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It’s now been more than 400 days since Hamas attacked Israel on October 7th, 2023, killing more than 1200 people, and kidnapping more 250 others, including Israelis and foreign nationals. Of those, there are still seven Americans being held, four of whom are believed to be alive— including now-22 year old Omer Neutra, who grew up on Long Island in New York.  With about two months until President-e...

Donald Trump’s overwhelming victory has reshaped the political landscape, as he broke into some of the traditional Democratic voting blocs.  In today’s episode, reporters Peter Hamby and Tara Palmeri of Puck share insights from their extensive campaign coverage, analyzing where Kamala Harris’s campaign strategy faltered and what Trump got right. We also debate how the media did, and what stories t...

The eve of the election brings high tensions, and Sharon McMahon is back on the podcast to help calm nerves. Mosheh and Sharon did an Instagram Live Monday night to answer community questions and talk about the state of American politics. Known for her @sharonsayso Instagram account, Sharon shares her perspective on the state of American democracy, ways we can all work to unify the country, and ti...

Subscribe to The Dispatch As the election approaches, partisans on both sides are bracing for what they view as potential disaster—whether it’s a Trump or Harris victory.  But are these fears justified? The short answer: no.  Conservative writer Jonah Goldberg, host of The Remnant podcast and author of The G-File newsletter, joins us with a unique take on the 2024 election landscape and his predic...

Wall Street and the economy are bracing for the 2024 election.  The co-hosts of The Wall Street Skinny podcast, Jen Saarbach and Kristen Kelly, join us to break down the potential outcomes: What could a Harris administration or another Trump term mean for Wall Street's outlook and the overall economy.  In this episode, we dive into a variety of topics, from the inner workings of the electoral coll...

With the election fast approaching, Americans are once again questioning whether they can trust the polls.  After significant misses in 2016 and 2020, many are wondering if pollsters have a better sense this time of who will be voting.  In this episode, Mosheh talks with polling legend Scott Keeter, senior survey advisor at Pew Research Center, to explore the accuracy of modern polling, what has g...

Prescription drug prices in America have become a major issue, with Americans paying more for medications than any other country in the world. In this episode, we break down the intricate web of players in the industry, from insurance companies to pharmacy benefit managers and pharmacies. We're joined by Joseph Kleiman, CFO & COO of BuzzRx, to discuss potential solutions, emerging drug trends, and...

As communities recover from the devastation of hurricanes Helene and Milton, FEMA’s response is under intense scrutiny. Acting Associate Administrator for Response and Recovery, Keith Turi, joins us to discuss the agency’s efforts, lessons learned from recent disasters, and how they plan to improve.  Turi, who has been with FEMA for nearly two decades, helps break down the role of the agency and t...

As AmeriCorps marks its 30th anniversary, CEO Michael Smith, joins the Mo News podcast to discuss the state of volunteerism in America. We explore the recent decline in volunteerism and how AmeriCorps is working to provide opportunities for millions of Americans—ages 18 to 80 and up—to get involved. We also delve into the surprising health benefits of volunteering, especially as the country faces...

Meta has recently rolled out new teen accounts on Instagram, introducing enhanced safety measures, privacy controls, and parental oversight tools aimed at protecting younger users.  With Meta facing heightened scrutiny from educators, parents, and the US government, we spoke with Naomi Gleit, Meta’s head of product, to dive into the details of these changes.  We had the chance to ask her several q...

This week, more than 130 heads of state or government, dozens of deputy prime ministers, and over 40 ministers will meet at the UN General Assembly (UNGA).  So what exactly is UNGA? And 78 years later, why is the UN still relevant?  We sat down with Ambassador Thomas-Greenfield at her residence across the street from the UN to talk about all the global challenges, including climate change, Russia’...

This episode is all about answering your questions about Electric Vehicles, lithium and clean energy. Mosheh sits down with EnergyX Founder and CEO Teague Egan to discuss the future of energy and the groundbreaking innovations in the lithium marketplace.  As the global demand for EVs skyrockets, EnergyX has developed cutting-edge technology to refine lithium much faster and more efficiently—critic...

