Join Tara Setmayer - CNN Political Commentator, ABC News Political Contributor and former GOP communications director on Capitol Hill - for a common sense perspective on everything from news of the day and politics to culture and sports. Guests include newsmakers, entertainers, and provocateurs.
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Welcome to the NEW HOME of Mea Culpa – the ONLY place to find new episodes of Michael Cohen’s hit podcast. Cohen, the former attorney and personal “fixer” for Donald J. Trump, once vowed to take a bullet for the President. But that was before the country was brought to its knees by Trump’s lies and personal madness. While Cohen was imprisoned in his own home, with his life, reputation, and livelihood destroyed, he went on a mission to right the wrongs he perpetuated on behalf of his former b ...
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Justice by Design with Kimberly Atkins Stohr Kimberly Atkins Stohr, of The Webby Award winning podcast #SistersInLaw, the Boston Globe and MSNBC, is launching a new podcast. On "Justice by Design," Kimberly explores how justice is meticulously crafted in our society, bringing to the table the heroes working on the ground to find real solutions to our most pressing issues. Each episode delves into critical topics such as access to reproductive health care, solving the climate crisis, or ensur ...
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"Coalition of the Sane" is an adventurous, thought-provoking podcast that delves into current politics with a focus on commonsense, rationality and critical thinking. Hosted by the intrepid Denver Riggleman, former congressman, former advisor to the J6 committee, former NSA and Air Force intelligence officer and current AI tech CEO, this podcast aims to combat conspiracy theories, dismantle propaganda and preserve democracy by providing well-researched analysis and evidence-based discussions ...
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Lessons in Leadership is Leaders in Lowell's new leadership based podcast. Leaders in Lowell is a youth based nonprofit speaker series based in Lowell Massachusetts with a mission to: Educate, Inspire, and Connect the community. This podcast will featured disucssions around topics of leadership, interviews with leaders, and audio from our past Leaders in Lowell events. To learn more about who we are and what Leaders in Lowell is, visit leadersinlowell.org.
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Women Will Be the END of Trump + A Conversation with Tara Setmayer
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Today on Mea Culpa, I had the pleasure of welcoming our good friend Tara Setmayer to discuss the upcoming presidential election. Tara is a prominent political commentator and the co-founder and CEO of The Seneca Project, a bipartisan super PAC led by women that aims to rally women voters in swing states to support Kamala Harris by highlighting wome…
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For Donald, Sanity Is a Cozy Lie! + A Conversation with Ron Filipkowski
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Joining me today is my Meidas colleague, Ron Filipkowski, the editor-in-chief of MeidasTouch.com and co-host of “Uncovered.” A former Republican, Ron brings valuable experience as both a federal and state prosecutor. Like me, he is dedicated to educating and informing the American public about the threats to our democracy. Today, we discussed sever…
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10: How To Save The Planet With Refried Apparel
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Kim and Mark Litos discuss the innovative approach of Refried Apparel, an upcycling clothing company that addresses the significant issue of dead stock in the fashion industry. Mark shares the journey of the company, the importance of sustainability, and how upcycling can be a profitable business model while also benefiting the environment. They ex…
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Trump’s Finances Are as Worthless as His $100,000 Watch + A Conversation with Dan Alexander
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Today, we’re pleased to welcome Dan Alexander to Mea Culpa. As a senior editor at Forbes, he oversees money-in-politics coverage and is widely recognized for his reporting on Donald Trump. Dan has investigated numerous public figures, including Trump, and his work has played a significant role in various investigations, particularly Trump’s fraud t…
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9: How Trump Will Kill IVF with Dr Eve Feinberg
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Kimberly Atkins-Stor and Dr. Eve Feinberg discuss the critical role of IVF and assisted reproductive technologies in family planning, especially in light of recent legal challenges following the Dobbs decision. They explore the implications of personhood laws on reproductive rights, the intersection of religion and medicine, and the need for legal …
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We Are All Sick And Tired Of Your Perpetual Lying + A Conversation with Harry Sisson
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Today on Mea Culpa, I’m joined by Harry Sisson, a 21-year-old Gen-Z political content creator who has amassed over a million followers on TikTok. Harry has interviewed prominent political figures, including President Joe Biden and Barack Obama. Like me, he has faced targeted attacks from Donald Trump’s campaign for his outspoken views on the threat…
