John and Gordy dive into a whirlwind episode featuring Joni Ernst’s eyebrow-raising town hall comments, where she glibly responded to concerns about Medicaid cuts with ‘we’re all going to die,’ sparking a flurry of parody responses online. They also spotlight Ron Johnson’s tangled health care takes, all while running a statewide contest for cash and […]

Guests: Adam Brabender, Austin Galante

Jun 2, 2025

44:02

As wildfire smoke drifts from Canada, John and Gordy tackle everything from smoky skies to the authenticity of Velveeta as ‘cheese.’ New producer Boris (Dom) joins, while Pam Jahnke talks about virtual fences for livestock. The episode also highlights Brett Favre’s Netflix woes, Medicaid cuts, and a bizarre deportation of a U.S. veteran. Meanwhile, John […]

Guest: Pam Jahnke

Jun 2, 2025

44:02

The episode sees the crew bidding farewell to beloved producer Sam, whose departure stirs emotions and prompts humorous gifts and heartfelt goodbyes. Meanwhile, Savannah Tomei-Olson covers the Meritor nurse strike, emphasizing safety, staffing, and pay issues. The discussion turns political with the Trump administration’s controversial visa policies affecting Chinese students, and RFK Jr.’s dubious health […]

Guests: Rökker, Sam Davisson, Savanna Tomei-Olson

May 30, 2025

43:00

John and Gordy reminisce about their cable show days and discuss the end of cable access TV, before diving into weather updates and a farewell to Sam, their producer, who’s off to new adventures. They highlight new John and Gordy merchandise and another free ticket Friday contest. The episode touches on shop classes’ revival at […]

Guest: Pam Jahnke

May 30, 2025

43:00

The episode kicks off with a humorous jab at the so-called ‘taco trade’—Trump Always Chickens Out—before diving into the legalities of Trump’s tariff threats, which a federal court has just ruled against. John and Gordy dissect Trump’s bluster on international deals and the lack of signed agreements. They then pivot to a critique of Karoline […]

Guest: Jim Santelle

May 29, 2025

44:02

John and Gordy dive into the illegal Trump tariffs ruling, joking about a ‘tariff-free’ show. They chat weather, dice games, and upcoming guest Jim Santelle to discuss legal matters. A baffling tale of trading a paperclip to a house sparks conversation. Gordy criticizes Pam Bondi’s attack on minority business funding and bemoan Trump’s pardons for […]

May 29, 2025

44:02

Jeff Wilde and Dan Elsass discuss their innovative Guns and Gardens Safe Disposal Project, transforming firearms into gardening tools. Inspired by the book ‘Raw Tools’ by Michael Martin and Shane Claiborne, the project aims to get guns off the streets, offering gift cards for surrendered firearms. The initiative aligns with National Gun Violence Awareness Month, […]

Guests: Dan Elsass, Jeff Wild, Mike McCabe

May 28, 2025

44:02

The episode kicks off with John and Gordy dissecting the chaos surrounding state and federal budgets, highlighting the GOP’s push for tax cuts amidst fiscal disasters. They discuss how shifting costs burden states while federal budgets are at a stalemate. The duo also banters about odd traditions like the Chili Willy race and the dangers […]

May 28, 2025

44:02

Dive into the drama as Trump axes $100 million in Harvard contracts, igniting debates on democracy’s decline. Three Yale professors flee to Toronto citing civil liberty threats, while experts warn of authoritarian moves akin to Russia and Poland. With international students barred from Harvard, the education landscape is rocked. The episode explores food insecurity post-pandemic, […]

Guests: Brittney Merlot, Michelle Orge

May 27, 2025

44:02

John and Gordy dive into a whirlwind this Tuesday morning, discussing everything from Memorial Day weekend antics to unexpected tape debates. They banter about cloudy weather, AI-generated car shows, and Elon’s latest tantrum at the Qatar Economic Forum. The conversation veers into economic concerns, highlighting impending cuts to the Affordable Care Act’s tax credits. As […]

Guest: Lisa Bernard

May 27, 2025

44:02