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Next week, we’re going to have Kate Kelly, host of the podcast Ordinary Equality, back on the show to answer your questions about our post-Roe future. Please leave us a voicemail at 508-687-2589, or email us at M54@wondermedianetwork.com and we’ll have Kate answer those your questions on the show.  Voicemail: 508-687-2589 Email: M54@wondermedianetwork.com

On today's show, Jason and Grace reflect on the latest testimonies from the January 6th committee hearings and how to frame the conversation going forward. Later on, Charles Booker, Kentucky's Democratic candidate for Senate, joins the show to share his vision for bridging the rural-urban divide. Plus, Senator Ron Johnson misuses his phone and has never heard of his chief of staff.  Listen to History is US If you've listened for a while, you know that Ravi and Jason would be nothing without their Athletic Greens. See what all the hype is about when you go to AthleticGreens.com/majority and get a free year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your order.  Helix is offering up to $200  off all mattress orders and two free pillows for Majority 54 listeners - head to helixsleep.com/majority54 now and get matched with a customized mattress that will give you the best sleep of your life. Join the Invisible Storm Launch Team HERE! Majority 54 on Twitter Jason on Twitter Jason on Instagram Grace on Twitter Charles Booker on Twitter

Ravi and Jason review listener responses from last week's challenge: What term should the Left use in response to the Right's weaponization of the word "woke"? They just might have struck gold with their pick. Plus, they reflect on the January 6 hearings so far. What role do they really serve, and how brave is Liz Cheney, really? The second half of the episode features an interview with the unique Democratic governor of Colorado, Jared Polis. He's sometimes called the most libertarian governor in America. How does that mesh with the Democratic party, and what can the party learn from his approach? If you've listened for a while, you know that Ravi and Jason would be nothing without their Athletic Greens. See what all the hype is about when you go to AthleticGreens.com/majority and get a free year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your order.  Majority54 is a Wonder Media Network production. It's produced by Grace Lynch, Edie Allard and Adesuwa Agbonile. Theme music provided by Kemet Coleman. Special thanks to Diana Kander. Join the Invisible Storm Launch Team HERE! Majority 54 on Twitter Jason on Twitter Jason on Instagram Ravi on Twitter Ravi on Instagram  

Introducing Wonder Media Network’s first true crime show, I Was Never There. Thirty-four years ago, Marsha “Mudd” Ferber vanished without a trace from Morgantown, WV. Mother-daughter duo Karen and Jamie Zelermyer are going back to the land to figure out what the hell happened. Named a 2022 Tribeca Film Festival official selection for audio storytelling, I Was Never There is as much true crime show as it is an ode to Appalachian countercultural movements of the 1970s and 1980s. Listen wherever you get your podcasts. For archival photos, videos, and more, follow I Was Never There on Instagram. For more information on the show and to get in touch with the team, check out our website.  Follow host Jamie Zelermyer on Instagram and Twitter.  Follow Wonder Media Network: Website Twitter Instagram I Was Never There is a Wonder Media Network production. It's hosted by Jamie Zelermyer and Karen Zelermyer. It's produced by Allie Wollner, Lindsey Kratochwill, Adesuwa Agbonile, and Liz Smith. It's edited by Jenny Kaplan and Liz Smith. Our executive producers are Jenny Kaplan, Jamie Zelermyer and Karen Zelermyer. Production assistance by Alesandra Tejeda. Our music supervisor is Sarah Tembeckjian. The theme music is "Take Me Home Country Roads" by John Denver, performed by Brandi Carlile. 

The January 6 hearings start tonight - and this week, Jason and Ravi talk about what to expect, and how to think about these hearings within a larger political context. Plus, they continue their conversation about gun policy, and offer advice on how to respond to the most-repeated conservative talking points.  Get the sofa of your dreams, customizable in every way from Allform. They're so easy to build, even Ravi could do it! And right now, Allform  is offering 20% off all orders for our listeners at Allform.com/Majority54.  This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp online therapy. Majority 54 listeners get 10% off their first month when they visit BetterHelp.com/M54. If you've listened for a while, you know that Ravi and Jason would be nothing without their Athletic Greens. See what all the hype is about when you go to AthleticGreens.com/majority and get a free year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your order.  Subscribe to I Was Never There and be the first to listen when it launches June 9th! Majority54 is a Wonder Media Network production. It's produced by Grace Lynch, Edie Allard and Adesuwa Agbonile. Theme music provided by Kemet Coleman. Special thanks to Diana Kander. Join the Invisible Storm Launch Team HERE! Majority 54 on Twitter Jason on Twitter Jason on Instagram Ravi on Twitter Ravi on Instagram Grace on Twitter

