In tonight’s politics panel, Thom talks about one GOP Governor who is trying to crush the last bastion of organized labor in his state. Marc Harrold, libertarian political analyst and author “Observations of White Noise”, Hughey Newsome of Project 21 Black Leadership Council, and Ben Cohen of The Daily Banter join Thom on set to discuss Illinois Gov. Rauner’s attack on unions and Sen. Sanders calling American a democracy no more.

If Republicans really hated welfare queens as much as they say they do - they'd do something about our screwed up corporate tax code.

"Slut" is among the most powerful words in the English language, and for hundreds of millions of young women, it's a word that has very real consequences. That's because although our culture very much encourages women to be sexually active, it also punishes them, both verbally and physically, when they do so. This is especially true in the era of social media, when it is both easier for people to express themselves and, at the same time, easier for them to become victims of vicious online harassment. So what can we do stop "slut-shaming," and create a culture that respects women when they pursue their human desires? Leora Tanenbaum, author of "I Am NOT a Slut: Slut-Shaming in the Age of the Internet," joins Thom to discuss.

The Very Very Ugly - Ted Nugent! During a recent appearance on "The Lars Larson Show," the rock star-turned right-wing activist said that Sarah Palin, yes, that Sarah Palin, was a perfect example of the Founding Fathers’ vision for America.

It's been 6 months since the tragic shooting death of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri. What have we learned over the past several months about race relations in America, and what are these so-called "debtor's prisons activists are now fighting in Ferguson? Rev. Osagyefo Sekou joins Thom to discuss.

From Chernobyl to Three Mile Island to Fukushima, we've seen time and time again the dangers that nuclear power presents. So, if a plant has already had a near disaster, why would anyone want to build ANOTHER nuclear reactor at that same plant? Kevin Kamps of Beyond Nuclear discusses.

Dr. Robert L. Zarr of Physicians For a National Health Program joins Thom Hartmann. Despite what Republicans think, Obamacare was a good start at fixing out nation's broken healthcare system, but it's not enough. What would a single-payer system do for healthcare in America, and how can we make it a reality?

In tonight’s show, Thom talks about the need for a single-payer health system with Dr. Robert Zarr, President of the Physicians for a National Health Program. Nuclear Waste Watchdog Kevin Kamps talks with Thom about the newly approved nuclear plant bordering Lake Erie and the dangers with increased nuclear energy.

Jennifer Kerns, Washington Times / The Blaze & Christy Setzer, New Heights Communications & Shelby Emmett, Project 21 all join Thom Hartmann. Aren't these attacks on Williams from the right a bit disingenuous? Isn't it far worse that Bush and Cheney lied us into Iraq?

For tonight's Conversations with Great Minds - Thom is joined by award-winning author David O. Stewart. Formerly a trial lawyer here in Washington, D.C. - David is also the president of the Washington Independent Review of Books. He's written a number of books about American history as well a mystery novel and won the 2013 History Prize from the Society of the Cincinnati. David Stewart's new book - "Madison's Gift: Five Partnerships that Built America" - is a fascinating look into the friendships that made James Madison into the revolutionary leader he was.

For tonight's Conversations with Great Minds - Thom is joined by award-winning author David O. Stewart. Formerly a trial lawyer here in Washington, D.C. - David is also the president of the Washington Independent Review of Books. He's written a number of books about American history as well a mystery novel and won the 2013 History Prize from the Society of the Cincinnati. David Stewart's new book - "Madison's Gift: Five Partnerships that Built America" - is a fascinating look into the friendships that made James Madison into the revolutionary leader he was.

Jennifer Kerns, Washington Times / The Blaze & Christy Setzer, New Heights Communications & Shelby Emmett, Project 21 all join Thom Hartmann. Former Republican Mississippi State Senator Tim Johnson has announced that he is switching parties in preparation for a run for Lieutenant Governor. The deciding factor in his decision to switch parties was - check it out…...

In tonight’s Big Picture Rumble, Thom talks about the real Iraq war lie with Jennifer Kerns, contributor at the Washington Times and The Blaze, progressive strategist and President of New Heights Communications Christy Setzer, and Shelby Emmett, National Advisor Council at Project 21.

Dan Diaz, Death With Dignity Advocate/Compassion and Choices is in tonight. A majority of Americans say that terminally ill individuals should have the choice to end their lives with dignity. So why are so many lawmakers opposed to legalizing the practice?

Professor Clarence Lusane, American University/The Black History of the White House joins Thom. February is Black History Month - which means that schools all across America will be teaching lessons about civil rights icons and slavery among other things. But what's the real meaning behind Black History Month - and how can we use it to start a dialogue on race relations in America?