The Dems notch big wins, while the Right recalibrates.

Welcome! This is the place for balanced takes on politics and world news — without the anger or hype. I believe we can stay informed and stay hopeful.Every episode wraps up with a few minutes of Biblical encouragement to remind us that faith, peace, and perspective still matter. Learn more. Timestamps:Timestamp: (4:04). Let’s start with some feedback about my “don’t protest” position from last week.Timestamp: (15:28). I had to take a detour from recording to check on my Dad at the hospital, but let’s take this moment to do a quick sidebar on God’s timing and how he sometimes works out coincidences that defy description.Timestamp: (19:34). Some insights you may have missed from this week’s consequential elections.Timestamp: (37:38). The government shutdown is getting more painful, but maybe there’s a glimmer of hope. Plus, is Trump’s tariff plan about to take a big hit?Timestamp: (50:09). Let’s talk about the Trump-China meeting from last week.Timestamp: (55:43). The President wants to end the Senate filibuster. The Republicans in the Senate are saying “not so fast.”Timestamp: (57:49). So are we going to war with Venezuela or not? The President says “no,” but…Timestamp: (1:01:40). The potential for war in Venezuela isn’t the only thing on the President’s plate. He’s also looking at military options in Africa.Timestamp: (1:09:15). Israeli military’s ex-top lawyer arrested as scandal over video leak deepens.Timestamp: (1:11:28). Ukraine scores some big wins this week. Here are several stories that didn’t make the news, but should have.Timestamp: (1:18:06). The friction inside the Pentagon continues.Timestamp: (1:24:14). The Right has gone to war with itself among its ranks.Timestamp: (1:31:05). Let’s end with some Biblical wisdom and spiritual encouragement.Timestamp: (1:40:52). About me, about my books, and a little about the mission.Want to help support the mission? My preferred way is for you to subscribe through Substack.You can also now sign up at Patreon, or send tips through Venmo and PayPal.Don’t forget to check out my books — I’ve written twelve of them (and they’re fast-paced and exciting, and have sold more than 70,000 copies?!). Amazon link.Listen to this week’s episode in the player above, or find it by searching for The Stan R. Mitchell Show wherever you listen. You can also find the show at the following links: Apple, YouTube, Spotify, Amazon, and Google. Have a question or comment? Email me at [e-mail]. If you want to possibly be included in a future episode, please include at least your first name and city. (Or you can share your full name.) Want to hear your voice on the air? Send me a voice memo with your question or comment. Keep them short, and I might just play them!Selected source notes for podcast and transcript above.U.S. news:Timestamp: (4:04). Let’s start with some feedback about my “don’t protest” position from last week.Timestamp: (19:34). Some insights you may have missed from this week’s consequential elections.Democrats win big over GOP incumbents in 2 statewide Georgia utility regulator racesTimestamp: (37:38). The government shutdown is getting more painful, but maybe there’s a glimmer of hope. Plus, is Trump’s tariff plan about to take a big hit?Senators closing in on key piece of shutdown dealTimestamp: (50:09). Let’s talk about the Trump-China meeting from last week.Timestamp: (55:43). The President wants to end the Senate filibuster. The Republicans in the Senate are saying “not so fast.”Timestamp: (57:49). So are we going to war with Venezuela or not? The President says “no,” but…Timestamp: (1:01:40). The potential for war in Venezuela isn’t the only thing on the President’s plate. He’s also looking at military options in Africa.Timestamp: (1:09:15). Israeli military’s ex-top lawyer arrested as scandal over video leak deepens.Ukraine news:Timestamp: (1:11:28). Ukraine scores some big wins this week. Here are several stories that didn’t make the news, but should have.Timestamp: (1:18:06). The friction inside the Pentagon continues.Timestamp: (1:24:14). The Right has gone to war with itself among its ranks.Let’s end with some notes on faithAs you know, if you want true peace, I believe you should look to God and the Bible for that — not a country, not a party, and certainly not an earthly leader, such as our President or the leader of whatever political party you prefer.Want to learn more about the Bible,? Check out my resource page here.By the way, if you’re dealing with depression, PTSD, or thoughts of suicide (especially if you’re a veteran), please check out this link. Timestamp: (1:31:05). Let’s end with some Biblical wisdom and spiritual encouragement.I also have a podcast that focuses solely on faith called The Search for God. Here are a couple of episodes you don’t want to miss:* For the vets out there... Dealing with paranoia, PTSD, and the ...