Thom talks to a caller shocked to learn she's just a "host" for other human life. Another caller wonders when the pro life crowd will try to outlaw "loving yourself" to prevent the senseless waste of human life.

Thom talks about the outdated and misogynistic homunculus theory, while republican politicians may be clinging to similarly patriarchal concepts to what people thought 400 years ago.

Thom delves deeper into the contrast between ancient cultures and younger cultures, and how that relates to Standing Rock, pollution, conservation, greed, and many other issues of our time. Are we throwing away 50,000 years of experience for a quick profit?

Thom talks about the extreme measures being taken to ensure the completion of the Dakota Access Pipeline, including the mutilation and disfigurement of water protectors, and how it relates to the clash of ancient, wise cultures and modern, arrogant ones.

Thom talks about the insidious republican force currently suppressing democracy in our voting system, Trump's communications on it, and parallels to Hitler's strategy to accumulate power in the 1930's.

Thom talks with feminist, activist, and playwright Eve Ensler (The Vagina Monologues) about a new organization to end violence against women, and the broader activism movement happening now in opposition to serious problems in the current US government.

Thom talks with Chris Edelson about the current steady creep of authoritarianism in the US (including the recent Muslim ban) and parallels to Hitler's Germany.

A caller has a great idea for what definitely needs to be asked at the senate hearings to confirm Trump supreme court appointee Neil Gorsuch. Comment below with what YOU'D most like to see asked.

Thom covers some of the most interesting and pressing news of the day, including attempts by the Trump team to do away with an Obama law due to go into effect that would prevent financial advisors from giving you advice that makes them money but costs you. And are the Standing Rock water protectors terrorists? The FBI seems to think so...

Thom talks with Art Lipson (member of the Patriotic Millionaires), who attended a recent town hall meeting of Utah rep Jason Chaffetz, who was forced to back away from a plan to sell of public lands after pressure from constituents. They also discuss why some wealthy Americans are calling out for more taxes on themselves.

Thom sits down with Richard Mack talks about where power and authority really lies (or should) in the United States, as well as what the scope of agencies such as the FDA should be. And does Betsy DeVos have her own SWAT unit now?

Thom continues his discussion with Reverend Barry W. Lynn (Executive Director of Americans United for Separation of Church and State) about the ramifications of church political speech, who wants it, and who (surprisingly) doesn't. (Part 2)

Thom speaks with Reverend Barry W. Lynn (Executive Director - Americans United for Separation of Church and State) about the ins and outs of political speech from non-profits including religious organizations, as well as what newly confirmed Attorney General Jeffrey Beauregard Sessions was up to early in his senate career. (Part 1)

Thom talks with Kandi Mossett (Native Energy & Climate Campaign Organizer with Indigenous Environmental Network) about the latest updates on the Standing Rock protests against the Dakota Access Pipeline, and what people across the country can be doing to help support the cause.

Thom talks about the common right wing myth that deregulation sparks job growth, in light of news that some investors expect huge gains from Trump's slash and burn approach to government. He explains why that simply isn't the case.