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Gun Violence Soars: Enough Already, Donald! + A Conversation with Fred Guttenberg
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Today on Mea Culpa, I am honored to speak with Fred Guttenberg, who became a powerful voice for gun reform after the tragic death of his 14-year-old daughter, Jaime, in the Parkland mass shooting in 2018. Fred’s public journey began at a vigil where his moving words captured the nation's attention and ignited his relentless advocacy for gun safety.…
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8: Supreme Court shuts college doors on Black applicants with Jin Hee Lee
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Kimberly Atkins Stohr and Jin Hee Lee discuss the implications of the Supreme Court's decision to strike down affirmative action in college admissions. They explore the resulting decrease in diversity among incoming classes, the barriers faced by underrepresented students in the educational system, and potential solutions for increasing diversity i…
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We’ve All Had It With DonOLD + A Conversation with Jennifer Welch and Angie “Pumps” Sullivan
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Jennifer Welch and Angie “Pumps” Sullivan from the I’ve Had It podcast joined me today on Mea Culpa. On their comedic and feel-good podcast, Jennifer and Pumps tackle a range of topics, from politics to Next Door posts, focusing on what they’ve really HAD IT with! The last time I appeared on their podcast, we were at the DNC, and today we dive into…
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Hey Donald… LET ME TELL YOU WHO Truly HATES YOU… + A Conversation with Adam Mockler
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On today’s episode of Mea Culpa, I’m joined by Adam Mockler, a Gen-Z contributor from MeidasTouch who offers a fresh perspective on political journalism. Known for his energetic interviews at political rallies, particularly Trump rallies, Adam specializes in the rapid-fire deconstruction of Republican arguments. We dive into an engaging discussion …
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7: How To Solve The Gun Problem with Josh Horwitz
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Kimberly Atkins Stohr discusses gun violence prevention and advocacy with Josh Horwitz, a professor in gun violence prevention and advocacy. They discuss the need for stronger gun laws and the effectiveness of measures such as limiting magazine capacity, implementing extreme risk protection orders, and promoting safe storage of firearms. They also …
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The Grifter-In-Chief Is AT IT AGAIN + A Conversation with Harry Litman
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Today on Mea Culpa, I sit down with Harry Litman to explore a range of pressing Trump-related topics, from his upcoming sentencing hearing in the Manhattan DA case to the allegations of him accepting $10 million from the Egyptian government during his 2016 presidential campaign. Litman, a former U.S. Attorney and Deputy Assistant Attorney General, …
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Keep Laughing MAGA Morons! + A Conversation with Matt Friend
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Matthew Friend is an old soul living inside a 23-year-old comedian/actor/impressionist's body. Matthew graduated from NYU's Gallatin School in 2020, but his love of comedy and entertainment was sparked when he was four years old. He had watched Austin Powers (yes, as a four-year-old) and started mimicking the characters' voices-and the rest was his…
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Kimberly Atkins Stohr and Jill Wine-Banks discuss the importance of the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) and its potential impact on achieving gender equality in the United States. They highlight the ongoing challenges faced by women in terms of pay equity, representation, and societal expectations. Jill shares her personal experiences as a trailblazer…
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You Can Run Donny, But You Can’t Hide! + A Conversation with Dave Aronberg
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We welcome back to our show, Dave Aronberg. The State Attorney for Palm Beach County, Florida, AKA “the Florida Lawman”. Aronberg is a former member of the Florida Senate. He was elected in 2002 as the Senate’s youngest member and served for eight years. In his role as the Florida Attorney General’s “Drug Czar,” Aronberg led an anti-pill mill initi…
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Michael Cohen, former attorney for former President Donald Trump, attends the Democratic National Convention at the United Center in Chicago, Aug. 20, 2024 and treated like a Rock Star. Get TWENTY-FIVE PERCENT OFF YOUR FIRST ORDER at TommyJohn.com/COHEN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…
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5: Living in A Juristocracy with Gabe Roth
