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Andrea Buhrow is the owner of The Flower Patch, a multi-faceted flower business located in Ashton, Illinois.  Andrea first appeared on the Off-Farm Income Podcast in 2020, right in the middle of lockdowns and quarantines from Covid.  She was just beginning her FFA career and wanted to start her own enterprise, even though she had grown up on her family farm.  She loved flowers, and people were looking for something to do locally because of limitations on travel.  So, she started the Flower Patch as a "u-pick" flower farm where people could come have an experience, be outdoors and safe from transmission and leave with some beautiful flowers. Ironically, as covid let up, this caused Andrea to pivot in her business.  Most business owners got back to normal when the pandemic waned, but for Andrea that was normal.  So, Andrea started selling bouquet subscriptions, selling at the farmer's market and continued with the u-pick business.  Today, Andrea has just graduated high school and her business is running at full capacity.  So much so, that she has had to cut back on orders for this summer!

*Rate us on Apple Podcasts!!! * *Guest Bio: * Duane joined Americans for Prosperity Foundation with years of experience as an independent conservative blogger and former Navy journalist. Duane started AllAmericanBlogger.com in 2007 and earned the Breitbart Blogger Award from the Heritage Foundation and the Franklin Center for Public Integrity in 2012. Additionally, he founded The Missouri Torch, focusing strictly on state-level politics which quickly grew to be the most read and influential conservative blog in the state of Missouri. Duane now focuses on growing and improving the capabilities of conservative activists across the country through the Grassroots Leadership Academy. Buy my first book available where ever books are sold, _Eternally Cancel Proof _in paperback, or Kindle on Amazon (https://www.amazon.com/Eternally-Cancel-Proof-Courageous-Battlefront/dp/B09VWWTQFS/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1647986511&sr=8-1) or buy directly from me at my website Stacy on the Right!! (https://www.stacyontheright.com/eternallycancelproof/) ​ Thank you for listening! ​ We are live Monday through Friday from 9p to midnight eastern on SiriusXM the Patriot channel 125!!! ​ Thanks and God Bless you!! ​ -- Encouragement-- You know me inside and out... You know exactly how I was made, bit by bit. Psalm 139:15 -- Additional Content -- ​ Stacy's Blog (http://www.stacyontheright.com) Download previous episodes, and more! Contact Form stacy [at] stacyontheright.com

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Roman Buhler is the Director of the Coalition to Preserve an Independent Supreme Court which is now building support for the "Keep Nine Amendment" to the U.S. Constitution to ban Supreme Court packing. He served for 14 years as Counsel to the Committee of the U.S. House of Representatives dealing with election integrity. TOPIC: “KEEP NINE AMENDMENT” Nicole Neily President and Founder of Speech First. She is also the former president of the Franklin Center for Government and Public Integrity and has worked as executive director and senior fellow at the Independent Women’s Forum and as manager of external relations for the Cato Institute. TOPIC:Even Orwell didn’t predict this!! Tim Bryce is is a freelance writer residing in the Tampa Bay area of Florida. An avid writer and speaker discussing everything from business and management, to politics and morality, to systems and technology in our ever changing world. In addition to his columns and blog entitled "The Bryce is Right' which is read by thousands of people worldwide. Tim has also been published in a wide range of publication from the WASHINGTON TIMES to the HUFFINGTON POST.. Tim’s new book, “ “Before You Vote: Know How Your Government Works”, What American youth should know about government" TOPIC: THANK YOU PRESIDENT TRUMP!!

