The Kim Monson Show

Author Allen Thomas explains that as long as individuals are willing to abdicate their responsibilities to experts and bureaucrats, we will never realize the height of freedom. We must free ourselves from the shackles of security and embrace the scary future of a life lived through personal responsibility.

On December 29, 2023, Kim Monson welcomed two experts to examine threats to American liberty: retired Army Col. John Mills, author of “War Against the Deep State,” analyzed the expansion of government surveillance and bureaucratic overreach, while urban planning expert Randall O’Toole exposed Governor Polis’s plan to force high-density housing on Coloradans who prefer single-family homes. The Rise...

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On December 28, 2023, Kim Monson welcomed Dr. Jill Vecchio and Rev. C.L. Bryant to explore the spiritual and cultural battles shaping America. Vecchio, a physician and health freedom advocate, shared how biblical faith provides peace amid mounting global concerns. Bryant, an award-winning filmmaker and former NAACP leader, discussed civil rights, American birthright, and the erosion of character i...

On December 27, 2023, Kim Monson examines what it takes to cultivate freedom for the next generation. Allen Thomas outlines the three civic virtues essential to American liberty, while Trent Loos reflects on family heritage and the pioneering spirit that built this nation. Civic Virtue and America’s Third Founding Start listening at 01:50 – Hour 1 In this segment, Allen Thomas joins Kim to discuss...

On December 26, 2023, Kim Monson delivers a special pre-recorded Christmas week broadcast featuring historian Bill Federer explaining the origins of Christmas traditions and St. Nicholas, alongside Colonel Bill Rutledge’s detailed account of how Andrew Jackson and a band of unlikely allies saved New Orleans from British invasion. The True Origins of Christmas and December 25th Start listening at 0...

On this special Christmas Day broadcast, December 25, 2023, Kim Monson welcomes author Scott Powell and Colorado Christian University Chancellor Dr. Don Sweeting for a profound exploration of the meaning of Christmas, the historical evidence for Christ, and why the birth of the Messiah continues to shape American culture and values. The Historical Reality of Christ and American Heritage Start list...

On Friday, December 22, 2023, Kim Monson examines the migrant crisis hitting Denver as 10 buses arrive at the Zuni and Speer encampment, tackles the Colorado Supreme Court’s controversial Trump ballot ruling with policy analyst Rick Turnquist, and explores housing affordability challenges with real estate expert Karen Levine and mortgage specialist Lorne Levy. Democrats and the Homelessness Crisis...

In the latest installment of his Exactly Wrong series, author Rick Turnquist looks at homelessness and how electing Democrats and their policies just make the problems worse.

On December 21, 2023, Kim Monson examines the foundations of American liberty with Stan Everitt, founder of the Legacy Project, who explains how the Bill of Rights protects individual freedom. Scott Powell, author of Rediscovering America, sounds the alarm on the dismantling of the Reconciliation Monument at Arlington National Cemetery, while Northern Colorado caller Jenny exposes how conservation...

On December 20, 2023, Kim Monson examines threats to constitutional rights on multiple fronts, from ATF regulatory overreach to Colorado’s wolf reintroduction on federal land. Nephi Cole of the National Shooting Sports Foundation breaks down the Biden administration’s expanded firearms dealer definition, while Trent Loos raises critical questions about state authority over federally owned territor...

On Tuesday, December 19, 2023, Kim Monson examines government overreach on two fronts: automotive journalist Lauren Fix sounds the alarm on federally mandated kill switches in vehicles, while producer Luke Cashman joins for an in-depth discussion of Henry Hazlitt’s “Economics in One Lesson” and the broken window fallacy. Federally Mandated Kill Switches Target Driver Freedom Start listening at 30:...

On December 18, 2023, Kim Monson tackles two consequential topics: Governor Polis’s proposed methane emission regulations that threaten Colorado’s energy industry with Laramie Energy Chairman Bob Boswell, and the nuanced debate over women serving in combat roles with former Army Captain and police officer Yvonne Paez. Colorado Methane Regulations Could Drive Energy Companies Out of Business Start...

