Episode Description
Lisa Ekman shares her journey from being a lifelong Democrat and lobbyist in Washington, D.C. to becoming a farmer and author. She discusses the changes she witnessed in the political landscape, particularly the influence of money and lobbying, and how COVID-19 served as a catalyst for her awakening. Lisa emphasizes the importance of individual rights, the role of education in indoctrination, and the need for critical thinking in society. She also addresses the fear and division that have become prevalent in political discourse and offers insights on how to engage in meaningful conversations to challenge prevailing narratives.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Lisa Ekman
05:03 Insights from Washington, D.C.
10:05 The Influence of Lobbying and Money in Politics
15:10 The Impact of COVID-19 on Political Perspectives
20:04 Lisa's Journey from Democrat to Author
24:50 The Role of Education and Indoctrination
29:49 Fear and Division in Society
34:40 The Shift in Democratic Ideals
39:44 The Importance of Individual Rights
44:55 Deprogramming and Awakening
49:51 Closing Thoughts and Unpopular Opinions
