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January 2, 2020

Season 2

01. Gabe Tobias & James Mackler

The AOC-inspired Movement School trains progressive organizers. Veteran Black Hawk pilot is running for US Senate seat in Tennessee.

January 2, 2020

02. Sweta Chakraborty & Lawrence Lessig

Bernie's plan to combat climate change. Professor Larry Lessig on the electoral college.

January 6, 2020

03. Adam Eichen & Jonathan Larsen

Grassroots money beats Amazon in Seattle. Jonathan Larsen on the National Prayer breakfast.

January 7, 2020

04. Cenk Uygur

Cenk Uygur on his Democratic opponent Christy Smith.

January 8, 2020

05. Heidi Sloan & Jim Keady

TX-25 Congressional Candidate Heidi Sloan joins "The Conversation." Jim Keady on The Green New Deal.

January 8, 2020

06. Lilly Adams & Donald McInnis

Lilly Adams on Trump's Nuclear Weapons policy. The murder and aftermath of 12-year-old Stephanie Crowe.

January 9, 2020

07. Dave Levinthal & Jonathan Larsen

CPI Editor-at-Large Dave Levinthal on Trump's plan to sidestep 2020 investigations. TYT Investigates and The Root dive into Buttigieg

January 13, 2020

08. Briahna Joy Gray & Colby Hall

Bernie's National Press Secretary Briahna Joy Gray on media coverage of Sanders. Mediaite found Editor Colby Hall on Warren vs Sanders.

January 14, 2020

09. Nathan J. Robinson & Mel Gagarin

Why You Should Be A Socialist. NY-6 candidate Mel Gagarin on his progressive activism.

January 15, 2020

10. Chloe Hilliard

Chloe Hilliard on her new book “F*** Your Diet”

January 16, 2020

11. Byron Reese & Amanda Edwards

Gigaom CEO Byron Reese on the internet's impact on society. Amanda Edwards challenges Sen. John Cornyn in Texas.

January 21, 2020

12. Alex Gibney

Director Alex Gibney on new documentary’Citizen K’

January 21, 2020

13. Cassie King & Sean Lai McMahon

Cassie King from "Direct Action Everywhere." Attorney Sean Lai McMahon joins The Conversation.

January 22, 2020

14. Tomas Ramos & Jonathan Metzl

Tomas Ramos on the issues facing New Yorkers. Jonathan Metzl on the future of gun research.

January 23, 2020

15. Rachel Ventura & Russ Cirincione

Candidate Rachel Ventura on how progressive policies will help IL-11. Candidate Russ Cirincione on bringing progressive solutions to NJ-6.

January 27, 2020

16. Jackie Fielder & Cenk Uygur

CA Senate candidate Jackie Fielder (SD11) on housing justice for all. CA-25 candidate Cenk Uygur on the DCCC backing opponent Christy Smith.

January 28, 2020

17. Zachary Siegel & Sean Shaw

What is Joe Biden's 'crack house' crusade. Attorney & Civic Leader Sean Shaw on Gov. Desantis' 'poll tax.'

January 29, 2020

18. Shaniyat Chowdhury & Frances Yasmeen Motiwalla

NY-5 candidate Shaniyat Chowdhury on challenging 20 year Democratic incumbent Meeks. Candidate Frances Motiwalla on how progressive policies will help CA-34.

January 30, 2020

19. Krystal Ball & Amanda Terkel

Krystal Ball on her new book "The Populist's Guide to 2020." When will the media take progressives seriously?

February 3, 2020

20. Ezra Klein

Ezra Klein on his book “Why We’re Polorized.”

February 4, 2020

21. Nabilah Islam & Amanda Siebe

Nabilah Islam on Trump's Muslim ban expansion. Amanda Siebe on the issues affecting OR-1

February 5, 2020

22. Noam Chomsky

Noam Chomsky joins The Conversation.

February 5, 2020

23. Kim McCarthy & Rob Richie

The issues affecting Ohio District 73. Rob Richie on ranked choice voting.

February 6, 2020

24. Mike Siegel & Lindsey Boylan

Former Lawyer and Teacher running for Congress in TX-10. Lindsey Boylan is running to unseat NY Rep. Jerry Nadler.

February 10, 2020

25. Cristina Tzintzún Ramirez & Wendell Potter

Cristina Tzintzun Ramirez on her campaign for US Senate. Former Health Insurance exec turned whistleblower.

February 12, 2020

26. Rishi Kumar & Thom Hartmann

Rishi Kumar on his Congressional Campaign. Thom Hartmann on the Republican war on voting.

February 13, 2020

27. Alexander Sammon & Babs Ramsey

Small dollar donations vs high dollar, pay for access fundraising. Babs Ramsey on Nebraska's farmers, ending Trump tariffs.

February 17, 2020

28. Lorena Garcia & Jennifer Cohn

Lorena Garcia on running against John Hickenlooper. Can electronic voting machines be hacked?

February 18, 2020

29. Ken Klippenstein & Ryan Grim

Leaked Bloomberg campaign NDA. Bloomberg is stealing staffers from local campaigns.

