We break down a major organized banking scheme and its legal ramifications, looking into DOJ's focus on individuals over corporations.

We explore political tensions between Kamala Harris and Ron DeSantis, plus Ron’s impressive hurricane response.

Big news - a $3 billion money laundering settlement from TD Ameritrade!

We also hit hot topics like street racing issues, the impact of U.S. fiscal policies, controversial political ads, and insightful reflections on SNL’s legacy.

Common Sense Moments

00:00 SNL pop culture influence spans generations, especially Norm.

06:14 TD Ameritrade settles money laundering for $3B.

12:54 Tense dialogue involving Kamala, DeSantis, plus statistics.

17:48 Ron ignored call; unwarranted criticism followed.

23:02 Supervisor opposes enforcing voter ID requirements.

30:27 Government handouts benefit administrators, not recipients.

33:08 Subsidies favor certain businesses, taxpayers burdened.

38:20 Criticism of disproportionate violence in Gaza conflict.

44:58 Police raid foils drag race event in Columbus.

51:30 Melania and Trump debanked for political beliefs.

55:00 Media misrepresented Kamala Harris's 60 Minutes interview.

57:51 Everyday heroes make our country great.

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Stephen Palmer is the Managing Partner for the law firm, Palmer Legal Defense. He has specialized almost exclusively in criminal defense for over 26 years. Steve is also a partner in Criminal Defense Consultants, a firm focused wholly on helping criminal defense attorneys design winning strategies for their clients.

Norm Murdock is an automobile racing driver and owner of a high-performance and restoration car parts company. He earned undergraduate degrees in literature and journalism and graduated with a Juris Doctor from the University of Cincinnati College of Law in 1985. He worked in the IT industry for two years before launching a career in government relations in Columbus, Ohio. Norm has assisted clients in the Transportation, Education, Healthcare, and Public Infrastructure sectors.

Brett Johnson, My Podcast Guy®, is an award-winning podcast consultant and small business owner for nearly 10 years, leaving a long career in radio. He is passionate about helping small businesses tell their story through podcasts, and he believes podcasting is a great opportunity for different voices to speak and be heard.