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The Chauncey DeVega Show is the official podcast of Salon.com politics writer Chauncey DeVega. On a weekly basis the show features a relaxed and free-form conversation with artists, authors, musicians, researchers, academics, journalists, activists, as well as Hollywood actors and directors.

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Rodney Barnes is an American screenwriter, producer, and author. He has written and produced such TV shows as The Boondocks, Everybody Hates Chris, Marvel's Runaways, American Gods, Wu-Tang: An American Saga, and HBO's Winning Time: The Rise of the L... more

This is a special joint episode of The Chauncey DeVega Show and The Truth Report.

Mechele Dickerson is the Arthur L. Moller Chair in Bankruptcy Law and Practice at the University of Texas at Austin School of Law and author of Homeownership and Ame... more

John J. Lennon is a prison journalist who is currently serving a 25-year sentence in Sing Sing prison in New York. His work has been featured by such leading publications as New York Review of Books, The New York Times Magazine, The Atlantic, Esquire... more

Dr. Carol Anderson is the Robert W. Woodruff Professor of African American Studies at Emory University. She is the author of several books including the New York Times bestseller White Rage: The Unspoken Truth of Our Racial Divide, and One Person, No... more

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Recent Guests

Rodney Barnes
TV screenwriter and producer, comic book writer, known for The Boondocks and Winning Time.
Episode: Ep. 441: From The Boondocks to Crownsville: Rodney Barnes Reflects on a Life in Storytelling
Mechele Dickerson
Arthur L. Moller Chair in Bankruptcy Law and Practice at the University of Texas at Austin School of Law
University of Texas at Austin
Episode: Ep. 440: The American Middle Class is Hanging On By a Thread in the Age of Trump
John J. Lennon
Prison journalist and author of "The Tragedy of True Crime"
Sing Sing Correctional Facility
Episode: Ep. 439: The Human Tragedy and Exploitation of the "True Crime" Genre
Carol Anderson
Robert W. Woodruff Professor of African American Studies and author of numerous books, including 'White Rage' and 'The Second'
Emory University
Episode: Ep. 438: America's Addiction to Gun Violence, Racism, and White Rage Will Be Its Downfall
Yaroslav Trofimov
Chief foreign affairs correspondent for The Wall Street Journal and author
The Wall Street Journal
Episode: Ep. 437: "Our Enemies Will Vanish" -- Everyday People and Ukraine's War for Independence
Brian Solomon
Host of the Shut Up and Wrestle podcast, and contributor to Pro Wrestling Illustrated.
Episode: Ep. 436: The Great and Complicated Legacy of Hulk Hogan aka Terry Bollea
Dr. Brittany Friedman
Author of Carceral Apartheid, assistant professor of sociology at the University of Southern California
University of Southern California
Episode: Ep. 435: Welcome to Prison, USA
Sabrina Haake
A federal trial attorney specializing in 1st and 14th Amendment defense
Episode: Ep. 434: Navigating Trumpistan and the MAGAverse One Day at a Time
Andrew Goldberg
Emmy award-winning investigative producer and journalist
Episode: Ep. 433: How White Fear Fuels The Age of Trump

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Chauncey DeVega
Host of engaging discussions that explore contemporary politics, culture, and societal issues, often incorporating personal anecdotes and humor to provide depth to various narratives.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 302 ratings
  • Terrible

    This show is poorly researched nonsense. This is where misinformation comes from.

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    19JLH80
    United States5 months ago
  • Great Guests You Won’t Hear Anywhere Else

    Great guests you won’t hear anywhere else, often providing thought-provoking, well-researched insights about the state of our American political culture or lack thereof. Sometimes Chauncey’s rants at the beginning of the show can get tiresome which is why I deducted a star.

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    4
    Wazer020362
    United States6 months ago
  • Chauncey ✊

    He’s a singular voice w passion. Giving us jewels ad-free. Plz donate to keep alive

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    judge tito
    United States8 months ago
  • Chauncey is Deep and Wide and Fun, too

    If you see the one-star reviews from the MAGAts then you know Chauncey is doing it right! This program has so much depth and warmth, I always enjoy it and learn from it. It’s very honest and real…Genuine. Compassionate and passionate. It took me a few times to catch the vibe on the silly goofy moments but now I am good with his style. He will get down to the heart of the matter. I’ve heard many of his guests on other shows but he gets a different and better interview out of them because he is wi... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mistah HC
    United States10 months ago
  • Left wing talking points

    One left wing talking point and smear after another. It’s boring to be honest with you. Inferior to conservative shows by a wide margin.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    AlTomk
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners appreciate the diverse, thought-provoking guests featured on the show, highlighting unique insights on American political culture.
The host's delivery is often described as passionate and engaging, with many enjoying the blend of humor and serious reflection throughout episodes.
Some feedback indicates that the show can be polarizing, particularly among audiences with differing political views, often leading to both passionate support and sharp criticism.

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Ep. 441: From The Boondocks to Crownsville: Rodney Barnes Reflects on a Life in Storytelling
Q: How have you managed those big decisions?
Rodney explains that he considers his family in every big decision, thinking about the ramifications for them rather than acting on impulse.
Ep. 441: From The Boondocks to Crownsville: Rodney Barnes Reflects on a Life in Storytelling
Q: What is the role of humility and balance in humility?
Rodney articulates that humility requires understanding your moral code while balancing it with the need to lead and make difficult decisions.
Ep. 438: America's Addiction to Gun Violence, Racism, and White Rage Will Be Its Downfall
Q: How do you feel knowing your book's going to be banned?
I am feeling like I'm in great company and that I'm doing the work that needs to be done.
Ep. 437: "Our Enemies Will Vanish" -- Everyday People and Ukraine's War for Independence
Q: What will that mean for Ukraine if the US pulls its support?
Trofiomov warns that reduced support will directly increase Ukrainian casualties and undermine the country's resistance efforts.
Ep. 437: "Our Enemies Will Vanish" -- Everyday People and Ukraine's War for Independence
Q: What does home mean for you right now?
Trofiomov discusses the emotional turmoil of seeing his home under siege and how the concept of safety has changed for Ukrainians.

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7. Dr. Brittany Friedman
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