Lemon LIVE at 5 | Charlie Kirk & Trey Reed - They Didn't Have to Die! - September 17th, 2025

For this special Juneteenth conversation, Don Lemon sits down with John Conyers III to reflect on the meaning of the day, the long fight for Black freedom, and the legacy of his father, the late Congressman John Conyers, one of the longest-serving members of Congress and a tireless advocate for civil rights. From introducing the original bill to make Martin Luther King Jr. Day a national holiday to pushing for reparations and justice reform, Rep. Conyers left behind a powerful legacy of progress. In this intimate and thoughtful interview, his son opens up about what that legacy means today and why the work is far from over. A powerful reminder that Juneteenth is not just about history, but about the future we’re still building. This episode is brought to you by the Freedom From Religion Foundation. Go to FFRF.US/Freedom or text DON to 511 511 and become a member today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

20 Jun 202529min

Happy Juneteenth! 🇺🇸✊🏽 Today we’re honoring the spirit of freedom and diving into the very real battles still being fought to protect it. Don kicks things off with a breakdown of the latest MAGA meltdowns (yes, they’re still happening), from conspiracy-fueled rants to public tantrums over basic accountability. Then, we’re joined by The Good Liars, the viral duo known for confronting chaos with comedy. You’ve seen them troll MAGA rallies, grill politicians, and expose absurdity in real time. Now they sit down with Don to share what they’ve seen, what keeps them going, and what it’s really like to face delusion head-on. Grab a seat. This one’s good. This episode is brought to you by MSI United States. Every woman deserves a choice. Rush your donation today to MSIUNITEDSTATES.ORG, or text "LEMON" to 511 511. Text Fees may apply. This episode is sponsored by Shopify. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at SHOPIFY. COM/lemon This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/donlemon and get on your way to being your best self. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

19 Jun 202554min

In this inspiring and insightful conversation, Don Lemon sits down with cosmetic chemist and BeautyStat founder Ron Robinson to talk about his journey from aspiring doctor to beauty industry trailblazer. With decades of experience at brands like Estée Lauder and Avon, Ron shares how he built his award-winning skincare brand into a major player in the beauty world while making inclusivity a central mission. Plus, as an advisor to Hailey Bieber’s billion-dollar brand Rhode, Ron offers invaluable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to break into the industry and build something that lasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

19 Jun 202526min

It’s official, the MAGA meltdown has begun. As Trump stumbles toward another foreign policy disaster, this time with Iran, some of his most loyal far-right cheerleaders are suddenly slamming the brakes. Tucker Carlson, Candace Owens, Charlie Kirk… yes, those people… are now speaking out against Trump's reckless escalation and apparent thirst for war. Is this a principled stand or just performative outrage? Either way, the MAGA movement is eating itself, and we’re here for the chaos. Join us as we unpack the growing rift inside Trump’s base, the danger of this Iran brinkmanship, and why even the worst people sometimes get something right… accidentally. Bring snacks. It’s gonna be messy. This episode is brought to you by MSI United States. Every woman deserves a choice. Rush your donation today to MSIUNITEDSTATES.ORG, or text "LEMON" to 511 511. Text Fees may apply. This episode is sponsored by Shopify. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at SHOPIFY. COM/lemon This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/donlemon and get on your way to being your best self. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

19 Jun 202559min

Don Lemon sits down with Andrew Yang for a wide-ranging and unfiltered conversation about the future of American politics and technology. Yang shares why he believes the two-party system is broken, what's holding Democrats back, and why it’s time to rethink how we engage voters. Then they dive into the rise of artificial intelligence, what it means for the economy, the workforce, and whether our leaders are prepared for the disruption. Smart, sharp, and surprisingly candid, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss. This episode is brought to you by the Freedom From Religion Foundation. Go to FFRF.US/Freedom or text DON to 511 511 and become a member today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

18 Jun 202545min

We’ve got a jam-packed show today starting with the headlines rocking Hollywood. Tyler Perry has been accused and sued for sexual harassment and assault. Joining us to break it all down is TMZ’s own Charles Latibeaudiere, with the latest on what’s been confirmed, what’s being alleged, and where things may go next. Then we pivot to the brewing civil war inside MAGA world. Turns out not all of Trump’s loyalists are on board with his Iran stance. Are we witnessing a real split or just another attention grab? And finally, Pete Hegseth’s Senate Armed Services Committee hearing was not the flex he thought it would be. Lawmakers roasted him over his lack of qualifications, and honestly, we’re surprised he even showed up. Snark. Receipts. Chaos. Let’s get into it. This episode is brought to you by MSI United States. Every woman deserves a choice. Rush your donation today to MSIUNITEDSTATES.ORG, or text "LEMON" to 511 511. Text Fees may apply. This episode is sponsored by Shopify. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at SHOPIFY. COM/lemon This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/donlemon and get on your way to being your best self. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

18 Jun 20251h 6min

New York City Comptroller Brad Lander was arrested by ICE after peacefully questioning whether or not they had a warrant. Can ICE even arrest U.S. citizens? Brad will join us live to walk us through what happened and why he's not backing down in the face of Trump's increasingly authoritarian playbook. Then, we're diving into a bombshell breaking story: new accusations surfacing against media mogul Tyler Perry. Jason Lee of Hollywood Unlocked joins Don to break down what we know, what’s unconfirmed, and what this means for Perry’s empire and reputation. It’s politics, power, and the pursuit of truth, unfiltered. This episode is brought to you by MSI United States. Every woman deserves a choice. Rush your donation today to MSIUNITEDSTATES.ORG, or text "LEMON" to 511 511. Text Fees may apply. This episode is sponsored by Shopify. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at SHOPIFY. COM/lemon This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/donlemon and get on your way to being your best self. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

18 Jun 20251h 8min

In today’s livestream, we dive into the shocking news out of New York City: Democratic Comptroller Brad Lander has been arrested by ICE. Yes, you read that right...ICE. Since when does Immigration and Customs Enforcement have the authority to arrest U.S. citizens, let alone elected officials? Lander’s so-called “crime”? Asking to see a warrant. This is the latest in a disturbing pattern of crackdowns on dissent and Democratic voices. First Senator Padilla, now this. What exactly is going on, and how far will Trump’s administration go to silence opposition? Join us as we break it all down. Facts, receipts, and a healthy dose of side-eye. This episode is brought to you by MSI United States. Every woman deserves a choice. Rush your donation today to MSIUNITEDSTATES.ORG, or text "LEMON" to 511 511. Text Fees may apply. This episode is sponsored by Shopify. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at SHOPIFY. COM/lemon This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/donlemon and get on your way to being your best self. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

17 Jun 20251h 14min