Podcasts about congressional representatives

Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Leah Murray  Two members of the House of Representatives are in the news today. GOP Rep. Victoria Spartz (R-Ind.) says she won’t caucus with Republicans or sit on any committees; is this a smart decision for her political future? On the other side of the aisle, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) has lost the vote to become the ranking member of the House Oversight Committee; what does her loss say about the rising generation in Congress? Inside Sources breaks both situations down. 

Hosts: Adam Gardiner and Leah Murray  Drama among Congressional RepresentativesTwo members of the House of Representatives are in the news today. GOP Rep. Victoria Spartz (R-Ind.) says she won’t caucus with Republicans or sit on any committees; is this a smart decision for her political future? On the other side of the aisle, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) has lost the vote to become the ranking member of the House Oversight Committee; what does her loss say about the rising generation in Congress? Inside Sources breaks both situations down.  One day closer to a government shutdown Negotiations over a government funding bill have stalled, bringing the country one day closer to a shutdown. What’s stopping things this time around? Hosts Leah Murray and Adam Gardiner go in-depth on the latest efforts to pass a continuing resolution and fund the government.  On the Hill 2025: Previewing legislation on affordable housing The 2025 Legislative General Session is about one month away. We’re previewing several kinds of legislation ahead of the session; today we’re talking about housing. State House Representative Ray Ward will run a bill he hopes will cut through some of the red tape for building lot size and ADUs. He calls into Inside Sources to preview a few of his bills.  On the Hill 2025: Previewing legislation on quality drinking water We continue our preview of the 2025 Legislative General Session, shifting our focus to drinking water. The quality of drinking water is super important, so how do we make sure the water is safe? State Senator Scott Sandall is going to run a bill next year that would outline how water testing is funded. He joins Inside Sources to explain.  Pres-elect Trump sues Iowa newspaper over pre-election poll Just before the presidential election this year, the Des Moines Register – in partnership with J. Ann Selzer polling – published a poll showing Democratic candidate Kamala Harris in the lead in Iowa. While she ended up losing the state, Donald Trump says what the paper did amounts to deception and election interference. We discuss the possible effects on polling and the media as a result of this lawsuit.   Trudeau’s Canadian government could collapse following Trump’s trade threats President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed policies on tariffs and trade is already causing issues with our neighbors to the north. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau appears to be in peril over Trump’s threats, leading to uncertainty that his Liberal government will be able to continue. Inside Sources discusses Trump’s effects on neighboring countries.  On the Hill 2025: Previewing legislation on firearms Another few pieces of legislation coming down the pike in the state’s next legislative session deal with firearms – retention and safety. State House Representative Matt MacPherson joins Inside Sources in the studio to discuss what he hopes to accomplish with the two firearm bills, plus some of the other bills he’s working on ahead of next month’s session.  Last-minute push for Pres. Biden to sign the Equal Rights Amendment Democratic lawmakers around the country are pushing for President Biden to certify the Equal Rights Amendment before he leaves office. While the 38th state to ratify the amendment did so in 2020, the deadlines for the amendment to pass have technically passed. So what are Democrats actually hoping to do? The Inside Sources’ hosts finish the show discussing it all.

Dorothy is a veteran of conservation efforts in Montana, enjoying successes and enduring defeats. In this interview, she talks about her experiences and about the difficult situation Montana is facing with a Governor wo breaks the law to shoot what he wants, a legislature that seems hostile to wildlife conservation, and a pair of Congressional Representatives who are aligned with the Governor. Support the show

Following up on a podcast discussion we had last year to help the push to award the Congressional Gold Medal to the US Army's Hello Girls of WW1, we have good news:   We are so close to reaching the numbers we need!   The Hello Girls of the WW1 US Army have never been officially recognized for the groundbreaking service they provided as America's first women soldiers. In this call to action, an incredible group of people come back on to talk about why the Hello Girls should receive the Congressional Gold Medal.    Joining us are:   Congressman Emanuel Cleaver, representing Missouri's Fifth Congressional District, and the  original sponsor, H.R. 1572 Hello Girls Congressional Gold Medal Act of 2023: (https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/1572/text)   Dan Dayton, Former Executive Director, U.S. World War I Centennial Commission   Catherine Bourgin, granddaughter of Hello Girl Marie Edmee LeRoux    Carolyn Timbie, granddaughter of Hello Girls Chief Operator Grace Banker   Chris Christopher, Captain, USN (Ret.), US WW1 Centennial Commission   Diane Boettcher, Captain, USN (Ret.), genealogical researcher  Support a Congressional Gold Medal for the WWI Hello Girls! Instructions are here:   https://ww1cc.org/hellogirls   US listeners, email or call your Congressional Representatives today! The BFWWP is on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BattlesoftheFirstWorldWarPodcast.    Any questions, comments or concerns please contact me through the website, www.firstworldwarpodcast.com. Follow us on Twitter at @WW1podcast, the Battles of the First World War Podcast page on FaceBook, and on Instagram at @WW1battlecast. Not into social media? Email me directly at verdunpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider reviewing the Battles of the First World War Podcast on iTunes.  

Earlier this month, U.S. Congressman Rob Wittman (R-1st District) helped commemorate the 80th anniversary of the D-Day invasion by visiting Normandy, France to honor veterans who died during the operation. Wittman, whose district includes Henrico's western half, was part of a bipartisan congressional delegation that took part in observance of the anniversary with veterans, active duty service members, and foreign dignitaries. He visited the gravesites of several Virginians who died during the invasion. “Eighty years ago, thousands of Allied soldiers landed on the beaches of Normandy and changed the course of history,” Wittman said. “While paying our respects in Normandy,...Article LinkSupport the Show.

Do you think we need term limits on our Congressional representatives? Putting limits on the amount of terms that members of congress can serve is going to make Congress more dusfunctional, not less. So how do we make legislators get back to doing what's in the best interest of their constituents? Casey Burgat, Legislative Affairs Program Director at George Washington University, joins Ian Hoch to discuss it. 

