Podcast appearances and mentions of Rhonda Hansome

Today, John talks about the life celebration he went to for singer/songwriter Jill Sobule who died on May 1st during a house fire. He also discusses Ukraine's surprise drone attack on multiple airfields across Russia dubbed "Operation Spiderweb". And he also talks about Iowa Senator Joni Ernst apologizing for saying "We're all gonna die" when asked about Medicare during a town hall meeting. Next, he welcomes back columnist, public speaker, former attorney, and Sr. Fellow at the Western States Center - Wajahat Ali to talk about the epic fails of RFK Jr. and Joni Ernst. And finally, comedian Rhonda Hansome returns to chat about pop culture and current news. 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 hatred spewing from Republicans after the announcement by President Biden that he has an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has spread into his bones. Then, he interviews Professor James S. Fishkin on his new book " CAN DELIBERATION CURE THE ILLS OF DEMOCRACY?". Then finally, comedian Rhonda Hansome is back to joke with John and listeners about the latest news and trending stories.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 Dow jumping 1,000 points after Trump capitulated and backed off a trade war with China, lowering baseline tariffs for a 90 day window. And, he also talks about Trump defending his plan to accept a $400 million luxury jet from Qatar to be used instead of Air Force One while he is president. Then, he interviews the Deputy Director of the ACLU Immigrants' Rights Project, Cody Wofsy. They discuss his work focusing on limiting state and local immigration enforcement, asylum access, protecting judicial review, and fighting federal enforcement overreach and abuse. He has litigated numerous cases at all levels of federal and state courts, including blocking asylum bans, limiting the use of immigration detainers, challenging the Muslim Ban, and curtailing unlawful expedited removal practices. They also talk about the attack on birthright citizenship, which he says is just part of a larger right wing effort to weaken civil liberties and radically alter the idea of what a “citizen” can be. Then, John welcomes back comedian Rhonda Hansome to criticize, gossip, and joke about Trump's latest stupidity.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 latest stupid ideas from Trump: tariffs on the movie industry, $1,000 bonuses to immigrants who volunteer for deportation, re-opening Alcatraz as a prison, and an answer of “I don't know” when asked if it is his job as President to uphold the Constitution. He also discusses Trump's new 2026 Budget proposal which includes heavy cuts to the Dept. of Energy, Health and Human Services, and Housing and Urban Development. Next, he welcomes back David Rothkopf. David is the host of "The DSR Podcast" and "The DSR Daily" - plus, he is the CEO of The DSR Podcast Network. They discuss the dumpster fire chaos of the Trump Administration. Then winding it up, comedian Rhonda Hansome jokes with John 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 today talks about new articles of impeachment that have been introduced towards Trump and the reports of multiple kids who are US citizens - being deported with their mothers to Honduras and one of the children is battling stage 4 leukemia. Then, he interviews Washington State Governor Jay Inslee and they discuss how, as the administration's first 100 days come to a close, Trump's anti-climate agenda is driving up: utility bills and everyday costs for Americans, the urgent need for climate leadership, and the political stakes heading into the 2026 midterms. Then, John jokes with comedians Rhonda Hansome and John Poveromo as they chat with the Evil Army of the Night about current news, crazy politics, and the latest viral trends.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John honors the amazing life of Pope Francis and lambasts the GOP's criticism of him. Next, he speaks with Florida Rep. Anna Eskamani about some crazy politics in her state including Ron DeSantis' wife Casey running for governor and the false narratives being spread about immigration policies. Then, The Queen returns - Ms. Rhonda Hansome is back to trade jokes with John and chat with listeners about current news and the latest trends.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 gives an update of the ongoing efforts to free Kilmar Abrego Garcia who was illegally deported to El Salvador. In an Oval Office meeting Trump and Salvadorian President Nayib Bukele commended each other on their human trafficking import/export business, and told reporters wrongly detained people like Kilmar Obrego Garcia will remain lost in the CECOT system. In a candid conversation recorded before their presser, and released by Bukele's team on Twitter, Pres. Trump said his next step is to send American criminals to El Salvador, asking Bukele to make space for them. Then, John welcomes back award-winning investigative journalist Bob Hennelly to discuss New York City Mayor Eric Adams landmark indictment. And then winding it up, comedian Rhonda Hansome returns to chat with John and listeners about the latest news and what's trending.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 is 2 fold today. First, he talks about the escalating, dumpster fire Trade War imposed by Trump - then he discusses Justice John Roberts lifting the midnight deadline for the Trump Administration to return Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was mistakenly deported to El Salvador. Then, he interviews autistic author, historian, and mystery novelist - Brandy Schillace about her new book. Set in interwar Germany, The Intermediaries tells the forgotten story of the Institute for Sexual Science, the world's first center for homosexual and transgender rights. Next, John welcomes the hosts of "The God Pod" - God and Jesus to the show. The God Pod is an an Emmy winning live-animated podcast that looks at the day's top headlines through the eyes of God and Jesus. Then winding it up, Ms. Rhonda Hansome joins the fun to joke with listeners about current headlines 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 talks about the importance of celebrating International Transgender Day of Visibility. He also discusses Trump charging millions of dollars to tax payers by constantly golfing at his own country clubs. Then, he speaks with foreign policy and international economy expert Matthew McGuire about the Signalgate debacle. Next, John interviews Fredrick Hicks who is the founder and president of the Hicks Evaluation Group (HEG), a consulting firm that specializes in candidate and issue campaigns, consulting, and public affairs. They talk about democratic strategies in his home state of Georgia and his current work which is focused on targeting/data analytics, consulting, polling, and training candidates for office. Then finally, Ms. Rhonda Hansome returns to joke with John and chat with listeners about pop culture, current events, and the latest mayhem of Come-over Caligula.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 the Editor in Chief of The Atlantic who published a bombshell story detailing how he was accidentally added to a group text chain on the messaging app SIGNAL in which top Trump officials: Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth, NSA Chief Mike Waltz, Lil' Nazi Stephen Miller and the freaking Vice President discussed impending missile strikes on the Houthi's in Yemen. Then, John chats with Rhonda Hansome about current news and her political cartoons - Politoonitics. Then wrapping it up, he jokes with comedians John Poveromo and Paula Poundstone about their new special: The Dystopia Tonight annual 24 Hour Live Stream Benefit to End MS - Starting 8pmEST Wednesday. Watch for free and please donate/participate at: Bit.ly/DystopiaAllNight25.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 focuses on Trump's phone call to Putin and his lies about him saving trapped Ukrainian fighters. Plus, Trump doing Putin a favor by silencing Voice of America. Next, he speaks with Wajahat Ali. He's a columnist, public speaker, former attorney, and Sr. Fellow at the Western States Center. They talk about Trump's rankfuckery and his weekly columns on his SubStack – The Left Hook, his Democracy-ish Podcast with Danielle Moody, and his Youtube series on Trump's First 100 Days for Zeteo News called “America Unhinged”. And finally, comedian Rhonda Hansome returns to joke with John and listeners about Elon and DOGE, the illegal deportation of Venezuelan immigrants, and Chuck Schumer disappointing the LEFT by voting for the GOP funding bill.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 runs down the fecal effect of Trump. Everything he touches turns to crap. The stock market is tanking due to his tariff reversals, airplanes are crashing due to him firing air traffic controllers, and important allies are turning against us due to his alliance with Vladmir Putin. Then, he welcomes back comedians Leighann Lord to talk about her new book "Fast Famous Women" and Carole Montgomery to chat about the rerelease of her Showtime specials "Funny Women of a Certain Age". Then winding it up, John jokes with comedian Rhonda Hansome and they take calls from listeners on current 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.

