The Voice of Reason with Andy Hooser

The Voice of Reason- Thursday October 5th, 2023

Guest Joe Brocato, author "Hit it Off", joins to discuss ways for the next generation to pave the way for success. Discussion of the belief in the "American Dream", ways to work your way up to career, building relationships, and more. 
Joe Biden pushes for more student loan forgiveness. Did SCOTUS already kill that? Discussion of devaluing university. Are colleges branching out into further "useless" courses for profit? One college in Kansas teaching "sociology of Taylor Swift"...really?

The Voice of Reason- Tuesday October 3rd, 2023

Guest Richard Vague, author "The Paradox of Debt", joins to discuss private debt vs public debt in the US. Discussion of government debt compared to private business and personal debt in the nation. How do we get spending back on track, and budgets in order?
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy has been ousted as Speaker...what's next? Discussion of debate before vote, and how GOP members can unite. Can we see a better Speaker...or will Democrats take advantage of the situation?

The Voice of Reason- Monday October 2nd, 2023

Guest Matthew Weiss, 2nd Lt of USMC and author "We Don't Want You Uncle Sam", joins to discuss why Generation Z is not joining the military. Discussion of mental health, physical attributes, military "wokeness" and the next generation of those defending the nation. 
Congress passes continuing resolution over the weekend. McCarthy praises conservative agenda, while...not cutting spending. 
Matt Gaetz pushes to oust McCarthy as speaker...who would take up the position? 

The Voice of Reason HR 2- Saturday September 30th, 2023

Senate prepares to vote for stop gap funding bill. Discussion of empty Democrat seat after passing of Feinstein, and future of federal budget discussions. 
Robert F Kennedy Jr. set to announce Presidential run as independent candidate....who will he pull votes from? Discussion of 3rd party candidates and the "upset" candidates in races. 

The Voice of Reason HR 1- Saturday September 30th, 2023

Guest Steve Bonta, Executive Senior Editor "The New American", joins to discuss ongoing UAW strike. Discussion of deeper reason for strike, change in auto industry, push for EVs and more. Are union working trying to be like government workers?
House passes stopgap funding bill hours before shutdown...what does the bill look like? Discussion of McCarthy and his "conservative" approach to preventing government shutdown. 

Kansas Talk- Saturday September 30th, 2023

Happy Saturday!
Guest State Representative Stephen Owens, joins to discuss talks of "reforming" bail bond industry in Kansas. What would the state look like it we end private bonds like Illinois and other states? Discussion of posting bail and private vs public sectors. 
Guest Sedgwick County Sheriff Jeff Easter, joins to discuss crime rates, officer shortages, and drug enforcement. Discussion of fentanyl issues and battle against fentanyl in community. 
Kansas GOP set to vote on "rule changes". 
 

The Voice of Reason- Friday September 29th, 2023

Dianne Feinstein passes at 90. Discussion of voting record and politicians holding onto seats until death...is it the right thing to do? Gavin Newsom now needs to find replacement for Senate seat...who could it be? 
Government shutdown looming after House votes down stopgap funding bill. How can a government shutdown effect you? GOP looks to oust McCarthy as speaker. 

The Voice of Reason- Thursday September 28th, 2023

Guest Congressman Bob Latta, 5th District Ohio, joins to discuss latest from DC and budget debates. Will we see a government shutdown in a few days?
GOP primary debate recap. Are we seeing a difference in generational politics?
Trump speaks to UAW workers.