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Wisdom doesn't come from sermons – it comes from scrapes, burns, and learning on our feet. Today's special birthday episode features an impromptu conversation with a guest celebrating 63 years of life lessons acquired the hard way.

Our birthday guest offers a refreshingly counterintuitive perspective on gaining wisdom: "Get out and do it and find out what's right and wrong, instead of...

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The American education system has become ground zero for our nation's most heated cultural battles. From religious expression to gender identity policies, the classroom is now where opposing worldviews clash with mounting consequences for families.

Colorado's proposed "Kelly Love Act" represents a troubling development for parental rights advocates. This legislation would allow courts...

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The rain pours down in Alabama as I share my excitement about attending tonight's minor league baseball game – a rare late evening out that hopefully won't be dampened by the weather. But something more concerning than rain clouds is brewing in our military installations across the country.

Military leadership is experiencing a significant shake-up, with multiple commanders – notably women – be...

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Easter Monday brings a mix of solemn reflection and heated debate as we discuss Pope Francis's unexpected passing and what this means for Catholics worldwide – both devout and those who've stepped away from regular religious practice.

The conversation takes a sharp political turn when examining former President Trump's recent "thinking out loud" comment about deporting "home...

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Why do we call it "Good" Friday when it commemorates such a tragic event? This question launches us into a thought-provoking exploration of faith, justice, and contradictions that define our modern landscape.

The episode takes a serious turn as we examine the troubling background of Carmelo Anthony's family spokesperson, Dominic Alexander. His extensive criminal history—including violent o...

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The UK Supreme Court has finally drawn a line in the sand, ruling that transgender women cannot be legally considered women for certain sex-based exceptions. This landmark decision arrives at a time when defining womanhood has become unnecessarily complicated despite biological reality being self-evident. Yet, as we dig deeper into this ruling, troubling contradictions emerge—men with Gender Recognition Certifica...

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What happens when late-night comedy hosts start blaming their own political tribe for election outcomes? Today we're unpacking Jimmy Kimmel's surprising Rolling Stone interview where he points fingers at "liberal cancel culture" for Trump's victory while simultaneously calling Trump supporters "animals" - a contradictory stance that perfectly captures our cultural moment.

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Starting with a sharp, satirical take on Katy Perry's recent suborbital space adventure, this episode dives into the absurdity of celebrity overreaction to brief experiences. Perry's 11-minute journey somehow transformed into a profound spiritual revelation, complete with claims of seeing "the universe's heartbeat" – a stark contrast to the genuine hardships faced by professional astronau...

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Have you ever wondered what happens when online critics attack your creative work? Today's candid morning musings explore my decision to disconnect from YouTube after facing harsh criticism from a commenter who called my podcast "garbage" with "lazy and ineffectual" ideas. This revealing look at handling online negativity sets the stage for a wide-ranging commentary covering memorable sto...

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Presidential power takes center stage as Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer faces fierce Democratic backlash after appearing alongside President Trump at a White House signing ceremony. What began as a scheduled private meeting to discuss the future of Selfridge Air Force Base transformed into what one anonymous Democratic operative called an "effing disaster" when Whitmer stood by as Trump signed contr...

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Headlines that make you stop and say "What?" take center stage as we examine two troubling stories dominating the news cycle. First, the case of Emily Nutley, a 43-year-old teacher at an elite Catholic boys school who admitted to having sexual relations with a 17-year-old student before attempting to blame her husband's "neglect" for her predatory behavior. This story highlights a disturb...

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Leadership turmoil continues to plague the Internal Revenue Service as Acting Commissioner Melanie Krause becomes the third chief to resign in just four months. Her departure, coming at the height of tax season, appears to be a direct protest against a controversial data-sharing agreement that will allow taxpayer information to be used for identifying undocumented immigrants. The agreement, signed directly betwee...

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When our political principles clash with our personal choices, who holds the moral high ground? Today's episode dives into the fascinating contradictions of public figures whose actions seem to contradict their stated values.

We begin with Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, the progressive firebrand representative who was recently photographed enjoying the comforts of first class while en route to a Bernie S...

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The stock market is tumbling, tariffs are triggering uncertainty, and amidst it all, Donald Trump delivers a stark message to Americans: "Sometimes you have to take the medicine to fix it." This candid admission signals a dramatic shift from traditional political reassurances, acknowledging that economic transformation often requires temporary discomfort.

Meanwhile, a remarkable coalition of te...

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We dive headfirst into the escalating tension between Judge James Boasberg and the Trump administration over the controversial use of the 1798 Alien Enemies Act for deportations. This legal showdown reached new heights when the judge suggested holding administration officials in contempt for allegedly ignoring his order to turn around deportation flights carrying Venezuelan migrants. 

The drama unfolded ...

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Censorship, political maneuvering, and surprising revelations dominated yesterday's news cycle – but how much did you actually hear about? In this eye-opening episode of An Americanist, we pull back the curtain on a critical censorship hearing that received minimal mainstream coverage.

Matt Taibbi's Capitol Hill testimony revealed how the State Department's Global Engagement Center, origin...

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A fresh start and exciting news highlight this episode as I reveal my brand new blog project: AnAmericanist.com! After returning from a quick Tunica getaway, I share my vision for this new conservative platform that delivers blunt takes on politics and pop culture while aiming to include younger patriots in their 30s who are making waves in the conservative movement. My first post tackles Pete Hegseth's rest...