Bob Cesca – The Bob Cesca Show | News and Politics Podcast https://www.bobcesca.com We Cover The World Wed, 11 Mar 2026 19:26:14 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.1.9 22972724 The Bob Cesca Interview: Donna Halper Day 3/11/26 https://www.bobcesca.com/the-bob-cesca-interview-donna-halper-day-3-11-26/ Wed, 11 Mar 2026 19:26:14 +0000 https://www.bobcesca.com/?p=168195 Donna Halper Day -- In case you're just joining us, Donna is a college professor and media historian. She's also the former radio deejay who first discovered my favorite band Rush – she was the first to play their music on WMMS in Cleveland. And she writes a blog called Dialog and Discourse – dhalperblog.blogspot.com. Meantime, make sure to support this podcast at patreon.com/bobcescashow. Music by Brother Dynamite. Brought to you by Russ Rybicki, SharePower Responsible Investing. Support our new sponsor and get free shipping at Quince.com/bob ! Sign up for Buzz Burbank's Substack.]]>

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Donna Halper Day -- In case you're just joining us, Donna is a college professor and media historian. She's also the former radio deejay who first discovered my favorite band Rush – she was the first to play their music on WMMS in Cleveland. And she writes a blog called Dialog and Discourse – dhalperblog.blogspot.com. Meantime, make sure to support this podcast at patreon.com/bobcescashow. Music by Brother Dynamite. Brought to you by Russ Rybicki, SharePower Responsible Investing. Support our new sponsor and get free shipping at Quince.com/bob ! Sign up for Buzz Burbank's Substack.

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The Bob Cesca Show 3/10/26 https://www.bobcesca.com/the-bob-cesca-show-3-10-26/ Tue, 10 Mar 2026 21:19:16 +0000 https://www.bobcesca.com/?p=168192 Everyone's Stupid Except Me -- Our Iran War coverage continues. Pete Hegseth warns of the most intense day of war so far. Iranian official threatens Donald. Is the war complete or not? Donald calls the war an "excursion." It was a Tomahawk Missile that struck the girls' school. No evidence Iran's Research Reactor was being used for nuclear weapons. Iran is activating sleeper cells. No one wants this war. No one wants Donald. Donald said soldiers wounded by roadside bombs are "walking around with no legs." Ben Shapiro writes off dead children as "collateral damage." Hero of Democracy: Reporter Shawn McCreesh. Another predictably shitty jobs report. Epstein prison guards discussed coverup of Epstein's death. With Jody Hamilton, David Ferguson, music by The Burning Limos, The Burnt Pines, and more! Brought to you by Russ Rybicki, SharePower Responsible Investing. Support our new sponsor and get free shipping at Quince.com/bob ! Sign up for Buzz Burbank's Substack.]]>

Everyone's Stupid Except Me -- Our Iran War coverage continues. Pete Hegseth warns of the most intense day of war so far. Iranian official threatens Donald. Is the war complete or not? Donald calls the war an "excursion." It was a Tomahawk Missile that struck the girls' school. No evidence Iran's Research Reactor was being used for nuclear weapons. Iran is activating sleeper cells. No one wants this war. No one wants Donald. Donald said soldiers wounded by roadside bombs are "walking around with no legs." Ben Shapiro writes off dead children as "collateral damage." Hero of Democracy: Reporter Shawn McCreesh. Another predictably shitty jobs report. Epstein prison guards discussed coverup of Epstein's death. With Jody Hamilton, David Ferguson, music by The Burning Limos, The Burnt Pines, and more! Brought to you by Russ Rybicki, SharePower Responsible Investing. Support our new sponsor and get free shipping at Quince.com/bob ! Sign up for Buzz Burbank's Substack.

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The Bob Cesca Show 3/5/26 https://www.bobcesca.com/the-bob-cesca-show-3-5-26/ Thu, 05 Mar 2026 21:42:29 +0000 https://www.bobcesca.com/?p=168182 Screaming Panic -- Kristi Noem fired! Markwayne Mullin nominated to replace her. Pete Hegseth is a monster. Thousands of Americans are stranded in the Middle East. Panic in the White House over gas prices. The nukes pretext is back. Republicans block legislation to restrict Donald's war powers. Military commanders are fighting for Armageddon. Thousands attend funeral for children killed in U.S. airstrike. Thom Tillis hammers Kristi Noem about killing a puppy. Recap of the Tuesday primaries. Donald took credit for 17 Republican wins on Tuesday. The Shamwow guy ran and lost as a MAGA Republican. With Jody Hamilton, David Ferguson, music by Logan Piercey, Natalie and the Monarchy, and more! Brought to you by Russ Rybicki, SharePower Responsible Investing. Support our new sponsor and get free shipping at Quince.com/bob ! Sign up for Buzz Burbank's Substack.]]>

