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The Adult in the RoomEx-Antifa Insider Exposes the Cult Within: Ty King’s Journey from Chaos to ChristIn this powerful Veterans Day episode of The Adult in the Room with Victoria Taft, you’ll meet Ty King, a former Antifa member who escaped the chaos, drugs, and spiritual darkness of radical activism to find redemption through Christ. Ty opens up about his childhood trauma, years in Eugene’s Antifa scene, and how cult manipulation and occult practices kept him trapped in violence and despair.You’ll hear the shocking reality of how Antifa recruits, how drugs and spiritual warfare fuel its culture, and how Ty’s deliverance prayer and faith in God ultimately set him free. Victoria...
2025-11-111h 20The Adult in the RoomPortland’s “Cleanup” Hoax: Antifa, Cover-Ups & Court GamesSee what Portland media won’t show you. Victoria Taft breaks down the so-called “cleanup” of Antifa’s encampment—a carefully timed stunt ahead of a key Ninth Circuit decision. You’ll watch how police literally negotiate with Antifa while harassing ordinary citizens just trying to drive home.You’ll also hear about the government shutdown and how Democrats are using working families, air traffic safety, and food stamps as political leverage.Then, Victoria speaks with Yukong "Mike" Zhao from Chinese Americans for the Constitution. He shares his firsthand story of escaping communist China, facing harassment in California, and fighting back...
2025-10-281h 04The Adult in the RoomFollow the Money: Seamus Bruner Exposes Who Really Funds AntifaDiscover how the money really moves in America’s most violent activist networks. Victoria Taft sits down with investigative author Seamus Bruner. Plus, hear from a meteorologist who watched climate science get hijacked from the inside. Chuck Wiese joins Victoria Taft to expose the political pressure and federal money that created the infamous “hockey stick” climate graph and silenced scientists who questioned it.#AntifaFunding #SeamusBruner #GlobalistMoney #PortlandRiots #VictoriaTaftPodcast #ClimateFraud #ChuckWeiss #MichaelMann #GlobalWarmingDebate #VictoriaTaftPodcast
2025-10-101h 08The Adult in the RoomPete Hegseth’s Pentagon Shake-Up & Portland’s Street WarIn this episode of The Adult in the Room with Victoria Taft, you’ll hear first-hand accounts from Chelly Bufaroche — better known online as “Honey Badger Mom” — who has been covering Antifa’s nightly attacks at Portland’s ICE headquarters. You’ll learn what it’s like on the ground, how encampments rebuild within hours of city sweeps, and why independent journalists are often the first targets of violence.Victoria also covers Pete Hegseth’s fiery Pentagon address, President Trump’s push to federalize the Oregon National Guard, and what that means for Portland. Later, former National Guardsman Keith Gross...
2025-10-011h 05The Adult in the RoomCharlie Kirk's Assassination: What It Means for AmericaIn this episode of The Adult in the Room with Victoria Taft, you’ll hear an unflinching look at the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk and what it reveals about the times we live in. You’ll walk through the chaos, the ideology that fueled the attack, and why Charlie’s legacy will only inspire more voices to rise up in truth.Victoria connects these events to the lessons of 9/11, the dangers of political idolatry, and the hope that remains in Christ. You’ll also hear from private investigator Nils Grevillius, who breaks down what the...
2025-09-121h 29The Adult in the RoomCharlotte Stabbing: When the Story Isn’t the StoryYou’re about to dive into a powerful episode of The Adult in the Room with Victoria Taft. Victoria unpacks the tragic Charlotte light rail stabbing of a young Ukrainian refugee, asking why the media either downplays or reshapes the story into something it’s not. You’ll hear how narratives get twisted, from Michael Brown to George Floyd, and why getting the truth out first matters.Later, Victoria sits down with bestselling author Don Bentley, who takes you inside the world of Mitch Rapp with his latest Vince Flynn universe novel, Denied Access. You’ll hear about Bentley’s real-lif...
2025-09-101h 24
The Adult in the RoomA Bold Strategy: The Misappropriation & Cannibalization of American Intelligence with Sam FaddisSpycraft isn't usually what you see in the movies or read about in adventure books. It's gritty, it's ugly, and in modern times often requires just as much history & technology expertise as marksmanship. Intelligence operators are some of the most highly-skilled, dangerous people on the planet. So, when their skills are misused by the political elite against US citizens solely for the gain of political capital, the consequences can ruin careers, lives, and fragile peace.
Charles "Sam" Faddis is a former CIA operative who led the first incursion into Iraq in the run-up to the 2003 invasion of that country...
2023-12-291h 19
The Adult in the RoomUrban Decay: How Crime, Drugs, Poverty & Corruption are Making Cities Unlivable with Jason RantzSeattle radio host Jason Rantz (https://jasonrantz.com) has witnessed firsthand how the governing policies of large, liberal-run cities have left chaos reigning. Stores closed due to rampant theft. The mentally ill, homeless and addicted left to ravage the streets and harass residents and visitors. The graft of local governments, who are latched onto the teat of government and pour billions into ineffective programs that only create more misery. It's all the subject of his new book, What’s Killing America: Inside the Radical Left's Tragic Destruction of Our Cities. Today, Jason joins Victoria to talk about the mayhem un...
2023-11-0333 min
The Adult in the RoomIn the Shadow of the Singularity: The Coming AI Reckoning with Special Guest Joe AllenVictoria is joined on the program by author & journalist Joe Allen, whose latest book "DARK ÆON: Transhumanism and the War Against Humanity" examines both the physical and metaphysical dangers humanity faces as we stand at the precipice of artificial general intelligence. Allen believes the transhumanist movement seeks not only to leap headfirst into critically dangerous technology, but to supplant all faith and belief with themselves as a new pantheon to a new generation of intelligent machines. What are the risks, and how can we mitigate them?
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2023-09-2650 min
The Adult in the RoomInto the Deep End: Navigating Seattle's Underbelly with Independent Journalist Jonathan ChoeJonathan Choe first made waves in Seattle as the lead reporter with the city's ABC affiliate, KOMO-4. After being unceremoniously booted via "hecklers veto," Choe struck out on his own, bringing his online audience uncensored, unfiltered, accurate presentations of what life is really like on the streets of Seattle, from violent activism to homelessness to the drug epidemic. Join Jonathan and Victoria as they take you inside some of his most notable recent stories and examine why the Emerald City is sliding ever further into decline.
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2023-07-2856 min
The Adult in the Room¡Por Cuba Libre!: Experiencing American Liberty & Preserving the Dream of a Free Cuba with Yoel and MariIn modern times, Americans sometimes take for granted the blessings of liberty that have been purchased for us both at the negotiating table and on the battlefield. On this special Independence Day episode of The Adult in the Room Podcast, Victoria welcomes a pair of very special guests.
Mari, a citizen of the US, grew up as a child of the Cuban Diaspora and returned to her homeland to become one of the first Instagram influencers in Cuba. She documented her adventures with her family and her fiancé Yoel, showing both the beauty and darkness of life i...
2023-07-0458 min
The Adult in the RoomEmancipated?: Progressive Perpetuation of the Slave Mentality with Vince Everett EllisonAuthor & documentarian Vince Everett Ellison grew up the child of sharecroppers on a cotton plantation in Tennessee, but his father worked hard to build a successful businesses that brought his family out of poverty and squarely into the middle class. He sees now in Black Americans a worrying lack of that same initiative, and he suspects a number of factors are responsible: A lack of religious faith. Promotion of gratuitous sex and violence as a cultural lifestyle. But, most of all, a wider plot among the progressive left to promote the notion that institutional racism is an inescapable fact...
