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Nate and Aaron touch on Gov. Beshear's Juneteenth actions, how the GOP are using race to divide their voters, and then welcome Alisha D. Chaffin to the show to discuss the crazy twists and turns in her campaign for the most flipable state house seat in the Bluegrass! Join us on this week's #ColonelsOfTruthJOIN THE FIGHT TO FLIP THE 6TH!Tuesday, June 23rd at Wise Bird Ciderhttps://progressky.org/postcardNEWS OF THE WEAK:https://kentuckylantern.com/2026/06/17/coalition-sues-over-kentuckys-14-25-prediction-market-tax/https://www.kentucky.gov/Pages/Activity-stream.aspx?n=GovernorBeshear&prId=2774https://www.facebook.com/reel/958093793899133https://www.forwardky.com/the-gop-race-baiters-in-this-years-election/QUICK HITS:https://kentuckylantern.com/2026/06/15/email-from-bevins-account-accuses-estranged-son-of-trying-to-shake-parents-down-for-money/https://kentuckylantern.com/briefs/mcconnell-is-fully-engaged-on-senate-ky-matters-amid-hospitalization-spokesperson-says/INTERVIEW: Alisha Chaffin, KY HD 88 Candidatehttps://www.chaffin4ky.com/CALL TO ACTION:Join us at Gatton Park on Saturday - RCO Benjamin Historical Marker: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1413927424097643&set=a.356386063185123#ProgressKentucky - #ColonelsOfTruthJoin us! http://progressky.org/Support us! https://secure.actblue.com/donate/progresskyLive Wednesdays at 7pm on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/progressky/live/and on YouTube http://bit.ly/progress_kyListen as a podcast right here, or wherever you get your pods: https://tr.ee/PsdiXaFylKFacebook - ⁠⁠@progressky⁠ ⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠@progress_ky⁠⁠ Bluesky - ⁠https://bsky.app/profile/progressky.org ⁠https://linktr.ee/progresskyEpisode 263 was produced by NateTheme music from the amazing Nato - hear more at http://www.NatoSongs.com

FCPS Superintendent Demetrus Liggins is placed on paid administrative leave after a confusing couple of days, Gov. Beshear says the gas tax will likely return for all Kentucky communities, data centers are being debated in more Kentucky cities, how high school students are learning about career opportunities during the summer, and U.S. Rep. McGarvey goes 4/4 in the Congressional baseball game.

Gov. Beshear says he's moving money around to fund social service programs, an ethics commission dimisses a complaint against a state senator, a new housing fund hopes to speed up construction in Northern Kentucky, and meet a Kentucky farmer embracing technology with the use of a driverless tractor.

Uncertainty surrounding the future of FCPS Superintendent Demetrus Liggins, the city of Lexington hosts a job fair to help employees laid off by FCPS, construction on I-65 is on schedule, and two members of Kentucky's federal delegation have different reactions to a $70 billion bill to fund I.C.E.

Beshear admits he is trying to sell the idea of data centers to Kentuckians.I discuss exactly why politicians everywhere are giving away tax incentives and taxpayer cash in order to attract massive data centers to their areas, despite the citizens they are supposed to represent not wanting them there. Beshear gave us a huge hint as to why with his statements.

Governor Beshear extends Kentucky's gas tax suspension for a couple dozen cities and counties, a state lawmaker says Beshear's executive order to expand Kentucky's medical marijuana program is illegal, several Kentucky Democrats turn out to stump for Zach Dembo in the state's 6th Congressional district, and Kentucky farmers prepare for a growing concern that could threaten their livestock.

An arrest warrant was issued for former KY Gov. Matt Bevin, why the Beshear administration says it's reducing services for children and seniors, the Trump administration announces new funding for some Kentucky coal projects, and U.K.'s Children's Hospital partners with the Dolly Parton Imagination Library.

A busy stretch of I-65 in Louisville officially closes for the summer, several Kentucky counties hit hard by January's winter storm are approved for federal funding, Governor Beshear says he hasn't talked to his family about running for president, a second arrest warrant for former Kentucky Governor Matt Bevin is dropped, and our Monday's on Main spotlights the city of Madisonville.

Hundreds pack a town hall to discuss a proposed data center in northeastern Kentucky, LMPD moves to fire an officer after a fatal police shooting, Governor Beshear expands access for medical marijuana, President Trump makes good on his promise to nominate Nate Morris to an ambasadorship, and why rural Kentucky is seeing higher numbers of sleep disorders.

Buzz is growing around Andy Beshear as a potential 2028 dark-horse candidate. MS NOW's Ari Melber sat down with Beshear at an event hosted by Common Good for a wide-ranging conversation on how Democrats can take on MAGA, the future of the party, and the road to 2028. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Beshear declares a state of emergency!But it's not snowing, flooding, the wind isn't blowing, and a mass amount of people don't have the sniffles. So what is the emergency? Gas prices, he says. His orders include activating price-gouging laws, lowering the gas tax, and stopping a future hike.I'll break down exactly what he did, and importantly, did he do the same thing under Biden?

Beshear signs order to suspend Kentucky's gas tax, a judge rules Kentucky's ban on camping in public spaces is unconstitutional, UK's decision to end a contract leads to 900 layoffs, and an international conference focused on coal ash comes to Kentucky.

Gov. Beshear launches a Pre-K for All pilot program, renewed calls for State Rep. Grossberg to resign, Sen. Paul weighs in on the race to replace Sen. McConnell, a record amount of unclaimed property is returned to Kentuckians, and a conversation with Kentucky-born journalist Michael Collins.

Federal and state leaders break ground on the Brent Spence Bridge project, state lawmakers react to Gov. Beshear's Pre-K for All pilot program, a look at a key state Senate race ahead of the May 19 primary, and how one district is working to grow and inspire the next generation of teachers.

Daniel Cameron announces a statewide tour after President Trump endorsed his challenger in Kentucky's U.S. Senate race, Congressman Massie criticizes his opponent for not participating in debates, Beshear declares a state of emergency to combat high gas prices, and details on a major traffic project that will impact downtown Louisville for months.

Governor Beshear says he's losing confidence in the University of Kentucky, candidates looking to replace Sen. McConnell appear on KET, Sen. Paul puts forward a bill he says could save Kentucky's hemp industry, and Churchill Downs is buying a famed leg of racing's Triple Crown.

More reaction to Gov. Beshear's comment about losing confidence in UK's leadership, candidates for U.S. Senate explain what sets them apart from their competition, how legislation could advance research of psychedelics in Kentucky, and students are learning practical living skills at a South Central Kentucky high school.

Kentucky's Lt. Gov. announces she's running for governor, Gov. Beshear gives his advice for how Democrats could connect with voters ahead of the midterms, President Trump signs an executive order that could speed up access to psychedelic drugs as potential treatments, and a former shopping mall is turned into a place hosting tech entrepreneurs and creative start-up companies in South Central Kentucky.

Senate committee postpones impeachment trial for Fayette Circuit Court Judge Julie Goodman, lawmakers finalize budget for Kentucky's Judicial Branch but say an increase in filing fees is needed to offset a projected shortfall,  Governor Andy Beshear weighs in on the 2026 legislative session, and Kentucky's state auditor testifies before Congressional panel on Medicaid fraud. 

Lawmakers override Gov. Beshear's line-item vetoes of the state's two-year budget bill, priority education legislation and the General Assembly's attempt to cut costs and implement federal changes to Medicaid. Also, what's next for the Senate impeachment trail of a Fayette County judge.

A $1.7 billion one-time spending bill was just signed by the Governor — and most of us had no idea it was even happening.Over $300 million in potential waste and abuse has been identified in HB 900. It started at $800 million for unnamed projects. Then, at last minute, it grew to $1.7 billion — stuffing in spending items that nobody had time to properly review… and that were kept hidden from Kentucky citizens until after the vote.Here's just some of what they slipped in:- $80 million in forgivable loans to mega-development private industry projects - $100 million to the Economic Development Grant program - $2.5 million to buy an off-road park - $2.2 million in one-time extra funding to the Glendale Training Center at Elizabethtown Community and Technical College, which was built to train employees at the currently shuttered Ford battery plant.- $3 million to the Louisville Ballet - $4 million to Camp Landing Entertainment District, which is a for-profit private property developer renting space in a redevelopment mall to Malibu Jacks, a movie theater, and other businesses.- $2.5 million for Kentucky to invest in Kentucky tech startups (it doesn't specify which ones — presumably those selected by the Beshear administration) - $3.2 million to the Louisville Orchestra, which has net revenue in the millions - $10 million to the Kentucky Center for the Arts, which is the landlord for the Opera and hosts events like drag shows - $450,000 to the Leadership Kentucky Foundation, a nonprofit with over $1.1 million in annual revenue, a net income of $308,000, and more than $3 million in assets - $3 million to Goodwill Kentucky. Goodwill Kentucky brought in $138,259,072 in revenue last year, with net income of over $5 million and $184 million in net assets. It's CEO makes over $450,000 annually. - $158 million in various unnamed or ambiguous economic development projects.And that's just scratching the surface.Whether it's handing millions to already financially strong private nonprofits, spending tens of millions on unnamed economic development projects that could end up in private bank accounts, or getting government involved in private industry where it arguably shouldn't be — these are all expenditures that deserved real debate and discussion.Not a last-minute, secretive passage where the citizens of Kentucky don't get to voice their thoughts to their representatives.Watch my latest show where I break it all down.

Sen. Paul discusses the war in Iran and Trump's comments about the Pope, Kentucky's Auditor is headed to Washington, D.C., Beshear drops another hint about a potential presidential campaign, and a look at NASA's historic Artemis II mission.

──────────────────────────────────────── [00:12:05] Army Vet: We Knew It Was a School — We Are the Terrorists by Our Own Definition A 17-year counter-terrorism officer: evacuation began at 10:20 AM inside the targeting window with real-time satellite coverage. The US is the terrorist by its own legal definition. ──────────────────────────────────────── [00:34:35] Iran Demanding Strait Tolls in Bitcoin — Untraceable and Unsanctionable Iran charges $1-2 million per ship in Bitcoin so it can't be seized. The petrodollar empire is collecting tolls for Iran. ──────────────────────────────────────── [00:38:48] Ceasefire Broken — Israel Escalated Lebanon to Highest Level Ever Within Hours Point three required Israel to stop attacking Lebanon. Instead Israel hit 100 targets in 10 minutes. Iran shut the Strait again. ──────────────────────────────────────── [00:48:22] Graham: No Congress Needed to Start War — But Must Approve Any Peace Deal Graham demanded Vance explain the ceasefire before Congress. Knight: presidents can start wars unilaterally but need approval to stop — a perfect inversion of the Constitution. ──────────────────────────────────────── [00:55:08] Iran Controls the Strait Without a Navy — the US Navy Won't Go Near It Iran controls the world's most important chokepoint without a fleet. The US Navy sails 500-800 miles away to avoid being sunk. ──────────────────────────────────────── [00:59:21] Any Agreement With the US Is Worthless — Iran Knows Nukes Are the Only Protection Iran was attacked twice during negotiations. Every peace agreement has been treachery. Nuclear weapons are the only guarantee of survival. ──────────────────────────────────────── [01:05:33] France Asked for Its Gold — The Fed Had Sold It and Had to Wire Cash Instead France asked the Federal Reserve for its gold. The US had sold it and wired cash. France bought gold in Europe, making a $15 billion profit. ──────────────────────────────────────── [01:17:47] MAGA Influencers Promoted Gold Companies Charging 65% Markups — 17 Federal Cases Filed Financial Times found 17 cases against companies promoted by Bannon, Trump Jr., and Loomer. Birch Gold customers were charged 60-65% above spot. One Navy veteran lost nearly $100,000. ──────────────────────────────────────── [01:34:52] Daleiden Wins: California Dropped Nine-Year Lawfare Against Planned Parenthood Whistleblower California dismissed charges Kamala Harris launched against the journalist who exposed Planned Parenthood selling baby parts. His footage led to $7.8M in settlements and a $2B false claims case. ──────────────────────────────────────── [01:40:11] Both Left and Right Using Christianity as Political Prop While Ignoring Its Content Paula White compared Trump's battles to Christ's crucifixion. Beshear and Talarico invoke Christianity to justify abortion and mutilation. Knight: if you can't use it responsibly, don't invoke it. ──────────────────────────────────────── [01:51:39] Pope May Have Canceled US Trip After Trump Threatened to Invade the Vatican Reports say the Pope canceled after Trump's team threatened Vatican City. Knight notes plausibility given threats against Greenland, Canada, and Venezuela. ──────────────────────────────────────── [01:52:24] Tennessee Congressman Says Humans Are in Contact With Aliens — Knight: That's a Pagan Worldview Burchett claims alien contact has already occurred. Knight: beings that can destroy us and haven't — that's not benevolent aliens, that's a description of God. ──────────────────────────────────────── Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silver For 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code KNIGHT Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.com If you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-david-knight-show--2653468/support.

