Mining the Media

You're going to want to buckle your seat belts and cinch those straps a little tighter. The guys kick things off with G.K.'s mental hors d'oeuvres from the brane buffet — starting with the real fight in Ukraine: minerals, money, and the geopolitical power plays nobody in corporate media wants to talk about. They move on to a story you probably didn't hear outside conservative outlets: the U.S. Hou...

The guys open with the First Lady and Second Lady's support for new legislation, Fostering the Future , helping foster youth gain opportunity and stability — a rare bipartisan bright spot signed by the President today. Then the conversation lifts off with NASA's successful ESCAPADE Mission launch — an inspiring reminder of American ingenuity when it's firing on all cylinders. From there, Dave turn...

The guys mark the 20th anniversary of Johnny Carson's passing — and the death of late-night entertainment as we knew it. Then they dive into the NBA gambling scandal, the NYC mayoral race, and Maine's Democrat Senate candidate who somehow missed the Nazi tattoo on his arm. They wrap with a hard-hitting "offensive political battle plan" for the Trump Administration to end the government shutdown....

G.K. and Dave launch this episode with an excerpt from Paul Harvey's timeless 1965 monologue, If I Were the Devil. From there, the guys dig into how far the Democrat Party has fallen — so deranged and devoted to its radical leftist agenda that it can't even bring itself to demand Virginia Attorney General candidate Jay Jones end his campaign after he fantasized about murdering a Republican politic...

In this episode, G.K. and Dave unpack an explosive yet important Substack article titled "Even the Left Now Admits We Have a Trans Violence Problem," shared in light of the horrific Michigan church shooting. 🔹 G.K. calls on all good people to live the kind of life most of us are already living — or are fully capable of living — rooted in integrity, responsibility, and courage. 🔹 Dave takes us ba...

Almost like going back to the future, the guys to a trip back to where it all started for them. G.K., as he once did with on his old show The Right Balance (TRB), introduces Dave (even using the old intro from TRB) to talk about Dave's new book. The book is titled, Commanding the Heights: Leadership Lessons from Army ATC. Using is excellent interview skills, G.K. has Dave first explain what ATC st...

The guys welcome back intel analyst and media expert Lance Fairchok to unpack the past 72 hours since the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk. G.K. opens with a thought-provoking theory: what began in the 1960s as subtle subliminal messaging to sell products has evolved into a sophisticated art of deception—one now used to radicalize our children. From there, Lance examines the tragic results o...

In this episode, G.K. and Dave take a hard look at the Democrat Party's biggest problem: a lack of moral courage. Whether it's bowing to the theatrics of Sandy Cortes (aka Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez), ignoring the corruption of dangerous New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani, or excusing transgender terrorism, the party is marching down the same road that led the Whigs into political extinc...

On this special Labor Day edition of Mining the Media , G.K. and Dave start off with dessert — talking college and NFL football as the season kicks into high gear. From there, the conversation heats up as they tackle international tensions between the United States and Venezuela's illegitimate leader, President Nicolás Maduro. Then the guys switch gears. Dave takes a deep dive into the disturbing...

After a short hiatus while Dave attended his 50th High School Reunion (and took a couple of days to recover), the guys return with a bang! They dive into the predicted demise of the Democrat Party , pointing to surprising voices like Chris Cuomo — son of former New York Governor and Democrat icon Mario Cuomo — and a panic-stricken New York Times article titled "The Death Cycle of the Democratic Pa...

G.K. and Dave hit the news buffet and load up their plates with timely topics worth chewing on. They dig into the silence of Cuban and Iranian dissidents, pondering why revolutions aren't erupting despite decades of oppression. Dave reminds listeners that generations under totalitarian rule condition people to compliance before resistance. The duo also tackles how DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclu...

The guys kick off this episode with G.K.'s now-standard serving of underreported news nuggets—the kind of media morsels that make Mining the Media truly unique. Dave then takes another swing at the ever-evolving Epstein saga, unpacking the latest twists and pointing to how Trump may have been playing 4-D chess all along—especially in light of the recent Coffee and Covid 2025 Substack post. Be sure...

