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Tech Dude Bros Behaving Badly Nov 20, 2023

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This time John discusses Open AI CEO Sam Altman being suddenly ousted from his company by the board of directors and Twitter owner Elon Musk facing financial backlash after defending Antisemitic posts on his website. Then, he welcomes back political commentator Rick Unger to talk about Rep. George Santos, Trump and the 2024 election projections, and the Israel - Hamas War. Next, Bruce in California calls about the Steele and Ungar show. Then winding it up, John chats with CEO of The Rothkopf Group, David Rothkopf about all things Trump.

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Special Comedy Panel for the Weekend Nov 18, 2023

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John this time hosts a Special Comedy Panel: Carole Montgomery is an American standup comedian, writer, producer, director and actress. And Mehran Khaghani is a British-American (of Iranian descent) standup comedian, comedic director, and comedy event producer based in the Boston Metro area. They talk about current politics, mental health issues, and what life is like being a stand up comedian.

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Despite a Do-Nothing Congress - Sprinkles of Good News From All Over Nov 17, 2023

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In this installment - John discusses the depressing fact that we have the least productive congress since The Great Depression. But to counter that - he gives up some good news: a possible hostage exchange in the Israel - Hamas war; a short term funding bill is headed to Biden's desk; and the chairman of the House Ethics Committee has filed a resolution to force a vote on expelling Rep. George Santos from congress. Then, he welcomes back Jessica Mason Pieklo who is a Senior Vice President and Executive Editor for Rewire News Group and she's also the co-host of their signature podcast Boom! Lawyered. They talk about the Supreme Court: new possible gun legislation, a challenge to title 10 - minor's access to contraception, and their new code of ethics. And finally, John chats with Simon Moya-Smith and Julie Francella for their Native Voices segment. They discuss the movie "Killers of the Flower Moon"; the case of an elder in Denver who had his long hair cut in a hospital without permission; and Native American GOP Sen. Markwayne Mullin challenging a Teamsters president during a Senate hearing. Mike in Michigan calls in about indigenous culture, Kathleen in Kansas calls in on understanding our origins, and David in Santa Fe calls in on his Lakota Tribe.

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The Dimmest Bulb in the House Nov 16, 2023

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John's monologue today is about the stupidity of Rep. Clay Higgins and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Green grilling FBI Director Christopher Wray during testimony before the House Judiciary Committee. He also talks about the dangerous bigot Pastor John Hagee giving a speech at the "Stand with Israel" rally in Washington D.C. Then, he speaks with actor, director, and podcast host Bob Cesca on GOP infighting, Trump's big plans for 2025, and the latest on Trump's Georgia election interference case. Next, he welcomes back democratic strategist Max Burns on Trump's Natzi rhetoric, the 2024 GOP candidates, and Speaker Mike Johnson averting the government shutdown. They take a call from Lisa in New Mexico. And lastly, John brings back Dr Tracy Pearson to chat about the antics in the House, the leaking of Jenna Ellis' video in Trump's Georgia election case, and the "Stand with Israel' rally on the National Mall in D.C. Stephen in Kentucky and Brian in Oregon call in to make fun of the GOP.

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Government Shutdown Averted Nov 15, 2023

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Joe Sudbay guest hosts in this episode. He talks about the House passing a Continuing Resolution to fund the government and avoid another shutdown. Also he mentions the ongoing Republican infighting in the House. He takes a call from Sean in California on the GOP's plan for the future. Then, he chats politics with Jordan Zakarin who is a reporter and editor based in NYC. He is one of the many fine people who cover politics and the labor movement at More Perfect Union. Next, he talks with Monish from New Jersey on Mom's for Liberty. And finally, he speaks with Lakshya Jain and Armin Thomas of Split Ticket which is a group of political and election enthusiasts who first became interested in mapping and modeling elections.

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Trump Vows to Root Out the Vermin and Crush their Miserable Existence Nov 14, 2023

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John today talks about Trump's Veteran's Day speech where he compares political opponents to 'vermin' who he will 'root out'. Historians said this is textbook 'Mein Kampf '. The Trump camp said "Those who try to make that ridiculous assertion are clearly snowflakes and their sad, miserable existence will be crushed when President Trump returns to the White House". He takes a call from attorney Marie in Atlanta on the new SCOTUS code of conduct. Then he speaks with Professor Corey Brettschneider about the new Supreme Court code of ethics and Donald Trump Jr testifying again in the New York civil fraud trial. Next, he welcomes back Rev. Barry Lynn and they discuss pornography and obscenity in federal law, the comedy of the Selective Service Act, and a special online event: The Woodhull Freedom Foundation presents: The Thin Line Between Obscenity and Censorship November 16, 2023 • 12 Noon ET - go to https://www.woodhullfoundation.org for info. And then finally, John takes a call from Steve in Illinois on celebrating Veteran's Day and how Donald trump disrespects Vets.

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Election Direction Projection Nov 13, 2023

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This time John talks about the 2024 presidential candidates that are hoping for a shot at the White House. He chats with Bob Cesca about Trump's big plans for a government overhaul if he is re-elected. They take a call from Steve in New York on the Israel - Hamas War. Then he speaks with Rich in Indiana about the separation of church and state and Nicki in Texas about abortion in the bible. Next, John welcomes back "The God Squad": Keith Giles, Dillon Cruz, and Desimber Rose to discuss abortion in the bible, Speaker Mike Johnson, and what Jesus says about homosexuals. Then, closing it up, they talk about the persecution of transexual people.

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2 Heroines Fighting Evil Nov 11, 2023

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In this special weekend podcast John interviews 2 women who battle corruption and evil. First he speaks to Jana Monroe. She had a distinguished 22-year career in the FBI where she held a variety of field investigative and operational roles, including as a criminal profiler at Quantico. They talk about her career and her new book "Hearts of Darkness: Serial Killers, the Behavioral Science Unit, and My Life as a Woman in the FBI". Then, he chats with Joan Walsh who is the national affairs correspondent for The Nation. They discuss many different cases where corporations have lied to get more money and to get out of trouble. They also talk about her new book "Corporate Bullsh*t: Exposing the Lies and Half-Truths That Protect Profit, Power, and Wealth in America".

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A Manchin on the Hill Nov 10, 2023

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John talks about West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin announcing his retirement saying he will not seek reelection. He also discusses how this will play out in the Senate and whether Manchin will now run for the presidency. Then, he interviews comedian, abortion rights activist, and podcast host Lizz Winstead on the repeal of Roe V Wade, the stripping of women's reproductive rights, and her new documentary "No One Asked You". Next. John welcomes the return of Simon Moya-Smith and Julie Francella for their new weekly segment. They chat about Native stereotypes and Indigenous culture. Then winding it up, he takes calls from Diane in Chicago, John in St. Louis, and Dave in Santa Fe.

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Choosing the Biggest Loser in the 3rd GOP Debates Nov 09, 2023

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Tonight's monologue: John runs down the headlines and gives his takeaways from the 3rd Republican debate held in Miami. He also discusses the big wins for the left in the Tuesday elections and the projections for GOP talking points in next year's election. Then, he interviews Shaniqua McClendon, who is Vice President of Politics for Crooked Media. They mull over political strategies, state races, and getting out the vote. Next, John welcomes back Dr. Tracy Pearson to discuss the election, the GOP debate, and Trump. They take calls from Trucker Steve on abortion. They then talk about the Israel - Hamas War and take a call from Bill in New Jersey on the war. Then lastly, they talk about the House voting to censure Rep. Rashida Tlaib over her comments on the Israel-Hamas war.

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