The Find Out Podcast

We recorded this episode before Disney announced Jimmy Kimmel’s return to late night — but the bigger issue hasn’t gone away. Is free speech under fire in America? Media lawyer and author Ian Rosenberg joins us to break down what Kimmel’s suspension reveals about the First Amendment, government pressure, media corporations, and censorship in America.Even though Jimmy Kimmel is coming back on air, the chilling effect of political interference and corporate caution is real. Free expression is at risk, and what happened here could set a precedent for future cases.📌 In this episode, we cover:Why Kimmel’s suspension matters for the future of the First AmendmentHow political pressure influences corporate media decisionsThe difference between legal free speech protections and cultural censorshipWhat comes next for comedians, journalists, and creators  👕 **Merch** made in the USA & union-made: https://findoutpodcast.com📬 Subscribe to bonus content: https://findoutpodcast.substack.com 📱 Follow us everywhere: @FindOutPodcast  📣 Share this episode & tag us #FindOutPodcast  📥 Send us feedback and tips: hello@findoutpodcast.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What started as a small passion project has become one of the most respected craft breweries in the country—known not just for its beer, but for its mission-driven approach to business. Dan shares the story of how Maine Beer Company was built around the simple motto “Do what’s right,” and how that philosophy has shaped everything from their brewing process to sustainability practices to giving back. We dig into why he made the leap from brewing to politics, the issues that inspired his campaign, and how he plans to bring a values-driven approach to Washington. If you care about Maine, politics, or the future of progressive leadership, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. 👕 **Merch** made in the USA & union-made: https://findoutpodcast.com📬 Subscribe to bonus content: https://findoutpodcast.substack.com 📱 Follow us everywhere: @FindOutPodcast  📣 Share this episode & tag us #FindOutPodcast  📥 Send us feedback and tips: hello@findoutpodcast.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FBI Director Kash Patel tesitfied in front of the Senate Judiciary Committee yesterday — and things got wild. From his botched public statements about the Charlie Kirk investigation, to angry exchanges with Democratic senators over Epstein files and claims of political firings, Patel defended his record – but raised more questions than he answered.We spoke with Senator Chris Coons (D-Delaware) about what he found most alarming: dismissals of agents involved in investigations of Trump adversaries, claim after claim of maintained FBI independence, and whether the bureau’s new leadership can truly be trusted. 👕 **Merch** made in the USA & union-made: https://findoutpodcast.com📬 Subscribe to bonus content: https://findoutpodcast.substack.com 📱 Follow us everywhere: @FindOutPodcast  📣 Share this episode & tag us #FindOutPodcast  📥 Send us feedback and tips: hello@findoutpodcast.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Find Out, we break down:How right-wing figures are framing Kirk’s death as a political attackThe dangers of pushing a narrative without evidenceWhy this reckless blame game threatens democracy and public safetyWhat progressives and everyday citizens can do to fight back against weaponized misinformation 👕 **Merch** made in the USA & union-made: https://findoutpodcast.com📬 Subscribe to bonus content: https://findoutpodcast.substack.com 📱 Follow us everywhere: @FindOutPodcast  📣 Share this episode & tag us #FindOutPodcast  📥 Send us feedback and tips: hello@findoutpodcast.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The crew digs into:The dangerous rise of political violence in the United StatesHow right-wing media immediately weaponized Kirk’s death to stoke fear and divisionThe broader epidemic of gun violence and the loopholes that keep dangerous weapons in the hands of criminalsWhy Charlie Kirk’s legacy as a radicalizer and MAGA movement-builder makes him both a destructive figure and, now, a martyr for the far rightWhat history tells us about authoritarian creep, and why the stakes for democracy are higher than ever 👕 **Merch** made in the USA & union-made: https://findoutpodcast.com📬 Subscribe to bonus content: https://findoutpodcast.substack.com 📱 Follow us everywhere: @FindOutPodcast  📣 Share this episode & tag us #FindOutPodcast  📥 Send us feedback and tips: hello@findoutpodcast.