3x189 - September 28, 2020

September 28, 2020

New reporting by The New York Times reveals Donald Trump paid a measly in federal income taxes the year he won the presidency. Tax documents obtained by The Times show a pattern of Trump declaring high losses to avoid paying any taxes. As the political world reacts, the President freaks out on Twitter. Conservative favorite Amy Coney Barrett has been named as President Trump’s 3rd Supreme Court Nominee. If confirmed, Barrett would likely strip healthcare protections brought by the ACA. Early voting data suggests Democrats are turning out in bigger numbers than their Republican counterparts.

3x190 - September 29, 2020

September 29, 2020

White House Deputy Press Secretary Brian Morgenstern short circuits defending Trump’s taxes on CNN. A judge in Kentucky has ordered the release of grand jury recordings in the Breonna Taylor case. Data obtained by Channel 4 news shows the Trump 2016 campaign compiled files on nearly 200 million American voters. Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross has vowed to defy a judge's order to continue the Census through the end of October. The USPS has admitted to an “inexplicable error’ in updating 1.8 million changes of address. Registered Independent Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has endorsed Joe Biden for president.

3x191 - September 30, 2020

September 30, 2020

During a dumpster fire of a debate last night, Donald Trump told extremist group the Proud Boys to, “stand by and stand back.” White Supremacist groups celebrate the president’s refusal to condemn their ideology. Biden goes out of his way to remind viewers how UNprogressive he is. Polls show viewers found Trump’s behavior “crackhead” like. Former aides to the President reveal he privately mocks his Christian supporters. Trump Max Burns joins to discuss the coronavirus Senate hearings.

3x192 - October 1, 2020

October 1, 2020

After Tuesday’s disaster, the Commission on Presidential Debates has announced it will be changing the rules for the next two debates. CNN reports Donald Trump was surprised to hear how badly he did on Tuesday's night. Katie Porter uses her “mighty whiteboard of truth” to eviscerate a pharmaceutical executive over price gouging. An FBI report dated the day of the presidential debate warns of a “violent extremist threat” posed by the far-right militia group the Boogaloos. An internal DHS memo reveals the department’s efforts to portray Kyle Rittenhouse in a sympathetic light. Supreme Court Nominee Amy Coney Barrett has said she will not recuse herself from any cases related to the outcome of the 2020 election. Derek Black discusses his new book, Schoolhouse Burning.

3x193 - October 2, 2020

October 2, 2020

After months of downplaying the virus, President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump have tested positive for COVID-19. New reporting from The New Yorker reveals Kimberly Guilfoyle left Fox News after an assistant accused her of sexual harassment. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Brett and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week. David Shimer discusses his new book, Rigged: America, Russia, and One Hundred Years of Covert Electoral Interference. Representative Ro Khanna joins to talk about his new bill.

3x194 - October 5, 2020

October 5, 2020

Conflicting messages have emerged surrounding President Trump’s health as he continues to be treated for Coronavirus. The White House has released some bizarre photos from Walter Reed, purportedly showing Trump hard at work. Kayleigh McEnany has become the latest White House Official to test positive for COVID-19. A new poll conducted after last week’s debate has Joe Biden leading the president by double digits. Jonathan Metzl discusses what Trump’s battle with COVID-19 means for the country.

3x195 - October 6, 2020

October 6, 2020

The president puts his remaining healthy staff at risk by returning to the White House. After a shaky appearance on the White House Balcony, Fox News rushes to portray the president as strong. Tomi Lahren mocks Biden for wearing a mask because it’s...feminine??? With their candidate down in crucial swing states, the Trump campaign is discussing plans to appoint its own state electors. Kristin Urquiza discusses her work to hold elected officials accountable on COVID-19.

3x196 - October 7, 2020

October 7, 2020

While being treated on the taxpayers dime, Trump announced he is abandoning talks on Coronavirus stimulus relief. The President goes on a Twitter rampage claiming Democrats want to “SHUT YOUR CHURCHES DOWN”. Stephen Miller becomes the latest Trump official to test positive for Covid-19. The Vice Presidential debate is set to take place with a number of precautions. Cenk makes a BOLD prediction on the upcoming election. California experiences its first “Gigafire”. Parker Molloy joins to talk about her latest work for Media Matters.

