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The Conversation

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First Aired:February 14, 2019
Seasons:4 seasons
Episodes:588
Status:Returning Series

Cenk Uygur sits down for quick but substantive interviews with political and cultural thought leaders from around the US and the world. Expect to see politicians from both sides of the aisle, media personalities, actors, directors, and more.

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Cenk Uygur

Cenk Uygur

Self - Host

Seasons

E1Adam McKay & Bernie Sanders

Feb 14, 2019

Cenk Uygur exclusively interviews film and comedy LEGEND Adam McKay. Senator Bernie Sanders stops by to give his vision for the future of America.

E2Glyn Ford & Hassan El-Tayyab

Feb 18, 2019

E3Elizabeth Warren

Feb 19, 2019

Senator Elizabeth Warren discusses her presidential bid and more in the TYT studio.

E4Steve Hofstetter & Walter Powell Jr.

Feb 20, 2019

Steve Hofstetter: The Worst Room I've Ever Performed In. Walt Powell On Life In The NFL And Politics.

E5John Bonifaz & Dan Perkins

Feb 21, 2019

Trump's Impeachment For National Emergency. US Coup In Venezuela.

E6Aaron Maté

Feb 26, 2019

Aaron Maté on Trump's Relationship with Russia.

E7David Cantese & Alexandrea Ravenelle

Feb 27, 2019

Can Centrism Defeat Trump In 2020? Dangers Of The Gig Economy.

E8Ben Cohen & Keisha Sutton-James

Feb 28, 2019

What is unapologetic black excellence? Why is Bernie Sanders so popular to millions of Americans?

E9Warren Farrell & Lisa Ring

Mar 4, 2019

Justice Democrat Lisa Ring is running again in 2020! What is the boy crisis?

E10Sarah Kleiner & Hard Lens Media

Mar 5, 2019

Who is John Hickenlooper? What is going on in Chicago's mayoral election?

E11Neera Tanden & Richard Ojeda

Mar 6, 2019

What Is Medicare Extra for All? What is going on in West Virginia?

E12Phyllis Bennis & Jean Ross

Mar 7, 2019

People are attacking Ilhan Omar without knowing the context. Cenk Uygur and Phyllis Bennis discuss. What is the next step for Medicare for All? Cenk Uygur and Jean Ross discuss.

E13Lateshia Beachum & Jonathan Marks

Mar 11, 2019

What is the future of transgender political candidates? What are the perils of partnership?

E14Ro Khanna & Judah Friedlander

Mar 12, 2019

Bernie Sanders Gets HUGE Early Endorsement. Judah Friedlander Is STANDING For President.

E15Paul Pope & Christine Ahn

Mar 13, 2019

What Happened To The National Enquirer? The Endgame Of The North Korean War.

E16Mike Siegel & Tarik El-Messidi

Mar 14, 2019

Is Texas about to become a blue state? There are amazing people working for peace in the world.

E17Mike Wendling & Alexis Bloom

Mar 18, 2019

Proud Boy Debates Anti-Fascist. The Unknown Story of Roger Ailes.

E18Alison Klayman, Marie Theres, & Conchita

Mar 19, 2019

What has Steve Bannon been up to? What the Jeffrey Epstein case says about human trafficking in the U.S.

E19Alex Lawson & Mari Urbina

Mar 20, 2019

Can Medicare for All become reality? 2020 race heating up, more candidates running.

E20Ramesh Srinivasan & Ieva Jusionyte

Mar 21, 2019

Can Progressives reign in big tech? Emergency responders on the US-Mexico border.

E21Maryam Jameel & Bill Scher

Mar 25, 2019

Workplace racism ignored by the government? Are small donors a problem for the Democrats in 2020?

E22Pilar Marrero & Jake Johnson

Mar 26, 2019

The Progressive case against Maduro. Mercenaries for hire in Haiti.

E23Rihana Gunn-Wright & Colby Hall

Mar 27, 2019

What's going on with The Conway's? Making the Green New Deal real?

E24Lindsey Allen & Lauren Gill

Mar 28, 2019

Taking action against climate change. Wayne Messam announcement. Prison labor used for church landscaping.

E25Tulsi Gabbard

Mar 29, 2019

Tulsi Gabbard on her Presidential Bid.

E26Lawrence Lessing, Shani Robinson, & Anna Simonton

Apr 1, 2019

Larry Lessig on rank choice voting. Atlanta's school cheating scandal. teacherontrial.com

E27Harvey Wasserman & Stephany Rose Spaulding

Apr 2, 2019

Demanding Nuclear Energy Safety. Stephany Rose Spaulding announces candidacy.

E28Glenn Greenwald

Apr 4, 2019

Cenk Uygur and Glenn Greenwald discuss Trump, Russia, Venezuela and more.

E29Lance Reddick

Apr 8, 2019

Cenk Uygur and Lance Reddick discuss acting, politics and more.

E30Michelle Romero & Nathan Spiteri

Apr 9, 2019

Hosted by Brooke Thomas. Diversifying the calls for climate action. The effects of sexual assault on victims.

E31John Pippin & Liz Whyte

Apr 10, 2019

Hosted by Mark Thompson. Ending animal testing in medical research. Report: Big Pharma, Gov't worsened opioid epidemic.

E32Wayne Messam

Apr 11, 2019

2020 candidate Wayne Messam on his vision for America.

E33Tulsi Gabbard

Apr 12, 2019

Tulsi Gabbard on Net Neutrality, Julian Assange, and Party Unity.

E34Vicky Ward & Cory Doctorow

Apr 17, 2019

Hosted by Mark Thompson. Corruption inside the Kushner family. Politics, technology, and social change.

E35Rabbi Michael Pollack, Nikki Bailey, Emma Dicicco

Apr 18, 2019

Hosted by Brooke Thomas. New Gillette Ad promotes body positivity. Anti-corruption action in Pennsylvania.

E36Dana Milbank & Max Blumenthal

Apr 23, 2019

Dana Milbank on the 2020 field. Why does America choose power over people.

E37Metta World Peace

Apr 24, 2019

Metta World Peace on TYT with Cenk Uygur and Rick Strom.

E38Thearse McCalmon & Chuck Nice

Apr 25, 2019

Hosted by Brooke Thomas. Thearse McCalmon on her mayoral race. Chuck Nice calls for climate change.

E39Tim Ryan

Apr 29, 2019

Congressman Tim Ryan on why he's running for President and what he wants to accomplish.

E40Regina Williams-Preston, Alita Guillén, & Julia Guillén

Apr 30, 2019

Regina Williams-Preston on her mayoral race. Alita & Julia Guillen on overcoming adversity.

E41John Pudner & Michael Lighty

May 1, 2019

Moving on from Mueller. The Medicare for America scam.

E42Peter Daou

May 2, 2019

Peter Daou sits down with TYT.

E43Isha Tobi & Gregory Jaczko

May 6, 2019

Truly inclusive climate action. Nuclear Energy: essential or catastrophic?

E44News Media

May 7, 2019

Hosted by Brooke Thomas. Fighting the food industry. News media fails pubic on climate change.

E45Josh Androsky, Joshua Collins, Zefrey Throwell, & Carlos Marroquin

May 8, 2019

Democratic Socialist truck driver runs for congress. Join Zefrey Throwell, Carlos Marroquin and Josh Androsky as they discuss our latest documentary, Free Parking. This segment is made possible by our friends at Aspiration, a financial firm with a conscience, allowing us to do well and do good. Find out how you can open an account that doesn’t use your deposits to fund fossil fuel projects by going to Aspiration.com/TYT.

E46Mike Gravel

May 9, 2019

Mike Gravel on his 2020 Presidential bid.

E47Rachel Lears

May 10, 2019

'Knock Down The House' Director Rachel Lears Joins TYT

E48Andy Zee & Patrick Nelson

May 13, 2019

Organizing against the Trump regime. Giving NY Progressives a voice in the primaries.

E49Bruce Gibney & Lee McIntyre

May 14, 2019

The value of science in the 'post-truth era.' Who keeps the executive branch honest?

E50Richard D. Wolff

May 15, 2019

Is there a cure for capitalism?

E51Angel Padilla & Laurie Luhn

May 16, 2019

The plan to defeat Trump in 2020. Fox News' culture of sexual harassment.

E52Ben Gleib

May 21, 2019

Ben Gleib on taking back American democracy.

E53Anthony Clark & Kira Lerner

May 22, 2019

Anthony Clark on inequality and fighting for local communities. Tracking device use put on hold due to investigative reporting.

E54Kai Newkirk, Neckbeard Deathcamp, & Morgan Sell

May 23, 2019

West Virginians arrested protesting "toxic" Rockwool plant. Fighting white supremacy with black metal.

E55Julia Peocock & Shevrin Jones

May 28, 2019

High School teacher takes on GOP congressman. The fight to protect Florida's youth against gun violence.

E56Brian Solis

May 29, 2019

The history of homegrown American terrorism. Brian Solis analyzes the effects of "digital distractions."

E57John Ziegler & Dahlia Lithwick

May 30, 2019

Robert Mueller should testify publicly. Pelosi picks politics over law.

E58Jordan Klepper

May 30, 2019

Jordan Klepper discusses his new docuseries "Klepper."

E59John Delaney

May 31, 2019

John Delaney on his 2020 Presidential bid.

E60Participant

Jun 4, 2019

'Participant' uses 3D printing to make wheelchairs affordable. How Progressive leaders and activists can get results.

E61Dana Gould

Jun 5, 2019

Hosted by Mark Thompson. Dana Gould on his career; from stand up to podcasts.

E62Ashlee Marie Preston

Jun 6, 2019

Hosted by Brooke Thomas. Ashlee Marie Preston on the marginalization of the Black Trans community.

E63Ryan Grim

Jun 10, 2019

Ryan Grim discusses his new book "We've Got People."

E64Andrew Yang

Jun 11, 2019

Andrew Yang on his 2020 presidential campaign.

E65Matt McGorry

Jun 12, 2019

Actor Matt McGorry on being an activist and feminist

E66Thom Hartmann

Jun 13, 2019

Thom Hartmann on his book “The Hidden History of Guns and the 2nd Amendment”

E67David West

Jun 18, 2019

Former NBA player David West on ‘The Right Side of History’

E68Bart Campolo & Heidi Pease

Jun 20, 2019

Heidi Pease on blockchain technology. Bart Campolo on leaving Christianity for Secular Humanism.

E69Igor Volsky & John Perkin

Jun 24, 2019

Igor Volsky talks gun control, John Perkins on economic hitmen

E70Caleb Ecarma & Shahid Buttar

Jun 25, 2019

Caleb Ecarma on Tucker Carlson’s history with the Koch Brothers, Nancy Pelosi’s challenger talks to TYT

E71Dave Weigel & Lisa Hymas

Jul 1, 2019

Washington Post reporter Dave Weigel talks politics, 2020 race. The need for a climate crisis debate.

E72Zubin Damania MD & John Ziegler

Jul 2, 2019

How to change the health care system. John Ziegler debates Cenk on his Hill op-ed.

E73Ron Perlman

Jul 3, 2019

Award winning Actor Ron Perlman talks politics, and acting.

E74Jarrett Hill & Shaheera Jalil Albasit

Jul 8, 2019

Jarrett Hill on Channel Q, Young progressives challenging the establishment

E75Caleb Cain & Chavisa Woods

Jul 9, 2019

YouTube radicalized former Alt-Right follower, 100 Times: A Memoir of Sexism

E76Mike Monetta & Greg Palast

Jul 10, 2019

Mike Monetta on Wolf-PAC, Venezuela’s stolen election

E77Aisha Wahab & Lauren Ashcraft

Jul 11, 2019

First Afghan-American woman elected to public office, New Progressive is challenging the establishment

E78Roni Geva & Jose Caballero

Jul 15, 2019

Hosted by Brooke Thomas. Normalizing abortion through comedy. Progressive candidate from San Diego aims to challenge Rep. Susan Davis.

E79Aeiramique Glass & Celeste Watkins-Hayes

Jul 16, 2019

Hosted by Brooke Thomas. Community Organizer and Activist aims to unset Dem. Rep. Juan Vargas. How women living with HIV/AIDS confront inequality.

E80Tim Samuels

Jul 17, 2019

Hosted by Mark Thompson. Tim Samuels on working with soldiers with PTSD.

E81Ro Khanna & Betsy Sweet

Jul 18, 2019

Ro Khanna talks politics with Cenk. 2020 Senate candidate is running to unseat Sen. Susan Collins.

E82Lee Fang & Reggie Hubbard

Jul 22, 2019

"Close The Camps" protests held in over 40 states. Right-wing orgs caught soliciting protesters to oppose fur ban in CA.

E83Vic Mensa

Jul 23, 2019

Vic Mensa on creating music in "Trump's America."

E84Anthony Scarmucci

Jul 24, 2019

Former White House Communications Director Anthony Scaramucci on TYT.

E85Brian Fallon

Jul 29, 2019

How Demand Justice is fighting to reform the Supreme Court.

E86Liam O’Mara & Nathan Carpenter

Aug 1, 2019

College professor takes on California Republican, The next renewable energy state

E87Mike Wassenar & Michael Patrick Lynch

Aug 5, 2019

FCC strips local public institutions of benefits, discounted access to cable. "Know-It-All society" critiques culture of "we know" and "they don't."

E88Richard Miron & James Garbarino

Aug 6, 2019

New documentary follows woman and her 200 pet birds. How the justice system can give juvenile offenders a second chance.

E89Alex Morse & Ben Cohen

Aug 7, 2019

Meet the newest Justice Democrat. Ben Cohen's history with Bernie Sanders.

E90Morgan Harper & Andy Freedman

Aug 8, 2019

Justice Democrats endorse NEW candidate, Reuniting refugees and their families

E91Lindsey Ellefson & Elizabeth Spiers

Aug 12, 2019

Breitbart viewership has dropped 75% since Trump took office. Democrats have an "inability to think past the next election cycle."

E92Bill de Blasio

Aug 13, 2019

Mayor Bill de Blasio on his 2020 run.

E93Kara Eastman & Andrew Jacobs

Aug 14, 2019

Meet the newest Justice Democrats 2020 congressional candidate. Smithfield guilty of antibiotics abuse, and severe animal cruelty.

E94Daryl Johnson & Igor Volsky

Aug 15, 2019

Intelligence analyst sounded alarm on rightwing extremism 10 years ago. "Walmart Must Act" campaign calls on store to stop selling firearms.

E95Ken Klippenstein & Andrew Marantz

Aug 19, 2019

Leaked FBI docs reveal "black identity extremists" classified as threat. Should the internet have gatekeepers?

E96Darcy Lockman

Aug 20, 2019

Darcy Lockman on "The Myth of Equal Partnership."

E97Lizz Winstead & Mike Siegel

Aug 21, 2019

Abortion AF uses humor to destigmatize, expose anti-choice extremism. Former teacher, lawyer running for congress against Texas Rep. McCaul.

E98Hasan Piker & Matt Sheffield

Aug 22, 2019

Hasan Piker addresses recent online comments. Journalist became Progressive after a decade as a Conservative activist.

E99J.D. Scholten

Aug 23, 2019

J.D. Scholten aims to unseat Iowa GOP Rep. Steve King.

E100Andrew Romanoff & Brianna Wu

Aug 26, 2019

Meet the Progressive running against Hickenlooper. Former #Gamergate target running for office.

E101Jonathan Herzog & Dave Levinthal

Aug 27, 2019

Dave Levinthal & Jonathan Herzog join Cenk on The Conversation

E102M. Xavier Carrigan & Richard Ojeda

Aug 28, 2019

Member of TYT Army joining for Congress. Richard Ojeda on his medical records being stolen from from VA.

E103Joe Sestak

Aug 29, 2019

Meet the latest presidential candidate, Joe Sestak.

E104Agatha Bacelar & Rebecca Parson

Sep 3, 2019

Meet Nancy Pelosi's progressive 2020 primary challenger. Rebecca Parson seeks to unseat U.S. Representative Derek Kilmer.

E105Anthony Scaramucci & Flame Monroe

Sep 4, 2019

Scaramucci regrets supporting Trump, plans to "make amends." Comedian Flame Monroe, star of Neflix's "They Ready!"

E106David Dennis Jr. & Erica Smith

Sep 5, 2019

Jay-Z's deal with the NFL conflicts with support of Kaepernick. State Senator Erica Smith seeks to unseat Thom Tillis.

E107David Dennis Jr. & Erica Vladimer

Sep 9, 2019

Hosted by Brooke Thomas. Kamala Harris releases massive criminal justice reform plan. Erica Vladimer challenging a 14-term Democrat.

