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Ian Swanson is a faith, family, and football Nebraskan who can be heard weekdays from 2 to 6 pm on NewsRadio 1110 KFAB.
Ben Sasse to announce his intention to resign as a U.S. Senator.
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See Mike's jet ski journey and follow his future adventures here:
https://www.youtube.com/c/MichaelStraubSeaDooLooper/videos
Derek Muller - The University of Iowa - College of Law joined Ian 2:35PM on News Radio 1110 KFAB.
Doug Kagan - Chairman - Nebraska Taxpayers for Freedom joined Ian at 2:38PM on News Radio 1110 KFAB.
The Last of the 357th Infantry: Harold Frank's WWII Story of Faith and Courage
https://www.amazon.com/Books-Mark-Hager/s?rh=n%3A283155%2Cp_27%3AMark+Hager
Matthew Hansen of Flatwater Free Press gives us the scoop on the Nebraska parole board.
Scandal City Noir is back, and with a story this sordid, Ian Swanson lays down a movie trailer to sum it all up. GET TO THE CHOPPA!
Josh Blackman - South Texas College of Law
- BIO: https://www.cato.org/people/josh-blackman
- TWITTER: @JoshMBlackman
Dr. Gary Wolfrum is the William E. Simon Professor in Economics and Public Policy at Hillsdale College
In our second ever Friday Fire at 4, once again your phone was the microphone. Hot takes, conspiracies, and whatever else you all wanted to throw at us.
Mike Sobolik from the American Foreign Policy Council is our expert on all things China. There was plenty to talk about with the Olympics starting over the weekend.
Your phone is the microphone. Only 2 rules to the new Ian Swanson staple:
1. Make it compelling
2. Don't break any FCC rules
Let's hear your best hot take of the week!
Scott Voorhees was live in the studio with Ian and producer Matt. Ian had some extra questions for Scott he thought went uncovered in his recent feature in Omaha Magazine.
If you missed the 3 PM hour of the Ian Swanson Show, these are but a few interesting and odd topics Ian delved into. With a little dusty detective noir music from producer Matt.
Ian reflects on the culture of YouTube and social media influencers, their struggles with identity, and a burgeoning generation with self-image issues.
The latest Producer's Pick segment goes in a few weird directions:
- A Duke & Duchess who must be clowning
- A 40 person brawl at a Pennsylvania Golden Corral
- And maybe the greatest idea of all time: Local Politician Pillow Fight
Nebraska Farm Bureau President Mark McHargue joined Ian at 5:48 PM to discuss the new Agricultural Right to Repair Act.
Irish Fisherman vs all of Russia. A story that makes the movie Rocky IV sound like a rom com. Ok, that may be overselling it a touch. You be the judge, what do you think of Ian's Hero of the Week??
The case is made by Dan Pilla of TaxHelpOnline.Com. What do you think? Should Nebraska switch to a consumption tax model?
Kaylee McGhee White of the Washington Examiner on the recent wars waged on free speech at colleges and in the media.
Twitter: @KayleeDMcGhee
Insta: @kayleedmcghee
Jack O'Brien performs in Fiddler On The Roof, which will be coming to the Orpheum Theatre later this month.
Our Husker Insider Sean Callahan calls in at 5:05 to give us the latest football recruiting news and fills us in on all the happenings around the Husker Athletic Department.
Chuck Zurcher is the Regional Membership Director from Association of American Educators.
Local and national weird laws. What were lawmakers thinking when they put these on the books?
Getting tired of Wanda from accounting's boring and far too personal stories during your lunchbreak? (Come on Wanda! We KNOW you solved all the puzzles on Wheel of Fortune last night from your couch! And PRETTY PLEASE, stop talking about your cat.) If that sounds like you, plug in your headphones and slink into that dusty corner by the fridge in your breakroom, and HIT PLAY. : - )
Ian start's his show at 2 PM. Until then, here's yesterday's Producer's Picks to distract you.
Wait, distract? I meant inspire! Get back to work!
U.S. Senator Joni Ernst joined Ian at 4:06 PM to discuss the growing crisis between Ukraine and Russia, Biden's foreign policy mistakes, and how the situation could be resolved.
CPA Gene Marks joined Ian at 2:36 PM to discuss inflation, and the measures needed to correct it.
