Topic: Bill Johnson

19 chapters across the catalog

Circularity
Episode 1782 8:15 - 17:17

1782: Circularity

Jeffrey Epstein, Trump Administration Transparency and Bipartisan Demands

Political pressure is mounting for the release of the Jeffrey Epstein client list and related Department of Justice documents. Speaker Mike Johnson and President Donald Trump have expressed support for transparency, while Democrats Hakeem Jeffries and Jamie Raskin are calling for bipartisan hearings to uncover the truth behind the alleged sex trafficking ring. Speculation suggests that the eventual release of these files may implicate high-profile figures such as Bill Clinton, potentially shifting the political fallout toward the Democratic party.

Poonami
Episode 1645 13:51 - 18:22

1645: Poonami

Federal Spending Bill and Mike Johnson Ouster Threat

Speaker Mike Johnson faces a motion to vacate filed by Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene after passing a $1.2 trillion federal spending package with Democratic support. The bill, which exceeds 200,000 words, includes funding for 2,000 new Border Patrol agents and 8,000 detention beds, though critics argue the money is primarily directed toward processing migrants rather than securing the border.

Bub
Episode 1624 44:52 - 47:51

1624: Bub

Mike Johnson and Chip Roy Debate Military Spending Bill

Speaker Mike Johnson is negotiating a $1.66 trillion spending bill with the White House that includes nearly $900 billion for the military. Representative Chip Roy criticized the deal, arguing it spends more than the previous "disastrous" Nancy Pelosi omnibus bill and fails to secure the U.S. border. Roy expressed frustration that Republicans are not using a continuing resolution to trigger automatic spending cuts.

TRANSNOODLE
Episode 1392 1:02:19 - 1:06:21

1392: TRANSNOODLE

Bill Gates Confronted by Protesters in London

Protesters surrounded Bill Gates' vehicle outside 10 Downing Street, chanting for his arrest while he met with Boris Johnson. The discussion includes a biographical anecdote about Gates' childhood and his mother's role in his early career at Microsoft.

Soft Nuts
Episode 1495 2:25:27 - 2:30:52

1495: Soft Nuts

Solar Geoengineering, Bill Gates Sun Dimming

The White House and billionaire Bill Gates are funding research into solar geoengineering, a process involving the injection of sulfur dioxide into the stratosphere to reflect sunlight and cool the Earth. Critics argue that "sun dimming" technology is an act of war against global sovereignty and carries unknown environmental risks. Historical clips from President Lyndon B. Johnson in 1965 confirm that the U.S. government has long explored weather control as a means of global influence.

Jacked Up Joe
Episode 1483 1:05:09 - 1:07:40

1483: Jacked Up Joe

Boris Johnson Kettle Advice and California Heat Wave

Outgoing UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson suggested that citizens could save £10 a year on energy bills by replacing old electric kettles with newer models. Meanwhile, in Northern California, residents are facing requests to reduce power usage between 4 p.m. and 9 p.m. during a predicted heat wave. The discussion questions the accuracy of climate predictions as local temperatures remain lower than forecasted.

Forever Wars
Episode 1338 1:07:02 - 1:11:04

1338: Forever Wars

Global Lockdown Policies, Boris Johnson and Justin Trudeau

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau are criticized for crediting lockdowns rather than vaccines for declining COVID-19 numbers. The hosts argue that these leaders are using restrictions to maintain social control and damage their respective economies.

Doctored Evidence
Episode 1321 1:31:25 - 1:32:51

1321: Doctored Evidence

mRNA Vaccine Skepticism, Hank Aaron, Bill Russell

The hosts express skepticism regarding mRNA vaccines, characterizing them as experimental treatments. They reference the deaths of baseball legend Hank Aaron and the vaccination of NBA star Bill Russell as points of concern for the elderly. One host states a preference for traditional viral vector vaccines like AstraZeneca or Johnson & Johnson over mRNA technology if forced to choose.

Croaker
Episode 1288 3:33:35 - 3:37:29

1288: Croaker

Hunter Biden Laptop Song, Trump on Political Crimes

The show closes with a musical parody about Hunter Biden's laptop and crack cocaine use. Clips of President Trump demanding indictments for "the greatest political crime in history" are mixed with Kayleigh Johnson's "Very Fine People" commentary and a final "damn" from Jeffrey Toobin.

