The John Fugelsang Podcast

John's monologue this time is about SAG-AFTRA, the union representing Hollywood actors and performers, voting to go on strike against major studios. They voted unanimously to join the Writers Guild of America on picket lines. Scripted TV and movie production will cease immediately in the first dual work stoppage by both actors and writers in 63 years. Then he chats with political blogger Heather “Digby” Parton and they discuss Trump and other current politics. Next, attorney Marie in Atlanta and Douglas in Chicago call to talk about the strike. Then, rounding it out, John interviews climate law scholar Rob Verchick, who designed climate-resilience policies in the Obama administration. They discuss the heat wave and his book “The Octopus in the Parking Garage”.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The heated discussion today involves the releasing of ex-Manson follower Leslie Van Houten from prison after 53 years despite California Governor Gavin Newsom attempting to block it. Also, Iowa's state legislature voted to ban most abortions after six weeks of pregnancy, a time before most people know they are pregnant. It's now one of the strictest bans in the U.S. John takes calls from Memo in California on prisons and execution. Then, investigative journalist Bob Hennelly returns to chat about worker's rights for those being forced to work outside in toxic air quality and forced slave labor in correctional facilities. Next, they take calls from Charles in Texas and Tony in San Jose on the release of Leslie Van Houten. And finally, John interviews Scott Omelianuk from Inc. Magazine on psilocybin therapy.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 - the discussion is about Tommy Tuberville - Republican Senator from Alabama who is blocking hundreds of Pentagon nominations in the military over their stance on transporting female service members who need abortions. He is also disputing the meaning of "White Nationalism". Then, John interviews author Lorissa Rinehart about her book - "First to the Front: The Untold Story of Dickey Chapelle, Trailblazing Female War Correspondent". Next, Dr. Tracy Pearson returns to talk about the DOJ reversing course on defending Trump in the E. Jean Carroll defamation case, the two grand jury panels that were picked in Georgia's Fulton County Superior Court signaling potential indictments for Trump in the 2020 election meddling probe, and Trump asking a federal court in Florida to postpone their criminal trial in the classified documents case, saying they are just too busy. They take a call from Stephen in Kentucky. Then winding it up - Dr. Pearson gives her take on Tommy Tuberville.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John today discusses Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg's war over the dismantling of Twitter and the new social media platform linked to Instagram called "Threads". Then he interviews financial educator and economics guru Kyla Scanlon on Gen Z in the Workplace. She explains the economy, inflation, and the stock market so you can actually understand it. Next, comedian Rhonda Hansome joins them in studio at Sirius XM to celebrate her birthday. They chat about current news and take calls from Trucker Steve about Disney movies and Aaron in Texas about right wing ideology. Finally, Rhonda and John discuss the refusal of reparations for the Tulsa Race Massacre. Rachel from L.A. calls in about Jack White trashing celebrities that cling to Trump and Bruce in California calls in to trash Trucker Steve's hypocrisy.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 debates the decision of President Biden to send cluster bombs to Ukraine. He takes a call from Beachside Bill in Orlando on cluster bombs and box babies. Then, he welcomes back democratic strategist Max Burns to discuss Rudy Giuliani losing his law license, the Ron DeSantis campaign and anti-gay ad, and the legal problems of Donald Trump. Next - John in Missouri, Phil in California, and Pastor John in Connecticut call in about cluster bombs, Ron DeSantis, and voter suppression. Then wrapping it up, John interviews the host of The Decoding Fox News Podcast - Juliet Jeske. They talk about what Fox News does and doesn't cover: Hunter Biden and the cocaine at the White House, the global heat record, and Trump's indictments.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John interviews Rep. Sara Jacobs (D-CA 51) and they discuss abortion issues. Then he speaks with Florida state Rep. Anna Eskamani. They chat about how to fight Governor Ron DeSantis' divisive laws in her state.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 his appearance on NewsNation's Dan Abrams Live TV show. He was the only liberal voice on this panel and he gives an overview of the topics discussed and how they reacted to his point of view on Ron DeSantis, President Biden, The Supreme Court, AR -15s, and Donald Trump. He takes calls from Donna in Connecticut on Kamala Harris and Riley in North Carolina on racism. Then he interviews Renee Graham - the Associate Editor for The Boston Globe's Op-Ed Page. They talk about the mother and daughter Georgia poll-workers; Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss; who were finally exonerated after being targeted by Donald Trump in his "Big Lie". Next, John welcomes back Angelo Carusone, President and CEO of Media Matters. They discuss the new Instagram APP called "Threads". Then, it's Thea Harper's Minority Report which talks about Climate Change and how it disproportionally affects minorities.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 mixed bag of stories. First he talks about the backlash after a bag of cocaine was found at the White House. Other topics include: Trump's lawyer who tried to overturn the 2020 election retiring; Twitter limiting posts you can read; the hottest day on record; and Lyndsey Graham getting booed during a rally in his own state. He chats with Jeff in L.A. about the Supreme Court ruling allowing discrimination against gay people. Then he interviews Jess Bidgood, the Senior National Political Reporter for the Boston Globe's Washington Bureau about the Mom's for Liberty Conference and their attack on LGBTQ kids. He plays a clip of President Biden talking about teachers and Bill from New Jersey calls in. Then closing it up - John welcomes back John Nichols, National Affairs Correspondent for The Nation. They discuss how Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers used veto power to extend school aid for 4 centuries; the recent biased SCOTUS rulings, and who will run for president in 2024.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John again has 2 great interviews for the holiday. First, he interviews Pennsylvania Congresswoman Susan Wild. They discuss the Childcare for Working Families Act and Pre-School Programs; insulin pricing caps; Republicans threatening to cut Social Security; and campaign finance reform. Then John welcomes the political historian at Vanderbilt University - Professor Eli Merritt. They talk about the political turmoil during the beginnings of our country and his new book "Disunion Among Ourselves: The Perilous Politics of the American Revolution".See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John has 2 interesting interviews for the holiday. First he welcomes back American history writer Kenneth C. Davis and they discuss the history of the 4th of July and how it is being distorted by corrupt Republican politicians. Then he interviews forensic accounting expert and documentarian Dr. Kelly Richmond Pope. They discuss her new book "Fool Me Once: Scams, Stories, and Secrets from the Trillion-Dollar Fraud Industry" which is described as a riveting look at the perpetrators, victims, and whistleblowers behind financial crimes.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.