Fmr. Gov. David Paterson | 06-21-26

The Pulse of the People | 06-21-26

Andrew Cuomo discussing the geopolitical and domestic challenges facing the country while reflecting on the future of the Democratic Party. Regarding international affairs, Cuomo and his guests analyze the instability in the Middle East, specifically critiquing a potential nuclear deal with Iran that they argue relies on unreliable "pinky promises" and fails to address modern drone warfare. Domestically, the program warns of a growing rift between moderate Democrats and a socialist fringe, asserting that the far-left's anti-corporate and anti-police rhetoric is politically toxic and economically destructive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Nazee Moinian | 06-21-26

Andrew Cuomo interviews Dr. Nazee Moinian to dissect the complexities of a contemporary diplomatic agreement between the United States and Iran. Moinian clarifies that the arrangement is a non-binding memorandum of understanding rather than a formal treaty, meaning it lacks the permanence of congressional approval and relies on fragile executive mandates. She critiques the imbalanced negotiation optics in Switzerland, noting that American officials appeared submissive while the Iranian delegation utilized a strategy of "vulgar nationalism" and cultural arrogance to project leverage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Col. Jack Jacobs | 06-21-26

Andrew Cuomo interviews Medal of Honor recipient Jack Jacobs to analyze the volatile geopolitical tensions between the United States, Israel, and Iran. The discussion highlights a cyclical pattern of conflict where Iran utilizes proxy groups like Hezbollah to exert leverage, complicating diplomatic resolutions and threatening the security of international shipping straits. Jacobs argues that a true settlement is unlikely because Iran benefits from the ongoing instability and maintains significant control over the situation's duration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Fmr. Gov. David Paterson | 06-21-26

Former New York Governors Andrew Cuomo and David Paterson criticize the rise of extremism and socialist influence within the Democratic Party, arguing that ideological purity has replaced practical leadership. The former governors express frustration with a modern political climate where far-left fringe candidates are shielded from accountability for personal scandals and radical views by an increasingly absolutist party base. They warn that by prioritizing these "fringe" agendas and pandering to the far left, the party risks losing winnable elections and abandoning the moderate, effective governance that once defined New York and the nation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

Prof. Nazee Moinian | 06-14-26

Andrew Cuomo and Dr. Nazee Moinian regarding a preliminary diplomatic agreement involving the United States, Iran, and Pakistan. The conversation highlights a sixty-day ceasefire and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital maritime corridor that Iran allegedly used as a strategic chokehold to gain international concessions. While the discussion touches on the necessity of a verification regime for Iran's nuclear capabilities, the participants disagree on the underlying motivations for the deal. Cuomo suggests the agreement is a political maneuver to lower domestic fuel prices and project strength before an election, whereas Moinian expresses skepticism about the reliability of the Iranian regime and emphasizes the ongoing regional friction involving Israel and various military proxies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]