The Elsa Kurt Show

Patriots & Pens with Elsa
Patriots & Pens with Elsa

Want an on-air shout out? Support the show here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/614722/support You may know Elsa Kurt for her uncanny, viral Kamala Harris impressions & conservative comedy skits, but she’s also a lifelong Patriot & longtime Police Wife. She has channeled her fierce love and passion for God, family, country, and those who serve as the creator, Executive Producer & Host of the Elsa Kurt Show with Clay Novak. Her show discusses today’s topics & news from a middle class/blue collar family & conservative perspective. She also introduced a new podcast series called: Coming Out Christian.. Her book, Welcome to the Family (Life Behind the Thin Blue Line) has been called the “must have survival guide for new LEO spouses.” The vocal LEOW’s career began as a multi-genre author who has penned over 25 books, including twelve contemporary women’s novels. Her fiction stories explore the complex and relatable experiences of everyday life – the love & laughter, the heartbreak & sorrow, and everything in between. She finds the extraordinary in ordinary lives and puts you in the front seat of every story. Elsa has also written several children’s books, all with themes of encouragement, empowerment & uplifting messaging. Visit Elsa's Store: https://elsa-kurt-collection.myshopify.com/ Elsa's Amazon Finds: https://a.co/ekT4dNO Elsa's Books: https://www.amazon.com/~/e/B01E1VFRFQAs of Sept. 2023, Author, Veteran, & commentator Clay Novak joins Elsa in the co-host seat. About Clay: Army OfficerClay Novak was commissioned in 1995 as a Second Lieutenant of Infantry and served as an officer for twenty four years in Mechanized Infantry, Airborne Infantry, and Cavalry units .  He retired as a Lieutenant Colonel in 2019. Warrior Clay is a graduate of the U.S. Army Ranger School and is a Master Rated Parachutist, serving for more than a decade in the Airborne community.  He was deployed a combined five times to combat in Afghanistan and Iraq. Leader Serving in every leadership position from Infantry Platoon Leader to Cavalry Squadron Commander, Clay led American Soldiers in and out of combat for more than two decades. Outdoorsman Growing up in a family of hunters and shooters, Clay has carried on those traditions to this day.  Whether building guns, hunting, shooting for recreation, or carrying them in combat , Clay Novak has spent his life handling firearms. Author Keep Moving, Keep Shooting is the first novel for Clay.  You can also read his Blog on this website and see more content from Clay on his Substack. Media Consultant Clay has appeared on radio and streaming shows as a military consultant, weighing in on domestic and foreign policy as well as global conflict.  He has also appeared as a guest on multiple podcasts to talk about Keep Moving, Keep Shooting and his long military career.Get Clay's book: https://amzn.to/47Bzx2HVisit Clay's site: Clay Novak (claynovak-author.com)

  1. 2d ago

    Fauci Texts And The Cost Of Broken Trust

    Support the show Elsa's AMAZON STORE Elsa's FAITH & FREEDOM MERCH STORE Elsa's BOOKS Elsa Kurt: You may know her for her uncanny, viral Kamala Harris impressions & conservative comedy skits, but she’s also a lifelong Patriot & longtime Police Wife. She has channeled her fierce love and passion for God, family, country, and those who serve as the creator, Executive Producer & Host of the Elsa Kurt Show with Clay Novak. Her show discusses today’s topics & news from a middle class/blue collar family & conservative perspective. The vocal LEOW’s career began as a multi-genre author who has penned over 25 books, including twelve contemporary women’s novels.  Clay Novak: Clay Novak was commissioned in 1995 as a Second Lieutenant of Infantry and served as an officer for twenty four years in Mechanized Infantry, Airborne Infantry, and Cavalry units .  He retired as a Lieutenant Colonel in 2019. Clay is a graduate of the U.S. Army Ranger School and is a Master Rated Parachutist, serving for more tha...

