Jerremy and Dave explore government control over personal freedoms, ongoing protests in LA, and the complexities of immigration. They tackle Supreme Court rulings, the mobilization of Marines during protests, and a heated debate on drug legalization. From human trafficking concerns to therapeutic drug use, this episode uncovers tensions between law, freedom, and societal well-being.

Timestamps:

• 00:00 Introduction: Protests and Politics
• 05:51 The Debate on Weed Legalization
• 07:45 Public Intoxication and Libertarian Views
• 08:22 Weaponized Weed and Its Dangers
• 10:13 The Gateway Drug Debate
• 11:25 Therapeutic Use vs. Abuse of Drugs
• 13:38 Supreme Court Rulings and Vaping Regulations

📢 Solving America’s Problems Podcast – Real Solutions For Real Issues

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Jerremy and Dave question the bombing of Iran and America’s focus on foreign conflicts over domestic issues like homelessness. They discuss political violence, including an assassination attempt on Minnesota state reps, and debate the federal response to protests in LA. The episode highlights frustration with national priorities and the effectiveness of U.S. interventions, urging a shift toward solving problems at home.

Timestamps:

• 00:00 Introduction and Current Events Overview
• 00:58 Debating the Impact of Bombing Iran
• 10:18 Political Violence and Assassinations
• 13:47 Trump vs. Newsom: National Guard Deployment
• 17:15 Immigration and Protests in LA

📢 Solving America’s Problems Podcast – Real Solutions For Real Issues

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What if real estate pros used their skills to build homes for the homeless? In this episode, Dave Conley and Jerremy Alexander Newsome explore how entrepreneurs could cut through bureaucracy and make a real impact. With insights from David Jacob and Leslie Bobb, they discuss innovative funding models and the power of community action. The conversation ends with a simple, cost-free step you can take today.

Timestamps

• (00:00) Intro: Entrepreneurs as Problem Solvers
• (00:18) Real Estate Solutions: A New Approach to Housing
• (05:49) Final Thoughts: Empathy, Action, and Hope

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America shamed litterbugs into extinction—can we do the same for homelessness? This episode explores how public campaigns and bold leadership, like Singapore’s 60-year transformation, could inspire systemic change. With homelessness costing $80 billion annually, hosts Dave Conley and Jerremy Alexander Newsome push for coordinated resources, community focus, and political will. Discover why fixing homelessness starts with society saying, “This is unacceptable.”

Timestamps

• (00:00) Intro: Public Shaming and Systemic Solutions
• (00:25) The True Cost: $80 Billion and Counting
• (05:01) Identity Shifts: How America Stopped Littering
• (12:57) Singapore’s Success: A Blueprint for Change

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What if dehydration or a vitamin deficiency is mistaken for psychosis? In this eye-opening episode, Leslie Bobb and David Jacob expose how poor nutrition and sleep deprivation trap people in homelessness. They argue that communities can break the cycle with simple, overlooked solutions—like real food, not leftovers. Meanwhile, society’s apathy keeps the crisis alive. Discover why small actions could spark big change.

Timestamps

• (00:00) Intro: The Hidden Health Crisis in Homelessness
• (00:24) Nutrition’s Role: More Than Just Calories
• (03:41) Sleep Deprivation: A Silent Killer on the Streets
• (06:38) The Ripple Effect: How Solving Homelessness Benefits Everyone
• (11:21) Shifting Perceptions: From Apathy to Action
• (18:03) Bureaucracy vs. Community: What’s Holding Us Back?
• (18:40) Libertarian Views: Government, Charity, and Choice
• (19:03) Piece-by-Piece Solutions: Relocation and Beyond

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Homelessness isn’t just a lack of housing—it’s a societal choice. In this episode, hosts Dave Conley and Jerremy Alexander Newsome sit down with choice psychologist David Jacob and nutrition expert Leslie Bobb to explore the human side of the crisis. Through personal stories, they reveal how empathy, nutrition, and clean shelters could slash homelessness by over 50%. But with $80 billion wasted annually, is America choosing to fail? Discover why Finland succeeded—and how we can too.

