Wed, 10 March 2021
Sam and Emma host journalist and author Brendan O'Connor to discuss his new book, Blood Red Lines: How Nativism Fuels the Right, on how American fascism is playing out at the US border. Sam, Emma, and Brendan discuss how we arrived at our current moment of border nativism and how capital and the far-right broker their political and policy ends regarding immigration at the southern border. And a brief history of what happens when the right coopts environmental language to advance their politics of racial purity. And in the Fun Half: reforming the executive's war powers, Tucker Carlson worries about America's feminization, why the PRO Act is great for workers, the GOP needs a Chuck Todd Republican to launder their non-existant ideology, Milo Yannapolis is no longer gay, Dennis Prager is horny and not getting any, plus your calls and IMs! Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com 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:
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Category:general -- posted at: 3:59pm EDT |
Tue, 9 March 2021
Sam and Emma discuss the CDC's new guidelines for vaccinated Americans and how the right-wing media is working to undermine government vaccination efforts. Sam then reviews the top lines in the $1.9 Covid relief bill like the child tax credit, reparations for black farmers, and shoring up union pensions. Next, the filibuster showdown will be fought on the Voting Rights laws. Sam and Emma wrap the free half critiquing the Biden administration's migrant response, and a coda to the Lincoln Project. And in the Fun Half: the next phase of Fight for $15, the need for an actionable left foreign policy, Hannity freaks out about HR 1, Tucker toes the line on ecofascism, Brian Kilmeade says teachers have it easy, plus your calls and IMs! Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com 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: 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! 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. Donate to a Winter Storm Rapid Response Fund in Mississippi: bit.ly/helpingms Check out Joshua Kahn Russell's friend, activist and organizer Casey Harrell who is raising money to treat his ALS diagnosis. 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 Matt Binder's YouTube channel! 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 Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech @BF1nn |
Mon, 8 March 2021
Sam and Emma host professor Mark Robert Rank to discuss his new book Poorly Understood: What America Gets Wrong About Poverty on realities of American poverty and what has to be done to reduce suffering in 21st century America. Plus, the MR community says goodbye to Jamie. On today's show: Fox News says Covid relief bill is too much money, will allow people to not go back to work. Sam and Emma host professor Mark Robert Rank to discuss his new book Poorly Understood: What America Gets Wrong About Poverty on realities of American poverty and what has to be done to reduce suffering in 21st century America. Who is poor in the United States? What kind of economic and political factors have contributed to austerity policies? A summary of policies that could mitigate inequality in the Covid era. Joe Scarborough says era of Reagan is over now after passage of $1.9T. On the fun half: Asked why he supported amendments to limit relief as Senator of one of the poorest states, Manchin says relief must be targeted for those who need it most. Asked about filibuster, Joe Manchin says "maybe filibuster needs to be more painful," worries about minority power in Senate, explains his basic belief in Senate. Reporter admits "Americans" saying there are immigrant surges happening under Biden is in fact Donald Trump. Benny Johnson says Marxists are erasing American culture, cites Mr. Potato Head, Dr. Suess, Mrs. Butterworth, Land-O-Lakes Butter, the Washington Redskins, etc. FRIDAY: Sinema thumbs down vote on $15/hr amendment vote. The MR community says goodbye to Jamie. Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com 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 is back with a new season of episodes exploring the roots of systemic racism in America. This week they look at the deep inequities in higher education, and learn why education equality is key to a thriving society. Listen to Future Hindsight wherever you get your podcasts. ThirdLove bra styles are made to fit your life. This is hands down the most comfortable bra you’ll own – with straps that won’t slip, tagless labels, and lightweight, memory foam cups mold to your shape. Go to THIRDLOVE.com/majority now to find your perfect-fitting bra… and get 15% off your first purchase. LiquidIV: Proper hydration is crucial for your immune system and can boost your immunity. Liquid I.V. has more vitamin C than an orange and as much potassium as a banana. It’s packed with Vitamins B3, B5, B6 and B12 – vitamins known to help your body defend against infections – and made effective through Cellular Transport Technology. Now you can get 25 percent off when you go to LiquidIV.com and use code MAJORITYREP at checkout. Brooklinen has a variety of sheets, colors, patterns, and materials to fit your needs and tastes. It’s 2021 – do something nice for yourself to start the New Year. To help you do that, Brooklinen has a special offer: Go to Brooklinen.com and use promo code MAJORITY to get $25 off when you spend $100 or more, PLUS free shipping. Donate to a Winter Storm Rapid Response Fund in Mississippi: bit.ly/helpingms Check out Joshua Kahn Russell's friend, activist and organizer Casey Harrell who is raising money to treat his ALS diagnosis. 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 Matt Binder's YouTube channel! 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 Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattBinder @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:21pm EDT |
Fri, 5 March 2021
Sam and Emma host Heather "Digby" Parton (@digby56) of Salon.con and Hullabaloo to discuss the Senate's efforts to pass Biden's $1.9T Covid relief bill, Cuomo's fall from grace, and other top stories of the week. And Andy Kindler (@AndyKindler) joins us in the fun half. On today's show: Sen. Ron Johnson delays Covid relief bill with bizarre visual metaphor, making clerks read bill out loud. Sam and Emma host Heather "Digby" Parton (@digby56) of Salon.con and Hullabaloo to discuss the Senate's efforts to pass Biden's $1.9T Covid relief bill, Cuomo's fall from grace, and the Voting Rights Act. Strengths and weaknesses of Biden's stimulus vs Trump's. How much time do Dems have to improve on voting rights before the door shuts on them forever? Comedian Andy Kindler (@AndyKindler) joins the program to discuss the weird news of the day, including the revelation that their colleague Jimmy Pesto was among the group of MAGAs that stormed the capitol. On the fun half: Bernie calls out parliamentarian, says it's ridiculous that an unelected staffer makes decision about $15/hr. Sam and Emma give opinions on Bernie's strategy. Kyrsten Sinema does a sassy dip as she votes against $15 minimum wage. Mitch McConnell says $1.9T relief bill is unnecessary because economy is already bouncing back due to GOP efforts under Trump. Glenn Greenwald claims that Trump, Bannon, and Tucker Carlson are socialists. Plus, your IMs. Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com 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: 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 Leftisbest and get 20% off at http://www.sunsetlakecbd.com 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, my listeners can go to ZipRecruiter.com/majority Freshly offers chef-made, nutrient-packed, delicious meals delivered fresh to your door - no cooking required! Freshly is offering our listeners $40 off your first two orders when you go to freshly.com/majority. Donate to a Winter Storm Rapid Response Fund in Mississippi: bit.ly/helpingms Check out Joshua Kahn Russell's friend, activist and organizer Casey Harrell who is raising money to treat his ALS diagnosis. 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 Matt Binder's YouTube channel! 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 Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattBinder @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:00pm EDT |
Thu, 4 March 2021
Sam and Emma hosts Joshua Brewer (@JBrewerMe), an organizer at RWDSU (Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union) on workers' efforts to unionize at the Bessemer, Alabama fulfillment center. Then Eric Levitz (@EricLevitz) joins to discuss the Democrats' decision to limit who gets Covid relief checks in the $1.9T relief bill. On today's show: Mondaire Jones explains why passing HR 1 is so crucial to American democracy. Sam and Emma hosts Joshua Brewer (@JBrewerMe), an organizer at RWDSU (Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union) on workers' efforts to unionize at the Bessemer, Alabama fulfillment center. Why this organizing effort is happening in Bessemer right now. The connection to the George Floyd uprising. The underhanded tactics Amazon is using to discourage workers from organizing. How the law is designed to weaken unions. What's at stake in this fight? Eric Levitz (@EricLevitz) of New York Magazine joins the program to discuss the Democrats' decision to limit who gets Covid relief checks in the $1.9T relief bill. Why did conservative Democrats want additional mean-tested "targeting"? On the fun half: Ro Khanna says he's not a socialist because capitalism spurs wonderful inventions, like Hamilton musical. Megyn Kelly tweets about Cardi B vs Dr Seuss. Don Jr. tweets about cancel culture, hides that his copy of "the Cat in the Hat" is bilingual. Cuomo defends behavior, says he hugs and kisses people all the time. Friend-of-the-show Andray Domise educates us on the movement to resist the latest US-backed dictator in Haiti (for more check out haitibetrayedfilm.com). The importance of covering domestic political prisoners. Plus, your calls and IMs! Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com 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 Donate to a Winter Storm Rapid Response Fund in Mississippi: bit.ly/helpingms Check out Joshua Kahn Russell's friend, activist and organizer Casey Harrell who is raising money to treat his ALS diagnosis. 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 Matt Binder's YouTube channel! 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 Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattBinder @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:27pm EDT |
Wed, 3 March 2021
Sam and Emma recap the top stories of the week including the voting rights cases before the Supreme Court and GOP efforts to further restrict voting rights across the country. On today's show: Biden says US will have enough supply to vaccinate every adult by end of May. What's in the Covid relief bill? The Strand moves Cuomo’s book from "notable" to “history” shelf. Supreme Court seems ready to uphold racist voting restrictions. On the fun half: Cuomo says he supports a woman’s right to come forward, he didn’t feel his actions were inappropriate. Debating HR 1, Kevin McCarthy says voting rights debate is like canceling Dr. Seuss. Glenn Beck declares the era of freedom in America over now that Dr. Seuss and Mr. Potatohead are canceled. Idaho Republican votes against using federal funds for early education, says it makes it 'easier for mothers to come out of the home.' Plus, your IMs. Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com 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: Harry’s owns a German factory that’s been honing razor blades for 100 years – they source their steel from Sweden and own the entire manufacturing process, allowing them to keep prices low. New U.S. customers can redeem a Harry’s trial set at Harrys.com/MAJORITYREPORT. You’ll get: A 5-blaze razor -featuring their new, sharper blades, a weighted handle, foaming shave gel with aloe, and a travel cover to protect your blade when you’re on the go. 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! 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. Donate to a Winter Storm Rapid Response Fund in Mississippi: bit.ly/helpingms Check out Joshua Kahn Russell's friend, activist and organizer Casey Harrell who is raising money to treat his ALS diagnosis. 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 Matt Binder's YouTube channel! 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 Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattBinder @MattLech @BF1nn |
Tue, 2 March 2021
Sam and Emma host HuffPost journalist Jonathan Cohn on his new book The Ten Year War: Obamacare and the Unfinished Crusade for Universal Coverage on the last decade of healthcare debate in America and what lies ahead. Sam, Emma, and Jonathan begin their conversation discussing the failures of the Clinton healthcare bill from the first Clinton administration and what was learned from its failures. Cohn traces how healthcare expansion and legislation moved through the Democratic leadership and through the 2008 primary and subsequent legislative committees before becoming the PPACA at the beginning of Obama's first term. The interview concludes with Cohn giving his assessment on And in the Fun Half: a game of chicken within the Democratic leadership, Jon from San Antonio challenges Sam on independent voters, holding Joe Biden accountable for not holding MBS accountable, CPAC conservatives are done with Fox News, conservatism is pure spectacle, everything is downstream from cancel culture, plus your calls and IMs! Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com 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: Each week they’ll explore how the legacy of colonialism still permeates our country, and how we can rectify it. This week they explore the role of unconscious bias in early childhood education, and how it can set kids up for failure before school even starts. Listen to Future Hindsight wherever you get your podcasts. 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. Harry’s owns a German factory that’s been honing razor blades for 100 years – they source their steel from Sweden and own the entire manufacturing process, allowing them to keep prices low. New U.S. customers can redeem a Harry’s trial set at Harrys.com/MAJORITYREPORT. You’ll get: A 5-blaze razor -featuring their new, sharper blades, a weighted handle, foaming shave gel with aloe, and a travel cover to protect your blade when you’re on the go. Honey: add Honey to your computer for free and shop on lots of your favorite websites like normal. If Honey finds a coupon, it will automatically tell you, applying the correct codes and dropping the price in a flash. Try Honey today at JoinHoney.com/MAJORITY Check out Joshua Kahn Russell's friend, activist and organizer Casey Harrell who is raising money to treat his ALS diagnosis. 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 Matt Binder's YouTube channel! 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 Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattBinder @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:11pm EDT |
Mon, 1 March 2021
Sam and Emma host MIT professor Justin Reich (@bjfr) on his latest book Failure to Disrupt: Why Technology Alone Can’t Transform Education on remote learning's failures during the Covid crisis and how we can improve schooling in the event of future pandemics. On today's show: Biden gives bid of support to Alabama workers and their right to unionize. Sam and Emma host MIT professor Justin Reich (@bjfr) on his latest book Failure to Disrupt: Why Technology Alone Can’t Transform Education on remote learning's failures during the Covid crisis and how we can improve schooling in the event of future pandemics. While Silicon Valley has promised great advancements in education through trendy new technology, it hasn't exactly panned out that way. Examining things like proctoring software (which functions like spyware), auto-grading, and MOOCs (Massive Online Open Courses), Reich shows how tech alone cannot mitigate inequality or revolutionize education. On the fun half: Jen Psaki says Cuomo accusers deserve to be treated with respect and dignity, supports independent investigation. Asked about Biden administration decision to not sanction MBS personally and general accountability, Jen Psaki says US will hold Saudi Arabia accountable, suggests US doesn't sanction heads of state personally. Trump hints that he might run again, beating Democrats a "third time" (crowd goes wild). Fox and Friends pumped that Trump is back, Kilmeade says Trump looks thinner, he wants to unite the GOP. Right wing figure espouses Qanon beliefs during CPAC panel, talks about being canceled for addressing Q, child trafficking and finding out what's really going on. Reporter asks if WH is pushing harder for Neera Tanden than $15 minimum wage. Asked about horrible death rates in South Dakota, Kristi Noem says press should ask same question to other governors. Singer botches National Anthem at CPAC. Young girl sells lemonade to pay for her brain surgery in "heartwarming" local news story. Plus, your IMs. Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com 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: 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). LiquidIV: Proper hydration is crucial for your immune system and can boost your immunity. Liquid I.V. has more vitamin C than an orange and as much potassium as a banana. It’s packed with Vitamins B3, B5, B6 and B12 – vitamins known to help your body defend against infections – and made effective through Cellular Transport Technology. Now you can get 25 percent off when you go to LiquidIV.com and use code MAJORITYREP at checkout. Feetures Elite Sock keeps feet cool, dry, and blister-free while providing a custom-like fit that won’t bunch or slip. They’ve engineered a sock with targeted compression, anatomical design and moisture-wicking material for unsurpassed performance. Feetures socks will change how you feel about socks forever. And you can get ten dollars off your first pair of Feetures when you use code MAJORITY at feetures.com. Check out Joshua Kahn Russell's friend, activist and organizer Casey Harrell who is raising money to treat his ALS diagnosis. 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 Matt Binder's YouTube channel! 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 Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday evenings; follow @The_Antifada for updates) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattBinder @MattLech @BF1nn
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Fri, 26 February 2021
Sam and Emma host Alex Pareene (@pareene), staff writer at the New Republic and host of "The Politics of Everything" podcast to breakdown the week's top stories including why Democrats should call Kyrtsen Sinema's bluff. Plus, Matthew Film Guy (@langdonboom) stops by to talk movies! On today's show: Rep. Elissa Slotkin (of natsec lady gang "the badasses") defends Biden's attack against Iranian proxies in Syria. Alex Pareene (@pareene), staff writer at the New Republic and host of "The Politics of Everything" podcast joins Sam and Emma to breakdown the week's top stories including why Democrats should call Kyrtsen Sinema's bluff. VP Harris' refusal to override the parliamentarian and keep $15 min wage in the relief bill as political malpractice. What happens to the Senate's legitimacy when good things can't happen for reasons that make no sense? Matthew Film Guy (@langdonboom) stops by to talk movies! Are movie theaters going away forever? Friday film pick: Toni Erdmann (2016) by Maren Ade, about a jokester dad's efforts to connect with his career woman daughter. And check out Black Bear (2020), a new movie starring Aubrey Plaza that Matthew edited! CPAC hosts have to remind audience that they support law and order and are on private property, thus they must wear masks. Mondaire Jones commemorates passing of the Equality Act with heartfelt personal testimony. Dave Rubin performs outrage about Potatohead, realizes Potatohead was probably always gender neutral, says we live in the stupidest times. Ainsley Earhardt worried about new Potatohead marketing, Steve Doocy seems to believe that backlash from anti-woke led Hasbro to backtrack (not the case). Rand Paul goes on anti-trans rant during first trans doctor confirmation hearing. MTG turns up the aggrievement machine, says she was a victim of Jan 6 attack, Equality Act is an attack on women, motions to adjourn. Amazon airs anti-union ads on Twitch. CPAC rolls video package of Japanese author calling Trump an American samurai. Plus, your IMs! Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com 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: 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 Leftisbest and get 20% off at http://www.sunsetlakecbd.com 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! Headspace: 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. Munk Pack make snacks that taste like our favorite sugary treats but with one gram of sugar or less. Try it for yourself and you’ll see – and we have a special deal for our listeners: get 20% off your first purchase of any Munk Pack product by visiting MunkPack.com and entering MAJORITYREPORT at checkout. Check out Joshua Kahn Russell's friend, activist and organizer Casey Harrell who is raising money to treat his ALS diagnosis. 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 Matt Binder's YouTube channel! 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 Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattBinder @MattLech @BF1nn |
Thu, 25 February 2021
Sam and Emma take a look at some of the most important stories of the week including the parliamentarian's ruling on a $15 minimum wage, fixing the USPS, and more. On today's show: Chris Hayes asks Bernie Sanders if Senate has votes for $15 minimum wage on up/down vote, Bernie laughs "no." John Thune recounts making a wage in the '70s, says it's too much to raise wages to $15/hr, even though his wages in '70s (adjusted for inflation) were higher than $15/hr. Ro Khanna explains why passing $15 minimum wage is not conditioned on parliamentarian ruling, "Be honest with folks." Roger Marshall (R-KS) says he had a low wage job in HS and college and it helped him graduate debt free. DeJoy says he’s sticking around at post office til his work is done. After Jim Jordan says Democrats are hypocrites and Post Office is besieged by partisanship, Gerry Connolly explains how USPS was hamstrung by GOP appointments and political efforts. Former aide speaks out about how Cuomo sexually harassed her. On the fun half: Asked if Trump should speak at CPAC, the GOP leadership is divided. Reopened Miami detention center for children is the same one where Kamala had her manufactured meme moment. One year ago today: Larry Kudlow claims "we have contained" the corona virus. Rep. Marie Newman (IL-03) gives floor speech on importance of passing the Equality Act. Marjorie Taylor Greene posts sign outside door saying there's only two genders. Plus, your calls and IMs! Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com 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 Ground News is the first-ever app that gives you a crystal clear picture of how individual media corporations are spinning news stories, based on these hidden agendas. Take control of how you consume news. And get the full story. Download the Ground News app totally free by going to https://ground.news/majority Check out Joshua Kahn Russell's friend, activist and organizer Casey Harrell who is raising money to treat his ALS diagnosis. 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 Matt Binder's YouTube channel! 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 Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattBinder @MattLech @BF1nn |
Wed, 24 February 2021
Sam and Emma host former Labor Secretary Robert Reich (@RBReich) to discuss his latest book, The System: Who Rigged It, How We Fix It, plus his take on the Biden administration's efforts so far and his assessment of how the 46th president has stacked his administration. On today's show: Ron Johnson suggests that rioters were not in fact Trump supporters. Sam and Emma host former Labor Secretary Robert Reich (@RBReich) to discuss his latest book, The System: Who Rigged It, How We Fix It, plus his take on the Biden administration's efforts so far and his assessment of how the 46th president has stacked his administration. Democracy vs oligarchy. The advent and subsequent rollback of antitrust. Are the oligarchic tendencies baked into the capitalist system? On the fun half: Tucker says he looked for Qanon online and couldn't find it. Recently canceled CPAC speaker, Young Pharoah, says Matt Schlaap should also be canceled for previous comments on Jews if the same standards applied (Pharoah agrees w/ Schlaap's previous comments.) Poll: GOP voters care most about illegal immigration, support for police. Asked about Cuomo's role in nursing home deaths, WH spox Psaki avoids questions and says administration works with all governors. Mitch McConnell suggests Democrats will go it alone on Covid relief, says the spending is unnecessary at this moment. Jimmy Dore goes on Tucker, blames Democrats for lack of Covid relief, defends people voting for Trump, criticizes second impeachment. Plus, your calls and IMs! Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com 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 Joshua Kahn Russell's friend, activist and organizer Casey Harrell who is raising money to treat his ALS diagnosis. 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 Matt Binder's YouTube channel! 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 Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattBinder @MattLech @BF1nn |
Tue, 23 February 2021
Sam host Denver University Professor of Law Nancy Leong (@nancyleong) to discuss her new book, Identity Capitalists: The Powerful Insiders Who Exploit Diversity to Maintain Inequality, on how the powerful wield diversity to ensconce their priorities and agendas. And in the Fun Half: Who is coming to Neera Tanden's defense, Ted Cruz does crisis communications, MEghan McCain on the vaccine rollout, Newt Gingrich calls the vaccine anti-white, the Florida Agriculture Commissioner refuses to lower the flag for Rush Limbaugh, plus your calls and IMs! 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: This week’s episode is sponsored by civic engagement podcast Future Hindsight, who are back with an all-new season on systemic racism in the US. Each week they’ll explore how the legacy of colonialism still permeates our country, and how we can rectify it. Listen in this week as they discuss the monumental failures of Native American education policy, both past and present, and think about ways to repair this damage. Check out Joshua Kahn Russell's friend, activist and organizer Casey Harrell who is raising money to treat his ALS diagnosis. 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 Matt Binder's YouTube channel! 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 Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattBinder @MattLech @BF1nn |
Mon, 22 February 2021
Sam is back today with Emma to host author and professor Naomi Klein (@NaomiAKlein) to discuss the climate disaster this past week in Texas and her latest NYT op-ed "Why Texas Republicans Fear the Green New Deal." On today's show: Ron Johnson says Texas snow storm is reason why Green New Deal is a terrible idea. Author and professor Naomi Klein joins the program to discuss climate disaster in Texas and her latest NYT op-ed "Why Texas Republicans Fear the Green New Deal." How those in power use "the shock doctrine" to take advantage of crises to execute policy goals. The invasion of Iraq, the fascist coup in Chile, and other past examples of the shock doctrine in action. What's different about the crisis in Texas? How renewable sources of energy lend themselves to decentralization. On the fun half: Former cop implicates NYPD in the murder of Malcolm X. Dallas resident explains $6700 electricity bill for February, puts in context with normal month. Asked if state leadership failed, GOP Rep. Michael McCaul (TX10) says federal government deserves some blame for what happened in Texas, alludes to 2011 report about winterizing Texas grid. JULY 2020: New Wisconsin Democratic Senate candidate basically admits he's never been to Wisconsin before his dad went to buy the Milwaukee Bucks. Nina Turner explains why the people need to understand the difference between grassroots organizing and wielding power within government. Don Jr. from a gun bunker says that teachers unions are keeping children from going to school, says Biden is owned by teachers unions. Eric Weinstein says Jack Dorsey is throttling his Twitter account, asks him to fix it. Plus, your IMs. Members keep the Majority Report running. Become a member of the Majority Report today! 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: 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! 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. Ritual is a clean, vegan-friendly multivitamin that's formulated with high-quality nutrients in bioavailable forms your body can actually use - and there are no shady extras! You’ll always know what nutrients you’re taking and where they come from thanks to Ritual’s one-ofa-kind visible supply chain. Get 10% off your first 3-month subscription today at ritual.com/majority Check out Joshua Kahn Russell's friend, activist and organizer Casey Harrell who is raising money to treat his ALS diagnosis. 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 Matt Binder's YouTube channel! 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 Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattBinder @MattLech @BF1nn |
Fri, 19 February 2021
Ana Kasparian (@AnaKasparian) of TYT and the Jacobin Weekend Show joins Emma on this casual Friday. On today's show: De Blasio backs up Ron Kim's statements about Cuomo on Morning Joe. Ana Kasparian (@AnaKasparian) of TYT and the Jacobin Weekend Show joins Emma to discuss the big stories of the week: Ted Cruz's leaked texts. White House Press Sec. Jen Psaki muddies the waters wrt Biden’s refusal to forgive $50k in student debt. Ted Cruz does walk of shame in Cancun airport. Ted blames his kids for Cancun trip: “I was trying to be a dad.” On the fun half: Rep. Lauren Boebert displays guns haphazardly on bookshelf during virtual House committee hearing. UK Home Office releases corny 'no meeting up' video. Rudy Giuliani tells Steve Bannon a disgusting 'joke' about golfing with Ailes and Trump. Premier Doug Ford compares listening to Ontario NDP leader Andrea Horwath's criticism to "nails on a chalkboard" on Wednesday, Horwath says he should apologize to Canadians. Plus, your calls and IMs! Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com Munk Pack makes snacks that taste like our favorite sugary treats but with one gram of sugar or less. Try it for yourself and you’ll see – and we have a special deal for our listeners: get 20% off your first purchase of any Munk Pack product by visiting MunkPack.com and entering MAJORITYREPORT at checkout. Sunset Lake CBD 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 Leftisbest and get 20% off at sunsetlakecbd.com 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 Matt Binder’s YouTube channel! 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 Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattBinder @MattLech @BF1nn
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Thu, 18 February 2021
We are live at noon. Kate Aronoff joins Emma to discuss the extreme weather events in Texas and elsewhere, and the seemingly coordinated right-wing media reaction it. Also, Ted Cruz's brief Cancun excursion, Trump remembers Rush. And on the fun half: More on Ted Cruz, Andrew Cuomo cracking?, Dumpster Cops in Texas,and your calls and IMs.
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Wed, 17 February 2021
John Fetterman, Lieutenant Governor of Pennsylvania and candidate for United States Senate in 2022, joins Emma to talk about his fossil fuel pledge, running for Senate, whether he supports medicare for all, and more. We also discuss Rush Limbaugh's death and Joe Biden's town hall. On the fun half: Sam calls in re: Rush, Biden wants biracial commercials to save us, corporations are going socialist, and your calls and IMs! Quip’s new gum is actually good for your oral health, and it comes with a dispenser that’ll remind you of the one-click candy you loved as a kid. Quip Gum can help prevent cavities and freshen breath when chewed for 20 minutes after eating. It’s sugar-free, and has tooth-friendly xylitol with zero calories. If you go to getquip.com/majority right now, you can get a free plastic dispenser. Future Hindsight: The Majority Report is sponsored by civic engagement podcast Future Hindsight, who are back with an all-new season on systemic racism in the US. Tune in this week to learn the forgotten history of state-sponsored housing segregation, and how those New Deal policies still impact us today. Listen to Future Hindsight wherever you get your podcasts.
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Tue, 16 February 2021
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Mon, 15 February 2021
David Zucchino joins us to discuss his book, "Wilmington’s Lie: We are back live tomorrow.
