With Nick on vacay, Mike is joined by Washington Post national politics reporter Sabrina Rodriguez to discuss the latest in the Israel-Hamas war, preview the upcoming fourth GOP presidential debate, Rep. Dean Phillips entering the 2024 Presidential race, and Rep. George Santos sprucing up his resume due to unemployment. This episode is brought to you by - BetterHelp - If you are thinking of starting therapy, give BetterHelp a try and get 10% off your first month by visiting betterhelp.com/canwepleasetalk Fresh Roasted Coffee - Taste the amazing coffee that fuels our show at https://lddy.no/1i34i & use the promo code CANWEPLEASEGET20 for 20% off your purchase!Better Sleep - Get a personalized sleep experience today by visiting https://my.bettersleep.com/referral?ref=n2m0yjeSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike & Nick on the recent truce in the Israel-Hamas war, the freeing of hostages this past holiday weekend, the insane story around one of the hostages in 9-year-old Emily Hand, plus, Notre Dame history professor & author of Democracy in Darkness, Katlyn Carter joins the pod to discuss her new book.We are sponsored by BetterHelp. If you are thinking of trying therapy, please give BetterHelp a try by going to www.betterhelp.com/canwepleasetalk to get 10% off your first month for being a CWPT listener.And by Fresh Roasted Coffee - Taste the amazing coffee that fuels our show at https://lddy.no/1i34i & use the promo code CANWEPLEASEGET20 for 20% off your purchase.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike & Nick on the Israel-Hamas war, Speaker Johnson releasing more Jan 6th footage, a UFC ppv-style presser that broke out in the Senate, plus, the host of This Week Explained & military analyst at Aucoin Analytics, Kervin Aucoin joins the pod to break down the latest on the war in Ukraine, an explainer on why foreign policy truly matters & more. This episode is brought to you by - BetterHelp - If you are thinking of starting therapy, give BetterHelp a try & get 10% off your first month by visiting betterhelp.com/canwepleasetalk Fresh Roasted Coffee - Taste the amazing coffee that fuels our show at https://lddy.no/1i34i & use the promo code CANWEPLEASEGET20 for 20% off your first purchase!Braid - The revolutionary content marketing platform that helps you or your business create high-quality content with no hassles!  Visit https://app.braidit.com/about?linkId=lp_590171&sourceId=michael-leon&tenantId=braidit today to get a discount for being a CWPT listener!Better Sleep - Get a personalized sleep experience today by visiting https://my.bettersleep.com/referral?ref=n2m0yjeSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike & Nick on Speaker Johnson's proposal to fund the government past the November 17th deadline, a recap of the third GOP presidential debate in Miami, plus, NYC Mayor Eric Adams in some potential legal troubles.This episode is brought to you by - BetterHelp - If you are thinking of starting therapy, give BetterHelp a try and get 10% off your first month by visiting betterhelp.com/canwepleasetalk Fresh Roasted Coffee - Taste the amazing coffee that fuels our show at https://lddy.no/1i34i & use the promo code CANWEPLEASEGET20 for 20% off your purchase!Better Sleep - Get a personalized sleep experience today by visiting https://my.bettersleep.com/referral?ref=n2m0yje Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike & Nick on the upcoming GOP 2024 primary debate, plus Congressman Seth Moulton (D-MA) joins the pod to discuss the Israel-Hamas war, the recent mass shooting in Maine and what he is asking Speaker Johnson to do about assault weapons as a former veteran & more.This episode is brought to you by - BetterHelp - If you are thinking of starting therapy, give BetterHelp a try and get 10% off your first month by visiting betterhelp.com/canwepleasetalk Fresh Roasted Coffee - Taste the amazing coffee that fuels our show at https://lddy.no/1i34i & use the promo code CANWEPLEASEGET20 for 20% off your purchase!Better Sleep - Get a personalized sleep experience today by visiting https://my.bettersleep.com/referral?ref=n2m0yjeSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike & Nick on the recent mass shooting in Lewiston, Maine, Speaker Mike Johnson's first week in office, plus, former White House Cabinet Secretary & principal at The Vogel Group, Bill McGinley joins us to discuss the Israel-Hamas war, and the bipartisan effort being led in Congress on school safety.This episode is brought to you by - Better Sleep - Get a personalized sleep experience today and a discount by visiting https://my.bettersleep.com/referral?ref=n2m0yje as a loyal CWPT listener!Nerd Focus - The think drink that boosts your energy, concentration, memory & focus! Visit https://nerdfocus.com?sca_ref=4163439.CGKmK2rfTO to get a discount for being a CWPT listener!Fresh Roasted Coffee - Taste the amazing coffee that fuels our show at https://lddy.no/1i34i & use the promo code CANWEPLEASEGET20 for 20% off your first purchase!