Today's episode is all about the debate surrounding gun violence and the path ahead for gun safety legislation. Jason, Ravi and Grace reflect on the tragedy in Uvalde, Texas and the gross negligence of the police response. They assess where Democrats falter on this issue, the revisionist history given to the Second Amendment and the unnerving future of states' rights on this issue. Later on, Peter Ambler, executive director of Giffords tells us all how to Grab An Oar.  Find more of how you can get involved at Giffords.org Listen to TED Talks Daily wherever you get podcasts.  Find a smarter rate for your loan by going to upstart.com/majority54.  Majority54 is a Wonder Media Network production. It's produced by Grace Lynch, Edie Allard and Adesuwa Agbonile. Theme music provided by Kemet Coleman. Special thanks to Diana Kander. Majority 54 on Twitter Jason on Twitter Jason on Instagram Ravi on Twitter Ravi on Instagram Grace on Twitter

This week on the pod, Jason and Ravi discuss Trump's latest tweets on Truth Social and the Republican Party's increasing fascination with illiberal democracy. Then, they answer some voicemails - featuring one listener who keeps getting mistaken for a Republican, another who thinks their Republican dad might actually be a democrat, and a progressive Evangelical looking to bring more people from his faith into the fold. (Note: This episode was recorded before the school shooting in Texas.)  Find a smarter rate for your loan by going to upstart.com/majority54.  Helix is offering up to $200  off all mattress orders and two free pillows for Majority 54 listeners - head to helixsleep.com/majority54 now and get matched with a customized mattress that will give you the best sleep of your life. If you've listened for a while, you know that Ravi and Jason would be nothing without their Athletic Greens. See what all the hype is about when you go to AthleticGreens.com/majority and get a free year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your order.  Listen to TED Talks Daily wherever you get podcasts.  Majority54 is a Wonder Media Network production. It's produced by Grace Lynch, Edie Allard and Adesuwa Agbonile. Theme music provided by Kemet Coleman. Special thanks to Diana Kander. Majority 54 on Twitter Jason on Twitter Jason on Instagram Ravi on Twitter Ravi on Instagram

For the Talking Trash segment this week, Jason and Ravi examine the tweet that got right-wing pop culture psychologist Jordan Peterson bullied off Twitter. They break down the ideology that motivated the mass shooting in Buffalo -- and three other mass shootings in recent years. Plus, they discuss the political response to the baby formula shortage and review the results of the primaries in Pennsylvania and North Carolina.  Get the sofa of your dreams, customizable in every way from Allform. They're so easy to build, even Ravi could do it! And right now, Allform  is offering 20% off all orders for our listeners at Allform.com/Majority54.  Check out the Ted Talks Daily podcast here. Subscribe to I Was Never There and be the first to listen when it launches June 9th! Majority54 is a Wonder Media Network production. It's produced by Grace Lynch, Edie Allard and Adesuwa Agbonile. Theme music provided by Kemet Coleman. Special thanks to Diana Kander. Majority 54 on Twitter Jason on Twitter Jason on Instagram Ravi on Twitter Ravi on Instagram

Kim Morrison, a Missouri high school teacher, was let go for allegedly teaching Critical Race Theory in her class. Ravi and Grace sat down with Kim to hear her side of the story and how what happened in her rural school district is a microcosm of the education debate raging across the country. Plus, protests over the leaked Supreme Court decision have the crew looking back at other court precedent and asking whether this vote in the Senate is a sufficient response. And Josh Hawley takes aim at a new enemy: Mickey Mouse.  Listen to Season One of Ordinary Equality to learn amore about the ERA.  If you've listened for a while, you know that Ravi and Jason would be nothing without their Athletic Greens. See what all the hype is about when you go to AthleticGreens.com/majority and get a free year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your order.  Get the sofa of your dreams, customizable in every way from Allform. They're so easy to build, even Ravi could do it! And right now, Allform  is offering 20% off all orders for our listeners at Allform.com/Majority54.  This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp online therapy. Majority 54 listeners get 10% off their first month when they visit BetterHelp.com/M54. Listen to TED Talks Daily wherever you get podcasts. 

