Frank Scatoro's story about his journey to revive and restore Grant's tomb in New York City, a historic site that had fallen into disrepair due to bureaucratic neglect and lack of funding. Scatoro, a young man with a passion for American history, worked tirelessly to expose the site's condition and push for change, eventually leading to a bipartisan coalition of lawmakers who secured increased funding for the tomb's restoration. [... more]

Author Beverly Gage tells the story of J. Edgar Hoover, the first director of the FBI, who shaped the agency's early years and left a lasting impact on American law enforcement and history. Hoover's life was marked by paradoxes and contradictions, from his progressive views on science and federal service to his deeply racist views on civil rights. He was a master of bureaucracy and file management, but also a ruthless opponent of those he deemed a threat to national security, including Martin Luther King Jr. [... more]

The true purpose of education is often absent in modern society, but Christians offer a clear and compelling vision of education as the transmission of wisdom, knowledge, and cultural inheritance to future generations. This vision is rooted in a Christian worldview that acknowledges a created order and a moral order, and seeks to shape image bearers into who they were created by God to be. [... more]

Two IRS special agents, Joe Ziegler and Gary Shapley, came forward as whistleblowers to expose corruption within the IRS and DOJ, particularly in the Hunter Biden investigation. They detail their experiences in their book, 'The Whistleblowers versus the Big Guy,' which highlights the challenges of being a whistleblower and the importance of supporting those who come forward to expose government corruption. [... more]

Hurricane Helene devastated western North Carolina in 2024, causing widespread destruction and loss of life. The storm's impact was exacerbated by heavy rainfall in the days leading up to the storm, causing saturated ground and landslides. The Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) bureaucracy has been criticized for hindering the recovery efforts, with officials citing a lack of clarity and consistent guidance. The state of North Carolina has received limited federal funding to cover the damage, with estimates suggesting $60 billion in damage. Despite the challenges, there has been progress in the recovery efforts, with businesses reopening and tourism returning to the area. [... more]

Mike Levin shares his experiences in the franchise business, highlighting the importance of customer orientation and the dangers of bureaucracy. He explains how treating franchisees as customers can lead to business growth and success, and how the franchise model has created tremendous wealth and job opportunities in America. [... more]

Major General James Mukayama shares the story of Colonel David Hackworth, a highly decorated infantry officer with eight Purple Hearts and two Distinguished Service Crosses, who commanded a U.S. Army division in Vietnam. Mukayama recounts their experiences together and Hackworth's leadership, which earned him the nickname 'Hard Corps'. [... more]

Doug White recounts his harrowing experience of landing a King Air airplane after the pilot's sudden death, with the help of air traffic controllers and a chain of experts who worked together to guide him safely to the ground. The incident, known as the 'Eastern Miracle,' has been immortalized in the film 'On a Wing and a Prayer.' [... more]

Senator Mitch McConnell announces his retirement after nearly 40 years in office, sparking discussions on term limits and government efficiency. The ACLJ gets involved in various cases, including a high school teacher's alleged viewpoint discrimination and a student's right to free speech. The IRS faces scrutiny over wasteful spending and potential abolition, with President Trump and Elon Musk pushing for reform. [... more]

Kamala Harris is telling her allies to keep her political options open A Texas father who tried for years to stop his ex-wife from allowing his pre-teen child who now identifies as 'Luna ' to be chemically castrated has been dealt a blow in California court Dana explains how the US is setting their military up for failure including outdated technology low morale and high costs due to too much government bureaucracy Major companies including Walmart Ford and John Deere announce they are ENDING their DEI policies Dana still isn't over Jaguar's new woke ad and pink EV car Kamala [... more]

A woman who grew up in a pastor's home and lived in Ukraine shares her experience of government control and how it led her to write a book exposing America's runaway bureaucracy and abuse of its citizens. She discusses the importance of defending the country and its founding documents, and provides instructions on what citizens can do to get involved and limit the power of the administrative state. [... more]

The Department of Defense is facing scrutiny over its failure to meet audit standards, and President Trump is considering replacing Secretary Pete Hegseth with Governor Ron DeSantis. Meanwhile, Kash Patel is being considered for the position of FBI Director, despite facing opposition from the Washington establishment. The conversation also touches on the need for government efficiency and reform, particularly in the federal bureaucracy. [... more]

The host discusses the Trump cabinet, specifically the Surgeon General nomination of Dr. Jeanette Neshawat, and her controversial past statements on COVID-19 and vaccination. The host also criticizes the PRO Act and the Labor secretary pick, Lori Chavez-Drammer, for being anti-worker and anti-gig economy. Additionally, the host debates the best way to prepare cranberry sauce for Thanksgiving dinner and mocks Frank Luntz's estimate of the average cost of a Thanksgiving meal. [... more]

Pam Bondi's nomination as Attorney General brings hope for reforming the DOJ and FBI, while Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy's plan to revolutionize government through the Dogecoin Department of Government Efficiency aims to cut bureaucracy and waste, making the federal government more efficient and accountable to the American people. [... more]

The Biden-Harris administration's relief efforts have been marred by allegations of anti-Trump bias, with FEMA officials instructing workers to avoid homes with pro-Trump signage. This has sparked calls for reform and investigations into the bureaucracy's actions. Meanwhile, the Trump administration is preparing to take office, with President-elect Trump appointing key officials, including a border czar and a new chief of staff. The ACLJ is working to support the new administration and push back against the deep state, with a focus on faith and freedom. [... more]

Christian Healthcare Ministries offers a faith-based solution to high healthcare costs, allowing members to make more of their healthcare decisions and save up to 40%. Meanwhile, a listener seeks financial guidance on managing a two-flat apartment building, and another asks about getting a free credit report. [... more]

Frank Scatoro's story of his early interest in President Grant and his efforts to restore Grant's tomb in New York City, which was in deplorable condition due to neglect and vandalism, and his subsequent whistleblowing report that led to increased funding and restoration of the site. [... more]

Mike Levin shares his insights on franchising, emphasizing the importance of treating franchisees as customers to achieve business growth and success. He highlights the benefits of franchising, including creating wealth, job opportunities, and a tax base, while also discussing the challenges of bureaucracy and the need to stay close to customers. [... more]

Franchising has created tremendous wealth, job opportunities, and a tax base in America. A wise man shares his story of how franchising multiplies the entrepreneurial spirit of a free capitalistic system, but also highlights the importance of treating franchisees as customers to achieve success. [... more]

Doug White recounts his harrowing Easter Sunday experience when the pilot of the King Air airplane he was on died unexpectedly, and he had to take control of the plane to safely land it, with the help of air traffic controllers and a friend with King Air experience. [... more]