Best FEC Podcasts (2026)

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Courthouse Steps Oral Argument: NRSC v. FEC 1:00:25

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In National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC) v. Federal Election Commission (FEC) the Court is set to consider “whether the limits on coordinated party expenditures in 52 U.S.C. § 30116 violate the First Amendment, either on their face or as applied to party spending in connection with "party coordinated communications" as defined in 11 C.F.R…

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70 – ABC-FEC’s Word of the Year: Grit 21:36

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In the first episode of 2026, Peter and Sonny discuss how, based on a study of college students in Southern California that found they are unable to perform basic math, we have decided that grit will become ABC-FEC’s word of the year. To keep our relentless progress moving forward, we are instilling grit in our staff to persevere and grit in everyt…

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FEC “A Lineage and a Legacy”– December 21, 2025 35:55

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Josh Raspberry | Matthew 1:1-17, Luke 3:23-38 Want more information about First Evangelical Church? firstevan.org/connect Website: firstevan.org Sermon Resources: firstevan.org/resources Instagram: @firstevan735 Facebook: @FirstEvanBy First Evangelical Church

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71 – Legislative Conference (LegCon) 2026 21:29

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In the first episode of the year, Peter and Sonny dive into what we are expecting for the upcoming LegCon 2026, which will take place in Tallahassee from January 21st to 22nd. They delve into what usually happens at one of these events, why, and what we aim to accomplish for our chapter and for the benefit of our members. You are still in time to p…

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2026 PAC Director Glow Up 23:44

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New year, new headshot? In this first episode of 2026, we're talking about professional presence. Award-winning producer and NABPAC's official photographer, Brendan Kownacki, joins us to break down the art of the professional glow up. From the truth about how often you should refresh your headshot (hint: it's more than you think) to the strategic n…

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Analyzing the JCPS School Board Supreme Court Case 48:07

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This week, Jazmin dove deep into the Kentucky Supreme Court ruling which overturned 2022's SB 1, which impacted the way JCPS could govern the school district. Also, Robert looked at some quick hits.By Jazmin Smith and Robert Kahne

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Litigation Update: Defending Education v. Olentangy Local School District Board of Education 54:07

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In Defending Education v. Olentangy Local School District Board of Education, Defending Education brought a suit challenging Olentangy Local School District policies related to student speech. These policies, among other things, barred students from using pronouns that match a person's biological sex if that individual identified with different pro…

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Courthouse Steps Preview: Trump v. Barbara 1:03:37

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On June 27, 2025, a class action lawsuit was filed in the United States District Court for the District of New Hampshire challenging President Trump's Executive Order No. 14,160, which denies birthright citizenship to children born after February 19th, 2025 to parents who are either illegally present in or temporary residents of the United States. …

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Session Preview, 2025 superlatives, and RIP to a friend 1:02:38

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This week Robert and Jazmin previewed the 2026 legislative session, gave out their 2025 superlatives, and said goodbye to their friend Tatum, who died tragically last week.By Jazmin Smith and Robert Kahne

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69 – Our Most Interesting Stories of 2025 21:03

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In this post-Christmas episode, Peter and Sonny reminisce on the year that was. They recap on what each other found most interesting during the last 12 months, both nationally and for ABC. The full audiovisual version of this episode is available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/qscdWN2ycZc “The Obvious Podcast” is a production of ABC Florida East Coas…

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The 2025 5-4 Giving Guide: Don’t Let the Fascists Keep You Down 21:15

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https://immigrationequality.org/ bit.ly/donatepym2025 https://www.palestinianyouthmovement.com/ https://brigidalliance.org/donate-in-2025/ https://trees.org/ https://chuffed.org/project/158294-for-those-who-have-no-one-to-campaign-for-them https://1804books.com/products/witness-to-the-hellfire-of-genocide https://www.iwrising.org/donate https://giv…

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68 – Five Principles of Leadership 25:04

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With more than 50 years of combined leadership experience, hosts Peter and Sonny dive into the five essential secrets that shape truly great leaders. In this episode, they share hard-earned insights, real-world lessons, and practical guidance to help professionals at any level strengthen their leadership journey. “The Obvious Podcast” is a producti…

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Bad Words with Amy Showalter 17:49

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Words matter—and some words need to go. Amy Showalter returns with her annual Bad Words list, calling out the tired phrases and corporate jargon that undermine your credibility as a communicator. From "paradigm shift" to "thought leader," "you do you" to "my truth," discover which terms are making you sound like everyone else—and what to say instea…

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US Senate Handicapping and Blue Oval SK Updates 53:38

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This week Robert and Jazmin took a look at the full slate of candidates running for US Senate and decided what they thought of the group. In addition, they analyzed the news about the former battery plant in Hardin County that has been developing for a week or so.By Jazmin Smith and Robert Kahne

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Movie Review: Average Joe [TEASER] 4:53

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A movie about a dipshit who prays his way to the Supreme Court. It’s worse than you imagine. If you're not a 5-4 Premium member, you're not hearing every episode! To hear this and other Premium-only episodes, access to our Slack community, and more, join at www.patreon.com/fivefourpod. 5-4 is presented by Prologue Projects. This episode was produce…

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Courthouse Steps Oral Argument: Learning Resources v. Trump 1:05:41

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The Supreme Court recently heard oral argument in Learning Resources v. Trump, a case examining the scope of presidential authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) and its use to impose tariffs. This program will break down the argument, highlight how the Justices probed IEEPA’s limits, and discuss what the Court’s dec…

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Litigation Update: Texas Association of Money Services Businesses v. Bondi 58:52

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On April 1, 2025, the Texas Association of Money Services Businesses filed suit in the Western District of Texas challenging a Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) order that lowered the cash-transaction reporting threshold from $10,000 to $200 for money-services businesses in certain Texas border ZIP codes, arguing the rule violated the A…

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67 – You Don’t Hate the Media Enough 20:08

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In this episode of The Obvious Podcast, Peter and Sonny break down why they push back so hard against legacy media. They examine how many outlets prioritize agendas over facts, highlight real-world examples, and challenge listeners to diversify their news sources to form independent, informed opinions. The full audiovisual version of this episode i…

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Courthouse Steps Oral Argument: Trump v. Slaughter 1:00:47

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Humphrey's Executor v. United States, decided in 1935, upheld the Federal Trade Commission Act, declaring that a president can remove an FTC commissioner only for “inefficiency, neglect of duty, or malfeasance in office.” In March 2025, FTC Commissioner Rebecca Kelly Slaughter was notified of her removal by President Trump, who stated in a letter t…

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Courthouse Steps Oral Argument: Olivier v. City of Brandon 56:05

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Gabriel Olivier is an evangelical Christian who often shares his faith in public. In May 2021, when sharing his faith near an amphitheater in a public park in Brandon, Mississippi, the city’s chief of police confronted Olivier with a recently amended city ordinance requiring “protests” to occur in a designated area. Olivier repositioned himself but…

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Courthouse Steps Oral Argument: First Choice Women’s Resource Centers, Inc. v. Platkin 54:14

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In First Choice Women’s Resource Centers, Inc. v. Platkin, the New Jersey Attorney General, Matthew Platkin, issued a subpoena to a faith-based, pro-life, nonprofit, requiring that it turn over years of sensitive information, including the names and contact information of its donors. First Choice Women’s Resource Centers, which provides free medica…

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Courthouse Steps Oral Argument: Landor v. Louisiana Department of Corrections and Public Safety 56:41

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Damon Landor, a state prisoner and practicing Rastafarian, refused to cut his hair as an expression of his faith. After prison officials forcibly restrained and shaved him, Landor sued under the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act (RLUIPA), which prohibits governments from imposing unnecessary “substantial burdens” on inmates’ reli…

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FTC v. Meta: Requiem for the “War on Tech”? 58:06

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What does the district court’s recent decision in FTC v. Meta portend for the future of the technology sector, free expression, and modern antitrust enforcement? After years of litigation, Judge James Boasberg concluded that the FTC had not established that Meta possesses monopoly power in the relevant social-media market, foreclosing the agency’s …

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Courthouse Steps Oral Argument: Cox Communications, Inc. v. Sony Music Entertainment 58:46

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In Cox Communications, Inc. v. Sony Music Entertainment, the Supreme Court is set to determine whether an internet service provider can be held liable—and deemed to have acted willfully—for copyright infringement based solely on its knowledge of user misconduct and its failure to terminate those users’ access. Sony Music and a gro…

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FS Credit Opportunities Corp. v. Saba Capital Master Fund

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FS Credit Opportunities Corp. v. Saba Capital Master Fund | 12/10/25 | Docket #: 24-34524-345 FS CREDIT CORP. V. SABA CAPITAL MASTER FUND, LTD.DECISION BELOW: 2024 WL 3174971CERT. GRANTED 6/30/2025QUESTION PRESENTED:The courts of appeals have split 2-1 over whether Congress created an implied private right of action in Section 47(b) of the Investme…

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Hamm v. Smith

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Hamm v. Smith | 12/10/25 | Docket #: 24-87224-872 HAMM, COMMISSIONER AL DOC V. SMITHDECISION BELOW: 2024 WL 4793028THE PETITION FOR A WRIT OF CERTIORARI IS GRANTED LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING QUESTION: WHETHER AND HOW COURTS MAY CONSIDER THE CUMULATIVE EFFECT OF MULTIPLE IQ SCORES IN ASSESSING AN ATKINS CLAIM.CERT. GRANTED 6/6/2025QUESTION PRESENTED:L…

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Hot Chocolate and Holiday Cheer: NABPAC's Year-End Lunch 13:21

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Live from NABPAC's annual holiday luncheon, between hot chocolate refills and holiday cheer, we reflect on what makes this PAC community unique.By National Association of Business Political Action Committees

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Charles Booker Is Running 34:23

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This week Robert and Brook Benningfield discuss Charles Booker's entrance into the US Senate race and Daniel Grossberg's ongoing troubles.By Jazmin Smith and Robert Kahne

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NRSC v. FEC

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NRSC v. FEC | 12/09/25 | Docket #: 24-62124-621 NRSC V. FECDECISION BELOW: 117 F.4th 389Order of July 1, 2025:ROMAN MARTINEZ, ESQUIRE, OF WASHINGTON, D. C., IS INVITED TO BRIEF AND ARGUE THIS CASE, AS AMICUS CURIAE, IN SUPPORT OF THE JUDGMENT BELOW.Order of December 5, 2025:THE MOTION OF COURT-APPOINTED AMICUS CURIAE IN SUPPORT OF THE JUDGMENT BELO…

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Trump v. Orr 45:59

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Trans erasure. Anti-intellectualism. Culture war. Moral panic. These are a few of the Supreme Court’s favorite things! If you're not a 5-4 Premium member, you're not hearing every episode! To hear this and other Premium-only episodes, access to our Slack community, and more, join at fivefourpod.com/support.] 5-4 is presented by Prologue Projects. T…

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Trump, President of United States v. Slaughter

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Trump, President of United States v. Slaughter | 12/08/25 | Docket #: 25-33225-332 TRUMP V. SLAUGHTERDECISION BELOW: THE APPLICATION FOR STAY PRESENTED TO THE CHIEF JUSTICE AND BY HIM REFERRED TO THE COURT IS GRANTED. THE JULY 17,2025 ORDER OF THE UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT FOR THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, NO. 25–CV–909, ECF DOC. 52, IS STAYED. THE …

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FEC “The Shepherd to Come”– December 7, 2025 49:12

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Pace McKee | Ezekiel 34 Want more information about First Evangelical Church? firstevan.org/connect Website: firstevan.org Sermon Resources: firstevan.org/resources Instagram: @firstevan735 Facebook: @FirstEvanBy First Evangelical Church

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Hard Dollars Rising: Why NRSC v. FEC Could Transform Party Fundraising 21:04

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On December 9th, the Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in National Republican Senatorial Committee v. FEC, a case challenging federal limits on coordinated party expenditures. Legal expert Steve Roberts of Lex Politica breaks down why this First Amendment case could make hard dollars more relevant than they've been in a generation—and what it …

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66 – Narcoterrorism & Tryptophan 22:10

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In our post-Thanksgiving episode, Peter and Sonny recount their holiday experience and delve into the current situation on the coasts of Venezuela, where the Trump administration is guarding the drug export and pressing the Maduro regime for an imminent change of course. If you missed the Tryptophan joke in the title, Tryptophan is an essential ami…

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Which Path for Patent Challenges? The USPTO's "One-Challenge" NPRM for Inter Partes Review 1:03:14

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Join us for a timely webinar examining the United States Patent and Trademark Office’s Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) titled “Revision to Rules of Practice Before the Patent Trial and Appeal Board,” which proposes significant changes to how inter partes review (IPR) petitions are instituted. This session will present arguments from both sides…

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Olivier v. City of Brandon

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Olivier v. City of Brandon | 12/03/25 | Docket #: 24-99324-993 OLIVIER V. BRANDON, MSDECISION BELOW: 2023 WL 5500223CERT. GRANTED 7/3/2025QUESTION PRESENTED:Gabriel Olivier is a Christian who feels called to share the gospel with his fellow citizens. After being arrested and fined for violating an ordinance targeting "protests" outside a public amp…

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Gov. Beshear Joins a Housing Lawsuit 32:12

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This week Jazmin tells us about a lawsuit against the Trump administration's approach to HUD, and Robert brings us several other stories.By Jazmin Smith and Robert Kahne

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First Choice Women's Resource Centers v. Platkin

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First Choice Women's Resource Centers v. Platkin | 12/02/25 | Docket #: 24-78124-781 FIRST CHOICE WOMEN'S RESOURCE CENTERS, INC. V. PLATKINDECISION BELOW: 2024 WL 5088105CERT. GRANTED 6/16/2025QUESTION PRESENTED:New Jersey's Attorney General served an investigatory subpoena on First Choice Women's Resource Centers, Inc., a faith-based pregnancy cen…

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Urias-Orellana v. Bondi, Att'y Gen.

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Urias-Orellana v. Bondi, Att'y Gen. | 12/01/25 | Docket #: 24-77724-777 URIAS-ORELLANA V. BONDIDECISION BELOW: 121 F.4th 327CERT. GRANTED 6/30/2025QUESTION PRESENTED:The Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) provides that noncitizens on American soil are generally eligible for asylum if they qualify as a "refugee." 8 U.S.C. § 1158(b)(1)(A). A refug…

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Cox Communications v. Sony Music Entertainment

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Cox Communications v. Sony Music Entertainment | 12/01/25 | Docket #: 24-17124-171 COX COMMUNICATIONS, INC. V. SONY MUSIC ENTERTAINMENTDECISION BELOW: 93 F.4th 222CERT. GRANTED 6/30/2025QUESTION PRESENTED:1. This Court has held that a business commits contributory copyright infringement when it "distributes a device with the object of promoting its…

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“He Is Who He Is”– November 30, 2025 44:31

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Pace McKee | Mark 6:1-29Want more information about First Evangelical Church? firstevan.org/connect Website: firstevan.orgSermon Resources: firstevan.org/resources Instagram: @firstevan735 Facebook: @FirstEvanBy First Evangelical Church

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65 – So Much We’re Thankful For at ABC-FEC 25:09

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In our Thanksgiving episode, Peter and Sonny reminisce on the holiday, their traditions, and what they are thankful for. They reminisce on ABC-FEC’s 2025 victories and successes, including the passage of the LEA Bill, our Miami acquisition, the success of our events and community outreach program, the launch of our ABC VR Labs, the signing of our M…

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A Seat at the Sitting - December 2025 1:25:24

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Each month, a panel of constitutional experts convenes to discuss the Court’s upcoming docket sitting by sitting. The cases covered in this preview are listed below. Urias-Orellana v. Bondi (December 1) - Immigration; Issue(s): Whether a federal court of appeals must defer to the Board of Immigration Appeals' judgment that a given set of undisputed…

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Discussing Attempts to Address Federal Overcriminalization 1:02:20

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A recent executive order entitled “Fighting Overcriminalization in Federal Regulations” and two congressional proposals: the Count the Crimes to Cut Act and the Mens Rea Reform Act (also known as the default-mens-rea proposal), all have highlighted long-standing discussions on federal overcriminalization. These initiatives were spotlighted during t…

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JCPS & FCPS Updates for Thanksgiving Week 25:35

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This week Robert and Jazmin talked about ongoing transitions, changes, and issues happening in the two largest public school districts in Kentucky.By Jazmin Smith and Robert Kahne

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Fire at Will: Trump’s Illegal War in the Caribbean [TEASER] 4:45

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These days, three degrees of separation from a drug dealer is all it takes to get you drone struck by the U.S. government in Venezuela. And look, maybe these extrajudicial killings aren’t exactly legal, but the bigger problem for all you sissy justice lovers out there is that this administration doesn’t care about the law. If you're not a 5-4 Premi…

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Litigation Update: Lange v. Houston County 52:39

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Anna Lange, an employee with the Houston County Sheriff’s Office, sought “male-to-female sex change surgery.” The county’s employer-provided health insurance policy covered some treatments for gender dysphoria, but it excluded drugs, services, and supplies for a “sex-change” (among other categories). Lange sued, claiming the policy discriminated ba…

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FEC “On Further Miracles”– November 23, 2025 52:12

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Pace McKee | Mark 5:21-43Want more information about First Evangelical Church? firstevan.org/connect Website: firstevan.org Sermon Resources: firstevan.org/resources Instagram: @firstevan735 Facebook: @FirstEvanBy First Evangelical Church

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64 – The Nigerian Persecution of its Christian Population 23:58

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This week, Peter and Sonny discuss the Nigerian genocide and how it has come to the forefront following Bill Maher’s mention of it on his show. They call out on “the Blue Hair Brigade” for not protesting this issue, and on the legacy media for not covering it. They also remind us that the first Trump administration designated Nigeria as a CPC, yet …

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Talks with Authors: Born Equal: Remaking America's Constitution, 1840–1920 1:01:09

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In Born Equal: Remaking America’s Constitution, 1840–1920, Prof. Akhil Reed Amar traces the arc of American constitutional debate from the post-Founding era to the Progressive Era, focusing especially on America’s fundamental question raised originally by our Declaration of Independence: what does it mean to say that all men and w…