Talkin' Loudy
Episode 1281 43:59 - 47:24

1281: Talkin' Loudy

Vaccine Efficacy, Bill Gates and Moral Culpability

Johnson & Johnson is developing a traditional vaccine with reported 98% efficacy, contrasting with the RNA vaccines from Moderna and Pfizer. Bill Gates discussed the moral culpability of wealthy nations in ensuring equitable vaccine distribution through organizations like Gavi. The cost of "saving a life" is questioned after Gates cited a figure of $1,000 per person.

KBALL One
Episode 1249 2:44:09 - 2:49:20

1249: KBALL One

GAVI Vaccine Summit and Boris Johnson's History Lesson

Prime Minister Boris Johnson served as the keynote speaker for the GAVI "Vaccinapalooza" 2020 summit, which raised $8.8 billion for global vaccine initiatives. Johnson praised Bill and Melinda Gates for their leadership and credited British doctor Edward Jenner as the pioneer of the world's first vaccine for smallpox. The summit emphasized the "unavoidable reality" of pathogens and the necessity of universal inoculation.

Predeceased
Episode 1187 2:15:48 - 2:18:20

1187: Predeceased

San Jose Microgrids and PG&E CEO Response

San Jose Mayor Sam Liccardo announced plans to explore electrical microgrids using solar and fuel cells to maintain power during PG&E outages. Meanwhile, PG&E CEO Bill Johnson faced backlash for suggesting that residents struggling with spoiled food during shutoffs should visit food banks.

Clean Food
Episode 847 1:54:31 - 1:59:31

847: Clean Food

Cornel West, Bill Maher, Neoliberalism vs Fascism

Cornel West appeared on Bill Maher's show to criticize Hillary Clinton's record on poverty and foreign policy, labeling her a "neoliberal." Maher used a train analogy to argue that while Clinton's "train" may be slow, Trump's "train" is heading to "hell." West maintained that voters should consider third-party candidates like Jill Stein.

Spatchcock
Episode 839 10:40 - 12:24

839: Spatchcock

Gary Johnson, Bill Maher Appearance, Marijuana Use Claims

Libertarian candidate Gary Johnson is criticized for his appearance on Bill Maher's show, with claims made that he appeared to be under the influence of marijuana. The discussion centers on the physical signs of habitual pot use and Johnson's public statements regarding Donald Trump.

Tool Followers
Episode 830 1:51:12 - 1:55:35

830: Tool Followers

Gary Johnson's Libertarian Campaign and Immigration Stance

Libertarian candidate Gary Johnson and his running mate Bill Weld are criticizing Donald Trump's immigration policies, with Weld comparing them to Nazi Germany. Johnson argues that Trump's deportation plans are "incendiary" and racist, particularly in a border state like New Mexico.

Postcard From Paris
Episode 823 57:33 - 1:05:47

823: Postcard From Paris

GOP Defectors, Third-Party Candidates, Mitt Romney Option

Prominent Republicans including Jeb Bush and Lindsey Graham have announced they will not support Donald Trump despite previous pledges. Neoconservative commentator Bill Kristol is reportedly exploring third-party options, mentioning names like retired General Jim Mattis, Ben Sasse, and Mitt Romney. Meanwhile, Libertarian candidate Gary Johnson is discussed as a viable alternative for voters dissatisfied with the two-party system.

Shemita Cycle
Episode 756 1:43:02 - 1:48:59

756: Shemita Cycle

Bill Johnson, 2030 Nuclear Holocaust Speech

Representative Bill Johnson of Ohio delivered a dramatic speech on the House floor, apologizing to the "survivors of 2030" for the Iran nuclear deal. Johnson predicted that the deal would lead to a nuclear holocaust on American and Israeli soil. The hosts mock the speech as fear-mongering and suggest the Iranian leadership is more interested in luxury than global destruction.

350 Protests
Episode 153 1:07:14 - 1:08:59

153: 350 Protests

Healthcare Procedure Billing and Global Insurance

The hosts critique the American healthcare system's "fee-for-procedure" billing model, which they trace back to Lyndon Johnson and the creation of Medicare. Curry shares a personal story about a $350 bill for a 30-minute doctor's visit for his daughter. He explains the difficulties of maintaining global health insurance while living between the U.S. and the UK.