The Lean to the Left Podcast

Examining Evil: Episcopal Priest Calls Trump the Anti-Christ In this thought-provoking episode of the Lean to the Left podcast, host Bob Gatty speaks with Dr. Matthew Fox, an Episcopal priest and author of 42 books, about his latest work, 'Trump and the MAGA Movement as Antichrist.' Here's a direct link to that book: https://amzn.to/3Ue7DVB. They explore the controversial connections between Donal...

American Democracy at Risk Join us for an engaging discussion with best-selling author Jeffrey Archer as he returns to the Lean to the Left podcast. Archer dives into his latest novel, 'An Eye for an Eye,' which features a gripping plot about a rare copy of the Declaration of Independence. He also shares his admiration for Thomas Jefferson and how U.S. politics have influenced his storytelling. Re...

Are You the Enemy from Within? In perhaps his most direct threat yet, Donald Trump said on Fox News last week that the U.S. military should be used on Election Day to handle what he called “the enemy from within,” whom he identified as “radical left lunatics.” Trump said America is filled with "some very bad people...radical left lunatics," and his threat to use the military against American citiz...

If you enjoyed this episode, please like and subscribe! We have many more thought-provoking discussions lined up that you won't want to miss. In this episode, we dive into the pressing issues of political divisiveness and hostility in the United States. Amid increased threats against political figures and talks of civil unrest, author Lyle Greenfield joins the discussion to explore potential solut...

Is Another Fake Election Scam Ahead? If you enjoy this episode, please like and subscribe! We have many more thought-provoking discussions lined up that you won't want to miss." In this episode, we explore the potential political and legal ramifications of the 2024 election with guest David Moskowitz, a veteran trial lawyer and author of 'Fake Elector Playbook, Lessons for the 2024 Election.' The...

Laughing Through Politics: The Rise of Congressman Curly If you enjoy this episode of the Lean to the Left podcast, please like and subscribe! We have many more thought-provoking discussions lined up that you won't want to miss. Now, join us on 'Lean to the Left' as we welcome guest Tony Zorc, a former independent presidential candidate turned comedian, who is now performing as 'Congressman Curly....

Championing Change in Education If you enjoy this episode of the Lean to the Left podcast, please like and subscribe! We have many more thought-provoking discussions lined up that you won't want to miss. In this episode, we discuss the upcoming November 5th elections in the United States, focusing on the critical role of school board elections with candidate Michelle Green from Horry County, South...

A Prescription to Fix Mental Health in the U.S. If you enjoy this episode of the Lean to the Left podcast, please like and subscribe! We have many more thought-provoking discussions lined up that you won't want to miss. In this episode our guest is clinical psychiatrist Dr. Alice Feller, author of 'American Madness: Fighting for Patients in a Broken Mental Health System'. Dr. Feller shares her ins...

Empowering Women in Politics 👍 If you enjoy this video, please Like and Subscribe!! We have many more thought-provoking discussions lined up that you won't want to miss. ________________________ ABOUT THIS VIDEO: Erin Vilardi, founder and CEO of Vote Run Lead and Vote Run Lead Action, discusses women's representation in politics and challenges that they face as candidates. Vilardi explains how he...

Trump on the Defense: Harris Gains Momentum If you enjoy this episode, please like and subscribe! We have many more thought-provoking discussions lined up that you won't want to miss." If the election were today, Vice President Kamala Harris would defeat former President Donald Trump by about five points, according to Doug Kaplan, president of the national polling and political consulting firm, Ka...

The Harris-Trump Debate If you enjoy this episode, please like and subscribe! We have many more thought-provoking discussions lined up that you won't want to miss. Join the Dixie Dems as they analyze the fiery Harris-Trump debate on the Lean to the Left podcast. Bob Gatty of South Carolina, Robert Thompson of Georgia, and Arthur Hill of North Carolina, discuss key moments from the debate, includin...

Understanding the 9/11 Generation Commemorating the 9/11 attack on the World Trade Center, we discuss its impact on Gen Z with Matt Warshauer, author of 'Creating and Failing the 9/11 Generation, available at https://amzn.to/3XnBDPH. Warshauer, a history professor at Central Connecticut State University, delves into how 9/11 influenced America's youth, U.S. policies, and international relations. W...

Dixie Dems discuss the Georgia school shooting tragedy, gun control, and Kamala Harris' surge. If you enjoyed this episode, please like and subscribe! We have many more thought-provoking discussions lined up that you won't want to miss. In this powerful episode of the Lean to the Left podcast, hosts Arthur Hill, Robert Thompson, and Bob Gatty delve into the tragic Appalachee High School shooting i...

Understanding Project 2025, A Threat to American Democracy Let's keep the conversation going! What are your thoughts on the issues discussed in this episode? I’d love to hear your opinions in the comments. And, if you enjoy our content, please subscribe to the Lean to the Left podcast. In this episode, our goal is to increase understanding of 'Project 2025,' a threat to American democracy and a co...

Confronting Outrage: A Conversation on Media and Polarization Thank you for tuning in! I'm passionate about bringing progressive voices to the forefront, and I hope our discussions inspire you to think critically about the issues we face today. Join us on the Lean to the Left podcast with David Beckemeyer, a tech veteran and host of the Outrage Overload podcast. Together we discuss the pervasive i...

One Nutcase Joins Another Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., the man who had a parasitic worm in his brain , tried to get Kamala Harris to give him a job in her new administration, has dropped out of the presidential sweepstakes and is backing another nutcase, Donald J. Trump. They deserve each other and make a great match considering that Trump, while his brain apparently is worm-free, is about as wacko as...

Racial Capitalism and America's For-Profit Prisons with Dr. Robin Bernstein Thank you for tuning in! I'm passionate about bringing progressive voices to the forefront, and I hope our discussions inspire you to think critically about the issues we face today. In this episode of the Lean to the Left podcast, we discuss America's ongoing struggle with racism and racial capitalism in America's for-pro...

Kamala Harris, Trump and Woke Politics Thank you for tuning in! I'm passionate about bringing progressive voices to the forefront, and I hope our discussions inspire you to think critically about the issues we face today.  In this episode of the Lean to the Left podcast, host Bob Gatty engages with Richard Pellegrino, author of 'I'm Not White, One Man's Journey from Whiteness to Oneness,' and foun...

Could Civil War Make a Comeback in a Divided Nation? In this episode, our guest is a conservative author who envisions a second civil war that takes place nearly 40 years in the future. I believe in the power of dialogue to drive change, so If you enjoyed this episode, please like and subscribe! We have many more thought-provoking discussions lined up that you won't want to miss. In this episode o...

I am Woman: A Call to Action for Womens Rights We present a new version of "I Am Woman," the 1970s-era Helen Reddy masterpiece that's been adapted for the 2024 presidential campaign. If you enjoyed this episode, please like and subscribe! We have many more thought-provoking discussions lined up that you won't want to miss. In this powerful episode, Connie DeJuliis and Donna Lent discuss the impact...

The Hidden Influences on Journalism: From CIA to Corporate Bias In this episode, we explore the unseen forces shaping modern journalism. Dan Luzadder, a seasoned journalist known for infiltrating controversial and secretive organizations, reveals a network of CIA influence on media and the push to protect powerful interests in both business and government. We delve into the perplexing realms of mi...

Why Hasn't the GOP Stood Up to Trump? If you enjoy this episode, please subscribe and drop us a comment or two. Remember to check back with us as we focus on important political developments and the key social issues that face us all.  In this episode of the Lean to the Left podcast, we welcome author and University of California professor, Kristen Monroe, to discuss her latest book, 'Politics, Pr...

Kamala Harris Ignites the Democratic Party In this Dixie Dems episode of the Lean to the Left podcast, hosted by Bob Gatty, of South Carolina, the discussion focuses on President Biden's historic decision to step aside and endorse as his successor Vice President Kamala Harris. Don't miss this informative and often hilarious discussion that focuses on how Kamala Harris ignites the Democratic Party....

Defeat Project 2025 This quick video invites you to check out a new series of articles on our Lean to the Left blogsite that analyze the key components of the GOP's Project 2025 and what they would mean to our country. The articles take apart this maniifesto by the Heritage Foundation, which has been embraced by the RNC and which was essentially copied and pasted into the Republican platform. Whil...

In this episode of the 'Lean to the Left' podcast, host Bob Gatty interviews J.D. Mass, author of "Race for What? A White Man's Guide to Healing Racism from Within." They discuss J.D.'s journey growing up in a diverse neighborhood, his experiences with racism, and his involvement in anti-racist groups. The conversation delves into J.D.'s transformative book, which outlines seven steps to heal raci...