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John talks about his trip to South Korea where he visited a pastor who is in prison over his faith. John and Maria also discuss the ongoing protests in Minneapolis as well as the Supreme Court hearing on state bans on transgender athletes.    Recommendations  A Practical Guide to Culture by John Stonestreet and Brett Kunkle  First Things article  Segment 1 – Crises South Korea and Minneapolis  Colson Fellows  Breakpoint article on Pastor Son  Fox article on church protest  Segment 2 – Supreme Court Hears Transgender Athletes Case  SCOTUS blog article  First Things article  Sen. Josh Hawley grills expert Democrat witness on if men can get pregnant  Segment 3 – Headlines  2026 World Watch Report  American Deaths to Exceed Births Faster Than Expected  New Heritage Foundation Report  ______________________   Watch Truth Rising, now available at truthrising.com/colson.   

76 Republicans Join Democrats In Funding Transgender Mutilation Surgeries & DEI! Trump Officially Pulls Out of WHO, Left Planning Massive Anti-ICE Riots Over Weekend As Megastorm Hits

We're using the slip opinion this time, see below for a link. Why the Court's majority is wrong in Bostock v. Clayton County Georgia (2020) (part 10 in a series) about the faulty assumption that unexamined and unexplained transgenderism premises about sex and gender are properly included under "sex discrimination" language in Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act --This continues to be a real hoot. Part 10: We continue our in-depth examination of sex, gender, and separation of powers in the US Supreme Court decision Bostock v. Clayton County, GA 590 U.S. 644 (2020): the Republican dispute, how to understand it, and what to do about it. We continue discussing and we finish with the Republican dissenting opinion of Justice Alito (joined by Thomas) from his II.D through to the end. Kavanaugh's dissent is next, and then we'll be done with this series. Part 10. https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/19pdf/17-1618_hfci.pdf The Republican Professor is a pro-separation-of-powers-rightly-construed podcast. The Republican Professor is produced and hosted by Dr. Lucas J. Mather, Ph.D. Warmly, Lucas J. Mather, Ph.D. The Republican Professor Podcast The Republican Professor Newsletter on Substack https://therepublicanprofessor.substack.com/ https://www.therepublicanprofessor.com/podcast/ https://www.therepublicanprofessor.com/articles/ YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRepublicanProfessor Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRepublicanProfessor Twitter: @RepublicanProf Instagram: @the_republican_professor

Educator, coach, scholar and author of the book Fair Game: Trans Athletes and the Future of Sports Dr. Anna Baeth joins us to break down some of the myths surrounding trans athletes, why sport matters and what we can strive for to make things better in the future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You've heard it repeated by nonaffirming Christians and right-wing politicians: “traditional values.”But listen closely — and notice what's missing.Honesty. Fidelity. Compassion. Justice. Kindness.So what are “traditional values,” really? Whose tradition are we talking about? From which era? From which culture? From which Bible — and whose Christianity?In this episode, we expose the myth of “traditional values,” how the phrase became a political weapon instead of a moral compass, and what real, Jesus-shaped values actually demand of us.Send us a private message. *Note: INCLUDE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS if you'd like us to answer. :-) Support the show

On this episode of The Federalist Radio Hour, Sarah Parshall Perry, vice president and legal fellow at Defending Education, joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to dive into the legal, cultural, and political ramifications that could result from the Supreme Court's evaluation of states' laws protecting women's sports. The Federalist Foundation is a nonprofit, and we depend entirely on our listeners and readers — not corporations. If you value fearless, independent journalism, please consider a tax-deductible gift today at TheFederalist.com/donate. Your support keeps us going.

Right-wing influencer Ashley St. Clair has a long history of transphobic behavior, including authoring a children’s book promoting those views. When she recently expressed regret for that past behavior, Elon Musk threatened to petition for sole custody of the child they share. Parker Molloy — writer and editor of the popular newsletter The Present Age — joins me to grapple with St. Clair’s apology, what accountability can look like in the public eye, and what happens when someone attempts to step off the outrage machine that once rewarded them. Read Parker’s piece: A Conservative Influencer Apologized for Her Anti-Trans Past. Elon Musk Is Trying to Take Her Kidhttps://www.readtpa.com/p/a-conservative-influencer-apologized Parker previously worked at Media Matters. You can listen to our deep dive into Elon Musk’s legal attacks on the organization here:https://omny.fm/shows/there-are-no-girls-on-the-internet/elon-musk-boosts-antisemitic-tweet-and-advertisersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A new transgender case is going before the Supreme Court this week, about sexually confused boys playing on girls' sports teams. Kevin and Bill discuss why the Supreme Court is even involved…whether we can opt out of the system…the similarity with 1920s Germany…and current Christian initiatives underway right now that you can contribute to — to amend the constitution and work toward restoring a biblically-ordered society.