2023-05-261h 04
The Adult in the RoomThe Homeless Industrial Complex and its War on Self-Respect with Kevin DahlgrenThe US is suffering from a homelessness epidemic. In major cities across the nation, citizens and police are dealing with spikes in overdose, thefts, violent crime, and unsafe conditions.On this very special edition of The Adult in the Room, Victoria is joined by Kevin Dahlgren, an expert in the fields of homelessness and substance abuse and a community organizer for several advocacy groups who believes two major factors are making the problem worse: drug & alcohol addiction, and the validation of homelessness as a life path by progressive groups who see capitalism as the root of the problem and...
2023-05-1556 min
The Adult in the RoomFed Up: The Strange Case of Ray Epps with Darren BeattieThe riots at the Capitol on January 6, 2021 will forever be a controversial, embarrassing, and disturbing mark on American politics and a sign of the disintegration of civility between both sides of the aisle. But are the right people being held responsible for the mayhem that day? Darren Beattie of Revolver.News joins the program to discuss Ray Epps, an individual many believe to be directly responsible for helping whip the agitated crowd into a frenzy that day, instigating one of the most infamous days of civil unrest in modern history. Why has Epps not faced charges for his prominent...
2023-03-021h 02
The Adult in the RoomThe Weaponization of Loneliness with Special Guest Stella MorabitoAuthor and journalist Stella Morabito's new book, The Weaponization of Loneliness: How Tyrants Stoke Our Fear of Isolation to Silence, Divide, and Conquer examines the various ways governments, corporations, peer groups and educational institutions use our natural fear of separation and isolation from others to enforce conformity and submission to authority. She joins this episode to talk about the concept, the historical science behind groupthink and mob psychology, and how fearless free speech can combat it.
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West Coast, Messed Coast™: Nancy and Paul's Latest Exquisitely Timed Stock Move Inspires the PELOSI Ac...
2023-02-0342 min
The Adult in the RoomRacing to Mediocrity: Virginia's War on Merit with Asra Q. Nomani & Shawnna YasharThis past December, Thomas Jefferson High School for Science & Technology -- a STEAM-centric magnet high school in Fairfax County, Virginia -- made waves after it was revealed that students who had been recognized by the National Merit Scholar program as Commended Students and Semifinalists had not been notified of the awards, costing them precious opportunities for early college admission, scholarships and more. Two parents of affected students, Shawnna Yashar and Asra Q. Nomani, decided to dig deeper and discovered TJ was ground zero for a systemic failure that has its roots in the so-called "equity" movement. Now it's been...
2023-01-2834 min
The Adult in the RoomMile High Mistakes: The Colorado Voter Controversy & Cover-Up with Special Guests Mike Davis & J. Christian AdamsIn the first segment of this episode of The Adult in the Room, the Article III Project's Mike Davis joins for a brief update on the classified documents found inside Joe Biden's various properties, why they differ from the similar situation with former President Trump.
Then, in our second segment, J. Christian Adams of the Public Interest Legal Foundation and the US Commission on Civil Rights joins the show to talk about a developing story out of the state of Colorado, in which "motor voter" laws resulted in a substantial number of registrations going out to non-citizens...
2023-01-2047 min
The Adult in the RoomThe Twitter Files with Special Guests John D. Trudel & Maj. Gen. Paul E. Vallely, US Army (Ret.)Twitter majority owner and CEO Elon Musk, working with some of the web's most respected independent journalists, has released a flood of new information with regards to the company's internal content moderation policies, revealing for the first time the true extent of employee efforts to suppress speech it deemed inappropriate to the platform. Special guests John D. Trudel & retired Major General Paul E. Vallely join the program to talk about the first series of releases and how Twitter's manipulation of the info stream -- from so-called "shadow banning" to outright deletion of tweets & accounts -- influenced the 2020 election cycle...
2022-12-1658 min
The Adult in the RoomKiev Indomitable with Pastor Anatoly KaluzhnyPastor Anatoly Kaluzhny returns as winter settles over eastern Europe. Russia's strike on Ukraine, which they predicted would last weeks at the most, has now dragged on for over 10 months. Thousands of lives have been lost or irrevocably changed on both sides of the line and Russia is allegedly so desperate for troops that they are press-ganging random civilians. Questions have arisen in the wake of FTX's collapse about the financial aid being sent to Ukraine, with many wondering whether the Ukrainian leaders are really any better than the Russian oligarchs who started the conflict. And in the middle a...
2022-12-031h 17
The Adult in the RoomVisit Scenic CENSORED Beach: Oregon's Half-Baked Anti-Gun Crusade with Kevin Starrett & Bill KirkThe state of Oregon has passed one of the most onerous, convoluted & infringing collections of anti-gun laws of this generation, and nearly everyone -- from libertarians to socialists and every possible coordinate of reason in-between -- is furious. Kevin Starrett of the Oregon Firearms Federation and Bill Kirk from Washington Gun Law join the program today to talk about just how bad this hodgepodge of bad legislation really is, and what can possibly be done about it.
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West Coast, Messed Coast™ 2022 Midterm Election Edition: California Does the Unthinkable
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2022-11-1853 min
The Adult in the RoomVOTOPSY 2022: The Midterms and the Next Steps with Special Guests Chris Queen & J. Christian AdamsChris Queen & J. Christian Adams join Victoria for a special look at the aftermath of the 2022 midterms, in which the anticipated "red tsunami" failed to materialize. But not all is lost for Republicans, as the midterms also served as the coming-out party for Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, whose obliteration of former Governor Charlie Crist and the dominance of his endorsed candidates have drawn both excitement from conservative voters and the ire of former President Donald Trump. Plus, discussion about the much smoother election count -- except for Maricopa County, Arizona -- and Brian Kemp's success in Georgia even as...
2022-11-1053 min
The Adult in the RoomSurviving in the Post-Constitutional World with Special Guest Ron ColemanAttorney Ron Coleman has a stellar reputation for defending intellectual property and free speech through his New York-area firm. Now, he's taking on the collusion between big tech and the US government, a partnership that he believes has enabled civil liberty violations by the feds under the protection of a private umbrella. He also gives his thoughts on Elon Musk's purchase of Twitter, and why he thinks it's a game-changer for free speech.
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Behold the Democrats' Closing Argument for the 2022 Midterm Election
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2022-11-0441 min
The Adult in the RoomHow to Put Out an Electoral Fire with Special Guest J. Christian AdamsJ. Christian Adams is the President and General Counsel of the Public Interest Legal Foundation, a contributor to the Federalist Society, and a former member of the Department of Justice. Today, he joins Victoria to talk about the ramifications of both previous and upcoming elections -- how elections represent our American values, why he believes early and mail-in voting is problematic for election integrity, and why cultural concerns should be so deeply considered when you go to the polls. Plus, enjoy a sneak peek at the next releases from Flamingo Audiobooks!
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2022-09-301h 07
The Adult in the RoomJust One Fix: San Francisco's Drug Crisis with Special Guest Erica SandbergJournalist, author, speaker & strategist Erica Sandberg is best known for giving sound and practical financial guidance to readers & viewers. But more than a personal finance expert, she's a resident of San Francisco. She has seen for herself the escalating issues with the city's homeless population, especially in its Tenderloin neighborhood, which has rapidly devolved into a modern skid row. The culprit? Easy accessibility to drugs. So she went undercover to three facilities where local addicts can get supplies for their habits, ostensibly for the benefit of public health. What she found there shocked her, and it will probably shock y...
2022-09-0341 min
The Adult in the RoomUnreasonable: The Raid of Mar-A-Lago with the Article III Project's Mike DavisThe Article III Project's Mike Davis rejoins the program to discuss the biggest news story in the political sphere right now, the FBI raid of and seizure of documents from former President Donald Trump's home at the Mar-A-Lago Club resort in Palm Beach, Florida. Mike gives detailed analysis of the unprecedented steps taken in the ongoing government investigation of the former President, and talks about why he believes the raid was not allowable under current law, nor was it justified.
