The Voice of Reason with Andy Hooser

Larry Behrens: Sanctuary Cities, Crime Rates, and the Reset in US Energy Markets

Guest Larry Behrens, Power the Future, joins to discuss latest deals increasing US oil demand on the global stage. Did Trump take the power away from Putin by making Europe rely on US oil more than Russian oil? Discussion of Trump admin ending alternative energy subsidies. How long will solar and wind companies survive? 
Boston and other liberal cities push back on ICE and federal authorities cleaning up streets of illegal criminals. What's your alternative to making cities safer? Discussion of DC crime rates, deportation numbers, and more. 

Spencer Morrison: Peace Deals, Trade Deals, and US Influence on the World

Guest Spencer Morrison, author "ReShore", joins to discuss ongoing trade and tariff deals through the Trump administration. Could we see trade surpluses, and even more manufacturing independence? Discussion of energy exports, trade war with China, and big wins in Europe. 
European leaders joins Ukraine President in Washington to discuss ongoing peace agreements between Russia and Ukraine. How much is the US really funding the conflict, and are European leaders really serious about ending the war? 

Brittany Madni: The Socialism Experiment, Nationwide Redistricting, and Myths of the OBBBA

Guest Brittany Madni, Economic Policy Innovation Center, joins to discuss the myths and lies about the One Big Beautiful Bill. Are we really cutting social programs like Medicaid, and what is the future of social programs look like? Discussion of the federal budget, budget cuts, and more. 
Some conservatives call for the victory of Mamdani in New York to showcase the failures of socialism. Do we need the reminder of how back socialism can be, or are we letting the deep state grow? 
California continues to push to end GOP representation in response to Texas redistricting. 

Jim Pfaff: Trump/Putin Meeting, Ukraine Reponse, and Trump "Police State"?

Guest Jim Pfaff, The Conservative Caucus, joins to discuss the federalizing of DC to fight crime. Is it an "authoritarian power play", or the federal government taking back power it used to have? Discussion of crime rates, Democrat response, and more. 
President Trump and Putin meet in Alaska to discuss peace. Democrats pushback against Trump's peace discussions. What is the response from Ukraine, do they have any say in the negotiations, and are there actors behind the scenes wanting the conflict to continue?

Kansas Talk: Saturday August 16th, 2025

Happy Saturday!
Guest Bryan Frye, Sedgwick County GOP, joins to discuss upcoming off season elections, importance of local election season, and more. Discussion of the state of the Democrat party, local activism, and upcoming midterms. Celebrating 10year anniversary of show. 
Guest Danedri Herbert, Chairwoman Kansas GOP, joins to give update on arson attack against Johnson County GOP headquarters. Discussion of radicalism from left, violent rhetoric, and more. Who are Democrats pandering to as we get closer to midterm elections? 
Guest Flock Safety joins to discuss partnership with Wichita Police Department, and new technology to help fight crimes in communities. Discussion of new audio censored security cameras, and more. 
Guest Porkchop, Bulls Bands and Barrels, joins to discuss upcoming B3 rodeo and concert. 

Dr. Tyler Evans: Trump and Putin Meeting in Alaska. The Deep State Pushes Back. And Faith in the Healthcare Industry

Guest Dr. Tyler Evans, author "Pandemics, Poverty, and Politics", joins to discuss the lack of trust in the healthcare industry. Discussion of the COVID pandemic, the concerns of "mis information" being spread during the pandemic, and how to gain trust again by healthcare providers. 
President Trump and Putin meet in Alaska. Could we see an actual peace agreement? Discussion of power play by Putin and Zelenskyy, Trump's attempt to create a ceasefire, and more. Are there actors behind the scenes trying to keep the conflict going in Russia/Ukraine?

Marc Beckman/Christian Rasmussen: Labor Force, AI, and the Future of Technology. Plant Medicine and Healing of Humanity

Guest Marc Beckman, author "Some Future Day", joins to discuss the future of humanity with artificial intelligence. Discussion of future of labor force, AI replacing jobs, AI creating new jobs, and more. How much will we utilize AI soon in society with customer service, education, and more.?
Guest Christian Rasmussen, Nice Ethnobotanicals, joins to discuss society getting back to our roots through healing with plant medicine. Discussion of psychedelic therapies with mushrooms, mental health issues, and more. Will alternative healing methods become mainstream again?  

Abdullah Hayek: The Emerging of a New America and Foreign Policy of the US and the GOP

Guest Abdullah Hayek, Middle East History and Peace Fellow with Young Voices, joins to discuss the future of the Middle East. Discussion of Israel's plan to take over the Gaza strip, violence and military action between the IDF and other Arab nations. Can we see peace in the middle east anytime soon? How has foreign policy stance changed with Trump and the GOP.
Florida joins in on the idea of redistricting their Congressional lines. Are we seeing the formation of a whole new America? Discussion of representation in DC, states rights and federalism, and addressing the issue of gerrymandering nationwide.