The Lean to the Left Podcast

Reagan vs. Trump: the Myth, the Cult, the RealityCheck out Bob's new book, Hijacked Nation: Donald Trump's Attack on America's Greatness, now available on Amazon.com. Barnes & Noble and other outlets. Paperback: $11; Hardcover: $24. Digital version also available. Here's a direct link: https://amzn.to/4eK8ghZIn this episode, Reagan vs. Trump, we explore the anticipated policies of the Trump admini...

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Ranking the PresidentsIn this episode, the host discusses the concerns and expectations surrounding the new Donald Trump administration. The guest, Talmadge Boston, a renowned presidential leadership historian and author of 'How the Best Did It,' delves into the timeless lessons of leadership from America's top eight presidents: Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln, both Roosevelts, Eisenhower, Kennedy,...

Courage in Tragedy: Confronting Alex JonesOn December 14, 2012, Robbie Parker's six-year-old daughter, Emilie, was tragically killed in the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting. In this episode of Lean to the Left podcast, Courage in Tragedy, Robbie shares his deeply emotional journey of coping with the immense grief of losing his daughter, the harassment his family faced from Alex Jones and his...

In honor of Veterans Day and all of those who have served our country, we are presenting today Paul R. Lawrence, who’s written a new book, Veterans Benefits for You. It’s a terrific resource to help veterans who want help maximizing the veterans benefits that they deserve. In his book, Paul R. Lawrence, former Under Secretary for Benefits in the Department of Veterans Affairs, provides an up-to-da...

Sabotaged! Donald Trump is wasting no time sabotaging the U.S. government that he’s supposed to lead. With the nominations of Robert F. Kenney Jr. as secretary of Health, and Matt Gaetz as attorney general, he’s shown absolute disdain for the American people byunqualified loyalists in the most sensitive and important positions. Kennedy, who once had a brain worm and battled drug addiction, has spe...

Unveiling the Mind of a Master Storyteller: An Interview with David BaldacciJoin us on the Lean to the Left podcast as we welcome David Baldacci, renowned author of over 40 bestselling suspense novels. In this episode, we delve into Baldacci's latest book 'To Die For' featuring the character Travis Devine. Baldacci discusses his process of character development, the rigorous research that goes int...

A GOP Insider's Election Analysis 2024In this episode of the Lean to the Left podcast, host Bob Gatty interviews Jamie Miller, former Executive Director of the Florida Republican Party and veteran of the 2000 George Bush campaign, for an analysis of Donald Trump's 2024 defeat of Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential election. They discuss a variety of topics including demographic v...

The Price of BaconTrump's supporters, who unfairly blamed Joe Biden for the increase in grocery prices and other products following the pandemic, put the price of bacon and other foods ahead of potentially losing many important freedoms under the presidency of Donald Trump. Aside from the trepidation that many feel because of Trump's election, perhaps the saddest aspect is that more than 71 millio...

The Dixie Dems Trump Election ResponseIn this special post-election episode of the Lean to the Left podcast, the Dixie Dems offer a response to Donald Trump's election nationally and in South Carolina, Georgia, and North Carolina. Host Bob Gatty discusses the disappointing results and the continuing battle for democracy with Arthur Hill, vice chair of the Brunswick County North Carolina Democratic...

Election Countdown: Insights from the Dixie DemsJoin Bob Gatty and guests Arthur Hill and Robert Thompson in this special election countdown episode of the Dixie Dems on the Lean to the Left Podcast. 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. The discussion in this episode provides insights into key ba...

I want to let you know that our new book, Hijacked Nation, Donald Trump’s attack on America’s greatness, reveals details of the harm posed by the Republicans’ Project 2025, a manifesto for a potential Trump administration. You can learn more at leantotheleft.net/books, so check it out. Meanwhile, here’s a great little video about Project 2025 that I thought I’d pass along. Learn more about your ad...

Navigating Racial Myths: A Conversation with Steve BrighamJoin us on this episode of 'Lean to the Left' as we address the pressing issue of racism in America with white author and racial equity consultant, Steve Brigham. Drawing from his book, 'It's Never Been a Level Playing Field: Overcoming Eight Racial Myths to Even the Field,' Steve shares his 35-year journey dedicated to dismantling racial m...

Join us as we explore the pivotal 2024 presidential race between Donald J. Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, and discuss the question of who Black males will support when the go to the polls. Our guest, Jamarr Jabari, a supporter of the Party for Socialism and Liberation, sheds light on the complexities of the election, the role of swing states, and the critical importance of community organ...

Examining Evil: Episcopal Priest Calls Trump the Anti-ChristIn 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 Donald...

American Democracy at RiskJoin 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. Ref...

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 citize...

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 d...

Laughing Through Politics: The Rise of Congressman CurlyIf 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 EducationIf 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 insi...

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 her o...

Trump on the Defense: Harris Gains MomentumIf 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, Kapl...

The Harris-Trump DebateIf 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, including...