Episodes

Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis are your hosts. Kade Koger plays co-host; Mason Rottinghaus is your intern, Chris Guffey does his best as a producer. First show back in studio after the remote episode for the County Fair. We talk John McAfee’s strange arrest at sea, Jeremiah’s government sewer saga, and the big report on the Big Blue River Wind Farm. Kade and Chris attended the planning commission hearing that may have ended the project in a 4-4 tie? We explain it all! To get Mason to try an X Rated pepper, we need to get the Patreon feed over $600 / month. Do your part by chipping into the cause by donating monthly at any level at www.patreon.com/bosshogofliberty

***Raw Audio*** BREAKING NEWS If you enjoy the work that the Boss Hog of Liberty group contributes to the public, please consider a monthly donation at www.patreon.com/bosshogofliberty in any amount to continue to grow our services! https://bosshog.fireside.fm/135 The Henry County Planning Commission met on July 23, 2019 to consider a commission approved use application for a wind energy conversion system in seven townships in Henry County for the Big Blue River Wind Farm. Ultimately the planning commission tied at 4-4. Planning Commision members Dan Roach, Ed Yanos, Justin Curley, and Rachel Clark voted yes. Members Larry Brayton, Tom Green, Kenon Gray, and Dale Cole voted no. Member Olene Veach recused due to a conflict of interest as a lease signer in the project. This is over 2 hours of audio collected during the meeting. It is unedited. Unfortunately the final segment was not captured.

Episode 121 of Boss Hog of Liberty was our first LIVE episode. On location at the Henry County 4-H Fair. https://bosshog.fireside.fm/134 Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis are your hosts. Chris Guffey is on producer duty. Mason is back as intern, doing stupid human tricks. Make sure you watch the video! Jalapenos, peanut butter, marshmallows, and lemon shake ups are involved! Guests include royalty - Mr and Miss Henry County - Luke Coffman and Brittany Alvarez, Extension Director Justin Curley, returning co-host Danny Morrell makes a brief appearance after his leader duties were completed. Jeremiah paid more than $100 for a chocolate chip pie at a scholarship auction! A fist fight almost broke out over the biggest piece. Chris Guffey had an update on the city council. He saved the world from a speed trap! We are hoping a statue is erected soon. Pedal pull grand champion (2-3) year old division, Will Thompson makes his podcast debut. Enjoy it all! To get Mason to try an X Rated p…

Episode 120 of Boss Hog of Liberty is now available! https://bosshog.fireside.fm/133 Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis are your hosts. Chris Guffey is on producer duty. The show explores the idea of counties and what they face. A recent study came out detailing their common struggles around infrastructure, education, housing, and childcare. Deep dive into the subject. Locally there is a surprise new City Council candidate! The City of New Castle now has three contested races! Surprise final thoughts. The boys ate peppers again. “Tobasco” peppers, grown by Dakota. Way hotter than expected! For even more bonus content, check out www.patreon.com/bosshogofliberty

Episode 119 of Boss Hog of Liberty is now available! https://bosshog.fireside.fm/132 Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis are your hosts. Chris Guffey is producer. We talk about the July rash of stops on I-70 in July for plant related infractions. Facebook had an outage, it was like going back to dial up modems and analog memes. We talk about Independence Day and what it means to us.

Episode 118 of Boss Hog of Liberty is now available! Sponsored by Farmer Brad LLC - producer of fine poultry products and poultry equipment! https://bosshog.fireside.fm/131 Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis are your hosts. Mark Brim returns to help us break down the Democrat debates, we talk local jails, getting ripped off on the internet, and how our new sponsor has to fight local government just to be able to keep his business alive in Wayne County Indiana. The guys confess what they actually like doing, but nobody else would. Chris Guffey keeps us sounding WAY better than MSNBC. For even more bonus content, check out www.patreon.com/bosshogofliberty - This week’s bonus content is WORTH it. Mark got back on the saddle again. Faced his biggest fear.

