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Solomon Rajput & Brandon Tucker
The Conversation - S2 - E133
ACLU of Tennessee Policy Director Brandon Tucker speaks with Michael Shure on The Conversation about how free speech and protesters are being criminalized. Chair of Done Waiting Solomon Rajput on how his organization can help progressive campaigns across the U.S.
The Conversation: Season 2 - 101 Episode s
2x83 - James Felton Keith & Steve Hill
June 15, 2020
Congressional candidate James Felton Keith speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his run for NY-13. Steve Hill on his recent police discrimination experience.
2x84 - Jamaal Bowman & Khaled Abdelghany
June 16, 2020
Jamaal Bowman speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how he's pulling off an underdog congressional campaign in New York. National Guardsman Khaled Abdelghany on the viral video of him chanting with protesters in D.C.
2x85 - Kenya Evelyn & Derrell Bradford
June 17, 2020
Derrell Bradford speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about how children of color were disproportionally affected when schools shutdown during the coronavirus pandemic. Kenya Evelyn on the history of institutional racism in the United States.
2x86 - Isiah James & Shaniyat Chowdhury
June 18, 2020
Congressional candidate Shaniyat Chowdhury speaks with Michael Shure on The Conversation about his run for NY-5. Congressional candidate Isiah James on his run for NY-9.
2x87 - Ron Perlman
June 19, 2020
Ron Perlman speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his Twitter beef with Ted Cruz.
2x88 - Sean Shaw & Elie Mystal
June 23, 2020
Attorney and civic leader Sean Shaw speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about police abuse and brutality. Elie Mystal on boycotting the U.S. because of racism.
2x89 - Sarah Jaffe & Ti-Hua Chang
June 24, 2020
Sarah Jaffe speaks with Michael Shure on The Conversation about what is going on with "PTO Debt". TYT Investigates reporter Ti-Hua Chang on why stimulus money hasn't gone towards climate change.
2x90 - Maya Rockeymoore Cummings
June 25, 2020
Dr. Maya Rockeymoore Cummings speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about her three part strategy to manage the coronavirus pandemic.
2x91 - Gary Chambers
June 29, 2020
Gary Chambers speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his viral address to a school board in Louisiana.
2x92 - Lizz Winstead & Suraj Patel
June 30, 2020
Abortion Access Front founder Lizz Winstead speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the recent supreme court decision concerning abortion rights. Congressional candidate Suraj Patel on Tuesday's primary results.
2x93 - Ron Suskind
July 1, 2020
Founder of Bongomedia Ron Suskind speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his extensive journalism career and new app.
2x94 - Maytha Alhassen
July 2, 2020
Maytha Alhassen speaks with Ana Kasparian on The Conversation about the police abolition movement.
2x95 - Nayyera Haq & Jess Scarene
July 6, 2020
Jess Scarene speaks with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about her run for a U.S. Senate seat in Delaware. Nayyera Haq on Russian bounties and Stacey Abrams.
2x96 - Eynelys Vinson & David Shimer
July 7, 2020
Eynelys Vinson speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about her run for Palmdale, CA City Council. Author David Shimer on how vulnerable our election systems are to Russian intrusions.
2x97 - Rev. William Barber
July 8, 2020
Civil Rights Activist Rev. William Barber speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about fighting for economic justice.
2x98 - Jermaine Starr & Ashley McGirt
July 9, 2020
Journalist Terrell Jermaine Starr speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about his new podcast "Black Diplomats". Therapist and author Ashley McGirt on the deep effects of historical and systematic trauma.
2x99 - Dolores Huerta
July 13, 2020
Dolores Huerta speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about living a life of advocacy and activism.
2x100 - Ken Klippenstein & Simona Grace
July 14, 2020
Journalist Ken Klippenstein speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his Twitter exchange with Elon Musk. Founder of Moms in Office Simona Grace on her efforts to expand how many mothers get elected to public office.
2x101 - Kenya Evelyn & Dylan Brody
July 15, 2020
Humorist and author Dylan Brody speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about making comedy during covid-19. Guardian reporter Kenya Evelyn on why minority communities in the U.S. have a higher risk of contacting covid-19.
2x102 - Bob the Drag Queen & Jason Harrow
July 16, 2020
Bob the Drag Queen speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about how drag queens fight for social change. Chief Counsel at Equal Citizens Jason Harrow speaks with Francesca Fiorentini about how to fix the electoral college.
2x103 - Wade McMullen & Ihssan Leckey
July 20, 2020
Congressional candidate Ihssan Leckey speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why she decided to run for Joe Kennedy's former seat in Massachusetts. Managing attorney at Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Wade McMullen on how Trump is continuing to limit immigration.
2x104 - Jen Perelman & Ryan Grim
July 21, 2020
Jen Perelman speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about her congressional race against Debbie Wasserman Schultz in Florida. TYT Contributor Ryan Grim on progressive candidates in democratic primaries.
2x105 - Jeet Heer & Mustafa Tameez
July 23, 2020
National Affairs Correspondent for The Nation Jeet Heer speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about unidentified federal agents clashing with protesters in Portland. Former DHS consultant Mustafa Tameez on Trump's illegal use of force against protestors in Portland.
2x106 - Richard Kreitner & Jonathan Metzl
July 27, 2020
Author Richard Kreitner speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how disunion in the United States could lead to states seceding. Professor and author Jonathan Metzl on Trump's abysmal handling of Covid-19.
2x107 - Thomas Frank & Mary Ziegler
July 28, 2020
Journalist and Author Thomas Frank speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about the history of populism in the U.S. Author Mary Ziegler on the current state of women's reproductive rights in the U.S.
2x108 - Rebecca Parson & Ilyse Hogue
July 29, 2020
Congressional candidate Rebecca Parson speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about her run to represent Washington's 6th district. Author and President of NARAL Pro Choice America Ilyse Hogue on how the radical right is on the verge of banning abortion in the U.S.
2x109 - Eddie Glaude & Dr. Carl Hart
July 30, 2020
Professor Eddie Glaude speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about his new book about his new book Begin Again. Scientist, professor, author and activist Dr. Carl Hart on the myth of drugs contributing to the killings of black people.
2x110 - Manuel Oliver
August 3, 2020
Manuel Oliver speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about on his son Jonquin, a victim of gun violence.
2x111 - Ken Klippenstein & John Nichols
August 4, 2020
Reporter for The Nation Ken Klippenstein speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about Trump's attempt to label antifa as a terrorist organization. The Nation's National Affairs Correspondent John Nichols on why the mainstream Democratic Party is rejecting progressive ideals.
2x112 - Maytha Alhassen & Sheryl Ring
August 5, 2020
Maytha Alhassen speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about why so many people still aren't wearing masking during the COVID-19 pandemic. Tenants Rights Attorney and Advocate Sheryl Ring on the eviction crisis caused by COVID-19.
2x113 - Ro Khanna & Dr. Anthea Butler
August 6, 2020
Ro Khanna speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about huge victories for progressives across the map. University of Pennsylvania Professor Dr. Anthea Butler on the reason why evangelicals vote for Trump.
2x114 - Melba Pearson & Abené Clayton
August 10, 2020
Candidate for Miami-Dade State Attorney Melba Pearson speaks with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about why she decided to run. Abené Clayton on how Covid-19 spread in California's prison system.
2x115 - Zephyr Teachout & Andru Volinsky
August 11, 2020
Gubernatorial candidate Andru Volinsky speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why he's running for the top job in New Hampshire. Zephyr Teachout on her new book about deals with breaking up monopolies.
2x116 - Joe Sandberg, Morgan Pehme, & Daniel DiMauro
August 12, 2020
Aspiration Co-founder Joe Sanberg speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about who actually wins as the economy attempts to recover from Covid-19. Directors of "The Swamp" Morgan Pehme & Daniel DiMauro on how to fix the systemic corruption at the heart of Congress right now.
