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Doug shares his heart about why he is leaving the show. He plays Paul Harvey’s “If I Were The Devil” and challenges us all to step up and make a difference in the world around us. And then he shares a very powerful story of hope and encouragement that will give you a practical example of how each of us can continue to fight for each other in a very effective way. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drivetimenebraska/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Drive_Time_NE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drive_time_nebraska/ Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dougfitzgerald1/ Email address contact: [email protected]

Doug welcomes in Senator Deb Fischer to the show to talk about border security, deportations, Trump’s Executive Order on E15 and more. Doug digs further into the shenanigans going on with the Lancaster County Commissioners and the Mayor’s tax increase fear mongering.

Doug shares the news that University of Nebraska Volleyball Coach John Cook announces his retirement. Nate Rohr and Jack Mitchell share their thoughts on Coach Cook's retirement. Plus, Doug reveals why he’s leaving the show.

Doug and Wyatt open up the text and phone lines to discuss what’s on your mind. Doug will dig into Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird asking voters to continue the quarter-cent sales tax for street improvements for another eight years. Doug has his opinion … NOOOOO!!! Plus we’ll dig into more…

Check It Out! Doug welcomes in the staff of Lincoln Coin & Bullion who has been our Title Sponsor of Drive Time Nebraska. They talk all things precious metals and answer your questions too. www.lincolncoinandbullion.com

It’s Fly-By-The-Seat-Of-Our-Pants Friday. Doug takes your calls and texts about this week’s main events (Trump’s Inauguration, Bishop Bashing Trump, Lancaster County Commissioners Getting Paid Off, Nebraska Legislature and more). Plus, Doug reveals why he’s leaving the show.

I’ll Dig In!!! Doug will dig into the Lancaster County commissioners 5-0 vote to approve the permit for NextEra Energy’s Solar Project. Commissioners Chelsea Johnson & Christ Yoakum were given a lot of campaign funds from several energy companies, including NextEra and Panama Energy. Doug shares the list of all companies and organizations who gave campaign funds, with specific amounts. Plus Doug plays a questionable comment from Commissioner Sean Flowerday.

Doug gives a big announcement about his future plans as the host of Drive Time Nebraska. He and Wyatt also do a final recap of all things regarding Trump’s Inauguration, including some feisty comments from a Bishop.

Doug plays President Trump’s epic speech after his swearing in and throws down right in front of his enemies. Very epic. Plus, we share our Nebraska Pride as Senator Deb Fischer introduces Trump before his speech. An amazing moment for the state of Nebraska and Sen. Fischer.

Mark Vail and Bud Synhorst fill in for Dough as they discuss the Inauguration. They are also joined by Chase Porter from the KLIN Newsroom.

Mark Vail and Bud Synhorst fill in for Dough as they discuss the hot topics of today in Nebraska. They are also joined by Chase Porter from the KLIN Newsroom.

Jack Mitchell fills in for Doug as he discusses today's top stories. Plus, Jack welcomes Cody Thomas to discuss the legacy of Jack Hoffman.

Doug celebrates the life of Jack Hoffman and reflects on the impact he made on the state of Nebraska. He also reflects on a past show on how to deal with tragedy during tough times.

Doug is honored to have Nebraska State Treasurer Tom Briese on the show to talk about the incredible new website that the state launched last week that opens up the States Checkbook and shows all financial transactions down to the penny and who the money went to. Doug also shares a clip of NextEra Energy/Panama Energy getting called out for contributing to two Lancaster County Commissioner races. https://https://statespending.nebraska.gov

Doug digs into the NextEra Solar Project with Kimberly Robinson & Dennis Hermesch and how this project is going to impact our county and Doug gives a BIG “WAY TO GO” for LB89. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571683600750 https://gofund.me/23ff70f3

Doug digs into the tax increase that Lincoln Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird wants you to vote for, along with how is new Lancaster County Commissioner Chelsea Johnson being influenced by outside of the state money regarding the NextEra Solar Farm that donated to her campaign to get her elected.

Doug and Wyatt open up the text and phone lines to discuss what’s on your mind. Doug will dig into Mayor Leirion Gaylor Baird asking voters to continue the quarter-cent sales tax for street improvements for another eight years. Doug has his opinion … NOOOOO!!! Plus we’ll dig into more…

Doug is honored to have Senator Pete Ricketts on the show. The Senator talks about the Senate’s new working hours, working on the Trump agenda, cutting government spending by being on the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) Caucus, border security, cutting regulations, and so much more. www.ricketts.senate.gov

Doug celebrates Nebraska State Treasurer Tom Briese’s opening of Nebraska’s checkbook. Now you can see every single expenditure of the state, down to the penny. https://statespending.nebraska.gov

Doug welcomes in Zach Harsin, co-founder of ACTON Academy Lincoln. ACTON is an alternative school in Lincoln that provides a very unique and unconventional opportunity for youth from Kindergarten thru High School to experience. They are a student driven, peer-to-peer community that teach students to: Master their gifts, become lifelong learners, develop strong character, and treasure economic, political and religious freedom. We are also joined by a couple of parents that share their family’s experience at ACTON. https://www.actonacademylincoln.com

Doug welcomes Nebraska’s youngest elected official, Joe Burgess. At the age of 18. Joe won his Republican primary for the District 5 Seat on the York County Board of Commissioners and will run unopposed in November and be sworn into office in January of 2025. They discuss his campaign, platform, and college plans.

Doug is honored to have a once-in-a-lifetime interview with grammy award winning writer and artist Jim Peterik, founder of the band Survivor. You may not recognize his name, but you will recognize his voice and music. Jim wrote and performed songs like: Eye of the Tiger (from Rocky 3), Burning Heart (Rocky 4), The Search Is Over, High On You, and I Can’t Hold Back. Jim also co-wrote 38 Special's platinum hits “Hold On Loosely”, “Caught Up In You”, “Wild-Eyed Southern Boys”, “Fantasy Girl”, and “Rockin’ Into The Night”. Along with songs with Sammy Hagar, Lynyrd Skynyrd, and the Beach Boys … Sit back and enjoy! https://jimpeterik.com

Doug revisits some of our best shows from 2024. First Doug is honored to have the founder of Raising Men & Women Lawn Care Service Rodney Smith, Jr on the show. Rodney shares his incredible story of motivating thousands of youth across the US to mow lawns for free of those in need. He has over 5,100 kids mowing across the country and from 8 countries with well over 20,000 yards mowed. This non-profit has been featured on ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX & CNN. https://weareraisingmen.com Doug is also joined in the studio by The Drew Phillips Band. After hearing the band “live”, Doug wanted to get the word out about this amazing Country/Southern Rock group. The band shares their journey and future plans, plus we hear some of their music too. https://www.drewphillipsmusic.com

Doug revisits some of our best shows from 2024. First Doug is irritated at the way our city officials continue to want to take more of our hard earned money, rather than manage what they have effectively. He digs into the latest money grab. Then, we re-air the show with Traci Morrow who shares how to handle traumatic life events in a healthy way (whether its natural disaster, relational, death, financial, loss of job, …). https://www.tracimorrow.com

Doug revisits some of our best shows from 2024. He is honored to have Suicide Prevention Warrior, Co-Creator of 988 & America’s Resilience Expert Kristen Christy on the show. Kristen shares her story of turning a devastating pain into a powerful purpose. Kristen lost her husband to suicide, had a son that suicide tried its best to take his life, and another son who ran away and has never been seen since because of the devastation of suicide. Now Kristen travels around the world speaking at military bases and civilian groups about mental health and suicide prevention. She's given more than 350 presentations to more than 400,000 people. Saving lives and transforming mindsets globally. She also diligently worked to get legislation passed for the creation of the National Suicide Prevention & Crisis Lifeline - 988. www.kristenchristycares.com

Doug revisits some of our best shows from 2024. Doug is honored to have national economist and best selling author Jerry Robinson on the show. Jerry gives us the gut-honest truth of what's happening with our economy in regards to inflation, and how it’s impacting each of our lives. He also shares tips on how to best handle our personal finances. Plus, he lays out his proven steps on how to increase our income and invest during these crazy economic times. https://followthemoney.com

Doug revisits some of our best shows from 2024. Doug welcomes Lisa Moser to the show. Lisa is a former Miss Ohio USA, former Mrs. International, an author, international speaker and successful business woman. And she shares “6 Vital Tips To Positively Handle Disappointment” in a culture and time in the world where a lot of people are impacted by disappointment. https://lisamoser.com https://www.fischer.senate.gov/public/index.cfm?p=2025-inauguration-ticket-requests

Doug is honored to have Senator Deb Fischer on the show to discuss Trump’s Cabinet Picks, the National Defense Authorization Act, and more. Plus Doug and Wyatt talk Husker Volleyball, being Deputized, and more. https://www.fischer.senate.gov/public/index.cfm/home

Doug welcomes in our resident cybersecurity expert Tristan Lawson to talk about several topics, including: The mystery drones, crypto & holiday scams, concerns about cell phones, and more.

Doug is appalled by Former State Senator John Kuehn’s lawsuit to block Governor Jim Pillen to sign into law the two Medical Marijuana Initiatives and OVERWHELMLY were passed into law by Nebraskans. Doug discusses that and the invasion of drones on the east coast of the US. www.nebraskamarijuana.org

Doug & Wyatt open up the phone and text lines for Talk & Text Tuesday and they talk about the CEO Shooter, BLM calls for riots,Husker Football, Dylan Riaola, Emmett Johnson, Portal, and more.

Doug is honored to have Crista Eggers, Medical Marijuana campaign manager, to share about the journey she's been on since getting two Medical Marijuana initiatives overwhelmingly passed in the election. But it hasn't come easy, with more hurdles to jump over since the election. She gives us an update on where things stand as of today. www.nebraskamarijuana.org

Doug digs into the abrupt retirement of LPS Superintendent Dr. Paul Gausman and looks at potential candidates to replace him. Doug also discusses the dangers of emergency vehicle crashes, a fight that caused student section fans to get ejected at a local high school boys basketball game between Lincoln East & Lincoln Southwest and more.

