Mandy Connell

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In this episode of The Mandy Connell Show, Mandy dives into the story behind St. Patrick's Day and how it's evolved over time. She shares her own experiences growing up in a Catholic school and learning about the holiday. Mandy also discusses the history of Irish immigrants in the US and how they were initially shunned, but eventually became a powerful voting block. She touches on the modern-day celebration of St. Patrick's Day and how it's become a party holiday. The conversation also covers a range of other topics, from a prank involving anti-Trump messages at a Denver crosswalk to a fascinating story about the Iranian regime's attempts to silence dissent. HAPPY BIRTHDAY, BEAU VISAGE SKIN CARE AND SPA! You guys know I love this place and when I found out that they are celebrating their 40th Anniversary I said let's celebrate! I think having a small family business for that long is something to note, and I've asked Russ, Christine, and Laurine in to talk about how they business has not just lasted, but

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, BEAU VISAGE SKIN CARE AND SPA! You guys know I love this place and when I found out that they are celebrating their 40th Anniversary I said let's celebrate! I think having a small family business for that long is something to note, and I've asked Russ, Christine, and Laurine in to talk about how they business has not just lasted, but flourished, even through Covid. There may be cake. Oh, there will be cake, I made it last night. Make your appointment for pampering honed over 40 years here!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of The Mandy Connell Show, Mandy dives into a thought-provoking discussion about the end times, apocalyptic beliefs, and the state of the world. She shares her own experiences interviewing pastors who predicted the end of the world and explores the concept of vigilantism in the face of uncertainty. Mandy also discusses the importance of living a life of decency and kindness, regardless of when the end times may come. Additionally, she touches on the topic of the American Jewish dream and the importance of teaching the Holocaust in schools.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dad joke of the day, word of the day, Mandy's trivia question of the day & jeopardy! It's OF THE DAY! Today's opponent: Benjamin Allbright.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

POLAND V VENEZUELA IS NO CONTEST And I am thrilled to have the President Emeritus of FEE Larry Reed back on the show to talk about Poland's adoption of capitalism versus Venezuela's adoption of socialism near the same time. The charts don't lie and if you need more proof that socialism is a greed based nightmare wherever it's tried tune in today at 1 to here Larry. Find his article on the subject here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WHY ARE WE STILL SEEING FENTANYL DEATHS RISE? As other states seem to have gotten fentanyl deaths moving in the right direction, we remain an outlier. The Common Sense Institute did a study on it recently, which you can find here, and I've got Common Sense Fellow Paul Pazen on to talk about it at 12:30.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In this episode of The Mandy Connell Show, Mandy dives into the world of politics and current events. She discusses the recent controversy surrounding Representative Tim Hernandez, who disrupted a debate on civility in politics. Mandy shares her thoughts on the importance of modeling better behavior and respectful debate. She also talks to her guest, Khosro Isfahani, a research director for the National Union for Democracy in Iran, about the current situation in Iran and the Iranian people's fight for freedom. The conversation touches on the regime's brutal tactics and the international community's response. And it's Oscars talk time!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dad joke of the day, word of the day, Mandy's trivia question of the day & jeopardy! It's OF THE DAY! Today's opponent: Dave Lauer and Christian Toto.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WHAT IS LIFE REALLY LIKE IN IRAN? I'm very excited about today's guest at 1. Khosro Isfahani. Khosro was born and raised in Tehran, where he lived for over three decades, working as a journalist and frontline human rights defender until 2021. He infiltrated secretive missile facilities. He smuggled classified documents beyond the regime's reach. He delivered aid quietly to communities placed deliberately in harm's way. Those choices carried consequences: interrogations, threats, surveillance, and finally exile. But exile did not silence him. Over seventeen years reporting on Iran's political and human landscape, Khosro has transformed lived experience into disciplined research and strategic advocacy. Today, he serves as Research Director at the National Union for Democracy in Iran (NUFDI), documenting abuses and articulating a pathway toward a democratic transition. Before NUFDI he worked for Financial Tribune, Article 19, Atlantic Council, and as a professor at Colby College. He has also led Iran resear

In this episode of The Mandy Connell Show, Mandy dives into a lively discussion with State Senator Barb Kirkmeyer about the latest happenings in the Colorado Legislature. They tackle topics like the proposed bill to decriminalize prostitution, which was surprisingly postponed, and the new bill to increase the spending cap under the Taxpayer Bill of Rights. Mandy shares her concerns about the potential consequences of this bill, including a potential six billion dollar increase in taxes. They also discuss other bills, including one that regulates AI use by therapists and another that targets compounding pharmacies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dad joke of the day, word of the day, Mandy's trivia question of the day & jeopardy! It's OF THE DAY! Today's opponent: Grant Smith.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE ST PATRICK'S DAY PARADE IS THIS WEEKEND Bagpipers and more will invade the show today at 2:30 to pump everyone up for the day we are all Irish. The Parade is this weekend and you can find out everything about it here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

STATE SENATOR BARB KIRKMEYER IS ON WITH AN UPDATE That I call What Fresh Hell Is This from the Capitol where we talk about the many, many ways the Legislature is making life harder here in Colorado. She's on at 1.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of The Mandy Connell Show, Comedian Ali Saddiq joins the show! Mandy then dives into a heated discussion about the 2028 presidential election, specifically the potential candidates Marco Rubio and JD Vance. She asks her listeners to weigh in on which candidate they'd support, and the results are surprising. Mandy also shares a fascinating conversation with an Uber driver from Iran, who reveals the Iranian people's complex feelings about the current regime and their desire for freedom. Additionally, she discusses the recent controversy surrounding Governor Jared Polis's proposal to ban soda and sugary drinks with SNAP benefits in Colorado.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dad joke of the day, word of the day, Mandy's trivia question of the day & jeopardy! It's OF THE DAY! Today's opponent: Ryan Edwards.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.