Episode 117 of Boss Hog of Liberty is now available! https://bosshog.fireside.fm/130 Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis are your hosts. Full house tonight with Kade Koger in the co-host seat, summer intern Mason Rottinghaus is back. Chris Guffey pushes the buttons in the producer’s chair. The big topic tonight is employment. What makes you want to work somewhere? The Indianapolis Business Journal podcast recently talked about giving employees paid time off to volunteer. Unemployment is historically low. Labor is a sellers market. The crew examines what drives you to work somewhere? Is it all about the money? The people? The schedule? Kade is an employer, Mason is about to start a career, Jer, Chris, and Dakota are in their careers. Great conversations around a huge issue! We also talk about our absolutely laziest habits. It is confession time. Confess your laziness by emailing dakota@bosshogofliberty.com For even more bonus content, check out www.patreon.com/bosshogofliberty - …

Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis are your hosts. We did deep into the issue of Rural Broadband. Massive areas are underserved without access to affordable internet. Can the market fix this problem? The state of Indiana has a 100 million dollar program underway to jump start the process. We try to sort it all out. For even more bonus content, support the show at www.patreon.com/bosshogofliberty

Old school episode of Boss Hog of Liberty. Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis - No guests, no co-hosts, just the originals. We talk about a candidate being asked not to show up at a pride parade, D-Day, Greg Pence forgetting to show up in New Castle, Fair Oaks Dairy, YouTube de-platforming, a new wind permit application, and more. Corrections: **** Tom Poston was the WW2 bomber, not Don Rickles*** ***No commissioner approval is required after a "CAU" is issued by a planning commission***

Episode 114 of Boss Hog of Liberty is now available! https://bosshog.fireside.fm/127 Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis are your hosts. We have been tackling the issue of student debt and the “need” to go to college. This week, we feature Steven Vitatoe, who leads the welding program at the New Castle Career Center and also provides instruction at Ivy Tech, the local community college. Students who complete the program are almost all placed into jobs immediately, have no student debt and are earning north of $20 to $25 an hour. Fun dive into extreme sports; why does everyone die climbing Mt. Everest? Our college Intern Mason Rottinghaus provides his insight, and Chris Guffey makes us all sound great. Enoy! For even more bonus content, check out www.patreon.com/bosshogofliberty

Episode 113 of Boss Hog of Liberty is now available! https://bosshog.fireside.fm/126 Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis are your hosts. Indy 500 preview episode! Full breakdown of the Indy 500 field, the absolute david vs goliath of Juncos making the race and McLaren missing it. Zach Burcham and Mike McKown are back again with the full insider breakdown. We give the breakdown to Chris Guffey on what to expect in his first experience. Matt Peiffer joins us as a first year “yellow shirt” for the track and tells us about his experiences. Matt is also working with Indiana Department of Child Services, raising money for youth in the foster care program. Jeremiah and Sara found a “ten dollar” outfit, but it was incomplete. You can participate by clicking here: #InTheirShoes - https://bit.ly/2HtGIzW Finally - we get the FULL breakdown of the betting odd, and there are some gentlemens wagers on the winners. Jeremiah thinks Jack Harvey is a STEAL at 200-1. Go enjoy Memorial Day! For eve…

Episode 112 of Boss Hog of Liberty is now available! https://bosshog.fireside.fm/125 Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis are your hosts. We are joined by Shaun DuFault of the Chamber of Commerce and Purdue student Mason Rottinghaus with an update from President Daniels. We talk about the role of the Chamber of Commerce vs an Economic Development Corporation. What do local businesses care about and how do all of these pieces fit together in a small community. Very informative and fun episode! For even more bonus content, check out www.patreon.com/bosshogofliberty

Episode 111 of Boss Hog of Liberty is now available! https://bosshog.fireside.fm/124 Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis are your hosts. We are joined by attorney Sean Row and Purdue University Student Mason Rottinghaus are the featured guests. We talk about the cost of college, massive student loan debt, and the prospects for getting rid of it. Mason is entering his sophmore year at Purdue. Students have to navigate a myriad of programs, loans, and funding sources. Did you know there isn’t an established sticker price for dorm room selection? Who pays attention when picking their meal plan? The politico’s are starting to pay attention. Serious proposals from Senator Elizabeth Warren and others have started the conversation. Should the federal government fix this? Should the states or universities be responsible. Oregon has an interesting program. Purdue has the “Back a Boiler Program” and tuition freezes for 8 years and counting. Students sign up for tens of thousands, if not …

