The Political Spotlight
The Political Spotlight is a politically driven opinion, news, and entertainment program. The Political Spotlight is your comprehensive guide to all things "political" at the local, state, and national levels. Our mission is to identify and eliminate corruption in government and politics while defending the United States Constitution. The message is clear: the old, corrupt way of doing business IS OVER! Our goal is to empower all citizens with the knowledge and motivation to stay informed and get involved. The team includes Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Kate Thornburg, and Brandon Rudd. Join the discussion and help change the world, one conversation at a time! ============================ LIVE episodes of The Political Spotlight air on YouTube, Rumble, X, and Facebook: Sunday - Thursday @ 9 p.m. (ET) YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/@ThePoliticalSpotlight . . . Rumble Link: https://rumble.com/c/ThePoliticalSpotlight . . . Audio-only episodes are available at the following Home Link: https://ThePoliticalSpotlight.fireside.fm . . . They are also available on all podcast hosting sites (including, but not limited to): iTunes/Apple Podcasts -- Spotify -- Stitcher -- TuneIn -- RadioPublic -- iHeartRadio -- Amazon Music/Podcasts -- CastBox -- OverCast -- Castro -- Pocket Casts & many more... No matter where or when you choose to watch or listen, please remember to SUBSCRIBE, LIKE, COMMENT, and then "share the show with everyone you know!" ============================ Connect with The Political Spotlight team on social media: Facebook 1: https://www.facebook.com/Bilbrey318 Facebook 2: https://www.facebook.com/PoliticalSpotlight318 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ThePoliticalSpotlight Twitter: https://x.com/BilbreyLIVE ============================ Connect with The Political Spotlight team via email @ tpsprogram@gmail.com or khbilbrey@gmail.com ============================ SUBSCRIBE, LIKE, COMMENT, & SHARE THE SHOW! 🚨 🚨 🚨
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We're back, ladies and gentlemen! It's time for the 707th episode of The Political Spotlight! Let's roll!
There is so much going on in the City of Muncie, Indiana... and Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey has so much to say!
Let's get into this!
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VIDEO version of Ep 707: https://youtube.com/live/3LUPPGiQrqw
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In this 706th episode of 'The Political Spotlight,' Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey breaks down two packed days of public meetings in Muncie, Indiana, and growing concerns about transparency, accountability, and the McKinley Overlay District controversy.
Bilbrey begins with the Muncie Board of Public Works and the Muncie Sanitary District meetings, then turns to the highly anticipated Public Service Subcommittee meeting. All three meet...
In this 705th episode of 'The Political Spotlight,' Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey examines a continuing trend in Muncie city government: the cancellation of public board meetings.
For example, on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, the Muncie City Parks Board meeting was canceled for a “lack of a quorum.” Bilbrey discusses the cancellation and shares additional information he recently uncovered about the Muncie Parks Department.
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Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey highlights the "Financial Folly" by Muncie Mayor Dan Ridenour in relation to the Mayor's most recent "community update" from Friday, July 17, 2026, which references the Muncie Fire Department's proposed plans for a new Fire Station 5.
Then, Bilbrey recaps the Delaware County Commissioners meeting from Monday, July 20, 2026. There were key details from the meeting that citizens of Delaware County need to ...
Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey prepares for the week ahead (July 19 - 25, 2026)!
Delaware County's 2026 Fair Week. . .
Delaware County Commissioners' meeting. . .
Muncie Parks Board meeting. . .
Muncie City Council (Public Services Committee) meeting. . .
And QUESTIONS, QUESTIONS, QUESTIONS. . .
It's going to be one of those weeks! Let's Roll!
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VIDEO version of Ep 703: https://youtube.com/live...
Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey follows up on Muncie Mayor Dan Ridenour's first day back as Mayor! He's looking ahead, and the Administration is pushing the message that "all is well." However, Bilbrey just isn't buying it.
In the 702nd episode of The Political Spotlight, Bilbrey covers key developments from the Muncie Board of Works meeting, including the latest appointment to the board.
Next, Bilbrey reviews the Mayor's first commun...
Muncie Mayor Dan Ridenour is returning to City Hall tomorrow (Wednesday, July 15, 2026) after a 43-day medical absence. Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey wonders whether his return was always planned for now or if he is coming back early, because from the outside looking in, things seem to be unraveling.
Bilbrey reviews the court filings that ended the Mayor's temporary absence and terminated George-Jeffrey Howe's role as "Acting Mayor."...
The city government in Muncie, Indiana, implemented a new "social media" policy as of today (Monday, July 13, 2026). Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey has been waiting for this policy to take effect for more than two years. But it might not be all it's cracked up to be.
Many are hopeful that this will change the attitudes of certain members of the Administration and how they interact with the public. But will it? Or will nothing change? ...
Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey is tired of the attitude in government! This isn't new; it's been this way for a while. He talks about it periodically. This is just his "report on the situation" from July 2026!
City of Muncie...
Delaware County...
City of Anderson...
Madison County...
City of New Castle...
Henry County...
City of Indianapolis...
Marion County...
City of Portland...
Jay County...
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Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey welcomes back contributing correspondent Dr. Katherine V. Callahan to the program for this special Friday night episode.
And look, it's been over a month since Callahan was last here... which means there is NO WAY Bilbrey could even begin to craft a legitimate set of show notes, a description of what Bilbrey and Callahan will cover, in what is almost sure to be a hodgepodge of A.D.D.-fueled thoughts abou...
Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey attended the Muncie Board of Works meeting on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, where he raised procedural concerns about the Professional Services Contract and the first and second addenda to the contracts between the City of Muncie, under Mayor Dan Ridenour, and George-Jeffrey Howe.
As expected, the Board of Works members offered no response.
Newsman and author Rick Yencer then asked: "How much is Howe getting...
Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey recaps the Delaware County Commissioners' and Muncie City Council meetings, both held on Monday, July 6, 2026.
In the 696th episode of The Political Spotlight, Bilbrey breaks down the key discussions, votes, and decisions from both meetings while offering in-depth analysis and commentary on the issues that matter most to Delaware County and the City of Muncie.
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Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey kicks off what will definitely be a busy week with several great episodes. This 695th episode looks at the upcoming Delaware County Commissioners' meeting (Monday, July 6, 2026, at 9 a.m.) and a very busy Muncie City Council meeting (Monday, July 6, 2026, at 630 p.m.).
Bilbrey will share his thoughts on the agendas for both meetings, including the items on those agendas.
Bilbrey wraps up the episode by ...
Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey closes the week out the same way it started and the same way it's been rolling... with not much going on!
But it is the United States' 250th Birthday week... so there's that!
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VIDEO version of Ep 694: https://youtube.com/live/mMrBED3AsaA
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What really happened when State Representative J.D. Prescott brought his property tax repeal-and-replacement presentation to Muncie?
Kristopher H. Bilbrey and Brandon Rudd of The Political Spotlight attended Prescott's presentation on House Bill 1288. In this 693rd episode, Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey delivers an after-action report on the event. He breaks down Prescott's message and delivery, analyzes the audience's response, and ...
It's that time of year! Summertime, 2026, and Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey explains what it means while having a chinwag with the audience! (Tuesday, June 30, 2026).
...this episode turned into a complete disaster!
Not all of them can be bangers!
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VIDEO version of Ep 692: https://youtube.com/live/yt6kIscLDew
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On this 691st episode of The Political Spotlight, Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey breaks down the so-called Muncie City Council Public Service Committee meeting—"non-meeting" last Friday, June 26, 2026. The "meeting" left council members and the public with more questions than answers.
For the second time in one week, the Ridenour Administration has stuck its middle finger up to the council and the citizens of Muncie. The questio...
On this 690th episode of The Political Spotlight, Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey breaks down the latest developments across East Central Indiana, including:
• Delaware County / Muncie...
• Madison County / Anderson...
• Henry County / New Castle...
From local government decisions and public meetings to the issues affecting our communities, we'll cover what matters most—and why.
Bilbrey wraps up the show with a discussi...
Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey is LIVE from outside of Mud Creek Studio!
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VIDEO version of Ep 689: https://youtube.com/live/wU4Gp87VDKQ
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In this 688th episode of The Political Spotlight, Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey guides listeners through a whirlwind week of local government controversies, public meetings, political maneuvering, and breaking news across East Central Indiana.
The show opens with the latest developments on the "doomed-from-the-start" Muncie Crisis Center. Originally expected to remain open through December 31, 2026, the City has now announced that th...
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