

The Hartmann Report
Thom Hartmann
The Hartmann Report is an independent daily podcast hosted by award winning, author, radio & TV host Thom Hartmann. Thom’s podcast highlights the bigger picture behind politics, science and culture through discussion and debate. Catch Thom’s live show Monday through Friday noon ET / 9am PT- www.thomhartmann.com.
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Jun 25, 2025 • 59min
MAGA heads are exploding thanks to Mamdani’s victory. Good job NYC!
In this discussion, Jeff Sharlet, a journalist and expert on Christian fundamentalism, shares insights on the political waves following Zoran Mamdani’s victory in NYC. He highlights the precarious nature of current U.S. political dynamics and accountability, especially regarding law enforcement and community welfare. Chad Walding, health advocate and co-founder of Native Path Collagen, emphasizes the importance of nutritional health in urban areas. Together, they examine how these themes intersect with rising extremism and the need for transparency in governance.

Jun 25, 2025 • 7min
Daily Take: Moral Cleansing, American Style: How the Supreme Court Just Outsourced Cruelty
The discussion dives into a recent Supreme Court ruling that allows mass deportations to countries lacking legal status, raising serious humanitarian concerns. It draws alarming parallels between today's deportation practices and historical moral evasion. The podcast also tackles the implications of outsourcing cruelty and the erosion of democratic values, highlighting how the government could designate unsafe countries as safe havens. A juxtaposition of heavy topics with a lighthearted promotion of wellness products adds an unexpected twist.

Jun 24, 2025 • 58min
Ceasefire Meltdown as Trump Goes Full Homophobic
Tensions escalate as Trump's inflammatory rhetoric targets a ceasefire situation and includes homophobic comments. The ramifications on U.S. politics are examined, including potential shifts in the Republican Party. The discussion then navigates accusations about international law violations, the Supreme Court's role on citizenship and LGBTQ rights, and the challenges of systemic biases in immigration policy. Listeners also explore the implications of Trump's social media backlash and the need for transparency in law enforcement hiring.

Jun 24, 2025 • 8min
Daily Take: Trump’s Empire of Lies and Loot
Dive deep into the corruption and misinformation tactics of the Trump administration, drawing parallels to authoritarian regimes. Explore the vital role of collagen in health and its surprising connection to systemic inequality. Discover the ongoing struggle for liberty against the backdrop of modern-day oligarchy, highlighting how elite manipulation undermines democracy and working-class rights. The conversation reveals the urgent need to recognize and confront these pervasive societal challenges.

Jun 23, 2025 • 58min
‘Perpetual Crisis Mode’: How Trump Uses Emergency Declarations to Push Radical Agenda
War is the deadliest distraction in the authoritarian playbook. Is Donald using the Iran bombing to seize power. Trump is undermining Watergate laws in a massive shift of America's ethics system - we can't let him. Trump undermines Watergate laws in a massive shift of ethics system Congress built a system 50 years ago to prevent another Nixon. Trump seems determined to dismantle those rules.This is why GOP try to be loyal - ‘Little Boy Massie Will Be Fired’: Trump Launches Super PAC Devoted to Taking Out GOP Rep Amid Public Feud.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 23, 2025 • 14min
Daily Take: Trump’s Iran War Fever: A Deadly Cure for His Political Collapse?
War is the deadliest distraction in the authoritarian’s playbook…See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 22, 2025 • 58min
The Fascist Point of No Return
As the march towards fascism continues, will some right-wingers get their dream of re-writing the American constitution to favor the rich? Common Cause New Mexico's Viki Harrison has the story.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 21, 2025 • 58min
War
Phil Ittner reports from a Kyiv under heavy assault from drones and now strategic bombers... Plus- will Trump use an atomic bomb against Iran, or will he join Israel at all in attacking the Persian nation? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 20, 2025 • 58min
Trump's Tin Foil Hat
Trump’s magical thinking about tariffs has cost America 136,000 jobs in manufacturing compared to 2023. Investigative journalist Greg Palast explains the flaws in Donald's boondoggle. Also economists warn that Trump's Big Blundering Bill will cause a recession for working Americans. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jun 20, 2025 • 11min
Daily Take: Fourteen Steps to Tyranny: How Autocratic Breakthrough Happens — And How We Can Stop It
Autocrats follow a predictable playbook. Learn how we can disrupt their rise before revolution or civil war become the only solutions...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.