3x197 - October 8, 2020

October 8, 2020

Court documents reveal the FBI thwarted a plot to violently overthrow the government and kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. At last night’s VP debate, Mike Pence evaded questions on a peaceful transfer of power, climate change, and abortion rights. Kamala Harris defended fracking despite previously supporting a ban. On CNN, Rick Santorum interrupted Gloria Borger as she tried to discuss Pence interrupting during the debate. Donald Trump says he won’t participate in the next debate if it’s virtual. Parents and other victims of the school shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High school are being asked to turn over their psychiatric records as part of a lawsuit against the Broward school district.

3x198 - October 9, 2020

October 9, 2020

Trump coughs and mutes his mic during an appearance on Hannity. Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Congressman Jamie Raskin introduce a bill to form a commission that would rule on the president's fitness for office. Fox announces Trump will undergo a “medical evaluation” during his interview with Tucker Carlson today. Reporting from NBC reveals Trump forced personnel at Walter Reed to sign NDAs after his mysterious visit last year. New polls show Trump’s support is down across the country. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Brett and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week. Jenna Arnold joins to discuss the upcoming election.

3x199 - October 12, 2020

October 12, 2020

The Senate Judiciary Committee begins hearings in the confirmation of Supreme Court Nominee Amy Coney Barrett. Reporting from The NYT reveals Trump floated RIPPING OPEN HIS SHIRT TO REVEAL A SUPERMAN SHIRT on his departure from Walter Reed. Trump tweets that California and New York are “going to hell.” California's Secretary of State is investigating reports that the CA Republican Party has set up unauthorized ballot drop boxes in several major counties. Ted Cruz voices his concern for a Democratic sweep in November. Climate activist Greta Thunberg endorses Joe Biden for president. Chuck Rocha joins to discuss "Dispatches from the Battleground".

3x200 - October 13, 2020

October 13, 2020

During day 2 of her confirmation hearings, SC Nominee Amy Coney Barrett evades questions on systematic racism, Trump delaying the election, and Roe v. Wade. An examination of Coney Barrett’s past rulings reveals she upheld the dismissal of a Black employee who sued after being called the n-word at work. Covid-stricken Trump claims he’s “immune” to the virus and threatens to kiss attendees at his mega rally in Florida. A US circuit court filled entirely with Trump appointees has upheld Texas Governor Gregg Abbott's order to limit ballot drop off locations to one per county. Jenny Rickard discusses the college application process in the time of Coronavirus.

3x201 - October 14, 2020

October 14, 2020

The hearings in the confirmation of SC nominee Amy Coney Barrett continue into their third day. Twitter has suspended numerous accounts for posing as Black Trump supporters. Fresh out of the hospital Trump calls vulnerable seniors “expendable”. The federal prosecutor tasked to review Obama-era "unmasking" efforts has quietly completed his investigation without bringing any charges. Trump’s campaign is defending a new ad containing a misleading edit of Dr. Anthony Fauci. Mitch McConnell laughs maniacally while opponent Amy McGrath calls out his lack of leadership on Covid. Oliver Laughland joins to discuss his recent series for The Guardian.

3x202 - October 15, 2020

October 15, 2020

Amid devastating polls, Trump attacks Nancy Pelosi’s mental capacity and calls Gretchen Whitmer a wannabe dictator. Lindsey Graham *jokes* about the “good old days of segregation” during Amy Coney Barrett’s confirmation hearings. Black Senate Candidates seek to diversify one of the whitest institutions in America. Trump supporters aren’t all that excited about a potential 2024 run if the president loses in November. States across the country are reporting rising COVID infection rates. A new ad from the Biden campaign makes a powerful argument for voting. Adam Christensen discusses his race for FL-3.