Doug discusses the Lincoln-Lancaster County Planning Commission’s decision to delay their vote on the NextEra solar farm project that will consume 2,400 acres just east of Hallam. We finally talk about the Hunter Biden pardon. Plus we highlight Husker Volleyball Awards, NCAA Tourney, and the large number of former Nebraska High School Volleyball Players playing in this year’s tourney.

Doug discusses the Supreme Court’s hearing to make it legal for minors to have gender-altering surgery and full use of puberty blockers for minors … and the potential ramifications for Nebraska’s “Let Them Grow Act” or LB574. Plus we discuss the New York Hitman, Husker Football Changes and more.

Doug & Wyatt open up the phone and text lines for Talk & Text Tuesday and they talk about the convicted fish slinger, Hunter Biden pardon, Husker Football changes, and more.

Doug follows the political campaign money from the Lancaster County Commissioner District 4 race that benefited winner Chelsea Johnson. Money came in from across the country by the tens of thousands of dollars to benefit her win and Doug reveals where the money came from. Check it out for yourself here: https://nadc-e.nebraska.gov/PublicSite/SearchPages/PublicMaster.master

It’s Talk & Text Tuesday and Doug & Wyatt open up the phone lines to discuss what’s on your mind, including if its ok to allow biological boys & men (transgender) to compete in girls and womens sports, be in the girls locker rooms, use the girl’s restrooms, … Plus we discuss the Luke Fickell/Donovan Raiola encounter …

Doug welcomes in our favorite comedian Bob Rook from Tada Theatre to talk about their holiday line-up. Then we talk all things Huskers, coming off of a Football/Volleyball/Basketball Trifecta of wins!!!

Doug welcomes Senator Deb Fischer as she updates us on the election, Trump appointments, the Russia/Ukraine War, and more. Plus Doug & Wyatt discuss the big Husker weekend for football and volleyball. https://www.fischer.senate.gov/public

Doug is honored to have Executive Director Paul Yates on the show to share I've Got A Name's mission to end sex trafficking in Lincoln and across Nebraska. Plus we catch-up with The Voice Finalist and Recording Artist Bryan Olesen. https://ivegotaname.org https://votaband.com

Doug & Wyatt open up the phone and text lines for Talk & Text Tuesday and they talk all things Ding Dong Ditching.

Doug & Wyatt dissect the Husker/USC football game, the Mike Tyson/Jake Paul fight, a new tool Doug discovered about campaign finances … plus they share their favorite commercials of all time.

Doug opens up about the lies and belittling going on in politics and how it frustrates the heck out of him. He digs into the lies told against David Russell, the belittling comments towards Lancaster County Commissioner Matt Schulte by another Commissioner, and what could be the final nail in the coffin on Whoopi Goldberg’s career because of a major lie she told today! Buckle Up!

Doug welcomes in Jeremy Kuehn, candidate for Lancaster County Commissioner District 2, is in a razor thin race against Krista Yoakum that still hasn’t been called yet. Jeremy gives us an update on where things stand. Then Doug is joined by Lancaster County Commissioner Matt Schulte to talk about some of the spending that was approved by other commissioners that seems to be questionable and that got a very belittling response towards Matt during the past board meeting. So Matt gives us an update.

Doug welcomes Lisa Moser to the show. Lisa is a former Miss Ohio USA, former Mrs. International, an author, international speaker and successful business woman. And she shares “6 Vital Tips To Positively Handle Disappointment” in a culture and time in the world where a lot of people are impacted by disappointment. https://lisamoser.com

Doug & Wyatt open up the Talk & Text Line at 402-479-1400 for our listeners to share what’s on their minds. They discuss whether it’s ok to talk about the left’s social media meltdowns that were full of verbal attacks/threats/hatred towards anyone who voted for Trump, infighting within the Democratic party, Kamala’s $1 Billion disaster and more. Plus Doug plays the most requested Schoolhouse Rock episode.

Doug honors our Veterans on a day that we share our deepest gratitude for the freedom they have fought for that we enjoy today. As Doug looked at the freedoms, he shares his memories as a kid in the 1970s & 1980s when Schoolhouse Rock would teach about our American freedoms during Saturday morning cartoons. He plays his favorite ones with commentary.

Doug welcomes John Berry to the show. John is the CEO of Berry Law and former U.S. Army platoon leader shares about his new book Veteran Led: Leadership Lessons from the Trenches. John will also be the Master of Ceremonies at the Lincoln Veterans Day Parade, and his book is a tribute to the leadership lessons he learned in the military. He shares how you can apply these principles to your business or personal life. https://berrylaw.com

Doug is honored to be broadcasting live from the I’ve Got A Name annual fundraiser & awareness night. Executive Director Paul Yates shares I've Got A Name's mission is to end sex trafficking in Lincoln and across Nebraska. Plus we catch-up with The Voice Finalist and Recording Artist Bryan Olesen who will be performing at tonight’s event. https://ivegotaname.org