Walter Blanks, Jr. & Nathan Cunneen are The School Choice Boyz, and they were in studio with Ian to start the show today at 2:06 PM.
Find them on Twitter: @schoolchoicebyz
Chris Pandolfo is a staff writer and type-shouter for Blaze Media. Here's his bio:
https://www.theblaze.com/u/christopherpandolfo
James Wallner of the R Street Institute joined Ian at 4:05 PM to give us the nitty gritty on the filibuster.
Kaylee McGhee White of the Washington Examiner talks with Ian about a recent article on the Supreme Court from NPR. Government-funded NPR. It was complete lies. And not enough people know or care.
This segment started with a producer's pick, Sean Callahan broke in with some breaking sports news. The NSAA has stripped Gretna High School of their state championship from this last year. Hear all the details.
Michael Sobolik of the American Foreign Policy Council is THE expert on all things US foreign policy, and he joined Ian today at 5:06 PM on News Radio 1110 KFAB.
Biden's press conference frequency is woeful when compared to recent Presidents. Did we just get exhibit A today, as to why he's not running to the podium every chance he can? Give it a listen. It's worth it just to hear Ian's play-by-play from today's presser.
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds calls into the Ian Swanson show at 2:36 PM on News Radio 1110 KFAB.
It's time for a round of Producer's Picks!
Matt turned Ian's attention to some strange stories he finds floating around the margins of the interweb.
Luke Moon of Philos Project joined Ian at 3:35 to discuss the hostage situation at a Synagogue over the weekend.
Former Speaker of the Legislature Mike Flood calls in to the Ian Swanson show at 5:06 PM.
Nebraska Regent and candidate for Governor Jim Pillen calls in to Ian Swanson's show at 4:06 PM.
Preston Love Jr. calls Ian on Martin Luther King Jr. Day to share his thoughts on what this day means to him, and and to discuss MLK Jr's legacy.
Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts stops by for the second time this week to talk with Ian at 3:06 PM on News Radio 1110 KFAB.
Who's the new Running Backs coach? What's Sean's grade on all the offseason changes?
Sean Callahan joins Ian at 5:06 PM to discuss recent Husker news.
South Texas College of Law Professor Josh Blackman joined Ian at 5:36 PM to discuss today's breaking news from the Supreme Court.
U.S. Senator Ben Sasse joined Ian at 2:36 PM today to discuss Biden and Chuck Schumer's stomach-turning hypocrisy on the filibuster.
Nebraska Senator Brett Lindstrom joined Ian at 3:05 pm on Wednesday to discuss this and many other topics.
City Councilmember Aimee Melton joins Ian to discuss the new emergency mask mandate and her thoughts on how the decision was handled.
Senator Julie Slama joins Ian to discuss a newly proposed bill which has garnered some vicious death threats from the opposition.
Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts joins Ian to discuss a potential recourse and challenge to this new emergency mask mandate in Omaha.
Mayor Jean Stothert calls in to discuss today's breaking news on the new emergency mask mandate.
Douglas County Commissioner Mike Friend was at the Tuesday Commissioners meeting and gives Ian the scoop and his thoughts.
Regent Jim Pillen talks with Ian about the new mask mandates at UNL and Senator Suzanne Geist calls in to the show to discuss criminal justice reform. Also, Sean Callahan gives us the latest Husker Buzz. The Huskers got themselves a new Quarterback! Who is he?
Ian's off to a sandy beach for the rest of 2021. So he made sure the last two hours of his last 2021 show were filled with laughs, shenanigans, and a charcuterie of your funny emails.
Dr. Matthew Spalding is the Vice President of Washington Operations and Dean of the Van Andel Graduate School of Government at Hillsdale College
The Huskers' top transfer portal QB prospect chose to stay with his school. What's their plan now?
Sean Callahan gives us the latest Husker Buzz. Do we have a quarterback target nailed down?
Senator Justin Wayne shares thoughts on his trek up Mount Kilimanjaro and how federal dollars can be spent supporting North Omaha and Omaha Public Schools.
Also, Sean Callahan fills us in on the latest Husker Buzz on the recruiting trail and transfer portal.
A Taiwanese official had the AUDACITY to show a map with their country on it during a presentation at the Summit for Democracy. And then White House officials cut the satellite feed. I guess Biden's White House can't be seen defending democracy, just in case it hurts China's feelings. Oh, and Biden "talked tough" with Putin. So tough, after their call, it looks like Russia increased their amount of soldiers at the border with Ukraine.
Young blacksmith Colton Arias is the youngest two-time champion on the HISTORY channel’s show “Forged in Fire”. He join's Ian to discuss his story of blacksmithing, bladesmithing, and so much more.
Reporter Elizabeth Rembert of Nebraska Public Media calls in to the Ian Swanson Show in the 3 PM hour.
Mark McHargue. President at Nebraska Farm Bureau joins Ian in the middle of the 4 PM hour.
In the 2PM hour, a camel beauty pageant Botox scandal grabbed Ian and Matt's attention for the first few segments. Afterwards, OWH's Steve Liewer filled Ian in on what the Oklahoma Project has done to help the military ID some of their lost sailors from the attack of Pearl Harbor.
Ian reads a strange and cringe-inducing letter one neighbor sent to another about Christmas lights. Your calls and emails on THAT neighbor ensues.
Pro Tip: Don't be THAT neighbor.
Robert Hasler of Ministry to State joins Ian to discuss what The Advent means to Christians.
Ian reflects on the 80th anniversary of Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor, and reads a poignant write up on the matter.
Grover Norquist, president and founder of Americans for Tax Reform, shares his thoughts on Biden's "Build Back Broke", and how candidates can prove they are - in fact - fiscally conservative.
Nebraska Treasurer John Murante joins Ian to discuss this and announce his re-election plans.
How a retirement announcement from a CA congressman could lead to a Nebraskan Chairing a Powerful Committee.
The Biden administration is reportedly lobbying against a bill to ban products made from slave labor. DC foreign policy analyst Michael Sobolik joins the show to tell us why, and shares some sobering news out of China. Where's the Biden administration in all of this?
Republican Candidate for Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen calls Ian to give his thoughts on UNL's controversial anti-racism plan after Preston Love Jr's interview earlier in the show.
Gretna Mayor Mike Evans joins Ian to discuss Gretna's growing population, Christmas plans, and more.
Preston Love Jr joined Ian in the first hour of Ian Swanson's show Friday to defend and expand on his recent op-ed in the Omaha World Herald. Ian thinks he's changed his tune a bit on the details since they last spoke on the issue.
Sean Callahan gives us the latest Husker buzz. Adrian Martinez is moving on, who will be our next offensive assistant coaches, and how's the recruiting class shaping up amidst all this turmoil and turnover?
Stick around after Sean's interview for the rest of the hour. Ian cover's today's local news, and reads funny questions from listeners. Did his Dad just write a new commercial jingle?
Colonel Tom Brewer climbed Mount Kilimanjaro with 4 other state senators and shared some WILD stories. Could he lead them all the way to the top? Of course the Colonel did. Hear his journey.
Could we see Roe v. Wade overturned in the near future?
Renowned legal scholar and South Texas College of Law Houston Professor, Josh Blackman, joins Ian to break down - in detail - what was said at today's SCOTUS hearing.
Nate Grasz at Nebraska Family Alliance joined Ian to discuss a huge moment in American history happening at the Supreme Court on December 1st.
A special guest joins Sean and Ian for the beginning of Husker Buzz. Sean updates us on the names he considers to be atop Coach Frost's coaching search list and regales us with stories from college football coaching search past.
Luke Moon of the Philos Project joins Ian to discuss the work they've done to fight anti-Semitism.
Gary Sadlemyer calls Ian to give the final verdict:
Turkey vs Mashed Potatoes with Gravy
Pumpkin Pie vs Pecan Pie
Governor Pete Ricketts joins Ian to discuss his loss of faith in UNL Chancellor Ronnie Green's leadership.
Preston Love Jr., a longtime civil rights activist and professor of Black Studies at UNO, joins Ian to discuss UNL’s "Journey for Anti-Racism and Racial Equity plan".
Luke Isaacson, Discipleship Pastor from Omaha's Waypoint Church, joins Ian.
They discuss the meaning of Thanksgiving and how to handle political conversations at the dinner table this holiday.
Did we just see the last moments of Husker Adrian Martinez's career this past Saturday?
University of Nebraska Board of Regents Chairman Paul Kenney gives Ian an inside scoop on the conversation Ronnie Green had with him and his fellow NU Regents. Did Ronnie Green really say Gov. Ricketts was "good with it" when asked about NU's new anti-racism plan?
