Hour 4 opens with comedian and television host Tom Shillue joining guest host Dan Buck to discuss his upcoming October 18th performance at the Family Arena in St. Charles alongside Greg Gutfeld. Shillue reflects on his career starting in musical quartets, performing as part of the "Ragtime Gals" on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, and navigating political stand-up dynamics across the country.
In segment two, Jason Robinovitz, CEO and General Counsel for Score at the Top Learning Centers and Score Academy, breaks down alternatives to traditional public education. Robinovitz discusses accredited micro school models, high-dosage tutoring, Cognia accreditation, and state educational performance metrics.
Segment three features Mark Schmitz, Gold Star father of U.S. Marine Lance Corporal Jared Schmitz, detailing the Phase 1 groundbreaking for The Freedom 13 retreat in Bourbon, Missouri. Schmitz shares plans for constructing 13 homes dedicated to veterans, law enforcement, and Gold Star families, highlighting monthly giving programs and volunteer workdays. The final hour concludes with Dan Buck reviewing Senate Armed Services Committee floor remarks from Montana Senator Tim Sheehy regarding Middle East security policy and military support.
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