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10/28/2026

A new episode of Back to Business Podcast is out now.

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From growing protests in France to the latest allegations surrounding Congresswoman Ilhan Omar and an alleged OpenAI espionage scandal, this week's headlines are raising some big questions.

Shaya Baum, Michael Kassab and Sarah Annas are back to discuss President Trump's warnings about immigration in Paris, reported investigations involving Ilhan Omar, and concerns over foreign influence in America's leading artificial intelligence companies.

Plus, NFL Rapid Fire returns with the latest on the Detroit Lions, Philadelphia Eagles, Kansas City Chiefs and the biggest Week 6 and Week 7 matchups.

Watch the full episode on YouTube or listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. New episodes every Wednesday at 10 AM.

10/21/2026

New Back to Business Podcast episode out now.

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Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, the Muslim Brotherhood controversy in Michigan politics, and Kelly Clarkson's viral $15,000 bird feud are making headlines.

This week, Shaya Baum, Michael Kassab and Sarah Annas are joined by special guest Alina Istifu to break down the latest Middle East news, political controversies, celebrity drama and the biggest NFL Week 5 and Week 6 storylines.

From Iran-backed Houthi rebels to Kelly Clarkson's public dispute with a small business, there's plenty to debate.

Watch the full Back to Business Podcast episode on YouTube or listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

New episodes every Wednesday at 10 AM.

10/14/2026

A new episode of the Back to Business Podcast is out now.

This week, Shaya Baum, Michael Kassab and Sarah Annas are breaking down some of the most controversial stories making headlines, from religious freedom and American law to sexual assault allegations at Cornell University, the death penalty debate in Tennessee and the biggest NFL matchups.

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SHARIA LAW IN TEXAS: Texas Governor Greg Abbott's concerns over the proposed EPIC City Muslim-centered development near Dallas have reignited debate surrounding Sharia law, religious freedom and constitutional rights. Could religious communities establish rules that conflict with American law?

CORNELL 7 CONTROVERSY: Seven Cornell University fraternity members allegedly sexually assaulted a female student, sparking renewed scrutiny over the university's handling of the allegations. We discuss the investigation, the viral "I Am Jane Doe" movement and questions surrounding university accountability.

CHRISTA PIKE & THE DEATH PENALTY: New questions surrounding Christa Pike's reported botched ex*****on in Tennessee have intensified the debate over lethal injection and capital punishment. Should the state be allowed to attempt another ex*****on?

NFL RAPID FIRE: The Buffalo Bills' first loss, Joe Burrow's 428-yard performance, the Philadelphia Eagles' struggles, Detroit Lions vs. Arizona Cardinals, Chicago Bears vs. Green Bay Packers and more. We're breaking down the latest NFL news and Week 5 matchups.

New episodes every Wednesday at 10 AM on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

10/07/2026

A new episode of the Back to Business Podcast is out now.

This week, Shaya Baum, Michael Kassab and Sarah Annas are remembering October 7, breaking down an unbelievable story in the air, examining a controversial case out of Tennessee and getting into the latest from the NFL.

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OCTOBER 7: THREE YEARS LATER: Three years after the October 7 attack on Israel, Shaya, Mike and Sarah reflect on where they were when they first heard what was happening, what they remember most and the moments that have stayed with them.

ISRAEL-BOUND FLIGHT HIJACKING: A Flydubai flight traveling from Dubai to Tel Aviv descended roughly 17,000 feet after the co-pilot allegedly stabbed the captain and attempted to take control of the aircraft. We discuss what unfolded on board and the passengers, crew and pilots who stepped in during the emergency.

CHRISTA PIKE: A Tennessee ex*****on took an extraordinary turn when Christa Pike remained alive after receiving two syringes of pentobarbital. We get into what happened and the difficult questions that followed: Should the state be allowed to try again, and why can decades pass between a conviction and an ex*****on?

NFL RAPID FIRE: Bears vs. Eagles, Ravens vs. Cowboys, Detroit’s offense, Packers vs. Bucs, Buffalo’s 4–0 chase and more. We’re breaking down some of the biggest conversations around the league.

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09/30/2026

🎙️ HAPPY NATIONAL PODCAST DAY! 🎙️
What better way to celebrate than with a brand-new episode of the Back to Business Podcast.

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This week, Shaya Baum, Michael Kassab and Sarah Annas are getting into politics, identity, kratom and football:

🇺🇸 MICHIGAN SENATE RACE: Mike Kassab shares his experience speaking at a Mike Rogers event as the conversation turns to Rogers, Abdul El-Sayed and the Michigan U.S. Senate race.

👀 FAKE IDENTITY: Philadelphia teacher and activist Hannah Gann admitted she falsely claimed Palestinian, Tunisian and Black heritage for years. We get into the controversy surrounding the woman being compared to the “Palestinian Rachel Dolezal” and how she was able to build credibility around an identity that wasn’t actually hers.

⚠️ WHAT IS KRATOM? Two Ole Miss students died in separate incidents on the same day, and kratom was found during both investigations. With toxicology results still pending, we look at what kratom is, why millions of Americans have tried it and why it’s so readily available at gas stations, smoke shops and online.

