Political Persuasions

This week, Frates and O’Meara discuss the possible fallout from the Manafort verdict. Plus, presidential styles, secret tapes, Trump vs. the press and Mr. Bannon made a movie.

It's Summertime in DC! Should we be on the lookout for a blue wave? Plus, Giuliani has conditions, "will he or won't he?", and Frates does a little journalistic preaching. 

We're breaking down the Tweet of the week! Should President Trump have asked Attorney General Jeff Sessions to end the Russia investigation? Plus, Trump is rolling back fuel economy standards and Chris talks about getting heckled by Trump supporters.

Today on Political Persuasions, special guest "Michael Cohen" stops by to discuss his secret tapes. Plus, the guys discuss Russia and why abolishing ICE is a bad idea.

This week, Mike and Frates review, break down, and analyze the Helsinki incident. Would you listen? Wouldn't you listen? Strange days, indeed.

This week, Mike and Chris talk with former Congressman Steven J. Israel. He reveals some amazing behind the scenes Congressional insights. Also, should a President be a king? Plus, the Stormy Daniels story continues to have legs.

This week, Mike and Frates dissect the Anthony Kennedy resignation and its consequences. Also, which side likes to win more? Plus, a new secret political weapon: dumb luck.

Mike and Frates break down the current immigration policies in the U.S.A: is it possible to govern with empathy? Chris champions the free press and also shows his "professional side".

This week, Mike and Frates have Summit fever! They wonder if President Trump can live up to the bar he set for himself. The old folks weigh in and Sarah Huckabee Sanders has a delicious hobby.

This week, Frates takes a page from the O'Meara playbook, and he rants! Plus, is Giuliani doing more harm than good? They examine standing worldwide and Bill Clinton has a bad week.

This week, Mike and Frates break down the weird story of Roseanne's Tweet. Is racism on the rise? Mike is curious about Melania's whereabouts and your Tweets are back.

This week, Mike and Frates discuss the cancellation of the Singapore Summit and whether it will damage the Presidency more than Trump's rhetoric. They also analyze Spygate and the difference between "Fake News" and "News that Trump doesn't like". Plus: Can the truth actually work?

Happy anniversary to the Mueller investigation!  Mike and Frates take a "behind the scenes" look at TV appearances and theorize why our president never apologizes. Plus they examine which issues are looming over the 2018 midterms and why.

It's a good week for the President and he handles in a typical Trump style. There are ramifications of pulling out of the Iran deal, so what are the alternatives?  The Democratic party seems to lack a cohesive message, but they do have excitement. Don't trust generic ballots.

This week, Mike and Frates talk about the Rudy Giuliani bombshell and whether or not it was by design. Also, an angry doctor may be a talkative doctor and is it OK for a comedian to be funny?

This week, Mike and Frates discuss the importance of "pleasing the king". Mr. Cohen decides to take the Fifth and Mr. Trump has a new French friend. Plus, potheads on the Hill are blowing smoke.

This week, Mike and Frates discuss the possibility of President Trump succeeding in spite of himself. Barbara Bush is remembered and Sean Hannity is keeping some interesting company. The guys keep it civil because they don't get confused.

This week, Mike and Chris discuss why FBI raids are neither witch hunts, nor are the unprecedented. Sayonara Mr. Ryan! Also, Mark Zuckerberg wears a suit and Mike Pence be chillin.

On this week's episode, Mike sits, Chris stands, and they discuss "ethics" at the EPA. Is Sinclair using corporate branding or is it propaganda? Mark Zuckerberg takes some blame and the job market continues to shrink for journalists.

Mike and Chris discuss some odd hirings in the administration and if America is strong enough to survive them. What makes a credible porn star? Also, we spotlight a new song and talk about an unhappy FLOTUS.