S2-EP32 - Midterm Misinformation Madness! With Special Guest Kensconsin!

Episode Description Politics gets a lot less tolerable when the people in power start treating reality like a prank. Ken, aka Kensconsin, cuts through the noise with the kind of blunt, fact-first breakdown that makes you rethink what you thought you knew about the midterms, misinformation, and who is actually getting hurt by today’s politics. Mike and Taylor sit down with the Army veteran and digital creator to trace his path from beard content to hard-hitting political commentary, including the personal story that pushed him into the fight, how he verifies sources, and why he refuses to let social media misinformation go unchallenged. Ken also breaks down how to compare candidates using voting records, why affordability is the real election issue hiding behind every headline, and what’s at stake in key races like Wisconsin, Texas, and beyond. You’ll discover: How Ken went from beard videos to political creator after retirement and a personal school cover-up fight The research process he uses to separate real reporting from AI summaries, clickbait, and grift Why candidate voting records matter more than campaign ads The real-world impact of rising healthcare, food, and fuel costs Why data centers, AI regulation, and public land fights could shape the future of your community We also get into the deeper stakes behind this election cycle—from voter intimidation and registration checks to the growing pressure on national parks, farmland, and natural resources. If you care about what happens when government, media, and money all collide, this conversation gives you a clearer lens for the chaos. This one is for anyone trying to make a smarter vote, a sharper argument, or just a little more sense of the political mess we’re all living in. Ken brings the facts, the fire, and just enough Wisconsin honesty to keep it all grounded.