This week, Jason and Ravi are joined by two guests! First,  they talk to Josh McLaurin - J.D. Vance's former law school roommate who shared Vance's cynical texts about Trump - about Vance's win in the Ohio primary and his outlook on the Republican party. Then, Katie Paris from the organization Red Wine and Blue joins the boys to talk through the ramifications of the Supreme Court's draft opinion overturning Roe v. Wade, and how Katie and suburban moms across the country are fighting against book banning and extremism on the right. If you've listened for a while, you know that Ravi and Jason would be nothing without their Athletic Greens. See what all the hype is about when you go to AthleticGreens.com/majority and get a free year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your order.  Helix is offering up to $200  off all mattress orders and two free pillows for Majority 54 listeners - head to helixsleep.com/majority54 now and get matched with a customized mattress that will give you the best sleep of your life.  Get $30 off your first order of coffee you'll love at drinktrade.com/m54. Find a smarter rate for your loan by going to upstart.com/majority54.  Majority54 is a Wonder Media Network production. It's produced by Grace Lynch, Edie Allard and Adesuwa Agbonile. Theme music provided by Kemet Coleman. Special thanks to Diana Kander. Majority 54 on Twitter Jason on Twitter Jason on Instagram Ravi on Twitter Ravi on Instagram Josh on Twitter  Katie on Twitter Red Wine and Blue

In light of the leaked Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe vs. Wade, we're re-releasing our conversation with lawyer and abortion rights activist, Kate Kelly.  Kate breaks down the Mississippi law currently in front of the Supreme Court and how we should prepare for a post-Roe world.  Listen to season two of Ordinary Equality. 

Jason and Ravi debate who had a worse week, Madison Cawthorn or Kevin McCarthy. Producer Edie Allard decides the winner, to contentious results. Plus, Jason and Ravi discuss Elon Musk's purchase of Twitter. How might it change the platform? Will Trump jump back on the Twitter train? Finally, our hosts cover how Trump is influencing Republican primaries, and respond to the latest listener emails. Listen to The Accidental Activist with Isha Sesay on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. If you've listened for a while, you know that Ravi and Jason would be nothing without their Athletic Greens. See what all the hype is about when you go to AthleticGreens.com/majority and get a free year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your order.  Get $30 off your first order of coffee you'll love at drinktrade.com/m54. This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp online therapy. Majority 54 listeners get 10% off their first month when they visit BetterHelp.com/M54. Majority54 is a Wonder Media Network production. It's produced by Grace Lynch, Edie Allard and Adesuwa Agbonile. Theme music provided by Kemet Coleman. Special thanks to Diana Kander. Majority 54 on Twitter Jason on Twitter Jason on Instagram Ravi on Twitter Ravi on Instagram

Following a contentious Easter weekend with his family, Ravi is looking for answers. Enter Mónica Guzmán, a professional bridge builder and author of the new book, I Never Thought Of It That Way. She walks Jason and Ravi through how to reframe the curiosity gap that can keep us from connecting with the conservative people in our lives. Listen to As She Rises, a podcast hosted by M54's producer Grace Lynch that personalizes the elusive magnitude of climate change.  If you've listened for a while, you know that Ravi and Jason would be nothing without their Athletic Greens. See what all the hype is about when you go to AthleticGreens.com/majority and get a free year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your order.  Right now, save up to 60% off your subscription when you go to BABBEL.com/ MAJORITY54 and enjoy 60% off your subscription. Babbel—Language for life. Upstart-powered personal loans can help you pay down high-interest debt—all online, with simple and easy-to-understand payment terms. Don’t wait and check your rate today at Upstart.com/Majority54.  Helix is offering up to 200 dollars off all mattress orders and two free pillows for our listeners at HelixSleep.com/Majority54. Jason is back with a new season and a new co-host, Ravi Gupta. Each week, they'll tackle our most pressing issues, giving you the tools necessary to successfully have conversations across the aisle. Majority54 is a Wonder Media Network production. It's produced by Grace Lynch, Edie Allard and Adesuwa Agbonile. Theme music provided by Kemet Coleman. Special thanks to Diana Kander. Majority 54 on Twitter Jason on Twitter Jason on Instagram Ravi on Twitter Ravi on Instagram Mónica on Twitter 

