Solving America's Problems

The biggest issue in health insurance isn't hospitals or insurance companies—it's the consumer's lack of understanding. Rhiannon Hiter shares why families get slammed with unexpected bills, drawing from her triple view as patient, provider, and agent. She breaks down confusing terms like deductibles, co-insurance, and exclusions, plus red flags in policies and agents. Jerremy Alexander Newsome and Dave Conley explore misconceptions, government plans, and how better choices cut risks without chasing cheap coverage.Timestamps:(00:00) Cracking the Health Insurance Code with Rhiannon Hiter(00:54) Introduction to Solving America's Problems(01:35) The Insurance Game: Hidden Costs and Fine Print(02:08) Meet Rhiannon Hiter: A Triple Perspective on Healthcare(03:16) Understanding Insurance Language and Policies(06:43) Common Insurance Pitfalls and Misunderstandings(15:47) Government Plans and Catastrophic Insurance(21:09) Navigating Surprise Bills and Claims(29:43) Choosing the Right Insurance Agent(31:42) Starting Your Insurance Policy: Timing and Application Tips(32:07) Recognizing Sales Tactics in Insurance Quotes(32:25) Importance of Early Application and Medical Records(33:17) Red Flags When Choosing a Broker(34:37) Understanding Family vs. Individual Plans(35:37) Training Agents: Key Principles(36:11) Personal Health Choices and Insurance Advice(39:23) Transparency and Pricing in Healthcare(41:30) Educational Gaps in Insurance Knowledge(47:17) The Role of Big Pharma and Lifestyle Changes(50:57) Final Advice and Contact InformationConnect:Instagram – https://instagram.com/rhiannonhiterX – https://x.com/rhiannonhiterEmail – rhiannon@nickheider.comText/Call Rhiannon – tel:6159056050Team Heider Instagram - https://instagram.com/teamheider📢 Solving America’s Problems Podcast – Real Solutions For Real Issues🎧 Listen on  Apple | Spotify | & More!🌍 Join the conversation on Instagram | YouTube | X

A single Thanksgiving meltdown cracked open the truth: everyday food was wrecking Zen Honeycutt's boys. She ditched GMOs and pesticides, switched to organic – and watched them heal.Jerremy Alexander Newsome and Dave Conley unpack this with Honeycutt, founder of Moms Across America. They trace glyphosate from fields to plates, vaccines, even Big Pharma ties. It's not just gut issues – diet flips behavior and mental health too. Why regenerative farming might be the only fix that sticks. Skeptical? The numbers on global policy shifts don't lie.Timestamps:(00:00) Solving America's Problems: From Crisis to Crusade, Unpacking America's Food Fight with Zen Honeycutt(01:09) Introduction and Today's Topic(02:54) Meet Zen Honeycutt: A Mother's Mission(03:55) The Thanksgiving Incident: A Turning Point(05:37) The Journey to Healing: From Despair to Hope(12:25) Understanding the Food Crisis: GMOs and Pesticides(22:53) The Birth of Moms Across America(32:15) The Power of Organic: A Personal Testimony(41:57) The Future of Farming: Organic and Regenerative Solutions(47:29) The Dangers of Glyphosate(48:02) Foods to Avoid and Organic Alternatives(48:41) The Reality of Glyphosate in Our Food and Environment(50:03) Glyphosate in Vaccines and Its Implications(51:00) The Connection Between Agriculture and Big Pharma(01:00:01) The Importance of Reading Labels and Choosing Organic(01:03:18) The Impact of Diet on Mental Health and Behavior(01:14:34) The Need for Regenerative Organic Farming(01:21:14) Call to Action: Supporting Moms Across America(01:23:51) What Did We Learn?Connect:Unstoppable (Mini eBook) – https://shop.momsacrossamerica.com/products/unstoppable-mini-ebookInstagram – Moms Across America – https://www.instagram.com/momsacrossamerica/Facebook – Moms Across America – https://www.facebook.com/MomsAcrossAmerica

