Mark Alford's Capitol Recap - Congressman Mark Alford

Mark Alford's Capitol Recap: Episode 2 Jan 31, 2025

Catching up with Governor Kehoe, Lt. Governor Wasinger, and Senator Brattin in Missouri!

Also--tune in to hear why House GOP was in Florida with President Trump.

Mark Alford's Capitol Recap: Episode 1 Jan 24, 2025

Diving into President Trump's first week, passing the Laken Riley Act, the Born Alive Act, and talking all things DOGE with Congressman Aaron Bean (FL-04).

E66: Vicky Hartzler Jan 17, 2025

We’re talking with Vicky Hartzler—former MO-04 Congresswoman and now Commissioner for the U.S. International Religious Freedom Commission. Hear about what her USIRFC role means, her Senate race, and what she’s up to now!

Episode 65: The start of the 119th Congress, Laken Riley Act, Answering Constituent Comments Jan 11, 2025

E64: Rep. Blake Moore (UT-01) | Vice Chairman, House Republican Conference Dec 28, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(01:17) Relationship: Utah and Missouri
(02:34): Religion: Mormon Faith
(10:17) Social Security
++ much more!

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E63: Rep. Jay Obernolte (CA-23) | Chairman - Bipartisan Task Force on Artificial Intelligence (AI) Dec 14, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(01:16) The Future of AI
(04:13) Free Speech and AI
(06:56) Name, Image, and Likeness with AI
(10:40) Report: Bipartisan Task Force on AI
(13:07) Energy Demand for AI
(14:29) Military Warfare in the Age of AI & Battlefield Applications
(15:47) The Future of Travel: Air Mobility
(19:26) Getting Started in Video Game Development
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E62: Rep. Jake Ellzey (TX-06) | Fighter & Helicopter Pilot, Advocate for Veterans and Small Business Dec 06, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(01:42) Running for Congress
(03:16) Importance: Small Business
(05:15) Federal Workers Working from Home
(06:50) Appropriations and Budget Process
(10:28) Looking Ahead: Trump Administration
(12:17) Focusing the Military on Lethality
(15:24) U.S. Deterrence & Military Strategy
++ much more!

E61: Rep. Glenn "GT" Thompson (PA-15) | Chairman, House Committee on Agriculture Nov 16, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(01:48) Update: Farm Bill Update
(07:04) Correlation: Correlation: Farm Bill's Impact on Food Security & National Security
(12:01) Bipartisan Bible Study
(12:50) President Donald Trump's Victory
(16:08) Qualities: Next Agriculture Secretary
(17:51) Looking Forward: 119th Congress
++ much more!
Recorded: Nov. 15, 2024

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E60: Gov. Mike Parson (R-MO) | Reflecting on Service, Missouri, and America Nov 02, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(01:49) Motivation to Serve
(02:53) Joining the Army
(04:38) The Military Recruiting Crisis
(05:53) Afghanistan Withdrawal
(08:52) Running for Polk County Sheriff
(10:07) Running for State Legislature
(10:55) Elected Lieutenant Governor
(11:55) Becoming Governor: Discovering, Facing Challenges, and the Call to Serve
(15:13) Greatest Accomplishment as Governor
(17:17) Toughest Decisions as Governor
++ much more!
In this episode of Mark Alford's America, Congressman Mark Alford sits down with Missouri’s 57th Governor, Mike Parson, at his Kansas City office. Governor Parson reflects on a lifetime of service, from his days in the U.S. Army to serving as Polk County Sheriff, and his path to the Governor’s office.
He shares insights on the values driving his leadership, his commitment to Missouri’s infrastructure and workforce development, and his dedication to creating opportunities for future generations. Governor Parson also shares the inside story of how he found out he would become governor and what those first few days were like.
Tune in for an inspiring conversation with Governor Mike Parson.

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E59: Leaving the USSR: Andrei Kulikov on Chernobyl, Freedom, and the American Spirit Oct 12, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(01:04) Growing Up in the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR)
(03:04) Serving in the USSR Army & the Chernobyl Disaster
(08:17) Why Did Andrei Leave the USSR?
(10:25) How Did Andrei End Up in Israel?
(12:49) Living in Israel
(13:38) Becoming a United States Citizen
(15:24) Thoughts: Mass Illegal Immigration in 2024
(16:43) Thoughts: Russian invasion of Ukraine

Andrei Kulikov, a former Soviet soldier and now proud U.S. citizen, shares his incredible journey from the USSR to America. He was stationed at Chernobyl shortly after the 1986 nuclear disaster, witnessing the chaos and secrecy surrounding the event. Disillusioned with the Soviet regime, Andrei left in 1989, eventually finding refuge in Israel before making his way to the United States. He speaks passionately about his love for America, admiring the country’s freedom and its remarkable resilience in the face of challenges. Andrei’s story is a testament to courage and the pursuit of a better life, offering a perspective on the values that define America.

