In this episode we delve into the intricate web of immigration issues in America. Join us as we navigate the complexities that define this crucial aspect of our nation's identity. In this episode, we're joined by a distinguished guest, Angelica Salas, who brings her expertise and insights to the forefront. Angelica is Executive Director of CHIRLA (The Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights) CHIRLA became a place for organizations and people who support human rights to work together for policies that advance justice and full inclusion for all immigrants.Together, Susan and Angelica unravel the multifaceted nature of immigration in the United States, exploring how it has become a powerful tool for political gain. From policy debates to public discourse, we examine how immigration is manipulated and framed to serve various political agendas. Angelica Salas, with her wealth of experience, sheds light on the realities faced by immigrants and the communities affected by these policies.Prepare to challenge preconceptions and question the narratives surrounding immigration as we strive to understand the true impact and significance of this complex issue. Join us  for a thought-provoking conversation that goes beyond headlines, exploring the nuanced layers that shape the perception and policies of immigration in America.For more information on CHIRLA visit: www.chirla.orgAll this and more on No Holding Back with Susan Estrich.Sign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at: www.noholdingback.fm/Produced by 1985 Productions

Buckle up for a riveting episode as we delve into the heart of American politics with special guests Brad Howard and Matt Keelen, both political insiders from Vogel Group. Join us as we dissect the intense race between Joe Biden and Donald Trump, offering a nuanced exploration of the broader state of politics between Democrats and Republicans.In this episode, our seasoned guests bring their insider perspectives to the forefront, unpacking the key moments and issues that defined the recent electoral battle. From the impact of the global pandemic to the debates on healthcare, immigration, and social justice, Brad and Matt analyze the candidates' positions and strategies, providing listeners with a comprehensive understanding of the political dynamics at play.Beyond the partisan divide, our guests explore the challenges and opportunities for bipartisanship in the aftermath of the election. How will the outcome shape the future of American governance? What implications does it have for the policies that will shape our nation in the coming years? Brad and Matt share their expert insights, shedding light on the potential paths forward for a politically divided America.This episode is not just about reliving the election drama; it's about understanding the broader implications for our nation's future. As we navigate through the intricacies of policy, personality, and partisanship, Brad and Matt guide us in a thoughtful exploration of the complexities that define modern American politics.Whether you're a political enthusiast, a strategist, or someone eager to make sense of the political noise, this episode offers a well-rounded perspective on the race between Joe Biden and Donald Trump and its broader impact on the political landscape. Subscribe now and join us for an insightful conversation that goes beyond the headlines.All this and more on No Holding Back with Susan Estrich.Sign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at: www.noholdingback.fm/Produced by 1985 Productions

In this eye-opening episode, we delve into the disturbing rise of anti-Semitism protests on college campuses across the United States. Join us as we navigate through the complexities of this alarming trend, exploring its roots, manifestations, and impact on academic communities.Our special guest, Gerard Filitti, brings a unique perspective to the discussion. With extensive experience in advocacy and community engagement, Filitti sheds light on the challenges faced by Jewish students and the broader Jewish community amidst these protests. Together, we examine the historical context, identifying key factors contributing to the resurgence of anti-Semitism in educational institutions.As we unpack the narratives and incidents fueling these protests, we strive to foster a deeper understanding of the issues at hand. From discriminatory incidents to broader questions surrounding free speech and inclusivity, this conversation aims to provide a comprehensive view of the multifaceted challenges facing campuses today.Tune in as we confront the pressing issue of anti-Semitism on college campuses with Gerard Filitti, shedding light on the path forward towards a more harmonious and accepting future.All this and more on No Holding Back with Susan Estrich.Sign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at: www.noholdingback.fm/Produced by 1985 Productions

Join us  as we delve into the complex military dynamics of the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict with our distinguished guest, Colonel Morris Davis. With extensive experience and insights into the military aspects of the region, Col. Davis provides a deep and informed analysis of the situation.In this engaging conversation, we explore the strategic challenges and considerations that military leaders must grapple with in the context of the Israel-Hamas conflict. Col. Davis sheds light on the historical background and geopolitical factors that have shaped the conflict, offering a unique perspective on the region's military complexities.Furthermore, our discussion delves into the role of Hamas, the Palestinian militant organization, in the ongoing conflict. Col. Davis shares his insights on how Hamas operates and its influence on the dynamics of the conflict. We explore the organization's objectives, tactics, and its impact on both the military and political landscape in the region.Whether you're seeking a deeper understanding of the military aspects of the Israel-Hamas conflict or want to gain valuable insights into the role of Hamas, this episode is a must-listen. Col. Morris Davis provides a nuanced and informed perspective that will help you navigate the complexities of this ongoing and deeply consequential conflict.All this and more on No Holding Back with Susan Estrich.Sign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at: www.noholdingback.fm/Produced by 1985 Productions

In this thought-provoking episode, Susan is joined by a distinguished guest, Bob Shrum, to delve deep into the complex and pressing issue of anti-Semitism and its impact on the Democratic Party in the United States.As the Democratic Party faces numerous challenges and strives to represent the diverse tapestry of America, discussions about anti-Semitism, its manifestations, and its influence on party politics have become more crucial than ever. Susan leads an engaging conversation with Bob Shrum, a renowned political strategist and commentator, as they explore the multifaceted dimensions of this complex issue.They also discuss how Joe Biden is currently handling his time in office as well looking into how Robert F. Kennedy JR is conducting himself.Don't miss this insightful and timely conversation, and Subscribe now to stay informed and engaged in the vital discussions shaping the future of American democracy.All this and more on No Holding Back with Susan Estrich.Sign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at: www.noholdingback.fm/Produced by 1985 Productions

In this gripping episode our host Susan Estrich sits down with esteemed legal scholar and former judge, Andrew P. Napolitano, to delve deep into one of the world's most complex and enduring conflicts - the war in Israel. As tensions escalate and international attention intensifies, our dynamic duo takes a close look at the intricacies of this historical conflict and its impact on the global stage.Susan and Andrew bring their expertise to the table, engaging in a candid conversation that aims to shed light on the multifaceted issues surrounding the Israel-Palestine conflict. With Andrew Napolitano's vast legal and constitutional knowledge and Susan Estrich's insightful commentary, listeners gain valuable insights into the legal, ethical, and political dimensions of the war in Israel. Whether you're well-versed in the issue or just getting started, this episode offers fresh insights that are bound to challenge your perspective and expand your knowledge. All this and more on No Holding Back with Susan Estrich.Sign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at: www.noholdingback.fm/Produced by 1985 Productions

Margaret Carlson is an American journalist, political pundit, and an opinion columnist for Bloomberg News. She is known for being the first female columnist for Time magazine. She was a regular panelist for CNN's Capital Gang from 1992 until 2005.Her journalism career has included stints as Washington bureau chief for Esquire, she was managing editor at The New Republic until January 1988, when she joined Time magazine. In 1994, she became the first female columnist in the magazine's history. Carlson covered four presidential elections for TIME, but in 2005 she left for Bloomberg News where she writes a column.In this episode, Susan and Margaret discuss why Donald Trump wears indictments like a "badge of honour", will he get another term as President and if this is all reflected in the polls.All this and more on No Holding Back with Susan Estrich.Sign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at: www.noholdingback.fm/Produced by 1985 Productions

Michael Levine is an American writer and public relations expert. He is the author of many books on public relations including Guerrilla PR and he has represented 58 Academy Award winners, 34 Grammy Award winners, and 43 New York Times best-sellers, including Michael Jackson, Barbra Streisand, and George Carlin among many others. Michael is also the founder of Boundless Media (www.boundlessmediausa.com)In this incredible episode, Susan and Michael discuss 'Perception vs Reality' in politics. Asking many probing questions, such as; "Why is Joe Biden (perceived) not loved?" "How does Trump do it?" Michael brings his expertise to the conversation with some fascinating examples and some incredible anecdotes to prove these theories.All this and more on No Holding Back with Susan Estrich.Sign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at: www.noholdingback.fm/Produced by 1985 Productions

David Corn is an American political journalist and author. He is the Washington, D.C. bureau chief for Mother Jones and is best known as a cable television commentator. Corn worked at The Nation from 1987 to 2007, where he served as Washington editor. Between them, Susan and David discuss the phenomenon in American Politics surround the indictment of Donald Trump. David references his book to discuss the wild and harrowing story of the Republican Party’s decades-long relationship with far-right extremism, bigotry, and paranoia.​All this and more on No Holding Back with Susan Estrich.Sign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at: www.noholdingback.fm/Produced by 1985 Productions

Danya Perry is a Founding Member of Perry Law PLLC. She most recently worked as deputy general counsel and chief of litigation at MacAndrews & Forbes Incorporated. Previously, Danya served as deputy attorney general for the state of New York and chief of investigations for the Moreland Commission to Investigate Public Corruption. In this episode Susan and Danya discuss the deformation case between E. Jean Carroll and Donald Trump and ask the question wether anything has changed in our society?  They also analyse the case of Leon Black, a philanthropist and financier of first rank, that had been a victim of lurid allegations, Susan and Danya discuss the claims that were a total fabrication. All this and more on No Holding Back with Susan Estrich.Sign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at: www.noholdingback.fm/Produced by 1985 Productions

Nita Farahany is an Iranian American author and distinguished professor and scholar. Nita joins Susan to discuss her critically acclaimed book, The Battle for Your Brain: Defending the Right to Think Freely in the Age of Neurotechnology.  Together they discuss the implications of emerging neuroscience, genomics, and artificial intelligence for law and society; legal and bioethical issues and conclude if our society is ready for it?All this and more on No Holding Back with Susan Estrich.Sign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at: www.noholdingback.fm/Produced by 1985 Productions

In this episode of No Holding Back, Susan is joined by Dan Schnur. Dan is a Professor at the University of California – Berkeley’s Institute of Governmental Studies, Pepperdine University’s Graduate School of Public Policy, and the University of Southern California’s Annenberg School of Communications, where he teaches courses in politics, communications and leadership.Susan and Dan talk about what is going on in Republican politics and discuss Tim Scott's chances of getting elected. They also discuss Marjorie Taylor Green and her perception within the party and they also ask the question; Is Joe Biden is too old to be President or is age not an issue?All this and more on No Holding Back with Susan Estrich.Sign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at: www.noholdingback.fm/Produced by 1985 Productions

In this episode, Susan is joined by Eric Schurenberg, an acclaimed journalist and former CEO of Inc. and Fast Company. They tackle the subjects of media trust, the January 6th insurrection, and societal polarization. Together, they delve into the root causes of ideological extremism and question who bears the responsibility. Eric exposes Tucker Carlson's lack of honesty and highlights the falsehoods spread by politicians, specifically regarding Donald Trump's CNN town hall interview. They emphasize the urgent need for legislative standards in online and broadcast media, as well as social media platforms. Lastly, they stress the importance of transparency across all spaces to rebuild trust in media and foster a healthier information ecosystem.All this and more on No Holding Back with Susan Estrich.Sign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at: www.noholdingback.fm/Produced by 1985 Productions

This week, Susan is joined by Bill Kristol, a conservative political analyst, commentator, and public intellectual. Kristol, the former Chief of Staff to the Vice President of the United States for Dan Quayle, shares his insights on the changes that have occurred within the Republican Party over the past ten years. Additionally, he delves into the impact of the era of Donald Trump, highlighting the divisive nature of the former president. The conversation covers topics includingTrumpism, the fallout of January 6th, the polarization of politics in the United States, the challenge of wokeism, potential challengers in the political landscape, prejudices and extremism from the right, and the apprehension felt when calling out Trumpism from a conservative perspective.All this and more on No Holding Back with Susan Estrich.Sign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at: www.noholdingback.fm/Produced by 1985 Productions

In this latest episode of NHB, Susan is joined by Bill Bratton, former New York City and Boston Police Commissioner and former Los Angles Police Chief. He is the only person to have led the police departments of the United States' two largest cities – New York and Los Angeles. Bratton, known for his "broken windows" policing philosophy, takes us through the state of crime, the legislation he believes is affecting the levels of crime, and how it should be addressed. As well as taking us through his perspective, he takes us through the history of policing in the US in the past 50 years. All this and more on No Holding Back with Susan Estrich.Sign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at: www.noholdingback.fm/Produced by 1985 Productions

Phil Ehr is a retired US Navy Commander and founder of the George Washington Initiative, an information civil defense force that works to destabilize and collapse Dis/Misinformation ecosystems. Listen as they delve into Phil’s experience volunteering in Ukraine and how the war is going thus far. Then, they discuss Phil’s efforts to find and dismantle mis/disinformation online via the George Washington Initiative. For more information on Phil's work visit: georgewashingtoninitiative.orgAll this and more on No Holding Back with Susan Estrich.Sign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at: www.noholdingback.fm/Produced by 1985 Productions

Douglas Schoen is a political analyst, consultant, and author. He is best known for his work as a pollster for various political campaigns, including those of President Bill Clinton and New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg. Listen as the pair discuss the issues of electability, from Hillary Clinton’s emails to Donald Trump's indictments; the 2024 Election cycle is looming, and challenges to Biden are imminent. All this and more on No Holding Back with Susan Estrich.Sign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at: www.noholdingback.fm/Produced by 1985 Productions

Andrew Napolitano is a former judge who served on the New Jersey Superior Court from 1987 to 1995. He is also a legal analyst and commentator known for appearing on Fox News and his syndicated column. Napolitano has written several books on legal and political topics, including "Constitutional Chaos: What Happens When the Government Breaks Its Own Laws" and "The Constitution in Exile: How the Federal Government Has Seized Power by Rewriting the Supreme Law of the Land."In this episode, Susan and Napolitano delve into the technical details and legal aspects of the Donald Trump indictment, including potential testimonies from Allen Weisselberg and Michael Cohen and discuss the perceived unpopularity of the previous decision of DA Bragg not to indict the president when first offered. The duo also speculates on the political ramifications for Trump, the implications of having him take the stand, and how it could affect the election and electability of any Republican facing President Biden. The episode also touches on Trump's ego, his decision to keep classified documents at Mar A Lago, and the prosecution's treatment of the January 6th defendants. The episode concludes by briefly discussing the Alex Murdaugh case and Ukrainian War.All this and more on No Holding Back with Susan Estrich.Sign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at: www.noholdingback.fm/Produced by 1985 Productions

Erwin Chemerinsky is a prominent American legal scholar and constitutional law expert, widely regarded as one of the most influential legal scholars in the United States. He is currently the Dean of the UC Berkeley School of Law. Chemerinsky has authored numerous books and articles on constitutional law and has argued several high-profile cases before the US Supreme Court. He frequently comments on legal issues in the media and has been recognized for advocating civil rights and civil liberties. Together they explore the distinction between Antisemitism and Anti-Israel rhetoric, first amendment challenges at universities in the US, the effects of California Proposition 209, and the effects of eliminating affirmative action. Further, the duo delves into cases facing the Supreme Court, discussing the tension between liberty and equality, the potential of student loan forgiveness, and the judicial challenges to the action and further challenges to Section 230.  All this and more on No Holding Back with Susan Estrich.Sign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at: www.noholdingback.fm/Produced by 1985 Productions

Lanny Davis is an American lawyer, lobbyist, author, and crisis management advisor who has worked with high-profile clients like President Bill Clinton, Penn State University, and Michael Cohen. He is an expert in crisis management and has authored several books on the subject. Davis is also a frequent commentator and writer, often appearing on television news programs and contributing opinion pieces to newspapers and magazines.Together they explore the indictment of Donald Trump. With Lanny’s unique perspective of being one of Michael Cohen's defense attorneys, the duo delves into the facts of the case, the potential of further charges, and the mountains of evidence facing the former president.  All this and more on No Holding Back with Susan Estrich.Sign up to receive updates by email when a new episode drops at: www.noholdingback.fm/Produced by 1985 Productions