The John Fugelsang Podcast

This week, Simon and Julie joined John to unpack Trump’s latest dog whistles—first, his public push for Washington and Cleveland’s sports teams to revert to their former names, dismissing the harm those names caused Indigenous communities. Then, we dove into the controversy over the Trump-era Department of Homeland Security tweeting what appears to be a white supremacist slogan. We took a lot of p...

John discusses the premiere episode of South Park. After signing a $1.5 billion deal with Paramount, Trey Parker and Matt Stone roasted the president—and made fun of their own network’s settlement with Trump. He also talks about Deputy Atty General Todd Blanche spending most of the day interviewing Ghislaine Maxwell, whom House Republicans suggest should receive a shortened sentence for helping cl...

John discusses Tulsi Gabbard who used the White House Press Briefing to uncork her Obama/Russia conspiracy – accusing the former President of trying to preventing Donald Trump from winning the 2016 election. He also talks about President Macron of France filing a defamation suit against right-wing grifter supreme Candace Owens, who has repeatedly claimed Mrs. Macron was transgender. And speaking o...

John remembers the late great Ozzy Osbourne who passed away at the age of 76. Then, he discusses the House ending its session early for a month-long break. This decision comes after Speaker Mike Johnson reportedly lost control of the House Rules Committee and amidst Republican clashes over a potential vote on the release of Jeffrey Epstein files. And he talks about Trump selling a new version...

John talks about the laundry list of distractions Trump is desperately throwing at the wall to get people to stop talking about his long, close relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. Then, he interviews Carolyn Feinstein , who is married to ICEBlock developer Joshua Aaron. She had served as a forensic accountant at the DOJ’s Office in Austin, TX. Last week, Ms. Feinstein was abruptly fired and became...

John discusses Trump suing The Wall Street Journal and Rupert Murdoch over the release of his Birthday letter to Jeffrey Epstein. PLUS, Attorney General Pam Bondi saying she's asked a federal judge to unseal the Jeffrey Epstein grand jury testimony, following a panicked request from Pres. Trump. For his part, Trump ignored reporters’ questions about Epstein during a signing ceremony for the crypto...

Simon and Julie went live with John to explore powerful stories from Indian Country. They covered the Miccosukee Tribe’s lawsuit over “Alligator Alcatraz”; reflected on 80 years since the U.S. detonated the first nuclear bomb on stolen Mescalero Apache land; and discussed how Medicaid cuts threaten Native healthcare. They also highlighted the water crisis on reservations, where half of households...

John discusses the revelation that Trump wrote Jeffrey Epstein a birthday letter that had naked female doodles and a cryptic greeting. He also talks about the White House saying Trump is suffering from venous insufficiency, which they call a minor condition. The chronic swelling is caused by poor circulation, poor diet, poor cardiac health and a sedentary lifestyle. Then, he speaks with Dr. Mara E...

John talks about Trump attacked supporters and pundits in his base who refuse to give up an obsession with the truth about Jeffrey Epstein, calling them “weaklings” for believing a “bullshit story” he spent years grafting onto the conservative psyche. He also discusses Trump telling reporters he is NOT planning on firing Jerome Powell, despite reports he’d had a firing letter drafted and shown to...

John discusses Trump telling Texas Republicans to redraw their state congressional districts and make it so 5 Democratic seats vanish into a gerrymandered abyss. He also talks about House Republicans continuing to block efforts by democrats to force the release of files related to Jeffrey Epstein. Then, he speaks with Professor Corey Brettschneider and they analyze the Trump administration’s lates...

John talks about Trump's prayer luncheon at the White house and the many lies they told about the horrible ugly Budget Bill that recently passed. Then, he speaks with Democratic Strategist Max Burns about the missing Jeffrey Epstein client list and the illegal ICE immigration raids. And then finally, John chats with comedian Rhonda Hansome about Trump and other current news. See Privacy Policy at...

John talks about Trump nominating self described "Alpha Male" Nick Adams to be the Ambassador to Malaysia. He also discusses Trump's plans to host a UFC event next year on the front lawn of the White House. Then, he welcomes back TV's Frank Conniff to chat with listeners about TV shows, movies, music, and of course the dumpster fire politics of Trump and company. See Privacy Policy at https://art1...

