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AARP received a staggering $9 billion payout from UnitedHealth, the nation’s largest health insurer. Guest Host Allen Thomas talks with President of American Commitment Phil Kerpen. Kerpen discusses how AARP makes health insurance unaffordable for its members. 

Trent Loos shares details from the 2025 Man March. 

Mike Rawluk with the Ralston Valley Coalition ponders an 11th Amendment issue that arose from the HB24-1107 lawsuit. 

Mortgage specialist Lorne Levy shares the latest regarding mortgage rates. 
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11-12-2025: How AARP Makes Health Insurance Unaffordable- Phil Kerpen Discusses

Hour 1
Hour 1 of https://RushToReason.com kicks off with fiery debate and unapologetic truth. John Rush and Andy Peth welcome back America’s Money Answer Man, Jordan Goodman, to unpack the chaos of a government shutdown, its ripple effects on the economy, and what it reveals about America’s growing dependence on government aid. Will the shutdown be a wake-up call—or just another chapter in Washington’s spending spree?

As federal workers await back pay and air travel across the nation melts down, the conversation turns sharp: Should millions of Americans on SNAP benefits be expected to work? Is “something for nothing” destroying the nation’s work ethic? With strong opinions, real-world economics, and no political sugarcoating, this hour delivers a bold challenge to how America views responsibility, resilience, and reward.

HOUR 2 
Hour 2 of Rush to Reason dives deep into one of today’s most heated political divides—America’s stance on Israel. Andy Peth and John Rush challenge the growing anti-Israel sentiment within conservative circles, exposing what they call false narratives driven by media voices like Tucker Carlson. Is support for Israel really a betrayal of “America First,” or is that a dangerous distortion of the truth?

Andy dismantles common misconceptions—arguing that his backing of Israel isn’t rooted in religion but in strategy, principle, and reality. Together, he and John confront claims of “genocide,” clarify biblical context, and defend Israel’s right to survive against enemies who target civilians. As they call out hypocrisy and misplaced outrage, one question looms: has America forgotten who its true allies are?

HOUR 3
Hour 3 opens with a Veterans Day salute that turns into a robust, personal conversation with Dr. Josh McConkey (https://www.joshmcconkey.com) —a North Carolina lieutenant governor candidate, combat veteran, emergency physician with over two decades of experience, and author of the Pulitzer-nominated Be the Weight Behind the Spear. What happens when the people who carried the weight of war come home to a VA bureaucracy that treats them like numbers? McConkey spotlights the unseen “weight behind the spear”—families, coaches, teachers, and communities—and shows how their sacrifices sharpen every mission’s tip. From IED injuries tragically dismissed as “depression” to a “COVID generation” struggling with lost resilience and leadership, John and Andy challenge listeners on how to take action. 

Hour 3 of Rush to Reason shifts from honoring veterans to confronting political reality with unfiltered honesty. John Rush and Andy Peth dissect the GOP’s crushing losses, asking whether it was a “blue state sweep” or a failure to communicate. From affordability to local elections, they reveal how poor messaging—not policy—cost conservatives dearly. As Andy highlights party infighting and John rejects blame-shifting, both warn that unless Republicans reconnect with voters and sharpen their message, 2026 could bring an even bigger reckoning.

HR3 Dr. Josh McConkey on “The Weight Behind the Spear” — and America’s Next Mission.  11-11-25

HOUR 1
Hour 1 of Rush to Reason ignites Health & Wellness Wednesday with Dr. Scott Faulkner, owner of Castle Rock Regenerative Healthcare (https://castlerockregenerativehealth.com), stepping in for John Rush. He’s joined by biohacker and high-performance health strategist Jeremy Sova, whose dramatic personal transformation has placed him just one degree from today’s top longevity pioneers. But can the cutting edge of biohacking really help you reverse aging, sharpen performance, and even conquer brutal long-haul jet lag?

Together, Dr. Scott and Jeremy unpack the radical experiments of tech mogul Brian Johnson—the Braintree/Venmo creator turned full-time anti-aging test case. What happens when someone pours millions into biomarker testing, optimal equipment, and scientific rigor? And more importantly: What lessons can normal people take from the world’s most advanced N=1 experiment?

Listeners get a fast-paced look at VO₂ max, circadian rhythm, biological age, healthspan vs. lifespan, and Jeremy’s evidence-based jet-lag protocol used by world travelers and peak performers.
Then Dr. Scott drops a major reveal: a new generation of sublingual peptides—no injections, no needles—thin dissolvable strips that bypass the liver for dramatic absorption and game-changing results.

HOUR 2
Hour 2 of https://RushToReason.com dives even deeper into the world of high-performance health as Dr. Scott continues the conversation with biohacking expert Jeremy Sova. But this hour isn’t just about supplements or trends—it’s about asking the question too many people avoid: How well do you actually know what’s happening inside your body?

From the dangers of taking the wrong supplements to the power of 110-plus biomarker panels, Dr. Scott and Jeremy reveal why fundamental transformation starts with data—not guesswork. What hidden issues could your basic labs be missing? And how much faster could you reclaim energy, metabolism, and longevity with targeted optimization instead of chasing fads?

A caller sparks a fascinating discussion on sunlight, circadian rhythm, vitamin D, seasonal affective disorder, and the rising field of red-light therapy. Could light itself be one of the most underrated health tools of our generation?

Then Dr. Scott unveils major news: Castle Rock Regenerative Healthcare is expanding—bringing in a new -170°F electric cryotherapy chamber, DaVinci EWOT systems, and CAROL REHIT bikes designed to supercharge VO₂ max, muscle mass, and healthy aging.

HOUR 3
Hour 3 of Rush to Reason explodes into one of the most forward-thinking conversations in modern longevity as Dr. Scott, continues with biohacker Jeremy Sova to unveil the next wave of regenerative medicine. The hour opens with a deep dive into plasmapheresis—a therapy powerful enough to lower inflammatory cytokines, reset the immune system, reverse biological age, and even remove PFAS “forever chemicals.” But why are only 20 people being offered a one-time, dramatically discounted launch? And what does this treatment mean for young women preparing for pregnancy… or biohackers chasing optimal health?

From there, the conversation sharpens: How dangerous are the microplastics and toxins we’re unknowingly passing on to the next generation? Can Quest biomarker panels reveal hidden immune threats before symptoms appear? And what happens when you finally have a treatment that can remove those chemicals instead of just worrying about them?

Then Dr. Scott shifts gears—and shocks listeners—with his personal experience using next-generation stem cell blends for hair regrowth and joint repair. Jeremy adds his own proof-of-concept story with the HOCATT ozone sauna, boosting immunity so powerfully that even a 103° fever couldn’t take him down.

Tune in to find out how different your future might look if you started on a new health journey now?

HR2 Dr. Scott: Hack Your Health: VO2 Max, Light Therapy & Biomarkers That Predict Longevity 11-12-25

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Almost across the board, Liberty (the responsible exercise of freedom) lost on election day 2025. My fellow toastmasters reflect on the outcomes of the election and what active and engaged citizens should focus on. 

Professor Kurt Gerwitz discusses bicycle infrastructure and who should pay for it. 

Owner of Radiant Painting and Lighting Karen Gordey shares holiday lighting tips. 

RE/MAX Realtor Karen Levine notes the latest regarding the residential real estate market. 
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11-13-2025: The Outcomes of the Election- Liberty Toastmasters Reflect

HOUR 1
Hour 1 of Rush to Reason hits the ground running as John Rush welcomes Steve House, former Colorado GOP Chair and longtime health-care executive, for a rapid-fire look at the future of AI, medicine, and education. What happens when artificial intelligence reads your bloodwork better than your doctor? Could peptides disrupt Big Pharma the way streaming crushed cable? And why have drug launch prices jumped from $2,100 in 2008 to over $180,000 today?

Steve breaks down the explosion of AI tools like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Quarrio—platforms that can analyze symptoms, generate medical summaries, explain drug interactions, and even role-play ER physicians or comedians like Bill Burr. If AI can help people avoid unnecessary appointments, reduce anxiety, and make smarter decisions, will unions, bureaucracies, and giant health systems try to block it?

John and Steve push further: Could AI slash labor costs, reinvent classrooms, and eliminate menial tasks across entire professions? Will institutions embrace it—or fight it? And are we heading toward a world where advanced expertise becomes accessible to everyone?

This hour is provocative, funny, and packed with bold predictions.

HOUR 2
Hour 2 explodes with political heat as John Rush breaks down the real story behind the government shutdown and the six Democrats who crossed party lines. Were they acting on principle—or trying to affect last week’s elections? With 42 million Americans on SNAP, John asks: Why is dependency rising when jobs are everywhere? Should drug testing, tighter restrictions, and accountability be required before taxpayers foot the bill?

Caller Dan pushes the discussion into health-care reform, HSAs, and free-market medicine, sharing shocking billing stories. John argues conservatives are missing a huge opportunity by refusing to use AI as a communication tool—while the Left embraces it.

Caller Jeff raises the case for lifestyle-based insurance rates, while Brad from Lakewood unleashes a blistering critique of GOP messaging, low turnout, and Trump’s reliance on Truth Social. If conservatives can’t communicate their wins, how do they expect to win elections?

This hour is fiery, blunt, and unapologetically honest.

HOUR 3
Hour 3 delivers political fireworks, hard data, and eye-opening corruption. John Rush welcomes “Jerzee Joe,” (https://www.youtube.com/@jerzeejoe3145) who arrives with statistics showing how broken the system is. Why are only 0.25% of federal employees fired for cause when private industry averages 3–5%? Why do blue states like New Mexico and New York lead the nation in SNAP dependency, while Wyoming and Utah stay near 5%? And how can one man collect six sets of SNAP benefits across multiple states?

Joe reveals massive NGO fraud, including a St. Louis nonprofit that burned $11 million on luxuries and a Minneapolis restaurant claiming to feed thousands—but feeding only 40 paying customers. He then exposes the Chicago Teachers Union for spending $173,000 on a “recording studio” with a pool in New Mexico.

The hour shifts as market analyst Scott Garliss (https://cscottgarliss.substack.com) breaks down panic surrounding Michael Burry, AI stocks like NVIDIA and Palantir, and whether an “AI bubble” is looming. Are pessimists fueling fear while long-term investors reap the rewards?

Fast, sharp, and packed with revelations—this hour pulls no punches. 

HR2 Did Democrats Rig the Narrative? Shutdown Truth & Conservative Wake-Up Call. 11-13-25

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The UN Climate Conference COP30 is meeting in Brazil November 10-21, 2025. Aljazeera reports that world leaders are gathered on the edge of the fast dwindling Amazon rainforest in advance of the official kick-off. CEO of Laramie Energy Bob Boswell shares his thoughts on the curious actions to cut down the rainforest to build a highway for the climate summit. 

Author Pam Long discusses her most recent article What Could a Republican Slate Look Like for the Colorado Executive Branch. 

Antoinette De La Cruz expounds on the dangers of childhood gender transition. 

Alicia Garcia and Teddy Collins share updates regarding protecting yourself from bad actors. 
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11-14-2025: Gathered On the Edge of the Fast Dwindling Amazon- Bob Boswell Shares His Thoughts

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