Sergeant Damon Gutzwiller, a Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office officer, was killed in the line of duty on June 6, 2020, while responding to a report of a vehicle containing bomb-making materials and guns. His courageous widow, Favi, shares a heartfelt eulogy about her husband's kind and loving nature, and the impact he had on their family and community. [... more]

Roy Benavidez, a Green Beret and Medal of Honor recipient, shares his extraordinary story of heroism and selflessness during the Vietnam War. From his humble beginnings to his courageous actions in the face of overwhelming odds, Benavidez's story is a testament to the bravery and sacrifice of those who have fought for their country. [... more]

Israel Del Toro, a retired Air Force senior master sergeant, recounts his harrowing story of military service, injury, and recovery. Despite being told he would never breathe or walk again, Del Toro defied the odds and continued to serve his country. He shares his experiences of being burned from head to toe, jumping into a creek to put out the fire, and giving commands to his team while in extreme pain. Del Toro's story is one of perseverance, family, and keeping promises, even in the face of adversity. [... more]

The Biden family's financial dealings, the debt ceiling crisis, and the ongoing immigration debate are among the topics discussed on this podcast. The host also touches on the case of Eugene, who was accused of rape but found not guilty, and the controversy surrounding Nikki Haley's relationship with Disney. Additionally, the podcast covers the war on dishwashers, the Department of Energy's new energy-efficient standards, and the border crisis, including the Title 42 policy and the influx of immigrants at the US-Mexico border. [... more]

The discussion revolves around a bank shooting in Louisville, Kentucky, where eight people were injured and four fatalities occurred. The suspect had a connection to the bank and was neutralized by police. The mayor of Louisville emphasized the need for the community to come together and work towards preventing such acts of gun violence. The conversation also touches on the relationship between France and China, with France's president Emmanuel Macron expressing concerns about becoming America's followers and reducing its dependency on the US. The discussion also delves into the topic of self-defense, with a case of an Army sergeant being convicted of murder for defending himself during a Black Lives Matter protest. The sergeant's pardon is being sought by the governor of Texas, and the conversation highlights the importance of upholding self-defense laws. Additionally, the discussion covers the economic and manufacturing implications of the US's dependence on China, as well as the need for the US to reevaluate its relationship with China and prioritize self-reliance and independence. [... more]

The story of Frank Briar and the tragic sinking of the British transport ship Rona in 1943, resulting in the loss of over 1,000 American lives, and the subsequent secrecy surrounding the event due to fear of German guided missile technology affecting U.S. military morale. [... more]

Sergeant Stubby, a stray dog from New Haven, Connecticut, was adopted by the 102nd Infantry Regiment at Yale University and went on to serve in World War I, becoming one of the most decorated war dogs in American history. He was awarded the Iron Cross medal and later became the mascot for Georgetown University, where his owner studied law. Stubby's legacy lives on as his body is on display at the Smithsonian Institute. [... more]

Army Ranger Michael Schlitz recounts his experiences during the Iraq War, including a near-death experience from a roadside bomb, and his journey to recovery and finding a new purpose through motivational speaking and helping fellow veterans. [... more]

The story of Frank Brier and the tragic sinking of the British transport ship Rona in 1943, which resulted in the loss of over 1,000 American lives and was kept secret by the US government due to fear of German missile technology being revealed. [... more]

The tragic story of Frank Briar, a US soldier who survived the sinking of the British transport ship Rona in 1943, and the remarkable life of Cornelius Vanderbilt, a self-made railroad tycoon who rose to become one of the wealthiest men in America, as told through the eyes of historian T.J. Stiles. [... more]

Army Ranger Michael Schlitz recounts his experiences in the Iraq War, including a near-death experience, and his journey to recovery and finding a new sense of purpose. Meanwhile, the story of Dr. Charles Eliot and the Harvard Classics highlights the importance of liberal arts education and the impact of mass-produced books on the American public. [... more]

Wendy Caldwell, a 54-year-old mounted patrol officer, returns to the Houston Police Department after 18 years, becoming the oldest cadet to graduate from the academy. Meanwhile, a listener shares a story about growing up in a small town in Mississippi, where Ole Miss football is a way of life, and a historian tells the heroic story of Sergeant Stubby, a decorated war dog from World War One. [... more]

A caregiver shares her struggles with taking care of her grandchildren due to their mother's mental illness and her husband's inability to cope with the situation, highlighting the need for counseling, action plans, and strategic planning to navigate the complex family dynamics and trauma. [... more]