Today, John discusses Israeli forces in Gaza killing Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, the architect of the Oct. 7 attacks, during an intense battle in Rafah. Yet as predicted, Netanyahu continues his bloody war - clinging to power and refusing to resign. Then, he interviews the Executive Director of Advancement Project - Judith Browne Dianis and they talk about the corrupt Republicans in Georgia trying to change voting laws in the state. Then winding it up, John welcomes back Simon Moya-Smith and Julie Francella for the "We're Still Here" segment. They chat with the Evil Army of the Night about indigenous stereotypes, racism and passive racism, and politics as seen by Native Americans.

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John's monologue this time is about the recent interviews with Trump's all female Town Hall and Kamala's interview with Brett Baier on Fox. Then, actor, director, and podcast host Bob Cesca is back to joke about the election and Trump. Next, The God Squad joins the fun and they discuss religion and politics. Then finally, John speaks with legal analyst Dr. Tracy Pearson and they take calls from listeners on current news and the upcoming election.

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Today, John jokes about Trump's ever increasing dementia as he makes fun of people passing out at his Town Hall Meeting in Philadelphia then breaks into party mode where he dances like he's a Rock em Sock em Robot for 30 minutes. Then, he interviews Dr. Jemar Tisby who is a historian that studies race, religion, and social movements in the twentieth century. They discuss his new book "The Spirit of Justice: True Stories of Faith, Race, and Resistance". Next, he speaks to award-winning attorney, best-selling author, legal commentator, talk show host and television producer - Areva Martin. They talk about social justice, DEI, and her current show "The Special Report". And then John interviews Brent Booker who is the General President of the Laborers’ International Union of North America. They discuss labor unions, the upcoming election, and the fight to Get Out the Vote.

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The Amazing Joe Sudbay fills in for John while he is in Canada. He discusses the Harris campaign's promise to expand Medicare to pay for home health care and Trump's promise to use the military against his enemies. Then, Joe speaks with North Carolina Representative Lindsey Prather. Since Hurricane Helene devastated communities in Western North Carolina, Prather has been consumed with recovery, safety and opportunity to rebuild her constituent’s lives. Next, he interviews democracy and human rights advocate Christopher Purdy. They discuss a group he founded - The Chamberlain Network which mobilizes and empowers veterans to protect democracy through organizing, education, and community engagement. Then lastly, Joe chats with Jim Wertz who is running for State Senate to represent District 49 in Pennsylvania. They talk about being on the campaign trial with Kamala and the close races in Pennsylvania.

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John discusses the ever increasing lies Trump is spreading about migrants and immigration. Then, he talks with author and historian Kenneth C. Davis about how sometimes history repeats itself and what we can learn from it. Then finally, TV's Frank Conniff is back to joke with listeners about pop culture, the election, and the mouth breathing MAGAs.

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In this classic episode from the past, John interviews television producer, writer, musician, artist, and filmmaker Sacha Jenkins about his new documentary “Louis Armstrong's Black & Blues” which consists of many short interview clips and sound recordings from Louis Armstrong himself. Then he sits down with the critically acclaimed, award winning actor from North Wales - Sir Jonathan Pryce. They talk about his many works including "The Two Popes"; "Brazil"; "Game of Thrones"; the Shakespearean play "The Merchant of Venice"; and his role as Prince Phillip in the final two seasons of the award-winning Netflix historical drama series "The Crown".

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John's monologue is a discussion about the Colorado Supreme Court dismissing a discrimination suit against a baker who refused to bake a cake for a Trans woman. He talks about the fake Christians that use the bible to hide their bigotry and hate. Then, he interviews Timothy Shenk who is an assistant professor of history at George Washington University and a senior editor at Dissent magazine. They discuss his new book "Left Adrift: What Happened to Liberal Politics?". Next, Simon Moya-Smith and Julie Francella return for "We're Still Here" AKA the Native Voices Segment. They talk about Columbus Day and stories involving politics and indigenous prejudice. Then winding it up, John speaks with Siri Dahl who is an award-winning adult film performer as well as a writer, social media personality, and sex workers rights activist. They discuss the CORN TELETHON, a scintillating and silly 12-hour livestream produced and organized by Siri Dahl, Alex Steed, and Madelynn Britt. Streaming live Noon to Midnight East on Tuesday October 15th from Los Angeles on Siri Dahl’s Twitch and YouTube channels, this cheeky but SFW stream will be hosted by Siri and a rotating group of friends, presented in the style of a classic Jerry Lewis telethon. It will land somewhere between USA's Up All Night, an episode of Hee Haw, and an Elvira special. The CORN TELETHON aims to combine entertainment with activism to make clear that Project 2025 is bad (of course) but also points out that many current laws that pertain to privacy, porn, and sex work already on the books are not great, and not just for sex workers.

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The monologue this time is about the lies Trump is telling about the hurricanes and the damage it is causing. Then, he welcomes back actor and podcast star Bob Cesca to joke about Trump and pop culture. Next, The God Squad returns. Former pastors Keith Giles and Desimber Rose, along with progressive theologian Dillon Cruz talk with John and listeners about the hypocrisy of the so-called right wing Christians and the plight of the hurricane victims. Then finally, Dr Tracy Pearson brings her legal expertise to the show and they chat about the news with the Evil Army of the Night.

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