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E58: First Anniversary of October 7th Terrorist Attack: Israel Special with Rep. Burlison (MO-07), Rep. Fry (SC-07), and Betsy Berns Korn Oct 04, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(02:24) Israel Visit Impression
(03:22) Historical Sites: Impact and Significance
(06:22) Meaning: Congressional Delegation Trip
(08:18) Importance of Supporting Israel
(08:45) Funding Support
(12:48) October 7th Attack Site
(16:27) Hearing from Hostage Families

Recorded: Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Reflecting on the one-year anniversary of the October 7 surprise terrorist attack against Israel, we take you behind the scenes of our congressional delegation trip to Israel last April and share what it was like to witness firsthand the devastating sites of the October 7 terrorist attacks. We also discuss how it feels to be in Israel, walking among the same places as the people we read about in the Bible and the religious figures we admire and look up to.
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E57: Michael Faulkender, PhD | Former Assistant Secretary for Economic Policy at Treasury Department | America First Policy Institute Sep 28, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(01:01) Meaning: America First
(03:00) Energy Policy
(06:31) Over Regulation
(09:03) Federal Spending
(11:31) Tax Reform
(12:43) The Federal Reserve
(14:26) Trade Policy and Tariffs
(16:27) Realize a Healthy America
Recorded: Sept 25, 2024
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E56: Rep. Lauren Boebert (CO-03) | Aurora, Trump Assassination Attempts, and the Path to Politics Sep 21, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(01:43) President Trump & Aurora, CO – Illegal Aliens
(07:32) Media Bias
(11:15) Two Assassination Attempts Against Trump
(17:06) Motivation: Entering Politics
🎙️ Recorded: September 19, 2024
📍Location: Washington, DC
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E55: Rep. Greg Pence (IN-06) | Marine Veteran, Business Leader, & Advocate for Hoosier Values in Congress Sep 14, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(01:25) Popcorn machine in the office
(01:50) Brother of Vice President Mike Pence
(03:08) Running for Congress
(04:22) District work
(05:58) Energy sector career
(07:18) Biden’s war on fossil fuels
(13:14) Remember the fallen: Marine Barracks bombing in Beirut, Lebanon
(15:26) Congressional Gold Medals: 13 servicemembers killed in Kabul, Afghanistan

🎙️ Recorded: September 11, 2024
📍Location: Washington, DC
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Message From Congressman Alford (Radio Ad) Aug 24, 2024

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E54: Mayor Andrew Dawson, Police Chief David Woolery, & Todd Smith - Prosecuting Attorney, Pettis County | Addressing the Fentanyl Crisis in Sedalia, MO Aug 24, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(01:50) Fentanyl Crisis in Sedalia and Pettis County
(03:21) Law Enforcement’s Response to Fentanyl
(07:52) TruNarc Laser Drug Testing Device
(11:42) Government Initiatives on Fentanyl
(12:46) Fentanyl Paraphernalia Ordinance
(16:07) Sedalia: Community, Economic Development, and Housing
(19:34) One Pill, Can Kill
🎙️ Recorded: August 19, 2024
📍Location: Sedalia, MO
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E53: Lieutenant Governor, Mike Kehoe Aug 17, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(01:42) Importance: Common Sense
(02:22) Meaning: Color of Green
(03:10) Upbringing, Family, Work
(05:55) Owning a Car Dealership
(07:04) Meeting Claudia, His Wife
(08:39) Journey: Nominee for Governor
(11:10) Tourism in Missouri
(12:23) Focus on Agriculture
(13:29) Conversation with President Trump
(14:32) A Nation at a Crossroads
(15:55) Border Crisis
(17:02) Unity Among Republicans
(19:07) Legacy and Impact
Lieutenant Governor Mike Kehoe's journey from humble beginnings to high office embodies hard work, determination, and the American dream.
Raised in North St. Louis City by a single mother of six, Mike Kehoe worked his way up from washing cars at 15 to becoming a successful businessman. Now Missouri’s 48th Lieutenant Governor, he leadership extends across various sectors: agriculture, veterans, tourism, transportation, and promotes local businesses through the Buy Missouri Program.
We're honored to have him on our show to share his vision for Missouri, his journey, and the critical issues facing our state.

🎙️ Recorded: August 15, 2024
📍Location: State Fair | Sedalia, MO
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E52: Katie Fetzer, Founder & Executive Director of Empower the Fight Aug 03, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(01:23) What Got Katie Involved in Fighting for Children?
(02:53) How Does a Child Become Trafficked?
(04:52) How and Why Does a Person Turn into a Human Trafficker?
(06:30) Average Age of Victims
(07:36) Drug Trafficking and Human Trafficking
(09:02) 7 Stages of Grooming
(11:57) How Is Human Trafficking Hidden?
(14:17) What Signs Should People Look For?
(17:45) Opening Your Eyes and Trusting Your Gut