2x117 - Céline Semaan & Jessica Malaty Rivera
August 13, 2020
Slow Factory Foundation Founder Céline Semaan speaks with Maytha Alhassen on The Conversation about how the explosion in Beirut has become a catalyst for revolution in Lebanon. Infectious Disease Expert Jessica Malaty Rivera on how important it is to make science useful to the general public.
2x118 - Alex Morse
August 14, 2020
Congressional candidate Alex Morse speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the targeted attack to ruin his campaign.
2x119 - Brent Welder & Zack Malitz
August 17, 2020
Zack Malitz speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about holding Texas Governor, Greg Abbott, accountable for Texas' Covid-19 response. Brent Welder on the influence of corporate lobbyist on the DNC.
2x120 - Cori Bush
August 18, 2020
Cori Bush speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how she toppled a political dynasty.
2x121 - Noam Chomky
August 19, 2020
Noam Chomky speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how consent to nominate Joe Biden was manufactured by the mainstream media.
2x122 - Nina Turner
August 21, 2020
Nina Turner speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about what the future of the Democratic Party looks like.
2x123 - Anthony Baxter
August 24, 2020
Filmmaker Anthony Baxter speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his new documentary "You've Been Trumped Too".
2x124 - Lex Steppler & Jared A. Ball
August 25, 2020
Dignity and Power Now Director Lex Steppler speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about the situation around the police shooting of Jacob Blake. Morgan State University Professor Jared A. Ball on how race and class are inseparable.
2x125 - Marjon Carlos & Monifa Bandele
August 26, 2020
Journalist Marjon Carlos speaks with Maytha Alhassen on The Conversation about how Cardi B is an advocate for progressive policies and female empowerment. Senior VP of Moms Rising Monifa Bandele on the upcoming Black National Convention.
2x126 - Rashad Richey & David Kim
August 27, 2020
CA-34 Congressional candidate David Kim speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about his run to represent his community. Radio Host Rashad Richey on the police killing of Jacob Blake.
2x127 - Chuck Rocha & Jenna Arnold
August 31, 2020
Jenna Arnold speaks with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about her new book Raising Our Hands. Chuck Rocha on how Bernie Sanders brought latinos into the progressive movement.
2x128 - Paula Jean Swearengin & Alicia Garza
September 1, 2020
Paula Jean Swearengin and Alicia Garza speak with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation.
2x129 - David Becker & Max Burns
September 2, 2020
David Becker and Max Burns speak with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation.
2x130 - Jason Stanley & Fadi Quran
September 3, 2020
Yale University professor Jason Stanley speaks with Michael Shure on The Conversation about the Trump administrations fascist politics. Avaaz Campaign Director Fadi Quran on the rise of Covid-19 misinformation on Facebook.
2x131 - Eric Ohlsen & Dr. Wendy Osefo
September 9, 2020
Democrat strategist Dr. Wendy Osefo speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the presidential race and Joe Biden's outreach to progressives. Eric Ohlsen on why he needed to run for Mayor of Palmdale.
2x132 - Joanne Bagshaw & Eddie Kim
September 10, 2020
Author Joanne Bagshaw speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about why it's important to understand feminism. Eddie Kim on how Save the Children became a conspiracy grift.
2x133 - Solomon Rajput & Brandon Tucker
September 11, 2020
ACLU of Tennessee Policy Director Brandon Tucker speaks with Michael Shure on The Conversation about how free speech and protesters are being criminalized. Chair of Done Waiting Solomon Rajput on how his organization can help progressive campaigns across the U.S.
2x134 - Shahid Buttar
September 14, 2020
CA-12 Congressional Candidate Shahid Buttar speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the disagreements between himself and his campaign staff.
2x135 - Richard Ojeda & Aida Rodriguez
September 15, 2020
Retired Major Richard Ojeda speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the goals of No Dem Left Behind. Aida Rodriguez on how this year's Emmy nominations failed latinx actors.
2x136 - Liz Garbus & Lisa Cortes
September 16, 2020
Liz Garbus and Lisa Cortes speak with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about their new movie All In: The Fight for Democracy.
