Mea Culpa
Welcome to the NEW HOME of Mea Culpa – the ONLY place to find new episodes of Michael Cohen’s hit podcast. Cohen, the former attorney and personal “fixer” for Donald J. Trump, once vowed to take a bullet for the President. But that was before the country was brought to its knees by Trump’s lies and personal madness. While Cohen was imprisoned in his own home, with his life, reputation, and livelihood destroyed, he went on a mission to right the wrongs he perpetuated on behalf of his former boss. Mea Culpa with Michael Cohen, is a raw and unfiltered podcast that shines light into the dark corners of our current American Apocalypse. Tune in twice weekly for exclusive interviews and candid conversations with the New York Times best-selling author and self-proclaimed “gangster lawyer,” as he sets to dismantle the Trump legacy and uncover the truth… and nothing but the truth.
Episodes
May 1, 2026 • 70 mins
In this episode of Mea Culpa, Michael Cohen sits down with journalist and author Vicky Ward for a sharp, unfiltered conversation about the growing list of disasters at the podium—from chaotic press conferences and political spin to the breakdown of credibility in public leadership.
Together, they examine how messaging failures, evasive answers, and performative politics are shaping public trust and dominating the headlines. Cohen ...
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April 24, 2026 • 73 mins
In this episode, Michael Cohen sits down with journalist and political analyst Brian Karem to explore what they see as the “rebranding” of America—both at home and on the world stage.
From shifting political narratives and domestic division to changing alliances and global perception, the conversation dives into how the United States is being redefined in real time. Cohen and Karem break down the forces driving these changes, the ...
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April 17, 2026 • 71 mins
In this episode of Mea Culpa, Michael Cohen sits down with legal expert Nick Akerman to break down the growing sense of chaos unfolding across the United States. From political instability to legal battles and escalating national tensions, they dive into what’s driving the uncertainty—and what it could mean for the country moving forward.
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April 13, 2026 • 68 mins
Michael Cohen sits down with Virginia Solomon for a candid conversation about voting rights, ballot access, and the growing challenges facing American democracy. In this episode, they break down the real-world impact of election laws, who gets left out of the process, and what it all means heading into the next election cycle.
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April 3, 2026 • 67 mins
Michael Cohen sits down with Maria Cardona to break down Donald Trump’s recent 19-minute address to the nation—and why many are questioning what was actually said.
From repeated talking points that mirror his Truth Social posts to ongoing confusion surrounding the U.S.–Iran conflict, Cohen and Cardona unpack the messaging, the contradictions, and the bigger picture behind a war that’s becoming increasingly difficult to follow.
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March 27, 2026 • 74 mins
In this episode, Michael Cohen sits down with Richard Ojeda for a no-holds-barred conversation about what it truly means to serve your country. From their shared perspectives on leadership and accountability to the growing frustration with politics as usual in Washington, the two dive deep into the state of the nation and the values they believe are missing from today’s leadership.
It’s a candid, unfiltered discussion about patrio...
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March 27, 2026 • 71 mins
In this episode, Michael Cohen sits down with journalist and bestselling author Michael Wolff for a wide-ranging conversation about the lawsuit involving Melania Trump and the broader dynamics inside Trump world.
Wolff breaks down the details of the case, what’s at stake, and how it fits into the larger pattern of legal battles surrounding Donald Trump and his inner circle. The discussion also explores media coverage, political im...
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March 13, 2026 • 70 mins
In this episode of the podcast, Michael Cohen and Brian Karem take a hard look at the growing divisions tearing through American politics and society. From escalating global conflicts to deepening partisan warfare at home, the country feels more fractured than ever.
Michael and Brian break down the dangerous consequences of a nation increasingly defined by political tribalism, misinformation, and leaders who profit from keeping Am...
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March 6, 2026 • 74 mins
Michael’s first guest in this new era is Malcolm Nance, a globally recognized intelligence and national security expert, bestselling author, and former U.S. Navy Senior Chief Petty Officer specializing in counterterrorism and intelligence operations.
Nance has spent decades analyzing global threats, advising on national security, and providing insight into geopolitical strategy. He is also the author of several influential books o...
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March 2, 2026 • 77 mins
Today on Mea Culpa, we’re revisiting a conversation from August with Army veteran, former congressional candidate, and democracy advocate Marcus Flowers. Together, we examined Donald Trump’s accelerating authoritarian instincts, from secret meetings with Vladimir Putin and sidelining U.S. allies to weaponizing the Department of Justice against critics. Grounded in Flowers’ military and national security experience, this conversatio...