Empower The Fight’s Story
Empower The Fight was launched by a group of professional Kansas City moms who had witnessed severe child exploitation and sex abuse in various areas of their professions and lives. So, they were concerned about the significant gaps in services to at-risk and endangered children and were shocked by the general public’s lack of knowledge of the scale of the problem.
Find out more information here: https://empowerthefight.org/
Date Recorded: July 31st, 2024
Location: Raymore, MO | District Office Headquarters
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E51 EXCLUSIVE: Conversation with Doctor, Admiral, and Congressman Ronny Jackson After the Attempted Assassination of Donald J. Trump Jul 27, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(01:17) How Did Dr. Ronny Jackson Learn About the Assassination Attempt
(03:13) What Did Trump’s Ear Look Like?
(04:47) Staff Reaction and What Did Trump Say to Dr. Ronny Jackson
(07:34) Divine Intervention
(09:05) Thought Process Behind Special Bandage for RNC Convention
(13:52) Secret Service Failure and Director Resignation
(18:54) Kamala vs. Trump in 2024

Location: Washington, DC | Speaker's Balcony
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E50: Inside the 2024 RNC Convention from the Cloakroom – A Special Episode Jul 20, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(00:54) Rep. Marc Molinaro (NY-19)
(02:00) Rep. Rick Allen (GA-12)
(04:55) Rep. Nick LaLota (NY-01)
(06:24) Rep. Greg Steube (FL-17)
(07:45) Rep. Lisa McClain (MI-09)
(10:06) Rep. Trent Kelly (MS-01)
(11:51) Rep. Jason Smith (MO-08)
(14:32) Rep. Byron Donalds (FL-19)
(17:01) Rep. Ashley Hinson (IA-02)
(19:32) Rep. Vince Fong (CA-20)
Recorded: July 17, 2024
Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin | 2024 RNC Convention
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E49: Rep. Jeff Van Drew (NJ-02) | Switched Parties: Democrat to Republican | Close Ally of President Trump Jul 13, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(01:16) Being Named Jefferson
(01:45) Switched Parties: Democrat to Republican
(05:20) Impeachment of President Trump
(09:00) Congressional Leadership Style
(12:20) The Tide Is Turning
(15:53) Critical Importance of 2024 Election
(17:40) Top Issue: Security
Recorded: July 10th, 2024
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E48: Rep. Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) | Arizona’s First Naturalized American Citizen from Mexico Elected to Congress Jul 06, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(01:42) Story: Mexico → America → Congress
(03:35) Why Are People Down on America?
(05:34) Border Crisis & Solutions
(11:50) Having a Family: 6 Children & Lovely Wife
(14:52) Economy and Inflation
(17:53) National Debt
Recorded: June 28th, 2024
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E47: Rep. Tom Emmer (MN-06) | Majority Whip, U.S. House of Representatives Jun 28, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(02:14) What Does the Majority Whip Do?
(03:38) Border Crisis & H.R. 2 Messaging
(07:54) Whipping Votes
(09:06) Roles: Speaker, Majority Leader, and Majority Whip
(11:10) Journey: Running for Governor → Radio Career → Running for Congress
(15:52) Running for Speaker
(19:33) Predictions for the 2024 Election [Trump vs. Biden]
Recorded: June 27th, 2024
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E46: Rep. Beth Van Duyne (TX-24) | Former Mayor & Trump Administration Official Jun 15, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(01:36) Running for Congress
(04:00) Results for Your District: Job Fair
(06:50) Congressional Youth Advisory Council
(07:31) Elementary School Fly-In
(08:09) Round Tables
(12:23) Serving in Trump Administration
(19:09) SBA Electioneering Investigation
Recorded: June 11th, 2024
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Special: Tele-Townhall Live | Oct 19, 2023 Jun 08, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(01:29) Motion to Vacate: Speaker of the House
(07:24) Taking Calls and Questions
(09:37) Nominating a New Speaker
(11:43) Border Crisis
(15:00) Veteran Affairs Healthcare
(16:56) Votes and Candidates for Speaker of the House
(19:53) Immigration: Legal vs. Illegal
(21:49) Land Fill Issues: Pettis County, MO
(24:04) Security Issues after October 7th Terrorist Attack
(27:44) H.R.4090 - Fire Grants and Safety Act
(29:44) Palestinian Protesters on Capitol Hill
(34:20) Israel Aid Package
(38:04) Continuing Resolution
(41:02) Money In the Wrong Hands: Iran
(43:38) Changing House Rules
(46:16) Silver Lining: GOP Independent Spirit
(49:08) Listening, Reflecting, Respond
(50:57) Question: Mark Alford for Speaker?
(52:48) God Moving In Washington
(57:22) Closing in Prayer
Recorded: October 19th, 2024

Video version: https://youtu.be/zqZxxHtkJGE

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E45: Rep. Hal Rogers (KY-05) | Longest Serving Member of the U.S. House | Dean of the House Jun 05, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(01:58) Meaning: Dean of the House
(03:05) Getting the Best Deal for Your District
(03:55) America: $34 Trillion in Debt
(06:43) Knowing Ronald Reagan
(08:30) SOTU: Best vs. Worst
(10:40) Radio Career
(12:26) Interviewing Eleanor Roosevelt
(12:56) Covering Sputnik
(15:44) Future of Space Exploration
(17:12) Opioid and Fentanyl Epidemic
Recorded: June 3rd, 2024
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E44: Rep. Lisa McClain (MI-09) on Taiwan Trip May 04, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(01:01) Acting Labor Secretary Hearing
(01:58) Assault on Small Business
(06:00) College Campus Chaos
(11:34) Taiwan Trip
(18:06) Dysfunction in Congress
(19:36) Motion to Vacate
Recorded: May 2, 2024
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E43: Rep. Burgess Owens (UT-04) | Super Bowl Champion XV Apr 26, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(01:46) Four Tenants: Faith, Family, Free Markets, Education
(04:56) Socialism In Congress
(06:35) DEI DOA Act
(07:52) Rise in Antisemitism
(09:21) One Seat Majority
(11:08) Playing at Arrowhead Stadium
(15:15) House GOP Wins
(18:00) Work on Transport and Infrastructure Committee
Recorded: April 18, 2024
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E42: Rep. Don Bacon (NE-02) | Brig. Gen. (RET), U.S. Air Force Apr 19, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(01:24) Instability on World Stage
(03:08) U.S. Military Readiness
(03:46) Iran Attacks Israel
(05:46) Ukraine Aid
(07:43) Defining Victory in Ukraine
(09:39) Trump’s Leadership
(10:49) Favorite Part About Serving In Air Force
(11:25) Quality of Life Panel, @HASCRepublicans
(12:36) Military Recruitment & Retention Challenges
(14:02) E1-E4 Ranks: 15% Pay Increase
(15:05) Access to Medical Care
(15:50) Supporting Military Spouses
(16:45) Child Care
(18:20) FY25 NDAA Focus
(19:05) Love Most About America

Recorded: April 16th, 2024
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Special: Tele-Townhall Live With Rep. Orden (WI-03) | April 16th, 2024 Apr 16, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(02:11) Motion to Vacate
(03:33) Visiting: Israel (Congressional Delegation)
(06:55) Taking Question
(08:55) Protests Shutting Down Transportation
(12:15) Border Security Crisis
(15:23) Motion to Vacate
(20:36) Republicans Keeping Their Word & Border Security
(26:12) Election Security in Missouri
(30:57) Biden’s Student Loan Forgiveness & Francis Scott Key Bridge
(36:11) Biden’s Border Crisis
(38:30) Election Security Measures
(40:25) DEI DOA Act
(41:10) Higginsville, Missouri
(42:25) Poll Question: Are you confident in Biden’s handling of the conflict in the Middle East?
(43:48) Food Security for Refugees In Gaza
(48:43) Biden’s Student Loan Forgiveness
(52:20) Veteran Healthcare
(56:20) Closing Prayer

Congressman Alford enjoys engaging with constituents in all forms, including new forms of modern media—from live streams to selfie videos, to staying active on social media. He is at the forefront of shaping the conversation. Today, we live-streamed our telephone townhall. Typically, these telephone townhalls are delivered exclusively over the phone in a broadcast that is aired only once and available solely to those who call in. Congressman Alford is taking a new approach, while still using the calling approach as the main method of the event. We added a camera setup for a live stream, allowing folks to digitally watch it. These are fantastic opportunities to engage in conversations with constituents who ask important questions. With this online format, we are able to transform the single-air telephone town hall into a live stream that will last far beyond its original broadcast. We hope you find this interesting—thanks for tuning in.
Recorded: April 16th, 2024
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E41: Israel Special with Rep. Burlison (MO-07), Rep. Fry (SC-07), and Betsy Berns Korn Apr 09, 2024

Timestamps:
(00:00) Introduction
(01:27) Israel Visit Impression
(04:32) Impactful Historical Site
(05:04) Meaning: Congressional Delegation Trip
(07:13) Importance of Supporting Israel
(07:40) Funding Support
(11:34) October 7th Attack Site
(15:33) Hearing from Hostage Families
Recorded: Wednesday, April 3, 2024
We take you behind the scenes of our Congressional Delegation trip to Israel and share what it was like firsthand to see the site devastating October 7 terrorist attack, how it feels to be in Israel, and what it's like to walk among the same places as the people we read about in the Bible and the religious figures we admire and look up to.
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E40: Rep. Tracey Mann, (KS-01) Apr 09, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(01:42) How We First Met
(03:20) Running For Congress
(04:16) Becoming Lt. Governor
(06:08) Current Appropriation Process
(08:14) Ukraine Funding & Posture On World Stage
(10:59) Border Crisis, H.R. 2, & Senate Proposal
(13:40) SBA Issues
(15:17) Farm Bill, Agriculture, CCP Influence
(18:50) Love Most About America
Recorded: Friday, March 22, 2024
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E39: Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. | (R-KS) Apr 09, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(01:10) Better Days Ahead
(02:16) Differences: House vs. Senate
(03:09) District Travel
(03:58) Leader McConnell Retiring
(04:46) Border Crisis
(07:51) Laken Riley Act
(12:10) FAIR Labels Act of 2024
(15:02) Farm Bill
(18:22) Government Spending
Recorded: Thursday, March 21, 2024
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E38: Rep. Ralph Norman (SC-05) Apr 09, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(01:41) Growing Up in South Carolina
(02:26) Endorsing Nikki Haley
(04:58) Backing President Trump
(06:28) 2024 Landscape
(07:21) Biden’s Weakness
(10:15) Government Spending
(13:31) Term Limits
(16:31) Southern Border Crisis
Recorded: Thursday, March 7, 2024
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E37: Attorney General Andrew Bailey (R-MO) Apr 09, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(01:54) Current Issues AGs Are Working On
(03:11) Bureaucrats & Executive Orders
(04:17) Military Service
(05:17) Lessons from Iraq & Combat
(07:11) Election Integrity & Security
(08:12) Supreme Court Ruling (Trump v. Anderson)
(09:29) 2024 Election
(10:43) Bailey’s Kids
(11:41) Planned Parenthood Lawsuit
(13:33) Transgender Issues
(15:34) H&R Block Lawsuit
(16:39) Missouri v. Biden
(17:57) Battle for the Soul of America: 3 Strategic Objectives
Recorded: Monday, March 4th, 2024

