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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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A look at economics in the broadest sense, Dr. Richard Wolff dives deep in an hour long conversation on Democratic Socialism, its history, theory and possibility for closing the yawning gap of inequality.

A look at economics in the broadest sense, Dr. Richard Wolff dives deep in an hour long conversation on Democratic Socialism, its history, theory and possibility for closing the yawning gap of inequality.

Dr. Richard Wolf, Thom Hartmann
01:01:43  |   Fri 24 May 2019
Senator Bernie checks in with Thom, and so does congresswoman Pramila Jayapal, co-chair of the House Progressive Caucus. Former Republican Congressman Bob Ney chimes in with the most interesting headlines. Plus, further reading from the Mueller report, followed by a look at the criminals associated with Trump who are already in prison: how can we overcome this corruption?

Senator Bernie checks in with Thom, and so does congresswoman Pramila Jayapal, co-chair of the House Progressive Caucus. Former Republican Congressman Bob Ney chimes in with the most interesting headlines. Plus, further reading from the Mueller report, followed by a look at the criminals associated with Trump who are already in prison: how can we overcome this corruption?

Bernie has proposed a transaction tax on financial transactions to pay for Medicare for All, and help minimize the chance of crashes from rapid trading. And Bernie puts his support behind McDonald em…
01:00:46  |   Thu 23 May 2019
China's president has announced that they will not negotiate trade, and they are hunkering down for a new 'Long March' to overcome American dominance. Thom agrees with Trump on tariffs to protect U.S. industry, but thinks Trump is doing it stupidly.

China's president has announced that they will not negotiate trade, and they are hunkering down for a new 'Long March' to overcome American dominance. Thom agrees with Trump on tariffs to protect U.S. industry, but thinks Trump is doing it stupidly.

China's president has announced that they will not negotiate trade, and they are hunkering down for a new 'Long March' to overcome American dominance, and Thom agrees with Trump on tariffs to protect…
01:01:43  |   Wed 22 May 2019
As William Barr and Don McGahn have now both defied the constitutional power of Congress to hear witnesses to possible crimes, are we another step closer to a strongman form of government, and the end of American democracy?

As William Barr and Don McGahn have now both defied the constitutional power of Congress to hear witnesses to possible crimes, are we another step closer to a strongman form of government, and the end of American democracy?

Thom considers a scenario in which Trump refuses to honor the traditions of our nation; will Trump follow the oath he took to faithfully enforce the laws of the United States? If not, then what then?…
01:01:49  |   Tue 21 May 2019
What would the G.O.P. bring to American women with their hypocritical abortion stand in 'Talibama'? Plus- Congressman Mark Pocan on what the House really is accomplishing. Plus plus- carbon-fuel companies lobbying for climate change legislation- what gives?

What would the G.O.P. bring to American women with their hypocritical abortion stand in 'Talibama'? Plus- Congressman Mark Pocan on what the House really is accomplishing. Plus plus- carbon-fuel companies lobbying for climate change legislation- what gives?

What would the G.O.P. bring to American women with their hypocritical abortion stand in 'Talibama'? Plus- Congressman Mark Pocan on what the House really is accomplishing. Plus plus- carbon-fuel comp…
01:01:04  |   Mon 20 May 2019
Author Edward J Watts sees clear warnings in the history of the fall of the Roman Republic as to how we might save our democracy- a fascinating 40 minute deep dive. But first- what is Bolton doing to the people of Venezuela? And the shenanigans of a Russian troll farm detailed in the Mueller report.

Author Edward J Watts sees clear warnings in the history of the fall of the Roman Republic as to how we might save our democracy- a fascinating 40 minute deep dive. But first- what is Bolton doing to the people of Venezuela? And the shenanigans of a Russian troll farm detailed in the Mueller report.

How we might save the American republic- lessons from the fall of Roman democracy with author Edward J. Watts- but first a look at our imperialist meddling in Venezuela and Russian meddling in our co…
01:01:53  |   Fri 17 May 2019
Today- the Democratic presidential candidates- an eye-opener on what people are thinking, as Thom take a rapid-fire straw poll of his listeners' current picks.

Today- the Democratic presidential candidates- an eye-opener on what people are thinking, as Thom take a rapid-fire straw poll of his listeners' current picks.

Thom hears from listeners from right across the nation, big city and small town, on their current thoughts and feelings about which candidate they think would be great. Thom keeps it positive, no cir…
01:03:05  |   Thu 16 May 2019
The shocking moves by Republicans in Alabama that intend to set up a Supreme Court case that could possibly outlaw abortion provide the backdrop for a deep conversation between guest host Jefferson Smith and deeply worried callers on the cultural divide between red and blue states.

The shocking moves by Republicans in Alabama that intend to set up a Supreme Court case that could possibly outlaw abortion provide the backdrop for a deep conversation between guest host Jefferson Smith and deeply worried callers on the cultural divide between red and blue states.

The shocking moves by Republicans in Alabama that intend to set up a Supreme Court case that could possibly outlaw abortion provide the backdrop for a deep conversation between guest host Jefferson S…
01:02:38  |   Wed 15 May 2019
Thom agrees with Trump on protectionist trade policy, but the way Trump is doing it is crazy- Thom's powerful analysis on what is really going on here. And then- a fascinating talk with Ben Price on 'the dictatorship of property'.

Thom agrees with Trump on protectionist trade policy, but the way Trump is doing it is crazy- Thom's powerful analysis on what is really going on here. And then- a fascinating talk with Ben Price on 'the dictatorship of property'.

Donald Trump could win the 2020 Election through his trade policies and to make it worse, Donald Trump is going about trade in a way that will hurt the economy and Americans in the long run. Can Prog…
01:02:39  |   Tue 14 May 2019
As Trump's crew is spoiling for war with Iran, the very trustworthy Saudis claim their ships were attacked out in the Gulf- where is this going? Plus- Congressman Pocan defends the House's moves so far on impeachment.

As Trump's crew is spoiling for war with Iran, the very trustworthy Saudis claim their ships were attacked out in the Gulf- where is this going? Plus- Congressman Pocan defends the House's moves so far on impeachment.

As Trump's crew is spoiling for war with Iran, the very trustworthy Saudis claim their ships were attacked out in the Gulf- where is this going?- plus- Congressman Pocan defends the House's moves so …
01:01:57  |   Mon 13 May 2019
Climate change may have already done enough damage to the earth that whatever we do now to stop it, may be too little, according to author Guy McPherson- Thom and his callers respond, and then- activist Paul Gunter on the dangers of nuclear power plants, plus- 'Cities: The First 6000 years' by Monica L. Smith.

Climate change may have already done enough damage to the earth that whatever we do now to stop it, may be too little, according to author Guy McPherson- Thom and his callers respond, and then- activist Paul Gunter on the dangers of nuclear power plants, plus- 'Cities: The First 6000 years' by Monica L. Smith.

Climate change may have already done enough damage to the earth that whatever we do now to stop it, may be too little, according to author Guy McPherson- Thom and his callers respond, and then- activ…
01:00:53  |   Fri 10 May 2019
Is Donald Trump a threat to our Republic? Thom powerfully lays out the specifics on Trump's history as a grifter. And now is he running America's finances as an extension of his schemes? Guest Paul S. Ryan has been writing about the damage Trump is doing to democracy, and David Cay Johnston has the dirt on the possible cocaine trafficking behind Trump's newly revealed tax returns.

Is Donald Trump a threat to our Republic? Thom powerfully lays out the specifics on Trump's history as a grifter. And now is he running America's finances as an extension of his schemes? Guest Paul S. Ryan has been writing about the damage Trump is doing to democracy, and David Cay Johnston has the dirt on the possible cocaine trafficking behind Trump's newly revealed tax returns.

Thom powerfully lays out the specifics on Trump's history as a grifter who is running Americas finances as an extension of his schemes, and guests Paul S. Ryan, Bob Ney, and David Cay Johnston cement…
01:01:49  |   Thu 09 May 2019
As the concrete evidence of grifter Trump's money laundering, tax cheats, etc pile up, Thom challenges conservative activist Julio Rivera to defend his president. Plus- Thom reads from the Mueller report. And- why is Trump trying so hard to hide his taxes?

As the concrete evidence of grifter Trump's money laundering, tax cheats, etc pile up, Thom challenges conservative activist Julio Rivera to defend his president. Plus- Thom reads from the Mueller report. And- why is Trump trying so hard to hide his taxes?

As the concrete evidence of grifter Trump's money laundering, tax cheats, etc pile up, Thom challenges conservative activist Julio Rivera to defend his president- and speaking of corruption, Thom rea…
01:00:45  |   Wed 08 May 2019
As Trump moves a battle group close to Iran to defend our 'interests', will this wannabe Imperial President use war to distract from his crimes?- chickenhawk John Bolton has done it all before. Plus DNC chair Tom Perez talks shop.

As Trump moves a battle group close to Iran to defend our 'interests', will this wannabe Imperial President use war to distract from his crimes?- chickenhawk John Bolton has done it all before. Plus DNC chair Tom Perez talks shop.

As Trump moves a battle group close to Iran to defend our 'interests', will this wannabe Imperial President use war to distract from his crimes?- chickenhawk John Bolton has done it all before.
01:00:35  |   Wed 08 May 2019
Thom reflects on Michael Cohen's incarceration and what Barr is hiding in the redacted pages of the Mueller Report. Congressman Ro Khanna responds to a national Town Hall Meeting.

Thom reflects on Michael Cohen's incarceration and what Barr is hiding in the redacted pages of the Mueller Report. Congressman Ro Khanna responds to a national Town Hall Meeting.

Rep. Ro Khanna, Luke Vargas, Thom Hartmann
01:01:21  |   Tue 07 May 2019
Former Republican and ethics lawyer, Richard Painter says the time for Impeachment is now. Bernie Sanders shares concerns on Bill Barr's obstruction and the healthcare crisis, plus economist Richard Wolff explains Modern Monetary Theory.

Former Republican and ethics lawyer, Richard Painter says the time for Impeachment is now. Bernie Sanders shares concerns on Bill Barr's obstruction and the healthcare crisis, plus economist Richard Wolff explains Modern Monetary Theory.

Bernie Sanders Richard Wolff, Richard Painter, Luke Vargas, Thom Hartmann
01:01:41  |   Fri 03 May 2019
Greg Palast reports that Venezuelans reject imposition of Guaido and Rep. Mark Pocan responds to listener phone calls in national town hall.

Greg Palast reports that Venezuelans reject imposition of Guaido and Rep. Mark Pocan responds to listener phone calls in national town hall.

Greg Palast, Mark Pocan, Ellen Rattner, Thom Hartmann
01:01:53  |   Thu 02 May 2019
Highlights of William Barr's Senate Testimony on Mueller Report. Thom considers whether Donald Trump and ICE are turning America into a surveillance state, and will the Pelosi infrastructure deal lead to a second term for Trump?

Highlights of William Barr's Senate Testimony on Mueller Report. Thom considers whether Donald Trump and ICE are turning America into a surveillance state, and will the Pelosi infrastructure deal lead to a second term for Trump?

Luke Vargas, Thom Hartmann
01:01:38  |   Wed 01 May 2019
The American oligarch-funded right-wing media propaganda system has declared an information civil war with outright lies as their weapons- how does author Peter Daou say we can we fight back?- plus Thom reads from the Mueller report- and the latest report on declining teacher pay.

The American oligarch-funded right-wing media propaganda system has declared an information civil war with outright lies as their weapons- how does author Peter Daou say we can we fight back?- plus Thom reads from the Mueller report- and the latest report on declining teacher pay.

Author Peter Daou on fighting the billionaire's right-wing media propaganda system- +Thom reads Mueller- + declining teacher pay + Ollie North v. LaPierre inside the NRA.
01:01:47  |   Tue 30 Apr 2019
Could Trump's sanctions against Iran spread to a regional or even a worldwide conflict?- and Dr. Richard Wolff on Trump politicizing the Fed... could he be keeping interest rates low to benefit his re-election, or himself personally?

Could Trump's sanctions against Iran spread to a regional or even a worldwide conflict?- and Dr. Richard Wolff on Trump politicizing the Fed... could he be keeping interest rates low to benefit his re-election, or himself personally?

Dr. Trita Parasi , Richard Wolff, Thom Hartmann
01:01:10  |   Mon 29 Apr 2019
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