The John Fugelsang Podcast

Exclusive Interviews recorded at the DNC. John speaks with former congressman from Illinois and former 2020 Republican presidential candidate Joe Walsh. Then, he jokes with social media influencers and content creators: Brooklyn Dad Defiant and Jojo From Jers about the impact of the DNC and the surge of the Harris/ Walz campaign.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Joe Sudbay is still in for John while he is on vacation. He discusses Tim Walz and Kamala Harris’ first sit down interview since becoming the democratic presidential nominees and the Army saying a Trump aide pushed aside an Arlington National Cemetery employee during a wreath laying ceremony. Then, Joe speaks with Democrat & political newcomer Tim Stringham on his run for Maricopa County Recorder. Next, he welcomes FWD.us Executive Director Zoë Towns to discuss how views on crime, safety, and justice are shaping both the election and how candidates stand to benefit politically by recommitting to safe and effective criminal justice reforms. Then wrapping it up, Joe chats with Comedian Jonny McGovern and they talk about the attacks on the LGBTQ community.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Joe Sudbay continues to fill in for John this week. He talks about the controversy and altercation between the Trump campaign and cemetery officials at Arlington National Cemetery during a wreath-laying ceremony marking three years since the Abbey Gate bombing in Afghanistan. Then, he speaks with Split Ticket partner Lakshya Jain on 2024 electoral data and studying previous elections. Next, Joe interviews the co-host of Weekly Skews - Mark Agee on Jack Smith's superseding indictment against Trump and the incident at Arlington National Cemetery. Then lastly, he chats with listeners and then Content Creator John Russell about his invigorating speech at the DNC.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Joe Sudbay is again filling in for John. He talks about the GOP attempting to suppress votes and change the voting laws to their favor. He also discusses the new superseding indictment on Donald Trump and the upcoming presidential debate on ABC. Then, he speaks with former Atlanta City Council Member Cathy Woolard on filing a complaint against Republicans on the state elections board. Next, Joe interviews activist Dani Cook on Trump's superseding indictment, the Harris-Walz interview set for this Thursday, and the looming 2024 election. And then wrapping it up, comedian Keith Price returns to talk with listeners and discuss the reaction of Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson on Trump’s immunity ruling, JD Vance thoughts on IVF, and the projections for the 2024 presidential election. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Joe Sudbay is guest hosting for John while he is on vacation. He recaps the events at the DNC and looks ahead to the election. He also plays a clip put out from the Harris campaign of Trump chickening out of the planned ABC debate. Then, he interviews Journalist Meredith Shiner on her latest piece in The New Republic “Beware the Pundit-Brained Version of the Democratic Convention”. Next, Joe speaks with the Founder & CEO of Pacifica Strategies - Murshed Zaheed on VP Kamala Harris’ speech and the American dream. And finally, he chats with listeners who reflect on their favorite moments at the DNC and the building blue wave as we head for the 2024 election. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, John plays clips of Kamala Harris' speech at the DNC and JFK Jr's big drop out speech where he endorses Trump. Then, he interviews author, journalist, and director of the Combating Kleptocracy Program with the Human Rights Foundation - Casey Michel. And wrapping it up - John welcomes back TV's Frank Conniff to chat with the Evil Army of the Night about the DNC, pop culture, and the candidates in the upcoming election.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Exclusive Interviews recorded at the DNC. John speaks with CEO of DoSomething.org - DeNora Getachew, former Alabama Governor Don Seigelman and his son Joe Seigelman, Democratic congressman from Virginia - Don Beyer, and host of The Daily Beans and Mueller She Wrote podcasts - Allison Gill.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John is broadcasting again in Chicago for the final night at the DNC. He chats with fellow Sirius XM Host Michelangelo Signorile about Kamala Harris' amazing speech. Then, he interviews  political analyst for CNN - Brian Karem, and National Affairs correspondent for The Nation and associate editor of The Capital Times - John Nichols. Then winding it up, John chats with Michelangelo Signorile and takes calls from listeners about Kamala's poise and Trump's reaction.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John is broadcasting again in Chicago at the DNC. He opens with guest co-host Nayyera Haq talking about the upcoming speakers and performances. Then, he interviews former Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm, Biden adviser Stephen Benjamin, fellow Sirius XM Host Thom Hartmann, and Democratic congressman from Wisconsin - Mark Pocan. Then closing it up, John chats with Nayyera about the energy of the crowd and the amazing speeches of the night.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John is broadcasting again in Chicago at the DNC. He opens with California Governor Gavin Newsom casting votes for Kamala Harris. Then, John interviews former White House Chief of Staff under Barack Obama - Bill Daley, Democratic Political Strategist (and daughter of Nancy Pelosi) - Christine Pelosi, and the former Governor of Virginia - Terry McAuliffe. Then, closing it up, he chats with Sirius XM Host Michelangelo Signorile about the amazing speeches.