🏈 NFL RAPID FIRE: Jaxson Dart, Caleb Williams, the Vikings, Falcons, Chargers and Aaron Glenn’s return to Detroit. We’re hitting some of the biggest conversations around the league.

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09/23/2026

NEW BACK TO BUSINESS PODCAST EPISODE JUST DROPPED: MACKLEMORE, SECRET SCHOOLS & MIDDLE EAST TENSIONS

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This week on the Back to Business Podcast, Sarah Annas, Shaya Baum and Michael Kassab take on four major stories making headlines:

MACKLEMORE CONTROVERSY: Macklemore was dropped from Ed Sheeran’s U.S. tour amid renewed controversy over rhetoric and imagery critics have condemned as antisemitic. Robert Kraft, owner of Gillette Stadium, said his opposition to Macklemore performing at the venue was not about supporting Palestinians, but about rhetoric he viewed as antisemitic.

AFGHAN GIRLS RISK IT ALL TO LEARN: Behind closed doors in Kabul, teenage girls are secretly studying calculus, chemistry and more despite Taliban restrictions. CBS News went inside one of these hidden classrooms, where students shared handwritten “letters to the world” about the freedoms they’ve lost and the futures they still dream of.

SAUDI ARABIA, ISRAEL & THE HOUTHIS: Saudi Arabia faces a growing Houthi threat just weeks after signing a joint defense agreement with Türkiye and Pakistan. As that agreement is put to the test, the hosts discuss Saudi Arabia seeking outside help, the role Israel could play against a shared regional threat and what this could mean for future Israeli-Saudi cooperation.

NFL RAPID FIRE: Bears. Packers. Cowboys. Chiefs. Lions vs. Bills. Seahawks. Giants. Shaya and Michael break down the biggest questions coming out of Weeks 1 and 2.

🎙️ Back to Business Podcast | New episodes every Wednesday at 10 AM on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts

09/22/2026

Eleven years behind bars. Today, Josh is home and free.

After years of fighting against his wrongful conviction, Josh Sedgeman has finally regained his freedom. This is a long-awaited victory and a powerful moment of justice for Josh, his family, and everyone at Firefly Advocates who fought alongside him.

Our team is incredibly proud to have been part of Josh’s journey. Moments like this are why we continue fighting for those who have been wrongfully convicted and working toward the justice they deserve.

Welcome home, Josh.

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09/16/2026

NEW BACK TO BUSINESS PODCAST EPISODE JUST DROPPED: THC, BANS & 9/11

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This week on the Back to Business Podcast, Sarah Annas, Shaya Baum and Michael Kassab take on four major stories making headlines:

🇮🇱 ISRAEL: The UK, France and Canada move to restrict imports from Israeli settlements in Judea and Samaria, prompting pushback from Israel.

🌿 THC & MOTHERHOOD: More than 1,000 new mothers in Idaho have reportedly been placed on the state’s child-abuse registry following positive THC tests. Is a positive test alone enough for a label that can follow a mother for years?

🏈 MICHIGAN FOOTBALL: Michigan’s controversial win over Western Michigan came down to time being put back on the clock and a game-winning Hail Mary. The NCAA says it can’t change the result. Should it be able to?

🇺🇸 25 YEARS SINCE 9/11: A quarter-century later, the hosts remember the nearly 3,000 lives lost and discuss how September 11 changed America and what it means to a generation with no personal memory of that day.

Four stories. Big questions. One conversation you don’t want to miss.

🎙️ Back to Business Podcast | New episodes every Wednesday at 10 AM on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts

09/10/2026

🏡Detroit residents can now apply for free repairs to leaking roofs, broken heating systems, and other serious home problems through 5 p.m. on Sept. 22, 2026. Link to article in comments.

09/09/2026

🎙️ The newest episode of the Back to Business Podcast is LIVE.

META, HAMAS & NFL PREDICTIONS are at the center of this week’s conversation.

Join Sarah Annas, Shaya Baum, and Michael Kassab as they take on three major stories involving social media and kids, Gazans speaking out about Hamas, and who they think will win each NFL division this season.

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In this episode:

🔹 Meta’s $18 Billion Settlement: Kids, Social Media & AI
Meta has agreed to an $18 billion settlement over claims involving the impact of Facebook and Instagram on children’s mental health. With new protections for minors and AI being used to help determine whether users are underage, what does this mean for kids, parents, and privacy online?

🔹 Hamas Chief Captured: Gazans Speak Out
Israeli special forces captured senior Hamas internal security official Muein al-Arabid, who has been accused by Gazan dissidents of kidnapping, torture, and persecuting Palestinians who opposed Hamas. Now, Palestinians who say they suffered under Hamas are speaking publicly about their experiences and raising questions about a side of life in Gaza that receives far less attention.

🔹 NFL Division Predictions: Who Wins Each Division?
The NFL season is here, and it’s time to make some picks. Sarah, Shaya, and Michael go division by division through the AFC and NFC and predict which teams they think will come out on top. Who got it right, and which picks do you disagree with?

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