Best Christopher Hensley Podcasts (2025)

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Money Matters Episode 329- Federal Job Cuts 2025 W/ Brian Kuhn 29:06

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Federal employees are facing one of the most disruptive years in modern history. Over 275,000 positions have been impacted through layoffs, buyouts, and reclassifications — and many workers are left wondering: What now? To help us make sense of it all, I welcomed back Brian Kuhn, a seasoned financial advisor and federal benefits expert who first ap…

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Selling Truth with Corey Frank: Strategies, Stumbles, and the Soul of the Sale 52:58

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In this high-energy episode, Chris sits down with sales sage, Corey Frank, of Branch 49 at Grand Canyon University’s Canyon Ventures. Together, they unpack the real art of selling—what it takes to close a deal, be a true resource to your customer, and build trust in a noisy market. From the fundamentals of great sales strategy to the epic stumbles …

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Jerri Green, Alex Hensley, and Dr. Ollie Liddell 59:47

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Episode Notes My guests include Memphis City Councilwoman Jerri Green. To say there are a lot of issues and items on the city council agenda including balancing the budget, pay raises and how to fund MATA not to mention crime rates and citizen safety. She joins me with an update. Alex Hensley is a political, policy and advocacy expert. Recently, sh…

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Holy Hot Takes! - Schweikert’s Stumble, Dhillon’s Defense, Marco 24:36

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On this explosive episode of Light Beer | Dark Money - Chris is solo and goes deep into the headlines with several #HotTakes the mainstream won’t touch. Congressman David Schweikert missed the vote on the Big Beautiful Bill, and Chris suggests it may be time for a Chief of Staff shake-up to get him back on task. In a bold legal strike, Harmeet Dhil…

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Caps, Gowns & Culture Wars: A Graduation Salute 13:21

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In this special graduation-themed episode, Chris and Sean celebrate the season of academic milestones—From Sean’s daughter finishing Kindergarten and his son graduating from Barry Goldwater Highschool - to Chris’ son graduating from All Saints 8th grade, these are some proud papas They also shine a light on a proud family achievement: Chris’ mom, G…

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Biden’s Original Sin: The Cover-Up, the Cancer, and the Crisis 39:21

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Chris and Sean expose the stunning hypocrisy of Biden insiders and the media elite who now claim ignorance about the President’s mental decline — despite years of evidence they helped bury. They dig into Original Sin, the explosive new book by CNN’s Jake Tapper and Axios’ Alex Thompson, and call out Tapper for profiting off the very cover-up he onc…

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Tamarques Porter, John Covington, and Dr. Chuck Lester 57:28

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Episode Notes My guests include MSCS board member Tamarques Porter. A lot has happened the last few months and as we put the wrap on another school year, I ask him how challenging it’s been and what he hopes to see moving forward. Next, speaking of challenges, crime continues to a major concern in the city and for the law enforcement community. Mem…

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Schweikert Breaks Down the Tax Fight — and Trump’s Qatar Controversy 57:13

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Congressman David Schweikert checks in from Capitol Hill after a marathon markup session on the GOP’s “One Big Beautiful Bill.” He gives a clear-eyed breakdown of what’s at stake if Congress fails to extend key provisions of the 2017 Tax Reform Act — and how Republicans are working to protect working-class Americans from looming tax hikes. He also …

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Money Matters Episode 328- The Little Book of Data w/ Justin Evans 26:05

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🎥 NEW EPISODE: The Hidden Currency of Data — with Justin Evans Is data the new oil… or is it something even more valuable? In this episode of Money Matters, I sit down with Justin Evans, author of the upcoming Little Book of Data (dropping this June), to unpack how data is reshaping money, business, and your everyday life. 💡 You’ll learn: Why data …

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The American Pope, Trump’s Wins, Biden Bumbles & The Alarm Still Rings 40:42

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In this episode of Light Beer | Dark Money, Chris and Sean kick things off with a spirited exchange about the newly elected Pope Leo XIV —exploring how his distinctly American sense of faith and leadership presents a defining opportunity for the global Church. Rejecting rigid labels of liberal or conservative, they dive into his unapologetically Ca…

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Steve Mulroy, Eric Barnes, and Bobby White 57:03

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Episode Notes My guests include Shelby County District Attorney Steve Mulroy. We discuss the state case of the three former officers who were accused along with two more of killing Trye Nichols. Charged with 21 counts and found not guilty on all counts. The city is reeling and he shares his thoughts. Eric Barnes is the CEO of the Daily Memphian and…

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American Pope, British Trade, and MAHA Rising 40:05

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Habemus Papam — and he's American! Chris celebrates being right about a historic pick, and Sean reflects on the personal significance of the new Pope choosing the name Leo. From Rome to 10 Downing Street, they break down Trump’s bold new trade deal with the UK, what it means for Europe, and how China might respond. Plus, the controversial nominatio…

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Robson in Free Fall 57:21

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Chris and Sean are back covering some biting revelations for the Karrin Taylor Robson gubernatorial campaign being reported by Axios. Some key Trump advisors have had enough and are leaving the campaign. Chris and Sean break it down and explain what it means going forward. Meanwhile, votes are happening in Rome which will affect the entire the Cath…

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Anasa Troutman, Durell Cowan, and Torrey Harris 57:06

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Episode Notes My guest include Anasa Troutman, Executive Director, Clayborn Temple Restoration. We all know about the fire that destroyed the iconic structure that served as a living, Breathing symbol of the Civil Rights movement, a meeting place for Dr. King and the sanitation workers. She talks about its history and if any part of it can be saved…

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Jake Duffy Weighs In 51:42

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Jake Duffy of the Duffy- Matthias group at Baird joins the show to discuss all things markets and tariffs... The latest GDP numbers were released yesterday and show a mixed bag of both export declines and yet increases in business investment and stable consumer spending. What does this mean? And how are people trying to spin it? They also discuss t…

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Two Words for Trump's First 100 Days - Scott Bessent 26:44

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The Trump Administration's first 100 days can only be described as a constant rollercoaster movie of twists and turns and ups and downs, as we have consistently run out of popcorn while spilling it all over the floor. We see a dichotomy of policy and results. With immigration - an overwhelmingly secure border, but lawfare bogging down the ability t…

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Dr. Marie Feagins, Michelle McKissack, and Torrey Harris 58:15

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Episode Notes My guests include Education leader Dr. Marie Feagins. She joins me to discuss an upcoming event she is participating in this week called Take A Seat where she will discuss leading in high-stakes roles and preparing the next leaders to carry the mantle. Next, MSCS Board member Michelle McKissack returns to discuss the pause in the prop…

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Arizona Punches Above Its Political Weight 53:26

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Chris and Sean begin march down musical memory lane remembering past concerts of U2, REM, Echo and the Bunnymen, RUSH, and REO Speedwagon on an everything 80's music rant - before remembering an esteemed member of the Arizona congressional delegation - Andy Biggs - is an accomplished musician. Andy is also leading Karin Taylor Robson by some 30 or …

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Hyrox, His Holiness, Hegseth & Hot Takes 50:02

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Chris and Sean are back — and they’re covering everything from fitness to foreign policy. Sean kicks things off with tales from his latest HYROX race over Easter break, then the conversation shifts to Rome as they unpack the death of Pope Francis. What kind of pope was he? Who’s next? And yes, they’re both rooting for Cardinal Timothy Dolan in thei…

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Dr. Kandace Thomas, and Dr. Russell Wigginton 32:27

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Episode Notes My guests include Dr. Kandace Thomas, Executive Director of First 8 Memphis. They are celebrating a big win with a resolution that approves a partnership with Shelby County and the City of Memphis to establish universal, need-based Pre-K. This has been proven to improve grade school and high school education rates. She tells me why th…

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Homelessness... Up in Smoke 26:00

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Entrepreneur, Beverage Industry Leader, Cannabis Pioneer, and serial Philanthropist, Smoke Wallin, joins Chris and Sean for a wide-ranging discussion of his amazing life. His latest passion is a growing non-profit called Dignity Moves, which constructs low-cost, modular housing for homeless at a fraction of the cost of government approaches. It mig…

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KeShaun Pearson, John Lewis, and Vincent Perry 57:42

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Episode Notes My guests include KeShaun Pearson, Executive Director, Memphis Community Against Pollution. The Elon Musk backed xAI Supercomputer project has caused quite a bit of controversy in our community, the latest issue is the possibility of polluted air and the harm to residents. KeShaun will tell me why he is concerned and others are as wel…

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Money Matters 327- From Paycheck to Purpose W/ Derrick Kinney 30:27

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What if more money wasn’t the end goal—but the beginning of your bigger purpose? In this episode of the Money Matters Podcast, host Christopher Hensley sits down with Derrick Kinney, Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author of Good Money Revolution and host of the Good Money Podcast. Derrick shares why traditional money advice is broken…

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Welcome to the Roller Coaster! 23:18

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Tariffs are on. Tariffs are off. Did Trump blink — or was it all part of the master plan? Either way, the markets went on a wild ride, and Chris and Sean are here to break it all down. They dive into the strategic shifts behind Trump’s latest move, the market’s whiplash reaction, and what it all means for free markets moving forward. Plus, Sean sha…

