The Middle Road

We're baaaack!! In this new episode, Owen goes over the biggest political events from each month of 2025.

Join Owen to break down the government shutdown, and talk about the recent meeting of all military Generals and Admirals at the Pentagon with speeches from Secretary Hegseth and President Trump.

Join Owen to talk about what our political world looks like today.

This week... Kamala Harris loses her Secret Service detail. Social media declares Donald Trump dead. And the CDC is in open revolt. Welcome to American politics, 2025 — let’s talk about it.

Welcome back! Today, Owen discusses the Alaska and Washington summits President Trump hosted with Putin and Zelenskyy, respectively.

Join Owen to talk about the topics of the last few weeks!

Is the MAGA world at odds over the Jeffrey Epstein investigation? The President campaigned on releasing files regarding many people, including Epstein and now claims there is nothing to be shared... his base is not happy. How might this affect the midterm elections? Also, it has been reported there was evidence found of Pres. Obama's involvement in the "Russia, Russia, Russia Hoax" (AKA Russia meddling in 2016 election), which could lead to a new investigation.

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Join Owen for a special episode for America's birthday!

Join Owen to discuss the confusion/frustration of the One Big Beautiful Bill attempting to be passed by the Senate, and the fraction of the Republican Party amid the debates. Additionally, New York seems as if it is on its way to a 4 way Mayoral election, with a Socialist Democratic Nominee, an Independent Incumbent, a second-try from the disgraced former Governor, and a not so lucky Republican.

Join Owen to talk about Operation Midnight Hammer, a military operation that saw US Military action taken against Iran.

10 year anniversary of Donald Trump in politics! Today, Owen covers the G7 summit which is being hosted in Canada by Prime Minister Mark Carney, as well as the Army's 250th Birthday Parade, and the "No King's Day" that occurred nationwide this weekend.

Today, Owen talks about Donald Trump's decision to federalize the California national guard in response to anti-ICE protests, as well as the falling out between the President and Elon Musk, and the Democrats' serious 'age problem'.

Happy Memorial Day 🇺🇸Join Owen to talk about President Trump's visit to Arlington National Cemetery to honor Memorial Day, as well as the 'Big Beautiful Bill' that is still trying to work its way through the government, and what the recent Supreme Court ruling (or lack thereof) on a catholic charter school means as a precedent for history in the US

Join Owen to talk about Trump's visit to the Middle East, released audio recordings of Robert Hur's investigation of former President Biden, and the "One Big Beautiful Bill" that the GOP is trying to get through the House and Senate.

We have a Pope, and it is the first American one! Let's talk about who Robert Francis Prevost is and what led to him being Pope Leo XIV

Learn why Owen has had a hard time figuring out how to cover the Trump White House.

Lets talk about Pope Francis' Funeral, the Annual White House Easter Egg Roll, the Trump Admins reversal of student visa revocations, the White House Correspondents Dinner, and a new movie recommendation!

EMERGENCY EPISODE

Join Owen for some history this week!!

Join Owen to talk about the tariffs that the President has placed on many countries, and what that means politically. Also, the President was handed a win from Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts on the administrations accidental deportation of Abrego Garcia, which just prolongs a further conversation from the Supreme Court about executive authority, which will set an important precedent going forward.

Today, Owen talks about President Trump's comments about running for a third term, the Signal group chat leak among the top national security officials in the US, Trump's anger toward's president Putin, and an underreported story about Elon Musk's DOGE.

The Civil Rights Act of 1964... one of the most important legislations to us today. Join Owen to talk about how the unlikely pairing of JFK and LBJ in the 1960 presidential election led to the signing of such an important Act.

There is a lot happening in government these days! Today, Owen goes over the closing of the Department of Education, and the American people that are assembling with the "fringe" of both sides of the aisle, as well as the new Canadian Prime Minister!

Welcome back! Today, Owen goes over President Trump's attempt at revoking presidential pardons given by Former President Biden, as well as the role of the White House Press Pool and who gets access to cover the President. Also, let's chat about the future of the Republican Party, which seems to be at a high right now, and the Democrats, who seem to be at an all time low.

Take a break from politics of 2024, and join Owen to talk about his favorite presidential stories!!

Today, Owen goes over what would happen for Canada to become the 51st state, and what would happen to America if it happened, and then talks about 2 MAGA relationships that could be at risk of lasting...

Join Owen to talk about who gets access to national security information, and why the Senate Filibuster is so important to US legislation.

Join Owen to talk about the new tariffs that have been announced by President Trump as well as the new face of the Democratic Party?

Join Owen to talk about Trump's first week and all of the executive orders that he signed, as well as the trips he took to survey hurricane/fire damages, and also an update on his cabinet appointments!

Join Owen to discuss the intricacies of the Presidential Inauguration process!

As inauguration day comes near, join Owen to debrief the whole 2024 election, and talk about the possible ban of TikTok in the US!

Today, Owen talks about all the exciting things happening in Washington including the beginning of the 119th Congress, the election of the next Speaker of the House, Jimmy Carter's state funeral, and the inauguration of the 47th President Donald Trump and 50th Vice President JD Vance.

Join Owen to discuss the *almost* government shutdown, the role Elon Musk played in it, and how he is going to shape policy and government over the next 4 years.

- HOUSEKEEPING!! Owen just finished working for the US House of Representatives, and is looking forward to using these experiences to enhance the pod :) - Trump appoints Kash Patel to FBI Director, and current director Chris Wray resigns with 3 years left in his term - Dems/GOP worried about Tulsi Gabbard as Director of National Intelligence - Pres. Biden commutes sentences of nearly 1,500 people and pardons an additional 39.

This week, President Joe Biden pardons Hunter Biden, Owen discusses why Allan Lichtman's "13 Keys To The White House" failed in their attempt to predict the 2024 presidential election outcome, and what is the role of the president and why is it dangerous that other elected officials continue to inflate the position?

Today, Owen talks about Trump's economic policy, and talks about how history will view the anti-incumbent trends that are popping up around the world.

Hear a statement from Owen about what he believes needs to fundamentally change in order for things to get done for us, the American people.

Today, Owen highlights some of President-Elect Trump's picks for his administration!

Owen discusses the election and what the makeup of our new government will be come January!

Hear Owen's thoughts on the election

Join Owen to catch up on what's been happening on the campaign trail!

8 days until election day!! Join Owen to discuss why you HAVE TO VOTE!!

Join Owen in his conversation with a local Town Council candidate, Kevin McHugh as they talk about the importance of VOTING in your local elections!

Join Owen to discuss the Vice Presidential debate between Governor Tim Walz and Senator JD Vance that took place this week.

Join Owen to talk about why it is so important to vote not only for President, but DOWN THE BALLOT!! As well as, explore the electoral map with Owen to determine the best path to victory for both VP Harris and Fmr President Trump.

Today, Owen covers the possibility of a second debate between fmr. President Trump and VP Harris, as well as Harris' town hall event hosted by Oprah where she mentioned her status as a gun owner, and Trump's possible change of tone following a second assassination attempt against him.

Join Owen for a review of Tuesday's Presidential Debate between former President Trump, and Vice President Harris.

Join Owen to understand what the Electoral College is and why we have it!

Independent presidential candidate Robert F Kennedy Jr has suspended his presidential bid and has begun campaigning with former President Trump. Also. join Owen to debrief the Democratic National Convention!