What does the latest news about rising inflation mean? And how should we broach the topic with our Republican friends and family? This week, Jason and Ravi tackle those questions, and offer some answers. Plus, they dive into the latest news, including  Bill Maher's appearance on Joe Rogan, the Jan. 6 committee debating wether to make a criminal referral, and Jonathan Swan's incisive interview with Mitch McConnell.  Listen to As She Rises, a podcast hosted by M54's producer Grace Lynch that personalizes the elusive magnitude of climate change.  If you've listened for a while, you know that Ravi and Jason would be nothing without their Athletic Greens. See what all the hype is about when you go to AthleticGreens.com/majority and get a free year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your order.  This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp online therapy. Majority 54 listeners get 10% off their first month when they visit BetterHelp.com/M54. If you're looking to relieve stress & anxiety, sleep better, or improve your focus, Headspace is your everyday dose of mindfulness for real life. Majority 54 listeners get one month free of their entire mindfulness library by visiting headspace.com/m54 Jason is back with a new season and a new co-host, Ravi Gupta. Each week, they'll tackle our most pressing issues, giving you the tools necessary to successfully have conversations across the aisle. Majority54 is a Wonder Media Network production. It's produced by Grace Lynch, Edie Allard and Adesuwa Agbonile. Theme music provided by Kemet Coleman. Special thanks to Diana Kander. Majority 54 on Twitter Jason on Twitter Jason on Instagram Ravi on Twitter Ravi on Instagram

Jason and Ravi are joined by Shannon Watts, founder of the nation’s largest grassroots group fighting against gun violence, Moms Demand Action. They poke fun at the latest absurd campaign ads coming out of the Ohio primary, break down the latest on the Amazon Unionization effort, and discuss how the Biden administration should change its messaging about positive economic gains. Also, Shannon catches us up on the latest advancements in the fight against gun violence, and highlights what still needs to be done. Listen to Art of Power from WBEZ Chicago If you've listened for a while, you know that Ravi and Jason would be nothing without their Athletic Greens. See what all the hype is about when you go to AthleticGreens.com/majority and get a free year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your order.  Get $30 off your first order of coffee you'll love at drinktrade.com/m54. Allform is offering 20% off all orders for our listeners at Allform.com/majority54. Jason is back with a new season and a new co-host, Ravi Gupta. Each week, they'll tackle our most pressing issues, giving you the tools necessary to successfully have conversations across the aisle. Majority54 is a Wonder Media Network production. It's produced by Grace Lynch, Edie Allard and Adesuwa Agbonile. Theme music provided by Kemet Coleman. Special thanks to Diana Kander. Majority 54 on Twitter Jason on Twitter Jason on Instagram Ravi on Twitter Ravi on Instagram Shannon on Twitter

Jason, Ravi and Grace assess Rep. Cawthorn's salacious claims about congressional lawmakers, the severity of Ginni Thomas' texts, Biden's budget and the politics of football stadiums. Jason and Ravi think it's our best episode yet. Grace isn't so sure.  Listen to Art of Power from WBEZ Chicago Find out how Upstart can lower your monthly loan payments today when you go to Upstart.com/MAJORITY54 If you've listened for a while, you know that Ravi and Jason would be nothing without their Athletic Greens. See what all the hype is about when you go to AthleticGreens.com/majority and get a free year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your order.  This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp online therapy. Majority 54 listeners get 10% off their first month when they sign up at BetterHelp.com/M54 Jason is back with a new season and a new co-host, Ravi Gupta. Each week, they'll tackle our most pressing issues, giving you the tools necessary to successfully have conversations across the aisle. Majority54 is a Wonder Media Network production. It's produced by Grace Lynch, Edie Allard and Adesuwa Agbonile. Theme music provided by Kemet Coleman. Special thanks to Diana Kander. Majority 54 on Twitter Jason on Twitter Jason on Instagram Ravi on Twitter Ravi on Instagram Grace on Twitter

This week, Jason and Ravi unpack the biggest news of the week - the free speech debate sparked by a controversial New York Times editorial, the criticisms Republicans are levying against Supreme Court Justice nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson, and the latest on the war in Ukraine. Plus, they dive into the Senate race unfolding in Missouri - and former Missouri governor Eric Greitens' latest abuse allegations.  For the best sleep of your life, head to HelixSleep.com/Majority54. Helix is offering listeners up to 200 dollars off all mattress orders and two free pillows. Right now, when you purchase a 3-month Babbel subscription, you’ll get an additional 3 months for FREE. Just go to babbel.com and use promo code MAJORITY54. If you've listened for a while, you know that Ravi and Jason would be nothing without their Athletic Greens. See what all the hype is about when you go to AthleticGreens.com/majority and get a free year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your order.  Everlywell at-home lab tests give you physician-reviewed results and personalized insights so you can take action on your health and wellness—all at an affordable and transparent cost. And for listeners of the show, Everlywell is offering a special discount of twenty percent off an at-home lab test at everlywell.com/majority54.  Visit represent.us/podcast to learn more about how to protect our elections and pass laws that will make our government truly inclusive. Jason is back with a new season and a new co-host, Ravi Gupta. Each week, they'll tackle our most pressing issues, giving you the tools necessary to successfully have conversations across the aisle. Majority54 is a Wonder Media Network production. It's produced by Grace Lynch, Edie Allard and Adesuwa Agbonile. Theme music provided by Kemet Coleman. Special thanks to Diana Kander. Majority 54 on Twitter Jason on Twitter Jason on Instagram Ravi on Twitter Ravi on Instagram

