The John Fugelsang Podcast

The monologue today discusses the many breaking news stories including - the continued disarray in the House choosing a speaker; Michael Cohen testifying in front of Trump in the hush money case in Manhattan; and the flipping of other Trump lawyers in the Georgia RICO case. Also, the new reports of former chief of staff Mark Meadows getting an immunity deal for his testimony. Then, he talks with R...

The monologue in today's podcast focuses on Republicans voting to select a new speaker of the House. John also talks about the latest developments in the Israel - Hamas War. Then. he interviews the professor of history at the University of Alabama - Joshua Rothman. They discuss his new book " The Ledger and the Chain " which is the shocking story of 3 slave traders who built the largest and most p...

Plenty of laughs for John as he finishes up his stint in L.A. He welcome 2 comedy panels to joke about the news. First - he talks with actor, host, and comedian Natalia Reagan and film director, producer, and comedian Graham Elwood. They discuss the House with no speakership and the Israel - Hamas War. And they take calls from Marsha in San Diego on the protests for Israel; Drew in California on t...

Still broadcasting from Los Angeles - today John talks about Trump getting fined 5K for violating his gag order in New York and the House dropping Jim Jordan as their nominee after yet another vote for speakership has failed. Then, he welcomes his Hollywood Panel for a roundhouse discussion about Trump and the GOP: stand-up comedian and host of "Minority Reportz" - Mona Shaikh ; executive producer...

John's monologue today is a mixed bag: Jim Jordan has lost the vote again to become speaker of the House, President Biden has given an address to the nation asking congress to approve support for Israel and Ukraine, and Georgia RICO co-defendants Sidney "The Kraken" Powell and Ken "The Cheese" Chesebro have now pleaded guilty and will testify against Trump in the upcoming trial. Then, he welcomes...

Broadcasting from Los Angeles once again, the topic of discussion today is President Biden's trip to Tel Aviv to show support for Israel and offer financial aid to the Palestinian people in the Israel - Hamas War. John also ponders the confusion over who bombed the Ali-Ahli Baptist Hospital in Gaza. Then, he chats with podcast host Bob Cesca on the failure of the House to choose a speaker, the SCO...

The opening monologue today discusses the Israel - Hamas War with President Biden in Tel Aviv to show support. John also talks about Republican Rep. Jim Jordan failing once again to secure enough support in the House to win speakership. Then, he welcomes back Lee Papa AKA The Rude Pundit and they mull over the House without a speaker, the Biden trip to Israel, and the abandonment of the Palestinia...

John's monologue discusses the difficult and complex situation in Gaza with Hamas continuing to hold hostages in the war and Israel's week-long siege and aerial bombardment creating a humanitarian crisis in the region. He plays clips of President Biden discussing the war on CBS and explains there is no easy solution to the tragedy. Then, he talks with attorney Marie in Atlanta on the newest g...

This time John talks about the escalating Israel - Hamas War. He plays clips of President Biden's speech on the war and Secretary of State Antony Blinken's speech on the humanitarian crisis. He also talks about the House without a speaker and the potential speaker drop outs - Jim Jordan and Steve Scalise. Then, he speaks with journalist and author Brian Karem about the Republican civil war in the...

For the weekend podcast this time John chats with legal analyst Dr. Tracy Pearson. They discuss the Israel - Hamas War, how Trump is trying to capitalize on the war, and the latest crazy Trump campaign speech. They talk with Bill in New Jersey about Hamas and Netanyahu, Richie in Los Angeles on the Palestinians, and Mitchell in New Jersey on a humane solution to the conflict. Next, he takes calls...

John talks about House Majority Leader Steve Scalise dropping out of the speakers race after failing to secure enough support for his bid to succeed on the floor. He also takes a call from Sean in California and discusses the Israel - Hamas War and the recent anti-Israeli comments made by Trump. Then, John speaks with American foreign policy, national security and political affairs analyst Pr...

In today's podcast - John gives an update on the Israel/ Hamas War and he discusses the chaos in the House as Republicans fight over who will be the next Speaker. Then, he chats with actor and podcast host Bob Cesca on the brutality of Hamas and the politics of the war in Israel; the confusion in the House on who will be Speaker; and the latest annoying things Donald Trump has said. Next, John int...

