Fentanyl is the deadliest drug in U.S. history—and yet most media won’t even say its name.

In this episode of Stay in the Gray Podcast, Ryan breaks down how fentanyl claimed over 112,000 lives in 2023 alone—becoming the leading cause of death for Americans aged 18 to 45.

This isn’t just a drug crisis. It’s a human one.
From counterfeit pills to border failures to lives lost in silence—this is what real destruction looks like.

🎙 Topics in this episode:
– How fentanyl enters the U.S. and who’s enabling it
– Why border security is a public health issue
– What Narcan is—and how it saves lives
– The lie behind the word “junkie”
– Stories that show this crisis is already in your neighborhood

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Chapters:

00:00 - The Fentanyl Crisis: A Deadly Overview

00:47 - A National Issue: Beyond Politics

02:17 - Understanding Fentanyl: The Basics

04:55 - The Supply Chain: From China to the US

10:13 - The Human Toll: Real-Life Stories

11:35 - Solutions and Actions: What Can Be Done?

13:39 - Final Thoughts: A Call to Action

Welcome to the 2025 Grievance Games™—where outrage is strategy, victimhood is currency, and gold medals are earned by crying the loudest.

In this satirical episode of Stay in the Gray, Ryan Lafield kicks off the Grievance Games with commentary on identity politics, digital delusion, and the new Olympic sport of taking offense. From TikTok trauma to DEI theatrics, this is your front-row seat to the culture war’s participation trophy parade.

🎙 Topics:
– How performative victimhood became a skillset
– Cultural gatekeeping and micro-status battles
– Why satire is now considered violence (by the internet)

Trigger warning: Common sense ahead.
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Chapters:  

00:00 - Introduction to the Grievance Games

00:58 - Welcome to Stay in the Gray Podcast

01:36 - Cinco de Mayo and Victimhood

02:11 - The First Annual Grievance Games

03:34 - Opening Ceremony and Competitions

07:30 - Race, Reality, and Rewards of Victimhood

08:45 - Middle Class Struggles and Accountability

13:45 - Closing Thoughts and Future Plans

“Zero sugar.” “All natural.” “Made with whole grains.”
Yeah… and Big Food cares about your health.

In this episode of Stay in the Gray, Ryan Lafield exposes the chemically-engineered circus we call the American diet. From factory-farmed meat and banned additives to fake labels and real damage, this is what they’re feeding you—and what they’re hoping you never question.

🎙 Topics include:
– Grocery store lies and label games
– Food additives banned in Europe (but not here)
– Factory farming and ethics we ignore
– Why RFK Jr. might be the only one saying it out loud

📉 40% of Americans are obese.
🧪 Our food is a lab experiment.
🐄 Our meat is misery.

Hit Follow to hear what they wish you’d stay too fat and tired to notice.

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction: The Deception of Food Labels

00:33 - Personal Reflections and the American Diet

02:01 - The Misleading Nature of Food Labels

03:47 - The Impact of Processed Foods

10:27 - Factory Farming and Food Ethics

12:12 - Taking Action: How to Make Better Food Choices

14:05 - Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Food Regulation

19:11 - Conclusion: A Call to Awareness and Change

Participation trophies. Therapy puppies. Grown adults sobbing on TikTok because their Starbucks order got canceled.

In this episode of Stay in the Gray, Ryan Lafield calls out the slow death of American grit—and the cultural circus that replaced it. From Hollywood crybabies to safe space philosophy, we’re watching responsibility vanish and resilience get rebranded as “toxic.”

🎙 Topics include:
– Woke ideology and the death of accountability
– How feelings replaced facts in pop culture
– Why soft isn’t strong—and never will be
– The lie of progress disguised as emotional fragility

No sugar-coating. Just truth, sarcasm, and a few verbal punches.
🔥 Hit Follow if you still believe toughness is a virtue.