KFAB Husker Insider Sean Callahan gives us his official prediction of tomorrow's 2:30 PM game against the Wisconsin Badgers? Do the Huskers stand a chance?
Millard School Board Member and Omaha Public Library Board Member Mike Kennedy talks with Ian about OPL's latest partnership with the nonprofit Heritage Services.
Chief Deputy Wayne Hudson's BIO:
Chief Deputy Wayne D. Hudson began his law enforcement career as a Security Police Specialist in the United States Air Force serving from 1986-1992. He started his civilian law enforcement career in 1994 as a Reserve Deputy Sheriff with the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO). In 1995 he was able to obtain a full-time position with the agency. He rose through the ranks to Sergeant in 1998, Lieutenant in 2005, and Captain in 2013. His leadership experience includes the areas of managing patrol deployment, emergency management, fiscal management, human resources, policy development, project management, strategic planning, employee development, public relations, community engagement, court security, building security, and school resources.
During his tenure with the DCSO his assignments included Uniform Patrol, the County Court Division, District Court Division, Entrance Screening Division, Front Desk Division, Court Services Bureau, Administrative Services Bureau, Rapid Deployment Unit, and the CALEA Division.
Chief Deputy Hudson holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice and a Master’s Degree in Public Administration. He is a graduate of the FBI National Academy’s 234th Session and various management and leadership schools. He is a past President of the Metropolitan Chiefs Association. His professional organizational memberships includes the National Organization for Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE) where he is an alumna of the Chief Executive Officer Mentoring Program, board member for the Black Police Officers Association (BPOA) of Omaha, board member for the Women Center for Advancement (WCA), and 100 Black Men of Omaha. He is also a proud member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc.
Nebraska State Senator Julie Slama calls Ian and gives her opinion on Green's job status after today's news.
Nebraska State Senator Julie Slama's BIO:
http://news.legislature.ne.gov/dist01/
Sen. Slama's Twitter:
https://twitter.com/senatorslama
Sen. Slama's Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/senatorslama
The Huskers play Creighton tonight on the basketball court. Also, the football and baseball team have an intriguing new recruit.
Senator Deb Fischer defends her "yes" vote on the infrastructure bill and discusses her Cattle Market Transparency Act.
Where's the city at in their preparation for winter snow removal in Omaha? How far along is the Civic Auditorium site's development? How about the downtown riverfront project? Ian and Mayor Stothert discuss this and more.
On today's Husker Buzz, KFAB Husker Insider Sean Callahan talks with Ian about upcoming Husker football opponent Wisconsin and the developing divisional races in the Big Ten East and West.
Trump's acting director of I.C.E., Ronald Vitiello, talks about the crisis at the southern border and what Biden is doing wrong.
Happy Veterans Day to all those who have served and sacrificed so much for our freedom.
On a special Veterans Day edition of Husker Buzz, KFAB Husker Insider Sean Callahan tells a cool story about former Navy SEAL turned Husker Damian Jackson.
Mike discusses what Veterans Day means to him, and also, a lot of federal dollars are coming into the state, how does Douglas County plan to use the money? Mike and Ian discuss this and more.
Tom Conner, Retired Hillsdale History Professor, joins the show on Veterans Day to discuss the history of the holiday and how to properly honor those who serve.
Lieutenant Governor of Nebraska Mike Foley joins the show today to announce he's running for the Nebraska Auditor of Public Accounts. His former position.
Will Charlie run for reelection or not? Find out during Ian and Charlie Janssen's conversation.
Will she run for governor or won't she? Theresa Thibodeau talks with Ian about her decision to run for Nebraska governor in 2022. Why has she entered the race? What issues are most important to her? Theresa and Ian discuss.
Coach Frost spoke to the media today for the first time since announcing the firing of 4 of his 5 offensive assistants. KFAB Husker Insider Sean Callahan gives us a rundown of what he said and what's ahead for a football team that's in a state of flux.
If the CDC had their way, would we be wearing masks forever? Also, why is the issue regarding critical race theory being taught in American schools so important? Kaylee recently wrote articles for the Washington Examiner about both topics and joins the show to discuss.
How close are we to finally getting a comprehensive rewrite of this state's tax code? And why is it so important that we update the tax code for the first time since 1967? Ian and Lou Ann discuss these and other questions surrounding the potential of tax code reform in Nebraska.
