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Don sits down with Mike Nellis to talk about the state of the country and the chaos shaping this political moment. They dig into Donald Trump’s ongoing efforts to obscure and downplay the Epstein files, why transparency keeps being resisted, and what that says about power and accountability. The conversation then turns to Trump’s bizarre and persistent obsession with taking over Greenland, a reminder of how casually some people treat other nations, as assets to be claimed, not sovereign places with people and history. Finally, Don and Mike look ahead to the midterms and beyond, breaking down what Democrats should be doing right now: messaging, strategy, priorities, and how to meet voters where they actually are instead of where consultants wish they were. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

7 Jan 35min

This morning, we’re taking a hard look at the disappointing state of the mainstream media and what happens when journalism stops holding power to account. Once considered a pillar of journalistic integrity, CBS now appears to be a shell of what it once was. Under the influence of figures like Bari Weiss, the network increasingly resembles something closer to state-run media, full of praise for those in power, with little to no meaningful pushback. So what does this shift mean for democracy? Who is the media actually serving right now? And where do we go when trust in journalism continues to erode? Don is joined by friend of the show Oliver Darcy to break it all down, why this matters, how we got here, and what accountability is supposed to look like when the press is doing its job. This episode is sponsored by Wildgrain. Right now, Wildgrain is offering our listeners $30 off your first box - PLUS free Croissants for life - when you go to https://Wildgrain.com/LEMON to start your subscription today. This episode is brought to you by Lean. If you want to lose meaningful weight at a healthy pace and keep it off... Add LEAN to your diet and exercise lifestyle. Get 20% OFF WHEN YOU ENTER LEMON at https://TAKELEAN.com This episode is sponsored by Fatty15. Get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to https://fatty15.com/LEMON and using code LEMON at checkout. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. BetterHelp makes it easy to get matched online with a qualified therapist. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/donlemon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

7 Jan 1h 8min

Don sits down with Michael Cohen for a wide-ranging conversation about the state of the nation and the moment we’re living in right now. They dig into growing concerns about Donald Trump’s mental decline, the escalating and dangerous situation involving Venezuela and Trump’s capture of Nicolás Maduro, and the continued fallout from the Epstein files, which refuse to fade despite repeated efforts to downplay their significance. From foreign policy chaos to unanswered questions about accountability at home, Don and Michael break down how all of these threads intersect and what they reveal about power, instability, and where the country may be headed next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

7 Jan 37min

Tonight we’re confronting a deeply disturbing case of brutality and abuse inside ICE detention centers. We’re joined by the wife of a man currently being held in one of these facilities, who describes a pattern of abuse, medical neglect, and silence as her family desperately tries to get answers. This is not an isolated story. It raises urgent questions about oversight, accountability, and how such inhumanity is being allowed to continue under the authority of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. What protections exist for people in custody? Why are families kept in the dark? And what can be done right now to stop the harm? Join us live as we listen, examine the facts, and talk about the paths forward for accountability, transparency, and action. This episode is sponsored by Wildgrain. Right now, Wildgrain is offering our listeners $30 off your first box - PLUS free Croissants for life - when you go to https://Wildgrain.com/LEMON to start your subscription today. This episode is brought to you by Lean. If you want to lose meaningful weight at a healthy pace and keep it off... Add LEAN to your diet and exercise lifestyle. Get 20% OFF WHEN YOU ENTER LEMON at https://TAKELEAN.com This episode is sponsored by Fatty15. Get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to https://fatty15.com/LEMON and using code LEMON at checkout. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. BetterHelp makes it easy to get matched online with a qualified therapist. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/donlemon This episode is sponsored by American Financing. NMLS 182334, nmlsconsumeraccess.org. APR for rates in the 5s start at 6.196% for well qualified borrowers. Call 888-675-4090, for details about credit costs and terms. Or AmericanFinancing.net/Lemon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

