Podcasts about Texas Public Policy Foundation

51:36- Dr. Rebecca Grant, national security analyst based in Washington, D.C. Specializing in defense and aerospace research, founder of IRIS Independent Research, and Senior Fellow at the Lexington Institute Topic: U.S. air strike on Iran 1:01:07- Assemblyman Dov Hikind, former New York State Assemblyman and the son of holocaust survivors Topic: U.S. air strike on Iran and the impact it will have on Israel 1:12:55- Johnny "Joey" Jones, Fox News military analyst and host, Marine Corps veteran, and the author of "Behind the Badge" Topic: U.S. air strike on Iran 1:26:45- Joe Borelli, Former New York City Councilman and Managing Director of Chartwell Strategy Group Topic: Primary Day in New York tomorrow 1:33:54- Hogan Gidley, Former National Press Secretary for the Trump campaign, former White House Deputy Press Secretary, and a Newsmax contributor Topic: President Trump's actions in Iran air strike 1:48:33- Lt. Col. Robert Maginnis, a retired U.S. Army officer and an experienced military analyst with on-the-ground experience inside Russia and Ukraine and the author of "Preparing for World War III" Topic: "Trump launches precision strikes against Iran. Triumph or trap?" (Fox News op ed) 2:02:10- Lt. Col. Chuck DeVore (Ret.), Chief National Initiatives Officer at the Texas Public Policy Foundation who served as a Republican member of the California State Assembly from 2004 to 2010 Topic: U.S. air strike on Iran 2:10:07- David Friedman, Former U.S. Ambassador to Israel and the author of "Sledgehammer: How Breaking with the Past Brought Peace to the Middle East" Topic: U.S. air strike on Iran and its overall impact on the Middle EastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's podcast is titled “Examining Income Inequality in America.” Recorded in 2007, Dennis McCuistion, former Clinical Professor of Corporate Governance and Executive Director of the Institute for Excellence in Corporate Governance at the University of Texas at Dallas, Robert Reich, former Secretary of Labor under President Clinton and professor at UC Berkeley, and Byron Schlomach, chief economist for the Texas Public Policy Foundation, discuss income inequality and the American middle class. Listen now, and don't forget to subscribe to get updates each week for the Free To Choose Media Podcast.

Is the choice for women just farm or corner office?Join Ariana Guajardo on The Sweet Tea Series as she dives into the 10th annual Young Women's Leadership Summit hosted by Turning Point USA in Grapevine, Texas. Ariana reflects on the evolving role of women in the conservative movement, exploring cultural shifts, motherhood, and the balance between career and family. She breaks down speeches from Dana Loesch, Charlie Kirk, Erika Kirk, and Brett Cooper, and discusses key topics like Second Amendment rights for women, the tension in modern dating, and the dangers of rigid traditionalism. Ariana also challenges stereotypes, advocating for a conservatism that empowers women to shape society through family, community, and policy engagement. She explores what it means to be a conservative woman today, the importance of civic education, and how women can reclaim social institutions to strengthen America's future. Follow @spillingsweettea on Instagram and subscribe to the Texas Public Policy Foundation's YouTube channel for more episodes!Link to socials & more: https://linktr.ee/sweetteaseriesKeywords: Conservative women, Young Women's Leadership Summit, Turning Point USA, TPUSA, Dana Loesch, Second Amendment, motherhood, traditionalism, conservative movement, women in politics, cultural issues, civic education, Texas Public Policy Foundation.

Today's podcast begins and ends with further analysis of the awful violence that's happening on the streets of the great American city of Los Angeles. Our host, Mike Slater, explores the roots of the problems that led to these horrific riots and aims to provide context and solutions for those issues.Following the opener, The Honorable Chuck DeVore, Chief National Initiatives Officer at Texas Public Policy Foundation, comes on-air to talk about his personal experience with the 1992 L.A. riots as a member of the National Guard, and provide some firsthand experience on how things were dealt with back then and explain how those lessons could be useful in mitigating damage today.

52:10- Lt. Col. Chuck DeVore (Ret.), Chief National Initiatives Officer at the Texas Public Policy Foundation who served as a Republican member of the California State Assembly from 2004 to 2010 Topic: "Trump moves fast to save LA from a 1992 repeat" (Fox News op ed) 1:02:25- Dr. Gil Lederman, Expert in Prostate Cancer and the host of "Radiosurgery New York with Dr. Gil Lederman" on AM 970 The Answer Topic: Biden's prostate cancer prognosis 1:12:30- Dr. Marc Siegel, physician, Professor of Medicine at the NYU Langone Medical Center, author, and contributor to Fox News Topic: "Grandma and Grandpa are turning golden years into a high time and it’s not safe" (Fox News op ed) 1:25:19- John Solomon, award-winning investigative journalist, founder of "Just The News," and the host of “Just the News, No Noise” on the Real America’s Voice network Topic: Miguel Uribe assassination attempt, other news of the day 1:32:31- Nicole Parker, Special Agent with the FBI from 2010 through October 2022 and a Fox News contributor Topic: FBI involvement in the Los Angeles protests 1:49:06- Rich Lowry, Editor of the National Review and the author of "The Case for Nationalism" Topic: "Biden WH flack Karine Jean-Pierre’s latest ruse just moves her from one ‘grift’ to another" (New York Post op ed) 2:01:56- Thomas Homan, Border Czar for the Trump administration Topic: Los Angeles protestsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1:23:02- Hogan Gidley, Former National Press Secretary for the Trump campaign, former White House Deputy Press Secretary, and a Newsmax contributor, joins Joe Piscopo to discuss the pros of Trump banning the 12 countries from traveling into the United States and what Karine Jean-Pierre leaving the Democratic Party means for the future of the party and the Republicans. Topic: Trump's travel ban on 12 countries, Karine Jean-Pierre leaving the Democratic Party 1:34:53- Lt. Col. Chuck DeVore (Ret.), Chief National Initiatives Officer at the Texas Public Policy Foundation, who served as a Republican member of the California State Assembly from 2004 to 2010, joins Joe Piscopo to discuss the new toxic fungus allegedly brought in by two Chinese scientists and brings up how Chinese scientists have bought farmland in the United States as a way these Chinese scientists can spread these diseases. Topic: Two scientists from China arrested for allegedly bringing a toxic fungus into the U.S. 1:46:17- Alan Dershowitz, Harvard Law Professor Emeritus, host of "The Dershow," and the author of "The Ten Big Anti-Israel Lies: And How to Refute Them with Truth" joins Joe Piscopo to discuss people coming into the country and lying on their Visa applications and how they should be stopped to prevent disturbance on American families and how America has failed in this aspect highlighting events like 9/11, Pearl Harbor, October 7th, etc. Topic: Judge blocks deportation of Boulder suspect's family 2:00:38- Dr. Rebecca Grant, national security analyst based in Washington, D.C., specializing in defense and aerospace research, founder of IRIS Independent Research, and Senior Fellow at the Lexington Institute, joins Joe Piscopo discuss the background of Ukraine’s attack on the Russian warplanes, the Puntin mindset on how he loves war and his family background on fighting in battle. Topic: Russia to respond to Ukraine's attack on warplanes 2:07:56- Taylor Mason, a Comedian who will be appearing at the WMCA Pastor's Appreciation Breakfast, joins Joe Piscopo to discuss both their comedy careers and share a few laughs on their past experiences together, and talk about the upcoming event at the WMCA Pastor’s Appreciation Breakfast. Topic: PAE, his comedy careerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ammon Blair is a Senior Fellow at the Texas Public Policy Foundation, specializing in border security and immigration policy, with over two decades of experience as a U.S. Border Patrol agent and U.S. Army officer. Why the National Guard Is the Backbone of Border Security

Rich talks with Congressman Burgess Owens (R-UT) to break down his “big, beautiful bill” aimed at reshaping the future of the 4th Congressional District and the country. He's then joined by Mandy Gunasekara, former EPA Chief of Staff, who discusses growing concerns over President Biden's cognitive health and what it means for national leadership. Finally, Ammon Blair, Senior Fellow at the Texas Public Policy Foundation, explains why the National Guard remains the backbone of effective border security and immigration policy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It was no easy feat. On May 8 the Texas legislature eliminated the expiration date for its Convention of States resolution, ensuring the Lone Star State remains at the forefront of the historic Article V movement to unleash liberty in America. Your host Jonathan Viaud interviews the major players who made it possible, including rising star Texas State Representative Cody Vasut, Jose Melendez of the Texas Public Policy Foundation, and COS Texas leaders Erika Hatfield and John Van Compernolle.

Tony talks about Ukraine’s massive drone attack on Russia with Chuck DeVore joining to give insight into how they made this happen, and what the next step could look like for Russia. Chuck DeVore is a former California state assemblyman, a retired Army lieutenant colonel, and a policy expert at Texas Public Policy Foundation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 Segment 1 Tony starts off the show with his thoughts on Keith Olbermann’s take on the terror attack that happened in Colorado. Then Tony talks about the Big Beautiful Bill. Hour 1 Segment 2 Tony shares conversations around the Ukranian drone attack over the weekend and theories behind how they planned this. Hour 1 Segment 3 Tony shares U.S. Senator John Fetterman’s comments against the antisemitic behaviors that are happening. Then talks about MSNBC’s Symone Sanders-Townsend and her take that Trump is older than Biden. Hour 1 Segment 4 Tony talks about Ukraine’s strike on bridge connecting Russia to Crimea with underwater explosives, limiting Russia’s supply line. Hour 2 Segment 1 Tony tunes in live to the White House press briefing and shares his thoughts throughout the session. Hour 2 Segment 2 WH press briefing + Tony’s thoughts Pt. 2 Hour 2 Segment 3 WH press briefing + Tony’s thoughts Pt. 3 Hour 2 Segment 4 Disney is laying off hundreds in TV & Film Entertainment. Should this be a sign for the economy, or is it just a move for Disney? Michael Cohen asking for pardon from Trump Hour 3 Segment 1 Tony talks about Ukraine’s massive drone attack on Russia with Chuck DeVore joining to give insight into how they made this happen, and what the next step could look like for Russia. Chuck DeVore is a former California state assemblyman, a retired Army lieutenant colonel, and a policy expert at Texas Public Policy Foundation. Hour 3 Segment 2 Tony talks about Greta Thunberg who is on a boat to provide aid to Palestinians, and about the AI-generated photo of her. Hour 3 Segment 3 Tony shares about listeners’ feedback on his comments yesterday, “buy guns, buy ammo, get trained.” Hour 3 Segment 4 Tony wraps up the show talking about how CNN and MSNBC are imploding. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The House of Representatives' budget reconciliation plan, backed by President Trump, is headed to the Senate. The bill touched on nearly every aspect of President Trump's agenda, which Senate Leader John Thune hopes to have passed by July 4, 2025. The budget bill passed through the House with a slim majority, which concerns some Americans that it may face restraint in the Senate. U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-AL) joins the Rundown to discuss the Senate's work on President Trump's reconciliation bill and Republicans' efforts to cut taxes, reduce spending, and create more U.S. jobs. She also describes her own bipartisan bill, which aims to improve childcare affordability and help parents re-enter the workforce. Not many people can say they've climbed to the top of Mount Everest, but FOX News Correspondent Mike Tobin can. Making it to the top is extremely dangerous and requires peak physical abilities. Mike joins the podcast to discuss the accomplishment, why he decided to climb Mount Everest, and what it was like to reach the top. Plus, commentary from Chief National Initiatives Officer at the Texas Public Policy Foundation, Chuck DeVore.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The House of Representatives' budget reconciliation plan, backed by President Trump, is headed to the Senate. The bill touched on nearly every aspect of President Trump's agenda, which Senate Leader John Thune hopes to have passed by July 4, 2025. The budget bill passed through the House with a slim majority, which concerns some Americans that it may face restraint in the Senate. U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-AL) joins the Rundown to discuss the Senate's work on President Trump's reconciliation bill and Republicans' efforts to cut taxes, reduce spending, and create more U.S. jobs. She also describes her own bipartisan bill, which aims to improve childcare affordability and help parents re-enter the workforce. Not many people can say they've climbed to the top of Mount Everest, but FOX News Correspondent Mike Tobin can. Making it to the top is extremely dangerous and requires peak physical abilities. Mike joins the podcast to discuss the accomplishment, why he decided to climb Mount Everest, and what it was like to reach the top. Plus, commentary from Chief National Initiatives Officer at the Texas Public Policy Foundation, Chuck DeVore.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The House of Representatives' budget reconciliation plan, backed by President Trump, is headed to the Senate. The bill touched on nearly every aspect of President Trump's agenda, which Senate Leader John Thune hopes to have passed by July 4, 2025. The budget bill passed through the House with a slim majority, which concerns some Americans that it may face restraint in the Senate. U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-AL) joins the Rundown to discuss the Senate's work on President Trump's reconciliation bill and Republicans' efforts to cut taxes, reduce spending, and create more U.S. jobs. She also describes her own bipartisan bill, which aims to improve childcare affordability and help parents re-enter the workforce. Not many people can say they've climbed to the top of Mount Everest, but FOX News Correspondent Mike Tobin can. Making it to the top is extremely dangerous and requires peak physical abilities. Mike joins the podcast to discuss the accomplishment, why he decided to climb Mount Everest, and what it was like to reach the top. Plus, commentary from Chief National Initiatives Officer at the Texas Public Policy Foundation, Chuck DeVore.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joe Piscopo's guest hosts this morning are Al Gattullo and Joe Sibilia. 36:40- Lt. Col. Chuck DeVore (Ret.), Chief National Initiatives Officer at the Texas Public Policy Foundation who served as a Republican member of the California State Assembly from 2004 to 2010 Topic: Trump's Golden Dome missile system 50:56- Liz Peek, Fox News contributor, columnist for Fox News and The Hill, and former partner of major bracket Wall Street firm Wertheim & Company Topic: "Biden cancer announcement has my sympathy and my skepticism" (Fox News op ed) 1:01:06- Katie Cherkasky, former federal prosecutor and military veteran Topic: DOJ investigation into Andrew Cuomo, latest from the Supreme Court 1:25:30- Dr. Betsy McCaughey, New York Post columnist, former Lt. Gov. of NY State, Chairwoman and founder of the Committee to Reduce Infection Deaths Topic: "Don’t trust the rhetoric: reject antisemitism in NYC mayor’s race" (New York Post op ed) 2:02:05- Danny Coulson, Former Deputy Assistant Director of the FBI and Founding Commander of the FBI Hostage Rescue Team Topic: New Orleans fugitives 2:10:38- Christie Brinkley, model, actress, entrepreneur, and the author of "Uptown Girl: A Memoir" Topic: Her new book, her storied life and careerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

