In this month’s current events, Mr.J and I discuss the government shut down, what it means, who it all affects, peace talk with Israel and Hamas, Charlie Kirk’s death, Charlie’s funeral, Trumps accomplishments since being in office, painting the border walls dark to keep immigrants out, the freedom of speech, and Mr.J’s stamp collection!
In this month’s movie review, Justin and I discuss the 2019 Quentin Tarantino movie, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood! This movie takes you back to a time where you see what an actors life was like in the late 60’s. Though the movie is entertaining, it is filled with hidden history linked to the Manson murders, that still terrorizes people today! Prior to the movie review, Justin and I discuss the Charlie Kirk murder, the Russian girls stabbing in Charlotte, and the price of free speech! We end the episode by leaving a review for this month’s drink, whiskey sours, enjoy!
In this seasons first solo episode, I discuss the Charlie Kirk assassination, the aftermath and effect it has had on people, the stabbing in the Charlotte subway, staying alert in today’s world, being aware of your surroundings, judicial reform for repeat offenders, and the need to buy a firearm to protect yourself and family, Mr. Bones and I then discuss the importance of the spine and testicles, how to get them back if you lost them, finding your voice again, speaking up when no one else will, and having the courage to face the repercussions when necessary for saying what need to be said!
In this month’s movie review, Justin and I discuss the 2012 movie Lawless! This movie tells the story of the Bondurant brothers as they transport their illegal moonshine during the 20’s prohibition era. The movie brings many twist and turns of adventure, family loyalty, and the true test of courage when it’s time for it! Throughout the movie discussion, we review several moonshine brands and give our ratings. Enjoy!
In this months episode of current events, Mr. j and I discuss the candidates running for SC governor, the Epstein files, the presidents power to pardon, Maxine possibly getting a pardon, prisoners getting the stimulus checks while in prison, employee fired over not using correct pronouns, Bryan Kohberger sentencing, hunter killed by cape buffalo, Trump and Putin meet in Alaska, Florida officers arrest the Chuckee Cheese mascot, and celebrating Mr.J’s 50th wedding anniversary!
We hold no punches in this weeks episode! We start off with the deaths of Hulk Hogan and Ozzy Osborne, Liver King threatening Joe Rogan, and the couple caught on camera at the Coldplay concert! We then get into the deep stuff: knowing who’s in your circle, listening to people in their vulnerable and weak moments, mediocrity in young police officers starting out in their career, reaching out to people when you need help, suicide is not the answer, trying to water a dead plant, jealousy in people including coworkers, saying the hard stuff when no one else wants to, being your authentic self, staying consistent when everything gets busy, taking ownership of your mistakes, qualities in a good leader, and real vs. the fake!
In this months movie review, we discuss the new 2025 film Sinners, directed by Ryan Coogler. This movie takes on a new twist in a time of segregation vs. vampires in the early 1930’s . The movie stars and all time cast including Michael B. Jordan, Miles Caton, and Delroy Lindo! So sit back and enjoy as we discuss favorite scenes, the actors best performances, and behind the scenes facts, ending with a drink review!
Iran vs. Israel, will America get involved? Elon and Trump exchange words, the “Big Beautiful Bill,” What’s in the bill? Have democrats lost all their credibility? The discontinuing of the penny, the “no king” protest, Trump pardons the Chrisley’s , the L.A. riots, 33% of Americans on some type of welfare, and the Mexican navy ship crashing into the Brooklyn Bridge! Find out Mr. J’s take on this episode of current events!
In this June’s movie of the month review, Justin and I discuss Alfred Hitchcock’s Rear Window, from 1954! This movie is still in the top 100 list of greatest movies ever made, 70 years later! The uniqueness of the movie takes place on one movie set, and dives into the everyday lives of people at one time through one man’s view from an apartment window. We find out in the end one man’s consequences of being to involved with others business, the morality of spying on others, and the overall plot of who done it in the end! This movie stars the old Hollywood legends James Stewart, Grace Kelly, Thelma Ritter, and Wendell Corey! At the end we give a review on our drink of the episode the typical Old Fashioned! Recipe as follows: one shot of water, 2 shots of your favorite Bourbon, and one shot of Master of Mixes Old Fashioned mixer. Stir well, and serve on the rocks! This mixer is easy if you do not have time to go through the whole process of bitters and orange peels! Rear Window is currently available on Netflix! Enjoy!