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction: The Decline of American Resilience

00:43 - Welcome to Stay in the Gray Podcast

01:22 - The Softening of America

04:42 - Participation Trophy Generation

10:49 - The Influence of Hollywood and Celebrities

16:03 - Transgender Athletes and Sports Controversy

20:55 - Conclusion: A Call for Resilience and Hard Work

We hear it all the time: “Healthcare should be free!” But here’s the thing—free doesn’t actually mean free. Someone’s paying for it. The question is… who?

In this episode, we’re breaking down the true cost of American healthcare—not just the ridiculous bills, but the broken system that makes those bills possible. From $98 insulin vials to $300,000 snake bites, we look at why staying alive here feels like a ransom note.

The answer isn’t just “tax the rich harder.” It’s about cutting the waste, stopping the scams, and fixing the system without killing the incentives that keep innovation and quality alive.

Get mad. Laugh anyway. Stay in the gray.

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction: The US Healthcare Circus

00:44 - The High Cost of Healthcare

03:24 - Insurance: A Gamble

04:48 - Drug Prices: A Political Hot Potato

07:43 - Quality of Care: The Real Debate

13:16 - Real Stories, Real Struggles

16:24 - Potential Solutions and Final Thoughts

A teen commits murder—and gets house arrest, a new car, and $400K in donations. What message does that send?

In this powerful episode of Stay in the Gray, Ryan sits down with former police officer and current school security director Drew for a blunt, uncomfortable conversation on youth violence, race, and the dangerous blur between support and enabling.

🎙 Topics include:
– The Karmelo Anthony case and public reaction
– The Dallas school shooting and repeatable patterns
– Cultural, racial, and parental dynamics in violent youth crime
– What real prevention and accountability look like

⚠️ This one’s not easy. It’s not supposed to be.
🔥 Hit Follow if you’re done watching excuses get more support than victims.

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction: The Culture of Violence

01:02 - Welcome to Stay in the Gray Podcast

01:40 - Guest Introduction and Show Setup

02:26 - Diving into Controversial Topics

02:41 - Focusing on Local Stories

03:15 - The Case of Teen Violence

04:28 - Cultural Responses to Crime

13:23 - Guest's Professional Background

17:04 - Police Perspective on Racial Issues

34:42 - Community Response to Violence

39:37 - Local School Shooting Incident

41:15 - Details of the Incident

44:11 - Discussion on Cultural and Social Factors

44:55 - Role of Parenting and Male Role Models

47:51 - Influence of Media and Music

59:18 - Law Enforcement and Community Response

01:17:56 - Final Thoughts and Call for Accountability

Trump’s back—and so are his tariffs.
60% on China. 145% cumulative by 2025. A global 10% baseline on everyone else.

In this episode of Stay in the Gray Podcast, Ryan breaks down what may be the most aggressive economic move in modern U.S. history. Is it suicide—or long-overdue strategy?

🎙 Topics include:
– What Trump’s tariffs actually do (and who pays)
– Why China’s retaliation may be backfiring
– The EU and Japan’s quiet repositioning
– Why “cheap” might be costing us more than we think
– Supply chains, national leverage, and American jobs

No spin. No safe takes. Just names, numbers, and unapologetic perspective.
🔥 Hit Follow if you think protecting U.S. industry shouldn’t be controversial.

🔹 Chapters: 

00:00 - Introduction: The Epidemic of Bad Driving

00:46 - Welcome to Stay in The Gray Podcast

01:24 - Today's Topic: Terrible Drivers

04:24 - Distracted Driving: A Deadly Issue

07:34 - Tailgating and Left Lane Hogs

09:43 - Unrestrained Dogs: A Furry Danger

11:56 - Ryan's Rant: Turn Signals and Common Courtesy

15:05 - School Zones: A Serious Matter

17:20 - Final Thoughts: Be Considerate on the Road

27:07 - Conclusion: Stay Alert, Stay in the Gray

You’ve seen them. You’ve yelled at them.
Drivers so clueless they make Mario Kart look like a documentary.