We hope you all had a fantastic holiday season and that you are excited about the New Year! We had a special guest join us yesterday to kick off 2024. We have been lucky enough to get to know a number of Senators, Governors and Congressional Representatives over the past few years. One that we have been getting to know better recently is Senator John Kennedy of Louisiana. Sharp, informed, well read, very funny, and representing a very important energy and industrial state, Senator Kennedy never disappoints when any public policy matter is up for thoughtful debate. We felt particularly lucky he took some time to brainstorm the coming year with us in this Special Edition COBT. As you will hear, Mike Bradley, Jeff Tillery and I explored a broad range of topics with the Senator including domestic and international challenges facing the United States in 2024, the divide in Washington regarding climate issues, Senator Kennedy's stance on climate change, the role of the government and private sector, the erosion of public confidence in institutions, and potential strategies for restoring that confidence. We also touch on the importance of leadership and transparent communication, power demand growth and infrastructure challenges, and the need to improve the understanding of energy-related issues in Washington. Senator Kennedy shares his perspective on the significance of the United States projecting strength and power and his optimistic outlook on American resilience in overcoming challenges. We are very grateful to Senator Kennedy for sharing his time and valuable insights with us all. Speaking of kicking off the New Year, we attended the Goldman Sachs Energy, CleanTech and Utilities Conference in Miami this week (agenda linked here). Arjun Murti spoke on a panel addressing “Where Are We in the Commodities Cycle?” I am biased but I thought he did a great job discussing why energy is so important globally, why energy broadly is an attractive sector, and why oil and gas peak demand is nearly impossible to predict. Overall, we saw many friends old and new, and increasingly perceive that Veriten's mission of “truth in energy” is gaining more visibility and support. Special thanks to Neil Mehta and the entire Goldman Sachs research team for having us and congratulations to them on a great kickoff to the year. We will return next week with the regular COBT schedule. We have a very fun “2-year Veriten Anniversary” show planned! Again, Happy 2024 and thank you for your friendship and support!

The Hello Girls of the WW1 US Army have never been officially recognized for the groundbreaking service they provided as America's first women soldiers. In this call to action, an incredible group of people came on to talk about why the Hello Girls should receive the Congressional Gold Medal.   Joining us are:   Ms. Catherine Bourgin, granddaughter of Hello Girl Marie Edmee LeRoux Mr. Daniel Dayton, Executive Director of the World War I Centennial Commission Dr. Allison S. Finkelstein, Senior Historian at Arlington National Cemetery Ms. Claudia Friddell, award winning author of “Grace Banker and Her Hello Girls Answer the Call” COL Linda Jantzen, United States Army Signal Corps, Retired Carolyn Timbie, granddaughter of Grace Banker, Chief Operator of the 1st women's telephone unit that sailed to France in March, 1918 Ms. Phyllis J. Wilson, President of the Military Women's Memorial in Arlington, VA Support a Congressional Gold Medal for the WWI Hello Girls! Instructions are here:   https://ww1cc.org/715-valor-medals/valor-medals-meet-the-heroes/7321-hello-girls-congress.html   US listeners, call your Congressional Representatives today! Interested in the 2024 Lost Battalion Tours' Meuse-Argonne battlefield tour?    Email us: lostbattaliontours@gmail.com The BFWWP is on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/BattlesoftheFirstWorldWarPodcast.    Any questions, comments or concerns please contact me through the website, www.firstworldwarpodcast.com. Follow us on Twitter at @WW1podcast, the Battles of the First World War Podcast page on FaceBook, and on Instagram at @WW1battlecast. Not into social media? Email me directly at verdunpodcast@gmail.com. Please consider reviewing the Battles of the First World War Podcast on iTunes.  

In this emotionally charged episode of "Pushing Forward with Alycia | A Disability Podcast" Dez Del Barba, a military veteran who became a survivor of medical malpractice after contracting necrotizing fasciitis during his basic training, showcases his unbreakable human spirt and shares his new passion for wheelchair tennis, where he's already won several championships. Dez contracted streptococcus A During his basic training, which, due to misdiagnosis and inadequate treatment, evolved into necrotizing fasciitis. His condition rapidly deteriorated, resulting in the amputation of his left leg above the knee, severe damage to his right leg, underarms, and post-traumatic stress disorder. Dez endured an astonishing 43 surgeries, spent 100 days in the ICU, and underwent months of grueling physical, occupational, and mental health therapy. Despite these unimaginable hardships Dez's story is one of resilience, determination, and triumph. He is not just a survivor; he's a fierce advocate for change within the military healthcare system. His journey from despair to becoming a champion athlete in wheelchair tennis is nothing short of inspirational. Dez's harrowing experience has turned into a mission of giving back through his nonprofit organization, Operation Dez Strong, which provides financial and emotional support to children undergoing amputations. Throughout the episode, we'll also discuss the pressing issue of medical malpractice within the military and the need for legislative changes to ensure accountability and justice for service members. What is necrotizing fasciitis? Necrotizing fasciitis is a rare bacterial infection that spreads quickly in the body and can cause death. This flesh-eating disease occurs when bacteria enter the body through a break in the skin. The condition spreads quickly. Symptoms include blisters, fever, fatigue, and pain worse than a person would expect based on the wound's appearance. Group A strep thought to be most common cause There are many types of bacteria that can cause the “flesh-eating disease” called necrotizing fasciitis. Public health experts believe group A Streptococcus (group A strep) are the most common cause of necrotizing fasciitis. This web page only focuses on necrotizing fasciitis caused by group A strep bacteria. Closing Message: No matter how daunting the challenges, Dez's journey teaches us that resilience, determination, and community support can lead to remarkable transformations. Keep pushing forward, one step at a time, and remember that you are never alone in your journey. Below are links to take urgent action Make a Public Comment demanding that DoD make uniformed service member malpractice victims whole, by removing the caps on damages and all offsets that diminish their benefits as related to their Proposed Rule for Medical Malpractice Claims by Members of the Uniformed Services. Ask your local Congressional Representatives to do the same by December 19th, 2023. Also ask them to support amending the “Feres Doctrine” to include a definition for “Incident to Service,” and request they sign onto passing the “HERO Act” - H.R. 4334. Contact Dez: Read the article from The Army times Personal Story: Read more about Dez's incredible journey of survival. Operation Dez Strong: Discover the nonprofit organization led by Dez and his parents, dedicated to assisting children who have undergone or are undergoing amputations. Instagram: Follow Dez on Instagram for updates on his journey and advocacy. Facebook Page: Stay connected with Dez and his mission on Facebook. ___________________________________________________________________ Connect with Alycia: Feedback | Instagram | LinkedIn | Book Alycia for Speaking | Book Alycia to Train Your Employees in Disabling Ableism | Buy Alycia's DEI Micro Learning Video Series Stay tuned for more inspiring conversations on Pushing Forward with Alycia. Open hearts, clear paths. Let's go.

