Craig Silverman is an active Colorado trial lawyer at Craig Silverman Law, LLC. Craig served for sixteen years at the Denver District Attorney‘s Office where he was a Chief Deputy District Attorney. Craig has appeared hundreds of times on local and national media. Subjects have included the death penalty, serial rapists, the JonBenet Ramsey case, Columbine, the Oklahoma City Bombing trials, the Kobe Bryant case and the Aurora movie theater massacre. Craig is the host of The Craig Silverman Show which airs Saturday mornings at 9am Colorado time.
Episodes
Saturday Nov 04, 2023
Saturday Nov 04, 2023
Rundown -
Cliff May - 11:46
Troubadour Dave Gunders - 50:46
"When the Lion Lays Down" by Dave Gunders - 56:46
Opening monologue addresses our fraught times and the shameful accusations by attorney broadcaster Mark Levin against fellow Jews who broadcast at CNN. Tapper and Blitzer were wrongly belittled by this loud MAGA enforcer. Self-hatred is an accusation classic for MAGA; displaying their projection and confession. Take on MAGA propagandists and capitulators and you’ll be labeled a hater by dangerous attorneys like Levin.
Olbermann called Levin out with trademark humor, but in an excessively MAGA-mean way. Why mispronounce Levin’s name and say he’s a creature? Not nice to mock Levin for his asthma, heart problems and voice. Attack him substantively, not for immutable characteristics. Don’t emulate GOP. We’ve got the sound and constructive criticism.
Clifford D. May is the founder and president of FDD (Foundation for Defense of Democracies), a nonpartisan policy institute focusing on national security created immediately following the 9/11/01 attacks on the United States. Now, following the Hamas attack on 10/7/23, we must consider May’s informed views more than ever.
Under his leadership, FDD has become one of the nation’s most highly regarded think tanks and a sought-after voice on national security issues, including Russia, Iran and Israel. FDD’s staff and advisory board consists of scholars and experts on terrorism, nonproliferation, human rights, Islamism, democratization and related issues.
Cliff May’s had a long and distinguished career in international relations, journalism, communications and politics. A veteran news reporter, foreign correspondent and editor (at The New York Times and other publications). He’s a regular columnist for the Washington Times.
https://www.washingtontimes.com/staff/clifford-d-may/
Cliff May has covered stories around the world, including datelines from Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Israel, the West Bank, Jordan, Egypt, Turkey, the U.A.E., Bahrain, Oman, Sudan, Ethiopia, Nigeria, Chad, Mexico, Argentina, Northern Ireland, Hungary, Kazakhstan, China and Russia. He covered the fall of the Shah of Iran.
Back in the day, fresh off that stint at the New York Times, Cliff May lived in Colorado and was an ace at the sadly departed Rocky Mountain News. He’d also host talk shows at 850KOA. Now, he’s trying to save the world by advocating wise strategies based on knowledge.
https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2023/oct/31/iran-is-globalizing-second-war-against-jews/
There’s no sugarcoating the threat. It’s a war on Jews and the West. Various options for Israel, USA, Americans, Israelis and worldwide Jewry considered. Find out what Cliff May thinks of X and reactions to the Musk takeover.
https://www.washingtontimes.com/staff/clifford-d-may/
Show Troubadour Dave Gunders is celebrating his 70th birthday this week and we take time to note he’s the perfect example of a Jewish mensch for his music, family and great values. He and his daughters Sarah and Rachel, both now accomplished women, sing with Dad on When the Lion Lays Down.
Thursday Nov 02, 2023
Thursday Nov 02, 2023
Rundown -
Dafna Michaelson Jenet - 16:49
The Craig Silverman Show presents: Craig’s Colorado Homefront – a special wartime spinoff series featuring influential people discussing the world’s war about Jews and Israel. New realities are contemplated on college campuses, worldwide streets and in the legislatures of Colorado and the USA.
Representative Ken Buck’s stepping down and host contemplates why and his possible replacements, including long lost pal George Brauchler. Many talk show hosts are contemplating the GOP run. Before we hear from CO State Senator Dafna Michaelson Jenet, host plays horrifying sound recounting Hamas attack on family of four, according to US SOS Tony Blinken.
