Why does the passing of the Pope REALLY matter? 
Why does the leader of the Catholic Church matter?

We take a closer look at the significance of the Catholic Church in America (and beyond), what made Pope Francis unique, and what to watch for next in the secretive process of selecting a new leader of the Catholic Church.

Show Notes:

What happens after Pope Francis’ death

Young people are converting to Catholicism en masse — driven by pandemic, internet, ‘lax’ alternatives

Popes through the ages: Some facts you might not know

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On Monday, a magnitude 5.2 earthquake shook Southern California.

Surveillance video captured reaction from around the state - but one video in particular went viral: Elephants forming an “alert circle.”

Mindy Albright, curator of mammals at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, joins us to shares her unique insights into this unique behavior by the family of elephants at the park and the lessons for US during uncertain times.

Plus - how you can have a sleepover at the park! 

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Author, commentator and analyst, Gordon Chang on what every American should know about the current state of China, and what he calls “a contest for the 21st century.”

We discuss:

• President Xi’s personal and political vulnerabilities
• How China may lose or prevail in this trade strand-off
• What Gordon thinks President Trump can achieve (and what he can’t)
• What China continues to steal
• And a BIG what to watch for next - including Chinese spies

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The second of two interviews with different perspectives on the same hot topic: education in America.

Should we keep or quash the Department of Education?

Today we speak with Erika Donalds, Chair of the America First Policy Institute’s Center for Education Opportunity Erika believes free market principles and competition will create better outcomes in education over what she describes as the federal overreach currently from the Dept. of Education. 

Our previous guest, former Sec. of Education under the Obama Administration, Arne Duncan, presents a different point-of-view; he believes federal oversight will assure accountability and best outcomes for parents and students.

You can listen or watch to our conversation with Arne Duncan HERE.

You can follow Erika  @ErikaDonalds across social media platforms.

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The first of two interviews with different perspectives on the same hot topic: education in America.

Should we keep or quash the Department of Education?

First up: Former Sec. of Education under the Obama Administration, Arne Duncan.

Mr. Duncan currently serves as Managing Partner at the Emerson Collective.

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What’s really inside the SAVE Act? We’re also covering Monday's historic Blue Origin launch, the latest on tariffs and what's next in the legal battles over deportations.

The news of the week with less drama. This is your SCOOP on what to know, what to consider and what to watch for next.

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What to know about drama over "Dire Wolf" puppies ...

Why did we put fluoride in our water to begin with ... ?

And Warren Buffett's sage advice when things get a little cray-crazy.

It's your weekly dose of news without the drama: stories that include anything BUT politics.

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Champagne, chocolate and coffee - three grocery items that Phil Lempert, the SupermarketGuru says, may be impacted by new tariffs. He tells us what to watch, how domino-effect of tariffs on prices, and how to shop SmartHER!

Rundown:

00:00 Introduction to the Supermarket Guru
02:01 Understanding Grocery Store Operations
05:02 Impact of Tariffs on Food Prices
09:03 Supply Chain Dynamics and Consumer Behavior
12:13 The Role of Major Grocery Chains
15:05 Food Safety and Regulatory Challenges
19:57 Advice for Smart Grocery Shopping

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00:00: The Journey of NASA'S Johnny Kim: From Navy SEAL to Astronaut

02:30: Understanding tariffs and their impact; New bipartisan legislation could curb the Executive Branch power.

05:00: Fluoride in Drinking Water: A Controversial Debate. HHS Secretary Kennedy and Speaker Johnson (R) both weigh-in.

07:31 Supreme Court Rulings on Immigration and Border Security

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From a second grade to navigating a potential trade war, friends and founders Jen Saarbach and Kristen Kelly, have a long history together, including navigating careers at our nation's biggest banks. They have now channeled their *insider* insight to valauble *outside* perspective, building a leading resource navigating the world of finance, from business concepts to careers: The Wall Street Skinny In our conversation, they highlight some of the reasons why the markets have reacted with such volatility to the news on tariffs, and what to watch for next.

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