Episodes

265
July 21, 2025

Protecting American Workers - Holding Employers and Congress Accountable – with Rosemary Jenks – [Ep. 265]

What happens when companies prioritize lower cost, non-citizen workers to fill jobs previously held by American citizens? This has happened to millions of American workers in many segments of our labor force, including highly skilled STEM workers. Our complicated visa system allows for loopholes that put hard-working citizens at risk, which impacts our culture, economy, communities, and families across the nation. The H1-B visa is most discussed, but many visa types are being misused to circumve...
264
July 14, 2025

Free to Work, Free to Hire, Free to Educate – Bringing Freedom and Responsibility Back to the Workplace – with Andrew Crapuchettes – [Ep. 264]

Many people have experienced frustrations due to toxic workplace environments. Employers often find it hard to hire dedicated, skilled employees who are eager and able to work, and employees often struggle to find a workplace that allows freedom and flexibility to make personal choices about healthcare or political ideologies and issues. Andrew Crapuchettes, Founder and CEO of Red Balloon, the nation’s #1 non-woke job board, joined Linda for a lively and informative discussion on positive change...
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July 6, 2025

Big Beautiful Laboratories of Democracy – with Jonathan Williams – [Ep. 263]

As the nation focuses on the Big Beautiful Bill, Linda and her guest, Jonathan Williams, President and Chief Economist at the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC), discuss the importance of federalism and the freedom for states to innovate and exchange best-practice ideas for human flourishing and economic prosperity. Data from our 50 laboratories of democracy provides real-life examples of effects of government policies on businesses and families across the country, which can then help ...
June 19, 2025

American Truckers United - Safety, Security, Sanity – with Shannon Everett – (Part 2 of 2) - [Ep. 262]

In this episode, Linda continues her two-part conversation with Shannon Everett, co-founder of American Truckers United, an organization formed to inform, advocate, and protect truckers and citizens from the dangers of allowing non-citizens, especially those without valid IDs and/or those who cannot read or speak English, from obtaining a CDL in our country. America depends on truckers every single day. The highway heroes on our roads have often been the eyes and ears for the American people, al...
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June 19, 2025

American Truckers United - Safety, Security, Sanity – with Shannon Everett – (Part 1 of 2) - [Ep. 261]

America depends on the trucking industry. The highway heroes on our roads have often been the eyes and ears for the American people, alerting us to dangers that may affect our safety and national security. Many laws are designed to regulate the industry, but loopholes, especially around immigration laws, allow for illegal activity, safety issues, and homeland security threats. Shannon Everett, Linda’s guest in this episode, is a veteran of the trucking industry and co-founder of American Trucker...
256
June 11, 2025

Protecting Rights - Balancing Power - The Electoral College and Federalism - with Michael C. Maibach - [Ep.260]

What is the Electoral College and how does it preserve states’ rights and protect the voices of our citizens? We often see messages from media pundits and activists calling for “national popular vote” reforms and pleas to “count all votes.” What would those changes mean to our country and to freedoms we cherish? With Linda to discuss these often-asked questions is Michael Maibach, Policy Advisor for The American Civil Rights Union and Distinguished Fellow for Save Our States. Michael provides hi...
259
June 6, 2025

WHO Decides? Sovereignty and Freedom at Risk – with Reggie Littlejohn – [Ep. 259]

We’ve all heard these terms in the news: The Great Reset, The New World Order, One World Government, and Agenda 2030. What do they mean in relation to global governance vs. national sovereignty, and how do they affect your life or business? The United States recently chose to end membership in the World Health Organization (WHO), and Argentina became the second country to do so, as well. Why? Reggie Littlejohn, Linda’s guest in this episode, is Founder & President of Anti-Globalist Internatio...
258
May 29, 2025

The Prison of Progressivism – Ideology Over Accountability - with Jeff Crouere – [Ep. 258]

You may have heard of the recent prison break in New Orleans, with prisoners leaving a cryptic note saying, “Too easy, catch us if you can.” Ten dangerous prisoners escaped undetected for hours due to mismanagement in local law enforcement and officials focused on protocols and policies based on ideology over accountability. This incident follows on the heels of a terror attack and rising crime in the city, all signaling an ongoing problem. Linda’s guest, Political Analyst, Author, and TV and Ra...
257
May 19, 2025

The Rooftop View – Transforming Lives & Unleashing Opportunity – with Pastor Corey B. Brooks – [Ep. 257]

Crime. Illiteracy. Hopelessness. Poverty. The economic, cultural, and spiritual decay present in many urban communities has caused negative ripple effects in families, communities, and our nation. Linda interviews Pastor Corey B. Brooks, the Founder and Senior Pastor of New Beginnings Church of Chicago and the CEO of Project H.O.O.D. (Helping Others Obtain Destiny). Widely known as the “Rooftop Pastor,” his mission is to transform lives and rebuild the community. They discuss the Project H.O.O.D...
May 10, 2025

The Stakes Are High – Sifting Through The Media Noise – with Mark Mitchell – [Ep. 256]

America is at a crossroad. The stakes are high. Freedom hangs in the balance. Will we return to business-as-usual with policies dominated by profiteers in halls of power, or will we continue on the populist path of returning government into the hands of We The People? We are in an information war where cries of misinformation are seemingly everywhere. How can we discern truth from error or outright lies? One way to gain information is through polling, but how do we know which polls are honest ve...
255
May 1, 2025

Promoting Business Breakthroughs - Igniting for Impact – with Kraig Bougher – [Ep. 255]

What motivates you? What inspires and activates you as a business leader and citizen? In this episode, Linda’s guest, Kraig Bougher, shares how a key decision in his life brought personal transformation that led to business growth and eventually to...
254
April 25, 2025

Taxes, Tariffs, Trade – Manufacturing A Stronger America – with David Mitchell – [Ep. 254]

What do taxes, tariffs, and trade have to do with your job? Listen as David Mitchell, owner and president of Metal Masters of Wisconsin, shares his perspectives about the short and long-term effects of tariffs and tax policies on his manufacturing...
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April 10, 2025

Robust Growth and National Security – Unleashing American Energy – with Thomas Pyle – [Ep. 253]

Energy independence leads to national security, a robust economy, and opportunities for growth and innovation. We are entering into an exciting new era in American energy production and to discuss the policies and changes, Linda was joined by Thomas...
252
April 3, 2025

Tariffs & The Right to Repair – External & Internal Advocacy in the Auto Industry – with Eric M. Johnson – [Ep. 252]

Founded in 1927, Arnold Motor Supply has weathered many storms, literally and figuratively. Wars, the Great Depression, and natural disasters brought challenges that were met with creativity, tenacity, and principled leadership. The same traits are...
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March 26, 2025

From Labor Camp to CEO – Publishing Truth, Tradition, and Hope – with Janice Trey – [Ep. 251]

Communism is alive and well in many countries around the world, causing great oppression and suffering for millions of people. Linda’s guest, Janice Trey, CEO of The Epoch Times and NTD TV, knows first-hand what life is like under communist rule,...
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March 21, 2025

Celebrating 250 Episodes! – with Linda J. Hansen – [Ep. 250]

Linda celebrates 250 episodes by highlighting topics, guests, and testimonials featured over the years. This episode will spark interest in her exciting guests and the various topics and policies that have been discussed and will remind us how...
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March 5, 2025

The Freedom Trajectory – Turmoil To Transformation – with Dr. Michael P. Farris – [Ep. 249]

Freedom is never free. It comes at a price. Many have given their lives, fortunes, and sacred honor to protect it. Once freedom is lost in any capacity, it is challenging, and often tumultuous, to change the trajectory of a nation back to one that...
248
Feb. 28, 2025

Climate Confluence - Politics - Religion - Weather - with Marc Morano - [Ep. 248]

The weather has long been a constant source of policy proposals, government spending, fear porn, and human intervention in a desire for power, all of which have influenced politics and religion. Climate scares are not new. Not long ago we were told we...
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Feb. 20, 2025

Learning From Black History – Protecting Freedom For Every Life – with Kevin McGary – [Ep. 247]

We often celebrate great leaders in history, not only during Black History Month, but throughout the year. Leaders who exhibit integrity, courage, faith, and conviction inspire us to greatness, regardless of race. In this episode, Kevin McGary,...
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Feb. 13, 2025

Taxes, Tariffs, Truth, Transparency - with Christian Briggs – [Ep. 246]

The first few weeks of the new Trump administration have been dizzying in terms of speed, strategy, and solutions. His rapid approach to cutting government waste, fraud, and abuse is seen as threatening to some, but to others his approach is a welcome...
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Jan. 30, 2025

Lonely Courage – Demanding Policies of Accountability – with Cathy Scheller – [Ep. 245]

You may remember Cathy Scheller, Linda’s guest in this episode, because her son, Stuart Scheller, was a Lt. Colonel in the United States Marine Corps when he spoke regarding the need for accountability for leaders associated with the horrendous...
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Jan. 16, 2025

Frogs In Boiling Water – Lessons From Venezuela – with Jorge Galicia – [Ep. 244]

We have all heard the story of the frog who swam happily in a pot of water, not realizing the heat was increasing and his death was imminent. We can apply that lesson to our lives as we consider how we allow subtle changes over time to erode our...
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Jan. 10, 2025

A New Era In National Security - No Time For Complacency - with Frank Gaffney – [Ep. 243]

National security is important to every citizen and a strong, secure America leads to a stronger, more secure world. Peace through strength is a proven approach, and as multiple conflicts rage across the globe it is important to be wise about threats...
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Dec. 18, 2024

Constitutional Sheriffs To The Rescue – with Richard Mack – [Ep. 242]

As lawlessness and corruption in government and business has grown, our rights have been diminished and our freedoms hang in the balance. The border is wide open, crime rates are exploding, and Americans are suffering. We all want peaceful, lawful...
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