The Fall of America and What Comes Next

Hold the Mic is hosted by longtime friends Ryan Shead and Ian Sherman, tackling today’s most pressing political and social issues with passion, integrity, and authenticity.With roots in Detroit, their lives now span from New York City to Arizona. Ryan and Ian use their experiences and diverse perspectives to every discussion.Whether it’s breaking down current events or shining a light on overlooked stories, Ryan and Ian deliver fiery commentary, real-life experiences, and plenty of humor to keep you laughing through some of the pain.CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Ryan Apologizes for Viral Video 03:38 - East River Currents Analysis 06:48 - Video Introduction 08:22 - Trump Confronts Reporter at Press Conference 09:52 - Trump's Meeting in South Africa 17:35 - Trump's South Africa Meeting (Part 2) 19:56 - Debunking Trump's White Genocide Claims 27:43 - Fact-Checking Trump's White Genocide Claims 32:37 - Remembering Gerry Connolly 33:16 - Discussion on Term Limits 34:40 - Putin and the Mineral Deal 36:50 - Supreme Court Updates 41:06 - Trump's Big Beautiful Bill Explained 48:20 - DoD Accepts $400M 747 from Qatar 55:54 - Upgrading Air Force One 57:01 - Preventing a Beeper Operation 01:00:48 - Punishment for Treason Explained 01:05:40 - Business vs. Pleasure Discussion 01:09:15 - The Impact of Fame on Society 01:14:32 - Spotlight on Cory Booker 01:17:50 - Republican Response Analysis 01:20:13 - Ryan’s Concluding Thoughts 01:24:52 - Joe Biden’s Cancer Diagnosis Update 01:34:20 - Challenges of Left Organization 01:39:40 - Life Before the Internet: A Reflection 01:42:43 - Ashley Babbitt Settlement Discussion 01:46:28 - Moody's US Credit Rating Downgrade 01:49:15 - Ryan’s Sign OffDon't miss the chance to be part of the dialogue—subscribe now, hit the notification bell, and join us every Wednesday at 8 PM Eastern / 5 PM Pacific. Your voice matters!Stay engaged in shaping the future of America. Much love, keep fighting, and stay safe out there! Get full access to The Woodshead at ryanshead.substack.com/subscribe