Best Thom Hartmann Podcasts (2025)

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Thom Hartmann on Epstein & MAGA, Han Shan (2009) on Ken Saro-Wiwa 27:52

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https://media.blubrry.com/counterspin/content.blubrry.com/counterspin/CounterSpin250725.mp3 Right-click here to download this episode (“Save link as…”). PBS NewsHour (7/18/25) This week on CounterSpin: The Trump administration is funding a genocide in Gaza—never mind headlines like July 24’s Washington Post: “Mass Starvation Stalks Gaza as Deaths F…

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The Intimate Relationship Between Trump and Epstein with Journalist Michael Wolff. 32:14

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In this episode of the Bill Press Pod, Bill Press reconnects with veteran journalist Michael Wolff to discuss the relationship between Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein. Wolff reveals intimate details about their close friendship from the late 80s through the early 2000s, their mutual interests in women and real estate, and their eventual fallout ov…

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Daily Take: Bribes, Bias, and South Park: Trump’s Authoritarian Agenda Hits Primetime 5:42

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Trump is the first president in American history to seize the nation's newsrooms and attack a cartoon in the same week… See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Pursuit of Justice or Dead End Distraction? 57:59

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Guest-host Jefferson Smith of the Democracy Nerd Podcast sits in for Thom Hartmann examining the Epstein question. Is it a legitimate pursuit of justice or dead end distraction? Also Jeff's dad Joe Smith returns for the ever popular "News With My Dad" feature. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://…

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EP197 - Book Reading: Chapter 3 21:02

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BOOK READING: CHAPTER 3 is titled 'What is ADHD?'. I am excited to give my listeners these previews so they can pre-experience the book and hopefully order their own copy. Once the book is released, I will post the order links everywhere. Stay tuned and enjoy! For more information on this podcast, please visit www.adhdisover.com📑 DOWNLOAD FREE PDF:…

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Daily Take: This Is Not a Drill: Infiltrate Your Local Dems Before It’s Too Late 9:18

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This is the overlooked role that launched a revolution — and it’s still wide open for progressives... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Los Angeles Grand Juries Are Refusing to Indict ICE Protestors 58:04

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Congressman Mark Pocan - National Progressive Townhall. The Trump FCC's approval of Paramount/Skydance "reeks of the worst form of corruption." Surprised? Geeky Science! Scientists discover ‘sixth sense’ in the gut that controls how much we eat. Los Angeles Grand Juries Are Refusing to Indict ICE Protestors. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/…

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Cult Members Trapped in a Bubble of Delusion 58:42

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Bernie goes big and introduces the Pensions for All Act. Republicans are working hard to block it. Cult Alert! Trump cult followers dismiss Epstein files because it's "human nature" to molest children. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Is the Plan for Gaza to Become Part of Israel? 58:22

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Will the world look away as Gazans are being starved to death and driven out of Gaza? Is the plan for Gaza to become part of Israel? Is that the position of the Trump administration? Given that Trump is quickly moving America toward autocracy, it shouldn’t be surprising that he himself displays the so-called Dark Triad of personality characteristic…

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"The Lurid Fascination." The Reporters' Roundtable. July 25, 2025 42:42

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Epstein in DC/Epstein Back Home. Pardon for Maxwell? Trump Accuses Obama of Treason. Powell Checks Trump. Melania’s Opera House? Trump Bullies the NFL. With John Bennett, White House Correspondent, CQ Roll Call, Sarah Wire, Senior National Political Correspondent for USA Today and Jeff Dufour, Editor-in-chief at National Journal. Today's Bill Press…

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Daily Take: From Epstein’s Island to Obama’s Inbox: Trump’s Dark Diversion Strategy 14:52

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When the heat’s on, invent a scandal — especially if it targets America’s first Black president… See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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House GOP Officially Subpoenas Ghislaine Maxwell..Oh oh... 58:34

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There's a stunning video just out where Epstein is asked if he's been with Trump and women under 18. Crazy Alert! South Park goes after Trump's teeny weenie & Paramount & Christian Nationalists. We are going to play the PSA about it. Warning! as it shows an AI Trump naked including his...you know what. Phil Ittner - Ukraine Update. The Abrego Garci…

