Dad, Did We Just Break America?

How did we get to a point where the world seems more willing to condemn the people fighting terrorism than the people responsible for it? There was something almost surreal about watching the United Nations General Assembly this year. The president of Iran stood before the world representing a regime that brutally represses its own people, funds and arms terrorists, threatens Israel’s existence, a...

New York City is having one of its safest years on record—or at least, that’s what the numbers say. Murders are at historic lows. Shootings are down. Major crime is falling. And yet, another stabbing, assault, or seemingly random act of violence seems to make the news almost every day. So, what exactly are the numbers measuring? This week, we talk about the New York we actually live in; and why it...

Macklemore has never been shy about mixing music and politics. But after bringing his pro-Palestinian activism to the stage during Ed Sheeran’s stadium tour, the fallout quickly became bigger than the performance itself. What happened at MetLife ignited a much larger fight over Macklemore’s activism, accusations of antisemitism, and where political expression ends and something more troubling begi...

Twenty-five years after September 11, America remembers a day that changed the country forever. But as the generation that lived through it gets older, a new one is growing up with no memory of the attacks—and, in too many cases, without a clear understanding of what actually happened. In this episode, we talk about the growing disconnect between 9/11 as lived history and 9/11 as it is taught toda...

How many times should John Galliano have to pay for the same crime? Fifteen years after antisemitic and racist remarks destroyed his reputation and career, Galliano is still being asked to pay for them. He was convicted. He was disgraced. He lost nearly everything. He apologized, got sober, rebuilt his life and career, and spent more than a decade living with what he did. If that still isn’t enoug...

Ken W. Good has spent decades at the center of America’s debate over bail and criminal justice. An attorney specializing in bail law, Ken has argued cases before the Supreme Court of Texas, the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. He serves on the Board of Directors of the Professional Bondsmen of Texas and is the author of Good’s on Bail , a practi...

Something a little different this week. Skylar and Corey step away from the usual conversation to share something much more personal. For 15½ years, Hollywood was part of their family. In this short conversation, they talk about the place he held in their lives, the memories that stay with them, and what it means to say goodbye. Originally recorded as part of another conversation, this one felt li...

America’s literacy problem is bigger than bad grades. On this week’s episode, Skylar and Corey dig into the numbers behind declining reading and math proficiency and ask how we got here. From changing teaching methods and students moving through school without mastering basic skills to the growing influence of smartphones and social media, this episode looks at what happens when the fundamentals s...

America feels more divided than ever. Trust in our institutions is falling, political polarization is rising, and many Americans have lost faith that the system can still work. This week, we sit down with Tom Joseph, founder of America's Mainstreet Party, to discuss why he believes the two-party system is failing—and what he thinks should replace it. We talk about his vision for a new political mo...

Anthony Fauci pleaded the Fifth 111 times. For years, Anthony Fauci wasn't merely a public health official. He was elevated into something far more powerful: "the science." His recommendations reshaped daily life and influenced government policy. Anyone who challenged him risked being branded dangerous, censored, deplatformed, treated as an enemy. Now, years after the pandemic, that same man retur...

Are we getting the full picture... or even half of it? This week, we reflect on the sudden passing of Senator Lindsey Graham, the legacy he leaves behind, and what his death represents for a generation of conservative leadership. We also discuss the latest developments in the Charlie Kirk case following the probable cause hearing. As new details emerge, so do new questions—not just about the case...

Part 2 of our conversation with Ira Kohler dives into the conversations we knew deserved more time. We discuss the realities of fighting in Gaza, his friendship with Omer Neutra, returning to an America changed by the aftermath of October 7, and the rise in antisemitism. After serving more than 100 days in combat following the October 7 attacks, Ira reflects on the realities of urban warfare and h...

This week, we're joined by Ira Kohler. Raised on Long Island, Ira chose to move to Israel, enlist in the IDF, and serve as a paratrooper. In Part One of our conversation, he shares the journey that led him there, what it was really like to serve in the IDF, his firsthand account of October 7, and what it was like spending more than 100 days fighting in Gaza. His memoir, Once a Paratrooper , is an...

After 250 years, how is the American experiment holding up? On the eve of America's 250th birthday, Skylar and Corey take a step back from the headlines to reflect on the country itself. Would the Founding Fathers recognize the nation they created? Why have so many Americans become reluctant to say they're proud of their country? And when did patriotism start feeling like something people have to...

How much should we expect from the people we elect to lead us? This episode was inspired by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's remarks describing AIPAC and its supporters as "monsters," but the conversation quickly becomes about something much larger. Skylar and Corey ask whether we've crossed a line in American politics; stopping our expectation that elected officials should represent the best...

A few hours before recording, Skylar paid extra to have spicy tuna crispy rice delivered. When Corey found out, he reacted the way only a father can: by questioning modern society, convenience culture, and whether he had somehow failed as a parent. That simple decision sparked a much bigger conversation. This week, Skylar and Corey discuss how convenience has become one of the defining features of...

As the NBA Finals captivate the country and the New York Knicks find themselves at the center of the sports world, one thing has become clear: people are hungry for a shared victory. In this episode, Skylar and Corey explore why the Knicks' playoff run has become about more than basketball. As New Yorkers rally behind their team, the city is experiencing something increasingly rare: a moment of co...

What happened to owning things? From Netflix and Amazon Prime to cloud storage, software, and even household products, we're living in a world built on subscriptions. What started as convenience has quietly become a system where we're paying more every month while owning less than ever before. In this episode, Skylar and Corey explore the rise of the subscription economy, why companies want everyt...

Everyone talks about free healthcare, free college, and equality — but nobody talks about the cost. This week, Skylar & Corey break down the truth about democratic socialism, political hypocrisy, media narratives, and why so many Americans are buying into ideas that sound good on paper but fail in reality. #podcast #politics #democraticsocialism #socialism #capitalism #news #culture #media #am...

Why does getting basic healthcare in America feel impossible? In this episode, Skylar and Corey unpack the frustration millions experience navigating insurance denials, delayed care, prescription problems, and a system that often feels designed to wear patients down. Through personal stories and blunt conversation, they explore how hospitals, insurance companies, and bureaucracy have transformed h...

Skylar and Corey examine the growing wave of demonstrations targeting Jewish neighborhoods in NYC, the escalation of antisemitic incidents, and the increasing normalization of hostility and violence against Jews in public spaces. The episode breaks down how political rhetoric, social media narratives, and global conflicts like the Israel-Hamas war are intensifying tensions on the ground, while bro...

In this episode, Skylar and Corey explore what happens when people can’t even agree on what actually happened. After being in NYC as a pro-Palestine protest was forming, Skylar shares her firsthand experience on the ground — including police presence, conversations with officers, and how quickly the same moment turned into completely different narratives online. From there, the conversation opens...

Something about this moment feels different... and not in a good way. Skylar and Corey break down a disturbing incident in Washington, at The White House Correspondence Dinner, and follow the thread outward. From security failures to media reactions, from late-night comedy to a culture that seems increasingly comfortable with extremes... At what point did this start to feel normal? And how do peop...

Are we slowly losing our humanity to artificial intelligence? Skylar and Corey dive into the real-world impact of AI’s rapid rise, and why it’s starting to feel impossible to ignore. From healthcare systems using AI in critical decisions, to job automation changing entire industries, to social media algorithms shaping how we think and feel, the future is already here. They also explore one of the...

This week on the podcast, we break down what can only be described as “Resignation Week.” A cascade of scandals, controversies, and eyebrow-raising behavior has put Congress under a microscope… and the picture isn’t pretty. From allegations of sexual misconduct to moments that feel more like political theater than public service, we unpack the stories dominating headlines and the deeper patterns t...