Some Trump critics are asking if the president is “wagging the dog,” stoking a conflict to distract from his own impeachment. But legendary journalist Sam Donaldson says he doesn’t think so. Paul Rieckhoff also joins the conversation and advocates for on-camera press briefings from the Pentagon and White House.
Brian Stelter cites new reporting that shows Trump is being affected by news coverage of his actions in the Middle East. Katie Rogers says Trump “has a particular aversion to coverage that makes him look weak.” Paul Rieckhoff says leaders need to “control the tone, to de-escalate and in order to do that we have to be thoughtful, we have to be measured, we have to be clear-headed — all the things that Trump is generally not.”
The Trump administration has carried out a strike killing Iranian general Qassem Soleimani. Now many are questioning whether Donald Trump and the president’s White House officials have a plan to deal with the repercussions that will not get America embroiled in another war in the Middle East. Activist and author Zainab Salbi and host of the podcast Angry Americans Paul Rieckhoff join Joy Reid to discuss.
Happy New decade! The new year is picking up right where 2019 left off. Mayhem is our new normal. The American embassy in Iraq is under siege, Trump is again threatening war with Iran and North Korea is promising a new year of missiles and madness. Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) breaks it all down with his trademark independence, extensive experience, and a dash of humor. And he takes the pod to the boardwalk of Miami Beach on New Year’s Day [14:11] to talk to Angry Americans who are wild, weird and wonderful—-and all ready for a new, happier decade. So shake off that hangover, people. A new decade is here. And Angry Americans is here to take you into it with the 4 I’s: integrity, information, inspiration and impact. Download the hottest news and politics podcast in America that was just featured in The New York Times on New Year’s Day. Even in the first days of the new year there is righteous reason to be angry. And just like before, as we enter a new decade, if you’re not angry, you’re not paying attention. But there are also good reasons to be happy and inspired. Download the newest Angry Americans podcast for free here. Then, join the Angry Americans community for upcoming 2020 event tickets and free behind-the-scenes video with incredible guests including Jason Alexander, Mayor Pete Buttigieg, Bradley Whitford, Sarah Jessica Parker, Rick Wilson, Tulsi Gabbard, Rachel Maddow, Samantha Bee and more. Angry Americans is connecting, uniting and empowering people of all backgrounds nationwide. It’s changing the podcasting landscape. And powered by Righteous Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Whew! We made it. Christmas is over. Hanukkah is almost over. Festivus is done. And host Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) has one last holiday gift: a special and quick end of year episode with some of our best guests from an incredible year of pods. It’s a short one. And a happy one. We’ll hear from a few of our best guests from an amazing 2019. After every conversation with an important, iconic and/or inspiring guest, there is a giving of the gifts. Each guest gets a few gifts of appreciation from Paul. And in those moments, their reactions (and choices) give us an insight into who they really are. On Angry Americans, guests always get some fun questions–and some tough questions. But it’s in the giving of the gifts that these amazing guests are often most authentically revealed. And, where we got some content gift of our own over the course of a memorable 2019. So, you’ll hear from CNN’s Chris Cuomo [20:55], activist and author Zainab Salbi [24:22], the wise and learned Ai Jen Poo [32:08], Drug expert Ethan Nadelmman [35:03], rockstar comedian Samantha Bee [40:41], Twitter firestarter and media critic Soledad O’Brien [43:23], and the great Top Chef himself, Tom Collichio [48:57]. They’re some quick pops of the 4 I’s that’ll end your 2019 right. If you’re not angry, you’re not paying attention. But there are also good reasons to be happy and inspired. Download the newest Angry Americans podcast for free here. Then, join the Angry Americans community for upcoming event tickets and free behind-the-scenes video with recent guests including Jason Alexander, Mayor Pete Buttigieg, Bradley Whitford, Soledad O’Brien Chef Tom Collichio, Tulsi Gabbard, Rachel Maddow, Samantha Bee and more. Angry Americans is connecting, uniting and empowering people of all backgrounds nationwide. It’s changing the podcasting landscape. And powered by Righteous Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This episode, we have a very special Festivus gift for all you good little boys and girls! Jason Alexander (@IJasonAlexander) joins Angry Americans for an extended and extremely candid conversation. Following our massive episode with Mayor Pete Buttigieg, we’ve got a huge change of pace. The man himself! The legend. The iconic actor who played George Constanza on Seinfeld is here to tell us about the true founding story of Festivus! And he’ll share amazing