Vicki Sokolik refuses to be an Ostrich. Her son brought to her attention the crisis of unhoused youth — youth unhoused, not living with a parent/guardian, and not in foster care — in America, and she has been fighting to support this vulnerable population every since. Most active in Tampa Bay, Florida, Vicki is the founder and CEO of the nonprofit Starting Right, Now, which removes barriers for unaccompanied homeless youth to cultivate long-term well-being and self-sufficiency. She is also the author of the new book, “If You See Them: Young, Unhoused, and Alone in America.” Vicki Sokolik joined host Jay Ruderman to discuss the many ways unhoused youth fall through the cracks in our society, how her organization helps them, and also how to build trust with people who could use your help. Episode Chapters (00:00) Intro (01:10) Vicki’s origin story (02:40) What is “unhoused youth?” (06:40) What should a person do if they worry they see an unhoused youth? (08:19) How have conversations around unhoused youth changed in Vicki’s 20 years working with them? (11:02) How do people get the word out and help unhoused youth? (14:55) Vicki’s new book (16:48) How Vicki builds trust (20:10) What do students receive at Starting Right, Now? (22:58) How does Vicki balance advocacy and direct support? (27:53) Starting Right, Now alumni (29:10) Goodbye For video episodes, watch on www.youtube.com/@therudermanfamilyfoundation Stay in touch: X: @JayRuderman | @RudermanFdn LinkedIn: Jay Ruderman | Ruderman Family Foundation Instagram: All About Change Podcast | Ruderman Family Foundation To learn more about the podcast, visit https://allaboutchangepodcast.com/…
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Real conversations with a real couple. In our podcast we will talk about and take on a variety of topics including: - Relationships/Marriage - Courting/Dating - Honor - Social Situations - Life - God and Christianity - Sex - Children - and any other random thing we might think of. Tag along and enjoy this ride with us as we open up our hearts and minds to you. Music: Savour The Moment by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com
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A podcast where we explore what singleness looks like from a Biblical point of view.
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This Undivided Life Podcast will give you real advice to help make life whole again. Join Troy Mclaughlin, co-host Scott Perkins and guests as we talk real life. We bypass simple platitudes and the generic “just love yourself” gibberish, and dive headlong into the challenges pulling us a million different directions. Life is fractured; from your calendars chocked full of commitments, to the black hole of entertainment in the palm of your hand, and the constant buzz of iPhone alerts. For most ...
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S1 Ep510: Politicians don’t get a clean slate (1.16.25)
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Governor Bob Ferguson had some nice words in his first address, but don’t be so quick to forget who he was just months ago. Executive order seeks to cut down on permitting and red tape, will it help with the housing crisis? Proposed bill regulates layoffs. In Florida, DeSantis goes all in on Trump’s deportation plan.…
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Laughing at Power: A Troublemaker’s Guide to Changing Tech
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The status quo of tech today is untenable: we’re addicted to our devices, we’ve become increasingly polarized, our mental health is suffering and our personal data is sold to the highest bidder. This situation feels entrenched, propped up by a system of broken incentives beyond our control. So how do you shift an immovable status quo? Our guest tod…
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Episode 117 - Happy Christmas and a Happy New Year!
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Christmas is here! In this joyous season, we wanted to sit down and share some smiles and thoughts with all of you. We also brought a special guest with us, Sebastian! From our family to yours - Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and Happy New Year! May the closing of this year, and beginning of the next be covered and blessed by God. Have the best w…
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S1 Ep509: Reap what you sow (1.15.25)
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Voters opted not to repeal wasteful taxes in November, now they’ll reap the consequences. Governor Inslee gives unhinged speech on his way out the door. Is anyone seeking justice for victims anymore? House votes to ban boys from girls’ sports. Here’s how you can tell Democrats are losing their grip on gender debate.…
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S1 Ep508: Farewell, King Inslee (1.14.25)
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After 12 years in office, Washington Governor Jay Inslee leaves behind a legacy of lies. Democrat-backed bill would give unemployment benefits to illegal immigrants. Rent control gets day one hearing. Amazon ditches DEI. Hot take: Kids need cellphones in class.Von Brandi Kruse
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S1 Ep507: Bob Ferguson exposed by his own task force (1.13.25)
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If we can take anything away from the second meeting of Washington's Domestic Extremism and Mass Violence Task Force, it’s that Governor-elect Bob Ferguson himself engaged in extremism. Lawmakers seek to upend parental rights initiative. State lawmaker punts on question about safety for female inmates. Mark Zuckerberg isn’t fooling anyone. Californ…
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S1 Ep506: Another win for girls’ sports (1.9.25)
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Schools who protect girls' sports are free from federal retribution. Sen. John Braun (R-Centralia) joins us to explain his support for making the public schools chief an appointed position. Join Brandi at Washington’s Domestic Violent Extremism Task Force meeting. Trump calls on Newsom to resign. LA Mayor Karen Bass has nothing to say.…
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S1 Ep505: Fire and failure (1.8.25)
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As Los Angeles burns, California’s failures come into focus. A bipartisan push to make the head of public schools appointed, not elected. School district has kids on the hunt for hate crimes. A proposal to increase property taxes will only make Democrats’ key complaint worse. SWAT patrolling the streets of Seattle. There is nothing controversial ab…
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S1 Ep504: In contempt (1.7.25)
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Judges in Washington state are flagrantly violating court rules that govern open access for the free press. William Kirk of Washington Gun Law takes us through firearm bills being considered by lawmakers – the good and the very, very bad. Mark Zuckerberg says Facebook will do away with fact checkers. New Jersey doesn’t care whether teachers can rea…
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S1 Ep503: Ain’t no rest for the wicked (1.6.25)
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We’re back! And not a moment too soon. The 2025 legislative session is shaping up to be an exercise in extremism. Seattle Times gives platform to far-left initiative meddlers. Former Olympia School District teacher blows whistle on political and social indoctrination. Bye bye bye, Justin.Von Brandi Kruse
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S2 Ep5: Truth Tellers: Tamara Pietzke
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Tamara Pietzke forced MultiCare to start reevaluating how they handle young patients after she blew the whistle on a therapy-to-gender clinic pipeline.Von Brandi Kruse
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S2 Ep4: Truth Tellers: Ahnaleigh Wilson
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At 15 years old, Ahnaleigh Wilson has become an important truth teller in the fight to protect girls' sports. She started speaking out after losing the Junior Olympics track meet in Washington state to a biological boy.Von Brandi Kruse
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S2 Ep3: Truth Tellers: Tara Faul
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Tara Faul started documenting unrest in Portland during the summer of 2020 – now she documents its decline through powerful and personal images of those suffering on its streets.Von Brandi Kruse
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S2 Ep2: Truth Tellers: Cliff Mass
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Cliff Mass is a professor of atmospheric sciences at the University of Washington. He once tutored then-Congressman Jay Inslee on climate issues, only to watch him turn around and politicize climate change for political gain.Von Brandi Kruse
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S2 Ep1: Truth Tellers: Ana Kasparian
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unDivided brings you a special interview series, celebrating important "Truth Tellers" from all sides of politics and culture. Ana Kasparian is executive producer and host of The Young Turks. A self-professed Leftist, she’s become increasingly critical of the Democratic Party and its policies – especially in places like California.…
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S1 Ep503: Murder is a predictable outcome (12.19.24)
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When government policies cater to the law-breaking, loss of life is to be expected. Evictions are skyrocketing and the media blames everything except the actual cause. Activist judge strikes again. Idaho Board of Education stands up for meritocracy. Cato Institute ranks the freest states.Von Brandi Kruse
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2024 was a critical year in both AI and social media. Things moved so fast it was hard to keep up. So our hosts reached into their mailbag to answer some of your most burning questions. Thank you so much to everyone who submitted questions. We will see you all in the new year. We are hiring for a new Director of Philanthropy at CHT. Next year will …
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S1 Ep502: The desires of a double murderer (12.18.24)
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The Seattle Times writes sob story about killer who says trans inmates are being treated unfairly. Olympia looks to become a ‘sanctuary’ for the gender diverse. State appointees want more power over sheriffs. The Left picks and chooses which gun crimes to be mad about. Common sense out of Canada.Von Brandi Kruse
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S1 Ep501: A baffling level of incompetence (12.17.24)
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To solve budget deficit, Governor Inslee proposes raising taxes and spending. There’s only one entity to blame for Washington’s incompetent leadership. A so-called solution to protecting kids from drug abusing parents will leave you speechless. Trump sues pollster. Blue-state leaders think we’re all stupid.…
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S1 Ep500: Budget crisis my ass (12.16.24)
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Washington state Democrats claim we’re in a budget crisis, but their priorities prove that’s a load of crap. Pay for striking workers back on the table – will Ferguson sign it? Seattle business owner says ‘it’s hell’ to operate her store in the city’s most progressive neighborhood. Drones galore! Trump weighing pardon of NYC Mayor Eric Adams.…
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S1 Ep499: Your money is being used to overturn your vote (12.12.24)
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Seattle and King County have joined a suit to overturn the will of voters on I-2066. In a matter of days, three separate stories about child predators in local public schools. Trump’s historic comeback honored in Time. Florida’s social media ban for minors becomes law January 1.Von Brandi Kruse
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S1 Ep498: We have 47 days to save girls’ sports (12.11.24)
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The governing body of high school sports in Washington state will consider banning biological boys from competing against girls. Salary for head of homeless authority is all you need to know about why homelessness is so bad. Corruption plagues taxpayer-backed program targeting youth violence. “Super Sanctuary" county is super stupid.…
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S1 Ep497: The nail in our state’s economic coffin (12.10.24)
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Democrats in Washington state feel emboldened to raise taxes, and they’re eyeing the dumbest one possible. Bob Ferguson is keeping up his moderate charade. Governor Inslee dismisses Idaho rumors. Bruce Harrell is probably the best Seattle can do. Japan wants people to have more sex.Von Brandi Kruse
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Episode 116 - Transparency
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How do we talk about what our lives were like before we got married? Do we tell our future spouse all of our deep dark secrets? Do we reveal all of it to God, and allow him to make us new? These are some of the questions that we are talking about in this episode. Join us as we talk about battling towards restoration. Drop a comment and let us know …
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S1 Ep496: Daniel Penny case is absolutely about racism (12.9.24)
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America should be ashamed of what Daniel Penny was put through. Suspect arrested in healthcare CEO murder is far-left activist. Shocker: Crime drops in local city where officers are allowed to enforce the law. As state freezes hiring amid budget deficit, Governor Inslee issues sweeping DEI directive. Brandi offers an apology for failing to observe …
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S1 Ep495: Brandi’s got her tinfoil hat on (12.5.24)
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Something is fishy about murder of healthcare CEO. Democratic leaders in Olympia erase any doubt about new taxes. Jeff Bezos says he’s optimistic about second Trump administration. Governor Ron DeSantis under consideration for defense secretary. Justice KBJ has lost her mind.Von Brandi Kruse
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S1 Ep494: Don’t let the door hit you on the way out (12.4.24)
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Seattle’s most extreme council member resigns in frustration. State-funded reporters will be covering the upcoming legislative session. The government can’t budget, so you have to pay up. New York Mayor Eric Adams welcomes help from the incoming Trump admin. ACLU is the biggest sham in America.Von Brandi Kruse
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S1 Ep493: A crisis of their own making (12.3.24)
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A massive budget deficit might just be the best thing that could happen to our state. Should previous support for police defunding be disqualifying? Ninth Circuit says King County can’t interfere with federal deportations. Trump says maybe Canada should become our 51st state, eh?Von Brandi Kruse
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S1 Ep492: I beg your pardon? (12.2.24)
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President Biden pardons his son – would you do the same? Seattle’s mayor turns Christmas tree lighting into divisive political speech. Meanwhile, drug addicts open their own holiday shopping bazaars. Bernie Sanders loves DOGE!Von Brandi Kruse
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Episode 115 - Holiday Stress Relief
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The Holiday season is upon us! Thanksgiving is this week (tomorrow from our recording), and Christmas is right around the corner. The stress of everyday life can be heightened, or more noticeable, during this time of year. So what do we do about it? We recognize it for what it is. We talk about it. We confront it, and deal with it. We also talked a…
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S1 Ep491: Are YOU a Domestic Violent Extremist? (11.27.24)
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A state task force focused on combatting extremism is exactly what you think it is. The Seattle Times really loves platforming whiny workers. The Seattle business community is committing economic self-harm. University trades DEI for MEI. Pirate treasurer on “Florida Report.”Von Brandi Kruse
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S1 Ep490: Bob Ferguson’s TDS is out of control (11.26.24)
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Before he even takes office, Bob Ferguson makes it clear he has every intention of obsessing over the other Washington. Meanwhile, Seattle takes a more cooperative tone. State response to bomb cyclone gets worse by the day. PSE’s poorly timed electrification offer. Addicted to drugs? Here’s a gift card!…
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S1 Ep489: Bribes? What bribes! (11.25.24)
