Fight Back With Barbara Boxer

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Sinopsis

A United States Senator for twenty four years until 2017, also served in the U.S. House and on the Marin County Board of Supervisors. She is known as a pioneer for women and a champion for the environment, human rights, civil rights and economic fairness. She is now speaking on current issues across the country and is a volunteer for a political action committee she founded called Pac For A Change.

Episodios

  • Harvest the Vote with Jane Kleeb

    30/01/2020 Duración: 57min

    Impeachment hearings continue! How is the Republican Senate rationalizing giving Trump such a pass and why is Mitch McConnell always on the moral losing side? Then, Nicole talks to Nebraska’s Democratic Party Chair and founder of the non-profit Bold Nebraska, Jane Kleeb about her new book, “Harvest The Vote” looking at how Democrats can win in rural America and the importance of reaching the people and voices there that we might typically neglect.

  • How We Win with Steve Pierson and Mariah Craven

    23/01/2020 Duración: 58min

    It’s impeachment-palooza! With a Ken Starr connection, how do the Trump and Clinton impeachments compare? It’s also affecting purple state senators. And how are Democrats letting the little things distract them? Then, Swing Left’s “How We Win” podcast hosts Steve Pierson and Mariah Craven join the show to talk about their show and how action is the best solution to anxiety as well as strategies for 2020.

  • Two Scoops with David Corn and Sen. Ben Cardin

    16/01/2020 Duración: 01h17min

    It’s a Boxer Podcast Double Header with two exclusive scoops from our most trusted colleagues! First, they speak with journalist and author David Corn about the vulnerabilities of our elections to Russia and what we need to do to limit their interfering. Then, they talk to Senator Ben Cardin about Trump’s recklessness with Iran and how we need to show restraint moving forward.

  • The Iran Debrief with Rep. Anna Eshoo

    09/01/2020 Duración: 58min

    The Boxers are back! Fresh from vacation, Nicole is bringing us the top things you will and won’t see in Paris. Also, let’s talk about Trump’s bizarre behavior in his statement on Iran. Then, they speak with California Representative Anna Eshoo about Trump’s rash decision despite the lack of an imminent threat that got us into this trouble in the first place. Are there parallels between this and the Iraq war in our desire to get involved? Plus, her thoughts on the articles of impeachment.

  • Organizing Young Activists with Allison Begalman

    02/01/2020 Duración: 27min

    Happy 2020 to all our Boxer Podcast listeners! This week, screenwriter and organizer Allison Begalman sits down with Nicole to talk about her work, how she got started, bridging the gap between activism and entertainment, and how Hollywood is having a few different conversations.

  • The Answer to Our Housing Shortage with Steven Dietz

    26/12/2019 Duración: 40min

    Happy Holidays from the Boxers! Today we chat with United Dwelling CEO Steven Dietz about his innovative approach to quickly and meaningfully addressing the housing crisis in California via ADU’s, accessory dwelling units. Learn how he came to his unique solutions and how they can be replicated and used across the country.

  • RAISE HELL: The Life and Times of Molly Ivins

    19/12/2019 Duración: 01h09min

    The House has impeached Donald Trump. Nicole and Barbara are giving their reactions and analyzing how the Republican party has fully given themselves to him regardless of his wrong doing. Then, Nicole speaks with filmmaker and director Janice Engel about her documentary, "Raise Hell: The Life and Times of Molly Ivins" and how they discovered her story, her life changing work for others, and the challenges and rewards of piecing together such a story.

  • The Battle for Democracy with Rep. George Miller

    12/12/2019 Duración: 01h01min

    The hearing for the articles of impeachment is on, so what will that mean for us and for Trump? It can't be reiterated enough how critical 2020 is, not just to unseat Trump but to flip the senate. Then, Barbara and Nicole speak further with former CA Rep. George Miller about the impeachment proceedings, his 40 years in the House, and the power of Nancy Pelosi.

  • This Week in Presidential Politics with Matt Littman

    05/12/2019 Duración: 57min

    Barbara and Nicole catch us up on the continuing impeachment process and the seriousness of Trump’s misdeeds. Plus, Nancy Pelosi’s powerful position in opposition to him and Biden’s new ad taking him down. Then, they talk with Matt Littman who wears many hats when it comes to politics. He’s a speechwriter, pundit, campaigner and most recently the executive director of 97%, an organization dedicated to passing smart gun reform that amplifies the voices of gun owners who want gun reform.

  • Talking Turkey and an Encore with Speaker Nancy Pelosi

    28/11/2019 Duración: 59min

    It's Thanksgiving! And Barbara and Nicole want to celebrate with you. What are you thankful for? But before that, let's breakdown the impeachment hearings. Plus, a flashback interview with Speaker of the House, Nancy Pelosi!

