Smart. Funny. Connected. Former Under Secretary of Homeland Security & FEMA Director Michael Brown provides provocative insight into culture, current events and politics. Get an insider's view of what the mainstream media won't be telling you. He delivers incisive content with humor, wit and smartness. He gives you an honest inside look that no one else is willing to do.

Smart. Funny. Connected. Former Under Secretary of Homeland Security &amp; FEMA Director Michael Brown provides provocative insight into culture, current events and politics. Get an insider's view of what the mainstream media won't be telling you. He delivers incisive content with humor, wit and smartness. He gives you an honest inside look that no one else is willing to do.

Smart. Funny. Connected. Former Under Secretary of Homeland Security &amp; FEMA Director Michael Brown provides provocative insight into culture, current events and politics. Get an insider's view of what the mainstream media won't be telling you. He...

The Situation & The Weekend with Michael Brown

7-18-26 The Weekend Hour 1: The Water Wars: The Deal is Officially Dead, and the Targets Have Changed

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This episode is a wake-up call for Colorado residents, as the speaker delves into the state's education system and the proposed ballot initiative, Prop NN, which aims to reduce TABOR refunds by over one billion dollars. The conversation also touches on the role of teachers' unions and their priorities, as well as the recent scandal in Jefferson County School District involving 48 cases of employee sexual abuse.

The speaker shares a personal anecdote about her experience making a documentary, Whose Children Are They?, which exposed the misallocation of funds in school districts. She highlights the alarming increase in administrators while enrollment is decreasing, and questions the priorities of the teachers' unions. The conversation also covers the recent Title IX violations in Jefferson County School District and the investigation by the US Department of Education.

The speaker also discusses the proposed ballot initiative, Prop NN, and the potential consequences of reducing TABOR refunds. She emphasizes the need for accountability and transparency in the education system, and encourages listeners to do their research before voting. The conversation is a thought-provoking exploration of the complexities of education policy and the need for critical thinking.

If you're concerned about the state of education in Colorado and the proposed ballot initiative, Prop NN, tune in to this episode to hear the speaker's insightful analysis and discussion with her guest, Lindsay Dot Co, founder of Jeffco Kids First.

This episode is a wake-up call for Colorado residents, as the speaker delves into the state's education system and the proposed ballot initiative, Prop NN, which aims to reduce TABOR refunds by over one billion dollars. The conversation also touches on the role of teachers' unions and their priorities, as well as the recent scandal in Jefferson County School District involving 48 cases of employee sexual abuse.The speaker shares a personal anecdote about her experience making a documentary, Whose Children Are They?, which exposed the misallocation of funds in school districts. She highlights the alarming increase in administrators while enrollment is decreasing, and questions the priorities of the teachers' unions. The conversation also covers the recent Title IX violations in Jefferson County School District and the investigation by the US Department of Education.The speaker also discusses the proposed ballot initiative, Prop NN, and the potential consequences of reducing TABOR refunds. She emphasizes the need for accountability and transparency in the education system, and encourages listeners to do their research before voting. The conversation is a thought-provoking exploration of the complexities of education policy and the need for critical thinking.If you're concerned about the state of education in Colorado and the proposed ballot initiative, Prop NN, tune in to this episode to hear the speaker's insightful analysis and discussion with her guest, Lindsay Dot Co, founder of Jeffco Kids First.

7-21-26 - 9am - Deborah Flora Fills In For Michael

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In a state once known for its balance and moderation, Colorado is now experiencing a significant shift to the left. This episode of the podcast explores the implications of this trend and what it means for the future of the state. Joining the conversation is Eric Sondermann, a columnist for Colorado Politics and The Gazette, who shares his insights on the rise of democratic socialism and its impact on the state's politics.

Eric Sondermann discusses the parallels between the current shift in the Democratic Party and the Tea Party's rise during the Obama presidency. He notes that both movements were reactions to feelings of powerlessness and frustration, but with the Democratic Party, this has led to a more extreme ideology. Sondermann also touches on the differences between the Tea Party and the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), highlighting the DSA's more radical platform and its potential consequences.