Today on MetroNews This Morning: --A Kanawha County couple is jailed after their adopted children were found to be held in deplorable conditions--W.Va. Congressional Representatives back Kevin McCarthy as he's ousted from his job as House Speaker--An old hospital in Wheeling is coming down to make way for a new facility--In Sports, high school football rankings for the week are out for the week

KNOW YOUR ELECTED OFFICIALS POSITIONS! Clarity from Chaos guest: Mr. Todd McNutt, founder and creator of Representing ME, a political media platform where Elected Officials and Candidates can post their positions.This is not just another Social Media Site. This site is a Political Media Platform! The difference is this site is not about banter or bashing or general discussion. This is a place where Elected Officials and Candidates can post their positions on what they believe matters to their Voters.RepresentingME provides Nationally elected representatives and state governors a simple and streamlined platform to communicate with the electorate. This is the first such political media site.It's a one stop shop for American voters to get and stay informed about the policies and positions of their elected representatives. Most importantly, it encourages transparency and accountability.By putting these representatives under one roof, American voters can more easily get the information they want and need, without hunting it down on a google search or waiting for some media representative to get them on the record.The site features individual pages for each Representative. The President and all former Presidents... First Ladies and Vice-Presidents are provided a page. As well as each State Governor... the U.S. Senate and Congressional Representatives. There is a specific place where Candidates for each office can have a page. The site offers Visitors the ability to award a thumbs up or down to posts. Registration is optional, but is required to use such features.Coming features include the TownHall on each Representative and Candidates pages where people can post their opinions, without distracting on the Representative or Candidates own timeline. There will also be direct messaging and the ability for the Representatives and Candidates to go ‘live' and post statements and events.Mr. McNutt is a Navy veteran and author of the book, Other People's Secrets. Todd  has worked on numerous state political campaigns in Oklahoma. For the past two years, and has worked to develop and launch his political media platform to refocus both representatives and voters on policy.FIND HIS WEBSITE HERE:FIND HIS TWITTER HERE:FIND HIS FACEBOOK HERE:Support the show"Wherever you find yourself is exactly and precisely where God wills you to be" Follow us on X: @CFC30290 Follow us on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-3123766 Website: https://clarityfromchaospodcast.buzzsprout.com/ Thanks for listening to Clarity from Chaos

Gene Sticco has a background in Geopolitics,Transnational Security, Energy Security and Renewable Energy Transitions. Over the course of his career Gene worked, and had insider access and interactions, with White House Officials, Congressional Representatives & Staffers, officials of the US State Department, Department of Energy, Department of Homeland Security, Central Intelligence Agency, Defense Intelligence Agency, Department of Defense, Ambassadors as well as foreign political and business leaders from over 100 nations. Gene has decided to run for President of the United States of America in 2024 as an Independent. In this episode, we break down key factors in domestic, foreign and social policy. Because of the current way our election process is conducted, Gene will require his name to be written in on your ballet if you decide you would like to vote for him. Donate to Gene's Campaign here: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/dzyno You can read more about Gene's background and policy explanations here: https://express.adobe.com/page/iysr2ZlniQkSw/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mindofthealpha/message

Hometown Radio 02/01/23 5p: Michael Erin Woody discusses the treatment of two different Congressional representatives: George Santos vs. Ilhan Omar

The #SistersInLaw come together to analyze the involuntary manslaughter charges facing Alec Baldwin stemming from the shooting on the Rust set, and how gun enhancements have a role.  Then they look at how the SCOTUS search for the Dobbs leaker has been handled and it's relative weaknesses before diving into the case Elon's shareholders have against him stemming from his reckless actions. WEBSITE & TRANSCRIPT Get #SistersInLaw Merch Now, you can get #SistersInLaw Merch. We have ethically sourced tees, hoodies, pins and more. Support #SistersInLaw by picking up our merch items at the Politicon Merch Store. #Sisters Show Off Their Merch Email the sisters at SISTERSINLAW@POLITICON.COM or tweet using #SistersInLaw Links To This Week's Sponsors: HelloFresh:  Enjoy up to 21 free meals plus free shipping on delicious HelloFresh meals delivered right to your door when you go to hellofresh.com/sisters21 and use promo code: SISTERS21 Blueland: For 15% off your first order of green cleaning products, go to blueland.com/sisters Reel Paper:  Get 30% off your first order and free shipping on bamboo based environmentally friendly paper products by going to reelpaper.com/sisters and signing up for a subscription using promo code: SISTERS. Noom:  Sign up for a trial of effective weight loss solutions with Noom and check out their groundbreaking book on health when you go to noom.com/sistersinlaw From The #Sisters This Week: Support The ERA: Flood President Biden's office and that of Jennifer Klein, head of the White House Gender Policy Council, with emails, letters, and phone calls. Or Click here to send a note: LINK: White House. Contact your Congressional Representatives and U.S. Senators and ask them to take action to persuade President Biden to do this or to make sure that Congress passes a resolution like the ones Representatives Speier and Maloney sponsored in the last Congress or the one  Senator Cardin is now sponsoring. Write letters to the editor or opinion pieces - and share them. You can also share this piece and the posts of ERA advocates on social media. LINKS Join groups actively advocating for the ERA -  such as Vote Equality, the ERA Coalition, NOW, AAUW, Zonta, and the League of Women Voters. Ask your State legislatures to pass resolutions like the one in the Illinois General Assembly filed by State Rep Jennifer Gong-Gershowitz. It affirms the ERA and asks the various branches of the national government to take action to do the same. Jill's Cauliflower Soup Recipe: EASY CAULIFLOWER SOUP INGREDIENTS 1 head cauliflower, about 2 lbs. Salt Pepper Unsalted butter (optional, recommended) - you can sub olive oil or a high quality vegan butter like Earth Balance, if you like OPTIONAL TOPPING IDEAS: Drizzle of olive oil or sesame oil, crumbled blue cheese, parmesan, za'atar YOU WILL ALSO NEED: Medium saucepan, blender Total Time: 10 Minutes Servings: 4 servings Kosher Key: Pareve or Dairy Remove the leaves and tough core from the cauliflower. Chop into small florets and carefully clean them. In a medium saucepan, bring 1 quart (4 cups) of water to a boil. Stir in 2 tsp of salt till dissolved. Pour in the cauliflower florets. Bring the water back to a boil and cover. Let the cauliflower cook for about 5 minutes till very soft and tender. Remove the florets from their cooking water using a slotted spoon; reserve the salted cooking water. Place the cooked cauliflower into a blender, filling it halfway. Carefully pour in cooking water, adding till it reaches about halfway up the cooked cauliflower. Cover the blender carefully and blend, scraping the sides as needed, until the soup becomes a smooth puree. You may need to add more cooking water to achieve a soup-like texture. The longer you blend, the more silky and smooth the soup becomes. Add salt, pepper, and butter to taste. I use about 1 tbsp butter (or I've used up to 2 Tbsp) for a whole head of cauliflower (1/2 tbsp per batch). Salt is your friend here, if the soup is tasting bland don't be afraid to add more. You can also add some good quality olive oil or Earth Balance instead of butter if you'd like a richer flavor without dairy. Also add ground fennel. Repeat process with the remaining batch of cauliflower. Serve soup hot. Leftovers will keep for 1-2 days in a covered tupperware container; soup will need to be stirred after reheating. Get More From The #Sisters In Law Joyce Vance: Twitter | University of Alabama Law | MSNBC | Civil Discourse Substack Jill Wine-Banks: Twitter | Facebook | Website | Author of The Watergate Girl: My Fight For Truth & Justice Against A Criminal President Kimberly Atkins Stohr: Twitter | Boston Globe | WBUR | Unbound Newsletter Barb McQuade: Twitter | University of Michigan Law | Just Security | MSNBC

In January, the 2023 freshman class of newly elected Congress members will be gaveled in. And many of them are making history. So, who are they? Derek Hawkins from The Washington Post joins Inside Sources to discuss the historic firsts and some of the outstanding races. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Earlier this summer, the U.S. Department of Education announced new regulations regarding Title IX, which is designed to ensure and protect access for women and girls in education. These new rules are 700 pages long and are being trumpeted by organizations such as the National Education Association as a victory for victims of sexual harassment and clarification of discrimination based on sex. However, what is meant by “sex” will be a disaster for women.  The massive document is infected with the presumptions of transgender ideology, specifically that “sex” includes “gender identity,” ignoring the biological reality of sex. Not only will these rules limit our daughters' opportunities to participate in sports and lead to dangerous violations of their privacy, but they will erase parental rights and free speech in favor of state-centered authority. There is a limited time to speak into these regulations before they are instituted.  In 1972, Title IX was enacted to provide equal access to education and athletics for girls and women. Recent reinterpretations of sex threaten the good goals of Title IX by turning reality on its head. In a recent meeting of ministry leaders, Vernadette Broyles, general counsel and president of the non-profit law firm, Child & Parental Rights Campaign, explained three major implications of this regulation.   The first concern has to do with the removal of parental rights. Minors who decide to transition at school will be supported by the schools and led into the process of “social transition,” including using preferred pronouns, without requiring the consent of parents. It's Broyles' belief that this will “weaponize” government agencies like Child Protective Services and channel these children to “gender-affirming” counselors and clinics, eliminating the influence of parents in the process. This is already happening in some states, such as California.  A second and primary concern is the remarkable damage that will be done to children's bodies and emotions by encouraging and furthering social experimentation. For example, in July, the FDA announced that puberty blockers, which activists claim are harmless, can cause brain swelling and vision loss. Their long-term cognitive effects are still being studied. We also know that cross-sex hormones cause permanent sterilization. And of course, that doesn't even get into what happens when things go “right” with the devastating permanent injuries caused by so-called “gender-affirmation” or “sex-reassignment” surgeries.   Finally, Broyles spoke of the scandal intrinsic to girls having no private spaces in locker rooms or on school trips, and the heartbreaking irony of women and girls' losing place to male athletes, all under the banner of Title IX.   Even if your state has already acted, as some have, to protect parental rights and girls' opportunities in sports, these rules will challenge state legislation at the federal level.  So, what can be done? Every American has the opportunity to submit comments on these new rules before September 12. Through bureaucracy, the Biden administration has skirted the legislative process and accountability to elected representatives as it did with the mandate from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services regarding insurance supporting “transgender medicine.”    When contacting Congressional Representatives and Senators about legislation, it is acceptable to use a copied script. In this situation, however, comments must be submitted through the Federal Register, the online journal that publishes the federal government's rules and regulations. Rather than a Senate staffer tallying positions for or against a bill, staffers associated with the Register look for unique comments. If thousands of people flood the Register with the same script, that repeated comment would be counted as only one.  So, please comment, in your own voice, laying out your specific concerns with these regulations. The Child & Parental Rights Campaign has provided multiple prompts—not scripts—to assist you in registering a comment. There are “comment starter letters” for parents, educators, and community religious leaders. In your comment, tell a unique story or specify your concerns for your daughter, son, grandchild, or school. If you have a psychological or medical background, refer to that expertise in explaining your perspective. If you have a law degree, use your legal training to explain the issues with these regulations. Express your concerns, not only for parental rights and potential harm to children, but also implications this will have for freedom of religion and speech, especially for teachers.  Please, flood the Federal Register with unique comments before September 12. Visit the Child & Parental Rights Campaign website for resources, links, and prompts.   The future of our children may depend on it. 

Five members of AOC's "Squad" were arrested at a pro-abortion protest by Capitol Police yesterday. Among the sixteen total Congressional Representatives arrested were Squad members Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Rashida Tlaib, Ilhan Omar, Ayanna Pressley, & Cori Bush. Videos and photos of Rep. Ocasio-Cortez appearing to pretend she was wearing invisible handcuffs have many wondering if this was all just a political stunt or a photo op for radical Leftist lawmakers. Jay, Logan, and the Sekulow team give their take on yesterday's incident. This and more today on Sekulow.

Frank Schaeffer In Conversation with Ted W. Lieu, an American politician and Air Force Reserve Command colonel who has represented California's 33rd congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives since 2015.Rep. Lieu returns to discuss Paid Family Leave and what we can do to let our Congressional Representatives know that Americans want common sense support systems in place for our Children and Families._____LINKShttps://twitter.com/tedlieuhttps://twitter.com/RepTedLieu_____In Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer is a production of the George Bailey Morality in Public Life Fellowship. It is hosted by Frank Schaeffer, author of Fall In Love, Have Children, Stay Put, Save the Planet, Be Happy.Learn more at https://www.lovechildrenplanet.comFollow Frank on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.https://www.facebook.com/frank.schaeffer.16https://twitter.com/Frank_Schaefferhttps://www.youtube.com/c/FrankSchaefferYouTubeIn Conversation… with Frank Schaeffer PodcastApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-conversation-with-frank-schaeffer/id1570357787Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1FVF48mNwzNaLd1tJ4zH6y?si=aeVQ54ieTA-hlSuMNB5APA&dl_branch=1_____Support the show

One congressional representative said that he actually contemplated and thought about shooting Americans this week. While Adam Kinzinger may be a Republican in title, he is anything but a Republican in action. He made the comments during an interview with Rolling Stone.  Kinzinger was talking about the events of January 6 when he made the statement that he spent 6 hours in his office “hunkered down.” He said that he was contemplating shooting Americans during that time, and that's a problem.  Americans should not live in fear of their congressional representatives. There is absolutely no reason that an American should have to worry about being shot or killed by their own government. But it's sad because we actually have to think that way now.  Our government is responsible for the deaths of people in Benghazi, Afghanistan, and even Ashley Babbit in the Capitol on January 6. To be honest, the Democrats and fake Republicans like Kinzinger are responsible. They have created a situation where Americans have to be concerned their government is out to kill them.  If you are not willing to accept their absolute rule, accept what the Democrats are willing to give you, and tolerate their tyranny, then they just want to eliminate you from society. They have no issue putting up a fence to keep you out, or shooting you.  The American government is by the people and for the people. It seems that this group in Congress needs that reminder from the American people.  Music courtesy of Greg Shields Music. http://www.reverbnation.com/GregShields

Quantum Quote: “The Nelson family rules: (1) Don't be an asshole; (2) Don't be an asshole; and (3) Don't be a damn asshole.” – Willie Nelson   What action are you taking to keep this world a place where we can continue to live?   No matter how small or how big your position, you can produce ripple effects that benefit our kids' and our grandkids' future!   Join artists Harry Styles, Billie Eilish, Dead & Company, Maroon 5, Shawn Mendes & many others in using your platform to encourage people to take a step towards a livable Earth.   In this year's Met Gala, singer-songwriter Billie Eilish made a deal with one of the oldest fashion houses that if she wore their dress to the Met Gala, they would never use fur in their designs again. And guess what? They agreed!   Get up now and take a step towards positive change. Grab your phone and let your Congressional Representatives know that you want the Build Back Better Act approved.   It's good that we're recycling. It's good that we're each doing something. However, what we're facing is not going to be solved by you and I recycling alone. About 100 companies in the world are responsible for more than half of the carbon in the atmosphere. Our financial industry continues to invest Billions and Trillions of dollars in the industries that are destroying our planet.   Without changing those systems, there's no way that we're going to get where we need to be.   If we think we can make Mars a livable planet - we can make Earth a livable planet again! It's our kids' and our grandkids' future. We're at a critical tipping point in Earth history - take action and turn the tide!.https://coderedcongress.com/    Before coming to REVERB, Tanner Watt worked in both the alternative fuels and music industries. Tanner's adventures started by working for Willie Nelson and Family and then growing into a leadership role at The Sustainable Biodiesel Alliance, a non-profit organization founded by Willie, Daryl Hannah and Kelly King. With this unique experience, along with degrees in Photography and Public Relations, Tanner brings a unique skill set to the REVERB team.    Tanner loves making friends and finding positive solutions. These passions have made him a valuable member of the REVERB team for nearly 10 years. In his role as Director of Partnership, Tanner creates long lasting relationships with artists, events and more as well as finding creative ways to raise funds and engage the music community around important causes.    In Tanner's time with the organization he has developed a host of successful programs including #ROCKNREFILL a partnership with Nalgene USA centered around reusables and reducing single-use waste at events and REVERB's Farm To Stage and Farm To Family campaigns. These programs (to date) have eliminated over 4M single-use plastic bottles, raised over $3M for non-profit causes, and supported more than 4000 family farms. Demand Climate Action:  #CodeRedClimate  https://coderedcongress.com/    SuperNova #1. If you can afford to build a rocket ship for fun, you can afford to pay a little more to make this country what it needs to be for our kids and our grandkids.   SuperNova #2. There's so much we can do back stage to reduce impact and touch and feel the good work that we're doing, but there's even more – exponentially more - value in what we do when it comes to educating and inspiring music fans to take action in their own lives or to get involved in their community and be a part of taking real action on the climate crisis.   SuperNova #3. The most immediate issue that's on the table right now is passing the Build Back Better Act. It is the largest piece of climate legislation that's ever been proposed in the history of our country. That single bill will put us on track to meeting and even exceeding our goals, which is hugely important. It's actually necessary if we want life on this planet to continue the way we're used to or somewhat used to. That's the biggest issue that people can take action on. Registering to vote and getting out and being part of the conversation and understanding the leaders that we're electing and where they stand on these issues – that's crucially important, too.    Aha Moment: “When I was in college, I was an angry kid, like a rage against machines. I had a lot of this anger at authority energy and didn't know what to do with it. The Universe brought me to Hawaii. My wife and I got to find a job and I started doing computer work at a local Apple reseller. Through that, I randomly met a bunch of people and ended up starting to work with Willie Nelson's family. That was the biggest moment for me. That was a huge eye-opener for me. Just to see the power of people in celebrity positions who use that position for something positive, that was a huge inspiration for me, and beyond that, to be able to see such a diverse group of people supporting what we believe in. That's what made me do what I'm doing today.” – Tanner Watt   Best Advice He's Ever Received: “Just smile and nod. When somebody's saying that you know is wrong, in many cases, it's just better to smile and nod than to engage.” – Tanner Watt   Personal Habit that Contributes to Success: “I try to be a good listener and I also to never be afraid to talk. When I've got something to say, I tend to say it. For good or for bad, I don't have the best filter. For me, to stay true to me and say it like it is. Most of the time, people appreciate it.” – Tanner Watt   Internet Resource: https://coderedcongress.com/   Book Recommendation: Crying in H Mart: A Memoir by Michelle Zauner   Magic Wand: “If I could change one thing for every person in the world, I think it would be to open their hearts and their ears. Just to give people a little bit more empathy or a little bit more understanding when it comes to trying to see things through other people's eyes. That would go a really long way.” – Tanner Watt   WTF or F: “I grew up in California. I lived in the bay area during the big quake. That was a crazy experience as a child, something that's eye-opening to see that as a kid. I thought that was like a once in my lifetime sort of event, then growing up to see it happen so many more times in so many other places with hurricanes, tzunamis, wildfires & other extreme weather events - those were even more eye-opening experiences.” – Tanner Watt   Most Energized About Today: “It's the next generation – the younger generation. I've never seen more intelligent, more active, more excited young people than I have in the last few years. I feel like things will get better because the people who are demanding it are becoming more powerful; and hopefully over time, that's really gonna create change.” – Tanner Watt   Next Steps: “We've got tours on the road, getting ready to host huge tours next year. Really looking forward to the music industry really opening up again.” – Tanner Watt   Parting Advice: “Keep an open mind. Listen a lot. Talk when you have to. Don't be afraid to speak your mind. Just get up and do something. Be a part of change. There's so much to be done. We can all find ways to get involved.” – Tanner Watt   Connect:         Email: tanner@reverb.org         Website: www.reverb.org         Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/reverb/         Twitter: https://twitter.com/reverb_org?lang=en         Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reverb_org/?hl=en Sign up for a free webclass to discover how easy it is to get ultra-efficient geothermal heating and cooling installed in your home – without the pain of emptying your savings account.   In “The Power Of Earth With Comfort” From Climate Master webclass, you'll discover the answers every homeowner needs to know, including:   How geothermal heating and cooling can draw energy from the ground beneath our feet (for pennies) Why homeowners everywhere are making the switch The secrets to securing utility incentives and tax credits to pay for a large portion of your new geothermal system and much more…   If you are tired of rising energy costs and want to save up to 70% on your energy bills, Go to www.AWESomeEarthKind.com and register now for this FREE special event that will show you exactly how to get geothermal heating and cooling installed in your home.   We'd like to hear from you! 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Senator Diane Feinstein introduces a new bill to require all air travelers to be vaccinated as the great COVID segregation continues in the NBA and elsewhere. Department of Justice Inspector General Michael Horowitz confirms the FBI abused the hell out of the FISA warrant application process and we review the report. Congressional Representatives sign onto a letter demanding the release of Lt. Col. Scheller who has been held in solitary confinement for questioning his military commanders.​

