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Send us Fan MailWelcome to The Past Life Project!Hosted by Clinical Hypnotherapist and Regression Therapist Monique Glover, The Past Life Project is a space for curious conversations about subconscious wisdom, the deeper patterns shaping our lives and what healing might reveal beyond the limits of a single lifetime. Together, we explore what exists beneath persistent symptoms, recurring experiences, and the stories we've been taught about healing — inviting new ways of understanding ourselves and moving freely into the future. In today's guest episode, Monique interviews Peter McLaughlin.Peter is a certified hypnotherapist and life coach whose healing journey began after a leukemia diagnosis in 2003. This turning point led him to explore the powerful connection between mind, body, and spirit. Peter helps clients find and resolve root-cause trauma using Havening, present and past life regression and other deep, spiritually-oriented healing methods. Topics discussed in this episode include:- How a leukemia and lyme diagnosis led Peter to his calling- Personal transformation while training to become a hypnotherapist- Helping people remember the capabilities that they have- Learning how to trust what is coming vs pushing it away- The conscious mind as the village idiot- Root cause therapy- Past life tourism vs having a purpose- Peter's first past life regression experiences- What is reality?- Tuning into different frequencies- How healing the past heals the future- Transporting your consciousness through time- Common fears about past life regression- Our soul as an actor- Creating space to open deeper levels of awareness- Fracturing of the mind and how to make it whole again- The genius of pain as a messenger- Gaining strength from confronting fears- Healing the past life version of you carrying trauma- Integration of past and current self as part of the healing process- What is in the highest and best interest of the client- How Peter brings his skills as an EMT into the therapy world- The therapist as the guide- Peter's advice to new practitioners—Want to connect with Peter?Find out how you can work with Peter at blueskyhypnosis.comConnect with Peter on Social Media:YouTube @BlueSkyHypnosisInstagram @thepetermclaughlinWant to connect with Monique?Monique is a certified Clinical Hypnotherapist and Regression Therapist. She specializes in regression therapy and past life regression, which utilize the hypnotic state and the wisdom of the subconscious mind, to go straight to and release the emotional root cause of a presenting issue, in order to support deep healing and transformation. Monique works with children, teens and adults, both online or in person in Nova Scotia, Canada.Find out how to work together at moniqueglover.comChat on Instagram @moniquegloverhypnotherapyConnect by email at monique@moniqueglover.comLoved what you just heard? Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode. Thank you for your ratings, reviews and shares!

Sunday Night Potluck – In this unscripted livestream, I explain the growing movement of abolitionism, which involves a different approach to calling out the wickedness of abortion. And why I have become sympathetic to this framework. Conversation breakdown: 0:00 – Welcome 3:07 – Abortion & Abolitionist Movement 26:08 – Starts discussion about Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) & Women in Ministry 29:24 – Fracturing inside complementarianism 34:40 – Survey: 81% of Southern Baptists okay with women preaching 36:30 – Clip from “Battle for the Bible” documentary (women preaching examples) 41:19 – Al Mohler amendment passed (still needs one more vote) 44:45 – Pastor vs. elder debate + different complementarian views 53:49 – Host's personal view change (no longer does pulpit sermons) 1:01:27 – Advice to young women with teaching gifts 1:06:41 — What about churches in other parts of the world with no set offices (like Acts model)? 1:08:11 — norm vs exceptions 1:09:10 — Deep desire to teach and disciple younger women (Titus 2) 1:10:05 — What's the difference between pastors and priests? 1:10:52 — Struggle with staying in a church that has unqualified elders 1:12:17 — Question about ordination track: “90% of women should not be ordained” (and most men shouldn't either) + critique of modern seminary/calling model 1:14:40 — Why do seminaries accept women's money if they won't lead churches? 1:17:50 – Wrap-up In the second half, I share my take on the rise of women preaching in elder-led churches and how it connects to what's happening in the SBC and PCA. Read my article: "A Biblical Vision for Women in Ministry" https://www.theologymom.com/post/a-biblical-vision-for-women-in-ministry Watch the "Battle for the Bible" doc: https://www.youtube.com/live/Jgk_xLCjYFA

Gregory Copley assesses the Trump-Xi summit, characterizing China as a declining power that showed extreme respect to Trump. He argues the visit was a strategic move aimed at fracturing the Sino-Russian alliance. (9/16)1903

In this episode of the Tough Girl Podcast, we're joined by Aisyah Rafaee – a two-time Olympic rower from Singapore who competed at the Rio 2016 and Paris 2024 Olympic Games in the single scull. After taking an eight-year break from the sport, Aisyah made the bold decision to return—qualifying for Paris 2024 as one of the oldest athletes in the field and redefining what it means to be a high-performing athlete in your 30s. Originally from Singapore and now based in Boston, USA, Aisyah grew up with four brothers and discovered rowing after being scouted during an indoor competition at school. With limited rowing culture and opportunities in Singapore, she carved her own path—training overseas in Sydney, qualifying through a fiercely competitive Asian selection process, and representing Singapore on the world stage. But her journey hasn't been linear. From struggling with pressure at her first Olympics to working with mental skills coach Hansen Bay, from stepping away from elite sport to rediscovering her love for movement, from fracturing her ribs a month before Paris to qualifying with just six months to go—this is a powerful conversation about identity, resilience, vulnerability, and growth. Now working as a HYDROW Athlete and Mental Performance Coach with 3HP Athlete Coaching, Aisyah shares insights on: Building confidence and resilience Letting go of expectations Separating identity from performance The realities of returning to elite sport after time away Training and mindset during pregnancy Why rowing is a lifelong sport Her philosophy of the 3Hs: Happy, Healthy & High Performing This episode is about trusting your timing, embracing new chapters, and asking yourself: Is this smart for me? Aisyah's story is proof that it's never "too late" to chase a dream — and that high performance can evolve with you. ***  New episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast drop every Tuesday at 7 AM (UK time)! Make sure to subscribe so you never miss the inspiring journeys and incredible stories of tough women pushing boundaries.  Do you want to support the Tough Girl Mission to increase the amount of female role models in the media in the world of adventure and physical challenges? Support via Patreon! Join me in making a difference by signing up here: www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast.  Your support makes a difference.  Thank you x *** Show notes Who is Aisyah Being based in Boston, USA Originally from Singapore  Working as a HYDROW Athlete  Working as a Mental Performance Coach 3HP Athlete Coaching  2x Olympic rower in the single sculll Competing at the 2016 and 2024 Olympics  Learning to live a normal life outside of sports  Growing up in Singapore with 4 brothers 3 older brothers and 1 younger brother Being sporty and learning to be competitive  Living a simple life and being raised by her mum after her parents got divorced Not knowing where her mindset comes from Wanting to be the best version of herself  Not being surrounded by high performance individuals  Starting rowing, Singapore not having much of a rowing culture  Getting scouted at her secondary school during an indoor rowing competition  Singapore Rowing Association The importance of hight in rowing  5'8 (173cm)and being tall for an Asian Woman  Learning how to row on land with the ergo  The challenges and continuing to show u to training  Not enjoying it at first Getting out on the water and spending more time in the water than on the water The lack of opportunities in Singapore Why the Olympics was not on her radar  Wanting to be the best at it and wanting to represent Singapore  Team sport  (Netball) V individual endeavours (Rower) The South East Asia Games Rowing in a single scull Winning gold in 2013 and beating a 2x Olympian  Quitting her job and training full time in Australian  When the seed got planted about going to the Olympics Deciding to go and train over in Sydney, Australia  Building confidence and winning competitions  Qualifying for the 2016 Olympics - the Asian Qualification Criteria for that cycle  16 countries competing for 7 spots Dealing with the pressure of going to the Olympics and being able to perform at the highest level  The weight of expectation and not being able to perform  Working with the mental skills coach Hansen Bay The power of letting go of expectations, facing the fear, how losing can tie into identity, building confidence and resilience The practical side of mental preparation  Communication and trust  Learning how to be vulnerable  Why it took more than 1 session  Taking an 8 year gap and what happened  Trying to retire from sports and wanting to focus on her career 2018 and deciding to do some soul searching and heading to the USA to work as a rowing coach in Boston Meeting her current husband Getting into marathon running and thinking about trying out for the Paris Olympics 2023 - visiting Paris Thinking she was too old to row in the Olympics in her 30s Having 6 months to qualify for the Paris Olympics  Qualifying in April 2024 and getting the last spot available  The Paris Olympics and what it was like Fracturing her ribs a month before the games Having her family there to support her  Handing the pressure the 2nd time around Motivation during training Keeping her eye on the prize Moving her body Being in a different chapter in her life Being a HYROW Athlete and how it works Advice for women who want to get into rowing Why it's a lifelong sport How to connect and follow along with Ariesyah 3Hs - Happy, Healthy and High Performing  Training for a marathon in 2026 and finding out she's pregnant! Fitness and health during pregnancy Top tips and advice to listen to your body Is this smart for me? Think of the bigger picture    Social Media Website: 3hpathlete.com  Instagram:  @ariesyah @3hpathlete   

