Published by John Reid
A Commentary About News, Politics, and Culture
Listen on Apple Podcasts1 hr 36 min
Happy Tuesday, "RevFam"! Today on the show, we talk about the final day of primary voting in Virginia -- and, accordingly, welcome Fairfax County GOP Chair Katie Gorka back to the show, to get her thoughts about the pulse of Virginia (and Northern Virginia in particular). Additionally (of course), John and Dan reflect on the topics of the day and discuss "The Best and Worst of the Internet!" Enjoy!
1 hr 29 min
Happy Monday, "RevFam!" Today on the show, we welcome back all of the candidates vying to be the Republican nominee for U.S. Senate from Virginia: Kim Farington, Bert Mizusawa, and David Williams. Each gets one last opportunity on the podcast to make the case for his/her candidacy, in advance of the final day for primary voting tomorrow. Enjoy!
1 hr 3 min
Happy "Friday Eve," "RevFam"! On today's show, we talk about the mass migration from Morocco into Southern Spain and check in with out good friend Tim Anderson to get his thoughts on everything from marijuana policy in Virginia to Dr. Fauci's testimony before a Senate committee yesterday. Enjoy!
1 hr 34 min
Happy "Hump Day," "RevFam"! On today's show, we reflect on Anthony Fauci's appearance before Congress (where he, well in excess of 100 times, invoked his right to refrain from testifying against himself, as acknowledged in the Constitution's Fifth Amendment). Additionally, candidate for Congress in Virginia's 7th District Philip Harding makes an appearance, to promote his campaign. Finally, John and Dan discuss -- "The Best and Worst of the Internet!" Enjoy!
1 hr 14 min
Happy Tuesday, "RevFam"! Back after the long weekend, John and Dan discuss the news of the day -- including the latest on Iran and a forthcoming appearance in front of Congress for Anthony Fauci -- as well as "The Best and Worst of the Internet!" Enjoy!
1 hr 28 min
Happy "Friday Eve," "RevFam"! On the last show of the week before another long weekend, we welcome Huw Shakeshaft back to the show, to get his impressions on the changes in the UK's government and other global events. Enjoy!
57 min
Happy "Hump Day," "RevFam"! On the show today, Tim Anderson makes his weekly appearance and, principally, offers an update regarding the showdown between gun owners/2A advocates and Virginia Democrats. Enjoy!
1 hr 13 min
Happy Tuesday, "RevFam"! John and Dan are back from a long weekend to discuss the day's news, headlines, and "The Best and Worst of the Internet!" Plus, candidate for Congress Doug Ollivant joins the show to discuss his campaign in Virginia's 10th District. Enjoy!
1 hr 18 min
Happy "Friday Eve," "RevFam"! (It really does feel like a Friday for us, as we're taking off for a longer weekend this week.) Today on the show, we continue to talk about Operation Epic Fury -- and we look forward to President Trump's primetime address tonight, speculating about what he might say. Julie Perry joins us to discuss her candidacy for Virginia's 10th Congressional District, and we reflect on "The Best and Worst of the Internet!" Enjoy!
55 min
Happy "Hump Day," "RevFam"! Today on the show, John continues to discuss the ongoing war with Iran -- as we continue to wonder whether we are pursuing unconditional surrender or a negotiated truce. Additionally, candidate for Congress David Beckwith joins the show, to discuss his candidacy in Virginia's 10th Congressional District. (Dan returns tomorrow after being on assignment to cover the Defense and Innovation Summit.) Enjoy!
1 hr 2 min
Happy Tuesday, "RevFam"! Today, on a guest-less show, John & Dan review the day's news and continue to discuss the war against Iran and the rise in popularity of statism (in spite of itself). Enjoy!
1 hr 19 min
Happy Monday, "RevFam"! Today on the show, we reflect on the sudden passing of influential U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham, talk to candidate for Congress Melanie Lucero (challenging incumbent John McGuire for the Republican nomination in Virginia's Fifth District), and we celebrate "The Best and Worst of the Internet!" Enjoy!
1 hr 32 min
Happy Friday, "RevFam"! Today on the show, we talk about resuming strikes against Iran, investigations into welfare fraud, and the normalization of violence against political opposition. Also, Congressman Rob Wittman joins the show, to discuss the forthcoming midterm elections and the issues that will play in part in deciding how the midterms go. Enjoy!
1 hr 38 min
Happy "Friday Eve," "RevFam"! Today on the show, Tim Anderson makes his weekly appearance -- so as to talk about the Virginia General Assembly's handling (or mishandling) of marijuana policy. Additionally, Laura McDonald joins the show, to discuss the movement within the Daughters of the American Revolution organization to permit trans individuals to become members. Finally, John and Dan reflect on the weirdness of the internet and also have an in-depth conversation about how to handle identity crisis issues with adolescent family members. Enjoy!
1 hr 16 min
Happy "Hump Day," "RevFam"! Today on the show, John is in D.C. -- to offer our podcast following a tour of The Great American Fair! John goes from state exhibit to state exhibit, exploring what each has to offer and showcases to visitors. Next, John begins a conversation with (Dr.!!!) Jill Biden's former press secretary, Michael LaRosa -- but when John's phone overheats and shuts off, Dan takes over . . . and chats extensively with Michael about his party's ideological divide and what he admits is his own, evolving philosophy. Michael really opens up, and his answers are most intriguing! You won't want to miss what he has to say!
1 hr 12 min
Today, on a guest-less show, we discuss the news of the day: principally, the rising number of unsavory allegations against U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner (D-ME). What are we to think about the allegations? How much benefit of the doubt does Platner deserve at this point? Are allegations alone, as yet unsubstantiated, enough to call upon Platner to withdraw from the race against longtime incumbent Susan Collins? John and Dan weigh in. . . .
1 hr 30 min
Happy Monday, "RevFam"! Today on the show, we first talk to Texas Inn owner Dave Saunders, about the vandalism that happened at his restaurant over the holiday weekend, in connection with an anti-America party (!) in Richmond's Museum District. Then, Hugh Joyce of James River Air joins the program to talk about energy policy and what to do about powering data centers, among other topics. Enjoy!
1 hr 38 min
Happy "Friday Eve," "RevFam"! (It really does feel like Friday on this shortened, holiday week.) Today on the show, we talk to Victims of Communism Foundation President Eric Patterson about the true legacy of statism, amid the relatively sudden rise of openly statist candidates and elected officials in America. As this is our last show for the week before the Fourth of July, we wish America a happy 250th birthday and all of you a pleasant celebratory weekend.
1 hr 0 min
Happy "Hump Day," "RevFam"! Today, we welcome our dear friend Tim Anderson back -- not only to the show, but also stateside following a vacation to Ireland -- so as to discuss the Democrats' proposed budget in Virginia and the recent SCOTUS decisions. Enjoy!
1 hr 33 min
Happy Tuesday, "RevFam"! Today on the show, we talk about the phenomenon of "Democratic Socialism" and reflect on the slew of end-of-session Supreme Court rulings. Attorney Patti Lyman, RNC Committeewoman for Virginia, helps us track it all! Enjoy!