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BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Guests:

Julian Brave NoiseCat, Data for Progress and Canim Lake Band Tsq'escen

Topics

Deb Haaland's historic nomination; COVID; Environment

Pres. Biden announces new measures to manufacture enough vaccines for every adult American by end of May. Public health officials warn COVID numbers ticking up again as states relax restrictions to early. TX GOP Gov. Greg Abbott lifts statewide mask mandate and weakens COVID restrictions. Julian Brave NoiseCat discusses what's really behind the rightwing 'outrage' over historic nomination of Rep. Deb Haaland (D-NM) to head the Interior Dept. Plus Desi Doyen has our latest 'Green News Report.'

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Tuesday, March 2, 2021 3:00 pm

0:57:08

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Guests:

Dr. Karl Krupp, Univ. of Arizona School of Public Health

Topics

COVID vaccines; COVID economic relief

The FDA approved a new vaccine for use against COVID. Univ. of Arizona's Dr. Karl Krupp explains the differences in the 3 vaccines, why he believes all Americans should get vaccinated as quickly as possible, and why epidemiologists are very worried that the nation is heading to a fourth deadly COVID surge as states relax restrictions too soon amid new virus variants. Jackson, MS is out of water after winter storm. France succeeds in holding its corrupt, conservative former president accountable.

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Monday, March 1, 2021 3:00 pm

0:57:38

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Guests:

Ian Millheiser- Vox reporter

Topics

SCOTUS, Voting Rights Act

Guest host Nicole Sandler brings us up to date on the news. Her guest, Ian Millhiser of Vox talks about the Supreme Court and two cases they'll hear next week that could end the Voting Rights Act. And some humor to end the show.

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Friday, February 26, 2021 3:00 pm

0:59:25

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Guests:

Alexis Coe - historian, author of "You Never Forget Your First: Biography of George Washington"

Topics

George Washington; the latest news

Guest host Nicole Sandler recaps the news of the day. Desi Doyen brings the Green News Report. And Nicole speaks with Alexis Coe, author of "You Never Forget Your First: A Biography of George Washington"

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Thursday, February 25, 2021 3:00 pm

0:57:00

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Guests:

Mark Joseph Stern, Slate legal reporter

Topics

Supreme Court; Death penalty; Election fraud

Ace legal reporter Mark Joseph Stern discusses the radical new interpretation of the Constitution's Election Clause now being twisted by GOP-controlled state legislatures to push new voter suppression laws, and joins a lively debate on whether the Supreme Court should clarify. Stern also explains the specific legal jeopardy that Donald Trump now faces after new, adverse SCOTUS rulings and a new criminal election fraud probe in Georgia. Also today: VA state legislature votes to abolish the death penalty, ending the state's centuries of extreme racial disparities in its death penalty practices.

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Wednesday, February 24, 2021 3:00 pm

0:57:38

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Guests:

Marcy Wheeler, National security journalist, Emptywheel blog

Topics

Voting rights; Trump accountability; Environment

US Supreme Court dismissed remaining meritless 2020 election lawsuits brought by Republicans, but a rightwing justice's dissent in an important PA case is disturbing. GA Republicans swiftly moving to enact new voter suppression laws after losing 2 US Senate seats. National security journalist Marcy Wheeler discusses confirmation hearings for Merrick Garland to be the next US Attorney General, and the latest developments in multiple criminal probes now underway into bank and insurance fraud by Trump. Plus Desi Doyen has our latest 'Green News Report.'

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Tuesday, February 23, 2021 3:00 pm

0:58:08

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Guests:

Dr. Robert Bullard, "Father of Environmental Justice"

Topics

Trump accountability; Environmental justice

SCOTUS denies Trump's final appeal to hide his tax returns from investigations in NY. Dominion Voting Systems files a $1.7 billion lawsuit against MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell for promoting Trump's Big Lie that the 2020 election was stolen. Dr. Robert Bullard explains the disproportionate impact of the Texas storm and the cascading consequences of decades of policies on communities of color, faced with pollution, natural disasters and climate change.

