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Each week our hosts Dave Okenquist and Rodney Johnson cut through the bias reporting and political correctness of the mainstream news and media. Get Informed, America! peels back the persuasion and looks for the facts... so that you can take in real, unbiased news, to make informed decisions for yourself.

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    • Sep 18, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 34m AVG DURATION
    • 27 EPISODES


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    Face Mask Anger, Mail-In Voting Skepticism, Dodd-Frank Laws and MORE! [GIA, MAILBAG EDITION!]

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2020 35:55


    You spoke America, and we listened! This week on Get Informed, American! Dave and Rodney are going through some of your comments on InformedAmerican.com, as well as comments you've sent to info@informedamerican.com. Some of the messages we've received: anger over face masks, skepticism on mail-in voting, comments about the Dodd-Frank laws, and more!

    Attorney General Barr Goes After Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan Over ANTIFA CHOP Zone Anarchy and Riots

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2020 36:52


    Sign up for one of our FREE Newsletters at InformedAmerican.com, WallStreetWireNews.com, and RealHealthyNews.com. It's time to GET INFORMED, AMERICA! The weekly show where the editors of Informed American break down the headlines and discuss the biggest news of the week. 09/18/2020 Episode 27: Attorney General Barr goes after Seattle Mayor over Antifa CHAP/CHOP zone, President Trump officially ahead in Rasmussen poll, future financial impact of electric cars, & MORE!

    Is Antifa a Criminal Organization? PLUS! California Discussing Reparations, Ted Wheeler News & MORE

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2020 31:56


    It's time to GET INFORMED, AMERICA! The weekly show at Informed American, where our editors break down the weekly news and headlines, SO YOU DON'T HAVE TO! This week we're talking about California discussing reparations, Ted Wheeler leaving his home after violent protests erupt in front of his apartment building, Rand Paul getting harassed as he leaves the White House, a bump for Trump in the betting markets, and the President also threatening to defund cities that don't control the riots.

    Are Riots and Looting Hurting The Black Lives Matter Movement and Biden's Chances Of Winning?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2020 36:24


    It's time to Get Informed, America! In episode 24 of the show, Dave and Rodney are break down the headlines of all the weekly news, so you don't have to. This week their discussing Ted Wheeler finally urging protestors to stop, Nancy Pelosi saying Biden shouldn't debate Trump, a new rapid response Covid test, & MORE!

    Goodyear Backs Down as Conservatives Fight Back Over Political Attire

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2020 33:43


    It's time again for you to GET INFORMED, AMERICA! The weekly show where our hosts, Rodney and Dave break down and discuss the hot news and political events of the week. On Episode 23 of Get Informed, America! We'll be discussing: Trump calling for a boycott on Goodyear tires. The reason USPS is failing as an institution. (HINT: It's NOT because Trump is stealing mailboxes…) Highlights from the DNC Convention. Governor Cuomo's NEW BOOK on fighting the Coronavirus! AND PLENTY MORE!

    Russian Vaccine Approved by Their Government: Was the Trial Rushed and is it Safe?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2020 34:21


    In this episode of Get Informed, America! the editor of Informed American, Rodney Johnson, joins Dave Okenquist to talk about the Russian COVID-19 vaccine, Trump's executive orders for economic relief, Joe Biden's selection of Kamala Harris as his running mate, and more!

    New York Attorney General vs. the NRA: Is the Second Amendment Being Violated?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2020 33:02


    It's time to Get Informed, America! This week, Rodney and Dave discuss the New York Attorney General going after the NRA. The NY AG, Letitia James, recently called for the dissolution of the NRA after what she claims are years of corruption and misspending. Would the disbanding of the NRA be a violation to our 2nd Amendment rights as Americans? Also on the show, Dave and Rodney discuss the jobs report, as well as an update on the next round of stimulus.

    Second Quarter GDP Report: THE BIGGEST DROP IN U.S. HISTORY!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2020 30:46


    This week on Get Informed, America! Rodney and Dave discuss the recent second quarter GDP report. The reported numbers were the biggest drop in U.S. history, but did we expect anything different with the country being closed? Also on the show we discuss: • Stimulus Negotiations Updates • Oregon Rioters • Racist Grammar at Rutgers University • The Fight Against Mail-In Ballots

    Are Current Presidential Polls Accurate? Biden Ahead in Key States... but Can We Trust the Data?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2020 27:37


    It's time to Get Informed, America! This week, Dave and Rodney discuss recent presidential polls showing Biden ahead of Trump by 8 points with his lead over trump is even higher among undecided voters. After Trumps surprising win over Hillary in 2016, can we trust this current polling data? Also on the show, Dave and Rodney discuss the second stimulus check update.

    Will Trump Win the 2020 Election? Biden Predicted to Win 4 out of 6 Swing States. [Episode 18, 2020]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2020 21:50


    The next presidential election is right around the corner and Trump is fighting a battle to win his second term as President of the United States. In this episode, Dave and Rodney discuss his chances to succeed, and the factors that could be holding him back. Do you think Trump will win the 2020 election?

    Schools Opening Fall 2020? Plus, Supreme Court Rulings on Trump Taxes and Oklahoma Native Americans

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2020 33:12


    This week on Get Informed, America! Dave and Rodney discuss the possibility of school reopening this Fall. Also on the show, we discuss the recent supreme court rulings surrounding Trump's Taxes, and the Native American land in Oklahoma.

    June Jobs Report: Record Breaking American Employment but Will This Economic Recovery Last?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2020 33:51


    This week on Episode 16 of Get Informed, America! Dave and Rodney discuss the big jobs report. Based on the June jobs report, employment for Americans shot up at a record rate, but what does this mean for the economy? And more importantly… will this recovery last? Rodney and Dave also discuss some recent Supreme Court decisions and the latest news out of the Seattle CHOP zone.

    Economic Impact of Coronavirus Surge [Episode 15 2020]

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2020 29:12


    It's time to Get Informed, America! On Friday, June 26th 2020, there was reporting of a spike in Florida Coronavirus cases. This reported spike is at the time of recording the largest rise in weekly cases for FL. With the country reopening and the virus surging, what will the economic fallout be like? PLUS! Dave and Rodney talk the dismantling of CHAZ, recent Supreme Court decisions, police reform, and more. Sign up for our FREE Newsletter at InformedAmerican.com Please like and share your thoughts in the comments below! And be sure to subscribe to our channel and stay up-to-date on all breaking news.

    US Supreme Court Decisions: Trump Can't End DACA Immigration Law, and Civil Rights for LGBT Workers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2020 28:02


    In this week's episode of Get Informed, America! Dave and Rodney dive into all the recent decisions made by the US Supreme Court. The biggest updates being… SCOTUS refusing Trump's request to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals. Also referred to as “DACA”, it is a https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Immigration_to_the_United_States (United States immigration policy) that allows some individuals with unlawful presence in the United States after being brought to the country as children to receive a renewable two-year period of https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deferred_action (deferred action) from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deportation (deportation) and become eligible for a https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Employment_authorization_document (work permit) in the U.S. To be eligible for the program, recipients cannot have felonies or serious misdemeanors on their records. In other news from the American Supreme Court… there was a recent ruling protecting the rights of LGBT workers. This ruling protects gay, lesbian, bi-sexual and transgender employees from being disciplined, fired or turned down for a job based on their sexual orientation. Check out the episode to find out more, and to get Rodney and Dave's take on the decisions made by SCOTUS. Who do you think will win the 2020 election? VOTE IN OUR POLL HERE: https://www.youtube.com/redirect?q=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2F37kOeZy&redir_token=KSRbbTkucavVL1r7OZrHmpx2js18MTU5MjY2Mjk3N0AxNTkyNTc2NTc3&v=OXNus_-Lg7c&event=video_description (https://bit.ly/37kOeZy)

    US Economic Outlook: This Won't Be a V Shaped Recovery (Episode 13, 2020)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2020 38:12


    This week on Get Informed, America! Rodney and Dave discuss our economic outlook now that America is beginning to open its doors. Even though businesses are starting to get back on their feet, Rodney and Dave talk about why this won't be a "V" shaped recovery. Also on the show: updates about the autonomous zone in Seattle, a criticism of police unions, and a look into how a defunded police force would work (or wouldn't).

    Episode 12 - The Eroding Credibility of American Leadership

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2020 30:46


    In this weekly episode of Get Informed, America! Rodney and Dave discuss the governments response to the recent string of riots and protesting in America.

    Episode 11 - America's Reopening... Whether the Government Likes it or Not.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2020 30:52


    This week Dave and Rodney discuss America beginning to reopen. Including… the CDC declaring a lower covid-19 mortality rate than original predicted, as well as data showing mobility rates are on the rise (and almost back to normal).

    Episode 10 - Should We Make China Pay for Covid-19?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2020 26:18


    This week, Rodney and Dave discuss claims that lockdowns have caused more deaths than Covid itself, making China pay, and the future of the NFL for 2020.

    Episode 9 - Is the National Popular Vote Compact Constitutional?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2020 26:14


    This week on Get Informed, America! Rodney and Dave debate the Electoral Colleges having to follow the popular vote. Also on the show... the trillion dollar relief package for state and local governments, the $25 billion to bail out the postal service, and more.

    Episode 8 - Unemployment Hits a Record High. Will This Last for Years?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2020 27:41


    This week on Get Informed, America! Dave and Rodney discuss the case against Michael Flynn being dropped, the 14.7% unemployment rate, and New York's failure in their COVID-19 response.

    Episode 7 - Biden Leads Trump, But Sex Assault Claim Threatens Campaign

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2020 46:13


    This week on Get Informed, America! Dave and Rodney discuss all the latest news and current events including: U.S. states reopening, an update on the economy, and a look ahead to the November presidential election.

    Episode 6 - When Can America Get Back to Work?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2020 43:28


    This week Dave and Rodney discuss Congress passing $500 Billion in additional relief, U.S. Attorney General Barr going after states with strict lock-down orders, and America slowly starting to open its doors. But the question remains... are we opening them too soon? All this and more on this weeks episode of Get Informed, America!

    Episode 5 - Patience Turns to Anger: Americans Lash Out At Government

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2020 31:57


    This week Rodney and Dave discuss the weekly jobless claims, protests against ordered lock downs, Trumps plan to re-open the country, and more!

    Episode 4 - The Fed and Congress Keep Throwing Money at a Problem They Can't Solve

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2020 32:19


    Rodney and Dave dive into all the recent news and events from the past week including: Bernie Sanders dropping his presidential candidacy, the Federal Reserve loans, Consumer Spending during COVID-19, and more!

    Episode 3 - How About Some Good News for a Change?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2020 45:34


    This week Dave and Rodney dive into all the most recent current events, including: the energy market, China, and good news rapid fire segment!

    Episode 2 - Should We Have Killed the Economy to Kill the Virus?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2020 36:25


    This week, Dave and Rodney further discuss the Governments response to COVID-19. Including: herd immunization, the new stimulus package, the President's recent approval ratings, and more!

    Episode 1 - The Coronavirus Response: Should the Government Bail Us All Out?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2020 62:39


    Do you want to hear the latest on COVID-19, or get a rundown of all the other news stories you may have missed from the last week? Tune in now as Dave and Rodney dive into all the top stories from the last 7-days.

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