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Laura Coates Live

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Laura Coates sparks unique conversations and covers the most interesting stories of the day through a news, legal and pop culture lens.
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BREAKING NEWS: Active shooter at Michigan State University

Three people are reported dead, and five are hospitalized after shots are fired at Michigan State University, prompting a shelter-in-place order amid the search for a suspect. CNN Tonight brings you live rolling coverage of the incident and the first news briefing on the situation by MSU campus police. Hosted by Alisyn Camerota and John Berman. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Feb 14, 20232 hr 14 min

Object shot down over Alaska, plus, ‘Overtime with Bill Maher’

The US shoots down a high-altitude object over Alaska. Who does it belong to, and what was it doing up there? CNN host Fareed Zakaria joins to discuss. Plus, ‘Overtime with Bill Maher’: the new weekly segment in which Maher and guests answer topical questions from HBO’s ‘Real Time with Bill Maher’ viewers. Also tonight: ahead of Sunday’s Super Bowl face off between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles, CNN contributor Bob Costas gives all the scoop on the big game. Plus, sports gam...

Feb 11, 20231 hr 20 min

Mike Pence subpoenaed, Santos soap latest, DeSantis liberal lesson

The special counsel investigating Trump over January 6 subpoenas Mike Pence to testify about his former boss. Plus, the latest installment of the George Santos soap opera: New information involving puppies, Amish dog breeders and $15,000 worth of bad checks. And, what the New York Times is saying liberals can learn from Governor Ron DeSantis. Also tonight: Rep. Santos is expected to face a House Ethics Committee probe, Madonna claps back at critics after criticism of her Grammy appearance, the F...

Feb 10, 20231 hr 21 min

What's the truth about culture war rhetoric?

After more battles about books, drama over drag shows, and gaslighting about gas stoves over the past 24-hours, the panel discusses why these messages are so powerful and why even some Democrats are now warning about wokeness. Plus, an alarming glimpse into what went on behind the scenes during the Southwest Airlines meltdown. And, George Santos and the shamelessness of 2023 politics. Also this morning: the suspect in the Dallas Zoo animal thefts allegedly admits to stealing two tamarin monkeys ...

Feb 09, 20231 hr 20 min

High stakes speech, airport near-miss, more Santos scrutiny

What case will Biden make to the Nation for his for re-election, in tomorrow’s State of the Union address? Plus, after a Southwest Airline and a Fedex jet came within 100 feet of a collision, experts say it was the pilot of the Fedex plane, not air traffic controllers, who averted disaster at the last possible moment. And, Republican Rep. Santo’s campaign spending is under new scrutiny amid an allegation of sexual assault. Also tonight: Chinese spy balloons were reported during Trump’s presidenc...

Feb 07, 20231 hr 20 min

China’s eye in the sky, plus, 'Overtime with Bill Maher'

Officials call a large Chinese “Spy balloon” seen over a “number of sensitive” sites in the US “Unacceptable” and say they have not ruled out shooting it down. Will the Chinese Foreign Ministry’s statement be enough to de-escalate the situation? Plus, ‘Overtime with Bill Maher’: a new weekly segment in which Maher and guests answer topical questions from HBO’s ‘Real Time with Bill Maher’ viewers. Also tonight: a suspect has been arrested in the tampering of animal habitats at Dallas Zoo, the US ...

Feb 04, 20231 hr 20 min

Capitol Hill battles, Nazi homeschooling network, Fentanyl in fake pills

Congress votes to remove Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar from the House Foreign Affairs Committee. The panel discusses Speaker McCarthy’s justification for the move, and if for some for some Republicans, it could be personal. Plus, the Ohio Education Department is investigating an alleged white supremacist, pro-Nazi homeschooling network - why the state may not be able to do a thing about it. And, the DEA says more than 99% of the 50 million pills it confiscated in 2022 are fake and contain Fentanyl....

Feb 03, 20231 hr 20 min

More Tyre Nichols video, Hunter Biden’s data, black taxpayer audits

Up to 20 more hours of camera footage connected to Tyre Nichols’ deadly encounter with Memphis police are to be released, the District Attorney says. Plus, Hunter Biden’s lawyers ask state and federal agencies to investigate “Unauthorized” access to his personal data. And, the Deputy Treasury Secretary joins to discuss a study showing black taxpayers are three times more likely to be audited by the IRS. Also tonight: An African-American studies school course is revised amid Governor DeSantis’ cr...

Feb 02, 20231 hr 20 min

The implications of Middle East tensions for the US

The panel discusses CNN’s exclusive interview with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, and the enormous implications of Middle East tensions for the US. Plus, a newly released video shows Trump taking the fifth in a deposition with the New York Attorney General. And, Alec Baldwin and the armorer from the movie “Rust” are charged with involuntary manslaughter in the fatal on-set shooting of Halyna Hutchins. Also tonight: several of the former officers charged in connection with Tyre Nichols' death ...

Feb 01, 20231 hr 25 min

CNN Exclusive: Prime Minister Netanyahu interview

Jake Tapper goes one-on-one with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. They discuss the surge of violence between Israelis and Palestinians and how the Israeli leader envisions any sort of peace deal, the backlash to his new right-wing coalition government, and whether Israel plans to further help Ukraine in its war against Russia. Later, Netanyahu talks about Israel’s “complex relationship” with Russia, and his relationships with both the current and former US presidents. Finally, they dis...

Feb 01, 202351 min

The killing of Tyre Nichols, Presley’s will contested, Dallas Zoo mystery

Two additional police officers and three fire department personnel have been fired in the wake of the killing of Tyre Nichols in Memphis. The panel discuss if the ex-officers from the disbanded "Scorpion Unit" facing second-degree murder charges are likely to be convicted. Plus, Priscilla Presley contests the validity of Lisa Marie Presley’s will, alleging a 2016 amendment was not witnessed, or notarized. And, the mystery at Dallas Zoo: Two emperor tamarin monkeys are missing after three previou...

Jan 31, 20231 hr 21 min

CNN Tonight Special: Memphis releases deadly police beating video

Authorities release the shockingly brutal video of the fatal beating by police of Tyre Nichols. CNN Tonight brings you special live coverage from Memphis. Also tonight: a county sheriff places two deputies who attend the scene of the deadly Memphis encounter on leave after seeing the video, the Memphis police's ‘Scorpion Unit’ is placed under review, and Tyre Nichols’ mom and stepdad speak out. Hosted by Don Lemon Laura Coates and John Berman. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privac...

Jan 28, 20232 hr 33 min

Fired Memphis police officers face second-degree murder charges

Five fired Memphis police officers face second-degree murder, assault and kidnapping charges in Tyre Nichols’ death. Plus, Trump pushes an anti-woke education proposal as culture wars in the classroom heat up. And, an ex-boyfriend of George Santos tells Alisyn Camerota why the Republican Rep. will never resign. Hosted by Alisyn Camerota. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jan 27, 20231 hr 20 min

Fear in Florida, Tyre Nichols investigation, first AI Congress speech

Book battle: some Florida teachers fear criminal charges if they let students read books not approved under a new state law. CNN talks to a teacher who has boxed up his class library to avoid a third degree felony. Plus, the panel discusses the latest developments in the Tyre Nichols investigation after independent autopsy finds he died from extensive bleeding caused by a severe beating. And, Congressman Jake Auchincloss joins to talk about using artificial intelligence program ChatGTP to write ...

Jan 26, 20231 hr 20 min

All about AI, Pence’s classified docs, Georgia probe charges imminent

Artificial Intelligence - the good, the bad, the pretty cool, and what it could mean in your future. Wharton Professor Christian Terweisch joins to tell Laura about the MBA exam he set that an AI app passed. Classified documents have been found at former Vice President Mike Pence's Indiana home. Former Congressman and CNN Senior Political Commentator Adam Kinzinger joins to talk about the problem of top political leaders being able to take classified materials away from secure locations. The dis...

