Can We Please Talk? is a weekly news commentary podcast hosted by Mike Leon and Nick Zaveri. Each episode breaks down the latest headlines and features interviews with award-winning journalists, correspondents, government officials, best-selling authors, members of Congress, and other knowledgeable guests. The show aims to provide analysis and informed perspective on current events. It is part of the Leon Media Network, LLC.
Episodes
Election Night in America!
Mike & Nick on election night in America - House, Senate, and Gubernatorial races that went the Democrats way, plus, Maya King of The NY Times joined us from Detroit on the Michigan Senate race, and Sabrina Rodriguez from the WSJ joined us from Austin, to talk about Democrats big night in Texas.Can We Please Talk? is presented by our friends over at Fresh Roasted Coffee LLC. The best tasting c
One week away
Mike & Nick preview next week's midterm elections. Key races to watch, predictions, latest polling analyzed, plus, attorney Jeremy Rosenthal at the Texas Defense Firm helps us break down the DOJ's lawsuit impacting Alaska's Senate race & AI-generated ads in Mississippi's Senate race, that may be illegal.Can We Please Talk? is presented by our friends over at Fresh Roasted C
This time, it happened in Bend, Oregon...
Mike & Nick on the latest school shooting that happened in Bend, Oregon, Press Coordinator for Democrats Abroad, Robert Gerrard joins the show to talk about the group's effort to register Americans abroad to vote for this midterm cycle, plus, a tragic military demonstration goes wrong at a UTSA vs Navy game that brings into question why we are even doing these type of things in the first p
"On Thursdays, we publicly execute.."
Mike & Nick on the federal authorities search of Congresswoman Ilhan Omar's home in D.C., fmr. Army JAG & founder of the Jordan UCMJ Law Group, attorney Joseph Jordan stops by to discuss the planned public execution of fmr. Army Major Nidal Hasan on Dec 3rd, plus, Thom Tillis's book tour is not going as well as he hoped.Can We Please Talk? is presented by our friends over at Fresh
Cornell, New Mexico, Iowa, Atlanta.
Mike & Nick on the Cornell University alleged rape & sexual assault case, Congressman Gabe Vasquez (D-NM) joins the pod to discuss his re-election campaign in New Mexico and the main issues his constituents are facing, plus, we teach a Senator from Missouri on the difference between a HAWK and a HAWKEYE.Can We Please Talk? is presented by our friends over at Fresh Roasted Coffee LLC. The b
"You're banning me??"
Mike & Nick on President Trump's White House ban instituted on CNN, MS NOW & Politico, what this all means & more plus, Wall Street Journal national politics reporter Sabrina Rodriguez on the ban, her recent reporting from the Republican midterm convention in Texas, and is the 'Trump effect' losing its luster for this midterm.Can We Please Talk? is presented by our friends over at Fres
"Most people don't know there's a B in Dumb..."
Mike & Nick on the GOP Midterm convention in Dallas, TX, speeches from the night. Is this a smart idea to do? Daysi Calavia-Robertson from NJ.com stops by to talking immigration news in New Jersey, plus, Mayor Mamdani releases information that could have possibly saved a lot of lives after 9/11.Can We Please Talk? is presented by our friends over at Fresh Roasted Coffee LLC. The best ta
"Working 9 to 5, making up pretend issues..."
Mike & Nick on Darline Graham (fmr. South Carolina senator Lindsey Graham's sister) winning the Republican primary and now heads to the general election this fall to potentially represent the state, Enes Kanter's new obsession with playing in the WNBA, and a music legend & icon is gone at the age of 80 (RIP Dolly Parton).Can We Please Talk? is presented by our friends over at Fresh Roasted
Give Peace a chance!
Mike & Nick on the battle for Michigan for Dems this fall after Abdul El-Sayed's win in the primary, plus, House candidate Rachel Peace (D-NJ) joins us to talk about her challenge this upcoming election unseating an incumbent of 40+ years in New Jersey's district 4. Can We Please Talk? is presented by our friends over at Fresh Roasted Coffee LLC. The best tasting coffee, while you listen
"One is a doctor, the other did blow off a toilet..."