Screaming Panic -- Kristi Noem fired! Markwayne Mullin nominated to replace her. Pete Hegseth is a monster. Thousands of Americans are stranded in the Middle East. Panic in the White House over gas prices. The nukes pretext is back. Republicans block legislation to restrict Donald's war powers. Military commanders are fighting for Armageddon. Thousands attend funeral for children killed in U.S. airstrike. Thom Tillis hammers Kristi Noem about killing a puppy. Recap of the Tuesday primaries. Donald took credit for 17 Republican wins on Tuesday. The Shamwow guy ran and lost as a MAGA Republican. With Jody Hamilton, David Ferguson, music by Logan Piercey, Natalie and the Monarchy, and more! Brought to you by Russ Rybicki, SharePower Responsible Investing. Support our new sponsor and get free shipping at Quince.com/bob ! Sign up for Buzz Burbank's Substack.

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The Bob Cesca Interview: Buzz Burbank Day 3/4/26 https://www.bobcesca.com/the-bob-cesca-interview-buzz-burbank-day-3-4-26/ Wed, 04 Mar 2026 21:18:29 +0000 https://www.bobcesca.com/?p=168179 Buzz Burbank Day -- If you're new to the podcast, I first met Buzz in 1993 when I interned for both him and the Don & Mike Show, then we co-hosted the Tuesday episodes of this show from 2017 through 2024, and now Buzz is a Wednesday regular. Today we talked about Iran, the Epstein Files, the lawsuit against Trump National Golf Club in New Jersey, we talked about the Actor Awards and some of our favorite TV shows and movies, and so much more. Stick around for this one. Oh, and make sure to subscribe to Buzz's Substack at michaeljelstonbuzz.substack.com. Meantime, make sure to support this podcast at patreon.com/bobcescashow. Music by the Natalie Cortez Band.]]>

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Buzz Burbank Day -- If you're new to the podcast, I first met Buzz in 1993 when I interned for both him and the Don & Mike Show, then we co-hosted the Tuesday episodes of this show from 2017 through 2024, and now Buzz is a Wednesday regular. Today we talked about Iran, the Epstein Files, the lawsuit against Trump National Golf Club in New Jersey, we talked about the Actor Awards and some of our favorite TV shows and movies, and so much more. Stick around for this one. Oh, and make sure to subscribe to Buzz's Substack at michaeljelstonbuzz.substack.com. Meantime, make sure to support this podcast at patreon.com/bobcescashow. Music by the Natalie Cortez Band.

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The Bob Cesca Show 3/3/26 https://www.bobcesca.com/the-bob-cesca-show-3-3-26/ Tue, 03 Mar 2026 22:23:00 +0000 https://www.bobcesca.com/?p=168176 Little Captain Hemorrhoid -- Donald's War in Iran. This is entirely because Donald hates Barack Obama and so he tore up the JCPOA. The Pentagon told Congress there was no imminent threat from Iran. The bombing of a girls' school in Minab and the Elon Musk fueled disinformation campaign about it. Marines shot protesters in Pakistan. Oil prices are predictability rising as the Dow falls. Tiny Trump on why Americans weren't evacuated. You were warned: MAGA fanboys who are pissed about the war in Iran. Donald's neck looks painful and we're here for it. Hillary's deposition in the House Oversight Committee. With Jody Hamilton, David Ferguson, music by Richard Turgeon, The Husht, and more! Brought to you by Russ Rybicki, SharePower Responsible Investing. Support our new sponsor and get free shipping at Quince.com/bob ! Sign up for Buzz Burbank's Substack.]]>

Little Captain Hemorrhoid -- Donald's War in Iran. This is entirely because Donald hates Barack Obama and so he tore up the JCPOA. The Pentagon told Congress there was no imminent threat from Iran. The bombing of a girls' school in Minab and the Elon Musk fueled disinformation campaign about it. Marines shot protesters in Pakistan. Oil prices are predictability rising as the Dow falls. Tiny Trump on why Americans weren't evacuated. You were warned: MAGA fanboys who are pissed about the war in Iran. Donald's neck looks painful and we're here for it. Hillary's deposition in the House Oversight Committee. With Jody Hamilton, David Ferguson, music by Richard Turgeon, The Husht, and more! Brought to you by Russ Rybicki, SharePower Responsible Investing. Support our new sponsor and get free shipping at Quince.com/bob ! Sign up for Buzz Burbank's Substack.

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The Bob Cesca Show 2/26/26 https://www.bobcesca.com/the-bob-cesca-show-2-26-26/ Thu, 26 Feb 2026 21:24:56 +0000 https://www.bobcesca.com/?p=168167 Wellness Influencer -- The State of the Union was nightmarishly damaging. A word about crime and liberty. Donald's allegedly "roaring economy." The true story of Sage Blair. Why we can't abandon the trans community. New anti-trans law in Kansas. Donald stole another Democratic accomplishment and claimed it's his own. Hillary Clinton testified about Jeffrey Epstein. Jim Comer might subpoena Howard Lutnick. The Trump oligarchs are withholding Medicaid funds from Minnesota. Trump nominated a wellness influencer to be Surgeon General. Donald's latest scam to undermine the ACA and make healthcare more expensive. With Jody Hamilton, David Ferguson, music by Freekbass, Brother Dynamite, and more! Brought to you by Russ Rybicki, SharePower Responsible Investing. Support our new sponsor and get free shipping at Quince.com/bob ! Sign up for Buzz Burbank's Substack.]]>

Wellness Influencer -- The State of the Union was nightmarishly damaging. A word about crime and liberty. Donald's allegedly "roaring economy." The true story of Sage Blair. Why we can't abandon the trans community. New anti-trans law in Kansas. Donald stole another Democratic accomplishment and claimed it's his own. Hillary Clinton testified about Jeffrey Epstein. Jim Comer might subpoena Howard Lutnick. The Trump oligarchs are withholding Medicaid funds from Minnesota. Trump nominated a wellness influencer to be Surgeon General. Donald's latest scam to undermine the ACA and make healthcare more expensive. With Jody Hamilton, David Ferguson, music by Freekbass, Brother Dynamite, and more! Brought to you by Russ Rybicki, SharePower Responsible Investing. Support our new sponsor and get free shipping at Quince.com/bob ! Sign up for Buzz Burbank's Substack.

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The Bob Cesca Interview: Driftglass Day 2/25/26 https://www.bobcesca.com/the-bob-cesca-interview-driftglass-day-2-25-26/ Wed, 25 Feb 2026 22:29:34 +0000 https://www.bobcesca.com/?p=168164 Driftglass Day -- You know Driftglass from the Professional Left Podcast – proleftpod.com – with his wife and co-host Blue Gal. He's also a regular on our Wednesday shows, and one of the smartest podcasters around. Today we talked about the State of the Union and some of the reasons why too many Americans believe what happened last night is perfectly normal. And if you value independent media, make sure to support the Professional Left Podcast at patreon.com/proleftpod. Meantime, make sure to support this podcast at patreon.com/bobcescashow. Music by James Lee Stanley.]]>

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Driftglass Day -- You know Driftglass from the Professional Left Podcast – proleftpod.com – with his wife and co-host Blue Gal. He's also a regular on our Wednesday shows, and one of the smartest podcasters around. Today we talked about the State of the Union and some of the reasons why too many Americans believe what happened last night is perfectly normal. And if you value independent media, make sure to support the Professional Left Podcast at patreon.com/proleftpod. Meantime, make sure to support this podcast at patreon.com/bobcescashow. Music by James Lee Stanley.

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The Bob Cesca Show 2/24/26 https://www.bobcesca.com/the-bob-cesca-show-2-24-26/ Tue, 24 Feb 2026 21:59:12 +0000 https://www.bobcesca.com/?p=168160 You Need A Jacket In Space -- Breaking News about the Epstein Files. The coverup continues. Donald's alleged assault of a 13-year-old posted then deleted. Trump FBI told NYPD to stand down Epstein investigation, circa 2019. Peter Attia is officially leaving CBS News over his relationship with Epstein. ”The Epstein Administration”. Another creepy Republican predator. We found actual election fraud. Trump is right! The Virginia gerrymander referendum is moving forward. Trump DOD cuts deal with Elon Musk's child porn AI platform. Would-be assassin was MAGA. US military presence grows ahead of possible Iran attack. "Raisin Caine" is covering his ass. Good news about Jeanine Pirro and Donald's approval polling numbers. With Jody Hamilton, David Ferguson, music by Matt Jaffe, James Lee Stanley, and more! Brought to you by Russ Rybicki, SharePower Responsible Investing. Support our new sponsor and get free shipping at Quince.com/bob ! Sign up for Buzz Burbank's Substack.]]>

