Ryan Schuiling Live

Sheriff Steve Reams joins the show to discuss the recent developments in Iran and the US's response. Ryan shares his thoughts on President Trump's actions, comparing them to the Gulf War and the importance of transparency in government.

The two also dive into the local world of politics, discussing the differences between Colorado's Republican candidates and the need for a more relatable, hopeful message. 

The conversation also touches on the legacy of Rush Limbaugh, his enduring and relevant take on the failed Obama nuclear deal with Iran, and his impact on the 2016 election.

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Sheriff Steve Reams joins Ryan to discuss the latest on the war in Iran and the Save America Act. They dive into the politics behind the war powers resolution, with Representative Jeff Crank sharing his perspective from just outside the House floor in Washington.

The conversation also touches on the division within the Republican Party over the war and the role of the filibuster in the Senate. Ryan and Sheriff Reams also discuss the importance of voter ID and the Democrats' stance on the Save America Act.

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Sheriff Steve Reams of Weld County joins Ryan to discuss the latest on Tina Peters' potential clemency. Governor Jared Polis' decision to consider this move has sparked controversy, with some seeing it as a calculated move to appease President Trump. Ryan and Sheriff Reams dive into the politics behind the decision, questioning whether Polis is genuinely considering clemency or just trying to avoid further conflict with the President. 

Veteran political consultant Dick Wadhams joins to discuss the Save America Act and the role of Senator John Thune as majority leader in its passage.

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Jimmy Sengenberger breaks down his latest column for The Gazette, entitled 'Colorado's Jason Crow misfires over Iran.'

https://x.com/SengCenter/status/2028874506639683990?s=20

He also discusses the latest developments in the Tina Peters saga, where Governor Jared Polis is considering clemency. Jimmy breaks down the case, highlighting the differences between the sentencing of Tina Peters and former State Senator Sonya Jaquez Lewis (D), who received probation for similar charges. He also shares his thoughts on President Trump's involvement and the potential motivations behind Polis's decision. Jimmy's in-depth analysis provides context and insights into the...

Darcy Schoening, former Colorado GOP Director of Special Initiatives, joins the show to discuss the latest on Victor Marx's gubernatorial campaign. Darcy shares her concerns about Marx's past, including allegations of human trafficking and child abuse. She also weighs in on the recent controversy surrounding the Gilpin County Lincoln Day Dinner, where she was escorted out for speaking out against Marx. The conversation touches on the Republican primary, the role of endorsements, and the potential implications for the party. Darcy's insights provide a unique perspective on the complex dynamics at play in Colorado politics.

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Governor Jared Polis (seemingly) randomly posts on X his musings about considering clemency for convicted Mesa County clerk Tina Peters, in the wake of Democrat Sen. Sonya Jaquez Lewis escaping hard time for a similar crime. What is the selfish motivation behind this political calculation? Because we know it's not Polis doing this out of the goodness of his heart.

The few. The proud. Boulder County district attorney Michael Dougherty joins a short list of elected Democrats willing to enter the arena that is RSL, commenting on Secretary of State Jena Griswold's false claim that she presented...

In a moment of levity, Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the United States is 'going to unleash Chang' on Iran as the course of military operations continues in removing the Islamic regime from power. The phrase is apparently linked to a sword gifted to the former Senator from Florida governor Jeb Bush, which hearkens back to a 2016 Presidential race that W's younger brother would like to forget.

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Joining Alicia Garcia and Ryan on a 2A Tuesday, lawyer William Kirk of Washington Gun Law to discuss the legal implications of Colorado's various gun-grab bills and access restrictions for law-abiding gun owners. Kirk attended a protest rally on the steps of the capitol in Denver on Monday with Alicia as three bills were being heard at the General Assembly.

Also, Alicia and Ryan reflect upon Justice Neil Gorsuch's epic line of questioning in oral arguments for U.S. v. Hemani, in which the government is attempting to prohibit 'unlawful users' of drugs or those 'addicted to...

Erin Lee, founder of Protect Kids Colorado, joins to spotlight her latest op-ed written for The Christian Post, entitled 'Colorado's unprecedented prostitution proposal threatens Main Street America.' 

Also, creepy and weird California state senator Scott Weiner is up in arms after the U.S. Supreme Court rules that parents must be informed of their children's gender identities - and that schools are not permitted to hide that information from them.

