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On today’s Episode – We welcome back, Nick Giordano, long-time friend of Dr. MarkYoung and frequent guest on BFT. Theguys get into all this week’s hot topics. Tune in for all the stories https://pasreport.com/pas-report-conservative-political-podcast/ Professor Nicholas Giordano is a passionate advocate forlimited government, free speech, and individual liberty. As the host of TheP.A.S. Report Podcast, he leverages his deep knowledge of politics, government,and current events to expose government abuses of power and empower everydayAmericans to defend their constitutional rights and hold officials accountable. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Transcribed - Published: 3 April 2025

Transcribed - Published: 27 March 2025

On Today’s Episode – The guys start us out talking Elon and the Space-X program saving our astronauts.  286 Days of being in space, and it took a private company to bring our people home.  We then bounce over to all the virtue signaling Lefties talking about bankrupting Elon, and how they are selling their Teslas. We introduce our guest Kendall Qualls, where we get a little bit of a history and his background.  Mark dives into today’s topics with Kendall. Tune in for all the fun https://takechargeus.com/ Project 21 Ambassador Kendall Qualls is the founder and president of the nonprofit foundation TakeCharge, which strives to unite Americans regardless of background toward a shared history and common set of beliefs, asserting that the promise of America is available to everyone regardless of race or social standing. Kendall has a unique vantage point to convey that message, and to plant the seeds of change desperately needed. Kendall was raised in poverty in a broken home. He worked full-time to pay for college, served as an officer in the U.S. Army and later earned three graduate degrees. He worked his way up the ranks at several Fortune 100 healthcare companies before he became Global Vice President of Sales and Marketing at an $850M business unit. Kendall has been married to his wife Sheila for 39 years and they have five children together. He serves on the Board of Hope Farm School, a school for at-risk boys from Minneapolis. He is also on the President’s Advisory Board of the Heritage Foundation and the Advisory Board for the National Medal of Honor Center for Leadership. Kendall’s message has reached millions of people as a speaker and as a guest on media programs such as the Fox News Channel’s “Tucker Carlson Tonight” and “Fox & Friends,” and the Dennis Prager Show. His articles have been published in the New York Post, Washington Examiner, The Washington Times, The Federalist, Real Clear Politics, The Christian Post, and the Minneapolis Star Tribune. Kendall was a Republican candidate for Governor of Minnesota in the 2022 election cycle. He recently authored a book, “The Prodigal Project: Hope for American Families.”See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Transcribed - Published: 18 March 2025

On Today’s Episode –  Mark and Matt dive into the day’s topics including how Gavin Newsome paid for his own statue in City Hall among other things. We hop right over to returning guest Retired Colonel Rob Maness (Bio Below).  We continue the chat about how the Left is trying to normalize EVERYTHING, and use our tax dollars to do it.   Tune in for all the fun @robmaness - X @colrobmaness https://www.robmaness.com/   Retired Colonel Rob Maness has a lifelong record of dedicated service to the nation. As a 17-year-old high school senior, he decided to enlist in the United States Air Force and serve in uniform as the country faced multiple crises around the world. Having worked his way up from the enlisted ranks to full colonel, he retired from active duty in 2011, ending his military service of more than 32 years. Following military retirement Rob returned to Louisiana to work as an executive in a Fortune 500 energy corporation. He is currently founder and the owner of Iron Liberty Group and resides in Gulfport, Mississippi. Rob has proven his competence at the local, state, and federal levels of government with his demonstrated leadership and effectiveness as a steward of our citizen’s tax dollars. He has broad experience working at the Louisiana State Legislature, in the national budget process, national emergency response decision-making, law enforcement, successful community relations with governments at all levels, and working directly with citizens to meet today’s challenges. He has provided direct, executive oversight to local schools in coordination with elected school boards, working to make them secure and more effective to meet the needs of America’s military children. His leadership and combat experiences give him a unique perspective when considering how national action impacts our American families. During his military service, Colonel Maness led numerous combat operations, including as a bomber squadron commander in Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom. Colonel Maness served as an enlisted bomb disposal technician in three assignments countering terrorism before being commissioned and selected for flight training. As a Joint Chiefs of Staff operations officer he was on duty in the National Military Command Center located within the Pentagon during the September 11, 2001 attack. In the ensuing months, he directly assisted the United States national security team with creating, synchronizing, and executing the campaign plan for the global war on terrorism. Colonel Maness authored the first theater nuclear war plan and designed decision-making tools for the Presidential nuclear decision handbook strengthening U.S. extended strategic deterrence policy in European and Pacific regions. Colonel Maness served as the Vice Commander of America’s largest Airborne Intelligence Wing conducting strategic and battlefield intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance operations against America’s enemies. He went on to command Kirtland Air Force Base, Albuquerque, NM, the sixth largest U.S. Air Force Base encompassing 53,000 acres and 22,000 employees, housing our nation’s most critical assets. After running for the U.S. Senate on this America First Platform, Rob founded GatorPAC and its Veterans Leadership Fund, a Federal political action committee. The PAC educates grass roots political activists on the most effective ways to influence their elected officials, get a candidate elected, or to fight for a cause. It advocates for policies that protect your liberty, fight for limited government, and ensure prosperity. He has also served as a board member at Military Veterans Advocacy, Inc., a veteran’s advocacy group fighting for veteran toxic exposure benefits, committed to preventing veteran suicides, and ensuring military families have equal...

Transcribed - Published: 12 March 2025

On Today’s Episode –  We are joined again by Dr. Steve Turley (see book and YouTube link below).  The guys dive right into President Trump’s speech to Congress last night.  It appears that the country is having a return to normalcy.  The pendulum swung so far to ab-normalcy over the last 4 years, that most of the country now realizes that we were ruled by Bonafide lunatics. The Left is just seeing the world through these radical eyes, and the rest of the country is seeing now, how The Left see’s us all.  I mean you have gone insanely left when you lose the Village People and Snoop Dogg.  Tune in for all the fun YouTube     Get The Book Here    Social media star and political commentator who rose to fame through his Dr. Steve Turley YouTube channel, where he has racked up more than 1.2 million subscribers.  He is known for his politically conservative and traditionalist Christian views.  He became the host of the Turley Talks podcast, which featured discussions of current issues in politics and culture.

Transcribed - Published: 7 March 2025

On Today’s Episode Mark and Matt go over some of the highlights of President Trump’s first 30 plus days in office. Mark then takes us down a road pulling back the  Curtain on how the Left continues to lie, in particular about the recently passed Budget. We cover some health care topics, foreign policy, and more. Tune in for all the details

Transcribed - Published: 28 February 2025

On Today’s Episode –  What a fun time we are going to have today.  We are joined by both Donna Jackson and Bonner Cohen.  We plan on talking about housing, and all things happening in politics today. We talk about Government inefficiencies across the board and how DOGE is shining the light on many things. Donna tells us a story from her time spent working in Government. Tune in for all the fun

