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Last week, all eyes were on Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche's confirmation hearing to lead the Justice Department. Mary and Andrew begin with their takeaways: from Blanche's “evasive, hyper-technical non-responses” to why his close relationship with Donald Trump is problematic, noting a moment where Blanche referred to himself as “his lawyer” and then quickly corrected himself — which Mary called a Freudian slip. They then turn to Trump's Thursday night address, where he claimed that U.S. elections have been compromised for years. Separating fact from fiction, the co-hosts look at how Trump's undermining of public confidence may affect the upcoming midterms. Mary and Andrew also highlight reporting from the New York Times indicating a slew of cases brought by ICE against protesters and immigrants are failing the sniff test in court. Plus, an update on former Columbia graduate student Mahmoud Khalil, who recently filed a lawsuit alleging the government and others were part of an effort to suppress criticism of Israel from pro-Palestinian demonstrators. Further Reading: This is the New York Times' reporting on ICE cases falling apart: They Were Charged With Assaulting ICE Agents. The Cases Are Crumbling. And here is their reporting on ICE related shootings: At Least 23 People Have Been Shot at by Federal Immigration Agents Since Last Year Andrew and Mary also wanted to note this new Compendium from Just Security: “Zero Evidence”: How Judges and Grand Juries Have Rejected the Trump Administration Efforts to Investigate and Prosecute Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads. You'll also get exclusive bonus content from this and other shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Wall Street Journal published an exclusive account revealing what it says was the specific incident that led Donald Trump to ban Jeffrey Epstein from Mar-a-Lago's spa in 2003. According to the report, Mar-a-Lago had been sending spa employees to provide services at Epstein's nearby Palm Beach mansion for years, even as staff privately warned one another about Epstein's increasingly inappropriate behavior. The practice continued until an 18-year-old beautician returned from a house call and reported that Epstein had pressured her for sex; a manager then sent Trump a fax about the allegation, and Trump responded by ordering Epstein banned from the club's spa. The Journal's account also notes that Epstein wasn't a formal club member yet was treated “like one” on Trump's instruction.The report situates that episode as the first clear break in Trump and Epstein's relationship, though the two continued to be seen together socially for a time afterward. Mar-a-Lago staffers told the WSJ that Epstein's companion Ghislaine Maxwell regularly coordinated the spa visits — including recruiting young employees — and that concerns about Epstein's conduct were known internally before the 2003 complaint. Trump's current White House has disparaged the WSJ story as politically motivated, with spokespeople saying he acted appropriately in banning Epstein for alleged misconduct toward employees.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:New report digs in on details of the incident that reportedly caused Trump to ban Epstein from Mar-a-Lago | The IndependentBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-epstein-chronicles--5003294/support.
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With Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche's confirmation hearing set to begin midweek, Andrew and Mary use this episode to look at the totality of his tenure at the Justice Department, detailing example after example of how — despite his role as the chief lawyer for the United States — he is still functioning as the de facto personal lawyer for the president. They start things off by dissecting a deeply consequential and searing opinion from District Judge Kathleen Williams over Trump's IRS lawsuit, effectively finding, in Mary's telling, that it “was collusion. It was the president being on both sides of that case, and it's no adversity between the parties.” Then, the co-hosts take a broader gaze into what Blanche has done: his handling of the Epstein files and Ghislaine Maxwell, the ongoing investigations and attempted prosecutions of Trump's political enemies and how he has used the DOJ as the president's personal law firm. Mary and Andrew also review the Justice Department's recent actions with Blanche at the helm, including an example from the past week of the ongoing “assault on journalists”: subpoenaing New York Times journalists who wrote about the jet gifted to the US by the Qatari government. Further Reading: Here is a transcript of Mary's testimony during former Attorney General Pam Bondi's confirmation hearing: https://www.judiciary.senate.gov/imo/media/doc/2025-01-16_-_testimony_-_mccord.pdf Judge Williams' Decision: Here is the Order in Trump v. IRS Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads. You'll also get exclusive bonus content from this and other shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Netflix maakt zich zorgen over zijn eigen klanten. Ze kijken minder lang en ook minder vaak naar series en films. Er worden (op dit moment) niet veel abonnementen opgezegd, maar toch is Netflix gewaarschuwd. Want: minder kijktijd kan leiden tot minder advertentie-inkomsten en er is een kans de mensen alsnog hun abonnement opzeggen. Daarom heeft Netflix een aantal maatregelen verzonnen. Waaronder een hele opvallende: de streamer wil veranderen in een 24uurs zender. Waardoor de hippe streamingdienst ineens een ouderwetse televisiezender wordt. Deze aflevering kijken we of die stap Netflix écht aan nieuwe abonnees helpt. Ook hoe ze weer een hit van hun aandeel maken. Dat is namelijk in een jaar met 40 procent gedaald! Hebben we het ook over Easyjet. De overname door private equity-partij Castlelake was zo goed als rond. En toen vloog opeens Apollo voorbij. Die overbieden hun concullega's met een paar honderd miljoen en EasyJet zou dat wel zien zitten. Beleggers ook: het aandeel schiet omhoog. Verder hebben we het over de Fed, over de missie van Kevin Warsh. Hij zet meerdere werkgroepen aan het werk die de toekomst van de Fed moeten onderzoeken. Een van die mensen is de oud-topman van Walmart. Ook in deze aflevering: Polymarket is belangrijk voor het rentebesluit SK Hynix is nu ook een beetje Amerikaans Komt er dan toch geen massaontslag bij Volkswagen? SpaceX-aandeel kan naar 800 dollar Te gast: Marc Langeveld van het Antaurus AI Techfund BNR Beurs is een journalistiek onafhankelijke productie, mede mogelijk gemaakt door Saxo. Over de makers: Jelle Maasbach is presentator van BNR Beurs en freelance financieel journalist. Zijn favoriete aandeel om over te praten is Disney, maar daar lijkt hij de enige in te zijn. Sinds de eerste uitzending van BNR Beurs is 'ie er bij. Maxim van Mil is presentator van BNR Beurs en journalist bij BNR, waar hij zich focust op de financiële markten en ontwikkelingen in de tech-wereld. Je krijgt hem het meest enthousiast als hij kan praten over ASML, of oer-Hollandse bedrijven zoals Ahold of ABN Amro. Jorik Simonides is presentator van BNR Beurs, economieredacteur en verslaggever bij BNR. Hij wordt er vooral blij van als het een keer níet over AI gaat. Je hoort hem ook in de BNR-podcast Moerdijk: dorp van de rekening. Milou Brand is presentator van BNR Beurs, freelance podcastmaker en columnist bij het Financieele Dagblad. Jochem Visser is presentator van BNR Beurs, maakt Beursnerd XL en is redacteur bij de podcast Onder Curatoren. Vraag hem naar obscure zaken op financiële markten en hij vertelt je waarom het eigenlijk nóg leuker is dan je al dacht. Over de podcast: Met BNR Beurs ga je altijd voorbereid de nieuwe beursdag in. We praten je in een kleine 25 minuten bij over alle laatste ontwikkelingen op de handelsvloer. We blijven niet alleen bij de AEX of Wall Street, maar vertellen je ook waar nog meer kansen liggen. En we houden het niet bij de cijfers, maar zoeken ook iedere dag voor je naar duiding van scherpe gasten en experts. Of je nu een ervaren belegger bent of net begint met je eerste stappen op de beurs, de podcast biedt waardevolle inzichten voor je beleggingsstrategie. Door de focus op zowel de korte termijn als de lange termijn, helpt BNR Beurs luisteraars om de ruis van de markt te scheiden van de essentie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Netflix maakt zich zorgen over zijn eigen klanten. Ze kijken minder lang en ook minder vaak naar series en films. Er worden (op dit moment) niet veel abonnementen opgezegd, maar toch is Netflix gewaarschuwd. Want: minder kijktijd kan leiden tot minder advertentie-inkomsten en er is een kans de mensen alsnog hun abonnement opzeggen. Daarom heeft Netflix een aantal maatregelen verzonnen. Waaronder een hele opvallende: de streamer wil veranderen in een 24uurs zender. Waardoor de hippe streamingdienst ineens een ouderwetse televisiezender wordt. Deze aflevering kijken we of die stap Netflix écht aan nieuwe abonnees helpt. Ook hoe ze weer een hit van hun aandeel maken. Dat is namelijk