Over 70% of folks filing bankruptcy from medical debt had insurance. But networks and fine print still wreck you.Jerremy Alexander Newsome and Dave Conley dig in with Nick Hiter, who built 150 insurance agencies raking $100M fast. He breaks down why knowing your policy beats blind trust, how to haggle bills down, and the pricing chaos that hits everyone.It's blunt talk on claims fights, broker picks, and owning your health moves—no excuses, just real edges.Timestamps:(00:00) Health insurance truths – Nick Hiter intro(02:51) Expert background – Meet Nick Hiter(04:35) Insurance networks – How they limit you(07:51) Policy details – Why read the fine print(16:26) Bill negotiation – Tactics that work(23:49) Claims process – Fighting denials(29:14) Hospital admissions – Insurance pitfalls(29:35) Broker trust – Picking the right one(32:10) Medical debt – Negotiation steps(33:43) Pricing mess – Why costs vary wildly(36:33) Consumer role – Health choices matter(45:17) Health education – Building knowledge(46:57) Wrap-up – Key resourcesConnect:Website – https://nickhiter.com/Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/nickhiter/X (Twitter) – https://x.com/nickhiterYouTube – https://www.youtube.com/NickHiterFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/nickhiterofficialPodcast – https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/thehitstreak

America forks over twice as much for healthcare as other nations, yet we die younger with the world's fattest waistlines. It's not an accident—it's a system rigged to keep us sick for profit.Dr. Amanda Holden and Dr. Shawn Dill, who've ditched the corporate grind, join Jerremy Alexander Newsome and Dave Conley to unpack the incentives warping care, from maternal mortality spikes to rural black holes. They drop real alternatives like cash models and HSAs, plus blunt tips on dodging the traps. Skeptical? Listen— the numbers don't lie.Timestamps:(00:00) American Sickcare intro with the experts(00:51) America's Healthcare Crisis laid bare(01:10) Meet Dr. Amanda Holden and Dr. Shawn Dill(01:47) Why it's broken Sick Care, not health(04:44) Ditching the traditional system for good(09:59) The gap between patients and providers(12:19) Financial incentives twisting care quality(28:47) Cash-based and concierge medicine options(31:50) HSAs for health and building wealth(37:28) Maternal mortality's shocking stat(39:05) Rural healthcare's brutal challenges(40:05) How poverty fuels maternal and infant deaths(41:18) Obesity and chronic disease explosion(44:22) Education's overlooked role in staying healthy(47:25) Economic hits and food supply messes(59:15) AI and tech reshaping the future(01:05:35) Practical tips and final takeaways(01:11:34) Closing thoughts(01:12:50) Quick wrapConnect:Dr. Amanda Holden – Instagram @dr.amanda.holden; holdentimelessbeauty.comDr. Shawn Dill – Instagram; YouTube; Facebook; LinkedIn; shawndill.com

College used to be the golden ticket. Now it’s a $1.7 trillion debt trap for millions while only 3% of careers actually reward the degree with higher pay.Jerremy Alexander Newsome and Dave Conley rip apart the myth: exploding admin costs, profit-driven schools, bias against non-degree paths, and why trades and on-the-job training are quietly eating college’s lunch. No sacred cows survive.Timestamps:(00:00) College Wrap Up – cold open on the real ROI(00:47) Introduction and Overview(01:00) Questioning the Value of College – the numbers don’t lie(01:52) Exploring Alternatives to College – trades, apprenticeships, self-taught(12:46) The Bias Against Non-Degree Holders – how HR filters kill opportunity(15:13) Trade Schools and Other Career Paths – where the money actually is(26:38) The Student Debt Crisis – scale and who profits(29:31) Industry Collaboration in Education – what works when companies train(30:32) The Changing Classroom Experience – Zoom U vs 1995(33:28) Rising Costs and Administrative Inflation – where your tuition really goes(34:56) The Profit Motive in Education – universities as hedge funds(40:00) Student Loan Forgiveness Debate – moral hazard vs bailout(51:29) The Future of Jobs and AI Impact – degrees about to matter even less(55:10) Advice for the Next Generation – what parents and kids need to hear(59:42) Final Thoughts on Education Reform📢 Solving America’s Problems Podcast – Real Solutions For Real Issues🎧 Listen on  Apple | Spotify | & More!🌍 Join the conversation on Instagram | YouTube | X