E108Nse Ufot & Joan Williams

Sep 10, 2019

Fighting voter suppression in Georgia. How women can avoid the 'likability trap' at work.

E109Isaiah James & Jodi Gomes

Sep 11, 2019

Affordable Housing Activist Isiah James is running for congress. "One Child Left Behind" documentary covers 2009 Atlanta cheating scandal.

E110Jonathan Larsen & Stephen Nobel Smith

Sep 16, 2019

Documents reveal South Bend cops plan to oust black police chief. Meet the progressive populist running for WV governor.

E111Kimberly Graham & Ryan Grim

Sep 17, 2019

Lawyer for abused children is running for US Senate in Iowa. Biden's War on Drugs.

E112Jim Gaffigan

Sep 18, 2019

Jim Gaffigan gets serious for role in new dark drama 'American Dreamer.'

E113Thom Hartman

Sep 19, 2019

Thom Hartman: The Founders would've impeached Trump "in seconds."

E114McKayla Wilkes & Briana Urbina

Sep 20, 2019

Candidate Briana Urbina seeks to unseat Steny Hoyer. McKayla Wilkes is running to unseat House Majority leader Steny Hoyer.

E115Ro Khanna & Morgan Harper

Sep 23, 2019

Ro Khanna on "Democracy Dollars." Justice Democrat Morgan Harper on the biggest issues affecting Ohio's 3rd district.

E116Paula Jean Swearengin & Edward Snowden

Sep 24, 2019

Meet the progressive candidate fighting for West Virginia. Edward Snowden opens up in new memoir, "Permanent Record."

E117Andy Zee 8 Alan Cohn

Sep 25, 2019

LAPD spied on anti-Trump activists during protests. Cohn is running to unseat FL congressman under investigation.

E118Krystal Ball & Ted Terry

Sep 26, 2019

Meet the "Millennial Mayor" running for congress. Krystal Ball on Trump's impeachment.

E119Ken Klippenstein & Peter Khalil

Sep 30, 2019

Ken Klippenstein On Nancy Pelosi's Agenda For Impeachment | Meet the Progressive candidate running for Congress in WA-03

E120Abby Martin, Mike Prysner, & John Nichols

Oct 1, 2019

New documentary covers story of Gaza not covered in the media. How Congress can get impeachment done the right way.

E121Joshua Collins & Robert Edmonds, Jr.

Oct 2, 2019

Incumbent Rep. Denny Heck takes money from big energy, and corporations. Robert Emmons Jr. is challenging incumbent Bobby Rush.

E122Angelo Carusone & Jeff Clements

Oct 3, 2019

The right wing's impeachment hypocrisy. Why America needs a 28th amendment.

E123Peter Mehlman & Dan Price

Oct 7, 2019

Former Seinfeld writer discusses his second novel, "#measwell." CEO set $70k minimum wage for employees, cut down his own pay.

E124Mariana Prieto & Alexander Nazaryan

Oct 8, 2019

Mariana Prieto uses design to support humanitarian work. Trump has surrounded himself with "the best people"

E125Stephany Rose Spaulding & Kerri Evelyn Harris

Oct 9, 2019

The Professor and Pastor taking on Hickenlooper. Chris Coons' worst nightmare.

E126Jessica Cisneros & Marie Newman

Oct 10, 2019

Campaign aims to unseat incumbent centrist Henry Cuellar. Taking on anti-choice Democrat Rep. Dan Lipinski.

E127Robert Pollin

Oct 11, 2019

Economist and Medicare-For-All expert weighs in on Bernie's plan.

E128David Dennis Jr. & Eva Putzova

Oct 14, 2019

Woman shot by police while playing video games with nephew. Primarying blue dog Dem Co-Chair Tom O'Halleran

E129Nick Bryant & Joel Stein

Oct 15, 2019

Nick Bryant on exposing Jeffrey Epstein's crimes. Joel Stein on his new book "In Defense of Elitism."

E130Marianne Williamson

Oct 16, 2019

Marianne Williamson joins TYT to discuss her 2020 campaign.

E131Vanessa De Luca & Parker Malloy

Oct 17, 2019

Does Facebook favor Conservatives? Medium launches Zora - an online forum focusing on voices of women of color.

E132Courtney Love & Gayle McLaughlin

Oct 21, 2019

Courtney Love is running for Tacoma City Council. CPA endorsed Bernie Sanders through online member vote.

E133Anita Malik

Oct 22, 2019

Candidate Anita Malik believes "Democracy Can't Be Bought." US Military action against Turkey could "shatter NATO to pieces."

E134Naomi Klein & Scott Hechinger

Oct 23, 2019

Naomi Klein's new book "On Fire" covers the "existential challenge" of climate change. Public defenders are often looked over as experts.

E135Barry Levine, Jamil Smith, & Monique El-Faizy

Oct 24, 2019

"All The President's Women" accounts Trump's history with women. Elijah Cummings' career and legacy.

E136Bill McKibben

Oct 25, 2019

The History of Climate Change.

E137Nithya Raman & Steve Cox

Oct 28, 2019

Nithya Raman running for LA city council. Steve Cox wants to ditch Mitch McConnell.

E138Greg Palast & Ro Khanna

Oct 29, 2019

Ro Khanna on progress on Medicare for All, and capping drug prices. PG&E's role in the California wildfires.

E139Annafi Wahed & Kyle Kulinski

Oct 30, 2019

The Flip Side seeks to "bridge the gap" between Liberals and Conservatives. Kyle Kulinski and Cenk debate Bernie vs. Warren.

E140Ken Klippenstein, Deia Schlosberg, & Conrad Shaw

Oct 31, 2019

Docuseries follows 21 Americans living with a UBI for two years. Ken Klippenstein's reporting used in congress.

E141Jasmyne Cannick & Ken Klippenstein

Nov 4, 2019

Jasmine Cannick on bringing Ed Buck to justice. Military may use lethal force at the border.

E142Adem Bunkeddeko & Paula Saravia

Nov 5, 2019

Adem Bunkeddeko is running for congress in NY-9. Protests represent Chileans frustration with inequality, corruption.

E143Bradford Davis & Albert Lee

Nov 6, 2019

Brand New Congress candidate Albert Lee on running in OR-3. Houston Astros history of discriminatory behavior exposed.

E144Sarah Kleiner & Solomon Rajput

Nov 7, 2019

Fundraisers who get rich off of charities and PACs. Rajput challenging Congresswoman Debbie Dingell.

E145Karl Penn

Nov 8, 2019

Kal Penn on his acting career and his new series "Sunnyside."

E146Ramesh Srinivasan & Charles Booker

Nov 12, 2019

How to move toward a "more Democratic internet." Meet Mitch McConnell's 2020 Senate election challenger.

E147Jason Call & Ro Khanna

Nov 13, 2019

Jason Call and Ro Khanna speak with Cenk on The Conversation

E148Cenk Uygur

Nov 14, 2019

Ana interviews congressional candidate Cenk Uygur

E149Peter Harrison

Nov 18, 2019

Housing activist running for Congress in NY-12. The race to replace Gov. Chris Sununu in 2020.

E150Chileans McCray & Edna Bonhomme

Nov 19, 2019

First Lady of New York Chirlane McCray on mental health reform. Edna Bonhomme on reparations, debt forgiveness.

E151Ken Klippenstein & Tom Gallagher

Nov 21, 2019

Leak reveals military surveillance of interfaith groups opposed to family separation. Meet the Democratic Socialist challenging Nancy Pelosi.

E152Devin Hansen & Lane Evans

Nov 25, 2019

Devin Hansen on the legacy of Progressive Congressman Lane Evans. Author Harvey Kaye on how to "Make America Radical Again."

E153Bill de Blasio

Nov 25, 2019

Bill de Blasio on Bloomberg's record and his Presidential bid.

E154Matt Stoller & Amy Littlefield

Nov 26, 2019

Matt Stoller on the fall of the Democratic Party. Mexican health care officials make it difficult to obtain legal abortions.

E155Frances Turner, Jason O’Mara, & Gideon Resnick

Nov 27, 2019

Stars of "The Man in the High Castle" discuss the final season. Crooked Media's Gideon Resnick on his new podcast, "What A Day."

E156Justin Spitzer & Victor Jones

Dec 2, 2019

The Progressive politics of NBC's "Superstore." Dough CEO Victor Jones dough.com/tyt

E157Anthony Abraham Jack & Ro Khanna

Dec 3, 2019

Food insecurity of college campuses. Elizabeth Warren's stance on medicare for all.

E158James Thompson & Valerie Plame

Dec 4, 2019

James Thompson opens up about his cancer diagnosis. Former CIA agent Valerie Plame is running for Congress in NM-3.

E159Cathy Kunkel & Jacob Martinez

Dec 5, 2019

Energy policy expert is running for Congress in WV-2. AZ, Mesa City council candidate: Why I left the GOP.

E160Margaret Cho

Dec 9, 2019

Margaret Cho joins TYT.

E161Hassan El-Tayyab & Arati Kreibich

Dec 10, 2019

Congress has the power to end war in Yemen without Trump. Former Scientist takes on Trump-supporting Democrat in NJ-5.

E162Brooke Obie & Dr. Christine Eady Mann

Dec 11, 2019

Lack of Representation at the Golden Globes. Dr. Christine Eady Mann on universal healthcare, single-payer.

E163David Dayen & Zeke Stokes

Dec 12, 2019

H.R.3 leaves behind the uninsured. Zeke stokes on the LGBTQ vote.

E164Cenk Uygur

Dec 12, 2019

Congressional Candidate Cenk Uygur joins Ana for "The Conversation"

E165Morgan Harper

Dec 13, 2019

Morgan Harper joins John Iadarola on The Conversation.

E166Michael Brune & Dr. Devra Davis

Dec 16, 2019

EPA ignoring the climate crisis. The potential dangers of 5G.

E167Andres Bernal, Dr. Stephanie Kelton, & Robert Greenwald

Dec 17, 2019

What is modern monetary theory? New documentary highlights voter suppression in Georgia.

E168Alberto Cairo & Kina Collins

Dec 18, 2019

How Charts Lie. Healthcare and anti-gun violence advocate running for Congress.

E169Morgan Harper & Natasha Gupta

Dec 26, 2019

Morgan Harper on the issues that affect OH-3. Natasha Gupta on being an outsider in politics.

E170Christopher Armitage & William Haston

Dec 30, 2019

Christopher Armitage on his congressional campaign. William Haston on his congressional campaign.

E171Nazita Lajevardi & Zina Spezakis

Dec 31, 2019

What drives Islamophobia? Climate change activist Zina Spezakis on her run for Congress.

E1Gabe Tobias & James Mackler

Jan 2, 2020

The AOC-inspired Movement School trains progressive organizers. Veteran Black Hawk pilot is running for US Senate seat in Tennessee.

E2Sweta Chakraborty & Lawrence Lessig

Jan 6, 2020

Bernie's plan to combat climate change. Professor Larry Lessig on the electoral college.

E3Adam Eichen & Jonathan Larsen

Jan 7, 2020

Grassroots money beats Amazon in Seattle. Jonathan Larsen on the National Prayer breakfast.

E4Cenk Uygur

Jan 8, 2020

Cenk Uygur on his Democratic opponent Christy Smith.

E5Heidi Sloan & Jim Keady

Jan 8, 2020

TX-25 Congressional Candidate Heidi Sloan joins "The Conversation." Jim Keady on The Green New Deal.

E6Lilly Adams & Donald McInnis

Jan 9, 2020

Lilly Adams on Trump's Nuclear Weapons policy. The murder and aftermath of 12-year-old Stephanie Crowe.

E7Dave Levinthal & Jonathan Larsen

Jan 13, 2020

CPI Editor-at-Large Dave Levinthal on Trump's plan to sidestep 2020 investigations. TYT Investigates and The Root dive into Buttigieg

E8Briahna Joy Gray & Colby Hall

Jan 14, 2020

Bernie's National Press Secretary Briahna Joy Gray on media coverage of Sanders. Mediaite found Editor Colby Hall on Warren vs Sanders.

E9Nathan J. Robinson & Mel Gagarin

Jan 15, 2020

Why You Should Be A Socialist. NY-6 candidate Mel Gagarin on his progressive activism.

E10Chloe Hilliard

Jan 16, 2020

Chloe Hilliard on her new book “F*** Your Diet”

E11Byron Reese & Amanda Edwards

Jan 21, 2020

Gigaom CEO Byron Reese on the internet's impact on society. Amanda Edwards challenges Sen. John Cornyn in Texas.

E12Alex Gibney

Jan 21, 2020

Director Alex Gibney on new documentary’Citizen K’

E13Cassie King & Sean Lai McMahon

Jan 22, 2020

Cassie King from "Direct Action Everywhere." Attorney Sean Lai McMahon joins The Conversation.

E14Tomas Ramos & Jonathan Metzl

Jan 23, 2020

Tomas Ramos on the issues facing New Yorkers. Jonathan Metzl on the future of gun research.

E15Rachel Ventura & Russ Cirincione

Jan 27, 2020

Candidate Rachel Ventura on how progressive policies will help IL-11. Candidate Russ Cirincione on bringing progressive solutions to NJ-6.

E16Jackie Fielder & Cenk Uygur

Jan 28, 2020

CA Senate candidate Jackie Fielder (SD11) on housing justice for all. CA-25 candidate Cenk Uygur on the DCCC backing opponent Christy Smith.

E17Zachary Siegel & Sean Shaw

Jan 29, 2020

What is Joe Biden's 'crack house' crusade. Attorney & Civic Leader Sean Shaw on Gov. Desantis' 'poll tax.'

E18Shaniyat Chowdhury & Frances Yasmeen Motiwalla

Jan 30, 2020

NY-5 candidate Shaniyat Chowdhury on challenging 20 year Democratic incumbent Meeks. Candidate Frances Motiwalla on how progressive policies will help CA-34.

E19Krystal Ball & Amanda Terkel

Feb 3, 2020

Krystal Ball on her new book "The Populist's Guide to 2020." When will the media take progressives seriously?

E20Ezra Klein

Feb 4, 2020

Ezra Klein on his book “Why We’re Polorized.”

E21Nabilah Islam & Amanda Siebe

Feb 5, 2020

Nabilah Islam on Trump's Muslim ban expansion. Amanda Siebe on the issues affecting OR-1

E22Noam Chomsky

Feb 5, 2020

Noam Chomsky joins The Conversation.

E23Kim McCarthy & Rob Richie

Feb 6, 2020

The issues affecting Ohio District 73. Rob Richie on ranked choice voting.

E24Mike Siegel & Lindsey Boylan

Feb 10, 2020

Former Lawyer and Teacher running for Congress in TX-10. Lindsey Boylan is running to unseat NY Rep. Jerry Nadler.

E25Cristina Tzintzún Ramirez & Wendell Potter

Feb 12, 2020

Cristina Tzintzun Ramirez on her campaign for US Senate. Former Health Insurance exec turned whistleblower.

E26Rishi Kumar & Thom Hartmann

Feb 13, 2020

Rishi Kumar on his Congressional Campaign. Thom Hartmann on the Republican war on voting.

E27Alexander Sammon & Babs Ramsey

Feb 17, 2020

Small dollar donations vs high dollar, pay for access fundraising. Babs Ramsey on Nebraska's farmers, ending Trump tariffs.

E28Lorena Garcia & Jennifer Cohn

Feb 18, 2020

Lorena Garcia on running against John Hickenlooper. Can electronic voting machines be hacked?

E29Ken Klippenstein & Ryan Grim

Feb 19, 2020

Leaked Bloomberg campaign NDA. Bloomberg is stealing staffers from local campaigns.

E30Amy Cox & Munira Ahmed

Feb 20, 2020

Amy Cox is running for State Rep in Ohio's 43rd district. Munira Ahmed on how her photo inspired artist Shepard Fairey.

E31Bill Theobald & Suraj Patel

Feb 24, 2020

Will swing state's 2020 hacking protections hold? Suraj Patel's bid to unseat Rep. Carolyn Maloney.

E32Donna Imam

Feb 26, 2020

Donna Imam on her grassroots congressional campaign.

E33Ari Herstand & Sara Azari

Feb 27, 2020

CA assembly bill 5's impact on the music industry. New book highlights all of Trump's crimes.

E34Skylar Hurwitz & Stephen Smith

Mar 2, 2020

Skylar Hurwitz on his congressional campaign. Stephen Smith on the WV can't wait movement.

E35Cenk Uygur

Mar 4, 2020

Cenk Uygur discusses his congressional campaign.

E36Imam Abdul Malik Mujahid & Caroline Phillips

Mar 5, 2020

Violence in New Delhi over India's 'citizenship' law. Cannabis festival raises social justice awareness.

E37Lizz Winstead

Mar 9, 2020

Daily Show creator Lizz Winstead joins The Conversation.

E38Jen Perelman & Terron Sims

Mar 11, 2020

Jen Perelman on her race against Debbie Wasserman Schultz. Terron Sims on HR-51, the DC Admission Act.

E39Rudy Reves & Dr. Sweta Chakraborty

Mar 12, 2020

Rudy Reves on surviving the San Diego fires. Dr. Chakraborty on the dangers of Covid-19.

E40Jerry Mitchell

Mar 18, 2020

New book reopens unsolved murders during civil rights era.

E41Ryan Grim

Apr 6, 2020

The Intercept's Ryan Grim joins The Conversation to discuss the sexual assault allegations against Joe Biden.

E42Mehdi Hasan

Apr 8, 2020

The Intercept's Mehdi Hasan joins The Conversation to discuss Trump and Iran.

E43Norman Broderick & Kshama Sawant

Apr 9, 2020

"Suppressed" Documentary star Norman Broderick | Seattle City Councilmember Kshama Sawant

E44Nomi Prins & Ruth Ben-Ghiat

Apr 13, 2020

Journalist and Financial Expert Nomi Prins joins The Conversation. Authoritarianism expert Ruth Ben-Ghiat speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how Trump exhibits many authoritarian traits.

E45Shaun King

Apr 14, 2020

Shaun King speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the end of Bernie Sanders' campaign.

E46David Sirota

Apr 14, 2020

David Sirota speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about Bernie Sanders' 2020 presidential run.

E47Ruth Sanchez & Andy Grieve

Apr 15, 2020

The "Angel of Antelope Valley" Ruth Sanchez speaks with Cenk Uygur about homelessness in High Desert in Los Angeles County | Emmy award winning director Andy Grieve speaks with Cenk Uygur about the new Netflix docuseries The Innocence Files.

E48Frank Smyth & Albert Lee

Apr 16, 2020

Author Frank Smyth speaks with Michael Shure about his new book The NRA: The Unauthorized History. Congressional candidate Albert Lee on his run for Oregon's 3rd District.

E49Ti-Hua Chang & Eric Ohlsen

Apr 20, 2020

Ti-Hua Chang on how big oil has benefited from the coronavirus stimulus. Eric Ohlsen on how the DNC meddles in progressive candidate's campaigns.

E50David Dayen

Apr 21, 2020

Journalist David Dayen speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about banks seizing stimulus checks.

E51Harvey Kaye, Vanessa Potkin, & Peter Neufeld

Apr 22, 2020

Harvey Kaye on his new book "FDR on Democracy." Vanessa Potkin & Peter Neufeld on the new Netflix show The Innocence Files.

E52Hector Oseguera & John Iadarola

Apr 23, 2020

Hector Oseguera speaks with Michael Shure on The Conversation about candidacy for Congress in NJ-08. John Iadarola on his climate change docuseries Truth North.

E53Dave Weigel & Vic Dibitetto

Apr 27, 2020

Washington Post Reporter Dave Weigel speaks with Cenk Uygur about the state of the 2020 election. Comedian Vic Dibitetto on his viral COVID-19 rant.

E54Katherine Stewart & Zahra Burton

Apr 28, 2020

Author Katherine Stewart on her new book The Power Worshippers: Inside the Dangerous Rise of Religious Nationalism. Journalist Zahra Burton on her TV news magazine, 18 Degrees North.

E55John Nichols & Elie Mystal

Apr 29, 2020

John Nichols speaks with Cenk Uygur on whether or not the Democratic Party has a soul. Justice Correspondent Elie Mystal on how Republicans are obsessed with stacking the court system in their favor.

E56Jonathan Metzl & Adam Eichen

Apr 30, 2020

Gun violence expert Jonathan Metzl speaks with Mark Thompson on The Conversation about how COVID-19 led to a rise in gun ownership. Adam Eichen on voter suppression during COVID-19-era.

E57Sarah Dowland & Ken Wyniemko

May 1, 2020

Sarah Dowland & Ken Wyniemko speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about Ken's incredible wrongful conviction episode of the The Innocence Files.

E58Thearse McCalmon & Kenya Evelyn

May 4, 2020

Thearse McCalmon speaks with Michael Shure on The Conversation about her campaign for a state senate seat in New York. Race and identity reporter Kenya Evelyn on why people of color are disproportionally effected by COVID-19.

E59Jay Willis & Shahid Buttar

May 6, 2020

The Appeal's Jay Willis speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how conservative judges are exploiting the coronavirus crisis. California Congressional candidate Shahid Buttar on his race against Nancy Pelosi.

E60Kara Eastman & Mike Magee

May 7, 2020

Congressional candidate Kara Eastman speaks with Mark Thompson on The Conversation about the cracks in U.S. social service systems. CEO of Chiefs for Change Mike Magee on equity in education during a pandemic.

E61Josh Fox & David Klein

May 11, 2020

Filmmaker Josh Fox speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how the Green New Deal is the cure for the effects of the fossil fuel industry. CEO and Co-founder of Commonbond David Klein on navigating student loans during the coronavirus pandemic.

E62Michael Brooks

May 12, 2020

Michael Brooks speaks with Ana Kasparian on The Conversation about how the left can counteract the so-called "intellectual dark web".

E63Dr. Rashad Richey & Ryan Felton

May 13, 2020

Dr. Rashad Richey speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why Ahmaud Arbery's death was a "modern day lynching." Investigative reporter Ryan Felton on where bottled water comes from.

E64Adrienne Lawrence

May 14, 2020

Adrienne Lawrence speaks with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about her new book Staying in the Game: The Playbook for Beating Sexual Harassment.

E65Justin Jackson

May 18, 2020

LA Chargers' Justin Jackson joins TYT.

E66Zach Carter & Kai Newkirk

May 19, 2020

Huffington Post Senior Reporter Zach Carter speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the father Keynesian economics. Progressive activist Kai Newkirk on how he organized a progressive COVID-19 protest.

E67Theo Henderson & Andrew Romano

May 20, 2020

Podcaster Theo Henderson speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the homeless crisis in Los Angeles. Yahoo News correspondent Andrew Romano on the differences in how Germany and Sweden are handling the COVID-19 pandemic.

E68Ben Crump

May 21, 2020

Civil rights attorney Ben Crump speaks with Michael Shure on The Conversation about how to defend against the smear campaign against murder victim Ahmaud Arbery.

E69Bernie Sanders

May 22, 2020

Bernie Sanders on the unity task force, uniting progressives. Bernie Sanders is still fighting for progressives.

E70David Sirota John Salzinger, & Seungah Jeong

May 26, 2020

David Sirota speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about Joe Biden's "unity task forces". @MPOWERD executives John Salzinger and Seungah Jeong on their experiences with COVID-19 and their approach to running a B Corporation.

E71Jesse Eisinger & Alex Sammon

May 27, 2020

ProPublica senior reporter Jesse Eisinger speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how stimulus funds have been unequally distributed. Writer Alex Sammon on how the Small Business Administration handled the stimulus packages.

E72Ramy Youssef

May 28, 2020

Comedian Ramy Youssef speaks with Maytha Alhassen on The Conversation about the new season of his show "Ramy".

E73Ben Jealous

Jun 1, 2020

Ben Jealous speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about George Floyd's death and police brutality during the protests.

E74Ken Klippenstein & Judah Friedlander

Jun 2, 2020

Nation reporter Ken Klippenstein speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about Trump's plan to use the military inside the U.S. Judah Friedlander on coronavirus and the unrest in America.

E75Joe Walsh & Mike Broihier

Jun 3, 2020

Former U.S. Congressman Joe Walsh speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why he stopped supporting Trump. U.S. Senate candidate Mike Broihier on running as a progressive in Kentucky.

E76Dr. Rashad Richey

Jun 4, 2020

Dr. Rashad Richey speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the George Floyd protests in Atlanta.

E77Adam McKay, Margaret Klein, & Samelys Lopez

Jun 5, 2020

Margaret Klein & Adam McKay speak with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about changing the world's mind about climate change. Samelys Lopez on her Congressional run in New York.

E78Jennifer Larsen & Jackie Fielder

Jun 8, 2020

Jennifer Larsen speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about her run for freeholder in New Jersey. Jackie Fielder her candidacy for state senate in California.

E79Baba Akili & Kim Mangone

Jun 9, 2020

Kim Mangone speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about running for the congressional seat in CA-23. Baba Akili on what "defund the police" really means.

E80Nina Turner & Lauren Ashcraft

Jun 10, 2020

Lauren Ashcraft speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how her controversial fundraising email. Nina Turner on reforming law enforcement in the United States.

E81Jonathan Herzog & Nate McMurray

Jun 11, 2020

Congressional candidate Nate McMurray speaks with Michael Shure on The Conversation about his run for the seat in NY-27. Congressional candidate Jonathan Herzog on his run to represent Wall Street in Congress.

E82Fisher Stevens, Jean-Éric Vergne, Kathryn Boyd-Batstone, & Melinna Bobadilla

Jun 12, 2020

Fisher Stevens & Jean-Éric Vergne speak with Michael Shure on The Conversation about their new documentary And We Go Green. Kathryn Boyd-Batstone and Melinna Bobadilla on their new documentary For Rosa.

E83James Felton Keith & Steve Hill

Jun 15, 2020

Congressional candidate James Felton Keith speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his run for NY-13. Steve Hill on his recent police discrimination experience.

E84Jamaal Bowman & Khaled Abdelghany

Jun 16, 2020

Jamaal Bowman speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how he's pulling off an underdog congressional campaign in New York. National Guardsman Khaled Abdelghany on the viral video of him chanting with protesters in D.C.

E85Kenya Evelyn & Derrell Bradford

Jun 17, 2020

Derrell Bradford speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about how children of color were disproportionally affected when schools shutdown during the coronavirus pandemic. Kenya Evelyn on the history of institutional racism in the United States.

E86Isiah James & Shaniyat Chowdhury

Jun 18, 2020

Congressional candidate Shaniyat Chowdhury speaks with Michael Shure on The Conversation about his run for NY-5. Congressional candidate Isiah James on his run for NY-9.

E87Ron Perlman

Jun 19, 2020

Ron Perlman speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his Twitter beef with Ted Cruz.

E88Sean Shaw & Elie Mystal

Jun 23, 2020

Attorney and civic leader Sean Shaw speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about police abuse and brutality. Elie Mystal on boycotting the U.S. because of racism.

E89Sarah Jaffe & Ti-Hua Chang

Jun 24, 2020

Sarah Jaffe speaks with Michael Shure on The Conversation about what is going on with "PTO Debt". TYT Investigates reporter Ti-Hua Chang on why stimulus money hasn't gone towards climate change.

E90Maya Rockeymoore Cummings

Jun 25, 2020

Dr. Maya Rockeymoore Cummings speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about her three part strategy to manage the coronavirus pandemic.

E91Gary Chambers

Jun 29, 2020

Gary Chambers speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his viral address to a school board in Louisiana.

E92Lizz Winstead & Suraj Patel

Jun 30, 2020

Abortion Access Front founder Lizz Winstead speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the recent supreme court decision concerning abortion rights. Congressional candidate Suraj Patel on Tuesday's primary results.

E93Ron Suskind

Jul 1, 2020

Founder of Bongomedia Ron Suskind speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his extensive journalism career and new app.

E94Maytha Alhassen

Jul 2, 2020

Maytha Alhassen speaks with Ana Kasparian on The Conversation about the police abolition movement.

E95Nayyera Haq & Jess Scarene

Jul 6, 2020

Jess Scarene speaks with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about her run for a U.S. Senate seat in Delaware. Nayyera Haq on Russian bounties and Stacey Abrams.

E96Eynelys Vinson & David Shimer

Jul 7, 2020

Eynelys Vinson speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about her run for Palmdale, CA City Council. Author David Shimer on how vulnerable our election systems are to Russian intrusions.

E97Rev. William Barber

Jul 8, 2020

Civil Rights Activist Rev. William Barber speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about fighting for economic justice.

E98Jermaine Starr & Ashley McGirt

Jul 9, 2020

Journalist Terrell Jermaine Starr speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about his new podcast "Black Diplomats". Therapist and author Ashley McGirt on the deep effects of historical and systematic trauma.

E99Dolores Huerta

Jul 13, 2020

Dolores Huerta speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about living a life of advocacy and activism.

E100Ken Klippenstein & Simona Grace

Jul 14, 2020

Journalist Ken Klippenstein speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his Twitter exchange with Elon Musk. Founder of Moms in Office Simona Grace on her efforts to expand how many mothers get elected to public office.

E101Kenya Evelyn & Dylan Brody

Jul 15, 2020

Humorist and author Dylan Brody speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about making comedy during covid-19. Guardian reporter Kenya Evelyn on why minority communities in the U.S. have a higher risk of contacting covid-19.

E102Bob the Drag Queen & Jason Harrow

Jul 16, 2020

Bob the Drag Queen speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about how drag queens fight for social change. Chief Counsel at Equal Citizens Jason Harrow speaks with Francesca Fiorentini about how to fix the electoral college.

E103Wade McMullen & Ihssan Leckey

Jul 20, 2020

Congressional candidate Ihssan Leckey speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why she decided to run for Joe Kennedy's former seat in Massachusetts. Managing attorney at Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Wade McMullen on how Trump is continuing to limit immigration.

E104Jen Perelman & Ryan Grim

Jul 21, 2020

Jen Perelman speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about her congressional race against Debbie Wasserman Schultz in Florida. TYT Contributor Ryan Grim on progressive candidates in democratic primaries.

E105Jeet Heer & Mustafa Tameez

Jul 23, 2020

National Affairs Correspondent for The Nation Jeet Heer speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about unidentified federal agents clashing with protesters in Portland. Former DHS consultant Mustafa Tameez on Trump's illegal use of force against protestors in Portland.

E106Richard Kreitner & Jonathan Metzl

Jul 27, 2020

Author Richard Kreitner speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how disunion in the United States could lead to states seceding. Professor and author Jonathan Metzl on Trump's abysmal handling of Covid-19.

E107Thomas Frank & Mary Ziegler

Jul 28, 2020

Journalist and Author Thomas Frank speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about the history of populism in the U.S. Author Mary Ziegler on the current state of women's reproductive rights in the U.S.

E108Rebecca Parson & Ilyse Hogue

Jul 29, 2020

Congressional candidate Rebecca Parson speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about her run to represent Washington's 6th district. Author and President of NARAL Pro Choice America Ilyse Hogue on how the radical right is on the verge of banning abortion in the U.S.

E109Eddie Glaude & Dr. Carl Hart

Jul 30, 2020

Professor Eddie Glaude speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about his new book about his new book Begin Again. Scientist, professor, author and activist Dr. Carl Hart on the myth of drugs contributing to the killings of black people.

E110Manuel Oliver

Aug 3, 2020

Manuel Oliver speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about on his son Jonquin, a victim of gun violence.

E111Ken Klippenstein & John Nichols

Aug 4, 2020

Reporter for The Nation Ken Klippenstein speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about Trump's attempt to label antifa as a terrorist organization. The Nation's National Affairs Correspondent John Nichols on why the mainstream Democratic Party is rejecting progressive ideals.

E112Maytha Alhassen & Sheryl Ring

Aug 5, 2020

Maytha Alhassen speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about why so many people still aren't wearing masking during the COVID-19 pandemic. Tenants Rights Attorney and Advocate Sheryl Ring on the eviction crisis caused by COVID-19.

E113Ro Khanna & Dr. Anthea Butler

Aug 6, 2020

Ro Khanna speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about huge victories for progressives across the map. University of Pennsylvania Professor Dr. Anthea Butler on the reason why evangelicals vote for Trump.

E114Melba Pearson & Abené Clayton

Aug 10, 2020

Candidate for Miami-Dade State Attorney Melba Pearson speaks with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about why she decided to run. Abené Clayton on how Covid-19 spread in California's prison system.

E115Zephyr Teachout & Andru Volinsky

Aug 11, 2020

Gubernatorial candidate Andru Volinsky speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why he's running for the top job in New Hampshire. Zephyr Teachout on her new book about deals with breaking up monopolies.

