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Mike Ferguson Media
by Mike Ferguson
This is a collection of interviews conducted by Mike Ferguson, interviews where Mike is a guest on another program, opinion segments, and other media produced by Mike Ferguson.Mike is the morning show host for NewsTalk STL in St. Louis, Missouri and the producer and host of American Viewpoints, syndicated by Talk Media Network (AVP segments can be found at the American Viewpoints With Mike Ferguson podcast).
Episodes
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Protecting Parents (And Children) From Pro-"Trans" Lawmakers In Virginia. The Daily Signal's Tyler O'Neil Explains On NewsTalk STL
Tyler O'Neil, managing editor of The Daily Signal, has the stunning story of a proposed law in VIrginia that could result in parents being criminally charged with child abuse or neglect if they stop their child from expressing a gender identity that's different from their biological one. The...
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A Temporary Home On The Way To Permanent Self Sufficiency
Adam McBride, the executive director of the Veterans Community Project's St. Louis branch, provides an update on the VCP housing construction in North St. Louis. The "tiny homes" community is designed to be transitional while homeless veterans work with counselors, case workers, and sometimes...
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Are Scientists The Ones Breaking Down Trust In Science?
The Discovery Institute's Wesley Smith discusses his recent Epoch Times article that critiques actions by some scientists. Smith argues that data manipulation, failure to correct assumptions later shown to be wrong, and - in some cases - putting political and policy ideology above objective...
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Why Do Gen Z and Millenial Workers Job Hop So Much?
Lebanon Valley College's Dr. Kimberlee Josephson discusses what research shows about younger workers (Millenials and Gen Z) and the fact they are less likely to stay at a job as long as other (older) workers stick around. The reasons can include a tradional work schedule (as opposed to a flexible...
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ID Theft Now Could Mean Long Term Financial Trouble Later. How To Protect Kids' Financial Futures
Eva Velasquez from the Identity Theft Resource Center explains why thieves are increasingly going after children's personal information long before they have a financial history. If they can get ahold of some basic information now, they can leave a wake of financial damage that won't be…
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Opening Opportunity For Those In Poverty: The Right Ways And The Wrong Ways
Winston-Salem State University Professor Craig Richardson discusses research-based approaches to poverty and economic mobility in America. The conversation discusses, among other things, barriers to buying a home that affect many people with lower incomes, including the unintended consequences of...
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breaking Down The Numbers: What The Inflation Report Means To Your Family
Hammond Institute for Free Enterprise Director Howard Wall, a former Vice President of the St. Louis Federal Reserve, explains what the latest Consumer Price Index (inflation) report means to individuals and families. Learn more about the Hammond Institute here: https://www.hammondinstitute.org/
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Is Your Child's Teacher Bringing The Union's Politics Into The Classroom?
National Right To Work Committee President Mark Mix takes issue with the National Education Association's recent convention in Illinois. His take: the union focused too much on politics and leftist social and cultural activism, which they (and the other major teachers' union, the American...
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What's The REAL Cost Of Inflation Right Now?
Just before the June CPI/inflation report was released, CNS opinion/commentary contributor Ken Davis was a guest and argues that the actual inflation rate in the US is far more than what is being claimed by government officials. The conversation follows publication of his recent article on the...
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Plea Deals And Jury Trials: Has Justice Left Our System?
In a recent article, Reason magazine's Billy Binion argues that what's now a standard practice in criminal justice could be robbing Americans of a fair trial - even if they agree to the sentence. Binion examines the common use of plea bargains to avoid trial and focuses on the "charge-stacking"...
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Faith, Religion, And Anti-Religion In Schools
Rev. David Lowery, a member of Project 21 and founder of the Living & Driving While Black Foundation, Inc., reacts to the US Supreme Court ruling in the Kennedy vs Bremerton School District case. That's the case of a high school football coach who was fired for continuing to pray on the field…
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Supreme Court To EPA: Stay In Your (Regulatory) Lane - Why The West Virginia Case Matters To The Administrative State
During the Trump Administration, former Acting Assistant US Attorney General Jonathan Brightbill argued in federal court against some of the EPA's regulatory power. That case went to the US Supreme Court as West Virginia vs The Environmental Protection Agency with the Court eventually agreeing…
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Created Equal: Dr. Ben Carson On Race, Our History, And Hope In America
Dr. Ben Carson, former United States Secretary of Housing And Urban Development, discusses race in America. The conversation covers the racial conflicts and discrimination in America's history as well as why he believes there's hope for our country's future when it comes to racial and class...