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E36: Rep. Kevin Hern, (OK-01) | Chairman, Republican Study Committee (RSC) Apr 09, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(01:52) Growing Up Poor
(04:58) Mindset; Not Being a Victim
(05:37) Taking Advantage
(7:03) Farm Bill & SNAP
(09:00) Ways & Means Committee
(12:00) Running for Speaker
(12:46) Appropriations Process & What Is Broken
(16:10) Stand Alone Bills
(16:24) Ukraine Funding
(18:27) What is the Republican Study Committee (RSC)?
(19:09) Best Piece of Advice

Recorded: Tuesday, February 6th, 2024
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E35 : Rep. Blaine Luetkemeyer (MO-03) Apr 09, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(01:36) Running For Congress
(03:03) Tourism Director In Missouri
(03:43) Why Retire
(05:10) What you'll miss most about Congress?
(07:24) Fentanyl Forums
(09:13) Biden's Inaction on Fentanyl
(10:40) Best Advice from Rep. Blaine
(11:03) Staying Grounded
(11:31) Select Committee on the CCP
(12:24) Threat from CCP
(13:23) CCP’s End Game
(17:43) Biggest Challenges to Small Business
Recorded: Tuesday, January 30, 2024
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E34: Rep. Jason Smith (MO-08) | Chairman, Ways and Means Committee Apr 09, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(1:20) Ways And Means Committee
(2:19) Importance Of Economy Under Trump
(3:19) 2025: Super Bowl Of Tax
(5:00) Child Tax Credit Controversy
(7:16) R&D Funding Importance
(8:15) Act's Additional Impacts
(11:37) Solutions For Social Security & Medicare
(13:21) Biden Crime Family Investigation
(17:12) Focus On Missouri
(18:26) Significance Of White Buffalo
(19:21) Future Goals
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
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E33: Alex Stone, Host of The Alex Stone Show Apr 09, 2024

(00:00) - Introduction
(02:35) - Upbringing’s Impact On Passion For Saving America
(05:38) - Current Political Views And Presidential Race Perspectives
(07:08) - Personal Interpretation Of MAGA
(08:27) - Building Relationships
(10:16) - Operation Z
(16:49) - TikTok & Reaching People
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E32: Rep. Morgan Luttrell, (TX-08) | Retired Navy SEAL Apr 09, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(02:30) Decision to Join the Military & Combat Experience
(05:22) Running for Congress
(07:02) Generals' Understanding
(08:32) Rebuilding Patriotism & Encouraging Enlistment
(11:30) PTS vs. PTSD
(14:03) Psychedelic Therapy Explained
(18:07) Border Crisis

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E31: Rep. Greg Murphy, (NC-03) | M.D. Apr 09, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(1:08) - Inspiration to Become a Doctor
(4:18) - Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin’s Cover Up
(7:47) - Progress in Prostate Cancer Treatment in the U.S.
(8:40) - Budget, Medicare, and Social Security
(12:22) - Challenges and Solutions for Medicare
(16:45) - Biden's Aggressive Climate Policies
Recorded: Wednesday, January 10, 2024
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E30: Ron Freeman, Former Kansas City Chiefs Player and Chaplain to Chiefs and Royals Apr 09, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(01:15) Ron’s Run for Congress
(02:00) Race Relations In America
(05:50) The Left’s Motivation to Not Acknowledge Progress
(10:33) Tony Timpa Case and George Floyd Case
(13:00) Repeating a Lie
(15:41) We the People Chapter
(19:30) What Do You Love About America
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E29: Rep. Harriet Hageman (WY) – At Large Apr 09, 2024

(00:00) - Intro
(01:56) - Running for Congress
(03:32) - Liz Cheney
(05:09) - What is Important to Wyoming?
(12:19) - Judiciary Committee, Biden Crime Family
(17:22) - China and the Risks it Poses
(19:43) - What do you Like Best About America?
Recorded: Tuesday, December 12, 2023
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E28: Christmas Special Apr 09, 2024

