The John Fugelsang Podcast

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Trump's Lawyers Block Him From Giving His Exoneration Speech Aug 18, 2023

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Today John talks about the news of the day and then discusses the latest Trump legal news and the GOP's newest efforts to grift off the Georgia election interference indictment. He then chats with Prof. Corey Brettschneider about the 2024 GOP presidential hopefuls and all things Trump. And returning once again - author and lecturer Lawrence Ross joins the crew to speak about systemic racism and African American history. They take a call from Herschel in Ohio. Then finally, more with Lawrence, plus a call from El in Philly.

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The Benefits of The Inflation Reduction Act Aug 17, 2023

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John discusses the one year anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act and talks about Biden's celebration speech touting the benefits to America including lower health care costs and speeding up the transition to clean energy. Then he interviews author Teresa Strasser about her new book “Making It Home: Life Lessons from a Season of Little League" which is a funny memoir about family, grief, and moving forward. Then his Hollywood Comedy Panel joins him: Raja Michael, Matt Kirshen, and Lenny Shelton. They chat about the Maui fire, abortion, and Trump. Next, they take calls from Richie in L.A., Delani in Missouri, and play the Unpopular Opinion Game. Then wrapping it up , Chris chooses the winner of the Unpopular Opinion Game.

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A Relaxing Day at Mar-a-Lago Aug 16, 2023

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The monologue today features John's ode to National Relaxation Day and Trump's celebration at Mar-a-Lago. He also begins unpacking Trump and Company's new Georgia indictment with details from Fulton County D.A. Fani Willis. He takes calls from Ken in Virginia, Marie in Texas, and Laura in L.A. Then he talks with Democratic strategist Max Burns about the latest Trump indictment. They take a call from Bill in New Jersey and Sean in California. Next, John's Panel - Social Media Influencers: Majid Padellan AKA BrooklynDad Defiant and Joanne Carducci AKA Jojo from Jerz. They discuss the Trump indictments, the 2024 presidential hopefuls, and the hell scape Twitter has become. Last but not least - they take calls from Justin in North Carolina and Brian in Oregon.

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Midnight Train to Georgia - Maui Misstep Aug 15, 2023

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John discusses the tragedy of the Lahaina fire in Maui and the critique of the slow response from the state and the government. He also talks about the 4th Trump indictment in real time as it happens in Georgia. Then, he interviews journalist Brett Murphy from ProPublica on the Clarence Thomas scandal. Next, John listens to Fulton Co. DA Fani Willis announce the Trump Indictment live. And finally legal and political analyst Dr. Tracy Pearson joins him to chat about the indictment. They take calls from Ralph in Connecticut and Stephen in Kentucky.

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Counsel-ing Hunter Biden Aug 14, 2023

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The monologue today is about AG Merrick Garland appointing a Special Counsel to the Hunter Biden Case. John points out the hypocrisy of the GOP - now claiming they are furious even though they asked for a special counsel. Then he chats with former CNN and Current TV news correspondent and on-air personality for The Stephanie Miller Show - Jacki Schechner. They discuss her community work with aids patients and the increasing homeless crisis. Next, it's John's Hollywood Panel du jour: Amanda Wyss, Liam McEneaney and Jody Hamilton. They talk about the SAG strike, the Trump trials, and the upcoming GOP debates. Then they take a call from Tony in Las Vegas. And wrapping it up - the panel talks about the Dobbs decision and Mike Pence hecklers, then they talk with Richie in L.A., Andy in Culver City, Stephen in Kentucky, Tyrone in Chicago, and closing the show it's "The Unpopular Opinion Game".

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Hollywood Comedy Panel: Laughing at the News :D Aug 12, 2023

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Still broadcasting from the Sirius XM studios - John brings in another comedy panel. This time it's legal analyst Dr. Tracy Pearson, stand-up comedian Mona Shaikh, and actor/ voice artist Carlos Alazraqui. They chat about the SAG strike, Donald Trump's legal troubles, and the phoniness of Ron DeSantis. Then, they take calls from Dylan in New Mexico, and Richie in L.A. Next they discuss the Ohio special election, the Dobbs decision, and their favorite things in current pop culture. And as usual John plays "The Unpopular Opinion Game."

BONUS SPECIAL: A rebroadcast of a town hall from 2019 with legendary musician Robbie Robertson.

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Going Deep with Ron Perlman Aug 12, 2023

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Iconic actor Ron Perlman leads off today's discussion as John continues to broadcast from L.A. They talk about the SAG strike, the future of unions, and the methodical hate in the GOP. Then, they both share their love for Robbie Robertson, Marlon Brando, Bob Dylan, and Frank Sinatra. Follow Ron Perlman on social media @perlmutations. Next, he takes calls from Marsha in San Diego and Bill in New Jersey. And rounding it out - he chats with political podcast host Allison Gill of "Mueller She Wrote" about all things Trump and other news.

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The Weight of Robbie Robertson Aug 10, 2023

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John runs down the current news of the day and then remembers the life of legendary musician Robbie Robertson who passed away at the age of 80. He takes a call from Zach in Tennessee and Brian in Oregon on Robbie's death. Then he talks politics with actor, director, and podcaster Bob Cesca and they discuss Trump's latest problems and the Ohio special election. Next, John welcomes comedian Greg Proops in their L.A. studio. They talk about the death of Robbie Robertson, the benefits of weed, and "Who's Line is it Anyway?". Then, they take a call from Ben in Michigan. And winding it up Greg and John chat about Trump, Kamala Harris and classic movies.

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The Top Hypocrites of Two Faced Tuesday Aug 09, 2023

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John counts down the biggest hypocrites of the week in today's monologue. He highlights the hypocrisy of the GOP cheering the narrow loss of the US Women's Soccer Team specifically Megan Rapinoe in the Women's World Cup. He takes calls from Judy in Illinois and David in Nevada. Then he chats with "The Rude Pundit" AKA Lee Papa. They talk about all things Trump and Ron DeSantis. Next, he speaks with political strategist Joe Sudbay on the big democratic win in the Ohio special election plus the latest Trump news. They talk with Marsha from San Diego and Joe in Ohio. And finally Comedy Daddy - Keith Price returns to joke with John. They discuss the Alabama Riverboat dock brawl and they talk with Mike in Michigan, Bill in New Jersey, and Norm in Tampa.

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Trump Attorney Hits from the Sunday Cycle Aug 09, 2023

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John's monologue today features clips of Trump's attorney - John Lauro - lying on the Sunday news shows about Trump after the January 6th indictment. Then, he talks with John Nichols from The Nation about Trump and the 14th amendment. Next, he takes calls from Laura in L.A. and Michael in Texas. Then lastly, Rhonda Hansome joins the crew and they discuss the Alabama Riverboat dock brawl where a black security guard is attacked by a white family and they take calls from Sean in California, Mitch at Kent State, Jeff in Minneapolis, and Mike in Michigan.

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