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Daily Take: Dear MAGA: You Stormed the Capitol for a Guy Who Couldn’t Even Storm Out of Epstein’s Pedo Pool Party 13:41

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You screamed “fake news” while the real news was your chosen savior sipping cocktails at Epstein’s mansion, selling out your future, and laughing at what an easy "sucker" you were... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Why is Paul Manafort Now in Albania? 58:35

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Author & Emmy-award winning investigative reporter and co-host of the "Radicalized Truth Survives" podcast, Heidi Siegmund Cuda explains the sinister plots of treachery that are still in the works. Plus Trump’s border czar to target sanctuary cities in US: ‘We’re gonna flood the zone.’ They are going for spectacle and terror...Where is congress? Se…

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Daily Take: Is Donald Trump America’s Public Enemy #1? 13:11

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The explosive case for why Donald Trump Is the most dangerous criminal in U.S. history… See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Trump Celebrates Firing Colbert for Making Fun of America's First Dictator 58:35

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Thom Hartmann is joined by Dean Obeidallah to discuss what Trump acting like a dictator with control over the media means for our democracy. Is there a "secret Trump payoff" to sweeten the CBS merger?" Inquiring minds want to know and so do the Dems. Will Ghislaine testify to Congress before Trump can work out a deal? A DOJ official expects to meet…

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The Human Cost of the GOP's cuts to Medicaid. With Dr. Rob Davidson. 32:44

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In this episode , Dr. Rob Davidson discusses the far-reaching effects of recent Medicaid cuts. He emphasizes the critical importance of Medicaid for millions, particularly in rural areas, highlighting common misconceptions about who benefits from the program. Davidson addresses the political dynamics behind the new legislation and criticizes the in…

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Daily Take: Is Donald Trump America’s Public Enemy #1? 13:46

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The explosive case for why Donald Trump Is the most dangerous criminal in U.S. history… See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Greg Palast Reveals the Evil Scheme to Purge More Voters 58:33

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Migrants at Ice jail in Miami made to kneel to eat ‘like dogs’ Plus - Allentown grandfather who was granted political asylum in 1987 after surviving torture at the hands of Chilean dictator Augusto Pinochet’s regime was disappeared by ICE. Tulsi Gabbard says Obama could face criminal charges as she alleges ‘Treasonous Conspiracy’ against Trump. See…

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Daily Take: Death Rattle of a Cult: Trump, Epstein, and the Long Knives of the Right... 19:03

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With Fox sharpening the blade and MAGA losing its grip, America teeters on the edge of a political Jonestown... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Trump Threatens Brazil, Gets Bolsonaro Tagged 56:47

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Brazil court orders raids, restraints on Bolsonaro for Trump collusion5. "Brazil’s President Lula says Trump was ‘not elected to be emperor of the world,’ as US-Brazil spat escalates" Four big banks flagged more than $1.5 billion in transactions to Epstein from wealthy people — including thousands of wire transfers Fired Epstein Prosecutor Maurene …

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Disgraceful Corruption of Franklin Graham 58:54

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The suck-ups and cowards at CBS caved to Trump and canceled Stephen Colbert. There’s a special place in Hell reserved for Franklin Graham and I'll tell you why. Trump went on Truth Social and in public comments, calling MAGA followers who still focused on Epstein “stupid,” “foolish,” and “weaklings” for believing in the so-called “Epstein hoax” See…

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Is the "Man Trap" failing Trump? 58:31

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Trump’s naked girl gift and ‘secret’ note to Epstein revealed...It was signed by Trump and I guarantee that signature has been checked. The suck-ups and cowards at CBS caved to Trump and canceled Stephen Colbert. Now Trump wants to destroy real Medicare! and they're coming for Medicare advantage too…what's left? Geeky Science. what if trauma is not…

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Iman Abid on the Economy of Genocide, Victor Pickard on Paramount Settlement 27:52

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https://media.blubrry.com/counterspin/content.blubrry.com/counterspin/CounterSpin250718.mp3 Right-click here to download this episode (“Save link as…”). Truthout (6/11/25) This week on CounterSpin: The US official stance about the UN is, basically, they’re not the boss of us. But: If it looks like they can make hay with it, then sure. That’s why Se…

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"A little bit suggestive." The Reporters' Roundtable. July 18, 2025 46:14

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WSJ Trump-Epstein Bombshell. MAGA to the Defense. PBS/NPR/Foreign Aid Cut. OMB Director Vought: More Partisanship! CBS Cancels Colbert. With Sabrina Siddiqui, National Political Reporter for The Wall Street Journal, S.V. Date, Senior White House Correspondent for Huff Post and Jennifer Bendery, Senior Political Reporter at Huff Post. Today's Bill P…

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Daily Take: Why are Trump and the GOP Working So Hard to Ruin America? 11:22

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Why has the GOP declared war on everything: healthcare, Democracy, science, and you? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Public Broadcasting Cuts Passed 58:31

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News... Epstein: How can you call it a hoax? Isn't it always the coverup that nails you? Public broadcasting cuts passed at 2am, what could go wrong? Is execution really being floated for Trump foes? Phil Ittner on Ukraine Update: Veteran War Correspondent in Kyiv, Ukraine & host of the 'On the Edge' podcast. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com…

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Daily Take: The Manhood Trap: From Epstein’s Island to Musk’s Baby Farm — How the Right Redefined Masculinity as Control 14:38

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Underneath the memes, podcasts, and tradwife fantasies lies a dangerous agenda: train young men to reject equality, fear women’s power, and embrace authoritarianism disguised as masculinity… See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Could Trump be Trying to Encourage World War to Distract from Epstein? 58:25

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Crazy Alert! Matt Gaetz has been suggested to lead a Jeffery Epstein Special Council - Wow. Also is the forecast calling for extinction? What if this is the last generation that gets to ask "what if"? Looks like Trump is taking a "Knife to a gunfight" with Russia. So sad. Plus - What happened to that "traditional family" who emigrated to Russia? Yo…

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Daily Take: How Norway Became Freer Than America 10:30

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If we want a country that looks more like Norway and less like the feudal state Trump and his bought-off justices envision, we must fight for it… See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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The Supreme Court Has Gone Too Far Once Again 58:26

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Supreme Court's latest double standard 'couldn't be more disturbing': expert The right-wing bubble and Epstein - Will Trump be able to crush his Epstein crisis? This is what always happens when a Republican is president - but with Trump - it's going to be worse. We all need to be preparing for a recession plus or a depression. See Privacy Policy at…

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"The Fear and The Terror." With Sen. Alex Padilla 21:54

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In this episode, Bill talks with California Senator Alex Padilla about the significant impacts of the Trump administration's immigration policies on Southern California communities. Padilla discusses the fear and economic repercussions faced by immigrant families and the broader community, addressing issues such as indiscriminate ICE raids, racial …

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Daily Take: America on the Brink: Trump’s Roadmap to Recession, Fascism, and World War III 12:02

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We must call this what it is: a full-scale assault on our economy, our democracy, and the peaceful world order that’s prevented a third world war for nearly 80 years… See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Daily Take: The Authoritarian Test: From Rosie to Retes, Who’s Next? 12:02

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Each escalation — from ICE kidnappings to threats against critics — is a measure of how much authoritarianism we’ll tolerate before we push back. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Is Rosie O’Donnell Another Dictator Test? 57:39

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Thom returns! Louise and I saw Superman; you should too. But don’t tell your Maga friends. Also apparently, Epstein had hidden cameras in all his properties, and his private island was completely wired for recording and viewing. He had the material for entertainment, insurance and blackmail....and where are they? Does Bondi have them? Plus is Rosie…

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What Twelve Million Motivated Americans Might Accomplish 54:56

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Sitting in for Thom Hartmann, guest-host Jefferson Smith of the 'Democracy Nerd' Podcast is joined by his esteemed father Joe Smith for the popular News with my Dad segment. On Jeff's last day he shares inspiration, poetry and stories to encourage listeners to become more politically active to fight fascism. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/…

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Is Elon Serious About Starting a New Party? 57:00

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Sitting in for Thom Hartmann, guest-host Jefferson Smith of the 'Democracy Nerd' Podcast speculates on what the potential formation of a new political party by Elon Musk might mean. What are the ways to get youth and non-voters engaged and wrench politics away from the super rich? What about American ghost towns? See Privacy Policy at https://art19…

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Barrage of Russian Drone Attacks on Kiev 58:20

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Sitting in for Thom Hartmann, guest-host Jefferson Smith of the 'Democracy Nerd' Podcast is joined by his esteemed father Joe Smith for the popular News with my Dad segment on current events. Also Veteran War Correspondent in Kyiv, Ukraine & host of the 'On the Edge' podcast, Phil Ittner reports on the amped up barrage of Russian drone attacks afte…

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Silky Shah on Mass Deportation 27:52

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https://media.blubrry.com/counterspin/content.blubrry.com/counterspin/CounterSpin250711.mp3 Right-click here to download this episode (“Save link as…”). Intercept (7/8/25) This week on CounterSpin: Along with many other hate-driven harms, the budget bill puts Stephen Miller’s cruel and bizarre mass deportation plan on steroids. $45 billion for buil…

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"The whiplash and the seesaw." The Reporters' Roundtable. July 11, 2025. 41:00

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Floods and FEMA’s Fate. More Tariff Chaos. Trump/Putin Breakup. Sen. Tillis Unleashed. Jeffrey Epstein’s “Back.” Musk’s New Party. With Philip Bump, Columnist for the Washington Post and author of the How to Read this Chart Newsletter, Allan Smith, Political reporter for NBC News and Geoff Earle, Deputy U.S. Political Editor and lead of the Washing…

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Daily Take: The Kool-Aid Presidency: How Donald Trump Created America’s Jonestown 13:08

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He didn’t need a jungle. With lies, fear, and blind loyalty, Trump built his Jonestown in the heart of our republic — and millions are still drinking… See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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The Power of Words and Manipulating Words for Power 58:26

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Guest-host Jefferson Smith of the Democracy Nerd Podcast sits in for Thom Hartmann to ponder the power of words. Epstein Files failure proves Trump lied but why? - Was Trump in the files? The failure to release signature campaign promise is turning Trump's greatest defenders into his newest critics. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy a…

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Daily Report: Is Delusion the Right's New "Weapon of Mass Destruction"? 7:24

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Militia attacks on weather radars aren’t just crimes: they’re symptoms of a deeper sickness that rightwing media, foreign trolls, and the GOP are using to devastate our democracy via lies and hate... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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EP196 - Book Reading: Chapter 2 9:21

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BOOK READING: CHAPTER 2 is titled 'Our Story'. I am excited to give my listeners these previews so they can pre-experience the book and hopefully order their own copy. Once the book is released, I will post the order links everywhere. Stay tuned and enjoy! For more information on this podcast, please visit www.adhdisover.com📑 DOWNLOAD FREE PDF: "AD…

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What the Media is Getting Wrong about the Texas Disaster 58:38

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Guest-host Jefferson Smith of the Democracy Nerd Podcast sits in for Thom Hartmann explaining that Trump's policies put Texas underwater. The flooding in Texas is not random, it is the result of Climate Change caused by deregulation - and by Trump's policies that think billionaires getting one more percent is worth more than the people of Texas. Al…

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Daily Take: This Isn’t About Pocketbook Politics — It’s About the Survival of the American Ideal 12:35

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Every failed democracy has one thing in common: the people assumed someone else would save it... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Prevention Rather Than Protection 58:27

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Guest-host Jefferson Smith of the Democracy Nerd Podcast sits in for Thom Hartmann What we can learn from the tragic historic flood disaster and loss of life. Jefferson is joined by his esteemed father Joe Smith for the popular news with my dad segment with a day full of news. A reflection on the tragedy of loss and the environmental impacts that a…