Is America tearing itself apart because we’ve forgotten how to see each other as human beings? In this episode, we dig into one of the toughest questions facing our country today: how do we push back against the rising tide of political hate, cultural division, and government abuse—and actually start winning real battles for liberty and human dignity?

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We kick things off by reflecting on the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk and the disturbing reactions it provoked online. Why are so many people celebrating violence against those they disagree with? And what does this say about the broken state of our politics? Spike Cohen pulls no punches as he unpacks the deeper cultural rot driving this divide.

But this isn’t just another doom-and-gloom conversation. Spike shares his personal journey of faith—how embracing Christ has transformed the way he approaches activism, persuasion, and even political conflict. Instead of fighting fire with fire, he’s building a movement rooted in reconciliation, respect, and actually treating people like people.

That movement—You Are the Power—isn’t just about lofty ideals. It’s winning. From keeping families together when CPS tries to rip them apart, to exposing corrupt officials, to passing actual laws that protect the innocent, Spike and his team are showing how liberty-minded activists can make a real difference. You’ll hear powerful stories of families saved and victories that prove change is possible.

If you’ve ever felt hopeless about the direction of our country, this conversation will give you more than perspective—it will give you a blueprint. Liberty doesn’t have to mean endless losing. It means rolling up our sleeves, working locally, and standing up for the values that make us truly free. Don’t miss this one.

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Is Wall Street deciding America’s future instead of voters? That’s the burning question in today’s episode. If the financial markets can tank every time policies like tariffs are announced, who’s really running the show – our elected leaders or the finance bros on Wall Street? This conversation will push you to rethink who holds the power in our economy and politics.

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In this episode, we cut through the noise and look at how Wall Street’s influence might be limiting what voters actually get to decide. Are tariffs truly about protecting American jobs and rebuilding industry – or just a bargaining chip that gets traded away whenever the markets throw a tantrum?

We dig into Trump’s obsession with tariffs, why voters in forgotten communities see them as a lifeline, and how Wall Street’s reaction may be holding the entire country hostage. From coal country to Cape Cod, the real impact of these policies goes far beyond numbers on a stock ticker.

But the conversation doesn’t stop at economics. We also confront the bigger picture: political polarization, the fallout from Charlie Kirk’s assassination, and whether America is heading toward another era of unrest like the 1960s. Are we repeating history – and if so, what comes next?

This isn’t just theory. This is about the real-world clash between voters, politicians, and the financial elite. If you’ve ever wondered who actually makes the rules in America – and what that means for our future – this episode is one you can’t afford to miss.

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Is America on the verge of an energy crisis? As demand skyrockets from AI, electric vehicles, and data centers, the question isn’t just whether we can keep the lights on — it’s whether our leaders are even serious about finding real solutions. Rolling blackouts, soaring costs, and broken promises could be right around the corner. So what’s the truth about America’s energy future, and what does it mean for your family, your wallet, and our economy?

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In this episode of The Brian Nichols Show, we dive deep into the reality of America’s energy production with energy policy fellow Sarah Montalbano. Forget the political spin — this conversation strips away the talking points and exposes whether we’re truly prepared for the tidal wave of energy demand barreling toward us.

We cover everything from natural gas and nuclear to wind, solar, and the hidden costs nobody talks about. Are so-called “green solutions” really sustainable, or are they just government-subsidized dead ends? You’ll hear why some of the technologies being pushed hardest may actually make our problems worse — and which solutions actually have the power to deliver reliable, affordable energy.

But it’s not just about technology. It’s about messaging, trade-offs, and overcoming decades of propaganda that taught Americans to fear the very resources that powered our prosperity. From Captain Planet cartoons to Greta and the Green New Deal, Sarah and I unpack how narratives shape energy policy — and how optimism and innovation can reframe the conversation.

If you care about your future power bills, America’s competitiveness, or whether our kids grow up in fear or confidence, you can’t miss this one. It’s a crash course in energy truth-telling — and a roadmap for how we reclaim both liberty and common sense in America’s energy debate.

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Should we trust “the experts”… or should we trust our own eyes and experiences? That’s the burning question at the center of today’s episode. For years, Americans were told to sit down, shut up, and accept the “science” — no questions asked. But when the narrative started to unravel, more and more people began to wonder: who’s really telling the truth?

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In this solo deep dive, Brian Nichols breaks down RFK Jr.’s explosive testimony on Capitol Hill, his eye-opening conversation with Bill Maher, and the broader debate about how government and Big Pharma shaped the COVID years. From mask mandates to vaccine questions, Brian doesn’t just rehash the chaos — he asks the questions the establishment wants buried.