2x137 - Sasha Abramsky & Dr. Sweta Chakraborty
September 17, 2020
Nation Columnist Sasha Abramsky speaks with Mark Thompson on The Conversation about Trump's threat to democracy. Climate Change Expert Sweta Chakraborty on how to communicate the reality of the risks of climate change.
2x138 - Ravi Patel
September 21, 2020
Actor Ravi Patel speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about his new docuseries.
2x139 - Alex Gibney
September 22, 2020
Alex Gibney
2x140 - Michael Waldman
September 23, 2020
Michael Waldman speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the battle over the Supreme Court vacancy.
2x141 - Vijay Ravindran & Gina Torres
September 24, 2020
CEO of Floreo Vijay Ravindran speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about how virtual reality can help children on the autism spectrum. Actress Gina Torres on diversity in show business.
2x142 - Jon Hoadley & Xander Schultz
September 25, 2020
State Representative Jon Hoadley speaks with Mark Thompson on The Conversation about his campaign for Michigan's 6th District. When We Band Together Cofounder Xander Schultz on how the Moria refugee camp is handling the recent fires.
2x143 - David Becker & Greg Ellis
September 28, 2020
Actor, author, and host of the "The Respondent" Greg Ellis speaks with Michael Shure on The Conversation about why men are struggling emotionally during the COVID-19 pandemic. Center for Election Innovation & Research's David Becker on making a plan and voting early.
2x144 - Michael Patrick Oristian & Pam Keith
September 29, 2020
Former Congressional Candidate Michael Patrick Oristian speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why he supports everything Trump does. FL-18 Congressional Nominee Pam Keith on the controversies surrounding her Republican opponent.
2x145 - James Thompson & Tara Palmeri
September 30, 2020
Judicial candidate for KS-18 James Thompson speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his struggle with cancer and how he got on the ballet to be a judge. Investigative Reporter Tara Palmeri on her new podcast Broken: Seeking Justice.
2x146 - Derek W. Black & Angelica Dueñas
October 1, 2020
Author of Schoolhouse Burning Derek W. Black speaks with Emma Vigeland on The Conversation about Betsy Devos' attack on America's public education system. Congressional Candidate Angelica Dueñas on why she can't be bought.
2x147 - Lizz Winstead & Dan Sherrel
October 6, 2020
Abortion Access Front Founder Lizz Winstead speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about what will happen to abortion rights if Amy Coney Barrett is confirmed to the Supreme Court. #VoteTrumpOut Campaign Director Dan Sherrel on why the left should vote Trump out.
2x148 - Patrick Nelson & Brian Stelter
October 7, 2020
State Senate Candidate Patrick Nelson speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why his vote could have a massive impact for citizens of New York. DCNN's Chief Media Correspondent Brian Stelter on his new book Hoax: Donald Trump, Fox News and the Dangerous Distortion of Truth.
2x149 - Rick Wilson
October 8, 2020
Co-founder of the Lincoln Project Rick Wilson speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how to get conservatives to vote for Joe Biden.
2x150 - Cathy Areu, John Hoffman, & Kahane Cooperman
October 12, 2020
Host of Liberal Sherpa podcast Cathy Areu speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about why young Cuban-Americans are against Trump. Filmmakers Kahane Cooperman and John Hoffman on their new movie The Antidote: Stories of Kindness and Decency in America.
2x151 - Alex Sammon & Matt Mattern
October 13, 2020
American Prospect Staff Writer Alex Sammon speaks with Mark Thompson on The Conversation about how progressives took on the DCCC. Founder of Championing America Matt Mattern on why he left the Republican Party.
2x152 - Kyle Bibby & Carlton Larson
October 14, 2020
National Campaigns Manager for Common Defense Kyle Bibby speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about the issues that matter to progressive veterans. Author and Professor Carlton Larson on his new book On Treason: A Citizen's Guide to the Law.
