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Hot Mics From Left To Right
by Two Squared Media Productions
Go behind the scenes with two of CNN’s leading commentators and fan favorites as they discuss what they didn’t have time to get on air but is badly needed conversation at an unprecedented time of partisanship and politics. Alice Stewart and Maria Cardona have a unique ability to bring hot topics of conversation to the fore, with respect, civility and intellectual honesty. Each week, the “Hot Mics from Left to Right” duo will discuss the intersection of politics and culture to give listeners a better understanding of where and how they have come to their beliefs, offering a much needed view of a deeper perspective on lifestyle and values and how they impact politics. Hot Mics will wrap with some warm words of inspiration.
Episodes
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Twists and Turns and Stormy Weather of 2024
Alice and Maria discuss five possible twists that could impact the 2024 election between President Biden and former President Trump. What could change the outcome: health, the economy, trials or third party candidates? And, are the Fifty Shades of Grey details in the Stormy Daniels hush money…
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The Trials and Tribulations of 2024
Alice and Maria discuss the first week of the hush money trial of former President Donald Trump. How will this impact the campaign? Will this help President Biden? And the Kennedy family throws their support behind President Biden - and stands firmly in opposition to their family member, Robert…
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The War in Israel Takes Center Stage in the Race for the White House
Maria and Alice discuss the growing tensions in the war in Israel and how it is impacting support for President Biden and former President Trump. How will voters react in November? Also Trump talks about taking a page from the President Nixon playbook. And RFK Jr. is making inroads and gaining...
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The Race is On for 2024 and Hur takes Hits from all sides
Like it or not- the ticket is set for 2024. Maria and Alice discuss President Biden and former President Trump securing the nominations for their party and switching into a full head-to-head campaign. How did Biden's State of the Union play with voters? Did the GOP response help or hurt? And a...
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Superbowl 58: Pigskin politics of Taylor and Travis with special Guest Sports analyst Christine Brennan
Maria and Alice are joined by USA Today columnist; CNN, ABC News, PBS and NPR sports commentator Christine Brennan to break down Super Bowl 58 between the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers. They talk about the conspiracy theories surrounding Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce. Having covered...
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Trump Ordered to Pay Up - Big League and a Border Deal Goes Nowhere
Maria and Alice discuss the New York jury ordering Donald Trump to pay $83.3 million dollars in damages for his defamatory statements in the E. Jean Carroll rape case. What message is the jury hoping to send? And Trump wins Iowa and New Hampshire in the GOP nomination. What does the road ahead…
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Goodbye Iowa..... Hello New Hampshire
Maria and Alice break down the Iowa Caucus results after Donald Trump comes in a resounding first place by more than 30 points. The two look at entrance polls that show what's on the minds of GOP voters in the 2024 primary. Will Trump deliver a New Hampshire knockout blow to Nikki Haley and Ron...
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Final Week to Iowa Caucuses and Biden hits the Campaign Trail
Alice and Maria break down the final week of campaigning in Iowa for GOP candidates. Just days to go until the Iowa Caucuses and Nikki Haley is closing the gap on Donald Trump. What is the final message for Haley, Trump, and Ron DeSantis? Plus- President Biden hits the campaign trail, focusing on...
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Trump off the Ballot and Kamala on the Road
Maria and Alice discuss the latest legal obstacle for Donald Trump - the Colorado Supreme Court ruling to remove him from the CO ballot. Will Trump appeal to the Supreme Court? Will other states follow suit? How will this impact the 2024 GOP Primary? And Vice President Kamala Harris is hitting…
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Nikki Haley Blazing a Trail and Hunter Biden in Legal Peril - Special guest All In Together Co-Founder and CEO Lauren Leader
Maria and Alice are joined with All In Together Co-Founder and CEO Lauren Leader to discuss the media coverage of Nikki Haley compared to her male challengers. Why is that? Is it fair? And they discuss the latest in the 2024 race for the White House. Plus - they talk about the fallout of Hunter...
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Busted for Botox and Shutdown Averted... For Now
Maria and Alice discuss the renewed quest to expel GOP Rep. George Santos after a damning Ethics Committee report citing his misuse of campaign funds to pay a variety of personal items, such as Botox, high end clothing and a weekend in the Hamptons. Plus- President Biden signs a stopgap spending...