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Suing Social Media: Should Big Tech Be Responsible For The Harms Of Social Media Addiction?
Matthew Bergman is the founding attorney of the Social Media Victims' Law Center. In this discussion, he explains why his clients filed a lawsuit against Meta (Facebook, Instagram), saying the company bears some responsibility for the harms caused to their daughter when she became influenced by...
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Staying Healthy Through The Summer With Dr. Julie Gatza
Dr. Julie Gatza of the Florida Wellness Institute addresses does some mythbusting when it comes to common beliefs about nutrition - especially in the summer. Health educator Dr. Julie Gatza (Dr. Julie) has more than 30 years of clinical practice during which she assisted thousands of patients...
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Wilfred Reilly: Realities vs Narratives On Race, Crime, Opportunity, Voting, And Other Important Stuff...
What happens when the data runs counter to the narrative? Professor Wilfred Reilly explains what his (and others') reseach actually says about race, crime, law enforcement, opportunity, and even voting in the US. Dr. Reilly is a professor at Kentucky State University, a contributor to FOX News…
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Naomi Wolf Questions The Narrative - The Full Discussion
Here's the entire conversation I had with Dr. Naomi Wolf about her new book, _The Bodies Of Others_. Due to time constraints that are common with radio, I was only able to put about 9:30 of this on the air but want to make the entire discussion available in context to you....
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Naomi Wolf Questions The Narrative
Author, activist, CEO Naomi Wolf's new book doesn't just challenge the narrative when it comes to COVID responses, vaccines, and mandates, it goes to war with it. To describe her new book, "The Bodies of Others: The New Authoritarians, Covid-19 and the War Against the Human" has already added to...
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In Defense Of Price Gouging?
When shortages of anything that's a necessity happens, prices often spike. Is that just a matter of supply and demand or is it price gouging? In this conversation, Reason magazine's Christian Britschgi offers a perspective on price hikes that runs counter to what you normally hear from both...
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Partnering With Them After They Served For Us - America's Warrior Partnership
John Jones is a veteran of the United States Marine Corps who was wounded in the line of duty. That ended his service in harm's way but not his service to his fellow warriors. He's now the Chief of Development for America's Warrior Partnership, which partners with communities and works to prevent...
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Conservatives And Criminal Justice Reform: Time To Lead?
Often, "criminal justice reform" is an effort from the Left in America but many conservatives agree that the criminal justice system needs updated, even if they disagree on what should change. In this discussion, former Congressman Doug Collins (R-GA) says conservatives shouldn't just be involved...
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Escaping Tribalism In America's Time Of Political And Cultural Division
Professor Allen Buchanan argues that there is a connection between a "moral mind" and escaping tribalism in this time of extremism, division, and conflict over politics and culture. That's the focus of his book _Our Moral Fate: Evolution And The Escape From Tribalism_. In this conversation, Dr....
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Overcoming Trauma And Living A Successful Life. Walt McKinley Tells His Story Of Living Through Monsters In His House
From trying to take your own life after suffering horrific abuse to building a successful career in both corporate America and as a Naval Intelligence Officer; that's the real-life story of Walt McKinley. He's the author of the book _Monsters in My House_ and overcame the trauma of childhood…
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Race, Crime, Division, And Healing In America. A Conversation With Dr. Carol Swain
Dr. Carol Swain, author of several books about American politics and culture, discusses race, crime, and the state of our culture following the racist and anti-Semitic mass murder in Buffalo. More information about Dr. Swain - including links to her books - can be found at https://carolmswain.com/
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Beating The Odds In Education: GEO Academies
GEO Academies Founder & President Kevin Teasley describes their schools' approach to "delivering K-14 and K-16 results with K-12 dollars" in some of America's economically disadvantaged areas.
