We're Still Here with Simon and Julie

We're Still Here with Simon and Julie

This time, Simon Moya-Smith and Julie Francella talk with John about Route 66, Native food as medicine on the TV show CHOPPED, & what’s really behind the headlines from Oklahoma to Berkeley. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

YOU'RE FIRED! Who's next? Ladies First! (Looking at You Tulsi)

This time John delves into the big bets people are making on who Trump will fire next. He certainly lives up to his tag line. Next, he talks about Trump's indictment of the Southern Poverty Law Center, an organization that has dedicated itself to fighting hate and extremism. He stresses the need to support such institutions, especially as they face increasing scrutiny and attacks from those in power. Then, he's joined by journalist Wajahat Ali. They discuss the current political landscape, the implications of Trump's recent actions, and the importance of holding those in power accountable. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

The Election is Always Rigged Unless Republicans Win

John's monologue in this episode: after voters in Virginia chose a Democrat-led voting district map, a Republican judge woke up and said “not on my watch.” Apparently, the fate of the midterms will be determined in the courts. Then, he discusses Amnesty International's annual report, "The State of the World's Human Rights". Spoiler Alert - USA gets a failing grade and there are calls for resistance in this pivotal moment for humanity. Then, John welcomes the return of Bob Cesca and they chat about redistricting, the midterms, and Trump's tariff refunds. Next, Dillion Naber Cruz of The God Squad joins the show to talk about the evils of White Christian Nationalists. And closing it up, legal analyst Dr. Tracy Pearson speaks with John and listeners about SCOTUS and Trump's courtroom issues. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

Tucker Puckers, Pete Cheats, and Don Cons

In this episode, John discusses Tucker Carlson's recent apology for helping Trump get elected, framing it as a strategic move rather than a genuine act of contrition. He argues that Carlson's shift in tone is more about rebranding than true repentance, a sentiment that resonates with many listeners who are skeptical of political motives. Then, he talks about the peace talks which have stalled between the US and Iran but Trump says he is extending his mythical deadline once again, hopeful Iran will come back with a proposal soon. John then delves into Pete Kegsbreath's decision to lift vaccine mandates in the military, a topic that has, of course, sparked heated debate. Next, he interviews Dan McClellan who's an award-winning public scholar of the Bible. They talk about his new book: "The Bible Says So". Then, John speaks with Richard Ojeda who's a former Army Major and former member of the WV Senate. He is the democratic nominee to represent North Carolina’s 9th District in the US House of Representatives, set to face off against Republican Richard Hudson this fall. And then rounding it out, "Comedy Daddy" Keith Price returns to joke with John and listeners about the latest political news and the hottest pop culture. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

Creeped Out, Sloshed Out, Labor Secretary Out, Black Out, Passed Out, Rat Out, Kash Out, Flame Out

John discusses  the  new story in the Atlantic which claims  Kash  Patel has had many  documented  incidents  of  intoxication  -  while  little  boy  Cash  was  serving  as  FBI  director,  and while  dreaming  of  one  day  being  a  real  live  bro,  dude. He then talks about another well-known drunk - Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer who facing allegations of misconduct and being drunk on the job, resigned from her cabinet role. Then, he welcomes back comedian Rhonda Hansome to discuss New York Governor Kathy Hochul and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's proposed a pied-à-terre tax, an annual surcharge on luxury residential properties in NYC valued at $5 million or more that are not the owner's primary residence. This proposal aims to target "empty mansions" and vacant luxury condos owned by wealthy absentee owners—often described as "safe deposit boxes in the sky"—to help close the city’s $5.4 billion budget gap. Then finally, Professor Corey Brettschneider joins the show to talk about the newly leaked Supreme Court shadow docket memos and a  federal  prosecutor  who was  working  on  the  investigation  into  former  CIA  Director  John  Brennan  just  stepped  away  from  the  whole  investigation,  apparently  over  concerns  about  the  legal  viability  of  the  case. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].