Five years after the disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan and the tragic attack at Abbey Gate retired Lt Col Scott Mann joins Brian Kilmeade to break down the ongoing fallout Mann defends military commanders who faced political scapegoating and explains why firing top generals who were simply carrying out orders misses the real target of accountability Learn more about your ad choices Visit podcastchoices com adchoices [... more]

Rich reacts to the Browns naming Deshaun Watson their Week starter ending his QB competition for now with Shedeur Sanders Jets fan Rich weighs in on Geno Smith's preseason and if the team is trending up on offense heading into the new season ESPN's Marcus Spears and Rich react to the NFL's top storylines including his no-holds-barred take on why Shedeur not Watson should be Cleveland's QB if the improved-on-paper Dallas Cowboys can fulfill their potential on the field and return to the playoffs why the Jacksonville Jaguars and New Orleans Saints are his sleeper teams this season and weighs [... more]

A weekly staple on 'The Rich Eisen Show' since 'Overreaction Monday' is now also an extended podcast with Rich and Chris Brockman debating the latest in the NFL Today's topics - Shedeur Sanders will ultimately start more games in than Deshaun Watson - If Michael Penix shows anything in the final preseason game Falcons should start him Week - One team from each conference that needs to have a good if not great season Commanders Colts - We should be talking about the Cowboys as legit favorites to win the NFC - If NFL allows load management it runs the [... more]

One year after the murder of Iryna Zarutska aboard Charlotte's light rail system the program looks back at the case and its lasting impact on public safety criminal justice policy and transit security in North Carolina Meanwhile Governor Josh Stein says DMV wait times have fallen since summer while new school rankings show only one traditional public high school among North Carolina's top Theresa Opeka of Carolina Journal joins the program to discuss North Carolina joining a regional anti-fraud enforcement partnership with other southeastern states Plus a new report examines whether the expansion of universal school choice is beginning to [... more]

David Pogue reports on the growing menace of ticks the tiny pest that has become the bane of outdoor activities Mo Rocca tells the story behind a famous photograph of jazz giants on a stoop in Harlem Serena Altschul travels to Luna Parc a unique home in New Jersey that is truly a work of art [... more]

Rich plays the 'NFL Win-Loss Game' with a Pittsburgh Steelers fan and previews the Texans' season with the top questions facing QB CJ Stroud HC DeMeco Ryans and Houston heading into the NFL campaign NFL on FOX Analyst -time Super Bowl champion 'Stinkin' Truth' podcast host Mark Schlereth and Rich break down the latest from NFL training camps including if the Raiders should start Kirk Cousins or Fernando Mendoza the Dallas Cowboys' new-look defense what to expect from the Giants under new HC John Harbaugh if the Patriots will experience a Super Bowl hangover this year Lamar Jackson's growth as [... more]

Students from a Wake County public school traveled to China through an exchange program linked to the Chinese Communist Party raising questions about the program and its connections Andrew Pomeranz of Carolina Journal joins the program to discuss a new report finding North Carolina's business tax climate remains among the strongest in the nation compared with key competitor states Andy Jackson of the John Locke Foundation reacts to Governor Josh Stein's veto of House Bill and the ongoing debate over the election reforms included in the legislation Plus AmeriCorps has awarded million to support volunteer and service programs across North [... more]

President Donald Trump has endorsed Republican Jennifer Balkcom in North Carolina's th Congressional District while new questions are emerging over campaign funds connected to outgoing Congressman Chuck Edwards and a Las Vegas trip Meanwhile North Carolina has secured nearly million in federal funding for rail safety improvements and track upgrades across the state Mitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation joins the program to discuss a major court ruling finding that North Carolina has failed to meet its constitutional obligation to maintain and protect the state's fisheries Plus a judge has ruled that former Governor Roy Cooper will not be [... more]

Governor Josh Stein has vetoed a North Carolina elections bill that would shorten the state's early voting period setting up another potential showdown with Republican lawmakers over election policy Meanwhile a new audit of the Charlotte Area Transit System found millions of dollars in estimated annual losses from fare evasion while also identifying broader security and enforcement concerns Mitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation joins the program to discuss the latest developments in the COVID-era shutdown lawsuit where bar owners argue former Governor Roy Cooper's testimony is crucial to their case Plus Stein has vetoed legislation that would allow [... more]

Rich reacts to Von Miller returning to his home state to sign with the Cowboys and weighs in on the Cleveland Browns' QB competition where no one separated themselves from the pack after lackluster preseason Week showings by Deshaun Watson Shedeur Sanders and Dillon Gabriel QB Summit Founder Coach Jordan Palmer and Rich discuss when if rookie Fernando Mendoza could unseat Kirk Cousins as the Raiders' QB how Seahawks QB Sam Darnold follows up his Super Bowl season Joe Burrow's mindset heading into the Bengals season behind a revamped roster weighs in on the Jayden Daniels LSU jersey controversy and [... more]

