Season 2

Season 2

The Conversation

191 episodes02/01/2020

Episodes

Episode 1
S2 · E1 · 02/01/2020

Gabe Tobias & James Mackler

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

Episode 2
S2 · E2 · 06/01/2020

Sweta Chakraborty & Lawrence Lessig

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

Episode 3
S2 · E3 · 07/01/2020

Adam Eichen & Jonathan Larsen

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

Episode 4
S2 · E4 · 08/01/2020

Cenk Uygur

Cenk Uygur on his Democratic opponent Christy Smith.

Episode 5
S2 · E5 · 08/01/2020

Heidi Sloan & Jim Keady

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

Episode 6
S2 · E6 · 09/01/2020

Lilly Adams & Donald McInnis

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

Episode 7
S2 · E7 · 13/01/2020

Dave Levinthal & Jonathan Larsen

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

Episode 8
S2 · E8 · 14/01/2020

Briahna Joy Gray & Colby Hall

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

Episode 9
S2 · E9 · 15/01/2020

Nathan J. Robinson & Mel Gagarin

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

Episode 10
S2 · E10 · 16/01/2020

Chloe Hilliard

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

Episode 11
S2 · E11 · 21/01/2020

Byron Reese & Amanda Edwards

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

Episode 12
S2 · E12 · 21/01/2020

Alex Gibney

Director Alex Gibney on new documentary’Citizen K’

Episode 13
S2 · E13 · 22/01/2020

Cassie King & Sean Lai McMahon

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

Episode 14
S2 · E14 · 23/01/2020

Tomas Ramos & Jonathan Metzl

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

Episode 15
S2 · E15 · 27/01/2020

Rachel Ventura & Russ Cirincione

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

Episode 16
S2 · E16 · 28/01/2020

Jackie Fielder & Cenk Uygur

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

Episode 17
S2 · E17 · 29/01/2020

Zachary Siegel & Sean Shaw

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

Episode 18
S2 · E18 · 30/01/2020

Shaniyat Chowdhury & Frances Yasmeen Motiwalla

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

Episode 19
S2 · E19 · 03/02/2020

Krystal Ball & Amanda Terkel

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

Episode 20
S2 · E20 · 04/02/2020

Ezra Klein

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

Episode 21
S2 · E21 · 05/02/2020

Nabilah Islam & Amanda Siebe

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

Episode 22
S2 · E22 · 05/02/2020

Noam Chomsky

Noam Chomsky joins The Conversation.

Episode 23
S2 · E23 · 06/02/2020

Kim McCarthy & Rob Richie

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

Episode 24
S2 · E24 · 10/02/2020

Mike Siegel & Lindsey Boylan

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

Episode 25
S2 · E25 · 12/02/2020

Cristina Tzintzún Ramirez & Wendell Potter

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

Episode 26
S2 · E26 · 13/02/2020

Rishi Kumar & Thom Hartmann

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

Episode 27
S2 · E27 · 17/02/2020

Alexander Sammon & Babs Ramsey

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

Episode 28
S2 · E28 · 18/02/2020

Lorena Garcia & Jennifer Cohn

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

Episode 29
S2 · E29 · 19/02/2020

Ken Klippenstein & Ryan Grim

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

Episode 30
S2 · E30 · 20/02/2020

Amy Cox & Munira Ahmed

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

Episode 31
S2 · E31 · 24/02/2020

Bill Theobald & Suraj Patel

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

Episode 32
S2 · E32 · 26/02/2020

Donna Imam

Donna Imam on her grassroots congressional campaign.

Episode 33
S2 · E33 · 27/02/2020

Ari Herstand & Sara Azari

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

Episode 34
S2 · E34 · 02/03/2020

Skylar Hurwitz & Stephen Smith

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

Episode 35
S2 · E35 · 04/03/2020

Cenk Uygur

Cenk Uygur discusses his congressional campaign.

Episode 36
S2 · E36 · 05/03/2020

Imam Abdul Malik Mujahid & Caroline Phillips

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

Episode 37
S2 · E37 · 09/03/2020

Lizz Winstead

Daily Show creator Lizz Winstead joins The Conversation.

Episode 38
S2 · E38 · 11/03/2020

Jen Perelman & Terron Sims

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

Episode 39
S2 · E39 · 12/03/2020

Rudy Reves & Dr. Sweta Chakraborty

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

Episode 40
S2 · E40 · 18/03/2020

Jerry Mitchell

New book reopens unsolved murders during civil rights era.

Episode 41
S2 · E41 · 06/04/2020

Ryan Grim

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

Episode 42
S2 · E42 · 08/04/2020

Mehdi Hasan

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

Episode 43
S2 · E43 · 09/04/2020

Norman Broderick & Kshama Sawant

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

Episode 44
S2 · E44 · 13/04/2020

Nomi Prins & Ruth Ben-Ghiat

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

Episode 45
S2 · E45 · 14/04/2020

Shaun King

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

Episode 46
S2 · E46 · 14/04/2020

David Sirota

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

Episode 47
S2 · E47 · 15/04/2020

Ruth Sanchez & Andy Grieve

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

Episode 48
S2 · E48 · 16/04/2020

Frank Smyth & Albert Lee

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

Episode 49
S2 · E49 · 20/04/2020

Ti-Hua Chang & Eric Ohlsen

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

Episode 50
S2 · E50 · 21/04/2020

David Dayen

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

Episode 51
S2 · E51 · 22/04/2020

Harvey Kaye, Vanessa Potkin, & Peter Neufeld

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

Episode 52
S2 · E52 · 23/04/2020

Hector Oseguera & John Iadarola

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

Episode 53
S2 · E53 · 27/04/2020

Dave Weigel & Vic Dibitetto

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

Episode 54
S2 · E54 · 28/04/2020

Katherine Stewart & Zahra Burton

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

Episode 55
S2 · E55 · 29/04/2020

John Nichols & Elie Mystal

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

Episode 56
S2 · E56 · 30/04/2020

Jonathan Metzl & Adam Eichen

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

Episode 57
S2 · E57 · 01/05/2020

Sarah Dowland & Ken Wyniemko

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

Episode 58
S2 · E58 · 04/05/2020

Thearse McCalmon & Kenya Evelyn

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

Episode 59
S2 · E59 · 06/05/2020

Jay Willis & Shahid Buttar

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

Episode 60
S2 · E60 · 07/05/2020

Kara Eastman & Mike Magee

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

Episode 61
S2 · E61 · 11/05/2020

Josh Fox & David Klein

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

Episode 62
S2 · E62 · 12/05/2020

Michael Brooks

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

Episode 63
S2 · E63 · 13/05/2020

Dr. Rashad Richey & Ryan Felton

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

Episode 64
S2 · E64 · 14/05/2020

Adrienne Lawrence

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

Episode 65
S2 · E65 · 18/05/2020

Justin Jackson

LA Chargers' Justin Jackson joins TYT.

