Hot Mics From Left To Right
137 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago -Go behind the scenes with two of CNN’s leading commentators and fan favorites
as they discuss what they didn’t have time to get on air but is badly needed
conversation at an unprecedented time of partisanship and politics. Alice
Stewart and Maria Cardona have a unique ability to bring hot topics of
conversation to the fore, with respect, civility and intellectual honesty. Each
week, the “Hot Mics from Left to Right” duo will discuss the intersection of politics
and culture to give listeners a better understanding of where and how they have
come to their beliefs, offering a much needed view of a deeper perspective on
lifestyle and values and how they impact politics. Hot Mics will wrap with some
warm words of inspiration.
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The Trials and Tribulations of 2024
April 19, 2024 18:48 - 34 minutes - 46.8 MBAlice and Maria discuss the first week of the hush money trial of former President Donald Trump. How will this impact the campaign? Will this help President Biden? And the Kennedy family throws their support behind President Biden - and stands firmly in opposition to their family member, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Plus- how long will Speaker Mike Johnson stay in power in the House? Will the vocal critics get their way? And in this week's Meaningful Moment, we hear words of inspiration from Wo...
The War in Israel Takes Center Stage in the Race for the White House
April 07, 2024 00:59 - 30 minutes - 42 MBMaria and Alice discuss the growing tensions in the war in Israel and how it is impacting support for President Biden and former President Trump. How will voters react in November? Also Trump talks about taking a page from the President Nixon playbook. And RFK Jr. is making inroads and gaining ballot access in more states, while the "No Labels" campaign has a failure to launch. In this week's Meaningful Moment, Alice and Maria share inspiring words about the rebirth of Spring and from the ...
The Race is On for 2024 and Hur takes Hits from all sides
March 14, 2024 18:43 - 35 minutes - 48.6 MBLike it or not- the ticket is set for 2024. Maria and Alice discuss President Biden and former President Trump securing the nominations for their party and switching into a full head-to-head campaign. How did Biden's State of the Union play with voters? Did the GOP response help or hurt? And a judge in Georgia drops six counts against Trump in the Fani WIllis election interference case. What does this say about the case moving forward? And in this week's Meaningful Moments, Alice and Mar...
Superbowl 58: Pigskin politics of Taylor and Travis with special Guest Sports analyst Christine Brennan
February 07, 2024 04:15 - 32 minutes - 44.2 MBMaria and Alice are joined by USA Today columnist; CNN, ABC News, PBS and NPR sports commentator Christine Brennan to break down Super Bowl 58 between the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers. They talk about the conspiracy theories surrounding Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce. Having covered ten Super Bowl games, Christine describes what it's like as a journalist leading up to kick off - through the final play. Also, they discuss President Biden's decision to pass on the traditional pre- ...
Trump Ordered to Pay Up - Big League and a Border Deal Goes Nowhere
January 27, 2024 18:27 - 27 minutes - 37.3 MBMaria and Alice discuss the New York jury ordering Donald Trump to pay $83.3 million dollars in damages for his defamatory statements in the E. Jean Carroll rape case. What message is the jury hoping to send? And Trump wins Iowa and New Hampshire in the GOP nomination. What does the road ahead look like for his lone challenger, Nikki Haley. Plus - a border deal goes nowhere, all because Trump doesn't want Biden to have the win. And in this week's Meaningful Moment, Alice and Maria share wo...
Goodbye Iowa..... Hello New Hampshire
January 19, 2024 16:17 - 34 minutes - 47.7 MBMaria and Alice break down the Iowa Caucus results after Donald Trump comes in a resounding first place by more than 30 points. The two look at entrance polls that show what's on the minds of GOP voters in the 2024 primary. Will Trump deliver a New Hampshire knockout blow to Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis? And President Joe Biden and VP Kamala Harris are hitting the campaign trail with a focus on reproductive freedoms. In this week's Meaningful Moment, Alice and Maria share inspiring words from...
Final Week to Iowa Caucuses and Biden hits the Campaign Trail
January 09, 2024 18:09 - 34 minutes - 47.4 MBAlice and Maria break down the final week of campaigning in Iowa for GOP candidates. Just days to go until the Iowa Caucuses and Nikki Haley is closing the gap on Donald Trump. What is the final message for Haley, Trump, and Ron DeSantis? Plus- President Biden hits the campaign trail, focusing on threats to Democracy, and political extremism. In this week's Meaningful Moment, Maria and Alice share inspiring words from CNN friend and colleague Sara Sidner who is "loving living" as she kicks br...
Trump off the Ballot and Kamala on the Road
December 22, 2023 19:51 - 27 minutes - 37.9 MBMaria and Alice discuss the latest legal obstacle for Donald Trump - the Colorado Supreme Court ruling to remove him from the CO ballot. Will Trump appeal to the Supreme Court? Will other states follow suit? How will this impact the 2024 GOP Primary? And Vice President Kamala Harris is hitting the road on a reproductive freedoms tour. Will this energize pro-choice voters? In this week's Meaningful Moment, Alice and Maria share some fun and heartfelt messages for the holidays. Please listen, l...
Nikki Haley Blazing a Trail and Hunter Biden in Legal Peril - Special guest All In Together Co-Founder and CEO Lauren Leader
December 10, 2023 20:44 - 32 minutes - 44.9 MBMaria and Alice are joined with All In Together Co-Founder and CEO Lauren Leader to discuss the media coverage of Nikki Haley compared to her male challengers. Why is that? Is it fair? And they discuss the latest in the 2024 race for the White House. Plus - they talk about the fallout of Hunter Biden being indicted on tax charges in California. In this week's Meaningful Moment, Alice and Maria share words of inspiration from the late screenwriter and producer Norman Lear and from author ...
Busted for Botox and Shutdown Averted... For Now
November 17, 2023 18:18 - 30 minutes - 41.9 MBMaria and Alice discuss the renewed quest to expel GOP Rep. George Santos after a damning Ethics Committee report citing his misuse of campaign funds to pay a variety of personal items, such as Botox, high end clothing and a weekend in the Hamptons. Plus- President Biden signs a stopgap spending bill into law, avoiding a government shutdown, at least for now. And they discuss new polling numbers out of New Hampshire, showing Fmr. Ambassador Nikki Haley moving into second place. And in this ...
Another Mass Shooting and a New House Speaker with special guest Jennifer Horn
October 26, 2023 16:56 - 43 minutes - 59.3 MBMaria and Alice are joined with former Republican strategist and party leader, turned independent sanity activist, and host of the podcast"Is it Just Me, or Have We All Lost Our Minds?"Jennifer Horn to discuss the tragic mass shooting in Lewiston, Maine. A New Hampshire native, Jennifer talks about the people of Lewiston and what we can do as a nation to try and stop gun violence. They also discuss the end of the chaos in the House with the swearing in of Louisiana Congressman Mike Johnson ...
A Hell of a Week in Washington: Special Guest Tara Palmeri, Senior Political Correspondent for Puck News
October 07, 2023 21:10 - 29 minutes - 40.8 MBAlice and Maria are joined by Tara Palmeri, Senior Political Correspondent for Puck News and host of the "Somebody's Gotta Win" podcast, to discuss the historic week in Washington in which former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is voted out of his speakership. A small minority of Republicans joined Democrats to remove McCarthy and begin the search for a new House Speaker. Also- Maria and Alice talk with Tara about her latest Puck article entitled, "The Biden Plan B Delusion" which offers a real...
The Shutdown Showdown, Not so Great Debate, and Remembering a Trailblazer
September 29, 2023 20:57 - 32 minutes - 44.8 MBThe countdown is on for a government shutdown. Maria and Alice discuss the last minute negotiations in Washington DC to fund the government, but a shutdown is all but certain. Also, the second 2023 GOP presidential debate is in the books, complete with insults and interruptions and attacks on Trump and Biden. But, did it move the needle for voters? And in this week's Meaningful Moment, Alice and Maria share inspiring words from the late CA Sen. Diane Feinstein, who passed away at the age of 9...
