Jimmy at the Crossroads Podcast: Recent Episodes
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"JIMMY AT THE CROSSROADS," hosted by Jimmy Sengenberger in partnership with The Washington Examiner, is a new kind of political talk program: an audio podcast and video broadcast that is always vibrant and engaging, thoughtful and thought-provoking, free-flowing and fun.
"Jimmy at the Crossroads" isn’t your typical politics podcast, offering a special emphasis on how politics and economics interact – and impact your bottom line.
This week, Jimmy Sengenberger gets insights from Florida U.S. Senator Rick Scott on the infrastructure bill making its way through the U.S. Senate and the crisis in Cuba and President Biden's handling of the situation. Sen. Scott, as chairman of the National Republican Senatorial Committee, also shares his thoughts on the upcoming 2022 U.S. Senate elections.
Then, it's well past time we fund students, not systems! Leading advocate for school choice today, Corey DeAngelis of the American Federation for Children, joins the show to discuss reopening efforts, union shenanigans, growing school choice success, and more. If you like what you hear, please SUBSCRIBE to the podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio or TuneIn!
This week, Jimmy Sengenberger speaks with Wyoming U.S. Senator John Barrasso about President Biden's nominee for Director of the Bureau of Land Management, environmental activist Tracy Stone Manning. Biden has done this despite her history of diddling with eco-terrorism in the 1980s and lying about it. Sen. Barrasso also offers reflections on the life and legacy of former WY Sen. Mike Enzi, who passed away this week at age 77.
Then, has the promise of college fallen flat? How can we control the cost of college, which seems to ceaselessly be rising? Jimmy is joined by Heidi Ganahl, elected statewide Regent-at-Large for the University of Colorado, for insights.
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This week, host Jimmy Sengenberger goes in-depth with updates on the popular uprising in Cuba from Mailyn Salabarria, who escaped communist Cuba in 2001. Mailyn offers insights on the real drivers of Cuban protests against the their government (hint: it's not COVID-19), what the situation is like in Cuba now, the brutality of the communist regime, and much more.
Plus, Biden Press Secretary Jen Psaki revealed the White House is working with Facebook to flag posts with "disinformation" and "misinformation" about COVID-19 and the vaccines. Jimmy offers thoughts on this dangerous and unconstitutional action by the administration!
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On this week's podcast, Jimmy Sengenberger speaks with former Sen. Rick Santorum in-person at the Western Conservative Summit about the importancce of the filibuster to our republican form of government. Plus, we talk with Dr. James Lindsay, PhD., author of Cynical Theories: How Activist Scholarship Made Everything About Race, Gender, and Identity—and Why This Harms Everybody, at the Leadership Program of the Rockies Retreat. Plus, Jimmy breaks down how Biden's global corporate tax scheme will cripple America and updates on Michael Avenatti's sentencing.
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On today's podcast, Jimmy Sengenberger speaks with Charles Murray about his new book, "Facing Reality," talks in-person with Antifa expert Andy Ngo, and discusses Frederick Douglass's profound speech, "What to the slave is the 4th of July?"
In Episode 1 of the Jimmy at the Crossroads Podcast, host Jimmy Sengenberger speaks with Charles Murray, political scientist and Hayek Emeritus Scholar at the American Enterprise Institute, about his new book Facing Reality: Two Truths About Race in America.
Before the Murray interview, Jimmy walks through key parts of "What to the slave is the 4th of July?," an 1852 speech by the great abolitionist, Frederick Douglass, and how Independence Day is a reminder of the "saving principles" of the Declaration of Independence Douglass touted so passionately - and how wrong and off-base critical race theory really is.
Jimmy also shares his recent in-person interview at the Western Conservative Summit with Andy Ngo, the journalist, Antifa expert, and author of the book Unmasked: Inside Antifa's Radical Plan to Destroy Democracy.
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America's future is at stake, and our young people are the key to preserving Liberty. This all depends on winning the Long Game. Former Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker (@ScottWalker), now the president of the Young America's Foundation, joins Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) to explain YAF's new plan to do just that - called The Long Game.
Should U.S. presidents ACTUALLY aspire to be "Great?" Amity Shlaes (@AmityShlaes), board chair of the Calvin Coolidge Presidential Foundation, joins Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) to explore the dangers and pitfalls of presidents who do aspire to be "Great."
From his weak tone to his soft policies, Joe Biden is off to a bad start with China. Gordon G. Chang (@GordonGChang), author and Gatestone Institute Senior Fellow, rejoins Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) to discuss how things are going so far on many China-related topics.
The House of Mouse has gone woke. So have Apple and Amazon. How did so many corporations get this way - to the point where Woke Capitalists seem to have taken over? Stephen R. Soukup (@thepolforum), author of the new book "The Dictatorship of Woke Capital: How Political Correctness Captured Big Business," joins Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) to discuss!
GET THE BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/Dictatorship-Woke-Capital-Political-Correctness/dp/1641771429
Let's be real: The 1619 Project put out by The New York Times is, as Peter Wood puts it, "factually sloppy." Peter - who is president of the National Association of Scholars - joins Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) to discuss his new book, "1620: A Critical Response to the 1619 Project," the phony scholarship of the 1619 Project, and the danger of letting its curriculum into our schools.
GET THE BOOK: https://www.amazon.com/1620-True-Beginning-American-Republic-ebook/dp/B083ZJM14R
Schools across America are still taking far too long to reopen - and it's harming kids. Corey DeAngelis (@DeAngelisCorey), Director of School Choice at the Reason Foundation and adjunct scholar at The Cato Institute, rejoins Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) to break down what the data show about COVID-19 transmission in schools, the importance of getting kids back in the classroom NOW, and how the pandemic underscores the need to "fund students not systems."
Higher ed costs keep skyrocketing. Host Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) and many others contend that this is driven by the massive availability of student loans and grants. John Tamny (@JohnTamny), editor of RealClearMarkets and Director of the FreedomWorks Center for Economic Freedom, disagrees. In today's episode, they hash it out!
Student loan forgiveness IS a bad idea. But while many Republicans argue that we should oppose cancellation because it's "unfair," that's not really a strong argument. Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) explains why and breaks down how we got into this student loan crisis (it's government's fault!), why student loan forgiveness will actually making things worse, and what can be done instead of "debt cancellation."
Donald Trump may no longer be president, but what kind of legacy did he leave behind? Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) is joined by David L. Bahnsen (@DavidBahnsen) - managing partner of The Bahnsen Group and a National Review Institute Trustee - to explore the Trump presidency, his policy achievements, and how, in the end, Trump's personality got in the way of his own success.
The discussion stems from Bahnsen's National Review Jan. 17 essay, "A Final Assessment of the Trump Presidency, and the Path Forward."
Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) continues his interviews with the SIX new Millennial Republicans joining Congress (including 3 women). Congresswoman-elect Kat Cammack (@Kat_Cammack), just-elected for Florida's 3rd district, joins the show to discuss how Republicans can make inroads with Millennials and Gen Z, making history in Congress, key issues of the day, and more!
Syndicated columnist Ruben Navarrette (@RubenNavarretteJr) returns to talk with Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) about why Joe Biden is not "The One" to fix America's race problems, his focus on a diverse cabinet, why Trump made inroads with the black and Hispanic communities, and more.
Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) is joined by Stephen Moore (@StephenMoore) - co-founder of the Committee to Unleash Prosperity, adviser at FreedomWorks, and a member of President Trump's economic recovery task force - to shatter bad stimulus ideas, discuss what Congress should really be considering, and honor the late Dr. Walter E. Williams. Jimmy closes the show by commemorating Dr. Williams, the legendary free market economist who passed away Wednesday at 84.
Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) is rejoined by Fahad Nazer (@KSAEmbassySpox), official spokesperson for the Saudi Arabian Embassy in Washington, D.C. They discuss the virtual G-20 Summit, at which Saudi Arabia served as President for the first time ever; the current state of U.S.-Saudi relations; and where our countries' relationship - and concerns over issues like Iran - may go if Joe Biden in fact becomes President of the United States. (Recorded 11/25)
Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) sits down for the first in a series of interviews with the SIX new Millennial Republicans joining Congress (including 3 women). Congresswoman-elect Lauren Boebert (@LaurenBoebert), just-elected for Colorado's 3rd district, joins the show to discuss her passions for the U.S. Constitution, gun rights, reopening American businesses and schools, the state of politics today, and more!
Was the 2020 election process legitimate? Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) is joined by Wayne Williams, former Secretary of State of Colorado - the 3rd state to switch to statewide vote-by-mail, in 2013 - to extensively discuss three key questions that must be answered. These questions are posed by Jimmy and Suzanne Taheri, former Deputy Secretary of State for Colorado, in a new op-ed for The Washington Examiner.
It's November of 2020. Where do things now stand in America with Covid-19? What are we to make of the trends (positive cases, hospitalizations, mortality), treatments, vaccine development, and public policy actions?
Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) dives into these questions and more with three medical experts: Dr. Lee S. Gross, MD (Epiphany Health in FL, Docs 4 Patient Care Foundation), Dr. Nan Hayworth, MD (former NY Congresswoman), and Dr. Lewis Kohl, DO (CareMount Medical in NY).*
Do we really need another so-called "economic stimulus" bill this Fall? Washington Examiner contributor and "Breaking Boundaries" podcast host Brad Polumbo (@Brad_Polumbo) joins Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) on "Washington Examiner Wednesday" to explore why the another wasteful coronavirus "stimulus" package is NOT necessary and what to do instead.
Happy Halloween! Just a few days out from Election Day, Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) is joined by President Donald J. Trump (Mark Corrigan) for a wide-ranging interview on the state of the 2020 race!
Election Day is upon us. Are voters looking at character and personality or policy results in making their decision? Entrepreneur, political pundit, and talk show host Armstrong Williams (@Arightside), author of the new book "What Black and White America Must Do," joins Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) to explore why President Trump's results - not rhetoric - may win his reelection. They discuss the state of American politics in 2020, what Republicans need to do to keep making inroads in the black community, and more.
Just days away from Election Day, Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) talks with Denver-area musician and "regular dude" Josh Loun to go in-depth on why Josh, a 2016 Bernie DNC delegate, is now passionately ALL-IN for Trump 2020. What did he like about Bernie in 2016, what's changed, and why is voting Trump and full GOP in 2020?
With the second and final presidential debate Thursday night between Trump and Biden and Election Day less than two weeks away, what should we watch for during the home stretch? Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) is joined by Washington Examiner reporter Mica Soellner (@MicaSoellner) for "Washington Examiner Wednesday" to discuss!
As the Chinese Communist Party works diligently to expand its influence across the globe economically and otherwise, one of these areas appears to be international shipping and ports. Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) is joined by former U.S. Rep. Ernest Istook (@Istook), distinguished fellow at the Frontiers of Freedom Foundation, to field his thoughts on these developments. They also discuss unleashing the healthcare sector from the chains of over-regulation amidst the Covid-19 pandemic.
