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Kicking off our CRUEL SUMMER triple feature, we're hijacking an RV on the Texas/Mexico border with actor/director/bozo Guilford Adams to meet the seductive and sinister Santanico Pandemonium and her Titty Twister patrons in FROM DUSK TILL DAWN, starring George Clooney, Juliette Lewis, Harvey Keitel, Quentin Tarantino, Salma Hayek, Ernest Liu, Tom Savini, Danny Trejo, Fred Williamson, and Cheech Marin.Follow Guilford on Instagram - https://instagram.com/losangelesclownFollow American Clown on Instagram - https://instagram.com/americanclownmovie Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTubeFor bonus content and commentaries, check out our PatreonFollow the show on Instagram, TikTok, and FacebookWant to support the show and save 20% on Fangoria? Visit Fangoria and enter PROMO CODE: HOWIMETYOURMONSTER at checkout!Looking for How I Met Your Monster merch? Check out TeePublic for shirts, stickers, mugs, and more!Questions and comments: howimetyourmonsterpodcast@gmail.com

On this episode of Texas Talks, host Brad Swail interviews Texas State Representative John Lujan of House District 118. A former firefighter and Bexar County sheriff's deputy, Lujan shares his personal journey into public service, his passion for education and faith-based community work, and the real-world impact of Texas border policy. Rep. Lujan offers insights on the need for practical, bipartisan solutions at the Texas-Mexico border, his role on the Homeland Security & Public Safety Committee, and why strong families and local engagement matter more than ever. Whether you're interested in border policy, Latino leadership, or public safety reform, this conversation brings a grounded, heartfelt perspective from deep in the heart of Texas.

(Partial Transcript) Episode 64 -Texas isn't Texas, Mexico isn't Mexico and Europeans go exploring and bump into a continent and are surprised to find people already there. When Europeans first encountered Texas, the world was a very different place. Well, maybe not too different because countries were fighting over land, gold, religion, natural resources, and political power much like we do today.  However, it was still different; there were no cars, planes, trains, buses, electricity, fast food joints, and certainly no TV, Radio, and Internet. Moreover, without modern technology, it took a whole lot more courage to go exploring than it does today. In the late 1400s, around 1488 Portugal became the first country whose sailors were brave enough to sail out into the Atlantic Ocean. Actually they weren't, the Vikings were. Vikings sailed the  Northern Atlantic around 1100 AD; but for the sake of this story, we'll give the Portuguese some credit. The Portuguese exploration was primarily along the coast of Africa.  Portuguese explorer Bartolomeu Dias was the first to sail around the Cape of Good Hope, which is the southern tip of Africa and made it to Asia.  OK, remember that most of the history you learned in school was originally written by Europeans and then turned into something that Americans could relate to so it is all very Americanized. It turns out that the Chinese admiral Zheng He, sailed all around Africa and Asia around 1404. Still though Dias' trip was important because otherwise, to travel to Asia for trading purposes to pick up all the goods that society wanted required a lengthy overland trip.   His success lead mariners from other nations to wonder if there might be a shorter way to Asia that did not encroach on Portuguese routes.  Even though people wondered about a shorter route, there were few nations with the capability to send ships out into the Atlantic to find an answer.  Things changed when Isabella of Castille and her husband Ferdinand II of Aragon succeeded in driving out the Muslims who had ruled Southern Spain for over 300 years and united the country under a Catholic flag.  The conquest was complete by 1492 and it was at that time, Christopher Columbus convinced the monarchs that by finding a Western route to India, Spain would have increased military, economic, and just as important, religious power.  As many remember from American history classes in grade school children are taught that Christopher Columbus “discovered” America. In truth, while he was one of the first Europeans (right now I won't talk about the Vikings who landed on the Coast of Canada 300 years earlier) to reach what, in his time, was the “New World”.  The islands he encountered are the Bahamas, Cuba, and Hispaniola in 1492 and in 1493; he landed in our current Puerto Rico.  All islands inhabited by people as they had been for thousands of years.  Columbus claimed all the land he encountered for Spain, and three years later in 1496, the Spanish put their first settlement in Santo Domingo in what is now the Dominican Republic.  From those early arrival points and settlements, the Spanish began to explore the region, usually going up and down the coast and mapping the shorelines, still looking for a short cut to India.  By 1501, Spanish sailors had explored all the way, up to what is now Newfoundland and Labrador in present day Canada.  To reach North America from the islands, it was inevitable that the ships would bump into Florida, and they did. However, they thought that Florida was just another island.  In 1519, the governor of Jamaica, Francisco de Garay, sent out an expedition to explore what was considered an unknown country between the Río Pánuco of Mexico (which empties near current day Tampico, Mexico) and the "island" of Florida.  Lt. Alonso Álvarez de Pineda set out with four ships and 270 men to explore, and he sailed into the current Gulf of Mexico. Upon reaching the west coast of Florida and sailing nort...

There's a lot going on in Texas this week: Cock fighting in Hunt County, senate bills in Austin, and and a dude with Meth nestled between his butt cheeks at the border. But in Australia... there was a weiner in the bush.LINKS:21 arrested at active cockfight in Hunt Co., 65 live roosters seized | FOX 4 Dallas-Fort WorthTexas Senate passes bill to ban soda, chips, and candy for food stamps | FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth'Cheeky smuggler' attempts to cross Texas-Mexico border with meth, officials say | FOX 4 Dallas-Fort WorthHow Valerie the Weiner Dog Survived 18 Months in the Australian Bush to Make it HomeThe Treehouse is a daily DFW based comedy podcast and radio show. Leave your worries outside and join Dan O'Malley, Trey Trenholm, Raj Sharma, and their guests for laughs about current events, stupid news, and the comedy that is their lives. If it's stupid, it's in here.The Treehouse WebsiteDefender OutdoorsCLICK HERE TO DONATE:The RMS Treehouse Listeners Foundation

Today we remember the greatness that was Val Kilmer. From Top Secret to Top Gun, we celebrate the real genius that gave us Iceman, Batman, Jim Morrison, and both Wyatt Earp and Doc Holliday. You're all our Huckleberry.LINKS:Val Kilmer, 'Top Gun' and 'Batman Forever' star, dies at 65Want To Become A Millionaire? Make Your Bed. | by Derick David | MediumRepeat bologna smuggler caught with 242 pounds at Texas-Mexico border | FOX 4 Dallas-Fort WorthIMDb Supercuts - Remembering Val Kilmer (1959-2025) | IMDbThe Treehouse is a daily DFW based comedy podcast and radio show. Leave your worries outside and join Dan O'Malley, Trey Trenholm, Raj Sharma, and their guests for laughs about current events, stupid news, and the comedy that is their lives. If it's stupid, it's in here.The Treehouse WebsiteCook DFW Roofing & Restoration | Dallas, Fort Worth TX | Roofing Company CLICK HERE TO DONATE:The RMS Treehouse Listeners Foundation

LAREDO, Texas - Legendary workforce development leader Blas Castañeda has been mentoring high school students for 49 years. The retired president of CTA Global Solutions will join with Area Health Education Center to hold his Annual Scholarship Awards Ceremony on March 27.This event recognizes the exceptional academic accomplishments of students participating in CTA's mentorship career development program.The ceremony takes place at Falcon Event Center, 7718 McPherson Road in Laredo, starting at 6:00 p.m. on March 27.“The mentorship career development program pairs experienced community leaders with high school seniors to provide career preparation, foster personal growth, and develop essential skills for university success. Through guidance, support, and networking opportunities, the program aims to assist students in successfully navigating the university admission and enrollment process,” said Blas Castañeda told the Rio Grande Guardian International News Service.“CTA Global Solutions and AHEC are committed to empowering the next generation of leaders by providing scholarships to deserving students who have demonstrated academic excellence and a dedication to their future careers,” Castañeda said.Castañeda became a well-known figure along the Texas-Mexico border when he chaired the Texas Border Coalition's education and workforce development committee. His career included more than three decades in the higher education realm as chief external affairs/economic development officer at Laredo Community College. Gov. Rick Perry appointed him to the Texas Workforce Investment Council. Gov. Ann Richards appointed him to the Texas Council on Workforce and Economic Competitiveness. He holds a Master's and Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration with a concentration in International Trade. His resume includes an eight-year tenure as Laredo city councilmember and he was an active member of the Eagle Ford Consortium Tri-Chair Workforce of South Texas.The Guardian secured an in-depth phone interview with Castañeda. The Guardian asked him why he started a mentoring program.“In the neighborhood where I grew up, barely anyone going to college. The whole reason for that was mom and dad didn't have the money to pay for the college. So that was one of the reasons. The other reason was, when I was growing up, everybody had to go work. We used to go up north and work every year for, oh, maybe close to 20 years, working in the fields picking tomatoes and corn and lettuce and cherries and even pick up cotton. So we there was a major inopportunity to go to school,” Castañeda said.Castañeda added: “Over the years I have helped tons of students get to university. Today, they're engineers, they're nurses, they're bankers, they've got their own business, all over the place. A lot of them are here in Laredo, but a lot of them went out, and they're in different parts of the country. So, I'm very happy that my 49 years of community service really paid off for a lot of people.”Here is an audio recording of the Guardian's in-depth interview with Castañeda:Go to www.riograndeguardian.com to read the latest border news stories and watch the latest news videos.

Presented by Adrian N. Billings, MD, PhD; Texas Tech UniversitySTFM Conference on Medical Student Education 2025 Scott Fields Lecture | Sunday, February 2 2025In the evolving landscape of American health care, the call to practice and serve in rural communities offers a profound and transformative opportunity for clinicians. This presentation delves into the powerful concept of accompaniment—an approach where physicians not only deliver care but also actively engage with and support their patients and communities. For medical students aspiring to a career marked by meaningful impact, the rural setting offers a unique and inspiring canvas. Rural areas often face significant health care disparities, including limited access to medical resources and specialized care. This context demands a new kind of medical professional — one who is not only skilled in clinical practice but also deeply committed to community engagement and advocacy. The role of accompaniment involves more than just treating illness; it requires a holistic approach to patient care, emphasizing empathy, education, and empowerment.Through accompaniment, physicians forge strong relationships with patients, understanding their unique challenges and needs. This model of care fosters trust and collaboration, leading to more effective and personalized treatment strategies. Additionally, it empowers healthcare professionals to become advocates for systemic changes that address the root causes of health inequities. Embracing a career in rural medicine through the lens of accompaniment offers a pathway to profound professional fulfillment and societal impact. Accompaniment aligns medical practice with the broader goals of social justice and health equity. For aspiring physicians, this approach not only enhances our clinical skills but also instills a deep sense of purpose and connection to the communities we serve. A call to service through accompaniment emerges as a beacon of hope and inspiration, guiding future medical leaders toward a more compassionate and equitable future.Learning ObjectivesUpon completion of this session, participants should be able to:Describe causes and consequences of rural health disparities.Justify the practice of medicine outside the walls of a health care facility to combat social determinants of health.Value the concept of accompaniment as it relates to a career of service in medicine.Copyright © Society of Teachers of Family Medicine, 2025Adrian N. Billings, MD: Dr Adrian Billings, of Alpine, Texas, is a National Health Service Corps Scholar alumnus, the chief medical officer of Preventative Care Health Services FQHC in the rural Big Bend of Texas, professor in the Department of Family and Community Medicine, associate academic dean of Rural and Community Engagement, and senior fellow of the F. Marie Hall Institute for Rural and Community Health at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. Additionally, he serves as senior fellow of Health Equity with the Atlantic Institute. Dr Billings has been a career-long community physician along the rural Texas-Mexico border of west Texas. He is an elected school board trustee for rural Alpine Independent School District, serves as an officer in the Texas Academy of Family Physicians, and works on the Board of the Association of Clinicians for the Underserved. Dr Billings is passionate about rural health care workforce development and enabling rural borne and educated students opportunities to enroll in health care training programs.Link: https://www.stfm.org/stfmpodcastMSE25Closing

In the first half, Ken Druck, an authority on courageous living, spoke candidly about his journey of resilience and healing after a tragic loss. When his daughter Jenna died as a result of a bus accident while studying abroad, "My world was decimated," he said. "But I realized I had to find the courage to go on and live out the rest of my life without making despair the central organizing principle of my life." He emphasized the universal struggle of navigating grief and chaos in a world rife with challenges, stating, "We're all living in a what now moment... questioning the very basis of what's happening in our world and in our lives." Druck found a way to transform personal pain into purpose, noting that even though he walks "with a limp in his heart," he has found the courage to move forward, not just going through the motions, but to create a good life."The greatest part of my wholeness as a human being is my capacity to turn the brokenness into compassion, into action, to help people who are suffering," he continued. Druck shared his practice of asking himself four questions every day when he goes out for a walk-- a kind of emotional inventory: what weighs heavily on his heart, what brings him joy, what promises he can make to himself, and what he can let go of to foster well-being. He pointed out the need to shift from self-criticism to self-compassion, saying, "We often have our foot on our throat" with impatience, pressure, and negative judgments. "We need to move our hand down to our heart," he said, "because if our hand is on our heart, there's patience, there's support, there's encouragement, there's faith, there's all the resources that we need to begin to summon the courage and the strength that we need to go on."------------In the latter half, Ruben Uriarte, a seasoned investigator in UFO phenomena and a director with MUFON, shared his insights into UFO sightings and crashes, as well as alien bodies. He detailed significant incidents along the Texas-Mexico border, particularly the 1974 Chihuahua retrieval case when a military plane was said to crash into a UFO. The incident was monitored by satellites, "and the Mexican army retrieved both the craft and the plane," he reported, hinting at government secrecy surrounding the case. Uriarte revealed that a historical study found that between 1947 and 1978, there were 43 documented UFO crashes globally, resulting in the recovery of 131 alien bodies. Focusing on the Southwest US, he cited that in Arizona, there were six crashes with ten bodies retrieved, and New Mexico had twelve crashes with 46 bodies.He recounted a particularly striking incident from Mexico City, where a police chase of a low-flying disc led to a security guard witnessing a reptilian creature. "She described it as having skin that looks like a dinosaur," Uriarte stated, noting its profound impact on her, causing her to quit her job. Some of the aliens associated with UFOs had highly exotic forms, as in a chilling encounter experienced by a man stranded in a ravine in a mountainous area in Mexico. He saw a large disc start to descend, and then beings that looked like salamanders, with "bodies that were so thin, or even translucent that he was able to see the organs within the creatures." Uriarte also touched on a recent uptick in UFO sightings in Mexican resort towns such as Cancun and Puerto Vallarta.

In the first half, Ken Druck, an authority on courageous living, spoke candidly about his journey of resilience and healing after a tragic loss. When his daughter Jenna died as a result of a bus accident while studying abroad, "My world was decimated," he said. "But I realized I had to find the courage to go on and live out the rest of my life without making despair the central organizing principle of my life." He emphasized the universal struggle of navigating grief and chaos in a world rife with challenges, stating, "We're all living in a what now moment... questioning the very basis of what's happening in our world and in our lives." Druck found a way to transform personal pain into purpose, noting that even though he walks "with a limp in his heart," he has found the courage to move forward, not just going through the motions, but to create a good life."The greatest part of my wholeness as a human being is my capacity to turn the brokenness into compassion, into action, to help people who are suffering," he continued. Druck shared his practice of asking himself four questions every day when he goes out for a walk-- a kind of emotional inventory: what weighs heavily on his heart, what brings him joy, what promises he can make to himself, and what he can let go of to foster well-being. He pointed out the need to shift from self-criticism to self-compassion, saying, "We often have our foot on our throat" with impatience, pressure, and negative judgments. "We need to move our hand down to our heart," he said, "because if our hand is on our heart, there's patience, there's support, there's encouragement, there's faith, there's all the resources that we need to begin to summon the courage and the strength that we need to go on."------------In the latter half, Ruben Uriarte, a seasoned investigator in UFO phenomena and a director with MUFON, shared his insights into UFO sightings and crashes, as well as alien bodies. He detailed significant incidents along the Texas-Mexico border, particularly the 1974 Chihuahua retrieval case when a military plane was said to crash into a UFO. The incident was monitored by satellites, "and the Mexican army retrieved both the craft and the plane," he reported, hinting at government secrecy surrounding the case. Uriarte revealed that a historical study found that between 1947 and 1978, there were 43 documented UFO crashes globally, resulting in the recovery of 131 alien bodies. Focusing on the Southwest US, he cited that in Arizona, there were six crashes with ten bodies retrieved, and New Mexico had twelve crashes with 46 bodies.He recounted a particularly striking incident from Mexico City, where a police chase of a low-flying disc led to a security guard witnessing a reptilian creature. "She described it as having skin that looks like a dinosaur," Uriarte stated, noting its profound impact on her, causing her to quit her job. Some of the aliens associated with UFOs had highly exotic forms, as in a chilling encounter experienced by a man stranded in a ravine in a mountainous area in Mexico. He saw a large disc start to descend, and then beings that looked like salamanders, with "bodies that were so thin, or even translucent that he was able to see the organs within the creatures." Uriarte also touched on a recent uptick in UFO sightings in Mexican resort towns such as Cancun and Puerto Vallarta.

In the first half, Ken Druck, an authority on courageous living, spoke candidly about his journey of resilience and healing after a tragic loss. When his daughter Jenna died as a result of a bus accident while studying abroad, "My world was decimated," he said. "But I realized I had to find the courage to go on and live out the rest of my life without making despair the central organizing principle of my life." He emphasized the universal struggle of navigating grief and chaos in a world rife with challenges, stating, "We're all living in a what now moment... questioning the very basis of what's happening in our world and in our lives." Druck found a way to transform personal pain into purpose, noting that even though he walks "with a limp in his heart," he has found the courage to move forward, not just going through the motions, but to create a good life."The greatest part of my wholeness as a human being is my capacity to turn the brokenness into compassion, into action, to help people who are suffering," he continued. Druck shared his practice of asking himself four questions every day when he goes out for a walk-- a kind of emotional inventory: what weighs heavily on his heart, what brings him joy, what promises he can make to himself, and what he can let go of to foster well-being. He pointed out the need to shift from self-criticism to self-compassion, saying, "We often have our foot on our throat" with impatience, pressure, and negative judgments. "We need to move our hand down to our heart," he said, "because if our hand is on our heart, there's patience, there's support, there's encouragement, there's faith, there's all the resources that we need to begin to summon the courage and the strength that we need to go on."------------In the latter half, Ruben Uriarte, a seasoned investigator in UFO phenomena and a director with MUFON, shared his insights into UFO sightings and crashes, as well as alien bodies. He detailed significant incidents along the Texas-Mexico border, particularly the 1974 Chihuahua retrieval case when a military plane was said to crash into a UFO. The incident was monitored by satellites, "and the Mexican army retrieved both the craft and the plane," he reported, hinting at government secrecy surrounding the case. Uriarte revealed that a historical study found that between 1947 and 1978, there were 43 documented UFO crashes globally, resulting in the recovery of 131 alien bodies. Focusing on the Southwest US, he cited that in Arizona, there were six crashes with ten bodies retrieved, and New Mexico had twelve crashes with 46 bodies.He recounted a particularly striking incident from Mexico City, where a police chase of a low-flying disc led to a security guard witnessing a reptilian creature. "She described it as having skin that looks like a dinosaur," Uriarte stated, noting its profound impact on her, causing her to quit her job. Some of the aliens associated with UFOs had highly exotic forms, as in a chilling encounter experienced by a man stranded in a ravine in a mountainous area in Mexico. He saw a large disc start to descend, and then beings that looked like salamanders, with "bodies that were so thin, or even translucent that he was able to see the organs within the creatures." Uriarte also touched on a recent uptick in UFO sightings in Mexican resort towns such as Cancun and Puerto Vallarta.

In the first half, Ken Druck, an authority on courageous living, spoke candidly about his journey of resilience and healing after a tragic loss. When his daughter Jenna died as a result of a bus accident while studying abroad, "My world was decimated," he said. "But I realized I had to find the courage to go on and live out the rest of my life without making despair the central organizing principle of my life." He emphasized the universal struggle of navigating grief and chaos in a world rife with challenges, stating, "We're all living in a what now moment... questioning the very basis of what's happening in our world and in our lives." Druck found a way to transform personal pain into purpose, noting that even though he walks "with a limp in his heart," he has found the courage to move forward, not just going through the motions, but to create a good life."The greatest part of my wholeness as a human being is my capacity to turn the brokenness into compassion, into action, to help people who are suffering," he continued. Druck shared his practice of asking himself four questions every day when he goes out for a walk-- a kind of emotional inventory: what weighs heavily on his heart, what brings him joy, what promises he can make to himself, and what he can let go of to foster well-being. He pointed out the need to shift from self-criticism to self-compassion, saying, "We often have our foot on our throat" with impatience, pressure, and negative judgments. "We need to move our hand down to our heart," he said, "because if our hand is on our heart, there's patience, there's support, there's encouragement, there's faith, there's all the resources that we need to begin to summon the courage and the strength that we need to go on."------------In the latter half, Ruben Uriarte, a seasoned investigator in UFO phenomena and a director with MUFON, shared his insights into UFO sightings and crashes, as well as alien bodies. He detailed significant incidents along the Texas-Mexico border, particularly the 1974 Chihuahua retrieval case when a military plane was said to crash into a UFO. The incident was monitored by satellites, "and the Mexican army retrieved both the craft and the plane," he reported, hinting at government secrecy surrounding the case. Uriarte revealed that a historical study found that between 1947 and 1978, there were 43 documented UFO crashes globally, resulting in the recovery of 131 alien bodies. Focusing on the Southwest US, he cited that in Arizona, there were six crashes with ten bodies retrieved, and New Mexico had twelve crashes with 46 bodies.He recounted a particularly striking incident from Mexico City, where a police chase of a low-flying disc led to a security guard witnessing a reptilian creature. "She described it as having skin that looks like a dinosaur," Uriarte stated, noting its profound impact on her, causing her to quit her job. Some of the aliens associated with UFOs had highly exotic forms, as in a chilling encounter experienced by a man stranded in a ravine in a mountainous area in Mexico. He saw a large disc start to descend, and then beings that looked like salamanders, with "bodies that were so thin, or even translucent that he was able to see the organs within the creatures." Uriarte also touched on a recent uptick in UFO sightings in Mexican resort towns such as Cancun and Puerto Vallarta.

Also, the "Grinch Crime Spree" in Plano has been solved with the suspect in jail, and VP Vance will visit the Texas-Mexico border to highlight the Trump administration's immigration crackdown.

