The Matt Lohmeier Show

The unapologetic pursuit of excellence was once what defined the true essence of what it means to be American. But now, we seem to have built a national identity around victimhood and mediocrity. How did we get here? And most importantly, is there anything we can do about it? Vivek Ramaswamy is an entrepreneur, political commentator, and New York Times best-selling author. Today, Vivek joins Matt to discuss his new book "Nation of Victims: Identity Politics, the Death of Merit, and the Path Back to Excellence." Vivek shares his views on the WEF, The Great Reset, stakeholder capitalism, and the cultural implications of ESG criteria. Tune in to learn more! Matt and Vivek also discuss modern American culture, national identity, and what we can do to save our country. Key Takeaways - Is America's national identity built around victimhood? (00:00) - The problem with our current national psyche and identity (01:07) - The connection between identity politics and the death of meritocracy (02:46) - Language's role in the transition of culture (07:15) - What does ESG mean? (10:41) - Lightning round questions (12:41) - Is capitalism oppressive? (16:20) - Vivek's views on the future of America's economy (20:13) Additional Resources - Connect with Matt [https://matthewlohmeier.com/contact] - Learn more about the Irresistible Revolution [https://matthewlohmeier.com/irresistible-revolution] This episode is brought to you by Patriot Mobile [https://www.patriotmobile.com/matthew-lohmeier/]. Get Vivek's book: Nation of Victims: Identity Politics, the Death of Merit, and the Path Back to Excellence [https://www.amazon.com/Nation-Victims-Identity-Politics-Excellence/dp/1546002960]. If you've enjoyed this podcast, please share and follow it on your favorite platform.

Ammon Bundy is a conservative activist and businessman currently running for Governor of the state of Idaho. Like several other ranchers in Idaho, Ammon experienced first-hand unlawful attacks by federal officials at his family ranch in 2014. Sick and tired of the rampant corruption and impunity present in our state Government, Ammon decided to run for Governor. His campaign aims to stop federal tyranny and advocates for protecting Idahoans' essential freedoms and Constitutional rights. Today, Matt interviews Ammon Bundy to learn more about his previous standoffs with the federal government in Nevada and Oregon, his time in federal prison and solitary confinement, and his current race for the Governor of Idaho. Tune in to find out more! Key Takeaways - Should Ammon Bundy be the next Governor of Idaho? (00:00) - Ammon's background and life journey (01:16) - 10 things you may not know about Ammon Bundy (08:21) - What really happened at Ammon's family ranch in 2014 (10:45) - Ammon's views on law enforcement and anti-gun laws (30:01) - How the federal government violates Oregon's ranchers' constitutional rights (37:17) - How Ammon became an activist protesting abuse by the federal government (45:50) - Ammon's arrest and time in prison (53:52) - Why Ammon decided to run for Governor of Idaho and his campaign goals (1:04:28) - Ammon's views on property taxes, parent's rights, and education (1:16:59) Additional Resources - Connect with Matt [https://matthewlohmeier.com/contact] - Learn more about the Irresistible Revolution [https://matthewlohmeier.com/irresistible-revolution] This episode is brought to you by Patriot Mobile [https://www.patriotmobile.com/matthew-lohmeier/]. If you've enjoyed this podcast, please share and follow it on your favorite platform.

The theory of evolution is the most widely accepted explanation of the origin and diversification of life on Earth. But is this theory as accurate as its proponents argue? Pathologist and author John Andelin joins Matt to discuss his book 'Evolution: Mask of Science.' John describes how the theory of evolution is based on untestable philosophical assumptions and metaphysical presuppositions. John and Matt discuss the history of evolutionary biological thought, Darwin's acknowledgments of the weaknesses of his theory, and mathematical challenges to the idea of evolution. Tune in to learn more! Key Takeaways - The problem with the theory of evolution (00:00) - What are the current views of evolutionary biologists? (09:40) - Is there any tangible evidence for evolution? (14:48) - Why evolution has become a new religion (18:02) - Evolution vs. creationism (20:46) - The differences between microevolution and macroevolution (26:28) - Why DNA testing doesn't necessarily prove evolution (34:33) - The truth about Earth's age (42:52) - Why Darwin's theory is so widely accepted (45:00) - Is there a case for intelligent design? (49:14) Additional Resources - Connect with Matt [https://matthewlohmeier.com/contact] - Learn more about the Irresistible Revolution [https://matthewlohmeier.com/irresistible-revolution] Mask Of Science [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCL_0eMTKH-CoR5cn2V1YaDg], John's YouTube Channel Read John's Book 'Evolution: The Mask Of Science' [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/23881590-evolution] This episode is brought to you by Patriot Mobile [https://www.patriotmobile.com/matthew-lohmeier/]. If you've enjoyed this podcast, please share and follow it on your favorite platform.