Christopher Isherwood's own stories of pre-War Berlin; remembering Renee Nicole Good; U.S. top court hears trans student sports ban cases, a new survey confirms pediatric transgender healthcare can be life-saving, Malaysian authorities shut down an empty “gay friendly” hotel, the latest Human Rights Campaign U.S. queer quality of life poll finds deterioration under Trump, and billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott donates 45 million dollars to the queer youth crisis intervention and suicide prevention group The Trevor Project. All that and more this week when you discover “This Way Out”. Hosted this week by Lucia Chappelle and produced with Greg Gordon. “NewsWrap” reported this week by Michael Taylor Gray and Nico Raquel and produced by Brian DeShazor. Christopher Isherwood feature produced by Brian DeShazor with thanks to the Pacifica Radio Archives. Thanks also to Ann Northrup and Andy Humm of GayUSATV.org. Theme music: Kim Wilson. Additional music: Jethro Tull; Joel Grey; Bronski Beat. In our 38th year satisfying your weekly minimum requirement of LGBTQ news and culture!

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(The Center Square) - The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments in two cases on transgender athletes participating in girls' and women's sports. Advocates for state laws banning transgender participation said the definition of "sex" under Title IX will be central to a favorable ruling from the court. Little v. Hecox and B.P.J. v. West Virginia dealt with whether preventing transgender athletes from competing in girls' and women's sports violated Title IX, a federal law prohibiting sex discrimination. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

One of the first executive orders President Donald Trump signed after his inauguration last January was titled “Protecting Children from Chemical and Surgical Mutilation.” The order directed the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to produce a systematic review of pediatric transgender procedures and their impact on children within 90 days.In May 2025, HHS published a more than 400-page review, titled “Treatment for Pediatric Gender Dysphoria: Review of Evidence and Best Practices.” In November last year, an updated, peer-reviewed version was published with additional appendices and supplements.Leor Sapir, a senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute, is one of the report's main outside co-authors. In our in-depth interview, Sapir provides a detailed overview of the review's findings and conclusions.“We tried to be as factual and defensible as we possibly could,” he said.The goal of the report, he says, is to “engage with people in the medical profession who may not be aligned with the administration, but who do care about questions of medical evidence and medical ethics.”In this episode, he breaks down:- The prevalence of sex-changing procedures in the United States, as well as the reversal in approaches in various Scandinavian countries and in the UK.- How misleading and unscientific language was used by professionals across many fields to promote pediatric sex transitioning.- The role of the organization, World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH), in establishing “gender-affirming care” as the accepted standard.- How clinicians, in his view, distorted the principle of patient autonomy to increase pediatric sex change surgeries.There is one chapter in the report that everyone should read, Sapir said. And that is the chapter about ethics.“The question on everybody's mind is: Should we do it? That's an ethical question. And medical ethics is, you would hope, [what] governs the field of medicine,” he told me.Views expressed in this video are opinions of the host and the guest, and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Epoch Times.

Topics this week: Will AI slop take over in 2026? How AI-generated media is breaking our ability to tell what's real, and why rebuilding trust and virtue matters more than just better tech. AI manipulation + Iran protests: How AI can distort protest footage and narratives, making propaganda easier and truth harder to confirm in real time.Affirmative action after the 2023 Supreme Court ruling: Is affirmative action “dead,” what loopholes might remain, and what recent law school enrollment data suggests.Supreme Court likely to uphold transgender athlete bans: The conversation covers the legal argumentation, the Idaho and West Virginia cases, and how this may push decisions back to state-level authority. Listener Question: Spiritual transformation ==========Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith and Culture is a podcast from Talbot School of Theology at Biola University, which offers degrees both online and on campus in Southern California. Find all episodes of Think Biblically at: https://www.biola.edu/think-biblically. To submit comments, ask questions, or make suggestions on issues you'd like us to cover or guests you'd like us to have on the podcast, email us at thinkbiblically@biola.edu.

An employment tribunal has ruled that an NHS trust violated the dignity of a group of nurses by allowing a transgender woman to use female changing facilities at Darlington Memorial Hospital.The Chief Constable of West Midlands Police has announced his immediate retirement amid intense pressure over the handling of the Maccabi Tel Aviv match against Aston Villa.A new life-extending drug for prostate cancer is to be made available on the NHS in England.And customers across the East Midlands are complaining about the quality of a manufacturer's pork pies.

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Daniel Hoffman, Ret. CIA Senior Clandestine Services Officer and a Fox News ContributorTopic: Iran's assassination threat against President Trump Congressman Jeff Van Drew, Republican representing New Jersey's 2nd Congressional DistrictTopic: New Jersey energy crisis; Phil Murphy's final State of the State address and the incoming Mikie Sherrill administration Andrew McCarthy, Contributing Editor at National Review & Fellow at the National Review Institute, and a Fox News ContributorTopic: SCOTUS hearing on the transgender athlete bans Chris Swecker, attorney who served as assistant director of the FBI for the Criminal Investigative Division from 2004 to 2006 Topic: Latest ICE shooting; FBI search of the home o fa Washington Post reporter in classified documents probe Thomas Homan, Border Czar for the Trump administrationTopic: Latest ICE shooting in Minnesota Gordon Chang, Asia expert, columnist and author of "China is Going to War"Topic: China's trade surplus surging 20% to $1.2 trillion Rafael Mangual, senior fellow with and head of research for the Manhattan Institute’s Policing and Public Safety Initiative and a contributing editor of City Journal, and the author of "Criminal (In)Justice"Topic: New York's borough-based jail planSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Milwaukee police say members of the LGBTQ community have been victims of a recent string of robberies. And they're tied to online dating apps. State lawmakers hear emotional testimony on bills that would restrict transgender rights in Wisconsin. And, a new novel from a Milwaukee film professor has fans of horror movies in mind.

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The Renee Good narrative is collapsing in front of our eyes as even the legacy media is reporting non-narrative stories, like the fact that the ICE agent in the shooting actually had internal bleeding from the incident, and Rebbecca Good's ex-father in-law speaks from religious truth. Meanwhile, Tim Walz is asking to dox ICE officials, while closer to home Regina Romero in Tucson is asking for the same. Minneapolis Mayor Frye says don't fall for the bait and go home. Plus, transgender madness continues, Pinal Co. AG chimes in on ICE in Arizona, Oprah says there's a fat gene, Iran situation is grim, Thanadar wants to impeach Kristi Noem, and so much more.

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Join Jim and Greg for the Wednesday 3 Martini Lunch as they react to a lefty lawyer failing to define what a woman is to the Supreme Court, Michigan election officials refusing to clean up voter rolls, and new reports suggesting the mystery behind Havana Syndrome may finally be solved.First, they zero in on an ACLU lawyer who failed to define “girl,” “woman,” “man,” or “boy” when questioned by Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito during oral arguments over whether boys should be allowed to play girls' sports if they identify as girls. Jim says laws need to be precise and the left's arguments are always ambiguous and shifting.Next, Jim and Greg shake their heads at Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson's office refusing to assist the Macomb County clerk in removing non-citizens from the voter rolls. Jim leans on some epic 90's references to explain just how derelict Benson's office is on this issue.Finally, they're intrigued by new reports indicating the U.S. government may have identified the cause of Havana Syndrome, the mysterious and debilitating condition suffered by top U.S. military and intelligence officials in Cuba, China, the U.S. and other places around the world. And is it possible we used this same technology on the mission in Venezuela?Please visit our great sponsors:Improve your sleep with Brooklyn Bedding. Go to https://BrooklynBedding.com use promo code 3ML at checkout for 30% off sitewide—exclusive offer, support the show! Leave behind what's weighing you down with BetterHelp.  Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/3MLTake your personal data back with Incogni. Go to https://Incogni.com/3ML to get 60% off an Annual Plan.  New episodes every weekday. 

Kate Shaw, professor at the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School, co-host of the Supreme Court podcast Strict Scrutiny, and a contributing opinion Writer with the New York Times talks about the justices' responses to arguments in two cases involving transgender student athletes, plus other Supreme Court news.

The Supreme Court heard arguments for two landmark transgender athlete cases on Tuesday – one based in West Virginia and one in Idaho - both of which were brought by transgender women contesting the legality of their state's ban on transgender female athletes. USA TODAY Supreme Court Correspondent Maureen Groppe joins The Excerpt to share her analysis.Let us know what you think of this episode by sending an email to podcasts@usatoday.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Kate Shaw, professor at the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School, co-host of the Supreme Court podcast Strict Scrutiny, and a contributing opinion Writer with the New York Times talks about the justices' responses to arguments in two cases involving transgender student athletes, plus other Supreme Court news.

In this episode of the National Crawford Roundtable podcast the guys talk about the shooting of Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis by an ICE agent. They also discuss the unrest and protests in Iran, and the SCOTUS hearing oral arguments about transgenders playing in women's sports.

The Rod and Greg Show Rundown – Tuesday, January 13, 20264:20 pm: Utah Attorney General Derek Brown joins Rod and Greg to give his thoughts on today's Supreme Court oral arguments of two cases that could decide whether states can ban transgender men from participating in women's sports.4:38 pm: Victor Joecks, a columnist with the Las Vegas Review-Journal and contributor to the Daily Signal, joins the program to discuss his latest piece about why American needs more masculinity.6:05 pm: Senator Mike Lee joins the program for his weekly visit to discuss what's happening in Washington, D.C., and today they'll get his thoughts on the Supreme Court taking up transgender men in women's sports.  6:38 pm: Kai Schwemmer, Field Director for the Utah Federation of College Republicans, joins the program to discuss the results of a new study showing fewer young Mormons identified as Republicans in 2024 compared to 2020.

This Day in Legal History: Wong Kim ArkOn January 14, 1898, the Supreme Court of the United States issued its landmark decision in United States v. Wong Kim Ark, firmly establishing the doctrine of birthright citizenship under the Constitution.The case arose after Wong Kim Ark, born in San Francisco to Chinese parents who were not U.S. citizens, was denied reentry to the country following a trip abroad. Federal officials argued that because his parents were subjects of the Emperor of China and barred from naturalization, Wong Kim Ark was not a U.S. citizen.The Court rejected that position, holding that citizenship is determined by place of birth, not by the nationality or immigration status of one's parents. In a 6–2 decision, the Court relied heavily on the text and history of the Fourteenth Amendment.The majority emphasized that the Amendment codified the common-law rule that nearly all persons born on U.S. soil are citizens. This interpretation directly limited the government's ability to deny citizenship based on race or ancestry.The decision came at a time of intense anti-Chinese sentiment and restrictive immigration laws, including the Chinese Exclusion Act. By ruling in Wong Kim Ark's favor, the Court drew a clear constitutional boundary around congressional power over citizenship.The case has since served as the cornerstone for modern citizenship law in the United States. It remains one of the most frequently cited precedents in debates over immigration, nationality, and constitutional identity.The Supreme Court of the United States is expected to release one or more decisions as it resumes issuing opinions, while several major cases remain unresolved. Among the most closely watched is a challenge to sweeping tariffs imposed by President Trump. The justices typically do not announce in advance which cases they will decide, adding uncertainty to each decision day. The tariffs case, argued in November, raises significant questions about the scope of presidential authority and its economic consequences worldwide.Trump relied on a 1977 emergency powers statute to justify tariffs on nearly all U.S. trading partners, framing trade deficits and drug trafficking as national emergencies. During oral arguments, both conservative and liberal justices appeared skeptical that the statute authorized such broad trade measures. Lower courts have already ruled that Trump exceeded his authority, and his administration is now seeking reversal. The lawsuits were brought by affected businesses and a coalition of states, most led by Democrats. Other pending cases involve voting rights, religious liberty, campaign finance limits, the firing of a Federal Trade Commission official, and the legality of conversion therapy bans. Together, these disputes reflect a Court grappling with the limits of executive power and regulatory authority.Supreme Court set to issue rulings, with Trump tariffs case still pending | ReutersConservative justices on the Supreme Court appeared inclined to uphold state laws that bar transgender athletes from competing on female sports teams. The Court heard lengthy arguments in cases from Idaho and West Virginia, where lower courts had ruled in favor of transgender students challenging the bans. A majority of the justices expressed concern about adopting a nationwide rule amid ongoing debate over whether medical treatments can eliminate sex-based athletic advantages. Conservative members of the Court emphasized fairness and safety in women's sports, while liberal justices largely signaled support for the transgender challengers. The states argued that their laws lawfully classify athletes by biological sex and are necessary to preserve equal athletic opportunities for women and girls. Lawyers for the challengers contended that the bans discriminate based on sex or transgender status in violation of constitutional equal protection and federal education law. The Trump administration defended the state laws, urging the Court to leave policy decisions to legislatures rather than judges. The outcome could have far-reaching effects beyond sports, influencing other restrictions on transgender people in public life. A decision is expected by the end of June.US Supreme Court conservatives lean toward allowing transgender sports bans | ReutersA federal judge has ruled that Cornell University, Georgetown University, and the University of Pennsylvania must continue defending against a lawsuit alleging collusion in financial aid practices. The case claims that elite universities worked together to limit competition and give preferential treatment to wealthier applicants. U.S. District Judge Matthew Kennelly rejected the schools' efforts to dismiss the lawsuit, finding enough evidence for the claims to proceed to trial. The plaintiffs argue that the universities violated federal antitrust law over two decades by breaching promises not to consider applicants' financial circumstances. Several other prominent universities previously settled similar claims for a combined total of nearly $320 million, though the remaining defendants deny any wrongdoing. The lawsuit represents more than 200,000 current and former students seeking substantial damages. The judge pointed to evidence suggesting the schools coordinated financial aid policies to avoid competing against one another. He also concluded that the plaintiffs properly defined a nationwide market for elite private universities and filed their claims within the allowable time frame. The decision clears the way for a jury to determine whether the schools unlawfully inflated the cost of attendance.Cornell, Georgetown, UPenn must face lawsuit over financial aid | ReutersThe British Broadcasting Corporation has moved to dismiss Donald Trump's $10 billion lawsuit stemming from its editing of a January 6, 2021 speech. The broadcaster argues that a Florida court lacks authority over the case because the program was not broadcast in that state. It also contends Trump cannot show he suffered harm, noting that he was re-elected after the documentary aired. Trump alleges the BBC misleadingly combined excerpts of his speech in a way that implied he encouraged supporters to storm the U.S. Capitol, while excluding remarks calling for peaceful protest. The lawsuit asserts violations of Florida's deceptive and unfair trade practices law and seeks billions of dollars in damages across two claims. The BBC has acknowledged the editing error and apologized but maintains the lawsuit is legally flawed. In court filings, the broadcaster argues Trump failed to plausibly allege “actual malice,” a requirement for defamation claims brought by public officials. The BBC also disputes Trump's claim that the documentary was available to U.S. audiences via streaming platforms. It has asked the court to pause discovery while the dismissal motion is pending, citing unnecessary expense if the case is thrown out.BBC seeks to have Trump's $10 billion lawsuit dismissed | Reuters This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

