Trump made a series of false claims about elections in a Monday social media post in which he pledged to “lead a movement to get rid of MAIL-IN BALLOTS” and voting machines – including an inaccurate assertion that states have to run elections in the manner the president tells them to. The Constitution does not give the President any control over federal elections. So, Ed encourages voters to not be distracted by Trump's latest distraction.

What do the US/Ukraine/Russia and a ménage à trois have in common? Ed explains.

Ed warns us not to be fooled by appearances, as he lays out the reality of the summit between Putin and Trump.

The Kobayashi Maru is a training exercise from Star Trek, designed as a no-win scenario for Starfleet Academy cadets. Ultimately, it's a test of character and decision-making under pressure, rather than a test of combat prowess. James T. Kirk famously cheated by reprogramming the simulation to give him a chance of success. Ed makes the comparison of one of Star Trek's most enduring references, to the Texas State legislature's move to redistrict 5 house races.

"Back in the day," Ed and Hollywood were partners on a bi-Coastal radio show. Though they kept in touch over the years, as with many relationships, those check-ins became less and less frequent as each followed his own path on opposite ends of the country. Ed recently found out Harrison passed away a couple years ago, and in keeping with the promise they made to each other, he played Hollywood's song of choice in this special segment in memory of his radio friend.

Ed opines that the Democratic Party is a disaster at messaging to drive votes

Ed comments on the Trump Administration's complete about-face on the Epstein conspiracy.

The most ever-present reality of living in the United States are the daily acts of right-wing terrorism committed against innocent civilians. According to the FBI, 100% of extremist acts in 2022 were committed by right-wing operatives. In any given year, the figure fluctuates between 95% and 100%.

From Kennedy’s ongoing makeover of the CDC’s Advisory Committee, to removal of the recommendation that healthy pregnant women and children receive the Covid vaccine, the impacts could affect public health negatively for generations to come.

Oscar Wilde's FULL quote is "Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery that mediocrity can pay to greatness." That last part matters...