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A Farewell to Shane and Henry Dec 02, 2023

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Today, John remembers the lives of Shane MacGowan lead singer of The Pogues and former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger. Then, he interviews Greg Lukianoff who is the president of the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression. They discuss how the Israel-Hamas war has continued to spark tension across campuses with ongoing protests and walkouts. There has been a rising concern over the increase of antisemitism across these campuses, even leading to the arrest of a Cornell student for his threats against the Jewish students. Next, it's John's Native Voices segment with Simon Moya-Smith and Julie Francella. They speak with David in Santa Fe and Theresa in Washington about indigenous history and culture. And finally, Thea Harper returns with The Minority Report.

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The Dullest Crayon in the Box Nov 30, 2023

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Todays monologue is dedicated to saluting the dumbest people in power. Contestants vying for the award this time: George Santos, James Comer, John Kennedy, Elon Musk, and Bernie Marcus. Then, he chats with actor, director, and podcast host Bob Cesca on the death of Roslyn Carter, the 2024 GOP presidential hopefuls, and Liz Chaney's new book which details new Trump revelations. Next, he interviews Wajahat Ali who is a Daily Beast columnist, public speaker, and Sr. Fellow at the Western States Center. They talk about the death of Henry Kissinger, the rise of Arab and Muslim hate crimes, and the Israel - Hamas War. Then rounding it out, John plays a clip of Senator Bernie Sanders on Henry Kissinger and he welcomes back legal analyst Dr. Tracy Pearson. They discuss Trump's gag orders and threatening posts about court staff and their families in his New York fraud trial.

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Nikki Haley: A History of Schitzophrenic Flip Flopping Nov 29, 2023

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John talks about the Koch Network endorsing Nikki Haley in her bid for the White House. He runs down a brief history of her ever changing viewpoints and policies. Then he interviews Teresa C. Younger who is an activist, organizational strategist, and CEO of the Ms. Foundation for Women. They discuss Living with Pocket Change: What It Means to Do More With Less” (Pocket Change 2.0),a research study which examines the impact and real-life experiences of chronic philanthropic underinvestment and disinvestment in the leadership of women and nonbinary people of color. Next, John plays some clips of Chris Christie criticizing Nikki Haley and he gives an update on the Hunter Biden hearings. He takes a call from Mark in North Carolina on the Roslyn Carter Funeral and Reverend Sandy in California on the far right Institute on Religion and Democracy. And winding it up, he welcomes back Lee Papa also known as “The Rude Pundit". They talk about Rep. George Santos' possible expulsion and other current news.

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Republicans are Just Getting Dumber Nov 28, 2023

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In today's monologue, John talks about Kevin McCarthy showing his ignorance of American history by tweeting a video of himself saying that America has never obtained any land after a war. He then brings up Trump who in a recent post has promised to repeal Obamacare. Then, he welcomes back award-winning journalist, foreign policy analyst, and author Rula Jebreal. They discuss the cease-fire in the Gaza Strip and the plight of the Palestinians. Next, Rhonda Hansome joins the fun and they speak with Bill in New Jersey on the Israel - Hamas War, Joe in Las Vegas on abortion bans inspiring voters, and Jay in Kentucky on Joe Biden's stance on Israel. And finally, they chat with Rich in Indiana on the rigging of egg prices to make President Biden look bad on inflation.

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Listener Extravaganza Nov 27, 2023

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Today - a cavalcade of listeners calling in to laugh along and speak their minds. Rich in Indiana, Sean in California, Lisa in New Mexico, Bill in New Jersey, David in Santa Fe, Stephen in Kentucky, Beachside Bill in Florida, John in Oklahoma, Bruce in California, Ken in Virginia, and Michael in the Bronx.

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Holiday Special: Raja Krishnamoorthi and Lindsay Schubiner Nov 25, 2023

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John interviews Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi of Illinois' 8th congressional district on Chinese president Xi Jinping's visit to America, the violent GOP infighting in the House, and the latest on Donald Trump. Then, attorney Marie in Atlanta calls to give us an update on Trump's Georgia election case. Also, Harry in Texas calls to discuss what would happen if a president became mentally unfit, and Jeff in L.A. to chat about Rep. MarkWayne Mullin threatening to beat up Teamsters General President Sean O'Brien. Next, John talks with Lance in New Orleans about abortions bans in Louisiana. And lastly, he interviews Lindsay Schubiner who is the Program Director at Western States Center. They talk about the threat of white nationalist and anti-democracy groups plus the rise in hate speech.

