Erik Unfiltered

Contact Unapologetically Erik In 2023, a Massachusetts middle school violated a student's First Amendment right to free speech. This student wore a t-shirt with a saying which violated the rules of the woke cult. A lawsuit was then brought forth in defense of this young man's Constitutional Rights and a Massachusetts court ruled against him. In May of 2025, the United States Supreme Cour...

Contact Unapologetically Erik Recently, there was a "mass shooting" at a Mall in Waterbury, Connecticut. A 19 year old has been arrested in connection with the shooting. I read about this story and the alleged shooters criminal past. I also talk about the arrest of 11 students at a Waterbury High School, after law enforcement had to be called in to assist school resource officers. I also...

Contact Unapologetically Erik New Haven Connecticut is going to be installing cameras onto school buses due to the complete disregard for the flashing red lights and stop signs on school buses. I read the related article and give my opinions on this matter. Enjoy. Please like, follow and share You can follow me on X at @eriknotsorry or on Facebook at Erik Unfiltered or Truth Social @erikunfiltered...

Contact Unapologetically Erik Recently, I read a story about how the tailgate of a work truck stirred up controversy in Old Saybrook, Connecticut. The article is from The Connecticut Sentinel and it revolves around "outrage" from the first selectman and some others, over the words, images and message the bumper stickers represent. I read the article and give my colorful commentary. Enjoy...

Contact Unapologetically Erik Around 9pm on May 21st, 2025, two Israeli staffers were gunned down while they were exiting an event in Washington, DC. The attacker then tried to enter the event, but thankfully, security prevented more bloodshed. I discuss this story and more.  Please like, follow and share You can follow me on X at @eriknotsorry or on Facebook at Erik Unfiltered or Truth Social @er...

Contact Unapologetically Erik May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Although I do not ordinarily care about "month" celebrating, mental health is important, more people struggle with it today than ever before and it is something that has affected me in my life. Although I did not mention it in this episode, it was because of watching Episode 4 of the Netflix Series "Clubhouse: A Yea...

Contact Unapologetically Erik Recently I brought to you a story out of Bethany, Connecticut, where it was reported that an independent investigation claims to have found evidence that a town first selectman had ignored allegations of sexual abuse of children. Today I have an update to that story. I read an article from a local news outlet regarding an update in this story and of course add my own...

Contact Unapologetically Erik News broke over the weekend that former President, Joe Biden, has been diagnosed with prostate cancer. The cancer has reportedly spread to his bones. It is no secret that I am not a fan of the man, however I am not cheering about this news. I get into his diagnosis, ways to screen for prostate cancer and more. Enjoy. Please like, follow and share You can follow me on...

Contact Unapologetically Erik Breaking News overnight out of Bethany, Connecticut, has my blood boiling. Paula Cofrancesco, a first selectman for Bethany, CT, is accused in a 229 page independent report, of having knowledge of sexual abuse allegations of a town Park and Recreations employee, Anthony Mastrangelo, and did nothing. She is accused of not investigating the allegations and not removing...

Contact Unapologetically Erik One of the cool things about podcasting is seeing where episodes are downloaded from. In this short episode, I list off the locations where the podcast has been downloaded from. The number one place is the United States. Can you guess which countries round out the top 5? I appreciate each and every one of you who has taken the time to listen and continue to tune in. T...

Contact Unapologetically Erik I wanted to take a moment away from news and politics to talk about some of the fun events happening around Connecticut. From live music to sports, Connecticut has plenty to offer in the way of entertainment and things to do. I talk about a few of the postings, out of dozens, that I found on the CT Visits website. Link is below if you would like to see what may be goi...

Contact Unapologetically Erik On May 7th, 2025, a Virginia man shot an killed a teenager in what is being called an internet prank gone wrong. Three teens were apparently going around recording themselves doing "ding dong ditch" pranks, when one homeowner opened fire on them, wounding one and killing another. I read the news article and give my opinion on the whole tragic event. Enjoy. P...

Contact Unapologetically Erik We have all seen and heard about the desperate need for blood donations. Twelve years ago I saw first hand how important it is to donate blood. Without it, my wife wouldn't be alive today. There is a blood drive being held in Hartford, CT on May 20th from 8:30am to 6:30pm and Dunkin Park, home of the Hartford Yard Goats. This event is hosted by NBC Connecticut an...

Contact Unapologetically Erik On May 8th, 2025, I rebranded my podcast. What was formally Unapologetically Erik is now Erik Unfiltered. I wanted to record this episode to briefly go over why the name change and the new focus of my show. Thank you for tuning in and your continued support. Please like, follow and share You can follow me on X at @eriknotsorry or on Facebook at Erik Unfiltered or you...

Contact Unapologetically Erik Earlier this year, a man was discovered to have been held captive by his step-mother for over two decades in the city of Waterbury, CT, sparking debate and questions over how this man fell though the cracks within the system and how to prevent others from having a similar fate. Recently, some have claimed the reason that this man, and other children, have fallen throu...

Contact Unapologetically Erik I was given a tip about unhinged Facebook posts made by an English teacher at Waterville Senior High School in Waterville, Maine. I was sent screen shots of what this educator had posted. I read these unhinged posts as well as the response from the Secret Service. In these posts, this educator advocated for political violence and even doubled down on these statements....

Contact Unapologetically Erik Payments towards student loans are set to re-start this week, if they haven't already. Politicians have turned repayment of student loans into a political issue. Student loans are a heavy burden on tens of thousands of households. However, is eliminating someone's student debt and putting the financial burden onto taxpayers the solution? I get into the issue...

Contact Unapologetically Erik There have been internet rumors of a possible serial killer in Connecticut and Massachusetts, along the I-91 corridor. Officials have stated that the victims are not connected and that speculation of a serial killer is unfounded. I get into the names of the victims, how typical serial killers operate and more. As more details come out, there will be follow up episodes...

Contact Unapologetically Erik Recently I did and episode where I discussed CT HB7033, a house bill in Connecticut which is designed to protect homeless individuals from harassment, however some of the verbiage within the bill has given some pause. I looked a little more into the bill and I have more questions. CT residents, take notes...we don't want to become San Francisco.  Please like, fol...

Contact Unapologetically Erik There is a house bill in Connecticut, HB 7033, which is aimed at protecting the homeless population in Connecticut from harassment or arrest for doing such things as eating, standing or even sleeping in public areas. However, the line that stuck out to me was "life sustaining activities". I question, what exactly qualifies as "life sustaining activity&q...

Contact Unapologetically Erik Deportations are already a hot button issue. However, a question I have is why would anyone want someone who is a known violent criminal back in their country? Several democrat leaders have not only spoken out against the deportation of criminal aliens, some actually left the country in support of criminal illegal alien gang members after they we deported from the Uni...

Contact Unapologetically Erik Once again, math is hard for some people. The "wage gap" has been debunked time and time again, yet, politicians love to keep beating that old dead horse. I get into why it's complete nonsense and what the numbers really mean and why there is a perceived gap. Please like, follow and share You can follow me on X at @eriknotsorry or on Facebook at https:/...

Contact Unapologetically Erik Welcome. I am proud to announce the birth of The Church of St. Fuk Please join me, brothers and sisters, as I enlighten you on the teachings of The Church of St. Fuk. This is the first episode, the announcement episode, of the Church of St. Fuk. If you follow me on X or FB, you will have seen me post about the Church of St. Fuk but now, you can hear me speak of the Ch...

Contact Unapologetically Erik During a recent chat with a listener, they mentioned and asked me to cover wrong way drivers in Connecticut. Incidents involving wrong way drivers has been an issue local news outlets have covered but I wanted to know more. How often does this happen? Is there a common element? Whenever harm or loss of life is a result of a wrong way driver, or any accident, it is alw...

Contact Unapologetically Erik This morning, I heard a little blurb about how "CT lawmakers are looking to crack down on street takeovers''. I am familiar with what street takeovers are am aware of what issue it is, however I was curious what those in charge had planned. So, I did some research and as one might expect, it's nothing but a cloud of smoke. Enjoy. Please like, follo...