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Larry Smith, Brad Sturdy & Mike Cagley are the IlliniGuys & this week they're talking:

• Illini NCAA Win Over Penn
• Upcoming VCU Game
• Illini Women NCAA vs Colorado
• Matt Brown of ExtraPoints on NIL

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Mississippi State music history professor Dr. Ryan Ross joins Josh to talk about his journey—from thinking he could never support Trump, to voting for him in the last election, and now back to not being able to support him anymore. They get into why they both voted for Trump in the first place, what made them feel like they had to, and the buyer's remorse that came after. They also talk about how a lot of traditional conservatives and independents feel the same way—like there's no real home left in either of the two major parties.  They have both become so terrible that neither one deserves their vote or support. Ryan and Josh also discuss what it's like being a conservative professor in a very woke, liberal academic world. Ryan shares some of the struggles he's had just trying to teach music history in a straight forward historically accurate way.   🔗[ALL LINKS]:  https://gml.bio.link   📼 [YouTube] :https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv   🗽[Fed Haters Club]: https://www.goodmorningliberty.us/fedhatersclub   ⏳[Martens Minute]: https://martensminute.podbean.com/     00:00 Welcome + Meet Prof. Ryan Ross (Never Trump → Trump → Never Trump)   03:54 Navigating Academia as a Conservative: Tolerance, Tenure & Self-Censorship   06:22 Generational Shift & Political Toxicity in the Humanities   08:38 Teaching Without Indoctrination: Leaving Politics at the Door   09:57 Why He Was Never Trump in 2016: Fitness, Merit & Populism Concerns   12:18 Distrust of Power: Primaries, Politicians, and a Rigged System   14:46 What Finally Pushed Him to Vote Trump: Border, Wokeness, and Lawfare   18:34 Josh's Breaking Point: Jan 6, COVID Lockdowns, Censorship & Russia Narrative   23:10 After the Win: Spending Cuts, Epstein Files, and Growing Regret   27:13 Tribes vs. Individualism: How Collectivism Fuels Groupthink   40:45 So Who Do You Vote For Now? Disillusionment After Trump   42:11 Breaking the Two-Party Trap: Third Parties, Write-Ins, and 'No' Votes   44:37 Clean Conscience Voting: Peace of Mind Over 'Wasted Vote' Claims   46:55 King for a Day: End Deficit Spending to Protect Liberty   48:41 Wrap-Up & Call to Action: Join, Share, and Send Candidate Leads

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Dumb Bleep of the Week (Part 2): Epstein Files Spin, Tariff "Emergency" Tricks, SAVE Act Drama, and Surveillance Ads Nate and Chuck host Part 2 of "Dumb Bleep of the Week," reacting to several political and cultural stories. They revisit the Epstein/Massie/Pam Bondi discourse, criticizing a MAGA post claiming the "full Epstein files" were released, noting the DOJ has released 3.5 million of roughly 6 million pages and discussing controversy over unredacting names of innocent people. They mock the idea of an "Epstein list" as merely a database of any name appearing in documents and point out both Thomas Massey and online personalities like "cat turd" appear for non-incriminating reasons. They then cover House maneuvering around Trump's tariffs and the National Emergencies Act, highlighting a GOP effort to redefine "calendar days" so Congress can avoid the required 15-day vote to terminate an emergency. Next, they discuss claims that Massie voted against advancing the SAVE Act, explaining he opposed a rule package that also suspended the 24-hour notice requirement for spending bills; they note Massie later voted for the SAVE Act itself. They critique Rep. Susie Lee's video opposing the SAVE Act and discuss broader ID/citizenship and election trust arguments. Other segments include Ilhan Omar's Epstein-related jab at Trump and commentary about Somalia's laws; Los Angeles halting street repaving to avoid triggering Measure HLA's mandatory bike-lane and "road diet" requirements; California's "jock tax," including reporting that Sam Darnold could net a loss after winning a Super Bowl bonus due to duty-day taxation; a Maryland squatter story involving a $2.3 million home; and a New York clip of a speaker advocating taxing millionaires and even making it illegal for them to leave. They close with criticism of Ring's Super Bowl ad promoting AI-powered neighborhood camera searches for lost pets and mention Ring canceling its partnership with Flock Safety amid backlash. The live group's vote names Pam Bondi as the week's winner, and the hosts plug Friday's episode, subscriptions, reviews, merch, sponsors, and the Fed Haters Club. 00:00 Welcome to Good Morning Liberty + Presidents' Day banter
02:32 Epstein files 'release' claims & what's still being withheld
07:46 Unredactions, innocent names, and shifting narratives on 'transparency'
11:14 The 'Epstein list' confusion: searchable names, grifters, and gotchas
13:33 Laura Ingraham vs. Massie: blocking tariff votes by redefining 'days'
17:47 SAVE Act procedural trap: voting on a rule vs. voting on the bill
24:26 Susie Lee's SAVE Act warning + the real voter ID/citizenship debate
32:45 Why election trust matters (even for libertarians)
33:38 Next up: Ilhan Omar fires back over Epstein accusations
34:07 Somalia's "Execute Pedophiles" Claim vs. Child Marriage Reality Check
36:32 LA's Street Repaving Freeze: Measure HLA, Bike Lanes, and Legal Traps
39:44 Slurry Seal Loopholes & the 'Redefining Words' Problem in Law
43:04 California's 'Jock Tax': How a Super Bowl Bonus Turns Into a Net Loss
48:14 Squatters in a $2.3M Mansion: Bethesda Case and Property Rights Breakdown
54:03 New York's 'Make It Illegal to Leave': Taxing Millionaires and Seizing Businesses
01:01:08 Ring's 'Search Party' Super Bowl Ad: AI Surveillance for Lost Dogs (and Cops)
01:07:25 Backlash & Wrap-Up: Ring Drops Flock Safety, Poll Winner, and Final Plugs   🚨Prolon is offering listeners 15% off sitewide plus a $40 bonus gift when you subscribe to their 5-Day Program!  Just visit https://ProlonLife.com/GML   🔗[ALL LINKS]:  https://gml.bio.link   📼 [YouTube] :https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv   🗽[Fed Haters Club]: https://www.goodmorningliberty.us/fedhatersclub   ⏳[Martens Minute]: https://martensminute.podbean.com/

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In this episode of Finding Freedom, host John Odermatt sits down with Jeremy Stalnecker, former US Marine Corps infantry officer, combat veteran, and executive director of Mighty Oaks Foundation. Jeremy shares his journey from leading Marines during the 2003 invasion of Iraq to struggling with identity loss after leaving the military, and ultimately finding purpose through faith-based veteran support work. The conversation explores how military service creates a deeply ingrained identity that can leave veterans lost when they transition to civilian life, often leading to anger, isolation, and even suicidal thoughts. Jeremy explains how Mighty Oaks Foundation addresses the root cause—identity crisis—rather than just treating symptoms, helping over 7,000 veterans, first responders, and their spouses rebuild their lives on a foundation of faith and purpose. The discussion covers leadership principles from Jeremy's book "Leadership by Design," emphasizing that true leadership is about serving others and helping them reach their potential, not about rank or authority. Jeremy advocates for a holistic approach to veteran care that combines clinical therapies with spiritual foundation, arguing that without clarity on identity and purpose, other interventions fall short. The episode concludes with information on how Mighty Oaks provides free five-day programs and ongoing aftercare to help those struggling with post-traumatic stress and transition challenges. CHAPTERS: 0:00 - Introduction: Real Leadership in Crisis 0:47 - Welcome & Episode Preview 1:07 - Sponsor: Fox and Sons Coffee 2:03 - Introducing Jeremy Stalnecker 2:20 - Jeremy's Path to the Marine Corps 3:04 - Commissioning & First Battalion Fifth Marines 5:31 - 9/11 and Deployment to Iraq 5:52 - Battle of Baghdad Experience 6:17 - Transition Struggles After Leaving the Marines 6:47 - Identity Crisis and Anger Issues 9:25 - Finding Help Through Community 11:12 - Universal Struggle with Identity Loss 12:00 - Mighty Oaks Foundation's Approach 12:07 - Identity, Purpose, and Hope Connection 13:30 - Suicide Prevention and Root Causes 14:38 - Military vs. Civilian Identity 17:18 - Faith-Based Identity vs. Job-Based Identity 20:32 - Offensive Faith and Leadership by Design 22:12 - Redefining Leadership 24:03 - Leadership Definition: Serving Others 27:55 - Creating Environments for Growth 31:31 - The Challenge of Comfort Culture 34:29 - Opportunity for Young People 36:18 - When to Let People Go vs. Perseverance 37:24 - Mighty Oaks Five-Day Program Overview 40:00 - Stories of Transformation 45:11 - The Foundation of Faith 46:10 - Funding and Government Support 50:24 - How to Support Mighty Oaks Foundation 51:57 - Final Thoughts & Closing LINKS: Jeremy Stalnecker & Mighty Oaks Foundation: https://mightyoaksprograms.org March or Die Podcast: https://www.jeremystalnecker.com/ John Odermatt on Twitter: https://x.com/JohnOdermatt John Odermatt on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnodermatt/ Email: John@LionsofLiberty.com Newsletter: https://john-odermatt-finding-freedom.kit.com/105b53c794 SPONSOR: This episode is brought to you by Fox and Sons Coffee – fresh, high-quality coffee shipped directly to your door, available as whole bean or ground to your preference. Get 15% off orders of $40 or more with promo code JOHN at checkout. Visit: FoxNSons.com SUPPORT LIONS OF LIBERTY: Help keep this podcast going! We rely on listener support to continue bringing you content on health, freedom, and personal empowerment. Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lionsofliberty Support us on Locals: https://lionsofliberty.locals.com/ Subscribe, rate, and review wherever you listen – it makes a huge difference! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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OG Fed Haters Roch Kosco and Amanda Griffiths came together while I (Nate) was away on Vacation to record their very own Dumb Bleep of the Week! I was late releasing this episode so a few of the items may be outdated, but it's great nonetheless!    https://x.com/RichKosco48 https://x.com/AjaxtheGriff   🔗[ALL LINKS]:  https://gml.bio.link   📼 [YouTube] :https://bit.ly/3UwsRiv   🗽[Fed Haters Club]: https://www.goodmorningliberty.us/fedhatersclub   ⏳[Martens Minute]: https://martensminute.podbean.com/    

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