The Don Lemon Show

The Democratic Party can't seem to learn from their mistakes. They consistently choose to promote candidates that many in the party feel are out of touch rather than amplifying the voices of young, talented lawmakers like Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Are Dems choosing the right strategy? How can they win moving forward? Tune in for Don's take! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After last week's government shutdown drama, many are questioning who is actually calling the shots. Is Elon really making the decisions? Is Trump jealous of the attention Musk is receiving? Join Don to break it all down! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The House Ethics report on Matt Gaetz has been released, and it is shocking. The report details illicit drug use, illegal activity, and sex with a minor, among other things. Join Don at 10am ET to break it all down! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

House Republicans STILL have not been able to reach a deal to avoid a government shutdown. With the deadline only hours away, the odds are high that they will not succeed. Can the shutdown be avoided? Join Don to break it all down! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

House republicans are still struggling to agree on a plan to avoid a government shutdown. With the deadline looming, it looks like a shutdown may be imminent. Can republicans reach a deal? Join Don to break it all down! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A government shutdown is looming after republicans rejected a plan from House Speaker Mike Johnson for a three month funding extension. This rejection came after some harsh criticism from Elon Musk. Can a shutdown be avoided? And who is calling the shots? Tune in for Don's take! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A government shutdown is looming after republicans rejected a plan from House Speaker Mike Johnson for a three month funding extension. But where is this rejection coming from? After Elon Musk harshly criticized the bill, Trump and others piled on. Is a government shutdown inevitable? And who is really in charge? Join Don to break it all down! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Luigi Mangione has been charged with murder for the United Healthcare CEO killing. Still, many Americans find themselves relating more with him than with the victim. And this sentiment seems to cross the left-right political divide. So what is it that people relate to? Tune in for Don's take! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Good morning Lemonheads! RFK Jr.'s possible nomination means that many conspiracy theories about healthcare have come to the mainstream media. Which vaccines does he want to get rid of? What is his experience with vaccines in the past? Could polio come back? Tune in to discuss! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ratings for corporate media are plummeting along with their viewership. With ABC's recent decision to settle a lawsuit with Donald Trump and the hosts of Morning Joe choosing to visit with him, many are critical of the media's credibility and authenticity. Tune in for Don's take! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ABC has settled a defamation suit with Donald Trump over their language surrounding the E. Jean Carroll case, agreeing to pay out $15 million. Should they have fought this suit? Is ABC complying in advance? Join Don and Monique Pressley to break it all down! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, there was yet another school shooting, this time at the Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisconsin. So far, 3 people are dead, and many are struggling to make sense of such a horrific tragedy. All the while, the drone sightings in New Jersey and nearby states continue to emerge, leaving residents confused and suspicious. What are these flying objects? And how is the government responding? Join Don and some of our Lemon Legends to break it all down! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The sexual assault allegations brought against Jay-Z are facing criticism due to a number of inconsistencies in the claims. Does this mean Jay-Z is off the hook? And how will this impact his career? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Good morning Lemon Nation! Jay-Z's accuser came forward for an interview with NBC, acknowledging several inconsistencies in her story. Meanwhile, ABC has settled a defamation suit with Donald Trump over their language surrounding the E. Jean Carroll case. Should they have fought this suit? Is ABC complying in advance? And what is next in the Jay-Z case? Join Don and DJ Vlad to break down all the Hot Topics of the day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Luxury real estate agents and brothers have been charged with sex trafficking in New York City. The charges are horrific and span more than a decade. What can we expect next in this horrifying case? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don sits down with Derrick B. Harden, co-director and star of the new comedy/drama indie film, "The Black Sea." Derrick dives into his journey creating the film with co-director Crystal Moselle and opens up about his view of the American political landscape right now. Tune in for a fascinating conversation you won't want to miss! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The recent shooting of a healthcare CEO has led many on social media to express their deep issues with America’s privatized healthcare industry. But does this justify celebrating a man's death? Why do so many Americans feel helpless when it comes to healthcare? And where do we go from here? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Good morning Lemon Nation! What a week! What is happening with the CEO shooter? And how is MAGA feeling about Trump's policies now that the election is over? Join Don to break down all the Hot Topics of the day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don is joined by New York Times National Politics Reporter and Host of The Run-Up podcast, Astead Herndon to break down the strategy behind the Democratic Party in the 2024 election. Where did they go wrong? What should they do next? Tune in for a conversation you won't want to miss! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Christopher Wray has announced that he will be resigning as FBI director before Trump takes office, making way for Kash Patel to take over. Meanwhile, Pete Hegseth is attempting to gain support among GOP senators. Will Hegseth be confirmed? What can we expect from a Kash Patel led FBI? And what is the latest with the CEO Shooter, Luigi Mangione? Join Don to break down all the Hot Topics of the day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don sits down with TMZ Executive Producer Charles Latibeaudiere to break down the sexual assault allegations against Jay-Z. What are the details of the accusation? What does this mean for the future of Jay-Z's career? Tune in to hear Don and Charles break it all down! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jay-Z is facing allegations of sexual assault against a 13 year old girl. He has denied these claims, asking to have the case dismissed and the accuser's name made public. What does this mean for the future of Jay-Z's career? How was Diddy involved? Tune in to hear Don break it all down! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Police have apprehended the man they believe to be the United Healthcare CEO shooter, Luigi Mangione. While being escorted into court today, he yelled to the media, "Completely out of touch... it's an insult to the intelligence of the American people." What was his motivation? And what role will public sentiment play in the days to come? Join Don and the Host of The Bulwark Podcast, Tim Miller, to break it all down! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey there LemonNation! The UnitedHealth CEO shooter, Luigi Mangione, has been caught. What were his motives? What do we know about him? Tune in to join in the discussion! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Police have apprehended a man they believe to be the United Healthcare CEO shooter. How is the internet reacting? What does this overwhelming sentiment say about healthcare in the United States? Join Don to break it all down! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Good Morning Lemonheads! Donald Trump gave his first post-election TV interview on Meet The Press, saying that members of the January 6th Commission should be jailed, and that his health care plan is still at the "conception of a plan" stage. Tune in today to find out what else was said! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everyone had an opinion on President Joe Biden's pardon for his son, Hunter. But what about other pardons? The Trump administration has promised to go after quite a few others in Biden's circle and beyond. Should Biden issue preemptive pardons? Tune in to hear all about it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson is leading many to take a deep look at the American Healthcare system. With the killer still on the lose, police are looking for clues that could lead to his arrest. Meanwhile, Pete Hegseth is still in the spotlight, with countless senators looking for any reason to defend him. Will he be confirmed? Or will Trump replace him with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis? Tune in to hear about all this and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Don Lemon sits down with author and former CEO & Chairman of Google, Eric Schmidt for a look at the future of artificial intelligence. They discuss the benefits and perils of the technology, the necessity of accurate journalism, and even the future of humanity in space. Tune in for an enlightening conversation you won't want to miss! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Good Morning Lemon heads! Cable news continues to treat the incoming Trump administration in different ways. Recently on Morning Joe, Mika Brzezinski gave an on-air apology to Fox News because of a guest's defamatory comment about Pete Hegseth. Is the media afraid of MAGA? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There is trouble in Trump land. Can these cabinet picks get any worse?! Join Don for his take! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Good Morning Lemon Nation! Donald Trump's pick for Defense Secretary, Pete Hegseth, is facing increasing concerns from members of congress. There are reports that Trump is considering replacing him with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. Will Trump replace Hegseth? What would DeSantis bring to the role? Tune in to hear Don break it all down! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey there Lemon Heads! Join Don this evening for an in depth look at the toxicity of cable news culture and its potential impact on the mental health of those involved. Don sits down with journalist, author, and news anchor Kendis Gibson to discuss his experience with the industry and his new book, "Five Trips: An Investigative Journey into Mental Health, Psychedelic Healing, and Saving a Life." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Good Morning Lemonheads! President Joe Biden pardoned his son Hunter, and MAGA is not happy about it. Was this the right thing to do? And why is everyone so upset with Biden's decision? This morning, Don is joined by political commentator, author, and former White House aide to President Bill Clinton, Keith Boykin. Join them to break it all down! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People can't stop talking about President Joe Biden's pardon for his son, Hunter. And everyone has an opinion. Was it the right thing to do? How will this play out politically? Does MAGA have any right to criticize Joe Biden's decision? Don is joined by Tara Setmayer to break it all down! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People can't stop talking about President Joe Biden's pardon for his son, Hunter. And everyone has an opinion. Was it the right thing to do? How will this play out politically? Does MAGA have any right to criticize Joe Biden's decision? Tune in to hear all about it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Good Morning Lemonheads! Joe Biden is pardoning his son Hunter despite previously saying he would not do so. Was this the right thing to do? Will this impact his legacy? Join Don this morning to break it all down! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After the 2024 Presidential Election, much of America is feeling exhausted, turning away from broadcast news and political updates. But with Thanksgiving on the horizon, it may be impossible to avoid. We have all been to family gatherings that lead to heated political arguments. Don is joined by author, spiritual teacher, and life coach, Rev. Dr. Iyanla Vanzant to help guide us in setting boundaries and having a peaceful, conflict-free Thanksgiving. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The White House announced yesterday that President Joe Biden will be attending Donald Trump's inauguration. But should he? Tune in for Don's Hot Take! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey there Lemon Heads! Join Don this evening to dive into all the biggest news of the day. With all the buzz surrounding the presidential election and Donald Trump's outrageous cabinet picks, it has been easy to overlook more local political races. New York City's 2025 mayoral race is shaping up, with some familiar names in the running. Tonight, Don is joined by one of such candidates, long-time Democratic party donor Whitney Tilson. Tune in for a conversation you won't want to miss! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Good Morning Lemonheads! Is Donald Trump above the law? Jack Smith is dropping his federal criminal cases against him. Will Trump ever face consequences for his crimes? Join Don this morning to break it all down! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey there Lemon Heads! Join Don this evening to dive into all the biggest news of the day. Many expected a Trump win to trigger a media boom, but that has not happened. Viewers are turning away from cable news channels, and sometimes turning off news notifications altogether. Is this the end of cable news? What are viewers consuming instead? Tune in to hear all of this and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Donald Trump has been nominating many unqualified people to fill his cabinet, but one in particular is standing out for his conspiracy theories. Will RFK be the next Secretary of Health and Human Services? How dangerous is he? Tune in for Don's Hot Take! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy Friday Lemonheads! We have a great show for you today: Cenk Uygur from The Young Turks is here to talk about all that happened during this very busy week. We'll talk everything from Matt Gaetz dropping out as Trump's AG pick, Pam Bondi replacing him, Nancy Mace's continuous attack on Sarah McBride and trans rights, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey Lemonheads! Donald Trump continues to nominate loyalists with creepy allegations. With Matt Gaetz withdrawing from his nomination, it leaves us wondering: how many will make it through to confirmation? Join Don to break it all down! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey there Lemon Heads! Join Don this evening to dive into all the biggest news of the day. Donald Trump has been making waves with his divisive cabinet picks, but it looks like he won't be getting exactly what he wants. Matt Gaetz has withdrawn from consideration for Attorney General. Who will Trump turn to now? Could the overwhelming opposition to Gaetz as AG have influenced his decision to step down? Tune in to hear all of this and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Donald Trump continues to make outlandish and divisive cabinet picks, much of America is trying to get a handle on what we can expect once Trump takes office. Will his picks receive senate confirmation? Will they even need to? And what about these accusations against Pete Hegseth? Join Don this morning to break it all down! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey there Lemon Heads! Join Don to discuss Trump's ongoing streak of dangerous cabinet picks. What can we expect from Dr. Oz on Medicare and Medicaid? How will Linda McMahon transform the Department of Education? Tune in to hear all of this and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rep. Nancy Mace is pushing her anti-trans bathroom bill in an attempt to target Rep. Sarah McBride. How are other members of congress feeling about this? And what does this say about the nation's position on trans rights? Join Don this morning to break it all down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey there Lemon Heads! Join Don to discuss Trump's ongoing streak of problematic cabinet picks. Would Matt Gaetz make it through Senate confirmation? Let's talk about it and much more tonight on Lemon Live! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices