Closing Argument with Walter Hudson
465 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsClosing Argument with Walter Hudson, every weeknight from 9p-11p on Twin Cities News Talk AM1130 and 103.5 FM!
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It's Been An Honor & A Privilege
January 24, 2020 04:28 - 1 ByteIt's the final show, and we're making our Closing Arguments. The fan boys are in the house to send Walter off in the best way! Former Producer, Brad Omland, and friends of the program, Max Rymer and Zavier Bicott. We take your calls, say our goodbyes and reflect on everything we've learned along the way. It's been an honor & a privilege sharing our evenings with you. Thank you.
The Beginning of the End, or at Least Something Else
January 23, 2020 04:07 - 1 ByteWe are joined by both of our friends at ChristianIntellectual.com this week to present their final thoughts on the relationship of being a Christian and participating in the political process. Taking some of your calls and preparing for the end, or at least something else.
Closing Arguments with Pastor Nathan Roberts
January 22, 2020 04:01 - 1 ByteIn our final conversation with Pastor Nathan Roberts, he brings on writer, speaker and counselor, Sheila Wise Rowe, to talk about inherent racial trauma and how it effects us today. And then Nathan and Walter break down all that they learned from one another in all the time spent together.
The Beginning of The End
January 21, 2020 04:48 - 1 ByteWalter takes some time to address some things directly on this Martin Luther King Jr day and how the Left seeks to corrupt and ruin everything good.
The End Was There In The Beginning
January 17, 2020 04:03 - 1 ByteA Freestyle Friday, on a Thursday. Taking your calls on what you want to talk about. However, Walter has some things on his mind that he wants to get out there. Acknowledging the truth for what it is. The end is always right there in the beginning. Why is extremism such a bad thing?
An Announcement
January 16, 2020 04:12 - 1 ByteWalter makes a big announcement regarding the show. A smattering of topics, Iran, impeachment, democratic debates, and what the future holds for us all.
#MeToo And The Church
January 15, 2020 04:12 - 1 BytePastor Nathan and Pastor Ruth join Walter to discuss how sexual assault has affected the church.
Debating indecency and hollywood credibility
January 14, 2020 04:13 - 1 ByteWalter dives into indecency and what is considered normal behavior. Also red flag laws and why hollywood is losing its luster.
Saudi soldiers sent back home
January 14, 2020 03:23 - 1 ByteWalter explores the latest findings in the Pensacola shooter. More troubling news has been revealed about others involved and the punishment doesn't seem to be much of a deterrent.
A Conversation with Pastor Malachi
January 08, 2020 04:01 - 1 ByteWe are joined in studio by weekly contributor, Pastor Nathan Roberts, and along with him, Pastor Malachi, of North United Methodist Church in North Minneapolis. A wide array of topics tonight, LGBTQ acceptance in the Methodist church, Iran, and the failings of the two party system.
Impeachment, Iran, Oh My!
January 07, 2020 04:17 - 1 ByteA lot to unpack and think about from over the weekend. The democrats are still heading full steam into impeachment proceedings, but they're showing their hand in doing so. If we're going to talk Iran, we have to do so honestly. Things could definitely get pretty messy between the two of us.
The Elusive Freestyle Friday
January 04, 2020 04:06 - 1 ByteFormer producer of the program, Brad Omland, is in studio to discuss everything from foreign policy to the election. The lies of war. Libertartianism's message isn't as negative as some, therefore not as sexy in the media.The dynamic of our public personas and our private beliefs and what our political privilege affords us.
Back At It In 2020!
January 03, 2020 04:06 - 1 ByteWalter is back and ready to dive back into the news. The election year 2020 is definitely not hindsight. A small bastion of sanity in the Atlantic. Maybe the Founding Fathers had something right? And Walter is over Star Wars.
Hour 1: Two & a Half Christmases
December 26, 2019 13:03 - 1 ByteIt's Boxing Day, and that means GOP strategist and podcaster, Brian McDaniel is in with Jason Flohrs, of Americans For Prosperity. We talk Christmas and its traditions, new and old. And Trump is pretty much impeached, right?
Losing Faith
December 19, 2019 04:07 - 1 ByteWe check in with Jacob Brunton of ChristianIntellectual.com on the future of the country in the wake of all this madness. A call heavy program as we unpack the impeachment ruling upon President Trump. We want to hear from you!
The Impeachment Game
December 18, 2019 04:04 - 1 BytePastor Nathan Roberts is in studio for the first time in weeks and there is much to discuss. First and foremost, the impeachment proceedings, and how the left and the right have very different priorities it seems. The scandal and ensuing investigation into Hunter Biden. And finally some shaky ground to agree on, the drowning of the middle class and generational theft.