E116Joe Sandberg, Morgan Pehme, & Daniel DiMauro

Aug 12, 2020

Aspiration Co-founder Joe Sanberg speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about who actually wins as the economy attempts to recover from Covid-19. Directors of "The Swamp" Morgan Pehme & Daniel DiMauro on how to fix the systemic corruption at the heart of Congress right now.

E117Céline Semaan & Jessica Malaty Rivera

Aug 13, 2020

Slow Factory Foundation Founder Céline Semaan speaks with Maytha Alhassen on The Conversation about how the explosion in Beirut has become a catalyst for revolution in Lebanon. Infectious Disease Expert Jessica Malaty Rivera on how important it is to make science useful to the general public.

E118Alex Morse

Aug 14, 2020

Congressional candidate Alex Morse speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the targeted attack to ruin his campaign.

E119Brent Welder & Zack Malitz

Aug 17, 2020

Zack Malitz speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about holding Texas Governor, Greg Abbott, accountable for Texas' Covid-19 response. Brent Welder on the influence of corporate lobbyist on the DNC.

E120Cori Bush

Aug 18, 2020

Cori Bush speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how she toppled a political dynasty.

E121Noam Chomky

Aug 19, 2020

Noam Chomky speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how consent to nominate Joe Biden was manufactured by the mainstream media.

E122Nina Turner

Aug 21, 2020

Nina Turner speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about what the future of the Democratic Party looks like.

E123Anthony Baxter

Aug 24, 2020

Filmmaker Anthony Baxter speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his new documentary "You've Been Trumped Too".

E124Lex Steppler & Jared A. Ball

Aug 25, 2020

Dignity and Power Now Director Lex Steppler speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about the situation around the police shooting of Jacob Blake. Morgan State University Professor Jared A. Ball on how race and class are inseparable.

E125Marjon Carlos & Monifa Bandele

Aug 26, 2020

Journalist Marjon Carlos speaks with Maytha Alhassen on The Conversation about how Cardi B is an advocate for progressive policies and female empowerment. Senior VP of Moms Rising Monifa Bandele on the upcoming Black National Convention.

E126Rashad Richey & David Kim

Aug 27, 2020

CA-34 Congressional candidate David Kim speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about his run to represent his community. Radio Host Rashad Richey on the police killing of Jacob Blake.

E127Chuck Rocha & Jenna Arnold

Aug 31, 2020

Jenna Arnold speaks with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about her new book Raising Our Hands. Chuck Rocha on how Bernie Sanders brought latinos into the progressive movement.

E128Paula Jean Swearengin & Alicia Garza

Sep 1, 2020

Paula Jean Swearengin and Alicia Garza speak with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation.

E129David Becker & Max Burns

Sep 2, 2020

David Becker and Max Burns speak with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation.

E130Jason Stanley & Fadi Quran

Sep 3, 2020

Yale University professor Jason Stanley speaks with Michael Shure on The Conversation about the Trump administrations fascist politics. Avaaz Campaign Director Fadi Quran on the rise of Covid-19 misinformation on Facebook.

E131Eric Ohlsen & Dr. Wendy Osefo

Sep 9, 2020

Democrat strategist Dr. Wendy Osefo speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the presidential race and Joe Biden's outreach to progressives. Eric Ohlsen on why he needed to run for Mayor of Palmdale.

E132Joanne Bagshaw & Eddie Kim

Sep 10, 2020

Author Joanne Bagshaw speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about why it's important to understand feminism. Eddie Kim on how Save the Children became a conspiracy grift.

E133Solomon Rajput & Brandon Tucker

Sep 11, 2020

ACLU of Tennessee Policy Director Brandon Tucker speaks with Michael Shure on The Conversation about how free speech and protesters are being criminalized. Chair of Done Waiting Solomon Rajput on how his organization can help progressive campaigns across the U.S.

E134Shahid Buttar

Sep 14, 2020

CA-12 Congressional Candidate Shahid Buttar speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the disagreements between himself and his campaign staff.

E135Richard Ojeda & Aida Rodriguez

Sep 15, 2020

Retired Major Richard Ojeda speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the goals of No Dem Left Behind. Aida Rodriguez on how this year's Emmy nominations failed latinx actors.

E136Liz Garbus & Lisa Cortes

Sep 16, 2020

Liz Garbus and Lisa Cortes speak with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about their new movie All In: The Fight for Democracy.

E137Sasha Abramsky & Dr. Sweta Chakraborty

Sep 17, 2020

Nation Columnist Sasha Abramsky speaks with Mark Thompson on The Conversation about Trump's threat to democracy. Climate Change Expert Sweta Chakraborty on how to communicate the reality of the risks of climate change.

E138Ravi Patel

Sep 21, 2020

Actor Ravi Patel speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about his new docuseries.

E139Alex Gibney

Sep 22, 2020

Alex Gibney

E140Michael Waldman

Sep 23, 2020

Michael Waldman speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the battle over the Supreme Court vacancy.

E141Vijay Ravindran & Gina Torres

Sep 24, 2020

CEO of Floreo Vijay Ravindran speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about how virtual reality can help children on the autism spectrum. Actress Gina Torres on diversity in show business.

E142Jon Hoadley & Xander Schultz

Sep 25, 2020

State Representative Jon Hoadley speaks with Mark Thompson on The Conversation about his campaign for Michigan's 6th District. When We Band Together Cofounder Xander Schultz on how the Moria refugee camp is handling the recent fires.

E143David Becker & Greg Ellis

Sep 28, 2020

Actor, author, and host of the "The Respondent" Greg Ellis speaks with Michael Shure on The Conversation about why men are struggling emotionally during the COVID-19 pandemic. Center for Election Innovation & Research's David Becker on making a plan and voting early.

E144Michael Patrick Oristian & Pam Keith

Sep 29, 2020

Former Congressional Candidate Michael Patrick Oristian speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why he supports everything Trump does. FL-18 Congressional Nominee Pam Keith on the controversies surrounding her Republican opponent.

E145James Thompson & Tara Palmeri

Sep 30, 2020

Judicial candidate for KS-18 James Thompson speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his struggle with cancer and how he got on the ballet to be a judge. Investigative Reporter Tara Palmeri on her new podcast Broken: Seeking Justice.

E146Derek W. Black & Angelica Dueñas

Oct 1, 2020

Author of Schoolhouse Burning Derek W. Black speaks with Emma Vigeland on The Conversation about Betsy Devos' attack on America's public education system. Congressional Candidate Angelica Dueñas on why she can't be bought.

E147Lizz Winstead & Dan Sherrel

Oct 6, 2020

Abortion Access Front Founder Lizz Winstead speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about what will happen to abortion rights if Amy Coney Barrett is confirmed to the Supreme Court. #VoteTrumpOut Campaign Director Dan Sherrel on why the left should vote Trump out.

E148Patrick Nelson & Brian Stelter

Oct 7, 2020

State Senate Candidate Patrick Nelson speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why his vote could have a massive impact for citizens of New York. DCNN's Chief Media Correspondent Brian Stelter on his new book Hoax: Donald Trump, Fox News and the Dangerous Distortion of Truth.

E149Rick Wilson

Oct 8, 2020

Co-founder of the Lincoln Project Rick Wilson speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how to get conservatives to vote for Joe Biden.

E150Cathy Areu, John Hoffman, & Kahane Cooperman

Oct 12, 2020

Host of Liberal Sherpa podcast Cathy Areu speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about why young Cuban-Americans are against Trump. Filmmakers Kahane Cooperman and John Hoffman on their new movie The Antidote: Stories of Kindness and Decency in America.

E151Alex Sammon & Matt Mattern

Oct 13, 2020

American Prospect Staff Writer Alex Sammon speaks with Mark Thompson on The Conversation about how progressives took on the DCCC. Founder of Championing America Matt Mattern on why he left the Republican Party.

E152Kyle Bibby & Carlton Larson

Oct 14, 2020

National Campaigns Manager for Common Defense Kyle Bibby speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about the issues that matter to progressive veterans. Author and Professor Carlton Larson on his new book On Treason: A Citizen's Guide to the Law.

E153Othón Nolasco & Terrance Woodbury

Oct 15, 2020

Co-founder of No Us Without You Othón Nolasco speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about how to ensure undocumented families have enough food during the pandemic. Owner and Principal of Hit Strategies Terrance Woodbury speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about how to reach underrepresented groups of voters.

E154Farron Cousins & Mia Mason

Oct 19, 2020

Congressional Candidate Mia Mason speaks with Ryan Grim on The Conversation about why she is trying to turn MD-1 from red to blue. Ring of Honor Host Farron Cousins on which way Florida could go in the upcoming election.

E155Tom LoBianco & Kara Eastman

Oct 20, 2020

Congressional Candidate Kara Eastman speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about her race against Rep. Don Bacon. Political Correspondent for Business Insider Tom LoBianco on his new book Piety & Power: Mike Pence and the Taking of the White House.

E156Charlotte Swasey & Viviana Vigil

Oct 21, 2020

Political Commentator Viviana Vigil speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how Trump is gaining popularity with Latino men. Charlotte Swasey from Data for Progress on how things could go horribly wrong on November 3rd.

E157Jon Meacham

Oct 22, 2020

Author of The Soul of America Jon Meacham speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the long struggle between progressives and conservatives.

E158Kyle Kulinski & Dr. Merav Ben-David

Oct 26, 2020

Democrat for U.S. Senate Dr. Merav Ben-David speaks with Mark Thompson on The Conversation about her science-based campaign. Host of Secular Talk Kyle Kulinski speaks on where progressive grassroots energy could be focused moving forward.

E159Mike Siegel & Josh Balk

Oct 27, 2020

Vice President of Farm Animal Protection Josh Balk speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the biggest problems farm animals face. Congressional Nominee for TX-10 Mike Siegel on why his race is so important for progressives.

E160Julie Oliver

Oct 28, 2020

Democratic Nominee in TX-25 Julie Oliver speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about running as a progressive in Texas.

E161Chris Boutté & Tim Ward

Oct 29, 2020

Host of the Rewired Soul Chris Boutté speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about why people should be skeptical about conspiracy theories. Co-author of Pro Truth Tim Ward on how truth is on the ballot this election season.

E162Joshua Kahn Russell

Nov 2, 2020

Joshua Kahn Russell speaks with Ana Kasparian on The Conversation about how to prevent the Trump administration from orchestrating a coup following the election.

E163Larry Lessig

Nov 9, 2020

Harvard Law Professor Larry Lessig speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about Trump's false accusations of voter fraud.

E164Keiajah “KJ” Brooks

Nov 10, 2020

Community Organizer and Activist Keiajah “KJ” Brooks speaks with Ana Kasparian on The Conversation about her viral speech at a police commissioners meeting.

E165Akela Lacy & Yaron Zilberman

Nov 11, 2020

Politics Reporter at the Intercept Akela Lacy speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how progressive Democrats won in the 2020 election. Director of the Valley of Tears Yaron Zilberman on his documentary that tells the story of the first three days of the Yom Kippur War.

E166Ryan Grim & Ken Klippenstein

Nov 12, 2020

The Intercept's Ryan Grim speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why President-elect Joe Biden chose Ron Klain to be his chief of staff. Reporter for The Nation Ken Klippenstein on how he trolled Richard Grenell on Twitter.

E167Eddie Kim & Dr. Cynthia Miller-Idriss

Nov 16, 2020

Author Dr Cynthia Miller-Idriss speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about understanding the rising extremism in America. Features Writer for Mel Eddie Kim on the effect of California's Prop 22 on gig workers.

E168Alex Sammon & Frederick Joseph

Nov 17, 2020

Staff Writer at the American Prospect Alex Sammon speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why centrist Democrats are blaming progressives for 2020 loses. Author and Marketer Frederick Joseph on his upcoming book The Black Friend.

E169Kali Holloway & Michael Hull

Nov 18, 2020

Director of the Make It Right Project Kali Holloway speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about psychological after effects of Trump's presidency. Filmmaker Michael Hull on his documentary about the Attica prison riots.

E170Stacey Henson & Barry Eidlin

Nov 19, 2020

Clinical Reviewer for the Recovery Village Stacey Henson speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about the effect of the election on Democrats vs. Republicans. Professor of Sociology at McGill University Barry Eidlin on where Trumpism is headed now that the election is over.

E171Zeke Stokes & Ankur Jain

Nov 23, 2020

Zeke Stokes speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about what Trump's refusal to concede says about America. Kairos HQ Co-founder and Co-CEO Ankur Jain on how his organization is working to fix the housing crisis.

E172David Pakman & Charles Coleman Jr.

Nov 24, 2020

Host of the David Pakman Show, David Pakman, speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the upcoming Biden's administration and his Spanish language news show. Charles Coleman Jr. on the police killing two black teenager in Brevard County, FL.

E173Eitan Prins-Trachtenberg, Hannah Taheri, Nikka Makhani, & Laura Flanders

Nov 25, 2020

Co-founders of The Ballot Project Eitan Prins-Trachtenberg, Hannah Taheri and Nikka Makhani speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how students in high school are getting out the vote in local election. Host of the Laura Flanders Show, Laura Flanders on how local people can make progressive priorities happen.

E174Lizz Winstead & Rashad Ritchie

Nov 30, 2020

Abortion AF Founder Lizz Winstead speaks with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about her new comedy special Corona Borealis. The Host of the Rashad Ritchey Show, Rashad Ritchie, on the upcoming elections in Georgia.

E175Joel Simon & Greg Palast

Dec 1, 2020

Executive Director for the Committee to Protect Journalists, Joel Simons, speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the global consequences of Trump's rhetoric towards the media. Investigative Reporter Greg Palast on tracking purged voters in Georgia.

E176Kandist Mallett & Walter Masterson

Dec 2, 2020

Journalist and Columnist Kandist Mallett speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why Biden is calling for a "United America". Actor and Content Creator Walter Masterson on his experiences interviewing Trump supporters.

E177Nia Miranda & Mark Titus

Dec 3, 2020

"Artivist" and businesswoman Nia Miranda speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about how art is the strongest form of change. Filmmaker Mark Titus on his new film The Wild.

E178Nsé Ufot & Justin Horwitz

Dec 7, 2020

New Georgia Project CEO Nsé Ufot speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about what to expect in the Georgia runoff election. Really American PAC Founder Justin Horwitz on his grassroots efforts in the Georgia runoff elections.

E179Brianna Wu & Gary Chambers Jr.

Dec 8, 2020

Rebellion PAC Executive Director Brianna Wu speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how the PAC's new ad speaks to working class Georgians. Publisher of the Rouge Collection Gary Chambers Jr. on his potential run for U.S. Congress.

E180Larry Lessig & Steve Hofstetter

Dec 9, 2020

Professor of Law at Harvard Larry Lessig speaks with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about why he's worried about state legislatures attempting to hand the election to Trump. Comedian Steve Hofstetter on comedy during quarantine.

E181Fritzi Horstman & Tom Bowmanspeak

Dec 10, 2020

Founder of the Compassion Prison Project Fritzi Horstman speaks with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about how trauma leads to incarceration. Author of What If Solving the Climate Crisis Was Simple Tom Bowman on how easy it is to solve climate change.

E182Saru Jayaraman & Tamara Toles O'Laughlin

Dec 14, 2020

President of One Fair Wage Saru Jayaraman speaks with Mark Thompson on The Conversation about how restaurant staff face increased hostility during Covid-19. North American Directory of 350.org Tamara Toles O'Laughlin on what trading water means for future generations.

E183Akela Lacy & Charles Coleman Jr.

Dec 15, 2020

Intercept Politics Reporter Akela Lacy speaks with Ryan Grim on The Conversation about the effort to end surprise hospital billing. Civil Rights Attorney Charles Coleman Jr. on how lawful black gun owners are treated unfairly in the U.S.

E184Ti-Hua Chang, Rebecca Roskill, & Willem Morris

Dec 16, 2020

TYT Investigative Reporter Ti-Hua Chang speaks with Michael Shure on The Conversation about the future of environmental justice under President Biden. Columbia DSA Organizers Willem Morrisa and Rebecca Roskill on why Columbia students are refusing to pay tuition.

E185Mustafa Tameez & Yannick Marshall

Dec 17, 2020

Democratic Strategist Mustafa Tameez speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about the Senate runoff races in Georgia. Professor of Africana Study at Knox College Yannick Marshall on how Obama called Defund the Police a 'snappy slogan'.

E186Patrice Amandla Sulton & Beth Bourdon

Dec 21, 2020

The Executive Director of the D.C. Justice Lab Patrice Amandla Sulton speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about the reforms needed to make our criminal justice system less brutal. FOIA Lawyer Beth Bourdon on what inspired her to help advance Ken Klippenstein's groundbreaking journalism.

E187David Sirota

Dec 22, 2020

Founder and Editor of the Daily Poster David Sirota speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about if Medicare for All should be forced to a floor vote.

E188Rev. William Barber & Rev. Dr. Liz Theoharis

Dec 23, 2020

Rev. William Barber and Rev. Dr. Liz Theoharis speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how to push president-elect Biden in the right direction to help the poor.

E189Ken Klippenstein

Dec 29, 2020

Reporter for The Nation Ken Klippenstein speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why the military is making soldiers pay for Covid-19 tests.

E190David Dayen

Dec 30, 2020

Executive Editor of the American Prospect David Dayen speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the latest updates on the Covid relief bill.

E191Farron Cousins & Dr. Rashad Richey

Dec 31, 2020

Host of Ring of Fire Farron Cousins speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about the fight for stimulus checks. Dr. Rashad Richey on the Georgia runoff elections.

E1Jonathan Larsen & Norman Solomon

Jan 4, 2021

Jonathan Larsen speaks with Ryan Grim on The Conversation about why Biden named a conservative Democrat as his Deputy Chief of Staff. Norman Solomon on how the left needs to challenge the Biden administration.

E2Brian Rice & Rebecca Kavanagh

Jan 5, 2021

Engineer and Developer Brian Rice speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about racism in lending and property development. Criminal Defense Attorney Rebecca Kavanagh on whether or not Trump can pardon himself.

E3Alexandra Rojas & Gary Chambers Jr.

Jan 6, 2021

Executive Director of Justice Democrats Alexandra Rojas speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about how she plans to get more progressives elected in 2022. Congressional Candidate Gary Chambers Jr. on why he's running to represent Louisiana's 2nd Congressional District.

E4Benjamin Dixon & Charles Coleman

Jan 7, 2021

Media Entrepreneur Benjamin Dixon speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about how lawmakers need to respond to the MAGA terrorist attacks. Civil Rights Attorney Charles Coleman Jr. on how police operate much differently based on the group of people they are dealing with.

E5Sasha Abramsky & K. Sabeel Rahman

Jan 11, 2021

Columnist for The Nation Sasha Abramsky speaks with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about what's next for the GOP. President of Demos K. Sabeel Rahman on how white supremacy lead to the attack on the U.S. capitol.

E6Angelo Carusone & Mateo Askaripour

Jan 12, 2021

President & CEO of Media Matters Angelo Carusone speaks with Nando Vila on The Conversation about Trump being banned from social media. Author Mateo Askaripour on his new novel Black Buck.

E7Shahid Buttar & Paul O'Brien

Jan 13, 2021

2020 Nancy Pelosi challenger Shahid Buttar speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about the condition of the American working class. Vice President of Oxfam America Paul O'Brien on the policy of poverty and income equality.

E8Andy Hale & Yu Gu

Jan 14, 2021

Civil Rights Attorney Andy Hale speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about wrongful convictions in the United States. Filmmaker Yu Gu on her film A Woman's Work: The NFL's Cheerleader Problem.

E9Pattie Gonia & Daniel Lee

Jan 19, 2021

Drag Queen Pattie Gonia speaks with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about intersectional environmentalism. Daniel Lee on why he's running for California State Senate.

E10Bayan Joonam & Marley Clements

Jan 20, 2021

Documentary filmmakers Marley Clements & Bayan Joonam speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about why they decided to make a film about QAnon.

E11Sheryl Ring & Sheldon Wilson

Jan 21, 2021

Tenants' Rights Attorney Sheryl Ring speaks with Jason Carter on The Conversation about eviction and the current housing crisis. Filmmaker Sheldon Wilson on his documentary Between Black and Blue.

E12Graeme Maxton, Dr. Bernice Maxton-Lee, & Adam Green

Jan 25, 2021

Authors Graeme Maxton & Dr. Bernice Maxton-Lee speak with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about the radical changes needed to solve climate change. PCCC co-founder Adam Green on how progressive theory wins close elections.

E13Mark Ranks & Brendan O'Connor

Jan 26, 2021

Author Mark Ranks speaks with Nando Vila on The Conversation about many Americans will spend time in poverty. Author Brendan O'Connor on how nativism fuels the far right.

E14Catharine Torress, Liam Gude, & Chris Stewart

Jan 27, 2021

Biden Jubilee 100 Student Debt Strikers Catharine Torress and Liam Gude speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about how college students can go debt strike to raise awareness about canceling federal college loans. CEO of Brightbeam Chris Stewart on how progressive cities are failing to educate underserved populations.

E15Akilah Cadet, Erin Feher, & Judith Browne Dianis

Jan 28, 2021

Akilah Cadet and Erin Feher speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about their their storytelling collaborative REP CO. Executive Director of The Advancement Project Judith Browne Dianis on how to achieve high impact policy change.

E16Elvina Nawaguna & Dave Levinthal

Feb 1, 2021

Deputy Editor for Business Insider Elvina Nawaguna speaks with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about what has happened in D.C. since the capital riots. Correspondent for Business Insider Dave Levinthal on what it was like to experience President Biden's inauguration firsthand.

E17Derrick Johnson

Feb 2, 2021

NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how the right wing has continually committed treason against the United States of America.

E18Alexander Sammon & Ryan Grim

Feb 3, 2021

American Prospect Staff Writer Alex Sammon speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the latest updates on GameStop's stock situation. Washington Bureau Chief for The Intercept Ryan Grim on #forcethevote.

E19Jennifer Farmer & Adjoa B. Asamoah

Feb 4, 2021

Author Jennifer Farmer speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about her new book First and Only: A Black Woman's Guide to Thriving at Work and In Life. Political Strategist Adjoa B. Asamoah on what it was like to mobilize African American voters.

E20Celina Caesar-Chavannes & Dr. Abdul El-Sayed

Feb 8, 2021

Author Celina Caesar-Chavannes speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about the experience of being a black woman in politics. Author Dr. Abdul El-Sayed on his new book Medicare for All: A Citizen's Guide.

E21Chuck Rocha & Zeke Stokes

Feb 9, 2021

Former Bernie Sanders Advisor Chuck Rocha speaks with Jonathan Larsen on The Conversation about how politicians are handling covid relief. Democratic Strategist Zeke Stokes on President Biden signing an executive order to repeal Trump's transgender military ban.

E22Ali Noorani & Licinio Miranda

Feb 10, 2021

Only In America host Ali Noorani speaks with Jonathan Larsen on The Conversation about President Biden's immigration reforms. Historian Licinio Miranda on the story of Francisco José do Nascimento.

E23Milton Allimadi

Feb 11, 2021

Black Star New CEO Milton Allimadi speaks with Ana Kasparian on The Conversation about the controversy around the recent election in Uganda.

E24John Nichols & Sabrina Malhi

Feb 15, 2021

National Affairs Correspondent for The Nation John Nichols speaks with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about Trump's second impeachment trial. Journalist Sabrina Malhi on farm workers protesting in India.

E25Frank Conniff & Tezlyn Figaro

Feb 17, 2021

Comedian Frank Conniff speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the impact of the progressive movement on President Biden's polices. Political Commentator Tezlyn Figaro on the current state of the Democratic Party.

E26David Dayen & Hassan El-Tayyab

Feb 18, 2021

Executive Editor for the American Prospect David Dayen speaks with Ryan Grim on The Conversation about why President Biden's Department of Justice isn't pursuing legal action against Betsy Devos. Lead Mideast Lobbyist for the The Friends Committee on National Legislation Hassan El-Tayyab on the remaining questions concerning Biden's plan to end the war in Yemen.

E27Dominick Izzo

Feb 22, 2021

Retired Police Officer & Radio Host Dominick Izzo speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why he no longer believes in QAnon.

E28Michael Patrick Oristian

Feb 23, 2021

Michael Patrick Oristian speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about if Trump will form a third party.

E29Lynn Tillman-Cherry & Marissa Hoechstetter

Feb 24, 2021

Chief Compliance Officer for Greenwood Lynn Tillman-Cherry speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about how black and latino communities have been underserved by traditional banks. Founder of Reform the Sex Crimes Unit Marissa Hoechstetter on how the Manhattan District Attorney's Office needs to be reformed.

E30Saru Jayaraman & Amanda Nguyen

Feb 25, 2021

One Fair Wage's Saru Jayaraman speaks with Ryan Grim on The Conversation about the fight for $15 minimum wage. Rise CEO & Founder Amanda Nguyen on why there has been an uptick in crime against the Asian American community.

E31Zeke Stokes & Taylor Masamitsu

Mar 1, 2021

Democratic Strategist Zeke Stokes speaks with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about recent LGBTQ policy developments. Creating for Justice CEO Taylor Masamitsu on how volunteers are creating for justice.

E32Ti-Hua Chang & Jeff Cohen

Mar 2, 2021

Ti-Hua Chang speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why hate crimes against Asians in the U.S. are on the rise. RootsAction's Jeff Cohen on the corporate conflicts of interest involving Neera Tanden.

E33Amanda Makki & David Johns

Mar 3, 2021

Republican Strategist and Attorney Amanda Makki speaks with Dr. Rashad Richey on The Conversation about her main takeaways from CPAC 2021. Executive Director of the National Black Justice Coalition David Johns on the misinformation surrounding the Equality Act.

E34Koa Beck & David Sirota

Mar 4, 2021

Author Koa Beck speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about how certain kinda of feminism became more acceptable than others. Journalist David Sirota on where things stand on increasing the federal minimum wage to $15 an hour.

E35Dave Levinthal & Amy Littlefield

Mar 8, 2021

Senior D.C. Correspondent for Insider Dave Levinthal speaks with Jonathan Larsen on The Conversation about his long conversation with the MyPillow guy, Mike Lindell. Journalist Amy Littlefield speaks with Jonathan Larsen on The Conversation about how access to abortion services has been severely limited during the pandemic.

E36Ben Jealous

Mar 9, 2021

President of People for the American Way Ben Jealous speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about protecting Biden nominees who are women of color.

E37Trey Radel & Ross Benes

Mar 10, 2021

Radio Show Host Trey Radel speaks with Dr. Rashad Richey on The Conversation about why he thinks the government should not force people to wear masks during a global pandemic. Author Ross Benes on how Nebraska came to be a Republican stronghold.

E38Harvey Kaye & Cristina Tzintzún Ramirez

Mar 11, 2021

Jolt Chief Strategy Officer Cristina Tzintzún Ramirez speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about why Texas has been so aggressively anti-science during the covid-19 pandemic. Harvey Kaye on Amazon workers union drive in Alabama.

E39Ed Martin

Mar 15, 2021

Ed Martin speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why he thinks the January 6th insurrection in D.C. was a "hoax".

E40Ti-Hua Chang

Mar 15, 2021

Ti-Hua Chang speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his outstanding work on climate change for TYT Investigates.

E41JT Wilde

Mar 16, 2021

JT Wilde speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his involvement with Qanon.

E42Charles Coleman & Lucas Kunce

Mar 18, 2021

Civil Rights Attorney Charles Coleman speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about what we can expect from the trial of the police officer who is charged with murdering George Floyd. U.S. Senate Candidate Lucas Kunce on why he's running as a progressive populist in Missouri.

E43Larry Lessig

Mar 22, 2021

Law Professor Larry Lessig speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the importance of the For the People Act.

E44Ken Klippenstein & Irene Jiang

Mar 23, 2021

Journalist Ken Klippenstein speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why people are attacking 5G cell phone towers. Insider Reporter Irene Jiang on if the Atlanta shootings were a hate crime against Asian-Americans, women or both.

E45Dominick Izzo

Mar 24, 2021

Retired Police Officer Dominick Izzo speaks with Dr. Rashad Richey on The Conversation about the criminal justice system and Black Lives Matter.

E46Tara Samples & Eddie Kim

Mar 25, 2021

Akron City Councilwoman Tara Samples speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about Nina Turner's campaign for Congress. Mel Features Writer Eddie Kim on the intersection between masculinity and violence.

E47David Johns & Dr. Cynthia Miller-Idriss

Mar 29, 2021

Author Dr. Cynthia Miller-Idriss speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about why racist extremism is rising in the U.S. Executive Director of the National Black Justice Coalition David Johns on Dr. Rachel Levine being the first openly transgender person to be confirmed by the U.S. Senate.

E48David Dayen & Marcia Brown

Mar 30, 2021

David Dayen and Marcia Brown speak with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why CNN went after the American Prospect for questioning one of their stories.

E49Park Cannon & Gerald Griggs

Mar 31, 2021

Georgia State Representative Park Cannon & her attorney Gerald Griggs speak with Dr. Richey on The Conversation about Rep. Cannon's arrest after knocking on the Governor's office door.

E50David Sirota

Apr 1, 2021

Journalist David Sirota speaks with Ryan Grim on The Conversation about the company that killed the $15 minimum wage.

E51Howie Hawkins

Apr 5, 2021

2020 Green Party Candidate Howie Hawkins speaks with Ryan Grim on The Conversation about how current voting rights legislation could affect third party campaigns.

E52Robert Greenwald & Faylita Hicks

Apr 5, 2021

President of Brave New Films Robert Greenwald speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about his new documentary Racially Charged: America's Misdemeanor Problem. Activist Faylita Hicks on how bouncing a $25 check changed her life.

E53Krystal Knight & Alex Sammon

Apr 6, 2021

Democratic Strategist Krystal Knight speaks with Ryan Grim on The Conversation about what it's going to take to make Washington DC a state. American Prospect Writer Alex Sammon on Amazon's the unique ability to shape the lives of Americans.

E54Hal Lambert

Apr 7, 2021

Hal Lambert speaks with Dr. Richey on The Conversation about if corporate America should stay out of politics.

E55Khalil Gibran Muhammad & Bridget Todd

Apr 8, 2021

Professor Khalil Gibran Muhammad speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about fairness and justice are not really present in America's criminal justice system. Communications Director for Ultraviolet Bridget Todd on how the Georgia voter suppression bill is based on disinformation.

E56Eric Ward & Kevin Chavous

Apr 12, 2021

Executive Director of Western States Center Eric Ward speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about the upcoming White Lives Matter protest at the Ohio Statehouse. Democratic Strategist Kevin Chavous on the latest developments in the trial of the police officer charged with murdering George Floyd.

E57Bryan Lanza

Apr 13, 2021

Republican Strategist Bryan Lanza speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his time in the Trump administration.

E58Michael Starr Hopkins & Yelena Dzhanova

Apr 14, 2021

Democratic Strategist Michael Starr Hopkins speaks with Dr. Rashad Richey on The Conversation about the shooting of Daunte Wright. Business Insider Reporter Yelena on why "accidental discharge" of weapons is not uncommon for police officers.

E59Mary Frances Berry & Abené Clayton

Apr 15, 2021

Guardian U.S. Reporter Abené Clayton speaks with David Shuster on The Conversation about gun violence in America. Professor Mary Frances Berry on the nomination of Kristen Clarke as Assistant Attorney General.

E60Camila DeChalus & Jackie Statum Allen

Apr 19, 2021

Insider Senior Reporter Camila DeChalus speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about how the Biden Administration and Congress are dealing with immigration. Grantmaking Director for the Bush Foundation Jackie Statum Allen on how the Bush Foundation is committed to closing the racial wealth gap.

E61Jamil Jaffer

Apr 20, 2021

National Security Institute Founder Jamil Jaffer speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the U.S. withdrawing troops from Afghanistan.

E62Trey Radel

Apr 21, 2021

Radio Host Trey Radel speaks with Dr. Rashad Richey on The Conversation about the need for police reform.

E63Jim Freeman & Roshni Nedungadi

Apr 26, 2021

Director of Social Movement Support Lab Jim Freeman speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about his new book Rich Thanks to Racism. Democratic Pollster Roshni Nedungadi on recent polling on discrimination in the AAPI community.

E64Cullen Hoback

Apr 27, 2021

Filmmaker Cullen Hoback speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his new series that investigates the truth behind Qanon, 'Q: Into the Storm'.

E65Scott Yenor

Apr 28, 2021

Author Scott Yenor speaks with Dr. Rashad Richey on The Conversation about feminism vs. traditional marriage.

