Topic: Russell Nelson

2 chapters across the catalog

The late LDS President Russell M. Nelson is linked to a "sanitized" version of the Skull and Bones fraternity at the University of Utah. Skousen criticizes Nelson's policy of banning concealed weapons in LDS churches, arguing it turned religious buildings into soft targets for shooters. The Mormon leadership is accused of seeking mainstream acceptance at the expense of traditional self-defense values.

The host defends Russell Brand against sexual assault allegations, characterizing them as a coordinated attack on a prominent independent voice. This leads to a series of anecdotes about social encounters with Willie Nelson and Jesse Ventura, including a story about smoking high-potency marijuana at Nelson's ranch. The host reflects on the cultural impact of these figures and the changing political stances of Jesse Ventura.