in een jaar met 40 procent gedaald! Hebben we het ook over Easyjet. De overname door private equity-partij Castlelake was zo goed als rond. En toen vloog opeens Apollo voorbij. Die overbieden hun concullega's met een paar honderd miljoen en EasyJet zou dat wel zien zitten. Beleggers ook: het aandeel schiet omhoog. Verder hebben we het over de Fed, over de missie van Kevin Warsh. Hij zet meerdere werkgroepen aan het werk die de toekomst van de Fed moeten onderzoeken. Een van die mensen is de oud-topman van Walmart. Ook in deze aflevering: Polymarket is belangrijk voor het rentebesluit SK Hynix is nu ook een beetje Amerikaans Komt er dan toch geen massaontslag bij Volkswagen? SpaceX-aandeel kan naar 800 dollar Te gast: Marc Langeveld van het Antaurus AI Techfund BNR Beurs is een journalistiek onafhankelijke productie, mede mogelijk gemaakt door Saxo. Over de makers: Jelle Maasbach is presentator van BNR Beurs en freelance financieel journalist. Zijn favoriete aandeel om over te praten is Disney, maar daar lijkt hij de enige in te zijn. Sinds de eerste uitzending van BNR Beurs is 'ie er bij. Maxim van Mil is presentator van BNR Beurs en journalist bij BNR, waar hij zich focust op de financiële markten en ontwikkelingen in de tech-wereld. Je krijgt hem het meest enthousiast als hij kan praten over ASML, of oer-Hollandse bedrijven zoals Ahold of ABN Amro. Jorik Simonides is presentator van BNR Beurs, economieredacteur en verslaggever bij BNR. Hij wordt er vooral blij van als het een keer níet over AI gaat. Je hoort hem ook in de BNR-podcast Moerdijk: dorp van de rekening. Milou Brand is presentator van BNR Beurs, freelance podcastmaker en columnist bij het Financieele Dagblad. Jochem Visser is presentator van BNR Beurs, maakt Beursnerd XL en is redacteur bij de podcast Onder Curatoren. Vraag hem naar obscure zaken op financiële markten en hij vertelt je waarom het eigenlijk nóg leuker is dan je al dacht. Over de podcast: Met BNR Beurs ga je altijd voorbereid de nieuwe beursdag in. We praten je in een kleine 25 minuten bij over alle laatste ontwikkelingen op de handelsvloer. We blijven niet alleen bij de AEX of Wall Street, maar vertellen je ook waar nog meer kansen liggen. En we houden het niet bij de cijfers, maar zoeken ook iedere dag voor je naar duiding van scherpe gasten en experts. Of je nu een ervaren belegger bent of net begint met je eerste stappen op de beurs, de podcast biedt waardevolle inzichten voor je beleggingsstrategie. Door de focus op zowel de korte termijn als de lange termijn, helpt BNR Beurs luisteraars om de ruis van de markt te scheiden van de essentie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mary and Andrew start with a deeper dive into the Supreme Court's decision to allow the removal of Temporary Protected Status designations from over 330,000 immigrants from Haiti and Syria — a consequential ruling that affects TPS holders well beyond those who brought the case, leaving over a million people vulnerable to removal. As Andrew notes, this case was based on two claims: one being a statutory challenge that DHS didn't follow the procedures set out by Congress, and the other a constitutional equal protection claim that this TPS status removal was “motivated in part by race” — both of which were struck down 6-3. Then, a look at Trump's latest retribution efforts including the heavy sentences doled out over a protest that ended in a shooting outside the ICE Prairieland Detention Center inTexas one year ago; a felony indictment of former Olympian David Hearn for allegedly tearing part of the liner of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool; and former CIA Director John Brennan going on offense to challenge the DOJ's investigation into him. Plus, Mary and Andrew analyze the DOJ's response to a “show cause” order to unredact some of the Epstein files in a lawsuit filed by journalist Katie Phang. Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads. You'll also get exclusive bonus content from this and other shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
As Andrew puts it, Chief Justice John Roberts is “cherry-picking.” He's flying solo in this short edition of Main Justice (more to come with Mary in the next episode). Andrew gives a quick briefing on several of the Supreme Court's most consequential end-of-term rulings, starting with the decision not to hear an appeal in the E. Jean Carroll case. Andrew also touches on the Court's decision to uphold a Mississippi law to allow mail-in ballots that are sent by Election Day to be counted but saves his deepest analysis for two similar cases with opposing decisions: the firings of Lisa Cook and Rebecca Slaughter. While the Court ruled that the Trump administration must have cause to dismiss Cook from the Federal Reserve, it allowed the government to fire Slaughter from the Federal Trade Commission, a decision which Andrew calls deeply flawed showing the conservative majority's support for a “unitary executive.” And finally, Andrew breaks down the Court's narrow decision to uphold birthright citizenship, and why the tight 5-4 split is the story. Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads. You'll also get exclusive bonus content from this and other shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
There's a lot on the docket today. To pull apart the Iran “deal” framework, Mary and Andrew are joined by Tess Bridgeman, an international law expert who served as a legal advisor in the Obama administration through the 2015 nuclear deal with Iran. Tess lays out how President Trump's 14-point memorandum of understanding differs from what was brokered in 2015, and what to watch for as negotiations continue. Before she joins, the co-hosts begin by analyzing several examples of what Mary calls the Trump Justice Department's "consistent effort” to avoid judicial review: their refusal to put into a sworn declaration that they won't move forward with the “Anti-Weaponization” fund and a motion to dismiss a Clean Air Act violation lawsuit against Elon Musk's xAI data center in Mississippi. They also tackle a few instances where, contrastingly, the government has positioned itself “on the offense” this week, including an indictment of 15 protesters on a conspiracy charge against ICE and the DHS' intent to build a border wall through a holy landmark atop Mount Cristo Rey in New Mexico. Further reading: Here is the New York Times piece, Mary referred to about the Las Cruces case: A Diocese Tries to Protect Its 29-Foot Jesus From Trump's Border Wall Here is the Just Security tracker that Mary and Andrew mentioned: Immigration Habeas Tracker: Government Obstruction, Judicial Trust, and Accountability Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads. You'll also get exclusive bonus content from this and other shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
What happens when you lose everything, your business, your investments, your father, and your entire way of life—overnight?In this powerful episode of Behind the Boom Podcast, Amber sits down with entrepreneur, longevity expert, and transformational coach Karina Safarova to uncover the extraordinary journey that brought her from fleeing the Ukraine war with just one suitcase to building a thriving life in Palm Beach, Florida. Karina shares how faith, gratitude, resilience, and an unwavering belief in God's plan helped her rebuild from nothing. Today, she lives a life filled with purpose, impact, influential relationships, and opportunities she never imagined possible—including speaking at Mar-a-Lago, connecting with world leaders, and helping others transform their lives through her coaching and longevity programs. In this episode, you'll discover:✅ How Karina rebuilt her life after losing everything ✅ The mindset shifts that changed her future ✅ Why faith and surrender can be your greatest superpower ✅ The truth about manifestation, purpose, and abundance ✅ Building meaningful relationships and powerful networks ✅ Longevity, wellness, and living a fulfilled life after 40 ✅ Lessons from proximity to influential people and success circles ✅ Why gratitude may be the most powerful success strategy of allIf you've ever felt like you're starting over, facing uncertainty, or waiting for a sign to pursue something greater, this conversation is for you."Do your best. God will do the rest." — Karina Safarova