In Denver on Saturday 10/10, Benghazi veteran John "Tig" Tiegen and others held a Patriot Muster in Civic Center Park. Unlike the last time the Right held a rally in downtown Denver, the police separated both sides effectively - but this time, the Muster ended in the gunshot killing of Lee Keltner by Matthew Dolloff.
Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) is joined by Tiegen (@JohnTiegen), ex-CIA officer and former "The Blacklist" star Bazzel Baz (@BazzelBaz) - both attendees - and 710KNUS radio host and "Denver in Decay" director Steffan Tubbs (@SWTubbs) to delve into what happened over the weekend.
Watch Denver in Decay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nAbF2bKo2Fs
Taking good care of our environment is important. But what is the truth about the Left's environmental agenda, and is it as sincere and well-intentioned as they make it seem? PragerU's Will Witt (@TheWillWitt) joins Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) to expose the reality - and quasi-religiousity - of what's become a "Religion of Green."
With all the chaos and deception sweeping America in 2020, how are we to put truth to the lies? Fox News host Judge Jeanine Pirro (@JudgeJeanine) joins Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) to discuss. They explore the 2020 elections, SCOTUS issues, and her new book, "Don't Lie To Me: And Stop Trying To Steal Our Freedom."
Shortly after the 90th Anniversary of the founding of the modern Kingdom of Saudi Arabia ("Saudi National Day") as well as the historic Abraham Accords brokered by President Trump among the UAE, Bahrain, and Israel, Saudi Arabia's DC embassy spokesperson, Fahad Nazer (@KSAEmbassySpox), rejoins Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) to discuss both topics. They also explore the 75-year US-Saudi relationship, the near-universal threat Iran poses, and more.
As concern over voter fraud and rushed vote-by-mail grows, Mark Zuckerberg, Google, and others in Big Tech are working through a group called the Center for Tech and Civic Life to influence the 2020 presidential elections.
Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) discusses this threat with former Kansas Attorney General Phill Kline, Director of the Amistad Project at the Thomas More Society, where Kline is spearheading election integrity lawsuits in several states.
David Bossie (@David_Bossie), President of Citizens United, joins Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) to offer an insider's perspective on what President Donald Trump is really like "behind the curtain," as told in his new book with Cory Lewandowski, "Trump: America First: The President Succeeds Against All Odds." How does his public persona compare with "the real Trump?" They also break down Trump-Biden Debate #1, the Supreme Court debate, and progress in Trump's "America First" agenda.
Socialism is on the rise in America. How can it be stopped? Conservative author and documentarian Dinesh D'Souza (@DineshDSouza) rejoins Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) to discuss American socialism today and how to stop it, debunk socialist myths, and preview his new film "Trump Card: Beating Socialism, Corruption and the Deep State."
The battle over the next Supreme Court Justice, Amy Coney Barrett, is underway. What's the significance of this nomination in American political history, and where do we go from here with her confirmation?
Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) is joined by Ilya Shapiro (@iShapiro), director of The Cato Institute's Center for Constitutional Studies, to discuss Judge Coney Barrett's nomination, the judicial confirmation process, and his important new book, "Supreme Disorder: Judicial Nominations and the Politics of America's Highest Court."
You probably keep hearing that the forest fires in California, Oregon, Colorado, and even Australia are due to climate change. But is this really true?
Climatologist Dr. Patrick J. Michaels, PhD., a senior fellow at the Competitive Enterprise Institute and past president of the American Association of State Climatologists, joins Jimmy Sengenberger to break down the REAL story behind forest fires, hurricanes, and other environmental disasters. Hint: The culprit isn't climate change.
For decades, the Left has created and weaponized identity politics to divide and conquer. But what IS identity politics and WHY should we be concerned? Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) offers up some thoughts and talks with Mike Gonzalez (@Gundisalvus), author of "The Plot to Change America: How Identity Politics is Dividing the Land of the Free."
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Tracy Stone Manning and David Mark.
As the Trump Administration continues apace to make more oil and gas leases available on federal lands, is it time to halt making such leases available onshore? Jimmy (@SengCenter) discusses with Tracy Stone Manning, Associate VP at the National Wildlife Federation, which says Yes.
Then, Jimmy talks with the Washington Examiner's David Mark about the new Examiner series Reputation Politics: The history of character assassination in America.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Roshini Rajkumar.
Jimmy (@SengCenter) and strategic communication and crisis coach Roshini Rajkumar (@RoshiniR) as they discuss the chaos gripping the nation and leadership and politics amidst America's divisive political climate, following the National Conventions.
It's the Clash of the Conventions! The Republican National Convention and the Democratic National Convention couldn't have been more different - and #RNC2020 was definitely superior to #DNC2020. Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) compares both conventions on different levels.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Mike Brest and Michael Hiltzik.
Is the Republican Party knocking the RNC out of the park? On Washington Examiner Wednesday, Jimmy (@SengCenter) is joined by Examiner reporter Mike Brest to discuss. Then, liberal LA Times columnist Michael Hiltzik joins the show to hash out DNC vs. RNC - and to vibrantly debate the Post Office controversy!
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Chris Edwards.
Congress is holding hearings and the media keeps talking about how Trump is trying to "destroy" the U.S. Postal Service - but what's REALLY going on with it? Jimmy (@SengCenter) breaks down what's happening, the issues ravaging the Post Office for years, and the role of Postmaster Gen. Louis DeJoy. He then talks with the Cato Institute's Chris Edwards about one solution: Privatize USPS.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Professor of Legal Theory Randy E. Barnett.
Jimmy (@SengCenter) talks with Georgetown University Professor Randy E. Barnett (@RandyEBarnett), a leading gun right scholar, about why the Second Amendment is so important - especially today - and the stunning 9th Circuit decision upholding 2A by striking down a California magazine ban in Duncan v. Becerra.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Iowa State Rep. Joe Mitchell, Iowa State House candidate Carter Nordman, Ilan Berman and Mario Loyola.
Jimmy (@SengCenter) begins the show with 24-year-old Iowa State Rep. Joe Mitchell, founder of Run GenZ, and Iowa State House candidate Carter Nordman, about Run GenZ's effort to help inspire conservative/Republican Gen Z'ers across the country to run for office. They also discuss their own candidate experiences and what's needed for conservatives to win over GenZ.
Then, Jimmy is joined by Ilan Berman, VP at the American Foreign Policy Council, and Mario Loyola, Senior Fellow at the Competitive Enterprise Institute, to break down the significance of last week's Israel-UAE peace agreement shepherded by President Trump and his Middle East team. They discuss the broader implications of the deal and what's going on with the broader strategy of the Trump administration in the region.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads w/ David Harsanyi and Tiana Lowe.
David Harsanyi (@DavidHarsanyi), senior editor at The National Review, rejoins Jimmy to offer perspective on the Democratic National Convention so far, Democrats' attempt to seem less radical than they are by hilghighting the likes of John Kasich as speakers, and more.
Then, on Washington Examiner Wednesday, Examiner commentary writer Tiana Lowe (@TianaTheFirst) returns to discuss the DNC "show," expectations for Kamala Harris and Joe Biden at the Convention and after, and Rep. AOC's short speech seconding Sen. Bernie Sanders' nomination and how people are misunderstanding her role.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Dan Kish and more.
Jimmy (@SengCenter) is joined by Dan Kish, Sr. VP for Policy at the American Energy Alliance, to discuss how critical America's oil and gas industry is to our economy and national security, the role O&G is playing in reducing carbon emissions, and how Joe Biden and Kamala Harris threaten to decimate all the progress.
Jimmy also breaks down the misleading arguments of Democrats and the media about the Postal Service, particularly how they're using the myth of "USPS and Trump" as a scapegoat for vote-by-mail issues in November.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Wayne Williams and Matt Crane.
What are the FACTS about vote-by-mail? Does it lead to fraud and chaos - or perfect and rosy elections? Jimmy (@SengCenter) gets to the truth with former Colorado Secretary of State Wayne Williams and ex-Arapahoe County, CO clerk and recorder Matt Crane. Colorado has statewide vote-by-mail - and the answers are, "It depends."
Both men know a thing or two about mail voting: When Colorado became the 3rd state to switch to a statewide vote-by-mail system beginning in 2013, Williams and Crane were the county election officials of El Paso and Arapahoe Counties, respectively. Williams became Secretary of State in 2015, and they both left their posts in 2019.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads for our 100th Episode, along with former Amb. Sam Zakhem and Nathan Matoush.
Jimmy (@SengCenter) begins the show with the Hon. Sam Zakhem, ambassador from the U.S. to Bahrain from 1986-1989, and is originally from Lebanon. They discuss last week's massive and devastating explosion in Beirut, Lebanon's last week, the fallout from the blast, and the political unrest that is the result not only from the explosion but also the economic strife and rampant political corruption in the country. Then, JATC producer Nathan Matoush (@MatoushMagic) rejoins the show to reminisce on 100 episodes of the show, talk a little sports, and have some relaxed fun.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Gordon G. Chang and Naomi Lim.
Gordon G. Chang (@GordonGChang), author of "The Great US-China Tech War" and "The Coming Collapse of China" and Gatestone Institute Senior Fellow, rejoins Jimmy (@SengCenter) to discuss the latest developments concerning China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, sanctions, the deteriorating relationship between President Trump and Chinese ruler Xi Jinping.
Then, Washington Examiner political reporter Naomi Lim (@naomitlim) joins Jimmy to discuss the news that Sen. Kamala Harris has won Joe Biden's Veepstakes. They break down the pros and cons of this ticket, possibilities of Trump/Pence vs. Biden/Harris, and more. Jimmy closes the segment with some thoughts on the pick's weaknesses.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Allie Beth Stuckey.
As the flames of leftist chaos continue across America, what is the root cause? Relatable Podcast host Allie Beth Stuckey (@conservmillen) joins Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) to discuss her new book, You're Not Enough (And That's Okay), and how what she calls "the toxic culture of self-love" has led to the rise of socialism, riots, and more.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Joel Griffith
After giving thoughts of his own, Jimmy (@SengCenter) is joined by Heritage Foundation Research Fellow Joel Griffith (@JoelGriffith) to break down Trump's Saturday executive orders "bypassing Congress." What do they include, and which are lawful and which aren't? There's both agreement and some disagreement to be had between these two conservatives!
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Simon Lester.
Jimmy (@SengCenter) begins and ends the show with some thoughts on the importance of free trade and the folly of import taxes - also known as tariffs. In between, he speaks with Simon Lester (@snlester), associate director of the Center for Trade Policy Studies at the Cato Institute, about President Trump's planned tax on Canadian aluminum imports, the harm tariffs inflict on the economy and individuals, and why free trade really is so beneficial to everyone.
