Podcast appearances and mentions of Thom Hartmann

As the chaos Trump has sowed reverberates around the world, Canada pivots away from US military equipment, German right-wingers want brown people to 'remigrate', and Texas low enforcement uses license plates to locate women who have had an abortion.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fascist Alert! Qatar is now trying to make clear that they didn't try to bribe Trump, but he shook them down with some kind of a blackmail or extortion scheme to get the airplane. Is Trump about to mess up the potential bird flu response, just like he did with COVID? Also 6 Truths About Medicaid Work Requirements the GOP Doesn't Want You to Share.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How this centuries-old political tool could restore faith in government and defeat Trump's billionaires…See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

From Greedy Kings to Corporate Conglomerates – It's Always Been the Same FightSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Am I getting this right? You are allowed to break the law only if you are loyal to Trump. Russia is now mocking Trump - How is this going to play? Veteran War Correspondent in Kyiv, Ukraine & host of the 'On the Edge' podcast, Phil Ittner says Russia's drone assaults are getting more vicious against civilians.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How a sick obsession is killing workers, democracy, and our planet…See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Did Trump just create another pump-and-dump opportunity for the billionaires in his cabinet and people close to him (including his kids)? It's a safe bet that once the Trump family and friends are safely bought back into the cratered stock market he'll come up with some minor “win” with the EU that'll let him back off this threat, just like he did with China, so the market will rebound and Trump's insiders will buy back in. It bears repeating: This is the most criminally corrupt administration in the history of America.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Once you've labeled your opponents as subhuman, how do you work with them? How do you compromise? You don't.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As the Republicans complete the largest transfer of wealth to the very rich in history, Pramila Jayapal answers listener calls from across the country.Plus- Trump doubles down for Putin.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 of the Bill Press Pod, our own foreign policy expert, Joe Cirincione, discussed several pressing foreign policy issues. Cirincione is a National Security Analyst with decades of experience in DC. They began by touching on King Charles' historic visit to Canada for the parliamentary opening—a gesture seen as supportive of Canada amid criticism from Donald Trump. They then shifted focus to Trump's peculiar interest in Greenland, interpreting it as a potential financial motivation rather than geopolitical strategy.The conversation moved towards the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, where Russia launched its largest attacks in three years. Cirincione criticized Trump's lack of military support for Ukraine and highlighted the strategic miscalculations of both Trump and Putin, suggesting that Putin is manipulating Trump for his own benefit.They also talked about the leadership of Ukrainian President Zelensky, praising his resilience in the face of adversity, and provided insights into the situation in Gaza. Cirincione described the Israeli military strategy under Netanyahu as destructive, with plans to essentially depopulate Gaza.The discussion also touched on the U.S.'s dwindling support for its NATO allies, suggesting that Europe may need to step up and take independent action in global politics, particularly given Trump's erratic foreign policy.Today's Bill Press Pod is supported by The American Federation of Teachers. More information at AFT.org.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Official urged to rewrite Intelligence report so it would not be 'Used Against' the crooked prez. Trump admin busted for fabricating MS-13 'leader' label to justify wrongful deportation. Oregon Senator Wyden is exposing which phone carriers don't notify you about government surveillance - Say what?! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The chilling similarities to past tyrants—and why America can't look away anymore…See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nixon rewarded Vietnam to keep the war going during the election- Reagan paid Iran to hold on to the hostages- the Bushes lied us into useless wars- and now we have the kleptocrat-in-chief-- why can't Democrats get the message out about who Republican presidents really are?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Oklahoma lawmakers are requiring schools to teach Trumpian lies about the 2020 election, among other right-wing talking points. Plus - Thom reads from 'A Castle in Wartime: One Family, Their Missing Sons, and the Fight to Defeat the Nazis' by Catherine Bailey.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

"If the president can violate the Constitution and there's no court that can enforce an order against him. Then you really do have a dictatorship." Dean and Jesse H. Choper Distinguished Professor of Law, University of California, Berkeley School of Law Prof. Erwin Chemerinsky joins Thom Hartmann to discuss the latest attempts to turn Donald Trump into a dictator. Plus Trump's no taxes on tips has become no healthcare for restaurant workers. Trump tries to BS Americans about his phone conversation with Putin, but Russia isn't going to let him get away with it. And FEMA is AWOL in tornado ravaged cities. Surprised? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The billionaires robbed us blind for 44 years — and we thanked them for it... Will it still work for the GOP?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

