Grounded with Jim Banks: Recent Episodes
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Congressman Jim Banks takes a break from being interviewed to become the interviewer! Join the Indiana Congressman as he chats with all types of guests—hardworking, humble leaders from Indiana to high-profile national figures. Conversation will be raw, authentic and in-depth, and you never know where it’ll go by the end of the episode. The only thing that will remain consistent week-to-week is that there will be coffee!
In this episode of Grounded, Congressman Banks is joined by Paige Willey. A former advisor in the Trump White House and host of “THIS IS YOUR COUNTRY” podcast, Paige explains how restoring American greatness requires moral courage from Republicans in Congress.
In this episode of Grounded, Aaron Gaff, author of The Grading House: A Memoir, joins Congressman Banks to talk about his book and growing up on Simon's Orchard in Larwill. The former family business operated by Gaff's grandparents serves as the backdrop for a conversation about a more simple, honest time.
On this episode of Grounded with Jim Banks, the congressman is joined by Autumn Christensen, Vice President of Public Policy for Susan B. Anthony List. She explains why the pro-life movement should be hopeful about the pending decision of the Dobbs Supreme Court case later this month and what lawmakers can do to further protect the unborn in the months and years ahead.
In this episode of Grounded, Congressman Jim Banks is joined by Sarah Parshall Perry, senior legal counsel at the Heritage Foundation. The two discuss the disastrous consequences, including the end of girls’ sports as we know it, of the Biden Administration’s pending change to Title IX.
In this episode of Grounded with Jim Banks, Jim talks with U.S. Naval Academy graduate Cam Collier, who serves as the chairman for Congressman Banks’ Service Academy Board. Mr. Collier explains the application process for military service academies and how the next generation of military leaders are developed.
This is special episode of Grounded with Jim Banks is the third and final of three conversations recorded at the inaugural Northeast Indiana Defense Summit. It features a conversation with The Wires of War author Jacob Helberg. Congressman Banks and Helberg talk about what the United States needs to do to keep pace with China.
This special episode of Grounded with Jim Banks is the second of three conversations recorded at the inaugural Northeast Indiana Defense Summit. It features a conversation between the congressman and entrepreneur Palmer Luckey, who founded Oculus Rift and defense company Anduril. They discuss the future of warfare and why Luckey got involved with the defense industry.
This special episode of Grounded with Jim Banks is the first of three conversations recorded at the inaugural Northeast Indiana Defense Summit. It features House Armed Services Committee Ranking Member Mike Rogers in a discussion with Congressman Banks about the National Defense Authorization Act and what northeast Indiana can do to grow its defense industry footprint.
In this episode of Grounded with Jim Banks, the congressman is joined by Alliance Defending Freedom’s senior counsel Emilie Kao to discuss the left’s radical gender ideology and how it’s weaponized against children and parents.
Allen County Commissioner Therese Brown could write the book on local government. In this episode of Grounded with Jim Banks, she shares with the congressman her experiences serving as county clerk, auditor and commissioner. She also explains how people can get involved in local decision-making.
From pushing back against Biden’s bloated budget to modernizing our national security, Congressman Banks shares an update on his efforts in Washington and at home.
In this episode of Grounded, Congressman Banks talks with tech expert Kara Frederick of the Heritage Foundation to discuss holding Big Tech companies accountable. She shares her experience as a conservative working for Facebook and suggests a game plan for lawmakers to rein in Big Tech’s power in Washington.
On this episode of Grounded, Congressman Banks sits down with the Free to Learn Coalition’s Alleigh Marré to discuss the importance of empowering parents, putting our kids before political agendas, and ending the teaching of Critical Race Theory.
In this episode of Grounded with Jim Banks, the congressman talks with John Urbahns, the president and CEO of Greater Fort Wayne, Inc. John shares what has helped make the Greater Fort Wayne Region one of the fastest-growing areas in the Midwest, and plans to make Fort Wayne one of the most prosperous regions in the country by 2032.
On the latest episode of Grounded, Rep. Jim Banks sits down with former government official and attorney Andrew Kloster to discuss Critical Race Theory and vaccine mandates. Andrew was one of the drafters of the executive order President Trump signed in September 2020 to ban Critical Race Theory in the federal government. Andrew also helped explain the two Supreme Court cases related to vaccine mandates and how the 100+ million Americans affected by them are impacted by SCOTUS’ recent decisions.
In this episode of Grounded with Jim Banks, the congressman sits down with immigration expert Mark Krikorian to discuss the breakdown of America’s immigration system under Joe Biden and what Republicans need to do to fix it when they take back the majority.
As we talk about the Democrats’ War on Parents, Congressman Banks interviews one father who received national attention for standing up to his local school board. Hear his story in this episode of Grounded with Jim Banks.