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2022-08-2337 min
The Adult in the RoomLove Thy Body: A Conversation with Professor Nancy Pearcey - Part 2In this special 2-part series, Victoria chats with Professor Nancy Pearcey about the cultural shift over the last decade regarding what had previously been considered settled philosophies regarding sex and gender. Why are teens and young adults seeking out radical, irreversible alterations to their bodies? Is our culture gaslighting young people into believing they have severe gender dysphoria when they are actually experiencing normal changes and discomfort due to adolescence and adulthood?
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Nancy Pearcey is the author of Love Thy Body: Answering Hard Questions about Life and Sexuality. Her earlier...
2022-08-1927 min
The Adult in the RoomLove Thy Body: A Conversation with Professor Nancy Pearcey - Part 1In this special 2-part series, Victoria chats with Professor Nancy Pearcey about the cultural shift over the last decade regarding what had previously been considered settled philosophies regarding sex and gender. Why are teens and young adults seeking out radical, irreversible alterations to their bodies? Is our culture gaslighting young people into believing they have severe gender dysphoria when they are actually experiencing normal changes and discomfort due to adolescence and adulthood?
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2022-08-1241 min
The Adult in the RoomWatergate at 50 with Special Guest Geoff Shepard - Part 2Our chat with author & attorney Geoff Shepard continues to the publication of the infamous Pentagon Papers. How did publication of the papers lead to Nixon's prosecution and ultimate resignation? Why were the so-called "Plumbers" ordered to discredit leaker Daniel Ellsberg? And who did their contents really damage the most?
Plus, we chat with PJ Media contributor Matt Margolis about this past week's primaries and what they signal for this fall's midterm elections, as well as his thoughts on the January 6 Commission & Liz Cheney.
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2022-08-051h 19
The Adult in the RoomWatergate at 50 with Special Guest Geoff Shepard - Part 1Author, lecturer and attorney Geoff Shepard was a young lawyer working in the White House when the infamous Watergate break-in occurred. That act of political espionage led to the resignation of Richard Nixon as President, but was that really necessary? Was the evidence of Nixon's knowledge of the break-in fabricated to orchestrate a coup ahead of the next election? Shepard believes the signs point to "yes." In this first of two episodes, Shepard examines the timeline of the break-in, who was most likely behind it, and why he believes the evidence has never been thoroughly investigated.
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2022-07-2946 min
The Adult in the RoomCider Rioters? The Portland Patriot Prayer Trials and the Acquittal of Joey Gibson with Special Guests James Buchal and Dillon HarrisFirst up on this episode of The Adult in the Room, Pennsylvania gun attorney Dillon Harris joins the program to discuss the Clarence Thomas-penned decision in New York State Rifle & Pistol Assn. v. Bruen, which declared "May Issue" regulations on carry permits to be unconstitutional, and its repercussions for firearm limitation laws throughout the country.
Then, attorney and former Multnomah County GOP Chair James Buchal joins to discuss the acquittal of Joey Gibson, the founder of the right-wing activist group Patriot Prayer who was on trial for his alleged role in a massive, violent brawl that broke...
2022-07-2348 min
The Adult in the RoomThe Penitent's Playbook with Special Guest Coach Joe Kennedy & First Liberty Institute's Jeremy DysOn this special Independence Day edition of the podcast, Victoria speaks with Coach Joe Kennedy, who prevailed in the landmark Kennedy v. Bremerton School District case in the US Supreme Court. Hear Coach Kennedy recount, in his own words, how he felt when he heard the verdict, and why being able to return to his job is so important to him. Kennedy's legal counsel Jeremy Dys of the First Liberty Institute also joins the program to talk about the ramifications of the decision and what the next steps are now the the court has affirmed Coach Kennedy's right to...
2022-07-0421 min
The Adult in the RoomJudgment Day: The Dobbs Decision and the End of Civility Part II with Special Guest Mike Davis of the Article III ProjectThe Article III Project's Mike Davis returns to discuss the biggest story from the Supreme Court docket, the Dobbs decision. Roe v. Wade is now overturned, and chaos has been unleashed. Churches, pregnancy centers and the justices themselves are being targeted for violence and mayhem. Mike gives a rundown on what the ruling actually means, and why he believes Attorney General Merrick Garland needs to be ousted as soon as possible.
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2022-06-2936 min
The Adult in the RoomA Polite Society: The Supreme Court and the Supremacy of "Shall Issue" with William Kirk of Washington Gun LawAttorney William Kirk joins Victoria on an historic week for the US Supreme Court to talk about the OTHER landmark case decided this week, the striking down of New York's "May Issue" policy for concealed weapon permits, which requires applicants to show cause to receive a carry license. Plus, a discussion of so-called "red flag" laws, and how they might help or hinder efforts to keep our kids safe from violence.
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After Two Cops Are Murdered, Gascon Cynically Invokes Willie Horton to Justify Criminal-Friendly Policies
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2022-06-2536 min
The Adult in the RoomEverybody Loves a Circus with Special Guest Julie KellyJulie Kelly of American Greatness joins the program to talk about the media bonanza that is the January 6 hearings, the riot's connections with the entrapment op involving a supposed attempt to kidnap Michigan governor Gretchen Witch-- er, WHITmer, and where the criminal cases connected to the riot currently stand.
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BLM Protester Hit by Car While Blocking a Busy Seattle Freeway Sues the Last Bunch You'd Expect
American Airlines Stranded Thousands of Travelers Before Making Its Latest Announcement
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2022-06-2232 min
The Adult in the RoomJudgment Day: The Dobbs Decision and the End of Civility with Special Guest Mike Davis of the Article III ProjectAt any moment, the US Supreme Court is poised to render its decision on Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, a critical case which created chaos when an alleged draft majority opinion by Justice Samuel Alito was leaked to the public in early May. The Article III Project's Mike Davis joins the program to talk the forecast outcome of the case, and what sort of impact it will or won't have for abortion rights in the US.
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2022-06-1632 min
The Adult in the RoomLifestyles of the Rich & Defamous: Inside Johnny Depp v. Amber Heard with Nate the LawyerNate Broady, better known to his online followers as "Nate the Lawyer," is one of YouTube's most popular and entertaining legal commenters. And like much of "LawTube," he was riveted by the bizarre spectacle of the Johnny Depp v. Amber Heard defamation trial. In one corner, a moody & volatile actor/musician with multiple blockbuster franchises under his belt, accused of vile acts of spousal abuse. In the other, his former ingénue ex with it-girl looks and a documented mean streak. Nate breaks down the trial and explains why it was so divisive and important to the future of t...
2022-06-0939 min
The Adult in the RoomKiev Resilient with Pastor Anatoly KaluzhnyPastor Anatoly Kaluzhny returns with an update from Kiev! After 100 days of fighting in opposition to Russia's attempt to forcefully annex the Donbas region of Ukraine, the nation continues to stand strong with the support of Western allies and - crucially - its neighbors in the former Soviet Bloc, all of whom know that if Ukraine falls, they could be next. Hear in his own words what life is like for Anatoly and his family as they continue to resist Russia's aggression and deliver the message of Christ's love.
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2022-06-0745 min
The Adult in the RoomConcoctions & Convictions: The Washington State Prison Experiment Scandal with Glen MorganThis week, We The Governed's Glen Morgan joins the program to talk about a shocking investigation he's been covering into newly-uncovered documents detailing disturbing medical experiments conducted on inmates at Washington State Penitentiary in Walla Walla, and why governor Jay Inslee is trying to hush it all up.
