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Don Lemon sits down with Democratic strategist Mike Nellis to unpack one of the biggest political surprises of the year: Zohran Mamdani’s decisive win in the NYC Mayoral Primary. How did a progressive candidate pull off such a resounding upset against establishment heavyweight Andrew Cuomo? What does this say about the shifting tides within the Democratic Party, and what comes next? Don and Mike break it all down, from strategy to symbolism, in 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

26 Juni 202539min

Oh, Donald… please don’t embarrass us in front of the other world leaders. With the NATO Summit underway, all eyes are on Trump, and not for the right reasons. From bizarre past performances to the NATO chief now referencing Trump being called “daddy,” the international stage is already bracing for chaos. Allies are nervous. Diplomats are sweating. And Americans? Mostly cringing. Join Don Lemon as we break down how Trump continues to be a walking diplomatic incident, what this means for global relations, and why “world leader” might just be the biggest stretch in his résumé. 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 120 Life. Go to https://120life.com and use the code, “D-O-N ” to save 20% Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

26 Juni 202543min

Fifteen months, 750,000 strong - and one big lesson: authenticity wins. Don opens up about the channel's success and the path so far. 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

25 Juni 202516min

Well, that escalated quickly. In a stunning upset, progressive Zohran Mamdani obliterated Democratic establishment favorite Andrew Cuomo in the NYC mayoral primary. While insiders predicted a close race, few expected a landslide, and certainly not this fast of a concession from Cuomo. So, what does this overwhelming victory mean for the general election? And more importantly, what should the Democratic Party take away from voters so loudly rejecting the old guard? Don is joined by political commentator  @JackCocchiarellaShow  to break it all down: what just happened, why it matters, and how this shift could reshape the party's future. Hint: ignoring progressives clearly isn't working. Tune in. 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 120 Life. Go to https://120life.com and use the code, “D-O-N ” to save 20% Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

25 Juni 20251h 7min

Trump’s so-called “ceasefire plan” collapsed in what feels like record time. Tensions between Iran and Israel are still boiling over, and the deal he touted as a diplomatic win? DOA. We’ll break down what went wrong, what happens next, and why Trump’s foreign policy “wins” keep slipping through his fingers. Then we’ll pivot to the heat, literal and political, in New York City. It’s Election Day, and voters are hitting the polls in the middle of one of the hottest days the city’s seen in years. Will the weather sway the outcome of the Cuomo vs. Mamdani showdown? Join us live as we unpack it all. This episode is sponsored by 120 Life. Go to https://120life.com and use the code, “D-O-N ” to save 20% This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/donlemon and get on your way to being your best self. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

24 Juni 202554min

Good morning, Lemon Nation! Today, we’re diving into the rapidly escalating conflict between Israel and Iran. After Trump loudly declared a ceasefire, it took less than a news cycle for both countries to go back to lobbing missiles and insults. And now Trump, clearly frustrated, has responded with a quote for the history books: "They don't know what the f** they're doing."* Well, the same could be said of the so-called dealmaker-in-chief. His self-proclaimed peace plan has collapsed faster than his approval ratings post-parade. What does this mean for the region? For America? For the world? Let’s break down the fallout, the global implications, and why diplomacy via tantrum rarely ends well. This episode is sponsored by 120 Life. Go to https://120life.com and use the code, “D-O-N ” to save 20% This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/donlemon and get on your way to being your best self. 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

24 Juni 20251h 10min

Don Lemon sits down with political strategist Steve Schmidt for a sharp, unfiltered conversation on the state of the world and the chaos at home. They break down the U.S. strike on Iran, Iran’s swift retaliation on a U.S. base in Qatar, and what this dangerous tit-for-tat means for America’s future. Plus, they dive into the broken state of U.S. politics where extremism runs rampant, leadership is lacking, and the stakes have never been higher. This is a must-watch for anyone trying to make sense of a world on edge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

24 Juni 202537min

Tensions are rising, and fast. Iran has just launched a retaliatory attack on a U.S. base in Qatar, following American strikes over the weekend. Is this the final move in an already dangerous game of escalation… or just the beginning? Don breaks it all down. Then we pivot to the political circus unfolding a little closer to home: the NYC mayoral race. Don is joined by former Ohio State Senator Nina Turner and tech culture journalist Taylor Lorenz to unpack the chaos, cross-endorsements, and what this race says about the future of Democratic politics. From international conflict to New York street fights, buckle up. 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 120 Life. Go to https://120life.com and use the code, “D-O-N ” to save 20% Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

23 Juni 20251h 5min