Kyle Gray flat-out predicts traditional college will be obsolete within 20 years, turbocharged by AI. With $1.7 trillion in student debt crushing millennials and Gen Z while the job market flips overnight, Jerremy Alexander Newsome and Dave Conley bring in entrepreneur Kyle Gray and fintech Professor Karen Elliott to tell us if higher ed can get cheap, relevant, and human fast enough—or is the degree prestige already dead?Timestamps:(00:00) College at the crossroads – the intro that hits hard(00:44) Why we’re even asking if college is dying(01:05) Meet Kyle Gray and Professor Karen Elliott(03:57) Is college actually becoming obsolete?(05:12) AI’s takeover of education right now(08:03) The intangibles you can’t get on YouTube(11:02) Critical thinking and learning to fight properly(21:46) How to make college actually affordable(31:27) Future of humanities and arts degrees(39:35) Designing the perfect education system(43:37) Why conflict and debate still matter(48:03) AI and the future of work – no sugarcoating(52:25) Non-traditional paths that actually work(01:10:03) Advice to our 18-year-old selves(01:15:24) Final thoughtsConnect:Kyle Gray – https://www.youtube.com/@heykylegrayKyle Gray – https://www.instagram.com/heykylegrayProfessor Karen Elliott – https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-elliott-3b692725/

Anya Kamenetz just dropped the receipts: the pandemic didn’t just disrupt school, it straight-up stole a year from an entire generation of kids. We’re talking massive learning loss, skyrocketing mental health crises, and inequalities that got turbocharged.Jerremy Alexander Newsome and Dave Conley go hard with Anya on what actually happened behind the headlines, who dropped the ball, and why most “recovery” talk is still bullshit. If you’ve got kids—or just give a damn about the future—this one hits different.Timestamps:(00:00) The stolen year – what the data actually says about the damage(09:18) Learning loss numbers that should terrify every parent(22:41) How remote learning crushed the poorest kids hardest(34:55) The mental health explosion no one wants to fund(48:12) Why adults moved on but kids never got to(1:01:37) The generational justice question we’re dodgingConnect:Anya Kamenetz – https://thegoldenhour.substack.com/Anya Kamenetz – http://anyakamenetz.net/📢 Solving America’s Problems Podcast – Real Solutions For Real Issues🎧 Listen on  Apple | Spotify | & More!🌍 Join the conversation on Instagram | YouTube | X

83% of college graduates aren't using their degrees in careers. $1.7 trillion in student debt weighs on the system.Jeremy Hritz and Rob Wallace share their journeys—varied paths, real outcomes—and question if college delivers like it used to. They dive into costs, alternatives like technical schools, and why the path to success keeps shifting. No hype, just straight talk on education's real value today.Timestamps:(00:00) Is college even worth it anymore? – cold open(00:58) The big question and who’s asking it(02:59) Jerremy and Dave’s real college/debt stories(04:44) $1.7T student debt bomb – how we got here(05:09) Broken system or just oversold promise?(07:05) Why trade schools are eating college’s lunch(34:26) Teachers, curriculum, and who’s really failing(50:25) Inflation, loans, and the subsidy trap(53:55) Who’s accountable when tuition never stops rising(56:41) Fix it earlier: the power of K-12 done right(59:27) Climbing out of six-figure debt – personal playbooks(01:15:23) Final take: degree vs no degree in 2025(01:29:12) Wrap and what’s next📢 Solving America’s Problems Podcast – Real Solutions For Real Issues🎧 Listen on  Apple | Spotify | & More!🌍 Join the conversation on Instagram | YouTube | X

The national debt just blew past $36 trillion and piles on $12.5 billion daily. Five no-BS entrepreneurs say the problem isn’t revenue—it’s waste, incentives, and a government that refuses to act like a business.Jerremy Alexander Newsome and Dave Conley grill the panel on defense bloat, entitlement explosions, education failures, and why politicians never feel the pain. Zero sacred cows survive.Timestamps:(00:00) $36T debt – the daily bleed that should terrify you(00:55) America’s real financial crisis kicks off(03:00) Panel holds DC accountable(03:38) Alex drops truth bombs on the debt(06:03) Preston: it’s efficiency, not just spending(08:56) Rhett calls out the leadership vacuum(24:11) Tom on why budgets are fantasy(33:32) Alex torches education + Medicare spending(45:49) Jeremy rewrites the values playbook(48:10) Tom’s hard-money rules America needs(51:26) Why Congress is clueless about money(54:05) Radical rethink of what America even values(56:30) Money in politics + term limits debate(01:01:39) AI eating jobs while debt explodes(01:08:26) Taxation, spending, and the real fixes(01:32:53) Final gut-check and wake-up call📢 Solving America’s Problems Podcast – Real Solutions For Real Issues🎧 Listen on  Apple | Spotify | & More!🌍 Join the conversation on Instagram | YouTube | X

