The Bob Cesca Show

Jody and David's reaction to Joe Biden's decision. President Biden's remarks from the Oval Office. The new Harris campaign ad featuring Beyonce. What about Gov. Tim Walz for VP? Record smashing surge in volunteers for the Harris campaign. JD Vance is part of the Cult of the Child. Did JD Vance eff a couch? Donald Trump is terrified. Elon Musk reneged on his pledge to give Trump $45M per month. Elon Musk in studio. Elon vs his own child. Eff you, Wall Street Journal. The Biden-Harris GDP exceeds expectations. With Jody Hamilton, David Ferguson, music by Pure Flow, Marina Rocks, and more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

You might know Christopher from his popular social media website Spoutible – don't forget the app available everywhere. He also accurately forecasted the 2018, 2020, and 2022 elections -- and every election since he began doing that. Today we discussed the state of the presidential campaign, the rise of Kamala Harris and the departure of Joe Biden, plus the Republican reaction, the polls, and more. So stick around for today's episode. Meantime, make sure to support this podcast by subscribing at patreon.com/bobcescashow. Music by Pride Fails.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Our coverage of the Kamala Harris campaign for president begins today. Joe Biden put country over his personal ambitions. History will remember Biden as a truly great president. Feels a lot like Obama 2008. The vice president raised more money in two days than any presidential candidate in history. Energy and unity is off the charts. The vice president's remarks in Delaware. Trump and the Republicans are terrified. Will they replace JD Vance? Vance's super awkward comments about Mountain Dew and racism. The Fox News reactions. Stephan Miller's meltdown. Early polling looks strong. With Buzz Burbank, music by Well-Known Strangers, Logan Piercey, and more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

President Biden has COVID now. The effort to get the president to step down is astroturfed. The wealthy donor class's soft coup. Barack Obama reportedly wants Biden to step down. What happens if Biden steps aside? Biden's medical records are out and he's in great shape. The message to older Americans. The RNC continues. Trump keeps falling asleep. Why is Trump preventing doctors from discussing his injury? Matt Gaetz's Botox accident. Trump and Hulk Hogan speak tonight. Van Jones is the dumbest man on TV. There is no pivot. With Jody Hamilton, David Ferguson, music by Rebel Queens, Michael McDermott, and more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Author and journalist Joe Conason has a new book out called The Longest Con: How Grifters, Swindlers, and Frauds Hijacked American Conservatism, which tells the harrowing story of how 70 years of scams and propaganda has dragged us so dangerously close to authoritarian fascism. It's such an important volume for many reasons, especially because it provided context in a time when people tend to forget the past. Meantime, don't forget to support this podcast by subscribing at patreon.com/bobcescashow. Music by Paul Melancon.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The apparent assassination attempt against Trump. Why haven't we heard from the doctors about his injured ear? Trump's call with RFK Jr. Trump urged his supporters to "fight." Violent rhetoric is not a both sides thing. Republicans including JD Vance blamed Biden for the shooting. What was the shooter's motive? Republican horrendousness from the memory hole. Melania's response. The press reaction. The Republican convention begins. Trump picks JPJD Mandel as his running mate because he tried to have the previous guy hanged. American Hitler. Stuart Stevens on JD Vance. Trump fell asleep at the convention. Judge Cannon dismisses the documents case. Jack Smith will appeal. The Lester Holt interview with the president. With Buzz Burbank, music by Young Gun Silver Fox, Dave Molter, and more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

No sentencing today for Trump in NYC. Mary Trump and Bob at Star Trek Las Vegas. The tide is turning in the aftermath of the CNN debate. Study shows the debate had no impact on voter preferences. The NYT ignored Trump's pro-Russia threats against NATO. Biden and the AFL-CIO. Biden's NATO remarks versus Trump's rally nonsense. The 538 forecast shows a dead heat. There is no bloodbath. Trump caught by Gay Furry Hackers lying about Project 2025. Trump's racist dog-whistles about Kamala Harris. Incredible news on wages and inflation. Democrats call for a special counsel investigation of Clarence Thomas. With Jody Hamilton, David Ferguson, music by Gabe Fleck, Quivver, and more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tristan Snell is the author of Taking Down Trump and a regular contributor to the Stephanie Miller Show. This time, we talked about the unprecedented attempt to force President Biden to step aside after the CNN debate two weeks ago. We also discussed the atrocious news media coverage including the New York Times's false reporting about a Parkinson's doctor visiting the White House. Follow Tristan's Substack. Meantime, make sure to support the show by subscribing at patreon.com/bobcescashow. Music by ALEX and Megan McDuffee.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We're back from the break with all new episodes. Our coverage of the debate aftermath continues. Bob's list of possible ways this could work out well for Joe Biden. The pundit pile-on and the engagement and clicks motive. There's no successful precedent for replacing the nominee. Pundits might be doing more damage to Biden than the debate itself. One Biden thing elevated to the same level of scrutiny as thousands of Trump things. The immunity decision and the Dobbs decision will generate more votes against Trump. Questions for the press about Trump's medical status. With Buzz Burbank, music by Coral Gables, Jam N' Slate, and more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

