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Truth in the Barrel

Amy McGrath | Denver Riggleman
Truth in the Barrel
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  • Truth in the Barrel

    A Farmer's Share | Devil's Cut w Dawn Riley

    17/03/2026 | 32 mins.
    A Farmer's Share | Devil's Cut w Dawn Riley
     
    Amy talks to Dawn Riley who is a former USDA appointee in the George W. Bush administration, where she served as the Director of Intergovernmental Affairs and Chief of Staff to the Deputy Secretary. They discuss the effects of tariffs on Kentucky farmers, as well as the growing suicide rate in the agriculture community and demand for the stabilization of markets after the gutting of USAid. 

    Check out : https://afarmersshare.com/our-core/
     
     
    About Truth in the Barrel:
    Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
     
    Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver's commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world's finest bourbon.
     
    Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun.
     
    Visit Our Website:
    www.TruthintheBarrel.com
     
    Subscribe to Truth in the Barrel:
    https://www.youtube.com/@TruthIntheBarrel
     
    Spotify:
    https://open.spotify.com/show/0JQcSj5mwVyGDJ8DcXwlu9?si=5f2bd1d1b0c64e6f
     
    Apple Podcasts:
    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truth-in-the-barrel/id1804092329
     
    Instagram, BlueSky, Facebook, TikTok:
    @TruthintheBarrel
     
    Visit Our Substack :
    https://substack.com/@truthinthebarrelpodcast
  • Truth in the Barrel

    Iran Mistakes, The Save Act, and Havana Syndrome | Unfiltered w Malcolm Nance

    13/03/2026 | 47 mins.
    IRAN, The SAVE Act, And Havana Syndrome w Malcolm Nance | Unfiltered
     
    Amy is joined once again by author Malcolm Nance to have an in-depth discussion on the current geopolitical tensions involving Iran, the US military's capabilities, nuclear proliferation, and domestic political implications. Why aren't we taking responsibility for the tomahawk missile that destroyed the all-girls school in Iran? They also discuss the status of the SAVE Act and the mystery behind "Havana Syndrome."  

    Rusty Thompson is a farmer in Kentucky. Riley Maddox is a Poly Sci major and Jennifer Carbon is a single mom who works in oncology.
     
    About Truth in the Barrel:
    Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
     
    Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver's commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world's finest bourbon.
     
    Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun.
     
    Visit Our Website:
    www.TruthintheBarrel.com
     
    Subscribe to Truth in the Barrel:
    https://www.youtube.com/@TruthIntheBarrel
     
    Spotify:
    https://open.spotify.com/show/0JQcSj5mwVyGDJ8DcXwlu9?si=5f2bd1d1b0c64e6f
     
    Apple Podcasts:
    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truth-in-the-barrel/id1804092329
     
    Instagram, BlueSky, Facebook, TikTok:
    @TruthintheBarrel
     
    Visit Our Substack :
    https://substack.com/@truthinthebarrelpodcast
  • Truth in the Barrel

    Talking The Hemp Ban | Devil's Cut w Kerry Hinkle

    10/03/2026 | 20 mins.
    In this episode of Truth in the Barrel, Amy is joined by Kerry Hinkle, Director of Membership and Public Affair at U.S. Bayou City Hemp. Together they explore the historical significance of hemp in Kentucky and across the U.S, its current challenges, and the importance of regulation and consumer trust in the industry. Kerry Hinkle discusses the federal government's role, legislative support, and the future outlook for hemp. 
     

     
    Check Out : https://www.bayoucityhemp.com/
     
    About Truth in the Barrel:
    Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
     
    Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver's commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world's finest bourbon.
     
    Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun.
     
