2026 Begins: Power, Venezuela, and What to Watch Next

In the first week of 2026, Terry Moran sits down with his wife Johanna for a candid, wide-ranging conversation about what the year ahead may bring. They talk through the shock of Venezuela, the erosion of congressional power, the rise of strongman politics, and the quiet resilience of everyday American life. From midterm elections and executive overreach to parenting, community, and why politics hasn’t completely poisoned neighborly relationships, this episode blends hard analysis with lived experience. A thoughtful, personal way to start a turbulent year — and a reminder that most Americans are still normal. ⏱ CHAPTERS 00:00 – Starting 2026 and why it already feels overwhelming 01:00 – Venezuela and executive power without Congress 04:18 – Elections, intimidation, and what to watch this year 07:16 – Strongman government and the collapse of institutions 10:30 – What Trump’s unpredictability means globally 14:52 – No plan for Venezuela and why that matters 19:44 – Greenland, NATO, and trust with allies 23:08 – Power, humiliation, and Trump’s worldview 25:22 – Politics vs real life in American neighborhoods 28:24 – Community support after Terry’s firing 31:18 – Why most Americans are still normal 33:00 – Hopes, predictions, and what to root for in 2026 #2026 #USPolitics #Venezuela #Democracy #WorldAffairs