February 19, 2020

30. Amy Cox & Munira Ahmed

Amy Cox is running for State Rep in Ohio's 43rd district. Munira Ahmed on how her photo inspired artist Shepard Fairey.

February 20, 2020

31. Bill Theobald & Suraj Patel

Will swing state's 2020 hacking protections hold? Suraj Patel's bid to unseat Rep. Carolyn Maloney.

February 24, 2020

32. Donna Imam

Donna Imam on her grassroots congressional campaign.

February 26, 2020

33. Ari Herstand & Sara Azari

CA assembly bill 5's impact on the music industry. New book highlights all of Trump's crimes.

February 27, 2020

34. Skylar Hurwitz & Stephen Smith

Skylar Hurwitz on his congressional campaign. Stephen Smith on the WV can't wait movement.

March 2, 2020

35. Cenk Uygur

Cenk Uygur discusses his congressional campaign.

March 4, 2020

36. Imam Abdul Malik Mujahid & Caroline Phillips

Violence in New Delhi over India's 'citizenship' law. Cannabis festival raises social justice awareness.

March 5, 2020

37. Lizz Winstead

Daily Show creator Lizz Winstead joins The Conversation.

March 9, 2020

38. Jen Perelman & Terron Sims

Jen Perelman on her race against Debbie Wasserman Schultz. Terron Sims on HR-51, the DC Admission Act.

March 11, 2020

39. Rudy Reves & Dr. Sweta Chakraborty

Rudy Reves on surviving the San Diego fires. Dr. Chakraborty on the dangers of Covid-19.

March 12, 2020

40. Jerry Mitchell

New book reopens unsolved murders during civil rights era.

March 18, 2020

41. Ryan Grim

The Intercept's Ryan Grim joins The Conversation to discuss the sexual assault allegations against Joe Biden.

April 6, 2020

42. Mehdi Hasan

The Intercept's Mehdi Hasan joins The Conversation to discuss Trump and Iran.

April 8, 2020

43. Norman Broderick & Kshama Sawant

"Suppressed" Documentary star Norman Broderick | Seattle City Councilmember Kshama Sawant

April 9, 2020

44. Nomi Prins & Ruth Ben-Ghiat

Journalist and Financial Expert Nomi Prins joins The Conversation. Authoritarianism expert Ruth Ben-Ghiat speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how Trump exhibits many authoritarian traits.

April 13, 2020

45. Shaun King

Shaun King speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the end of Bernie Sanders' campaign.

April 14, 2020

46. David Sirota

David Sirota speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about Bernie Sanders' 2020 presidential run.

April 14, 2020

47. Ruth Sanchez & Andy Grieve

The "Angel of Antelope Valley" Ruth Sanchez speaks with Cenk Uygur about homelessness in High Desert in Los Angeles County | Emmy award winning director Andy Grieve speaks with Cenk Uygur about the new Netflix docuseries The Innocence Files.

April 15, 2020

48. Frank Smyth & Albert Lee

Author Frank Smyth speaks with Michael Shure about his new book The NRA: The Unauthorized History. Congressional candidate Albert Lee on his run for Oregon's 3rd District.

April 16, 2020

49. Ti-Hua Chang & Eric Ohlsen

Ti-Hua Chang on how big oil has benefited from the coronavirus stimulus. Eric Ohlsen on how the DNC meddles in progressive candidate's campaigns.

April 20, 2020

50. David Dayen

Journalist David Dayen speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about banks seizing stimulus checks.

April 21, 2020

51. Harvey Kaye, Vanessa Potkin, & Peter Neufeld

Harvey Kaye on his new book "FDR on Democracy." Vanessa Potkin & Peter Neufeld on the new Netflix show The Innocence Files.

April 22, 2020

52. Hector Oseguera & John Iadarola

Hector Oseguera speaks with Michael Shure on The Conversation about candidacy for Congress in NJ-08. John Iadarola on his climate change docuseries Truth North.

April 23, 2020

53. Dave Weigel & Vic Dibitetto

Washington Post Reporter Dave Weigel speaks with Cenk Uygur about the state of the 2020 election. Comedian Vic Dibitetto on his viral COVID-19 rant.

April 27, 2020

54. Katherine Stewart & Zahra Burton

Author Katherine Stewart on her new book The Power Worshippers: Inside the Dangerous Rise of Religious Nationalism. Journalist Zahra Burton on her TV news magazine, 18 Degrees North.

April 28, 2020

55. John Nichols & Elie Mystal

John Nichols speaks with Cenk Uygur on whether or not the Democratic Party has a soul. Justice Correspondent Elie Mystal on how Republicans are obsessed with stacking the court system in their favor.

April 29, 2020

56. Jonathan Metzl & Adam Eichen

Gun violence expert Jonathan Metzl speaks with Mark Thompson on The Conversation about how COVID-19 led to a rise in gun ownership. Adam Eichen on voter suppression during COVID-19-era.

April 30, 2020

57. Sarah Dowland & Ken Wyniemko

Sarah Dowland & Ken Wyniemko speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about Ken's incredible wrongful conviction episode of the The Innocence Files.

May 1, 2020

58. Thearse McCalmon & Kenya Evelyn

Thearse McCalmon speaks with Michael Shure on The Conversation about her campaign for a state senate seat in New York. Race and identity reporter Kenya Evelyn on why people of color are disproportionally effected by COVID-19.

May 4, 2020

59. Jay Willis & Shahid Buttar

The Appeal's Jay Willis speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how conservative judges are exploiting the coronavirus crisis. California Congressional candidate Shahid Buttar on his race against Nancy Pelosi.

May 6, 2020

60. Kara Eastman & Mike Magee

Congressional candidate Kara Eastman speaks with Mark Thompson on The Conversation about the cracks in U.S. social service systems. CEO of Chiefs for Change Mike Magee on equity in education during a pandemic.

May 7, 2020

61. Josh Fox & David Klein

Filmmaker Josh Fox speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how the Green New Deal is the cure for the effects of the fossil fuel industry. CEO and Co-founder of Commonbond David Klein on navigating student loans during the coronavirus pandemic.

May 11, 2020

62. Michael Brooks

Michael Brooks speaks with Ana Kasparian on The Conversation about how the left can counteract the so-called "intellectual dark web".

May 12, 2020

63. Dr. Rashad Richey & Ryan Felton

Dr. Rashad Richey speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why Ahmaud Arbery's death was a "modern day lynching." Investigative reporter Ryan Felton on where bottled water comes from.

May 13, 2020

64. Adrienne Lawrence

Adrienne Lawrence speaks with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about her new book Staying in the Game: The Playbook for Beating Sexual Harassment.

May 14, 2020

65. Justin Jackson

LA Chargers' Justin Jackson joins TYT.

May 18, 2020

66. Zach Carter & Kai Newkirk

Huffington Post Senior Reporter Zach Carter speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the father Keynesian economics. Progressive activist Kai Newkirk on how he organized a progressive COVID-19 protest.

May 19, 2020

67. Theo Henderson & Andrew Romano

Podcaster Theo Henderson speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the homeless crisis in Los Angeles. Yahoo News correspondent Andrew Romano on the differences in how Germany and Sweden are handling the COVID-19 pandemic.

May 20, 2020

68. Ben Crump

Civil rights attorney Ben Crump speaks with Michael Shure on The Conversation about how to defend against the smear campaign against murder victim Ahmaud Arbery.

May 21, 2020

69. Bernie Sanders

Bernie Sanders on the unity task force, uniting progressives. Bernie Sanders is still fighting for progressives.

May 22, 2020

70. David Sirota John Salzinger, & Seungah Jeong

David Sirota speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about Joe Biden's "unity task forces". @MPOWERD executives John Salzinger and Seungah Jeong on their experiences with COVID-19 and their approach to running a B Corporation.

May 26, 2020

71. Jesse Eisinger & Alex Sammon

ProPublica senior reporter Jesse Eisinger speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how stimulus funds have been unequally distributed. Writer Alex Sammon on how the Small Business Administration handled the stimulus packages.

May 27, 2020

72. Ramy Youssef

Comedian Ramy Youssef speaks with Maytha Alhassen on The Conversation about the new season of his show "Ramy".

May 28, 2020

73. Ben Jealous

Ben Jealous speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about George Floyd's death and police brutality during the protests.

June 1, 2020

74. Ken Klippenstein & Judah Friedlander

Nation reporter Ken Klippenstein speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about Trump's plan to use the military inside the U.S. Judah Friedlander on coronavirus and the unrest in America.

June 2, 2020

75. Joe Walsh & Mike Broihier

Former U.S. Congressman Joe Walsh speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why he stopped supporting Trump. U.S. Senate candidate Mike Broihier on running as a progressive in Kentucky.

June 3, 2020

76. Dr. Rashad Richey

Dr. Rashad Richey speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the George Floyd protests in Atlanta.

June 4, 2020

77. Adam McKay, Margaret Klein, & Samelys Lopez

Margaret Klein & Adam McKay speak with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about changing the world's mind about climate change. Samelys Lopez on her Congressional run in New York.

June 5, 2020

78. Jennifer Larsen & Jackie Fielder

Jennifer Larsen speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about her run for freeholder in New Jersey. Jackie Fielder her candidacy for state senate in California.

June 8, 2020

79. Baba Akili & Kim Mangone

Kim Mangone speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about running for the congressional seat in CA-23. Baba Akili on what "defund the police" really means.

June 9, 2020

80. Nina Turner & Lauren Ashcraft

Lauren Ashcraft speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how her controversial fundraising email. Nina Turner on reforming law enforcement in the United States.

June 10, 2020

81. Jonathan Herzog & Nate McMurray

Congressional candidate Nate McMurray speaks with Michael Shure on The Conversation about his run for the seat in NY-27. Congressional candidate Jonathan Herzog on his run to represent Wall Street in Congress.

June 11, 2020

82. Fisher Stevens, Jean-Éric Vergne, Kathryn Boyd-Batstone, & Melinna Bobadilla

Fisher Stevens & Jean-Éric Vergne speak with Michael Shure on The Conversation about their new documentary And We Go Green. Kathryn Boyd-Batstone and Melinna Bobadilla on their new documentary For Rosa.

June 12, 2020

83. James Felton Keith & Steve Hill

Congressional candidate James Felton Keith speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his run for NY-13. Steve Hill on his recent police discrimination experience.

June 15, 2020

84. Jamaal Bowman & Khaled Abdelghany

Jamaal Bowman speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how he's pulling off an underdog congressional campaign in New York. National Guardsman Khaled Abdelghany on the viral video of him chanting with protesters in D.C.

June 16, 2020

85. Kenya Evelyn & Derrell Bradford

Derrell Bradford speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about how children of color were disproportionally affected when schools shutdown during the coronavirus pandemic. Kenya Evelyn on the history of institutional racism in the United States.

June 17, 2020

86. Isiah James & Shaniyat Chowdhury

Congressional candidate Shaniyat Chowdhury speaks with Michael Shure on The Conversation about his run for NY-5. Congressional candidate Isiah James on his run for NY-9.

June 18, 2020

87. Ron Perlman

Ron Perlman speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his Twitter beef with Ted Cruz.

June 19, 2020

88. Sean Shaw & Elie Mystal

Attorney and civic leader Sean Shaw speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about police abuse and brutality. Elie Mystal on boycotting the U.S. because of racism.

June 23, 2020

89. Sarah Jaffe & Ti-Hua Chang

Sarah Jaffe speaks with Michael Shure on The Conversation about what is going on with "PTO Debt". TYT Investigates reporter Ti-Hua Chang on why stimulus money hasn't gone towards climate change.

June 24, 2020

90. Maya Rockeymoore Cummings

Dr. Maya Rockeymoore Cummings speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about her three part strategy to manage the coronavirus pandemic.

June 25, 2020

91. Gary Chambers

Gary Chambers speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his viral address to a school board in Louisiana.

June 29, 2020

92. Lizz Winstead & Suraj Patel

Abortion Access Front founder Lizz Winstead speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the recent supreme court decision concerning abortion rights. Congressional candidate Suraj Patel on Tuesday's primary results.

June 30, 2020

93. Ron Suskind

Founder of Bongomedia Ron Suskind speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his extensive journalism career and new app.

July 1, 2020

94. Maytha Alhassen

Maytha Alhassen speaks with Ana Kasparian on The Conversation about the police abolition movement.

July 2, 2020

95. Nayyera Haq & Jess Scarene

Jess Scarene speaks with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about her run for a U.S. Senate seat in Delaware. Nayyera Haq on Russian bounties and Stacey Abrams.

July 6, 2020

96. Eynelys Vinson & David Shimer

Eynelys Vinson speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about her run for Palmdale, CA City Council. Author David Shimer on how vulnerable our election systems are to Russian intrusions.

July 7, 2020

97. Rev. William Barber

Civil Rights Activist Rev. William Barber speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about fighting for economic justice.

July 8, 2020

98. Jermaine Starr & Ashley McGirt

Journalist Terrell Jermaine Starr speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about his new podcast "Black Diplomats". Therapist and author Ashley McGirt on the deep effects of historical and systematic trauma.

July 9, 2020

99. Dolores Huerta

Dolores Huerta speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about living a life of advocacy and activism.

July 13, 2020

100. Ken Klippenstein & Simona Grace

Journalist Ken Klippenstein speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his Twitter exchange with Elon Musk. Founder of Moms in Office Simona Grace on her efforts to expand how many mothers get elected to public office.

July 14, 2020

101. Kenya Evelyn & Dylan Brody

Humorist and author Dylan Brody speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about making comedy during covid-19. Guardian reporter Kenya Evelyn on why minority communities in the U.S. have a higher risk of contacting covid-19.

July 15, 2020

102. Bob the Drag Queen & Jason Harrow

Bob the Drag Queen speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about how drag queens fight for social change. Chief Counsel at Equal Citizens Jason Harrow speaks with Francesca Fiorentini about how to fix the electoral college.

July 16, 2020

103. Wade McMullen & Ihssan Leckey

Congressional candidate Ihssan Leckey speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why she decided to run for Joe Kennedy's former seat in Massachusetts. Managing attorney at Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Wade McMullen on how Trump is continuing to limit immigration.

July 20, 2020

104. Jen Perelman & Ryan Grim

Jen Perelman speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about her congressional race against Debbie Wasserman Schultz in Florida. TYT Contributor Ryan Grim on progressive candidates in democratic primaries.

July 21, 2020

105. Jeet Heer & Mustafa Tameez

National Affairs Correspondent for The Nation Jeet Heer speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about unidentified federal agents clashing with protesters in Portland. Former DHS consultant Mustafa Tameez on Trump's illegal use of force against protestors in Portland.

July 23, 2020

106. Richard Kreitner & Jonathan Metzl

Author Richard Kreitner speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how disunion in the United States could lead to states seceding. Professor and author Jonathan Metzl on Trump's abysmal handling of Covid-19.

July 27, 2020

107. Thomas Frank & Mary Ziegler

Journalist and Author Thomas Frank speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about the history of populism in the U.S. Author Mary Ziegler on the current state of women's reproductive rights in the U.S.

July 28, 2020

108. Rebecca Parson & Ilyse Hogue

Congressional candidate Rebecca Parson speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about her run to represent Washington's 6th district. Author and President of NARAL Pro Choice America Ilyse Hogue on how the radical right is on the verge of banning abortion in the U.S.

July 29, 2020

109. Eddie Glaude & Dr. Carl Hart

Professor Eddie Glaude speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about his new book about his new book Begin Again. Scientist, professor, author and activist Dr. Carl Hart on the myth of drugs contributing to the killings of black people.

July 30, 2020

110. Manuel Oliver

Manuel Oliver speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about on his son Jonquin, a victim of gun violence.

August 3, 2020

111. Ken Klippenstein & John Nichols

Reporter for The Nation Ken Klippenstein speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about Trump's attempt to label antifa as a terrorist organization. The Nation's National Affairs Correspondent John Nichols on why the mainstream Democratic Party is rejecting progressive ideals.

August 4, 2020

112. Maytha Alhassen & Sheryl Ring

Maytha Alhassen speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about why so many people still aren't wearing masking during the COVID-19 pandemic. Tenants Rights Attorney and Advocate Sheryl Ring on the eviction crisis caused by COVID-19.

August 5, 2020

113. Ro Khanna & Dr. Anthea Butler

Ro Khanna speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about huge victories for progressives across the map. University of Pennsylvania Professor Dr. Anthea Butler on the reason why evangelicals vote for Trump.

August 6, 2020

114. Melba Pearson & Abené Clayton

Candidate for Miami-Dade State Attorney Melba Pearson speaks with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about why she decided to run. Abené Clayton on how Covid-19 spread in California's prison system.

August 10, 2020

115. Zephyr Teachout & Andru Volinsky

Gubernatorial candidate Andru Volinsky speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why he's running for the top job in New Hampshire. Zephyr Teachout on her new book about deals with breaking up monopolies.

August 11, 2020

116. Joe Sandberg, Morgan Pehme, & Daniel DiMauro

Aspiration Co-founder Joe Sanberg speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about who actually wins as the economy attempts to recover from Covid-19. Directors of "The Swamp" Morgan Pehme & Daniel DiMauro on how to fix the systemic corruption at the heart of Congress right now.

August 12, 2020

117. Céline Semaan & Jessica Malaty Rivera

Slow Factory Foundation Founder Céline Semaan speaks with Maytha Alhassen on The Conversation about how the explosion in Beirut has become a catalyst for revolution in Lebanon. Infectious Disease Expert Jessica Malaty Rivera on how important it is to make science useful to the general public.

August 13, 2020

118. Alex Morse

Congressional candidate Alex Morse speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the targeted attack to ruin his campaign.

August 14, 2020

119. Brent Welder & Zack Malitz

Zack Malitz speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about holding Texas Governor, Greg Abbott, accountable for Texas' Covid-19 response. Brent Welder on the influence of corporate lobbyist on the DNC.

August 17, 2020

120. Cori Bush

Cori Bush speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how she toppled a political dynasty.

August 18, 2020

121. Noam Chomky

Noam Chomky speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how consent to nominate Joe Biden was manufactured by the mainstream media.

August 19, 2020

122. Nina Turner

Nina Turner speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about what the future of the Democratic Party looks like.

August 21, 2020

123. Anthony Baxter

Filmmaker Anthony Baxter speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his new documentary "You've Been Trumped Too".

August 24, 2020

124. Lex Steppler & Jared A. Ball

Dignity and Power Now Director Lex Steppler speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about the situation around the police shooting of Jacob Blake. Morgan State University Professor Jared A. Ball on how race and class are inseparable.

August 25, 2020

125. Marjon Carlos & Monifa Bandele

Journalist Marjon Carlos speaks with Maytha Alhassen on The Conversation about how Cardi B is an advocate for progressive policies and female empowerment. Senior VP of Moms Rising Monifa Bandele on the upcoming Black National Convention.

August 26, 2020

126. Rashad Richey & David Kim

CA-34 Congressional candidate David Kim speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about his run to represent his community. Radio Host Rashad Richey on the police killing of Jacob Blake.

August 27, 2020

127. Chuck Rocha & Jenna Arnold

Jenna Arnold speaks with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about her new book Raising Our Hands. Chuck Rocha on how Bernie Sanders brought latinos into the progressive movement.

August 31, 2020

128. Paula Jean Swearengin & Alicia Garza

Paula Jean Swearengin and Alicia Garza speak with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation.

September 1, 2020

129. David Becker & Max Burns

David Becker and Max Burns speak with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation.

September 2, 2020

130. Jason Stanley & Fadi Quran

Yale University professor Jason Stanley speaks with Michael Shure on The Conversation about the Trump administrations fascist politics. Avaaz Campaign Director Fadi Quran on the rise of Covid-19 misinformation on Facebook.

September 3, 2020

131. Eric Ohlsen & Dr. Wendy Osefo

Democrat strategist Dr. Wendy Osefo speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the presidential race and Joe Biden's outreach to progressives. Eric Ohlsen on why he needed to run for Mayor of Palmdale.

September 9, 2020

132. Joanne Bagshaw & Eddie Kim

Author Joanne Bagshaw speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about why it's important to understand feminism. Eddie Kim on how Save the Children became a conspiracy grift.

September 10, 2020

133. Solomon Rajput & Brandon Tucker

ACLU of Tennessee Policy Director Brandon Tucker speaks with Michael Shure on The Conversation about how free speech and protesters are being criminalized. Chair of Done Waiting Solomon Rajput on how his organization can help progressive campaigns across the U.S.

September 11, 2020

134. Shahid Buttar

CA-12 Congressional Candidate Shahid Buttar speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the disagreements between himself and his campaign staff.

September 14, 2020

135. Richard Ojeda & Aida Rodriguez

Retired Major Richard Ojeda speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the goals of No Dem Left Behind. Aida Rodriguez on how this year's Emmy nominations failed latinx actors.

September 15, 2020

136. Liz Garbus & Lisa Cortes

Liz Garbus and Lisa Cortes speak with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about their new movie All In: The Fight for Democracy.

September 16, 2020

137. Sasha Abramsky & Dr. Sweta Chakraborty

Nation Columnist Sasha Abramsky speaks with Mark Thompson on The Conversation about Trump's threat to democracy. Climate Change Expert Sweta Chakraborty on how to communicate the reality of the risks of climate change.

September 17, 2020

138. Ravi Patel

Actor Ravi Patel speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about his new docuseries.

September 21, 2020

139. Alex Gibney

Alex Gibney

September 22, 2020

140. Michael Waldman

Michael Waldman speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the battle over the Supreme Court vacancy.

September 23, 2020

141. Vijay Ravindran & Gina Torres

CEO of Floreo Vijay Ravindran speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about how virtual reality can help children on the autism spectrum. Actress Gina Torres on diversity in show business.

September 24, 2020

142. Jon Hoadley & Xander Schultz

State Representative Jon Hoadley speaks with Mark Thompson on The Conversation about his campaign for Michigan's 6th District. When We Band Together Cofounder Xander Schultz on how the Moria refugee camp is handling the recent fires.

September 25, 2020

143. David Becker & Greg Ellis

Actor, author, and host of the "The Respondent" Greg Ellis speaks with Michael Shure on The Conversation about why men are struggling emotionally during the COVID-19 pandemic. Center for Election Innovation & Research's David Becker on making a plan and voting early.

September 28, 2020

144. Michael Patrick Oristian & Pam Keith

Former Congressional Candidate Michael Patrick Oristian speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why he supports everything Trump does. FL-18 Congressional Nominee Pam Keith on the controversies surrounding her Republican opponent.

September 29, 2020

145. James Thompson & Tara Palmeri

Judicial candidate for KS-18 James Thompson speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about his struggle with cancer and how he got on the ballet to be a judge. Investigative Reporter Tara Palmeri on her new podcast Broken: Seeking Justice.

September 30, 2020

146. Derek W. Black & Angelica Dueñas

Author of Schoolhouse Burning Derek W. Black speaks with Emma Vigeland on The Conversation about Betsy Devos' attack on America's public education system. Congressional Candidate Angelica Dueñas on why she can't be bought.

October 1, 2020

147. Lizz Winstead & Dan Sherrel

Abortion Access Front Founder Lizz Winstead speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about what will happen to abortion rights if Amy Coney Barrett is confirmed to the Supreme Court. #VoteTrumpOut Campaign Director Dan Sherrel on why the left should vote Trump out.

October 6, 2020

148. Patrick Nelson & Brian Stelter

State Senate Candidate Patrick Nelson speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why his vote could have a massive impact for citizens of New York. DCNN's Chief Media Correspondent Brian Stelter on his new book Hoax: Donald Trump, Fox News and the Dangerous Distortion of Truth.

October 7, 2020

149. Rick Wilson

Co-founder of the Lincoln Project Rick Wilson speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how to get conservatives to vote for Joe Biden.

October 8, 2020

150. Cathy Areu, John Hoffman, & Kahane Cooperman

Host of Liberal Sherpa podcast Cathy Areu speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about why young Cuban-Americans are against Trump. Filmmakers Kahane Cooperman and John Hoffman on their new movie The Antidote: Stories of Kindness and Decency in America.

October 12, 2020

151. Alex Sammon & Matt Mattern

American Prospect Staff Writer Alex Sammon speaks with Mark Thompson on The Conversation about how progressives took on the DCCC. Founder of Championing America Matt Mattern on why he left the Republican Party.

October 13, 2020

152. Kyle Bibby & Carlton Larson

National Campaigns Manager for Common Defense Kyle Bibby speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about the issues that matter to progressive veterans. Author and Professor Carlton Larson on his new book On Treason: A Citizen's Guide to the Law.

October 14, 2020

153. Othón Nolasco & Terrance Woodbury

Co-founder of No Us Without You Othón Nolasco speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about how to ensure undocumented families have enough food during the pandemic. Owner and Principal of Hit Strategies Terrance Woodbury speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about how to reach underrepresented groups of voters.

October 15, 2020

154. Farron Cousins & Mia Mason

Congressional Candidate Mia Mason speaks with Ryan Grim on The Conversation about why she is trying to turn MD-1 from red to blue. Ring of Honor Host Farron Cousins on which way Florida could go in the upcoming election.

October 19, 2020

155. Tom LoBianco & Kara Eastman

Congressional Candidate Kara Eastman speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about her race against Rep. Don Bacon. Political Correspondent for Business Insider Tom LoBianco on his new book Piety & Power: Mike Pence and the Taking of the White House.

October 20, 2020

156. Charlotte Swasey & Viviana Vigil

Political Commentator Viviana Vigil speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how Trump is gaining popularity with Latino men. Charlotte Swasey from Data for Progress on how things could go horribly wrong on November 3rd.

October 21, 2020

157. Jon Meacham

Author of The Soul of America Jon Meacham speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the long struggle between progressives and conservatives.

October 22, 2020

158. Kyle Kulinski & Dr. Merav Ben-David

Democrat for U.S. Senate Dr. Merav Ben-David speaks with Mark Thompson on The Conversation about her science-based campaign. Host of Secular Talk Kyle Kulinski speaks on where progressive grassroots energy could be focused moving forward.

October 26, 2020

159. Mike Siegel & Josh Balk

Vice President of Farm Animal Protection Josh Balk speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the biggest problems farm animals face. Congressional Nominee for TX-10 Mike Siegel on why his race is so important for progressives.

October 27, 2020

160. Julie Oliver

Democratic Nominee in TX-25 Julie Oliver speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about running as a progressive in Texas.

October 28, 2020

161. Chris Boutté & Tim Ward

Host of the Rewired Soul Chris Boutté speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about why people should be skeptical about conspiracy theories. Co-author of Pro Truth Tim Ward on how truth is on the ballot this election season.

October 29, 2020

162. Joshua Kahn Russell

Joshua Kahn Russell speaks with Ana Kasparian on The Conversation about how to prevent the Trump administration from orchestrating a coup following the election.

November 2, 2020

163. Larry Lessig

Harvard Law Professor Larry Lessig speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about Trump's false accusations of voter fraud.

November 9, 2020

164. Keiajah “KJ” Brooks

Community Organizer and Activist Keiajah “KJ” Brooks speaks with Ana Kasparian on The Conversation about her viral speech at a police commissioners meeting.

November 10, 2020

165. Akela Lacy & Yaron Zilberman

Politics Reporter at the Intercept Akela Lacy speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how progressive Democrats won in the 2020 election. Director of the Valley of Tears Yaron Zilberman on his documentary that tells the story of the first three days of the Yom Kippur War.

November 11, 2020

166. Ryan Grim & Ken Klippenstein

The Intercept's Ryan Grim speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why President-elect Joe Biden chose Ron Klain to be his chief of staff. Reporter for The Nation Ken Klippenstein on how he trolled Richard Grenell on Twitter.

November 12, 2020

167. Eddie Kim & Dr. Cynthia Miller-Idriss

Author Dr Cynthia Miller-Idriss speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about understanding the rising extremism in America. Features Writer for Mel Eddie Kim on the effect of California's Prop 22 on gig workers.

November 16, 2020

168. Alex Sammon & Frederick Joseph

Staff Writer at the American Prospect Alex Sammon speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why centrist Democrats are blaming progressives for 2020 loses. Author and Marketer Frederick Joseph on his upcoming book The Black Friend.

November 17, 2020

169. Kali Holloway & Michael Hull

Director of the Make It Right Project Kali Holloway speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about psychological after effects of Trump's presidency. Filmmaker Michael Hull on his documentary about the Attica prison riots.

November 18, 2020

170. Stacey Henson & Barry Eidlin

Clinical Reviewer for the Recovery Village Stacey Henson speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about the effect of the election on Democrats vs. Republicans. Professor of Sociology at McGill University Barry Eidlin on where Trumpism is headed now that the election is over.

November 19, 2020

171. Zeke Stokes & Ankur Jain

Zeke Stokes speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about what Trump's refusal to concede says about America. Kairos HQ Co-founder and Co-CEO Ankur Jain on how his organization is working to fix the housing crisis.

November 23, 2020

172. David Pakman & Charles Coleman Jr.

Host of the David Pakman Show, David Pakman, speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the upcoming Biden's administration and his Spanish language news show. Charles Coleman Jr. on the police killing two black teenager in Brevard County, FL.

