Episodes

  • 12/22/25 4PM: Second Chances or Final Consequences?

    12/22/25 4PM: Second Chances or Final Consequences?
    Dec 22 2025
    With Dr. Ken out, Homer fills in and opens Truth in the Afternoon by asking a question that instantly divides Truth Nation: Is life without parole too harsh for a teen who committed murder? Callers flood the lines with powerful perspectives — from South Side Frank arguing for second chances, to Al pointing out how race and location shape outcomes, to Alexandria sharing a deeply personal story about her 80-year-old grandmother surviving general population. The debate cuts deep, forcing listeners to confront justice, accountability, and whether redemption has an expiration date. An emotional, thoughtful hour that proves there are no easy answers.
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    44 mins
  • 12/22/25 5PM: Trafficking, Accountability & The Future of Work

    12/22/25 5PM: Trafficking, Accountability & The Future of Work
    Dec 22 2025
    The second hour turns to breaking news out of Franklin, where four people were arrested in a sex trafficking investigation tied to a local strip club — raising hard questions about blame, responsibility, and whether some businesses outlive their purpose. Homer pushes Truth Nation to wrestle with uncomfortable realities: What happens when the trafficker is the club itself? And is there a moral difference between paying for an act versus paying someone to leave? The show closes with a sobering look ahead as AI is reported to have eliminated over 50,000 jobs in 2025 alone. From justice to exploitation to the future of work, this hour keeps the conversation real until the final minute.
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    44 mins
  • 12/18/25 4PM: "Money"

    12/18/25 4PM: "Money"
    Dec 18 2025
    Today's edition of Truth In The Afternoon centers on one of the most powerful and misunderstood forces shaping our lives: money. Dr. Ken's Truth breaks down why money management matters just as much as money itself. From saving with intention to financial responsibility and asset accumulation, Dr. Ken challenges listeners to rethink their relationship with money—not as a goal, but as a tool for stability, freedom, and generational growth. The hour then turns to an in-depth conversation with Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley, who joins the show to discuss his journey, his upbringing, and the experiences that shaped his leadership as he continues his campaign for Milwaukee Governor. Crowley outlines his vision for Milwaukee and shares his goals as he looks toward a run for governor, touching on economic opportunity, community investment, and the financial realities facing everyday Wisconsinites. It’s an hour focused on dollars and sense where personal finance meets public leadership on Truth in the Afternoon.
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    45 mins
  • 12/18/25 5PM: "The Fix Is In"

    12/18/25 5PM: "The Fix Is In"
    Dec 18 2025
    Hour Two opens with the Top 5 @ 5 which includes updates on the Brown University shooting, new developments in the Judge Hannah Dugan trial, a false accusation involving an MPS school bus driver, and Milwaukee Public Schools clearing high-risk buildings of lead hazards—addressing concerns the city itself has struggled to resolve. The conversation then shifts to sports with NYCGP as Dr. Ken asks his thoughts on the tragic Micah Parsons injury & the upcoming divisional battle between the NFC North 1st Place Chicago Bears & the Green Bay Packers. Further into the hour Dr. Ken asks Truth Nation: Will marijuana decriminalization ultimately help or harm the Black community? With federal policy changes back in the spotlight, he challenges listeners to weigh reduced criminalization against potential increases in social and economic harm.
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    44 mins
  • 12/17/25 4PM: STUPID

    12/17/25 4PM: STUPID
    Dec 17 2025
    “Study Hall” is open as Dr. Ken delivers Truth Nation a masterclass before heading on vacation after tomorrows show. He breaks down why 2026 must be the year we stop romanticizing foolishness and mistaking stubbornness for strength. Stability can’t be faked forever, bad judgment isn’t bad luck, and when the math ain’t mathing, reality sends the bill. Dr. Ken challenges listeners to choose wiser, learn faster, and stop making life harder than it needs to be. The phone lines open wide as callers ask anything—from the purpose of a primary doctor to why prevention beats crisis care every time. Even Sandra jumps in, sparking their trademark back-and-forth. A sharp, hilarious, and brutally honest first hour.
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    44 mins
  • 12/17/25 5PM: Is Colorism the New Racism?

    12/17/25 5PM: Is Colorism the New Racism?
    Dec 17 2025
    The second hour kicks off with the Top 5 @ 5, spotlighting Flavor Flav stepping up for a Kenosha family, a billion-dollar Powerball jackpot, and Sade Robinson’s mother backing new legislation to protect Black women. Dr. Ken then asks the question lighting up Truth Nation: Is colorism the new racism? He breaks down how to rise above other people’s nonsense without letting their biases derail your purpose. The conversation shifts to the latest revelations in the Judge Hannah Dugan trial—including the infamous “frozen water” Signal chat—and listeners vote on whether they expect a guilty verdict. Dr. Ken wraps the show with poll results, final reflections, and his reminder to choose judgment over emotion as we head into 2026.
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    43 mins
  • 12/16/25 4PM: Lies

    12/16/25 4PM: Lies
    Dec 16 2025
    Dr. Ken opens the show with a truth many won’t say out loud: pretending is expensive — it drains energy, destroys peace, and keeps people stuck. He reminds listeners that better requires real honesty and real work, not the fragility our culture rewards. In 2026, saying what you believe—not what they want to hear—will matter more than ever. Dr. Ken connects this to Milwaukee’s leadership, challenging the city to stop performing and start telling the truth. His message lands with force: Truth may cost you a moment but lies will cost you years. Then Angela Dix from Erie Insurance joins to share her journey, the power of life insurance, and how families can use it long before they die. A grounded, eye-opening first hour about growth, clarity, and courage.
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    43 mins
  • 12/16/25 5PM: More Lies

    12/16/25 5PM: More Lies
    Dec 16 2025
    The second hour dives into the Top 5 @ 5, highlighting major moves to end family homelessness, new laws demanding transparency in schools, and legislation targeting deepfake scams. Dr. Ken raises a crucial question: Why isn’t there a database tracking teacher misconduct the way we track police? It sparks a lively discussion in the YouTube chat as Truth Nation pushes for true accountability in education. Al calls in to add his perspective as Dr. Ken ties the threads together: systems fail when accountability is optional. The show ends with final comments, community reflection, and a reminder that honesty—in policy, leadership, and personal life—is still the best (and only) path forward
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    43 mins