Dworkin Weekly

Texas State Rep. James Talarico just announced today that he’s running for the US Senate, and he came on our show to spread the word. I hope you enjoy the interview! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dworkinsubstack.com/subscribe

As Trump continues to abuse his power in every way, I’ve got some great news to share with you today. I hope it gives you relief from the madness—you deserve it.AOC CONFRONTS CUOMOTRUMP REGIME HECKLEDNOBEL LAUREATE SLAMS KENNEDYBETO VS. PAXTONSHOW US THE EPSTEIN FILES This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dworkinsubstack.com/subscribe

I had the opportunity to have a conversation with US Sen. Alex Padilla. He shares his inspiring story, talks about what went down at that Noem press conference, and gives us all some words of motivation that you really don’t want to miss.Padilla also called our Contact Congress campaign the “real work of democracy,” saying that “every single [call and letter] matters.” And that’s why we’re contacting Senators and Reps. thousands of times per day. Along with our enormous social media campaigns. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dworkinsubstack.com/subscribe

I got the chance to catch up with my good friend and legendary activist Jess Craven from Chop Wood, Carry Water. She was on the ground this week in LA for the anti-Trump demonstrations, and has some crucial updates for anyone planning on attending protests—especially tomorrow.“I’ll never forget what this week has been like ... I feel deeply inspired by the love this community is showing,” Jess told me. “Tomorrow could be the largest protest in American history.” This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dworkinsubstack.com/subscribe

With all of the Trump regime’s chaos, I’m happy to share this inspiring, must-hear interview with journalist Aaron Parnas.We tackle the indictment of Rep. McIver, GOP attacks on Biden’s cancer diagnosis, and the very real threats Aaron faces for exposing the Trump regime’s corruption.Aaron explains why he refuses to back down to Trump—and shares an inspiring message for anyone feeling worn down by the constant madness. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dworkinsubstack.com/subscribe

“This is a moment where I’m hoping that people do feel the urgency,” award-winning writer, journalist, filmmaker, and professor Steven Beschloss told me when we met up for a live chat. He said everyone needs to do their part: “Whether it’s sending a letter, being kind to your neighbor—whether it’s protesting in the streets, or participating in a national strike.”Listen in and watch this awesome, all-new episode of The Dworkin Report, to hear exactly why things may be heading in that direction.We had a frank but uplifting conversation about the state of our nation that will both enlighten and inspire. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dworkinsubstack.com/subscribe

My good friend Joy Reid joined me for a candid conversation about what she’s been up to and the mayhem Donald Trump continues to unleash on America.We discussed the importance of standing up and speaking out—using our platform for good, no matter the cost. As Joy put it: “What’s the point of being a United States senator if you’re so scared of a primary that you can’t do the right thing? They know he’s crazy. They know he’s unhinged. They just don’t care—they’re chicken.”We also dove into the dangers of Trump’s anti-DEI crusade, which threatens to drag this country backward. Joy didn’t hold back as she exposed Trump for the disgrace he is, delivering an epic recap of his constant failures—stretching all the way back to the 1980s.We wrapped up with some truly inspiring words from Joy on how to stay positive and engaged during all this Trump-Musk chaos:“The reality is, we have to dig in for a potentially long haul ... but do something small. Do something that you can do ... and be joyful. Have some joy.”I hope you enjoy this episode of The Dworkin Report as much as I enjoyed the conversation. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dworkinsubstack.com/subscribe

Take a look at my live interview with American hero Michael Fanone. It is an unfiltered account of what happened on January 6th, what he thinks about Trump, and more. You won’t want to miss it. And we will include a writeup about it in tomorrow’s good news post, in case you prefer to read about it. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dworkinsubstack.com/subscribe

Legendary activist Jess Craven, the force behind Chop Wood Carry Water, is back for another inspiring, insightful conversation. We talked about Trump’s unhinged tariffs, the pulse of the resistance, and so much more.Join us for an uplifting and entertaining discussion, on what it’s going to take to overcome the damage being done by the Musk and Trump regime. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dworkinsubstack.com/subscribe