Senator Michaelson Jenet was born in Tel Aviv, then raised in Cincinnati and has risen now to represent Senate District 21 (Adams and Arapahoe County) in the Colorado Statehouse. She’s got skills organizing and working with all sorts of people. A proud Jew, she contemplates our altered planet now that Hamas has attacked Israel. And some in the world, such as Putin, support Hamas.
Hear the Senator’s reaction to new US House Speaker Michael Johnson, an apparent supporter of Israel. Learn the behind the scenes way the Tim Hernandez controversy was handled by Senator Michaelson Jenet and why. She’s outspoken and smart. We discuss what media should report. And not. Hard truths need to be told.
https://leg.colorado.gov/legislators/dafna-michaelson-jenet
The horrible response to Hamas by CU-Boulder’s Ethnic Studies Department is reviewed. So is the old case of disgraced former CU Professor Ward Churchill who long ago twisted Israelis into so-called Nazis committing atrocities against children. The sad Jew-hating actions and rhetoric of Elon Musk gets harshly critiqued. X has gone to Hell.
We discuss Dafna Michaelson Jenet’s controversial X post about personally fearing violence at the hands of Hamas. It's now a common fear for Jews and perhaps others. Hamas has a vicious Jew-hating mindset that can run wild. We talk about how best to stop it on Craig’s Colorado Homefront. We also talk about the need for mental health and the ADL. Thanks for being part of our community.
Saturday Oct 28, 2023
Saturday Oct 28, 2023
Rundown -
Troubadour Dave Gunders - 16:24
"Hard of Understanding" by Dave Gunders - 29:36
Allison Gill - 36:31
Dr. Allison Gill is an outstanding guest. She’s a military veteran who worked at the US Veterans Affairs until she became publicly critical of then President Trump. Exercising her free speech rights cost Gill the career she had planned, but launched her toward amazing popularity as a magnificent and prolific podcaster.
https://twitter.com/craigscolorado/status/1676271013863231489
Every weekday, Dr. Gill hosts The Daily Beans, which is a great way to start your day. Her further once-a-week shows aimed at the former president’s trials and tribulations are special. Every mid-week, you can hear A.G. and counter-intelligence pro Pete Strzok on Cleanup on Aisle 45. Every Sunday, you can delight to “Jack,” co-starring former top FBI guy and lawyer, Andy McCabe.
https://mswmedia.com/show/jack-a-special-counsel-podcast/
Allison Gill has exceptional podcasting and analytical skills. She reads the actual court pleadings. So do her knowledgeable guests. They cover the four criminal cases currently pending against TFG and the civil cases too. Denver, Colorado cases have been on back burners but may be heating up with Sidney Powell and (forwarned) Jenna Ellis now pleading guilty.
https://coloradosun.com/2020/12/07/donald-trump-election-politics-opinion-3/
Dr. Gill discusses her delightful exchange with Colorado attorney Jenna Ellis on Twitter (X). It involved the shedding of tears, with some Ellis snark, followed by Dr. Allison Gill getting the last laugh this week. Find out what motivates this media titan and how she got Strzok and McCabe to agree to be co-hosts.
Dr. Gill won’t sit by idly while autocracy seeks to overwhelm our American democracy. She firmly believes defendant Trump will be incarcerated prior to the 2024 election. Find out the basis for her opinion and whether you agree. Does A.G. properly consider the degree to which TFG will delay and obstruct?
Colorado aspects of the Big Lie, especially whoppers told in late 2020 about Dr. Eric Coomer and his employer, Denver’s Dominion Voting Systems, are reviewed. We discuss how Colorado AM radio stations amplified and bolstered Jenna Ellis’ screams of “Stop the Steal.” Fake claims of intercepted Coomer-Antifa calls, flowed through 710KNUS, a Salem affiliate, both sued now by Coomer.
New U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson’s negative impact on USA is well explained by @muellershewrote. We discuss how CO Rep. Ken Buck, who bucked election denialism for a week, once fired Jenna Ellis. MAGA-GOQP fascism is ascendant and frightening. Considered are the egos and talents of the new Speaker and the former president which may lead to GOQP conflict.