──────────────────────────────────────── [00:12:05] Army Vet: We Knew It Was a School — We Are the Terrorists by Our Own Definition A 17-year counter-terrorism officer: evacuation began at 10:20 AM inside the targeting window with real-time satellite coverage. The US is the terrorist by its own legal definition. ──────────────────────────────────────── [00:34:35] Iran Demanding Strait Tolls in Bitcoin — Untraceable and Unsanctionable Iran charges $1-2 million per ship in Bitcoin so it can't be seized. The petrodollar empire is collecting tolls for Iran. ──────────────────────────────────────── [00:38:48] Ceasefire Broken — Israel Escalated Lebanon to Highest Level Ever Within Hours Point three required Israel to stop attacking Lebanon. Instead Israel hit 100 targets in 10 minutes. Iran shut the Strait again. ──────────────────────────────────────── [00:48:22] Graham: No Congress Needed to Start War — But Must Approve Any Peace Deal Graham demanded Vance explain the ceasefire before Congress. Knight: presidents can start wars unilaterally but need approval to stop — a perfect inversion of the Constitution. ──────────────────────────────────────── [00:55:08] Iran Controls the Strait Without a Navy — the US Navy Won't Go Near It Iran controls the world's most important chokepoint without a fleet. The US Navy sails 500-800 miles away to avoid being sunk. ──────────────────────────────────────── [00:59:21] Any Agreement With the US Is Worthless — Iran Knows Nukes Are the Only Protection Iran was attacked twice during negotiations. Every peace agreement has been treachery. Nuclear weapons are the only guarantee of survival. ──────────────────────────────────────── [01:05:33] France Asked for Its Gold — The Fed Had Sold It and Had to Wire Cash Instead France asked the Federal Reserve for its gold. The US had sold it and wired cash. France bought gold in Europe, making a $15 billion profit. ──────────────────────────────────────── [01:17:47] MAGA Influencers Promoted Gold Companies Charging 65% Markups — 17 Federal Cases Filed Financial Times found 17 cases against companies promoted by Bannon, Trump Jr., and Loomer. Birch Gold customers were charged 60-65% above spot. One Navy veteran lost nearly $100,000. ──────────────────────────────────────── [01:34:52] Daleiden Wins: California Dropped Nine-Year Lawfare Against Planned Parenthood Whistleblower California dismissed charges Kamala Harris launched against the journalist who exposed Planned Parenthood selling baby parts. His footage led to $7.8M in settlements and a $2B false claims case. ──────────────────────────────────────── [01:40:11] Both Left and Right Using Christianity as Political Prop While Ignoring Its Content Paula White compared Trump's battles to Christ's crucifixion. Beshear and Talarico invoke Christianity to justify abortion and mutilation. Knight: if you can't use it responsibly, don't invoke it. ──────────────────────────────────────── [01:51:39] Pope May Have Canceled US Trip After Trump Threatened to Invade the Vatican Reports say the Pope canceled after Trump's team threatened Vatican City. Knight notes plausibility given threats against Greenland, Canada, and Venezuela. ──────────────────────────────────────── [01:52:24] Tennessee Congressman Says Humans Are in Contact With Aliens — Knight: That's a Pagan Worldview Burchett claims alien contact has already occurred. Knight: beings that can destroy us and haven't — that's not benevolent aliens, that's a description of God. ──────────────────────────────────────── Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silver For 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code KNIGHT Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.com If you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-david-knight-show--5282736/support.

Tate Adamiak marks 4 year anniversary in prison for…nothing? KY governor Beshear veto’s 18-20 y/o right to carry and SCOTUS denies Cert in IL public transportation ban cse.

Beshear lied about HB1 to further his presidential aspirations.Shocker, I know — but Governor Beshear straight-up lied about what House Bill 1 actually does for school choice in Kentucky.He vetoed it, claiming it would take money from public schools and hurt Kentucky kids. That was false.HB1 simply lets Kentucky families participate in a federal tax credit scholarship program. Kentuckians can donate up to $1,700 to approved scholarship organizations and get a dollar-for-dollar federal tax credit. Those funds help K-12 students (public or private) with tuition, fees, and education costs. Not one penny comes from Kentucky state taxes or public-school budgets.The legislature overrode his veto overwhelmingly (House 77-14, Senate 31-5), and now it's law.I sat down with Corey DeAngelis to break it all down — what HB1 really does, how Beshear misrepresented it, and why he put special interests and his presidential ambitions ahead of Kentucky families.

Governor Beshear signs Logan's Law into law and vetoes two gun-related bills, Renee Shaw recaps the legislative session with Kentucky Lantern's McKenna Horsley, Sen. McConnell is asked about his successor, and hear about an idea for a tunnel under Louisville for driverless cars.

Kentucky's Republican state senators and representatives will honor retiring Senator Mitch McConnell, the longest serving Senate party leader in U.S. history, with a statue in Frankfort's Capitol Rotunda.WHAS Radio's Terry Meiners discusses McConnell's impact on Kentucky prominence and abundant federal funding - "punching above our weight" in the senator's words - leading to this honor.Democrats, most notably, Governor Andy Beshear, are not thrilled with the idea of honoring McConnell alongside statues of Abraham Lincoln, Henry Clay, and Ephraim McDowell.Meiners unpacks the drama of a supermajority of Republicans laughing while floundering Democrats (who've "lost the plot" according to Rahm Emmanuel) kick and scream at the inevitable addition honoring McConnell's legacy.Will they ultimately pass a law requiring Beshear to salute the McConnell statue every time he walks out of his office?

I discuss how ridiculous the push to put a McConnell statue in the Frankfort Capitol building rotunda is when we look at who else his statue would sit by. I go through the Matt Bevin court case. Beshear responds to Ball's audit.

Andy Beshear is the most popular Democratic governor in the country – in a state Donald Trump won by more than 30 points in 2024. He explains why he believes a President JD Vance could be “more damaging than Trump”, lays out his playbook for winning back voters in Trump country, and calls out the litmus test he thinks Democrats should abandon. Can a Democrat who wins in deep-red Kentucky translate that success nationally? Beshear argues why someone like him may have an advantage at the top of the Democratic ticket in 2028.