E66Sydney Ghazarian & Thea Riofrancos

Apr 29, 2021

DSA Organizers Sydney Ghazarian and Thea Riofrancos speak with Ana Kasparian on The Conversation about the importance of the pro act.

E67Eliza Orlins & Scott Hechinger

May 3, 2021

Manhattan District Attorney Candidate Eliza Orlins speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about why she wants to change "prosecutorial industrial complex" in New York City. Lawyer and Activist Scott Hechinger on how his organization, Zealous, is making real change in communities of color.

E68Jon Meacham

May 4, 2021

Author and Podcast Host Jon Meacham speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how his new podcast "Fate of Fact" explores the origins of disinformation in U.S. politics.

E69Joe Collins III

May 5, 2021

CA-43 Congressional Candidate Joe Collins III speaks with Dr. Rashad Richey on The Conversation about why he's running against Maxine Waters.

E70Angelo Carusone & Dana Byespeak

May 6, 2021

Media Matters President and CEO Angelo Carusone speaks with David Shuster on The Conversation about the decision to keep Trump banned from Facebook. Tax March Campaign Director Dana Bye on the tax changes in President Biden's proposed infrastructure legislation.

E71Kim Snyder, Samantha Fuentes, & Cameron Kasky

May 10, 2021

"Us Kids" stars Samantha Fuentes and Cameron Kasky speak with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why they continue to advocate for comprehensive gun reform. "Us Kids" Director Kim Snyder speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about her new documentary that follows the survivors of the Parkland shooting.

E72Nina Turner & Odessa Kelly

May 11, 2021

OH-11 Congressional Candidate Nina Turner speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about some updates from her campaign. Justice Democrat Odessa Kelly on her campaign for Congress.

E73Canela López and Chris Stewart

May 12, 2021

Insider's Transgender Health Reporter Canela López speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about why violence towards transgender people is continuing to increase at an alarming rate. Host of the 8 Black Hands Podcast Chris Stewart on how critical race theory informs life in America.

E74Jennifer Farmer & Steven Reed

May 13, 2021

Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about how year-round community engagement can help ease tensions between citizens and the police. Nina Turner Campaign Advisor Jennifer Farmer on the recent attack ad that went after Nina Turner.

E75David Hogg & Diallo Brooks

May 17, 2021

Activist David Hogg speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the lessons he's learned in starting a social movement after the Parkland shooting. People for the American Way Senior Director Field Mobilization Diallo Brooks on the Department of Justice nomination of Kristen Clarke.

E76Dogan Uygur

May 18, 2021

"The Original Young Turk" Dogan Uygur speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why he decided to write a book about his life.

E77Saru Jayaraman & David Tafuri

May 19, 2021

Former Obama Policy Advisor David Tafuri speaks with Dr. Rashad Richey on The Conversation about the United State's role in ending the violence in Israel and Palestine. One Fair Wage President Saru Jayaraman on how it is still possible that the federal minimum wage for tipped workers is still so low.

E78John Haltiwanger & Andy Norman

May 20, 2021

Insider's Senior Politics Reporter John Haltiwanger speaks with David Shuster on The Conversation about how Biden's position on Israel is at odds with other Democrats. Author Andy Norman on his book Mental Immunity.

E79Rob Mackey & Erica Smith

May 24, 2021

Intercept Report Rob Mackey speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how the "Riot Squad" has been reporting on protests. Candidate Erica Smith on her campaign for U.S. Senate.

E80Randi Weingarten & Max Burns

May 25, 2021

Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how to go back to in-school learning. Daily Beast Columnist Max Burns on how to solve the problem of conservative democrats standing in the way of progressive legislation.

E81Akilah S. Wallace & Rawn James Jr.

May 26, 2021

Faith in Texas Executive Director Akilah S. Wallace speaks with Dr. Rashad Richey on The Conversation about the new legislation that will eliminate the need to have a license to carry a gun. Attorney and Author Rawn James Jr on whether or not President Biden should add seats to the U.S. Supreme Court.

E82Dr. Rashad Richey

May 27, 2021

Dr. Rashad Richey speaks with Ana Kasparian on The Conversation about the vision for his new show Indisputable.

E83Zakiya Sankara-Jabar & Anneliese Brune

Jun 2, 2021

Zakiya Sankara-Jabar speaks with Dr. Rashad Richey on The Conversation about the dangers black student face in America. Writer and Editor Anneliese Bruner looks back at the Tulsa Race Massacre.

E84Mustafa Tameez & Robin Bravender

Jun 3, 2021

Democratic Strategist Mustafa Tameez speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about how to train cops to change the culture inside police departments. Insider's Robin Bravender on how Trump could run for President and govern from jail.

E85David Fisher & Craig Greiwe

Jun 7, 2021

Author David Fisher speaks with David Shuster on The Conversation about why he wanted to write a thriller novel about partisan politics. Craig Greiwe on how Rise Together educates Los Angeles with billboard messages.

E86Gregg Daniel & Lizz Winstead

Jun 8, 2021

Actor Gregg Daniel speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about inclusion and diversity in acting. Abortion AF Founder Lizz Winstead on updates on the state of anti-abortion legislation.

E87Ken Klippenstein & Bryan Osorio

Jun 9, 2021

The Intercept's Ken Klippenstein speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about tax leaks, the press, and the Biden administration handle. CA-21 Congressional Candidate Bryan Osorio on why he's running for Congress.

E88Bo Shuff & Katie Canales

Jun 10, 2021

Executive Director of DC Vote Bo Shuff speaks with David Shuster on The Conversation about why DC should become the 51st state. Insider Tech Reporter Katie Canales on why Facebook decided to changes its rules about politicians and world leaders.

E89Nicole Brener-Schmitz & Brianna Westbrook

Jun 14, 2021

Democratic Strategist Nicole Brener-Schmitz speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why Joe Manchin continues to listen to big donors instead of his constituents. Downballot Progress Senior Advisor Brianna Westbrook on how to hold Kyrsten Sinema accountable.

E90Eric Ward & Tahanie Aboushi

Jun 15, 2021

Western States Executive Director Eric Ward speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why conservatives losing their minds over critical race theory. Candidate for Manhattan District Attorney Tahanie Aboushi on why she's running to reform how cases are prosecuted and respond to the root causes of crime.

E91Canela López & Tatenda Musapatike

Jun 16, 2021

Insider Transgender Health Reporter Canela López speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why Pride month should return to its activist roots. Tatenda Musapatike on why Facebook is imposing tougher restrictions on politicians.

E92Rafael Casal, Benjamin Turner, & Laura Packard

Jun 17, 2021

Health Care Voices Founder Laura Packard speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about why Republicans are continuing to attack Obamacare. Rafael Casal and Benjamin Turner on the new series Blindspotting.

E93Rev. Dr. Liz Theoharis, Rev. Dr. William Barber, & Larry Lessig

Jun 21, 2021

Rev. Dr. Liz Theoharis and Rev. Dr. William Barber speak with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the voting rights marches that are happen to call out Joe Manchin and Mitch McConnell. Harvard Law Professor Larry Lessig on the current state of voting rights legislation.

E94Jeff Ernsthausen & Amy Vilela

Jun 22, 2021

NV-1 Congressional Candidate Amy Vilela speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why she's challenging the incumbent Democrat in her district. ProPublica Data Reporter Jeff Ernsthausen on leaked IRS records that show how the rich avoid taxes.

E95Elizabeth Hira & Max Burns

Jun 23, 2021

Brennan Center Spitzer Fellow Elizabeth Hira speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about updates on the status of HR1. Daily Beast Political Columnist Max Burns on why Mitch McConnell plans to stonewall President Biden's judicial nominees if the Democrats lose the Senate.

E96Joel Burcat & John Bonifaz

Jun 24, 2021

Author Joel Burcat speaks with David Shuster on The Conversation about his new book Amid Rage. Free Speech for People Founder John Bonifaz on why Merrick Garland is backing Trump-era positions.

E97Kara Eastman & Wisdom Cole

Jun 29, 2021

Interim National Director for Youth & College Division at the NAACP Wisdom Cole speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how black borrowers are most impacted by student loan debt. We Have the People PAC Founder Kara Eastman on why she started political action committee to support progressive candidates.

E98Peter Coleman & Mike Rothschild

Jun 30, 2021

Lecturer and Author Peter Coleman speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about his new book The Way Out: How to Overcome Toxic Polarization. Mike Rothschild on his new book The Storm Is Upon Us: How Qanon Became a Movement, Cult, and Conspiracy Theory of Everything.

E99Baroness Beeban Kidron & Mia Bloom

Jul 1, 2021

5Rights Foundation Baroness Beeban Kidron speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about how the twisted toy campaign highlights online predatory practices. Author Mia Bloom on her book Pastels and Pedophiles: Inside the Mind of QAnon.

E100Sharon Lerner & Ryan Barber

Jul 6, 2021

Intercept Investigative Reporter Sharon Lerner speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about pesticide companies' toxic influence on the EPA. Justice Correspondent for Insider Ryan Barberon how Trump's Bookkeeper could take him down.

E101Chris Hansen & Anthony L. Fisher

Jul 7, 2021

Haitian President Jovenel Moïse is assassinated at his home in Port-au-Prince. Australia’s largest city locks down for a third week. Scientists estimate Canada’s latest heat wave caused the deaths of one billion seashore animals. Iceland’s four day work week trial produces successful results. A new book reveals Trump told General John Kelly, “Hitler did a lot of good things.”

E102Pedro Andrade & Varun Nikore

Jul 8, 2021

Journalist and Host Pedro Andrade speaks with David Shuster on The Conversation about his new Show Unknown Amazon. AAPI Victory Fund President Varun Nikore son Andrew Yang's run for Mayor of New York City.

E103Chris Larson & Jonathan Metzl

Jul 12, 2021

State Senator Chris Larson speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why he's running to for the U.S. Senate. Jonathan Metzl on how gun violence is raging out of control in the U.S.

E104Josh Bernstein

Jul 13, 2021

TV Talk Show Host Josh Bernstein speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the 2020 election.

E105JD Scholten & Kimberly Leonard

Jul 14, 2021

JD Scholten speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his new PAC ruralvote.org. Kimberly Leonard on why lawmakers are going on privately-funded expensive trips.

E106Amy Wilentz & Sonia Kennebeck

Jul 15, 2021

Author Amy Wilentz speaks with David Shuster on The Conversation about why she feels Haiti has been abandoned by the media, the U.S. and the world. Filmmaker Sonia Kennebeck on her new documentary Enemies of the State.

E107Mustafa Tameez & Jamil Jaffer

Jul 19, 2021

Democratic Strategist Mustafa Tameez speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about if teaching empathy when training police can make a help make communities safer. National Security Institute Executive Director Jamil Jaffer speaks on leaked documents that reveal Russian authorities thought Donald Trump could destabilize the U.S.

E108Jonathan Rapping & B.C. Silver

Jul 20, 2021

Author Jonathan Rapping speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about his new book Gideon's Promise. ChangeFi CEO B.C. Silver speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about how his company is providing financial solutions to underserved communities.

E109Megan Kimble & Shahid Buttar

Jul 21, 2021

Megan Kimble speaks with Ryan Grim on The Conversation about how highway removal affects cities. Nancy Pelosi's Challenger Shahid Buttar on why he's running against the current Speaker of the House again.

E110Charles Coleman Jr., Liam Kerr, & Lauren Harper

Jul 22, 2021

Civil Rights Attorney Charles Coleman Jr. speaks with David Shuster on The Conversation about why Texas no longer requires the Ku Klux Klan to be taught as "morally wrong". Liam Kerr and Lauren Harper on how the welcome party encourages Republicans to join with moderate Democrats.

E111Lucas Wentworth & Kristin Urquiza

Jul 26, 2021

Drug harm reduction advocate Lucas Wentworth speaks with David Shuster on The Conversation about why the 911 good samaritan low should pass. Marked by Covid Co-founder Kristin Urquiza on how to help people become more informed about COVID-19.

E112Chuck Marino & Laura Packard

Jul 27, 2021

Chuck Marino speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why so many different kinds of people are now buying guns. Health Care Voices Founder Laura Packard on Big Tech's role in the spread fo covid misinformation.

E113Kenya Evelyn & Kadia Tubman

Jul 28, 2021

Insider Voices of Color Editor Kenya Evelyn speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about what the Milwaukee Bucks winning the NBA Championship means to the city and its communities. Insider Senior News Editor Kadia Tubman on why conservative lawmakers are refusing to reimpose mask mandates.

E114Lala Wu & Peter Mougey

Jul 29, 2021

Sister District Executive Director Lala Wu speaks with David Shuster on The Conversation about Democrats fighting for voting rights in Texas. Attorney Peter Mougey on the massive opioid settlement that could help local drug education and treatment programs.

E115Dave Weigel

Jul 30, 2021

Washington Post reporter Dave Weigel joins Cenk Uygur to discuss the mainstream media's unfair coverage of progressives, including Nina Turner and her congressional campaign.

Anthony Fisher & Tom Bowman

E116Anthony Fisher & Tom Bowman

Aug 2, 2021

Insider Politics Columnist Anthony Fisher speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the rise in "Blue Lives Matter" laws across the country that make almost any light offense to a police officer a hate crime. Author Tom Bowman on how the climate crisis could be solved in a very simple way.

Peter Montoya & John Haltiwanger

E117Peter Montoya & John Haltiwanger

Aug 3, 2021

Peter Montoya, author of "The Second Civil War", debates Cenk Uygur over political divisiveness, and whether or not both sides could ever get along. Insider's Senior Politics Reporter John Haltiwanger discusses the latest updates on the January 6th committee hearings, and the media's obsession with bipartisanship.

Chris Stewart, Esosa Ighodaro-Johnson, & Regina Gwynn

E118Chris Stewart, Esosa Ighodaro-Johnson, & Regina Gwynn

Aug 4, 2021

Chris Stewart, host of the 8 Black Hands podcast, joins to discuss how the anti-CRT will shape schools, communities, and school boards. Esosa Ighodaro-Johnson and Regina Gwynn, co-founders of Black Women Talk Tech, join to highlight the upcoming Roadmap to Billions conference.

Aaron Withe & Dave Levinthal

E119Aaron Withe & Dave Levinthal

Aug 5, 2021

David Shuster hosts. Freedom Foundation CEO joins to debate over whether or not schools should impose mask mandates or vaccine requirements. Dave Levinthal, Deputy Washington Bureau Chief for Insider, reveals the lawmakers who are in hot water for unlawful stock trading.

Max Burns & Joseph Zeballos-Roig

E120Max Burns & Joseph Zeballos-Roig

Aug 9, 2021

Daily Beast Political Columnist Max Burns highlights how establishment Democrats are more excited about Obama's upcoming birthday party than passing progressive policies. Insider Economic Policy Reporter Joseph Zeballos-Roig goes over the timeline of the eviction moratorium.

Dr. Sweta Chakraborty & Amanda Litman

E121Dr. Sweta Chakraborty & Amanda Litman

Aug 10, 2021

Climate Expert Dr. Sweta Chakraborty breaks down the latest IPCC report on climate change. Run For Something Co-Founder Amanda Litman talks about how her organization supports progressive, first-time political candidates running for office.

Aaron Wysocki

E122Aaron Wysocki

Aug 11, 2021

Ana Kasparian speaks with TYT Content Distribution Director Aaron Wysocki about his firsthand experience at the infamous Woodstock 99 music festival.

Aubrey Clayton & David Lindorff

E123Aubrey Clayton & David Lindorff

Aug 12, 2021

David Shuster hosts. Author Aubrey Clayton highlights the problems with modern statistics. Investigative Reporter David Lindorff shares his findings on how close rising sea levels are to coastal landfills, and how water contamination is a real possibility.

Kellie Copeland & Emily Jones

E124Kellie Copeland & Emily Jones

Aug 16, 2021

Adrienne Lawrence hosts. Kellie Copeland; Executive Director of NARAL Pro-Choice Ohio; discusses the threats to Roe v Wade across the United States. Emily Jones, United Methodist Women Executive Director for Racial Justice, breaks down the potential threats students will be facing as they return to in person schooling.

John Haltiwanger & Jake Lahut

E125John Haltiwanger & Jake Lahut

Aug 17, 2021

Insider's Senior Politics Reporter John Haltiwanger breaks down Biden's speech on America's withdrawl from Afghanistan. Insider Politics Reporter Jake Lahut discusses the potential future of New York politics after Andrew Cuomo.

