The Bill Press Show

Election Day in Alabama (12.12.17)

Tue, 12 Dec 2017 21:19:57 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Tierney Sneed, Chris Lu and Eliza Collins to discuss Kayla Moore's controversial Jewish lawyer comment in Alabama, Paul Manafort's day in court, why the GOP's tax reform plan won't actually create jobs or growth and what's next when it comes to addressing sexual harassment in Congress - the entire Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Alabama Deserves Better (12.11.17)

Mon, 11 Dec 2017 15:22:02 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Vann R. Newkirk II, Nina Turner and Matt Fuller to discuss Roy Moore's lie that he never dated underage girls, the importance of black turnout in Tuesday's election, the DNC Unity Reform Commission meeting and how Republicans averted a government shutdown...for now - the full Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Believe Women Over Party (12.8.17)

Fri, 08 Dec 2017 14:41:43 GMT

Bill Press is out so Igor Volsky (CAP Action) is filling in. He welcomes Elana Schor, Wendell Potter and Marina Fang to discuss Al Franken's resignation speech, the 'what-about-ism' that Democrats need to avoid, Tarbell's mission to reveal who's really running America and the GOP's inability to crush Roy Moore - the entire Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Franken's Finished (12.7.17)

Thu, 07 Dec 2017 14:48:58 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Rep. Cheri Bustos (D-IL), Collin O'Mara and Jason Dick to discuss Al Franken's impending resignation following another allegation of sexual harassment, new legislation in the House to combat harassment in the workplace, the Trump administration's decision to shrink national monuments, and Trump's bizarre speech on Jerusalem - the entire Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Republicans Reverse Course on Roy (12.6.17)

Wed, 06 Dec 2017 14:41:49 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Bridget Bowman, Laura Durso and Hunter Walker to discuss the RNC's reversal on supporting Roy Moore, John Conyers' resignation, the Masterpiece Cakeshop LGBT case at the Supreme Court and Donald Trump's controversial decision to name Jerusalem the capital of Israel - the full Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Menace II Monuments (12.5.17)

Tue, 05 Dec 2017 15:07:20 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Lisa Rosenberg, S.V. Date and David Daley to discuss the Trump administration's decision to shrink two national monuments in Utah, the dangerous new FBI label 'Black Identity Extremist,' Trump's sympathy for Michael Flynn and the role of gerrymandering in the recent 'Blue Wave' - the full Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Can We Talk About Obstruction? (12.4.17)

Mon, 04 Dec 2017 15:47:40 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Ben Cohen and Paul Singer to discuss Donald Trump's controversial 'obstruction' tweet in the wake of Michael Flynn's plea deal, the GOP's miserable tax bill passage and Trump's new full-throated support of Roy Moore - the full Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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The Tax Scam (12.1.17)

Fri, 01 Dec 2017 15:09:33 GMT

Bill Press is out so executive producer Peter Ogburn is filling in. He welcomes Shanna Cleveland and Ali Watkins to discuss the GOP's blinders-on approach to passing a tax bill, a divestment victory for Free Speech for People against the Trump Organization, who's next to go down in the Mueller probe and what's missing from the national conversation about sexual harassment - the entire Thursday edition of The Bill Press Show!

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Twitter's Biggest Bigot (11.30.17)

Thu, 30 Nov 2017 15:04:32 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Sara Fischer, Ben Schreckinger and Alan Pyke to discuss Donald Trump's appalling anti-Muslim retweets, the multiple women accusing Matt Lauer of sexual harassment, New York AG Eric Schneiderman's fight against Trump and the boost in gun sales on Black Friday - the entire Thursday edition of The Bill Press Show!

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Trump Gets Stood Up (11.29.17)

Wed, 29 Nov 2017 16:05:33 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Elise Foley, Janni Lehrer-Stein and Elizabeth Wydra to discuss Democratic leaders cancelling their government shutdown meeting with Donald Trump, how immigrants across the country are getting negatively affected by Trump's policies, what the GOP tax bill would do to Americans with disabilities and the legal drama at the CFPB - the entire Wednesday edition of The Bill Press Show!

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Nut Job Insults Native Americans (11.28.17)

Tue, 28 Nov 2017 14:33:46 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Victoria Guida, Ben Wikler and Melanie Sloan to discuss Donald Trump's use of a racial slur while honoring Navajo code talkers, the internal drama within the CFPB, MoveOn's fight against the GOP tax bill and an exclusive interview with one of Rep. John Conyers' accusers - the entire Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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We Still Live in Hell (11.27.17)

Mon, 27 Nov 2017 15:31:49 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Graham Vyse, Seung Min Kim and Emma Roller to discuss Nancy Pelosi's embarrassing defense of John Conyers, Al Franken's latest apology, the Senate GOP's push for the tax bill and efforts to reform the prison system - the entire Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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How to Survive Thanksgiving (11.22.17)

Wed, 22 Nov 2017 14:46:11 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Niels Lesniewski, Igor Volsky and Nikki Schwab to discuss Donald Trump's turkey pardon, the White House's de facto endorsement of Roy Moore, the fate of net neutrality and tips to avoid/control talking politics at Thanksgiving dinner - the entire Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Donald Trump Meets His Match (11.21.17)

Tue, 21 Nov 2017 14:52:38 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Amy Harder, Jon Allen and Joe Cirincione to discuss the latest wave of sexual misconduct allegations in politics, Democratic leaders getting presidential treatment from climate scientists, Donald Trump's public war with basketball dad LaVar Ball and Trump's empty designation against North Korea - the entire Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Presidents Who Live in Glass Houses Shouldn't Throw Stones (11.20.17)

Mon, 20 Nov 2017 14:43:13 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Vann R. Newkirk II, Sabrina Siddiqui and Igor Bobic to discuss the White House's inability to address sexual harassment allegations against Donald Trump, Trump's public wars with black athletes, whether or not Al Franken should resign and the probability of the tax bill passing the Senate - the entire Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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The Latest Man to Be Accused of Sexual Assault is a Democrat

Fri, 17 Nov 2017 15:51:17 GMT

With the news that Democratic Senator Al Franken has been accused of sexual assault, Democrats and progressive media showed Republicans how to disavow abuse towards women. We talk about with Alexi McCammon from Axios and Kevin Robillard from Politico. Plus, we talk about the GOP House tax reform bill with Herb Jackson. He's from The Record in New Jersey.

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The GOP is Running Out of Time with Roy Moore

Thu, 16 Nov 2017 15:31:35 GMT

With the election in Alabama getting closer every day, the GOP is going to have to figure out what to do with Roy Moore. Will Donald Trump step up? (No)

Plus, we talk to Congressman Dan Kildee (D-MI) about the GOP "tax plan," which is really just another sad attempt to repeal the Affordable Care Act.

Donald Trump Jr continues to be the dumbest Trump offspring. Patrick Tucker from Defense One explains how he's entangled himself with Wikileaks and Julian Assange.

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The Bernie Bernstein Show (11.15.17)

Wed, 15 Nov 2017 16:18:18 GMT

Bill Press is out so executive producer Peter Ogburn is filling in. He welcomes Matt Gertz, Jordan Fabian and Jack Jenkins to discuss Jeff Sessions' new recollection of the George Papadopoulos meeting, the fake Washington Post robocall in Alabama, Donald Trump's return for Asia, Roy Moore's reliance on religion - the entire Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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McConnell v. Moore (11.14.17)

Tue, 14 Nov 2017 14:28:43 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Jennifer Haberkorn, Andrew Desiderio, Jennifer Bendery and Jennifer McPartland to discuss Mitch McConnell's full-throated call for Roy Moore to step aside, Trump's new nominee for HHS, what happens if Moore still wins the election and the challenging work at the Environmental Defense Fund during the Trump era - the entire Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Played by Putin (11.13.17)

Mon, 13 Nov 2017 15:59:07 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Collin O'Mara, Cameron Joseph and Jessica Schulberg to discuss Donald Trump siding with Vladimir Putin on his rejection of meddling claims, the National Wildlife Federation's report on megafires, Roy Moore's escalating scandal and the latest on the Russia investigation - the entire Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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GOP Soft on Its Sickos (11.10.17)

Fri, 10 Nov 2017 14:32:20 GMT

Bill Press is out so Igor Volsky (CAP Action) is filling in. He welcomes Wendy Gooditis, Elizabeth Guzman, Carolyn Fiddler and Seth Hanlon to discuss the sexual harassment allegations against GOP Senate candidate Roy Moore, historic victories in the Virginia House of Delegates, why women wait so long to speak up against men in powerful positions and the lies Republicans are telling about their tax plan - the entire Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Republicans Try to Shift the Narrative (11.9.17)

Thu, 09 Nov 2017 15:46:04 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Rep. Peter Welch (D-VT), Alex Seitz-Wald and Rep. John Yarmuth (D-KY) to discuss the RNC's attempt to downplay the significance of Democratic wins in Virginia, the GOP attempting to rush tax reform through the House, more fallout from Donna Brazile's book release and how Democrats can keep riding the blue wave - the entire Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Democrats Ride the Blue Wave (11.8.17)

Wed, 08 Nov 2017 15:12:57 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Clare Foran, Alex Roarty and Matt Fuller to discuss a big win for Ralph Northam in Virginia, Democratic victories in Trump-won districts across the country, what Democrats can take away from this cycle into 2018 and Paul Ryan's religious rhetoric on combating mass shootings - the entire Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Election Day 2017 (11.7.17)

Tue, 07 Nov 2017 15:39:09 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Tom Perez and Mike Papantonio to discuss Ted Cruz's call to end the politicization of mass shootings, election day for two huge gubernatorial races on the east coast, Carter Page's admission that he tried to set up a Russia trip for candidate Donald Trump and how to prevent another Trump presidency - the entire Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Donna's DNC Dossier (11.6.17)

Mon, 06 Nov 2017 15:04:55 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Kyle Kondik, Addy Baird and Elana Schor to discuss Donna Brazile's plan B for the Democrats in the 2016 election, a look at the polls one day before two big gubernatorial races, Todd Ricketts' cowardice in the face of unionization and the GOP's mission to get tax reform passed before Thanksgiving - the entire Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Treat the Rich (11.3.17)

Fri, 03 Nov 2017 14:51:14 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Karyn Bruggeman, Rebecca Vallas and Bernie Becker to discuss Donna Brazile's bombshell about the DNC during the 2016 primary, the #MeToo campaign to raise awareness of sexual harassment, the GOP's tax plan to benefit the wealthy and how likely it is that their bill will get through Congress - the entire Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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The Lie Lie Lie Act (11.2.17)

Thu, 02 Nov 2017 13:29:03 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Larry Cohen, Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) and Ashley Gold to discuss Donald Trump's pledge to send the NYC attacker to Gitmo, Bernie Sanders' 2020 prospects, the GOP's lies about their tax reform 'Cut Cut Cut' bill and the unveiling of the Russian-bought social media ads from the 2016 election - the entire Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Papadopoulos? Never Heard of Him! (11.1.17)

Wed, 01 Nov 2017 13:52:03 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Alexi McCammond, Sabrina Siddiqui and Ryan Reilly to discuss Team Trump's denial of George Papadopoulos' involvement with the campaign, Tom Steyer's petition to impeach Trump, Sarah Sanders' defense of John Kelly's Civil War comments and the legal implications for Paul Manafort - the entire Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Sarah Sanders' Lies (10.31.17)

Tue, 31 Oct 2017 14:19:17 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Asawin Suebsaeng, Jess O'Connell and Zoe Tillman to discuss the first charges in Robert Mueller's Trump-Russia investigation, a deep dive into Russian lobbyist Rick Gates, the outlook for Ralph Northam in the Virginia gubernatorial race and whether or not Trump can fire Mueller - the entire Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Mueller Bags Manafort (10.30.17)

Mon, 30 Oct 2017 13:55:27 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Adam Wollner, Ali Watkins and Marc Perrone to discuss Fox News' efforts to change the narrative on the Trump-Russia investigation, Mitt Romney's possible Senate bid, Robert Mueller's first indictment and the UFCW's mission to protect hard-working families - the entire Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Drugs Are Bad (10.27.17)

Fri, 27 Oct 2017 14:13:24 GMT

Bill Press is out so executive producer Peter Ogburn is filling in. He welcomes Jack Jenkins, Emma Roller and Carolyn Fiddler to discuss Donald Trump's 'drugs are bad' speech, a religious university teaching a class on standing for the anthem, the Resistance's praise for Jeff Flake and Ed Gillespie's racist bullhorn in Virginia - the entire Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Bully Brags and Boasts (10.26.17)

Thu, 26 Oct 2017 14:42:34 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Beatrice Fihn, Ben Kamisar and Rep. Don Beyer (DA-V to discuss Donald Trump's intelligence-boasting impromptu press conference, the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapon's Nobel Peace Prize win, Our Revolution's 2018 endorsements and the truth about the Trump dossier - the entire Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Retiring Senators Rebuke Trump (10.25.17)

Wed, 25 Oct 2017 13:33:48 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Alan Pyke, Cate Martel and Rep. John Garamendi (D-CA) to discuss Jeff Flake's retirement speech criticizing Donald Trump, the GOP's mission to classify environmentalists as 'terrorists,' Mitch McConnell's blinders-on approach to tax reform and the ticking clock for Dianne Feinstein - the entire Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Ivanka Alone Will Fix Taxes (10.24.17)

Tue, 24 Oct 2017 14:12:08 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Eliza Collins, Hunter Walker and Tierney Sneed to discuss Ivanka Trump's role in selling her father's tax reform bill, Steve Bannon's major conflict of interest, Donald Trump's feuds with Republican senators and Bernie Sanders' decision to run as an independent again - the entire Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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A Gold Star Wife Exposes Trump's Lie (10.23.17)

Mon, 23 Oct 2017 14:12:17 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Wendell Potter, Steven Shepard and John Donnelly to discuss Myeshia Johnson's public confirmation of Donald Trump's Gold Star lie, the new crowd-funded journalism site Tarbell, the tight gubernatorial race in Virginia and Trump's rush to call every Gold Star family after lying about having done it already - the entire Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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The General Loses His Dignity (10.20.17)

Fri, 20 Oct 2017 13:32:50 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Matt Gertz, Bryan Bender, Medea Benjamin and Haley Pedersen to discuss John Kelly's latest defense of Donald Trump, Trump's Fox News daily diet, what exactly US troops are doing in Niger and CODEPINK's 15th anniversary - the entire Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Insensitive Imbecile (10.19.17)

Thu, 19 Oct 2017 15:31:34 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Simone Pathe, Andrew Desiderio and Bishop Garrison to discuss the confirmation of the disgusting comments Donald Trump offered to a Gold Star wife, the Steve Bannon effect in Senate races across the country, Trump's vague understanding of health care and the awfulness of politicizing the death of John Kelly's son - the entire Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Gold Star Family Guy (10.18.17)