stories from an incredible life of laughs, lessons—and activism. In this episode, you’ll get a special holiday gift. You’ll meet the man behind the character you know so well. You’ll hear Jason explain what it’s been like to live life in a world where everyone thinks he’s really George Constanza. But you’ll also hear about his almost 40 years of entertaining America–from stage with Chita Rivera, to Pretty Woman with Julia Roberts, to a voicework on Dora the Explorer to a video with Nickelback. He won a Tony Award and is known worldwide. But he’s also a committed activist, a patriot, a father–and one of the most entertaining, insightful and inspiring American success stories you’ll ever hear. And yes, even Jason Alexander is angry. But this candid, extended, fun conversation will bring you hope–and happiness this holiday. But first, even during Festivus, if you’re not angry, you’re not paying attention. Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) soars like Santa through the headlines you need to know about in news, politics and culture. Impeachment, the latest Democratic debate, Nigerian-American immigrant Kamaru Usman vs Trump-loving Colby Covington for the UFC Welterweight Championship, and the importance of Emmet Otter’s Jugband Christmas. And just like in every episode, you can be a helper. Scleroderma is a disease that impacts hundreds of thousands of Americans. Those affected by the disease describe it as like having your body turn to stone. Learn more and support the Scleroderma Foundation of America (@scleroderma). Don’t just be angry. Be active. Angry Americans is supported by Oscar Mike. An innovative Veteran-owned and American-Made lifestyle apparel brand, Oscar Mike creates awesome sweatshirts, t-shirts, hats and performance gear. It’s high quality, affordable and made in the USA. Please check out the Angry Americans Oscar Mike merch store now. If you’re not angry, you’re not paying attention. But there are also good reasons to be happy and inspired. Download the newest Angry Americans podcast for free here. Then, join the Angry Americans community for upcoming event tickets and free behind-the-scenes video with recent guests including Jason Alexander, Mayor Pete Buttigieg, Bradley Whitford, Soledad O’Brien Chef Tom Collichio, Tulsi Gabbard, Rachel Maddow, Samantha Bee and more. Angry Americans is connecting, uniting and empowering people of all backgrounds nationwide. It’s changing the podcasting landscape. And powered by Righteous Media. Watch the Conversation: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
South Bend, Indiana Mayor Pete Buttigieg (@PeteButtigieg) is a political sensation, now topping polls in Iowa and New Hampshire. If elected in 2020, the Democrat will be the youngest President in American history and the first war veteran since George Bush Sr. Before a live audience, [26:19] Mayor Buttigieg sits down for one of his most candid, most hard-hitting and most extended public conversations yet, with combat veteran, author and renowned activist Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff). The second of the candidates in our Presidential candidates series (Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard join us in Episode 30), this groundbreaking episode of Angry Americans (@AngryAmericans) will reveal sides of Mayor Buttigieg you’ve never heard before. Mayor Pete shares his favorite drink, an immediate reaction to the shooting in Jersey City and the “Afghanistan Papers”, how his military experience shapes his view on firearms, thoughts on potentially being the first war veteran to serve as president since George Bush Sr, his funny Navy recruiter story, and whether or not he and his husband Chasten plan to have children. And he definitively states a timeline for when he would end the war in Afghanistan. [00:45] Rieckhoff kicks-off the show by ripping through the most urgent and important headlines you need to know about in American and global news, politics and culture. From the violent shooting in Jersey City, NJ, to multiple shootings on military bases, to the release of the Afghanistan Papers, to Greta Thornberg being named Time’s Person of the Year. [1:25:40] Detective Joseph Seals was tragically killed in Jersey City this week. You can be a helper and donate to support his five children here. Don’t just be active. Be active. This episode is made possible thanks to support from Oscar Mike–an innovative Veteran owned and American-Made lifestyle apparel brand. Oscar Mike creates awesome sweatshirts, t-shirts, hats and even performance gear for both men and women. High quality, affordable and made by American hands, be sure to head over to Angry Americans merch page and get yours today. If you’re not angry, you’re not paying attention. But there are good reasons to be happy and inspired too. Download the newest Angry Americans podcast for free here. Then, join the Angry Americans community to a first shot at upcoming event tickets and free behind-the-scenes video of recent guests including Chef Tom Collichio, Tulsi Gabbard, Chris Cuomo, Ai Jen Poo, Rachel Maddow, Samantha Bee, Bradley Whitford, Soledad O’Brien and more. Angry Americans is connecting, uniting and empowering people of all backgrounds nationwide. It’s changing the podcasting landscape. And powered by Righteous Media. Watch the Conversation: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Harry Smith (@HarrySmith) [39:25] is an American media legend. The inspiring and beloved journalist has been a fixture in living rooms all across the country for decades. At NBC, CBS and A&E, Harry has told the stories of America. As the holiday season approaches, we’ll take a tour through the heart of our country with a wise and learned guide that’s driven the roads, climbed the mountains, rowed the rivers, and walked the trails. Harry is a trusted voice for all Americans. But you’ve never heard him candid and uninterrupted by commercials like this. Harry man who has seen all 50 states and knows the inside of America better than almost anyone. He’s told the stories of Presidential candidates, poet laureates and parents who’ve lost children to the opioid epidemic. He understands politics, media, culture and life like very few. And he represents the very best of the spirit and heart of America. But like all of us, even Harry Smith is angry sometimes. He’ll tell you why. And he’ll share what makes him happy, his tips on succeeding in life, what he thinks of the presidential candidates, his first car and his favorite cocktail. Combat veteran, author and renowned activist Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) is our host, has known Harry for over a decade and counts him as a friend and a mentor. He takes Angry Americans (@AngryAmericans) through the life of Harry Smith and through the latest news headlines with independence, speed and humor. And he’ll dig into Trump’s crazy trip to NATO, all the candidates dropping out of the 2020 race and the new Tesla electric pick-up truck. This episode is supported by Fort Hamilton Whiskey. [106:25] A finely crafted American rye whiskey born in Brooklyn, NY, Fort Hamilton is made purely from rye, malted barley, yeast and no nonsense. Celebrating Alexander Hamilton’s Hearts of Oak Militia and the military base that bears his name, this patriotic whiskey honors American bravery and and celebrates the fighting spirit of Angry Americans. Fort Hamilton Whiskey is The Spirit of Revolution. And some damn good whiskey. If you’re not angry, you’re not paying attention. But there are also good reasons to be happy and inspired. Download the new Angry Americans podcast for free here now. Then, join the Angry Americans newsletter to get free behind-the-scenes video of recent guests including Samantha Bee, Bob Woodruff, Bradley Whitford, Soledad O’Brien, Rachel Maddow, Ron Perman, Tulsi Gabbard and more. Angry Americans is connecting, uniting and empowering people of all backgrounds nationwide. It’s changing the podcasting landscape. And powered by Righteous Media. Watch the Conversation: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this fun and inspiring special Thanksgiving episode, we go through the best of the “What makes you happy?” question. Paul has asked that same question of every single guest on the pod so far. And he picks out the best—after quirky and independently summarizing a wild week of important news. It’s a perfect pod to download for your holiday season travel or chill time. Sarah Jessica Parker will empower you. Rachel Maddow will inform you. Marc Roberge will move you. Scott Campbell will motivate you. Malcolm Nance will make you smile. And Wes Moore will remind you what it’s all about. It’s a massive, warm serving of mom’s best Integrity, a heaping, tasty bowl of Information, a nice white and dark meat carving of Impact, and two slices of sweet Inspiration. Despite the chaos all across America, there is still lots of goodness…and lots of reasons to be thankful. Our host, Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) is a combat veteran, author and renowned activist who has recently appeared on CNN, MSNBC, Pod Save America, NPR and many more. He takes Angry Americans (@AngryAmericans) entertainingly through the latest headlines, the ones you need to know about from the firing of Navy Secretary Richard Spencer to Trump’s release of war criminals to the big winners at the Americans Music Awards. This episode is made possible thanks to support from Oscar Mike–an innovative Veteran owned and American-Made lifestyle apparel brand. Oscar Mike creates awesome sweatshirts, t-shirts, hats and even performance gear for both men and women. High quality, affordable and made by American hands, be sure to head over to Angry Americans merch page and get yours today. If you’re not angry, you’re not paying attention. But there are also good reasons to be happy and inspired. Download the new Angry Americans podcast for free here now. Then, join the Angry Americans newsletter to get free behind-the-scenes video of recent guests including Samantha Bee, Bob Woodruff, Bradley Whitford, Soledad O’Brien, Rachel Maddow, Ron Perman, Tulsi Gabbard and more. Angry Americans is connecting, uniting and empowering people of all backgrounds nationwide. It’s changing the podcasting landscape. And powered by Righteous Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
