unDivided with Brandi Kruse

A soccer player questioned how kids are being exposed to gender identity. The response from his coach was terrifying. Plus: Republican mayor contends with massive homeless camp. Also: Update on trio of cease-and-desist letters sent to senate candidate.

The following remarks were delivered to the Gwinnett County (Georgia) Chamber of Commerce at The Charter Hotel in downtown Seattle on September 30, 2022.

Gaslighting reaches its peak in ridiculous White House briefing. Plus: Starbucks, the Seahawks, and the Seattle Times all accuse a senate candidate of trademark infringement. Also: Miranda updates us on Hurricane Ian.

Apparently only one political party can be guilty of fearmongering. Plus: State Rep. Tina Orwall (D) on how the system can better serve survivors. Also: Blame game over traffic nightmare. And: White women agree to be lectured about their deep-seated racism over a fancy dinner.

Bipartisan concern is growing over the public safety crisis. Plus: This Congresswoman says Democrats are the only party that cares about working people. Also: Former Seattle PD Chief Carmen Best stops by for "Fridays with Friends" and we discuss the migrant bussing controversy on "Florida Report."

The survivor of an attempted rape in Seattle is terrified that her attacker will be set free because of his mental state. Plus: The media weakens itself when journalists fail to take a stand. Plus: Bipartisan recommendations to improve voter confidence.

Brandi is travelling today but enjoy this "Best of" episode – featuring some of her favorite interviews and segments from [un]Divided. A new episode airs Monday.

Another violent crime hits close to home for Amazon – how long will the company tolerate Seattle? Plus: Progressive leaders ignore concerns of the Asian-American community. Also: Washington plans to bribe workers to get boosters. And: A Congresswoman gets heat for her 9/11 tweet.

Washington Governor Jay Inslee is giving up his emergency powers! Well ... sort of. Plus: Does a suspected killer's political party matter? Also: Simone Del Rosario of Straight Arrow News joins us for "Fridays with Friends" and hear the ultimate survival story on "Florida Report."

Brandi announces a new effort to help give common sense a comeback. Plus: A California doctor on the potential dangers of politicians policing COVID-19 "misinformation." Also: Actions before affiliation.

The media and Democrats fanned the flames of what they claim to fear. Plus: Seattle’s hero “weapon snatcher” joins Fridays with Friends. Another state is restricting what nurses can say about COVID-19. An update on Florida’s voter fraud crackdown.

Politicians shouldn't pick and choose who to serve. A teacher's strike in Kent. Bipartisan support for hiring back workers fired over the COVID vaccine. Journalists must "stand for truth," even if that truth challenges their worldview.

How would the Libertarian Party deal with the student debt crisis? Spike Cohen joins us. Plus: A survey being sent to Washington voters is explicitly designed to make you hate Republicans. Also: Ben Shapiro's mere presence is "harmful"!

After becoming a household name during the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr. Anthony Fauci says he's retiring. Plus: A former sheriff says he supports a controversial bill limiting police pursuits. Also: Progressives want Biden to cancel student debt – and then what?

Republicans need to treat this moment with the seriousness that it demands. Plus: Seattle City Attorney Ann Davison on the latest efforts to combat misdemeanor crime. Also: Florida arrests murderers, sex offenders for voter fraud.

Seattle media has tried for years to downplay the crime crisis. Journalist Jonathan Choe on his upcoming series about drugs, homelessness, and public safety. Do "birthing people" seeking abortions really need to be a protected class?

Transparency can only go so far in Trump probe. Trillions in COVID relief dollars went to states – but what happened to it? Jason Mercier of the Washington Policy Center joins us for "Fridays with Friends." Plus: Gadsden flag drama on "Florida Report."

Governor Jay Inslee rolls back booster mandate. Four local mayors respond to "condescending" response they got after raising concerns over crime.

How an issues-focused campaign helped a longshot candidate advance. Plus: Washington GOP Chair Caleb Heimlich on why Republicans must fine-tune their messaging on abortion. Also: Julie Anderson on her success as a nonpartisan candidate.

While elections present an opportunity for change, some have had their hopes dashed too many times. A downtown Seattle business owner joins us for "Fridays with Friends." Plus: Florida GOP candidate is also an inmate. 

The Biden administration gets technical while Americans go broke. Plus: After a stint in federal prison for drug crimes, Ricci Wynne was shocked at how bad the streets had become in his hometown of San Francisco. He now documents the city's drug crisis as a way to urge action.

Today: We are witnessing a massive shift in how Democrats talk about public safety. Plus: Ignore the AOC ads. Also: Radio host Ari Hoffman joins us on “Fridays with Friends” and Miranda tells us about a new opportunity for veterans in “Florida Report.” 

Moderates will determine who wins a critical West Coast swing seat. Will they prioritize abortion access, or new leadership to ease inflation? 

As a key election nears, we hear what you're considering before a candidate can get your vote. Plus: Abortion as a key issue in the suburbs? Also: A firefighter terminated over the vaccine mandate talks about his next move. Plus: The fist bump felt round the world. 

Today: Seattle is trying to lure officers back, but the problem is much larger. Also: Brandi explains why she got suspended from Facebook. Plus: Ronald Reagan's words still resonate, a sad updated for a local brewery, and battle of the states on "Florida Report." 

Brandi finds herself in the Facebook slammer. Plus: Border patrol agents have been cleared of wrongdoing in a debunked whipping scandal. [un]Divided contributor Ali Bradley joins us. Also: The government continues to restrict reporters using outdated COVID requirements.

Exclusive interview: A Washington state dad went viral after his video was shared by Libs of TikTok. In it, he claims his child's school got him a prescription for anti-depressants. Plus: Brittney Griner is a fellow American – that's all that matters.

Washington Governor Jay Inslee doubles down on his vaccine mandate. Republicans need a better excuse to keep off-year elections. Independent Journalist Ali Bradley joins us from the southern border for “Fridays with Friends.” Freedom, Star Wars, and TikTok traps on “Florida Report.”

SCOTUS hands a win to praying football coach. Washington’s newest gun law goes into effect July 1. GOP gets a million new voters. America’s race obsession.

The repeal of Roe further divides us. What's next? Also: Jason Rantz stops by for "Fridays with Friends." Plus: Snakes, sausage dogs, and Cuban migrants on the latest edition of "Florida Reports." 

Why are some so mad about Juneteenth? Plus: This is the single biggest act that could help our crime crisis. Also: We Heart Seattle joins us to talk about their "unauthorized" fight to end homelessness.

The Left still thinks Liz Cheney is a villain. Radio host Dori Monson joins us for "Fridays with Friends." Calling BS on a list of alleged "far right" lawmakers. Plus: Our new weekly segment, "Florida Report." 

Today marks a new chapter in our mission to give common sense a comeback. Plus: Representative Andrew Barkis (R) believes he was the target of a politically motivated arson. Also: Democratic political consultant Sandeep Kaushik speaks candidly about why the West Coast is seeing a course correct on crime.

The January 6 Commission lays out its case – but is America watching? Plus: The government thinks you're too dumb to parent your kids. Also: Words are not violence.

Brandi recaps her appearance on Timcast IRL. Plus: Progressives were wrong about police defunding. It's time for the media to say so. Also: Since when is Pride month about exclusion and exploitation? 

We are witnessing the fallout of political attacks on the police. Plus: Is Governor Ron DeSantis taking his anti-woke style of leadership too far? Also: Blocking family members on Facebook. 

How would you prevent mass shootings? Plus: There is a relationship crisis in America. Also: Officers in Uvalde had a moral imperative. 

Emily Cantrell survived America's deadliest mass shooting. She joins the podcast to discuss how we can improve our national discourse and prevent future tragedies. 

There’s no comparison between precedent on abortion and precedent on interracial marriage. Plus: Joe Biden promised to be a different president. Also: A panel on the state of the media.  

Today on [un]Divided: It may take an alien invasion to bring us together. Plus: Elon Musk plans to default vote. Also: Would Justice Clarence Thomas really ban interracial marriage? 

Today on [un]Divided: Jeff Bezos pushes back at White House for deflecting on inflation. Plus: The debate around so-called "replacement theory" as a hate crime motivator. Also: The gender identity debate in schools is officially off the rails. 

Today on [un]Divided: America's moral consistency problem. Plus: Another Congressional Republican is caught on tape being a hypocrite. Also: Brandi's best friend joins the podcast to compare and contrast the political climates in Seattle and New York City.

Today on [un]Divided: Washington state reaches a milestone worth screaming into a pillow about. Plus: Does the renewed abortion debate mean a change in Midterm strategy for blue state Republicans? Also: A Wordle scandal. 

Today on [un]Divided: "My body, my choice" has been rendered nearly meaningless. Plus: Dems try to terrify Americans about what could fall after Roe. Also: A government agency that cares more about bad press than fulfilling its core mission.

Today on [un]Divided: Is there a way to save Seattle and Portland from annoying anarchists? Plus: While some fire unvaccinated firefighters, other agencies find a way to keep them. Also: CNN's new head wants the network to respect "differing viewpoints."

Today on [un]Divided: Johnny Depp's defamation suit against Amber Heard is a check on cancel culture. Plus: Dems set up a hotline aimed at signature gatherers. Is it voter intimidation or just savvy politics? 

Today on [un]Divided: Elon Musk's Twitter takeover leads to a Twitter meltdown. Plus: A moderate Democrat who endorsed Biden in 2020 gives his honest assessment of how the President is doing. 

Today on [un]Divided: The anti-woke movement can go too far. Kevin McCarthy caught in a big fat lie. Why does the press treat viewers like they're stupid? 

Today on [un]Divided: Two undeniable examples of America's crime crisis. Plus: Facts over feelings on issues of race. Also: Firing firefighters is a choice, not a mandate. 

Today on the [un]Divided Podcast: An emotional appeal to keep unvaccinated firefighters. Plus: Does the government care about public input or not? Also: The President, Peter, and Psaki.