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D. Knight is the host of the Pardon the Insurrection Podcast. Topics: The Tennessee Three and what may happen as a result; Fox "news" is going through some things; D weighs in on Frank Luntz's advice to Republicans who want to primary Trump (you will laugh); why we both prefer Spoutible over the current Twitter alternatives and we both had a good laugh at Matt Taibbi's expense. All...

Skyleigh is a disabled U.S. Army Veteran- Working in Activism in every corner needed, continuing the fight for democracy. Skyleigh talked about her service and then we had a good 'ol conversation about our current political landscape: why we shouldn't depend on one group of voters to "save us"--all of us need to fight for democracy; batshit GOP is digging its own grave; MAGA family...

Allison Gill is the CEO of MSW Media, She's the host of Mueller, She Wrote, Jack, Clean Up on Aisle 45 and The Daily Beans podcasts. She's a veteran, Ph. D., and a former federal government executive, she’s a comedian, author, and staunch advocate for the resistance. Topics: The importance of last night's Wisconsin election; Pence won't appeal a court ruling compelling him to testi...

Actress and author Kiersten Warren returns! Her new book I wish I were an Ocelot: Adventures of an Essential Kitten was released last month and she joins me to talk about it! We also chatted about her acting career, Kirk's (her husband's) latest role on Star Trek: Picard, family life, and lots more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.co...

The marvelous Sarah Wood is back. We talk politics first: Trump incitement watch; fascist GOP antics, what it feels like to be a liberal woman in today's America, and what the country's future holds. After we talked shop, we had some fun discussing what we do when we're not working. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Andrew Lawrence is the Deputy Director of Rapid Response at Media Matters for America. He watches Fox News so you don't have to. Topics: It's Indictment Watch week and Andrew weighed in on how he thinks it will all go down. We talked about how indictments will affect the MAGA base and leaders in the GOP. Andrew also explained how the Dominion suit against Fox is doing real damage to the br...

Craig Bierko has been acting for decades. Some of his most notable films include Cinderella Man & Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas. TV: Sex and the City, Murphy Brown;  Law & Order; Mad About You. stage: The Music Man; Guys and Dolls and Company. Craig entertained us with stories from his fascinating career. He shared his experience of being in the stage productions of Matilda the Musical an...

Chris Hahn is a progressive pundit and the host of the Aggressive Progressive.  He also hosts a syndicated radio show and works as a  political consultant and attorney based in New York. He has made numerous national television appearances on a variety of political, pop culture and public policy topics. Topics: How the Fox defamation lawsuits will affect journalism long term; Trump indictments are...

Brian Karem is a White House Columnist and his latest book is titled Free the Press: The Death of American Journalism and How to Revive It. He's a political analyst for CNN and hosts the "Just Ask The Question" podcast. Topics: The First Amendment/Fox and how the Dominion lawsuit affects all journalists--what should be done and what it could all mean; Trump's 2024 run and why Brian...

D. Earl Stephens is the author of "Toxic Tales: A Caustic Collection of Donald J. Trump's Very Important Letters."  He's the former managing editor of Stars & Stripes, a Navy vet, and a prolific writer. Topics: Why Georgia should be the place to hold the Democratic National Convention; GOP is so extreme, they risk turning off most of the country; why the Wisconsin Supreme Court...

Plastic Martyr is a transgender activist, singer, actress and model. We discussed her career as an entertainer; what it's like to be a trans woman in the US; details of her transition; some fun and not-so-fun stories from her life; the benefits (and side effects) of HRT and so much more! Such a wonderful conversation! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https...

Christopher Bouzy is a serial entrepreneur, software engineer, political maven and he’s the founder and CEO of both Bot Sentinel and Spoutible.com. We talked about Spoutible.com: the haters, the awesome user experience, and the misconceptions based on the BS attacks. Chris answered some of the recurring questions about the site including when the app will be available and what other features to lo...

