Charlie Kirk. The Economy. American Strength. In the final episode of 2025, Mike breaks down three stories shaping the year ahead. We start with the assassination of Charlie Kirk — how it energized young conservatives while exposing real problems inside the movement. Then we look at the economy: stronger than the headlines claim, but still at risk if policy mistakes continue. Finally, we zoom out to the world stage, where renewed American strength is reshaping global realities heading into 2026.

In this episode, Mike reflects on the hope introduced through the birth of Jesus and how that same hope strengthens us in the world we’re living in today. He talks about loving people well, setting healthy and life-giving boundaries, and using emotional and mental health in constructive ways that build relationships instead of breaking them. A Christmas message centered on grace, renewed perspective, and the enduring power of real hope.

In this episode, Mike examines why public trust in the media has collapsed to historic lows and how narrative-driven coverage shapes political outcomes and division, then turns to how the climate “crisis” lost priority when affordability, energy reliability, and economic reality forced a reckoning with exaggerated claims and costly non-market solutions, before closing with why Republicans again face the healthcare dilemma ahead of the midterms as past failures, voter anxiety, and the absence of a clear alternative resurface.

In this episode, Mike breaks down how a wave of young political influencers with questionable experience are pressuring Republicans into reactionary decision-making, then turns to the growing national debate over presidential authority and the future of the federal bureaucracy, and closes with a clear explanation of the COVID-era ACA subsidy expansions, why they were temporary, and what their expiration at the end of 2025 really means.

In this episode, Mike breaks down the GOP’s path forward by centering on affordability and real-world priorities that actually matter to families, then turns to the developing situation involving the National Guard attack in Washington, D.C., and closes with a clear look at why Indiana is beginning its legislative session on December 1, what that early start means, and how redistricting will unfold.

In this annual Thanksgiving tradition episode, we step away from politics and focus on what this season truly demands of us—an honest look at gratitude in real life, the discipline it takes to be thankful when life feels uncertain, the strength gratitude gives us when circumstances aren’t perfect, the need to slow down and recognize blessings we’ve rushed past, the challenge of navigating a holiday that can be both joyful and heavy, and the way faith anchors all of it as we reflect on where God has shown up this year and how gratitude opens the door to renewed hope.

After not being nominated to fill a utility commissioner role, Mike uses this episode to share the affordability plan he had hoped to bring to the governor—one built on real experience and a clear path forward. He explains why energy prices are rising in Indiana and beyond, and lays out how to rebalance costs through commission decisions, regulatory reform, smarter infrastructure, and a true all-of-the-above strategy.

In this episode, Mike breaks down the off-year election results and why they’re no predictor for the midterms — though a reminder for Republicans to refocus on affordability, not indictments. He then explains the truth behind the paused SNAP benefits and why a clean funding fix is needed. Finally, he covers the Louisville MD-11 crash and the urgent case for stronger FAA oversight and safety funding.