The Michele Tafoya Podcast

Michele Tafoya is a four-time Emmy award-winning sportscaster turned political and cultural commentator. Record-setting, four-time Sports Emmy Award winner Michele Tafoya worked her final NBC Sunday Night Football game at Super Bowl LVI on February 13, 2022, her fifth Super Bowl. She retired from sportscasting the following day. In total, she covered 327 games — the most national primetime TV games (regular + postseason) for an NFL sideline reporter. Learn More about “The Michele Tafoya Podcast” here: https://linktr.ee/micheletafoya Subscribe to “The Michele Tafoya Podcast” here: https://apple.co/3nPW221 Follow Michele on twitter: https://twitter.com/Michele_Tafoya Follow Michele on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmicheletafoya/ Learn more about the Salem Podcast network: https://salempodcastnetwork.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Secretary of the VA Doug Collins went viral recently for taking a reporter to task in a way that all media should be held to account.  It was beautiful and important.  See the exchange as we talk to our old pal, Doug, who is the perfect fit to protect Veterans. https://x.com/DeptVetAffairs?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor https://www.va.gov/  Thank you to our Sponsors: Kimchi One from Brightcore – Improve your health, improve your life. 25% Off with code: Michele at https://mybrightcore.com/michele Kimchi One™ Or dial (888) 927-5980 for up to 50% OFF and Free Shipping – ONLY when you call! For your BEST NIGHT’S SLEEP — Or your money back! https://sleepcreme.com/ Use the Code “GameDay” for free standard shipping on your first order. Michele Tafoya is a four-time Emmy award-winning sportscaster turned political and cultural commentator. Record-setting, four-time Sports Emmy Award winner Michele Tafoya worked her final NBC Sunday Night Football game at Super Bowl LVI on February 13, 2022, her fifth Super Bowl. She retired from sportscasting the following day. In total, she covered 327 games — the most national primetime TV games (regular + postseason) for an NFL sideline reporter. Learn More about “The Michele Tafoya Podcast” here: https://linktr.ee/micheletafoya   Subscribe to “The Michele Tafoya Podcast” here: https://apple.co/3nPW221 Follow Michele on twitter: https://twitter.com/Michele_Tafoya Follow Michele on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmicheletafoya/ Learn more about the Salem Podcast network: https://salempodcastnetwork.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Magatte (pronounced mah-GOTT) Wade was born in Senegal.  She was raised in Germany and France.  She is now an American citizen whose mission is to promote human flourishing everywhere.  Winner of the Competitive Enterprise Institute’s Julian L. Simon Memorial Award, Wade is also author of “The Heart of a Cheetah: How we Have Been Lied to About African Poverty And What That Means For Human Flourishing.”  She is a remarkable problem-solver, and her solutions are likely to surprise you.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do dimwits keep getting elected?  Why are democrats elevating Trans people above biological women on International Women’s Day?  Whom is it OK to deport?  Why don’t we think for ourselves?  We ask a lot of questions — and roll a lot of video — in this epic Wildcard Wednesday. Thank you to our sponsors: Kimchi One from Brightcore – Improve your health, improve your life. 25% Off with code: MICHELE at https://mybrightcore.com/Michele Or dial (888) 927-5980 for up to 50% OFF and Free Shipping – ONLY when you call! For your BEST NIGHT’S SLEEP — Or your money back! SleepCreme.COM Use the Code “GameDay” for free standard shipping on your first order. Michele Tafoya is a four-time Emmy award-winning sportscaster turned political and cultural commentator. Record-setting, four-time Sports Emmy Award winner Michele Tafoya worked her final NBC Sunday Night Football game at Super Bowl LVI on February 13, 2022, her fifth Super Bowl. She retired from sportscasting the following day. In total, she covered 327 games — the most national primetime TV games (regular + postseason) for an NFL sideline reporter. Learn More about “The Michele Tafoya Podcast” here: https://linktr.ee/micheletafoya  Subscribe to “The Michele Tafoya Podcast” here: https://apple.co/3nPW221 Follow Michele on twitter: https://twitter.com/Michele_Tafoya Follow Michele on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmicheletafoya/ Learn more about the Salem Podcast network: https://salempodcastnetwork.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thanks to the Digital Age, your privacy, security, and even your health are at risk every moment.  Aaron Zar is the CEO of SLNT (pronounced “silent”), a company which makes gear to keep your devices private.  Truly private.  Aaron explains how smartphones and laptops are like electronic leashes, and we’re being led around by digital handlers. https://slnt.com/?_ab=0&_fd=0&_sc=1 @SLNT on X For your best night’s sleep, go to www.SleepCreme.com and use the code “Gameday” at checkout for free standard shipping on your first order.