President Biden has COVID now. The effort to get the president to step down is astroturfed. The wealthy donor class's soft coup. Barack Obama reportedly wants Biden to step down. What happens if Biden steps aside? Biden's medical records are out and he's in great shape. The message to older Americans. The RNC continues. Trump keeps falling asleep. Why is Trump preventing doctors from discussing his injury? Matt Gaetz's Botox accident. Trump and Hulk Hogan speak tonight. Van Jones is the dumbest man on TV. There is no pivot. With Jody Hamilton, David Ferguson, music by Rebel Queens, Michael McDermott, and more!

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Author and journalist Joe Conason has a new book out called The Longest Con: How Grifters, Swindlers, and Frauds Hijacked American Conservatism, which tells the harrowing story of how 70 years of scams and propaganda has dragged us so dangerously close to authoritarian fascism. It's such an important volume for many reasons, especially because it provided context in a time when people tend to forget the past. Meantime, don't forget to support this podcast by subscribing at patreon.com/bobcescashow. Music by Paul Melancon.

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The apparent assassination attempt against Trump. Why haven't we heard from the doctors about his injured ear? Trump's call with RFK Jr. Trump urged his supporters to "fight." Violent rhetoric is not a both sides thing. Republicans including JD Vance blamed Biden for the shooting. What was the shooter's motive? Republican horrendousness from the memory hole. Melania's response. The press reaction. The Republican convention begins. Trump picks JPJD Mandel as his running mate because he tried to have the previous guy hanged. American Hitler. Stuart Stevens on JD Vance. Trump fell asleep at the convention. Judge Cannon dismisses the documents case. Jack Smith will appeal. The Lester Holt interview with the president. With Buzz Burbank, music by Young Gun Silver Fox, Dave Molter, and more!

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No sentencing today for Trump in NYC. Mary Trump and Bob at Star Trek Las Vegas. The tide is turning in the aftermath of the CNN debate. Study shows the debate had no impact on voter preferences. The NYT ignored Trump's pro-Russia threats against NATO. Biden and the AFL-CIO. Biden's NATO remarks versus Trump's rally nonsense. The 538 forecast shows a dead heat. There is no bloodbath. Trump caught by Gay Furry Hackers lying about Project 2025. Trump's racist dog-whistles about Kamala Harris. Incredible news on wages and inflation. Democrats call for a special counsel investigation of Clarence Thomas. With Jody Hamilton, David Ferguson, music by Gabe Fleck, Quivver, and more!

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Tristan Snell is the author of Taking Down Trump and a regular contributor to the Stephanie Miller Show. This time, we talked about the unprecedented attempt to force President Biden to step aside after the CNN debate two weeks ago. We also discussed the atrocious news media coverage including the New York Times's false reporting about a Parkinson's doctor visiting the White House. Follow Tristan's Substack. Meantime, make sure to support the show by subscribing at patreon.com/bobcescashow. Music by ALEX and Megan McDuffee.

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We're back from the break with all new episodes. Our coverage of the debate aftermath continues. Bob's list of possible ways this could work out well for Joe Biden. The pundit pile-on and the engagement and clicks motive. There's no successful precedent for replacing the nominee. Pundits might be doing more damage to Biden than the debate itself. One Biden thing elevated to the same level of scrutiny as thousands of Trump things. The immunity decision and the Dobbs decision will generate more votes against Trump. Questions for the press about Trump's medical status. With Buzz Burbank, music by Coral Gables, Jam N' Slate, and more!

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No shows next week. Thanks to everyone for your support! Carol Burnett's big day. Bob's prank call to Larry King. Our preview of tonight's presidential debate. Fact checking Trump after the debate is pointless. Republicans continue their lies about Biden and cocaine. People over 70 and stimulants. More evidence Trump will skyrocket inflation. The ouroboros of bullshit. Republicans want to end no-fault divorce, and why that's bad for women. With Jody Hamilton, David Ferguson, music by Jesse Terry, Circe Link and Paul Melancon, and more!

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As you'll hear on the show, my Dad died today. A big thank you to my friend Joanne Carducci, JoJo from Jerz, for hanging out with me as I work through all the emotions. We also talked about this week's debate, Project 2025, our romantic view of the White House, and more! And do me a favor -- stick around for a wonderful song by Michael McDermott about Dads and Sons -- not every line is appropriate but the sentiment absolutely fits. This version of "Shadow in the Window" was a live performance recorded on this podcast the last time I talked with Michael. Meantime, please support this podcast by joining us at patreon.com/bobcescashow.

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Will Trump show up for Thursday's debate? Good news in the polls. Trump joked about the Nazi gas chambers, and floated the idea of forcing migrants to fight each other in cages. The news media spent way more time covering Biden's age than Trump's. Sharks vs Boats Part 2. CEOs are supporting Biden over Trump due to Trump's inflationary policies. JD Vance loves dictators. Chip Roy wants to deport Democrats. Infowars will be shut down and sold for parts. Kaitlan Collins for the win. With Buzz Burbank, music by Battle Tapes, Emily McCrite, and more!

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Jody's Mom's big day in Hollywood! A programming note about this week's After Party. Lawrence O'Donnell talked about Trump's insane tariff plan on last night's show. How regressive is Trump's proposal? And is Bob a fear-monger? The Republicans blocked the bump stock ban in the Senate, as predicted. Trump's former spiritual adviser raped a 12-year-old before being hired by Trump. The Fox News poll is great news, but don't get happy. Lauren Windsor caught Roger Stone on video. The collapse of Troth Senchul. With David Ferguson, music by Substance Abuse, Betsy Ade and the Well-Known Strangers, and more!

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