Latest Polls: A Snapshot in Time, or a Forecast of the Future?
September 11, 2023 16:40 - 34 minutes - 47.5 MBMaria and Alice break down the latest polling data on the 2024 POTUS race. Is this bad news for Biden? How does this impact the GOP primary? And more legal woes involving the Trump indictments in Fulton County, Georgia. Are Trump voters swayed by the courtroom drama? And do we have an age-old problem in Washington DC? In this week's Meaningful Moment, Alice and Maria share inspiring words from the late Former New Mexico Governor and Ambassador Bill Richardson.
Midnight Pain in Georgia and Hunter Legal team shuffle with special guest Attorney Michael Zeldin
August 16, 2023 18:03 - 32 minutes - 44.9 MBMaria and Alice are joined by former Federal Prosecutor and host of "That Said with Michael Zeldin" podcast, Michael Zeldin to discuss the latest indictment of former President Donald Trump. Should it be moved to federal court? Will there be additional indictments? Also- Hunter Biden's attorney asks to withdraw from his case involving tax offenses and gun possession. And - do Hunter's business deals involve President Biden? In this week's Meaningful Moment, Alice and Maria share welcome words...
Another day, Another Indictment and the Hunter Biden probe heats up
August 04, 2023 17:05 - 31 minutes - 42.9 MBDonald Trump has another day in court for his third indictment, this time for his monthslong actions leading up to January 6, 2020 to overturn the results of the election. How are Republicans responding? And how are his GOP 2024 challengers messaging this to their advantage? Plus- the House Oversight Committee peels back the layers of Hunter Biden's foreign business dealings and what knowledge or involvement President Biden may have had in it. And in this week's Meaningful Moment, Alice and M...
Barbie, Bidenomics and the GOP Whac-A-Mole Game
July 24, 2023 19:15 - 29 minutes - 40.8 MBAlice and Maria talk about the newest target in the GOP primary field - Sen. Tim Scott. As he closes the gap with Gov. Ron DeSantis we see him under attack. How will this impact the state of play in the GOP? Plus, how will a possible third indictment impact former President Donald Trump and his latest run for the White House. And we all know "It's the economy, stupid," so how is 'Bidenomics' playing out with voters across the country? In this week's Meaningful Moment, Maria and Alice share in...
Bidenomics on the Road and Blow in the White House
July 08, 2023 14:26 - 38 minutes - 53.4 MBMaria and Alice discuss President Biden's plan to sell "Bidenomics" to people across America. Are they buying what he's selling? Does rhetoric match reality? And three recent Supreme Court rulings will have an impact on the 2024 election. Who is more motivated - liberals or conservatives? Plus- the Secret Service finds cocaine at the White House. Who does it belong to, and will we ever get all the answers? In this week's Meaningful Moment we hear words of inspiration about what makes our...
Sex, Drugs, and Plea Deals: All in a Week's Work
June 23, 2023 20:20 - 36 minutes - 50.6 MBMaria and Alice are joined by former Florida Congressman David Jolly and Co-Chair of Facts First, USA to discuss the plea deal on federal tax charges and a firearm charge. Is it a sweetheart deal or justice served? And what about the IRS whistleblower who claims to have contrary testimony? Rep. Jolly breaks down the political implications of the deal for the GOP. And, Alice and Maria discuss the impact of overturning Roe v. Wade, one year later. Plus - the growing GOP field of candidates. ...
Trump Indictment: Fealty to Trump or Fidelity to the Rule of Law?
June 16, 2023 18:22 - 29 minutes - 40.7 MBMaria and Alice talk about news of the Trump indictment and it's impact on the 2024 GOP primary. The field of Republican challengers initially rallied behind Trump, calling out the DOJ, now some are saying the former president's actions are difficult to defend. Plus - The indictment has been a fundraising boom for Trump and his poll numbers are rising, but what will this mean for the general election? In this week's Meaningful Moment, Alice and Maria share words of inspiration from Richard Mo...
Debt Deal Done and GOP Field on the Rise
June 02, 2023 14:36 - 30 minutes - 42.3 MBAlice and Maria discuss the back and forth on the vote to raise the debt limit. The measure has passed the House and Senate, and awaits President Biden's signature. Is this a sign that bi-partisanship is alive and well in Washington DC? And the GOP race for 2024 is growing. Trump and DeSantis lead the pack, but the field continues to grow. In this week's Meaningful Moment, Maria and Alice share inspiring words from the late, great music legend Tina Turner.
The Debt Talk Room Gets Smaller and the GOP Field Gets Larger
May 19, 2023 14:59 - 29 minutes - 27 MBMaria and Alice discuss the ongoing discussions over raising the debt ceiling. Will Democrats agree with work requirement? Will Republicans approve a clean debt ceiling vote. The talks continue. And more candidates appear to be closer to stepping into the GOP race for 2024; meanwhile Donald Trump hold a massive lead on the field. And the vote to expel Congressman George Santos. When is he going to go? And in this week's Meaningful Moment, Alice and Maria share inspirational quotes from ...
The Give and Take of the Debt Debate and Jaw Dropping POTUS Polls
May 08, 2023 16:34 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBMaria and Alice discuss the start of debt ceiling negotiations between President Biden and congressional leaders. Maria says Republicans are at fault for opposing a clean debt ceiling vote. Alice believes the burden is on the White House to negotiate. And sadly, our nation mourns the lives lost in another tragic mass shooting at a mall in Texas. The duo talks about the need for meaningful reforms to address gun violence. Plus- the latest ABC / Washington Post poll shows President Biden traili...
It's Official: President Biden is in for 2024, Joining a Growing GOP Field
April 26, 2023 21:18 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MBAlice and Maria discuss President Joe Biden's announcement that he is running for re-election in 2024. He joins a growing list of GOP candidates in the running, trying to topple the Republican frontrunner, former President Trump. All this, despite recent polls showing a majority of Americans don't want either Biden or Trump to return to the Oval Office. Also- House GOP members debate details of a debt ceiling vote. And in this week's Meaningful Moment, Maria and Alice share words of inspir...
Fox in the Courthouse and Trump in the Court of Public Opinion
April 18, 2023 14:18 - 35 minutes - 48.6 MBMaria and Alice discuss the recent indictment of former President Donald Trump and the mounting legal cases before him. How is this playing out in the court of public opinion and in the court of law? Also, $1.6 billion dollar defamation lawsuit against Fox News for allegedly "intentionally and falsely" blaming Dominion Voting Systems for Trump's 2020 election loss. In this week's Meaningful Moment, Alice and Maria share inspiring words of long distance running and perseverance on the 10 yea...
Another School Shooting: How Do We Respond? Special Guest: Lauren Leader
March 31, 2023 14:31 - 35 minutes - 48.2 MBMaria and Alice are joined with Co-Founder and CEO of All in Together to discuss the tragic school shooting in Nashville that claimed 6 innocent lives. The nation is mourning the loss of the three small children and three school employees. Lauren talks about the need to draw a red line on gun violence, re-impose an assault weapons ban, and pass gun-control measures across the country. Alice stresses the need for hardening targets that are in the crosshairs for mass shooters. Lauren also d...
Biden to the Middle and the GOP War on Woke
March 17, 2023 15:41 - 32 minutes - 45.2 MBMaria and Alice discuss the notion that President Biden is "inching toward the center" as he mulls over an announcement on a re-election bid for president. On the GOP side of the 2024 equation: Trump and DeSantis lead the polls, even though DeSantis has not entered the race. Plus- will the "War on Woke" dominate the Republican primary? In this week's Meaningful Moment, Alice and Maria share some special Irish Blessings in honor of St. Patrick's Day.
Passionate Hate Text and Partisan Hill Talk
March 10, 2023 22:23 - 36 minutes - 50.1 MBMaria and Alice discuss President Biden's new budget proposal that appears DOA on the hill. How will Republicans respond to the spending plan? Plus the two discuss the top issues in the GOP primary in the 2024 presidential race. And Fox News' Tucker Carlson says of Donald Trump: "I hate him passionately." As the Dominion Voting System lawsuit against Fox News unfolds, how do private messages conflict with public commentary? And in this week's Meaningful Moment, Maria and Alice share words of ...
The Tale of Two Trains: Emotions run high from Poland to Palestine
February 23, 2023 21:45 - 29 minutes - 40.4 MBMaria and Alice talk about President Biden's top secret trip to Ukraine in advance of the one year anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The President took a nearly 10-hour train ride from the border of Poland to Kiev to show his administration's “unwavering support" for those in the war-torn region. Back in the states, residents in East Palestine, Ohio voiced frustration at the lack of federal support on the ground. Is Secretary Buttigieg's visit too little too late? And Alice an...
State of the Union - Food Fight Edition and May the Force be With You
February 10, 2023 17:40 - 30 minutes - 42 MBMaria and Alice break down President Biden's State of the Union address and the ensuing heckling from vocal Republican members of Congress. Did the president make the case for his accomplishments or did it fall short? Plus- the controversy over the notion that Republicans plan to sunset Social Security and Medicare. And - the lying Congressman George Santos has yet another claim of deceiving people. Is it time for him to step aside? In this week's Meaningful Moment, Alice and Maria share ...
The Old and New of Washington: Documents, Debt and a returning GOP Chairman
January 27, 2023 22:27 - 29 minutes - 40.6 MBMaria and Alice discuss the ongoing drip, drip, drip of classified documents turning up here, there, and everywhere. Former Vice President Mike Pence is the latest high level leader to turn over documents. He joins President Biden and former President Trump under scrutiny for mishandling classified documents. The National Archives now says it's time for all past presidents and vice presidents to search for documents. And President Biden touts strong economic numbers while Republicans fight ...
Washington is fired up: Documents, Deception and "De-Ranged"
January 13, 2023 21:11 - 33 minutes - 46.4 MBAlice and Maria discuss the many questions surrounding President Biden's alleged mishandling of classified documents. Is the White House being transparent? How does this differ from the probe involving former President Donald Trump and the documents found at Mar-a-Lago? And calls from both sides of the aisle for Congressman George Santos to step down due to his many lies concerning his background. Plus - Washington is on fire about a suggestion to ban gas stoves. Some say "keep your hands o...
Is Sen. Sinema an IINO? (Independent in Name Only)
December 12, 2022 23:09 - 34 minutes - 47.5 MBMaria and Alice break down the impact of AZ Sen. Kyrsten Sinema's decision to change her party registration from Democratic to Independent. Was this about the current political climate, or her political future? They weigh in on the Georgia Senate runoff election and the GOP battle for speaker of the House. They also discuss the newly formed Facts First organization, designed to respond to the actions of the Republican-led House of Representatives. In this week's Meaningful Moment, the two ...
Mind Your Midterm Manners
November 23, 2022 18:00 - 34 minutes - 47.4 MBMaria and Alice discuss the best ways to break bread with your family and friends without breaking any spirits. Do you avoid politics altogether? Do you agree to disagree? And what does the runoff election in Georgia mean for both parties moving forward. Plus, amidst the tragic shooting at a nightclub in Colorado, a hero emerges, saving untold number of lives. In this week’s meaningful moment, Alice and Maria share inspiring words of gratitude and thanks from Oprah Winfrey.
The Midterm Election Countdown: Who is Voting and Why?
November 04, 2022 20:26 - 33 minutes - 45.8 MBWith just days until the 2022 Midterm elections, Alice and Maria discuss the massive early voting numbers and what party is taking an early lead. The two also discuss the key issues motivating voters across the country. Is it the economy, abortion, crime, or voting rights? In this week's Meaningful Moment, Maria and Alice share powerful words to remind us of the value of your vote.
It's the Gas Prices, Stupid
October 24, 2022 16:16 - 29 minutes - 39.8 MBWith just over two weeks until the midterm elections, Alice and Maria talk about the rising impact of gas prices on the electorate. Will the pain at the pump drive voters away? And what are the top of mind issues for voters? Is it the economy, inflation, crime, abortion? Plus- a judge orders former President Donald Trump to turn over emails relating to his bogus claims of election fraud in 2020. And in this week's Meaningful Moment, Maria and Alice talk about how you can choose to be hap...
Hurricane Ian: The Damage, The Devastation, and the Desire to Help
September 29, 2022 20:47 - 31 minutes - 43.6 MBAlice and Maria talk about the massive devastation left in the wake of Hurricane Ian. They discuss the efforts to rescue people, restore power, and remain safe in the aftermath. In this week's Meaningful Moment, they call for listeners to help those impacted by the storm. Maria calls attention to the Puerto Rican relief efforts through the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) and sends those interested in helping to: lulac.org\prrelieffund and Alice points to this site to help t...
Crisis at the Border moves North
September 24, 2022 00:31 - 35 minutes - 48.2 MBMaria and Alice discuss the controversy surrounding border Governors bussing and flying migrants to Northern cities. What is the political fallout. And - why did Sen. Lindsey Graham bring abortion back into the spotlight. Also- President Biden says the pandemic is over and inflation is under control, but many are skeptical. In this week's Meaningful Moment, the two share inspiring quotes in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month and from John F. Kennedy
Battle for the Soul of our Nation - Or is it?
September 02, 2022 19:30 - 30 minutes - 42.4 MBAlice and Maria discuss President Biden's speech to the nation and his reference to MAGA Republicans. Why is there an effort to divide the GOP? And the two discuss the impact of Donald Trump on the midterm elections. In this week's Meaningful Moment, they both share words of inspiration from the great tennis legend Serena Williams.
No Apologies for the Student Loan Forgiveness - But Plenty of Criticism
August 28, 2022 21:00 - 34 minutes - 46.9 MBAlice and Maria break down President Biden's plan to cancel student debt for millions of people across the country. What are the political and legal questions that arise from this historic announcement? And the first major referendum of Roe v. Wade is put to the test in New York and abortion rights come out on top. Plus a new poll shows voters are concerned about threats to democracy and our economy. In this week's Meaningful Moment, Maria and Alice share inspiring words from actress Viola...
No Apologies for the Student Loan Forgiveness - But Plenty of Criticism
August 28, 2022 19:21 - 34 minutes - 46.9 MBAlice and Maria break down President Biden's plan to cancel student debt for millions of people across the country. What are the political and legal questions that arise from this historic announcement? And the first major referendum of Roe v. Wade is put to the test in New York and abortion rights come out on top. Plus a new poll shows voters are concerned about threats to democracy and our economy. In this week's Meaningful Moment, Maria and Alice share inspiring words from actress Viola...
Biden's BFD, Cheney's Last Stand, and Mar-A-Lago
August 17, 2022 23:34 - 35 minutes - 48.8 MBMaria and Alice discuss details of the recently passed Infrastructure Reduction act. Will the $700 billion dollar package actually reduce inflation or is it simply a climate change and health care spending plan. Also, Wyoming Congresswoman Liz Cheney loses her battle for re-election, but vows to continue the war to keep Trump out of the white house. And the Mar-A-Lago raid is raising concern on both sides: Why did Trump have these documents at his home and why did federal agents conduct t...