Following on from the micromanaging distrust of the American people shown by ObamaCare's insane decree for businesses to issue tax forms for any transaction over $400, the Democrats are at it again! Democrats have this bizarre obsessive fantasy that something horribly nefarious is going on with Americans making free choices. So with all the truly pressing issues facing the nation, the Biden Unity Government wants to force "your" bank to report you to the Federal Government every time you take $600 dollars out of "your" checking account. Call your Congressional Representatives, Senators and the White House to ask why they are so keen to know when you do anything with $600 or more in what you are deluded enough to believe is "your" money. Use the helpful link here to find your totalitarian overlords, er, representatives: https://www.congress.gov/members/find-your-member --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/messytimes/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/messytimes/support

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Good Morning, Colorado, you’re listening to the Daily Sun-Up. It’s Tuesday April 20th, and even though there’s a lot of turmoil right now we’re feeling lucky to start the day with you.   Today - How Colorado's politicians have taken to Twitter to amplify their messages.   But before we begin, let’s go back in time with some Colorado history adapted from historian Derek R Everett’s book “Colorado Day by Day”:   Today, we take you back to April 20th, 1914 when coal miners on strike clashed with guards at the Colorado Fuel and Iron Company. The result was the Ludlow Massacre, the deadliest incident in a months old labor dispute. More than 30 people died including 2 women and 11 children. Ultimately President Woodrow Wilson sent the US Army to restore order.   Now, our feature story.   Political chatter is increasingly happening on social media platforms, and especially on Twitter. Reporter Sandra Fish talks with Lucy Haggard about how some of Colorado’s congressional representatives use the digital bullhorn to amplify their messages.   To read the full story, go to coloradosun.com.    And Before we go, here are a few stories that you should know about today:   Governor Jared Polis signed two gun control bills into law Monday, the first since the state implemented a red flag law in 2019. House Bill 1106 tightens gun storage rules, including by requiring gun safes or trigger locks for households where a minor or ineligible person could access firearms. Senate Bill 78 requires gun owners to report a lost or stolen firearm within five days of realizing a firearm is missing. Both of the laws passed the state legislature without any Republican support. https://coloradosun.com/2021/04/19/new-gun-control-laws-colorado/    Thousands of Coloradans who can’t leave their home, don’t have a car or are houseless are finding they’re left behind in the vaccine rollout. About 43% of Coloradans who had received their first coronavirus vaccine doses by the end of March got those shots outside of their home county. And at least 60,000 people traveled 50 or more miles away from their home zip code. Experts say access issues are being misunderstood as vaccine hesitancy. They say Colorado needs more programs that either deliver vaccines to people’s homes or transport people to clinics.   The matriarch of Colorado volunteer stewardship, Ann Baker Easley, will retire at the end of April after forty years of service. Baker Easley most recently led Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado as chief executive director for 13 years, and directed the Colorado Youth Corps Association for 11 years before that. Conservationists and land managers laud her as the defining force that built Colorado’s thriving outdoor volunteer culture, a necessity now as more people than ever are venturing outside.   For more information on all of these stories, visit our website, www.coloradosun.com. And don’t forget to tune in again tomorrow.   The Colorado Sun is non-partisan and completely independent. We're always dedicated to telling the in-depth stories we need today more than ever. And The Sun is supported by readers and listeners like you.   Right now, you can head to ColoradoSun.com and become a member. Starting at $5 per month for a basic membership and if you bump it up to $20 per month, you’ll get access to our exclusive politics and outdoors newsletters. Thanks for starting your morning with us and don’t forget to tune in again tomorrow. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When we say that Congresswoman Stacey Plaskett from The US Virgin Islands has a surprising sleep routine, we don't mean that she does anything strange or unusual. It's simply that like so many of us, sleep is something that shows up for Rep. Plaskett when she's run out of things to do. And like our friend Chilina Kennedy from a couple of episodes ago, she's stumbled upon a sleep solution that, according to Dr. Michael Grandner from the University of Arizona, has at least a loose basis in science. Of course, if the name doesn't immediately register, quickly Googling Congresswoman Stacey Plaskett should immediately reveal why we were excited to get her on the show: She had a colossally big day. One that made history. And though it would be easy to dismiss as a "third rail" subject that we shouldn't address on a sleep podcast, she's exactly the kind of person we should be talking to, because the question arises, "How did you possibly manage to fall asleep the night before?" We talk not only about the Congresswoman's ongoing sleep issues, but also things like the study from Dr. Dayna Johnson at Emory University, linking race with sleep in a way that is stark and disturbing. We also get into school start times in The US Virgin Islands, and how our Congressional Representatives go about affecting change when the science is undeniable. However, the Congresswoman has a "mic drop" moment at the end of her interview with Neil, where she makes a veiled reference to sex being good for sleep. We pursue that as a subject of conversation, almost to the point of being uncomfortable, with Dr. Grandner. And you'll be surprised what that conversation reveals about the data concerning sex and sleep. Linkapalooza Congresswoman Stacey Plaskett and her official Congressional web page.

In this week's episode, Cody and Phil discuss the split that is widening in the Republican Party in the wake of the 2020 election, and a few freshman Congressional Representatives that are making waves in the political arena.