After a week of decisions coming in from all corners, Mary and Andrew begin with a court order issued to remove President Trump's name off the Kennedy Center after a failed, last-minute attempt by the administration to stop it from happening. Mary refers to this as “good news in the fight against revisionist history,” which she ties into their second beat: a preliminary injunction issued to restore changes to National Parks that were made after Trump issued an executive order calling for modifications to monuments, parks and memorials to rewrite and censor American history and science. Then, onto a federal judge in Virginia officially blocking the $1.776 Billion slush fund after mixed messaging from the administration about whether it would be set up, plus a decision by Judge Mehta in DC to overturn the Department of Energy's cancellation of $82.1 Million in clean energy grants to “Blue” states across the country. Mary and Andrew also touch on a Massachusetts District Court decision blocking Ken Paxton's lawsuit against the Democratic fundraising platform ActBlue. And last up, they read and summarize the eyebrow-raising grand jury transcripts of the “Broadview Six” case out of Chicago, so you don't have to. Further reading: Here is Judge Mehta's order reinstating the clean energy grants: https://storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.uscourts.mad.296214/gov.uscourts.mad.296214.41.0.pdf Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads. You'll also get exclusive bonus content from this and other shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Michael McFaul discusses the Mar-a-Lago meeting between Trump and Xi, supporting the concept of "peace through strength" but emphasizing that engaging autocrats should not mean abandoning democratic values. He argues that the United States must work harder to keep allies united and should explicitly advocate for human rights during high-level meetings. Raising individual cases of repression, such as that of Jimmy Lai in Hong Kong, serves to inspire "small D democrats" living under tyranny. McFaul advocates for a self-help alliance system among democracies to counter cooperation between Russia, China, and Iran. (6)
Mike Johnson's claim that Donald Trump was an undercover FBI informant working to bring down Jeffrey Epstein is nothing more than political fan fiction. It comes after every other narrative—calling Epstein a hoax, smearing survivors, and demanding the public “move on”—has completely collapsed. The idea that Trump, who partied with Epstein, publicly called the scandal a Democrat hoax, and routinely defamed survivors, was secretly the Serpico of Mar-a-Lago is absurd on its face. If it were true, the files would already be released and Trump himself would be shouting about it from every podium. Instead, there's silence, spin, and desperate storytelling designed to distract from the reality: survivors were ignored, Epstein was protected, and the files remain locked away.At its core, this narrative is just another attempt to shield powerful people from accountability by rewriting history with Trump as the unlikely hero. But it collapses under even the slightest scrutiny—because the contradictions are glaring, the evidence is nonexistent, and the cruelty toward survivors is undeniable. Rather than offer transparency, Johnson offers a bedtime story, hoping the public will swallow it whole. Yet the truth is clear: if Trump really was an informant, then we should all be demanding the release of the files to see his supposed heroics. And since they refuse, we know exactly what this is—another cheap distraction to keep the truth buried, while the survivors still wait for the justice they deserve.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.com
A behind-the-scenes look at Mar-a-Lago turns into a conversation about the American Dream. This episode with Damon Roberts & Matt Deaton features clips from Donald Trump Jr. on work ethic, education, and legacy, alongside a discussion on how planning shapes real-world retirement outcomes. The conversation connects big-picture ideas—opportunity, discipline, and adaptability—to everyday financial decisions people face as they approach retirement. For more information or to schedule a consultation, call 480-680-6868 or visit www.successinthenewretirement.com! Follow us on social media: Facebook | LinkedInSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Decisions are happening fast — and the consequences are showing. Last week, Trump announced he would nominate Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to the top post at the Justice Department, after Blanche nixed the $1.776 “Anti-Weaponization” fund while keeping the controversial release that shields Trump and his family from any liability. Mary and Andrew highlight the myriad of issues Blanche will need to answer for when a confirmation hearing comes, before moving to the Supreme Court ruling that allows Alabama to adopt a Republican-drawn congressional map eliminating one of only two majority-Black districts in the state. This nullifies a lower court's decision that the map was, in fact, intentionally discriminatory. Next up, the co-hosts review a Rhode Island judge's ruling that invalidated several of Trump's immigration policies, including one that placed a hold on asylum claims globally, causing chaos and uncertainty for many legally trying to obtain asylum claims and green card status.And lastly, a beat on a new executive order stripping job protections from thousands of federal workers, plus continuing litigation over Trump's ballroom. Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads. You'll also get exclusive bonus content from this and other shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
We need to talk about the "creator economy" and the stylish influencers pushing disinformation and misinformation directly into our feeds. The more glossy you are, the more attention you get–and attention is the new currency. That is the same ethos of the princess-haired women swanning around Mar-a-Lago. It's a deliberate dumbing down of society. When gloss replaces the time-intensive grind of investigative journalism, the autocrats and oligarchs who push this strategy distract and confuse us, and ensure important voices who can't win a Sephora Hunger Games get shut out. In this week's bonus show, Gaslit Nation also covers the chilling expansion of America's police state, focusing on the horrifying conditions at the Delaney detention center in New Jersey. Inmates are on hunger strike to demand basic human rights, mirroring the brutal history of political prisoners under Stalin's regime. We must raise our voices, pressure our elected officials (like Governor Mikie Sherrill), and refuse to look away. Do not let the Mar-a-Lago face creator economy and the attention-hungry gatekeepers confuse and wear you down. Stay grounded in your moral force and amplify the truth. Listen to the full episode on Patreon and support our independent journalism. Shape the show and raise your voice at the Gaslit Nation Salon Monday at 4 PM Eastern. Look out for exciting announcements this coming Monday with a special sneak peak exclusively for our Patreon supporters. Can't make it? Listen to the recording later only on Patreon.com/Gaslit. Thank you to everyone who supports the show. Show Notes: Opening clip: Dr. Jared Cooney Horvath & EdTech https://www.youtube.com/shorts/dFgGnY87MGw Clip: Editor Sara Hadir spreading Ryan Grim's disinformation https://www.instagram.com/reel/DYxFSFvIvfL/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ== Watch Andrea Chalupa's journalistic thriller, Mr. Jones https://www.samuelgoldwynfilms.com/mr-jones/# Bloodlands: Europe Between Hitler and Stalin by Timothy Snyder https://bookshop.org/p/books/bloodlands-europe-between-hitler-and-stalin-timothy-snyder/8fa8bc938f216251?ean=9781541600065&next=t On Tyranny: Twenty Lessons from the Twentieth Century by Timothy Snyder https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/558051/on-tyranny-by-timothy-snyder/ Orwell and the Refugees: The Untold Story of Animal Farm by Andrea Chalupa https://www.amazon.com/Orwell-Refugees-Untold-Story-Animal-ebook/dp/B007JNKF5G "They raped every German female from eight to 80" by Antony Beevor in The Guardian https://www.theguardian.com/books/2002/may/01/news.features11 Go Back to Where You Came From: And Other Helpful Recommendations on How to Become American by Wajahat Ali https://www.porchlightbooks.com/products/go-back-to-where-you-came-from-wajahat-ali-9781324050322 Listen to Andrea's sweeping discussion with Wajahat Ali on his Substack show, The Left Hook https://substack.com/@gaslitnation/note/p-200496672?utm_source=notes-share-action&r=2mrjsl Watch the classic investigative journalism film, Spotlight https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zPZhUM8VlpQ Ryan and Emily DEBATE: Did Soviets END The Holocaust? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tJuwsu109YM Laurie Santos, professor at Yale, on how students today just stare at their phones https://www.instagram.com/p/DZJUBPCHyM4/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D The toll on press covering Delaney Hall https://bsky.app/profile/marisakabas.bsky.social/post/3mnarxbejw22l Learn more about the hunger strike and protests at the Delaney Hall detention center in New Jersey https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/jun/02/ice-detention-camp-delaney-hall Contact Representative Mikie Sherrill to demand action on Delaney Hall https://sherrill.house.gov/contact Sign up for the Gaslit Nation Patreon to attend the upcoming songwriting workshop with Leslie Nuss on June 22n at 4pm ET and access the exclusive Monday Salons https://www.patreon.com/gaslit