Mike & Nick on the recent Senate committee hearing targeting Dr. Anthony Fauci, RFK's recent interview on CNN with Dana Bash, plus, Arizona State University wants to teach you how to be an influencer - for the right price of course.The study mentioned in this episode can be found at - https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9257510/ Can We Please Talk? is presented by our friends over at Fr
"Informing the public, without alarming the public"
Mike & Nick on the President Trump's speech last week featuring rehashed election fraud claims, Exec. Dir. of the Committee to Protect Health Care and co-host of the 'Paging America' podcast, Dr. Rob Davidson stops by to discuss the lettuce contamination health scare & Legionnaires disease outbreak in NYC, plus, a Senator's sister may be getting a new full-time job, but Did she Earn It?Can
Deaths, disappearances & journalists investigated
Mike & Nick on the sudden passing of Senator Lindsey Graham, host of Here's Why w/ Kevin', Kevin Ortega-Rojas stops by to discuss his reporting and the facts surrounding the death of Nolan Xavier Wells in Mississippi, plus, NY Times journalists are being investigated by the DOJ for doing their jobs.Can We Please Talk? is presented by our friends over at Fresh Roasted Coffee LLC. The best
Mitch, Platner's last ditch, Red card on the pitch
Mike & Nick on the latest with Sen. Mitch McConnell's health & swirling allegations, Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner's latest scandal unfolding, plus, a red card rescinded thanks to a phone call from the President (spoiler alert - it made no difference).Can We Please Talk? is presented by our friends over at Fresh Roasted Coffee LLC. The best tasting coffee, alongside the best n
One-on-one w/ Congressman Glenn Ivey
Mike is joined by Congressman Glenn Ivey (D-MD) to discuss the war in Iran latest, recent court decisions for & against the Trump admin, Sec. Hegseth's recent promotions that have raised eyebrows, how the Congressman is fighting an issue locally, plus, is there a shift in his party with the recent primary elections that have happened?If you want to donate to the relief & recovery efforts i
UFC Freedom 250. Gas (is) Four 50.
Mike is joined by fmr. federal prosecutor & host of the 'At-lyse You Heard it Here' podcast, Alyse Adamson, to discuss the UFC event that took place on the White House lawn, the spectacle of it all, a post fight interview that made headlines, the late legal challenge to the event even happening, plus, a recent Supreme Court decision that may have been missed by the public. Can We Please Talk?
"The bar now, is criminal activity"
Mike & Nick on the latest in the war in Iran, plus a look at candidates across races in 2026, and how their troubled pasts (and presents) are getting overlooked. Can We Please Talk? is presented by our friends over at Fresh Roasted Coffee LLC. The best tasting coffee, alongside the best news commentary podcast keeping you informed in 2026! Visit this link - https://lddy.no/1hvgr &am
More things change, more they stay the same
Mike & Nick with the latest on the shooting at a mosque in San Diego, fmr Army JAG & the founder of the Jordan UCMJ Law Group, Joseph Jordan joined us to break down Sec Hegseth's threats to Sen. Mark Kelly, are former service members free speech under attack, plus, 1.776 billion dollars to who now? Can We Please Talk? is presented by our friends over at Fresh Roasted Coffee LLC. The
The latest headlines w/ Pamela Brown
Mike is joined by CNN co-anchor of 'The Situation Room', Pamela Brown, to discuss her point of view at the White House Correspondents Dinner, her recent reporting on Rep. Eric Swalwell, the allegations & potential criminal charges he may face, her interview with Pastor Doug Wilson on his view of Christianity, plus a look at other news making headlines in D.C. & beyond.Can We Please Talk? i
What happened at the White House Correspondents Dinner?
