Best Ray Richardson of the Ray Richardson Show Podcasts (2025)

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A conversation with former US Capitol Police Chief Steve Sund. Sund was Chief on 01/06/2021 40:59

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Send us a text Steve Sund was the US Capitol Police Chief on January 6, 2021. Like many, I have had so many questions about what really happened that day. Over almost 40 minutes, Chief Sund answered my questions with painstaking details. While there are still many details to talk about, I hope you find this as illuminating as I do.…

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A conversation with Matt Jacobson on the energy issues in the state of Maine 1:02:56

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Send us a text Matt Jacobson is a graduate of the United States Naval Academy. He was also a pilot in the United States Air Force. Jacobson is also the foremost expert on energy in Maine, from energy creation to how it is dispensed through our grid. We walk through the issues Maine is facing and then close with specific solutions to fix the problem…

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A conversation with Attorney Sarah Parshall Perry of the Defending Education Foundation 40:00

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Send us a text Sarah is a guest on my morning show most Thursdays at 7AM EST. Not only is she brilliant, she is a warrior. Being a warrior is in her bloodstream, she doesn't know how to sit idly by while others suffer injustice. I am grateful for her commentary each week, but more importantly, I get to call her friend.…

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A conversation with people from Common Sense for Maine 1:12:26

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Send us a text Domenic Pugliares, Tom Bill, Demi Kouzounas and Dee Dee Richardson join me from Common Sense for Maine. We got a update of the organization's activities and talked about the issues that are on the minds of Maine people.By Ray Richardson of the Ray Richardson Show

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A conversation with Dr. Peter Earle, a senior economist with the American Institute for Economic Research 1:03:56

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Send us a text We had a wide ranging conversation on the economy. From a well-educated workforce to the impact of AI, Peter gives his thoughts on where we are and where we are going.By Ray Richardson of the Ray Richardson Show

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A discussion regarding Voter Roles, Gubernatorial Candidates on both sides and why election integrity matters 41:44

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Send us a text This is a rather broad romp about election integrity, the proper path for immigrants when they come to America and the very long list of potential and confirmed candidates for Governor in Maine in November 2026.By Ray Richardson of the Ray Richardson Show

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DNI Tulsi Gabbard drop a bombshell accusation about Obama & RussiaGate - I discuss it 44:25

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Send us a text I hope this comes off as I intended - there is a lot of information, at a fast pace about the Russia collusion investigation and the role Barack Obama played. I tried to boil down into 40ish minutes what took me several hundred hours of research. Hopefully, it makes sense to you. Regardless, you must care about this issue. If Obama d…

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A conversation with Garrett Mason, businessman, former State Senator & potential candidate for Maine Governor 1:25:55

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Send us a text Garret Mason is a friend of over two decades. He is a husband, father, businessman, former State Senator and Majority Leader, and potential candidate for the office of Maine Governor. More importantly, he is a great guy, someone who makes you better for being around him. We had a wide-ranging conversation about life, faith, the state…

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A little bit of truth about the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) 28:52

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Send us a text This podcast was taped on July 10, 2025, six days after the OBBB was into law. Democratic leaders around the country are LYING about the bill. I wanted to give some clarity and to challenge you to research it yourself ... In other words, don't take my word for it, or the word of anyone else.…

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July 3, 2025 - A celebration of Independence Day 38:41

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Send us a text A reciting of the Declaration of Independence and how we got to that point, 249 years ago I had a few struggles with my commentary and my voice was soft, but like my morning show, I left it all in, flaws and everything Hope you have a safe and celebratory Independence DayBy Ray Richardson of the Ray Richardson Show

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A conversation with Maine State Representative Josh Morris on the close of the Maine Legislative session 1:21:49

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Send us a text Josh Morris joins my morning show every Monday to provide analysis of what the Maine Legislature is doing. He joined me today on the podcast as the legislature has adjourned for the 2025 session. Love to hear from you - [email protected] Ray Richardson of the Ray Richardson Show

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A conversation with Domenic Pugliares - Dov Sacks - Tom Bill & Dee Dee Richardson from Common Sense for Maine 1:11:52

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Send us a text The five of us had a great conversation about the origins of Common Sense for Maine, our motivations, and our mission. The organization has grown dramatically over a short period of time and we will do updates with various members in the coming months. The website is www.commonsenseformaine.com to learn more. You can always contact m…

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A discussion of the Big Beautiful Bill and the unconstitutional actions of the Maine Legislature 43:35