2x153 - Othón Nolasco & Terrance Woodbury
October 15, 2020
Co-founder of No Us Without You Othón Nolasco speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about how to ensure undocumented families have enough food during the pandemic. Owner and Principal of Hit Strategies Terrance Woodbury speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about how to reach underrepresented groups of voters.
2x154 - Farron Cousins & Mia Mason
October 19, 2020
Congressional Candidate Mia Mason speaks with Ryan Grim on The Conversation about why she is trying to turn MD-1 from red to blue. Ring of Honor Host Farron Cousins on which way Florida could go in the upcoming election.
2x155 - Tom LoBianco & Kara Eastman
October 20, 2020
Congressional Candidate Kara Eastman speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about her race against Rep. Don Bacon. Political Correspondent for Business Insider Tom LoBianco on his new book Piety & Power: Mike Pence and the Taking of the White House.
2x156 - Charlotte Swasey & Viviana Vigil
October 21, 2020
Political Commentator Viviana Vigil speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how Trump is gaining popularity with Latino men. Charlotte Swasey from Data for Progress on how things could go horribly wrong on November 3rd.
2x157 - Jon Meacham
October 22, 2020
Author of The Soul of America Jon Meacham speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the long struggle between progressives and conservatives.
2x158 - Kyle Kulinski & Dr. Merav Ben-David
October 26, 2020
Democrat for U.S. Senate Dr. Merav Ben-David speaks with Mark Thompson on The Conversation about her science-based campaign. Host of Secular Talk Kyle Kulinski speaks on where progressive grassroots energy could be focused moving forward.
2x159 - Mike Siegel & Josh Balk
October 27, 2020
Vice President of Farm Animal Protection Josh Balk speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the biggest problems farm animals face. Congressional Nominee for TX-10 Mike Siegel on why his race is so important for progressives.
2x160 - Julie Oliver
October 28, 2020
Democratic Nominee in TX-25 Julie Oliver speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about running as a progressive in Texas.
2x161 - Chris Boutté & Tim Ward
October 29, 2020
Host of the Rewired Soul Chris Boutté speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about why people should be skeptical about conspiracy theories. Co-author of Pro Truth Tim Ward on how truth is on the ballot this election season.
2x162 - Joshua Kahn Russell
November 2, 2020
Joshua Kahn Russell speaks with Ana Kasparian on The Conversation about how to prevent the Trump administration from orchestrating a coup following the election.
2x163 - Larry Lessig
November 9, 2020
Harvard Law Professor Larry Lessig speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about Trump's false accusations of voter fraud.
2x164 - Keiajah “KJ” Brooks
November 10, 2020
Community Organizer and Activist Keiajah “KJ” Brooks speaks with Ana Kasparian on The Conversation about her viral speech at a police commissioners meeting.
2x165 - Akela Lacy & Yaron Zilberman
November 11, 2020
Politics Reporter at the Intercept Akela Lacy speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how progressive Democrats won in the 2020 election. Director of the Valley of Tears Yaron Zilberman on his documentary that tells the story of the first three days of the Yom Kippur War.
2x166 - Ryan Grim & Ken Klippenstein
November 12, 2020
The Intercept's Ryan Grim speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why President-elect Joe Biden chose Ron Klain to be his chief of staff. Reporter for The Nation Ken Klippenstein on how he trolled Richard Grenell on Twitter.
2x167 - Eddie Kim & Dr. Cynthia Miller-Idriss
November 16, 2020
Author Dr Cynthia Miller-Idriss speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about understanding the rising extremism in America. Features Writer for Mel Eddie Kim on the effect of California's Prop 22 on gig workers.
2x168 - Alex Sammon & Frederick Joseph
November 17, 2020
Staff Writer at the American Prospect Alex Sammon speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why centrist Democrats are blaming progressives for 2020 loses. Author and Marketer Frederick Joseph on his upcoming book The Black Friend.
2x169 - Kali Holloway & Michael Hull
November 18, 2020
Director of the Make It Right Project Kali Holloway speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about psychological after effects of Trump's presidency. Filmmaker Michael Hull on his documentary about the Attica prison riots.