    Visit Our Website:
    www.TruthintheBarrel.com
     
    Subscribe to Truth in the Barrel:
    https://www.youtube.com/@TruthIntheBarrel
     
    Spotify:
    https://open.spotify.com/show/0JQcSj5mwVyGDJ8DcXwlu9?si=5f2bd1d1b0c64e6f
     
    Apple Podcasts:
    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truth-in-the-barrel/id1804092329
     
    Instagram, BlueSky, Facebook, TikTok:
    @TruthintheBarrel
     
    Visit Our Substack :
    https://substack.com/@truthinthebarrelpodcast
  • Truth in the Barrel

    Iran, Incompetence, And The Worst Yet To Come w Malcolm Vance

    06/03/2026 | 47 mins.
    Amy has a frank conversation with Malcolm Nance, a top national security expert, about the complexities and risks of the current Middle East conflict. They go over the geopolitical, military, and economic implications of the US and Iran's actions. The conversation covers war strategies, international law, and the importance of leadership and morality in military operations.
     
    00:13 The Data Overload and War Rationale
    06:12 Historical Context of US-Iran Conflicts
    17:10 Military Leadership and Morality Concerns
    27:38 Cost of War and Domestic Impact
    35:41 Malcolm Nance's Military Background and Experience
    42:39 The Future of US Military Engagements 

     
    About Truth in the Barrel:
    Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
     
    Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver's commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world's finest bourbon.
     
    Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun.
     
    Visit Our Website:
    www.TruthintheBarrel.com
     
    Subscribe to Truth in the Barrel:
    https://www.youtube.com/@TruthIntheBarrel
     
    Spotify:
    https://open.spotify.com/show/0JQcSj5mwVyGDJ8DcXwlu9?si=5f2bd1d1b0c64e6f
     
    Apple Podcasts:
    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truth-in-the-barrel/id1804092329
     
    Instagram, BlueSky, Facebook, TikTok:
    @TruthintheBarrel
     
    Visit Our Substack :
    https://substack.com/@truthinthebarrelpodcast
  • Truth in the Barrel

    Ukraine, The Unreality Of SOTU, and "Woke" AI w Bobby Jones

    27/02/2026 | 52 mins.
    Amy is joined by Bobby Jones, Retired Navy Commander. USNA '01 President of VFRL and host of Anchor Watch (& co-host of The Gedunk Show) What is the state of the Ukraine war? Just how stupid was Trump's State Of The Union Address? Is putting guardrails on AI too "woke?" And what on Earth is Trump's peace club anyway? All this and more in this week unfiltered!
     
    Chapters
     
    00:15 The Ukraine War: Four Years of Conflict
    11:25 U.S. Strategic Interests and Global Leadership
    13:42 The Role of Professionals in Foreign Policy
    16:00 The 2024 Election and Democracy
    16:38 The Earth 2 State of the Union Address
    25:20 "Woke" AI
    42:44 U.S. Foreign Aid and the United Nations
    44:58 Global Peace Initiatives and U.S. Leadership
    49:22 Final Thoughts
     

     
    About Truth in the Barrel:
    Amy and Denver are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America.
     
    Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver's commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world's finest bourbon.
     
    Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun.
     
    Visit Our Website:
    www.TruthintheBarrel.com
     
    Subscribe to Truth in the Barrel:
    https://www.youtube.com/@TruthIntheBarrel
     
    Spotify:
    https://open.spotify.com/show/0JQcSj5mwVyGDJ8DcXwlu9?si=5f2bd1d1b0c64e6f
     
    Apple Podcasts:
    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/truth-in-the-barrel/id1804092329
     
    Instagram, BlueSky, Facebook, TikTok:
    @TruthintheBarrel
     
    Visit Our Substack :
    https://substack.com/@truthinthebarrelpodcast

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About Truth in the Barrel

Amy McGrath and Denver Riggleman are both military veterans, political junkies, and whiskey lovers who sit on opposite sides of the aisle but have one thing in common: they love the United States of America. Truth in the Barrel was born of Amy & Denver's commitment to country, the Constitution, and a well-curated collection of the world's finest bourbon. Join them weekly for deep dives into timely topics, interviews with recognizable guests, and a dose of call-in fun. www.TruthintheBarrel.com
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