American Viewpoints

American Viewpoints

America's news talk radio show that doesn't just inform, it empowers. Often, important stories, viewpoints, and information don't make it into the headlines, so we're finding them and bringing them to you. By the end of each week's show, you'll have new information you can use. Syndicated through Talk Media Network https://talkmedianetwork.com/show/american-viewpoints-with-mike-ferguson/

Episodes

Regulating Crypto. How Much Government Is Enough, But Not Too Much?

April 22, 2025 • 10 mins
The CATO Institute's Jennfer Schulp provides insight into the federal government's approach to regulating crypto currency. This follows a recent summit on crypto that was held at the White House.
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The Pro-Union Elements In Donald Trump's Administration

April 22, 2025 • 10 mins
Mark Mix from National Right To Work comments on the pro union Labor Secretary nominated by President Trump and the direction the Administration appears to be taking regrding labor law and worker freedom. Mix contrasts that with Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's decision to eliminate the union presence in the TSA.
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Is Public Opinion Moving Back To Reality And Away From Radical Gender Ideology? Even In Congress?

April 22, 2025 • 9 mins
Host Mike Ferguson comments on the culture war over gender ideology and the apparent move back towards a more traditional view of the sexes. The monologue results from an incident at a Congressional subcommittee hearing. Congressman Keith Self referred to a male member of Congress, Tim "Sarah" McBride, who identifies as a woman as being a man. He was confronted by another member for not being more politically correct (woke?).
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Getting A Handle On Inflation While Bracing For A Trade War?

April 22, 2025 • 10 mins
Ryan Young from the Competitive Enterprise Institute, comments on the state of the economy, including the latest (February's numbers at the time) inflation report and the possibility of a trade war as a result of President Trump's tariff increase plans.
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Getting It Right: Why Accuracy Matters From DOGE

April 21, 2025 • 10 mins
Christian Datoc, reporter for the Washington Examiner, updates us on the work the Department of Government Efficiency. This discussion follows questions about the accuracy of the claims DOGE is making regarding the level of savings the effort is securing.
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DEI Exposed

April 21, 2025 • 10 mins
Dr. Stanley Ridgley, author of DEI Exposed: How The Biggest Con Of The Century Almost Toppled High Education, discusses the debate over DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) initiatives and the backlash to them in higher education. For more information: https://www.amazon.com/DEI-Exposed-Biggest-Century-Education/dp/1963271734
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Suspect Terrorist Mastermind Caught: Reaction From A Gold Star Father

April 21, 2025 • 9 mins
Mark Schmitz, father of Lance Corporal Jared Schmitz who died in the terrorist attacks at the Kabul airport, discusses the news that the alleged mastermind of that attack has been caught. Schmitz also explains the mission of TheFreedom13.org, which works to provide support for veterans and their families. For more information: TheFreedom13.org
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Who Wins A Trade War?

April 21, 2025 • 10 mins
Lydia Newman from the American Institute For Economic Research answers questions about the effect President Trump's tariffs could have on the economy, on businesses, and consumers.
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Patel, Bongino And Reform At The FBI

April 18, 2025 • 10 mins
Bill Pascoe from Tea Party Patriots discusses the (then) breaking news that conservative radio host Dan Bongino was named Deputy Director of the FBI. The conversation also focuses on what reforms are needed to rebuild trust in federal law enforcement, especially by conservatives.
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The Phoenix Declaration: A New Vision For Education In America

April 18, 2025 • 10 mins
Professor James Shuls, who works with the Institute for Governance And Civics at Florida State University, discusses the "Phoenix Declaration". That's a statement written by several thought leaders, educators, researchers, and policy experts that focuses on what education in America should evolve toward.
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Don't Just Sign Here: GOA Warns Us To Beware Of Pressure From The Feds To Sign Away Our Rights

April 18, 2025 • 9 mins
Gun Owners Of America's Aiden Johnston discusses recent accusations that federal agents, specifically from the FBI, are pressuring people into signing away certain rights. Among those is the right to own and carry firearms. He explains the concerns and accusations and what reforms he and GOA want to see to protect Americans' rights.
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Lessons From History: Viewing Today's Challenges From The Reagan Era

April 18, 2025 • 10 mins
Frank Lavin served in the Reagan Administration, on the National Security Council. In this conversation, compares the challenges faced then with the international ones faced now. He also discusses the lessons from the Ronal Reagan era that can (and should) be remembered now when it comes to diplomacy and leadership. For more information: https://www.amazon.com/Inside-Reagan-White-House-Presidential/dp/B0D5WLW8HH
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How Can The Results Of DOGE's Work Affect Businesses In Your Local Community?

April 16, 2025 • 10 mins
Elaine Parker from the Job Creators Network discusses the results of a recent survey of small business owners and their opinion of the work the Department of Government Efficiency is doing. The conversation includes a focus on how that work at the federal level could trickle down and affect local businesses and economies.
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Here We Go: Is A Tariff-Based Trade War In Our Best Interest?

April 16, 2025 • 10 mins
Ryan Young from the Competitive Enterprise Institute assesses President Trump's approach to using tariffs - "reciprocal tariffs" - and discusses the likely effect consumers will experience.
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Confirmation Bias, Fake News, Objective Truth, And Subjective Feelings

April 16, 2025 • 9 mins
Host Mike Ferguson spotlights how sophisticated some fake news can be on social media and why we have to work harder to assess the information we are getting. The segment also assesses a dishonest statement President Trump recently made about Russia's war against Ukraine.
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Donald And Elon: Partners In Politics Or Frienemies?

April 16, 2025 • 10 mins
Washington Examiner reporter Christian Datoc comments on media rumors that President Trump (or some of those in his Adminnistration) and Elon Musk have developed a feud over the work of DOGE and some other federal policies. * thumbnail image from Wikicommons
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Is The Artificial Intelligence Race Today's Space Race?

April 15, 2025 • 10 mins
Adam Thierer from the R Street Institute discusses the importance of winning the race for dominance in the field of artificiall intelligence. He compares the competition between US-based AI and China's Deepseek AI and why it matters around the globe.
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America's Interest In Israel's Survival

April 15, 2025 • 10 mins
Author Israel Ellis comments on the spreading antisemitism on US college campuses and the debate over our nation's role in the security of Israel, especially after the November 7th Islamic terrorist attacks. Those are among the topic in his new book. The Wake Up Call examines the October 7, 2023, terrorist attack when Hamas and Gaza terrorists breached Israel's borders, brutally murdering 1,200 people and kidnapping 250 others. Th...
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"Down In Guantanamo": The Song And The Policy Discussion

April 15, 2025 • 9 mins
Congressman Bob Onder (R) discusses President Trump's plans to send illegal aliens with violent criminal histories to Guantanamo Bay. The segment also includes the comedic song "Down In Guantanamo", which aired on NewsTalk STL in February, 2025.
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Undoing The Past, Unleashing The Future? Trump's Executive Orders And Energy

April 15, 2025 • 10 mins
The R Street Institute's Josiah Neely discusses the Trump Administration's executive orders related to energy. Neely explains what Trump's EOs are designed to do and the likely effect consumers will experience.
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