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Bryan Lanza
The Conversation - S3 - E57
Republican Strategist Bryan Lanza speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his time in the Trump administration.
The Conversation: Season 3 - 101 Episode s
3x7 - Shahid Buttar & Paul O'Brien
January 13, 2021
2020 Nancy Pelosi challenger Shahid Buttar speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about the condition of the American working class. Vice President of Oxfam America Paul O'Brien on the policy of poverty and income equality.
3x8 - Andy Hale & Yu Gu
January 14, 2021
Civil Rights Attorney Andy Hale speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about wrongful convictions in the United States. Filmmaker Yu Gu on her film A Woman's Work: The NFL's Cheerleader Problem.
3x9 - Pattie Gonia & Daniel Lee
January 19, 2021
Drag Queen Pattie Gonia speaks with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about intersectional environmentalism. Daniel Lee on why he's running for California State Senate.
3x10 - Bayan Joonam & Marley Clements
January 20, 2021
Documentary filmmakers Marley Clements & Bayan Joonam speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about why they decided to make a film about QAnon.
3x11 - Sheryl Ring & Sheldon Wilson
January 21, 2021
Tenants' Rights Attorney Sheryl Ring speaks with Jason Carter on The Conversation about eviction and the current housing crisis. Filmmaker Sheldon Wilson on his documentary Between Black and Blue.
3x12 - Graeme Maxton, Dr. Bernice Maxton-Lee, & Adam Green
January 25, 2021
Authors Graeme Maxton & Dr. Bernice Maxton-Lee speak with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about the radical changes needed to solve climate change. PCCC co-founder Adam Green on how progressive theory wins close elections.
3x13 - Mark Ranks & Brendan O'Connor
January 26, 2021
Author Mark Ranks speaks with Nando Vila on The Conversation about many Americans will spend time in poverty. Author Brendan O'Connor on how nativism fuels the far right.
3x14 - Catharine Torress, Liam Gude, & Chris Stewart
January 27, 2021
Biden Jubilee 100 Student Debt Strikers Catharine Torress and Liam Gude speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about how college students can go debt strike to raise awareness about canceling federal college loans. CEO of Brightbeam Chris Stewart on how progressive cities are failing to educate underserved populations.
3x15 - Akilah Cadet, Erin Feher, & Judith Browne Dianis
January 28, 2021
Akilah Cadet and Erin Feher speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about their their storytelling collaborative REP CO. Executive Director of The Advancement Project Judith Browne Dianis on how to achieve high impact policy change.
3x16 - Elvina Nawaguna & Dave Levinthal
February 1, 2021
Deputy Editor for Business Insider Elvina Nawaguna speaks with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about what has happened in D.C. since the capital riots. Correspondent for Business Insider Dave Levinthal on what it was like to experience President Biden's inauguration firsthand.
3x17 - Derrick Johnson
February 2, 2021
NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how the right wing has continually committed treason against the United States of America.
3x18 - Alexander Sammon & Ryan Grim
February 3, 2021
American Prospect Staff Writer Alex Sammon speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the latest updates on GameStop's stock situation. Washington Bureau Chief for The Intercept Ryan Grim on #forcethevote.
3x19 - Jennifer Farmer & Adjoa B. Asamoah
February 4, 2021
Author Jennifer Farmer speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about her new book First and Only: A Black Woman's Guide to Thriving at Work and In Life. Political Strategist Adjoa B. Asamoah on what it was like to mobilize African American voters.
3x20 - Celina Caesar-Chavannes & Dr. Abdul El-Sayed
February 8, 2021
Author Celina Caesar-Chavannes speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about the experience of being a black woman in politics. Author Dr. Abdul El-Sayed on his new book Medicare for All: A Citizen's Guide.
3x21 - Chuck Rocha & Zeke Stokes
February 9, 2021
Former Bernie Sanders Advisor Chuck Rocha speaks with Jonathan Larsen on The Conversation about how politicians are handling covid relief. Democratic Strategist Zeke Stokes on President Biden signing an executive order to repeal Trump's transgender military ban.
3x22 - Ali Noorani & Licinio Miranda
February 10, 2021
Only In America host Ali Noorani speaks with Jonathan Larsen on The Conversation about President Biden's immigration reforms. Historian Licinio Miranda on the story of Francisco José do Nascimento.
