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Eli Lake & How "Safety-ism" Is Threatening Journalism Oct 11, 2024

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CBS News has made headlines this week, from reports of CBS leadership reprimanding 'CBS Mornings' anchor Tony Dokoupil for challenging author Ta-Nehisi Coates' views on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, to the questionable editing of Vice President Kamala Harris' interview on '60 Minutes.' Columnist for The Free Press Eli Lake weighs in onwhy these instances have become so prevalent in the news cycle, and how they reflect a much deeper problem growing in journalism: the move away from objectivity.

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Former PM Boris Johnson On Where the US & UK Stand On Israel Oct 09, 2024

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As tensions continue to escalate between Israel and Iran, there are mixed opinions regarding whether Israel should target Iran's nuclear facilities. President Biden urges Israel to not go after these systems while former President Trump claims they are the first thing that should be targeted. Martha sits down with former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson to discuss the thought process behind both of these view points, the political dynamics between the U.S., the U.K., and Israel as they stand against mutual adversaries, and how he feels about the current British government under Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

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"The Greatest Battlefield Lifesaver in History": General Patrick Henry Brady Oct 04, 2024

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On this special episode, Martha joins live from the Congressional Medal of Honor Society's Gala in San Antonio, Texas — an annual event dedicated to honoring Medal of Honor recipients and those in the community who ensure these heroes' stories continue being told.

She sits down with the Board President of this year's gala, Dan Pedrotti Jr., and Medal of Honor recipient General Patrick Henry Brady, who's known as "the greatest battlefield lifesaver in history," as he discusses the heroic acts that led to him receiving 85 medals for combat and valor. General Brady and Dan also share the work they're doing in schools across the country that aims to teach young people about the values of courage, sacrifice, and patriotism.

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An Untold Story Classic: Analyzing the Life of O.J. Simpson Oct 04, 2024

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On October 3rd, 1995, O.J. Simpson was acquitted of murder in Los

Angeles — the result of a historic trial that would transform the media and

America in a way that remains impactful 29 years later. To look back on the

life, trial, and ultimately death of O.J. Simpson, Martha is revisiting her

conversation with the host of the 'Kennedy Saves the World' podcast, Kennedy,

where she shares her memories of the O.J. case as someone who has reported on

it throughout her career. They also weigh in on the allegations brought against

Sean "Diddy" Combs, and how Kennedy feels about them in light of her

having met Combs many times.

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Decency & Policy Take Center Stage at the Vice Presidential Debate Oct 02, 2024

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Ohio Senator JD Vance and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz went

head-to-head at the CBS News Vice Presidential debate last night, as both of

the Vice Presidential candidates introduced themselves to voters who may be

unfamiliar with who they are and what they stand for. Both candidates

prioritized policy throughout the night, getting into a few spats but

ultimately maintaining mutual respect — focusing more on issues than attacking

one another. Now the important questions remain: how did the candidates'

messages sit with voters, and does this debate have the ability to move the

needle with less than 35 days until the election?

Martha sits down for a post-debate panel discussion to

discuss the key moments of the night, who they believe ultimately came out on

top, and their reactions to the vice presidential candidates exhibiting respect

and decorum throughout the debate.

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"You Can't Make This Up": Mayor Eric Adams' Indictment & Sean 'Diddy' Combs Taken to Jail Sep 27, 2024

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New York City is making headlines even more than usual after Sean 'Diddy' Combs was jailed in Brooklyn facing horrific sexual assault allegations, and now, New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been indicted on five federal charges of bribery, soliciting illegal foreign campaign donations, and fraud. You may have seen the headlines, but both cases are complex — so Martha sits down with New York Post reporter Jon Levine to break down the details of each case and where things might go moving forward.

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Drea De Matteo Opens Up About The Sopranos & Hollywood Losing Its Way Sep 25, 2024

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Known for her role as Adriana on 'The Sopranos,' actress Drea De Matteo is no stranger to being part of something groundbreaking. After watching corruption and corporatism consume the entertainment industry she was once so connected to, she now says she's looking to make history again — but this time, not by being on screen.

Drea De Matteo shares how she believes the moral downfall she witnessed in Hollywood directly reflects the corruption she sees in society, and why she's using her platform to fight for truth, the inspiration behind her new clothing brand, Ultrafree, and the rebuilding of the "American Dream".

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Israel Infiltrates Hezbollah Pagers, Where Does A Ceasefire Stand? Sep 20, 2024

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Israel's latest intelligence operation infiltrated pagers owned by

Hezbollah operatives, causing them to explode in Beirut -- revealing how

sophisticated Israel's intelligence capabilities are. As the world ponders how

Israel was able to do this, the other pressing question revolves around how

Hezbollah will respond to this significant attack.

Author & senior writer at the National Review Noah Rothman breaks

down how this attack impacts the conflict in the Middle East on a grand scale,

why he believes Iran may have successfully been shaken by the operation, and

the U.S.'s response to it.

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The Fight for Independent Voters Continues On the Campaign Trail Sep 18, 2024

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It's been two weeks since former President Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris met on the debate stage. Now that a bit of time has passed and new polls have been conducted, how did the debate influence voters, and how else will the candidates vie for undecided voters' support? Martha sits down with Maslansky+Partners President, language strategist, and pollster Lee Carter to dig into recent polling data, discuss what messaging she believes is effective in persuading voters, and the critical role social media is playing in shaping voter perceptions.

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'I Liked You Until. . .' Kat Timpf On How Binary Thinking Divides Us Sep 13, 2024

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Why is it that when two people with opposing political views get along, it shocks both of them? Could it be because politics don't have to determine friendships? Or that it may be even better to have friends who don't think the exact same as us? Well, 'Gutfeld!' Co-Host Kat Timpf is here to remind readers about the dangers of divisiveness in her new book, I Used To Like You Until. . .How Binary Thinking Divides Us.

Today, Kat shares how her personal experiences and journey with her mental health heavily influenced her second book. She also discusses how it feels being pregnant during such a chaotic time in American history and what it's like juggling intense excitement with the fear of her identity changing as she steps into motherhood.

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