37:37- Lt. Col. Chuck DeVore (Ret.), Chief National Initiatives Officer at the Texas Public Policy Foundation who served as a Republican member of the California State Assembly from 2004 to 2010 Topic: Hostage Edan Alexander being freed by Hamas, India-Pakistan 53:28- John Solomon, award-winning investigative journalist, founder of "Just The News," and the host of “Just the News, No Noise” on the Real America’s Voice network Topic: Trump slashing prescription drug prices, hostage freed, Trump's Middle East trip, other news of the day 1:11:59- Gordon Chang, Asia expert, columnist and author of "China is Going to War" Topic: US-China tariffs agreement 1:27:22- Joseph diGenova, former U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Topic: Legalities of Ras Baraka arrest, other legal news 1:59:33- Scott Jennings, CNN contributor and the author of "A Revolution of Common Sense: How Donald Trump Stormed Washington and Fought for Western Civilization" Topic: His new book 2:11:39- Dr. Rebecca Grant, national security analyst based in Washington, D.C. Specializing in defense and aerospace research, founder of IRIS Independent Research, and Senior Fellow at the Lexington Institute Topic: "Army ditches helicopters for new radical air assault planes" (Fox News op ed)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

50:17- John Solomon, award-winning investigative journalist, founder of "Just The News," and the host of “Just the News, No Noise” on the Real America’s Voice network Topic: Trump's administration changes, tariffs, push to reopen Alcatraz, other news of the day 59:29- Dr. Betsy McCaughey, New York Post columnist, former Lt. Gov. of NY State, Chairwoman and founder of the Committee to Reduce Infection Deaths Topic: "New Yorkers get slammed yet again by a state budget that LITERALLY robs them blind" (New York Post op ed) 1:23:57- Lt. Col. Chuck DeVore (Ret.), Chief National Initiatives Officer at the Texas Public Policy Foundation who served as a Republican member of the California State Assembly from 2004 to 2010 Topic: Houthi strike on Israeli airport 1:33:34- Mike Connors, Attorney at Law at Connors & Sullivan and host of "Ask the Lawyer," airing Saturdays at 6 p.m. and Sundays at 11 a.m. on AM 970 The Answer Topic: Estate Planning Gone Wrong 1:45:26- Joe Concha, Fox News contributor, Media and Politics columnist for The Hill. and the author of the new book "The Greatest Comeback Ever" Topic: His new book, other news of the day 1:59:57- Gordon Chang, Asia expert, columnist and author of "China is Going to War" Topic: Trump says he won't drop tariffs to bring China to the negotiating tableSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg Sindelar, CEO of the Texas Public Policy Foundation, joins James Poulos to discuss the future of conservatism in Trump's America. They discuss how the new administration will work with states like Texas to tackle issues like border security, immigration reform, and cartel violence. Will Trump dismantle the administrative state? How will this and the rise of AI change public education? This new era of American politics is confronting the rise of tech-authoritarianism as the American spirit makes a comeback in a post-woke America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

48:58- Hogan Gidley, Former National Press Secretary for the Trump campaign, former White House Deputy Press Secretary, and a Newsmax contributorTopic: Trump's executive orders, latest from the Trump administration 1:00:27- Jim McLaughlin, pollster, strategic consultant, and CEO and Partner of McLaughlin & AssociatesTopic: Polling for the first 100 days of Trump's second term 1:10:48- Col. Jack Jacobs, a retired colonel in the United States Army and a Medal of Honor recipient for his actions during the Vietnam WarTopic: Trump's peace plan for Russia and Ukraine, Russia blamed for overnight Kyiv strike that killed 9 people 1:23:50- Thomas Homan, Border Czar for the Trump administrationTopic: Taking action after California prepares to release illegal immigrant who killed two teens 1:44:31- Lt. Col. Chuck DeVore (Ret.), Chief National Initiatives Officer at the Texas Public Policy Foundation who served as a Republican member of the California State Assembly from 2004 to 2010Topic: "South Carolina’s Play To Nullify Tariffs In 1832 Failed Spectacularly. Newsom’s Will Too" (Federalist op ed) 1:58:27- Alan Dershowitz, Harvard Law Professor Emeritus, host of "The DerShow," and the author of "The Ten Big Anti-Israel Lies: And How to Refute Them with Truth"Topic: Latest on SCOTUS parental rights case, other legal news 2:06:29- Danny Coulson, Former Deputy Assistant Director of the FBI and Founding Commander of the FBI Hostage Rescue TeamTopic: FBI assessment finds the Venezuelan government uses Tren de Aragua to undermine US public safety See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For too long, the southern border of the U.S. has been a vulnerability for American national security, sovereignty, and immigration policymaking. And with Texas bearing the brunt of the border crisis, what do these challenges and dangers to the American people look like? Melissa Ford, Policy Director for the Texas Public Policy Foundation's (TPPF) Secure and Sovereign Texas campaign, warns about the major security and sovereignty threat from Mexican drug cartels. She also calls for stronger comprehensive policies to uphold American values of legal immigration, national security, and the rule of law.Learn more about TPPF at www.texaspolicy.com!Melissa's TPPF profile: https://www.texaspolicy.com/about/staff/melissa-fordSupport the showVisit georgewashingtoninstitute.org to sign up for our e-mail list! The site is the one-stop shop of all things Friends & Fellow Citizens and George Washington Institute!JOIN as a Patreon supporter and receive a FREE Friends & Fellow Citizens mug at the $25 membership level!IMPORTANT NOTE/DISCLAIMER: All views expressed by the host are presented in his personal capacity and do not officially represent the views of any affiliated organizations. All views presented by guests are solely those of the interviewees themselves and may or may not reflect the views of their affiliated organizations, the host, Friends & Fellow Citizens, and/or The George Washington Institute.

Grover Norquist, President of Americans for Tax ReformTopic: Trump's reciprocal tariffs Katie Cherkasky, former federal prosecutor and military veteranTopic: Charges against Eric Adams dropped Daniel Hoffman, Ret. CIA Senior Clandestine Services Officer and a Fox News ContributorTopic: Putin envoy in the U.S. for talks with the Trump administration Jack Brewer, Former NFL Player, Trump appointee, and Federal Commissioner and Chairman of The Jack Brewer FoundationTopic: Texas high school football star stabbed in the heart at track meet Larry Elder, host of "The Larry Elder Show" on the Salem Radio Network, author of "As Goes California: My Mission to Rescue the Golden State and Save the Nation" and the host of the "We’ve Got A Country to Save" podcastTopic: Alaska cruise, latest political news of the day Lt. Col. Chuck DeVore (Ret.), Chief National Initiatives Officer at the Texas Public Policy Foundation who served as a Republican member of the California State Assembly from 2004 to 2010Topic: "3 Ways China Could Strike Taiwan And What It Means For The U.S." (The Federalist op ed)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: Big federal (DOJ) investigation, indictments, and raids of so-called “game room” across the Harris County region demonstrate what I have been saying about these places. Interestingly it was the feds doing the work. Why, in so many other places across Texas, are local law enforcement, including district attorneys, so uninterested in these places? Who, if anyone, is on the take from the illegal game room gambling racket in your town?Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick tells Texas House leadership it is “time to get into action.” I give you the main reasons the House routinely runs out the clock instead of getting busy with bill debate early.Texas Senate passes bill to stop people from changing their sex on their Texas birth certificates.House education committee advances School Choice legislation. Texas' carefully crafted School Choice program from the Texas Public Policy Foundation.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

In this episode of The Right Idea, host Brian Phillips, Chief Communications Officer at the Texas Public Policy Foundation, sits down with Texas State Representative Caroline Harris Davila from House District 52. Elected at just 28 years old, Rep. Harris Davila made waves as the Freshman Legislator of the Year, sending 13 bills to Governor Abbott's desk in her first session. We dive into her groundbreaking work on healthcare transparency with SB 490, her push for the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) caucus, and her new bills tackling healthcare costs and HOA overreach in 2025.

On March 26 the Texas House Committee on State Affairs heard public testimony on HJR 98, a clean Article V application for proposing fiscal restraints, jurisdictional constraints, and term limits on the federal government and its officials. Texas was state #11 to pass COS Action's resolution, but that legislation had an expiration date. HJR 98 would ensure Texas remains at the forefront of the COS movement. After an opening statement by State Representative Cody Vasut, several other locals spoke, including Texas resident Mark Meckler and a representative from the Texas Public Policy Foundation. Opponents also showed up to testify, including reps from the Soros-connected Common Cause and Eagle Forum. After a closing statement from Rep. Vasut, Regional Director Jonathan Viaud reacts to the hearing with Andrew Lusch. They discuss the Texas team's strategy for the hearing and what happens next in the process.

James Quintero is the Policy Director for the Taxpayer Protection Project of the Texas Public Policy Foundation. James joins the show to discuss property taxes in Texas, proposals to reign them in, M&O taxes paying for bond debt, and much more. https://www.texaspolicy.com/ https://x.com/JamesQuinteroTX

Robert Henneke, Executive Director at the Texas Public Policy Foundation, talks with Kirk Avery about the work TPPF does defending liberty in Texas. They also discuss opportunities for Regents juniors/seniors through the Texas Scholars Program that aim to give students hands-on experience in a think-tank environment over the course of a semester.

While some Liberal Americans claim they would flee the United States to escape the second Trump administration, only a small crop of the rich and famous followed through on the threat. Chief National Initiatives Officer at the Texas Public Policy Foundation, Chuck DeVore recently wrote a piece for FOX News Digital dubbing the bunch "Donald Dashers." Chuck notes that the small bunch who left the U.S. is dwarfed by those relocating from Democratic to Republican regions.  Chuck and Jason also discuss the Democrat's declining popularity and their predictions for the 2026 midterms. Bring on the stupid: A thief stole a gold toilet worth more than $6 million from an English Palace and then got caught. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back to the EPPiC Broadcast! Our latest episode features Andrew Brown, Vice President of Policy at the Texas Public Policy Foundation, and an attorney who has represented families harmed by the child welfare system. Today, he talks about recent and future changes in the Texas welfare laws, with a special focus on a bill requiring CPS workers to inform parents of their rights in an investigation. He also discusses the “civil death penalty” – termination of parental rights – and the reforms it needs. Relatedly, the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Texas recently praised the TX Legislature for its recent CPS reforms, and urged it to consider changes to the procedures for parental rights terminations. You can find the video of his remarks here: https://x.com/TPPF/status/1895528525651984683The EPPiC Broadcast is hosted by Michael Ramey, president of the Parental Rights Foundation. You can sign up for email alerts to keep yourself informed on parental rights news at https://parentalrightsfoundation.org/get-involved/.Support the show

00:37- Mardi Gras, Lent, Boston Mayor Wu 16:09- Gene Hackman death 36:39- Chris Swecker, attorney who served as assistant director of the FBI for the Criminal Investigative Division from 2004 to 2006 Topic: Top New York FBI Field Office official James Dennehy forced to retire 50:55- John Solomon, award-winning investigative journalist, founder of "Just The News," and the host of “Just the News, No Noise” on the Real America’s Voice network Topic: Trump's congressional address tomorrow, other news of the day 59:15- Col. Kurt Schlichter, Attorney, Retired Army Infantry Colonel with a Masters in Strategic Studies from the United States Army War College, Senior Columnist at Town Hall, and the author of "We'll Be Back: The Fall & Rise of America" Topic: Trump cutting off weapons to Ukraine 1:11:35- K.T. McFarland, Former Trump Deputy National Security Advisor and the author of "Revolution: Trump, Washington and 'We The People'” Topic: Tariffs going into effect today, latest in U.S.-Ukraine relations 1:27:31- Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis, Representative for New York's 11th Congressional District Topic: Andrew Cuomo's mayoral bid, Trump's congressional address tonight 1:36:27- Laine Schoneberger, Chief Investment Officer, Managing Partner, and Founder of Yrefy Topic: New administration's impact on student loans 1:48:23- Lt. Col. Chuck DeVore (Ret.), Chief National Initiatives Officer at the Texas Public Policy Foundation who served as a Republican member of the California State Assembly from 2004 to 2010 Topic: "The predictable outcome of California’s green energy policies has arrived and it's a disaster" (Fox News op ed) 2:10:43- Congressman Jeff Van Drew, Republican representing New Jersey's 2nd Congressional District Topic: Preview of Trump's addressSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guests: Mollie Hemingway & Mark P. Mills Host Scot Bertram talks with Mollie Hemingway, senior journalism fellow at Hillsdale College and editor-in-chief at The Federalist, about the first month of President Donald Trump’s second term in office. And Mark P. Mills, senior fellow at the Texas Public Policy Foundation and director of the National Center on […]

Guests: Mollie Hemingway & Mark P. Mills Host Scot Bertram talks with Mollie Hemingway, senior journalism fellow at Hillsdale College and editor-in-chief at The Federalist, about the first month of President Donald Trump's second term in office. And Mark P. Mills, senior fellow at the Texas Public Policy Foundation and director of the National Center on Energy Analytics, talks about the economics and future of electric vehicles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Plus, a Texas Senate committee advanced a bill on Thursday that would give teachers a $4 billion pay raise, and U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins spoke at a Texas Public Policy Foundation event in Austin.

Foreign policy was a major pain point during the 2024 presidential campaign and one thing that could be agreed upon was the global threat posed by the Chinese Communist Party. Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR) has written a book, "Seven Things You Can't Say About China" where he aims to give an honest, unflinching look at the threats posed by China. Sen. Cotton joined the Rundown to break down how China became America's most dangerous enemy, the subtle ways China has infiltrated the United States, and how we must respond as a nation. The avian flu is causing massive price increases in the egg industry, with some farms being forced to cull their entire flock to avoid further spread of the disease. The rising costs have been seen in supermarkets across the country, with the average price for a dozen eggs sitting around five dollars. These high prices have trickled down to restaurants too, with many increasing menu prices to keep pace with the climbing egg fares. Chief Operations Officer of Green Eggs Cafe Stephen Slaughter joins the Rundown to discuss the rise in cost for his company, what he has been hearing from his egg distributors, and the challenges that have faced the industry in the last five years. Plus, commentary from Chief National Initiatives Officer at the Texas Public Policy Foundation, Chuck DeVore. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Foreign policy was a major pain point during the 2024 presidential campaign and one thing that could be agreed upon was the global threat posed by the Chinese Communist Party. Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR) has written a book, "Seven Things You Can't Say About China" where he aims to give an honest, unflinching look at the threats posed by China. Sen. Cotton joined the Rundown to break down how China became America's most dangerous enemy, the subtle ways China has infiltrated the United States, and how we must respond as a nation. The avian flu is causing massive price increases in the egg industry, with some farms being forced to cull their entire flock to avoid further spread of the disease. The rising costs have been seen in supermarkets across the country, with the average price for a dozen eggs sitting around five dollars. These high prices have trickled down to restaurants too, with many increasing menu prices to keep pace with the climbing egg fares. Chief Operations Officer of Green Eggs Cafe Stephen Slaughter joins the Rundown to discuss the rise in cost for his company, what he has been hearing from his egg distributors, and the challenges that have faced the industry in the last five years. Plus, commentary from Chief National Initiatives Officer at the Texas Public Policy Foundation, Chuck DeVore. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Foreign policy was a major pain point during the 2024 presidential campaign and one thing that could be agreed upon was the global threat posed by the Chinese Communist Party. Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR) has written a book, "Seven Things You Can't Say About China" where he aims to give an honest, unflinching look at the threats posed by China. Sen. Cotton joined the Rundown to break down how China became America's most dangerous enemy, the subtle ways China has infiltrated the United States, and how we must respond as a nation. The avian flu is causing massive price increases in the egg industry, with some farms being forced to cull their entire flock to avoid further spread of the disease. The rising costs have been seen in supermarkets across the country, with the average price for a dozen eggs sitting around five dollars. These high prices have trickled down to restaurants too, with many increasing menu prices to keep pace with the climbing egg fares. Chief Operations Officer of Green Eggs Cafe Stephen Slaughter joins the Rundown to discuss the rise in cost for his company, what he has been hearing from his egg distributors, and the challenges that have faced the industry in the last five years. Plus, commentary from Chief National Initiatives Officer at the Texas Public Policy Foundation, Chuck DeVore. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this Salcedo Storm Podcast: Brian Phillips is the Chief Communications Officer for the Texas Public Policy Foundation. As a veteran of presidential, congressional, and gubernatorial campaigns, Brian Phillips has helped policymakers and political candidates develop effective messages and communication strategies for over a decade.

