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Chris Michaels sits down with national Emmy Award–winning investigative reporter Chris Papst of WBFF Fox 45 Baltimore to confront an uncomfortable truth about public education in America. For nearly a decade, Papst has led Project Baltimore, an exhaustive investigation into Baltimore City Public Schools — a system with a $1.7 billion annual budget, yet only 10% of students proficient in math and graduation rates that remain stagnant despite massive funding increases. His findings, documented in his bestselling book Failure Factory, reveal a system driven not by student success, but by data manipulation, administrative expansion, and the relentless pursuit of funding. In this conversation, Papst breaks down: How graduation rates can stay high while academic proficiency collapses Why hundreds of millions in new funding never reached classrooms The quiet explosion of administrative salaries and executive perks How discipline data, safety reports, and academic outcomes are manipulated The unintended consequences of federal directives on suspensions and arrests Why teachers are leaving the profession in record numbers How underprepared students are pushed into college debt they may never escape Papst also explains why Baltimore may represent the end stage of a failing public school system, and why what’s happening there is spreading nationwide. He offers concrete warning signs parents and taxpayers should look for in their own districts — and what real accountability would actually look like. This is not a partisan conversation. It’s a data-driven, ground-level examination of a system that educates 90% of America’s children — and what happens when it stops prioritizing learning. If you care about education, taxes, public accountability, or the future of the country, this is a conversation you can’t afford to ignore.

In this micro-dose of a podcast, Greg has a bold take on the breaking news of troops being sent to Greenland, to defend against... the USA.

In this episode of Reclaimed Ground, the hosts return after a brief break to unpack the start of Delaware’s legislative session and the real-world impact of bills already moving through Dover. The conversation begins with rising energy costs, Delmarva Power bills, and how green energy mandates and grid modernization have contributed to financial strain on families, seniors, and small businesses. The panel discusses legislation that would roll back or reduce green energy mandates, why some bills never make it out of committee, and how committee chairs control what the public ever gets to hear. From there, the episode walks through several key pieces of legislation, including: A proposed constitutional amendment to limit state spending, tying government growth to population and economic growth rather than unchecked expansion Bills aimed at tax relief for families, including increased child tax credits Legislation addressing school district tax increases following reassessment and efforts to stop automatic 10% increases without demonstrated need A proposal to eliminate state taxes on overtime pay, and how taxing overtime punishes productivity Concerns over income tax increases on small business owners and how LLCs and pass-through taxation already burden entrepreneurs The discussion also explores more complex and controversial bills, including: Retroactive civil claims for child sexual abuse, weighing justice for victims against due process and precedent A state-run diabetes wellness pilot program, questioning government involvement in healthcare and personal medical decisions AI and professional title legislation, debating innovation, personal responsibility, and access to information Bills affecting immigration enforcement, cooperation with federal agencies, and the balance between compassion, public safety, and constitutional authority Proposed “Bills of Rights” for specific groups, including teachers and the homeless, and whether creating special legal classes undermines equal protection under the law Throughout the episode, the hosts examine how well-intended legislation can produce unintended consequences, how government power expands quietly through spending and regulation, and why transparency, accountability, and constitutional limits matter at the state level. This episode is a deep dive into what Delaware lawmakers are debating right now, why it matters, and how everyday residents may feel the effects long before they ever see the results.

In this episode, Chris Michaels sits down with Dr. Owen Anderson, a tenured Christian philosopher whose work focuses on natural theology, ethics, and the foundations of truth. Throughout the conversation, Dr. Anderson explores how philosophical reasoning intersects with modern culture, particularly where questions of truth, morality, marriage, and the role of the state collide. The discussion examines tensions between Christian philosophical traditions and contemporary secular assumptions, and how those tensions play out in everyday life and public discourse. Rather than debating personalities or politics, this episode centers on first principles: how we define truth, why moral frameworks matter, and what happens when societies abandon shared foundations. The conversation is thoughtful, measured, and aimed at helping listeners better understand the deeper philosophical roots beneath today’s cultural conflicts. This is a reflective dialogue for listeners interested in faith, philosophy, ethics, and cultural analysis, and for anyone asking not just what is happening in society, but why.

In this episode of Be Bold with Boulden, Greg Boulden returns to the mic to break down one of the most shocking geopolitical events in recent memory. The United States captures Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and brings him to New York to face federal charges. Supporters cheer. Critics warn. Most people miss the nuance. Greg slows the conversation down and asks the harder questions. Was this constitutional? Was it legal under international law? What happens when one country claims the authority to remove another nation’s leader by force? And what precedent does that set for the future? Drawing from U.S. history, constitutional law, war powers, and past interventions like Panama, Vietnam, Iraq, and Afghanistan, this episode challenges listeners to look beyond partisan talking points. Greg makes it clear that condemning a dictator does not mean abandoning scrutiny of power. This is not a defense of Maduro. It is a defense of constitutional clarity, consistent standards, and informed citizenship. If you want more than headlines, more than slogans, and more than blind loyalty to any administration, this episode is for you. Be bold. Question power. And listen with nuance.

In the recent Netflix special with Dave Chappelle, we are treated to a coded routine that points society to an important question, who has coopted society? Here's my review.

s the narrative around Ukraine, Trump, and the coming midterms beginning to crack? On this episode, Chris Michaels delivers a blistering breakdown of the political forces quietly reshaping U.S. foreign policy, media narratives, and power inside the Republican Party. From a New York Times profile targeting Trump insider Susie Wiles, to growing unrest within the MAGA base, Michaels argues this isn’t about personality conflicts — it’s about control, obedience, and money. The show examines why dissent inside Trump’s orbit is suddenly being exposed, how pro-Israel lobbying pressure is influencing policy decisions, and why the push to homogenize political messaging is accelerating ahead of the midterm elections. Michaels connects the dots between the IHRA definition of antisemitism, speech policing, and the growing weaponization of accusations to silence opposition. The episode then turns sharply to Ukraine, where reports of corruption investigations, missing funds, offshore accounts, and frozen Russian assets raise serious questions about where American tax dollars are really going. As peace talks stall over land concessions and Zelensky refuses elections, Michaels asks the question many in Washington won’t: is Zelensky being positioned for removal — and if so, by whom? With NATO escalation, billion-dollar defense bills, and midterm strategy looming, this episode challenges the audience to confront an uncomfortable reality: America First may no longer be the priority — and World War III is being treated as a political strategy. Unfiltered, unapologetic, and deeply critical of both parties, this is a warning shot about power, propaganda, and the cost of endless war.

What happens when moral collapse, border chaos, and political power converge—and the official story stops making sense? In this unflinching episode, hosts Greg Boulden and Katie Ladzinski bring together three fearless truth-seekers to examine the systems that profit from silence and punish those who ask questions. Victor Nieves, President of the Life Issues Institute, confronts the moral foundation of the abortion debate—exposing how moral relativism has stripped human life of intrinsic value. He breaks down the growing threat of chemical abortion pills, the deception surrounding women’s “choice,” and how abortion has become intertwined with trafficking, exploitation, and political convenience. Taylor of RGVTruth joins from the southern border with firsthand reporting on human trafficking networks, cartel control, terrorist infiltration, and the “compadre system” that protects corruption on both sides of the border. His evidence-backed reporting reveals how ideology, money, and fear have turned entire regions into corridors for exploitation. The episode culminates with investigative journalist George Webb, who delivers a sobering deep dive into the Butler shooting, the Charlie Kirk investigation, and what he believes are long-running political and financial operations tied to DuPont money, intelligence networks, and federal silence. Webb raises critical questions about: Why key names and evidence vanished from public view How past assassination patterns echo into the present The role of Delaware, Wilmington, and Rodney Square in intelligence and financial data operations And why official investigations repeatedly stall just as answers come into focus Webb’s reporting challenges listeners to reconsider whether these events are isolated—or part of a much larger pattern hidden in plain sight. This episode is not about partisan loyalty. It’s about human life, national security, and the cost of refusing to ask hard questions. If you believe truth still matters—and that some stories are buried for a reason—this is an episode you need to hear.

In this exclusive interview, former Acting United States Attorney for the District of Delaware Julianne Murray joins Reclaimed Ground Media for a rare, inside look at one of the most misunderstood legal controversies unfolding in federal government today. Appointed by President Donald Trump and later stepping aside to protect the integrity of ongoing prosecutions, Murray walks us through what actually happened behind the headlines. She explains the Senate blue slip tradition, the legal gray zones surrounding interim U.S. attorney appointments, and why growing politicization threatens the stability of federal law enforcement. This conversation cuts through the noise. Murray speaks candidly about her Oval Office meeting with the president, the pressure points between the executive branch, the judiciary, and the Senate, and the moment she chose principle over position. She also addresses Delaware’s public safety challenges, the importance of institutional trust, and why she believes integrity in prosecution must come before personal ambition. This episode is not about personalities or party loyalty. It is about process, precedent, and what happens when long standing norms begin to fracture. If you want to understand how power actually moves inside the federal justice system, this is a conversation you need to hear.

Tonight on After Dark with Rob, we go deep into the controversy surrounding Candace Owens—her conspiracy theories, her media moves, and the backlash over her handling of Charlie Kirk’s death. Rob breaks down the drama, the history, and the patterns of behavior that have made Owens a polarizing figure in politics and culture. From high-profile beefs to social media maneuvers, no topic is off-limits. We also explore the broader context—media bias, political strategy, and the consequences of public scrutiny in a world where everyone has an opinion. Expect sharp insights, unfiltered commentary, and the bold truth behind the headlines. Buckle up—it’s After Dark, and we leave nothing in the shadows.

On this episode of The Chris Michaels Show, Chris takes listeners through a wide-ranging and unapologetic breakdown of power, bureaucracy, and the narratives shaping public perception. The show begins with sharp commentary on unelected authority, questioning whether government experts, agencies, and courts are increasingly operating beyond accountability. From Supreme Court arguments to entrenched bureaucratic power, Chris challenges the idea that credentials alone should place officials beyond oversight. Chris also revisits public health messaging, vaccine policy, and the role of fear in shaping compliance, asking why trust continues to erode when transparency is lacking and questions go unanswered. In the second half of the show, Chris explores climate narratives, emerging technologies, and artificial intelligence, including an experiment probing AI responses to questions about long-term climate cycles, environmental manipulation, and planetary change. While clearly framed as exploratory and speculative, the discussion raises deeper concerns about what the public is told, what is dismissed, and what may be quietly debated behind closed doors. Throughout the episode, Chris blends commentary, skepticism, and dark humor to challenge official narratives and encourage listeners to think critically, question authority, and resist passive acceptance in an age of information overload.

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Reclaimed Ground, we confront Delaware’s addiction crisis head-on, not through statistics alone, but through lived experience. Former addicts share raw testimonies of loss, recovery, relapse, and redemption. A Delaware state senator breaks down the systemic failures, hard policy choices, and what real accountability could look like. Leaders from one of the state’s most successful recovery programs explain what actually works and why hope without structure isn’t enough. This is a conversation about families, children, mental health, faith, responsibility, and the fight to reclaim lives in the middle of an epidemic that touches every community. Trigger warning: This episode includes discussions of addiction, overdose, trauma, and recovery. If you or someone you love is struggling, you are not alone, and there is a way forward.

In this explosive emergency solo episode of After Dark with Rob & Andrew, host Rob goes live to dismantle the latest mainstream media fabrication: the fake “Kill Them All” order allegedly given by Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth during the Caribbean drug-cartel boat strikes. Rob proves – with direct quotes from The New York Times and Washington Post corrections – that the entire story was a deliberate left-wing lie designed to distract from the massive $2 billion taxpayer fraud scandal exploding in Minnesota involving Governor Tim Walz, Ilhan Omar, and funds allegedly funneled to Somali terrorist groups like Al-Shabaab.From the Democrats’ internal meltdown and Kamala’s petty attacks on Josh Shapiro, to the Epstein files suddenly going quiet when they started pointing at Democrat operatives, Rob connects every dot the legacy media desperately wants buried. He sounds the alarm on the decades-long Somali infiltration of American cities, dual-citizenship politicians running for office in both the U.S. and Somalia, and why real men must stand up now before it’s too late.No spin, no filter – just raw, unapologetic truth. If you’re tired of the media’s endless hoaxes and ready to hear what they’re terrified you’ll find out, this is the episode that will light your fire. MAGA is winning – and After Dark is making sure the left can’t hide the receipts.

Rob Harper goes After Dark to expose the newest political shell game: Democrats and their media allies are resurrecting a months-old military strike to fabricate “war crimes” against President Trump and Secretary Pete Hegseth — all to distract from their spiraling failures. Rob lays out the real timeline behind the September 2nd Caribbean operation, dismantles the Washington Post’s narrative, and calls out the Seditious Six members of Congress who openly urged the military to defy the Commander-in-Chief. From the radical takeover of major cities to billions funneled through Minnesota to foreign militants, Rob argues that America is facing a coordinated internal subversion. No spin. No apologies. Just truth... After Dark.

Chris Michaels is back — sunburned, caffeinated, and ready to unload. After a quick (and unforgettable) Aruba food tour, Chris rips into the bizarre public push to sell AI as a divine figure, the intelligence fingerprints behind recent domestic attacks, and the government’s ever-expanding appetite for your biometrics. Why is Obama’s D.C. home tied to continuity-of-government? Who knew about the D.C. shooting before it happened? Is Zelensky packing for Tel Aviv? And is the U.S. really preparing to invade Venezuela — or is Margarita Island the real play? It’s classic Chris: sharp, fast, funny, and loaded with insights you won’t hear anywhere else.

In this powerful episode of Reclaimed Ground Media, Bryan Shupe goes deep into three major stories shaping Delaware—stories most residents still aren’t hearing about. Bryan begins with new revelations about the foiled terror attack against the University of Delaware Police Department, including the disturbing manifesto referencing martyrdom and targeted violence. He raises tough questions about why state leaders have stayed quiet and why the public hasn’t been fully informed. Next, Bryan exposes the mounting legal battles between Delaware’s Attorney General and the federal government, highlighting the lawsuits, their political motivations, and the taxpayer costs still hidden from public view. Finally, the episode focuses on the Redding Consortium, the massive and imminent restructuring of Wilmington-area schools that will affect thousands of families. Through interviews with a parent, school board president, Jason Heller, and RGM's financial analyst, Shannon Tiberi, Bryan breaks down: The three proposed redistricting plans Why parents still don’t have answers on costs, feeder patterns, capacity, or transportation The missing data and dashboards The real crisis—public safety—that Wilmington families say must be addressed before any redistricting How decisions made this month could reshape education across the entire state This episode is essential for anyone in Delaware who cares about transparency, public safety, educational fairness, or government accountability.

Delaware parents are afraid. Teachers are overwhelmed. Students are caught in the crossfire. And for the first time, the stories usually buried behind school walls are coming into the light. In this episode of Reclaimed Ground Media, we go far beyond the headlines to expose the growing crisis of violence inside Delaware’s public schools. You’ll hear directly from the people living it every day: – School Resource Officer explaining what they’re seeing in the halls and why student-run fight-accounts on social media are fueling chaos. – School counselors revealing the emotional and mental-health breakdown happening in classrooms statewide. – Retired educators speaking openly—finally free from retaliation—about the discipline failures they were never allowed to discuss. – A mother whose daughter was brutally attacked at school, left with a traumatic brain injury, and then silenced by a system more interested in optics than accountability. – School board members exposing under-reporting, policy loopholes, and the political pressures that keep communities in the dark. This isn’t a partisan story. It’s a human one. It’s the voices of families, teachers, and frontline professionals who are begging for change—while fearing retaliation for speaking up. We dig into the data, the culture shifts, the mental-health crisis, the failures in discipline enforcement, the rise of cyberbullying, and the real impact state policies are having on safety. And we ask the question every parent in Delaware is quietly wondering: Are our schools still safe? And what will it take to fix this? If you’re a parent, teacher, policymaker—or simply someone who cares about the future of our children—this is an episode you cannot afford to miss. Presented by America Emboldened LLC ©2025

A proposed 580-acre hyperscale data center—one of the largest in the United States—has ignited a battle in New Castle County. In this episode, host Greg Boulden sits down with County Councilman Kevin Caneco to break down the truth behind Project Washington, an 11-building, 6-million-square-foot complex backed by Starwood Digital that could consume 1.2 gigawatts of power—twice the electricity used by every home in Delaware combined. Together, they explore the issues Delawareans are urgently raising: • How would the grid handle a load this massive? • Could local residents face rising electric bills and long-term environmental costs? • Are wetlands, water resources, and air quality at risk? • What can be learned from Arizona, Oregon, Iowa, and Northern Virginia, where data center booms have already reshaped communities? • And most importantly—are the guardrails in place to protect families, homes, and health? Councilman Caneco shares an insider view of the ordinance battle, the amendments that nearly gutted protections, and the political pressures at play. This is the conversation Delaware residents have been waiting for—clear, direct, and unfiltered. If you care about the future of Delaware’s energy, environment, and neighborhoods, this episode is essential listening.

Reclaimed Ground Media officially launches with a bold mission: to reclaim territory in culture, community, and conversation for the Kingdom. In this inaugural episode, founders Katie Ladzinski and Brian Shupe share why this movement exists, what inspired its creation, and how faith-driven storytelling can reshape local communities. Listeners will get an inside look at the heart behind Reclaimed Ground, the challenges that sparked its formation, and the vision for restoring truth, purpose, and connection in an increasingly noisy world. Whether you’re a believer, a creator, or someone seeking hope and clarity, this episode sets the foundation for what’s coming—and invites you to join the mission of reclaiming the ground we’ve lost. Reclaimed Ground Media sits down with New Castle County Councilman Kevin Caneco for a critical and eye-opening conversation about Project Washington—a proposed 580-acre, 6-million-square-foot hyperscale data center complex poised to reshape Delaware City and the surrounding communities. In this interview, Councilman Caneco breaks down: • The unprecedented 1.2-gigawatt power demand—twice the electricity used by every home in Delaware • The real risks to water resources, wetlands, noise levels, and neighborhood health • What other states like Arizona and Virginia have already learned the hard way • Why the County Council is locked in a battle over an ordinance meant to protect residents • The political pressure, misleading amendments, and high-dollar interests shaping the debate • What’s coming next—and what Delawareans need to watch closely This is a grounded, honest, and essential discussion about development, stewardship, and protecting the people who actually live in these communities. For anyone who cares about environmental integrity, government transparency, or the future of Delaware’s neighborhoods, this episode is a must-listen. Published through America Emboldened LLC as podcast producer. ©2025

Dr. Joseph P. Farrell returns to America Emboldened for one of the most intense and far-reaching conversations yet. Drawing from his new book The Rialto and Richmond Reconstructed, Farrell exposes a hidden history of the Civil War that includes espionage networks, British intelligence operations, elite financiers, foreign governments, and the monetary schemes that reshaped America.In this interview, Farrell explains:• The shadowy operative who used multiple identities to infiltrate both the Union and Confederacy• Why Britain and France had deep financial stakes in the war’s outcome• How foreign banking interests influenced Reconstruction and American currency• The connection between Civil War finance, the greenback, and the eventual creation of the Federal Reserve• Why Confederate funds in Montreal were quietly moved to Europe before Lincoln’s assassination• The secret meeting at Hampton Roads and the geopolitical plan that could have changed world history• How post-war America was intentionally driven into deflation and debt• The origins of global monetary control and modern centralized bankingThe discussion then shifts to current events, including political polarization, foreign influence in American politics, the aftermath of the Charlie Kirk assassination, the fragmentation of evangelical movements, digital censorship, and the growing push toward tokenized currency and AI-driven narrative control.Farrell also explores deeper spiritual and metaphysical topics, including the nature of angels, ancient descriptions of non-human intelligence, and the role of hyper-dimensional beings in theology and history.This episode connects the hidden past to the unfolding present and reveals how the same patterns of manipulation, foreign influence, and financial control continue today.Chapters:00:00 Opening02:25 Farrell joins the show04:23 The Shock Jock of Alternative History05:40 Farrell's new book06:15 Charles Dunham