Best Mike Rothman Podcasts (2025)

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Becoming American: Does Assimilation Still Matter? 1:00:12

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck and Sam are first joined by Jon Levine of the Washington Free Beacon to discuss the latest from Israel, including rising regional tensions and the role of U.S. aid, as well as developments with USAID and the New York City mayor’s race. Then journalist and media creator Sagnik Basu shares his journey to the…

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Congressman Mike Simpson and Jay Feely: Standing Against Political Violence 1:08:41

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck and Sam welcomed a powerhouse lineup of guests covering it all. Congressman Mike Simpson of Idaho joined to discuss the 58 Democrats who voted against cracking down on political violence (with another 38 Dems voting “present”), President Trump’s push to make D.C. safer, and his work on the House Appropriat…

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Matt Orfalea Discusses Tech Censoring Political Videos; Noah Rothman Covers Escalations Between Poland and Russia 1:10:29

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Sam Stone is joined by Sean Noble, host of Light Beer, Dark Money, who filled in for Chuck Warren. First, independent video creator turned accidental journalist Matt Orfalea exposes Big Tech censorship, from the removal of the Charlie Kirk assassination to platforms censoring the Kyle Rittenhouse footage. Next, …

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Alexander Raikin on How America Abandoned Its Suicide Safeguards 1:14:10

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck and Sam are first joined by friend of the show Alexander Raikin, Visiting Fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, to discuss how America has abandoned suicide safeguards and the lessons from Canada’s MAID program. Next, David Robinson, a leading voice for Western Canadian independence, breaks down t…

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Anna Giaritelli Shares Her Experience of Assault in D.C. That Was Never Recorded as a Crime Stat 1:06:48

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, hosts Chuck and Sam are joined by Anna Giaritelli, Washington Examiner reporter covering homeland security, immigration, and border issues. Anna shares her personal story of being assaulted in Washington, D.C. and later discovering that the attack was never recorded in police crime stats. She also discusses her …

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U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt on The Last Line of Defense 1:19:40

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, we kick things off with U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt to discuss his new book, The Last Line of Defense: How to Beat the Left in Court. Senator Schmitt also shares his perspective on President Trump bringing peace around the world and highlights his success in securing a historic FBI investment to combat violent cri…

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Gary Saul Morson on Revolutions and Satya Thallam on the Future of AI Policy 1:15:57

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, we kick things off with Northwestern University’s Gary Saul Morson, co-author of Cents and Sensibility, joins us to explore why revolutions never truly end, Dostoevsky’s warnings about nihilism, and what economist Friedrich Hayek might think about artificial intelligence. We wrap up with Satya Thallam, senior ad…

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Congressman Tom McClintock on Immigration and Wildfire Prevention and Congressman Addison McDowell Tackles the Fentanyl Crisis 1:05:25

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Congressman Tom McClintock of California’s 5th District discusses illegal immigration, the realities of repatriation and deportation, and his forestry bills, the Put Out the Fire Act and the Proven Forest Management Act, which aim to improve wildfire response and expand successful forest management practices nat…

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Congressman Dusty Johnson on Agriculture and Infrastructure, Congressman Andy Biggs on Federalism and the Arizona Governor’s Race 1:07:11

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck and Sam are joined by Congressman Dusty Johnson of South Dakota to discuss his latest bills, including the No DOT Funds for Sanctuary Cities Act, the FASTER Act, and legislation to protect women’s sports at military academies. Johnson also shares insights from his committee work on Agriculture, Infrastruct…

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Congressman Pat Harrigan Takes on Foreign Threats and RNC Chairman Whatley Defends the Vote 1:12:59

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Congressman Pat Harrigan joins Chuck and Sam to discuss his new bill cracking down on foreign espionage from China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea, his national security wins in the NDAA, and why young Americans should consider joining the military. He also weighs in on U.S. support for Ukraine and removing Chine…

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Trump’s Ukraine Strategy, The Epstein Letter Controversy, and Youngkin’s Playbook 1:19:28

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Sam is joined by guest host Michelle Ugenti-Rita, and they first welcome Henry Olsen of the Ethics and Public Policy Center, who explains what European leaders misunderstand about Trump’s stance on Ukraine and what his transactional approach to foreign policy really means. Then, RealClearPolitics’ Susan Crabtree…

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Behind the 2024 Election and the Future of Social Security 1:01:31

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck and Sam are joined by Tyler Pager, White House correspondent for The New York Times and co-author of 2024: How Trump Retook the White House and the Democrats Lost America. Pager offers a rare look inside both campaigns, including Trump’s disciplined strategy, the behind-the-scenes fallout after Biden’s exi…

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The Fight for Freedom: Then and Now 1:01:39

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This Independence Day, Breaking Battlegrounds celebrates American liberty with a powerful lineup of guests. We kick off the show with Alex Swoyer, legal affairs reporter for The Washington Times, to discuss her new book Lawless Lawfare, which exposes how the justice system has been weaponized to target Donald Trump and his supporters. Then, ASU Pro…

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Siding with Iran Is Insane, Hollywood’s Wake-Up Call, and the Path Forward for America 1:21:32

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck Warren is joined by guest co-host Shay Khatari for a compelling lineup of guests and conversations. Former British soldier and Middle East strategist Andrew Fox kicks things off, diving into his article, “The Moronic Obscenity of Siding with Iran.” With three tours in Afghanistan and firsthand experience w…

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Fighting Big Pharma and Facing Haiti’s Crisis 1:22:05

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We kick things off with former Congressman J.D. Hayworth, now spokesperson for the Pharmaceutical Reform Alliance. He joins the show to expose Big Pharma’s runaway profits—with margins more than twice the average of S&P 500 companies—and their outrageous spending, including $36 billion on direct-to-consumer advertising. Hayworth explains how Presid…

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Congressman Fine Fights the Left’s Antisemitism, Congressman Patronis Investigates the Biden Lie 1:02:17

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, we kick things off with Congressman Randy Fine, who joins us to discuss rising antisemitism and the push to label the Muslim Brotherhood a terrorist organization. Then, Congressman Jimmy Patronis joins the show to talk about his transition from Florida CFO to Congressman and filing his first bill to investigate …

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Rep. Buddy Carter on the Big Beautiful Bill, SCOTUS Wins with Dan McLaughlin, and Russia-Ukraine Insights from Thomas Grove 57:51

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Congressman Buddy Carter returns to break down the “Big Beautiful Bill,” explain how congressional math really works, and share details on his new legislation calling for a full investigation into the Biden cover-up. Then, Dan McLaughlin of National Review joins us to unpack the five major Supreme Court wins for…

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Oren Cass Defines Conservatism and Ashley Rindsberg Exposes Wikipedia’s Propaganda War 1:04:00

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck and Sam are joined by Oren Cass, chief economist at American Compass and editor of a new book, The New Conservatives, to define conservatism and discuss how conservatism needs to return to its roots by focusing on the ends—human flourishing and national well-being—rather than just making sure people have m…

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Jon Levine Unmasks Ivy League Activists and Biden’s Cancer Diagnosis 1:13:12

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Free Beacon reporter Jon Levine joins Chuck and Sam to talk about Biden’s cancer diagnosis, media complicity in Biden's medical cover-ups, and why wealthy private school students—and even a Bloomberg journalist—ended up arrested during the Columbia protests. Then, author and war correspondent Lynne O’Donnell sha…

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Rep. Mike Kennedy Strengthening Medicaid Integrity and Sen. John Curtis on His Maiden Senate Floor Speech 59:09

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, we’re joined by powerhouse voices from Utah’s political leadership. Congressman Mike Kennedy—a practicing physician, licensed attorney, and business owner—discusses his recent visit to El Salvador’s high-security prison, his legislation to strengthen Medicaid integrity, and efforts to crack down on repeat felons…

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Congressman Mike Simpson Talks America’s Energy Future and Josh Hammer on Defending Israel and Fighting Anti-Semitism 1:08:43

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Congressman Mike Simpson of Idaho joins the show for a wide-ranging conversation that begins with his shocking discovery of the scale of missing and murdered Indigenous women—over 6,000 annually—and how Congress is finally taking action on justice and jurisdictional reform. He also breaks down the future of nucl…

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Alex Swoyer on Supreme Court Legal Battles and Memphis Barker Takes on Special Forces Training 1:12:21

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On this week's episode of Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck and Sam are joined by Alex Swoyer, legal affairs reporter for The Washington Times, to break down the Supreme Court case challenging mandatory LGBTQ story time for elementary school students. Then, Memphis Barker, Foreign Editor at The Telegraph, gives an inside look at U.S. military training …

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Mackenzie Price Transforms Education with AI and Oren Cass on Tariffs and Trade Strategy 48:14

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Sean Noble of Light Beer Dark Money and Kiley Kipper of Kiley’s Corner are joined by two influential voices in their fields. Mackenzie Price, education innovator and founder of Alpha Schools, shares how her revolutionary two-hour school model leverages AI to deliver personalized, mastery-based learning while giv…

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Andrew Kerr Exposes COVID Coverup, Charlie Shrem Breaks Down Crypto’s Next Move 1:04:25

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, hosts Chuck Warren and Sam Stone are joined by investigative reporter Andrew Kerr of the Washington Free Beacon as he walks us through his latest exposé uncovering how the Biden administration concealed a congressionally mandated report revealing that U.S. service members fell ill with COVID like symptoms at the…

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Mackenzie Eaglen on Military Readiness and Justin Heap Battles Stripped Election Powers in Maricopa County 1:11:36

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, guest host Sean Noble joins Sam Stone for a packed episode featuring Mackenzie Eaglen of the American Enterprise Institute, who breaks down the true state of U.S. military readiness, how China’s defense spending compares to ours, and why Pentagon bureaucracy is undermining our ability to prepare for global threa…

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Haiti on the Brink with Michael Deibert and Congressman Darrell Issa on Reining in Rogue Judges 1:02:31

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, hosts Chuck Warren and Sam Stone are joined by journalist and author Michael Deibert for an update on Haiti, where armed gangs are rapidly closing in on the capital, Port-au-Prince. With nearly 30 years of experience covering the region, Michael explains how the country has descended into chaos, what role Americ…

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Remembering Mia Love: Her Voice, Her Vision, Her Legacy 36:31

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In light of the heartbreaking news of Mia Love’s passing, we’re resharing one of our most memorable episodes featuring the former Congresswoman. Mia was a trailblazer, a thoughtful leader, and a passionate advocate for the values she held dear. In this episode, she spoke with clarity and conviction about immigration, the American dream, and public …

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David Harsanyi Unpacks How the Left Became the Party of Conspiracy Theorists 1:20:19

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck and Sam are first joined by David Harsanyi, senior writer at the Washington Examiner, who dives into his book The Rise of Blue Anon and explains why today’s Democrat Party has embraced conspiracy politics and paranoia—from Russia collusion to claims that Elon Musk is a Nazi. Then, Mike Mazza of the Project…

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Trump’s Ukraine Strategy, Columbia Antisemitism Crackdown, and U.S. Military Readiness

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, historian and Telegraph columnist Tim Stanley joins Chuck and Sam to discuss Trump’s strategic approach to Ukraine, why his diplomatic transparency sets him apart, and what it means for the war’s outcome. Then, Jon Levine weighs in on Trump’s crackdown on antisemitism at Columbia University and the broader impli…

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Congressman Brad Knott Exposing Biden’s Deliberate Border Crisis 1:12:59

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Congressman Brad Knott joins us to expose the Biden administration’s deliberate dismantling of border security and its impact on crime, law enforcement, and national security. As a former federal prosecutor who fought organized crime and human trafficking, Knott brings firsthand insight into how the administrati…

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Unmasking Media Narratives, Border Realities & Trump’s Next Moves 54:46

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, we’re coming to you from sunny Miami, bringing you a power-packed episode featuring top political minds. First, we sit down with Colin Anderson, Executive Editor of The Free Beacon, to discuss how left-wing groups are organizing protests in deep-red districts and how the media portrays these efforts. Then, we we…

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Jason Willick on the Media’s Latest Constitutional Crisis Panic and Henry Olsen Breaking Down Trump’s Latest Polling Shifts 1:05:53

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Washington Post columnist Jason Willick joins us to break down the media’s latest constitutional crisis panic, the legal battles surrounding Trump’s executive actions, and the escalating judicial fights over executive power. We also dive into the ongoing war in Ukraine, the shifting European response, and whethe…

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House Majority Whip Tom Emmer on Trump’s Agenda, Border Security, and Fiscal Reform 28:27

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This special edition of Breaking Battlegrounds features House Majority Whip Tom Emmer for a conversation on the state of Congress, President Trump’s executive orders, and the push for fiscal reform. Whip Emmer explains the role of the Majority Whip, the effort to unify the Republican Party, and the urgent need to codify Trump’s policies into law to…

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Immigration Reform and Policy with Sean Spicer and Former Immigration Judge Art Arthur 1:06:45

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, we welcome a lineup of expert guests covering everything from immigration policy to the changing landscape of DEI and professional poker. First, former White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer joins us to discuss executive orders on immigration, the left’s reaction to DOGE, and the latest polling for Trump and 20…

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AG Knudsen on Montana’s #1 Public Safety Threat, Patrick Ruffini Breaks Down Populism, and Martin Di Caro Examines the Growing Threat to the Establishment 1:28:45

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen joins us to discuss the crisis at the U.S.-Canada and Mexico borders, the fentanyl epidemic—Montana’s #1 public safety threat with overdose deaths up 2,000% in three years—and his fight against banks debanking conservatives. Next, pollster and political analyst Patrick Ruf…

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Surviving the Taliban with Lynne O’Donnell and Alexander Nazaryan on Lawfare’s Influence in Politics 58:36

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck and Sam are first joined by award-winning journalist Lynne O'Donnell, who shares the harrowing details of her capture by the Taliban and what the world is overlooking in Afghanistan. Next, Alexander Nazaryan breaks down the growing influence of lawfare and how it’s reshaping liberalism and American politic…

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Reversing Liberal Policies with Ilya Shapiro, CFO Jimmy Patronis & Rep. Greg Steube 1:11:55

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, we’re first joined by Ilya Shapiro, senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute and author of Lawless: The Miseducation of America’s Elites, to explore the radical shifts in law school culture and it’s impact on our legal system. Next, Florida's Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis shares insights on his congress…

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Congressman Buddy Carter on the Fair Tax Act and Keeping Republican Momentum Alive 1:10:12

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck and Sam dive right in with Congressman Buddy Carter, who shares insights on how Republicans can maintain their momentum by supporting President Trump’s agenda from day one. He also discusses his Fair Tax Act, which seeks to abolish the IRS and repeal the federal income tax. Later, Armando Ibarra, Chairman …

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Joel Pollak Reports from the Palisades Fire and Helen Thompson Discusses the Fall of Europe’s Car Industry 1:06:54

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck and Sam are joined by Joel Pollak, Senior Editor-at-Large at Breitbart News, calling in live from the heart of the Palisades fire zone. They explore the facts surrounding the Palisades fire and discuss a question from Joel's recent post on X: "To repeat: if you want to believe that the California wildfires…

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Philip Klein on Jimmy Carter's Legacy and Todd Bensman Explores National Security Threats from Biden's Open Borders 1:04:18

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Join us this week on Breaking Battlegrounds as Chuck and Sam first welcome Philip Klein, editor of National Review Online, to discuss Jimmy Carter’s true legacy and the real scandal behind Biden’s death row pardons. Later, Todd Bensman, Senior National Security Fellow at the Center for Immigration Studies, delves into the national security threats …

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Fueling Your Legacy with Sam Knickerbocker: New Year, New Goals 47:23

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Start your New Year off right with Breaking Battlegrounds! This week, Chuck and Sam are joined by Sam Knickerbocker, host of the Fuel Your Legacy podcast, to discuss building a meaningful legacy through financial alignment and mindset shifts. They explore the habits and strategies needed to set yourself up for success in 2024. Later in the episode,…

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Unwrapping the Magic of Christmas: Traditions, Family, and Festive Music 1:05:47

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck and Sam kick off Christmas week with three incredible guests. First, Brian Earl, host of the Christmas Past podcast, delves into the fascinating origins of holiday traditions like the Nutcracker, the 12 Days of Christmas, Toys for Tots, and more. Next, John Fuller of Focus on the Family shares insights on …

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Thomas Grove on Reporting from Inside Putin’s Prisons with Evan Gershkovich, David Schweikert’s Meeting with Elon Musk, and Dan McLaughlin on Biden’s Pardons 1:17:24

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck and Sam first welcome Thomas Grove of the Wall Street Journal to share his experience writing with Evan Gershkovich, recently freed from Russian imprisonment, on a front-page story exposing what is going on inside Putin's Russian prisons. Thomas also analyzes Syria’s faltering regime, examining whether Rus…

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Michael Deibert Discusses Haiti's Gang Violence & Elizabeth Mitchell on States Protecting Minors from Gender-Affirming Care 1:14:58

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck Warren and Sam Stone are joined by Michael Deibert, who explores the contrasts between Haiti 30 years ago and its current state. He discusses the nation's political collapse, rampant gang violence, and his interview with gang leader Jimmy Chérizier, known as "Barbecue." Michael emphasizes the need for stro…

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Richard Paul Evans on the Magic of the Holiday Season, Courage, and Storytelling 22:04

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In this episode of Breaking Battlegrounds, hosts Chuck Warren and Sam Stone are joined by New York Times bestselling author Richard Paul Evans to explore the magic of his latest novel, Christmas in Bethel, and his beloved Michael Vey series. Christmas in Bethel is a heartwarming tale that highlights the power of hope and human connection during the…

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USA Today Network columnist Darren Cooper 16:51

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Send us a text Darren Cooper, a longtime sports columnist for the USA Today Network, encourages aspiring journalists to record podcasts, create social media brands, and learn how to cover multiple sports. Hosts Matthew Goldman and Tommy Sherwood connect Cooper's advice to their own reporting for campus media at William Paterson University. This pod…

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The Power of Gratitude: Richard Paul Evans and the Heroes of the Holiday Season 1:13:15

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This Thanksgiving-themed episode of Breaking Battlegrounds celebrates the spirit of gratitude by spotlighting remarkable individuals and organizations making a difference. We’re joined by Julie Sullivan of Pay Away the Layaway, helping families in need during the holidays; Danielle Gletow of One Simple Wish, granting life-changing wishes to childre…

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TV news pioneer Connie Chung 26:00

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Send us a text Connie Chung describes navigating her trailblazing career as a Chinese American woman in television journalism. Hosts Tommy Sherwood, William Gifford, and Julia Menn stress the importance of reporting accurately and fairly to develop credibility with audiences. This episode was edited by Tommy Sherwood.…

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Inside America’s Political Future with Kimberley Strassel, Mollie & Mark Hemingway, and Evan Barker 1:23:43

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Today on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck Warren sits down with Kimberley Strassel, editorial writer and author of the Potomac Watch political column at the Wall Street Journal, as well as Mollie and Mark Hemingway in Phoenix, prior to the ASU Center for American Institutions (CAI) Dinner and Dialogue. They join us for a deep dive into the future of A…

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Breaking Down the Political, Ethical, and Legal Landscapes Shaping Our World Today 1:04:39

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This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck and Sam sit down with three guests to explore the critical issues shaping our day-to-day lives. Review-Journal columnist Victor Joecks discusses Nevada’s political shift from Obama’s 12-point win to Trump’s victory, along with voter registration efforts and more. Alexander Raikin, Visiting Fellow at the Et…