The John Fugelsang Podcast

In this episode John talks about the GOP blocking reasonable legislature protecting women's rights to get a safe, legal abortion. And he projects what will happen if Trump announces he will run for the presidency again. Next he interviews Corey Brettschneider about the recent SCOTUS decisions and the January 6th committee revelations. Finally he takes calls from Ken in Virginia and Brian in Oregon...

John discusses the many denials that a 10 year old girl was raped in Ohio then traveled out of state to get an abortion. Then John chats with Comedian John Poveromo about comics having to navigate social media and always supporting centrist democrats. Next John Poveromo joins John as they talk to callers Bruce in California and David in Nevada about the 10 year old who was raped. Finally he speaks...

John gives an overview of the 7th January 6th committee hearing. Next he speaks with Journalist Amanda Marcotte on Biden’s reaction to Roe being overturned and more. Then he interviews Author Malcolm Nance on insurrection v. terrorism and his new book “They Want To Kill Americans: The Militias, Terrorists, and Deranged Ideology of the Trump Insurgency”. Then wrapping it up he takes a cal...

In this episode John discusses Biden's accomplishments and the ageism that plagues his presidency. He then chats with comedians Irene Bremis, Frank Conniff & Ronnie Marmo on ageism in the media and the role of comedy in today’s climate. Next he talks about Trump, the Jan. 6th hearings, and 2024 presidential race with the panel. Following that a lightning round of the Unpopular Opinion gam...

John talks with comedians Gianmarco Soresi and Jim Mendrinos on current politics including abortion bans, the latest job report, and the worst of the GOP. Then they talk with Trucker Steve about abortion. Next John asks what unpopular opinions Gianmarco Soresi and Jim Mendrinos have. Then finally they talk to Jim in Michigan on criticizing Biden and the importance of criticizing to foster change....

In this episode John talks about the resignation of British Prime Minister Boris Johnson. Then he speaks with comedian Leighann Lord about mass shootings and gun control. Finally he takes calls from Sela in Texas, Scott in Virginia, Mitch at Kent State, Roger in Queens, and Elizabeth in Texas. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privac...

John compares IRS scandals of the past and present and discusses the GOP's hypocrisy on investigations from the IRS. Next he talks with Brian Karem about Politics and the Press. Then he speaks with Nida Khan on the need to shift Democratic messaging. Then wrapping it up he chats with caller Dave from Santa Fe.       See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/pr...

John invites a roundhouse discussion on the need for a new Biden/Dems game plan before the midterms to get more people to vote. He then speaks with Lindsay Schubiner, Director of the Western States Center's Momentum Program on countering white supremacy and the group Patriot Front. Next Keith Price joins in and they chat with Dave in Pittsburgh, Frank in Georgia, Beachside Bill in Florid...

John discusses America’s connected tragedies over the 4th of July Weekend.  He then interviews John Nichols of The Nation talking current events and politics. Lastly he takes calls from Mary in Manhattan. Marsha in San Diego, and Bill in New Jersey. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

John talks about philosophy, Stanley Kubrick and the upcoming season of Stranger Things with legendary actor Matthew Modine. Next he interviews Tom Petty's daughter Adria Petty about her father and her new project featuring newly released music from the Everly Brothers. Then winding it up he chats with Andrea in Colorado about women's health and Ilene in Georgia about people switching parties. See...

John talks with Historian Kenneth C. Davis about how current events have come full circle and the beginnings of the 4th of July and the Declaration of Independence. He then talks to directors Dan Geller and Dayna Goldfine about their new documentary: Hallelujah: Leonard Cohen, a Journey, a Song. To close it up - John chats with Bill in New Jersey and Adam in Tennessee. See Privacy P...

In this episode John talks about the high demand for abortion-inducing pills and the back tracking of republicans after the Supreme Court overturned Roe V Wade. He also talks to callers about Cassidy Hutchinson and Ron DeSantis. Next he interviews Rusty Anderson - guitarist for hundreds of "A" list musicians and currently in Paul McCartney's band. (The interview includes his new single Fire Fly)....

John talks about the Good, Bad and Batshit crazy decisions of The Supreme Court PLUS a special Seussian poem about the SCOTUS written by John. He also takes a call from Louie in Florida. Next he interviews actor and director Matthew Modine. Finally he takes calls from Rich in Denver and Sela in Texas.     See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy No...

In this episode John talks about the states that are immediately taking away safe legal abortions and the hypocrisy of the GOP. Then he speaks to Kayla Gogarty of Media Matters on anti-LGBT group Moms for Liberty. Finally he takes calls from Aaron in Pennsylvania and Linda in Iowa. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sel...

John discusses the revealing testimony of Cassidy Hutchinson in the latest January 6th committee hearing. He then speaks with Allison Gill author of @MuellerSheWrote and host of the Daily Beans podcast. Then closing it up he takes calls from Victoria in California and Dave in Washington.   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://...

John talks about the latest Supreme Court ruling allowing prayer in schools and the end of safe legal abortions in red states. He then speaks with a panel featuring comedians Talia Reese, Scott Blakeman and Todd Montesi on current events.  Finally he chats with Rolando in Southern California, Steven in Kentucky, and Jay in Northern California. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com...

John discusses the Supreme Courts ruling to overturn Roe v Wade. Next he Francis Callier and Angela Shelton aka Frangela duo about the SCOTUS decision and more. Then he talks with Prof. Anthea Butler from the University of Pennsylvania Dept. of Religious Studies about the ramifications of the SCOTUS ruling. Finally he chats with Writer and Activist Lauren Rankin. See Privacy Policy at https://art1...

John reviews and highlights some clips of the January 6th Select Committee hearings and ponders on some Trump comments about it at a recent GOP rally with comedian Leighann Lord. He then takes calls from Sela in Texas, Charles in Miami, and Dave in Pittsburg. Next he interviews Frank Santopadre the Emmy-winning writer of award shows, talk shows, roasts, and Co-host of "Gilbert Gottfried's Amazing...

John talks about the takeaways from the January 6th Select Committee hearing and the recent SCOTUS decisions to take away the rights of Americans. He then chats with Theodore R. Johnson author of “When The Stars Begin To Fall”. Then wrapping it up he takes calls from Laura in Florida and Earl in California.      See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Californi...

John discusses the current bipartisan gun safety bill in congress and the proposed federal gas tax suspension by President Biden. He then has a talk with Bob Cesca on recent political topics and the January 6th committee hearings. The to wrap it up he chats with Linda in Iowa and Sean in California. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19...

John talks about the Texas Republican Convention and the latest instalment of the January 6th Committee Hearings. He then speaks with Rev. Barry Lynn on politics and the separation of church and state. Finally he takes calls from Doug in North Carolina and Greg in Ohio. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

John talks about John Cornyn's attempt at sensible gun control legislation and the fanatical GOP that continues to block it. He then chats with Brian Ray the current guitarist in Paul McCartney’s band. Finally he takes calls from Mark in Maryland and Ed in Pennsylvania. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-in...

John reviews comments and gives a summery of some of the highlights from the January 6th Committee hearings. Next he interviews actress, producer, radio host, singer, podcaster, and author Marilu Henner. Finally he takes calls from David in Nevada, Norm in Tampa, and Richie in Los Angeles. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do...

John discusses the rumors of Lauren Boebert being a sex worker and having abortions. Next he takes a call from Kim in New York. John then talks with Ryan Britt the author “Phasers on Stun!” a book about Star Trek. Finally he chats with Bryan in Oregon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

John reviews the revelations of the second January 6th Committee hearing. He then talks with Juan Gonzalez of Democracy Now! On the latest edition of his book, “Harvest of Empire”. Finally he takes calls from Bill in Pennsylvania and Milton in Miami. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .