Conversations: Special Guests with Preston Scott

Former Florida House Speaker Paul Renner joined Preston to talk about his fledgling campaign for the Sunshine State's highest elected office. 

Dr Bob McClure, President of the James Madison Institute, shared some JMI polling data shedding light on a variety of important topics. 

Florida seems determined to try and bring civics and civil discourse back and it starts with students in public education. Florida DOE Commissioner Anastasio Kamoutsos joined Preston to discuss. 

U.S. Rep. Kat Cammack (R, FL-3) spent ten-good minutes with Preston with the latest on the shut down.

Ira Schoffel, the Managing Editor of WarChant.com, joined our host to review the loss to Miami and preview the visit by Pitt. They also discussed whether there was any real chance for FSU to make the college football playoff.

Florida's Lt. Governor Jay Collins joined Preston for ten good minutes to discuss why Florida is avoiding the danger being experienced in Oregon, California, and Illinois (to name just a few).The discussion also covered the federal government shutdown. 

The Entertainment Editor at Breitbart.com and author of "The 50 Things...: books, Jerome Hudson ,joined Preston to talk Charlie, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, and Bad Bunny (yes, even him). 

Sal Nuzzo, Executive Director of Consumers Defense, joined Preston to tee up what is happening with lawmakers as the early 2026 session draws ever closer. 

Florida's new Lt. Governor, Jay Collins, is a warrior. His bio explains it. His first visit on The Morning Show with Preston Scott touched on some delicate topics. This is worth a listen and, yes, the Lt. Gov. wants to come back on the show. 

Florida's District 3 Representative in the U.S. House offered a thoughtful set of reflections on recent events and TurningPoint USA Founder, Charlie Kirk. 

There are chatbots using AI to direct kids to suicide. There are chatbots without AI and with guardrails in place to prevent it. The online world is full of dangers for your kids and the odds are you haven't a clue just how dangerous or how sick and twisted predators are who are in the chat rooms and gaming sites. Mike Watkins, CEO of NWF Health Network, weighed-in. 

Listeners of The Morning Show with Preston Scott, and the host himself, offered thoughts on what the response ought to be to the assassination of TPUSA Founder, Charlie Kirk. 

Dr. Bob McClure, James Madison Institute, popped in for his monthly visit with Preston.

Justin Haskins, Heartland Institute and StoppingSocialism.com, joined Preston to discuss recent Rasmussen polling which is, simply put, horrible. 

Paul Renner served in the Navy for 20 years, with two combat deployments. He also served in Florida's legislature, two years as Speaker of The Florida House. Now he wants to be Florida's next governor. 

Florida is leading the nation in reducing recidivism and other states are taking notice. There is a reality many struggle with ... more than 20,000 inmates will become returning citizens each year. Will they be prepared for success outside the walls or not? One of many topics discuss with Ricky Dixon, Secretary of The Florida Department of Corrections (BTW: It's called Corrections, not Prisons). 

Dr. Ryan Owens would appear to be a bit of an anamoly in today's higher education landscape. He actually believes in teaching and discussing the foundation of America through the lens of history. He is Director, Florida Institute for Governance and Civics and Professor of Political Science at Florida State University. This was a great visit,. 

Charlie Strickland, TalonTraining.com, joined Preston to discuss the tragedy at the Catholic school mass in Minneapolis, plus what are some options for those who won't, or can't, carry a firearm. 

This intrigued me. I don't necessarily share the idea that America is about to enter (or has entered) a "golden age," but I am interested in what the Heritage Foundation wants to learn about what you think about our nation. I spoke with Genevieve Wood, a Heritage Foundation spokesperson (she was outstanding). Check it out.

Now a mom, Congresswoman Kat Cammack (R-FL. 3) is more determined than ever to fight for the future of our nation. A great visit. 

He and his wife (and three sons) are new to the cast of Mountain Men. Chance Painter joined Preston live from his home in Alaska,

The Gun Writer joined Preston to make the case the ATF has abused its power with deadly consequences. 

Dr. Ed Moore spent a couple of weeks in South Africa this summer and he came in to share his experience. 

Preston was joined by radio and TV host, best-selling author Mark Levin about his latest book. 

Chad Gray is co-founder of JointStrong.com. Keeping it brief ... when you feel surgery is your only option or there is nothing to be done, Chad has some things for you to think about.