Join the Conversation at 303-477-5600 or text to 307-200-8222 Monday - Friday from 3 pm - 6 pm MT. https://RushToReason.com HOUR 1 Political Scandals, Broken Trust, And The Battle For Control Of Time. Hour 1 of Rush To Reason kicks off with John Rush and Hunter from Cub Creek Heating & Air Conditioning tackling Colorado's unpredictable weather and what it means for your home. Learn how to stay comfortable, no matter what Mother Nature throws your way. Next, John dives into explosive political controversy with an emotional take on the arrest of Weld County GOP Chairman Hunter Rivera. He digs into issues of political accountability, frustration over party “grifters,” and the dangers of mob mentality on social media. The conversation pulls back the curtain on the real drama shaping Colorado politics. The second half of the hour features Bill Korman, author of The 168 Game, as he and John unpack why so many people feel overwhelmed, even with productivity tools at their fingertips. From time ownership and AI automation to leadership hacks and the pitfalls of social media, get ready for strategies you can actually use. John even shares his own secrets for juggling a packed schedule without relying on to-do lists. Timestamps 1:08 Hunter - https://www.cubcreekhvac.com/ 28:53 Bill Korman - https://www.bill-korman.com/ HOUR 2 Trump, Boebert, And The Republican Battle Nobody Needed Hour 2 of Rush To Reason opens with John Rush sharing his real-world hacks for mastering time and staying productive—no to-do lists required. The spotlight then turns to Colorado politics, with hot takes on Trump's feud with Lauren Boebert, the future of MAGA, and why the governor's race could spell trouble for Republicans. Richard Rush jumps in to break down the Broncos' tough season ahead, the Avalanche's Stanley Cup hopes, and how AI is taking over NFL scheduling. You'll also hear a review of the Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid XSE and a no-holds-barred debate on Trump's controversial comments about China. Timestamps 26:53 - Richard Rush - Sports and Automotive Analysis 42:28 - Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid XSE Review HOUR 3 Faith, Freedom, Political Reality, And The Fracturing Of Colorado Republicans. Hour 3 of Rush To Reason opens with a compelling conversation about faith and America's founding, as John Rush and author Cynthia Scott dig into the spiritual roots of the Constitution and why the nation's 250th birthday is about more than fireworks. The hour then heats up with fiery takes on Colorado's governor's race, Republican infighting, and how third-party candidates could upend the political landscape. Listener calls and debates tackle Trump, rising gas prices, and the realities facing conservatives in 2026. Timestamps 1:09 — Cynthia Scott — Book ➡️https://godourfounder.com/ / https://freedom250.org/

CannCon and Ghost open Tuesday's geopolitics-heavy show with Ghost leading the charge. John Brennan goes on MSNBC and openly tells embedded bureaucrats to hold the line, and James Comey follows with the same message minutes later, giving CannCon two dog whistles in one segment to unpack. Netanyahu tells 60 Minutes he wants to zero out the $3.8 billion in annual US military aid within a decade, and CannCon catches that he skipped the 2020 Trump meeting entirely in his timeline of conversations about Iran. Meanwhile, Israeli Finance Minister Smotrich says the war must end with Israel changing its borders to include Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, and the West Bank. Ghost breaks down the Knesset dissolution threat and why Netanyahu's only card left is reigniting the Iran war. The UAE is secretly attacking Iran while simultaneously begging Trump for a currency swap, as its banks hemorrhage hundreds of billions. Venezuela's oil is back at 2018 levels, global reserves are draining at a record pace from the Strait of Hormuz blockade, and Alaskan oil leases hit $163 million at auction. Ghost connects Trump's tariff history from McKinley through 1912 to today. Finnish president Stubb is profiled as a Western-groomed globalist, and a French presidential candidate calls for France to leave NATO.

The Human Equation with Joe Pangaro – America's melting pot is fracturing as cultural divisions, ideological shifts, and rising antisemitism challenge the shared values that once unified the nation. Debates over socialism, identity, and assimilation reveal a deepening divide over what America represents. The future depends on whether a renewed civic culture can restore common purpose and national unity...

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Karena Crerar, CEO of Edelman Africa, about the 2026 Edelman South Africa Trust Barometer and what it reveals about growing insularity, widening trust gaps, and why business leaders are being called on to act as trust brokers in a divided society. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal finance strategies. Each episode features engaging conversations with top newsmakers, industry experts, financial advisors, entrepreneurs, and politicians, offering you thought-provoking insights to navigate the ever-changing financial landscape.    Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show Listen live Primedia+ weekdays from 18:00 and 20:00 (SA Time) to The Money Show with Stephen Grootes broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj and CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show, go to https://buff.ly/7QpH0jY or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/PlhvUVe Subscribe to The Money Show Daily Newsletter and the Weekly Business Wrap here https://buff.ly/v5mfetc The Money Show is brought to you by Absa     Follow us on social media   702 on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TalkRadio702 702 on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@talkradio702 702 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkradio702/ 702 on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk 702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702   CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/Radio702 CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sharif Abu Laith, the host of Political Alchemy, discusses the aftermath of the Iran War and the ongoing blockage of the Strait of Hormuz. ---------- Chapters 0:00:00 - Intro 0:02:02 - Sharif Abu Laith 0:02:30 - The Impending Food Crisis 0:09:34 - Why is America still in the Middle East? 0:11:17 - Proportionality in Iranian Attacks 0:17:13 - Could Iran target essential resources? 0:24:15 - Lessons for the Middle East 0:29:10 - The Sunni-Shi'a Question 0:37:37 - Will UAE break the petrodollar? 0:44:41 - UAE's Currency Swap Deal 0:49:12 - US Debt & the Bond Market 0:57:47 - Fracturing of an Empire 1:07:27 - What is possible for the Muslim world? 1:12:31 - Clarity in Islam & Political Awareness 1:16:53 - Closing Statements ---------- Disclaimer: Speakers' views are their own and are not representative of Islamic Oasis as an organization. This channel does not promote or encourage any illegal activities and all content provided by this channel is meant for educational purpose only. Source: https://www.youtube.com/live/30bWrJ8EYeI?si=GqO5XZ8A-Gb0IiLD Listen to / Download Audio

In a fracturing world awash with belligerent rhetoric, where are the real geopolitical pressure points and what forces are driving them? Aarathi Krishnan, CEO of Raksha Intelligence Futures, joins the "Values & Interests" podcast to pull back the curtain on the political, economic, and technological dynamics shaping this moment of uncertainty and transition in the global system. Be sure to subscribe to "Carnegie Council" wherever you stream your podcasts. Access all "Values & Interests" episodes: https://carnegiecouncil.co/values-interests-podcast For additional analysis, you can access Raksha's latest report: https://www.rak-sha.com/geopolitical-fractures-report-2026 Stock media provided by four_track.

