The John Fugelsang Podcast

Joe Sudbay guest hosts for John and he talks about the failure of the GOP to elect a speaker of the House. Then he talks to Prof. Corey Brettschneider about politics and what might happen in the House of Representatives and who will become speaker. Next he interviews Dr. Jason Nichols who says the real lesson of the speaker chaos is that Trump is finished in the current GOP. Then finally...

Today again John pokes fun at Republicans failing to elect a speaker of the House. Then he interviews writer, speaker, organizer, activist, and podcast co-host Victor Shi on GOP infighting and what will happen in the House. Next he chats with director, producer, writer, actor, blogger and political commentator Bob Cesca on Trump's tax returns, the speaker confusion in the House, and Elon...

Today John gives a monologue about Republicans failing to elect a speaker of the House. Then he chats with Rev. Barry Lynn about the clown car of comedy happening in the House. Next he interviews New York Times-contributing writer Wajahat Ali and they discuss what will happen in congress. And finally he talks to anthropologist, primatologist, actor, producer, writer, host and comedienne Natalia Re...

John Interviews iconic actor Ron Perlman. They talk politics, some of his legendary roles and Ron's latest movie " The Last Victim ". Next John talks with Canadian writer, novelist, essayist, and cultural commentator Stephen Marche about the political divide in America, the design behind how January 6th played out, and the release of his latest book " The Next Civil War: Dispatches from the Americ...

John Interviews British-Swiss writer and journalist Johann Hari who has written for The Independent and The Huffington Post. They discuss his book " Stolen Focus: Why You Can"t Pay Attention - and How to Think Deeply Again" . Next he has an intimate chat with radio host, producer, screenwriter and actress Kelly Carlin - the daughter of comedian George Carlin. They talk about her work on the s...

In this special year end recap - John has a roundhouse discussion with Dr. Tracy Pearson and Dr. Jason Nichols on the crazy, heartbreaking, and triumphant stories of the past year and also predictions for 2023. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

John Interviews actor and voice-over artist Alan Tudyk. Next he has an intimate discussion with actor, playwright, screenwriter, singer, songwriter, producer and director John Cameron Mitchell. And last but not least John welcomes Roland Orzabal and Curt Smith of the legendary 80s band Tears For Fears. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.c...

More fun clips from the past month as John takes his Christmas Break this week. First John discusses Elon Musk and his poll about whether he should continue as CEO of Twitter. Then he takes a call from Tim in Chicago about a variety of current politics and Geri from New Jersey calls to discuss Trump's tax returns. Next he talks about the Georgia run-off election and how exhausting it was. Bill in...

More fun clips from Tell Me Everything as John takes his Christmas Break this week. In this episode, he talks about the passing of the National Defense Authorization Act. He then talks with Sean in California about being WOKE and what it means. Next Brian in Oregon calls in and he discusses "Tea-bagging" and Jack Smith predictions. Thea Harper joins the team with her Minority Report and she talks...

Flashback Week: While John is out for Christmas break we pull out some interesting clips from the past. John talks about the anniversary of Sandy Hook and remembers the victims of the tragedy. He then takes a call from Dave in Washington about the new breed of Republicans in America today. Then he ponders the increase in hospitalizations due to flu, RSV, and Covid 19. Next he takes a call fro...

Flashback Week: While John is out for Christmas break we pull out some interesting clips from the past. First John pokes fun at Kevin McCarthy who fails at lying with the big GOP boys then takes a call from Paul in New Jersey who talks up the virtues of Christianity. Then he interviews Allan Kozinn and Adrian Sinclair about their new book " The McCartney Legacy: Volume 1 1969 - 1973 ". Then l...

John talks about the great things President Biden has accomplished during his 2 years in office. Then he interviews Rachel Minor who is founder and CEO of Bellwether International - a nonprofit that responds to pre- and post- genocide communities that have experienced severe violations of freedom of religion or belief. And finally he tells a creepy Christmas story and takes a call from Jeff in Ill...