Wed, 18 Oct 2017 13:45:41 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Jordan Fabian, Joe Cirincione and Esther Yu-Hsi Lee to discuss Donald Trump's distasteful comments to a Gold Star widow, his flip-flop on Obamacare CSR payments, Rex Tillerson's shaky State Department and the cost of repealing DACA in cities and states across the country - the entire Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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The Art of the Deflection (10.17.17)

Tue, 17 Oct 2017 13:38:06 GMT

Bill Press is out so Igor Volsky (CAP Action) is filling in. He welcomes Jessica Schulberg, Niall Stanage and Sam Baker to discuss Donald Trump refusing to take the blame for the inaction in Congress, Trump's refusal to certify the Iran deal, the White House's endless war with the media and Trump's deadly health care decision - the entire Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Anxiety in the Trump Era (10.16.17)

Mon, 16 Oct 2017 13:27:08 GMT

Bill Press is out so Evan McMorris-Santoro (VICE News) is filling in. He welcomes Elise Foley, Cameron Joseph and Ben Terris to discuss the enormous amounts of anxiety caused by the Trump administration including Steve Bannon's fiery Voter Values Summit speech, the looming decision on DACA, Roy Moore's likely victory in Alabama and forecasting a Democratic candidate for 2020 - the entire Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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The General Takes His Orders (10.13.17)

Fri, 13 Oct 2017 14:05:12 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Capri Cafaro, Joel Payne and Danielle Paquette to discuss John Kelly's embarrassing obedience of Donald Trump, Trump's ACA overhaul, the administration threatening to abandon Puerto Rico and the all-too-common theme of sexual harrassment in the workplace - the entire Friday edition of the Bill Press Show

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Trump's First Amendment War (10.12.17)

Thu, 12 Oct 2017 14:08:44 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Travis Waldron, Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA) and Seung Min Kim to discuss Donald Trump's call for NBC's broadcast license to be revoked, the debate around whether college athletes deserve to be paid, a California congressman's call for Dianne Feinstein to primaried and Mitch McConnell's uncertain future as Senate majority leader - the entire Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show

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The NFL Kneels to Trump (10.11.17)

Wed, 11 Oct 2017 17:08:38 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Rep. Mark Pocan (D-WI), Paul Singer and Ali Watkins to discuss a looming decision from the NFL to make players stand during the anthem, the latest on the Trump-Corker feud, the possibility of Susan Collins leaving the Senate and a crazy story about a CIA official kidnapped by the Chinese - the entire Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Will the Real First Lady Please Stand Up? (10.10.17)

Tue, 10 Oct 2017 13:48:29 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Mat Hanson, Gabriel Debenedetti and Olivia Nuzzi to discuss Mitch McConnell's declaration that the 'war on coal is over,' the Working Families Party's efforts on paid family leave legislation, Dianne Feinstein's reelection bid and Ivana Trump's belief that she's the real first lady - the entire Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Tough Tweets, No Strategy (10.9.17)

Mon, 09 Oct 2017 14:06:26 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Graham Vyse, Justin Sink and Dr. Raegan McDonald-Mosley to discuss Donald Trump's Twitter war with Bob Corker, Joe Biden's centrist role in the Democratic Party, the danger of Trump's 'calm before the storm' comments and the Trump administration's war on women - the entire Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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The NRA's Fake News Story (10.6.17)

Fri, 06 Oct 2017 14:24:42 GMT

Bill Press is out so executive producer Peter Ogburn is filling in. He welcomes Pema Levy and Jon Allen to discuss the misleading reports about the NRA coming out against bump stocks, the latest on Trump's voter fraud commission and the millennial names for the 2017-18 winter storms - the entire Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Making Up with the Moron (10.5.17)

Thu, 05 Oct 2017 13:30:47 GMT

Bill Press is out so Sabrina Siddiqui (The Guardian) is filling in. She welcomes Rep. Tim Ryan (D-OH), Christina Wilkie and Igor Bobic to discuss Rex Tillerson disputing the report that he called Trump 'a f***ing moron,' new legislation to outlaw bump stocks for guns, Trump's inability to handle a national crisis and Bob Corker's outspokenness on his way out of Congress - the entire Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Trump's PR Disaster (10.4.17)

Wed, 04 Oct 2017 13:27:50 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Rep. Dan Kildee (D-MI), Jason Dick and Nina Turner to discuss Donald Trump's heartless comments about Puerto Rico's debt during his official visit, an important case on gerrymandering at the Supreme Court, how Democrats can get Congress to take gun control legislation seriously and a big win for an Our Revolution candidate in Alabama - the entire Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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F*** Thoughts and Prayers (10.3.17)

Tue, 03 Oct 2017 15:22:15 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Rep. Cheri Bustos (D-IL), Ben Wikler and Matt Laslo to discuss Sarah Sanders' tone deaf response to the mass shooting in Las Vegas, what can realistically be done in Congress to prevent future shootings, whether or not the fight over health care is over and Donald Trump's upcoming trip to Puerto Rico - the entire Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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The Return of Peter Ogburn (10.2.17)

Mon, 02 Oct 2017 13:55:05 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Vann R. Newkirk II, Emma Roller, Alex Seitz-Wald, Jen Bendery and Matt Fuller for sidekick Peter Ogburn's first show back from open heart surgery. They discuss the deadly mass shooting in Las Vegas, Tom Price's resignation, Donald Trump's politicizing a natural disaster and Paul Ryan's tax cut myth - the entire Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Cabinet Full of Lies (9.29.17)

Fri, 29 Sep 2017 15:42:36 GMT

Bill Press welcomes David Daley, Scott Wong and Kaylie Hanson Long to discuss the Trump administration's lies on the recovery effort in Puerto Rico, how gerrymandering will affect Democrats in 2018, Gary Cohn's lies on tax reform and NARAL's efforts to defeat the House's 20-week abortion bill - the entire Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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It's Time to Retire the Anthem (9.28.17)

Thu, 28 Sep 2017 14:06:28 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Joel Berg, Jaime Harrison and Rep. Al Green (D-TX) to discuss Bill catching the ear of Sean Hannity over his call to end the national anthem, how to solve the issue of poverty in America, Donald Trump's appalling comments on NFL owners being "afraid" of their players and the first vote for impeachment in the House - the entire Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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NFL Protests Are About Race (9.27.17)

Wed, 27 Sep 2017 14:05:06 GMT

Bill Press is out. Alexi McCammond (Axios) fills in and welcomes Vann R. Newkirk II, Eliza Collins and Tyler Tynes to discuss the Graham Cassidy Healthcare bill's death, Donald Trump's mishandling of the apocalyptic conditions in Puerto Rico after two devastating hurricanes, and the NFL National Anthem protests' foundation of race and police brutality - the full Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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POTUS Pouts About Protests as Puerto Rico Suffers (9.26.17)

Tue, 26 Sep 2017 13:48:40 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Collin Laverty, Jamal Simmons and Rep. Raul Ruiz (D-CA) to discuss Donald Trump's ignorance of the devastation in Puerto Rico, how Cuba is recovering from Irma, Sarah Sanders' inability to explain Trump's 'SOB' comments and why the GOP's efforts to repeal-and-replace Obamacare is far from over - the full Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Trump Wages War With the NFL (9.25.17)

Mon, 25 Sep 2017 13:50:24 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Maggie Severns, Evan McMorris-Santoro and Lindsay Gibbs to discuss Donald Trump's contempt for NFL players' anthem protests, the latest stock trading scandal in Congress, Jared Kushner's use of a private email server and the WNBA's leading role in protesting racial injustice - the full Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Country or Party or POTUS (9.22.17)

Fri, 22 Sep 2017 14:21:31 GMT

Bill Press is out so Sabrina Siddiqui (The Guardian) is filling in. She welcomes Niels Lesniewski, Pema Levy and Elise Foley to discuss whether the president's staff is serving their country or their boss, whether the Republicans - with their health care plan - are serving their constituents or their party, another unqualified pick for a key role in the Trump administration and Ivanka Trump's "role" in the White House - the full Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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The New Jimmy Kimmel Test (9.21.17)

Thu, 21 Sep 2017 13:52:51 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Stephanie Schriock, Asawin Suebsaeng and Jonathan C. Lewis to discuss Jimmy Kimmel offering a lie detector test to the Republicans on their health care plan, EMILY's List 'Run to Win' campaign for female candidates, Sean Spicer's failed apology tour and the importance of social entrepreneurship - the full Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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International Embarrassment (9.20.17)

Wed, 20 Sep 2017 14:38:26 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Alan Pyke, Emily Tisch Sussman and Joe Cirincione to discuss Donald Trump's 'Rocket Man' speech at the UN, protests over the acquittal of a killer cop in St. Louis, the latest on the Graham-Cassidy Obamacare repeal efforts and Trump's desire to rip up the Iran Deal - the full Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Trumpcare Back From the Dead (9.19.17)

Tue, 19 Sep 2017 14:11:59 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Natasha Geiling, Alex Seitz-Wald and Andrew Desiderio to discuss the Graham-Cassidy Obamacare repeal bill, how local governments are fighting climate change, Sean Spicer's apology tour and Roy Moore's latest round of racist comments in Alabama - the full Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Rocket Man v. Twitter Man (9.18.17)

Mon, 18 Sep 2017 14:29:06 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Jordan Fabian, Elana Schor and Travis Waldron to discuss Donald Trump's Sunday morning tweet-storm, what to expect from his speech at the UN, the Graham-Cassidy Obamacare repeal bill and Florida's nursing home problem exposed in the wake of Hurricane Irma - the entire Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Still a White Supremacist President (9.15.17)

Fri, 15 Sep 2017 15:22:53 GMT

Bill Press is out so Igor Volsky (CAP Action) is filling in. He welcomes Paul Demko, Adam Smith and Xochitl Hinojosa to discuss more comments from Donald Trump about bad people on 'both sides,' the differences between the different health care bills being debated in Congress, Steven Mnuchin's luxurious air travel and Trump's deals with Democratic leadership - the entire Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Deal or No Deal? (9.14.17)

Thu, 14 Sep 2017 13:46:27 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Gabriel Debenedetti, Rep. Dan Kildee (D-MI) and Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) to discuss conflicting takes on whether or not a deal on DACA was reached, Hillary Clinton's book tour, Bernie Sanders' big single-payer reveal and the facts on the economic impact of immigration- the entire Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Bernie's Big Day (9.13.17)

Wed, 13 Sep 2017 16:13:13 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Kathy Baughman McLeod, Niall Stanage and Rep. Ted Lieu (D-CA) to discuss today's unveiling of Bernie Sanders' Medicare-for-All bill in the Senate, Rick Scott's climate change denial, the Malaysian prime minister's controversial stay at the Trump International Hotel and a push to the get the DREAMer Act on the floor of the House - the entire Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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The Road to Single Payer (9.12.17)

Tue, 12 Sep 2017 13:42:52 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Eric Dean, Jennifer Bendery and Alex Padilla to discuss Democratic senators flocking to Bernie Sanders' Medicare-for-All bill, running the Ironworkers union in the age of Trump, talking tax reform without a bill on the table and the DNC's work in combating Donald Trump's fake voter fraud commission - the entire Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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End of the Road for HRC (9.11.17)

Mon, 11 Sep 2017 14:32:10 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Cristina Lopez G., Travis Waldron, Capri Cafaro and Jack Jenkins to discuss Hillary Clinton admitting that her political career is over, the right wing media's misinformation on DACA, the latest on Hurricane Irma, Steve Bannon's 60 Minutes interview and Donald Trump's spiritual adviser walking back her comments on the president's religious influence - the entire Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Chuck (and Nancy) in Charge (9.8.17)

Fri, 08 Sep 2017 13:38:51 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Rep. Jan Schakowsky (D-IL), Alexi McCammond and Rep. John Yarmuth (D-KY) to discuss Nancy Pelosi asking Trump to comfort the DREAMers, the NFL's blind eye on player safety, Steve Bannon's inflammatory comments on the Catholic Church and Trump warming to the idea of eliminating the debt ceiling - the entire Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Donald's Deal with the Dems (9.7.17)

Thu, 07 Sep 2017 13:22:31 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Collin O'Mara, Bob Cusack and Nikki Schwab to discuss Donald Trump's debt ceiling deal with Democratic leadership, the National Wildlife Federation's defense of national monuments, how Hillary Clinton's new book could divide Democrats and Ivanka Trump's cringe-worthy introduction at her father's speech in North Dakota - the entire Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Dreams Dashed (9.6.17)

Wed, 06 Sep 2017 14:24:55 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Esther Yu-Hsi Lee, Sabrina Siddiqui and Rep. Stacey Plaskett (U.S. Virgin Islands) to discuss the Trump administration's decision to rescind DACA, how the decision will affect the 800,000 DREAMers in this country, Hillary Clinton's Bernie-bashing in an excerpt from her new book and the latest on Hurricane Irma's path through the Atlantic Ocean - the full Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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The World (and DACA) is Ending (9.5.17)

Tue, 05 Sep 2017 14:01:18 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Joe Cirincione, Jon Allen and Lauren Fox to discuss the Trump administration's decision to end DACA, the ongoing words of war between Trump and Kim Jong Un, John Kelly's steady hand inside the White House and the full agenda Congress has ahead of them in September - the full Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Trump's Big Heart Doesn't Love Dreamers (9.1.17)

Fri, 01 Sep 2017 14:36:34 GMT

Bill Press is out so Cameron Joseph (Talking Points Memo) is filling in. He welcomes Abby Livingston, Emma Roller and Jason Dick to discuss EPA head Scott Pruitt's dismissal of climate change's role in Hurricane Harvey, Mike Pence's comments that Trump's 'big heart' will help decide the fate of DACA, Dianne Feinstein's statement that Trump 'can be a good president' and what to expect from Congress' first week back - the entire Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Horsemen of the Trumpocalypse (8.31.17)

Thu, 31 Aug 2017 13:27:39 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Wesley Lowery, John Nichols and Evan McMorris-Santoro to discuss Donald Trump's attack on a Democratic senator during a policy speech, his delayed response to the victims of Hurricane Harvey, the new book Horsemen of the Trumpocalypse and Kamala Harris' decision to co-sponsor Bernie Sanders' Medicare-For-All bill - the full Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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A President Who Lacks Empathy (8.30.17)

Wed, 30 Aug 2017 14:26:06 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Robinson Meyer, Dr. Julianne Malveaux and Alan Pyke to discuss Donald Trump's egotistic trip to Houston in the wake of Hurricane Harvey, the role of climate change in modern-day hurricanes, the continuing battle over Confederate monuments across the country and Jeff Sessions' racist agenda - the full Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Russia Resurfaces (8.29.17)

Tue, 29 Aug 2017 14:36:39 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Kelley Robinson, Cate Martel and Tom Perez to discuss a trio of new stories connecting the Trump administration to Russia, Planned Parenthood for America's grass roots organizing efforts, Joe Arpaio's rumored challenge to Jeff Flake in Arizona and the latest on the DNC's efforts to push back on the Republicans' agenda - the full Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Trump's Hurricane Reality Show (8.28.17)

Mon, 28 Aug 2017 14:02:20 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Larry Mishel, J. David Cox and Hunter Walker to discuss Donald Trump's showmanship tweets on Hurricane Harvey, the Economic Policy Institute's report on the importance of unions, how Trump's shutdown threat could hurt government employees and Trump's unconstitutional pardon of Sheriff Joe Arpaio- the full Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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On Trump's Mental Health (8.25.17)

Fri, 25 Aug 2017 13:31:24 GMT

Bill Press is out so executive producer Peter Ogburn and founding producer Jonathan Levy are filling in. They welcome Jayne O'Donnell, Elizabeth Wydra and Cameron Joseph to discuss Donald Trump's attacks on members of Congress, why Trump's mental health is of legitimate concern, the latest from the Supreme Court and how Senator Bob Menendez's legal issues could mean real trouble for Senate Democrats - the entire Friday edition of The Bill Press Show!

