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We've Got To TalkWhy would a Christian woman vote for Trump? - your questions answeredEver wondered how a conservative Christian woman justifies voting for Donald Trump? Or how someone reconciles their faith with a leader whose behavior often raises eyebrows? Today, we're ripping off the band-aid and answering some of the questions that have been flooding our DMs. No sugar-coating, no dancing around the issues—just real talk about politics, faith, and those messy places where they collide.Here's the thing—whether you're nodding along or shaking your head, this conversation matters. We're peeling back the layers of assumptions that keep us divided and replacing them with something more valuable: understanding.2025-05-0754 min
We've Got To TalkAre we getting canceled?One wrong social media post. One controversial opinion. That's all it takes to see your business suffer in 2025. Today we’re taking a look at the brutal reality of cancel culture - what actually happens when your views don't match the majority. From death threats sliding into DMs to orchestrated boycott campaigns, Nicole and Jolene reveal the true cost of speaking up in an era where silence feels safer.The most dangerous impact of cancel culture isn't the loud voices demanding boycotts - it's the voices we never hear. How many important conversations die in draft folders? Ho...2025-04-3030 min
We've Got To TalkDisruption in DC: Elon Musk and the DOGEIt's not every day you hear about a tech mogul transitioning to a pivotal role in government, yet here we are. When Donald Trump appointed Elon Musk as the head of the Department Of Government Efficiency, it sent shockwaves through every corner of Washington D.C. It's a bold move that has us curious, frustrated, and admittedly a bit nervous about what lies ahead. So what does this truly mean in the governmental landscape? Only time will tell, but it’s certainly causing quite a stir among Republicans and Democrats.As the dust begins to set...2025-04-2341 min
We've Got To Talk10% on EVERYTHING? Trump's Latest Tariff BombshellThe White House has become America's most dramatic reality show, with policy changes dropping faster than a new Netflix series. Trump's latest plot twist? A fresh wave of tariffs that are sending shockwaves from Wall Street to Shanghai. Just when the global markets thought they had the script figured out, this new economic bombshell is rewriting international trade rules and leaving world leaders scrambling to respond. For those keeping score at home (and let's face it, we all should be), these aren't just numbers on a spreadsheet—they're moves in a high-stakes game that's reshaping everything from you...2025-04-1643 min
We've Got To TalkOur take on DEI RollbacksHold onto your hats, folks—we're about to tackle one of the most heated topics in the current US political landscape. Trump's recent rollback of DEI initiatives has set off a firestorm of reactions, and this topic is anything but simple. You know what's fascinating? The sheer audacity of this move has created a natural experiment in corporate values. While some companies scrambled to follow suit and drop the initiative with vigor, giants like Costco, the NFL, and Apple stood their ground with a resounding "Thanks, but no thanks." It's like watching a high-stakes poker game where comp...2025-04-0939 min
We've Got To TalkDebating RFK’s Role as Secretary of HSSIn our latest episode, we tackled a story that reads like a political thriller—Robert F. Kennedy Jr's appointment as U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services. This isn't just another political appointment; it's a narrative that challenges everything we thought we knew about party lines, public health, and the dance between science and politics. Picture this: A Kennedy—yes, from that Kennedy family—potentially serving under a Republican administration. It's like watching a political eclipse; rare, fascinating, and slightly unsettling. Though, not dissimilar to Trump switching from his Liberal roots to the Republican party. This unexpec...2025-04-0241 min
We've Got To TalkPresidential Pardoning Power: A Necessary Tool or Ethical Dilemma?Should the President of the United States hold the power to grant pardons? In our latest podcast episode, we tackled this burning question, particularly focusing on the pardons issued by Trump related to the January 6th Storming of the Capitol event. Should such pardons be allowed, and do they hold ethical ground? During our discussion, we explored the ramifications of pardons issued by Trump and Biden. Jolene raised an important point about Biden's preemptive pardons aimed at protecting individuals involved in January 6th based on fear of future retaliation from Trump and his constituents. Meanwhile, Tr...2025-03-2636 min
We've Got To TalkWhat does it mean to be a liberal vs a conservative?Left or right? Progressive or traditional? These labels have become battle cries in our modern society, yet they barely scratch the surface of who we truly are. Beyond the oversimplified boxes of 'liberal' and 'conservative' lies a rich tapestry of human experience that defies easy categorization. Today, we're peeling back the layers of these identities—not just as political badges, but as deeply personal frameworks that color how we see the world, shape our relationships, and influence every conversation we have. It’s clear that the essence of being liberal or conservative extends beyond...2025-03-1935 min
We've Got To TalkDo We Need A Wall At the Border?Immigration: a hot-button topic that conjures knee-jerk reactions from racism to compassion, depending on who you ask. It's a question of humanity, security, and policy—a multifaceted issue that's as confusing as it is consequential. In this article, we are doing our best to discuss the issues with border security at the United States' southern border, and how the media portrays the situation differently depending on what state you’re living in.When discussing the physical border wall, Nicole expressed that its implications extend beyond the structure itself —it symbolizes the country's stance on the lack of openne...2025-03-1238 min
We've Got To TalkWhy Republicans and Democrats Need to Talk NowIt’s clear that meaningful conversations between Republicans and Democrats have never been more crucial. It's time we stop the finger-pointing and just start talking to each other. Our goal here is to humanize the dialogue and inspire others to do the same.For Jolene and me, our friendship began with curiosity and mutual respect back in college. Jolene was my first Republican friend, a small-town Iowa girl, meeting me, the California liberal. From the onset, we embraced each other's perspectives, cultivating a relationship grounded in respect. We've navigated tough political waters together, proving that real-life dialogue is...2025-03-0524 min
We've Got To TalkWhat Happened on January 6th?In today's polarized political climate, finding common ground can feel like an insurmountable task. Yet, in our almost 40 years of friendship, we've learned that it's the tough conversations, the ones we might be a little hesitant to have, that often bring us closer together. As we sat down to discuss the events of January 6th, 2021, we realized just how much the divide between conservative and liberal media shapes our understanding of the world—and how essential it is to bridge that gap with empathy and curiosity.Our dialogue won't erase the divisions, but it's a step towards un...2025-02-2821 min
We've Got To TalkDemocrat vs Republican: Reaction to Trump's Re-ElectionIn this episode, I share the story of my extraordinary almost 40-year friendship with Jolene, two women who found themselves on opposite sides of the political spectrum during Trump's re-election in 2024. I open up about my journey as a Democrat, while my dear friend Jolene brings her Republican perspective to our conversation, showing how we've managed to maintain respect and understanding during one of America's most polarizing moments.I take you through my raw emotional journey - from my initial frustration on election night to my eventual realization that this was a call to action for Democrats...2025-02-2625 min
We've Got To TalkWelcome to We've Got To TalkOur story begins in the halls of the University of Iowa, go Hawks! It was there that two seemingly different paths intersected and a friendship blossomed. Despite our different upbringings—Jolene in little Pleasantville, Iowa, and me, Nicole, just across the Golden Gate Bridge in the bustling Bay Area—we became fast friends. And here we are, almost 40 years later, living in a world that often seems intent on drawing lines in the sand and choosing sides.So why "We've Got To Talk"? Because we truly believe that in this deeply divided society, the power of conversation can...2025-02-1702 min