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Friday, September 5th, 2025Today, ten federal judges criticize the Supreme Court’s use of the emergency docket in rare interviews with NBC; the District of Columbia has filed suit against the government over Trump’s National Guard deployment to the capitol; the Justice Department has issued subpoenas in its investigation into Fed Reserve Governor Lisa Cook; Republican discontent with RFK Jr is growing after embarrassing testimony on capitol hill; Florida moves to end vaccine mandates for school children; Trump is looking to ban guns for transgender people; Republican leader John Thune keeps the door open to extending Obamacare tax credits; a federal judge orders the Trump administration to unfreeze $2.2 billion in federal grants to Harvard; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.John FugelsangTell Me Everything - John Fugelsang, The John Fugelsang PodcastJohn Fugelsang - Substack@johnfugelsang.bsky.social - Bluesky, @JohnFugelsang -TwitterSeparation of Church and Hate by John Fugelsang - Pre-order You Can Vote For Dana !  2025 Out100: Cast your vote for Readers' Choice!!StoriesIn rare interviews, federal judges criticize Supreme Court's handling of Trump cases | NBC NewsGOP discontent with RFK Jr. is growing - Live Updates | POLITICOFlorida Moves to End Vaccine Mandates for Schoolchildren | The New York TimesJustice Department probes mortgage fraud claims against Lisa Cook of Federal Reserve, AP source says | AP NewsTrump looking to ban transgender people from having a gun and declaring them ‘mentally ill’: report | The IndependentGOP Senate leader Thune keeps door open to extending expiring Obamacare tax credits | NBC NewsDC lawsuit challenges Trump's National Guard deployment as a forced 'military occupation' | AP NewsJudge orders Trump administration to unfreeze nearly $2.2 billion in federal grants to Harvard | NBC News Good Trouble We are posting copies of "Know Your Rights" cards, at our local library, with tear-offs for folks who want to go print their own. Link to a printable version: Know Your Rights Card - NILC**IRS asks for public input on free tax filing options to inform congressional report | Internal Revenue Service - Deadline September 5**California needs your help | Proposition 50 Vote YES !! Yes On Prop 50 | Special Election Phone Banks - mobilize.us**Help ensure safety of public servants. Hold RFK Jr accountable by signing the letter: savehhs.org, @firedbutfighting.bsky.social on Bluesky**SIGN THE STATEMENT OF SOLIDARITY for the FEMA Katrina Declaration. From The Good NewsKnow Your Rights Card - NILCGNR for Tuesday, September 2, 2025 — Good news aplenty! Reminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That’s just one of the perks of subscribing! patreon.com/muellershewrote Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - feel free to email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you’re going to do, or just vent. I’m always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comCheck out more from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackShare your Good News or Good TroubleMSW Good News and Good TroubleHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/ Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?The Daily Beans | SupercastThe Daily Beans & Mueller, She Wrote | PatreonThe Daily Beans | Apple Podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thursday, September 4th, 2025Today, Donald tried to interrupt the Epstein survivors press conference with a military flyover but they persisted and announced they’re compiling a client lists of their own; the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals rules that Trump’s invocation of the Alien Enemies Act was unlawful; key Republican senators kicked the can in response to Trump’s attempt to fire members of the Federal Reserve; Donald has a falling out with Prime Minister Modi of India over his refusal to nominate him for a Nobel and Trump’s lies about solving the India - Pakistan war; an appeals court rejects Trump’s bid to fire the FTC commissioner; Denver schools defy Trump’s transgender bathroom ban; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.Thank You, FastGrowingTrees  Get 15% off your first purchase.  FastGrowingTrees.com/dailybeansGuest: Steve Vladeck Steve Vladeck | Substack@stevevladeck.bsky.social on Bluesky144. The Supreme Court's Late-Night Alien Enemy Act InterventionAllison Gill Live With Steve VladeckGuest: David JanovskyProject On Government Oversight (POGO)@pogo.org on BlueskyYou Can Vote For Dana !  2025 Out100: Cast your vote for Readers' Choice!!StoriesThe Posse Comitatus Act comes for Trump's authoritarianism | Chris Geidner | Law Dork | SubstackAppeals Court Rejects Trump’s Attempt to Fire FTC Commissioner | Democracy DocketSenate Republicans avoid clash with Trump over Fed firing - Live Updates | POLITICOThe Nobel Prize and a Testy Phone Call: How the Trump-Modi Relationship Unraveled | The New York TimesDenver Schools Defies Trump Trans Bathroom Ban: "We Will Protect All Of Our Students From This Hostile Admin" | Erin In The MorningGood Trouble Call your House Representatives and tell them to sign the Epstein files discharge petition. Find Your Representative | house.gov**IRS asks for public input on free tax filing options to inform congressional report | Internal Revenue Service - Deadline September 5**California needs your help | Proposition 50 Vote YES !! Yes On Prop 50 | Special Election Phone Banks - mobilize.us**Help ensure safety of public servants. Hold RFK Jr accountable by signing the letter: savehhs.org, @firedbutfighting.bsky.social on Bluesky**SIGN THE STATEMENT OF SOLIDARITY for the FEMA Katrina Declaration.From The Good NewsUrsula von der Leyen - Wikipediawhichside.bostonEffin' BirdsMILCK (@milckmusic) • Instagram Reminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That’s just one of the perks of subscribing! patreon.com/muellershewrote Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - feel free to email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you’re going to do, or just vent. I’m always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comCheck out more from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackShare your Good News or Good TroubleMSW Good News and Good TroubleHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/ Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?The Daily Beans | SupercastThe Daily Beans & Mueller, She Wrote | PatreonThe Daily Beans | Apple Podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wednesday, September 3rd, 2025Today, survivors of Jeffrey Epstein will speak in a press conference at 10:30 AM Eastern time as Rep Thomas Massie takes the first step to force a House vote to release the Epstein files; DC Mayor Muriel Bowser signed an executive order allowing federal law enforcement occupation indefinitely; a federal judge rules that Trump’s use of the National Guard in California violates the Posse Comitatus Act; Hegseth has approved 600 military lawyers to serve as immigration judges; nine former CDC directors slam RFK Jr in an op ed; scientists find multiple errors in the latest Department of Energy climate report; Gerry Nadler will not seek reelection citing the need for a new generation of leadership in congress; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.Thank You, CoyuchiGet 15% off when you visit Coyuchi.com/dailybeansGuest: Howard Rosenblum Running for IL - 09HowardRosenblum.com@HowardforIL - Instagram, @howardforil - Blue Sky, Howard Rosenblum for Congress -Facebook, @HowardforIL - twitterYou Can Vote For Dana !  2025 Out100: Cast your vote for Readers' Choice!StoriesBowser to provide indefinite coordination with federal law enforcement | The Washington PostJudge says Trump administration’s use of US military in Los Angeles violated federal law | CNNPentagon authorizes up to 600 military lawyers to serve as temporary immigration judges | AP NewsDozens of scientists find errors in a new Energy Department climate report | NPRFormer CDC directors slam RFK Jr. in op-ed: "Endangering every American's health" | CBS NewsNadler, Pillar of Democratic Party’s Old Guard, Will Retire Next Year | The New York TimesGood Trouble Call your Dem senators and tell them not to fund the government without getting some shit fixed - If you agree. I know many folks may not agree with me that we should risk shutting down the government, but I can tell you that’s the consensus among all the current and former federal employees I’ve spoken with, including a lot of the alts. This government is broken, and we can’t continue to fund it without protecting elections, funding DC, allowing appropriations to be spent, etc.  