On this episode of the podcast, Amanda Head talks with California Post senior reporter Jeremy Louwerse for a revealing conversation on the stories shaping Los Angeles and beyond. Drawing from his on-the-ground reporting, Louwerse details the increasingly organized nature of recent protests, including a violent rally in Los Angeles that led to dozens of arrests and raised serious questions about coordination and intent.

The conversation then turns to a major corruption case involving the Los Angeles school system, where an IT staffer allegedly facilitated millions in kickbacks tied to a Texas-based technology contract worth tens of millions. Louwerse breaks down how the scheme unfolded and what it says about oversight failures inside public institutions.

He also discusses the role of LA County District Attorney Nathan Hochman, highlighting efforts to crack down on crime and restore accountability in the region. Amanda and Jeremy also preview the high-stakes Los Angeles mayoral race, where Spencer Pratt has entered the contest against incumbent Karen Bass, setting the stage for a closely watched and unconventional political showdown.

You can follow Jeremy Louwerse on X (formerly Twitter) by searching for his handle: @NewsHoundJeremy.

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On this episode of the podcast, Amanda Head asks a veteran FBI agent, “What the heck happened to the Bureau?” 

During this eye-opening conversation, Amanda Head talks with former FBI Special Agent Thomas Baker, who spent 33 years inside the Bureau and is the author of The Fall of the FBI. Baker pulls back the curtain on what he describes as a dramatic cultural and operational shift that transformed the agency from a premier law enforcement institution into something far more politicized. He points to sweeping changes implemented by then-Director Robert Mueller after 9/11, arguing they redirected the FBI’s core mission away from traditional crime-fighting and toward an intelligence-driven model. 

Baker also weighs in on the controversial Trump-era investigations, the leadership of James Comey and Andrew McCabe, and why he believes those years further eroded public trust. While he gives credit to former Director Christopher Wray for attempting to steer the Bureau back toward its law enforcement roots, Baker makes it clear: meaningful reform is still needed.

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On this episode of the podcast, Nagruk Harcharek, President of the Voice of the Arctic Iñupiat talks with Amanda Head to break down the real-world consequences of energy decisions made in Washington, D.C. and how they ripple all the way to Alaska’s North Slope.

Harcharek explains how restrictive policies under the Biden Administration — ranging from canceled leases to drilling limitations — put critical infrastructure, jobs, and economic stability at risk for Indigenous communities that depend heavily on oil and gas development.

But the story doesn’t end there. After mounting legal challenges and sustained pressure, a major oil and gas lease sale in Alaska generated a staggering $160 million in bids, offering a renewed sense of hope, self-determination, and long-term sustainability for the region.

You can learn more about Harcharek and VOICE by visiting their website: https://voiceofthearcticinupiat.org/

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On this episode of the podcast, Amanda Head talks with George Pond, founder of the 7:14 Initiative, to unpack a growing national movement centered on prayer, repentance, and spiritual renewal in America.

Inspired by the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade and rooted in 2 Chronicles 7:14, Pond explains how the initiative launched in 2022 with a mission to mobilize daily prayer across all 50 states and even internationally, with participation spanning multiple time zones, including Pakistan.

The conversation comes as momentum builds around calls for President Trump to issue a formal proclamation of national repentance, echoing Abraham Lincoln’s 1863 declaration during one of the most divided periods in American history.

With March 30, 2026 (aligned with the Hebrew calendar’s 12th of Nisan) approaching as a key moment for coordinated prayer, Pond outlines what this movement hopes to achieve and why its supporters believe America is at a critical crossroads.

You can learn more about Pond’s 7:14 Initiative by clicking here: https://the714initiative.com/

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On this episode of the podcast, Amanda Head talks with longtime Capitol Hill reporter Juliegrace Brufke to break down her new media venture, "Sources Say," an outlet built on what Washington is really talking about behind closed doors.

From verified gossip and congressional feuds to the personalities shaping power, Brufke explains why the 'group chat version of politics' may be the most honest lens into how D.C. actually works. She shares the strategy behind balancing access with accountability, the stories already shaking Capitol Hill, and how Sources Say is pulling back the curtain on the chaos, rivalries, and human drama driving national decisions.

If you’ve ever wondered what’s really happening beyond the headlines — this is where it starts.

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You can also read more, subscribe, watch and listen to Juliegrace Brufke by visiting her official Sources Say website: www.SourcesSay.News.

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On this episode of the podcast, Amanda Head talks with Florida Congressman Randy Fine and Texas Congressman Keith Self to break down the explosive debate surrounding the SAVE AMERICA Act — a voter security bill backed by 71% of Americans, yet fiercely opposed by Democrats and some Republicans in Washington.

They dig into why Democrats are labeling the legislation “Jim Crow 2.0,” what’s really at stake for election integrity, and whether Senate Republicans have the backbone to get it across the finish line. The conversation expands into broader concerns shaping the national debate: the rise of the Sharia Free America Caucus, ongoing battles over immigration policy and assimilation, and growing frustration over stalled reforms — from DHS funding to federal programs accused of partisan bias.

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On this episode of the podcast, Senior Research Fellow for Naval Warfare and Advanced Technology in the Allison Center for National Security and retired Navy Captain Brent Sadler joins Amanda Head to unpack the growing pressure on Iran's 47-year-old regime and what it could mean for the future of the Middle East.

Sadler explains how Iran’s long record of sponsoring terrorism, targeting the United States and its allies, and pursuing nuclear weapons has pushed tensions to a critical moment. He also details how coordinated U.S. and Israeli actions have dramatically reduced Iranian missile launches and weakened the regime’s ability to project power across the region.

The conversation explores what success would actually look like: a new Iranian government that no longer threatens its neighbors, destabilizes the region, or targets American interests. Sadler also weighs in on the international dynamics at play, including support from allies like France and Japan and the possibility that China and Russia could attempt to prop up Tehran.

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On this episode of the podcast, Amanda Head talks with Dillon Hosier, CEO of ICANN Action, to discuss several of the biggest political controversies making headlines.

The conversation begins with Zohran Mamdani’s mayoral campaign in New York and the broader political climate surrounding it, including criticism of controversial social media activity connected to his campaign and what Hosier describes as the growing normalization of extreme rhetoric in parts of American politics.

Head and Hosier also discuss the rise of anti-Semitic rhetoric and violence in New York, the role of media personalities and political influencers in shaping the debate, and concerns about foreign influence in U.S. political commentary.

The episode wraps with a look at California politics, including the debate over voter ID and how potential candidates like Steve Hilton and Chad Bianco could impact the state’s political future.

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On this episode of the podcast, college sports are in the middle of a massive transformation, and Auburn basketball legend and national analyst Coach Bruce Pearl joins Amanda Head to explain why the current system may be unsustainable.

Pearl breaks down how Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals and the transfer portal have rapidly changed the landscape of college athletics. What began as an effort to fairly compensate student-athletes has evolved into a chaotic marketplace, with court rulings stripping the NCAA of much of its enforcement power and leaving schools operating in what many describe as the “Wild West” of college sports.

The conversation also touches on the escalating tensions involving Iran and Israel, where the retired Auburn University Head Men’s Basketball Coach shares his perspective as a longtime advocate for Israel and discusses the broader geopolitical stakes facing the region.

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On this episode of the podcast, Amanda Head talks with Alireza Jafarzadeh, Deputy Director of the National Council of Resistance of Iran, to discuss why the Iranian regime may be closer to collapse than many realize.

Jafarzadeh explains the decades-long struggle for freedom inside Iran, including the sacrifices made by opposition movements and the thousands who have died resisting the regime. He outlines how today’s protests, resistance units on the ground, and mounting international pressure could create a historic turning point.

The conversation also explores what a post-regime Iran could look like, from free elections and a democratic constitution to economic revival and renewed global engagement. Plus, they examine the role of U.S. policy, the debate over foreign involvement, and why many Iranians say they do not want foreign troops, only support for their fight against the regime.

If the clerical government in Tehran falls, the implications could reshape not only Iran but the entire Middle East.

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