Don Lemon
Mentioned in 104 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
# Don Lemon Former CNN host and independent journalist arrested and federally indicted by the Trump administration for reporting on an anti-ICE protest at a Minnesota church, with charges including conspiracy and violating the FACE Act. His case has become a prominent example in podcast discussions of First Amendment concerns, press freedom under attack, and prosecutorial overreach. Lemon has maintained his not guilty plea and vowed to continue reporting despite legal challenges.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
The MeidasTouch Podcast · Jun 10, 2026
U.S. Strikes Iran
“Co-hosting New York 12 debate on MeidasTouch Network with Katie Couric”
The Megyn Kelly Show · May 21, 2026
Colbert's PAINFUL Goodbye, Lemon's Whining About White Men, and Trump's Hilarious Rant, with Stu Burguiere | Ep. 1322
“Fired from CNN; now writing Substack blaming white men and Chris Licht for his dismissal”
Scrolling with Hayley · May 5, 2026
’Snapchat King’ Swalwell Busted for Naughty Pics - Scrolling w/ Hayley (Ep. 292)
“Interviewed Taylor Lorenz about Queers for Palestine hypocrisy, making her appear unreasonable”
Letters from an American · Apr 26, 2026
White House Correspondents' Dinner
“Arrested by Trump administration as part of crackdown on independent media.”
The Powers That Be: Daily · Apr 23, 2026
The Beltway’s MAGA Prom
“Publicly stated he won't attend dinner, choosing to attend other parties instead; example of press resistance to Trump attendance.”
Hot Mics with Billy Bush · Apr 8, 2026
Blake Lively... Settlement? + Astronauts Are Heading Home! +Trump Avoids War... for a couple weeks
“Discussed arrest and subsequent social media success; example of how Trump's actions can lionize media figures”
Scrolling with Hayley · Apr 2, 2026
Don Lemon for President?! - Scrolling w/ Hayley (Ep. 269)
“Discussed teasing presidential run and claiming ability to run news networks and country better than Donald Trump”
Armstrong & Getty On Demand · Apr 1, 2026
I Couldn't Find My Pink Stretchy Shorts!!
“Reported to be considering presidential run and claiming superiority to Donald Trump”
O'Connor & Company · Apr 1, 2026
Kristi Noem’s Husband, GW University Tuition, Reagan Reese, Critter News
“Made claim on podcast that he could solve nation's problems 'lickety split' if president”
Nashville's Morning News with Dan Mandis · Mar 31, 2026
The Chris Cross Hand-Off
“Former CNN host considering presidential run; discussed lack of self-awareness about rules”
Nashville's Morning News with Dan Mandis · Mar 31, 2026
Hour 4 of NMN, Cpt. Shem Malmquist + The Chris Cross Hand-Off
“Discussed regarding potential presidential run and commentary on rules for Black candidates”
Bulwark Takes · Mar 19, 2026
Don Lemon Responds to Being Arrested and Put On Trump’s “Enemies List”
“Arrested and detained overnight by federal agents; placed on Trump's enemies list; discusses weaponization of law enforcement”
Behind the Bastards · Mar 10, 2026
Part One: From Elliott Rodger to Clavicular: The Story of Incel Evolution
“CNN anchor referenced in podcast banter about a party where hosts drank Malort and took photos with him”
NPR News Now · Feb 28, 2026
NPR News: 02-27-2026 7PM EST
“Journalist charged in relation to Minnesota church ICE protest demonstration”
IHIP News · Feb 28, 2026
Real Reason Anderson Cooper Left CBS News Amid Bari Weiss & Trump's Hostile Takeover
“Independent media journalist arrested and charged by DOJ; example of government press intimidation”
Scrolling with Hayley · Feb 26, 2026
Chucky Schumer Is Proud To be America LAST!? - Scrolling w/ Hayley (Ep. 244)
“Being sued by churchgoer for emotional distress from church storming incident during protest coverage”
Scrolling with Hayley · Feb 24, 2026
Libs HATE Beer, ‘Merica & WINNING!!! - Scrolling w/ Hayley (Ep. 242)
“CNN host who criticized Kash Patel for celebrating with hockey team as tacky and inappropriate”
IHIP News · Feb 24, 2026
Trump Strokes Out Mid-Speech & DHS Holds Don Lemon's Phone Hostage in Dirty DOJ Move
“Journalist whose phone was seized by federal authorities; guest discussing government overreach and media freedom”
Amicus With Dahlia Lithwick | Law, justice, and the courts · Feb 21, 2026
Trump’s Tariffs Overturned
“Journalist indicted under FACE Act for covering ICE protest at Minnesota church; charged with conspiracy and interfering with religious freedom”
Scrolling with Hayley · Feb 19, 2026
The Boy Who Cried Racist! - Scrolling w/ Hayley (Ep. 239)
“CNN host featured in montage calling Trump racist and xenophobic”
Judging Meghan · Feb 17, 2026
Sitting With the Hard Stuff: Trauma, Healing, and Finding Peace with Author and Activist Oneika Mays
“Journalist mentioned as covering criminal justice disparities and systemic inequality issues”
Deepen with Pastor Joby Martin · Feb 16, 2026
Be Salt and Light - Matthew S2E2
“Referenced alongside Fuentes as example of Christian label without authentic discipleship”
On with Kara Swisher · Feb 16, 2026
Scott Galloway: How to Hit Trump Where it Hurts (Unsubscribe)
“Referenced as example of public figure facing legal consequences for political activism; used as joke about arrest risk”
The Briefing with Jen Psaki · Feb 14, 2026
Noem-zilla: Diva behavior and infidelity rumors cap disastrous week for Trump's DHS secretary
“Independent journalist and Trump critic pleading not guilty to charges from Trump Justice Department”
The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell · Feb 14, 2026
Ali Velshi reveals latest humiliation for Trump in devastating new poll
“Journalist who entered not guilty plea in Minnesota federal court on charges from covering protest”
Timcast IRL · Feb 14, 2026
HE WON'T GET AWAY WITH IT w/ Kangmin Lee & Davey Jax
“Former CNN anchor indicted under FACE Act for participation in church protest disruption in Minnesota; central case study for prosecutorial discretion”
Red Eye Radio · Feb 11, 2026
02-11-26 Part Two - Heaven or Hell
“Referenced as example of secular figure attending church, used to illustrate Democratic shift toward religious rhetoric”
The Dan Bongino Show · Feb 10, 2026
No Dudes In Dresses (Ep. 2449)
“Former CNN host; facing legal charges for allegedly accosting church attendees during protest; compared himself to civil rights leaders”
Judging Meghan · Feb 10, 2026
Choosing Empathy Over Fear: Grief, Courage, and the Power of Community with Tanya Monaghan & Luisa Cabrera Faist
“Journalist arrested during stream, cited as example of press freedom under attack”
The Matt Walsh Show · Feb 9, 2026
Ep. 1731 - That Anti-American Super Bowl Half Time Show Should Be A Wake Up Call For Real Americans
“CNN commentator who called for 'fumigation' and 'surgical removal' of Trump supporters and MAGA Republicans”
The Tara Palmeri Show · Feb 7, 2026
Florida Governor Hopeful James Fishback MELTS DOWN on Race & Immigration
“Subject of Fishback's controversial statement about public execution for church ransacking during protests”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · Feb 7, 2026
Victor Davis Hanson RETURNS: Bay Area Democrats Play Populist at the Expense of the Middle Class
“Discussed regarding church disruption incident and potential civil rights prosecution in Minnesota”
Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey · Feb 6, 2026
Ep 1299 | Matthew West Isn’t Afraid of the Online Mob. Here’s What Changed Him
“CNN personality whose confrontation with a pastor during church service was discussed as example of faith-based courage.”
