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Bold and blunt: Washington Times online opinion editor Cheryl Chumley brings her no-holds-barred take on the big issues of the day.

Wealth-building with God 05/05/2026

Wealth-building with God Too many Christians have the wrong idea about money, and see the concept of wealth-building as automatically evil. But pursuing financial stability and prosperity isn't in itself an evil. Money only becomes problematic when its pursuit gets in the way of worship of God. John Coleman, author of "Good Money," tells how to build a life of financial purpose. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/41167335

Tax cuts are great, but debt reduction's better 04/28/2026

Tax cuts are great, but debt reduction's better This White House has shown itself to be a champion of tax cuts, with estimates showing Americans are receiving refunds on several thousand dollars, on average. But as fiscal expert Dr. Anne Bradley warns, tax cuts without longer term reductions in government spending in essence stagnate growth and erase the returns to citizens. Tax cuts alone can't solve the national debt crisis. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/41051830

China's shop of influence and horror 04/21/2026

China's shop of influence and horror The Chinese communist influence in America has taken an even deeper turn, and now the CCP is using the IRS to spread its rot. Nonprofits have become a go-to for the CCP, and it's become so problematic, even Congress is holding hearings. But that's nothing compared to the evil Jan Jekielek has uncovered about the CCP in his new book,"Killed to Order," about organ harvesting. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/40961520

The power of today's media 04/14/2026

The power of today's media Today's media in all its many forms is probably the most powerful and influential it has ever been. But with great power comes great responsibility — and it's questionable whether today's media members recognize that there's a moral imperative for them to report the truth, and in instances where errors are made, to correct those mistakes. More than that, too many in today's news outlets are in it for the wrong reasons. Newsmax host Marc Lotter weighs in on the state of today's media. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/40877975

Remembering Antonin Scalia 04/07/2026

Remembering Antonin Scalia Americans' views of the U.S. Supreme Court may be divisive, with Democrats seeing the justices as too conservative and Republicans seeing the court as too unpredictable. But consensus is that the now-deceased Justice Antonin Scalia is one of the most influential figures to have served on the court in years — in decades. Chief Washington correspondent for Newsmax, James Rosen, has a new book, "Scalia: Supreme Court Years," that tells us why. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/40765985

Angels and demons and aliens, oh my 03/31/2026

Angels and demons and aliens, oh my Look around and see: the world is filled with mystery — and that includes the invisible world. The Bible speaks clearly of the existence of angels and demons. But what about aliens and UFOs? Where do those fit in the biblical picture? Author, media figure, writer and documentary maker Billy Hallowell discusses his new "Investigating the Supernatural: Angels & Demons" film — and it's filled with questions and answers and more mysteries. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/40688045

Dangers to our republic abound 03/24/2026

Dangers to our republic abound Look around and see — today's government is a far cry from what Founding Fathers envisioned when they forged this great nation. Mike Bedenbaugh, Navy veteran and author, looked at George Washington's Farewell Address and found 40 points of wisdom America's first president offered on how to keep this republic intact — and then Bedenbaugh put the points together in a book entitled, "Reviving Our Republic." /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/40609995

Christians shouldn't call for open borders 03/10/2026

Christians shouldn't call for open borders If you're a Christian and you think it's a good Christian duty to call for open borders — you're wrong. That's not a biblical principle. That's not a teaching of Jesus. That's not something that honest preachers and ministers and faith leaders call on their congregations to support. Alex McFarland of Alex McFarland Ministries has harsh words for his fellow clergy on the matter of immigration and says too many Christians are being wrongly taught that Jesus would want open borders. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/40387585

Iran's 'crimes against America' 03/02/2026

Iran's 'crimes against America' President Donald Trump has taken decisive action against Iran and the regime that's been a murderous thorn for America for decades, as well as for U.S. allies around the world. And now, predictably, Democrats and globalists and leftists are calling him out for illegally waging war, unconstitutionally waging war, immorally waging war. But Iran has committed many "crimes against America," says Aviva Klompas, a former speechwriter for the Israeli delegation to the United Nations. And Trump's actions, in unison with Israel's, are of benefit to the world. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/40288005

DEI is lingering in America 02/10/2026

DEI is lingering in America If you thought Diversity, Equity and Inclusion was no longer an issue in America since President Donald Trump took office — think again. Many of these institutions that fought to keep DEI, even as they were directed by the White House to dismantle the programs, just changed the narrative, changed the definition, changed the language a little bit and voila, it's DEI only by a different name. Owen Anderson, an Arizona State professor, has taken his university to court for forcing him to take DEI training, despite a state law that says he doesn't have to take it. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/40065575

A new conservative day dawns in American media 02/03/2026

A new conservative day dawns in American media Everybody knows the media leans mostly left, and that when there's a conservative or Republican in political office, the news outlet assumes attack dog mode — but when there's a Democrat or liberal in political office, the journalists basically adopt the party's talking points as their coverage. But trust in media has fallen to such lows, media outlets are nervous. They're starting to hire more conservatives. As Ryan Wolfe, with The Fund for American Studies, said: Even The Washington Post and The Boston Globe have hired conservatives for their opinion pages. It's a brand new day in media. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/39984860

Democrats — lunatic or misunderstood? 01/20/2026

Democrats — lunatic or misunderstood? Are Democrats truly lunatic fringe, or are they just misunderstood? It’s a good question, given the numbers of far leftist loons who’ve taken over streets in Minneapolis to stop by whatever violent means necessary ICE agents from doing their jobs and removing criminals from the country. As top PR agent and best-selling author AJ Rice says: What’s needed is a little bit of humor. It’s really the best way to shut down the political opposition without losing sanity in the process. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/39804415

God is moving in America 01/13/2026

God is moving in America If you think God is done with America, think again. Troy Anderson, author of the new “Designated Disruptor,” says God is using youth in ways that are extraordinary. And this is great news for a nation founded on a quest for religious liberty and grounded in a concept called “God-given” — meaning, God-given individual liberties and rights. A return to God is just what this nation needs. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/39720795

Bold and Blunt: Libertarians cold on Donald Trump 01/06/2026

Bold and Blunt: Libertarians cold on Donald Trump Conservatives and MAGA types may be applauding President Donald Trump's work to secure the border, fight off Venezuela threats, defend America from globalists and leftists and Marxists from within — but along with Democrats, who are infected with Trump Derangement Syndrome, are libertarians who criticize this administration for failing to uphold what they say are key constitutional issues. Steven Nekhaila, chairman of the Libertarian National Committee, gives Trump a grade of "D" — on a good day. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/39632305

January 6 filled with stories of tragedy, heartbreak 12/30/2025

January 6 filled with stories of tragedy, heartbreak If you've not heard any of the January 6 victims tell their stories of government abuse and federal disregard for civil rights, then listen in: Tom Caldwell is a January 6-er who was arrested, thrown in jail, tortured and nearly bankrupted -- and all for the crime of, well, nothing. And his tale of unbelievable and heartbreaking tragedy is just one of hundreds his fellow J-6ers faced, and continue to face. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/39569550

Religious liberty is back! 12/23/2025

Religious liberty is back! President Joe Biden cared about climate change — and pushed radical environmental policies throughout every agency in his administration. President Donald Trump cares about religious liberty, and as such, is taking care to make his White House policies represent that priority. And it's not just good for America. Nations around the world are benefitting with a White House that tries to press religious freedom into its foreign policy. Matt Faraci with the National Association of Christian Lawmakers talks about the crucial link between religious freedom and a free society. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/39522135

American liberty comes from God 12/16/2025

American liberty comes from God Fighting to retain American Exceptionalism is rooted in the fight for God because it's impossible to have God-given liberties and rights if God is removed from society. What results is government-granted; what God-given rights turn into is government-granted rights. Cynthia Scott says God is the rightful founder of our nation and if Americans don't realize that, then the future of liberty is at stake. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/39429650

Muslims destroying America with sharia, pastor says 12/09/2025

Muslims destroying America with sharia, pastor says Make way for the Muslim influences in America, and that's not necessarily best for freedom and liberty. According to Pastor William Devlin, the surge of religious persecution around the world combined with the rise of Islamic influences in this country are actually translating into national security threats. How so? Much of Islamic beliefs aren't compatible with the Constitution. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/39346695

Today's culture is killing men 12/02/2025

Today's culture is killing men Look at what's going on in the world of men today — and it's clear: the leftist-fueled anti-man agenda is having an effect. For instance: The suicide rate of men is four times higher than that of women. Why? They're being forced to live a lie — to live as if the manly traits and characteristics they were gifted at birth are somehow toxic. Dr. Gilda Carle has the solution to bring back real men in America, and she's written about it in her new book. "Real Men Don't Go Woke." /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/39241475

The climate change con continues 11/20/2025

The climate change con continues There's a new climate change con in town, and it's called the COP30's "Declaration on Information Integrity on Climate Change." On surface, that sounds scientific -- but it's actually a free speech nightmare. Bill Walton, podcast host and businessman, says to watch out -- if a Democrat wins the White House, the global clamp on free speech under the guise of saving the environment could really gain traction in America. Yikes. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/39115095

