State of the Union

01/02/25 • 157 min

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Mike Rowe is an Emmy award-winning TV host, producer, narrator, podcaster, spokesman, bestselling author, and advocate for the skilled trades. As the creator and host of DIRTY JOBS, he explored over 350 vocations across all 50 states, celebrating the grit and ingenuity of the American workforce. Beyond television, Mike is the founder and CEO of the mikeroweWORKS Foundation, which has awarded nearly $7 million in work-ethic scholarships and champions the importance of skilled trades education.

With his podcast THE WAY I HEARD IT—downloaded nearly 300 million times—Mike brings storytelling to life, featuring remarkable Americans from all walks of life. He has also narrated iconic series like DEADLIEST CATCH and HOW THE UNIVERSE WORKS and most recently launched Knobel Tennessee Whiskey, benefiting his foundation. In his latest film project, SOMETHING TO STAND FOR, Mike takes viewers on a cinematic journey through pivotal moments in American history, shining a light on unsung heroes and their sacrifices.

To find out more about Mike Rowe, visit his website, www.mikerowe.com and follow him on the social channels:

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To find out more about Mike Rowe, visit his website, www.mikerowe.com and follow him on the social channels:

Instagram @mikerowe

Facebook @TheRealMikeRowe

X @mikeroweworks

YouTube @realmikerowe

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The Shadow of War

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The Jack Carr Book Club December Book of the Month is THE SHADOW OF WAR, a book that explores a pivotal moment in history through the masterful storytelling of Jeff Shaara.

In The Shadow of War, Shaara brings to life the intense and complex lead-up to the Cuban Missile Crisis. From the Russian engineers racing against time to construct missile facilities in Cuba, to the U.S. Navy commanders enforcing the "quarantine," to the behind-the-scenes decisions of JFK, Bobby Kennedy, and Nikita Khrushchev—this work offers a gripping, multi-perspective look at a crisis that brought the world to the brink of nuclear war.

Meticulously researched and vividly written, The Shadow of War is not just a story of conflict but a study in leadership, strategy, and human resilience during one of the most dangerous standoffs in history.

Jeff Shaara is a bestselling American author known for his historical novels that vividly bring pivotal moments of history to life. Jeff is a four-time recipient of the American Library Association's "William Young Boyd Award" for Excellence in Military Fiction for Gods and Generals, To the Last Man, The Frozen Hours, and most recently, The Eagle’s Claw.

To learn more about Jeff, follow him on Facebook @jshaara or visit his website www.jeffshaara.com.

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American Primeval

Peter Berg is a celebrated director, producer, writer, and actor known for his compelling storytelling in projects like Friday Night Lights, The Kingdom , Lone Survivor, Patriots Day , Deepwater Horizon, and Mile 22. His work spans critically acclaimed films, Emmy-nominated television, and memorable acting roles in features and shows including Chicago Hope and Ballers. Berg’s latest endeavor, the Netflix limited series American Primeval, premiering January 9, 2025, delves into the brutal realities of 1857 America, where survival is the only law in a land ruled by fear and conflict.

To learn more about Peter Berg, follow him on Instagram @pberg44

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SIG Sauer P226: https://www.sigsauer.com/firearms/pistols/p226.html and on Instagram @sigsauerinc

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