Behind Enemy Lines Radio

It's been a whirlwind of a week both in the news and here Behind Enemy Lines - but don't worry, we got you covered! First, Gene discussed the "Showdown at the White House Corral" between President Trump, Nancy Pelosi and Chuck Schumer as they publicly jousted over the impending shut down of the government. Who landed the most blows? Who landed the best blows? Is this what 2019 is going to look and sound like? We break it down. Then, as we continue to match toward crowining the 2019 Buffoon of the Year, we welcome Gavin Clarkson to the show to tell us his hilarious run-in with paper pushers in Washington D.C. who initially refused to grant him and his fiance a marriage license.... because they didn't know New Mexico was a state! We swear, this is real - we couldn't make this up even if we tried! Finally, we'll wrap up the week that was with Gene's take on where he thinks the Mueller investigation will ultimately lead after the conviction and sentencing of Michael Cohen, and we'll highlight the story of friend of the show, Jack Buckby, who is suing the U.S. Department of Homeland Security for holding up his visa application for over two years, preventing him from visiting his fiance. And speaking of relationships... oh, we won't spoil it - tune in to find out!

It's the most wonderful time of the year - time to choose the 2018 Buffoon of the Year, presented by our friends at Less Government, More Fun!By now, you know how it works: Our BEL "Conclave" has assembled to review the news of the year and agreed upon the Top 16 political buffoons from government, media, celebrities, pseudo-celebrities, internet infamy and more. They will now go head-to-head in a tournament where YOU will decide who the bigger buffoon was until one is left standing as the one and only undisputed 2018 Buffoon of the Year!We take buffoonery very seriously, so much so that we have made a "science" of studying it. Just check out Matthew Fairley's The Sharpton Scale™As we wanted this to be the most competitive class of buffoons in our history, we did eliminate three people from consideration for fear that their high visibility and polarizing partisan nature would skew the results - after all, we are looking for buffoonery, not a partisan measuring contest! So President Trump and Hillary Clinton are out. As is the reigning 2017 Buffoon of the Year, Maxine Waters, who was not eligible this year for fear that her "victory" last year would unduly influence voters (but fret not, she may make a comeback next year... who knows!) Finally, any recent buffoonery (staring right at you, Tom Arnold) didn't make the cut, but will be factored into our consideration for next year. OK, enough of the nonsense, here are our finalists for the 2018 Buffoon of the Year!Oh, and here's this week's show.

Happy Thanksgiving from Behind Enemy Lines Radio! This week, Gene flies solo-ish and talks about the dissension in the Democratic ranks exposed this week, when Congressional Democrats signed a letter of "no confidence" in Nancy Pelosi for Speaker of the House - and even then how Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez broke down the politics of division even further. Because, apparently, some progressives are more "real" than others. Even the Women's March organizers are fighting among themselves and dividing not only by gender, but by race. Then, Gene talks to BEL Contributor Nat Paul about his recent series of articles about reforming the Electoral College. It's a healthy discussion of differing points of view on the topic of why it exists, and what, if anything, should be done to change the process for upcoming Presidential elections. And, with 2020 just around the corner, now is as good of a time as any to talk about this and more.

Gene and Russ break down the breakdown in elections administration and the latest controversy in... you guessed it - Florida! The boys discuss the news coming out of the national embarrassment that were the elections for Governor and U.S. Senate in Florida. Were invalidated votes mixed with valid ones? Why does chain of custody matter? And they can't help but regale their own glory days of when they were winning elections in the "People's Republic of" New York. And hang around for the end of the show, where we bring back a Veteran's Day GEM from the "Brooklyn GOP Radio" days that involves our own "Yak Attack" and some horrible singing of a beautiful patriotic standard (Russ made us do it.)

Behind Enemy Lines Radio takes a deep dive into the spike in politically-motivated violence - and we're not afraid to go straight to the source! Gene sits down with Pawl Bazile, a sort-of spokesperson for the controversial organization known as the Proud Boys. Who are they? What do they stand for? Why are they always around when political violence breaks out. We ask that and more. All that, plus Gene Berardelli offers up some of his own theories - like maybe Hillary Clinton is to blame? Listen without prejudice, keep an open mind, think for yourself and draw your own conclusions!

Behind Enemy Lines recaps another wacky week in politics. In between some real talk about the caravan traveling through Mexico and the President's rally in Texas with Sen. Ted Cruz, the cray was strong this week (and we even taped before the lunacy of the pipe bomb mailings occurred). Just listen to this nonsense: - Famed lawyer to porn stars MIchael Avenatti provides non-stop entertainment, especially after Russ and Gene discuss the latest news of his multi-million dollar judgment against his firm for wages owed to an associate, as well as news of his eviction from a Newport Beach office. - Milk is racist! At least according to PETA, that is. Gene brings Russ up to speed on the latest attempt at relevance by PETA in its struggle for veganism - and his response is priceless! - Sen. Cory Booker's righteous keyster getting caught up in a #HeToo accusation! Then, the show takes a break from politics to talk to best-selling author, businessman and honest-to-goodness ninja Chris Casamassa (you may know him as Scorpion from the Mortal Kombat movies and television shows!) who visits to talk about his crusade against bullying and his new book and program, Bully Proof Fitness. Chris is on a mission to educate and motivate 1,000,000 kids across the country - and we're here to help him!

The boys are back in town! Gene Berardelli and Russell Gallo catch up on lost time, discussing a ton of topics in the news, from the continuing Kavanaugh fallout to Antifa out of control in Portland and the "People's Republic of" New York and even the first poll of the 2020 Presidential race! Russell and Gene even renew their long standing argument over the role of the Supreme Court in government - a real wonk-fest! Then, the show welcomes longtime friend Amanda Head. Currently the spokesperson for The Committee to Defend the President, and a rising conservative rock star making regular appearance on Fox News programming, as well as running her "Hollywood Conservative" website and corresponding for America's Voice, Amanda gives BEL a firsthand account of her experiences working with the Senate campaign for Marsha Blackburn in Tennessee.

Gene Berardelli goes Behind Enemy Lines to discuss the latest happening in the political world as we head into the 2018 midterm elections. Gene recaps the confirmation of now-Justice Brett Kavanaugh, and the lessons learned on all sides (or should be learned!) Maybe Democrats will learn not to act like an angry mob and alienate the people they are trying to convince. Whoops, did we use the "M-Word"? Learn how the PC police over at CNN are getting testy when you use the word "mob" to characterize the angry mob of protesters out in full force, but are just peachy keen with calling Kanye West a "token negro". Then, Gene talks about the show's latest Newsmax column - it seems that not ALL old, white millionaire men are all bad, considering that Democrat orgs, PACs and progressive candidates are accepting hundred of millions in donations from the top 1%.

Behind Enemy Lines Radio is back! Where has the show been? Gene Berardelli gives a quick explanation about the most trying summer of his life. We then dive right into the biggest news story of 2018 - the judicial nomination of Judge Brett Kavanaigh and the ensuing circus that has taken place involving allegations of sexual assault, slurs in high school yearbooks and unsubstantiated claims of gang rapes. Robert Patillo, a frequent guest on Fox News and host of his own hit radio show, People, Passion and Politics, brings his perspective to the three-ring farce, answering the biggest question of all - is all this really work it to Judge Kavanaugh, the Republicans and President Trump? This is just part one of two interviews, with Gene joining Robert this coming Sunday on his show! (Check out www.behindenemylinesradio.us for more details!)

We fancy ourselves connoisseurs of political buffoonery, having sat front row to so much of it in the past few years. That is why we are confident in saying, given the political news of the past week and the reactions from all sides to that news, that American political discourse has officially “jumped the shark.” No one was immune from the political hysteria, as you'll hear. The left and the right were united in lunacy, with each side committing unforced errors over political nonsense. What exactly do we mean? Tune in and find out!

President Trump's foreign policy is redefining what it means to lead from a position of strength. In the wake of the President's decision to withdraw from the Iran Nuclear Deal, we look back to past interviews from friend of the show and Iranian nuclear expert Alireza Jafarzadeh to put the withdrawal into proper context and analyze what the next steps may be. We then turn closer to home here in the "People's Republic of" New York to discuss the most colossal example of hypocrisy in recent political memory. We are, of course, talking about the breaking news involving former NY Attorney General Eric Schneiderman, and the recent revelations of his violence against women - and how NY Democrats may be complicit in allowing this deviant monster to prey on his victims.

From Michelle Wolf's horribly delivered "roast" at the White House Correspondent's Dinner, to Kanye West jumping off of the "Democratic Plantation" thanks to his love for President Trump and listening to Candace Owens, Behind Enemy Lines checks out the latest "Politi-Tainment" news, and why we should pay attention to the intersection of politics and pop culture - not to in form opinions, but to inform trends.

The walls are closing in on James Comey as his book tour has turned into a nightmare for him and other former higher-ups at the FBI. He simply won't stop talking! But when he talks, new revelations emerge revealing the anti-Trump culture and an arrogance beyond comparison. Gene delves into the latest news that should concern James Comey - a lot. We then welcome our guest, radio show host and all-around amazing guy Josh Tolley. While we are loathe to plug the competition, we have to give Josh his due! John has an amazing following for his radio show, the aptly named "Josh Tolley Show" across the nation and indeed the world! Josh has been named one of the world's Top 100 Business Trainers in the world, whose business advice truly resonates with people, resulting in an incredible YouTube following and views of nearly 27 Million. He is the author of the several best-selling books including "Evangelpreneur" & "Quit Your Job or Die." So yeah, he's a big deal. We talk about the similarities between conservatism and entrepreneurship, and delve into why he feels a U.S.-China trade war is a good thing for the country. Find out more about Josh Tolley at www.joshtolley.com. All that, plus we check in with "Auntie" Maxine Waters forher latest crazy buffoonery: now all of a sudden, she trusts James Comey?!? We are not making this up!

