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 Off
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