UNITY STARTS HERE
On February 8, 2026, from 7-9 PM (Eastern), on AM970 radio, join us for some amazing writers and powerhouse voices on the next episode of SHAKE IT OFF WITH MERT & LUCAS, LIVE!
Lucas A. Ferrara and Mert Roberts cut through the noise with the sharp analysis, high‑energy conversation, and deeply informed storytelling that define the show. This week brings two authors whose work tackles division, resilience, and the inner shifts that shape public and personal transformation.
Hour 1: Patrick Payton — The Middle: How the Quiet Majority Can Mend a Divided Nation
The first hour features author and civic leader Patrick Payton, whose new book, The Middle, examines the fractures shaping American life and the overlooked power of the quiet majority. Payton blends decades of leadership experience with grounded, practical reasoning, offering a path toward unity in an era defined by polarization.
His work challenges listeners to rethink what it means to rebuild trust, strengthen institutions, and reclaim common purpose. Expect a sharp, engaging conversation about the ideas and national realities that shape Payton’s vision for a more connected country.
Author Website: https://www.patrick-payton.com/
Book Page: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Middle/Patrick-Payton/9781637634943
Hour 2: Shannan Kym — Find the Answers Within You
In the second hour, the show welcomes transformational author Shannan Kym, whose book, Find the Answers Within You, explores healing, resilience, and the inner work required to navigate profound personal change.
Kym’s journey blends lived experience, reflective practice, and spiritual inquiry, offering readers a grounded and empowering path toward clarity and self‑understanding. Her insights invite listeners to consider how introspection can become a catalyst for courage, alignment, and meaningful transformation.
Author Website: https://www.shannankym.com/
Book Page: https://www.shannankym.com/book
About the Hosts
• Lucas A. Ferrara — New York attorney, law professor, award‑winning film producer, and editorial strategist. Lucas blends legal expertise with creative storytelling, shaping sharp, accessible conversations on politics, power, and culture.
• Mert Roberts — A seasoned commentator known for incisive analysis and lively debate, bringing wit and clarity to complex issues while keeping the conversation engaging and relatable.
Tune In
LIVE on AM970 Radio and the AM970 mobile app | Sunday, February 8 | 7–9 PM (Eastern)
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