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The Bob Cesca Show | Politics Podcast, News & Commentary
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The Bob Cesca Show is a politics podcast covering political news, current events, and liberal commentary on today’s biggest stories. Hosted by Bob Cesca, the show breaks down Trump-era politics, elections, media, and democracy with sharp analysis and humor. Bob Cesca is a contributor to the Stephanie Miller Show and the John Fugelsang Show, co-host of Trek Politics with Mary Trump, and a writer for The Banter newsletter. Support the show at bobcescashow.com.
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Buzz Burbank Day
Mar 401:24:44Tap to summarizeIf you're new to the podcast, I first met Buzz in 1993 when I interned for both him and the Don & Mike Show, then we co-hosted the Tuesday episodes of this show from 2017 through 2024, and now Buzz is a Wednesday regular. Today we talked about Iran, the Epstein Files, the lawsuit against Trump National Golf Club in New Jersey, we talked about the Actor Awards and some of our favorite TV shows and movies, and so much more. Stick around for this one. Oh, and make sure to subscribe to Buzz's Substack at michaeljelstonbuzz.substack.com. Meantime, make sure to support this podcast at patreon.com/bobcescashow. Music by the Natalie Cortez Band.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Little Captain Hemorrhoid
Mar 301:06:27Tap to summarizeDonald's War in Iran. This is entirely because Donald hates Barack Obama and so he tore up the JCPOA. The Pentagon told Congress there was no imminent threat from Iran. The bombing of a girls' school in Minab and the Elon Musk fueled disinformation campaign about it. Marines shot protesters in Pakistan. Oil prices are predictability rising as the Dow falls. Tiny Trump on why Americans weren't evacuated. You were warned: MAGA fanboys who are pissed about the war in Iran. Donald's neck looks painful and we're here for it. Hillary's deposition in the House Oversight Committee. With Jody Hamilton, David Ferguson, music by Richard Turgeon, The Husht, and more! Brought to you by Russ Rybicki, SharePower Responsible Investing. Support our new sponsor and get free shipping at Quince.com/bob ! Sign up for Buzz Burbank's Substack.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Wellness Influencer
Feb 2601:00:32Tap to summarizeThe State of the Union was nightmarishly damaging. A word about crime and liberty. Donald's allegedly "roaring economy." The true story of Sage Blair. Why we can't abandon the trans community. New anti-trans law in Kansas. Donald stole another Democratic accomplishment and claimed it's his own. Hillary Clinton testified about Jeffrey Epstein. Jim Comer might subpoena Howard Lutnick. The Trump oligarchs are withholding Medicaid funds from Minnesota. Trump nominated a wellness influencer to be Surgeon General. Donald's latest scam to undermine the ACA and make healthcare more expensive. With Jody Hamilton, David Ferguson, music by Freekbass, Brother Dynamite, and more! Brought to you by Russ Rybicki, SharePower Responsible Investing. Support our new sponsor and get free shipping at Quince.com/bob ! Sign up for Buzz Burbank's Substack.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Driftglass Day
Feb 2501:09:02Tap to summarizeYou know Driftglass from the Professional Left Podcast – proleftpod.com – with his wife and co-host Blue Gal. He's also a regular on our Wednesday shows, and one of the smartest podcasters around. Today we talked about the State of the Union and some of the reasons why too many Americans believe what happened last night is perfectly normal. And if you value independent media, make sure to support the Professional Left Podcast at patreon.com/proleftpod. Meantime, make sure to support this podcast at patreon.com/bobcescashow. Music by James Lee Stanley.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →You Need A Jacket In Space
Feb 2401:03:53Tap to summarizeBreaking News about the Epstein Files. The coverup continues. Donald's alleged assault of a 13-year-old posted then deleted. Trump FBI told NYPD to stand down Epstein investigation, circa 2019. Peter Attia is officially leaving CBS News over his relationship with Epstein. ”The Epstein Administration”. Another creepy Republican predator. We found actual election fraud. Trump is right! The Virginia gerrymander referendum is moving forward. Trump DOD cuts deal with Elon Musk's child porn AI platform. Would-be assassin was MAGA. US military presence grows ahead of possible Iran attack. "Raisin Caine" is covering his ass. Good news about Jeanine Pirro and Donald's approval polling numbers. With Jody Hamilton, David Ferguson, music by Matt Jaffe, James Lee Stanley, and more! Brought to you by Russ Rybicki, SharePower Responsible Investing. Support our new sponsor and get free shipping at Quince.com/bob ! Sign up for Buzz Burbank's Substack.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Who Does Number Two Work For?
Feb 1901:06:26Tap to summarizeThat super gross Kid Rock RFK workout video. State of the Union next Tuesday and the Democrats are planning a boycott. Eff you, Susan Collins for planning to vote for the SAVE Act. Voter fraud doesn't exist! The alleged sex criminal formerly known as Prince Andrew was arrested. Kevin Hassett threatens to discipline NY Fed staffers who told the truth about tariffs. Despite Donald's tariffs, the trade deficit hit a record high last year. The new U2 protest song. Donald considering war against Iran. Again. Study shows X algorithms make users more conservative. With Jody Hamilton, David Ferguson, music by Feed Your Wolves, Powder Pink and Sweet, and more! Brought to you by Russ Rybicki, SharePower Responsible Investing. Support our new sponsor and get free shipping at Quince.com/bob ! Sign up for Buzz Burbank's Substack.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Tim Russ Returns!
Feb 1801:05:39Tap to summarizeYou might know Tim as Tuvok from Star Trek Voyager and Picard Season 3. He has recently appeared on Poker Face with Natasha Lyonne, he's been on NCIS, and Suits on Netflix. He's also an astronomer and a musician -- his band The Tim Russ Crew is performing again at the Kibitz Room in LA on Friday March 13. Go to timrusswebpage.com for more. And perhaps most importantly, we broke some news today about whether he'll be reprising his role in the forthcoming sequel to Spaceballs. Meantime, make sure to support this podcast at patreon.com/bobcescashow. Music by the John Payton Project.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Smug Bowling Pin Brendan Carr
Feb 1701:17:07Tap to summarizeSafe home, Jesse Jackson. Big Tech firms turned over user information on anti-ICE accounts. The Trump regime and CBS tries to silence Stephen Colbert again. The Justice Department tracked the search histories of lawmakers who reviewed the files from the Jeffrey Epstein investigation. DOJ may have only released 2-percent of Epstein Files. Weird thing in the Epstein documents. Don't panic about the midterms. Billionaires got $1.5 trillion richer in 2025. Microsoft CEO forecasts the end of white collar jobs. Mortgage delinquencies on the rise. Fascist Russ Vought is using USAID money for personal security. Cenk's latest cynical attention grab. Great news about the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact. Donald's numbers are collapsing. Great polling news out of Texas. With Jody Hamilton, David Ferguson, music by Keturah Allgood, The John Payton Project, and more! Brought to you by Russ Rybicki, SharePower Responsible Investing. Support our new sponsor and get free shipping at Quince.com/bob ! Sign up for Buzz Burbank's Substack.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Third Reich Bannon
Oct 30Tap to summarizeGood day and welcome to day 30 of the MAGA government shutdown. Donald continues to screw his own people. The government shutdown will reduce U.S. economic output by up to $14 billion. Donald ordered nuclear tests. Sleep tight, America. This might be another thing he blurts that goes nowhere. DOJ has indicted Kat Abughazaleh. Ken Paxton is suing Tylenol. Mark Levin joins Roger Stone in condemning Bannon's third term remarks. Donald is in deep trouble with independent voters. Most Americans oppose the demolition of the East Wing. With Jody Hamilton, David Ferguson, music by Divided Heaven, Will Kimbrough, and more! Brought to you by Russ Rybicki, AIF®, CRC®, CSRIC™ Socially & Environmentally Responsible Investing: SRIguy.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Transcribe →Plenary Authority
Oct 901:14:13Tap to summarizeGovernment Shutdown Day 8. The Israel-Hamas deal is just the Biden deal from 10 months ago. How many people died because Donald hates Biden? Anthony Blinken's reaction. Only 22% of Americans think Donald deserves the Nobel Peace Prize. No, Jack Smith did NOT wiretap Republican members of Congress. Tiny Trump says he ended free speech. What happened to Stephen Miller on CNN? Anti-fascism expert blocked from leaving the US. ICE shot a priest in the head with a pepper ball. Donald is strongly considering using the Insurrection Act. Jimmy Kimmel on Donald's birthday card for Epstein. With Jody Hamilton, David Ferguson, music by Elijah Bone, Antiquity, and more! Brought to you by Russ Rybicki, AIF®, CRC®, CSRIC™ Socially & Environmentally Responsible Investing: SRIguy.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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