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Pardon Me, You Creep (8.24.17)

Thu, 24 Aug 2017 13:29:10 GMT

Bill Press is out so executive producer Peter Ogburn is filling in. He welcomes Alexi McCammond, Alex Seitz-Wald and Paige Lavender to discuss Sean Hannity's claim that Donald Trump has never been a racist, Trump's blustery attacks on the media, Hillary Clinton's debate 'creep' excerpt from her new book and Trump's impending pardon of Sheriff Joe Arpaio - the full Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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White Sheets Under Blue Suits (8.23.17)

Wed, 23 Aug 2017 13:31:38 GMT

Bill Press is out so Igor Volsky (CAP Action Fund) is filling in. He welcomes Nina Turner, Josh Lederman and Sarah McBride to discuss Donald Trump's flame-throwing campaign rally in Arizona, the danger of covert racism in the 21st century, a dissection of Trump's Afghanistan 'strategy' and where the Trump administration stands on LGBT rights - the full Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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No Plan for Afghanistan (8.22.17)

Tue, 22 Aug 2017 13:34:38 GMT

Bill Press is out so Jon Allen (Roll Call) is filling in. He welcomes John Donnelly, Clare Foran and Matt Fuller to discuss Donald Trump's vague announcement on Afghanistan, why this is truly America's never-ending war, the Democrats' campaign to rid the Capitol of Confederate statues and Paul Ryan's weak critique of Trump's Charlottesville comments - the full Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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A Total Eclipse of the Pivot (8.21.17)

Mon, 21 Aug 2017 13:53:23 GMT

Bill Press is out so Sabrina Siddiqui (The Guardian) is filling in. She welcomes Simone Pathe, Pema Levy and Elise Foley to discuss whether or not Steve Bannon's departure means a presidential pivot is on the way, the political future for Mike Pence's brother, the Justice Department's Orwellian breach of the Constitution and the latest on the Republicans' push for a wall on the US-Mexico border - the full Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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No Country for Old Confederates (8.18.17)

Fri, 18 Aug 2017 13:42:36 GMT

Bill Press is out so executive producer Peter Ogburn is filling in. He welcomes Cristina Marcos and Travis Waldron to discuss Republican officials' ridiculous defense of Confederate monuments, how Democratic lawmakers are taking legislative action to get monuments removed from the Capitol, why the Boston Red Sox are looking to repent for their former owner's racist past and the importance of Colin Kaepernick's protest - the full Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Republicans Go Dark on Trump (8.17.17)

Thu, 17 Aug 2017 13:53:01 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Andrew Desiderio, Justin Sink and Jess O'Connell to discuss the GOP's reluctance to speak out forcefully against Donald Trump's racism, Trump's effect on the Alabama GOP Senate primary, Steve Bannon's candid interview with a liberal outlet and the DNC's new #RiseandOrganize campaign - the full Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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A Racist President (8.16.17)

Wed, 16 Aug 2017 13:35:34 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Jessica Schulberg, Vann R. Newkirk II and Angelo Carusone to discuss Donald Trump's appalling press conference blaming both sides for the violence in Charlottesville, a Trump aide's mission to end the White House's white nationalist deradicalization progam, why communities of color fear Confederate monuments and Fox News' Trump fan club - the full Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Too Little, Too Hate (8.15.17)

Tue, 15 Aug 2017 13:29:00 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Asawin Suebsaeng, Danielle Paquette and Amy Harder to discuss Donald Trump's delayed condemnation of hate groups in the wake of Charlottesville, Steve Bannon on the hot seat, Trump's misleading claims about the Foxconn factory in Wisconsin and what Republicans get wrong about climate change - the full Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Radical White Terrorism (8.14.17)

Mon, 14 Aug 2017 13:46:26 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Emma Roller, Jeremy Herb, Alan Pyke and Joshua Eaton to discuss Donald Trump's inability to acknowledge the role of white nationalists in the violence in Virginia, the Democratic Socialists of America's response to the alt-right's hate, the aftermath of Trump's reckless response to North Korea and what white supremacists want for the future of this country - the full Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Locked and Loaded on North Korea

Fri, 11 Aug 2017 13:18:41 GMT

POTUS tweets that we are "locked and loaded" for war with North Korea. We discuss all possible outcomes with Tom Collina from the Ploughshares Fund and POLITICO's Bryan Bender. Plus, Trump is finding ways to make healthcare harder for Americans without passing legislation. CAP's Sam Berger explains how.

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Trump is "Winging It" on North Korea

Thu, 10 Aug 2017 14:39:27 GMT

We've learned that Trump has no plan for North Korea. So now what? We talked to Alexi McCammond form Axios, Jordan Fabian from The Hill and Democratic Strategist Peter Fenn about where we go from here.

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The Brink of Nuclear War?

Wed, 09 Aug 2017 15:12:03 GMT

Is Donald Trump marching us into nuclear war with North Korea? Special roundtable with Author of Shattered: Inside Hillary Clinton's Doomed Campaign and POLITICO's Bryan Bender.

Plus, the Trump Hotel is just a money making front for the POTUS. Every Voice's Adam Smith joined us for an update.

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Trump's Base is Getting Smaller Than His Hands

Tue, 08 Aug 2017 14:24:29 GMT

Donald Trump continues to tweet about his popularity and the strength of his base. The numbers show he's lying... AGAIN

We talk to Xochitl Hinojosa from the DNC about the future of Democratic governors and how the Democratic messaging will evolve as we get closer to 2018, 2020 and beyond. Plus, Paul Singer from USA Today gives us the lowdown on healthcare reform

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Will Leaks Sink The Trump Administration?

Mon, 07 Aug 2017 14:33:25 GMT

The Trump administration is cracking down on leaks, but will it really matter? Will the media suffer? We talk to Politico's Ali Watkins about the state of the Mueller investigation, Joel Payne from Qorvis about the future of the Democrats, and Pema Levy from Mother Jones about AG Jefferson Sessions

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Health Care Heroes (8.4.17)

Fri, 04 Aug 2017 13:27:49 GMT

Bill Press is out so Ben Wikler (MoveOn) is filling in. He welcomes Sam Berger, Elena Hung, Michelle Morrison and Gregg Beratan to discuss Donald Trump's fundamental misunderstanding of health care policy, how the Obama White House would have worked to improve the ACA, the Little Lobbyists' fight for children with medically-complex needs and ADAPT's protests in support of Americans with disabilities during the health care debate - the full Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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A Neo-Nazi Nixes Immigrants (8.3.17)

Thu, 03 Aug 2017 13:56:10 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Sara Fisher, Matthew Gertz and Elena Schneider to discuss Stephen Miller's immigration stand-off with CNN's Jim Acosta, fighting for the rights of flight attendants, Media Matters' call for Sean Hannity's firing and the rise of veterans running for public office - the full Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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POTUS Pushes Fake News (8.2.17)

Wed, 02 Aug 2017 13:31:20 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Jeff Clements, Mayor Greg Fischer (D-Louisville, KY), Capri Cafaro and Margaret Talev to discuss Donald Trump helping his son lie about his son's Russia meeting, the push to overturn Citizens United, how a Democratic mayor is pushing back against Trump's agenda, Trump's desire to promote the Seth Rich conspiracy story and the GOP's break with the White House on health care - the full Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Mooch Gets The Boot (8.1.17)

Tue, 01 Aug 2017 14:24:10 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Brad Woodhouse, Medea Benjamin and Ayesha Rascoe to discuss John Kelly's decision to get rid of Anthony Scaramucci, Donald Trump's anything-but-assuring statement on North Korea, CODEPINK's latest peace efforts in South Korea and Ivanka Trump's inability to temper her father's flares - the full Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Kelly Can't Crush the Chaos (7.31.17)

Mon, 31 Jul 2017 13:59:04 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Rachana Pradhan, Ryan Reilly and Dan Zak to discuss Donald Trump's big shake-up in the West Wing, whether or not the Senate will try to take up health care again in August, Trump's endorsement of police brutality and the new book Almighty: Courage, Resistance, and Existential Peril in the Nuclear Age - the full Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Mitch Had One Job and Failed (7.28.17)

Fri, 28 Jul 2017 14:14:33 GMT

Bill Press is out so executive producer Peter Ogburn is filling in. He welcomes Julie Millican, Rep. Al Green (D-TX) and Mark Boal to discuss the GOP's inability to pass their 'skinny repeal health care bill,' Fox News' dangerous misinformation on the transgender ban, new legislation to prevent Trump from pardoning himself and the new American period crime drama 'Detroit' - the full Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Trump Shows His True Colors (7.27.17)

Thu, 27 Jul 2017 13:34:01 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Rep. David Cicilline (D-RI), Rep. Raul Ruiz (D-CA) and Jennifer Bendery to discuss Donald Trump's ban on transgender individuals serving in the military, Sarah Sanders' laughable defense of the decision, the ruse behind the GOP's 'skinny' repeal bill and a police-state atmosphere inside the U.S. Capitol - the full Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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American Coward (7.26.17)

Wed, 26 Jul 2017 14:19:52 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Rep. Mark Pocan (D-WI), Rep. Don Beyer (D-VA), Tom Perez and Randi Weingarten to discuss John McCain's cowardly speech to open up the health care vote in the Senate, breaking down the Democrats' new slogan, Donald Trump's reluctance to fire Jeff Sessions and the American Federation of Teachers' standoff with Betsy DeVos over school choice - the full Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Democrats Pitch a Better Deal (7.25.17)

Tue, 25 Jul 2017 14:30:38 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Tom LoBianco, Alex Seitz-Wald and Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) to discuss Jared Kushner's collusion denial, Trump's 'beleaguered' attorney general, John McCain's return to the Senate for a health care vote, and the Democrats' new slogan: 'a better deal' - the full Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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The Mooch is Loose (7.24.17)

Mon, 24 Jul 2017 13:48:39 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Eliza Collins, Niall Stanage and Joe Cirincione to discuss Anthony Scaramucci's headlining debut as White House Communications Director, whether or not there will be a health care vote this week, Jared Kushner's date with the Senate Intel Committee and the National Intelligence community vs. Donald Trump - the full Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Will Trump Pardon Himself? (7.21.17)

Fri, 21 Jul 2017 14:18:01 GMT

Bill Press is out so Igor Volsky (CAP Action Fund) is filling in. He welcomes Chris Lu, Elana Schor and Liz Kennedy to discuss the Washington Post's report that Donald Trump may attempt to pardon himself, the policies Democrats can rally around, the next steps for the GOP health care bill and the bogus claims made by Kris Kobach's voter fraud commission - the full Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Trump Attacks His 'Friends' (7.20.17)

Thu, 20 Jul 2017 13:26:02 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Ben Wikler, Cameron Joseph, and Rep. Rosa DeLauro (D-CT) to discuss Donald Trump's explosive interview with The New York Times, MoveOn's continued fight against the GOP health care bill, Trump's veiled threat toward a GOP senator, and the importance of helping 'the least among us' - the full Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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The Future of the Democratic Party (7.19.17)

Wed, 19 Jul 2017 13:55:42 GMT

Bill Press welcomes David Daley, Randy Bryce, and Jason Kander to discuss Mitch McConnell's failure to get 50 votes on health care, how gerrymandering could have an effect on the 2018 midterm elections, how an ironworker expects to unseat Paul Ryan in Wisconsin, and Let America Vote's efforts to combat Donald Trump's voter fraud commission - the full Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Care Collapse (7.18.17)

Tue, 18 Jul 2017 13:38:25 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Clare Foran, Rep. Tom Suozzi (D-NY), and Meg Murray to discuss the final blow to the Senate GOP's health care plan, Bernie Sanders' endorsement in the Maryland gubernatorial race, Donald Trump's 'Made in America' sideshow, and how the proposed health care bill could hurt American workers - the full Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Health Care On Hold (7.17.17)

Mon, 17 Jul 2017 13:31:36 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Donna Edwards, Jordan Fabian, and Steven Shepard to discuss the latest roadblock for the GOP's health care bill, one former member of Congress' impassioned plea to her colleagues on saving the ACA, the White House's shifting defense on Don Jr.'s Russia meeting, and Donald Trump's historically-low approval rating - the full Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Pinhead in Paris (7.14.17)

Fri, 14 Jul 2017 15:31:14 GMT

Bill Press is out so Jon Allen (Sidewire) is filling in. He welcomes Rachel Roubein, Capri Cafaro, and Rep. Stacey Plaskett (Virgin Islands) to discuss Donald Trump's latest defense for his "wonderful young" son, another health care fail from the GOP, how to appeal to Midwest voters, and what has to happen before impeachment becomes reality - the full Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Collusion Not a Delusion (7.13.17)

Thu, 13 Jul 2017 13:48:52 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Rep. Dan Kildee (D-MI), Janni Lehrer-Stein, and Ali Watkins to discuss the White House's attempts to downplay Donald Trump Jr.'s Russia meeting, whether it's time for articles of impeachment, advocating for the rights of disabled Americans, and how to connect the dots on the Trump administration's Russia collusion - the full Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Junior Plays Himself (7.12.17)

Wed, 12 Jul 2017 13:34:18 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Alan Pyke, Sabrina Siddiqui, and Patrick Murphy to discuss Donald Trump Jr. delivering a smoking gun to Robert Mueller, spineless Republicans' attempts to dodge Trump's scandals, Mitch McConnell's decision to delay August recess, and the Future Forum's work in engaging millennials on policy - the full Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Like Father, Like Son (7.11.17)

