Join hosts Ryan Shead and Ian Sherman, two middle-aged fathers who grew up together in Metro Detroit as they lead another powerful episode of Hold The Mic, diving into political commentary and social events shaping America.
This week, the duo is joined by veteran Marcus Flowers to tackle pressing topics like leadership, historical struggles, and the state of democracy. From heartfelt stories of military service to fiery discussions on current political missteps, this episode cuts through the noise to deliver unfiltered truths.
With their unique bond spanning across states and decades, Ryan and Ian bring authentic perspectives on what it means to lead and fight for progress. Don’t miss their relatable yet no-nonsense approach to dissecting today’s challenges.
Tune-in Wednesdays for more episodes filled with insight, humor, and a call to action for all Americans. "Hold The Mic" is here to spark conversations, fuel change, and make every voice heard. Stay informed—stay engaged. Much love!
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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
01:00 - Black History Month
04:08 - Shirley Franklin
05:22 - Backlash from a Black President
07:32 - Woke vs Dumb S**t
09:32 - The World’s View of America
13:53 - World Leaders Respond to Oval Office meeting
18:55 - Putin Invades Ukraine
19:59 - Zelensky: "God Bless Trump Will Stop Him"
21:10 - Post-Show 25:37 - Round 2
31:02 - Trump’s Disastrous Foreign Policy
40:37 - Trump vs Putin
43:10 - Background Checks for Elected Officials
49:54 - MTG’s Boyfriend
51:30 - Trump’s Space Lasers
55:15 - Don’t Be the Loud American
56:29 - Biden Admin Removes Block on Selling Arms to Russia
58:04 - Equipment Left in War Zones
1:00:55 - Sending Money vs Sending Troops
1:06:51 - Marcus’s Super PAC
1:08:15 - Last Question
1:12:30 - Tune in Wednesday
Next Week's Guest: Brian Shapiro
Podcast Audio can be found below... beacons.ai/ryanshead
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