(00:00) Intro
(01:08) Reagan's Christmas Radio Address
(05:53) Christmas Message
(07:33) Favorite Christmas Memory
(08:54) Rep. Drew Ferguson (GA-03)
(09:27) Rep. Harriet Hageman (WY At-Large)
(10:15) Chairman Rep. Richard Hudson (NC-09)
(11:00) Rep. Brian Babin (TX-36)
(12:32) Chairman Roger Williams (TX-25)
(13:54) Rep. Buddy Carter (GA-01)
(14:37) Rep. Nick Langworthy (NY-23)
(15:13) Rep. Jeff Van Drew (NJ-02)
(16:03) Rep. Derrick Van Orden (WI-03)
(17:04) Rep. Jen Kiggans (VA-02)
(17:49) Rep. Bill Johnson (OH-06)
(19:30) Reagan Close
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E27: Rep. Nathaniel Moran (TX-01) | Former Judge Mar 21, 2024

(00:00) - Introduction
(01:43) - What Makes America so Special?
(02:28) - Learning Russian
(04:22) - Ukraine Aid
(08:02) - Foreign Affairs Concerns
(12:37) - The Border Crisis
(14:58) - Hunter Biden & Judiciary Committee
(18:45) - Biggest Accomplishment This Year in Congress
Recorded: Tuesday, December 12, 2023
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E26: Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) on Election Integrity Mar 10, 2024

(00:00) - Intro
(00:53) - Motivation for Congress
(03:45) - Election Integrity
(11:01) - Jamaal Bowman Censorship/George Santos Removal
(15:11) - Hunter Biden Probe
Recorded: Wednesday, December 6th, 2023
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E25: Rep. Erin Houchin, (IN-09) on Rules Committee, Family, & Dyslexia Mar 10, 2024

(00:00) - Introduction
(2:08) - State vs. Federal Legislature
(3:24) - The Rules Committee Explained
(11:00) - PR & Law Enforcement Representation
(12:25) - Journey to Congress
(14:16) - Family Motto
(15:48) - Dyslexia & The 21st Century Dyslexia Act
Recorded: Wednesday, November 29, 2023
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E24: Rep. Eric Burlison, (MO-07) on Work, Life, & Family Mar 10, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(00:53) How do you like being in Congress?
(01:45) Flying Back Home
(02:30) Balancing Work and Life
(04:07) State Legislature vs. Congress
(06:30) Importance of Constitutional Carry Passage in Missouri
(10:53) When Did You Decide to Run for Congress?
(12:08) First Meeting Mike Johnson
(12:46) Did You See Mike Johnson as a Potential Speaker?
(17:45) Mindset
Recorded: Thursday, November 2, 2023
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E23: Thanksgiving Special Mar 10, 2024

(00:00) - Introduction
(01:10) - Thanksgiving History & Traditions
(06:55) - What am I Thankful For?
(08:43) - Majority Whip Tom Emmer
(09:35) - Chairman Williams, Small Business Committee
(10:21) - Rep. Eric Burlison
(11:30) - Rep.Tracey Mann
(12:28) - Rep. Blaine Leutykmeyer
(13:45) - Rep. Ann Wagner
(15:05) - Rep. Brandon Williams
(16:43) - Rep. Debbie Lesko
(17:38) - Chairman, Jason Smith, Ways and Means Committee
(18:38) - Majority Leader Steve Scalise

E22: Rep. Austin Scott (GA-08) on Running For Speaker of the House Mar 10, 2024

(00:00) - Introduction
(01:19) - Running for Speaker of the House
(05:50) - Continuing Resolution
(07:17) - Changing the Way We Do Business, Appropriations Process
(08:45) - What Do You Say to People Who Want a Shutdown?
(10:56) - Farm Bill and Ag Committee
(15:04) - What Made You Get into Politics?
(17:15) - Grandparent’s Influence
(18:42) - Building Back the Family Structure
Recorded: Thursday, November 9th, 2023
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E21: Rep. Rich McCormick (GA-06) | Doctor, Marine Pilot, Congressman Mar 10, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(01:53) Marine Corps vs Congress
(02:23) Three Weeks Without a Speaker
(03:51) Number One Issue Facing America Right Now?
(05:40) Division Around the World, Uniting our Party
(06:57) ABC’s of What Made America Great
(11:02) Staying Healthy, Skateboarding
(12:50) Why did you want to get into Congress?
(16:58) Unified Message, Speaker Johnson
(18:24) What’s Your Next Step?
Recorded: Thursday, November 2, 2023
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E20: Rep. Steve Scalise, (LA-01) | Majority Leader of the U.S House of Representatives Mar 10, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(01:57) The American Dream & Standing with Our Allies
(04:28) Why Did Joe Biden Target the Fossil Fuel Industry?
(06:53) Border Security/Immigration
(10:31) Congressional Baseball Practice Shooting
(14:53) Fighting Cancer
(17:01) Running for Speaker of the House
(18:25) Future of America
Recorded: Thursday, October 26, 2023
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E19: Rep. Russell Fry, (SC-07) | President of the 118th Congress Freshman Class Mar 10, 2024

