Podcast appearances and mentions of Thom Hartmann

Autocrats follow a predictable playbook. Learn how we can disrupt their rise before revolution or civil war become the only solutions...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

“2 Weeks” on Iran. MAGA Base Split. Tucker vs. Cruz. Congress MIA. Trump's Bad Polls. No Kings Millions. NYC Mayor's Race. DNC Infighting. With Maya King, Political Reporter for the New York Times, Kirk Bado, Editor of The National Journal Hotline and Tom LoBianco, editor of 24 sight News. 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.

Progressive House leader Mark Pocan joins Thom to answer listener questions on the politics of today. Plus - Thom reads from "Unwanted Spy: The Persecution of an American Whistleblower" by Jeffrey SterlingSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A sinister Republican bond scheme could price you out of justice — forever...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Long-time Republican Commentator Joe Walsh has left the party- but he is now a member of the Democratic party and ready to fight to defend our constitution from the Trumpian fascist takeover. Plus- Thom reads from his book 'Cracking the Code: How to Win Hearts, Change Minds, and Restore America's Original Vision'.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Why America must confront the corrosive force that Trump is trying to use to tear us apart...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Author and thinker Seton Motley joins Thom for a deep dive on the role of government as Trump's fascist agenda gets rolled out. Plus, Thom reads from "The Curse of Bigness: Antitrust in the New Gilded Age" by Columbia University Law Professor Tim Wu.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A chilling tale of detention, interrogation, and exile for the ‘crime' of writing a blog.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, Bill is joined by Peter Cohn, Managing Editor for Policy and Legislation at CQ Roll Call, to discuss the comprehensive and controversial bill that aims to encompass nearly all of Donald Trump's legislative priorities. This "Big Beautiful Bill," spanning over 1,100 pages, seeks to extend the 2017 tax cuts and includes several provisions impacting healthcare, military spending, border security, and environmental policies. Cohn details how the bill could add $2.4 to $3 trillion to the deficit and discusses the strategies for offsetting costs, including significant Medicaid cuts. Additionally, Cohen touches on lesser-publicized elements like lifting restrictions on mining and logging on public lands, resuming construction on Trump's border wall, and a provision for a $25 billion Golden Dome. With only 27% public approval according to a recent poll, the bill faces a complex path ahead, even as it seeks passage by the Senate by July 4th.Today, Bill features Center on Budget and Policy Priorities. More information at CBPP.org.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Why isn't the media calling people who murder Democratic politicians political terrorists? Is this another mile-marker on the road to Nazi America ruled by a king?- or can we push back against right-wing fascism?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We stand at the tipping point — one decision will define our future…See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Distinguished Professor & Director of the Center for Science, Sustainability and the Media, University of Pennsylvania Dr. Michael Mann - Climate change is becoming a "ticking time bomb" and getting costly...5% of GDP? The MAGA War on Science Is Deadly—and It's Just Getting Started. Trump is winding down FEMA as Climate change ramps up - what could possibly go wrong?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ali Velshi is joined by host of “The Thom Hartmann Program,” Thom Hartmann, NBC News Correspondent David Noriega, former Arizona Governor and former DHS Secretary Janet Napolitano, Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon, and author of Zeteo's “The Stakes” column John Harwood.

Hegesth has come up with contingency plans to invade Greenland.....he says, if necessary. I wonder what - "if necessary" means. Just like with the tariffs Trump comes in with a hammer - Trump cancels work permits for a 1/2 million migrants as the crops come in - what could possibly go wrong? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fascist Alert! DHS sends out provocative new posters - The Trump administration wants you to turn in your neighbor so they can haul them away. Fascist history returns. California Governor Newsom takes down Trump. News....Iran, the national guard staying in LA? Trump wants to flood liberal cities with ICE? Are Trump's goons intentionally targeting the press? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Senator Alex Padilla asked a question. The regime answered with fists, lies, and a chilling promise: “We're not going away.”See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Israel Bombs Iran. Rubio: Not US. Trump: Let's Make a Deal. Sen. Padilla Handcuffed. Noem: Liberate LA. Troops on the Streets. Trump's Birthday Parade. Newsom Slams Trump. Elon Surrendered. With Alan Smith, Political Reporter for NBC News, John Bennett, White House Correspondent, CQ Roll Call and Arthur Delaney, Political Reporter at Huff Post. Today's Bill Press Pod is supported by The Laborers' International Union of North America. More information at LIUNA.orgSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Veteran War Correspondent & host of the 'On the Edge' podcast Phil Ittner reports from Kyiv, Ukraine. News - Predator drones deployed in LA? ICE brutally rams car & tear gases occupants with young children (toddlers) - to grab citizens off the street, FL tries to replace farm workers with 14 year old American children. FL says they're not too young to work overnight shifts. I'm not making this up! Brutality reigns. Is Trump's brutality causing his approval to tank? More news... Smithsonian to purge ‘anti-American ideology' as MAGA revamp gets underway, criminals are imitating ICE to rob people, and, surprise, Trump is restoring the confederacy.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