The Supreme Court heard landmark arguments on state bans preventing transgender girls and women from competing in female sports, focusing on cases from Idaho and West Virginia. Several conservative justices signaled support for the bans, pressing attorneys on definitions central to equal‑protection claims. Justice Samuel Alito drew national attention when he repeatedly asked the lawyer for a transgender athlete to define “a man” and “a woman,” arguing that such distinctions are unavoidable if schools separate sports by sex. The exchange highlighted the Court’s struggle to balance fairness in women’s athletics with protections for transgender students. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Broeske & Musson' on all platforms: --- The ‘Broeske & Musson Podcast’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever else you listen to podcasts. --- ‘Broeske & Musson' Weekdays 9-11 AM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Facebook | Podcast| X | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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We start with President Donald Trump's message to Iranian protesters amid a brutal crackdown. We'll break down the latest turn of events in the Minnesota ICE shooting investigation. A top House Republican is threatening to hold the Clintons in contempt in a Jeffrey Epstein probe. We have takeaways from the Supreme Court hearing on transgender sports bans. Plus, the end of an era for this NFL team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Supreme Court hears cases challenging state law banning transgender girls and women from playing on school sports teams, and according to many news articles, a majority of Justices are leaning towards letting those laws stand; President Donald Trump tours a Ford pickup truck plant in Dearborn, Michigan before speaking at the Detroit Economic Club, as the Labor Department reports inflation in December rose 2.7 percent versus a year ago, 2.6 percent when not considering volatile food and energy prices; House takes up a bill to change a Biden-era definition of who is a tipped worker; President Trump encourages anti-government protesters in Iran, again telling them help is on the way, as the death toll reportedly tops 2,000; Congressional Progressive Caucus in the aftermath of ICE officer shootings calls for reforms of Immigration & Customs Enforcement 'militarized' tactics before any further federal funding is approved; House Republican leading the congressional investigation into Jeffrey Epstein says the Oversight Committee will move to hold  former President Bill Clinton in contempt after he did not show up today to testify under subpoena in a closed-door deposition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

GOP seems to be winning the culture war. Transgender athlete bans get Supreme Court review in landmark case. Mike Lyons, military analyst, talks about the US next steps in Venezuela. Authorities announce major bust in Canada's biggest gold heist ever. Fed's Powell denies perjury amid Congress probe on $2.5bn headquarters renovation. Bill and Hillary refuse to testify in Epstein probe. About 200 Texas A&M courses could change due to new restrictions on teaching gender, race. 

