The Dan Parsons Show

Crystal Rhoades, longtime public servant and candidate for Nebraska’s 2nd Congressional District, joins the show to talk about why this race could shape the balance of power in Washington. She shares her perspective on Nebraska’s new 'Cornhusker Clink,' weighs in on trade wars and their impact on Nebraska farmers, her opposition to the “Big Beautiful Bill,” why she believes Congress has abdicated its responsibility, and what serious electoral reforms are needed to end partisan gerrymandering.

For more information on Rhodes's campaign, visit https://crystal4congress.com

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#nebraska #omaha #bluedot #election2026 #redistricting #ukraine #trump #russia #ICE #BigBeautifulBill

Nebraska's 'Blue Dot' Could Decide 2026 | Crystal Rhoades for Congress

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Former Nebraska State Treasurer and State Senator John Murante joins the show to reflect on his path from family business to public service, his role in stabilizing the state’s retirement system, and his move into the private sector. Dan and John dig into the politics of redistricting in Nebraska and across the country, the risks of mid-decade gerrymandering, and why bipartisanship and integrity are essential for getting things done.

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#nebraska #omaha #lincoln #texas #redistricting #gerrymandering #election2026

Redistricting War Comes to Nebraska? w/ Fmr State Treasurer John Murante

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Lincoln dentist, entrepreneur, and author Dr. Addison Killeen joins the show to talk about his new book "The Shift: A Leadership Fable of the Transition from Overwhelm to Focus." Blending story and strategy, the book follows a young dentist on the brink of burnout who finds a better way through mentorship and systems thinking. Dr. Killeen shares how leaders in any field can move from distraction and stress to clarity, focus, and joy.

To learn more about Dr. Killeen and his new book, visit https://www.addisonkilleen.com/

Dr. Killeen and Dan will hold an official launch and signing event on August 21st, 2025, from 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM at Francie & Finch Bookstore, located at 130 S 13th St, Lincoln, Nebraska. The event will include a Q&A session with Dan and Dr. Killeen, along with drinks and light refreshments. No RSVP is required.

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0:00 Welcome to The Dan Parsons Show

1:48 Dr. Addison Killeen

11:10 The Shift: A Leadership Fable

17:52 Mentorship

21:04 Work-Life Balance

26:49 Thanks for Watching!

#nebraska #omaha #lincoln #TheShiftBook #DentalSuccess #Dentist #healthcare 

Burnout Is Optional. Nebraska Author’s New Fable Shows How.

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Kishla Askins, Navy veteran and former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Veterans Affairs, joins the show as a candidate for Nebraska’s 2nd Congressional District. She reflects on her combat medical service, bipartisan work on military mental health legislation, and why she calls the “Big Beautiful Bill” a “big ugly bill.” Askins also shares her national security credentials, support for Ukraine, and her plan to unify Nebraskans across party lines.

For more on Kishla's campaign for Congress, visit - https://www.kishlaforcongress.com/home

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#nebraska #omaha #lincoln #Ukraine #Trump #BigBeautifulBill #OBBB #healthcare 

From Battlefield to Ballot: Kishla Askins Runs for Congress in Nebraska's Blue Dot

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Immigration attorney Allison Heimes returns to unpack the fallout from this summer’s ICE raid at Glenn Valley Foods in Omaha. She walks through the devastating impact on families, the failures of the E-Verify system, and why many detained immigrants face near-insurmountable legal barriers. Heimes also discusses the rollback of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for thousands and reacts to shocking claims from a Department of Justice whistleblower who says top officials lied to courts to force deportations.

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#nebraska #omaha #lincoln #ICE #Trump #Immigration 

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Rachel Barth, Director of Air Service Development at the Lincoln Airport, joins the show with breaking news: Breeze Airways is launching nonstop service from Lincoln to Orlando starting December 10. Barth unpacks why Breeze sees long-term potential in Lincoln, how the airport recovered from the Red Way fiasco, and what it takes to land a new airline in a competitive market. She also explains minimum revenue guarantees, airport incentives, and why flying local matters more than ever.

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#nebraska #omaha #lincoln #LNK #Orlando #Florida #Breeze #MCO

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Josh Livingston, candidate for Nebraska’s Legislative District 8—representing the Dundee, Benson, and Keystone neighborhoods in Omaha—joins the show to discuss his campaign to succeed term-limited State Sen. Megan Hunt, one of the legislature’s most vocal progressive leaders. Livingston discusses his legal background and outlines his legislative priorities: expanding access to healthcare, protecting the ballot initiative process, resisting cuts to critical services, and ensuring families are at the center of policymaking.

Learn more about Josh Livingston's campaign for Legislature at https://www.livingstonfornebraska.com/

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#nebraska #omaha #lincoln #abortion #election2026 #DOGE #BigBeautifulBill

'Nebraskans Are the First House': Josh Livingston's Run to Succeed Megan Hunt in Omaha

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Bryan Slone, former president of the Nebraska Chamber of Commerce and Industry, joins the show to discuss his next chapter in law and public policy—and why he’s not stepping away from the big issues facing Nebraska. He shares insights on immigration reform, trade policy, tax structure, and the future of higher education in the state. Slone also reflects on his career in business and politics, his brief run for governor, and whether a return run for public office could be in the cards.

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#nebraska #omaha #lincoln #Trump #immigration #ICE #Huskers

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GO FACT YOURSELF: Speaking with reporters on Tuesday, July 22, President Trump called the Jeffrey Epstein case a “hoax” and accuses Barack Obama of treason... On Wednesday, July 23, the Wall Street Journal reported the Justice Department informed Trump in May that his name is among MANY within the Epstein Files. (Yeesh)

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#nebraska #omaha #lincoln #Epsteinfiles #Trump #Obama #Bondi #Epstein

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ELECTION 2026: In this episode we welcome Denise Powell, a communications strategist and founder of Women Who Run Nebraska, now running for Congress in Nebraska’s 2nd District. Powell discusses her journey from public school advocacy to political leadership, her response to Medicaid cuts and healthcare access, and her call for transparency in the wake of the Epstein files controversy. Powell also shares why she believes government should work for everyday people—not just the wealthy few.

BONUS: In this week’s “Go Fact Yourself” segment, Dan unpacks the renewed controversy over the Epstein files—including former President Trump’s stunning accusation that Barack Obama committed treason.

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