3x23 - Milton Allimadi
February 11, 2021
Black Star New CEO Milton Allimadi speaks with Ana Kasparian on The Conversation about the controversy around the recent election in Uganda.
3x24 - John Nichols & Sabrina Malhi
February 15, 2021
National Affairs Correspondent for The Nation John Nichols speaks with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about Trump's second impeachment trial. Journalist Sabrina Malhi on farm workers protesting in India.
3x25 - Frank Conniff & Tezlyn Figaro
February 17, 2021
Comedian Frank Conniff speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the impact of the progressive movement on President Biden's polices. Political Commentator Tezlyn Figaro on the current state of the Democratic Party.
3x26 - David Dayen & Hassan El-Tayyab
February 18, 2021
Executive Editor for the American Prospect David Dayen speaks with Ryan Grim on The Conversation about why President Biden's Department of Justice isn't pursuing legal action against Betsy Devos. Lead Mideast Lobbyist for the The Friends Committee on National Legislation Hassan El-Tayyab on the remaining questions concerning Biden's plan to end the war in Yemen.
3x27 - Dominick Izzo
February 22, 2021
Retired Police Officer & Radio Host Dominick Izzo speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why he no longer believes in QAnon.
3x28 - Michael Patrick Oristian
February 23, 2021
Michael Patrick Oristian speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about if Trump will form a third party.
3x29 - Lynn Tillman-Cherry & Marissa Hoechstetter
February 24, 2021
Chief Compliance Officer for Greenwood Lynn Tillman-Cherry speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about how black and latino communities have been underserved by traditional banks. Founder of Reform the Sex Crimes Unit Marissa Hoechstetter on how the Manhattan District Attorney's Office needs to be reformed.
3x30 - Saru Jayaraman & Amanda Nguyen
February 25, 2021
One Fair Wage's Saru Jayaraman speaks with Ryan Grim on The Conversation about the fight for minimum wage. Rise CEO & Founder Amanda Nguyen on why there has been an uptick in crime against the Asian American community.
3x31 - Zeke Stokes & Taylor Masamitsu
March 1, 2021
Democratic Strategist Zeke Stokes speaks with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about recent LGBTQ policy developments. Creating for Justice CEO Taylor Masamitsu on how volunteers are creating for justice.
3x32 - Ti-Hua Chang & Jeff Cohen
March 2, 2021
Ti-Hua Chang speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why hate crimes against Asians in the U.S. are on the rise. RootsAction's Jeff Cohen on the corporate conflicts of interest involving Neera Tanden.
3x33 - Amanda Makki & David Johns
March 3, 2021
Republican Strategist and Attorney Amanda Makki speaks with Dr. Rashad Richey on The Conversation about her main takeaways from CPAC 2021. Executive Director of the National Black Justice Coalition David Johns on the misinformation surrounding the Equality Act.
3x34 - Koa Beck & David Sirota
March 4, 2021
Author Koa Beck speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about how certain kinda of feminism became more acceptable than others. Journalist David Sirota on where things stand on increasing the federal minimum wage to an hour.
3x35 - Dave Levinthal & Amy Littlefield
March 8, 2021
Senior D.C. Correspondent for Insider Dave Levinthal speaks with Jonathan Larsen on The Conversation about his long conversation with the MyPillow guy, Mike Lindell. Journalist Amy Littlefield speaks with Jonathan Larsen on The Conversation about how access to abortion services has been severely limited during the pandemic.
3x36 - Ben Jealous
March 9, 2021
President of People for the American Way Ben Jealous speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about protecting Biden nominees who are women of color.
3x37 - Trey Radel & Ross Benes
March 10, 2021
Radio Show Host Trey Radel speaks with Dr. Rashad Richey on The Conversation about why he thinks the government should not force people to wear masks during a global pandemic. Author Ross Benes on how Nebraska came to be a Republican stronghold.
3x38 - Harvey Kaye & Cristina Tzintzún Ramirez
March 11, 2021
Jolt Chief Strategy Officer Cristina Tzintzún Ramirez speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about why Texas has been so aggressively anti-science during the covid-19 pandemic. Harvey Kaye on Amazon workers union drive in Alabama.
