The greatest World Cup in history? Or the most unforgettable?

From shocking upsets and incredible goals to hilarious moments, controversial calls, and unforgettable fans, we break down everything that made the 2026 FIFA World Cup one for the history books

The 2026 FIFA World Cup delivered unforgettable moments, incredible goals, heartbreaking defeats, controversial decisions, and plenty of comedy.

In this special Live From America World Cup recap, Hatem Gabr is joined by two comedians to look back at the tournament through a completely different lens.

Whether you're a die-hard football fan or just watched the biggest matches, this episode celebrates everything that made the 2026 FIFA World Cup unforgettable.

Who was your Player of the Tournament?

What was your favorite moment?

Let us know in the comments.

Guests

Comedian - Dan Naturman

Comedian - Lou Perez

Hosted by - Hatem Gabr

Part 2

As America celebrates 250 years, what has made it one of history's greatest success stories—and what could threaten its future?

In this special anniversary episode, Hatem Gabr sits down with Michel Paradis and Mike Pesca to discuss the ideas, people, and values that shaped America and where the country goes next

America is celebrating 250 years, but what has truly made this country exceptional?

In this special episode of Live From America, Hatem Gabr is joined by Michel Paradis and Mike Pesca for a thoughtful conversation about America's past, present, and future.

Together they discuss the values that built the United States, the role of immigration, entrepreneurship, innovation, sports, comedy, music, and the American spirit that has attracted millions from around the world.

The conversation also explores:

• What America means to people from different backgrounds

• The country's greatest contributions to the world

• The leaders who helped shape modern America

• Why immigration remains one of America's greatest strengths

• The importance of optimism and innovation

• America's biggest challenges over the next 250 years

Rather than focusing only on politics, this episode asks a bigger question:

What does it really mean to be American?

Whether you agree or disagree, this conversation is about celebrating progress while honestly discussing the work still ahead.

If you enjoy thoughtful conversations about politics, culture, history, and current events, don't forget to subscribe and join the discussion below.

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Mike Pesca is an American radio journalist and podcaster based in New York City. He is the host of the daily podcast, The Gist, and the editor of Upon Further Review: The Greatest What-Ifs in Sports History

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Michel Paradis is an American human rights attorney, law professor, and author. He has written several books, most notably The Light of Battle, a biography of Dwight Eisenhower, and Last Mission to Tokyo, about the war crimes trials following the Doolittle Raid during World War II.

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Why is Lebanon one of the most important countries in the Middle East—and why do Iran, Hezbollah, Israel, Syria, and the United States all have a stake in its future?

Former U.S. National Security Council official Hagar Chemali explains the history, geopolitics, and the future of one of the world's most strategically important countries.

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Lebanon is a small country—but it has been at the center of some of the Middle East's biggest conflicts for decades.

In this episode, Hatem sits down with former National Security Council official and former U.S. Mission to the United Nations spokesperson Hagar Chemali to explain why Lebanon matters so much to regional and global politics.

From the creation of Hezbollah in the early 1980s to Iran's regional strategy, Israeli security concerns, and Lebanon's struggle to reclaim its sovereignty, this conversation provides the historical context behind today's headlines.

The discussion also examines the recent Iran-Israel conflict, the strategic decisions made by President Trump, whether military action achieved its objectives, and why diplomacy may have ultimately strengthened Iran's negotiating position.

If you've ever wondered why Lebanon appears in almost every major Middle East crisis, this episode explains the history, the politics, and what could happen next.

Topics Covered

Why Lebanon is strategically important

The origins of Hezbollah

Iran's long-term regional strategy

Lebanon's struggle for sovereignty

Why so many countries compete for influence in Lebanon

The Iran-Israel conflict explained

Trump's strategy toward Iran

Why regime change is so difficult

Intelligence failures and military strategy

The future of Lebanon

Can Hezbollah actually disappear?

The upcoming Lebanon-Israel peace talks

About Our Guest

Hagar Chemali served on the U.S. National Security Council and at the U.S. Mission to the United Nations. She is the creator and host of Oh My World, where she explains international affairs and geopolitics for a broad audience.

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This Week's Guests:

Scott Klug — a former four-term Republican Congressman from Madison, Wisconsin,

who built a unique career at the intersection of journalism, politics, media, and public discourse.

Before entering Congress, Scott was an Emmy Award-winning reporter working in Seattle and

Washington, D.C., giving him a front-row seat to how media shapes politics in America.

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The Iran-Israel conflict is escalating — but should the United States get involved?

This episode breaks down the real debate: nuclear threats, media narratives, and the truth behind war decisions.

In this episode of the Live From America Podcast, Hatem Gabr, Noam Dworman, and Mike Pesca dive into one of the most dangerous global questions right now — the Iran-Israel conflict and whether the United States should intervene.

The conversation explores:

The real risk of Iran obtaining nuclear weapons

Whether military action is justified or a strategic mistake

Civilian impact vs national security priorities

The influence of Israeli leadership and U.S. foreign policy decisions

The episode also expands into:

Donald Trump and concerns about authoritarian tendencies

What Viktor Orbán’s political loss means for democracy

The growing influence of media figures like Tucker Carlson and Megyn Kelly

How conspiracy theories and media narratives are shaping public opinion

This is not a surface-level conversation — it’s a real debate about war, power, media, and truth in a rapidly changing world.

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War isn’t what you think it is.

A former Navy Special Warfare operator and Blackwater contractor reveals what really happens behind military operations, private armies, and global conflict.

This episode of Live From America features a powerful and unfiltered conversation with Trevor Fortner — a former Navy Special Warfare operator and Blackwater private military contractor.

Trevor shares firsthand experiences from war zones, including protecting U.S. Ambassador Zalmay Khalilzad in Iraq, and gives rare insight into how modern warfare actually operates beyond what the public sees.

We break down the reality of war — the difference between controlled military strategy and the chaos experienced on the ground — and explore the controversial world of private military contractors (PMCs), including Blackwater and comparisons to groups like Russia’s Wagner Group.

The conversation dives into:

The truth about private military companies and how they operate

The Nisour Square incident and the complexities behind it

Accountability, regulation, and the evolution of PMCs

The business of war and who really benefits

Patriotism, national service, and cultural identity

Why war may be inevitable — or driven by leadership decisions

Trevor also shares personal reflections on time, leadership, and what he learned from operating in high-risk environments across the world.

This is a deep, thought-provoking discussion about war, power, and the systems that shape global conflict.

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What’s really happening in the Iran war—and how much of what we’re being told is true?

This episode breaks down the lies, the facts, and the dangerous reality behind U.S., Israel, and Iran.

In this episode of the Live From America Podcast, Hatem Gabr and Noam Dworman break down one of the most confusing and high-stakes global conflicts today: the Iran war and the truth behind it.

With conflicting narratives coming from governments, media, and analysts, it’s becoming harder to separate fact from fiction. This conversation cuts through the noise.

They discuss:

The real status of Iran’s nuclear program

Whether military strikes are justified—or dangerous

The strategic logic behind U.S. and Israeli actions

How misinformation and political narratives shape public perception

The risk of escalation across the Middle East

The role of Hamas, drones, and future warfare

Hatem questions whether the threat is being overstated to justify intervention, while Noam argues that underestimating Iran could have catastrophic consequences.

This is a serious, unfiltered discussion about war, intelligence, power, and truth in modern conflict.

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How are decisions made in war when the information is incomplete — or wrong? And how can those same intelligence principles be applied to real life, business, and relationships?

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As global tensions rise — including escalation involving Iran and conflict across multiple regions — understanding how decisions are actually made becomes critical.

In this episode of the Live From America Podcast, Hatem sits down with former U.S. Military Intelligence Officer Trenton Miguez to break down how intelligence really works — in war, in high-stakes environments, and in everyday life.

Trenton operated in high-risk regions across the Middle East, supporting counterterrorism, threat reduction, and de-escalation missions. His work focused on intelligence collection, analysis, and decision-making under uncertainty — where incomplete or incorrect information can change everything.

Today, he applies those same intelligence frameworks to business, leadership, and human behavior — helping people think clearly, assess risk, and make better decisions when the pressure is real.

In this episode, we break down:

The importance of intelligence in times of war and peace

What intelligence really is (and what people get wrong)

Breaking down modern conflict and escalation involving Iran

Intelligence in a world of AI and misinformation

Counterintelligence and deception

Operating under uncertainty with limited information

Public opinion vs reality — truth vs perception

Human intelligence vs artificial intelligence

Why movies get intelligence wrong

The smartest and worst intelligence operations

How to think like a spy in real life

Applying intelligence to business, leadership, and relationships

Core Question of the Episode:

What’s more dangerous —

not having information…

or believing information that’s completely wrong?

Because in the intelligence world, that difference can shape wars, decisions, and outcomes.

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Live From America Podcast explores law, politics, culture, and current events through expert interviews and debate.

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