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A new study reveals Americans know little about their own history, and our own Jarrett Stepman joins us to discuss the implications--and how to fix it. Plus: Sen. Rand Paul warns that when it comes to our political climate, the worst may be yet to come.We also cover these stories:--Hurricane Michael made landfall in Florida Wednesday, with winds of 155 miles per hour. President Trump said his message to those in Florida was “God bless you all.”--Trump went on full attack against Sen. Bernie Sanders’ “Medicare for All” plan, saying it would gut Medicare and would “outlaw private health care plans, taking away freedom to choose plans while letting anyone cross our border.”--First lady Melania Trump spoke about the #Metoo movement in a new interview.--Anthony Weiner, the former New York congressman, will be released from prison early on account of “good conduct,” according to the Bureau of Prisons.The Daily Signal podcast is available on Ricochet, iTunes, SoundCloud, Google Play, or Stitcher. All of our podcasts

On today’s show, we feature an interview with David Limbaugh, who discusses his latest book, "Jesus Is Risen: Paul and the Early Church." Limbaugh, perhaps best known for his work documenting the left’s failures and quest to transform America, has in recent years written a series of books on Jesus.Also on today's show:• We feature a bonus edition of letters to the editor. Don’t forget, your letter could be featured on our show; write us at letters@dailysignal.com or call 202-608-6205.• And some good news for young Americans. In a switch from just four years ago, more young people now believe they'll be better off financially than their parents.The Daily Signal podcast is available on the Ricochet Audio Network. You can also listen on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast app. All of our podcasts can be found at DailySignal.com/podcasts.If you like what you hear, please leave a review or give us feedback. Enjoy the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more a

On today’s Columbus Day edition of the show, we feature an interview with Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, about the military, Syria, trade and Justice Brett Kavanaugh. She recently spoke at The Heritage Foundation about the newly released 2019 U.S. Index of Military Strength.Also on today’s show:• You'll also hear from communications expert Dee Dee Bass Wilbon about how conservatives can win the battle of ideas, and her upcoming conference, GrowthComms. • We feature your letters to the editor. Don’t forget, your letter could be featured next week; write us at letters@dailysignal.com or call 202-608-6205.• And on this Columbus Day, some wise words from President Ronald Reagan about the man who discovered America.The Daily Signal podcast is available on the Ricochet Audio Network. You can also listen on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast app. All of our podcasts can be found at DailySignal.com/podcasts.If you like what you hear, please leave a review or give us feedback. Enjoy the show! Hosted on A

The fight over Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh is nearing a verdict. But it’s worth taking a step back and considering why this fight became so ugly, so brutal, and what it says about the Supreme Court's role in our society. We discuss with Kim Holmes, executive vice president of The Heritage Foundation. Plus: We’ll take a look at the liberal group that trains protesters to harass Republicans.We also cover these stories:--The FBI report on Brett Kavanaugh is out. Sen. Chuck Grassley, chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, said the document found no hint of misconduct and said, “It’s time to vote. I’ll be voting to confirm Judge Kavanaugh.”--Sen. Jeff Flake, R-Ariz., and Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, signal satisfaction with FBI report.--Vice President Mike Pence put China on warning in a speech Thursday, suggesting the nation was trying to interfere with United States politics.--A town in Minnesota is struggling with, no joke, drunk birds. The Daily Signal podcast is available on Ricochet, iTunes, S

Should the media be rushing to cover allegations with little or no corroboration? The Daily Signal's Ken McIntyre, a veteran journalist who covered Maryland as a crime reporter in the 80s, joins us to discuss. Plus: We look at the disturbing trend of selfie deaths.We also cover these stories:--After spending two weeks debating the allegations of sexual assault lodged against Brett Kavanaugh, Sen. Cory Booker suggested that it may not even matter whether or not he’s guilty.--Sens. Susan Collins, Lisa Murkowski, and Jeff Flake are all unhappy over remarks President Trump made about Christine Blasey Ford.--A fed-up Sen. Lindsey Graham tells an audience to "boo yourself" when he gets boos for saying Kavanaugh has been treated poorly.The Daily Signal podcast is available on Ricochet, iTunes, SoundCloud, Google Play, or Stitcher. All of our podcasts can be found at DailySignal.com/podcasts. If you like what you hear, please leave a review. You can also leave us a message at 202-608-6205 or write us at letters@daily

Great Britain has historically been one of the most free countries in the world. But in this hypersensitive age, free speech is coming under genuine threat -- not just on college campuses, but across British society. Anglican Bishop Michael Nazir-Ali joins us to discuss. Plus: The media gets worked up over an apparent ice-throwing incident in Brett Kavanaugh’s past. We also cover these stories:--Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell says the Senate will vote this week on Judge Brett Kavanaugh’s nomination.--Sen. Jeff Flake, R-Ariz., expresses concern over Kavanaugh acting "partisan."--Amazon is raising its U.S. minimum wage to $15 an hour.The Daily Signal podcast is available on Ricochet, iTunes, SoundCloud, Google Play, or Stitcher. All of our podcasts can be found at DailySignal.com/podcasts. If you like what you hear, please leave a review. You can also leave us a message at 202-608-6205 or write us at letters@dailysignal.com. Enjoy the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Le

Is the new USMCA better than NAFTA? The Heritage Foundation's Tori Whiting joins us to discuss the new North American trade deal President Trump hawked Monday, and what the next steps are. Plus: Kanye West tells the truth about the left on "Saturday Night Live." We also cover these stories:--President Trump calls on FBI to "do a very comprehensive investigation" of allegations against Judge Brett Kavanaugh.--California Gov. Jerry Brown, a Democrat, vetoed legislation that would have required public universities in the state to offer abortion pills at campus clinics.--The restaurant where Sen. Ted Cruz was recently harassed by a mob of protesters is being forced to hire security.The Daily Signal podcast is available on Ricochet, iTunes, SoundCloud, Google Play, or Stitcher. All of our podcasts can be found at DailySignal.com/podcasts. If you like what you hear, please leave a review. You can also leave us a message at 202-608-6205 or write us at letters@dailysignal.com. Enjoy the show! Hosted on Acast. See aca

On today’s show, we feature an interview with Allie Beth Stuckey, best known as the “Conservative Millennial” and host of the popular CRTV podcast “Relatable.” She tells The Daily Signal how conservatives can make inroads with younger Americans. Stuckey also addresses misconceptions about millennials, the #MeToo movement, and picks her favorite young conservative leader. You won't want to miss it!Also on today’s show:• Ten years after the 2008 financial crisis, America’s economy is booming, wages are rising, and the unemployment rate is dropping. But the effects of the recession are still being felt in places like Detroit. Lifelong native and real estate agent Faye Baker says hope is not lost for the Motor City.• We feature your letters to the editor. Don’t forget, your letter could be featured next week; write us at letters@dailysignal.com or call 202-608-6205.• Parkland student Cameron Kasky left the March for Our Lives and regrets the way he treated Sen. Marco Rubio. Find out why he is now looking to encou

Whoever controls education has an enormous impact on the direction of our country. That’s not exactly encouraging news, given the current state of higher education. Our guest today, Heather Mac Donald, has a new book called “The Diversity Delusion.” In that, she describes how a toxic turn in education is infecting society as a whole. Plus: Sex robots are coming to America. We also cover these stories:--A third accuser, Julie Swetnick, is now alleging that Brett Kavanaugh behaved inappropriately at high school parties. She is represented by Michael Avenatti.--Kavanaugh dismissed the allegation as being from the “twilight zone.” He said, “I don't know who this is and this never happened.”--Sen. Jeff Merkeley, D-Ore., is trying to block a Senate vote on Kavanaugh -- not through persuasion, but through a lawsuit in federal court. --Appearing before the United Nations Security Council Wednesday, President Trump accused China of election interference.  The Daily Signal podcast is available on Ricochet, iTunes, Soun

