The Boxer Podcast with Barbara and Nicole Boxer

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A United States Senator for twenty four years until 2017, also served in the U.S. House and on the Marin County Board of Supervisors. She is known as a pioneer for women and a champion for the environment, human rights, civil rights and economic fairness. She is now speaking on current issues across the country and is a volunteer for a political action committee she founded called Pac For A Change.

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It’s impeachment-palooza! With a Ken Starr connection, how do the Trump and Clinton impeachments compare? It’s also affecting purple state senators. And how are Democrats letting the little things distract them? Then, Swing Left’s “How We Win” podcast hosts Steve ...

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01.23.2020 How We Win with Steve Pierson and Mariah Craven It’s impeachment-palooza! With a Ken Starr connection, how do the Trump and Clinton impeachments compare? It’s also affecting purple state senators. And how are Democrats letting the little things distract them? Then, Swing Left’s “How We Win” podcast hosts Steve ...
01.16.2020 Two Scoops with David Corn and Sen. Ben Cardin It’s a Boxer Podcast Double Header with two exclusive scoops from our most trusted colleagues! First, they speak with journalist and author David Corn about the vulnerabilities of our elections to Russia and what we need to do to limit ...
01.09.2020 The Iran Debrief with Rep. Anna Eshoo The Boxers are back! Fresh from vacation, Nicole is bringing us the top things you will and won’t see in Paris. Also, let’s talk about Trump’s bizarre behavior in his statement on Iran. Then, they speak with California Representative Anna ...
01.02.2020 Organizing Young Activists with Allison Begalman Happy 2020 to all our Boxer Podcast listeners! This week, screenwriter and organizer Allison Begalman sits down with Nicole to talk about her work, how she got started, bridging the gap between activism and entertainment, and how Hollywood is having ...
12.26.2019 The Answer to Our Housing Shortage with Steven Dietz Happy Holidays from the Boxers! Today we chat with United Dwelling CEO Steven Dietz about his innovative approach to quickly and meaningfully addressing the housing crisis in California via ADU’s, accessory dwelling units. Learn how he came to his unique ...
12.19.2019 RAISE HELL: The Life and Times of Molly Ivins The House has impeached Donald Trump. Nicole and Barbara are giving their reactions and analyzing how the Republican party has fully given themselves to him regardless of his wrong doing. Then, Nicole speaks with filmmaker and director Janice Engel about ...
12.12.2019 The Battle for Democracy with Rep. George Miller The hearing for the articles of impeachment is on, so what will that mean for us and for Trump? It can't be reiterated enough how critical 2020 is, not just to unseat Trump but to flip the senate. Then, Barbara ...
12.05.2019 This Week in Presidential Politics with Matt Littman Barbara and Nicole catch us up on the continuing impeachment process and the seriousness of Trump’s misdeeds. Plus, Nancy Pelosi’s powerful position in opposition to him and Biden’s new ad taking him down. Then, they talk with Matt Littman who ...
11.28.2019 Talking Turkey and an Encore with Speaker Nancy Pelosi It's Thanksgiving! And Barbara and Nicole want to celebrate with you. What are you thankful for? But before that, let's breakdown the impeachment hearings. Plus, a flashback interview with Speaker of the House, Nancy Pelosi!
11.21.2019 Impeachment is Coming with AG of "Mueller, She Wrote" Big impeachment breakings have the Boxers talking with Mueller, She Wrote and The Daily Beans podcast creator, A.G., about what this means for the President and Republicans and how to effectively move forward with further impeachment proceedings. Plus, how Robert ...
11.14.2019 Moving Forward with Karine Jean-Pierre Barbara and Nicole address the recent shooting at Saugus High School and how the Republicans hope we stay numb to tragedy. How can we drive young people to the polls to change this and put a stop to the NRA? ...
11.07.2019 Leading on the Climate Crisis with Rep. Jared Huffman Barbara and Nicole are recapping the recent election and how this paves the way for hope in 2020. As the Democrats say, “when people vote, we win.” Plus, Donald Trump and the Republicans effort to discredit Nancy Pelosi with “stupid” ...
10.31.2019 A #VoteProChoice Guide Barbara and Nicole are staying safe from the California fires, but our hearts to go out those suffering through them and the many evacuations. They also speak with Christine Pelosi to get an update on all the impeachment goings-on to ...
10.24.2019 The Equity Agenda with Angela Glover Blackwell Nicole and Barbara are talking about the problems we’re having with Trump and big oil, Republicans continuing to obstruct justice, and the success of their recent PAC event! Then, the Senator talks with Angela Glover Blackwell, founder of Policy Link, ...
10.17.2019 Sheila Kuehl, First LGBTQ Legislator in CA History Barbara and Nicole are recapping the most recent Democratic debates. Who were the standouts and who were the weak links? Plus, Trump's insanity continues. Then, Barbara speaks with Supervisor Sheila Kuehl, who represents the 3rd Los Angeles County Supervisional District. ...
10.10.2019 The Feminist Majority with Kathy Spillar Barbara and Nicole consider the vote on the impeachment inquiry and how Donald Trump is running out of moves to combat his never-ending bad decisions. Then, Kathy Spillar joins them to talk about her work as the Executive Director of ...
10.03.2019 Fired Up with Brad Jenkins Impeachment is on everyone’s minds. But first, the flip flopping of Lindsey Graham, Trump not standing up against China, and Then, fellow PodcastOne host, comedian, and writer Brad Jenkins talks to Nicole about his show, “Fired Up”, getting to know ...
09.26.2019 Impeachment Reactions with Christine Pelosi and Rep. Anna Eshoo Barbara and Nicole talk with Christine Pelosi about the recent trouble Trump has gotten himself into and what impeachment proceedings look like as the House moves forward. Then they talk with Congresswoman Anna Eshoo about Speaker Pelosi’s responsibility in moving ...
09.19.2019 Ending Single Use Plastics with the Plastic Pollution Coalition Barbara and Nicole take a look at how Democratic rallies and campaigns can combat Trump, as well as how homelessness in California is becoming a shared political topic. Then, they talk to sisters Dianna and Julia Cohen about their work ...
09.12.2019 Climate Refugees with Michael Nash Barbara and Nicole take a look at the damage from Hurricane Dorian and its impact. Plus, preparations for the Democratic Primary debates. Plus, new bills on gun control and the Senate’s duty in helping to pass them. Then, friend and ...
09.05.2019 Rise Up for Assault Survivors with Amanda Nguyen Barbara and Nicole are looking at hurricane Dorian and how climate change plays an important role in our disasters and in the 2020 campaign. Plus, Trump’s plan to rule by chaos and a global movement prediction that’s come true. Then, ...
08.29.2019 Reshaping Global Power w/ Henry Elkus and Sam Feinburg Barbara and Nicole discuss how we need to deal with China, the fires in the Amazon, more Brexit drama. Then, Helena founders Henry Elkus and Sam Feinburg join to talk about how they are working toward creating global change through ...
08.22.2019 #HelpHarrison: Flipping The SC Senate Seat Nicole and Barbara talk about the flip flopping of Lindsey Graham, who could go toe to toe with Trump, and Beto’s time at a gun show. Then, they speak with Jaime Harrison who is running for Senate in South Carolina ...
08.15.2019 Laying Down the Law Against Trump with Professor Joyce Vance Barbara and Nicole discuss upcoming possible gun control legislation, the GOP dragging their feet hoping people will forget, the Democratic candidates time in Iowa, and Stacy Abrams’ return. Then, they talk to Professor Joyce Vance about her work as an ...
08.08.2019 How to Combat Hate, Mass Shootings, and Trumpism in 2020 w/ Rusty Hicks CA Dem. Chair Barbara and Nicole reflect on the recent mass shootings and how Donald Trump has played a role in bolstering hate speech and acts of violence. How will the Democratic candidates react to help show us who they are? Then, they ...
08.01.2019 The Dem Debates Round 2! Barbara and Nicole are on vacation...but there ain't no rest for those who have Democratic debates to cover! Who were their standouts, who might be dropping off, and what does the future look like for a 2020 blue tsunami?
07.25.2019 Mr. Mueller Goes to Washington Barbara and Nicole go over the recent testimony by the special council Robert Mueller and what it means for both Democrats and Republicans. Christine Pelosi calls in to give her play by play on how his testimony will affect Donald ...
07.18.2019 Women Rule 2020 with Natalie Fousekis Barbara and Nicole talk about the size of the blue wave we’re going to need to turn the tides in 2020 and Trump’s recent remarks distracting the public from the atrocities at the border and the allegations against Jeffrey Epstein. ...
07.11.2019 Kathy Griffin's Hell of a Story! Barbara and Nicole are talking about the nightmare of Jeffrey Epstein and William Barr’s shady behavior. Plus, how a charity event at the Trump golf course is making all this worse. Then, Comedian Kathy Griffin joins them in studio to ...
07.04.2019 A Hopeful 4th of July w/Cory Booker (Encore) Happy 4th of July! Barbara and Nicole recap their thoughts on the first Democratic debates and discuss who came out ahead and who lagged. Plus, how Trump is trying to make the holiday about him and the chaos at the ...
06.27.2019 Politics of the Presidency with Jim Margolis Barbara and Nicole prepare for the first few rounds of Democratic debates. With these many candidates over two nights, it’s a bit like speed dating. Who would you want to go on a second date with? Plus, the pressure being ...
06.20.2019 Keep California Great with Politico’s Carla Marinucci Barbara and Nicole chat about Trump’s reelection campaign launch and Hope Hicks’ fiasco. Plus, the increase in pollution thanks to the current administration’s EPA and Joe Biden’s recent campaign road bump. Then, they speak with POLITICO’s Carla Marinucci about the ...
06.13.2019 We Fight for Social and Environmental Justice w/ Gillian Caldwell Barbara and Nicole discuss the importance of documentarians and organizations like Global Witness and their role in social and environmental justice, including stopping the exploitation of natural resources and people. Then, Nicole talks with Global Witness CEO about this in ...
06.06.2019 Ditch Mitch 2020 and #StopTheBans with NARAL's Amy Everitt Barbara and Nicole are talking about what it might take to flip things around in 2020 and how to oditch Mitch McConnell. It’s only 18 months away! Then, they speak with State Director for NARAL Pro-Choice California, Amy Everitt. She ...
05.30.2019 It’s Mueller Time and Comedy Central Activist Jordan Klepper Barbara and Nicole are recapping the Special Counsel Robert Mueller’s recent statements on the President. And Barbara counts down the lies Trump blatantly told that lead to his obvious obstruction! Then, they talk to Comedy Central star Jordan Klepper about ...
05.23.2019 The Cover Up! And Jay Newton-Small, on Memory Well Barbara and Nicole talk about Trump's recent bombast and attempt to cover his tracks on almost everything, meanwhile refusing to work with Democrats. Might impeachment happen? Then, Nicole speaks with journalist and author Jay Newton-Small about the impact elder Americans ...
05.16.2019 Ari Berman and Gale Anne Hurd Expose the GOP's Voter Suppression Barbara and Nicole discuss the recent abortion bans and how it effectively creates a war on women. Also, the current administration is acting like a majority wants things that, in fact, they don’t. How do we stop them? Then, Nicole ...
05.09.2019 Marianne Williamson and the Politics of Love Barbara and Nicole talk about the major differences between when Congress is in…and Congress is out, and some of the important legislation they’re working on passing. The current administration is working to thwart important progressive changes and limit civil rights. ...
05.02.2019 How Broken is the EPA with Carol Browner Barbara and Nicole give an update on Barr’s “miscategorization” of the Mueller report, the upcoming challenges in debates among the 2020 candidates, and the possible future of Stacy Abrams. Then, environmentalist and former EPA chief Carol Browner talks about the ...
04.25.2019 David Brock and What You Need to Know For 2020 Barbara and Nicole break down Trump’s charge against the constitution as he continues to obstruct Congress yet maintains his administration is transparent. Then, they speak with consultant and author David Brock on how we can shift the public away from ...
04.18.2019 TW: Nicole and Barbara Get Real on Sexual Assault with Rosanna Arquette (TW: This show contains discussions of graphic sexual assault language.) Barbara and Nicole discuss the need for democrats to work together as the field gets more crowded on the road to 2020. Then, they talk with actress and documentarian Rosanna ...
04.10.2019 Steve Bannon on 'The Brink' with Filmmaker Alison Klayman Nicole is podcasting from across the pond as she travel England! She and Barbara talk about her trip, how Trumpland looks from the outside, and how to turn our divisions into positives. Then, Nicole talks with filmmaker Alison Klayman about ...
04.04.2019 Biden Speaks Out and Dan Abrams Chimes In Barbara and Nicole discuss the recent challenges facing Joe Biden and what it might mean for him. Plus, it’s nothing in comparison to Donald Trump, who managed to get elected President despite the things he’s said. Then, they speak with ...
03.27.2019 California's First Woman Lt. Governor, Eleni Kounalakis Barbara and Nicole talk about the recent Mueller report and how it’s actually more of the Barr report, the Trump administration’s enemies list and his desire for TV ratings, and the treatment of immigrants at the border. Then, the Senator ...
03.21.2019 Nunes vs. Twitter and the Makings of a More Democratic Republic Barbara and Nicole discuss Devin Nunes' Twitter lawsuit, how the children of Politicians are swept up in these conversations, and Trump's affect on the free press and the events in New Zealand. Then, Nicole talks with Ethan Todras-Whitehill from Swing ...
03.14.2019 Planes, Trump's Budget, and Congressman Raul Ruiz Barbara and Nicole go over recent prison time Paul Manafort is facing, the legal issues of “no collusion”, and the recent ban of the Boeing 737 Max. Then, the Senator speaks with Congressman Raul Ruiz about their long friendship, challenging ...
03.07.2019 Period. End of Sentence. with Director Rayka Zehtabchi Barbara and Nicole talk about Trump’s hyper apparent transgressions that people seem to consistently overlook despite their obviousness. Then, Nicole talks with Academy Award winning director Rayka Zehtabchi about her film, “Period. End of Sentence” and the work that went ...
02.28.2019 Michael Cohen Confessions and Electoral Predictions by Celinda Lake Barbara and Nicole go over the hearing of Michael Cohen and what the information he revealed means for Donald Trump. Plus, new background check legislation is headed to a vote but how will it fare in the Senate? Then, they ...
02.21.2019 A Country United with Presidential Candidate Julián Castro Barbara and Nicole go over the continuing hilarity that is Donald Trump and his desire for the Nobel Peace Prize. Plus, what does it mean now that Bernie is in the race again? Then, Senator Boxer speaks with 2020 Presidential ...
02.14.2019 Setting the Record Straight on Abortion with Planned Parenthood President Dr. Leana Wen Nicole and Barbara address the possibility of utilizing technology now to act on fixing climate change, furthering more effective gun control legislation, Then, Senator Boxer speaks with Planned Parenthood President, Dr. Leana Wen about their past, present, and future and ...

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