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Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Ruben Navarrette, Judge Rosemarie Aquilina, and Olympian Eli Bremer.
Syndicated columnist Ruben Navarrette returns to break down the current state of play of Donald Trump vs Joe Biden. Then, Judge Rosemarie Aquilina - who presided over the sentencing of convicted child sex abuser and gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar - and 2008 Olympian Eli Bremer join Jimmy to talk about a rare bill that passed the U.S. Senate 100-0: S.2330, the Empowering Olympic, Paralympic, and Amateur Athletes Act of 2020. The bill would reform the Olympics by ensuring that abuse - sexual and otherwise - is not covered up and handled differently.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Crista Huff and Cassidy Morrison.
Jimmy (@SengCenter) is joined by Crista Huff (@Crista Huff), founder and portfolio manager at the hedge fund Freedom Investment Partners LP, to break down some of the latest news on the stock market, discuss the federal government's deal with and SEC's investigation of Kodak regarding pharmaceuticals, and much more.
Then, for Washington Examiner Wednesday, Examiner healthcare reporter Cassidy Morrison (@cassmorrison94) joins Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) to discuss her latest reporting on the possible "convalescent plasma therapy" treatment for Covid-19, coronavirus politics, how a vaccine may or may not help President Trump's reelection, and more.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) at the Crossroads for a Best Of edition of the show featuring U.S. Sen. Cory Gardner, Washington Examiner reporter Emily Larsen, Colorado sheriff Steve Reams, Ron MacLachlan and JImmy's epic monologue on the TRUTH about Frederick Douglass!
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads for Free to Choose Friday with former U.S. Rep. Nan Hayworth, MD and Jenny Beth Martin.
Dr. Nan Hayworth, MD (@NanHayworth), former Congresswoman for New York's 19th Congression District, rejoins Jimmy (@SengCenter) to discuss the need for doctor-patient freedom when it comes to potential treatments like Hydroxychloroquine and Remdesivir amidst COVID-19 and the coronavirus pandemic.
Then, Jenny Beth Martin (@JennyBethM), founder of Tea Party Patriots and co-organizer of the Frontline Doctors Summit held in D.C. on July 28th, returns to talk about efforts by Big Tech, public health bureaucrats, and Democratic politicians to silence doctors and stifle patient choice and information when it comes to Covid-19 and available treatments.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with John Tamny and John Yoo!
John Tamny (@JohnTamny), editor of RealClearMarkets and VP at FreedomWorks, rejoins Jimmy (@SengCenter) to discuss the testimony of the Big Tech CEOs of Amazon, Apple, Google, and Facebook and why regulating them more is useless. They also talk about the coronavirus "stimulus" packages presented in Congress. Then, Jimmy interviews Berkely Law Professor John Yoo about his new book, "Defender in Chief," and how, despite what critics say, President Trump has been protecting and advancing the U.S. Constitution.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with U.S. Sen. Cory Gardner (R-CO) and Jay Heflin!
Jimmy (@SengCenter) begins the show with Jay Heflin, Business Editor at The Washington Examiner, to discuss the HEALS Act economic relief/recovery package, actions of the Fed, and more. Then, Colorado U.S. Sen. Cory Gardner (@SenCoryGardner) drops by to offer his thoughts on the HEALS Act, the Great American Outdoors Act, and where things stand in his 2020 reelection bid against former Gov. John Hickenlooper in November.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Mayor Mike Coffman (Aurora, CO) and Ret. Police Lt. Steven Rogers!
On the night of July 25, Aurora, Colo. erupted in another night of violence and mayhem. This is the latest example of a sense of lawlessness ripping through the country and in an unexpected place - the Denver, Colo. area. Jimmy (@SengCenter) kicks off the show with special guest Mayor Mike Coffman of Aurora (@AuroraMayorMike) to discuss this spreading chaos. Then, retired police Lieutenant Steven Rogers (@LtStevenRogers), also a retired military intel officer, FBI NJTTF member, and head of the Campaign for America, rejoins the show to offer expert insights on the chaos sweeping the nation.
Join Jimmy Sengenbergerat the Crossroads with Max McGuire.
Jimmy (@SengCenter) is joined by Max McGuire (@SanityPolitics), host of the Conservative Daily Podcast and advocacy director at Conservative-Daily.com, to break down what we REALLY know about the shootings that have taken place at "Black Lives Matter protests" recently - particularly in Aurora, Colorado; Austin, Texas; and Louisville, Kentucky. And with the mayhem, chaos, and division sweeping the nation, is America in a "Second Civil War?" Jimmy and Max discuss! Then, Jimmy offers his own thoughts on the civil unrest.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Nathan Matoush.
Jimmy (@SengCenter) begins with an update on the Sunday 7/19 Pro-Police Rally Colorado in Downtown Denver, which was attacked by Antifa and Black Lives Matter extremists. Jimmy explains how the Denver Police Department ordered officers to RETREAT from the scene, but a courageous lieutenant broke ranks and refused the order. So, even though they did very little, officers did not leave.
Next, Jimmy takes on Foo Fighters band leader Dave Grohl's op-ed in The Atlantic - which blasts the push to reopen schools and slamming U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos - and explains why Grohl is WRONG on almost every level. Finally, the Washington Redskins' exciting new team name is.....The Washington Football Team! Jimmy and producer extraordinaire Nathan Matoush discuss!
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads as he breaks down why Sean Hannity is right and Tucker Carlson is wrong! Plus, guests Dr. Marv Treiger and Keith Nobles.
Jimmy (@SengCenter) begins the show by discussing Sean Hannity's comments during Tucker Carlson's "hand off" to Hannity. Hannity challenged Carlson's objections to Jeff Bezos making $13 million in new wealth in one day (Monday) - and later apologized for it. On the merits of the argument, who's right? Hannity! Jimmy explains.
Then, we share excerpts of two of Jimmy's recent interviews in a "Best Of" - with Dr. Marv Treiger, PhD., ex-60's Marxist radical-turned-conservative and Keith Nobles (@AuthorNobles), citizen of both the USA and the Cherokee Nation, on a recent Supreme Court decision regarding Oklahoma and Indian territory.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Washington Examiner reporter Josh Siegel!
Jimmy (@SengCenter) provides an update on what the Denver Police Department and the Chief himself are saying in the wake of an Antifa/Black Lives Matter swarm and attack on Sunday's 6th Annual Pro-Police Rally Colorado, which took place at Civic Center Park in Downtown Denver, near the State Capitol.
Then, Washington Examiner Reporter Josh Siegel (@SiegelScribe) joins the show for "Washington Examiner Wednesday" to discuss his extensive story on the growing skepticism of unions in Pennsylvania over Joe Biden's liberal climate change agenda.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Dr. Lee Gross, M.D.!
Jimmy (@SengCenter) talks with Dr. Lee Gross, M.D. (@drleegross), President of the Docs 4 Patient Care Foundation and Owner of Epiphany Health, about how Covid-19 is faring in Dr. Gross's home state of Florida, what Covid-19 has revealed are fundamentally problems with America's healthcare system, and how we can get back to a patient-centered healthcare service model.
Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) hosts a special report on the pro-police rally BLM radicals and Antifa silenced in Denver on Sunday. Jimmy is joined by rally organizers Ron MacLachlan and Randy Corporon (710KNUS), military and CIA veteran Bazzel Baz (also of "The Blacklist"), Weld County Sheriff Steve Reams, State House candidate Samantha Koch, and more!
Jimmy Sengenberger is joined at the Crossroads by Emily Larsen.
Jimmy (@SengCenter) is joined for Washington Examiner Wednesday by Examiner Breaking News Reporter Emily Larsen (@emilyelarsen) to discuss the growing pitfalls of the push for vote-by-mail, the potential for write-in candidates like Kanye West, the political dynamics in Texas, and more.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Elaine Parker.
Jimmy (@SengCenter) begins by explaining why we must reopen schools across the nation and why U.S. Education Secretary Betsy DeVos is RIGHT. Jimmy demonstrates why reopening is the best option for kids' development and a key first step to getting life back to normal.
Then, Elaine Parker (@Elaine_Parker), COO at the Job Creator's Network, joins Jimmy to explain why we must re-open schools across the nation. The two also explore different options to jump-start the economy by helping small businesses during this crisis and Trump's stellar record of cutting regulations.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Zack Smith and Keith Nobles.
Jimmy (@SengCenter) is joined first by Zack Smith (@tzsmith), a legal fellow from the Heritage Foundation, to judge the Supreme Court's most recent term. Zack and Jimmy delve into several good and bad decisions on cases ranging from federalism and state's rights to second amendment law and Indian affairs, and how all of them affect our individual liberty. Next, Keith Nobles (@AuthorNobles), a Cherokee citizen and author of the novel "Our Dogs Did Not Bark," returns to offer his take on the significance and practical impact of the Supreme Court's McGirt v. Oklahoma ruling concerning Oklahoma and Indian land. Keith also explores the long history of American Indians' relationship with the U.S. and discusses the surprising Justice who wrote the majority opinion.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) at the Crossroads for Washington Examiner Wednesday with the Examiner's Jim Antle as they discuss the current state of the 2020 presidential race as of July.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Trent England and Law Professor Robert Hardaway.
Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) sits down with Trent England (@TrentEngland), Executive Director of Save Our States and author of "Why We Must Defend the Electoral College," to discuss the importance of the Electoral College, why the "national popular vote" is a bad idea, and how the Supreme Court's decisions on Monday could impact the NPV effort.
Then, University of Denver Law Professor Robert Hardaway joins Jimmy to delve into two unanimous Supreme Court decisions which together concluded that states CAN penalize "Faithless Electors." Prof. Hardaway authored an amicus brief that was actually cited during oral arguments before the Court.
Join Jimmy at the Crossroads for a "BEST OF JIMMY," featuring some key highlights from nearly 80 episodes of the show! In this edition, watch Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) talk with Gordon G. Chang, legendary economist Walter E. Williams, Lindsey Burke (Heritage Foundation) and Corey DeAngelis (Reason Foundation), and Nihal Krishan (Washington Examiner).
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with special guest Dr. Richard Vedder, PhD.
What are the REAL reasons student loan debt keeps rising? Could the Covid-19 Pandemic result in a DECREASE in tuition costs? And with Black Lives Matter at its apex, how do we know the GOVERNMENT'S student loan system is why African Americans are disadvantaged when it comes to higher education and job opportunities? Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) delves into these topics and is joined by Dr. Richard K. Vedder, Distinguished Emeritus Professor of Economics at Ohio University and founding director of the Center on College Affordability and Productivity, to discuss.
Jimmy then offers a stirring monologue on what the great abolitionist, Frederick Douglass, really argued in his speech, "What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?"
Join Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) at the Crossroads for a "BEST OF JIMMY," featuring some key highlights from nearly 80 episodes of the show! In this edition, watch Jimmy talk with Andrew Wheeler, Suzanne Staiert, Anna Giaritelli, and Carrie Severino, plus a stirring monologue!
Jimmy Sengenberger is at the Crossroads with Michael Barone.
It's Washington Examiner Wednesday, and Jimmy (@SengCenter) is joined by the Examiner's senior political analyst, Michael Barone, for a wide-ranging conversation about the "religion of woke anti-racism," the challenge of COVID-19, the historic nature of the upcoming Republican and Democratic National Conventions, and how the November elections are shaping up.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Roshini Rajkumar.
Jimmy (@SengCenter) is joined live for a lengthy conversation by Roshini Rajkumar (@RoshiniR) - a host on WCCO Radio in Minneapolis, crisis communication coach, licensed attorney, and former TV reporter - about a ballot initiative to dismantle the Minneapolis Police Department that was just passed by the City Council. They discuss her interview Sunday with the head of Minneapolis's police union, Lt. Bob Kroll, as well as the civil unrest and desecration of statues continuing to spread across the country and the ongoing war between President Trump and the liberal media.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Cassie Smedile and more.
Jimmy (@SengCenter) begins the show by highlighting South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott's tremendous Senate floor speech blasting Democrats for thwarting even a debate and vote on his JUSTICE Act. Then, RNC Deputy Communications Director Cassie Smedile (@CMSmedile) returns to discuss 2020 politics, Pelosi's latest comments, the JUSTICE Act debate, and more.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with ex-Marxist radical, Dr. Marv Treiger!
Jimmy (@SengCenter) is joined for the full show by Dr. Marv Treiger, PhD., a retired psychotherapist and a Buddhist teacher, who for years was a radical Marxist involved in the 1960's communist movement in America. Marv was so far to the Left that, on the 50th anniversary of the Bolshevik Revolution, he left the Communist Party USA because it wasn't Marxist enough.
First, Marv walks through the "roto-rooter process" that he went through to transform him from a radical Left activist to becoming a conservative, even touching on how his Buddhist faith helped the process. He also talks about his history with radicals like Bill Ayers and Bernadine Dohrn and the Marxist origins of identity politics. Next, Marv and Jimmy discuss today's civil unrest and how radicals today are similar to - and very different from - the radical movements of the 1960's. They talk about the roots of today's Leftist approach versus the radicalism of old and 2020 political dynamics.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Max McGuire and more.
Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) begins the show by blasting Nancy Pelosi for essentially saying Republicans are responsible for the murder of George Floyd, and explains how the current riots and destruction underscore why it's so bad. Then, Max McGuire (@SanityPolitics), host of the "Conservative Daily Podcast" and advocacy director of Conservative-Daily.com, rejoins the show to break down the latest developments in the Flynn saga as former Trump national security advisor Michael Flynn has been Flynndicated by the Court of Appeals!
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Nihal Krishan and Nathan Matoush.
Jimmy (@SengCenter) begins by lambasting the double standards that the Left seems to be getting away with to benefit their chosen causes and groups, including the face mask requirement in Washington state that is being waved for "people of color" in Lincoln County, the protests and statues, and more.
Then, Nihal Krishan (@NihalKrishan), economic policy reporter at the Washington Examiner, returns to talk with Jimmy about two interesting stories from interviews with, and the new book by, former Trump economic advisor Casey Mulligan about President Trump. They also discuss a bipartisan economic recovery plan put forward by four economists, including past presidential officials in both Democratic and Republican administrations. Finally, producer Nathan Matoush (@MatoushMagic) returns on-screen to break down plans for the return of professional sports, discuss the economic and social impact of sports, and explore how political sports could get later this year even as people are looking for a respite from politics.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with special guest Fahad Nazer.
Jimmy (@SengCenter) is first rejoined by Fahad Nazer (@KSAEmbassySpox), spokesperson for the Saudi Arabian embassy in DC, for a wide-ranging discussion on various Middle East issues. Then, Jimmy will tear into the so-called "BLM protestors" who insist on destroying private property and explain why they are not serious actors advocating for change.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads for a "Best Of" with Mark Cuban, Dinesh D'Souza, Dave Rubin and Rick French!
It's our first "Best of Jimmy at the Crossroads!" In today's show, we feature highlights from a few of Jimmy's highest-praised interviews with billionaire Dallas Mavericks owner and "Shark Tank" cohost Mark Cuban, "United States of Socialism" author Dinesh D'Souza, "The Rubin Report" host Dave Rubin, and Raleigh-based business owner Rick French.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Deborah Hendrix, Lindsey Burke, and Corey DeAngelis!
Today's Free to Choose Friday theme is educational opportunity and school choice. Jimmy (@SengCenter) is joined by Lindsey Burke (@LindseyMBurke), Director of the Center for Education Policy at the Heritage Foundation, and Corey DeAngelis (@DeAngelisCory), Director of School Choice at the Reason Foundation, for a panel discussion about the principles of education choice and what the data show about its benefits for students and society.
Then, Deborah Hendrix, Executive Director of the nonprofit Parents Challenge, joins the show to talk about her Colorado Springs, CO-based organization's approach to school' choice and the real-world implications for parents and students of programs like theirs. Learn more at https://ParentsChallenge.org/
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Anna Giartelli and Carrie Severino.
Jimmy (@SengCenter) begins the show by discussing today's US Supreme Court decision blocking President Trump's cancellation of the DACA program with Washington Examiner reporter Anna Giartelli (@AnnaGiartelli). We then get analysis from Carrie Severino (@JCNSeverino), President of the Judicial Crisis Network, about where this decision goes off the rails. Next, Jimmy explores some key problems with Joe Biden as an option for President of the United States, especially on the areas of the economy, pandemic management, and race relations.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Ilya Shapiro.
Jimmy (@Seng Center) begins the show by excoriating Joe Biden for recklessly claiming that Trump will need to be "walked out of the White House" by armed military personnel if Biden wins in November. Then, Ilya Shapiro (@ishapiro), director of the Center for Constitutional Studies at the Cato Institute, joins the show to discuss the "textualist" case for and against the Supreme Court's LGBT workplace discrimination ruling in Bostock v. Clayton County, as well as the Court's decisions not to take up TEN gun rights questions and a police immunity case.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Yosemite Sam, Chris Burns and Vance Ginn.
Jimmy (@SengCenter) starts the show with an important (and hilarious) interview with Looney Toons Elmer Fudd and Yosemite Sam about the revocation of their Second Amendment rights!
Then, Jimmy is joined by Dynamic Money CEO and talk show host Chris Burns (@cwburns) and Texas Public Policy Foundation economist Vance Ginn (@VanceGinn) to break down what's happening in the U.S. economy and stock market, what needs to be done to help boost the economy as the nation reopens, and what to keep in mind in the stock market.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger with Mike Brest and Ruben Navarrette.
Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) begins the show by slicing and dicing Sen. Kamala Harris's "alternative" to dismantling police departments by throwing more money at public schools. Jimmy explains why more funding is not needed for educational improvements but something different is key.
Next, Washington Examiner reporter Mike Brest (@MikeBrestDC) returns to discuss his reporting on the media's coverage of BLM protests, his story about OAN, the firing of editors at Philadelphia Inquirer and New York Times, and his article alongside WEX reporter Jerry Dunleavy about the debate over defunding the police.
Finally, syndicated columnist Ruben Navarrette Jr. (@RubenNavarrette) rejoins Jimmy to offer thoughts on the Democrats' blatant FLIP on crime and policing, the media's coverage of Black Lives Matter, the politics of defunding police, and the impact of the current situation on the 2020 presidential race.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with stock market gurus Crista Huff and Woody Vincent!
Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) begins the show by blasting the "double standard" on the First Amendment - a robust welcome for protests and memorial gatherings for Black Lives Matter and a rebuke for protestors of stay-at-home orders and those who want to go to church - and explaining why that double standard is so unjust.
Then, stock market gurus Crista Huff (@CristaHuff), of Cabot Undervalued Stocks Advisor, and then Woody Vincent, a veteran stock trader, share their thoughts on the state of the economy, the changing stock market dynamics, and what investors should keep in mind!
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Suzanne Staiert and Michael Fields!
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Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) kicks off the show by explaining why Friday's May jobs report is in fact a great number, what it says about the economy, and how it shows government does NOT need to act more - but why it should get out of the way.
Then, Colorado's U.S. Senate seat, held by Cory Gardner, may be the most difficult for Republicans to hold. The Democrats' likely nominee, former Governor John Hickenlooper, was found guilty of two ethics violations and held in contempt by the state's Independent Ethics Commission. On this, Jimmy interviews Suzanne Staiert (@SuzanneStaiertCO), the attorney who prosecuted Hickenlooper at his hearing, as well as Michael Fields (@MichaelCLFields), executive director of conservative group Colorado Rising Action.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) at the Crossroads on Free to Choose Friday with Dinesh D'Souza, Morgan Zegers (Young Americans Against Socialism), and Christian Lasval (Falkirk Center) as they dissect the rise and dangers of socialism, how to win over young voters to free markets, and more!
Join Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) at the Crossroads with comments and guest Phil van Doorn (MarketWatch)!
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with former Congressman Dave Brat and Joseph Simonson.
Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) begins the show by explaining how significant the economic damage will actually be for the American economy – and especially for those the rioters are supposedly rioting to help. Then, former VA Congressman Dave Brat, PhD. (@DaveBratVA7th) offers thoughts on the economic impact of the riots, how the United States should stand up against China, and the benefits and pitfalls of the China trade war. Finally, Joseph Simonson (@SaysSimonson), Washington Examiner Political Reporter, joins the show for a “Washington Examiner Wednesday” discussion on the politics of #Riots2020.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) at the Crossroads with Julio Gonzalez.
Jimmy begins today’s show by remarking on the latest riot news. Then, Julio Gonzalez (@TaxReformExpert), founder and CEO of Engineered Tax Services, joins the show to discuss the importance of keeping taxes low for economic prosperity, especially in light of the economic struggles facing America today. Is a payrolll tax holiday the way to go?
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Alfredo Ortiz and Rick French.
Jimmy (@SengCenter) begins the show by discussing three key lessons we’ve learned over the past week that stem from George Floyd’s murder, race and police tensions, the riots engulfing America, and the coronavirus pandemic. Then, Alfredo Ortiz, president and CEO of Job Creators Network (@JobCreatorsUSA) returns to discuss the damage Covid-19 shutdown policies and now the riots have brought to small businesses across America and the steps that policymakers should take to help get these business owners back on their feet.