Sharon McMahon joins us for a fun conversation about American history and the insights from her new book, The Small and the Mighty. She tells the story of 12 American heroes you've likely never heard of—yet their impact on the country is undeniable.  We explore the stories of these unsung figures and discuss how every individual can make a positive difference in shaping America’s future. Bottom li...

We all dream about what life might be like if we were not connected 24/7 to our phones. Well, Carlos Whittaker did it! We sit down with Carlos to discuss his new book, "Reconnected," which chronicles his journey of going tech-free and living with monks and the Amish. Carlos shares his transformative experience, including the challenges of tech withdrawal, the things he missed and didn’t miss the m...

As the Democrats gather to formally nominate Kamala Harris in Chicago, we’re joined by Puck's John Heilemann and Peter Hamby to break down the wild twists and turns of the campaign over the last six weeks. We have never seen anything like this.  From the pivotal debate to Biden's unexpected dropout, Harris's sudden rise, the assassination attempt, and the current challenges for the Trump campaign,...

Sponsor: – LMNT – Free Sample Pack with any LMNT drink mix purchase We sit down with journalist and author Clara Bingham to discuss her new book, "The Movement," chronicling the women's liberation movement of the 60s and 70s.  Clara reveals how centuries of societal and gender norms were overturned in just a few years, leading to significant progress for women in sports, politics, business, and at...

As the White House contends with crises around the world, and a growing population of Americans intrigued about isolationism, we discuss the state of US foreign policy. Today’s conversation is with Jim Sciutto, CNN Anchor & Chief National Security Analyst, and author of the New York Times bestseller "The Return of Great Powers."  We delve into China's ambitions to reshape the world order, their po...

7 Countries, 26 People. We saw the largest prisoner exchange between the West and Russia since the Cold War last week. We thought there was no one better to sit down with to explain how this went down than longtime negotiator, Mickey Bergman. He joined the podcast last month to talk about his new book, "In the Shadows,” where he shared gripping stories from his high-stakes talks to free American h...

We speak with the award-winning, historical author Erik Larson about his new book, "The Demon of Unrest,” focused on the months leading up to the American Civil War. We discuss how the book delves into the origins of the war, whether anything could have been done to prevent it, the crises over electoral vote certification and inauguration, and the striking parallels to January 6, 2021. We discuss...

We get an exclusive glimpse in this episode into how the US goes about freeing innocent Americans being held in foreign prisons. Mosheh sits down with Mickey Bergman to discuss his new book, "In the Shadows." Bergman is a longtime hostage negotiator, and shares gripping stories from his high-stakes negotiations to free American hostages from Iran, North Korea, and Russia.  Bergman offers a firstha...

To get an inside look at the current geopolitical landscape — from combating Russia to how the US views the challenge from China— Mosheh sat down with Derek Chollet, who was recently appointed Chief of Staff to Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin. We discussed how long the war in Ukraine might last, the effort to combat increasing Chinese aggression, the state of the threat from Iran and how the US...

Mosheh sits down with legendary NBC executive Bonnie Hammer to discuss her new book, “15 Lies Women Are Told at Work: And the Truth We Need to Succeed.”  Bonnie shares candid advice and insights on the misconceptions women (and men) face in the workplace, debunking common advice like "follow your dreams,” “trust your gut," "good things come to those who wait," and "fake it till you make it." She a...

In this special episode, Mosheh sits down with CBS News Chief Legal Correspondent Jan Crawford to break down the landmark presidential immunity ruling and its implications for Trump and presidential power.  Crawford, who has over three decades of experience covering the court, provides expert analysis of the significant decision amid a lot of hyperbolic statements about what it means.. Her message...

In this episode, Mosheh and Jill Wagner sit down with Emmanuel Acho and Noa Tishby to discuss their new best-selling book, "Uncomfortable Conversations With A Jew." They explore the origins of the book and dive into topics such as the history of Jewish stereotypes, Black-Jewish relations and Zionism. Acho, a former NFL player known for his anti-racism work, and Tishby, a Jewish activist, share the...

In this special joint podcast episode, Mo News teams up with Tara Palmieri from Puck’s "Somebody's Gotta Win" political podcast to dissect the fallout from the first Biden-Trump debate.  We dive into the Democratic party freak-out over President Biden's performance and the swirling talk of a potential switch at the top of the ticket as the Democratic convention approaches. How realistic is that, a...