David Feldman

E126David Feldman

Aug 18, 2021

Cenk Uygur speaks to comedy writer David Feldman about his career, latest projects, and the end of his relationship with Jimmy Dore.

Anna Medaris-Miller & Chuck Rocha

E127Anna Medaris-Miller & Chuck Rocha

Aug 19, 2021

David Shuster hosts. Insider's Senior Health Reporter Anna Medaris-Miller discusses the misinformation around pregnant women getting Covid vaccines. Democratic strategist Chuck Rocha breaks down why leaving Afghanistan is a progressive issue.

Arash Azizzada & Erica Smith

E128Arash Azizzada & Erica Smith

Aug 23, 2021

Cenk Uygur hosts. Arash Azizzada from Afghans for a Better Tomorrow lays out what America and NATO allies should do about the refugee crisis in Afghanistan. US Senate candidate Erica Smith discuss her exciting campaign to knock on doors of Trump voters.

Camila DeChalus & Richard Ojeda

E129Camila DeChalus & Richard Ojeda

Aug 24, 2021

Cenk Uygur hosts. Senior Insider Reporter Camila DeChalus talks about possible ethical concerns from Biden appointees. Former WV State Senator Richard Ojeda returns for a fiery discussion on how the US has handled the crisis in Afghanistan.

Stephen Nobel Smith & Getro Elize

E130Stephen Nobel Smith & Getro Elize

Aug 25, 2021

Cenk Uygur hosts. WV Can't Wait co-chair Stephen Smith breaks down the key to getting rid of Joe Manchin. CA 36th Assembly District Candidate Getro Elize discusses why his district votes Republican and how he plans to change that.

Dr. Jillian Gregg & Hastie Afkhami

E131Dr. Jillian Gregg & Hastie Afkhami

Aug 26, 2021

David Shuster hosts. OSU Instructor Dr. Jillian Gregg reveals details of the 2021 Climate Emergency report. Digital political strategist Hastie Afkhami discusses Twitter allowing the Taliban to stay on their platform.

Jay Ponti & Morgan Harper

E132Jay Ponti & Morgan Harper

Aug 30, 2021

Cenk Uygur hosts. Organizer Jay Ponti gives a hopeful message on the 10th anniversary of Occupy Wall Street. US Senate Candidate Morgan Harper lays out how progressives can win and flip Ohio blue.

Michael Starr Hopkins & Andy Hirschfeld

E133Michael Starr Hopkins & Andy Hirschfeld

Aug 31, 2021

Cenk Uygur hosts. Democratic strategist Michael Starr Hopkins breaks down who's to blame for America's poorly planned exit from Afghanistan. Investigative reporter Andy Hirschfeld shares his finding on Rep. Steny Hoyer's major conflicts of interest regarding the eviction moratorium.

Dave Levinthal & Natalie Shure

E134Dave Levinthal & Natalie Shure

Sep 1, 2021

Adrienne Lawrence hosts: Deputy Washington Bureau Chief for Insider Dave Levinthal talks about what happens next in Afghanistan after the US' withdrawal. The New Republic columnist Natalie Shure discusses how pro war advocates use feminism as an excuse to stay in Afghanistan.

Ricardo Valadez & Sam Levin

E135Ricardo Valadez & Sam Levin

Sep 2, 2021

David Shuster hosts. Private Equity Campaigns Manager for Americans for Financial Reform Ricardo Valadez joins to discuss the path of devastation that private equity causes wherever it goes. Guardian US Correspondent Sam Levin shares his story of a small California town's hunt for a non-existent ""Antifa bus"".

Thom Hartmann

E136Thom Hartmann

Sep 8, 2021

Cenk Uygur talks with host and author Thom Hartmann on the racist roots of America's healthcare system.

Lizz Winstead & Lala Wu

E137Lizz Winstead & Lala Wu

Sep 9, 2021

Adrienne Lawrence hosts. Daily Show Co-Creator and Abortion Access Front Founder Lizz Winstead breaks down the terrifying ramifications of the Texas abortion ban. Sister District Executive Director Lala Wu maps out what led to Texas' abortion ban, and lays out how her organization is working with state legislatures to combat it.

Duvalier Malone & Michael Stinziano

E138Duvalier Malone & Michael Stinziano

Sep 13, 2021

Cenk Uygur hosts. Author Duvalier Malone joins to discuss a disturbing trend in Louisiana of brutal police violence. Franklin County Auditor Michael Stinziano shares his findings on racial bias in the home appraisal process.

Ken Klippenstein & K. Bain

E139Ken Klippenstein & K. Bain

Sep 14, 2021

Cenk Uygur hosts. Intercept reporter Ken Klippenstein gives updates on reports of the Taliban seizing biometric equipment and data from the US Military. Community Capacity Development Founder K.Bain shares how his crime intervention program stopped shootings for an entire year.

Keith Boykin, Maggie VandenBerghe, & Daniel McCarthy

E140Keith Boykin, Maggie VandenBerghe, & Daniel McCarthy

Sep 15, 2021

Cenk Uygur hosts. ""Race Against Time: The Politics of a Darkening America"" author Keith Boykin speaks on white fragility in a changing America. Arizona Patriot Party members Maggie VandenBerghe and Daniel McCarthy get into a heated debate with Cenk over vaccine mandates.

Tiffany Muller & Angelo Carusone

E141Tiffany Muller & Angelo Carusone

Sep 16, 2021

David Shuster hosts. End Citizens United President Tiffany Muller joins to talk about the latest compromise voting rights bill. Media Matters for America President Angelo Carusone talks about how Youtube has left up videos promoting Ivermectin on their website.

McKayla Wilkes & Adam Eichen

E142McKayla Wilkes & Adam Eichen

Sep 20, 2021

Cenk Uygur hosts. MD-05 Congressional Candidate McKayla Wilkes joins to discuss her progressive campaign to unseat corporate Democrat Steny Hoyer. Equal Citizens Executive Director Adam Eichen gives his predictions on the future of the For The People Act.

Lt. Col. Sargis Sangari, Kay Whitlock, & Nancy Heitzeg

E143Lt. Col. Sargis Sangari, Kay Whitlock, & Nancy Heitzeg

Sep 21, 2021

Cenk Uygur hosts. Cenk gets into a heated debate over the US' withdrawal from Afghanistan with Lt. Col. Sargis Sangari, the CEO of Near East Center for Strategic Engagement.

Dr. Cornel West

E144Dr. Cornel West

Sep 22, 2021

Senator Nina Turner sits down with the one and only Dr. Cornel West to discuss the treatment of Haitian migrants at the border, and the history of racist persecution that led America to this point in history.

Chuck Marino & Laura Packard

E145Chuck Marino & Laura Packard

Sep 23, 2021

Adrienne Lawrence hosts. Sentinel Security Solutions CEO Chuck Marino joins to discuss the Larry Nassar senate hearings, and to break down how to prevent the abuse of young athletes in the future. Heath Care Voices Founder Laura Packard highlights some of the Democrats who are fighting against lowering prescription drug prices, and lays out what you can do to stop it.

Joe Rubin & Gabriel Acevero

E146Joe Rubin & Gabriel Acevero

Sep 27, 2021

Cenk Uygur hosts. Investigative reporter Joe Rubin gives an inside look into Donald Trump Jr's role in a controversal South Carolina real estate development deal. Maryland State Delagate Gabriel Acevero joins to discuss his efforts to stop the school to prison pipeline by removing police officers from schools.

Katharine Hayhoe & Max Burns

E147Katharine Hayhoe & Max Burns

Sep 28, 2021

Cenk Uygur hosts. ""Saving Us"" author and Nature Conservancy Chief Scientist Katharine Hayhoe shares her optimism regarding Republicans supporting climate change legislation. Daily Beast Political Columnist Max Burns joins to discuss the centrist Democrats standing in the way of the $3.5 Trillion spending bill.

Jeremy Corbyn

E148Jeremy Corbyn

Sep 29, 2021

Senator Nina Turner speaks with former Labour Party leader Jeremy Corbyn about his Peace and Justice Project, and his efforts to achieve economic justice and equality across Britain and around the world.

Mayor Steven Reed & John Bacon

E149Mayor Steven Reed & John Bacon

Sep 30, 2021

David Shuster hosts. Montgomery Alabama Mayor Steven Reed discusses vaccine hesitancy in his state which leads the US in Covid-19 death rates. New York Times bestselling author John Bacon shares how he took the worst high school hockey team in the country to one of the best.

Bobby Azarian & Jose Vasquez

E150Bobby Azarian & Jose Vasquez

Oct 4, 2021

Cenk Uygur hosts. Cognitive Neuroscientist Bobby Azarian discusses how Trump Supporters could lead America to a societal collapse. A shocking poll also shows that Trump supporters want to secede from the Union. Jose Vasquez, the executive director of Common Defense, speaks on the organization's work on the Freedom to Vote Act.

TBA

E151TBA

Oct 5, 2021

Cenk Uygur hosts. Intersectional Health Educator Justine Ang Fonte discusses the proper way to talk to your children about sex. Intercept reporter, Micah Lee, talks a recent investigation into right wing healthcare providers making millions off of Hydroxychloroquine and Ivermectin.

Bill McKibben & David Sirota

E152Bill McKibben & David Sirota

Oct 6, 2021

Senator Nina Turner hosts. Legendary climate activist Bill McKibben joins to discuss his new organization, Third Act. Third Act is an organization that focused on getting older generations involved in progressive change, during their 'third act' of life. Independent media icon and 2020 Bernie speechwriter David Sirota joins and discusses his new Netflix show 'Don't Look Up'.

Manisha Krishnan & Jesse Schoolnik

E153Manisha Krishnan & Jesse Schoolnik

Oct 7, 2021

Adrienne Lawrence hosts. Manisha Krishnan, Senior Editor at VICE News joins to discuss her recent reporting on the increase in accidental overdoses. Jesse Schoolnik, from Vernon-Rockville Connecticut speaks on his mayoral race.

Matt Ferner & Melody Schreiber

E154Matt Ferner & Melody Schreiber

Oct 11, 2021

Cenk Uygur hosts. Matt Ferner, Safer Cities Senior Analyst joins and discusses how voters are growing tired of the fear-mongering around crime. Along with that crime is down across the United States. Melody Schreiber joins and breaks down Alabama's plans to use Covid relief funds to finance prison-building spree.

Michael Cohen

E155Michael Cohen

Oct 12, 2021

Cenk Uygur hosts. Trump's former lawyer joins and weighs in on Trump's recently exposed DC hotel failure. He also discusses the behind the scene of how he ended up in jail.

Krystal Ball

E156Krystal Ball

Oct 13, 2021

Senator Nina Turner hosts. The iconic Krystal Ball joins to discuss why independent media is so important in the progressive movement.

Sean Paul Reyes & Brittany Ramos DeBarros

E157Sean Paul Reyes & Brittany Ramos DeBarros

Oct 14, 2021

David Shuster hosts. Sean Paul Reyes, a Government Accountability & Transparency Advocate joins to discuss how he is holding police accountable. Progressive candidate Brittany Ramos DeBarros talks about her congressional race for NY-11.

Jacob Helberg & Dr. William Halal

E158Jacob Helberg & Dr. William Halal

Oct 18, 2021

Cenk Uygur hosts. Jacob Helberg joins and talks about the data war the US could potentially face. Dr. William Halal joins to discuss societies' reliance on the internet and social media.

Erin Bishop, Erin Blackford, & Jonathan Larsen

E159Erin Bishop, Erin Blackford, & Jonathan Larsen

Oct 19, 2021

WolfPAC volunteers Erin Bishop and Erin Blackford reflect on the 10 year anniversary of WolfPAC. TYT Investigates Managing Editor Jonathan Larsen shares the latest on his series on the infamous Fellowship Foundation.

Dr. James Zogby

E160Dr. James Zogby

Oct 20, 2021

Senator Nina Turner interviews Arab American Institute President Dr. James Zogby about his experiences with being involved in Arab American Politics, including his work on Rev. Jesse Jackson's campaign.

Sweta Chakraborty & Jeremy Greene

E161Sweta Chakraborty & Jeremy Greene

Oct 21, 2021

Adrienne Lawrence hosts today's episode of The Conversation. Climate change expert and President of 'We Don't Have Time' Sweta Chakraborty, joins to discuss the real and very personal threat of climate change. Later, School Psychologist Jeremy Greene joins to talk about the mental health of students this year.

Jonathan Ahmadi & Glenn Martin

E162Jonathan Ahmadi & Glenn Martin

Oct 25, 2021

Adrienne Lawrence hosts. CA State Assembly District 38 candidate Jonathan Ahmadi joins to talk about his campaign. Advocate Glenn Martin joins to talk about his harrowing experience in Rikers Island and why it needs to close.

Nelini Stamp & India Walton

E163Nelini Stamp & India Walton

Oct 26, 2021

Cenk Uygur Hosts. Working Family Party's Director of Strategy and Partnerships Nelini Stamp joins to share how they work with and support progressive candidates running for office. Buffalo Mayoral candidate India Walton talks about her campaign and her threat to the Democratic establishment.

Ryan Grim

E164Ryan Grim

Oct 27, 2021

Senator Nina Turner sits down with The Intercept's D.C. Bureau Chief Ryan Grim to break down exactly how we need to tax billionaires.

Grace Panetta & Thomas Meyer

E165Grace Panetta & Thomas Meyer

Oct 28, 2021

David Shuster hosts. Insider Senior Politics Reporter Grace Panetta talks about the potential future of filibuster reform and voting rights legislation. National Organizing Manager of Food & Water Watch Thomas Meyer joins to lay out everything Biden should be doing to combat climate change.

LaDoris Hazzard Cordell & Ben Winck

E166LaDoris Hazzard Cordell & Ben Winck

Nov 1, 2021

Cenk Uygur Hosts. Judge LaDoris Hazzard Cordell joins to discuss her opinions on judicial independence. Insider Economy Reporter Ben Winck explains the link between the current housing crisis and labor shortages.

David Sirota & Jonathan Larsen

E167David Sirota & Jonathan Larsen

Nov 2, 2021

Cenk Uygur hosts. Daily Poster founder David Sirota joins to discuss progressives caving on the Reconciliation Bill. TYT Investigates Managing Editor Jonathan Larsen gives updates on TYT's ongoing series on the Fellowship Foundation.

Noam Chomsky

E168Noam Chomsky

Nov 3, 2021

Sen. Nina Turner interviews the one and only Noam Chomsky. They discuss the future of the world with climate change and the young activists working hard to fight it.

Kaz Firpo & Danny Goldberg

E169Kaz Firpo & Danny Goldberg

Nov 4, 2021

David Shuster hosts. Award-winning director Kaz Firpo joins to discuss his latest project ""Signals | Plastics Must Die"". Author Danny Goldberg talks about the generation of celebrities who spoke out against Trump.

Lawrence Lessig

E170Lawrence Lessig

Nov 8, 2021

Cenk Uygur interviews Harvard Law Professor Lawrence Lessig about the dangers behind Facebook's AI and how it spreads hate speech.

Ben Jealous & the family of Martin Luther King Jr.

E171Ben Jealous & the family of Martin Luther King Jr.

Nov 10, 2021

Senator Nina Turner is joined by People for the American Way President Ben Jealous and Martin Luther King Jr's family, including son Martin Luther King III, his wife Arndrea Waters King, and their daughter Yolanda Renee King. They discuss the importance of activism in the fight for voting rights for all Americans.

Dr. Daniel Gade & David Pepper

E172Dr. Daniel Gade & David Pepper

Nov 11, 2021

David Shuster hosts. Dr. Daniel Gade joins to discuss his book ""Wounding Warriors"" and how disability benefits can potentially hurt injured veterans. David Pepper joins to discuss how corruption in politics starts on the state level.

Jamaal Bowman

E173Jamaal Bowman

Nov 15, 2021

Cenk Uygur sits down with Congressman Jamaal Bowman to discuss why he voted no on the Bipartisan Infrastructure Framework.

Eric K Ward & Corey Brettschneider

E174Eric K Ward & Corey Brettschneider

Nov 16, 2021

Cenk Uygur hosts. Executive Director of the Western States Center and senior fellow with the Southern Poverty Law Center Eric K Ward discusses the threat of authoritarianism in the Republican Party. Brown University Professor Corey Brettschneider talks about the debate over and the history of religious freedoms in America.

Tim Black

E175Tim Black

Nov 17, 2021

Sen. Nina Turner speaks with Tim Black, host of the Tim Black Show, about the progressive movement and why it needs to get behind reparations.

