In this conversation, Mandie K interviews Brittany Oldfield, a survivor of human trafficking. Despite facing immense trauma and adversity, Brittany's resilience and determination to protect others shine through.

She highlights the importance of understanding the complexities of the conditioning, coercion, manipulation and force used by human traffickers. She highlights the misconceptions and systemic barriers that exist around human trafficking and emphasizes the importance of believing and supporting survivors.

Brittany emphasizes the importance of raising awareness about the different forms of coercion used in human trafficking.

The conversation highlights the lack of support and understanding from authorities and the continued challenges faced by survivors.

Brittany concludes by highlighting the resources and organizations available to help survivors and the need for survivor-to-survivor support (ex: Thrive Peer Recovery Services).

She shares her own experience of finding healing and purpose through faith and peer support, and how she now works to advocate for other survivors and educate the public about human trafficking.

In this conversation, Mandie and Natalie discuss their different perspectives on abortion and reproductive rights.

Natalie holds a pro-life stance based on her Christian worldview, scientific evidence, and personal experience growing up in a large family. Mandie, on the other hand, believes in a woman's right to choose based on her interpretation of the Constitution, freedom of religion, and the right to privacy.

They explore the intersection of ethics and morals, the role of government in regulating abortion, and the definition of rights.

Despite their differences, they emphasize the importance of respectful dialogue and finding common ground. They agree that science can provide facts but not moral standards, and that morality is a philosophical matter.

Most importantly, they find common ground in the need for reform in adoption and foster care, transparency in contraceptive education, and informed consent for medical procedures.

In this conversation, Mandie K (Liberal) interviews Marshall Ariza (Conservative), a retired consultant with a background in economics and finance. They discuss the influence of elites and the necessity for transparency in media organizations, delving into topics of faith, the importance of questioning authority, and the value of diverse perspectives. The speakers share their personal experiences with Christianity, emphasizing the need to critically assess the foundations of one’s faith. They also explore the role of economics in society and highlight the lack of education and dialogue around fiscal policy. A continuous theme is the importance of authenticity in leadership and the need for leaders to be transparent and accountable.
The principal themes of the conversation include the significance of transparency and authenticity in discussions, the need for respectful dialogue that embraces diverse viewpoints, the role of questioning authority and holding decision-makers accountable, the historical importance of immigration in America, and the erosion of the country’s foundational principles. The discussion underscores the value of asking questions, listening to different viewpoints, and collaborating to uphold the principles of the Constitution and the Republic.