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Monday, February 22, 2021 3:00 pm

0:55:38

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Guests:

Colin P. Clarke, Soufan Center; John Bonifaz, Free Speech For People

Topics

Domestic rightwing terrorism; Accountability + democracy reform

'BradCast' Recounted: On today's show, we've put together some of our important recent interviews that you may have missed. First up: COLIN P. CLARKE, an expert in insurgencies and terrorism, explains how and why the nation must grapple with the emerging threats posed by "a new era" of domestic terrorism. Then: Constitutional law expert JOHN BONIFAZ discusses specific reforms to ensure accountability for former President Trump and the Republicans who supported and promoted his failed attempted insurrection at the US Capitol on January 6, and actions Congress and voters can take to reform and protect our democracy going forward...

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Friday, February 19, 2021 3:00 pm

0:58:10

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Guests:

Margot Paez, PhD candidate, formerly of KPFK and JPL

Topics

Mars Rover landing; Texas blackout; Environment

Margot Paez, PhD candidate in climate science, discusses the successful landing of the NASA rover "Perseverance" on Mars, the experiments on board (to which she contributed) and the broader issues of climate change and NASA funding. Fox 'News' shoveling mountains of propaganda attacking renewable energy for Texas massive blackout, instead of the real culprit - deregulation. Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) tries to sneak off to Cancun amid the Texas emergency. Plus Desi Doyen has our latest 'Green News Report.'

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Thursday, February 18, 2021 3:00 pm

0:57:38

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Guests:

Ari Berman, The Nation

Topics

Voting rights; Texas blackout and GOP propaganda

Voting rights journalist Ari Berman explains the tsunami of 160+ new voter suppression laws introduced in Republican-controlled state legislatures to restrict voter access to the ballot box, and solutions for democracy reform and filibuster reform. Rush Limbaugh may be dead, but his toxic legacy lives on in our poisoned body politic. Texas power outage drags on, as GOP/Fox News spread propaganda attempting to falsely blame wind energy rather than the failure of the state's deregulated, privatized, fossil fueled grid.

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Wednesday, February 17, 2021 3:00 pm

0:58:08

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Guests:

John Bonifaz, Free Speech For People

Topics

Historic extreme weather; Accountability; Environment

Rep. Bennie Thompson (D-MS) has filed a lawsuit against Donald Trump and rightwing extremist groups over the deadly Jan.6 US Capitol insurrection. Constitutional scholar JOHN BONIFAZ explains various paths forward to ensure accountability for the scofflaw former president, and crucial reforms necessary to defend democracy and voting rights against a new wave of GOP voter suppression, including filibuster reform. Texas power outages were caused by deregulation, privatization and fossil fuel plant failures, not wind energy. Plus Desi Doyen has our latest 'Green News Report.'

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Tuesday, February 16, 2021 3:00 pm

0:57:38

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Topics

Trump's 2nd Impeachment; Climate Change

The US Senate found Trump guilty of inciting insurrection by a vote of 57-43. Republicans excused their votes via a number of falsehoods. Texas hit with record, historic storm that exposed the state's vulnerability to climate change. Callers weigh in on all of the above and more...

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Monday, February 15, 2021 3:00 pm

1:01:02

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Guests:

Heather 'Digby' Parton, Salon and Digby's Hullabaloo

Topics

Trump's 2nd Impeachment Trial; Environment

Our special coverage of Trump's historic 2nd impeachment continues. Award-winning opinion journalist Heather 'Digby' Parton joins us to provide context, commentary, debunking and fact-checking, as Trump's defense team offered a short, falsehood-filled defense to House Managers' detailed, meticulous opening arguments against the disgraced former president. Late-breaking: Trump reportedly refused House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy's (R-CA) pleas to send help as his supporters attacked the Capitol. Plus Desi Doyen has our latest 'Green News Report'.

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Friday, February 12, 2021 3:00 pm

0:57:38

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Topics

Trump's 2nd impeachment trial

Special coverage of Trump's second impeachment trial in the US Senate. House Impeachment Managers presented a meticulous, damning case detailing Trump's months-long incitement of the deadly Jan. 6 insurrection at the US Capitol, including long-term harms to national security, and pre-butting expected arguments from Trump's lawyers. Also today: Former GOP officials consider forming a third party.

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Thursday, February 11, 2021 3:00 pm

0:57:38

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Guests:

Lisa Graves, former Dep. Ass't US Attorney General

Topics

Trump's 2nd impeachment trial; Environment

Our special coverage of Trump's historic 2nd impeachment continues. House Managers presented damning evidence in their opening arguments against the disgraced former president, including previously unseen video, detailing Trump's months-long, carefully orchestrated attack on the 2020 election, and culminating in inciting his supporters' deadly assault on the US Capitol to halt Congressional certification of Joe Biden's win. Fulton Co, GA opens criminal investigation into Trump's efforts to pressure election officials. Plus Desi Doyen has our latest 'Green News Report.'

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Wednesday, February 10, 2021 3:00 pm

0:57:08

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Topics

Trump's 2nd impeachment trial; Cybersecurity

Special coverage of Trump's 2nd impeachment trial: House Impeachment Managers argued there is no 'January exception' to the Constitution's impeachment clause, and aired riveting video of Trump's repeated incitement of his followers on Jan. 6, juxtaposed with violent scenes of them attacking the US Capitol to stop the certification of Pres. Joe Biden's Electoral College win. Trump's team offered a disjointed, overtly political and factually challenged case. Also: Hacker attempt to poison FL city's water supply is a warning to the US election officials now trying to weaken new voting system security standards.

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Tuesday, February 9, 2021 3:00 pm

0:58:08

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Guests:

Ernest Canning, BradBlog Legal Analyst

Topics

Trump's 2nd impeachment; Voting Rights

Attorney Ernest Canning discusses his recent, deep-dive analysis of House Democrats' H.R.1. bill ('For the People Act') which implements long-overdue reforms for voting and fair elections. GOP state legislatures unleash wave of new voter suppression laws. We debunk false claims by Trump's impeachment attorneys. GA investigating Trump's attempts to pressure state election officials. Another GOP congressman dies from COVID-19.

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Monday, February 8, 2021 3:00 pm

0:57:08

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Guests:

Craig Unger- Author "Amercan Kompromat: How the KGB Cultivated Donald Trump, and Related Tales of Sex, Greed, Power, and Treachery

Topics

Russia and its relationship with Donald Trump; Congressional stories from the insurrection

Guest Host Nicole Sandler speaks with Craig Unger, author of "American Kompromat: How the KGB Cultivated, and Related Tales of Sex, Greed, Power, and Treachery. Plus news and congressional tales of the insurrection

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Friday, February 5, 2021 3:00 pm

1:00:09

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Guests:

Colin P. Clarke, Soufan Center

Topics

Domestic terrorism; Fox News defamation suit; Environment

Terrorism and insurgency expert Colin P. Clarke discusses the growing rightwing domestic terror threat that has intensified since the deadly MAGA Mob attack on the US Capitol, and steps that lawmakers and law enforcement can take to safeguard against future attacks without trampling on Americans' civil liberties. Smartmatic voting machine company files billion-dollar defamation lawsuit against Fox News and Team Trump lawyers Giuliani and Powell for their baseless claims the company was involved in 'stealing' the 2020 election. Plus Desi Doyen has our latest 'Green News Report.'

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Thursday, February 4, 2021 3:00 pm

0:58:08

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Guests:

Elizabeth Goitein, Brennan Center

Topics

Economy; Presidential emergency powers

Now that Trump is safely out of office, national security expert Elizabeth Goitein explains why now is the time for Congress to reform presidential emergency powers before they can be abused and corrupted again by a future president, and why Pres. Biden should not use such powers to act on the climate crisis. New study shows US economy over the last 90 years has done far better under Democratic presidents than Republican presidents. Plus: MyPillow CEO hilariously drummed off the air for spreading debunked election fraud claims.

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Wednesday, February 3, 2021 3:00 pm

0:57:38

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Topics

COVID relief; Capitol insurrection, impeachment; Environment

Biden and Congressional Democrats aren't falling (so far) for the GOP's 'austerity' con to shortchange Americans on emergency COVID economic relief -- especially in the wake of the GOP's gleeful $2.3 trillion tax cut for the rich in 2017. Major global study proves tax cuts do not improve economic outcomes in developed countries and only serve to make the rich even richer. Rep. Ocasio-Cortez details harrowing experience during Capitol riot. House Democrats submit pre-impeachment trial briefs detailing Trump's incitement of insurrection in deadly Capitol attack. Plus Desi Doyen has our latest 'Green News Report.'

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Tuesday, February 2, 2021 3:00 pm

0:57:38

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Guests:

Lizzy Price, Accountable.us

Topics

GOP weak COVID relief offer; Trump/Trump staff accountability

Accountability comes for MAGA Mob participants who attacked the US Capitol. Trump faces accountability for inciting Capitol insurrection in 2nd impeachment. But what about accountability for former high-level Trump staffers seeking lucrative corporate jobs? LIZZY PRICE of Accountability.us explains their new 'Corporate Complicity' campaign. Also today: Anti-vaccine protesters temporarily shut down vaccine site at Dodger Stadium. Callers weigh in on Pres. Biden's COVID emergency economic relief proposal that Republicans are trying to weaken and shortchange.

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Monday, February 1, 2021 3:00 pm

0:57:38

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Guests:

David Daley, FairVote.org; Ron Fein, Free Speech For People

Topics

GOP's new War on Voters; 2nd impeachment trial

BradCast Recounted: Gerrymandering expert David Daley explains new efforts by GOP state lawmakers to exploit Donald Trump's absurdly false claims about 'voter fraud' in the 2020 election to justify erecting new restrictions to voting, game the Electoral College vote, and more. Constitutional law expert Ron Fein dismantles Senate Republicans' false and disingenuous attempts to circumvent Trump's 2nd impeachment trial, the wildly anti-democratic filibuster, self-pardons and the Emoluments Clause.

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Friday, January 29, 2021 3:00 pm

0:57:08

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Topics

Economic stimulus; Domestic terrorism; Environment

General Motors announces phase-out of production of gasoline/diesel cars/trucks by 2035. Pres. Biden signs new orders restoring access to healthcare during COVID. GOP and Fox News lose their minds over Biden's climate action agenda to create jobs, rebuild infrastructure and boost the economy. New data shows 2020 saw biggest collapse in US economy since World War 2. Domestic terrorism threats on the rise. QAnon-follower congresswoman promoted assassination threats against prominent Democrats. Plus Desi Doyen has our latest 'Green News Report.'

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Thursday, January 28, 2021 3:00 pm

0:57:38

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Guests:

Ron Fein, Free Speech For People

Topics

Biden's Climate Plan; Domestic terrorism; Impeachment

DHS warns of ongoing threats of domestic terrorism incited by Trump's Big Lie that the 2020 election was stolen. Constitutional law expert Ron Fein explains why Republicans' claims about impeaching Trump are disingenuous and dangerous, how Democrats can ensure Trump is disqualified from future office, the Supreme Court's dismissal of Emoluments Clause cases against Trump, and more. Pres. Biden unveils ambitious climate agenda to create millions of jobs rebuilding US infrastructure, renewable energy and electric cars, help fossil fuel workers transition, and fully address environmental justice.

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Wednesday, January 27, 2021 3:00 pm

0:58:08

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Guests:

David Daley, FairVote.org, author of 'Unrigged'

Topics

GOP voter suppression; Impeachment; Environment

Gerrymandering expert David Daley explains how GOP-controlled state legislatures are already using Trump's baseless Big Lie about 'voter fraud' in the 2020 election to launch a new wave of voter suppression laws, game the Electoral College vote, and more, in hopes of creating 'an epidemic of Republican minority rule in this country'. Biden unveils executive actions to address racial inequity. Formal procedures begin for Trump historic 2nd impeachment, as new revelations suggest the Capitol seditionists received real-time inside help. Plus Desi Doyen has our latest 'Green News Report.'

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Tuesday, January 26, 2021 3:00 pm

0:57:38

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Topics

Trump coup nearly succeeded; Voting company sues Giuliani

Astonishing new reports reveal the stunning, last-minute plot fomented by former president Trump to use the power of the Justice Dept. to steal the election - and how he very nearly succeeded. Dominion Voting Systems sues Team Trump lawyer, Rudy Giuliani, for defamation for perpetuating Trump's Big Lie that the election was stolen.

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Monday, January 25, 2021 3:00 pm

0:57:08

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Guests:

David Dayen, The American Prospect

Topics

Biden's COVID economic plan; Impeachment; US Senate

Pres. Biden advances COVID economic relief plan as Republicans attempt to continue Senate dysfunction and obstruction. Trump's 2nd impeachment Articles to be sent to Senate next week, trial to start soon after. Financial journalist David Dayen offers perspective on Biden's agenda for COVID emergency economic relief and vaccine distribution, Republicans' ongoing obstruction, and the path forward. Plus Jon Stewart's prescient thoughts from the first days of Trump's term.

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Friday, January 22, 2021 3:00 pm

0:57:08

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Topics

Clean up on Aisle #45; COVID; Environment

Yet again, another Democratic President is left to clean up an economic disaster left behind by yet another Republican President. Pres. Biden released his national COVID response plan, including building a national vaccine coordination system, resources to safely reopen schools, and revive the economy, as the US hit a new daily mortality record and weekly jobless claims spiked. QAnon conspiracy theory adherents confused and despondent over Trump's exit. Plus Desi Doyen has our latest 'Green News Report.'

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Thursday, January 21, 2021 3:00 pm

0:58:08

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Topics

Special Coverage: Inauguration Day

Special coverage of the inauguration of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. Also today: Outgoing Trump issues flood of pardons for his friends and cronies. Democrats take control of US Senate majority. Biden signs executive orders reversing some of Trump's most controversial actions on immigration, climate change, racial justice, and more.

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Wednesday, January 20, 2021 3:00 pm

0:57:38

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Guests:

Richard Eskow, host, The Zero Hour

Topics

Inauguration; Social media censorship; Environment

Trump says 'farewell' in a new video, but it will take awhile for the stink to go away. GOP Leader McConnell declares Trump 'provoked' Capital riot. Biden/Harris hold moving memorial service for 400,000 victims of COVID in U.S. Richard "RJ" Eskow discusses the potential dangers of Big Tech muzzling political viewpoints (even Trump's), and offers a progressive perspective on Biden's cabinet and agenda so far. Plus Desi Doyen has our latest 'Green News Report.'

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Tuesday, January 19, 2021 3:00 pm

0:57:38

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Guests:

Ben Clements, Free Speech For People; Tom Perriello, Open Society Foundation-US

Topics

2nd Impeachment, Accountability, and Reconciliation

Former federal prosecutor BEN CLEMENTS of the non-partisan government accountability group, Free Speech for People (FSFP), discusses why the second impeachment of Donald Trump is crucial to ensuring accountability for the 'seditious' President of the United States. Former Democratic Congressman TOM PERRIELLO draws on his extensive international experience as a diplomat in conflict resolution and transitional justice in war-torn countries to explain the one key step that the U.S. must take to end the cycle of escalating civil division and political violence that has plagued other nations.

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Friday, January 15, 2021 3:00 pm

0:58:38

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Topics

Trump/GOP Big Lie; Environment

US intelligence officials warn that Trump's Big Lie about a 'stolen' election will trigger more domestic terrorism attacks from violent extremists. Most Congressional Republicans are perpetuating Trump's Big Lie while calling for 'unity' and arguing that Trump must not be held accountable for inciting insurrection. NYC joins growing list of those severing ties with Trump and his businesses. Plus Desi Doyen has our latest 'Green News Report.'

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Thursday, January 14, 2021 3:00 pm

0:57:38

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Guests:

Former Congressman Tom Perriello (D-VA)

Topics

2nd Impeachment of Trump; Truth & Reconciliation

Trump makes history again as the first President to be impeached twice, with a (somewhat) bipartisan vote in the US House charging him with "Incitement of Insurrection" for instigating last week's deadly MAGA Mob attack on the US Capitol. Former congressman and diplomat Tom Perriello draws on his experience in conflict resolution and transitional justice in war-torn countries to explain the steps that countries must take to move beyond political violence and civil division to avoid the repetitive cycle of escalating hostilities, and actions that the incoming Biden administration can take to both help 'heal' the nation and ensure accountability, rather repeat the accountability mistakes of the Obama Administration.

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Wednesday, January 13, 2021 3:00 pm

0:58:08

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Topics

America or Autocracy?: GOPers Choosing Sides

The US now faced with a stark choice between the 'American side and the Autocratic side.' Pentagon Joint Chiefs of Staff issue unprecedented statement affirming Joe Biden will be inaugurated on Jan. 20. Major corporations withdraw campaign donations from Republicans. Former CA Gov. Arnold offers encouraging perspective in response to last week's violent, failed coup. Plus Desi Doyen has our latest 'Green News Report.'

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Tuesday, January 12, 2021 3:00 pm

0:57:08

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Topics

Trump's insurrection; Impeachment

Fallout grows from Trump incitement of insurrection at the Capitol. Democrats call for Trump's removal, via impeachment or 25th Amendment. FBI warns of new attacks against 50 state capitals and the US Capitol. Trump's minions gleefully spread new disinformation. Republicans say MAGA Mob will launch new attacks if Trump is held accountable for his actions. Callers weigh in...

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Monday, January 11, 2021 3:00 pm

0:57:38

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Guests:

Ben Clements, Free Speech For People

Topic

Impeachment

Capitol Police officer becomes 5th person killed in the US Capitol siege incited by Trump. US House to begin impeachment proceedings on Monday. More Republicans flee Trump. Dominion Voting Systems sues Team Trump lawyer Sidney Powell for defamation. Twitter bans Trump permanently. Former federal prosecutor BEN CLEMENT explains why a 2nd impeachment of Trump is key, and why Democrats must ensure legal and criminal accountability for the Trump Administration. Plus: musical satirist Randy Rainbow's new tune for this seditious moment...

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Friday, January 8, 2021 3:00 pm

0:57:08

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Topics

Trump's failed insurrection; 25th Amendment; Environment

Fallout grows from Trump's instigation of an attempted insurrection in the nation's Capitol. It failed, and Congress affirmed Biden's 'landslide' Electoral College victory. Congressional Republicans who nonetheless voted to nullify the votes of millions of Americans should live in infamy and shame. Biden calls out racial disparity in treatment of MAGA mob vs. BLM protesters. Twitter and Facebook block Trump's account to prevent him inciting more violence. Calls grow to remove Trump from office immediately through the 25th Amendment or impeachment. Plus Desi Doyen has our latest 'Green News Report.'

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Thursday, January 7, 2021 3:00 pm

0:57:38

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Guests:

Will Bunch, Philadelphia Inquirer

Topics

Trump/MAGA riot in US Capitol; GA Senate runoffs; PA GOP coup

After weeks of incitement from Donald Trump, an armed MAGA Mob stormed the US Capitol, breaching its defenses and temporarily halting the certification of Joe Biden's decisive Electoral College win. Philly Inquirer's Will Bunch discusses today's shocking insurrection at the US Capitol, how it ties in to a legislative coup by PA's Republican state legislature, and where our very divided nation goes from here. Both Democrats reportedly won Georgia' US Senate runoff races, giving Democrats the Senate majority. Plus: Pres-elect Joe Biden's calming words.

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Wednesday, January 6, 2021 3:00 pm

0:57:38

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Guests:

Lauren Windsor, journalist, The Undercurrent

Topics

GA Senate Runoffs; Trump's escape?; Environment

The 2020 Election ends today with final votes cast in GA's US Senate runoff races. Journalist LAUREN WINDSOR, on the ground in Georgia, explains her recent scoops revealing the fake populism of millionaire incumbent GOP Senators Loeffler and Perdue (running against Democrats Rev. Rafael Warnock and Jon Ossoff) and much more. Also today: an explainer on what to expect during Republicans' unprecedented coup attempt to overturn the 2020 election in Congress on Wednesday. Plus Desi Doyen has our latest 'Green News Report.'

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Tuesday, January 5, 2021 3:00 pm

0:57:38

BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Guests:

Paul Lehto, election law expert

Topics

COVID19 surge; Trump/GOP Coup Attempt

350,000+ Americans have now died from COVID19 as the pandemic surges to new highs. 10 former US Defense Secretaries issue unprecedented warning against the use of US armed forces to resolve 'election disputes.' Republican senators announce they will challenge states' electors on Jan. 6 in attempt to invalidate Joe Biden's victory in the 2020 election. Leaked audio reveals Trump threatened GA's top election official to declare he won the state. Election law expert PAUL LEHTO explains the remaining levers that Trump and Republicans can use to steal the 2020 election, and what we must learn from this madness.

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Monday, January 4, 2021 3:00 pm

0:58:38

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