This time John discusses the continued backlash from the contentious meeting between Trump and Zelensky - including Trump saying he will halt military aid to Ukraine. He also talks about Trump's Trade War and his big kick-off of the 25% tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico and China. Then, he interviews the founder of Progress Action Fund - Joe Jacobson. Progress Action Fund runs hard-hitting ads to defeat Republicans in swing districts, including the viral ad “Keep Republicans Out Of Your Bedroom.” They believe that, in politics, you have to put your opponent on defense & shape the narrative. Then, rounding it out - John welcomes back comedians Rhonda Hansome and John Poveromo to joke with listeners about Trump and the Oscars.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John is back and he talks about the shake-up at MSNBC. He also discusses the US joining Russia to vote against a UN resolution to withdraw from Ukraine. Plus, the growing insanity of First Lady Elon Musk. Then, John jokes with comedian Rhonda Hansome and the Evil Army of the night 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's monologue today is about Kendrick Lamar's halftime performance at the Super Bowl and MAGA's ridiculous response. Then, he speaks with Satya Rhodes-Conway. She is the 58th Mayor of Madison of Wisconsin. They talk about 133 U.S. mayors and local elected officials representing 25 million Americans who are calling on Congress to preserve clean energy tax credits & Protect Economic Benefits for Local Communities. Next, John jokes with political comedian and Podcast Host Pete Dominick on the GOP and the state of uncertainty. And lastly, he welcomes back comedian Rhonda Hansome. They chat with listeners on racism, pandering, and the Super Bowl.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 latest madness, including Elon Musk stealing your data, speaks with writer Malu Halasa, chats with callers, and laughs with comedian Rhonda Hansome.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this holiday - John honors Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. He discusses his inspiring speeches, the politics of racism, and his non-violent activism in the Civil Rights Movement. Then, he interviews Dr. Jemar Tisby who is a historian that studies race, religion, and social movements in the 20th century. They talk about the life of MLK Jr. and his new book "The Spirit of Justice: True Stories of Faith, Race, and Resistance". Next, John welcomes back the National Affairs correspondent for the Nation, John Nichols. They mull over Trump's first day in office and the chaos that will ensue. And then finally, comedian Rhonda Hansome returns to joke with the crew about Trump, GOP politics, and MLK.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The focus of the monologue this time is about the predictable MAGA backstabbing and infighting that's happening now including Steve Bannon, Elon Musk, and Vivek Ramaswamy. He also discusses the dangerous lies Republicans are spreading about the Los Angeles wildfires. Then, he welcomes back Anna Eskamani who represents the people of District 42 in the Florida House of Representatives. She has announced she's running for Mayor of Orlando. And rounding it out, comedian Rhonda Hansome joins the crew to talk politics with the Evil Army of the Night.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 anniversary of January 6th. John then talks with Daily Beast columnist, Wajahat Ali about Trump and politics. And finally, he jokes with comedian Rhonda Hansome and listeners about current news.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Today - John discusses ABC News agreeing to pay the Trump Presidential library 15 million dollars as a settlement to his defamation lawsuit. Then, he interviews Andy Lee Roth who is associate director of Project Censored, co-editor of the State of the Free Press yearbook series, and coauthor of The Media and Me: A Guide to Critical Media Literacy for Young People. They talk about his latest work - Project Censored's State of the Free Press 2025 which illuminates issues that the establishment press have obscured and raises voices that corporate media have throttled. And then finally John welcomes back comedian Rhonda Hansome to joke with callers about current news and Trump's tomfoolery. 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 mixed bag of stories for John this time. First, he talks about the capture of Luigi Mangione, the suspect charged in the murder of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Second, he discusses the acquittal of Daniel Penny who was found not guilty in NYC subway chokehold death of Jordan Neely. And third, he jokes about the many lies of Trump during his interview with Kristen Welker on "Meet the Press". Next, he interviews Professor Susan Greenhalgh about her new book "Soda Science: Making the World Safe For Coca-Cola" which tells the story of how an industry leader mobilized allies in academia to protect profits by advocating exercise, not dietary restraint, as the priority solution to obesity. And lastly, John welcomes back comedian Rhonda Hansome to chat with listeners about the latest news.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John discusses President Biden pardoning his son Hunter despite saying he would not do so and he lists off all the crazy pardons of Trump and other past presidents. Then he interviews the executive director of the Climate Justice Alliance, KD Chavez; who is a revolutionary mother, organizer, and strategist, that leads by way of ancestral knowledge and the land. Climate Justice Alliance has spent the last decade in social justice philanthropy moving millions to the frontlines and working to advance freedom through culture shift and intentional investments. Next, he jokes with comedian Chris Grace about his new show "Chris Grace: As Scarlett Johansson" which reimagines what is and isn't possible—or appropriate—in the life of an artist as it celebrates the life of the greatest Asian-American actor of all time: Scarlett Johansson. Inspired by her controversial role in the 2017 film Ghost in the Shell. And finally, John chats with comedian Rhonda Hansome and they take calls from The Evil Army of the Night on the foreboding political scene.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 is about Special Counsel Jack Smith dismissing Donald Trump's January 6th and Documents cases. Then, he welcomes the return of author and political activist Marianne Williamson and they chat about her online spiritual seminar "A Metaphysical Christmas" Sunday - December 15th... find out more at https://marianne.com. Then finally, John jokes with comedians Carole Montgomery and Rhonda Hansome about current news 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 interviews Bill Bradley - a self-made millionaire who collapsed into bankruptcy, then reinvented himself by turning to the world of extreme endurance racing. They discuss his new PBS documentary "Epic Bill". Then, he speaks with author Seth Rogovoy about his new book "Within You Without You: Listening to George Harrison". And lastly, comedian Rhonda Hansome returns to joke with listeners about current news and Trump's latest antics.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this Veterans Day - John this time discusses the way Trump has treated the military and veterans in the past. Then, he talks with comedian Josh Gondelman on Comedy Gives Back, the safety net of the comedy community dedicated to supporting comedians' mental health and financial stability. Next, John chats with caller Mike in MD on his feeling as a Black man in regards to the election results. And then winding it up - they welcome back comedian Rhonda Hansome and she discusses how the Harris campaign abandoned their base.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

First, John talks about the death of legendary record producer, songwriter, composer, arranger, and film and television producer Quincy Jones. Then, he discusses the final rallies of the campaigns, the surprising new polls, and the 2 very different closing arguments from Trump and Harris. Next, he interviews Fernand Amandi who is the managing partner of Bendixen & Amandi, the nation's leading multilingual and multiethnic public opinion research and strategic communications consulting firm. They talk about the latest trends and polls. Then, John welcomes back Democratic strategist Max Burns to talk about the latest campaign news and political strategies on this election eve show. Then finally, comedian Rhonda Hansome joins the crew to speak with listeners about election wishes and fears.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The monologue this time is about Trump's Madison Square Garden rally where featured speakers and comedians spewed vulgar, crude "jokes" and vile, racist comments to rile the mouth breathers. Then, John interviews Bill Adair who is the Knight Professor of the Practice of Journalism and Public Policy at Duke University and the director of the Duke Reporters' Lab. His awards include the Pulitzer Prize for National Reporting (with the PolitiFact staff), the Manship Prize for New Media in Democratic Discourse, and the Everett Dirksen Award for Distinguished Coverage of Congress. They discuss his new book "BEYOND THE BIG LIE: The Epidemic of Political Lying, Why Republicans Do it More, and How it Could Burn Down Our Democracy". Next, he interviews Dawn Huckelbridge, Founder of Paid Leave for All PAC. She has spent her career in gender policy, political organizing, communications, and building early-stage programs and campaigns. And lastly, John jokes with comedian Rhonda Hansome about Trump and the election.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 the media sane-washing Trump's lies and foul mouth. During a recent event, he spoke about Arnold Palmer's penis and called Kamala "A shit Vice President". John also talked about Trump's media stunt where he pretended to work at a McDonalds in Pennsylvania. Then, he interviews Emmy Award-Winning filmmaker Nick Quested about his new documentary, "64 Days: The Road to Insurrection", which chronicles the 64 days between the 2020 election and the devastating January 6th attack on the Capitol. Next, John chats with listeners about Trump and the election. And then, comedian Rhonda Hansome returns to joke about Trump 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.

The monologue today focuses on Milton - the Cat 5 Hurricane which is causing major havoc in Florida. John also discusses SCOTUS upholding Texas' near total abortion ban and the Georgia Supreme Court stopping a ruling that strikes down a near ban on abortions. Then, award-winning journalist Bob Hennelly is back to talk about the dock-worker strike, the scandals of New York Mayor Eric Adams, and the problems with FEMA after Hurricane Helen. Finally, Rhonda Hansome joins the crew and they speak with listeners about immigration, hurricanes, 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.

Today, John's monologue is a trifold: remembering the life and legacy of Kris Kristofferson, reviewing the destruction and devastation of Hurricane Helene, and rejecting the violent rhetoric of Trump at his latest rallies. Then, he interviews award-winning producer, director, writer, journalist and author - Burt Kearns. They chat about his new book "SHEMP!: The Biography of The Three Stooges' Shemp Howard, The Face of Film Comedy". Next, he speaks with listeners about the violence inducing rhetoric from Trump which John has dubbed "Porn for the Stupid". And rounding it out, John jokes with comedian Rhonda Hansome about the tragedies of Kris Kristofferson, Helene, and Trump.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's monologue runs down the day's mixed bag of news which includes more eye-popping dirt on the North Carolina nominee for Governor Mark Robinson. Then, he interviews the minority leader of the Wisconsin State Assembly, Greta Neubauer on the close races in her battleground state. Next, John takes calls from listeners on the media and the election. And finally, Rhonda Hansome returns to chat with everyone about current 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 delivers a eulogy for iconic actor James Earl Jones who passed away at the age of 93. After that, he plays clips of Donald Trump's insane ramblings at his rally in Wisconsin. Then, he interviews political journalist Sasha Abramsky and they discuss his new book "Chaos Comes Calling: The Battle Against the Far-Right Takeover of Small-Town America". Next, John welcomes back comedy writer Rob Kutner to joke about comedy and promote his new show "Let It Out!" which is a "Standup Comedy Show For Neurodivergent Adults and Friends". And finally, he is joined by Rhonda Hansome and they talk with listeners about the economy, gun control, and the big Trump/ Harris debate.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today - John talks about the religious hypocrisy of the GOP and how they are trying to accuse Kamala Harris of being an atheist. Then, he interviews Lindsey Cormack who is is an Associate Professor of Political Science at Stevens Institute of Technology. Next, John talks with listeners about current events and plays a clip of Karine Jean-Pierre explaining what President Biden will do at the DNC. Then wrapping it up, he welcomes back comedian Rhonda Hansome to chat it up with listeners about current news and the upcoming election.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 dishes up a news salad with plenty of toppings. Trump attacking GA Governor Brian Kemp and praising Vladmir Putin during a rally, Egypt giving Trump $10 million dollars in cash in 2016, and Trump backing out of an ABC debate and trying to bait Kamala into one on Fox News. Then, he welcomes back journalist and the National Affairs Editor for Mother Jones - Mark Follman. They discuss the lies about the assassination attempt of Trump and his book “Trigger Points: Inside the Mission to Stop Mass Shootings in America”. Next, John talks with listeners about RFK Jr's dead bear cub story. Then wrapping it up, he chats with comedian Rhonda Hansome about Trump and other news.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John dives in deep to the "What The Fuck?" news of Donald Trump getting shot in the ear during a rally in Pennsylvania, Florida Judge Aileen Cannon dismissing Trump's classified documents case, and Trump picking J.D. Vance as his running mate. Then, he welcomes back Allison Gill - host of "Mueller, She Wrote" and "The Daily Beans" podcasts. They discuss the appeal and the future of the classified documents case now that Judge Aileen Cannon has dismissed it. Next, he speaks with John Nichols who is the National Affairs correspondent for the Nation. They talk about the first day of the RNC and the choosing of Ohio Senator J.D. Vance for Trump's VP pick. Then finally, comedian Rhonda Hansome joins John to chat about the recent news explosion and to talk upset listeners off the ledge.