Catching Up & Unpacking Some Ideas
December 17, 2019 04:08 - 1 ByteIt's been awhile since we've had a live show, and there's a lot to catch up on, but Walter has other things on his mind. In fighting on the right over the possible ban of pornography poses bigger questions of morality. And the Reformation of Libertarianism and what that would look like.
Closing Argument w/ Max Rymer, Night 2
December 06, 2019 04:03 - 1 ByteMax Rymer is in for his second night of filling in for Walter, and impeachment is on his mind. Well, that and the crazy story of his second son's birth. The Democrats have overplayed their hand, and their erractic behavior is proof of that. And is it possible we could be impeaching the wrong president?
A Conversation with Candidate Quinn Nystrom
November 27, 2019 04:20 - 1 BytePastor Nathan Roberts is in the house and calling in from the 8th district that she hopes to represent, Quinn Nystrom. A healthcare advocate that we have had on the program previously, she has announced her candidacy for Minnesota House, running against the incumbent Pete Stauber. She shares with us her experience so far in the political meat grinder and what she hopes to accomplish should she win. So what is going on with Pete Buttigieg?
Might Makes Right, Right?
November 26, 2019 04:39 - 1 ByteThe utter hypocrisy of the left, in every move that they make. Some pretty interesting details emerge about Representative Ilhan Omar. The direction we are moving in terms of housing and income in the future. And we get an interesting call from a survivor of the horror that is communism.
Ad Hominem, Ad Nauseam
November 21, 2019 04:05 - 1 ByteOur weekly check in with Cody Libolt of ChristianIntellectual.com. Unpacking last night's guest and his feelings towards the US. Lots of impeachment proceedings talk, and the ridiculousness of it all. Feeling free on this Wednesday, we open up the phone lines to you.
A Conversation on Conciliation
November 20, 2019 04:15 - 1 ByteTonight, along with Pastor Nathan Roberts, we have independent candidate for the US Presidency in the 2020 election, Mark Charles.He has served on the boards of the Christian Community Development Association and the Christian Reformed Church of North America. Tonight, we dig deep on how we move forward in the future when the mistakes of the past are still so apparent today.
An Interesting Conversation
November 19, 2019 05:36 - 1 ByteCircumstances withstanding, it's a mixed bag tonight. An argument for colonization, but hang on, let us explain. The self defense reasoning in the colonization of Iran. Please, could you just be a 'normal nation.' Are we reaching a turning point of culture? A shift away from the PC and cancel culture. And with that, Kaepernick is back, and no one really seems to care.
Not In Good Faith
November 14, 2019 04:17 - 1 ByteOur weekly check in with Jacob Brunton of ChristianIntellectual.com, brings us to our continuing conversation on the demonization of wealth and culture of envy in this country. The continuing wisdom of Ayn Rand. To anyone who identifies on the right, we need to be tougher. The unnecessary circus that is the impeachment proceedings. And we hear your thoughts on the subject.
In Defense of Wealth
November 12, 2019 04:05 - 1 ByteWhy it's suddenly cool to hate wealth and those who have it. If only we could just 'eat' the rich, everything would be right again. The parallel cultures that are competing for dominance in the west: gratitude and grievance. Stop the California invasion! The locusts are coming to ruin everything like they did in their own state. A closer look into the homelessness crisis also plaguing California, the implosion happens when all that is left are those that can't get out. Crime is way up in the ...
A Plague on Both Your Houses
November 08, 2019 04:04 - 1 ByteWe're falling deeper down the Jefferey Epstein rabbit hole, and it is ugly. The actual fake news and the theater of it all. How do we discern if its fake? The anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall brings up the concept of how communism has just re branded itself. And how the LA mental illness, drug addiction and homelessness problem is an example of the future the left would like to create.
The Eye of The Storm
November 07, 2019 04:07 - 1 ByteIn our weekly check in with Jacob Brunton of ChristianIntellectual.com, we dive deep into the politics dividing the Southern Baptist church. The unfolding impeachment drama, and the ever increasing demands for our attention. When who we are is at odds with who we claim to be. Unpacking the Jefferey Epstein expose and the psychology of the decadent elite.