The Brett Kavanaugh confirmation process came to a boiling point on Thursday, as his accuser testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee and Kavanaugh himself issued forceful defense. We cover the highlights and discuss with The Heritage Foundation’s Tom Jipping. Plus: We feature an interview with Juanita Broaddrick, the woman who accused Bill Clinton of rape.We also cover these stories:--Dr. Christine Blasey Ford said she was "100 percent" certain Kavanaugh was the man who assaulted her.--Highlights from protesters, both for and against confirming Kavanaugh.--President Donald Trump and Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein will now meet next week.--"Have these European leaders learned nothing from history? Will they ever wake up?” asked Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu Thursday, speaking about Iran.The Daily Signal podcast is available on Ricochet, iTunes, SoundCloud, Google Play, or Stitcher. All of our podcasts can be found at DailySignal.com/podcasts. If you like what you hear, please leave a review. You

President Donald Trump was the center of everyone’s attention at the United Nations on Tuesday, where he delivered a formal address defending his policies. Brett Schaefer of The Heritage Foundation will join us to discuss. Plus: Protesters harass Ted Cruz and his wife during their private night out. We also cover these stories:--Trump defended Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh, and suggested Democrats were playing a "con game."--A key Republican senator, Lisa Murkowski, is now calling for the second Kavanaugh accuser to make her accusation publicly.--The Treasury Department is imposing sanctions on top Venezuelan officials, including the wife of Venezuela’s president, Nicolas Maduro.--“Cosby Show” star Bill Cosby was sentenced Tuesday to 3 to ten years in prison for the crime of drugging and sexually assaulting a woman, Andrea Constand.The Daily Signal podcast is available on Ricochet, iTunes, SoundCloud, Google Play, or Stitcher. All of our podcasts can be found at DailySignal.com/podcasts. If you like w

The Daily Signal's Genevieve Wood has some questions about the credibility of the allegations against Brett Kavanaugh, and she joins the podcast to discuss. Plus: We celebrate fall by talking football--college vs. NFL, and whether it should become a safer sport or not.We also cover these stories:--White House press Secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders said in a statement Monday "at the request of Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein, he and President Trump had an extended conversation to discuss the recent news stories.” She added that Rosenstein and Trump would meet again Thursday.--In the midst of the accusations being leveled against Kavanaugh, Trump is standing strong by his Supreme Court pick.--Russia announced Monday that it would be equipping Syria with an anti-aircraft missile system. U.S. National Security Advisor John Bolton said this would be “a significant escalation.”--The Dallas police officer who killed an innocent resident earlier this month has been fired. Police Chief Rene Hall says Officer Am

On today’s show, we feature an interview with CBS News’ Chief White House Correspondent Major Garrett on his new book, “Mr. Trump’s Wild Ride: The Thrills, Chills, Screams, and Occasional Blackouts of an Extraordinary Presidency.” Garrett has covered the White House for three different news outlets during the last four administrations. Find out more about his personal interactions with President Donald Trump and what he thinks the future holds for his administration.Also on today’s show:• We share an interview from SCOTUS 101’s podcast host and Heritage legal fellow Elizabeth Slattery, who spoke with the Judicial Crisis Network’s Carrie Severino about Judge Brett Kavanaugh.• Our favorite letters from you. Don’t forget, your letter could be featured next week; write us at letters@dailysignal.com or call 202-608-6205.• And this week’s good news story from Fox News host and former White House press secretary Dana Perino, who was recently featured on Politico’s Women Rule podcast.The Daily Signal podcast is avail

Washington remains fixated this week on the allegations brought against Judge Brett Kavanaugh — but in the midst of it all, 65 women who knew Kavanaugh in high school have come to his defense. Daily Signal reporter Rachel del Guidice spoke to one of those women, and she shares exclusive audio from that interview. Plus: A Michigan high school is getting rid of the homecoming queen because of “bullying.” We also cover these stories:--Brett Kavanaugh’s accuser, Christine Blasey Ford, says she’s open to testifying before the Senate Judiciary Committee — just not on Monday.--President Trump calls out Congress over the lack of funding for the border wall.--Walmart warns about long-term impact of raising tariffs on goods from China.The Daily Signal podcast is available on Ricochet, iTunes, SoundCloud, Google Play, or Stitcher. All of our podcasts can be found at DailySignal.com/podcasts. If you like what you hear, please leave a review. You can also leave us a message at 202-608-6205 or write us at letters@dailysign

The civil war in Syria has killed over 100,000 civilians, displaced millions more, and produced a historic migrant crisis that affects Europe to this day. But the situation could get even worse if things go wrong in Idlib, a city in eastern Syria. We discuss with Luke Coffey of The Heritage Foundation. Plus: One Democratic senator suggests all men should "shut up," in reference to the accusation against Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. We also cover these stories:--President Donald Trump says Kavanaugh is "such an outstanding man, it's very hard for me to imagine anything happened."--Senate Judiciary Chairman Chuck Grassley tweeted, “We’re going to continue to try to hear from Dr. [Christine] Ford in any format she's comfortable [with--] open session/closed session/private staff interviews/public staff interviews [because] her information is very important.”--North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has pledged to permanently abolish key missile facilities in his country and allow foreign experts to inspect.The

The Daily Signal's Kelsey Harkness joins us to discuss how the politicization of the #MeToo movement has been so concerning, and the importance of due process. Plus: We discuss the low ratings of the Emmys, and the politics of the show.We also cover these stories:-- Sen. John Cornyn of Texas said of Christine Ford’s allegations against Kavanaugh, “The problem is, Dr. Ford can’t remember when it was, where it was, or how it came to be.”--Two women who dated Brett Kavanaugh said they don’t believe his accuser.--Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has announced the U.S. will cut the number of refugees it will admit in 2019 by one-third.-- Los Angeles could become the largest city in the world to ban fur.The Daily Signal podcast is available on Ricochet, iTunes, SoundCloud, Google Play, or Stitcher. All of our podcasts can be found at DailySignal.com/podcasts. If you like what you hear, please leave a review. You can also leave us a message at 202-608-6205 or write us at letters@dailysignal.com. Enjoy the show! Hosted

Today’s show features an interview with Fox News politics editor Chris Stirewalt on his new book, "Every Man a King: A Short, Colorful History of American Populists." Stirewalt says Americans sometimes forget past flirtations with populist politicians and President Donald Trump is certainly not the first. Find out how he thinks Democrats will respond in 2020.We also speak with economist Walter Williams about the proper role of government and perils of socialism. Williams is a popular Daily Signal columnist who delivered the first in a series of Heritage Foundation speeches on free markets.Hear some of our favorite letters from you. Don’t forget, your letter could be featured next week; write us at letters@dailysignal.com or call 202-608-6205.And this week’s good news story is an incredible tale of an adopted NFL coach who discovered his biological father is someone who once recruited him to play college football.The Daily Signal podcast is available on Ricochet, iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, or your favorite

As Washington reels from an accusation of sexual misconduct levied against Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh, who has absolutely denied the allegation, those who have known him are speaking up in his defense. Rachel del Guidice scored an exclusive interview with one of 65 women who knew Kavanaugh in high school and signed a letter vouching for his character. Plus: a new study suggests that teens raised with religion have better lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Obamacare's heavy requirements have hit businesses hard. They've also burdened the consciences of religious Americans who cannot in good faith pay for certain drugs and products. It's no surprise, then, that since Obamacare's passage, thousands of Americans are turning to an alternative to mainstream insurance called Liberty HealthShare. We sit down with the founder and chairman of the company, Dale Bellis, to discuss his health-sharing concept that has gained such traction in recent years. We also cover these stories:* Leaked video shows Google executives grieving with employees after Trump's election victory.* U.S. officials suspect Russia in 'mystery' attacks on diplomats.* Hurricane Florence threatens the Carolinas.The Daily Signal podcast is available on Ricochet, iTunes, SoundCloud, Google Play, or Stitcher. All of our podcasts can be found at DailySignal.com/podcasts.If you like what you hear, please leave a review. You can also leave us a message at 202-608-6205 or write us at letters@dailysignal.com.