Transcribed - Published: 21 February 2025

On Today’s Episode –  Mark and Matt start out talking about how we are living through History right now.  In the past 3 weeks President Trump has gotten more done that the prior administration accomplished in its entirety.   We jump right over to our guest Paul Driessen who tells us about Drill Baby Drill, and the reality of what type pf crisis we were headed for with Biden’s policy restrictions on mining and drilling. https://www.cfact.org/  https://www.cfact.org/2025/01/26/mine-baby-mine/  https://www.doge-tracker.com/  https://www.unknownnations.com/  Paul Driessen is senior policy analyst for the Committee For A Constructive Tomorrow (www.CFACT.org) and author of books and articles on energy, environment, climate and human rights issues. PAUL DRIESSEN is senior policy analyst for the Committee For A Constructive Tomorrow (CFACT) and other public policy institutes that promote environmental stewardship, enhanced human health and welfare, and personal liberties and civil rights. He covers climate change, energy and environmental, human rights, corporate social responsibility, sustainable development, and renewable energy issues in articles and research papers, on radio programs and college campuses, and at professional and other conferences. His articles are posted regularly on Townhall.com, WattsUpWithThat.com and many other news and opinion websites and have been published in the Wall Street Journal, Washington Times, Investor's Business Daily, Risk Management, World Commerce Review, American Coal, other periodicals, and Greenhaven Press “Opposing Viewpoints” books used in high schools and colleges His book Eco-Imperialism: Green Power - Black Death documents the harm that environmental policies often have on poor families, by restricting access to life-enhancing modern technologies. It has been published in the United States, Argentina (Spanish), Germany (German), Italy (Italy) and India (English). He also wrote Cracking Big Green: Saving the world from the Save-the-Earth money machine (with Ron Arnold), Miracle Molecule: Carbon dioxide, gas of life, and Climate Hype Exposed.

Transcribed - Published: 14 February 2025

 On Today’s Episode –   We are joined by returning guest Donna Jackson from CFACT. Donna gives us a little info on what she’s been up to since we last talked to her. Mark and Donna dive right in and talk California Wildfires, Sanctuary Cities, and how howd the Left makes it to get anything done, and how fast Trump is moving.  Tune in for all the Fun  https://www.cfact.org/ Donna Jackson, CFACT policy analyst, is a seasoned businesswoman with public and private sector experience and has spent decades as a pro-energy advocate for the minority population, through her advocacy work with Congressional leaders and ministry leaders. She is a sought-after speaker, who has frequently testified before Congressional leaders on the plight of debilitating energy policies on minorities and low-income populations. Her media appearances include Newsmax, One America News Network, NTD TV, BEK TV, and national radio network shows. Her op-eds have appeared online and in print in national publications such as the Washington Times, Daily Caller, Inside Sources, FOX News, the Detriot News, Sacramento Observer, Las Vegas Review-Jounral, the Federalist and the Washington Examiner. Donna earned a Bachelor of Accountancy (cum laude) from the California State University San Marcos. She has worked in accounting, auditing, tax and management roles with major companies such as Ernst Young, Cardinal Health and Marriott International in the private sector before serving in the public sector as the vice president and deputy controller for the Export-Import Bank of the United States. She is a member of the National Association of Black Accountants. Prior to her career in accounting, Donna was a political operative in the state of Arkansas, having worked on the successful campaigns of former Governor Mike Huckabee, Senator Tim Hutchinson and Representative (later Governor) Asa Hutchinson. She played a vital role during the Huckabee governorship in recruiting black candidates for executive-appointed boards and commissions in addition to helping create job-training programs at a local community college and the Arkansas Office of Workforce Development. She currently serves as an advisory board member for the Independent Women’s Forum (IWF) Center for Energy and Conservation, an advisory board member of the 2025 Project, a member of the Board of Directors of The Conservative Caucus, Membership Director of the black leadership group, Proj. 21, a member of the Heritage Foundation African American Advisory Council, and a member of the Board of Advisors of Our America. She is a former divinity graduate of Charles H. Mason Theological Seminary in Memphis, Tennessee. It was there that she was taught the gift of administration as a vital part of the Christian ministry. Donna is a firm believer in free markets and entrepreneurship, rather than government, as a means of lifting people out of poverty.  

Transcribed - Published: 5 February 2025

On Today’s Episode – We are joined live and in person by Mike Lindell, who you all know as the CEO / Founder of My Pillow.  Mark and Mike recently spent time together speaking to a group of inmates, along with Joe Polish and a bunch of other entrepreneurs.  The guys tell us a little about that event and what they took away from it. Mike tells is a little about his past, where he has been, even talking about his past addiction struggles.  Mike talks a bit about his past work experiences and how things formed him and helped get him to where he is today.  Mike then jumps in explains how he went from America’s Success Story to enemy number one for just backing Trump. Such a fun show, live and in person.  Tune in for all the stories. Michael James Lindell born June 28, 1961), also known as the My Pillow Guy and Mike Pillow, is an American businessman and political activist.  He is the founder and CEO of My Pillow, a pillow, bedding, and slipper manufacturing company.  https://www.mypillow.com/   https://x.com/realMikeLindell   https://www.facebook.com/realMikeLindell   https://frankspeech.com/ 

Transcribed - Published: 30 January 2025

On Today’s Episode – Mark and Matt start us out talking about how great of a week it has been so far.  Just a feeling if a new day, a brighter future than the last four years.  We talk a little about the changes Trump has made already. We then hop right into our guest Whitney Jones.  We get a little bit about who she is, what she’s done, and what her future is looking like.  See her bio below and tune in for a great guest and a great show.   Get her new book here - https://www.amazon.com/Win-Broken-Whitney-Jones/dp/B0DS9FW3M6/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1KTCDIK58F0O0&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Wvmk3B6jQ66kP4VLZbTLQ1Mv4i_YB_xABKJ19z38SKMHM7enhYsLo1WrLhbSy0hSQJIXo6eCOn3G5mlp0nhLaDNt7wLgwNodrnjZZmL9uVI4oJSwgPHut52K3Cjl-6lDom_ONLODvHXH2E1zmj6ehsYSibIi9IzhC1q5fBxOFydUolwJYYcOLmS6P2-7QUH7WtKIKwp8VAjEhN3Ad-FLXKJYRe4proCf3bgE12wQxpE.KZJxMnfHdwKKxpoCJQ5hNjLAOJmEY1V6DmkCRmlsNZg&dib_tag=se&keywords=win+broken&qid=1737561552&sprefix=win+broken%2Caps%2C108&sr=8-1  Whitney Jones is a 3x Ms. Fitness Olympia Champion and Arnold Classic Ms. Fitness International winner, known globally as a powerhouse in the fitness industry. As a professional athlete, fitness coach, motivational speaker, and entrepreneur, Whitney’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. A proud single mom, Whitney balances her roles as the owner of multiple businesses, including Unstoppable365, Whitney Jones Productions, and FEARless by Whitney Jones fitness apparel. She also promotes major fitness competitions like the NPC Whitney Jones Classic and the NPC Arizona State Championships, making her a driving force in the IFBB and NPC communities. Whitney’s passion for fitness began in her 30s, when she competed in her first amateur show in Arizona. Within a year, she became an IFBB Fitness Pro and began competing on global stages, from Brazil to South Africa. Her career highlights include 35 professional shows, 12 consecutive Fitness Olympia qualifications, and becoming the first mother to win the Fitness Olympia title. Whitney’s story is a testament to perseverance, having overcome a neck surgery that required a 12-piece metal cage and 18 surgeries throughout her career. Her "Win Broken" philosophy inspires people worldwide to embrace their challenges and turn obstacles into opportunities. In 2024, she co-launched Unstoppable365, a transformative program that integrates fitness, nutrition, and mindset strategies to help clients unlock their potential. Whitney is also the author of her upcoming book, Win Broken, a raw and real guide to conquering life’s toughest challenges. When she’s not inspiring others, Whitney is dancing in her car, hunting for donuts, or making memories with her two teenage sons. Join us as we explore her journey, philosophy, and what it truly means to be unstoppable. For more about Whitney, visit FitWhitJones.com, follow her on social media, or check out her platform at Unstoppable365.com.