Jerremy Alexander Newsome and Dave Conley just finished their first deep dive—three raw episodes on school shootings—and they’re changed. No spin, no named fixes. Just the gut punches that stuck: sedentary kids, garbage food, over-medication, crushed teachers, zero real community, and money vanishing into bureaucracy. This wrap-up is Jerremy and Dave stripping it down to what actually matters and why the simple human stuff beats fortress schools every time. If you only catch one episode from the series, make it this one.Timestamps:(00:00) What We Learned – full school-shooting series recap(00:59) Cold open and why this hits different(01:37) The big-picture reflection nobody wants to say out loud(03:25) Tech fixes that actually work right now(08:12) Human-centric safety over metal detectors(09:29) Teachers and parents tell the unfiltered truth(22:14) Where the money really goes (and doesn’t)(36:49) The dead-simple fix: enriched environments(37:42) Teachers breaking down from impossible conditions(39:36) Tech in schools – blessing and curse(43:09) Why the best teachers still show up every day(44:31) Lori’s story – from tragedy to relentless advocacy(46:53) Rebuilding community as the real firewall(57:18) Education as the root of everything broken in America(01:05:06) Next fights coming and final punch in the gut📢 Solving America’s Problems Podcast – Real Solutions For Real Issues🎧 Listen on  Apple | Spotify | & More!🌍 Join the conversation on Instagram | YouTube | X

Every 48 hours, another American school faces a shooting threat. Lori Alhadeff buried her 14-year-old daughter Alyssa after Parkland—then refused to let it happen again. Jerremy Alexander Newsome and Dave Conley go deep with Lori on silent panic buttons, rapid-response training, and why funding actually matters. No politics, no excuses—just what works when seconds count and kids’ lives are on the line.Timestamps:(00:00) School shootings – the stat nobody wants to hear(03:09) Lori’s story – losing Alyssa at Parkland(05:37) Founding Make Our Schools Safe(07:17) Alyssa’s Law – silent panic alarms that save lives(09:57) Real challenges schools still face(14:01) How Alyssa’s Law actually gets passed and installed(18:19) Community involvement and spotting mental health red flags(31:58) Tech that cuts response time(36:21) Final push – what parents and students can demand right now(38:40) What we walked away knowingConnect:Make Our Schools Safe – https://makeourschoolssafe.orgLori Alhadeff on X – https://twitter.com/LoriAlhadeff

Kids cracking jokes mid-lockdown because active-shooter drills feel fake and the fear never lands right. Three veteran educators—Eric Stenlake, Jennifer Winters, Danielle Lysaght—pull zero punches on what’s actually happening inside schools. Jerremy Alexander Newsome and Dave Conley dig into mental health breakdowns, junk school food, teacher shortages, insane budgets, and why the system keeps failing the people in the room every day.Timestamps:(00:00) School shootings open with Eric, Danielle, Jennifer(00:56) Why this convo hits different(04:39) Active-shooter drills—kids laugh because nobody taught fear management(09:22) Mental health collapse in classrooms(14:59) Missing health education and life skills(17:42) What teachers actually deal with daily(35:15) Security theater vs. what might work(56:38) Where the education budget really goes(01:00:49) Teacher pay, retention, and burnout truth(01:08:05) Martial arts, ROTC, and physical discipline ideas(01:28:35) School nutrition disaster and brain impact(01:39:21) Final thoughts—why teaching still mattersConnect:Eric Stenlake / Energetic Life Now – https://www.youtube.com/@energeticlifenow📢 Solving America’s Problems Podcast – Real Solutions For Real Issues🎧 Listen on  Apple | Spotify | & More!🌍 Join the conversation on Instagram | YouTube | X

