The Don Lemon Show
Lemon Media Network
With three decades of award-winning journalism and storytelling behind him, Don Lemon takes his signature style and outspoken truth-telling to a new platform with The Don Lemon Show. Don welcomes a variety of guests and newsmakers to his show, with topics spanning everything from social issues and race to pop-culture and current events. Each episode will also feature Don’s personal take on the stories and topics that are shaping our lives and conversations. Expect his insightful commentary to go beyond the news of the day, getting to the heart of what really matters and helping his audience have a better understanding of the world around them. The Don Lemon Show is available on YouTube, as well as all audio and video platforms.
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Jan 28, 2025 • 7min
LEMON DROP | Who are the Cruel Kids?
A new piece in New York Magazine highlights a growing trend in "cruel kids," young people who face the world with unrelenting cruelty and cynicism. Why is more youth turning to this mindset? Tune in for Don's take. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 28, 2025 • 1h 14min
HOT TOPICS | Trump Freezes Federal Aid & Raids Continue - January 28th, 2025
The Trump administration has ordered a freeze on all federal aid. This will impact countless programs and institutions that rely on this funding to operate. What does this mean for the future of these programs? Why is the Trump administration so cruel? Tune in to break it all down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 27, 2025 • 1h 5min
Lemon LIVE at 5 | The Trump Administration is Shoving the Cruelty in Your Face! - January 27th, 2025
Mass deportations have started, and rather than shy away from the public eye, MAGA officials are promoting the actions with increased television coverage. Will this gain public support? Or will the cruelty inevitably turn more Americans away from Trump's agenda? Join Don to break it all down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 27, 2025 • 10min
LEMON DROP | DeepSeek Shocks the World & U.S. Stocks Sink
Chinese app DeepSeek has released a new low-cost, open source AI model. U.S. tech stocks took a deep plunge as a result, and many are questioning the massive investments in Silicon Valley AI projects. Did Donald Trump's tech bros blow it? Tune in for Don's take. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 27, 2025 • 1h 36min
HOT TOPICS | Trump Exhaustion After Week One - January 27th, 2025
Last week was a lot. And it looks like this week will be just as chaotic. From the removal of DEI initiatives to increasing threats of trade wars, it's no wonder Americans are feeling exhausted. Where do we go from here? Join Don to break it all down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 25, 2025 • 1h 4min
Lemon LIVE at 5 | Why She Turned Down Trump's Pardon
What a week it’s been! From unconstitutional executive orders to eyebrow-raising public statements, the first days of Donald Trump's presidency have been nothing short of chaotic. Tonight, Don is joined by Pamela Hemphill, the convicted Capitol rioter who chose to turn down Trump's pardon. Tune in for an eye opening conversation you won't want to miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 25, 2025 • 41min
Who Will Be NYC's Next Mayor? - With Whitney Tilson & Rev. Michael Blake
Who will be the next mayor of New York City? Don Lemon sits down with two of the candidates to explore their vision for the city's future. First up, Former New York Assembly Member and DNC Vice Chair Rev. Michael Blake shares his comprehensive plan for tackling the city's biggest challenges. Then, longtime Democratic Party donor and philanthropist Whitney Tilson presents his perspective and solutions for moving New York forward. You won't want to miss this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 24, 2025 • 1h 5min
Lemon LIVE at 5 | Is Trump Endangering his Political Enemies? - January 24th, 2025
Hey there Lemon Nation! Tonight, Don is joined by journalist, writer, and founder of Zeteo, Mehdi Hasan to dive into all the biggest news of the day. Trump has been removing security details for his political opponents. Is he putting them at risk? And what about the ongoing friction between Donald Trump and Elon Musk? Join Don and Mehdi to break it all down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 24, 2025 • 32min
Farmer Speaks Out on Mass Deportations | The Don Lemon Show
Don sits down for an in depth conversation with Brian Reisinger, 4th generation farmer and author of "Land Rich Cash Poor: My Family’s Hope and the Untold History of the Disappearing American Farmer." They dive into the current state of the farming industry and break down how Donald Trump's immigration policies will negatively impact farms across the country. Tune in for a discussion you won't want to miss! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 24, 2025 • 1h 13min
HOT TOPICS | Can Trump Run For a THIRD TERM?! - January 24th, 2025
Good morning Lemon Community! Can Donald Trump run for a third term?! A republican member of the House just introduced a resolution that would allow him to do so. Will this resolution pass? And what is going on with the increasing friction between Trump and Musk? Tune in to break it all down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