The Christian Resistance discusses various topics including the potential for voter ID fraud in Minnesota, the controversy surrounding Barack Obama's past, and the debate over abortion laws in Massachusetts and other states. They also touch on the topic of election fraud and the role of the Bible in guiding their views on politics and society. [... more]

Dan Lanning, the head coach of the Oregon Ducks, discusses the challenges of college football, including the name, image, and likeness policy, and the potential for a longer college football season. He also talks about his team's prospects and the importance of player development. Meanwhile, Rich Eisen engages in a humorous exchange with Lanning about the Oregon Ducks' Jordan collection and the possibility of adding the team to his banner. [... more]

The August Carolina Journal Poll provides a new snapshot of North Carolina voters heading toward the November election including views on the direction of the country and approval ratings for President Donald Trump and Governor Josh Stein David Larson of Carolina Journal breaks down the latest generic legislative and congressional ballots before turning to the U S Senate race between Roy Cooper and Michael Whatley the North Carolina Supreme Court contest and the issues voters say matter most The poll also explores opinions on state tax policy proposed changes to the early voting timeline hemp and cannabis regulations and voter [... more]

Jaden Daniels, a Heisman Trophy winner, is at odds with LSU over the retirement of his jersey number, which was given to another player. The controversy has sparked a debate about the protocol for jersey retirement and the importance of honoring a player's legacy. [... more]

Governor Josh Stein signed four bills into law, including one that reduces his appointment powers and another that extends housing supplies and limits local zoning barriers across North Carolina. Meanwhile, North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson rejected a proposed settlement with Duke Energy Progress, citing a 6.8% rate hike as too high. Senator Ted Budd led an unsuccessful effort to amend the U.S. Senate's continuing resolution to delay federal restrictions on hemp products, while North Carolina lawmakers remain deadlocked over legislation that would incorporate federal hemp standards into state law. The North Carolina Department of Labor recovered a record $3.7 million in unpaid wages for workers across the state. [... more]

Mecklenburg County prosecutors are seeking the death penalty against Tanya McKnight, accused of subjecting six-year-old Dominique Moody to prolonged abuse before the child's death. The case has led to scrutiny of child welfare agencies and legislative action to create a state backstop for high-risk cases. Meanwhile, Governor Josh Stein is challenging the North Carolina General Assembly's changes to judicial appointments, arguing that they limit his authority to appoint judges. [... more]

A discussion about Hunter Biden's laptop, Tucker Carlson's interview with him, and the controversy surrounding it, as well as a critique of feminism and the abortion debate, and a discussion about the Seattle City Council's decision to fund sex changes for transgender refugees. [... more]

On this episode of Our American Stories born on the Fourth of July in the tiny village of Plymouth Notch Vermont Calvin Coolidge grew up surrounded by hardworking neighbors who prized honesty humility thrift and service above wealth or status Those lessons stayed with him from the family store to the governor's office and ultimately to the White House Matthew Denhart of the Calvin Coolidge Presidential Foundation along with acclaimed Coolidge interpreter Tracy Messer reading from Coolidge's autobiography share the remarkable story of America's th president from his rural upbringing and dramatic midnight swearing-in by his father to the principles [... more]

North Carolina's 11th congressional district is set to choose a new Republican candidate after Congressman Chuck Edwards dropped out of the race due to a House Ethics Committee report. The district's executive committee will meet Monday to select a replacement nominee. Meanwhile, the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction marked the first anniversary of Superintendent Mo Green's five-year strategic plan, launching a public dashboard and pointing to four record results as evidence of progress. The plan aims to make North Carolina's public education system the best in the nation by 2030. In other news, the North Carolina General Assembly has taken action on two pieces of legislation, House Bill 958 and House Bill 834, dealing with elections across the state. The bills have undergone significant changes, with some provisions being moved from one bill to the other. Dr. Andy Jackson from the John Locke Foundation joins the Carolina Journal News Hour to discuss the latest developments. Additionally, new data from the 2025 North Carolina High School Youth Risk Behavior Survey shows that North Carolina has returned to and exceeded pre-pandemic levels across nearly all reported measures, with encouraging percentage drops in student safety, risk behaviors, and mental health. [... more]

Gavin Newsom declares Congress is dead, sparking debate about the state of democracy and the role of the federal government. Meanwhile, Vice President Vance announces the discovery of over $230 billion in fraud, highlighting the need for Congressional action to address the issue. The conversation also turns to the upcoming midterms and the potential impact of the elections on the country's future. [... more]