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Devil"s Advocate

Independence Institute

Devil"s Advocate with Jon Caldara is a current events show not to be missed. Each week it features lively - and sometimes heated - debates between elected officials, journalists, activists, concerned citizens, subject-matter experts, and hard-pressing host Jon Caldara, president of the Independence Institute. Jon is not afraid to express his "free-market" views, and his guests are not afraid to take on those opinions. It all makes for an informative, lively public affairs program.

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37:23

"They Tore The Papers From My Hands"

Devil"s Advocate ·

2026/04/16

Why is it the left needs to constantly go out and protest? And why is it getting so, well, mean? Wayne Lagusen of Wayne's Word gives us an answer.

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40:00

People Planted In Colorado Legislature

Devil"s Advocate ·

2026/04/09

What if outside organizations could place their own people inside government? We break down a little-known Colorado scheme where privately funded staff are embedded within the legislative process—raising serious questions about transparency, influence, and who’s really shaping policy behind the scenes. Is this harmless expertise… or something more?

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35:19

Crazy People Are Taking Over Politics

Devil"s Advocate ·

2026/04/02

If you think both Republicans and Democrats in Colorado are getting a little too extreme, maybe there's a way to bring those candidates back towards the middle, back towards sanity. Longtime political strategist Kelly Maher has a few ideas on how to make that happen.

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38:21

Is Colorado Broke?

Devil"s Advocate ·

2026/03/26

Everybody panic. The state budget is in a deficit again. Watch your wallets.What caused this budget shortfall and how could we get out of it? We put that question to the state's chief economist.

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43:05

Dating Apps Trick Women?

Devil"s Advocate ·

2026/03/19

It's not a big surprise that young men have a certain sexual drive. The best way to satisfy that...could it be marriage? Could it be prostitution? We asked that question to Michael Huemer, philosopher and professor of ethics at the University of Colorado, Boulder.

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34:35

What Happened To Teaching Teachers?

Devil"s Advocate ·

2026/03/12

What’s really happening inside America’s schools? In this episode, veteran educator Priscilla Rahn—teacher, former principal, and National Board Certified Master Teacher shares what she’s learned after more than 30 years in public education. We discuss how teacher training and professional development have changed, why many educators say classrooms are shifting away from teaching core subjects, and how parents became more aware of what’s happening in schools during COVID. Priscilla also explains why

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39:14

$19 Test...$800 With Insurance

Devil"s Advocate ·

2026/03/05

When you go to the doctor, do you feel like you're treated like a number? Do you remember doctors spending more time looking at their patients than looking at computer screens? Travis Bockenstedt advocates for a new medical model that keeps costs down and keeps doctors doctoring.

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34:19

Cancel Culture's Dirty Secret

Devil"s Advocate ·

2026/02/26

Does local talk radio even matter in today's national media landscape? I mean, how do local stories get the coverage they deserve? I discuss it with Ryan Schuiling, host of 630 KHOW's Morning Program.

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33:23

War on Rural Colorado

Devil"s Advocate ·

2026/02/19

We often forget Colorado is still a massive agriculture and ranching state. Has the Trump administration been good for our state's farmers and ranchers? Well, we ask former state senator and current Trump appointee Jerry Sonnenburg.

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32:49

Who Blocks Charter Schools?

Devil"s Advocate ·

2026/02/12

How is it that we have so much choice inside the public school system in Colorado, but absolutely little choice outside of it? I put that question to Ross Izard, Educational Specialist.

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39:49

Free Tina Peters?

Devil"s Advocate ·

2026/02/05

Is It Time to free Tina Peters? I put that question to the one and only Dick Wadhams, Republican Consultant to the Stars.

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37:07

Aurora Apartments Under Siege

Devil"s Advocate ·

2026/01/29

In Aurora, Cindy Romero lived in the apartment complex terrorized by Venezuelan gang members. What did the media miss about that episode? And what does she think of Donald Trump after meeting him in person?

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51:59

Tyranny of the Minority

Devil"s Advocate ·

2026/01/22

Businessman, philanthropist and political activist Kent Thiry is investing in a new model of elections in Colorado, one that recognizes the dominance of independent voters.Here, does this make sense?

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36:18

Colorado's Second Ambassador?

Devil"s Advocate ·

2026/01/15

As Colorado turns 150 years old, you gotta wonder if the same value of rugged individualism that defined the state still exists here. No one better to weigh in than Patty Calhoun of Westword.

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32:41

Is Jared Polis Breaking Rank?

Devil"s Advocate ·

2026/01/08

Grab your wallets and hold on tight.As the Colorado Legislature gets back in session, Director of Policy for Independence Institute, Jake Fogleman forecasts the session and predicts what they're gonna do to us.

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33:04

The Lie That Sold LL & MM

Devil"s Advocate ·

2026/01/01

We just passed the tax increases prop LL & MM to force Colorado's rich guys to continue to buy lunches for just slightly less rich families. We were told if we didn't, the program would go under. Nash Herman tells us that was a lie and they knew it.

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45:54

Education to Trafficking Pipeline?

Devil"s Advocate ·

2025/12/18

A 12 year old daughter was invited to art club at school only to find out it had nothing to do with art. It was a transgender indoctrination session. Now her mother, Erin Lee, is leading a statewide effort to do something about it.

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32:06

Turning Point USA Denied After Shooting

Devil"s Advocate ·

2025/12/11

Is there any place more accepting of diverse ideas than a college campus?Well, just look at Colorado's own Western State College for proof as students try to open up a conservative organization on campus. Savana Kascak from Complete Colorado explains it all.

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32:42

Gas Appliance? Confiscated!

Devil"s Advocate ·

2025/12/04

After all the years warning us of the upcoming energy disaster that is Colorado's energy policy, Amy Oliver Cooke tells us there might be a little bit of hope. Just a little bit of hope.

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35:23

Hidden Risks of Internet Outages

Devil"s Advocate ·

2025/11/27

Is the golden era of local radio and local news television stations over. Is there any way to make sure that these treasures for the community actually stay alive and viable? Justin Sasso of the Colorado Broadcasters Association explains the challenges and some potential mitigations.

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