The Dan Parsons Show

It’s been six months since Dan last spoke with Republican political consultant Ryan Horn of Bullhorn Communications… just a few things have changed since then. On this episode of The Dan Parsons Show, Ryan shares his take on President Donald Trump’s first six weeks in office, the U.S. teetering on the brink of a trade war, and Trump’s foreign policy reversal this week on military support for Ukraine.Connect with The Dan Parsons Show on Social Media!- X [Formally known as Twitter] (https://x.com/DanParsonsShow2) - Instagram - (https://www.instagram.com/thedanparsonsshow/)- Facebook - (https://www.facebook.com/TheDanParsonsShow/#)- TikTok - (https://www.tiktok.com/@thedanparsonsshow?lang=en)- Bluesky - (https://bsky.app/profile/thedanparsonsshow.bsky.social)Support the show by becoming a ‘Friend of Dan’ on Patreon - (https://www.patreon.com/thedanparsonsshow)-- Chapters --0:00 Welcome to The Dan Parsons Show!2:06 Dan's 4, Your 15:15 Much Has Changed in Six Months9:12 Trump's Economy17:30 Trump's Foreign Policy 24:45 What's Next?36:55 Thanks for Watching!

Celebrate Friday with Dan and guest co-host Jeff Maul, VP of Visit Lincoln and their guest, Derek Bombeck, Director of Sports for Visit Lincoln. The crew talk about the love of local coffee shops and the economic impact of youth sports in the Capital City.

Republicans in Nebraska considered U.S. Senator Deb Fischer a shoo-in for re-election in 2024—until Dan Osborn, a union leader and steamfitter from Omaha, entered the race. The senior incumbent had expected to coast to a double-digit victory but ultimately finished just 7 points ahead of her challenger. In this episode, Dan (Parsons) sits down with Osborn for a rare interview. Four months after his narrow loss, Osborn reflects on his campaign, discusses his 'Working Class Heroes' PAC, shares his thoughts on Bernie Sanders' recent visit to Omaha, and hints at his own political future in Nebraska.

On November 5, 2024, Nebraskans overwhelmingly voted to legalize medical marijuana in the state. In the ensuing months, legal challenges and opposition from the state's top elected officials have cast doubt on the future of the voter mandate. In today's episode, Dan catches up with Crista Eggers—a mother and the campaign manager of the Nebraskans for Medical Marijuana ballot initiative—who has found herself at the center of the struggle for medicinal access.

Dan gives an update on his health the pod schedule for the week, and a moving tribute to Dave Bundy, longtime editor of the Lincoln Journal Star.

Welcome back to the Friday Afternoon Club with my best bud and co-host, Chef Kevin Shinn! We welcome our guest, Cody Schmick, Managing Partner of Kinkaider Brewing Co. We're talking about how to build community through craft beer, good food, laughter, and a fun outdoor winter fest. Also, what the heck does "poking the dunkel" mean?  

Dan is joined by Heather Nelson and John Collard, the co-founders of Poll the Vote, a nonpartisan platform that connects voters with their elected officials. Heather testified last week at a Nebraska Legislative hearing about a proposal to change how the state awards Electoral College votes in presidential elections. They shared some interesting poll numbers on the proposed legislation.

Longtime "Friend of Dan," Kevin Shinn, is a chef and the owner of a micro restaurant in Lincoln, Nebraska. Chef Kevin discusses his new book, "A Different Metaphor: Faith That Imagines the Impossible," his transition from collegiate pastor to chef, and why he left the ministry and the church as he knew it.