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Southwest Michigan's Morning News podcast is prepared and delivered by the WSJM Newsroom. For these stories and more, visit https://www.wsjm.com and follow us for updates on Facebook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Todd continues dismantling the transformation of modern political movements into ideological religions—complete with dogma, heresy, excommunication, and a mob-ready priesthood of online enforcers. Drawing on figures like H.L. Mencken, Joan Didion, Noam Chomsky, and Ralph Waldo Emerson, he explores how belief systems—left and right—have become substitute faiths, powered by dopamine, hashtags, and performative outrage. Todd weaves in cognitive science (via Nicholas Carr and neuroplasticity), propaganda theory (via Jacques Ellul and Edward Bernays), and personal experience to reveal how the digital age has eroded attention spans, critical thought, and individual conscience. Social media becomes the new pulpit. Echo chambers replace dialogue. Heresy now means thinking for yourself. At the core is a warning: intellectual autonomy now requires personal and moral courage. The courage to be disliked. To reject tribalism. To say, “That's bullshit”—especially when it comes from your own side. From Mencken's skewering of revivalist mobs to the modern cancellation of NPR apostate Uli Berliner, Todd paints a bleak but brutally honest picture of conformity culture, urging listeners to reclaim their minds—even if it means exile. This is not a feel-good sermon. It's a call to arms for the heretical unicorn.   *Recorded in Southwest Michigan and blasting worldwide on WBCQ 7490 starting next week! Details inside.   Like it? Rate, review, and share it? Hate it? Embrace equity! Listen anyhow! More: https://toddzillax.substack.com/ Vids: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjdLR140l--HufeRSAnj91A/?themeRefresh=1    

Southwest Michigan's Morning News podcast is prepared and delivered by the WSJM Newsroom. For these stories and more, visit https://www.wsjm.com and follow us for updates on Facebook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: The city of St. Joseph is moving forward with a proposal to help generate revenue for improvements downtown. Benton Harbor City Commissioners will be asked next week to approve the transfer of land owned by the city to the Benton Harbor Housing Commission so that the Harbor Towers apartment complex can qualify for federal improvement funds. Everyone's invited to Coloma this weekend for two days of fun with the Coloma Glad Peach Festival. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As heard on The Morning Show with Ken & Friends, this is the weekly United We Thrive segment from United Way of Southwest Michigan. This podcast is your opportunity to learn more about the mission, vision, and programs of the local United Way organization and find out how you can get involved to make a difference! For more information: https://www.uwsm.org/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In today's news: The city of St. Joseph is moving forward with a proposal to help generate revenue for improvements downtown. Benton Harbor City Commissioners will be asked next week to approve the transfer of land owned by the city to the Benton Harbor Housing Commission so that the Harbor Towers apartment complex can qualify for federal improvement funds. Everyone's invited to Coloma this weekend for two days of fun with the Coloma Glad Peach Festival. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: The city of St. Joseph is moving forward with a proposal to help generate revenue for improvements downtown. Benton Harbor City Commissioners will be asked next week to approve the transfer of land owned by the city to the Benton Harbor Housing Commission so that the Harbor Towers apartment complex can qualify for federal improvement funds. Everyone's invited to Coloma this weekend for two days of fun with the Coloma Glad Peach Festival. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Southwest Michigan's Morning News podcast is prepared and delivered by the WSJM Newsroom. For these stories and more, visit https://www.wsjm.com and follow us for updates on Facebook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Southwest Michigan's Morning News podcast is prepared and delivered by the WSJM Newsroom. For these stories and more, visit https://www.wsjm.com and follow us for updates on Facebook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Now on the job as the new superintendent of Benton Harbor Area Schools is Dr. Simone Griffin, who started Monday. Fruit crops in Southwest Michigan remain healthy despite the hot weather the region has been experiencing lately. says the region's crops are in "really great shape." The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services continues to urge COVID vaccinations for everyone age six months and older as recent recommendations coming from the federal government have caused some confusion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this scathing and soul-punching episode, Todd eulogizes more than just Ozzy Osbourne and Hulk Hogan—he autopsies America's descent into ideological fundamentalism. What do woke mobs, medieval witch trials, and Facebook shares have in common? The answer: moral certitude without grace. Todd dissects how modern ideological tribes—particularly on the Left—have replaced traditional religion with secular dogma, complete with martyrs, heresies, rituals, and catechisms. Using Hulk Hogan's post-mortem cancellation as a case study, he exposes how one taboo word now carries more social weight than actual violence, rape, or corruption. The result? A society where redemption is off the table, and performance is king. From Ozzy's “The Ultimate Sin” to McLuhan's media warnings, this episode drips with unfiltered cynicism and cultural excommunication. If you've ever wondered how virtue-signaling replaced virtue—or why dissent now threatens belonging more than reason—don't miss this blistering analysis. Recorded in Southwest Michigan. Blasting worldwide on WBCQ 7490 starting next week! Details inside.   Like it? Rate, review, and share it? Hate it? Embrace equity! Listen anyhow! More: https://toddzillax.substack.com/ Vids: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjdLR140l--HufeRSAnj91A/?themeRefresh=1    

