Equal Matters

Independent Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema will not seek re-election. This throws the entire Senate into play. Sinema not only was a centrist, but prevented Democrats from removing the Senate filibuster. In her announcement, Sinema warns politics is becoming more extreme. On Equal Matters, we discuss what this means and what we can do if we are dissatisfied with our current political system. Join in....

Recorded live at DisneyLand California.  Here's what you'll get in this episode: Amy Yackowski aka Mrs. Hunter (on how to build effective teams) How to change your mind & the benefits of doing so How Disney’s teams work well together in big pressure situations 6-year old Connor’s review of his favorite ride A live review of Disney’s boldest ride: Rise of the Resistance A changing of the mind W...

This is not a review of Andre 3000's new album, New Blue Sun. This is a review of Andre 3000's journey through life. And what his journey teaches us about trying something new. Trying something new causes change. Change is hard. Change rubs people the wrong way. But, change broadens your perspective. Andre 3000 has undergone many changes. He is one of rap's greats. Yet, his latest project is a flu...

Pay attention to social media and you'll hear influencers define success one way. Money. No doubt, earning money is wonderful. Money affords you not just security, but freedom as well. But, it's not the only way to be successful. My wife, Mrs. Hunter, joins us today to discuss how our definitions of success have evolved over the years. Success, ultimately, is an individual pursuit and therefore sh...

I'm fortunate to have chased my dreams. The pursuit isn't all sunshine and roses. Oh no, there's clouds and thorns. Because the chase comes many lesson to learn. Today, six major mistakes I've made. Personal ones. Ones that impacted how I viewed myself, my relationships with loved ones, and just flat out dumb decisions. I share them in hopes you can learn from them. A career spent chasing the drea...

Hi, I'm Rob Hunter. For 23-years I pursued the dream of becoming a radio talk show host. I achieved that dream. And have just changed careers at the age of 45. Today, lessons in what I've learned. Going for it comes with sacrifice, but brings rewards. It's not all sunshine and rainbows. However, when you look back you can appreciate doing whatever it took. Here are 8 I have learned along the way....

For 23 years I've pursued a career as a radio talk show host. It was my dream. A dream that I have now fulfilled. For the past three and a half years, my big brother Mike Russell and I took Russell & Hunter to #1 in the ratings. I'm ready to have a different conversation. Still about freedom. Now, personal freedom. My journey has been filled with ups and downs, twists and turns. All taught me...

If you've ever wondered what it was like to be in a touring band, you're about to find out. Before and after a live performance in Mesa, Arizona, The Color 8 let's us into their world. You'll learn about how they operate as a band. You will also hear clips from this performance. The Color 8 is unlike any other band you've heard. They shred, rap, sing, groove, and sax. Jerm, Wisco 3, Kal the Guitar...

Change happens. One of the best tools to manage change is called the dichotomy of control. Here's how I learned this lesson the hard way. 2007 was a pivotal year for me. A year of massive change. I moved to Phoenix and adapted to working on the Darrell Ankarlo Show. Darrell was an incredible radio host. For me, this was taking a professional step backwards that really was a big step forward both p...

Traveling is one of life's most rewarding experiences. Traveling together is even better. Charlie Crull is the Vice President of Group Operations with Cruise & Tour. They put together unique tours that you can't get anywhere else. With Charlie we talk about some travel adventures we've had. I've been to 14 countries. He's been to all 7 continents. And he's put together a tour of Ireland for us...

Equal Matters explores realism, depth, & knowledge. Decisions create patterns. Decisions lead to results. Looking at those results truthfully is what allows you to change for the better. Almost all Americans agree, we'd like to change for the better. But, how? Change requires honesty, effort, and tools. Today, we discuss how to change. Specifically, which tools I used to overcome depression (w...

Decisions determine direction. Prior to 9/11/01 there were key decisions made by US Presidents. To fund the Afghan resistance against a Russian invasion, to launch a war against Iraq in '91, to not kill Osama bin Laden in 1998. All tough decisions. Decisions that continue to ripple through time with consequences. Decisions worth examining. On Equal Matters, host Rob Hunter, takes a view from above...

Sleep is critically important. For most of my life, I didn't think this was true. So I always overextended myself. Until a schedule change brought a blessing of more sleep. Not just more sleep, better sleep. Dr. Steve Hruby focuses on overall health which ties into sleep. Today, he shares what your body and mind do when you sleep, why focusing on sleep gives you an advantage , and how to start sle...

Congressman David Schweikert knows the math always wins. Trillions of dollars are spent every year on health care. 70% is paid for by you, as a taxpayer. The math says this isn't sustainable. Congressman Schweikert will present what challenges the math presents. And what can be done about it to crash the price of healthcare. The Congressman will also talk about the barriers to innovation (like law...

Hurricane Katrina happened 18-years ago. I was there in New Orleans. Working for a radio station my team (and our partners) stayed behind to work. The hurricane eventually crippled our ability to broadcast, leaving us in silence. Life changed quickly for us after that storm. Three lessons I've learned. 1)No one is coming to save you 2)Be Adaptable 3)Make The Most Of It Join in for some lessons and...

A career in radio broadcast isn't a normal journey. Often you have to move a lot, survive on little sleep, and get paid like dirt. Mark Devine lived the radio life to the fullest. He worked his way to Phoenix, Arizona and found success. First, as Tim and Mark, on KDKB. Then, as Mark and Neanderpaul on KSLX. Both shows hit #1, which is incredibly hard to do. Mark Devine is a stand-up guy with a gre...

Kal The Guitar Hero joins Equal Matters today. He's an incredibly talented guitarist with the Color 8 Band . He just got back from a nationwide tour with an artist named Anees. You'll hear some of Kal's experiences on the road (it isn't all one big party). You'll also hear how he got into guitar and how he's nurtured his talents. Kal is a dope human being . Join us.

Earn It All CEO Justin Cross has lived an interesting life. At 20 he sailed around the world in the US Navy on an aircraft carrier. He says carriers are like living in a 'kind of in a prison' with 6,000 people. Justin's job on USS Carl Vinson was on the flight deck. Today, you'll hear from a man who had a first-hand view of America's best fighter jets as they launched combat missions. He takes you...

I've always loved American history. Today, we are living in times that will be studied for years to come. A former president of the United States, Donald Trump, has been charged by Fulton County, GA of orchestrating a conspiracy to overturn an election. This is a look at those charges included in the 98 page indictment. I'm Rob Hunter. I've been studying American politics as a talk show host for t...

We recorded this podcast live on the Hunter boys great American road trip. My younger brother Chris is moving from Massachusetts to Phoenix, AZ. We linked up with our Dad, Bob, in Maine and have been driving from there. After a stop in Ft. Smith, Arkansas we talked about the journey across America so far. Not many people have this opportunity to travel 3,000 miles in a car through 16 states. We fe...

Former President Donald Trump has been charged with four new counts in relation to the election. Today, on Equal Matters, we'll explain the government's case. We'll save the opinions for another day. The case comes down to two alleged conspiracies. The first is the appointment of 'alternate' or 'fake' Electors to cast votes for Trump in states that Biden won (7 states named in this indictment). Th...

Retired NYPD Officer Rob Coppola's experience on 9/11 is different than most. Millions watched on TV. He was on duty. Today, you'll hear a New York City Police Officer's first hand experiences about his career. Including 9/11. You'll also hear about Rob's NYPD partner Steve and the things that two guys who share a squad car do. Often to each other. Rob also details the second half of his career sp...

Arizona State Representative Analise Ortiz knocked on 10,000 doors while running for office. She is passionate about her community and helping those who have been marginalized. Today, you'll learn why Rep. Ortiz left a great job at the ACLU to run for office. You'll also learn more about issues that are underreported. Issues like affordable housing & access to healthcare. Rep. Ortiz shares wha...

Health is the most important part of your life. Dr. Keiko Finnegan & Dr. Sera Sheppard focus on optimal health. Optimal meaning best. Dr. Keiko & Dr. Sera approach health as a step by step process. Today, Dr. Keiko & Dr. Sera talk about how to get started on your optimal health journey. We talk about the 14 system in your body. We talk about the need for you time. We talk about how to...

American politics has become one big cage match. Owning the other side is social currency on social and news media. Currency that is cashed in by grabbing attention, creating clickable headlines, and getting as many people to respond emotionally as possible. Today, an inside look at how Washington works from Congressman David Schweikert. Despite this, Schweikert remains 'pathologically optimistic....