This Week Unfiltered w Miles Taylor | 12.11.25

Amy is joined by author and former U.S Department of Homeland Security appointee under both Bush and Trump, Miles Taylor. Their conversation delves into the complexities of U.S. national security strategies – or lack thereof, the implications of military actions in Venezuela and also, did you know we’re pirates now? Additionally, they also touch on the economic motivations behind Trump's foreign policy decisions, the impact of tariffs on American farmers, and the pervasive corruption in Washington.    Chapters  00:00 Holiday Preparations and Personal Reflections 01:32 Understanding National Security Strategies 05:07 The Shift in U.S. Foreign Policy 08:39 The Role of Allies and Adversaries 12:06 The Implications of Military Actions 16:54 Legal and Ethical Considerations in Warfare 21:44 The Ineffectiveness of Current Drug Policies 25:47 The Venezuela Dilemma: War or Diplomacy? 29:53 Economic Consequences of Trump's Policies 34:27 The Illusion of Government Support for Farmers 40:22 Corruption and the Abuse of Power 47:21 The Case for Term Limits in Congress      About Truth in the Barrel: Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.   Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver’s commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world’s finest bourbon.   Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun.   Visit Our Website: www.TruthintheBarrel.com   Subscribe to Truth in the Barrel: https://www.youtube.com/@TruthIntheBarrel   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0JQcSj5mwVyGDJ8DcXwlu9?si=5f2bd1d1b0c64e6f   Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truth-in-the-barrel/id1804092329   Instagram, BlueSky, Facebook, TikTok: @TruthintheBarrel   Visit Our Substack : https://substack.com/@truthinthebarrelpodcast