Jon's monologue this time deals with "The Blame Game" for the war in Israel. Republicans are saying Biden caused the war by "funding the attacks" and dealing with Iran. Then, he interviews Professor of Sociology Charles Derber, on his new book “ Dying for Capitalism: How Big Money Fuels Extinction and What We Can Do About It ”. Next, he speaks with Michael Tomasky, Editor of The New Republic about...

In this episode, John discusses the war in Israel that began after Hamas launched a devastating surprise attack from Gaza. He points out the heart-breaking viewpoint from both sides of the conflict. Then, he welcomes back professor of political science Corey Brettschneider and they talk about the disaster of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the Israeli War, new cases coming to the Supreme Cour...

John discusses the latest news of the week including the House without a Speaker and the good news buried underneath the drama: the amazing September Jobs Reports that is leaving Republicans speechless. Then he welcomes back Democratic Strategist Max Burns. They chat about the prospective Speakers of the House, the dwindling Ron DeSantis campaign, and the latest in the Trump trials. And finally, l...

Once again, John welcomes journalist Simon Moya Smith and native activist Julie Francella. They discuss the tropes and culture of native Americans and the resurgence of Indigenous People’s Day. Plus he also interviews psychic medium, author, and television personality Matt Frazier. They talk about dark spirits, hauntings, religion, death, and his new book " We Never Die: Secrets of the Afterlife "...

John today discusses President Biden's decision to waive 26 federal laws in South Texas to allow for construction of 17 miles of additional border wall, saying Biden had no choice but to use the Trump-era funding for the barrier to stop illegal migration from Mexico. Then, he talks with Theresa in North Carolina on the border wall money appropriated by congress years ago, Sean in California on the...

Today's monologue is split between Trump and McCarthy. John talks about New York Judge Arthur Engoron who has issued a gag order and rebuked Trump after his social media post attacking his clerk. Trump then left the courthouse after claiming he was trapped there. He also discusses the ousting of Speaker McCarthy and the prospective replacements. Then, John welcomes back actor, director, and podcas...

John's monologue today focuses on the House voting to remove California Republican Kevin McCarthy from his position as speaker. Then, he interviews New Jersey democratic Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman and she tells why she voted to oust Kevin McCarthy and how she believes Republican policies do not support Ukraine. Next, he chats with New York Times bestselling author and Mother Jones Wa...

John's monologue this time is about all the latest news including: Gavin Newsom appointing Dianne Feinstein's seat to a Black lesbian, the attempt by Matt Gaetz to oust House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, and Donald Trump back in court in New York - this time on trial in a $250 million dollar lawsuit that should alter his personal fortune and real estate empire. Then, he interviews journalist Bob H...

Today - John looks back on the life and legacy of the late Senator Dianne Feinstein. Then, he interviews N.Y. State Sen. Gustavo Rivera about the heavy flooding in New York and the causes he is fighting for. Next, he takes calls from Laura in L.A. and Charles in Miami about Feinstein and Trump. And winding it up - he chats with political strategist Max Burns about current news including: Dianne Fe...

Special interviews for the weekend. John talks with Emmys award winning actor Keith David and model/ actress Selena Anduze about their careers and their new horror movie "From the Shadows". Then, he chats with English musician and the drummer of the rock band Radiohead - Phil Selway. They discuss his new album "Strange Dance". And finally, he speaks with a registered nurse who specializes in hospi...

John's monologue today: Show ponies in Congress! He discusses Trump at a Non Union Auto Worker Strike and the looming government shutdown. Also the fizzling Joe Biden impeachment inquiry. Then, he welcomes back John Nichols of The Nation. They talk about the UAW Strike, the WGA - AFTRA strike, and the Biden impeachment inquiry. He then talks with Elizabeth in Texas on religion and fake Christians....

This time John's monologue is about the second Republican presidential debates and Kevin McCarthy's looming government shutdown. He also talks about Trump lying about meeting with the UAW when he was not there and was not invited. Then, he chats with Bob Cesca about all the latest Trump campaign and legal news. John then talks with Catherine in Florida about the lack of homeowners insurance in her...

Today's podcast talks about President Biden joining picketing United Auto Workers in Michigan on the 12th day of their strike against major carmakers. John also jokes about a judge in New York finding Trump liable for fraud in a civil case and stripping him of his key New York Businesses. Then, he welcomes Carine Hajjar of the Boston Globe and they discuss Chris Christie's messaging and the outloo...