You Need A Jacket In Space -- Breaking News about the Epstein Files. The coverup continues. Donald's alleged assault of a 13-year-old posted then deleted. Trump FBI told NYPD to stand down Epstein investigation, circa 2019. Peter Attia is officially leaving CBS News over his relationship with Epstein. ”The Epstein Administration”. Another creepy Republican predator. We found actual election fraud. Trump is right! The Virginia gerrymander referendum is moving forward. Trump DOD cuts deal with Elon Musk's child porn AI platform. Would-be assassin was MAGA. US military presence grows ahead of possible Iran attack. "Raisin Caine" is covering his ass. Good news about Jeanine Pirro and Donald's approval polling numbers. With Jody Hamilton, David Ferguson, music by Matt Jaffe, James Lee Stanley, and more! Brought to you by Russ Rybicki, SharePower Responsible Investing. Support our new sponsor and get free shipping at Quince.com/bob ! Sign up for Buzz Burbank's Substack.

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The Bob Cesca Show 2/19/26 https://www.bobcesca.com/the-bob-cesca-show-2-19-26/ Thu, 19 Feb 2026 22:01:00 +0000 https://www.bobcesca.com/?p=168150 Who Does Number Two Work For? -- That super gross Kid Rock RFK workout video. State of the Union next Tuesday and the Democrats are planning a boycott. Eff you, Susan Collins for planning to vote for the SAVE Act. Voter fraud doesn't exist! The alleged sex criminal formerly known as Prince Andrew was arrested. Kevin Hassett threatens to discipline NY Fed staffers who told the truth about tariffs. Despite Donald's tariffs, the trade deficit hit a record high last year. The new U2 protest song. Donald considering war against Iran. Again. Study shows X algorithms make users more conservative. With Jody Hamilton, David Ferguson, music by Feed Your Wolves, Powder Pink and Sweet, and more! Brought to you by Russ Rybicki, SharePower Responsible Investing. Support our new sponsor and get free shipping at Quince.com/bob ! Sign up for Buzz Burbank's Substack.]]>

Who Does Number Two Work For? -- That super gross Kid Rock RFK workout video. State of the Union next Tuesday and the Democrats are planning a boycott. Eff you, Susan Collins for planning to vote for the SAVE Act. Voter fraud doesn't exist! The alleged sex criminal formerly known as Prince Andrew was arrested. Kevin Hassett threatens to discipline NY Fed staffers who told the truth about tariffs. Despite Donald's tariffs, the trade deficit hit a record high last year. The new U2 protest song. Donald considering war against Iran. Again. Study shows X algorithms make users more conservative. With Jody Hamilton, David Ferguson, music by Feed Your Wolves, Powder Pink and Sweet, and more! Brought to you by Russ Rybicki, SharePower Responsible Investing. Support our new sponsor and get free shipping at Quince.com/bob ! Sign up for Buzz Burbank's Substack.

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The Bob Cesca Interview: Tim Russ Returns 2/18/26 https://www.bobcesca.com/the-bob-cesca-interview-tim-russ-returns-2-18-26/ Wed, 18 Feb 2026 23:33:11 +0000 https://www.bobcesca.com/?p=168146 Tim Russ Returns -- You might know Tim as Tuvok from Star Trek Voyager and Picard Season 3. He has recently appeared on Poker Face with Natasha Lyonne, he's been on NCIS, and Suits on Netflix. He's also an astronomer and a musician -- his band The Tim Russ Crew is performing again at the Kibitz Room in LA on Friday March 13. Go to timrusswebpage.com for more. And perhaps most importantly, we broke some news today about whether he'll be reprising his role in the forthcoming sequel to Spaceballs. Meantime, make sure to support this podcast at patreon.com/bobcescashow. Music by the John Payton Project.]]>

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Tim Russ Returns -- You might know Tim as Tuvok from Star Trek Voyager and Picard Season 3. He has recently appeared on Poker Face with Natasha Lyonne, he's been on NCIS, and Suits on Netflix. He's also an astronomer and a musician -- his band The Tim Russ Crew is performing again at the Kibitz Room in LA on Friday March 13. Go to timrusswebpage.com for more. And perhaps most importantly, we broke some news today about whether he'll be reprising his role in the forthcoming sequel to Spaceballs. Meantime, make sure to support this podcast at patreon.com/bobcescashow. Music by the John Payton Project.

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