On this week's episode, president and founder of Speech First Nicki Neily joins to discuss Title IX regulations. We focus on the recent SCOTUS decision in Bostock vs. Clayton County, and cover the implications for women's sports. We also talk about the new Title IX rules for college campuses issued by the Department of Education in May. Nicki Neily is the president and founder of Speech First, a nationwide membership that defends students' First Amendment rights through litigation and other means. Over the past two and a half years, Speech First has filed lawsuits against the University of Michigan, University of Texas, University of Illinois, and Iowa State University, which had policies on the books that were designed to chill student speech.Nicki has worked at a variety of advocacy organizations throughout her career, serving as the executive director of the Independent Women's Forum, president of the Franklin Center for Government and Public Integrity, and creating the department of external relations at the Cato Institute.She Thinks is a podcast for women (and men) who are sick of the spin in today's news cycle and are seeking the truth. Once a week, every week, She Thinks host Beverly Hallberg is joined by guests who cut through the clutter and bring you the facts.You don't have to keep up with policy and politics to understand how issues will impact you and the people you care about most. You just have to keep up with us.We make sure you have the information you need to come to your own conclusions. Because, let's face it, you're in control of your own life and can think for yourself.You can listen to the latest She Thinks episode(s) here or wherever you get your podcasts. Then subscribe, rate, and share with your friends. If you are already caught up and want more, join our online community.Sign up for our emails here: http://iwf.org/sign-upIndependent Women's Forum (IWF) believes all issues are women's issues. IWF promotes policies that aren't just well-intended, but actually enhance people's freedoms, opportunities, and choices. IWF doesn't just talk about problems. We identify solutions and take them straight to the playmakers and policy creators. And, as a 501(c)3, IWF educates the public about the most important topics of the day.Check out the Independent Women's Forum website for more information on how policies impact you, your loved ones, and your community: www.iwf.org.Be sure to subscribe to our emails to ensure you're equipped with the facts on the issues you care about most: https://iwf.org/sign-up. Subscribe to IWF's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/IWF06.Follow IWF on social media:- https://twitter.com/iwf on Twitter- https://www.facebook.com/independentwomensforum on Facebook- https://instagram.com/independentwomensforum on Instagram#IWF #SheThinks #AllIssuesAreWomensIssues See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Sign Up To Receive Our FFA Stories Newsletter! Email address: SHOW NOTES INTRODUCING ANDREA BUHROW!  It is always fascinating to me to speak with students who are just getting started with the FFA and have fascinating projects and businesses.  Today's is one of those shows. Andrea Buhrow loves flowers, and she is learning to love the flower business.  She has launched her own business called "The Flower Patch" and she is using the "u-pick" method to sell her flowers in her local community.  She is currently growing sunflowers, daffodils, tulips, lilies, gladiolas and other varieties that I did not get written down. Andrea is learning about marketing at the same time.  She has a Facebook Page called "The Flower Patch" where she introduces people to her business as well as her FFA story.  It will be fun to see how this business and project develop over time. SUPERVISED AGRICULTURAL EXPERIENCE: Flower Sales HIGH SCHOOL: Ashton Franklin Center High School; Ashton, Illinois MASCOT: Raiders FFA ADVISOR: Kelly Viall CONTACT INFORMATION FOR ANDREA BUHROW: Click on the picture below to be taken to the Ashton Franklin Center High School Website: Andrea's FFA Advisor's Email Address: kviall@afcschools.net Ashton Franklin Center High School Telephone Number: 815-453-7461 FFA LINKS: National FFA Organization Supervised Agricultural Experiences (SAE's) Support FFA  Donate to FFA - One way that FFA students are able to start small businesses is through an FFA grant of $1,000.  In 2014, 141 FFA students received these grants.  With your donations, more students can get this head start - pay it forward. REASONS TO DONATE TO FFA: Only 2% of Americans grow and raise most of the food and livestock consumed by the other 98% as well as the rest of the world.  FFA is providing the needed education, training and resources to Americans that will carry that torch forward and insure that America continues to have inexpensive, quality food. Rural Communities will rely on entrepreneurship in the future for population growth and job creation.  The FFA is a major catalyst to that entrepreneurial growth. Farmers, ranchers and those working in agriculture give the rest of America incredible amounts of freedom because the search for food is as simple as going to the grocery store: “The future of American agriculture depends on the involvement and investment in America’s youth, In order to prepare for the population of tomorrow, we need to encourage America’s youth today, and show that careers in agriculture are profitable, rewarding, and vital.”. U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, Sonny Perdue Where Off-Farm Income And Matt Brechwald Can Be Heard:   Member Of The National Association Of Farm Broadcasters

Valerie McKelvey Helping Communities in Need On episode 17 of the Live Mike Podcast, Mike Romigh talks with long-time Beaver County community volunteer Valerie McKelvey, founder and director of the Franklin Center of Beaver County, including the Professional Outfitters charitable program providing clothing and other essentials to men, women and children facing challenging life transitions. USE HEADPHONES FOR BEST LISTENING   On episode 17 of the Live Mike Podcast, Mike Romigh talks with long-time Beaver County community volunteer Valerie McKelvey, founder and director of the Franklin Center of Beaver County, including the Professional Outfitters charitable program providing clothing and other essentials to men, women and children facing challenging life transitions. The Professional Outfitters and Variety Shoppe  is a program of the nonprofit organization, the Franklin Center of Beaver County, Inc. and relies solely on donations for the items it provides to the community.  It has three locations providing clothing and other essentials to men, women and children facing challenging life transitions, especially for those re-entering the workforce. Families can also receive household items such a pots, pans, and bedding when available. Some of the Franklin Center’s important community programs include Beaver County Homeless Assistance, Beaver County Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), Dollar Energy, and the Aliquippa Council of Men and Fathers/Fatherhood Initiative, as well as various after-school and summer education programs for youth. Professional Outfitters and Variety Shoppe, 1035 Third Avenue, New Brighton, PA, 15066, 724-846-2000   This episode was recorded April 18, 2020 in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania.  Host: Mike Romigh.  Guest: Valerie McKelvey. Audiography: Kevin Farkas, Mike Romigh. Music (available on SoundCloud.com): Iamdyzm (“Hip Hop & Trance”), HarbingerLoops (“Dreary Thoughts”).  Other Sounds (available on YouTube.com): Highground Motivation (“Steve Harvey Motivational speech - Success of Imagination”), MR4 Music  (“Mobster),” “Edward R. Murrows final reply to Senator Joseph McCarthys See It Now appearance - April 13 1954.” ©The Live Mike Podcast/The Social Voice Project.  All rights reserved. This podcast episode can also be found in the Listening Library: Beaver County. ABOUT THE PODCAST The Live Mike Podcast with Mike Romigh is an issues-oriented podcast about political life in Western Pennsylvania. Although his personal views are left-of-center, Mike welcomes meaningful conversations about topics from across the political spectrum. Mike Romigh is a noted broadcaster in Western Pennsylvania, with more than thirty years behind the microphone talking politics, sports, current events, local history, and entertainment.               The Social Voice Project is an innovative public interest media company specializing in on-site podcast production and other creative media partnerships with community oriented organizations and individuals. We are dedicated to promoting a wide range of nonprofits, community and cultural projects, public history initiatives, and the arts, tourism, and corporate missions.   jQuery(document).ready(function() { jQuery('#slider_3943').owlCarousel({ items : 1, smartSpeed : 0, autoplay : false, autoplayHoverPause : false, smartSpeed : 0, fluidSpeed : 0, autoplaySpeed : 0, navSpeed : 0, dotsSpeed : 0, loop : true, nav : false, navText : ['',''], dots : false, responsiveRefreshRate : 200, slideBy : 'page', mergeFit : true, autoHeight : false, mouseDrag : true, touchDrag : true }); jQuery('#slider_3943').css('visibility', 'visible'); sa_resize_slider_3943(); window.addEventListener('resize', sa_resize_slider_3943); function sa_resize_slider_3943() { var min_height = '10'; var win_width = jQuery(window).width(); var slider_width = jQuery('#slider_3943').

Nicole Neily President and Founder of Speech First. She is also the former president of the Franklin Center for Government and Public Integrity and has worked as executive director and senior fellow at the Independent Women’s Forum and as manager of external relations for the Cato Institute.TOPIC... 'Chinese Virus' may be offensive, but it’s still protected speech!! Ryan Young is a Senior Fellow at the Competitive Enterprise Institute (CEI). His research focuses on regulatory reform, trade policy, antitrust regulation, and other issues. His writing has appeared in USA Today, The Wall Street Journal, Politico, The Hill, Investor’s Business Daily, Forbes, Fortune, and dozens of other publications. He is a frequent guest on radio programs, been interviewed by outlets including The Huffington Post and Voice of America, and been cited in media outlets including ABC News, CNN, and London’s City AM. He formerly hosted the CEI Podcast, and writes the popular “This Week in Ridiculous Regulations” series for CEI’s staff blog. TOPIC...An Effective Pandemic Response Would Be Deregulation!! Elaine Parker is the President of the Job Creators Network Foundation and Chief Communications Officer of the Job Creators Network. Elaine is a frequent guest on nationally syndicated radio shows like Dennis Prager and Mike Gallagher and her opeds have appeared in the Washington Examiner, Real Clear Policy, and other national publications. Prior to joining JCN , Elaine was a Public Relations Manager at Chrysler as well as an independent communications consultant developing media strategies and tactics in corporate, litigation, and crisis communications as well as public policy advocacy for high-profile clients like 5-Hour Energy. TOPIC...You CANNOT let this happen!!

Marie Timpano Homeless in Beaver County During the Pandemic On episode 16 of the Live Mike Podcast, Mike Romigh talks with Marie Timpano of Cornerstone of Beaver County about homelessness in Beaver County during the coronavirus pandemic.   On episode 16 of the Live Mike Podcast, Mike Romigh talks with Marie Timpano of Cornerstone of Beaver County about homelessness in Beaver County during the coronavirus pandemic. People living on the streets are among the most vulnerable during this pandemic threat when all preventative measures require the very things they likely cannot do: stay at home and practice proper hygiene. Emergency housing and support are necessary to manage the spread of COVID 19.Additionally, the struggle for the community’s homeless to access food, water, and respite will become much more challenging in weeks and months ahead. The Cornerstone of Beaver County (TCBC) is a nonprofit organization, located at 600 6th Street, Beaver Falls, PA 15010, that provides a variety of programs serving individuals and families who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. In addition to the programs directly administered by TCBC, there are a number of partner organization’s providing services from the Cornerstone’s Beaver Falls location. These organizations include: the Urban League of Pittsburgh, Holy Family Institute’s Duquesne Light CAP program, The Franklin Center, and The Beaver County Housing Authority’s CARL program.   This episode was recorded April 10, 2020 in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania.  Host: Mike Romigh.  Guest: Marie Timpano. Audiography: Kevin Farkas, Mike Romigh. Music (available on SoundCloud.com): HarbingerLoops (“Dreary Thoughts”). Floxyde(“Painless End”). Other Sounds (available on YouTube.com): MR4 Music  (“Mobster),” “Edward R. Murrows final reply to Senator Joseph McCarthys See It Now appearance - April 13 1954.” ©The Live Mike Podcast/The Social Voice Project.  All rights reserved. ABOUT THE PODCAST The Live Mike Podcast with Mike Romigh is an issues-oriented podcast about political life in Western Pennsylvania. Although his personal views are left-of-center, Mike welcomes meaningful conversations about topics from across the political spectrum. Mike Romigh is a noted broadcaster in Western Pennsylvania, with more than thirty years behind the microphone talking politics, sports, current events, local history, and entertainment.               The Social Voice Project is an innovative public interest media company specializing in on-site podcast production and other creative media partnerships with community oriented organizations and individuals. We are dedicated to promoting a wide range of nonprofits, community and cultural projects, public history initiatives, and the arts, tourism, and corporate missions.   jQuery(document).ready(function() { jQuery('#slider_3943').owlCarousel({ items : 1, smartSpeed : 0, autoplay : false, autoplayHoverPause : false, smartSpeed : 0, fluidSpeed : 0, autoplaySpeed : 0, navSpeed : 0, dotsSpeed : 0, loop : true, nav : false, navText : ['',''], dots : false, responsiveRefreshRate : 200, slideBy : 'page', mergeFit : true, autoHeight : false, mouseDrag : true, touchDrag : true }); jQuery('#slider_3943').css('visibility', 'visible'); sa_resize_slider_3943(); window.addEventListener('resize', sa_resize_slider_3943); function sa_resize_slider_3943() { var min_height = '10'; var win_width = jQuery(window).width(); var slider_width = jQuery('#slider_3943').width(); if (win_width < 480) { var slide_width = slider_width / 1; } else if (win_width < 768) { var slide_width = slider_width / 1; } else if (win_width < 980) { var slide_width = slider_width / 1; } else if (win_width < 1200) { var slide_width = slider_width / 1; } else if (win_width < 1500) { var slide_width = slider_width / 1; } else {

Socialism promises great things, but what does it deliver? Duane joined Americans for Prosperity Foundation with years of experience as an independent conservative blogger and former Navy journalist. Duane started AllAmericanBlogger.com in 2007 and earned the Breitbart Blogger Award from the Heritage Foundation and the Franklin Center for Public Integrity in 2012. Additionally, he founded The Missouri Torch, focusing strictly on state-level politics which quickly grew to be the most read and influential conservative blog in the state of Missouri.Duane now focuses on growing and improving the capabilities of grassroots activists across the country through the Grassroots Leadership Academy

On this week’s episode of She Thinks, we cover the ongoing situation in Hong Kong. The current crisis began in June when throngs of Hong Kongers took to the streets to protest the extradition bill. Millions have marched, many while carrying the American flag, asking for the same rights that you and I have. And their fight continues today. Jillian Melchior joins the podcast to explain the situation. She’s not only written extensively on this situation, but has spent time in Hong Kong and experienced firsthand the fight for freedom. Jillian Kay Melchior is Editorial page writer at The Wall Street Journal. She’s a former fellow at IWF and has previously reported for National Review, the Franklin Center, The Daily, Commentary, the Wall Street Journal Asia, with freelance writings appearing in Cosmopolitan, The Weekly Standard, the New York Post and other major publications. Her foreign correspondence has also taken her to China, Iraq, Ukraine and elsewhere in Europe and Asia. Independent Women’s Forum (IWF) believes all issues are women’s issues. IWF promotes policies that aren’t just well-intended, but actually enhance people’s freedoms, opportunities, and choices. IWF doesn’t just talk about problems. We identify solutions and take them straight to the playmakers and policy creators. And, as a 501(c)3, IWF educates the public about the most important topics of the day. Check out the Independent Women’s Forum website for more information on how policies impact you, your loved ones, and your community: www.iwf.org. Be sure to subscribe to our emails to ensure you’re equipped with the facts on the issues you care about most: https://iwf.org/sign-up. Subscribe to IWF’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/IWF06. Follow IWF on social media: - https://twitter.com/iwf on Twitter - https://www.facebook.com/independentwomensforum on Facebook - https://instagram.com/independentwomensforum on Instagram #IWF #IWfp #SheThinks #AllIssuesAreWomensIssues

WASHINGTON, DC — With the American economy thriving but uncertainty continuing to hang over the future of free and fair global trade, The Ripon Society and Franklin Center for Global Policy Exchange held a breakfast discussion yesterday morning with three leaders who are working to ratify the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), a plan that would modernize the current trade agreement between the three countries, and provide individuals and businesses with an updated regulatory environment in which they can work and compete. The leaders included: Mexican Ambassador to the United States Martha Bárcena Coqui; Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Kevin Brady (TX-8); and, Scotty Greenwood, CEO of the Canadian American Business Council. Former Minnesota Congressman Erik Paulsen, who served on the Ways & Means Trade Subcommittee while in office and now serves as Co-Chair of a coalition pushing to pass the USMCA – moderated the discussion.

WASHINGTON, DC – The bipartisan Co-Chairs of the U.S.-China Working Group appeared on March 28 before a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society and Franklin Center for Global Policy Exchange, where they discussed not only the Congressional delegation they recently led to China, but also the future of the U.S.-China trade relationship with crucial negotiations underway.

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Rep. Ron Estes (KS-4) and actor Tim Daly appeared before a luncheon meeting of The Ripon Society and Franklin Center for Global Policy Exchange this past Thursday afternoon to discuss the arts in this country and what role the federal government has in fostering creativity in communities nationwide. Estes serves as a member of the Honorary Host Committee for the Creative Coalition, while Daly serves as President of the organization. Joining in this discussion were 12 other performers and Coalition members, including: Shiri Appleby, Anthony Carrigan, Ethan Cutkowsky, Lindsay Goffman, Harry Hamlin, Steve Howey, Wendi McLendon-Covey, Dean Norris, Meryl Poster, C. C. H. Pounder, Anthony Rapp, and Caterina Scorsone.

Senator Sullivan is a Republican from Alaska. Senator Whitehouse is a Democrat from Rhode Island. Both appeared yesterday on April 3, before a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society and Franklin Center for Global Policy Exchange, to discuss the bill they authored to clean up the tons of plastic and other debris that have been dumped in oceans around the world, and the support that exists for the effort from members of both political parties.

WASHINGTON, DC May 2, 2019 – With a recent report showing that the Social Security Trust Fund will run out of money by 2035, The Ripon Society and Franklin Center for Global Policy Exchange hosted a breakfast discussion with John Larson (D-CT-1) and Mike Kelly (R-PA-16) about the importance of strengthening retirement security in the United States.

Republican Representative Rodney Davis (IL-13) and Democratic Representative Derek Kilmer (WA-6) appeared before a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society and Franklin Center for Global Policy Exchange, delivering remarks about the need for bipartisanship in Congress and the effort to modernize the operations of the Legislative Branch.

Ambassadors Gerónimo Gutiérrez of Mexico and David MacNaughton of Canada are joined by Senator Jerry Moran (KS) and Representative Will Hurd (TX-23) for a discussion about the future of the North American Free Trade Agreement and the debate over modernizing the agreement in a way that keeps the economies of all three countries strong.