Colorado's unprecedented prostitution proposal threatens Main St

Benjamin Ryan on X: "California state senator and congressional candidate Scott Wiener asserts that some c...

Gordon Chang, China expert and author of 'Plan Red' and two other books about the country, joins Ryan with his analysis on the fall of the Iranian Islamic regime and what it means for the region and world economy. Specifically, how it affects China as both Venezuela and Iran were two of the top sources for oil imports for the world's largest communist nation.

Plan Red: China's Project to Destroy America

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Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) praises the U.S. military strikes on Iran, citing details of the war powers act for the President as commander-the-chief. He mentions President Trump has 60 days to have Congress authorize such actions.

Shannon and Ryan also discuss the lunar eclipse in the early morning hours, along with the glorious options at Hiro Buffet in Aurora.

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Former GOP national spokesperson Elizabeth Pipko, a first-generation American Jewish woman of Russian descent, joins Ryan with her perspective on the fall of the Islamofascist regime in Iran and what it means for Israel, the region, the rest of the world, and for history.

Elizabeth Pipko

Hanif Bagherzadeh, an Iranian national part of the democratic opposition - the National Council of Resistance of Iran - joins to discuss the role of the resistance units inside Iran who are leading the protests to overthrow the mullahs' regime and establish a democratic republic. And they want no...

President Trump has staked a tremendous amount of political capital, along with the fickle faith of the American people, on the launching of major military operations in Iran. The ayatollah has been killed as part of an onslaught of airstrikes, along with reports of the death of former Iranian president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad. So far, it has cost three American service members their lives. Will the cost of war be worth the reward? Ryan breaks down why he feels history will judge Trump kindly as this bold move will pay off in the long run for stability and security in...

With public comment being made available at this week's upcoming Colorado Parks & Wildlife meeting at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Westminster, Colorado for Responsible Wildlife Management executive director Dan Gates joins Chris Rourke and Ryan to encourage listeners to participate.

At issue is a looming fur ban petition, navigating the perils of wolf reintroduction for farmers and ranchers, the chilling effects of SB25-003 (Semiautomatic Firearms & Rapid-Fire Devices), and other leftist legislation and policies undermining the efficacy of wildlife management in Colorado.

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RSL starts live with an early morning press conference featuring Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan 'Raizin' Caine updating the last 48-72 hours following the start of major military operations in Iran. 

Chris Rourke, Colorado Inside Out joins the program early with her snapshot analysis as well.

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Stephen L. Miller, host of the Versus Media podcast, joins Ryan to lampoon the pathetic pandering of Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA) to a black audience in Georgia. Which just so happens to be one of our upcoming Fool of the Week nominees.

Also, another nominee for said award, the irony of New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani encouraging city residents to show up with two forms of ID to shovel snow - while opposing the requirement of government-issued photo ID as proof of citizenship to vote in elections.

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For the third straight week, we feature a local comedian in a cameo appearance on RSOH (Stephanie McHugh, Merit Kahn joined us the two previous weeks), as Steve McGrew - an 'OG' of 'cancel culture' - tells his own cautionary tale about being blacklisted by the woke mob. 

Fool of the Week nominees: Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT), Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY), Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA), and New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani (DSA).

Also, Steve and Deborah comment on the decline of late-night TV shows and a texter smartly suggests that Steve should appear as a...

Denver mayor Mike Johnston made national news in November 2024 by promising a 'Tiananmen Square moment' at the Denver city limits where city police and local moms would be standing in the way of ICE agents looking to execute mass deportations of criminal illegal aliens from the city. Now, he has signed an executive order vowing to prohibit ICE from accessing public buildings of any kind in Denver. Ryan skewers the mayor for his reckless, irresponsible, dangerous comments which open the door to chaos and confusion as to whether and how Denver Police will be expected to apprehend federal agents...

Sen. John Kennedy (R-LA) delivers another banger in a Senate hearing with Fed vice-chair Michelle Bowman. 

Local law enforcement is banding together to ramp up enforcement against speeding vehicles between Colorado Springs and Denver, with focus on those coming into Lone Tree and Greenwood Village.

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Stephen L. Miller, host of the Versus Media podcast, joins Ryan to critique (and mock) reaction from Democrats and leftist media to President Trump's raucous State of the Union address on Tuesday night. 

Also, the irony of New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani encouraging city residents to show up with two forms of ID to shovel snow - while opposing the requirement of government-issued photo ID as proof of citizenship to vote in elections.

Plus, backlash against the gold medal-winning U.S. Men's Hockey team culminates with them accepting an invitation from President Trump to a...

Ryan outlines how every kid goes through the confusion of puberty, some perhaps with gender dysphoria, but we should always default to affirming the sex they presented at birth.

Priscilla Rahn, founder of Excalibur Classical Academy, joins Ryan to reflect on the life and career of actress Lauren Chapin. Lauren was like a 'second mom' to Priscilla, dating back to her days in high school.

Priscilla Rahn on passing of Lauren Chapin (1945-2026)

Excalibur Classical Academy

Restoring Education in America: An Inspirational Teacher Toolbox: Rahn, Priscilla, Rahn M.Ed.

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Erin Lee, founder of Protect Kids Colorado, joins Ryan to reflect on her organization's accomplishment in procuring around 170K signatures for each of three ballot initiatives this fall: 

#108: Penalties for human trafficking of a minor 

#109: Concerning male and female participation in school sports, 

#110: Concerning prohibiting surgery for minors for the purpose of alteringthe minor’s biological sex characteristics and prohibiting state and federal funding
for such surgeries

Child Safety Advocacy | Protect Kids Colorado | CO

Erin for Parental Rights (@Erin4Parents) / X

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Weld County Sheriff Steve Reams, also running for County Commissioner in the fall, reacts to voters electing to halt a multi-million-dollar entertainment district in Greeley. What are the implications for the city and its residents?

Cascadia development project in Greeley on hold after vote - YouTube

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Jimmy Sengenberger stops by for his weekly visit with his take President Trump's State of the Union address, and his latest for The Gazette entitled 'Court hands Colorado a tariff 'liberation day'.'

Court hands Colorado a tariff ‘liberation day’ | Jimmy Sengenberger - Denver Gazette

Also, Jimmy provides his 'keep or sell' picks on the 2026 list of finalists for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame released this morning. Jimmy and Ryan also have a debate on the purpose and power of Trump's international tariffs.

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Rep. Lauren Boebert (R, CO-4) joins Ryan to recap President Trump's State of the Union address from Tuesday night and discuss her appearance on Real Time with Bill Maher. 

Lauren Boebert (@laurenboebert) / X

Ryan breaks down why Rep. Boebert was CORRECT on our founding principles as an American nation based upon rights bestowed by our Creator.

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President Trump set a trap for Democrats at the State of the Union address on Tuesday night, and they stepped right into it. He asked those in attendance to please stand if they agree that government's primary role is to support American citizens over illegal aliens. When Democrats refused to stand, Trump blasts them by saying 'you should be ashamed of yourself.'

Another Remembering Rush segment recalls his prescient take on the inevitable failure of Obamacare.

Also, breaking down the list of 2026 finalists for induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

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In another edition of 'Trump's Hot Takes,' Ryan features the President jokingly referencing people complaining to him that we're winning too much, followed by introducing the gold medal-winning U.S. men's hockey Olympic team at the State of the Union. The muted, mundane response from the Left tells us everything we already know - Trump's policies are working, and his administration is winning on a vast majority of issues just over one year in.

Also, Rep. Lauren Boebert (R, CO-4) makes her debut appearance on 'Real Time with Bill Maher,' acquitting herself quite well. She...

Doug Johnson, senior director of business development for Cruise & Tour, joins the show to discuss Ryan's 'maiden voyage' with a listener trip experience to New Orleans, Louisiana. It's a foodie's dream, which is right up Ryan's alley, and Doug fills in the details of how listeners can sign up for an unforgettable five days in The Big Easy from Sunday, September 20 through Thursday, September 24.

Discover New Orleans with Ryan Schuiling - Cruise & Tour

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A week ago, Alicia Garcia tangled with Rep. Anthony Hartsook (R-44) over his co-sponsorship of bipartisan HB26-1108, entitled “Colorado Bureau of Investigation Access Federal Fingerprint Search Service.” Rep. Hartsook then took to the airwaves last Thursday with Ryan to offer up a full response. Now, Alicia has her chance at a full rebuttal as the bill is brought before committee with public testimony. She has a full breakdown of problems with the bill, and her plan to testify against it.

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Benjamin Allbright, host of Broncos Country Tonight on KOA, joins Ryan live from the site of the 2026 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis as the event gets underway and the Denver Broncos begin scouting prospects for the NFL Draft in Pittsburgh.

Benjamin Allbright (@AllbrightNFL) / X

Doug Johnson, senior director of business development for Cruise & Tour, joins the show to discuss Ryan's 'maiden voyage' with a listener trip experience to New Orleans, Louisiana. It's a foodie's dream, which is right up Ryan's alley, and Doug fills in the details of how listeners can sign up...

Weld County Clerk Carly Koppes joins us from her plane about to depart for Virginia with a quick take on concerns over U.S. Postal Service deliveries being potentially interrupted by a government shutdown near Election Day, which could affect whether ballots are mailed on time to Colorado voters.

Trump calls mail ballots corrupt, Colorado may send them out even earlier

Weld County Sheriff Steve Reams joins Ryan to discuss a special election today in Greeley that could delay a large entertainment district development in the city that his home to University of Northern Colorado. He...

Weld County Clerk Carly Koppes joins us from her plane about to depart for Virginia with a quick take on concerns over U.S. Postal Service deliveries being potentially interrupted by a government shutdown near Election Day, which could affect whether ballots are mailed on time to Colorado voters.

Trump calls mail ballots corrupt, Colorado may send them out even earlier

Weld County Sheriff Steve Reams joins Ryan to discuss a special election today in Greeley that could delay a large entertainment district development in the city that his home to University of Northern Colorado...

Ken Kal, longtime radio play-by-play announcer for the Detroit Red Wings, joins Ryan to recap USA Men's Hockey winning their first gold medal since the Miracle On Ice in 1980, with Red Wings center Dylan Larkin playing a pivotal role in the team's success.

Ken Kal (@KenKalDRW) / X

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John Brooks, 2026 Republican candidate for Colorado governor, returns to the program with an update on his outsider campaign as he looks to break into the conversation among leading candidates.

Home | Brooks for Colorado Governor | Official Campaign Site

After Team USA's men's hockey gold medal victory, Ryan feels it's a good time to remind everyone what brings us altogether as AMERICANS rather than what separates us in silos as separate 'communities,' as the Left is wont to do.

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Jenifer Waller, CEO of the Colorado Bankers Association, joins Ryan to discuss credit card issues at the state and federal level that will affect consumers. 

A federal 10% interest rate cap on credit cards may not be what it appears - potentially resulting in reduced access to everyday credit and emergency liquidity, lower credit limits and tighter lending standards, and higher fees to offset increased risk for lenders.

A state bill would restrict interchange, following on the heels of a bill known as 'Stop the Skim' in shorthand and entitled HB25-1282 'Payment Card Network Practices & Fees...

Chris Rourke (Colorado Inside Out, PBS 12) stops by for her weekly contribution on our Weekend Recap, reflecting on Team USA's first men's hockey gold medal in 46 years and breaking down the dramatic plot twist in Colorado's 3rd Congresional District race.

Hope Scheppelman, Republican primary challenger of Rep. Jeff Hurd (CO-3), joins Chris and Ryan after a seismic moment saw President Trump withdraw his endorsement of the Congressman and shift his support to her campaign. 

https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/116110654345152184

https://hopeforcolorado.com/

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Rep. Gabe Evans (R, CO-8) joins with an update on legislation he is pursuing at the federal level to combat restrictive Artificial Intelligence laws in blue states, including 'algorithmic discrimination' in Colorado, which is sending companies like Palantir for greener (redder?) pastures and costing our state jobs.

Team USA men's hockey takes home the gold medal in the Olympics for the first time since the 'Miracle On Ice' of 1980, and just the third time ever (1960, 1980, 2026). Ryan puts together a montage in tribute to both the 1980 and 2026 teams, set to Peter Gabriel's cover of David Bowie's 'Heroes' for you...

In the final hour of today's show, Ryan Schuiling is joined by Christian Toto and Merit Khan to react to Stephen Colbert's fight with Paramount and Khan's upcoming one woman show: Optimistic Personality Disorder.

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In the third hour of today's show, Ryan looks at the reaction to his own interview with Scott Bottoms and Kyle Clark's story on Scott Bottoms' claims and breaks down whether or not we should believe Bottoms.

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In the second hour of today's show, Ryan Schuiling talks about Alysa Liu's inspirational story in contrast to Eileen Gu.

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