Mike & Nick with the latest from the shooting that happened at the White House Correspondents Dinner this past weekend. Hear from journalists in the room, the suspect in question, the charges he is facing, what the White House is saying, the political finger pointing & more.Can We Please Talk? is presented by our friends over at Fresh Roasted Coffee LLC. The best tasting coffee, alon
Next stop - Resignation Station
Mike & Nick are joined by fmr. State Dept spokesperson, fmr. advisor to Sec. Kerry and Fox News contributor, Marie Harf, to break down the latest on the war in Iran, mixed messages coming from the White House & the Pentagon on when this will end, plus, two members of Congress resigning with sexual assault allegations and why both sides of the aisle, need to call behavior like this out more
War continues, Bondi out, Scott Colom for Senate
Mike is joined by current U.S. Senate candidate in Mississippi, fmr. prosecutor Scott Colom (D-MS) to discuss why he's running for Senate in his home state, what the Trump administration policies have done to residents of Mississippi, plus, the latest on the war in Iran, a successful rescue mission for the missing U.S. airmen, and how Pam Bondi now has more free time to check the Dow Jones. Can W
"The war is very complete, pretty much....."
Mike is joined by former Lead ISR coordinator for the U.S. Army and the host of 'This Week Explained', Kervin Aucoin to discuss the latest developments on the war in Iran. This episode is presented by -Can We Please Talk? is presented by our friends over at Fresh Roasted Coffee LLC. The best tasting coffee, with the best news commentary podcast, keeping you informed in 2026! Visit this
"Insane in the Markwayne..."
Mike & Nick on the confirmation hearing of Senator Markwayne Mullin to run Homeland Security, a recent resignation by someone in the administration over the Iran war, plus, fmr. assistant to President Biden and Democratic strategist, Meghan Hays stops by to discuss why you can't tune out what is happening in American politics.Can We Please Talk? is presented by our friends over at Fresh Roaste
War in Iran | Talarico's W | Noem's L
Mike & Nick with the latest on the war in Iran, Sr. advisor to James Talarico's campaign and President of Solidarity Strategies, Chuck Rocha stops by to talk about how Talarico won the primary in Texas and the road ahead to November's general election, plus, a $220 million dollar taxpayer farewell to someone you've seen on your tv. Can We Please Talk? is presented by our friends over at Fresh
"There's a war in the streets, and a war in the Middle East"
Mike & Nick on the war in Iran, as the President Trump authorized military strikes over the weekend, killing Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Former Deputy Assistant Secretary of State under President Obama & author of 'The Briefing Book' on Substack, Joel Rubin, joined the guys to analyze what happened, the political fallout at home, and what should happen next for the peop
The State of our union..
Mike & Nick on the State of the Union speech, plus a panel discussion on the speech with the host of 'Ringside Politics', Jeff Crouere.Can We Please Talk? is presented by our friends over at Fresh Roasted Coffee LLC. The best tasting coffee is back, along with the best news commentary podcast keeping you informed in 2026! Visit this link - https://lddy.no/1hvgr & use the promo co
"So the FCC won't let me be..."
Mike & Nick on the FCC/CBS controversy over the airing of James Talarico's interview with Stephen Colbert, the passing of Reverend Jesse Jackson, plus Immigration Correspondent at NPR, Ximena Bustillo joins to discuss the partial government shutdown happening over I.C.E. funding.Can We Please Talk? is presented by our friends over at Fresh Roasted Coffee LLC. The best tasting coffee is ba
Nancy Guthrie latest; What's going on on Capitol Hill
Mike is joined by former FBI Supervisory special agent Scott Duffey to examine the doorbell camera video in the Nancy Guthrie kidnapping and what details and clues it could potentially help law enforcement with on solving this case, plus Senator Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) stops by to discuss the latest from Capitol Hill - ICE funding, Trump administration suing the IRS & how taxpayers could be on th
"Are we mad Don, are we?"...
