The John Fugelsang Podcast

John speaks with actress, comedian, and singer Ana Gasteyer. They talk about the film "Mean Girls", her time on Saturday Night Live, and her new sitcom on NBC "American Auto". Then he chats with Scottish actor Alan Cumming. They discuss his work including "Hamlet, the Maniac in Accidental Death of an Anarchist", his decision to return his OBE (Office of the Order of the British Empire) Award...

 In this episode - John discusses Biden's speech at the National Prayer Breakfast and the reassignment of Rep. Ilhan Omar as the House voted to remove her from the powerful Foreign Affairs Committee. Then he welcomes back constitutional law and politics teacher at Brown University - Prof. Corey Brettschneider. They talk about Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ latest attack to plan to block DEI p...

 John discusses Ron DeSantis’ latest attack to plan to block DEI programs in state colleges which comes on the heels of a ban on an AP course in African American studies in high schools. He also talks about the many racists thing he has done in the past. Then he chats with political commentator Bob Cesca about Trump, Tyre Nichols and Star Wars movies. Next he takes calls from attorney Ma...

In today's podcast - John discusses the beginning of the Trump and Biden presidential campaigns for 2024. Also the many legal challenges Trump is now facing. Then he interviews former Army prosecutor, and NBC News/MSNBC legal analyst Glenn Kirschner about all things in Trump. Next he chats with comedian Natalia Reagan and she once again gives up another edition of "Sh!t You Can’t Say". T...

Today John discusses the GOP establishment vs. The Base and the many charges that could be brought against Trump including campaign finance fraud from him paying Stormy Daniels hush money and 2020 election tampering charges in Georgia. Then he interviews author Jeff Guinn about his new book “ WACO: David Koresh, the Branch Davidians and a Legacy of Rage ”. Next comedian Rhonda Hansome joins the cr...

Today John discusses the police body cam footage of the beating of Tyre Nichols in Memphis which ultimately led to his death and the newly released body can video of the beating of Paul Pelosi. Then he welcomes journalist and author Brian Karem to the show and they talk about Tyre Nichols, Ron DeSantis, and Donald Trump. Next John interviews New York Times bestselling author, national speaker...

John again returns back to the past reminiscing about his friendship with David Crosby. As the world remembers this legendary artist, we share some past interviews showing David's passion for politics, music, and his insights for the future. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

In this episode - John talks about who will win the election for RNC chair and the witch hunt of Bill Barr and John Durham for the beginnings of the Russia investigation. Then he chats with Prof. Corey Brettschneider about new social media regulations and other current news. Next he interviews Dr. Jason Nichols who is a senior lecturer in the African American Studies Department at the Univers...

 John talks about Facebook and Instagram letting Trump back on the platforms. He also talks about the pope calling on all Catholics to welcome LGBTQ people into their churches. Then he chats with actor, blogger and political commentator Bob Cesca on what's happening in political news. Next John takes calls from listeners Rachel in L.A. and Brian in Oregon. And finally, New York...

Today John runs down the latest numb-nuts on the fresh 2023 edition of "The Dick List". Then he chats with TV's Frank Conniff on Oscar nominations and the top movies of 2022. Next Lee Papa AKA The Rudepundit comes back and John discusses current politics with him. And finally he interviews political & cultural analyst Dr. Tracy Pearson on the recent California mass shooting...

 John today discusses the arrest of former NY FBI head of counterintelligence Charles McGonigal who worked secretly for Oleg Deripaska to investigate a Russian rival and helped Trump win the election in 2016. Then he interviews Lizz Winstead, founder and chief creative officer for Abortion Access Front which is a team of comedians, activists, writers, and producers that us...

Today John talks about the increasing legal problems Trump is accruing after a judge accused him of being vexatious and fining him and his attorneys for frivolous lawsuits saying he is a mastermind of strategic abuse of the judicial process. Next he speaks with Amy Littlefield, journalist for The Nation Magazine about the 50th anniversary of Roe v Wade. Then he interviews attorney Rachel Laser who...

John flashes back to the past remembering his friendship with David Crosby. As the world morns his passing, we share some recent interviews showing David's passion for politics, clever wit on the fly, and insights for the future. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

John looks back and remembers his friendship with musician David Crosby as the world morns his passing. Then he talks with Prof. Corey Brettschneider about new revelations in the SCOTUS leaked draft opinion which ultimately overturned Roe vs Wade plus they talk about Brazilian revolts and presidential document scandals. Next he interviews Dr. Jason Nichols - senior lecturer in...

John today talks about Kevin McCarthy and the debt ceiling scammers. Then he talks Star Wars and politics with director, producer, writer, actor, blogger and political commentator Bob Cesca. Next he interviews author Daniel Olmes on sobriety and Dry January. They discuss his new book is "Memoirs of an Ordinary Guy". And lastly Comedy Daddy Keith Price jumps in and they joke about Ge...

John gives a monologue on the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. and how Ron DeSantis blocks voting rights. Then he interviews author Jared Yates Sexton about his book “The Midnight Kingdom: The History of Power, Paranoia, and the Coming Crisis”. Next he welcomes back comedian Lee Papa AKA The Rude Pundit and they talk about current politics. Then finally political analyst and re...

John pokes fun at Trump after a federal judge rejected his motion to dismiss a civil sexual assault lawsuit against him and released the transcripts of his deposition. He also explains the differences between the 2 stolen document cases of Biden and Trump and he takes calls from Harry in Texas, and Sean in California. Next he interviews Raphael Sbarge about his documentary “Only in Theaters”....

In this special holiday episode; John celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King Day with 2 interviews. First he talks with New York Times bestselling author, national speaker, and public historian Jemar Tisby about Dr. King and his books " The Color of Compromise: The Truth about the American Church's Complicity in Racism " and " How to Fight Racism: Courageous Christianity and the Journey Toward Racial J...

In this special podcast John interviews novelist, non-fiction writer, TV show creator, and comic book author Brad Meltzer about his new book " The Nazi Conspiracy: The Secret Plot to Kill Roosevelt, Stalin, and Churchill ". Then he interviews actress and former model Cybill Shepherd about her new movie " How to Murder Your Husband: The Nancy Brophy Story " - which is airing on Lifetime. See P...

In this episode John talks about the death of Lisa Marie Presley and the death of older GOP smears. He then compares the Trump and Biden document scandals. Next he chats with political science Professor Corey Brettschneider about the document scandals and other current politics. Following this he interviews civil rights leader and social impact investor Ben Jealous and they talk abo...

John talks about the death of Jeff Beck and the many lies of Rep. George Santos who refuses to step down after being called out.  Then he talks with director, producer, writer, actor, blogger and political commentator Bob Cesca about current politics and stolen documents. They take some calls from listeners. Next he interviews Mickey Huff from ProjectCensored. Org. And finally Comed...

John talks about recent good and not-so-good news including new congressional committees, stolen presidential documents, and climate change. Then he talks about different media issues with Angelo Carusone, president of Media Matters for America. Next comedian, broadcaster, and scientist Natalia Reagan joins the show once again with more Sh!t You Can’t Say. And finally, Lee Papa AKA...

John discusses the new House Rules Package which gives more power to individual members, allows for aggressive investigation of the Biden administration on issues such as COVID-19 and the southern border; and makes it more difficult to increase federal spending.  Then he interviews Wired reporter and author Steve Silberman. They talk about politics and his new book " The Legacy...

In this episode - John watches the TV as the battle to elect a new House speaker enfolds. Then he talks with Eric Ward from the Western States Center. Next he interviews Trevor Higgins who is the Vice President of Climate Policy at The Center for American Progress. And finally he discusses with Chris the possible outcomes of the CHAOS on the House Floor and watches TV as it happens...

In this episode John plays clips from House Republicans as they try to elect a speaker. Then he talks about it with listeners and takes calls from Paul in New Jersey, Bruce in California, and Dean in L.A. Then Sean in California calls in to discuss the comedy of the GOP infighting and Cheryl in Michigan likens this to the election of the Pope. Jeff in L.A. talks about the kindness of Ronald Reagan...