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The John Fugelsang Podcast

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The John Fugelsang Podcast... a podcast about politics, religion and pop culture from the host of "Tell Me Everything" on SiriusXM Progress 127.

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00:37:10

We're Still Here with Simon and Julie

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/06/28

We're Still Here artwork by Julie Francella

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01:24:33

SCOTUS Gives Trump the Keys to a Steamroller

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/06/27

John discusses the Supreme Court striking a deadly blow to healthcare provider Planned Parenthood, ruling that states are entitled to withhold funding from the org and Medicare recipients do not have a right to choose them as a provider. He also talks about Trump holding a pep rally at the White House for his budget bill, which has been handed nearly daily defeats from the Senate Parliamentarian. Then, he interviews Kansas Rep. Sharice Davids. She is the first openly LGBTQ Native American elected to

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01:27:10

Republicans Freak Out Over Zohran Mamdani

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/06/26

John discusses the big win for progressive politics in New York as Zohran Mamdani stormed the first round of ranked choice voting, forcing Andrew Cuomo into a concession speech that now makes Mamdani the presumptive Democratic nominee for Mayor. Zohran will face off against a Republican challenger in November, plus whatever superPAC dark money is aligned against him by sore-loser centrists. Then, he chats with Bob Cesca about the latest news and pop culture. And finally, the God Squad returns to

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01:26:44

The Middle East Penis Measuring Contest that went...

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/06/25

John talks about the hinky excuses and double talking jive from Trump and company over the bombing of Iran without congressional approval. He also discusses the tight race in the New York City mayoral primary. Then, Professor Corey Brettschneider joins the show to talk about the Iran Attack and what the law says about war powers; plus, the recent Supreme Court rulings on deportations. Then finally, John chats with Rev. Barry Lynn. He's an ordained minister in the United Church of Christ who served

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01:26:09

Mind-Numbing Flashbacks of the Gulf War

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/06/24

John discusses Trump's decision to send missiles to Iran's nuclear sites without consulting congress... then immediately declaring victory the next day. He then interviews Shermin Kruse about her new book "Stoic Empathy: The Road Map to a Life of Influence, Self-Leadership, and Integrity". Next, John speaks with one of New York City’s Democratic Mayoral Primary candidates Michael Alexander Blake about what he can do for New York as mayor. And winding it up, comedian Rhonda Hansome is back to joke

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01:09:21

Juneteenth Special Interviews

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/06/23

For his Juneteenth Special - John interviews author and journalist Mark Whitaker. They talk about his new book "The Afterlife of Malcolm X: An Outcast Turned Icon's Enduring Impact on America". Next, he speaks with Nourbese Flint who is President of All* Above All and All* Above All Action Fund. They talk about All* Above All’s work to achieve abortion justice and build the political power of voters of color.  And finally, John interviews City of Charlotte Council Member Malcom Graham about his new

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00:41:10

We're Still Here with Simon and Julie

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/06/21

This week on We’re Still Here, Julie Francella and Simon Moya-Smith join John to reflect on Juneteenth and the deep, often overlooked history of Black-Indigenous solidarity—from Afro-Indigenous freedom fighters to interwoven kinship systems that resisted colonial violence together. They discuss Julie’s latest Substack post exploring the Seven Grandfather Teachings and Senator Mike Lee’s latest political maneuverings, while also taking thoughtful and inspirational calls from listeners. The

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01:20:35

Trump Blasts Juneteenth: "Too Many Non-Working...

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/06/20

John talks about Trump (who pledged to make Juneteenth a federal holiday during his 2020 presidential campaign) ignoring the holiday and complaining on social media that there are "too many non-working holidays". He also discusses NYC Comptroller and Democratic mayoral candidate Brad Lander who was roughed up and arrested by ICE agents at immigration court in Manhattan. Next, John interviews Jasmine E. Sessoms. She is the President of The 1968 Collective, the parent company of Center 1968 and Firm

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01:53:10

The Great MAGA Chasm: Bomb Iran or Kick the Can

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/06/19

The monologue today is two-fold. First, John talks about Trump continuing to loudly claim an Iran nuclear deal is still possible and then turns around to tease looming military action against the Islamic Republic. Then, he discusses the Supreme Court ruling in favor of Tennessee’s law banning gender-affirming care for transgender youth, in a 6-3 decision. After that, podcast star Bob Cesca is back to poke fun at the feud between Ted Cruz and Tucker Carlson over U.S. involvement in the Israel/Iran

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01:26:53

Why Weenies n Wimps Wage World Wars

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/06/18

John discusses Trump deciding whether to go to war with Iran or not. Meanwhile, the Pentagon has been moving large volumes of military hardware to the Middle East, including more than 30 fighter jets and at least a dozen “strato-fortress” logistics and refueling aircraft. Then, he welcomes back Professor Corey Brettschneider and they dive deep into the weekend's nationwide protests, Trump's escalating impeachable offenses—including his controversial actions involving due process violations and

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01:05:50

No Kings Brings Pings to Heartstrings and Stings...

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/06/17

John talks about the desperate attempt by Republicans to convince people that the man who shot 2 democratic lawmakers and their spouses in Minnesota - Vance Boelter - is actually a Democrat. He also discusses the epic failure of Trump's birthday parade and the overwhelming historic turnout across the world for "No Kings" day. Then, he interviews Dawn Huckelbridge. She is the founder of the Paid Leave for All PAC. She's spent her career in gender policy, political organizing, communications, and

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01:24:21

Inviting "Losers and Suckers" to Your Birthday Party

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/06/16

John discusses California Senator Alex Padilla being cuffed and forcibly removed from a press conference being held by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. He also talks about the big Trump birthday parade with troops and tanks honoring the draft dodger. Then, he interviews author Rob Edwards about his new book "Defiant: The Story of Robert Smalls" which is the first in a series of four comic books culminating in a groundbreaking graphic novel. It's the gripping tale of Smalls' daring escape

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00:41:12

We're Still Here with Simon and Julie

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/06/14

Julie and Simon join John to unpack the ICE raids in L.A.—why they’re not just an immigration issue but an Indigenous one. They dig into the disturbing forced removal of Senator Alex Padilla from a Kristi Noem event and what it says about power, race, and who gets silenced. They also break down the White House’s budget cuts to Tribal colleges, while the Yurok Tribe makes history reclaiming over 47,000 acres of stolen land. Plus, Julie shares the story behind her latest Substack essay and her online

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01:24:01

The Police State We Knew was Coming Has Arrived

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/06/13

John's monologue focuses on Sen. Alex Padilla who was forcibly removed and handcuffed at a press event held by DHS Secretary and unfortunate hat-wearer, Kristi Noem. He also discusses Trump's speech at Fort Bragg where he carefully selected good looking Republican officers to be in the audience cheering and jeering and obeying all his commands. Then, democratic strategist Ameshia Cross returns to speak about Israel striking Iran's nuclear sites and killing some top military officers. Also Trump's

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02:05:35

Honoring the Life and Music of Brian Wilson

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/06/12

John remembers legendary Beach Boys creator Brian Wilson who passed away at age 82. Brian was a pioneer in music, known for his creative control and use of the recording studio to create unique sounds. He also discusses Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth being grilled as he testified before the Senate Appropriations subcommittee on the armed forces. Then, he jokes with Bob Cesca about the lame excuses from Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt about their treatment of ICE protesters in L.A. and what proof

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01:38:12

The Price of Sending Ice Will Sacrifice Our Paradise

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/06/11

John talks about the continued ICE Protests and overreach from Trump. As 700 Marines enter Los Angeles, a federal judge has blocked Gov. Gavin Newsom’s emergency motion to stop Trump's deployment of thousands of national guardsmen. He also discusses RFK Jr. who fired the entire CDC panel tasked with providing vaccine guidance, calling the move a necessary step to restore trust in American medicine. Then he interviews Phyllis A. Coven who served as the seventh Citizenship and Immigration Services

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01:28:24

ICE Cruelty Created the L.A. Protests So Trump Could...

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/06/10

John remembers the life of musician Sly Stone who passed away at the age of 82. Then he discusses the clashes between Los Angeles protestors and law enforcement which is now into a 5th day - delighting Trump with TV shots to scare the rubes. At least 500 Marines have been deployed into Los Angeles, joining a large number of National Guard who are already on location with nothing to do. Then, he welcomes back legal analyst Dina Doll to give her perspective on the LA protests and the White House

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01:31:05

The Science of Silencing the Opposition

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/06/09

John talks about the ongoing breakup of Elon and Don. He also tells the story of Luka Strobel - a transgender man in South Carolina who reported experiencing harassment and being arrested after using a women's restroom at a bar. Despite having permission from the bar to use the women's restroom and having an ID that matched his gender marker, he reported being spied on, called anti-trans slurs, and forcibly removed from the bar. He was charged with public intoxication and disorderly conduct,

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00:40:43

We're Still Here with Simon and Julie

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/06/07

In this episode, Simon and Julie sit down with John to talk about the murder of Jonathan Joss, a two-spirit Indigenous actor who was shot and killed on his own property. They say he deserved better. This wasn’t just homophobia—it was also about race, and ignoring that - erases part of what made him a target. They also dig into the Department of Education calling New York’s Native mascot ban “discriminatory.” At the same time, the military is renaming ships that honored brave people like Harvey Milk

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01:31:59

A Sudden and Explosive MAGAverse Chasm: Feces Hits...

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/06/06

Dems can't eat enough popcorn as John jokes about the huge fight between Musk and Trump. Each of them own and operate their own social media network, and today they used those networks to bitch and moan about each other in an epic clash of douchebags. Trump threatened to pull Musk’s government contracts, Musk named Trump as part of the Epstein files and the sole reason for its delayed release. Then, he interviews John Della Volpe who is the Director of Polling at the Harvard Kennedy School's

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