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Sep 29, 2025 • 50min

Mayor Adams Drops Out: What Comes Next?

What does Eric Adams’s exit from the 2025 mayoral race mean for New York City’s political future? Rob Henderson, Nicole Gelinas, John Ketcham, and Rafael Mangual assess how the sitting mayor's withdrawal reshapes the race for City Hall and analyze the strategies of remaining contenders Zohran Mamdani, Andrew Cuomo, and Curtis Sliwa. They discuss the key issues shaping voter priorities, from crime and public safety to housing affordability. They also explore the controversy surrounding the Democratic Socialists of America's support for convicted cop killer Assata Shakur, who died on Thursday.
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Sep 25, 2025 • 44min

Masculinity Under Fire: Reclaiming Strength and Responsibility in America

Join policy analyst Daniel Di Martino and public-policy scholar Heather Mac Donald as they tackle the evolving crisis of masculinity in America. They examine the impact of cultural devaluation of male roles, and the importance of fatherhood in shaping young men. The conversation explores the implications of recent political violence, the need for courageous male role models, and the relationship between law enforcement and societal order. Discover how literature and religious figures can help reclaim values like honor and responsibility.
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Sep 22, 2025 • 39min

The Jimmy Kimmel Suspension: Cancel Culture and Free Speech

What does the Jimmy Kimmel episode reveal about free speech in America? Ilya Shapiro, Charles Fain Lehman, John Ketcham, and Rafael Mangual unpack the controversy surrounding the cancellation of Kimmel’s ABC show and explore how government influence, corporate media decisions, and public protest movements intersect in shaping the national discourse. The panel also discusses controversial figures like Woody Allen and what their continued relevance says about shifting political and cultural norms.
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Sep 19, 2025 • 21min

Public Housing’s Progressive History

Howard Husock joins Stephen Eide to discuss his new book, The Projects: A New History of Public Housing.
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Sep 18, 2025 • 46min

Charlie Kirk’s Alleged Assassin and the Radicalization of Young Men

Why are so many young men becoming radicalized online? Rob Henderson, Carolyn Gorman, and Isabella Redjai examine the recent assassination of Charlie Kirk and the radicalization of his alleged killer, Tyler Robinson. They explore how social media and college campuses influence political beliefs and discuss the growing epidemic of loneliness and isolation. The conversation also addresses the normalization of violence and the blurred line between mental illness and political extremism, and what these disturbing trends might signal for the future.
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Sep 15, 2025 • 44min

Political Violence in America: A New Era?

What does the assassination of Charlie Kirk reveal about the state of political discourse and public safety in America today? In this powerful episode, Stu Smith, Jesse Arm, Josh Appel, and Kerry Soropoulos discuss the shocking murder of the conservative activist. Their conversation explores Kirk’s legacy, the rise of online radicalization, and how progressive policies may be fueling crime in urban centers. They also examine the deepening ideological divide in American society and consider what it will take to restore civility—and security—in our country.
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Sep 11, 2025 • 54min

Tragedies Old and New

John Tierney, Nicole Gelinas, Park MacDougald, and Isabella Redjai pay tribute to Charlie Kirk, assassinated as he gave a talk on a college campus. Kirk was murdered the day before the nation marked the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. We share personal memories of that day, examine the city’s response, and discuss how the attacks reshaped American politics and culture. The conversation ends with a look at the day’s enduring lessons and prospects for American unity.
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Sep 9, 2025 • 48min

A Fatal Ride: Violence on Public Transit

Isabella Redjai, Kerry Soropoulos, Charles Fain Lehman, and Renu Mukherjee discuss the fatal stabbing of a Ukrainian refugee on public transit and what it reveals about urban violence, mental health, and law enforcement. They also discuss CBS’s interest in buying The Free Press and Austin’s logo debate.
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Sep 5, 2025 • 45min

Navigating New York City’s Mayoral Election

Rafael Mangual, John Ketcham, Isabella Redjai, and Kerry Soropoulos take a look at the high-stakes dynamics of the New York City mayoral race. From candidate strategies and the influence of social media to the surprising role of game theory in political decision-making, they break down how modern campaigns are evolving. They also explore how crime policy is shaping electoral outcomes and how Democrats are responding to public safety concerns. Plus, a timely discussion of how AI is disrupting fashion marketing and what it means for traditional advertising.
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Aug 29, 2025 • 37min

YIMBY Success in Texas

Nicole Nosek joins Judge Glock to discuss housing reform legislation spearheaded by Texans for Reasonable Solutions.

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