Contacting U.S. Senators**California needs your help | Proposition 50 Vote YES !!Yes On Prop 50 | Special Election Phone Banks - mobilize.us**Trump’s VA Rule Would Ban Abortion Care for Veterans—Your Voice Can Stop It | On   Offense with Kris Goldsmith – Write a Public Comment - Reproductive Health Services - Deadline September 3**IRS asks for public input on free tax filing options to inform congressional report | Internal Revenue Service - Deadline September 5**Help ensure safety of public servants. Hold RFK Jr accountable by signing the letter: savehhs.org, @firedbutfighting.bsky.social on Bluesky**SIGN THE STATEMENT OF SOLIDARITY AND SUPPORT for the FEMA Katrina Declaration.From The Good NewsGlobal Positioning System - WikipediaHead StartDorey Park Farmers MarketCamp Lost BoysOur Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you’re going to do, or just vent. I’m always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comMore from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackReminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That’s just one of the perks of subscribing! patreon.com/muellershewrote Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - feel free to email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you’re going to do, or just vent. I’m always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comCheck out more from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackShare your Good News or Good TroubleMSW Good News and Good TroubleHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/ Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?The Daily Beans | SupercastThe Daily Beans & Mueller, She Wrote | PatreonThe Daily Beans | Apple Podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025Today, Donald Trump is now posting photos of himself playing golf from August 23rd and telling people without prompting that he’s in excellent health; all 76 children the administration tried to kidnap and disappear to Guatemala this weekend are back at their refugee and resettlement facilities; Robert Mueller has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s and will be unable to testify in the Epstein matter; Trump’s commerce secretary’s former investment bank is taking bets against tariffs; preliminary data shows 1.2M migrants are missing from the workforce - but those numbers may not be accurate; Russia is suspected of jamming the GPS of the EU leader’s plane; Florida may lose $218M with the shutdown of the Everglades concentration camp; a judge has dismissed charges over chalk art at the Pulse nightclub crosswalk; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.Thank You, FastGrowingTreesGet 15% off your first purchase.  FastGrowingTrees.com/dailybeansYou Can Vote For Dana !  2025 Out100: Cast your vote for Readers' Choice!StoriesRobert Mueller Has Parkinson’s Disease, Family Says | The New York TimesRussia Suspected of Jamming GPS for E.U. Leader’s Plane, Officials Say | The New York TimesFlorida may lose $218M on empty 'Alligator Alcatraz' as judge orders shutdown | AP NewsTrump’s Commerce Secretary Loves Tariffs. His Former Investment Bank Is Taking Bets Against Them | WIRED1.2 million immigrants are gone from the US labor force under Trump, preliminary data shows | AP NewsJudge Dismisses Florida Arrest Over Rainbow Chalk Art Near Pulse Nightclub | Rolling StoneGood Trouble Tomorrow is the deadline to publicly comment on the Department of Veterans Affairs new rule banning reproductive healthcare, so please head to the link and leave a public comment asking the VA to continue providing health care to our veterans. Write a Public Comment - Reproductive Health Services - Deadline September 3**California needs your help | Proposition 50 Vote YES !!Yes On Prop 50 | Special Election Phone Banks - mobilize.us**Trump’s VA Rule Would Ban Abortion Care for Veterans—Your Voice Can Stop It | On   Offense with Kris Goldsmith – Write a Public Comment - Reproductive Health Services - Deadline September 3**IRS asks for public input on free tax filing options to inform congressional report | Internal Revenue Service - Deadline September 5**Help ensure safety of public servants. Hold RFK Jr accountable by signing the letter: savehhs.org, @firedbutfighting.bsky.social on Bluesky**SIGN THE STATEMENT OF SOLIDARITY AND SUPPORT for the FEMA Katrina Declaration.From The Good NewsPatrons Sponsoring Patrons - The Daily Beansdryoceansociety - instagramVolunteer Expo - Oregon - The StandardTRICARE For LifeOur Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you’re going to do, or just vent. I’m always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comMore from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackReminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That’s just one of the perks of subscribing! patreon.com/muellershewrote Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - feel free to email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you’re going to do, or just vent. I’m always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comCheck out more from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackShare your Good News or Good TroubleMSW Good News and Good TroubleHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/ Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?The Daily Beans | SupercastThe Daily Beans & Mueller, She Wrote | PatreonThe Daily Beans | Apple Podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Monday, September 1st, 2025Today, the Trump administration attempted to remove 600 terrified unaccompanied minors to Guatemala in the middle of the night until a federal judge entered an order to stop them; speculation about Trump’s whereabouts explodes on social media as he continues to hide from the public; the government is going to deploy AI software to deny Medicare claims; Governor Greg Abbott has signed into law redistricting maps that reduce Black voters in Texas to one-fifth of a person and Hispanic voters to one-third of a person; a federal appeals court has struck down Trump's tariffs as unlawful; Joni Ernst - who infamously claimed we’re all going to die anyways about Medicaid cuts - says she won’t run for Senate again in 2026; Riley Gaines' dad is entering the race in Tennessee's 6th congressional district; the Epstein estate has agreed to hand over the birthday book and other documents to Congress; the mayor of Chicago has signed an order to resist Trump’s planned occupation of the city; Trump says he will sign an executive order mandating voter ID; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.Thank You, DeleteMeGet 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to joindeleteme.com/DAILYBEANS and use promo code DAILYBEANS at checkout. Guest: Randi WeingartenWhy Fascists Fear Teachers by Randi Weingarten | PenguinRandomHouseAFTt.orgUnion Talk Podcast | American Federation of TeachersRandi Weingarten - The New York Times@rweingarten.bsky.social -  Bluesky, @rweingarten - twitterYou Can Vote For Dana !  2025 Out100: Cast your vote for Readers' Choice!StoriesTrump Says He Will Sign Executive Order Mandating Voter I.D. | The New York TimesJoni Ernst won't seek reelection to Senate in 2026, sources say | CBS NewsThe Sooknanan Monologue - by Allison Gill | The BreakdownMedicare Will Require Prior Approval for Certain Procedures | The New York TimesEpstein's estate set to provide 'birthday book' to Congress with subpoenaed docs, House Democrat says | NBC NewsJohnson signs order aimed at resisting planned immigration crackdown, possible Nat. Guard deployment | ABC 7 Eyewitness NewsGood Trouble California needs your help | Proposition 50 Vote YES !!As partisan gerrymandering in states like Texas threatens to undermine democracy, California is stepping up with Proposition 50, the Election Rigging Response Act. It is vital that voters are informed and turned out to vote by November 4. Yes On Prop 50 | Special Election Phone Banks - mobilize.us**Trump’s VA Rule Would Ban Abortion Care for Veterans—Your Voice Can Stop It | On   Offense with Kris Goldsmith – Write a Public Comment - Reproductive Health Services - Deadline September 3**IRS asks for public input on free tax filing options to inform congressional report | Internal Revenue Service - Deadline September 5**Help ensure safety of public servants. Hold RFK Jr accountable by signing the letter: savehhs.org, @firedbutfighting.bsky.social on Bluesky**SIGN THE STATEMENT OF SOLIDARITY AND SUPPORT for the FEMA Katrina Declaration.From The Good NewsRogue Food UnitesMobility Fit Physical TherapyYurok TribeThe Newbury School of Weaving Reminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That’s just one of the perks of subscribing! patreon.com/muellershewrote Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - feel free to email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you’re going to do, or just vent. I’m always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comCheck out more from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackShare your Good News or Good TroubleMSW Good News and Good TroubleHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/ Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?The Daily Beans | SupercastThe Daily Beans & Mueller, She Wrote | PatreonThe Daily Beans | Apple Podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Friday, September 1st, 2023In the Hot Notes: the first Proud Boys’ sentences come in at HALF the recommended time by sentencing guidelines; Representative Jamie Raskin asks Rep Comer to subpoena Jared Kushner after failed attempts to retrieve documents regarding his $2B Saudi payout; several filings are made in Fulton County about the speedy trial considerations and removal of Meadows’ case to federal court; the jury in 1/6 fugitive Brandon Fellows’ case reaches a guilty verdict after submitting a note asking whether the defendant has their personal information; the Biden Administration seeks to close the gun show loophole; conservatives draw up a plan to dismantle to government if Trump wins; Governor Brian Kemp denounces the removal of Fani Willis from office; plus Allison and Dana