Episode 110 of Boss Hog of Liberty is now available! https://bosshog.fireside.fm/123 Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis are your hosts. In the shocker of a lifetime, Chase Peyton has returned for an episode! 10 weeks into two jobs, he found time to grace us with his presence. Our featured guest is Dr Eric Schansberg, author and professor of Economics at Indiana University. With a broad background in public policy and a history as a political candidate, he is a perfect guest for the program. Tonight we talked about the theory of Universal Basic Income or as Andrew Yang calls it, the “Freedom Dividend”. A fascinating conversation about how we could see the next 100 years of public policy play out. In other news, Jeremiah is back from California, the Bears drafted a running back, Dakota struggles with words, and the guys are questioning the need for a non existent primary election to be a city holiday. Enjoy! For even more bonus content, check out www.patreon.com/bosshogofliber…

Episode 109 of Boss Hog of Liberty is now available! https://bosshog.fireside.fm/122 Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis are your hosts. Fake farmer Kade Koger is the 3rd chair, he should be planting, but it is too moist outside… Editor of The Courier Times, Travis Weik is the featured guest. Game of Thrones has gripped the public...That got us thinking about how we watch tv now. Does anyone still have cable? Or do we just stream it all? And if so, do you pay for your own content (PRODUCER CHRIS). Travis recently had an editorial on property taxes and how we fund local government. We went deep down the rabbit hole...Jeremiah wants a tax abatement for his pool, because he claims it drives tourism. The final segment highlights the local city elections and it looks like a number of the incumbent candidates struggled to meet the deadlines...Still a developing story! Kade polls the crowd on what we do if we win the lottery. Common theme - the show gets bigger and better. Enjoy! …

Episode 108 of Boss Hog of Liberty is now available! https://bosshog.fireside.fm/121 Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis are your hosts. Kade Koger is the 3rd chair. Physical and digital security expert Josh Gideon was here. We talk about his recent book, dealing with worship building security and risk assessments. This pivoted to the Notre Dame fire...Is Jeremiah a terrible person? We talk about Julian Assange’s arrest; is he a hero or villain? The Nathaniel Hale of our time, or is he a treasonist worse than George Bluth? Local issues include a potential of the City owning the old Castle Theatre. Local officials are not on the same page. Dakota has STRONG feelings. Finally Jeremiah notes that it is road paving season and we don’t have a local option because of previous choices. Kade polls the crowd on fighting off canadian geese. Enjoy! For even more bonus content, check out www.patreon.com/bosshogofliberty Members will get an invitation to the May 2nd show and book signing!

Episode 107 of Boss Hog of Liberty is now available! Back from the WAY too long Spring Break recess. https://bosshog.fireside.fm/120 Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis are your hosts. Chris Guffey is in the producer’s chair. Sara Morrell is in charge of refreshments! Featured guest is Mark Brim, Richmond Indiana legend, noted bacon hater, DQ dreamsicle viral videographer, and former DJ at Kicks 96. We talk Indiana Statehouse updates, Presidential race review, Is President Trump listening to our show? The local Wal-Mart is getting upgrades; and finally Mark Brim hits the post with some classic country music. Enjoy every minute! For even more bonus content, check out www.patreon.com/bosshogofliberty

Episode 106 of Boss Hog of Liberty is now available! https://bosshog.fireside.fm/119 Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis are your hosts. Chris Guffey is in the producer’s chair. Featured guest is Betsy Mills, who is involved with seemingly everything! We talk about the Lugar Series, Testifying in front of the General Assembly on the wind issue, Road Funding awarded to Henry County, her involvement with the local jail program, and an update with Henry County Memorial Park. The Henry County Libertarian Party received the Bill Bean Affiliate of the Year award at last weekend’s convention. Dakota and Jeremiah explain what that means for them. Enjoy! For even more bonus content, check out www.patreon.com/bosshogofliberty

Episode 105 of Boss Hog of Liberty is now available! https://bosshog.fireside.fm/118 Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis are your hosts. Kade Koger makes his return in the 3rd chair. Chris Guffey produces and plays talent booker. In a March Madness miracle, we are joined by Kent Benson, Mr Basketball, Undefeated Champion at Indiana University, #1 Pick in the NBA Draft. We talk high school hoops, growing up in New Castle, Selecting IU, Playing for Bob Knight, Visiting the White House. Signing a contract as the #1 draft pick, a sucker punch from Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, playing in Italy and much more. Spoiler Alert, Kent has yet to watch Tropic Thunder. For even more bonus content, check out www.patreon.com/bosshogofliberty