Rigging The Game
November 05, 2019 04:23 - 1 ByteTomorrow is local election day in Minnesota, and we have a couple candidates joining us. Congressional candidate running against Collin Peterson, Michelle Fischbach. And candidate for Bloomington Mayor, Ryan Kulka. Breaking down the misconceptions of what health care actually is and its place in society. How the democrats are suing their way to victory in 2020, as well as the frauds and the lies of election integrity. And finally, the elite Left's hypocrisy with school choice.
The Culture is Failing Us
October 31, 2019 03:07 - 1 ByteOur weekly check in with Cody Libolt of ChristianIntellectual.com, broaches our overall topic, how modern culture is failing us and at ever increasing and accelerated rate. Ilhan Omar and her denial. An update on the 7 year old boy who is the subject of a custody battle between his parents, the mother of which wants to change his gender, chemically. The left is still trying to take down President Trump, at any cost to the nation. And finally, how culture is setting couples up for failure.
A Difficult, But Necessary Conversation on Sex Trafficking
October 30, 2019 03:16 - 1 ByteTonight, along with Pastor Nathan Roberts, we have a very special guest, Jessica Bartholomew. A retired officer with the Minneapolis Police Department, she is the Founder and Executive Director of A.C.T. United, a Minnesota non-profit organization, working to end child and teen sexual exploitation and trafficking. We discuss all the ways in which to identify this heinous act and what we can do as individuals to stop it.
How Do We Know Anything At All?
October 24, 2019 03:18 - 1 ByteOur weekly check in with Jacob Brunton, from ChristianIntellecual.com, really sets the stage for our theological and moral conversation. We discuss his thought provoking debate. The war of good vs evil, is actually just a battle between reality and fantasy. The Devil and his eternal delusion. The great responsibility that comes with the job as a loving parent, as exemplified in the latest case for the rights of a father and his ‘trans’ child. Trump's lynching comment brings up the hypocrisy a...
A Conversation with Reverend Dan Collision
October 23, 2019 03:08 - 1 ByteDan Collison is the Lead Pastor of First Covenant Church, in Minneapolis and has been serving churches for more than 28 years. He famously was ‘defrocked’ for his stance on LGBT issues and is here today to talk about that. How modern ideas of human sexuality and gender fit into Christian teachings, and how it relates to all things. Also, in light of the latest Star Wars trailer being released, we discuss the bastardization of the archetypes that guide us, and where will that lead us.
Unpacking an Idea or Two
October 22, 2019 03:07 - 1 ByteWalter is taking on few wide ranging concepts and unpacking them to understand them. Spoiler alert, all love is conditional. The relationship between fensorship and cancel culture. Restoring the vote to those that have committed felonies shouldn't be this big of an issue. The imbalance of the #MeToo movement, and the double standard of equality. Why Trump is no 'Randian' hero, yet the media is smearing him as such. And, say hello, to Halal KFC.
Apples & Coal
October 18, 2019 03:24 - 1 ByteIt's taken us a minute, but finally weighing in on China's influence over the NBA. What is the monetary cost of freedom? The total inversion of moral courage in this country. How virtue signaling is the best marketing ploy used today. The gospel according to Kanye West, in his love for his wife. Beto O'Rourke wants your guns, all of them. And how the long term solution is cultural.
The Stuff No One Else Is Talking About
October 17, 2019 03:14 - 1 ByteOur weekly check in with Cody Libolt, from ChristianIntellectual.com, to take on the Christian argument for reparations. Why the Left actually likes and endorses slavery. For being so smart, Neil DeGrasse Tyson sure is an idiot. And how the left does not have the moral high ground to stand on here.
A Conversation with Dr. Michael Chan
October 16, 2019 03:12 - 1 ByteIt’s Tuesday, and Pastor Nathan Roberts is in the house. He has brought along with him, Dr. Michael Chan, who is an Assistant Professor of the Old Testament at Luther Seminary. Tonight they discuss the intersection of faith/firearms in the US, as well as the types of gun owners that exist. We all also get Nathan's perspective from his experience at the Trump Rally.
A Conversation with State Representative Jeremy Munson
October 15, 2019 04:21 - 1 ByteState Representative Jeremy Munson is in studio. He talks about his experience at the recent Trump Rally. How important free speech and the right to protest is. You cannot rebuild on a swamp, you have to drain it first. And his push for term limits and single subject legislation.
A Very Quick Analysis of the Trump Rally in Minneapolis
October 11, 2019 03:05 - 1 ByteIn this very abbreviated edition of Closing Argument due to the length of Trump's speech at the rally, Walter gives his preview of an analysis to come. In short, 'Wow.'
What Is Going On Here?
