About Going Disparate: Politics and Crime with Pam and Mara
Two lifelong criminal attorneys and political activists, Mara Dolan, a Democrat, and Pam Rogers, a Republican, cross the partisan divide to discuss some of America's most polarizing positions. Going Disparate will keep you informed of all of the headlines in our nation's politics. So grab your coffee and join us as we hash out the headlines, dissect criminal cases, and dive into politics with passion and vigor. We aren't afraid to go there. We're going disparate.
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Going Disparate: Crime and Politics with Pam and Mara
From Battlefield to Bipartisanship: A Conversation with Congressman Seth Moulton on Veterans' Rights and Mental Health
Join Pam & Mara as they talk with Massachusetts Congressman Seth Moulton on Veterans' Rights and Mental Health, drawing on his experience in the United States Marines. His bipartisanship in Congress has led to the expansion of the 988 mental health hotline, as well as the GI Restoration Bill. Plus, some great conversation between your hosts about our legal system!
Congressman Seth Moulton was elected in 2014 to represent Massachusetts' 6th Congressional District. He served four tours in Iraq with the United States Marines. He serves on the House Armed Services Committee, the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, and the Select Committee on Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party. Connect with Representative Moluton on social media @sethmoulton and @repmoulton.
26 Jul 2023
America's Sunny Outlook, Part 2: A conversation with Simon Rosenberg
Democratic analyst Simon Rosenberg, the only political analyst who forecast that there would be no red wave in 2022, joins Pam and Mara to talk about the unelectability of third-party candidates, from the Green Party to No Labels, and why he says No Labels is full of deceit and lies, what he thinks RFK, Jr. is really aiming for, letting young people love their country the way we did, and more. You can subscribe to Simon Rosenberg’s Hopium Chronicles on Substack (https://simonwdc.substack.com/p/still-waiting-for-the-red-wave-a), follow him on Twitter @SimonWDC and on Threads @Simon_WDC, and find him regularly on MSNBC and quoted in The New York Times, The Washington Post, among many others.
19 Jul 2023
America's Sunny Outlook, Part 1: A conversation with Simon Rosenberg
Democratic analyst Simon Rosenberg, the only political analyst who forecast that there would be no red wave in 2022, joins Pam and Mara to talk about why America is having a good summer, from record employment and rising wages to reduced crime and a quiet border. You can subscribe to Simon Rosenberg’s Hopium Chronicles on Substack (https://simonwdc.substack.com/p/still-waiting-for-the-red-wave-a), follow him on Twitter @ SimonWDC and on Threads @ Simon_WDC, and find him regularly on MSNBC and quoted in The New York Times, The Washington Post, among many others.
12 Jul 2023
Decoding the Gavel: The Supreme Court and America's Justice System with Michael Dorf
Join Mara as she sits down with Cornell Law Professor Michael Dorf to talk about the recent Supreme Court rulings, the effects of these rulings, and America's justice system as a whole. Michael Dorf is the Robert S. Stevens Professor of Law at Cornell Law School, a Constitutional Scholar, frequent legal commentator in the press, and is the leading blogger of the informative and insightful blog on the law, Dorf on Law. You can connect with Michael at @Dorfonlaw on Twitter.
5 Jul 2023
The Democratic Economy Unveiled: Steve Kerrigan on Biden's Successes, Voter Outreach, and Beyond
Massachusetts Democratic Party Chair Steve Kerrigan joins Pam and Mara to talk about the Biden economy, record low unemployment, record deficit reduction, increased wages, how Democrats will get this information out to voters, and more! Steve Kerrigan is Chair of the Massachusetts Democratic State Committee. He was Chief of Staff of the Presidential Inauguration Committee for President Obama and Senator Ted Kennedy’s political director. He serves as president and CEO of the Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center and is founder and president of the Massachusetts Military Heroes fund.
28 Jun 2023
All Things Republican with Bob Clegg
Former New Hampshire State Senator Bob Clegg joins Pam to talk about “retail politics” and what that means in their First in the Nation Primary state. They also run down all the current Republican Presidential candidates, tell a bunch of fun stories, and more!