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As the state faces a massive budget crisis, where agencies find cost-savings tells you all you need to know about the people in power. Plus: Will Democrats push new taxes to make up the difference? The agency we give millions of dollars to help the homeless sure did a crappy job during last week’s bomb cyclone. Conservative backlash over Trump’s ch…
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The Tech-God Complex: Why We Need to be Skeptics
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Silicon Valley's interest in AI is driven by more than just profit and innovation. There’s an unmistakable mystical quality to it as well. In this episode, Daniel and Aza sit down with humanist chaplain Greg Epstein to explore the fascinating parallels between technology and religion. From AI being treated as a godlike force to tech leaders' promis…
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S1 Ep488: Buckle up, things are about to get crazy (11.19.24)
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A state lawmaker will push to make homeless people a protected class – and this time, she may have the votes to do it. Federal judge compares banning men from women’s spaces to “whites only” laws. Pennsylvania commissioner openly admits to counting illegal votes. No, the media didn’t actually believe its own Trump rhetoric.…
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S1 Ep487: Their silence led to violence (11.18.24)
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Previously mute leaders on the left are suddenly speaking out about antisemitism. Washington's budget crisis is worse than expected – and it was all avoidable. A Puerto Rican Trump supporter shares her story of being punched by elderly white woman. Governor Jay Inslee calls us all “miscreants” for wanting lower fuel prices.…
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S1 Ep486: Are the COVID-era excuses finally over? (11.14.24)
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Criminals arrested for misdemeanors will be booked into jail again – four years after a pandemic halt. FBI still hasn’t solved ballot box arsons. LA Times is wiping the slate clean after editorial board lost touch with voters. Chuck Schumer is hilarious. Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena!Von Brandi Kruse
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S1 Ep485: The Department of Government Efficiency (11.13.24)
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Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy are tapped to overhaul our federal government. Washington and California drivers should prepare for sticker shock at the gas pump. Dow Constantine destroyed King County, now he hopes to land a cushy seven-figure gig. Trump’s cabinet is coming together.Von Brandi Kruse
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S1 Ep484: A little accountability goes a long way (11.12.24)
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Seattle City Councilwoman Joy Hollingsworth joins us to discuss need for accountability on regional homeless response. Another Seattle bureaucrat fails up. Democrats should be very worried about losing Asian voters. Brandi and Nicole are still waiting for their “day of reckoning.” Chris Wallace wants a piece of podcasting glory.…
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Episode 114 - When 'What If' Turns to Regret
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Hello listeners! Welcome back to another episode! This week we are talking about the thoughts and questions that can bring up feelings of regret and resentment. What can we do about those thoughts? When life hits and emotions get raw, where does our relationship g0? Do we keep out priorities straight? At those times, we do our best to talk to each …
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S1 Ep483: Watchdogs to the rescue! (11.11.24)
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Watchdog journalist Jonathan Choe helped bring attention to a real dog in need of saving – and a Seattle city councilwoman was listening. Some races are still too close to call. Misguided Republicans lash out against Brandi for the crime of being independent. Border counties wake up and vote red. Sanctuary cities are in for a rude awakening.…
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S1 Ep482: Washington state on a political island (11.7.24)
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Blue state leaders recommit to their obsession with Trump. Washington is the only state in the union that didn't move further to the right. Adults should be ashamed of themselves for instilling election dread in children. Border counties see significant shift toward Trump. Elderly Washington woman arrested for hate crime after attacking Trump suppo…
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What Can We Do About Abusive Chatbots? With Meetali Jain and Camille Carlton
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CW: This episode features discussion of suicide and sexual abuse. In the last episode, we had the journalist Laurie Segall on to talk about the tragic story of Sewell Setzer, a 14 year old boy who took his own life after months of abuse and manipulation by an AI companion from the company Character.ai. The question now is: what's next? Megan has fi…
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S1 Ep481: Wins and losses (11.6.24)
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Everywhere except Washington state seems to be waking up to the dangers of progressive politics. We run down key local, state, and federal election results. Seattle sends a socialist to Olympia. Statewide rent control is now on the table. One pundit’s perfect explanation of Trump’s historic comeback.…
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S1 Ep480: Decision day in America (11.5.24)
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The local, state, and federal races that will shape our lives for years to come. Gubernatorial candidate Dave Reichert joins us. The state triples down on housing lie – and expects you to pay for it. Are Americans moving away from identity politics? Even Oprah is resorting to fear.Von Brandi Kruse
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S1 Ep479: More freedom, or more government (11.4.25)
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The government-sanctioned murder of a man’s pet squirrel and raccoon isn’t just sad, it’s what this election is all about. Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs joins us to discuss ballot chain of custody concerns. Governor Inslee puts the National Guard on standby. GOP texts target Hispanic voters with message about extreme gender ideology.…
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