Grief doesn’t keep a tidy calendar. After months of waiting, closed doors, and a family pulled in different directions, we finally laid a mother to rest beside her dad and felt the first real breath of relief. The next morning, we did something brand new together: we walked into church as a family, not for ceremony or obligation, but for hope. What unfolded was honest and unscripted—tears in the first song, our toddler dancing through worship, and a message that hit like a key turning in a lock.

We talk openly about addiction, suicide, and the strange ways grief lingers—like driving the old routes, searching faces you know you won’t find. Then we share how a TikTok live, a warm voice, and a simple prayer sparked a commitment to read the Bible in a year and pursue baptism. Faith wasn’t a dramatic conversion moment so much as a series of small, brave yeses: ordering tabs for a new Bible, choosing a church with a strong children’s program, and realizing that godparents should be a calling, not just a title.

Inside the service, one image reframed everything: empty the cup. You can’t mix coffee, wine, vinegar, and salt water and expect something good. In the same way, you can’t fill a crowded heart with peace. We explore what it means to pour out distraction, fear, and resentment so there’s room for healing, presence, and purpose. We also wrestle with feeling “behind” in faith and offer a gentler goal—know a little more about Jesus today than yesterday. That simple benchmark turns intimidation into momentum.

If you’re navigating loss, craving a restart, or trying to raise a family with intention, this conversation offers practical hope, clear language, and a reminder that closure and renewal can live side by side. Listen, share with someone who needs it, and if this resonated, follow the show, leave a review, and tell us one small habit that’s helping you heal.

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Grief can flatten you—or forge you. On Charlie Kirk’s first heavenly birthday, we sit with the weight of loss and the power of witness as Erica Kirk accepts the Presidential Medal of Freedom and models a fearless, faith-first path forward. That moment reframed our day and our decisions, pulling a simple prayer—“Thy will be done”—from ink on skin into the center of our work, our words, and our homes.

We open up about the tension between honoring a legacy and avoiding the appearance of profit, and how hundreds of conversations at the Fryeburg Fair shifted our view. The result is a community-shaped tribute: two made-in-the-USA designs—Freedom and Fearless—that pair a bold front with a half cross on the back, “God, Family, Country,” and “Live like Charlie: faith over fear,” finished with a gold signature. It’s more than merch; it’s a commitment to carry a message with integrity and intention.

Along the way, we dig into what surrender really means—active alignment, not passive waiting—plus why America’s leadership vacuum starts at the kitchen table and stretches to our biggest stages. We talk courage you can practice, “peace through strength” as moral clarity with backbone, and how Erica’s voice is shaping a new standard for public leadership: honest, compassionate, unafraid.

If you’ve been looking for a way to turn pain into purpose and belief into action, this one’s for you. Listen, share with a friend who needs courage today, and subscribe so you don’t miss what’s next. And if the message moves you, check out the Freedom and Fearless tributes at loudproudamerican.shop and tell us how you’re choosing faith over fear.

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The season finale came with bigger stakes and sharper edges: we expanded our Fryeburg Fair booth by 10 feet, doubled down on Made in USA quality, and walked straight into the kind of attention that tests your backbone. We break down the real numbers—rent jumps, tent upgrades, inventory bets—and how an opening surge leveled into a week that finished a hair shy of our all-time record. Second best ever under tougher conditions isn’t a loss; it’s a louder floor and a clearer plan.

We dig into what the extra space actually unlocked: new eyes who’d never noticed us before, smarter product placement that turned slow movers into steady sellers, and a modular setup that will cut hours off future events. The flip side of visibility showed up too—hecklers at the doorway, a fake-email drive-by about flag code, and the constant test to keep your cool when you’re serving customers. We explain why criticism is a compass, how to convert noise into signal, and where brand integrity matters more than a photo op—like when the governor’s team asked for a picture and we stayed locked on the folks in front of us.

Behind the scenes, the bus failed us at the worst time—an ABS cascade that now means thousands in repairs and a hard pivot on road shows. We talk cash flow realities, rebuild timelines, and the digital moves we’re making to keep momentum between events, including our new QR-powered wall that turns fair traffic into year-round visits. And we share the moments that carried us through: loyal regulars who say we’re part of their fair tradition and two bald eagle sightings that felt like a message from my father—keep going, you’re on the right path.

If you care about small business resilience, American-made products, and the gritty middle between dream and result, this one’s for you. Subscribe, share with a friend who needs a push, and drop a review with your biggest takeaway—we read every word and it fuels the next leap.

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When everything that can break decides to break—bus, budget, and belief—you find out what you’re really building. We pushed into our biggest Fryeburg Fair ever by tripling our booth size, stretching every dollar, and betting on our community. Then the week erupted: the bus died at a gas station, the camper lights quit at dusk, and the last credit card barely covered a rental truck. We turned wrenches in the rain, moved mountains with borrowed tools, and showed up on opening day running on fumes and conviction.

What happened next surprised even us. With friends under the chassis, family on the sales floor, and neighbors sending solutions at midnight, the booth came to life. Saturday became the second-biggest day in our company’s history. Inventory moved faster than announcements. People who watched the struggle online walked into the tent ready to buy, encourage, and celebrate. The power of small business isn’t just product; it’s the story of persistence your customers can see and feel.

We talk about the real cost of scaling a booth—rent, fixtures, tents, and the inventory math no one posts about. We open up about mechanical failures, cash flow choices, and why accountability and prayer became our pivot. Most of all, we share the blueprint that carried us: ask for help early, ship before it’s perfect, protect your energy, and keep your mission public. On the far side of breakdowns are breakthroughs. On the far side of sacrifice is triumph. If you’ve ever stood one setback away from quitting, this one is for you.

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Left-wing lunatics hoped for a funeral. America got a revival.

Sunday's Charlie Kirk memorial service transformed into something extraordinary - a spiritual awakening that reached far beyond the 100,000 people physically present in Arizona. Viewers worldwide witnessed not just remembrances of a remarkable 31-year-old conservative leader, but testimonies that sparked what many are calling a turning point in American cultural history.

What makes this moment so powerful? The staggering numbers tell part of the story. Turning Point USA received 67,000 requests for new chapters in just days. Countless Americans reported attending church, opening Bibles, and reconnecting with faith for the first time. Vice President JD Vance revealed that Charlie had encouraged him to be more open about his Christian faith—resulting in Vance speaking more about Jesus Christ in ten days than in his entire political career.

Erica Kirk's speech became the emotional centerpiece of the event. Her grace in forgiving her husband's assassin demonstrated extraordinary spiritual strength. She shared how Charlie had previously quoted Isaiah 6:8 ("Here I am Lord, send me"), never knowing how prophetic those words would become when she cautioned him, "When you say that, God will take you up on that." Her testimony transformed grief into purpose, showing how faith sustains even in life's darkest moments.

Charlie's life embodied the courage he valued above all else. As he once said: "Courage is doing the right thing when you don't know it's going to work out. Courage is committing yourself to the correct course of action, regardless of the cost. Courage is a choice, and I choose courage." His memorial revealed previously unknown dimensions of his influence on American politics and culture, demonstrating how thoroughly he had integrated himself into driving meaningful change while maintaining his primary identity as a man of faith.

Find the courage today to open your Bible, attend church, or embrace your faith publicly. There's no better way to honor Charlie Kirk's legacy than by living with the same courage and conviction that defined his extraordinary life.

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The brutal assassination of Charlie Kirk has left America reeling, forcing us to confront the devastating reality of political violence in our nation. In this raw, emotional episode, we process this tragedy together, examining not just what happened, but what it means for our collective future.

Charlie Kirk embodied something rare in today's political landscape—a willingness to engage with opposing viewpoints. His "prove me wrong" approach gave a platform to those who disagreed with him most, creating spaces for genuine debate rather than echo chambers. This openness made him not just influential, but dangerous to those who couldn't defend their positions when challenged with facts and reason.

We don't shy away from hard truths in this conversation. We examine the responsibility social media platforms bear for allowing graphic videos to spread unchecked, while mainstream media personalities and politicians who label opponents as "fascists" and "Hitler" create an environment where violence becomes inevitable. The statistics are chilling—studies show alarming percentages of respondents supporting political assassination as acceptable.

Yet amid the darkness, we find light in Erica Kirk's extraordinary response. Her powerful speech, delivered with grace and strength just days after losing her husband, has already inspired 37,000 new requests to start Turning Point chapters nationwide. She isn't just continuing Charlie's work—she's amplifying it, turning tragedy into powerful momentum for the values he championed.

As we navigate these troubled waters together, we return to one of Charlie's most profound pieces of wisdom: "When the world seems crazy, unplug. Put your phone away, turn off the TV, get back to what's important—embrace your faith and family." In a world increasingly defined by division, perhaps this simple advice offers the path toward healing our fractured nation.

Join us for this important conversation about where America stands at this critical turning point, and how we might honor Charlie Kirk's legacy by choosing unity over division, faith over fear, and love over hate.

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Life gets hectic at the Liberty household as we prepare for Fryeburg Fair, work weddings, and navigate a major career change that could transform our family's work-life balance.

• Fryeburg Fair approaches with significant business preparation, requiring us to bring in about 2,000 items in the coming weeks
• We successfully DJed Jake and Sage's wedding despite last-minute challenges and an unexpectedly quick ceremony
• Sometimes taking a break from overwhelming tasks—like mowing a section of lawn—can help reset your mind when you're feeling stuck
• Major workplace change announced as my wife's employer offers permanent work-from-home opportunity after she voiced her unhappiness
• Transitioning from patient care to work-from-home creates culture shock but offers benefits for family time and business flexibility
• Creating structure and routine is essential when adapting to major life changes
• Tony Robbins wisdom reminds us we overestimate what we can accomplish in a year but underestimate what we can achieve in decades

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We celebrate our daughter's first birthday while reflecting on a challenging yet rewarding year at Windsor Fair and the struggles that shape our entrepreneurial journey. The road isn't always smooth, but finding joy and purpose through difficulties has become our greatest strength.

• Overcoming bus mechanical failures with the help of "redneck mechanics" who found creative solutions when we needed them most
• Navigating the financial ups and downs of Windsor Fair, including weather challenges and unexpectedly strong weekend sales
• Celebrating our daughter's first birthday at the fair with our extended "fair family" who showered her with love and gifts
• Recognizing how parenthood provides perspective and motivation during business struggles
• Reflecting on the special moments, including a bald eagle sighting on our daughter's birthday – a sign from family watching over us
• Acknowledging that both business and parenting involve constant adaptation and problem-solving
• Finding purpose in creating experiences and memories rather than focusing solely on financial outcomes
• Appreciating how our daughter is developing amazing social skills from her unique upbringing

Keep following our journey as we head to Fryeburg Fair, our biggest event of the year, continuing to build our brand while raising our little girl.

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