  2. 2d ago

    She Turns Grief Into A Ladybug Story That Helps Kids Believe In Themselves

    She starts as one of the only women in her engineering program, builds a career in telecommunications, becomes a single mom, then pivots again into a classroom where she spends 20 years helping kids learn math and find their footing. That alone is a story worth hearing. But what happens next is where the imagination kicks in: she turns a painful family season and the loss of her mother into a children’s book series that helps kids laugh, feel seen, and believe in themselves.  We talk about her 10-book bug series and why “small, overlooked creatures” are the perfect way to teach big ideas like self-acceptance, resilience, friendship, and being different on purpose. She shares the meaning behind The Bug Who Wanted To Be A Bird, a story about a self-doubting ladybug who learns that chasing dreams starts with accepting who you are. We also dig into how her teaching experience shaped her approach to social-emotional learning, why reading works better when it’s joyful, and what she hopes families discuss after the last page.  You’ll also hear about publishing in multiple languages, collaborating on bright, vivid illustrations, and navigating parenting in a world full of screens and early social media. If you’re searching for inspiring career change stories, women in STEM paths, or children’s books that build confidence without preaching, this conversation delivers. Subscribe, share this with a parent or teacher, and leave a review with the biggest pivot you’ve made or want to make next. Find Ozlem's Books Here: https://amzn.to/4huQymH Support the show Elsa's AMAZON STORE Elsa's FAITH & FREEDOM MERCH STORE Elsa's BOOKS Elsa Kurt: You may know her for her uncanny, viral Kamala Harris impressions & conservative comedy skits, but she’s also a lifelong Patriot & longtime Police Wife. She has channeled her fierce love and passion for God, family, country, and those who serve as the creator, Executive Producer & Host of the Elsa Kurt Show with Clay Novak. Her show discusses today’s topics & news from a middle class/blue collar family & conservative perspective. The vocal LEOW’s career began as a multi-genre author who has penned over 25 books, including twelve contemporary women’s novels.  Clay Novak: Clay Novak was commissioned in 1995 as a Second Lieutenant of Infantry and served as an officer for twenty four years in Mechanized Infantry, Airborne Infantry, and Cavalry units .  He retired as a Lieutenant Colonel in 2019. Clay is a graduate of the U.S. Army Ranger School and is a Master Rated Parachutist, serving for more tha...

  3. 5d ago

    The Election Umpire Mindset

    If you’ve ever looked at an election result and thought, “I guess we just have to trust it,” this conversation is for you. I sit down with Mark Gotz, known as the election expert, who has spent more than 20 years monitoring elections and wrote a practical guide on how to inspect, validate, audit, and enforce federal elections. We get specific about where modern elections feel weakest, especially as we’ve shifted from a single Election Day to a longer election month shaped by vote by mail. We dig into what accountability actually looks like on the ground: signature verification, tracking how many vote-by-mail envelopes come in, and making sure those totals match the vote counts reported by election officials. Mark explains his “election umpire” idea, why being physically present matters, and why an audit isn’t an abstract concept. It can be as basic as reconciling the paper trail so the numbers make sense. We also talk about voter roll maintenance, inactive voters, and what federal election laws say about enforcement. Mark points to the National Voter Registration Act and the Help America Vote Act, and he explains why “a person” can have the right to take action when something looks wrong. If you’re tired of online complaints that go nowhere, you’ll walk away with a clearer sense of what to learn, what to watch, and what steps can be taken quickly. Subscribe for more honest, practical conversations, share this with a friend who cares about election integrity, and leave a review so more people can find the show. What’s one election process you’d want explained step by step? Get the book here: https://amzn.to/4xlpQl3 Support the show Elsa's AMAZON STORE Elsa's FAITH & FREEDOM MERCH STORE Elsa's BOOKS Elsa Kurt: You may know her for her uncanny, viral Kamala Harris impressions & conservative comedy skits, but she’s also a lifelong Patriot & longtime Police Wife. She has channeled her fierce love and passion for God, family, country, and those who serve as the creator, Executive Producer & Host of the Elsa Kurt Show with Clay Novak. Her show discusses today’s topics & news from a middle class/blue collar family & conservative perspective. The vocal LEOW’s career began as a multi-genre author who has penned over 25 books, including twelve contemporary women’s novels.  Clay Novak: Clay Novak was commissioned in 1995 as a Second Lieutenant of Infantry and served as an officer for twenty four years in Mechanized Infantry, Airborne Infantry, and Cavalry units .  He retired as a Lieutenant Colonel in 2019. Clay is a graduate of the U.S. Army Ranger School and is a Master Rated Parachutist, serving for more tha...

  4. Aug 6

    From Spain’s Border Chaos To Women’s Sports Truths

    A border gate opens, a crowd floods in, and suddenly a small Spanish enclave is dealing with mass chaos, deaths, and looted businesses, all supercharged by viral TikTok rumors. That’s where we start, because it captures the bigger theme Elsa Kurt and Clay Novak keep circling back to: the headline is never the whole story. The real story is the pattern that repeats when leaders dodge hard tradeoffs, media downplays inconvenient footage, and social platforms move faster than any institution can respond. From there we shift to women’s sports and the trans athlete debate, sparked by WNBA player Sophie Cunningham refusing to back down. We talk plainly about fairness, safety, and why “protecting girls” keeps getting reframed as a moral failure. We also dig into whether athletes like Caitlin Clark have any obligation to take political stances, and why professional leagues often drift into activism that alienates fans who simply want the game played well. The episode then hits public safety and the gun control conversation through the Idaho In N Out shooting, where armed responders return fire and prevent more deaths, followed by a legal showdown over New York trying to regulate masks and identification for federal immigration officers and a judge invoking the Constitution’s supremacy clause. We close with the darker edges of modern media, including Perez Hilton’s disturbing TikTok live stream and the urgent need for better live content safeguards, plus a rapid scan of Democratic Party fractures, Cuba’s national blackouts under socialism, and massive Iran funding requests without a clear endgame. If you value clear thinking over hot takes, subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review. What pattern do you want us to connect next? Support the show Elsa's AMAZON STORE Elsa's FAITH & FREEDOM MERCH STORE Elsa's BOOKS Elsa Kurt: You may know her for her uncanny, viral Kamala Harris impressions & conservative comedy skits, but she’s also a lifelong Patriot & longtime Police Wife. She has channeled her fierce love and passion for God, family, country, and those who serve as the creator, Executive Producer & Host of the Elsa Kurt Show with Clay Novak. Her show discusses today’s topics & news from a middle class/blue collar family & conservative perspective. The vocal LEOW’s career began as a multi-genre author who has penned over 25 books, including twelve contemporary women’s novels.  Clay Novak: Clay Novak was commissioned in 1995 as a Second Lieutenant of Infantry and served as an officer for twenty four years in Mechanized Infantry, Airborne Infantry, and Cavalry units .  He retired as a Lieutenant Colonel in 2019. Clay is a graduate of the U.S. Army Ranger School and is a Master Rated Parachutist, serving for more tha...

  5. Aug 4

    Watching Things Change: Cordell Overgaard

    Every conversation on The Elsa Kurt Show is an opportunity to hear a unique perspective. While guests don't always share my personal views, I believe thoughtful conversations are worth having. In this episode, Cordell J. Overgaard discusses the ideas behind his memoir Watching Things Change, reflecting on decades of change in American law, media, politics, technology, and society. Whether you agree with his conclusions or not, it's a conversation that invites reflection. https://amzn.to/4bofubQ Support the show Elsa's AMAZON STORE Elsa's FAITH & FREEDOM MERCH STORE Elsa's BOOKS Elsa Kurt: You may know her for her uncanny, viral Kamala Harris impressions & conservative comedy skits, but she’s also a lifelong Patriot & longtime Police Wife. She has channeled her fierce love and passion for God, family, country, and those who serve as the creator, Executive Producer & Host of the Elsa Kurt Show with Clay Novak. Her show discusses today’s topics & news from a middle class/blue collar family & conservative perspective. The vocal LEOW’s career began as a multi-genre author who has penned over 25 books, including twelve contemporary women’s novels.  Clay Novak: Clay Novak was commissioned in 1995 as a Second Lieutenant of Infantry and served as an officer for twenty four years in Mechanized Infantry, Airborne Infantry, and Cavalry units .  He retired as a Lieutenant Colonel in 2019. Clay is a graduate of the U.S. Army Ranger School and is a Master Rated Parachutist, serving for more tha...

  6. Jul 30

    Why A Presidential Pardon Could Backfire On Fauci

    Support the show Elsa's AMAZON STORE Elsa's FAITH & FREEDOM MERCH STORE Elsa's BOOKS Elsa Kurt: You may know her for her uncanny, viral Kamala Harris impressions & conservative comedy skits, but she’s also a lifelong Patriot & longtime Police Wife. She has channeled her fierce love and passion for God, family, country, and those who serve as the creator, Executive Producer & Host of the Elsa Kurt Show with Clay Novak. Her show discusses today’s topics & news from a middle class/blue collar family & conservative perspective. The vocal LEOW’s career began as a multi-genre author who has penned over 25 books, including twelve contemporary women’s novels.  Clay Novak: Clay Novak was commissioned in 1995 as a Second Lieutenant of Infantry and served as an officer for twenty four years in Mechanized Infantry, Airborne Infantry, and Cavalry units .  He retired as a Lieutenant Colonel in 2019. Clay is a graduate of the U.S. Army Ranger School and is a Master Rated Parachutist, serving for more tha...

  7. Jul 28

    Modern Burning Bushes

    Some conversations don’t fit in neat categories, and that’s exactly the point. We sit down with author, professor, and former technology executive Dr. Setrag Koshafian to talk about what happens when a lifelong pursuit of mathematics, computer science, and philosophy doesn’t dissolve faith, but sharpens it. His journey moves from agnosticism and mocking Christians to a grounded commitment to Jesus Christ, and he shares what finally broke through intellectually and personally.  From Moses noticing a “strange sight” in Exodus, we ask a provocative question: what are the modern burning bushes we keep walking past? That takes us into topics many Christians aren’t sure how to handle, from UFO claims and coming disclosure conversations to the deeper issue underneath them: spiritual discernment in a world full of noise. We also explore how the drive to live forever shows up in new forms, including AI, transhumanism, brain tech, and the cultural hunger to redefine reality on our own terms.  We go there on science and faith too, including why Dr. Koshafian thinks compartmentalizing is a mistake and why emerging technologies like quantum computing raise questions that are not only technical but theological. Along the way, we talk revivals, the Trinity, why certain biblical passages are rarely preached, and why end times teaching should ultimately lead to hope, not fear, because God’s kingdom ends with a new heaven and a new earth.  If you enjoy Christian apologetics, faith and science, and clear thinking about culture and technology, you’ll want to hear this one. Subscribe, share this with a friend who loves big questions, and leave a review so more listeners can find the show. Find Setrag's books here: https://amzn.to/3RsK9xO Support the show Elsa's AMAZON STORE Elsa's FAITH & FREEDOM MERCH STORE Elsa's BOOKS Elsa Kurt: You may know her for her uncanny, viral Kamala Harris impressions & conservative comedy skits, but she’s also a lifelong Patriot & longtime Police Wife. She has channeled her fierce love and passion for God, family, country, and those who serve as the creator, Executive Producer & Host of the Elsa Kurt Show with Clay Novak. Her show discusses today’s topics & news from a middle class/blue collar family & conservative perspective. The vocal LEOW’s career began as a multi-genre author who has penned over 25 books, including twelve contemporary women’s novels.  Clay Novak: Clay Novak was commissioned in 1995 as a Second Lieutenant of Infantry and served as an officer for twenty four years in Mechanized Infantry, Airborne Infantry, and Cavalry units .  He retired as a Lieutenant Colonel in 2019. Clay is a graduate of the U.S. Army Ranger School and is a Master Rated Parachutist, serving for more tha...