Mike & Nick on the recent arrest of fmr. CNN anchor & journalist Don Lemon, the particulars surrounding the protest he attended at a church and the 1st amendment brushing up against the FACE Act, plus, fmr. federal prosecutor & host of 'At-lyse You Heard It Here' podcast, Alyse Adamson, explains the past month in Minnesota from a legal perspective, and what to make of the recent Epste
“Nothing about what is going on here is normal”
Mike & Nick on the past week in Minnesota, the recent DHS report on the Alex Pretti encounter with CBP officers, plus, Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) joined to discuss her 'no' vote on additional funding for Homeland Security unless guardrails are put in place, a potential looming government shutdown, and what she wants her fellow colleagues in Congress to start doing together - legislati
Reporting live from Minneapolis.
Host of the 'Grounded' podcast, journalist, Scripps News anchor Maritsa Georgiou, joins Mike from the ground in Minneapolis to explain the mood in her home state of Minnesota, what she is hearing from friends, family, local & state officials, and why the administration is lying about the video evidence in this latest incident.Can We Please Talk? is presented by our friends over at Fresh Roaste
"Holla 'we want Greenland, we want Greenland, yeah'"
Mike & Nick on President Trump's tariff threats to the UK & seven other Nato-allied countries until a deal is reached to purchase Greenland, the potential threat of military force and what this would mean, plus, CNN sr. legal analyst & former federal prosecutor Elie Honig stops by to examine all that has happened the past month in Minnesota. Can We Please Talk? is presented by our frie
"Watch the video.."
Mike & Nick on the Renee Good killing in Minnesota, the subsequent protests nationwide, Executive Director at the ACLU in Washington D.C., Monica Hopkins joins to explain your rights and the work the ACLU is doing to inform the public, plus part two of our interview with FL D-27 Congressional candidate Robin Peguero. Can We Please Talk? is presented by our friends over at Fresh Roasted Coffee
"Soldado avisado no muere en guerra"
Mike & Nick on the U.S.'s capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro, the fallout, and what comes next. Joining them to discuss - fmr. lead ISR coordinator for the U.S. Army & host of This Week Explained, Kervin Aucoin, GZERO Media correspondent Alex Kliment, and fmr. prosecutor & congressional candidate in FL's 27th district, Robin Peguero.This episode is brought to you by - Fre
The 2025 Yearender
Mike & Nick look at the year that was, top stories, hand out some presents and some lumps of coal for a few folks in 2025. Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!This episode is presented by -Fresh Roasted Coffee LLC. Have a cup of the best tasting coffee that helps Mike & Nick break down the latest news & politics! Visit this link - https://lddy.no/1hvgr & use the promo c
Brown, Australia, Reiner, Trump..
Mike is joined by guest co-host, Washington Post National politics reporter Sabrina Rodriguez, to talk about the shootings at Brown University & in Australia, President Trump's comments about the murder of Rob Reiner, plus, fmr. U.S. assistant attorney, Zeteo legal contributor & author of 'The Little Law School' on Substack, Kim Wehle stops by to examine the Supreme Court cases heard this
"No, the ACTUAL press core..."
Mike & Nick on Jasmine Crockett jumping into the Texas senate race for 2026, Netflix's potential merger with Mike's old job at WarnerMedia and what it all means, plus, Reuters Pentagon correspondent Idrees Ali on the boat strikes, Sec. Hegseth's shaky last few months, and how the actual Pentagon press core is still hard at work. This episode is brought to you by - Fresh Roasted Coffee LLC
Boats and O's (allegedly)...
Mike & Nick are joined by fmr. Deputy Assistant Secretary of State & author of The Briefing Book on Substack, Joel Rubin, to break down the boat strikes against alleged drug traffickers, the administrations communications around these events, the latest on the wars still happening in Ukraine & in Gaza, plus, Mike & Nick on a growing trend happening in Congress that is pointing towa
The pod recognizes the gentlemen from Maryland..