Jan 25, 20231 hr 19 min

Half Moon Bay shooting, Memphis officers arrested, Oath Keepers convicted

BREAKING NEWS: at least 7 people have been killed in a mass shooting in Half Moon Bay, California. Plus, five Memphis police officers have been arrested following the death of Tyre Nichols, who died in what his family's attorneys allege was a horrific beating after a traffic stop. And, more members of the Oath Keepers have been convicted of seditious conspiracy for their roles in the insurrection. Also tonight: The January 6 rioter who put his feet on Nancy Pelosi’s desk is convicted on 8 counts...

Jan 24, 20231 hr 21 min

War on woke, Trump’s legal trouble, $5 million reparations proposal

A new advanced placement course for high school students on African-American studies has been rejected by Florida for lacking “Educational value”. A proposed Missouri Bill would also ban critical race theory in schools and offer teacher training in “Patriotism”. That, as a former state attorney says Florida Governor DeSantis “abused his power” when suspending him for "neglect of duty" after he signed a pledge not to prosecute cases involving abortion or transgender health care. A federal judge o...

Jan 21, 20231 hr 21 min

Baldwin criminal charge, David Crosby dies, Supreme Court search

Prosecutors plan to charge Alec Baldwin with involuntary manslaughter after a prop gun he fired killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the movie set of “Rust” in 2021. The panel discusses the charges both Baldwin and the film’s armorer are facing. Legendary singer songwriter David Crosby dies aged 81 after a long illness, his family confirm. CNN Anchor Bill Weir reflects on interviewing Crosby after the icon’s Woodstock performance. Also tonight: the Supreme Court is still looking for who lea...

Jan 20, 20231 hr 21 min

New Santos allegations, chilling Google search, Idaho warrants unsealed

A Navy veteran says Republican Rep. George Santos promised to raise funds for his cancer-stricken dog but allegedly took off with the $3,000 collected, and there are also new questions about Santos' claim his mother was a 9/11 survivor. Plus, prosecutors unveil a chilling list of Google searches allegedly made by murder suspect Brian Walshe after his wife’s disappearance. The warrants used to search the Idaho murder suspect’s residence have been unsealed, painting a grim picture of the evidence ...

Jan 19, 20231 hr 21 min

Shootings at Democrats’ homes

After a GOP candidate lost his 2022 race for the New Mexico House, he tweeted the election was rigged and vowed to fight until the day he dies. Solomon Peña has now been arrested for allegedly planning shootings that occurred at properties of several New Mexico Democrats. Plus, a murder warrant has been issued for the husband of Massachusetts mother of three Ana Walshe, who has been missing since the New Year. And, the White House attacks the GOP for “Faking outrage” over Biden’s documents after...

Jan 18, 20231 hr 21 min

More Biden searches, GOP’s Santos problem, NAACP president interview

More locations connected to Biden could be searched after a total of 20 classified documents have now been found - and the President isn’t happy about how his administration is handling the scandal. Republican Rep. George Santos claims he underwent a double knee replacement after playing volleyball on a scholarship for a school he never attended. The panel discuss why most Republicans are shying away from calling for his resignation. Ben Jealous a former president of the National Association for...

Jan 17, 20231 hr 22 min

Analysis: Biden & Trump’s classified documents cases compared

The panel discusses the special counsel investigations into Biden and Trump's handling of classified documents: where both cases are, and the differences between them. Plus, the political controversies surrounding both Rep. George Santos, and gas stoves, make their way into legislation. And, there’s new details in the Ana Walshe disappearance, as a police report she filed in 2014 claims Brian Walshe threatened to kill her. A judge orders the unsealing of Donald Trump’s deposition in defamation c...