By rewriting history, staging propaganda events, and testing the military's loyalty, is Trump laying the groundwork for a future coup attempt?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

News...Trump goads troops to cheer Robert E Lee, Gavin says, "the moment we have feared has arrived," ICE has been deployed to 5 more BLUE states to incite riots & unrest, National guard to be deployed to Texas for protests? Trump ramps up transfers to Guantanamo and it's to be an international concentration camp. Trump is winding down FEMA as Climate change ramps up - what could possibly go wrong? Musk crawls back to Trump on bended knee...Can he grovel enough for Trump?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Step by Step, MAGA Is normalizing repression and setting America up for tyranny. Will we wait, like so many before us, until the knock comes to our own door?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Helicopters, uniforms, and flags used like weapons. Now Marines are prowling American streets. This is how democracies die — in prime time…See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Elon‘s guys put a transmitter on top of the White House; what were they transmitting? Ben Dixon reports that Elon Musk's own AI warns his platform's policies are inciting anti-black violence—with a 50% risk of targeted attacks and 30% risk of mob violence. MAGA Influencers Revel in Terry Moran's Suspension for Calling Stephen Miller a ‘World Class Hater' — after the White House complains. Can news networks stop bending their knee to Trump and stand up like Gavin Newsom? Are you hearing this America? The GOP is lining up with excuses to cut Social Security. 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, Bill welcomes Barbara McQuaid, a legal analyst for NBC, Co-host of the podcast Sisters-in-Law and author of Attack from Within: How Disinformation Is Sabotaging America to discuss the pervasive issue of disinformation, particularly under the Trump administration. They explore how disinformation is used deliberately to advance political agendas, create divisions, and destabilize societies. They also discuss the role of social media, technology, and AI in amplifying false information. McQuade emphasizes the importance of media literacy, supporting local journalism, and potential government interventions to combat disinformation. The episode highlights the global threat of disinformation and its adverse effects on democracy and public health.You can get your own copy here.Today Bill highlights the work of Amica Center for Immigrant Rights. More information at AmicaCenter.org. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you think this ends with L.A., you haven't been paying attention. This is Portland 2.0 — but scaled up, and aimed at the soul of American democracy…See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Will Americans choose the Republic or the Tyrant? Will ICE raids lead to Marines illegally patrolling our streets? Will Trump get his national emergency?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hakeem Jeffries agrees with Elon Musk. Thom Hartmann discusses independent media, America's perilous situation, and potential solutions.Subscribe to our Newsletter:https://politicsdoneright.com/newsletterPurchase our Books: As I See It: https://amzn.to/3XpvW5o How To Make AmericaUtopia: https://amzn.to/3VKVFnG It's Worth It: https://amzn.to/3VFByXP Lose Weight And BeFit Now: https://amzn.to/3xiQK3K Tribulations of anAfro-Latino Caribbean man: https://amzn.to/4c09rbE

Thom Hartmann talks about his visit to Houston on August 9th, 2025. Hakeem Jeffries agrees with Musk. Progressives do not, nor should any American. Supreme Court sides with DOGE on data grab.Subscribe to our Newsletter:https://politicsdoneright.com/newsletterPurchase our Books: As I See It: https://amzn.to/3XpvW5o How To Make AmericaUtopia: https://amzn.to/3VKVFnG It's Worth It: https://amzn.to/3VFByXP Lose Weight And BeFit Now: https://amzn.to/3xiQK3K Tribulations of anAfro-Latino Caribbean man: https://amzn.to/4c09rbE

Thank you ITS Never Happening…, Rita Casey, and many others for tuning into my live video! Join me for my next live video in the app.* Thom Hartmann talks about his visit to Houston on August 9th, 2025: The number one progressive talk show host, Thom Hartmann, will be visiting Houston by invitation from KPFT Houston. He will discuss current events as he urges full political engagement… To hear more, visit egberto.substack.com

Thank you P. J. Schuster, Independent Voter 1, Jane B In NC

US Rep. Mark Pocan of WI joins the show for a National Progressive Town Hall Meeting with callers. Wow. Over half of all Republicans want Democrats to push harder against Trump. Did Speaker Johnson just limit congressional oversight? Democracy is disappearing right before our very eyes. USPS is tapped to hunt down migrants? Surprised? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Thom Hartmann visited Politics Done Right on Egberto Off The Record and discussed the dire straits America is in, the mainstream media's dereliction, and the role of independent media to mitigate it.Subscribe to our Newsletter:https://politicsdoneright.com/newsletterPurchase our Books: As I See It: https://amzn.to/3XpvW5o How To Make AmericaUtopia: https://amzn.to/3VKVFnG It's Worth It: https://amzn.to/3VFByXP Lose Weight And BeFit Now: https://amzn.to/3xiQK3K Tribulations of anAfro-Latino Caribbean man: https://amzn.to/4c09rbE

