In this episode - John discusses President Trump pardoning the January 6th defendants. Then, he speaks with Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman who represents New Jersey’s 12th District. They talk about the Trump administration, Elon Musk gestures at the inauguration, and the importance of honoring MLK. Next, John interviews former capitol police officer Harry Dunn on Trump releasing the violent criminals who beat up cops. Then finally, comedian Keith Price is back and they chat with listeners about Trump’s executive orders and how Dems can get a majority.

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On this holiday - John honors Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. He discusses his inspiring speeches, the politics of racism, and his non-violent activism in the Civil Rights Movement. Then, he interviews Dr. Jemar Tisby who is a historian that studies race, religion, and social movements in the 20th century. They talk about the life of MLK Jr. and his new book "The Spirit of Justice: True Stories of Faith, Race, and Resistance". Next, John welcomes back the National Affairs correspondent for the Nation, John Nichols. They mull over Trump's first day in office and the chaos that will ensue. And then finally, comedian Rhonda Hansome returns to joke with the crew about Trump, GOP politics, and MLK.

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John's monologue is a triple decker. First, he discusses the attempt to ban the Chinese social media platform TikTok. Second, he talks about Biden saying the ERA is now law. Then third, he wonders why Trump's inauguration was moved indoors. John then welcomes back historian Kenneth C. Davis to talk about the history of inaugurations. And winding it up, TV's Frank Conniff returns to joke with the crew and listeners about current news and pop culture.

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John digs into the latest installment of "We're Still Here" with Simon Moya-Smith and Julie Francella. This time they discuss traditional indigenous names; the impact of Native American Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland, and whether President Biden will grant Leonard Peltier clemency. Then, John welcomes back comedian, actor, and director Hal Sparks to talk about the final "Sexy Liberals Save the World" tour stop which is this evening in Washington D.C.

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John gives a fond farewell to legendary filmmaker, visual artist, musician, and actor David Lynch. He also discusses Speaker Mike Johnson abruptly firing House Intelligence Chairman Mike Turner after he spoke out in favor of Ukraine and against Trump for stealing classified documents. Next, he welcomes back political strategist Max Burns to talk about current political news and the antics of Donald Trump. Then winding it up, John chats with listeners about their favorite David Lynch films and the foreboding, ominous feeling of the incoming Trump Administration.

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John discusses the Senate confirmation hearings for Trump's cabinet nominees and the Israeli ceasefire deal for the Palestinians in Gaza. Then, he jokes with actor and podcast star Bob Cesca about the confirmation hearings for Pam Bondi, Pete Hegseth, and Marco Rubio. And rounding it out, John welcomes back legal analyst Dr Tracy Pearson to answer questions from listeners on the incoming Trump Administration and the inauguration.

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In this episode - John talks about the fireworks in the Senate during Pete Hegseth's Defense Department confirmation hearings. Then, he speaks with Professor Corey Brettschneider about the newly released final report from Jack Smith on Trump's January 6th case. Next, John interviews history professor Bennett Parten on his new book "Somewhere Toward Freedom: Sherman's March and the Story of America's Largest Emancipation". And then lastly, he welcomes back Comedy Daddy AKA Keith Price to joke with listeners about politics and pop culture.

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The focus of the monologue this time is about the predictable MAGA backstabbing and infighting that's happening now including Steve Bannon, Elon Musk, and Vivek Ramaswamy. He also discusses the dangerous lies Republicans are spreading about the Los Angeles wildfires. Then, he welcomes back Anna Eskamani who represents the people of District 42 in the Florida House of Representatives. She has announced she's running for Mayor of Orlando. And rounding it out, comedian Rhonda Hansome joins the crew to talk politics with the Evil Army of the Night.

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John begins by discussing Trump's sentencing for his 34 felonies in New York. Then, he talks about the politics surrounding the L.A. wildfires. Next, he speaks with Imara Jones who is a political journalist and transgender activist - as well as creator of TransLash Media, a cross-platform journalism, personal storytelling and narrative project. They talk about the Pope allowing openly gay men to join the priesthood. And then, TV's Frank Conniff is back once again to joke with the Evil Army of the Night about Trump, Musk, Zuckerberg and other social media clowns.

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John talks with Simon Moya-Smith and Julie Francella for their "We're Still Here" segment. They discuss how native Americans are being blamed for the wildfires and talk about the blessings of President Jimmy Carter. Then John welcomes back Democratic strategist and Co-Founder and Partner at Blue Amp Strategies - Cliff Schecter to talk about Trump. He is an activist, best-selling author, podcaster, pundit and media advisor to candidates and causes.

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A flurry of news to go over today. First, John discusses the latest legal problems in the court cases of Donald Trump. Second, he talks about the historic funeral of President Jimmy Carter. And then he gives an update on the devastating wildfires in the Los Angeles area. John then speaks with Fernand Amandi who is a multilingual public opinion research and strategic communications expert. They talk about Trump's plans and the L,A, wildfires. Next, Rachel from L.A. calls in to tell her story about the wildfires there. And winding it up, John interviews novelist, non-fiction writer, TV show creator, and comic book author Brad Meltzer and they talk about his new book (co-written with and Josh Mensch) "The JFK Conspiracy: The Secret Plot to Kill Kennedy―and Why It Failed".

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