The guys kick off this episode with G.K.'s "News Nuggets Hors d'oeuvres"—a flavorful serving of good news stories that the mainstream media conveniently overlooked. Then Dave dives deep into the murky waters of the Jeffrey Epstein saga, confronting the question posed in the episode title. His answer? "All of the above." Tune in for a compelling unpacking of one of the most enigmatic and unsettling...

In this episode, G.K. and Dave separate fact from fiction about President Trump's 'One BigBeautiful Bill.' What the mainstream media claims and what's actually in the legislation are two very different stories. G.K. also shares two important news items that once again slipped through the news cycle. Please visit our website at www.miningthemedia.com and share with your friends, relatives, associat...

In this powerful episode, G.K. and Dave call out the Leftstream Media for their deafening silence in the face of a truly remarkable achievement: the U.S. military's successful destruction of three Iranian nuclear sites. Dave shares his personal frustration with the media's refusal to applaud American excellence. Why? Because he and frequent guest intel specialist Lance Fairchok have spent over two...

G.K. kicks things off with rapid-fire talking points, setting the stage for Dave to break down the real story behind the Republican resistance to President Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill." You don't want to miss Dave's insight into the political tug-of-war shaping up behind the scenes. As a sweet podcast dessert, G.K. shares a heartfelt tribute to the brilliance of Billy Joel—his unmatched talent as...

G.K. and Dave have a deep-dive discussion on not only the status of the Democrat Party and their media minions, but also their total lack of self-awareness. Dave give a Bible lesson on what happens to nations collectively and individuals who refuse to face the need for living by God's standards. Please be sure to share this episode with your friends, relatives, associates, and neighbors and visit...

In this episode, the guys dive into the troubling state of the U.S. Air Traffic Control system. Drawing from Dave's 40+ years of ATC experience, he sheds light on the rigorous process of becoming a certified controller—including the intense screening, training, and the challenge of getting assigned to an airport. Meanwhile, G.K. offers some thought-provoking insights on how the COVID era sparked a...

The guys discuss the current disintegrating state of the Democrat Party, while also keeping a sharp eye on RINOs exposing themselves. Dave gives a quick history lesson from the U.S. Constitution and Federalist Paper #78, focusing on the dangers of judicial activism. Dave also shares his thoughts confirming his suspicions about Nebraska Republican Congressman Don Bacon's true motive behind calling...

G.K. and Dave Welcome Craig Bannister of the Media Research Center G.K. and Dave are joined by a familiar voice from G.K.'s former show The Right Balance —Craig Bannister, Managing Editor of CNSNews at MRCTV.org . In this episode, the guys dive into the troubling transformation of legacy media—from subtle leftist bias to full-blown alignment with the Democratic Party. It's not just slant anymore—i...

🎉 Mining the Media Hits 150 Episodes! 🎉 G.K. and Dave celebrate this milestone by reminiscing about how the show began. G.K. shares insights from his long career in media and music, reflecting on his God-given ability to recognize rising talent. They wrap up with an appeal to help grow the show ! Spread the word—share www.miningthemedia.com with your friends, family, and colleagues! #MiningTheMe...

G.K. and Dave talk about the Democrats and Left's use of the media and courts to block the will of the people.  They also lament about the violence being directed at Tesla owners and dealerships. Dave gives a civics lesson on the limited powers of the judiciary and how their current conduct is anti-constitutional. They end the show encouraging the listeners to contact and encourage their elected o...

The guys have Lance Fairchok come right back on the show to share his expertise in media manipulation and get his analysis on the post partum reaction by the Democrats to President Trump's Address to the Joint Session of Congress. They analyze the chances of the Democrats recovering from the political kill shot the President took during his speech, and the inexcusable and inexplicable behavior of...

G.K. and Dave welcome back national security expert Lance Fairchok for an eye-opening discussion on Trump's new foreign policy—being called by some A New Detente. What does this shift mean for America and the world? Don't miss this must-hear episode! Tune in now on your favorite podcast platform or visit www.miningthemedia.com to subscribe! Also, please share our website with your friends, relativ...