In the last decades, there's been an organized effort to eliminate any narratives that speak favorably of American History and our Founding Fathers. Perhaps the best example is Thomas Jefferson - a once-beloved founding father turned criminal by left-wing academics and activists. These alleged crimes include infidelity and a relationship with a 14-year-old slave. But is there actual evidence to support these claims? David Barton is an evangelical Christian political activist, author, and founder of Wallbuilders (wallbuilders.com [http://wallbuilders.com]). Today, David joins Matt to discuss his book 'The Jefferson Lies,' slavery and racism in America's founding era, and Jefferson's views on Christianity and the separation of church and state. Tune in to learn more! David also debunks some myths surrounding Thomas Jefferson and explains the problem with the evidence put forward by Jefferson's detractors. Key Takeaways - The truth about Thomas Jefferson (00:00) - What happened after David published 'The Jefferson Lies' (03:43) - Thomas Jefferson's views on slavery (12:48) - The problem with how college students learn American History (21:22) - What did Jefferson think about the separation of church and state? (27:39) - Debunking Jefferson's most famous myth (39:39) - Why our current education system is failing (46:46) Additional Resources - Connect with Matt [https://matthewlohmeier.com/contact] - Learn more about the Irresistible Revolution [https://matthewlohmeier.com/irresistible-revolution] This episode is brought to you by Patriot Mobile [https://www.patriotmobile.com/matthew-lohmeier/]. If you've enjoyed this podcast, please share and follow it on your favorite platform.

New research has found that Tell el-Hammam, a famous archeological site east of the Jordan river, was destroyed by a cosmic airburst. Many scholars have long believed that Tell el-Hammam is the infamous Biblical city of Sodom. Could the new evidence confirm this ancient legend? George Howard is a blogger, avocational scientist, and environmental business owner who has published several scientific papers on the Younger Dryas Impact Hypothesis. George joins Matt to discuss what he believes truly happened at Tell el-Hammam, uniformitarianism vs catastrophism, and how religion can inform and integrate with science. Tune in to find out more! Matt and George also discuss cosmic impactors, the formation of the Carolina Bays, and the Younger Dryas Impact Hypothesis. Key Takeaways - Did a cosmic airburst destroy this ancient biblical city? (00:00) - George's research on the archeological site of Tell el-Hammam (02:31) - The evidence of a catastrophic event in Jordan (15:27) - How George got into catastrophism and geology (22:36) - The truth about the Carolina Bays (27:26) - Why the Carolina Bays remain a controversial topic among scientists (34:47) - The connection between the Carolina Bays and Younger Dryas (51:55) - What really caused the extinction of the American megafauna (1:13:41) - Why mainstream science rejects catastrophism (1:22:45) Additional Resources: - Connect with Matt [https://matthewlohmeier.com/contact] - Learn more about the Irresistible Revolution [https://matthewlohmeier.com/irresistible-revolution] Guest Links and Resources: Donation Page of the CRG. All funds go research: https://cometresearchgroup.org/donate/ The CRG Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/thecometresearchgroup Premature rejection in science: The Case of the Younger Dryas Impact Hypothesis by Dr. James Lawrence Powell https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/00368504211064272 [https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/00368504211064272] Book Deadly Voyager: The Ancient Comet Strike that Changed Earth and Human History by Dr. James Lawrence Powell https://www.amazon.com/Deadly-Voyager-Ancient-Changed-History/dp/0578666774/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1661979018&sr=8-1 [https://www.amazon.com/Deadly-Voyager-Ancient-Changed-History/dp/0578666774/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1661979018&sr=8-1] The Complete Younger Dryas Impact Hypothesis Bibliography and Publication Archive: https://cosmictusk.com/younger-dryas-impact-hypothesis-bibliography-and-paper-archive/ [https://cosmictusk.com/younger-dryas-impact-hypothesis-bibliography-and-paper-archive/] Marc Young - Research on Magnetic Microspherules and the Younger Dryas https://youtu.be/y665-U47qqU [https://youtu.be/y665-U47qqU] George Howard Twitter: @cosmictusk If you've enjoyed this podcast, please share and follow it on your favorite platform. 👉 This episode is brought to you by Patriot Mobile [https://www.patriotmobile.com/matthew-lohmeier/].