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Wednesday night as bombs were falling on Ukraine, Sen. Cruz was partying hard with Trump at Mar-a-Lago along with other GOP senators, having already sabotaged Biden's efforts against Putin. Dr. Eric Feigl-Ding opines on the rumor if it is true that we won't need a 4th Covid-19 booster? The Brave Ukrainians & Russians Who Are Speaking Out & Being Arrested or Killed. Who is Ketanji Brown Jac...

And here we are. This is one of those hinge points in history, a moment people remember other events in the context of “before” and “after” that moment. Trump Sides with Putin - How Could We Have had Such a Sorry Piece of Crap, like Trump as President? We Can't Look Away From Ukraine. Is China Taunting Taiwan as the Ukraine Invasion Begins or Are They Next? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/...

The situation in Ukraine is complex and the outcome is unknowable, but potentially world-changing for free nations and the world itself. Why Victor Orban & His Buddies at Fox News Are Supporting Russia. Plus, Truckers are invading DC. In Good News - A New Covid vaccine shows 100 percent efficacy against severe disease and hospitalizations. Professor Richard Wolff - What Will Be the I...

This debate about how humans should govern themselves is the real battle of our time, both metaphorically and literally, both internationally and right here at home. How Do We Stop a Trump Race War? Thom asks Rep. Joe Walsh, the host of "White Flag w/Joe Walsh." Also joining the show is David Cay Johnston, Investigative Journalist and author of The Big Cheat: How Donald Trump Fleeced Ame...

As Putin makes his move in Ukraine, what is the right response? Is is time to shoot the big gun of the crippling sanction threat? Callers respond. Debate!! Conservative pundit Julio Rivera Vs Thom - What's wrong with a "No Fly" list for dangerous passengers? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

In the US, the government sector is around 20-22% of our economy, while in other countries, such as Denmark, it is higher. Is the US on the right side, or should the government be bigger? And how much control should a government have?  Libertarian Economist & President of The Market Institute, Charles Sauer joins Thom to debate. Also, Crazy Alert! The Right Wing wants Salem...

Representative Mark Pocan from Wisconsin joins Thom for a National Progressive Town Hall with listeners for the first thirty minutes. Then Thom shares insights on the new "smart" home devices that are, in reality, data thieves attaching themselves to us and our homes like blood-sucking parasites. Callers share unique stories of UFO encounters and poltergeist phenomenon. See Privacy Polic...

Conversation with Great Minds: Jonathan M. Katz, author of 2 books including his latest, Gangsters of Capitalism: Smedley Butler, the Marines, and the Making and Breaking of America's Empire. The Horrible Lesson Rightwing Radicalism Has Taught America Unmasked. If we can’t stop this disintegration of trust in America & the ability to reform and make our government work for all p...

the racist politics that flow from it are poison in the bloodstream of our republic. Bishop William J. Barber, II joins Thom on the Voting Rights Mobilization Tour just kicked off (2/14) and will culminate in DC on 6/18. A former GOP operative says, The fear is the point," in the Florida republican's "don't say gay bill." The GOP law is responsible as almost 40% of mail-in ballots being rejected i...

Professor Richard Wolff - The Economic Impact Of a War in Ukraine or Taiwan? What would be the economic and real world impact on institutions, markets and average working people of a major military conflict somewhere in the world, for example, Ukraine or Taiwan? Deep dive with Johann Hari on his new book "Stolen Focus: Why You Can't Pay Attention." See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/priv...

There are 3 factions: Trump, DeSantis-type neofascists who want to replace Trump, and Cheney/Kinsinger “conservatives” who just want to go back to supporting big corporations and rich people. Who will win? Manufacturers claim just about all eggs will be "cage-free" soon. Will it mean less cruelty? Call Your Members of Congress about DCEs - How the GOP is Coming for Medicare again. A new...

There is an active movement within the United States trying to start a civil war -- and we have two and a half years before the 2024 election to put this country back on track. When should mask mandates end?  Can only white guys kneel?  Is canceling student debt the key to reviving America? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art1...

Following a 16-year bet Republicans laid down in 2006 to block Postal EVs, DeJoy just told Biden to go screw himself: he’s going to buy fossil-fuel vehicles for 90% of the fleet instead of electric. Interim Executive Director of Our Future West Virginia, Kathy Ferguson explains what BBB means to West Virginians. And CA Rep. Ro Khanna holds a national progressive town hall meeting with ca...

Chair of the Wisconsin Democratic Party, Ben Wikler - "Stop the Steal" Trumpster candidates gone wild in WI. Crazy Alert! Racist Trump Advises Joe Rogan To Stop Apologizing For Using the N-Word. Trump Removing Documents Should Be An Easy Prosecution!! Jamie McLeod-Skinner - Oregon: A Corporate Blue Dog Dem vs Rural Progressive Dem. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and...

Is the internal war for the Republican party a sign of the end of the G.O.P.? Or will the American oligarchs succeed in ending capital-D Democracy in the United States? Also- why are Republicans taking over school boards? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Alaska has rejected a challenge to protect the environment on constitutional grounds. Will groups like Our Children's Trust succeed in legal attempts to fight climate change. Activist Julie Olson thinks they can. Also- can Portland activists replace a conservative Democrat with a Progressive one? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/pri...

Why are most Americans disconnected from the wealth creation of the digital economy? Author and Progressive leader Ro Khanna joins Thom to discuss the big idea in his latest book. What are Ro Khanna's solutions for creating a more inclusive nation? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Nixon's "War on Drugs" continues to terrorize Americans. It's time to drive a stake through this 50-year-old legal monster that has killed so many Americans for no good reason.  How "freedom" Is terrorizing Canada - Who's freedom is it?  Crazy Alert: You won't believe what sea serpent sightings actually may be. Whoa!!!! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Califo...

As more details emerge of Trump's failed plans to steal the 2020 election, will we be able to prevent it from happening in the future- or will the billionaire right succeed at dismantling Democracy as we know it? Plus - what does Thom make of the situation in Ukraine? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info...

Activist Aaron Brown wants you to start a freeway revolt in your town! Does expanding freeways actually create more congestion while it also worsens climate change? Also, Thom's listeners engage on a wide range of topics. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Football coach Brian Flores is no longer keeping quiet about the NFL’s fraudulent attempts at diversity. Boston Globe Sports Reporter Gary Washburn joins Thom for a look at the situation. How can the NFL be reformed?  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

How will the midterm elections be affected by the battle raging within the G.O.P.? And, as job numbers show a rebounding economy, is the mainstream media treating Joe Biden fairly? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Reagan's policy of starving education & cranking up student debt has made US banks piles of money, but stopped generations of young people from starting businesses, having families & buying homes. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Economist Richard Wolff shares his predictions for the economic and political consequences of raising interest rates- what can we expect? Plus- Progressive Congressman Mark Pocan takes calls on many topics- Will any part of Build Back Better get passed? How is Congress trying protect our supply chain? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.co...

Trump pulls a Stalin in seizing the voting machines. How the "Moral Panic" of Critical Race Theory morphed into a book-banning frenzy. And why a disparate group of billionaires, Republican politicians, televangelists, media outlets, and white supremacist militias have found common cause around a new and exciting moral panic. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priva...