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Nov 4, 2023 • 44min
Trump to testify, students on campus tensions, Alaska Airlines lawsuit
Donald Trump will take the stand in New York on Monday in the civil fraud trial against the Trump Organization, potentially facing paying back millions and the loss of his business license if the judge rules against him. Plus, three college students tell Laura Coates about the growing tensions over the Israel-Hamas war on their campuses. And, an Alaska Airlines passenger joins to discuss the legal action he is taking after an off-duty pilot allegedly attempted to shut off the engines of the plane he was travelling on, mid-flight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 3, 2023 • 43min
War there & hate here, Bankman-Fried verdict, NYC Mayor investigated
Jews and Muslims in the US say they’re experiencing rising bigotry and hatred as a result of the Israel-Hamas war; facing threats in synagogues and mosques, on the streets, on college campuses, and even in their own homes. Maya Berry is the Executive Director of the Arab American Institute. She speaks with Laura Coates about the FBI hate crime data that backs up an alarming increase in reported incidents. Plus, disgraced crypto king Sam Bankman-Fried is found guilty of fraud, and potentially faces a 110-year sentence. And, the FBI investigates whether NYC Mayor Adams received illegal donations from foreign nationals. Also, The Beatles drop their “final” song with a little help from A.I.For daily information on the Israel-Gaza conflict, check out CNN’s podcast ‘Tug of War: Attack on Israel’. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 2, 2023 • 42min
Don Jr. takes stand, fear on campus, Maine shooter texts
Donald Trump Jr. takes the stand in The Trump Organization’s civil fraud trial in New York. Our panel discusses his defense strategy, and where he is directing the blame for any alleged fraud. Plus, Cornell University cancels Friday classes after a student is arrested for allegedly threatening to shoot Jewish students. Sofia Robinson of the Cornell Daily Sun, and Rabbi Ari Weiss join to talk about what can be done to counteract the spreading of fear and antisemitism on campuses. And, the text messages that revealed concerns over the Maine mass shooter’s behavior prior to his deadly rampage.For daily information on the Israel-Gaza conflict, check out CNN’s podcast ‘Tug of War: Attack on Israel’. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 1, 2023 • 41min
Deadly airstrike, fear at home, Matthew Perry’s ex-fiancée speaks out
Israel strikes Gaza’s largest refugee camp. An IDF spokesperson defends the attack, saying a Hamas commander was the target of the strike and was hiding amongst civilians. Plus, the DOJ reports that the suspect in threats against Cornell University’s Jewish community is a junior at the School. And, Matthew Perry’s former fiancée pays tribute to the ‘complicated’ actor. Also tonight, as US officials warn of increased domestic threats to Jewish, Muslim and Arab Americans, our panel discusses how to have tough conversations about the Israel-Hamas war.For daily information on the Israel-Gaza conflict, check out CNN’s podcast ‘Tug of War: Attack on Israel’. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 31, 2023 • 42min
Netanyahu: “Time for war", Jewish students targeted, disqualification trial
Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejects calls for a ceasefire, saying it is “Time for war” as the Israel Defense Forces ground assault on Gaza intensifies. Plus, Cornell police provide additional security for Jewish students following targeted anti-Semitic threats. And, the Trump 2024 disqualification trial kicks off in Colorado. Also, ‘Friends’ Executive Producer Kevin Bright joins to pay tribute to Matthew Perry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 28, 2023 • 42min
Maine mass shooting suspect found dead
In a stunning end to the manhunt in Maine, the suspect in the mass shootings that killed 18-people in Lewiston on Wednesday has now been found dead with an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. Was he was found in an area law enforcement already searched? Had he been on the run? Did he have any help evading police for so long? Our panel discusses the many questions that still remain unanswered. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 27, 2023 • 43min
Maine manhunt intensifies, US strikes Syria, remembering Lewiston victims
Entire towns remain on lockdown in Maine amid an urgent manhunt for mass shooting suspect Robert Card, after 18-people were killed in a violent rampage in Lewiston on Wednesday. Plus, the US strikes two facilities linked to Iranian-backed militias in Syria following a series of attacks on US forces in the Middle East. And, remembering the victims of the Lewiston mass shootings: Laura Coates speaks with two women who tragically lost a family member this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 26, 2023 • 2h 19min
Manhunt after multiple shootings in Maine
BREAKING NEWS: a manhunt is underway after 18 people are killed, and many more are injured, in multiple shootings in Lewiston, Maine. Police are warning residents to stay at home with the doors locked. Law enforcement officials have identified 40-year-old Robert Card as a “person of interest” in the shooting. Laura Coates speaks with members of a community gripped in fear as the search for the shooter progresses. Plus, officials share what we know about Card’s firearms and military background, and also his own recent reporting of mental health issues, including “hearing voices”. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 25, 2023 • 42min
New Speaker nominee, Mark Meadows’ immunity, Trump campaign lawyer flips
The House GOP pick yet another Speaker nominee just hours after Rep. Tom Emmer drops his bid. Plus, ABC News reports that Trump's former White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows received immunity to testify to the Special Counsel in Trump’s federal election interference case. And, former Trump campaign lawyer Jenna Ellis reaches a plea deal in the Georgia election subversion case, delivering a tearful court speech. Also, Colorado Secretary of State Jena Griswald joins to discuss the effort to block Trump from the 2024 ballot in a 14th Amendment lawsuit brought by several states, and the Israeli Navy clashes with Hamas divers attempting to infiltrate Israel by sea. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 24, 2023 • 44min
Hamas releases Israeli hostages, Speaker chaos, flight scare
Two Israeli women are released by Hamas. CNN's Alex Marquardt reports on what we know about them, and what went into securing their freedom. Daniel O’Shea is a former hostage negotiator and Navy Seal Commander. He tells Laura Coates what goes on behind the scenes in choosing particular hostages for release, and what he thinks Hamas is trying to accomplish in this case. Plus, can the GOP elect a House Speaker before the deadline to fund Government on November 17? And, an off duty pilot allegedly tries to shut down the engines of a plane. Laura speaks with two passengers from the ordeal.For daily information on the Israel-Gaza conflict, check out CNN’s podcast ‘Tug of War: Attack on Israel’. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices