From the Left's celebration of the return of fallen soldiers that perished in 'Operation Epic Fury', to the cultural clashes that led to the tearing down of dozens of historical statues of American heroes in recent years, many Americans are asking a deeper question: What is happening to the nation’s shared identity?

In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Wendy Patrick and co-host Larry Dershem sit down with Bill Walton—Washington, D.C. insider and host of The Bill Walton Show (https://thebillwaltonshow.com/)—to examine the forces reshaping America’s cultural and political landscape. Together, they explore the growing tensions surrounding history, national values, and the role of media, education, and public discourse in shaping public perception.

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In this must-hear episode, Dr. Wendy Patrick and co-host Larry Dershem interview two leading voices in their fields.

First, Wynton Hall discusses his explosive new book, Code Red: The Left, the Right, China, and the Race to Control AI. Learn how Big Tech may be shaping AI with political bias, why the U.S. must compete with China in the AI race, and how emerging trends like AI companions are influencing millions. Could AI even challenge our faith and sense of purpose? The answer may surprise you. https://www.wyntonhallco.com/

In segment two, Dennis Kneale, author of The Leadership Genius of Elon Musk: An Inspiring Business Biography and Playbook for Entrepreneurs--From Tesla to SpaceX and former anchor at CNBC and Fox Business Network, examines how narrative framing, ideological extremism, and policy missteps have curtailed prosperity in Oregon—and how similar patterns are affecting other blue states, along with what it will take to reverse course. https://denniskneale.com/

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Did the recent joint U.S.–Israeli pre-emptive strike on Iran reshape the global power balance?

In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Wendy Patrick and co-host Larry Dershem sit down with international bestselling author Jared Knott to unpack the potential geopolitical and economic consequences of the conflict with Iran—and whether it could alter the strategic chessboard involving China, Russia, and North Korea.

The conversation also explores a fascinating historical theme: how seemingly small decisions can trigger massive global consequences. Drawing from his new book, Tiny Blunders / Big Disasters Book 2: The Many Tiny Mistakes That Changed the World Forever, Knott shares powerful examples of how minor miscalculations have reshaped history.

A decorated Vietnam infantry combat officer and historian, Knott brings both firsthand experience and deep historical insight to a discussion that connects past lessons to today’s rapidly evolving world.

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