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.

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.

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

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!

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. But, this is what also drives me to support oppressed people across the world no matter where I see them and no matter who is doing the oppressing.

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

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 this story is so complex we have to break it apart piece by piece.

Let's go!

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!

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 is slowly but surely making a comeback! But here's what his supporters should consider.

Note about the featured image for today's episode: it's a recreation of the most compelling image from the Ellen video that was taken down. Behind Ellen is the image of one of George W. Bush's torture victims.

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 Trump supporters calling for Democrats who don't support him to be tried for treason and HUNG. It gets even wilder.

Finally, James Harden of the Houston Rockets apologized to China!??!? What the what?!?