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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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01:27:42

A Lowdown Showdown to a Broke-down Shutdown

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/10/09

Democratic Strategist Max Burns guest hosts for John while he is on stage in Chicago for the Separation of Church and Hate tour. Max discusses the absurd Republican excuses for continuing the government shutdown and for not swearing in Adelita Grijalva, who won a special election to the House of Representatives in Arizona's 7th Congressional District on Sept. 23rd. Then, he interviews writer, director, actor, and producer - Tim Blake Nelson. They talk about his new play "And Then There Were No

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01:33:20

Rook Defends Her King - Bishop Takes Night

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/10/08

John talks about the ongoing engineered hostage crisis of our government shutdown and Attorney General Pam Bondi who went before the Senate Judiciary and tried to snipe and bully her way through a heated hearing over her DOJ's unlawful actions. Then, he welcomes back Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde. Her sermons have been published in several books and journals and she is the author of Gathering Up the Fragments: Preaching as Spiritual Practice (2007), Receiving Jesus: The Way of Love (2019) and How We

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01:22:31

Stephen Miller: JUDGES - Kneel Before Trump or Become...

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/10/07

John talks about the violent rhetoric coming from Trump's megaphone minions and the victimization of the many judges who have ruled against the Trump Administration. He also discusses Trump telling reporters that, yes, of course he is willing to invoke the insurrection act in order to deploy federal troops to American cities. Then, he speaks with Canadian writer and musician Paul Myers about his new book "John Candy: A Life in Comedy". Next, John welcomes back Professor Corey Brettschneider to give

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01:20:43

Deliberate Government Sabotage for Intentional Agency...

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/10/06

This time - John discusses Trump's lust to keep the government shutdown going so he can fire as many non-loyalists as possible. He also talks about the MAGA fury at the Pope for blessing a glacier and telling people to help immigrants. Plus, he goes on a rant about Trump's former spiritual adviser Robert Morris who admitted he sexually abused a teenage girl but was given a pass to continue his ministry. Then, John welcomes back democratic strategist Max Burns to talk listeners off a ledge and give

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00:41:36

We're Still Here with Simon and Julie

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/10/04

Simon and Julie chat with John about Pete Hegseth’s decision—as Trump’s new Secretary of War—to let U.S. soldiers keep their Medals of Honor from the 1890 Wounded Knee Massacre, calling it “final". The move has outraged many people and Native communities.They also honored Orange Shirt Day (Sept 30)—a National Day of Remembrance for children lost to residential schools and the survivors who carry their stories. To find out more check out Julie’s

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01:30:02

"A Lot of Good Can Come Down From Shutdowns. We Can...

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/10/03

John talks about day 2 of the government shutdown which saw zero talks of negotiation or compromise on a budget, but instead a unified rattling of swords as Republicans continued to threaten major and permanent federal layoffs. Then, he speaks with the National Affairs correspondent for The Nation - John Nichols, about his new article "Robert Redford Sounded the Alarm About Our Corrupted Politics Over 50 Years Ago". And finishing it up John welcomes back the 2 Taras - Tara Devlin is a comedian and

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01:45:40

A Government Shutdown Actually Accelerates Project 2025

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/10/02

John talks about the big government shutdown. The White House is preparing for hundreds of thousands of layoffs and the fate of affordable health insurance for millions of Americans hangs in the balance. Then, he jokes with Bob Cesca on Trump and Hegseth's military speech and the GOP's failing attempt to color the recent mass shooters as left. Next, he speaks religion and politics with The God Squad and this week Dillon Naber Cruz is joined by Matthew Distefano who is filling in for Desimber Rose

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01:29:04

Military Generals: Yeah, We're Not Applauding -...

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/10/01

John discusses the government shutdown as Republicans refuse to negotiate a continuing resolution that doesn’t completely screw Americans, preferring instead to simply screw them with a shutdown and then of course make up lies about Democrats causing it. He also talks about Pete Hegseth and Donald Trump completely boring the nation's top military brass while pitching a fighting force that is thinner, meaner, more male and less accountable than ever before. Then, he interviews author Joel Edward Goza

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01:26:52

The Back-Breaking Task of Painting a Trump-Loving,...

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/09/30

In this episode John discusses the Trump sycophants that are ripping their hair out trying to find a way to blame democrats for the recent mass shootings when if fact it was one of their own. He also talks about Congressional democratic leaders who met with their Republican counterparts, begging for bipartisanship and compromise as the clock ticks toward a government shut down. Then, he welcomes back Professor Corey Brettschneider to talk about the James Comey indictment and the potential government

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01:23:47

Justice is Now a Weapon to Bleed Your Enemies' Bank...

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/09/29

John discusses the greedy sellout of some American comedians who are taking BIG paychecks to appear at the Riyadh Comedy Festival in Saudi Arabia and only do approved routines that aren't censored. He also talks about Trump's big plot to get his perceived enemies arrested for made up charges then drain their bank accounts trying to prove their innocence. Then, he chats with the Evil Army of the Night about current news and the latest strangeness from Trump. And lastly, he welcomes back TV's Frank

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01:30:58

Special Weekend Interviews: Ken Casey, Elizabeth...

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/09/27

John interviews Dropkick Murphys' frontman Ken Casey about his recent viral video confronting right-wing MAGA extremists during their gigs. Then, he speaks with journalist Haley Cohen Gilliland about her new book "A Flower Traveled in My Blood: The Incredible True Story of the Grandmothers Who Fought to Find a Stolen Generation of Children". Next, John interviews British Academic and author Kehinde Andrews about his new book "Nobody Can Give You Freedom: The Political Life of Malcolm X". Then

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01:36:40

Comb-Over Caligula Coming for Comey

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/09/26

Max Burns guest hosts while John is performing on stage promoting his new book "Separation of Church and Hate". He talks about former FBI Director James Comey who was indicted by the DOJ for allegedly lying to congress in a 2020 hearing. The indictment was rushed through the Justice Department a few days before the statute of limitations expired. Then, Max speaks with Jaime Harrison who is a distinguished leader with over two decades of experience in politics, government, strategic communications,

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01:42:05

The Rapture's Not in the Bible and Surprise - It's...

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/09/25

John's monologue talks about the big disappointment as the internet Rapture prediction didn't happen.... again. He also discusses the shooting at an ICE detention facility which left two detainees dead and another injured. Then, he jokes with the amazing Bob Cesca on the return of Jimmy Kimmel. Next, John speaks once again with the wonderful Imara Jones. She's the creator of TransLash Media, a cross-platform, non-profit journalism and narrative organization, which produces content to shift the

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01:39:44

Open Mic Night at the United Nations

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/09/24

In this episode, John talks about Trump’s rambling, whining, grievance filled speech at the UN General Assembly in New York. Then, he welcomes back legal analyst Dina Sayegh Doll and they discuss Jimmy Kimmel going back on the air, Trump’s whopper filled UN speech, and the prospect of Palestinian statehood. Next, he chats with Dr. Anahita Dua on Trump’s claims about the correlation between Tylenol and autism. Then lastly, Comedy Daddy - Keith Price joins the crew to answer calls about Jimmy Kimmel

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01:30:02

Trump Just Saved Jimmy Kimmel Live!

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/09/23

John talks about Trump saving Jimmy Kimmel’s show, Trump & RFK Jr. claiming that there’s a correlation between Tylenol & autism, and the White House defending Tom Homan's bribery scandal after he accepted 50 grand from FBI agents. Then, he chats with Professor Corey Brettschneider on Trump forgetting about the oath and the office, Jimmy Kimmel’s show, and Pam Bondi's incorrect statement about hate speech. Then winding it up, John welcomes back comedian Rhonda Hansome and they joke with

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01:15:36

Trump Schools the World on Mob Boss Tactics

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/09/22

John discusses the many screwball, insane, maniacal decisions coming from the Oval Office. The continuing effort by MAGA to make Charlie Kirk a glorified hero and worshipped saint. Donald Trump’s $15Billion lawsuit against the New York Times was thrown out of court for being, among other things, too long at 85 pages and full of tedious and irrelevant language. Trump pushing out US Attorney Erik Siebert for not inventing a crime to charge New York Attorney General Laticia James with. The continued

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00:41:44

We're Still Here with Simon and Julie

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/09/20

Julie and Simon join John for a wide-ranging conversation: reflecting on Robert Redford’s cinematic legacy and his longtime allyship with Indigenous communities, unpacking the myth of ‘reverse racism,’ and celebrating California’s new bill aimed at keeping Native children with their families. They also take spirited listener calls, and share excitement over Indigenous Fashion Week (the first of its kind) earning a glowing Vogue feature as the standout showcase of the entire week! Migwetch (thank

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01:29:02

Trump is Using Media Consolidation Like Mob Bosses...

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/09/19

John discusses Disney executives who are hopeful they can bring Jimmy Kimmel Live back to the airwaves but want a commitment from the host to “turn down the temperature” of his monologues and political humor. Which is of course, censorship. He also plays clips from FCC Chair Brendan Carr - bragging about his power to crush any broadcast political show he wants. Then, he talks with Richard Chew of WCPT in Chicago about Jimmy Kimmel, Charlie Kirk, and Trump's plans to send the National Guard to

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01:33:11

Who's Next on Trump's Chopping Block: Jimmy Fallon?...

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/09/18

John talks about his new book Separation of Church and Hate: A Sane Person's Guide to Taking Back the Bible from Fundamentalists, Fascists, and Flock-Fleecing Frauds - being on the New York Times Best Seller list. He also discusses ABC announcing it has pulled late night host Jimmy Kimmel from the airwaves indefinitely, a reaction to criticism Kimmel had for conservatives in the wake of Charlie Kirk’s murder. Then, he chats with Bob Cesca on Trump's tariffs and Kash Patel's epic failures. Next, John

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01:55:30

The Sundance Kid Fades Over the Horizon with a...

The John Fugelsang Podcast ·

2025/09/17

John discusses the life of legendary actor and director Robert Redford who passed away at the age of 89. He also talks about FBI Director Kash Patel who clashed with the Senate Judiciary Committee, snapping and smirking at Senate Democrats who questioned his leadership and challenged him on the agency’s failures. He plays many clips from the heated exchanges. Then, John interviews Garnet Henderson who is an investigative reporter specializing in abortion access, anti-rights disinformation, and other

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