Marc Cox's Tuesday show covers a broad mix of national and local issues with tight focus. Hour 1 opens on Supreme Court battles over transgender athletes and the left's attacks on ICE, with Kim on a Whim addressing local pro-life and Missouri Amendment 3 issues. Hour 2 features John Lamping and Todd Piro on political and legislative developments. Hour 3 zeroes in on ICE operations, federal law enforcement challenges, and community controversies with Sgt. Betsy Brantner-Smith. Hour 4 dives into local debates over data centers with Derrick Ramert, constitutional and federal overreach with Ryan Wiggins, and Missouri's state income tax ahead of Governor Kehoe's State of the State address. Together, these hours weave national legal issues, law enforcement, and local governance into a focused narrative. #TransgenderAthletes #ICE #SanctuaryCities #DataCenters #MissouriPolitics #StateOfTheState #MarcCoxShow #KimOnAWhim #JohnLamping #ToddPiro #BetsyBrantnerSmith #DerrickRamert #RyanWiggins

Sophie B. Hawkins performs “Not Beating Around the Bush” (recording of her original song made exclusively for “This Way Out”) and reads an excerpt from “Mrs. Dalloway” by Virginia Woolf. SOPHIE B. HAWKINS is a U.S.-born singer-songwriter whose commercial success has been matched by her passionate advocacy for animal rights, and the equality of women and the queer community. In 1925, VIRGINIA WOOLF introduced the world to “MRS. DALLOWAY”, a groundbreaking novel that explores a single day in the life of an upper-class woman in post-World War I England. With its innovative stream-of-consciousness narrative, “Mrs. Dalloway” remains a landmark in modernist literature. In “NewsWrap” 106 people are roughly arrested in a late December raid on a gay nightspot in Baku, the capital city of Azerbaijan; ten people in France are convicted of online bullying for “maliciously” claiming that First Lady Brigitte Macron is transgender; a U.S. federal judge rules that teachers or other school officials can out trans students to their parents without their consent; while a different federal judge decides that “devoutly Christian” parents can prevent their children from learning about the mere existence of LGBTQ people in school; under pressure from the Trump administration and a lawsuit filed by “devoutly Christian” foster parent applicants, Massachusetts replaces policies specifically requiring foster parents to support LGBTQ children in their care with the more innocuous “based on their individual identity and needs”; and her wife Becca remembers Renee Nicole Good (written this week by GREG GORDON, edited by TANYA KANE-PARRY, produced by BRIAN DeSHAZOR, and reported by RET and MARCOS NAJERA). (written this week by GREG GORDON and TANYA KANE-PARRY, reported by RET and MARCOS NAJERA, and produced by BRIAN DeSHAZOR).

This Day in Legal History: Judge Robert W. Archbald ImpeachedOn January 13, 1913, Judge Robert W. Archbald of the U.S. Commerce Court was convicted by the U.S. Senate on articles of impeachment and removed from office, becoming one of the earliest federal judges ousted through this constitutional process. The House had impeached him the prior July on thirteen charges of corruption and misconduct, five of which the Senate upheld. Archbald had used his judicial position to secure favorable deals from railroads and coal companies—entities that regularly appeared before his court. These secretive contracts, executed through intermediaries to obscure his involvement, allowed him to purchase valuable coal lands below market value.One of the more egregious acts involved advising a railroad representative on how to amend legal pleadings to improve their chances of winning in court—a direct violation of judicial ethics. After a twenty-eight-year judicial career, Archbald's fall was swift. His defense largely relied on claims of pure motives, rather than denial of the facts. A senator observed afterward that Archbald was “convicted, not so much of being corrupt, as of lack of plain common sense,” noting his failure to grasp the ethical boundaries expected of judges.The Senate vote was overwhelming, with only five senators dissenting. Every former judge in the Senate, save one, voted to convict. Archbald's conviction marked the first successful impeachment for judicial corruption in U.S. history; earlier impeachments, like that of Judge Pickering in 1804, were rooted in issues like insanity, not unethical conduct. The case prompted calls for reform of the impeachment process itself, with suggestions to create a special judicial conduct court or authorize Senate committees to streamline trials. More broadly, the case had a chilling effect throughout public service, reinforcing ethical standards across all levels of government.Uber is facing a high-stakes sexual assault trial in Phoenix that could have sweeping implications for thousands of similar lawsuits. The case, brought by Oklahoma resident Jaylynn Dean, alleges that Uber failed to protect her from an assault by a driver in 2023. Dean claims Uber has long been aware of sexual assaults committed by drivers but has not taken adequate steps to improve rider safety. This trial marks the first federal bellwether case in a massive consolidation of over 3,000 lawsuits involving similar allegations.Uber maintains that it should not be held liable for criminal actions of independent contractors, arguing its safety features, background checks, and transparency are sufficient. Still, the company faces additional lawsuits in California state court and has been criticized for its historic lack of oversight and a culture focused more on growth than safety.A jury in a previous California case found Uber negligent but ruled that negligence wasn't a direct cause of harm. Uber tried to delay Dean's trial, claiming her attorneys influenced the jury pool with misleading advertisements, but the judge allowed proceedings to continue. The outcome could influence settlement talks, regulatory scrutiny, and investor confidence as Uber continues to defend its safety record.Uber faces sexual assault trial in Arizona that puts its safety record under scrutiny | ReutersThe U.S. Supreme Court is set to hear arguments in two high-profile cases challenging state laws in Idaho and West Virginia that bar transgender students from participating in female sports teams. While the court previously upheld a ban on gender-affirming care for minors in Tennessee, that ruling was seen as narrow. The decision to now consider sports-related bans has heightened concerns among transgender rights advocates about broader implications for legal protections.At the heart of these cases is whether such bans violate the Constitution's Equal Protection Clause or Title IX, which prohibits sex-based discrimination in education. Legal scholars warn that the court's ruling could shape future policies affecting transgender people beyond athletics—such as bathroom access, military service, and healthcare. The Supreme Court's conservative majority has previously supported limits on transgender rights, including allowing restrictions on gender markers for passports and banning transgender people from military service.Idaho's law is being challenged by Lindsay Hecox, a transgender college student who has since stopped playing sports, while West Virginia's ban is being challenged by 15-year-old Becky Pepper-Jackson, who has been allowed to compete under lower court rulings. The states argue the laws protect fairness in women's sports by preventing perceived competitive advantages. Lower courts have reached opposing conclusions on the legality of the bans, setting the stage for the Supreme Court to clarify whether restrictions based on biological sex or transgender status require heightened scrutiny.The Court may also have to decide whether its 2020 decision protecting transgender workers under Title VII extends to school settings under Title IX. Legal observers say this case could reshape how courts approach not just transgender rights but broader equal protection claims.US Supreme Court's next transgender rights battle could affect more than sports | ReutersThe U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear Citigroup's appeal in a lawsuit accusing the bank of enabling a major fraud at Mexican oil services company Oceanografía, effectively allowing the case to proceed. More than 30 plaintiffs—including bondholders, shipping firms, and Rabobank—allege that Citigroup's Banamex unit knowingly financed Oceanografía to the tune of $3.3 billion between 2008 and 2014, despite the company's mounting debt and fraudulent practices, including forged Pemex signatures.Oceanografía, which serviced Mexico's state-owned oil giant Pemex, collapsed in 2014 and was later declared bankrupt. Citigroup uncovered $430 million in fraudulent advances and was fined $4.75 million by the SEC in 2018 for inadequate internal controls. Plaintiffs argue Citigroup hid critical information while profiting from interest on the advances.At the center of the legal battle is whether bondholders can sue Citigroup under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO), which allows for triple damages. Citigroup contended their claims were standard securities fraud allegations not suited for RICO and pointed to conflicting rulings in other federal appeals courts. However, the 11th Circuit found the plaintiffs' claims plausible, noting it defied belief that a sophisticated bank like Citigroup was unaware of the fraud. By refusing to hear the appeal, the Supreme Court leaves that ruling intact and allows the lawsuit to move forward.US Supreme Court rebuffs Citigroup appeal in lawsuit over Mexican oil company fraud | ReutersThis week, my column for Bloomberg looks at an obscure but telling tax provision: the so-called NASCAR tax break.Dozens of tax provisions expired at the end of 2025, and Congress will soon debate whether to revive them. Among these is the motorsports entertainment complex depreciation break, which allows racetrack owners to write off their facilities over just seven years—a timeline far shorter than that allowed for buildings like housing or wastewater plants. Initially enacted in 2004 as part of the American Jobs Creation Act, the break was a reaction to a Treasury reclassification effort that would have extended depreciation timelines for motorsports. Rather than accepting the change, Congress locked in the favorable treatment to preserve the status quo.Since then, the provision has been extended repeatedly, despite no clear policy rationale or economic justification. Unlike other tax incentives that at least attempt to stimulate broader economic development, the NASCAR break benefits a narrow group of wealthy owners in a lucrative, sponsor-heavy industry. The economic spillover is minimal, and unlike subsidies for sports stadiums—which are themselves of dubious value—this break doesn't even offer the illusion of local benefit.Its survival has more to do with inertia and lobbying than public interest. Letting it remain expired would save money and demonstrate that the tax code isn't permanently rigged in favor of politically connected sectors. More broadly, the column argues for a disciplined framework to evaluate all expiring provisions based on economic efficiency, equity, administrability, and demonstrated value. 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In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark and Ethan discuss the Cardinals trading Nolan Arenado to the Arizona Diamondbacks and Mike Tomlin stepping down from the Pittsburgh Steelers Head Coach job. Mark is then joined by Ilya Shapiro, a Senior Fellow and Director of Constitutional Studies at the Manhattan Institute. He discusses the Supreme Court hearing arguments in two cases from both Idaho and West Virginia on transgender boys competing in girls sports. He's later joined by Mark Judge, a Journalist and Filmmaker. He discusses his latest piece in the "Chronicles" Magazine which is headlined, "Hogwarts from Hell: DC's Deep State High School". In hour 2, Sue hosts, "Sue's News" where she discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day and more. Mark is later joined by Ann Wagner, Missouri's Second District Congresswoman. She discusses the House passing her "Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act" which is designed to save the Federal Crime Victims Fund. In hour 3, Mark is joined by Jimmy Failla, the Host of Fox Across America which airs on 97.1 FM Talk every evening on 6p. He's also the Host of Fox News Saturday Night. Jimmy previews his comedy show that is coming to The Factory in Chesterfield as well as the latest trending political news. Mark is later joined by Dan Reardon, 97.1 FM Talk & KMOX's Golf Correspondent. He discusses Brooks Koepka's return to the PGA. They wrap up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.