2x170 - Stacey Henson & Barry Eidlin
November 19, 2020
Clinical Reviewer for the Recovery Village Stacey Henson speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about the effect of the election on Democrats vs. Republicans. Professor of Sociology at McGill University Barry Eidlin on where Trumpism is headed now that the election is over.
2x171 - Zeke Stokes & Ankur Jain
November 23, 2020
Zeke Stokes speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about what Trump's refusal to concede says about America. Kairos HQ Co-founder and Co-CEO Ankur Jain on how his organization is working to fix the housing crisis.
2x172 - David Pakman & Charles Coleman Jr.
November 24, 2020
Host of the David Pakman Show, David Pakman, speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the upcoming Biden's administration and his Spanish language news show. Charles Coleman Jr. on the police killing two black teenager in Brevard County, FL.
2x173 - Eitan Prins-Trachtenberg, Hannah Taheri, Nikka Makhani, & Laura Flanders
November 25, 2020
Co-founders of The Ballot Project Eitan Prins-Trachtenberg, Hannah Taheri and Nikka Makhani speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how students in high school are getting out the vote in local election. Host of the Laura Flanders Show, Laura Flanders on how local people can make progressive priorities happen.
2x174 - Lizz Winstead & Rashad Ritchie
November 30, 2020
Abortion AF Founder Lizz Winstead speaks with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about her new comedy special Corona Borealis. The Host of the Rashad Ritchey Show, Rashad Ritchie, on the upcoming elections in Georgia.
2x175 - Joel Simon & Greg Palast
December 1, 2020
Executive Director for the Committee to Protect Journalists, Joel Simons, speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the global consequences of Trump's rhetoric towards the media. Investigative Reporter Greg Palast on tracking purged voters in Georgia.
2x176 - Kandist Mallett & Walter Masterson
December 2, 2020
Journalist and Columnist Kandist Mallett speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why Biden is calling for a "United America". Actor and Content Creator Walter Masterson on his experiences interviewing Trump supporters.
2x177 - Nia Miranda & Mark Titus
December 3, 2020
"Artivist" and businesswoman Nia Miranda speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about how art is the strongest form of change. Filmmaker Mark Titus on his new film The Wild.
2x178 - Nsé Ufot & Justin Horwitz
December 7, 2020
New Georgia Project CEO Nsé Ufot speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about what to expect in the Georgia runoff election. Really American PAC Founder Justin Horwitz on his grassroots efforts in the Georgia runoff elections.
2x179 - Brianna Wu & Gary Chambers Jr.
December 8, 2020
Rebellion PAC Executive Director Brianna Wu speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how the PAC's new ad speaks to working class Georgians. Publisher of the Rouge Collection Gary Chambers Jr. on his potential run for U.S. Congress.
2x180 - Larry Lessig & Steve Hofstetter
December 9, 2020
Professor of Law at Harvard Larry Lessig speaks with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about why he's worried about state legislatures attempting to hand the election to Trump. Comedian Steve Hofstetter on comedy during quarantine.
2x181 - Fritzi Horstman & Tom Bowmanspeak
December 10, 2020
Founder of the Compassion Prison Project Fritzi Horstman speaks with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about how trauma leads to incarceration. Author of What If Solving the Climate Crisis Was Simple Tom Bowman on how easy it is to solve climate change.
2x182 - Saru Jayaraman & Tamara Toles O'Laughlin
December 14, 2020
President of One Fair Wage Saru Jayaraman speaks with Mark Thompson on The Conversation about how restaurant staff face increased hostility during Covid-19. North American Directory of 350.org Tamara Toles O'Laughlin on what trading water means for future generations.
2x183 - Akela Lacy & Charles Coleman Jr.
December 15, 2020
Intercept Politics Reporter Akela Lacy speaks with Ryan Grim on The Conversation about the effort to end surprise hospital billing. Civil Rights Attorney Charles Coleman Jr. on how lawful black gun owners are treated unfairly in the U.S.