We’ll explore why so many Americans lost trust in public health institutions, how chronic disease rates skyrocketed, and why bureaucrats continue to push policies that ignore real data. You’ll hear how RFK is challenging these narratives, what that means for everyday people, and why open debate — not censorship — is essential for a free society.

This episode also digs into the cultural and political fallout: the rise of the “Make America Healthy Again” movement, the bipartisan ties between Big Pharma and Congress, and the way dissenters were labeled as “dangerous” for simply asking questions. The patterns exposed here aren’t just about COVID — they reveal how government power and corporate interests collide to control your choices.

If you’ve ever felt gaslit by politicians, media “experts,” or health bureaucrats, this is an episode you cannot miss. Strap in as Brian pulls back the curtain on the narratives that shaped the pandemic — and what it all means for liberty, truth, and the future of American health policy.

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How do we recover as a society when political violence takes the life of a husband, a father, and a leader? That’s the haunting question we wrestle with in today’s episode of The Brian Nichols Show. This isn’t just politics. It’s bigger. It’s about humanity, morality, and whether we can still find common ground in a culture that seems more divided — and dangerous — by the day.

Charlie Kirk’s assassination stunned the nation. Thousands watched in horror as a father of two young children was gunned down during a public event. Beyond the headlines and political spin, today we dig into the human side of this tragedy — the family left behind, the neighbors reeling in shock, and the sobering reality that words and ideas should never justify violence.

But this conversation isn’t only about loss. It’s about the reaction. Why are some celebrating a murder? What does it say about the cultural rot when educators, influencers, and even former friends justify or excuse political violence? And what does it mean for free speech and civil discourse in America going forward?

Together with Jon England, we confront the hard truths: the erosion of shared values, the breakdown of community, and the growing temptation to let rage replace reason. But we also explore what gives us hope — faith, family, accountability, and neighbors who step up when times are darkest.

This isn’t an easy episode, but it’s a necessary one. If you care about liberty, morality, and the future of this country, this conversation is for you. Watch until the end, reflect, and ask yourself: What can I do to help bring light into the darkness?

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Was Tolkien warning us about the rise of AI and transhumanism? What if The Lord of the Rings wasn’t just a fantasy epic, but a prophetic story mapping out the dangers of machines, digital power, and a world losing touch with virtue? This episode will change the way you see both Tolkien’s work and the world we live in today.

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In today’s conversation, we dive deep into Tolkien’s mythology and explore how his Catholic worldview, his skepticism of machines, and his vision of the “One Ring” eerily line up with the rise of artificial intelligence. Is Sauron more than just a villain? Could he represent the machine itself — an all-seeing force built on binary code?

My guest, Paul List, author of Mount Doom: The Prophecy of Tolkien Revealed, walks us through a mind-blowing breakdown of Tolkien’s characters and symbols — Gandalf, the hobbits, the Ringwraiths — and how they connect to virtue, vice, and the spiritual dangers of our technological age. You’ll never look at Frodo’s journey the same way again.

We also tackle today’s AI race, where governments and corporations pour billions into building smarter machines. But are we building tools that serve us, or a beast that will one day demand our worship? Paul makes the case that Tolkien saw this exact danger nearly 100 years ago, warning us through myth before it became reality.

Most importantly, we talk solutions. How do we fight back? It starts with cultivating virtue, clinging to faith, and refusing to hand over our humanity to the machine. This isn’t just literature or politics — it’s about the future of our civilization. Buckle up, because this conversation will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about technology, freedom, and the stories we tell.

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Is America making the Gaza conflict worse—or could it actually be the key to peace? That’s the question at the center of today’s conversation. With the world watching Israel, Palestine, and the fallout from October 7th, the U.S. finds itself in a role it didn’t ask for but can’t seem to walk away from. Billions of taxpayer dollars are flowing overseas—but is any of it helping, or are we just fueling more chaos?

In this episode of The Brian Nichols Show, we dig into the messy reality of foreign policy, media narratives, and the “strategic ambiguity” that defines America’s role in Gaza. Why does every headline make it sound like the world is on fire, and what’s the truth behind the nonstop images flooding our feeds? More importantly—how much of this can we actually control?

We cut through the noise and ask the tough questions: Should America keep funding Israel? Where’s the line between defending an ally and enabling endless war? And how much of what we’re seeing is reality—versus propaganda carefully crafted to pull on our heartstrings? If you’ve ever wondered why both sides seem to be losing, you’ll want to hear this.

