The Daily Signal - #436: Two House Conservatives Explain Why It’s Time to Focus on Spending, Budget

Today we feature Genevieve Wood’s interview with Rep. Mike Johnson, chairman of the Republican Study Committee, and Rep. Jim Banks. The two Republicans, who represent districts in Louisiana and Indiana respectively, talk about spending, the debt, and why it’s time to take these issues seriously.We also cover these stories:•President Trump says he's not bringing back family separations.•Attorney General William Barr testifies to Congress about the Mueller report.•Sen. Cory Booker, D-N.J., is backing reparations.The Daily Signal podcast is available on Ricochet, iTunes, SoundCloud, Google Play, or Stitcher. All of our podcasts can be found at DailySignal.com/podcasts. If you like what you hear, please leave a review. You can also leave us a message at 202-608-6205 or write us at letters@dailysignal.com. Enjoy the show!

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The Daily Signal - #438: Making the Internet Safer for Children

On today's podcast, we speak to Donna Rice Hughes, president and CEO of “Enough is Enough,” an organization that works to make the internet safer for children and families, and Kassy Dillon, founder of the Lone Conservative and a rising superstar in the conservative movement.We also cover these stories:•The Justice Department announces a criminal charge against WikiLeaks co-founder Julian Assange.•The number of Americans filing applications for unemployment benefits decreased to a 49-and-a-half-year low last week.•Senate Republicans are considering bringing Sen. Bernie Sanders’ “Medicare for All” bill to the floor for a vote. The Daily Signal podcast is available on Ricochet, iTunes, SoundCloud, Google Play, or Stitcher. All of our podcasts can be found at DailySignal.com/podcasts. If you like what you hear, please leave a review. You can also leave us a message at 202-608-6205 or write us at letters@dailysignal.com. Enjoy the show!

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The Daily Signal - #437: The Pivotal Gun Case Likely Going to the Supreme Court, Explained

Could the manufacturer of the gun used in the tragic Sandy Hook shooting be sued? That's what at stake in a new case that the Supreme Court has been asked to hear. Heritage Foundation legal expert Amy Swearer breaks down this case, plus what needs to be done to make our schools safe. We also cover these stories:•Attorney General William Barr addresses "spying" on Trump campaign during hearing.•Sen. Bernie Sanders introduces Medicare-for-All legislation.•New Zealand's parliament has voted 119-1 to change its gun laws. The Daily Signal podcast is available on Ricochet, iTunes, SoundCloud, Google Play, or Stitcher. All of our podcasts can be found at DailySignal.com/podcasts. If you like what you hear, please leave a review. You can also leave us a message at 202-608-6205 or write us at letters@dailysignal.com. Enjoy the show!

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The Daily Signal - #435: Her Daughter’s Competing Against Biological Males in Track. Now This Mom Is Speaking Out.

Bianca Stanescu's daughter, Selina, competes in high school track. But transgender athletes are now competing with Selina as well--and it could affect her future in the sport, as well as whether she's seen by college recruiters. Plus: Jennifer Bryson, founder of Let All Play, discusses how biological males playing sports puts women at greater risk of injury. We also cover these stories:•President Trump declares Iran's Revolutionary Guard a "foreign terrorist organization."•Rep. Doug Collins, the no. 1 Republican on the House Judiciary Committee, think it’s time for Special Counsel Robert Mueller to testify.•Sen. Bernie Sanders wants to expand voting rights--to prisoners.The Daily Signal podcast is available on Ricochet, iTunes, SoundCloud, Google Play, or Stitcher. All of our podcasts can be found at DailySignal.com/podcasts. If you like what you hear, please leave a review. You can also leave us a message at 202-608-6205 or write us at letters@dailysignal.com. Enjoy the show!

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The Daily Signal - #434: Jordan Peterson Explains What Draws People to Socialism

On today’s podcast, we’re featuring our colleague Genevieve Wood’s interview with professor and bestselling author Jordan Peterson. They talked about the rise of socialism in America, the importance of personal responsibility, and why Peterson’s message is resonating with so many people.Also on the show:• Mykala Steadman has an inspiring story about a girl who is not letting a tragedy stop her love of music. • Our favorite letters to the editor. Your letter could be featured on our show; write us at letters@dailysignal.com or call 202-608-6205.The Daily Signal podcast is available on the Ricochet Audio Network. You also can listen on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast app. All of our podcasts can be found at DailySignal.com/podcasts.If you like what you hear, please leave a review or give us feedback. Enjoy the show!