Transcribed - Published: 22 January 2025

On Today’s Episode –  Mark opens with introducing returning guest Joe Polish (bio below). We learn a little about who Joe is and what he does. Then we move to Joe talking a bit about the event that you all heard about on last week’s show where Mark, Joe and others were in a Texas Prison talking to inmates. Tune in for the crazy stories, and all the topics with this extraordinary guest. https://joepolish.com/  Joe Polish is the Founder of Genius Network®, one of the highest level groups in the world for Entrepreneurs. He also curates the Annual Genius Network Event and the 100k Group ($100,000). Genius Network and 100K is home to some of the most successful Entrepreneurs alive. Joe has also helped build thousands of businesses and generated hundreds of millions of dollars for his clients. He has been featured in INC, Fortune, Forbes, Success, U.S News & World Report, among others, and has spoken at Stanford University. Joe also hosts three of the top ranked marketing and business podcasts, including iLoveMarketing.com, 10xTalk.com and GeniusNetwork.com.  Recent projects include: Cleator, a 40-acre ghost town he purchased with partners (www.WhatsYourCleator.com). His documentary “CONNECTED: The Joe Polish Story,” premiered at the historic TCL Chinese Theater (formerly Mann’s Chinese Theater), and his documentary “Black Star” won the Audience Choice Award at the Sedona Film Festival. Joe’s mission with Entrepreneurs and Genius Network® is “to build a better Entrepreneur,” and his mission with Genius Recovery is “to change the global conversation of how people view and treat addicts with compassion, instead of judgment and to find the best forms of treatment that has efficacy and share those with the world. Read his book, “Life Gives To The Giver” at www.JoesFreeBook.com  His newest book, What’s In It For Them, published by Hay House, released Nov 1, 2022.

Transcribed - Published: 17 January 2025

 On Today’s Episode –   Mark gets us going talking about the past day where he and a bunch of other awesome guys spent a bunch of time talking to 80 prisoners in Houston Texas. All guys that are getting out in a year or so, about how things have changed, and how they can succeed when they get out.   We are then joined by Drew Berquist who dives right into the New Years Day terror attack in New Orleans. Drew talk threat, timing, and what we can expect in the future.  Tune in for all the fun  Drew Berquist is a producer, writer and on-air talent. He is the host of “This is My Show with Drew Berquist.” His programming has aired on CRTV, BlazeTV, and One America News Network.  Prior to his work in digital media, he served as a counterterrorism officer for the United States Intelligence Community, where he performed more than thirty deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan to conduct intelligence operations against the Taliban, al-Qai’da and more recently ISIS. Drew also serves as the National Spokesman for Mammoth Nation, and routinely comments on national security and political matters on network television.     https://www.drewberquist.com/about/     https://x.com/drewberquist?lang=en  

Transcribed - Published: 10 January 2025

On Today’s Episode – We are joined by frequent contributor and all around great guy Nick Giordano. The guys talk 2024 coming to an end, looking forward, and how Western Culture is being threatened. Tune in for all the fun 

Transcribed - Published: 8 January 2025

 On Today’s Episode –      Mark and Matt start us out on the daily topics in the World today. From Putin, Mush, and whomever is next that the Left will tell us is running our country.      We jump right in with our guest Marc Morano, who dives right into how the false narratives are what our media will regularly report to us. Marc talks to Mark (lol) and the guys talk about all things politics before Chirstmas.     Tune in for all the fun        https://www.cfact.org/marcmorano/     https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Marc+Morano&i=audible&ref=dp_byline_sr_audible_1     @climatedepot           Marc Morano manages CFACT’s award-winning ClimateDepot.com news and information service. He is the award-winning producer, writer and host of CFACT’s Climate Hustle feature films. Marc served as a reporter for Rush Limbaugh the Television Show and as a senior advisor to Senator James Inhofe. He is author of The Politically Incorrect Guide to Climate Change, Green Fraud: Why the Green New Deal Is Even Worse than You Think, and The Great Reset: Global Elites and the Permanent Lockdown.  

Transcribed - Published: 23 December 2024

 On Today’s Episode –  Mark starts out with us by talking again about the outpouring of love he has received after Chuck’s passing. We thank you all so much for your support.  We hop right into today’s guest Colonel Mannes. We talk all things top of political mind including random drones flying over the east coast, Pres. Trump’s upcoming inauguration, and then we get into Assad’s fall in Syria and what’s next in that area of the world.  Tune in for all the fun     More info on Colonel Maness: https://www.robmaness.com  Bio: https://www.robmaness.com/about/  X: https://x.com/RobManess  

Transcribed - Published: 13 December 2024

On Today’s Episode – We talk a little about Mark and Matt being down in Texas for Chuck’s funeral.  The wonderful outpouring of love from people to the show regarding Chuck has been such a blessing.  We hop right into our returning guest Dr. Bonner Cohen.  We’ve got an interesting topic today – just because Pres. Trump won, don’t stop paying attention to what the current administration is doing before they lose power. Tune in for all the fun https://www.newsmax.com/finance/streettalk/biden-solar-federal/2024/09/09/id/1179617/#ixzz8nVsasnSX  https://www.cfact.org/  Bonner R. Cohen is a senior policy analyst with the Committee for a Constructive Tomorrow, where he concentrates on energy, natural resources, and international relations. He also serves as a senior policy adviser with the Heartland Institute, senior fellow at the National Center for Public Policy Research, and as adjunct scholar at the Competitive Enterprise Institute. Articles by Dr. Cohen have appeared in the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Investor’s Business Daily, New York Post, Washington Times, National Review, Philadelphia Inquirer, Detroit News, Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Miami Herald, and dozens of other newspapers in the U.S. and Canada. He has been interviewed on Fox News, CNN, Fox Business Channel, BBC, BBC Worldwide Television, NBC, NPR, N 24 (German language news channel), Voice of Russia, and scores of radio stations in the U.S. Dr. Cohen has testified before the U.S. Senate committees on Energy & Natural Resources and Environment & Public Works as well as the U.S. House committees on Natural Resources and Judiciary. He has spoken at conferences in the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, and Bangladesh. Dr. Cohen is the author of two books, The Green Wave: Environmentalism and its Consequences (Washington: Capital Research Center, 2006) and Marshall, Mao und Chiang: Die amerikanischen Vermittlungsbemuehungen im chinesischen Buergerkrieg (Marshall, Mao and Chiang: The American Mediations Effort in the Chinese Civil War) (Munich: Tuduv Verlag, 1984). Dr. Cohen received his B.A. from the University of Georgia and his Ph.D. – summa cum laude – from the University of Munich.

Transcribed - Published: 6 December 2024

On Today's Episode - We remember the Man, The Legend...Chuck Woolery. We will miss you so much Buddy.

Transcribed - Published: 28 November 2024

On Today’s Episode – Mark and Matt open with the topics following the Election.  From Trump’s cabinent coming together, to the absolute meltdown at CNN and MSNBC (check their viewing numbers since the election). Our guest hops on and Mark dives right in talking about Marco Rubio – Who is tagged as Secretary of State.  We then move to Ukraine – we talk many things from religion to warfighting, to the future when Trump is back in office. Tune in for all the fun Gary Marx is President of Madison Strategies and the Concord Fund and currently serves as a Senior Advisor to the Judicial Crisis Network. He launched Madison Strategies in 2013 after serving almost three years at the helm of the Faith & Freedom Coalition as Executive Director. His career path has included high level postings as Senior Advisor to Scott Walker for President, Marco Rubio for President, Conservative Coalitions Director at the Bush-Cheney 2004 national campaign headquarters where he spearheaded outreach to social conservatives & people of faith. Gary is a media veteran and has done hundreds of television, print, and radio interviews including CNN, CBN, CSPAN and FOX NEWS. He has also been a featured speaker for prominent organizations such as The Federalist Society, International Republican Institute, The Leadership Institute, Hanns Seidel Foundation, AIPAC and The Council for National Policy. Marx has a degree in Political Science from James Madison University. Gary holds a Master’s degree in Political Management from Regent University. He is married to Aimee and is the father of three children.   https://www.defendersoffaithukraine.com/   @defendfaitua

Transcribed - Published: 13 November 2024

On Today’s Episode – Trump’s Blowout Win – Mark was right!  We were expecting more “funny business” but too many eyes were watching.  Trump out preformed every poll for the 3rd time now.  We talk a little about how the Trump voters are still being cautious about being on camera because the Left will punish you if you don’t agree with them. All things Election – looking forward – looking back. Tune in for all the fun Jeremy Ryan Slate is the host of The Jeremy Ryan Slate Show, which studies the highest performers in the world. He studied literature at Oxford University, as well as holding a Master’s in Early Roman Empire Propaganda from Seton Hall University. His podcast was named the #1 Podcast to Listen To by INC Magazine, as well as Top 40 Under 40 by Podcast Magazine. Jeremy and his wife, Brielle, co-founded Command Your Brand—a new media public relations agency designed to help entrepreneurs share their message by appearing as guests on podcasts. He resides in Stillwater, NJ where he raises chickens and is a former competitive powerlifter.  Websites:   • https://commandyourbrand.com/  • https://www.jeremyryanslate.com/    Social Media: • https://twitter.com/JeremyRyanSlate    • https://www.facebook.com/Jeremyryanslate/    • https://www.instagram.com/jeremyryanslate/    • https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeremy-ryan-slate-bb7b284a/    
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Transcribed - Published: 6 November 2024

On Today’s Episode – Mark starts us out with a quick intro of today’s guest.  We then answer a listener’s question – this guy is talking to his neighbor and was asking BFT about how to better communicate to this neighbor.  We talk about how the media is so left wing, the numbers are not even close.  We look back and reconsider election fraud in 2020, and how cases of votes were brought in at 3 in the morning. We hop over to Stefan’s article and move into talking all things DEI.  Tune in for all the fun https://nationalcenter.org/  @stefanpadfield  FEP Director Stefan Padfield says, "There hasn’t been a more significant ‘brand' for centralizing power in the managerial elite since the New York Times praised Joseph Stalin’s five-year plans.” See here what Padfield is referring to: https://dcjournal.com/woke-inc-and-esg/  Stefan Padfield is the Director of the National Center’s Free Enterprise Project (FEP), which is the original and premier opponent of the woke takeover of American corporate life. FEP files shareholder resolutions, engages corporate CEOs and board members, submits public comments, engages state and federal leaders, crafts legislation, files lawsuits and directs media campaigns to push corporations to respect their fiduciary obligations and to stay out of political and social engineering. Prior to joining FEP, Stefan spent over 15 years teaching law at the University of Akron School of Law, publishing over 15 law review articles and a book chapter. He co-authored a two-volume mini-treatise on the history of economic thought and contributed to the Business Law Prof Blog. Stefan previously worked in private practice at Cravath, Swaine & Moore, LLP, and clerked for two federal court judges. Stefan originally emigrated to the U.S. as a child, later becoming a U.S. citizen and serving 6 years in the U.S. Army. Stefan earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of Kansas and a Bachelor of Arts degree from Brown University.

Transcribed - Published: 30 October 2024

On Today’s Episode – We start out with some festivities from the past weekend.  We then move to introducing our guest, David Biernbaum.  David talks a bit about what it is like being Jewish during this political season.  David talks numbers about historically how the Jewish community votes, compared to how the numbers are polling for this coming November. We talk about how the Left keeps pursuing a new “enemy”.  The so called price gouging going on by retailers that apparently was never a thing until the Biden/Harris term seems a little odd no?  That’s what Marxists do though, they have to have a national enemy to keep the people’s attention so we don’t realize that they are the real enemy of the people. Tune in for all the fun   https://www.amazon.com/Truths-Future-America-Vivek-Ramaswamy/dp/1668078430/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&dib_tag=se&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.-IBgfGQXSpbLAnUqyKE-byX-J49IqFA-0UKmKKvbU_gSgeAC-WCfpfWMBJODw8rJxsgHWbTN4jdswNDJPRk_ru-PbvEsUNqUgF1btUeaCzfeZ4G1W7pOjLBFeTNzpSGKlVpuquUltn_zem4VIfGTDzQkSelGT2YbvPlbL0xUO2QAuAOKneSOnfULXjh7ww7OtpuFoz0nlSOz6p8vw_nDuaJCQMAlKxHMpPgUPdOL9XY.aC8xzggfoLpuosHQRl9IJVekpbidkBTtAjJPACi-T5E&qid=1729699514&sr=8-1 

Transcribed - Published: 23 October 2024

On Today’s Episode – Mark starts us off asking about the latest Kamala news.  We talk this week’s hot topics. We then get introduced to our guest Steve Turley who tells us a little about himself and what he does.  We move to talking the 2016 election, and the country during that time. The guys talk about how the truth has been weaponized over this past 4 years.  If you aren’t on the side of the people in power, your message must be suppressed.  The Queens of misinformation Hillary Clinton and Rachel Madow screaming from mountain tops about misinformation all the while costing the American taxpayers millions for the debunked Russian Collusion. Tune in for all the fun   Dr. Steve Turley is an internationally recognized scholar, speaker, and author, with 1.2 million subscribers on YouTube, & 20 Million+ podcast downloads. https://x.com/DrTurleyTalks  https://linktr.ee/courageouspatriots  Get His Book Here - https://www.amazon.com/Fight-Trump-Movement-Changing-World/dp/B0DH6YSYCC 

Transcribed - Published: 15 October 2024

On Today’s Episode –  We have a quick hitting, fast episode for you all today.  Mark and Matt talk all things current news including Hurricane Milton, Kamala’s 60 Minute Interview, FEMA, DeSantis, and looking forward this next 28 days till The Election. Tune in for all the fun

Transcribed - Published: 8 October 2024

On Today’s Episode – Mark and Matt start out talking current events.  The Longshoreman strike, Israel, Iran, and The VP debate. We then get to meet our guest Peter Murphy who dives right into talking about some history on Kamala Harris and how she came into power in California.  We talk about how The Left is trying to turn this country into a one-party system where elections are more of a pretend event than actual elections. We then spend time talking about a future where Harris and the Left win, come into power, and go about changing everything that made America what it is today.  From adding 6 new members to the Supreme Court, to eliminating the electoral college. Tune in for all the fun [email protected]  X - @petermurphy26 

Transcribed - Published: 2 October 2024

On Today’s Episode –   Mark Introduces us to our returning guest Dr. Bonner Cohen and we get a brief overview of who he is and what he does.  Mark is battling a cold on today’s show, but he is fighting on.   Tune in for all the fun

Transcribed - Published: 27 September 2024

On Today’s Episode – Mark rolls right into introducing our returning guest, Drew Berquist. Mark talks a little about the Kroger Heath Fest in a couple weeks in Cincinnati. Mark then pivots back to Drew, and the guys talk about the 2ns assassination attempt on former President Trump. Drew talks a little about leadership, and how some are just born with it. Trump is a badass, he’s just next level all the while these attempts are being made on his life. Mark gets into some nerd talk about genetics and how some people are hard wired warriors. It is a pretty small group of people in D.C. who are generally interested in doing their job FOR the American people. Kamala has now done less interviews than Trump has dodged bullets. Tune in for all the fun https://x.com/drewberquist  Drew's Book  Drew Berquist is a producer, writer and on-air talent. He is the host of “This is my Show with Drew Berquist.” His programming has aired on CRTV, BlazeTV, and LifeZetteTV. Additionally, he has also hosted “Headlines Tonight with Drew Berquist” and “This Week in the News with Drew Berquist” both televised nationally on One America News Network. Prior to his work in digital media, he served as a counterterrorism officer for the United States Intelligence Community, where he performed more than thirty deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan to conduct intelligence operations against the Taliban, al-Qai’da and more recently ISIS. Drew also serves as the National Spokesman for Mammoth Nation, and routinely comments on national security and political matters on network television.

Transcribed - Published: 17 September 2024

On Today’s Episode – We start out talking about Chuck getting into a little accident wrecking his brand-new car. Mark introduces us right away to our guest Angie Wong. We talk a little about Springfield Illinois and the 20K Haitians that the Harris administration dropped into this small Midwest town. Angie and Mark talk about what has happened to journalism these days. How everyone is a journalist now, with no requirements. Angie lets us know how modern-day journalism is full of activists. Reporters used to report the facts, now we watch the opinions and try to extract the facts. Mark asks Angie about the border and what is really going on there in the way of human suffering and trafficking. Mark feels that we have a slave trade going on inside this country now. Angie shows us now how we are seeing the tragic END of the journey of people. Tune in for all the fun https://voteangiewong.com/  AngieWong.com  Twitter.com/AngieWong  BIO: Angie Wong is Chairman of Capitol Hill Fight Club PAC Angie Wong is a graduate of Columbia University’s Graduate School of Journalism. After graduating, she had a successful career as a news editor, reporter and columnist in the U.S. and Asia for publications such as South China Morning Post, Reuters, NY Times and WSJ. She pivoted to politics and has worked on numerous political races at the local and federal level. She is also political contributor for NY Post and Townhall.

Transcribed - Published: 10 September 2024

On Today’s Episode – Mark starts us out talking a bit about Marxism, and its history. He then goes in to talk about Kamala Harris’s father who is a self-proclaimed Marxist. There is a real danger with having someone in power in this country who is a full-fledged Marxist. We are introduced to our guest Kathleen Wells, who tells us a little about her past, and what she’s done. Kathleen goes into talking about how the left has lied constantly to Black America. We delve into how the Lefts insane immigration policy is affecting the Black Community more than the rest. We cover a load of topics, and Wow, what a great guest, tune in for an exciting show. https://www.protectblackworkers.org/   @kathleenTNTR Kathleen Wells, a native of Los Angeles, is the ex-host of the talk radio program “The Naked Truth Report.” Since 2011, she has hosted the program – currently heard on AM870 “The Answer” (WRLA-Los Angeles). She earned a Juris Doctorate from the University of California, Berkeley, School of Law (formerly Boalt Hall), and a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science from the University of California, Los Angeles. When Kathleen began her talk radio career, she considered herself a left-leaning progressive. She had previously written for partisan publications such as The Huffington Post, AlterNet, Truthout and Counterpunch. Today, she is a conservative and remains a proud supporter of former President Donald Trump. She has come to believe that the policies advocated by liberals on issues including immigration, welfare, trade and education are destroying black America. She is perplexed that black politicians, preachers and educators don’t grasp these most basic and fundamental truths.

Transcribed - Published: 4 September 2024

On Today's Show -  Mark is joined by guest Jeremy Ryan Slate, see his Bio Below. What a whopper of a show. Tune in for all the fun. https://jeremyryanslate.com/podcast-2/ Jeremy Ryan Slate isn’t just another podcast host; he’s a force to be reckoned with. Steering the helm of the electrifying “Jeremy Ryan Slate Show,” Jeremy delves deep into the minds of the world’s elite performers. Not only that, he’s the commanding CEO of Command Your Brand, making waves in the entrepreneurial ocean. A scholar with eclectic tastes, Jeremy brandishes a BA from Seton Hall University, diving deep into Catholic theology and World Religions, with a tantalizing focus on Judaism. But that’s not where his academic journey stops. Imagine strolling the hallowed halls of Oxford University, immersed in Catholic literature – Jeremy’s done that. Dive even deeper? He’s got a Master’s, specializing in the mesmerizing world of the Roman Empire, also from Seton Hall University His accolades don’t end at education. INC Magazine didn’t just name his podcast among the best; they crowned it the #1 Podcast to Listen To in 2019. And if that wasn’t enough, Podcast Magazine recognized his brilliance with a Top 40 Under 40 accolade in 2022. Jeremy’s pen dances as fluidly as his words. He’s the brains behind the best-selling sensation, “Unremarkable to Extraordinary: Ignite Your Passion to Go From Passive Observer to Creator of Your Own Life.” And keep your eyes peeled for his upcoming game-changer, “Command Your Brand: Grow Your Impact, Income and Influence in the New Media Landscape.” With his dynamo wife, Brielle, Jeremy co-pioneered Command Your Brand. This isn’t just another PR agency; it’s a media revolution, helping entrepreneurs grab the mic on podcasts and dominate their narratives. Off the charts and out of the studio, Jeremy retreats to the serene landscapes of Stillwater, NJ. There, he indulges in the simple pleasures of raising chickens and reminisces about his days as a competitive powerlifter. Because, after all, isn’t life all about balance?

Transcribed - Published: 3 September 2024

On Today’s Episode – Mark gets right into introducing us to our guest Craig DeLuz, and we get to hear a little about what he does and where Craig has been. The guys dive into the DNC and how Biden keeps clinging to debunked messaging on Trump. Is there much objective media left now days? Mainstream media is full of mostly commentary, and it is not even factual commentary. We move on to the economy and inflation. Craig talks student debt payments and inflation. Child tax credit, down payment assistance…all these just drive the cost of homes up. tune in for more – https://x.com/craigdeluz https://sacobserver.com/2024/07/kamala-harris-the-democratic-partys-poster-child-for-failing-up/ Project 21 member Craig DeLuz is the founder of the Uncommon Sense Media Group. He has almost 30 years in media, political advocacy, policy analysis and grassroots activism. He is President & CEO for 2A News Corporation, as well as Spokesman for the California Republican Assembly, the golden state’s largest and fastest growing Republican volunteer organization. DeLuz has also served as the Spokesman & Senior Legislative Advocate for Firearms Policy Coalition and as CEO for the Frederick Douglass Foundation of California. He was the interim executive director of the Women’s Civic Improvement Club of Sacramento, editor of Red County-Sacramento and publisher of Voice of North Sacramento. He served on the legislative staff of California Assemblymen Kevin Jeffries and Tim Leslie. Craig has served on the Roba School District Board of Trustees – including as president – for almost 20 years. He is a graduate of California State University at Chico, where he was the first black president of the school’s Associated Student Government. Currently, Craig also hosts a number of programs focused on political and Second Amendment Issues. They include FPC’s “Morning Coffee with Craig” “CRA-TV” for the California Republican Assembly and the “The DeLuz Brothers” in which he and his twin brother David debate politics from the left and right. Most recently he launched a daily news commentary program called “The Rundown” which airs Monday- Friday on YouTube, Facebook and Spotify.