Plus, a follow-up interview with last episode's guest, Jake Lang, with some updates on the status of his case and a deeper look at his motivations for his actions in DC.
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Durham: The Case of Hillary's Accused Lying Lawyer Goes to D.C. Jury
2022-06-051h 04
The Adult in the Room"This Is Me" - Jake Lang in His Own WordsSomething a little different for this episode of the Adult in the Room. Victoria fills everyone in on her work covering the Durham Probe for PJ Media. Then, a discussion of what inspired her to embrace conservatism, question the media, and why exactly she does everything she does.
Then, an interesting interview: Jake Lang is a young New Yorker who is currently jailed in Virginia, awaiting trial in 2023 for his role in the January 6th riot on the Capitol grounds. Is he a patriotic citizen journalist who genuinely want that day to petition his government? Or is...
2022-05-281h 00
The Adult in the RoomBroken Windows & Broken Trust: Seattle's Policing ProblemOn this episode, we'll examine the fallout from the leaked SCOTUS decision that could overturn Roe v Wade, as well as the radical steps some pro-choice protestors have taken in response to the leak.
Then, we turn our attention to Seattle, which continues to descend into dystopia as police officers walk away from their jobs or are fired for their healthcare choices. One local business owner has seen firsthand the consequences, having been burglarized 4 times since he opened. Now, he's turning to an unlikely source of protection: neighborhood drug dealers.
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2022-05-1034 min
The Adult in the RoomDOUBLEPLUSUNGOOD: America's New Ministry of Truth PLUS Kennedy v. Bremerton School District with Jeremy DysElon Musk's agreement to buy Twitter has caused the leftist literati to melt down en masse, prompting the Biden Administration to appoint a "Disinformation Czar" -- ostensibly to combat internet-based "fake news" that germinates into real-world violence. But is its true purpose to push the Democrats' agenda despite Musk's promise to return Twitter to a politically-neutral free speech zone?
Plus, we take a special look at the case of Coach Joseph Kennedy, who was fired from his job with a high school in Bremerton, Washington for praying by himself on the 50-yard-line after games. Now, the case...
2022-05-021h 18
The Adult in the Room"Shut Up," They Explained: The Leftist Heckler's Veto with Stacey "Sister Toldjah" MatthewsRedState contributor Stacey "Sister Toldjah" Matthews joins the program to talk about Taylor Lorenz' vendetta against the LibsOfTikTok account, which has gained a substantial following simply by letting leftist radicals speak for themselves. Hear about the backlash against the Washington Post and the fallout from Lorenz doxxing the person who ran the account.
PLUS: The last sane Democrat in San Francisco, and a free speech event is cancelled due to -- you guessed it -- unprovoked violence.
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The Leftist Media Is Unglued Over Possible Elon Musk 'Free Speech' Twitter Takeover
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2022-04-2242 min
The Adult in the RoomGo Woke...Go Broke! Comics' Identity (Politics) Crisis with Chuck DixonChuck Dixon is one of comics' most acclaimed and prolific writers, having worked on characters including Marvel's Punisher and DC's Batman & related books. Now, he's struck out on his own as an independent creator, and he has a lot to say about what led him to that path: identity politics being crammed into entertainment. Hear his theories on why the US publishers are losing audiences, despite superheroes dominating the box office.
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2022-04-0844 min
The Adult in the RoomWheeler's Folly: How Coddling ANTIFA Set the Rose City Ablaze with Jen LohIn August of 2021, Jen Loh helped organize a conservative rally in Portland, and discovered why many on her side of the aisle consider it "enemy territory." ANTIFA militants assaulted the rally, throwing bricks, setting off explosives and attempting to mow down attendees with vehicles. And where were the police? Nowhere to be found, per the orders of mayor Ted Wheeler. Now, Jen & her fellow attendees are suing the City of Portland, the Multnomah County DA and the Mayor for their roles in putting the lives of locals & visitors alike at risk by allowing ANTIFA to turn Portland into a...
2022-04-0255 min
The Adult in the RoomEthics, Honor & Orders: The Navy SEALs Lawsuit with Justin Butterfield of First Liberty InstituteJustin Butterfield is Deputy General Counsel with First Liberty Institute, a legal defense organization that protects the First Amendment rights of religious liberty. One of their biggest cases to date is currently making its way through the US federal court system as a group of Navy SEALS is suing after years of their religious objections to certain medical procedures have been denied, apparently as a matter of policy. Now, many of them are facing an ultimatum: submit, or lose your rank, your benefits, and even the money you've already been paid. Justing discusses the latest on the case and...
2022-03-2427 min
The Adult in the RoomTexas or Bust with Kirby WilburConservative radio host and former Seattle resident Kirby Wilbur joins Victoria to talk about life since moving to the Lone Star State! Wilbur is now a real estate agent and part of Conservative Move, an agency dedicated to helping right-leaning folks escape from the left coast and other liberal strongholds. Listen in as he talks about his own motivations for relocating, and why he thinks you should consider doing the same if you're in a similar situation.
Plus, the New York Times finally catches up with the rest of the world on Hunter Biden's laptop, and Ted...
2022-03-1942 min
The Adult in the RoomKiev Defiant with Pastor Anatoly Kaluzhny + Interview with ANTIFA, Part TwoPastor Anatoly Kaluzhny returns with an update from the heart of Kiev as Russian forces close in around that great city. Anatoly discusses his current situation, the plight of his congregation and neighbors a few weeks into the invasion, expresses his frustration with the West's response to Russia's aggression, and gives details on his own plans should he be forced to take up arms in defense of his country.
PLUS: Part two of Victoria's interview with Portland ANTIFA member "John," including a discussion about what exactly is a "fascist."
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2022-03-122h 01
The Adult in the RoomInterview with ANTIFA, Part OneNever let it be said that Victoria Taft would shy away from a debate. She's joined by "John," a member of the Portland "anti-fascist" (there's a difference?) community who takes issue with the reporting surrounding a recent shooting that cost one local activist her life. He describes what he saw on the scene there, as well as what he believes to be the root of the conflict and who he feels to be most culpable.
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Exclusive: Kyiv Pastor Stays With His People Amid Bombing, Predicts a Soviet-Style Takeover of the Church
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2022-03-051h 04
The Adult in the RoomStand or Fall: In Defense of America, Ukraine & the Family with Special Guest Joe KentOn this packed episode of The Adult in the Room, you'll hear the latest message from Pastor Anatoly Kaluzhny, who gives an update on the rapidly deteriorating situation in Kiev.
We hear from Julie Barrett, founder of Conservative Ladies of Washington, who shares a chilling personal story about how a Washington state shelter for at-risk youth used Seattle's Children's Hospital to try to seize guardianship of her teen daughter, the legal battle that ensued, and how it nearly cost the young girl her life. Julie also talks about pending legislation that could make such proceedings even easier...
2022-02-251h 06
The Adult in the RoomSPECIAL REPORT: Awaiting Leviathan - Ukraine on the Eve of Invasion with Pastor Anatoly KaluzhnyUkrainian Pastor Anatoly Kaluzhny joins the program from the nation's capital of Kiev to discuss the looming threat from Russia and its President, Vladimir Putin. Kaluzhny gives some background on the history of the nation since the fall of the Soviet Union, as well as Russia's continued aggression and Putin's seeming imperial ambitions. But perhaps most importantly, he gives a plea to both the Western nations and his neighbors in the former Bloc to show their support for Ukraine and opposition toward Russia's belligerence.
