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    Mark Alford’s Capitol Recap

    From Washington D.C. to the Heart of America, Congressman Mark Alford takes you behind the scenes in D.C., Capitol Hill, and in the District, for an inside look at what’s happening in Washington and giving Missouri a way to hear from the influential people he has the privilege and honor of working with to help shape our great nation. 

    Congressman Mark Alford has a deep passion for storytelling. With more than 35 years in media, crafting messages and communicating stories to the public, he now uses his talents in Washington, D.C., where he crosses paths with some of the most interesting people in the world. Using this platform as a megaphone to share those incredible stories, to ignite passion and spirit once again in America—that’s what this podcast is all about.

    Mark Alford has worked nationwide, including in West Palm Beach, Dallas, Houston, and Kansas City. Now in Washington, D.C., we hope you enjoy these episodes and find them interesting, enlightening, and inspiring for the future of America.

    For more information or to be on the show, please reach out to Lauren.Hanemann@Mail.House.Gov

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

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

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    Website: alford.house.gov


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

    (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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    Website: alford.house.gov



    E62: Rep. Jake Ellzey (TX-06) | Fighter & Helicopter Pilot, Advocate for Veterans and Small Business Dec 06, 2024
    Show notes

    (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
    Show notes

    (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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    Website: alford.house.gov


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

    (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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    Website: alford.house.gov


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

    (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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    Website: alford.house.gov


    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
    Show notes

    (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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    Website: alford.house.gov


    E57: Michael Faulkender, PhD | Former Assistant Secretary for Economic Policy at Treasury Department | America First Policy Institute Sep 28, 2024
    Show notes

    (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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    Website: alford.house.gov


    E56: Rep. Lauren Boebert (CO-03) | Aurora, Trump Assassination Attempts, and the Path to Politics Sep 21, 2024
    Show notes

    (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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    Website: alford.house.gov


    E55: Rep. Greg Pence (IN-06) | Marine Veteran, Business Leader, & Advocate for Hoosier Values in Congress Sep 14, 2024
    Show notes

    (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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    Website: alford.house.gov



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