Thu, 31 December 2020
On this Best of 2020: Sam hosts author, radio host, and Spy Magazine founder Kurt Andersen to discuss his latest book Evil Geniuses: The Unmaking of America: A Recent History and how the last 50 years have turned the clock back on economic equality and progress in America. Andersen and Sam begin their conversation discussing the power of nostalgia and how it took such a hold in American culture after the 60s counterrevolution and civil rights movement. The two continue their conversation discussing the Lewis Powell memo and how corporate leaders wanted to change public sentiment towards corporate capitalism. Sam also explains his appreciation of Andersen’s novel Turn of the Century and Andersen shares how his political attitudes changed during that period at the beginning of the 21st century. Andersen and Sam conclude the conversation as to what lies ahead for younger generations of Americans and how does Joe Biden help usher in change, maybe. |
Wed, 30 December 2020
Best of 2020: Juneteenth & the AOC Interview w/ Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez & Gerald Horne
On todays Best of: Sam hosts NY-14 congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (@AOC) to discuss her June 23rd primary and what to expect from the progressive caucus before the next round of Covid-19 relief. Historian Gerald Horne joins Sam to discuss the history of Juneteenth in the age of Trump. On today’s show: AOC’s closing campaign ad pitch for reelection: “A better world is possible.” NY-14 congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (@AOC) joins Sam to discuss her June 23rd primary and what to expect from the progressive caucus before the next round of Covid-19 relief. Why the finance industry is donating to AOC’s opponent, Michelle Caruso-Cabrera, the former CNBC anchor who lived in Trump tower before she carpet-bagged her way to Queens. The balance between local and national politics and the importance of mutual aid. The reasoning behind AOC’s votes on the CARES and HEROES acts. Why the progressive caucus isn’t always so progressive. Historian Gerald Horne joins Sam to discuss the history of Juneteenth in the age of Trump. The various steps that led to Texas finally abolishing slavery on June 19, 1865. The messy process of actually getting rid of unpaid labor. How revisionists have changed this history to fit a liberal narrative. How Juneteenth could be adopted as a national holiday and what it might look like. Check out Horne’s newest book, “The Dawning of the Apocalypse: The Roots of Slavery, White Supremacy, Settler Colonialism, and Capitalism in the Long Sixteenth Century.” |
Tue, 29 December 2020
On today's Best of: Sam hosts Stephen Wertheim, the Deputy Director of Research at the Quincy Institute, to discuss his new book, Tomorrow the World: The Birth of U.S. Global Supremacy and the political and intellectual history behind U.S. global hegemony post-WWII. Wertheim and Sam begin their interview by discussing the Monroe Doctrine’s implications and its role in defining the role of America’s assumption of global hegemony. Wertheim explains how the Council of Foreign Relations forecasted how to best distribute world power after WWII and how the American people would prosper under a “quartered” world. However, the CFR determined a quartered-ruled world was not a politically viable option. Wertheim teases out his thesis that interventionists and internationalists together realized that global dominion and a U.S. “world order” were essential to American exceptionalism and maintaining modern humanity. Sam and Wertheim also discuss post-War State Department planners arrived at founding the United Nations. Sam and Wertheim conclude their conversation with an assessment of what’s to come as American hegemony sundowns. |
Mon, 28 December 2020
On today's Best Of 2020: Sam hosts Pulitzer Prize-winning Yale Historian David Blight to discuss his recent biography of Frederick Douglass, Frederick Douglass: Prophet of Freedom, and how the Reconstruction era lives on in our contemporary politics. Sam and Blight take a deep dive into Frederick Douglass the orator and the ways his politics and activism altered between radical and pragmatism. Then Sam and Blight place Douglass in the larger historical context of reconstruction and post-reconstruction and how we are still living in the political reality forged after the Civil War. |
Thu, 24 December 2020
For today's best of 2020, Sam hosts Cornell Professor of American Institutions Suzanne Mettler to discuss her latest book, Four Threats: The Recurring Crises of American Democracy and what we can learn from history to understand American democracy’s vulnerabilities. Mettler and Sam explore the moments in American history when the citizenry was worried about “democratic deterioration” and democratic backsliding and what caused those concerns. Mettler explains how her book explores the ostensibly settled elements of democracy, like voting rights. Mettler and Sam also recount the Wilmington, North Carolina insurrection story in 1898 when white citizens massacred black citizens and formed a constitutional convention to institute poll taxes and anti-democratic systems. |
Wed, 23 December 2020
2493 - Trump Calls for $2000 Stimulus Checks As We Say Good Riddance to 2020 w/ Heather 'Digby' Parton
Sam hosts Heather "Digby" Parton (@digby56) of Salon.com and Hullabaloo to discuss the latest news on stimulus check negotiations and the year that was, as the MR team brings you its last live episode of 2020. On today's show: Before Trump blew up relief package, Pence rallying support for Georgia runoffs says Democrats want to make rich people poor and poor people comfortable. Trump criticizes Covid relief bill by listing off items in omnibus spending bill, says he could veto if direct checks aren't raised to $2k, suggests he could be president beyond January. Sam hosts Heather "Digby" Parton (@digby56) of Salon.com and Hullabaloo to discuss the latest news on stimulus check negotiations and the year that was. Trump's weird speech and helpful gift to Democrats (and working people). Jon Ossoff supports $2000 checks in CNN interview. Will McConnell dare to stand in the way? On the fun half: Amy Klobuchar says Trump threatening to veto Covid bill (and provide more relief money) is attack on Americans, Klobuchar says, of course, she wanted more direct payments but this was a negotiation. Pete Hegseth thanks Trump for pardoning Blackwater mercenaries who murdered 14 Iraqis in 2007. Mehdi Hasan asks Joe Crowley if AOC's main critique of Crowley as an establishment corporate Dem was accurate, given he immediately joined a lobby shop. Charlie Kirk says he deleted Twitter because he's tired of getting dunked on (also, he hasn't deleted his Twitter). Plus, a whole bunch of your calls and IMs! Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com Check out the Brand New Majority Report Merch Shop! https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ (Merch issues and concerns can be addressed here: majorityreportstore@mirrorimage.com) The AM Quickie is now on YouTube Subscribe to the AM Quickie at https://fans.fm/amquickie Make the AMQ part of your Alexa Flash Briefing too! You can now watch the livestream on Twitch Check out today's sponsors: Future Hindsight: The Future Hindsight team joins MR in wishing you all a very happy holiday season. If you haven’t yet, listen to their recent season on the opportunities to rebuild America in the wake of COVID 19. Subscribe to Discourse Blog, a newsletter and website for progressive essays and related fun partly run by AM Quickie writer Jack Crosbie. https://discourseblog.com/ Subscribe to AM Quickie writer Corey Pein’s podcast News from Nowhere, at https://www.patreon.com/newsfromnowhere Check out the Promised Land, an eco-socialist videogame Jamie sits on the advisory board of, at playthepromisedland.com Check out The Nomiki Show live at 3 pm ET on YouTube at patreon.com/thenomikishow Check out Matt’s podcast, Literary Hangover, at Patreon.com/LiteraryHangover, or on iTunes. Check out Jamie’s podcast, The Antifada, at patreon.com/theantifada, on iTunes, or at twitch.tv/theantifada (streaming every Wednesday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattLech @BF1nn
