On today’s episode of Welcome to the Know, The New Ledger’s Brad Jackson and Pejman Yousefzadeh talk about the false reform agendas of Anwar Ibrahim and Recep Tayyip Erdogan, global warming, and Legos.

A semi/sort of serious wrap-up of Right Online 2010, exploring the value of face time strengthening the activists for the fall elections.

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Oil be spilling all over the place – from the gulf (twice!) to Kalamazoo.  Barry lies about abortion and foreign election money – again.  Clyde deflates the latest buzz about Hillary running in 2012, but affirms that she is anyway.  It seems Sherrod’s husband has a slave complex.  Barry’s October Surprise is revealed in the 2d segment.  Finally, the lame-duck Congress won’t be able to cram through boatloads of legislation because the Senate will be fundamentally changed.  All this and more … enjoy!

Dan Riehl joins Melissa to talk about Charles Sherrod, working toward a post-racial society, the importance of human connections when blogging and the news cycle of old and new media.

Obviously, Charlie Rangel needs to headline. Twenty terms is enough, Charlie. Go home to your rent-controlled apartments. Biden’s heavy lifting is done: He trashed new bond issues, unemployment, and auto dealers. Now he needs to explain it. Title IX is in the news telling us what is and is not a sport, and Augusta State University tells a Master’s student to stop being a Christian. Lots more, including a look at the state-legislature races. Enjoy.

Kruiser explains why Sea Monkeys are smarter than the members of Journolist.

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On today’s episode of Welcome to the Know, The New Ledger’s Brad Jackson and Pejman Yousefzadeh talk about health care taxes, the individual mandate, racial politics, and exoskeletons.

Lots to cover today: The fiscal nightmare that is the Democrat-led 111th Congress comes home to roost in the words of Pelosi and Hoyer. Racism is on full display when the farmer happens to be white. Health-care reform comes into full view with taxes, abortion, and illegals. Did you know Obama’s dad served in WW2 – when he was 6 years old … his dad, that is, was 6. Hunh. And the world of agriculture has a side benefit in Atrazine: Helping gay frogs achieve their gender-identification dream.

Much more. Enjoy.

Malcolm and Melissa talk Obama’s job killing schemes, dogs on planes, King Obama’s capriciousness, summer movies including Toy Story III, Avatar, Inception, Despicable Me, and then, Right Online in Vegas and finally, they talked about the Old Spice Guy.

Renee Elmers running against the violent Bob Etheridge, the 12 year incumbant, joins Melissa to talk about what spurred her into running, what outraged the voters of North Carolina. In the second half, John and Melissa talk about political consultants. Are they evil?

Enjoy, folks.

On today’s episode of Welcome to the Know, The New Ledger’s Brad Jackson and Pejman Yousefzadeh talk about new polling that heralds some bad news for Barack Obama, and question about the future of journalism.

In this week’s Engaging Democracy podcast, we explore the idea of American Exceptionalism. You’ve heard arguments for and against this idea from opinion leaders, pundits, and the President. Is America exceptional? And if so, why should we be any more exceptional than say, Sweden or France? Arthur Brooks, President of the American Enterprise Institute, and author of the new book, The Battle, joins us to make the case that not only is America exceptional, but there’s a lot at stake if America doesn’t protect the unique values that make us an example for the world. Then, Eric O’Keefe gives the historical perspective on why America is necessarily an exceptional nation.

Will Sarah Palin run? Will she win? And what about Romney, Huckabee, and Pawlenty? Will President Obama’s ploy to blame Republicans work? Andrew Malcolm and Melissa Clouthier discuss all these questions and more today.

A tale of two Shabazzes and both of them are thinly-veiled homicidal wannabes. Plus, it’s “No Pants Friday” so there’s a Douchebag of the Week and a Tool of the Week!

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Federal judge tosses DOMA? Victory for the 10th Amendment. Ten Russian spies evicted? Those aren’t the only communists amongst us. NJ budget too heavy? Shift services to private industry. Need a mid-summer boost? Listen to Bill and Clyde analyze the numbers for the Senate, House, and Governors races. The air is not filled with Democrat Toast – it’s an unmitigated blood bath. And none of this would have been possible had not Obama won the 2008 election and proceeded to just be himself: Hyper-partisan, racist, repetitive swine.

Wherein Matt Lewis converses with Peter Beinart the author of The Icarus Syndrome: A History of American Hubris.

Elizabeth Blackney, Dan Riehl and Steve Schippert duke it out over RNC Chairman Steele, Obama’s Afghan strategy and the war amongst Republicans.

Take any road you want – they all lead to the same place: Bill Clinton is paving the way for Hillary 2012. The economy is in free fall. Jobs are not being created. National debt is soaring at $5 billion a day. The first ObamaCare lawsuit is in front of a studious judge. Even Kelsey Grammer is getting divorced.

Obama’s reelection chances are nearing zero.

On the first ever Thursday edition of Welcome to the Know, The New Ledger’s Brad Jackson talks to former Congressman Mark Neumann about his race for Governor in Wisconsin, and gets the lowdown on the California US Senate race from Josh Trevino — all brought to you by LibertyPundits.com, your home for conservative podcasts.

Eric O’Keefe reminds us that American independence was not, as we sometimes hear, an edict handed down from the Founding Fathers. We interview “American Scripture” author Pauline Maier and hit the streets of Chicago in a quest to get the Founding right.

On today’s episode of Welcome to the Know, The New Ledger’s Brad Jackson and Benjamin Domenech discuss the newly released New Ledger online influencer poll, as well as the controversy over the Daily Kos and Research 2000. The polling data is below the fold.

Wherein Matt Lewis converses with Aaron Blake.

Kagan is boring – but add lawyers, guns, and money – and we have a party. Bill and Clyde cover it all … including the British proclivity towards Jew hating, and how Al Gore is nothing short of a disgusting pig that should be introduced to a cellmate named Rocko.

Enjoy.

Andrew Malcolm and Melissa talk about the oil leak, the Kagan hearings, Robert Byrd’s legacy, the Blagoivich trial and much more.

On this week’s episode of Welcome to the Know, The New Ledger’s Brad Jackson and Pejman Yousefzadeh discuss Elena Kagan, Robert Byrd, and more — all brought to you by LibertyPundits.com, your home for conservative podcasts.

Rather remarkable news lately. First, it seems that the federal government is implementing an economic boycott on a sovereign state because of a difference in political views. Second, it seems that our public education has failed a local politician from the north country – she’s can’t conjugate verbs or locate Arizona on a map … but she got Texas right!

Lots of polls and other topics, plus Bill walks into the Clyde-Israel buzzsaw. Always fun.

I just concluded an interview with Rep. Price.  He represents Georgia’s 6th District, which is due north and bordering Atlanta.  Rep. Price joined the House in the 109th Congress after 20 years in private practice as a physician.

We discussed his “Empowering Patients First Act,” proposed as an alternative to ObamaCare during the early days.  The Act addresses many of the concerns shared in this country about health care, but from our – a patient’s – perspective.  It also included a limit on Med-Mal cases, which drive hundreds of billions of dollars every year in defensive-medicine costs.

He shred that the prospects for defunding the 159 boards and commissions in Obamacare are good.   He also feels that the individual mandate will be found  ultimately to be unconstitutional.

We discussed the role of the feds in education.  Rep. Price feels that the feds have too large a footprint in this uniquely local matter.  Dismantling the US Department of Education in on the table, but is a process that needs to be accomplished properly.

He likened our debt situation to Greece – their debt was 114% of their GDP before they collapsed.  We’re at 90% and climbing rapidly.

We touched on a few more topics.  Runs about 24 minutes.  Enjoy.

Who knew anyone still read Rolling Stone? Also, the contents of Joe Biden’s head are revealed.

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Wherein Matt Lewis converses with Ana Puig of The Kitchen Table Patriots.

Right Online Director of Rightonline.com, joins Melissa to talk about the Vegas conference. In the second half, LATimes blogger Andrew Malcolm discusses Rahm Emanuel and the arrogance of President Obama.

I just completed an interview with Rep. Randy Neugebauer. He joined the 108th Congress in June 2003, representing Texas 19. The district runs from the New Mexico border eastward for almost half of Texas – 27 counties.

Rep. Neugebauer recently received the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Spirit of Enterprise Award, a 100% rating in 2009 by the American Conservative Union, 100% lifetime rating by National Right to Life, the Taxpayer’s Friend Award from the National Taxpayers Union, and was recognized by National Journal as one of the six most conservative members of the U.S. House of Representatives. He’s a true-blood conservative.

We discussed the need for fiscal discipline in the federal government. He has sponsored legislation to require a super-majority vote in the House for tax increases and increases to the public debt. He has fought for small businesses and family farmers – insisting that we now have an environment which does not encourage these folks to grow: There is too much economic uncertainty, an onerous tax system, and an ever-expanding regulatory environment. We discussed the bill passed by the House just today – Barney Frank’s HR 5297 “Small Business Lending Fund Act.” Rep. Neugebauer’s take: It’s another TARP in disguise.

We also discussed the recent report that highlighted Planned Parenthood receiving over $1 billion in federal monies from 2002 through 2009. We hit the sanctity of life and the need for “informed consent” (my phrase) before an abortion is performed. Of note, Rep. Neugebauer was quite clear that the churches have a role to play in the social-support structure.

The interview runs about 25 minutes.

The great, awesome, inspirational Elizabeth Scalia aka The Anchoress joins Melissa to discuss their journey in blogging and also the psychology and spirit of President Obama. One of Melissa’s favorite interviews, ever.

I spoke today with Scott Crosby, President of the San Diego chapter of American Builders and Contractors. The broader subject was the Executive Order requirement of union-enhancing Project Labor Agreements. We also discussed the pushback at the local level, with Chula Vista and Oceanside, CA, passing propositions prohibiting PLAs from being required.

A recap of the “Let’s Build A Windmill!” speech. Also, the return of “The Shorts of Eternal Optimism” and an in-depth examination of Bush Derangement Syndrome.

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Magazine publisher and bestselling author Myrna Blyth joins us to discuss her book, “How to Raise an American.” Myrna shares some ideas on things parents can do to teach their children about our country, discuses the importance of knowing your family’s American story, and gives her thoughts on how youth and young adults today understand American history.

Wherein Matt Lewis converses with Reid Wilson and Maegan Carberry.

Bill and Clyde hit the Oval Office speech and Obama’s transparent manipulation of the crisis, how Reagan was viewed as an extremist, the latest election issues, and more. Enjoy.

Redstate’s Caleb Howe joins Melissa to talk about Congressman Etheridge and why liberals are violent and evil.

California dreamin’ of a day without Barbara Boxer and a two-fer on the Tool of the Week!

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Bill and Clyde nail Obama for losing the flags and adding teleprompters to his infrequent press conferences.  They catch the BP spill, a mercy kill on the Department of Education, and the recently concluded elections.  Lots of other topics, plus a Clyde ringtone update!

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We talked for just under 30 minutes about traditional conservative issues, the need for activism, and how her site can contribute. There really is such a thing as a 3-minute activist!

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Michael Franzak, marriene Harrier pilot veteran from Afghanistan joins Melissa to talk about his memoir A Nightmare’s Prayer. They talk about the Afghanistan culture, America’s mistakes, whether the boys should be brought home and the current polics as well as his journey as a man through the trials of war.

Matt Lewis converses with Andrew McCarthy.

On this week’s episode of Welcome to the Know, The New Ledger’s Brad Jackson and Pejman Yousefzadeh discuss Primary Day, Helen Thomas, Darth Vader and more — all brought to you by LibertyPundits.com, your home for conservative podcasts.

Matt Lewis converses with Aaron Blake.

Bill and Clyde thoroughly go over the 401(k) money grab, the girly-man Barry wanting to caress kick some ass over his own poor performance on the oil spill and how he would fire himself the BP CEO, and the major election primaries of the day.

Lori Ziganto joins Melissa to talk the male ego, sexism and racism in South Carolina and the chess moves behind the South Carolina scenes.

Matt Lewis converses with Dr. Melissa Clouthier, Elizabeth Blackney, and Tabitha Hale about The Hottest Conservative Men of 2010.

I had the honor of spending time today with Tamar Yonah. She has two shows on Israel National Radio, lives in Israel, and gives us a clear, no-nonsense view of the role of Israel in the blockade and the broader Middle East.

Matt Lewis converses with Reid Wilson.

Andrew and Melissa discuss the problems of one-party state politics, Helen Thomas, the upcoming primaries and his status as the patriarchy.

Zev Chafets, author of “Rush Limbaugh, An Army of One” joins us on today’s podcast to discuss this terrific new book.

Lot of topics from the White House Employment Office to Jew-hating blockade runners to elections. Bill and Clyde cover it all in three segments.

Wherein Matt Lewis converses with Jim Eltringham.

Zev Chafets joins Melissa to discuss his new book Rush Limbaugh: An Army of One. Is Bill O’Reilly embargoing the book because Rush called O’Reilly, “Ted Baxter”? Zev talks about Rush’s race “blind spot”. Much more…

In Search of Self-Governance featuring Scott Rasmussen. Eric welcomes pollster Scott Rasmussen of Rasmussen Reports to the podcast to discuss the most recent data on what Americans think, and what they want from their government. They also take a moment to talk about Rasmussen’s latest book, In Search of Self-Governance.

The Wasilla Flotilla Gorilla. OK, no gorilla, there just seemed to be a need for more rhyming.

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John Hawkins joins Melissa to talk about the “Nazi Palestinians” and hot conservative babes. And are bloggers receiving more abuse?

Is the BP Oil Spill Obama’s Katrina? And will the press still care about Sestak come Monday–find out who says yes and who says no. The politics of personal destruction and whether people care about a politician’s personal life. Will Hillary Clinton become the head of the CIA? Really? Listen to hear about all this and much more…

Matt Lewis converses with the architect of the “Contract with America” and former House Speaker Newt Gingrich.

Matt Lewis welcomes guest from Liberal Oasis Bill Scher.

Matt Lewis converses with returning guest Adam Brickley.

John Hawkins joins Melissa to talk about Nikki Haley, Jim DeMint, health care woes, economic woes and why Chris Christie is hotness.

Bill and Clyde discuss Barry’s first presser in 309 days, Kagan, Sestak, Massachusetts racial profiling, and give detailed instructions on how to build a fence. Takeaway: Aerosol Prozak and cattleprods.

I had the privilege of conducting three back-to-back interviews with these Congressmen. The opening topic in each was America Speaking Out. I then spent time with each Rep on legislation they sponsored or co-sponsored.

Rep. Scott Garrett goes first. He represents NJ-5. In addition to AOS, we discussed his LEARN legislation which is designed to return control of education to the state and local governments from WDC. I suggested that community colleges be added to the mix.

Rep. Bob Goodlatte represents VA-6. Strong conservative with his support of budget reform, home-grown energy use of oil and gas, and full disclosure to girls and women getting abortions. I left on the cutting-room floor a pre-interview comment where he shared that he’s familiar with the Liberty Pundit family of sites. Good man.

Rep. John Fleming has LA-4. I got a quick lesson in southern pronunciation – always a good thing for a coal-mining Yankee. Rep. Fleming brings us to date on some BP clean-up issues that the Obama Administration needs to stop talking about and start doing.

A great set of interviews. Hope you enjoy them.

Matt Lewis converses with associate editor of The American Spectator W. James Antle, III.

We caught up with the Utah GOP Senate candidate in a wide-ranging, candid interview ahead of the June 22, 2010 primary. We covered the Arizona immigration law, Elena Kagan, Obamacare, States Rights, the need to stop out of control government and restore power to the people, and a lot more. It runs just shy of 50 minutes. If you haven’t heard Lee before, you are in for a treat.

Matt Lewis converses with Steven Hayward.

Lewis converses with Reid Wilson.

Matt Lewis converses with Political Editor of Human Events John Gizzi.

Andrew and Melissa talk about the destructive media bias, the elevating of the Rand Paul story–is he racist?, the shadow organization run by Karl Rove and Ed Gillespie and balancing establishment wisdom with grassroots idealism.

Matt Lewis converses with Reid Wilson.

Matt Lewis converses with leading historian of American conservatism Lee Edwards, Ph.D.

Matt Lewis converses with leading historian of American conservatism Lee Edwards, Ph.D.

Matt Lewis converses with co-founder and vice president of Smart Girl Politics Teri Christoph.

Robert Davi, writer and director of The Dukes, joined Melissa to discuss conservatism in Hollywood, why movie stars are communists but not really, the problem with respect for the arts on the right, and being a villain.

Matt Lewis converses with James Pinkerton.

The Fall and Rise of the Income Tax: On May 20, 1895, the Supreme Court ruled the income tax unconstitutional. Eric discusses that case and the history of the federal income tax in the U.S.

Matt Lewis converses with Former Press Secretary Dana Perino.

Ben Domenech of the New Ledger joins Melissa: Are the Conservative “elites” thought leaders online out of touch with common people? Who will be the nominee in 2012? And is the Teaparty a passing, populist fad? Ben and Melissa discuss those topics and more.

I spoke with Mr. Lombardo to discuss President Obama’s Executive Order 13502, which will have the effect of pushing billions of dollars of federal construction work to union shops.

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A special Thursday podcast, featuring “The Shorts Of Eternal Optimism” and a U.S. Attorney General in a state of psychotic disconnect.

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Redstate’s Erick Erickson joins Melissa to discuss his new CNN gig and Jane Hamsher rising to his defense, Elena Kagan and the left’s fixation with her sexuality and does it matter, Media Matters and do they matter, Andrew Sullivan and does he matter, the fight to make the Senate more conservative and why 31 Republicans would be better than 50 in the Senate, and how mean is too mean in politics.

Matt Lewis converses with GOPAC’s Chairmen Frank Donatelli.

Matt Lewis converses with The Club for Growth’s Andy Roth.

On this week’s episode of Welcome to the Know, The New Ledger’s Brad Jackson and Pejman Yousefzadeh discuss Elena Kagan’s nomination in full, add a new lightning round of topics, and more.

Constitutional Law Professor and co-blogger Clyde Middleton and Dr. Melissa Clouthier discuss Elena Kagan and the most likely outcomes for her Supreme Court confirmation hearings. It’s funnier than you’d think.

Matt Lewis converses with The Daily Caller’s Moira Bagley.

Andrew Malcolm and Melissa Clouthier discuss Keith Olbermann, the terrorist plots, and all the stories of the week.

“It’s “No Pants Friday”! “Tool of the Week”, “Douchebag of the Week” and an exploration of the two issues the left is most backwards on: terrorism and immigration.”

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Matt Lewis talks with Stefan Forbes, producer and director of the documentary film, “Boogie Man: The Lee Atwater Story.”

S.E. Cupp talks her new book Losing Our Religion and goes after the mainstream media. In the second half, Jim Pethokoukis explains how the meltdown in financial markets is Congress’ fault.

Ayep, after a month hiatus, Bill and Clyde are back behind the microphones. Lots of topics hitting the news these days … they cover, well, several of them. Enjoy.

Matt Lewis converses with Amanda Terkel the Deputy Research Director at the Center for American Progress and Managing Editor for ThinkProgress.org.

Michael Koolidge joins Melissa to talk about the new media route to old media and vice versa. In the second half, American Majority founder Ned Ryan discusses ways to turn anger into action.

Matt Lewis converses with James Pethokoukis.

Primary season gets into full swing today with elections in North Carolina, Ohio and Indiana. When voters in those states go to the polls, they will participate in a voting tradition that has been extremely favorable to Congressional incumbents in recent years, despite the growing unpopularity of those same representatives. The numbers are staggering. U.S. Congressional incumbents are just as likely to die in office as lose a primary election.

In the latest Engaging Democracy podcast, Eric O’Keefe explains why it doesn’t have to be this way, and why primaries, not general elections, offer voters the best opportunity to throw out unpopular and unrepresentative incumbents from either party.