Tue, 11 Jul 2017 14:05:00 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Graham Vyse and Ben Terris to discuss Donald Trump Jr.'s 2016 meeting with a Russian lawyer, how to make 'single-payer health care' sound sexy, Kellyanne Conway's return to cable TV, and Jason Kander's rising stock among young Democrats - the full Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Decline of the American Empire (7.10.17)

Mon, 10 Jul 2017 13:25:35 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Travis Waldron, Daniella Gibbs-Leger, and Annie Linskey to discuss an isolated American president at Hamburg's G20 summit, the origin story behind the Trump WWE tweet, the likelihood of a health care bill passing this week, and the absurdity of working with Putin on strengthening cybersecurity - the full Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Trump Toes the Kremlin Line (7.7.17)

Fri, 07 Jul 2017 13:30:35 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Emily Atkin, Adam Smith, and Alexi McCammond to discuss Donald Trump's big meeting with Vladimir Putin at the G20, the latest on Scott Pruitt's quest to kill the EPA, the resignation of the director of the Office of Government Ethics, and Trump's lack of a plan for North Korea - the full Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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A Fradulent Voter Fraud Commission (7.6.17)

Thu, 06 Jul 2017 14:12:27 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Vann R. Newkirk II, Xochitl Hinojosa, and Ezra Rosenberg to discuss Donald Trump's latest stab at foreign diplomacy in Poland, the emerging new methods to fight asthma, the DNC's approach to finding a new leader for the party, and Kris Kobach's dangerous voter fraud commission - the full Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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The Way the (Smart) Cookie Crumbles (7.5.17)

Wed, 05 Jul 2017 13:51:01 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Joe Cirincione, Hadas Gold, and Niels Lesniewski to discuss Donald Trump's attempts at conducting foreign policy via Twitter, Kim 'Smart Cookie' Jong Un's latest missile test, why Trump voters love to hate the media, and what GOP senators are hearing at home on the health care bill - the full Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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The WWE President (7.3.17)

Mon, 03 Jul 2017 14:10:28 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Rita Siemion, Andrew Desiderio, and Jonathan Easley to discuss Donald Trump's wrestling-inspired tweet advocating violence against CNN, the bipartisan repeal of the 2001 AUMF, the terrifying idea of repealing Obamacare without a replacement, and what it will take for Republicans to turn against Trump - the full Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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The Next Level of Viciousness (6.30.17)

Fri, 30 Jun 2017 13:57:53 GMT

Bill Press is out so Igor Volsky is filling in. He welcomes Elana Schor, Paul Singer, and Carolyn Fiddler to discuss Donald Trump's sexist attack on Mika Brzezinski, a new push from Ben Sasse to repeal Obamacare without a replacement, whether or not press briefings are necessary, and the issues Democrats should campaign on in 2018 - the full Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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A Bill on Life Support (6.29.17)

Thu, 29 Jun 2017 13:35:04 GMT

Bill Press is out so Igor Volsky is filling in. He welcomes Simone Pathe, Mark Glaze, and Sam Berger to discuss Mitch McConnell's attempts to re-write the GOP health care bill, the debate over who should lead the Democrats into 2020, gun control advocates' efforts to combat the NRA's lies, and the possibility of single-payer as the Democrats' official platform - the full Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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McConnell Fumbles The Bill (6.28.17)

Wed, 28 Jun 2017 13:54:45 GMT

Bill Press is out so Jonathan Levy and executive producer Peter Ogburn are filling in. They welcome Zoe Tillman, Hunter Walker, and Matt Fuller to discuss Mitch McConnell's decision to postpone the GOP health care bill vote, Jared Kushner lawyering-up, a contentious exchange at yesterday's White House press briefing, and what it will take to get the AHCA to the Senate floor - the full Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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The GOP's CBO KO (6.27.17)

Tue, 27 Jun 2017 13:27:54 GMT

Bill Press is out so Sabrina Siddiqui (The Guardian) is filling in. She welcomes Rep. Cheri Bustos (D-IL), Krist Novoselic, & Faiz Shakir to discuss a potential knockout for the GOP health care bill following the release of the CBO score, the need to reach out to heartland voters, a founding member of Nirvana's fight for fair representation in our election system, & the ACLU's response to the Supreme Court's travel ban decision - the full Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Improve ACA, Don't Destroy It (6.26.17)

Mon, 26 Jun 2017 13:45:47 GMT

Bill Press is out so executive producer Peter Ogburn is filling in. He welcomes Sam Baker, Joel Payne, & Igor Bobic to discuss the best strategy for Democrats to combat the GOP health care bill, the likelihood of whether Mitch McConnell can get 50 votes for the bill, Donald Trump's blame-shift on Russia election meddling, & Nancy Pelosi's future in the Democratic Party - the full Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Cruel, Mean, Deadly (6.23.17)

Fri, 23 Jun 2017 14:01:35 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Tierney Sneed, Rep. Raul Ruiz (D-CA), & Matt Laslo to discuss the unveiling of the Senate GOP's health care bill, what it will take for the bill to fail, why Democrats are calling it 'cruel,' & calls for Nancy Pelosi to step down as minority leader - the full Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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A Heartless Heath Care Bill (6.22.17)

Thu, 22 Jun 2017 13:45:02 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Vann R. Newkirk II, Jordan Fabian, & Rep. John Yarmuth (D-KY) to discuss the search for the GOP Senate's health care bill, another cop acquitted of shooting a black man, the future of the White House Comms department, & the lack of heart in the Republicans' approach to health care - the full Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Democrats Dealt a Blow (6.21.17)

Wed, 21 Jun 2017 13:36:25 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Clare Foran, Alexander Bolton, & Sam Berger to discuss a devastating loss for Jon Ossoff in Georgia's special election, what we can learn from a Bernie-esque candidate in South Carolina, when we can expect to see the Senate GOP's health care bill, & what you can do to stop Trumpcare from being passed - the full Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Silence from Spicer & the Senate GOP (6.20.17)

Tue, 20 Jun 2017 14:05:49 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Kyle Kondik, Joe Cirincione, & Elizabeth Wydra to discuss the absurdity of off-camera press briefings at the White House, Democrats calling for GOP senators to show them their health care bill, a final look at poll numbers heading into election day in Georgia, the lack of transparency from our national security team, & several important cases ahead at the Supreme Court - the full Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Idiot Investigation (6.19.17)

Mon, 19 Jun 2017 13:47:08 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Eliza Collins, Matt Gertz, & Debbie Hines to discuss the inability of Donald Trump's legal team to remain on the same page as their boss, Jon Ossoff's final weekend of campaigning in Georgia, Megyn Kelly's ill-advised interview with Alex Jones, and a mistrial for Bill Cosby - the full Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Rhetoric Reversal (6.16.17)

Fri, 16 Jun 2017 13:45:27 GMT

Bill Press is out so executive producer Peter Ogburn is filling in. He welcomes Luiza Savage, Emma Roller, & Arthur Delaney to discuss hypocritical Republicans calling for Democrats to change their rhetoric, POLITICO's new series on women in politics, why it's time to stop blaming all Bernie supporters for the Virginia shooting, & Amazon's shady food stamps program - the full Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Baseball Blame Game (6.15.17)

Thu, 15 Jun 2017 13:32:20 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Graham Vyse, Cate Martel, & Michael Brune to discuss 'left wing rhetoric' being blamed for the GOP congressional baseball shooting, what Ralph Northam's primary win in Virginia means for the future of the Democratic party, Robert Mueller's deep dive into obstruction of justice, & the Sierra Club's environmental crusade against Donald Trump - the full Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Silence from Sessions (6.14.17)

Wed, 14 Jun 2017 14:25:39 GMT

Bill Press welcomes David Grann, Jason Dick, & Ryan Reilly to discuss Jeff Sessions' testimony in front of the Senate Intel Committee, the new book on the Osage Indians 'Killers of the Flower Moon,' a shooting at practice for the GOP Congressional baseball team, & whether or not Donald Trump can fire special prosecutor Robert Mueller - the full Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Praise for Our Dear Leader (6.13.17)

Tue, 13 Jun 2017 13:27:23 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Laicie Heeley, Igor Volsky, & Adam Smith to discuss the White House cabinet's embarrassing photo-op praise for their boss, the Pentagon's $600 billion budget request, Jeff Sessions' upcoming public hearing, & the Donald Trump's latest legal troubles - the full Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Lordy, I Hope There Are Tapes (6.12.17)

Mon, 12 Jun 2017 14:00:57 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Adam Wollner, Libby Watson, & Matt Fuller to discuss Donald Trump's assertion that James Comey is 'a leaker,' the growing evidence for obstruction of justice, Theresa May's future in Britain, & Paul Ryan's idiotic response to Comey's testimony - the full Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Lies, Plain & Simple (6.9.17)

Fri, 09 Jun 2017 13:34:32 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Rep. Dan Kildee (D-MI), Cameron Joseph, & Elana Schor for a full recap of James Comey's testimony including the lies Trump told about the FBI, a growing case for obstruction of justice, the rebuttal from Trump's personal lawyer, and the White House assertion that the president is not a liar - the full Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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All Eyes on Comey (6.8.17)

Thu, 08 Jun 2017 13:27:02 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Cory Bennett, Niall Stanage, & Paul Singer to discuss the seven-page statement from James Comey ahead of his testimony in front of the Senate Intelligence Committee, the fake news campaign that caused Donald Trump to criticize Qatar, the intel chiefs' inability to answer basic questions about the Russian investigation, & whether or not Comey's statement proves obstruction of justice - the full Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Comey Countdown (6.7.17)

Wed, 07 Jun 2017 14:04:21 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Gabriel Debenedetti, Justin Sink, & Jennifer Bendery to discuss the latest report that James Comey feared being alone with Trump, Georgia Republican Karen Handel's livable wage comments, Jeff Sessions' offer to resign, & Trump's new nominee for FBI director - the full Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Exhibit T(weet) (6.6.17)

Tue, 06 Jun 2017 14:25:56 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Jack Jenkins, Esther Yu-Hsi Lee, Sabrina Siddiqui, & Melanie Zanona to discuss the damage Trump's tweets could do to him in court, the burgeoning 'home sanctuary' movement, James Comey's freedom to speak his peace, & the White House's never-ending infrastructure week - the full Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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So NOW It's a Travel Ban (6.5.17)

Mon, 05 Jun 2017 14:03:47 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Nikki Schwab, Ali Watkins, Alexi McCammond to discuss Donald Trump's morning tweets on the 'travel ban,' Nikki Haley's break from the administration on climate change, Vladimir Putin's interview with Megyn Kelly, & Amazon's brick-and-mortar debut - the full Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Make Our Planet Great Again (6.2.17)

Fri, 02 Jun 2017 14:53:56 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Amy Harder, Christina Wilkie, & Tom Perez to discuss Donald Trump's historic failure by exiting the Paris climate agreement, fact-checking Trump's claims on economic disadvantage, the bevy of ethics waivers for White House staffers, & the DNC's 'Resistance Summer' campaign - the full Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Au Revoir, Paris (6.1.17)

Thu, 01 Jun 2017 15:01:26 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Lizet Ocampo, John Coequyt, & J. David Cox to discuss Donald Trump's decision to exit the Paris climate accord, People for the American Way's new Democratic bench-building initiative, the environmental effects of leaving the climate deal, & how government employees are negatively impacted by Trump's budget - the full Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Covfefe & Climate Change (5.31.17)

Wed, 31 May 2017 14:28:08 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Jordan Fabian, Kevin Baron, & Matthew Gertz to discuss Donald Trump's nonsensical midnight tweet, his decision to pull out of the Paris climate deal, the latest on the fight against ISIS, & Sean Hannity's never-ending conspiracy theories - the full Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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The White House's Kushner Crisis (5.30.17)

Tue, 30 May 2017 14:28:14 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Simone Pathe, Lily Eskelsen Garcia, & Ray Locker to discuss Jared Kushner's back-channel talks with Russia, how Democrats move on following a special election loss in Montana, why Betsy DeVos is bad for our children, & the damage done by Donald in Europe - the full Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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When Will Democrats Win? (5.26.17)

Fri, 26 May 2017 14:03:13 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Elana Schor, Jon Allen, & Pema Levy to discuss Rob Quist's loss in Montana's special election, additional support from Democratic leaders for a $15 minimum wage, what it will take for Democrats to win more Congressional seats, & Jared Kushner's new role at the center of the Russia investigation - the full Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Don't Call It a Health Care Bill (5.25.17)

Thu, 25 May 2017 13:29:18 GMT

Bill Press is out so executive producer Peter Ogburn is filling in. He welcomes Leslie Dach, Rebecca Vallas, & Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) to discuss the CBO score for the AHCA bill that leaves 23 million uninsured, the Republican House candidate bodyslamming a reporter in Montana, and a proposed budget that will help the rich and hurt the poor - the full Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Al Green is Ready to Impeach (5.24.17)

Wed, 24 May 2017 14:08:49 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Rep. Al Green (D-TX), John Bonifaz, James Forman Jr., & Asawin Suebsaeng to discuss Rep. Green's pledge to file articles of impeachment, John Brennan's testimony on the Trump campaign's Russian contacts, the new book Locking Up Our Own: Crime and Punishment in Black America, & Sean Hannity's wildest conspiracy theory to date - the full Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Flynn Pleads the Fifth (5.23.17)

Tue, 23 May 2017 13:35:28 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Rita Siemion, Ben Wikler, & Rep. Tim Ryan (D-OH) to discuss Michael Flynn's refusal to testify in front of the Senate, Donald Trump's record on targeted killings, the importance of Thursday's special election in Montana, & why Trump's budget stands to do harm to everyday Americans - the full Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Donald of Arabia (5.22.17)

Mon, 22 May 2017 14:25:14 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Holly Harris, Annie Linskey, & Jack Jenkins to discuss Donald Trump's Islam speech in Saudi Arabia, the bipartisan efforts on criminal justice reform, special counsel Robert Mueller's even-handed background, & Trump's ridiculous quest to unite the world's three major religions - the full Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Trump Denies & Lies (5.19.17)

Fri, 19 May 2017 14:05:22 GMT

Bill Press is out so Igor Volsky (Center for American Progress Action Fund) is filling in. He welcomes Pam Vogel, Ken Gude, & Rep. Al Green (D-TX) to recap a wild week in the news including Donald Trump's denial that he told Comey not to investigate Flynn, the death of Roger Ailes, what to expect from special prosecutor Robert Mueller, and the first call for impeachment from Congress - the full Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Can Trump Survive 4 Years? (5.18.17)

Thu, 18 May 2017 14:07:14 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Rep. Cheri Bustos (D-IL), Joe Cirincione, & David Fahrenthold to discuss the appointment of special prosecutor Robert Mueller, what it will take to call Trump's Comey request an obstruction of justice, previewing Trump's overseas speech on Islam, and an interview with Trump's biggest media enemy - the full Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Obstruction of Justice (5.17.17)

Wed, 17 May 2017 14:43:24 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Ryan Reilly, Rep. Dan Kildee (D-MI), & Tom LoBianco to discuss Donald Trump asking James Comey not to fire Michael Flynn, whether or not it should be concerned an obstruction of justice, the need for a special prosecutor, and what it will take to get Republicans to say 'impeachment' - the full Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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A Careless and Reckless President (5.16.17)

Tue, 16 May 2017 13:41:57 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Tom DeFrank & Maggie Severns to discuss the Washington Post's bombshell report on Donald Trump's sharing of classified information, Trump's hypocrisy on careless handling of classified material, reckless stock trading among members of Congress, and a big win for voting rights advocates in North Carolina - the full Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Jeff Sessions: Jailer-in-Chief (5.15.17)

Mon, 15 May 2017 14:10:47 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Clare Foran & Faiz Shakir to discuss Donald Trump's false assumption that James Comey's firing would be popular, the Democrats' lack of an impeachment plan, Trump's idea to do away with press briefings, and the ACLU's crusade against Jeff Sessions' heavy-handed 'crime crackdown' - the full Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Who Fired Comey? (5.12.17)

Fri, 12 May 2017 14:10:38 GMT

Bill Press is out so Sabrina Siddiqui (The Guardian) is filling in. She welcomes Graham Vyse, Tyler Tynes, & Jessica Schulberg to discuss the White House's shifting narrative on who recommended Comey's firing, the shortlist of possible replacements at the FBI, Rep. Jan Schakowsky's war against the NFL, & whether or not James Comey enjoyed broad support among his FBI colleagues - the full Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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A Constitutional Crisis (5.11.17)

Thu, 11 May 2017 14:21:30 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Debbie Hines, Ray LaHood, & Cory Bennett to discuss Sarah Huckabee Sanders' embarrassing defense of Trump's James Comey firing, why a constitutional crisis may be looming, a former transportation secretary's 'F' grade for US infrastructure, & what we can learn from the French election hacking - the full Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Trump's Nixonian Firing (5.10.17)

Wed, 10 May 2017 14:03:44 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Niels Lesniewski, Danielle Paquette, & Adam Smith to discuss Donald Trump's abrupt decision to fire FBI director James Comey, a bipartisan condemnation of the firing in the Senate, Ivanka Trump's conflicts of interest, & the Kushner company's golden visas - the full Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Sally Yates Speaks Her Truth (5.9.17)

Tue, 09 May 2017 14:07:11 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Jimmy Dahman, Ali Watkins, & Dave Jamieson to discuss Sally Yates' testimony in front of the Senate Judiciary Committee, the latest efforts from the Town Hall Project, how Yates tried to warn the White House about Michael Flynn, & the lies Republicans tell about their health-care plan - the full Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Paul Ryan's Latest Lie (5.8.17)

Mon, 08 May 2017 14:57:21 GMT

Bill Press is out so executive producer Peter Ogburn is filling in. He welcomes Jack Jenkins, Melanie Zanona, & Joel Payne to discuss Paul Ryan's lie that his health care bill received a CBO score, the Evangelicals who have stood by Donald Trump, whether an infrastructure bill could come to fruition soon, & the sharp contrast between the two parties' visions for health care - the full Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Democrats Acquire Ammunition for 2018 (5.5.17)

Fri, 05 May 2017 13:42:09 GMT

Bill Press is out so executive producer Peter Ogburn is filling in. He welcomes Alexi McCammond, Hunter Walker, & Alexandra Petri to discuss the GOP's health care bill passing the House, how Democrats plan to use the shortcomings of the bill for the 2018 midterms, Mike Pence's lily-white Cinco de Mayo celebration, & the New York Times' climate science-denying columnist - the full Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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The GOP's Health Care or High Water (5.4.17)

Thu, 04 May 2017 14:22:32 GMT

Bill Press welcomes John Iadarola, Rep. Jan Schakowsky (D-IL), Joe Cirincione, & Rep. Mark Pocan (D-WI) to discuss the Republicans' belief that they finally have the votes for their ACA replacement bill, why millions of Americans are at risk under their plan, Donald Trump's lack of love for Democratic world leaders, & the Progressive Caucus' People's Budget - the full Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Hillary Clinton Joins the Resistance (5.3.17)

Wed, 03 May 2017 14:53:54 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Matt Gertz, Rep. David Cicilline (D-RI), & Ray Mabus to discuss Hillary Clinton's return to public life, the future of Fox News, the reintroduction of the Equality Act in Congress, & the 75th Secretary of the Navy's take on Donald Trump's relationship with the military - the full Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Trump's Revisionist History (5.2.17)

Tue, 02 May 2017 13:46:07 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Vann R. Newkirk II, Matt Fuller, & Jennifer Bendery to discuss Sean Spicer's awkward defense of North Korea's dictator, Donald Trump's Civil War theory, the GOP's latest crack at a health-care bill, & the Obama wiretapping claims that never seem to die down - the full Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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A Mass Murderer Gets a White House Invite (5.1.17)

Mon, 01 May 2017 14:56:54 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Tiernan Sittenfeld, Libby Watson, & Steven Shepard to discuss the White House extending an invitation to controversial Filipino president Rodrigo Duterte, a recap of the People's Climate March on Washington, Trump's assault on net neutrality, & whether or not the president should be concerned about his lackluster poll numbers - the full Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Trump Thought This Would Be Easier (4.28.17)

Fri, 28 Apr 2017 13:40:57 GMT

Bill Press is out so Cameron Joseph (NY Daily News) is filling in. He welcomes Elise Foley, Jordan Chariton, & Jennifer Haberkorn to discuss Donald Trump's revealing Reuters interview, the administration's immigration crackdown, what Democrats have learned (or haven't learned) from the 2016 election, & a GOP health care bill on life support - the full Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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The Truth About Trump's Tax Plan (4.27.17)

Thu, 27 Apr 2017 14:04:15 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Donna Edwards, Jordan Fabian, & Rep. Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) to discuss Donald Trump's tax plan to benefit the wealthy, a former congresswoman's perspective on how Democrats move forward, the lack of action in Trump's executive orders, & the path for impeachment - the full Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Lock Him Up (4.26.17)

Wed, 26 Apr 2017 14:43:21 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Tim Mak, Gabriel Debenedetti, & Rep. Tim Ryan (D-OH) to discuss the House Oversight Committee's assertion that Michael Flynn broke the law, the rocky state of the Trump-Russia probe, a dispatch from Bernie Sanders' unity tour, & Donald Trump's broken promise on the wall - the full Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Can You Be a Pro-Life Democrat? (4.25.17)

Tue, 25 Apr 2017 14:10:27 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Eliza Collins, Emma Roller, & Emily Crockett to discuss Donald Trump's less-than-surprising tax plan, whether funding for the border wall will cause a government shutdown, the need for Democrats to fully embrace weed, & Tom Perez's comments on pro-lifers in the Democratic Party - the full Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Mexico's Not Gonna Pay for that Wall (4.24.17)

Mon, 24 Apr 2017 13:56:19 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Priscilla Alvarez, Jon Allen, & Amie Parnes to discuss Donald Trump's insistence there has to be funding for his border wall in the spending bill, Jeff Sessions' warning to sanctuary cities, & the new book 'Shattered: Inside Hillary Clinton's Doomed Campaign'- the full Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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The 420 Show (Bonus Episode)

Sat, 22 Apr 2017 15:46:43 GMT

It's a special bonus edition of the Bill Press Show celebrating the international stoner holiday 420 (April 20th) with Matt Laslo, NORML's Erik Altieri, the Washington Post's Maura Judkis, Peter Ogburn and Jamie Benson discussing the origin of the term 420, the rapid acceleration in marijuana legalization across the country, and how brands are beginning to discreetly market their products to pot smokers.

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Does Jeff Sessions Know Hawaii is a State? (4.21.17)

Fri, 21 Apr 2017 13:35:13 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Adam Wollner, Dara Lind, & Angelo Carusone to discuss Jeff Sessions' attack on a Hawaiian judge, the White House's belief that they can get a health care deal done before Trump's 100 days are up, a look back at the week in immigration, & Bill O'Reilly's big payout from Fox News - the full Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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O'Reilly Out (4.20.17)

Thu, 20 Apr 2017 14:48:42 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Caroline Weinberg, Steve Phillips, & Igor Bobic to discuss Bill O'Reilly's exit from Fox News, the upcoming March for Science, Jon Ossoff's chances in the Georgia runoff election, & Donald Trump's conflict of interest with Turkey - the full Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Almost Ossoff (4.19.17)

Wed, 19 Apr 2017 14:04:11 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Allan J. Lichtman, Alex Seitz-Wald, & Hadas Gold to discuss Democrat Jon Ossoff's near victory in Georgia's special election, the new book The Case for Impeachment, Elizabeth Warren's 2020 aspirations, & the end of Bill O'Reilly's tenure at Fox News - the full Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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'This Gentleman' in North Korea (4.18.17)

Tue, 18 Apr 2017 15:45:23 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Chris Hayden, Amy Harder, & Cameron Joseph to discuss Donald Trump's inability to identify Kim Jong Un, the cost of his frequent trips to Mar-a-Lago, the latest from Rick Perry's Department of Energy, & Trump's congratulatory call to Turkey's president on expanding his dictatorship - the full Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Are You Ready for WWIII? (4.17.17)

Mon, 17 Apr 2017 13:42:12 GMT

With Trump threatening to bomb multiple countries, it's just a matter of time before we piss off the wrong one. Plus, we recap the #TaxMarch and expose the hypocrisy of the White House hiding the visitor logs.We talk to Huffington Post's Travis Waldron, Democratic Strategist Joel Payne and CNN's Jeremy Herb.

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Jeff Sessions is the Real Villain (4.14.17)

Fri, 14 Apr 2017 14:21:03 GMT

Bill Press is out so Jimmy Williams (DecodeDC) is filling in. He welcomes Esther Yu-Hsi Lee, Jacqueline Climas, & Pema Levy to discuss the Trump administration's authorization of the 'Mother of all Bombs' in Afghanistan, the awful treatment of immigration detainees, the threat that North Korea poses, & why Jeff Sessions is far more dangerous than Steve Bannon - the full Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Donald Trump's Flip Flops (4.13.17)

Thu, 13 Apr 2017 14:27:00 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Delvone Michael, Nikki Schwab, & Alex Roarty to discuss Donald Trump's major reversal on NATO, the upcoming Tax Day march, Sean Spicer's apology, & a 'foul' path to 2020 for the Democratic Party - the full Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Spicey Steps In It (4.12.17)

Wed, 12 Apr 2017 14:20:27 GMT

Bill Press welcomes David Daley, Wayne Pacelle, & Alexandra Jaffe to discuss Sean Spicer's Holocaust comments, the Democrats' narrow loss in Kansas' special election, the latest on the Humane Society's fight against animal cruelty, & a dispatch from contentious town halls across America - the full Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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It's Bigger Than Bernie (4.11.17)

Tue, 11 Apr 2017 14:12:30 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Kyle Kondik, Angel Padilla, & Asawin Seubsaeng to discuss David Fahrenthold's big Pulitzer win, a big opportunity for House Democrats in Kansas' 4th district, the Indivisible Guide's view on the face of the resistance, & the ongoing feud between Jared Kushner and Steve Bannon - the full Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Getting the Story Straight on Syria (4.10.17)

Mon, 10 Apr 2017 15:53:58 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Dr. Stuart Titus, Andrew Hard, Patrick Tucker, & Paul Singer to discuss the Trump administration's inconsistent opinions on whether Assad should stay or go, the push to legalize recreational marijuana, what was or wasn't gained in Trump's Syria bombing, & the constant infighting within the White House - the full Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Extended Play w/ Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-WA)

Sat, 08 Apr 2017 13:00:00 GMT

On this week's Extended Play, Bill Press and Bob Cusack (The Hill) sit down with Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) to discuss the GOP's failed health-care agenda, the free college legislation she introduced with Bernie Sanders, and the optimism circulating within the Progressive Caucus.

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Trump Starts His First War (4.7.17)

Fri, 07 Apr 2017 13:48:12 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Elena Schneider, Christina Wilkie, & Karine Jean-Pierre to discuss Donald Trump's airstrikes on a Syrian airbase, Democrat Jon Ossoff's chances in the Georgia special election, how Trump's base is reacting to their leader's act of war, & MoveOn's priorities in the era of Trump - all the big highlights from this Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Free College Could Soon Be a Reality (4.6.17)

Thu, 06 Apr 2017 14:02:11 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Jim Dean, Bob Cusack, & Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) to discuss Donald Trump's defense of Bill O'Reilly, highlighting rising Democrats in state-level elections, Steve Bannon's ouster from the National Security Council, and efforts in Congress to make free college a reality - all the big highlights from this Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Trump Tries Another Distraction (4.5.17)

Wed, 05 Apr 2017 14:04:14 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Josh Lederman, Michele Jawando, & Scott Wong to discuss the Susan Rice 'scandal' pushed by the White House, the state of Rex Tillerson's State Department, Jeff Merkley's Gorsuch all-nighter, & the GOP's futile attempts to revive the Obamacare repeal - all the big highlights from this Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Democrats Trigger the Nuclear Option (4.4.17)

Tue, 04 Apr 2017 13:35:50 GMT

Bill Press is out so executive producer Peter Ogburn is filling. He welcomes Adam Smith, Sabrina Siddiqui, & Alex Seitz-Wald to discuss Mitch McConnell's SCOTUS hypocrisy, ProPublica's report on Donald Trump's not-so-blind trust, the age of Sean Spicer, & what the Democrats stand to gain in filibustering Neil Gorsuch - all the big highlights from this Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Untangling Trump's Russian Web (4.3.17)

Mon, 03 Apr 2017 13:51:48 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Graham Vyse & McKay Coppins to discuss Michael Flynn's story to tell, Donald Trump's Russian spin cycle, the Democratic votes needed to confirm Neil Gorsuch, & Jason Chaffetz's hypocritical approach to investigations - all the big highlights from this Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Extended Play w/ Slate's Joshua Keating

Sat, 01 Apr 2017 16:00:00 GMT

On this week's episode of Extended Play, Bill Press talks to Slate's Joshua Keating about how different Trump's strategy for fighting ISIS is than Obama's, the lack of concern for killing civilians, the four wars the US is involved in, & the foreign policy implications of Brexit.

