Philip Anthony is joined by Steven Schroer, candidate for the Minnesota Senate in District 57, to discuss what it takes to genuinely represent working-class communities across Lakeville and Scott County. Drawing from his background as a union organizer and his family’s personal healthcare battles, Schroer shares why he decided to step up and run for public office. Their discussion covers his “Minnesota Plan” for electoral reform, tackling the affordable housing shortage, and finding real solutions for property taxes and childcare costs.

Philip Anthony and Austin fill in for Matt today. The passing of Dolly Parton; lightning round including the trade war and Rep. Jeffries’ meeting with Jared Kushner; collecting testomony from those affected by the DHS assaults, Flock cameras and more.

Philip Anthony sits down with MN House 57B candidate Brian Cohn to explore what it really takes to flip a suburban district and push for progressive change in Minnesota. They dive into the urgent need for universal healthcare, the rising costs of housing and childcare, and why protecting marginalized communities matters now more than ever. Brian also shares his firsthand experiences knocking on doors and why down-ballot local elections are the ultimate battleground for protecting democracy.

Philip Anthony sits down with the incredibly inspiring retired judge and author Harvey Brownstone to chat about his new memoir and his trailblazing career. The two dive deep into Harvey’s emotional journey of overcoming severe childhood bullying to eventually make history as an openly gay judge. They also discuss the upcoming feature film based on his life starring David Arquette.

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Philip Anthony welcomes author Michael Caputo for a deeply personal conversation about growing up gay in a macho Brooklyn neighborhood and navigating a strained relationship with his famous father, comedian Pat Cooper. Michael opens up about the harrowing realities of the LGBTQ+ experience during the 1970s and 80s, sharing raw stories of loss and survival during the height of the AIDS epidemic. They also cover the devastating impact of family estrangement and a terrifying hate crime he survived at a New York nightclub.

Philip Anthony is joined by his co-hosts Austin and Matt for a heavy conversation about all the proverbial “excrement” that the current administration is throwing at the fan!

Philip is joined by educator and occasional cohost of Connections Radio on AM950Radio, Rick Bernardo. Rick holds a master’s degree in Ethics.

Philip Anthony is joined by Tom Glaser, psychologist and author of the amazing book “The House That Resilience Built”. On this episode we discuss his book, childhood trauma, and coming out as LGBTQ and his own coming out journey.

Philip Anthony and Austin fill in for Matt. Trump plans address on “election security”; Matt from Downright Upright calls into the show; fallout from Lindsey Graham’s death; E. Jean Carroll receives money from Trump judgment; wildfire smoke; stomach bug.

Philip Anthony is joined by Zach Randles Friedman, the host of the podcasts “Everything & Anything… and a Bit Gay” and “Listen Up Girl”. On this episode we discuss the challenges facing the LGBTQ community and other news.