The conversation also dives into how leaders like Donald Trump frame these conflicts. Is he offering solutions, or just using brand and marketing tactics to control the narrative? What does that mean for everyday Americans who wake up, scroll the news, and feel powerless watching tragedy unfold half a world away?

Finally, we bring it back home. Because at the end of the day, you can’t fix Gaza from your kitchen table—but you can fix what’s in your control: your family, your community, your values. If you’re tired of being overwhelmed by problems you can’t solve, this episode will help you reframe the conversation and focus on what really matters.

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What happens when one capitalist takes on twenty socialists at once? That’s the showdown we’re unpacking in today’s episode, and the results are as wild—and eye-opening—as you’d expect. This isn’t just a debate; it’s a master class in exposing the weakness of collectivist arguments and showing why personal responsibility, hard work, and liberty still beat victimhood and envy every time.

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Patrick Bet-David sat down on Jubilee’s Surrounded series with a circle of twenty anti-capitalists ready to pounce. From claims that success is only possible if you’re “a 6’4 white guy” to emotional pleas about poverty and mental illness, the arguments flew fast. But when confronted with facts, logic, and empathy, the socialist narratives crumbled—and today we break it all down.

Connor Vasile joins me to dissect clip after clip from this viral debate. We look at the entitlement mindset, the obsession with victimhood, and the refusal to accept real-world solutions even when they’re offered on a silver platter. You’ll hear how attempts to frame capitalism as evil collapse under their own contradictions.

We also expose the deeper danger: the cultural shift toward entitlement that fuels socialist thinking. From demands for “livable wages” without skills to blaming capitalism for personal struggles, these conversations show exactly why liberty must be defended with truth, strategy, and courage.

If you’re tired of the excuses, tired of the envy, and ready to see how free-market principles crush collectivist delusions in real life, this episode is for you. Strap in—it’s one capitalist versus twenty socialists, and the lessons couldn’t be more relevant for the battles we face today.

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Is America’s military budget really “out of control”… or is the truth more complicated? Politicians love to throw around numbers, pundits love to yell about cuts or increases, and regular folks are left scratching their heads wondering if we’re going broke funding endless wars. But what if the whole conversation is missing the real story?

In this episode of The Brian Nichols Show, we pull back the curtain on U.S. defense spending with economist Agustin Forzani. We dig into what the numbers actually show, why both the left and right mislead when they talk about the Pentagon’s budget, and how much of this is smoke and mirrors meant to protect the military-industrial complex.

We’ll cover the myths around “flat” budgets, the hidden billions tucked into massive bills, and how America’s defense reach has doubled since the 1990s. But it’s not just about money — it’s about how this spending impacts your freedoms at home, from militarized police to surveillance creeping into everyday life.

And here’s the kicker: Agustin argues that the biggest threat isn’t just dollars wasted overseas, but the way unchecked spending erodes liberty here at home. If you care about the future of America’s economy, your freedoms, and whether our kids inherit debt or opportunity, this is an episode you can’t afford to miss.

Stick around for a thought-provoking conversation that challenges the talking points and asks the hard question: are we protecting America… or mortgaging its future?

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Is Zohran Mamdani really the champion of New York City’s working class — or just the darling of wealthy, progressive elites? This episode of The Brian Nichols Show explodes the myth, digs into the data, and exposes what’s really behind Mamdani’s rise to political stardom.

We dive into campaign finance filings, voting demographics, and neighborhood-by-neighborhood results to reveal how Mamdani’s supposed “grassroots” movement leans heavily on rich liberal enclaves. The conversation exposes how the branding of working-class authenticity holds up against cold, hard data — and why it matters for voters far beyond New York City.

But this episode doesn’t stop at peeling back the curtain. We examine Mamdani’s most radical policies — rent freezes, $30 minimum wage promises, and anti-charter school agendas — and explain how, despite their feel-good messaging, these proposals could devastate both working-class communities and new, entry-level professionals in NYC.

What happens if Mamdani actually wins? We explore the real-world consequences: from businesses preparing to flee, to crime and policing concerns, to the inevitable “wake-up call” moment that could redefine New York’s future. Could Mamdani’s victory trigger the political and economic collapse of America’s most iconic city?

If you’ve ever wondered how flashy socialist rhetoric collides with the real-life struggles of working-class families, you can’t miss this one. Buckle up, because this isn’t just about New York politics—it’s a warning for every city in America.

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