In this special Thanksgiving week episode, Congressman Johnny Olszewski (D-MD) joined Mike to discuss the Epstein files latest, the Trump admin's continued attack on drug boats& what Congress should be doing about it, the 2025 election wins for Dems & potential momentum into the midterms, and a government shutdown that is still looming around the corner in 2026.This episode is brought to y
A Dream Deferred
Mike & Nick on more drug boats being blown up by the U.S. government, author of 'A Dream Deferred: Jesse Jackson and the Fight for Black Political Power' & CNN Newsnight anchor Abby Phillip stops by to discuss her new book on Rev. Jackson and the way he created the modern Democratic coalition, plus, MTG is doing the craziest political 180 ever seen. But are you buying it? This episode is
Stop, drop, shut (em) down, open up the gov...
Mike & Nick on the Senate vote to get the government funded through Jan 30th of 2026, the political fallout, the pending House vote & what to watch for, founder of 'Here's Why w/ Kevin', Kevin Ortega-Rojas joined us to discuss the government shutdown, what he's heard from Democrats across the country after the elections, his rise in the independent media lane and what mainstream outlets sh
"Blue 25..Blue 25..election, election"
Mike & Nick recap the 2025 election. Republican strategist, fmr. Loudoun County (VA) official & author of 'The Six Secrets to Winning Any Local Election', Ken Reid stopped by to discuss the VA gubernatorial race, the effect of the government shutdown on the race, plus, NY Times politics reporter Maya King joined us to break down Zohran’s victory in NYC, what he promises to do on day one, a
"You have an illusion of choice"
Mike & Nick on a potential media consolidation that could change the landscape of how you get your news, fmr. CNN producer & author of '24 Hours at The Capitol', Nora Neus stops by to discuss her new book, the stories told to her that have never been heard before by the public about that day in January of 2021, plus, this NBA gambling scandal is presented by our friends over at Draftkings.
When we opening back up?
Mike & Nick on the government shutdown entering its third week, fmr. White House adviser Elizabeth Jamison explains the effects the shutdown is having on military families, NPR Pentagon reporter Tom Bowman joins to discuss the Pentagon press core walkout last week, plus, why turning to Stephen A Smith for political analysis is as dumb as turning to Stephen A Smith for political analysis. Thi
Ice Ice baby..
Mike & Nick on the stories, and data, behind ICE raids across the U.S., plus author of 'The Gods of New York', NY Times staff writer Jonathan Mahler stops by to discuss the book, and one character from it that rose to prominence during the 1980's in NYC, and is now front and center in American politics - Donald J. Trump. Can We Please Talk? is presented by our friends over at Fresh Roasted Co
A race against, and to end, terror..
Mike & Nick on the proposed ceasefire deal on the table to end the war in Gaza, CNN anchor & author of the new book 'Race Against Terror', Jake Tapper stops by to discuss the new book based on a true story in 2011, the ire on his last book about President Biden's decline, covering Trump 2.0, and finally, immigration attorney Susan Rosti explains immigration law updates you need to know.If
Five things you need to know
Mike & Nick on five news stories making headlines - two mass shootings in North Carolina & Michigan, President Trump threatening to send troops to Portland, a government shutdown looming, NYC Mayor Eric Adams ends his reelection campaign, plus, fmr. federal prosecutor Neama Rahmani joins us to break down the fifth story - the indictment of fmr. FBI Director James Comey.This episode is brou
"Ask your doctor if Tylenol is right for you.."
Mike & Nick on the FDA notifying doctors that the use of Tylenol during pregnancy can be associated with a “very increased risk of autism,” despite decades of evidence that it is safe, plus, Jimmy Kimmel's suspension, and return, all before 11:30 of the next week.This episode is brought to you by - Can We Please Talk? is presented by our friends over at Fresh Roasted Coffee LLC. Have
"We're not gonna solve it, because they don't want to solve it"
In this special episode, Mike recaps a recent tv panel exchange with conservative radio host Jeff Crouere of 'Ringside Politics' discussing Charlie Kirk's life, and the current state of the tone of American politics.This episode is brought to you by - Fresh Roasted Coffee LLC. Have a cup of the best tasting coffee that helps Mike & Nick break down the latest news & politics! 
Charlie Kirk killed
Mike, Nick, and fmr. federal prosecutor & host of 'At-lyse You Heard It Here', Alyse Adamson on the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk in Utah, the manhunt for the suspect, political rhetoric, violence towards politicians and commentators & more. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Florida gonna Floriduh
Mike & Nick on FL's Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo's unprecedented move to do something no state has done since 1980, plus, Reuters U.S. politics correspondent Nolan McCaskill is back to examine Congress's return from recess, those pesky Epstein files latest, and how a government shutdown is yet again looming. This episode is brought to you by - Can We Please Talk? is presented by our
"I fought the law and the, law won" w/ Joseph Moreno
Mike is joined by fmr. federal prosecutor Joseph Moreno to examine all the legal news, from National Guard troop deployment, Kilmar Abrego Garcia's case and other immigration news, the recent executive order around flag burning and freedom of speech, plus, Mike & Nick with a thought on the school shooting in Minnesota and the ONE constant denominator in all schools shootings that starts with t
Is it smoke or is it a fire?
Mike & Nick on a recent FBI search of a fmr. Trump official's home and office, which begs the question - righteous search or politically motivated? Plus, AP politics reporter Matthew Brown joined the pod to give the latest from his reporting, on the federal government's "takeover" of D.C. police, and what might happen next.This episode is brought to you by - Can We Please Talk? is present
Meet me in Alaska..
Fmr. U.S. Army Lt. Col. Darin Gaub stops by to discuss the meeting in Alaska between President Trump & Putin, are we any closer to seeing an end to the war in Ukraine, plus, Mike & Nick explain why you shouldn't be getting your American history lessons from the fitness instructor from 'The Biggest Loser'.Can We Please Talk? has partnered with Project Unite Humanity to help the relief effor
"All my exes (redistrict) in Texas"..
Mike & Nick are joined by Executive Director over at the Texas Signal, Jessica Montoya Coggins, to discuss the redistricting fight happening in Texas, the latest on the Texas Democrats who have left the state, plus, Mike & Nick on Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu's plan for taking control of Gaza City the protests happening in Israel over this, and a viral CNN panel exchange on this topic wit
"The party may have left me but I didn’t leave the party”
Mike & Nick are joined by geopolitics expert, principal at the Vental Strategic Advisory Group & Sr. Director at Our Republican Legacy, Rina Shah, to discuss the wars in Ukraine & Gaza, the tariffs impact here at home and the trade negotiations overall, plus, Mike & Nick on the recent NYC mass shooting.Can We Please Talk? has teamed up with Project Unite Humanity to help the humani
"If people don't hear us, we can't win."
Mike and guest co-host, founder & CEO of Solidarity Strategies and the host of 'The Rocha Revolution' on Substack, Chuck Rocha, discuss the Epstein files, Trump's first six months in office, and a convo on their people - Latino voters. Plus, Mike talks with Congressman Johnny Olszewski (D-MD) about the 'One Big Beautiful' bill's impact on MD residents, and his message to colleagues on the Hil
Talking to the other "side"
Mike & Nick on CBS's decision to get rid of 'The Late Show w/ Stephen Colbert', the Youtube series 'Surrounded' that is making viral waves for conversations with people of different "viewpoints", plus, fmr. Obama Deputy Asst. Secretary of State, Joel Rubin stops by to discuss Trump's 180 on helping Ukraine, Israeli PM's Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to the U.S., and what U.S relations with the re
Wait - are we still talking about the Epstein files?...
Mike & Nick on the questions surrounding the release of reported files about deceased convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, reported potential resignations of FBI Director Kash Patel & deputy director Dan Bongino, President Trump telling everyone to 'move on', plus, NY Times politics reporter covering NYC, Maya King stops by to explain how Zohran Mamdani's campaign is one Democrats, shou
Devastating floods hit Texas
Mike is joined by Investigative Reporter at the Austin American-Statesman & KVUE in Austin, Tony Plohetski, to discuss the devastating floods that hit parts of central Texas over this Fourth of July weekend, including Camp Mystic, where children who were attending the summer camp, are still reported missing. Plus, fmr. federal prosecutor Alyse Adamson recaps the trial of Sean 'P. Diddy' Combs.