Vivicca A. Whitsett is an actor, comedian, talk radio host, writer, cancer survivor and brazen hussy! Vivivva shared her cancer story and how she must isolate because of COVID. We also chatted about what it's like being a tall woman in the entertainment industry; the casting couch; white privilege; white supremacists; the CA Senate race; and so much more. Vivicca has a wonderful and humorous p...

David Pepper returns! He's the author Laboratories of Autocracy: A Wake-Up Call from Behind the Lines and he's the former chairman of the Ohio Democratic Party. Topics: David described what Democrats got right in 2022 and what still needs attention (hint, hint: state legislatures); the danger MAGA extremists pose and how to combat them; Why Trump could dominate the 2024 primaries; how to f...

Steve Pierson, Host of the How We Win podcast is a California Democrat running for State Assembly. As someone who's worked in the entertainment industry for decades, Steve uses the talents he acquired to be an effective, compassionate communicator. He also brings with him experience as a grassroots organizer and activist. Steve shares what made him run for office, as well as the issues he'...

Writer/Director Jay Arnold is back on Valentine's Day! Topics: GOP has been wanting to phase out Social Security for decades; Democrats are following Biden's lead on the SS debate; Dems are finding their stride; there are a number of young Democrats who will stand the test of time; Spoutible is getting easier and easier to use and Jay and I describe our experience on the site. All that and...

Ben Cohen of The Banter Substack is back! Topics: The impact of MAGA behavior over the next two years; Biden is incredibly impressive; GenZ will save democracy; new social media sites are popping up and we discuss the possible impact of moral, fair social media CEOs and more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Simon Rosenberg was the lead strategist for the DCCC when Democrats flipped the House in 2018. He is the founder of New Democrat Network (NDN.org) and the New Policy Institute, a liberal think tank, and advocacy group based in Washington DC. Topics: Simon encourages all of us to be information warriors--that we shouldn't wait for anyone else to counter the right's extremist BS. He describe...

Cliff is back! Topics: George Santos' (name unconfirmed) connection to a Russian oligarch leads us to believe he is bought and paid for by those who want to kill democracy and fascist GOP does nothing; Republican leaders are literally wishing Donald would drop dead because they're too cowardly to do anything change the party; Nikki Haley is running in 2024 lol, and Trump might run third pa...

Steph is back! Topics: The brutal killing of Tyre Nichols is a tragic reminder we have to overhaul the system; gun culture; some personal stuff and Spoutible is almost here! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Cheri Jacobus is back and after we talk about our love for Sex And The City, we launch into a conversation about politics: Garland; rule of law; the extreme right members of Congress; McCarthy is weak but dangerous; new Twitter alternative is coming (Spoutible), and much more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Rachel Vindman is an American-based writer and the co-host of the "Suburban WOmen Problem" podcast She's married to Alexander Vindman, retired U.S. Army, Lieutenant Colonel, and she's an all-around cool person. Topics: George Santos (if that's his real name) stole money from a veteran who was crowdfunding money to care for his sick dog (the dog died), pictures are surfacing of...

Sarah returns! Topics: Chaotic GOP in disarray for the next two years; smoking is once again allowed in offices in the Capitol; the"freedom caucus" are domestic terrorists; 2 Dems kept us from passing voting rights and a rant on the men who expect women to RT them with no ask or even a friendly hello. All that and more. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out:...

Amanda is back and our thing! We are both talkers! Topics: COVID and the variants (sounds like a band-haha); lottery over $1 billion; Garland is taking a LONG time; (white) women make YouTube videos of themselves "Extreme Cleaning." Amanda and I talk about how that holds up the patriarchy and lots more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircl...

Bob Cesca (my boyfriend) is back! We asked YOU to tell us your assumptions about us as a couple and we responded to your replies. Find out why refrigerators are so important to us and what inspires us about each other. Lots of fun and no politics (kinda). Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy