The Situation & The Weekend with Michael Brown

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In this episode, Michael dives into the world of energy and politics, discussing the Strait of Hormuz crisis and its global implications. He shares his thoughts on the US energy crisis, citing the International Energy Agency's data on clean energy investments and the limitations of solar energy. Michael also critiques the climate movement's narrative, highlighting the importance of fossil fuels in powering the world's energy needs. 

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In this episode, host Michael dives into a crucial conversation with Daniel Yergin, about the Strait of Hormuz crisis and its far-reaching implications. They discuss the chokehold on global energy, the role of China and Russia, and the consequences of the Iranian's strategy. Michael also shares insights on the shale revolution and how it's given the US a strategic cushion to weather the crisis. The conversation touches on the renewable energy narrative collapse, the importance of energy dominance, and the potential consequences of the US not having a reliable energy source.

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In this episode, we're diving into the world of politics and bureaucracy. Michael discusses the recent "No Kings" protests in Denver, where things got heated between protesters and police. But what's really going on behind the scenes? We're also taking a closer look at a bizarre bill making its way through the Colorado legislature, which aims to regulate the use of single-use food serviceware, like napkins and straws. You'll hear about the potential consequences for small business owners and the questionable environmental benefits of this bill. It's a wild ride that'll leave you questioning the priorities of our lawmakers.

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In this episode, we dive into the recent government shutdown and its aftermath. Michael discusses the 42-day standoff over ICE funding, highlighting the Democrats' refusal to fund Trump's deportation force and the Republicans' ability to keep ICE operational through the One Big Beautiful Bill. We explore the optics of the situation, where Trump gets credit for addressing the airport crisis without owning the ICE funding gap. Michael also touches on the Democrats' strategy, which may have set a precedent for holding security agencies hostage for policy concessions.

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In this episode, host Michael D. Brown dives into two pressing issues in Denver. He starts by dissecting a recent Instagram post from Do Better Denver, which claims that the city is giving a large loan to a California developer to build subsidized housing. Michael fact-checks the post, revealing some inaccuracies and shedding light on the complexities of tax increment financing. He also discusses the city's handling of downtown development, questioning the decision to approve a loan for a project with unresolved ground lease disputes. Additionally, Michael touches on the importance of accountability in politics, using the example of Attorney General candidate Jenna Griswold's questionable claims about her experience.

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