Transcribed - Published: 20 August 2024

 On Today’s Episode –   Mark welcomes back returning guest Michael Guy. The fellas dig into big tech and their potential impact on the upcoming election.   We hop over to the CrowdStrike outage that affected what felt like the entire planet.   Tune in for all the details  

Transcribed - Published: 17 August 2024

On Today’s Episode – Mark and Matt start us out with how Kamala has more flip flops than a beach does. She was the deciding vote allowing the IRS to track tips as income, but now talks about wanting to change it. We are introduced to our guest David Lowery, who tells us a little about Chicago where he is located, and we hear about his work in the community. The guys cover a ton of topics from the Border, The Left, The Black Community, tune in for more – https://x.com/DavidLoweryJr1  https://letthetruthbetoldradio.com/ Project 21 member David L. Lowery, Jr., is co-pastor at Fernwood Community Outreach Church in Chicago, where civil rights legend Rev. Dr. Albert “Al” Sampson is lead pastor. He is also an outreach pastor at Universal Baptist Church in Harvey, IL under Bishop Troy Garner. Additionally, David is host of “Let the Truth Be Told” on The Exceptional Conservative Network (TECNTV.com), broadcasting Monday-Friday at 7pm ET/ 6pm CT. David is the founder and president of the Living & Driving While Black Foundation, Inc., a national civil rights organization advocating against racial profiling. The group also promotes economic opportunities for ex-offenders, disadvantaged youth and indigent individuals across the nation. David is an experienced speaker on the national stage, and the Foundation is often sought out by various civic and social services agencies to assist in finding ways to alleviate social, economic and legal barriers for minorities. He is dedicated to helping people through the transfer of knowledge that uplifts and empowers them to positive civic actions. He is a past president of the Rock Island, Illinois chapter of the NAACP, and was a national crisis director for the National Action Network. David is a veteran of the U.S. Navy. Additionally, he has worked for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at the Rock Island Arsenal in Illinois. He has an extensive background in contracting and procurement, and holds a certificate of completion from the Army’s Logistics Management Center – Defense Small Purchase program. He is a former union ironworker and also operated a successful computer sales and technology business. Born in Mississippi, David grew up and still lives in Chicago, Illinois.

Transcribed - Published: 13 August 2024

On Today’s Episode – Mark and Matt start us off talking about Kamala’s pick for VP, Tim Walz. While looking like a mild mannered 60-something white guy who is plain spoken, he is in reality super Left. Walz is a self-admitted Socialist, very pro-abortion, and while The Left is trying to paint Harris in a more moderate light, it is clear she is far more Socialist than they want to let the American people know. Mark introduces us to our guest Rich Holt. We get into taxing the rich, and red flag laws. Mark speaks about getting people to wrap their head around working skill sets and scarcity. A cardiologist’s skill set is scarcer than the fry cook at McDonalds so the pay must fall in line. The guys move to Europe and how the pendulum is swinging back right over there now. Tune in for more – https://nationalcenter.org/ncppr/staff/richard-holt/ https://nationalcenter.org/ncppr/2024/07/02/richard-holt-european-voters-are-taking-sledgehammer-to-continents-radical-open-borders-and-climate-agenda/ https://www.youtube.com/@richholt 

Transcribed - Published: 6 August 2024

On Today’s Episode – Matt and Mark start out talking current events, and just how MUCH media is coming at us all the time these past few weeks. Mark then brings in our guest Robert Gouveia, who joins in on the chat. The guys talk Trump shooting, the Secret Services apparent falsities, and what we are going to get from them in the future. Should we play this game with the 3-Letter government agencies, or should we try to get back to decency and normalcy. Robert wants to see some accountability for what the Left has been doing with this Lawfare against President Trump. Tune in for more – https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL3Iiaitp6GYn-HGEKBlZwStIoZuLU5AE1 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/watching-the-watchers-with-robert-gouveia-esq/id1543272827 

Transcribed - Published: 31 July 2024

A favorite guest of the show, Dan Sullivan returns to BFT, as the guys do a joint show with BFT and American Happiness. Tune in for a great conversation

Transcribed - Published: 26 July 2024

This week, Mark and Matt talk about the flurry of topics that happened since the last show.   Tune in for all the details.

Transcribed - Published: 26 July 2024

On Today’s Episode –  We welcome guest Kurt Luidhardt to the show. Mark and Kurt talk about what the heck the Left is going to do after the disastrous debate, and the Democratic party seemingly coming unglued – tun in for all the details. https://www.kurtluidhardt.com/  Kurt Luidhardt is an entrepreneur, investor and business leader. Together with his wife Kristen, he's founded a dozen companies and profitably exited three of them. Kurt is currently the CEO and co-founder of The Prosper Group, a leading digital agency in Republican politics that he started with his wife in 2006. His midwestern values of hard work and service have helped him establish relationships with a diverse range of clients, including dozens of Governors and US Senators, as well as the last three Republican presidential candidates. The Prosper Group has also worked with international brands, including car manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, and in professional sports. Under Kurt's leadership, The Prosper Group has earned several accolades, including being named one of Inc Magazine's 500 Fastest Growing companies in 2019. The Prosper Group has won over three dozen advertising awards from the American Association of Political Consultants and Campaigns and Elections Magazine. Over the last 5 years, his company has also worked internationally on political campaigns or in advocacy in Mexico, Brazil, Ireland, and Brussels. In addition to his work with The Prosper Group, Kurt and Kristen founded Mustard Seed Interactive, a data company supporting direct marketing campaigns in the financial services, non-profit, and consumer product sectors. They also provide venture capital to political technology firms and invest in multi-family real estate. When he's not working, Kurt enjoys reading, rooting for the Indianapolis Colts, and spending time with his wife and two kids. He's also a frequent speaker at political training seminars and guest on business and leadership podcasts.

Transcribed - Published: 9 July 2024

The morning after the debate, Mark shares his thoughts in a quick hit minisode from a racetrack in South Carolina.

Transcribed - Published: 28 June 2024

On Today’s Episode –  Mark introduces our returning guest, Larry Ward. He’s an Ad guy who has a similar past to our host Mark. The guys start us off talking about how the ad industry is morphing in many cases away from being very left heavy. We move to the upcoming debate and get Larry’s thoughts Tune in for all the details –  Larry Ward brings decades of political corporate and non-profit experience to his role as the President of Political Media, Inc, experience that allows him to helm a company that is truly inside politics and outside the box.   From a New York communications and advertising background, Larry turned his attention to Washington in 2002, as a reaction to the over regulation that was choking the aggressiveness out of capitalism and liberty. His immediate impact was felt where, under the tutelage of political consultant Dick Morris, Larr was able to influence key congressional and gubernatorial elections. Since then, Larry and PMI have been involved in hundreds of political contests, ranging from local, to state, to national and even global contests, always with the same stalwart commitment to God, liberty and principled conservatism. Since its official beginning in 2002, PMI has set the standard for cutting edge technological and political tactics, centered on a thorough understanding of the industry and a commitment to innovation which contuse to this day, with new and exciting measures in targeting, messaging, execution and design.   Larry stepped out of his role as a consultant and into one of advocated in 2009, when the country faced the threat of unconstitutional regulation of the Second Amendment. Larry launched the Gun Appreciation Day project, a successful rebuke of the anti-constitutional efforts. In 2012 as Political Director for Special Operations Speaks PAC, Larry spearheaded movements to form the Benghazi Select Committee and the Million Vet March to rebuke the “Barrycades” blocking the War Memorials during the Government Shutdown of 2013. Larry is a Reagan conservative, who in his spare time sits on the Board of Directors of several internet and direct marketing companies, C4s, PACs and is a regular political and new media contributor. Larry was formally educated at Dowling College, where he studied business and advertising.