Book two in the Jaguar Oracles series is out and wow!  Things are getting intense in Texas! Listen in to see what adventures away in this next exciting installment  note: links may be affiliate links that provide me with a small commission at no extra expense to you.   I seriously love the premise of this series.  How often do we forget "our name" (our identity) in Christ and need a wakeup call!  And is it just me or did we start this environmental mess in Eden? I mean, we didn't have to fight nature until then, right?  Animals had to pay the price for Adam's and Eve's disobedience too.   Wow.     The Way Back to Eden by Kurt Mahler A Mystical Journey to Restore the Natural Order as Hope Guides the Way In the lush wilderness of the Rio Grande Valley, a centuries-old prophecy is about to be fulfilled. The jaguars, once the revered rulers of the animal kingdom, have vanished-until a brave jaguar named Oracle begins a journey to summon the scattered tribes and restore their rightful place. A captivating quest and an unforgettable journey home. His quest intersects with young Paco and his extraordinary animal companions-a wise horse named Plod, a storytelling toad called Bog, and a clever raccoon named Patch-as they navigate the mystical landscapes of the Texas-Mexico borderlands and Brazos River bottomlands, a quest that weaves through ancient forests, mysterious towers, and sacred sanctuaries. Guided by ancient wisdom and the enduring loyalty of his animal friends, Oracle's epic journey leads him through a world on the brink of upheaval and filled with human drama as he discovers clues to the missing jaguarundi tribe and seeks to unite the warring animal factions. The fate of the Valley rests on Oracle recovering lost memories and rediscovering the original harmony between man and beast. From vast Texan ranches to ancient palm forests and from well-ordered zoos to untamed wilderness, The Way Back to Eden weaves together a rich tapestry of cultures, legends, and the immutable power of the natural world. Blending elements of magical realism, environmental advocacy, and pulse-pounding adventure, this sweeping tale transports readers into a vibrant, unforgettable world where Oracle's quest is to preserve the ancient balance and the interconnectedness of all living things. The Way Back to Eden, a deeply satisfying and thought-provoking fantasy epic, is the second installment in the six-volume Jaguar Oracle series. Discover the magic that awaits where ancient wildlife sanctuaries hold secrets, where ghosts and tree house hermits guide lost souls home, and where the path back to Eden might just be hidden in plain sight. Follow the trail. Find the tree. Change the world. Learn more about Kurt on his WEBSITE and follow him on GoodReads. Like to listen on the go? You can find Because Fiction Podcast at: Apple  Castbox  Google Play Libsyn  RSS Spotify Amazon and more!

Plus, a man convicted of killing an Arlington pastor in 2011 was put to death Wednesday night, and Gov. Greg Abbott and President Donald Trump met at the White House on Wednesday to discuss the Texas-Mexico border.

The Trump administration's tariffs on China have taken effect, while tariffs on Canada and Mexico are on hold for now – but the threat looms, along with uncertainly. We’ll break down what it means for the state.Pete Hegseth, the new secretary of defense, visits the Texas/Mexico border. What he says about sending more troops.When is a school district […] The post Why does Keller ISD want to split in half? appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

In 2021 Texas governor Greg Abbott created Operation Lone Star, a state-funded system for immigration enforcement and detention. At a cost of more than $11 billion, the system has deployed thousands of National Guard soldiers and state police to the Texas-Mexico border. These deployments have become the backdrop for the MAGA movement's “invasion” messaging, and they helped Trump regain the White House. Now Trump is saying he will make Operation Lone Star a model for his national immigration policy. Texas-based civil rights advocate Bob Libal, an U.S. consultant for the international nonprofit Human Rights Watch, has been monitoring Operation Lone Star since it began. In this podcast, Libal explains in depth what Operation Lone Star is and its many impacts on Texas and its border communities. “Every aspect of this program is utilized for maximum publicity and to gin up anti-immigrant sentiment that is increasingly radical,” Libal says. He also talks about the incredible resiliency of border communities and how they have fought back against the threats to their civil and human rights. “I think the rest of the country can learn from Texas border communities,” Libal says. Listen to more podcasts at theborderchronicle.com

Ladies and gentlemen, James Clapper is locked out of the building. President Trump strips security clearances and bans from federal buildings intel officials who lied about Hunter's laptop being Russian disinformation. CBS agrees to comply with the FCC and will release the full transcript of Kamala's dreadful and edited 60 Minutes interview. Kristi Noem and Pete Hegseth meet at the Texas/Mexico border where Trump's crackdown has triggered a 93% decrease in illegal crossings.

AUSTIN, Texas - The Texas Association of Business is launching a new coalition, Texas Leads Trade, to ensure Texas businesses have a strong voice in the upcoming US-Mexico-Canada Agreement renegotiations.The Rio Grande Guardian International News Service broke the story through an exclusive telephone interview with TAB President Glenn Hamer.“We're trading more than ever with Mexico and Canada. The Texas economy is at the strongest point it has ever been and is gaining strength is that we're far and away the country's top export leader,” Hamer said.Hamer pointed out that with over $800 billion in annual trade, the Texas-Mexico border is a lifeline of the Texas economy. As discussions around USMCA heat up, Hamer said TAB will bring together business leaders, policymakers, and trade experts to protect and expand North American commerce.Hamer provided the Guardian with some of the latest key trade statistics:Texas exports totaled over $444.6 billion in 2023, accounting for nearly 22% of all U.S. exports.In 2021, exports from Texas and American owned companies supported an estimated 1 million jobs.In 2023, Texas trade totaled $272 billion with Mexico and $71 billion with Canada, our top two trading partners.The Texas-Mexico border is the busiest trade gateway in North America, handling 68% of all trade between the United States and Mexico. This critical corridor facilitates $24 million in trade every hour.Texas ports of entry facilitated nearly $799 billion of US trade with Mexico in 2023.Here is an audio recording of the Guardian's interview with Hamer.Go to www.riograndeguardian.com to read the latest border news stories and watch the latest news videos.

Send us a textAyden Castellanos, is queer a Chicano activist and podcaster. In this episode, he emphasizes the importance of the deconstructing HIV/AIDS stigma and educating the public about prevention and treatment, including the use of PrEP. In addition, he highlights the vibrant queer community in the Valley, the challenges of machismo, and the significance of representation in media and local businesses.*This interview is from 2018. Since then, Ayden created Susto, a spooky podcast focused on Latine folklore. Here is more information about the podcast: Ayden Castellanos is the creator and host of the podcast, Susto. Spanish for fright, Susto is a cultural illness in which some believe the soul separates itself from the body after experiencing trauma. Castellanos titled his podcast Susto because it is centered on paranormal folklore from Latin American and Hispanic cultures. Susto has been independently produced since 2019, featuring classic legends like La Llorona, La Lechuza, and The Girl Who Danced with The Devil. Castellanos emphasizes that Susto is his contribution to the long-standing tradition of oral storytelling. Each episode is narrative-driven followed up by analysis of the legend. Castellanos attributes his affinity for all things spooky and storytelling to his upbringing in the Rio Grande Valley, on the Texas-Mexico border, a place where the paranormal and folklore were part of family gatherings and in his classrooms.Susto is available on every podcast platform and you can follow @SustoPodcast on every social media site or by visiting www.SustoPodcast.com.

Jaime Gonzalez, Bilingual Director at Eagle Pass ISD, joins Highest Aspirations to share how his district fosters success for emergent bilingual students and educators. Located on the Texas-Mexico border, Eagle Pass ISD leverages its unique bicultural and bilingual community to empower students and teachers alike. Jaime discusses grassroots initiatives like the district's bilingual certification academy, leadership development programs, and empathy-driven training strategies that help educators connect with and support their students. In this episode, Jaime explores the importance of breaking down language barriers, building strong community ties, and focusing on progress over perfection. Through practical strategies and powerful insights, this conversation highlights how collaboration and connection can transform outcomes for multilingual learners and their educators. Key questions we address: What steps can school districts take to build a strong bilingual teacher pipeline and support staff in meeting state requirements to teach multilingual learners? What role does community and cultural connection play in fostering academic and personal growth for bilingual learners? How can empathy and relationship-building enhance professional development and leadership in education? For additional episode and community resources: Download the transcript here. Visit Eagle Pass ISD's website. Check out If You Don't Feed the Teachers They Eat the Students!: Guide to Success for Administrators and Teachers mentioned in the podcast. For additional free resources geared toward supporting English learners, ⁠visit our blog. To expand your connection within the Ellevation community by join our ⁠Ellevation Educator Facebook Group. Jaime Gonzalez, a native of Zaragoza, Coahuila, Mexico, moved to Eagle Pass in ninth grade and graduated from Eagle Pass High School. With a degree in Applied Mathematics, Jaime has dedicated 16 years to education with Eagle Pass ISD. He began his career as a high school math teacher, teaching Geometry across ESL, Pre-AP, and regular sections for seven years. Jaime then transitioned into leadership, serving as an Elementary Instructional Officer, High School Dean of Instruction, and currently as Bilingual Director—a role he has held for six years. In his position, Jaime is committed to transforming language barriers into opportunities, empowering students with the tools and support they need to thrive. His work reflects his passion for fostering understanding and building pathways for success within his community.

Plus, Gov. Greg Abbott (R) is expected discuss the Texas-Mexico border at a news conference this afternoon, and two were killed in a house fire in DeSoto on Tuesday afternoon.

What's up our current eventers and happy holidays! This is the third weekly world wrap up with Trisha and Aarushi covering Dec. 8 to Dec. 13. In this episode, juniors Trisha and Aarushi discuss Syria, Geneva, the Nobel Peace Prize Forum in Oslo, Trump's future office plans and cabinet picks, the Notre-Dame Cathedral, Texas winterstorms, the Texas Longhorns, the Texas-Mexico border, aerial drones in New Jersey, and finally, American airlines. Music credits: ⁠ Morning Routine by Ghostrifter Official | ⁠https://soundcloud.com/ghostrifter-official⁠ ⁠ Sweet by LiQWYD | ⁠https://soundcloud.com/liqwyd/

In this episode of Peacemakers, Yonathan Moya sits down with Megan and Roland Gonzalez, directors of Border Missions in Hidalgo, Texas. Megan's great-grandparents founded Border Missions in 1956 to share the gospel and meet the physical needs of those on the Texas-Mexico border. Megan and Roland share stories of their family's inspiring legacy, the evolution of the mission, and how partnerships continue to fuel their ministry work today. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation about faith, resilience, and the transformative provision of God. Click here to learn more about Border Missions!

Human head washes ashore in Florida. Teen in California pleads guilty to making hundreds of “swatting” calls. Hot tea spills onto male passenger's lap during Frontier flight, leading to disfigurement in an unfortunate area. A couple in Texas sue a bar after their cocktail explodes. Southwest flight struck by gunfire over Dallas. Burglary victim arrested after police find cocaine during their response to the scene. 31 million dollars in meth found inside shipment of peppers. Follow This Day in Crime on Social: X: @tenderfootTV, @thisdayincrime IG: @tenderfoot.tv, @thisdayincrime Episode Sources: ‘Quite disturbing:' Human head washes ashore on Florida beach News 6 California teen pleads guilty in Florida to making hundreds of 'swatting' calls across the US WESH ‘Scalding' hot tea spill leaves Frontier Airlines passenger with disfigured penis: lawsuit NY Post Texas couple sues bar after a fiery cocktail explodes WESH Southwest Airlines Flight Struck by Bullet Before Takeoff at Dallas Airport People Florida burglary victim arrested after police find drugs during 911 response: 'Should have hidden his cocaine' Fox News More than $31M of meth concealed in shipment of peppers seized at Texas-Mexico border Fox 35 Orlando To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us a textWhat if the political landscape as you know it just got turned on its head? The Darrell McClain Show brings you an explosive analysis of key shifts under President Trump's administration, featuring bold political appointments and the unexpected nomination of figures like Matt Gaetz and Tulsi Gabbard. Unpack the repercussions of John Thune taking the reins from Mitch McConnell in the U.S. Senate and what it means for confirming Trump's new picks. We untangle the web of support and skepticism surrounding these changes, while spotlighting the Republican Jubilee in the House, where Trump, Elon Musk, and Mike Johnson take center stage.Next, we tackle the hot-button issue of border security with a focus on Governor Kristi Noem's appointment to the Department of Homeland Security. Her aggressive immigration policies, including deploying the National Guard to the Texas-Mexico border, are under the microscope. Meanwhile, the creation of the Department of Government Efficiency, helmed by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, alongside Gaetz's contentious nomination as Attorney General, injects a fresh dose of political drama. We lay out the ripple effects these moves have sparked among both Republicans and Democrats as Trump's team takes shape.Finally, we navigate the shifting sands of millennials' political ideologies and the strategies of the Republican Party. Explore why millennials are gravitating leftward and how historical events like the subprime mortgage crisis have shaped their perspectives. We dissect the GOP's maneuvers to push tax breaks for the wealthy and privatization of services, while urging unity over division. As economic policies continue to be the linchpin of political discourse, we emphasize the disconnect between policymakers and the everyday economic realities of Americans. Join us as we pull back the curtain on these pivotal developments and their implications for our nation's future. Support the show

Today is Veterans Day. Our veterans can feel good that they have defended the Land of the Free and Home of the Brave. We almost lost it… Donald Trump did great in counties on the Texas Mexico borders. He flipped them from Democrat to Republican… Thanks for listening to the Daily Dennis Prager Podcast. To hear the entire three hours of my radio show as a podcast, commercial-free every single day, become a member of Pragertopia. You'll also get access to 15 years' worth of archives, as well as daily show prep. Subscribe today at Pragertopia dot com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, we're joined by Ayden Castellanos, host of Susto, a podcast of ooky-spooky scary stories centered around the folklore of Latinx and Hispanic cultures. Ayden was born and raised on the Texas-Mexico border and grew up hearing cautionary tales and connecting with people through ghost stories. In this episode, we discuss duendes, the girl who danced with the devil, and some lesser known legends. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/locatora_productionsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What to do with the waste generated by nuclear power plants? The Supreme Court will review a plan to store it in West Texas.The latest financial reports are in for campaign fundraising throughout the state, and Republicans are focusing heavily on South Texas.Meta is doubling down on efforts to appeal to Gen-Z and recently reached […] The post Officials renew push for Texas-Mexico rail project appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

Send us a textChildhood friends reunite as Tim Yager joins us to share his incredible journey with Ducks Unlimited and their groundbreaking conservation efforts. Discover how Tim's passion for preserving ecosystems has led to conserving over one million acres in just a year and a significant $100 million donation to protect our wetlands. This episode reveals the profound impact of conservation on not only ducks but entire ecosystems, painted by Tim's experiences in fundraising and driving lasting environmental change.Prepare for a thrilling journey through the trials and triumphs of hunting, from deer escapes that rival Disney movies to the adrenaline rush of helicopter hog control. Navigate the minefield of mismanaged hunting trips and the unexpected challenges of living near the Texas-Mexico border. As we recount personal adventures and wildlife encounters, feel the frustration of changing migration patterns that impact hunting seasons, and explore the sheer unpredictability and intelligence of wildlife in the face of climate change and natural events like Hurricane Harvey.Step into the culinary world of wild game, where hunting meets creativity in the kitchen. Experience the camaraderie of snow goose hunting, fill your freezer with a diverse range of game meats, and discover the art of transforming crane breast into a gourmet delight. Our episode brings the joy of shared hunting experiences to life, emphasizing the social bonds formed in the great outdoors and the satisfying flavors of a life filled with game meat. Whether you're a seasoned hunter or curious about the lifestyle, this episode offers a rich tapestry of stories and insights.Support the showHope you guy's enjoy! Hit the follow button, rate and give the show a comment!Ghillie Puck- https://www.ghilliepuck.com?sca_ref=6783182.IGksJNCNyo GP10 FOR 10% OFFGET YOUR HECS HUNTING GEAR :https://hecshunting.com/shop/?avad=385273_a39955e99&nb_platform=avantlink&nb_pid=323181&nb_wid=385273&nb_tt=cl&nb_aid=NAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bdhunting/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZtxCA-1Txv7nnuGKXcmXrA

For more than a decade, the topic of immigration has remained at the center of national debate in the U.S. and has become an unfortunate source of rancor between the two major political parties. As a result, efforts to reform an aging and ineffective immigration system have been largely unsuccessful. Meanwhile, pressures on the U.S.-Mexican border continue to grow.  A convergence of factors, including climate change and a rise in organized crime and authoritarian leadership, is forcing desperate families from Central and South America and other parts of the globe to seek refuge in the U.S. Many experts point to these externalities and the expiration of Trump-era asylum restrictions as the combined cause for the Border Patrol's record-breaking numbers of migrant encounters in the second half of 2023.  In response to this surge and a growing backlog of asylum and immigration cases, Congress attempted to pass historic bipartisan reform under the Emergency National Security Supplemental Appropriations Act in February 2024. The bill would have increased support for border security efforts and the immigration court system. Like many previous attempts at reform, it succumbed to politics.  Why has the U.S. dragged its feet on improving immigration processes and monitoring for more than 20 years? What does this mean for frontline communities in the Ten Across region as global trade becomes more regionalized, and climate and political tensions intensify? Listen in as Ten Across founder Duke Reiter and U.S.-Mexico border relations expert David Shirk explore these questions, as well as the history of this fraught political boundary, from its establishment to its significance to modern American isolationism.  Relevant links and resources:  justiceinmexico.org  “Takeaways from the Texas Tribune-Associated Press report on 24 hours along the Texas-Mexico border” (The Texas Tribune, 2024)  “How the 10X Region Can Plan for Climate Migration with Abrahm Lustgarten” (Ten Across Conversations, 2024)  “10X Trendline: Unprecedented Migration Patterns Are Testing U.S. Diplomacy in the Ten Across Region” (Ten Across Blog, 2024)“Alternative Visions of the Southern U.S. Border Yesterday, Tomorrow, and Today”  (Ten Across Conversations, 2023)

The Texas-Mexico border region faces unique health care challenges. Many people have diabetes, obesity, and other chronic health conditions, and they often lack health insurance – 42% of adults have no health coverage. At the recently held TMA Border Health Conference, physicians, other health care stakeholders, and government policymakers gathered to discuss how to strengthen border health care. NOTICE: This podcast is intended for general informational purposes only. The information provided in this podcast does not constitute legal or medical advice and does not ensure a successful outcome. This podcast does not substitute for the advice of a physician or other health care professional. Consulting a personal physician is always a good practice when faced with health issues to obtain specific medical advice taking into consideration each person's medical situation. Persons should not rely on this information when dealing with personal health matters; rather medical advice from their own personal physician should be sought. Although TMA has attempted to present materials that are accurate and useful, some material may be outdated and TMA shall not be liable to anyone for any inaccuracy, error, or omission, regardless of cause, or for any damages resulting therefrom. Certain links provided with this information may connect to websites maintained by third parties. TMA has no control over these websites, or the information, goods or services provided by third parties. TMA shall have no liability for any use or reliance by a user on these third-party websites or information provided by third parties. This podcast is also not intended to establish medical standards of care for the purposes of litigation, including expert testimony. The standard of care is dependent upon the particular facts and circumstances of each individual case and no generalization can be made that would apply to all cases.

A look back at three stories from earlier in 2024 and how they tie into more recent news (Columbia University's crackdown on pro-Palestinian protesters -> Minouche Shafik resigns, mother and 2 children drown crossing Texas/Mexico border -> Kamala Harris' tough-on-border rhetoric at DNC, mass student protests in Bangladesh -> Sheikh Hasina resigns, extreme flooding in Bangladesh).

Two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Alan Taylor is Tyler's pick for one of the greatest living historians. His many books cover the early American Republic, American westward expansion, the War of 1812, Virginian slavery, Thomas Jefferson, the revolutionary settlements in Maine, and more. He's currently the Thomas Jefferson Chair of History at the University of Virginia. Tyler and Taylor take a walking tour of early history through North America covering the decisions, and ripples of those decisions, that shaped revolution and independence, including why Canada didn't join the American revolution, why American in turn never invaded Canada (and who would've won), American's early obsession with the collapse of the Republic, how democratic the Jacksonians were, Texas/Mexico tensions over escaped African American slaves, America's refusal to recognize Cuban independence, how many American Tories went north post-revolution, Napoleon III's war with Mexico, why the US Government considered attacking Canada after the Civil War, and much more.  Read a full transcript enhanced with helpful links, or watch the full video. Recorded May 9th, 2024. Other ways to connect Follow us on X and Instagram Follow Tyler on X Sign up for our newsletter Join our Discord Email us: cowenconvos@mercatus.gmu.edu Learn more about Conversations with Tyler and other Mercatus Center podcasts here. Photo Credit: (c) Dan Addison UVA University Communications

Arturo Elizondo, a founder with a remarkable story, has built a transformative company that addresses a critical global issue. Growing up on the Texas-Mexico border, he witnessed stark income disparities and developed a deep awareness of the broader world. His venture, The EVERY Company, has attracted funding from top-tier investors like Temasek, Wheatsheaf Group, SOSV, and TO Ventures.

Looking for a value option for your next buddy trip? “Talking GolfGetaways” discusses Tucson, Arizona as a place to save a few bucks and find some great golf and gambling when the weather turns warm each year. Plus: An update on Grass Clippings night golf in Scottsdale; an unbelievable golf house in Flagstaff; and an unforgettable trip to Black Jack's Crossing on the Texas-Mexico border. 

Burnie sits down with Special Guest Becca Frasier on this edition of Morning Someone. Becca talks about her life growing up on the Texas/Mexico border, changing careers five times, & the wild adventures of Hilaria Baldwin's accent.Support our podcast at: https://www.patreon.com/morningsomewhere

After President Biden and former President Trump's visits to the Texas-Mexico border, correspondent Cecilia Vega reports from Eagle Pass, Texas, where she interviewed Governor Greg Abbott. The governor's controversial border enforcement effort, known as Operation Lone Star, has led to a showdown with the federal government. Bill Whitaker reports from the Isle of Man on the longest-running and most dangerous motorcycle race on earth: The Isle of Man TT. Once the seat of a Viking Kingdom, the 30 mile-long island sits in the middle of the Irish Sea, with England to the east and Ireland to the west. Whitaker examines the distinct Manx identity and the role a collision of cultures played in shaping such a wild and improbable race. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Last December, Texas lawmakers passed Senate Bill 4, one of the most extreme pieces of anti-immigrant legislation to emerge from any state legislature. Under S.B. 4, local and state law enforcement can arrest people they suspect to have entered Texas without federal authorization. It also permits Texas judges, who are not trained in immigration law, to order the deportation of migrants to ports of entry along the Texas-Mexico border, regardless of which country they are from. Additionally, individuals may face charges under a new state crime of “illegal entry,” or “illegal re-entry,” as well as refusal to comply with deportation orders, with some charges carrying penalties of up to 20 years in prison. Since S.B. 4 passed, a whirlwind of court orders have stopped it from being enforced or allowed it for a very short time, which has caused widespread confusion. States do not have the constitutional authority to deport people, and an unconstitutional law like S.B. 4 only imposes added threat to migrants' livelihoods and path to asylum.  Here to give us the latest news on S.B. 4 and our fight against it is David Donatti, senior staff attorney at the ACLU of Texas working on immigration.

Wednesday, March 20, 2024 Subscribe: Get the Daily Update in your inbox for free 1/ A federal appeals court blocked a Texas law allowing state police to arrest people suspected of illegally crossing the Texas-Mexico border — hours after the Supreme Court had allowed it to go into effect. The appeals court judges are now consid... Visit WTF Just Happened Today? for more news and headlines, brought to you by Matt Kiser. The WTFJHT Podcast is narrated and produced by Joe Amditis.