The Conservatarians welcome Nicole Neily, president of Speech First, a new group defending students' free speech rights on campus. Nicole was formerly the president of the Franklin Center for Government and Public Integrity, executive director and senior fellow at the Independent Women's Forum, and manager of external relations for the Cato Institute. Jon and Stephen also discuss the mess that is... Source

The Conservatarians welcome Nicole Neily, president of Speech First, a new group defending students’ free speech rights on campus. Nicole was formerly the president of the Franklin Center for Government and Public Integrity, executive director and senior fellow at the Independent Women’s Forum, and manager of external relations for the Cato Institute. Jon and Stephen also discuss the mess that is... Source

House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee leaders U.S. Rep. Bill Shuster (R/PA-9)and U.S. Rep. Peter DeFazio (D/OR-4)discuss the effort to find common ground on a plan to rebuild America's roads and bridges, and the importance of working across the aisle to achieve that goal.

Tom Emmer (R-MN), Kathy Castor (D-FL) and Darin LaHood (R-IL)discuss the status of the relationship between the U.S. and Cuba, and the prospect for changes under the Trump Administration.

The Co-Chairmen of the Problem Solvers Caucus discuss how to bridge the partisan divide on some of the key challenges facing America.

In today's episode of the Bantercast, we talk to 'Never Trump' conservative Kevin Glass. Kevin is the Director of Policy and Outreach at the Franklin Center for Government and Public Integrity, and has written for conservative outlets like Townhall.com. He has also been published in the National Review, The American Spectator and The Atlantic, and was a prominent voice in the 'Never Trump' conservative movement in 2016. It was an extremely interesting and lively conversation where we tried to get to the bottom of the Trump phenomenon and what the future holds for conservatism and the Republican Party. Take a listen and let us know what you think!

Members of the Bipartisan Working Group discuss how they find common ground, especially with regard to our nation's veterans

WASHINGTON, DC – At a time when Washington is paralyzed by political gridlock, the top Republican and Democratic leaders of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee came together to discuss the bipartisan drive they are spearheading to rebuild America's crumbling bridges and roads – an issue, they note, where political consensus exists, but the source of funding remains in doubt. The leaders were U.S. Representatives Bill Shuster (R/PA-9) and Peter DeFazio (D/OR-4). Shuster serves as Chairman of the T&I Committee, while DeFazio serves as the panel's Ranking Member. Appearing at a breakfast discussion hosted by The Ripon Society and Franklin Center, the bipartisan duo made the case that investing in our country's transportation system was not only needed, but was something the Founders of our country expected and wanted Congress and the President to do.

WASHINGTON, DC – With the presidential primaries upon us and political rhetoric heating up on the campaign trail, The Ripon Society and Franklin Center for Global Policy Exchange held a breakfast discussion to shine a light on a rare occurrence in Washington these days – bipartisanship. The discussion featured five members of the Bipartisan Working Group (BPWG), which is an increasingly effective network of over 20 Republicans and Democrats who meet for one hour each week on Capitol Hill to not only talk about some of the challenges facing the American people, but some of the areas where both parties might be able to reach agreement and find common ground. The BPWG Members attending yesterday's breakfast included Democratic Reps. Scott Peters (CA-52), Derek Kilmer (WA-6), and John Carney (DE-AL), and Republican Reps. Larry Bucshon (IN-8) and Jim Renacci (OH-16). Renacci, who co-founded the BPWG with Carney shortly after both took office in 2011, kicked off the discussion by talking about the group's origins and why it remains both relevant and needed today.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – With partisan tensions running high on Capitol Hill in the wake of the government shutdown, The Ripon Society and the Franklin Center held a breakfast discussion featuring a bipartisan working group of House Members who have been meeting on a regular basis in an attempt to put politics aside and find common ground. The Members included Reps. Jim Renacci (R/OH-16), Mike Kelly (R/PA-3), John Delaney (D/MD-6), and Andy Barr (R/KY-6). Renacci is one of the organizers of the group and talked about its origins in his opening remarks. “I've been a businessman for 28 years and always thought that's what you normally do,” stated the Ohio Republican, referring to bipartisanship and the importance of talking with those on the other side of the aisle. “I never knew if there was a Democrat or Republican in my business. You just had a common goal and you got it done.