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Tue, 22 December 2020
Sam hosts Jeff Stein of the Washington Post and Elizabeth Pancotti of Employ America to discuss the toplines of the coronavirus relief bill passed yesterday in the House and Senate. Stein and Pancotti get into the nitty-gritty details of the bill and how it came to pass in the House and Senate. And in the Fun Half: Seb Gorka walks the Newsmax company line, the problematic YouTube algorithm, the theatrical left purity tests and the working-class left, support Brooklyn mutual aid group Supper Collective, Fox and Friends says Democrats want to keep you down, Prager U on why Robert E Lee should still have his statues, plus your calls and IMs! Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com Check out the Brand New Majority Report Merch Shop! https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ (Merch issues and concerns can be addressed here: majorityreportstore@mirrorimage.com) The AM Quickie is now on YouTube Subscribe to the AM Quickie at https://fans.fm/amquickie Make the AMQ part of your Alexa Flash Briefing too! You can now watch the livestream on Twitch Check out today's sponsor: sunsetlakecbd is a majority employee owned farm in Vermont, producing 100% pesticide free CBD products. Great company, great product and fans of the show! Use code GIFT25 and get 25% off at http://www.sunsetlakecbd.com Help yesterday's caller Elliot in Kansas and his family get back on their feet by donating here. Subscribe to Discourse Blog, a newsletter and website for progressive essays and related fun partly run by AM Quickie writer Jack Crosbie. https://discourseblog.com/ Subscribe to AM Quickie writer Corey Pein’s podcast News from Nowhere, at https://www.patreon.com/newsfromnowhere Check out The Nomiki Show live at 3 pm ET on YouTube at patreon.com/thenomikishow Check out Matt’s podcast, Literary Hangover, at Patreon.com/LiteraryHangover, or on iTunes. Check out Jamie’s podcast, The Antifada, at patreon.com/theantifada, on iTunes, or at twitch.tv/theantifada Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @NomikiKonst @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 6:21pm EST |
Mon, 21 December 2020
On today's show: Sam hosts Michael Sandel (@JusticeHarvard), Professor of Political Philosophy at Harvard University, to discuss his new book The Tyranny of Merit: What's Become of the Common Good?, on the shortcomings of the "meritocratic" system and what we can do to fix it. The myth of the American meritocracy has long been used to justify a set of policies that are antithetical to social mobility. Sandel traces the history of this ideology, shows why it's a lie, and most radically, interrogates why, even if the meritocracy were real, it would not produce a truly democratic society. McConnell celebrates passing stimulus: "help is on the way." On the fun half: Pelosi says she wishes $600 direct payments were bigger but they're still significant. Walking out of conference, Pelosi does not answer question about taking up Mnuchin bill. Biden Surgeon General nominee tempers expectations for vaccination timeline: "We want to be realistic." Lou Dobbs apologizes for defaming Smartmatic voting machines, runs news package exculpating Smartmatic (lawsuit pending). Talking about 1776 commission, Charlie Kirk says we should focus on good American history, not the bad stuff. Asked about Trump's meeting with Powell and Michael Flynn, Congressman John Curtis (UT-03) says they're just conversations, not revolutions. Plus, your calls and IMs! Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com Check out the Brand New Majority Report Merch Shop! https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ (Merch issues and concerns can be addressed here: majorityreportstore@mirrorimage.com) The AM Quickie is now on YouTube Subscribe to the AM Quickie at https://fans.fm/amquickie Make the AMQ part of your Alexa Flash Briefing too! You can now watch the livestream on Twitch Check out today's sponsors: GiveWell: For over ten years GiveWell.org has helped donors find the charities and projects that save and improve lives most per dollar. New GiveWell donors will have their first donation matched up to $250 when you go to GiveWell.org/MAJORITY and select PODCAST and Majority Report at checkout. Subscribe to Discourse Blog, a newsletter and website for progressive essays and related fun partly run by AM Quickie writer Jack Crosbie. https://discourseblog.com/ Subscribe to AM Quickie writer Corey Pein’s podcast News from Nowhere, at https://www.patreon.com/newsfromnowhere Check out The Nomiki Show live at 3 pm ET on YouTube at patreon.com/thenomikishow Check out Matt’s podcast, Literary Hangover, at Patreon.com/LiteraryHangover, or on iTunes. Check out Jamie’s podcast, The Antifada, at patreon.com/theantifada, on iTunes, or at twitch.tv/theantifada Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 4:59pm EST |
Fri, 18 December 2020
Sam hosts Benjamin Dixon (@BenjaminPDixon), host of the Benjamin Dixon show to discuss the biggest stories of the week including the pending coronavirus relief measures and how progressives can wield power in a Biden-led government. On today's show: Tucker Carlson muddies the waters on the vaccine and gives a pass to any skeptics out there. Sam hosts Benjamin Dixon (@BenjaminPDixon), host of the Benjamin Dixon show to discuss the biggest stories of the week including the pending coronavirus relief measures and how progressives can wield power in a Biden-led government. Big turnout in GA, the split within the GOP, and other factors that could help the Dems in the GA runoff elections. Where should the Dems go from here in Covid relief negotiations? Ben goes off on Jimmy Dore vs AOC. Jimmy Dore says nobody on left supports AOC anymore, it only took him two weeks to do something he does not specify. On the fun half: Sackler VP during opioid crisis says she can't think of how Perdue Pharma could've done anything differently during opioid crisis. Katie Porter calls BS on Sackler Perdue Pharma bankruptcy settlement during House hearing. Ainsley Earhardt doesn't understand why people leaving NY and CA for FL and TX don't suddenly become Republicans. World-class charismatic leader Kelly Loeffler deflects when asked if she will recognize Biden as president-elect. Dave Rubin says he's got nothing against trans people, it's their agenda that's so insidious. Plus, your calls and IMs. Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com Check out the Brand New Majority Report Merch Shop! https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ (Merch issues and concerns can be addressed here: majorityreportstore@mirrorimage.com) The AM Quickie is now on YouTube Subscribe to the AM Quickie at https://fans.fm/amquickie Make the AMQ part of your Alexa Flash Briefing too! You can now watch the livestream on Twitch Check out today's sponsors: Future Hindsight: Join host Mila Atmos’s conversation with Bernard Harcourt, author of The Counterrevolution: How our government Went to War Against Its Own Citizens. You’ll learn why the US has embraced a counterinsurgency governing paradigm Literati is the subscription book club that makes it easy to find unique and interesting books for your kids by delivering great stories straight to your doorstep. For a limited time, go to literati.com/majority for 25% off your first two orders. Magic Spoon is a new cereal company that’s discovered a way to recreate your favorite childhood cereals with 0 sugar, 12 grams of protein, and only 3 net grams of carbs in each serving. Go to magicspoon.com/majorityreport to grab a variety pack and try it today, and use promo code MAJORITYREPORT at checkout to get free shipping. Subscribe to Discourse Blog, a newsletter and website for progressive essays and related fun partly run by AM Quickie writer Jack Crosbie. https://discourseblog.com/ Subscribe to AM Quickie writer Corey Pein’s podcast News from Nowhere, at https://www.patreon.com/newsfromnowhere Check out The Nomiki Show live at 3 pm ET on YouTube at patreon.com/thenomikishow Check out Matt’s podcast, Literary Hangover, at Patreon.com/LiteraryHangover, or on iTunes. Check out Jamie’s podcast, The Antifada, at patreon.com/theantifada, on iTunes, or at twitch.tv/theantifada Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattLech @BF1nn |
Thu, 17 December 2020
Sam hosts David Dayen (@ddayen), the Executive Editor at The American Prospect, to discuss the latest developments on the Biden transition and the latest details of the bipartisan coronavirus relief package. On today's show: HHS emails reveal Trump appointee wanted "herd immunity" approach. Sam hosts David Dayen (@ddayen), the Executive Editor at The American Prospect, to discuss the latest developments on the Biden transition and the latest details of the bipartisan coronavirus relief package. The issues with taxes people will have to pay on unemployment checks vs the massive tax write-offs businesses will be able to take from the PPP. The problem with Biden's refusal to use executive orders and insistence that it's unconstitutional. Sean Duffy and Rachel Campos Duffy fear $600 relief checks mean people are going to be on the government dole forever. On the fun half: Pete Buttigieg waxes poetic on travel, says he's always been a train guy. Asked why corona virus relief has taken so long, Bernie Sanders directs blame at McConnell, GOP-held Senate, credits House progressives for getting direct payments. GOP Congressman Josh Hawley says people need direct support payments. Mark Warner explains UI and direct payment balance, is disappointed GOP wouldn't add money to relief bill but is proud of bipartisanship. Sarah Palin says Democrats are taking money from working people to people choosing not to work. Rand Paul is sounding the alarm about Georgia runoffs, those elections may attract typical non-voters to vote. Plus, your calls and IMs! Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com Check out the Brand New Majority Report Merch Shop https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ (Merch issues and concerns can be addressed here: majorityreportstore@mirrorimage.com) The AM Quickie is now on YouTube Subscribe to the AM Quickie at https://fans.fm/amquickie Make the AMQ part of your Alexa Flash Briefing too! You can now watch the livestream on Twitch Check out today's sponsors: BetterHelp gives you access to your own fully licensed and accredited therapist via phone, chat, or video. A lot of therapists elsewhere have long waitlists and it can take weeks or months before they can see you… But when you sign up with BetterHelp, they match you with a therapist based on your specific needs, and you’ll be communicating with them in less than 24 hours. BetterHelp is giving our audience 10% off their first month when you go to https://betterhelp.com/majorityreport Subscribe to Discourse Blog, a newsletter and website for progressive essays and related fun partly run by AM Quickie writer Jack Crosbie. https://discourseblog.com/ Subscribe to AM Quickie writer Corey Pein’s podcast News from Nowhere, at https://www.patreon.com/newsfromnowhere Check out The Nomiki Show live at 3 pm ET on YouTube at patreon.com/thenomikishow Check out Matt’s podcast, Literary Hangover, at Patreon.com/LiteraryHangover, or on iTunes. Check out Jamie’s podcast, The Antifada, at patreon.com/theantifada, on iTunes, or at twitch.tv/theantifada Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:28pm EST |
Wed, 16 December 2020
2488 - How UFC Fighters Created a New Class-Action Lawsuit & Breaking Down Student Loan Forgiveness w/ Marshall Steinbaum
Sam hosts University of Utah economics professor Marshall Steinbaum (@Econ_Marshall) to discuss the novel class-action lawsuit filed by UFC fighters against the league's parent company Zuffa, and why Biden should forgive student loan debt. On today's show: Asked to respond to Bernie Sanders' criticism of Democrats' self-negotiating, Manchin says this is a lifeline for people and there's opportunity to pass more relief. Sam hosts University of Utah economics professor Marshall Steinbaum (@Econ_Marshall) to discuss the novel class-action lawsuit filed by UFC fighters against the league's parent company Zuffa. The definition of "monopsony," how UFC fighters are using anti-trust law to assert their rights, and this suit's implications for gig workers going forward. Also: Why Biden should forgive student loan debt. On the fun half: Nina Turner shares campaign video for OH-11 seat. Hot mic: Ontario health ministers admit they read whatever is put before them during press conferences. Alberta Canada health official can't put mask on properly. Kayleigh MAGA-neny synthesizes her roles during White House press briefing. Maria Bartiromo says she has sources saying Trump still actually won the election. Charlie Kirk calls out McConnell, suggests GOP will lose Senate because McConnell congratulated Biden, explains when congrats are appropriate. Seb Gorka says Republicans need to be like 300 Spartans, vote in Georgia and says don't give up on Trump. Dave Rubin explains the love Trump and Melania feel for each other. MAGA trucker says Trump is going to win after Pence presides over alternative elector. Plus, your calls and IMs. Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com Check out the Brand New Majority Report Merch Shop https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ (Merch issues and concerns can be addressed here: majorityreportstore@mirrorimage.com) The AM Quickie is now on YouTube Subscribe to the AM Quickie at https://fans.fm/amquickie Make the AMQ part of your Alexa Flash Briefing too! You can now watch the livestream on Twitch Subscribe to Discourse Blog, a newsletter and website for progressive essays and related fun partly run by AM Quickie writer Jack Crosbie. https://discourseblog.com/ Subscribe to AM Quickie writer Corey Pein’s podcast News from Nowhere, at https://www.patreon.com/newsfromnowhere Check out The Nomiki Show live at 3 pm ET on YouTube at patreon.com/thenomikishow Check out Matt’s podcast, Literary Hangover, at Patreon.com/LiteraryHangover, or on iTunes. Check out Jamie’s podcast, The Antifada, at patreon.com/theantifada, on iTunes, or at twitch.tv/theantifada Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:47pm EST |