In this episode I sit down with retired lead Investigator Chris Odom, to discuss the horrific case of 2019, the death of college student Samantha Josephson. Investigator Odom walks us through the night of the incident, her body being found, what lead up to her killer being located, the evidence found, and the trial. This case also made significant changes to UBER’s policies for verification of drivers and passengers. This case has also sparked several tv documentaries Killer Cases/ Murder in college town and See No Evil/ Ride Share Nightmare. Enjoy!
In this month’s movie review, Justin and I sit down to discuss the 2005 four time award winner The Million Dollar Baby! This film has been hailed as one of Clint Eastwoods best top 5 movies, winning best director, best supporting actor, best picture, and best actress! Starring, Clint Eastwood, Hilary Swank, and Morgan Freeman. At the conclusion, Justin breaks down the drink “The Million Dollar Baby” ingredients including simple syrup, ginger beer, white rum, and juice of your choice! Enjoy!
In this episode Mr. j and I discuss the first 100 days of Trumps term, the new pope, the possible reopening of Alcatraz, possible peace talks between Zelensky and Putin, Will China keep their end of the bargain on tariffs? Will Trumps tariff plan work in the near future? Will America recover financially from the tariffs? Found out Mr.J’s input in this episode!
In this episode , we break away from current events, and venture out in a new segment called movie of the month review! My guest Justin and I discuss the 1995, five time Academy Award winner, Braveheart! If you’re tired of the same repetitive remakes of current films, go back and watch this time less classic that’s filled with action, drama, romance, and thriller! We dive into the greatest scenes of the movie along with behind the scenes facts of the film! At the end we leave a rating of the movie and drink of the podcast while recording , BUSHMILLS the original Irish whiskey! Enjoy!
In this episode Melissa talks about the challenges and rewards of becoming a female officer in a predominantly male occupation in the early 90’s, life after retirement, dealing with traumatic calls throughout her career, the importance of first impressions in the job, the juvenile system in this country, what it was like being a school resource officer, court security, code enforcement, and a dispatcher , having someone to talk to when you have a bad call or bad day, finding positives in a cynical career, calling for agencies across the country to have incentives for retirees to come back to their departments, and the struggle of finding insurance benefits once retired!
In this episode Mr. j and I start off the episode discussing the oversized rapper lawsuit Dank Demoss suing Lyft for being unable to transport her, Trumps recent speech to Congress, President Zelensky requesting more monetary and foreign military aide after already receiving billions of dollars from the US, DOGE and what it has accomplished so far, Elon Musk and the wasted money our tax dollars have gone to. We then go to our Q and A questions from listeners to answer questions such as if the illegal immigrants were brought here to rig the election, can America become self sufficient?, how do we stop the homelessness in this country?, and voter ID!
In this episode I sit down with author Ronni Collins to discuss her latest book: This Is 9-1-1 We Have An Emergency! Ronni is an advocate for dispatchers across the country to be placed in the category of first responders! Currently 18 states recognize them as such. Ronni dives into the stress that comes with this job, what dispatchers and first responders can do to manage the stress that comes with it, why there is such a hiring problem in this field, the process that takes place once someone calls 911, and the rewards that come with this occupation! Her book can currently be purchased on Amazon!
In this episode we sit down with owner and founder of Valkyrie Tactical Solutions, Thomas Tardo. Their company offers a variety of classes and training to local and out of state agencies to include: active shooter training, tactical emergency casualty care, cpr, basic life support, tactical breacher series, and their famous SC swat challenge! We discuss Thomas’s military background, what to do in an active shooter scenario incident, being familiar with your surroundings and state laws, basic skills to stop the bleeding if necessary, and what agencies can do better with communication. If you want to sharpen your skills and become a better LEO or become a more proficient and cognizant citizen, you don’t want to miss this episode! https://www.upstatevalkyrie.com/
Trump is formally inaugurated as the 47th president! In this episode Mr. J and I discuss what Trump need to focus on during his tenure, the inauguration ceremony, the California wild fires, the abuse of power, the term pardon, and another frivolous insurance claim including brown bears!
In this episode my brother and I discuss our recent trip to Africa and my first kill! We answer your questions and discuss the trip from America to our hunting location, the African culture vs American culture, the animals we shot and harvested while there, plains games vs. dangerous game, and the process of having the animals turned into taxidermy! We also discuss the ending to one of the most watched tv series, Yellowstone, the election results, closing chapters in 2024, and setting boundaries with people in 2025!
The elections over, and the American people have cast their vote! Donald Trump will soon be the country’s 47th president! What next? Where do we go from here?