In this episode of Grounded with Jim Banks, the congressman talks with New Haven, Indiana Mayor Steve McMichael. The two discuss the importance of keeping the community running during the pandemic and successes that are leading to a brighter future.
In this episode of Grounded with Jim Banks, the congressman sits down with District Communications Director Chris Darby to reflect on 2021 and look ahead to 2022.
In this episode of Grounded with Jim Banks, Jon Schweppe of American Principles Project joins the congressman to talk about Conservatives’ fight to defend free speech and rein in the power of Big Tech.
In this episode of Grounded with Jim Banks, Jessica Anderson of Heritage Action for America joins the congressman to talk about what the grassroots movement wants to see Republicans focus on when they become the majority party in the House of Representatives.
In this episode of Grounded with Jim Banks, Arthur Milikh of Claremont Institute joins the congressman to talk about Democrats' agenda to advance critical race theory, the Left's attack on masculinity, and the consequences of censorship by Big Tech.
On this episode of Grounded with Jim Banks, Newsmax host and former White House press secretary Sean Spicer shares his experience behind the podium while addressing the dramatic difference between what he faced and how the media treats the Biden administration. Plus, Banks and Spicer discuss how the GOP can stop Biden and the Democrats from accomplishing their radical socialist agenda.
Congressman Ronny Jackson has lived a fascinating life. In this week’s Grounded with Jim Banks, he shares his experience working as a White House physician under three different presidents. He also offers Congressman Banks his thoughts on the current state of affairs under the Biden administration.
In this week’s “Grounded with Jim Banks,” Allen County Commissioner Nelson Peters gives a crash course on local government while talking with Congressman Jim Banks about real issues and local policies that affect people’s daily lives.
This week on “Grounded with Jim Banks,” Mr. Fort Wayne, a.k.a. longtime Fort Wayne City Councilman Tom Didier shares stories with Congressman Jim Banks about growing up in Northeast Indiana. They also discuss how a city on the rise can keep growing while improving the lives of its residents.
This week on “Grounded with Jim Banks,” Terry Schilling, the president of American Principles Project talks with Congressman Jim Banks about his group’s efforts to stand up for families. Schilling also tackles big tech’s influence in Congress and what can be done to stop it.
Author Elbridge Colby joins “Grounded with Jim Banks” this week to discuss his newly released book “The Strategy of Denial: American Defense in an Age of Great Power Conflict,” which lays out a military strategy to prevent Chinese hegemony in Asia. Mr. Colby helped develop the Trump administration’s groundbreaking 2018 National Defense Strategy.
This week on “Grounded with Jim Banks,” State Representative Martin Carbaugh joins Congressman Banks to discuss his journey into politics, his leadership in the statehouse, and the upcoming redistricting in Indiana.
This week on “Grounded with Jim Banks,” Iraq veteran & State Representative Chris Judy joins Congressman Banks to talk about the incompetence of the Biden Administration’s pullout in Afghanistan as well as the movement within the Republican Party to make it the party of the working class.
This week on “Grounded with Jim Banks,” Allen County native & Indiana State Auditor Tera Klutz joins Congressman Banks to discuss her role in the state government and how Indiana’s strong fiscal responsibility aided the Hoosier state during the COVID-19 pandemic.
This week on “Grounded with Jim Banks,” northeast Indiana author Kayleen Reusser joins Congressman Banks to discuss her work as an author interviewing and telling the stories of more than 260 World War II veterans. Kayleen’s devotion to sharing these stories exemplifies the patriotism we need in our country now more than ever.
This week on “Grounded with Jim Banks,” Indiana State Senator Andy Zay, (R-17) who replaced Congressman Banks in the Indiana Senate joins to discuss issues facing the statehouse like Critical Race Theory and election law changes.
This week on “Grounded with Jim Banks,” Nathan Gonzales, Editor and Publisher of Inside Elections, joins Congressman Banks to discuss anticipated redistricting and to provide nonpartisan analysis of both past and future elections. Listen now!
This week on “Grounded with Jim Banks,” Saurabh Sharma and Nick Solheim, President and Chief Operations Officer of American Moment, join Congressman Banks to discuss the conservative movement, the American Dream, and the direction of the Republican Party. Listen now!
This week on “Grounded with Jim Banks,” Ryan Girdusky, a returning guest of the show, joins Congressman Banks to discuss woke corporations, anti-police activism, and the state of national politics. Listen now!
This week on “Grounded with Jim Banks,” Sohail Noorie, an Afghan translator that assisted Congressman Banks and other American Troops in Afghanistan, discusses the dangers he faced during the war and how his life changed when he came to America. Listen now!
This week on “Grounded with Jim Banks,” Stephen Miller joins Congressman Banks to discuss Critical Race Theory, immigration policy, and America First Legal. Listen now!
This week on “Grounded with Jim Banks,” J.D. Vance joins Congressman Banks to discuss the GOP as the party of the working class, Hillbilly Elegy, and how conservatives should fight back against woke corporations. Listen now!
This week on “Grounded with Jim Banks,” Congresswoman Kat Cammack (FL-03) joins Congressman Banks to discuss how she got to Congress, the Discharge Petition for the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act, and ways Congress can be more efficient. Listen now!
This week on “Grounded with Jim Banks,” Jonathan Williams, Chief Economist and Vice President of Policy at the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC), joins Congressman Banks to discuss his publication “Rich States, Poor States” and economics at both the state and federal level.
This week on “Grounded with Jim Banks,” Kassi Tom-Rowland, friend and agriculture advisor to Congressman Banks, joins Rep. Banks to discuss agriculture in northeast Indiana and its impact on the world. Listen now!
This week on “Grounded with Jim Banks,” Melissa Long, a local legend in northeast Indiana, joins Congressman Banks to talk about her incredible career in journalism and about the current state of the media in our country. Listen now!
This week on “Grounded with Jim Banks,” Rep. Jodey Arrington (TX-19) joins Congressman Banks to discuss the Border Crisis, his relationship with President George W. Bush and how he knows Coach Bobby Knight. Listen now!
This week on “Grounded with Jim Banks,” Shoshana Weissmann, Senior Manager of Digital Media and Fellow at R Street Institute, joins Congressman Banks to nerd out over Occupational Licensure Reform and argue about Section 230. Listen now!
This week on “Grounded with Jim Banks,” Dr. Jerry Hendrix, Vice President of Telemus Group and one of the leading Navalist National Security Scholars in the country, joins Congressman Banks to discuss the importance of the United States Navy.
This week on “Grounded with Jim Banks,” Tom McClusky, President of March for Life Action, joins Congressman Banks to discuss the pro-life movement, both on the national and local level. Listen now!
This week on “Grounded with Jim Banks,” Tim Goeglein Sr., Vice President for External and Government Relations at Focus on the Family, joins Congressman Banks to discuss how he went from Fort Wayne, Indiana to 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. Listen now!
This week on “Grounded with Jim Banks,” Ryan Girdusky, Author of “They’re Not Listening: How the Elites Created the Nationalist Populist Revolution”, joins Congressman Banks to discuss populism, big tech censorship and the future of America. Listen now!
This week on “Grounded with Jim Banks,” Former Republican Study Committee Chairman Rep. Mike Johnson (LA-04) joins Congressman Banks to discuss the future of the Republican party, President Trump’s legacy, the 2020 presidential election and the RSC. Listen now!
This week on “Grounded with Jim Banks,” Jennifer Romano, Executive Director of the Whitley County Chamber of Commerce and Southwest District Councilwoman for the City of Columbia City, joins Congressman Banks to discuss small town living. Listen now!
This week on “Grounded with Jim Banks,” John McGauley, Court Executive for Allen Superior Court and Chief Space Advisor to Congressman Banks, joins Rep. Banks to discuss how America is, “back in a place where we can almost afford to be a space fearing nation again." Listen now!
This week on “Grounded with Jim Banks,” Pete Eshelman, Founder and Owner of Joseph Decuis, joins Congressman Banks to talk about baseball, business, farming and the power of good food. Congressman Banks and Mr. Eshelman also discuss how a localized food economy could renew struggling farms and boost Indiana’s economy. Listen now!
This week on “Grounded with Jim Banks”, Pat Miller, Host of The Pat Miller Program on WOWO, joins Congressman Banks to discuss how he got his start in radio, the importance of the senate races in Georgia, and his five points of life. Listen now!
This week on “Grounded with Jim Banks”, Steve Garbacz, Executive Editor for KPC media Group and Editor of the News Sun in Kendallville, joins Congressman Banks to stress the importance of local news and to share his experience on the game show Jeopardy (note: this was recorded before host Alex Trebek passed away). Listen now!
This week on “Grounded with Jim Banks”, Kayla Blakeslee, host of Fort Wayne's Morning News on WOWO, joins Congressman Banks to tell us more about herself, what it’s like to work in radio, and to discuss why Americans should care about Big Tech censorship. Listen now!
This week on “Grounded with Jim Banks”, Pastor Raymond Dix Jr. of Pilgrim Baptist Church of Fort Wayne joins Congressman Banks to discuss racial reconciliation and how America can better address race related issues in our country today. Listen now!
This week on “Grounded with Jim Banks”, members from Congressman Banks’ office join him to discuss the different roles and responsibilities that District Office staff takes on. Listen now!