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  8. Jul 21

    The Making of Mighty Men with Jackie Wakefield

    What does it really take to become a mighty man or woman of God when you feel ordinary, behind, or even disqualified? We sit down with author and jail chaplain Jackie Wakefield to talk about The Making of Mighty Men and the surprising path God uses to form spiritual strength, courageous leadership, and real discipleship.  Jackie traces the message back to David’s mighty men, the misfits who gathered to David in a cave and later became giant killers. We talk about why calling and timing are not the same thing, how waiting can build endurance, and how God’s peace becomes a guide when your mind is racing. Jackie also shares the personal markers that kept him moving forward, including the long road from an initial prompting in 2014 to finally completing the book years later.  The conversation gets practical and raw through stories from prison and jail ministry, where transformation is tested under pressure. Jackie describes men and women coming out of addiction, rebuilding their lives through faith-based rehabilitation, and the ripple effect this kind of gospel-centered work can have on an entire community. We also dig into David’s repentance, spiritual authority, and why standing your ground matters when everyone else walks away.  If you’re hungry for Christian purpose, biblical leadership, and a faith that actually holds up in real life, this one will challenge and encourage you. Subscribe for more conversations like this, share the episode with a friend who needs hope, and leave a review with the biggest idea you’re taking with you. Find Jackie's Book Here: https://amzn.to/4f94yRB Support the show Elsa's AMAZON STORE Elsa's FAITH & FREEDOM MERCH STORE Elsa's BOOKS Elsa Kurt: You may know her for her uncanny, viral Kamala Harris impressions & conservative comedy skits, but she’s also a lifelong Patriot & longtime Police Wife. She has channeled her fierce love and passion for God, family, country, and those who serve as the creator, Executive Producer & Host of the Elsa Kurt Show with Clay Novak. Her show discusses today’s topics & news from a middle class/blue collar family & conservative perspective. The vocal LEOW’s career began as a multi-genre author who has penned over 25 books, including twelve contemporary women’s novels.  Clay Novak: Clay Novak was commissioned in 1995 as a Second Lieutenant of Infantry and served as an officer for twenty four years in Mechanized Infantry, Airborne Infantry, and Cavalry units .  He retired as a Lieutenant Colonel in 2019. Clay is a graduate of the U.S. Army Ranger School and is a Master Rated Parachutist, serving for more tha...

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Want an on-air shout out? Support the show here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/614722/support You may know Elsa Kurt for her uncanny, viral Kamala Harris impressions & conservative comedy skits, but she’s also a lifelong Patriot & longtime Police Wife. She has channeled her fierce love and passion for God, family, country, and those who serve as the creator, Executive Producer & Host of the Elsa Kurt Show with Clay Novak. Her show discusses today’s topics & news from a middle class/blue collar family & conservative perspective. She also introduced a new podcast series called: Coming Out Christian.. Her book, Welcome to the Family (Life Behind the Thin Blue Line) has been called the “must have survival guide for new LEO spouses.” The vocal LEOW’s career began as a multi-genre author who has penned over 25 books, including twelve contemporary women’s novels. Her fiction stories explore the complex and relatable experiences of everyday life – the love & laughter, the heartbreak & sorrow, and everything in between. She finds the extraordinary in ordinary lives and puts you in the front seat of every story. Elsa has also written several children’s books, all with themes of encouragement, empowerment & uplifting messaging. Visit Elsa's Store: https://elsa-kurt-collection.myshopify.com/ Elsa's Amazon Finds: https://a.co/ekT4dNO Elsa's Books: https://www.amazon.com/~/e/B01E1VFRFQAs of Sept. 2023, Author, Veteran, & commentator Clay Novak joins Elsa in the co-host seat. About Clay: Army OfficerClay Novak was commissioned in 1995 as a Second Lieutenant of Infantry and served as an officer for twenty four years in Mechanized Infantry, Airborne Infantry, and Cavalry units .  He retired as a Lieutenant Colonel in 2019. Warrior Clay is a graduate of the U.S. Army Ranger School and is a Master Rated Parachutist, serving for more than a decade in the Airborne community.  He was deployed a combined five times to combat in Afghanistan and Iraq. Leader Serving in every leadership position from Infantry Platoon Leader to Cavalry Squadron Commander, Clay led American Soldiers in and out of combat for more than two decades. Outdoorsman Growing up in a family of hunters and shooters, Clay has carried on those traditions to this day.  Whether building guns, hunting, shooting for recreation, or carrying them in combat , Clay Novak has spent his life handling firearms. Author Keep Moving, Keep Shooting is the first novel for Clay.  You can also read his Blog on this website and see more content from Clay on his Substack. Media Consultant Clay has appeared on radio and streaming shows as a military consultant, weighing in on domestic and foreign policy as well as global conflict.  He has also appeared as a guest on multiple podcasts to talk about Keep Moving, Keep Shooting and his long military career.Get Clay's book: https://amzn.to/47Bzx2HVisit Clay's site: Clay Novak (claynovak-author.com)

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