Issues & Ideas: News Analysis & Political Commentary

Issues And Ideas: News Commentary & Analysis With Chris DeBello May 24 2026

Join us for expert discussions and analysis on today's news, politics, space exploration, children's television and our members of the military who sacrificed their lives to protect freedom and liberty who we honor on Memorial Day.   (00:00) As Donald Trump and others want to award January 6 rioters taxpayer money what some of those rioters have done since Trump pardoned them are examined. (04:47) Rainer Zitelmann discusses the past, present and future of space exploration, how private efforts have made achievements as well as innovations and how a clear path for capitalism will build the future for these private efforts. (24:01) Joey Stewart, Director of the documentary What's The Story Wishbone, previews his film which tells the behind-the-scene story of this PBS show and explain why the TV show Wishbone is still loved by so many people of all ages. (34:45) In recognition of Memorial Day the speech made by President Ronald Reagan on June 6, 1984 on the 40th anniversary of D-Day is presented with Reagan answering a question many have about those who serve and sacrifice all they have. (47:37) Chris DeBello shares what the Bible teaches about those in the military who lost their lives in service and why they served.

Issues And Ideas: News Commentary & Analysis With Chris DeBello May 17 2026

Join us for expert discussions and analysis on today's politics, economy, health news, the Catholic Church sex scandal, investing and investment strategies along with a study of the Bible.   (00:00) Ryan Young, Senior Economist with the Competitive Enterprise Institute, gives his analysis of the most recent Consumer Price Index numbers, what they reveal about the U.S. Economy and how the numbers warn of what lies ahead. (12:22) Dr. Tyler Evans, CEO of the Wellness Equity Alliance, discusses the details about and reactions to the cases of Hantavirus along with the conditions which created these cases. (23:15) Mark Crawford, NJ State Director of Survivors Network Of Those Abused By Priests, reacts to the proposed victims settlement from the New York Archdiocese and how it protects the church more than heals the victims of sex abuse by priests. (33:55) Jimmy Lebenthal, CNBC Contributor and Partner/Chief Strategy Officer with Cerity Partners, shares how navigating the NYC subway system provides lessons for investing and developing investment strategies. (47:28) Chris DeBello looks at how the Bible gives direction about the use of God's Word.

Issues And Ideas: News Commentary & Analysis With Chris DeBello May 10 2026

Join us for expert discussions and analysis on today's politics, the Voting Rights Act, a House member who's MIA, prescription drug prices, car prices and the services of the Salvation Army along with a study of the Bible.   (00:00) The continued fallout from the U.S. Supreme Court ruling on redistricting, the importance of the Voting Rights Act and pending legislation which could restrengthen it. (06:22) The latest about a member of Congress from New Jersey who has been absent from Congress for over two months and the political impact. (13:02) Former U.S. Rep. Joe Cunningham, who's now a spokesperson with the Pharmacuetical Reform Alliance, shares the findings of a recent poll of Americans on the high cost of prescription drugs, who's to blame and what solutions are best. (25:17) Ray Shefska, Co-Founder of CarEdge, reveals the reasons why buying a preowned vehicle isn't always the best buy when it comes to price and what's creating this situation. (35:47) Major Brett DeMichael, Divisional Commander of the Salvation Army NJ, talks about the services the Salvation Army provides and how people in NJ can raise money for those programs in NJ via their 5-K. (47:33) Chris DeBello looks at all the Bible teaches about motherhood and honoring our moms on Mother's Day and every day.

Issues And Ideas: News Commentary & Analysis With Chris DeBello May 3 2026

(00:00) Lanny Davis, former Special Council to President Bill Clinton, shares stories from his life, political career and presents the elements of a path that can lead to a more unified and effective political process and system. (11:25) Attorney Anand Dash, partner in the Kennedys Law Firm, tells how a lack of transparency by a NJ town's leadership is leading to the construction of a data center and what concerns residents are expressing about the approval process and plans for the center. (30:39) Johnathan Morrison, Administrator of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, examines the tragedy of children dying from being left in cars and how these deaths can be prevented via the new ad campaign from the NHTSA. (39:01) Leah Van Nieuwburg, Coordinator with Aspire Youth Development, gives details about a program which offers New Jersey youths a path to enter the growing film industry in the state and how this program came about. (48:43) Chris DeBello looks at how the Bible teaches strength to withstand fear and intimidation.

Issues And Ideas: News Commentary & Analysis With Chris DeBello April 26 2026

Join us for expert honest analysis, news commentary and current events discussion about politics, healthcare, the environment, veterans and the Bible.   (00:00) Recent actions and comments by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and HHS about healthcare and vaccines are examined. (05:53) Dr. Robert Steinbrook, Health Research Group Director with Public Citizen, shares his analysis of the changes by HHS to children vaccine schedules along with the reasons behind them and the concerns they create. (18:27) Kevin J. Mooney, Investigative Journalist with Restoration News and The Daily Caller, reveals how and why political activism has taken over environmentalism as well as what the impact of that activism has been. (31:21) Actress and author Jennifer O'Neill discusses the alarming suicide rate among military veterans from PTSD and how the work at Hope & Healing At Hillenglade is helping our veterans cope and heal. (44:40) Chris DeBello tells what the Bible teaches about the importance and need of reading God's Word.