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Fri, 12 February 2021
Sam hosts Benjamin Dixon (@BenjaminPDixon) of the Benjamin Dixon Show and David Roth (@david_j_roth), editor at Defector and host of The Distraction Podcast, to discuss the week's top stories including the second senate impeachment trial of Donald Trump and the Biden administration's Covid relief plans. On today's show: Rep. Raskin argues that if Trump returned to office he would not bother to reign in his supporters' violent attacks on political opponents. Lindsay Graham says he wants an investigation into what Nancy Pelosi knew before January 6. Benjamin Dixon (@BenjaminPDixon) of the Benjamin Dixon Show joins Sam to discuss stories including: Trump's second impeachment trial and the Biden admin's shrinking Covid relief checks. Trump's lawyer argues that his impeachment is "constitutional cancel culture." Sen. Whitehouse says Senate ethics committee should look at GOP senators' role in Jan 6 riots. Dave Ramsey says if you're concerned about difference of $600 or $1400 relief then you have bigger problems in your life. David Roth (@david_j_roth), editor at Defector and host of The Distraction Podcast, joins Sam to discuss where the Trumpist wing of the GOP goes from here. Will Marjorie Taylor Greene actually write laws, or just become a touring aggrievement show? OAN's sentimental tribute to Trump Presidency includes sad piano music, poem by Rudyard Kipling. Speaking about Dallas Mavericks' decision to not play national anthem before games, Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick says it's like the Jan 6 riots. Mike Huckabee running ads on Newsmax, targeting grandparents to buy their grandkids books on Trump's accomplishments. Brian Kilmeade says media isn't talking about falling Covid cases because Dems can't pass their wasteful stimulus if the numbers are going down. OCTOBER 2020: Seema Verma at Aspen Ideas Festival says governors are on board with Medicaid work requirements, people don't want to be on Medicaid. CNN interviews children of parents who fell deep into Qanon conspiracy. Plus, your IMs. Members keep the Majority Report running. Become a member of the Majority Report today! 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: 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! sunsetlake cbd 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 Leftisbest and get 20% off at sunsetlakecbd.com Check out Joshua Kahn Russell's friend, activist and organizer Casey Harrell who is raising money to treat his ALS diagnosis. 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 Matt Binder's YouTube channel! 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 Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7pm ET! Special early stream tonight, 2/12, at 6pm ET) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattBinder @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:36pm EDT |
Thu, 11 February 2021
2522 - How Republican State Legislatures Are Already Trying to Steal the Next Election w/ Ari Berman
Sam hosts Ari Berman, senior reporter at Mother Jones, to discuss the deluge of statehouse legislation aiming to curb voting rights for the next election cycle. Sam and Ari examine how states have tried to restrict voting rights after the 2013 Supreme Court decision which no longer required southern states to receive federal approval before changing their voting laws. Sam and Ari then explore how voting laws may change in the midterm cycle and the next presidential election. Ari warns against the restrictive voting rights and how it could very well come back to hurt the GOP turnout, not just the Democrats. Sam and Ari go state-by-state on how battleground state legislatures are trying to restrict voting rights from gerrymandering to court elections. And in the Fun Half: Tucker Carlson goes full InfoWars, the union drive at the Alabama Amazon fulfillment center, water rights in Florida, student loan forgiveness on Fox and Friends doesn't go exactly according to plan, plus your calls and IMs. Members keep the Majority Report running. Become a member of the Majority Report today! 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 If you're in Texas and need rental assistance, check out https://texasrentrelief.com/ 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 Ground News is the first-ever app that gives you a crystal clear picture of how individual media corporations are spinning news stories, based on these hidden agendas. Take control of how you consume news. And get the full story. Download the Ground News app totally free by going to https://ground.news/majority Check out Joshua Kahn Russell's friend, activist and organizer Casey Harrell who is raising money to treat his ALS diagnosis. 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 Matt Binder's YouTube channel! 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 Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7pm ET...special early stream Friday 2/12 at 6pm ET) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattBinder @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:45pm EDT |
Wed, 10 February 2021
Sam and Emma host New York Times cybersecurity reporter Nicole Perlroth to discuss her new both This Is How They Tell Me the World Ends: The Cyberweapons Arms Race on the new world of espionage and cyber-warfare and Washington's failure to address cyber over the past several decades. Sam and Emma discuss the history of Zero-Day programming and the arms race to exploit digital infrastructures across the globe, as well as how to begin to reign in these attacks. And in the Fun Half: Democrats moving beyond Clinton talking points, Cuomo is ready to ruin NY with Covid again, the Passion of Neera Tanden, presenting the Best of Bruce Castor, Kilmeade's revelation on Trump's lawyers, Members keep the Majority Report running. Become a member of the Majority Report today! 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 Podcast: This week’s episode is sponsored by civic engagement podcast Future Hindsight, who are back with an all-new season on systemic racism in the US. This week they’re taking a look at racial bias in organized labor and the shocking wage gap felt by women and people of color. Listen to Future Hindsight wherever you get your podcasts. 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. 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. Check out Joshua Kahn Russell's friend, activist and organizer Casey Harrell who is raising money to treat his ALS diagnosis. 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 Matt Binder's YouTube channel! 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 Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattBinder @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:10pm EDT |
Tue, 9 February 2021
Sam and Emma look forward to the second impeachment trial of former president Donald Trump, the latest on Covid relief, and more on today's show. And in the Fun Half: Luara Ingraham goes full Goebbels, the GOP blames the left for politicizing Covid, and Brian Kilmeade advocates for abolishing the federal minimum wage, plus your calls and IMs! Members keep the Majority Report running. Become a member of the Majority Report today! 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: ExpressVPN creates a secure, encrypted tunnel between your device and the internet so that your online activity can’t be seen by anyone. It works on all your devices – phones, laptops, even routers – so everyone who shares your Wi-Fi can still be protected even if they don’t have ExpressVPN. Use my exclusive link, expressvpn.com/majority and you can get an extra three months FREE. Native: Switching to Native from an antiperspirant doesn’t mean you have to worry about midday BO – because it’s made with ingredients you’ve heard of, like coconut oil and shea butter, and WITHOUT aluminum, parabens, or talc. With over 10 scents, including their classics and rotating seasonals, you’re guaranteed to find one you love. Make the switch to Native TODAY by going to NativeDeo.com/majorityreport, or use promo code majorityreport at checkout, and get 20% off your first order. Check out Joshua Kahn Russell's friend, activist and organizer Casey Harrell who is raising money to treat his ALS diagnosis. Check out DSA Emerge presents: Asad Haider on Communist Politics in Our Time, a teach-in hosted by Jamie Peck: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n9-jFFQwnJg 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 Matt Binder's YouTube channel! 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 Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattBinder @MattLech @BF1nn |
Mon, 8 February 2021
Sam hosts New Orleans epidemiologist Dr. MarkAlain Dery to discuss the state of the Coronavirus in the US, including the science behind the vaccines, and why people should remain vigilant as more infectious variants begin to spread across the country. And in the Fun Half: the church of Donald Trump, Mike Lindell predicts the end times, and Democrats negotiate against themselves to decide who's worthy of relief checks. Members keep the Majority Report running. Become a member of the Majority Report today! 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 Joshua Kahn Russell's friend, activist and organizer Casey Harrell who is raising money to treat his ALS diagnosis. Check out DSA Emerge presents: Asad Haider on Communist Politics in Our Time, a teach-in hosted by Jamie Peck: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n9-jFFQwnJg 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 Matt Binder's YouTube channel! 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 Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattBinder @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:47pm EDT |
Fri, 5 February 2021
Sam and Emma host Heather "Digby" Parton from Salon.com and Hullabaloo to discuss the stories of the week, including the Senate budget passed earlier this morning and the future of the GOP. And David Feldman joins us in the Fun Half and puts all his cards on the table. And in the Fun Half: the false equivalency between BLM protests and the Capitol riots, the case to abolishing student loan debt, Rudy Giuliani says this 1st Amendment stuff is going too far, plus Marjorie Taylor Greene's floor speech, and your calls and IMs! Members keep the Majority Report running. Become a member of the Majority Report today! 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: sunsetlake cbd 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 Leftisbest and get 20% off at sunsetlakecbd.com 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. Munk Pack make snacks that taste like our favorite sugary treats but with one gram of sugar or less. Try it for yourself and you’ll see – and we have a special deal for our listeners: get 20% off your first purchase of any Munk Pack product by visiting MunkPack.com and entering MAJORITYREPORT at checkout. 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, my listeners can go to ZipRecruiter.com/majority Check out Joshua Kahn Russell's friend, activist and organizer Casey Harrell who is raising money to treat his ALS diagnosis. Check out DSA Emerge presents: Asad Haider on Communist Politics in Our Time, a teach-in hosted by Jamie Peck: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n9-jFFQwnJg 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 Matt Binder's YouTube channel! 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 Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattBinder @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 4:43pm EDT |
Thu, 4 February 2021
Matt Stoller (@matthewstoller), author of the BIG Substack, joins Sam and Emma to discuss the vaccine distribution rollout and why monopolies have slowed the vaccination process across the country. On today's show: Jim Jordan says taking action on Marjorie Taylor Greene's past comments is a slippery slope, gives a tired take on cancel culture. Matt Stoller (@matthewstoller), author of the BIG Substack, joins Sam and Emma to discuss the vaccine distribution rollout and why monopolies have slowed the vaccination process across the country. The international cooperation that went into the vaccine rollout. Why independent pharmacies are doing better than monopolistic chains at distributing the vaccine. Will Biden appoint anti-monopolist Lina Khan to an antitrust slot? On the fun half: Mike Bloomberg feigns empathy says we need to open schools for the children, teachers need to get in line. C-SPAN caller: "Democrats are going to keep eating the babies." A plug for the Atlanta Justice Alliance's mutual aid projects (@AtlantaJustice for donation links). Newsmax top anchor can't decide what side he'll take on the Myanmar coup (tweets two hours apart). Trump's SAG resignation letter. Plus, your calls and IMs! Members keep the Majority Report running. Become a member of the Majority Report today! www.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: 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 Ground News is the first-ever app that gives you a crystal clear picture of how individual media corporations are spinning news stories, based on these hidden agendas. Take control of how you consume news. And get the full story. Download the Ground News app totally free by going to https://ground.news/majority Check out Joshua Kahn Russell's friend, activist and organizer Casey Harrell who is raising money to treat his ALS diagnosis. Check out DSA Emerge presents: Asad Haider on Communist Politics in Our Time, a teach-in hosted by Jamie Peck: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n9-jFFQwnJg 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 Matt Binder's YouTube channel! 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 Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattBinder @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:42pm EDT |
Wed, 3 February 2021
Sam and Emma host Sarah Jaffe (@sarahljaffe) to discuss her new book, Work Won't Love You Back: How Devotion to Our Jobs Keeps Us Exploited, Exhausted, and Alone and how to build a better relationship with our labor. On today's show: Even Newsmax has had enough of Mike Lindell, anchor walks off mid-interview, Lindell goes on about Dominion voting machines. Sam and Emma host Sarah Jaffe (@sarahljaffe) to discuss her new book, Work Won't Love You Back: How Devotion to Our Jobs Keeps Us Exploited, Exhausted, and Alone and how to build a better relationship with our labor. What is "the working class"? The shift that has occurred in the US from a manufacturing economy to service and care work, and the gendered dynamics at play. The dangers of "family" rhetoric at work and the rise of personal branding. The importance of collective, worker-led solutions and social justice unionism. On the fun half: Bill Hemmer compares Marjorie Taylor Greene to Ilhan Omar, says at least MTG isn't seen as a racist. Asked about whether House GOP supports Cheney or Greene More, Steve Scalise says the real concern is Biden administration. Ilhan Omar statement on MTG. Trump impeachment trial lawyer says it's bad to show Capitol riot footage, "Why does the country need that now?" Kristi Noem says South Dakota leading the way on Covid response, 1 in 500 SD residents have died of Covid. South Carolina mom who lost job during pandemic explains how she fell into Qanon conspiracy culture. Tim Pool says AOC shouldn't serve if she can't handle the intimidation and threats, says he supports Tulsi. Plus, your calls and IMs! Members keep the Majority Report running. Become a member of the Majority Report today! www.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: Future Hindsight: The Majority Report is sponsored by civic engagement podcast Future Hindsight, who are back with an all-new season on systemic racism in the US. Tune in this week to learn the forgotten history of state-sponsored housing segregation, and how those New Deal policies still impact us today. Listen to Future Hindsight wherever you get your podcasts. Honey: add Honey to your computer for free and shop on lots of your favorite websites like normal. If Honey finds a coupon, it will automatically tell you, applying the correct codes and dropping the price in a flash. Try Honey today at JoinHoney.com/MAJORITY Harry’s owns a German factory that’s been honing razor blades for 100 years – they source their steel from Sweden and own the entire manufacturing process, allowing them to keep prices low. New U.S. customers can redeem a Harry’s trial set at Harrys.com/MAJORITYREPORT. You’ll get: A 5-blaze razor -featuring their new, sharper blades, a weighted handle, foaming shave gel with aloe, and a travel cover to protect your blade when you’re on the go. 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. Check out Joshua Kahn Russell's friend, activist and organizer Casey Harrell who is raising money to treat his ALS diagnosis. Check out DSA Emerge presents: Asad Haider on Communist Politics in Our Time, a teach-in hosted by Jamie Peck: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n9-jFFQwnJg 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 Matt Binder's YouTube channel! 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 Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattBinder @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 4:49pm EDT |
Tue, 2 February 2021
Sam and Emma discuss the stories of the week, including the Democrats' plan to pass Covid relief, the problem with the Senate PayGo laws, and the takeaways from AOC sharing her story from the January 6 Capitol riots. And in the Fun Half: the misogyny of after AOC sharing her story from January 6, the GOP defends Marjorie Taylor Greene, what's happening in liberal cities in red states, Meghan McCain flattens the MTG controversies, plus your calls and IMs! Members keep the Majority Report running. Become a member of the Majority Report today! 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: LiquidIV: Proper hydration is crucial for your immune system and can boost your immunity. Liquid I.V. has more vitamin C than an orange and as much potassium as a banana. It’s packed with Vitamins B3, B5, B6 and B12 – vitamins known to help your body defend against infections – and made effective through Cellular Transport Technology. Now you can get 25 percent off when you go to LiquidIV.com and use code MAJORITYREP at checkout. Feetures Elite Sock keeps feet cool, dry, and blister-free while providing a custom-like fit that won’t bunch or slip. They’ve engineered a sock with targeted compression, anatomical design and moisture-wicking material for unsurpassed performance. Feetures socks will change how you feel about socks forever. And you can get ten dollars off your first pair of Feetures when you use code MAJORITY at feetures.com. Harry’s owns a German factory that’s been honing razor blades for 100 years – they source their steel from Sweden and own the entire manufacturing process, allowing them to keep prices low. New U.S. customers can redeem a Harry’s trial set at Harrys.com/MAJORITYREPORT. You’ll get: A 5-blaze razor -featuring their new, sharper blades, a weighted handle, foaming shave gel with aloe, and a travel cover to protect your blade when you’re on the go. Check out Joshua Kahn Russell's friend, activist and organizer Casey Harrell who is raising money to treat his ALS diagnosis. Check out DSA Emerge presents: Asad Haider on Communist Politics in Our Time, a teach-in hosted by Jamie Peck, TONIGHT, January 28, at 7pm ET! RSVP: https://actionnetwork.org/events/emerge-presents-asaid-haider-on-communist-politics-in-our-time 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 Matt Binder's YouTube channel! 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 Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattBinder @MattLech @BF1nn |
Mon, 1 February 2021