3x39 - Ed Martin
March 15, 2021
Ed Martin speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why he thinks the January 6th insurrection in D.C. was a "hoax".
3x40 - Ti-Hua Chang
March 15, 2021
Ti-Hua Chang speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his outstanding work on climate change for TYT Investigates.
3x41 - JT Wilde
March 16, 2021
JT Wilde speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his involvement with Qanon.
3x42 - Charles Coleman & Lucas Kunce
March 18, 2021
Civil Rights Attorney Charles Coleman speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about what we can expect from the trial of the police officer who is charged with murdering George Floyd. U.S. Senate Candidate Lucas Kunce on why he's running as a progressive populist in Missouri.
3x43 - Larry Lessig
March 22, 2021
Law Professor Larry Lessig speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the importance of the For the People Act.
3x44 - Ken Klippenstein & Irene Jiang
March 23, 2021
Journalist Ken Klippenstein speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why people are attacking 5G cell phone towers. Insider Reporter Irene Jiang on if the Atlanta shootings were a hate crime against Asian-Americans, women or both.
3x45 - Dominick Izzo
March 24, 2021
Retired Police Officer Dominick Izzo speaks with Dr. Rashad Richey on The Conversation about the criminal justice system and Black Lives Matter.
3x46 - Tara Samples & Eddie Kim
March 25, 2021
Akron City Councilwoman Tara Samples speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about Nina Turner's campaign for Congress. Mel Features Writer Eddie Kim on the intersection between masculinity and violence.
3x47 - David Johns & Dr. Cynthia Miller-Idriss
March 29, 2021
Author Dr. Cynthia Miller-Idriss speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about why racist extremism is rising in the U.S. Executive Director of the National Black Justice Coalition David Johns on Dr. Rachel Levine being the first openly transgender person to be confirmed by the U.S. Senate.
3x48 - David Dayen & Marcia Brown
March 30, 2021
David Dayen and Marcia Brown speak with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why CNN went after the American Prospect for questioning one of their stories.
3x49 - Park Cannon & Gerald Griggs
March 31, 2021
Georgia State Representative Park Cannon & her attorney Gerald Griggs speak with Dr. Richey on The Conversation about Rep. Cannon's arrest after knocking on the Governor's office door.
3x50 - David Sirota
April 1, 2021
Journalist David Sirota speaks with Ryan Grim on The Conversation about the company that killed the minimum wage.
3x51 - Howie Hawkins
April 5, 2021
2020 Green Party Candidate Howie Hawkins speaks with Ryan Grim on The Conversation about how current voting rights legislation could affect third party campaigns.
3x52 - Robert Greenwald & Faylita Hicks
April 5, 2021
President of Brave New Films Robert Greenwald speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about his new documentary Racially Charged: America's Misdemeanor Problem. Activist Faylita Hicks on how bouncing a check changed her life.
3x53 - Krystal Knight & Alex Sammon
April 6, 2021
Democratic Strategist Krystal Knight speaks with Ryan Grim on The Conversation about what it's going to take to make Washington DC a state. American Prospect Writer Alex Sammon on Amazon's the unique ability to shape the lives of Americans.
3x54 - Hal Lambert
April 7, 2021
Hal Lambert speaks with Dr. Richey on The Conversation about if corporate America should stay out of politics.
3x55 - Khalil Gibran Muhammad & Bridget Todd
April 8, 2021
Professor Khalil Gibran Muhammad speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about fairness and justice are not really present in America's criminal justice system. Communications Director for Ultraviolet Bridget Todd on how the Georgia voter suppression bill is based on disinformation.
3x56 - Eric Ward & Kevin Chavous
April 12, 2021
Executive Director of Western States Center Eric Ward speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about the upcoming White Lives Matter protest at the Ohio Statehouse. Democratic Strategist Kevin Chavous on the latest developments in the trial of the police officer charged with murdering George Floyd.
3x57 - Bryan Lanza
April 13, 2021
Republican Strategist Bryan Lanza speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his time in the Trump administration.
3x58 - Michael Starr Hopkins & Yelena Dzhanova
April 14, 2021
Democratic Strategist Michael Starr Hopkins speaks with Dr. Rashad Richey on The Conversation about the shooting of Daunte Wright. Business Insider Reporter Yelena on why "accidental discharge" of weapons is not uncommon for police officers.
3x59 - Mary Frances Berry & Abené Clayton
April 15, 2021
Guardian U.S. Reporter Abené Clayton speaks with David Shuster on The Conversation about gun violence in America. Professor Mary Frances Berry on the nomination of Kristen Clarke as Assistant Attorney General.
3x60 - Camila DeChalus & Jackie Statum Allen
April 19, 2021
Insider Senior Reporter Camila DeChalus speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about how the Biden Administration and Congress are dealing with immigration. Grantmaking Director for the Bush Foundation Jackie Statum Allen on how the Bush Foundation is committed to closing the racial wealth gap.
3x61 - Jamil Jaffer
April 20, 2021
National Security Institute Founder Jamil Jaffer speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the U.S. withdrawing troops from Afghanistan.
3x62 - Trey Radel
April 21, 2021
Radio Host Trey Radel speaks with Dr. Rashad Richey on The Conversation about the need for police reform.
3x63 - Jim Freeman & Roshni Nedungadi
April 26, 2021
Director of Social Movement Support Lab Jim Freeman speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about his new book Rich Thanks to Racism. Democratic Pollster Roshni Nedungadi on recent polling on discrimination in the AAPI community.
3x64 - Cullen Hoback
April 27, 2021
Filmmaker Cullen Hoback speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his new series that investigates the truth behind Qanon, 'Q: Into the Storm'.
3x65 - Scott Yenor
April 28, 2021
Author Scott Yenor speaks with Dr. Rashad Richey on The Conversation about feminism vs. traditional marriage.
3x66 - Sydney Ghazarian & Thea Riofrancos
April 29, 2021
DSA Organizers Sydney Ghazarian and Thea Riofrancos speak with Ana Kasparian on The Conversation about the importance of the pro act.
3x67 - Eliza Orlins & Scott Hechinger
May 3, 2021
Manhattan District Attorney Candidate Eliza Orlins speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about why she wants to change "prosecutorial industrial complex" in New York City. Lawyer and Activist Scott Hechinger on how his organization, Zealous, is making real change in communities of color.
3x68 - Jon Meacham
May 4, 2021
Author and Podcast Host Jon Meacham speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how his new podcast "Fate of Fact" explores the origins of disinformation in U.S. politics.
3x69 - Joe Collins III
May 5, 2021
CA-43 Congressional Candidate Joe Collins III speaks with Dr. Rashad Richey on The Conversation about why he's running against Maxine Waters.
3x70 - Angelo Carusone & Dana Byespeak
May 6, 2021
Media Matters President and CEO Angelo Carusone speaks with David Shuster on The Conversation about the decision to keep Trump banned from Facebook. Tax March Campaign Director Dana Bye on the tax changes in President Biden's proposed infrastructure legislation.
3x71 - Kim Snyder, Samantha Fuentes, & Cameron Kasky
May 10, 2021
"Us Kids" stars Samantha Fuentes and Cameron Kasky speak with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why they continue to advocate for comprehensive gun reform. "Us Kids" Director Kim Snyder speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about her new documentary that follows the survivors of the Parkland shooting.
3x72 - Nina Turner & Odessa Kelly
May 11, 2021
OH-11 Congressional Candidate Nina Turner speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about some updates from her campaign. Justice Democrat Odessa Kelly on her campaign for Congress.
3x73 - Canela López and Chris Stewart
May 12, 2021
Insider's Transgender Health Reporter Canela López speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about why violence towards transgender people is continuing to increase at an alarming rate. Host of the 8 Black Hands Podcast Chris Stewart on how critical race theory informs life in America.
3x74 - Jennifer Farmer & Steven Reed
May 13, 2021
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about how year-round community engagement can help ease tensions between citizens and the police. Nina Turner Campaign Advisor Jennifer Farmer on the recent attack ad that went after Nina Turner.
3x75 - David Hogg & Diallo Brooks
May 17, 2021
Activist David Hogg speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the lessons he's learned in starting a social movement after the Parkland shooting. People for the American Way Senior Director Field Mobilization Diallo Brooks on the Department of Justice nomination of Kristen Clarke.
3x76 - Dogan Uygur
May 18, 2021
"The Original Young Turk" Dogan Uygur speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why he decided to write a book about his life.
