Questioning the premise is a really important skill that we don't exercise enough. Applying it to broad or precise issues is an important technique to gain competency in when trying to sort what matters.

How will the Justices decide Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization? A look at the arguments, the merits and how 'stare decisis' could be used or discarded. Plus a beat on the need to take it slow with concerns over the Omicron variant.

As much of the country eyes the SCOTUS Mississippi abortion case and the news about Mark Meadows book unfolds, two questions emerge: What is the viability of life at 15 weeks? And what is the responsibility of a President to be truthful about being sick?

Be on the look out for several stories that will shape today and tomorrow: news that Mark Meadows is cooperating with the Jan 6th Select Committee, the SCOTUS Mississippi abortion case set to begin tomorrow, watching Omicron and the economic impact of the pandemic on inflation as well as profit margins.

As Thanksgiving is upon us, Chris takes a step back to think about what he's thankful for: the good as well as the bad, because we learn and grow from the suck.

A Conversation with Jonathan Karl of ABC News about his new book detailing the last act of Trump presidency, his attempts to overturn the 2020 election results and the lead up to and aftermath of January 6th. Plus a beat on changing Self Defense and Stand Your Ground laws in the wake of the killing of Ahmaud Arbery, as well as the verdict in the Rittenhouse trial.

In this special edition episode, we thought it best to have you hear the real time verdict in the Kyle Rittenhouse trial. As we awaited word, some conversation with Chris and listeners around the country, then reaction to the outcome by Chris and some listener responses as the news unfolded.

Chris breaks down several stories on our watch: the continuing trial in the shooting death of Amhaud Arbery, Dems move to censure Rep Paul Gosar, and his hour long interview with Bill Maher.

Chris goes deep into the two ways the jury in the Kyle Rittenhouse case could see the evidence at hand. Was he a victim or was he a vigilante?

A check in with Jeremy Butler, the head of Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America, on their mission, their goals and their support of Veterans. They talk about the intense and active need to cover health costs after exposure to Burn Pits, difficulties in navigating the VA , Veterans' bills stalled in Congress, and how you can help.

Several proceedings are in front of us that are defining who we are: yes, Trump's unsuccessful attempt to keep his January 6th documents protected, but also the trial of our economy and whether inflation will hover and be painful to recovery. Plus: a beat on the trial of Kyle Rittenhouse.

Chris applies the concept of sabotage to several situations we find ourselves in right now: the January 6th Select Committee continuing to issue subpoenas as the DOJ has not yet sorted what to do about Steve Bannon's non-compliance. And whether Karen Tumulty is right that the Progressive Dems should be thanking moderates for slowing down Build Back Better. Plus: A beat on the tragedy at the Astroworld Festival.

Chris is back at it and ready to dig into what is in the $1.2 trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, and a reminder to not take your eye off of Facebook and social media accountability. Plus: Losing a hero in Aaron Rodgers of the Green Bay Packers.

Chris kicks the tires on whether Dems will and can work immigration reform into the reconciliation bill. And a beat on inflation concerns. Plus: the 'Rust' film set shooting: Chris has an easy fix to keep this from happening again.

Chris doesn't want to debate the problems, he wants to figure out the solutions to them. Applied today to the reconciliation framework, the Great Resignation, and the Facebook Papers. And a beat on voting rights as THE hill to die on for Dems.

Chris submits that the reconciliation is gonna get done. But will voting rights? And another thing- once the vaccine is approved for 5-11 year olds, will parents get their kids the shot?

Chris breaks down Trump's delay tactic in suing the National Archives and a deeper dive on Joe Manchin's position of opposition on climate and the Clean Electricity Program. Plus: Protecting the immuno-compromised among us.

Chris remembers the exemplary life and legacy of General Colin Powell. And Another thing: Is Biden doing enough on voting rights?

Chris looks at how it takes cooperation to make pretty much anything happen, and the lack of any such keeps us stymied from progress. As applied to: vaccine mandates vs liberty, Build Back Better infighting, supply chain breakdowns. What are your priorities?

Chris applies the lens of our 'standards' to look at what we allow and when we say 'enough': with COVID and kids; with John Gruden's resignation; with former President Trump and Ashli Babbitt; with comedian Dave Chappelle and with our politics.

Chris speaks with General Stan McChrystal about his new book 'Risk: A Users Guide', and the significance of assessing and analyzing risks vs benefits in real time to make informed decisions.

When looking at the Judiciary Committee report on Trump's attempts to overturn election results, more instructive may be the GOP response. Also- why aren't things getting better? And a big story about a big fish.

Chris goes in depth with Representative Ro Khanna of California on the ongoing infrastructure negotiations, the debt ceiling stalemate, and the pace of growth by the progressive caucus within the Democratic party.

Chris checks in with Democratic strategist and Clinton advisor Paul Begala about all the handwringing going on within the Democratic party and what they all want at the end of the day. Plus a beat on the breakdowns in the global supply chain and why you should care.