logo
episode-header-image
Feb 2024
26m 35s

Rep. Ritchie Torres - The Loss of Moral ...

Donny Deutsch
About this episode
Donny sits down with the U.S. representative for New York's 15th congressional district, Ritchie Torres. In this conversation, Torres gives his thoughts on the Israel-Hamas war, the differences between Republicans and Democrats when it comes to Israel, and the divide between the two parties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices 
Up next
Yesterday
Brands of the Week: AI Voices, Wonka Chocolate, and Cracker Barrel's Big Comeback
It's another edition of Brands of the Week! Donny runs through the brands rising, falling, and holding steady in the cultural conversation — starting with Netflix's controversial use of Gene Wilder's AI voice for a new Willy Wonka competition series, and Tom Hardy's much-debated ... Show More
14m 54s
Jul 1
Brands of the Week: Larry David's Lifetime Achievement, Apple's Price Hike, and the Repo Man Cometh
This week Donny runs down the brands shaping the culture — a lifetime brand-up for Larry David and his new HBO series, plus a brand-up for Jay-Z's upcoming Rick Rubin-directed HBO documentary. Apple raises prices across its Mac and iPad lineup, Hasbro faces backlash over AI voice ... Show More
16m 34s
Jun 25
Lessons From the 1960s: Doris Kearns Goodwin on Leadership, Civil Rights & Hope for America's Future
What can the turbulent 1960s teach us about navigating today's divided world? In this powerful episode, Pulitzer Prize-winning presidential historian Doris Kearns Goodwin joins us to discuss her latest book, An Unfinished Love Story, a deeply personal memoir that weaves together ... Show More
32m 36s
Recommended Episodes
Sep 2025
Don Lemon On The Scene With Rep. Ilhan Omar
Don meets with Rep. Ilhan Omar for an in-depth conversation about the pressing issues of the moment. They discuss the current state of politics, the attacks Rep. Omar has faced from Donald Trump, and the bitter disputes dividing Congress across party lines. The conversation also ... Show More
32m 42s
Sep 2025
LEMON DROP | Rep. Johnny Olszewski on the Epstein Files: 'It Feels Like a Cover-up!'
Don takes you inside the halls of Congress with Rep. Johnny Olszewski for a candid conversation about the state of politics in America right now. From the deepening divisiveness to the urgent need for unity, they walk and talk about what it will take to move the country forward. ... Show More
15m 14s
Apr 2023
Rep. Ritchie Torres on Trump's Indictment and the S.A.N.T.O.S. Act
"That sounds like a movie written by George Santos." New York Congressman Ritchie Torres discusses his wild first few weeks on the job – which included the January 6 insurrection and voting to impeach Trump – his introduction of the aptly named S.A.N.T.O.S. Act, and the need for ... Show More
6m 51s
Nov 2024
Seth Moulton & Ritchie Torres: What Dems Can (Must) Learn From 2024
John is joined by two up-and-coming Democratic congressmen—Seth Moulton, of the North Shore of Massachusetts, and Ritchie Torres, of the Bronx—to discuss what went wrong for Democrats in 2024. Moulton and Torres have little in common besides their relative youth; Moulton, 46, is ... Show More
1h 14m
Feb 2025
'The Interview': Senator Ruben Gallego on the Democrats’ Problem: ‘We’re Always Afraid’
The Arizona lawmaker diagnoses what he thinks needs to change in the way his party communicates with men, Latinos and Trump voters. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nyti ... Show More
37m 47s
Aug 2025
LEMON DROP | Don Lemon & Michael Cohen on MAGA Hypocrisy & Dem Messaging
Don sits down with Michael Cohen to break down the news of the day starting with MAGA’s Olympic-level hypocrisy over Texas Democrats leaving the state. (Reminder: Mike Johnson literally sent the House home to avoid an Epstein vote. But sure, tell us more about “doing your job.”) ... Show More
34m 8s
Mar 2025
'The Interview': Chuck Schumer on Democrats, Antisemitism and His Shutdown Retreat
The Senate minority leader discusses the backlash to his vote on the Republican spending bill, how he sees his role within the party and his new book. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app he ... Show More
52m 40s
May 2021
#483 An Existential Crisis In An Existential Crisis
The hosts have a deeper discussion about the tensions in Israel and Palestine as violence escalates between the Israeli military and Hamas. They discuss why the violence can be difficult to discuss, and the bad political actors who take advantage of justified emotions. Then, they ... Show More
45m 16s
Sep 2025
"NO Desire For Peace!" IDF Whistleblower vs Former Sergeant + Danny Danon
Vice President JD Vance dined with the Qatari Prime Minister in New York this weekend, as the US continues to mend bridges torched by the shock Israeli strike on Doha. The attack on a residential building housing Hamas negotiators, who were discussing a US-backed ceasefire propos ... Show More
46 m
Feb 2025
How Democrats Can Win Back Young Men (feat. Rep. Pat Ryan)
Jessica sits down with Congressman Pat Ryan, the Hudson Valley native representing New York’s 18th District. They discuss everything from his recent viral moment calling Elon Musk a "villain" to how the Democratic Party can better connect with young men and working-class voters. ... Show More
30m 9s