Senator Bob Clegg was elected four times to the New Hampshire House of Representatives (the General Court), as a Republican from Hudson. He was then elected to three terms as a State Senator. He was a member of leadership in both the House and the Senate.
21 Jun 2023
Country First: Insights from Fmr. Congressman Mike Capuano on Congress, Voting, and Bridging Divides
Former Congressman Mike Capuano joins Pam and Mara to talk about what Americans need to understand about Congress, voting for imperfect candidates, how to reduce divisiveness, the Trump indictment, why he puts country over Party, and more! Mike Capuano served in the U.S. House of Representatives for 20 years, representing parts of Boston, Cambridge, and his hometown of Somerville, MA. He served as Chair of the House Task Force on Ethics, on the Financial Services Committee, and the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. He was appointed by President Biden to the Public Buildings Reform Board.
14 Jun 2023
Unmasking Trump with special guest Scot Lehigh
Scot joins Pam and Mara to talk about the biggest story in politics and crime this week, the Trump indictment and why the charges against Trump are so serious, along with how Republicans are responding, Chris Christie’s making the case against Trump, and Scot’s new novel, “Just East of Nowhere”. Scot Lehigh is a popular columnist for The Boston Globe, where he has held several editorial positions and served on the political reporting staff. He has just published his first novel, “Just East of Nowhere”. Connect with Scot on Twitter @GlobeScotLehigh. You can buy Scot’s book here (https://www.amazon.com/Just-East-Nowhere-Scot-Lehigh/dp/1952143578/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1KVK7PTBHBF05&keywords=scot+lehigh&qid=1686691174&sprefix=scot+lehigh%252Caps%252C620&sr=8-1&_encoding=UTF8&tag=supportforals-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=bc379ed109b1e0940973baf967db7318&camp=1789&creative=9325)! We may receive a commission if you order this book.
31 May 2023
America's Mental Health Crisis with Matt Mayberry
Pam and Mara interview former Republican Congressional Candidate Matt Mayberry. Matt talks about his 2020 Congressional run, being a gay Republican and about his commitment to veterans, his vast array of charitable work here in the Granite State as well as the mental health crisis in America and more!
Matt Mayberry is a very active citizen in New Hampshire. In 2020, he ran for Congress in the Republican primary. In 2021, the Dover Chamber of Commerce named him their “Citizen of the Year.” He has volunteered for the Salvation Army, Dover Soup Kitchen, and End the 68 Hours of Hunger. Keeping his promise to serve his Country, this Air Force veteran created Prayers for Prevention. This event is held on the first Sunday in May where area churches pray for the end of suicide. He has also created Wreaths of Hope which honors over 2,000 fallen patriots by placing wreaths on their gravesites. Now Matt serves as the Executive Vice President at the New Hampshire Home Builders Association. He is also a licensed real estate agent in N.H. You can connect with Matt on Twitter at @mattmayberrynh and on Facebook (www.facebook.com/mattmayberrynh.com).
24 May 2023
The Political Pulse: The National Political Scene with Corey Lewandowski
Mara and Pam speak with Corey Lewandowski about the current national political scene, the field of Republican presidential hopefuls, possible VP picks if President Trump gets the nod, plus the role of media outlets in today's society. Corey Lewandowski is a 3-time best-selling author and long-time Republican political strategist and advisor, campaign manager to Donald Trump's successful 2016 presidential bid, and most importantly a husband and father to his beautiful wife and four children. Connect with Corey on Twitter @clewandowski_ and follow Going Disparate on Instagram and Twitter @goingdisparate. Interested in reading Corey's works? Use the links below. Note: affiliate links are used and we may receive a commission if you click.