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 President Biden doing all that he can to prove he is fit and competent to go 4 more years in office. John also questions why Trump has been off the campaign trial for 12 days. Then, he welcomes back foreign policy and political affairs commentator David Rothkopf on the presidential campaigns and the run up to the conventions. Next, he interviews political commentator and campaign advisor at the Democratic National Committee Lindy Li. They talk about her conversation with President Biden. And rounding it out - It's Tall Dark and Hansome night with comedian Rhonda Hansome. They take calls on the presidential campaigns with the Evil Army of the Night.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 Trump immunity ruling by the Supreme Court, speaks with Corey Brettschneider, author of The Presidents and the People: Five Leaders Who Threatened Democracy and the Citizens Who Fought to Defend I, and chats with comics Rhonda Hansome, J-L Cauvin, and Adam Sank.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 focuses on a few topics. First, WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange has agreed to plead guilty to a felony for publishing U.S. military secrets under a deal that will set him free to return home to Australia after years holed up and imprisoned while fighting extradition to America. Then, the discussion turns to Vice President Harris - who gave a speech on reproductive freedom as she marks the 2nd anniversary of the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe V Wade. And then John talks about Trump's comments on Louisiana putting the 10 Commandments on display in schools. Next, he interviews author Timothy Morton on their brand new book "Hell: In Search of a Christian Ecology" which dives into the hells of climate disaster and Christian theology. Then finally, he welcomes back comedians Rhonda Hansome and Felicia Madison to joke about the news and take calls from the Evil Army of the Night.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 reflects back in time 4 years ago when Trump had his 1st big super-spreader campaign rally in Tulsa where many people caught covid 19 including Trump loyalist Herman Cain who refused to wear a mask and died from the virus. He also discusses ex-Trump spiritual adviser Robert Morris, who has confesses to child rape. Then, he's in studio with Corey Brettschneider and they talk about Trump, the SCOTUS Machine Gun case, and the release of his new book: "The Presidents and the People: Five Leaders Who Threatened Democracy and the Citizens Who Fought To Defend It". And rounding it out - an in studio comedy panel including Rhonda Hansome, Melissa Finney, Richard Chassler, and Sarah Halstead. They take calls, joke about the news, and play the Unpopular Opinion Game.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, John remembers the Reverend James Lawson Jr. who was a towering civil rights leader and a top strategist for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. He also pokes fun at some recent Trump rally gibberish. Then, a very somber interview with Missouri inmate David Hosier who has now been executed by lethal injection. Next, he chats with Democratic Strategist Max Burns about Trump related legal matters and Rhonda Hansome returns to talk about current news and take calls.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 GOP spin trying to save Trump's campaign after his conviction and the beginning of Hunter Biden's trial for gun charges . He also talks about the big defamation lawsuit against the conservative media company Salem and director Dinesh D'Souza over the lies in the 2020 election conspiracy film "2000 Mules" and the Epoch Times publication in hot water after federal prosecutors allege that CFO Bill Guan participated in a global plot to launder at least $67 million in crypto-currency scams. Then, he interviews DeNora Getachew. She is the CEO of Do Something.ORG. They talk about the importance of elections and getting out the vote. Then John welcomes back comedian Rhonda Hansome and they take calls from the Evil Army of the Night on voting, Trump, 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.

