We’re getting “back to Bono” with Sophia Bush. Don’t worry, it’ll make sense later. Sophia shares with Kasich & Klepper why she’s so passionate about activism (and why you should be too!), why we’re all dealing with pushback and negativity these days, and whether Kasich will get to be the officiant at her wedding. Oh, and be sure to watch Sophia on the new CBS drama, Good Sam. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ..read more

This K&K episode contains a discussion on gun violence, death, grief and other difficult topics. Gun control activist Fred Guttenberg joins K&K this week for an in-depth discussion about gun violence in the U.S. After Guttenberg’s 14-year-old daughter Jaime was murdered in the Parkland school shooting on Feb 14, 2018, he channeled his rage and grief into anti-gun violence advocacy. In this episode, he talks with Kasich and Klepper about the politicization of gun control, the next steps government leaders need to take, and how American citizens can create change. To learn more about how ..read more

You will be absolutely CHARMED by this week’s guest! Alyssa Milano has been in the entertainment industry since she was a kid, starring in hit shows like “Who’s the Boss?” and “Charmed,” but her career in activism is just as lengthy and impressive as her time in Hollywood. She’s fought for HIV/AIDS awareness, reproductive health rights, the #MeToo movement and spoken before Congress. Now, she's speaking with Kasich & Klepper about everything from representation in Hollywood, the power of entertainment, and the role of advocacy in art. Alyssa also talks about her call to activism, find ..read more

The Doctor is in! This week, Surgeon General of the United States Dr. Vivek Murthy joins the podcast for a healthy dose of Kasich & Klepper. In this episode, America’s Doctor answers questions about the continuing COVID health crisis including the need for continued response funding, COVID best practices, and the future of the pandemic. He also talks about the epidemic of loneliness and isolation among Americans, the youth mental health crisis, and how connection can help serve as an antidote to those problems. Jordan then takes the opportunity for a not-so-routine personal check-up. To le ..read more

Houston, we have a podcast! Former NASA astronaut Mike Massimino joins the podcast this week for an episode that is truly out of this world. He opens up about the precious “pale blue dot” we all live on, the importance of keeping it safe, and how Earth’s future is tied to the stars. Mike also shares his thoughts on private space programs like SpaceX, Blue Origin, and the commercialization of space travel by billionaires like Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Richard Branson. And, for those adults who find their head in the stars, Klepper asks if it’s possible to still be a kid (at heart) who dreams o ..read more

When you’re an eleven-time NBA All-Star, you’ve dealt with years of being double-teamed on the court, but nothing prepares you for the matchup of Kasich & Klepper. NBA Hall of Famer Chris Bosh reveals the struggles he dealt with mentally when his NBA career was cut short, how the game helped him learn fundamental things about himself beyond the court, and how he encourages others to find their “why” in life. They also talk about Tom Brady, being on the receiving end of trash talk from his idol, Kevin Garnett, and how Bosh nearly played another iconic Hall of Famer on the HBO Max show, Winn ..read more

Language is an incredibly powerful tool, whether we use it to express, limit, or hide ourselves, and few know that better than this week's guest, poet David Whyte. David speaks candidly with Kasich & Klepper about how to have a REAL conversation, how his background in the hard sciences influenced his art, learning the poetry of the business world, and the role of fear and trauma in communication. David Whyte's latest collection of poems, titled "Still Possible" is available now and go to davidwhyte.com to find more of his work and information on his current virtual seminar ..read more

Like an expertly crafted cocktail, this week’s guest features the perfect mix of ingredients: delightful, sweet, hilarious, an award-winning director, creator, writer, producer, actor, and author. The always enjoyable Paul Feig joins Kasich & Klepper to talk about how his small town, Michigan roots shaped his comedy, whether being as funny as Melissa McCarthy or Chris Farley is just in their DNA, how streaming services have changed the culture beyond Hollywood, and why Trump and social media will never have the final say on the Ghostbusters reboot. Watch Paul Feig’s two new series coming o ..read more

WARNING! You may learn something from this week's guest… or you might end up wanting to get into the garage door business with Kasich & Klepper. When one door closes another garage door opens! Finance expert and bestselling author Morgan Housel breaks down the behaviors and confusion surrounding how we look at money, navigating today's inflation fears, and shares his advice for how to find economic independence and freedom. Morgan's latest book, "The Psychology of Money: Timeless Lessons on Wealth, Greed, and Happiness", is available now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.f ..read more

Music has the power to connect, to bring you to tears and move something deep inside your soul - that's why Kasich & Klepper are excited to announce their new band with today's guest! Okay, not really, but you never know! Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Margo Price shares her early struggles to break out in the Nashville music scene, her feelings on the Spotify boycott by artists like Neil Young & Joni Mitchell, the influence and legacy left behind by the late musicians John Prine and Tom Petty, and also why you won't see her ever hanging out with Jason Aldean. So, kick off your boo ..read more