Kasich & Klepper

When those in power fail us, we often turn to entertainment to seek justice. This week, Danny Strong, creator and showrunner of the Emmy-nominated limited-series, DOPESICK, shares how he channeled his outrage to place a powerful spotlight on the deceit and criminality behind the opioid crisis. Danny also reveals the challenges of making stories like these marketable to Hollywood and audiences, how to navigate partisan politics in entertainment, and why Quentin Tarantino is his biggest fan. Plus, Kasich & Klepper kick off the show by reacting to this week’s breaking news: the FBI’s raid of Trump’s Mar-A-Lago.Watch the Emmy-nominated, Hulu original series DOPESICK, now streaming.

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Nothing can prepare you for this week's knockout episode: the "Bronze Bomber" Deontay Wilder steps into the ring with Kasich and Klepper. Deontay reveals the warrior mentality it took to become the longtime WBC heavyweight champion, why there's no relationship between him and Tyson Fury beyond their historic trilogy fights, and the legacy he's leaving to his children and others for generations to come. Deontay Wilder's debut single, EVERYTIME, featuring Marsellos Wilder, is available on all music streaming platforms.

Kasich and Klepper also begin the show by reacting to the recent Axios report about the shift in demographics between party lines - are Democrats really becoming more white and elite while the Republican party becomes more appealing to working class and Latino voters?

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With so many issues affecting our country, this week's episodes features an honest and unedited conversation between Kasich & Klepper about what's really weighing on the hearts and minds of Americans today. John Kasich and Jordan Klepper share how they feel about the current state of America, the polarizing political figures like AOC and Ted Cruz, the urgent need for movement on climate change legislation, and the hypocrisy within party extremes. This is the episode to share with your friends and family - even the ones you're not speaking to anymore.

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'All gas, no brakes' on this week of Kasich and Klepper! Legendary IndyCar driver and team owner Bobby Rahal stops by to share how winning the Indy 500 changes your life, what it's like owning a racing team with David Letterman, how Netflix and Formula 1 is growing the sport, and the dangers of racing as a driver - and parent. To follow and support the many Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing teams, go to RAHAL.com and to find a Rahal auto dealership near you, go to BOBBYRAHAL.com

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Break out your popcorn, this week The Circus comes to Kasich & Klepper! Journalist and host of Showtime’s THE CIRCUS John Heilemann joins Kasich & Klepper for an entertaining one-of-a-kind show. Things get political with discussions about where the future of the GOP is going, why the frightening power of election misinformation is here to stay, and what outcome will the January 6th Congressional hearings really bring. They also juggle heated topics like generational divides, voter disillusionment, and gun control. You can watch all 7 seasons of THE CIRCUS on SHOWTIME and listen and subscribe to John’s podcast, HELL AND HIGH WATER, wherever you get your podcasts.

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Looking for some entertaining back-and-forth worthy of a Wimbledon championship match? Tennis legend Andy Roddick serves up an exciting discussion with Kasich & Klepper on the historical impact of tennis players in the fight against social injustice, his personal career highs and lows, his admiration (and envy) of Roger Federer’s puzzling mentality, and his feelings on Naomi Osaka, Coco Gauff, and Serena Williams’ uncertain return. Andy also predicts who he thinks will be the all-time majors leader amongst Nadal, Djokovic, or Federer, and shares how the accomplishments achieved through the Andy Roddick Foundation are better than any trophies. To join or learn more about the different ways to support the Andy Roddick Foundation family, go to ARFOUNDATION.org.

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Nothing is more “on brand” for Kasich & Klepper than this week’s fired up guest. Donny Deutsch, branding expert and podcast host of “On Brand with Donny Deutsch”, joins the show to discuss the power of brands to target emotion, personality, and fear when it comes to building a cult-like devoted following… whether it be Nike, Mercedes-Benz, or the Democratic and Republican parties. They also dissect and explain why Trump is now the most frighteningly successful and effective brand today. You can listen to new episodes of Donny’s podcast “On Brand with Donny Deutsch” every Thursday wherever you get your podcasts.

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Can this week’s guest use his musical chops to help Kasich & Klepper set aside their differences once and for all? Well, some things’ll never change... that’s just the way it is. Singer-songwriter and pianist extraordinaire Bruce Hornsby joins K&K this week to talk about a range of topics, musical and otherwise! Listen to hear how Bruce beat NBA legend Allen Iverson in a pickup game of basketball (the sport runs in the family) and his serendipitous relationship with Spike Lee that turned into years of collaboration and dozens of songs. Oh, and Bruce shares his story about asking Elton John for a musical favor. Bruce Hornsby’s new album, ’FLICTED, is out now and see Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers live on tour, go to BRUCEHORNSBY.com for dates, tickets, and more.

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This K&K episode contains a discussion on gun violence, death, grief and other difficult topics. Gun control activist Fred Guttenberg joins K&K this week for an in-depth discussion about gun violence in the U.S. After Guttenberg’s 14-year-old daughter Jaime was murdered in the Parkland school shooting on Feb 14, 2018, he channeled his rage and grief into anti-gun violence advocacy. In this episode, he talks with Kasich and Klepper about the politicization of gun control, the next steps government leaders need to take, and how American citizens can create change. To learn more about how to help gun control efforts and gun violence prevention, visit EVERYTOWN.org and BRADY.org. And go to ORANGERIBBONSFORJAIME.org to support programs that were important to Jaime, as well as those dedicated to pursuing common sense gun safety reforms.

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Nothing better than having a friend on the show! This week’s K&K guest is the absolutely hilarious writer, actor, and activist, Jana Schmieding! Jana joins Kasich & Klepper for a lively chat about her upbringing, the importance of modern indigenous representation in America, and the best ways to appreciate the diverse history and culture of Native Nations. She highlights how her personal experience has informed her time behind the scenes and in front of the camera on Rutherford Falls. They also discuss gun violence in the US, Jana’s time in education, and the role educators now fill in schools. Watch Jana on RUTHERFORD FALLS - the all-new second season begins streaming June 16th on PEACOCK.

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