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Host Kimberly Atkins Stohr speaks with Gabe Roth from Fix the Court about the estimated $4 million in gifts received by Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas from conservative donors, raising concerns about the lack of transparency and accountability in the Court. The conversation covers the erosion of public trust in the Court due to rapid precede…
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The Dumpster Cult Of Trump Must Go + A Conversation with Steven Hassan
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Steven Hassan, PhD, is one of the leading experts on cults and undue influence in the world. A former member of the right-wing Moonie cult, Hassan was deprogrammed 45 years ago and has dedicated his life to helping people out of cults and destructive situations. Dr. Hassan is a licensed mental health professional and has written four books, includi…
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Scared Witless Donny Is Going To Jail + A Conversation with Reed Galen
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Reed Galen is a co-founder of The Lincoln Project, President of JoinTheUnion.us, and a pro-democracy activist, having spent 25 years at the highest levels of national politics, business, and media. Prior to The Lincoln Project, Galen was deeply involved in the independent and political reform space, helping pass anti-gerrymandering and open primary…
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4: Living in a post Dobbs America with Rachel Rebouche
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Kimberly Atkins Stohr speaks with Rachel Rebouche, Dean of Temple Law School, about the impact of the Dobbs decision on reproductive healthcare. They discuss the challenges faced by pregnant individuals in accessing emergency care and the implications for medical education. Kim and Rachel explore potential solutions, including reframing the public …
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Slurring, Whining and Crying Trump is in Total Free Fall + A Conversation with Brian Tyler Cohen
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Or guest today is Brian Tyler Cohen. Brian is a progressive political commentator, podcaster, and video host known for his incisive analysis of American politics. He hosts "No Lie with Brian Tyler Cohen," a popular podcast where he discusses current events, interviews political figures, and offers perspectives on political developments. Cohen gaine…
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From Israel to Vietnam…Trump Lies About Everything! + A Conversation with Malcolm Nance
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Today we welcome back to the show our good friend, Malcolm Nance. Nance is a career US Navy terrorism intelligence collector, code breaker, and interrogator with wide-ranging field and combat experience in the Middle East and elsewhere. Nance is an author of numerous books including his latest, “They Want to Kill Americans: The Militias, Terrorists…
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Barb McQuade, author of 'Attack From Within: How Disinformation is Sabotaging America,' discusses the threat of disinformation and its impact on society. She highlights the role of both foreign adversaries and individuals within the country in spreading false claims. Barb emphasizes the importance of identifying and addressing this problem to prote…
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Hurricane Harris Sweeps The Country! + A Conversation with Rick Wilson
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Mea Culpa welcomes back Rick Wilson, longtime Republican political strategist, turned Lincoln Project co-founder, and zealous anti-Trump activist. You can find his weekly editorials in The Daily Beast. Wilson has also been published in The Washington Post, Politico, The Hill, and Rolling Stone to name a few, He makes regular appearances on CNN and …
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Trump’s Racial Screw-Up + A Conversation with Omarosa
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Mea Culpa welcomes old friend Omarosa, Omarosa Manigault Newman, is an American television personality, political advisor, author, and ordained minister. She first gained public attention as a contestant on the reality TV show The Apprentice, where her assertive and controversial personality made her a standout figure. Prior to her time on the show…
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2: Leopards Are Eating My Face with Tara Setmayer & A’shanti F. Gholar
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Kimberly Atkins Stohr, Tara Setmayer & A’shanti F. Gholar focus on solutions for the gender gap in political power centers. They discuss the importance of mobilizing women voters and recruiting, training, and empowering democratic women. They highlight the need for a coalition of women and male allies to address the attack on women's rights and the…
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1: In The Hands Of The Voters with Marc Elias
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Kimberly Atkins-Stohr interviews Marc Elias, the founder of Democracy Docket, about the importance of protecting voting rights and the challenges faced in doing so. They discuss the dangerous rhetoric of former President Donald Trump and the need to take his words seriously. They also highlight the barriers to voting, such as long wait times and ge…
