Best Mike Lander Podcasts (2025)

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3534 - L.A. Vs ICE, DOGE's VA Disaster w/ Memo Torres & Brandon Roberts 1:25:05

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We got two great guests for you this hump day. First, we talk to Brandon Roberts, an investigative journalist for ProPublica about the error prone AI program that DOGE implemented to determine Veterans Affairs cuts. We also discuss how FDA cuts have made it difficult to regulate the quality and safety of pharmaceuticals imported from other countrie…

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Latino Voters and the Mayor's Race, with Jessica González-Rojas & Eli Valentín 1:15:23

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DescriptionAssemblymember Jessica González-Rojas, a Queens Democrat who represents the 34th Assembly District (Astoria, Corona, East Elmhurst, Elmhurst, Jackson Heights, Woodside), and Eli Valentín, a political analyst and columnist, joined the show to discuss Latino voters and the New York City mayoral race. With host Ben Max, they discussed Zohra…

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3533 - ICE's Kabuki Invasion of LA and the Coming Medical Collapse w/ Hasan Piker and Dr. Rob Davidson 1:01:19

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It's Tuesday and there is plenty of news, but it is not a news day Tuesday because we have two guests for you today. First, we are joined by Dr. Rob Davidson, West Michigan Emergency Physician and The Committee to Protect Health Care - Patients Over Profits to real, harmful impacts the Senate Bill will have on rural hospitals. Then in the Fun Half …

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904. Andy & DJ CTI: Massive Search For Survivors After Deadly Texas Floods, Epstein Didn't Have A 'Client List' & Nelly Purchases National Thoroughbred Team 1:42:13

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On today's episode, Andy & DJ discuss the massive search for survivors after the deadly Texas floods with more rain coming, the DOJ and FBI saying that Jeffrey Epstein didn't have a 'client list', and rapper Nelly purchasing a National Thoroughbred team and moving them to St. Louis.

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3532 - Texas Flood and Republican Governance: You're on Your Own 1:08:28

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It's Monday and we are celebrating Emma's return from her honeymoon. On today's show we cover the devastation from flash flooding in central Texas. We continue to dig deeper in the SENR Bill. It will take a month to sort through this monstrous piece of legislation. In the fun half we listen to the least fun person in the world, Border Czar Tom Holm…

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903. Q&AF: Setting Boundaries, Getting Over Guilt & Developing The Skill Of Patience 1:01:34

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On today’s episode, Andy answers live call-in questions on how to set boundaries with other driven people, what are some good ways to let go of guilt from your past, and how to build patience as you push for success.

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Harnessing the Extreme Power of B2B Event Management with Jade Howgrave-Graham and Lucy Francis 34:47

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What strategies can still lead to fruitful in-person event outcomes in challenging economic times? I’m thrilled to have both Jade Howgrave-Graham and Lucy Francis from Lemon Lane join me to explore their impactful business in the B2B events industry. They tell us all about how their personal passions have uniquely shaped their professional journey,…

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3531 - GOP Passes Long Sought Brutality Bill w/ Heather ‘Digby’ Parton 1:20:21

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It's a casual Friday on a Thursday and the disastrous Senate bill passed somehow despite Chuck Schumer's renaming. Our favorite, Heather 'Digby' Parton joins us today for a recap of the week's news. In the Fun Half Matt Binder and Brandon Sutton join for further discussion of the bill. We watch Jimmy Dore tackle climate change by discussing an arti…

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902. Andy & DJ CTI: Sean 'Diddy' Combs Verdict, The One Big Beautiful Bill & Trump To Visit 'Alligator Alcatraz' For Grand Opening 1:48:30

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On today's episode, Andy & DJ discuss the Sean 'Diddy' Combs verdict as the mogul is acquitted on sex trafficking charges and convicted on prostitution counts, the US Senate's final push to pass Trump's spending bill, and Trump set to visit 'Alligator Alcatraz' for the grand opening.

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3530 - Senate Sells Out Working Families w/ Randi Weingarten 1:04:38

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It's hump day and everything is fine because Chuck Schumer got the bill's name changed! That'll show 'em. Way to go Cuck (sic). Today we are joined by Randi Weingarten, president of the American Federation of Teachers. With 1.8 million members, the AFT is one the largest public employee unions in the country. Randi talks about the need to fight thi…

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3529 - Republicans Finesse Trump's Big Bad Bill w/ David Dayen 58:45

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Fun Half link: https://youtube.com/live/vxQtp_sUyNo The SENR Bill passed this morning, and we are still wading through the muck David Dayen joins us to help in the aforementioned muck wading. In the fun half we watch some more of Zohran's masterful answers to insane lines of questioning. Tim Pool calls out the Sam for being a little guy who is also…

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901. Championship Mindset Ft. Ryan Hardwick: 24h Le Mans Winner 2:06:30

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On today’s episode, Andy and DJ are joined in the studio by 1st Phorm Elite Athlete Ryan Hardwick, who is best known for his victories at the 24 Hour Le Mans, Rolex 24 at Daytona, and the 12 Hour Sebring. They dive deep into Ryan’s early life and the path that led him to become a professional race car driver, his entrepreneurial journey that parall…

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3528 - Trump-GOP's Supreme Court Rubber Stamp w/ Elie Mystal 1:30:31

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It's Monday and the GOPs in Congress have been pulling all-nighters in an attempt to pass the SENR Bill and complete the largest upwards transfer of wealth in the nation's history As the legislative branch works their magic math to kill as many poor people as possible the Judicial branch has been doing much of the same. Elie Mystal joins us to brea…

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900. Q&AF: Handling Major Setbacks, Finding Your Mission & Workplace Troubleshooting 55:20

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On today’s episode, Andy answers live call-in questions on how to keep your momentum going when you face a major setback in life, what’s the best way to find your mission when you hit a ceiling in your profession, and handling a tough call at work when your team cuts corners and things go wrong.

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Unlocking the Mysteries of Public Sector Procurement with Dan Cook 33:59

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What powerful strategies can help suppliers break into the lucrative public sector market? Dan Cook, Director of Public Sector for digital product consultancy Red Badger, is here to give deep insights into public sector procurement. He provides a very unique perspective, showcased by his journey from being a buyer in the public sector to navigating…

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3527 - How Zohran Mamdani Won; GOP’s Cruel Medicaid Cuts w/ Ryan Grim, Dr. Adam Gaffney 1:42:47

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It’s Casual Friday and Sam is still hosting solo today as Emma continues to neglect the show for her “honeymoon”. Whatever. On the program today we listen to Sen Kirsten Gilibrand (D-NY) lose her mind and spew a stream of racist sewage out of her mouth towards Zohran Mamdani. Ryan Grim joins for a wrap up of the week’s news. Subscribe to Ryan’s new…

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899. Andy, Eli Wehbe & DJ CTI: Liver King Freed After Threatening Joe Rogan, NYC Mayor Adams Announces Re-Election Bid After Mamdani Wins Dem Primary, & Caitlin Clark May Be Finished 1:44:07

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On today's episode, Andy and DJ are joined in the studio by ultra-endurance athlete and author Eli Wehbe. They discuss the Liver King being freed after threatening Joe Rogan, NYC Mayor Eric Adams announcing his re-election bid following Mamdani’s win in the Democratic primary, and whether Caitlin Clark may be finished after enduring a year and a ha…

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Mike Gianaris on the Mayoral Primary, Mamdani's Record, & What Comes Next for New York Democrats 50:01

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Michael Gianaris, the State Senate Deputy Leader and head of Senate Democrats' campaign efforts, joined the show to discuss his fellow Queens legislator — Zohran Mamdani — winning the Democratic primary for Mayor, Mamdani's record in the Legislature (including on issues where they partnered like public transit), and how Democrats should respond to …

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3526 - Horrors Inside an ICE Detention Center, Blue Bottle Unionizes w/ Alex Sammon and Blue Bottle Union Reps 1:24:56

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It’s a No Emma Emmajority Report Thursday. Matt Binder is in the host seat today as we continue basking in Zohran Mamdani’s primary afterglow. Sam interviews features writer for Slate, Alex Sammon on his new piece about the history of an ICE detention center in a small town in Louisiana. Sam also interviews Claire Autorino and BB Young about their …

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Mara Gay on the Mayoral Primary, the Democratic Establishment, & What Comes Next 51:17

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Mara Gay — an opinion writer at The New York Times, a former member of The Times' Editorial Board, and a longtime New York journalist who has covered New York and national politics — joined the show to discuss Zohran Mamdani's victory in the Democratic primary for Mayor, the flaws in the Democratic establishment, the role of the Times, and what com…

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3525 - Mamdani Wins! Good Riddance Cuomo! The Skrmetti Ruling w/ David Weigel and Chase Strangio 1:12:08

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Happy Wednesday from the soon to be Sharia Anarcho Communist Caliphate of New York City. ZOHRAN MAMDANI HAS WON THE NYC PRIMARY! BYE CUOMO! The show kicks off by spending some time appreciating Zohran's masterful campaign and its potential impact on the national scale. David Weigel from Semafor joins us to recount his coverage of the NYC primary an…

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898. Andy & DJ CTI: Trump Lashes Out At Israel And Iran Amid Ceasefire Violations, NYC Mayoral Results May Take Time & Jury Orders Man To Pay $500K For Assualting Police Offer 1:37:02

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On today's episode, Andy & DJ discuss President Donald Trump lashing out at Israel and Iran amid their ceasefire agreement, why the NYC Mayoral results may take time, and a jury ordered a man to pay $500k for assulting a police offier who killed himself after the captiol riot.

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3524 - NYC Primaries, Trump's Not So Ceased-Cease Fire, w/ Leah Litman 1:16:17

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It’s Tuesday News Day, not there’s a lot news to discuss these days. We open with the NYC Mayoral Democratic Primaries and discuss Zohran Mamdani and Brad Lander’s appearance on the Late Show with Stephen Colbert and the strange direction taken by the host. Then we bring on the great Leah Litman to discuss her new book, LAWLESS and the Supreme Cour…

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Susan Kang on the DSA, the Mamdani Campaign, & the Mayoral Race 1:10:20

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Susan Kang — a political science professor at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, member of the New York City chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America, and longtime New York political activist — joined the show to discuss the DSA, the Zohran Mamdani mayoral campaign, and the broader political landscape. (Ep 513)…

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3523 - Trump Bombs Iran, Mamdani Surges in New Poll w/ Matt Duss, Eskander Sadeghi, Anthony Conwright 1:46:48

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It’s Monday, and everything is fine... On today's show It's the NYC Primary Election Eve and an Emerson College Poll shows Zohran Mamdani winning in round 8 of the rank choice voting. We talk to Matt Duss over the conflict in Iran. Check out his podcast Undiplomatic and his work at the Center for International Policy Also joining us is Professor Es…

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897. RAF Vault: 1,000 Days (Pt. I & II) 35:38

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On today’s episode, we revisit two of the most important episodes we’ve ever released. In this special two-part throwback, Andy breaks down why thinking small is a trap laid by society, how to build a solid plan for your life, and how to take complete control of your next 1,000 days.

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Mastering Supplier Relations Through Strategic Dialogue with Kelly Barner 30:57

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How can procurement professionals transition from mere cost-cutting to becoming strategic partners that drive amazing business outcomes? Kelly Barner, Co-Founder and Head of Content and Operations at Art of Procurement, is here to talk all about strategic procurement as shown through her journey from traditional purchasing roles to building strateg…

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Adrienne Adams on Her Campaign for Mayor 41:17

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Adrienne Adams, the City Council speaker running for mayor in the June 2025 Democratic primary, joined the show to discuss her campaign, cross-endorsements, ranked-choice voting, and more. (Ep 512)By Max Politics

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What the NYC Democratic Primary Electorate Will Look Like, with Evan Roth Smith & Michael Lange 1:07:35

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Pollster Evan Roth Smith and analyst Michael Lange joined the show to discuss what the Democratic primary electorate in the race for Mayor will look like, including key variables at play along age, gender, racial, ethnic, borough, and other lines, what initial early voting data tells us, and other key factors at play in the race as it approaches pr…

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3522 - We Forgot the Lessons of Iraq and the ’08 Recession in One Week w/ David Dayen 1:29:54

