This is the podcast of Firm Foundations ministries. Our mission is to help you build your life on the unshakable foundation of God's Word, rooted in Scripture and anchored in the grace of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Each episode is designed to strengthen your faith, deepen your understanding, and encourage you to stand firm in a shifting world.
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The Voice of Reason is a conservative talk radio show promoting truth, reason, and local activism.
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Jim Pfaff: Government Cuts, Government Transparency, and the Next Step in Congress
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36:51Guest Jim Pfaff, The Conservative Caucus, joins to discuss the One Big Beautiful Bill, economic growth, and the next step to cut size of government Discussion of recession bills, another round of reconciliation bills, and how do we bring government transparency? President Trump muddies the water on the Epstein issue with latest social media post. W…
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What does it truly mean to be saved? In this powerful opening message of the "God Saves" series, Pastor Timothy Mann cuts through common misconceptions to reveal the radical truth of salvation from Ephesians 2:1-10. Like someone floating face down in water, our spiritual condition before Christ isn't just injured or struggling—we're dead. The stark…
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Mark Mix: Trump Successes, Epstein Gaffes, and Mamdani's Socialist Revolution
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36:49Guest Mark Mix, National Right to Work Committee, joins to discuss the response of a Mamdani progressive movement in New York from workers, and union leaders. Is this what union workers really want after supporting President Trump? Discussion of the labor market, and renewed push for socialism. President Trump has been deemed the 2nd most popular P…
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Amber May: Immigration Battles, Birthright Citizenship, ICE Raids, and Trump Amnesty?
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36:47Guest Amber May, host of "The Amber May Show" podcast joins to discuss latest legal battles against the Trump administration on deportations, birthright citizenship, and immigration arrests. Could we see a change in birthright citizenship enforcement? California continues to battle radical activists fighting against ICE. Is the violent and hate rhe…
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Kansas Talk: Saturday July 12th, 2025
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1:21:41Happy Saturday! Guest Dalton Glasscock, Wichita City Councilman, joins to discuss latest from Wichita City Council. Discussion of budget process, lowering mill rates in city, funding city programs, and more. Wichita looking for community consumption areas of town, battling homelessness, crime rates, and more. Guest Travis Couture Lovelady, Chair of…
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Richard Harris: Government Transparency, Big Beautiful Bills, and an Economic Comback
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36:51Guest Richard Harris, Truth and Liberty, joins to discuss the wins and losses of the One Big Beautiful Bill. Are we seeing an economic return in the country? Discussion of the Trump productivity of the first six months of the administration. Are we beginning to see government transparency under Trump? Dan Bongino threatens leave the FBI after botch…
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Drew Allen: ICE Raids, Birthright Citizenship, and Trump Amnesty?
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36:52Guest Drew Allen, host "The Drew Allen Show" podcast, joins to discuss potential coverups of the Epstein files? Discussion of government corruption, coverups, trust in the system, Bondi, and the real documents related to Epstein. Another federal judge tries a nationwide injunction blocking President Trump against changing interpretation of birthrig…
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Attorney and politician Hunter Lundy remembers televangelist Jimmy Swaggart and also talks his faith and how it reflects in his political views. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various local and national topics including the "big beautiful bill" and the upcoming US Senate race.By Jim Engster
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Gregory Wrightstone: Trump's Calamity of Climate Change and Transparency?