America averages one school shooting every two days – over 1,200 in five years. Jerremy Alexander Newsome and Dave Conley go hard with security pros Alonzo Alexander (ex-Air Force, State Dept) and Robert Davies (British cyber legend running Total Security Global). No politics, no slogans – just raw talk on threat assessments, AI + robotics, behavioral red flags, mental health breakdowns, privacy trade-offs, and why most “solutions” are theater. This one hits different.Timestamps:(00:00) A School Shooting Every 48 Hours – What Actually Stops It(00:57) Cold open – the real numbers(01:10) Robert Davies and Alonzo Alexander intros(01:58) 1,200+ shootings – scope of the nightmare(06:39) Hardening schools from the inside(08:39) AI, robotics, digital twins – what actually works(11:15) Catching the kid before the gun(18:15) Who’s supposed to pay for this?(21:41) Culture rot and societal cracks(52:23) Tech vs privacy – where the line breaks(01:01:07) Wildest new safety tools nobody’s talking about(01:04:48) What other countries do that we won’t(01:22:22) Budget fights and real priorities(01:42:10) Final gut-check takeawaysConnect:Robert Davis: stealth-iss.com📢 Solving America’s Problems Podcast – Real Solutions For Real Issues🎧 Listen on  Apple | Spotify | & More!🌍 Join the conversation on Instagram | YouTube | X

44% of us are one surprise bill from disaster. Jerremy Alexander Newsome and Dave Conley rip the band-aid off America’s real financial fragility and the everyday crises we pretend aren’t there. From healthcare shocks to education traps, they hit the systemic cracks keeping people broke and stressed. Jerremy drops his raw wake-up story, fatherhood money lessons, and why mindset actually moves the needle when everything else feels rigged.Timestamps:(00:00) 44% can’t cover a $400 emergency – the stat that hurts(01:27) Meet Jerremy Alexander Newsome(02:36) College debt scare that flipped his money game(04:29) First trades and early wins(11:37) What fatherhood teaches about real wealth(18:31) Belief, positivity, and why it’s not woo-woo(25:01) The real mission behind Solving America’s Problems(39:39) Why your vote might matter way less than you think(41:04) How to make giant problems feel solvable(44:17) The $400-emergency family rescue story(49:27) Fixing the broken education machine(53:22) Who this show is actually for(58:54) Immigration, abortion, the big fights coming(01:04:10) Perfect day exercise that hits different(01:08:08) Rapid-fire with Jerremy(01:15:30) Wrap-up and what’s next📢 Solving America’s Problems Podcast – Real Solutions For Real Issues🎧 Listen on  Apple | Spotify | & More!🌍 Join the conversation on Instagram | YouTube | X

In this transformative episode of Solving America’s Problems, guest host Robyn Ivy—a life coach, medium, and intuitive guide—interviews Jerremy Alexander Newsome and Dave Conley on the profound link between money, relationships, and spiritual growth. They explore Jerremy’s journey from poverty to wealth building through stock market investing, overcoming financial fears and shame, balancing masculine and feminine energies, and urgent calls for educational reform and creativity in schools amid AI’s rise. Emphasizing gratitude and positive thinking, they reveal how aligning with money’s energy fosters prosperity, healing, and societal solutions.Timestamps:(00:00) Introduction and Host Takeover(00:34) Robyn Ivy's Background(01:14) The Relationship Between Money and Everything(03:14) Jerremy's Journey with Money and Relationships(05:19) Jerremy's Backstory(05:55) Early Influences and Stock Market Fascination(07:45) The Importance of Consistency in Wealth Building(17:22) Overcoming Financial Fears(22:01) The Energetics of Money and Speed(27:58) Balancing Rigidity and Flexibility(29:29) The Two Wolves: Light and Dark(30:26) Men, Healing, and Leadership(33:51) The Persistent Problem of Hunger(35:27) Rethinking the Educational System(36:05) The Importance of Creativity in Schools(38:11) Preparing for the Future with AI(41:24) Financial Wisdom and Investing(55:12) The Power of Positive Thinking and Gratitude(59:11) Conclusion and Final ThoughtsConnect with Robyn:Web: https://www.robynivy.comPodcast: The Robyn Ivy Podcast on Apple Podcasts | Spotify📢 Solving America’s Problems Podcast – Real Solutions For Real Issues🎧 Listen on  Apple | Spotify | & More!🌍 Join the conversation on Instagram | YouTube | X