Colorado politics are confusing by design. It can be challenging to determine who works for you as an elected representative and who works for themselves and interested parties. Author Pam Long explains what happened in 2023 in her essay The Best and the Worst of Colorado Politics 2023.

On December 15, 2023, Kim Monson explores the foundations of individual liberty with two guests who approach freedom from different but complementary perspectives: Leslie Manookian, founder of Health Freedom Defense Fund, who led the legal fight to end federal mask mandates, and Jay Davidson, CEO of First American State Bank, who examines how ideas drive either freedom or tyranny. Ideas as the Mos...

On December 14, 2023, Kim Monson explores the growing exodus of congressional Democrats with Epoch Times reporter Mark Tapscott and examines Colorado’s most consequential political battles of the year with policy analyst Pam Long, a former Army captain and West Point graduate. The Best and Worst of Colorado Politics 2023 Start listening at 73:16 – Hour 2 Pam Long delivers a comprehensive assessmen...

On December 13, 2023, Kim Monson examines the growing assault on American energy independence and property rights with Power the Future founder Daniel Turner and sixth-generation farmer and rancher Trent Loos, exposing the disconnect between climate elites and everyday Americans struggling with government-induced inflation. Climate Elite Hypocrisy at COP28 Start listening at 32:50 – Hour 1 Daniel...

On December 12, 2023, guest host Allen Thomas fills in for Kim Monson to explore critical issues facing America, from the growing grassroots resistance to renewable energy projects in rural communities to the dangerous breakdown in military communications between the United States and China, with energy expert Robert Bryce and national security correspondent Andrew Thornebrooke. Rural Communities...

On December 11, 2023, guest host Brad Beck fills in for Kim Monson to present a show focused on mentorship and personal development. The King of Sales Jeffrey Gitomer shares insights on building relationships and cultivating a yes attitude, while longtime friend Dave Walden discusses the philosophical foundations of American liberty and the power of ideas. Philosophy, History, and the Foundations...

On Friday, December 8, 2023, Kim Monson’s pre-recorded broadcast brought together two powerful discussions: constitutional scholar Rob Natelson on the poison spreading through American universities and the troubling pattern of judicial overreach in state courts, followed by Christian philosopher Doug Groothuis examining the essential differences between world religions and the nature of truth itse...

On December 7, 2023, Pearl Harbor Day, Kim Monson commemorates the 82nd anniversary of the attack that changed America forever. In the first hour, a pre-recorded interview with Colonel Bill Rutledge, 95-year-old retired U.S. Air Force veteran, tells the remarkable story of John Heisman, the man behind college football’s most prestigious award. The second hour shifts to Colorado’s property tax cris...

On December 6, 2023, Kim Monson examines the growing global resistance to centralized control, with entrepreneur Susan Kochevar analyzing Argentina’s election of libertarian president Javier Milei as a sign of hope, and sixth-generation rancher Trent Loos exposing the hypocrisy of the COP28 climate summit while sounding the alarm on America’s endangered energy infrastructure. Argentina’s Libertari...

On December 5, 2023, Kim Monson welcomes Liberty Toastmasters members Rick Rome, Greg Morrissey, Terri Goon, Bill Federer, and Carol Baker to examine the vital connection between the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution. In hour two, retired Air Force Colonel Bill Rutledge shares his personal journey navigating VA cemetery benefits for veterans and their families. Thomas Paine Ign...

On December 4, 2023, Kim Monson shares the passing of her father and his wisdom about free speech, then hosts Dr. Brian Joondeph on the Republican Party’s abortion messaging failures and Kurt Gerwitz on the tech industry’s ethical meltdowns from cryptocurrency fraud to AI power struggles. Crypto Collapse and the FTX Fraud Conviction Start listening at 85:17 – Hour 2 Kurt Gerwitz , finance professo...

Brad Beck’s first grade teacher wrote on his report card that Bradley was loquacious. As a co-founder of Liberty Toastmasters, Beck has learned that yes, public speaking is important but perhaps even more important is listening.