Join us on #TexasValuesReport with special guest @SteveTothTX, State Representative, District 15, and host Jonathan Saenz, President & Attorney for Texas Values as they discuss legislation filed by Rep. Toth. Follow Representative Steve Toth on X @Toth_4_Texas Save the date for Texas Faith & Family Day at Texas Public Policy Foundation and the Texas Capitol on March 6th. Register today! https://texasfaithandfamily.com/ Visit https://www.eaglepeakshootingrange.com/ to support our good friend Jim Day; owner of shooting ranges, who shares your values. Read our press release: Read our press release: https://txvalues.org/breaking-trump-doj-drops-charges-against-texas-child-sex-change-whistleblower-dr-eithan-haim/ Sign up for text alerts by texting the word TXVALUES to 797979 Save the date for Texas Faith & Family Day at Texas Public Policy Foundation and the Texas Capitol on March 6th. Register today! https://texasfaithandfamily.com/ Help us build our channel so we can maintain a culture of Faith, Family, & Freedom in Texas by interacting with us; like, comment, share, subscribe! For more about Texas Values see: Txvalues.org To support our work, go to donate.txvalues.org/GivetoTexasValues

0:00 - Blago on pardon 14:14 - Dismissal of case against Eric Adams 27:35 - Margaret "We have so much to get through" Brennan interviews USAID worker whose identity is concealed...targeted by a billionaire 50:13 - National political reporter, Salena Zito, reflects on her decade of covering President Trump. To get Salena’s latest SalenaZito.com 01:03:42 - In-depth History with Frank from Arlington Heights 01:07:26 - Former Chief Asst. U.S. Attorney & Contributing Editor at National Review, Andrew McCarthy: The Courts Are Slowing Trump Down, Not Necessarily Stopping Him. Follow Andy on X @AndrewCMcCarthy 01:27:43 - President at Wirepoints, Ted Dabrowski, is still waiting for the punchline from Pritzker's "Lake Illinois" gag. Get Ted’s latest at wirepoints.org 01:40:29 - Wheaton College 01:59:13 - Chief Transformation Officer at the Texas Public Policy Foundation, Joshua Treviño: Yes, there is a Mexican state-cartel alliance. For more on the Texas Public Policy Foundation texaspolicy.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:38- Super Bowl 37:02- Hostage Releases 52:23- Hogan Gidley, Former National Press Secretary for the Trump campaign, former White House Deputy Press Secretary, and a Newsmax contributor Topic: Trump to announce another new tariff, latest from the Trump administration 1:05:02- Dr. Ben Dworkin, Founding Director of the Rowan Institute for Public Policy & Citizenship at Rowan University in Glassboro, NJ Topic: Bill Spadea's pitch for a New Jersey DOGE 1:14:05- Lt. Col. Chuck DeVore (Ret.), Chief National Initiatives Officer at the Texas Public Policy Foundation who served as a Republican member of the California State Assembly from 2004 to 2010 Topic: Latest in Gaza 1:26:18- Russ Salzberg, longtime NY sports commentator and the host of the "Get a Load of This" podcast, which can be viewed on the YES App Topic: Big Game recap 1:48:18- Raymond Arroyo, managing editor & host of "The World Over" on EWTN, host of the "Arroyo Grande" podcast, and a Fox News contributor Topic: Big Game in New Orleans 2:10:26- Councilwoman Inna Vernikov, Republican Member of New York City Council representing the 48th District Topic: Quitting the New York City Council's Women's Caucus in protest of its "anti-Israel" agendaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 In the second hour, Penna's guest is Jason Isaac with the Texas Public Policy Foundation. Jason will talk with her about the Energy Changes Under the Trump Administration. Connect with us on Facebook at facebook.com/pointofviewradio and on Twitter @PointofViewRTS with your opinions or comments. Looking for just the Highlights? Follow us […]