John's monologue today looks back on the life of evil Iranian president Ebrahim Raisi who was killed in a helicopter crash near the Iranian border with Azerbaijan. Then, he welcomes back award-winning investigative journalist Bob Hennelly to discuss current news and the latest with Trump and his New York trial. Next, he takes a call about 2 horn players with the New York Philharmonic getting their jobs back after they were fired for raping a fellow musician. Then wrapping it up, Rhonda Hansome returns to chat about the news and take calls from the Evil Army of the Night.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 discusses the latest news in his monologue: the death of jazz legend David Sanborn; the UN updating the civilian death toll in Gaza, and the excellent testimony of Michael Cohen in Trump's 2016 election interference trial in New York. He then interviews Federico Finchelstein who is a world-renowned expert on fascism, populism, and dictatorship and is a Professor of History at the New School for Social Research and Eugene Lang College in New York City. They talk about his new book "The Wannabe Fascists". And finally he Jokes with comedians Rhonda Hansome and Jimmy Tingle about current news and Jimmy's new show "Humor and Hope for Humanity" which is running at the Soho Playhouse in New York City Through June 2nd.Tickets and more information available at Jimmy Tingle dot com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today's podcast, John discusses the peacekeeping efforts and negotiations in Gaza and the weekend circus at Mar-a-Lago as Trump makes his VP hopefuls compete for a prospective job. Then, he interviews journalist Matthew Sheffield on his new article in Vanity Fair "How I Got Tangled Up in the National Enquirer's Secret Deal with Trump". Next, John jokes with comedian Kate Willet about her new special called "Loopholes" on Apple TV and Amazon Prime Video. And lastly, he is joined by comedian Rhonda Hansome to take calls and joke about Trump 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, John joins the crowd of politicians, comedians, and dog experts who are criticizing South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem after she revealed in her new book she shot her puppy because it was too rambunctious. Then, he interviews attorney, political commentator, and politician - Bakari Sellers on his new book "The Moment: Thoughts on the Race Reckoning That Wasn't and How We All Can Move Forward Now". Next, he talks with listeners about DEI, the confederate flag, and Howard Stern. Then finally, he welcomes back comedian Rhonda Hansome to take calls and discuss the college protests and controversy surrounding the war in Gaza.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 marvels at Speaker Mike Johnson - who after being confronted with sobering briefings revealing Ukraine is on the brink of collapse - he changed direction and managed to get enough votes to pass a foreign aid bill despite threats of him being ousted if he did. Then, he welcomes back Jessica Mason Pieklo who is a Senior Vice President and Executive Editor for Rewire News Group. They talk about Arizona's big abortion ban problems. Next, he discusses the Tik Tok ban and takes calls from listeners on Trump's big hush money trial. Then finally, comedian Rhonda Hansome joins the fun to joke about Trump's trial and take calls from the Evil Army of the Night.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John jokes about Trump's big first day in court at his Hush Money trial - lying and grifting during the breaks, and falling asleep at one point. Then, he talks about Iran's attack on Israel that was promised retaliation for an Israeli strike in Damascus, which killed seven officers from Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. Next, John welcomes back comedian Rhonda Hansome to poke fun at Trump's Speech about Gettysburg and take calls. And winding it up, he discusses with Rhonda how the media changed after the trial of O.J. Simpson.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The monologue this time delves into Trump's big announcement that he is declining to endorse a national abortion ban. John also talks about the wonder of seeing the eclipse with his son Henry. Then, political strategist Max Burns once again joins the show to discuss the war in Israel and the backlash over Trump's wishy washy abortion announcement. Next, John takes some calls about the Pope denouncing trans people and the solar eclipse. Then rounding it out, comedian Rhonda Hansome is back to chat with listeners about the GOP, Trump, and the eclipse.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 is about Donald Trump's "Pump and Dump" scheme to make money by selling off some of his Truth Social stock before the price plummets. Up next, he interviews Michael Tomasky who is the editor of The New Republic and editor in chief of Democracy. They discuss Trump posting his usual wickedness against people including an image of Joe Biden hog tied in the back of a pickup truck. And then comedians Adam Sank and Rhonda Hansome join the fun and take listener calls on Trump selling Bibles, new abortion laws on the ballot, and Trump's expanded gag order.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.