 John interviews filmmaker Ken Burns about his documentary "The US and the Holocaust". See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

John discusses the ongoing struggle between the Trump Administration and the Catholic Church. Then, he interviews author Jane Borden about her new book "Cults Like Us: Why Doomsday Thinking Drives America". And then finally, John welcomes back Simon Moya-Smith and Julie Francella for their indigenous segment "We're Still Here". See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy...

John delves into the implications of recent Supreme Court rulings, the drastic budget cuts impacting federal agencies like NASA, and the alarming resurgence of measles in the United States. He explores the political landscape, highlighting the intersection of public health, immigration policies, and the ongoing challenges facing democracy. Plus, Bob Cesca, The God Squad, and Dr. Tracy Pearson See...

John discusses the news that the Justice Department and the FBI found no evidence that Jeffrey Epstein had a "client list" or that he blackmailed prominent associates. The findings contradict past statements from Attorney General Pam Bondi about an alleged list of Epstein clients. Then, he talks with Professor Corey Brettschneider about the troubling case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia and Trump's blatan...

John discusses the shifting blame by Republicans over the tragic flash flooding in Texas where the death toll is growing by the minute. The National Weather Service is defending it's flood warnings after sharp criticism from victims families saying there wasn't adequate personnel due to Trump and Elon's massive staffing cuts. Then, he speaks with Democratic Strategist Max Burns about Elon Musk and...

John interviews award-winning, print and broadcast journalist Bob Hennelly; Harry Freedman author of the book "Bob Dylan: Jewish Roots, American Soil"; civil rights activist Kimberly Smitherman who is a founding partner of Foot Soldiers Park; and comedian Trae Crowder on his new comedy special "Trash Daddy". See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at http...

For the holiday weekend - John interviews author and cinema historian Michael Koresky about his new book " Sick and Dirty: Hollywood’s Gay Golden Age and the Making of Modern Queerness" . Then, he speaks with Pennsylvania State Representative Jessica Benham about her disability activism and her work with LGBTQ+ Equality. She is the first openly LGBTQ+ woman and first openly autistic person elected...

John speaks about Independence Day with with Sazha Ramos - Sazha is a Navy Veteran and accomplished social worker with a decade of experience in behavioral health and the government sector. Then, he talks with editor of The Nation - Don David (DD) Guttenplan on their 160th anniversary issue entitled These Dis-United States which features 50 of their best writers and artists depicting local te...

John discusses Paramount joining the parade of media companies paying legal fealty to Donald Trump. The parent company of 60 Minutes will pay $16 million to cover legal fees and presidential library donations and will change its policy regarding political candidate interviews. Then, he chats with Bob Cesca about the "Big Ugly Bill" and other news. And finally John welcomes back legal analyst Dr. T...

John talks about the death of sex scandal laden, hypocrite, televangelist Jimmy Swaggart who passed away at the age of 90. And he also discusses the Senate which passed the big bloated budget bill along to the House of Representatives after JD Vance cast a tie-breaking vote. Then, he talks with professor Corey Brettschneider and they unpack the Supreme Court's dramatic ruling that weakens nationwi...

John discusses the Senate working late into the night to pass Trump's Budget Bill. He also talks about NC Sen. Thom Tillis announcing he will not seek re-election, choosing to leave congress and insulate himself from retaliation by MAGAworld. Then, he speaks with the National Affairs correspondent for the  Nation - John Nichols about his new piece called "Zohran Mamdani Proves That Power Belo...

John talks about the last final rulings for the Supreme Court - giving Republicans everything they want as it concludes its nine-month term ahead of a summer break. He also discusses the Senate pushing ahead to pass Trump's Big Beautiful Budget Bill which will sever nearly 12 million people from their health coverage. Then, he talks with Charles Derber,  Professor of Sociology at Boston Colle...

This week on "We're Still Here", Simon and Julie join John to talk about the 149th anniversary of the Battle of Little Bighorn—not as Custer’s Last Stand, but as a rare Native victory against invasion, where Lakota, Cheyenne, and Arapaho warriors defended their homelands and won. They also dig into the Trump administration’s latest move to strip protections from 58 million acres of national f...