Podcasts about reverend barry lynn

Dear listener, if you are looking for some respite from the horrors of Modern America, this episode will be of no use to you. Do you despise billionaires? Have you wondered why our “opposition party” is so cowardly? Are you alarmed just how ridiculous national politics can be? Then do we have an urgent and prescient program for you. We're joined once more by The Reverend Barry Lynn (who had the audacity to ask to appear on our program once more) to talk about what the hell is going on.

John's monologue this time discusses Trump's executive order directing Education Secretary Linda McMahon to "take all necessary steps to facilitate the closure of the Department of Education," and to do so "to the maximum extent appropriate and permitted by law." Experts say this will devastate low income students and rural communities. Then, he welcomes back Reverend Barry Lynn to chat about Elon and DOGE, the future of US education, and the best movies this year. And finally, Simon Moya-Smith and Julie Francella are back for their Native American segment "We're Still Here". They talk with listeners about the recent federal White-Washing of non-white history including the Navajo code talkers, Greenpeace being found liable for $667 million in damages from the Dakota Access pipeline protests, and the media's snubbing of missing indigenous women. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John welcomes back journalist Simon Moya-Smith and mental health professional Julie Francella for their indigenous segment "We're Still Here". They talk about the celebration of Leonard Peltier's release from prison and a documentary which features Simon on Amazon Prime called "An American Prayer". Next, he chats with Reverend Barry Lynn about the intersection of religion and politics. And finally, John talks with the Managing Director for Housing & Homelessness at Trinity Church Wall Street Philanthropies - Bea de la Torre. She is responsible for securing and implementing high-impact interventions to break the cycle of homelessness in New York City. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The monologue today is about the many lawsuits Trump is dishing out to media companies to try to intimidate the press into not criticizing him. Then, John chats with Professor Corey Brettschneider about Trump's immunity and legal battles. Next, Reverend Barry Lynn returns to discuss the intersection of religion and politics. And lastly, John jokes with Comedy Daddy - Keith Price and listeners about the latest news and pop culture. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John discusses the sketchy history of Trump cabinet picks Matt Gaetz for Attorney General and RFK Jr. for the Dept. of Health and Human Services. Then, he chats with Reverend Barry Lynn who is a long-time activist, civil liberties lawyer, and an ordained minister in the United Church of Christ and served as the executive director for Americans United for the Separation of Church and State until his retirement in 2017. Next John talks with Ward from Florida about the notion that Christian Nationalism is the foundation behind apartheid. And finally he interviews Skye Perryman who is President and CEO of Democracy Forward, a nonpartisan, national legal organization that promotes democracy and progress through litigation, regulatory engagement, policy education, and research. Perryman took the helm at Democracy Forward a few months after January 6, 2021, in the midst of rising extremism in courts across the country.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John's monologue this time is 2 fold. First he discusses the father of Colt Gray (the 14 year old school shooter from Georgia) Colin Gray who has been charged with involuntary manslaughter. Then he discusses the incoherent, pitiful speech Trump gave at the Economic Club in New York. Then, he talks about the upcoming election with the Reverend Barry Lynn who was the executive director of Americans United for Separation of Church and State. Next, Simon Moya-Smith and Julie Francella are back to discuss racism and heritage in their Native voices segment. Then rounding it out, John interviews humor columnist Rex Huppke about his latest piece in USA Today "JD Vance takes 'Worst VP pick EVER!' crown from Sarah Palin, and gets less likable every day".See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John this time discusses the illegal problem of Louisiana passing a law that requires all classrooms to display the 10 Commandments. Then, he chats with Simon Moya-Smith and Julie Francella once again for their Native Voices segment. They talk about indigenous culture, prejudices, and myths. Next, he speaks with the Reverend Barry Lynn about Louisiana's new 10 Commandments law and other MAGA virtue signaling. And finally, Chris joins John to talk with the Evil Army of the Night as they refute Republican dogma and slam Judge Aileen Cannon.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today John again calls for an end to the slaughter of innocent Palestinians in Gaza after an Israeli bombing in a Rafah tent camp killed civilian women and children. He also discuss the chaos in New York as the Biden campaign sends in Robert Deniro and 2 January 6th Capitol police officers to speak to the media outside Trump's election interference trial. Then, he welcomes back Prof. Corey Brettschneider to give his take on the Supreme court and the Trump trials. Next, John chats with the Reverend Barry Lynn about religion and current politics. Then, wrapping it up he takes some calls from listeners on religion and Donald Trump. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John's monologue today is about the government decriminalizing weed and declassifying marijuana from a schedule 1 drug to a schedule 3 drug. Then, he welcomes back Professor Corey Brettschneider to talk about the Supreme Court mulling over Trump's immunity claim and Judge Juan Merchan finally holding him in contempt of court for violating his gag order at his New York business fraud trial. Next, John discusses the Palestinian protests at Columbia University and the announcement by Secretary of State Antony Blinken calling for Hamas to accept a ceasefire deal. Then finally, he speaks with the Reverend Barry Lynn on the House trying to oust Speaker Mike Johnson and other current news.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today's monologue is about comb over Caligula. In New York, Judge Juan Merchan denies his claim of absolute immunity in the Hush Money case; in Georgia, Judge Scott McAfee rejected his first amendment challenge in the January 6th case; and in Florida, Judge Aileen Cannon denied him his bid to dismiss the classified documents case using the Presidential Records Act. Also, NY DA Laticia James is questioning the company that posted the bond for Trump saying it isn't legit and Trump's Truth Social is tanking in the stock market. Then, he speaks with activist and civil liberties lawyer - Reverend Barry Lynn on RFK Jr., the fight over Transgender Visibility Day, and religion in schools. Then finally, John brings back Simon Moya-Smith and Julie Francella for their Native Voices segment. They chat about "Sundowner" towns, how indigenous cultures celebrate the solar eclipse, and historical accuracy about natives in the media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The topics today are about House GOP Conference Chairwoman Elise Stefanik saying we are much worse off now than we were four years ago (which was during the pandemic) and about Special Counsel Robert Hur testifying in the House Judiciary Committee hearing on his report of the Biden classified documents case. Next, John chats with Professor Corey Brettschneider about the Supreme Court, Trump's legal troubles, and Robert Hur's testimony in the House. Then finally, he speaks with the Reverend Barry Lynn about current politics plus they do a review of the Oscars.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This time John is broadcasting again from the Sirius XM Studios in Los Angeles. He discusses the media's hype and the whirlwind aftermath of the Iowa caucus. He plays clips of Trump and Haley, then comedian Natalia Regan joins him again to help co-host the show. Next, they talk with Reverend Barry Lynn on the Nikki Haley, Joe Biden, and Donald Trump campaigns. They also discuss Speaker Mike Johnson and the looming government shutdown. Winding it up, John and Natalia welcome back comedy couple Richard Chassler and Sarah Halstead for his Hollywood panel. They chat about Oliver Stone, Joe Biden, and Donald Trump. Lisa in New Mexico calls on Cenk Uygur running for president.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, John jokes about the latest Trump scam - his NFT "Mugshot Edition" digital trading cards. If you buy the whole collection, you also receive a small square of the suit he was wearing at his Fulton County arrest. He talks with Charles in Miami about the plight of Kate Cox. Then, he speaks with Reverend Barry Lynn on current politics and all things Trump. He also chats with Reverend Barry about the latest cool movies. He takes calls from Nicole in Texas on abortion bans and Lance in Texas on Mike Johnson. And wrapping it up, he interviews Harvey Kaye on the possibility of an Economic Bill of Rights as an FDR-level mission to save democracy in America.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The monologue today discusses the many breaking news stories including - the continued disarray in the House choosing a speaker; Michael Cohen testifying in front of Trump in the hush money case in Manhattan; and the flipping of other Trump lawyers in the Georgia RICO case. Also, the new reports of former chief of staff Mark Meadows getting an immunity deal for his testimony. Then, he talks with Reverend Barry Lynn about the humanitarian violations in the Israel - Hamas War; Trump's continuing racist Muslim ban promises; and big pharma corruption with the new paxlovid coronavirus pills hitting the market soon at inflated prices. Next, the Rude Pundit AKA Lee Papa returns to chat about the news. They take a call from Steven in Kentucky on Trump's voter suppression. And lastly, John welcomes back writer, comedian, and podcast host Keith Price to speak about the cult of MAGA. They take calls from Petch from California on divisiveness - Paul in New Jersey on the widening of the war and Tim in Chicago on extremist religious factions.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John talks about the Texas mall massacre where a far right extremist butchered 8 people. The gunman was shot by a police officer who was already in the area on an unrelated call. Then. he welcomes back Reverend Barry Lynn and they discuss guns, porn, and Ron DeSantis. Next he takes calls from Nicole in Texas, Mark in Missouri, and Mark in Wisconsin on guns and the Texas mall shooting. And lastly, he interviews Playwrights Dean Edwards and Bret Raybould, about their new slapstick spoof play “RACE: The Movie – The Play”.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode John gives a monologue on election denial and asylum seekers trafficked to Martha's Vineyard. Next he interviews Reverend Barry Lynn and they discuss how the newest directions of SCOTUS might be helpful in "fixing" CO claims and he asks him whether Gov. DeSantis' latest shipment of asylum seekers constitutes kidnapping under federal law. Then he talks with Brian in Oregon about the Q-Anon Cult and the demonizing of trans kids. And finally he chats with Dave in Washington about Nazi Christians compared to fake GOP Christians of today.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's a new day in the climate battle that can only be fought by believing we can still make a difference. Michael Mann Climate scientist Michael Mann has achieved fame for his work in proving climate change is happening. He says that even as we move past climate denialism, the battle over how to take action against global warming is as urgent as ever. Dan Glickman There's a growing acknowledgment that even as agriculture feels some of the worst impacts of climate change, it also contributes to the crisis. Former Secretary of Agriculture Dan Glickman says farmers can be part of the solution and public policy can help them do that. Jim Hightower Good News: Small Groups Can Defeat Corporate Giants   From corporate polluters to political bosses, power elites try to create a myth of inevitability, trying to make workaday people feel helpless, too small to change the injustices of the system. Don't bother is their message.   But the feisty residents of Boxtown, Tennessee, definitely did bother when they learned that a couple of profiteering fossil fuel giants were targeting them. Bill Press The Danger of "Christian Nationalism."   The First Amendment of the Constitution is pretty clear: “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof.”   But the GOP and MAGA World are increasingly promoting something called “Christian Nationalism.” What is it? Is it dangerous? Bill talked to his old friend the Reverend Barry Lynn who has spent his entire life fighting to keep the wall up between Church and State as well as many progressive causes. For 25 years he was Executive Director of Americans United for Separation of Church and State.    If you'd like to hear the entire episode, visit BillPressPods.com.  

The First Amendment of the Constitution is pretty clear: “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof.”But the GOP and MAGA World are increasingly promoting something called “Christian Nationalism.” What is it? Is it dangerous? Bill talked to his old friend the Reverend Barry Lynn who has spent his entire life fighting to keep the wall up between Church and State as well as many progressive causes. For 25 years he was Executive Director of Americans United for Separation of Church and State. Today Bill highlights the work of Americans United for Separation of Church and State. Their mission: “Americans United shields our shared laws from the influence of any one religion so we can be free to come together as equals and build a stronger democracy.” You can find more about it and offer your support at AU.org.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Congressman Alan Grayson author of "High Crimes: The Impeachment of Donald Trump;" The Reverend Barry Lynn; Dr. Jay Sutay, the hardest working pediatrician in comedy; And David Bacon talks with Presidential Candidate Tom Steyer. Time Code: Alan Grayson (0:40) Dr. Jay Sutay (54:49) David Bacon Part One (1:36:36) The Reverend Barry Lynn (1:59:16)  David Bacon Part Two (3:00:01)

Trump backed off on the citizenship question, but I.C.E. is planning to round up thousands of immigrant families on Sunday in order to deport them. Professor Anthony W. Fontes, author of "Mortal Doubt: Transnational Gangs and Social Order in Guatemala City" says Trump's treatment of immigrants is cruel and inhumane, but somewhat typical of American presidents. The Reverend Barry Lynn is one of the leaders of the religious left, and he's not happy with the Democratic Party. Mark Breslin, founder and CEO of Yuk Yuk's comedy chain, explains the pathology of Jeffrey Epstein. Zack Ford covers the White House for Think Progress, and he comes to us today from Netroots Nation in Philadelphia.  Comedian Kevin Bartini talks Jeffrey Epstein and tells us about a 102-year-old man who just married his 103-year-old sweetheart. Time Code: Professor Fontes (3:29:08) The Reverend Barry Lynn (1:02:03) Mark Breslin (2:20:50) Zack Ford (3:05:05) Kevin Bartini (3:55:36)  

Encore release November 27, 2018. Encore release August 20, 2017. We interview the Reverend Barry Lynn, executive director of Americans United for Separation of Church and State, and the author of the new book God and Government: Twenty-Five Years of Fighting for Equality, Secularism, and Freedom of Conscience (available in paperback and for Kindle). For more about Reverend Lynn and his work, visit AU.org. Plus: Rowan County (Kentucky) county clerk Kim Davis continues to refuse to issue marriage licenses in protest of the Supreme Court's recent ruling on same-sex marriage, despite having run out of delaying tactics. She has a hearing in federal court Thursday (September 3rd) and could face fines or imprisonment--let's hope she gets both. We discuss--and highly recommend--An Honest Liar, the much-praised documentary about the life and career of magician and skeptical debunker James "The Amazing" Randi, one of the founders of Center for Inquiry and founder of the James Randi Educational Foundation (JREF). For more visit AnHonestLiar.com. Finally, bad news and good news from South Asia. The bad news: M. M. Kalburgi, an Indian rationalist, was shot dead at his home in Karnataka in southwestern India on Sunday, August 30th. He was an academic and an activist against predatory superstitions. He had been in the news recently for criticizing idol worship, which offended hardline Hindus. The authorities are still investigating. Good news: Center for Inquiry has opened an office in Pakistan. There are currently three associates involved with CFI-Pakistan, operating under pseudonyms for reasons we can readily understand. We wish them best of luck in this courageous enterprise.

Encore release October 31, 2018. Encore release July 24, 2017. We interview the Reverend Barry Lynn, Executive Director of Americans United for Separation of Church and State. We discuss his (what shouldn't be) controversial position as a Christian minister who advocates for secular government and freedom of all religious--or non-religious--expression. For more about Barry and Americans United visit au.org. Plus: We discuss freethought pioneer Ethan Allen (yes, that Ethan Allen), as well as 19th century freethought publisher Charles Chilton Moore.

Former diplomat Peter Galbraith asks what’s the alternative to a deal with Iran. Environmental author Richard Heinberg says we may be facing the end of civilization. And Bill Press interviews church & state expert Barry Lynn.   Peter Galbraith is a former ambassador and expert on the Middle East. He answers questions about the value of the administration’s deal with Iran. Richard Heinberg is an environmental and energy expert. He warns we are on the brink of extinction as a civilization. And Bill Press interviews the Reverend Barry Lynn about recent assaults on civil liberties.   Peter Galbraith The recent agreement between the United States and Iran was a good one, says former diplomat Peter Galbraith because there is no better alternative.   Richard Heinberg Author Richard Heinberg says the fossil fuel industry is so powerful that it is writing America a prescription for environmental disaster. www.postcarbon.org   Barry Lynn Bill Press and his guest the Reverend Barry Lynn.   Jim Hightower Oil refinery workers on strike over explosive issue.