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Donald’s Week Goes From Weird To WTF! + A Conversation with Joe Walsh
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Our guest this week is my good friend, Joe Walsh. Joe is a podcaster, radio host, columnist, and Republican, who was elected to the House of Representatives in 2011 from Illinois’s 8th District. He also ran for president and then blew up his life when he spoke out against the MAGA cult and gave Trump the two-finger salute. Be sure to check out Joe’…
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Stick A Fork In Donald, He’s Done! + A Conversation with Suzanne Kianpour
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Suzanne Kianpour is a BBC correspondent and presenter based in Washington, DC. She reports and anchors on BBC World News and BBC World Service and created the "Women Building Peace" program, connecting influential women with those in conflict zones. Kianpour also serves as the Capitol Hill correspondent for "CONTEXT" with Christian Fraser. With ove…
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CotS Take | Denver's Guide To Dolphin Safe Thinking
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Are we becoming unserious? Is BlueAnon a thing? Denver Riggleman wonders aloud if the opposition to Donald Trump isn't being led down rabbit holes of our own making. Also, what are the facts we should be focused on; and what are Kamala Harris' chances of becoming President Of The United States? Subscribe To The Coalition Of The Sane YouTube Channel…
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Kimberly Atkins Stohr, of The Webby Award winning podcast #SistersInLaw, the Boston Globe and MSNBC, is launching a new podcast. In "Justice by Design," Kimberly explores how justice is meticulously crafted in our society, bringing to the table the heroes working on the ground to find real solutions to our most pressing issues.…
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The Democratic Momentum Rages On! + Tennessee State Representative Gloria Johnson
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Mea Culpa welcomes Gloria Johnson, an American politician and member of the Democratic Party, currently serving as a Tennessee State Representative. Representing the 90th District, Johnson is known for her advocacy on education, healthcare, and workers' rights. With a background in special education, she brings a deep understanding of public school…
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The (R)epublican (N)ational (C)ircus Is Back In Town! + A Conversation with John Dean
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Today we welcome back to our show, a very special guest, John Dean. For those of you who lived through Watergate, his name is synonymous with the political intrigue of the 1970’s. Dean served as White House Counsel for President Richard Nixon from July 1970 until April 1973. In that position, he became deeply involved in events leading up to the Wa…
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Funding of Key MAGA Christian Nationalist Networks Finally Gets Exposed (Ft. Jennifer Cohn)
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On this wild episode of Coalition Of The Sane, Denver Riggleman and Bucks County Beacon writer, Jennifer Cohn walk you through the financial spider web of the far right Christian nationalist networks that fund everything from the disruption of local school boards, NAR, Project 2025, and even The United States Supreme Court itself. Where does the mo…
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WARNING: GOP Extremism Must Be Eradicated From Politics! + A Conversation with Norm Eisem
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We welcome back our great friend, Norm Eisen. 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. His articles for the Brookings Institute and elsewhere have made the case for why Trump and his band of criminal conspiracists repr…
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The Return Of Don “The Con” Corleone + A Conversation with Joe Conason
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Our guest today is Joe Conason. Joe is an American journalist, author, and political commentator known for his investigative reporting and liberal viewpoints. He has written for numerous publications, including The New York Observer and Salon.com, and is the editor-in-chief of The National Memo. Conason is also the author of several books, often fo…
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Denver responds to being included on "the list." Donald Trump's self declared "Secretary Of Retribution" Ivan Raiklin just published a list of 370 names "for imprisonment." Several of Convicted Felon/Disgraced Former President Trump's perceived political enemies are on this list including The Obamas, The Clintons, various FBI Agents, U.S Military G…
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Weekend at Bernie's VS One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest + A conversation with Anthony Scaramucci
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Today's guest is Anthony Scaramucci, best known for his short tenure as the White House Communications Director under President Trump. Scaramucci is the founder and co-managing partner of SkyBridge Capital, an investment fund based in New York City. Scaramucci changed his views on Trump in 2019, criticizing his attacks on women of color as ‘racist …
