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Closing Argument with Walter Hudson

465 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 14 ratings

Closing Argument with Walter Hudson, every weeknight from 9p-11p on Twin Cities News Talk AM1130 and 103.5 FM!

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Episodes

It's Just Politics

January 27, 2018 05:05 - 51 minutes - 1 Byte

The firing of Mueller that never was, 'Amnesty Don' as he is now affectionately being referred to by his more niche base, Trump has found himself in an immigration rock and a hard place. Also, some Breaux Talk regarding ear marks, with Trent Lott. And rounding it off with some class politics.

CLIP: The Left Has Ruined 'Town Halls" for Everyone

January 27, 2018 01:53 - 7 minutes - 1 Byte

Walter responds to a steady drumbeat of demands for GOP congresspeople to submit themselves to professional protest at "town halls."

Finding The Straw Of Truth

January 26, 2018 05:27 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

Breaking news on FBI text messages, discussing gerrymandering, and lamenting on the illegality of straws in California.

Calling It Out Now: Fake

January 25, 2018 05:37 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

Jeff Johnson says he's been the victim of fake news, Democrats purport fake outrage, and Mueller claims false hope for an investigation.

Conjuring Up Accusations And Immigration

January 24, 2018 05:34 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

The follies of Mueller's investigation are evidenced by his interview with Sessions; and, immigrants need to assimilate to have success.

The Snowmegeddon Show

January 23, 2018 05:08 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

Walter takes a minute to discuss the absolutely insane driving conditions this kind of weather brings. A moment of sadness for the Vikings loss, as well as a look at the the tribalism that fuels professional sports and their fans, and how that carries over into politics. Callers weigh in on the government shutdown and 'Dreamers' of DACA.

Does Character Matter? Apparently Not.

January 22, 2018 22:18 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

Nobody cares about new revelations regarding an extra-marital affair between Donald Trump and a porn star, because we expect as much. But what does that say about us? Do we have any standards anymore? Or is politics the only thing that matters?

Crossing Lines On The Bible And Immigration

January 19, 2018 05:28 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

Does the Bible have something to say about immigration? If it doesn't, our listeners sure do!

Bad Dates and Immigration

January 18, 2018 05:24 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

Does a bad date count as sexual assault? Should Dreamers be protected by the law? Walter provides answers to these questions.

BONUS: 'The Last Jedi' Brings Balance

January 17, 2018 02:41 - 16 minutes - 1 Byte

Walter offers his take on 'The Last Jedi,' arguing that it flows thematically from the prior films in the Star Wars saga despite fan complaints. It's "sort of brilliant."

Examining The Legacy of MLK

January 16, 2018 05:36 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

Walter sheds light on the ideals espoused by Martin Luther King Jr that are largely misappropriated for political gain.

Going Further Into The Hole

January 13, 2018 05:31 - 44 minutes - 1 Byte

Continuing fallout out from Trump's comments on immigration and an examination of the genuineness of some political actions

What's Coming Out Of Trump's Mouth Hole Today?

January 12, 2018 05:37 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

The dialogue gets weird as Walter tries to avoid saying "s***hole" and "p****hat" on the radio.

The Definition of Racism & the Value of Diversity

January 10, 2018 05:33 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

Walter says that too many people are crying wolf when it comes to racims and wonders why people push diversity for the sake of diversity.

Hour 2 - Fire and Fury and Oprah

January 09, 2018 05:49 - 39 minutes - 1 Byte

Discussing further developments on Fire and Fury, and whether or not Oprah would make a good President.

Hour 1 - Laurie Neil, St. Michael community activist

January 09, 2018 05:40 - 40 minutes - 1 Byte

Walter talks to guest Laurie Neil, who is actively opposing a multifamily housing unit in St. Michael. The two discuss the proposal and the importance of getting involved in local government.

CLIP: St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter Seeks Forced Sameness

January 08, 2018 22:30 - 8 minutes - 1 Byte

Newly inaugurated St. Paul mayor Melvin Carter, the first new mayor in that city in decades and their first African-American, wants to impose "equity" on residents. Walter responses, noting that equity and liberty cannot coexist.

The Belief In Books And The Magic Of Movies

January 06, 2018 05:27 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

Walter coaxes some truth out of the 'Fire and Fury' book and debates Brad on the merits of The Last Jedi.

The End of Rights and Reason

January 05, 2018 05:51 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

More fallout from Michael Wolff's book, state's rights on the legalization of marijuana, and the abandonment of civility on college campuses.

When Fire And Fury Come Back To Burn

January 04, 2018 05:52 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

Examining the legitimacy of Michael Wolff's new tell-all book about the Trump administration.

Liars In Media Are Contributing To Anarchy

December 28, 2017 05:37 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

Walter discusses PolitiFact's biggest lie of 2017 and examines the state of anarchy on city streets.

The Media Isn't Telling Us About Stabbings Or Salaries

December 27, 2017 05:31 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

Walter wonders why the media isn't covering big stories like a stabbing in Uptown and the Minneapolis City Council's exorbitant pay raise.

Woodbury's Problems and Democrat's Might

December 22, 2017 05:32 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

Discussing perceived racism in Woodbury schools and what kind of Congressional candidates Democrats must run to unseat the GOP in 2018.

HR 2: The Morality Of Tax Cuts

December 21, 2017 05:36 - 39 minutes - 1 Byte

Walter explains why its okay to cut taxes.

HR 1: John Augustine, Legislative Evaluation Assembly

December 21, 2017 05:26 - 40 minutes - 1 Byte

John Augustine discusses his organization's ratings of individual Minnesota state legislators based on the constitutionality of their work.

Tax Talk with Jason Flohrs

December 20, 2017 05:21 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

Jason Flohrs, the Minnesota State Director for Americans for Prosperity, talks about the benefits of the GOPs tax bill.

Muslims Can Be Trump Supporters Too (w/ Abdi Mohamed)

December 14, 2017 05:23 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

A candid conversation with regular-caller-turned-in-studio-guest Abdi from St. Paul on the tenants of Islam and its place in American society today.

Live Reaction To Alabama Senate Election

December 13, 2017 05:28 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

Walter reacts to Alabama Senate election results as they happen and discuss their implications for Alabama, Trump and the future.

Should You Vote For Roy Moore?

December 12, 2017 05:31 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

Walter explores why anyone would vote for Roy Moore

Constitutional dilemmas, diversity and porn stars

December 09, 2017 05:44 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

Deciding who gets Franken's seat could become a Constitutional problem, exploring the definition of diversity in society, and exposing the dark irony of the left's views on social justice.

Al Franken ran out of currency

December 08, 2017 05:28 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

Reaction to Al Franken's resignation and a continuing discussion on the value of Bitcoin.

CEO of Vault Logic Doug Scribner on Bitcoin

December 07, 2017 05:30 - 13 minutes - 1 Byte

Doug Scribner chats with Walter Hudson about the history of Bitcoin and why it is viable.

Bakery, Bitcoins and Brighton

December 07, 2017 05:25 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

Walter answers tough questions like, "Do you have a freedom of association?" "What is Bitcoin?" and "What is white privilege?" CEO of Vault Logic Doug Scribner joins to talk Bitcoin.

The medium is the mess

November 30, 2017 05:33 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

Reaction to firings of Garrison Keillor and Matt Lauer; a deeper examination of Trump's behavior and how it affects the media.

Roy Moore Would've Loved Pocahontas

November 29, 2017 05:44 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

Digging further into the validity of the story of Roy Moore, political correctness and Trump's desire to entertain himself.

We're All Sex Deviants Now

November 27, 2017 12:56 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

Walter dares to question the sexual revolution and whether it's time to reconsider old-fashioned values. Plus, Steven Bannon values loyalty to Trump above his own agenda; why?

Gratitude v. Grievance, plus Sex Talk

November 24, 2017 16:04 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

Thanksgiving gets Walter thinking about the nature of gratitude, and the role in plays in our politics and culture. Plus, what all these sexual misconduct allegations reveal about our view of sex.

A Gratuitous Discussion On Charity (w/ RLC Chair Zavier Bicott)

November 15, 2017 05:23 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

Walter and Zavier examine what makes charity better than government programs.

Roy Moore and the Effectiveness of Boycotts

November 14, 2017 05:35 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

Walter examines what is really behind the Roy Moore accusations and comes to an interesting conclusion on the effectiveness of boycotts.

A Face To The Nomenclature: Haughty By Nature

November 09, 2017 05:30 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

Karl Eggers, Gary Miller, and Branden Petersen, the co-host trio of the Haughty by Nature podcast, join Walter to lament on the antics of the mayoral election. Attorney Mike Millios raises the issue of case overload in the Ramsey County Public Defender's office.

Election Night Coverage (w/ guest co-host Jamar Nelson)

November 08, 2017 05:37 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

Walter and Jamar react to Minneapolis election results and exchange heated words on national party demographics. Mpls Mayoral candidates Raymond Dehn and Tom Hoch call from their election rallies.

Exploring The Merits Of Diversity

November 02, 2017 04:39 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

Is diversity valid in immigration and free speech?

Manafort Is Feeling Spacey About Russian Allegations

November 01, 2017 04:17 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

Examining what's really behind Mueller's charges against Manafort and what is acceptable in society when it comes to Kevin Spacey.

Bannon's Total War and the Hazards of Adopting Leftist Tactics

October 29, 2017 18:49 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

Walter asks listeners to explain their dislike of retiring Senator Jeff Flake, questions the strategy of populist guru Steven Bannon, and explores the hazards of adopting the Left's language and tactics.

Flakey Conservatives Might Be Right After All

October 25, 2017 04:22 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

Walter reacts to Jeff Flake's announced retirement and breaks down the most recent scandal involving Hillary Clinton.

In The Media's Eyes, Trump Will Never Do Right

October 24, 2017 03:04 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

The continuing fallout of Trump's consolation call , the hypocrisy of the left's concern over Niger, and the lack there of regarding Uranium One.

Trumpisms, National Debt, & U of M Discrimination

October 20, 2017 04:07 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

Walter discusses the ideas and the movements behind President Trump, the ever increasing national debt, the Star Tribune crying 'racism' on U of M admissions, and trigger warnings for, Shakespeare?

Is The Establishment Here to Stay?

October 18, 2017 04:09 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

Walter discusses the blatant media bias against Trump, Kapernick's NFL lawsuit, and will the swamp ever be completely drained?

Will Trump Really Take Away NBC's Broadcast License?

October 12, 2017 04:04 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

Walter took many calls discussing the tweet storm from POTUS, on whether he will make good on his threat to take away NBC's broadcasting license for being 'fake news.'

Harry Weinstein Is A Straight Las Vegas Shooter

October 11, 2017 04:17 - 1 hour - 1 Byte

Reaction to the Harry Weinstein scandal, continuing fallout from Trump's comments on NFL anthem protests, and the story advances on the Las Vegas shooter.

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