3x203 - October 16, 2020

October 16, 2020

Donald Trump refuses to denounce QAnon at his poorly-rated town hall. The President continues to spread misinformation on Twitter. Dianne Feinstein praises Lindsey Graham’s “leadership” during Amy Coney Barrett’s confirmation hearings. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Brett and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week. Dr. Wendy Osefro joins to discuss the #EndSARS movement.

3x204 - October 19, 2020

October 19, 2020

A NYT investigation finds staffers at The New York Post raised objections to the paper’s publication of an article claiming Joe Biden used his position as VP to enrich his son Hunter. As COVID-19 infections continue to rise, Dr. Fauci sits down with 60 Minutes to discuss Trump’s response. New reporting by The Wall Street Journal reveals Facebook’s 2017 algorithm update intentionally drove traffic away from left-leaning outlets. Mere weeks after a plan to kidnap Governor Gretchen Whitmer was foiled, Trump leads his followers in a chant of “Lock her up!“. The #MyNameIs hashtag takes off in response to the right’s continued mispronunciation of Senator Harris’ name. Reporter Kenya Evelyn joins to discuss the fight for Black voter rights in Florida.

3x205 - October 20, 2020

October 20, 2020

Data from The NYT shows 72% of likely voters support the passage of a new stimulus package. States across the country are shattering previous early voting records. A new poll asks voters their opinion of QAnon. The Commission on Presidential Debates announced they will mute both Joe Biden and Donald Trump during their debate this Thursday. Trump’s personality test reveals he is a ESTP, whatever that means.

3x206 - October 21, 2020

October 21, 2020

3x207 - October 22, 2020

October 22, 2020

New details emerge surrounding Trump’s interview with Lesley Stahl. “America’s Mayor” Rudy Giuliani attempts to explain his unusual appearance in the new Borat movie. Fox & Friends considers how Trump can steer tonight’s debate back to Hunter Biden. The former VP speaks with 60 Minutes about his plans for the Supreme Court. A complaint filed by multiple Human Rights groups alleges US immigration officers tortured Cameroonian asylum seekers. New financial forms show the Trump campaign is badly outgunned by the Biden campaign. Mary Ziegler joins to discuss the Amy Coney Barrett hearings.

3x208 - October 23, 2020

October 23, 2020

Last night’s debate saw Trump abdicate responsibility for the Coronavirus crisis and claim he’s “the least racist person in the room”. As initial polling shows Biden coming out on top, Trump searches Twitter for good reviews. Video of Rudy Giuliani’s appearance in the new Borat film drops, and it’s disturbing...obviously. Despite visible bruises and bandages, Mitch McConnell says there are “no concerns” regarding his health. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Brett and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week.

3x209 - October 26, 2020

October 26, 2020

At least 5 aides to Vice President Mike Pence have tested positive for COVID-19. A new ad from Meidas Touch reminds voters of Trump’s failed promises on Healthcare. The president takes to Twitter as Coronavirus numbers continue to spike across the country. Leslie Stahl’s much-hyped interview with Trump finally airs on 60 Minutes. #FakeMelania trends again this weekend after pictures emerge of “Melania” and Trump boarding Marine One in Nashville. John and Francesca break down what’s at stake next Tuesday. David Daley joins to discuss how the GOP keeps cheating its way into power.

3x210 - October 27, 2020

October 27, 2020

Using hard evidence gathered from Google Trends, Trump and Fox & Friends promote the idea that Americans who have already voted are trying to change their Biden votes to Trump votes. Rather than provide COVID-19 relief, the Senate has confirmed Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court in a near party-line vote. In a move that could disenfranchise voters across the state, the Supreme Court has ruled that ballots in Wisconsin can not be counted if they are not received by 8pm on election day. The White House sends JARED out to recruit Black voters. New reporting shows Wall Street has poured millions of dollars into the campaign of AOC’s Republican challenger. CNN has recovered audio from 2015 in which Press Secretary Kayliegh McEnany describes Joe Biden as "funny and likable" and a "man of the people". Arisha Hatch joins to discuss Color of Change’s work in the run up to the election.

3x211 - October 28, 2020

October 28, 2020

As infection rates continue to rise, the White House’s science policy office ranks “ending the Covid-19 pandemic” atop the list of President Donald Trump’s top first-term accomplishments. Hundreds of Trump supporters are left out in the cold at a rally in Nebraska. The number of women alleging misconduct by the ICE “uterus collector” nearly triples. Rudy Giuliani flips out during an interview on Fox. Kim Kardashian comes under fire after posting about her lavish birthday party. Kanye shares his thoughts on the recent Star Wars movies. Dr. Cynthia Miller-Idriss discusses her new book. HATE IN THE HOMELAND: The New Global Far Right.

3x212 - October 29, 2020

October 29, 2020

With voting rights under threat across the country, Trump insists all ballots be counted by November 3rd. Chuck Todd “both sides” the pandemic. Audio obtained by CNN shows just how dumb Jared Kushner is. Tucker Carlson MISPLACES “incriminating” documents that would harm Joe Biden. New polling shows an extremely tight race between Jon Ossoff and David Perdue in Georgia. Anthony L. Fisher discusses his latest op-ed for Business Insider.

3x213 - October 30, 2020

October 30, 2020

New polling suggests young people are turning out in record numbers to vote. The Trump administration continues to politicize and undermine efforts to combat climate change. Republicans get triggered by AOC’s Vanity Fair cover. Georgia Senator David Perdue pulls out of the final debate between him and opponent Jon Ossoff. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Brett and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week.

3x214 - November 2, 2020

November 2, 2020

The FBI is investigating an incident in which Trump supporters swarmed a Biden-Harris campaign bus traveling through Texas. Trump takes to Twitter to praise the participants. Further examination shows a pattern of this kind of tactic among Trump supporters. A new study out of Stanford University determines Trump rallies held during the pandemic have resulted in over 700 deaths. President Trump has reportedly told advisors he will declare victory on Tuesday night before all the votes are counted. Trump supporters chant “Fire Fauci” at a rally in Florida.

3x215 - November 3, 2020 - Election Day 2020 - Part 1

November 3, 2020

The day has finally come! Gear up with John Iadarola and Ana Kasparian! Democracy is on the brink of collapsing as Trump cronies are guarding the polls. Larry Krasner has a warning for any 'wannabe fascists'. Fox and Friends continue to spoonfeed Trump's easy questions. Kayleigh McEnany seriously thinks Trump will win over Black voters tonight. Donald Trump will most certainly be going to jail if he does not win the election. Deutsche Bank will give Trump the boot after the election.

3x216 - November 3, 2020 - Election Day 2020 - Part 2

November 3, 2020

Election coverage continues on The Damage Report. Cenk previews competitive races across the country. John and Cenk reveal their election pools.

3x217 - November 4, 2020

November 4, 2020

As votes continue to be counted, Donald Trump accuses the Democrats of trying to steal the election. Video of Bernie accurately predicting what would happen on election night goes viral. GOP Sources report the President threw a “temper tantrum” after seeing results favoring Joe Biden. A Fox News Poll shows Americans across the country hold progressive values. All members of “the Squad” won reelection last night, with progressives like Jamal Bowman and Cori Bush also picking up wins in their respective races. The Trump campaign files a lawsuit to end the count in Michigan.

3x218 - November 5, 2020

November 5, 2020

Trump’s election meltdown continues into Day 3. Protests break out in states where voting continues. Republican’s likely hold on the Senate is forcing Joe Biden’s transition team to rethink possible cabinet picks. At least one Senate race in Georgia is going to a run-off. Covid-19 infections reach new highs across the country.

3x219 - November 6, 2020

November 6, 2020

Joe Biden now leads the president in Georgia and Pennsylvania. As a Biden win becomes more and more likely, Trump loses it on Twitter. A memo obtained by CNN shows Fox News is instructing its anchors not to call Joe Biden the "President-elect" when the network calls the race. Two men in Philadelphia were arrested late Thursday after police received a tip that they were making threats against the center where mail-in votes are being counted. Greta Thunberg gets the last word in her Twitter exchange with the president. Election day saw wins for progressive policies across the country. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Brett and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week.

