The Darrell McClain show
Independent media that won't reinforce tribalism. We have one Planet; nobody's leaving so let’s reason together!! Darrell McClain is a Military veteran with an abnormal interest in politics, economics, religion, philosophy, science, and literature. He's the author of Faith and the Ballot: A Christian's Guide to Voting, Unity, and Witness in Divided Times. He was born and raised in Jacksonville FL, and went to Edward H white High School,l where he wrestled under Coach Jermy Smith and The Late Brian Gilbert. He was a team wrestling captain, District champion, and an NHSCA All-American in freestyle Wrestling. He received a wrestling scholarship from Waldorf University in Forest City, Iowa. After a short period, he decided he no longer wanted to cut weight, effectively ending his college wrestling journey. Darrell McClain is an Ordained Pastor under the Universal Life Church and is still in good standing as well as a Minister for the American Marrige Ministries . He's a Believer in The Doctrines of Grace, Also Known as Calvinism. He joined the United States Navy in 2008 and was A Master at Arms (military police officer) He was awarded several awards while on active duty, including an expeditionary combat medal, a Global War on Terror medal, a National Defense Medal, a Korean Defense Medal, and multiple Navy achievement medals. While In the Navy, he was also the assistant wrestling coach at Robert E Lee High School. He's a Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under 6th-degree black belt Gustavo Machado, Darrell Trains At Gustavo Machado Norfolk under the 4th-degree black belt, and Former Marine Professor Mark Sausser. He went to school for psychology at American Military University and for criminal justice at ECPI University.
- Update frequency
- every 4 days
- Average duration
- 55 minutes
- Episodes
- 492
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
Wrestling with War: The Complex Politics of Trump's Iran Strategy
When American B-2 bombers struck three Iranian nuclear facilities, they didn't just destroy buildings—they dramatically reshaped the Middle Eastern geopolitical landscape. This watershe…
At What Cost Order? The Politics, Protests, and Moral Contradictions of Immigration Enforcement
A dramatic constitutional showdown has erupted between President Donald Trump and California Governor Gavin Newsom over immigration enforcement, with profound implications for president…
Cruelty as Policy: The Immigration Crisis and Manufactured Outrage
When ICE agents appear at elementary schools to terrorize children, we must confront a disturbing truth: America's immigration debate has never truly been about public safety. This eye-…
The Democracy Deception: How Biden's Cognitive Cover-Up Changed American Politics
Democracy hinges on transparency, but what happens when those in power deliberately withhold crucial information? This episode delves into the explosive allegations that President Biden…
When the poorest are told to make do with less, why aren't the rich?
What does it say about our society when those with the least are consistently asked to sacrifice the most? In this thought-provoking episode, we examine the troubling paradox at the hea…
When Digital Security Meets Military Politics: A Defense Department Drama
The Pentagon is embroiled in a crisis of credibility as Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth finds himself caught in a web of contradictions over information security practices. What began…
Remembering Pope Francis: Compassion, Controversy, and the Future of the Catholic Church
Pope Francis, the compassionate, controversial, and deeply consequential leader who reshaped the Catholic Church through humble leadership and unwavering advocacy for the marginalized, …
Tariffs and Market Turmoil: Is America Heading For a Recession?
The economic anxiety gripping America takes center stage as we explore mounting signs of a potential recession driven by escalating trade tensions. Market slides, Wall Street jitters, a…
Judge Calls BS: "That is a Sham" Moment Forces Government Rehires
Federal judges have delivered a stunning rebuke to the current administration's attempt to terminate thousands of government workers, with one California judge calling the firings "a sh…
When 10,000 People Show Up, Power Listens
Bernie Sanders delivers a stark warning about America's democratic crisis while rallying unprecedented crowds across the Midwest. Speaking candidly with Pod Save America from Warren, Mi…
War Room Diplomacy: A Conversation in Chaos
In this compelling episode, we delve into a tense meeting that captured public attention and stirred debate: the interaction between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and former Pr…
Unveiling the Truth: Zelensky, Russian Aggression, and the Complex Interplay of Politics and Business
Who really holds the reins in the Ukraine-Russia conflict? We make a controversial claim that challenges the prevailing narrative by suggesting President Zelensky's leadership in Ukrain…
Exploring US Politics: Ukraine's Hope and Farmer's Dilemma
Is the U.S. military support the lifeline Ukraine desperately needs to survive? Explore the critical role of American assistance as President Zelensky navigates the dangers of potential…
Elon Musk Tackles Bureaucracy and National Debt
Elon Musk joins us on The Darrell McLean Show to share his vision for restoring democracy by holding government bureaucracy accountable. We tackle the power wielded by unelected federal…
Unraveling Misinformation: Truth, Tribalism, and Critical Thinking
What if standing firm in your beliefs makes you more susceptible to misinformation? Join me, Darrell McClain, as we unpack the complex dance between truth and tribalism in our media lan…
Reshaping Democracy: Musk, Trump, and the Battle Over Corporate Influence in American Politics
Is Elon Musk reshaping the federal bureaucracy with a new Department of Government Efficiency, or is this an overreach of executive power? We're examining the controversial moves by Tru…
Tariff Turbulence Threatens Cross-Border Ties
Can long-standing friendships withstand the storm of economic disputes? The U.S. and Canada are at odds as tariffs spark a trade showdown that threatens to unravel decades of cooperatio…