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike & Nick on the third week with no Speaker of the House, the latest on the Israel-Hamas war, plus, Palestinian historian & founder of Palestinenexus.com, Zachary Foster joined us to examine the history of this conflict and a look at where it goes from here. To donate to the humanitarian efforts in Israel & Gaza, please visit https://www.pledge.to/help-humanitarian-efforts-in-israel-and-gazaThis episode is brought to you by - Fresh Roasted Coffee - Taste the amazing coffee that fuels our show at https://lddy.no/1i34i & use the promo code CANWEPLEASEGET20 for 20% off your first purchase.Better Sleep - Get a personalized sleep experience today by visiting https://my.bettersleep.com/referral?ref=n2m0yjeNerd Focus - The original think drink that will boost your energy, concentration, memory & focus! Visit https://nerdfocus.com?sca_ref=4163439.CGKmK2rfTO and get a discount for being a CWPT listener.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike & Nick with the latest in the Israel-Hamas war, MSNBC's removal of a few anchors covering the war, plus GOP presidential candidate & businessman Ryan Binkley stops by to discuss the war, his policies on key issues such as the economy, immigration, reproductive rights & more. To donate to the humanitarian efforts in Israel & Gaza, visit https://www.pledge.to/help-humanitarian-efforts-in-israel-and-gaza This episode is brought to you by - Fresh Roasted Coffee - Taste the amazing coffee that fuels our show at https://lddy.no/1i34i & use the promo code CANWEPLEASEGET20 for 20% off your purchase.Better Sleep - Get a personalized sleep experience today by visiting https://my.bettersleep.com/referral?ref=n2m0yjeNerd Focus - The original think drink that will boost your energy, concentration, memory & focus! Visit https://nerdfocus.com?sca_ref=4163439.CGKmK2rfTO and get a discount for being a CWPT listener.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike & Nick on the terrorist attacks that happened in Israel, as UCLA Professor of Israel Studies & author of the book 'The Israel-Palestinian Conflict: What Everyone Needs To Know', Dov Waxman joined the pod to discuss what happened, how we got here and more importantly, where does this conflict ultimately go from here. This episode is brought to you by - Better Sleep - Get a personalized sleep experience today by visiting https://my.bettersleep.com/referral?ref=n2m0yjeNerd Focus - The original think drink that will boost your energy, concentration, memory & focus. Visit https://nerdfocus.com?sca_ref=4163439.CGKmK2rfTO and get a discount for being a CWPT listener.Fresh Roasted Coffee - Taste the amazing coffee that fuels our show at https://lddy.no/1i34i & use the promo code CANWEPLEASEGET20 for 20% off your purchase.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike & Nick on the government shutdown being avoided on the final day by the House of Representatives & what comes next, plus, fmr. Deputy Asst. Attorney General for the DOJ, CNN legal analyst & principal at The Raben Group, Elliot Williams joined us to break down the legal cases surrounding Sen. Menendez, fmr. President Trump, Hunter Biden & more. This episode is brought to you by - Better Sleep - Get a personalized sleep experience today for being a CWPT listener by visiting https://my.bettersleep.com/referral?ref=n2m0yjeNerd Focus - The original think drink that will boost your energy, concentration, memory & focus! Visit https://nerdfocus.com?sca_ref=4163439.CGKmK2rfTO & get a discount for being a CWPT listener!Fresh Roasted Coffee - Taste the amazing coffee that fuels our show at https://lddy.no/1hvgr & use the promo code CANWEPLEASEGET20 for 20% off your purchase!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike & Nick on the DOJ's bribery & corruption charges against U.S. Senator Bob Menendez, plus, co-host of Fox News's 'The Five', Jessica Tarlov stops by to discuss the looming government shutdown, the impeachment inquiry into President Biden & more.This episode is brought to you by -Fresh Roasted Coffee - Taste the amazing coffee that fuels our show at https://lddy.no/1hvgr & use the promo code CANWEPLEASEGET20 for 20% off your purchase.Razu - Are you a music creator? Want to discover new talent to work with regardless of location? Start collaborating on your next music project today for FREE at https://www.razu.io/Nerd Focus - The original think drink that will boost your energy, concentration, memory & focus! Visit https://nerdfocus.com?sca_ref=4163439.CGKmK2rfTO and get a discount for being a CWPT listener.  Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike & Nick on the impending government shutdown, Speaker McCarthy's announcement of an impeachment inquiry into President Biden, Hunter Biden's latest charges, plus, superior court judge & author of the book 'The Common Flaw: Needless Complexities in the court and 50 ways to reduce it', Thomas Moukawsher joins the pod to discuss his new book, how he would preside over high profile cases such as fmr. President Trump & more.This episode is brought to you by - Kitcaster - Kitcaster helps you get booked on top podcasts! Visit https://www.kitcaster.com/cwpt and sign up for free today!Fresh Roasted Coffee - Taste the amazing coffee that fuels our show at https://lddy.no/1hvgr & use the promo code CANWEPLEASEGET20 for 20% off your purchase.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike & Nick on fmr. President Trump's comments about friend of the pod & Republican strategist Maura Gillespie, a look at the latest polling data on how the GOP '24 field matches up vs. President Biden, plus, author of '24 Hours In Charlottesville: An Oral History of the Stand Against White Supremacy', Nora Neus joined us to break down her book, how the media should be covering these type of events & more.To donate to those affected by the earthquake in Morocco, please visit https://donation.ifrc.org/?campaign=a4e4ced0-b350-ee11-a2e7-005056010027And to help the families of those that died on 9/11, including our brave first responders, please visit https://t2t.org/We are sponsored as always by Fresh Roasted Coffee. Taste the amazing coffee that powers our show at https://lddy.no/1hvgr & use promo code CANWEPLEASEGET20 for 20% off.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike & Nick on the looming potential government shutdown at the end of September, the House's potential impeachment inquiry into President Biden, plus, we examine the recent exchange between a college football coach & a reporter covering the team. This episode is brought to you by - Kitcaster - Kitcaster helps you get booked on top podcasts! Visit https://www.kitcaster.com/cwpt and sign up for free today!Nerd Focus - The original think drink that will boost your energy, concentration, memory & focus! Visit https://nerdfocus.com?sca_ref=4163439.CGKmK2rfTO and get a discount for being a CWPT listener. There’s a nerd in everyone!Fresh Roasted Coffee - Taste the amazing coffee that fuels our show at https://lddy.no/1hvgr & use the promo code CANWEPLEASEGET20 for 20% off your purchase.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike & Nick on the recent shootings in Jacksonville, FL & the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, plus a look at some of the recent campaign stops by the GOP '24 field & new polling data.This episode is brought to you by - Fresh Roasted Coffee - Taste the amazing coffee that fuels our show at https://lddy.no/1hvgr & use the promo code CANWEPLEASEGET20 for 20% off your purchase.Nerd Focus - The original think drink that will boost your energy, concentration, memory & focus! Visit https://nerdfocus.com?sca_ref=4163439.CGKmK2rfTO and get a discount for being a CWPT listener. There’s a nerd in everyone!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike is joined by fmr. advisor to Sec. Kerry & Fox News contributor Marie Harf and fmr. Deputy Chief of Staff for Rep. Adam Kinzinger, Maura Gillespie, to break down the first GOP primary debate, the key moments, winners and losers from the night & more.This episode is brought to you by - Nerd Focus - The original think drink that will boost your energy, concentration, memory & focus! Visit https://nerdfocus.com?sca_ref=4163439.CGKmK2rfTO and get a discount for being a CWPT listener. There’s a nerd in everyone!Fresh Roasted Coffee - Taste the amazing coffee that fuels our show at https://lddy.no/1hvgr & use the promo code CANWEPLEASEGET20 for 20% off your purchase.Kitcaster - Kitcaster helps you get booked on top podcasts! Visit https://www.kitcaster.com/cwpt and sign up for free today!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike & Nick on President Trump's phone call in 2020 with GA Sec. of State Brad Raffensperger, a preview of the upcoming GOP primary debate, plus, CNN Sr. Legal Analyst & fmr. federal prosecutor Elie Honig breaks down the GA indictment & more.This episode is brought to you by - Fresh Roasted Coffee - Taste the amazing coffee that fuels our show at https://lddy.no/1hvgr & use the promo code CANWEPLEASEGET20 for 20% off your purchase.Kitcaster - Kitcaster helps you get booked on top podcasts! Visit https://www.kitcaster.com/cwpt and sign up for free today!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike & Nick on fmr. President Trump's fourth indictment in GA, the recent referendum vote in Ohio, plus, the host of the 'Talkin Politics & Religion Without Killing Each Other' podcast, Corey Nathan joins the pod to discuss his show, how religion and politics have become intertwined & more. To donate to the victims of the wildfires in Hawaii, please visit https://www.redcross.org/local/hawaii.html.This episode is brought to you by - Nerd Focus - The original think drink that will boost your energy, concentration, memory & focus! Visit https://nerdfocus.com?sca_ref=4163439.CGKmK2rfTO and get a discount for being a CWPT listener. There’s a nerd in everyone!Fresh Roasted Coffee - Taste the amazing coffee that fuels our show at https://lddy.no/1hvgr & use the promo code CANWEPLEASEGET20 for 20% off your purchase.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike & Nick examine fmr. President Trump's 2024 campaign strategy & message, El Paso Times immigration reporter Lauren Villagran joins us to break down the latest news happening at the U.S. southern border, plus, a look at the viral brawl that took place in Montgomery, Alabama. This episode is brought to you by - Nerd Focus - The original think drink that will boost your energy, concentration, memory & focus! Visit https://nerdfocus.com?sca_ref=4163439.CGKmK2rfTO to get a discount for being a CWPT listener!Fresh Roasted Coffee - Taste the amazing coffee that fuels our show at https://lddy.no/1hvgr & use the promo code CANWEPLEASEGET20 for 20% off your purchase.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special edition of the pod, Mike & Nick are joined by fmr. federal prosecutor Joseph Moreno to break down the four charges fmr. President Trump faces in Washington D.C. in trying to overturn the 2020 election & the January 6th attack on the US Capitol.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.