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The show kicks off with Hours 1 and 2 diving into 2A Tuesday, featuring discussions on personal safety, firearms, and non-lethal self-defense with Brian Gans, CEO of Byrna. Listeners learn about alternatives to carrying a firearm, including pepper- and tear-gas projectiles, legal hurdles in states like California, and options for everyday carry. The conversation balances practical self-defense advice with broader Second Amendment perspectives. Hour 3 shifts to societal and workplace issues, spotlighting blunt career guidance from the McDonald’s CEO about personal responsibility, the evolving labor market, and debates around wages and employment expectations. Hour 4 moves into high-profile legal and political stories: Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway discusses Chinese asset enforcement, parental access to minor medical records, and Amendment 3 ballot issues; Wisconsin’s controversial judge trial is analyzed with Jeff Monasso; and the Colorado Tina Peters case, including Trump’s pardon and potential federal involvement, is examined with Ryan Wiggins. The show blends legal insight, political analysis, and practical advice, giving listeners a full spectrum of current events, civil liberties, and cultural commentary.

This hour opened with a light note on weather before diving into major legal and political stories. Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway discussed coordinated pro-China attacks on her office related to a $24 billion judgment against China, as well as the BJC controversy allowing minors to deny parental access to certain medical records—a loophole she says the legislature must fix. The conversation then shifted to Wisconsin, where Judge Hannah Duggan’s trial began over allegations she helped an illegal immigrant evade ICE, with coverage from Jeff Monasso explaining the federal case and potential consequences. Next, Ryan Wiggins discussed the Colorado Tina Peters case, detailing her nine-year sentence despite being a whistleblower and the federal pardon issued by President Trump, highlighting ongoing concerns over election security and machine manipulation linked to Venezuela. The hour wrapped with a lighter note on a successful local food drive organized by Wiggins, raising thousands for Operation Food Search. The final segment examined drama surrounding Candace Owens’ meeting with Erica Kirk and Trump’s controversial remarks on the late Rob Reiner, critiquing public reactions and social media narratives.

Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway joined the show to discuss multiple pressing issues. She explained the state’s $24 billion judgment against China and the ongoing efforts to seize assets, including those in the U.S., amid counter-suits. Hanaway addressed the controversy over BJC allowing minors aged 12–18 to deny parents access to certain medical records, noting this stems from longstanding Missouri law and may require legislative updates. She also provided insight into the recent redistricting and abortion-related ballot language, affirming the ruling as a win for pro-life advocates while emphasizing the need for an organized campaign supporting Amendment 3.

Hour 3 covers a mix of practical, personal, and lighter topics. It opens with Michelle McBride, St. Charles County Collector of Revenue, explaining delays with senior property tax bills and how residents can still pay on time despite online portal issues. Next, Todd Pyro of Fox & Friends First shares humorous reflections on holiday gift-giving, taxes, and real estate in Connecticut. The hour continues with 2A Tuesday, featuring Brian Gans, CEO of Berna, who discusses non-lethal firearms designed for personal safety and the regulatory challenges in states like California. The final segment, Kim on a Whim, highlights a viral video of the McDonald’s CEO advising employees to take personal responsibility for their careers, sparking a conversation on workforce culture, minimum wage expectations, and post-COVID labor issues.

In 2A Tuesday, Brian Gans, CEO of Byrna, discusses non-lethal firearms designed for personal protection. Gans shares the story behind developing Byrna, emphasizing situations where carrying a lethal firearm may not be ideal. He explains how these CO₂-powered launchers shoot chemical irritant projectiles that temporarily incapacitate an assailant without causing permanent harm. The segment covers the different models available, legal restrictions in certain states, and how non-lethal options can complement traditional firearms for safety. The conversation also touches on California’s restrictions on ammunition sales for these devices and the broader debate on personal defense.

Hour 2 begins with a light discussion on unusual weather before diving into serious topics. Mary Katherine Martin of the Thomas Moore Society shares a victory over Kirkwood School District for airing an LGBTQ+ video without parental consent, emphasizing parents’ rights to opt out and assert religious freedom. Former Senator John Lamping critiques Republican hesitation on redistricting and filibuster strategies, while analyzing St. Louis County’s $81 million budget deficit and regional economic shifts. The hour closes with lighter “In Other News” stories: a man found in a Waymo trunk, Merriam-Webster’s 2025 word of the year “slop,” Denny’s syrup-filled sneakers, and a Kentucky DoorDash driver jailed for pepper-spraying a customer’s food.

Former Senator John Lamping discusses national and local politics, criticizing Republicans for avoiding aggressive strategies in redistricting battles and reflecting on the Indiana and Missouri examples. He highlights the strategic importance of gerrymandering, filibuster dynamics, and the consequences of political caution. On a local level, Lamping examines St. Louis County’s $81 million budget deficit, attributing it to population shifts, economic decline, and one-party dominance. He also notes regional growth trends in St. Charles and Chesterfield counties, connecting infrastructure projects to broader demographic and economic changes, and emphasizes the long-term implications for local governance and business.

Marc kicks off the morning with a raspy voice but a full show ahead, fresh from honoring Officer Addison Boyette in Wentzville for “Feed Our First Responders.” The hour moves from Walmart’s food reform and global gun control debates to Trump’s controversial post on Rob Reiner’s death — a point Kim says hurts the GOP’s image despite his strong record. “Kim on a Whim” takes aim at crime data manipulation in D.C., exposing how police leaders fudge numbers to appease political bosses. The hour wraps with word that Missouri AG Katherine Hannaway has been targeted by Chinese bots after the state’s COVID lawsuit win, sparking laughs — and a warning about fake accounts and online scams.

In this fiery “Kim on a Whim,” Kim and Marc dig into reports that D.C.’s outgoing police chief manipulated crime data to make the city appear safer—echoing tactics seen in other Democrat-run cities. They call out the broader trend of political pressure leading departments to downgrade or bury serious offenses, undermining victims and public trust. Kim argues the manipulation should carry legal consequences, not quiet resignations, while Marc says it’s part of a nationwide refusal to face the real roots of crime. The segment ends with sharp humor about “defund” activists living with their own policies—a mix of outrage and satire that defines Kim’s weekly spotlight.