On this week's episode of the Encrypted Economy, I talked to Paul Clayson, CEO of Agile PQ. Paul has a long and impressive career which includes serving as Chief of Staff to Congressional Representatives and CEO of several different technology companies. In his current role with Agile PQ, Paul is leading cutting edge IOT security solutions catered to our smallest and often most insecure smart devices. Their solutions are quantum resistant and lightweight, and I enjoyed picking his brain on the state of the IOT security field. Do not miss the unique insights into this increasingly important area of security on this episode of the Encrypted Economy. Make sure to keep an eye on Paul and his company to learn more about the topics we discussed, and of course, stay tuned to the Encrypted Economy! Topics Covered Paul's Unique Background Agile PQ's Values and Product IOT Security Challenges US National Security & IOT The Lack of Market IOT Awareness Post Quantum Cryptography Agile PQ's Post-Quantum Solution The Government's Approach to Quantum SolarWinds Hack Why We Need Regulated Security Standards Paul's 2021 Predictions and Goals Resource List Paul's LinkedIn Agile PQ Website Agile's Solutions The 2013 Target Hack Philips Hue Lightbulb Vulnerability Santa Fe Group IOT Security Assessment Google's Quantum Computer DissectingTheSolarWinds Hack 

Opening Monologues. Convening the Rebel Alliance. Delegitimizing the Beltway Cartel. Mitch McConnell wages war against GOP Voters. The enemy unmasked. Notes on the Uniparty's insulting COVID Relief Bill. Massive plunge in ratings for Fox News. Eyeballs going elsewhere. Steve Cortes points to data showing "almost half of all Americans" do not trust the results of the election. Skepticism growing. Host discourse on the apparently easy corruptibility of 435 Congressional Representatives, 100 Senators and 9 SCOTUS Judges. Probably not too difficult for big money and surveillance powers to control these 545 individuals. But thankfully much harder to control millions upon millions of American Patriots. James Madison on Human Nature. Hemingway's Undefeated. Mysterious explosion in Nashville. Contemplating the Bruce Lee aphorism: "Fight like water, be like water." Vignettes on Perry Como. With Listener Calls & Music via Bad Company, Dwight Yoakam, Bekka Bramlett, Kygo and Zara Larsson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MIDNIGHT ALERT! It's so important that we keep our eye on the ONE path to victory in our political crisis. I do media and news commentary so people send me links they think are helpful. To my alarm I've noticed 3 trending but distracting or flat out erroneous stories that people are believing and sharing. The times are hard enough without unnecessary anxieties or false hopes. The truth alone is what we need.   Now more than ever we need to challenge the legislators to do their job, and convene a meeting to review the election in their state. Likewise let your Senators and Congressional Representatives know YOU EXPECT them to represent YOU. They are just now discovering you are the key to their future in office. In fact, they just discovered 75 million keys.

In this episode Krystle and Aleta discuss Stephanie McAfee's Diary of a Mad Fat Girl. A note on this episode- At the time Aleta and I recorded our review, we were under the impression that the organization that Mrs. Peacock refers to, “Cointel Pro,” was a made up device from the author. After stumbling upon a thread in social media, our naiveté on the subject came to light. Cointel Pro was in fact a real organization created in the 1950s by J. Edgar Hoover and the FBI, to surveillance African American Civil Rights Activists, such as Dr. Martin Luther King Jr, Malcom X, over 80% of the members in the Black Panther Party, and activists who are now Congressional Representatives that are in office today. In the Church Committee Hearing in the 1970s, the actions of the organization were deemed unconstitutional and the committee (and public, which had not known of the organization before) condemned them. We felt we would be remiss if we did not shed light on this fact, as we were in the dark too and feel that our listeners deserve to know the truth- We speculate that the author may have used the organization as a plot device to explain why this minor character had access to security cameras all along the city, but we are not blind nor deaf to the current events happening across the US today.

In just two weeks, the National MS Society is hosting its annual Public Policy Conference in Washington, D.C. The centerpiece of that conference is our Day On The Hill when 300 MS Activists meet with our Congressional Representatives and Senators to discuss the legislative issues that are most important to people affected by MS. My guest is Bari Talente, the Executive Vice President of Advocacy for the National MS Society and we're talking all about this year's Public Policy Conference and the value and importance of advocacy.     We'll also let you know how and where to sign up for Discovering Life-Changing Treatments for Progressive MS, the global webcast from the International Progressive MS Alliance. (You have to hurry! It's happening in 2 days!)    You'll hear about an encouraging study of the effectiveness of stem cell therapy for some people living with secondary progressive MS.  We're also talking about why you might want to support Jon in this year's Walk MS. And you'll learn about a non-invasive breakthrough technology that provides a detailed assessment of the status of MS progression and the effectiveness of disease-modifying therapy...in 10 seconds.   We have a lot to talk about! Are you ready for RealTalk MS??! ___________   Sharing Some Crazy Statistics   :44 We're Just 2 Weeks Away From the Public Policy Conference  2:27 Register for the Global Webcast: Discovering Life-Changing Treatments for Progressive MS   3:39 You Can Support Jon in WALK MS  4:54 HSCT Shows Benefits in Some People with Secondary Progressive MS  6:23 New Eye-Tracking Tech Uses AI to Monitor MS  9:09 My Interview with Bari Talente  11:54 Share This Episode  26:03 Reminder...Please Donate to Walk MS  26:28 Download the RealTalk MS App  27:03 ___________ SHARE THIS EPISODE OF REALTALK MS Just copy this link & paste it into your text or email: https://realtalkms.com/129 ___________ ADD YOUR VOICE TO THE CONVERSATION I've always thought about the RealTalk MS podcast as a conversation. And this is your opportunity to join the conversation by sharing your feedback, questions, and suggestions for topics that we can discuss in future podcast episodes. Please shoot me an email or call the RealTalk MS Listener Hotline and share your thoughts! Email: jon@realtalkms.comPhone: (310) 526-2283 ___________ LINKS If your podcast app doesn't allow you to click on these links, you'll find them in the show notes in the RealTalk MS app or at www.RealTalkMS.com Jon's WALK MS Fundraising Page Register for the International Progressive MS Alliance Global Webcast: Discovering Life-Changing Treatments for Progressive MS Low-Intensity Lympho-Ablative Regimen Followed by Autologous Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation in Severe Forms of Multiple Sclerosis: A MRI-Based Clinical Study BEAT-MS Clinical Trial C. Light Technologies Download the RealTalk MS App for iOS Download the RealTalk MS App for Android Give RealTalk MS a Rating & Review ___________ Follow RealTalk MS on Twitter, @RealTalkMS_jon, and subscribe to our newsletter at our website, RealTalkMS.com. RealTalk MS Episode 129 Hosted By: Jon Strum Guests: Bari Talente Tags: MS, MultipleSclerosis, MSResearch, MSActivist, MSSociety, RealTalkMS Privacy Policy

Following the House vote to impeach President Donald Trump, we check in with members of the Oregon Congressional delegation. Rep. Peter DeFazio (D-OR), Rep. Kurt Schrader (D-OR), Rep. Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) and Rep. Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR) will join us. Rep. Greg Walden (R-OR) declined our request.

