The Capitol Hill Show With Tim Constantine

More than 40 years after his death, Bob Marley's music can still be regularly heard on college campuses and literally on every continent on earth. Why? What do we know about the man and what is the appeal of his music? This insightful interview brings many details to light.

In a year where 61% of Americans say they do not want a rematch between Presidents Biden and Trump, does a third party candidate have a shot? Maybe. It helps if your name is Kennedy. Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. joins Tim and talks about many of the difficult issues facing the United States. Where is he on immigration? Gaza? The 2nd Amendment? What should America's role be in the world? Hear it all now....

Duke Spirits creates a high-end bourbon inspired by John Wayne. How they got to where they are is only half of the story though. They contribute an enormous proportion of their income to charity and this November, they're focused on breast cancer awareness month. Tim talks with the founder and learns a little about John Wayne, about making bourbon and of course, how to help the charitable end of t...

The GOP loves to say they are fiscally conservative and yet their actions and comments during the Speaker of the House fiasco revealed many Republicans don't really want to cut spending. Likewise they posture as the Pro Life party, yet are promoting abortion limits among the weakest of any nation on earth. Does anyone in Washington actually mean what they say? Is Reagan's party in sharp decline? 

The 25th Amendment to the Constitution of the United States allows for the removal of the President of the United States if he is no longer able to fulfill his duties. It's time to exercise this option with the sad case of Joe Biden. 

President Biden is trying to force carmakers to offer primarily EV cars, regardless of whether that is what the buying public wants or not. Sales figures have been anemic, the electric grid isn't built to handle it and there is no charging infrastructure in place. It is really a disaster brewing? The CEO of the American Energy Institute joins Tim with some real life answers. 

In the immediate aftermath of the 2nd GOP Presidential Debate, before the spin room could sway the opinions of those who watched, Tim jotted down notes and shared with you the strengths and weaknesses of the primary field as a whole and of individual candidates. Who was strong? Who was not? Tim breaks it all down for you. 

The United Nations recently said the most dangerous border in the world in the U.S. - Mexico border. Hundreds of thousands of people are crossing the border illegally and disappearing into America. Why does it matter?  The nation of Hungary faced a unique challenge when their Serbian neighbors began to serve as the entry point for a huge influx of migrants. Unlike the U.S. however, Hungary cracked...

When a country's leaders simply put their whims and political wishes ahead of their people and ahead of common sense, a rapid decline soon follows. Despite its infrastructure, despite its economic and educational institutions, America's leadership is risking a downward spiral similar to third world countries. 

Eight 2024 GOP Presidential hopefuls gathered in Milwaukee for the first debate of the campaign season. In the immediate aftermath of the debate, Tim assessed the performance of each candidate and declared a winner. Who benefitted and who suffered? Listen up for all the details. 

Former President Donald Trump has said he will not participate in the first GOP Presidential debate. 8 other candidates will take the stage in Milwaukee. Some have heralded his absence as an opportunity for other candidates to finally shine.  Trump however, has other plans. He has a one-two punch in mind that will make sure he dominates any and all news coverage without even showing up for the deb...

There is a bipartisan effort in the US Senate to make owning publicly traded stock and/or selling stock illegal for Members of the House, Senate and for senior Executive branch members, and for their families. The public seems to love the idea. Sadly, it is a colossally bad idea. Tim explains. 

The Struts are selling out venues all across America. They also have good news for fans everywhere. There is a new album coming. When will it be available? What's on it? What is it like? The four members of the band sat down with Tim Constantine and shared all the details in this exclusive interview. 

The Supreme Court recently ended another session with a flurry of important decisions. Predictably, the left leaning media flew into a frenzy. Worse yet, many public officials issued statements that would seem to indicate they don't understand the Constitutional role of The Supreme Court, among them, at least on SCOTUS Justice. How can sitting members of the highest court and Members of Congress n...

For 50 years conservatives chased down the Roe v. Wade abortion issue. Finally in 2022 the right was successful in overturning the Supreme Court's interpretation of a federal right to an abortion. This should have been a unifying event, yet chaos is a better description within the GOP. Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina has an idea he hopes can unite his party. He joins Tim and explains his...

For the first time in the history of the United States, a former President has been indicted. Donald J. Trump has been charged with 37 counts in Federal Court. This provides a huge challenge to him as he attempts a comeback in the 2024 Presidential sweepstakes. It also creates an unexpected opportunity for the mainstream American media. While they often tell us their job is to inform us, many jour...

Media is desperate to keep your interest. Some may think that means the most accurate reliable news sources would generate the most attention and return business. Sadly, it seems just the opposite is true in many news outlets. Whether it is print/online, broadcast or alternative media, fear is what sells. If something scares the reader, they will likely click on the story and check it out. Realizi...

Turkey and Syria recently suffered through a devastating earthquake. More than 30,000 people died. The recovery effort is distinctly different in the two nations. Turkey has largely stepped up, providing food, shelter, jobs and most importantly, hope. Syria, still suffering the effects of 12 years of civil war is distinctly lacking in government action, and in hope itself. Tim recently visited bot...

Is America really at risk for going to war with China? Unlikely. We are still however, in danger. Whether it be economically or diplomatically China is one step ahead of the Biden administration at every turn. What are the real risks of this void of U.S. leadership on the world stage? Tim breaks it down on this week's Capitol Hill Show. 

America has lived through World War I and World War II, the War on Poverty and the War on Drugs. Never, however, did Congressman Mike Collins think he would see a Presidential administration declare a War on American Energy. The Biden Administration actions have far reaching consequences impacting average Americans and people around the globe. Collins spares no quarter calling out Biden and his ap...

China brokered a deal between long-time enemies Iran and Saudi Arabia. Chinese President Xi went to Russia to talk about the war with Ukraine. China convinced Brazil to drop the US Dollar and use Chinese currency as the money standard instead. Is China the new America? How did we get to where China is influencing world affairs far more than the United States? Obama Administration Deputy Assistant...

Steve King was the darling of the Conservative Right for 18 years, helping shape the Republican agenda and welcoming Presidential wannabes to Iowa. Suddenly about the time of his ninth Congressional election, he was a pariah. What happened? Why? And how has King handled being pushed out of his own party? Tim talks with Steve in this intimate conversation. 

Senator Marsha Blackburn joins Tim and talks about the embarrassing appearance of Attorney General Merrick Garland before the US Senate this past week, about the fentanyl crisis and tells Tim whether running for President is in her future.

Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has seen a lot. He graduated from West Point, served in the Armed Forces, was elected to Congress, ran the CIA and became America's chief diplomat. Many speculate he intends to run for President. With all of that in mind, his opinion on China, Iran, Ukraine and here at home carries a lot of weight. Hear him chat with Tim about all of that and more. 

The window on combustion engines is rapidly closing. Between government regulations and mandates and automaker commitments to go to all electric vehicles, we are just years away from ... well, from a mandated disaster. In this entertaining yet fact driven episode of The Capitol Hill Show, Tim shares a recent real life example of how ridiculous the forced move to EVs is.