The Occupy Democrats Podcast EP #32
The Occupy Democrats Show
In this episode of the *Occupy Democrats Show*, hosts Mark Bland and Jason Kull deliver a scathing critique of Donald Trump’s presidency in 2025, blending sharp political commentary with cultural tangents. They express skepticism about Trump’s claimed diplomatic successes, particularly a video touting his role in brokering ceasefires in conflicts like Thailand-Cambodia and Israel-Iran. The hosts debunk these, noting that India-Pakistan and Israel-Hamas ceasefires are either unverified or nonexistent, with Gaza’s humanitarian crisis worsening. They argue Trump’s push for a Nobel...
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Epstein Files, Tariff Fails, and Windmill Wails: Trump’s Chaos Unleashed (OD Show 31)
The Occupy Democrats Show
Join hosts Mark Blaine and Jason Kull on the *Occupy Democrats Show* for a fiery dive into today’s political controversies and nostalgic tangents. This episode unpacks explosive claims, including an alleged Air Force One conversation where Donald Trump discusses Jeffrey Epstein “taking” young women, like Virginia Giuffre, from his Mar-a-Lago spa, contradicting his prior denials. The hosts also dissect Michael Wolff’s shocking allegations from *Fire and Fury*, claiming Epstein showed him compromising photos of Trump with underage girls. Alongside, they critique Trump’s...
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Trump’s Enigma: Dodging Accountability Again and the PPP
The Occupy Democrats Show
On the *Occupied Democrat Show*, hosts Mark Bland and Jason Kull dive into the relentless controversies surrounding former President Donald Trump, particularly his connection to the Jeffrey Epstein files. They highlight a Wall Street Journal report revealing Trump was aware of his inclusion in the Epstein documents as early as May, yet he denied it, deflecting with false claims about Obama and Biden. The hosts express outrage over Trump’s lies and the refusal to release the full Epstein list, which they argue protects powerful figures. They point to Epstein’s 2010 deposition, where he...
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"Bowling, Billionaires, and Buried Secrets: Exposing Trump's Child Predator Cover-Up"
The Occupy Democrats Show
The Occupy Democrats Show, hosted by Mark Bland and Jason Kull, dives into a mix of political critique, personal anecdotes, and social commentary, blending humor with sharp analysis. The hosts begin with a light-hearted discussion about bowling, with Bland sharing his newfound interest in the sport as a former professional wrestler seeking new ways to stay active. This segues into their core focus: politics, particularly targeting former President Donald Trump’s administration and its policies. The episode critiques Trump’s economic and political decisions, spotlighting advisor...
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The Occupy Democrats Show #27
The Occupy Democrats Show
Tune in to the Occupy Democrats Show with Mark Bland and Jason Kull as they dive into Donald Trump’s obsession with the Epstein files, accusing Obama, Clinton, and Biden of fabricating them to target him, despite his own administration’s oversight during Epstein’s 2019 arrest and death. The hosts expose Trump’s contradictory stance, from claiming the files are fake to demanding their release via Attorney General Pam Bondi, while Congress, with a 211-210 vote, blocks transparency efforts led by Rep. Ro Khanna. They question why Republicans, once vocal about releasing the files, now...
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Ro Khanna on Trump’s Tariffs, Global Politics, and ICE Controversies
The Occupy Democrats Show
Congressman Ro Khanna from California joins Mark Bland and Jason Kull and dives into the latest political firestorms. We’ll unpack the Trump administration’s bold moves, including a 50% tariff threat on Brazil to halt Jair Bolsonaro’s trial, alongside similar pressures on 21 other nations. Khanna, a key figure on critical subcommittees, offers insider insights on global issues like the Iran-Israel conflict and domestic economic policies. We’ll also dissect Trump’s 50% copper tariff, criticized for hiking costs without boosting US production, and its potential to...
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The Big Lie: Bondi, Trump and Jeffrey Epstein
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On the *Occupy Democrats Show*, hosts Mark and Jason Kull discuss two major issues: the controversy surrounding the Jeffrey Epstein client list and the catastrophic floods in Texas. They express skepticism about Attorney General Pam Bondi’s claim that the Epstein case is closed with no client list, despite her earlier statement on Fox News that the files were on her desk for review. They highlight contradictions from Trump administration officials, including Kash Patel and Carolyn Levitt, who evade direct answers about the list’s existence. The hosts argue that the lack of transparency...
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The Big, Ugly Bill: Who Really Wins?
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On the Occupied Democrat Show, hosts Mark Bland and Jason Kull, broadcasting from St. Louis, express deep concerns about recent political developments, particularly the passage of a significant bill they call the "Big Beautiful Bill." They criticize its impact, noting it will cut Medicaid and SNAP benefits for many Americans, strategically timed to take effect after the midterms to avoid immediate political backlash. The hosts lament the failure of Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries to block the bill, arguing that his tactics, such as delaying votes, are ineffective against the current...
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The Occupy Democrats Podcast EP #23 -ALLIGATOR ALCATRAZ!!!
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On the Occupied Democrat Show, hosts Mark Bland and Jason Kull discuss critical political and social issues. They begin by addressing a previous episode’s error, where Bland mistakenly claimed a six-year-old Honduran boy with leukemia, taken by ICE agents, was a U.S. citizen. The boy was not born in the U.S., but Bland stands by his stance that a child with cancer should not face immigration issues, criticizing harsh deportation policies under Trump. They argue that Republicans, who often advocate for legal immigration, contradict themselves by supporting deportations of families like this...
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The Occupy Democrats Podcast EP #22
The Occupy Democrats Show
On the Occupy Democrats Show, hosts Mark Bland and Jason Kull, broadcasting from St. Louis, Missouri, critique the Trump administration's actions and media interactions. They focus on Pete Hegseth, a former Fox News host, who held consecutive press conferences to discuss a bombing raid, accusing the media of bias against Trump. The hosts challenge Hegseth’s credibility, citing his Fox News background and the network’s history of spreading misinformation. They argue that the media’s role is to report facts, not to cheer against Trump, and question the necessity of press conferences if the...
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