Day Break | Tulsi Out, Election Results In, and the Fight for America's Health

Day Break | Free Speech, Free For All Friday

Day Break | Free Speech, Free For All Friday --- 00:00 - Monologue FREE FOR ALL FRIDAY 38:16 - Monologue 47:14 – Rey "R.T." Trevino, Oil & Gas Expert and President of Pecos Country Energy. Trevino discusses concerns about U.S. oil reserves and whether America’s strategic energy stockpiles have reached historically low levels. He examines the state of domestic energy production, energy security, and the implications for fuel prices and national policy. 57:26 – Rep. Tim Walberg, U.S. Representative for Michigan’s 5th Congressional District and member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee and the House Education and Workforce Committee. Walberg discusses congressional debates surrounding the War Powers Act, funding for DHS and Border Patrol operations, and a recent subcommittee hearing examining his CARS Act legislation. 1:16:40 - Monologue 1:25:41 – Steve Dulan, professor and attorney. Dulan discusses efforts by some lawmakers to restrict or ban certain commonly owned handgun models, examining the constitutional, legal, and public policy questions surrounding the Second Amendment and firearm regulation. 1:35:40 – Oscar De la Rosa, attorney and former Miami City Council member. De la Rosa discusses recent Senate hearings involving Secretary of State Marco Rubio, including a widely publicized exchange in which Rubio criticized what he viewed as unserious or politically motivated questioning from Democratic lawmakers. 1:44:37 – Ivey Gruber, President of the Michigan Talk Network. Gruber discusses recent congressional hearings and the increasingly confrontational tone of political discourse in Washington. The conversation also touches on restoration projects in Washington, D.C., including improvements to the National Mall’s reflecting pools, along with a roundup of unusual and noteworthy headlines from the week. --- Check out our brand new podcast, 'Forgotten America'... Episode 17 is live NOW at Steve Gruber on YouTube! Link below: https://youtu.be/ULMlE_xv87Q [https://youtu.be/ULMlE_xv87Q]

Day Break | The Backlash Is Growing Across America

Day Break | The Backlash Is Growing Across America --- 00:00 - Monologue 19:12 – Joe Maxwell, President of the Farm Action Fund. Maxwell discusses the organization's new bipartisan Rural Independence Initiative, aimed at supporting candidates who advocate for healthy food systems and rural communities. The conversation focuses on the challenges facing family farms, concerns about corporate consolidation in agriculture, and efforts to strengthen rural economies and local food production. 38:20 - Monologue Featuring Ivey Gruber 47:18 – David A. Kallman, Senior Partner with the Kallman Legal Group. In this edition of the Kallman Legal Report, Kallman discusses Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPP lawsuits), explaining how such lawsuits can be used to silence critics, intimidate opponents, and raise broader questions about free speech and legal protections. 57:30 – Mark Vargas, GOP media surrogate, Editor-in-Chief of Illinois Review, and former member of the Iraq Task Force in the Office of the Secretary of Defense. Vargas discusses calls for Bill Pulte to serve as Acting Intelligence Director, arguing that public trust in intelligence institutions has eroded and examining whether outsider leadership could bring reform and accountability. 1:06:25 – Elizabeth Weiss, anthropologist and researcher. Weiss discusses concerns about academic freedom and whether female scientists and researchers are facing increasing challenges within certain areas of academia. The conversation explores debates over scientific inquiry, research priorities, and the climate within higher education institutions. 1:16:35 - Monologue 1:35:38 – State Rep. Jason Woolford (R–Howell, District 50). Woolford discusses Michigan’s Rx Kids program, election-related legislation focused on citizen-only voting requirements, and ongoing debates surrounding voter eligibility, election security, and public policy priorities in the state. 1:44:25 – Congressman John James, U.S. Representative for Michigan’s 10th Congressional District. James discusses efforts to address Lyme disease, improve accountability for pesticide manufacturers, and protect public health. He also responds to recent comments made by businessman and political candidate Perry Johnson, offering his perspective on the issues and political disagreements involved. --- Check out our brand new podcast, 'Forgotten America'... Episode 17 is live NOW at Steve Gruber on YouTube! Link below: https://youtu.be/ULMlE_xv87Q [https://youtu.be/ULMlE_xv87Q]