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It’s casual Friday. Today in studio for the first hour is writer and editor of the American Prospect, David Dayen. Sam and David dive deep into the SENR Bill, the Genius Act and the Big Beautiful Bill. Of course we check in with the looming potential American invasion of Iran. And we close out the first half with the NYC Mayoral primaries. If you l…

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896. Andy & DJ CTI: Tucker Carlson Vs. Ted Cruz, Trump Gives Israel And Iran Two-Week Deadline To Broker Peace & Marina Mabrey's Flagrant Foul On Caitlin Clark 1:40:42

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On today's episode, Andy & DJ discuss what we learned from the Tucker Carlson and Ted Cruz sit-down, Trump giving Israel and Iran a two-week deadline to broker peace as bombing continues, and Marina Mabrey's foul on Caitlin Clark upgraded to a flagrant-2.

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3521 - Trump Goes Full NeoCon & Massive Public Land Sell Off w/ Michael Carroll 1:05:33

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It’s Emancipation Thursday. On today’s show we watch archival news footage covering the passing of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and discuss the deterioration of that landmark legislation. Meanwhile, the Iran war drums beat louder. Trump does a 180 on his supposed “anti-war” position as the same old Military Industrial Complex arguments used for Ira…

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Howard Wolfson & Amit Singh Bagga on The New York Times and the 2025 Race for Mayor 1:04:20

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Howard Wolfson and Amit Singh Bagga — two political strategists, former city government officials, and members of The New York Times' 'The Choice' opinion panel — joined the show to discuss their experience as part of the Times' mayoral race assessment, the state of the race with a week until primary day, their thoughts on individual candidates, an…

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3520 - Israel's West Bank Annexation; Trump's ICE Gestapo w/ Jasper Nathaniel, Brad Lander 1:25:10

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Another busy day in the derailed circus train that is Trump's administration. On today's show, Tucker Carlson humiliates Ted Cruz into admitting that the US is involved in Israel’s war in Iran. Broken clock, etc. We talk to Jasper Nathanial about his piece for The Baffler titled “The Annexation of the West Bank is Complete”. Check his other work at…

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Doc Coyle - Explains Why The Ex-Man Went On Hiatus 29:43

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Doc talks about why he hasn't recorded a show in 6 months, what he has been up to, and his plans for the show in the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Doc Coyle & Sound Talent Media

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2519 - Mike Lee Melts Down, Iran Tensions Rise, NYC Comptroller Arrested by ICE, CA Sues Feds w/ Rob Bonta 1:07:13

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It’s Tuesday News Day. Today’s show opens with rising tensions between Israel and Iran and a worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Trump’s awkward G7 exit. Sen. Mike Lee comes under fire for a callous tweet following a Democratic lawmaker’s assassination in Minnesota. An interview with California AG Rob Bonta, who details multiple lawsuits against…

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895. Andy & DJ CTI: Iranian Strikes On Israel Escalate, Minnesota State Rep Assassinated & Air India Plane Explodes After Tragic Crash 1:26:26

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On today's episode, Andy & DJ discuss the Iranian strikes on Israel killing at least 24 people, a Minnesota State Representative and her husband shot and killed, and the shocking footage showing Air India plane exploding after a tragic crash leaving a lone survivor.

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Brad Lander on His Campaign for Mayor 57:55

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Brad Lander, the city comptroller running for mayor in the June 2025 Democratic primary, joined the show to discuss his mayoral campaign, cross-endorsement with Zohran Mamdani, and more. (Ep 509)By Max Politics

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2519 - Trump's Military Parade, Protests & Political Violence + Israel's Attack On Iran w/ Stephen Wertheim 1:08:13

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Veeeeery busy day for us at the Majority Report today, with a new front of Israel's military rampage opening up with Iran, Donald Trump holding what turned out to be a rinky dinky military parade, political assassinations in Minnesota, No Kings protests across the country, and AOC and Zohran holding a joint rally in NYC. We get to all of that today…

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894. Real Talk: Champions Embrace The Battle, Amateurs Pretend 9:22

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On today’s Real Talk, Andy breaks down why true champions are the ones willing to face embarrassment, rejection, and failure head on while amateurs waste time pretending to have it all figured out.

