Equal Matters

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A true life podcast, diving deep into actual reality.

Hosted by radio talk show host Rob Hunter, Equal Matters is a Community focused on Freedom filled with interviews and life lessons to broaden our perspectives and Grow through Knowledge.

Topics will include the America's biggest political challenges from a national and local perspective, how your body works, and what was life like as a police officer.

Guests include a U.S. Congressman, a retired New York City Police Officer, three amazing doctors, and a first term Arizona state representative.

The adventure is just beginning. An adventure to help us understand each other, to broaden our perspectives, and seek solutions.

"People fail to get along because they fear each other; they fear each other because they don't know each other; they don't know each other because they have not communicated with each other."

-Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

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Episodes

An Unbiased Look At Donald Trump's 4th Indictment

I've always loved American history. Today, we are living in times that will be studied for years to come. A former president of the United States, Donald Trump, has been charged by Fulton County, GA of orchestrating a conspiracy to overturn an election. This is a look at those charges included in the 98 page indictment. I'm Rob Hunter. I've been studying American politics as a talk show host for the past 25 years. I love this stuff and on Equal Matters will approach the 4th Trump indictment as u...

Aug 16, 2023•19 min

Road Trip Across America. What We've Seen & Experienced.

We recorded this podcast live on the Hunter boys great American road trip. My younger brother Chris is moving from Massachusetts to Phoenix, AZ. We linked up with our Dad, Bob, in Maine and have been driving from there. After a stop in Ft. Smith, Arkansas we talked about the journey across America so far. Not many people have this opportunity to travel 3,000 miles in a car through 16 states. We feel incredibly fortunate. This is a big move for Chris, who at 42 is making a massive life change. We...

Aug 09, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 8

Trump Indictment Explained. What Charges He Faces & Who Are The Alleged Co-Conspirators?

Former President Donald Trump has been charged with four new counts in relation to the election. Today, on Equal Matters, we'll explain the government's case. We'll save the opinions for another day. The case comes down to two alleged conspiracies. The first is the appointment of 'alternate' or 'fake' Electors to cast votes for Trump in states that Biden won (7 states named in this indictment). The second is within the Department of Justice. Trump and Co-conspirator #4 are alleged to have pushed...

Aug 02, 2023•14 min

An Honest NYPD Cop : 9/11, Partnership Stories, Massaged Crime Stats

Retired NYPD Officer Rob Coppola's experience on 9/11 is different than most. Millions watched on TV. He was on duty. Today, you'll hear a New York City Police Officer's first hand experiences about his career. Including 9/11. You'll also hear about Rob's NYPD partner Steve and the things that two guys who share a squad car do. Often to each other. Rob also details the second half of his career spent in the crime stat section. He explains how crime stats are massaged to meet public demands to lo...

Aug 02, 2023•1 hr 54 min•Ep. 7

Why Run For Office & Take A Massive Pay cut? Rep. Analise Ortiz Fights For Her District

Arizona State Representative Analise Ortiz knocked on 10,000 doors while running for office. She is passionate about her community and helping those who have been marginalized. Today, you'll learn why Rep. Ortiz left a great job at the ACLU to run for office. You'll also learn more about issues that are underreported. Issues like affordable housing & access to healthcare. Rep. Ortiz shares what her experience has been as a new lawmaker and what her conversations have been like with Republica...

Jul 26, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 6

How To Live Optimally & Healthy with Dr. Keiko & Dr. Sera

Health is the most important part of your life. Dr. Keiko Finnegan & Dr. Sera Sheppard focus on optimal health. Optimal meaning best. Dr. Keiko & Dr. Sera approach health as a step by step process. Today, Dr. Keiko & Dr. Sera talk about how to get started on your optimal health journey. We talk about the 14 system in your body. We talk about the need for you time. We talk about how to work with your body. Dr. Keiko & Dr. Sera are amazing resources to help understand health is abo...

Jul 19, 2023•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 5

American Politics Is Broken. Rep. Schweikert Explains Money, Power, & Vanity in D.C.

American politics has become one big cage match. Owning the other side is social currency on social and news media. Currency that is cashed in by grabbing attention, creating clickable headlines, and getting as many people to respond emotionally as possible. Today, an inside look at how Washington works from Congressman David Schweikert. Despite this, Schweikert remains 'pathologically optimistic.' On Equal Matters, the Congressman discusses: The need for transparency and accountability in polit...

Jul 12, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 4

Why you are stressed. Dr. Steve Hruby explains the nervous system.

"The most important thing to understand about stress in terms of how your body works with stress, though, is that for your body to process stress, all stress has to turn physical in the body." - Dr. Steve Hruby (pronounced Ruby) Dr. Steve says there are three types of stress: Physical, biochemical, and emotional. Stress compounds in the body. As a chiropractor Dr. Steve works with the stresses the build up in our bodies. Stress from sitting at a desk, typing on a computer, financial stress, and ...

Jul 05, 2023•2 hr 2 min•Ep. 3

HIGHLIGHTS: Congressman David Schweikert Has Solutions To Save America

At Equal Matters we understand not everyone has time to listen to these longer conversations. Here is a condensed version first episode with Congressman David Schweikert that runs about 25 minutes. America is aging. This poses political challenges for everyone. The future of this country will be determined by the decision we, as voters, make now. Congressman David Schweikert spells out exactly what those problems are: spending, healthcare, & economic growth. The Social Security trust fund wi...

Jul 02, 2023•24 min

Getting Shot At, Breaking His Ankle, & Cop Bonding. Stories From A Retired NYPD Cop

Today, an honest conversation about policing with a retired NYPD Officer. Police officers, on average, experiences 200 traumatic events. The average person experiences 3. How can you learn to manage that? Let's find out on Equal Matters. Retired New York City Police Officer Rob Coppola shares part of his 20 year career with you. He's the type of friend that is family. You'll hear descriptive stories of getting shot at, the police call Rob broke his ankle, and how friendship bonds help cops manag...

Jun 28, 2023•2 hr 19 min•Ep. 2

What Is Equal Matters?

In short, a place for depth. Here's what we have planned for you (and we are just getting started). Conversations with: A Congressman who will tell us the truth about the challenges facing America. A retired NYPD officer who has been shot at, had a brick thrown at him and a bed frame, and who was on duty on 9/11/01. Three chiropractors who will explain how our bodies work and how to live a healthier lifestyle. A first-time Arizona State Rep. who represents one of the poorest parts of the state. ...

Jun 21, 2023•7 min

Congressman David Schweikert: America Is Dying And What To Do About It

Welcome to Equal Matters, we are about to go deep. Because America faces challenges politically. Congressman David Schweikert works on those challenges. First and foremost, we are an aging country. An aging country that spends too much money. Without action now America will look much different in 9 years. Senior poverty will double then because Social Security is facing a 25% cut. Which is why politicians normally don't tell you that. Congressman Schweikert, or David as he insists being called, ...

Jun 21, 2023•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 1

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