7 Jan 1h 15min

Don and the team break down some of the wildest, most unhinged moments from Donald Trump’s speech at the Kennedy Center, and there was no shortage of material. From bragging about taking cognitive tests, to inventing brand new ways to do math, to rambling detours that left audiences scratching their heads, the speech was a masterclass in chaos. We’ll walk through the moments that stood out, explain why they matter, and talk honestly about what this kind of performance says about where things are headed. It’s equal parts jaw-dropping, bewildering, and darkly funny, with receipts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

6 Jan 22min

This morning we’re diving into the mainstream media meltdown, and the latest example comes from Tony Dokoupil’s revamped CBS Evening News, which had a disastrous debut marked by glitches, repetition, and on-air confusion. For a broadcast that once set the standard, it was a rough showing. But this wasn’t just a bad night, it’s part of a larger pattern. Once pillars of American journalism, legacy outlets are struggling to meet the moment as audiences lose trust and clarity gives way to chaos. CBS in particular has faced mounting criticism in recent months, especially since Bari Weiss was put in charge, with growing accusations that the network is drifting toward access journalism and acting as a mouthpiece for Trump and the MAGA movement. So what’s really happening to mainstream media? Is this about leadership, priorities, or a deeper identity crisis? And where does this leave viewers who just want reliable information? This episode is sponsored by Wildgrain. Right now, Wildgrain is offering our listeners $30 off your first box - PLUS free Croissants for life - when you go to https://Wildgrain.com/LEMON to start your subscription today. This episode is brought to you by Lean. If you want to lose meaningful weight at a healthy pace and keep it off... Add LEAN to your diet and exercise lifestyle. Get 20% OFF WHEN YOU ENTER LEMON at https://TAKELEAN.com This episode is sponsored by Fatty15. Get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to https://fatty15.com/LEMON and using code LEMON at checkout. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. BetterHelp makes it easy to get matched online with a qualified therapist. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/donlemon This episode is sponsored by American Financing. NMLS 182334, nmlsconsumeraccess.org. APR for rates in the 5s start at 6.196% for well qualified borrowers. Call 888-675-4090, for details about credit costs and terms. Or AmericanFinancing.net/Lemon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

6 Jan 1h 12min

Tonight we’re diving into the chaos surrounding Donald Trump’s strike on Venezuela and the capture of Nicolás Maduroa dramatic escalation that has raised alarms at home and abroad. And looming over all of it is one unavoidable question: Is this a distraction from the Epstein files? As damaging revelations continue to surface and pressure mounts for accountability, the timing of this action has many asking whether a foreign crisis is being used to change the subject, flood the news cycle, and rally political loyalty through fear and spectacle. Joining Don tonight is James Carville, who lays out why he believes this escalation fits a familiar political playbook and why Americans should be paying close attention to what’s happening behind the headlines. This episode is sponsored by Wildgrain. Right now, Wildgrain is offering our listeners $30 off your first box - PLUS free Croissants for life - when you go to https://Wildgrain.com/LEMON to start your subscription today. This episode is brought to you by Lean. If you want to lose meaningful weight at a healthy pace and keep it off... Add LEAN to your diet and exercise lifestyle. Get 20% OFF WHEN YOU ENTER LEMON at https://TAKELEAN.com This episode is sponsored by Fatty15. Get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to https://fatty15.com/LEMON and using code LEMON at checkout. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. BetterHelp makes it easy to get matched online with a qualified therapist. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/donlemon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

6 Jan 1h

Don breaks down the outrageous move by Pete Hegseth to censure Mark Kelly and threaten cuts to his retirement pay, all over a video Kelly made with other lawmakers reminding members of the military that they are not required to obey unlawful orders. Let’s be clear about what’s happening here. Hegseth isn’t enforcing discipline, he’s punishing a senator for telling the military to follow the law. This is dangerous, unprecedented, and part of a broader pattern by the administration to clamp down on dissent and intimidate anyone who challenges its authority. A stark look at power, retaliation, and why protecting lawful speech matters more than ever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

5 Jan 10min