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 1: On Tuesday, the Supreme Court decided to temporarily permit Texas's Senate Bill 4 to take effect. The bill makes it a crime for migrants to illegally enter the United States—allowing for Texas officials to arrest and/or deport anyone who recently entered the state unlawfully. Adam Liptak of The New York Times writes: “The Supreme Court temporarily sided with Texas on Tuesday in its increasingly bitter fight with the Biden administration over immigration policy, allowing an expansive state law to go into effect that makes it a crime for migrants to enter Texas without authorization. As is typical when the court acts on emergency applications, its order gave no reasons. But Justice Amy Coney Barrett, joined by Justice Brett M. Kavanaugh, filed a concurring opinion that seemed to express the majority's bottom line. They were returning the case to an appeals court for a prompt ruling on whether the law should be paused while an appeal moves forward, Justice Barrett wrote. ‘If a decision does not issue soon,' she wrote, ‘the applicants may return to this court.' The three liberal members of the court—Justices Ketanji Brown Jackson, Elena Kagan and Sonia Sotomayor—dissented.” You can read the full article here: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/19/us/supreme-court-texas-immigration.html What is Texas State Bill 4? Maria Mendez of The Texas Tribune writes that the “law would make it a state crime to cross the Texas-Mexico border between ports of entry. If a police officer has probable cause to believe a person illegally crossed the Rio Grande, that person could be charged with a Class B misdemeanor, which carries a punishment of up to six months in jail. For subsequent offenses, the person could be charged with a second-degree felony and face up to 20 years in prison. If the migrant is convicted and has served their sentence, a judge would be required to order police to transport them to a port of entry. A judge could drop the charges if a migrant agrees to return to Mexico, and police could turn over migrant families to Border Patrol agents to avoid separating children from their parents instead of arresting them.” You can read Menendez's full report here: https://www.texastribune.org/2024/03/18/texas-sb-4-immigration-arrest-law/ Craig Rucker—President of The Committee for a Constructive Tomorrow (CFACT)—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss a lawsuit his organization, alongside The Heartland Institute, recently filed against the Biden Administration “seeking to overturn their approval of Dominion Energy's plans to start construction of a massive offshore wind project off Virginia that ignores the obvious harm of the endangered North Atlantic right whale. The project consists of the 176 giant wind turbines—each tower taller than the Washington Monument, with turbine blades longer than a football field—to be constructed in the open ocean 25 miles off the coast of Virginia Beach. If completed, the project would be the largest of its kind in the world. This Dominion Energy project is one of many offshore wind projects mandated by an executive order issued by President Biden, declaring that a ‘climate crisis' exists that ‘threatens mankind's existence.'” You can read The Committee for a Constructive Tomorrow's (CFACT) full statement here: https://www.cfact.org/2024/03/18/coalition-sues-to-block-virginia-offshore-wind-project-to-protect-the-right-whale/

The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Episode (03/19/2024): 3:05pm- On Tuesday, the Supreme Court decided to temporarily permit Texas's Senate Bill 4 to take effect. The bill makes it a crime for migrants to illegally enter the United States—allowing for Texas officials to arrest and/or deport anyone who recently entered the state unlawfully. Adam Liptak of The New York Times writes: “The Supreme Court temporarily sided with Texas on Tuesday in its increasingly bitter fight with the Biden administration over immigration policy, allowing an expansive state law to go into effect that makes it a crime for migrants to enter Texas without authorization. As is typical when the court acts on emergency applications, its order gave no reasons. But Justice Amy Coney Barrett, joined by Justice Brett M. Kavanaugh, filed a concurring opinion that seemed to express the majority's bottom line. They were returning the case to an appeals court for a prompt ruling on whether the law should be paused while an appeal moves forward, Justice Barrett wrote. ‘If a decision does not issue soon,' she wrote, ‘the applicants may return to this court.' The three liberal members of the court—Justices Ketanji Brown Jackson, Elena Kagan and Sonia Sotomayor—dissented.” You can read the full article here: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/19/us/supreme-court-texas-immigration.html 3:30pm- What is Texas State Bill 4? Maria Mendez of The Texas Tribune writes that the “law would make it a state crime to cross the Texas-Mexico border between ports of entry. If a police officer has probable cause to believe a person illegally crossed the Rio Grande, that person could be charged with a Class B misdemeanor, which carries a punishment of up to six months in jail. For subsequent offenses, the person could be charged with a second-degree felony and face up to 20 years in prison. If the migrant is convicted and has served their sentence, a judge would be required to order police to transport them to a port of entry. A judge could drop the charges if a migrant agrees to return to Mexico, and police could turn over migrant families to Border Patrol agents to avoid separating children from their parents instead of arresting them.” You can read Menendez's full report here: https://www.texastribune.org/2024/03/18/texas-sb-4-immigration-arrest-law/ 3:40pm- Craig Rucker—President of The Committee for a Constructive Tomorrow (CFACT)—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss a lawsuit his organization, alongside The Heartland Institute, recently filed against the Biden Administration “seeking to overturn their approval of Dominion Energy's plans to start construction of a massive offshore wind project off Virginia that ignores the obvious harm of the endangered North Atlantic right whale. The project consists of the 176 giant wind turbines—each tower taller than the Washington Monument, with turbine blades longer than a football field—to be constructed in the open ocean 25 miles off the coast of Virginia Beach. If completed, the project would be the largest of its kind in the world. This Dominion Energy project is one of many offshore wind projects mandated by an executive order issued by President Biden, declaring that a ‘climate crisis' exists that ‘threatens mankind's existence.'” You can read The Committee for a Constructive Tomorrow's (CFACT) full statement here: https://www.cfact.org/2024/03/18/coalition-sues-to-block-virginia-offshore-wind-project-to-protect-the-right-whale/ 4:05pm- While speaking at a campaign event in Ohio over the weekend, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump predicted that there would be an economic “bloodbath” for the automotive manufacturing industry if he didn't win the 2024 presidential election in November. Democrats and dishonest members of the media took the statement out of context—instead suggesting that Trump had openly called for a “bloodbath”, or a massacre, should he lose. A selectively trimmed nine-second clip was reposted by numerous social media accounts belonging to members of the political left, including: Biden-Harris HQ and Joe Scarborough (who quickly deleted his post). The strategically edited audio inaccurately makes it appear as though Trump is calling for violence. On Monday, morning shows on ABC, CBS, and NBC all promoted the fake narrative as well. 4:10pm- While appearing on Fox News with Jesse Watters, independent journalist Michael Shellenberger warned that progressives, as well as members of the media, have focused on Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump's “bloodbath” comments as an excuse to censor Trump and his supporters—labeling them collectively as a “violent threat to democracy.” 4:25pm- In a new “opinion video” for The New York Times, journalists Adam Westbrook and Lindsay Crouse attempted to debunk the idea that the deep state is a threat to American civil liberties—and they did so by traveling to Huntsville, Alabama? You can watch the video here: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/19/opinion/trump-deep-state.html 4:40pm- In response to The New York Times's new “opinion video” attempting to debunk the existence of a deep state, billionaire Elon Musk accused the publication of being a “mouthpiece of the state.” 4:50pm- Thomas Catenacci of Fox News writes: “The State of Texas is terminating a massive $8.5 billion investment with trillion-dollar asset manager BlackRock over the state's determination that the firm is engaged in a boycott of energy companies.” You can read the full article here: https://www.foxbusiness.com/politics/texas-pulls-8-5-billion-blackrock-stunning-blow-esg-movement 5:05pm- While appearing on the Texas Lindsay podcast, Elon Musk—the owner of the social media platform X—revealed that the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) used a special portal when communicating with officials at X (then-Twitter) which would “auto-delete” the conversations after two-weeks. Musk noted that this was likely a violation of the Freedom of Information Act. 5:15pm- Did The New York Times just admit that Republicans were right about COVID-19 lockdowns? The Daily Wire News writes: “An analysis piece from The New York Times this week admitted that Republicans by and large were correct—and Democrats were wrong—about policies that kept children out of school during the coronavirus pandemic. The report said that today there is ‘broad acknowledgment among many public health and education experts that extended school closures did not significantly stop the spread of Covid, while the academic harms for children have been large and long-lasting.'” You can read more here: https://www.dailywire.com/news/new-york-times-republicans-were-right-about-pandemic-school-policy-democrats-were-wrong 5:20pm- In a new “opinion video” for The New York Times, journalists Adam Westbrook and Lindsay Crouse attempted to debunk the idea that the deep state is a threat to American civil liberties—and they did so by traveling to Huntsville, Alabama? Plus, they interview a federal employee who removes lead from water and enjoys making salads in her spare time! You can watch the video here: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/19/opinion/trump-deep-state.html 5:40pm- Ben Schreckinger of Politico reports: “Prosecutors said a business associate of Jim Biden conspired to defraud Medicare alongside an alleged leader of the Colombo crime family in a brief filed Friday in federal court in New Jersey. The government's accusation is likely to intensify scrutiny of the ties between President Joe Biden's brother and the associate, Mississippi businessman Keaton Langston. The Justice Department named Langston as a co-conspirator in the ongoing fraud case just three weeks after congressional investigators grilled Jim Biden about his relationship with the Mississippi businessman. In the course of a previous prosecution, the Justice Department identified a defendant in the fraud case, Florida businessman Thomas Farese, as a high-ranking member of the Colombo crime family, according to court filings.” You can read the full report here: https://www.politico.com/news/2024/03/18/doj-jim-biden-associate-mafia-boss-00147626 5:50pm- While answering questions from the press aboard Air Force One, White House Press Secretary Karine Jean Pierre confirmed that President Joe Biden and former President Barack Obama speak with one another often. 6:05pm- Zack Smith—Legal Fellow and Manager of the Supreme Court and Appellate Advocacy Program in the Edwin Meese III Center for Legal and Judicial Studies at The Heritage Foundation—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to temporarily permit Texas's Senate Bill 4 to take effect. The bill makes it a crime for migrants to illegally enter the United States and allows for Texas officials to arrest and/or deport anyone who recently entered the state unlawfully. 6:15pm- On Monday “The Don Lemon Show” released its first episode—which included a long-form interview with billionaire Elon Musk. During the conversation, Lemon accused Musk of inaccurately claiming undocumented migrants can alter election outcomes. Musk then explained that undocumented migrants are counted in the census which can result in blue states receiving greater representation in the House of Representatives. 6:30pm- On Tuesday, the House Foreign Affairs Committee held a hearing on the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan. Former U.S. Central Command Commander General Kenneth McKenzie and former Joint Chiefs of Staff Chair General Mark Milley both testified that there was a severe lack of coordination. Gen. Milley conceded: “I'll be candid. I don't know the exact number of Americans that were left behind” in Afghanistan. 6:50pm- In a recent interview Leslye Headland, writer/producer of the upcoming series “Star Wars: The Acolyte,” explained that one of her goals for the Star Wars franchise is to make it more inclusive. Last year Disney announced a new director for its Star Wars film franchise—Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy. Obaid-Chinoy has won two Academy Awards for short-films examining injustice in Pakistan, but does that make her the ideal selection for a sci-fi franchise? Obaid-Chinoy said that her goal as a filmmaker has been to “make men uncomfortable,” but aren't most Star Wars fans just looking for an enjoyable two-hour movie? Is Disney destroying the Star Wars franchise?