Sam and Emma host Maurice Chammah, staff writer at The Marshall Project, and author of Let the Lord Sort Them: The Rise and Fall of the Death Penalty joins the show to discuss his new book and how America might move beyond its shameful history of capital punishment. Sam and Chammah explore how the death penalty took hold through American culture, particularly Texas, and its relationship to reconstruction and lynchings in the south. Chammah continues to describe the mythology of Texas, frontier justice, and how it impacted the continuation of the death penalty. The two continue their conversation considering how state governments made capital punishment operational from the 1970s onward, and how Bill Clinton used it to secure his political future. Sam, Emma, and Chammah conclude their conversation by examining the future of the death penalty and how a Democratic administration could work around states' efforts to uphold their capital punishment. Chammah closes the discussion by talking about changing punitive carceral reform and the incremental changes needed to provide a more humane society. And in the Fun Half: Reaching out to Christians with left talking points, will Dems repeal GOP tax cuts, why the fever will not break for the GOP, dispatches from George Floyd Park in Minneapolis, the disturbing footage of Rochester NY cops pepper-spraying a black child in the back of their squad car, 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: ThirdLove bra styles are made to fit your life. This is hands down the most comfortable bra you’ll own – with straps that won’t slip, tagless labels, and lightweight, memory foam cups mold to your shape. Go to THIRDLOVE.com/majority now to find your perfect-fitting bra… and get 20% 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! 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). Check out Joshua Kahn Russell's friend, activist and organizer Casey Harrell who is raising money to treat his ALS diagnosis. Check out DSA Emerge presents: Asad Haider on Communist Politics in Our Time, a teach-in hosted by Jamie Peck, TONIGHT, January 28, at 7pm ET! RSVP: https://actionnetwork.org/events/emerge-presents-asaid-haider-on-communist-politics-in-our-time 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 Matt Binder's YouTube channel! 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 Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattBinder @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:41pm EDT |
Fri, 29 January 2021
Sam and Emma host Alex Pareene (@pareene) of The New Republic and Francesca Fiorentini (@franifio), host of The Bitchuation Room podcast, to discuss the week's top stories including the end of Biden's bipartisanship, Democrats' filibuster debate, and the GameStop short squeeze. On today's show: Austin cuts police budget, uses money to buy a hotel for the homeless. Marjorie Taylor Greene, from her car, suggests Vegas shooting was planned to turn people against 2nd amendment rights. FEB 2019: Marjorie Taylor Greene says Nancy Pelosi is guilty of treason, and those who commit treason can be executed for their crimes. Alex Pareene (@pareene) of The New Republic joins Sam and Emma to discuss the week's top stories. Obstacles to Biden's early measures. How the Dems are using reconciliation to pass Covid-19 relief without Republican support. The issues around filibuster reform. Trump's continued influence on the Republican Party. Francesca Fiorentini (@franifio), host of The Bitchuation Room podcast, joins the show for some Casual Friday fun. Leon Cooperman complains about billionaires being treated unfairly by day traders. On the fun half: Matt Gaetz goes to Wyoming to rally support to oust Liz Chaney in 2022 cycle. Ainsley Earhardt says Robinhood shutting down Gamestop trading is just like cancel culture, both are little guys being shut down. Gorka talks about how Trumpers should not start a third party. Trump claims he can help get Republicans elected in meeting readout. Talking about Dominion lawsuits with Steve Bannon, Rudy says he's not worried because he considers himself a journalist, blames Lincoln Project for Capitol Hill insurrection. Steve Mnuchin's wife Louise Linton has made a terrible movie. 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: Check out Joshua Kahn Russell's friend, activist and organizer Casey Harrell who is raising money to treat his ALS diagnosis. Check out DSA Emerge presents: Asad Haider on Communist Politics in Our Time, a teach-in hosted by Jamie Peck: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n9-jFFQwnJg 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 Matt Binder's YouTube channel! 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 Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattBinder @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:15pm EDT |
Thu, 28 January 2021
Sam and Emma host Eric Levitz (@EricLevitz) of New York Magazine to discuss the state of the filibuster negotiations in the senate, and then Edward Ongweso Jr (@bigblackjacobin) from Vice Motherboard joins to discuss the Reddit/GameStop/Robinhood short squeeze and what comes next in the populist financial story of the year. On today's show: Pelosi slams GOP leadership for response to Marjorie Taylor Greene. Sam and Emma host Eric Levitz (@EricLevitz) of New York Magazine to discuss the state of the filibuster negotiations in the Senate. Dems have the chance to enact filibuster reform, but Manchin and Sinema say they won’t bust the filibuster. Why are they like this? Edward Ongweso Jr (@bigblackjacobin) from Vice Motherboard joins to discuss the Reddit/GameStop/Robinhood short squeeze and what comes next in the populist financial story of the year. On the fun half: Squawk Box guest, venture capitalist, comments on how angry younger generations seem to be, says there's nihilism in recent social movements. Chamath Palihapitiya basically argues the stock market is bullshit, "Just because you were wrong, doesn't mean you get to write the rules." Marx brags about playing the stock market in 1864. Biden reaffirms he will not ban fracking. 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 Joshua Kahn Russell's friend, activist and organizer Casey Harrell who is raising money to treat his ALS diagnosis. Check out DSA Emerge presents: Asad Haider on Communist Politics in Our Time, a teach-in hosted by Jamie Peck, TONIGHT, January 28, at 7pm ET! RSVP: https://actionnetwork.org/events/emerge-presents-asaid-haider-on-communist-politics-in-our-time 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 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/newsfromnowhere Check out Matt Binder's YouTube channel! 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 Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattBinder @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:22pm EDT |
Wed, 27 January 2021
Sam and Emma host Mike Konczal (@rortybomb), director at the Roosevelt Institute, to discuss his new book Freedom from the Market: America’s Fight to Liberate Itself from the Grip of the Invisible Hand on how to redefine our rights and freedoms beyond the control of the marketplace. On today's show: Rand Paul brings motion to require vote on whether or not February impeachment trial is constitutional, Rand Paul says Dems are not governing and ignoring their own rhetoric that inspires violence. Sam and Emma host Mike Konczal (@rortybomb), director at the Roosevelt Institute, to discuss his new book Freedom from the Market: America’s Fight to Liberate Itself from the Grip of the Invisible Hand on how to redefine our rights and freedoms beyond the control of the marketplace. Neoliberalism and capitalism defined. How markets are restricting people's freedom. How government spending can be leveraged to promote equality. On the fun half: Mike Lindell joins Tucker Carlson after Twitter removed MyPillow CEO's account, says he was hacked by Germans and Dominion. Mike Lindell continues on rant, Tucker Carlson thanks him for coming on, "Why's he been censored?" Tucker Carlson defends Qanon believers, "No government can tell you what to think." Tucker says there's no such thing as privilege, goes on remarkably racist rant on zero sum theory. Andrew Ross Sorkin explains Gamestop situation and hedgefund Melvin Capital's loss in pulling out of their short scheme. Billionaire tech investor Chamath Palihapitiya defends power of individual investors to compete with hedge funds. 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 Joshua Kahn Russell's friend, activist and organizer Casey Harrell who is raising money to treat his ALS diagnosis. Check out today's sponsors: Brooklinen: Brooklinen has a variety of sheets, colors, patterns, and materials to fit your needs and tastes. Brooklinen has over 50,000 5-star reviews and counting - they are so confident you will love their products, they even offer a 365 day money back guarantee! Go to Brooklinen.com and use promo code MAJORITY to get $25 off when you spend $100 or more, plus free shipping. Ritual: Sugars, GMOs, synthetic fillers, artificial colorants, and animal byproducts are all ingredients you might find in a multivitamin. Not Ritual, though. Its clean, vegan-friendly formula is made with key nutrients in forms your body can actually use to fill the gaps in your diet – no shady extras.Your multivitamins are delivered to your door every month with free shipping. Go to ritual.com/majority to is receive 10% off during your first three months. 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 (streaming every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:55pm EDT |
Tue, 26 January 2021
Sam and Emma discuss the state of the Senate filibuster, what to expect from Covid relief negotiations and the second Trump impeachment trial. Nomiki joins on the fun half. 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 Joshua Kahn Russell's friend, activist and organizer Casey Harrell who is raising money to treat his ALS diagnosis. Check out today's sponsors: Munk Pack make snacks that taste like our favorite sugary treats but with one gram of sugar or less. Try it for yourself and you’ll see – and we have a special deal for our listeners: get 20% off your first purchase of any Munk Pack product by visiting MunkPack.com and entering MAJORITYREPORT 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/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 (streaming every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattLech @BF1nn |
Mon, 25 January 2021
Sam and Emma host author and activist Astra Taylor (@astradisastra) to discuss how and why the Biden administration can wipe out student debt for millions of Americans. They're also joined by special guest Elizabeth Alvarez from Debt Collective (@StrikeDebt) to discuss the organization's new strike, the "Biden Jubilee 100." On today's show: CNN host suggests hypocrisy that Sanders wants to use reconciliation for legislative goals, Sanders says he's using it to provide for working people, not billionaires. Sam and Emma host author and activist Astra Taylor (@astradisastra) to discuss how and why the Biden administration can wipe out student debt for millions of Americans. They're also joined by special guest Elizabeth Alvarez from Debt Collective (@StrikeDebt) to discuss the organization's new strike, the "Biden Jubilee 100." What is a debtors' union and how does it benefit its participants? How would it help the economy and American civic life to forgive everyone's student loans? On the fun half: People are canceling their memberships to Mar-a-lago. Deborah Birx says there were parallel data streams that were not informing the White House correctly. Fox and Friends is bringing back the caravan, calling it a superspreader event, get upset that Biden is suspending travel for England and Ireland and rest of Europe. 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 (streaming every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:45pm EDT |
Fri, 22 January 2021
Sam and Emma host Heather "Digby" Parton (@digby56) from Hullabaloo and Salon.com to discuss the new Biden administration, what's happening in the Senate, and the second coming of Donald Trump's impeachment trial. On today's show: Lindsey Graham says GOP is united in opposition to impeaching Trump, McConnell has a plan, Trump has a great legal team. Schumer announces Pelosi will deliver articles of impeachment of Donald Trump, will commence on Monday. Heather "Digby" Parton (@digby56) from Hullabaloo and Salon.com joins Sam and Emma to discuss the new Biden administration, what's happening in the Senate, and the second coming of Donald Trump's impeachment trial. Comedian Judy Gold (@JewdyGold) joins the program to celebrate Trump's defeat. With special guest Donald Trump! Comedian James Austin Johnson sticks around to discuss growing up an evangelical Christian, conservative comedy, and how his Republican family members like his Trump impression. New GOP Staten Island congresswoman asked why she voted against election certification, can't come up with a coherent answer. Hannity hosts computer repairman from Delaware who serviced Hunter Biden's laptop, looks legit. Irony of Jacobin "idol Biden" cover goes over Tim Pool's head completely. Jimmy Dore is dangerously clueless re: the Boogaloo Boys. Plus, your 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: Quip’s new gum is actually good for your oral health, and it comes with a dispenser that’ll remind you of the one-click candy you loved as a kid. Quip Gum can help prevent cavities and freshen breath when chewed for 20 minutes after eating. It’s sugar-free, and has tooth-friendly xylitol with zero calories. If you go to getquip.com/majority right now, you can get a free plastic dispenser. 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 Leftisbest and get 20% off at http://www.sunsetlakecbd.com 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 (streaming every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @NomikiKonst @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:21pm EDT |
Thu, 21 January 2021
Sam hosts David Dayen (@ddayen) to discuss the policy agenda for the Biden administration and the senators that stand in its way. On today's show: From a media perch, CNN anchor calls out "Mr. President, can you unite the country?" Ainsley Earhardt says so much for unity, Biden undoing Trump executive actions means unity is off the table. Sam hosts David Dayen (@ddayen) to discuss the policy agenda for the Biden administration and the senators that stand in its way. Biden's use of executive powers to accomplish some things: evidence that he knows he could use them to forgive student debt. The Trump admin and private sector's fast development of the vaccine and terrible distribution. How the Dems could use reconciliation to pass Covid relief. The utility of "skinny bills" in the face of GOP obstructionism. Biden's firings at the CFPB, NLRB and their significance. On the fun half: AOC on the strike line with Teamsters JC 16. Striking Teamster describes how driver turned back to Ohio when he saw his union brothers and sisters striking. NYPD threatens to arrest striking workers. Jim Clyburn recounts how George Bush called him the savior for orchestrating Biden victory in SC in 2020 primary. Tucker Carlson and guest discussing white supremacy, guest says BLM/Antifa are just like KKK in Reconstruction because they enforce for the Democratic Party. Left-wing groups protest Biden, Democratic Party on Inauguration Day. Bernie says that while he'd like GOP support, he says if they obstruct Democrats should do it alone. 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 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/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 (streaming every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattBinder @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:32pm EDT |
Wed, 20 January 2021
Sam and Emma invite you to the Majority Report's special coverage of the Biden Inauguration. Plus, Waleed Shahid (@_waleedshahi) of Justice Democrats joins us to discuss what progressives can expect in the first 100 days of the Biden administration. On today's show: Joe Biden gets sworn in, gives speech. Waleed Shahid (@_waleedshahi) of Justice Democrats joins us to discuss what progressives can expect in the first 100 days of the Biden administration. $15 minimum wage victory. Why Biden might end up to the left of Obama. What should Biden & co focus on and how should they deal with the GOP? The chances for progressive influence in a Biden WH. On the fun half: Mike Lindell and right wing host explain how Trump might remain in office past Wednesday, but either way the Biden inauguration is "null and void." Telegram QAnon channels reckon with end of Trump presidency and Biden inauguration. Don Jr and Eric Trump crying during their father's farewell speech. In parting speech, Trump tells supporters he left it "all on the field." CNN pollster feeling his oats on Biden inauguration a bit too much. 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: Magic Spoon: Magic Spoon is a cereal company that’s discovered a way to recreate your favorite childhood cereals with 0 sugar, 11 grams of protein, and only 3 net grams of carbs in each serving. So many of you have asked, and now you can finally build your VERY OWN custom variety box! You can choose from the best-selling Cocoa, Fruity, Frosted, and Blueberry flavors PLUS brandnew flavors including Peanut Butter and Cinnamon! Go to magicspoon.com/majorityreport and use the code MAJORITYREPORT to save five dollars 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/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 (streaming every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @NomikiKonst @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 4:29pm EDT |
Tue, 19 January 2021
Sam and Emma are back to cover the last day of the Trump presidency and what lies ahead for Biden after tomorrow's inauguration. Sam and Emma start with a look at the National Guard troops in DC before the Biden administration takes office. The two then look forward to the Biden "Day 1" agenda and how the administration can quickly undo the damage done the past four years to things like environmental regulations, immigration laws, and other executive orders. Sam then explains the close call of Schedule F federal employees and the Trump administration's last-ditch efforts to destroy the administrative state. Sam and Emma close out the free show taking on Biden's DOJ antitrust department picks. And in the Fun Half: Don Jr and Kim Guilfoyle tell the Trump faithful the best is yet to come, Hillary Clinton and Nancy Pelosi want a 9/11 commission-style report on Trump and Putin, Mike Lindell says Bed, Bath, and Beyond is canceling MyPillow, Fox News has a Seth Rich problem, the People's Party grift is revealed, 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: Headspace: 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. 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 (streaming every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @NomikiKonst @MattLech @BF1nn |
Mon, 18 January 2021
Rejoinging us to discuss MLK's legacy in 2021 is Professor Gerald Horne, author of the forthcoming "The Bittersweet Science: Racism, Racketeering and the Political Economy of Boxing." Then, Our compilation of MLK-related audio returns with a new addition this year with excerpts from this newly-released speech via The Root: “Exclusive: Martin Luther King Jr. Talks Reparations, White Economic Anxiety and Guaranteed Income in Previously Unheard Speech” Dr. King’s first TV “interview” from the show “The Open Mind – The New Negro” in 1957, hosted by Professor Richard D. Hefner. Beyond Vietnam, delivered on April 4, 1967 at Riverside Church in New York City. MLK’s last speech “Remaining Awake Through a Great Revolution“ delivered at the National Cathedral, Washington, D.C., on 31 March 1968. Walter Cronkite reports King’s assassination. Nina Simone “Why?” live, 3 days following MLK’s assassination. |
Fri, 15 January 2021
Sam hosts Osita Nwanevu (@OsitaNwanevu), staff writer at the New Republic, to discuss the new Biden-led government, the failures of bipartisanship, and why Democrats need to bury the GOP in order to start building a democracy. On today's show: Joe Biden announces coronarivus economic recovery plan. Sam hosts Osita Nwanevu (@OsitaNwanevu), staff writer at the New Republic, to discuss the new Biden-led government, the failures of bipartisanship, and why Democrats need to bury the GOP in order to start building a democracy. How to make the case that the GOP can’t be compromised with. How to spread consciousness in red states. The difficult task of institution-building. And will defecit hysteria come back? DC Metro police officer shares his story of what happened last week at capitol. Jason Selvig (@jasonselvig) and Davram Stiefler (@davramdavram) of The Good Liars comedy team (@TheGoodLiars) join Sam to talk about trolling Tom Steyer, covering the riot at the capitol, and the connections between QAnon and religion. On the fun half: Glenn Greenwald sympathizes with Trump rioters who have been removed from social media platforms. Dave Rubin calls out Sam Harris, Steven Pinker, Richard Dawkins on support for Trump Twitter ban. Plus, your calls and IMs! Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com Check out the Brand New Majority Report Merch Shop! New merch dropped this week! 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: 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 Leftisbest and get 20% off at http://www.sunsetlakecbd.com 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/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 (streaming every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 6:20pm EDT |
Thu, 14 January 2021
Sam hosts Vanessa Williamson (@V_Williamson), a Brookings Institute fellow, to discuss her recent piece in Dissent Magazine, "The Austerity Politics of White Supremacy," on how the cult of the "taxpayer" functions as an effective veneer to push through racist attacks on democracy. On today's show: Cori Bush says House should impeach Trump, a white supremacist president, GOP boos her. House GOP member says Trump and his supporters aren't racist.... they're just afraid of immigrants crossing the border and not being able to say offensive things! Sam hosts Vanessa Williamson (@V_Williamson), a Brookings Institute fellow, to discuss her recent piece in Dissent Magazine, "The Austerity Politics of White Supremacy," on how the cult of the "taxpayer" functions as an effective veneer to push through racist attacks on democracy. In the days of Reconstruction, the Southern planter class found it difficult to get poor whites on their side without appealing to their material interests. By re-framing policy in terms of taxes, they got tax-burdened whites on board with a project of austerity which continues to this day. On the fun half: Poll: QAnon favorability is highest among young people. Marjorie Taylor Greene unveils plan to impeach Joe Biden. QAnon Shaman describes how the cops let him leave the capitol. Trumpers yell at Rep Correa in airport. A plug for National Educators United (nationaleducatorsunited.org). Protestor before capitol building yelling "we were invited!" After Trump is impeached in the House, Mike Huckabee describes it as a lynching. NY AG Tish James talks about lawsuit against NYPD. Tucker says Democrats are a solitary group with "shared genetics" founded in the exclusion of straight white men. 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 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 3.0 bidet pays for itself in a few months. Go to hellotushy.com/majority to get 10% off today! 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/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 (streaming every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:23pm EDT |
Wed, 13 January 2021
Sam hosts Adam Jentleson (@AJentleson), former advisor to Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, to discuss his new book Kill Switch: The Rise of the Modern Senate and the Crippling of American Democracy on how the filibuster negatively impacts American democracy. On today's show: Democratic House member says GOP reps are telling him they fear for their lives if they vote to impeach Trump. Sam hosts Adam Jentleson (@AJentleson), former advisor to Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, to discuss his new book Kill Switch: The Rise of the Modern Senate and the Crippling of American Democracy on how the filibuster negatively impacts American democracy. How John C. Calhoun and other Southern Senators pioneered the filibuster to block civil rights legislation during Reconstruction. How it persisted through the Jim Crow era and became normalized. Reforms that could change the majority required to pass legislation in the Senate back to 50%. Asked if he feels responsible for recent events, Home Depot CEO Ken Langone feels betrayed by last week's riots: "I didn't sign up for that!" On the fun half: GOP House member says there's violence on both sides of the aisle. Asked about companies opposing Trump, Lauren Boebert says Democrats were the ones who normalized violence. NJ Congresswoman asserts that GOP Reps were taking civilians on recon tours through the House the day before riots took place. Doocy asks hypothetical: If it was a GOP House would they impeach a Democratic president for what Trump did, Kilmeade admits yes, but Democrats always impeach, Kilmeade then asks pro-impeachment GOP why they're against Trump now. Pompeo ignores questions from VOA reporter who was reassigned after challenging Pompeo w/ hard questions about his role in delegimitizing election results. Mike Pompeo says Al Qaeda's Abu Mohammed al-Masri was assassinated in Tehran in August and that shows Al Qaida "home base" is in Iran. 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: Grove Collaborative is the online marketplace that delivers all-natural home, beauty, and personal care products directly to you! For a limited time, when listeners go to Grove.co/majority you will get a FREE FIVE PIECE. Cleaning set from Mrs. Meyer’s and Grove – a $30 value! 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 (streaming every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:36pm EDT |
Tue, 12 January 2021
Sam and Emma break down the Democrats' plan for impeachment, rising coronavirus cases, and potential investigations into what happened at the Capitol last week. Sam and Emma discuss the right-wing media 's talking points on Trump's second impeachment and why Democratic leadership cannot capitulate to calls for "unity" or "moving forward." Sam and Emma then host video journalist Brendan Gutenschwager (@bgonthescene) who was inside the Capitol last week to discuss what happened on the ground and what went wrong with security. And in the Fun Half: de-platforming and antitrust monopoly issues, the seriousness of the conservative aggrievement and the actions it foments, fighting disinformation and widespread fake news, Sam and Emma argue about liability law in bars, Alex Jones and his Frankenstein monster, Lesley Stahl asks bad questions to Nancy Pelosi who gives bad answers, 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: Harry’s owns a German factory that’s been honing razor blades for 100 years – they source their steel from Sweden and own the entire manufacturing process, allowing them to keep prices low. New U.S. customers can redeem a Harry’s trial set at Harrys.com/MAJORITYREPORT. You’ll get: A 5-blaze razor -featuring their new, sharper blades, a weighted handle, foaming shave gel with aloe, and a travel cover to protect your blade when you’re on the go. 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. Munk Pack: It's common to set health snacking goals that never actually stick. Munk Pack who make snacks that taste like our favorite sugary treats but with one gram of sugar or less. 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 (streaming every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattLech @BF1nn |
Mon, 11 January 2021
Sam hosts David Dayen (@ddayen), Executive Editor at the American Prospect, to discuss how the Democrats will govern in the face of dueling national crises. On today's show: Right-wing reporter explains how Q believers understood rushing the Capitol, "close to a mass casualty event." Sam hosts David Dayen (@ddayen), Executive Editor at the American Prospect, to discuss how the Democrats will govern in the face of dueling national crises. The likelihood that leaders of the capitol invasion will be prosecuted vs followers. What would impeachment at this point achieve? How the Dems should approach the politics of GOP culpability. How the Dems could use reconciliation to get stimulus money through. Biden's lessons from the Obama admin. On the fun half: Asked about GOP desire for unity and healing, AOC says accountability is separate from unity, need to set proper precedent. Charlie Kirk says impeachment won't help heal nation, says Democrats want to erase history of Trump presidency. Kilmeade says good leadership would "move forward" from Jan 6. Kilmeade says Big Tech censorship of Parler and conservatives is a 5-alarm fire for free speech. Dave Rubin chats with Tulsi Gabbard about censorship. Rep. Jim McGovern says Belichick should not accept Presidential medal of freedom. Plus, your calls and IMs! Help Kshama Sawant, socialist member of Seattle city council, fight a right-wing recall effort at www.kshamasolidarity.org 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: Harry’s is a return to the essential: quality, durable blades at a fair price – with blades as low as $2 each, delivered straight to your doorstep! Listeners of my show can redeem their Harry’s trial set at HARRYS.com/majorityreport. 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! LiquidIV: Proper hydration is crucial for your immune system and can boost your immunity. Liquid I.V. has more vitamin C than an orange and as much potassium as a banana. It’s packed with Vitamins B3, B5, B6 and B12 – vitamins known to help your body defend against infections – and made effective through Cellular Transport Technology. Now you can get 25 percent off when you go to LiquidIV.com and use code MAJORITYREP 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 (streaming every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:40pm EDT |
Fri, 8 January 2021
Sam hosts Ben Dixon of the Benjamin Dixon Show (@BenjaminPDixon) to discuss a historic week where Georgia run-off brought Democrats control of the legislature and MAGA diehards stormed the US capitol, the first breach since 1814. On today's show: Trump addresses nation (via Twitter) day after protests, concedes election. Ben Dixon of the Benjamin Dixon Show (@BenjaminPDixon) joins Sam to discuss the news of the week, including: the role of black voters in GA Senate elections. Did m4a and defund work against Dems in GA? Joe Manchin's opposition to the $2k checks: will it make a "red-brown alliance" more likely? On the fun half: Checking in on Mike Cernovich. Frank Lutz Trump 2020 voter focus group devolves into shouting match, can't agree on what's happened. Citing the American Revolution, Rush Limbaugh implicitly endorses political violence. Dave Rubin says it might have been Antifa breaking down windows at the capitol, we don't know, people are shouting "no Antifa!" Bernie says Democrats need to act decisively and wield power while they control the executive, House, and Senate: "No ifs buts or maybes." Trump mob chases Lindsey Graham from airport terminal: "traitor!" Jimmy Dore loses it over Force the Vote criticism, says people should be nice to him. MAGA rioter gets arrested, his grandma sarcastically thanks Trump. 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: 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 Leftisbest and get 20% off at http://www.sunsetlakecbd.com 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 Stamps.com lets you use your computer to print official U.S. postage 24/7 for ANY letter, package, class of mail, ANYWHERE you want to send. Then, just schedule a pickup or drop it off. With Stamps dot com, you get five cents off every first-class stamp and up to forty percent off priority mail and up to sixty-two percent off UPS shipping rates. There's no risk - with my promo code MAJORITYREPORT you get a special offer that includes a four-week trial plus free postage and a digital scale. 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 (streaming every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattLech @BF1nn |
Thu, 7 January 2021
Sam hosts author Rick Perlstein (@rickperlstein) to discuss the historic implications of yesterday's riot at the Capitol and then Lizet Ocampo (@mlizetocampo), Political Director at People for the American Way discusses her work in Georgia, securing Democrats control of the Senate. On today's show: Trump tells supporters you can't take back your country with weakness, have to show strength. Trump supporters surge past capitol police. Sam hosts author Rick Perlstein (@rickperlstein) to discuss the historic implications of yesterday's riot at the Capitol. Analogous examples of treasonous acts throughout US history, what this latest outrage represents, and where the Democrats should go from here. Lizet Ocampo (@mlizetocampo), Political Director at People for the American Way, joins Sam to discuss her work in Georgia, securing Democrats control of the Senate. On the fun half: Joe Scarborough's tone matches the moment, calls out capitol police, "you opened the fucking door for them!" Trump video telling people it's a fraudulent election, they need to leave, but he feels their pain and he loves them. Ainsley really hopes Trump can forgive Pence. Ainsley Earhardt says like George Floyd protests showed us need for police reform, storming the capitol shows we need election reform. Rioters celebrate as they freely leave capitol, "next time we come back we won't be peaceful!" Cori Bush calls rioters white supremacists, calls for the removal of any Republicans who tried to overturn election. Lou Dobbs and Mo Brooks suggests Antifa is behind this. 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 (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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Category:general -- posted at: 4:40pm EDT |
Wed, 6 January 2021
Sam breaks down last night's promising results in Georgia and their implications. Then David Wallace-Wells (@dwallacewells) joins the program to discuss his recent New York Magazine piece, "America's Vaccine Rollout Is Already a Disaster." On today's show: In victory speech, Warnock pays tribute to mother and family who got him there. Jon Ossoff touts pandemic relief in his victory speech. David Wallace-Wells (@dwallacewells) joins the program to discuss his recent New York Magazine piece, "America's Vaccine Rollout Is Already a Disaster." Why CA is the center of the fall/winter surge and the arrival of a new strain of Covid. Why are healthcare workers resisting the vaccine? Cuomo's patronage deal with private hospitals. The delta between what Trump promised by end of year and how many vaccines have actually been given. How the Defense Production Act could speed things along. Pence admits Trump lost the election. On the fun half: Trump gets the crowd chanting “bullshit” re: Mitt Romney. Pence releases a God-filled statement. Fox and Friends admit that after Wednesday electoral college certification "that'll be it." Chris Coons says Dems still need to compromise with Republicans. PA State Senate refuse to seat Democratic Senator, expel Lt. Gov Fetterman from Senate chamber. MAGA riots break out at capitol. Trump addresses crowd, says they’re going to take back the country. Trump supporters raise a cross outside capitol. Trump supporters tell police they don't support them anymore because police aren't defending the constitution. Trump supporters in Georgia explain how they vote, say they don't believe Trump lost election, anything can happen (maybe a civil war). Dave Rubin is skeptical of reports that California hospital ICUs are at capacity because he sees empty parking lots, "I don't know I'm just asking questions." Charlie Kirk says if you don't defy state public health orders you're part of the problem. Kansas City tenant organizers erect a human blockade outside Jackson County courthouse. 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 (streaming every Wednesday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Check out today's sponsor: Feetures: Runners worldwide have made Feetures their sock of choice, and now you can get the same benefits specially tailored for the golf course or just everyday comfort. Feetures socks will change how you feel about socks forever. And you can get ten dollars off your first pair of Feetures when you use code MAJORITY at feetures.com. 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. 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! Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @Jamie_Elizabeth @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:53pm EDT |
Tue, 5 January 2021
Sam hosts Sarah Chayes, prizewinning journalist and internationally recognized expert on corruption in government networks throughout the world, to discuss her new book On Corruption in America: And What Is at Stake. Sam and Chayes take the long view on how corruption has taken hold in society and how money and capital are the sources from which corruption flourishes. Listen in as Chayes explains how trends in contemporary American society mirror the worst corruption of the Gilded Age of the late 19th century. And in the Fun Half: the situation in Georgia from Nabilah Islam, Jon from San Antonio and Jeff from Georgia, why Brett Raffensperger isn't your friend, the conservative ethos of "it happened to me," progressive Gary Chambers announces his campaign for Louisiana-02, Trump threatens his friendship with Mike Pence, the conservative mindset for the Biden era is set, 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: ExpressVPN creates a secure, encrypted tunnel between your device and the internet so that your online activity can’t be seen by anyone. It works on all your devices – phones, laptops, even routers – so everyone who shares your Wi-Fi can still be protected even if they don’t have ExpressVPN. Use my exclusive link, expressvpn.com/majority and you can get an extra three months FREE. Native: Switching to Native from an antiperspirant doesn’t mean you have to worry about midday BO – because it’s made with ingredients you’ve heard of, like coconut oil and shea butter, and WITHOUT aluminum, parabens, or talc. With over 10 scents, including their classics and rotating seasonals, you’re guaranteed to find one you love. Make the switch to Native TODAY by going to NativeDeo.com/majorityreport, or use promo code majorityreport at checkout, and get 20% off your first order. Honey: add Honey to your computer for free and shop on lots of your favorite websites like normal. If Honey finds a coupon, it will automatically tell you, applying the correct codes and dropping the price in a flash. Try Honey today at JoinHoney.com/MAJORITY Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @NomikiKonst @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:49pm EDT |
Mon, 4 January 2021
Happy New Year Majority Report listeners! The MR Crew is back for another year of political analysis and interviews you can't get anywhere else! We're back with the top stories as we race into 2021. On today's show: Kelly Loeffler can’t say if she would or wouldn’t support NDAA, attacks Warnock on anti-war stance. Highlights of Trump call to Georgia secretary of state Brett Raffensperger. Ted Cruz says his proposed election commission could set aside election results. DEC 30: Mitch McConnell cites MSM & Larry Summers to make the case On the fun half: Cuomo's vaccine rollout favors his donors. Assange extradition fails. Ainsley Earhardt says we need to investigate voter fraud, because people don’t trust Democratic mail-in ballots. Brian Kilmeade thinks Cori Bush is a man. Dave Rubin says TPUSA crowd breaking Covid rules are part of “greatest protest” in US history. Google workers unionize. Jimmy Dore says DSA and Nurses Union should protest outside AOC’s home. 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 (streaming every Wednesday and Friday at 7pm ET!) Check out today's sponsor: Liquid IV is an absolute game changer and gives you that little extra boost we all need. One stick is like drinking two cups of coffee and it's an all-natural alternative to processed energy drinks for a sustained energy boost throughout the day. Grab your Energy Liquid I.V. in bulk nationwide at Costco or you can get 25% off when you go to LiquidIV.com and use code MAJORITYREP at checkout. Brooklinen has a variety of sheets, colors, patterns, and materials to fit your needs and tastes. It’s 2021 - do something nice for yourself to start the New Year. To help you do that, Brooklinen has a special offer: Go to Brooklinen.com and use promo code MAJORITY to get $25 off when you spend $100 or more, PLUS free shipping. Feetures: Runners worldwide have made Feetures their sock of choice, and now you can get the same benefits specially tailored for the golf course or just everyday comfort. Feetures socks will change how you feel about socks forever. And you can get ten dollars off your first pair of Feetures when you use code MAJORITY at feetures.com. Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @jamie_elizabeth @NomikiKonst @MattLech @BF1nn