Most of all, Allison Gill is an expert on the way Trump was compromised through the years by Putin and Russia. TFG’s sarcastic dismissal of “RUSSIA, RUSSIA, RUSSIA” is a clear “tell.” So is reading and comprehending The Mueller Report, which Dr. Gill did. So has Pete Strzok. They know things. They share on the air.
Allison Gill knows the big cases against Donald Trump inside and out and she’s not afraid to shout it out. Hear some behind the scenes stories by one of America's most important broadcasters, as our precious USA strives to survive as a democracy, based on truth, justice and freedom.
Show Troubadour Dave Gunders knows how to write, sing and deliver us his perfect song each episode. Hard of Understanding is a sad song concerning people in conflict, who won’t listen to reason. That leads to actions like we’ve seen by Hamas, by a Maine mass murderer and all evil people shooting down innocents.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hw7o6KmtiDk
Show plays at the end the sound of a native Iranian Jew named Mandana Danyani who spoke from the heart about how Hamas’ savage ambush attack made her feel.
https://twitter.com/mandanadayani/status/1712127746179239996
We also review disturbing teachings from an Aurora, Colorado Islamic school who claims Jews were made monkeys by Allah. That’s not good.
Saturday Oct 21, 2023
Saturday Oct 21, 2023
Rundown -
Victor Mitchell - 31:30
Rabbi Steven Foster - 53:07
Troubadour Dave Gunders - 02:03:08
"Love Has a Way (Song for Deb)" by Dave Gunders - 02:08:47
Three Great Speeches by Joe Biden in Support of the Jewish State of Israel - 02:13:14
Wartime show delivers an opening monologue explaining the Tokyo Rose (Tehran Pete) characters on Colorado’s radio dial. Peter Boyles says war between Hamas and Israel is “too morally ambiguous” to take sides. We have the sound. Host vehemently disagrees.
Show takes time to salute the criminal law enforcement achievements of NY AG Tish James, Fulton County DA Fani Willis and Judge Tanya Chutkin. Convictions are being obtained and prospects of justice for Trump, Jenna Ellis and other Colorado accomplices are improving.
Former Colorado State Representative Victor Mitchell, a top 2018 Republican contender for Governor, joins the podcast again, this time from Israel, where he and his wife have flown to help. Listen to the remarkable back story of this proud Jewish success story. Find out what motivates Vic Mitchell now.
Rabbi Steven Foster has served his entire 53-year rabbinate at Temple Emanuel in Denver, CO until he retired in 2010. He is an accomplished author and now rabbi emeritus for the congregation and also works as the Jewish chaplain for The Denver Hospice.
http://www.therabbiandsenatorsleeptogether.com/about-the-fosters-2/
Rabbi Foster founded the Temple Emanuel Preschool and Kindergarten and the Denver Jewish Day School (formerly known as the Theodore Herzl Jewish Day School and Rocky Mountain Hebrew Academy). Additionally, Foster founded a program for interfaith families called Stepping Stones to a Jewish Me. He explains the Foster way of interpreting Jewish law. Bacon mentioned.
Rabbi Foster is a wise leader whose collected works are valued at CU-Boulder. When Colorado passed a law bigoted against gays, Rabbi Foster led the charge to get Amendment Two changed – and he succeeded.
https://www.colorado.edu/innovationsinjewishlifecollections/steven-e-foster-papers
Learn how this learned leader feels about Palestinians and Hamas now. He’s outspoken and honest with a profound knowledge of Judaism. Most of all, Rabbi Foster is an advocate for freedom and all of G-d’s people.
https://www.amazon.com/Rabbi-Senator-Sleep-Together-Marrying/dp/0692510532
Rabbi Foster asked profound questions at the Memorial Service (Yizkur) portion of the last Yom Kippur service, “Where are we Hashem?” He talks about the role of hope for the Jewish people.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gDZR5NsX8VA
Rabbi Foster knows politics and key political figures. Find out about Senator Bennet’s Jewish background and the histories of Denver’s most famous politicians and rabbis. A Milwaukee native who attended rabbinical school in Cincinnati, Rabbi Foster also has a famous political wife, Senator Joyce Foster.