Kennedy is not a doctor or a scientist, but he got the job as America's top public health officer. Now he's making the wrong choices for all of us. People whose family members have been killed by big insurance companies withholding payments are starting to fight back. Republicans are setting American women up to die.Crazy Alert! Trump picked a fresh out of college 22 year old to lead terror prevention. Why? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ali Velshi is joined by host of ‘The Thom Hartmann Program' Thom Hartmann, co-founder and Editor-in-Chief of The Contrarian Jennifer Rubin, Immigration Attorney Allen Orr, spokesperson for UNICEF James Elder, author Téa Obreht

There's a dark MAGA conspiracy where Musk destroys Trump and democracy - hmmm ...is it closer to the truth than you think? I'll be telling you all about it. Could there be a bigger scandal than Trump being in the Epstein files? Could there be be a larger moral failure? Where's the press? Will the Military be signing a loyalty oath soon? Will the oath be to Trump or We the People? Trump says he letting Russian and Ukraine "fight for a while" - Is that what Putin ordered him to do? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A Supreme Court justice handed the keys of our democracy to billionaires — and now they're crashing it in public…See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Trump-Musk Feud. Impact on BB Bill? Whose Side Are You On?. Epstein Files in Play. Will Trump Punish Musk? What Does Elon Want? Trump: Investigate Biden Autopen. Travel Bans Back. Karine Jean-Pierre Bombs. With Sudeep Reddy, Senior Managing Editor at Politico, Sarah Wire, Senior National Political Correspondent at USA Today and Kirk Bado, Editor at National Journal Hotline.Today's Bill Press Pod is supported by SAG-AFTRA More information at SAGAFTRA.org.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's not just bad economics. It's a calculated con that's costing us jobs, factories, and our future…See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Was DOGE all about “a truly unprecedented transfer of governmental power to a private entity in real time?” Former Chair-Ohio Democratic Party (2015-2021) lawyer, author of many books including Saving Democracy David Pepper explains. Also Veteran War Correspondent Phil Ittner reports from Kyiv, Ukraine.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How ordinary Americans became numb to authoritarianism—step by chilling stepSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Trump wants to rollback banking regulations - What could go wrong? If Trump were to roll back the banking rules put in place after the 2008 financial crisis (like those in the Dodd-Frank Act), several risks could arise. More fascism...Trump moves to get political control of doctors and scientists. ICE thugs grabbed a teen driving to volleyball practice and the town is outraged. The GOP's never-ending effort to repeal Obamacare continues.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

MAGA Republicans are chiseling away at the Post Office, FEMA, Obamacare, and even our defenses against Russia- will America wake up to what is going on?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Exploring the GOP's strategy to keep wages low and the poor desperate...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, Norm Ornstein discussed the significant changes in the Republican Party and the broader implications for American democracy since the publication of his 2012 book, "It's Even Worse Than It Looks". Ornstein is a political scientist and an emeritus scholar at the American Enterprise Institute and a leading expert on Congress. Ornstein asserted that the party has dramatically shifted from being a traditional problem-solving entity to one that is highly radicalized, especially in the wake of Donald Trump's presidency. He expressed concern that current Republican leaders are either fanatically loyal to Trump or too cowardly to oppose him, leading to a lack of effective checks and balances.Ornstein also criticized the Supreme Court for its decisions that, in his view, have accelerated the slide towards autocracy. He described House Speaker Mike Johnson as the worst in history, claiming he acts primarily as an enabler of Trump's agenda rather than protecting congressional prerogatives.The Pod also touched on Trump's use of the pardon power, highlighting the corrupt implications of pardoning individuals involved in criminal activities and insurrections. Ornstein noted a growing trend of using presidential powers for personal gain, directly contrasting this with historical standards of conduct.He expressed skepticism about the future, worrying that even if a supportive political shift occurs (e.g., Democrats regaining control of Congress), the damage done could take a long time to undo, as many experienced professionals may not return to public service due to the toxic political climate. Overall, Ornstein depicted a bleak view of the current political landscape, warning of the long-term consequences of the ongoing erosion of democratic norms and institutions. Throughout the talk, he emphasized the importance of integrity and accountability in government, expressing hope for reforms but recognizing the steep challenges ahead.Today's Bill Press Pod is supported by Iron Workers Union. More information at Ironworkers.org. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Musk and Rubio's deliberate gutting of USAID and the lives it's ending every hour…See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

World news....Clampdown in Rome, China invading Taiwan?, Ukraine fights back, Right-winger wins Poland - what does that mean? Reporter, CNN U.K. & Europe Rob Picheta explains. Fascist alert. Was Rep Nadler's aid detained and handcuffed as a warning and an intimidation tactic? You Betcha! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If we are being warned not to travel to Venezuela....then why are we sending prisoners there? More U.S. nationals wrongfully detained in Venezuela than anywhere else. Trump's pardon attorney reviews cases of convicted MAGA militiamen. Geeky Science: Global temperatures could break heat records in the next five years. Data also shows small but ‘shocking' likelihood of year 2C hotter than preindustrial era before 2030. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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.