Tue, 15 December 2020
2487 - What the Ebola Crisis Tells Us About the Coronavirus Pandemic in the Global South w/ Dr. Paul Farmer
Sam hosts Dr. Paul Farmer to discuss his new book, Fevers, Feuds, and Diamonds: Ebola and the Ravages of History, and how colonialism's legacy damages our ability to fight infectious disease. Sam and Dr. Farmer discuss the history of epidemics in the global south and how the coronavirus pandemic response in America has shown the west's failures to invest in public health and the medical resources necessary to combat a pandemic infectious disease. Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com Check out the Brand New Majority Report Merch Shop (Merch issues and concerns can be addressed here: majorityreportstore@mirrorimage.com) The AM Quickie is now on YouTube Subscribe to the AM Quickie at https://fans.fm/amquickie Make the AMQ part of your Alexa Flash Briefing too! You can now watch the livestream on Twitch Check out today's sponsors: PlushCare provides primary and urgent healthcare through virtual appointments. If you’re feeling anxious, depressed or stressed about what’s going on in the world, PlushCare doctors are here to help by discussing treatment options and providing prescriptions as needed. With a PlushCare membership, you can see a doctor from the comfort of home; get diagnosed, treated and even have a prescription sent to your local pharmacy within minutes. Go to PlushCare.com/majority to start your FREE 30-day trial. Blinkist takes the key insights from over 3,000 nonfiction bestsellers in over 27 categories and condenses them down into “Blinks,” which you can read or listen to in just 15 minutes. Go to Blinkist.com/majorityreport to start your free 7-day trial and get 25% off a Blinkist Premium membership and up to 65% off audiobooks (yours to keep forever). Subscribe to Discourse Blog, a newsletter and website for progressive essays and related fun partly run by AM Quickie writer Jack Crosbie. https://discourseblog.com/ Subscribe to AM Quickie writer Corey Pein’s podcast News from Nowhere, at https://www.patreon.com/newsfr Check out The Nomiki Show live at 3 pm ET on YouTube at patreon.com/thenomikishow Check out Matt’s podcast, Literary Hangover, at Patreon.com/LiteraryHangover, or on iTunes. Check out Jamie’s podcast, The Antifada, at patreon.com/theantifada, on iTunes, or at twitch.tv/theantifada Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:54pm EST |
Mon, 14 December 2020
Sam hosts law professor Jennifer Taub (@jentaub) on her new book Big Dirty Money: The Shocking Injustice and Unseen Cost of White Collar Crime. On today's show: Trump says he's disappointed in SCOTUS, says courts aren't taking cases because of "standing." Sam hosts law professor Jennifer Taub (@jentaub) on her new book Big Dirty Money: The Shocking Injustice and Unseen Cost of White Collar Crime. We live in a time when selling loose cigarettes on the street can end in an execution without trial, but the rich can commit major acts of fraud and corruption and get off scot-free. In this book, Taub tracks the impact of white collar crime on normal, working people and sets forth some ideas for how the government could more effectively prosecute those who are "too big to jail." Fox and Friends weekend feel bad for Trump and the country because of the stolen election. On the fun half: Steny Hoyer says bipartisan group needs to make a deal, suggests Dems could go without state/local funding if GOP goes without liability protections. Jimmy Dore says AOC not supporting a floor vote on M4A in exchange for vote for Pelosi speakership shows that she is not a real progressive. AOC responds. My Pillow CEO Mike Lindell shares crackpot conspiracies at pro-Trump "Stop the Steal" rally in DC. Alex Jones and Tim Pool try to consider secession from US, Michael Malice appears to endorse "War of Northern Aggression" interpretation of Civil War, Alex Jones calls elections "electoral war." Virginia Congressman elect says Covid-19 is a fake pandemic but a serious virus. Plus, your IMs. Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com Check out the Brand New Majority Report Merch Shop (Merch issues and concerns can be addressed here: majorityreportstore@mirrorimage.com) The AM Quickie is now on YouTube Subscribe to the AM Quickie at https://fans.fm/amquickie Make the AMQ part of your Alexa Flash Briefing too! You can now watch the livestream on Twitch Check out today's sponsors: ZipRecruiter: With their powerful matching technology, ZipRecruiter scans thousands of resumes to find people with the right skills and experience for your job — and actively invites them to apply. To try ZipRecruiter FOR FREE, my listeners can go to ZipRecruiter.com/majority. Stamps.com: Anything you can do at the Post Office, you can do at Stamps.com. You personally print official U.S. postage 24/7 for ANY letter, ANY package, ANY class of mail, for ANYWHERE. Right now listeners get a special offer that includes a 4-week trial PLUS free postage AND a digital scale without any long-term commitment. Just go to Stamps.com, click on the Microphone at the TOP of the homepage and type in MAJORITYREPORT. ExpressVPN hides your IP address and lets you control where you want sites to think you’re located. If you visit EXPRESSVPN.com/MAJORITY, you can get an extra three months of ExpressVPN for free! Subscribe to Discourse Blog, a newsletter and website for progressive essays and related fun partly run by AM Quickie writer Jack Crosbie. https://discourseblog.com/ Subscribe to AM Quickie writer Corey Pein’s podcast News from Nowhere, at https://www.patreon.com/newsfr Check out The Nomiki Show live at 3 pm ET on YouTube at patreon.com/thenomikishow Check out Matt and David Griscom's new show, Left Reckoning, on Youtube, Twitch, and Patreon. Check out Jamie’s podcast, The Antifada, at patreon.com/theantifada, on iTunes, or at twitch.tv/theantifada Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:23pm EST |
Fri, 11 December 2020
Sam hosts Alex Pareene (@pareene), staff writer at the New Republic and host of The Politics of Everything podcast, to discuss the stories of the week and depravity of Big Law. Film Guy Matthew (@langdonboom) also stops by to discuss the newly released film on which he worked, "Black Bear" starring Aubrey Plaza. On today's show: On Senate Floor, Bernie Sanders explains why Americans need $1200 stimulus checks. After Bernie explains why govt needs to help working people, Stephanie Ruhle says Bernie's sponsored legislative record is bad and asks if he needs to employ more realistic tactics. Sam hosts Alex Pareene (@pareene), staff writer at the New Republic and host of The Politics of Everything podcast, to discuss the stories of the week and depravity of Big Law. In his latest article, he spotlights attorneys like Neal Katyal who make morally repugnant arguments in their private careers and expect that not to be an issue when it comes time for political appointments. More at The New Republic. Film Guy Matthew (@langdonboom) stops by to discuss the newly released film on which he worked, "Black Bear" starring Aubrey Plaza. On the fun half: Kayleigh McEnany says what GA, WI, MI, PA did to America was an attack on Constitution. Lou Dobbs says people voting for GOP in GA runoff are suckers because nothing has changed since Nov election. Lin Wood on Newsmax tells GA voters to not vote in January. Dave Rubin says the less MSM covers Trump lawsuits, the more legit they appear. Dave Rubin cites Tim Pool as a real "journalist." 