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Flynn Asks for Immunity (3.31.17)

Fri, 31 Mar 2017 14:32:56 GMT

Bill Press is out so Jon Allen (Sidewire) is filling in. He welcomes Greg Giroux, Ben Kamisar, & Nahal Toosi to discuss Devin Nunes' White House source, the Democrats' push to steal a special election in Georgia, Michael Flynn's plea for immunity, & debating Trump's war strategy - all the big highlights from this Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Congress Kills Internet Privacy (3.30.17)

Thu, 30 Mar 2017 15:05:16 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Rep. John Yarmuth (D-KY), Clare Foran, & Joshua Keating to discuss the repeal of President Obama's Internet privacy protections, how essential Democrats will be in improving Obamacare, Devin Nunes' fear of an open hearing on Russia, & how Trump's approach to war is far different than Obama's - all the big highlights from this Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show

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Trump Lies to Coal Miners (3.29.17)

Wed, 29 Mar 2017 16:19:21 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Robinson Meyer, Matt Fuller, & Ali Watkins to discuss the beginning of the rollback on President Obama's climate policies, Donald Trump's dangerous promise to coal miners, Paul Ryan's repeal revival, & Sean Spicer's Russian dressing remark - all the big highlights from this Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Democrats Call for Nunes' Recusal (3.28.17)

Tue, 28 Mar 2017 14:27:44 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Tom Jawetz, Joe Cirincione, & Hunter Walker to discuss Devin Nunes' secret trip to the White House, Jeff Sessions' threat to sanctuary cities, Donald Trump's national security weapon, & Jared Kushner's meeting with a Russian banker - all the big highlights from this Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Paul Ryan Learns Big Things are Hard (3.27.17)

Mon, 27 Mar 2017 14:11:02 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Dr. Maya Rockeymoore, Emily Tisch Sussman, & Jason Dick to discuss the aftermath of the GOP health care bill failure, the future of autonomous labor, how progressives can build on the GOP's loss, & Judge Jeanine Pirro's call for Paul Ryan's ouster - all the big highlights from this Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Extended Play w/ ThinkProgress' Jack Jenkins + Carimah Townes

Sat, 25 Mar 2017 13:00:00 GMT

On this week's episode of Extended Play, Bill Press talks to ThinkProgress' Jack Jenkins & Carimah Townes about their exclusive report on the NYPD cop at the center of the 2014 Eric Garner case. New records indicate that Officer Daniel Pantaleo, who is white, had an extensive disciplinary record that was shielded by New York City. This leads to a larger discussion of the unjust killings of unarmed African Americans in this country.

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The Art of the Choke (3.24.17)

Fri, 24 Mar 2017 14:04:21 GMT

Bill Press & Peter Ogburn welcome Jordan Fabian, Dawn Laguens, & Dan Diamond to discuss Donald Trump's failure to deliver a health care vote to the floor of the House, why Trump should've tackled tax reform first, how Planned Parenthood stands to lose with the GOP health plan, & what Democrats plan to do to fight the bill - all the big highlights from this Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Impeachment Could Be Nigh (3.23.17)

Thu, 23 Mar 2017 14:34:56 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Jessica Schulberg, Elizabeth Wydra, & Rep. Mark Pocan (D-WI) to discuss the Freedom Caucus' final stand against the GOP health care bill, Devin Nunes' intel attention grab, Adam Schiff's Trump-Russia evidence potentially leading to impeachment, whether or not Democrats are striking a deal on the Gorsuch confirmation, & Paul Ryan's wonk fail - all the big highlights from this Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Democrats Should Fight Gorsuch (3.22.17)

Wed, 22 Mar 2017 14:02:08 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Leslie Dach, Sam Baker, Carimah Townes, & Jack Jenkins to discuss Democrats' tough questions for SCOTUS nominee Neil Gorsuch, Tom Price's mission to kill Obamacare, why Gorsuch's 'frozen trucker' ruling matters, & new information on the NYC cop who killed Eric Garner in 2014 - all the big highlights from this Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Comey Calls Trump a Liar (3.21.17)

Tue, 21 Mar 2017 14:54:16 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Congresswoman Elizabeth Esty (D-CT), Tom LoBianco, & Jennifer Bendery to discuss the two bombshells revealed at James Comey's hearing on the Hill, why Republicans care more about guns than preventing veterans' suicides, what's next in the Trump/Russia investigation, & how Democrats plan to fight Neil Gorsuch's SCOTUS confirmation - all the big highlights from this Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Comey's Chance to Come Clean (3.20.17)

Mon, 20 Mar 2017 13:59:10 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Elana Schor, Neil King, & Annie Linskey to discuss FBI director James Comey's opportunity to debunk Donald Trump's wiretapping claims at his hearing today, how the Democrats plan to fight Neil Gorsuch's SCOTUS nomination, setting the facts straight on Trump's budget, and the latest on Elizabeth Warren's 2020 aspirations - all the big highlights from this Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Extended Play w/ Rep. Dan Kildee (D-MI)

Sat, 18 Mar 2017 13:00:00 GMT

On this week's episode of Extended Play, Bill Press talks to Congressman Dan Kildee (D-MI) about Donald Trump's pledge to loosen CAFE standards, how the Great Lakes will be affected by Trump's proposed budget, Trump's bogus wiretapping claims, and Ryancare vs. Trumpcare.

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Trading Meals on Wheels for Mar-a-Lago (3.17.17)

Fri, 17 Mar 2017 14:02:54 GMT

Bill Press is out so executive producer Peter Ogburn is filling in. He welcomes Harry Stein, Tim Mak, & Joel Payne to discuss Mick Mulvaney's heartless defense of Donald Trump's disastrous budget, how Republicans will respond to the budget, Sean Spicer's belief there's "more to come" on the wiretapping claims, & what Democrats can to do fight the budget and the GOP health care plan - all the big highlights from this Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Trump's Travel Ban Dealt Another Blow (3.16.17)

Thu, 16 Mar 2017 14:05:07 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Congressman Dan Kildee (D-MI), Asawin Suebsaeng, & Congressman Don Beyer (D-VA) to discuss two federal judges blocking Donald Trump's Muslim ban, Trump's pledge to loosen CAFE standards in Michigan, the lack of evidence in Trump's wiretapping claims, & the Republicans' losing fight on health care - all the big highlights from this Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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The Tax Return Bombshell That Wasn't (3.15.17)

Wed, 15 Mar 2017 14:19:15 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Kevin Griffis, Congresswoman Jackie Speier (D-CA), & Cameron Joseph to discuss Rachel Maddow's release of Donald Trump's 2005 tax return, in defense of the CBO's GOP health care plan analysis, the latest on the Trump-Russia investigation in Congress, & Steve Bannon's personal vendetta against Paul Ryan - all the big highlights from this Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Brietbart Bashes Paul Ryan (3.14.17)

Tue, 14 Mar 2017 14:37:59 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Maura Calsyn, Nikki Schwab, & Scott Wong to discuss the CBO's estimate of 24 million insured under the GOP health care plan, Steve King's blatantly racist comments on preserving white culture, & the curiously-timed release of a leaked tape featuring Paul Ryan's dismissal of Donald Trump - all the big highlights from this Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Paul Ryan's Pathetic Plan (3.13.17)

Mon, 13 Mar 2017 14:38:21 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Alan Pyke, Peter Fenn, & Carolyn Fiddler to discuss Paul Ryan's inability to answer how many people will be covered under his health care bill, Donald Trump's abrupt firing of 46 US attorney generals, why the Democrats shouldn't clean up the Republicans' mess, & how to get voters more involved with state-level elections - all the big highlights from this Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Extended Play w/ Rep. Ruben Gallego (D-AZ)

Sat, 11 Mar 2017 14:00:00 GMT

On the first episode of Extended Play, Bill Press talks to Congressman Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) about the GOP's disastrous health care bill, the lack of substance in Donald Trump's policies, the targeting of women and children in deportation raids, and the foreign tension caused by Trump's Muslim ban.

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Sean Spicer's Wiretap Wavering (3.10.17)

Fri, 10 Mar 2017 16:15:58 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Congresswoman Cheri Bustos (D-IL), Congressman Raul Ruiz (D-CA), Adam Wollner, & Pema Levy to discuss the White House's inconsistent messaging on Donald Trump's wiretapping claims, the Democratic response to Paul Ryan's Powerpoint presentation on health care, & the latest on Trump's Russian connections - all the big highlights from this Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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GOP Health Care: Pay More, Get Less (3.9.17)

Thu, 09 Mar 2017 15:07:37 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Esther Yu-Hsi Lee, Seung Min Kim, & Congressman Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) to discuss Republicans' 'pay more, get less' health care bill, the biggest takeaway from a Day Without a Woman, whether or not 'Trumpcare' is a thing, & the latest from the front lines of the immigration debate - all the big highlights from this Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Health Care & Muslim Ban: Legislation on the Fly (3.8.17)

Wed, 08 Mar 2017 14:53:46 GMT

Bill Press is out so Sabrina Siddiqui (The Guardian) is filling in. She welcomes Vann R. Newkirk II, Congressman Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ), & Faiz Shakir to discuss the White House's lack of evidence on Donald Trump's wiretapping claims, the Republicans' intraparty divide on health care, a moderate Democrat's take on the health care fight, & the ACLU's fight against Muslim Ban 2.0 - all the big highlights from this Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Republican Fail: Muslim Ban 2.0 + ACA Repeal (3.7.17)

Tue, 07 Mar 2017 15:00:59 GMT

Bill Press is out so MoveOn.org's Ben Wikler is filling in. He welcomes Joel Berg, Yasmine Taeb, & Ron Pollack to discuss the many flaws with the Republican's Obamacare replacement bill, tips for surviving the Trump presidency, a new travel ban that's still a Muslim ban, & how to fight the ACA repeal - all the big highlights from this Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Trump's Baseless Claims of Wiretapping (3.6.17)

Mon, 06 Mar 2017 15:08:14 GMT

Bill Press is out so executive producer Peter Ogburn is filling in. He welcomes Paul Singer, Cate Martel, & Patrick Tucker to discuss Donald Trump's accusation that President Obama wiretapped Trump Tower, whether or not Congress will investigate these baseless claims, what to expect from the new travel ban, & a full timeline that explains what prompted Trump to tweet at 6am on a Saturday - all the big highlights from this Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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The Trump Administration's Russian Web (3.3.17)

Fri, 03 Mar 2017 15:29:46 GMT

Bill Press is out so executive producer Peter Ogburn is filling in. He welcomes Alexandra Jaffe, Matt Fuller, & Adam Smith to discuss the latest on the Trump administration's Russian links , the 'secret' Obamacare replacement bill, the myth of Paul Ryan The Policy Wonk, & the latest on Trump's conflicts of interest - all the big highlights from this Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Jeff Sessions' Russia Revelation (3.2.17)

Thu, 02 Mar 2017 15:02:54 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Joe Cirincione, Steven Shepard, & Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) to discuss Jeff Sessions' meetings with the Russian ambassador during the 2016 campaign, the latest on the revamped travel ban, Trump's approval rating following his first address to Congress, & the Democrats' plan for investigating the Trump administration's Russian connections - all the big highlights from this Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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A Mess of a Presidential Address (3.1.17)

Wed, 01 Mar 2017 15:09:13 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Congressman Mark Takano (D-CA), Niall Stanage, & Dr. Julianne Malveaux to recap Donald Trump's address to a joint session of Congress including his tough talk on immigration, the claim that he 'inherited a mess' from President Obama, plus Trump's lackluster closing statement on Black History Month - all the big highlights from this Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Low Expectations for Trump's Address to the Nation (2.28.17)

Tue, 28 Feb 2017 15:50:43 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Christina Wilkie, Jon Allen, Nancy Altman, & Wendy Carrillo to discuss what to expect from Donald Trump's first address to a joint session of Congress, the administration's troubling connection to Russia, the future of social security, & the incredible story of a formerly-undocumented woman running for Congress in California - all the big highlights from this Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Democrats Elect Perez to Take on Trump (2.27.17)

Mon, 27 Feb 2017 15:14:15 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Larry Cohen, Cristóbal J. Alex, & Molly O'Toole to discuss Tom Perez's historic DNC chair victory, Donald Trump's ramped-up deportation force, & the Trump administration's plans for the prisoners at Guantanamo Bay - all the big highlights from this Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Jeff Sessions' Impending Marijuana Crackdown (2.24.17)

Fri, 24 Feb 2017 14:58:42 GMT

Bill Press is out so Cameron Joseph (New York Daily News) is filling in. He welcomes Graham Vyse, Emma Roller, & Ben Geman to discuss the White House suggesting there will be 'greater enforcement' of marijuana laws, a big week for the Trump train at CPAC, the re-emerging Democratic Socialists of America movement, & Trump's rollback of Obama's coal regulations - all the big highlights from this Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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DNC Candidates Debate as Protesters Grab the Spotlight (2.23.17)

Thu, 23 Feb 2017 15:14:19 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Clare Foran, Ben Wikler, & Abed Ayoub to discuss last night's CNN DNC debate, the resistance in red states, MoveOn's efforts to fight Donald Trump, & the White House's reworking of their immigration order (still a Muslim ban) - all the big highlights from this Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Trump's Anti-Semitism Band-Aid (2.22.17)

Thu, 23 Feb 2017 13:30:26 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Jack Jenkins, Angel Padilla, & Justin Sink to discuss the White House's impending crackdown on illegal immigrants, Donald Trump's half-hearted attempt to address anti-Semitism across the country, the Indivisible Guide to resisting Trump, & Sean Spicer's media war - all the big highlights from this Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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The Town Hall Movement & Bill's DNC Endorsement (2.21.17)

Tue, 21 Feb 2017 15:32:46 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Jonathan Swan, Sabrina Siddiqui, & Jimmy Dahman to discuss the best candidate to lead the Democratic National Committee, conservatives' sudden disowning of Milo Yiannopoulos, the taxpayer cost of Donald Trump's trips to Mar-a-Lago, & the volunteer-driven Town Hall Project - all the big highlights from this Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Trump Declares the Media is His Enemy (2.20.17)

Tue, 21 Feb 2017 13:35:20 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Niels Lesniewski, Alex Seitz-Wald, & Evan McMorris-Santoro to discuss Donald Trump's first 2020 campaign rally, the Senate's secret meeting with James Comey, Trump's dangerous war with the media, the final stretch of the race for DNC chair - all the big highlights from this Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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An Interview with Maxine Waters (Special Edition)

Sun, 19 Feb 2017 21:15:48 GMT

Bill Press sits down for an exclusive interview with Congresswoman Maxine Waters (D-CA) to discuss Michael Flynn, the Trump campaign's connections to Russia, the president's history of sexual assault, the future of the Democratic party, & much more.