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2022-02-2229 min
The Adult in the RoomTo Serve & Respect: Overcoming Bigotry, Controversy & Adversity with Officer Brandon TatumAuthor, activist, commentator and former Tucson Police officer Brandon Tatum is a strong supporter of law & order. Today, he joins the program to discuss the origins of the modern tendency toward civil unrest, criminality, and hatred toward our fellow man. He gives his thoughts on the recent tragic killings & assaults of innocent people by individuals who should have already been in criminal or medical custody, and how liberal criminal justice policies only serve to encourage this behavior. Plus, he discusses his recent appearance on Tim Pool's live webcast, during which Pool's studio was SWATted and Tatum helped keep those...
2022-01-2856 min
The Adult in the RoomThe Copyright Crunch with Jennifer Van LaarContent producers from journalists to filmmakers to musicians are having their works hijacked. Not by pirates sailing the digital waters of the Deep Web, but by some of the largest and most powerful internet corporations on the planet. RedState managing editor Jennifer Van Laar returns to the program to discuss the issue. She also gives her thoughts on the killing of LA shop worker Brianna Kupfer, as well as abuse of proxy voting rules by members of Congress.
Plus, Victoria has some choice words for the COVID Karens.
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2022-01-2139 min
The Adult in the RoomThe Current Events Grab Bag with Mark GriffithFormer radio show host, columnist and friend of the show Mark Griffith joins the program to talk a wide variety of topics, from the Virus of Unnamed Origin to how the treatment of concerned parents by school boards is directly related to the January 6 Capitol riots. Mark & Victoria even find time to chat about some music at the end of the show. Download the episode now!
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Zuckerberg's 'Report for America' Is a Media Take Over Dressed Up as Philanthropy
Washington Governor's Feeble Attempt to be a Tough Guy on Political Speech Is Hilariously...
2022-01-1554 min
The Adult in the RoomThe Reality of 1-6-21 with Special Guest Nick SearcyActor Nick Searcy (Fried Green Tomatoes, The Shape of Water, FX's Justified) was present on January 6, 2021 when a speech by then-President Trump and a peaceful protest erupted into mayhem as agitators broke in to the United States Capitol. In the new documentary film Capitol Punishment, Searcy and director Chris Burgard look at what happened the day of the violence, but also what happened after, as federal law enforcement began arresting dozens upon dozens of attendees of the rally, including many who did not participate in the siege. Searcy shares his own observations from that day, as well as why...
2022-01-0845 min
The Adult in the RoomThe Reality of 1/6/21 with Special Guest Nick SearcyActor Nick Searcy (Fried Green Tomatoes, The Shape of Water, FX's Justified) was present on January 6, 2021 when a speech by then-President Trump and a peaceful protest erupted into mayhem as agitators broke in to the United States Capitol. In the new documentary film Capitol Punishment, Searcy and director Chris Burgard look at what happened the day of the violence, but also what happened after, as federal law enforcement began arresting dozens upon dozens of attendees of the rally, including many who did not participate in the siege. Searcy shares his own observations from that day, as well as why...
2022-01-0745 min
The Adult in the RoomGhislaine Maxwell: Inside the Trial with Joe Nierman, Host of “Good Lawgic”CONTENT WARNING: This episode of the Adult in the Room podcast includes frank discussion of criminal sexual acts against minors that may be disturbing. Listener discretion is advised.
New York attorney Joe Nierman, host of the Good Lawgic YouTube channel, spent a month in a courtroom as an observer for one of the most closely-watched trials so far this decade, the sex trafficking case against Jeffrey Epstein’s girlfriend and majordomo, British socialite Ghislaine Maxwell. Nierman takes us inside the witness and victim testimony, the physical evidence, and his experience being inside the media circus. He also ta...
2022-01-011h 19
The Adult in the RoomIn Defense of Defense with Nate the LawyerNate Broady, better known to his online followers as "Nate the Lawyer," has found himself part of many aspects of legal and court procedure, from working as a law enforcement officer to practicing law as both a prosecutor and defense attorney, and as well as being a law school lecturer and respected analyst. Today, he joins the program to discuss two high-profile cases: the Rittenhouse trial, as well as the shooting death of Ahmaud Arbery. He gives his thoughts on all the attorneys involved, why the different situations produced different verdicts, and his advice on what exactly you should...
2021-12-1047 min
The Adult in the RoomBaldwin on Baldwin with Special Guest Adam BaldwinWhen actor and noted liberal activist Alec Baldwin accidentally shot and killed the cinematographer and injured the director of a low-budget western he was producing, the questions immediately began: How did an apparent live round get inside the gun? Were safety protocols ignored? How experienced were the gun wranglers? Now, he's begun speaking out about the incident, and is insisting that the tragedy wasn’t his fault, even though the gun was in his hands, loaded by a crew he hired on a production he was bankrolling.
Actor Adam Baldwin (an extremely distant but negligible relation) has a...
2021-12-0840 min
The Adult in the RoomSPECIAL REPORT: Kyle Rittenhouse • Justice in the Digital Age with Nick RekietaAttorney Nick Rekieta and his crew of legal commentators rose to massive prominence during the Kyle Rittenhouse trial with their unique blend of insightful live analysis and Mystery Science Theater-style riffing. Rekieta joins the show to talk about the sudden popularity of his live streams, the absurdity of the prosecutors' behavior during the trial, and what Rittenhouse and his legal team should do next to get properly compensated for his defamation and to protect future defendants from prosecutorial abuse.
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2021-11-2743 min
The Adult in the RoomSPECIAL REPORT: Kyle Rittenhouse • Video Vindication / The Acquittal with Kenny Hitt & Kurt SchlichterKyle Rittenhouse is a free man after his acquittal on murder charges this past Friday. Adult In The Room's producer, Kenny Hitt, joins the program to help dissect the controversial "Hocus Pocus Out of Focus" video introduced by the prosecution, and to talk about why bad practices with video evidence could bite both prosecutors and defendants.
Then, the one and only Kurt Schlichter returns to give his always-lively thoughts on the trial, its repercussions for self-defense cases in America, and the prosecutors' ethics (or lack thereof).
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2021-11-241h 34
The Adult in the RoomSPECIAL REPORT: Kyle Rittenhouse • Day of Judgment with Andrew BrancaThe Law of Self-Defense's Andrew Branca joins this special edition of The Adult in the Room. The jury has convened to begin deliberations after one of the most bizarre and controversial courtroom dramas in recent memory: the murder trial of Kyle Rittenhouse. Andrew gives his thoughts on the decision to put Rittenhouse on the stand, how effective he feels both sides' closing arguments are, and why the judge made a wise call in getting rid of the weapons charges against him.
Buy The Law of Self-Defense: The Indispensable Guide for the Armed Citizen by Andrew Branca on...
2021-11-1629 min
The Adult in the RoomWhen Life Hands You Lemons... with Karl BrauerKarl Brauer of iSeeCars.com is the guest today for a deep dive into how the current supply chain mishaps are affecting the sales & prices of both new and used cars in this country. Could this lead to a new crisis in the auto industry?
Plus, a hip-hop ode to the "Let's Go Brandon" chant tops the charts despite censorship by Google, Dan Bongino is MIA after speaking out about his station's vaccine mandate, Portland students have a walkout in support of a vaccine mandate, and an activist rounded up as part of the January 6 investigation speaks...
2021-11-021h 03
The Adult in the RoomA Matter of Control with Todd Herman & Dr. Chris RakeOn today's edition of The Adult in the Room Podcast, Victoria welcomes two guests with a lot to say about mandates, government control and freedom. First up is radio host Todd Herman, who also gives his thoughts and memories of working with the late, great Rush Limbaugh. Then, she welcomes Dr. Chris Rake, an anesthesiologist with UCLA Medical Center who was recently escorted from his workplace for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine.