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Healthy Skepticism Versus Conspiracy Theories: What's The Difference And Why Does It Matter?
In recent years the QAnon movement has become the latest example of conspiracy theories resulting in political action in the US. It's not the first and it won't be the last. Author Mike Rothschild's book _The Storm Is Upon Us_ looks into how people can cross over from legitimately questioning...
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Consulting With Your Doctor Could Get Easier With Telehealth If Government Stays Out Of The Way
"Going to the doctor" may not necessarily mean going to the doctor in the future. At least not for many routine consultations. That's if telehealth continues to grow and if government regulations are adjusted. In this American Viewpoints conversation, Atlas MD founder Dr. Josh Umbehr explains why...
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Banning Menthols: Protecting Public Health Or Racist Big Government?
Americans For Tax Reform's Tim Andrews explains a recent decision by the FDA to ban menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars (among other efforts designed to lower smoking rates in the US). He discusses the public health claims being made by the government, the racial aspect of the regulations that...
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Cyberattacks: Governments And Big Businesses Aren't The Only Targets So Be Ready
We know that cyber security IS national security, both for government data and systems and for business data and systems (remember the ransomware attack on the Colonial Pipeline?). It's also a threat to your household that could come from anywhere in the world. Are you prepared and as secure as…
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Financial Literacy For Business Owners Could Be The Difference Between Success And Failure
Finances are something we must contend with throughout our lives, yet very few people receive any sort of meaningful financial education throughout adolescence or adulthood. Many successful businesspeople and entrepreneurs are doing well but could be doing better if only they better understood…
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Twitter: The End Of The World As The Left Knows It?
FreedomWorks' Vice President John Tamny has a take on Elon Musk's purchase of Twitter that doesn't fit completely into either a liberal or a conservative mindset. Is this likely to mean a big change to how our political and cultural conversations happen on social media? Yes. Is this going to…
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Is "Getting Back To Normal" The Right Thing For Schoolkids?
The National Parents Union says they DON'T want schools to "return to normal". They want, as part of their EPIC (Everyday Parents Impacting Change) campaign, to "reimagine education" and "see bold changes in how kids are educated". In this American Viewpoints discussion, NPU's Maritza Guridy...
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Could Kids Miss The Chance To Play Sports Because Grownups Won't Behave?
The recent new report out of Mississippi adds to the list of stories involving assaults on umpires (and referees) for youth sports games. A quick search on YouTube or Rumble will turn up video of officials being verbally and sometimes physically attacked over what happened in a KIDS game. It's...
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Inflation. Recession? What's Ahead And Why Can't I Buy As Much Stuff Right Now?
Ryan Young from the Competitive Enterprise Institute reacts to the most recent CPI report that shows an 8.5% inflation rate - the highest in 40 years.
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To Cancel (Student Loan Debt) Or Not To Cancel? That Is The Question
Last week, President Biden continued the pause on student loan payments and interest. Those pushing for the cancellation of student loan debt for many current and former students say the President's order is only a step to what they want. In this American Viewpoints discussion, the Heritage...
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It's Second Chance Month. Why Should We Care About Former Prisoners' Futures?
It's Second Chance Month and Sammy Perez from Prison Fellowship Ministries is asking everyone to rethink how we look at those who have served time in prison. Perez takes an approach that includes Christian theology, public policy, and public safety into the conversation in arguing for better...
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Should The US Impose A Wealth Tax?
What's the difference between an income tax and a wealth tax? Americans For Limited Government's Rick Manning answers that question in this American Viewpoints segment. President Biden is proposing that idea to Congress. He wants to tax "unrealized gains" on investments for some people.
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Should Police Be Allowed To Sue Protest Organizers? The Legal, Civil, And Possible First Amendment Issues
In this NewsTalk STL conversation, Sgt. Carla Miller (ret) speaks on behalf of LawEnforcementToday.com about a Louisiana court decision connected to a Black Lives Matter protest. In the case, an injured police officer is trying to sue one of the organizers of the protest. The officer says that...