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Fri, 1 January 2021
On today's best of: Sam hosts former Republican strategist and consultant Stuart Stevens (@stuartpstevens) to discuss his new book It Was All a Lie: How the Republican Party Became Donald Trump on how the GOP was always destined to become the party of Trump. While the Republican Party once stood for principles like “limited government” and “personal responsibility,” Stevens believes its worst tendencies have long since taken over and enabled the rise of Trump. Sam takes Stevens to task for some of these assumptions, prompting a lively exchange of ideas. |
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
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
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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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 EDT |
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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Wed, 16 December 2020
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 EDT |
Tue, 15 December 2020
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 EDT |
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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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 EDT |
Thu, 10 December 2020
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 EDT |
Wed, 9 December 2020
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 EDT |
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 EDT |
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 EDT |
Fri, 4 December 2020
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 EDT |
Thu, 3 December 2020
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 EDT |
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 EDT |
Tue, 1 December 2020
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 EDT |
Mon, 30 November 2020
Sam and Emma are back to discuss the latest round of president-elect Biden's cabinet appointments and what Trump might do in his lame-duck session. On today's show: Fox and Friends hosts fight over why we should or shouldn't wear masks after returning from holiday travel. Trump calls reporter a lightweight, nobody should question Trump's claims on election fraud. Trump supporters ask what's the point if Trump has already lost Georgia, McDaniel tries to lobby for special election engagement. On the fun half: Kelly Loeffler ad says Georgia needs a senator who understands what it's like to wait on a paycheck. Trump says he'll use 125% of his energy to overturn election results. Asked why the DOJ and FBI won't take up Trump voter fraud cases, Trump says they're MIA, says he shouldn't have stayed out of it. Jon Voight is worried for America under the Biden administration. 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 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: Harry's makes super sharp blades that last and Harry's Holiday Shave Sets come in a pre-packaged, handsome holiday-themed gift box. This holiday season, new customers can get five dollars off plus free shipping on any Harry's LimitedEdition Holiday Shave Set when you go to Harrys.com/majorityreport ThirdLove bra styles are made to fit your life. This is hands down the most comfortable bra you’ll own – with straps that won’t slip, tagless labels, and lightweight, memory foam cups mold to your shape. Go to THIRDLOVE.com/majority now to find your perfect-fitting bra… and get 10% off your first purchase. LiquidIV: Proper hydration is crucial for your immune system and can boost your immunity. Liquid I.V. has more vitamin C than an orange and as much potassium as a banana. It’s packed with Vitamins B3, B5, B6 and B12 – vitamins known to help your body defend against infections – and made effective through Cellular Transport Technology. Now you can get 25 percent off when you go to LiquidIV.com and use code MAJORITYREP 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 @MattLech @jamie_elizabeth @BF1nn |
Wed, 25 November 2020
Sam hosts Alex Pareene, staff writer at the New Republic and host of The Politics of Everything podcast, to discuss the ideological impediments of the Democratic Party in 2020. Andy Kindler joins in the Fun Half to discuss the retirement of Dennis Miller and his podcast--bapbabap. 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: Future Hindsight: Their current season focuses on the ways we can work together to rebuild a better America from the pandemic, and this week they look at workers in the gig economy and how app-based labor platform companies have proliferated unprotected work. Listen to Future Hindsight wherever you get your podcasts or futurehindsight.com. 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 @jamie_elizabeth @BF1nn |
Tue, 24 November 2020
Sam and Emma take a closer look at the Biden cabinet picks and what lies ahead for the now-sanctioned Biden transition. Sam and Emma explain why it's important to not travel this Thanksgiving and why our hospitals are on the brink. The duo also takes a deep dive into how Laura Ingraham and Tucker Carlson are pivoting now that the Trump administration has released transition funds to the Biden team. Finally, a quick look at the Biden appointments so-far and the theme of career establishment appointments. And in the Fun Half: what leverage does the left have in the transition, the crisis is the leverage, why unions should make a list of demands to Biden, Steven Crowder compared Sidney Powell to Michael Jordan, dealing with the coronavirus surges, a left foreign policy platform with vision, what is the objective of the left within the existing system, 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: 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. fast growing trees: Skip the big box stores and head to Fast Growing Trees dot com – the WORLD’S LARGEST ONLINE NURSERY. No more waiting in lines, messy cars, and digging through a lackluster selection, just go to Fast Growing Trees dot com and choose from thousands of varieties of trees, shrubs and plants, expertly curated to thrive in your area and delivered to your door in one or two days. Now through Dec. 15th, go to fastgrowingtrees.com/majority for 10% off! 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 @jamie_elizabeth @BF1nn |
Mon, 23 November 2020
Sam hosts Will Bunch (@Will_Bunch), columnist at the Philadelphia Inquirer, to discuss his recent piece "How Trump became all of America’s Frank Rizzo," and the potential of a perpetual Trump candidacy. On today's show: Sidney Powell says she's going to blow up Georgia because of "dominion scam." Trump campaign releases statement distancing itself from Sidney Powell's lawsuits. Sam hosts Will Bunch (@Will_Bunch), columnist at the Philadelphia Inquirer, to discuss his recent piece "How Trump became all of America’s Frank Rizzo," and the potential of a perpetual Trump candidacy. As Philly residents know, Frank Rizzo was a notoriously racist and authoritarian police commissioner who served two terms as mayor in the 1970s and became a permanent avatar of white aggrievement politics. Bunch explains how Trump and Rizzo are similar and looks to the past for a blueprint of where Trump may go from here. Trump supporters take GOP to task for not challenging the election results at Philadelphia protest. On the fun half: Michigan House speaker explains why he met with Trump and what might happen to election certification. Public Citizen president explains how much public funding helped create the Moderna & Pfizer corona virus vaccines. Texas governor says it's un-American for Oregon to "legalize" heroin and cocaine but not have turkey on Thanksgiving. Dave Rubin comes out as no longer liberal, has no problem with conservative label, calls himself a "new conservative." Dave Rubin says if Powell and Giuliani are making this up they're insane, but he doesn't think that's the case. Understanding the Latino vote in the Rio Grande valley. 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: 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, my listeners can go to ZipRecruiter.com/majority 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 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 @jamie_elizabeth @BF1nn
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Fri, 20 November 2020
Sam hosts Ben Dixon (@BenjaminPDixon), host of the Benjamin Dixon Show, to break down the Trump legal team's efforts to thwart democracy in America. And then David Roth (@david_j_roth), co-owner of Defector and host of its The Distraction podcast, joins Sam to discuss the culture Trump has built over the past 4 years. On today's show: Sam hosts Ben Dixon (@BenjaminPDixon), host of the Benjamin Dixon Show, to break down the Trump legal team's efforts to thwart democracy in America. Rudy Giulliani says Michigan result changes if you take out Wayne Co. (Detroit). After presser, Sidney Powell phones Fox Business, says all swing state results should change to Trump. Sidney Powell explains how dominion voting systems and globalist dictators are all against Trump. David Roth (@david_j_roth), co-owner of Defector and host of its The Distraction podcast, joins Sam to discuss the culture Trump has built over the past 4 years. Rush Limbaugh caller cries about how the GOP won't do a coup for him. Where does the movement go without Trump? Marjorie Taylor Green says results in Georgia cannot be trusted, asked about her own results, Taylor says those are fine. Tucker Carlson calls out Sidney Powell's refusal to present evidence. Asked to respond to Carlson's charges, Sidney Powell says Tucker was rude and demanding. Trump lawyer Jenna Ellis says press doesn't understand how their case works, butchers how they plan to present evidence. Sam Harris tries to thread needle, says Trump is just as bad as the far left. 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: Future Hindsight: Tune in to this week’s episode to discover how big tech, big pharma, and big agriculture are abusing anti-trust laws and destroying American lives. Host Mila Atmos sits down with Zephy Teachout for a look at how we got here, and how COVID gives us the perfect reason to clean house on dangerous monopolies. Listen to Future Hindsight wherever you get your podcasts or futurehindsight.com 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. SteadyMD: Now more than ever, we’re all thinking about our health – but it can be hard to even imagine going to a doctor’s office right now. Thankfully, there’s a practical and affordable way to take control of your health and get personalized care from the comfort of your home. can help you get and stay healthy, manage chronic conditions and concerns, reduce 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 newsletter at theend.substack.com Check out The Nomiki Show 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 @jamie_elizabeth @BF1nn
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Thu, 19 November 2020
Sam hosts author Scott Anderson to talk about his new book, "The Quiet Americans: Four CIA Spies at the Dawn of the Cold War — A Tragedy In Three Acts." On today's show: GOP State Rep J. Todd Smith confuses epidemiologist with epistemologist. Sam hosts author Scott Anderson to talk about his new book, "The Quiet Americans: Four CIA Spies at the Dawn of the Cold War — A Tragedy In Three Acts." In this book, Anderson chronicles the exploits of the CIA’s four original spies: Michael Burke, Frank Wisner, Peter Sichel and Edward Lansdale, from their glamorous double lives to their operations to contain the spread of communism. In many cases, he believes, the CIA went too far in tampering with other countries' governments and permanently damaged America's moral standing. On the fun half: Cuomo says a reporter is the only one confused about measures. Yesterday: Cuomo blames Covid spread on lack of personal responsibility, compares wearing masks to not eating cheesecake. Rudy Giuliani quotes "My Cousin Vinnie" at press conference as hair dye drips down his face. Will Tom Cotton be the next Trump? Dianne Feinstein walks around maskless pre Facebook/Twitter CEO hearing. Plus, your calls and IMs! Become a member at www.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.substack.com/ Subscribe to AM Quickie writer Corey Pein’s newsletter at theend.substack.com Check out The Nomiki Show 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 @jamie_elizabeth @BF1nn
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Wed, 18 November 2020
Sam hosts infectious disease expert Dr. MarkAlain Dery (@drdery) to discuss the latest rapid spread of the coronavirus and Jean Ross, President of National Nurses United, to share how frontline workers are dealing with increased hospitalizations. On today's show: Kayleigh McEnany celebrates Wayne Co. not certifying its election (which it later would). Sam hosts infectious disease expert Dr. MarkAlain Dery (@drdery) to discuss the latest rapid spread of the coronavirus: The impact of viral load, the efficacy of MNRA vaccines, the anticipated spike following the holidays, and how to visit your family safely. Sam hosts Jean Ross, President of National Nurses United, to share how frontline workers are dealing with increased hospitalizations. To stay updated or get involved with their campaigns, visit www.nationalnursesunited.org On the fun half: Charlie Kirk says the left hates Thanksgiving. Tucker says endless war is a left wing idea. LGBT rights in actually existing socialist countries. GOP official William Hartmann's racist memes posted to Facebook in 2010. TUESDAY: Wayne Co. board member of canvassers takes on Trump loyalist trying to block election results. 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: 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. SteadyMD: Now more than ever, we’re all thinking about our health – but it can be hard to even imagine going to a doctor’s office right now. Thankfully, there’s a practical and affordable way to take control of your health and get personalized care from the comfort of your home. can help you get and stay healthy, manage chronic conditions and concerns, reduce Subscribe to Discourse Blog, a newsletter and website for progressive essays and related fun partly run by AM Quickie writer Jack Crosbie. https://discourseblog.substack.com/ Subscribe to AM Quickie writer Corey Pein’s newsletter at theend.substack.com Check out The Nomiki Show 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 @jamie_elizabeth @BF1nn
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Tue, 17 November 2020
Sam and Emma break down the stories of the week, including Trump's efforts to install conservative ideologues in career government positions. Sam and Emma discuss the potential of meaningful economic stimulus from the Biden administration in the form of student loan forgiveness, the ramifications of Trump blocking the Biden transition team, and why Democrats are always carrying water for GOP Senators. And in the Fun Half: Nomi breaks down how Dems need to target down-ballot races, voter-targeting software monopolies, Sherrod Brown calls out maskless GOP senator Dan Sullivan, Greg Gutfeld can't acknowledge human suffering, revisiting Ted Cruz's Covid prediction in July was dead wrong, Fox News is now concerned about family separations because Thanksgiving is in jeopardy, taking the troops out of the Middle East is actually more dangerous according to CNN, plus your IMs! 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: 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. Feetures Elite Sock keeps feet cool, dry, and blister-free while providing a custom-like fit that won’t bunch or slip. They’ve engineered a sock with targeted compression, anatomical design and moisture-wicking material for unsurpassed performance. Feetures socks will change how you feel about socks forever. And you can get ten dollars off your first pair of Feetures when you use code MAJORITY at feetures.com. SteadyMD: Now more than ever, we’re all thinking about our health – but it can be hard to even imagine going to a doctor’s office right now. Thankfully, there’s a practical and affordable way to take control of your health and get personalized care from the comfort of your home. can help you get and stay healthy, manage chronic conditions and concerns, reduce Subscribe to Discourse Blog, a newsletter and website for progressive essays and related fun partly run by AM Quickie writer Jack Crosbie. https://discourseblog.substack.com/ Subscribe to AM Quickie writer Corey Pein’s newsletter at theend.substack.com Check out The Nomiki Show 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 @jamie_elizabeth @BF1nn |
Mon, 16 November 2020
Sam hosts Daniel Nichanian (@Taniel) of "The Appeal: Political Report" to discuss how Democrats fared in under-reported local races and Paul Reickhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) joins Sam in the second hour of the show to debate how the Democrats should address their 2020 electoral failures in the coming election cycle. On today's show: Trump says vaccine will be available to all Americans in spring, besides NY because Cuomo is a bad politician. Sam hosts Daniel Nichanian (@Taniel) of "The Appeal: Political Report" to discuss how Democrats fared in under-reported local races. Sheriff's elections where immigrant justice was on the ballot and the successes of anti-ICE Dems. Successful ballot measures to decriminalize marijuana, and even possession of other drugs. How a measure to raise taxes and spend the money on education succeeded in Arizona. The impact of teachers' strikes and other social movements. Asked about Trump's role in Covid task force, Adm. Giroir confirms Trump hasn't sat in on meeting in five months. On the fun half: Paul Reickhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) joins Sam to debate how the Democrats should address their 2020 electoral failures in the coming election cycle. Should the Democrats let progressives like AOC run on popular programs and lead the party, or woo "moderates" like himself with a program of fiscal discipline? Jesse Watters says he has a hunch that Biden has been "installed" to be President. Dave Rubin says it's hard to believe Biden won, says Trump can still win. Trump campaign lawyer says it's incredible how much information she has to prove election was rigged, she just can't share any of it on TV. 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: 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. 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! Brooklinen: You know Brooklinen as the Internet’s favorite sheets but they’re also home to bedding, loungewear, towels and more with over 50,000+ 5-star reviews and counting. Brooklinen is SO confident in their product that all their sheets, comforters, loungewear and towels come with a lifetime warranty! Go on, make yourself comfortable. Get 10% off your first order and free shipping when you use promo code MAJORITY only at Brooklinen.com Subscribe to Discourse Blog, a newsletter and website for progressive essays and related fun partly run by AM Quickie writer Jack Crosbie. https://discourseblog.substack.com/ Subscribe to AM Quickie writer Corey Pein’s newsletter at theend.substack.com Check out The Nomiki Show 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 @jamie_elizabeth @BF1nn