John looks back on the year that went by so quickly and also discusses the recent Dominion Voting Systems hearing where Fox news hosts admit they lied about election fraud on air. Then he interviews Prof. Corey Brettschneider on the January 6th Report and what will happen in the future for Trump. Next he chats with The Rude Pundit, Lee Papa about Trump and other current news. Then t...

John gives a monologue about the many lies on the resume of NY Rep. George Santos, the corrupt judge appointed by FL Governor Ron DeSantis, and Trump's newly revealed taxes. Then he interviews actor Sebastian Roche about his new hit “1923” on Paramount+. Next John welcomes political strategist Max Burns and they talk about Elon Musk and other current politics. Then finally John talks abo...

John discusses the GOP's ongoing "War on Christmas" which claims businesses are taking Christ out of the season by saying "Happy Holidays" instead acknowledging they are being inclusive to all religions.  Then John has a chat with award-winning investigative journalist Bob Hennelly and they talk about current politics and labor issues. Next John talks about Ukraine President Volodym...

In this episode John talks about the J6 Committee referrals and ponders what will happen to Trump. Then he talks with author, national speaker, and public historian Dr. Jemar Tisby about current politics. Next he takes some calls from Dave in Ohio and Rick in New Hampshire about Trump's investigations. Then Rhonda Hansome joins him and they talk about Trump and other news. Following that they...

John Interviews Ken Burns about his new film, "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 interviews Forbes staff writer Chloe Sorvino about her new book " Raw Deal: Hidden Corruption, Corporate Greed, and the Fight for the Future of Meat ". Then he interviews Paul McCartney's daughter Mary. They discuss her new documentary about Abbey Road Studios " If These Walls Could Sing ". See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/priv...

John discusses Elon Musk's Twitter massacre and Donald Trump's trading card con, talks with Professor Corey Brettschneider on the courts, chats with Dr. Jason Nichols on politics, and takes your calls. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

In today's podcast John gives a monologue on the yearend burnout from Trump, Covid, and other bad news. Then he talks with writer, actor, and political commentator Bob Cesca on Christmas, Trump's political future, and the newly released Mark Meadows texts. Next he takes a call from Cat in Texas on how to fight burnout and the future of energy. And finally Keith Price joins the crew and they t...

John discusses and celebrates President Biden signing the Respect for Marriage Act which guarantees federal rights of marriages in the federal code for same-sex and interracial couples. Then he talks with Jill Garvey, Chief of Staff for The Western States Center. Next he interviews journalist Wajahat Ali, who is a democracy-ish podcaster, on current politics. And finally he chats wi...

John discusses a new article in the New York Times which asks "Who will care for kinless seniors"? Almost a million older Americans are considered "kinless," with no immediate family members—a figure that is expected to grow in the future. John asks for us to reach out to them during the holiday season. Then he interviews Andrew Lawrence who is a senior researcher at Media Matters for America...

John discusses Arizona Senator Kyrsten Sinema's announcement that she is changing party affiliation from Democrat to Independent. Then he interviews Adrianne Shropshire of Black PAC on the Georgia runoff election and how they helped Raphael Warnock win re-election. Next he chats with Marc A Caputo of NBC News on Herschel Walker and other recent disasters including the very Nazi Thanksgiv...

In this special episode John interviews filmmaker, author, and actor Guillermo del Toro about his new stop-motion animated musical adaptation of Pinocchio. And then he interviews Professor William Forbath and Professor Joseph Fishkin - authors of the new book: " The Anti-Oligarchy Constitution: Reconstructing the Economic Foundations of American Democracy". See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/...

John discusses the hypocrisy of the GOP after the release of WNBA Star Britney Griner. Next he chats with Corey Brettschneider on the SCOTUS/ Moore v Harper case. Then he interviews author Stephen Bezruchka about his new book “Inequality Will Kill Us All”. And finally on the day of his death - thoughts on John Lennon and his murder. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Cal...