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Stopping Fraud In The SNAP Program: Why It Matters To Everyone
President Biden said during his State Of The Union Address that identifying, stopping, and preventing fraud in programs like SNAP (formerly known as food stamps) is among his priorities. In this conversation, American Enterprise Institute Senior Fellow Dr. Angela Rachidi explains the realities vs...
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ObamaCare Ten Years In
Professor Antony Davies (Duquesne University), co-host of the very popular Words And Numbers podcast examines and discusses the effects of the Affordable Care Act (aka ObamaCare) a decade into it's existence. The conversation compares the Act's goals with the results we see and pay for today....
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Race To The Bottom - How Did Public Education Get So Bad And How Can We Fix It?
I don't think anyone can credibly argue that public education is adequately preparing America's young people with the skills they will need to succeed in higher education or life in general. Before that can be fixed, the simple question that must be answered is "why?" and that's the focus of Luke...
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Culture And Politics: Kira Davis On Pushing Back Against The Left's Effort To Define Both
Kira Davis, RedState.com's Editor-At-Large, is running for school board. Why? Because she, like thousands of people throughout the country, have decided it's time to get more involved in politics and policy. In this American Viewpoints conversation, she says that's a response to the Left in…
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Russia, Putin, Environmental Activists, and Our Energy Prices?
CNS News' Craig Bannister discusses accusations that some left leaning and left win environmental actvitist groups have been (and are) at least partially funded by Russia's government. Bannister argues that political activism in the name of environmentalism has succeeded in getting laws and other...
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Surviving The Healthcare System: Financially and Literally
David Wilcox, PhD (whose career includes experience as a nurse and healthcare administrator) discusses the findings and advice in his book, How To Avoid Being A Victim Of The American Healthcare System: A Patient's Handbook For Survival. This American Viewpoints discussion includes both the...
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Make Sure Your Support For Ukrainians Gets To The People
Tatiana Tsoir, author of Dream Bold. Start Smart, is originally from Belarus - which, of course, borders Ukraine. In this discussion, she outlines ways to make sure your donation to help the people of Ukraine who are being driven from their homes by the Russian invasion gets to your intended...
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COVID19: The Science VS The Lockdowns
In this American Viewpoints discussion, Researcher Michael Betrus, author of COVID19: The Science vs The Lockdowns, explains why he believes the (over?) reaction by governments to COVID19 did more damage than the actual virus.
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The Politics Of Ketanji Brown Jackson's Nomination To The US Supreme Court
In this American Viewpoints segment, the Heritage Foundation's Hans Von Spakovsky explains why he wants the US Senate to at least hesitate - if not outright reject - the nomination of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the United States Supreme Court. The discussion includes a look at Jackson's legal...
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When Religious Freedom And LGBT Rights And Advocacy Collide
World magazine reporter Steve West details the US Supreme Court case 303 Creative vs Elanis and the possible impact it could have for religious freedom in America. The case centers around a web designer's decision to not accept a job to build a website for a same-sex wedding because doing so…
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Project 21 Says President Biden's Supreme Court Nomination Is Tainted By Racial Politics
FROM The NewsTalk STL morning show on March 1st, 2020. Project 21, America's largest network of black conservatives, argues in a recent op-ed that President Biden's "'Historic' Supreme Court nomination [is] tainted by racial politics." Here's a link to that piece:...
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ZuckerBucks And Other Activist Dollars In Our Elections
Through his nonprofit, Mark Zuckerberg sent millions of dollars to election officials around the country. We're told the idea for that is to help finance the operations of the elections and to encourage participation in voting. Sounds good, right? But is there more to it than that? Lauren Bowman...
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This is a collection of interviews conducted by Mike Ferguson, interviews where Mike is a guest on another program, opinion segments, and other media produced by Mike Ferguson.Mike is the morning show host for NewsTalk STL in St. Louis, Missouri and the producer and host of American Viewpoints, syndicated by Talk Media Network (AVP segments can be found at the American Viewpoints With Mike Ferguson podcast).
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