https://www.respass.net/Sun, 31 Dec 2017 22:06:38 +0000en-USSite-Server v6.0.0-16158-16158 (http://www.squarespace.com)Harold RespassPolitics & BeyondWeekly progressive political commentary and analysis on American politics in the age of Trump.Weekly progressive political commentary and analysis on American politics in the age of Trump.noHarold Respassinfo@respass.netHarold RespassSun, 31 Dec 2017 22:15:37 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/12/31/a-depressing-recap-of-2017-episode-39581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:5a495f6ee2c483236cf97016This episode reviews the stories that dominated the news in 2017, including President Trump and related corruption, the feckless Congress, hurricanes, terrorism, and more.Harold RespassSome of the top 2017 stories, dominated by President Pumpkin Spice.This episode reviews the stories that dominated the news in 2017, including President Trump and related corruption, the feckless Congress, hurricanes, terrorism, and more.yes00:37:05A Depressing Recap of 2017 (Episode 39)A Depressing Recap of 2017 (Episode 39)Harold RespassMon, 04 Dec 2017 02:19:26 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/12/3/pig-payoffs-episode-38581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:5a24ae7e24a694ef805d4e42This week we discuss the GOP tax heist, Trump's ongoing Twitter meltdown regarding Russia and Michael Flynn, along with corruption stories including bribery via piglet and a school superintendent hired amid sex abuse allegations.Harold RespassMore corruption and scandal in government.This week we discuss the GOP tax heist, Trump's ongoing Twitter meltdown regarding Russia and Michael Flynn, along with corruption stories including bribery via piglet and a school superintendent hired amid sex abuse allegations.yes00:30:35Pig Payoffs (Episode 38)Pig Payoffs (Episode 38)Harold RespassTue, 21 Nov 2017 00:45:54 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/11/20/flakes-and-crooks-episode-37581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:5a1375a0e4966b9ed7b0d1d7We cover a host of political scandals from a former Oklahoma mayor indicted on 33 felonies to a Florida county human resources director arrested after $300 in insurance fraud.Harold RespassAnother week of dumb and crooked public officials.We cover a host of political scandals from a former Oklahoma mayor indicted on 33 felonies to a Florida county human resources director arrested after $300 in insurance fraud.no00:26:12Flakes and CrooksFlakes and CrooksHarold RespassFri, 17 Nov 2017 00:14:47 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/11/16/tour-de-government-corruption-episode-36581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:5a0e28359140b77464234f20In Episode 36, we review a host of government corruption stories from misuse of city-owned vehicles in New York to a gubernatorial candidate under investigation for fraud in Michigan.Harold RespassA review of government corruption stories around the US, starting with Trump.In Episode 36, we review a host of political corruption stories from misuse of city-owned vehicles in New York to a gubernatorial candidate under investigation for fraud in Michigan.yes00:22:19Tour de Political Corruption (Episode 36)Tour de Political Corruption (Episode 36)Harold RespassWed, 01 Nov 2017 01:39:06 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/10/31/the-respass-report-episode-34-prosecutions-from-russia-with-love581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:59f923dc4192021625f072e4Review of the blockbuster news that Special Counsel Robert Mueller has indicted former Trump campaign officials Paul Manafort and Rick Gates for conspiracy against the United States and other charges. We also review the charges and guilty plea for Trump campaign advisor George Papadopoulos, who was convicted of lying to the FBI in the Russia investigation.Harold RespassThe Respass Report - Episode 34: Prosecutions from Russia With LoveReview of the blockbuster news that Special Counsel Robert Mueller has indicted former Trump campaign officials Paul Manafort and Rick Gates for conspiracy against the United States and other charges. We also review the charges and guilty plea for Trump campaign advisor George Papadopoulos, who was convicted of lying to the FBI in the Russia investigation.yes00:29:39Harold RespassTue, 24 Oct 2017 23:13:35 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/10/24/the-respass-report-episode-34-the-president-has-great-difficulty-with-the-truth581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:59efc78e8a02c77a0c3b7bffEpisode 34 includes coverage of Trump's ongoing war of words with retiring Republican Senator Bob Corker, the anti-Trump retirement speech of Republican Senator Jeff Flake, and remarks on the tragic passing of Sgt. La David Johnson in Niger and the unfortunate politics of the story.Harold RespassEpisode 34: "The President has great difficulty with the truth"Episode 34 includes coverage of Trump's ongoing war of words with retiring Republican Senator Bob Corker, the anti-Trump retirement speech of Republican Senator Jeff Flake, and remarks on the tragic passing of Sgt. La David Johnson in Niger and the unfortunate politics of the story.yes00:29:18Harold RespassSat, 14 Oct 2017 20:20:33 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/10/14/the-respass-report-episode-33-hurricane-trump-hits-obamacare-puerto-rico-and-the-virgin-islands581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:59e26f1546c3c46c5330fa49Coverage of Trump's new effort to cripple Obamacare, his meeting with the President of the US Virgin Islands (himself), the situation in Puerto Rico, and Trump's feud with GOP Senator Bob Corker.Harold RespassThe Respass Report - Episode 33: Hurricane Trump Hits Obamacare, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin IslandsCoverage of Trump's new effort to cripple Obamacare, his meeting with the President of the US Virgin Islands (himself), the situation in Puerto Rico, and Trump's feud with GOP Senator Bob Corker.yes00:34:00Harold RespassMon, 02 Oct 2017 22:45:32 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/10/2/the-respass-report-episode-32-lets-talk-about-guns-the-las-vegas-massacre581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:59d2bea21f318d871639b86bIn Episode 32, we discuss the Las Vegas Massacre where a domestic terrorist killed over 50 people and wounded over 500, along with the insanity of America's gun debate.Harold RespassThe Respass Report - Episode 32: Let's Talk About Guns - The Las Vegas MassacreIn Episode 32, we discuss the Las Vegas Massacre where a domestic terrorist killed over 50 people and wounded over 500, along with the insanity of America's gun debate.yes00:24:21Harold RespassSun, 24 Sep 2017 16:51:32 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/9/24/the-respass-report-episode-31-trump-launches-war-with-black-pro-athletes581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:59c7e177b078692565c263e1Donald Trump is again dividing the country, this time via sports, by calling for athletes (mostly black athletes) protesting the National Anthem to be fired. We cover the statements rejecting his position and more!Harold RespassThe Respass Report - Episode 31: Trump Launches War Against (Black) AthletesDonald Trump is again dividing the country, this time via sports, by calling for athletes (mostly black athletes) protesting the National Anthem to be fired. We cover the statements rejecting his position and more!yes00:16:22Harold RespassSun, 17 Sep 2017 22:48:15 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/9/17/the-respass-report-episode-30-economic-mobility-barely-exists-for-black-men-medicare-for-all581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:59bef8b0d7bdcea4411b2baeIn Ep. 30, we discuss new research that shows limited economic mobility for black men, meaning they have limited chances of having a better income than their fathers. We also briefly discuss the unveiling of Senator Bernie Sanders' Medicare for All legislation.Harold RespassThe Respass Report - Episode 30: Economic Mobility Barely Exists for Black Men; Medicare for AllIn Ep. 30, we discuss new research that shows limited economic mobility for black men, meaning they have limited chances of having a better income than their fathers. We also briefly discuss the unveiling of Senator Bernie Sanders' Medicare for All legislation.yes00:34:41Harold RespassMon, 11 Sep 2017 23:18:37 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/9/11/the-respass-report-episode-29-listener-reflections-on-911-congressional-term-limits581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:59b713d5a8b2b079da356d28In Episode 29, Respass Report listeners share their reflections on where they were on 9/11 and we discuss our proposal for congressional term limits.Harold RespassThe Respass Report - Episode 29: Listener Reflections on 9/11, Congressional Term LimitsIn Episode 29, Respass Report listeners share their reflections on where they were on 9/11 and we discuss our proposal for congressional term limits.yes00:31:41Harold RespassMon, 04 Sep 2017 19:53:45 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/9/4/the-respass-report-episode-28-daca-charlottesville-and-trumps-crazy-august581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:59adace3e45a7c9fc32fc73eAfter taking August off, The Respass Report is back to review the dumpster fire that was Trump's August 2017. We take a look at Trump's ridiculous reactions to the racist incidents in Charlottesville, his high staff turnover, and his upcoming decision on the controversial DACA program for people who were brought to the US illegally as children.Harold RespassThe Respass Report - Episode 28: DACA, Charlottesville, and Trump's Crazy AugustAfter taking August off, The Respass Report is back to review the dumpster fire that was Trump's August 2017. We take a look at Trump's ridiculous reactions to the racist incidents in Charlottesville, his high staff turnover, and his upcoming decision on the controversial DACA program for people who were brought to the US illegally as children.yes00:31:33Harold RespassMon, 24 Jul 2017 23:12:28 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/7/24/the-respass-report-episode-27-jeff-sessions-and-marijuana-madness581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:59767d44b8a79bc2cb13f14dIn Episode 27, we discuss Trump's public turn on his Attorney General Jeff Sessions, who is currently ramping up a misguided war on the legalization of marijuana. We discuss the fight over marijuana legalization and the related racial inequities. The pod will be on a vacation for August 2017!Harold RespassThe Respass Report - Episode 27: Jeff Sessions and Marijuana MadnessIn Episode 27, we discuss Trump's public turn on his Attorney General Jeff Sessions, who is currently ramping up a misguided war on the legalization of marijuana. We discuss the fight over marijuana legalization and the related racial inequities. yes00:38:14Harold RespassSun, 16 Jul 2017 22:06:48 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/7/16/the-respass-report-episode-26-why-conservatives-hate-obamacare-trump-jrs-russia-lies-get-exposed581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:596be143ebbd1adaeadb744fDonald Trump Jr gets caught in lies about Russia and we have a lot to say about it. We also discuss why Republicans want to see Obamacare die, and touch on what we truly need to get healthcare right: single-payer.Harold RespassThe Respass Report - Episode 26: Why Republicans Hate Obamacare, Trump Jr's Russia Lies ExposedDonald Trump Jr gets caught in lies about Russia and we have a lot to say about it. We also discuss why Republicans want to see Obamacare die, and touch on what we truly need to get healthcare right: single-payer.yes00:43:58Harold RespassSun, 09 Jul 2017 18:41:24 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/7/9/the-respass-report-episode-25-what-the-health-documentary-thoughts-trump-embarrasses-us-again-at-g-20581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:59627691be6594757f63e70fIn Episode 25, we discuss the controversial "What the Health" documentary and the dangers of red and processed meat. We also talk Trump's embarrassing overseas trip to the G-20 Summit.Harold RespassThe Respass Report - Episode 25: "What the Health" Documentary Thoughts + Trump Embarrasses at G-20In Episode 25, we discuss the controversial "What the Health" documentary and the dangers of red and processed meat. We also talk Trump's embarrassing overseas trip to the G-20 Summit.yes00:26:44Harold RespassWed, 28 Jun 2017 00:19:10 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/6/27/the-respass-report-episode-24-an-interview-with-state-senator-nina-turner-of-ohio581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:5952f39417bffcb28981c304Former Ohio State Senator Nina Turner joins the show to discuss her rise in Ohio politics, her transition to being a national political figure, and her reasons for being a leading surrogate for the presidential campaign of Senator Bernie Sanders.  We also discuss being a black woman in white male dominated politics as well as motivation for millennials to join the progressive politics cause. You can see The Nina Turner Show on The Real News - http://therealnews.com https://www.ninaturner.org/Harold RespassThe Respass Report - Episode 24: A Conversation with State Senator Nina TurnerFormer Ohio State Senator Nina Turner joins the show to discuss her rise in Ohio politics, her transition to being a national political figure, and her reasons for being a leading surrogate for the presidential campaign of Senator Bernie Sanders. We also discuss being a black woman in white male dominated politics as well as motivation for millennials to join the progressive politics cause. You can see The Nina Turner Show on The Real News - http://therealnews.com/t2/story:19308:Premiere-of-the-Nina-Turner-Show-with-Bernie-Sanders https://www.ninaturner.org/no00:31:21Harold RespassThu, 22 Jun 2017 20:59:42 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/6/22/the-respass-report-episode-23-interview-with-dr-atira-charles-professor-at-florida-am-and-diversity-expert581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:594c2a4ee3df280efbf56c35This week we have a wide-ranging interview with Dr. Atira Charles, Assistant Professor of Management at Florida A&M University and a diversity consultant. We discuss how Dr. Charles got admitted to Florida A&M at 16 on a full scholarship and had her Ph.D from Arizona State University at age 27. She reflects on how it felt to be one of a few black female Ph.Ds is her field. She also hugged President Obama at her Ph.D commencement against Secret Service advice! We discuss theoretical perspectives on US Senator Kamala Harris(D-CA) and the hostility she is facing as a black woman in a work environment dominated by white men. Dr. Charles also offers advice for those who are dreaming of going to graduate school but are nervous about standardized tests and more. Dr. Charles is also Founder of The Mask Project. This initiative creates an opportunity to document the experiences and journey of successful professionals that have had to balance and manage a variety of identities, such as race and gender. http://www.ourmasks.comHarold RespassThe Respass Report - Episode 23: Interview with Dr. Atira Charles, Professor at Florida A&M and Diversity ExpertThis week we have a wide-ranging interview with Dr. Atira Charles, Assistant Professor of Management at Florida A&M University and a diversity consultant. We discuss how Dr. Charles got admitted to Florida A&M at 16 on a full scholarship and had her Ph.D from Arizona State University at age 27. She reflects on how it felt to be one of a few black female Ph.Ds is her field. She also hugged President Obama at her Ph.D commencement against Secret Service advice! We discuss theoretical perspectives on US Senator Kamala Harris(D-CA) and the hostility she is facing as a black woman in a work environment dominated by white men. Dr. Charles also offers advice for those who are dreaming of going to graduate school but are nervous about standardized tests and more. Dr. Charles is also Founder of The Mask Project. This initiative creates an opportunity to document the experiences and journey of successful professionals that have had to balance and manage a variety of identities, such as race and gender. http://www.ourmasks.comno01:00:01Harold RespassSun, 18 Jun 2017 19:45:25 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/6/18/the-respass-report-episode-22-live-political-comedy-edition581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:5946d795e6f2e17ea4c7de6cI decided to write a political comedy monologue and to give it a try before a "live studio audience." Hope you enjoy!Harold RespassThe Repass Report - Episode 22: "Live" Political Comedy EditionI decided to write a political comedy monologue and to give it a try before a "live studio audience." Hope you enjoy!no00:06:46Harold RespassSun, 11 Jun 2017 21:22:53 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/6/11/the-respass-report-episode-21-the-anatomy-of-presidential-impeachment-a-bill-clinton-case-study581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:593db359a5790aa665148285Were you too young to follow the Bill Clinton impeachment? Do you need a refresher? Episode 21 dives deep into the events leading up to the impeachment of President Clinton and how that impeachment should inform our thoughts on a potential impeachment of President Donald Trump. Harold RespassThe Respass Report - Episode 21: The Anatomy of Presidential Impeachment: A Bill Clinton Case StudyWere you too young to follow the Bill Clinton impeachment? Do you need a refresher? Episode 21 dives deep into the events leading up to the impeachment of President Clinton and how that impeachment should inform our thoughts on a potential impeachment of President Donald Trump. yes00:38:10Harold RespassSun, 04 Jun 2017 01:05:36 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/6/3/the-respass-report-episode-19-foul-language-edition-stfu-about-bill-maher-trump-flips-off-the-planet581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:59335b38197aeac1168e347cA rant about the silly Bill Maher controversy and the left's constant urge to stir up online outrage mobs about minor incidents. Also, we discuss the Paris climate agreement and Trump's decision to withdraw. Lot's of F bombs in this show!Harold RespassThe Respass Report - Episode 20: Foul Language Edition: STFU About Bill Maher + Trump Flips Off the PlanetA rant about the silly Bill Maher controversy and the left's constant urge to stir up online outrage mobs about minor incidents. Also, we discuss the Paris climate agreement and Trump's decision to withdraw. Lot's of F bombs in this show!yes00:30:28Harold RespassFri, 26 May 2017 01:43:19 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/5/25/the-respass-report-episode-19-trump-embarrassment-world-tour-montana-gop-candidate-chokeslams-reporter581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:5927861ab3db2b3109e4d1ceDiscussing