
Can We Please Talk?
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Ep 222Immune to the game
Mike & Nick on the Supreme Court's ruling regarding Presidential immunity, as fmr. federal prosecutor Alyse Adamson joins the pod to explain the Court's ruling, the precedent this sends for future Presidents & more.This episode is brought to you by - SeatGeek - Sporting events, concerts, comedy shows, SeatGeek is not immune to having the tickets! Use the promo code CANWEPLEASETALK at checkout to get $20 off that purchase!Fresh Roasted Coffee - This summer, cool down with a fresh cold brew, iced tea or iced coffee from our friends over at Fresh Roasted Coffee. Visit https://lddy.no/1hvgr & use the promo code CANWEPLEASEGET20 for 20% off your first purchase.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 221Rapid Reaction - The CNN Presidential Debate
Mike & Nick on the CNN Presidential Debate between fmr. President Trump & President Biden.This episode is brought to you by - SeatGeek - Sporting events, concerts, comedy shows, you name it, SeatGeek has the tickets! Use the promo code CANWEPLEASETALK at checkout to get $20 off that purchase!Fresh Roasted Coffee - This summer, cool down with a fresh cold brew, iced tea or iced coffee from our friends over at Fresh Roasted Coffee. Visit https://lddy.no/1hvgr & use the promo code CANWEPLEASEGET20 for 20% off your first purchase.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 220"The two youths..."
Mike is joined by Washington Post national politics reporter Sabrina Rodriguez, to examine the youth vote this upcoming 2024 election, the key issues they have outlined are most important to them, Sabrina's recent article on young Black voters, plus a preview of the upcoming debate between fmr. Pres. Trump & Pres. Biden on CNN Thursday June 27th.This episode is brought to you by - Fresh Roasted Coffee - This summer, cool down with a fresh cold brew, iced tea or iced coffee from our friends over at Fresh Roasted Coffee. Visit https://lddy.no/1hvgr & use the promo code CANWEPLEASEGET20 for 20% off your first purchase.SeatGeek - MLB games, MLS matches, concerts, comedy shows, you name it, SeatGeek has the tickets! Use the promo code CANWEPLEASETALK at checkout to get $20 off that purchase!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 219"I'll have an executive order.."
Mike & Nick break down President Biden's recent executive order regarding immigration, plus, running for Congress in Florida's 28th Congressional district, fmr. Navy Commander Phil Ehr stops by the podcast to discuss why he is running for Congress, his message to voters in FL, how his military experience translates to working in D.C. & more. For more on Phil Ehr, visit https://ehrforcongress.us/This episode is brought to you by - SeatGeek - NBA & NHL finals tickets, Major League Baseball games, concerts, comedy shows, you name it, SeatGeek has the tickets! Use the promo code CANWEPLEASETALK at checkout to get $20 off that purchase!Fresh Roasted Coffee - This summer, cool down with a fresh cold brew, iced tea or iced coffee from our friends over at Fresh Roasted Coffee. Visit https://lddy.no/1hvgr & use the promo code CANWEPLEASEGET20 for 20% off your first purchase.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 218Overcoming the Divide
Mike & Nick recently joined the 'Overcoming the Divide' podcast, hosted by Daniel Corcoran, to discuss the Biden presidency, the upcoming 2024 election, the war in Gaza & more. Follow 'Overcoming the Divide' at - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/overcoming-the-divide-nonpartisan-politics/id1523927567 or wherever you listen to podcasts.This episode is brought to you by - SeatGeek - NBA & NHL playoff tickets. MLB, Concerts, comedy shows, you name it, SeatGeek has the tickets! Use the promo code CANWEPLEASETALK at checkout to get $20 off that first purchase!Fresh Roasted Coffee - This summer, cool down with a fresh cold brew, iced tea or iced coffee from our friends over at Fresh Roasted Coffee. Visit https://lddy.no/1hvgr & use the promo code CANWEPLEASEGET20 for 20% off your first purchase.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 21734 for 34
Mike & Nick on fmr. President Donald Trump being found guilty of all 34 counts of falsifying business records in NY and what comes next.This episode is brought to you by - SeatGeek - NBA & NHL finals tickets. MLB, concerts, comedy shows, you name it, SeatGeek has those tickets! Use the promo code CANWEPLEASETALK at checkout to get $20 off that first purchase!Fresh Roasted Coffee - This summer, cool down with a fresh cold brew, iced tea or iced coffee from our friends over at Fresh Roasted Coffee. Visit https://lddy.no/1hvgr & use the promo code CANWEPLEASEGET20 for 20% off your first purchase.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 216"South Bronx, south south Bronx.."
Mike is joined by guest host, NPR politics reporter Ximena Bustillo, to discuss the closing arguments and jury deliberation upcoming as the Manhattan trial involving fmr. President Trump wraps up, plus, a look at the fmr. President's recent campaign stop in Mike's old hood, what Ximena is hearing on the campaign trail from voters in swing states & more.We are presented by -Boxlab Promotions. This Friday May 31st, at the Caribe Royale Hotel in Orlando, FL, Boxlab Promotions presents 'A Night of Champions', as the WBA Super Lightweight title is up for grabs, with undefeated Kevin Brown taking on Idalberto Umara, plus the Barrientes twins, Angel & Chavez are back in action, led by legendary trainer Bob Santos. Catch the fight exclusively on DAZN or if you live in the Orlando area, visit https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/220060A1C49A24B4 for tickets!SeatGeek - NBA & NHL playoff tickets. MLB, Concerts, comedy shows, you name it, SeatGeek has the tickets! Use the promo code CANWEPLEASETALK at checkout to get $20 off that first purchase!Fresh Roasted Coffee - This summer, cool down with a fresh cold brew, iced tea or iced coffee from our friends over at Fresh Roasted Coffee. Visit https://lddy.no/1hvgr & use the promo code CANWEPLEASEGET20 for 20% off your first purchase.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 215"Make my day pal"
Mike & Nick on the upcoming debates between fmr. President Trump & President Biden, a look at their recent campaign stops, plus, Unite America Executive Director Nick Troiano joins the pod to discuss his book 'The Primary Solution' & the work the folks over at Unite America are doing. Mike also pays his respects to CNN political commentator Alice Stewart, who recently passed away.This episode is brought to you by our sponsors over at - Boxlab Promotions. On Friday May 31st, at the Caribe Royale Hotel in Orlando, FL, 'A Night of Champions' is going down, as the WBA Super Lightweight title is up for grabs, with undefeated Kevin Brown taking on Idalberto Umara, plus the Barrientes twins, Angel & Chavez are back in action, led by legendary trainer Bob Santos. Catch the fight exclusively on DAZN or if you live in the Orlando area, visit https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/220060A1C49A24B4 for tickets!SeatGeek - NBA & NHL playoff tickets. MLB, Concerts, comedy shows, you name it, SeatGeek has the tickets! Use the promo code CANWEPLEASETALK at checkout to get $20 off that first purchase!Fresh Roasted Coffee - Taste the amazing coffee that fuels us at https://lddy.no/1jquf& use the promo code CANWEPLEASEGET20 for 20% off your first purchase.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 214"Hush lil payment, don't you cry"
Mike & Nick on the latest in the NY trial involving fmr. President Trump, plus, in this week's Can I Talk? segment, Nick explains to Vivek Ramaswamy what naked racism is, and Mike gives NY Gov. Kathy Hochul an example of a kid from the Bronx that owns a computer (and hosts a podcast....)This episode is presented by -Boxlab Promotions. On Friday May 31st, at the Caribe Royale Hotel in Orlando, FL, 'A Night of Champions' is going down, as the WBA Super Lightweight title is up for grabs, with undefeated Kevin Brown taking on Idalberto Umara, plus the Barrientes twins, Angel & Chavez are back in action, led by legendary trainer Bob Santos. Catch the fight exclusively on DAZN or if you live in the Orlando area, visit https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/220060A1C49A24B4 for tickets!SeatGeek - NBA & NHL playoff tickets. Concerts. Comedy shows. SeatGeek has the tickets! Use the promo code CANWEPLEASETALK at checkout to get $20 off that first purchase!Fresh Roasted Coffee - Taste the amazing coffee that fuels us at https://lddy.no/1jquf & use the promo code CANWEPLEASEGET20 for 20% off your first purchase.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 213Protests & Policies
Mike & Nick on the protests that have happened across college campuses in America regarding the war in Gaza, plus, fmr. CNN political analyst and now running for Congress in NY's District 1, John Avlon stops by the pod to discuss why he is running for office, his district out in Long Island and why he felt the need to do something bigger than commenting on politics on tv.This episode is brought to you by - SeatGeek - NBA & NHL playoff tickets. Concerts. Comedy shows. SeatGeek has got the tickets! Use the promo code CANWEPLEASETALK at checkout to get $20 off that first purchase!Fresh Roasted Coffee - Taste the amazing coffee that fuels us at https://lddy.no/1jquf & use the promo code CANWEPLEASEGET20 for 20% off your first purchase.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 212"I, declare, immunity!"
Mike & Nick on the Supreme Court hearing oral arguments by fmr. President Trump's legal team on whether a President should have immunity from criminal prosecution, plus, Sr. Investigative reporter Nan Su joins the pod to discuss the U.S.'s relationship with China, why Taiwan is so valuable to the CCP, the recent TikTok bill ban in Congress & more.This episode is brought to you by - SeatGeek - You want tickets to the NBA & NHL playoff games? Want to go to a concert or comedy show? SeatGeek has the tickets! Use the promo code CANWEPLEASETALK at checkout to get $20 off your first purchase!Fresh Roasted Coffee - Taste the amazing coffee that fuels us at https://lddy.no/1i34i & use the promo code CANWEPLEASEGET20 for 20% off your first purchase.Better Sleep - Get a personalized sleep experience by visiting https://my.bettersleep.com/referral?ref=n2m0yje today!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 211If its Boeing, are you going?
Mike & Nick on the bipartisan $95 billion dollar security assistance package, signed by the House, to help Ukraine, Israel & Taiwan, what is in the bill & more, plus, we examine last week's Senate panels on Boeing, that involved whistleblower testimony about the true safety & manufacturing of Boeing airplanes.This episode is brought to you by - SeatGeek - NBA & NHL playoff tickets. Concerts. Comedy shows. SeatGeek has the tickets! Use the promo code CANWEPLEASETALK at checkout to get $20 off that first purchase!Fresh Roasted Coffee - Taste the amazing coffee that fuels us 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 210"Crossing the red line"
Reuters Pentagon correspondent Idrees Ali stops by the pod to discuss the recent missile & drone attack by Iran against Israel, how this came to happen, the recent events leading up to this & more, plus, Mike & Nick break down an unusual press conference involving the current Speaker of the House & the fmr. President.This episode is brought to you by - SeatGeek - NBA and NHL playoffs are starting soon and SeatGeek has the tickets! Use the promo code CANWEPLEASETALK to get $20 off that first purchase!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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 209"Legally speaking.." w/ Joseph Moreno
Mike is joined by guest co-host, fmr. federal prosecutor & tv contributor, Joseph Moreno, to discuss the state of the current cases against fmr. President Trump across the different states, the media's coverage, is the public "Trumped out" or not & more.This episode is brought to you by - SeatGeek - Your next best-night-ever is waiting. And SeatGeek has the tickets! Use the promo code CANWEPLEASETALK to get $20 off that purchase!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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 208The Key Bridge collapse
Mike & Nick on the latest from the Francis Scott Key bridge collapse last week in Baltimore, plus, Rep. Glenn Ivey (D-MD) joins the pod to discuss the accident, what he is hearing from local & state officials surrounding the ongoing investigation, plus, a look at some recent bills in Congress that have failed and passed.This episode is brought to you by - SeatGeek - Your next best-night-ever is waiting. And SeatGeek has the tickets! Use the promo code CANWEPLEASETALK to get $20 off that purchase!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.Kitcaster - To get booked on a podcast today, visit https://kitcaster.com/cwpt/ and sign up for free to get started!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 207Grand opening, grand closing
Mike & Nick on the government funding package passed this weekend, Marjorie Taylor Greene's motion to oust Speaker Mike Johnson, plus, Bloomberg News correspondent & author of 'Paper Soldiers: How The Weaponization of the Dollar Changed The World Order', Saleha Mohsin stops by to discuss her new book.This episode is brought to you by - SeatGeek - Your next best-night-ever is waiting. And SeatGeek has the tickets! Use the promo code CANWEPLEASETALK to get $20 off that purchase!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.Kitcaster. To get booked on a podcast today, visit https://kitcaster.com/cwpt/ and sign up for free to get started!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 206Tic Tok Toe..
Mike & Nick on the recent U.S. House of Representatives bill regarding TikTok, what this means for users, creators and will it pass in the Senate, plus, Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) stops by to discuss the bill, her vote on it, immigration policy and what she is hearing from constituents in Texas regarding this subject & more.This episode is brought to you by - SeatGeek - Your next best-night-ever is waiting. And SeatGeek has the tickets! Use the promo code CANWEPLEASETALK to get $20 off that purchase!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.Kitcaster. To get booked on a podcast today, visit https://kitcaster.com/cwpt/ and sign up for free to get started!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 205"We hear you, and we see you..."
Mike & Nick recap the week that was last week, from Super Tuesday to Pres. Biden's state of the union address, to Republican Senator Katie Britt's response, plus, Democrat Presidential candidate & winner of the American Samoa caucus, Jason Palmer stops by the pod to discuss his victory over Pres. Biden, his platform & message to voters, and the announcement of his new org called 'Together!'This episode is brought to you by - SeatGeek - Your next best-night-ever is waiting. And SeatGeek has the tickets! Use the promo code CANWEPLEASETALK to get $20 off that purchase!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.Kitcaster. To get booked on a podcast today, visit https://kitcaster.com/cwpt/ and sign up for free to get started!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 204The Super-est of Tuesdays
With Nick on vacay, Mike is joined by guest co-host, Fox News contributor & fmr. State Dept. spokesperson Marie Harf, as they look ahead to the Super Tuesday primaries, some things to watch across the states, plus, a look at the latest on the war in the Middle East between Israel & Hamas.This episode is brought to you by - SeatGeek - Your next best-night-ever is waiting, and SeatGeek has the tickets! Use the promo code CANWEPLEASETALK to get $20 off your purchase!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.To find out more about the Lily Rose foundation that Mike mentioned in the first segment and how you can donate, visit https://linktr.ee/liveforlilyrose?fbclid=PAAaZQwli16LI7yKTRS2yTS8e1CiCUhPL_8p5eJmJwUVdruS8egB0AGsmh44E_aem_AVBuaZ1VffvJlbtRa-KHu3ahWSYajQk-oxLMMYc67pgPWRnMdaOEOloLqVG6tE3KUEQSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 203"Throw in the damn towel!"
Mike & Nick on Nikki Haley's sinking campaign for President, Atlanta Journal-Constitution reporter Tamar Hallerman joins the pod to break down the latest in the motion to disqualify Georgia DA Fani Willis, the latest on the case overall & more.This episode is brought to you by - SeatGeek - Your next best-night-ever is waiting, and SeatGeek has the tickets! Use the promo code CANWEPLEASETALK to get $20 off that purchase!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.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.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 202"Get to stomping in my Trump Force Ones..."
Mike & Nick on the recent shooting at the Chiefs SB parade, fmr. Pres. Trump drops a new pair of kicks (that's a real sentence), plus, GZERO Media Sr. Editor Alex Kliment stops by to discuss the war in Ukraine, the death of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, Tucker Carlson's love of a Russian McDonald's & more.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 201Two gaffes for the price of one..
Mike & Nick on the age factor and recent gaffes by fmr. President Trump & President Biden, plus, fmr. attorney for fmr. President Trump, Timothy Parlatore joined us to break down the latest legal news surrounding his fmr. client, the special counsel report on Pres. Biden & more.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 first 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!Kitcaster. To get booked on a podcast today, visit https://kitcaster.com/cwpt/ and sign up for free to get started!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 200Anything can happen...
Mike & Nick on Pres. Biden's win in the SC primary, the Senate bipartisan immigration bill that won't make it out of the House, NY Times politics reporter Maya King joined us to talk about what she heard from voters in SC, plus, 'To LinkedIn or to Not LinkedIn' - we judge whether some things should be posted on LinkedIn.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 first purchase.Nerd Focus - The 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!Kitcaster - To get booked on a podcast today, visit https://kitcaster.com/cwpt/ and sign up for free to get started!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 199Somebody's gotta win! w/ Tara Palmeri!
Mike & Nick on the recent drone attack against U.S. soldiers in Jordan, the House impeachment articles against DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, plus, Puck News Sr. Political Correspondent & the host of the 'Somebody's Gotta Win' podcast, Tara Palmeri joins the pod to discuss the latest news & notes out of D.C. 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 first 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!Kitcaster - Want to be on a podcast? Visit http://www.kitcaster.com/cwpt and fill out the form to be featured on a podcast today!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 198Rapid Reaction - Trump wins New Hampshire
Mike & Nick are joined by fmr. Executive Director of the New Hampshire Republican Party & fmr. advisor to Gov. Chris Christie, Matt Mowers, to discuss fmr. President Trump's victory in the New Hampshire primary over Nikki Haley, plus, what comes next for this race.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 first purchase.Better Sleep - Get a personalized sleep experience by visiting https://my.bettersleep.com/referral?ref=n2m0yje 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!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 197"Ronnnnn, stop!"