3x220 - November 9, 2020

November 9, 2020

In a fitting end to the Trump 2020 campaign, “Borat” star Rudy Giuliani holds a press conference at the Four Seasons Total Landscaping. Trump insiders scramble to raise money for the president’s legal defense. The president spreads election conspiracy theories on Twitter. As yet another Trump official tests positive for COVID-19, president-elect Joe Biden prepares to combat the virus. Trump loyalists react to the news of his loss in bizarre ways. John & Francesca predict what Trump will do in the lame duck session. Chuck Rocha joins to discuss the election.

3x221 - November 10, 2020

November 10, 2020

Trump continues to insist he can still win. White House officials have instructed federal agencies not to go ahead with transition activities. Tucker Carlson throws a fit after his own network fact checks Kayleigh McEnany. A Daily Show montage highlights Republican hypocrisy. Lindsey Graham warns his party if they don’t fight the results of this election there will “never be another Republican president elected again”. Trump makes history as the only one-term president to be impeached & lose the popular vote. Ken Klippenstein joins to discuss the election results.

3x222 - November 11, 2020

November 11, 2020

The Trump administration continues to block the transition process. Trump abandons what little governing he was doing prior to the election. Republicans across the country are desperate to find evidence of voter fraud. A new analysis reveals the dangerous effects of Trump’s climate policy. A former GOP County Commissioner inadvertently reveals he’s been posing as a Black Trump supporter on Twitter. Dave Levinthal discusses his latest reporting for Business Insider.

3x223 - November 12, 2020

November 12, 2020

Ken Klippenstein tricks Rick Grenell into giving a shout out to a war criminal. Amid speculation he plans to start his own conservative news channel, the president attacks Fox News on Twitter. Joe Biden choses Ron Klain to be his chief of staff. Covid-19 infection rates continue to hit new highs. The Biden campaign rolls out their immigration plan. Matt Gaetz very publicly hits on Tiffany Trump. David Cay Johnston joins to discuss the election results.

3x224 - November 13, 2020

November 13, 2020

Trump considers pardons for a whole roster of terrible people, including himself. The president spreads disproven conspiracy theories about voting machines on Twitter. Rand Paul urges those who have had Covid-19 to “throw away their masks, go to a restaurant.” Not surprisingly, at least 5 people who were aboard the first cruise ship in months have tested positive for Covid. Militia members gather in DC to engage in violence on behalf of Trump. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Brett and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week. John Paul Mejia joins to discuss the future of climate activism.

3x225 - November 16, 2020

November 16, 2020

9 days after the election was called for Joe Biden, Trump CONTINUES to deny reality. The Trump campaign’s baseless lawsuits alleging voter fraud draw reprimand from the judges forced to hear them. Coronavirus cases and deaths are up across the country. After the president tweets his support of OANN, his supporters chant, “Fox News Sucks.” at a MAGA rally in DC. Rep-elect Cori Bush is mistakenly called Breonna Taylor by her Congressional colleagues. Candace Owens gets triggered by men in dresses. Alexandra Rojas joins to discuss how Justice Democrats plans to keep the pressure on Biden.

3x226 - November 17, 2020

November 17, 2020

3x227 - November 18, 2020

November 18, 2020

As his campaign shells out the millions needed for a Wisconsin recount, the president zeroes in on Michigan. Rudy Giuliani argues Mickey Mouse could be committing voter fraud in Pennsylvania. Nancy Pelosi secures the nomination to maintain her role as Speaker. Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley tests positive for Coronavirus. Charlie Kirk claims “the Left has always hated Thanksgiving.”

3x228 - November 19, 2020

November 19, 2020

Trump targets a vote certification in Michigan in a doomed bid to block Biden’s win in the state. Trump’s senior legal adviser is forced to backtrack previous comments she made about the president. Kayleigh McEnany calls covid restrictions ""Orwellian"" A new lawsuit alleged Tyson managers bet money on how many of their workers would contract Covid-19. AOC voices the frustrations of millions of Twitter users. A poll by Monmouth university finds Americans are more happy about Trump’s loss than Biden’s win. Anthony Fisher joins to discuss if drugs were the real winner on election night.