Next, Rick French lives in Raleigh, North Carolina. His business, French/West/Vaughan, is based in a renovated historic building in Downtown Raleigh. Over the weekend, their offices were – like everywhere else downtown – decimated by riots and chaos. Rick rejoins the show to tell his tragic story of what’s happened in Raleigh like many other cities across the country, explain how he protected himself and his business Saturday night, and talk about the failure of leadership shown at all levels. Finally, Jimmy lambasts the destruction of the riots and the senseless violence and beatings happening all over. Producer Nathan Matoush (@MatoushMagic) joins in to share some measured, sincere thoughts of his own.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger with UCLA law professor Eugene Volok and Cato Institute’s Matthew Feeney!
On a Free to Choose Friday, Jimmy (@SengCenter) focuses on the dangers of regulating “Big Tech.” UCLA School of Law professor Eugene Volokh, purveyor of the Volokh Conspiracy blog at Reason (@VolokhC), offers a legal analysis of President Trump’s social media executive order Thursday, the idea of regulating big tech generally, and why both are troubling and problematic from a legal standpoint. Then, Matthew Feeney (@M_Feeney), director of the Cato Institute Project on Emerging Technologies, joins Jimmy to explore the pitfalls of regulating Big Tech, the fallacies of the argument for it, and why President Trump is erring in his social media executive order.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with John “Papa John” Schnatter and a discussion with Lt. Steven Rogers and Roshini Rajkumar.
After offering some thoughts on the killing of Minneapolis resident George Floyd at the knee of a police office, Jimmy (@SengCenter) is joined by Lt. Steven Rogers (@LtStevenRogers), retired detective who served in the Nutley, NJ police force for 30 years, and communications expert and Minneapolis resident Roshini Rajkumar (@RoshiniR). Lt. Rogers and Roshini share expert insights on the situation at hand, what should and will be done about the case, and the riots growing in the aftermath of Floyd's death. Then, John "Papa John" Schnatter, founder and former CEO of one of the most successful pizza brands in the world, shares thoughts on how small business can arise from the ashes of the coronavirus crisis and find newfound success. What things do small businesses themselves need to keep in mind, and what should politicians do (or not do) to help?
Jimmy Sengenberger is joined at the Crossroads with Mica Soellner and Law Prof. Ilya Somin.
Jimmy (@SengCenter) kicks off the show by explaining where BOTH sides – Trump and Democrats – go wrong on vote-by-mail system. Then, Washington Examiner Breaking News Reporter Mica Soellner (@MicaSoellner) joins Jimmy to discuss Trump’s “fact-checked tweet” controversy, Gretchen Whitmer’s husband’s “failed attempt at humor,” new Hollywood sexual harrassment allegations, and more. Finally, George Mason University Antonin Scalia Law School professor Ilya Somin (@IlyaSomin), author of the new book “Free to Move: Foot Voting, Migration and Political Freedom,” offers insights on the legality of President Trump’s broad, coronavirus immigration ban. He also discusses the central argument in “Free to Move” that human beings’ freedom of movement is actually more important, significant, and impactful than the ballot box is.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with special guests Dave Rubin and Isabel Brown and a debate between Professors Rob Margesson and David Dewberry!
It’s Free to Choose Friday! Jimmy (@SengCenter) talks with Turning Point USA’s Isabel Brown (@theisabelb) sets the table on free speech in America today – especially on college campuses, along with culture, media, and more! Then, Regis University (Colorado) Prof. Rob Margesson and Free Speech Scholar David Dewberry – both leftists – will DEBATE whether there should be a line drawn on the content of controversial speakers welcomed to college campuses! Finally, the host of the ever popular Rubin Report, Dave Rubin (@RubinReport) himself, joins Jimmy for a discussion on the importance of free speech, efforts to squelch it on college campuses and by big tech, and his new book (“Don’t Burn This Book”). Later, the lightsabers clash on Star Wars!
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with guests Michael Hiltzik and Keith Nobles!
The sparks fly after Jimmy’s (@SengCenter) opening remarks! LA Times columnist Michael Hiltzik (@hiltzikm) returns for a fiery debate on reopening America and whether we should trust the people or the government to better manage the coronavirus crisis! Then, Mark Mix of the National Right to Work Committee joins to explore why the federal government must not bail out the states and how those states and cities that want bailouts got where they did.
Finally, author and former military intelligence contractor Keith Nobles (@AuthorNobles) offers insights on Iran’s effort to ship oil to Venezuela and why it’s such a big deal that Venezuela is on its knees begging for oil from Iran and not generating its own. How did they get there? And what does this mean for US national security interests regarding Iran?
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with guests Jim Antle and Max McGuire.
Jimmy (@SengCenter) begins the show by BLASTING Ohio Sen. Sherrod Brown, today’s representative of the detached elite, for his exchange with Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin in Tuesday’s Senate hearing about reopening and coronavirus. Then, Washington Examiner Politics Editor Jim Antle (@JimAntle) joins the show to discuss the increasingly-personal Trump-Pelosi feud, Barack Obama’s role in helping to boost the Biden campaign, and the economy’s likely effect on the 2020 election cycle.
Finally, “Conservative Daily Podcast” host Max McGuire (@SanityPolitics) returns to break down yesterday’s stunning, breaking news development: Phone call recordings between then-Vice President Joe Biden and then-Ukranian President Petro Poroshenko were leaked, and they suggest possible impropriety on Biden’s part. What do they reveal? Jimmy and Max discuss! They also talk about #Obamagate and Attorney General Bill Barr’s comments that Biden and Obama are unlikely to be criminally charged.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger with John Tamny and Nathan Matoush!
Jimmy Sengenberger (SengCenter) is rejoined for a Tuesday with Tamny conversation by FreedomWorks VP and RealClearMarkets editor, John Tamny (@JohnTamny)! They delve into a free market discussion on wealth creation, redistribution, the Federal Reserve, healthcare as a “right,” Jimmy’s debate with Mark Cuban, and more! Then, producer Nathan Matoush (@MatoushMagic) returns to the screen to discuss a range of topics – the coming return of sports, pushback against President Trump for his #ReopenAmerica message, and Trump’s reveal that he is taking hydroxychloroquine as a preventative coronavirus treatment!
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Roshini Rajkumar and Colorado State Rep. Mark Baisley!
Jimmy (@SengCenter) is rejoined by Roshini Rajkumar (@RoshiniR), strategic communication and crisis coach, to field thoughts on how public officials are messaging the reopening of America and reaction to Jimmy’s exchange with Mark Cuban and Barack Obama’s virtual commencement speech on Saturday. Then, Colorado State Rep. Mark Baisley (@MarkBaisley) joins Jimmy to respond to Gov. Jared Polis’s Fox News Sunday interview, where Polis seemed to take credit for fixing how Colorado reports Covid-19 deaths. In reality, Baisley himself did the digging and forced the governor’s hand! How are states reporting Covid-19 deaths, anyway?
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Prof. Walter E. Williams, Angela Rachidi, Michael D. Tanner, and Scott Santens!
Jimmy (@SengCenter) talks with AEI’s Angela Rachidi (@AngelaRachidi) explores the current state of poverty in America, both in the leadup to the pandemic and during the current crisis, so we can understand the problem. Next, distinguished economist, Prof. Walter E. Williams (@WE_Williams), joins Jimmy to break down what his decades of research says about race and economics and how much poverty and inequality can be blamed on discrimination.
Finally, Cato Institute Senior Fellow Michael D. Tanner (@MTannerCato) and Fund for Humanity board member Scott Santens (@ScottSantens) offer differing views on UBI and how we can best address poverty and inequality in America today.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with special guest Mark Cuban and former federal prosecutor John O’Connor!
Jimmy (@SengCenter) is joined by billionaire “Shark Tank” cohost and Dallas Mavericks Owner Mark Cuban (@mcuban) to delve into Mark’s proposed federal jobs program like you haven’t heard him before! Then, John O’Connor – Deepthroat’s lawyer, former Assistant U.S. Attorney in Northern California, and author of “Postgate: How the Washington Post Betrayed Deep Throat, Covered Up Watergate, and Began Today’s Partisan Advocacy Journalism” – drops by to discuss the saga of Michael Flynn and new developments in the “insider trading” investigation of Sen. Richard Burr (R-NC).
Jimmy Sengenberger is joined at the Crossroads by Anthony Leonardi and August Turak.
Jimmy (@SengCenter) is rejoined by Anthony Leonardi (@TonyDLeonardi), breaking news reporter for the Washington Examiner, to discuss the faux-controversy about Fox News’s John Roberts supposedly not wearing a mask at a Trump administration press briefing, the Supreme Court’s Trump tax return cases, Joe Biden’s slide in the polls post-Tara Reade allegations, and more.
Then, entrepreneur August Turak (@AugustTurak), author of the book “Business Secrets of the Trappist Monks: One CEO’s Quest for Meaning and Authenticity,” drops by to offer fascinating insights on who the Trappist Monks (an order of the Catholic Church) are, how they’ve been remarkably successful in business, and what lessons they teach us about succeeding in business during and after the current crisis. Jimmy closes by offering thoughts on Dr. Anthony Fauci’s testimony before a U.S. Senate committee on Tuesday about the coronavirus pandemic.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Ken Blackwell, Craig Cecilio, and Avik Roy.
Jimmy (@SengCenter) is rejoined by Ken Blackwell (@KenBlackwell), the former Secretary of State for Ohio, to discuss the Democrats’ mad rush for a nationwide vote-by-mail scheme. They discuss the great danger of such a rush and the need to approach the issue intelligently, thoughtfully, and with federalism in mind. Ken also offers some thoughts on the need to reopening the economy.
Next, Craig Cecilio (@CraigCecilio), founder and CEO of Diversy Fund, provides perspective on the cratering economy, catastrophic job numbers, and topsy-turvy market. How has investing changed in the online era, and what opportunities are there for everyday investors? They discuss! Finally, Avik Roy (@Avik), founder and president of the Foundation for Research on Equal Opportunity delves deep into the Reopen America question. They discuss FREOPP’s new report offering a plan for reopening America (at FREOPP.org), how to strategically and safely reopen now, and the importance of not keeping the economy on lockdown any longer.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with thoughts on the economy, Michael Flynn, and vote by mail, plus Crista Huff joins the show!
Jimmy (@SengCenter) discusses the economic, social, and healthcare implications of the ongoing shutdown, and he particularly offers reaction to Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin’s Fox News Sunday interview yesterday. Then, Jimmy excoriates the AUDACITY of Barack Obama, Andrew McCabe, and the media in how they are santimoniously – and falsely – talking about the DOJ’s decision to drop charges against former Trump national security advisor, Lt. Gen. Michael Flynn (Ret).
Next, Crista Huff (@Crista Huff), chief analyst at Cabot Undervalued Stocks Advisor, breaks down what’s happening in the stock market, the challenges to come, and how to navigate these waters. She then offers insights into the difficulties on the horizon for Baby Boomers due to the housing market. Finally, Jimmy summarizes his recent Washington Examiner op-ed arguing against rushing toward a national vote-by-mail scheme, while also arguing VBM itself is a pretty good idea on balance.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Spencer Brown, Bazzel Baz, and Rick Jackson.
After some brief introductory thoughts by Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter), Spencer Brown (@ItsSpencerBrown), spokesman for Young America’s Foundation, discusses YAF’s recent poll (commissioned alongside The Federalist) that takes a look at Generation Z’s views on government and its role, the coronavirus, economics, and much more. How can conservatives win over Gen Z, as well as Millennials? There are stark similarities between the generations!
Then, ex-CIA officer, former Marine, and NBC “The Blacklist” actor Bazzel Baz (@BazzelBaz) returns to offer insights on ongoing claims by Trump administration officials that a lab in Wuhan, China may be the original source for CoVid-19. He closes by offering an elaborate, possible plot for a “Blacklist” episode about this very topic!
Next, Rick Jackson, chairman and CEO of Jackson Healthcare (a member of Job Creators Network), joins Jimmy to discuss the horrific circumstances faced by the healthcare sector right now – both financially and as far as what patients are going through now that medical providers are severely limited in what medical issues they can address. Rick, whose company is the third-largest hospital staffing company in the nation, provides expert perspective on what reopening America will mean for the country’s healthcare situation and society, as well as the healthcare sector of our economy. Finally, inspired by Rick’s comments, Jimmy breaks into a monologue in which he passionately emphasizes the NEED to focus a concerted effort on reopening America and on not bailing out states for their mismanagement and unnecessary, ongoing shutdowns.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Mike Brest and Charlie Katebi.
Jimmy (@SengCenter) is joined first by Mike Brest (@MikeBrestDC), breaking news reporter at the Washington Examiner, to discuss a range of recent stories – including CNN’s call for the Trump campaign to stop running an ad, Trump’s blasting of a Lincoln Project ad, the rare agreement between “The View’s” Joy Behar and Fox News’s Sean Hannity, and more! Later, Charlie Katebi (@CharlieKatebi), health policy analyst at Americans for Prosperity, discusses the current state of telemedicine today, how the coronavirus crisis demonstrates the need to expand its use, and what exactly needs to be done to do that and boost access to care for millions of Americans.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with guests Jimmie Viles, Jeffrey Tucker, and Max McGuire..
Entertainer, voice actor, and JATC character guy Jimmie Viles returns to talk with Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) about how “The Simpsons” handles politics – and to throw countless, hilarious impressions at us in five minutes flat! Then, Jeffrey Tucker (@jeffreyatucker), editorial director of the American Institute for Economic Research, joins the show to discuss the Pandemics of 1957-1958 and 1968-1969, how government handled those crises at the time, what’s changed since then, and how to handle the current coronavirus crisis properly.
Finally, Max McGuire (@sanitypolitics) – Advocacy Director of Conservative-Daily.com and host of “The Conservative Daily Podcast” – is back with insights on the tragedy of Michael Flynn and how the FBI treated him, as well as reports that a Pentagon-funded, AI-driven tool is being deployed by a Democratic political action committee advised by retired Army General Stanley McChrystal. What could this mean for the future of politics, as well as 2020?
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads as he breaks down lessons from Star Wars and is joined by Phil van Doorn and Roshini Rajkumar!
It’s Star Wars Day, and to celebrate, Jimmy (@SengCenter) begins the show with an EPIC monologue about what Star Wars teaches us about concentrated government power and why we must always fight for liberty.
Then, MarketWatch columnist Phil van Doorn (@PhilipvanDoorn) returns to offer thoughts on what’s happening in the stock market, how to handle headlines with investing, and some interesting market stories of the day. Finally, talk show host, lawyer, and strategic communication and crisis coach Roshini Rajkumar (@RoshiniR) rejoins Jimmy to discuss the state-by-state assault on our civil liberties during the pandemic and offer expert messaging perspective on the Trump White House’s changed coronavirus messaging strategy and Joe Biden’s interview with MSNBC’s Mika Brezezinski regarding the sexual assault allegations leveled against him. Roshini’s website is OwnYourWow.com.
(NOTE: Clips from “Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith” and “Star Wars: A New Hope” used under fair use specifically to provide social commentary. All footage is owned by Lucasfilm Ltd., now a division of Disney.)
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Dr. Dennis Deruelle, MD FHM; Dr. Jeffrey Singer, MD; and former Congresswoman Dr. Nan Hayworth, MD.
After setting the stage on "Free to Choose Friday," Jimmy (@SengCenter) is rejoined by Dr. Dennis Deruelle, MD, FHM (@Drderuelle) – physician, practicing Hospitalist, and author of “Your Healthcare Playbook: Winning the Game of Modern Medicine” – to offer expert medical perspective on Remdesivir, the drug Dr. Anthony Fauci is views as an encouraging treatment; on the current state of the coronavirus pandemic in America and reopening the economy; and ensuring that doctors and patients are more free to choose prescription drugs without government interference.
Next, we replay our April 16 interview with Dr. Jeffrey Singer, M.D. (@dr4liberty), Senior Fellow at the Cato Institute. Dr. Singer offers insights on how politics is getting in the way of the doctor/patient relationship when it comes prescription drugs (such as in the hydroxychloroquine debate) and the role the FDA should – and shouldn’t – have in approving prescription drugs. Finally, Dr. Nan Hayworth, M.D. (@NanHayworth), former NY Congresswoman, rejoins the show to discuss the need to expand doctor-patient freedom, have a healthy distrust of government, and the role of market competition in helping ensure consumer protection.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Dave Weinberg and Rick Newman.
Jimmy (@SengCenter) begins by slicing and dicing MI Judge Christopher Murray’s statement that “liberty interests are, and always have been, subject to society’s interests” – and how historically and constitutionally ignorant his statement is. Dave Weinberg (@weinberg81), head of Operations for the nonprofit Kosher19, joins the show to discuss his organization’s valiant, nationwide effort to provide kosher meals to hospital workers across the country who have been deprived of them. Plus, Yahoo! Finance columnist Rick Newman (@RickNewman) returns to discuss the coronavirus economic malaise, his argument that President Donald Trump and Sen. Mitch McConnel are the “biggest big-government Republicans ever,” and Trump’s vendetta against Amazon, waged by proxy against the USPS.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Nihal Krishan, Joshua Sharf, and Woody Vincent.
Jimmy (@SengCenter) begins the show by reflecting on Hillary Clinton’s endorsement of Joe Biden – and how they are both fundamentally cut from the same cloth. Then, the Washington Examiner’s Nihal Krishan (@NihalKrishan), economics policy reporter, joins the show to talk about his interview with American Enterprise Institute President Robert Boar for the Washington Examiner Magazine. In the Examiner article, Board zeroes-in on how to handle poverty during and after the pandemic, so Jimmy and Nihal focus on that particular question. They also discuss challenges with Paycheck Protection Program.
Then, Joshua Sharf (@JoshuaSharf), Senior Fellow at the Independence Institute, offers insights on the financial woes states are facing because of their public pension systems – his area of specialty – and thoughts on whether states should be bailed out, allowed to go bankrupt, or nothing done to provide relief. Are states’ financial challenges simply the result of COVID-19, or is the public pension crisis the main driver? Finally, veteran stock trader Woody Vincent returns to provide pesrpective on why the stock market is higher despite bad economic data, important things to keep in mind in this market, and more.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Jenny Beth Martin, Liz Harrington, and John Tamny.
Jimmy (@SengCenter) begins the April 28th “Jimmy at the Crossroads” by exposing the absurd claims by media types and Democratic politicians that President Trump’s comments last Thursday are causing a “spike” in poison control calls.
Then, Jenny Beth Martin (@JennyBethM) joins Jimmy from Tea Party Patriots Action to discuss the push to #ReopenAmerica and Democrats’ attempts bail out states suffering from pension crises. Republican National Committee national spokesperson Liz Harrington (@LizRNC) drops by next. Liz shares thoughts on Trump’s handling of the coronavirus crisis, media shenanigans, and the 2020 virtual campaign. Finally, John Tamny (@JohnTamny) – Vice President at FreedomWorks and editor of RealClearMarkets – returns to offer his unabashadly free-market perspective on reopening the economy, the shutdown’s economic impact, and much more.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Ruben Navarrette, Gordon Chang, and Phil van Doorn.
Jimmy (@SengCenter) begins by debating syndicated columnist Ruben Navarrette (@RubenNavarretteJr) about the prospect of reopening the economy. They also discuss the media’s double standard hypocrisy with how they’ve handled the sexual assault allegations against Joe Biden.
Next, Gordon G. Chang (@GordonGChang) returns. This time, Gordon – author of “Nuclear Showdown: North Korea Takes on the World” and “Losing South Korea” – takes on the question of whether Kim Jong Un is likely really dead, what the geopolitical circumstances may be like if he is (or isn’t) dead, who might replace him, and more. Finally, Phil van Doorn (@PhilipvanDoorn) briefly joins the show to discuss markets, and producer Nathan Matoush (@MatoushMagic) sums up some key NFL Draft highlights.
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads for "Free to Choose Friday" with Danielle Butcher, Nicolas Loris, and EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler!
It's our first "Free to Choose Friday," focused on protecting the environment through the free market. And yes, that is NOT a contradiction! After Jimmy explains what our FCFs are about and gives an overview of the free market approach to conservation, he's joined by Danielle Butcher (@DaniSButcher), COO and EVP of the American Conservation Coalition. They discuss ACC's mission, talking with young people about climate change/conservation and the free market, and some conservative solutions to environmental issues and why smaller government is better when it comes to conservation.
Next, the Heritage Foundation's Nicolas Loris (@NiconomistLoris) offers insights on why the Green New Deal, the carbon tax, and other big government "solutions" to environmental problems are not, in fact, solutions, and why they do more harm than good. They talk about the idea of "market failures" causing climate change and more. Finally, EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler (@EPAAWheeler) joins Jimmy to delve into some of the Trump administration's regulatory rollbacks while protecting the environment and more. (From April 24, 2020 Video Livestream.)
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with David Harsanyi and Fahad Naser.
After Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) explores some hubris of a couple left-wing politicians, National Review senior writer David Harsanyi (@DavidHarsanyi) joins the show to discuss Facebook's attempts to squelch the free speech of stay-at-home protesters and #ReopenAmerica rallygoers. Jimmy and David also talk about how social media platforms are in league with governments and hope to benefit from regulations, as well as vicious liberal media attacks against the protesters.
Then, Fahad Nazer (@KSAEmbassySpox), official spokesperson for the Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Washington, D.C., calls in to speak with Jimmy. They explore Saudi Arabia's relationship with the United States, the recent oil deal struck with the OPEC+ countries, Russia and the U.S., the KSA's incursion in Yemen, and how the Kingdom has been handling the COVID-19 crisis internally. (From April 23, 2020 Video Livestream.)
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Howard Husock, Nathan Matoush, and Heidi Ganahl.
Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) is joined by Howard Husock, Senior Fellow at the Manhattan Institute and author of a new op-ed for The Washington Examiner magazine, as our Washington Examiner Wednesday guest! Howard discusses his piece, "Living in the future," and explains how the coronavirus pandemic underscores some key, inevitable changes to day-to-day life in America, from housing and transportation to working from home and zoning laws - and how government shouldn't impede these important innovations.
Then, producer Nathan Matoush (@MatoushMagic) comes on to discuss some actual sports news - particularly the NFL draft - as well as the prospects for professional sports to return. Finally, Heidi Ganahl (@HeidiGanahl), Board Chair of Job Creators Network, shares thoughts on the Paycheck Protection Program and its value as a lifeline for small businesses, but also how it underscores the need to reopen the American economy soon. She offers perspective on reports that PPP loans have been given to larger companies and on how small businesses are weathering the storm. Ganahl, who is also owner of SheFactor and a University of Colorado At-Large Regent, also discusses the experiences of young women graduating college and going into the workforce now, as well as how major universities are weathering the coronavirus storm. (From April 22, 2020 Video Livestream.)
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Antonia Okafor, Shaun Flanagan, and Crista Huff.
Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) begins the show by blasting the media for its malicious sneering against the stay-at-home protesters and explains why it's so troubling. Then, Antonia Okafor (@antonia_okafor), Director of Outreach for Gun Owners of America, offers thoughts on the media elites and insights on the current state of gun rights in America during the coronavirus crisis.
Next, Shaun Flanagan, Director of the Centre for Metrics at the U.K.'s Legatum Institute, delves into their U.S. Prosperity Index, its key components, how the 50 states compare, what makes for prosperity, and more. Finally, Crista Huff (@CristaHuff), Chief Analyst at Cabot Undervalued Stocks Advisor, returns to break down what's happening with the oil price and the stock market, as well as how to interpret the headlines and corporate earnings season. (From April 21, 2020 Video Livestream.)
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Dr. Dennis Deruelle, MD, FHM.
Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) begins an abbreviated Friday edition of “Jimmy at the Crossroads” by explaining how President Trump’s plan to “Reopen America” is not, as CNN put it, a “complete reversal” by the president. Then, Dr. Dennis Deruelle, MD, FHM (@Drderuelle) – physician, practicing Hospitalist, and author of “Your Healthcare Playbook: Winning the Game of Modern Medicine” – joins the show to offer expert medical perspective on the reopening plan and what Americans should keep in mind as we go through the three phases – and beyond. (From April 17, 2020 Video Livestream.)
Join Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) at the Crossroads with Randy Schaffer, Dr. Jeffrey Singer, and Dr. Rob Margesson, PhD.
Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) begins with Michigan resident Randy Schaffer, founder of the America 101 Project, who calls in to discuss Wednesday's "Operation Gridlock" protest in Lansing by thousands of Michiganders against Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's stay-at-home orders. Next, Jimmy is joined by Dr. Jeffrey Singer, M.D. (@dr4liberty), Senior Fellow at the Cato Institute, who offers insights on how politics is getting in the way of the doctor-patient relationship when it comes prescription drugs (such as in the Hydroxychloroquine debate) and the role the FDA should - and shouldn't - have in approving prescription drugs.
Finally, Dr. Rob Margesson, PhD. - associate professor of communication and chair of the Communications Department at Denver's Regis University - offers insights on how colleges and universities have been dealing with the coronavirus pandemic and what might happen in the fall. Dr. Margesson, who teaches a free speech class, discusses free speech on college campuses and offers a leftist's perspective on Bernie Sanders' endorsement of Joe Biden this week. (From April 16, 2020 Video Livestream.)
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Tiana Lowe, Bazzel Baz, and Dr. Tom Krannawitter, PhD. (Speakeasy Ideas).
Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) begins the show by blasting former President Barack Obama's speech endorsing Joe Biden. Then, Washington Examiner commentary writer Tiana Lowe (@TianaTheFirst) joins the show to discuss the Obama endorsement, the growing tyranny of Michigan Gov. Whitmer, and more.
Next, former(?) costar of NBC's "The Blacklist," Bazzel Baz (@BazzelBaz), returns to offer his insights as an-ex CIA officer and Marine Corps veteran on the prospect that the novel coronavirus was actually generated at a lab in Wuhan, China - not just by pure happenstance from bats at a wet mart. Finally, Dr. Tom Krannawitter, PhD. (@TomKrannawitter), President of Speakeasy Ideas, constitutional scholar, and former college professor, joins Jimmy to break down what individual rights really are - and how we should think about them in the COVID age. (From April 15, 2020 Video Livestream.)
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Charmaine Yoest, Cassie Smedile, and Robby Starbuck.
Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) begins by criticizing President Trump's talk of "total authority" at yesterday's press conference. Then, Charmaine Yoest (@CharmaineYoest), VP of the Institute for Family, Community, and Opportunity at the Heritage Foundation, joins Jimmy to discuss Heritage's National Coronavirus Recovery Commission, of which she is co-executive director. They talk about what policymakers need to keep in mind during and after the crisis. The website is www.CoronavirusCommission.com.
Then, RNC Deputy Communications Director Cassie Smedile (@CMSmedile) offers reaction to Bernie's endorsement of Joe Biden, Trump's press conference tussles with the media, and more. Finally, producer and director Robby Starbuck (@RobbyStarbuck) shares insights from his Western Journal op-ed, "COVID Crisis Is a Preview of What America Would Look Under Socialism." The "Grow Up" co-host talks about his family's experience under the brutal socialist regime in Cuba and what lessons that teaches America, and they discuss young people and socialism, Bernie and Biden, and the media today. (From April 14, 2020 Video Livestream.)
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Michael Hiltzik (LA Times) and former Ambassador Sam H. Zakhem.
Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) is joined at the outset by LA Times columnist Michael Hiltzik (@hiltzikm). They discuss the Post Office's struggles during the COVID-19 crisis and before, as well as President Trump's attacks against the Postal Service. They also talk about the economy, what a Phase 4 coronavirus "stimulus" might include, and the prospect of all-mail ballots.
Then, former U.S. Ambassador to Bahrain Sam Zakhem calls in to offer insights on the oil production deal reached by the U.S., Saudi Arabia, and Russia over the weekend, as well as the changing dynamics in the Middle East as a result of Trump administration policies. Finally, Jimmy lambasts Democratic nominee-to-be Joe Biden's new "student loan solution," explains why it's a bad idea, and offers up some alternative policies. (From the April 13, 2020 Video Livestream)
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Phil van Doorn, Ken Montera, and Roshini Rajkumar.
First up, MarketWatch investing columnist and analyst Phil van Doorn (@PhilipvanDoorn) returns to talk through the stock market, the need to NOT focus on headlines when it comes to investing, and some of the benefits and financial help you can get during the coronavirus crisis. Then, Ken Montera, former EVP of Retail Operations for L Brands, offers insights and expertise on the state of retail during coronavirus, what will happen after the crisis has abated, and more.
Finally, strategic communications and crisis coach Roshini Rajkumar (@RoshiniR), podcast and radio host and author of "Communicate That," rejoins the show to discuss Dr. Fauci's and President Trump's preference for handshakes to go away even AFTER the coronavirus pandemic has been alleviated. Plus, Jimmy and Roshini discuss the erosion of civil liberties amidst the current crisis, how we ought to keep some traditions on Easter, and more. (From the April 10, 2020 Video Livestream)
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Tom Pyle, Elaine Parker, and former Congresswoman, Dr. Nan Hayworth, M.D.
Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) is joined by Tom Pyle (@TomJPyle) - President of the American Energy Alliance - joins Jimmy to discuss the oil price war between Saudi Arabia and Russia, its impact on American industry, and the remarkable achievement of energy independence. Then, Elaine Parker (@Elaine_Parker), Chief Communications officer of the Job Creators Network, elucidates on the Paycheck Protection Program, its benefits to small business during the coronavirus pandemic, and JCN's argument in favor of providing additional funding for the program.
Finally, Dr. Nan Hayworth, MD., a former Congresswoman from New York, rejoins Jimmy to offer medical expertise regarding the ongoing debate about hydroxychloroquine as a potential treatment for COVID-19 patients. Dr. Hayworth, who has worked with patients prescribed hydroxychloroquine in other medical situations, explains how it has been used in the past and what is value could be in treating COVID-19. They also discuss the role that government regulations have - and should have - when it comes to prescription drugs like hydroxychloroquine, as well as the importance of only acting with at a physician's direction. (From the April 9, 2020 Video Livestream)
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with John Gage, Keith Nobles, and John Tamny.
Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) BLASTS MSNBC's Dr. Zeke Emanuel and others who think we can and should endure shutdowns for 1.5 years. Then, it's Washington Examiner Wednesday! Our first guest today is John Gage (@JohnRobertGage), Breaking News Reporter at the Examiner, who updates us on the latest coronavirus numbers in the U.S. and China, the Wisconsin primary yesterday, the tweetstorm surrounding CNN's Jake Tapper, and a crazy story out of Colorado.
Next, Keith Nobles (@AuthorNobles), former intel contractor and author of the novel "Our Dogs Did Not Bark," returns to offer his thoughts on the removal of Captain Brett Crozier from the U.S.S. Theodore Roosevelt, the resignation of Navy Secretary Thoms Modly, and the quieter war of words between the Trump administration and the Chinese regime. Finally, John Tamny (@JohnTamny), VP at FreedomWorks and editor at RealClearMarkets, rejoins the show to offer his no-holds-barred perspective on free markets, what drives an economy, trade, the Defense Production Act, and Peter Navarro. (From the April 8, 2020 Video Livestream)
Jimmy Sengenberger is at the Crossroads with Ruben Naverrette, Rick French, and Chris Burns.
Jimmy opens with a passionate argument against a nationwide coronavirus shutdown. Then, syndicated columnist Ruben Navarrette (@RubenNavarrette) comes on to talk about the growing controversy surrounding Hydroxychloroquine, the potential COVID-19 treatment. Next, Jimmy is joined by Rick French, co-owner of the Daytona Tortugas minor league baseball team, film producer at Prix Productions, member of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Board of Trustees, and Chairman & CEO of French/West/Vaughan. Rick offers insights on the prospect that Major League Baseball might return next month, what's happening in the film industry as a result of coronavirus, and more.