Mike & Nick on FL gov. Ron DeSantis suspending his campaign, a preview of what to expect in the New Hampshire primary on the 23rd, plus, fmr. FBI special agent & author of 'The Queen of Cuba', Pete Lapp stops by to discuss his incredible new book & more.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 first purchase.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 196"So we on to the next one, on to the next one.."
Mike & Nick recap the Iowa caucus, what we learned, a look ahead at the New Hampshire primary & more.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 first purchase.Better Sleep - Get a personalized sleep experience by visiting https://my.bettersleep.com/referral?ref=n2m0yje today!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 195The word is "Fight, Fight, Fight for Iowa!"
Mike & Nick on the GOP presidential hopefuls final message to Iowa voters this week in town halls & debates, NPR politics reporter Ximena Bustillo stops by to examine the field, discuss what she is hearing on the campaign trail & more, plus, the incredible strength & courage of CNN's Sara Sidner in her battle with breast cancer. Visit https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/nbccedp/screenings.htm to find a screening program near you.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 first purchase.Better Sleep - Get a personalized sleep experience by visiting https://my.bettersleep.com/referral?ref=n2m0yje 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!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 194The courts or the ballot box?
Mike & Nick are joined by UNC Law Professor & author of 'The Law of Presidential Impeachment: A Guide for the Engaged Citizen', Michael Gerhardt to examine the rulings in Colorado & Maine to remove fmr. President Trump off of the respective state's ballots, the House impeachment inquiry into President Biden, plus, a look at the recent resignation by Harvard President Claudine Gay.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 first purchase.Better Sleep - Get a personalized sleep experience for being a CWPT listener by visiting https://my.bettersleep.com/referral?ref=n2m0yje today!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 193The 2023 Yearender
Mike & Nick recap the year that was on the pod. From CNN's Jake Tapper, authors Luke Russert & Nora Neus, to MSNBC's Mehdi Hasan, join us for a look back at the guests & topics covered on the show in 2023. Happy New Year!We are sponsored 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 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 first purchase.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 192Can We Please Talk? & 'This Week Explained'
Mike & Nick are joined by the hosts of the geopolitics podcast 'This Week Explained', Tiana & Kervin Aucoin to discuss the Colorado Supreme Court's ruling on removing fmr. President Trump from the state's ballot, the comments by Chinese President Xi Jinping about reunifying Taiwan & more.This episode is brought to you by - BetterHelp - If you're thinking of starting therapy, we truly want you to give BetterHelp a try by going to betterhelp.com/canwepleasetalk and you'll get 10% off your first month just for being a CWPT listener.Fresh Roasted Coffee - Give some of the best tasting coffee as a present to friends & family this season by going to https://lddy.no/1i34i & using the promo code CANWEPLEASEGET20 for 20% off your purchase!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 191"May I inquire further?.."
Mike & Nick on the U.S. House of Representatives opening an impeachment inquiry into President Biden, plus, the Can I Talk? segment is back as Mike & Nick get five minutes each, uninterrupted, to go off on something that's been bugging them.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 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 190'CWPT = Great'
Mike is joined by guest co-host, fmr. State Dept. spokesperson, advisor to Sec. Kerry & Fox News contributor Marie Harf to break down the latest in the Israel-Hamas war, the mass shooting on the campus of UNLV, the fourth GOP presidential debate that happened last week, a look at the 2024 election cycle & 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 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.Better Sleep - Get a personalized sleep experience by visiting https://my.bettersleep.com/referral?ref=n2m0yje today!Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 189A special report: The Israel-Hamas war
In this special episode, Mike is joined by PBS NewsHour special correspondent Leila Molana-Allen to break down the Israel-Hamas war, her reporting from the region, the U.S.'s involvement, the media's coverage of it & more.This episode is brought to you by - BetterHelp - If you are thinking of starting therapy, we want you to give BetterHelp a try. Get 10% off your first month by visiting betterhelp.com/canwepleasetalk 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 188Can you fill me in?
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 187A truce we all hope lasts
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 186"How bout you stand your butt up??"
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 185"Money pleaseee!"
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 184"Who's playing for second?"
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 183Our Maine focus
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 182"Holla we want Speaker, we want Speaker, yeah..."
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 181No end in sight
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 180We are at war.
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 179Crisis averted...for now
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 178Straight gold bars homey
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 177"You reach, I impeach.."
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 176Another "milktoast" episode
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 175Countdown to shutdown
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 174Jacksonville, UNC, GOP
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ep 173Let's get readyyy to debateee!
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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.