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October 26, 2025 • 34 mins
In this episode, Billy Dees takes a rational look at one of the most persistent conspiracy theories — that the Apollo moon landings were a hoax.
While this podcast won’t convince the true believers, it offers a clear, fact-based perspective for those who are weary of misinformation and want to understand the evidence with common sense.
Billy explores how multiple nations — including the former Soviet Union, the United Kingdom, Austra...
While this podcast won’t convince the true believers, it offers a clear, fact-based perspective for those who are weary of misinformation and want to understand the evidence with common sense.
Billy explores how multiple nations — including the former Soviet Union, the United Kingdom, Austra...
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October 19, 2025 • 43 mins
A professional sports franchise is more than just a team—it’s a brand. For decades, the Cleveland Browns embodied a legacy of grit and loyalty, earning a national following despite never reaching a Super Bowl. Their underdog spirit defined them, and fans held onto hope for that one fairytale season.
But in recent years, that identity has faded. Controversial decisions, questionable trades, and a disconnect between leadership and the...
But in recent years, that identity has faded. Controversial decisions, questionable trades, and a disconnect between leadership and the...
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October 11, 2025 • 37 mins
Episode Description:
In this episode, Billy Dees takes a deep dive into three major stories making headlines — the fragile peace agreement in Gaza, Jimmy Kimmel’s controversial claim that Antifa “does not exist,” and the latest developments in the Letitia James case.
A consistent theme in Billy’s commentary is the importance of evaluating issues based on facts rather than personalities or partisanship. He challenges listeners to thi...
In this episode, Billy Dees takes a deep dive into three major stories making headlines — the fragile peace agreement in Gaza, Jimmy Kimmel’s controversial claim that Antifa “does not exist,” and the latest developments in the Letitia James case.
A consistent theme in Billy’s commentary is the importance of evaluating issues based on facts rather than personalities or partisanship. He challenges listeners to thi...
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September 30, 2025 • 42 mins
In this episode, we welcome Josh Lewis, a CPA from Tulsa and former candidate for City Auditor. With more than a decade of experience auditing governments, Josh brings a practical, grounded perspective to politics and public life.
A graduate of College of the Ozarks—famously known as “Hard Work U”—Josh majored in accounting with a minor in Speech Communications, serving as president of the College Republicans. Inspired by thinkers l...
A graduate of College of the Ozarks—famously known as “Hard Work U”—Josh majored in accounting with a minor in Speech Communications, serving as president of the College Republicans. Inspired by thinkers l...
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September 27, 2025 • 35 mins
In this episode, Billy Dees offers his unfiltered commentary on the unfolding Jimmy Kimmel controversy. Billy digs into the multiple layers of the debate—broadcast standards, FCC regulations, and the often-misunderstood boundaries of free speech.
The episode also takes a serious look at the disturbing online reactions surrounding the Charlie Kirk tragedy, where celebration overshadowed compassion.
Billy ties it all together with a cr...
The episode also takes a serious look at the disturbing online reactions surrounding the Charlie Kirk tragedy, where celebration overshadowed compassion.
Billy ties it all together with a cr...
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September 19, 2025 • 44 mins
Recorded live on Friday, September 19, 2025, at 8:00 PM EST, hosts Billy Dees and Cynthia Elliott dive into the controversy surrounding Jimmy Kimmel’s dismissal from ABC. From there, the conversation expands into a deeper examination of free speech—both on the broadcast airwaves and in the broader public forum.
The airwaves are public property, leased by the government to private broadcasters under the expectation that they serve th...
The airwaves are public property, leased by the government to private broadcasters under the expectation that they serve th...
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September 14, 2025 • 33 mins
Our guest on this episode is Terry Whalin—a true insider in the publishing world who knows both sides of the editorial desk. As an editor and writer, Terry has worn many hats, shaping stories and guiding authors to success. His work has appeared in more than 50 publications, and he’s penned over 60 books spanning everything from children’s titles to biographies and collaborations.
Terry’s career includes time as a magazine editor, a...
Terry’s career includes time as a magazine editor, a...
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September 10, 2025 • 43 mins
The nation is reeling after the tragic death of Charlie Kirk, conservative political activist and co-founder of Turning Point USA, who was killed after being shot at an event at Utah Valley University. His passing has sent shockwaves far beyond political lines, drawing an outpouring of grief and condemnation from leaders across the aisle. President Donald Trump called him “loved and admired by ALL, especially me,” and ordered flags...
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September 9, 2025 • 31 mins
Our guest this episode is Kay A. Oliver — a dynamic storyteller with decades of experience in Hollywood as a producer, writer, and director. With degrees in Radio/TV/Film and an MBA in Business, Kay built a successful career in entertainment before taking the leap into writing novels.
She’s known for creating strong, imperfect, and relatable women — often professionals like archaeologists and anthropologists — who face life’s challe...
She’s known for creating strong, imperfect, and relatable women — often professionals like archaeologists and anthropologists — who face life’s challe...
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August 28, 2025 • 38 mins
Our guest this episode is Dan Schaefer—a progressive political leader, engineer, and former candidate for the Missouri House of Representatives (District 97). His grassroots campaign focused on restoring reproductive rights, defending public education, and protecting the voice of working people.
Looking ahead to 2026, Dan plans to run again—either for State House District 97 or State Senate District 22. Known as a bold advocate for ...
Looking ahead to 2026, Dan plans to run again—either for State House District 97 or State Senate District 22. Known as a bold advocate for ...
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August 23, 2025 • 54 mins
This conversation explores emerging technologies that blur the line between human experience and artificial intelligence. On one hand, there’s excitement about innovations like Google’s emotional AI, smart skin, and AR memory glasses, which could transform healthcare, education, therapy, and even human connection. Similarly, advances such as Samsung’s dream monitoring and Meta’s mind-reading interface hold promise for diagnosing me...
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August 22, 2025 • 67 mins
Alan Katz has lived the wild ride of Hollywood—writing and producing films and shows like HBO’s legendary Tales From The Crypt. His career has taken him to the highest highs and darkest lows of showbiz, and he’s ready to spill every twisted story along the way.
Entertainment Weekly named the debut season of his How NOT To Make A Movie Podcast the “Best Film Podcast of 2022.” That’s when Alan realized he’d finally become what he alwa...
Entertainment Weekly named the debut season of his How NOT To Make A Movie Podcast the “Best Film Podcast of 2022.” That’s when Alan realized he’d finally become what he alwa...
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August 14, 2025 • 34 mins
When reality wasn’t enough, J.F. Monroe built her own universe. In her Legacy of the Four trilogy, ancient powers walk among us, destinies shift, and courage rewrites fate.
Drawing inspiration from The Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter, The Hunger Games, and even Christopher Nolan’s mind-bending plots, Monroe blends epic adventure with deeply personal journeys.
At the core of her stories is one truth: the greatest magic comes from huma...
Drawing inspiration from The Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter, The Hunger Games, and even Christopher Nolan’s mind-bending plots, Monroe blends epic adventure with deeply personal journeys.
At the core of her stories is one truth: the greatest magic comes from huma...
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August 8, 2025 • 42 mins
Zafra Lerman has spent her life proving that science—infused with compassion and creativity—can bridge even the deepest divides. From her childhood in Israel to advising U.S. leaders at the White House, and from classrooms to conflict zones, she has brought together scientists from opposing nations, pioneered teaching chemistry through the arts, and championed science education as a basic human right.
In her memoir, Human Rights an...
In her memoir, Human Rights an...
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August 1, 2025 • 47 mins
Buckle up, because this episode goes completely off the rails—in the best way possible.
First up, we dive into the media’s favorite pastime: wildly speculating about suspects while the situation is still unfolding. (What could possibly go wrong?)
Then, things get tight—literally—as we unpack the bizarre internet uproar over Sydney Sweeney’s jeans. Are they just denim, or a coded message from the fashion-industrial complex? We explore...
First up, we dive into the media’s favorite pastime: wildly speculating about suspects while the situation is still unfolding. (What could possibly go wrong?)
Then, things get tight—literally—as we unpack the bizarre internet uproar over Sydney Sweeney’s jeans. Are they just denim, or a coded message from the fashion-industrial complex? We explore...
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July 25, 2025 • 46 mins
🎙️ AI, Epstein, Colbert... and Hunter Biden?! LIVE with Billy Dees
Hold onto your neural networks—this episode is a wild ride. Billy Dees goes live to break down the latest chatter about artificial intelligence and whether the robots are planning our downfall or just trying to take our jobs one spreadsheet at a time.
We also check back in on the Epstein saga, because apparently that story never takes a vacation. And yes, the cancell...
Hold onto your neural networks—this episode is a wild ride. Billy Dees goes live to break down the latest chatter about artificial intelligence and whether the robots are planning our downfall or just trying to take our jobs one spreadsheet at a time.
We also check back in on the Epstein saga, because apparently that story never takes a vacation. And yes, the cancell...
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July 18, 2025 • 45 mins
Hot Takes and Heated Topics!
In this lively episode, we dive into some of the most buzz-worthy stories in the media world. First up: a mysterious birthday letter allegedly from Donald Trump to Jeffrey Epstein resurfaces—just in time to stir up controversy. Is it coincidence, or calculated distraction?
Next, we react to the surprise cancellation of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. What happened to the golden age of late-night laugh...
In this lively episode, we dive into some of the most buzz-worthy stories in the media world. First up: a mysterious birthday letter allegedly from Donald Trump to Jeffrey Epstein resurfaces—just in time to stir up controversy. Is it coincidence, or calculated distraction?
Next, we react to the surprise cancellation of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. What happened to the golden age of late-night laugh...
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July 16, 2025 • 33 mins
If you're a fan of old-school radio, you'll find Bill Thompson’s story especially compelling. A true veteran of the airwaves, Bill spent over 30 years behind the mic, interviewing some of the most fascinating figures of our time—leaders, inventors, entertainers, athletes, astronauts, and more. By the time he retired from radio in 2018, he'd recorded an astonishing archive of over 10,000 interviews.
Today, Bill brings those unforgett...
Today, Bill brings those unforgett...
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July 13, 2025 • 31 mins
From Author Kristy Mickelsen
A Short Read Memoir – “Sweet Inspiration”
“But later, when my high from the dope I had snorted early that morning wore off, I cried again for most of the night but not out of anger. This time it was out of fear. Fear of what was happening to me. Fear of what I had become. Fear of what was going to happen to my marriage, and the fear of losing my family – all to my addiction of the street drug, crystal me...
A Short Read Memoir – “Sweet Inspiration”
“But later, when my high from the dope I had snorted early that morning wore off, I cried again for most of the night but not out of anger. This time it was out of fear. Fear of what was happening to me. Fear of what I had become. Fear of what was going to happen to my marriage, and the fear of losing my family – all to my addiction of the street drug, crystal me...
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July 11, 2025 • 49 mins
In this episode, we explore three major stories making headlines. We begin with the ongoing controversy surrounding the Epstein client list, focusing on Pam Bondi. As speculation and internal divisions surface, criticism has intensified regarding Bondi's role and the broader lack of transparency about the list.
Next, we examine the devastating flooding in Texas. What should be a moment of national unity and humanitarian response ha...
Next, we examine the devastating flooding in Texas. What should be a moment of national unity and humanitarian response ha...
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