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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Mar 13, 2025 • 55min
HOT TOPICS | Why Do So Many Democrats Turn to the Right?! - March 13th, 2025
Good morning, Lemon Nation! Why does it feel like Democratic leaders are sliding closer to the right? First, Gavin Newsom cozied up to Charlie Kirk, and now, in his latest podcast episode, he sat down with America’s least bathed nationalist, Steve Bannon. Yes, the same Steve Bannon who encouraged racists to wear their bigotry like a badge of honor. What are Democrats doing? And where does this shift leave the rest of us? Let’s break it all down—join us live! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 13, 2025 • 11min
LEMON DROP | Trump Offers Citizenship to White South African Farmers?
On March 7th, Trump took to Truth Social to announce he’s offering white South African farmers “rapid pathway” to U.S. citizenship. But what about American farmers who are currently struggling under Trump's policies? Tune in for Don's take! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 12, 2025 • 1h 44min
Lemon LIVE at 5 | Did MAGA Just Kill Free Speech?! - March 12th, 2025
MAGA can't seem to decide if Mahmoud Khalil's arrest is about free speech or not. But the message is clear—speak out, and you might be detained. What does this mean for free speech in America? And where can they go from here? Join us as we break it all down live. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 12, 2025 • 14min
Jacob Ward's Warning | The Loss of Migrant Workers Could Have Devastating Impacts
Hey there Lemon Nation! We are rapidly losing migrant workers. Journalist Jacob Ward joins us to break down the impacts of Trump's immigration policies on farm work, food prices, and even the future of agriculture in the United States. Join us as we cut through the noise and get to the truth. Don’t miss it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 12, 2025 • 1h 26min
HOT TOPICS | Another day in H🔥LL! Trump Attacks Critics - March 12th, 2025
Is dissent becoming illegal? It sure feels that way. From Trump labeling Tesla boycotts as ‘illegal’ to his push to classify acts of vandalism as ‘domestic terrorism,’ to the alarming detention of protester Mahmoud Khalil, the message is clear—speak out, and you could be next. So what does this crackdown on dissent mean for free speech in America? And more importantly, what do we do now? Join us as we break it all down live. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 12, 2025 • 8min
LEMON DROP | Trump's ICE Detains Activist Mahmoud Khalil
A dangerous precedent is being set. Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil has been detained by ICE following his participation in the Columbia protests—despite zero evidence linking him to Hamas or any illegal activity. This is a blatant violation of free speech, and if it can happen to him, it can happen to anyone. Don breaks down the details of Khalil’s detention, the chilling implications for protest rights in America, and why we should all be paying attention. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 11, 2025 • 1h 39min
Lemon LIVE at 5 | Karoline Leavitt Spreads MAGA Propaganda & Misinformation - March 11th, 2025
Lemon Nation, we’ve got another press briefing disaster on our hands. Today, Karoline Leavitt took the podium and, as expected, delivered the usual dose of misinformation—this time, completely botching how tariffs actually work. Did she misunderstand economics, or was she just hoping we would? Don breaks down the latest mess from the press room and what it means for the policies shaping our economy. Grab a drink—you're gonna need it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 11, 2025 • 1h 34min
HOT TOPICS | Wendy Williams Speaks Out!
Good morning, Lemon Nation! We’ve got major updates on Wendy Williams’ situation—after being taken from her assisted living facility to the hospital last night, new details are emerging, and they’re deeply concerning. Don is joined by Senior Investigations & Exclusives Reporter for The Sun, Jessica Finn, and TMZ producer, Michael Babcock, to break it all down.Plus, after today’s stock market chaos, are there any signs of recovery? Or is this just the beginning of a financial freefall? We’re covering it all—grab your coffee and let’s get into it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 11, 2025 • 35min
Lemon LIVE Special | Wendy Williams Hospitalized as Part of ‘Elder Abuse’ Investigation
Join Don for some breaking Wendy Williams news. According to reports, the iconic TV hosy has been hospitalized as part of an "elder abuse" investigation. Tonight, Don is joined by reporter for The Sun, Jessica Finn to break it all down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 11, 2025 • 30min
LEMON DROP | Trump's Policies Target Black Farmers!
We know Trump’s policies have hit farmers hard across the country—but for Black farmers, the impact has been even worse. Don sits down with John Boyd, Jr., farmer, activist, and founder of the National Black Farmers Association, to break down the unique challenges Black farmers face, from discriminatory lending practices to the fallout from Trump-era policies. It’s a conversation you don’t want to miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