November 24, 2020

173. Eitan Prins-Trachtenberg, Hannah Taheri, Nikka Makhani, & Laura Flanders

Co-founders of The Ballot Project Eitan Prins-Trachtenberg, Hannah Taheri and Nikka Makhani speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how students in high school are getting out the vote in local election. Host of the Laura Flanders Show, Laura Flanders on how local people can make progressive priorities happen.

November 25, 2020

174. Lizz Winstead & Rashad Ritchie

Abortion AF Founder Lizz Winstead speaks with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about her new comedy special Corona Borealis. The Host of the Rashad Ritchey Show, Rashad Ritchie, on the upcoming elections in Georgia.

November 30, 2020

175. Joel Simon & Greg Palast

Executive Director for the Committee to Protect Journalists, Joel Simons, speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the global consequences of Trump's rhetoric towards the media. Investigative Reporter Greg Palast on tracking purged voters in Georgia.

December 1, 2020

176. Kandist Mallett & Walter Masterson

Journalist and Columnist Kandist Mallett speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why Biden is calling for a "United America". Actor and Content Creator Walter Masterson on his experiences interviewing Trump supporters.

December 2, 2020

177. Nia Miranda & Mark Titus

"Artivist" and businesswoman Nia Miranda speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about how art is the strongest form of change. Filmmaker Mark Titus on his new film The Wild.

December 3, 2020

178. Nsé Ufot & Justin Horwitz

New Georgia Project CEO Nsé Ufot speaks with Benjamin Dixon on The Conversation about what to expect in the Georgia runoff election. Really American PAC Founder Justin Horwitz on his grassroots efforts in the Georgia runoff elections.

December 7, 2020

179. Brianna Wu & Gary Chambers Jr.

Rebellion PAC Executive Director Brianna Wu speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how the PAC's new ad speaks to working class Georgians. Publisher of the Rouge Collection Gary Chambers Jr. on his potential run for U.S. Congress.

December 8, 2020

180. Larry Lessig & Steve Hofstetter

Professor of Law at Harvard Larry Lessig speaks with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about why he's worried about state legislatures attempting to hand the election to Trump. Comedian Steve Hofstetter on comedy during quarantine.

December 9, 2020

181. Fritzi Horstman & Tom Bowmanspeak

Founder of the Compassion Prison Project Fritzi Horstman speaks with Francesca Fiorentini on The Conversation about how trauma leads to incarceration. Author of What If Solving the Climate Crisis Was Simple Tom Bowman on how easy it is to solve climate change.

December 10, 2020

182. Saru Jayaraman & Tamara Toles O'Laughlin

President of One Fair Wage Saru Jayaraman speaks with Mark Thompson on The Conversation about how restaurant staff face increased hostility during Covid-19. North American Directory of 350.org Tamara Toles O'Laughlin on what trading water means for future generations.

December 14, 2020

183. Akela Lacy & Charles Coleman Jr.

Intercept Politics Reporter Akela Lacy speaks with Ryan Grim on The Conversation about the effort to end surprise hospital billing. Civil Rights Attorney Charles Coleman Jr. on how lawful black gun owners are treated unfairly in the U.S.

December 15, 2020

184. Ti-Hua Chang, Rebecca Roskill, & Willem Morris

TYT Investigative Reporter Ti-Hua Chang speaks with Michael Shure on The Conversation about the future of environmental justice under President Biden. Columbia DSA Organizers Willem Morrisa and Rebecca Roskill on why Columbia students are refusing to pay tuition.

December 16, 2020

185. Mustafa Tameez & Yannick Marshall

Democratic Strategist Mustafa Tameez speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about the Senate runoff races in Georgia. Professor of Africana Study at Knox College Yannick Marshall on how Obama called Defund the Police a 'snappy slogan'.

December 17, 2020

186. Patrice Amandla Sulton & Beth Bourdon

The Executive Director of the D.C. Justice Lab Patrice Amandla Sulton speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about the reforms needed to make our criminal justice system less brutal. FOIA Lawyer Beth Bourdon on what inspired her to help advance Ken Klippenstein's groundbreaking journalism.

December 21, 2020

187. David Sirota

Founder and Editor of the Daily Poster David Sirota speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about if Medicare for All should be forced to a floor vote.

December 22, 2020

188. Rev. William Barber & Rev. Dr. Liz Theoharis

Rev. William Barber and Rev. Dr. Liz Theoharis speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about how to push president-elect Biden in the right direction to help the poor.

December 23, 2020

189. Ken Klippenstein

Reporter for The Nation Ken Klippenstein speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about why the military is making soldiers pay for Covid-19 tests.

December 29, 2020

190. David Dayen

Executive Editor of the American Prospect David Dayen speaks with Cenk Uygur on The Conversation about the latest updates on the Covid relief bill.

December 30, 2020

191. Farron Cousins & Dr. Rashad Richey

Host of Ring of Fire Farron Cousins speaks with Adrienne Lawrence on The Conversation about the fight for stimulus checks. Dr. Rashad Richey on the Georgia runoff elections.

December 31, 2020