No shows next week. Thanks to everyone for your support! Carol Burnett's big day. Bob's prank call to Larry King. Our preview of tonight's presidential debate. Fact checking Trump after the debate is pointless. Republicans continue their lies about Biden and cocaine. People over 70 and stimulants. More evidence Trump will skyrocket inflation. The ouroboros of bullshit. Republicans want to end no-fault divorce, and why that's bad for women. With Jody Hamilton, David Ferguson, music by Jesse Terry, Circe Link and Paul Melancon, and more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As you'll hear on the show, my Dad died today. A big thank you to my friend Joanne Carducci, JoJo from Jerz, for hanging out with me as I work through all the emotions. We also talked about this week's debate, Project 2025, our romantic view of the White House, and more! And do me a favor -- stick around for a wonderful song by Michael McDermott about Dads and Sons -- not every line is appropriate but the sentiment absolutely fits. This version of "Shadow in the Window" was a live performance recorded on this podcast the last time I talked with Michael. Meantime, please support this podcast by joining us at patreon.com/bobcescashow.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Will Trump show up for Thursday's debate? Good news in the polls. Trump joked about the Nazi gas chambers, and floated the idea of forcing migrants to fight each other in cages. The news media spent way more time covering Biden's age than Trump's. Sharks vs Boats Part 2. CEOs are supporting Biden over Trump due to Trump's inflationary policies. JD Vance loves dictators. Chip Roy wants to deport Democrats. Infowars will be shut down and sold for parts. Kaitlan Collins for the win. With Buzz Burbank, music by Battle Tapes, Emily McCrite, and more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jody's Mom's big day in Hollywood! A programming note about this week's After Party. Lawrence O'Donnell talked about Trump's insane tariff plan on last night's show. How regressive is Trump's proposal? And is Bob a fear-monger? The Republicans blocked the bump stock ban in the Senate, as predicted. Trump's former spiritual adviser raped a 12-year-old before being hired by Trump. The Fox News poll is great news, but don't get happy. Lauren Windsor caught Roger Stone on video. The collapse of Troth Senchul. With David Ferguson, music by Substance Abuse, Betsy Ade and the Well-Known Strangers, and more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

You might know Tara from her book, The Sound of Settling, or from her appearances on Hal Sparks Megaworldwide and from her regular appearances on this show. Today was a free-wheeling conversation about everything from the polls to breaking through the political news media's malpractice to a particularly gross story about Lindsey Graham, and more! By the way, there are some annoying audio issues in the first 15 minutes or so, but I think we worked them out, so bear that in mind. Meantime, you can support this podcast by subscribing at patreon.com/bobcescashow.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Trump called Ronny Jackson "Ronny Johnson" -- twice. How Trump plans to make prices skyrocket. If you or anyone you know is planning on voting against Biden because of prices, you need to listen up. Trump's tariffs, mass deportations, and de-regulatory policies will spike inflation and potentially crash the economy -- the exact opposite of what many voters mistakenly believe. "Biden is Old" is the new "Hillary is Dying." Fox News and the NY Post used "cheapfakes" to make Biden seem decrepit. Why Trump is far worse. Trump repeatedly called for his own staffers to be executed. The MAGA war against online porn is underway. Many states will ban it starting July 1. Steve Bannon headling for the Orange Is The New Black prison. With Buzz Burbank, music by Young Gun Silver Fox, Gin, Chocolate & Bottle Rockets, and more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Confusion about Elon's new "Like" policy on Twitter. Trump returned to the scene of the crime today. Trump says Milwaukee is a "horrible city." The Supreme Court decides not to ban mifepristone...for now. Huge article in The Atlantic shows Trump's policies will greatly worsen inflation. Trump wants to replace the income tax with tariffs. Why this is a terrible idea. Why hasn't Trump's bail been revoked? MAGA wants raw milk and bird flu, apparently. Huge news out the Ohio 6th special election. How the "Biden Is Old" meme is self-reinforced by the press. Trump might have to appear at the convention from Mar-a-lago. With Jody Hamilton, David Ferguson, music by Cougar The Tiger, Michael McDermott, and more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

My friend Donna returns to the show following the 50th anniversary of her historic airing of Rush's "Working Man" on WMMS in Cleveland, introducing the band to American fans. She's also a media historian, author, and radio consultant. We talked about the Hunter Biden verdict, more downsides and upsides of AI, some radio history, the Wall Street Journal's latest "Biden is old" screed, some Rush talk as always, and so much more. Read Donna's blog and follow her on Twitter. Meantime, you can support this podcast by subscribing at patreon.com/bobcescashow. Music by The Wildwoods.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Trump met with his probation officer. Hunter Biden found guilty on gun possession charges.The president pledges not to pardon his son. Two more articles about Biden's age, and how Sinclair Broadcast Group circulated the story as factual. The self-debunked juror cousin hoax is still being circulated by Trump and MAGA. Lauren Windsor captures Sam Alito saying he supports uncompromising Christian theocracy. John Roberts tells Lauren Windsor we're not a Christian nation. Most Americans don't know about Project 2025. Rudy Giuliani's new mugshot is here. With Buzz Burbank, music by The Wildwoods, Mia Montenegro, and more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Steve Bannon ordered to report to prison on July 1. Bannon's lice are powerful. The possibility of a stay during appeal. The 80th anniversary of D-Day and the importance of protecting democracy in this election. Where's Donald? Senate Republicans filibustered legislation to protect contraception. Republicans flip-flop on support for criminals being president. Trump described himself as a political prisoner. Trump's deal with Putin to keep Evan Gershkovich in prison. Trump's frothy saliva. The VP short list is here. Joe Rogan says rappers like Trump because he's a criminal. Nikki Haley's latest primary results. Dinesh D'Souza is a D'ummy. With Jody Hamilton, David Ferguson, music by Jody Hamilton and Lonny Paul, Kaz, and more!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's Cliff Schecter Day again on the podcast. You might know Cliff from the Stephanie Miller Show, the Mary Trump Show, his YouTube channel called Cliff's Edge, and his monthly appearances on this show. Today we spent a lot of time talking about the news media's malpractice and how that's influencing voters to prioritize the wrong things, plus a little Star Wars discussion in there, too, and a whole lot more. Meantime, you can support this podcast by subscribing at patreon.com/bobcescashow. Music by The Metal Byrds.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.