For a direct, short, and insightful commentary, listen to this podcast by political analyst and radio talkshow host John Rothmann. Each podcast will focus on a different issue in order to shine a spotlight on what is happening in our world today. Current events are fast paced and getting a glimpse behind the headlines is critical.
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The Mark Thompson Show lives to see another day! Join your host Mark Thompson, news maven Kim McCallister, and fabulous producer John Daly every weekday live on YouTube from 10am-noon as they present issues of the day, Law & Disorder, News of the Bizarre, That’s Rich, It’s the Planet Stupid!, Friday Fabulous Florida, and so much more!
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Do you have questions about finance and investing? Or maybe you are reaching or already in retirement and have questions about how to pay for it? Well, you’ve come to the right place. In these podcasts, radio talk show host John Rothmann asks the questions and Rebalance’s Chief Investment Officer and Managing Director Mitch Tuchman gives you the answers! Together this dynamic duo, along with a different guest in each episode, shed light on how to Live Well & Retire With More. For more inform ...
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Beowulf Rochlen covers the inanity and insanity of American politics and culture in the first half of the 21st century. Call or text (202) 656-6271 any time to participate in the show! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/facepalm-america--5189985/support.
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John Rothmann: Our goal on The Voice is to inform in advance of November 5 (July 29, 2024)
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Hot Start For Kamala Harris Has GOP Scrambling & Resetting, Analysis From John Rothmann 7/24/24
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Immediately, the energy of the 2024 presidential race took on a different feel when Vice President Kamala Harris stepped in. Money and volunteers rolled in rapidly, frightening GOP leaders. Right away, attacks began from Trump posting on social media that it wasn’t fair that he spent money campaigning against President Biden, to Republicans raising…
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Harris in the Media, the Supreme Court, the Impact of Dobbs, Vance and the VP Race
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Check out John's YouTube channel: @aroundthepoliticalworld_ It was an eventful weekend. John will share key observations from how the news is reporting on Kamala Harris- between FOX, CNN, and MSNBC. Read The 168 Days Connect with John and share your comments on Facebook:@Around The Political World & LinkedIn: @John Rothmann…
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Around the Political World with John Rothmann: Harris in the media, the Supreme Court, the impact of Dobbs, Vance and the VP race (July 29, 2024)
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Trump Backpedals and Kamala Dares Him to Step Up As Polls Tighten 7/26/24
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Something about Friday on The Mark Thompson Show seems to make everyone happy. We start with a preview of politics and follow it up with a look at the wild world that is Friday Fabulous Florida! Then a full helping of politics! Trump agreed to a debate with President Biden set for September, but now that he’s facing the prospect of debating Vice Pr…
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Obama’s Back Harris, Race and Gender in the Campaign and More!!!
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Check out John's YouTube channel: @aroundthepoliticalworld_ John has so much to share. He’ll start with some presidential backing, what these stances mean, and what we can expect from the Democratic party. Plus, what will Trump do about J.D Vance? Connect with John and share your comments on Facebook:@Around The Political World & LinkedIn: @John Ro…
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Breed, Pelosi, Newsom and more on this busy Friday with John Rothmann (July 26, 2024)
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Around the Political World with John Rothmann: The Obama’s back Harris, race and gender in the campaign and more (July 26, 2024)
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Trump Wearing Thin on His Own Voters? Polling Says Harris May Appeal to Trump Fence Sitters 7/25/24
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Trump could be in real trouble with the presidential race now shifting from President Biden to Vice President Kamala Harris. Trump’s own supporters are saying they see this as a real challenge. Some tell Politico they even think it’s possible that “women who are soft Trump backers will shift away from him.” It seems like Republicans are running sca…
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John Rothmann interviews Ann Hsu, candidate for SF BOE (July 25, 2024)
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Check out John's YouTube channel: @aroundthepoliticalworld_ We heard Biden speak from the oval office last night. How are people responding? What will happen for the country next? Connect with John and share your comments on Facebook:@Around The Political World & LinkedIn: @John RothmannBy John Rothmann
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Around the Political World with John Rothmann: Biden, Harris, DEI and Bibi’s speech (July 25, 2024)
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John Rothmann interviews Joe Lurie, author of “Perception and Deception: A Mind-Opening Journey Across Cultures” (July 24, 2024)
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Around the Political World with John Rothmann: Words matter: Two examples today (July 24, 2024)
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Check out John's YouTube channel: @aroundthepoliticalworld_ John will demonstrate the power of our spoken word. He will compare the words of two leaders, Prime Minister of Israel Benjamin Netanyahu and President Joe Biden. Connect with John and share your comments on Facebook:@Around The Political World & LinkedIn: @John Rothmann…
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GOP Aggressive Plan on Attacking Harris...Meantime, Delegates and Money Line Up For VP 7/23/24
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GOP plans to go after Harris hard. We share the plan as it sits now. While the Democratic National Convention is still weeks away, it appears that Vice President Kamala Harris has now secured the support of many more delegates than she needs to clinch the 2024 Democratic nomination for president. Add to that the swell of campaign contributions and …
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Will Harris Be Nominated by the Democrats? & What It Means to Give up the Presidency...
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Check out John's YouTube channel: @aroundthepoliticalworld_ Kamala Harris will be the democratic nominee for president! How does Biden truly feel, what should we expect next, and who will be the VP running mate? Tune in to hear John’s analysis on all the action that’s just begun. Connect with John and share your comments on Facebook:@Around The Pol…
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John Rothmann: The Great Highway, traffic and the future of downtown San Francisco (July 23, 2024)
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Around the Political World with John Rothmann: Harris will be nominated by the democrats and what it means to give up the presidency (July 23, 2024)
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Biden Bows Out, Throws Support Behind Harris 7/22/24
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President Biden says he will finish out his term and withdraw from the race to continue on as president. Moments after he withdrew his candidacy, he endorsed his Vice President, Kamala Harris. Was it the right move? Is Harris all but assured to be the Democratic nominee? In the first hour we’ll discuss it with CBS television and iHeart Radio Politi…
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The Abdication of a president...then and Now
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Check out John's YouTube channel: @aroundthepoliticalworld_ Today is NOT a surprise if you’ve been listening for a while now! Tune in to discover the historical context of abdicating a president, and hear John's stance on Kamala Harris becoming the democratic candidate for president. Connect with John and share your comments on Facebook:@Around The…
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John Rothmann: The roots of the Kamala Harris story are right here in our own community. (July 22, 2024)
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Around the Political World with John Rothmann: The abdication of a president…then and now. (July 22, 2024)
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Trump's stage bandage, Biden's decision, Elon's departure, and what Shannen Doherty represents for our healthcare future. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/facepalm-america--5189985/support.By Two Squared Media Productions
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Biden Gets Serious About Stepping Back: Implications for 2024 Election 7/19/24
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“People see the walls closing in,” that’s what one senior Democrat told CNN. The network is reporting that more than two dozen sources familiar with life inside the West Wing say there is widespread acceptance that President Biden remaining in the race is untenable. Trump took the stage last night at the RNC and while his speech was supposed to be …
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Check out John's YouTube channel: @aroundthepoliticalworld_ John did NOT enjoy the convention last night. The Republican convention closed last night with a fascinating moment. He’ll cover the key policy differences between Republicans and Democrats, and reinforce the negatives of Donald Trump. Connect with John and share your comments on Facebook:…
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John Rothmann: The question of what we should do with the homeless is front and center. (July 19, 2024)
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Sinking in Swing States! New Polling Looks Bad for VP Kamala Harris 7/18/24
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With a chorus of Democrats suggesting President Biden withdraw from the 2024 presidential race, Vice President Harris is thought to be the next logical choice. New polling shows she may have an issue in swing states and she wasn't among the four potential candidates who performed best in a survey of voters. Our favorite Britisher Anthony Davis, jou…
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The Mark Thompson Show: Schiff Calls for Biden to Drop Out, Voter Motivation
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John joined The Mark Thompson Show Wednesday morning to discuss the most pressing news from the week, the presidential election, and 2024 voter predictions. Connect with John and share your comments on Facebook:@Around The Political World & LinkedIn: @John Rothmann Check out John's YouTube channel: @aroundthepoliticalworld_…
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All Eyes Are on Biden & Trump After the GOP Convention Night 3
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Check out John's YouTube channel: @aroundthepoliticalworld_ Republicans had a big night last night! John will recap the third night of the Republican National Convention and share a key update on the current polls and presidential election. John hasn’t forgotten the Democrats either, you’ll hear a timely update from the opposing side. Connect with …
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John Rothmann: Is San Francisco the city that knows how? That is a critical question. (July 18, 2024)
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Around the Political World with John Rothmann: All eyes are on Biden and Trump as the political drama continues. (July 18, 2024)
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GOP Bows to the Boss While Dems Pressure Biden to Step Back From Ticket 7/17/24