2020: Brandon Bernard explains his life in prison, improving his life. Plus, your IMs. Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com Check out the Brand New Majority Report Merch Shop (Merch issues and concerns can be addressed here: majorityreportstore@mirrorimage.com) The AM Quickie is now on YouTube Subscribe to the AM Quickie at https://fans.fm/amquickie Make the AMQ part of your Alexa Flash Briefing too! You can now watch the livestream on Twitch Check out today's sponsors: Headspace is your daily dose of mindfulness in the form of guided meditations in an easy-to-use app. It’s advancing the field of mindfulness and meditation through clinically-validated research. Go to headspace.com/majority for a free one-month trial with access to Headspace’s full library of meditations for every situation. Honey is the free browser extension that finds promo codes for you and automatically applies them to your cart. Honey has found its over 17 million members over 2 billion dollars in savings. Get Honey for FREE at JoinHoney.com/MAJORITY. PlushCare provides primary and urgent healthcare through virtual appointments. If you’re feeling anxious, depressed or stressed about what’s going on in the world, PlushCare doctors are here to help by discussing treatment options and providing prescriptions as needed. With a PlushCare membership, you can see a doctor from the comfort of home; get diagnosed, treated and even have a prescription sent to your local pharmacy within minutes. Go to PlushCare.com/majority to start your FREE 30-day trial. Subscribe to Discourse Blog, a newsletter and website for progressive essays and related fun partly run by AM Quickie writer Jack Crosbie. https://discourseblog.com/ Subscribe to AM Quickie writer Corey Pein’s podcast News from Nowhere, at https://www.patreon.com/newsfr Check out The Nomiki Show live at 3 pm ET on YouTube at patreon.com/thenomikishow Check out Matt’s podcast, Literary Hangover, at Patreon.com/LiteraryHangover, or on iTunes. Check out Jamie’s podcast, The Antifada, at patreon.com/theantifada, on iTunes, or at twitch.tv/theantifada Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:45pm EST |
Thu, 10 December 2020
2484 - Updates on Coronavirus Relief & How Will Biden Handle Immigration Reform w/ Sara Nelson & Erika Andiola
Sam hosts Sara Nelson (@FlyingWithSara), International President of the Association of Flight Attendants, to discuss the need for Coronavirus relief and then Erika Andiola (@erikaandiola), Chief Advocacy Officer at RAICES, joins to discuss potential Biden immigration policy items. On today's show: NOV 17: Dianne Feinstein asks the same question twice in a row to Twitter CEO. Sara Nelson (@FlyingWithSara), International President of the Association of Flight Attendants, joins Sam to discuss the need for Coronavirus relief and how labor organizing can help the left achieve its goals. Where the union's priorities currently lie and the leverage airline workers have. A critique of business unionism. How to push the Biden administration to give concessions to labor. Erika Andiola (@erikaandiola), Chief Advocacy Officer at RAICES, joins the program to discuss potential Biden immigration policy items. What Biden will probably do via executive order (DACA, taskforce to reunite families) and what he will have to be pressured into (dismantling Obama's deportation machine). How the Democrats get immigration policy wrong and what leverage immigrants have. On the fun half: Half of Americans don't know that Facebook is not a news gathering agency. Biden says he won't act on police reform because of GOP portrayal of Democratic position, say it'll hurt Georgia races, pivots to explaining how Democrats should govern, says they shouldn't question motives. Biden uses assault rifle strawman argument to explain to civil rights leaders why he won't go all in with executive orders. Louie Gohmert's tooth falls out during press conference. Conservative Christian host says Barron will become President after Trump serves out terms. A call from a newly radicalized person who used to work for TP USA. Plus, your calls and IMs. Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com Check out the Brand New Majority Report Merch Shop (Merch issues and concerns can be addressed here: majorityreportstore@mirrorimage.com) The AM Quickie is now on YouTube Subscribe to the AM Quickie at https://fans.fm/amquickie Make the AMQ part of your Alexa Flash Briefing too! You can now watch the livestream on Twitch Subscribe to Discourse Blog, a newsletter and website for progressive essays and related fun partly run by AM Quickie writer Jack Crosbie. https://discourseblog.com/ Subscribe to AM Quickie writer Corey Pein’s podcast News from Nowhere, at https://www.patreon.com/newsfr Check out The Nomiki Show live at 3 pm ET on YouTube at patreon.com/thenomikishow Check out Matt’s podcast, Literary Hangover, at Patreon.com/LiteraryHangover, or on iTunes. Check out Jamie’s podcast, The Antifada, at patreon.com/theantifada, on iTunes, or at twitch.tv/theantifada Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:53pm EST |
Wed, 9 December 2020
2483 - How Dozens of Trump’s Political Appointees Will Stay in Government After Biden Takes Over w/ Lydia DePillis
Sam hosts ProPublica reporter Lydia DePillis (@lydiadepillis) to discuss her recent story on burrowing efforts by the Trump campaign, "How Dozens of Trump’s Political Appointees Will Stay in Government After Biden Takes Over." On today's show: Bernie shares frustration that Washington always has money for Pentagon and Wall St. but never hungry kids. Sam hosts ProPublica reporter Lydia DePillis (@lydiadepillis) to discuss her recent story on burrowing efforts by the Trump campaign, "How Dozens of Trump’s Political Appointees Will Stay in Government After Biden Takes Over." In this piece, she explains how political appointees become permanent civil servants and how Trump's appointees, in particular, could stick around doing damage. Also: What Joe Biden could do to get rid of them. On the fun half: Kayleigh campaign secretary says lawsuit shows chances Biden would win after initial vote reporting was infintesimally small. Trump upset he got so many votes and lost, wants GOP electors to have courage to do the right thing, tells general "good luck" on distribution. Asked about WH holiday parties, Trump corrects journalist, "they're Christmas parties" and they've reduced numbers. Rudy Giuliani tells Don Imus he's "doing fine" with Covid. Texas AG explains he's suing on behalf of other states (GA, WI, AZ, NV) because it's a national election. Matt Walsh says woke Santa is anti-male and feminizes boys, says male tendency towards violence is good. DailyWire Christmas ornaments. Katie Porter Twitter thread says Mitch McConnell is the one holding up bipartisan Covid relief. Protestors force police to leave eviction site in Portland. Plus, your calls and IMs! Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com Check out the Brand New Majority Report Merch Shop (Merch issues and concerns can be addressed here: majorityreportstore@mirrorimage.com) The AM Quickie is now on YouTube Subscribe to the AM Quickie at https://fans.fm/amquickie Make the AMQ part of your Alexa Flash Briefing too! You can now watch the livestream on Twitch Check out today's sponsors: Literati is the subscription book club that makes it easy to find unique and interesting books for your kids by delivering great stories straight to your doorstep. For a limited time, go to literati.com/majority for 25% off your first two orders. GiveWell: For over ten years GiveWell.org has helped donors find the charities and projects that save and improve lives most per dollar. New GiveWell donors will have their first donation matched up to $250 when you go to GiveWell.org/MAJORITY and select PODCAST and Majority Report at checkout. Subscribe to Discourse Blog, a newsletter and website for progressive essays and related fun partly run by AM Quickie writer Jack Crosbie. https://discourseblog.com/ Subscribe to AM Quickie writer Corey Pein’s podcast News from Nowhere, at https://www.patreon.com/newsfr Check out The Nomiki Show live at 3 pm ET on YouTube at patreon.com/thenomikishow Check out Matt’s podcast, Literary Hangover, at Patreon.com/LiteraryHangover, or on iTunes. Check out Jamie’s podcast, The Antifada, at patreon.com/theantifada, on iTunes, or at twitch.tv/theantifada Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @JamieElizabeth @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:22pm EST |
Tue, 8 December 2020
Sam hosts writer and political analyst Jared Yates Sexton to discuss his new book, American Rule: How a Nation Conquered the World But Failed Its People, and why the foundational myths of American Exceptionalism have such a hold on the populace. Sam and Jared explore the stories Americans told themselves throughout the country's history, from how the process behind writing the Constitution to how the "Mound Builders" stories helped justify indigenous Americans' slaughter. The two consider how these stories have shaped the populace's thinking and why it's essential to reject politics as a spectacle. And in the Fun Half: will Biden appointments carry on the Obama legacy, Ron DeSantis sends authorities to take laptops and phones of a former Florida DOH official and whistleblower, armed protestors outside the Michigan Secretary of State's house, Matt Walsh is tired of real history and says it's racist, trying to understand the mRNA SARs-CoV2 vaccine, Sam explains why you should've had your OMB picks slated in September, plus your IMs! Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com Check out the Brand New Majority Report Merch Shop (Merch issues and concerns can be addressed here: majorityreportstore@mirrorimage.com) The AM Quickie is now on YouTube Subscribe to the AM Quickie at https://fans.fm/amquickie Make the AMQ part of your Alexa Flash Briefing too! You can now watch the livestream on Twitch Check out today's sponsors: Backcountry: From Patagonia and YETI to Santa Cruz Bicycles, Backcountry.com has thousands of your favorite brands and products for every outdoor adventure. When you ask for help at Backcountry.com, you’re not getting an outdoor hobbyist. Backcountry Gearheads are experts who can give you a Masterclass in the great outdoors. Go to Backcountry.com/majority and enter promo code MAJORITY to get 15% your first full-priced purchase. Tushy: Hello Tushy cleans your butt with a precise stream of fresh water for just $79. It attaches to your existing toilet – requires NO electricity or additional plumbing – and cuts toilet paper use by 80% – so the Hello Tushy bidet pays for itself in a few months. Go to hellotushy.com/majority to get 10% off today! Subscribe to Discourse Blog, a newsletter and website for progressive essays and related fun partly run by AM Quickie writer Jack Crosbie. https://discourseblog.com/ Subscribe to AM Quickie writer Corey Pein’s podcast News from Nowhere, at https://www.patreon.com/newsfr Check out The Nomiki Show live at 3 pm ET on YouTube at patreon.com/thenomikishow Check out Matt’s podcast, Literary Hangover, at Patreon.com/LiteraryHangover, or on iTunes. Check out Jamie’s podcast, The Antifada, at patreon.com/theantifada, on iTunes, or at twitch.tv/theantifada Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech @NomikiKonst @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:14pm EST |
Mon, 7 December 2020
Sam hosts Ryan Grim (@ryangrim), DC Bureau Chief at the Intercept and host of the Intercepted Podcast to discuss his recent piece "Comparing Biden's Administration Picks to Obama's is Revealing," on how Biden has gone without Obama's Wall St. favorites so far. On today's show: Trump says he and MAGA supporters are "all victims of the election." Sam hosts Ryan Grim (@ryangrim), DC Bureau Chief at the Intercept and host of the Intercepted Podcast to discuss his recent piece "Comparing Biden's Administration Picks to Obama's is Revealing," on how Biden has gone without Obama's Wall St. favorites so far. Why the similarities of the cabinet picks say more about Obama's admin than Biden's. Neera Tanden's nomination: 20-dimensional chess, or pure cluelessness? On the fun half: MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell says people will be jailed, Kemp needs to call special legislative session and withhold GA from Biden. Asked if GA election was rigged, GA Lt. Gov. says no, asked if that was a hard question, Lt. Gov says no. Trump says it's hard to do rallies for someone other than himself. Caller discusses groundbreaking union campaign at Alabama Amazon warehouse. When Loeffler and Perdue join Trump on stage, crowd starts "Fight for Trump!" chats, not listening to GA Senate candidates. During GA Senate debate, moderator asks Loeffler if senators should be kept from trading stock, Loeffler pivots, says attacks on her are attacks on American dream. Fox and Friends says student loan forgiveness is a hand out to rich white woke people. JULY 2020: Activist connects police budget to lack of education funding. Plus, your calls and IMs! Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com Check out the Brand New Majority Report Merch Shop (Merch issues and concerns can be addressed here: majorityreportstore@mirrorimage.com) The AM Quickie is now on YouTube Subscribe to the AM Quickie at https://fans.fm/amquickie Make the AMQ part of your Alexa Flash Briefing too! You can now watch the livestream on Twitch Check out today's sponsors: ZipRecruiter sends your job to over 100 of the web’s leading job sites. But they don’t stop there. With their powerful matching technology, ZipRecruiter scans thousands of resumes to find people with the right experience and invite them to apply to your job. Try ZipRecruiter FOR FREE, listeners can go to ZipRecruiter.com/majority StoryWorth is an online service that helps your loved ones share stories through thought-provoking questions about their memories and personal thoughts. Every week StoryWorth emails your family member different story prompts – questions you’ve never thought to ask. Like, “What’s a small decision you made that ended up having a big impact on your life?” After one year, StoryWorth will compile every answered question and photo you choose to include into a beautiful keepsake book that’s shipped for FREE. Get started right away without the need for shipping by going to StoryWorth.com/majority. You’ll get $10 off your first purchase! Stitch Fix is a personal styling company that makes getting the clothes you love effortless. To get started, go to StitchFix.com/MAJORITY to set up your profile and they’ll deliver great looks personalized just for you – in your colors, styles and budget. Get started today at StitchFix.com/MAJORITY and you’ll get 25% off when you keep everything in your Fix! ubscribe to Discourse Blog, a newsletter and website for progressive essays and related fun partly run by AM Quickie writer Jack Crosbie. https://discourseblog.com/ Subscribe to AM Quickie writer Corey Pein’s podcast News from Nowhere, at https://www.patreon.com/newsfr Check out The Nomiki Show live at 3 pm ET on YouTube at patreon.com/thenomikishow Check out Matt’s podcast, Literary Hangover, at Patreon.com/LiteraryHangover, or on iTunes. Check out Jamie’s podcast, The Antifada, at patreon.com/theantifada, on iTunes, or at twitch.tv/theantifada Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @JamieElizabeth @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:35pm EST |
