It's an encore presentation of my October 2018 interview with Helen O'Donnell, the author of Launching LBJ, based on the journals and tapes of her father, the late Kenny O'Donnell, chief of staff to President Kennedy.

Encore Interview: Helen O'Donnell on JFK and LBJ

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The presidential immunity case before the Supreme Court today. If you value the rule of law, today's arguments were soul crushing. The possibility of remanding the case. The system isn't as robust as people think. Rudy Giuliani, Mark Meadows, and other Trump goons indicted in Arizona for the fake electors plot. Trump's fraud trial continues. The NYT's petty smearing of Joe Biden. The Pennsylvania primary was great news for Democrats. Biden and Buttigieg improve the lives of air travelers. With Jody Hamilton, David Ferguson, music by Rogues Revival, The Husht, and more!

Donald Trump's Inner Circle

You might know Aaron from the videos he posts on his popular Twitter feed, or from his Substack newsletter called Public Notice -- publicnotice.co -- or from such podcasts as this one. In addition to keeping us laughing at Trump's constant short-circuits and glitches, Aaron is also reminding voters what exactly it was like four years ago under Trump. So today, Aaron returns to the interview show to talk about the state of the campaign, and the state of political social media. Meantime, don't forget to support this podcast by subscribing us at patreon.com/bobcescashow. Music by Marina Rocks.

Aaron Rupar Returns

Trump's criminal fraud trial continues...now with farts! Judge Merchan weighs contempt charges. Trump attacked witness Michael Cohen. Rolling Stone says Trump is pissed about the press coverage. Mary Trump says he's terrified. Jon Stewart's reaction to the press coverage. Lawrence O'Donnell continues to troll Donald. The House Republican FART task force. Person 16 says Trump tried to bribe Walt Nauta. Troth Senchul continues to collapse. Trump flip-flopped on TikTok. With Buzz Burbank, music by Everyday Dolores, Freekbass, and more!

I Smell The Cheeses That You Eat

Jesse Watters doxed Juror #2. Trump re-trothed a Jesse Watters quote violating Trump's gag order. Judge Merchan had to tell Trump to put away his cellphone. The Senate dismissed the impeachment case against Secretary Mayorkas. Arizona Republicans blocked a repeal of the 1864 abortion law for a second time. IMF declares the U.S. economy is growing at twice the rate of all other G7 nations. Sleepy Don confuses Jimmy Kimmel and Al Pacino. Let's play: Who tweeted this? Stephen Miller on Trump's sense of style. Erick Erickson vs Community Notes. With Jody Hamilton, David Ferguson, music by Powder Pink and Sweet, Daffo, and more!

Dunning-Kruger Idiot Strength

Dr. Tracy is a legal expert who shares Wednesday nights with Bob on Tell Me Everything with John Fugelsang. She's also a regular contributor on Dr. Phil, Newsnatiion, CheddarNews, and TV affiliates across the country. Follow Dr. Tracy on Twitter @TracyExplains. Today Bob peppered Dr. Tracy with questions about Trump's New York City criminal fraud trial and more – you'll want to stick around for the part about Trump potentially getting tossed in jail for contempt. Meantime, don't forget to support this podcast by subscribing us at patreon.com/bobcescashow. Music by The Donnies The Armys.

Encore Interview: Helen O'Donnell on JFK and LBJ

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