October 10, 2019 03:25 - 1 ByteOur weekly check in with Jacob Brunton from ChristianIntellectual.com brings us to the struggles in Hong Kong and why we’re not supposed to talk about it. The Daryl Morey situation with the NBA is just snap shot of this. How we’re not just importing our goods, but also our values from China. Mayor Frey has no problem violating the constitutional of those he doesn’t agree with. The left’s moral arithmetic doesn’t add up. Little Greta is in trouble for not being the right color and AOC wants ...
A Conversation on Islam, Faith & Common Ground
October 09, 2019 03:26 - 1 ByteIt's Tuesday, so that means Pastor Nathan Roberts is in the house. And he has brought on, Liz Digitale Anderson, who is on staff with Peace Catalyst International, which works to bring together Muslims and Christians to find common ground. We have another guest as well, Rashed Ferdous, a member of the Republican Liberty Caucus. Together, we have a conversation on the instances of difference and also the ways in which we could all come together for the better.
The Doves & The Hawks
October 08, 2019 03:48 - 1 ByteThe news that we will be withdrawing from Syria is unexpected to say the least. It's as if Trump is taking a totally anti Bolton approach. Trump's upcoming rally is causing a lot of tension within the city of Minneapolis. Ilhan Omar's impending divorce is nothing to be celebrated. Oh and math is racist and it must be rectified.
Clowin' Around on a Freestyle Friday
October 05, 2019 03:01 - 1 ByteAn anecdote on Walter's son and what he's learning about government in school. The new Joker movie is out and it is spurring a lot of debate. How the incel and feminist narrative plays on each other. The anti human, pro environment policy. The lazy presumption that world will continue on as it always has. Taking your calls in whatever direction you want, and you do not disappoint.
The War on Charity
October 04, 2019 03:31 - 1 ByteUnpacking the latest insanity in the Ukrainian scandal, if you can even call it that. Walter suggests an exchange program, for protesters. The preferential treatment of law enforcement when they make mistakes. Why liberty is the cancer of altruism. And the concept of forgiveness that the Left just can't grasp.
The Unpopular Opinion
October 03, 2019 03:14 - 1 ByteWhat will be the lasting cultural impact of this investigation? The blatant and overriding corruption in the intelligence community. Big Tech continues to take too much responsibility in politics. And Walter takes us through his journey to MAGA and the unpopular opinion he's willing to give.
A Conversation w/ Melissa Taylor on the Value in Diversity
October 02, 2019 01:30 - 1 ByteWalter is joined in studio by Pastor Nathan Roberts and owner of Minneapolis salon, The Beauty Lounge, Melissa Taylor. A little light impeachment talk with Nathan, but then straight away into a conversation about the importance of diversity and representation in communities. Also, the value of respect and the dangers of coded language.
A Divorce From Reality
October 01, 2019 03:54 - 1 ByteEden Prairie City Council Member, Brad Aho, just announced he will be running for Hennepin County Commissioner. He's here to talk about all the ways in Eden Prairie sets the standard in city services. The divorce from reality that a large segment of the population has engaged in. The impeachment of Trump, will they be able to do it? They don't want to just get rid of him, they want to destroy him. Divided would be putting it lightly when describing our parallel cultures.
A Conversation on Sex Education
September 27, 2019 03:12 - 1 ByteMinnesota State Representative Eric Lucero is in studio to talk the Comprehensive Sex Education bill the left is proposing to railroad through with virtually no debate. And also the weaponizing of fear through climate change, to the end result which is more control.
Train Wreck In Slow Motion
September 26, 2019 03:05 - 1 ByteOur weekly check in with Jacob Brunton, from ChristianIntellectual.com. This impeachment nonsense coupled with climate change nonsense. Apparently winning is an impeachable offense. Breaking down the left's utter derangement. And a lesson in parenting, you must isolate and insulate.
A Conversation with Pastor Angela Denker
September 25, 2019 03:08 - 1 ByteWithout her usual counter part, Pastor Nathan Roberts, Angela Denker, author of Red State Christians: Understanding the Voters who elected Donald Trump, Lutheran Pastor, and veteran journalist joins the program. They discuss the rise of 'Christian Nationalism' and why the idolatry of that is a threat to the church.
The First Step Is Admitting You Have a Problem
September 24, 2019 03:28 - 1 ByteEven after the weekend, the latest scandal with Joe Biden, Trump and the Ukraine is not sitting well with Walter. But Joe is gonna Joe right? All the anger should be directed at the media. But we thought colluding with foreign agents was a bad thing? The climate change abuse and absurdity. So how do we fight back? Whats the first step?