Join Ryan Shead and Ian Sherman, the bearded middle-aged fathers, on the 30th episode of "Hold The Mic," a weekly show delivering insightful commentary surrounding current political and social events.

From New York City to Arizona, these longtime friends share their perspectives on breaking news, like the recent withdrawal of RFK Jr. from the race, and the ensuing political chaos.

With years of shared history and geographical separation, their bond remains unbreakable as they navigate and discuss the American political landscape. Tune in every Friday for engaging discussions that blend humor and authenticity. Remember, civic duty calls—VOTE November 5th, 2024, to make your voice heard. Don't miss out on the latest commentary; subscribe and be part of the conversation today!

CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
01:43 - RFK Jr Drops Out
04:52 - Don't Trust Your Doctors
12:59 - Ryan’s Kids and the Inauguration Experience
17:00 - Anne Coulter’s Tweet on Tim Walz’s Son
20:35 - The “Yank” Controversy
21:34 - Ben Shapiro’s Speech Highlights
22:45 - Adam Kinzinger’s Speech Analysis
25:41 - JD Vance's Political Stance
29:13 - The DNC’s Strategic Plan
31:52 - The Four Nights of the DNC
37:11 - DNC's Inclusivity Efforts
42:34 - Trump's Deal-Making Challenges
44:47 - Voter Suppression and Mail-In Ballots
52:50 - Ryan's Rants and Opinions
59:13 - Trump’s Axios Interview Insights
1:02:20 - Donald Trump's Decline
1:06:25 - Signs of Trump Losing Control
1:09:54 - Trump’s Small Business Policies
1:14:33 - Unrealized Capital Gains Tax Explained
1:21:08 - What's Your Positive Outlook?
1:24:30 - Matt's Positive Perspective
1:29:04 - Ryan's Annual Procedure Discussion
1:33:16 - Euthanasia Discussion
1:39:31 - Ryan’s Dad's Life-Saving Actions
1:40:00 - Shoutout to Kate
1:41:38 - Ryan’s German Family Heritage
1:43:17 - Ryan’s Positivity and Influence
1:43:56 - The Honesty That Makes Ryan Unique
1:46:27 - Positive News Highlights
1:47:30 - Hold The Mic Segment
1:49:20 - Clawson Fest Recap

Podcast Audio can be found below...

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Ian's Music...

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