Day Break | Tulsi Out, Election Results In, and the Fight for America's Health

Day Break | Tulsi Out, Election Results In, and the Fight for America's Health --- 00:00 - Monologue 19:10 – Joe Kent, former Director of the National Counterterrorism Center, Green Beret, and CIA officer. Kent discusses his resignation from the National Counterterrorism Center, responding to reports surrounding his departure and speculation about potential investigations. He also weighs in on U.S. policy toward Iran, Israel, and the broader Middle East, explains why he views border security as a national security issue, and shares his perspective on what he believes is the greatest threat facing America today. 38:08 - Monologue Featuring Ivey Gruber 47:05 – Nicolas Hulscher, MPH, Epidemiologist and Administrator of The McCullough Foundation. Hulscher discusses the recent publication of an observational study examining ivermectin and mebendazole in cancer treatment. He explains the significance of peer-reviewed publication, what observational studies can and cannot demonstrate, how the research may inform future investigations, and where interested individuals can learn more about the topic. 57:19 – Josh Seiter, political satirist and commentator. Seiter discusses the use of satire and comedy to challenge cultural and political narratives, the public backlash against what critics describe as “woke” ideology, and how humor can be used to spark conversation about social and political issues. 1:16:25 - Monologue 1:25:24 – Ron Rademacher, travel writer, author, storyteller, and Michigan backroads expert. Rademacher highlights events taking place across Michigan, including the Mackinac Island Lilac Festival, the Michigan Lavender Festival in Imlay City, the Blue Water Sturgeon Festival in Port Huron, National Donut Day celebrations in Charlevoix, the Lyon Township International Kite Festival, Gizzard Fest in Potterville, and numerous other community events happening throughout the state. He also gives a special mention to his upcoming presentation, Oddities & Rarities, at the Chelsea District Library. 1:35:24 – Perry Johnson, businessman, author, and political candidate from Michigan. Johnson discusses concerns surrounding emerging vehicle technology, including so-called “kill switch” capabilities in modern automobiles, government regulations, privacy issues, and what these technologies could mean for drivers in the future. 1:44:08 – Ivey Gruber, President of the Michigan Talk Network. Gruber discusses a controversial political candidate whose background and associations have drawn scrutiny, along with developments in California’s primary elections and what the results may signal about voter attitudes and the state's political future. --- Check out our brand new podcast, 'Forgotten America'... Episode 17 is live NOW at Steve Gruber on YouTube! Link below: https://youtu.be/ULMlE_xv87Q [https://youtu.be/ULMlE_xv87Q]

