Episode

5/30 Casual Friday: Cliff Schecter, Film Guy Matthew Weiss & a Surprise Guest

May 30, 2014

Political strategist Cliff Schecter explains the enduring power of gun myths, the absurd arguments that gun fanatics make against gun control, the domestic arms industry, tobacco and global warming denial, why Mitch McConnell is running scared on Obamacare, how he is lying about and how Democrats should campaign against corporate bureaucracy.

Film Guy Matthew Weiss, discusses the Kickstarter campaign for Teachers Lounge, suggested that we watch the Japanese film, Street of Shameand he explains why Game of Thrones is so good.

Our surprise celebrity guest joins us with some big news you do not want to miss and your IMs.

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