In this rage-fueled episode of Stay in the Gray, Ryan takes a sarcastic—but seriously needed—look at what’s happened to basic driving competence. From FaceTiming at 70 mph to poodles in the dashboard to the nationwide allergy to turn signals, we’re calling it out.

🎙 Topics include:
– Distracted driving deaths (and why they’re rising)
– Tailgaters, left-lane hogs, and rolling stops
– School zones, speed traps, and why pets shouldn’t be projectiles
– The dangerous side of "just bad driving"

Cringe. Laugh. Reconsider your habits.
And if this episode made you flinch behind the wheel... good.
🔥 Hit Follow if you’ve ever had to brake for someone else’s stupidity.

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction: The Epidemic of Bad Driving

00:46 - Welcome to Stay in The Gray Podcast

01:24 - Today's Topic: Terrible Drivers

04:24 - Distracted Driving: A Deadly Issue

07:34 - Tailgating and Left Lane Hogs

09:43 - Unrestrained Dogs: A Furry Danger

11:56 - Ryan's Rant: Turn Signals and Common Courtesy

15:05 - School Zones: A Serious Matter

17:20 - Final Thoughts: Be Considerate on the Road

27:07 - Conclusion: Stay Alert, Stay in the Gray

Tents on sidewalks. Families in cars. Billions spent—and somehow, it keeps getting worse.

In this episode of Stay in the Gray Podcast, Ryan unpacks the uncomfortable reality behind America’s homelessness crisis. From bloated government budgets to personal encounters with career panhandlers, it’s time to question the feel-good narratives and look at what’s actually happening.

🎙 Topics include:
– Why rent, wages, and broken systems collide
– Personal stories of generosity, scams, and hard truths
– Programs that work—and why they don’t get funded
– San Francisco vs. Denver: same budget, different results

This isn’t about left or right—it’s about what’s real.
🎯 Hit Follow if you think compassion doesn’t mean ignoring the facts.

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction: The Growing Homelessness Crisis

00:49 - Personal Reflections and Observations

01:55 - The Impact on Families and Veterans

02:46 - A Personal Story: The Christmas Encounter

03:52 - The Complexity of Homelessness

05:25 - Economic Factors and Housing Instability

06:39 - The Role of Mental Health and Addiction

09:23 - Challenges in Addressing Homelessness

12:30 - Potential Solutions and Policy Approaches

15:27 - Conclusion: A Call to Action

A white teen is stabbed at a Texas track meet.
The accused is Black.
And the national response? Insanity.

In this episode of Stay in the Gray Podcast, Ryan breaks down the case of Austin Metcalf and why stories like his vanish from headlines. From media fear to racial double standards, we examine how silence isn’t neutral—it’s part of the narrative.

🎙 Topics include:
– The Austin Metcalf case: facts, reactions, and what’s missing
– Why race impacts coverage—whether we admit it or not
– Cultural factors shaping youth violence and accountability
– The dangers of narrative-driven silence

This isn’t outrage. It’s observation.
🎯 Hit Follow if you think every victim deserves an accurate headline.

Time Codes 

00:00 - Introduction and Initial Thoughts

01:53 - The Incident: A Closer Look

04:17 - Media Coverage and Racial Dynamics

06:25 - Details of the Altercation

08:39 - Public Reactions and Defenses

17:06 - Socioeconomic and Cultural Factors

19:42 - The Problem with Youth Reactions

20:46 - Media Bias and Political Agendas

23:02 - The Role of Culture and Environment

23:45 - False Accusations and Dangerous Rhetoric

24:26 - The Impact of Disrespect Culture

25:12 - The Tragic Consequences of Violence

29:43 - Addressing the Root Causes

36:15 - The Need for Courage and Compassion

38:05 - Final Thoughts and Call to Action