More Tariff Chaos. Public Feeling It? Markets Not Happy. Big “Beautiful” Bill. It's Chances in the Senate. Trump's Crypto Corruption. The Used 747 Bribe. White House Shakedowns. The End of the Penny. With Emily Goodin, Senior White House Correspondent for DailyMail.com, Jason Dick, Editor-in-chief of CQ-Roll Call and Jeff Dufour, Editor-in-chief of the National Journal. Today's Bill Press Pod is supported by The Laborers' International Union of North America. More information at LIUNA.org.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Veteran War Correspondent in Kyiv, Ukraine & host of the 'On the Edge' podcast Phil Ittner reports from the war zone. News..., Trump gets all racist with South African prez, and officially takes possession of Qatari jet bribe. Plus Congressman Mark Pocan - National Progressive Townhall with calls.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dictators don't go quietly. They orchestrate fear, silence dissent, and distract with spectacle. Trump's moves in 2025 suggest he's not planning to lose power — no matter the cost.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Alex Lawson, Social Security Works - Are you ready for $500 Billion in Medicare & Medicaid cuts to pay for the Billionaire's Tax Cuts??? Crazy Alert! Rightwingers, believing Russian propaganda designed to cause death in America, are insisting Biden's cancer came from the Covid shot. World news...As Israel starves and destroys GAZA, Orban has a bigger plan to muzzle dissent.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Why the destruction of public institutions, the middle class, and government itself may not be a mistake — but the mission…See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In a legal sleight of hand, Republicans want to strip judges of their power to enforce rulings — because holding Trump in contempt might actually work…See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

While Trump gathers his forces to give billionaires another massive tax break, how are the rest of us made all the poorer in the process? Progressive Rep Ro Khanna joins Thom with a Congress-eye view.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, Bill speaks with Sylvia Poggioli from Rome about the new Pope, Leo XIV, and what he might bring to the table. Poggioli is the legendary NPR Rome, Vatican and Senior European Correspondent. They talk about Pope Leo's inauguration mass, which was a big event with around 200,000 people attending. Leo XIV's homily focused on love, unity, and peace, similar to Pope Francis, but with a stronger push for unity within the Church.Leo XIV's background is pretty diverse, and he seems to understand the importance of both unity and diversity in the Church. He's getting praise from both conservative and progressive factions, which suggests he might be a skilled politician. His election was a bit unexpected, but it shows how the College of Cardinals has shifted under Pope Francis.One of the big issues Leo XIV might tackle is the Latin Mass, which has been a point of conflict. Sylvia thinks he might be more open to discussing this and finding a middle ground. Leo XIV is likely to follow Pope Francis' legacy, focusing on outreach and collaboration within the Church, as well as addressing global challenges like immigration and international conflicts.Overall, Leo XIV seems poised to unite diverse factions within the Church and tackle pressing global issues with compassion and collaboration. His background as a descendant of immigrants shapes his perspective, and he might advocate for solidarity with migrants.Today's Bill Press Pod is supported by The American Federation of Government Employees. More information at AFGE.orgSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Georgia is forcing a brain-dead woman to complete her pregnancy and her family to foot the bill! Trump ordered 15K workers to snitch & not a one did. Crazy Alert! Why is the DHS looking at reality shows where immigrants compete for citizenship? News...Trump threatens SCOTUS, ABC, Springsteen, Beyonce, Oprah and Obama just over the weekend - He's looking deranged to me - Is he in a meltdown and needs a mental health check?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When greed replaces justice, and cruelty becomes policy, democracy dies not in darkness—but in plain sight, cheered on by those in power…See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The president is declaring emergencies on everything from an “invasion” of immigrants to a mythical shortage of fossil fuel production. But it's all just a ploy for him to act like a Roman emperor. And callers debate police behavior regarding suspected migrants stopped in traffic. Is Donald Trump's ICE actually able to arrest US citizens? What powers does ICE have and when are YOU in danger of being arrested?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The firm, which produces content for TikTok, recorded no revenue last year, but it announced this week that a mysterious stock sale would allow it to invest heavily in the $TRUMP memecoin. JB Printzker is the first governor to block Bob Kennedy from access to autism records. Cruelty Alert! ICE left a 12 year old alone on the sidewalk after a raid. Good news - there's a political earthquake in Omaha.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This is no accident. It's a coordinated attack on science, safety, and the truth—just in time for hurricane season…See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Trump's military parade - Isn't this just propaganda by spectacle — the kind that makes autocracy feel “normal?” Stupid Alert! GOP congressman slips up and tells the truth by accident...Plus - The Trump administration is caught in a huge massive social security lie. The problem for Red states is that Republicans worship cheap labor, because it drives up profits for the fat-cats who own American business.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bill had the great fortune of being in Saint Peter's Square when the new Pope was announced. He tells us what it was like and his thoughts on Leo XIVSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We are back next week with new episodes of The Bill Press Pod. The 12th and final chapter chronicles the demise of our fictional magazine, Capital Monthly. The pressure from the White House, from advertisers and from Social Media algorithms kills the independent journalism that was, in our stories, documenting what life was like for people under Donald Trump's second term guided by Project 2025. We now have seen, in real life, what evil Project 2025 has wrought. We hope this update of Trump's Project 2025: Up Close and Personal restores in all of us, our commitment to halt the march to disaster that is MAGA, Trump and most of the GOP. 2026 cannot come fast enough. But for us to stop the madness, we must VOTE and convince friends and family to vote as well.We'd like to thank all the artists who volunteered their time to make this series. Especially the talented sound designers Marilys Ernst and Jonathan Moser who worked on every episode. Trump's Project 2025: Up Close and Personal is written by David Pepper and produced by Pepper, Melissa Jo Peltier and Jay Feldman and is a production of Ovington Avenue Productions and The Bill Press Pod.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Last week I warned about the dangers of AI being manipulated. It appears we are there, with one particular AI responding to random questions with rants about “white genocide“ in South South Africa. Host of the Dean Obeidallah show, columnist and attorney Dean Obeidallah - Trump went from banning Muslims to raking in billions from Muslims.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Why Republicans love to create poverty, pain, and desperation — it keeps wages low and the billionaires happy…See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