Finally, Chris Burns (@cwburns), CEO of Dynamic Money, talks stock market moves, important things for investors to keep in mind, the Fed's diminished role in stabilizing the economy, and the impact of the stimulus package. Jimmy and Chris also discuss the toll the China trade war is taking on American companies' ability to manufacture needed medical equipment like ventilators. (From the April 7, 2020 Video Livestream)
Jimmy Sengenberger is at the Crossroads with Alex Berezow, Maj. Gen. Paul Vallely (US Army, Ret.), and AB Stoddard.
Jimmy launches into a striking monologue on the need to keep in mind the importance of economic health as policymakers decide what to do after April 30 and "30 Days to Slow the Spread." Then, he dives deeper into the topic of balancing public health and economic health with Alex Berezow (@alexbberezow), VP at the American Council on Science and Health and author of a USA Today column on the subject.
Next, Maj. Gen. Paul Vallely (U.S. Army, Ret.) joins he show to discuss the removal of Captain Brett Crozier from his post on the U.S.S. Theodore Roosevelt, President Trump's use of the Defense Production Act, and General Vallely's organization, the Stand Up America US Foundation. Finally, RealClearPolitics Associate Editor A.B. Stoddard (@theabstoddard) offers perspective on governments' handling of the coronavirus pandemic, 2020 politics amidst the current crisis, and the possibility of virtual political conventions and a nationwide switch to all-mail voting. (From the April 6, 2020 Video Livestream)
Jimmy Sengenberger is at the Crossroads with Michael Barone, Wayne Williams, and Richard Lorenc.
Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) begins by explaining his concerns about how President Trump is implementing the Defense Production Act. Then, he'ss joined by Washington Examiner Senior Political Analyst Michael Barone (@MichaelBarone) to guage his thoughts on a few coronavirus-related topics and the historic nature of the "virtual campaign" in 2020.
Next, former Colorado Secretary of State Wayne Williams offers insights on Colorado's experience as the third state to shift to all-mail ballots, what other states must look at if they want to move forward with such a policy, and other things to keep in mind. Finally, Richard Lorenc (@rlorenc), Executive VP of the Foundation for Economic Education, joins Jimmy to talk about FEE's YEAR Report and what it can teach us about messaging free market capitalism to Millennials, things to keep in mind for online outreach, and more! (From the April 3, 2020 Video Livestream)
Jimmy Sengenberger is at the Crossroads with Crista Huff, Sidney Powell, and Gordon G. Chang.
Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) talks with producer Nathan Matoush (@MatoushMagic) about coronavirus's impact on the sports world and comparing Pres. Trump's and Gov. Cuomo's handling of the crisis. Crista Huff (@CristaHuff), chief analyst at Cabot Undervalued Stocks Advisor, offers insights on the goings-on in the stock market and how to react (or not) to the headlines.
Then, former federal prosecutor Sidney Powell (@SidneyPowell1) - coauthor of the new book "Conviction Machine" and Lt. Gen. Michael Flynn's attorney - joins the show to discuss her book, federal prosecutorial abuse, Flynn's guilty plea, and more! Finally, Gordon G. Chang (@GordonGChang) returns to discuss China's early and continuing role in coronavirus, the Trump administration's messaging regarding that issue, and more. (From the April 2, 2020 Video Livestream)
Jimmy Sengenberger is at the Crossroads with Anthony Leonardi, Marc Lotter, and Woody Vincent.
Washington Examiner breaking news reporter Anthony Leonardi (@TonyDLeonardi) joins Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) to discuss the latest news on coronavirus – including some heartwarming stories – and 2020 political dynamics amidst the crisis. Then, Trump 2020 Strategic Communications Director Marc Lotter (@Marc_Lotter) talks COVID-19 politics with Jimmy, who follows the interview with commentary on the frequent claim that conservatives "don't follow the science." Finally, veteran stock trader and "What's In A Name" author Woody Vincent offers insights on what's happening in the stock market and with oil, what investors should keep in mind strategically, and industries to watch. (From the April 1, 2020 Video Livestream)
Jimmy Sengenberger is at the Crossroads with Elizabeth Wright and Thomas Pyle.
Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) is joined by Elizabeth Wright (@ElizLWright) of Citizens Against Government Waste. They discuss her op-ed for the Washington Examiner arguing against President Trump using the Defense Production Act to help with the coronavirus crisis. Then, American Energy Alliance President Thomas Pyle (@TomJPyle) shares insights into the Trump administration's proper decision to implement new fuel efficiency standards, Trump's shift to better energy policy, and more. Jimmy closes by offering commentary on the World Health Organization's refusal to answer questions about Taiwan and COVID-19 - covering for China - and explaining why the FDA should only approve drugs for safety but not efficacy. (From the March 31, 2020 Video Livestream)
Jimmy Sengenberger is at the Crossroads with DA George Brauchler and Ruben Navarrette.
Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) talks with George Brauchler (@GeorgeBrauchler) - DA for Colorado's largest Judicial District, the 18th - about how he's looking at enforcing "Stay-At-Home" orders and what he's hearing from other DAs in Colorado and around the country. They also discuss death penalty and left-wing efforts to subvert DA elections around the country. (Brauchler prosecuted the Aurora theater shooter and is one of about 35 DAs with more than a million people in his jurisdiction.) Then, syndicated columnist Ruben Navarrette (@RubenNavarrette) rejoins Jimmy to discuss the presidential campaign, COVID-19 politics, and more! (From the March 30, 2020 Video Livestream)
Jimmy Sengenberger is at the Crossroads with entertainer Jimmie Viles and "The Blacklist" actor Bazzel Baz.
Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) chats with "Tom Hanks After Quarantine" and the man behind the character, entertainer Jimmie Viles, about voice acting, life as a performer right now, and the entertainer bailouts contained in the CARES Act relief bill. Then, Jimmy is joined by Bazzel Baz (@BazzelBaz) - actor on "The Blacklist," ex-CIA Special Operations officer, former Marine, and founder of the Association for the Recovery of Children - to get his insights on the national security implications of the COVID-19 crisis, China's role, quarantines and "martial law," being a conservative in Hollywood, and more! (From the March 27, 2020 Video Livestream)
Jimmy Sengenberger is at the Crossroads with Phil van Doorn, Max McGuire, and Alfredo Ortiz.
On "Jimmy at the Crossroads" March 26, host Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) gets insights on the stock market and investing from MarketWatch columnist Phil van Doorn (@PhilipvanDoorn). Then, Conservative Daily advocacy director and podcast host Max McGuire (@SanityPolitics) gives an update on how gun rights are being handled across the country with coronavirus concerns. Finally, Job Creators Network (@JobCreatorsUSA) president and CEO Alfredo Ortiz shares his thoughts on how the CARES Act stimulus/relief bill will impact small businesses. (From the March 26, 2020 Video Livestream)
Jimmy Sengenberger is athe Crossroads with Anthony Leonardi and Joel Griffith.
Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) gets the latest on today's CARES Act (stimulus/relief bill) from Anthony Leonardi (@TonyDLeonardi), Breaking News reporter at The Washington Examiner. They also discuss the "virtual" Democratic presidential campaign and Biden's Bumbles of the Week. Jimmy offers commentary on President Trump's desire to "reopen the economy" and digs into the good, the bad, and the ugly of the CARES act with The Heritage Foundation's Joel Griffith (@JoelGriffith). (From the March 25, 2020 Video Livestream)
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with U.S. Sen. Cory Gardner, fmr. U.S. Rep. Nan Hayworth, MD, Nathan "Matoush Magic," and Rick Newman.
Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) replays his interview with Senator Cory Gardner (R-CO) and then talks live with former NY Congresswoman Nan Hayworth, M.D. (@NanHayworth) about the COVID-19 medical concerns, possible treatment, and state quarantine policies. Then, producer Nathan Matoush (@MatoushMagic_1) chats with Jimmy about COVID-19's impact on the sports world, NFL news, and his thoughts as a newcomer on the political dynamics in D.C. Finally, Yahoo! Finance Columinst Rick Newman (@RickJNewman) joins us to discuss balancing individual liberty and public health, Congressional politics, and the possible economic policy responses to #coronavirus. (From March 24, 2020 Video Livestream.)
Jimmy Sengenberger is at the Crossroads with Daniel Turner, Keith Nobles, and Michael Hiltzik.
Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) begins with a little LIVE harmonica solo! Then, Power The Future Executive Director Daniel Turner (@DanielTurnerPTF) joins Jimmy to discuss the need to include oil and gas among the beneficiaries of Congress's economic response to COVID-19. Keith Nobles Author of the novel "Our Dogs Did Not Bark: A Politically Incorrect Dystopian Tale" (@KeithNoblesAuthor) and former intelligence contractor calls in to offer thoughts on the economic response and his expert insights into China's propaganda machine. Finally, liberal Los Angeles Times columnist Michael Hiltzik (@hiltzikm) shares perspective on what's happening in California re: coronavirus and hashes out the federal economic response. (From the March 24 Video Livestream)
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Kaylee McGhee and John Tamny.
Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) talks with The Washington Examiner's Kaylee McGhee (@KayleeDMcGhee) about American life with COVID-19. He's also joined by free market firebrand John Tamny (@JohnTamny) - Vice President at FreedomWorks and editor of RealClearMarkets - to field his unique, no-holds-barred take on coronavirus. Finally, Jimmy talks about his experience after yesterday's show in becoming an apparent victim of Chinese propaganda subterfuge on social media, what actually happened, and what it means! (From March 21, 2020 Video Livestream.)
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Gordon G. Chang.
Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) talks with "The Coming Collapse of China" author Gordon G. Chang (@GordonGChang) about the culpability of the Chinese government in the COVID-19 crisis we now face, their international propaganda effort blaming the U.S., and more. Then, Jimmy discusses his new op-ed for The Washington Examiner, "Coronavirus is no excuse for a Trump New Deal" and offers his thoughts on what Congress should - and shouldn't - do to address the economic fallout from the coronavirus crisis. (From March 19, 2020 Video Livestream.)
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Ruben Navarrette.
Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) talks with syndicated columnist Ruben Navarrette (@RubenNavarrette) about the Biden vs. Bernie debate - likely the only one we'll see - and the COVID-19 politics and optics. Then, Jimmy offers perspective on the Federal Reserve's weekend decisions and the stock market environment. (From March 16, 2020 Video Livestream.)
Join Jimmy Sengenberger at the Crossroads with Roshini Rajkumar and Phil van Doorn.
Jimmy Sengenberger (@SengCenter) breaks down how President Trump and other elected officials have been managing the Coronavirus Crisis so far, how the media is handling it, and the chaos in the markets. Strategic and crisis communications coach Roshini Rajkumar (@RoshiniR) offers insights on the coronavirus situation, as well as Sunday's upcoming Joe Biden vs. Bernie Sanders debate, and MarketWatch columnist Phil Van Doorn (@PhilipvanDoorn) gives his take on the stock market malaise and how to approach this tumultuous time for investors! (From March 12, 2020 Video Livestream.)