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Typical Agency Dysfunctions and How to Avoid Them with Leah Power 30:47

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Is your agency prepared to counteract typical dysfunctions and build value-driven client partnerships? Leah Power, EVP, Strategic Operations Consultant at the Institute of Canadian Agencies, joins us for a second appearance to discuss the relationship between cost efficiency and creativity in agency-client relationships. Leah examines the role of p…

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Analyzing the Second Democratic Mayoral Debate, with Harry Siegel 53:27

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Harry Siegel — co-host of the FAQ NYC podcast, an editor at The City, and a columnist at The Daily News and Vital City — joined the show to analyze the second televised Democratic mayoral primary debate. Just after the debate among 7 "leading candidates" that aired on NY1 TV and WNYC radio, Siegel joined host Ben Max to discuss how the candidates p…

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2518 - Trump Administration Thuggery & The Coopting of the Military w/ Jeet Heer 1:41:45

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It's Casual Friday, and it is so casual that we have pre-taped today's show Thursday evening in order to attend Emma's wedding. Sam starts off by discussing the implications of Senator Alex Padilla being man-handled and handcuffed by federal agents while trying to ask DHS Secretary Kristi Noem. He gets further into that and Donald Trump's propensit…

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893. Andy, Casey Putsch & DJ CTI FBI Busts Alleged LA Riot Leader & Democrat Stacy Plaskett Lashes Out At Critic 2:33:12

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On today's episode, Andy & DJ are joined in the studio by Ohio-based racer, car builder, YouTube personality, and Putsch Auto Media owner, Casey Putsch. They discuss the FBI busting the alleged LA riot leader, and Democrat Stacey Plaskett lashing out at a critic.

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Black Voters and the 2025 Mayoral Race, with L Joy Williams 1:05:38

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L Joy Williams — president of the NAACP New York State Conference, a political strategist, and host of Sunday Civics — joined the show to discuss the future of the NAACP in New York, the priorities of Black New Yorkers, the role of Black voters in the 2025 New York City mayoral race, and more. (Ep 507)…

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2517 - Trump's Showdown With SCOTUS And Protesters w/ Mark Joseph Stern 1:06:31

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It's a Matt-jority top of the show today, with Sam joining a little later with an interview with Slate's Mark Joseph Stern about the goings on at the Supreme Court. The Trump administration is taking it's assault on democracy to the court, and there are several important cases we all need to be keeping an eye on. Check out Mark's reporting here: ht…

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Ana Maria Archila on the Working Families Party's Mayoral Race Push 1:06:34

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Ana Maria Archila, co-director of the New York Working Families Party, joined the show to discuss the WFP's mayoral candidate rankings, the push to elect Zohran Mamdani as mayor, ranked-choice voting strategies, and more. (Ep 506)By Max Politics

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2516 - How Gaza Exposed The West’s Moral Rot; NYC’s Left-Wing Uprising w/ Omar El Akkad, Chi Ossé 1:25:20

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It's an Emmajority Wednesday (I know, we're as confused as you are) and we have two great guests for you today. First, we cover Donald Trump's ominous threats to protesters who are upset about ICE raids in Los Angeles and around the country. After that, Emma talks to journalist and author Omar El Akkad about his new book "One Day Everyone Will Have…

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892. Andy & DJ CTI: Anti-ICE Protests In LA, Simone Biles Apologizes To Riley Gaines & Elon Musks Hints That Fall-Out With Trump May Be Cooling Off 1:22:03

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In today's episode, Andy & DJ discuss the Anti-ICE protests that are spreading across in Los Angeles, Simone Biles apologizing to Riley Gaines calling for fair competition in sports, and Elon Musk hinting that the fall-out with Donald Trump might be cooling off after the president wishes him well.

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2515 - Marines Deployed to LA to Defend Trump's Immigration Crackdown 1:10:15

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It's Newsday Tuesday™ with the MR crew and we'll be digging into the Trump administration's deployment of federal troops to Los Angeles amid protests over ICE raids there. Pete Hegseth tries to justify why federal troops are in LA during a House Appropriations subcommittee hearing by pushing falsehoods about both the situation on the ground, the st…