A famous Stand-Up Comedian named Trump once told a "squad" of 4 fine young Congressional Representatives to go back where they came from and try to help with the crime infestation in their country. And that explains why those Congresswomen are in America trying to impeach the occupant in the White House. How should fine and decent people react to this moron and his tweets? Jamal has a few suggestions... --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thejamalshow/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thejamalshow/support

Do you have crippling student loan debt? Do you cry at night because you irresponsibly took out student loans when you were 18 because everyone told you to? Do you wish there was a magic solution to fix this? Then you're not alone! In this episode we: -Complain about student loans! (Are you surprised?) -Talk about financial literacy (whatever that is...). -Make fun of Jeff Bezos (@jeffbezos is worth 151 BILLION dollars). -Let out our secret about this podcast being an ASMR podcast. -Talk about how Jamie got roped into $78,000 in student loans. -Read student loan statistics and react to these shocking numbers. -Discuss how awful the "solution" of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness is for helping people pay their loans. -Learn about and talk about what other countries are doing about student loans and higher education. -Connect the student loan crisis to the other problems in our country. -Express extreme disdain for Betsy DeVos (current Secretary of Education who you can troll on twitter like Jamie does @BetsyDeVosED). -Urge you to contact your Congressional Representatives to help fix this, even if they agree with you! Find yours here: https://www.house.gov/representatives/find-your-representative -Comment on the recent exposure of higher education fraud. -Offer potential solutions to fix the student loan crisis and also get rid of (or just ignore!) your student loan debt. Thanks for listening! Follow us on social media (@justwhateverpod) and share this episode with a friend to commiserate! Send us an email here: justwhateverpod@gmail.com. Sign up for our weekly email updates here: https://forms.gle/8KwZhfuNQB7VRPb37 Love, Jamie & Caleb --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/justwhatever/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/justwhatever/support

This week Dr. Chad Hanson, a forest and fire ecologist, with the John Muir Project, joins us. Dr. Hanson is a member of the Sierra Club's National Board of Directors and he holds a Ph.D. in ecology from the University of California at Davis, with a research focus on fire ecology in conifer forest ecosystems. He is the co-editor and co-author of the 2015 book, "The Ecological Importance of Mixed-Severity Fires: Nature's Phoenix." Studies published by Dr. Hanson cover topics such as: habitat selection of rare wildlife species associated with habitat created by high-severity fire; post-fire conifer responses and adaptations; fire history; and current fire patterns. Join us during this difficult week to learn about what happens in a post fire habitat, why fire is an ecological treasure, not a disaster, how significantly climate change will impact wildfires, and why both politicians and the United States Forest Service have a vested interest in spreading misinformation when it comes to forest management. " http://johnmuirproject.org Music by Itasca Action Points + Call your state's U.S. Senators and Congressional Representatives at the Capital Switchboard (202-224-3121) and ask them to (1) Keep the Appropriation Bill and the Farm Bill clean – keep all logging provisions off these two bills and appose any logging riders on these bills. Specifically ask them to keep the "Forest Resilience Bill" or H.R.2936 off of the Farm Bill reauthorization. (2) Ask them to support an end to any logging on National Forests and commit publicly to saying they are in support of ending logging on National Forests.

Sean sits down with former Governor Mike Huckabee to discuss the double standard between Congressional Democrats and Republicans when it comes to sexual harassment and other scandals. The Democrats were quick to attack Roy Moore but have been largely silent on Senator Al Franken. Governor Huckabee goes through the list of ways Congressional Representatives have used taxpayer money to defend themselves and cover their poor behavior. The Halls of Congress are far from clean... The Sean Hannity Show is live weekdays from 3 pm to 6 pm ET on iHeartRadio and Hannity.com. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

The Association of California Cities just got back from Washington DC and was able to meet with several Congressional Representatives and senior staff members of Senate offices and of the President's administration.  Our local elected offiicals were able to discuss important community issues inluding transportation, homelessness, affordable housing and Community Development Block Grants.  Also discussed was the federal roles in targeted areas like cannibas, sober living homes and drone regulations.  ACC-OC continues to be at the forefront on many of these issues and working collaboratively with our federal representatives, we look forward to bringing more resources to bear to solve some of these problems.  Tune in this week to hear from Aliso Viejo Mayor Dave Harrington, La Habra Mayor Pro Tem Tim Shaw and Buena Park City Manager Jim Vanderpool as they return from our nation's capital to give us a report.

Improvisor and Podcaster Josiah Jenkins exercises his right to remain hilarious as we talk Hanna Barbera cartoons, TV shows that overstayed their welcomes, people (still) paying for AOL and touring a prison. Also, he was a filthy telemarketer, but don't hold that against him. The PopFury Podcast has moved! Please visit us on our new website at PopFuryPodcast.com! SHOW NOTES: 0:00 Intro 0:55 Sammy wonders who Josiah is related to and it leads to a deep dive into Hannah Barbera cartoons like Wacky Races and Laff-A-Lympics.  In related animated news, Brad Bird will be doing The Incredibles 2. 6:30 Josiah is a lawyer and explains how court proceedings really work. Sammy doubts Josiah was a good law student. Josiah wishes he could use a fake name on Facebook. 13:25 Olympus Has Fallen has an upcoming sequel: London Has Fallen. 16:00 NBC has thrown in the towel on sitcoms. Josiah defends The Slap, is digging Brooklyn Nine-Nine and identifies with Michael from Arrested Development (according to Sammy). 27:00 We ponder what TV shows that may have gone on too long. Growing up, Josiah wasn't allowed to watch Friends or Seinfeld. 33:00 A Chinese amusement park has a cremation simulator. 37:25 Congressional Representatives are holding fundraisers at a Taylor Swift concert. Josiah used to be a telemarketer in high school. 43:55 2.1 Million people still pay AOL for dial-up internet. Josiah suspects his mom thought he was gay. 52:00 A chlamydia outbreak has hit a school with abstinence-only sex ed curriculum. 55:10 A man smuggled heroin in his foreskin. This reminds Josiah of the time he toured a prison and he shares his experiences and thoughts. 1:01.25 Parents, who waived their Miranda rights, admitted they used cocaine and marijuana to bargain with their kids to do chores. Josiah breaks down exactly why you shouldn't talk to cops and asking for an attorney. 1:06:40 Outro