The Voice of Reason with Andy Hooser

John Hart: Anti-American Propoganda, Cuban Revolution, and Government Spending Transparency

Guest John Hart, CEO of OpentheBooks.com, joins to discuss the longtime issue of "use it or lose it" budgeting within government. Why do agencies need to waste money at the end of the year in order to receive more the next year? Discussion of slush funds, fraud, wasteful spending, and more. 
Cubans begin to revolt as they battle the stand off with the United States. Could we see the end to communism in our hemisphere? 
As the Iranian conflict continues, the media seems more interested in showcasing and celebrating anti-American messaging, rather than cover the issue. 

Kansas Talk: Saturday March 13th, 2026

Happy Saturday!
Guest Kelly Bielefeld, Superintendent for USD 259, joins to discuss ongoing school year, decrease in student enrollment, trade school opportunities, the district's master plan, and more. 
Guest Amy Siple, practicing nurse and activist, joins to discuss latest Senate hearing on reforms with the board of nursing. Discussion of ongoing clerical issues, transparency, and nursing shortage in the state. 
Guest Scott Schwab, Secretary of State and candidate for Governor, gives an update on the campaign trail across the state. Discussion of new "JEANS" plan, revitalizing rural Kansas, and more. 
Guest US Senator Roger Marshall, Kansas, joins to give update from Washington DC. Discussion of ongoing DHS shutdown and ICE reforms, battles with the SAVE Act, and more. What is the latest with Iran, and can we get through filibuster votes in the Senate. 

Jared Knott: History in the Making, DHS Funding Backtrack, and the State of Dems vs GOP

Guest Jared Knott, historian and author "Tiny Blunders/Big Disasters" series, joins to discuss how Trump's foreign policy is changing history in real time. Discussion of the history of Iran, removing radicalism in the region, and the future of Iran. Discussion of cartels and organized crime, and the challenges to fix our hemisphere. 
Democrats begin to pivot on DHS funding and shutdown. As spring break hits, TSA workers work double time without pay. Will it work? 
Democrats show they are out of touch with constituents, while more jump on board the Trump populist movement. 

Roger Marshall: SAVE Act Rhetoric vs. Fact, DHS Shutdown, and the Democrat Agenda

Guest US Senator Roger Marshall, Kansas, joins to discuss latest out of Washington DC. Discussion of SAVE Act battle and rhetoric from the left. Can we get the bill over the finish line? Senate continues to battle DHS funding and the radical left pushing to abolish ICE. 
Democrats ramp up the talking points on SAVE Act. Is it really as bad as they say? Democrats push to go "line by line" through DHS funding...do they really want to do that?

Adam Castillo: Iran Update, Identity Politics, DHS Shutdown, and the American Dream

Guest Adam Castillo, American businessman and author of "Finding our Voice", joins to discuss his experience overseas during COVID, and during a civil war in Myanmar. How can we become a leader in a time of crisis and chaos. Discussion of interests of China, potential WWIII, and more. 
Iran update from President Trump. Are we getting closer to regime change? 
Democrats play the identity politics with latest bombings in NYC, "baffled" about the concern of radicalism.

Jimmy Dore/Dennis Kneale: Iran Update, Timeline of Conflict, and the America First Agenda

Guest Jimmy Dore, stand up comedian/podcaster/political commentator, joins to discuss the concern about the beginning of WWIII. Are we there? Discussion of the Trump agenda with Iran, taunting China, and how influential is Israel on the issue? 
Guest Dennis Kneale, author and journalist, joins to discuss the media portrayal of the Iran conflict. Discussion of the divide within MAGA, the deeper agenda with Trump, and ending radicalism in the middle east. Has Donald Trump betrayed the American first agenda, or are we ending violence around the world? 

Kent Strang: NYC Attacks, Iran and Terrorism, SAVE Act, and the Push for Affordability

Guest Kent Strang, Managing Director for Americans for Prosperity, joins to discuss new push to bring affordability and prosperity. Discussion of permitting reform, de-regulating, and a focus on the private sector. Are we moving in the right direction on make the private sector grow? Discussion of upcoming midterm elections, and more. 
Latest in New York City attacks, the concerns about terrorism, and the increase in violence. Is it due to the Iranian transition, or something deeper? 
President Trump pushes Congress to pass the SAVE Act. 

Jake Coleman/Twila Brase: Minnesota Fraud, Election Recaps, and Healthcare Costs

Guest Jake Coleman, Americans for Prosperity State Director for Minnesota, joins to recap Congressional hearings with Governor Tim Walz. Discussion of the fraud spending in the state, corruption within state government, and working with candidates to turn the state around with midterm elections. 
Guest Twila Brase, Citizens Council for Health Freedom, joins to discuss healthcare costs, health insurance, and a system built to profit off of illness. Can we turn the system around to stop profiting from people being sick, and focus on ways to prevent illness and keep people healthy?