News...Chief Justice is concerned about the rule of law - but - he gave Trump immunity, Texas wants to shut down news they don't like, Could an arrested Judge go to prison? Plus more. Texas Republicans want to shut down people like me who write editorials they don't like. The judge arrested by ICE last week was just indicted by a federal grand jury and is now facing prison.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As Republicans slash Medicaid to fund tax breaks for the morbidly rich, America must decide: Do we honor our social contract or abandon it to greed?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Are Republicans ready to cheer for a president who's sold out to authoritarian Muslim leaders who put millions straight into his personal bank accounts? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The numbers are in. The evidence is overwhelming. And the silence is deadly. It's time Democrats started calling this what it is: a decades-long criminal conspiracy to seize power by any means…See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bill is back next week from his research and writing sabbatical. While he's gone, we decided it's important to revisit the horrors we laid out in our Project 2025 podcast series, Trump's Project 2025: Up Close and Personal – and have the series author, pro-democracy advocate and the author of nine books, David Pepper, tie them to what's actually happened so far. In Chapter 11, set in November in Tallahassee, fictional Florida, Governor Buck Bryce confidently addresses the press regarding Hurricane Timothy, initially predicted to be a manageable Category 1 storm. However, the hurricane unexpectedly strengthens to a devastating Category 4 upon landfall, causing widespread destruction and significant loss of life. The governor, previously assured by Washington that all preparations were sufficient, is confronted with the reality of inadequate storm forecasting due to recent cuts to federal meteorological services as proposed by Project 2025 and now DOGE following through.As emergency response efforts falter, Bryce grapples with the new federal policies under Trump that make it difficult to declare emergencies and provide immediate assistance to affected businesses and citizens.(As is now actually happening: Under President Donald Trump, the Federal Emergency Management Agency has denied federal assistance for tornadoes in Arkansas, flooding in West Virginia and a windstorm in Washington state. It also has refused North Carolina's request for extended relief funding in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. This fictional but predictive narrative highlights the consequences of disregarding climate science and federal data, resulting in death and destructionAs always, the series author, David Pepper updates on how what he predicted has come to pass.We'd like to thank all the artists who volunteered their time to make this episode:Mark Ruffalo who read the chapter and others who contributed character voices. Sound design by Jonathan Moser.Trump's Project 2025: Up Close and Personal is written by David Pepper and produced by Pepper, Melissa Jo Peltier and Jay Feldman and is a production of Ovington Avenue Productions and The Bill Press Pod.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Deals are being cut, but will the tariff roller coaster benefit or only damage the American economy? What would a smart tariff policy look like?Plus- when did the GOP become the Ministry of Propaganda?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

AI is not just another tech revolution. It's the perfect storm of surveillance, manipulation, and digital obedience — and the far right already has a head start…See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A government without empathy is only a conspiracy to elevate the powerful over the weak. America's moral collapse is on a plane to Libya. It is in the living rooms of the disabled abandoned by our federal government- and in the corrupt financial plundering for the sake of the billionaires, all while cloaking itself in Republican dogma and lies.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Phill Ittner joins guest host Jeff Smith with the latest from V-E Day in Ukraine. Plus, listeners conspire with Jeff to get to the heart of the matter.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

FDR warned us 80 years ago about the rise of political lies. Today, the GOP has turned that warning into a roadmap…See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Thanks to the Republicans the established faith in American norms is being eroded from the inside-out. Guest-host Jefferson Smith of The Democracy Nerd Podcast takes a deep dive, and brings his dad along for the ride!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

While Bill is on a research and writing sabbatical for the next 2 weeks we decided it's important to revisit the horrors we laid out in our Project 2025 podcast series, Trump's Project 2025: Up Close and Personal – and tie them to what's actually happened so far. The first part of Chapter10 introduces the fictional character Dr. Joy Brewer, a dedicated researcher focused on studying cancer clusters affecting Black Americans. Joy learns from her colleague, Dr. Matthias Kunz, that all federal grants linked to race or gender are being canceled, jeopardizing her life's work. Despite her attempts to advocate for her essential research, the political climate forces her into a corner where she must reconsider her direction. This part of the chapter closes with Joy's resolute decision to remain true to her mission, suggesting a significant personal and professional loss amidst the disaster of Trump and his ideological allies.In the second part of chapter, the fictional Webster "Web" Powers, addresses a packed ballroom in Washington, D.C., on a day he considers pivotal for his political ambitions. Web, who has transformed from a simple condo salesman into a powerful figure opposing what he sees as “woke” ideologies in education and government, relishes the fear among his audience—representatives from universities and research institutions. He recalls how his concerns about a lack of patriotic historical education for his children led him on a crusade to eliminate anti-American content from schools, which in turn propelled him into politics. After achieving success in Florida by banning critical race theory and related concepts from education, he is ready to extend his efforts nationally. During his speech, he unveils plans to remove references to race, gender identities, and diversity from federal policies and grants, branding the funding of such initiatives as “racism.” His announcement indicates that billions in federal research funds supporting various racial and gender-focused studies will now be terminated, causing dread among established academics who relied on these grants. Web takes pleasure in exerting control, sensing that his audience, once dismissive towards him, is now subservient to his newfound authority.Ultimately, both narratives illustrate what happens when a Trump second term guided by Project 2025 destroys the lives and work of dedicated individuals committed to social justice and scientific integrity.We'd like to thank all the artists who volunteered their time to make this episode:Danai Gurira and Joel Hurt Jones who read the chapter and others who contributed character voices. Sound design by Jonathan Moser and Marilys Ernst. Trump's Project 2025: Up Close and Personal is written by David Pepper and produced by Pepper, Melissa Jo Peltier and Jay Feldman and is a production of Ovington Avenue Productions and The Bill Press Pod.Today's Bill Press Pod is supported by The American Federation of Teachers. More information at AFT.orgSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Long time Progressive stalwart in the house, Mark Pocan takes listener calls from across the nation.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As warlords rake in millions, America exports migrants into a system of rape, slavery, and death…See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Will we defend the dream of self-rule, or surrender to the very powers our ancestors bled to escape?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A new Republican-sponsored law in Congress would cement Trump's crypto scam- but that's just a tip of the corruption iceberg. So why won't the media call it what it is?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.