The Conversation – Season 3
Episodes
Jonathan Larsen & Norman Solomon
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.
Brian Rice & Rebecca Kavanagh
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.
Alexandra Rojas & Gary Chambers Jr.
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.
Benjamin Dixon & Charles Coleman
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.
Sasha Abramsky & K. Sabeel Rahman
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.
Angelo Carusone & Mateo Askaripour
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.
Shahid Buttar & Paul O'Brien
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.
Andy Hale & Yu Gu
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.
Pattie Gonia & Daniel Lee
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.
Bayan Joonam & Marley Clements
Documentary filmmakers Marley Clements & Bayan Joonam speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about why they decided to make a film about QAnon.
Sheryl Ring & Sheldon Wilson
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.
Graeme Maxton, Dr. Bernice Maxton-Lee, & Adam Green
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.
Mark Ranks & Brendan O'Connor
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.
Catharine Torress, Liam Gude, & Chris Stewart
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.
Akilah Cadet, Erin Feher, & Judith Browne Dianis
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.
Elvina Nawaguna & Dave Levinthal
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.
Derrick Johnson
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.
Alexander Sammon & Ryan Grim
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.
Jennifer Farmer & Adjoa B. Asamoah
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.
Celina Caesar-Chavannes & Dr. Abdul El-Sayed
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.
Chuck Rocha & Zeke Stokes
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.
Ali Noorani & Licinio Miranda
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.
Milton Allimadi
Black Star New CEO Milton Allimadi speaks with Ana Kasparian on The Conversation about the controversy around the recent election in Uganda.
John Nichols & Sabrina Malhi
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.
Frank Conniff & Tezlyn Figaro
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.
David Dayen & Hassan El-Tayyab
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.
Dominick Izzo
Retired Police Officer & Radio Host Dominick Izzo speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why he no longer believes in QAnon.
Michael Patrick Oristian
Michael Patrick Oristian speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about if Trump will form a third party.
Lynn Tillman-Cherry & Marissa Hoechstetter
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.
Saru Jayaraman & Amanda Nguyen
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.
Zeke Stokes & Taylor Masamitsu
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.
Ti-Hua Chang & Jeff Cohen
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.
Amanda Makki & David Johns
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.
Koa Beck & David Sirota
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.
Dave Levinthal & Amy Littlefield
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.
Ben Jealous
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.
Trey Radel & Ross Benes
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.
Harvey Kaye & Cristina Tzintzún Ramirez
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.
Ed Martin
Ed Martin speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why he thinks the January 6th insurrection in D.C. was a "hoax".
Ti-Hua Chang
Ti-Hua Chang speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his outstanding work on climate change for TYT Investigates.
JT Wilde
JT Wilde speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his involvement with Qanon.
Charles Coleman & Lucas Kunce
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.
Larry Lessig
Law Professor Larry Lessig speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the importance of the For the People Act.
Ken Klippenstein & Irene Jiang
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.
Dominick Izzo
Retired Police Officer Dominick Izzo speaks with Dr. Rashad Richey on The Conversation about the criminal justice system and Black Lives Matter.
Tara Samples & Eddie Kim
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.
David Johns & Dr. Cynthia Miller-Idriss
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.
David Dayen & Marcia Brown
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.
Park Cannon & Gerald Griggs
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.
David Sirota
Journalist David Sirota speaks with Ryan Grim on The Conversation about the company that killed the $15 minimum wage.
Howie Hawkins
2020 Green Party Candidate Howie Hawkins speaks with Ryan Grim on The Conversation about how current voting rights legislation could affect third party campaigns.
Robert Greenwald & Faylita Hicks
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.
Krystal Knight & Alex Sammon
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.
Hal Lambert
Hal Lambert speaks with Dr. Richey on The Conversation about if corporate America should stay out of politics.
Khalil Gibran Muhammad & Bridget Todd
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.
Eric Ward & Kevin Chavous
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.
Bryan Lanza
Republican Strategist Bryan Lanza speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his time in the Trump administration.
Michael Starr Hopkins & Yelena Dzhanova
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.
Mary Frances Berry & Abené Clayton
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.
Camila DeChalus & Jackie Statum Allen
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.