In hour 3, Mark is joined by Jimmy Failla, the Host of Fox Across America which airs on 97.1 FM Talk every evening on 6p. He's also the Host of Fox News Saturday Night. Jimmy previews his comedy show that is coming to The Factory in Chesterfield as well as the latest trending political news. Mark is later joined by Dan Reardon, 97.1 FM Talk & KMOX's Golf Correspondent. He discusses Brooks Koepka's return to the PGA. They wrap up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.

In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark and Ethan discuss the Cardinals trading Nolan Arenado to the Arizona Diamondbacks and Mike Tomlin stepping down from the Pittsburgh Steelers Head Coach job. Mark is then joined by Ilya Shapiro, a Senior Fellow and Director of Constitutional Studies at the Manhattan Institute. He discusses the Supreme Court hearing arguments in two cases from both Idaho and West Virginia on transgender boys competing in girls sports. He's later joined by Mark Judge, a Journalist and Filmmaker. He discusses his latest piece in the "Chronicles" Magazine which is headlined, "Hogwarts from Hell: DC's Deep State High School".

In this segment, Mark is joined by Ilya Shapiro, a Senior Fellow and Director of Constitutional Studies at the Manhattan Institute. He discusses the Supreme Court hearing arguments in two cases from both Idaho and West Virginia on transgender boys competing in girls sports.

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As the Supreme Court prepares to hear a landmark case on transgender athletes in public school sports, Michael Smerconish explains today's Smerconish.com Daily Poll Question: "Should transgender women and girls be allowed to compete on women's sports teams at public schools?" Drawing on recent legal history, personal experience, and past Supreme Court rulings, Michael explores the tension between inclusion and competitive fairness—why he strongly supports transgender rights in the workplace, yet reaches a different conclusion when it comes to sports. A thoughtful, nuanced discussion of one of the most contentious cultural and constitutional debates facing the country today. Listen here, then vote! And please rate, review and share this podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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The Supreme Court is set to hear 7 cases over just 5 days next week, and many of them are going to define the 2026 term. On next week's docket: Transgender sports participation bans in West Virginia & IdahoGun restrictionsTrump's firing of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa CookWhether the Chevron oil company will have to pay fines for damage to Louisiana wetlandsPlus, a quick look at whether ousted Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro's case could make it up to the Supreme Court?And a special shout-out to Zach Goddard for best photos with 2b1c merch this holiday season!

As we step into a new year, we name the truth of this moment for LGBTQ+ lives and rights — without panic, without denial, and without losing hope. We talk about what's happening now, what 2026 may bring, and how we respond with courage, clarity, and love.This episode is for LGBTQ+ people, parents, allies, and anyone who refuses to let fear dictate the future.We unpack the political landscape, the shifts happening inside faith communities, the fierce resilience of LGBTQ+ youth, and the real, practical ways each of us can show up — for ourselves, for our families, and for the generations coming next.This is not a warning. It's a roadmap.A reminder that you are not powerless — and an invitation to love boldly in 2026.Send us a private message. *Note: INCLUDE YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS if you'd like us to answer. :-) Support the show