Science, Spirit, and Courage in the Midst of Covid, feat. Dr. Joe Ladapo
Dr. Joseph Ladapo is a Nigerian-American physician and health policy researcher currently serving as the Surgeon General of Florida since 2021. Born in Nigeria, he immigrated to the United States at the age of 5 with his family when his father, a microbiologist, came to continue his studies. Dr. Ladapo completed his undergraduate studies at Wake Forest University, where he was a decathlete and captain of the varsity track and field team. He then went on to earn his MD from Harvard Medical School and a PhD in Health Policy from Harvard Graduate School of Arts and Sciences. He completed his clinical training in internal medicine. Throughout his career, Dr. Ladapo has held various academic positions. He served as a faculty member in the Department of Population Health at NYU School of Medicine and as a Staff Fellow at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Prior to his current role, he was an Associate Professor at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. Dr. Ladapo's research focuses on clinical trial interventions and reducing the population burden of cardiovascular disease. His work has been funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, and his studies have been published in leading medical journals. In recent years, Dr. Ladapo has gained prominence for his bold stance on COVID-19 mitigation measures, in which he opposed mask and vaccine mandates, questioned the safety of COVID-19 vaccines, and approved alternative treatments. Currently, Dr. Ladapo serves as a Professor of Medicine at the University of Florida College of Medicine in addition to his role as Florida's Surgeon General. He is married and has three young children.
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Defending Farmers and Fighting for Food Freedom, feat. Pete Kennedy
Pete Kennedy is an attorney based in Sarasota, Florida, with decades of experience defending food freedom and small-scale farming. From 2008 to 2016, he served as President of the Farm-to-Consumer Legal Defense Fund, where he championed the rights of farmers and consumers against overreach by state and federal regulators. Pete has represented or supported dairy farmers facing enforcement actions in Florida, Wisconsin, Ohio, Michigan, and Indiana, and has played a key role in helping farmers across the country establish raw milk operations. His work has made him a trusted advocate in the national movement for local food freedom and informed consumer choice.
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How the Medical System Failed Us, feat. Dr. Mollie James
Dr. Mollie James is a board-certified critical care physician and trauma surgeon with frontline experience treating COVID-19 patients in both New York City and the Midwest. A vocal advocate for medical freedom and informed consent, she founded the James Clinic to provide patient-centered care without insurance or government interference.
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Christian Apologetics and the Case for Christ, feat. Wes Huff
Wesley “Wes” Huff is a Canadian Christian apologist, theologian, and scholar specializing in biblical manuscripts and Christian theology. Born in Multan, Pakistan, he spent his early years in the Middle East, significantly influencing his interest in cultural and theological studies. At the age of 11, Huff was diagnosed with a rare neurological condition, acute transverse myelitis, that left him paralyzed from the waist down. However, he experienced a remarkable recovery that doctors could not explain medically, an event that profoundly shaped his passion for ministry and theology. As the Central Canada Director for Apologetics Canada since 2019, Huff has been actively involved in organizing and participating in public dialogues, debates, and interfaith events across North America. He regularly presents at conferences, churches, and university campuses, addressing the reliability of biblical manuscripts, theology, and cultural engagement. Huff lives in Toronto with his wife and three children, and his work is highly regarded for its academic rigor and engaging communication style.
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Update from Washington: Brendan Carr
Brendan Carr's career in telecommunications policy spans over a decade. He began his legal career as a clerk for Judge Dennis W. Shedd of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. Later, he worked as an attorney at Wiley Rein LLP, focusing on appellate, litigation, and telecom practices. In 2012, Carr joined the FCC as a staffer, working on spectrum policy and competition matters. He then served as the lead advisor to FCC Commissioner Ajit Pai on wireless, public safety, and international issues. Carr was later appointed as the FCC's General Counsel, representing the agency in court and serving as its chief legal advisor. In 2017, President Donald Trump nominated Carr to serve as an FCC Commissioner, and he was confirmed unanimously by the U.S. Senate on August 3, 2017. He was sworn into office on August 11, 2017. In January 2025, Carr was elevated to the position of FCC Chairman by President Trump during his second term.
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