https://www.amazon.com/Rabbi-Senator-Sleep-Together-Marrying/dp/0692510532
Host and guest talk about being Jews, and the way Jew haters killed Denver talk radio host Alan Berg, the Israeli Olympic team in Munich and recently, the massacre by Hamas against the Jews of Israel on Sabbath/Simchat Torah. Rabbi Foster’s warns of divisions among Jews. And Americans.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YBatV-6r2Fk
Denver’s Temple Emanuel hosted the Colorado memorial for people mourning Hamas’ attacks on Jews, on the post-Hamas massacre Monday night. Find out the history of this oldest Colorado congregation.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NLcYD-F4tkk
Show Troubadour Dave Gunders brings optimism with his sweet song, Love Has a Way. We have to rebuild but it is hard with 230 hostages still missing. We are grateful for the return of hostages Judith and Natalie Ranaan. We explain our bike ride to last Sunday’s pro-Israel rally at State Capitol.
We salute stalwart friend of Israel, President Joe Biden, who made a brave condolence call to Israel and we play in their entirety his amazing three pro-Israel and anti-Hamas speeches on October 10 (White House), 18 (Israel) and 19 (Oval Office). We ask why MAGA AM radio won’t do the same. We know the sad MAGA answer.
Saturday Oct 14, 2023
Saturday Oct 14, 2023
Rundown -
Intro with Troubadour Dave Gunders - 00:35
"Ain't No Way You're Coming Home" by Dave Gunders - 13:36
Rabbi Bruce Dollin - 19:39
When Jews experience problems and boy do we have problems with Hamas now, it is helpful to know what a wise Rabbi, well versed in the Torah, has to say. We have that here.
For nearly three decades, Bruce Dollin was Senior Rabbi at the legendary Hebrew Educational Alliance in Denver. Rabbi Dollin provides valuable knowledge, advice and predictions in the aftermath of last Saturday’s bloodthirsty attack by Hamas on Israel.
Rabbi Dollin explains how Colorado’s community can best respond. There was an outpouring of love and support last Monday night at Denver’s Temple Emanuel and Rabbi Dollin recalls what moved that crowd to give Denver Mayor Mike Johnston a standing ovation.
The long simmering nature of the Hamas - Israel conflict is explained with the wise Rabbi providing many Mosaic Law references to proper Jewish responses during dire wartime circumstances. Jewish law demands certain prayers and procedures when captives are taken.
Discussed are the Amalek and their Jew-hating allies unalterably opposed to Jewish people existing in Israel, or anywhere. The charter of Hamas boldly states its Jew hatred and Israel can no longer tolerate this terror group next door – or anywhere. The roles of Iran, Qatar and Russia are also considered.
The performances this week of President Joe Biden and Secretary of State Tony Blinken are reviewed, and praised. The complicated Bibi Netanyahu situation is analyzed – including memories of the infamous Iran Nuke Deal and Netanyahu's forceful Biden-boycotted 2015 Capitol speech in opposition.
The world is significantly changed given the barbarity and severity of the Hamas attack on the Jewish State of Israel. Rabbi Dollin is confident that Israel and her allies will beat back these enemies. Rabbi Dollin knows Israel.
Rabbi Dollin has long fought anti-Israel indoctrination on college campuses. Dollin organized a memorable protest in 2002 at Colorado College against Hanan Ashrawi, an advocate of terror against Israel. College campus anti-Jew hatred remains problematic for Israel now.
The significance of the (10/7) day of Hamas’ shameful ambush (Shabbat/Simchat Torah) gets analyzed. Fascists cannot abide human freedom, the type embodied by Torah and the Jewish people. Jews value life here on Earth. Israelis must now fight back, through their tears.
Troubadour Dave Gunders has a rare sad song appropriate for this week titled "Ain’t No Way You’re Coming Home." Ominous current situation is reviewed. Ain’t no way to sugarcoat it. We’ve got the blues.