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You’ve seen him in “Anchorman” and heard his voice in “Bob’s Burgers.”  You’ve probably seen work he has written, produced and/or directed.  But he hasn’t worked since January 6, 2021.  Being at the Capitol cost him “bigly.”  All but banished in Hollywood, Jay Johnston could use a break.  Thank you to our sponsors: Protect your financial future with American Independence Gold. Go to https://americanindependencegold.com/tafoya-gold/ Or call 833-324-4653 Get your best night’s sleep with https://sleepcreme.com/   Use code “GAMEDAY” at checkout for free standard shipping on your first order!  Michele Tafoya is a four-time Emmy award-winning sportscaster turned political and cultural commentator. Record-setting, four-time Sports Emmy Award winner Michele Tafoya worked her final NBC Sunday Night Football game at Super Bowl LVI on February 13, 2022, her fifth Super Bowl. She retired from sportscasting the following day. In total, she covered 327 games — the most national primetime TV games (regular + postseason) for an NFL sideline reporter. Learn More about “The Michele Tafoya Podcast” here: https://linktr.ee/micheletafoya  Subscribe to “The Michele Tafoya Podcast” here: https://apple.co/3nPW221  Follow Michele on twitter: https://twitter.com/Michele_Tafoya Follow Michele on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmicheletafoya/ Learn more about the Salem Podcast network: https://salempodcastnetwork.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As President Trump took a victory lap in front of a joint session of Congress, Democrats as a whole decided to play the resistance card on every level.  Still, there were some hilarious, touching, and mic drop moments.  We’ve got them for you in this episode of Wildcard Wednesday. Thank you to our sponsors: Get your best night’s sleep with SLEEPCREME.com Use code “GAMEDAY” at checkout for free standard shipping on your first order! Protect your financial future with American Independence Gold. Go to TafoyaGold.com Or call 833-324-4653 Michele Tafoya is a four-time Emmy award-winning sportscaster turned political and cultural commentator. Record-setting, four-time Sports Emmy Award winner Michele Tafoya worked her final NBC Sunday Night Football game at Super Bowl LVI on February 13, 2022, her fifth Super Bowl. She retired from sportscasting the following day. In total, she covered 327 games — the most national primetime TV games (regular + postseason) for an NFL sideline reporter. Learn More about “The Michele Tafoya Podcast” here: https://linktr.ee/micheletafoya   Subscribe to “The Michele Tafoya Podcast” here: https://apple.co/3nPW221 Follow Michele on twitter: https://twitter.com/Michele_Tafoya  Follow Michele on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmicheletafoya/  Learn more about the Salem Podcast network: https://salempodcastnetwork.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monitoring government spending should be a given.  It should be transparent and easy to access.  Why would anyone fight against that notion… unless they don’t want you to know how your money is being spent?  John Hart is CEO of OpenThBooks.com, an amazing resource for tracking government spending.  Hart joins Michele to talk DOGE, the scalpel versus the chainsaw, and why bloated government leads to shrinking liberties. www.OpenTheBooks.com  Our advertisers are offering great deals! Protect your wealth and secure your future with American Independence Gold. Veteran-owned and trusted nationwide, we offer great rates and exclusive benefits for veterans. A portion of every purchase supports the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. Visit tafoyagold.com to learn more. For your best night’s sleep, go to www.SleepCreme.com and use the code “Gameday” at checkout for free standard shipping on your first order. Kimchi One from Brightcore – Improve your health, improve your life. 25% Off with code: MICHELE at www.mybrightcore.com/michele Or dial (888) 927-5980 for up to 50% OFF and Free Shipping – ONLY when you call! Michele Tafoya is a four-time Emmy award-winning sportscaster turned political and cultural commentator. Record-setting, four-time Sports Emmy Award winner Michele Tafoya worked her final NBC Sunday Night Football game at Super Bowl LVI on February 13, 2022, her fifth Super Bowl. She retired from sportscasting the following day. In total, she covered 327 games — the most national primetime TV games (regular + postseason) for an NFL sideline reporter.  Learn More about “The Michele Tafoya Podcast” here: https://linktr.ee/micheletafoya Subscribe to “The Michele Tafoya Podcast” here: https://apple.co/3nPW221 Follow Michele on twitter: https://twitter.com/Michele_Tafoya Follow Michele on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realmicheletafoya/ Learn more about the Salem Podcast network: https://salempodcastnetwork.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kimchi is one of the most popular health supplements in America.  Why?  And what does it have to do with MAHA?  Kim Bright of MyBrightcore.com answers all.  https://www.mybrightcore.com/products/kimchi-one?sca_ref=8071505.KJjuCUCykbsWeD See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Actor, producer, writer Siaka Massaquoi was raided, later arrested, and charged for being at the United States Capitol on January 6, 2021.  His story details what many bystanders experienced in the wake of what is now called simply, “J6.”  These are the stories that need more attention. https://x.com/_siakamassaquoi?lang=ja https://bio.site/siakamassaquoi  Protect your wealth and secure your future with American Independence Gold. Veteran-owned and trusted nationwide, we offer great rates and exclusive benefits for veterans. A portion of every purchase supports the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. Visit tafoyagold.com to learn more. Wanna sleep great?  Go to www.sleepcreme.com and use the code “GAMEDAY” at checkout for free standard shipping on your first order. You CAN grill food in the cold!  Go to www.BestHotGrill.com for the Solaire Infrared Grill that will transform your outdoor cooking!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Think censorship isn’t happening?  Think there are no conspiracy theories worth considering?  Think CRT isn’t destructive?  Think again.  This episode will enlighten! Thank you to our sponsors:Want to sleep better? SLEEPCREME.com Use code GAMEDAY at checkout for free standard shipping on your first order! Kimchi One from Brightcore – Improve your health, improve your life. 25% Off with code: MICHELE at https://mybrightcore.com/Michele Or dial (888) 927-5980 for up to 50% OFF and Free Shipping – ONLY when you call! Secure your future with American Independence Gold, a veteran-owned company trusted nationwide. Offering great rates and exclusive benefits for veterans, we proudly support the Tunnel to Towers Foundation with every purchase. Learn more at tafoyagold.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Quarterback, prolific show host, youth mentor and loving son Roman Gabriel III joins the show to discuss https://soldouttv.com/sold-out-virtual-assemblies/. Young people face many challenges. Roman Gabriel III has a plan and a an approach to help. Thank you to our sponsors: Protect your wealth and secure your future with American Independence Gold. Veteran-owned and trusted nationwide, we offer great rates and exclusive benefits for veterans. A portion of every purchase supports the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. Visit tafoyagold.com to learn more. You CAN grill food in the cold!  Go to www.BestHotGrill.com for the Solaire Infrared Grill that will transform your outdoor cooking! Wanna sleep great?  Go to www.sleepcreme.com and use the code “GAMEDAY” at checkout for free standard shipping on your first order. Keep up with the Trump Administration when you subscribe to The Trump Report. This email brings you daily highlights from the Oval Office, right to your inbox, 5 days a week. Subscribe today at http://salempodcastnetwork.com/trump.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sia LiiLii forfeited NCAA Women’s Division I volleyball matches because she thought it was unfair to play against a team that included a male.  She has become a powerhouse in the fight for fairness in women’s sports.  Jennifer Sey is the CEO of XX-XY Athletics.  She has been a warrior for keeping men out of women’s sports for years.  They both join Michele to discuss Trump’s executive order and the NCAA’s response. Sia LiiLii is @SiaLiiLii on X @s.yeaah on Instagram Jennifer Sey is @JenniferSey on XXX-XY Athletics is xx_xyathletics on X https://www.xx-xyathletics.com/  Thanks to our sponsors: Secure your future with American Independence Gold, a veteran-owned company trusted nationwide. Offering great rates and exclusive benefits for veterans, we proudly support the Tunnel to Towers Foundation with every purchase. Learn more at tafoyagold.com. Solaire Infrared Grills https://besthotgrill.com/  For your best night’s sleep,  Sleepcreme.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Elon Musk and Donald Trump are getting all the attention, and that’s warranted.  But we have some footage you simply have to see to believe.  