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Maria and Alice break down President Biden's State of the Union address and the ensuing heckling from vocal Republican members of Congress. Did the president make the case for his accomplishments or did it fall short? Plus- the controversy over the notion that Republicans plan to sunset Social Security and Medicare. And - the lying Congressman George Santos has yet another claim of deceiving people. Is it time for him to step aside? In this week's Meaningful Moment, Alice and Maria share feedback from viewers and listeners, including from actor Mark Hamill aka Luke Skywalker! Please listen, like, and share with your friends and family!

Maria and Alice discuss the ongoing drip, drip, drip of classified documents turning up here, there, and everywhere. Former Vice President Mike Pence is the latest high level leader to turn over documents. He joins President Biden and former President Trump under scrutiny for mishandling classified documents. The National Archives now says it's time for all past presidents and vice presidents to search for documents. And President Biden touts strong economic numbers while Republicans fight to cut spending ahead of the debt ceiling vote. The duo also talks about the race for Chairman of the Republican National Committee - is it time for new blood? In this week's Meaningful Moment, the two share powerful comments from Holocaust survivor Elie Wiesel who pays tribute to the victims on Holocaust Remembrance Day.

Alice and Maria discuss the many questions surrounding President Biden's alleged mishandling of classified documents. Is the White House being transparent? How does this differ from the probe involving former President Donald Trump and the documents found at Mar-a-Lago? And calls from both sides of the aisle for Congressman George Santos to step down due to his many lies concerning his background. Plus - Washington is on fire about a suggestion to ban gas stoves. Some say "keep your hands off my range" others say "simmer down now." What do you think? In this week's Meaningful Moment, the two leave you with an inspiring message of optimism from both Martin Luther King, Jr and Charlamagne tha God.

Maria and Alice break down the impact of AZ Sen. Kyrsten Sinema's decision to change her party registration from Democratic to Independent. Was this about the current political climate, or her political future? They weigh in on the Georgia Senate runoff election and the GOP battle for speaker of the House. They also discuss the newly formed Facts First organization, designed to respond to the actions of the Republican-led House of Representatives. In this week's Meaningful Moment, the two talk about the intersection of politics and life with comments from Martin Luther King, Jr. and Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison.

Maria and Alice discuss the best ways to break bread with your family and friends without breaking any spirits. Do you avoid politics altogether? Do you agree to disagree? And what does the runoff election in Georgia mean for both parties moving forward. Plus, amidst the tragic shooting at a nightclub in Colorado, a hero emerges, saving untold number of lives. In this week’s meaningful moment, Alice and Maria share inspiring words of gratitude and thanks from Oprah Winfrey.

With just days until the 2022 Midterm elections, Alice and Maria discuss the massive early voting numbers and what party is taking an early lead. The two also discuss the key issues motivating voters across the country. Is it the economy, abortion, crime, or voting rights? In this week's Meaningful Moment, Maria and Alice share powerful words to remind us of the value of your vote.

With just over two weeks until the midterm elections, Alice and Maria talk about the rising impact of gas prices on the electorate. Will the pain at the pump drive voters away? And what are the top of mind issues for voters? Is it the economy, inflation, crime, abortion? Plus- a judge orders former President Donald Trump to turn over emails relating to his bogus claims of election fraud in 2020. And in this week's Meaningful Moment, Maria and Alice talk about how you can choose to be happy and healthy or ill-tempered and envious - you decide.

Alice and Maria talk about the massive devastation left in the wake of Hurricane Ian. They discuss the efforts to rescue people, restore power, and remain safe in the aftermath. In this week's Meaningful Moment, they call for listeners to help those impacted by the storm. Maria calls attention to the Puerto Rican relief efforts through the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) and sends those interested in helping to: lulac.org\prrelieffund and Alice points to this site to help those in Florida: https://action.publicgood.com/campaign/ad84c140-ae22-4ec7-beb9-6d9925377f83

Maria and Alice discuss the controversy surrounding border Governors bussing and flying migrants to Northern cities. What is the political fallout. And - why did Sen. Lindsey Graham bring abortion back into the spotlight. Also- President Biden says the pandemic is over and inflation is under control, but many are skeptical. In this week's Meaningful Moment, the two share inspiring quotes in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month and from John F. Kennedy

Alice and Maria discuss President Biden's speech to the nation and his reference to MAGA Republicans. Why is there an effort to divide the GOP? And the two discuss the impact of Donald Trump on the midterm elections. In this week's Meaningful Moment, they both share words of inspiration from the great tennis legend Serena Williams.