Wednesday Oct 11, 2023
Wednesday Oct 11, 2023
Rundown -
Ken Toltz & John Jackson - 12:24
Special war time edition. John Jackson is so close to the front lines in Ukraine that you can feel it in his strong voice. Ken Toltz is shocked and trying to absorb what has happened to his new homeland of Israel.
https://kentoltz.medium.com/bio-857f0d5aeb16
Our foreign correspondents are battling pure evil in the form of Russia, Iran and Hamas. This Colorado panel gives you a feel for the war’s impact on the ground. Learn more about Ken on Episodes 95 and 146. Find out more about John Jackson on Episode 157.
Toltz and Jackson show courage and wisdom while under fire as we contemplate the barbarism of Hamas and Putin and the appropriate responses. Witness a wide ranging discussion with two brilliant Colorado men now caught in history’s headlights. This world got rocked last Saturday. We all are different now. This podcast explores changes with great conversation and realistic assessments of this world’s new challenges.
Colorado’s best panel show explores the implications of US politics and MAGA on our lives and welfare. The people of Israel are hurting and this podcast stands by them as does President Volodomir Zelenskyy and President Joe Biden.
https://coloradosun.com/2023/10/10/israel-hamas-opinion-silverman/
Israel v Hamas; Israel must win and Hamas must lose.
Saturday Oct 07, 2023
Saturday Oct 07, 2023
Rundown -
Scott McInnis enters the INNER SANCTUM of Craig’s Lawyers’ Lounge - 12:16
Troubadour Dave Gunders - 01:29:22
"Tear Up Time" by Dave Gunders - 01:37:22
Former six-term US Congressman Scott McInnis enters the INNER SANCTUM of Craig’s Lawyers’ Lounge reserved for those in their fifth decades as lawyers. This longtime public servant also served in Colorado Statehouse and as a Mesa County Commissioner till term limited.
Scott McInnis grew up in Glenwood Springs and served as part of the fun Colorado River Navy which had a flotilla of heavy rafts on which young Scott and his pals would play. Next thing you know, he was a Glenwood Springs police officer and then a lawyer.
Former Rep. McInnis continues to serve as Mesa County Director for the Colorado River District with a demonstrated love for the entire American Southwest. Learn about his amazing travels in his trusty Ford Expeditions and why he always needs to drive.
https://www.coloradoriverdistrict.org/portfolio-items/scott-mcinnis/
Life in Congress for 12 years was not easy, especially if you live in and serve, the Western Slope. But McInnis is a hard worker who remains an influential member of the GOP. His love and knowledge of Colorado shines through.
https://www.colorado.edu/center/west/scott-mcinnis
Learn how former Rep. McInnis feels about the current House chaos and his predictions regarding what happens next. Find out if the House can function without a Speaker. Understand McInnis’ educated attitude about Ukraine.
Trials and tribulations of Trump and Boebert discussed in detail. We review the dastardly Dominion plot by Tina Peters and others in Mesa County as part of Trump’s Big Lie. Learn McInnis’ view of modern Colorado GOP.
Troubadour Dave Gunders gives us his solid perspective on life and breakups with his excellent song, "Tear Up Time." Listen to terrific discussion about the point of no return in relationships with friends and others.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RlTc865JzVI
Tuesday Oct 03, 2023
Tuesday Oct 03, 2023
Rundown -
Geraldo Rivera - 14:27
Old pals renew ties. Memories of Geraldo’s wedding 20 years ago treasured. Conversation touches on JonBenet, Columbine and the Colorado prosecution of the late Kobe Bryant. But the main topic is Geraldo’s old pal, Donald Trump and why he should never again be president.
Geraldo knows Trump well. The former president called him regularly. Breaking with his pal has not been easy but January 6, 2021 was a final breaking point for America'’s longest running major newsman. Also a lawyer, Geraldo Rivera breaks down the Trump litigations.
Listen to Geraldo Rivera recount his conversation on Friday, November 13, 2020 with Trump in which it seemed as if Trump was resigned to defeat. But then he asked Geraldo, “What do you know about Dominion?” Premeditated attack on Dominion Voting Systems headquartered in Denver reviewed.
OJ Simpson case remembered along with the propriety of piling on charges on blameworthy defendants. Media job options in the age of Trump discussed. Geraldo reveals his future plans. Back in the day, we remember when Geraldo saved Rich and Lisa Harris' kids in Haiti.
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/geraldo-rivera-to-the-res_b_426999
Saturday Sep 30, 2023
Saturday Sep 30, 2023
Rundown -
Troubadour Dave Gunders - 21:37
"Have Mercy" by Dave Gunders - 38:16
Marshall Zelinger - 44:19
Marshall Zelinger is a star reporter, covering primarily politics, for Denver’s 9News. He’s a proud Aurora native with a huge CU-Boulder lineage. We talk about Buffs, Broncos and politics. Should the Dolphins have gone for the record vs. Broncos?
Lauren Boebert’s night on the town in Denver was largely exposed by 9News and Zellinger. Find out how that lewd story got told and shown on our screens in sharp detail. We talk about the difficult situation in the Colorado GOP and the possible media career of Ken Buck.
Show Troubadour Dave Gunders delivers again with his evocative hit song, Have Mercy, a powerful ditty about the devil and an angel being brothers. High Holiday hijinks and adventures described -- with the host proving to be a wandering Jew during the start of 5784.
Disgraceful former president Trump went west on September 29 to deliver fascist remarks to adoring California GOP MAGA cult members. We’ve got the sound and the analysis. It proves the trouble America will have if 45 gets power ever again.
Saturday Sep 23, 2023
Saturday Sep 23, 2023
Rundown -
Jane Feldman in the Inner Sanctum of Craig's Lawyers' Lounge - 49:25
Troubadour Dave Gunders - 01:53:58
"When I Die" by Dave Gunders - 02:08:44
Sordid Lauren Boebert incident at the Denver theater is thoroughly reviewed. So is the reaction by members of the Colorado and national media. Remember how Boebert went on Caplis Show to unveil bogus October 2022 surprise claiming her opponent had adulterous sex in a storage trailer in Aspen, a claim later discredited. We do.
We’ve got the sound of Caplis’ reacting to the Boebert incident this week where he goes after the media for letting Dems like Polis and Biden get away with worse. The double standard is real and we use sound to show where it actually exists - on conservative media. Kyle Clark is part of this soundbite story.
Listen to Boebert reading a Caplis-approved script and flubbing it badly. Abortion opposition is a prop for BoBo and many of her fellow travelers, but it works to get some people on her side. And that’s all it takes.
https://twitter.com/RonFilipkowski/status/1705009115049648439
On the eve of Yom Kippur and G-d knows what else, we bring you both a spiritual and prosecution oriented show. Being Jewish may seem obvious if your name is Feldman, but there’s always a little more to the story. The Feldmans were connected to the upper echelon of Manhattan politics.
Jane Feldman’s father was a prominent NYC attorney close to the famous Morgenthaus, the most prominent Jewish family in American politics for years. We do a lot of name-dropping, including Kennedys, Roosevelts and celebrities Jane Feldman knew growing up in NY. Jane went on to be a prosecutor for the NYC DA’s Office where she served 8+ years.
Jane Feldman also worked as Assistant AG in Colorado. She’s in her fifth decade of legal practice now, meaning she enters the INNER SANCTUM reserved for Craig’s Act Five Attorneys, now in their fifth decade of practice. Such lawyers are fearless and opinionated. Jane comes through.
An outspoken MAGA critic, Jane is known by Congressman Joe Neguse and others as a great sharp-tongued, fact-checker of MAGA on social media. Feldman calls out conservative disinformation and stands up against Jew haters. We talk about MAGA and bigotry – and how best to react as lawyers.
We analyze the various Trump trials and tribulations. This drama has many NYC components such as Trump and Rudy Giuliani. Go behind the scenes with this NYC connected guest with sharp analytical and prosecutorial skills. Jane Feldman is wise.
Show Troubadour Dave Gunders is great at contemplating the big issues that go with Yom Kippur. It is the day Jews confront their mortality. Gunders does that straight on with his amazing song titled, "When I Die." Is it metaphorical or literal when he says he wants to be laid down in the muddy water of the Mississippi?