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Another Mass Shooting and a New House Speaker with special guest Jennifer Horn
Maria and Alice are joined with former Republican strategist and party leader, turned independent sanity activist, and host of the podcast"Is it Just Me, or Have We All Lost Our Minds?"Jennifer Horn to discuss the tragic mass shooting in Lewiston, Maine. A New Hampshire native, Jennifer talks…
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A Hell of a Week in Washington: Special Guest Tara Palmeri, Senior Political Correspondent for Puck News
Alice and Maria are joined by Tara Palmeri, Senior Political Correspondent for Puck News and host of the "Somebody's Gotta Win" podcast, to discuss the historic week in Washington in which former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is voted out of his speakership. A small minority of Republicans joined...
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The Shutdown Showdown, Not so Great Debate, and Remembering a Trailblazer
The countdown is on for a government shutdown. Maria and Alice discuss the last minute negotiations in Washington DC to fund the government, but a shutdown is all but certain. Also, the second 2023 GOP presidential debate is in the books, complete with insults and interruptions and attacks on…
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Latest Polls: A Snapshot in Time, or a Forecast of the Future?
Maria and Alice break down the latest polling data on the 2024 POTUS race. Is this bad news for Biden? How does this impact the GOP primary? And more legal woes involving the Trump indictments in Fulton County, Georgia. Are Trump voters swayed by the courtroom drama? And do we have an age-old...
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Midnight Pain in Georgia and Hunter Legal team shuffle with special guest Attorney Michael Zeldin
Maria and Alice are joined by former Federal Prosecutor and host of "That Said with Michael Zeldin" podcast, Michael Zeldin to discuss the latest indictment of former President Donald Trump. Should it be moved to federal court? Will there be additional indictments? Also- Hunter Biden's attorney...
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Another day, Another Indictment and the Hunter Biden probe heats up
Donald Trump has another day in court for his third indictment, this time for his monthslong actions leading up to January 6, 2020 to overturn the results of the election. How are Republicans responding? And how are his GOP 2024 challengers messaging this to their advantage? Plus- the House...
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Barbie, Bidenomics and the GOP Whac-A-Mole Game
Alice and Maria talk about the newest target in the GOP primary field - Sen. Tim Scott. As he closes the gap with Gov. Ron DeSantis we see him under attack. How will this impact the state of play in the GOP? Plus, how will a possible third indictment impact former President Donald Trump and his...
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Bidenomics on the Road and Blow in the White House
Maria and Alice discuss President Biden's plan to sell "Bidenomics" to people across America. Are they buying what he's selling? Does rhetoric match reality? And three recent Supreme Court rulings will have an impact on the 2024 election. Who is more motivated - liberals or conservatives? Plus…
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Sex, Drugs, and Plea Deals: All in a Week's Work
Maria and Alice are joined by former Florida Congressman David Jolly and Co-Chair of Facts First, USA to discuss the plea deal on federal tax charges and a firearm charge. Is it a sweetheart deal or justice served? And what about the IRS whistleblower who claims to have contrary testimony? Rep....
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Trump Indictment: Fealty to Trump or Fidelity to the Rule of Law?
Maria and Alice talk about news of the Trump indictment and it's impact on the 2024 GOP primary. The field of Republican challengers initially rallied behind Trump, calling out the DOJ, now some are saying the former president's actions are difficult to defend. Plus - The indictment has been a...
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Debt Deal Done and GOP Field on the Rise
Alice and Maria discuss the back and forth on the vote to raise the debt limit. The measure has passed the House and Senate, and awaits President Biden's signature. Is this a sign that bi-partisanship is alive and well in Washington DC? And the GOP race for 2024 is growing. Trump and DeSantis…
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The Debt Talk Room Gets Smaller and the GOP Field Gets Larger
Maria and Alice discuss the ongoing discussions over raising the debt ceiling. Will Democrats agree with work requirement? Will Republicans approve a clean debt ceiling vote. The talks continue. And more candidates appear to be closer to stepping into the GOP race for 2024; meanwhile Donald Trump...
