American prosperity was built on a foundation of free markets and free people. But, with inflation on the rise and a struggling market, many in America’s political class are attempting to recycle failed socialist ideas and calling for government intervention in nearly every aspect of American life. In this National Review Capital Matters podcast, presented by the National Review Institute, financier David Bahnsen hosts interviews with the nation’s top business leaders, entrepreneurs, and fin ...
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Fiscal Conservatism Podcasts
Pragmatism is Patriotism. The goal of Practically Political is to engage and motivate citizens who are fact- and issue-oriented, invite conversation, respect differences of opinion, believe in compromise and put sound policy before partisanship. Whether you’re a Republican, Democrat or Independent, if your bottom line is to get our government working again to serve the best interests of all Americans, then please join us in making our voices heard. This is not the time to give into hopelessn ...
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The Big Budget Buster: Trump vs. Musk, Ukraine Strikes Back, and the Death of Fiscal Conservatism
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28:28Dave Spencer, Kurt Bardella, and Ashley Davis discuss the political chaos surrounding the massive budget bill heading to the Senate, examining the growing rift between Trump and Elon Musk over fiscal policy. The hosts explore whether this could be the beginning of the end for their relationship, discuss the Republicans' struggle with their fiscal c…
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Episode 238: What Barry Diller Can Teach Us About Business
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23:17David walks through the new Barry Diller autobiography and extracts some key business lessons that speak to our own objectives here on the Capital Record. Barry may have been a Hollywood and media industry giant, and he may not care much for all of our ideological commitments, but he has a lot to offer in this week’s episode. Show Notes: "Business …
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The Spark That Could Change Everything: Iran, Immigration Raids, and the Big Budget Battle
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33:11Dave Spencer, Kurt Bardella, and Ashley Davis break down the week's most consequential political developments. From Israel's devastating strikes on Iran's weakened regime to Trump's controversial deployment of National Guard and Marines on American soil, the hosts examine how close we are to major flashpoints both abroad and at home. Plus, they ana…
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Episode 237: YIMBYism Is the Lowest Hanging Bipartisan Economic Fruit Imaginable
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11:21The YIMBY Movement Is for Conservatives, Too Abundant Housing Creates Abundant OpportunitiesBy David L. Bahnsen
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Episode 237: The Good Life Versus Prosperity?
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9:46Does prosperity make for a good life? If not, does it stand to reason that prosperity works against a good life? Why is this issue so problematic for people still today, when the answers embedded in the alleged tension were so apparent to men and women of wisdom so long ago? In this foundational episode, David discusses the recipe for the good life…
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Episode 236: Bond Vigilantes, Bad Chart Readers, and False Prophets
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17:48Is the U.S. bond market rejecting the fiscal state of the country? Is it declaring doom and gloom? Is it begging us not to do this “big, beautiful bill”? Or, is the fiscal state of the country deeply troubled? Is the new bill a big disappointment, but the bond market is saying no such thing (for reasons you deserve to understand)? In this very impo…
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House Spending Bill Analysis & Biden Health Revelations
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30:57Dave Spencer, Kurt Bardella, and Ashley Davis examine the recently passed House spending legislation, including its impact on Medicaid coverage, tax policy changes, and the political implications for Republicans who voted for it. The discussion also covers new reporting about President Biden's health timeline and prostate cancer diagnosis, analyzin…
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Episode 235: SPAC Attack and Market Basics
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18:45Financial innovations are demonized all the time, and perhaps David should be grateful because a low regard for capital markets is what motivated the creation of this podcast. But today he looks at SPACs and the criticisms of them as an example of how fallacious defense of central planning works. He makes the case that protection against fraud is o…
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Episode 234: Markets Are Not Imposed by Politics
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13:02There was a time conservatives all knew this, but the new right's fatal flaw is not just in the application -- the perpetual desire for more state intervention -- but rather in the very nature of things that they get wrong. Markets are not created by the state, but rather by voluntary, organic human interaction. David unpacks the relevance of this …
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Trade Wars, Iran Deals, and Trump's Economic Gamble
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27:46In this episode, Dave Spencer, Kurt Bardella, and Ashley Davis dive into Trump's controversial tariff policies and their impact on international trade. They explore the implications of recent trade deals, discuss the complex relationship with China, and examine the developing situation with Iran. The conversation provides insights into how these de…
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Episode 233: Conservative vs. Libertarian Economics
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19:18Populism seems to be the driving force of the new right’s economic philosophy. The new right has said that they want to take on “libertarian” economics and “free market orthodoxy.” Others have said that “libertarian economics is the same thing as conservative economics” (i.e., laissez-faire, low tax, low regulation, etc.). David suggests the need o…
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Episode 232: Protectionism vs. Free Enterprise
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23:38David takes on the idea that protectionism and globalization are chief rivals, and instead suggests that the chief rival of protectionism is free enterprise itself. He critiques Joe Nocera’s recent Free Press article suggesting that the protectionists have been vindicated, and instead suggests that the entire protectionist agenda is essentially the…
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Episode 231: When Engagement Is Enjoyable and Valuable
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17:08How One Family Aims to Break Liberals' Corporate Voting PowerBy David L. Bahnsen
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Episode 230: Transparency for Thee but Not for Me
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14:38As the Trump administration and Amazon/Bezos almost duked it out over the “shocking” idea of disclosing the impact to prices from taxes on imports, those of us seeking to understand economic application out of cogent economic theory were given a great chance to relearn some lessons from master himself, Friedrich Hayek. It turns out price discovery …
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Economic Earthquakes and Political Aftershocks: The First Hundred Days That Feel Like a Year
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36:45Join Dave Spencer, Ashley Davis, and Kurt Bardella for a passionate analysis of the political landscape that feels like it's shifting by the hour. In this episode, the trio dives deep into the Garcia immigration controversy dividing Democrats, the market-rattling impact of Trump's tariff policies, and what it means for everyday Americans watching t…
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Democracy, Trade Wars, and Presidential Power
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44:06In this farewell episode, hosts Dave Spencer and Carrie Sheffield engage in their final spirited debate after four years of collaboration. The duo tackles controversial topics including Trump's tariff policies, immigration enforcement tactics, democracy concerns, and the administration's government cutbacks. As Sheffield prepares to depart the show…
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Classified Chaos: The Signal Leaks and Canada's 51st State Status
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41:54In this episode of Practically Political, hosts Dave Spencer, Kurt Bardella, and Ashley Davis dive into the recent Trump administration scandal involving classified information shared on Signal messaging app. The trio examines the national security implications and whether there will be any accountability for this major breach. They also discuss Tr…
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State of the Union Fallout: Democrats' Missed Opportunity and the 2028 Political Landscape
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48:48In this dynamic premiere of Practically Political's new trio format, host Dave Spencer is joined by permanent co-hosts Kurt Bardella (former Republican turned Democrat) and Ashley Davis (Republican strategist) for a candid analysis of the current state of politics. The panel dissects Trump's lengthy address to Congress and the Democrats' ineffectiv…
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The Future of American Energy: Finding Common Ground Between Conservation and Development
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27:17Join Dave Spencer and Carrie Sheffield as they host Gabriella Hoffman, Director of the Energy and Conservation Center at Independent Women's Forum, for a spirited debate on America's energy future. The discussion covers crucial topics including climate change policy, Trump's environmental legacy, Biden's energy initiatives, critical minerals compet…
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Trump's First 10 Days: Pardons, Appointments, and Tech Oligarchs
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31:53In this heated discussion, hosts Dave Spencer and Carrie Sheffield dive into the controversial first ten days of Trump's new presidency. They debate the merits of recent presidential pardons, contentious political appointments, and the emerging relationship between Trump and tech industry leaders. Spencer raises concerns about executive competence …
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In this lively pre-inauguration episode, hosts Dave Spencer and Carrie Sheffield debate the prospects of Trump's upcoming second term. They explore how Trump has changed since 2017, assess his first-term legislative accomplishments, and discuss key challenges ahead, including immigration policy, Ukraine relations, and economic concerns. The hosts o…
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2024 Year in Review: Trump's Return, Biden's Legacy, and America's Future
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30:36Dave Spencer and Carrie Sheffield share their picks for the biggest winners and losers of 2024 in this New Year's special episode. They discuss President-elect Trump's victory, the rise of tech oligarchs, the fall of DEI initiatives, and crucial economic challenges facing the nation in 2025.By Practically Political
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From Soviet Ukraine to DC: Karina Lipsman on Communism, Cabinet Picks, and America's Future
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36:09Former congressional candidate Karina Lipsman joins hosts Dave Spencer and Carrie Sheffield to discuss the 2024 election results, her work at the Victims of Communism Memorial Foundation, and Trump's controversial cabinet nominees. Drawing from her personal experience growing up in Soviet Ukraine, Lipsman shares insights on the dangers of communist…
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Inside GOP Strategy: From Pennsylvania Recounts to Trump's Cabinet with Ellen Walter
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32:24In this episode of Practically Political, Dave Spencer and Carrie Sheffield sit down with Republican strategist Ellen Walter to discuss the latest developments in American politics. Walter, a key figure in Glenn Youngkin's successful Virginia gubernatorial campaign and veteran of the National Republican Senatorial Committee, offers insider perspect…
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Election Post-Mortem: Analyzing Harris's Loss and Trump's Return
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34:58In this compelling episode, hosts Dave Spencer and Carrie Sheffield dive into the aftermath of a historic presidential election that saw Donald Trump defeat Kamala Harris. The co-hosts engage in a spirited debate over what led to Harris's defeat, with Spencer identifying three critical campaign mistakes and Sheffield highlighting shifts in demograp…
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Deep State Debate: A Trump EPA Insider's View with Mandy Gunasekara