Episode 66
S2 · E66 · 19/05/2020

Zach Carter & Kai Newkirk

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

Episode 67
S2 · E67 · 20/05/2020

Theo Henderson & Andrew Romano

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

Episode 68
S2 · E68 · 21/05/2020

Ben Crump

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

Episode 69
S2 · E69 · 22/05/2020

Bernie Sanders

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

Episode 70
S2 · E70 · 26/05/2020

David Sirota John Salzinger, & Seungah Jeong

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

Episode 71
S2 · E71 · 27/05/2020

Jesse Eisinger & Alex Sammon

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

Episode 72
S2 · E72 · 28/05/2020

Ramy Youssef

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

Episode 73
S2 · E73 · 01/06/2020

Ben Jealous

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

Episode 74
S2 · E74 · 02/06/2020

Ken Klippenstein & Judah Friedlander

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

Episode 75
S2 · E75 · 03/06/2020

Joe Walsh & Mike Broihier

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

Episode 76
S2 · E76 · 04/06/2020

Dr. Rashad Richey

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

Episode 77
S2 · E77 · 05/06/2020

Adam McKay, Margaret Klein, & Samelys Lopez

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

Episode 78
S2 · E78 · 08/06/2020

Jennifer Larsen & Jackie Fielder

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

Episode 79
S2 · E79 · 09/06/2020

Baba Akili & Kim Mangone

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

Episode 80
S2 · E80 · 10/06/2020

Nina Turner & Lauren Ashcraft

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

Episode 81
S2 · E81 · 11/06/2020

Jonathan Herzog & Nate McMurray

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

Episode 82
S2 · E82 · 12/06/2020

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

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

Episode 83
S2 · E83 · 15/06/2020

James Felton Keith & Steve Hill

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

Episode 84
S2 · E84 · 16/06/2020

Jamaal Bowman & Khaled Abdelghany

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

Episode 85
S2 · E85 · 17/06/2020

Kenya Evelyn & Derrell Bradford

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

Episode 86
S2 · E86 · 18/06/2020

Isiah James & Shaniyat Chowdhury

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

Episode 87
S2 · E87 · 19/06/2020

Ron Perlman

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

Episode 88
S2 · E88 · 23/06/2020

Sean Shaw & Elie Mystal

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

Episode 89
S2 · E89 · 24/06/2020

Sarah Jaffe & Ti-Hua Chang

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

Episode 90
S2 · E90 · 25/06/2020

Maya Rockeymoore Cummings

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

Episode 91
S2 · E91 · 29/06/2020

Gary Chambers

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

Episode 92
S2 · E92 · 30/06/2020

Lizz Winstead & Suraj Patel

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

Episode 93
S2 · E93 · 01/07/2020

Ron Suskind

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

Episode 94
S2 · E94 · 02/07/2020

Maytha Alhassen

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

Episode 95
S2 · E95 · 06/07/2020

Nayyera Haq & Jess Scarene

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

Episode 96
S2 · E96 · 07/07/2020

Eynelys Vinson & David Shimer

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

Episode 97
S2 · E97 · 08/07/2020

Rev. William Barber

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

Episode 98
S2 · E98 · 09/07/2020

Jermaine Starr & Ashley McGirt

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

Episode 99
S2 · E99 · 13/07/2020

Dolores Huerta

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

Episode 100
S2 · E100 · 14/07/2020

Ken Klippenstein & Simona Grace

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

Episode 101
S2 · E101 · 15/07/2020

Kenya Evelyn & Dylan Brody

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

Episode 102
S2 · E102 · 16/07/2020

Bob the Drag Queen & Jason Harrow

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

Episode 103
S2 · E103 · 20/07/2020

Wade McMullen & Ihssan Leckey

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

Episode 104
S2 · E104 · 21/07/2020

Jen Perelman & Ryan Grim

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

Episode 105
S2 · E105 · 23/07/2020

Jeet Heer & Mustafa Tameez

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

Episode 106
S2 · E106 · 27/07/2020

Richard Kreitner & Jonathan Metzl

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

Episode 107
S2 · E107 · 28/07/2020

Thomas Frank & Mary Ziegler

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

Episode 108
S2 · E108 · 29/07/2020

Rebecca Parson & Ilyse Hogue

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

Episode 109
S2 · E109 · 30/07/2020

Eddie Glaude & Dr. Carl Hart

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

Episode 110
S2 · E110 · 03/08/2020

Manuel Oliver

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

Episode 111
S2 · E111 · 04/08/2020

Ken Klippenstein & John Nichols

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

Episode 112
S2 · E112 · 05/08/2020

Maytha Alhassen & Sheryl Ring

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

Episode 113
S2 · E113 · 06/08/2020

Ro Khanna & Dr. Anthea Butler

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

Episode 114
S2 · E114 · 10/08/2020

Melba Pearson & Abené Clayton

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

Episode 115
S2 · E115 · 11/08/2020

Zephyr Teachout & Andru Volinsky

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

Episode 116
S2 · E116 · 12/08/2020

Joe Sandberg, Morgan Pehme, & Daniel DiMauro

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

Episode 117
S2 · E117 · 13/08/2020

Céline Semaan & Jessica Malaty Rivera

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

Episode 118
S2 · E118 · 14/08/2020

Alex Morse

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

Episode 119
S2 · E119 · 17/08/2020

Brent Welder & Zack Malitz

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

Episode 120
S2 · E120 · 18/08/2020

Cori Bush

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

Episode 121
S2 · E121 · 19/08/2020

Noam Chomky

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

Episode 122
S2 · E122 · 21/08/2020

Nina Turner

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

Episode 123
S2 · E123 · 24/08/2020

Anthony Baxter

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

Episode 124
S2 · E124 · 25/08/2020

Lex Steppler & Jared A. Ball

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

Episode 125
S2 · E125 · 26/08/2020

Marjon Carlos & Monifa Bandele

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

Episode 126
S2 · E126 · 27/08/2020

Rashad Richey & David Kim

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

Episode 127
S2 · E127 · 31/08/2020

Chuck Rocha & Jenna Arnold

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

Episode 128
S2 · E128 · 01/09/2020

Paula Jean Swearengin & Alicia Garza

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

Episode 129
S2 · E129 · 02/09/2020

David Becker & Max Burns

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

Episode 130
S2 · E130 · 03/09/2020

Jason Stanley & Fadi Quran

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

Episode 131
S2 · E131 · 09/09/2020

Eric Ohlsen & Dr. Wendy Osefo

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

Episode 132
S2 · E132 · 10/09/2020

Joanne Bagshaw & Eddie Kim

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

Episode 133
S2 · E133 · 11/09/2020

Solomon Rajput & Brandon Tucker

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

Episode 134
S2 · E134 · 14/09/2020

Shahid Buttar

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

Episode 135
S2 · E135 · 15/09/2020

Richard Ojeda & Aida Rodriguez

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

Episode 136
S2 · E136 · 16/09/2020

Liz Garbus & Lisa Cortes

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

Episode 137
S2 · E137 · 17/09/2020

Sasha Abramsky & Dr. Sweta Chakraborty

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

Episode 138
S2 · E138 · 21/09/2020

Ravi Patel

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

Episode 139
S2 · E139 · 22/09/2020

Alex Gibney

Alex Gibney

Episode 140
S2 · E140 · 23/09/2020

Michael Waldman

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

Episode 141
S2 · E141 · 24/09/2020

Vijay Ravindran & Gina Torres

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

Episode 142
S2 · E142 · 25/09/2020

Jon Hoadley & Xander Schultz

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

Episode 143
S2 · E143 · 28/09/2020

David Becker & Greg Ellis

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

Episode 144
S2 · E144 · 29/09/2020

Michael Patrick Oristian & Pam Keith

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

Episode 145
S2 · E145 · 30/09/2020

James Thompson & Tara Palmeri

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

Episode 146
S2 · E146 · 01/10/2020

Derek W. Black & Angelica Dueñas

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

Episode 147
S2 · E147 · 06/10/2020

Lizz Winstead & Dan Sherrel

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

Episode 148
S2 · E148 · 07/10/2020

Patrick Nelson & Brian Stelter

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

Episode 149
S2 · E149 · 08/10/2020

Rick Wilson

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

Episode 150
S2 · E150 · 12/10/2020

Cathy Areu, John Hoffman, & Kahane Cooperman

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

Episode 151
S2 · E151 · 13/10/2020

Alex Sammon & Matt Mattern

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

Episode 152
S2 · E152 · 14/10/2020

Kyle Bibby & Carlton Larson

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

Episode 153
S2 · E153 · 15/10/2020

Othón Nolasco & Terrance Woodbury

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

Episode 154
S2 · E154 · 19/10/2020

Farron Cousins & Mia Mason

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

Episode 155
S2 · E155 · 20/10/2020

Tom LoBianco & Kara Eastman

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

Episode 156
S2 · E156 · 21/10/2020

Charlotte Swasey & Viviana Vigil

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

Episode 157
S2 · E157 · 22/10/2020

Jon Meacham

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

Episode 158
S2 · E158 · 26/10/2020

Kyle Kulinski & Dr. Merav Ben-David

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

Episode 159
S2 · E159 · 27/10/2020

Mike Siegel & Josh Balk

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

Episode 160
S2 · E160 · 28/10/2020

Julie Oliver

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

Episode 161
S2 · E161 · 29/10/2020

Chris Boutté & Tim Ward

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

Episode 162
S2 · E162 · 02/11/2020

Joshua Kahn Russell

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

Episode 163
S2 · E163 · 09/11/2020

Larry Lessig

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

Episode 164
S2 · E164 · 10/11/2020

Keiajah “KJ” Brooks

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

Episode 165
S2 · E165 · 11/11/2020

Akela Lacy & Yaron Zilberman

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

Episode 166
S2 · E166 · 12/11/2020

Ryan Grim & Ken Klippenstein

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

Episode 167
S2 · E167 · 16/11/2020

Eddie Kim & Dr. Cynthia Miller-Idriss

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

Episode 168
S2 · E168 · 17/11/2020

Alex Sammon & Frederick Joseph

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

Episode 169
S2 · E169 · 18/11/2020

Kali Holloway & Michael Hull

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

Episode 170
S2 · E170 · 19/11/2020

Stacey Henson & Barry Eidlin

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

Episode 171
S2 · E171 · 23/11/2020

Zeke Stokes & Ankur Jain

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

Episode 172
S2 · E172 · 24/11/2020

David Pakman & Charles Coleman Jr.

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

Episode 173
S2 · E173 · 25/11/2020

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

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

Episode 174
S2 · E174 · 30/11/2020

Lizz Winstead & Rashad Ritchie

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

Episode 175
S2 · E175 · 01/12/2020

Joel Simon & Greg Palast

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

Episode 176
S2 · E176 · 02/12/2020

Kandist Mallett & Walter Masterson

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

Episode 177
S2 · E177 · 03/12/2020

Nia Miranda & Mark Titus

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

Episode 178
S2 · E178 · 07/12/2020

Nsé Ufot & Justin Horwitz

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

Episode 179
S2 · E179 · 08/12/2020

Brianna Wu & Gary Chambers Jr.

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

Episode 180
S2 · E180 · 09/12/2020

Larry Lessig & Steve Hofstetter

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

Episode 181
S2 · E181 · 10/12/2020

Fritzi Horstman & Tom Bowmanspeak

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

Episode 182
S2 · E182 · 14/12/2020

Saru Jayaraman & Tamara Toles O'Laughlin

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

Episode 183
S2 · E183 · 15/12/2020

Akela Lacy & Charles Coleman Jr.

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

Episode 184
S2 · E184 · 16/12/2020

Ti-Hua Chang, Rebecca Roskill, & Willem Morris

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

Episode 185
S2 · E185 · 17/12/2020

Mustafa Tameez & Yannick Marshall

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

Episode 186
S2 · E186 · 21/12/2020

Patrice Amandla Sulton & Beth Bourdon

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

Episode 187
S2 · E187 · 22/12/2020

David Sirota

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

Episode 188
S2 · E188 · 23/12/2020

Rev. William Barber & Rev. Dr. Liz Theoharis

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

Episode 189
S2 · E189 · 29/12/2020

Ken Klippenstein

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

Episode 190
S2 · E190 · 30/12/2020

David Dayen

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

Episode 191
S2 · E191 · 31/12/2020

Farron Cousins & Dr. Rashad Richey

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

Season cast