Trump's embarrassing first international trip, the Montana GOP candidate for Congress chokeslamming a reporter, and thoughts on the awful Betsy Devos.Harold RespassThe Respass Report - Episode 19: Trump Embarrassment World Tour + GOP Candidate Chokeslams ReporterDiscussing Trump's embarrassing first international trip, the Montana GOP candidate chokeslamming a reporter, and thoughts on the awful Betsy Devos.yes00:32:00Harold RespassWed, 17 May 2017 00:25:11 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/5/16/the-respass-report-episode-18-comey-has-the-receipts-trumpy-leaks-my-apology-to-hillary581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:591b96458419c28d13fabdddTalking all things Trump - the news that he leaked classified information to the Russians in the Oval Office AND the bombshell report that Trump asked former FBI Director Comey to drop the investigation into former Michael Flynn. I also issue an apology to Hillary Clinton!Harold RespassThe Respass Report - Episode 18: Comey Has the Receipts + Trumpy-leaks + My Apology to HillaryTalking all things Trump - the news that he leaked classified information to the Russians in the Oval Office and the bombshell report that Trump asked former FBI Director Comey to drop the investigation into former Michael Flynn. I also issue an apology to Hillary Clinton!yes00:30:52Harold RespassWed, 10 May 2017 22:57:36 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/5/10/the-respass-report-episode-17-trump-fires-fbi-director-comey-france-trumps-hate-obamacare-repeal-revived581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:59139906b3db2bf6a047832bThe open and second half of the show are all about Trump's crazy firing of FBI Director, James Comey, who was investigating the Trump campaign for ties with Russia. We also discuss the French election, the Republicans' latest effort to repeal Obamacare, and Betsy DeVos getting booed at BCU's commencement.Harold RespassThe Respass Report - Episode 17: Trump Fires FBI Director Comey + France Trumps Hate + ObamaCareThe open and second half of the show are all about Trump's crazy firing of the FBI Director investigating the Trump campaign for ties with Russia. We also discuss the French election, the Republicans' latest effort to repeal Obamacare, and Betsy DeVos getting booed at BCU's commencement.no00:39:18Harold RespassSun, 30 Apr 2017 21:32:58 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/4/30/the-respass-report-episode-16-obama-gets-paid-haters-get-angry-trumps-first-100-days581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:590656b4e6f2e142b4aad389We discuss the pointless outrage about President Obama's $400,000 Wall Street speech payday and take a look at Trump's First 100 days.Harold RespassThe Respass Report - Episode 16: Obama Gets Paid, Haters Get AngryWe discuss the pointless outrage about President Obama's $400,000 Wall Street speech payday and take a look at Trump's First 100 days.no00:26:32Harold RespassSun, 16 Apr 2017 18:50:53 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/4/16/the-respass-report-episode-15-missile-mania-is-running-wild-syria-north-korea-more581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:58f3bb791b631ba189016675We dive deep on Tomahawk cruise missiles and intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBM) based on the Syria and North Korea issues. We also discuss the latest Trump White House blunders including keeping visitor logs secret.Harold RespassThe Respass Report - Episode 15: Missile Mania is Running Wild! Syria, North Korea, More!We dive deep on Tomahawk cruise missiles and intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBM) based on the Syria and North Korea issues. We also discuss the latest Trump White House blunders including keeping visitor logs secret.no00:33:38Harold RespassSun, 09 Apr 2017 19:37:36 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/4/9/the-respass-report-episode-14-bombing-syria-trump-watch-and-the-supreme-court-fight581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:58ea8c008419c2d993d6bd75In Episode 14, we discuss the recent US airstrikes in Syria, the fight over Trump's Supreme Court pick, Neil Gorsuch, and offer another installment of Trump Watch. Also, a brief tribute to The Undertaker.Harold RespassThe Respass Report - Episode 14: Bombing Syria, Trump Watch, and the Supreme Court FightIn Episode 14, we discuss the recent US airstrikes in Syria, the fight over Trump's Supreme Court pick, Neil Gorsuch, and offer another installment of Trump Watch. Also, a brief tribute to The Undertaker.no00:27:58Harold RespassSun, 26 Mar 2017 19:06:08 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/3/26/the-respass-report-episode-13-the-eulogy-for-trumpcare-interview-with-hbcu-gameday-founder-steven-gaither581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:58d80f21d2b857f33fb9e999In