Fri, 4 December 2020
2480 - Pelosi's 'Game Changer,' GA's Runoffs & Trump's Last Stand w/ Brandon Sutton & Francesca Fiorentini
Sam hosts Brandon Sutton (@prettybadlefty) of The Discourse Podcast and comedian Francesca Fiorentini (@franifio) to discuss the biggest stories of the week including Trump's last stand, what's happening in Georgia, and more. On today's show: Kilmeade and Ainsley complain about Biden mask policy, says everyone already follows mask rules. Brandon Sutton (@prettybadlefty) of The Discourse Podcast joins Sam and Emma to discuss the biggest stories of the week including Trump's last stand, what's happening in Georgia, and more. Asked why she's on board with a smaller coronavirus package, Speaker Pelosi cites the "game-changer" of vaccine development and Biden's election. Katie Porter reframes how we should talk about "stimulus": "it's not stimulus to feed yourself." Obama's dumb criticism of the movement to defund the police. Comedian Francesca Fiorentini (@franifio) joins the program to talk about the news and check in on some of our friends. Team Trump shares video of supposed ballot planting, Georgia journalist points out there's a Sec of State official monitoring everything. After talking about Trump election lawsuits, Rubin pivots hard into being ready for the revolution, motherfuckers. House passes bill to decrim pot: Which Dems voted against it? Brian Kilmeade announces that he's on Parler and might leave all other social media if it goes well. Tim Pool compares Trump's refusal to concede to Hillary waiting an evening to concede, Destiny pushes back, Tim digs in. Tim Pool pivots to culture, says he's chilling, telling younger generation it's okay to not cancel each other. Plus, your calls and IMs. Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com Check out the Brand New Majority Report Merch Shop (Merch issues and concerns can be addressed here: majorityreportstore@mirrorimage.com) The AM Quickie is now on YouTube Subscribe to the AM Quickie at https://fans.fm/amquickie Make the AMQ part of your Alexa Flash Briefing too! You can now watch the livestream on Twitch Help MR community member Jeff from Georgia with his medical bills at venmo.com/DissidentPeasant and paypal.com/paypalme/DissidentPeasant Donate to El Comedor, an autonomous mutual aid center for migrants and refugees in Tijuana, at patreon.com/elcomedor Donate to the Atlanta Solidarity Fund, a group providing resources for activists facing political repression, at atlsolidarity.org Check out today's sponsors: Freshly sends fresh, fully prepared meals right to your door. Get $40 off your first two orders at Freshly.com/majority Magic Spoon is a new cereal company that’s discovered a way to recreate your favorite childhood cereals with 0 sugar, 12 grams of protein, and only 3 net grams of carbs in each serving. Go to magicspoon.com/majorityreport to grab a variety pack and try it today, and use promo code MAJORITYREPORT at checkout to get free shipping. ExpressVPN hides your IP address and lets you control where you want sites to think you’re located. If you visit EXPRESSVPN.com/MAJORITY, you can get an extra three months of ExpressVPN for free! Subscribe to Discourse Blog, a newsletter and website for progressive essays and related fun partly run by AM Quickie writer Jack Crosbie. https://discourseblog.com/ Subscribe to AM Quickie writer Corey Pein’s podcast News from Nowhere, at https://www.patreon.com/newsfr Check out The Nomiki Show live at 3 pm ET on YouTube at patreon.com/thenomikishow Check out Matt’s podcast, Literary Hangover, at Patreon.com/LiteraryHangover, or on iTunes. Check out Jamie’s podcast, The Antifada, at patreon.com/theantifada, on iTunes, or at twitch.tv/theantifada Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:58pm EST |
Thu, 3 December 2020
2479 - Why Biden Should Cancel Student Loans & How Antitrust Regulation Can Save Section 230 w/ Alan Collinge & Elliot Harmon
Sam hosts Alan Collinge (@alanslj), founder of Student Loan Justice, to discuss his organization's efforts to lobby the Biden administration to cancel student loans. And then Senior Electronic Frontier Foundation Activist Elliot Harmon (@elliotharmon) joins Sam to discuss his recent piece "Don’t Blame Section 230 for Big Tech’s Failures. Blame Big Tech." On today's show: Lin Wood says surround Brian Kemp's home until he orders a special legislative session, after that jail Kemp. Attorney Lin Wood tells Atlanta crowd that Loeffler and Perdue have not earned Trump supporters votes. Sidney Powell admits donated money is just sitting around right now, they're too busy! Alan Collinge (@alanslj), founder of Student Loan Justice, joins Sam to discuss his organization's efforts to lobby the Biden administration to cancel student loans. Also: the current tally of money owed, how the government makes a profit on student loans, why they made student loans non-discharge-able in bankruptcy, and more. Senior Electronic Frontier Foundation Activist Elliot Harmon (@elliotharmon) joins Sam to discuss his recent piece "Don’t Blame Section 230 for Big Tech’s Failures. Blame Big Tech." What Section 230 does, the civil liberties issues involved with repealing it, why Facebook likes it, and more. On the fun half: Protester in India shuts off police water cannon during massive farmer protests. Michigan business owner interrupts news report to express frustration w/ Covid relief, says people need to rise up since government won't help working people. Michigan woman says 'pool book’ off by 100k votes, appears inebriated. Staten Island autonomous zone bar protestors chant "defund the sheriff." Protestors in Staten Island chant, "I want a cocktail!" as cops stand by. Plus, your calls and IMs! Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com Check out the Brand New Majority Report Merch Shop (Merch issues and concerns can be addressed here: majorityreportstore@mirrorimage.com) The AM Quickie is now on YouTube Subscribe to the AM Quickie at https://fans.fm/amquickie Make the AMQ part of your Alexa Flash Briefing too! You can now watch the livestream on Twitch Donate to El Comedor, an autonomous mutual aid center for migrants and refugees in Tijuana, at patreon.com/elcomedor Donate to the Atlanta Solidarity Fund, a group providing resources for activists facing political repression, at atlsolidarity.org Subscribe to Discourse Blog, a newsletter and website for progressive essays and related fun partly run by AM Quickie writer Jack Crosbie. https://discourseblog.com/ Subscribe to AM Quickie writer Corey Pein’s podcast News from Nowhere, at https://www.patreon.com/newsfr Check out The Nomiki Show live at 3 pm ET on YouTube at patreon.com/thenomikishow Check out Matt’s podcast, Literary Hangover, at Patreon.com/LiteraryHangover, or on iTunes. Check out Jamie’s podcast, The Antifada, at patreon.com/theantifada, on iTunes, or at twitch.tv/theantifada Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech @NomikiKonst @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:08pm EST |
