HR2 EVs, Education, and Entertainment: What Are We Really Fighting About? 2-9-26

HOUR 1 Hour 1 – https://RushToReason.com pulls no punches as John Rush dives headfirst into culture, freedom, and accountability—starting with a Super Bowl weekend that exposed just how divided the country has become. Why did a halftime show spark outrage, canceled orders, and online pile-ons against small businesses? And what does that say about tolerance, choice, and who really believes in freedom? John is joined by Mike Jansen of Plumberoos (https://plumberoos.com/), who breaks from the corporate, commission-driven model to explain what “old-school service” actually looks like in today’s world. Is it possible to run a successful business without upselling fear and urgency? What happens when trust—not pressure—is the foundation? The hour then pivots to deeper questions about government control versus personal responsibility, from proposed Colorado legislation impacting digital privacy to the economics of captive pricing at airports and major events. Is regulation protecting people—or punishing common sense? And why are consumers shocked by prices in places where choice is limited? This hour challenges listeners to rethink outrage culture, media narratives, and where freedom quietly slips away when no one’s paying attention. 🎙️ Guest Timestamps * Mike Jansen – Plumberoos - 1:10 HOUR 2 Hour 2 of Rush To Reason takes on education, culture, and the future of major American institutions—asking uncomfortable questions the media avoids. John Rush is joined by Ann Cori, Chairman of Eagle Forum (https://eagleforum.org/), to discuss Missouri’s SB 2330 and why unlimited screen time in classrooms may be crippling critical thinking. Are kids losing the ability to read, write, and actually think? And why does pen-and-paper learning matter more than ever? From there, John pivots into culture and economics—challenging the rush toward EV mandates, government subsidies, and corporate decisions disconnected from real consumers. Are automakers chasing politics instead of drivers? What happens when the free market is replaced by force? The hour closes with John’s son, Richard Rush, as they break down the Super Bowl—from claims the NFL is “scripted,” to a brutally honest take on the halftime shows, media outrage, and why Americans on all sides may be arguing over things that don’t actually matter. Is distraction replacing perspective? And are we missing bigger issues hiding in plain sight? This hour blends education policy, cultural sanity, and real-world economics into one conversation that challenges listeners to think deeper—and react less. 🎙️ Guest Timestamps * Ann Corrie – Eagle Forum - 1:10 * Richard Rush - 23:36 HOUR 3 Hour 3 of Rush To Reason is a deep dive into government transparency, property rights, and expanding state control—with stakes that hit close to home. John Rush opens the hour with John Hart from Open the Books (https://www.openthebooks.com/), unveiling a bold push to use AI and real-time data to expose government spending at every level. What if citizens could follow tax dollars the same way they track a credit-card receipt? Could this be the “Moneyball” moment for holding politicians accountable? From there, John turns his focus to Colorado’s legislature, breaking down a series of proposed bills targeting pricing controls and new taxes on so-called “vacant” homes. Are these laws really about fairness—or about control? And who ultimately pays when the government decides what prices are “acceptable” or how often you’re allowed to use your own property? As callers weigh in, the hour crescendos into a blunt conversation about private property, TABOR, bureaucracy, and rising costs of living. Is Colorado quietly redefining ownership itself? And where is the breaking point for voters when taxes and regulations keep stacking up? This is an hour that challenges assumptions—and asks listeners to look past the bill titles to see what’s really at stake.