3x229 - November 20, 2020

November 20, 2020

Trump continues his doomed attempt to overturn votes in Michigan. Several Republicans Senators criticize the president’s refusal to accept the election results. Two lawsuits in New York State focused on Trump’s businesses have expanded to include tax write-offs that appear to have gone to Ivanka. The CDC asks Americans to cancel their Thanksgiving travel plans. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Brett and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week. Elie Mystal joins to discuss his latest reporting for The Nation.

3x230 - November 23, 2020

November 23, 2020

Michigan Republicans continue to delay the certification of votes in the state. The Trump campaign distances themselves from “elite strike force team” member Sidney Powell. As Americans gather across the country for Thanksgiving, inmates in El Paso are forced to move bodies into morgues. Fox & Friends pretends to be surprised by Joe Biden’s cabinet nominations. Biden is expected to nominate his longtime advisor Antony Blinken for Secretary of State. Ankur Jain joins to discuss his work with Kairos.

3x231 - November 24, 2020

November 24, 2020

Although the President still refuses to concede, the transition has “officially” begun. Laura Ingraham and Tucker Carlson begrudgingly accept defeat. Dianne Feinstein steps down as the lead Democrat on the Senate Judiciary Committee. Climate campaigners respond to Biden choosing John Kerry as his Climate Envoy. Despite warnings from the CDC, millions of Americans are traveling for Thanksgiving. Find out what John, Ana and you (yes, you!) are thankful for this year. Dave Levinthal joins to discuss the possibility of a Trump “truth” commission.

3x232 - November 25, 2020

November 25, 2020

The Trump administration is set to finalize 36 major rules in the next 3 months. Matt Gaetz urges the president to use his pardon power “effectively and robustly”. The OMB intends to reclassify the majority of its employees as “Schedule F”, stripping them of job protections. Biden confirms he’s considering nominating a Republican for a role in his cabinet. Right Wing Media Outlets compete to be the ABSOLUTE WORST. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Jayar and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week. Heather Dugon discusses her new book, THE FRIENDSHIP UPGRADE.

3x233 - November 30, 2020

November 30, 2020

Trump races to inflict maximum damage before he leaves office. The president calls Twitter a national security threat as #DiaperDon trends across the website. The assassination of Iran’s top nuclear scientist throws US-Iran relations into further turmoil. RNC chair Ronna McDaniel pleads with Georgia voters to vote in the January runoffs. President-elect Joe Biden makes more staffing announcements.

3x234 - December 1, 2020

December 1, 2020

Republicans self-sabotage their efforts to win in Georgia’s Senate runoffs. Trump lawyer Joe diGenova calls for the execution of DHS whistleblower Chris Krebs. Dr. Scott Atlas resigns his position advising Trump on COVID-19. 80 organizations sign a letter urging President-elect Biden to end US involvement in the war in Yemen. Conspiracies abound after Joe Biden breaks his foot while playing with his dog. Ben Shapiro gets triggered by a holiday romcom. Frederick Joseph joins to discuss his new book, THE BLACK FRIEND.

3x235 - December 2, 2020

December 2, 2020

Trump continues to make unsubstantiated claims of voter fraud in Georgia. Newly released court documents show the Justice Department is investigating a bribery scheme involving money directed to the White House in exchange for presidential pardons. Obama criticizes “snappy slogans” in an interview with Vanity Fair. Former Trump campaign manager Brad Parscale says Trump’s presidency was “one choice away from perfect.” AOC responds to Joe Manchin’s comments in the New York Times. Ken Klippenstein joins to discuss his FOIA lawsuits.

3x236 - December 3, 2020

December 3, 2020

Trump’s voter fraud witnesses appear to be less than credible. The Covid death toll reaches its highest number since May. Total deaths nationwide are up 19% from the period between March & November. David Perdue and Kelly Loeffler compete to be the WORST Republican running in the Georgia runoffs. Fox News praises large maskless crowds protesting outside a closed Staten Island bar. Charles Coleman Jr. joins to discuss how Biden can make good on his promises to Black voters.

