Shake It Off with Mert & Lucas

The hosts discuss a proposed law that would require public school classrooms in Texas to display the Ten Commandments, a measure seen as promoting biblical principles fundamental to Christianity and Judaism. The legal issues surrounding religious displays in public spaces are examined. The hour concludes with an interview featuring Tom Lawry, author of “Health Care Nation,” who discusses the future of healthcare an...

The hosts debate whether free speech is under attack at American universities and examine whether the Trump administration's policies—restricting activism and international student enrollment—infringe upon constitutional rights and academic freedom. The show concludes with an interview featuring Dr. Daryl Davis—an actor, international recording artist, lecturer, and race relations expert—who discusses h...

The team delves into the controversy surrounding former FBI Director James Comey’s '86-47' social media post, which many interpreted as a coded threat against President Trump. The hosts then discuss a Gallup report revealing that young American men experience higher levels of loneliness compared to their global peers. The hour concludes with an interview featuring Dr. Rebecca Grant -- a national security analyst based ou...

This hour examines the controversy surrounding President Trump’s acceptance of a $400 million luxury jet from Qatar, raising concerns about potential violations of national security and the law. The hosts also discuss conflicts within the Democratic Party, including tensions with gun activist David Hogg and his progressive campaign efforts. The show concludes with an interview featuring Dr. Bernard A. Harris, Jr., a trailblaz...

This hour explores whether the Democratic Party is undermining the political process, following Bernie Sanders’ recent criticisms and allegations of election interference by Democratic Party elites. The hosts also examine Democratic lawmakers’ recent confrontations with ICE officials, including reported threats made by Representatives Hakeem Jeffries and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. The hour concludes with an interview fea...

The hosts explore the historical foundation of birthright citizenship in the U.S., as well as the legal and constitutional debates over its interpretation and efforts to restrict it. The show concludes with an interview featuring Michael Hoffen, a 16-year-old scholar and author, whose book “Be a Scribe!” offers an extraordinary translation of an ancient Egyptian papyrus.

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Kilmar Abrego Garcia was deported from the U.S. in March 2025, despite a federal court order blocking his removal. The Trump administration justified the deportation by citing alleged MS-13 ties and past domestic abuse accusations. The hosts examine whether the deportation was legally supportable. The hour ends with an interview with Dr. Michaela Renee Johnson, a bestselling author, nationally recognized happiness expert, and ...

The hosts examine the controversy triggered by a New York Magazine article that has raised concerns about Senator John Fetterman's mental and physical health. The segment also highlights the irony of Democrats supporting Fetterman’s fitness for office after his 2022 stroke while similarly endorsing President Biden’s suitability in the lead-up to the 2024 election cycle. The show concludes with an interview wit...

The hosts discuss the origins and commercialization of Mother's Day, reviewing surveys on what gifts most mothers prefer to receive. They then shift to the arrest of Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan, who has been charged with obstruction after allegedly interfering in an immigration operation. The hour concludes with an interview with Patricia Bonis, author of Jeddah Bride, a memoir that explores the challenges of cross-cultu...

The guys discuss Katy Perry's involvement in a Blue Origin spaceflight, which has been criticized as a crass publicity stunt. The hour concludes with Lance LoRusso, an accomplished attorney, author, and founder of the Blue Line Lawyer Institute, as he discusses his latest book, When Cops Kill: The Aftermath of a Critical Incident which provides an in-depth look at the legal and emotional challenges officers face...

The show touches on the generational and ideological divide impacting the Democratic Party and the challenges it faces in regaining voter trust and confidence. The show concludes with Russell Shorto — an American author, historian, and journalist — who is out with a new book, “Taking Manhattan: The Extraordinary Events That Created New York and Shaped America,” which recounts the extraordinary events th...

The hosts review the allegations surrounding the New York Attorney General, who is accused by the Trump Administration of wire fraud, mail fraud, bank fraud, and making false statements to a financial institution. They end the hour with Clay Risen, a New York Times reporter and author, who discusses his latest book, "RED SCARE: Blacklists, McCarthyism, and the Making of Modern America," which explores the era of McCarthyism an...

With over 150 lawsuits filed against the Trump Administration, the guys look at the propriety of federal court injunctions and the impact of the No Rogue Rulings Act of 2025, which seeks to limit judicial authority to issue nationwide injunctions. They also discuss a Colorado bill -- the Kelly Loving Act -- that characterizes misgendering and mispronouning as “coercive control,” which could result in the loss of child c...

The hosts review the House’s passage of the SAVE Act, an election integrity bill that requires documentary proof of U.S. citizenship to vote in federal elections. They examine the misinformation conveyed by leading Democrats, like Hillary Clinton, and review survey data showing where most Americans stand on voter ID laws. They end the hour with Anita K. Mitchell, who was married to astronaut Edgar Mitchell and has a new ...

Please listen to this uncut extended conversation with Robert Boris, an acclaimed screenwriter, producer, and director, who talks about his latest novel, "Black Sun," which delves into themes of identity, destiny, power, and mythology inspired by Pre-Columbian cultures. The trailer for his new science fiction thriller, BLACK SUN, can be found here:  https://youtu.be/hh5n2XnNgXg

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The guys discuss the turmoil following Trump's sweeping tariff announcements and the dissenting viewpoints expressed by some prominent “Panicans.” They also review a ResumeTemplates.com survey detailing how U.S. companies will respond to the ensuing financial challenges and costs. The show concludes with Robert Boris, an acclaimed screenwriter, producer, and director, who talks about his latest novel, "Black Sun," ...

The hosts review the administration's deportation of migrants accused of being gang members, despite a federal court injunction. They also delve into the historical implications of the Alien Enemies Act and look at a Pew Research survey regarding the law’s application. They then chat with Jody Weiner, a writer, attorney, and film producer, about his latest novel, "Raise Your Other Right Hand," which explores themes of ju...

The guys review the “Signalgate” snafu involving Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and other senior members of the Trump administration, as well as the public's reaction to the scandal. This includes the results of a ResumeTemplates.com survey and predictions from oddsmakers at Betonline.ag about who might get fired over the incident.  The show concludes with Ashleigh Searles sharing insi...