https://www.seanspicer.com subscribe for an ad free version of this podcast On today's Sean Spicer Show, we dive into the latest political news, focusing on primary day events and a significant announcement from the trump administration regarding the Director of National Intelligence. John Solomon joins us for a comprehensive news analysis, breaking down these key developments. We also touch upon broader us politics, including Republican stances on Medicare coverage and the current election day landscape. https://firecracker.farm/ - use code spicer for a discount Chapter - Call (978) 746-2315. It's free and takes under 20 minutes https://www.MarketInstitute.org - Check them out today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As judges continue to weigh in, President Trump is finding that despite his litigious efforts, he can't always get what he wants. Mary and Andrew begin this week with the latest fallout from his $1.776 billion “anti-weaponization” fund, which is now under judicial review after a group of federal judges filed a motion arguing that the original lawsuit that prompted the fund was “itself a fraud on the court.” This prompted the news, first reported by Axios, that the Trump administration would abandon the fund altogether. Mary and Andrew tie this into another instance in which the administration is losing in the courts, with Judge Mehta's decision refusing to dismiss the indictment of Oath Keepers' leader Stewart Rhodes, among others whose sentences were commuted. They then move to a ruling ordering the removal of Trump's name from the Kennedy Center facade, a setback in his attempt to reshape the renowned preforming arts center. And after an update on the criminal case against the Southern Poverty Law Center, Andrew shares some insight into his recent New York Times op-ed which offers a path to stop vindictive prosecutions altogether. Further Reading: Here is Andrew's recent New York Times op ed: This Is How to Stop Trump's Vindictive Prosecutions Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads. You'll also get exclusive bonus content from this and other shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
TAKE YOUR POWER BACK SHOW JOIN OTHER FREEDOM-LOVING PATRIOTS IN TAKING YOUR POWER BACKTake Your Power Back ShowWelcome to the Take Your Power Back Show with Peak Performance Master Coach Kim Yeater! Get ready for an inspiring journey that will ignite your God-given potential, empower your leadership, and elevate your voice. We're here to inspire you to reclaim your power locally—because bold local action creates powerful national impact! Join us as we connect with fearless, freedom-loving Patriots who are transforming lives and thriving through adversity. Discover practical tools to take charge of your personal and professional growth, revitalize your health and wellbeing, and deepen your faith. Be inspired, uplifted, and transformed. Together, let's rise up and take your power back!KIM YEATER BIO: Kim Yeater is a national leader whose heart beats for Jesus and whose voice echoes worldwide! The Take Your Power Back Show is a powerhouse podcast that rallies Kim's audience to rise above fear, embrace their divine identity, and take bold action to transform their lives and nation through Jesus-led leadership." As the Co-founder & Team Lead for the groundbreaking Take Our Border Back movement, Kim ignited a global awakening, reaching hundreds of millions across continents. This movement was a national rallying cry, showcasing a united front for border security and sounding the alarm on the urgent crisis at America's southern and northern borders. Her bold leadership has exposed the harrowing reality of human trafficking, shining a relentless light on this critical issue and rallying a nation to demand action. Under Kim's God-led vision, the movement birthed the Take Our Border Back North America Alliance partnering with Mexico and Canada as Sovereign nations, amplifying its call for justice...Kim's courage knows no bounds. As the driving force behind the Take Our Elections Back initiative, she collaborates with powerhouse allies like Dr. Douglas G. Frank, Tina Peters, and Mike Lindell's teams to restore integrity in California and beyond. Her visionary Take Your Power Back California Governor Face-off, and the November 8th Governor Candidate Showdown have sparked the Take Our California Back movement, igniting communities to reclaim their power and their Golden State of California. Honored with the prestigious Freedom Award by the Republican Party of San Diego, Kim's impact is contagious.A trailblazing entrepreneur, Peak Performance Master Coach, and dynamic speaker, Kim has empowered business owners, leaders, and teams over 26 years to shatter barriers and achieve greatness. Fueled by her passion to see people rise above adversity, choose faith over fear, and embrace their God-given power, she leads with unwavering love and conviction. Kim is a devoted daughter of the King, a cherished wife, mother of four extraordinary children, and a proud new grandma who cherishes family, crafts life-changing events, and challenges everyone to bring their absolute best. Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.” - Philippians 1:6Connect with Us: • Website: TakeYourPowerBackShow.com • Rumble: rumble.com/c/TakeYourPowerBackShow • Live Stream: rumble.com/TakeYourPowerBackShow/live • Social Media: o X: @realkimyeater o Facebook: kimberlyyeater o Instagram: Takeyourpowerback_kimyeater o TikTok: takeyourpowerbackshow • Email: TYPBProducer@gmail.com Related Movement:TakeOurCaliforniaBack.com TakeOurElectionsBack.com Take Our Border Back • Website: TakeOurBorderBack.com • Rumble: rumble.com/c/TakeOurBorderBack • Live Stream: rumble.com/TakeOurBorderBack/live • Social Media: o X: @Tobbconvoymain o X: @Tobbconvoycalifornia o X: @Tobbconvoyarizona o X: @Tobbconvoytexas Media Inquiries: Contact TYPBProducer@gmail.com Mark your calendars, share the word, and join us to take California back! #TakeYourPowerBack #CaliforniaGovernorRace Send us Fan MailSupport the show
TAKE YOUR POWER BACK SHOW JOIN OTHER FREEDOM-LOVING PATRIOTS IN TAKING YOUR POWER BACKTake Your Power Back ShowWelcome to the Take Your Power Back Show with Peak Performance Master Coach Kim Yeater! Get ready for an inspiring journey that will ignite your God-given potential, empower your leadership, and elevate your voice. We're here to inspire you to reclaim your power locally—because bold local action creates powerful national impact! Join us as we connect with fearless, freedom-loving Patriots who are transforming lives and thriving through adversity. Discover practical tools to take charge of your personal and professional growth, revitalize your health and wellbeing, and deepen your faith. Be inspired, uplifted, and transformed. Together, let's rise up and take your power back!KIM YEATER BIO: Kim Yeater is a national leader whose heart beats for Jesus and whose voice echoes worldwide! The Take Your Power Back Show is a powerhouse podcast that rallies Kim's audience to rise above fear, embrace their divine identity, and take bold action to transform their lives and nation through Jesus-led leadership." As the Co-founder & Team Lead for the groundbreaking Take Our Border Back movement, Kim ignited a global awakening, reaching hundreds of millions across continents. This movement was a national rallying cry, showcasing a united front for border security and sounding the alarm on the urgent crisis at America's southern and northern borders. Her bold leadership has exposed the harrowing reality of human trafficking, shining a relentless light on this critical issue and rallying a nation to demand action. Under Kim's God-led vision, the movement birthed the Take Our Border Back North America Alliance partnering with Mexico and Canada as Sovereign nations, amplifying its call for justice...Kim's courage knows no bounds. As the driving force behind the Take Our Elections Back initiative, she collaborates with powerhouse allies like Dr. Douglas G. Frank, Tina Peters, and Mike Lindell's teams to restore integrity in California and beyond. Her visionary Take Your Power Back California Governor Face-off, and the November 8th Governor Candidate Showdown have sparked the Take Our California Back movement, igniting communities to reclaim their power and their Golden State of California. Honored with the prestigious Freedom Award by the Republican Party of San Diego, Kim's impact is contagious.A trailblazing entrepreneur, Peak Performance Master Coach, and dynamic speaker, Kim has empowered business owners, leaders, and teams over 26 years to shatter barriers and achieve greatness. Fueled by her passion to see people rise above adversity, choose faith over fear, and embrace their God-given power, she leads with unwavering love and conviction. Kim is a devoted daughter of the King, a cherished wife, mother of four extraordinary children, and a proud new grandma who cherishes family, crafts life-changing events, and challenges everyone to bring their absolute best. Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.” - Philippians 1:6Connect with Us: • Website: TakeYourPowerBackShow.com • Rumble: rumble.com/c/TakeYourPowerBackShow • Live Stream: rumble.com/TakeYourPowerBackShow/live • Social Media: o X: @realkimyeater o Facebook: kimberlyyeater o Instagram: Takeyourpowerback_kimyeater o TikTok: takeyourpowerbackshow • Email: TYPBProducer@gmail.com Related Movement:TakeOurCaliforniaBack.com TakeOurElectionsBack.com Take Our Border Back • Website: TakeOurBorderBack.com • Rumble: rumble.com/c/TakeOurBorderBack • Live Stream: rumble.com/TakeOurBorderBack/live • Social Media: o X: @Tobbconvoymain o X: @Tobbconvoycalifornia o X: @Tobbconvoyarizona o X: @Tobbconvoytexas Media Inquiries: Contact TYPBProducer@gmail.com Mark your calendars, share the word, and join us to take California back! #TakeYourPowerBack #CaliforniaGovernorRace Send us Fan MailSupport the show
Mary and Andrew begin this week by tackling a decision by a U.S. District Judge to dismiss criminal charges against Kilmar Ábrego García, calling the administration's case against García a vindictive prosecution for challenging his illegal deportation last year. Mary and Andrew couple this topic with a conversation about the “Broadview Six” case, involving a group of Chicago ICE protesters whose criminal case was dropped, similarly, due to misconduct by the DOJ. Then, Mary and Andrew continue a discussion from last week about Trump's $1.776 billion settlement with the IRS — specifically about an addendum to the settlement which grants Trump and "affiliated individuals" extremely broad protections from future prosecutions. They then talk about Carmen Lineberger, a former federal prosecutor indicted for sending unreleased files from the Jack Smith report to her personal email account. Plus, a conversation about a decision by a federal judge who has ordered the White House to comply with the Presidential Records Act, undermining the DOJ's ability to give the administration a legal way to destroy White House records from the second Trump term. This podcast is also available on YouTube at ms.now/mainjustice. Further reading: HERE is the 'Broadway Six' case transcript Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads. You'll also get exclusive bonus content from this and other shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
There's a pattern to Andrew and Mary's focus this week: lies, lies and more lies. They gather in-person to tackle a host of issues and to celebrate the release of Andrew's new book, “Liar's Kingdom.” After digging into the book's thesis, they hone in on the biggest news of the week: the $1.776 billion “Anti-Weaponization Fund” created by the Justice Department as part of a settlement agreement which, according to the Attorney General, would provide a non-partisan “systematic process to hear and redress claims of others who suffered weaponization and lawfare.” But as Mary and Andrew note, the real goal is to compensate Trump allies who claim they were wrongfully prosecuted by the former administration. They then shift to the DOJ's lawsuit against the DC Bar to block punishments for Trump officials, including Jeffrey Clark, the former Acting Assistant Attorney General in the final months of Trump's first term. Next, the co-hosts touch on last week's oral arguments in the government's appeal of the ruling against Trump's attempt to blacklist four law firms, before moving to the ongoing litigation in Judge Boasberg's attempt to hold contempt proceedings. This podcast is also available on YouTube at ms.now/mainjustice. Be sure to check it out: this week features video of Mary and Andrew in-person together. Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads. You'll also get exclusive bonus content from this and other shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Mary and Andrew recognize it's been a doozy of a week. Starting with the continued fallout from the Supreme Court's Louisiana v. Callais decision, they focus on how much the 6-3 ruling has opened the floodgates for other states like Tennessee, South Carolina, Florida and Texas to pursue similar redistricting efforts. The Justices even allowed Alabama to move forward with re-drawing their congressional maps, despite prior determinations of intentional racial discrimination in the state. Mary and Andrew juxtapose this new landscape with last week's redistricting decision in Virginia, as Democrats submit an emergency appeal to the Supreme Court on that ruling. In addition, a Fulton County decision came in allowing the Justice Department to hold onto the 2020 ballots seized in the FBI's January raid. Plus, the co-hosts unpack the latest from Trump's retribution efforts as James Comey's criminal trial date is set. But in an uplifting end to a rough week, the pair highlight Senator Mark Kelly's argument before the DC Circuit in his case against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over his participation in a video reminding military members of their duty not to obey unlawful orders. This podcast is also available on YouTube at ms.now/mainjustice. Further reading: Here is the Just Security piece on Senator Mark Kelly's case: Lessons from the Pentagon's Empty Case Against Mark Kelly Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads. You'll also get exclusive bonus content from this and other shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
SEND ME A TEXT MESSAGE NOWWhen did lying stop being political spin… and start becoming America's operating system?In this episode, I dive into the growing normalization of misinformation, manufactured outrage, and the dangerous idea that facts no longer matter if your political tribe approves of the story. From Trump's latest claims involving Iran to the broader culture of “just believe whatever the leader says,” this episode asks a very uncomfortable question:What happens when reality itself becomes negotiable?I also get brutally personal about something I know will make some people angry. I explain why I can no longer tolerate hardcore Trump supporters in my personal life even friends, family members, or relationships. Not because of “different opinions,” but because I believe we've crossed into something far darker involving cruelty, extremism, propaganda, and the abandonment of basic moral reasoning.And then… we get to the statue.Donald Trump unveiling a 22-foot monument to himself at Mar-A-Lago might be one of the most absurdly on-brand political moments in modern American history. I break down the ego, the spectacle, the dictator-style imagery, and why this whole thing feels less like democracy and more like a reality show slowly mutating into a monarchy with gold trim.This episode is angry, sarcastic, darkly funny, and completely unfiltered.Welcome back to A World Gone Mad.If you've enjoyed the podcast and found it informative, and maybe sometimes got a laugh or two, then please contribute to keeping this podcast around. I'm not backed by Corporate media. There is no outside money other than my own wallet so if you could please contribute to the GoFundMe below even a small donation makes a difference.https://gofund.me/5d9a419efAWorldGoneMadPodcast@gmail.com
Nicolle Wallace covers Trump's plummeting poll numbers, with key parts of Trump's coalition turning on him. A new Washington Post, ABC News, and Ipsos poll found that only 23% of Americans approve of Trump's handling of the cost of living and new Wall Street Journal reporting says that antiabortion groups are now beginning to turn their back on Trump. Later, Rep. Robert Garcia joins Nicolle to talk about the House Oversight Committee's visit to Palm Beach, Florida next week, a place that was central to Epstein's heinous crimes. Palm Beach is also home to Trump's Mar-a-Lago club. For more, follow us on Instagram @deadlinewh To listen to this show and other MS NOW podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. For more from Nicolle, follow and download her podcast, “The Best People with Nicolle Wallace,” wherever you get your podcasts.To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Mary and Andrew begin this week by highlighting another questionable indictment of former FBI Director James Comey over a photo of seashells that he posted on Instagram. The indictment alleges that a “reasonable person” would interpret that the shells in the picture, arranged to spell out “86 47,” represent “a serious expression of an intent to do harm to the President of the United States.” Then, a win for Director Comey's daughter Maurene, after a federal judge cleared the path for her wrongful termination suit against the Trump administration to proceed. Next, Mary and Andrew analyze the latest filings by the Southern Poverty Law Center and why whistleblowers are flagging their concern that the recent indictment was rushed. And before wrapping up, they break down the Supreme Court's consequential ruling in Louisiana v. Callais, which effectively hollows out the last remnants of the Voting Rights Act by striking down a redistricting effort that was aiming to ensure an equal opportunity for representation in the state. This podcast is also available on YouTube at ms.now/mainjustice. Further reading: Here is the SCOTUS 6-3 decision: Louisiana v. Callais Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads. You'll also get exclusive bonus content from this and other shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
This week, Mary and Andrew follow the money from Alabama to New York to Southern Florida. They start with an 11-count indictment against the Southern Poverty Law Center alleging financial crimes and defrauding donors — the DOJ suggesting that the center's goal was to give funding to extremist groups rather than to report on them. The co-hosts find the charges dubious at best, with a speaking indictment that seems “weak” and lacks specifics. From there, they analyze another set of charges out of the SDNY against an Army soldier who won over $400,000 in online bets using his classified knowledge of the US capture of Nicolas Maduro. After reviewing the merits of that case, they head to Miami, where President Trump's civil suit against the IRS was put on pause to discern how to handle him being on both sides of the case. As Mary notes, the judge is asking Trump to essentially “show me we really have adverse parties here.”Then to DC, for a look at the charges filed against the alleged gunman in the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting, and how the administration quickly used that as another reason to build the White House ballroom in an unusual court filing. And last up, Andrew and Mary review the DC Circuit's decision on Trump's asylum ban. This podcast is also available on YouTube at ms.now/mainjustice. Further reading: Here is Andrew's piece on the SPLC indictment: The Poverty of the DOJ Indictment of the Southern Poverty Law Center Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads. You'll also get exclusive bonus content from this and other shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Bitcoin pulls back below $77K on oil surge from Hormuz tensions, despite strong ETF inflows and BlackRock options open interest hitting records. Trump hosted a high-profile crypto gala at Mar-a-Lago, Israel approved its first regulated stablecoin, and Western Union eyes a stablecoin launch for SWIFT-free settlements. Block disclosed $2.2B BTC holdings, BitMine bought big in ETH, and Litecoin saw a reorg. Markets remain cautious with focus on macro oil moves, institutional flows, and regulatory guidance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Send us Fan MailMarjorie Taylor Greene just dropped a shocking claim about Donald Trump and the Epstein files and it's raising serious questions.According to Greene, Trump privately told allies that releasing the Epstein files could “hurt people” he knows at Mar-a-Lago. While publicly blaming Democrats, she says behind closed doors Trump was trying to block the release altogether.So what's really going on?In this livestream, we break down:What MTG actually said and why it mattersThe implications of Trump allegedly trying to stop the Epstein filesWho could be exposed if the full truth comes outWhy this story is sending shockwaves through Trump's inner circleIs this political spin… or something much deeper?
Mary and Andrew begin this week by welcoming former Assistant US Attorney Sunita Doddamani. A 20-year civil servant with an impeccable record of service, Sunita is one of the prosecutors who was recently fired as part of the DOJ's report about the prior administration's so-called “bias” against abortion protesters and religious rights in FACE Act cases. She talks openly about the "Article II" termination letter she received from Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, with no warning and like many others, seemingly just for doing her job by taking the cases assigned to her. From there, Andrew and Mary look at the administration's moves to vacate the convictions of four Proud Boys who were convicted of multiple felonies related to the attack on January 6th. Then, on to a significant decision from Judge Mehta in a long-running civil lawsuit brought against Trump, finding that the president's January 6th speech was political rather than official in nature, which would rule out immunity for official acts. And before they wrap up, the co-hosts take up the latest ruling on Judge Boasberg's contempt inquiry into whether government officials violated his court orders around those deportation flights in March of 2025. This podcast is also available on YouTube at ms.now/mainjustice. Further reading: Here is the Just Security piece on the FACE Act report: Separating Fact from Fiction in FACE Act Enforcement Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads. You'll also get exclusive bonus content from this and other shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In the wake of Viktor Orbán's election loss in Hungary—an autocratic leader backed by both Vladamir Putin and Donald Trump—Mary and Andrew call on an expert to give context to Peter Magyar's surprising win: Princeton Professor Kim Lane Scheppele. Kim sheds some light on what led to this moment in Hungary, what it means for Hungarians and the EU moving forward, and what lessons the US can apply here at home. From there, the co-hosts move to a concerning opinion from the Office of Legal Counsel declaring the Presidential Records Act unconstitutional on its face, suggesting that Trump would no longer have to comply with the federal law. Mary and Andrew align on the significance of preserving these archives, before heading to what amounts to, in Mary's words: “a bunch of garbage”out of the DOJ. On the list: Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche's “I love you, Sir” press conference, the firing of immigration judges for ruling in high-profile cases in a way that was unfavorable to the President, and the DOJ's investigation into Cassidy Hutchinson, a former White House aide, about whether she lied to Congress around the events of January 6th. This podcast is also available on YouTube at ms.now/mainjustice. Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads. You'll also get exclusive bonus content from this and other shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
There's a lot to unpack this week, not least of which being the President's open suggestion of committing war crimes against Iran. Mary and Andrew begin by underscoring the Geneva Conventions stipulation limiting the use of force in wartime to military targets – not civilian ones. Then, a major shakeup at the Department of Justice: Attorney General Pam Bondi is out. Andrew compares her ouster to Trump's firing of Jeff Sessions in his first term, and how the “sycophantic” nature of her allegiance to Trump did not save her job. Next, they turn to last week's oral arguments before the Supreme Court over birthright citizenship. Mary, who is steeped in the case, came away thinking that “the solicitor general has a much greater hill to climb” to convince a majority of Justices to uphold Trump's executive order at issue. Last up, the co-hosts look at another of Trump's EO's being challenged that would restrict mail-in voting, despite defending his own use of voting by mail in Florida's Special Election in late March. This podcast is also available on YouTube at ms.now/mainjustice. Further reading: This is the Just Security piece Andrew referred to: When War Crimes Rhetoric Becomes Battlefield Reality: The Slippery Slope to Total War on Iran Here is Mary's MS NOW piece: The embarrassing lesson of Pam Bondi's confirmation hearing. Here is Trump's EO on mail in voting that was immediately challenged: ENSURING CITIZENSHIP VERIFICATION AND INTEGRITY IN FEDERAL ELECTIONS Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads. You'll also get exclusive bonus content from this and other shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Kristi Noem's husband is suddenly all over the news for reasons no one had on their 2026 bingo card… and yeah, we had to talk about it. This week on Radio Labyrinth, we dive into the strange internet fascination with Byron Noem's leaked photos, the surreal politics of image obsession, and why everybody in public life suddenly looks like they were rendered by AI.But that's just the beginning.We also cover clowns protesting in Bolivia, the latest bizarre chapter in the Tiger Woods saga, and a new documentary claiming the most famous Bigfoot footage of all time may have been fake — which naturally causes chaos among true believers.Then we celebrate classic Sesame Street episodes heading to Tubi, react to the new Supergirl trailer, and wonder why anyone thought we needed a Cape Fear series.Plus:
Tom and Kathryn were at Mar-a-Lago last night. What's it like in there? Gaudy? Yes, gaudy. We also have Ben Simon, owner of Shed and Fence on. Our listeners had a surprising volume of fence-related questions for him. Maybe if he sells enough fences he can afford one of those $20,000,000 condos in West Palm Beach. But that's a lot of fences.Topics:Mar-a-LagoRob SherwoodStaples baddieMovies are too longShed and FenceFence questionsBillionaires in West Palm BeachWPB Bristol condos showcaseSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