Day Break | MAHA Momentum, Iran Tensions & Another Platner Scandal

Day Break | MAHA Momentum, Iran Tensions & Another Platner Scandal --- 00:00 - Monologue 19:12 – Alireza Jafarzadeh, Deputy Director of the U.S. office of the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI-US) and author of The Iran Threat. Jafarzadeh discusses the latest developments in Iran, including reports that U.S. and Iranian negotiators have reached a tentative agreement to extend the ceasefire and begin new nuclear talks. He provides analysis on what the negotiations could mean for the region and the future of U.S.-Iran relations. 28:09 – Will Hild, Executive Director of Consumers' Research. Hild discusses ExxonMobil shareholders’ decision to move corporate operations to Texas and examines broader debates over corporate governance, shareholder activism, and the influence of proxy advisory firms. 38:19 - Monologue Featuring Ivey Gruber 47:21 – Eric Eggers, Vice President of Research at the Government Accountability Institute and author of Fraud: How the Left Plans to Steal the Next Election. Eggers discusses election integrity concerns heading into the midterm elections, voter confidence, and ongoing debates over election security and administration. 57:36 – Mayra Flores, former U.S. Representative for Texas's 34th Congressional District and the first Mexican-born woman elected to Congress. Flores discusses the growing importance of Latino voters, ongoing redistricting battles, and how demographic and political shifts could shape future elections. 1:06:27 – Charlotte Bergmann, candidate for Tennessee’s 9th Congressional District. Bergmann discusses comments made by a CNN contributor regarding Black Republican candidates and shares her perspective on race, politics, faith, and representation in America. 1:16:35 - Monologue 1:25:34 – Katie Heid, News Director for Michigan News Source. Heid presents the Michigan Rundown, covering stories including calls for an investigation into alleged ties between Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and the Southern Poverty Law Center, as well as ballot-access controversies affecting Michigan gubernatorial candidates. 1:35:31 – Bill Wild, President and CEO of the Midwest Independent Retailers Association (MIRA). Wild discusses efforts to reform Michigan’s Bottle Bill and promote expanded curbside recycling programs. He explains why retailers are advocating for changes to the state's recycling and deposit system. 1:44:27 – Ivey Gruber, President of the Michigan Talk Network. Gruber discusses the recurring issue of visitors approaching large wildlife such as bison and oxen in national parks, often resulting in injuries. The conversation also touches on a resurfaced video showing cloud-seeding operations and broader discussions surrounding weather modification technology. --- Check out our brand new podcast, 'Forgotten America'... Episode 17 is live NOW at Steve Gruber on YouTube! Link below: https://youtu.be/ULMlE_xv87Q [https://youtu.be/ULMlE_xv87Q]

Day Break | Radical Left Makeover, Midterm Fight, Energy Revolt & Blue-Collar Boom

Day Break | Radical Left Makeover, Midterm Fight, Energy Revolt & Blue-Collar Boom --- 00:00 - Monologue 19:10 – Richard Stern, Vice President of the Plymouth Institute for Free Enterprise at Advancing American Freedom. Stern discusses the economic impact of tariffs and the proposed ROAD to Housing Act. He explains how federal policies affect housing affordability, construction costs, and economic growth. 38:15 - Monologue Featuring Ivey Gruber 47:15 – Dewayne Moore, grassroots activist, author, GOP strategist, and Founder/CEO of The Dewayne Moore Foundation. Moore discusses President Trump’s continued dominance in Republican primary elections and what that could mean for the party’s prospects heading into the midterm elections. 57:27 – Helder Toste, conservative analyst and Director of Federal Affairs for The LIBRE Initiative. Toste breaks down the race for control of Congress, examining key battleground districts, demographic trends, and factors that could shape the upcoming midterm map. 1:16:35 - Monologue 1:25:30 – Sarah Montalbano, Energy Policy Analyst at Always On Energy Research and Senior Fellow at the Independent Women’s Forum Center for Energy and Conservation. Montalbano discusses rising electricity costs in Michigan and growing concerns that consumers are paying more while receiving less value. She examines energy policy, utility rates, and the debate over the state's energy future. 1:35:42 – Ed Brady, CEO of the Home Builders Institute (HBI). Brady discusses how the growth of artificial intelligence infrastructure is fueling demand for skilled trades workers. He highlights opportunities in construction, manufacturing, and other blue-collar careers as America faces a growing workforce shortage. 1:44:35 – Ivey Gruber, President of the Michigan Talk Network. Gruber discusses the importance of preserving America’s monuments, landmarks, and national parks. The conversation highlights civic pride, stewardship of public spaces, and efforts to maintain historic sites and monuments across the country. --- Check out our brand new podcast, 'Forgotten America'... Episode 17 is live NOW at Steve Gruber on YouTube! Link below: https://youtu.be/ULMlE_xv87Q [https://youtu.be/ULMlE_xv87Q]