01:15- Holocaust Remembrance Day, North Carolina 14:12- Mourning Rabbi Herson 37:05- Columbia, COVID-19 vaccine 51:53- Daniel Hoffman, Ret. CIA Senior Clandestine Services Officer and a Fox News Contributor Topic: John Ratcliffe's confirmation, CIA's assessment of the lab leak theory 1:01:49- Joseph diGenova, former U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Topic: Legalities of birthright citizenship 1:13:15- Ed Broyhill, Entrepreneur and North Carolina Republican National Committeeman Topic: Trump's visit to North Carolina 1:28:01- Frank Morano, Radio Talk Show Host, Former Producer of "The Joe Piscopo Show" and a Republican candidate for New York City Council 1:40:24- Assemblyman Dov Hikind, former New York State Assemblyman and the son of holocaust survivors Topic: 80th Anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz 1:50:25- Lt. Col. Chuck DeVore (Ret.), Chief National Initiatives Officer at the Texas Public Policy Foundation who served as a Republican member of the California State Assembly from 2004 to 2010 Topic: Pete Hegseth confirmation, Trump's visit to California 2:03:48- Art Del Cueto, Vice-President of the National Border Patrol Council Topic: U.S.-Columbia deal on deportations, latest in the border crisis 2:13:43- Dr. Betsy McCaughey, New York Post columnist, former Lt. Gov. of NY State, Chairwoman and founder of the Committee to Reduce Infection Deaths Topic: "Trump’s pink slip for WHO was a good first step toward keeping Americans healthy" (New York Post op ed)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joe's Premium Subscription: www.standardgrain.comGrain Markets and Other Stuff Links-Apple PodcastsSpotifyTikTokYouTubeFutures and options trading involves risk of loss and is not suitable for everyone.A bipartisan group of senators has reintroduced the Farm to Fly Act to speed up the production of SAF. The legislation would clarify SAF eligibility in the USDA's current bioenergy programs and expand markets for crops used in SAF production. It would also clarify the federal definition of SAF for USDA purposes and promote more collaboration on aviation biofuels within the USDA. Six senators from the Midwest reintroduced the bill. Agriculture, aviation, and energy groups have all expressed support for the legislation. The reintroduction came one day after President Donald Trump signed an executive order freezing any new federal rules for 60 days, including the 45Z tax credit guidance.USDA reported a flash sale of corn on Wednesday. US exporters sold 136,000mt (5mil bushels) of corn to unknown destinations for delivery during the 2024/2025 marketing year. Current marketing year corn sales are the third best in the last ten years.China has suspended Brazilian soybean shipments from five companies. China's General Administration of Customs halted the shipments after finding pesticides and pests during a routine inspection. Authorities did not release the number of cargoes or the volume of soybeans affected by the suspension. However, the Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture reported that the ban is not expected to affect Brazil's overall soybean exports to China. The ministry is expected to provide China with the necessary information to lift the temporary suspensions. The firms included in the ban are some of the largest soybean suppliers to China.Weather forecasts for southern Brazil and Argentina have turned slightly wetter. Rains are slated to return to southern Brazil and northern Argentina by Sunday. Southern Brazil, in particular, should see widespread coverage during the next 5 days. The 5-10 day period introduces slightly better rainfall for key Argentina soybean areas. This morning's extended GFS model, however, is again drier for much of Argentina's soybean country. Despite the rain, parts of Argentina, including Buenos Aires, may remain drier than normal.President Donald Trump is pressuring Russia to negotiate an end to the war with Ukraine. On Wednesday, Trump said that Russia needs to make a deal to end the war, or the US will impose tariffs, higher taxes, and sanctions on Russian imports. The same would apply to other countries providing financial support to Russia. It's unclear which specific Russian goods would be targeted, but Russia's main oil producers could be included. Tariffs, however, won't be overly impactful given that the US only imported about $4.6 billion worth of Russian goods in 2023, accounting for only 0.2% of total imports.President Donald Trump's nominee for Agriculture Secretary previously opposed ethanol and farm subsidies. Brooke Rollins served as president and CEO of the Texas Public Policy Foundation from 2003 to 2018. During that time, the organization claimed that government support for ethanol led to an increase in emissions and a rise in food and fuel prices. In 2016, while Rollins remained in her position with the nonprofit, the group advocated for the elimination of farm subsidies. Despite Rollins' controversial history on policies affecting farmers, more than 400 state and national agricultural groups endorsed her to lead the USDA.

00:38- Joe Sibilia's Birthday 16:53- Propane, Joe Costanza 37:14- Lt. Col. Chuck DeVore (Ret.), Chief National Initiatives Officer at the Texas Public Policy Foundation who served as a Republican member of the California State Assembly from 2004 to 2010 Topic: 1,500 troops sent to U.S.-Mexico border 50:42- Nicole Parker, Special Agent with the FBI from 2010 through October 2022 and a Fox News contributor Topic: Trump's FBI overhaul 1:02:59- Birthright 1:25:06- Corey Lewandowski, Trump 2024 Senior Official Topic: Trump's first week in office 1:35:51- Liz Peek, Fox News contributor, columnist for Fox News and The Hill, and former partner of major bracket Wall Street firm Wertheim & Company Topic: "Donald Trump is our president and Democrats have no idea what to do" (Fox News op ed) 1:46:16- Bachelor parties 2:00:29- Rich Lowry, Editor of the National Review and the author of "The Case for Nationalism" Topic: "Disco never died, it was waiting for Trump: How new prez won the political and cultural center" (New York Post op ed) 2:09:19- Congressman Jeff Van Drew, Republican representing New Jersey's 2nd Congressional District Topic: Laken Riley ActSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fires continue to rage in California as politicians are pointing fingers at who is responsible for the mismanagement of resources that could have helped prevent the blazes across Los Angeles County. Meanwhile, in the nation's capital, the Supreme Court is weighing the future of the ownership of TikTok, deciding on a bill that President Biden passed that said the parent company, Chinese-operated ByteDance, must divest from the social media company. FOX News Sunday anchor and host of the Livin' The Bream podcast, Shannon Bream, joins the Rundown to discuss the political fallout of the California wildfires, how the legal battle over TikTok could play out, and previews who she will have on FOX News Sunday. Cryptocurrency continues to be all the rage, with Bitcoin more than doubling in the past year. Even with all the buzz surrounding crypto and President-elect Donald Trump pledging to make the US the "crypto-capitol of the planet," many don't understand exactly what it is. Chris Giancarlo, Former Chairman of the Commodities Future Trading Committee and author of Cryptodad: The Fight For The Future Of Money joins special guest host Dana Perino to explain in simple terms: what is Bitcoin, and how does it work? Don't miss the good news with Tonya J. Powers. Plus, commentary from former California State Assemblyman and Chief National Initiatives Officer at the Texas Public Policy Foundation, Chuck DeVore. Photo Credit: AP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

