Kim Strassel: Dismantling USAID And The Department Of Education

How can you cleanse and improve your gut health?   While the Make America Healthy Again movement has highlighted issues in America's ingredients, other methods exist to live healthier lives. Martha revisits her conversation with Clinical Herbalist Olivia Amitrano, who describes why the world's oldest form of healing, holistic medicine, can change lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the first 100 days of President Trump's second term come to an end, journalist, author, director, and senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, Matthew Continetti, covers President Trump's economic policies. He explains why President Trump uses tariffs as helpful leverage to persuade foreign auto companies to move more of their production to the U.S.    Later, Matthew describes the ongoing negotiations between the U.S. and Russia and the potential minerals deal between the U.S. and Ukraine. He also discusses the pressure on European allies to increase their military spending and capabilities in response to the Trump administration's pressure.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Martha revisits her conversation with CEO and Co-Founder of Hallow, a Catholic app for prayer, Alex Jones, to discuss what inspired the creation of the world's #1 prayer and meditation app. Alex shares his love of meditation apps and the structure they provide, which sparked his desire to share God's message digitally. The Hallow app has provided hope and prayer to millions, and it's doing so despite a polarized political climate. Alex also shares how they connected influential people like Mark Wahlberg and Jonathan Roumie to the Hallow App.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

FOX News Senior Correspondent and Host of the Searching For Heroes podcast, Benjamin Hall shares the inspirational story behind his new book, Resolute: How We Humans Keep Finding Ways to Beat the Toughest Odds. In the book, Benjamin reflects on his recovery process after being severely injured while reporting on the war in Ukraine, and the invaluable role faith played in his recovery process.  Benjamin and Martha also discuss the significant changes that have occurred since the start of the Russia-Ukraine war.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Over one month ago, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. became the 26th Secretary of Health and Human Services. Co-founder of Truemed and co-author of the book "Good Energy," Calley Means provides a progress update on the Make America Healthy Again Movement. After Secretary Kennedy began his role, President Trump crafted the MAHA commission which focuses on how to get children healthier. Calley also discusses MAHA's recent accomplishments and future priorities, including changing the "grass standard," which allows a system where food companies self-police the ingredients in their food. He explained that Secretary Kennedy aims to drive radical transparency in the food industry.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fox News contributor and member of The Wall Street Journal editorial board Kimberley Strassel discusses with Martha her two most recent Wall Street Journal pieces, "Dismantling USAID" and "Trump's School Choice."   Kimberly covers the Trump administration's efforts to change the federal education system, which includes downsizing the Department of Education. She argues that it has become a political tool for teachers' unions and suggests the Trump administration wants to return control to local districts.    Regarding USAID, she also mentions the Trump administration is reviewing and aiming to cut ineffective programs while maintaining critical aid efforts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As President Trump closes on the first fifty days of his presidency, the U.S. southern border has seen a significant reduction in border crossings. Custom Border Patrol Senior Advisor, Ron Vitiello explains with the influence of President Trump, United States Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem, and Border Czar Tom Homan, the Trump administration's initiative to strengthen border security has become effective, specifically through ending policies like catch and release. Strong leadership has also helped encourage U.S. border neighbors like Canada and Mexico to cooperate with border security and crack down on fentanyl trafficking.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After the contentious conversation between President Trump and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy in the White House Oval Office last week, a senior White House official reports the U.S. will pause all military aid to Ukraine.    Former Moscow CIA Chief and FOX News Contributor Dan Hoffman provides his expert opinion on the ongoing events and conversations between the U.S. and Ukraine. He discusses the best plan of action to get Russia to the negotiating table. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In honor of Ash Wednesday, Martha looks back at her conversation with 'The Chosen' actor Jonathan Roumie and the current rector of Saint Patrick's Cathedral, Father Enrique Salvo. They discuss the meaning behind Lent sacrifices and the importance of the next 40 days.   Later, they highlight the Hallow app which features guided prayers and various ways to connect Christians with their faith during this holy season.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Counselor to President Trump, Alina Habba, recaps the first cabinet meeting of President Trump's second term. She shares the collaborative dynamic between President Trump's cabinet, regardless of whether the cameras and press were in the room. Alina praises the administration for its lack of infighting, which she notes isn't always the case for other administrations.    Alina and Martha also discuss the dynamic in the West Wing, especially how others are working with senior Trump advisor Elon Musk.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices