I talk with Military Religious Freedom Foundation founder and CEO Mikey Weinstein. He talks about the prevalence of Christian Nationalism at the Air Force Academy, the impact of Christian Nationalism on the military, and the rise of Christian Nationalism in recent years.

Learn more about militaryreligiousfreedom.org

Colonel Alex Simmons, a retired U.S. Army Special Operations Officer, shares insights on Iran, Hezbollah, China's influence, and the post-9/11 foreign policy shift. He provides historical context and strategic analysis, shedding light on complex geopolitical dynamics and the impact of long-term strategic planning.

Follow him on threads @alexvsims

I chat with U.S. Army Major Kara Corcoran and her experience of transitioning in the military and the support and acceptance she received during and after her transition. We also talk about diversity and inclusion in the military, the challenges faced by transgender service members, and strategic training and global dynamics.

Follow her @queenofmanuever @sparta.pride

Chris La Tray and I talk about the history and restoration of the Little Shell tribe, the advocacy for landless indigenous people, and authoring three books.

Find him at

https://chrislatray.substack.com/

Dr. Len Necefer and I cover a range of topics including Alaska Native corporations, national security concerns, the impact of energy prices on Alaskan villages, AI, war, and energy, ethical AI use and public advocacy, and renewable energy and nuclear energy.

Check him out on socials at @lennecefer

I chat with Paul Haygood, a progressive Christian who seeks to build an interfaith community in Tyler, Texas. We discuss his research on membership and belonging in the Christian church in East Texas, which forms the western edge of the American South.

I talk with legal forensic analyst Laura O'Dea about concerns with democratic institutions, the impact of military service on perspective, progressivism in the military, socialism in the military, and the struggles of military spouses are also discussed.

Follow her here: https://instagram.com/_lauraodea.ma

I chat with Jenny McGrath about purity culture and its impact on the human body, somatic experiencing, and mental health therapy.

I talk with Annie Logue about leadership roles in Junior League and League of Women Voters. We also explore the impact of economic trauma, racial integration, urban education, and the perspective of the working class in academia.

Learn more about her here: https://thewhateveryears.substack.com/

I chat with Dr. Shelagh Larson, WHNP, about women's healthcare, menopause, and access and support for refugee women.