read your Good News.Our Guest:Prof. Anthony Michael Kreishttps://twitter.com/AnthonyMKreishttps://law.gsu.edu/profile/anthony-kreisFrom the Good Newshttps://www.axios.com/2023/08/31/nebraska-volleyball-attendance-world-record-womensporthttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/patrons-sponsoring-patrons  Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - feel free to email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you’re going to do, or just vent. I’m always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comCheck out more from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackShare your Good News or Good TroubleMSW Good News and Good TroubleHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/ Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?The Daily Beans | SupercastThe Daily Beans & Mueller, She Wrote | PatreonThe Daily Beans | Apple Podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Friday, August 30th, 2024More sickening details of Trump’s campaign stunt at Arlington National Cemetery are revealed; 2nd quarter GDP growth has been adjusted to 3% exceeding all expectations; Donald is putting all his attention on winning the debate and courting QAnon because he doesn’t know how else to run against Kamala; another SpaceX rocket bursts into flames; Trump’s campaign advisors are telling ABC to ignore Trump and mute the mics for the debate; the DoJ IG says the FBI still falling short in child sex abuse cases; and RFK Jr. is forced to carry his candidacy to term in North Carolina with possible devastating consequences for Trump, and Allison delivers your good news.Guests:John Fugelsanghttps://www.johnfugelsang.com/tme Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - feel free to email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you’re going to do, or just vent. I’m always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comCheck out more from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackShare your Good News or Good TroubleMSW Good News and Good TroubleHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/ Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?The Daily Beans | SupercastThe Daily Beans & Mueller, She Wrote | PatreonThe Daily Beans | Apple Podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Friday, August 29th, 2025Today, mayors of blue cities are assembling a united front against the Trump regime; late Wednesday there was a showdown at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as the director refuses to leave her post amid pressure from the President; Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook has sued the Trump government over his unlawful attempt to fire her; ICE deportation flights hit record highs as airlines paint over their logos to hide their participation; the MAGA Republican running against Jon Ossoff was caught on a hot mic saying Trump is in the Epstein files; Sandwich Guy’s charges have been reduced to a misdemeanor; and Allison delivers your Good News. Dana is out and about.Thank You, Mint MobileGet this new customer offer and your 3-month Unlimited wireless plan for just $15 a month at  MINTMOBILE.com/DAILYBEANSThank You, Naked WinesTo get 6 bottles of wine for $39.99, head to nakedwines.com/DAILYBEANS and use code DAILYBEANS for both the code and password.Guest: John FugelsangTell Me Everything - John Fugelsang, The John Fugelsang PodcastJohn Fugelsang - Substack@johnfugelsang.bsky.social - Bluesky, @JohnFugelsang -TwitterSeparation of Church and Hate by John Fugelsang - Pre-order StoriesTrump Live Updates: CDC Director Leaves Abruptly | The New York TimesICE deportation flights hit record highs as airlines hide plane details | AP NewsDemocrats seek ‘immediate answers’ after reported arrests of firefighters by US border agents | Washington state | The GuardianAfter Threats, Mayors of Blue Cities Seek United Front Against Trump | The New York TimesFed Governor Lisa Cook sues Trump over attempted ouster | ABC NewsWashington Examiner: Republican Mike Collins Caught on Hot Mic Saying Trump is ‘in’ the Epstein Files | georgiademocrat.orgGood Trouble Corporate media is not covering the protests and their skewed coverage benefits only Big Orange.  His message is not the only message.  We can threaten to pull viewership and not support sponsors who support incomplete coverage.  We can go to independent sources if they are going to bow to Big Orange,  let them know that.  