3x237 - December 4, 2020

December 4, 2020

The latest iteration of the bipartisan covid relief bill fails to meet the basic needs of Americans. Tucker Carlson claims Covid-19 is just the latest in the left’s ongoing war on Christmas. 250 million Indians take to the streets to protest agricultural deregulation. Fox News loses it over AOC’s new “Tax the Rich” merch. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Brett and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week.

3x238 - December 7, 2020

December 7, 2020

Trump considers his options for inauguration day. Rudy Giuliani becomes the latest member of Trump’s inner circle to test positive for Covid-19. Yet another voter fraud witness turns out to be a criminal. Kelly Loeffler & Raphael Warnock debate in Georgia. Biden nominates California AG Xavier Becerra to run HHS. Public focus turns to another possible Covid symptom. Tom LoBianco joins to discuss how the Trump family is trying to secure their political dynasty.

3x240 - December 9, 2020

December 9, 2020

Trump says it’s “terrific” that nearly 15% of Americans have contracted coronavirus. ICUs reach capacity across the country. Four of the 10 most populous counties in Georgia are reducing voting locations for January’s Senate runoff races. New reporting reveals Joe Biden is considering appointing Pete Buttigieg to be the US ambassador to China. Kelly Loeffler isn’t even the only person IN HER MARRIAGE to profit off of Covid. The Arizona GOP asks if Republicans are willing to DIE for Trump’s cause. Tom Bowman discusses his new book, What if Solving the Climate Crisis Is Simple?.

3x241 - December 10, 2020

December 10, 2020

Sidney Powell’s Kraken has finally been slain. Melania packs up the White House. Rudy Giuliani leaves the hospital after receiving the same monkey meds the president did. Covid-19 deaths hit an all-time high. Republicans push to strip workers of protections. Bombshell reporting from The New Yorker details Senator Dianne Feinstein’s declining mental capacities. If you want to assault your face with your mask, BOY DO WE HAVE THE PRODUCT FOR YOU! Max Burns joins to discuss Biden’s pick for Sec. of State.

3x242 - December 11, 2020

December 11, 2020

Mitch McConnell holds up coronavirus aid over corporate liability protections. The federal government forgoes 130-year precedent to execute Branden Bernard. A Texas lawmaker files legislation allowing Texans to vote to secede. The US approaches 300,000 covid deaths. Joe Biden & Kamala Harris are named Time ‘Person of the Year’. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Brett and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week.

3x243 - December 14, 2020

December 14, 2020

A nurse in NYC becomes the first American to receive the Covid-19 vaccine. Trump remains indignant as the electoral college meets to formally choose Joe Biden as the next president. Voting begins in Georgia’s special election. The Warnock campaign releases a new ad. A high school in Texas opens a grocery store for students. Pete Buttigieg becomes a leading contender for yet another position in the Biden administration. Dave Levinthal joins to discuss Trump’s debts & Biden’s inauguration.

3x244 - December 15, 2020

December 15, 2020

President-elect Joe Biden addresses the nation after his win is confirmed by the electoral college. Yet another White House Official battles coronavirus. AOC defends a NYC paramedic after the NY Post puts her safety and employment at risk. A record-number of Georgians have already voted in January’s Senate runoffs. A new study shows how police have misused & abused civil asset forfeiture laws. Adrienne Lawrence joins to discuss SCOTUS’s ruling on Military rape statute of limitations.

3x245 - December 16, 2020

December 16, 2020

Just days after AG Barr announces his resignation, Trump considers sacking his replacement. Reports suggest Congress is “on the brink” of passing a pared-down covid rescue package. Joe Biden is set to nominate Pete Buttigieg to be Transportation Secretary. A new study reveals disparities in how PPP loans were distributed Only a tiny fraction of invitees showed up to Mike Pompeo’s super-spreader Christmas party. Senator Nina Turner joins to discuss her run for Ohio’s 11th congressional seat.

3x246 - December 17, 2020

December 17, 2020

Progressives in Congress fight for survival checks. Leaked emails reveal top Trump officials demanded a “herd immunity” strategy to combat the virus. Nearly everything Covid-19 task force leader Mike Pence said re:covid has proven to be false. After contracting coronavirus at a maskless White House party, Chris Christie releases a PSA urging Americans to mask-up. The Biden administration is on track to save billions by halting production of the border wall. Wedding photographers detail their dangerous working conditions.

3x247 - December 18, 2020

December 18, 2020

Trump sides with Democrats pushing for larger stimulus checks. Governors and health officials in more than a dozen states complain about getting fewer vaccine doses than they expected. Joe Biden picks Representative Deb Haaland to be Secretary of the Interior. Tucker Carlson begins his misinformation campaign against the vaccine. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Brett and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week.

3x248 - December 21, 2020

December 21, 2020

Senior Trump officials express concerns that Trump might declare Martial law. Congress reaches a deal on a billion covid relief package. A new Covid variant emerges in the U.K. Wealthy Americans attempt to jump the line to receive vaccines. Kimberly Leonard joins to discuss the new Covid relief package.

3x249 - December 22, 2020

December 22, 2020

Congress passes a 5,000-page coronavirus relief bill a mere 2 hours after members receive it. Lindsey Graham pedals conspiracy theories about his old friend Joe Biden. Televangelist Pat Robertson implores Trump to accept the election results. The Biden coronavirus advisory team considers invoking the Defense Production Act. Ilhan Omar calls out politicians who received the Covid vaccine before their constituents. If you thought the Slap Mask was exciting, get ready for BLANC! Dr. Jonathan Metzl joins to discuss the vaccine rollout.

3x250 - December 23, 2020

December 23, 2020

The President demands changes to the Covid relief bill passed in Congress. Mike Pence criticizes Democrats for wanting to help poor Americans. Trump announces 20 new pardons and commutations. Pfizer reaches an agreement with the government to deliver an additional 100 million vaccine doses. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Jayar and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week.

3x251 - December 28, 2020

December 28, 2020

President Trump signs the Covid Relief bill after unemployment benefits lapse for millions of Americans. Investigators search for motives in the Nashville Christmas bombing. Lin Wood urges Georgia Republicans to boycott the Senate runoffs. Jack Tapper reveals he has banned Kayleigh McEnany from his show. Billionaires grow their wealth as a record number of Americans die from Covid. Tom LoBianco joins to discuss his latest story for Business Insider.

3x252 - December 29, 2020

December 29, 2020

The CASH Act, which includes ,000 direct payments, heads to the Senate after passing in the House. A Tyson manager speaks out after reports of managers betting on employee infections. Dr. Fauci responds to the U.S.’s failure to meet its vaccination goals. A sweeping eviction ban advances through the New York State Legislature. A Phoenix police officer threatens to kill the city’s mayor. Polling company Rasmussen Reports suggests Mike Pence could still yet steal the election for Trump. Jesselyn Cook discusses Instagram’s efforts to clamp down on covid vaccine misinformation.

3x253 - December 30, 2020

December 30, 2020

6 days out from the Senate runoffs, Trump continues to suggest Georgia’s election system is fraudulent. Hospitals across the country adjust to soaring covid numbers. Jim Jordan reveals his ignorance on Twitter. 2 officers involved in the shooting death of Breonna Taylor are terminated. Video goes viral of a woman falsely accusing a Black teenager of stealing her phone. GOP Congressman Luke Letlow dies of Covid aged 41.

3x254 - December 31, 2020

December 31, 2020

Over 2.5 million Georgians vote early in the state’s upcoming runoffs. 500 doses of the Moderna vaccine are thrown out in Wisconsin after not being properly refrigerated. Multiple people contract Covid after attending a Republican holiday party. A new survey shows just how Americans feel about 2020. It’s time to take out the trash! Find out who John, Brett and you (yes, you!) picked as the Garbage Person of the week.