Lou Ann's BIO:
Senator Lou Ann Linehan was elected to the Nebraska Legislature in 2016 and represents Elkhorn, Valley, Waterloo and areas of Omaha and Millard west of 180th Street. Senator Linehan is chairman of the Revenue Committee and serves on the Education Committee.
In the Legislature, Senator Linehan has focused on improving education and tax reform. She successfully championed passage of two key education initiatives in 2018. One ensures assessment and support for children with dyslexia, and the other makes reading a classroom priority so children with reading challenges are identified in grade school and receive the help they need to succeed. As Revenue Committee chair, she is leading the discussion on tax reform and introduced Governor Pete Ricketts’s property tax relief proposals.
Lou Ann was born and raised in rural Johnson County in Southeast Nebraska on a dairy farm her brother still operates. After attending the University of Nebraska Lincoln, Lou Ann moved to Omaha where she became active in Republican politics. In 1996, she managed Chuck Hagel’s United States Senate campaign and upset victory making Hagel the first elected Republican U.S. Senator from Nebraska in 25 years. Following the election, Lou Ann served as Hagel’s chief of staff.
On today's Husker Buzz, Sean discusses the timeline for Nebraska to hire new offensive coaches, and some of the finer points around Trev Alberts' decision to keep Scott Frost for another year.
Rep. Don Bacon voted yes on the infrastructure bill that passed this last Friday. What's in the bill and why did Rep. Bacon decide it was what's best for America?
U.S. Senator for Nebraska Ben Sasse joins the show to discuss the Reconciliation Bill, or better put, Biden's 'Build Back Broke'. Will it pass? Is it good for America? Senator Sasse and Ian discuss this and many more, as they survey political current events.
BREAKING NEWS!!! Scott Frost has restructured his contract and will be the head coach of the Huskers football team in 2022. BUT, four out of five of his offensive assistants will not. Offensive Coordinator Matt Lubick, Offensive Line coach Greg Austin, QB coach Mario Verduzco and RB coach Ryan Held have all been fired. Effective immediately.
KFAB Husker Insider Sean Callahan joins Ian on his daily Husker Buzz segment to discuss this breaking news. They talk about the Huskers' loss to Ohio State last Saturday as well.
Should we get rid of Daylight Savings Time? State Senator Tom Briese joins the show to discuss taxes, daylight savings time, and more.
Former Douglas County Republican Party Chairman Christian Mirch joins the show to discuss his campaign for Nebraska Legislature.
Is the "bathroom debate" coming to Nebraska? Ian's is live from the new Wahlburgers inside Hy-Vee at Shadow Lake Towne Center and joined by Policy Director Nate Grasz of Nebraska Family Alliance. Nate joins the show to discuss the proposed changes to the state college discrimination policy.
Chris joins the show for a recap of last Tuesday's election results, a look at the never-ending infrastructure bill saga, and what recent voter results mean for the Republican party.
KFAB Husker Insider Sean Callahan calls in for his daily segment to update Ian on all things going on in Lincoln with the Huskers. In today's episode:
- Ian puzzles which coaches would consider the Nebraska football job if it were open,
- Sean shares his thoughts on the future of Cincinnati's head coach Luke Fickell.
- Sean shares his thoughts on the newly released College Football Playoff Poll.
Sean's Bio:
Sean Callahan has covered Nebraska football since 1999. He currently is the publisher of HuskerOnline.com, which is a part of the Rivals.com network. He's worked with Rivals since 2000 and HuskerOnline since 2002. A two-time Nebraska sportswriter of the year, Callahan grew up in Omaha and is a graduate of Daniel J. Gross Catholic High School (1999) and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (2003). He and his wife Lisa and their daughters Kit and Carly currently reside in Lincoln. Callahan can be reached at sean@huskeronline.com.
Do we really have a conservative or originalist majority in the Supreme Court, or is it more complicated than that? Also, in light of recent Supreme Court news, what's a shadow docket and rocket docket? Ian and Josh discuss this and more.
- Josh Blackman Bio:
Josh Blackman is a national thought leader on constitutional law and the United States Supreme Court. Josh’s work was quoted during two presidential impeachment trials. He has testified before Congress and advises federal and state lawmakers. Josh regularly appears on TV, including NBC, CBS, ABC, Fox, and the BBC. Josh is also a frequent guest on NPR and other syndicated radio programs. He has published commentaries in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, and leading national publications.