Andy Beshear is the most popular Democratic governor in the country – in a state Donald Trump won by more than 30 points in 2024. He explains why he believes a President JD Vance could be “more damaging than Trump”, lays out his playbook for winning back voters in Trump country, and calls out the litmus test he thinks Democrats should abandon. Can a Democrat who wins in deep-red Kentucky translate that success nationally? Beshear argues why someone like him may have an advantage at the top of the Democratic ticket in 2028. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A judge sentences former Gov. Matt Bevin to 60 days in jail, lawmakers look to end Kentucky's "orphan tax," a new report from Kentucky's Auditor is critical of the executive branch, Gov. Beshear says it would be "dangerous" for Vice President J.D. Vance to run for President, and a life science research space in Northern Kentucky welcomes its first international company.

“The problems start when I conclude that only an uninformed, unintelligent, or evil person could hold the view that you hold.” — Julia MinsonIn a sneak preview of the 2028 Presidential election, Andy Beshear called JD Vance the most arrogant politician in America. Vance's spokesperson fires back that Beshear is chasing headlines. Just another disagreeable day in American public life. So how can we make conversation more civil? How to disagree more agreeably?In her new book (out today) How to Disagree Better, the Harvard public policy professor Julia Minson argues that disagreement is not conflict. You and I can see the world differently and have a completely civil conversation about it. The problem is when we decide the other person is stupid, evil, or both.Minson's test case is her own family. Her father-in-law is a retired Army veteran who served in Vietnam and Korea and has voted Republican his entire life. Minson is a first-generation Russian immigrant who came to Denver as a teenager. They disagree on immigration, on ICE, on most of what divides America. The problem, she confesses, is that they don't actually know why the other believes what they believe because they've spent years avoiding the subject. So Minson and her father-in-law make the worst assumptions about each other.Her deeper argument is about the danger of silence. The loudest disagreements get the headlines, but the more dangerous problem is the people who don't dare to speak up — the junior person in the corporate meeting sitting on their hands while a bad decision gets made, the teenager who walks out of the room, the patient who leaves the doctor's office. Minson is honest about the limits of how to disagree better: Putin wouldn't read this book. Some disagreements are not between equals. But most of ours are — and we're terrible at them because we'd rather go to the dentist than spend twenty minutes talking to someone who disagrees with us. Let's hope Minson has sent How to Disagree Better to both Andy Beshear and JD Vance. Five Takeaways•       Disagreement Is Not Conflict: You and I can see the world differently and have a completely civil conversation about it. The problems start when I conclude that only an uninformed, unintelligent, or evil person could hold the view you hold. That's when disagreement becomes conflict — and it's usually based on inaccurate information about the other person's motives.•       We Fill In the Blanks with the Worst Possible Story: When people avoid a topic, they don't actually know why the other person believes what they believe. So they make assumptions — and what they assume is negative. Grandpa doesn't like immigrants because he's a racist. That probably isn't how grandpa would explain himself. Most conflict is bred in misunderstanding.•       Vulnerability Persuades. Bragging Doesn't: If Minson says “we should let in more immigrants because my life as an immigrant is wonderful” — that sounds like bragging. If she says “I struggled to find acceptance and I want to make it easier for others” — that resonates. Sharing why a topic matters to you, especially the vulnerable part, changes the conversation.•       The Real Problem Is Silence, Not Shouting: The loudest disagreements get the headlines. But the more common and more dangerous problem is people who don't speak up because they're afraid the disagreement will turn into drama. In corporations, in families, in classrooms — the junior person sitting on their hands while a bad decision gets made. That silence has real costs.•       Putin Wouldn't Read This Book: Minson is honest about the limits. Her book is for people who want better relationships with people they disagree with. It's not for autocrats. Some disagreements are not between equals. Some people have made clear what their goals are, and thoughtful conversation is not one of them. The book works best where diplomacy already should. About the GuestJulia Minson is an Associate Professor of Public Policy at the Harvard Kennedy School of Government and founder of Disagreeing Better, LLC. Her research focuses on the psychology of disagreement. How to Disagree Better is published by Portfolio/Penguin Random House.References:•       How to Disagree Better by Julia Minson (Portfolio, 2026) — out today.•       Disagreeing Better — Minson's consulting practice and research hub.•       Episode 2845: Let's Ban Billionaires — Noam Cohen on the Know-It-Alls, where the disagreement is rather less agreeable.About Keen On AmericaNobody asks more awkward questions than the Anglo-American writer and filmmaker Andrew Keen. In Keen On America, Andrew brings his pointed Transatlantic wit to making sense of the United States — hosting daily interviews about the history and future of this now venerable Republic. With nearly 2,800 episodes since the show launched on TechCrunch in 2010, Keen On America is the most prolific intellectual interview show in the history of podcasting.WebsiteSubstackYouTubeApple PodcastsSpotify Chapters:

The Bardstown community remembers a Kentucky soldier killed in Operation Epic Fury, a bill allowing adults under 21 to conceal carry advances, an omnibus betting bill clears the House with a bipartisan floor admendment despite the objections of the bill's sponsor, and Gov. Beshear offers his take on the Senate's version of the two-year state budget.

An Army Sergeant from Hardin County is the latest U.S. soldier to be killed in the attack on Iran, President Trump plans to discuss affordability during a visit to Northern Kentucky, the House overrides Gov. Beshear's first veto of the 2026 Kentucky General Assembly, and two Kentuckians seek to intervene in the DOJ's case against Secretary of State Michael Adams.

Some of Kentucky's federal delegation react to Kristi Noem's firing as Secretary of Homeland Security, Kentucky's General Assembly looks to make good on its promise to see nuclear energy sourced in the state, lawmakers debate if a shakeup in the medical marketplace will help or hurt patients, the U.S. war in Iran continues without Congressional approval, and UK athletics director Mitch Barnhart.

An environmental group welcomes a change to a bill that would alter Kentucky's PSC, a sweeping elections bill advances, lawmakers engage in a lengthy debate about pesticide labels, and how one organization is working to address Kentucky's teacher shortage. 

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear has become one of the most closely watched Democrats in the country. A two-term governor in a deeply red state, Beshear has won statewide office twice, even as President Trump carried Kentucky by wide margins. As Democrats search for a message that can resonate beyond blue states, Geoff Bennett sat down with Beshear to discuss how his approach is drawing attention. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear has become one of the most closely watched Democrats in the country. A two-term governor in a deeply red state, Beshear has won statewide office twice, even as President Trump carried Kentucky by wide margins. As Democrats search for a message that can resonate beyond blue states, Geoff Bennett sat down with Beshear to discuss how his approach is drawing attention. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

Florida's governor asks Kentucky lawmakers to join movement to balance the federal budget, a bill addressing how minors interact with social media, advocates push for automatic restoration of voting rights, and Gov. Beshear is now an author.

This week we welcomed Jason Bailey to the show! He's the executive director of Kentucky Center for Economic Policy/KY Policy, and he joined us to talk about this year's budget, including significant cuts to healthcare for state workers. Before the interview, Robert and Jazmin talked about Andy Beshear's differences with Auditor Allison Ball and Attorney General Russell Coleman.

The legacy media is still hunting for a “moderate Democrat” like it’s a unicorn—and Jake Tapper’s latest attempt to sell Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear as the answer is painfully transparent. In this clip, Beshear dodges, the “pendulum” talking point gets exposed, and Hakeem Jeffries gets pressured by Joy Reid to go full “Abolish ICE.” The result? A brutal reminder that the Left’s base demands radicalism—and “moderate” is just branding. SHOP OUR MERCH: https://store.townhallmedia.com/ BUY A LARRY MUG: https://store.townhallmedia.com/products/larry-mug Watch LARRY with Larry O'Connor LIVE — Monday-Thursday at 12PM Eastern on YouTube, Facebook, & Rumble! Find LARRY with Larry O'Connor wherever you get your podcasts! SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/7i8F7K4fqIDmqZSIHJNhMh?si=814ce2f8478944c0&nd=1&dlsi=e799ca22e81b456f APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/larry/id1730596733 Become a Townhall VIP Member today and use promo code LARRY for 50% off: https://townhall.com/subscribe?tpcc=poddescription https://townhall.com/ https://rumble.com/c/c-5769468 https://www.facebook.com/townhallcom/ https://www.instagram.com/townhallmedia/ https://twitter.com/townhallcomBecome a Townhall VIP member with promo code "LARRY": https://townhall.com/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some police chiefs say they back a bill that would make Glock switches illegal in Kentucky, lawmakers advance a bill that removes a requirement for lawyers, Congressman Massie says the DOJ has more work to do on the Epstein files, and why a group wants to see a regional indoor smoking ban in Northern Kentucky.

I dig into the Kentucky Auditor's report that found over $133 million in questionable spending by the Beshear administration. The report found issues with:

Lawmakers scrutinize executive branch spending while crafting new two-year budget, why Kentucky's university professors say state lawmakers are once again attacking tenure, a new report looks at the actions of FCPS' superintendent, and the state makes another appeal to the Trump administration for federal help following yet another deadly storm.

A bill that sparks a debate over parental involvement in schools, more legislation focused on Kentucky's housing shortage, Gov. Beshear responds to the auditor's claims about questionable spending in the executive branch, and Congressman Massie engages in a heated exchange with the U.S. Attorney General over the Epstein files.

Join Jim and Greg for the Tuesday 3 Martini Lunch as they break down the New York Times admitting it was wrong about supporting the legalization of marijuana, the slippery answers of possible presidential candidate Andy Beshear, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass facing little opposition for re-election, and a public official in desperate need of a civics lesson.First, they're pleasantly surprised to see the New York Times editorial board concede it was wrong to champion marijuana legalization while minimizing the harms of widespread weed use. Jim and Greg discuss data showing a surge in Americans using marijuana five or more times a week and how many states have effectively flipped sides in the drug war.Next, they turn to Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear's appearance on The View as he works to build national name recognition ahead of a likely 2028 presidential run. Beshear casts himself as a moderate, but Jim and Greg point to his opposition to proof-of-citizenship requirements for voter registration and his attempted veto of legislation banning transgender surgeries for minors. Jim explains how Democrats like Beshear try to hide behind their Republican legislatures to look moderate.Then they groan as the deadline for running for Mayor of Los Angeles has come and gone and Mayor Karen Bass looks like a heavy favorite for re-election despite her disastrous performance. Is LA a lost cause or would it ever boot a Democrat from office.Finally, they cringe as the sheriff of the largest county in North Carolina miserably fails to state how many branches of government we have and which one he is part of.Please visit our great sponsors:Upgrade your sleep with Brooklyn Bedding and get 30% off sitewide at https://BrooklynBedding.com when you use promo code 3ML at checkout.Find your way forward with BetterHelp when you sign up at https://www.BetterHelp.com/3ML to get 10% off your first month.Upgrade your wardrobe with Mizzen & Main — get 20% off your first purchase at https://MizzenandMain.com with promo code 3ML20.New episodes every weekday. 

With Trump slashing SNAP benefits, Gov. Beshear is asking the people of Kentucky to look out for their neighbors so they don't go hungry—since the administration won't. Meanwhile, Trump's tariffs are hammering farmers in the Bluegrass State at the same time Republicans are sabotaging rural healthcare. And reporting from Chicago, Moran finds his hometown still full of tough, independent people who won't be pushed around. True to form: Moms, bystanders, and priests are standing up to immigration agents while Trump tries to flex the full force of his authoritarian ambitions. Plus, Norah O'Donnell did not stand up for the truth, and the legacy and patriotism of Dick Cheney. Gov. Andy Beshear and Terry Moran join Tim Miller. show notes The Bulwark's Special Election Night Coverage at 8ET Bill and JVL on the legacy of Dick Cheney Terry's Substack Terry's recent reporting from Chicago Andrew's recent interview with Iowa's Rob Sand To get 6 bottles of wine for $39.99, head to NakedWines.com/THEBULWARK and use code THEBULWARK for both the code AND PASSWORD.