A Fresh Perspective with Jeff Charles

Ep. 40 - How Daryl Davis Talks To People Who Hate Him

In this wide-ranging conversation, renowned musician and activist Daryl Davis shares the remarkable origin story of his unconventional approach to combating racism—from his unique upbringing as an American embassy kid traveling the world, to his shocking introduction to racial hatred at age 10 during a Cub Scout parade, to the night a Klansman bought him a drink in a Maryland bar. Davis explains the philosophy behind his decades-long mission to sit down with white supremacists, detailing the psychological roots of hatred and the surprising pathways that lead ordinary people into extremist groups. Drawing on his experiences befriending over 200 individuals who have left hate organizations, Davis offers insights into today's fractured political landscape and makes the case that ignorance—not anger—is the true enemy that must be defeated through education and exposure.

Ep. 39 - Steven Crowder and "Black Fatigue"

On today's episode Jeff examines Steven Crowder's stunt at a Black barbershop and so called "Black fatigue". 

Ep. 38 - Charlie Kirk has been killed. Where do we go from here?

Jeff Charles talks about the horrific assassination of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk and asks the question "Where do we go from here?"

Ep. 37 - Trump Works at McDonald's and Democrats Lie About Crime

In this episode, Jeff Charles unpacks Donald Trump’s recent McDonald’s stunt in Pennsylvania, a calculated move that mixes fast food with political strategy aimed at winning over blue-collar voters. Jeff delves into why this act of relatability highlights Trump’s unique ability to connect with everyday Americans and contrasts it with Kamala Harris’s struggle to resonate with male voters, especially Black and Hispanic men, despite her campaign efforts. The episode also critiques the left’s narratives on crime rates, as Jeff discusses how rising violent crime—and the FBI’s recent “stealth edit” of crime data—are driving Americans to arm themselves amid growing distrust of the government’s ability to protect them. Finally, Jeff exposes the white savior complex within progressive circles, arguing that its patronizing approach to Black Americans often does more harm than good by reducing them to perpetual victims in need of rescue.

Ep. 36 - Jeff's Political Journey Over the Last Year

In this episode, Jeff Charles discusses his political journey over the past year and highlights the importance of local politics. He tells the story of a pastor in North Carolina who is being hassled by his city government for feeding and housing the homeless. He also touches on the war in Israel and how it might turn out. Finally, he discusses lawsuits filed against medical facilities by detransitioners for subjecting them to “gender-affirming care” as children.