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Fri, 13 November 2020
Sam hosts Heather "Digby" Parton (@digby56) to discuss this week's surging coronavirus cases and Trump's absence from his job as President of the United States. On today's show: Rand Paul says people who've already had covid should go out and celebrate because they're immune (they're not). Sam hosts Heather "Digby" Parton (@digby56) to discuss this week's surging coronavirus cases and Trump's absence from his job as President of the United States. Digby on Ron Klain, Biden's pick for chief of staff: not afraid to confront Repubs, not actively hostile to the left? The Democrats' failure, once again, to pin the bad stuff on the GOP. Alabama Senator elect Tommy Tuberville says three branches of government are House, Senate, and Executive. On the fun half: Justice Alito at FedSoc says SCOTUS same-sex marriage rulings crush free speech. Alito says Dems' threats to expand court are like "countries governed by power not laws." Alex Berenson says a lot of people have died from covid, but most of them were old and sick already. Why now's the time to try to move your Congress Rep on something, and how to do it. White Republican Dan Browning gets caught making up a gay black friend. 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: 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 Leftisbest and get 20% off at http://www.sunsetlakecbd.com 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! Future Hindsight: Wondering how we bounce back from the pandemic? The good folks over at Future Hindsight wondered too, so they interviewed thought leaders and activists about how they envision rebuilding a better America from the ashes of the pandemicThis week, biographer Zack Carter shares how Keynesian economics might hold the key for recovery! Check out the Nomiki Show at 3 pm ET on YouTube! Subscribe to Discourse Blog, a newsletter and website for progressive essays and related fun partly run by AM Quickie writer Jack Crosbie. https://discourseblog.substack.com/ Subscribe to AM Quickie writer Corey Pein’s newsletter at theend.substack.com Check out The Nomiki Show 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 @jamie_elizabeth @BF1nn |
Thu, 12 November 2020
Sam speaks with Ruth Ben-Ghiat (@ruthbenghiat), professor of History and Italian studies at New York University, about her new book "Strongmen: Mussolini to the Present." On today's show: FEB 5, 2020: Biden's new chief of staff Ron Klain on covid response. Sam speaks with Ruth Ben-Ghiat (@ruthbenghiat), professor of History and Italian studies at New York University, about her new book "Strongmen: Mussolini to the Present." We are living in an age of authoritarian rulers. Across the world, political strongmen are capitalizing on economic and cultural crisis to obtain power for themselves at the expense of the population. By looking at authoritarian demagogues through history like Mussolini, Pinochet, and others, Ben-Ghiat analyzes how these men get into power, and how we might be able to defeat them. This morning: WH Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany says "ask the White House" when questioned re: obstruction of Biden transition team. On the fun half: Deutsche Bank strategists suggest workers should be taxed for the "privilege" of working from home. Fox and Friends on Michael Moore: "Not everyone thinks like Hollywood." Hannity and Karl Rove confused over who Cori Bush is. Rep. Kevin McCarthy won't denounce Q-anon caucus. Huge crowds celebrate Evo Morales' return to Bolivia following failed coup. Marco Rubio says the GOP should be a “multiracial working class party.” 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 the Nomiki Show at 3 pm ET on YouTube! Subscribe to Discourse Blog, a newsletter and website for progressive essays and related fun partly run by AM Quickie writer Jack Crosbie. https://discourseblog.substack.com/ Subscribe to AM Quickie writer Corey Pein’s newsletter at theend.substack.com Check out The Nomiki Show 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 @jamie_elizabeth @BF1nn
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Wed, 11 November 2020
Sam hosts Ryan Grim (@RyanGrim), DC Bureau Chief of the Intercept, to discuss the Democrats' troubling results last Tuesday and how party dynamics will play out in the next congressional term. On today's show: Fox News' Howard Kurtz does "both sides" comparison of GOP obstruction of Biden transition team and Whoopi Goldberg being mean. Chris Coons says don't worry about GOP, says GOP are sending him congrats to Biden in private, can't say it publicly. Sam hosts Ryan Grim (@RyanGrim), DC Bureau Chief of the Intercept, to discuss the Democrats' troubling results last Tuesday and how party dynamics will play out in the next congressional term. How Trump is going hard against the deep state in his lame duck period. Theories on why Biden isn't campaigning for Senate candidates. How Chris Coons, other Dems, consistently undercut their own message about Republicans. Pelosi and co's absurd attacks on the left wing of the party. On the fun half: Laura Ingraham hosts anonymous Nevada pollworker whistleblower. Biden laughs at Pompeo comment about 2nd Trump administration. Matt Gaetz says GOP needs address "voter fraud" before ballots are cast, says Project Veritas doing a better job than DOJ. An amusing doctored Laura Ingraham video. Saagar and Krystal Ball say the Bill Barr hubbub is an overreaction. How do the Democrats raise class consciousness and improve their numbers in red states? 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: 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). quip: Good health starts with good habits, and quip makes it easy for you to brush and floss better. The quip electric toothbrush has timed sonic vibrations with 30-second pulses to guide a dentist-recommended two-minute routine. And if you go to getquip.com/majority, right now, you’ll get your first refill free. Check out the Nomiki Show at 3 pm ET on YouTube! Subscribe to Discourse Blog, a newsletter and website for progressive essays and related fun partly run by AM Quickie writer Jack Crosbie. https://discourseblog.substack.com/ Subscribe to AM Quickie writer Corey Pein’s newsletter at theend.substack.com Check out The Nomiki Show 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 @jamie_elizabeth @BF1nn |
Tue, 10 November 2020
Sam hosts David Dayen, the Executive Editor of The American Prospect, to discuss "The Day One Agenda: Now More Than Ever," and how Biden can rectify American policy from the Executive Office. Sam and David go long on how Biden can use the power invested in the presidency to improve the lives of Americans, including drug prices, key staff appointments at government agencies, and student loan forgiveness. And in the Fun Half: Mike Pompeo joins the coup party, Fox anchor can't believe there are conspiracy theories on Fox, why labels won't save progressive messaging and policies, who should fix the Democratic National Committee 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: 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. ThirdLove bra styles are made to fit your life. This is hands down the most comfortable bra you’ll own – with straps that won’t slip, tagless labels, and lightweight, memory foam cups mold to your shape. Go to THIRDLOVE.com/majority now to find your perfect-fitting bra… and get 15% off your first purchase. 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. Check out the Nomiki Show at 3 pm ET on YouTube! Subscribe to Discourse Blog, a newsletter and website for progressive essays and related fun partly run by AM Quickie writer Jack Crosbie. https://discourseblog.substack.com/ Subscribe to AM Quickie writer Corey Pein’s newsletter at theend.substack.com Check out The Nomiki Show 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 @jamie_elizabeth @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:19pm EDT |
Mon, 9 November 2020
Sam and the MR crew break down the 2020 election results: Biden's narrow win, the Dems' poor showing in Congress, and what AOC and the squad can teach the party about strategy. On today's show: Rudy Giuliani complains that networks don't get to call elections at Four Seasons Total Landscaping. Maria Bartiromo asks Rudy if it will be over soon. As CNN shows celebrations, Kasich bashes the left. AOC's cogent critique of the Democratic Party: not just their ideology, but their strategy. On the fun half: Roy Blunt says it’s time for president’s lawyers to present facts. Republican city clerk responds to Ronna McDaniel re: Error. Televangelist Kenneth Copeland’s 40-second laugh at Biden winning. Jimmy Dore brainlessly bashes progressive Democrats. Tim Pool clips election montage. ELECTION NIGHT 11/3: Dave Rubin gloats over people who thought Biden would win. Biden's lack of ground game with Hispanics in Florida. Plus, your calls and IMs! Become a member at www.JoinTheMajorityReport.com Check out today's sponsors: Honey is the FREE online shopping tool that automatically finds the best promo codes and applies them to your cart. Honey has found its over 18 million members over 2 BILLION dollars in savings. That’s a lot of money. Get Honey for FREE at JoinHoney.com/Majority Freshly sends fresh, fully prepared meals right to your door. Get $40 off your first two orders at Freshly.com/majority Subscribe to Matt Binder's YouTube channel! Subscribe to Discourse Blog, a newsletter and website for progressive essays and related fun partly run by AM Quickie writer Jack Crosbie. https://discourseblog.substack.com/ Subscribe to AM Quickie writer Corey Pein’s newsletter at theend.substack.com Check out The Nomiki Show 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 @MattBinder @MattLech @jamie_elizabeth @BF1nn
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Fri, 6 November 2020
Sam breaks down election week with Ben Dixon of the Benjamin Dixon Show and looks forward to what's next for Trump, Biden, and the Democrats. Sam and Ben discuss the new vote count in Georgia as Biden surpassed Trump overnight and each Senate race in the peach state moved to a runoff. Ben and Sam assess how Georgia turned blue for the first time since Clinton and how on the ground organizing drove massive turnout for Democrats. The two also look to Abigail Spanberger's comments about progressive Democrats and why institutional Democrats scapegoat progressives whenever things don't go according to plan. Ben also points out the GOP's new coalition of non-white voters as the product of celebrity endorsements and micro-targeted ad campaigns. And in the Fun Half: assessing the next steps in American democracy. how Democrats can lead, Trump's plans, Dave Rubin's Encino mansion bought by Covid denial, America is not a centrist country, 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: FutureHindsight Podcast: Check out this civic engagement podcast and join them for a brand-new season focusing on rebuilding America in a post-COVID world. In their first episode, they learn how to keep voters engaged once the election cycle is over, and why that’s important for democracy. 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 Matt Binder's YouTube channel! Subscribe to Discourse Blog, a newsletter and website for progressive essays and related fun partly run by AM Quickie writer Jack Crosbie. https://discourseblog.substack.com/ Subscribe to AM Quickie writer Corey Pein’s newsletter at theend.substack.com Check out The Nomiki Show 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 @MattBinder @MattLech @jamie_elizabeth @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:07pm EDT |
Thu, 5 November 2020
Sam hosts Jeff Hauser (@jeffhauser) of the Revolving Door project (@revolvingdoorDC) to discuss how Democratic leadership dropped the ball in the down-ballot races and what Biden can do to improve the lives of Americans. On today's show: Trump supporters want to count votes in AZ and stop the count of votes in Michigan (SPLIT SCREEN). Trump protests chanting "Fox News sucks!" at Maricopa County elections facility. Sam hosts Jeff Hauser (@jeffhauser) of the Revolving Door project (@revolvingdoorDC) to discuss how Democratic leadership dropped the ball in the down-ballot races and what Biden can do to improve the lives of Americans. The issues with making the election a referendum on Trump's character and how that screwed down ballot races. What Pelosi thought she was doing with the "message bills" vs what actually happened. The Democrats' poor understanding of political theater. How Pelosi and Schumer see the world. What the left can do to give the Biden admin a spine and get it to take action on progressive issues. On the fun half: Claire McCaskill says Democrats lost because they care too much about marginalized groups. Tucker Carlson says Michigan vote count is a mess because it's happening in Detroit. A Florida organizer on how they passed the $15 minimum wage referendum. Tom Friedman says possible best outcome is a Biden presidency and GOP Senate. 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: FutureHindsight Podcast: Check out this civic engagement podcast and join them for a brand-new season focusing on rebuilding America in a post-COVID world. In their first episode, they learn how to keep voters engaged once the election cycle is over, and why that’s important for democracy. 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 Matt Binder's YouTube channel! Subscribe to Discourse Blog, a newsletter and website for progressive essays and related fun partly run by AM Quickie writer Jack Crosbie. https://discourseblog.substack.com/ Subscribe to AM Quickie writer Corey Pein’s newsletter at theend.substack.com Check out The Nomiki Show 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 @MattBinder @MattLech @jamie_elizabeth @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:51pm EDT |
Wed, 4 November 2020
Sam and the crew break down last night's returns and the battleground states still tabulating. When will the Democratic Party learn that it's bad politics to compromise with the Republican death cult? Potential 2022 Senate pick-ups for progressives. Drug decriminalization, campaign finance reform, $15 min wage in Florida, and other good ballot measures that succeeded. Are the Dems afraid of being in power? Jamie defines "depoliticization" and makes the case for its explanatory power. 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. Subscribe to Discourse Blog, a newsletter and website for progressive essays and related fun partly run by AM Quickie writer Jack Crosbie. https://discourseblog.substack.com/ Subscribe to AM Quickie writer Corey Pein’s newsletter at theend.substack.com Check out The Nomiki Show 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 @MattLech @EmmaVigeland @jamie_elizabeth @BF1nn |
Mon, 2 November 2020
Sam hosts Aaron Kleinman (@BobbyBigWheel), Director of Research at the Future Now Fund, and Ben Wikler (@benwikler), Wisconsin Democratic Party Chair, to discuss what we can expect tomorrow and the days after Election Day. On today's show: Trump complains about vote counting after Election Day, says people should've gotten ballots in already. Aaron Kleinman (@BobbyBigWheel), Director of Research at the Future Now Fund, joins Sam to discuss what we can expect tomorrow and the days after Election Day. The surprisingly stable nature of this election, poll-wise. Why you shouldn't worry about increased "R" registration. A breakdown of what's going on in battleground states like WI, NH and PA. SUNDAY: Trump spokesman says Trump will be up on election night, Dems will try to steal it back (by counting the rest of the votes). Ben Wikler (@benwikler), Wisconsin Democratic Party Chair, joins Sam to talk about what's going on in his state's battleground counties, the impact of gerrymandering, and more. On the fun half: Kayleigh McEnany says left is going to "attack you" if you don't vote Biden. Trump retweets video of MAGA trucks surrounding Biden/Harris van: "I Love TEXAS!" Marco Rubio thanks "all the great patriots" who surrounded the Biden bus and all the boaters too. Trump says Biden will cancel everything you love, including school, Easter, Xmas, Thanksgiving, and Fourth of July. Glenn Beck says conservatives feel like a Jew in Nazi Germany, Rubin agrees. Trump spox says doctors are doing improper billing which juices corona virus death numbers. Bernie explains why he and the squad align politically and support one another: "We come from working class backgrounds." 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: Harry's owns a German factory that's been honing razor blades for 100 years - they source their steel from Sweden and own the entire manufacturing process, allowing them to keep prices low. New U.S. customers can redeem a Harry’s trial set at Harrys.com/MAJORITYREPORT. You’ll get: A 5-blaze razor -featuring their new, sharper blades, a weighted handle, foaming shave gel with aloe, and a travel cover to protect your blade when you're on the go. LiquidIV: Proper hydration is crucial for your immune system and can boost your immunity. Liquid I.V. has more vitamin C than an orange and as much potassium as a banana. It’s packed with Vitamins B3, B5, B6 and B12 – vitamins known to help your body defend against infections – and made effective through Cellular Transport Technology. Now you can get 25 percent off when you go to LiquidIV.com and use code MAJORITYREP at checkout. 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, my listeners can go to ZipRecruiter.com/majority 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 newsletter at theend.substack.com Check out The Nomiki Show 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 @MattLech @jamie_elizabeth @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:47pm EDT |
Fri, 30 October 2020
Sam hosts Alex Pareene (@pareene), Staff Writer at The New Republic, to discuss the last week before the 2020 elections and why judges are politicians, too. On today's show: Trump's closing message on Covid: "bottom line, you'll get better." Don Jr. says Covid deaths aren't rising, check his Instagram, out-performing Europe. Sam hosts Alex Pareene (@pareene), Staff Writer at The New Republic, to discuss the last week before the 2020 elections and why judges are politicians, too. The legal maneuvers Republicans are openly using to stop the vote count and the role of GOP-controlled courts. Will this be radicalizing for the average Dem voter? Plus, Pareene on Glenn Greenwald's resignation. Tucker says UPS found his package and flashdrive his producer mailed him. Republican voters against Trump: Jeff from Massachussetts. On the fun half: Oregon health authority doctors dress up as clown and bunny to give corona virus stats update in Halloween attire. Fox and Friends consider new corona virus surge impact on election, Pete Hegseth says it's not considered. Fox News thinks CBP commissioner Twitter suspension and Glenn Greenwald resigning will move votes. Comedian Conner O'Malley does Lincoln Project focus group for Democratic Party QAnon called "DemAnon." 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: 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 Leftisbest and get 20% off at http://www.sunsetlakecbd.com Subscribe to Discourse Blog, a newsletter and website for progressive essays and related fun partly run by AM Quickie writer Jack Crosbie. https://discourseblog.substack.com/ Subscribe to AM Quickie writer Corey Pein’s newsletter at theend.substack.com Check out The Nomiki Show 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 @MattLech @jamie_elizabeth @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:43pm EDT |
Thu, 29 October 2020
