The Mike Van Meter Show

The November Mid-Terms are quickly approaching and Republicans in Northern Virginia do not have a plan. What can we do about it? In this episode I discuss the practical things we all can do to help our candidates. Music-Scott Buckley-Monomyth, The Fury

Jacob "Jake" VandenPlas is currently a Republican candidate running for the Wisconsin State Senate to represent District 1 in the upcoming August 11, 2026, primary election. His campaign emphasizes fiscal responsibility, government accountability, agricultural independence, defense of second amendment rights, and robust support systems for veterans across the state. Music-Scott Buckley-Monomyth, The Fury

Last week I was invited to participate in a debate on Al-Jezeera-English regarding President Trumps Legacy by Reshaping DC. I was debating a former candidate for DC Mayor, and it gets a bit feisty at times! You will not want to miss this discussion. Music-Scott Buckley-Monomyth, The Fury

I don't know why we are fooling around with Iran right now. Here are my thoughts on what I think we should do as well as some thoughts on the upcoming Congressional Mid-Term elections. Music-Scott Buckley-Monomyth, The Fury  

In this episode I dispel the myth that Robert Mueller was a great FBI Director. Mueller did a tremendous amount of damage to the FBI, and it will likely take a decade to recover from his legacy.  Music-Scott Buckley-Monomyth, The Fury

Marc Defant is a professor of geology at the University of South Florida who authored the 2025 paper "Evolutionary Psychology and the Crisis of Empirical Rigor in Feminist Studies," published in Sexuality & Culture. The paper critiques feminist studies for prioritizing ideology over empirical evidence, using evolutionalry psychology to challeng concepts like pariarchy, social constructionism, fat studies, rape theories, and ecofiminism. Defant argues these ideas often ignore biological ralities, such as sex differences in reproductive investment, and function more as political advocacy then rigorous scholarship. In this episode, Professor Defant discuss this paper and it's impact on academia. www.marcdefant.com Music-Scott Buckley-Monomyth, The Fury

Today I had a great discussion with Kim Farington, a Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate from Virginia. We have a conversation about her extensive experience in government, cybersecurity, and small business leadership. Farington brings over 30 years of federal service, having served as chief accountant at the US Office of Personnel Management and as CEO of KTech, her own cybersecurity and financial management firm. The race for the next election has already begun! www.kimforvirginia.com Music-Scott Buckley-Monomyth, The Fury

In this episode I get some updates from Rob Carson from Newsmax's The Rob Carson Show. He shares some major updates in his life, his move back to Northern Virginia, and the miraculous recovery he has experienced. This episode with give hope and encouragement to people who are struggling with addiction and show that you can indeed get through difficult times. Music-Scott Buckley-Monomyth, The Fury

In this episode I speak with John Reid-veteran broadcaster, public servant, and Virginia's Republican candidate for Lieutenant Governor-to talk about leadership, resilience, and restoring trust in public service. I discuss Reid's unconventional campaign style, the challenges of connecting with voters across ideological divides, and the lessons he's drawn on the campaign trail. We touch on themes of integrity in government, reforming public institutions, and reclaiming civil discourse in Virginia politics in light of the rhetoric of violence being spread by the Democrats. www.JohnReidForVirginia.com Music-Scott Buckley-Monomyth, The Fury

James Comey has been indicted...finally. In this episode I give some reaction to this news and also give some insight into my interactions with this truly strange man. Music-Scott Buckley-Monomyth, The Fury