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Trump's 77-Minute Disaster of a Press Conference (2.17.17)

Fri, 17 Feb 2017 14:58:26 GMT

Bill Press is out so executive producer Peter Ogburn is filling in. He welcomes Ali Watkins, Matt Laslo, & Laura Bassett to discuss Trump's casual racism in the face of a black reporter at his press conference, the latest on the United States' relationship with Russia, Trump's in-person fact check, & the surge of women jumping into politics - all the big highlights from this Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Impeaching Trump & Rejecting Puzder (2.16.17)

Thu, 16 Feb 2017 16:14:44 GMT

Bill Press welcomes John Bonifaz, Ron Fein, Joe Cirincione, & Marianne LeVine to discuss Donald Trump's defense of Michael Flynn, the campaign to impeach the president, Trump's bumbling press conference with Netanyahu, & the Oprah tape that helped take down Labor nominee Andrew Puzder - all the big highlights from this Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Rep. John Yarmuth (D-KY) & Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) (2.15.17)

Wed, 15 Feb 2017 15:36:53 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Congressman John Yarmuth (D-KY), Kevin Baron, & Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) to discuss investigating the Trump administration's Russia ties in the wake of new reports, Trump's disturbing relationship with the military, & how Senate Democrats intend to take action - all the big highlights from this Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Rep. Tim Ryan (D-OH) & Del Wilber (2.14.17)

Tue, 14 Feb 2017 15:08:26 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Heather Timmons, Congressman Tim Ryan (D-OH), & Del Quentin Wilber to discuss Michael Flynn's resignation, the fate of Kellyanne Conway, the strategy for Democrats moving forward, & the latest on the immigration ban - all the big highlights from this Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Jimmy Williams & Annie Linskey (2.13.17)

Mon, 13 Feb 2017 15:27:24 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Esther Yu Hsi Lee, Jimmy Williams, & Annie Linskey to discuss Michael Flynn in big trouble, the latest on the Trump administration's deportation raids, Donald Trump's mental health, & new allegations of voter fraud in New Hampshire - all the big highlights from this Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Jon Allen Guest Hosts (2.10.17)

Fri, 10 Feb 2017 15:13:43 GMT

Bill Press is out so Jon Allen (Roll Call / Sidewire) is filling in. He welcomes Adam Smith, Arthur Delaney, & Olivia Nuzzi to discuss Kellyanne Conway hawking Ivanka Trump's clothing line, big trouble for Michael Flynn, & the Bannon/Priebus dynamic in the White House - all the big highlights from this Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Gabriel Debenedetti & Dave Jamieson (2.9.17)

Thu, 09 Feb 2017 15:06:39 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Tierney Sneed, Gabriel Debenedetti, & Dave Jamieson to discuss Jeff Sessions' confirmation as attorney general, the GOP stalling on an Obamacare replacement, the latest on the DNC race, & Andy Puzder's shameful treatment of his fast food employees - all the big highlights from this Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Dr. Julianne Malveaux & Jennifer Bendery (2.8.17)

Wed, 08 Feb 2017 14:52:49 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Dr. Julianne Malveaux, Alan Pyke, & Jennifer Bendery to discuss Elizabeth Warren getting silenced on the floor of the Senate, Jeff Sessions' record on race, Donald Trump's murder rate lie, & the Democrats' SCOTUS strategy - all the big highlights from this Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Rep. Mark Pocan (D-WI) & Vann R. Newkirk II (2.7.17)

Tue, 07 Feb 2017 14:46:55 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Graham Vyse, Vann R. Newkirk II, & Congressman Mark Pocan (D-WI) to discuss Donald Trump's lie about the media's 'under-reporting' of terror attacks, Al Franken's time to shine, Steve Bannon's heavy hand, & whether or not impeachment is imminent - all the big highlights from this Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Sen. Byron Dorgan, Pema Levy and Paul Singer

Mon, 06 Feb 2017 18:53:39 GMT

After a bad weekend for President Trump, Bill recaps what went wrong. Between botched executive orders and praising Putin, Trump is a mess. We talk to former Senator Byron Dorgan about why things are so contentious these days. Plus, Mother Jones political reporter Pema Levy illustrates how messed up the rollback of the financial regulations are. And then we talk to Paul Singer from USA Today about when a lie is.... A LIE.

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Peter Ogburn Guest Hosts (2.3.17)

Fri, 03 Feb 2017 15:18:55 GMT

Bill Press is out so executive producer Peter Ogburn is filling in. He welcomes Jack Jenkins, Joel Payne, & Congressman Raul Ruiz (D-CA) to discuss strategies for fighting Republicanism, Donald Trump's blasphemous prayer breakfast, a Black History Month for the ages, & a trio of ethics bills intended to stop politicians' spending on their own businesses - all the big highlights from this Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Jordan Fabian & Elizabeth Wydra (2.2.17)

Thu, 02 Feb 2017 16:31:35 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Jordan Fabian & Elizabeth Wydra to discuss Rex Tillerson's confirmation as secretary of state, Michael Flynn's threat to Iran, Donald Trump's Black History Month fail, & blocking the votes for SCOTUS + Cabinet nominees - all the big highlights from this Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Rep. Ted Lieu (D-CA) & Tom Perez (2.1.17)

Wed, 01 Feb 2017 16:53:24 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Tom Perez, Sam Baker, Elliot Mincberg, & Congressman Ted Lieu (D-CA) to discuss Sean Spicer's refusal to acknowledge the word 'ban,' a DNC candidate's vision for the Trump resistance, SCOTUS nominee Neil Gorsuch record on key issues, & what it would take for Democrats' to initiate impeachment - all the big highlights from this Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Rep. Robin Kelly (D-IL) & Priscilla Alvarez (1.31.17)

Tue, 31 Jan 2017 16:19:27 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Priscilla Alvarez, Congresswoman Robin Kelly (D-IL), & J. David Cox to discuss Donald Trump's firing of his deputy attorney general, clarifying the facts on the immigration ban, how Democrats in Congress plan to fight back, & the AFGE's opinion on Trump's federal hiring freeze - all the big highlights from this Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Jon Allen & Scott Wong (1.30.17)

Mon, 30 Jan 2017 15:10:03 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Scott Wong, Jon Allen, & Faiz Shakir to discuss Donald Trump's executive order to ban immigrants from Muslim-majority countries, a lackluster response from Republicans in Congress, the dangerous appointment of Steve Bannon to the National Security Council, & a remarkable fundraising weekend for the ACLU - all the big highlights from this Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Sabrina Siddiqui Guest Hosts (1.27.17)

Fri, 27 Jan 2017 15:29:45 GMT

Bill Press is out so Sabrina Siddiqui (The Guardian) is filling in. She welcomes Jonathan Levy, Ben Geman, Hadas Gold, & Jared Rizzi to discuss the specifics of Donald Trump's Muslim ban, whether or not Congress will help Trump fund the wall, the Brietbart White House, & the never-ending voter fraud myth - all the big highlights from this Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Brad Woodhouse & Elise Foley (1.26.17)

Thu, 26 Jan 2017 14:44:20 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Brad Woodhouse, Elena Schneider, & Elise Foley to discuss Donald Trump's pledge to build the wall within the next few months, how Democrats should mobilize, the latest on Trump's cabinet nominees, & the fight against Trump's pledge to eliminate sanctuary cities - all the big highlights from this Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Rep. Cheri Bustos (D-IL) & Randi Weingarten (1.25.17)

Wed, 25 Jan 2017 15:05:42 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Congresswoman Cheri Bustos (D-IL), Randi Weingarten, & Cameron Joseph to discuss Donald Trump's assault on the environment, a threat to send the 'feds' to Chicago, why the AFT opposes Betsy DeVos, & combating the voter fraud lie - all the big highlights from this Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) & Christina Wilkie (1.24.17)

Tue, 24 Jan 2017 15:26:40 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Christina Wilkie, Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR), & Eliza Collins to discuss Sean Spicer's second act, the lack of evidence in the assertion that Trump has resigned from his businesses, the #SwampCabinet opposition, & a lesser-known aspect of the ACA that affects Native Americans - all the big highlights from this Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Igor Volsky & Sarah Wheaton (1.23.17)

Mon, 23 Jan 2017 15:25:12 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Igor Volsky, David Daley, & Sarah Wheaton to discuss Donald Trump's doom-and-gloom inauguration address, the DNC candidates' decision to skip the Women's March, & Sean Spicer's 'alternative facts' - all the big highlights from this Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Niall Stanage & Neil King (1.20.17)

Fri, 20 Jan 2017 14:53:03 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Niall Stanage & Neil King to discuss today's inauguration including why the Trump resistance will be much different than the fight against George W. Bush, what big policy plans we should expect from the new administration, & Barack Obama's post-presidency plans - all the big highlights from this Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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An Interview w/ Bernie Sanders (Special Edition)

Thu, 19 Jan 2017 19:00:00 GMT

Bill Press sits down for an exclusive interview with Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) to discuss the future of the Democratic Party, how to survive a Trump presidency, connecting with Democratic voters, and much more.

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Pete Buttigieg & Sally Boynton Brown (1.19.17)

Thu, 19 Jan 2017 15:47:59 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Elizabeth Buhr, Jackie Savage, Pete Buttigieg, Sally Boynton Brown, Farrah Skeiky, & Chef Seng Luangrath to discuss President Obama's final press conference, everything you need to know about the Women's March on Washington, two candidates' visions for the future of the DNC, & the DC restaurant industry's decision to give back to the community on inauguration weekend - all the big highlights from this Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Sabrina Siddiqui & Ray Buckley (1.18.17)

Wed, 18 Jan 2017 15:00:31 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Collin O'Mara, Sabrina Siddiqui, & Ray Buckley to discuss Chelsea Manning's unexpected commutation, the Trump cabinet's record on environmental issues, Betsy DeVos' contentious education hearing, & why the New Hampshire Democratic Party Chair wants to run the DNC - all the big highlights from this Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Tom LoBianco & Josh Lederman (1.17.17)

Tue, 17 Jan 2017 15:28:12 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Tom LoBianco, Josh Lederman, & Jason Dick to discuss the 40+ Democrats that plan to skip the inauguration, the divide within the Democratic party, the future of the White House press corps, & Donald Trump's 'rigged' approval numbers - all the big highlights from this Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Zach Carter & Vann R. Newkirk II (1.16.17)

Mon, 16 Jan 2017 14:59:44 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Keith Mestrich, Zach Carter, & Vann R. Newkirk II to discuss Congressional Democrats' pledge to skip the inauguration following Donald Trump's attack on John Lewis, the state of the economy as President Obama leaves office, Democrats buckling at the knees of big pharma, & the hurdles Republicans face in replacing Obamacare - all the big highlights from this Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Igor Volsky Guest Hosts (1.13.17)

Fri, 13 Jan 2017 15:27:53 GMT

Bill Press is out so Igor Volsky (Center for American Progress Action Fund) is filling in. He welcomes Joe Marks, Adam Smith, & Matt Fuller to discuss Paul Ryan's awkward Obamacare moment at last night's CNN town hall, the state of America's cybersecurity in light of the Russia hacks, Jason Chaffetz's newest target, & the Republicans' lack of a health care replacement plan - all the big highlights from this Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Rep. Mark Pocan (D-WI) & Joe Cirincione (1.12.17)

Thu, 12 Jan 2017 17:52:23 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Joe Cirincione, Melanie Sloan, & Congressman Mark Pocan (D-WI) to discuss Donald Trump's first press conference as president elect, the foreign policy implications of Rex Tillerson as secretary of state, Trump's refusal to fully divest from his businesses, & combating Trump's claim that Obamacare is the Democrats' problem - all the big highlights from this Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Michael Wilner & Faiz Shakir (1.11.17)

Wed, 11 Jan 2017 15:23:39 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Michael Wilner, Faiz Shakir, & Elizabeth Wydra to discuss the bombshell report on Donald Trump's ties to Russia, a preview of the Trump administration's relationship with Israel, & the lack of fireworks at Jeff Sessions' confirmation hearing on Capitol Hill - all the big highlights from this Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Frank Sesno & Tom DeFrank (1.10.17)

Tue, 10 Jan 2017 15:49:31 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Joel Payne, Frank Sesno, & Tom DeFrank to discuss Chuck Schumer's SCOTUS letter to Mitch McConnell, Jeff Sessions' racist record, how the media handled Trump throughout the election, and the great differences between Trump and Obama - all the big highlights from this Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Jon Allen & Clare Foran (1.9.17)

Mon, 09 Jan 2017 15:45:28 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Ron Pollack, Jon Allen, & Clare Foran to discuss the need for Donald Trump to recognize Russia's involvement in hacking the election, the effect an Obamacare repeal would have on American families, Meryl Streep's message to journalists in the age of Trump, & the Democrats' daunting future - all the big highlights from this Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Peter Ogburn Guest Hosts (1.6.17)

Fri, 06 Jan 2017 15:57:10 GMT

Bill Press is out so executive producer Peter Ogburn is filling in. He welcomes Travis Waldron, Adam Smith, & Ali Watkins to discuss $24 cocktails at the Trump Hotel, Kentucky's disregard for labor unions, the latest on Donald Trump's conflicts of interest, & the FBI's handling of the DNC hacks - all the big highlights from this Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Rep. Raul Ruiz (D-CA) & Alex Seitz-Wald (1.5.17)

Thu, 05 Jan 2017 15:54:29 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Cornell Belcher, Alex Seitz-Wald, & Congressman Raul Ruiz (D-CA) to discuss Mitch McConnell's hypocritical refusal to allow Democrats to block the GOP's SCOTUS nominee, the new book A Black Man in the White House, Josh Earnest's advice to Sean Spicer, & why Obamacare is a necessary tool for all Americans - all the big highlights from this Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Rep. Dan Kildee (D-MI) & Stephanie Schriock (1.4.17)

Wed, 04 Jan 2017 15:32:53 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Congressman Dan Kildee (D-MI), Carolyn Fiddler, & Stephanie Schriock to discuss the GOP's flip-flop on shuttering the Congressional Ethics Office, the lack of alternatives to Obamacare, the latest on North Carolina's state legislature, & EMILY's List outstanding roster of female politicians - all the big highlights from this Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Igor Volsky & Paul Singer (1.3.17)

Tue, 03 Jan 2017 15:12:21 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Igor Volsky, Paul Singer, & Simone Pathe to discuss broad expectations from the 115th US Congress, the GOP's vote to overhaul the Congressional Ethics Office, the Democrats' plan to fight Trump's cabinet picks, & the logistics of an Obamacare repeal - all the big highlights from this Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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The Legacy of President Barack Obama (Special Edition)

Mon, 02 Jan 2017 11:00:00 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Jen Bendery & Justin Sink for a special edition podcast on the legacy of President Barack Obama. From Obamacare to marriage equality, these three veteran White House correspondents take a critical look back at the first African-American president's eight years as commander-in-chief.

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Jon Allen Guest Hosts

Fri, 23 Dec 2016 16:02:52 GMT

Jonathan Allen discuss the role that Newt Gingrich played in the bitter partisan divide. We also talk to Salon's David Daley, Former Clinton Advisor Joel Payne and The Hill's Niall Stanage.

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Dante Chinni & Ryan Reilly (12.22.16)

Thu, 22 Dec 2016 16:42:40 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Priscilla Alvarez, Dante Chinni, & Ryan Reilly to discuss President Obama's legacy, the future of Guantanamo Bay, the Electoral College vs. the popular vote, & the troubling trend of jail suicides across the country - all the big highlights from this Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Niels Lesniewski & Asawin Suebsaeng (12.21.16)

Wed, 21 Dec 2016 15:17:28 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Niels Lewsniewski, Asawin Suebsaeng, & Jessica Schulberg to discuss Donald Trump's tweets on terrorism, Mitch McConnell's disbelief over his party's victory, the Bernie team's warning to the Hillary campaign that fell on deaf ears, & more insight into the Trump team's foreign policy strategy- all the big highlights from this Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Igor Volsky & Glenn Thrush (12.20.16)

Tue, 20 Dec 2016 15:17:40 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Igor Volsky, Jordan Fabian, Glenn Thrush, & Emily Crockett to discuss the Trump family's donor bidding, Guns Down America's stand against the NRA, President Obama's ineffective threat to Russia, why Keith Ellison may be the best choice to lead the Democrats, & a preview of the Women's March on Washington - all the big highlights from this Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Elias Isquith & Hadas Gold (12.19.16)

Mon, 19 Dec 2016 15:17:48 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Elias Isquith, Jack Jenkins, & Hadas Gold to discuss today's Electoral College vote, the role of religion in electing Trump, & what Trump's off-the-record meeting with journalists means for the future of the White House press corp - all the big highlights from this Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Billy Shore & Igor Bobic (12.16.16)

Fri, 16 Dec 2016 15:54:45 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Paul Blest, Billy Shore, Laurel Raymond, Igor Bobic, & Marcy Stech to discuss President Obama's promise of action against the Russians, the Republican revolt in the NC legislature, the new food podcast Add Passion & Stir, the latest on Trump's DC hotel, Republican lawmakers blindly lining up behind Trump, & the abortion ban bills popping up all over the country - all the big highlights from this Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Larry Cohen & Alex Seitz-Wald (12.15.16)

Thu, 15 Dec 2016 15:05:46 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Larry Cohen, Congresswoman Elizabeth Esty (D-CT), & Alex Seitz-Wald to discuss the dismal outlook for the future of our environment, Our Revolution's endorsement of Keith Ellison for DNC chair, the lack of progress made on gun control since Sandy Hook, & the future of White House press briefings under Trump - all the big highlights from this Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Joe Cirincione & Annie Linskey (12.14.16)

Wed, 14 Dec 2016 15:16:47 GMT

Bill Press welcomes David Jackson, Leo Gerard, Joe Cirincione, & Annie Linskey to discuss four big problems with Donald Trump's secretary of state pick, the United Steelworkers' efforts to keep jobs in the US, the foreign policy implications of Rex Tillerson's post, and how Jeff Sessions got so close to Trump - all the big highlights from this Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Sabrina Siddiqui Guest Hosts (12.13.16)

Tue, 13 Dec 2016 14:59:47 GMT

Bill Press is out so Sabrina Siddiqui (The Guardian) is filling in. She welcomes Arthur Delaney, Emily Schultheis, Sarah Kate Ellis, & Pema Levy to discuss the partisan divide on the issue of Russia hacking, the rise of Trump-esque populist movements in Europe, GLAAD's 'Trump Accountability Project,' & Kellyanne Conway's ties to white supremacists - all the big highlights from this Tuesday edition of The Bill Press Show!

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Seung Min Kim & Josh Lederman (12.12.16)

Mon, 12 Dec 2016 14:32:10 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Seung Min Kim & Josh Lederman to discuss the latest round of disastrous nominees for Trump's cabinet, Rex Tillerson's close ties to Vladimir Putin, the bi-partisan effort in the Senate to investigate Russian hacking, & how the current administration has to treat Russia amidst all this chaos - all the big highlights from this Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Peter Ogburn Guest Hosts (12.9.16)

Fri, 09 Dec 2016 15:07:33 GMT

Bill Press is out so executive producer Peter Ogburn is filling in. He welcomes Brendan James & Emma Roller to discuss Hillary Clinton's fake news condemnation & what it's like being a female journalist on Twitter - all the big highlights from this Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Rep. Debbie Dingel (D-MI) & Robinson Meyer (12.8.16)

Fri, 09 Dec 2016 14:18:26 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI), Robinson Meyer, Eliza Collins, & Gabriel Debenedetti to discuss Donald Trump's cabinet full of generals, his oil-ally pick to lead the EPA, and big-money Democrats looking to jump into the 2018 governors' races- all the big highlights from this Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Rep. Dan Kildee (D-MI) & Angelo Carusone (12.7.16)

Wed, 07 Dec 2016 15:23:33 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Adam Wollner, Congressman Dan Kildee (D-MI), Angelo Carusone, & Christina Wilkie to discuss Donald Trump's misleading Boeing tweet, the latest on the situation in Flint, & the future of Media Matters for America - all the big highlights from this Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Rep. Tim Ryan (D-OH) & Wesley Lowery (12.6.16)

Tue, 06 Dec 2016 15:05:20 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Igor Volsky, Wesley Lowery, & Congressman Tim Ryan (D-OH) to discuss Joe Biden leaving the door open for 2020, the impact fake news is having on our country, a mistrial in the Walter Scott shooting, & a losing but worthwhile fight to change the leadership of the Democratic party - all the big highlights from this Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Elias Isquith & Joe Cirincione (12.5.16)

Mon, 05 Dec 2016 15:47:19 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Elias Isquith, Graham Vyse, Joe Cirincione, & Tom Risen to discuss the the near-violent incident caused by the fake news story #Pizzagate, the next leader of the Democratic party, Donald Trump's dangerous approach to foreign policy, and a big victory for DAPL protestors - all the big highlights from this Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Burgess Everett & Vann R. Newkirk II (12.2.16)

Fri, 02 Dec 2016 15:37:11 GMT

Bill Press is out so executive producer Peter Ogburn is filling in. He welcomes Jonathan Levy, Michael Brune, Burgess Everett, & Vann R. Newkirk II to discuss the larger point about why Hillary lost, how the Sierra Club plans to fight back against Trump, another term for Nancy Pelosi, & the state of identity politics - all the big highlights from this Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Rep. John Yarmuth (D-KY) & Ben Wikler (12.1.16)

Thu, 01 Dec 2016 14:47:52 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Congressman John Yarmuth (D-KY), Debbie Hines, Adam Smith, & Ben Wikler to discuss Nancy Pelosi's House leadership victory over Tim Ryan, the Keith Lamont Scott case in North Carolina, Donald Trump's swamp full of billionaires, & how Democrats can push back on repealing Obamacare - all the big highlights from this Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Melanie Sloan & Ned Resnikoff (11.30.16)

Wed, 30 Nov 2016 15:29:02 GMT

Bill Press welcomes David Jackson, Melanie Sloan, Ned Resnikoff, & Daniel Newhauser to discuss the 1st amendment right to burn an American flag, Donald Trump's tweets on his conflicts of interest, what a Trump presidency means for democracy, & the House Democrats' leadership vote - all the big highlights from this Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Igor Volsky & Kyle Kondik (11.29.16)

Tue, 29 Nov 2016 14:57:04 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Igor Volsky, Clare Foran, Chris Moody, & Kyle Kondik to discuss Mitt Romney for secretary of state, the new administration's terrifying pick for Health & Human Services secretary, the future of women in politics, & the logistics of a recount - all the big highlights from this Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Sabrina Siddiqui & Dave Jamieson (11.28.16)

Mon, 28 Nov 2016 15:07:19 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Elias Isquith, Michael Weissenstein, Dave Jamieson, Sabrina Siddiqui, & Erik Altieri to discuss Trump's tweetstorm on 'illegal' voters, the atmosphere in Cuba in the wake of Fidel Castro's death, possible picks for Trump's labor secretary, the chances of a Muslim registry, & the future of marijuana legalization under AG Jeff Sessions - all the big highlights from this Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Peter Ogburn Guest Hosts (11.23.16)

Wed, 23 Nov 2016 15:49:45 GMT

Bill Press is out so executive producer Peter Ogburn is filling in. He welcomes Jeff Messer, Asawin Suebsaeng, Daniella Gibbs-Leger, & David Fahrenthold to discuss Pat McCrory's requested recount in North Carolina, unmasking the alt-right, Trump's dangerous cabinet, & the Trump Foundation admitting to violating a ban on 'self-dealing' - all the big highlights from this Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Jordan Fabian & Jon Allen (11.22.16)

Tue, 22 Nov 2016 15:41:58 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Arthur Delaney, Jordan Fabian, Maura Judkis, & Jon Allen to discuss Trump's lie about Ford Motors, President Obama's annual turkey pardon, how to talk to your Trump-supporting family members at Thanksgiving, & the alt-right's awful neo-Nazi leader - all the big highlights from this Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Avery Friedman & Pema Levy (11.21.16)

Mon, 21 Nov 2016 15:31:37 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Elias Isquith, Avery Friedman, Simone Pathe, Elena Schneider, & Pema Levy to discuss Trump's big conflicts of interest, Jeff Sessions' awful record, the future of the Democratic party, Trump's transition meetings, & the white nationalist conference in DC this past weekend - all the big highlights from this Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Peter Ogburn Guest Hosts (11.18.16)

Fri, 18 Nov 2016 14:45:58 GMT

Bill Press is out so executive producer Peter Ogburn is filling in. He welcomes Jason Dick, Collin O'Mara, Lauren Fox, & Matt Fuller to discuss the future of the Democratic party, preserving the wildlife under a Trump administration, the fate of Obamacare, & Tim Ryan's challenge to Nancy Pelosi - all the big highlights from this Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Rep. Mark Pocan (D-WI) & Josh Lederman

Thu, 17 Nov 2016 14:53:34 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Josh Lederman, Esther Yu-Hsi Lee, Tom LoBianco, & Congressman Mark Pocan (D-WI) to discuss President Obama's last trip to Germany, the prospect of a Muslim registry under President Trump, Mike Pence's email problems, & more calls to remove Steve Bannon - all the big highlights from this Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) & Jonathan Swan

Wed, 16 Nov 2016 15:28:25 GMT

Bill Press welcomes David Jackson, Jeremy Herb, Jonathan Swan, & Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) to discuss Donald Trump's transition team turmoil, possible picks for secretary of defense, what a Steve Bannon White House would look like, & a Democratic senator's petition to remove Bannon from his new post - all the big highlights from this Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Igor Volsky & Emma Roller (11.15.16)

Tue, 15 Nov 2016 16:14:55 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Arthur Delaney, Igor Volsky, Scott Wong, & Emma Roller to discuss Steve Bannon's white supremacy, the flawed electoral college system, President Obama's no-comment on Bannon's White House cabinet appointment, Paul Ryan's renaissance, and Donald Trump's continued attacks on The New York Times - all the big highlights from this Tuesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Elias Isquith & Helena Bottemiller Evich (11.14.16)

Mon, 14 Nov 2016 14:51:40 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Elias Isquith, Helena Bottemiller Evich, Ben Geman, Jimmy Williams, & Joe Cirincione to discuss Keith Ellison's campaign for DNC chair, how rural voters helped Trump win, the future of the GOP, whether Bernie could've beaten Trump, & Trump's lack of plans for defeating ISIS - all the big highlights from this Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Jon Allen Guest Hosts (11.11.16)

Fri, 11 Nov 2016 15:29:38 GMT

Bill Press is out so Jon Allen (Sidewire / Roll Call) is filling in. He welcomes Sarah Wheaton, Jack Jenkins, Alex Rogers, & Elizabeth Wydra to discuss Donald Trump's meeting with President Obama, a push to kill the electoral college, the future of the Senate, and who Trump could appoint to the Supreme Court - all the big highlights from this Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Jennifer Bendery & Tim Mak (11.10.16)

Thu, 10 Nov 2016 15:03:17 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Kyle Kondik, Tim Mak, Molly O'Toole, & Jennifer Bendery to discuss President Obama's wish of success for Donald Trump, how the pollsters got it wrong, whether GOP senators will be willing to work with Trump, new details on Trump's Russia relationship, & optimism in the new Democratic senators - all the big highlights from this Thursday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Rep. Steve Israel (D-NY) & John Nichols (11.9.16)

Wed, 09 Nov 2016 15:09:37 GMT

Bill Press welcomes David Jackson, John Nichols, Congressman Steve Israel (D-NY), & Clare Foran to discuss Donald Trump's shocking victory, why Wisconsin turned red, the work Democrats have to do, & Hillary's dramatic fall - all the big highlights from this Wednesday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Rep. John Lewis (D-GA) & Cecile Richards (11.8.16)

Tue, 08 Nov 2016 15:49:18 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Arthur Delaney, Igor Volsky, Congressman John Lewis (D-GA), & Cecile Richards to discuss all the highs and lows from the 2016 campaign, the importance of voting, & the historic nature of a potential female president - all the big highlights from this Tuesday ELECTION DAY edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Elias Isquith, Randi Weingarten, Kyle Cheney, Cate Martel, & Amanda Terkel (11.7.16)

Mon, 07 Nov 2016 15:48:49 GMT

Bill Press welcomes Elias Isquith, Randi Weingarten, Kyle Cheney, Cate Martel, & Amanda Terkel to discuss James Comey's November surprise, the AFT's support of Hillary Clinton, polls in key battleground states, Donald Trump's potential cabinet, & the future of the GOP - all the big highlights from this Monday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Paul Singer, Charlotte Wilder, & Keith Stroup (11.4.16)

Fri, 04 Nov 2016 15:29:12 GMT

Bill Press is out so executive producer Peter Ogburn is filling in. He welcomes Paul Singer, Charlotte Wilder, & Keith Stroup to discuss Melania Trump's hypocritical kindness speech, what the Cubs' World Series win means for Chicago, & where the presidential candidates stand on marijuana legislation - all the big highlights from this Friday edition of the Bill Press Show!

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Vice Presidential Nominee Tim Kaine visits Bill Press and Friends

Tue, 01 Nov 2016 19:56:10 GMT

Exclusive interview with Democratic Vice Presidential Nominee Tim Kaine

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Bill Press and Friends 10.31.16

Mon, 31 Oct 2016 21:37:06 GMT

Thought-provoking Insights from the Left Side of the Political AisleElias Isquith, Executive Editor at Cafe Dot ComChad Griffin, President of the Human Rights CampaignMolly Cain, Research Associate for the Center for American Progress Action Fund

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