Taylor Swift, Cracker Barrel and the Stolen Midterms

Trump's $2 Billion Crypto Scandal

On this episode of On Trial with Josh Lowry, we put one of the most blatant corruption scandals in U.S. history under the spotlight. A $2 billion investment from the UAE into Trump’s crypto company, followed just two weeks later by a deal granting the UAE access to restricted AI chips, raises questions no American can ignore. Was this a coincidence—or pay-to-play politics in broad daylight? Josh breaks down the timeline, the players, and why this scandal should matter to every voter. Plus, what it means for the presidency going forward, and how future leaders could flip Trump’s abuse of power into real benefits for the American people. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit landiscomms.substack.com [https://landiscomms.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

Free Speech, Hypocrisy, and the Fight for Fair Elections (with Blythe Potter)

America is having a free speech crisis — from the Trump administration’s pressure campaign against Jimmy Kimmel to the chilling hypocrisy of politicians who once claimed to defend the First Amendment. With political violence on the rise and oligarchs pulling the strings, how much longer can democracy hold if voters accept so little from their leaders? In this episode, we’re joined by Blythe Potter, Democratic candidate for Indiana Secretary of State, for a candid conversation about election integrity, voter suppression, and the urgent need to get more Hoosiers to the polls. Blythe breaks down the scandal surrounding current Secretary of State Diego Morales, explains why millions of unregistered or inactive voters could change Indiana’s future, and shares her vision for building a stronger, more inclusive democracy. From grassroots organizing to exposing corruption, this episode is about the fight to protect both free speech and the right to vote in Indiana and beyond. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit landiscomms.substack.com [https://landiscomms.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

Hope, Healthcare, and Hoosier Politics (with Rep. Victoria Garcia Wilburn)

Indiana State Representative Victoria Garcia Wilburn joins host Joshua Lowry for a wide-ranging conversation on the most pressing issues facing Hoosiers. From the fallout of Senate Bill 1, redistricting battles, and Medicaid funding cuts, to the dangers of partisan attacks on science and public health, Rep. Garcia Wilburn brings her perspective as both a legislator and a healthcare researcher. She discusses the future of Indiana politics, the challenges local governments face under state overreach, and why evidence-based policymaking matters. Plus: how student walkouts, civic engagement, and responsible gun ownership are shaping the next generation of leadership. If you care about Indiana policy, healthcare, education, redistricting, and the future of democracy in the Hoosier State, this episode delivers insights you won’t want to miss. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit landiscomms.substack.com [https://landiscomms.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

Why Your Energy Bill is So Damn High (w/ Ben Inskeep)

Indiana utilities are raising rates again — and Hoosiers are paying the price. Host Josh Lowry sits down with Ben Inskeep, Program Director at the Citizens Action Coalition, to break down how monopoly utilities like AES Indiana and Duke Energy keep hiking electric bills, why the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission often sides with them, and how ordinary Hoosiers can push back. We cover everything: * Why utilities can lobby and donate to governors who appoint their regulators * How ratepayers literally fund the lawyers hired to argue against them in rate cases * What happened in the recent Duke Energy and AES rate hike fights * Why Indiana law makes it nearly impossible to create cheaper alternatives like REMCs or municipal utilities * How affordability and environmental sustainability get sidelined by politics and corporate profits This episode dives into the billion-dollar power games happening behind your monthly bill — and what you can do about it. 🔌 Get involved: Citizens Action Coalition is leading the fight for affordable, fair utility rates in Indiana. Learn more at their website and find out how to make your voice heard at upcoming field hearings. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit landiscomms.substack.com [https://landiscomms.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]

Taylor Swift, Cracker Barrel and the Stolen Midterms

In this episode of On Trial with Josh Lowry, we start with Taylor Swift’s engagement, a Cracker Barrel logo redesign, and end with one of the most pressing threats to American democracy. Josh unpacks how conservatives manufacture false outrage—from pancakes to politics—to manipulate voters, justify gerrymandering, and even lay the groundwork for deploying the National Guard in blue cities. What seems like culture war nonsense is actually part of a dangerous authoritarian playbook leading into 2026. Tune in for a mix of humor, sharp analysis, and a call to action for every voter who believes in democracy. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit landiscomms.substack.com [https://landiscomms.substack.com?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_1]