Independent Journalism
Discover key takeaways from 24 podcast episodes about this topic.

LIVE: Trump DOJ in CRISIS after MAJOR EPSTEIN RULING
A federal judge granted a preliminary injunction against acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, compelling him to address the withholding of specific Epstein files and acknowledging the legal standing of independent journalists to pursue such information.

LIVE: Trump TRAPPED in LEGAL HELL as CASES BACKFIRE!!! | Legal AF
Donald Trump's strategy of filing frivolous, high-dollar lawsuits is consistently backfiring, forcing him into discovery battles that expose his actions and legal vulnerabilities.

HOT TOPICS | The Elon Musk Bombshells, Iran Negotiations & JD Vance on The View
Don Lemon unpacks explosive allegations from Ashley St. Clair about Elon Musk's alleged smear tactics, homophobia, and election interference, alongside a rigorous fact-check of JD Vance's economic claims and conservative rhetoric.

Lemon LIVE at 5 | The White House Made a Media Offenders List... It May Backfire
Don Lemon and guest Brian Tyler Cohen dissect the Trump administration's alleged politically motivated actions, from a controversial Iran 'peace deal' and a transphobic incident at a White House UFC event to investigations into political rivals and a 'media offenders list' targeting independent journalists.

Don Lemon & Jennifer Welch on Trump's Big Baby Energy & MAGA's Obsession With the LGBTQ+ Community
Don Lemon and Jennifer Welch dissect Donald Trump's perceived "special baby energy," MAGA's "gay obsession," and the corporate media's complicity in normalizing political extremism.

HOT TOPICS | Sleepy Donnie Can't Stay Awake! Is He In Mental Decline?!
Don Lemon and guests dissect Donald Trump's alleged physical and cognitive decline, criticizing mainstream media for its perceived silence and highlighting the critical role of independent journalism.

LEMON DROP | Paxton Wins, Alabama Fights Back & Trump Builds a UFC Arena
Don Lemon delivers a scathing critique of recent political and legal events, highlighting perceived corruption, racial double standards, and the weaponization of the Justice Department under the Trump administration.

Ana & Candace CALLS OUT Israel First
Ana Kasparian and Candace Owens unite to expose the 'Israel First' lobby's influence on American foreign policy and media, sparking a debate on tribalism and accountability.

Lemon LIVE at 5 | BREAKING: Major Updates In Don Lemon's Freedom of the Press Case
Don Lemon reveals major updates in his legal battle, alleging government overreach and attempts to suppress independent journalism by seeking his YouTube subscriber data, alongside a pattern of prosecutorial misconduct across the country.

Politics is breaking as Trump spirals again
This episode dissects how politics is transforming into a content machine, the alleged suppression of left-wing media on YouTube, and the growing internal MAGA discussions about a post-Trump future, alongside Don Lemon's arrest and Trump's stock market 'pump and dump' scheme.

Trump’s Non-Strategy In Iran; True Independent Journalism w/ Amy Goodman | MR Live
This episode dissects the Trump administration's incoherent Iran policy and features an interview with Amy Goodman on the critical role and challenges of independent journalism, drawing on her experiences covering massacres and protests.

BREAKING: May Day Protesters ARRESTED At New York Stock Exchange
May Day protesters targeted the New York Stock Exchange, chaining themselves to entrances and facing arrests, to highlight extreme wealth inequality and systemic political corruption.

LEMON DROP | SNL's Kenan Thompson On Comedy in the Age of Chaos
SNL veteran Kenan Thompson discusses the evolving media landscape, the enduring power of live television, and the complexities of political humor in an age where reality often outpaces satire.

Jimmy Kimmel’s Audience Shocked at How Cruel He Actually Is
The Rubin Report panel dissects the perceived elitism and hypocrisy of mainstream media and progressive figures, from Jimmy Kimmel's dismissal of a plumber-turned-senator to a streamer's tone-deaf trip to Cuba, highlighting a growing disconnect with working-class Americans and basic civics.

Shock LGA Plane Crash, Trump's New Iran Messaging, with Piers Morgan, and CNN Tries Being a Podcast
Megyn Kelly and Piers Morgan critically analyze Trump's inconsistent Iran strategy, the decline of traditional media, and the details of a shocking LaGuardia plane crash, highlighting the shift to independent media and the human cost of geopolitical and systemic failures.

Lemon LIVE at 5 | Don Lemon, Pablo Torre, Gianmarco Soresi & Jay Jurden on the Future Of Media
Don Lemon and guests dissect the seismic shifts in media, revealing how independent creators are dismantling old power structures and redefining journalism through authenticity and direct audience engagement.

Lemon LIVE at 5 | Bill Clinton's Testimony On Jeffrey Epstein & Donald Trump
Don Lemon and Jay Jordan dissect Bill Clinton's six-hour testimony in the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, framing it as a strategic move by Democrats to pressure Donald Trump into testifying, highlighting the stark contrast in accountability between political parties.

James Li | This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von #642
Independent journalist James Lee details his journey from corporate consulting to exposing elite corruption, discussing alleged financial motives behind public health policies, corporate land grabs after disasters, and the complex, often hidden, dynamics of power in media and politics.

Lemon LIVE at 5 | What Is The State Of Our Union?!
Don Lemon and a panel of Democratic lawmakers and commentators dissect Donald Trump's State of the Union address, exposing alleged lies and authoritarian tactics amidst cratering poll numbers and a nation grappling with economic hardship and political division.

Francesca Fiorentini Reacts To RFK's Heinous Workout Video
Francesca Fiorentini and the hosts dissect RFK Jr.'s bizarre workout video with Kid Rock, expose questionable political tactics in the Michigan Senate race, and critically examine the funding and ethics of 'independent' media figures smearing Epstein survivors.

Black groups, people must invest in Black-owned media
Roland Martin passionately argues that the Black community's collective economic power is severely underutilized in supporting Black-owned media, leaving it vulnerable to disinformation and suppression.

Georgia Fort Pleads Not Guilty. Paralyzed Man Case Charges Dropped. Roy Cooper Senate Bid
Independent journalist Georgia Fort's felony charges for covering a protest highlight a growing federal assault on black media, echoing historical suppression and underscoring the urgent need for community financial support to preserve independent black journalism and activism.

BREAKING: Don Lemon Pleads NOT GUILTY!
Don Lemon's arraignment for 'journalism' in Minnesota highlights the Trump administration's alleged weaponization of the Department of Justice against independent media and political dissent.

HOT TOPICS | Bad Bunny's Super Bowl Halftime Show Angers Donald Trump & MAGA!
Don Lemon vehemently defends Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show against conservative backlash, framing the criticism as racist and out of touch with modern American identity, while also addressing his own recent legal challenges.