  • Impeachment is Coming with AG of "Mueller, She Wrote"

    21/11/2019 Duración: 45min

    Big impeachment breakings have the Boxers talking with Mueller, She Wrote and The Daily Beans podcast creator, A.G., about what this means for the President and Republicans and how to effectively move forward with further impeachment proceedings. Plus, how Robert Mueller’s tactics and report helped paved the way for future juries to potentially prosecute him as a private citizen.

  • Moving Forward with Karine Jean-Pierre

    14/11/2019 Duración: 53min

    Barbara and Nicole address the recent shooting at Saugus High School and how the Republicans hope we stay numb to tragedy. How can we drive young people to the polls to change this and put a stop to the NRA? Then, activist, commentator, and campaign organizer Karine Jean-Pierre joins Nicole and Barbara to take a look at the 2020 field and what it’s going to take to bring people to the polls and start a new movement. The two primary focuses are the issues and getting Trump out of office.

  • Leading on the Climate Crisis with Rep. Jared Huffman

    07/11/2019 Duración: 51min

    Barbara and Nicole are recapping the recent election and how this paves the way for hope in 2020. As the Democrats say, “when people vote, we win.” Plus, Donald Trump and the Republicans effort to discredit Nancy Pelosi with “stupid” comments. Then, they speak to Congressman Jared Huffman about the progression of the US pulling out of the Paris Accord and the ongoing impeachment pursuit of Trump. Plus, his work now representing the district Barbara did while she was in Congress.

  • A #VoteProChoice Guide

    31/10/2019 Duración: 01h03min

    Barbara and Nicole are staying safe from the California fires, but our hearts to go out those suffering through them and the many evacuations. They also speak with Christine Pelosi to get an update on all the impeachment goings-on to distill the facts and follow all the incoming information. Then, they speak with #VoteProChoice co-founder and CEO Heidi Sieck about the upcoming 2019 election and why it’s so important not to just keep our focus on 2020 but take action to make change now for pro choice decisions!

  • The Equity Agenda with Angela Glover Blackwell

    24/10/2019 Duración: 48min

    Nicole and Barbara are talking about the problems we’re having with Trump and big oil, Republicans continuing to obstruct justice, and the success of their recent PAC event! Then, the Senator talks with Angela Glover Blackwell, founder of Policy Link, about their program advancing racial and economic equity, the principles of designing real programs so we are prepared to take them to the big stage when the opportunity presents itself, and keeping hopeful in seemingly hopeless times.

  • Sheila Kuehl, First LGBTQ Legislator in CA History

    17/10/2019 Duración: 59min

    Barbara and Nicole are recapping the most recent Democratic debates. Who were the standouts and who were the weak links? Plus, Trump's insanity continues. Then, Barbara speaks with Supervisor Sheila Kuehl, who represents the 3rd Los Angeles County Supervisional District. She discusses her childhood acting career, leaving Hollywood for Law and Politics, and being the only openly gay member of the CA assembly and state Senate.

  • The Feminist Majority with Kathy Spillar

    10/10/2019 Duración: 49min

    Barbara and Nicole consider the vote on the impeachment inquiry and how Donald Trump is running out of moves to combat his never-ending bad decisions. Then, Kathy Spillar joins them to talk about her work as the Executive Director of the Feminist Majority Foundation. How have the history of women’s rights affected our present and what must we do to create true equality in the future?

  • Fired Up with Brad Jenkins

    03/10/2019 Duración: 01h15min

    Impeachment is on everyone’s minds. But first, the flip flopping of Lindsey Graham, Trump not standing up against China, and Then, fellow PodcastOne host, comedian, and writer Brad Jenkins talks to Nicole about his show, “Fired Up”, getting to know candidates on a personal level not just a policy level, how to get non-voters involved, and the best approach for young voters.

  • Impeachment Reactions with Christine Pelosi and Rep. Anna Eshoo

    26/09/2019 Duración: 36min

    Barbara and Nicole talk with Christine Pelosi about the recent trouble Trump has gotten himself into and what impeachment proceedings look like as the House moves forward. Then they talk with Congresswoman Anna Eshoo about Speaker Pelosi’s responsibility in moving toward impeachment. Plus, celebrating international voter registration day and a very funny upcoming Boxer PAC event!

  • Ending Single Use Plastics with the Plastic Pollution Coalition

    19/09/2019 Duración: 51min

    Barbara and Nicole take a look at how Democratic rallies and campaigns can combat Trump, as well as how homelessness in California is becoming a shared political topic. Then, they talk to sisters Dianna and Julia Cohen about their work with the Plastic Pollution Coalition in helping to eliminate single use plastics, plastic pollution worldwide, and helping to protect our oceans. And what are some simple steps you can take to help toward reducing our global use of plastics? Learn more at plasticpollutioncoalition.org.

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