After President Biden and former President Trump's visits to the Texas-Mexico border this past week, correspondent Cecilia Vega reports from Eagle Pass, Texas, where she interviewed Governor Greg Abbott. The governor's controversial border enforcement effort, known as Operation Lone Star, has led to a showdown with the federal government. Correspondent Scott Pelley reports on the battle to ban 97 books in one South Carolina public school district and the role played by the national movement for “parental rights” inspired by a group called Moms for Liberty. The group says it is “fighting for the survival of America" but the book banning attempt was met with strong opposition in Beaufort, South Carolina. Bill Whitaker reports on NASA's plans to send Americans back to the moon with hopes of building a lunar outpost and traveling onward to Mars. With a stated target date of late 2026, Whitaker reports from Kennedy Space Center, interviews NASA's top watchdog, and visits one of its contractors, Blue Origin, where he asks tough questions around costs and timeline as they work towards this historic undertaking.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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The Lincoln Project's own Rick Wilson examines how Trump and the GOP are dealing with Biden's strong economy. The Leadership Now Project's Daniella Ballou-Aares, the CEO, details how they mobilize business leaders to protect democracy. The Washington Post's Arelis Hernandez drops in for a boots-on-the-ground report from the Texas-Mexico border.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the border crisis escalates to a top campaign issue, Sharyl Attkisson is on the Texas-Mexico border with Maverick County, Texas Sheriff Schmerber, a Democrat. He's in charge of the county where some of the most outrageous spikes in illegal border crossings under the Biden administration have occurred. Subscribe to my two podcasts: “The Sharyl Attkisson Podcast” and “Full Measure After Hours.” Leave a review, subscribe and share with your friends! Support independent journalism by visiting the new Sharyl Attkisson store. Order “Slanted: How the News Media Taught Us to Love Censorship and Hate Journalism” by Sharyl Attkisson at Harper Collins, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books a Million, IndieBound, Bookshop! Visit JustTheNews.com, SharylAttkisson.com and www.FullMeasure.news for original reporting. Do your own research. Make up your own mind. Think for yourself.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

All eyes are on the border as that big convoy is headed to the Texas/Mexico border... we'll have an update from Tx Lt Gov. Dan Patrick

Hey BillOReilly.com Premium and Concierge Members, welcome to the No Spin News for Tuesday, January 23, 2024. Stand Up for Your Country. Tonight's rundown: Talking Points Memo: Bill explores the idea that President Biden is suffering from dementia, which is diminishing his job. We look at the current campaign tricks happening during today's New Hampshire primary. Tangle News' Isaac Saul joins the No Spin News to examine Donald Trump and Nikki Haley. The Supreme Court rules to remove razor wire along the Texas/Mexico border. This Day in History: Johnny Carson dies. Final Thought: Change in America. In Case You Missed It: Read Bill's latest column, "Welcome Back, Trumper." Election season is here! Now's the time to get a Premium or Concierge Membership to BillOReilly.com, the only place for honest news analysis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Today's Headlines: In today's New Hampshire primary, the Republican race has narrowed down to a competition between Nikki Haley and a candidate we will refer to as "coup boy." The latter has been gaining endorsements, particularly from South Carolina's congressional delegation, including Representatives Jeff Duncan and Nancy Mace, and Senator Tim Scott. Meanwhile, there are reports of a robocall in New Hampshire using AI to mimic President Biden's voice and discourage voting in the primary. The call allegedly falsely identified as coming from a former state Democratic Party chair associated with a super PAC supporting a Biden write-in campaign. Internationally, Israel has proposed a two-month pause in fighting with Hamas, aiming for the release of hostages and Palestinian prisoners. European Union foreign ministers advocate for a two-state solution, expressing concern over Israel's rejection. US and British militaries launch joint attacks on Houthi rebels in Yemen, and the Supreme Court allows federal Border Patrol agents to resume cutting barbed wire on the Texas-Mexico border. Finally, nine Democratic governors, led by New York Governor Kathy Hochul, call for addressing the humanitarian crisis resulting from the surge of migrants seeking refuge in the US. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: NY Times: Trump Rakes In Endorsements in Final Hours Before New Hampshire Votes AP News: New Hampshire investigating fake Biden robocall meant to discourage voters ahead of primary Axios: Scoop: Israel proposes 2-month fighting pause in Gaza for release of all hostages PBS: Families of hostages held in Gaza storm Israel's parliament demanding deal for release ABC News: EU says creation of Palestinian state is the only way to peace AP News: US, British militaries launch new round of joint strikes against multiple Houthi sites in Yemen AP News: Supreme Court allows federal agents to cut razor wire Texas installed on US-Mexico border NY Times: 9 Democratic Governors Push Biden and Congress to Address Migrant Crisis Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Amanda Duberman and Bridget Schwartz Edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BlazeTV contributor Eric July joins the show today to discuss the passing of Senator Dianne Feinstein and the impending government shutdown. California Senator Dianne Feinstein passed away at her Washington, D.C., home just hours after casting a vote on Thursday. Feinstein served for over 30 years in the Senate. Governor Gavin Newsom of California will be responsible for appointing her replacement, and he has already been clear about his intention to choose a black woman for the position. Elon Musk's visit to the Texas-Mexico border continues to draw attention to issues surrounding immigration and border security. Notably, 21 Republicans voted alongside Democrats against the continuing resolution, which would have given the government 30 days to secure full funding. If lawmakers do not act swiftly, the government is set to shut down on Sunday at 12:01 a.m. Today's Sponsor: Relief Factor isn't a drug, but it was developed by doctors to fight inflammation. Try it today. The 3-Week QuickStart is only $19.95. Go to http://www.relieffactor.com or call 800-4Relief to get your QuickStart today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices