The John Fugelsang Podcast

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McCarthy Voted Off Lunatic Island Oct 04, 2023

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John's monologue today focuses on the House voting to remove California Republican Kevin McCarthy from his position as speaker. Then, he interviews New Jersey democratic Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman and she tells why she voted to oust Kevin McCarthy and how she believes Republican policies do not support Ukraine. Next, he chats with New York Times bestselling author and Mother Jones Washington bureau chief David Corn about his book " American Psychosis: A Historical Investigation of How the Republican Party Went Crazy". Then, finally he talks with contributing writer to Salon - Heather “Digby” Parton about Republicans, Kevin McCarthy, and Trump.

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Trump Blasts Judge at His New York Civil Fraud Trial Oct 03, 2023

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John's monologue this time is about all the latest news including: Gavin Newsom appointing Dianne Feinstein's seat to a Black lesbian, the attempt by Matt Gaetz to oust House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, and Donald Trump back in court in New York - this time on trial in a $250 million dollar lawsuit that should alter his personal fortune and real estate empire. Then, he interviews journalist Bob Hennelly on current politics: the near shutdown of the government; the Bob Menendez bribery scandal; and the attempt to vacate Kevin McCarthy as Speaker of the House. Next he welcomes back comedian Rhonda Hansome. They talk about the Trump trials and take calls from Bill in New Jersey, Charles in Miami, Mark in Portland, Stephen in Kentucky, Mitch from Kent State, Lisa in New Mexico, and Sean in California.

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The Legacy of Dianne Feinstein Oct 02, 2023

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Today - John looks back on the life and legacy of the late Senator Dianne Feinstein. Then, he interviews N.Y. State Sen. Gustavo Rivera about the heavy flooding in New York and the causes he is fighting for. Next, he takes calls from Laura in L.A. and Charles in Miami about Feinstein and Trump. And winding it up - he chats with political strategist Max Burns about current news including: Dianne Feinstein's death, Kevin McCarthy hanging on to Speakership, and Trump. They take calls from Sean in California, William in Las Vegas, and Rich in Indiana.

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Scary Movies, Fantasy Music, and Death Sep 30, 2023

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Special interviews for the weekend. John talks with Emmys award winning actor Keith David and model/ actress Selena Anduze about their careers and their new horror movie "From the Shadows". Then, he chats with English musician and the drummer of the rock band Radiohead - Phil Selway. They discuss his new album "Strange Dance". And finally, he speaks with a registered nurse who specializes in hospice and palliative care. Hadley Vlahos is also a nonprofit founder, author, and content creator. They have a deep conversation about crossing over.

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The Infractions and Transactions for Distractions From Court Actions Sep 30, 2023

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John's monologue today: Show ponies in Congress! He discusses Trump at a Non Union Auto Worker Strike and the looming government shutdown. Also the fizzling Joe Biden impeachment inquiry. Then, he welcomes back John Nichols of The Nation. They talk about the UAW Strike, the WGA - AFTRA strike, and the Biden impeachment inquiry. He then talks with Elizabeth in Texas on religion and fake Christians. Next, he interviews authors Keith Giles & Dillon Haber Cruz on Christianity. Then winding it up, he gives some good news for drag queens and trans people.

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The Republican Empty Performative Theatre Festival Sep 28, 2023

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This time John's monologue is about the second Republican presidential debates and Kevin McCarthy's looming government shutdown. He also talks about Trump lying about meeting with the UAW when he was not there and was not invited. Then, he chats with Bob Cesca about all the latest Trump campaign and legal news. John then talks with Catherine in Florida about the lack of homeowners insurance in her state and Charles in Miami calls about the military supporting Trump. And finally Dr. Tracy Pearson returns to speak on the Republican presidential debates and the Bob Menendez scandal. They also mull over the latest blunders by Reps. Lauren Boebert and MTG. Richie in L.A. and Brian in Oregon also call in on the Republican debates and Trump.

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Judge Rules Trump's 'Fantasy World' Business Committed Fraud Sep 27, 2023

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Today's podcast talks about President Biden joining picketing United Auto Workers in Michigan on the 12th day of their strike against major carmakers. John also jokes about a judge in New York finding Trump liable for fraud in a civil case and stripping him of his key New York Businesses. Then, he welcomes Carine Hajjar of the Boston Globe and they discuss Chris Christie's messaging and the outlook of other GOP presidential hopefuls. Next, he interviews Dr. Bettina Love and they talk about her new book “Punished for Dreaming: How School Reform Harms Black Children and How We Heal”. Then rounding it out - Lee Papa AKA The Rude Pundit returns and they chat about the Bob Menendez bribery scandal and the latest bombshells from Cassady Hutchinson's new book.

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Trump Urges Lawmakers to Shut Down the Government Sep 27, 2023

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This time John's monologue is a mixed bag of stories including the looming government shutdown and the dilemma of Kevin McCarthy; the status of the SAG AFTRA strike and the United Auto Workers strike; and Trump's non-stop running of the mouth slamming General Mark Milley, bragging about abortion bans, and telling House Republicans to shutdown the government. Then, he interviews journalist Sabrina Shankman on climate change and the dangers of increasing heat levels on the planet. Next, he welcomes guitarist and songwriter Vernon Reid and lead vocalist Corey Glover of the band Living Colour. They talk about Rolling Stone co-founder Jann Wenner being removed from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame after his disparaging comments about Black and women musicians. Then finally John promotes an upcoming appearance with Stephanie Miller's Sexy Liberal Comedy Tour in Los Angeles.

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The Secret Treasure of Senator Bob Menendez Sep 25, 2023

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John talks about the recent indictment of Senator Bob Menendez and his wife Nadine for bribery charges in exchange for political favors. He has surrendered his chairmanship of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee but vows he will not resign. Then, he interviews political analyst David Rothkopf on the UN, the GOP, and foreign affairs. Next, John plays a clip of presidential candidate Tim Scott saying his opponents are not hard enough on abortion. Then, he takes calls from Sean in California on bribery in politics, Catherine in Vegas on the Bob Menendez scandal, and Elizabeth in Texas on the military always putting on Fox News and how we should fix the House of Representatives.

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Transforming the World: An Unforgettable Discussion with Marianne Williamson Sep 23, 2023

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In this special weekend podcast - John interviews 2024 Presidential candidate Marianne Williamson. They discuss a wide range of topics including spiritualism, child poverty, the economy, climate change, foreign policy, past presidents, and much more. This is a riveting and in-depth debate on many subjects that are being brushed aside by other presidential candidates. Next, he chats with Reverend Sandy from L.A. on religion, the hotel workers strike, and the Marianne Williamson interview. Then finally he talks with Richie in L.A. about Biden and Marianne Williamson, Rich in Indiana on the world view of Marianne Williamson, and Mike in Michigan on the Zero Factor.

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