No president since FDR has been reelected with unemployment at the levels the United States is seeing today. So that mean Obama is in trouble? Is the recession ever going to end? Johnny Angel talks to economist Johnny Venom. Check it out after the jump.
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SFBG Radio: The drug war and kids
It’s fine to belive that drugs ought to be legal — but how do you talk to your kids about it? Johnny and Tim have a lively discussion after the break.
KidsNDrugs by endorsements2010SFBG Radio: Is college worthless?
Is college worthless? Too expensive? One of the founders of PayPal thinks so, and he’s paying kids to drop out. Johnny thinks — well, maybe. Tim thinks that’s completely ridiculous. Plus: a rant on American Idol. Check it out after the jump.
SFBG Radio: The hopeless GOP hopefuls
Is there anyone in the Republican presidential field who can actually win both the primaries and the general election? Could we be facing another Texas governor trying for the White House? Check out the discussion after the jump.
SFBG Radio: Do you get a Rapture Mulligan?
Gee, what happens if the Rapture doesn’t come about? Does the crackpot behind all of this hype (who runs a $73 million operation) get another crack at it? Johnny and Tim discuss the end of the world after the jump.
sfbgradio5202011 by endorsements2010SFBG Radio: Do we care about Arnold’s affair?
Of course not, it’s none of our business, but we still talk about it for ten minutes. Johnny thinks the guy’s career has terminated; Tim thinks he’s angling for a movie comeback. Listen after the jump.
SFBG Radio: Is San Francisco un-American?
The last car dealership selling U.S.-made vehicles has closed in San Francisco, and Johnny wonders: Is this yet another reason for people to think San Francisco is unAmerican? (I don’t think so. Although I do hate America right now. Listen to me tell him why after the jump).
SFhatesAmerica by endorsements2010SFBG Radio: The politics of the debt ceiling
Today, Johnny and Johnny talk about the economics and politics of the debt ceiling — and what happens if the Republicans get their way and Congress refuses to raise it. Listen after the jump.
DebtAgain by endorsements2010Is Steven Tyler a corporate sellout?
Steven Tyler’s gone from bad-boy rocker (of sorts) to hair band frontman … and now to American Idol judge. He’s got an autobiography. He’s on the cover of Rolling Stone and People. And his albums are selling again. Is he yet another example of a rock star selling out in his golden years? Is that inevitable? Johnny and Tim discuss after the jump.
sfbgradio5/11/2011 by endorsements2010SFBG Radio: can anyone stop the oil companies?
Johnny thinks the oil industry is on its last legs, that everyone hates the oil companies right now, that Obama wants to get rid of their tax breaks — and that solar tech will soon render them little more than burned out hulks. Tim thinks the industry is still so powerful that nothing is going to change in Washington. Check out the Great Oil Debate after the break.
I HateOilCompanies by endorsements2010SFBG Radio: The economy gets a C+
Today Johnny and Johnny talk about the new jobs figures — and why the economic growth really only merits a C+. Check it out after the jump.
SFBG Radio: Bin Laden, Pakistan and the ongoing wars
In today’s episode, we continue the discussion of Bin Laden and Pakistan: Now that it’s clear that OBL wasn’t in Afghanistan or Iraq, can we please leave? Did Bush let OBL live to keep the threat alive and justify his military adventures? Check it out after the jump.
sfbgradio5/4/2011 by endorsements2010SFBG Radio: Are we done with Afghanistan?
Today Johnny and Johnny talk about whether the death of Osama Bin Laden will lead to the end of the war in Afghanistan — and the regional implications. Listen after the jump.
BinLadenDead1 by endorsements2010SFBG Radio: Why are gas prices really so high?
What’s the real reason gas prices are so high? Our distinguished guests discuss after the jump.
SFBG Radio: Why privatization doesn’t work
Today, Johnny A. and Johnny V. talk about why privatization and outsourcing don’t work for local government. Tune in and check it out after the jump.
OutsourcingBlows by endorsements2010SFBG Radio: The weird cult of Ayn Rand
Today Johnny V. and Johnny A. talk about recall elections in Wisconsin, revolts against tax cuts for the rich — and why it is that Republican nuts are so enamoured of Ayn Rand. Listen after the jump.
SFBG Radio: US bond ratings and federalism
What does it mean that the bond rating agencies are considering downgrading U.S. government debt? Is another financial crisis on the way — and is there a progressive vision of returning some federal powers to the states? Johnny Angel and Johnny Venom discuss after the break.
sfbgradio4192011 by endorsements2010SFBG Radio: Why is Donald Trump leading the polls?
what does it mean when Donald Trump leads all of the Republican candidates in the newest polls? Johnny and Tim discuss after the jump.
SFBG Radio: Deborah Iyall
Today, Johnny has a special guest, Deborah Iyall, formerly of Romeo Void, who talks about how she was forced out of SF by the dot-com boom, her new band and how the hell they made the drums and bass so loud on “Never Say Never.” Listen after the jump.
DeborahIyall by endorsements2010SFBG Radio: Obama is no Chicago politician
If Barack Obama has his roots in Chicago poltiics — where people play for keeps — why is he such a candyass who gets rolled by an orange-faced guy who’s half in the bag? Johnny Angel and Johny Venom discuss after the break.
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SFBG Radio: Parents gone wild
In today’s episode, Johhny takes a break from budget politics to talk about crazy parents and youth sports. Imagine: Johnny Angel, peaceful soccer dad. Next, the minivan. Listen after the jump.
sfbgradio492011 by endorsements2010SFBG Radio: If the government shuts down
What will happen if the federal government shuts down, and 800,000 people lose their jobs, and basic services ground to a halt — and how long will this nasty game last? Johnny Angel and Johnny Venom discuss the implications after the jump.
sfbgradio462011 by endorsements2010SFBG Radio: Will Obama be re-elected?
Will Obama be re-elected in 2012? Will you want to work for him, or give him money, or vote for him? Johnny and Tim talk about the future of the president. Listen after the jump.
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SFBG Radio: Right-wing talk runs America
Why does a member of Congress from Virginia get away with something as stupid as a bill to put the words “In God We Trust” on every public school? It’s all about right-wing radio. Listen to Johnny expound after the jump.
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