Solving America's Problems

Jerremy Alexander Newsome & Dave Conley
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Solving America’s Problems isn’t just a podcast—it’s a journey. Co-host Jerremy Newsome, a successful entrepreneur and educator, is pursuing his lifelong dream of running for president. Along the way, he and co-host Dave Conley bring together experts, advocates, and everyday Americans to explore the real, actionable solutions our country needs. With dynamic formats—one-on-one interviews, panel discussions, and more—we cut through the noise of divisive rhetoric to uncover practical ideas that unite instead of divide. If you’re ready to think differently, act boldly, and join a movement for meaningful change, subscribe now.

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    Why 59% live paycheck to paycheck now.

    59% live paycheck to paycheck—worst since Depression. Political funding truths revealed. Summary: 59% of Americans live paycheck to paycheck, the worst since the Great Depression. Former Congresswoman Marie Newman breaks down the income gap and its causes, shares her transition out of office. Jerremy Alexander Newsome and Dave Conley hit on political funding, defense spending, and mental health's tie to gun ownership. Timestamps: (00:00) Income gap hits hardest – 59% live paycheck to paycheck since Depression(01:53) Congress exit exposes gaps – office transition reveals funding flaws(03:16) Action falls short – final thoughts show defense spending ties(04:35) Lessons ignored daily – mental health links gun ownership truths Connect: Marie Newman – Website | Bluesky | Facebook | Instagram | Substack 🌍 Connect with us: Instagram | YouTube | X 🎧 Listen to Episodes → Here

    18 мин.

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    Why do veterans self-harm double after VA cuts?

    Veterans face a fatal lag in support. Self-harm attempts doubled after a 67% cut to Veterans Administration funding. Jerremy Alexander Newsome and Dave Conley talk with former Congresswoman Marie Newman. She pushes for proactive health and wellness aid for vets. They cover system inefficiencies, political corruption, and ways to cut money's influence. Discussions hit on economic gaps too. Timestamps: (00:00) Veterans need preemptive care – self-harm doubled since 67% VA cuts(06:15) Government wastes resources – inefficiencies drive up veteran suffering(10:21) Money poisons decisions – financial ties block fair veteran aid(11:24) Donations warp policy – corruption lets veteran needs lag behind(12:22) Courts favor insiders – rules protect power over public good(13:27) Conflicts erode trust – politicians' ties hurt veteran support(14:13) Stock education shapes views – personal paths reveal system flaws(15:17) Congress trades stocks freely – bans could cut economic inequity(19:01) Wealth gaps hit hardest – inequity fuels veteran health crises Connect: Marie Newman – Website | Bluesky | Facebook | Instagram | Substack 🌍 Connect with us: Instagram | YouTube | X 🎧 Listen to Episodes → Here

    25 мин.

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    Why does money drive gun violence?

    Gun violence doesn't happen in a vacuum—it's tied to money, misinformation, and public health. Jerremy Alexander Newsome and Dave Conley dive into reform with former U.S. Congresswoman Marie Newman, who shares her personal journey and holistic approach to gun ownership. They explore the role of the NRA, the influence of money, and practical solutions to reduce gun violence. Timestamps: (00:00) Gun reform starts here – violence connects directly to money, misinformation, public health(00:38) Marie Newman's entry – former Congresswoman brings personal experience to the table(01:33) Holistic reform exposed – gun ownership needs full view beyond just politics(03:50) Life changes matter – personal journeys shape real activism on guns(06:04) Activism hits walls – politics creates constant barriers for change(06:37) Money corrupts policy – financial power dictates gun violence outcomes Connect: Marie Newman – Website | Bluesky | Facebook | Instagram | Substack 🌍 Connect with us: Instagram | YouTube | X 🎧 Listen to Episodes → Here

    20 мин.

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    Most Gun Deaths Are Suicides—Why Are We Still Debating Magazines? (Full)

    44,000 Americans die each year from gun-related deaths, the majority suicides. Jerremy Alexander Newsome and Dave Conley sit down with Steven Orr to argue we should legislate psychology, not morality. Steven walks through his own history with guns. They unpack mental health failures, social pressures, media influence, and why education plus community support beat endless policy fights. Timestamps: (00:00) Debate starts with wrong frame – most deaths are self-inflicted, not crime(00:28) Steven Big Beat joins – lived experience, not talking points(01:44) Guns from childhood – normal upbringing, no tragedy(03:57) Ownership is psychological – protection, identity, not evil(06:05) American violence stats lie – suicides dominate the 44,000(09:26) Mental health collapse kills – treat despair, drop the body count(19:47) Media normalizes rage – constant exposure shapes minds(34:05) Real solutions exist – education and support, not more laws(41:10) Congress avoids blame – they control the levers(42:17) Running costs millions – cash blocks outsiders(43:19) Money buys outcomes – influence is obvious(45:36) Gun rights aren’t eternal – context has shifted(47:27) Prevention starts with care – mental health gaps are lethal(51:54) Ownership future depends – culture decides, not just courts(56:25) Social media breeds shooters – isolation plus outrage(58:56) Surveillance tempts control – privacy cost is massive(01:00:54) Community actually works – connection beats isolation(01:07:04) Rapid-fire cuts deep – no dodging left(01:09:25) Lesson is simple – focus on psychology, save lives Connect: Steven Orr – Instagram | X | LinkedIn | a...

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    Why Do We Keep Blaming Guns Instead of Mental Health and Data?

    Most gun violence comes from breakdowns in data, mental health support, and social media’s toxic effects. Education could shift the trajectory. Jerremy Alexander Newsome and Dave Conley talk with Steven Orr about rethinking gun control, confronting societal neglect, and how stronger mental health conversations plus better schooling can prevent future violence. Varied opinions clash, but the resistance to real talk stands out. Timestamps: (00:00) Reform clips miss the point – violence isn’t just about guns(06:24) Rapid-fire forces honesty – education and mental health are the levers(08:45) Real lesson hits home – society avoids the hard conversations Connect: Steven Orr – Instagram | X | LinkedIn | Website 🌍 Connect with us: Instagram | YouTube | X 🎧 Listen to Episodes → Here

    22 мин.

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    Can We Accept Total Surveillance to End School Shootings?

    Can AI surveillance eliminate mass shootings? Jerremy Alexander Newsome and Dave Conley push Steven Orr on the real drivers. Steven ties cultural shifts and personal humiliations to gun violence. Jerremy argues school shootings could drop to zero with better data and mental health focus. Dave warns against trading privacy for safety. They tackle NRA funding, money in politics, historical gun rights, social media’s role, and surveillance trade-offs. Timestamps: (00:00) Reform clips expose the fight – real positions, no spin(07:22) Congress owns the inaction – they decide, we pay(08:28) Running for office costs millions – cash gates the system(09:30) Money buys influence – NRA and others prove it(11:48) Gun rights evolved over time – not fixed in 1791(13:39) Mental health gaps drive violence – fix despair, save lives(18:06) Future ownership hangs on choices – culture shifts fast(22:36) Social media amplifies rage – direct link to shootings(25:07) Surveillance could monitor threats – but privacy dies Connect: Steven Orr – Instagram | X | LinkedIn | Website 🌍 Connect with us: Instagram | YouTube | X 🎧 Listen to Episodes → Here

    27 мин.

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    School Shootings Tracked Social Media Growth—Why Ignore Mental Health?

    School shootings climbed exactly with social media’s rise. Jerremy Alexander Newsome and Dave Conley talk with Steven Orr about violence in media and its effects on youth mental health. Steven explains avoiding human targets in games. Jerremy asks why the mental health piece gets ignored. Dave notes the shift from a few TV channels to endless online platforms. They break down divisive rhetoric, personal humiliation, identity loss, rejection as triggers—especially for young men—and the value of real social interaction. Timestamps: (00:00) Games alone don’t cause violence – intent behind targets matters(00:18) Media shapes mental health – constant exposure changes kids(01:50) Social media multiplied access – went from 3 channels to infinite violent content(02:57) Shootings follow divisive talk – rhetoric fuels isolation(06:14) Connections prevent breakdowns – lack of them hurts(07:13) Humiliation and rejection trigger – real drivers of rage(08:57) Young men hit hardest – isolation amplifies risk(09:51) Identity crises feed racism – loss of belonging escalates(11:20) Violent cults recruit the lost – easy targets online(13:19) Gun ranges show red flags – behavior reveals intent(14:33) Root cause is mental health – address despair, reduce shootings Connect: Steven Orr – Instagram | X | LinkedIn | Website 🌍 Connect with us: Instagram | YouTube | X 🎧 Listen to Episodes → Here

    15 мин.

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    Why Are We Legislating Morality When Most Gun Deaths Are Suicides?

    44,000 Americans die each year from gun-related causes, with the majority being suicides. Jerremy Alexander Newsome and Dave Conley talk with Steven Orr about moving past moral arguments to focus on psychological wellness. Steven shares his early experiences with firearms. They examine how mental health drives gun violence stats and why data plus responsible ownership offer clearer paths forward. Timestamps: (00:00) Most gun deaths are suicides – not mass shootings or crime(00:28) Steven Big Beat’s real story – guns from childhood, no tragedy(01:44) Ownership isn’t moral failure – it’s often protection and sport(03:57) Psychology drives decisions – fear, isolation, despair pull triggers(06:05) America’s violence stats mislead – suicides dwarf homicides(09:26) Mental health gaps kill – treat despair, save thousands Connect: Steven Orr – Instagram | X | LinkedIn | Website 🌍 Connect with us: Instagram | YouTube | X 🎧 Listen to Episodes → Here

    20 мин.
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Solving America’s Problems isn’t just a podcast—it’s a journey. Co-host Jerremy Newsome, a successful entrepreneur and educator, is pursuing his lifelong dream of running for president. Along the way, he and co-host Dave Conley bring together experts, advocates, and everyday Americans to explore the real, actionable solutions our country needs. With dynamic formats—one-on-one interviews, panel discussions, and more—we cut through the noise of divisive rhetoric to uncover practical ideas that unite instead of divide. If you’re ready to think differently, act boldly, and join a movement for meaningful change, subscribe now.

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    Jerremy Alexander Newsome & Dave Conley
  • Годы выхода
    2025 - 2026
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