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John is broadcasting in Chicago at the DNC. He opens with the surprise walk on from Vice President Harris. Then, A PODCAST EXCLUSIVE: John interviews president of EMILY'S LIST Jessica Mackler and congressman Glenn Ivey of Maryland. And wrapping it up, he takes calls from listeners on the energy and clarity of President Biden's speech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John is in Chicago getting ready for the DNC. His monologue is about Trump rehiring disgraced employees Kellyanne Conway and Corey Lewandowski to help with his campaign staff and having Tulsi Gabbard act as Kamala to help Trump with debate prep. Then, he takes calls from listeners on religion, racism, and Republicans. Next, John Nichols of The Nation returns to discuss the 2024 candidates and interesting political happenings in Wisconsin. Then finally, TV's Frank Conniff is back to joke with John and listeners about pop culture and the upcoming election.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, John plays clips of Tim Walz on the campaign trail and he jokes with listeners about the recent blunders and lies of Trump at his rallies. Then, he brings in the one and only Comedy Daddy - Keith Price to join the fun and they talk with the Evil Army of the Night about pop culture and the candidates in the upcoming election. Next, John interviews Brian Tyler Cohen and they talk about his new book "Shameless: Republicans' Deliberate Dysfunction and the Battle to Preserve Democracy". And winding it up, he welcomes back author, screenwriter, and lecturer - Professor Lawrence Ross Jr. who is universally recognized as an expert in the field of African American fraternities and sororities. They discuss Kamala Harris, Barack Obama, and the history of prejudice towards Black people in politics.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This time, John talks about Biden striking a deal with pharmaceutical companies to reduce the costs of 10 drugs for Medicare users. He also plays clips of Kamala Harris and Joe Biden at their first joint event on the campaign trail and Trump's extremely bizarre press conference at his golf club in Bedminster New Jersey. Then, he speaks with political scientist Dr. Rachel Bitecofer on the strategy of both political campaigns. And then, John welcomes Simon Moya-Smith and Julie Francella back for their Native Voices Segment. They chat about Native legends, indigenous stereotypes, and answer questions from listeners about myths and traditions of Native Americans.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today's monologue features confusing clips of Trump veering off topic every few minutes at his "Economic Plan" rally in North Carolina. John notes Trump is still trying to work out his jabs and slams on Harris and Walz. Then, the amazing Bob Cesca returns to joke around about the 2024 candidates and pop culture. Next, it's another great roundhouse discussion on religion and politics with The God Squad. And closing it up, legal analyst Dr Tracy Pearson once again joins John to chat with listeners on Trump's legal problems and other issues.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today - John discusses the confusing, mind numbing interview of Trump by Elon Musk on X. Then, he speaks with political affairs analyst David Rothkopf on Trump and other news. Next, Democratic Strategist Ameshia Cross returns to talk about Trump and the upcoming election. And finally, John chats with listeners about current news and issues.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today - John talks about the religious hypocrisy of the GOP and how they are trying to accuse Kamala Harris of being an atheist. Then, he interviews Lindsey Cormack who is is an Associate Professor of Political Science at Stevens Institute of Technology. Next, John talks with listeners about current events and plays a clip of Karine Jean-Pierre explaining what President Biden will do at the DNC. Then wrapping it up, he welcomes back comedian Rhonda Hansome to chat it up with listeners about current news and the upcoming election.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John revisits his conversation with YouTube sensations Penn and Kim Holderness AKA "The Holderness Family" about their new book "ADHD Is Awesome - A Guide to (Mostly) Thriving with ADHD (Which Is a Terrible Name, by the Way)" and then he interviews host of the Nuclear Reactor Next Door podcast - Roger Rappaport. They discuss a bid to re-start a nuclear power plant in a small-town in Michigan, what this means for the rest of the country, and the fight to stop it.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John interviews Democratic congresswoman Debbie Dingell who has been the U.S. representative for Michigan's 12th congressional district since 2015. She is the widow of John Dingell, her predecessor in the seat, who holds the record as the longest-serving member of Congress in U.S. history. Then, he interviews Democratic congresswoman Judy Chu who is serving as the U.S. representative for California's 28th congressional district. She has held a seat in Congress since 2009, representing California's 32nd congressional district until redistricting. 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 monologue, John marks the 50th anniversary of Richard Nixon's resignation and he scrolls through the many blunders, misleading statements, and lies of Trump at his crazy press conference at Mar-a-Lago. Then, he welcomes back political journalist and the creator of TransLash Media - Imara Jones to talk about Kamala Harris, Tim Walz, and the Olympics. Next, Simon Moya-Smith and Julie Francella return for their Indigenous Voices Segment and they chat about Native American activist and Minnesota Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan who will become governor there if Tim Walz becomes Vice President. And rounding it out, John speaks with progressive media powerhouse Matt McNeil to discuss Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, VP Kamala Harris, and President Joe Biden.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.