One big, beautiful weekend....
Mike & Nick on the 'One Big, Beautiful Bill's status in the Senate, things to look for in the bill & how it may affect you or someone you know, plus, criminal defense attorney and U.S. News & World Report opinion contributor Stacy Schneider joined to break down the Supreme Court rulings last week on injunctions, deportations, and the pending case of birthright citizenship this upcoming
Well then, who does know what the f*ck they're doing?
Mike & Nick are joined by fmr. State Department spokesperson & Fox News contributor, Marie Harf, to discuss the ceasefire between Israel and Iran, President Trump's f-bomb criticism heard round the world, plus, Mike & Nick on a key moment in the Tucker Carlson vs. Ted Cruz interview, that should have all of us, paying very, very close attention.This episode is brought to you by -
U.S. strikes Iran
Mike & Nick are joined by fmr. Lead ISR coordinator for the U.S. Army & host of the 'This Week Explained' podcast, Kervin Aucoin, to discuss the U.S. strikes on Iran's nuclear enrichment facilities, Israel's involvement, Iran's vowed retaliation on America, and did President Trump just involve the United States in yet another war in the Middle East.This episode is brought to you by -
A news weekend unlike any other
Mike & Nick on a weekend of nonstop breaking news - the politically motivated shootings in MN (and arrest of the suspect), the 'No Kings' protest nationwide, a horrific Air India crash, Israel & Iran at war, plus, Axios National Politics correspondent & co-author of 'Original Sin: President Biden's decline, its cover-up & his disastrous choice to run again', Alex Thompson on the bo
The Battle of Los Angeles..
Mike & Nick on what is unfolding in Los Angeles with the protests over ICE's recent raids, President Trump's use of national guard troops, plus, author & founder of Project Unite Humanity, Dr. Robert Lawrie joined Mike to discuss the war in Gaza and his non-profit's core mission of helping humanity everywhere.This episode is brought to you by - Fresh Roasted Coffee - Have a cup of the
"Learn to change the world.."
Mike & Nick on the recent antisemitic terror attack in Boulder, CO, a look at the Trump administration and Harvard University's pending court showdowns, plus, Congressman Glenn Ivey (D-MD) stops by to discuss his trip to El Salvador to attempt to meet with Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the House vote on the 'One, Big, Beautiful' bill, what his constituents in Maryland are telling him & more. This
The 25th Hour podcast: The Trial of P. Diddy
Introducing 'The 25th Hour podcast: The Trial of Sean P. Diddy Combs' - a new limited series to Leon Media Network. Featuring fmr. federal prosecutors Bianca Forde & Alyse Adamson, as each week, they recap the trial, examine the tactics by the prosecution and defense teams, break down key witness testimony, and hear from people who were inside the courtroom & more. Watch The 25th Hour p
The Old Man and the Tapes
Mike & Nick on the Axios tape releases of special counsel Hur's interviews with fmr. President Biden back in Oct of 2023, what this showed and why its coming out now, plus, NPR reporter Ximena Bustillo on the latest immigration news and her story on an industry being hit especially hard by the changes in policy. This episode is brought to you by - Fresh Roasted Coffee - Have a cup of the
"It's principalities in this!"
Mike & Nick on a story you may have missed last week that deals directly with constitutional principles and rights potentially being suspended, plus, Reuters Pentagon correspondent Idrees Ali joined to discuss the conflict between India & Pakistan, the recent missile strikes, the attack in Kashmir, the U.S.'s response to all of this & more. This episode is brought to you by - Fre
Due for some process..
Mike & Nick welcome in attorney & founding partner at the Texas Defense Firm, Jeremy Rosenthal, for a deep dive on all the latest legal news happening nationally. From recent arrests of two judges in New Mexico & Wisconsin, to immigration cases making headlines, plus, are some stories being overblown coverage wise or is the coverage warranted given what is happening from a legal persp
"We should have done better."