Here are the big three email links:  CBS: cbs.com/showfeedbackNBC: contact.nbcnews@nbcuni.comABC:  ABC News App**Trump’s VA Rule Would Ban Abortion Care for Veterans—Your Voice Can Stop It | On   Offense with Kris Goldsmith – Write a Public Comment - Reproductive Health Services - Deadline September 3**IRS asks for public input on free tax filing options to inform congressional report | Internal Revenue Service - Deadline September 5**Help ensure safety of public servants. Hold RFK Jr accountable by signing the letter: savehhs.org, @firedbutfighting.bsky.social on Bluesky**SIGN THE STATEMENT OF SOLIDARITY AND SUPPORT for the FEMA Katrina Declaration. From The Good NewsPatrons Sponsoring Patrons - The Daily Beansrun mackinac islandSSA.GOV and IRS.GOVCONCORA@paynecountydemocrats - Instagram Reminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That’s just one of the perks of subscribing! patreon.com/muellershewrote Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - feel free to email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you’re going to do, or just vent. I’m always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comCheck out more from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackShare your Good News or Good TroubleMSW Good News and Good TroubleHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/ Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?The Daily Beans | SupercastThe Daily Beans & Mueller, She Wrote | PatreonThe Daily Beans | Apple Podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thursday, August 28th, 2025Today, two children have died and 14 other people have been injured in a shooting at a Catholic school in Minneapolis; some FEMA staff have been placed on administrative leave after penning a letter of dissent; the FDA has approved the COVID booster but with huge restrictions; Big Balls and DOGE put your social security number on a nonsecure server in June; a Utah judge orders new congressional maps for 2026 in a victory for voting rights; Senator Susan Collins is heckled during a ribbon cutting; a license plate camera company halts cooperation with federal agencies amid concerns about the government’s motives; Democrats celebrate a special election victory in Iowa; the government inadvertently reset the asylum eligibility clock for Kilmar Abrego who has now filed a petition to seek asylum in the United States; prosecutors fail to obtain an indictment for Sandwich Guy from a federal grand jury; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.Thank You, Mint MobileGet this new customer offer and your 3-month Unlimited wireless plan for just $15 a month at  MINTMOBILE.com/DAILYBEANSThank You, Naked WinesTo get 6 bottles of wine for $39.99, head to nakedwines.com/DAILYBEANS and use code DAILYBEANS for both the code and password.Guest: Naveed Shah@armyofnaveed - BlueskyCommon Defense - commondefense.usCommon Defense | Linktree@common_defense) - Instagram, commondefense - bluesky, @commondefense - twitterStoriesWhistleblower complaint alleges DOGE uploaded all Social Security numbers to an unsecured server | ABC NewsFDA approves updated COVID-19 shots with limits for some kids and adults | AP NewsKilmar Abrego Garcia requests asylum in the US, hoping to prevent his deportation to Uganda | AP NewsUtah judge orders new congressional maps for 2026 in another redistricting twist | NBC NewsFlock Safety, license plate camera company, halts cooperation with federal agencies among investigation concerns including in IL | ABC7 Los AngelesSen. Susan Collins heckled by protesters at Maine ribbon-cutting event | NBC NewsDemocrats celebrate special election victory in Iowa State Senate, ending GOP supermajority | ABC NewsGrand jury declines to indict man who threw a sandwich at federal officer in D.C. | NBC NewsGood Trouble Your Good Trouble mission today, should you accept it, is to sign the statement in solidarity and support of the FEMA Katrina declaration: SIGN THE STATEMENT OF SOLIDARITY AND SUPPORT for the FEMA Katrina Declaration.From The Good NewsSecretarybird - WikipediaChessie KittenWomen Airforce Service Pilots - Wikipediareddwarf.co.uk, Red Dwarf Streaming Online | Peacock **Help ensure safety of public servants. Hold RFK Jr accountable by signing the letter: savehhs.org, @firedbutfighting.bsky.social on Bluesky**IRS asks for public input on free tax filing options to inform congressional report | Internal Revenue Service - Deadline September 5**Trump’s VA Rule Would Ban Abortion Care for Veterans—Your Voice Can Stop It | On   Offense with Kris Goldsmith – Write a Public Comment - Reproductive Health Services - Deadline September 3Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you’re going to do, or just vent. I’m always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comMore from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackReminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That’s just one of the perks of subscribing! patreon.com/muellershewrote Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - feel free to email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you’re going to do, or just vent. I’m always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comCheck out more from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackShare your Good News or Good TroubleMSW Good News and Good TroubleHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/ Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?The Daily Beans | SupercastThe Daily Beans & Mueller, She Wrote | PatreonThe Daily Beans | Apple Podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wednesday, August 27th, 2025Today, a Trump appointed judge has thrown out Trump’s case against the entire Maryland bench; leading election denier Cleta Mitchell has been appointed to the DHS election integrity unit; Judge Lamberth orders Kari Lake to sit for a deposition about whether she is operating Voice of America up to legal minimum standards; Trump says he’s firing Federal Reserve board member Lisa Cook; an appeals court says Pennsylvania mail in ballots cannot be thrown out over misdated envelopes; the US says it will resume neighborhood checks for immigration applications; FEMA officials warn that Trump policies could lead to a Katrina level disaster; Jack Smith’s legal team fires back against Trump’s investigation; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.Thank You, HomeChefFor a limited time, get  50% off and free shipping for your first box PLUS free dessert for life!  HomeChef.com/DAILYBEANS.  Must be an active subscriber to receive free dessert.Women in Independent Media | The Breakdown - Muellershewrote.comGuest: Mrs. FrazzledFrazzled About Education - SubstackFrazz | Instagram, Facebook, TikTok | LinktreeStoriesJack Smith’s Legal Team Fires Back Against Ethics Complaint | The New York TimesIn letter, FEMA staff warn Trump officials’ actions risk Katrina-level disaster | The Washington PostU.S. to resume "neighborhood checks" for citizenship applications as part of Trump push to heavily vet immigrants | CBS NewsLeading Election Conspiracy Theorist Appointed to DHS Leadership Position | Democracy DocketTrump says he's firing Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook | POLITICOAppeals court says Pa. mail ballots can’t be thrown out over misdated envelopes | POLITICOTrump-appointed judge rebukes White House for ‘smear’ of judiciary | POLITICOJudge orders Kari Lake to answer questions about Voice of America under oath | NPRGood Trouble Johns Hopkins University has quietly gutted the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, and completely closed the Office of Inclusive Excellence Education and Development. You can email President Ron Daniels (president@jhu.edu) who approved this and Dr Lainie Rutkow (lrutkow@jhu.edu) who actually swung the sword on DEI efforts. Let them know how you feel about this.From The Good NewsEarn more sessions by sleeving - YouTubePhotos: Pride art transforms Superior crosswalks - Superior TelegramProvo ‘No Kings’ rally draws over 4,000 protesters. Can the movement affect change? - Daily HeraldOrlando VA Medical Center | VA Orlando Health Care | Veterans AffairsPropagate StudioCheck Out Dana's New Website - DANAGOLDBERG.comToo Slow Chicken Marengo - YouTube**Help ensure safety of public servants. Hold RFK Jr accountable by signing the letter: savehhs.org, @firedbutfighting.bsky.social on Bluesky **IRS asks for public input on free tax filing options to inform congressional report | Internal Revenue Service - Deadline September 5 **Trump’s VA Rule Would Ban Abortion Care for Veterans—Your Voice Can Stop It | On   Offense with Kris Goldsmith – Write a Public Comment - Reproductive Health Services - Deadline September 3Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you’re going to do, or just vent. I’m always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comMore from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackReminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That’s just one of the perks of subscribing! patreon.com/muellershewrote Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - feel free to email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you’re going to do, or just vent. I’m always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comCheck out more from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackShare your Good News or Good TroubleMSW Good News and Good TroubleHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/ Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?The Daily Beans | SupercastThe Daily Beans & Mueller, She Wrote | PatreonThe Daily Beans | Apple Podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.