Episode 756 | Amazon made $11.2 Billion in profits in 2018 and will be paying $0 in taxes. I PAY MORE IN TAXES THAN AMAZON. You likely do as well. Let's discuss how they are extracting this obscene amount of wealth from our society but not contributing anything to its maintenance or development. Chick Fil-a is promising -- again -- to stop being bigots. Popeye's got em shook. But if they would just stop being homophobes, I'd much rather eat their chicken. Dave Rubin -- the resident token Gay of ...
Nov 19, 2019•26 min
Episode 755 Neal Carter of Nu View Consulting joined me to cover all of the day's news including Colin Kaepernick's workout for the NFL that went sideways. I start the show off with a discussion on Medicare for All and the new Gallup poll that states that 34 million Americans have lost a family member because of the lack of medical coverage. MedicareForAll is a TANGIBLE! Neal and I discussed Kanye West and his problematic pulpit profiteering. Finally, we jumped into a conversation about Joe Bide...
Nov 18, 2019•48 min
Episode 754 Deval Patrick has already messed up. He thinks we need to be more humble when it comes to Medicare for All. The impeachment proceedings aren't exciting enough for America? Well, that's part of the reason we got Trump in the first place. Dave Rubin has always been a bootlicker, but now he's given Donald Trump, Jr. permission to call him the F-word. Check out this 11-year-old who sounds more like a 60-year-old steelworker when it comes to fried chicken. ROFL And finally, Conservatives ...
Nov 15, 2019•31 min
Episode 753 Former Massachusetts governor, Deval Patrick, has entered the presidential race. After serving as governor, Patrick went to work for Bain Capital -- yes, that Bain Capital. I like Patrick on a personal level -- but politically speaking, Patrick represents the last generation of Democrats who bought into the notion that whatever was good for business was good for America. Not only is this untrue, but this thinking is exactly what this generation (not based on age, but based on everyon...
Nov 14, 2019•34 min
Episode 752 | I had a chance to sit with my good friend, @Mediastudied, at a coffee shop to discuss politics and some religion. We covered the politics and possibilities of Trump's impeachment, how Stephen Miller could be both Jewish and a White Nationalist, Ben Shapiro's evolution, and rebellion against our parents. See you tomorrow!
Nov 13, 2019•46 min
Episode 751 | Polling data shows that Bernie Sanders is in third place in the first four primaries/caucuses. Biden has a commanding lead still despite clearly being the worst pick imaginable. Democrats have a problem. They cannot win without the Black vote OVERPERFORMING. Yet, Black voters have not been motivated to overperform since Obama. So the problem is, White voters are extremely divided and a majority still support Donald Trump. So Dems should be pouring everything into getting the Black ...
Nov 12, 2019•34 min
Episode 750 | Donald Trump and the Republican Party have been consistently throwing millions of dollars into getting the Black vote. They won't win the Black vote. But if they can convince just enough voters of something that isn't particularly untrue -- that the Democrats aren't doing anything for us -- then it may be enough to give them victory in 2020. Finally, the military coup in Bolivia is the next step in a global right-wing movement that is unified around religious fundamentalism, capita...
Nov 11, 2019•30 min
Episode 749 | Michael Bloomberg enters the presidential race, and he is the last hope for the monied-interests in the Democratic Party. But it is too little too late. This generation of Americans understands the game and we're giving the middle finger to BILLIONAIRES. Tulsi Gabbard returns to the premiere white supremacist media platform, Breitbart. This time, her visit was to fearmonger over "open borders." I've got a lot of voicemails with great questions and great comments. Have a great weeke...
Nov 08, 2019•39 min
Episode 748 Ayanna Pressley has endorsed Elizabeth Warren along with 100 Black women organizes, activists, and influencers. Let's discuss. When it comes to how radical Americans can be, the wealthy should take Bernie Sanders up on his rather considerate offer. Finally, the best response to Republican treachery is a movement big enough that they couldn't possibly deny it.