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The Daily Signal - #433: They Had Twins at 26 Weeks. Now They’re Advocating Protecting Babies Born Alive.

As House Republicans attempt to force a vote on protecting babies born alive after abortion, activists from around the country came to advocate for these children's lives. Rachel del Guidice speaks to the Balek family, who came from South Carolina to attend the event put on by Heritage Action, the lobbying and advocacy arm of The Heritage Foundation. We also cover these stories:•President Trump is pulling back from his threat to shut down the border over massive flows of migrants.•Senate Republicans voted to eliminate aspects of the filibuster for executive and judicial nominees.•Sen. Ted Cruz is threatening legal action against Yale Law School, saying the school is blacklisting Christian organizations.The Daily Signal podcast is available on Ricochet, iTunes, SoundCloud, Google Play, or Stitcher. All of our podcasts can be found at DailySignal.com/podcasts. If you like what you hear, please leave a review. You can also leave us a message at 202-608-6205 or write us at letters@dailysignal.com. Enjoy the show!

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The Daily Signal - #432: Gov. Scott Walker Stared Down a Leftist Mob. Here’s His Advice to Other Conservatives.

Former Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker had to deal with plenty of liberal activists during his tenure. In an interview recorded at the Conservative Political Action Conference, Walker shares what he learned--and how to deal with a biased media. We also cover these stories:•The House Judiciary Committee votes to subpoena the Muller report.•The NATO secretary general addresses Congress.•New Mexico has officially ditched Columbus Day in favor of Indigenous Peoples Day. The Daily Signal podcast is available on Ricochet, iTunes, SoundCloud, Google Play, or Stitcher. All of our podcasts can be found at DailySignal.com/podcasts. If you like what you hear, please leave a review. You can also leave us a message at 202-608-6205 or write us at letters@dailysignal.com. Enjoy the show!

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The Daily Signal - #431: He Killed a Man. Then This Gangster Changed His Life.

At 16, Casey Diaz went to prison for killing a man. The son of an alcoholic father, Diaz grew up in a rough neighborhood and first saw three men killed when he was eight. By the time he was 11, he joined a gang. But after years in prison, Diaz had a religious conversion—and inspired others to change their lives as well, including one of the founders of MS-13. We also cover these stories:•President Trump is now saying health care will have to wait until after the next election.•House Republicans want to protect babies born alive after abortion--and on Tuesday, they launched a discharge petition effort•Democrat senators introduced new legislation to expand government-controlled health care options.The Daily Signal podcast is available on Ricochet, iTunes, SoundCloud, Google Play, or Stitcher. All of our podcasts can be found at DailySignal.com/podcasts. If you like what you hear, please leave a review. You can also leave us a message at 202-608-6205 or write us at letters@dailysignal.com. Enjoy the show!

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The Daily Signal - #430: Texas Lawmaker Weighs in on Border Crisis: ‘No Doubt It’s a National Emergency’

Rep. Michael Cloud, R-Texas, joins the podcast to chat about how Republicans are trying to protect the lives of babies born alive after an attempted abortion, and how in his South Texas district, the border crisis is affecting people. We also cover these stories:•As the crisis at the border continues, Homeland Security Secretary Kirsten Nielsen is sending back-up.•White House employee alleges people who don't meet criteria are getting security clearances.•One Democrat is trying to rid of the Electoral College the old fashioned way -- by introducing a constitutional amendment. The Daily Signal podcast is available on Ricochet, iTunes, SoundCloud, Google Play, or Stitcher. All of our podcasts can be found at DailySignal.com/podcasts. If you like what you hear, please leave a review. You can also leave us a message at 202-608-6205 or write us at letters@dailysignal.com. Enjoy the show!

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The Daily Signal - #429: Gary Shapiro’s Secrets to Success in Our Rapidly Changing World

On today’s podcast, we feature an interview with Gary Shapiro, president and CEO of the Consumer Technology Association. Shapiro is the author of “Ninja Future: Secrets to Success in the New World of Innovation” and organizer of a world-renowned consumer technology trade show.Also on today’s show:• Mykala Steadman has an update on the Medal of Honor letter-writing campaign that she told us about a few weeks ago.• Our favorite letters to the editor. Your letter could be featured on our show; write us at letters@dailysignal.com or call 202-608-6205.The Daily Signal podcast is available on the Ricochet Audio Network. You also can listen on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast app. All of our podcasts can be found at DailySignal.com/podcasts.If you like what you hear, please leave a review or give us feedback. Enjoy the show!

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