Transcribed - Published: 28 June 2024

On Today’s Episode –  Mark welcomes in a friend, Jeffrey Madoff - we don't want to spoil the fun, tune in for the show! https://madoffproductions.com/  B. Jeffrey Madoff is the founder of Madoff Productions, based in New York City. His company collaborates with ad agencies, public relations firms, and directly with clients to produce commercials, branded content, and live-streaming events. Madoff began his career as a fashion designer. He was chosen one of the top 10 designers in the U.S. then switched careers to film and video production. Madoff edited and directed award-winning commercials, documentaries and web content around the world for clients such as Ralph Lauren, Victoria’s Secret, Tiffany, Radio City, The American Academy of Dramatic Arts, Harvard University, Weill Cornell Medical College, Raymond James Investment Banking, and Lazard Asset Management.

Transcribed - Published: 24 June 2024

On Today’s Episode –  Mark and Matt start out talking Trump Verdict and how things have played out after that farce of a trial. We next jump to our guest Gabriella Hoffman. She is going to talk about Government land and what The Biden Administration is up to.   Click below for the article -  https://www.cfact.org/gabriella-hoffman/ 
 https://townhall.com/columnists/gabriellahoffman/2024/03/29/biden-administration-locking-up-public-lands-from-west-to-east-n2637130 

Transcribed - Published: 11 June 2024

On Today’s Episode –  Mark starts us out talking about the Donald Trump trial.   We meet Steve who tell us a little about himself and what he does. In 2016 Steve started this YouTube Channel with over 1.2 Million Subscribers.   Tune in for all the details -  About Turley Talks Turley Talkers are a movement of Courageous Patriots constructing a Parallel Economy to live out our God given freedoms. We are one of America’s fastest growing alternative media outlets providing an optimistic and scholarly perspective on current events and cultural trends. Proudly leading over 1 Million+ YouTube subscribers and 15 Million+ podcast listeners, plus millions more across all platforms including Rumble and Twitter, Dr. Steve Turley (PhD, Durham University), known as the “Patriot Professor,” daily showcases his expertise in the rise of nationalism, populism, and traditionalism throughout the world. Since publishing his first video on YouTube in 2016, his reports and writings on civilization, society, culture, education, and the arts have become widely renowned and have appeared in such journals as Christianity and Literature, Calvin Theological Journal, First Things, Touchstone, and The Chesterton Review. In 2021 through 2022 Dr. Steve appeared alongside President Donald J Trump and several key Conservative influencers across the country at the American Freedom Tour and he is a frequent guest on the top radio, TV, and alternative media talk shows. Dr. Turley is the author of over 20 books, including The Return of Christendom: Demography, Politics, and the Coming Christian Majority, The New Nationalism: How the Populist Right is Defeating Globalism and Awakening a New Political Order, and Classical vs. Modern Education: A Vision from C.S. Lewis.

Transcribed - Published: 6 June 2024

On Today’s Episode –  Mark starts us out talking about an upcoming appearance on Fox Nation by Chuck and Mark. See link below. We jump right into welcoming Nick back to the show. We get a little refresher on who Nick is and what he’s been up to. Tune in for all the best topics of the week. Nicholas Giordano is a Professor of Political Science at Suffolk Community College and host of The P.A.S. Report Podcast. Recognized and well-respected for his analysis, Professor Giordano appears on radio and television to provide analysis on current issues and trends within government, politics, international relations, homeland security/emergency management, and social/cultural related issues. He is regularly called on to speak at events to provide expertise on critical issues facing the United States. He has a unique ability to breakdown complex political issues and explaining those issues in a way to appeal to ordinary people. His speeches are entertaining, informative and educational.

Transcribed - Published: 28 May 2024

On Today’s Episode –  Mark lets us know that Dr. Bonner Cohen is back with us. Bonner talks us a little bit about his offer for people to debate him on Global Warming, and how he has no takers. Biden’s end run around the supreme Court with the student loans. The Left keeps saying Trump will be a dictator, but Biden is acting like one his entire Presidency. The guys dive into COVID and how the government used it as a test for how complicit the American people would be. They jump next to all things GREEN – Tune in for the whole episode. Orange County Register op-ed "Most ‘green’ states are laggards in economic growth" - https://www.ocregister.com/2024/04/26/most-green-states-are-laggards-in-economic-growth/ and... Daily Caller op-ed "Biden White House Starts End Run Around Supreme Court WOTUS Ruling" - https://dailycaller.com/2024/04/30/opinion-biden-white-house-starts-end-run-around-supreme-court-wotus-ruling-bonner-russel-cohen/   Bonner R. Cohen is a senior policy analyst with the Committee for a Constructive Tomorrow, where he concentrates on energy, natural resources, and international relations. He also serves as a senior policy adviser with the Heartland Institute, senior fellow at the National Center for Public Policy Research, and as adjunct scholar at the Competitive Enterprise Institute. Articles by Dr. Cohen have appeared in the Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Investor’s Business Daily, New York Post, Washington Times, National Review, Philadelphia Inquirer, Detroit News, Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Miami Herald, and dozens of other newspapers in the U.S. and Canada. He has been interviewed on Fox News, CNN, Fox Business Channel, BBC, BBC Worldwide Television, NBC, NPR, N 24 (German language news channel), Voice of Russia, and scores of radio stations in the U.S. Dr. Cohen has testified before the U.S. Senate committees on Energy & Natural Resources and Environment & Public Works as well as the U.S. House committees on Natural Resources and Judiciary. He has spoken at conferences in the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, and Bangladesh. Dr. Cohen is the author of two books, The Green Wave: Environmentalism and its Consequences (Washington: Capital Research Center, 2006) and Marshall, Mao und Chiang: Die amerikanischen Vermittlungsbemuehungen im chinesischen Buergerkrieg (Marshall, Mao and Chiang: The American Mediations Effort in the Chinese Civil War) (Munich: Tuduv Verlag, 1984). Dr. Cohen received his B.A. from the University of Georgia and his Ph.D. – summa cum laude – from the University of Munich.

Transcribed - Published: 17 May 2024

On Today's Episode -  Returning guest Craig Rucker from CFACT is back to talk many hot topics this week. Tune in for all the details. https://www.cfact.org/  Why California’s climate disclosure law should doom green energy https://www.ocregister.com/2024/02/19/why-californias-climate-disclosure-law-should-doom-green-energy/  Craig Rucker is a co-founder of CFACT and currently serves as its president. Widely heralded as a leader in the free market environmental, think tank community in Washington, D.C., Rucker is a frequent guest on radio talk shows, written extensively in numerous publications, and has appeared in such media outlets as Fox News, OANN, Washington Times, The Wall Street Journal, and The Hill, among many others. Rucker is also the co-producer of the award-winning film Climate Hustle, which was the #1 box-office film in America during its one night showing in 2016, as well as the acclaimed Climate Hustle 2 staring Hollywood actor Kevin Sorbo released in 2020. As an accredited observer to the United Nations, Rucker has also led CFACT delegations to some 30 major UN conferences, including those in Copenhagen, Istanbul, Kyoto, Bonn, Marrakesh, Rio de Janeiro, and Warsaw, to name a few.

