The Situation & The Weekend with Michael Brown

In a scathing critique of the Denver Board of Ethics, the speaker takes aim at the city's lack of accountability and the double standards that seem to permeate its government. From lavish retirement parties to questionable travel expenses, the board's findings are often watered down, and the consequences are minimal. But what happens when the rules are broken, and the city's own auditor weighs in on the issue?

This episode delves in...

A record-breaking fine has been handed down to a Colorado gubernatorial candidate, and the fallout is already being felt in the state's election landscape. But is this a case of persecution or a necessary step in enforcing campaign finance laws? This episode delves into the details of the case, the arguments being made, and what it means for the future of election law in Colorado.

The speaker discusses a recent decision by a hearing...

This episode is a wild ride, folks, as our host dives into a story that's got everyone talking. A governor's press conference has sparked a heated debate about a high-profile case, and our host isn't afraid to speak truth to power.

In this episode, our host breaks down the details of a case involving seven young men accused of gang rape at a Cornell University fraternity. The governor's words have already made headlines, but our hos...

This episode is a wild ride, folks, as our host takes us on a journey from the Strait of Hormuz to the world of coins. We're talking geopolitics, economics, and a dash of humor as our host shares some personal anecdotes and digs into the latest news.

This episode is all about the Strait of Hormuz, where the US Navy has been working to keep the oil flowing despite Iran's attempts to disrupt it. Our host breaks down the latest numbers...

This episode is a wild ride, folks, with a series of taxpayer relief shots that'll leave you on the edge of your seat. From a homeowner in Poolsville who shoots and kills an intruder, to a man in Montgomery County who's suspected of killing an intruder, and a barricaded suspect in Woodland who's shot and killed by police, this episode's got it all. We're diving into the world of self-defense, where the lines between right and wrong...

In a shocking turn of events, a botched execution in Tennessee has left many questioning the state's handling of the death penalty. The speaker discusses the case of Krista Pike, a woman who was scheduled to be executed for a crime she committed 31 years ago, but was left alive after the lethal injection procedure went awry.

The episode delves into the details of the case, including the state's protocol for executions and the circum...

In this episode, the speaker takes a closer look at the insidious effects of bracket creep, a phenomenon where tax brackets fail to keep pace with inflation, leaving more and more people caught in the higher tax brackets. The conversation starts with a personal anecdote about a friend's experience with the Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT), but quickly shifts to a broader discussion of how bracket creep affects not just individuals, bu...

This episode is a wake-up call for anyone who thinks the US is immune to the consequences of China's growing economic and military power. The speaker takes a hard look at the country's trade surplus, its control over rare earth metals, and its impact on the global supply chain.

The conversation touches on the story of thalidomide, a drug that was given to pregnant women in the 1960s without their knowledge or consent, resulting in b...

This episode is a wake-up call for Colorado's aerospace industry, and it's a story that's been hiding in plain sight. The state's aerospace industry is booming, with companies like Voyager pulling in $52.7 million in revenue in the second quarter of this year, a 51% increase from the first quarter. But beneath the surface, there's a concerning trend: the industry is losing jobs, and the ones that are leaving are the ones that matte...

In a city where crime rates are on the rise, a $2.5 million advertising campaign is touting Denver as the best place to live. But is the city's perception problem or a real one? This episode delves into the numbers behind the campaign's claims and the city's actual crime statistics.

The campaign, led by the Downtown Denver Partnership, boasts about a 45% drop in homicides and a 71% decrease in stolen cars. However, a closer look at ...

Imagine a world where the government decides who gets to build the most powerful machines on the planet, and who doesn't. Sounds like science fiction, but it's not. This episode explores the tension between the tech industry and the government over the regulation of artificial intelligence. The speaker takes us on a journey through history, from the early days of elevators to the present day, where companies like OpenAI and Anthrop...

This episode is a wild ride, folks, as our host shares a personal story about a mysterious truck driver with seven kids, including two twins, who might just be the most interesting man in the world. But that's not all - we're also diving into the world of beef, where a recent ICE operation in southwest Kansas has left the cattle industry reeling. And if you're a fan of conspiracy theories, you'll love the story about the screw worm...