With the recent devastation caused by Hurricane Ida and climate change becoming a hot topic yet again, Lou's guest is Jason Lazarus Aurbach, an Emmy Award-winning producer who has produced the climate documentaries - "Rising Tides" and "Six Hours: Typhoon Yolanda." Joining Jason is Clay Backus, who has a Masters in Oceanography and was the Director of Environmental Operations for Resolve Marine Group, and is now a project manager for Crofton. They discuss how our coastlines will be underwater sooner than we think, what the future holds for our children, coastal erosion, irreparable hurricane damage, and how everything they predicted in the documentary "Rising Tides" has come true and what's in store for the sequel.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vH4apl6paP4&t=11shttps://www.amazon.com/Rising-Tides-DR-BENJAMIN-STRAUSS/dp/B01H7QOFKUThis show is about trying to fix heavy societal problems in a practical way, using common sense logic, and reasoning. Lou brings his perspective as a former police officer, global personal security specialist to some of the most iconic companies and individuals on the planet. However, Lou’s most important perspective as a father. In the end, it's about us handing over a better place for the next generation.Our show is interactive with our audience, callers, and renowned guests. No topics are ignored, however, be prepared to get an earful and interact as there are no sound-bite answers to these meaningful questions. Our show is passionate yet not snarky nor patronizing – we listen to both sides, ask relevant questions, stay on topic, and then Lou chimes in with a recap and practical breakdown with problem-solving that lays out a foundation for change – “heavy lifting” rather than kicking the can down the road. Visit our website:  www.betweenthelines.tvCreditsIt City Entertainment Production In association with Tenacity Entertainment Executive ProducersBrian B WilliamsLloyd Bryan Molander  Produced and Directed by Lloyd Bryan Molander Story ProducerRyan Rossell Recorded at Studio Podcast Suites, Jacksonville FLExecutive Producer Gary Spurgeon 

Lou speaks with Sgt. John, who spent a tour in Afghanistan, about the ill-advised exit plan, the Taliban's quick takeover, the future for Afghan women, and how poorly everything was handled. Lou responds to an email about whether or not President Biden was dealt a bad hand being elected in the middle of a pandemic, if previous administrations are also to blame for Afghanistan, and why fleeing a dangerous country and crossing the border is a bad thing. He ends the show discussing whether it is smart to reopen football stadiums at full capacity or if we're being ignorant about the virus. This show is about trying to fix heavy societal problems in a practical way, using common sense logic, and reasoning. Lou brings his perspective as a former police officer, global personal security specialist to some of the most iconic companies and individuals on the planet. However, Lou’s most important perspective as a father. In the end, it's about us handing over a better place for the next generation.Our show is interactive with our audience, callers, and renowned guests. No topics are ignored, however, be prepared to get an earful and interact as there are no sound-bite answers to these meaningful questions. Our show is passionate yet not snarky nor patronizing – we listen to both sides, ask relevant questions, stay on topic, and then Lou chimes in with a recap and practical breakdown with problem-solving that lays out a foundation for change – “heavy lifting” rather than kicking the can down the road. Visit our website:  www.betweenthelines.tvCreditsIt City Entertainment Production In association with Tenacity Entertainment Executive ProducersBrian B WilliamsLloyd Bryan Molander  Produced and Directed by Lloyd Bryan Molander Story ProducerRyan Rossell Recorded at Studio Podcast Suites, Jacksonville FLExecutive Producer Gary Spurgeon Public Relations  and Publicist -  Ed James  CHQ Media 

