Episode Details

Day Break | Primaries, Power, and a Nation Under Pressure --- 00:00 - Monologue 19:12 – Dominic Green, Wall Street Journal contributor and Fellow of the Royal Historical Society. Green discusses the unusual migration and geopolitical tensions surrounding Ceuta, examining how the situation reflects broader issues involving border security, international relations, and European immigration policy. 28:14 – Nicolas Hulscher, MPH, Epidemiologist and Administrator at The McCullough Foundation. Hulscher discusses the ongoing salmonella outbreak affecting multiple states, explaining what salmonella is, why a significant number of cases have required hospitalization, and the recent egg recall tied to the outbreak. He also examines food safety, industrial agriculture, treatment options, and the importance of preparedness for foodborne illnesses. 38:21 - Monologue 47:26 – Ilan Wurman, Julius E. Davis Professor of Law at the University of Minnesota and constitutional law scholar. Wurman discusses modern constitutional interpretation, exploring how judicial philosophy has evolved over time and examining the role of originalism and the Fourteenth Amendment in today's legal landscape. 57:30 – Bethany S. Mandel, conservative columnist and political commentator. Mandel discusses Representative Brandon Gill's use of the Socratic method in political debate, examining how questioning and public dialogue can shape political messaging and influence public discourse. 1:06:28– Steve Bonta, Executive Senior Editor at The New American magazine. Bonta discusses the economic realities facing the electric vehicle industry, examining consumer demand, production costs, government incentives, and the long-term viability of EV adoption. 1:16:35 - Monologue 1:25:40 – Ron Rademacher, travel writer, author, storyteller, and host of Around Michigan. Rademacher highlights festivals, local attractions, and unique destinations across Michigan, encouraging listeners to explore the state's communities and seasonal events. 1:35:48 – Kaitlyn Buss, columnist for The Detroit News. Buss analyzes the results of Michigan's primary elections, discussing the major races, key takeaways from the results, and what they could signal for the state's political landscape heading into the general election. --- Check out our brand new podcast, 'Forgotten America'... Episode 24 is live NOW at Steve Gruber on YouTube! Link below: https://youtu.be/UrGZQdE62jA