PODCAST
I've Got Issues
by Wayne Besen
Politics, Sex, and Religion… And More POLITICS!
Episodes
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June 20th 2015 – I’ve Got Issues w/ Wayne Besen: South Carolina, The Rebel Flag, and a culture of hate.
On this week’s show: We review the tragedy that occurred this week in South Carolina, and take a little trip back in time to look at the GOP, code words, and the south. Also, We are joined by Derek Washington, the chairman of the Black Democratic Empowerment Project as well as Molly Worthen, a...
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June 13th 2015 – I’ve Got Issues w/ Wayne Besen
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March 14th 2015 – I’ve Got Issues: Wayne is back from the Funny Farm, aka Florida and just in time for St. Patrick’s Day.
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March 7th 2015 – I’ve Got Issues: Hillary Clinton, You’ve Got Mail
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February 28th 2015 – I’ve Got Issues: Rahm has a Run-off on his hands, and CPAC welcomes the nuts out to play.
Want to be a part of the show? Listen Live and call in to make your opinion heard. Call 773.763.9278 every Saturday from 4-6pm (CST), I’ve Got Issues can be found on “Chicago’s Progressive Talk” WCPT AM & FM and always at WayneBesen.com.
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February 21st 2015 – I’ve Got Issues: We talk about the upcoming Chicago Elections, and Rudy Giuliani has gone after President Obama again.
Want to be a part of the show? Listen Live and call in to make your opinion heard. Call 773.763.9278 every Saturday from 4-6pm (CST), I’ve Got Issues can be found on “Chicago’s Progressive Talk” WCPT AM & FM and always at WayneBesen.com.
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February 14th 2015 – I’ve Got Issues w/ Wayne Besen:
Want to be a part of the show? Listen Live and call in to make your opinion heard. Call 773.763.9278 every Saturday from 4-6pm (CST), I’ve Got Issues can be found on “Chicago’s Progressive Talk” WCPT AM & FM and always atWayneBesen.com.
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February 7th 2015 – I’ve Got Issues: Brian Williams is under fire, for claiming to have been under fire, we get your take. Are men like Bobby Jindal, Rick Scott and Bruce Rauner blocking progress in their states? You decide.
Want to be a part of the show? Listen Live and call in to make your opinion heard. Call 773.763.9278 every Saturday from 4-6pm (CST), I’ve Got Issues can be found on “Chicago’s Progressive Talk” WCPT AM & FM and always at WayneBesen.com.
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January 17th 2015 – I’ve Got Issues: Republican rhetoric, Free Speech, and news on Global Warming
On this weeks show we will talk about the issues of Mitch McConnell and some of his colleagues taking full credit for the rebound of consumer confidence and the economy this week. Amazing… they were able to make so much headway in a matter of hours, while at the same time claiming that all Obama...
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January 03 2015 – I’ve Got Issues: The Obama Museum Debate continues, and sadly we mourn the passing of 3 term New York Governor Mario Cuomo.
A New Show for a New Year, and you know I’ve Got Issues! We start off the program with the debate stewing in Chicago about possible locations for the Obama Presidential Library and The Burnham Plan, which has been the design plan in place to protect the Chicago Lakefront from over-development for...
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December 20th, 2014
This week we are talking about the battle between Sony and North Korean hackers over the satirical new film “The Interview” starring James Franco and Seth Rogen… The hackers have threatened so called “9/11 style attacks” on theaters whom planned to promote and show the film. Was this a legitimate...
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December 6, 2014 – Wayne Discusses Injustice in America and Excessive Use of Force in Policing.
Today we focus on the InJustice System in America. Multiple Police Officers were filmed Choking suspected loose cigarette salesman Eric Gardner. Officers we caught on film violating multiple police procedures on a man who seemed to be mostly compliant, for an offense that should have warranted a...
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November 29,2014 – The Lucas Museum, Friends of Parks, and Ferguson
Wayne is recovering from a per Thanksgiving virus of some kind, but with the help of a team of strapping young Obamacare funded doctors, and support from the listeners, he was able bodied enough to make it through today’s show! The main focus of today’s show was on recent disputes in Chicago over...
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November 22, 2014 – Wayne Discusses Immigration and Bill Cosby.
On today’s show we focus on the Presidents use of executive authority to do what congress wouldn’t, by allowing 3 years of safe passage to immigrants who have been here longer than 5 years, as well as parents with children born in this country, to stay without fear of deportation. We go to the...
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November 15, 2014 — Wayne Discusses Big Immigration Showdown in DC; Cool New Catholic Archbishop in Chicago; Democrats Message Fail
In this week’s episode, Wayne discusses Obama’s looming showdown with Republicans over immigration. He also talks about Chicago’s new archbishop and how it is a slap in the face for Catholic conservatives.
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November 8, 2014 – Election Recap, Supreme Court and Healthcare, More Troops going to Iraq
On this show we’ll discuss this past weeks elections and how republicans just took over not only both houses of congress, but also a majority of state governments. We’ll also discuss how the Supreme Court just took up another case on healthcare and how the conservative majority may just be…
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November 1, 2014 – Illinois Governors Race and Elections, Elections, Elections
Today on the show, Wayne will get your input on the upcoming Governors Race in Illinois, and take a look at some of the other races going on around the country.
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October 25, 2014 – Wayne Besen Discusses the Illinois Governor’s Race
On This Weeks Show: The midterm elections are just over a week away, and with the important decisions you have to make as a voter we want to hear from you. This week Wayne will devote the whole show to your calls. What do you think about the Illinois Governors Race, and the recent Sun Times...
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October 18, 2014 – WCPT Get Out the Vote Rally with Wayne Besen and Dick Kay
Live From Piasans Pizzeria & Bar in Berwyn, Dick Kay and Wayne Besen bring you Pizza & Politics: a 2014 Get Out The Vote Rally. They are joined by a number of state & local politicians, including Governor Pat Quinn in the 2pm hour. Check out Piasans Pizzeria & Bar at www. PaisansPizza.com
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October 11, 2015 – Microsoft’s CEO, The Airlines, Fracking, and More
On this week’s show, Wayne discusses a massive slip by Microsoft’s CEO, the airlines, their rising costs, and tactics for fighting back. Additionally, Wayne welcomes a special guest on this week’s show. Enjoy this week’s show.
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October 4, 2014 – Upcoming Elections & The Obama Economy
On this weeks show: Wayne talks about the November elections, and the importance of voting. Wayne is back from Bedford, PA where he was fighting the good fight. The Obama Economy has bolstered just in time for the Midterm elections, jobs numbers are up for 55 weeks (the most on record.) Don’t...
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September 20, 2014 – President Obama’s Position on ISIS, Roger Goodell, and The Phrase “So Help Me God”
On Today’s Show: Wayne just flew back in from Burlington, VA and can’t wait to get back to the issues. Isis – The President has established that we will take on Isis in a mostly outsourced military action plan. What do you think? Is this the right move…Is there a right move? 773.763.9278 Roger...
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September 13, 2014 – Bruce Rauner, Pat Quinn, and the Islamic State
On Today’s Show: Dick Kay joins us for the first few breaks to talk about Bruce Rauner, and Pat Quinn as well as the pizza and politics event Dick and Wayne will be hosting at Paisans Pizzeria & Bar in Berwyn. We will hear snippets of President Obama’s speech on ISIL, and get your input on our...
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September 7, 2014 – Wayne Besen Discusses Fast Food Strikes, Minimum Wage and More
On the show today, its all about you. Wayne will take to the phones to hear what you think on the minimum wage, President Obama, The upcoming elections, Joan Rivers death and much more. Want to get in on the action? Listen live every Saturday from 4-6pm CT, and give Wayne a call at 773.763.9278...
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August 30, 2014 – Wayne Besen Broadcasts Live From SideTrack
On this edition of I’ve Got Issues, Wayne is broadcasting live at SideTrack on Halsted Street In Chicago. Wayne takes your calls, talks about Obama and Russia, discomfort at 30,000 feet and much much more with special guests Mike Rogers of RawStory and Victor Salvo of The Legacy Project. All this...
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August 16, 2014 – A Discussion of the Protests In Missouri
This weeks show carries on the discussion of the Missouri shooting of a young, unarmed 18-year-old African-American man, who was shot by white police officer Darren Wilson. The city of Ferguson, and the surrounding areas have seen protests, and rioting and looting, and in response, city and…
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August 9, 2014 – Wayne Besen talks Iraq and ISIS and Welcomes Special Guest John Breyault to discuss cyber crime.
This week on I’ve Got Issues sponsored by Berwyn Kia: Iraq is definitely a hot button issue this week. Terror group Isis has been committing atrocities in the country, and the question in the U.S. is… what should we do? Should we stay or should we go? Callers give their opinions, on picking our...
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August 2, 2014 – Do Nothing Congress, Money and Speech, and GMO Labeling.
This week on I’ve Got Issues: Wayne talks about our 113th “Do Absolutely Nothing-Congress,” and listeners share the frustration. Only 142 laws passed, months of political bickering, and then an undue vacation is the reward for our Congressman? How much speech do we really have as Americans? If…
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July 26, 2014 – Ex-Gay, The Koch Brothers, Israel/Palestine, Russia/Ukraine, and more
On this edition Wayne takes your calls on the concept of “praying away the gay,” and interviews The Reverend Jerry Stephenson an Ex-Southern Baptist Minister. Many conservatives promote this practice, but it in many cases it creates an environment for sexual abuse. Wayne talks about The Koch...
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July 19, 2014 – Creationism, Israel/Palestine, and the Chicago Mayoral Race
This week on the show: Wayne talks about teaching Creationism with Brandon Haught, Author of “Going Ape: Florida’s Battle of Evolution in the Classroom””. Wayne is also joined by his Truth Wins Out colleague Evan Hurst. Wayne will talk with you about the current state of the Israeli/Palestinian...
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July 12, 2014 – Wayne Covers The NRA, Marijuana Legalization, and the Economy
This week on the show Wayne talks about the NRA trying to thwart the concept of Smart Guns. Wayne will speak with NJ Senate Majority Leader Loretta Weinberg who is in the NRA’s cross-hairs. Wayne takes calls on the issues that you want to talk about: Marijuana legalization in Washington, positive...
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July 5, 2014 – Examining the Role of the Religious Right
On this episode of I’ve Got Issues, Wayne is joined by University of Pennsylvania Law Professor Tobias Barrington Wolff to discuss the Supreme court’s Hobby Lobby ruling. Later in the show Fred Clarkson will join Wayne to discuss the right’s increasing calls for violence and succession. Then...
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June 7, 2014 – Wayne Besen Interviews J Street’s Alan Elsner and Chicago Activist Andy Thayer
In this episode of “Ive Got Issues,” I interview J-Street spokesperson Alan Elsner and Chicago progressive Advocate Andy Thayer. The discussions include the Mideast peace process, the lousy airlines, and current politics.
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Politics, Sex, and Religion… And More POLITICS!
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