The Annie Frey Show Podcast

Ryan Wrecker discusses the failings of Kim Gardner and other issues with the SCOTUS with Brad Young. Ryan surprises the show with a special guest and musical number. 

In the final hour of The Annie Frey Show, Ryan Wrecker speaks with Brad Young about Kim Gardner and issues with the SCOTUS - with a surprise special guest! Ryan asks producer Ashlyn about a unique first date and shares a few food stories. Later, Ryan shares a few stories about food woes and tells us what he recently learned about owning a lighthouse. 

Ryan Wrecker is in for Annie Frey today and our friend Tom Sullivan joins the show to help him catch up on what’s been happening in St. Louis since Kim Gardner's resignation. 

The Memorial Day show continues in hour 2, and Ryan Wrecker kicks off the hour with Tom Sullivan to discuss a few issues and laws in St. Louis now that Kim Gardner has resigned. Have you been peer pressured into watching a show lately - Ryan asks you about the hype around shows like Succession. Later, Ryan and Ashlyn discuss AI technology and the college that is in trouble for giving cocaine to mice. 

Ryan Wrecker discusses issues with the currently proposed Debt Deal with a caller. 

Happy Memorial Day! Ryan Wrecker is sitting in for The Annie Frey Show, discussing the supposed “Debt Deal” and whether or not it’s a deal at all. He shares a CBS clip as they make fun of the debt ceiling and discusses the issue with a caller. Later, Ryan discusses a teacher retiring at 95 and the sanctity of the Freedom of Speech. 

In this hour, we delve into a recent unanimous decision by the Supreme Court that has sparked discussions about its potential impact on the Clean Water Act and environmental regulations. Our focus begins with the concerns expressed by White House Press Secretary Jean-Pierre regarding the court's decision and its potential implications in rolling back the progress made in ensuring clean drinking water for farmers, businesses, and millions of Americans. We then turn to Charles Yates, an attorney from Pacific Legal, who presented the case before the court.

Yates provides valuable insights into the case and its significance for the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the businesses involved in the lawsuit. He explains the gradual expansion of authority by the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers over the years, which allowed them to regulate almost anything considered damp under the Clean Water Act. Additionally, he highlights the Sacketts' case, where a family endured penalties and a lengthy 16-year legal battle for simply building a single-family home on their property.

Later in the hour, in this edition of "Ask Me Anything," digital producer Anna Bolhmann and producer Drew Young join Brad and Ryan to discuss irrational phobias. Topics include a fear of heights and being stung by a bee. We also engage in a conversation about time capsules and contemplate what items we would include, such as Donald Trump election merchandise and SpaceX-related artifacts. Finally, we engage in a spirited debate about whether we would choose $10 million or the opportunity to go back to age six with our current knowledge.

To begin the hour, Ryan, Brad, and Haze discuss the national debt and the importance of avoiding default. They mention that congressional leaders have agreed to prevent default and urge Congress to take prompt action. This highlights the significance of maintaining financial stability for the country.

The conversation then shifts to Taylor Swift, who is one of the biggest artists of the last 20 years. The hosts mention her concert in Boston, where it rained heavily, and fans were selling jars of rainwater from the show online. The hosts find this concept absurd and share personal stories of selling celebrity-related items, such as a half-smoked cigar from AJ McLean of the Backstreet Boys.

Then, we play "Guess The Political Ad", a game where we listen to short clips of political ads and try to guess which candidate the ad belongs to. Amoung the candidates, Hillary Clinton, Kanye West, George W. Bush, Walter Mondale, Bill Clinton, and John McCain.  At the end, they determine the winner based on correct guesses. 

To wrap up the hour, we discuss a poll conducted by the Public Religion Research Institute regarding the belief in the existence of God. They mention that only half of Americans answered affirmatively to the question of whether God exists. 

In this segment, we dive into a recent unanimous decision by the Supreme Court that has sparked discussions about its potential impact on the Clean Water Act and environmental regulations. We begin with White House Press Secretary Jean-Pierre concerns about the court's decision and how it may roll back the progress made in ensuring clean drinking water for farmers, businesses, and millions of Americans. We then hear from Charles Yates, an attorney from Pacific Legal, who argued the case before the court.

Yates provides insights into the case and its significance for the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and businesses involved in the lawsuit. He explains how the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers have expanded their authority over the years, claiming the power to regulate almost anything deemed damp under the Clean Water Act. He highlights the Sacketts' case, where a family faced penalties and a 16-year legal battle over building a single-family home on their property.

In this segment of The Annie Frey Show, Ryan Wiggins discusses the alarming influence of big tech companies, particularly Google, and their potential impact on elections. Research psychologist Dr. Robert Epstein reveals how Google manipulates news feeds, search results, and YouTube suggestions to favor liberal views while suppressing conservative voices. Epstein's research suggests that Google may have shifted approximately 6 million votes in favor of Joe Biden during the 2020 election. Wiggins emphasizes the need for critical analysis and personal verification of search results.

Additionally, Wiggins explores the concerning shift in high school debate platforms. Judges with biased ideologies and political inclinations have imposed restrictive rules, curbing free expression and stifling certain speech. Examples include prohibiting the use of terms like "illegal" to describe immigrants and prioritizing certain racial backgrounds in debates. Wiggins raises concerns about the impact of such restrictions on students' ability to engage in open and meaningful discussions.

To wrap up the hour, producer Drew Young joins for Wiggins America. This week, our discussion revolves around Neuralink, Elon Musk's brain implant company, and its recent FDA approval to commence human trials. We delve into the potential implications this development may have on our future as human beings.