Episode 104 of Boss Hog of Liberty is now available! https://bosshog.fireside.fm/117 Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis are your hosts. We Are Libertarians network founder Chris Spangle stopped by to check in on us. Randolph County activist and community leader Kristopher Bilbrey is the featured guest. Kristopher hosts a Facebook program as a watchdog in his community as there has been massive turnover in the Winchester municipal government over the last four years. Big topics covered today included Indiana Teacher pay and a major rally at the Statehouse. Henry County Health Department has begun enforcing a more than decade old rule around food pantries. Boeing has had planes crashing, should the government be regulating? Chase Peyton made a SURPRISE visit, even as he is suspended. For even more bonus content, check out www.patreon.com/bosshogofliberty

Episode 103 of Boss Hog of Liberty is now available! https://bosshog.fireside.fm/116 Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis are your hosts. Chase Peyton has an announcement (and gift). We were joined by musician, Jordan Page (https://www.jordanpagemusic.com/) who is working on a new project around a guy name Schaeffer Cox, who is serving time in an Indiana Federal Prison. Very interesting story about something that we had no idea of its existence. Fascinating! Producer Chris Guffey has filed to run for office! He is now starting to take meetings and listen to constituents. We did a quick sit down interview to hear what it is like to start a campaign. Our program is supported by you, the listeners through Patreon at www.patreon.com/bosshogofliberty - Lots more bonus content on patreon. Enjoy!

Episode 102 of Boss Hog of Liberty is now available! https://bosshog.fireside.fm/115 Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis are your loyal hosts. We are joined by Landon Dean, Vice President of the Knightstown Indiana Town Council, Memorial Park Board President, and Sergeant for the Henry County Sheriff department. We talk about what it takes to run a small town, keeping streets paved, water on, lights on, and managing wastewater treatment. We chat about tremendous improvements in Memorial Park over the past few years, and we talk about the experiences as a law enforcement officer. All the while, co-host Chase Peyton is trying to drink an entire gallon of milk, live on the air….Nobody knows why. He makes it through, but needed a “break” so surprise guest, Aaron Dicken joined us to update his testimony to the Henry County Council and a potential collaboration between the City and County. Chris Guffey has a BIG announcement at the end. Our program is supported by you, the listeners …

Episode 101 of Boss Hog of Liberty is now available! https://bosshog.fireside.fm/114 Jeremiah Morrell and Dakota Davis are back for another episode! We talk about the news story that Chris Guffey broke – Henry County CANCELLED its primary election, saving about $30,000. Could it be used to join a regional planning group? The state is talking about changing the rules again for solar generation at home. Dakota explains why we don’t want net metering, even though it makes sense up front. Everyone else tries to understand. Joey Mulinaro of Espresso Radio is in the house. Great video and podcast content coming from their show. Joey helps us understand the IU/Purdue rivalry, and Chase gets ANIMATED defending the IU fan base over their student section chats. Our program is supported by you, the listeners through Patreon at www.patreon.com/bosshogofliberty - Lots more bonus content on patreon. Enjoy!

The Milestone Episode is here! Episode 100! Valentines special! Jeremiah and Dakota are joined by their brides, Sara and Audrey! Sara plays bartender and has a custom cocktail for each host. Patreon members were here to celebrate. Kristi Avery and Nancy Dietz stopped by for a champagne toast! Chris Guffey makes it all sound good! https://bosshog.fireside.fm/113 It sounds like the government is staying open. The magic formula was just a little more spending. National debt has reached 22 Trillion. Chris Guffey thinks that Mitch McConnell is a badass. News out of Ohio, a 18 year old had turned against his mom and got vaccinated. We went down the rabbit hole. We don’t know if we found the other side. BIG news locally. Local businessman John Montgomery has announced that he plans to open a hotel next to his steak house. Plenty of excitement to have a name brand hotel in the community. Support our program by joining at Patreon at www.patreon.com/bosshogofliberty for all of the bon…