Today on the show, we're diving into a crucial conversation about the state of Western civilization, the threat of terrorism, and the future of America. From the streets of New York City to the halls of power in Washington D.C., we're exploring the issues that matter most to our nation's future.

The episode kicks off with a discussion about the recent arrest of an 18-year-old ISIS sympathizer from Minnesota, who was planning a mass casualty attack at the Mall of America. We'll also examine the growing trend of Somali gang violence in the state, and how it's affecting communities across the Twin Cities. Our guest, Dustin Grage, a Minnesota-based journalist and columnist at Town Hall, joins us to share his insights on this critical issue.

We'll also be discussing the importance of defending Western civilization, as exemplified by a powerful speech delivered by Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Athens, Greece. Rubio's speech highlighted the need to stand up for our values and principles, and to recognize the greatness of Western civilization. We'll also be talking about the latest developments in the world of space exploration, as Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin is making strides in privatized space travel.

In this episode, we'll also be discussing the upcoming elections in Minnesota, where a number of key races are heating up. We'll be talking about the Senate race between Michelle Tafoya and Peggy Flanagan, as well as the gubernatorial election between Tim Walz and his challenger. Our guest, Dustin Grage, will share his expertise on the issues affecting Minnesota and the implications for the national elections.