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Ex-Republican Tara Setmayer Announces NEW PROJECT to TAKE DOWN Trump
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Former Virginia Congressman and Senior Technical Advisor to the J6 Committee, Denver Riggleman is joined by the one and only Tara Setmayer to discuss her new political action group targeted specifically toward politically moderate women called, The Seneca Project. Then the conversation takes a turn at wondering out loud whether Christian Nationalis…
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Your days of freedom are numbered! + A Conversation with JoJo from Jerz
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Today we welcome back one of my favorite democratic activists, JoJo fromJerz. Jo’s a very popular Twitter personality known for her smart, and sarcastic political content. She’s also hates Trump. “JoJo’s commentary has gained her a massive following on multiple social media platforms. Despite her online fame, she simply goes by “JoJo from Jerz” to …
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Sentence Delayed Is NOT Sentence Denied + A Conversation with Dave Aronberg
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We welcome back to our show, Dave Aronberg. The State Attorney for Palm Beach County, Florida, AKA “the Florida Lawman”. Aronberg is a former member of the Florida Senate. He was elected in 2002 as the Senate’s youngest member and served for eight years. In his role as the Florida Attorney General’s “Drug Czar,” Aronberg led an anti-pill mill initi…
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CotS Take | Is There A Through Line Between SCOTUS & Project 2025?
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Denver Riggleman is joined by Fair Elections Advocate and Bucks County Beacon/Christian Right Observer Weekly writer Jennifer Cohn to discuss the connections between the Christian far right Project 2025 Mission and the recent rulings by this Trump friendly Supreme Court. #election2024 Subscribe To The Coalition Of The Sane YouTube Channel : https:/…
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The Wednesday Wake Up Call 7-3-24 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy MeidasTouch Network
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America Is Still Ridin’ With Biden + A Conversation with Ali Velshi
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Today we welcome back to our show, intrepid newsman, Ali Velshi. Host of “Velshi” and seemingly the favorite fill-in host of every other MSNBC Prime Time News Show. Velshi also reported live from the frontlines of the George Floyd protests, he was drenched during Hurricane Ian and dodged incoming fire from Russian artillery when he fearlessly repor…
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On December 10th 2020, Denver Riggleman (R-VA) addressed Congress for the final time. During his farewell speech, Denver accused members of his own Republican Party of spreading disinformation about the 2020 presidential election. It was also the first time QAnon had been mentioned out loud on the floor. Denver Riggleman lost his primary race to Bo…
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Post Debate Breakdown LIVE! | CotS (feat The Seneca Project)
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Immediately after the CNN Debate, Denver Riggleman was joined live by the Seneca Project's Tara Setmayer, Michelle Kinney and Rina Shah. The broadcast went out to over 10,000 viewers moments after the debate ended. Subscribe To The Coalition Of The Sane YouTube Channel : https://www.youtube.com/@CoalitionOfTheSane Check Out Our Merch : http://tee.p…
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I’m Sensing Some Jail Time In Your Future, Donny! + A Conversation with Tristan Snell
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We welcome back to our show, Tristan Snell, a lawyer and legal commentator featured on MSNBC and NPR, the Washington Post and the Wall Street Journal. He served as Assistant Attorney General for New York State, leading the investigation and prosecution of Trump University. Today, he manages Mainstreet Law. And you can check out his genius content o…
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CotS Take | How President Biden Should Debate Trump
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Denver is joined by the one and only Tara Setmayer of The Seneca Project to discuss what President Joe Biden needs to do tomorrow during the first 2024 Presidential Debate with convicted felon and disgraced Ex-President, Donald J. Trump. Denver and Tara will also go live tomorrow night immediately after the debate to give you their live reaction an…
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BREAKING: DonMentia has Officially Gone Off The Rails!! + A Conversation with David Corn
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We welcome back to the show our old friend, the legendary newsman, David Corn. Corn is the D.C. Bureau Chief of Mother Jones, and an on-air analyst for MSMBC. He’s written four New York Times bestsellers, but his latest bestseller,” American Psychosis: A Historical Investigation of How the Republican Party Went Crazy” is a must-read for anyone inte…
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