From anonymous internet legend to political truth teller—better known as the Doge Update Guy—Aaron gets revealed and joins Kyle on Politically Basic for a deep dive into the money trails shaping today’s headlines.
Aaron shares his unexpected path into politics, reveals shocking examples of government waste, and talks about the investigations still unfolding. And…what’s to become of DOGE and the now infamous cuts.
Watch now for an unfiltered look at taxes, fraud, and the fight to keep leaders accountable.

Ted Balaker is an award-winning filmmaker, journalist, and founding partner of Korchula Productions, dedicated to making important ideas entertaining. He worked alongside Jonathan Haidt and Greg Lukianoff on The Anxious Generation and co-authored The Coddling of the American Mind, later creating the video adaptation that brought the book’s ideas to new audiences.

In this episode of Politically Basic, Ted shares why he’s drawn to telling stories about culture, freedom, and mental health. From exposing the hidden battles behind success stories to exploring how media shapes outrage and resilience, Ted brings us to the other side of the screen — where personal struggle and public discourse collide.

Christina Meredith’s story is one of resilience, faith, and perseverance. Overcoming years of abuse, poverty, and homelessness after aging out of foster care, she went on to become Miss California, a U.S. Army officer, and a bestselling author. Today, she uses her platform to advocate for foster youth and inspire others to rise above adversity. On this episode of Politically Basic, Christina shares her journey and the lessons that shaped her into the woman she is today.