Mike & Nick on Axios reporter Alex Thompson's comments at the White House Correspondents Dinner on journalists needing to do better, plus, author & law professor at the Univ. of Richmond, Corinna Barrett Lain joins the pod to discuss her new book 'Secrets of the Killing State: The Untold Stories of Lethal Injection.' This episode is brought to you by - Fresh Roasted Coffee - Have a cu
"But what about my eggs Professor.."
Mike is joined by political economist, author and Professor of International Economics and Finance over at Brown University, Mark Blyth, to discuss tariffs, factors to pay attention to when understanding the economy, demystifying claims about the global trade market & more, plus Mike on the FSU school shooting that happened last week. Check out Professor Blyth's new book 'Inflation: A Guide f
"These are not serious people.."
Mike & Nick on the latest in the wild Kilmar Abrego Garcia deportation case in Maryland, GZERO Media correspondent Alex Kliment stops by to discuss Ukraine, Gaza, Iran nuclear talks, President Trump's first few months back on the world stage, plus, our new segment 'WHATTT??' on why Bill Maher & Stephen A Smith should leave us all shaking our heads.To help the families affected from the nig
Price of the brick definitely going up.
Mike & Nick help you understand the most searched word of the past week, tariffs, plus, Congressman Seth Moulton (D-MA) stops by to discuss SignalGate, two things here at home & abroad that are concerning him, what he is hearing from his constituents in Massachusetts's 6th district & more. This episode is brought to you by - Fresh Roasted Coffee - Have a cup of the best tasting coffee
Rubio revokes, Marks leaves a mark
Mike & Nick on the student visas that have been revoked by the State Department across the country, a look at some of these stories, writer Ken Reid joins to discuss his recent article on two other instances where this took place under other U.S. Presidents, plus, who is Dr. Peter Marks and why is his resignation important. This episode is brought to you by - Fresh Roasted Coffee - Have
From D.O.D to D.O.E, which is now D.O.A...
Mike & Nick on the recent executive order to dismantle the Department of Education, what it all means, plus, Reuters Pentagon correspondent Idrees Ali joins to discuss Elon Musk's recent meeting with Sec. Hegseth, the negotiations in the war in Ukraine, and what actions are being taken by the Pentagon to give reporters less access. This episode is brought to you by - Fresh Roasted Coffee
"So the alligator bit your arm off huh.."
Mike & Nick examine two stories making headlines - a court order being defied, and the potential end of an agency that helps put an end to homelessness. USA Today National Correspondent Lauren Villagran stops by to talk about the latest immigration news, plus, what is CA Governor Gavin Newsom doing with a podcast.We are brought to you by - Fresh Roasted Coffee - Have a cup of the best tasting
The Art of the Deal - sort of
In this special episode, Mike is joined by former FBI Assistant Inspector & Legal Attaché to Ukraine, James Davidson, for a conversation about the war in Ukraine, the current negotiations for peace, the way this is playing out in front of cameras for all of us to see, and how President Trump's 'Art of the Deal' is influencing the strategy. This episode is brought to you by - Fresh Roaste
A crossroads in history
Mike & Nick break down, what went down, in the Oval Office last week between Pres. Trump & Ukrainian Pres. Zelensky, plus, Bloomberg News Sr. reporter & host of the 'Big Take D.C.' pod, Saleha Mohsin, stops by to explain why eggs aren't getting cheaper, and why tariff is not just a word, its a strategy.We are presented as always by our friends over at Fresh Roasted Coffee - Have a cup
"Important to provide context.."
Mike & Nick talk with Congressman Dan Goldman (D-NY) on the latest news out of D.C., Elon Musk & DOGE, Pres. Trump's comments about the war in Ukraine and President Zelensky, plus, Mike & Nick on Kash Patel's confirmation as FBI Director and a refresher on the history of the bureau.This episode is brought to you by - Fresh Roasted Coffee - Have a cup of the best tasting coffee tha
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