The Ebro, Laura, Rosenberg Show · Feb 6, 2026
31.) Friday Freedom + Super Bowl Weekend (2/6/26)
“Former CNN anchor; discussed regarding professional trajectory, arrest, and media criticism from hosts”
The DSR Network · Feb 6, 2026
Need to Know: How the Media Has Dropped the Ball on Epstein and on the First Amendment
“Arrested while covering Minneapolis protests, exemplifying press freedom violations”
Red Eye Radio · Feb 6, 2026
02-06-26 Part One - Return Of The ShamWow! Guy
“Former CNN anchor now at News Nation; ratings down 90% overall and 95% in 25-54 demographic from CNN”
The Press Box · Feb 6, 2026
More on the Washington Post Bloodbath, Don Lemon’s Arrest, and the ESPN-NFL Deal
“Journalist arrested in Minnesota while covering church protest; charged with conspiracy to deprive rights”
The DSR Network · Feb 5, 2026
Words Matter: Surveying the Devastation of the Past Week of Business as Usual Under Trump
“Arrested for covering news story; incident treated as one-day story by media”
DSR's Words Matter · Feb 5, 2026
Surveying the Devastation of the Past Week of Business as Usual Under Trump
“Reporter arrested by Trump administration for covering news story; represents First Amendment attacks”
The Read · Feb 5, 2026
The Curious Case of a Clash Concert
“Released from jail by white male partner; became viral meme subject for his facial expressions during reunion”
Live Free with Josh Howerton · Feb 5, 2026
Megachurch Pastor Reacts to Billie Eilish & Jelly Roll's Grammy Speeches | Live Free with Josh Howerton
“Media figure who received standing ovation despite involvement in church disruption during BLM protests, illustrating cultural double standards”
The Oath and The Office · Feb 5, 2026
Trump vs. the Rule of Law: A 5-Year-Old Detained + Election Power Grab
“Journalist being sued by Trump administration for covering non-violent church protest; example of litigation intimidation”
Ruthless Podcast · Feb 5, 2026
Why Democrats Hate Voter ID (SAVE ACT)
“Journalist; arrested for disrupting church service; subject of debate about press freedom vs. protest tactics”
Brief Recess: A Legal Podcast with Michael Foote & Mélissa Malebranche · Feb 5, 2026
Don Lemon on ICE and the Latest Epstein File Drop
“Journalist arrested on federal charges for allegedly conspiring with protesters at Minnesota church”
The Megyn Kelly Show · Feb 4, 2026
VP JD Vance on Deportations, Greenland, and Don Lemon, PLUS Latest on Savannah Guthrie's Mom's Abduction, with Ashleigh Banfield and James Fitzgerald Ep. 1245
“Former CNN anchor; arrested for disrupting church service; discussed regarding First Amendment limits”
The Riley Gaines Show · Feb 4, 2026
Rich Celebs vs Working Americans | The Riley Gaines Show
“Attended Grammys; recently violated civil rights of Christians according to host commentary”
Stay Tuned with Preet · Feb 3, 2026
Political Retribution: From Minnesota to Georgia
“Independent journalist arrested under FACE Act for covering church protest; subject of DOJ conspiracy charges”
The View: Behind the Table · Feb 3, 2026
Alyssa Farah Griffin Is Feeling The Love
“Journalist; arrested for conducting journalism, mentioned as major news story overshadowed by other events”
The Megyn Kelly Show · Feb 3, 2026
Shock New Details About Guthrie Kidnapping, and Don Lemon's Absurd Kimmel Appearance, with Rich Lowry, Charles C.W. Cooke, Jim Fitzgerald, and Randy Sutton | Ep. 1244
“Former CNN anchor indicted under FACE Act for disrupting church service and intimidating parishioners”
The Editors · Feb 3, 2026
Episode 845 : Lemon's Run-In with the Law
“Former CNN anchor arrested for conspiracy to deprive church congregants of civil rights during Minneapolis church disruption”