Can forgiveness bridge America's political divide? Host Radell Lewis sits down with Matt Melvin, author of Bully Behind Bars, a gay Christian Trump supporter who survived prison and bullying to share a message of acceptancewhile also calling Democrats "Nazis."

This raw, unfiltered conversation explores political tribalism, MAGA loyalty, Clinton conspiracy theories, and whether true bipartisan dialogue is possible when both sides struggle to hold their own accountable. Radell challenges Matt's claims about Trump, evidence-based reasoning, and the contradictions between preaching forgiveness while demonizing political opponents.

Topics covered: Trump supporter interview, gay conservatives, Christian MAGA, political unity, Democrats vs Republicans, Clinton conspiracies, political accountability, cult mentality in politics, 2025 political discourse

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Host Radell Lewis sits down with Dakarai Larriett, U.S. Senate candidate from Alabama, for an in-depth conversation about police reform, racial discrimination, and his proposed Motorist Bill of Rights.

After experiencing a false arrest in Michigan in 2024where officers allegedly attempted to plant drugs in his vehicle and subjected him to humiliating sobriety testsLarriett was inspired to run for office and fight for systemic change. When all three branches of government failed him, he decided to become the change himself.

In this episode, we discuss:

This isn't about demonizing policeit's about accountability, transparency, and protecting all Americans on the roads.

Guest: Dakarai Larriett | www.dakarailarriett.com

Keywords: Police reform, Motorist Bill of Rights, Alabama Senate race 2026, criminal justice reform, body cam transparency, false arrest, community policing, prison reform, school to prison pipeline, police accountability, midterms 2026, Back the Blue, racial discrimination, sobriety tests

On this week's Purple Political Breakdown, host Radell Lewis delivers the complete Afghanistan withdrawal timeline from Obama to Trump to Bidenbreaking down the Doha Agreement, Taliban negotiations, and who's really responsible for the collapse. Plus: Operation Absolute Resolve and the Maduro capture in Venezuela, the controversial Minneapolis ICE shooting of U.S. citizen Renee Nicole Good, massive Iran protests, Tim Walz's Minnesota funding freeze, new Epstein files revelations (including shocking MTG claims about Trump), Wyoming's historic abortion ruling, and why RFK Jr.'s new dietary guidelines look exactly like the South Park food pyramid. Political solutions without political bias.

Keywords: Afghanistan withdrawal timeline, Trump Doha Agreement, Biden Afghanistan, Taliban takeover, Venezuela Maduro capture, Operation Absolute Resolve, ICE shooting Minneapolis, Renee Nicole Good, mass deportation, immigration enforcement, Iran protests 2026, Tim Walz Minnesota, Epstein files release, Marjorie Taylor Greene Trump, Wyoming abortion ruling, RFK Jr food pyramid, dietary guidelines 2025, Syria ISIS strikes, CPB shutdown, PBS funding cut, manufacturing jobs, U.S. economy news, nonpartisan political podcast, purple politics

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How did America become so politically divided? In this episode of Purple Political Breakdown, host Radell Lewis sits down with journalist and author Alison Sher to examine the forces driving political polarization in post-pandemic America.

Alison Sher is a journalist, author, and cultural commentator whose work explores the fault lines of modern societyfrom generational identity to ideological polarization. She has written hundreds of stories for regional alt-weeklies and niche publications, blending investigative reporting with philosophical insight. Her latest book, The Social Contagion: Viral Ideologies & the Culture War for America's Future, is a deeply researched exploration of media narratives, public health policy, and political transformation in post-pandemic America.

Together, Radell and Alison discuss how social media algorithms create echo chambers, the role of misinformation in radicalization, why centrism feels politically homeless, and whether Americans can bridge the divide after the Trump era. From the culture war to the information war, this conversation explores what it takes to preserve our shared humanity across political lines.

Purple Political Breakdown delivers political solutions without political biashelping everyday Americans navigate today's divided landscape.

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Host Radell Lewis breaks down the biggest political stories of the new year with his signature "political solutions without political bias" approach.

This week: The Trump administration launches unauthorized airstrikes on Venezuela, capturing President Nicols Maduro in what critics call a violation of international law and congressional war powers. Is the "no new wars" promise officially dead?

Plus, Radell debunks Nick Shirley's viral Minnesota daycare fraud video that racked up 135 million viewsand reveals what state investigators actually found. The truth about Somali childcare centers may surprise you.

And the Epstein files bombshell nobody's talking about: the Lake Michigan connection, a 14-year-old girl, and Mar-a-Lago. What do the newly released DOJ documents reveal?

Also covered: Nigeria airstrikes, Iran threats, Israel-Gaza ceasefire violations, Congress's record-low legislative output, and good news the media won't tell you.

Keywords: Venezuela invasion, Trump airstrikes, Maduro captured, Minnesota daycare fraud, Nick Shirley exposed, Epstein files 2026, Lake Michigan Epstein, Trump MAGA news, political podcast, nonpartisan analysis

Is public education failing your children? In this episode of Purple Political Breakdown, host Radell Lewis sits down with Chris Linder, Education Technology consultant with over 30 years' experience in media, technology, and education. Chris is the founder of REMIX Academics and author of Homeschool Remix, which shows diverse families how to use the hybrid homeschooling model to combine the structure and socialization of the traditional classroom with the freedom and flexibility of homeschooling.

Together they explore why critical thinking isn't taught in schools, how the education system was designed over 125 years ago for a different workforce, and practical strategies parents can use todayincluding AI toolsto fill educational gaps. Chris shares his mission to help families give their kids an unfair advantage through a well-rounded education and answers the question: "What if we could make education go viral?"

Whether you're concerned about the Department of Education's future under Linda McMahon or simply want better outcomes for your kids, this conversation offers actionable solutions for parents in marginalized communities.

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Keywords: hybrid homeschooling, education reform, critical thinking, Black family education, public school alternatives, Homeschool Remix, Department of Education, Linda McMahon, parenting, AI education tools, free homeschool resources, diverse families, REMIX Academics

Purple Political Breakdown with host Radell Lewis delivers another hard-hitting episode tackling the week's most critical political developments with facts over partisan spin.

In This Episode:

DEEP DIVE: The Welfare Myth Exposed Did welfare really destroy the Black family? Radell breaks down the real history of welfare in America, examining the Social Security Act of 1935, the "man in the house" rule, and why academic research shows welfare explains less than 20% of family structure changes. From deindustrialization to mass incarceration to the crack epidemicdiscover the overlooked factors that actually shaped American families.

Supreme Court Watch The conservative majority appears ready to overturn the 90-year-old Humphrey's Executor precedent, potentially giving Trump unprecedented power to fire independent agency heads. Plus: JD Vance's case seeking to eliminate campaign spending limits.

Healthcare Crisis Senate rejects ACA subsidy extensions. What does this mean for 20+ million Americans facing potential 114% premium increases in 2026?

Immigration Crackdown From Afghan community targeting to social media history requirements for tourists, the administration's expanding enforcement actions examined.

AI Regulation Blocked Trump's executive order to override state-level AI laws and what it means for consumer protection.

Topics Covered: Supreme Court 2025, Trump administration, MAGA policies, healthcare costs, ACA subsidies, welfare reform, Black family history, immigration policy, mass deportation, tariffs, farmer bailouts, AI regulation, unitary executive theory, campaign finance, National Guard deployment, Epstein files

Keywords: Purple Political Breakdown, Radell Lewis, nonpartisan political podcast, welfare history, Black family structure, ACA healthcare subsidies 2025, Supreme Court decisions, Trump executive power, immigration enforcement, political analysis, balanced political news

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