John first remembers his love for singer-songwriter Jill Sobule who tragically died in a house fire in Minnesota at age 66. Then, he discusses National Security Adviser Mike Waltz being fired by Trump - then shortly afterwards, Trump naming him as the next Ambassador to the United Nations, a position still open after Elise Stefanik’s name was pulled from consideration. And he talks about Trump shutting down a $26 million program to end human waste backing into Alabama homes, calling it 'illegal DEI' - then Trump announced he will roll a sewage tide of his own and make the commencement address at the University of Alabama. Next, he interviews New York Times bestselling author - Robert M. Edsel about his new book "Remember Us: American Sacrifice, Dutch Freedom, and A Forever Promise Forged in World War II". And winding it up, John chats with political commentator Heather Digby Parton about Man-Baby's tariff fetish, revenge tour, and lack of impulse control.

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John discusses Trump who gathered (on his 100th day in office) his cabinet for one of the saddest and most obvious displays of ass-kissing a declining autocrat could ever ask for. Also - Ukraine and the United States have signed an agreement for mineral rights mining, considered not just a lucrative move for the US, but also a pre-requisite for any peace deal in ending Russia’s occupation of Ukrainian land. Plus, Pete Hegseth and his decision to end the Defense Department's Women, Peace and Security program. Then, he jokes with podcast star Bob Cesca about Donald Trump's interview with ABC News' Terry Moran. Next, The God Squad returns to talk with John about Trump's polling tanking on his 100th day. And finally, Dr. Tracy Pearson joins the crew to discuss Columbia University protestor Mohsen Mahdawi who was released from detention after a federal judge ruled the administration cannot just round up legal immigrants because it doesn’t approve of their opinions.

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John's monologue this time looks into Trump slamming Amazon and Jeff Bezos for reportedly planning to display the cost of his tariffs next to the total price of products on the website. Then, Bezos backing down and turned tail after Trump blew a gasket when he heard the news. Then, he welcomes back Professor Corey Brettschneider to discuss the first 100 days of Trump's presidency, focusing on his extensive use of executive orders and their potential impact on democracy. They also discuss recent polls showing a decline in Trump's support, the Supreme Court's pause on mass deportations, and the importance of citizens pushing back against Trump's actions. Next, he interviews former West Virginia state Senator and the founder of Turn Left PAC - Richard Ojeda. They talk about his show "Ojeda LIVE!" and his congressional bid in North Carolina. And rounding it out, Comedy Daddy AKA Keith Price clowns with John and listeners on Trump's mishigas and other current news.

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