Jamil Jaffer
National Security Institute Founder Jamil Jaffer speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the U.S. withdrawing troops from Afghanistan.
Trey Radel
Radio Host Trey Radel speaks with Dr. Rashad Richey on The Conversation about the need for police reform.
Jim Freeman & Roshni Nedungadi
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.
Cullen Hoback
Filmmaker Cullen Hoback speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his new series that investigates the truth behind Qanon, 'Q: Into the Storm'.
Scott Yenor
Author Scott Yenor speaks with Dr. Rashad Richey on The Conversation about feminism vs. traditional marriage.
Sydney Ghazarian & Thea Riofrancos
DSA Organizers Sydney Ghazarian and Thea Riofrancos speak with Ana Kasparian on The Conversation about the importance of the pro act.
Eliza Orlins & Scott Hechinger
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.
Jon Meacham
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.
Joe Collins III
CA-43 Congressional Candidate Joe Collins III speaks with Dr. Rashad Richey on The Conversation about why he's running against Maxine Waters.
Angelo Carusone & Dana Byespeak
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.
Kim Snyder, Samantha Fuentes, & Cameron Kasky
"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.
Nina Turner & Odessa Kelly
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.
Canela López and Chris Stewart
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.
Jennifer Farmer & Steven Reed
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.
David Hogg & Diallo Brooks
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.
Dogan Uygur
"The Original Young Turk" Dogan Uygur speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why he decided to write a book about his life.
Saru Jayaraman & David Tafuri
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.
John Haltiwanger & Andy Norman
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.
Rob Mackey & Erica Smith
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.
Randi Weingarten & Max Burns
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.
Akilah S. Wallace & Rawn James Jr.
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.
Dr. Rashad Richey
Dr. Rashad Richey speaks with Ana Kasparian on The Conversation about the vision for his new show Indisputable.
Zakiya Sankara-Jabar & Anneliese Brune
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.
Mustafa Tameez & Robin Bravender
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.
David Fisher & Craig Greiwe
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.
Gregg Daniel & Lizz Winstead
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.
Ken Klippenstein & Bryan Osorio
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.
Bo Shuff & Katie Canales
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.
Nicole Brener-Schmitz & Brianna Westbrook
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.
Eric Ward & Tahanie Aboushi
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.
Canela López & Tatenda Musapatike
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.
Rafael Casal, Benjamin Turner, & Laura Packard
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.
Rev. Dr. Liz Theoharis, Rev. Dr. William Barber, & Larry Lessig
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.
Jeff Ernsthausen & Amy Vilela
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.
Elizabeth Hira & Max Burns
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.
Joel Burcat & John Bonifaz
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.
Kara Eastman & Wisdom Cole
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.
Peter Coleman & Mike Rothschild
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.
Baroness Beeban Kidron & Mia Bloom
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.
Sharon Lerner & Ryan Barber
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.
Chris Hansen & Anthony L. Fisher
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.”
Pedro Andrade & Varun Nikore
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.
Chris Larson & Jonathan Metzl
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.
Josh Bernstein
TV Talk Show Host Josh Bernstein speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the 2020 election.
JD Scholten & Kimberly Leonard
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.
Amy Wilentz & Sonia Kennebeck
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.
Mustafa Tameez & Jamil Jaffer
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.
Jonathan Rapping & B.C. Silver
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.
Megan Kimble & Shahid Buttar
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.
Charles Coleman Jr., Liam Kerr, & Lauren Harper
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.
Lucas Wentworth & Kristin Urquiza
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.
Chuck Marino & Laura Packard
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.
Kenya Evelyn & Kadia Tubman
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.
Lala Wu & Peter Mougey
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.
Dave Weigel
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Cenk Uygur talks with host and author Thom Hartmann on the racist roots of America's healthcare system.
Lizz Winstead & Lala Wu
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
Cenk Uygur sits down with Congressman Jamaal Bowman to discuss why he voted no on the Bipartisan Infrastructure Framework.
Eric K Ward & Corey Brettschneider
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
Award-winning actor Ron Perlman joins to discuss his new film ""Don't Look Up"".
India Walton & Charles Marino
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
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
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
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.
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
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.