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Holiday Special: Nathan Thrall and Doug Jones Nov 24, 2023

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For the holiday weekend - a couple of in-depth interviews. First John speaks with Nathan Thrall who is an American author, essayist, and journalist based in Jerusalem. They discuss his new book "A Day in the Life of Abed Salama: Anatomy of a Jerusalem Tragedy" which is an intimate story of a deadly accident outside Jerusalem that unravels a tangle of lives, loves, and histories over the course of one revealing, heartbreaking day. Then, Jay in Washington D.C. calls to talk about the plight of the Palestinians. Next, John and Rhonda Hansome chat with Mitch at Kent State about how Trump is a professional victim and Stephen in Kentucky about the creepiness of Trump's little Johnson. And finally, he interviews former Alabama Senator Doug Jones. They discuss Joe Manchin and the No Labels party, the successes of Joe Biden, and the stupidity of Tommy Tuberville blocking hundreds of military promotions.

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Talking Turkey about How to Talk Civilly Over Turkey Part 2 Nov 23, 2023

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The second in a two-part show. John talks about the new hostage cease-fire deal happening in Israel. He plays a clip of Joe Biden making the announcement about the deal brokered by Qatar. He takes a call from Lyn in Virginia on new ways to get people to register to vote and from Charles in Miami on GOP fascist policies and tax reform. Then, Mitch at Kent State calls to talk turkey about the 60th anniversary of the JFK assassination. Also Bruce in California calls to chat about Patsy Cline and Voltaire's birthday. He plays a clip from the past of Jimmy Carter talking about Hamas and Netanyahu and also a clip of State Department Spokesperson Matt Miller on the hostage deal. Next, he welcomes back "Comedy Daddy" Keith Price and they talk about Thanksgiving and Trump. They take calls from Rachel in Los Angeles on Hollywood scandals, Stephen in Kentucky on first ladies, and Norm in Tampa on the Kennedy assassination. Then finally, John compares Trump to Rocky Balboa and they both say what they are thankful for this year.

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Talking Turkey about How to Talk Civilly Over Turkey Part 1 Nov 22, 2023

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The first of a 2 part podcast. John gives up some Thanksgiving factoids and tells us what he is Thankful for this year. He starts a discussion about how to get along with Uncle Racist and Aunt Dead Inside. Sean in California calls to talk turkey about being thankful. Then. he speaks with journalist Bob Hennelly about gun legislation, immigration, homelessness, mental illness, and The Israel - Hamas War. Then, Jessica in Oregon talks about Melissa Barrera of Scream VII being fired due to her support of the Palestinians. Next, Chris and John talk about Eminem and Dido's song "Stan". And they take calls from Lisa in New Mexico, Marie in Atlanta, and Bill in New Jersey on how to not fight with relatives over the holiday. And closing it up - they chat with Harry in Texas who calls with his kid Neo who is trans; Tim in Massachusetts on Eminem and music trivia, plus, Beachside Bill in Orlando on what it means to be giving.

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Words of Love for Rosalynn Carter Nov 21, 2023

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Today's monologue remembers first lady Rosalynn Carter and her legacy. He talks with Jason in Missouri about Jimmy Carter and Trump's interview on Univision. Then, he talks with Professor Corey Brettschneider about Trump's gag order arguments in appellate court, the Colorado judge who ruled Trump did incite insurrection, and a federal appeals court ruling that private plaintiffs can no longer sue over voting rights. Next, John speaks with Lance in New Orleans on the harsh abortion stance of Louisiana's new governor-elect. And then finally, it's the return of comedian Rhonda Hansome. They discuss how voting rights are being gutted and the P. Ditty abuse lawsuit. They talk with Memo in San Diego on the new right wing president in Venezuela and Jay in Washington D.C. on Biden's popularity declining with young people due to his support of Israel in the Israeli - Hamas War.

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