3x77 - Saru Jayaraman & David Tafuri
May 19, 2021
Former Obama Policy Advisor David Tafuri speaks with Dr. Rashad Richey on The Conversation about the United State's role in ending the violence in Israel and Palestine. One Fair Wage President Saru Jayaraman on how it is still possible that the federal minimum wage for tipped workers is still so low.
3x78 - John Haltiwanger & Andy Norman
May 20, 2021
Insider's Senior Politics Reporter John Haltiwanger speaks with David Shuster on The Conversation about how Biden's position on Israel is at odds with other Democrats. Author Andy Norman on his book Mental Immunity.
3x79 - Rob Mackey & Erica Smith
May 24, 2021
Intercept Report Rob Mackey speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how the "Riot Squad" has been reporting on protests. Candidate Erica Smith on her campaign for U.S. Senate.
3x80 - Randi Weingarten & Max Burns
May 25, 2021
Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how to go back to in-school learning. Daily Beast Columnist Max Burns on how to solve the problem of conservative democrats standing in the way of progressive legislation.
3x81 - Akilah S. Wallace & Rawn James Jr.
May 26, 2021
Faith in Texas Executive Director Akilah S. Wallace speaks with Dr. Rashad Richey on The Conversation about the new legislation that will eliminate the need to have a license to carry a gun. Attorney and Author Rawn James Jr on whether or not President Biden should add seats to the U.S. Supreme Court.
3x82 - Dr. Rashad Richey
May 27, 2021
Dr. Rashad Richey speaks with Ana Kasparian on The Conversation about the vision for his new show Indisputable.
3x83 - Zakiya Sankara-Jabar & Anneliese Brune
June 2, 2021
Zakiya Sankara-Jabar speaks with Dr. Rashad Richey on The Conversation about the dangers black student face in America. Writer and Editor Anneliese Bruner looks back at the Tulsa Race Massacre.
3x84 - Mustafa Tameez & Robin Bravender
June 3, 2021
Democratic Strategist Mustafa Tameez speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about how to train cops to change the culture inside police departments. Insider's Robin Bravender on how Trump could run for President and govern from jail.
3x85 - David Fisher & Craig Greiwe
June 7, 2021
Author David Fisher speaks with David Shuster on The Conversation about why he wanted to write a thriller novel about partisan politics. Craig Greiwe on how Rise Together educates Los Angeles with billboard messages.
3x86 - Gregg Daniel & Lizz Winstead
June 8, 2021
Actor Gregg Daniel speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about inclusion and diversity in acting. Abortion AF Founder Lizz Winstead on updates on the state of anti-abortion legislation.
3x87 - Ken Klippenstein & Bryan Osorio
June 9, 2021
The Intercept's Ken Klippenstein speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about tax leaks, the press, and the Biden administration handle. CA-21 Congressional Candidate Bryan Osorio on why he's running for Congress.
3x88 - Bo Shuff & Katie Canales
June 10, 2021
Executive Director of DC Vote Bo Shuff speaks with David Shuster on The Conversation about why DC should become the 51st state. Insider Tech Reporter Katie Canales on why Facebook decided to changes its rules about politicians and world leaders.
3x89 - Nicole Brener-Schmitz & Brianna Westbrook
June 14, 2021
Democratic Strategist Nicole Brener-Schmitz speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why Joe Manchin continues to listen to big donors instead of his constituents. Downballot Progress Senior Advisor Brianna Westbrook on how to hold Kyrsten Sinema accountable.
3x90 - Eric Ward & Tahanie Aboushi
June 15, 2021
Western States Executive Director Eric Ward speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why conservatives losing their minds over critical race theory. Candidate for Manhattan District Attorney Tahanie Aboushi on why she's running to reform how cases are prosecuted and respond to the root causes of crime.
3x91 - Canela López & Tatenda Musapatike
June 16, 2021
Insider Transgender Health Reporter Canela López speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why Pride month should return to its activist roots. Tatenda Musapatike on why Facebook is imposing tougher restrictions on politicians.
3x92 - Rafael Casal, Benjamin Turner, & Laura Packard
June 17, 2021
Health Care Voices Founder Laura Packard speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about why Republicans are continuing to attack Obamacare. Rafael Casal and Benjamin Turner on the new series Blindspotting.