Trust us, it’s all gold. Thank you to our sponsors: Solaire Infrared Grills at BestHotGrill.com Sleepcreme.com — for your best night’s sleep! American Independence Gold at TafoyaGold.comProtect your wealth and secure your future with American Independence Gold. Veteran-owned and trusted nationwide, we offer great rates and exclusive benefits for veterans. A portion of every purchase supports the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. Visit tafoyagold.com to learn more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New York Post columnist Michael Goodwin chimes in on some of the weekend’s biggest stories: Tom Hanks and his impersonation of a Trump supporter; CBS News anchor Margaret Brennon suggesting free speech led to the holocaust; and Eric Adams making nice with Tom Homan over illegal immigration.Michael Goodwin | New York Postnypost.com@mgoodwin_nypost on X Thank you to our sponsors:Protect your wealth with American Independence Gold. Veteran-owned, trusted, and giving back. Visit tafoyagold.com.SLEEPCREME.com for your best night’s sleep. Use code GAMEDAY for free standard shipping on your first order. Kimchi One from Brightcore — Improve your health, improve your life.  25% off with code Michele at www.mybrightcore.com/michele Or dial (888) 927-5980 for up to 50% off and Free Shipping — ONLY when you call! Keep up with the Trump Administration when you subscribe to The Trump Report. This email brings you daily highlights from the Oval Office, right to your inbox, 5 days a week. Subscribe today at http://salempodcastnetwork.com/trump.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Karen McCord lost her beautiful young daughter in a plane crash. Her daughter, Carley McCord, was an aspiring sportscaster, newly married, and on her way to cover the Peach Bowl. The story is tragic. The connection Michele has with Carley is meaningful. Karen wrote the book, “Only Rainbows” (a line from a song by Andy Grammar, who also figures into the story). The book details the life and loss of Carley, and how her Karen had a feeling she would lose her daughter too soon. https://www.amazon.com/Only-Rainbows-Karen-C-McCord/dp/B0DV11QMQZ Protect your wealth and secure your future with American Independence Gold. Veteran-owned and trusted nationwide, we offer great rates and exclusive benefits for veterans. A portion of every purchase supports the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. Visit tafoyagold.com to learn more. Kimchi One from Brightcore – Improve your health, improve your life. 25% Off with code: TAFOYA at https://mybrightcore.com/tafoya Or dial (888) 927-5980 for up to 50% OFF and Free Shipping – ONLY when you call! https://sleepcreme.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A hostage return.  Cutting the government fat.  Snoop roasts Belichick.  And some amazing posts from people you’ve never heard of!  It’s another Wildcard Wednesday. Please support our sponsors:  https://sleepcreme.com/  Secure your future with American Independence Gold, a veteran-owned company trusted nationwide. Offering great rates and exclusive benefits for veterans, we proudly support the Tunnel to Towers Foundation with every purchase. Learn more at https://americanindependencegold.com/tafoya-gold/. https://besthotgrill.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chaos?  Congressman Wesley Hunt (R-TX) is loving it.  TikTok?  Keep it, he says!  No biological men in women’s sports?  Hooray, he says.  If you want to hear the positive take on all that is happening at warp speed in Washington, DC, this is for you. https://hunt.house.gov/ https://x.com/wesleyhunttx  https://x.com/RepWPH?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor  https://linktr.ee/WesleyHunt  Protect your wealth and secure your future with American Independence Gold. Veteran-owned and trusted nationwide, we offer great rates and exclusive benefits for veterans. A portion of every purchase supports the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. Visit tafoyagold.com to learn more. You CAN grill food in the cold!  Go to www.BestHotGrill.com for the Solaire Infrared Grill that will transform your outdoor cooking! Wanna sleep great?  Go to www.sleepcreme.com and use the code “GAMEDAY” at checkout for free standard shipping on your first order. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

January Littlejohn didn’t know her 13-year-old daughter was being socially transitioned at school… the fact was hidden from her by teachers and school administrators.  Her story led her to become an activist, and she is now a parent advocate at Do No Harm (https://donoharmmedicine.org/).  She shares her story with Michele and reveals how gender ideology is targeting young people. https://donoharmmedicine.org/  https://www.instagram.com/januarylittlejohndnh/ https://x.com/januarydonoharm  Thanks to our sponsors: https://americanindependencegold.com/tafoya-gold/  https://besthotgrill.com/  https://sleepcreme.com/ - Use promo code "Gameday" See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From Trump to Elon to AOC to gender ideology, it’s next to impossible to keep up with the news of the day.  We are trying!  In this episode, we also throw in some clips from the way back machine that are still relevant.  It’s always a wild ride on Wildcard Wednesday! Support our sponsors: Protect your wealth and secure your future with American Independence Gold. Veteran-owned and trusted nationwide, we offer great rates and exclusive benefits for veterans. A portion of every purchase supports the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. Visit tafoyagold.com to learn more. https://sleepcreme.com/  https://www.mybrightcore.com/products/kimchi-one?sca_ref=8071505.KJjuCUCykbsWeD  https://besthotgrill.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.