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on the Find Out Podcast:The Supreme Court backs racial profiling in LA while Trump loses another legal battle in the E. Jean Carroll case.Farmers beg for help as tariffs fuel stagflation and wreck rural economies.Media giants lean right, with CBS courting Bari Weiss.Trump and JD Vance stoke international chaos in Venezuela.RFK Jr. unravels in a Senate hearing on vaccines.Join Tim, Luke, Zak, and Rich for sharp analysis, hard truths, and a progressive take on America’s political and economic crisis. 👕 **Merch** made in the USA & union-made: https://findoutpodcast.com📬 Subscribe to bonus content: https://findoutpodcast.substack.com 📱 Follow us everywhere: @FindOutPodcast  📣 Share this episode & tag us #FindOutPodcast  📥 Send us feedback and tips: hello@findoutpodcast.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We also dove into a deep conversation about how fast things are changing in American politics. People are tired of the cookie-cutter politicians who just play the game, and they’re looking for leaders who are real — people who actually care about making change. That demand for authenticity is only getting louder, and it’s reshaping what the future of politics could look like. 👕 **Merch** made in the USA & union-made: https://findoutpodcast.com📬 Subscribe to bonus content: https://findoutpodcast.substack.com 📱 Follow us everywhere: @FindOutPodcast  📣 Share this episode & tag us #FindOutPodcast  📥 Send us feedback and tips: hello@findoutpodcast.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Over the weekend, a war broke out on the left over an explosive and misleading Wired article over influencers and "dark money" in politics,While Lorenz paints creators as pawns in a shady game, we explore how that is misleading and how Iinfluencers are actually building authentic communities, amplifying marginalized voices, and challenging old gatekeepers.We’ll break down where the reporting gets it wrong, why dismissing influencers is a mistake, and how creators are reshaping politics for the better. 👕 **Merch** made in the USA & union-made: https://findoutpodcast.com📬 Subscribe to bonus content: https://findoutpodcast.substack.com 📱 Follow us everywhere: @FindOutPodcast  📣 Share this episode & tag us #FindOutPodcast  📥 Send us feedback and tips: hello@findoutpodcast.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gun violence in America takes center stage as the speakers critique inaction from political leaders, stressing the need for stricter laws and accountability. They humorously dismantle the myth that more guns ensure safety and examine the troubling influence of rhetoric on societal violence. A new segment, "Hot Takes," introduces lively debates on contentious topics, offering comedic relief amidst serious discussions. The episode also touches on the intersection of celebrity culture and artistic ownership, shedding light on the complexities of modern branding.

We break down how Newsom has successfully taken the gloves off against Trump, why democrats are getting Gaza wrong, and how leadership is fumbling chances to support rising voices like Zohran Mamdani.Plus: the looming threat of abortion rights being stripped from female veterans through the VA, and Luke’s “Get Fucked” segment on Oklahoma Superintendent Ryan Walters—who wants teachers to take loyalty tests while his state ranks near the bottom in education.And finally - How to leave a public comment opposing the VA’s anti-choice rule.Deadline: September 3, 2025Comment here: https://www.regulations.gov/commenton/VA-2025-VHA-0073-0002Speak from your own experience, your own values, your own understanding of what this country owes its veterans.The most effective comments include your personal or professional perspective, identify how this rule would affect you or your community, and offer a specific recommendation or concern.If you're a veteran, spouse, caregiver, or healthcare provider, your real-life experience is especially important for regulators to hear. Do not copy and paste someone else’s words. Anti-choice extremists are already doing that. We’re better than that. The government weighs unique, substantive comments more heavily. Speak in your own voice. 👕 **Merch** made in the USA & union-made: https://findoutpodcast.com📬 Subscribe to bonus content: https://findoutpodcast.substack.com 📱 Follow us everywhere: @FindOutPodcast  📣 Share this episode & tag us #FindOutPodcast  📥 Send us feedback and tips: hello@findoutpodcast.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices