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Where the hell is our healthcare money actually going? While total U.S. healthcare spending has soared past $3.6 trillion, industry data reveals a staggering truth: up to $1.6 trillion is consumed entirely by systemic waste, fraud, and administrative abuse every single year. In this episode, Jude Odu, healthcare veteran and author of Model Optimal Care , joins the show to dismantle the complex inf...

Two families' lives are permanently altered. In this episode, I give a free-flow commentary on the verdict and Black America's frustration w/ the criminal justice system. MOST of us know that Karmelo acted recklessly. We are frustrated with the systems (plural) and how the laws aren't applied equally.

Hey y'all! In this episode, I have a virtual discussion with Mark Blacknell, author, veteran, and meditation teacher. He talks some about his journey to Buddhism and meditation and why sometimes we need to "Just Stare at the Damn Wall". I hope that you enjoy listening as much as I enjoyed talking to him. https://stareatthewall.org/

Why are we so politically exhausted? Do we sometimes have to step back? How long do we do so before recharging? In this episode, I sit down for a virtual meeting with Sam Daley-Harris. Sam is the founder of RESULTS as well as the author of Reclaiming Our Democracy: Healing the Break Between People and Government. Our conversation includes topics such as voter apathy, protests, and political exhaus...

What's going on in Edtech? Have we gone too far w/ AI? I talk with Lindy Hockenbary , host of Make EdTech 100 about the AI trend in Ed. Tech and remind teachers and students alike that technology is to be a supplement and not a replacement. Her podcast is available on YouTube , Apple Podcasts , Spotify , and Podcast Addict . LINKS TO SOME OF THE TOOLS REFERENCED BELOW: AI Trust You: Build Trus...

How is AI impacting politics globally? What is the future of AI? What do we need to know about Generative AI? Shomron Jacob, an AI strategist based in Silicone Valley joins me in this conversation where we talk about everything from deepfakes to avatars to women being targeted w/ AI in Iran. This was a mellow, yet solid conversation. Enjoy!

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Oklahoma has recently become the 17th state to ban child marriage (i.e., marriages involving anyone under the age of 18). SB504 was co-authored by two Republicans, yet received the most opposition from their Republican colleagues. https://www.news9.com/oklahoma-politics/oklahoma-child-marriage-ban-law https://www.unchainedatlast.org/child-marriage-in-the-u-s/ https://www.news9.com/oklahoma-politic...

In this episode, I chat w/ Kevin Sisco of the Sisco Report . We talk about everything from health insurance, financial institutions, AI dates and Data centers. Click here to view the transcript. This is best listened to with earbuds.

Just days before the winner of the New Orleans election was set to take office for this position, LA GOP eliminated the role. Louisiana Republicans eliminate elected position days before Democrat was to assume office

In this episode, I have a conversation w/ Dr. Michael Nuccitelli of iPredator. We talk about various types of predatory internet behavior. There is discussion of suicide so please listen with caution. ipredator.com https://www.instagram.com/drnucc/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelnuccitelli https://independent.academia.edu/MichaelNuccitelliPsyD

https://enr.elections.virginia.gov/results/public/virginia/elections/2026-April-21-Special/ballot-items/01000000-b74a-1167-ae8c-08de7ea0aabf https://www.fox5dc.com/news/virginia-redistricting-update-judge-blocks-certification-new-congressional-maps https://www.texastribune.org/2026/04/23/virginia-texas-republicans-redistricting-war-congress-trump / https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/2026-election/in...

In this episode, I chat w/ JJ Wisdom, the author of G.A.I.A.: A World on the Brink in the Age of A. I about what he believes is a mono/meta crisis-"a convergence of technological, environmental, psychological, and cultural breakdown — driven not by any single invention, but by human addiction to growth, speed, stimulation, and control." We talked a bit about how AI is creeping into our daily lives...

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In this episode, I talk w/ Alexander Carrion. Alexander is an immigration attorney based in New York. NOTE: The internet wi-fi was not the best, so there are parts of this conversation that are a challenge to hear, but I'm happy that we had this conversation, and I do feel that it will give listeners an idea as to what is happening in the midst of the immigration crisis that we are facing. NOTE: I...

Yall! Another cabinet member has been fired. Pam Bondi has been fired as Attorney General. Apparently, DJT has had it out for her for months. https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/04/02/us/trump-news

https://www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/oklahoma-hands-over-voter-rolls-to-trump-doj-including-personal-data/ https://oklahoma.gov/oag/news/newsroom/2026/march/drummond-enters-settlement-with-doj-to-safeguard-voter-registration-data.html THE SETTLEMENT THE DISMISSAL https://www.vote.org/am-i-registered-to-vote/

In this podcast episode, I talk with Sabrina Osso of OSSO SAFE about physical safety at home, work, and beyond. We had a great conversation about the work she does with her company and what she advocates for.

https://www.newsweek.com/map-states-handed-over-voter-information-trump-admin-11341530 Election Integrity Scorecard https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/justice-department-sues-five-additional-states-failure-produce-voter-rolls “Confidential” Agreements Show Trump Administration’s Plans for States’ Voter Data  Trump Administration Has Sued More than 20 States for Refusing to Turn Over Voter Files ALSO:...

https://www.coursera.org/professional-certificates/canva-essentials#testimonials What is the 'social media network for AI' Moltbook? Exclusive: Meta hires duo behind Moltbook https://news.adobe.com/news/2026/03/employee-memo

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/james-talarico-defeats-jasmine-crockett-to-win-democratic-primary-in-texas-senate-race/ar-AA1XurKs?ocid=msedgntp&pc=U531&cvid=69a83c14d7174cada738bd23f8c5eaf0&ei=16 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cHKR3qFiwQE https://www.cbsnews.com/news/kristi-noem-out-as-secretary-of-homeland-security-markwayne-mullin/?ftag=CNM-00-10aab4c&eid=34ed501977772e...

In my second guest interview, I talk w/ Christopher Baum of VotRite. We talk about election integrity, accessibility, and restoring the trust of the general public when it comes to elections.

My first guest! I have a conversation with Toni Akin about the state of education and housing in the country. She gives her perspective based on what's going on in Rhode Island.

https://www.gp.org/greens_say_the_current_state_of_the_union_is_appalling Reading the GPUSA statement and giving commentary on what I agree with and what I disagree with.

OU confirms meeting with GSS on instructor removal | News | oudaily.com Former OU teaching assistant appeals discrimination allegations on grading decision University of Oklahoma Fires Two Instructors After Christian Student Discrimination and Protest Viewpoint Bias