The conversation also delves into the upcoming elections in Colorado, including the US Senate primary and the attorney general's race. Sondermann shares his thoughts on the prospects of a moderate Democrat winning the Senate seat and the challenges facing Michael Allen, the Republican candidate for attorney general. He also discusses the importance of the caucus system and its impact on the state's politics.

If you're interested in understanding the complexities of Colorado's politics and the implications of the state's shift to the left, tune in to this episode to hear Eric Sondermann's expert analysis.

In a state once known for its balance and moderation, Colorado is now experiencing a significant shift to the left. This episode of the podcast explores the implications of this trend and what it means for the future of the state. Joining the conversation is Eric Sondermann, a columnist for Colorado Politics and The Gazette, who shares his insights on the rise of democratic socialism and its impact on the state's politics.
Eric Sondermann discusses the parallels between the current shift in the Democratic Party and the Tea Party's rise during the Obama presidency. He notes that both movements were reactions to feelings of powerlessness and frustration, but with the Democratic Party, this has led to a more extreme ideology. Sondermann also touches on the differences between the Tea Party and the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), highlighting the DSA's more radical platform and its potential consequences.
The conversation also delves into the upcoming elections in Colorado, including the US Senate primary and the attorney general's race. Sondermann shares his thoughts on the prospects of a moderate Democrat winning the Senate seat and the challenges facing Michael Allen, the Republican candidate for attorney general. He also discusses the importance of the caucus system and its impact on the state's politics.
If you're interested in understanding the complexities of Colorado's politics and the implications of the state's shift to the left, tune in to this episode to hear Eric Sondermann's expert analysis.

7-21-26 - 10am - Deborah Flora Fills In For Michael

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As the country continues to grapple with the complexities of democratic socialism and the growing divide between left and right, a voice of reason stands out in the crowd. Bill Maher, a self-proclaimed liberal, has been speaking out against the dangers of socialism and communism, and his words are resonating with many. In this episode, the speaker shares a thought-provoking conversation with a guest who is passionate about education and school safety.

The conversation touches on the importance of intellectual courage and the need to look at the facts, rather than just following a particular ideology. The speaker discusses the growing trend of democratic socialism and the potential consequences of implementing socialist policies, citing the example of Sweden's failed experiment with socialism. The guest shares her expertise on education and school safety, highlighting the need for innovative approaches to protecting students.

The episode also delves into the world of charter schools and the importance of giving parents choices when it comes to their children's education. The guest shares her experience with the Liberty Schools Initiative and the work she's doing to bring charter schools to Colorado. She discusses the benefits of charter schools, including the ability to innovate and provide students with a high-quality education.

If you're interested in hearing more about the conversation with Bill Maher, the growing trend of democratic socialism, and the importance of education and school safety, tune in to this episode to hear the full discussion.

As the country continues to grapple with the complexities of democratic socialism and the growing divide between left and right, a voice of reason stands out in the crowd. Bill Maher, a self-proclaimed liberal, has been speaking out against the dangers of socialism and communism, and his words are resonating with many. In this episode, the speaker shares a thought-provoking conversation with a guest who is passionate about education and school safety.The conversation touches on the importance of intellectual courage and the need to look at the facts, rather than just following a particular ideology. The speaker discusses the growing trend of democratic socialism and the potential consequences of implementing socialist policies, citing the example of Sweden's failed experiment with socialism. The guest shares her expertise on education and school safety, highlighting the need for innovative approaches to protecting students.The episode also delves into the world of charter schools and the importance of giving parents choices when it comes to their children's education. The guest shares her experience with the Liberty Schools Initiative and the work she's doing to bring charter schools to Colorado. She discusses the benefits of charter schools, including the ability to innovate and provide students with a high-quality education.If you're interested in hearing more about the conversation with Bill Maher, the growing trend of democratic socialism, and the importance of education and school safety, tune in to this episode to hear the full discussion.

7-21-26 - 11am - Deborah Flora Fills In For Michael

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7-18-26 The Weekend Hour 1: The Water Wars: The Deal is Officially Dead, and the Targets Have Changed

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