“Let Trump Be Trump” by Corey Lewandowski and David Bossie (https://www.amazon.com/Let-Trump-Be-Inside-Presidency/dp/1546083286/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1684802854&sr=1-1&_encoding=UTF8&tag=supportforals-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=3bdbbec28f7deb612c00a36a39c4049b&camp=1789&creative=9325)
“Trump’s Enemies” by Corey Lewandowski and David Bossie (https://www.amazon.com/Trumps-Enemies-State-Undermining-Presidency/dp/1546076204/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1684803194&sr=1-3&_encoding=UTF8&tag=supportforals-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=ea42112f031f293ba992a4732d592e90&camp=1789&creative=9325)
“Trump: America First” by Corey Lewandowski and David Bossie (https://www.amazon.com/Trump-America-President-Succeeds-Against/dp/1546085297/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1684802658&sr=1-1&_encoding=UTF8&tag=supportforals-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=783224ac97a07ec7f16d07bbcf95f7b9&camp=1789&creative=9325)
17 May 2023
Marijuana, Bipartisanship, and Witches: The Granite State at a Glance with Maureen Mooney
Join Pam and Mara as they interview Republican State Representative Maureen Mooney of New Hampshire. Rep. Mooney talks with us about the possible legalization of marijuana in New Hampshire and the unprecedented makeup of the House members causing bipartisanship to be key to getting things done. We also talk about the famous New Hampshire (alleged) witch Goody Cole and the new movement to have her vindicated. Rep. Maureen Mooney, a Republican, is in her fifth term representing Merrimack in the New Hampshire House of Representatives, called the General Court. Currently, Maureen serves on the House Finance Committee as the vice chairman of Division III. Additionally, she is a co-chair of the Speakers Advisory Group and an alternate on the Fiscal Committee. Maureen has been a member of and held various positions in local, county, and state party committees including Chairman of the Platform Committee, Secretary of the party, and delegate to the Republican National Convention in 2008. In 2012, she was appointed a member of the Electoral College for the Republican Presidential nominee. She received her M.Ed. from New England College, J.D. from the Massachusetts School of Law, and a B.A. from the Thomas Mooe College of Liberal Arts. Connect with Maureen at www.votemooney.com.
10 May 2023
True Crime Tales and Political Insights with Special Guest Evan Falchuck
Pam and Mara talk about famous crimes: Jonestown, Lizzie Borden, John Lennon, and the Lindbergh kidnapping, and what makes them so fascinating. Then, special guest Evan Falchuk joins us. Evan Falchuk founded the United Independent Party and ran for Governor of Massachusetts. He later registered as a Democrat and now speaks out on what he believes is dangerous about third parties, and what he believes is a better voting system: ranked choice voting. Connect with Evan at on Twitter, @efalchuk.
3 May 2023
Episode 3: A Conversation with Raymond Buckley
Pam and Mara talk about Tucker Carlson's departure from Fox and what may have been behind it, then are joined by NH Dems Chair Ray Buckley on how New Hampshire is adapting to the DNC plan to make another state the first-in-the-nation primary, misperceptions about what NH is really like, and the moment that moved him the most in the last presidential primary. Ray Buckley has served as Chair of the New Hampshire Democratic Party since 2007. He previously served as Vice Chair of the Democratic National Committee and as president of the Association of Democratic State Committees. He also served, like Pam, as a member of the New Hampshire House of Representatives and rose to Party Whip.
3 May 2023
Episode 2: A Conversation with Mike Rogers
Interview with former Congressman Mike Rogers (MI-8), a potential Republican candidate for President. We spoke about the recent intelligence leaks as well as other intel leaks and the impact those leaks have on our country, our allies and our enemies, how the youth vote will impact the race for President, and more! Mike Rogers is a former member of Congress representing Michigan’s Eighth Congressional District, and previously served as an officer in the U.S. Army and FBI special agent. While in Congress Mr. Rogers chaired the powerful House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence (HPSCI) where he authorized and oversaw a budget of $70 billion that funded the nation’s 17 intelligence agencies. Washington Post columnist David Ignatius remarked, Mike was “a rare example of bipartisanship.
3 May 2023
Episode 1: Politics & Crime with Pam and Mara
Pam and Mara talk about how they met, how their friendship led them to understand how good friends don’t have to agree on everything, and what it means to go disparate.
20 Apr 2023
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