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Who's really behind the wheel of America's big rigs, and how did unqualified drivers end up operating some of the most dangerous vehicles on our highways? Filmmaker and author Adam Coleman joins Libby Emmons to discuss his new documentary, The Illegal Highways, which examines fatal trucking accidents involving illegal immigrants, the families left devastated by those crashes, and the systemic failures he believes made these tragedies preventable. Coleman exposes what he describes as a troubling network of questionable commercial driver's license schools, human smuggling operations, exploited migrant workers, and trucking companies operating with little accountability.   Libby and Adam explore allegations of fraudulent licensing, exhausted drivers working under dangerous conditions, and the role of major corporations and freight brokers in creating demand for cheap labor. They also examine the human cost of labor exploitation, the economic consequences of illegal immigration, and whether American consumers unknowingly support an industry built on dangerous practices. Plus, a broader discussion about immigration, assimilation, national identity, and what it means to preserve American culture in an increasingly interconnected world. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Is a new generation rediscovering Christianity? Libby Emmons sits down with Dave Stotts, host of Drive-Thru History and The Road Less Traveled, to explore the historical foundations of Catholicism and its relevance today. From the underground Christian city of Derinkuyu to the seven churches of Revelation and the House of Mary in Ephesus, Stotts shares how more than 20 years of exploring biblical history on location ultimately led him to convert to Catholicism. The conversation also examines the reported resurgence of religious interest among young Americans, the sacrifices of early martyrs, the importance of Church tradition, and the lasting influence of Christianity on Western civilization. It's a journey through ancient history, personal faith, and the search for meaning in the modern world. **Watch Dave Stotts' work:**  Drive Thru History: https://drivethruhistory.com  Drive Thru Adventures: https://drivethruadventures.com  The Road Less Traveled: https://www.ewtn.com   ●     Subscribe to Libby's newsletter at libbysdesk.com and find more episodes at thepodmillennial.com.   ●     This episode is sponsored by Sound Money — buy real physical gold and silver for as little as $1. Open a free account at sound.money/libby.   Show Links The Pod Millennial on ART19: https://art19.com/shows/the-post-millennial Libby Emmons on X: https://x.com/libbyemmons The Post Millennial: https://thepostmillennial.com/ The Pod Millennial: https://www.thepodmillennial.com/ Just the News Podcast Network: https://justthenews.com/podcasts See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Investigative journalist and bestselling author Andy Ngo joins Libby Emmons on The Pod Millennial to uncover the disturbing story of the Zizians, a secretive extremist group linked to multiple deaths and criminal investigations across the United States. Discussing his new book, The Zizians: Inside a Trans Death Cult, Ngo traces the group's origins in Silicon Valley's rationalist and effective altruist communities, its radical beliefs about artificial intelligence and animal rights, and the alleged violence surrounding its members. From mysterious identities and unconventional living arrangements to the killing of a U.S. Border Patrol agent and other criminal cases, Ngo takes listeners inside one of the country's most unsettling true-crime stories.   ●    Subscribe to Libby's newsletter at libbysdesk.com and find more episodes at thepodmillennial.com.   ●    This episode is sponsored by Sound Money — buy real physical gold and silver for as little as $1. Open a free account at sound.money/libby.   Show Links The Pod Millennial on ART19: https://art19.com/shows/the-post-millennial Libby Emmons on X: https://x.com/libbyemmons The Post Millennial: https://thepostmillennial.com/ The Pod Millennial: https://www.thepodmillennial.com/ Just the News Podcast Network: https://justthenews.com/podcasts   Andy’s Links: X (Twitter): @MrAndyNgo Substack: Ngo Comment Official Website: Andy-Ngo.com New Book: The Zizians: Inside a Trans Death Cult See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Is America experiencing a new socialist revolution, and what can conservatives do to push back? On this episode of The Pod Millennial, Libby Emmons sits down with Human Events Daily host Jack Posobiec for an in-depth conversation about *Unhumans 2: Socialist Revolution*, his new book with Joshua Lisec. Posobiec explains why he believes the warnings from the original *Unhumans* have become even more urgent, examining the rise of democratic socialist politicians, the influence of radical political movements, and the growing threat of political violence. He reflects on the assassination of his friend Charlie Kirk and how that tragedy helped shape the new edition of the book. The conversation explores Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic Socialists of America, the evolution of progressive activism, and the role of language in shaping political narratives. Posobiec also discusses what he sees as the conservative movement's biggest strategic weaknesses, including its approach to messaging, fundraising, and grassroots organizing. Libby and Jack examine how Turning Point USA built a movement by reaching young Americans through campus activism, cultural events, and community engagement, and why Posobiec believes building alternative institutions is essential for the future. From political ideology and media influence to cultural battles and the next generation of conservative activism, this wide-ranging interview takes a deep dive into the ideas behind *Unhumans 2* and the future of American politics. *Unhumans 2: Socialist Revolution* is scheduled for release October 20.  You can order Jack’s new book at Amazon, as well as other fine retailers.  ●     Subscribe to Libby's newsletter at libbysdesk.com and find more episodes at thepodmillennial.com.  ●     This episode is sponsored by Sound Money — buy real physical gold and silver for as little as $1. Open a free account at sound.money/libby. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode is sponsored by: Sound Money — buy real physical gold and silver for as little as $1. Open a free account at https://sound.money/libby. and 4Patriots — visit https://TPMPrepper.com for an amazing exclusive offer on generators and $1,411.75 in FREE Gifts! What happens when the language of mental health starts replacing personal responsibility? Libby Emmons sits down with clinical psychologist and author Dr. Chloe Carmichael for a wide-ranging conversation about the state of mental health in America, the role of therapy, free speech, personal accountability, and whether the mental health establishment is actually helping people become stronger and more resilient. Dr. Carmichael argues that an internal locus of control—the belief that our own choices can meaningfully affect our lives—is an important part of psychological well-being. She discusses her experience as a practicing psychologist, why she believes therapy should help people improve rather than become a permanent dependency, and why basic habits such as exercise, nutrition, and sleep can sometimes be overlooked in conversations about emotional health. The conversation also examines ideological conformity within the mental health profession, social-emotional learning in schools, the relationship between free expression and psychological well-being, and concerns about treating destructive behavior primarily through the lens of mental illness. Libby and Dr. Carmichael then turn to the controversial Lindsay Clancy case and discuss mental illness, criminal responsibility, postpartum psychosis, accountability, and the broader cultural consequences of separating actions from personal agency. Dr. Chloe Carmichael is the author of Can I Say That? Why Free Speech Matters and How to Use It Fearlessly. Subscribe to Libby's newsletter at https://libbysdesk.com and find more episodes at https://thepodmillennial.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The Pod Millennial, Libby Emmons sits down with author and columnist Scott Greer to discuss his book Whitepill: The Online Right and the Making of Trump's America and revisit the rise, collapse, and legacy of the alt-right. Greer explains his argument that the movement attempted to construct an identity rooted less in traditional American history than in a romanticized vision of European heritage—from Vikings and medieval knights to classical imagery and internet culture. Libby and Greer examine why that identity appealed to some young Americans, why it struggled to translate into mainstream American politics, and how debates over race, ancestry, and belonging evolved during the Trump era. The conversation then turns to the emerging term “heritage American,” including disagreements over what it means and who it includes. Greer describes it as a largely online term intended to identify a longstanding core American population, while acknowledging that its ambiguous boundaries limit its usefulness as a popular identity. Finally, Libby and Greer discuss competing stories about America's past, the role national myths play in creating a shared identity, and Greer's argument that the Trump era permanently changed the American right. From immigration and online activism to the transition from memes and trolling toward mainstream political influence, they explore what could come next for a movement that looks very different from the conservative politics of a decade ago.  ●    Subscribe to Libby's newsletter at libbysdesk.com and find more episodes at thepodmillennial.com.  ●    This episode is sponsored by Sound Money — buy real physical gold and silver for as little as $1. Open a free account at sound.money/libby. Guest / Show Links The Pod Millennial on ART19: https://art19.com/shows/the-post-millennial Libby Emmons on X: https://x.com/libbyemmons The Post Millennial: https://thepostmillennial.com/ The Pod Millennial: https://www.thepodmillennial.com/ Just the News Podcast Network: https://justthenews.com/podcasts Scott Greer on X: https://x.com/ScottMGreer Scott Greer's Highly Respected: https://highly-respected.com/ Book: Whitepill: The Online Right and the Making of Trump's America   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Libby Emmons sits down with Matthew Taylor, an artist and senior advisor at the National Endowment for the Humanities. Matthew shares his journey back to Washington D.C. to promote public art and culture, discussing significant projects like the America 250 initiative and the restoration of historical statues. They delve into the importance of preserving art and history amidst contemporary debates, and how public art can reflect the spirit of American ingenuity. Consider the role of public art in your own life. How does it shape your experience of the cities and spaces you inhabit? What stories do these artworks tell, and how can they foster a deeper understanding of our shared history?  ●    Subscribe to Libby's newsletter at libbysdesk.com and find more episodes at thepodmillennial.com. ●    This episode is sponsored by Sound Money — buy real physical gold and silver for as little as $1. Open a free account at sound.money/libby. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Libby Emmons sits down with Dawn Buckingham, the Texas Land Commissioner, to discuss her role and the significance of land management in Texas. We explore pressing issues such as border security, the controversy surrounding the Big Bend area, and the importance of rare earth minerals in achieving energy independence. Dawn shares insights on her initiatives, including the preservation of the Alamo and its historical significance.   ●    Subscribe to Libby's newsletter at libbysdesk.com and find more episodes at thepodmillennial.com.   ●    This episode is sponsored by Sound Money — buy real physical gold and silver for as little as $1. Open a free account at sound.money/libby. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, Libby Emmons sits down with award-winning director Matthew Thayer to discuss his latest documentary, Can You Hear Me Now. The conversation dives into the intriguing intersection of faith, politics, and prophecy, particularly in the context of the 2020 election and the role of figures like Charlie Kirk. Matthew shares his personal experiences with prophetic culture, the challenges of filmmaking, and the importance of faith in public life.   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of The Pod Millennial, Libby Emmons sits down with journalist Shane Cashman, author of the new book Good Villains (Skyhorse Publishing), for a raw, behind-the-scenes look at the biggest viral moments of the last few years — and what they reveal about truth, power, and the fight for reality itself. Shane shares the wild story of how a single tweet led him into Kanye West's inner circle during one of Ye's most chaotic public moments.. He opens up about faith, forgiveness, and what he really witnessed behind closed doors. The conversation goes deep into Kari Lake's border fight in Arizona, the chaos inside the Maricopa County ballot trial.  Shane and Libby also discuss a viral human trafficking story that spiraled into an internet firestorm — and Shane's harrowing firsthand experience embedding with predator hunters catching child predators in real time. They close with reflections on Charlie Kirk's murder, the erosion of independent journalism, and discuss how the real battle isn’t left versus right anymore — it’s a war on reality itself. Subscribe to Libby's newsletter at libbysdesk.com and find more episodes at thepodmillennial.com. This episode is sponsored by Sound Money — buy real physical gold and silver for as little as $1. Open a free account at sound.money/libby. “Good Villains” by Shane Cashman is available for pre-order now from Skyhorse Publishing, releasing September 1st. Find Shane at shanecashman.com and shanecashman.substack.com, and catch him hosting Inverted World, Monday–Thursday nights. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

More than a decade after the Charlie Hebdo massacre, has the West learned anything — or capitulated further to extremism? Libby Emmons opens with a hard look at how Western media and governments have repeatedly bowed to Islamist threats, from cartoon controversies in Denmark and Sweden to teachers still in hiding for showing a cartoon in class. Then, National Post legend Barbara Kay joins the show to break down the human rights complaint filed against her by a well-known trans activist for "deadnaming" and refusing to use his preferred pronouns. Barbara and Libby dig into Canada's speech laws, the state of free expression versus America's First Amendment protections, and where the lines should be drawn. The conversation widens into the rise of DSA-style socialism in the US and Canada, identity politics, and growing antisemitism across Canadian streets — including Barbara's warning about Canada’s future. About Barbara Kay: Longtime opinion columnist at the National Post. Find her on X @BarbaraRKay or by searching nationalpost.com + Barbara Kay. Subscribe to Libby's newsletter at libbysdesk.com and find more episodes at thepodmillennial.com. This episode is sponsored by Sound Money — buy real physical gold and silver for as little as $1. Open a free account at sound.money/libby. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of The Pod Millennial, host Libby Emmons opens with a personal story about her father tossing a Beastie Boys cassette out the car window and her thoughts on parental responsibility vs. censorship. Then, attorney Lorcan Price of Alliance Defending Freedom International joins the show to unpack how the EU's Digital Services Act and the "Brussels Effect" are quietly exporting European speech restrictions to American platforms—and by extension, Americans. They cover Germany's law against insulting politicians, the shifting definitions of "hate speech" and "Islamophobia," how free speech advocacy flipped from left to right over the past three decades, and why AOC and Mamdani's calls for the U.S. to embrace international human rights law should worry anyone who values the First Amendment. The episode is sponsored by Sound Money. LINKS:  Lorcan Price: https://fedsoc.org/bio/lorcan-price Subscribe to Libby's daily newsletter at libbysdesk.com Follow Libby Emmons on X: https://x.com/libbyemmons Find all episodes at thepodmillennial.com Support our show by visiting our sponsor:  Sound Money. Open your free account at sound.money/libby See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What if everything culture tells you about the "right time" to have a baby is wrong? This week, Libby Emmons sits down with Rachel Reeves — political commentator, writer, and mom of four — to talk about what our culture gets wrong about motherhood, fertility, and the so-called perfect timeline for women's lives. Rachel had her fourth daughter at 42, and she's not here to apologize for it. She opens up about the shocking questions her doctors asked her during that pregnancy, the pressure women face to follow a prescribed life script — college, career, then maybe kids — and why she believes releasing control opened her family up to unexpected joy. The episode is sponsored by Sound Money. LINKS:  Rachel Reeves: Instagram & Substack: https://www.instagram.com/herearetheheadlines Subscribe to Libby's daily newsletter at libbysdesk.com Follow Libby Emmons on X: https://x.com/libbyemmons Find all episodes at thepodmillennial.com Support our AMAZING sponsor: Support the show through today's sponsor — Sound Money. Open your free account at sound.money/libby See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What does a 1980s sitcom about banning Huckleberry Finn have to do with today's censorship battles?  On this episode of The Pod Millennial, host Libby Emmons opens with a look back at a surprisingly prescient Family Ties episode about free speech and book bans — then welcomes author Ben Appel to unpack the bizarre censorship of his book “Cis White Gay: The Making of a Gender Heretic” and what it reveals about a movement that claims to fight for acceptance while quietly punishing anyone who steps out of line. Ben traces the eerie parallels between the authoritarian cult he was raised in and the ideological conformity he encountered at Columbia University, where he says he learned fast that his identity mattered more than his actual views. It's a candid conversation about ideological capture, dogma dressed up as liberation, and what it costs to speak an inconvenient truth. Find Ben Appel on X @benapell, on Substack (Ben Appel's Newsletter), and at benapellwrites.com. His book Cis White Gay: The Making of a Gender Heretic is available in hardcover, paperback, e-book, and audiobook wherever books are sold. This episode is sponsored by SoundMoney. LINKS:  Subscribe to Libby's daily newsletter at libbysdesk.com Follow Libby Emmons on X: https://x.com/libbyemmons Find all episodes at thepodmillennial.com Support our AMAZING sponsor: SoundMoney: www.sound.money/libby See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Learn more. Open a free account: https://www.sound.money/libby In this special episode, Libby Emmons sits down with Josh Anderson, co-founder of SoundMoney, to break down why buying precious metals has traditionally felt expensive, complicated, and out of reach for everyday people — and how his company is changing that. Josh explains how SoundMoney lets anyone buy gold and silver fractionally, starting with as little as $1, at the same price per ounce as large buyers get. They cover how the platform works from account setup to instant liquidation, why storing your metals in SoundMoney's insured, and how gold and silver have historically preserved purchasing power far better than cash — including some eye-opening real-world comparisons and decades of dollar inflation. Whether you're gold-curious or just tired of watching cash lose value, this conversation makes the case for why real assets belong in everyone's portfolio — not just banks and hedge funds. Go to:https://www.sound.money/libby See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.