Jan 14, 20231 hr 21 min

American Singer-Songwriter Lisa Marie Presley dies at 54

Lisa Marie Presley, only daughter of Elvis and Priscilla Presley died after suffering an apparent cardiac arrest after appearing at the Golden Globes Tuesday night. Mother Priscilla wrote in a statement, “it is with a heavy heart that I must share the devastating news that my beautiful daughter Lisa Marie has left us. She was the most passionate strong and loving woman I have ever known.”. Plus, Attorney General Merrick Garland appoints a special counsel to take over Biden classified documents i...

Jan 13, 20231 hr 19 min

George Santos in hot water with NY Republicans over lies

George Santos is being called to resign by two state Republican party lawmakers over lies the congressman has made, we speak to Republican State Senator Jack Martins and State Assemblyman Ed Ra on the matter. Plus, President Joe Bidens legal team have found another batch of classified documents in another of his private offices in Washington DC, we ask what this means for the President and the DOJ going forward. And, Matt Schlapp the chairman of the American Conservative Union has been accused o...

Jan 12, 20231 hr 19 min

President Biden breaks silence on classified documents

President Joe Biden makes a statement on the classified documents found in his private office at Penn State University, which were handed over to the US Attorney’s office by his lawyers recently. Plus, the House of Representatives gets back to work after the brutal Speakership battle with a party line vote to establish a committee which Republicans say will investigate what they call the “weaponization of the Federal Government”. And, reporting from California as the deadly storms hit the state ...

Jan 11, 20231 hr 20 min

DOJ review classified documents found in Biden private office

The US Attorney is reviewing classified documents from Biden’s time as Vice President discovered in one of his private offices. Sources tell CNN Biden was not aware the documents were there. Plus, rioters storm key Brazilian Government buildings over false stolen election claims, in echoes of the January 6 insurrection at the US Capitol. And, President Reagan’s daughter, author Patti Davis, joins to discuss Prince Harry’s media blitz ahead of his new book, and why she thinks not everything needs...

Jan 10, 20231 hr 20 min

CNN Tonight Special: The Speaker Vote

After four days of ballots, Kevin McCarthy is about to see whether his efforts to win over the last few hardliners with his concessions have paid off. But does he have the support to get him over the finish line? CNN Tonight brings you live coverage as the House reconvenes for its 14th vote on who will become Speaker. Hosted by Jake Tapper and Erin Burnett. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adch...

Jan 07, 20232 hr 8 min

Still no Speaker, Idaho murders evidence, voters on Capitol chaos

Kevin McCarthy tells CNN “I’m not putting a timeline on it” as he fails to clinch votes for Speaker on the 11th ballot, with the House voting to adjourn until noon tomorrow, buying him more time to make a deal. Republican Rep-elect Ryan Zinke joins to discuss the progress being made behind the scenes. Former FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe joins to discuss the court documents released today that detail a surviving roommate's encounter with the alleged Idaho student killer, and the evidence tha...

Jan 06, 20231 hr 20 min

McCarthy’s six losses, abortion pill access, Damar Hamlin improving

The House adjourns again without electing a Speaker after Kevin McCarthy suffers six humiliating losses in his Speakership bid. The panel discusses what the chaos in the GOP means for democracy, and the if the deal McCarthy is now pushing to end the impasse will ultimately leave him with any real power or respect. The FDA is to allow certified pharmacies to dispense abortion pills to patients who have a prescription. But with the recent implementation of abortion restrictions in many states, wil...

Jan 05, 20231 hr 21 min

House fight for Speaker intensifies as McCarthy loses third vote

It's been a day of chaos on Capitol Hill, and a tough day for Kevin McCarthy. After three consecutive ballots in a session that lasted over five-hours, 20 Republicans revolted meaning they could not elect a Speaker of the House. Plus, CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr Sanjay Gupta joins to discuss the latest health update on Buffalo Bills star Damar Hamlin after his cardiac arrest during Monday night’s game. And, court documents obtained by CNN show Rep-elect George Santos admitted to using sto...

Jan 04, 20231 hr 21 min
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