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Send us a text Today's episode is a discussion of the Big Beautiful Bill being debated in the US Senate and the unconstitutional actions of the Maine Legislature Love to get your feedback Email me at [email protected] Ray Richardson of the Ray Richardson Show

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a conversation with former Maine Governor Paul LePage 53:24

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Send us a text Governor LePage is a heck of a guy and a good friend over the last 15 years. After time away from politics, he has decide to seek Maine's Second District Congressional seat in November of 2026. Our conversation centered around his time as Governor, but also focused on looking forward for Maine and America. Love to hear from you ray@w…

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A few thoughts about the end of the year, politics and a little something to think about ... 16:17

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Send us a text Thank you for downloading the podcast. I am going to take a break from now until the first week of January 2025 to recharge the batteries, so to speak, and get ready for an exciting 2025. If something major occurs between now and then, I will address it, but don't expect a new episode until 2025. Again, we (Dee Dee and me) are so gra…

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An update on the activities of President-elect, Donald John Trump 25:55

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Send us a text This is a brief podcast this week as we have several unexpected family obligations. I wanted to convey my excitement and my enthusiasm for the direction President-elect Donald Trump is headed in the aftermath of his historic election on November 5, 2024By Ray Richardson of the Ray Richardson Show

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A post-election conversation with Tommy Pigott of the RNC 35:35

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Send us a text # Tommy joined me again the day after the election 11-06-2024 # I have known Tommy for the last six years. We worked on the Trump campaign in 2020, as he was a frequent guest on my morning talk show. He is knowledgeable and well-spoken. It has been wonderful reconnecting with him during the current campaign and gaining his insights. …

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A conversation with Tommy Pigott, Strategic Communications Director for the Republican National Committee 38:51

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Send us a text I have known Tommy for the last six years. We worked on the Trump campaign in 2020, as he was a frequent guest on my morning talk show. He is knowledgeable and well-spoken. It has been wonderful reconnecting with him during the current campaign and gaining his insights. He is one of my most popular guests on my morning talk show.…

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A split podcast, talking about Maine's budget woes and doing a two-week-out overview of the Electoral College outcome 42:08

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Send us a text State Representative Josh Morris joins me in the first half to talk about the 949 million dollar state of Maine government budget deficit The second half is devoted to a romp through the Electoral College and its likely outcome, two weeks from the November 5, 2024 electionBy Ray Richardson of the Ray Richardson Show

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A conversation with Mike Shepard, the political editor of the Bangor Daily News 39:44

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Send us a text Michael Shepherd joined the Bangor Daily News in 2015 after time at the Kennebec Journal. He lives in Augusta Maine, graduated from the University of Maine in 2012 and has a master's degree from the University of Southern Maine's Muskie School of Public Service. Mike is also a guest on my daily talk show each Friday morning at 7:05AM…

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A conversation with Joel Chapman - Chris Peet - Brad Dyer - about coordinating relief efforts for Hurricane Helene victims 49:03

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Send us a text The three gentlemen above joined me to discuss their efforts to bring resources to the victims of Hurricane Helene in North Carolina.By Ray Richardson of the Ray Richardson Show

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A conversation with Mike Mercer of F3 Defense 39:29

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Send us a text Mike Mercer of F3 Defense joined me to talk about his invention. "Less than lethal" is a phrase heard around the country as we seek to address violent circumstances and remove ourselves from them. Mercer heard a guest on my morning talk show share her experience of being surrounded by a mob, with her children in the car. The episode …

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This episode is a series of issues, ideas and passionate imploring of our people to make change 47:44

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Send us a text I think it is important, from time to time, to remind us all, including myself, that this is our country, and it is our responsibility to look out for her future.By Ray Richardson of the Ray Richardson Show

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Due to an extended family medical emergency, there is no podcast this week 0:36

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Send us a text I don’t have a podcast this week as my family is dealing with an extended family medical emergency. Thank you for your patience and I will be back next week with another episode of it might just be me the podcastBy Ray Richardson of the Ray Richardson Show

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A conversation with Dr. Peter Earle, an economist with the American Institute for Economic Research 1:15:46

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Send us a text Dr. Peter Earle is an economist with the American Institute for Economic Research and a guest every Tuesday morning at 7:05AM EST on my daily talk show. If you would like to tune in, you can hear it at www.wlobradio.com Peter provides an insight into the economic issues in our nation with precise detail, but in a manner an average gu…

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Breaking down some of the Harris Acceptance Speech 59:26

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Send us a text This week, I take a little different approach to the podcast. Vice President Harris gave her acceptance speech at the Democratic National Committee Convention in Chicago. In this episode, I break down a lot of what she said, adding a "truth component" to her comments. My comments are combative, a little raw, but right on the mark. As…

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A conversation with Janiyah Thomas, the Trump Campaign Director of Black Media Affairs 43:44

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Send us a text Janiyah Thomas is an accomplished professional specializing in political communications and media relations and has several cycles under her belt working with Black media outlets. With her extensive experience navigating conservative politics and strategic outreach, Thomas has joined President Donald J. Trump’s campaign to continue t…

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A conversation with Don Campbell and Mike Lebel 1:06:14

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Send us a text The 4th annual Flotilla to Fight Cancer takes place this Saturday, August 17, 2024 off Cow Island, just off the coast of Falmouth Maine. This event raises money to help those who are fighting cancer and all the money raised stays right here in Maine. This concert, featuring the Don Campbell Band, is a wonderful day on the water, Main…

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A conversation with Ann Funder, who spoke at the RNC in Milwaukee about losing her child to fentanyl 50:41

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Send us a text Ann Funder spoke with grace, courage and heartbreaking emotion at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee about her son's death from fentanyl poisoning. There was not a dry eye in the audience as she touched every heart in the room of 20,000 plus people. She was kind enough the following day to join me at my Milwaukee studio …

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A comversation with Attorney Sarah Parshall Perry of the Heritage Foundation 50:58

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Send us a text I met Sarah at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee Wisconsin. She is an extremely knowledgable person regarding the laws of our nation, the history of our government and the construction of Project 2025, a Heritage Foundation construct, not a creation of Donald Trump. Sarah joins me each Thursday morning at 7:05AM EST. Yo…

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Reflections on the ten days of July - July 13-23, 2024 46:23

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Send us a text From the attempted assasination of former President Trump to the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee to President Joe Biden deciding to not seek re-election, this was, potentially, the most interesting ten days in American political history. Thank you for listeningBy Ray Richardson of the Ray Richardson Show

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A conversation with Austin Theriault, Maine Congressional District 2 candidate 1:15:10

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Send us a text Austin Theriault is the current State Representative from Fort Kent Maine. He is also a former race car driver for NASCAR. Theriault is running for the United States House of Representatives, seeking to represent the 2nd District Congressional seat in Maine.By Ray Richardson of the Ray Richardson Show

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A conversation with Maine's Senior US Senator Susan Collins 53:00

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Send us a text Maine punches above its weight in the Senate. If you want to make something happen or solve a problem, you call Susan Collins. Collins is known for doing her homework. You can bet that when she comes to a conclusion, she can back that decision up with facts, figures and intuition, gained from her experience. I have known the Senator …

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Deception - We the people must stand up to deception, or be destroyed by it 37:28

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Send us a text In this episode, I use two specific issues to demonstrate the kind of overall deception that is used by our government and our elected people to gain what ever it is they desire. The two issues are about what really happened in Charlottesville VA seven years ago and the deception campaign that is being used by the Maine Turnpike Auth…

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A conversation with retired Army Col, and Maine GOP 1st District Congressional Candidate Ron Russell 1:07:37

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Send us a text Retired Army Col. Ron Russell is a very engaging person. For those of you that do not yet know him, this podcast gives you insight into who he is and what were and are the influences that led him down his life's path. Russell graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point and then served 30 years and 28 days in the U…

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A discussion of how to solve the issues facing Maine 50:34

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Send us a text While this podcast is Maine-centric, the principles apply to every state. This episode deals with tax policy, infrastructure, education and vision. Love to hear your feedbackBy Ray Richardson of the Ray Richardson Show

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A conversation with Pastor Matt Osgood 1:03:16

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Send us a text Matt Osgood is the Executive Pastor at Eastpoint Christian Church in South Portland Maine. While originally from Maine, Matt and his family ministered in Texas for about a decade. Matt returned to Maine to be a part of the pastoral team at Eastpoint. I asked him to join me on the podcast because a few weeks earlier, he gave one of th…

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A Memorial Day Tribute - 2024 38:32

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Send us a text Going back to my very early years, Memorial Day has always meant a lot to the people of my family. My family has a long history of military service. It was important to my Mom and Dad that me and my brother Jim had a strong understanding of what Memorial Day is and why it is important. We always attended the parades and the commemora…

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A conversation about energy with Matt Jacobson of Summit Natural Gas 1:09:29

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Send us a text Matt Jacobson is the director of sales and Marketing for Summit Natural Gas in Maine. Jacobson attended the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis MD and then served as a pilot in the United States Air Force. He has had a varied business career, head of a railroad company, leader of a lobster marketing co-op, head of Maine & Compan…

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A conversation with Maine State Representative Josh Morris of Turner Maine 1:14:25

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Send us a text Joshua Morris is an American realtor and politician who has represented the 75th district in the Maine House of Representatives since 2018. He is a Republican. Morris is in his third term and is seeking re-election to a fourth term. He serves on the Health Coverage, Insurance and Financial Services committee of the Maine Legislature.…

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A conversation with Bill Green, a Maine treasure 1:23:46

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Send us a text Best known for his long running (20 years) program, "Bill Green's Maine," Bill is an iconic figure in Maine broadcasting history. Bill spent 47 years working in broadcast journalism. His reputation for good humor, story-telling and sincerity set a standard that few have matched. This podcast conversation is literally a romp through a…

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A conversation with David Neeleman, Founder & CEO of Breeze Airways 33:09

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Send us a text David Gary Neeleman is a Brazilian-American businessman. He has founded five commercial airlines: Morris Air, WestJet, JetBlue Airways, Azul Brazilian Airlines, and Breeze Airways. The conversation is about Breeze Airways and what David sees as their future.By Ray Richardson of the Ray Richardson Show

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A conversation with Corey Lewandowski - an advisor to President Trump 44:30

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Send us a text Corey R. Lewandowski is an American political operative, lobbyist, political commentator and author who is politically associated with Donald Trump. He was the first campaign manager of Trump's 2016 presidential campaign. He is now a paid member of the Trump campaign advisory team. More personally, Lewandowski is frequent contributor…

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A conversation with Claude Berube, USNR(retired), Author, Professor and so much more 56:36

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Send us a text I have known Claude Berube for 19 years. He is a valued contributor to my morning talk show. I continue to appreciate his thinking on many of the important issues facing our nation and the world. From his twitter bio: Historian, USNA History prof, novelist; USNR (Ret); former host Preble Hall naval history pod; Trekkie; political ind…

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A follow up discussion about the 300 year old farm, national popular vote compact and how the two are related 40:31

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Send us a text On April 2nd, my podcast was essentially about the theft of the Knight Family Farms land by the Maine Turnpike Authority (MTA). I spoke with Warren Knight and got an update from him about the status of the MTA effort. In edition, I included a follow up on the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact that passed both the Maine House a…

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A 300 year old Maine business & the theft of their land by the Maine Turnpike Authority 38:57

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Send us a text Smiling Hill Farm in Westbrook Maine started in the 1720s. They began 56 years before the Declaration of Independence. Through thirteen generations, through war, financial hardship, global depressions, weather anomalies and anything else you can think of, the Knight family has found a way to endure, persevere and thrive. Yet, their g…

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A conversation with US Army Staff Sergeant (Ret.) Travis Mills of the Travis Mills Foundation 45:48

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Send us a text Born and raised in Vassar, Michigan, United States Army Staff Sergeant (Ret.) Travis Mills of the 82nd Airborne is a recalibrated veteran, motivational speaker, actor, author and an advocate for veterans and amputees. In addition to being the founder of the Travis Mills Foundation, Travis also serves as the President of the Board of …

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A conversation with former US Senator, former Ambassador and retired Colonel Scott Brown 46:00

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Send us a text Over the last several years, I have gotten to know Gail and Scott Brown quite well. Scott is a frequent guest on my morning show and often co-hosts. I appreciate his friendship and his willingness to share his thoughts on-air. Scott Philip Brown (born September 12, 1959) is an American diplomat, attorney, and politician who served as…

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A conversation with Trent England of Save Our States - the fight against the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact 49:47

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Send us a text Trent England is the founder and executive director of Save Our States. He also serves as co-chairman of the Stop Ranked-Choice Voting Coalition and is the David & Ann Brown Distinguished Fellow at the Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs. He has previously served as executive vice president for both the Oklahoma Council of Public Affa…

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A conversation with Christian Adams from the Public Interest Legal Foundation (PILF) 44:19

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Send us a text J. Christian Adams is the President and General Counsel of the Public Interest Legal Foundation. He served from 2005 to 2010 in the Voting Section at the United States Department of Justice Voting Section. The Public Interest Legal Foundation recently sued, successfully, the Maine Secretary of State's office over a lack of transparen…

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