50:43- Lt. Col. Chuck DeVore (Ret.), Chief National Initiatives Officer at the Texas Public Policy Foundation who served as a Republican member of the California State Assembly from 2004 to 2010Topic: "Government mismanagement, not climate change, is to blame for California's destructive wildfires" (Fox News op ed) 1:00:57- Hans von Spakovsky, Manager of the Heritage Foundation's Election Law Reform Initiative and Senior Legal Fellow at the Edwin Meese III Center for Legal and Judicial Studies Topic: SCOTUS denies Trump's request to stop his sentencing taking place today 1:08:44- Liz Peek, Fox News contributor, columnist for Fox News and The Hill, and former partner of major bracket Wall Street firm Wertheim & Company Topic: "Biden keeps insulting Americans with last minute moves. Republicans can stop it" (Fox News op ed)1:25:34- Councilman Joe Borelli, Minority Leader of the New York City Council & the author of "Staten Island in the Nineteenth Century: From Boomtown to Forgotten Borough"Topic: Mayor Adams' State of the City address, congestion tax1:35:52- Dr. Steve Turley, internationally recognized scholar, speaker, and author of "Fight!: How Trump and the MAGA Movement are Changing the World"Topic: How Jimmy Carter's Presidency led to MAGA, how the fires in California will turn it into a red state1:46:29- Larry Elder, host of "The Larry Elder Show" on the Salem Radio Network, author of "As Goes California: My Mission to Rescue the Golden State and Save the Nation" and the host of the "We’ve Got A Country to Save" podcastTopic: California wildfires2:00:52- Mike Davis, Founder of the Article III Project, Former Law Clerk for Justice Neil Gorsuch, and Former Chief Counsel for Nominations for the U.S. Senate Committee on the JudiciaryTopic: SCOTUS denies request to stop Trump sentencing today2:10:43- Scott LoBaido, Patriot artist and activistTopic: Arrest over congestion pricing protestSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carol M. Swain PHD: Born into abject poverty in rural southwest Virginia, Dr. Carol Swain, a high school dropout, went on to earn five degrees. Holding a Ph.D. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and an M.S.L. from Yale, she also earned early tenure at Princeton and full professorship at Vanderbilt where she was professor of political science and a professor of law. Today she is a sought-after cable news contributor, a best-selling author, a prominent national speaker, and an entrepreneur.In addition to having three Presidential appointments, Dr. Swain is a former Distinguished Senior Fellow for Constitutional Studies with the Texas Public Policy Foundation who has also served on the Tennessee Advisory Committee to the U.S. Civil Rights Commission, the National Endowment for the Humanities, and the 1776 Commission.Currently, she is a Senior Fellow with the Institute for Faith and Culture. An award-winning political scientist, cited three times by the U.S. Supreme Court, she has authored or edited 12 published books including the bestseller, Black Eye for America: How Critical Race Theory is Burning Down the House, Countercultural Living: What Jesus Has to Say About Life, Marriage, Race, Gender, and Materialism and the Adversity of Diversity: How the Supreme Court's Decision to Remove Race from College Admissions Criteria will Doom Diversity ProgramsDr. Swain is an expert on civil rights laws, critical race theory, American politics, evangelicalism, and race relations. Her television appearances include BBC Radio and TV, CSPAN, ABC's Headline News, CBS, CNN, Fox News, Newsmax and more.In addition, she has published opinion pieces in the New York Times, the Washington Post, the Wall Street Journal, the Epoch Times, the Financial Times, and USA Today.She is the founder and CEO of Carol Swain Enterprises, REAL Unity Training Solutions, Your Life Story for Descendants, and her non-profit, Be the People.Support the showFor more Informed Dissent visit our website at Informed Dissent Media Follow us on Social media @InformedDissentMedia

Carol M. Swain PHD: Born into abject poverty in rural southwest Virginia, Dr. Carol Swain, a high school dropout, went on to earn five degrees. Holding a Ph.D. from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and an M.S.L. from Yale, she also earned early tenure at Princeton and full professorship at Vanderbilt where she was professor of political science and a professor of law. Today she is a sought-after cable news contributor, a best-selling author, a prominent national speaker, and an entrepreneur.In addition to having three Presidential appointments, Dr. Swain is a former Distinguished Senior Fellow for Constitutional Studies with the Texas Public Policy Foundation who has also served on the Tennessee Advisory Committee to the U.S. Civil Rights Commission, the National Endowment for the Humanities, and the 1776 Commission.Currently, she is a Senior Fellow with the Institute for Faith and Culture. An award-winning political scientist, cited three times by the U.S. Supreme Court, she has authored or edited 12 published books including the bestseller, Black Eye for America: How Critical Race Theory is Burning Down the House, Countercultural Living: What Jesus Has to Say About Life, Marriage, Race, Gender, and Materialism and the Adversity of Diversity: How the Supreme Court's Decision to Remove Race from College Admissions Criteria will Doom Diversity ProgramsDr. Swain is an expert on civil rights laws, critical race theory, American politics, evangelicalism, and race relations. Her television appearances include BBC Radio and TV, CSPAN, ABC's Headline News, CBS, CNN, Fox News, Newsmax and more.In addition, she has published opinion pieces in the New York Times, the Washington Post, the Wall Street Journal, the Epoch Times, the Financial Times, and USA Today.She is the founder and CEO of Carol Swain Enterprises, REAL Unity Training Solutions, Your Life Story for Descendants, and her non-profit, Be the People.Support the showFor more Informed Dissent visit our website at Informed Dissent Media Follow us on Social media @InformedDissentMedia

Dr. Kevin Roberts joins Joshua Treviño of the Texas Public Policy Foundation to discuss his new book, Dawn's Early Light: Taking Back Washington to Save America. He outlines a plan to challenge the Washington establishment and shares personal insights from his journey. AN INSTANT NATIONAL BESTSELLER WITH A FOREWORD BY VICE PRESIDENT-ELECT J.D. VANCE Heritage […]