Episode 13 we deliver the Eulogy for TrumpCare and discuss how the GOP sunk its own Obamacare replacement. We also feature an interview with the Founder of HBCU Gameday, Steven Gaither. You can find Steven's work at http://www.hbcugameday.comHarold RespassThe Respass Report - Episode 13: The Eulogy for TrumpCare, Interview with HBCU Gameday Founder Steven GaitherIn Episode 13 we deliver the Eulogy for TrumpCare and discuss how the GOP sunk its own Obamacare replacement. We also feature an interview with the Founder of HBCU Gameday, Steven Gaither. You can find Steven's work at http://www.hbcugameday.comno53:11Harold RespassSun, 19 Mar 2017 20:32:01 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/3/19/the-respass-report-episode-12-special-get-out-movie-reaction581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:58cee983414fb508c2149168A special "Get Out" movie reaction!Harold RespassThe Respass Report - Episode 12: Special "Get Out" Movie Reaction"Get Out" reaction episode!no00:25:59Harold RespassSat, 18 Mar 2017 19:03:21 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/3/18/the-respass-report-episode-11-trump-bungles-1st-german-chancellor-visit-trump-budget-more581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:58cd7b0517bffcb09bbf9f5dWe discuss President Trump's shameful handling of the visit with German Chancellor Angela Merkel, we delve into his draconian budget outline, and we discuss racist Congressman Steve King from Iowa.Harold RespassThe Respass Report - Episode 11: Trump Bungles 1st German Chancellor Visit, Trump Budget, More In Episode 11 we discuss President Trump's bungled handling of the visit with German Chancellor Angela Merkel, we delve into his draconian budget outline, and we discuss racist Congressman Steve King from Iowa.no00:25:11Harold RespassTue, 14 Mar 2017 02:32:38 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/3/13/the-respass-report-episode-10-millions-to-lose-health-insurance-under-gop-plan-still-no-wiretap-proof581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:58c754959de4bb5cb74096d8The score is in: The GOP healthcare plan will result in tens of millions of uninsured Americans. We discuss Trump's bogus wiretap claims and Kellyanne Conway's new alternative facts low. Plus Trump Watch!Harold RespassThe Respass Report - Episode 10: Millions to Lose Insurance Under GOP Plan, Still No Wiretap ProofThe score is in: The GOP healthcare plan will result in tens of millions of uninsured Americans. We discuss Trump's bogus wiretap claims and Kellyanne Conway's new alternative facts low. Plus Trump Watch!no00:26:58Harold RespassFri, 10 Mar 2017 05:21:19 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/3/10/the-respass-report-episode-9-our-first-interview-my-favorite-republican-t-greg-doucette581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:58c234c56b8f5b630c9fa575T. Greg Doucette, my favorite Republican, joins Episode 9 to talk about politics, criminal justice and more. We dive into his background as a college dropout who overcame adversity, his attendance at a historically black law school as a white Republican, his interest in criminal justice reform, and his views on Trump and the Democrats.Harold RespassThe Respass Report - Episode 9: Interviewing My Favorite Republican, T. Greg DoucetteT. Greg Doucette, my favorite Republican, joins the podcast to talk about politics, criminal justice and more. We dive into his background as a college dropout who overcame adversity, his attendance at a historically black law school as a white Republican, his interest in criminal justice reform, and his view on Trump and the Democrats.no00:57:29Harold RespassTue, 07 Mar 2017 04:20:19 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/3/6/the-respass-report-episode-8-buffoon-ben-carson-full-north-korea-breakdown-trump-watch-and-more581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:58be302cd482e92a433e2f6fIn Episode 8, we rip into Ben Carson's ridiculous likening of slaves to immigrants, cover Trump's recent moves including the baseless Obama wiretap claims, and conduct a deep dive on North Korea.Harold RespassThe Respass Report - Episode 8: Buffoon Ben Carson, Full North Korea Breakdown, Trump Watch, & MoreIn Episode 8, we rip into Ben Carson's ridiculous likening of slaves to immigrants, cover Trump's recent moves, and do a deep dive on North Korea.no00:22:55Harold RespassSat, 04 Mar 2017 23:34:06 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/3/4/the-respass-report-episode-7-the-debut-of-trump-watch-full-breakdown-of-putin-and-russia-more581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:58bb4cf437c581c8b9fd58a2The biggest Respass Report yet! Trump claims he was wiretapped by Obama! We debut the Trump Watch segment, offer a deep dive into Putin and Russia, and the Sessions story. We also discuss Obamacare! Harold RespassThe Respass Report - Episode 7: The Debut of Trump Watch, Full Breakdown of Putin and Russia, More!The biggest Respass Report yet! Trump claimed Obama tapped his phones! We debut the Trump Watch segment, offer a deep dive into Putin and Russia, and the Sessions story. We also discuss Obamacare! no00:22:55Harold RespassThu, 02 Mar 2017 04:04:08 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/3/1/the-respass-report-episode-6-secretary-of-shade-maxine-waters-our-racist-attorney-general-grading-trump-on-a-curve581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:58b797ee6b8f5b48ab79f527On Episode 6 we discuss the epic shade thrown at the Trump Administration by Congresswoman Maxine Waters. We also discuss the challenges of having a racist Attorney General who is anti-marijuana and pro-voter suppression. Finally, we talk about the political world grading President Trump on a curve.Harold RespassThe Respass Report - Episode 6: Secretary of Shade Maxine Waters, Our Racist Attorney General, Grading Trump On a CurveOn Episode 6 we discuss the epic shade thrown at the Trump Administration by Congresswoman Maxine Waters. We also discuss the challenges of having a racist Attorney General who is anti-marijuana and pro-voter suppression. Finally, we talk about the political world grading President Trump on a curve.no00:13:21Harold RespassWed, 01 Mar 2017 11:31:32 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/3/1/the-respass-report-episode-5-reaction-to-trumps-speech-to-congress581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:58b6b00fb3db2b2b4cfe79a8Reaction to Trump's First Speech to a Joint Session of CongressHarold RespassThe Respass Report - Episode 5: Reaction to Trump's First Speech to CongressA discussion of President Trump's first speech to a joint session of Congress. We also react to the odd Democratic response.no00:13:33Harold RespassWed, 01 Mar 2017 01:48:28 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/2/28/the-respass-report-episode-4-trump-congressional-address-pre-game-hbcu-execs-meeting-with-trump581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:58b625a1f5e231aeca9172a8This episode of The Respass Report covers the news that President Trump might be looking to make a deal on comprehensive immigration reform. We also cover the fallout from HBCU executives meeting with President Trump at the White House. Harold RespassThe Respass Report - Episode 4: Trump Congressional Address Pre-Game, HBCU Execs Meeting with TrumpThis episode of The Respass Report covers the news that President Trump might be looking to make a deal on comprehensive immigration reform. We also cover the fallout from HBCU executives meeting with President Trump at the White House. no00:12:50Harold RespassTue, 28 Feb 2017 04:47:09 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/2/27/the-respass-report-episode-3-epa-bush-speaks-out-trump-meets-with-hbcu-leaders581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:58b4ff9546c3c4c50a87686eEpisode 3 of The Respass Report discusses the importance of the Environmental Protection Agency, George W. Bush's indirect shots at Trump, the White House leak problem, and Trump's photo op with HBCU leaders.Harold RespassThe Respass Report - Episode 3: Defending the EPA, Bush Speaks Out, Trump Meets with HBCU LeadersEpisode 3 of The Respass Report discusses the importance of the Environmental Protection Agency, George W. Bush's indirect shots at Trump, the White House leak problem, and Trump's photo op with HBCU leaders.no00:16:49Harold RespassMon, 27 Feb 2017 04:33:52 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/2/26/the-respass-report-episode-2-trump-skips-dinner-uber-driver-travel-ban-talk581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:58b3aaf8db29d6e7a2b70285This week we discuss President Trump's decision to skip the annual White House Correspondents Dinner and recap a discussion of the Trump travel ban held with an Uber driver.Harold RespassThe Respass Report - Episode 2: Trump Skips Correspondents Dinner, Uber Driver Travel Ban TalkA discussion of President Trump skipping the White House Correspondents Dinner and a recap of a conversation with an Uber driver on the Trump travel ban.no00:17:00Harold RespassSat, 25 Feb 2017 21:36:24 +0000https://www.respass.net/the-respass-report-podcast/2017/2/25/the-respass-report-episode-1-steve-bannon-obamacare-and-more581f8db6be659448b77a6692:58b1f535ff7c508925d582d9:58b1f656414fb5caa4dddae3Who is Steve Bannon? Why do Republicans want to get rid of Obamacare?Harold RespassAn introduction to the podcast, Steve Bannon, and ObamacareSteve Bannon, Obamacare, and More!no00:16:42