Transcribed - Published: 13 May 2024

On Today’s Episode –  Mark and John dive right in and start us off by talking some of Biden’s history of lying. With his possible cognitive decline along with major media outlets so trying to protect him, Biden is one of the weakest candidates for President of all time.   We jump over to jobs, and what are the true numbers. People feel like their wages are down, but the Biden Administration keeps saying wages are up, but they are NOT up against the record inflation.   The government puts all these regulations on, which causes operating costs to go up, or they make businesses responsible for functions that are a government function. When you look at Biden, Warren, or Sanders – they spend all day talking about tax the rich. They never tell us what a “fair share” is, nor do they talk about 1% paying 40% of the budget.   Dr. John R. Lott, Jr. the president of the Crime Prevention Research Center, is an economist and a world-recognized expert on guns and crime. During the Trump administration, he served as the Senior Advisor for Research and Statistics in the U.S. Department of Justice. Lott has held research or teaching positions at various academic institutions including the University of Chicago, Yale University, the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, Stanford University, UCLA, and Rice University, and was the chief economist at the United States Sentencing Commission during 1988-1989. He holds a Ph.D. in economics from UCLA.

Nobel laureate Milton Friedman noted: “John Lott has few equals as a perceptive analyst of controversial public policy issues.”

Lott is a prolific author for both academic and popular publications. He has published over 100 articles in peer-reviewed academic journals and written ten books, including “More Guns, Less Crime,” “The Bias Against Guns,” and “Gun Control Myths.”

Transcribed - Published: 29 April 2024

On Today's Episode Mark brings back returning guest Chris Voss to talk Empathy and his new book. Tune in for more Chris Voss  CEO, Founder, Instructor, and Keynote Speaker Chris used his many years of experience in international crises and high-stakes negotiations to develop a unique program that applies globally proven techniques to the business world. Prior to 2008, Chris was the lead international kidnapping negotiator for the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), as well as the FBI’s hostage negotiation representative for the National Security Council’s Hostage Working Group. During his career, he also represented the U.S. government as an expert in kidnapping at two international conferences sponsored by the G8. Before becoming the FBI's lead international kidnapping negotiator, Christopher served as the lead Crisis Negotiator for the New York City division of the FBI. Chris was a member of the New York City Joint Terrorist Task Force for 14 years. He was the case agent on TERRSTOP (Omar Abdel-Rahman/"The Blind Sheikh" case) and the TWA Flight 800 catastrophe. He also negotiated the surrender of the first hostage taker to give up in the Chase Manhattan Bank robbery. During Chris’s 24-year tenure with the Bureau, he was trained in the art of negotiation by not only the FBI, but also Scotland Yard and Harvard Law School. He is also a recipient of the Attorney General’s Award for Excellence in Law Enforcement and the FBI Agents Association Award for Distinguished and Exemplary Service. Chris has taught business negotiation in MBA programs as an adjunct professor at the University of Southern California Marshall School of Business, and at Georgetown University McDonough School of Business. He also taught business negotiation at Harvard University and guest lectured at the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University, the IMD Business School in Lausanne, Switzerland, and the Goethe Business School in Frankfurt, Germany. Since 2009, Chris has also worked with Insite Security as their Managing Director of the Kidnapping Resolution Practice. Chris's New Book  Empathy and Understanding In Business In the business times of yesteryear, many did not believe that empathy and understanding mixed well with sound business decisions. However, with the more recent breed of entrepreneurs, many have increasingly recognized that successful and long-lasting relationships depend on using both empathy and understanding to build a solid foundation. The master of negotiation and Celebrity Expert(R) in this book, Chris Voss, reminds us that entrepreneurs want lasting relationships that build trust and clientele. He questions if anyone associates empathy with enterprise and entrepreneurism, and states that the qualities of trust and lasting relationships come out of understanding and respect for each other. In short, as stated by Brené Brown, "Empathy fuels connection." To learn more about negotiation and how the Celebrity Experts(R) herein have improved their negotiating skills, it would be beneficial to read about their accomplishments. They have honed their skills and can be great mentors. They will tell you what worked for them and what did not - saving you time, energy and cost of 'reinventing the wheel' - the path to success - in negotiating.

Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2024

On Today's Episode We welcome back Dan Sullivan from Strategic Coach. A returning guest to the show and one of the most influential people on host Dr. Mark Young, the guys cover a variety of topics.   Tune in for more -  Get Dan's Books Here - https://www.amazon.com/stores/Dan-Sullivan/author/B003ZFP2L4?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_3&qid=1713965028&sr=8-3&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true  Dan Sullivan is founder and president of The Strategic Coach Inc. A visionary, an innovator, and a gifted conceptual thinker, Dan has over 40 years’ experience as a highly regarded speaker, consultant, strategic planner, and coach to entrepreneurial individuals and groups. Dan’s strong belief in and commitment to the power of the entrepreneur is evident in all areas of Strategic Coach® and its successful coaching program, which works to help entrepreneurs reach their full potential in both their business and personal lives. He is author of over 30 publications, including The Great Crossover, The 21st Century Agent, Creative Destruction, and How The Best Get Better®. He is co-author of The Laws of Lifetime Growth and The Advisor Century. Dan is married to Babs Smith, his partner in business and in life. They jointly own and operate The Strategic Coach Inc., with offices in Toronto, Chicago, and the U.K. Dan and Babs reside in Toronto.

Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2024

On Today’s Episode –  Mark dives right in with our guest Charles Sauer. They talk similar likes as far as authors go and give the listeners some options for good reads. We move to operating systems for economies. We get a clear definition of capitalism and how it was named by it’s enemies, and how it can actually work. We move to TikTok, and the why’s and how’s of it. Mark goes all PhD. Into the science about how algorithms work and how it is very similar to how slot machines work. Dopamine hits matter, and social media knows it.   We wrap things up with a conversation on economics and the Biden budget. Mark and Charles explain how our current economy and budget’s truths can be manipulated by politicians and news outlets when they explain things like “we created a bunch of jobs”.   https://www.realclearmarkets.com/articles/2024/03/11/contra_tiktok_paranoiacs_national_security_isnt_an_excuse_to_limit_free_speech_1017508.html  X - @marketinstitute Charles Sauer – Founder and President Charles Sauer is a seasoned economic policy expert, author, President and Founder of the Market Institute. Sauer began developing his expertise in finance and tax by working for the chairman of the Finance Committee, and then going on to be a legislative analyst focused on tax, immigration and labor issues in a governor’s office. In 2007, Sauer was named the Deputy Legislative Director for the National Center for Policy Analysis, a think tank dedicated to finding free-market alternatives to government regulation. After his time at NCPA, he was President of Entrepreneurs for Growth, a Capitol Hill education program that educated Hill staff on entrepreneurship. Sauer then co-founded and served as the Executive Director for the Free Market Medical Association. In 2010, he founded the Market Institute and serves as President to date. Sauer authored the book, Profit Motive: What Drives the Things We Do and is a frequent voice appearing in outlets like the Washington Examiner, Forbes, Investor’s Business Daily, and many more.

Transcribed - Published: 8 April 2024