(0:00) - Introduction
(2:05) - Why Russell Fry ran for Congress
(3:50) - President Trump
(8:48) - Biden's Weakness, Biden Family Crime, Impeachment Inquiry
(16:07) - Motion to Vacate: Speaker of the House
(18:10) - Attacks on Israel
Recorded: Thursday, October 20, 2023
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E18: Rep. Roger Williams, (TX-25) | Chairman, Small Business Committee Mar 10, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(02:09) Chairman Williams Kansas City Roots
(03:50) Coaching the Congressional Baseball Team
(04:50) Congressional Baseball shooting
(06:51) Hamas terror attack
(08:35) Tough Decisions in Congress
(11:05) Getting a Sense of Fashion
(12:16) Car salesman to Congress
(14:05) Road blocks with SBA
(15:50) SBA EIDL Loan Program Corruption
(16:55) Put America On Commission
(18:05) SBA Administrator
Recorded: October 11th, 2023.
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E17: Rep. Ashley Hinson, (IA-02) | Former TV News Anchor Mar 10, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(01:55) Similarity Between Broadcast Journalism and Congress
(03:17) Do You Miss TV?
(04:04) Second Chapter in Our Lives
(04:57) Telling the Truth Without Bias, People Not Liking You
(08:10) Reason over Emotion
(09:19) Words Matter
(11:20) The China Threat
(17:24) Cheap Goods from China
(19:09) What Do You Want to Be Remembered for?
Recorded: Wednesday, September 20, 2023
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E16: Rep. Wesley Hunt, (TX-38) | Apache Helicopter Pilot | Cornell MBA, MPA, MILR Mar 10, 2024

(00:00) Welcome
(02:18) Why run for Congress?
(03:43) Service in Congress vs Military
(05:43) Taking a Stand
(08:37) Perspective on Process & Continuing Resolution
(11:01) Dressing Nice and John Fetterman
(12:00) Committee Work
(13:10) Illegal Immigration and Border Crisis
(16:58) Biden Crime Family
Recorded: Wednesday, September 27, 2023
Wesley Hunt was born and raised in Houston, TX in a military family. Wesley accepted an appointment to the United States Military Academy at West Point.
In 2004, he received his commission in the U.S. Army and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Leadership and Management with a Field of Study in Mechanical Engineering. After West Point, Wesley spent eight years in the Army as an Aviation Branch Officer and AH-64D Apache Longbow helicopter pilot.
Wesley’s service included one combat deployment to Iraq, and two deployments to Saudi Arabia where he served as a Diplomatic Liaison Officer. While in Saudi Arabia, Wesley served as a liaison officer representing the U.S. Government in missions involving the Royal Saudi Land Forces Aviation Corps.
Upon completion of his military service and honorable discharge as a Captain, Wesley attended Cornell University and earned a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), a Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) and a Master of Industrial and Labor Relations (M.I.L.R.).
He and his wife Emily have three children, Victoria, Olivia and Willie Parish Hunt II.

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E15: Rep. Keith Self, (TX-03) | Former Judge Mar 10, 2024

(00:00) Welcome
(01:44) Inspiration to Join Military
(02:38) Most Memorable Part of Service
(03:15) Slowness of Capitol Hill
(03:54) Developing Influence
(04:33) Recruiting Crisis In Military
(07:50) Changing Country's Direction
(09:04) National Debt
(11:24) Working in the Capitol
(11:53) Pushing Back Against ATF
(14:58) Continuing Resolution
Recorded: Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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E14: Rep. Jonathan Jackson, (IL-01) on Reaching Across the Aisle Mar 10, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(01:16) Reaching Across the Aisle
(02:57) Time Spent in District vs DC
(03:45) Biggest Issues in #IL01
(05:35) Making Progress In America
(06:15) Biggest Takeaway from Time Spent in Missouri
(07:22) Use of the term “Gun Violence”
(09:46) Good vs Evil in this World
(10:20) The People of Missouri
(12:23) Having Rev. Jesse L. Jackson as a Father
(15:32) The Phrase “I don’t see race”
(17:46) Rev. Jesse L. Jackson Health
(19:29) Goals In Congress
Recorded: Wednesday, September 13, 2023
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E13: Fentanyl Crisis in America Mar 10, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(02:14) Sarah's Story
(04:09) Combating the Shame Stigma
(06:25) What Can Parents Do
(08:07) Turning Tragedy Into Positive Impact
(09:37) The Pain Losing a Child
(10:50) Advice for Parents
(12:34) Jeff Weber Cass County Sheriff
(12:45) Fentanyl Impact on Missouri
(13:44) NARCAN Prevalence
(15:18) Max's Story
(17:22) Advice to Young People
(18:26) Effects on an Unsecured Border
(20:01) Next Fentanyl Forum

E12: Chaplain of the United States House of Representatives, Margaret G. Kibben Mar 10, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(01:36) Getting Into Ministry
(02:46) Career Choices
(03:46) How She Got This Role
(06:47) Approaching Members
(08:14) Dealing With Serious Issues
(09:23) Maintaining Neutrality
(11:07) Second Segment
(11:32) Length of her Role
(11:58) What Would Retirement Look Like
(12:43) Priesthood of All Believers
(13:37) A Divided House
(14:38) Opening the Chamber with Prayer
(18:22) Writer's Block
(19:00) Number of Prayers Written
(19:38) Congressman Alford's Promise to God
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E11: Rep. Walberg, (MI-05) on Faith, Drive, and The Guitar Mar 10, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(01:11) How Tim and Mark met
(01:24) How God is Moving in DC
(03:59) Mark's Promise to God
(04:57) Appreciating What God Has Given Us
(05:37) Religious Freedom
(6:31) Separation between Church and State
(09:18) What Keeps Rep. Walberg Going
(11:09) What's it Like in Michigan?
(13:24) How Rep. Walberg Got Into Motorcycling
(13:54) The Guitar
(19:21) It Is Well With My Soul

E10: Rep. Mike Rogers, (AL-03) | Chairman, House Armed Services Committee Mar 08, 2024

(01:14) Background as a Business Owner
(03:10) Funding our Military
(04:27) Woke Language in Previous NDAA
(08:18) Role of Generals
(10:23) The China Threat
(13:42) Need for a Strong President
(15:08) Nuclear Triad & B-21
(17:27) Is America Ready for Conflict with China?
Originally Published: Aug 19, 2023

E9: Rep. Glenn "GT" Thompson, (PA-15) | Chairman, Agricultural Committee Mar 08, 2024

(01:39) Ag Committee and Missouri
(03:29) Farm Bill
(08:36) Whole Milk In Schools
(12:15) Faith Bible Study, & Bipartisanship
(16:02) Missouri Drought
(19:23) Food Security
(19:47) Rural Economy

E8: Rep. Jake LaTurner, (KS-02) Mar 08, 2024

(01:57) Time as State Treasurer
(02:16) Family, Being a Dad, Schedule
(04:53) UFO Hearings
(07:28) Hunter Biden investigation
(12:50) What’s next? Impeachment?
(17:25) Loss of trust in society
(20:26) What makes America great

E7: Rep. Troy Nehls, (TX-22) | Former Sheriff Mar 08, 2024

(1:21) Time as a Sheriff
(2:14) Fort Bend County, TX
(3:40) Law enforcement career motivation
(4:47) Anti-Police Rhetoric
(10:57) Texas district count
(11:58) The Border Crisis & Solution
(13:57) New Book, President Trump, Indictments

E6: Rep. Pat Fallon (TX-04) on Biden Crime Family Mar 08, 2024

(0:00) Introduction
(1:32) Inspiration behind 7 marathons on 7 continents in 7 days
(2:47) Starting place for race
(4:51) Motivation during race
(5:34) Oversight Committee Hearings [Biden Bribes]
(7:36) Suspicious Activity Report
(9:11) FBI 1023 document
(12:59) Tony Bobulinski
(14:03) Cover up of corruption
(15:08) Will we ever get accountability?
(16:18) The Biden strategy
(17:00) Does our support for Ukraine tie into the Biden Brides?
(17:39) Conversation with President Trump
(19:18) Thoughts on a 3rd Trump Indictment

E5: Tate Stevens, Country Music Artist Mar 08, 2024

E4: Rep. Ronny Jackson, (TX-13) | Admiral, Doctor, Congressman Mar 08, 2024

Timestamps:
(01:18) Pursuing a Career in Medicine
(03:05) Time Spent in Iraq
(04:12) Dealing with Tough Experiences
(05:11) Losing a Service Member
(06:29) Becoming a White House Physician
(11:22) Serving for Three Presidents
(13:56) President Trump’s Health
(14:51) President Biden’s Health
(15:48) America’s Standing on the World Stage
(16:45) DEI, CRT, Drag Queens in the Military
(18:40) Rebuilding Patriotism
A truly fascinating and incredible conversation with the man who served three presidents—Bush, Obama, and Trump—as their personal doctor and the White House Physician.

We hear his story, his journey in life.
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E3: 4th July Special - Mark Alford Hosts Mar 08, 2024

E2: Rep. Kat Cammack (FL-03) | Homeless to Congress Mar 08, 2024

From homelessness to sandblaster to becoming a Member of Congress—her story is both inspiring and incredible.
(00:47) Why Are People Down On America?
(02:08) Careers Before Congress
(03:49) Sandblaster to Congress
(05:32) Obama's Signature Housing Initiative
(08:30) Getting Back On Her Feet
(11:20) Working for Rep. Ted Yoho
(12:21) Deputy Chief of Staff to Member of Congress
(13:40) REINS Act
(15:51) Florida’s Agriculture
(19:20) Subcommittee on the Weaponization of the Federal Government

E1: Rep. Derrick Van Orden, (WI-03) | Retired Navy SEAL Mar 07, 2024

(00:00) Introduction
(01:15) Wisconsin Cheese & Cranberry Production
(02:15) Being Consistent, Courteous, & Life in 2-Minute Increments
(06:02) Friendship with Rep. Jonathan L. Jackson
(07:46) Appreciating & Valuing People
(10:46) Book of Man: A Navy Seal's Guide to the Lost Art of Manhood
(15:22) Inspiring Young People & American Exceptionalism

Recorded: Thursday, June 15, 2023
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