Wed, 2 December 2020
On today's show: Sam hosts Stephen Wertheim (@stephenwertheim), deputy director of research and policy at the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft, to discuss Joe Biden's foreign policy appointees and why the president-elect should resist the Washington establishment's desire to restore the old foreign policy playbook of intervention and militarized responses abroad. Why we need a better Iran nuclear deal, how to end the forever wars, the issues with aggression towards China, and more. Fox News guest says it's common sense for Barr to say there's no voter fraud because Trump campaign has provided no evidence. Lou Dobbs loses it after Bill Barr says DOJ found no massive voter fraud, suggests Barr is compromised. On the fun half: Matt Gaetz says Barr didn't find mass voter fraud because DOJ didn't have policy in place to stop it before it happened. Georgia voting systems manager says Trump campaign actions have gone too far in Georgia, Loeffler and Perdue are complicit in potential violence . Brad Parscale is sad about not working for Trump anymore, "That family is my family." Asked about Trump demand to end Sec 230, Tom Cotton agrees because tech companies no longer need these protections, complains about censorship. Ben Shapiro is upset about a lesbian couple Xmas movie, says conservatives need to make movies because everything is woke now. Will we ever get m4a? Plus, your calls and IMs! Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com Check out the Brand New Majority Report Merch Shop (Merch issues and concerns can be addressed here: majorityreportstore@mirrorimage.com) The AM Quickie is now on YouTube Subscribe to the AM Quickie at https://fans.fm/amquickie Make the AMQ part of your Alexa Flash Briefing too! You can now watch the livestream on Twitch Help MR community member Jeff from Georgia with his medical bills at venmo.com/DissidentPeasant and paypal.com/paypalme/DissidentPeasant Donate to the Atlanta solidarity fund to help activists facing charges related to the George Floyd Uprising at atlsolidarity.org Check out today's sponsors: Backcountry: From Patagonia and YETI to Santa Cruz Bicycles, Backcountry.com has thousands of your favorite brands and products for every outdoor adventure. When you ask for help at Backcountry.com, you’re not getting an outdoor hobbyist. Backcountry Gearheads are experts who can give you a Masterclass in the great outdoors. Go to Backcountry.com/majority and enter promo code MAJORITY to get 15% your first full-priced purchase. Blinkist takes the key insights from over 3,000 nonfiction bestsellers in over 27 categories and condenses them down into “Blinks,” which you can read or listen to in just 15 minutes. Go to Blinkist.com/majorityreport to start your free 7-day trial and get 25% off a Blinkist Premium membership and up to 65% off audiobooks (yours to keep forever). Subscribe to Discourse Blog, a newsletter and website for progressive essays and related fun partly run by AM Quickie writer Jack Crosbie. https://discourseblog.com/ Subscribe to AM Quickie writer Corey Pein’s podcast News from Nowhere, at https://www.patreon.com/newsfr Check out The Nomiki Show live at 3 pm ET on YouTube at patreon.com/thenomikishow Check out Matt’s podcast, Literary Hangover, at Patreon.com/LiteraryHangover, or on iTunes. Check out Jamie’s podcast, The Antifada, at patreon.com/theantifada, on iTunes, or at twitch.tv/theantifada Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech @NomikiKonst @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:53pm EST |
Tue, 1 December 2020
2477 - The Census Goes to SCOTUS & How to Counteract the Courts w/ Mark Joseph Stern, Rachel Cohen & Marcia Brown
Sam hosts Slate's Mark Joseph Stern (@mjs_DC) to discuss Trump v. New York, which argues whether or not all people should be counted in the census. And then Rachel Cohen (@rmc031) and Marcia Brown (@Marcia_Brown9) from the American Prospect & the Intercept join to discuss their piece "How to Counteract the Court," on how Congress can counteract the courts through statuary interpretation. Sam and Mark discuss how the Supreme Court expedited the Trump administration's case to discount non-citizen residents in the 2020 census and how the case made it to the Supreme Court in the first place. Then Marcia Brown and Rachel Cohen of the American Prospect and the Intercept explain why the progressive left should organize around statutory rulings which are distinct from a constitutional ruling and would allow a workaround the 6-3 conservative Supreme Court. And in the Fun Half: messaging climate change to the uninformed, what a Neera Tanden appointment means, Lou Dobbs and Hannity want a taste of the Trump PAC money, Hannity wants pardons for everyone, Sidney Powell: child prodigy lawyer, Dominion is a HAL 9000 scenario, Rudy gets pranked, and your calls and IMs. Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com Check out the Brand New Majority Report Merch Shop (Merch issues and concerns can be addressed here: majorityreportstore@mirrorimage.com) The AM Quickie is now on YouTube Subscribe to the AM Quickie at https://fans.fm/amquickie Make the AMQ part of your Alexa Flash Briefing too! You can now watch the livestream on Twitch Help MR community member Jeff from Georgia with his medical bills at venmo.com/DissidentPeasant and paypal.com/paypalme/DissidentPeasant Donate to the Atlanta solidarity fund to help activists facing charges related to the George Floyd Uprising at atlsolidarity.org Check out today's sponsors: Magic Spoon is a new cereal company that’s discovered a way to recreate your favorite childhood cereals with 0 sugar, 12 grams of protein, and only 3 net grams of carbs in each serving. Go to magicspoon.com/majorityreport to grab a variety pack and try it today, and use promo code MAJORITYREPORT at checkout to get free shipping. GiveWell: For over ten years GiveWell.org has helped donors find the charities and projects that save and improve lives most per dollar. New GiveWell donors will have their first donation matched up to $250 when you go to GiveWell.org/MAJORITY and select PODCAST and Majority Report at checkout. Hunt a Killer reinvents the way we interact with murder mysteries. Right now, just for our listeners, you can go to huntakiller.com/majority and use promo code MAJORITY at check out for 20% off your first box. Subscribe to Discourse Blog, a newsletter and website for progressive essays and related fun partly run by AM Quickie writer Jack Crosbie. https://discourseblog.com/ Subscribe to AM Quickie writer Corey Pein’s podcast News from Nowhere, at https://www.patreon.com/newsfr Check out The Nomiki Show live at 3 pm ET on YouTube at patreon.com/thenomikishow Check out Matt’s podcast, Literary Hangover, at Patreon.com/LiteraryHangover, or on iTunes. Check out Jamie’s podcast, The Antifada, at patreon.com/theantifada, on iTunes, or at twitch.tv/theantifada Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech @NomikiKonst @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:19pm EST |