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Day two of the Republican National Convention was an attempt at party unity. Former Trump rivals Nikki Haley, Ron DeSantis and Vivek Ramaswami all stood on stage in front of Trump in his decorated box seating area and bowed down. Where there was once criticism about Trump’s age and attitude now there is loyalty and support. Presidential historian a…
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Supreme Court Proposals & the Republican National Convention
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Check out John's YouTube channel: @aroundthepoliticalworld_ Tonight is the night of the Republican National Convention. John will cover the event and share the historical context. The other focus is on Biden’s proposal regarding the Supreme Court. What do you all believe should be done? Connect with John and share your comments on Facebook:@Around …
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John Rothmann: There is good news in San Francisco and major decisions to be made on November 5. (July 17, 2024)
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Around the Political World with John Rothmann: Joe Biden and the Supreme Court and the G.O.P. tonight on foreign policy (July 17, 2024)
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Trump Chooses Vance as Running Mate, Signaling Surge in Right-Wing Influence 7/16/24
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The Republican National Convention is in full swing. Anti-trans and anti-immigrant messages filled the convention center on Day 1. Cheers for a bandaged Trump standing beside his new running mate JD Vance wrapped up the day’s schedule. The selection of Vance indicates Trump is going maximum MAGA which could alienate moderate voters. Pulitzer Prize …
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Check out John's YouTube channel: @aroundthepoliticalworld_ Trump has made the most significant nomination yet. John will break down the reputation of J.D Vance, and share why he is Trump’s Vice President candidate. Connect with John and share your comments on Facebook:@Around The Political World & LinkedIn: @John Rothmann…
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John Rothmann: The G.O.P. met in San Francisco in 1956 and 1964! (July 16, 2024)
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Around the Political World with John Rothmann: It is J.D.Vance (July 16, 2024)
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From a Attempted Assassination to the RNC - How Political Violence Could Change the Race 7/15/24
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Organizers of the Republican National Convention this week say it will be bigger than ever. Trump is planning to rewrite his speech after gunfire at a rally struck him in the ear over the weekend. Following the shooting, Trump emerged with his fist high in the air in a show of strength. From January 6th to this latest violent act, is it a sign that…
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Check out John's YouTube channel: @aroundthepoliticalworld_ Once again the world has changed dramatically since our last episode on Friday! John will break down the following: the assisination attempt, cases getting thrown out, tensions rising in America, and what ideas the American citizens will embrace. Connect with John and share your comments o…
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A San Francisco lesson in the context of today with John Rothmann (July 15, 2024)
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Around the Political World with John Rothmann: The political world is very turbulent...(July 15, 2024)
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Voice Weekly: David Chiu, San Francisco City Attorney,
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San Francisco City Attorney David Chiu joins co-hosts Melissa Caen and John Zipperer to discuss homelessness encampments post-Grants Pass, protecting consumers, and even Oakland airport name shenanigans.By The Voice of San Francisco
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Vice-President Trump and The Thievery Of Medicare DISadvantage
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Biden's downward slide continues and health insurance companies find more ways to rob you. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/facepalm-america--5189985/support.By Two Squared Media Productions
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Dems In Huge Predicament After Biden Presser 7/12/24
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The President’s press conference could have gone better. President Biden responded to a couple of questions about whether he was up to the job of being president in a strong and forceful way. He did, however mix up the names of his vice president, Kamala Harris, and his opponent, Donald Trump. This came after another moment where he misspoke at a N…
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Oakland, San Francisco and the importance of education with John Rothmann (July 12, 2024)
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Check out John's YouTube channel: @aroundthepoliticalworld_ Last night there was an important press conference. Did it alleviate the question of his competence for a second term? The conclusion might not be easy but it is clear. Today, only Biden can decide his future…and democrats must keep their priorities in mind and act accordingly. Connect wit…
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Around the Political World with John Rothmann: The current moment of truth for Democrats & Republicans (July 12, 2024)
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