This week, Kevin Glass tells us about the mission of the Franklin Center for Government and Public Integrity, which is to report on what’s happening in local and state legislatures across the United States.He explains why he believes it’s crucial to focus on the governments in our own localities, even in a world where we’ve only got so much attention to give to politics and so much of the news cycle today is monopolized by debates over the proper duties of the federal government while state and local governments are largely ignored. We also have a discussion on the relationship between conservatism and libertarianism. Has conservatism as a philosophy lost momentum? Have libertarians taken over as the thought leaders in right-leaning thought? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Including: Political correctness is taking over sports. punishing NBA owner Donald Sterling and NFL player Don Jones How many Americans would need the same "re-education" the Miami Dolphins require for a player who holds traditional values? Is Magic Johnson backing pressure on LA Clippers owner so Magic can buy the team? Harvard supports free speech, however--to let Satan-worshippers attack Catholics Ethanol subsidy is far greater than supposed subsidies for oil and gas--while it reduces gas mileage and increases fuel costs Transgender activists push Pentagon to open the military to them Can the U.S. help kidnapped girls in Nigeria? Or is it a feel-good reaction to social media? GUESTS: Jason Stverak, president, Franklin Center for Government and Public Integrity Rowan Scarborough, Washington Times Pentagon reporter David Boyer, Washington Times White House reporter

Everything begins in California. Fresh air comes from the Pacific Ocean and we are the first ones to foul it for the rest of the country. We were the first state to institute “right on red” as Woody Allen famously pointed out in Annie Hall. We started the tax revolution with Prop 13. We also loaded our prisons with our “three strikes law,” which puts a person in prison for life for stealing a slice of pizza. More recently, we've decided to build a high- speed rail from nowhere to nowhere and we'll spend $39 million to save the delta smelt, a tiny fish that few people have ever seen. Finally, the California legislature is considering a Homeless Bill of Rights, which was not based on anything James Madison has drafted. A word of caution to non-Californians – “this could (will?) happen to you.” In this encore episode, Bob speaks to Steve Greenhut, vice president of journalism at the Franklin Center for Government and Public Integrity and a frequent contributor to Reason Magazine. California's going down. Will your state be next?

7 AM - Steven Greenhut from the Franklin Center for Government and Public Integrity talks about Stockton's bankruptcy and union greed; Jack had an intruder on his property while he wasn't there but Laura and the kids were; 30 Second Movie Review; Son of a celebrity is gay.

TONIGHT, 03/07 09:00PM CST – “Burnt Out Radio hosts” Interview:  John Brodigan got his started when he after needing an outlet to vent his frustration his party in 2008 and turned to the Internet.  He quickly became New Media Director of the New York State Young Republicans, and his work earned him NYSYR of the Year honors in 2011. Through his work with FTR Radio, which boasts over 300,000 downloads quarterly; he has interviewed some of the biggest names in news and politics, including Glenn Beck, Jake Tapper, current US Senators Ted Cruz and Tim Scott, and more.  He regularly broadcasts live at events throughout the country sponsored by the American Conservative Union, FreedomWorks, The Franklin Center, and Americans for Prosperity. This past fall he co-hosted the official “pre-game show” at rallies throughout the country headlined by FreedomWorks and Glenn Beck as well. Please Join Us, should be fun.

8 AM - Steve Greenhut with the the Franklin Center talks public unions and cities going bankrupt with us; Joe swears a blood oath; Jack was offended by Tosh.0.

Mark Anthony Neal is joined at the Franklin Center's with Syrian hip-hop artist Omar Offendum and local free jazz artist, Pierce Freelon to discuss politics and pop culture.

The producers of Atlas Shurgged, Harmon Kaslow and John Aglialoro, California senator Joel Anderson, Shawn Miles of MasterCard and Jason Stverak of Franklin Center all speak at fast-paced Bloggers Briefing.

Achille Mbembe (University of the Witwatersrand, WISER), Sarah Nuttall (University of the Witwatersrand, WISER), Diane Nelson (Duke University, Cultural Anthropology), Anne-Maria Makhulu (Duke University, Cultural Anthropology), moderator. Please join us in the Franklin Center for what we hope will be a lively discussion of District 9, Johannesburg, sci-fi and the politics of horror. This event has been co-organized and co-sponsored by African and African American Studies and the Concilium on Southern Africa. For further information please contact Katie Joyce (katiejoy). Co-sponsors: African and African American Studies and Concilium on Southern Africa