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The Give and Take of the Debt Debate and Jaw Dropping POTUS Polls
Maria and Alice discuss the start of debt ceiling negotiations between President Biden and congressional leaders. Maria says Republicans are at fault for opposing a clean debt ceiling vote. Alice believes the burden is on the White House to negotiate. And sadly, our nation mourns the lives lost…
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It's Official: President Biden is in for 2024, Joining a Growing GOP Field
Alice and Maria discuss President Joe Biden's announcement that he is running for re-election in 2024. He joins a growing list of GOP candidates in the running, trying to topple the Republican frontrunner, former President Trump. All this, despite recent polls showing a majority of Americans…
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Fox in the Courthouse and Trump in the Court of Public Opinion
Maria and Alice discuss the recent indictment of former President Donald Trump and the mounting legal cases before him. How is this playing out in the court of public opinion and in the court of law? Also, $1.6 billion dollar defamation lawsuit against Fox News for allegedly "intentionally and...
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Another School Shooting: How Do We Respond? Special Guest: Lauren Leader
Maria and Alice are joined with Co-Founder and CEO of All in Together to discuss the tragic school shooting in Nashville that claimed 6 innocent lives. The nation is mourning the loss of the three small children and three school employees. Lauren talks about the need to draw a red line on gun...
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Biden to the Middle and the GOP War on Woke
Maria and Alice discuss the notion that President Biden is "inching toward the center" as he mulls over an announcement on a re-election bid for president. On the GOP side of the 2024 equation: Trump and DeSantis lead the polls, even though DeSantis has not entered the race. Plus- will the "War…
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Passionate Hate Text and Partisan Hill Talk
Maria and Alice discuss President Biden's new budget proposal that appears DOA on the hill. How will Republicans respond to the spending plan? Plus the two discuss the top issues in the GOP primary in the 2024 presidential race. And Fox News' Tucker Carlson says of Donald Trump: "I hate him...
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The Tale of Two Trains: Emotions run high from Poland to Palestine
Maria and Alice talk about President Biden's top secret trip to Ukraine in advance of the one year anniversary of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. The President took a nearly 10-hour train ride from the border of Poland to Kiev to show his administration's “unwavering support" for those in the...
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State of the Union - Food Fight Edition and May the Force be With You
Maria and Alice break down President Biden's State of the Union address and the ensuing heckling from vocal Republican members of Congress. Did the president make the case for his accomplishments or did it fall short? Plus- the controversy over the notion that Republicans plan to sunset Social...
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The Old and New of Washington: Documents, Debt and a returning GOP Chairman
Maria and Alice discuss the ongoing drip, drip, drip of classified documents turning up here, there, and everywhere. Former Vice President Mike Pence is the latest high level leader to turn over documents. He joins President Biden and former President Trump under scrutiny for mishandling…
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Washington is fired up: Documents, Deception and "De-Ranged"
Alice and Maria discuss the many questions surrounding President Biden's alleged mishandling of classified documents. Is the White House being transparent? How does this differ from the probe involving former President Donald Trump and the documents found at Mar-a-Lago? And calls from both sides…
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Is Sen. Sinema an IINO? (Independent in Name Only)
Maria and Alice break down the impact of AZ Sen. Kyrsten Sinema's decision to change her party registration from Democratic to Independent. Was this about the current political climate, or her political future? They weigh in on the Georgia Senate runoff election and the GOP battle for speaker of...
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Mind Your Midterm Manners
Maria and Alice discuss the best ways to break bread with your family and friends without breaking any spirits. Do you avoid politics altogether? Do you agree to disagree? And what does the runoff election in Georgia mean for both parties moving forward. Plus, amidst the tragic shooting at a...
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The Midterm Election Countdown: Who is Voting and Why?
With just days until the 2022 Midterm elections, Alice and Maria discuss the massive early voting numbers and what party is taking an early lead. The two also discuss the key issues motivating voters across the country. Is it the economy, abortion, crime, or voting rights? In this week's…
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It's the Gas Prices, Stupid
With just over two weeks until the midterm elections, Alice and Maria talk about the rising impact of gas prices on the electorate. Will the pain at the pump drive voters away? And what are the top of mind issues for voters? Is it the economy, inflation, crime, abortion? Plus- a judge orders…
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Hurricane Ian: The Damage, The Devastation, and the Desire to Help
Alice and Maria talk about the massive devastation left in the wake of Hurricane Ian. They discuss the efforts to rescue people, restore power, and remain safe in the aftermath. In this week's Meaningful Moment, they call for listeners to help those impacted by the storm. Maria calls attention to...
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Crisis at the Border moves North
Maria and Alice discuss the controversy surrounding border Governors bussing and flying migrants to Northern cities. What is the political fallout. And - why did Sen. Lindsey Graham bring abortion back into the spotlight. Also- President Biden says the pandemic is over and inflation is under...
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Battle for the Soul of our Nation - Or is it?
Alice and Maria discuss President Biden's speech to the nation and his reference to MAGA Republicans. Why is there an effort to divide the GOP? And the two discuss the impact of Donald Trump on the midterm elections. In this week's Meaningful Moment, they both share words of inspiration from the...
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No Apologies for the Student Loan Forgiveness - But Plenty of Criticism
Alice and Maria break down President Biden's plan to cancel student debt for millions of people across the country. What are the political and legal questions that arise from this historic announcement? And the first major referendum of Roe v. Wade is put to the test in New York and abortion…
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No Apologies for the Student Loan Forgiveness - But Plenty of Criticism
Alice and Maria break down President Biden's plan to cancel student debt for millions of people across the country. What are the political and legal questions that arise from this historic announcement? And the first major referendum of Roe v. Wade is put to the test in New York and abortion…
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Biden's BFD, Cheney's Last Stand, and Mar-A-Lago
Maria and Alice discuss details of the recently passed Infrastructure Reduction act. Will the $700 billion dollar package actually reduce inflation or is it simply a climate change and health care spending plan. Also, Wyoming Congresswoman Liz Cheney loses her battle for re-election, but vows to...
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The Kansas-Abortion Test and a Midterm preview with Special Guest New Democrat Network Founder Simon Rosenberg
Maria and Alice are joined by the man Politico has billed as the "oracle of Democratic midterm optimism," Simon Rosenberg weighs in on what he sees as a potential blue wave in November. The founder of New Democrat Network has been reading the political tea leaves and sees a bright future for...
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Supreme Debate over the Supreme Court Ruling on Roe
Maria and Alice discuss the impact of the landmark Supreme Court ruling in the Dobbs case that overturns Roe v. Wade. The abortion and pro-life debate is emotional, didfficult, and often very divisive. Alice and Maria are on opposing sides of this controversy and respectfully share their views on...
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Trump's GOP Peer Pressure on Full Display and Gun Talks Moving Along
Alice and Maria discuss the mounting testimony in House Select Committee hearings on January 6th indicating former President Trump's pressure on election officials to change the outcome of the 2020 election. High level GOP elections officials stand firm on their commitment to the constitution.…
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Is Former President Trump Detached from Reality? Hot Mics special guest Michael Zeldin
Maria and Alice are joined by special guest attorney and legal analyst Michael Zeldin to discuss the testimony to date in the January 6th committee hearings. The three break down testimony of former President Trump's inner circle referring to the former president as being "detached from reality"…
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The Uvalde Shootings: Thoughts and Prayers Are Not Enough - It's Time for Change
Alice and Maria discuss the tragic mass shooting in Uvalde, Texas in which 19 students and two teachers lost their lives. They talk about the emotional toll on those impacted, the insufficient law enforcement response, and the need for political consensus to make meaningful reforms to curtail gun...
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Choice v. Life: The Big Battle over Roe v. Wade
Maria and Alice discuss the bombshell news of the leaked draft Supreme Court opinion dealing with the controversial Roe v. Wade case. The draft opinion would overturn Roe v. Wad and the right to have an abortion. Alice and Maria break down the discussion along the legal, political and moral…
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No Mickey Mousing Around - Culture Wars Are in Full Swing
Maria and Alice discuss the intense debate between Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and Walt Disney World over the controversy surrounding the Parental Rights in Education bill, aka, "Don't Say Gay" bill. The ensuing culture war pits supporters of the LGBTQ community against those who support…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Go behind the scenes with two of CNN’s leading commentators and fan favorites as they discuss what they didn’t have time to get on air but is badly needed conversation at an unprecedented time of partisanship and politics. Alice Stewart and Maria Cardona have a unique ability to bring hot topics of conversation to the fore, with respect, civility and intellectual honesty. Each week, the “Hot Mics from Left to Right” duo will discuss the intersection of politics and culture to give listeners a better understanding of where and how they have come to their beliefs, offering a much needed view of a deeper perspective on lifestyle and values and how they impact politics. Hot Mics will wrap with some warm words of inspiration.
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Two Squared Media Productions
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