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West Coast, Messed Coast: It's Hammer Time
Twitter Censors Obit of Washington Woman Who Died From Covid ... Vaccine
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2021-10-1549 min
The Adult in the RoomPotpourri from the Peach State with Stacey LennoxPJ Media's Stacey Lennox joins the program, and she has a lot to say about a lot of things, including parental choice in education curriculum, the continuing legal fallout from the January 6 Capitol riots, media fear-mongering driving political division & strife, and Trump's recent interference in Georgia's political process.
Check out Stacey's work at PJ Media, and join her on the Loftus Party Podcast with comedian Michael Loftus!
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West Coast, Messed Coast: The Secular Taliban Wins
DeSantis Orders Biden to Keep His Federal School Board Cops Out of Florida
Now the...
2021-10-0853 min
The Adult in the RoomDouble Secret ProbationPass the vinaigrette, because General Mark Milley is tossing a word salad worthy of Delta House as he's grilled by Congress over the disastrous pullout from Afghanistan.
Plus, useful idiot (she's legally an adult, so don't even start) Greta Thunberg whines before a global warming handshake party masquerading as a conference about how we're all eating meat and how people in the Sahara are using air conditioning, but her arguments are anything but verbose.
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It Gets Worse: Look Who Worked Together to Frame Donald Trump With Fake Russia Hoax
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2021-10-0128 min
The Adult in the RoomElectile Dysfunction with Kurt SchlichterAuthor, veteran, columnist and attorney Kurt Schlichter returns, as cantankerously as always, to discuss the aftermath of the California recall, why accusations of widespread fraud are ridiculous, and why -- despite his conservatism -- he has no desire to leave the Golden State. He also gives his thoughts on the disastrous pullout from Afghanistan, as well as the current generation of military leadership and why he's recommending that young people not join the military.
PLUS: Victoria gets her California ballot -- despite not living there in over a year -- and another Trump conspiracy theory goes up...
2021-09-2447 min
The Adult in the RoomTotal Recall with Jennifer Van LaarThe recall is over, and unfortunately Gavin Newsom has managed to hang on to his seat as California governor. Red State's Jennifer Van Laar joins the program to talk the post-mortem...what went wrong? What went right? And will California ever manage to get itself free from under the treads of the Democrat party machine?
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2021-09-1635 min
The Adult in the RoomYou Can't Make an Omelette...Joe Biden isn't hiding his motives anymore: "This is not about freedom or personal choice," he said while announcing his unconstitutional, unenforceable plan to force employers to vaccinate their staff or face heavy fines from the Department of Labor. But could that cause more problems than it potentially solves?
Plus, it's judgment day for Gavin Newsom, as opposition frontrunner Larry Elder, an African-American, is attacked by a white person in a gorilla mask and somehow that isn't racist, because reasons.
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Joe Biden's 9/11 Legacy: Treating Terrorists Better Than the American People
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2021-09-1445 min
The Adult in the RoomThe Clock is TickingRetired Marines Scott Huesing & Mike Rosen join the program to give their thoughts on the Afghanistan withdrawal fiasco, including the deaths of 13 US warriors and Joe Biden's inexcusable behavior when their remains arrived home. Learn who they believe benefits the most from the retreat, and their own personal feelings as veterans seeing their work come to naught.
PLUS: Teachers are busted discussing on video their intention to radicalize public school students!
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2021-09-041h 16
The Adult in the RoomPDX Under Siege with Andy NgôIndependent journalist Andy Ngô rejoins the program to talk about Portland's descent into mayhem in the past few weeks, with ANTIFA & the Proud Boys turning parts of the city into a warzone and citizens & journalists caught in the middle, often finding themselves targets for violence and intimidation. Andy discusses the city's recent attitude toward ANTIFA and why they are becoming increasingly aggressive through the summer.
PLUS: We discuss the increasingly draconian policies being used to pressure people into getting vaccinated, including a bizarre questionnaire given to a hesitant health care worker to force them to "prove" their r...
2021-08-2654 min
The Adult in the RoomFailure is Now an Option? • The Afghanistan Debacle with Major General Paul Vallely (Ret.)No one wanted or expected our troops to remain forever in Afghanistan, but the sudden pullout of US forces this week has led to a country in chaos, swiftly reconquered by the terrorist insurgents America and her allies spent 20 years trying to eradicate. Who's to blame, and can the disaster be salvaged? Retired US Army Major General Paul Vallely joins the show to examine the situation and share his thoughts.
PLUS: "Do no harm," unless your transplant patient refuses a vaccination?
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West Coast, Messed Coast Wrap-Up: Who's the Bigger Tyrant?
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2021-08-2148 min
The Adult in the RoomA Lack of Class from "The Lost Class"We're joined by author, economist & commentator John Lott, who was invited to speak at what he and others were told was an elaborate graduation for an online high school in Las Vegas, only to find out the entire setup was just a marketing ploy by a Madison Avenue agency on behalf of anti-gun groups, which edited his remarks to appear callous and dismissive toward victims of gun violence.
Plus, one Capitol riot arrestee demands venue change because he believes he can't get a fair trial in DC, and a coda regarding the Mike Strickland Case!
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2021-07-161h 02
The Adult in the RoomReminiscence & Recovery: Service & What Comes Next with Tom SauerFormer Navy EOD specialist Tom Sauer recently caught a great deal of Twitter attention after a Memorial Day thread posted in tribute to those he served with. Today, he joins Victoria on this very special edition of The Adult in the Room Podcast to talk about his service and coping with the loss of several of his friends over the years. Now the owner & administrator of a substance abuse counseling & recovery center in San Diego, he also discusses in-depth the health crises facing many Americans but disproportionately affecting veterans: poverty, addition, and mental illness.
Plus, Keith Olbermann...
2021-06-171h 19
The Adult in the RoomLeaving California, Part 2 with Ricky BushOn this week's episode of Leaving California, Victoria talks with Ricky Bush, a former California resident who lost everything thanks to a devastating wildfire. Learn why he blames the state government for the fire and what his life is like after relocating to the opposite coast.
Plus, Victoria chats with an Oregon mom who was treated like a criminal after demanding answers from her local school board.
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Moms Learn Lengths to Which a School Board Will Go to Silence Complaints About CRT and Masks. You'll Want to Sit Down for This...
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2021-06-1045 min
The Adult in the RoomLeaving California, Part 1 with Terry GilliamIn this first episode of a new multi-part series, Victoria talks with Terry Gilliam, a soon-to-be-former California resident who has had quite enough of the state's draconian tax codes, wokeness-first education system, and ridiculous anti-freedom laws & regulations.
Also, she talks with author John D. Trudel about their latest collaboration, an audiobook version of his high-tech supernatural spy thriller Raven's Redemption.
Plus, Biden whiffs the Pledge, ANTIFA & BLM honor the memory of George Floyd with riots, looting and murder threats, and John Cena grovels to Beijing.
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Heroic Virginia Cop Lifts Car...
2021-05-281h 11
The Adult in the RoomThe Tyranny of the Mob with Joseph HallOn May 5, Portland-area handyman Joseph Hall was traveling to a work site when he encountered a BLM/ANTIFA protest blocking the road. After exchanging words and being threatened with weapons, he was pinned to the ground and beaten within an inch of his life. He joins the program from his hospital bed to talk at length about the assault, and why he's worried his troubles may be just beginning. We'll also talk with another local resident, Mark Dickerson, who was on his way to civil court when his own vehicle was accosted by Portlandia activists who tried to frame...
2021-05-131h 14
The Adult in the RoomANTIFA Versus Mike Strickland, Part 16: The AppealMike Strickland's attorneys dissect the verdict & sentencing and try to make sense of the case as they plan his appeal, but will politics and fear stand in the way of justice?