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36:51Guest Gregory Wrightstone, CO2 Coalition, joins to discuss latest propaganda blaming Trump and the repealing of green initiatives on the recent TX and NM flooding. Really? Discussion of latest signs of "climate change", policies from the new EPA, and alternative energy companies beginning to shut down. Is Elon Musk imploding? X CEO steps down and G…
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Veteran anchorman George Sells discusses news topics including the recent flooding in Texas and other past national disasters. Former LSU President F. King Alexander talks his enthusiastic career in higher education.By Jim Engster
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Congressman Ron Estes/Bruce de Torres: Details of the One Big Beautiful Bill and Focus of Small Business
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36:51Announcement of TALKERS Magazine ranking of The Voice of Reason! Guest Congressman Ron Estes, 4th District of Kansas, joins to discuss debate process of the One Big Beautiful Bill, tax cuts, reforms in Medicaid, and more. What can we expect from the OBBBA and the economy? Discussion of working to balance the budget, the next step in budget cuts, an…
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Biblical scholar Dan McClellan comments on various controversial topics and what the Bible says in reference to them. Wall Street Journal Print Editor Alex Martin talks various topics including media coverage and the CBS lawsuit.By Jim Engster
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Am I A Christian: Belief, Behavior, Belonging
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25:10What makes someone a genuine Christian? It's a question that strikes at the heart of faith itself, and one that Pastor Timothy Mann addresses with remarkable clarity in this enlightening message from Providence Church. Nicholas Kristof once had a public conversation with Pastor Tim Keller that was published in the New York Times. In this exchange, …
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Michael Harrison/John Deaton: Weekend Recap, The Trump Agenda, and the Future of Talk Radio
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36:51Guest Michael Harrison, TALKERS Magazine, joins to discuss the future of the talk radio industry. Discussion of podcasting, current news and information, and upcoming TALKERS Heavy Hundred Top 100 talk show rankings. Guest John Deaton, Fmr US Marine and Fmr US Senate candidate, joins to discuss SCOTUS decisions, judge injunctions, and more. Can Tru…
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Bob Mann, Andrei Codrescu, Joanne Leedom-Ackerman
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44:26Talks various local and national political topics including Trump's "big beautiful bill". Former NPR commentator, poet, and novelist Andrei Codrescu comments on the New York mayoral race and its candidates. Novelist Joanne Leedom-Ackerman talks her latest work, "The Far Side of the Desert".By Jim Engster
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Tim Graham: State of the Democrat Party, and Celebrating American Values
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36:50Guest Tim Graham, Executive Editor for Newsbusters, joins to discuss the future of the Democrat Party. Discussion of Zohran Mamdani, socialism in the US, failures of the left, and more. During Independence Day weekend, should we think about what America stands for? Discussion of separating love of country for love of government, hatred against Trum…
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Shaz Khan: The History of Vaccines and Independence Day Celebrations
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36:50Happy Independence Day Weekend! Guest Shaz Khan, author "The Ultimate Vaccine Timeline", joins to discuss a history of vaccines in the US. Are the really as effective as we are told? Discussion of diseases, vaccine alternatives, COVID, big pharma and more. President Trump celebrates 4th of July weekend signing the One Big Beautiful Bill into law. W…
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Manuel Roig-Franzia, Susie Singer Carter, Joanna Sokol
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44:28Feature writer in The Washington Post's Style section Manuel Roig-Franzia remembers 50th Louisiana Governor Edwin Edwards four years since his death and also talks the latest in politics with Pres. Trump. Film director Susie Singer Carter talks her latest film, "No Country For Old People". Author Joanna Sokol speaks on her latest work, "A Real Emer…
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Sheriff Richard Mack: Law Enforcement, Crime Rates, and the One Big Beautiful Bill
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36:50Guest Sheriff Richard Mack, founder of the Constitutional Sheriff's Peace Officers Association, joins to discuss the passing of the One Big Beautiful Bill, focus of law enforcement and border security, and more. Discussion of criminal justice reform, local law enforcement focus, and more. Republicans (mostly) unify in passing the One Big Beautiful …
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Insurance commissioner Tim Temple comments on the insurance crisis throughout the state. The Advocate's Mark Ballard talks various local and national political topics including Trump's "big beautiful bill". Director at the Louisiana Old State Capitol Mary Durusau speaks on the Fourth of July festivities at the capitol. For more information, visit w…
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Kurt Couchman/Jared Knott: House Vote on Big Bill and Trump's Middle East Peace
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36:52Guest Kurt Couchman, Senior Fellow of Fiscal Policy with Americans for Prosperity, joins to discuss ongoing vote and discussion in the House for the Big Beautiful Bill. Discussion of differences from House and Senate versions of the bill, GOP holdouts, reforming Medicaid, and more. Guest Jared Knott, author "Tiny Blunders/Big Disasters", joins to d…
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Andy Anderson, Fred Dent, Foster Campbell, James Linden Hogg
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44:28Financial advisors Fred Dent and Andy Anderson give an update on the markets under President Trump and also how the passing of the "big beautiful bill" will impact t the markets. Louisiana Public Service Commissioner Foster Campbell comments on several political topics including the LA Meta project and Bill Cassidy and also remembers Pastor Jimmy S…
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Kerry Lutz: Federal Debt, Government Spending and the Big Beautiful Bill
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36:52Guest Kerry Lutz, Financial Survival Network, joins to discuss the OBBBA, federal spending, federal debt, and more. Discussion of government working to grow the economy, tax cuts, House vote on big bill, and more. US Senate votes to pass the big beautiful bill...or the "The Act". Discussion of the tie breaking vote from VP JD Vance, future of the b…
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Assistant Director for the East Baton Rouge Parish Library Mary Stein talks on upcoming events at the library. For more information, visit, https://www.ebrpl.com/events-classes/#/events/. Longtime music teacher at St. Francis Xavier in New Orleans Mark Richards speaks on his firing from the school after details of his same-sex marriage are revealed…
