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  • Why the Fed Raised Interest Rates: Allen Mendenhall Explains

    Why the Fed Raised Interest Rates: Allen Mendenhall Explains
    2026/09/18
    On this episode of The Moon Griffon Podcast, Moon welcomes Allen Mendenhall of The Heritage Foundation to discuss the Federal Reserve's latest interest rate increase and the economic challenges facing America. Mendenhall explains the factors driving inflation, including energy market disruptions, government spending, growing national debt and Federal Reserve policy. He also breaks down how interest rates are determined, the role of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC), and why borrowing costs continue to be a major concern for consumers and businesses.
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    10 分
  • The $40 Trillion Question: Maya MacGuineas on America's Fiscal Future

    The $40 Trillion Question: Maya MacGuineas on America's Fiscal Future
    2026/09/17
    On this episode of The Moon Griffon Podcast, Moon sits down with Maya MacGuineas, President of the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget, to discuss one of the biggest challenges facing America: the nation's growing debt and deficit crisis. With the federal debt now exceeding $40 trillion, MacGuineas explains why lawmakers from both parties have failed to address the problem and what must be done to put the country on a more sustainable fiscal path.
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    18 分
  • Gov. Jeff Landry on Louisiana Insurance Reform, Lower Rates & New Competition in the Market

    Gov. Jeff Landry on Louisiana Insurance Reform, Lower Rates & New Competition in the Market
    2026/09/16
    On this episode of The Moon Griffon Podcast, Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry joins Moon to discuss a major insurance announcement that could impact businesses, homeowners and taxpayers across the state. Landry explains how recent insurance and legal reforms are attracting new insurers to Louisiana, increasing competition and helping drive down insurance costs. He highlights a significant development involving Property Insurance Company of America (PICA), which has offered to assume all commercial policies currently insured through Louisiana Citizens, the state's insurer of last resort.
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    18 分
  • The Stakes of the Midterms: A Conversation with Speaker Mike Johnson

    The Stakes of the Midterms: A Conversation with Speaker Mike Johnson
    2026/09/15
    On this episode of The Moon Griffon Podcast, Moon welcomes Speaker of the House Mike Johnson for a discussion on the upcoming midterm elections, the national economy, border security, inflation, government spending, and the future direction of Congress. Speaker Johnson reflects on the recent Republican convention and explains why he believes voter turnout will ultimately determine whether Republicans maintain control of the U.S. House of Representatives.
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    9 分
  • Scott McKay: 25 Years After 9/11, Did America Win the War on Terror?

    Scott McKay: 25 Years After 9/11, Did America Win the War on Terror?
    2026/09/14
    On this episode of The Moon Griffon Podcast, Moon is joined by political commentator and columnist Scott McKay for a wide-ranging discussion marking the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks. McKay shares his perspective on the legacy of 9/11, America's response to terrorism, the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, national security, foreign policy, and the long-term consequences of decisions made in the years following the attacks.
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    20 分
  • Moss Bluff at a Crossroads: Rep. Brett Geymann Explains the Fight

    Moss Bluff at a Crossroads: Rep. Brett Geymann Explains the Fight
    2026/09/10
    On this episode of The Moon Griffon Podcast, Moon talks with State Representative Brett Geymann, chairman of the House Natural Resources Committee, about the growing controversy surrounding proposed solar farms and data center developments in the Moss Bluff area of Southwest Louisiana.
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    21 分
  • Jason Isaac Talks Energy Jobs, Trade Schools and Economic Opportunity

    Jason Isaac Talks Energy Jobs, Trade Schools and Economic Opportunity
    2026/09/09
    On this episode of The Moon Griffon Podcast, Moon welcomes Jason Isaac, CEO of the American Energy Institute, for a conversation about America's growing energy workforce shortage and the increasing demand for skilled trade workers.
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    20 分
  • Louisiana’s Debit Card Fee Law, Government Debt, and Out-of-Control Spending

    Louisiana’s Debit Card Fee Law, Government Debt, and Out-of-Control Spending
    2026/09/08
    Moon Griffon takes listener calls on Louisiana's new restrictions on debit card transaction fees and discusses concerns about businesses and government agencies continuing to charge added costs. Later, banker Rusty Cloutier joins the show for a candid conversation about America's growing national debt, deficit spending, inflation, and why federal, state, and local governments need greater fiscal discipline before financial challenges become even more severe.
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    22 分