The headlines all scream about stopping illegal immigration, but there is a hole in the immigration wall that no one in DC is talking about, much less fixing: Immigration Marriage Fraud. It's pretty simple: Marry an American, claim to be a battered and abused spouse, and you get a Green Card. While it sounds like a pitch for a Hollywood script, this actually happened to Julie Poner. Poner, an American Citizen, testified before the US Senate that she was falsely accused of abuse so her husband could remain in the U.S. past his conditional permanent residency. Listen to her horrify story of how her illegal immigrant husband became abusive to their children and threatened to take them back to Europe with him, and how when she told by U.S. immigration officers, they responded by saying she could be charged with marriage fraud herself if she continued to sponsor her husband, and actually did so even after she withdrew the application. It's a must-listen show. Also, in light of the news that House Speaker Paul Ryan's announced retirement, we re-visit last week's interview with aspiring successor to his seat, Special Forces Green Beret Nick Polce.

In addition to discussing the news of the week, including Trump's efforts to discourage the Central American migrant caravan and the admission by the Mueller investigation that the President is not a target, Behind Enemy Lines Radio explores what may be the biggest question of the 2018 Midterm election cycle - will President Trump have "coat-tails" for congressional Republicans to ride to a victory? We also look at how President Trump may have inspired other first-time candidates, including our guest, Nick Polce, who is running for Congress in a primary against Speaker Paul Ryan. Nick is a straight shooter who openly talked about his background, his policy positions, and his feelings on Paul Ryan. Nick is a Green Beret who was deployed overseas eight times to a variety of different global hotspots where he served honorably and with distinction - listen to how his experiences in service to our nation informed his political views. There's a little something in this show for everyone from newshounds to wonks, to those who want to hear Gene mess up! Tune in now!

The news this week was fast and furious all over the country! Gene did his best to cover it all, including virtually real time coverage of the still-undecided Special Election for a Congressional seat in Pennsylvania, and why those attempting to use the race as tea leaves for the 2018 Midterms may be overreaching. Gene then breaks down the news that President Trump ousted Secretary of State Rex Tillerson, and how the two were never publicly on the same page, as well as why it pays to judge when awaiting the draft report from the House Intelligence Committee on Russia collusion in the 2016 election. And it's time to #ResetTheClock! Which NY politician did the latest perp walk in the capital of corruption? Tune in to find out!

Behind Enemy Lines Radio returns with a whirlwind of a show. First, Gene Berardelli runs the gamut of news he missed while dealing with some personal health problems, including the Parkland school shooting, the DOJ"s announcement of a lawsuit against California for interfering with ICE's immigration enforcement, and a warning to beware of North Koreans bearing gifts. Then, Gene is joined by Tea Party leader and Nevada congressional candidate, Sharron Angle, who talks about why she is running and why her call to action should stir conservatives around the country to support her candidacy. Finally, Gene talks about theepic failure that were this weekend's past Oscar telecast, including Hollywood superiority complex and sex abuse problems, as well as a shocking lack of self-awareness.

Behind Enemy Lines Radio attempts to delve into the rabbit hole that is the mind of Congressman Adam Schiff to try to understand exactly how he thinks. He seemingly lives in a world where nefarious Russians seeking to sabotage America lurk around every corner—including behind law-abiding Americans exercising their constitutionally protected rights. We look into his specious comments connecting Trump, Russia and the NRA (like there is any real connection) and almost get lost in that rabbit hole! Gene also goes after PETA for coming at his childhood!

Our friend John Preston is set to become the voice of a new American generation. John takes on a lot of missions in his life. He is a full-time firefighter protecting his community. He is a Marine Corps veteran who protected our country. His latest mission has been using his awesome talent as a singer and songwriter to raise awareness of veterans suffering from PTSD and of families dealing with the suicide of a loved one lost. He has kicked ass in each mission. John, an artist signed with Concore Entertainment, is on the precipice of a mainstream music explosion after releasing a new song taking the Digital Radio Trends charts by storm. It's called Before I Am Gone, and it's powerful. As we release this episode "Before I Am Gone" keeps climbing the DRT 200, is a Top 20 Rock Song, and is also rated on the Indie Music and Adult Contemporary charts. John goes back Behind Enemy Lines to speak with Gene and Russell to talk about this deeply-personal song (you'll be floored when you hear the origin of its powerful lyrics) the pain of dealing with PTSD that nearly cost him his life and did take his brother from him and his family, and - most importantly - the hope that comes with reaching hundreds of thousands - and soon millions - around the world.

Gene and Russ review a week of greater liberal lunacy than usual. First, the boys analyze the #SchumerShutdown, picking the winners and losers (spoiler alert - it ain't call the Schumer Shutdown for nothin') who gained what, and where we stand on the negotiation of the budget, DACA, the Wall and more. Then, Russ and Gene look at the latest on the cluster-you-know-what that is the Mueller investigation / House inquiries into Trump-Russia collusion, FBI wrongdoing, the FusionGPS memo and anything else that can be thrown in there. That, and a shout out to the takedown of Twitter by Project Veritas and James O'Keefe, who had given a SIGNED copy of his book to be given away on the show! Details to follow on www.behindenemylinesradio.us