Lou speaks with Britt, a school teacher in Queens NY, about heading back to school during Covid times and the new mandates it involves. Is it worth the risk? Sergeant E-5 Brad VandenBerg, an Ammo Team Chief in Afghanistan for 16 months, awarded the Global War on Terrorism Medal, Army Achievement Medal, and Army Accommodation Medal speaks with Lou about the chaos unfolding in Afghanistan as our military exits the country. Were our 19 years spent there worth it? Was it all for nothing?This show is about trying to fix heavy societal problems in a practical way, using common sense logic, and reasoning. Lou brings his perspective as a former police officer, global personal security specialist to some of the most iconic companies and individuals on the planet. However, Lou’s most important perspective as a father. In the end, it's about us handing over a better place for the next generation.Our show is interactive with our audience, callers, and renowned guests. No topics are ignored, however, be prepared to get an earful and interact as there are no sound-bite answers to these meaningful questions. Our show is passionate yet not snarky nor patronizing – we listen to both sides, ask relevant questions, stay on topic, and then Lou chimes in with a recap and practical breakdown with problem-solving that lays out a foundation for change – “heavy lifting” rather than kicking the can down the road. Visit our website:  www.betweenthelines.tvCreditsIt City Entertainment Production In association with Tenacity Entertainment Executive ProducersBrian B WilliamsLloyd Bryan Molander  Produced and Directed by Lloyd Bryan Molander Story ProducerRyan Rossell Recorded at Studio Podcast Suites, Jacksonville FLExecutive Producer Gary Spurgeon Public Relations  and Publicist -  Ed James  CHQ Media 

Lou's guest is Tom Basile.  Basile is an American businessman, political commentator, and Republican politician in New York. He served in the George W. Bush administration, was the executive director of the New York Republican Party from 2009–2011. He is the author of the 2017 book Tough Sell: Fighting The Media War In Iraq, writes for FoxNews.com and Newsmax and hosts the Newsmax TV program "America Right Now." Basile is currently a councilman in Stony Point, New York, and runs the strategic communications firm Empire Solutions. Lou and Tom discuss the impact of Governor Cuomo's resignation and soon-to-be new Governor Kathy Hochul's tough task ahead in cleaning up New York. They search for solutions in response to the current high crime rate in our major cities, who is to blame, and whether they should deploy the National Guard to prevent violence in these cities. They give their opinions on the Texas border and immigration problem, who prevails between federal and state resolving this issue, and what's the solution. They end the show by discussing if there is a better system that should be put in place regarding gun control. This show is about trying to fix heavy societal problems in a practical way, using common sense logic, and reasoning. Lou brings his perspective as a former police officer, global personal security specialist to some of the most iconic companies and individuals on the planet. However, Lou’s most important perspective as a father. In the end, it's about us handing over a better place for the next generation.Our show is interactive with our audience, callers, and renowned guests. No topics are ignored, however, be prepared to get an earful and interact as there are no sound-bite answers to these meaningful questions. Our show is passionate yet not snarky nor patronizing – we listen to both sides, ask relevant questions, stay on topic, and then Lou chimes in with a recap and practical breakdown with problem-solving that lays out a foundation for change – “heavy lifting” rather than kicking the can down the road. Visit our website:  www.betweenthelines.tvCreditsIt City Entertainment Production In association with Tenacity Entertainment Executive ProducersBrian B WilliamsLloyd Bryan Molander  Produced and Directed by Lloyd Bryan Molander Story ProducerRyan Rossell Recorded at Studio Podcast Suites, Jacksonville FLExecutive Producer Gary Spurgeon Public Relations  and Publicist -  Ed James  CHQ Media 

Lou discusses the mass evictions looming over the country and the ramifications it'll have on the country. Whether New York City requiring proof of vaccination against Covid 19 to enter all restaurants and fitness centers is excessive and an invasion of privacy. He closes the show asking if America does or does not have a soul. This show is about trying to fix heavy societal problems in a practical way, using common sense logic, and reasoning. Lou brings his perspective as a former police officer, global personal security specialist to some of the most iconic companies and individuals on the planet. However, Lou’s most important perspective as a father. In the end, it's about us handing over a better place for the next generation.Our show is interactive with our audience, callers, and renowned guests. No topics are ignored, however, be prepared to get an earful and interact as there are no sound-bite answers to these meaningful questions. Our show is passionate yet not snarky nor patronizing – we listen to both sides, ask relevant questions, stay on topic, and then Lou chimes in with a recap and practical breakdown with problem-solving that lays out a foundation for change – “heavy lifting” rather than kicking the can down the road. Visit our website:  www.betweenthelines.tvCreditsIt City Entertainment Production In association with Tenacity Entertainment Executive ProducersBrian B WilliamsLloyd Bryan Molander  Produced and Directed by Lloyd Bryan Molander Story ProducerRyan Rossell Recorded at Studio Podcast Suites, Jacksonville FLExecutive Producer Gary Spurgeon Public Relations  and Publicist -  Ed James  CHQ Media 

Allen, a hospice worker, asks Lou if the pandemic will ever end if the country remains divided between vaccinated and unvaccinated people. The next caller Bob has a strong family history of law enforcement and wants to know Lou's opinion on Minneapolis voting to replace their police department with a public safety department. Lou discusses the Texas House situation and how six members who fled to D.C. tested positive for Covid and if they should face fines/punishments for fleeing the state solely for political reasons. Lou closes the show analyzing Joe Biden's 21-point immigration plan and if it will help or hurt our borders in the long run. Visit our website:  www.betweenthelines.tvCreditsIt City Entertainment Production In association with Tenacity Entertainment Executive ProducersBrian B WilliamsLloyd Bryan Molander  Produced and Directed by Lloyd Bryan Molander Story ProducerRyan Rossell Recorded at Studio Podcast Suites, Jacksonville FLExecutive Producer Gary Spurgeon Public Relations  and Publicist -  Ed James  CHQ Media 

Lou's guest is Olympia LePoint. She helped launch 28 NASA Space Shuttle missions into space and is hailed the "New Einstein" by her fans and named the "Modern Day Hidden Figure" by People Magazine. In her youth, she overcame severe poverty, a stabbing, and failing math scores but went on to become an award-winning rocket scientist, author and she gave the TED talk "Reprogramming Your Brain to Overcome Fear." Lou and Olympia discuss the significance of space exploration, the recent space tourism by Richard Branson and Jeff Bezos, her latest book Answers Unleashed II: The Science of Attracting What You Want, her new decision-making theory called Quantum Deciding, the adversities she's overcome in her life to becoming the person she is today, her involvement in STEM and helping our future children, and if she has any interest in exploring space herself. Visit our website:  www.betweenthelines.tvCreditsIt City Entertainment Production In association with Tenacity Entertainment Executive ProducersBrian B WilliamsLloyd Bryan Molander  Produced and Directed by Lloyd Bryan Molander Story ProducerRyan Rossell Recorded at Studio Podcast Suites, Jacksonville FLExecutive Producer Gary Spurgeon Public Relations  and Publicist -  Ed James  CHQ Media 

In this episode, Lou discusses the consequences of college athletes getting paid with his first caller Michael. Second caller Shannon is numb to today's biased media and asks Lou who we can trust in the media without an agenda. Lou gives his opinion on the 50 Democratic members of the Texas House of Representatives who fled the state and if they should be punished for their actions. He explains why the Haitian president was assassinated and who it benefited politically. Lou closes the show on whether we should send in the National Guard to control the violence in Chicago.This show is about trying to fix heavy societal problems in a practical way, using common sense logic, and reasoning. Lou brings his perspective as a former police officer, global personal security specialist to some of the most iconic companies and individuals on the planet. However, Lou’s most important perspective as a father. In the end, it's about us handing over a better place for the next generation.Our show is interactive with our audience, callers, and renowned guests. No topics are ignored, however, be prepared to get an earful and interact as there are no sound-bite answers to these meaningful questions. Our show is passionate yet not snarky nor patronizing – we listen to both sides, ask relevant questions, stay on topic, and then Lou chimes in with a recap and practical breakdown with problem-solving that lays out a foundation for change – “heavy lifting” rather than kicking the can down the road. Visit our website:  www.betweenthelines.tvCreditsIt City Entertainment Production In association with Tenacity Entertainment Executive ProducersBrian B WilliamsLloyd Bryan Molander  Produced and Directed by Lloyd Bryan Molander Story ProducerRyan Rossell Recorded at Studio Podcast Suites, Jacksonville FLExecutive Producer Gary Spurgeon Public Relations  and Publicist -  Ed James  CHQ Media 

Caller Sandy and Lou discuss whether combining male and female groups such as The Boy Scouts becoming The Scouts is a good thing or if they should stay separated. Lou gives his opinion on what the global backlash would be if The Wall Street Journal article is true regarding the Coronavirus being created in a lab in Wuhan, China. Lou closes the show on whether other states will model Arizona's election laws now that the Supreme Court sided with Arizona to use common-sense measures to ensure proper elections.This show is about trying to fix heavy societal problems in a practical way, using common sense logic, and reasoning. Lou brings his perspective as a former police officer, global personal security specialist to some of the most iconic companies and individuals on the planet. However, Lou’s most important perspective as a father. In the end, it's about us handing over a better place for the next generation.Our show is interactive with our audience, callers, and renowned guests. No topics are ignored, however, be prepared to get an earful and interact as there are no sound-bite answers to these meaningful questions. Our show is passionate yet not snarky nor patronizing – we listen to both sides, ask relevant questions, stay on topic, and then Lou chimes in with a recap and practical breakdown with problem-solving that lays out a foundation for change – “heavy lifting” rather than kicking the can down the road. Visit our website:  www.betweenthelines.tvCreditsIt City Entertainment Production In association with Tenacity Entertainment Executive ProducersBrian B WilliamsLloyd Bryan Molander  Produced and Directed by Lloyd Bryan Molander Story ProducerRyan Rossell Recorded at Studio Podcast Suites, Jacksonville FLExecutive Producer Gary Spurgeon Public Relations  and Publicist -  Ed James  CHQ Media 

Lou's guest is Michael Shevack. He is an ordained rabbi, the author/co-author of 7 books including his latest, "The Six Fix: Spiritual Healthcare for a Stronger America" sixfixamerica.com. Involved in inter-religious reconciliation around the world, Shevack was an adjunct professor at SUNY Stonybrook teaching Spirituality and Comparative Religion in the School of Social Welfare. He lectured in Business Spirituality at the Iacocca Institute for Global Entrepreneurship at Lehigh University. He is currently Social Responsibility Officer for the Patton Foundation, whose purpose is to “Continue the Liberation.” Prior to his ordination, Michael Shevack was a Madison Avenue Creative Director. He wrote some of the biggest campaigns in the world, including the still-running Gillette -The Best a Man Can Get.For more information go to: michaelshevack.comThis show is about trying to fix heavy societal problems in a practical way, using common sense logic, and reasoning. Lou brings his perspective as a former police officer, global personal security specialist to some of the most iconic companies and individuals on the planet. However, Lou’s most important perspective as a father. In the end, it's about us handing over a better place for the next generation.Our show is interactive with our audience, callers, and renowned guests. No topics are ignored, however, be prepared to get an earful and interact as there are no sound-bite answers to these meaningful questions. Our show is passionate yet not snarky nor patronizing – we listen to both sides, ask relevant questions, stay on topic, and then Lou chimes in with a recap and practical breakdown with problem-solving that lays out a foundation for change – “heavy lifting” rather than kicking the can down the road. Visit our website:  www.betweenthelines.tvCreditsIt City Entertainment Production In association with Tenacity Entertainment Executive ProducersBrian B WilliamsLloyd Bryan Molander  Produced and Directed by Lloyd Bryan Molander Story ProducerRyan Rossell Recorded at Studio Podcast Suites, Jacksonville FLExecutive Producer Gary Spurgeon Public Relations  and Publicist -  Ed James  CHQ Media