While much of the news is rightfully focused on the ongoing war with Iran, Mary and Andrew pull the threads on some consequential legal news that's not getting as much attention. They start with the Justice Department's settlement with Michael Flynn, paying out $1.25 million over his claim that he was wrongly prosecuted for making false statements to federal agents. And as Mary points out in her recent MS NOW op-ed, this settlement could set a dangerous precedent, by encouraging others “to seek similar windfalls” that support Trump's efforts to rewrite history. Next, they unpack a case brought by Minnesota against the DOJ and DHS for blocking state investigators from accessing evidence in the Renee Good, Alex Pretti, and Julio Sosa-Celis shootings. And last up, the co-hosts break down a disastrous error the Justice Department admitted to this week, using an incorrect written policy to defend actions resulting in a number of arrests at immigration courthouses, as people voluntarily appeared for their immigration proceedings. You can also find us on YouTube at ms.now/mainjustice. Further reading: Here is Mary's MS NOW write up on Michael Flynn: Trump's settlement to Michael Flynn could set a dangerous precedent. Here is the Anthropic decision: Anthropic PBC v. U.S. Department of War HERE is the ICE memorandum the government relied on to allow immigration arrests near courthouses. And HERE is the letter from the SDNY to Judge Kevin Castel noting their error. Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads. You'll also get exclusive bonus content from this and other shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
SEASON 4 EPISODE 72: COUNTDOWN WITH KEITH OLBERMANN A-Block (2:30) SPECIAL COMMENT: Trump has started World War 3 and has no idea how to stop it - and he doesn't know he's LOSING World War 3.How could he NOT know this? Because reportedly every morning they show him two minutes of highlights of "stuff blowing up" in Iran. His own personal SportsCenter Conflagration in the Middle East. Trump insisting Iran is dead. And yet Iran has struck Tel Aviv. Putin has sent a Russian oil tanker to Cuba just to remind us he can. Trump has now handed Iran de facto control of the worldwide price of a barrel of oil. Iran now controls 30 percent of worldwide fertilizer distribution. Because of Trump’s World War 3, the Philippines declares an energy emergency and Slovenia institutes energy rationing and United Airlines raised airfares twenty percent. Trump insists peace could be imminent and sends thousands more troops there. He mumbles about a peace proposal. It may be LAST year’s peace proposal and he's confused. Ukraine-Russia continues. Now the PAKISTANIS think they are mediators about Trump’s World War 3. Trump's World War 3, which is apparently being conducted, so crooks can make billion dollar bets on oil futures. And in the ultimate insanity: the military POINT of Trump’s World War 3 is to reopen the Strait of Hormuz after the Strait of Hormuz was closed by… Trump’s World War 3.All this while Rupert Murdoch insists if Trump DOESN’T put boots on the ground in Iran it will mean “American collapse.” World War 3 (TRUMP’S World War 3) in the new Thursday Countdown dropping at midnight. IT IS ALMOST SCAPEGOAT TIME: He's beginning to give Hegseth way too much of the credit he normally gives himself. That's what he's always done when he's about to fire somebody. He did it to Noem. Hegseth could be next. Or maybe MarkWayne Mullin, he's been on the job two days and already made an idiot out of himself (again). And talk about scapegoats: who's going to get it at CBS where the morning show's target audience is now 33% smaller than the target audience I had the last week I did Countdown on MSNBC. B-Block (26:00) THE WORST PERSONS IN THE WORLD: When Patel's federally-funded girl friend Alexis Wilkins trashes Mike Flynn, Candace Owens, Tucker Carlson and Joe Kent - this must be some list: The Blaze, Glenn Beck, Scott Jennings, and Lauren Boebert, C-Block (40:00) THINGS I PROMISED NOT TO TELL: A new baseball season is underway and this might be our last Opening Week until 2028 or later. My career began with covering the two most calamitous sports strikes in American history: MLB 1981 and NFL 1982. Of a drunken night with the football guys, and a broadcast in which a then-prominent sports columnist called them all communists (for the same kind of proposal OWNERS now offer TO players).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
March 24, 2026; 8pm: Tonight, climbing the escalation ladder in Iran. Then, Trump's DHS shutdown and whether the president is about to blink. And from stocks, to oil, to prediction markets, the new push to curb corruption and insider trading on Trump's war. Want more of Chris? Download and follow his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
John discusses Florida Democrats' stunning victory in a special election in Mar-a-Lago's district and Trump's declaration of victory in his dealings with Iran, juxtaposed with the announcement of an impending deployment of American paratroopers to the Middle East. John also pays tribute to the late Robert Mueller, reflecting on his legacy and the importance of upholding the rule of law in the face of corruption. Then, John welcomes Kelly Dietrich, founder of the National Democratic Training Committee, who discusses the urgency of mobilizing Democrats ahead of the upcoming elections. Bob Henley joins John to discuss the ongoing challenges in media and labor, the impact of immigration on local economies, and the importance of grassroots journalism in countering corporate narratives. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Amid an unrelenting news cycle, one story really hit hard for both Mary and Andrew this week: the passing of former FBI Director Robert Mueller. Both hosts worked with him: Mary in the DC US Attorney's Office; Andrew as FBI Special Counsel, General Counsel, and ultimately, as a top prosecutor in Mueller's 2016 Special Counsel investigation into Russian election interference. They reflect on Mueller's life and legacy being one dedicated topublic service, which, in Andrew's accounting, “wasn't just a calling, it was a privilege.” Next, they move to a win for journalism and freedom of the press: Judge Paul Friedman's decision in the case brought by the New York Times against the Pentagon regarding press access. And lastly, Mary and Andrew reviewMonday's Supreme Court oral arguments in a case centered on whether mail-in ballots that arrive after Election Day should be counted. The co-hosts read the tea leaves on the merits the justices seem to be eyeing and what it could mean for midterm voting this fall. And, a big thank you to listeners as Main Justice celebrates it's 3-year anniversary. Starting today, you can also find us on YouTube at ms.now/mainjustice. Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads. You'll also get exclusive bonus content from this and other shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The dems are at it again! They have let their Trump Derangement Syndrome get in the way of acting like normal, rational people. They don't care if Iran gets a nuclear weapon, they don't care if they could reach America with an ICBM. And Forbes this week out with some damning information about Mar-A-Lago and Trump's net worth - the dems are not going to be happy!Spnosor:My Pillowwww.mypillow.com/JohnPromo code 'john' for up to 66% off all items!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Last week, Judge James Boasberg checked in the Justice Department by quashing two subpoenas against Federal Reserve Board Chair Jerome Powell, intended to pressure him into "voting for lower interest rates or resigning.” Finding “essentially zero evidence” of criminal behavior, Mary and Andrew explain how these subpoenas were issued as retribution and retaliation against Powell, as Boasberg cited over 100 statements that the president and his deputies made attacking him. Next, the co-hosts dig into the disciplinary proceedings against President Trump's pardon attorney Ed Martin, who, while serving as DC's interim U.S. Attorney, pressured Georgetown Law School to change its curriculum. Last on the agenda, Mary and Andrew highlight the case that AI firm Anthropic filed against the Defense Department over being essentially blacklisted. The case is centered around the Pentagon labeling the AI firm a “supply chain risk” after they asked the Pentagon not to use their “Claude” AI technology to do two things: “deploy lethal autonomous warfare without human oversight” and use it for “mass surveillance of Americans.” Further reading: Here is the complaint Anthropic filed against the government: Complaint For Declaratory And Injunctive Relief Here once again is the Federal Register if you'd like to enter public comment: Review of State Bar Complaints and Allegations Against Department of Justice Attorneys Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads. You'll also get exclusive bonus content from this and other shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Get tickets for the #SistersInLaw Live Show in Denver, Colorado, on 4/23/26 at politicon.com/tour In this episode of #SistersInLaw Sidebar, Jill Wine-Banks and Kimberly Atkins Stohr answer your questions on everything from judicial powers and reform to constitutional rights, and the Iran war. Together, they discuss the ability of judges to stop deportation arrests with their contempt powers, whether a future president and congress will make much needed changes to the SCOTUS, if the SAVE ACT ID requirement constitutes a poll tax, the