In today's news: Now on the job as the new superintendent of Benton Harbor Area Schools is Dr. Simone Griffin, who started Monday. Fruit crops in Southwest Michigan remain healthy despite the hot weather the region has been experiencing lately. says the region's crops are in "really great shape." The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services continues to urge COVID vaccinations for everyone age six months and older as recent recommendations coming from the federal government have caused some confusion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Now on the job as the new superintendent of Benton Harbor Area Schools is Dr. Simone Griffin, who started Monday. Fruit crops in Southwest Michigan remain healthy despite the hot weather the region has been experiencing lately. says the region's crops are in "really great shape." The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services continues to urge COVID vaccinations for everyone age six months and older as recent recommendations coming from the federal government have caused some confusion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Southwest Michigan's Morning News podcast is prepared and delivered by the WSJM Newsroom. For these stories and more, visit https://www.wsjm.com and follow us for updates on Facebook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: A Berrien Springs farm has been awarded a $175,000 grant by the Michigan Commission on Agriculture and Rural Development to help with an expansion project. The Salvation Army of Benton Harbor is planning a celebration for its 100th anniversary next month. The South Haven City Council has voted to continue supporting Market One and the work it does to encourage economic development in the region for another year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Southwest Michigan's Morning News podcast is prepared and delivered by the WSJM Newsroom. For these stories and more, visit https://www.wsjm.com and follow us for updates on Facebook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: A Berrien Springs farm has been awarded a $175,000 grant by the Michigan Commission on Agriculture and Rural Development to help with an expansion project. The Salvation Army of Benton Harbor is planning a celebration for its 100th anniversary next month. The South Haven City Council has voted to continue supporting Market One and the work it does to encourage economic development in the region for another year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Southwest Michigan's Morning News podcast is prepared and delivered by the WSJM Newsroom. For these stories and more, visit https://www.wsjm.com and follow us for updates on Facebook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: A Berrien Springs farm has been awarded a $175,000 grant by the Michigan Commission on Agriculture and Rural Development to help with an expansion project. The Salvation Army of Benton Harbor is planning a celebration for its 100th anniversary next month. The South Haven City Council has voted to continue supporting Market One and the work it does to encourage economic development in the region for another year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Riverwood Center CEO Ric Compton is sounding the alarm about some upcoming changes to how the state manages behavioral health services. Plans to develop the former Overton property in South Haven into housing have hit another delay. A new invasive species has been found at the Wolf Lake State Fish Hatchery in Mattawan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Southwest Michigan's Morning News podcast is prepared and delivered by the WSJM Newsroom. For these stories and more, visit https://www.wsjm.com and follow us for updates on Facebook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Riverwood Center CEO Ric Compton is sounding the alarm about some upcoming changes to how the state manages behavioral health services. Plans to develop the former Overton property in South Haven into housing have hit another delay. A new invasive species has been found at the Wolf Lake State Fish Hatchery in Mattawan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Southwest Michigan's Morning News podcast is prepared and delivered by the WSJM Newsroom. For these stories and more, visit https://www.wsjm.com and follow us for updates on Facebook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Congressman Bill Huizenga has decided not to run for the U.S. Senate. Dr. Simone Griffin will officially start as the new superintendent of Benton Harbor Area Schools on Monday, July 28. Bond has been set at $2 million for a South Bend man charged in the shooting death of a woman in Niles Township this week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Congressman Bill Huizenga has decided not to run for the U.S. Senate. Dr. Simone Griffin will officially start as the new superintendent of Benton Harbor Area Schools on Monday, July 28. Bond has been set at $2 million for a South Bend man charged in the shooting death of a woman in Niles Township this week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As heard on The Morning Show with Ken & Friends, this is the weekly United We Thrive segment from United Way of Southwest Michigan. This podcast is your opportunity to learn more about the mission, vision, and programs of the local United Way organization and find out how you can get involved to make a difference! For more information: https://www.uwsm.org/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Southwest Michigan's Morning News podcast is prepared and delivered by the WSJM Newsroom. For these stories and more, visit https://www.wsjm.com and follow us for updates on Facebook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: The city of Benton Harbor has received a statewide award for its community master plan. The Berrien County Sheriff's Department says a woman who was found dead in Niles Township on Monday had been shot, and her boyfriend is now charged with open murder in the case. The Hartford Public Library will be celebrating its 100th anniversary this Saturday with a special event. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sarah joins Zack to chat about a Ribbon Cutting, a Grand Opening, and Management Accelerator applications now being accepted. See all the details at smrchamber.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: The city of Benton Harbor has received a statewide award for its community master plan. The Berrien County Sheriff's Department says a woman who was found dead in Niles Township on Monday had been shot, and her boyfriend is now charged with open murder in the case. The Hartford Public Library will be celebrating its 100th anniversary this Saturday with a special event. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Construction begins this week on the new Lakeshore Trail, a multi-use pathway along M-63 connecting Benton Harbor and St. Joseph to several parks and beaches along Lake Michigan. FEMA and Michigan State Police will hold a briefing on the safety plan for the Palisades nuclear power plant next month. The South Haven Regional Business Hub has announced the hiring of a new executive director. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Southwest Michigan's Morning News podcast is prepared and delivered by the WSJM Newsroom. For these stories and more, visit https://www.wsjm.com and follow us for updates on Facebook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Construction begins this week on the new Lakeshore Trail, a multi-use pathway along M-63 connecting Benton Harbor and St. Joseph to several parks and beaches along Lake Michigan. FEMA and Michigan State Police will hold a briefing on the safety plan for the Palisades nuclear power plant next month. The South Haven Regional Business Hub has announced the hiring of a new executive director. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniele from St. Joe Today talks about some of the great events that are happening this weekend in Southwest Michigan! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Southwest Michigan's Morning News podcast is prepared and delivered by the WSJM Newsroom. For these stories and more, visit https://www.wsjm.com and follow us for updates on Facebook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Governor Gretchen Whitmer has announced the first round of medical debt forgiveness through a collaboration with the non-profit, Undue Medical Debt. The next phase of housing construction is in the works at Harbor Shores as the development this week asked for a new brownfield plan on three parcels near Upton Drive, Whitwam Drive, and M-63 to help recoup some of the cost. As downtown Buchanan businesses continue to struggle with a drop in customers due to major construction work going on in the area, the Buchanan Area Senior Center has launched a new promotion to help. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: Governor Gretchen Whitmer has announced the first round of medical debt forgiveness through a collaboration with the non-profit, Undue Medical Debt. The next phase of housing construction is in the works at Harbor Shores as the development this week asked for a new brownfield plan on three parcels near Upton Drive, Whitwam Drive, and M-63 to help recoup some of the cost. As downtown Buchanan businesses continue to struggle with a drop in customers due to major construction work going on in the area, the Buchanan Area Senior Center has launched a new promotion to help. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As heard on The Morning Show with Ken & Friends, this is the weekly United We Thrive segment from United Way of Southwest Michigan. This podcast is your opportunity to learn more about the mission, vision, and programs of the local United Way organization and find out how you can get involved to make a difference! For more information: https://www.uwsm.org/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: The Michigan Department of Transportation has made a presentation to the Berrien County Board of Commissioners to explain its planned reconstruction of Main Street in downtown St. Joseph in 2027. St. Joseph City Commissioners have recommended that Berrien County make some changes to the Brownfield plan for properties near Harbor Shores so new housing developments planned on those parcels can proceed. The Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber has announced the hiring of a director for the new Central Berrien Chamber Growth Alliance, or CGA. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Southwest Michigan's Morning News podcast is prepared and delivered by the WSJM Newsroom. For these stories and more, visit https://www.wsjm.com and follow us for updates on Facebook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: The Michigan Department of Transportation has made a presentation to the Berrien County Board of Commissioners to explain its planned reconstruction of Main Street in downtown St. Joseph in 2027. St. Joseph City Commissioners have recommended that Berrien County make some changes to the Brownfield plan for properties near Harbor Shores so new housing developments planned on those parcels can proceed. The Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber has announced the hiring of a director for the new Central Berrien Chamber Growth Alliance, or CGA. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Southwest Michigan's Morning News podcast is prepared and delivered by the WSJM Newsroom. For these stories and more, visit https://www.wsjm.com and follow us for updates on Facebook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: The Berrien County Sheriff's Department Emergency Management Division and the Van Buren County Office of Domestic Preparedness are marking the successful test of the region's public alert system on Wednesday. Benton Township leaders say residents will be better served now that a brand new, fully automated trash collection truck has been delivered to the public works department. The Van Buren County Sheriff's Department is saluting some of its 911 dispatchers for their quick action to help others during severe weather back in May. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Southwest Michigan's Morning News podcast is prepared and delivered by the WSJM Newsroom. For these stories and more, visit https://www.wsjm.com and follow us for updates on Facebook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: City leaders in Benton Harbor say the fight for a terminated $20 million federal grant supporting clean energy and sustainability programs isn't over. Now up and running for the season is the city of Benton Harbor's Summer Youth Employment Program. Set for July 26 at Union Park in Benton Harbor is the Berrien County Health Department's third annual Dad’s Day in the Park, a chance for dads of all walks of life to bring their families, have some fun, and mingle with other dads.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's news: The Van Buren Youth Fair is now underway at the fairgrounds in Hartford. It's mid-July, a couple of weeks past the Michigan Legislature’s deadline to approve a budget, and it's still nowhere near that point. The Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber is highlighting a successful year of the Greater Bridgman Area Chamber and Growth Alliance, or CGA. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As heard on the WSJM Morning Show, learn about the latest economic development happenings in our community from Cornerstone Alliance. They are a leading economic development organization dedicated to fostering growth and prosperity in Michigan’s Great Southwest. For more information on Cornerstone Alliance, please visit https://www.GoMichigan.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Southwest Michigan's Morning News podcast is prepared and delivered by the WSJM Newsroom. For these stories and more, visit https://www.wsjm.com and follow us for updates on Facebook. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.