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Let’s Make a Deal! 44:31

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In this jam-packed episode, Chris and Sean tackle the hot-button issues shaping America’s future — tariffs, trade, housing, and immigration. Sean kicks things off with a hopeful reflection on his guest lecture at USC, where he spoke to political communication students about the next generation of leaders. Chris follows up with another sharp critiqu…

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Problematic Tariffs Pose 47:51

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Trump dumps a deluge of disastrous tariffs on a host of countries with little or no economic impact on the world while touting it as liberation of the American Economy? If the overall goal is to eliminate the income tax burden on Americans by shifting income tax revenue to tariffs, someone needs to explain this strategy more fully as the markets be…

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The U.S. Federal Government: The Biggest Grift in History 29:14

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Chris and Sean kick off this episode with a recap of Sean’s latest HYROX race in Washington, D.C., where he competed alongside his wife Elissa. Amid peak cherry blossom season, the energy in the capital was electric — a sign that D.C. is alive and thriving. From there, the conversation takes a sharp turn as the duo dives into the rampant waste, fra…

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Dr. Christopher Davis, Brian Stephens, and Thomas Burrell 57:11

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Episode Notes My guests include Dr. Christopher Davis, President of LeMoyne Owen College. He is reviving this historic HBCU and its recruitment efforts by forming a partnership with TN SW Community College. He shares with me how this came about and why it’s so important for students wanting the HBCU experience without leaving home. Next, when Presi…

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4 Fabulous Years of Faith, Freedom, and Free Enterprise. 49:14

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"Hey! Do you want to start a podcast?" Those were the fabled words of Chris Clements to Sean Noble four years ago that launched the Light Beer | Dark Money podcast in the meeting rooms of GCU's Canyon Ventures. Encouraged by Executive Director, Robert Vera, the podcast began with a few guests and sounded a lot like a bad SNL NPR skit. We've since g…

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Jeffrey Goldberg Has no Honor 41:05

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The editor of the Atlantic, Jeffrey Goldberg, was included on a national security thread this week by mistake. But, by his detailed article, you would think what was observed the scandal of the century... when all it really showed was a national security team absolutely on the same page and working together for the betterment of the country. Don't …

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Stephanie Love and Natalie McKinney, , Rachael Goodwin Spriggs, and Meka Egwuekwe 59:54

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Episode Notes My guests include two MSCS School Board members, Stephanie Love and Natalie McKinney. With all the drama involving the board which has now led to a possible legislative takeover drafted by Rep. Mark White, they tell me how they think we got here, and how will this action will affect the future education of our children. Also, the role…

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🎄 Chaos or Christmas Morning? Politics, Power, and Unraveling the Truth 47:46

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The Left is suddenly outraged over threats to judges ruling against Trump—but where was this outrage when Justice Kavanaugh and other Supreme Court justices were under fire? Chris and Sean break down the hypocrisy and the Trump administration’s push to restore judicial restraint as the Founders intended. Also in this episode: The U.S. drops to 24th…

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The Grijalva Machine Rolls On? 32:16

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Chris and Sean are back to discuss the latest immigration developments as a district judge inserts himself into the foreign policy prerogatives of the Trump presidency deporting hundreds of murderous international gangs. Meanwhile, the death of Congressman Raul Grijalva begs the question as to who will succeed him and how it will affect his politic…

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Ron Redwing, Mike Working, and Keith Norman 54:31

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Episode Notes On the next live and all new Real Talk Memphis; my guests include Ron Redwing who knows how important education is. This is why when he saw the situation with the school district take an unfortunate turn, he took action by forming the non profit group (SOS) or Save Our Schools. He explains his mission. The tragic shooting death of Pas…

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Reviving Classical Education: Richard Avramenko on Breaking Marxism’s Grip on Campus 31:59

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Richard Avramenko, the new director of the School of Civic and Economic Thought and Leadership (SCETL) at Arizona State University, joins the podcast for a deep dive into the power of classical education and why it’s critical for our future. He breaks down the decades-long grip of Marxist ideology on college campuses, shares his own journey into th…

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Here comes the Schumer Shutdown 29:36

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As if the Democrats don't have enough problems in formulating an adequate opposition to the Trump agenda, they seemingly have decided to jump the shark AND walk the plank by shutting down the government if they don't vote on the Republican CR in the Senate. Apparently, there were many glum Democratic Senators emerging from 2 hours of strategy earli…

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Weird Phoenix Weather, Weird Politics! 20:52

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Phoenix weather is acting up, spring training is in full swing, and Hollywood stars are in town—just the warm-up before Chris and Sean dive into the big stories shaping the world. They break down the latest on a potential Ukraine-Russia ceasefire, the shifting rare earth minerals deal, and the tariff turmoil rattling markets. Meanwhile, DOGE keeps …

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Charlie Caswell and Britney Thornton, Carol Jackson, and Sam O'Bryant III 57:59

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Episode Notes My guests include County Commissioners Charlie Caswell and Britney Thornton. It's been a busy time as they are tackling several issues heading into budget season. I ask them about that and a possible change to the charter regarding term limits and possible recall for school board members. Next, we have heard many times about the impor…

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American Exceptionalism is BACK 50:24

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Jeffrey Utsch is a Constitutional Scholar who teaches Situational Leadership to many of the nation’s top CEO’s. For 30 years, he has trained Navy Seals in open water techniques and survival. Also, he was one of Chris and Sean’s first guests on the show almost four years ago. Jeff returns to defend the ideas of American Exceptionalism as enshrined i…

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Trump’s Big Speech, Explosive Oval Office Showdown, NATO’s failure 46:32

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Chris and Sean break down the biggest headlines from the past few days, including the explosive Oval Office showdown, the latest developments with NATO, Trump’s address to Congress, Pam Bondi’s mishandling of the Epstein files, and the highs and lows of the Oscars. Trump’s speech was a grand slam, while Democrats fumbled their response, alienating …

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Dr. Roderick Richmond, Dr. Tracy Hall, and Brian Harris 58:30

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Episode Notes My guests include Interim MSCS Superintendent Dr. Roderick Richmond who makes a first time visit. We all know where things stand with the district these days especially with the threat of a state takeover looming. I’ll ask him what he thinks of that possibility but more importantly, what his focus is with a new plan, and how to gain t…

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Trump, Bezos, Elon… a trifecta the Left freaks out about 46:48

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Jeff Bezos has announced that the Washington Post editorial page will be focused on two pillars: personal liberty and free enterprise. Chris wonders if Bezos has been listening to the podcast (Sean doubts that). Pam Bondi announces that some of the Epstein flight logs will be released and we discuss JFK files as well. DOGE continues its rooting out…

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Marc Thiessen And AEI Engage Trump 35:22

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Marc Thiessen is a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute (AEI) where he studies and writes about American presidential leadership and counterterrorism. Marc joins the show in an exclusive audio only podcast to discuss the work of AEI and its dramatic and crucial engagement with the Trump Administration. Marc and other AEI scholars are …

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Elon Musk Exposes Government Waste—And the Left Loses It. 41:01

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Elon Musk and DOGE continue to find waste, fraud, and abuse. And, Elon sends an email to federal workers asking “what did you do last week?” The Left is acting as if the Constitution itself is under attack – which means Elon must be doing something right. Chris and Sean discuss DOGE, presidential appointments, and how all this will fundamentally ch…

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Mayor Paul Young, Aarron Fleming, and Yolanda Cooper-Sutton 59:35

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Episode Notes My guests include the honorable Mayor of Memphis Paul Young who will give us an update on his plans for our city ahead in 2025. Next, there has been a lot in the news about the issues at the Shelby County Jail regarding its overall condition and the need for a new facility to be built. Daily Memphian reporter Aarron Fleming drops in t…

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Money Matters 326-Navigating Caregiving Challenges with Isabel Melgarejo 29:17

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Navigating Caregiving Challenges with Isabel Melgarejo | Money Matters Podcast In this episode of Money Matters with Christopher Hensley, we dive deep into the emotional and financial challenges of caregiving with special guest Isabel Melgarejo, caregiving planner and host of Time to Care: The Caregivers Podcast. What You’ll Learn: 🔹 The financial …

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America is back! 50:56

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Trump continues to shake things up every day, sending the liberal left into a constant tizzy. Elon and the DOGE effort are finding some of the most outrageous waste, fraud, and abuse that have ever been exposed. Chris and Sean dive into the machinations of what Trump is doing, and how Elon is fundamentally changing how we view the workings of gover…

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Bud Light Bottoms Out 26:04

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Raumesh Akbari and Antonio Harvey 58:38

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Episode Notes My guests include State Senator Raumesh Akbari. With so much on the table affecting both Memphis and Shelby County, this legislative session has faced intense focus. She joins me to discuss a state possible takeover of the MSCS Board, the threat to withhold state tax revenue to the tune of $75 million dollars if Memphis moves forward …

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Swing voters are happy with Trump! 24:01

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Rich Thau joins the podcast again, following his focus group of Arizona voters who voted for Biden in 2020 and Trump in 2024. There are a number of surprises – mostly that all of them are very happy with Trump and how quickly he is moving to make change. This is a must listen to anyone who wants to understand swing voters. To learn more go to www.s…