Jerremy Alexander Newsome and Dave Conley unpack the nuances of gun control in America, revealing why total bans fall short and targeted regulations matter more. They stress mental health's pivotal role in curbing gun violence, weaving in state-specific laws, proactive steps, and social drivers like poverty and hopelessness. Blending personal stories with data, they champion balanced policies that honor the right to bear arms while prioritizing public safety through informed, multifaceted solutions.Timestamps:(00:00) America's Gun Trap: Why Bans Fail and Deeper Woes Demand Urgent Fixes(08:58) International Perspectives on Gun Laws(14:58) The Root Causes of Gun Violence(16:43) Final Thoughts and Future Discussions📢 Solving America’s Problems Podcast – Real Solutions For Real Issues🎧 Listen on  Apple | Spotify | & More!🌍 Join the conversation on Instagram | YouTube | X

Dave Conley and Jerremy tackle America's gun violence epidemic, showing how urban youth, rural residents, and veterans face distinct threats. They favor targeted interventions over sweeping bans, stressing fixes for poverty and mental health. Highlighting just three universal U.S. gun laws, they advocate for enhanced education and training akin to driving or piloting licenses, plus community violence intervention programs and tougher rules to curb crime's roots.Timestamps:(00:00) Gun Violence Crisis: How Poverty and Isolation Fuel America's Deadliest Divide(07:56) The Single Shot Rifle Debate(08:44) Chris Rock's Take on Gun Control(09:11) The Role of Ammunition Costs(10:26) Mental Health and Gun Violence(11:21) Community Violence Intervention (CVI)(12:45) The Link Between Poverty and Crime(15:07) The Need for Gun Education📢 Solving America’s Problems Podcast – Real Solutions For Real Issues🎧 Listen on  Apple | Spotify | & More!🌍 Join the conversation on Instagram | YouTube | X

Jerremy Alexander Newsome and Dave Conley dive into the fiery debate on gun ownership in America, unpacking cultural divides between urban and rural views on firearms. They spotlight gun violence stats, where suicides—especially among veterans—dominate, tying into a broader mental health emergency. Comparing firearm deaths to heart disease and car accidents, they call for balanced regulations and holistic public health approaches, pushing informed fixes that tackle both gun control and emotional well-being.Timestamps:(00:00) Introduction and Setting the Stage(00:46) Trigger Warning: Guns in America(01:59) Cultural Perspectives on Gun Ownership(03:06) Statistics and Public Health Concerns(03:47) Personal Experiences with Guns(05:59) Gun Ownership for Defense and Hobby(12:33) Mental Health and Gun Violence📢 Solving America’s Problems Podcast – Real Solutions For Real Issues🎧 Listen on  Apple | Spotify | & More!🌍 Join the conversation on Instagram | YouTube | X

Dave and Jerremy tackle housing affordability for younger generations, critiquing outdated 30-year mortgages and political neglect, while advocating creative financing like owner deals and better financial education. They stress civic education for participatory democracy, then preview a pro-human gun series—focusing beyond control on suicide epidemics and human-centered solutions to bridge divides.Timestamps:(00:00) Housing Crunch: Affordability Challenges for the Young(06:14) Civic Essentials: Building Education for Engaged Citizens(11:39) Next Up: Pro-Human Lens on Guns and Control📢 Solving America’s Problems Podcast – Real Solutions For Real Issues🎧 Listen on  Apple | Spotify | & More!🌍 Join the conversation on Instagram | YouTube | X

Jerremy and Dave explore civic duty as a virtue, spotlighting guest Tyler's take on voting as personal integrity and Rob Richie's push for ranked choice voting. They dissect why many—especially youth—skip elections, proposing bold shifts like making voting "cool," mandatory participation, incentives, and a national holiday to transform apathy into action and amplify every voice in democracy.Timestamps:(00:00) Reflections: Barriers and Hopes for Voting Reform(06:31) Voter Apathy: Unpacking Why People Skip Elections(09:49) Impact Factor: The Real Power of Individual Votes(10:32) Electoral College Critique: Weighing Its Role Today(13:11) Engagement Boost: Ideas to Make Voting Accessible and Fun📢 Solving America’s Problems Podcast – Real Solutions For Real Issues🎧 Listen on  Apple | Spotify | & More!🌍 Join the conversation on Instagram | YouTube | X