3x93 - Rev. Dr. Liz Theoharis, Rev. Dr. William Barber, & Larry Lessig
June 21, 2021
Rev. Dr. Liz Theoharis and Rev. Dr. William Barber speak with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the voting rights marches that are happen to call out Joe Manchin and Mitch McConnell. Harvard Law Professor Larry Lessig on the current state of voting rights legislation.
3x94 - Jeff Ernsthausen & Amy Vilela
June 22, 2021
NV-1 Congressional Candidate Amy Vilela speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why she's challenging the incumbent Democrat in her district. ProPublica Data Reporter Jeff Ernsthausen on leaked IRS records that show how the rich avoid taxes.
3x95 - Elizabeth Hira & Max Burns
June 23, 2021
Brennan Center Spitzer Fellow Elizabeth Hira speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about updates on the status of HR1. Daily Beast Political Columnist Max Burns on why Mitch McConnell plans to stonewall President Biden's judicial nominees if the Democrats lose the Senate.
3x96 - Joel Burcat & John Bonifaz
June 24, 2021
Author Joel Burcat speaks with David Shuster on The Conversation about his new book Amid Rage. Free Speech for People Founder John Bonifaz on why Merrick Garland is backing Trump-era positions.
3x97 - Kara Eastman & Wisdom Cole
June 29, 2021
Interim National Director for Youth & College Division at the NAACP Wisdom Cole speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how black borrowers are most impacted by student loan debt. We Have the People PAC Founder Kara Eastman on why she started political action committee to support progressive candidates.
3x98 - Peter Coleman & Mike Rothschild
June 30, 2021
Lecturer and Author Peter Coleman speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about his new book The Way Out: How to Overcome Toxic Polarization. Mike Rothschild on his new book The Storm Is Upon Us: How Qanon Became a Movement, Cult, and Conspiracy Theory of Everything.
3x99 - Baroness Beeban Kidron & Mia Bloom
July 1, 2021
5Rights Foundation Baroness Beeban Kidron speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about how the twisted toy campaign highlights online predatory practices. Author Mia Bloom on her book Pastels and Pedophiles: Inside the Mind of QAnon.
3x100 - Sharon Lerner & Ryan Barber
July 6, 2021
Intercept Investigative Reporter Sharon Lerner speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about pesticide companies' toxic influence on the EPA. Justice Correspondent for Insider Ryan Barberon how Trump's Bookkeeper could take him down.
3x101 - Chris Hansen & Anthony L. Fisher
July 7, 2021
Haitian President Jovenel Moïse is assassinated at his home in Port-au-Prince. Australia’s largest city locks down for a third week. Scientists estimate Canada’s latest heat wave caused the deaths of one billion seashore animals. Iceland’s four day work week trial produces successful results. A new book reveals Trump told General John Kelly, “Hitler did a lot of good things.”
3x102 - Pedro Andrade & Varun Nikore
July 8, 2021
Journalist and Host Pedro Andrade speaks with David Shuster on The Conversation about his new Show Unknown Amazon. AAPI Victory Fund President Varun Nikore son Andrew Yang's run for Mayor of New York City.
3x103 - Chris Larson & Jonathan Metzl
July 12, 2021
State Senator Chris Larson speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why he's running to for the U.S. Senate. Jonathan Metzl on how gun violence is raging out of control in the U.S.
3x104 - Josh Bernstein
July 13, 2021
TV Talk Show Host Josh Bernstein speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the 2020 election.
3x105 - JD Scholten & Kimberly Leonard
July 14, 2021
JD Scholten speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his new PAC ruralvote.org. Kimberly Leonard on why lawmakers are going on privately-funded expensive trips.
3x106 - Amy Wilentz & Sonia Kennebeck
July 15, 2021
Author Amy Wilentz speaks with David Shuster on The Conversation about why she feels Haiti has been abandoned by the media, the U.S. and the world. Filmmaker Sonia Kennebeck on her new documentary Enemies of the State.
3x107 - Mustafa Tameez & Jamil Jaffer
July 19, 2021
Democratic Strategist Mustafa Tameez speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about if teaching empathy when training police can make a help make communities safer. National Security Institute Executive Director Jamil Jaffer speaks on leaked documents that reveal Russian authorities thought Donald Trump could destabilize the U.S.