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February 27, 2026 • 80 mins
Today on Mea Culpa, I’m revisiting a conversation with Ally Sammarco, political strategist, consultant, and content creator, to look back at Trump’s speech before Congress one year ago, and why it offers critical insight into his State of the Union address this week. Together, Ally and I broke down the dangerous patterns in Trump’s rhetoric, governing style, and reliance on fear and spectacle, and it reveals how little has actually...
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February 23, 2026 • 74 mins
Today on Mea Culpa, I’m revisiting a November conversation with journalist and author Vicky Ward, whose reporting on Jeffrey Epstein long predated the current document releases. When we first spoke, the Epstein transparency bill had just passed; now, with portions of the files finally public, this conversation carries new weight. Ward has explained the threats Epstein made against her, her husband, and her unborn children, and expl...
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February 20, 2026 • 78 mins
Today on Mea Culpa, I’m revisiting a September conversation with Charlie Sykes, political commentator, author of “How the Right Lost Its Mind,” and MSNBC contributor. While the specific Trump controversies have changed, the nature of his leadership and the damage he causes have not. Then, the First Amendment alarms centered around Jimmy Kimmel; now, it’s Don Lemon and Georgia Fort. We also discussed Trump’s UN speech, a speech Tru...
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February 16, 2026 • 67 mins
Today on Mea Culpa, I sit down with Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, senior associate dean at Yale School of Management, founder of the Chief Executive Leadership Institute, and author of the forthcoming book Trump’s Ten Commandments, to examine Donald Trump’s leadership style through the lens of corporate power and institutional behavior. An early critic dating back to The Apprentice, Sonnenfeld draws on decades of research on CEOs and crisis ...
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February 13, 2026 • 68 mins
Today on Mea Culpa, I’m joined by Nick Akerman, former Assistant Special Watergate Prosecutor and Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, to break down Attorney General Pam Bondi’s recent hearing and what it reveals about the state of our government. We discuss accountability, prosecutorial power, and the growing strain the Trump administration has placed on the rule of law. Drawing on lessons from Watergate,...
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February 9, 2026 • 67 mins
Today on Mea Culpa, I am looking back at a past conversation with former ambassador, legal analyst, and founder and executive chair of the Democracy Defenders Fund, Norm Eisen. Back in August, we examined the Trump administration’s ongoing failure to deliver transparency and accountability, especially in the case of Jeffrey Epstein. While the DOJ has released millions of Epstein-related documents in recent months, it still feels as...
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February 6, 2026 • 78 mins
Today on Mea Culpa, I revisit an earlier conversation with new urgency. Back in September, I sat down with Dr. Steven Hassan, mental health expert, author, and host of the Cults, Culture & Coercion podcast, to examine how MAGA functions less like a political movement and more like a system of psychological control. Drawing on his own experience surviving the Moonies cult and decades of research into coercive influence, Hassan break...
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February 2, 2026 • 67 mins
Today on Mea Culpa, I sit down with Matthew VanDyke, founder of Sons of Liberty International, security analyst, foreign fighter, and filmmaker, for a sobering conversation about escalating ICE operations in Minneapolis and what they reveal about the future of federal power in America. Drawing on his experience covering conflict zones around the world, VanDyke explains why the tactics being deployed resemble counterinsurgency more ...
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January 30, 2026 • 68 mins
Today on Mea Culpa, I’m joined by political strategist Rina Shah to break down the growing crisis over the administration’s narrative about ICE and federal immigration enforcement in Minneapolis after the fatal shootings of U.S. citizens Alex Pretti and Renee Nicole Good. Shah and I examine how fear-based tactics, political loyalty, and poor crisis management have eroded public trust and fueled unrest in the Twin Cities. As senior ...
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January 26, 2026 • 66 mins
Today on Mea Culpa, I welcome back Michael Fanone, former Metropolitan D.C. police officer, January 6 hero, author, and political activist, for a raw and unfiltered conversation about truth, trauma, and the consequences of political gaslighting. Fresh off his appearance at Special Counsel Jack Smith’s testimony last week, Fanone reflects on surviving January 6, the lasting PTSD faced by officers whose lived experiences were denied,...
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