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Leaders in the Make America Great Again, or MAGA, coalition are pushing back against President Trump's decisions regarding the Iran war. We discuss this apparent fracturing within the MAGA coalition, as well as splits between MAGA and the Make America Healthy Again movement.This episode: senior political correspondent Tamara Keith, political reporter Elena Moore, health correspondent Will Stone and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.To manage podcast ad preferences, review the links below:See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

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Episode Summary: For years, the "segment of one" has been the holy grail of digital marketing. Thanks to AI and programmatic media, brands finally have the technical capability to deliver hyper-personalized content to thousands of micro-audiences at scale. But this incredible power comes with a dark side that few marketers are talking about: the erosion of shared brand identity. When an algorithm serves 10,000 different versions of a brand to 10,000 different people, does that brand still stand for anything collectively?In Episode 45 of Human-Centered, host Nick Brunker sits down with Chase Howell, Group Director of Content Strategy at VML, to unpack the "Content Consistency Paradox." Chase argues that our obsession with one-to-one marketing is quietly fracturing the cultural, communal moments that build true brand legacy. Iconic campaigns like Coca-Cola's holiday ads or Nike's "Just Do It" work specifically because they represent a shared truth that we all recognize together.To solve this paradox, Chase explains why the traditional model of brand governance—relying on static brand books and manual approval of individual assets—is completely dead in the age of generative AI. Instead, brands must shift their governance upstream. Marketing teams can no longer police the output; they must learn how to govern the systems, rules, and AI prompts that generate the content.Chase breaks down his actionable three-layer framework for scaling personalization without losing your brand's soul:The Core: The non-negotiable essence of the brand that AI is never allowed to touch (like flagship campaigns and cultural tentpoles).The Adaptive: Content scaled by AI, but tightly governed by human logic and strict channel rules.The Dynamic: Real-time, automated personalization operating inside a highly controlled sandbox.The two also discuss the nuances of "deep consistency" versus surface-level consistency, how to translate fuzzy brand adjectives into rigid AI instructions, and the crucial moments when brands should actually say no to personalization to avoid crossing the line into creepy territory. If you are struggling to balance the demand for high-volume content with the need for brand integrity, this episode is a masterclass in modern content strategy.Timestamped Chapters[00:00] Intro[02:06] Meet Chase Howell: From sports journalism to Group Director of Content Strategy.[03:22] The Content Consistency Paradox: How AI is breaking shared brand experiences.[05:43] The cultural power of the "Campfire Moment" (Coke, Nike, Ford).[08:00] Why traditional brand books and manual creative approvals are dead.[11:00] Surface-level consistency (fonts/colors) vs. deep brand intent.[13:00] The Spotify Wrapped example: Hyper-personalization wrapped in a communal event.[14:28] Translating soft brand adjectives into actionable AI constraints.[16:15] The 3-Layer Content Framework: The Core, The Adaptive, and The Dynamic.[18:50] When to say NO to personalization and the danger of false urgency.[20:40] Applying the 3-Layer framework to modern web strategy and UX.[23:15] Who owns brand integrity in an automated world?[24:25] Rapid Fire: The verdict on automated balls and strikes in baseball.Links Mentioned in the EpisodeRead Chase's Article: The Content Consistency Paradox: Scaling Personalization Without Fracturing Your BrandExplore more about our CX work and Enterprise Solutions at VML.comGuest Bio: Chase Howell is the Group Director of Content Strategy at VML, leading content strategy for premier clients across the US digital ecosystem. His career is defined by a slow march from "words to systems," beginning as a sports journalist for ESPN and the Cincinnati Enquirer before shifting to data, analytics, and brand marketing. Today, Chase sits at the collision point of brand identity, technology, and personalized customer experiences. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to Human-Centered on your favorite podcast platform and leave us a review! Your feedback helps us bring more incredible insights from the top minds in experience strategy.

This episode is presented by Create A Video – According to military analyst Robert Pape, the "soft underbelly of America" is political fracturing during war. And Iran knows this. It's why America doesn't seem able to win a war anymore. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com Get exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Things used to be simpler. Competition fueled innovation. When wars were fought, you could easily tell who the good guys were. Institutions could be trusted. A lens like this might feel right, but is it true? Richard Hames doesn't think so. Operating at the intersection of complex systems thinking, philosophy, foresight and organizational readiness for decades, Richard has observed the fracturing – and near collapse – of our societal and governing anchors. But this gradual transition, this disconnection from the ‘old world', while unsettling, is neither good nor bad. For this future, Richard says openness and curiosity will serve us better than the best preparation.---Learn more:Looking Outside podcast www.looking-outside.comConnect with host, Jo Lepore on LinkedIn & Substack & jolepore.comConnect with Richard on LinkedInTalk to AI Richard www.upgradethesystem.comMore at richardhames.com---⭐ Follow & rate the show - it makes a difference!---Looking Outside is a podcast exploring fresh perspectives of familiar topics. Hosted by its creator, futurist and strategist, Jo Lepore. New episodes every 2 weeks. Never the same topic.All views are that of the host and guests and don't necessarily reflect those of their employers. Copyright 2026. Theme song by Azteca X.

In this episode of Thinking Christian, Dr. James Spencer is joined by Rev. Dr. Andrew Hale, pastor, author, and host of CBF Conversations and Clergy Confessions, to discuss his new book Mending the Fracturing Church: How to Navigate Conflict and Build Trust for Thriving Communities. Drawing on decades of ministry experience—and insights from cognitive psychology, social psychology, trauma studies, and theology—Andrew argues that church conflict today cannot be understood merely as a theological or political problem. Instead, it reflects deeper issues of discipleship, anxiety, embodied trauma, media fragmentation, and generational formation. James and Andrew explore why church conflict feels uniquely intense in this moment, even though the church has alwaysbeen marked by disagreement. They examine how political polarization, algorithm-driven media, generational divides, and unaddressed physiological stress shape congregational life—often overwhelming the formative power of Scripture and worship. A central claim of the conversation is that discipleship has failed to keep pace with formation pressures. Congregants spend far more time immersed in outrage-driven media ecosystems than in practices that shape Christlike humility, patience, and love of neighbor. The result is a church increasingly reactive, defensive, and fragile. The episode also wrestles with difficult but necessary questions: Is church fracture rooted less in ideology and more in unresolved trauma? How do time, patience, and humility function in genuine spiritual formation? What happens when faithfulness is reduced to being “right” rather than honoring one another? How do different generations carry distinct “prototypes” of Jesus shaped by their historical circumstances? Rather than offering quick fixes, Andrew calls churches back to slow, relational work: intergenerational presence, shared meals, play, embodied practices, and renewed attention to the whole person—mind, body, and soul. Drawing from Acts 2, the Gospels, and family systems theory, he argues that healing church communities begins not with better programming, but with learning to be with one another again. This episode is a candid, hopeful, and theologically grounded conversation for anyone who loves the church and wants to see it become healthier, more faithful, and more resilient in a fractured age. Subscribe to our YouTube channel

Are we witnessing the end of the conservative coalition as we know it? Leading political theorist Yoram Hazony (President of the Herzl Institute) joins the show to discuss the identity crisis of the American Right. Hazony breaks down the philosophical roots of nationalism, the failure of post-WWII liberalism, and the specific moment he believes Tucker Carlson and Candace Owens began dismantling the MAGA alliance.We discuss the rise of "Alt-Right" tropes, the failure of modern anti-semitism education, and why Hazony believes the survival of the Republican party depends on maintaining boundaries that are currently being smashed.