Sam hosts organizer Joshua Kahn Russell (@joshkahnrussell) to explain how people can get involved after the election in the event Trump tries to wrap up results before all votes are counted. Then Sam explores the possible Election Day outcomes, including which states may experience a red mirage or blue shift with the record number of mail-in ballots. On today's show: Jon Ossoff crushes David Perdue in Georgia Senate debate. Trump could not be less enthusiastic about helping Martha McSally's re-election efforts. Joshua Kahn Russell (@joshkahnrussell) joins Sam to explain how people can get involved after the election in the event Trump tries to wrap up results before all votes are counted. How activists can attack the pillars of capitalist society via demonstrations and strikes. How to defend against another "Brooks Brothers riot." Writing letters to local officials to tell them to release their counts. And more! Trumps says he's hopeful courts won't allow vote counts past Tuesday. Brian Kilmeade mad about NC PA SCOTUS ruling because people shouldn't need "extra days" to cast vote. Tucker Carlson says Tony Bobulinski documents were stolen in postal transit. On the fun half: Chuck Grassley warns that Democrats want to repeal Taft Hartley and end right to work states. During tech hearing, Marsha Blackburn asks to speak to Google's manager about Google employee that criticized her. Breaking down the Senate Commerce Committee's Big Tech hearing on Section 230. Ron Johnson cannot understand satirical tweet, rages at Jack Dorsey. 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: 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 Matt Binder's YouTube Channel 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.substack.com/ Subscribe to AM Quickie writer Corey Pein’s newsletter at theend.substack.com Check out The Nomiki Show 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 @MattLech @mattbinder @jamie_elizabeth @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:29pm EDT |
Wed, 28 October 2020
Rick Hasen (@RickHasen), Chancellor’s Professor of Law and Political Science at UC Irvine, joins Sam to discuss the vote count and the Supreme Court's recent rulings concerning ballots, mailing, and signatures. On today's show: Asked about closing argument that Trump is ending corona virus in US, WH spox says we're moving in right direction, he doesn't want to quibble over semantics related to corona virus. Asked about Pence campaigning in Wisconsin, WH spox says it's fine because Pence gets great testing. Rick Hasen (@RickHasen), Chancellor’s Professor of Law and Political Science at UC Irvine, joins Sam to discuss the vote count and the Supreme Court's recent rulings concerning ballots, mailing, and signatures. How Kavanaugh's latest opinion could affect states' ability to count the votes in 2020 as well as voting rights down the line. The wiggle room the constitution leaves with regards to restrictions on voting rights. A voting rights amendment and other measures that could be taken to shore up our democracy. On the fun half: Trump says he wants a "very proper and very nice" election day result that declares winner on Tuesday. MAGA event in Wisconsin without social distancing or masks. Trump fans left stranded in the cold for hours after Omaha rally. Tony Bobulinski says he had "Q" level clearance while naval officer was audited. Dave Rubin says it's okay to overturn Roe v Wade, pro choice supporters will create donation networks, "you can take control of your life." Michael Knowles says Democrats have taken power and won't stop Covid measures even if they win, says he will refuse mask order. Walter Wallace's young son shares what his dad meant to him, says he's mad about racist white police, and BLM. Truck w/ LCD display of Wallace calls for de-escaltion, no violence from police. Plus, your IMs! Become a member of the Majority Report 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: 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.substack.com/ Subscribe to AM Quickie writer Corey Pein’s newsletter at theend.substack.com Check out The Nomiki Show 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 @MattLech @jamie_elizabeth @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 4:48pm EDT |
Tue, 27 October 2020
Sam hosts Ari Berman of Mother Jones to discuss yesterday's Supreme Court ruling on absentee ballots in Wisconsin. Ari and Sam take a look at how yesterday's 5-3 Supreme Court ruling in Democratic National Committee v. Wisconsin State Legislature will impact voting leading up to next Tuesday and the election counting after that. Berman points out sections of the Kavanaugh opinion that undermine fundamental voting rights and how Kavanaugh's opinion lays the groundwork for other Republican-held state legislatures shutting down the vote count to throw the election to Trump. And in the Fun Half: considering how to face a rigged election, the progressive caucus is ready to ask for more of its members, Nomiki looks at the possibility of Bernie Sanders as Biden's Labor Secretary, red suburbs turning blue in Pennsylvania by counting signs, trying to reason politics with military members, Ben Shapiro moves the goalposts on any kind of pandemic mitigation, helping the unhoused in protesting cities, plus your calls and IMs! Become a member of the Majority Report 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: 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). 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. Check out the Nomiki Show today at 3 pm on YouTube! And check out the Matriarch Inaugural Summit on Class & Feminism on Friday! 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 newsletter at theend.substack.com 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 Check out these resources for the unhoused in Portland. Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @NomikiKonst @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:25pm EDT |
Mon, 26 October 2020
Sam hosts Alex Sammon (@alex_sammon), staff writer at the American Prospect, to discuss California's Prop 22 and how tech companies are working overtime to set labor laws back decades for non-white working-class people. On today's show: Trump rambles about MAGA and a recovering economy over dramatic music. Mark Meadows says WH giving up on fighting corona virus, "we're not going to control the pandemic." Sam hosts Alex Sammon (@alex_sammon), staff writer at the American Prospect, to discuss California's Prop 22 and how tech companies are working overtime to set labor laws back decades for non-white working-class people. How Prop 22 would hurt gig workers and why Uber, Lyft & co are spending millions to ram it through. The implications Prop 22 could have for workers in other industries. How the forces behind Prop 22 bought the support of prominent people including California NAACP president Alice Huffman. How ridesharing apps could run a successful business without immiserating their workers. On the fun half: Trump says doctors are overcounting corona virus deaths for financial purposes. Jared Kushner says WH is working with Ice Cube to help black Americans, says black people complain about circumstances. Ted Cruz says he's worried about the debt still. Tucker Carlson says parents separated from kids don't want their kids back. IMAGE: Clay Higgins tweets that his clairvoyant wife has seen a future where Americans are rounded up by feds. Asked about her feelings on Biden's fracking stance, AOC says she's happy to lobby Biden, but winning comes first. 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: 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! 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, my listeners can go to ZipRecruiter.com/majority Subscribe to Discourse Blog, a newsletter and website for progressive essays and related fun partly run by AM Quickie writer Jack Crosbie. https://discourseblog.substack.com/ Subscribe to AM Quickie writer Corey Pein’s newsletter at theend.substack.com Check out The Nomiki Show 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 @MattLech @jamie_elizabeth @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:10pm EDT |
Fri, 23 October 2020
Sam breaks down last night's debate and the election homestretch with Ryan Grim (@ryangrim) of the Intercept and host of the Deconstructed podcast, and Tim Heidecker (@timheidecker) joins Sam to discuss his new YouTube comedy special. Sam also interviews filmmakers Lucas Sabean and Peter Hutch on their new film 'The Man Card.' On today's show: After the debate, Don Jr. is hopping mad that more people aren't going insane about Hunter Biden laptop. Ryan Grim (@ryangrim) of the Intercept and host of the Deconstructed podcast joins Sam to discuss last night's debate and the election homestretch. Breaking down the various openings for progressives in local races. How the changing character of TN could help Marquita Bradshaw. The shifting and contradictory narratives the GOP is trying to pin to Biden. The combined impact of the pandemic and the protests. Pelosi's confusing relief package strategy and the Dems' bad strategy with the ACB hearings. Biden makes his pitch to the American people: "You know who I am, you know who he is." Tim Heidecker comedy special trailer: "An Evening with Tim Heidecker." Tim Heidecker (@timheidecker) joins Sam to discuss his new YouTube comedy special. On the fun half: Mandan City North Dakota city commissioner suggests mask mandate could lead to cookie shop closure. Rick Santorum says nobody called Donald Trump racist before his presidency. Glenn Beck says it doesn't make sense kids were left at DHS. Filmmakers Lucas Sabean and Peter Hutch join Sam to discuss their new film "The Man Card," which explores white male identity politics from Nixon to Trump. Greg Gutfeld says Republicans should impeach Biden after inauguration. Trump says only "lowest IQ" immigrants show up to court dates. Trump says he's improved healthcare removing individual mandate, says he'll cover preexisting conditions, says you can't fix Obamacare. 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: 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 Leftisbest and get 20% off at http://www.sunsetlakecbd.com Subscribe to Matt Binder's YouTube Channel 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.substack.com/ Subscribe to AM Quickie writer Corey Pein’s newsletter at theend.substack.com Check out The Nomiki Show 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 @MattLech @mattbinder @jamie_elizabeth @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:23pm EDT |
Thu, 22 October 2020
Sam hosts Daniel Nichanian (@Taniel), Founder and Editorial Director of The Appeal: Political Report, to discuss his What's on the Ballot? project and the local and state criminal justice votes that could shape the future of immigration enforcement and policing. On today's show: Chuck Schumer says the Democrats will boycott Judiciary Committee vote on ACB confirmation. Asked about debate, Trump says mute button is unfair, wants them to discuss foreign affairs. Sam hosts Daniel Nichanian (@Taniel), Founder and Editorial Director of The Appeal: Political Report, to discuss his What's on the Ballot? project and the local and state criminal justice votes that could shape the future of immigration enforcement and policing. Some background on the What's On the Ballot? project and how they are informing voters. Some key sheriff and prosecutor elections that could curb the power of ICE in those localities. The changing character of big suburban counties that could usher in more progressive candidates. How prosecutorial discretion enables progressive DAs like Larry Krasner and Chesa Boudin to reduce the number of people in jail. Don Jr. says campaign "will have someone in the room" for the mute button, complains about media. Dan Bongino thinks Trump should hammer "Biden crime family," read off FBI case number receipts. On the fun half: Kanye West releases video featuring pledged Kanye West voters. InfoWars' Owen Shroyer says Rudy was set up by Sacha Baron Cohen along with CIA and Mossad. Flashback: Owen gets owned by young girl. Don Jr. spreads Hunter Biden pedophilia-in-China conspiracy theory. RW pundit tries to imply the Bidens' father-son affection is gay. Trailer park landlord says he'll double rent if Biden wins, will freeze rent if Trump is reelected. Why you should vote NO on California's Prop 22. 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: 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 Matt Binder's YouTube Channel 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.substack.com/ Subscribe to AM Quickie writer Corey Pein’s newsletter at theend.substack.com Check out The Nomiki Show 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 @MattLech @mattbinder @jamie_elizabeth @BF1nn |
Wed, 21 October 2020
Sam hosts Brian Fallon (@brianefallon), co-founder and executive director of Demand Justice, to discuss the Amy Coney Barrett nomination and why Democrats need to get rid of Dianne Feinstein as head of the Senate Judiciary Committee. On today's show: Trump comedy tour rolls on, says he didn't even want to be in Erie PA. Mitch McConnell says there's bipartisan support for corona virus relief but Democrats want "all or nothing." Asked if he will change committee ranking members like Feinstein, Schumer says he had a "serious talk" with Feinstein. Sam hosts Brian Fallon (@brianefallon), co-founder and executive director of Demand Justice, to discuss the Amy Coney Barrett nomination and why Democrats need to get rid of Dianne Feinstein as head of the Senate Judiciary Committee. What's at stake with the courts: policy, but also basic democracy. How a rule made by aisle-reacher Patrick Leahy hobbled the Dems' ability to make judicial nominations during the Obama admin. Why the Dems should not have showed up to the Amy Coney Barrett confirmation hearings. What kinds of grassroots tactics on the part of the left can make them do better? On the fun half: AOC plays "Among Us" on Twitch, tells British Twitch streamer HBomberguy about US healthcare system. AOC tells New Yorkers to vote for Dems on the WFP ballot line. LAST WEEK: Dave Rubin admits he wrongly explained what gaslighting was. TUESDAY: About "trust the scientists" discussion, Dave Rubin says there are evil science fiction scientists "out there." Parallels between the right in the US and in Bolivia? Daniel Marans interviews 2 Pennsylvania Obama --> Trump --> Biden voters, who say it's corona virus that made them flip. Mike Huckabee says long voting lines show that Americans care. 2019: Nigel Farage pranked by Chris James Not Even a Show caller. Rush Limbaugh on his lung cancer now being a death sentence. Plus, your calls and IMs! Become a member of the Majority Report 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 newsletter at theend.substack.com 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 @JamieElizabeth @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 5:27pm EDT |
Tue, 20 October 2020
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. And in the Fun Half: what's Trump's angle on the Hunter Biden laptop, Trump's socialism attacks don't stick with Biden, Trump says he wants to give Americans more money than Pelosi, Trump's got too much cake for the NBC stools, why Trump will attack Kristin Welker at Thursday's debate, Charlie Kirk and the Biden Ideological Gulags, plus your IMs! Become a member of the Majority Report 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: 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 Leftisbest and get 20% off at http://www.sunsetlakecbd.com Grove Collaborative is the online marketplace that delivers all-natural home, beauty, and personal care products directly to you! For a limited time, when listeners go to Grove.co/majority you will get a free cleaning set from Grove, plus free shipping. Check out the Nomiki Show today at 3 pm on YouTube! 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 newsletter at theend.substack.com 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 @NomikiKonst @MattLech @BF1nn
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Category:general -- posted at: 6:15pm EDT |
Mon, 19 October 2020
Sam takes a look at the week ahead including rising coronavirus cases, the last two weeks of the presidential campaign, and democracy restored in Bolivia. On today's show: Trump does his road comic routine, says he could be "presidential" if he wanted to. SUNDAY: Pelosi says we need to stop virus if we want stimulus, Pelosi says there's a fight over child earned income tax credit. Fargo, ND city councilman claims masks don’t work. Asked about Trump rallying in coronavirus hotspots like Wisconsin, Alex Azar says it doesn't matter who's leading states, people are tired of locking down. Steve Doocy says the base loves Hunter Biden Russia emails but Trump should talk about economy during debate. DNI director John Ratcliffe says Hunter Biden laptop and emails are not Russian disinformation. On the fun half: Ron Johnson and Maria Bartiromo suggest Hunter Biden computer might have child pornography on it. OCT 12: Brandon Straka releases new MAGA anthem "True Colors” with "finesse queen" prankster in video. Jaime Harrison running an anti-3rd party / protest vote ad against Constitution Party Bill Bledsoe. How to get info to low-info voters: ads on antenna TV? NYT report sheds light on why voters who rejected Clinton are backing Biden (spoiler alert: it's sexism). Michigan Senate candidate (R) John James says he wants to make ACA affordable through competition, doesn't address pre-existing conditions. Plus, your calls and IMs! Become a member of the Majority Report 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, my listeners can go to ZipRecruiter.com/majority Feetures Elite Sock keeps feet cool, dry, and blister-free while providing a custom-like fit that won’t bunch or slip. They’ve engineered a sock with targeted compression, anatomical design and moisture-wicking material for unsurpassed performance. Feetures socks will change how you feel about socks forever. And you can get ten dollars off your first pair of Feetures when you use code MAJORITY at feetures.com. 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 newsletter at theend.substack.com 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 @JamieElizabeth @MattLech @BF1nn |
Fri, 16 October 2020
Sam hosts Benjamin Dixon (@BenjaminPDixon) of "The Benjamin Dixon Show" to discuss the week's biggest stories including the ACB hearings, dueling presidential town halls, and more. Then Sam hosts David Rees (@david_rees) of the Election Profit Makers podcast to discuss betting on political futures and raising money for voting rights. On today's show: Sheldon Whitehouse tells Republicans they have shot their credibility with "because we can" actions. Dianne Feinstein thanks Lindsey Graham for a great hearing for ACB nomination. Benjamin Dixon (@BenjaminPDixon) of "The Benjamin Dixon Show" joins Sam to discuss the week's top stories, including the ACB hearings, dueling presidential town halls, and the recent Politico story about progressives pushing Biden not to appoint a bunch of corporate lobbyists to his administration if he wins. Biden highlights destruction of Brazilian rainforest's impact on climate change, carbon capture. Asked about Q-Anon and whether or not he disavows QAnon, Trump says he doesn't know about it. On healthcare, Trump says Obamacare "not good" and he's going to provide something better. David Rees (@david_rees), of the Election Profit Makers podcast, joins Sam along with his co-hosts Jon Kimball (@jonkimball) and Starlee Kine (@StarleeKine) to talk about their political media/betting operation. As pundits, they put their money where their mouths are and bet on their predictions, and 2020 has been quite eventful for them. On the fun half: "15 minutes that ended:" Trump celebrates marshals executing Michael Reinoehl killing, again. Laura Ingraham and Steve Cortes call Joe Biden Mr Rogers, compares Trump townhall to The Wire. Rudy Giuliani losing it over Hunter Biden emails on Fox and Friends, talks about Hunter's drug use and sex life. Ultimate cuck Chris Christie says there's no downside to wearing masks. A caller asks the crew to define capitalism, socialism, and communism. Plus, your calls and IMs! Become a member of the Majority Report 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: 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 Leftisbest and get 20% off at http://www.sunsetlakecbd.com 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 newsletter at theend.substack.com 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 @JamieElizabeth @MattLech @BF1nn
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