Also, we take a look at the newest developments in the aftermath of the Chauvin trial, and the many reasons why his attorneys are demanding a retrial.
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Seattle Antifa Hate Group Threatens to Burn Down Church Over Event With Charlie Kirk
After a Year of Riots, Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler Vows to 'Take Our City Back from Antifa.' Color...
2021-05-0658 min
The Adult in the RoomANTIFA Versus Mike Strickland, Part 15: The SentenceIn this installment of ANTIFA Versus Mike Strickland, the sentence is rendered before a motley crew of freaks, anarchists, activists and slacktivists who are each craving a pound of Strickland's flesh.
Plus...Andrew Branca of The Law of Self-Defense & Legal Insurrection joins the program for a post-mortem of the Derek Chauvin case, but a deadly police-involved shooting of a raging, knife-wielding teen in Cleveland publicized just minutes before the Chauvin verdict's announcement has the left-wing Twitterati foaming at the mouth.
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Dana Loesch Asks Some Excellent and Inconvenient Questions About the Shooting of...
2021-04-221h 00
The Adult in the RoomRelative Objectivity and Knowing Your WeaponsThe shooting death of Daunte Wright has turned the Twin Cities into a powederkeg again as the Chauvin trial concludes, and James O'Keefe's Project Veritas strikes again with an exposé of a CNN tech director's admissions of bias!
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Officer Chauvin's Knee Was NOT on George Floyd's 'Neck' and 8 Other Things You Didn't Know About This Case
After Open Borders, High Crime, and Defunding Cops – Joe Chooses Now to go After Guns to Defend Ourselves
TX Rep Dan Crenshaw Suffers 'Terrifying' Medical Emergency Which May Leave Him Blind and His Haters Soulless
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2021-04-1749 min
The Adult in the RoomJudicial Rashomon in the Twin CitiesThe trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin for the death of George Floyd continues, and the defense is building a strong reasonable doubt case, from the litany of drugs in his system to another officer's bodycam that the Chief of Police says appears to show Chauvin's knee on Floyd's back, not his neck.
Plus, a Seattle lawmaker scores a hilarious self-own during a hearing on a costly green transportation plan!
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'Get Out, Nazis!'– Pastor Explodes in Righteous Anger, Kicks Out Canada's COVID Cops at 'Good Friday' Service
Violent Ri...
2021-04-0836 min
The Adult in the RoomBlack Mirror is Not a How-To GuideOn today's episode, learn about the proposed vaccination passport system that's gaining support among many, especially on the left, and its connections to China's Orwellian "social credit" scheme that penalizes citizens' finances, careers, even their ability to travel, based on rules of behavior.
PLUS: Julie Kelly of American Greatness returns to give an update on several cases related to the January 6 Capitol raid, and attorney Andrew Branca of The Law of Self-Defense & Legal Insurrection talks the trial of Officer Derek Chauvin.
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These 6 Stupendous Hoaxes Are Reasons to Give Media Narrative About 'Asian...
2021-04-051h 03
The Adult in the RoomANTIFA Versus Mike Strickland, Part 14: The VerdictIn one of the final installments of ANTIFA Versus Mike Strickland, Judge Thomas Ryan renders his verdict, and the defense comments on the railroading they experienced from the Multnomah DA.
Plus, is a wave of anti-Asian bigotry sweeping across the country, and if so, from where? Biden talks gun control and we revisit his terrible, awful, no-good, very bad advice on self-defense. And we chat with Portland attorney Jame Buchal, who is defending one of those charged in the Cider Riot fiasco.
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A Study Shows VERY FEW Capitol Hill Rioters Were QAnon R...
2021-03-251h 10
The Adult in the RoomThe Littlest "Insurrectionist" with Julie Kelly of American GreatnessJournalist Julie Kelly joins the program to talk about a worrisome case going on in DC: an 18-year-old high school senior, currently in federal custody for entering the Capitol on January 6. Did he deserve to be arrested? Is the government's response appropriate? And what's happening to him in jail?
PLUS: Harry & Meghan's whinge-fest draws big ratings, Biden's dog has anger issues, the illegal immigration flood, more COVID relief pork, the powderkeg in Milwaukee outside the Derek Chauvin trial, and more!
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Gavin Newsom Grows Desperate as the Effort to Recall Him Just Hit...
2021-03-1143 min
The Adult in the RoomANTIFA Versus Mike Strickland, Part 13: The ExpertThe defense calls its expert witness in the Mike Strickland case, but the prosecution counters with an ambush with no consequences from the judge as the verdict looms.
Plus, the disaster of HR1's "voting rights" proposals; Dick Durbin says the January 6 insurrectionists were far worse than ANTIFA, who have found their new Portland posterchild; and trouble is brewing at Buckingham Palace!
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Updated: Hasbro Appears to Panic After Announcing Mr. Potato Head Is No Longer a Mister
China Apologizes for Forcing Biden Team to Bend Over and Give Anal COVID Tests
2021-03-0557 min
The Adult in the RoomNewsom the Nuisance + The Portland Dystopia TourTOP STORIES:
Why Rush Limbaugh – That 'Harmless, Lovable, Little Fuzzball' – Was So Dangerous to the Left
Unity Watch: Democrats Introduce a Bill to Punish Trump When He Dies
A Washington State Couple Decides to Steal a GOP Election Sign And Now Somebody's Dead
'Give It a Try!' Seattle-Backed Homeless Shelter Provides Pipes to Smoke Heroin and Advice on 'Booty Bumping'
Presidential Historian Michael Beschloss Is Officially Obsessed With Senator Josh Hawley's Finger
California Democrats Plan to Use Political Tricknology to Save Governor Gavin Newsom From Recall
Tucker Carlson's 'Disinformation' Monologue Triggers the...
2021-02-251h 00
The Adult in the RoomANTIFA Versus Mike Strickland, Part 12: The AuthorityIn the newest installment of ANTIFA Versus Mike Strickland, members of the Portland Police take the stand and make some startling admissions about their role and deployment on the day Strickland pulled his gun.
Plus, Victoria remembers radio legend Rush Limbaugh and how he inspired her journey into the world of broadcasting. Plus, an exclusive interview with KTTH Radio's Jason Rantz about the bizarre choices Washington officials made when disbursing COVID relief funds.
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Rush Limbaugh Was My 'Radio Dad'
Portland's So 'Woke' That Even the Snow Plows Bow to 'Equity'
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2021-02-1845 min
The Adult in the RoomUnmasking the Far-Left with Andy NgôAndy Ngô has been wading deep in the world of ANTIFA and its kin ever since he found himself witnessing the assault on Mike Strickland in 2016. After testifying on behalf of Strickland at his trial, he became a popular voice documenting Portland's menagerie of leftist thugs. And, unfortunately, he found himself a target of their ire, culminating in a 2019 assault that left him hospitalized with a brain bleed. Ngô joins the program to talk about his new book Unmasked: Inside Antifa’s Radical Plan to Destroy Democracy. From its origins to its mission to its funding, the book examines the...
2021-02-0248 min
The Adult in the RoomANTIFA Versus Mike Strickland, Part 11: The Defense WitnessToday, Andy Ngô is a respected independent journalist known for thoroughly documenting the Portland activist scene. But when he took the stand at the Strickland trial, he was just another local who happened to get a look at Strickland's confrontation with protestors.
PLUS: The Pledge of Allegiance gets butchered, witnesses from the Capitol raid suspect well-trained paramilitary agents provoked the attack, podcasts must be woke or go broke, and more!
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Amazon Is Here for You America, as Long as Democrat Joe Biden Is in Office
By the Media's Standards, Biden Is a...
2021-01-3157 min
The Adult in the RoomANTIFA Versus Mike Strickland, Part 10: The SetupBen Kerensa takes the stand and we hear his side of what happened on that fateful day. We also get eyewitness reports from members of Portland's anarchist community who, despite their idealogical differences with Strickland, insist he was in the right.
Plus, Biden is sworn in and his VP is apparently a set of fashion plates. Victoria gets her first taste of the vortex of insanity that is QAnon. And Kellyanne Conway's daughter needs help...but what kind?
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Timeline: Trump Was Still Speaking When the Capitol Riot Began, But the Left Blamed...
2021-01-211h 07
The Adult in the RoomHow Conspiracy Nuts Derailed the Trump Administration's Final Days with Attorney Robert BarnesRobert Barnes, appellate attorney for Mike Strickland and part of Donald's Trumps electoral legal team, joins the show to talk about the chaos at the Capitol on January 6. Who was really responsible, and what was the point? How will it affect Trump's legacy, and did it undermine the legitimate concerns about problems with how the 2020 elections were managed? And was Mike Strickland's treatment a canary in the coal mine for Trump's banishment from every major online platform?
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Big Tech Silences Trump and His Supporters—Now They're Going After Parler
Big-Tech CRACKDOWN: Twitter Just Cu...
2021-01-141h 03
The Adult in the RoomSPECIAL REPORT: Chaos on the Hill - Featuring SABO + ANTIFA Versus Mike Strickland, Part 9: The TestimonyOn January 6, 2021, an historic and disturbing chapter in US history unfolded in Washington, DC. As Congress gathered to certify the Electoral College ballots and certify Joe Biden as the President-elect, hundreds of Trump supporters forced their way into the Capitol, smashing windows and furniture, looting Congressional offices, swarming the Senate chamber and assaulting Capitol police, all in an apparent attempt to disrupt the vote certification. When the dust had settled, 4 people had lost their lives, including a 14-year US Air Force vet from San Diego who had apparently been shot by a protective detail while trying to crawl past...
2021-01-071h 08
The Adult in the RoomANTIFA Versus Mike Strickland, Part 8: The TrialMike Strickland's Kafkaesque odyssey through the Multnomah County Court continues, with bizarre accusations and correlations from the prosecution.
Plus, the New York Times applauds a vindictive teen for destroying a classmate's life, Zazzle bows to the mob and gives the ANTIFA Action Figures the boot, and more election headaches!
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Here's the Most Frightening Moment of Annus Horribilis 2020
Here Are the Strippers Who Saved San Diego Restaurants From Gavin Newsom's Lockdown Orders
Explosive Claim at Senate Hearing: 130,000 Fraudulent Votes in Nevada Election
Pathetic: Only 6 Senators Voted 'No' on 'COVID Relief...
2021-01-011h 18
The Adult in the RoomANTIFA Versus Mike Strickland, Part 7: The ChargesMike Strickland was in custody on what he thought was a misdemeanor charge. But when he got to the courtroom, the Multnomah County prosecutor had a very unpleasant surprise in store thanks in part to a reckless move by...the coach of Portland Community College's women's basketball team?
Plus...Portland gets its own "autonomous zone," the election mayhem continues, and Victoria looks in the comment section (which no one should ever, ever do).
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Angry, Antifa-Weary Portland Businesses Form Group to Do Mayor's Job
INSANE: Seattle Goes from Defunding the Police to...
2020-12-171h 05
The Adult in the RoomANTIFA Versus Mike Strickland, Part 6: The ActivistIn this installment, we look at Ceasefire Oregon's Penny Okamoto, a favorite subject of Mike Strickland's video projects. She once referred to Strickland as a "powder keg." She had connections with influential members of government. Could she have had something to do with the court's decision to upgrade his charges from a few misdemeanors to 21 felonies?
Plus, more Pennsylvania absentee ballot shenanigans, and did tech oligarchs orchestrate Trump's defeat?
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Here Are Just 10 of the Wild Conspiracy Theories the Left (and Media) Have Tarred Trump With for More Than 4 Years
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2020-12-1048 min
The Adult in the RoomTalking Turkey with Kurt SchlichterRetired US Army Colonel. Attorney. Author. Comedian. Kurt Schlichter has worn (and does wear) many hats, and today he joins this special Thanksgiving Day edition of The Adult in the Room to talk a variety of subjects. From his bout with COVID-19, to working on President Trump's election legal team in Nevada, to his sci-fi/action political thrillers, Kurt has a lot on his mind.
Plus, enjoy a special encore presentation of the first installment of ANTIFA Versus Mike Strickland!
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Here Are Just 10 of the Wild Conspiracy Theories the Left (and Media...
2020-11-261h 25
The Adult in the RoomANTIFA Versus Mike Strickland, Part 5: The DocumentarianIn March of 2015, Mike Strickland and his friend Chris Cochran met with Academy Award- and Emmy-nominated documentary filmmaker Skye Fitzgerald to discuss concerns over Cochran's participation in a documentary Fitzgerald was making. It started with civil discussion; it ended with Strickland in the hospital with a severely broken arm and Fitzgerald fleeing the scene with two of Strickland's cameras that he'd stolen. It was caught on tape, it was witnessed by multiple people...and the Multnomah County DA still refused to file charges. Listen to the story on today's edition of ANTIFA Versus Mike Strickland.
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2020-11-1944 min
The Adult in the RoomANTIFA Versus Mike Strickland, Part 4: The ConspiracyCould the actions taken against Mike Strickland be more than just one vindictive activist trolling someone who mocked him? Could it be an actual conspiracy? Hear events that took place at a vigil for the Pulse Nightclub victims that show a concerted effort to destroy Strickland's reputation, and hear from legal advisors who suspect powerful people may have been involved in the charges against him and his ultimate conviction.
Top Stories:
Trump Lawyer: Nevada Allowed Thousands of People Who Didn't Live There to Vote
CNN Wants You to Know That an 'Adult' Website Did Not...
2020-11-1256 min
The Adult in the RoomANTIFA Versus Mike Strickland, Part 3: The InstigatorIn part 3 of our ongoing series on Mike Strickland, the original victim of ANTIFA, we examine the man who caused the entire incident: Benjamin Kerensa, a Portland-based computer programmer, wannabe hacker, community activist, and convicted bomb hoaxer. We also take a look at the incident through the lens of well-known Portland activist Mike "Bluehair," who captured much of the incident and its aftermath on video and who has since defended Strickland's actions, even while disagreeing with his politics.
Plus, a post(?)-mortem of Tuesday's election in which Republicans not only likely retained the Senate but gained net...
2020-11-0548 min
The Adult in the RoomANTIFA Versus Mike Strickland, Part 2: The IndictmentIn this second installment of the story of Portland amateur journalist Mike Strickland, we hear from prominent members of Portland's left-wing activist community. And what they say about Strickland's treatment and the actions that led to his arrest may surprise you, as will their remarks about the motivations of some members of the protest crowd. We also learn about the actions taken by prosecutors in his case, as well as by the media, and the shocking turn of events in the courtroom after his initial charge.
Plus, in the news segment, we'll talk about next week's election...
2020-10-291h 21
The Adult in the RoomANTIFA Versus Mike Strickland, Part 1: The IncidentOn July 7, 2016, vlogger and independent political reporter Mike Strickland was attending the Don’t Shoot Portland protest event. The filmmaker had gained a reputation for showing the world the worst of radical leftism, including the black bloc protesters and socialist extremists common in the northwest. When he showed up at the protest that day, he had no idea that a conspiracy had been hatched. He was assaulted repeatedly by members of a newly-minted extremist organization...ANTIFA. He drew his legally-carried Glock 26 handgun and leveled it at the attackers, frightening them off without firing a shot.
But while he...
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