Nov 07, 2019•29 min
Episode 747 Democrats win big last night, but what's next? Will this new batch of Dems be prepared to take on Republicans and actually do something to help society? Or will they triangulate? Kamala Harris announced a plan that would make schools equipped to keep children until 6 PM. The idea is meant to assist working parents. Here's a better idea: Let's shorten the workday. Finally, I just think we are doing civilization all wrong. There are better ways of organizing society, and it starts with...
Nov 06, 2019•28 min
Episode 746 | Mayor Pete has a problem in the Black community and it's not homophobia. The Amazing Atheist and Kyle Kulinski have issues with identity politics. But they clearly see the problem with the way America treats their identity. Finally, capitalism just sucks.
Nov 05, 2019•28 min
I've said this since 2015. I know for certain that Black organizers have said this since then as well. In fact, former Black, Sanders staffers said this while working on the campaign in 2016. Bernie has both the ability to authentically connect with Black voters of all backgrounds, but he isn't connecting with Black voters of all backgrounds. Yes, he does well with Black millennials and Black Zoomers. But he needs to connect with Generation X, Boomers, the Black church and the politically apathe...
Nov 04, 2019•39 min
Episode 744 | Evangelist Paula White made her entire career on the back of the Black church. Now, she's serving as spiritual cover for Donald Trump -- at the expense of the Black church. Special guest, Adriel Hampton, discusses his primetime clash with Facebook over false political advertising and how he is challenging them head-on. Voicemails!
Nov 01, 2019•30 min
Joe Manchin is a turncoat, backstabbing Judas who said he'd would NOT vote for Bernie Sanders if its Sanders versus Trump. Let's discuss. Barack Obama speaks about "wokeness" and basically civility. He's mostly wrong. Let's discuss. Finally, the vote for the impeachment inquiry took place today. Two Democrats voted against it. Time to get these JUDASES out of the paint.
Oct 31, 2019•27 min
Episode 742 | Bernie is up in the polls. He's pulling 1% from Joe Biden while Tulsi Gabbard is now at 5% and pulling that from Biden's 9% drop. Let's discuss. Also, Kirk Franklin is a gospel artist who has decided to boycott a Christian awards show and television network. Here's the thing -- the problems he's calling out have been there all along. Let's discuss!
Oct 29, 2019•32 min
Episode 741 | Bernie answered a difficult question over the weekend. Here's why his answer was both correct and insufficient. Donald Trump managed to get Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi and BOOED on the same day. Finally, Kanye West is the lastest false-prophet of White Supremacy sent to the Black community to keep us focused on the hereafter while they collect checks in the here-and-now.
Oct 28, 2019•50 min
Episode 740 | Facebook will begin curating news articles from "trusted" publishers including The New York Times, LA Times, and... {checks notes}...Breitbart??? Let's discuss how we need to operate under the notion that Zuckerberg is just a conservative tech-bro who is fine with White, male supremacy because... BREITBART is a TRUSTED source??!? Tulsi Gabbard went on Fox News and pandered Donald Trump's talking points helping to insulate him from impeachment. Time to call a spade a spade -- and Tu...
Oct 25, 2019•36 min
Episode 739 Folks -- I've got to call a spade a spade: Tulsi is increasing her grift and it is directly affecting the campaign of the one candidate running on a progressive platform -- Sanders. The New York Times has corrected its original reporting claiming Clinton called Tulsi a "Russian Asset." I've got the audio that shows this is not what Clinton said. More importantly than that, I need everyone to see how easily Tulsi and her Republican supporters are using everyone's hatred of Hillary Cli...
Oct 23, 2019•25 min
Episode 738 | Mark Zuckerberg is a unique threat to democracy -- not just America -- but the entire experiment of democracy. Here is why. "Good people will fight if we lead them." - A few quick thoughts about "good people" who need to fight as viciously for justice as other people are fighting against justice. Finally, Mayor Pete. Please.
