The Realities of Legal Burdens & the Sound of Regret

In the shadow of Ground Zero, O'Hara's Pub survived 9/11 to become a sacred sanctuary for first responders worldwide. Martha sits down with Mike Keane, co-owner of O’Hara’s Pub, who shares his harrowing firsthand memory of September 11, 2001, running for his life as the towers collapsed, and how local firefighters secretly rebuilt his bar top by night. From the famous "Wall of Patches" to the legacy of Welles Crowther ("The Man in the Red Bandana"), discover how what was once your everyday tavern transformed into a living monument to NYC's resilience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Live from the floor of the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas, Martha MacCallum sits down with radio host and legal commentator Clay Travis for a special bonus episode of The Untold Story.  Clay shares his candid assessment of the convention’s scheduling, weighing its television impact alongside prime-time NFL kickoff games and the upcoming 9/11 anniversary.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Financial services executive and founder of the 9/11Legacy Foundation, Chris Meek reflects on his experience on September 11th and why preserving America's legacy of heroism and unity matters now more than ever. Chris highlights his inspiring new documentary, The Heroism and Resiliency of 9/11, revealing how ordinary citizens displayed extraordinary courage to turn America’s darkest day into a beacon of hope and unity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As our nation prepares to mark 25 years since the September 11th terror attacks, keeping New York City safe remains a critical, constantly evolving responsibility. Ahead of this milestone anniversary, Martha MacCallum sits down with New York City Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum. Commissioner Tisch reflects on her personal 9/11 experience and honors the sacrifices of first responders, including the over 400 NYPD members lost to 9/11-related illnesses. She describes New York City's complex threat landscape, addressing homegrown violent extremists, foreign proxies, and coordination with federal partners like the FBI.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thirty years after Tupac Shakur's tragic murder, former professional wrestler, comedian, and host of Planet Tyrus, Tyrus, details the trial verdict, Suge Knight's influence, and the deadly gang rivalries that reshaped the music industry. Drawing from his firsthand experience guarding Snoop Dogg, Tyrus shares why he believes Tupac was set up by Death Row Records' mob-style tactics. He also highlights Snoop Dogg’s powerful transformation out of the "gangster rap" trap and his words to Tyrus about learning that you don't have to be defined by your past. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Can Catherine, Princess of Wales, save the monarchy amid an ongoing royal feud? Following Prince Harry and Meghan’s surprise decision to move back to the U.K., Martha revisits her conversation with journalist and bestselling author Christopher Andersen. They dive into his book, Kate: The Courage, Grace, and Power of the Woman Who Will Be Queen, revealing behind-the-scenes details of her cancer journey and her vital role in holding the crown together. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is there a dark and illegal reality behind college fraternity culture? Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday joins Martha for an explainer on 'Operation Drugs Unlimited,' exposing how fraternity initiations allegedly turned into upper-level cocaine trafficking. Martha and AG Sunday analyze whether this is individual criminality or a systemic failure of university oversight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former federal prosecutor, U.S. Congressman, and host of Sunday Night in America and The Trey Gowdy Podcast, Trey Gowdy exposes the devastating personal toll of crime, risks OF BEING A WITNESS, and high profile trials. He discusses his latest novel, The Sound of Regret, inspired by a real-life case where an informant was murdered. Trey shares insights on the heavy burdens of prosecution and the legal fallout surrounding some current high-profile cases. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Success Academy Harlem West history teacher Luke Mitchell highlights the extraordinary achievement of his 47 eighth graders who passed a college-level AP exam with an 89% top-score rating, a test typically taken by high schoolers. He explains his classroom philosophy of high standards, daily consistency, and the importance of bringing joy to learning. Luke discusses academic pressure, the role of grading in student motivation, and what it truly takes to drive student achievement in public charter schools. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As conflict intensifies in the Strait of Hormuz, retired U.S. Navy SEAL Mike Sarraille describes the broader geopolitical battle in the Middle East, the strategic necessity of targeting Iran's regime, and the threat of regional escalation.  He also shares the story behind his new Fox Nation documentary, The Final Flight: The Men of Extortion 17, and highlights an upcoming Hudson River swim honoring fallen SEALs.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices