Today on Mea Culpa, I am joined by Malcolm Nance, a retired U.S. Navy Senior Chief, New York Times bestselling author, and expert on terrorism, extremism, and insurgency. We discuss global and domestic political issues, with a focus on Middle East conflicts and U.S. foreign policy. Nance explains Iran's long-term strategy to become a regional superpower and its use of proxies to influence Israel and Saudi Arabia. We also critique Trump’s isolationist stance, warning that it could weaken U.S. dem...
Oct 04, 2024•1 hr 17 min
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 several crucial pro-democracy topics, including what the House and Senate may look like after this election, the threat Trump poses to the UN, NATO, and ou...
Sep 30, 2024•1 hr 26 min
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 trial. In our conversation, we discussed all things DJT, including, Trump Media and Technology Group, Truth Social, declining stock prices, and Trump’s...
Sep 27, 2024•1 hr 27 min
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 women’s rights issues. Together, we delved into Kamala Harris’ campaign marketing strategy, explored ways to build support in swing states, and addressed ...
Sep 23, 2024•1 hr 12 min
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 threats Trump poses to our country and democracy. In our conversation, we explore Harry’s journey to success on social media, strategies for engaging young ...
Sep 20, 2024•1 hr 30 min
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. In our discussion, Fred and I will explore the significance of the upcoming election for gun violence prevention, reflect on recent events like the s...
Sep 16, 2024•1 hr 21 min
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 all things Trump. We explore a variety of topics, including gun ammo vending machines in 7/11 stores and how this election feels like a Kardashian re...
Sep 13, 2024•1 hr 26 min
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 on how to effectively converse with those holding opposing beliefs, with a particular focus on debating MAGA Trump supporters. Tune in for insights on...
Sep 09, 2024•1 hr 23 min
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, currently serves as the senior legal affairs columnist for the Los Angeles Times and is a professor of Constitutional Law at UCLA and UCSD. He is also...
Sep 06, 2024•1 hr 24 min
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 history. To date, Matthew has over 400K followers on TikTok. He has appeared on the Today Show, Jimmy Kimmel Live, NBC's New York Live TV, Good Day LA, G...
Sep 02, 2024•1 hr 29 min
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 initiative that helped clean up the pain clinic industry and reduce the number of deaths from oxycodone abuse. Aronberg frequently appears on national tele...
Aug 30, 2024•1 hr 25 min
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Aug 26, 2024•23 min
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, including The Cult of Trump and the seminal book Combating Cult Mind Control. On Mea Culpa, Steve will explain HOW mind-control works, and how to protect you...
Aug 23, 2024•1 hr 24 min
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 ballot measures in multiple states. He is a regular commentator on American politics, appearing on television, radio, podcasts, and streaming servic...
Aug 19, 2024•1 hr 26 min
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 gained prominence through his videos on social media platforms, where he provides commentary on news and issues affecting the United States. Cohen authored...
Aug 16, 2024•1 hr 22 min
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, and Deranged Ideology of the Trump Insurgency”. Today we are going to utilize Nance’s 30 years of experience in counter-terrorism to help us underst...
Aug 12, 2024•1 hr 23 min
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 MSNBC Also, Wilson’s #1 New York Times, best-seller, “Everything Trump Touches Dies” literally defined the Trump era. Shop Tommy John RIGHT NOW for HU...
Aug 09, 2024•1 hr 17 min
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, Omarosa worked in the White House during the Clinton administration, serving in the office of Vice President Al Gore. She later worked as a politic...
Aug 05, 2024•1 hr 27 min
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’s popular political podcast, “White Flag” with Joe Walsh wherever you get your podcast. Today Walsh is here to talk with us about the current state of...
Aug 02, 2024•1 hr 26 min
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 over a decade of experience, she has covered foreign affairs and politics in nearly 60 countries, emphasizing public service in journalism. An Emmy-nomin...
Jul 29, 2024•1 hr 23 min
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 systems to her legislative work. Johnson is recognized for her commitment to progressive values and her efforts to address social justice issues with...
Jul 26, 2024•1 hr 32 min
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 Watergate burglaries and the subsequent scandal and cover-up. Referred to as the "master manipulator of the cover-up" by the FBI, Dean’s testimony befor...
Jul 22, 2024•1 hr 31 min
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 represented a clear and present danger to democracy. He’s also the former Obama Ethics Czar and Ambassador to the Czech Republic. I’m looking forward to N...
Jul 19, 2024•1 hr 31 min
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 focusing on American politics and corruption. His work is recognized for its incisive analysis and advocacy for transparency and accountability in gov...
Jul 15, 2024•1 hr 25 min
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 and unacceptable’. In June 2020, he joined with other well-known Republicans to launch Right Side PAC. The group aimed to stop Trump’s re-election and...
Jul 12, 2024•1 hr 20 min
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 protect her family from MAGA harassment. Today Jo is here to discuss how we save our Democracy from Trumpism. Get TWENTY PERCENT OFF YOUR FIRST ORDER ...
Jul 08, 2024•1 hr 25 min
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 initiative that helped clean up the pain clinic industry and reduce the number of deaths from oxycodone abuse. Aronberg frequently appears on national tele...
Jul 05, 2024•1 hr 22 min
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Jul 03, 2024•14 min
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 reported live from the frontlines in Ukraine. Velshi has been a contributor at CNN, Al Jazeera America, and NBC to name a few. He’s also a prolific writer,...
Jul 01, 2024•1 hr 23 min
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 on Instagram, Threads, TikTok, and Twitter. And don’t miss Tristan’s podcast “Taking Down Trump”. Today, we are going to get into the legal weeds with ...
Jun 28, 2024•1 hr 21 min