Sheryl Ring & Keisha Blain

E176Sheryl Ring & Keisha Blain

Nov 18, 2021

Adrienne Lawrence hosts. Civil Rights and Consumer Law Lawyer attorney Sheryl Ring joins to share the anti-trans discrimination she's experienced in the courtroom as a trans woman. Award-winning historian and author Keisha Blain joins to discuss her latest book ""UNTIL I AM FREE: Fannie Lou Hamer's Enduring Message to America"".

Michael Levitin & Ben Winck

E177Michael Levitin & Ben Winck

Nov 22, 2021

Cenk Uygur hosts. Journalist, professor and author of the new book, Generation Occupy: Reawakening American Democracy Michael Levitin joins to discuss how Occupy Wall Street has influenced politics over the last 10 years. Insider's economy reporter Ben Winck talks through what will happen if the debt ceiling is not raised.

Jonathan Larsen & Mike Ortega

E178Jonathan Larsen & Mike Ortega

Nov 23, 2021

Cenk Uygur hosts. TYT Investigates Managing Editor Jonathan Larsen joins to share the latest in his ongoing investigation of the National Prayer Breakfast, including Chick-fil-a's connection to The Family. CA-46 congressional candidate Mike Ortega discusses his campaign against a corporate Democrat incumbent.

Yvette Simpson

E179Yvette Simpson

Nov 24, 2021

Senator Nina Turner speaks with Democracy for America CEO Yvette Simpson about racial inequity in America, and how the country is divided into two unequal parts.

John Bonifaz

E180John Bonifaz

Nov 30, 2021

David Shuster hosts. Co-founder and President of Free Speech For People talks about why he believes Attorney General Merrick Garland should resign.

Dr. Darrick Hamilton

E181Dr. Darrick Hamilton

Dec 1, 2021

Sen. Nina Turner hosts. Dr. Darrick Hamilton, Henry Cohen Professor of Economics and Urban Policy, and Founding Director of the Institute on Race, Power and Political Economy at The New School, joins to discuss economic justice and stratification economics.

Kevin Strickland & Bruna Sollod

E182Kevin Strickland & Bruna Sollod

Dec 2, 2021

Adrienne Lawrence hosts. Civil Rights and Wrongful Conviction Attorney joins to talk about the case of Kevin Strickland and his wrongful conviction. Senior Communications and Political Director Bruna Sollod joins to discuss the state of play on immigration reform.

Joe Walsh

E183Joe Walsh

Dec 6, 2021

Cenk Uygur hosts. Joe Walsh, conservative and host of the ""White Flag with Joe Walsh"" podcast, talks about how much the Republican party has changed since Trump was elected.

Terrance Woodbury, Sonja Sohn, and Jeremy Eldgridge

E184Terrance Woodbury, Sonja Sohn, and Jeremy Eldgridge

Dec 7, 2021

Cenk Uygur hosts. HIT Strategies CEO joins to discuss what focus groups have revealed about Democrats messaging with black voters. Director Sonja Sohn and lawyer Jeremy Eldgridge discuss the true story behind the new HBO documentary ""The Slow Hustle"".

Charles Coleman Jr.

E185Charles Coleman Jr.

Dec 8, 2021

Sen. Nina Turner hosts. Civil Rights Attorney Charles Coleman Jr. joins to discuss what the fight for civil rights looks like in the 21st century.

Michael Sainato & Uriel Epshtein

E186Michael Sainato & Uriel Epshtein

Dec 13, 2021

Jonathan Larsen hosts. Guardian Journalist Michael Sainato joins to discuss the end of the pause for student loan repayments. Executive Director of Renew Democracy initiative Uriel Epshtein joins to talk about the rise in authoritarianism around the world.

Casey Michel & Joe Sanberg

E187Casey Michel & Joe Sanberg

Dec 14, 2021

Cenk Uygur hosts. Author Casey Michel joins to discuss his book ""American Kleptocracy: How the U.S. Created the World's Greatest Money Laundering Scheme in History"". Business leader, entrepreneur, and anti-poverty advocate Joe Sanberg shares why he is funding the effort to raise California's minimum wage to $18/hour.

Danny Glover

E188Danny Glover

Dec 15, 2021

Senator Nina Turner sits down in conversation with actor and activist Danny Glover to talk about his upbringing, his activism, gentrification, and reparations.

Gaby Goldstein & Cynthia Mendes

E189Gaby Goldstein & Cynthia Mendes

Dec 16, 2021

Adrienne Lawrence hosts. Sister District Co-Founder Gaby Goldstein discusses the importance of state legislators in regards to protecting abortion rights. RI State Senator Cynthia Mendes explains why she's sleeping outside of the RI statehouse.

Ron Perlman

E190Ron Perlman

Dec 20, 2021

Award-winning actor Ron Perlman joins to discuss his new film ""Don't Look Up"".

India Walton & Charles Marino

E191India Walton & Charles Marino

Dec 21, 2021

Cenk Uygur hosts. Former Buffalo mayoral candidate India Walton reflects on her campaign and the controversy that surrounded the election. Sentinel Security Solutions CEO Charles Marino joins to discuss the recent Tik Tok challenge that encouraged students to bring guns to school.

Rob Richardson

E192Rob Richardson

Dec 22, 2021

Sen. Nina Turner hosts. Disrupt Art founder Rob Richardson shares how he uses NFTs to empower black and brown artists around the world.

Brittany Ramos DeBarros & Wayne Hsiung

E193Brittany Ramos DeBarros & Wayne Hsiung

Dec 23, 2021

David Schuster hosts. Brittany Ramos DeBarros joins to discuss her candidacy for NY-11. Wayne Hsiung shares his rescuing of a goat, that has landed him in a legal battle.

Maxwell Alejandro Frost & David Tafuri

E194Maxwell Alejandro Frost & David Tafuri

Dec 28, 2021

David Shuster hosts. FL-10 Congressional candidate Maxwell Alejandro Frost talks about his campaign and the possibility of him becoming the youngest member of congress. Former Obama campaign advisor David Tafuri joins to discuss Putin's pressure on the Ukraine border.

Gary Chambers Jr.

E195Gary Chambers Jr.

Dec 29, 2021

Sen. Nina Turner hosts. Gary Chambers Jr sits down with Sen. Nina Turner to talk about his activism, his past congressional campaign, and his school board speech that went viral.

Radley Balko & Imani Oakley

E196Radley Balko & Imani Oakley

Dec 30, 2021

Adrienne Lawrence hosts. Washington Post Columnist Radley Balko joins to discuss tensions in the Little Rock Police Department over their black police chief. Progressive congressional candidate for NJ-10 Imani Oakley joins to discuss her campaign.

Dr. Robert Bishop & Ryan Grim

E1Dr. Robert Bishop & Ryan Grim

33m

Jan 4, 2022

Cenk Uygur hosts. Dr. Robert Bishop discusses his idea of ""less than lethal"" methods of conflict. Ryan Grim answers Cenk's questions about why DC journalists still support Hillary Clinton, and why Pramila Jayapal thinks the BBB fail should be considered a success.

Marianne Williamson

E2Marianne Williamson

26m

Jan 5, 2022

Sen. Nina Turner hosts. Author, activist, and spiritual leader Marianne Williamson joins to reflect on her presidential campaign, and shares her thoughts on how to resolve the world's most pressing issues.

Ron Fein & Lizz Winstead

E3Ron Fein & Lizz Winstead

24m

Jan 6, 2022

Adrienne Lawrence hosts. Free Speech for People Legal Director Ron Fein joins to break down what section 3 of the 14th amendment means for capitol rioters trying to run for office in 2022. Abortion Access Front Founder Lizz Winstead joins to comment on the fear that healthcare providers are experiencing due to abortion restrictions around the country.

Rev. Stephen Green & Lourin Hubbard

E4Rev. Stephen Green & Lourin Hubbard

28m

Jan 10, 2022

Cenk Uygur hosts. Rev. Stephen Green joins to discuss why he is hunger striking for voting rights. CA-21 Congressional Candidate Lourin Hubbard joins to talk about his campaign to replace Devin Nunes' vacant seat.

Corbin Trent & Eric Ward

E5Corbin Trent & Eric Ward

29m

Jan 11, 2022

Cenk Uygur hosts. No Excuses Pac founder Corbin Trent joins to discuss his recent comments criticizing President Biden. Executive Director of the Western States Center and senior fellow with the Southern Poverty Law Center Eric Ward returns to discuss how the Republican party is moving toward fascism.

Svante Myrick

E6Svante Myrick

25m

Jan 12, 2022

Sen. Nina Turner hosts. People For the American Way Executive Director Svante Myrick joins to talk about the work of PFAW and the fight for voting rights.

Brian Klaas & Jason Call

E7Brian Klaas & Jason Call

24m

Jan 13, 2022

David Shuster host. Author Brian Klaas joins to talk about his latest book ""Corruptible: Who Gets the Power and How It Changes Us"" and how psychopaths gain power throughout the world. WA-02 Congressional candidate Jason Call joins to discuss progressive challenge to Rep. Rick Larsen.

Pastor Michael McBride, Kelley Fisher, & Anthony Barnes

E8Pastor Michael McBride, Kelley Fisher, & Anthony Barnes

24m

Jan 18, 2022

Adrienne Lawrence. Founder and executive director of LIVE FREE USA Pastor Michael McBride breaks down the consequences of ""tough on crime"" policies. Teachers Kelley Fisher and Anthony Barnes explain the severity of school staffing shortages around the country.

Dr. Julianne Malveaux

E9Dr. Julianne Malveaux

24m

Jan 19, 2022

Sen. Nina Turner hosts. Economist, Author, and Dean of the College of Ethnic Studies at Cal State LA Dr. Julianne Malveaux breaks down the importance of voting rights and how American democracy is broken.

John Moody & Tiffany Muller

E10John Moody & Tiffany Muller

24m

Jan 20, 2022

David Shuster hosts. Author and former Fox News Executive Vice President John Moody joins to discuss his novel "Of Course They Knew, Of Course, They..." and the intentions of the Chinese government. End Citizens United President Tiffany Muller joins to talk about the latest on voting rights.

Jayar Jackson & Max Burns

E11Jayar Jackson & Max Burns

27m

Jan 24, 2022

Cenk Uygur hosts. TYT Host and Executive Producer Jayar Jackson talks about his new show ""The Watchlist"". Daily Beast Columnist and Democratic Strategist Max Burns joins to answer questions about the status of the talking filibuster.

Laura Coates & Naomi Peña

E12Laura Coates & Naomi Peña

24m

Jan 25, 2022

Adrienne Lawrence host. CNN Legal Analyst and Author Laura Coates talks about her new book ""Just Pursuit"". Literacy Academy Collective Co-Founder Naomi Peña joins to talk about her efforts to start a school geared towards dyslexic learners.

Nina Turner

E13Nina Turner

25m

Jan 26, 2022

Cenk Uygur hosts. Sen. Nina Turner announces her run for congress in 2022.

Jessica Mason & Alencia Johnson

E14Jessica Mason & Alencia Johnson

24m

Jan 27, 2022

David Shuster hosts. TX-30 Congressional Candidate Jessica Mason joins to discuss her policy proposals and the issues impacting her district the most. Democratic Strategist Alencia Johnson breaks down how the richest billionaires doubled their wealth during the pandemic.

Amy Vilela

E15Amy Vilela

24m

Jan 28, 2022

Sen. Nina Turner hosts. NV-1 congressional candidate Amy Vilela shares her heartbreaking story of the loss of her daughter, and how it inspired her to run for congress.

Anna Simmonton, Shani Robinson, & Matt Ford

E16Anna Simmonton, Shani Robinson, & Matt Ford

24m

Jan 31, 2022

Adrienne Lawrence hosts. Appeal Journalist Anna Simmonton and Education Advocate Shani Robinson talk about the overcriminalization of educators for cheating on standardized tests. New Republic writer Matt Ford joins to discuss the retirement of Justice Stephen Breyer.

David Sirota & Walker Bragman

E17David Sirota & Walker Bragman

33m

Feb 1, 2022

Cenk Uygur hosts. Founder of the Daily Poster David Sirota joins to discuss the corporatist interests of the Supreme Court. Daily Poster's Walker Bragman joins to talk about California's failed single payer healthcare effort due to corporate influence.

Camila DeChalus & Kina Collins

E18Camila DeChalus & Kina Collins

23m

Feb 2, 2022

Adrienne Lawrence hosts. Business Insider Senior Reporter Camila DeChalus joins to discuss whether or not Trump will run in 2024. IL-07 Congressional Candidate and Gun Violence Prevention Advocate Kina Collins joins to talk about her plan to combat gun crime.

Chuck Rocha & Jacob Ward

E19Chuck Rocha & Jacob Ward

24m

Feb 3, 2022

David Shuster hosts. Nuestro Podcast host Chuck Rocha joins to break down how Texas' voting restrictions are already negatively affecting the disenfranchised. NBC News Technology Correspondent Jacob Ward discusses his new book "The Loop: How Technology is Creating a World without Choices and How to Fight Back."

Rep. Ro Khanna

E20Rep. Ro Khanna

26m

Feb 7, 2022

Cenk Uygur hosts. Cenk sits down with Rep. Ro Khanna to talk about Sen. Manchin, Build Back Better, and his new book ""Dignity in the Digital Age"".

Heath Druzin

E21Heath Druzin

27m

Feb 8, 2022

Cenk Uygur. "Extremely American" podcast host and journalist Heath Druzin shares his experiences being embedded with the far-right group Oathkeepers.

LaTosha Brown

E22LaTosha Brown

24m

Feb 9, 2022

Adrienne Lawrence host. LaTosha Brown joins to talk about voter suppression happening around the country.

Lindsay Singleton & Amanda Starbuck

E23Lindsay Singleton & Amanda Starbuck

23m

Feb 10, 2022

David Shuster hosts. Rokk Solutions Managing Director Lindsay Singleton talks about what's next for Spotify after the Joe Rogan controversies. Food & Water Watch Research Director Amanda Starbuck joins to highlight some of the most egregious corporate profiteering that's happened during the pandemic.

Ryan Grim

E24Ryan Grim

30m

Feb 14, 2022

Cenk Uygur hosts. The Intercept's D.C. Bureau Chief Ryan Grim joins to discuss the past, present, and potential future failures of the Democratic Party.

Thearse McCalmon & Alleen Brown

E25Thearse McCalmon & Alleen Brown

24m

Feb 16, 2022

Adrienne Lawrence hosts. Democratic candidate for New York's 46th District State Senate Thearse McCalmon joins to discuss her run for her newly redrawn district. Alleen Brown from The Intercept talks about the devastating impacts that climate change has on incarcerated people.

Tom Nelson & Rev. Dr. Stephany Rose Spaulding

E26Tom Nelson & Rev. Dr. Stephany Rose Spaulding

23m

Feb 17, 2022

David Shuster hosts. US Senate Candidate Tom Nelson joins to talk about why he is the progressive choice in the race for Sen. Ron Johnson's seat. Chicago Southside native Rev. Dr. Stephany Rose Spaulding discusses her congressional campaign to replace Rep. Bobby Rush in Illinois.

Jessica Burbank & Peter Mathews

E27Jessica Burbank & Peter Mathews

25m

Feb 21, 2022

Cenk Uygur hosts. Analyst & Content Creator Jessica Burbank joins to talk about being censored on Tiktok over her critiques of the government. Professor of Political Science and International Relations and congressional candidate Peter Mathews talks about his run and his goal of getting money out of politics.

E28Cristina Tzintzún Ramirez & Kyla Frank

28m

Feb 22, 2022

Cenk Uygur hosts. NextGen America Executive Director Cristina Tzintzún Ramirez talks about how her organization is getting young people to vote through dating apps. National Student Organizing Manager Kyla Frank discusses her hunger strike for voting rights.

E29Jahkil Jackson, Tiffany Muller, & Greg Casar

24m

Feb 23, 2022

Adrienne Lawrence hosts. Actor, athlete, and very young philanthropist Jahkil Jackson talks about his charity efforts. End Citizens United President Tiffany Muller and TX-35 Congressional Candidate Greg Casar joins to talk about the restrictive new voting laws in Texas and around the country.

E30Jason Steinhauer & Donna Imam

24m

Feb 24, 2022

"History, Disrupted" author and Wilson Center Global Fellow Jason Steinhauer joins to discuss his book and how the internet has changed history. TX-37 Congressional Candidate Donna Imam talks about her specific solutions for her district.

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Cenk Uygur sits down for quick but substantive interviews with political and cultural thought leaders from around the US and the world. Expect to see politicians from both sides of the aisle, media personalities, actors, directors, and more.

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