Marxists at the door 11/13/2025

Marxists at the door It's post-election and Zohran Mamdani has won the mayoral contest in New York City and now America stands on pins and needles because it's a Marxist who's at the door. Meanwhile, Democrats picked up several other key wins in other states, and that means even more Marxism is coming, albeit masked as progressive policies. But it's not all gloom and doom for the nation. As noted historian and author Craig Shirley says, America is facing a cultural divide — but conservatives still have the winning message and individualism is tough to destroy. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/39025270

Fighting Sharia law in America 11/11/2025

Fighting Sharia law in America Sharia law is the Muslim form of faith and governance that basically strips individuals of their God-given rights and puts in place a system of forced worship, forced obedience and forced compliance. It's slavery dressed as religious worship. And it's actually making inroads in America. Keith Gross talks about how to fight Sharia in the states -- before it's too late. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/39001900

Trump's China wins 10/30/2025

Trump's China wins President Donald Trump has just returned from a trip through Asia that has brought America several economic wins. But perhaps more importantly, his meeting with China's Xi has shown that the days of weak White House leadership seen under Democrat Joe Biden have come to an end. China expert Miles Yu talks about the perils of China and what Trump is doing both wrong and right. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/38846595

Ending radicalization in public schools 10/28/2025

Ending radicalization in public schools Say a prayer and thank God that Donald Trump is president -- and not Kamala Harris -- if only to recognize the fact that our public schools in America are now being returned to a state of sanity. Gone are the DEI, woke, LGBTQ agendas and in place are reading, writing, 'rithmetic -- and soon enough, civics. Erika Donalds talks about the new America250 campaign to return solid pro-America, truthful history and civics to the public schools -- and in so doing, raise a generation of leaders who truly understand and respect American Exceptionalism. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/38811705

Revival in America 10/23/2025

Revival in America If you look at the landscape of media in America, it's the Christian-based outlets that are receiving the most trust of the consumers of news. And this is an optimistic sign because it means the American people are looking for truth, and they see truth from Bible-based sources that offer worldviews based on godly principles. As Tracy Sabol, host at Newsmax, says: This country is in the midst of a revival -- and that's a great thing for the nation. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/38759735

Fight for health freedom rages on 10/21/2025

Fight for health freedom rages on President Donald Trump may have entered office and booted out the tyrants called Team Joe Biden. But when it comes to the individual right to make one's own medical choices, there are still many obstacles to overcome in this country. Remember COVID? America should never, ever forget the lessons from that tyrannical time. Dr. Joseph Ladapo, surgeon general of Florida, certainly remembers the dictatorial COVID years, and reminds that individualism, not collectivism, should be the way of America. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/38729445

Israel, the media and the hope of peace 10/16/2025

Israel, the media and the hope of peace Israel has been fighting a war against Hamas for over two years. But even longer than that has been the Jewish nations' war against untruthful media messaging. Too many news outlets put forth an anti-Israel, pro-Palestinian, even pro-Hamas narrative, drawing moral equivalencies where moral equivalencies do not rightly exist. Chris Ruddy, CEO of Newsmax and recipient of this year's Israel's Top 50 Christian Allies listing, talks about Israel, the peace deal and the role of the media in telling the truth. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/38609555

Wages, inflation and a 3,000 percent price hike in bread 10/14/2025

Wages, inflation and a 3,000 percent price hike in bread Wages haven't kept pace with inflation since the late 1970s. But did you know that since 1939, the cost of bread has risen by more than 3,000 percent -- meaning the $1.84 a loaf used to cost would be more than $60 in today's dollars? Paul Stone says it's gotten so bad that many of today's youth despair of being able to -- ever -- buy a home. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/38582485

California shows signs of shifting right 10/09/2025

California shows signs of shifting right California's governor race is heating up and conservatives are seeing some signs of optimism that the leftist stronghold on the state is finally coming to an end. Thank Gov. Gavin Newsom for that. He's the one who's ushered in a Golden State time where all is anything but golden -- where the state is more known for its bottom rankings across all boards than for its sunshine. Maybe voters there are finally seeing the error of their Democrat-voting ways. And this is good for America if they are because the state is one of the largest economies in the United States, and even around the world. Republican gubernatorial contender Steve Hilton talks about his campaign. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/38528880

Civics education could save America 10/02/2025

Civics education could save America A good dose of civics in America's high schools could do much in terms of teaching the coming generation to love this country, to respect this country's Founding Fathers and to cherish the idea of God-given rights and liberties that this nation -- unlike any other in the world -- both offers and provides its citizens. But barring that, just injecting some good news into our daily fights against Marxists could help turn a few minds to the right side of thinking, as well. Jackie Cushman talks about her campaign to bring a John Adams memorial to Washington, D.C., just in time for the 250th celebration of America. /episode/index/show/boldblunt/id/38446480

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