Today I had the opportunity to speak with Gay Valimont, the Democratic nominee running in the Florida special election to fill Matt Gaetz’s former House seat.In this extremely crucial race, Democrats have the fundraising advantage seven times over, and hope it’s enough to swing this extremely red district. A win for Valimont would eliminate the GOP’s already-slim majority, and potentially make for a colossal shift of power in Congress.Gay told me her very touching personal story, gave an update on the state of the race, and shared some inspiring words for everyone fighting back against Trump that you won’t want to miss. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dworkinsubstack.com/subscribe

In case you missed, check out the video from my first ever live good-news-briefing—where I highlight great stories that prove we’re not alone in this fight against tyranny.I thought it would be a good way for everyone to refresh after another long week of dealing with Musk and Trump’s nonsense. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dworkinsubstack.com/subscribe

Recently, I had the privilege of doing a live chat here on Substack with Anne Applebaum, the Pulitzer Prize-winning author and staff writer at The Atlantic. We discussed the alarming tyranny of the Trump Administration, as well as the glaring parallels with autocratic regimes throughout history.Applebaum warned: “Democracies often fail not with coups, but when elected leaders manipulate state institutions.” Applebaum also explained that Trump’s determination to politicize and weaponize the federal government is “how most democracies fail. Elected leaders unlevel the playing field, not with coups—but through manipulation.”We talked about Ukraine, Russian propaganda, and heard Anne’s unique perspective on today’s political upheaval. Applebaum also urged us to stay vigilant and proactive, saying: “Stay engaged. Call your Congressman, call your Senators … and make a plan to be involved in local politics.”I hope you enjoy it!All of our funding comes from our paid subscribers, right here on Substack. We don’t have outside investors, and we remain ad-free. So if you’re able, please join us as one today:Onward,ScottDon’t forget to like, re-stack and share this post! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dworkinsubstack.com/subscribe

On Monday I had the great pleasure of speaking with legendary activist Jessica Craven. It was beyond inspiring. Everyone should take the time to watch this, and get fired up about the fight ahead of us.One of my favorite moments was when Craven said: “Right, I'm a lib, you want to hate me, fine. For one second, take a break from the hate, which is just poisoning you, by the way. It's not hurting me. And look up at the people who have both of their shoes on our necks. And if we can join together in that fight…we can win. Because the many, is more powerful than the money.”We talked about Republican attempts to cut Medicaid, DOGE’s tyranny, and about the importance of fighting back in every way we can.Craven told me: “watching people find ways to fight back is incredibly inspiring. I believe in my people…We might have been a little slow to rouse ourselves, I think, because mostly we were just in shock. But I like what I'm seeing. And I expect to see a lot more of it.”And we aim to do just that. Each and every day we are taking on Trump, Musk, and DOGE. We’re running one of the largest contact Congress campaigns out there, and cutting through the noise to give you the the truth—with our daily positive news brief.All of our funding comes from our paid subscribers, right here on Substack. So if you haven’t yet, and you’re able, please join us as one today:Onward!Scott This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dworkinsubstack.com/subscribe

Last week I spoke with former federal prosecutor Glenn Kirschner, who recently left MSNBC to join Substack. Glenn shared how he’s still fighting back against Trump, and gave me his take on Pam Bondi, the Eric Adams case, and all of the ongoing maga madness.He told me: “Call all of your elected officials, write them, text them, email them. Do it early and often. Do it repeatedly. Everybody from your local city council to your US Senator, because pressure bursts pipes.” This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dworkinsubstack.com/subscribe

Yesterday I spoke with former US Rep. Beto O'Rourke, to get his take on everything that’s happening right now with the Trump and Musk madness.Beto gave me an update on his latest efforts, told me what he plans to do next, and urged our listeners to continue standing up, and making their voices heard.“Just put yourself in the mind of the generations to come,” Beto said. “Your great, great grandkids who are gonna be looking back at us, the people of 2025. And they're gonna say…‘what did you do? Did you just step back and let it happen...Did you wait for some cavalry to ride to our rescue? Or did you get up and get after it, and do whatever you could with what you had, where you were?’”I hope you enjoy! Also, all of our funding comes from our paid subscribers, right here on Substack. So if you haven’t yet, and you’re able, please join us as one today:Onward!ScottDon’t forget to like, re-stack, share this post, and leave a comment! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dworkinsubstack.com/subscribe

Today I spoke with former Trump lawyer Michael Cohen, to get his take on all of the latest madness with his old boss.Cohen talks about who he thinks is really in control between Trump, Elon, and Project 2025. He also shares his thoughts on what’s going to happen next, and why he decided to join Substack. You won’t want to miss this live conversation. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dworkinsubstack.com/subscribe

Just before the 2020 election, I had the honor and privilege of interviewing Martin Luther King, III. Though the nation was in a very different place then, it’s still pertinent today.You can listen to the full interview at the top of this page.Here are some highlights:About the importance of voting as a path to equality:“Again, I can't say enough why it's important for us to cast our votes. Why it's important for us to change those who are in the majority in the United States Senate. When more of us vote, then we elect different people to office, who understand and will represent and make sure that everyone is included, and no one is excluded.”“We have to work for change. We have to pray for change. We have to be the change. And if love is not yet won, then the victory is not yet won.”On the damage done to America by Trump:“(Trump) stokes. It's almost like a fire exists, and instead of putting water on it to suppress the fire, you put lighter fluid on it to make it even more. And that's his rhetoric does that. And it creates that climate all over.”“(Trump’s) not talking about peace at all. And so it's no wonder everyone is acting crazy because you have leadership at the top that is not exhibiting strong, stable, unifying leadership.”“(Trump) has done everything he can to divide our nation. To segregate our nation. President Obama was a bridge builder. (The Trump) Administration is basically not a bridge builder, but they are building walls to separate and segregate people.”On the American Spirit:“What we find in the American spirit is people come wanting to help. They don't ask you if you're a Democrat, if you're Republican, or if you're independent, they don’t ask you if you're gay or straight. They don't ask you if you're Christian or Muslim or Hindu or Buddhist or Jewish. They just want to help you get out of that tragic condition and help you move to another level…That's the heart that exists within the human spirit of Americans. And that's what we have to constantly figure out, how do we elevate that all the time? So that humankind treats humankind with humanity, with justice, with dignity, with respect.That's what my father would want. That's what my mother would want. That's what I want for our country and my daughter and generations yet unborn.”Like I said—inspirational.Onward,ScottAll of our work is funded by our paid subscribers, so if you haven’t yet, please join us as one today:What are your thoughts and hopes for our future?This podcast episode was produced by the legendary Grant Stern. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dworkinsubstack.com/subscribe

Thanks so much to everyone who joined my live video chat with Allison Gill aka MuellerSheWrote earlier this week.We talked about the new post-election reality, and what we’re doing to fight back against Trump and corporate media. We also answered some questions from the live comments.Allison is a powerhouse, and I’m proud she’s a part of our Watchdog Coalition. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dworkinsubstack.com/subscribe

With only one day left before the election, here’s everything you need to know.Find out how Kamala’s campaign continues to dominate the ground game, and hear about all the ways we are gearing up to push back against corporate media after the election. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dworkinsubstack.com/subscribe

We’re back with another live update for you. Find out how Kamala’s campaign is dominating the ground game, and Trump’s operation is falling flat.We’ll be doing these live videos every day until the election, where we’ll take questions and tell you what Kamala and crew are up to today.Watch the video, get fired up, and let’s go finish the job strong. Be sure to join us for our live video tomorrow, if you’re able. Use the hashtag #VoteEarlyForDemocrats today. Yesterday’s effort had over a billion impressions!If you appreciate our work, and haven’t done it already, please consider signing up as a paid subscriber today.You’ll be supporting real actions, making a big impact. And it unlocks exclusive member benefits, and our entire archive of content. https://www.dworkinsubstack.com/subscribe This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.dworkinsubstack.com/subscribe