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Joe Rigney: Media Gaslighting, Cultural Collapse, and the God of Government
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36:50Guest Joe Rigney, pastor and author "The Sin of Empathy", joins to discuss gaslighting from media and democrats. Discussion of the ignoring of Biden mental health, fear mongering against Trump, and more. Discussion of the cultural demise of society, and looking to a higher power. US Senate continues their "Vote-A-Rama" for the One Big Beautiful Bil…
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Quin Hillyer, Scott Wilfong, Fisher Stevens
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44:29Columnist and writer Quin Hillyer is joined by Republican Political consultant Scott Wilfong to discuss various political topics including Trump's "big beautiful bill". Actor and director Fisher Stevens is joined by director Matthew Henderson to talk their latest film "A King Like Me".By Jim Engster
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Love Your Neighbor: The Essential Core of Christianity
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29:13Navigating what it truly means to love our neighbor ranks among the most challenging aspects of living out our Christian faith. Pastor Timothy Mann cuts through cultural confusion with a powerful reminder that love isn't an optional extra for believers—it's the main course. Drawing from John 13:34-35, 1 John 4:20, and Mark 12:29-31, Pastor Tim esta…
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Ken Good: Crime Rates. Enforcing the Law. and SCOTUS Bombshells
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36:49Guest Ken Good, Bond Attorney in Texas, joins to discuss lack of law enforcement and stopping crime in Democrat cities. Discussion of California laws, push to defund police, and how to end crime in large cities. The Supreme Court drops major decisions for the end of June. Discussion of restricting lower courts on injunctions against the Trump admin…
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Kelly Loeffler: Passing the One Big Beautiful Bill, and Growth of Small Business
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36:49Guest Kelly Loeffler, Small Business Administration, joins to discuss the One Big Beautiful Bill and passing through Congress. Discussion of tax cuts, job growth, small business incentives, and more. Discussion of economic growth under Trump and lowering inflation. The Senate works through the OBBBA over the weekend debating and voting on the proce…
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Kansas Talk: Saturday June 28th, 2025
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1:22:52Happy Saturday! Guest Kathy Bond, USD 259 School Board member, joins to discuss wrap up of school year, district's master plan, failure of bond vote, and more. Discussion of upcoming primary election in district, working to raise test scores, and more. Guest Sam MacRoberts, Kansas Justice Institute, joins to discuss latest legal victory regarding p…
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Nils Grevillius: Political Violence as a New Norm, and SCOTUS Burning Down DC
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36:51Guest Nils Grevillius, Private Investigator in Los Angeles, joins to discuss the increase in political violence in America. Discussion of latest assassination of political leader in Minnesota, Democrat radicalism leading to violence, and more. Are political assassinations going to become a norm in society? SCOTUS drops major decision in blocking lo…
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Dr. Tara Smith, Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser, Mary Patricia Wray, Greg Hilburn, Avery Davidson
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44:30Executive Associate Vice President and Director of the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service Dr. Tara Smith talks the importance of the Extension Service. Lt. Governor of Louisiana Billy Nungesser speaks on tourism throughout the state and also his thoughts on congressional redistricting. Political consultant Mary Patricia Wray is joined by USA T…
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Thomas Lorenzo: Economic Future under Trump and Political Sabotage of the OBBBA
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36:50Guest Thomas D Lorenzo, Mises Institute, joins to discuss the economic outlook of the year. Discussion of inflation, the federal reserve and interest rates, trade and tariff policy, and more. Is it time to end the fed, and why is the media pushing the idea of a potential recession this year? US Senate Parliamentarian stops Medicaid reforms in the O…
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Legal Director for the ACLU of Louisiana Nora Ahmed talks various topics including the ten year anniversary of Obgerfell v. Hodges and congressional redistricting. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various local and national topics including the bombing of Iran and Trump's "big beautiful bill".…
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Dick Morris: The One Big Beautiful Bill Vote This Week and Daddy Trump's Successes
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36:50Guest Dick Morris, Political Commentator, joins to discuss upcoming vote on the One Big Beautiful bill. Discussion of need for tax cuts, spending cuts, and unity of the GOP. Can we have the OBBBA on Trump's desk by next week? "Daddy Trump" praised at NATO for action in Iran and pushing peace in the middle East. Democrats still haven't learned lesso…
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Colonel William Dunn, Paul Arrigo, Glenn Guilbeau
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44:29Colonel William Dunn shares his insights on the US strike on Iranian nuclear sites. Former president and CEO of Visit Baton Rouge Paul Arrigo discusses tourism in Louisiana and his induction into the Destinations International Hall of Fame. Editor of Tiger Rag Magazine Glenn Guilbeau talks his career in journalism, the state of LSU athletics, and h…
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Overcoming Worry: Jesus's Radical Command in Matthew 6
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29:03What if worry is more than just an inconvenient emotional state? What if it's actually a theological problem that strikes at the heart of our relationship with God? Pastor Timothy Mann's powerful teaching from Matthew 6:24-34 reveals the radical nature of Jesus's command: "Do not worry about your life." This isn't a suggestion or helpful tip—it's a…
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Gary Galles: Summer Economy, Interest Rates, and New Trade Deals
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36:50Guest Gary Galles, author "Freedom in One Lesson", joins to discuss the summer economy. Discussion of ongoing battle with inflation, growing GDP under Trump policies, and more. Could we see interest rates drop soon, and is there a threat of a recession? Israel and Iran agree to a "ceasefire". We are now almost 12 hours into the ceasefire....could w…
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Veteran Louisiana politico Jim Brown talks various local and national political topics including the war in the Middle East and the upcoming US Senate race. Former editor of The Advocate Peter Kovacs comments on the world of media and journalism today.By Jim Engster
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Alan Jernigan: Work Productivity by State, and New Peace in the Middle East?
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36:50Guest Alan Jernigan, American Legislative Exchange Council, joins to discuss latest study on work productivity by state. Discussion of different policies, regulations, and taxes that effect economic growth, job growth, and work productivity in each state. Breakdown of Trump's plan to bomb Iran. Discussion of ending the nuclear passions of the natio…
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Francis Rooney, Mike Wolf, Bernie Pinsonat
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44:26Politician and former US Ambassador Francis Rooney talks the idea of peace with new Pope Leo XVI and various political topics. Libertarian lawyer Mike Wolf is joined by Pollster Bernie Pinsonat comment on national and local political topics including the bombing in Iran and upcoming elections and candidates.…
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Guest Host Mark Walters, host "Armed American Radio", fills in for Andy!By Andy Hooser
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Guest Host Mark Walters, host "Armed American Radio" fills in for Andy!By Andy Hooser
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Kansas Talk: Saturday June 21st, 2025
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1:21:51Happy Saturday! Live Broadcast from the Kansas State GOP Summer Convention 2025 in Lenexa, KS!By Andy Hooser
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Retired lieutenant general and founder of the GreenARMY General Russel Honore comments on various local and national topics including the recent legislative session, the "big beautiful bill, and ongoing wars within various countries.By Jim Engster
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Susan Michael/Kurt Couchman: Israel Stands Strong, Congress Struggles to Pass Bills
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36:50Happy Juneteenth! Guest Dr. Susan Michael, International Christian Embassy Jerusalem, joins to discuss latest events with Israel and Iran conflict. Discussion of nuclear threat with Iran, iron dome, US aid, and more. Can Israel withstand a long term conflict? Kurt Couchman, Americans for Prosperity, joins to discuss latest Senate debates on One Big…
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Former Advocate columnist Ed Pratt speaks on his retirement from the Advocate and his future endeavors. The Advocate's Mark Ballard comments on various local and national political topics including Blake Miguez running for Senate and Steve Bannon's comments regarding Israel.By Jim Engster
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Jim Pfaff: GOP Divide on Foreign Policy and the Next Step in Immigration Reform
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36:50Guest Jim Pfaff, President of The Conservative Caucus, joins to discuss the latest divide within the GOP on action with Israel and Iran. Discussion of Iranian nukes, response from the Middle East, and more. Discussion of conservatives reworking the One Big Beautiful Bill, DOGE cuts, and passing the Trump agenda. The divide within the GOP widens wit…
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Dadrius Lanus, Troy Hebert, Chris Maxwell, Christina Melton
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44:29Louisiana Democratic Party's executive director Dadrius Lanus and Former Louisiana lawmaker Troy Hebert discuss the US Senate race in Louisiana, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, and various local political topics. Owner and operator of the Red Dragon Listening Room Chris Maxwell reminisces on his time with the Red Dragon and the memorable performanc…
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Victoria Churchill: The Great MAGA Divide on Foreign Policy, and LA Riot Funding
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37:52Guest Victoria Churchill, DailyMail.com, joins to discuss LA Riots, the "No Kings" protest, and potential dark money funding the ongoing outcry against the Trump admin. Who is really behind the movement? MAGA begins to divide on foreign policy. Non intervention vs ending a terror threat? Would would President Trump do? Who is more "pure MAGA"?…
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