Chuck Todd opens with the bluntest assessment yet of the Iran war as it enters its third week: America's position as leader of the free world is unraveling in real time, the risk of mission creep is enormous, and we are now seeing exactly why every previous president chose not to attack Iran. Trump is ranting and begging allies to help secure the Strait of Hormuz. He notes that Trump is even angling for a joint operation with China to police the strait — a surreal proposition given the broader geopolitical rivalry — and that Trump is learning the hard way why you don't alienate allies before starting a war that requires their help. The Director of Counterterrorism has resigned over the conflict, DNI Tulsi Gabbard is performing rhetorical contortions to signal she doesn't believe in the war while keeping her job, and the administration has entered what Chuck calls the "cover your ass" stage. He argues that Trump's coalition has been fracturing for six months, that America is demonstrably less secure today than before the strikes began, and that this war — which has confirmed to the world that America is truly alone — could ultimately prove more damaging than Vietnam or Iraq. He closes by noting softening poll numbers for Republicans like Lindsey Graham and Vivek Ramaswamy, and that Maine Governor Janet Mills has gone sharply negative against progressive challenger Graham Platner in their Senate primary — a sign that the vetting process is heating up in ways that will ultimately be healthy for the party. Then, Amy Littlefield — investigative reporter for The Nation and author of the new book Killers of Roe: My Investigation into the Mysterious Death of Abortion Rights — joins the Chuck Toddcast for a fascinating deep dive into the decades-long campaign that dismantled abortion rights in America, framed through the lens of an Agatha Christie-style murder mystery where the killers turn out to be the people you least suspect. Littlefield reveals that the death of Roe was not a single blow but death by a thousand stab wounds from multiple suspects: a Catholic hospital system that now controls one in six beds in America with reproductive care restrictions, an evangelical movement that amassed enormous political power in the Reagan era, a Democratic Party that was deeply complicit — the Hyde Amendment passed through a Democratic-majority Congress and real women died as a result — and operatives like Leonard Leo, who hand-delivered Trump a list of Supreme Court justices guaranteed to overturn Roe. Littlefield argues that anti-abortion activists brilliantly copied the playbook of the civil rights movement, that fighting against something is inherently more galvanizing than defending something, and that reproductive rights groups like Planned Parenthood and NARAL were constantly outflanked by a more organized, more disciplined opposition that understood single-issue voters could be leveraged for outsized political power. The conversation turns to the future of reproductive rights in a post-Dobbs America — and the picture is more complicated than either side admits. Littlefield points out that the number of abortions has actually increased since the Dobbs decision, that anti-abortion ballot initiatives consistently lose even in conservative areas, and that there's 80% public support that could be leveraged if the movement reframed its message around freedom rather than choice and connected reproductive rights to economic concerns. But she warns that anti-abortion activists aren't done: they want birth control and IVF outlawed next, and anti-women political movements are gaining momentum globally. Finally, Chuck lists his ToddCast Top 5 statewide campaigns from the state of Illinois and answers listeners’ questions in the “Ask Chuck” segment. Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code CHUCKTODDCAST at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: https://incogni.com/chucktoddcast Refresh your wardrobe with Quince. Go to https://Quince.com/chuck for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at https://ethos.com/chuck. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 Chuck Todd’s introduction 05:00 Iran war keeps getting worse for Trump, risk of mission creep is high 05:15 America’s place as “Leader of the Free World” is unraveling 06:00 The military part is going well, the diplomatic part is a disaster 06:45 We’re seeing the reasons previous presidents didn’t attack Iran 07:30 Director of Counterterrorism resigns over the war 09:00 Trump is either not getting the truth or being told what he wants to hear 10:00 Gabbard argues Trump has mandate despite not getting 50% of the vote 11:00 Gabbard says only Trump can determine what is an "imminent threat” 11:45 Gabbard wants she signal she doesn’t believe in war, but keep her job 12:45 We’re in the “cover your ass” stage of the war 15:30 Many MAGA true believers like Joe Kent & MTG wanted no more wars 18:00 If you can’t serve the president, resigning is the right thing to do 18:45 We’re less secure today than before the war started 19:30 Trump’s coalition has been fracturing for six months 21:30 Trump’s ranting and begging for help with the Strait of Hormuz 23:00 Strait of Hormuz has always been the Iranian regime’s leverage 24:00 Securing the strait requires boots on the ground 24:45 Trump is learning the hard way why you don’t alienate allies 26:30 If the regime stays in place, it’ll look like Trump retreated 27:30 This war has been confirmation that America is alone 29:15 This war could be more damaging that Vietnam or Iraq 2 30:00 We need real diplomacy and there hasn’t been any of it 30:45 Trump angling for joint operation with China which is… weird 31:15 Trump wants a way out, but boxed himself in 32:30 We’re starting to see softening support for other elected Republicans 33:15 Polls show Lindsey Graham & Vivek Ramaswamy’s support way down 34:30 Janet Mills decides to go sharply negative against Graham Platner 36:45 The vetting in the primary will be healthy for the Democrats 41:30 Amy Littlefield joins the Chuck ToddCast 43:00 Why did you choose the murder mystery framing for this book? 44:15 1 in 6 beds is in a Catholic hospital that have reproductive care restrictions 45:45 Agatha Christie’s style was an inspiration for the book 48:45 We know the political side of the story, wanted to tell the activist story 50:15 Getting the Roe v. Wade decision required a strong grassroots movement 50:45 The Catholic church has a strong organizational operation 52:00 Reproductive rights wasn’t a left vs. right issue in the 70s and 80s 54:15 Democrats have been complicit in the erosion of reproductive rights 55:15 The Hyde Amendment got through a Democratic majority congress 56:15 Evangelicals amassed huge political power in the Reagan era 57:00 Ronald Reagan flipped his position on abortion during his presidency 58:45 Abortion and guns are the two single-issue voting issues 59:30 Republicans extracted huge power out of single issue voters 1:00:45 People are willing to compromise other values for anti-abortion position 1:01:30 Anti-abortion activists know they don’t have majority support 1:03:00 Was “choice” the worst word they could pick? Why not frame it as freedom? 1:05:45 Examining the first deaths after the passage of Hyde amendment 1:06:30 Why didn’t deaths due to the Hyde amendment galvanize voters? 1:09:00 Justices didn’t want 5-4 on Roe so they came up with convoluted argument 1:10:00 A flawed legal rationale isn’t why Roe fell 1:11:30 The abortion rights fight has always been in the states 1:13:15 The debate has been over codifying Roe or codifying a right 1:15:15 Repealing the Hyde amendment was biggest win in years for abortion rights 1:17:00 Planned Parenthood has had an oversized role in defending abortion rights 1:17:45 Would there be a Federalist Society without Roe? 1:18:30 Leonard Leo handed Donald Trump the names of justices that would overturn Roe 1:19:45 Anti-abortion activists copied the playbook of the civil rights movement 1:21:15 Is there anybody on the pro-abortion rights side that deserves blame for Dobbs 1:22:30 Reproductive rights groups like PP and NARAL were constantly outflanked 1:23:30 Fighting against something is more galvanizing than defending something 1:25:00 Anti-abortion ballot initiatives consistently lose, even in conservative areas 1:27:30 Conservatives have laid claim to the words “freedom” and “patriot” 1:29:45 Does the codification of abortion rights happen by the 2030s? 1:31:45 Reproductive rights aren’t talked about in an economic framing 1:33:30 Can abortion rights movement draft off heavy support for birth control? 1:34:00 Anti-abortion activists want to see birth control and IVF outlawed 1:36:00 Will activists go to congress for an answer or will it be a long campaign? 1:37:00 Number of abortions has gone up since the Dobbs decision 1:39:00 Death of Roe was death by a thousand stab wounds from many suspects 1:41:00 Anti-abortion and anti-women political movements are gaining momentum 1:42:15 Republican women look uncomfortable with position they’ve been put in 1:44:15 People sharing their stories with abortion is incredibly important 1:47:00 Abortion may take a backseat to economy, but could affect midterms 1:48:45 ToddCast Top 5 statewide races in Illinois 1:49:45 Illinois has produced 2 presidents and sent 4 governors to prison 1:51:30 #1 Barack Obama’s 2004 senate campaign 1:57:00 #2 1992 senate campaign 2:00:00 1960 United States presidential election 2:03:00 1984 Paul Simon vs. Charles H. Percy 2:05:30 1986 Democratic primary chaos 2:09:00 Honorable mentions 2:11:00 Ask Chuck 2:11:15 Are we normalizing the denigration of female journalists by Donald Trump? 2:15:30 Why do politics feel so much harder now, and we can’t find agreement? 2:17:30 Did gutting Department of State lead to evacuation debacle in middle east? 2:21:15 Did Abigail Spanberger tee up a wave in the next election with gun control legislation?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck Todd opens with the bluntest assessment yet of the Iran war as it enters its third week: America's position as leader of the free world is unraveling in real time, the risk of mission creep is enormous, and we are now seeing exactly why every previous president chose not to attack Iran. Trump is ranting and begging allies to help secure the Strait of Hormuz. He notes that Trump is even angling for a joint operation with China to police the strait — a surreal proposition given the broader geopolitical rivalry — and that Trump is learning the hard way why you don't alienate allies before starting a war that requires their help. The Director of Counterterrorism has resigned over the conflict, DNI Tulsi Gabbard is performing rhetorical contortions to signal she doesn't believe in the war while keeping her job, and the administration has entered what Chuck calls the "cover your ass" stage. He argues that Trump's coalition has been fracturing for six months, that America is demonstrably less secure today than before the strikes began, and that this war — which has confirmed to the world that America is truly alone — could ultimately prove more damaging than Vietnam or Iraq. He closes by noting softening poll numbers for Republicans like Lindsey Graham and Vivek Ramaswamy, and that Maine Governor Janet Mills has gone sharply negative against progressive challenger Graham Platner in their Senate primary — a sign that the vetting process is heating up in ways that will ultimately be healthy for the party. Finally, Chuck lists his ToddCast Top 5 statewide campaigns from the state of Illinois and answers listeners’ questions in the “Ask Chuck” segment. Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code CHUCKTODDCAST at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: https://incogni.com/chucktoddcast Refresh your wardrobe with Quince. Go to https://Quince.com/chuck for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at https://ethos.com/chuck. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 Chuck Todd’s introduction 05:00 Iran war keeps getting worse for Trump, risk of mission creep is high 05:15 America’s place as “Leader of the Free World” is unraveling 06:00 The military part is going well, the diplomatic part is a disaster 06:45 We’re seeing the reasons previous presidents didn’t attack Iran 07:30 Director of Counterterrorism resigns over the war 09:00 Trump is either not getting the truth or being told what he wants to hear 10:00 Gabbard argues Trump has mandate despite not getting 50% of the vote 11:00 Gabbard says only Trump can determine what is an "imminent threat” 11:45 Gabbard wants she signal she doesn’t believe in war, but keep her job 12:45 We’re in the “cover your ass” stage of the war 15:30 Many MAGA true believers like Joe Kent & MTG wanted no more wars 18:00 If you can’t serve the president, resigning is the right thing to do 18:45 We’re less secure today than before the war started 19:30 Trump’s coalition has been fracturing for six months 21:30 Trump’s ranting and begging for help with the Strait of Hormuz 23:00 Strait of Hormuz has always been the Iranian regime’s leverage 24:00 Securing the strait requires boots on the ground 24:45 Trump is learning the hard way why you don’t alienate allies 26:30 If the regime stays in place, it’ll look like Trump retreated 27:30 This war has been confirmation that America is alone 29:15 This war could be more damaging that Vietnam or Iraq 2 30:00 We need real diplomacy and there hasn’t been any of it 30:45 Trump angling for joint operation with China which is… weird 31:15 Trump wants a way out, but boxed himself in 32:30 We’re starting to see softening support for other elected Republicans 33:15 Polls show Lindsey Graham & Vivek Ramaswamy’s support way down 34:30 Janet Mills decides to go sharply negative against Graham Platner 36:45 The vetting in the primary will be healthy for the Democrats 41:15 Abortion may take a backseat to economy, but could affect midterms 43:00 ToddCast Top 5 statewide races in Illinois 44:00 Illinois has produced 2 presidents and sent 4 governors to prison 45:45 #1 Obama’s 2004 senate campaign 51:15 #2 1992 senate campaign 54:15 1960 presidential Kennedy v Nixon 57:15 1984 Simon vs. Percy 59:45 1986 Democratic primary chaos 1:03:15 Honorable mentions 1:05:15 Ask Chuck 1:05:30 Are we normalizing the denigration of female journalists by Trump? 1:09:45 Why do politics feel so much harder now, and we can’t find agreement? 1:11:45 How much did gutting State Dept. lead to evacuation debacle in middle east? 1:15:30 Did Spanberger tee up a wave in the next election with gun control legislation?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bill discusses the third week of a U.S. and Israel-led war against Iran and Americans' cratering support for Israel, with J Street founder Jeremy Ben-Ami and senior VP Ilan Goldenberg. Ben-Ami calls it Netanyahu's long-sought war, notes the JCPOA(“The Iran Nuclear Deal” under Obama) had effectively constrained Iran's program, and says the current effort lacks clear goals. They highlight polling showing a sharp decline in U.S. support for Israel—especially among 18–34-year-olds—and criticize AIPAC's tactics and funding, urging Democrats to end “blank check” support, emphasize Palestinian rights, and pursue a balanced, pro-diplomacy approach.They also explored why the war began, where it may lead, and its political fallout. Goldenberg argues there was no imminent threat, diplomacy and other alternatives existed, and the U.S. lacked technical negotiators, leaving outcomes likely to resemble a long containment quagmire with higher oil prices and persistent regional instability. Today Bill highlights the work of J Street and suggests you check out their work at JStreet.org.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Canada's healthcare system is buckling. Doctors in Quebec are leaving the public system. Alberta is opening the door to more private care.Meanwhile millions of patients are waiting for surgery, or a family doctor.Are private clinics and physicians the solution to Canada's healthcare crisis?

In this eye-opening episode, we dive deep into a hidden, long-term operation reshaping American conservatism from the inside out.For decades, evangelical Protestant Christians—representing about 30% of the U.S. electorate and powering the Republican base with biblical conviction, church networks, and strong support for Israel—have been the driving force of the conservative movement.But what if that foundation is being deliberately fractured? Not through policy debates, but through theological demoralization, generational recruitment, and institutional capture. The endgame: a transformed Republican Party with a different spiritual core—one no longer tied to evangelical covenant theology or the Judeo-Christian framework.In this episode I expose the main influences behind it and arming you with the truth to stand against it.Support The Doron Keidar Podcast on Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/cryforzionnLinks:https://x.com/defiyantlyfree/status/2029681200189636717?s=46&t=DsKQM-Q8hjCQT4Ma94n-xghttps://www.highonthehar.com/patchhttps://www.justinhughesart.com/product-page/mighty-men-patchhttps://www.cryforzion.com/#podcast #israel #BreakingIsraelNews #DoronKeidar #TheDoronKeidarPodcast #Temple #Tucker 

Cutting Through the Chaos with Wallace Garneau – A country cannot steer in both directions at once. That tension now runs through the American body politic. The institutions still function, but the shared framework that once stabilized them is fracturing. If that framework cannot be rebuilt, polarization will not plateau. It will intensify. The danger is no longer simple disagreement. The danger is fracture...

Text us your questions or topics for the show! We got you!Cass Morrow, Author of Disrupting Divorce: The NEW Man. Saving Struggling, Sexless, and Toxic Marriages.Kathryn Morrow, Author of Behind The White Picket Fence.Women's High Tolerance and Fracturing Their Relationship With Their Children!Women put up with more than anyone sees—men snap, and the whole family pays.In this episode of The ‘NEW' Marriage (Ep386), Cass and Kathryn get brutally honest about why women's endless patience leads to burnout, how men's short fuse fractures their bond with the kids, and why connection—not control—is the missing piece. Real talk, real solutions.DM PODCAST for real answers.

Mike and Kenny review and spot faith presented in the Academy Award nominated and latest film by director Yorgos Lanthimos. Bugonia marks another colaboration between Lanthimos and two time Best Actress winner Emma Stone, whose second Oscar was for Lanthimos's film Poor Things. Stone stars as Michelle Fuller, a powerful CEO of a pharmaceutical company. Jesse Plemons, a 2021 Best Supporting Actor nominee co-stars as conspiracy theory obsessed beekeeper Teddy Gatz. Aiden Delbis also co-stars as Teddy's autistic cousin Don.  Likening her actions to Cology Collapse Disorder where healthy beehives suddenly collapse, Teddy believes Fuller is an Andromedan alien who is intent to destroy or force humanity into subserivence. Teddy convinces Don to assist him in kidnapping and holding Fuller hostage in an effort to be transported to the Andromedan spaceship.  Faith Spotted: As with bee hives, communities, whether faith or societal, can function, grow and live for an extended period and then quickly become dysfuntional collapse and die. Typically growth happens when the wellbeing of the collective is prioritized over the needs, fears, or desires of the individual. Fracturing happens when in response to the community facing challenge or change, and individuals or portions of the community begin to act in ways that offer them comfort and assurance based on memories of past glory and success.  Teddy resembles in the description of John the Baptist who comes in from the wilderness with a new message.  While John was preparing the way for the new message that was the Gospel of Christ, not every outsider with a new message is to be followed.  The patience of God not to do away with creation or humanity even though it is likely what is derserved. Although there is the flood account in Scripture, there have been other times when God has been tempted to do away with nations or communities, yet resisted the temptation. The continued rejection by humanity of God's grace, love and righteousness (desire) is a source of unimaginable pain to God. Because God's love is complete and perfect, the loss and pain God feels when we reject and retaliate are immeasureable. Yet God continues to love.  Dysfunctional communities such as cults etc. are based on and grow out of fear of real or perceived threats and challenges facing members. Such fear leads to a desire and need to seek to control or to follow those indviduals and groups who promise stability and control over that which is unknown or unstable, regardless of the cost. The promise of the Gospel is that life does not end in death, collapse and a tomb, but rather continues through the hope and assurance of ressurection to new life. 

Guests: Judy Dempsey and Thaddeus McCotter. They examine German concerns over US political influence, the rise of the AfD party, and the fracturing transatlantic relationship amidst widespread economic uncertainty and unpredictability.1933 COLOGNE

Send us a textOn this week's Two Kens Podcast, Ken Fong and I dive headfirst into what can only be described as a political and cultural whirlwind. Turning Point USA is in open conflict — MAGA vs. MAGA — with Candace Owens and Erica Kirk trading fire. The Hollywood Reporter is calling it a civil war on the Right. What does that fracture mean for the movement… and for the country?We'll unpack the renewed buzz around the Epstein files — from Julie Roys' reporting on surprising names to the resurfacing of James Dobson and Kenneth Starr — and ask why these stories keep circling back. We also talk about Melania's documentary, Amazon's $40 million licensing deal, and what it signals about media, money, and influence in 2026 America.From Dinesh D'Souza's controversial films to Trump's rhetoric at the National Prayer Breakfast… from ICE shake-ups to claims about “stolen elections”… to headlines declaring America in peril — we sort through the noise.Ken and I bring our differing perspectives to the conversation. That's the point. We talk it out — candidly, thoughtfully, sometimes passionately — but always as friends.If you're feeling the tension in the air and wondering what it all means, tune in. Let's think this through together.SHOW NOTESSupport the showBecome a Patron - Click on the link to learn how you can become a Patron of the show. Thank you! Ken's Substack Page The Podcast Official Site: TheBeachedWhiteMale.com

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Admiral James Stavridis, former Supreme Allied Commander of NATO, joins Michael to tackle the biggest global questions of the moment: Will NATO survive the Trump era? Why Greenland has become a strategic flashpoint in the Arctic—and how climate change is reshaping global power. Stavridis breaks down the roles of China, Russia, Canada, and Europe, weighs in on Trump's fixation with Greenland, and explains why the Arctic may define the next geopolitical era. Plus, an unforgettable behind-the-scenes story involving President Obama, Queen Elizabeth, and a very well-timed martini. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Laurent Lequeu explores a global economy increasingly defined by geopolitical chaos and a transition toward stagflation. He argues that the primary threat to the American empire originates from internal political division rather than external adversaries. To hedge against the reckless behavior of authoritarian governments and the inevitable decline of fiat currencies, Lequeu advocates for the ownership of physical precious metals, which lack counterparty risk. The discussion also highlights a significant global shift as China and Russia consolidate their resource and manufacturing alliance, potentially moving the world’s financial epicenter from New York to Hong Kong by 2032. Investors should seek geographical diversification and tangible assets in anticipation of a fracturing Western order. Watch on BitChute / Brighteon / Rumble / Substack / YouTube *Support Geopolitics & Empire! Become a Member https://geopoliticsandempire.substack.com Donate https://geopoliticsandempire.com/donations Consult https://geopoliticsandempire.com/consultation **Listen Ad-Free for $4.99 a Month or $49.99 a Year! Apple Subscriptions https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/geopolitics-empire/id1003465597 Supercast https://geopoliticsandempire.supercast.com ***Visit Our Affiliates & Sponsors! Above Phone https://abovephone.com/?above=geopolitics American Gold Exchange https://www.amergold.com/geopolitics easyDNS (15% off with GEOPOLITICS) https://easydns.com Escape The Technocracy (15% off with GEOPOLITICS) https://escapethetechnocracy.com/geopolitics Outbound Mexico https://outboundmx.com PassVult https://passvult.com Sociatates Civis https://societates-civis.com StartMail https://www.startmail.com/partner/?ref=ngu4nzr Wise Wolf Gold https://www.wolfpack.gold/?ref=geopolitics Websites The Macro Butler https://themacrobutler.com Substack https://themacrobutler.substack.com LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurent-lequeu- X https://x.com/TheMacroButler Telegram https://t.me/TheMacroButlerSubstack About Laurent Lequeu Laurent Lequeu is an independent financial consultant and writer of The Macro Butler, which aims to deliver concise yet comprehensive macroeconomic insights that impact global and regional markets, analyzing key indicators and trends to provide actionable and timely investment recommendations to all kind of investors. *Podcast intro music used with permission is from the song “The Queens Jig” by the fantastic “Musicke & Mirth” from their album “Music for Two Lyra Viols”: http://musicke-mirth.de/en/recordings.html (available on iTunes or Amazon)

Guest: Professor Richard Carwardine. Carwardine discusses President James Buchanan's January 4, 1861, national fast day, intended to unite a fracturing nation through prayer and repentance. While old-school Presbyterians like Charles Hodge supported this call for divine intervention, the effort largely failed to forestall war. The event highlighted three distinct groups of religious nationalists: conservative Unionists, anti-slavery Republicans viewing slavery as a national sin, and pro-slavery theologians defending the institution on scriptural grounds.1855-65 HENRY WARD BEECHER

