In the midst of a dreadful government shutdown, one voice is breaking through the gloom and speaking words of commonsense that is surprising many across the aisle and around the country. Hear what she has to say and why it is so timely and pertinent right now.

When the courts saw no legal justification for deploying troops coupled with local officials unanimously saying they did not want the National Guard patrolling their city, Trump made clear he’d invoke something no other previous President had done in far more harrowing times. Richard explores the legal justification, or lack thereof, for sending military troops into American cities.

The consequences of vilifying judges within our legal system are a palpable threat to an independent judiciary, and one where the men and women in robes have to look over their shoulders if they don’t rule the way Pennsylvania Avenue wants. Richard explains the facts and reviews the evidence for the danger of political violence targeting judges. Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE for more on the current state of affairs in the White House.

A recent poll conducted by the New York Times and Siena University confirmed what we all suspected, the public has little faith that we can heal our political divisions. Richard goes over the numbers and laments our national state of affairs.

One of the most revered conservationists, Jane Goodall passed away this week in Los Angeles, she was 91. Her studies on the lives of chimps would become revolutionary. Richard remembers the life and legacy of this life well lived.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth this week decided to convene an impromptu meeting scrambling hundreds of top military brass from around the world. Officers who’ve given, in many cases, their entire adult lives to service for our nation were ludicrously lectured. Not to mention the danger of having all these high ranking military officers gathered under one roof. Richard reviews this troubling event. Listen here!

This government shutdown isn’t shaping up to the performative theater previous ones were. This time the President is seemingly relishing the opportunity to not only furlough government employees but to use the stoppage as a way to fire them permanently. Richard spells out the repercussions of this political disfunction.

When patriotism becomes jingoism and fandom turns into something far darker, the biannual event known as the Ryder Cup that was created to showcase international sportsmanship instead became an indictment of our national ugliness. Richard reviews how American fans at this legendary golf tournament crossed the lines of decency and civility. What does it mean for our once respectable country?

Once again, we find ourselves facing another government shutdown. Richard describes the potential fall out if the two sides don't come to an agreement. As usual, some Americans could get hurt. Don't forget to FOLLOW for more on the current state of affairs in the White House.

The Ryder Cup is a team competition pitting the 12 best American golfers against the 12 best that Europe has to offer. This year they are in Bethpage, New York out on Long Island and it just might be the most exciting tournament you'll find on the pro tour. Best of all... for three days, no one will care who voted for who or who wears a red hat or a blue one. Richard looks forward to the upcoming event!