The Kansas-Abortion Test and a Midterm preview with Special Guest New Democrat Network Founder Simon Rosenberg
August 06, 2022 14:08 - 34 minutes - 48 MBMaria and Alice are joined by the man Politico has billed as the "oracle of Democratic midterm optimism," Simon Rosenberg weighs in on what he sees as a potential blue wave in November. The founder of New Democrat Network has been reading the political tea leaves and sees a bright future for democrats, even with the low presidential poll numbers and inflation concerns. The podcast duo also looks at the fallout of the Kansas abortion vote and how it may motivate voters through the fall. In th...
The Kansas-Abortion Test and a Midterm preview with Special Guest New Democrat Network Founder Simon Rosenberg
August 05, 2022 21:00 - 35 minutes - 49.2 MBMaria and Alice are joined by the man Politico has billed as the "oracle of Democratic midterm optimism," Simon Rosenberg weighs in on what he sees as a potential blue wave in November. The founder of New Democrat Network has been reading the political tea leaves and sees a bright future for democrats, even with the low presidential poll numbers and inflation concerns. The podcast duo also looks at the fallout of the Kansas abortion vote and how it may motivate voters through the fall. In th...
Supreme Debate over the Supreme Court Ruling on Roe
July 06, 2022 20:49 - 41 minutes - 56.6 MBMaria and Alice discuss the impact of the landmark Supreme Court ruling in the Dobbs case that overturns Roe v. Wade. The abortion and pro-life debate is emotional, didfficult, and often very divisive. Alice and Maria are on opposing sides of this controversy and respectfully share their views on what this means, now that abortion policy is now in the hands of elected state leaders. Also- they discuss the bombshell House Select Committee testimony highlighting former President Trump's beha...
Trump's GOP Peer Pressure on Full Display and Gun Talks Moving Along
June 23, 2022 12:11 - 32 minutes - 44.9 MBAlice and Maria discuss the mounting testimony in House Select Committee hearings on January 6th indicating former President Trump's pressure on election officials to change the outcome of the 2020 election. High level GOP elections officials stand firm on their commitment to the constitution. And bi-partisan talks are slowly moving along to produce meaningful legislation to combat gun violence. In this week's Meaningful Moment, we hear words of inspiration from Brene Brown and Angela Davis.
Is Former President Trump Detached from Reality? Hot Mics special guest Michael Zeldin
June 14, 2022 20:11 - 31 minutes - 43 MBMaria and Alice are joined by special guest attorney and legal analyst Michael Zeldin to discuss the testimony to date in the January 6th committee hearings. The three break down testimony of former President Trump's inner circle referring to the former president as being "detached from reality" on election night 2020. The discussion also raises questions about the basis of fundraising for legal fees related to election denials. Is it criminal, or simply unethical? And will this impact vote...
The Uvalde Shootings: Thoughts and Prayers Are Not Enough - It's Time for Change
June 02, 2022 00:12 - 35 minutes - 49.2 MBAlice and Maria discuss the tragic mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas in which 19 students and two teachers lost their lives. They talk about the emotional toll on those impacted, the insufficient law enforcement response, and the need for political consensus to make meaningful reforms to curtail gun violence. Please listen, like and share with those who appreciate civil discourse on the news of the day.
Choice v. Life: The Big Battle over Roe v. Wade
May 06, 2022 14:28 - 35 minutes - 49.3 MBMaria and Alice discuss the bombshell news of the leaked draft Supreme Court opinion dealing with the controversial Roe v. Wade case. The draft opinion would overturn Roe v. Wad and the right to have an abortion. Alice and Maria break down the discussion along the legal, political and moral lines. This is an emotional discussion filled with talk and tears that you don't want to miss. Please listen, like, and share.
No Mickey Mousing Around - Culture Wars Are in Full Swing
April 24, 2022 15:30 - 35 minutes - 48.9 MBMaria and Alice discuss the intense debate between Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and Walt Disney World over the controversy surrounding the Parental Rights in Education bill, aka, "Don't Say Gay" bill. The ensuing culture war pits supporters of the LGBTQ community against those who support parental rights in education. A similar battle is brewing in Michigan where one state senator strongly defended herself after being accused by a colleague of "grooming" and sexualizing children. And in th...