Oct 22, 2019•28 min
Episode 737 | There was never a moment that I doubted whether AOC was going to endorse Bernie Sanders. Let's discuss! Let me be clear: Tusli is cannibalizing Bernie support. Period. Finally, let's talk about the practical steps we need to take for victory.
Oct 21, 2019•32 min
Special edition. I couldn't wait until Monday to chime in. A lot of thoughts. I hope you have time over the weekend to digest and to respond. Have a blessed weekend. -Ben
Oct 19, 2019•38 min
Episode 735 | So this episode is going to be extremely long. SORRY! But the callers had so many great questions that I decided to give as full answers as I possibly can. The topics that we covered were: Turkey and the Kurds Bernie 2020 -- how to beat Biden China American Empire and a Progressive Foreign Policy. Sorry for the delay! I'm preparing for my wife's surprise 40th birthday party. Have a great weekend!...
Oct 18, 2019•48 min
Episode 734 | We woke this morning to the news that Baltimore congressman Elijah Cummings had passed away at the age of 68. Let's discuss one of his most powerful speeches defending the children being caged at the border. AOC and Ilhan Omar both endorsed Bernie, but now people are acting like these endorsements don't matter? How Sway? Finally, I want to refine for you my fundamental position on almost all issues: Human suffering. This is what drives me to oppose the MIC and American imperialism....
Oct 17, 2019•30 min
Episode 733 | Big night last night. Let's do a quick recap of the highs and lows of the evening. Then, we'll discuss the endorsements that broke the internet! I discuss Bill O'reilly's apparent "come to Socialist Jesus" moment from yesterday evening. Finally, I have to revisit the conversation on China from yesterday. Love and Respect, - Ben
Oct 16, 2019•39 min
Episode 732 | Is John Bolton one of the whistleblowers? Could it be that the most blood-thirsty person on the planet did a decent thing on his way out? Will this lead to liberals embracing another monster from the Bush administration? Mark Zuckerberg had a meeting with conservatives to compare notes about conservatism and social media. None of these tech companies are allies. Finally, a long discussion on Lebron James and his "fumble" (yes, I know that's football) on the issue of China and why t...
Oct 15, 2019•35 min
Episode 731 | Another Phone Call Friday! Thanks to all the callers. We discussed Elizabeth Warren's environmental justice plan, how we can actively get Biden out of here, President Obama's legacy, and my upcoming book! Have a great weekend everyone!
Oct 11, 2019•26 min
Episode 730 | Turkish officials confirm over 100 Kurdish fighters have been killed. Some images released show civil deaths -- even the deaths of children as young as six. All of this because Trump didn't understand or care about the magnitude of his responsibility. Now the real question is what will the rest of American leadership do about this? Tweet? Ellen tries to censor a video criticizing her decision to stand in class solidarity with George W. Bush despite his war crimes. Finally, Bernie i...
Oct 10, 2019•24 min
Episode 729 | This is a FULLLLLL episode. First, a quick update on everything happening in Northern Syria since Donald Trump betrayed our Kurdish allies. Things have gotten wild. Second, Joshua Brown was a key witness in the conviction of Amber Guyger. He was shot dead last week. Now authorities are saying this is the result of a "weed" drug deal gone bad and that three men drove from Louisiana to buy weed from Brown. I call bullshit. Third, my friends over at Status Coup got amazing audio of Tr...
Oct 08, 2019•36 min
Episode 728 -- today is an extremely sad day. Trump has betrayed our Kurdish allies in the fight against ISIS and left them to be attacked by his despotic buddy, Recep Erdogan. Let's discuss.
Oct 07, 2019•26 min
Episode 727 | Phone Call Fridays. Four voicemails from our listeners including one guy who hates my show so much he regularly goes back to listen to our Election Night coverage just so he can relive our anguish. HAHAHAHA. That is hilariously sad on so many levels. But the other callers were great! They asked questions about impeachment, why are some progressives afraid of impeachment, and the last caller asked about whether Bernie supporters should consider a backup plan. Have a great weekend an...
Oct 04, 2019•25 min