SHOW SCHEDULE1-19-20261914 FLAG DAY WITH WILSON, BRYAN, ROOSEVELT Guest: Professor Richard Carwardine. Carwardine discusses President James Buchanan's January 4, 1861, national fast day, intended to unite a fracturing nation through prayer and repentance. While old-school Presbyterians like Charles Hodge supported this call for divine intervention, the effort largely failed to forestall war. The event highlighted three distinct groups of religious nationalists: conservative Unionists, anti-slavery Republicans viewing slavery as a national sin, and pro-slavery theologians defending the institution on scriptural grounds. Guest: Professor Richard Carwardine. Carwardine explains that President-elect Lincoln did not view Republicans as overly aggressive, positioning himself as a constitution-respecting centrist rather than a radical. Lincoln opposed slavery's expansion but acknowledged its constitutional protection where it already existed, believing the South was misled by elites and would eventually return to the Union. Ironically, Lincoln and Buchanan, though political opposites, worshiped at the same Washington church, sharing an old-school Presbyterian background. Guest: Professor Richard Carwardine. In September 1861, Lincoln proclaimed a fast day, carefully avoiding specific references to slavery to maintain political unity. Carwardine details the conflict surrounding General Frémont's unauthorized emancipation order, which Lincoln revoked to prevent losing loyal border states like Kentucky. Consequently, anti-slavery nationalists used the pulpits to criticize Lincoln's caution, demanding the war become an explicit crusade against the "gigantic crime" of slavery rather than just a restoration of the Union. Guest: Professor Richard Carwardine. The discussion turns to Confederate Vice President Alexander Stephens' "Cornerstone Speech," which explicitly defined racial inequality as the Confederacy's foundation, a stance widely condemned in the North. Carwardine notes that despite earlier tensions, Lincoln viewed his fast days as successful, utilizing them and meetings with religious delegations to gauge public sentiment and prepare the ground for eventual emancipation. Lincoln valued these interactions to influence and learn from denominational leaders. Guest: Professor Richard Carwardine. Carwardine details the intense political opposition Lincoln faced in 1863 following the Emancipation Proclamation. He highlights Clement Vallandigham, a "Peace Democrat" leader who viewed the war as unwinnable and Lincoln as a "Puritan despot." Carwardine explains that the Democraticcoalition was fractured by religion, specifically between Catholics and Protestants, yet united in opposing the administration. Lincoln ultimately banished Vallandigham to the Confederacy to neutralize his influence. Guest: Professor Richard Carwardine. Carwardine discusses James McMaster, the Catholic editor of the Freeman's Journal, characterizing him as an extraordinary polemicist who was imprisoned for his "vituperations" against the war. McMaster argued the war denied the rights of free men and refused to retract his views upon release. The segment also features Samuel "Sunset" Cox, a Democrat who famously attacked New England Puritanism as the source of the nation's meddling and moral extremity. Guest: Professor Richard Carwardine. The discussion turns to the Union's "low point" in August 1864, where Lincoln expected to lose the election to Democrat George McClellan. Carwardine describes the Democraticcampaign as "brokenbacked" for pairing a general with a peace platform. However, the fall of Atlanta revived Union hopes. Carwardine emphasizes how pastors articulated a "higher cause"—the preservation of a unique republican government—to justify the war's terrible "bloodletting" and sacrifice. Guest: Professor Richard Carwardine. Carwardine analyzes the war's conclusion and Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address, which framed the conflict as divine judgment for the shared offense of slavery. He notes that Lincoln intended a Reconstruction based on charity and "absence of malice," rather than punishment. By 1865, Lincoln's views had evolved to support citizenship for African American veterans, though his assassination left the specific blueprint for the nation's reintegration unfinished and uncertain. Guest: Brenda Wineapple. In 1925, the Tennessee legislature passed the Butler Act, banning the teaching of evolution in public schools. At Robinson's drugstore in Dayton, local booster George Rapier and others recruited 24-year-old science teacher John Scopes to violate the law as a test case to generate publicity for the town. Although Scopes was knowingly guilty, the ACLU backed the defense to challenge the law's constitutionality regarding the separation of church and state. Guest: Brenda Wineapple. The ACLU, seeking to defend religious liberty and raise its profile, seized upon the Scopes case. While the board considered prestigious constitutional lawyers, the notorious Clarence Darrowvolunteered his services pro bono because he viewed the Butler Act as bigoted. Despite the ACLU's hesitation regarding Darrow's controversial reputation from the Leopold and Loeb trial, Scopes insisted on having the "street fighter" Darrow defend him against William Jennings Bryan. Guest: Brenda Wineapple. Clarence Darrow was a celebrated attorney known for his "downhome" jury appeals and defense of the marginalized. Mentored by progressive John Altgeld, Darrow built a reputation defending labor unions, socialists like Eugene Debs, and the poor against powerful corporations. However, his career suffered a "bad patch" following the McNamara brothers' bombing case in Los Angeles, where Darrow himself faced trials for allegedly bribing a juror, leaving him with a checkered reputation. Guest: Brenda Wineapple. Three-time presidential candidate William Jennings Bryan joined the prosecution to revive his political career and defend fundamentalism. Famous for his populist "Cross of Gold" speech, Bryan had become rigid in his views, advocating for prohibition and a literal reading of the Bible. He viewed the trial as a platform to combat the theory of evolution, which he believed deprived children of a moral center and denied the miracles of creation. Guest: Brenda Wineapple. Fundamentalist Judge John T. Raulston presided over the trial, enjoying the publicity brought by loudspeakers and radio coverage. The defense included civil liberties lawyer Arthur Garfield Hayes, a secular Jew, serving as a constitutional anchor. Meanwhile, William Jennings Bryan arrived as a celebrity in a pith helmet, though Scopes noted Bryan ignored his own diabetes by overeating at dinner, revealing a disconnect between his fundamentalist beliefs and medical science. Guest: Brenda Wineapple. The defense suffered a major setback when the judge ruled that their scientific experts could not testify before the jury, forcing them to read affidavits into the record instead. H.L. Mencken, the acerbic journalist who dubbed the event the "Monkey Trial," covered the proceedings. Sympathetic to Darrow and critical of Bryan's "fanatic" views, Mencken influenced public perception, though the jury remained shielded from the scientific evidence the defense hoped to present. Guest: Brenda Wineapple. During a stifling heatwave, the trial moved outdoors where Darrow executed a shocking maneuver by calling prosecutor William Jennings Bryan to the witness stand. Darrow interrogated Bryan on his literal interpretation of the Bible, questioning stories like Jonah and the whale. Bryan faltered, admitting creation "days" might be metaphorical periods, which undermined his fundamentalist position and allowed Darrow to humiliate him regarding his knowledge of history, geology, and world religions. Guest: Brenda Wineapple. The trial ended abruptly with a guilty verdict, denying Bryan his closing speech; he died days later, likely due to heat, stress, and diabetes. John Scopes eventually became a geologist and lived a reclusive life, refusing to exploit his fame. Darrow's later career fluctuated, including a controversial defense in the racially charged Massie trial in Hawaii, before his death in 1938, leaving behind a complex legacy beyond the "Inherit the Wind" narrative.

The Intellectual Factions of the "New Right". Guest: PETER BERKOWITZ, Hoover Institution Senior Fellow. Peter Berkowitz outlines the fracturing of the "New Right" into factions like national conservatives and post-liberals. Referencing Laura K. Field's book, Furious Minds, he notes these groups often reject Lockean principles in the Declaration of Independence. However, he distinguishes these intellectuals from typical, non-ideological Trump voters.1929 HOOVER INAURUAL

A sweeping conversation on immigration, women's bravery, Nigeria bombings, Israel's intransigence, MAGA extremism, and a journalist's surrender—mapping the GOP strategy and how democracy must respond.

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Hi, and welcome to The Long View. I'm Dan Lefkovitz, strategist for Morningstar Indexes. In this episode, we'll share some of our favorite clips from 2025 interviews with portfolio managers, economists, and investment researchers. It's a companion to Christine Benz's “Best Of” episode featuring highlights from conversations with financial planners, advisors, and retirement researchers. We'll begin with some prescient words from Hendrik du Toit, co-founder of global investment manager, Ninety One, who spoke to Christine Benz and me at the start of the year from Cape Town, South Africa. Hendrik talked about the appeal of emerging-markets investments, both debt and equity, asset classes that went on to have good years in 2025.“Hendrik du Toit: ‘Small Things Can Make a Big Difference,'” The Long View podcast, Morningstar.com, Jan. 21, 2025.“Cliff Asness: ‘The Problem Was Never Beta. The Problem Was Paying Alpha Fees for Beta,'” The Long View podcast, Morningstar.com, July 29, 2025.“Vincent Montemaggiore: ‘The Two Best Defenses Against Tariffs Are a High-Gross Profit Margin and Pricing Power,'” The Long View podcast, Morningstar.com, April 15, 2025.“Louis-Vincent Gave: ‘The Future Is Being Built Over There,'” The Long View podcast, Morningstar.com, Feb. 25, 2025.“Jason Zweig: Revisiting ‘The Intelligent Investor,'” The Long View podcast, Morningstar.com, May 27, 2025.“Mike Pyle: Looking for Uncorrelated Sources of Return,” The Long View podcast, Morningstar.com, Oct. 14, 2025.“Neal Shearing: The World Isn't Deglobalizing; It's Fracturing,” The Long View podcast, Morningstar.com, Aug. 26, 2025.“Sudarshan Murthy: ‘These Countries Are in Much Better Shape Than They Were 10 Years Back,'” The Long View podcast, Morningstar.com, March 25, 2025.“Joe Davis: How to Capitalize on ‘Megatrends,'” The Long View podcast, Morningstar.com, Sept. 2, 2025.“Callie Cox: A Student Teacher of Financial Markets,” The Long View podcast, Morningstar.com, Nov. 11, 2025.“Brian Selmo: ‘Winning by Not Losing,'” The Long View podcast, Morningstar.com, July 15, 2025.“Daniel Rasmussen: ‘Be Very Wary of Illiquid Asset Classes,'” The Long View podcast, Morningstar.com, May 6, 2025.“Eric Jacobson: The Entire Face of the Bond Market Has Changed,” The Long View podcast, Morningstar.com, Nov. 25, 2025.“Barry Ritholtz: ‘How Not to Invest,'” The Long View podcast, Morningstar.com, Oct. 7, 2025.“John Rekenthaler: ‘The House Is With You When You're Investing,'” The Long View podcast, Morningstar.com, Jan. 28, 2025. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Ghost breaks down the escalating ideological fracture on the American right, sparked by the Turning Point USA conference and the public clash between Ben Shapiro and Tucker Carlson. Using Charlie Kirk's death as a backdrop, Ghost examines the growing tension around censorship, deplatforming, and who controls the boundaries of “acceptable” discourse within conservatism. The conversation expands into America's relationship with Israel, questioning foreign influence, moral authority, and the manipulation of antisemitism narratives to suppress dissent. Ghost analyzes Trump's posture toward Netanyahu, the Gaza ceasefire aftermath, and emerging power shifts as U.S. and Russian interests increasingly align against European escalation. The episode also covers Putin's end-of-year address, Ukraine peace negotiations, Venezuela's oil blockade, Julian Assange's legal action against the Nobel Foundation, and the broader implications of economic warfare and regime change operations. Throughout, Ghost emphasizes first principles, free debate, and the dangers of coordinated narrative control shaping both domestic and global politics.

Today's episode breaks down one of the most contentious FOMC meetings in nearly a decade. A deeply divided Fed delivered a rate cut that may also mark the end of the cutting cycle, with multiple dissents on both the dovish and hawkish sides and an unusually fractured dot plot. The conversation explores what the dissents reveal about competing inflation and labor-market risks, why Powell says the Fed is effectively flying blind without fresh BLS data, and how alternative data is shaping the debate. It also examines the quiet but significant shift in balance-sheet policy, as the Fed ends QT and begins reserve management purchases that many see as “QE that isn't QE,” and what this hawkish cut, baby QE, and a broken consensus mean for markets heading into an increasingly uncertain 2026 outlook.

Fragmentation in Yemen: The Southern Transitional Council Advances: Colleagues Bridget Tumi and Bill Roggio report that the civil war in Yemen is fracturing further as the Southern Transitional Council, which advocates for southern secession, advances into eastern governorates to secure territory and combat smuggling; this move has heightened tensions within the anti-Houthi coalition, as the STC is backed by the UAE while other government factions are supported by Saudi Arabia, weakening the collective effort against the Houthis who control thYEMEN800 e capital Sanaa and maintain ambitions to conquer the entire country. 1800 YEMEN

Nicolle Wallace covers Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene's break from Donald Trump as well as the consequences she's faced, such as death threats and targeted Truth Social posts, because of her decision to separate from the MAGA movement.Later, Tim Miller, David Frum, and Maya Wiley join Nicolle to discuss the frequency with which Donald Trump has been falling asleep in his public appearances. Finally, Jacob Soboroff joins the program to provide an update on the story of a young woman who was deported back to Honduras. She was arrested at the airport right before boarding a flight on her way to surprise her family for Thanksgiving break. For more, follow us on Instagram @deadlinewhTo listen to this show and other MS NOW podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. For more from Nicolle, follow and download her podcast, “The Best People with Nicolle Wallace,” wherever you get your podcasts.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.

How did the US Dollar become the dominant currency internationally? What keeps other currencies, fiat or crypto, from displacing the dollar's role? Does the aggressive use of sanctions by the US Government put the dollar's role at risk?Paul Blustein is with the Center for Strategic and International Studies, as well as an author and journalist. He has written several books including his latest work King Dollar: The Past and Future of the World's Dominant Currency and previous works, Off Balance: The Travails of Institutions That Govern the Global Financial System, And the Money Kept Rolling In (and Out) Wall Street, the IMF, and the Bankrupting of Argentina, and Laid Low: Inside the Crisis That Overwhelmed Europe and the IMF.Greg and Paul discuss the reasons behind the US dollar's dominance in global finance, its historical roots stemming from the Bretton Woods Agreement, and the challenges posed by international crises and economic policies. Paul also discusses the role and limitations of the IMF, the geopolitical implications of using the dollar as a financial weapon, and the potential impact of emerging currencies and digital threats. The episode concludes with insights into the phenomena of dollarization and how various economic strategies, including those of China and Russia, intersect with the enduring power of the US dollar.*unSILOed Podcast is produced by University FM.*Episode Quotes:How the U.S. discovered the power of financial sanctions21:00: No longer was it just going to be the drug lords and, you know, in Colombia and places like that, it was now the government was gonna crack down on terrorists. And so the Treasury, OFAC, the Office of Foreign Assets Control, began doing some of that. And they realized that by cutting off banks abroad from access to the dollar system, that correspondent banking system we were just talking about, that, you know, things could really go boom. They could pose a death sentence on banks. And as they began to realize the power of that, they then applied it in the case of North Korea in 2005. And they were absolutely astonished to discover that this really worked. You could really have a big effect on North Korea's financial system by cutting off banks. It was—they went after a bank in Macau that had been—and then they were off to the races. They could use this similar kind of weaponry on Iran and other adversariesResponsible vs irresponsible use of dollar power25:29: You have this power with a dollar; if we use it responsibly, it can be a very good power. And if we use it irresponsibly, it's a bad power. And that's the way I like to look at it.How U.S.–China sanction scenarios are actually gamed out51:59: Some of the hawks in, you know, you don't hear so much from these guys anymore, but the hawks in Congress have tried to game some of these out. You know, I go into this in one of the chapters of the book about how they, you know, they had a red team and a blue team, and they thought, well, we can, you know, we just have done this—imposed drastic sanctions on Russia. So if there's an invasion of Taiwan, here's what we do. And they, I think, have discovered that if you have a really knowledgeable red team playing the Chinese Communist Party, they can come up with a lot, a lot of things that, it preserves Taiwanese democracy but doesn't have us at each other's throats.Show Links:Recommended Resources:United States DollarEuroRenminbiReserve CurrencyNetwork EffectBretton Woods SystemJohn Maynard KeynesHarry Dexter WhiteHerbert SteinFederal ReserveInternational Monetary Fund (IMF)SWIFTEuroclearFiat MoneyXi JinpingShadow FleetGuest Profile:PaulBlustein.comProfessional Profile for CSISLinkedIn ProfileSocial Profile on XGuest Work:Amazon Author PageKing Dollar: The Past and Future of the World's Dominant CurrencyOff Balance: The Travails of Institutions That Govern the Global Financial SystemAnd the Money Kept Rolling In (and Out) Wall Street, the IMF, and the Bankrupting of ArgentinaThe Chastening: Inside The Crisis That Rocked The Global Financial System And Humbled The IMFMisadventures of the Most Favored Nations: Clashing Egos, Inflated Ambitions, and the Great Shambles of the World Trade SystemLaid Low: Inside the Crisis That Overwhelmed Europe and the IMFSchism: China, America, and the Fracturing of the Global Trading System Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Unleashed: The Political News Hour with Nate Cain – Nate Cain breaks down the real origin of the feud: MTG's fury over President Trump's timeline on releasing the Epstein client list, her sudden opposition to ending Obamacare subsidies, her criticism of U.S. aid to Israel, and her outrage over Trump hosting Syria's new president at the White House. We'll talk straight – Republicans can...

My guest today is Victor Davis Hanson, a classicist, military historian, and senior fellow at Stanford's Hoover Institution. Victor is one of the most articulate defenders of Donald Trump, and one of the few people willing to explain why millions of Americans still see him as a necessary corrective rather than a danger. We talk about how his years farming in California shaped his politics, how “lawfare” now cuts both ways, and why so many conservatives feel the system has turned against them. We also dive into the strange new revisionism spreading on the American right—from the claim that Churchill “started” World War II, to the idea that the Nazis killed millions by accident—and why Tucker Carlson has begun platforming the people pushing those ideas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trevor Loudon Reports – The recent interview between Tucker Carlson and Nick Fuentes ignites a firestorm within conservative circles, laying bare a deeper rot: Russia's calculated assault on the American right. This represents no isolated spat. It stands as the culmination of years of relentless propaganda designed to dismantle U.S. conservatism, erode support for Israel, and halt aid to Ukraine...

Dave Rubin of “The Rubin Report” talks to Brandon Tatum about his reaction to the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk; his frustration with conspiracy theories targeting Charlie's family, Erica, and Turning Point USA; his emotional struggle to honor Charlie's legacy while resisting calls for revenge; the backlash he faces from both the left and some on the right; his passionate defense of Israel during his viral debate with Dave Smith on Piers Morgan Uncensored, his concerns about deep divisions within the MAGA movement and the right as conspiracy theories, antisemitism, and infighting escalate after Charlie Kirk's death; the collapse of policing in blue cities like Chicago, Portland, and San Francisco and how failed sanctuary city and soft-on-crime policies devastate communities; the majority of black Americans actually wanting more police and safer neighborhoods despite politicians weaponizing race and white guilt; the quiet shift of black voters realizing their conservative values and becoming “activated” to vote Republican and support leaders like Donald Trump; and much more. Check out the NEW RUBIN REPORT MERCH here: https://daverubin.store/ Subscribe to Dave's Newsletter: https://shorturl.at/tygfO Buy tickets to see Dave Rubin Live here: https://daverubin.com/events/ October 18 - Melbourne, Australia - TBA October 21 - Sydney, Australia - TBA October 27 - Brisbane, Australia - TBA

Join Victor Davis Hanson and host Sami Winc for this Friday news roundup. Topics discussed include Trump's return from Scotland and the trade deal with the EU, the role of the Federal Reserve and the impact of interest rates, violent incidents across the nation, racial dynamics in crime reporting, and the internal conflicts within the Democratic Party.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.