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37:10In this spirited episode of Practically Political, hosts Dave Spencer and Carrie Sheffield engage in a candid discussion with Mandy Gunasekara, former Trump EPA Chief of Staff and author of the new book "Y'all Fire: A Southern Belle's Guide to Restoring Federalism and Training the Swamp." The conversation delves into controversial topics including …
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Cal Thomas: Trump, Faith, and the Future of Conservatism
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20:39In this impromptu yet riveting episode of Practically Political, hosts Dave Spencer and Carrie Sheffield sit down with conservative legend and nationally syndicated columnist Cal Thomas in Middleburg, Virginia. Thomas offers candid insights into evangelical support for Trump, drawing fascinating parallels between Biblical figures and modern politic…
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Economic Reality, Media Credibility, and Middle East Challenges
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30:04In this spirited episode of Practically Political, hosts Dave Spencer and Carrie Sheffield engage in a lively debate on pressing political issues. The duo discuss the current state of the US economy, media bias, and foreign policy challenges. They begin by examining the disconnect between positive economic indicators and public sentiment, with Dave…
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Border Politics, Senate Shifts, and Speaker Surprises
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19:55In this episode, the hosts explore the strategic motivations behind calls to end the filibuster, examine the most competitive Senate races, and evaluate Speaker Mike Johnson's performance. Dave and Carrie also engage in a spirited debate about Trump's approach to NATO and Russia.By Practically Political
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Breaking Down the Debate: Visuals, Issues, and Impact
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33:43In this engaging and thought-provoking episode, hosts Dave Spencer and Carrie Sheffield sit down with special guest Bill Walton, host of The Bill Walton Show and a key figure in planning the Trump economic policy in 2017. Bill brings his vast experience in economics and policy to the table as they dive deep into the recent debate between Kamala Har…
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DNC Aftermath: Harris's Rise, Trump's Strategy, and Shifting Battlegrounds
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32:58In this episode of Practically Political, Dave Spencer and Carrie Sheffield dive deep into the aftermath of the Democratic National Convention and its implications for the 2024 presidential race. Key topics include: An analysis of Kamala Harris's convention performance and her challenges ahead Strategies for Donald Trump to counter Harris in the ge…
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Keli Goff Asks, Is Kamala the Right Pick?
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35:38In this conversation, the hosts and guest, Keli Goff, discuss Kamala Harris and the current state of the presidential race. They explore topics such as Kamala's likability, the media's role in the election, and the challenges faced by both candidates. The conversation touches on issues like the economy, foreign policy, and the preferences of differ…
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From Assassination Attempts to Project 2025: Unpacking the Latest Political Drama
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30:47Dave Spencer and Carrie Sheffield dive deep into the aftermath of the Trump assassination attempt, debate the merits of JD Vance as VP pick, and explore the challenges facing Kamala Harris as she steps into the presidential race. The hosts offer contrasting views on crime statistics, immigration policy, and the controversial Project 2025, providing…
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The Backlash Against DEI Policies in Corporate America with Charlie Gasparino
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32:59In this conversation, Dave Spencer and Carrie Sheffield interview Charlie Gasparino, a journalist and author, about the presidential election and his upcoming book. They discuss the performance of Joe Biden, the potential role of Kamala Harris as the first DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) potential president, and the influence of Wall Street …
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Silicon Valley Softening to Trump • Black Voters Going to Trump • Upcoming Debates
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35:11In this episode of Practically Political, Dave Spencer and Carrie Sheffield discuss the support for Donald Trump among Black men and the upcoming presidential debates. They also touch on topics such as inflation, tech regulation, and the loyalty of Republican politicians to Trump. The conversation highlights the importance of policy over personalit…
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Carla Sands Defends Trump's Legacy and Discusses the Future of the Republican Party
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26:50In this special episode of Practically Political, host Carrie Sheffield is joined by guest Carla Sands, former U.S. Ambassador to Denmark and Republican Senate candidate from Pennsylvania. Together with co-host Dave Spencer, they dive into a spirited discussion about the future of the Republican Party and the key strategies needed to win in 2024. A…
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Assessing Trump's Foreign Policy & Debating the Supreme Court's Moral Standards
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29:24Chapters 00:00 FDIC Chairman's Resignation and Political Fallout 06:19 Debating the Supreme Court's Moral Standards 11:59 Nikki Haley's Support for Donald Trump and Political Strategy 27:32 Remembering Alice Stewart: A Tribute to a FriendBy Practically Political
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Former Rep. Dave Brat Debates Illegal Immigration, Election Integrity and the War in Ukraine
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34:47In this spirited episode, former Republican Congressman Dave Brat debates hosts Dave Spencer and Carrie Sheffield on hot-button issues like illegal immigration, the integrity of the 2020 election, and the war in Ukraine. While the discussions are passionate and the disagreements are sharp, the conversation remains friendly and highlights the import…
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Trump's Trials, Biden's Challenges: Can Either Expand Their Voter Base?