pardon power of governors, the rights of minors under the law, the dangers of Trump using Mar-A-Lago as his war room, and how the 6th Amendment relates to allegations arising from the Epstein files.Freshen up your spring wardrobe! Get the brand new ReSIStance T-Shirt, Mini Tote, and other #SistersInLaw gear at politicon.com/merch! Additional #SistersInLaw Projects#SistersInLaw Main ShowJill's Politicon YouTube Show: Just The FactsKim's Newsletter: The GavelJoyce's new book, Giving Up Is Unforgivable, is now available, and for a limited time, you have the exclusive opportunity to order a signed copy here. Pre-order Barb's new book, The Fix, or her first book, Attack From Within, now in paperback. Add the #Sisters & your other favorite Politicon podcast hosts on BlueskyGet your #SistersInLaw MERCH at politicon.com/merchWEBSITE & TRANSCRIPTEmail: SISTERSINLAW@POLITICON.COM or Thread to @sistersInLaw.podcastGet tickets for the #SistersInLaw Live Show in Denver, Colorado, on 4/23/26 at politicon.com/tour Get text updates from #SistersInLaw and Politicon. Support This Week's Sponsor:Flamingo: Our listeners get the Flamingo Starter Set for just $7 at https://www.shopflamingo.com/SISTERSGet More From The #SistersInLawJoyce Vance: Bluesky | Twitter | University of Alabama Law | Civil Discourse Substack | MSNBC | Author of “Giving Up Is Unforgiveable”Jill Wine-Banks: Bluesky | Twitter | Facebook | Website | Author of The Watergate Girl: My Fight For Truth & Justice Against A Criminal President | Just The Facts YouTubeKimberly Atkins Stohr: Bluesky | Twitter | Boston Globe | WBUR | The Gavel Newsletter | Justice By Design PodcastBarb McQuade: barbaramcquade.com | Bluesky | Twitter | University of Michigan Law | Just Security | MSNBC | Attack From Within: How Disinformation Is Sabotaging America
Today's episode begins with a breakdown of the Justice Department's about-face on four cases brought after Trump targeted several law firms through executive action. As Mary and Andrew discussed last week – they initially dropped their appeal of the decisions against sanctioning these firms, only to reverse course the next day, topped off with a new court filing Friday appealing the rulings. Next, the co-hosts review a pair of decisions: one out of Minnesota's district court concerning the state's immigration surge, which determined the stopping and subsequent arrests of the case's plaintiffs was a result of racial profiling. The second decision comes from U.S. District Judge Royce Lamberth, who ruled Kari Lake's oversight of Voice of America unlawful and illegitimate. Last up, Mary and Andrew detail Attorney General Pam's Bondi's proposed rule that would put any state complaint against a justice department lawyer on hold while the DOJ reviews it, essentially giving the department the power to hold these indefinitely if they so choose. Further reading: Here is Mary's recent piece on MS Now detailing the DOJ's shift on appealing several law firm decisions: What's exposed by the Justice Department's reversal on Trump's campaign against law firms. Every lawyer knows that the federal court rulings were correct and that the president's executive orders are legally indefensible. Here is the Federal Resister: Review of State Bar Complaints and Allegations Against Department of Justice Attorneys Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads. You'll also get exclusive bonus content from this and other shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Today we have a special episode of Mea Culpa with our old friend Frank Figliuzzi. Frank is a former assistant director for counterintelligence at the FBI, where he served for 25 years as a special agent and directed all espionage investigations across the entire government. Frank is a regular contributor for NBC News and MSNBC, and also the author of the national bestseller “The FBI Way: Inside the Bureau's Code of Excellence.” And check out his most recent OP-Ed on the MSNBC opinion page, entitled “There's a Reason Why Hoarding Classified Documents is a Crime." Frank breaks down for us the redacted version of the Mar-a-Lago search warrant affidavit and what it possibly means for the Mandarin Mussolini.
Mea Cupla is honored to welcome back our friend, Norm Eisen. There's pretty much nothing going on in politics today that he doesn't have an opinion about. His latest book, "Overcoming Trumpery” is a great read, especially as we gear up for the midterms and watch Republican candidates try to mimic Trumpian tactics to get elected. Eisen is a CNN Legal Analyst. And the founder and executive chair of “States United Democracy Center”, a nonpartisan organization advancing free, fair, and secure elections. Eisen served as special counsel to President Barack Obama on ethics and government reform. In that role, he was dubbed “Mr. No” and the “Ethics Czar” because he's well known for his tough anti-corruption approach to governance. Eisen is also active with the Brookings Institute and other groups working to expose the myriad of ways Trump and his cronies broke the law and attempted to overturn the 2020 election. From exposing Trump's potential crimes in Georgia — to suing the Proud Boys an...
Initial shock has given way to grave concerns as the US and Israel's joint attack on Iran continue, stepping both countries into a war without a clear goal, end date or exit strategy. To help explain where congressional powers lie and the limits of executive authority, Mary and Andrew call upon Tess Bridgeman, international law expert and Co-Editor-in-Chief of "Just Security”. Tess stakes out the scope of the 1973 War Powers Resolution, and why Congress is meant to be the body that decides if, and when the US commits to armed conflict with another nation state. Then, Mary and Andrew turn focus to a few immigration updates, as more judges chastise the government for continually violating court orders, and a Columbia student is detained by ICE under false pretenses. Last up, the co-hosts turn to the decision in the case involving whether a journalist's devices seized while executing a search warrant could be searched. Plus: the Trump administration's decision to stand down on defending Trump's sanctions against law firms— only to do a seeming about face the next day. Further reading: Here is the piece Tess Bridgeman co-wrote on "Just Security": Top Questions the Trump Administration Needs to Answer on War with Iran Here is the opinion Andrew and Mary were referring to out of the Southern District of West Virginia You can pre-order Andrew's book, out May 19th, here: Liar's Kingdom: How to Stop Trump's Deceit and Save America Sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts to listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads. You'll also get exclusive bonus content from this and other shows. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this episode, I delve into the details behind yesterday's attempted attack at Trump's Mar-a-Lago home, the Supreme Court's decision on tariffs, and another embarrassing speech by a top Democrat. Guess Who Didn't Show Up to the White House Governors Dinner? https://redstate.com/bobhoge/2026/02/21/potus-and-flotus-in-attendance-at-white-house-governors-dinner-but-note-who-didnt-show-up-n2199418 Trump Drops Bomb on Obama's Viral “Alien” Admission https://www.theblaze.com/news/trump-obama-aliens-viral-classified Minnesota Pastor Breaks Silence on Church Invasion — and Tells Truth about Don Lemon https://www.dailysignal.com/2026/02/18/minneapolis-pastor-jonathan-parnell-says-don-lemon-was-terror-church-invasion/ Sponsors: Brickhouse Nutrition - https://BrickhouseNutrition.com/dan - code: dan Patriot Mobile - https://patriotmobile.com/dan Bon Charge - https://boncharge.com - code: Bongino American Financing - Visit http://www.AmericanFinancing.net/Bongino - NMLS 182334, nmlsconsumeraccess.org. APR for rates in the 5s start at 6.196% for well qualified borrowers. Call 888-994-7660 for details about credit costs and terms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A 21-year-old North Carolina man armed with a shotgun and gas can is shot and killed after breaching the inner perimeter of Mar-a-Lago. Violence erupts across western Mexico after security forces kill Nemesio “El Mencho” Oseguera, founder of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, in a raid that U.S. officials say included American intelligence support. A powerful nor'easter slams the Northeast with blizzard warnings affecting 35 million Americans as New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani faces criticism for requiring five forms of ID to shovel snow while opposing voter ID laws. Team USA's men's hockey team captures Olympic gold in Milan with a dramatic overtime win over Canada, marking a historic sweep as both U.S. men's and women's teams top their longtime rival. Relief Factor: Break up with pain—Relief Factor targets inflammation so you can move better and feel better; try the 3-Week QuickStart for just $19.95 at https://ReliefFactor.com or call 800-4-RELIEF. Herald Group: Learn more at https://GuardYourCard.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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