Since 2012, Josh has served as a professor at the South Texas College of Law Houston. Josh is also an adjunct scholar at the Cato Institute. Josh has authored three books. His latest, An Introduction to Constitutional Law, was a top-five bestseller on Amazon. Josh has written more than five dozen law review articles that have been cited nearly a thousand times. Josh was selected by Forbes Magazine for the “30 Under 30” in Law and Policy. Josh is the President of the Harlan Institute, and founded FantasySCOTUS, the Internet’s Premier Supreme Court Fantasy League. He blogs at the Volokh Conspiracy and tweets @JoshMBlackman.
Sen. John McCollister has been a strong supporter of a citizens redistricting committee. Ian invites McCollister onto the show to explain his idea and how it'd be different from the way it works now.
Nebraska Basketball is playing a song known as the "Black National Anthem" before the official American anthem, which has prompted pushback from candidates for Governor. Ian talks about the issue and takes calls to hear your thoughts.
A few weeks ago, Senator Ben Hansen called for a special session on the issue of Covid vaccine mandates. Without getting enough support from his fellow senators, the time has now expired to gather a special legislative session. what happens now?
How does Husker coaching search history inform a potential new coaching search in 2021? We know, Coach Frost is still Nebraska's coach, and we ALL want him to have the kind of finish to the season that would save his job and propel this team into next year. But, Ian takes Sean down a hypothetical path, just in case there ends up being a head coaching vacancy for the Huskers football team.
Facebook has created a "Metaverse" which they say will create "a new phase of interconnected virtual experiences" for it's users. Ian brings Minister Robert Hasler on the show to talk about the impacts of striving for so much digital connection. Are we willfully disconnecting ourselves from reality? What are the long-term implications of this kind of vision? Ian and Robert discuss.
Robert Hasler's BIO:
ROBERT HASLER, MTS MINISTRY ASSOCIATE, WASHINGTON, D.C.
Ministering to those serving in government.
Robert is actively engaged with Ministry to State’s work on Capitol Hill, especially with the junior staff and interns. Some of Robert’s work with MTS includes leading Bible studies, serving as the communications director, assisting the Executive Director, and even co-hosting a podcast, The Will & Rob Show.
Robert is from Southlake, TX and graduated from Hillsdale College in 2015. Prior to working for Ministry to State, he worked at his alma mater directing their undergraduate programs and alumni relations. He and his wife (Kirsten) and son (James) live in Woodbridge, VA. Robert is also pursuing his M.Div. through Covenant Theological Seminary.
The books are said to give students more diverse and inclusive options. But, do they represent both sides of the debate? Are they prioritizing one set of political beliefs over the other?
Is the American economy headed for stagflation? We haven't seen that since the Carter presidency in the 1970s. Dr. Tyler Goodspeed, of the Hoover Institute and the former acting chairman of the Council of Economic Advisers, joins the show to discuss.
Here's Dr. Goodspeed's BIO:
Dr. Tyler Goodspeed served as the Acting Chairman and Vice Chairman of the White House’s Council of Economic Advisers, having been appointed by the President as a Member of the Council in 2019. In that role he advised the Administration’s economic response to the coronavirus pandemic, as well as subsequent economic recovery packages. He also served as Chief Economist for Macroeconomic Policy and Senior Economist for tax, public finance, and macroeconomics. He played an instrumental role in designing the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act. Tyler received his B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. from Harvard University; and received his Master of Philosophy from the University of Cambridge. He is currently a Kleinheinz Fellow at the Hoover Institution at Stanford University. He is also a member of the American Economic Association and Economic History Association and an adjunct scholar at the Cato Institute.
After another brutal loss for the Huskers, it's time for a quick therapy session with KFAB Husker Insider Sean Callahan.
Michael Ross is representing UNL students as they challenge their university to allow a wider diversity of voices to speak on campus. The students belong to the campus group Ratio Christi. A speaker's right to speak to their group was denied recently because that speaker was Christian. Is this right? Does this kind of thing represent the "marketplace of ideas" an institution of higher learning aspires to be? Ian and Michael discuss.
The Iowa Legislature approved a second redistricting map yesterday. Jon joins Ian to discuss his thoughts and what's next for Iowa's redistricting plans in the future.
How does the Forge Leadership Network get young people involved in the conservative movement? What goes on, and what is taught at their annual 5-day summit? How do young people get involved with the Forge Leadership Network? Adam answered these questions and more when he talked with Ian today.
Lucrece Bundy of Bundy Law LLC talked with Ian today about child adoption in Nebraska. How does that process work? Why is it so important? What does Lucrece think of the current state of our foster care system? Listen to Ian's interview to get an expert's thoughts on adoption and foster care.
Ian's got tickets to see Hamilton tonight. Live at the Orpheum Theater. Acclaimed Broadway actor Bryson Bruce, who performs the rolls Marquis de Lafayette and Thomas Jefferson in Hamilton, joins Ian to discuss the show.
Will he run for governor in 2022, or not? What does he think of Donald Trump's endorsement of Charles Herbster? Dave Heineman joins Ian in studio to answer these questions and many more.
Do people have too high a view of marriage? Should marriage be reserved for people who "have it all figured out"? Why is the institution of marriage losing favor among celebrities? Ian shares his thoughts.
Joe Jordan, investigative journalist for News Channel Nebraska, calls in to discuss his recent interview with Congressman Don Bacon. Some of Rep. Bacon's comments on Trump and the 2024 election made headlines. Ian delves deeper into that interview with Joe and explores other local political topics.
To what extent should diversity, equity, and inclusion training be apart of each school's curriculum. Parents are passionate about being involved in the discussion. Can conservatives take back the narrative on education?
We hear thoughts from Democratic Virginia gubernatorial candidate Terry McAuliffe, and Former United States Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice.
Mike Beyer was told his 8 years of service as a construction electrician in the Navy would only count for 1 year of experience in Nebraska. With Jim Vokal and the Platte Institute's help, Mike changed that. Press play to hear his story.
What do good food, cow burps, and climate change have in common? Ashley Kohls, Nebraska Cattlemen's VP of Government Affairs, joins the show to discuss a story and editorial from the Omaha World Herald over the weekend on the beef industry and climate change.
Iowa just released a second set of congressional and legislative maps. What's the response been from republicans in their state legislature?
Brent and Ian get into the weeds of state redistricting.
What does Aimee think about resource officers in schools? What do we need to know about fall yard waste pickup around the metro? Ian and Aimee discuss this and more.
Ian's former colleague, Jay Ferris of Nebraska Farm Bureau, calls in to the show. He's NFB's Director of Political Engagement & State Policy, and shares some of the advice he gives potential candidates who are interested in running for office.
Will she run for Nebraska governor?
Former state senator and former chair of the Douglas County Republican Party, Theresa Thibodeau, joins Ian Swanson in studio at KFAB to give us an update on that decision.
Sen. Suzanne Geist stops by the KFAB studios to talk to Ian about the recent special sessions in the Nebraska Unicameral Legislature and gives advice to future candidates who plan on running for office.
Zach Herr and Bryce Johnson from Nebraska High School Republicans stopped by KFAB studios to catch up with Ian. Discussing the recent challenges they've faced getting clearance to have Republican guest speakers at their high schools.
The New York City Public Design Commission voted unanimously to move a statue of Thomas Jefferson from City Hall. The 188 year old statue will be taken down from NYC's City Hall because "There are disturbing images of divisiveness and racism in our City that need to be revisited immediately."
The NYC commission says they're NOT waging a war on history.
Can that be true? Hear Ian Swanson's thoughts.
With a vote looming on a massive spending bill, Congressman Don Bacon joins Ian to break down the proceedings.
With Ralston and Westside set to vote on school bond issues via mail in the coming weeks, Douglas County Election Commissioner, Brian Kruse joined Ian to discuss Election integrity.
Ryan Loughery, the National Chairman of the Young Republicans, joins Ian to discuss how the youth movement within the Conservative movement happened
Ashley Kohls of the Nebraska Cattlemen joins the show to give an update on how Nebraska's largest industry is faring during the pandemic.
The treasurer stops by the show to discuss proposed changes to the banking system in America and how it could take YOUR money away from you.
President of the Omaha Library Association, Mike Kennedy, lays out the details of a story claiming that the city's libraries are set to be privatized.
The politician joins Ian to discuss a bill being passed with his name on it, and how unity in politics can be achieved.
Ian and the Senator from Iowa go over a number of issues plaguing Washington right now.
Ian talks w/ the gang over at Victory Boxing on how they're using the sport to give back to the City of Omaha
The guru of school choice in America sits in with Ian to discuss the issue and how you can control your children's education.
Chris Gandolfo of The Blaze joins Ian to break down a bevy of political stories in the news today
The candidate for Sheriff joins Ian to discuss the campaign and other issues he sees in law enforcement.
The financial guru from Retire Smart joins Ian to discuss potential changes to our tax laws.
The former Omaha Mayor passes away today, Ian invites Mike Friend onto the show to remember Mike Boyle.
OPS School Board member, Spencer Head, on changes coming to the district at the high school level in the coming years.
The State Senator joins Ian to dive deep into the history of re-districting in Nebraska.
The former Governor tweets his displeasure for proposed voting maps, and calls Ian to clarify his post.
Jon Nyatawa from the Omaha World-Herald joins Ian to preview the big volleyball match in Omaha tonight between two ranked squads.
Abortion has always been a hot button issue, but now its at the forefront of "The Culture War", Marion Miner joins Ian to break it all down.
Michael Sobolik from the American Foreign Policy Council joins Ian to discuss the current humanitarian crisis happening in China
The Omaha City Councilman joins Ian to discuss how we can better cut taxes in the state of Nebraska
While mocking the Bishop Sycamore football debacle, Ian and Josh introduce a new character to the show.
The NE Senator joins Ian to lay out his proposed tax plan and how he plans on implementing it here in our state.
The illustrious Mayor joins Ian to break down property taxes, mask mandates, and everything else going on in the City of Omaha.
CEO of Rejuvenating Women, Julie Shrader, joins Ian to discuss how you spot human trafficking in your area and what to do to combat it
The President joins Ian to discuss how the City of Omaha was able to avoid the "Defund the Police" movement.
Ian gives his reaction to President Biden's speech after 13 service members were killed in Afghanistan
Nebraska's Treasurer joins Ian to describe what it is that a Treasurer does and to take a look at the tax structure in Nebraska.
Nate Grasz (NE Family Alliance) joins Ian to discuss potential changes to Sex Ed Curriculum, CRT, and more controversial proposals in your child's school system.
Ian interviews a group of high school Republicans and asks them about the challenged of being a teenager and a Conservative.
The candidate for Nebraska Governor lays out his plan to make Nebraska a better place for you.
Ian is joined by the District 3 Congressman to break down President Biden's bizarre press conference and handling of the Afghanistan pullout.
Maggie Malone, who participated in the javelin in the last two Summer Olympics, joins Ian to discuss the Games, how she got there, and shares stories from inside the Olympic Village.
Ian and Josh discuss their cereal preferences in a segment intended to lighten the mood on a Friday.
Mark McHargue joins Ian to lay out the plan they hope to see going forward for Nebraska's tax codes.
Jim Smith of Blueprint Nebraska joins Ian to discuss the tax plans for the state of Nebraska.
The Gubernatorial candidate joins Ian to discuss his tax plan for the state of Nebraska and how to combat CRT.
City Councilwoman Aimee Melton returns to lay out the upcoming budget for the City of Omaha including one VERY shocking item.
Luke Moon of The Philos Project joins Ian to discuss traveling to the Middle East and advocating for religious freedom, plus how recent events will impact the region.
Ian speaks with Ken and Erin Jensen who are attempting to get seven kids out of Afghanistan and into the United States. Listen to their harrowing story.
Professor Josh Blackman joins Ian to discuss the constitutionality of COVID lockdowns and mandates.
The Congressman joins Ian to discuss the two Infrastructure bills dominating Washington and what it means to be "bi-partisan" in this day and age.
Ian is joined by Mike Kennedy from the Millard School Board. The two discuss this week's meeting and potential mask mandates as school starts.
The multi-hyphenate joins Ian to discuss his health, climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro, winning shooting competitions, and (of course) lawmaking in Nebraska.
Ian is joined in-studio by Governor Pete Ricketts to talk about a plethora of local issues in Nebraska
"The Ian Swanson Era" at KFAB kicks off with Omaha City Councilwoman, Aimee Melton, on the weekend's big storms.
Here's an example of what you can expect to hear weekday afternoons from 2 to 6pm on NewsRadio 1110 KFAB starting this Monday, August 9th!