Timestamps

• (00:00) Introduction: A Global Crisis, an American Choice
• (02:25) Personal Stories: Homelessness Up Close
• (07:37) The Causes: Addiction, Mental Health, and Society’s Role
• (13:26) The $80 Billion Problem: Where the Money Goes (and Fails)
• (20:12) Solutions: Community, Nutrition, and Rethinking Shelters

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Kara Candage, an Army veteran and ER nurse, shares her story of overcoming homelessness while raising her son in a car. Alongside hosts Jerremy Alexander Newsome and Dave Conley, she explores tiny homes as a solution, drawing from Finland’s success. They discuss revitalizing the Midwest with affordable housing and jobs, the role of real estate investors, and Kara’s moving message of resilience and compassion—urging listeners to rethink this crisis.

• (00:00) Learning from Finland: A Model for America?
• (02:03) Redistributing Homelessness: Midwest’s Potential
• (15:06) Real Estate’s Role: Investors as Change Agents
• (16:23) Kara’s Message: Resilience and Compassion
• (18:24) Call to Action: Be the Solution

• 📸 Instagram – Kara Candage

Despite spending $20 billion annually, America’s homelessness crisis persists. Hosts Dave Conley and Jerremy Alexander Newsome explore systemic failures with guest Kara Candage, an army veteran and ER nurse who lived in her car with her child. They critique the VA’s inadequacy, unpack the mental health and addiction crises, and propose bold solutions like tiny homes and structured outpatient care. Kara’s ER insights reveal the urgent need for reform.

• (00:00) Unveiling the Crisis: Why $20 Billion Isn’t Enough
• (06:29) Should Homelessness Be Illegal? A Bold Debate
• (10:50) Therapy’s Role: Inpatient vs. Outpatient
• (11:41) Hidden Struggles: Revealing Homelessness to Instructors
• (13:40) ER Realities: The Cost of Frequent Flyers
• (14:42) Shelters and Addiction: A Broken System
• (15:55) The Hidden Cost: Emergency Room Bills Pile Up

• 📸 Instagram – Kara Candage

Army veteran and ER nurse Kara Candage shares her gripping story of surviving homelessness with her young child while attending nursing school. Living in her car, she overcame daily struggles and systemic barriers to earn her degree. Hosts Dave Conley and Jerremy Alexander Newsome explore the homelessness crisis, revealing resilience and the urgent need for solutions. Discover how one mother’s determination defied the odds—and what it teaches us about America’s safety net.

• (00:00) Introduction: The Homelessness Crisis Unveiled
• (01:28) Kara Candage: A Veteran’s Fight Begins
• (02:58) Daily Struggles: Surviving in a Car
• (06:52) Systemic Barriers: Help Out of Reach
• (12:42) Resilience and Education: Breaking Free
• (13:47) Transitioning Out: A New Chapter

• 📸 Instagram – Kara Candage

Dave and Jerremy wrap their $80 billion prison exposé, uncovering private prison profits and a broken system. They pivot to homelessness, with Dave’s bold claim: it’s not about homes, it’s about affordability and mental health. Inviting listeners to DM stories, they spark a movement for real change. Join them to fix America’s toughest problems, one conversation at a time.

Timestamps:

• (00:00) Movement Begins: Dave and Jerremy rally listeners for change.
• (00:24) Prison Profits: Private prisons exploit inmates for cheap labor.
• (01:20) Money Mystery: Where does $80 billion really go?
• (01:25) Victim Voices: Dave wants to hear from crime victims next.
• (04:31) $40 Billion Solution: Alex’s plan could transform justice.
• (06:05) Fixable Flaws: The system’s broken—but not hopeless.
• (07:02) Homelessness Preview: Dave’s hot take—it’s not about homes.
• (09:51) Daily Reality: Homelessness hits harder than prison in cities.
• (11:11) Cruel Streets: San Francisco’s enabling worsens the crisis.
• (13:20) Your Voice Matters: DM us to shape the movement.