Today, Jason and Ravi are discussing the ever-growing attack on trans rights with journalists Katelyn Burns and Oliver-Ash Klein. They wade into Texas targeting the families of trans youth, the misinformation surrounding trans children in sports and how this is all intertwines with cancel culture. For more from Katelyn and Oliver-Ash, listen to their podcast Cancel Me, Daddy. Right now, M54 listeners can get the best offer Headspace has available. Get one month free of their entire mindfulness library  when you go to Headspace.com/M54.  If you've listened for a while, you know that Ravi and Jason would be nothing without their Athletic Greens. See what all the hype is about when you go to AthleticGreens.com/majority and get a free year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your order. Ravi has upped his coffee game with the Trade Coffee quiz and so can you. Get $20 off your first three bags when you go to DrinkTrade.com/M54.  This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp online therapy. Majority 54 listeners get 10% off their first month when they visit BetterHelp.com/M54. Jason is back with a new season and a new co-host, Ravi Gupta. Each week, they'll tackle our most pressing issues, giving you the tools necessary to successfully have conversations across the aisle. Majority54 is a Wonder Media Network production. It's produced by Grace Lynch, Edie Allard and Adesuwa Agbonile. Theme music provided by Kemet Coleman. Special thanks to Diana Kander. Majority 54 on Twitter Jason on Twitter Jason on Instagram Ravi on Twitter Ravi on Instagram Katelyn Burns  on Twitter Oliver-Ash Klein on Twitter

Ravi and Jason break down the latest Ukraine news -- including why gas prices are rising. Turns out, there's a combination of factors at play, despite the Right trying to point the finger at Biden's energy policy. Plus, what lessons can we learn from Ukraine for our political battles at home? And what's the political impact of the COVID-19 pandemic winding down? Find out how Upstart can lower your monthly loan payments today when you go to Upstart.com/MAJORITY54. Right now, when you purchase a 3-month Babbel subscription, you’ll get an additional 3 months for FREE. Just go to babbel.com and use promo code MAJORITY54. Allform is offering 20% off your perfect sofa at Allform.com/Majority54. If you've listened for a while, you know that Ravi and Jason would be nothing without their Athletic Greens. See what all the hype is about when you go to AthleticGreens.com/majority and get a free year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your order.  Jason is back with a new season and a new co-host, Ravi Gupta. Each week, they'll tackle our most pressing issues, giving you the tools necessary to successfully have conversations across the aisle. Majority54 is a Wonder Media Network production. It's produced by Grace Lynch, Edie Allard and Adesuwa Agbonile. Theme music provided by Kemet Coleman. Special thanks to Diana Kander. Majority 54 on Twitter Jason on Twitter Jason on Instagram Ravi on Twitter Ravi on Instagram

This week, Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman joins the show to discuss the ongoing war in Ukraine. He dives into the historical context of the conflict, gives his takes on what the US should be doing to support Ukraine, and explains what this war could mean for the rest of the world. Plus, Jason and Ravi talk about President Biden's State of the Union address and the Republican response.  If you've listened for a while, you know that Ravi and Jason would be nothing without their Athletic Greens. See what all the hype is about when you go to AthleticGreens.com/majority and get a free year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your order.  Join over 1 million people who have taken charge of their mental health by visiting our sponsor at BetterHelp.com/m54.  As a listener, you’ll get 10% off your first month. Over 1 million people have trusted Everlywell with their at-home lab testing. Visit everlywell.com/majority54 to get a special discount of twenty percent off an at-home lab test.  Jason is back with a new season and a new co-host, Ravi Gupta. Each week, they'll tackle our most pressing issues, giving you the tools necessary to successfully have conversations across the aisle. Majority54 is a Wonder Media Network production. It's produced by Grace Lynch, Edie Allard and Adesuwa Agbonile. Theme music provided by Kemet Coleman. Special thanks to Diana Kander. Majority 54 on Twitter Jason on Twitter Jason on Instagram Ravi on Twitter Ravi on Instagram Lt. Col. Vindman on Twitter Kansas City Hustlers on Twitter