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25:47In this conversation, Dave Spencer and Carrie Sheffield discuss various topics including Nikki Haley's refusal to endorse Trump, Trump's outreach to voters, college demonstrations, spirituality and mental health, and the impact of the trial on Trump's candidacy. They also touch on the reputation of the Trump administration, the importance of logist…
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Inflation, Ukraine, and the 2024 Election Landscape with Charlie Sykes
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32:44In this episode of Practically Political, special guest Charlie Sykes joins hosts Dave Spencer and Carrie Sheffield to discuss the current political climate and key issues heading into the 2024 election. The conversation covers the challenges Biden faces with inflation and border security, the recent developments in Republican support for Ukraine a…
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Navigating Media Bias, Immigration, and Transgender Visibility in a Polarized Political Landscape
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32:48In this episode of Practically Political, hosts Carrie Sheffield and Dave Spencer engage in a thought-provoking discussion about the challenges faced in today's polarized political climate. They delve into the public's dwindling trust in media, examining potential biases in reporting and the impact on shaping public opinion. The conversation also t…
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Breaking Down No Labels' Strategy in 2024 with No Labels Chief Strategist Ryan Clancy
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31:48In this episode of Practically Political, hosts Dave Spencer and Carrie Sheffield are joined by Ryan Clancy, chief strategist for No Labels, to discuss the organization's strategy for the 2024 presidential election. No Labels aims to provide an alternative choice to the American public by potentially fielding a unity ticket. Clancy shares updates o…
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School Choice, Embryos, and Trump's Potential Second Term
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21:54In this episode of Practically Political, hosts Dave Spencer and Carrie Sheffield engage in a lively discussion on several pressing political issues. They start by examining Alabama's decision to grant personhood to embryos and its potential impact on IVF treatments, debating the ethics and political implications. Next, they delve into the topic of…
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Examining Russia's Strategy in Ukraine with Maria Snegovaya
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26:51In this episode, Maria Snegovaya, an expert on Russian affairs, discusses the situation surrounding Alexei Navalny and the actions of Vladimir Putin. She highlights the boldness of Putin's actions and the impact of Russia's relationship with China. Snegovaya also discusses the incentives for Putin's actions, including the perceived weakness of the …
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Border Security, Ukraine Aid Debates, and Holding Fathers Responsible
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24:26Dave Spencer and Carrie Sheffield discuss the latest debates around border security and immigration policy, including Republican calls to impeach Secretary Mayorkas and bipartisan negotiations around a border security bill. They also cover disagreements over aid to Ukraine in its war with Russia. Additionally, they debate a proposal to financially …
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Nikki Haley • Ron DeSantis • Trump Running Mate
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26:15Welcome to another riveting episode of "Practically Political" with your hosts Dave Spencer and Carrie Sheffield. In this episode, we dive deep into the dynamic world of American politics, dissecting the latest developments and speculating on the future landscape. Join us as we unravel the intriguing journey of Nikki Haley and explore the twists an…
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Carrie and Dave wrap up 2023 with all the news headlines they were watching this year and look ahead to 2024 that will surely be a year for the record books.By Practically Political
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Hunter Biden • Ukraine and Israel • Gavin Newsom & Ron DeSantis
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28:36In this conversation, Dave Spencer and Carrie Sheffield discuss various political topics. They start by discussing the refusal of Hunter Biden to testify publicly and the motives behind the Republican party's focus on him. They then move on to the debate between Gavin Newsom and Ron DeSantis, comparing the policies and performance of California and…
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Hosts Carrie Sheffield and Dave Spencer are joined by author Lexi Hudson to discuss her new book "The Soul of Civility" and how we can promote respect and human dignity even amidst political and cultural divides. They cover topics like social segregation, mutual harm from incivility, reclaiming civic responsibility, the timeless challenge of "other…
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Nikki Haley's Rise and Mike Pence's Fall: The Changing GOP Primary
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34:05In this week's episode of Practically Political, hosts Dave Spencer and Carrie Sheffield discuss the latest developments in American politics. Topics include Mike Pence's potential testimony related to the January 6th hearings, the exit of presidential candidates like Larry Elder and Mike Pence, and the rise of Nikki Haley as a potential alternativ…
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