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Richard Bagsby’s Book Interview

December 4, 2025

Richard Bagsby’s Book Interview – Transformation: The Untold Story of Richard Richmond

Richard Bagsby wrote an autobiography about his traumatic childhood and his spiral downward that landed him into prison; Richard found the Lord and turned his life around—truly a miracle. To close out the chapters in the book, the author wrote mentor sessions to assist others going through difficult situations with encouragement and support in the way of emotional awareness, inspiration and motivation, and self-help actions to build resilience and mitigate dangerous situations. Richard utilized thoughtful analysis and practical guidance to embolden others, especially youth, to recognize challenges, disappointments, fear, grief, and loss for what they are and to use those experiences to leverage positive impact in their lives. At the end of the book, the glossary of terms is useful to explain many words in easy-to-understand language to promote clarity and thoughtful reflection. This non-fiction book is a good read for everyone and would make a great Christmas gift or stocking stuffer. Get yours today!

Show notes are located below the interview.

Richard Bagsby’s Interview from earlier this year.

Links to purchase his book on Amazon and at Barnes and Noble.

Richard can be contacted via Social media (Facebook, X), his website, or by email.

Sign up on our website at the bottom of the homepage to receive You Count Indiana (YCI) emails. YCI addresses the core principles of election integrity, medical freedom, pro-life, second amendment, parent-controlled education, and Hoosier Godly Resources.

Ken Davidson Interview

November 20, 2025

Ken Davidson Interview about TIF Districts

KEN DAVIDSON of LAKE COUNTY has extensive knowledge of the legal process and actively follows local and state government activities in Indiana. Ken Davidson has studied TIF districts—Tax Increment Financing Districts, and he will tell us about them. Ken explains TIF districts, the purpose of TIF districts, TIF neutralization, potential abuse of TIF districts, and beneficial TIF districts. You will also learn about base assessed valuation, incremental assessed valuation, area in need of redevelopment, blighted properties, units, and an extremely useful tool for all Hoosiers—Indiana Gateway—to engage in transparency and accountability of local government. Ken Davidson breaks down this complex topic into easy-to-understand definitions and scenarios so that average citizens can understand it and use Indiana Gateway to research their counties’ use of TIF districts. This is an important interview to watch for all Hoosiers attentive to government!

Be certain to scroll down for more information and a video.

To connect with Ken Davidson, his email is nwigazette@icloud.com. To follow Ken Davidson, his X account is @nwigazette Link to Indiana Gateway, TIF Viewer:

TIF District Summary

Here is the video referenced in the interview about Fort Wayne Councilman Jason Arp & Electric Works:

Dr. Shawn Benzinger Interview

November 18, 2025

Dr. Shawn Benzinger Interview about Health

Dr. Benzinger is no stranger to You Count, Indiana! Please see the Resources repository on You Count, Indiana! for many interviews by Dr. Benzinger. He lives in Marion County, Indiana, and has spent 4+ decades as a chiropractor. Dr. Benzinger tells us about his career as a chiropractor–his decision to study chiropractic medicine, his alma mater, and his current practice.

You Count, Indiana! is Dr. Benzinger’s brainchild—election integrity, medical freedom, second amendment, parent-controlled education, pro-life, and Hoosier Godly Resources; he explains the brainstorming that created this brilliant idea to put several guiding principles together under the umbrella of You Count, Indiana! Next, Dr. Benzinger explains about the research and organization of a large undertaking that resulted in The Covid-19 Research and Education project. Dr. Benzinger shares his heart and his passion for the health and well-being of Hoosiers. This is an interview that you will want to hear!

The Covid-19 Research & Education project link. It is truly a treasure trove of very important information.

Andrea Neal Interview

November 8, 2025

Andrea Neal Interview About Important Issues in Indiana as they Relate to America 250

Andrea Neal of Marion County has been a Hoosier journalist and then a history teacher in the Indianapolis area for 22 years at St. Richard’s Episcopal School, recently retired. Andrea Neal participates in Indiana Policy Review, a conservative think tank for legislative policy and evolving topics and is co-author of an issue-driven book, Indiana Mandate: A Return to Founding Principles. This book was masterfully written to be an easy-to-read resource for just about every problem you can think of in Indiana. Each subject has a title, a paragraph explaining the subject, a list of talking points, action steps to engage, and resources to support the material–extremely user friendly and useful! The Declaration of Independence was used as a resource and a framing tool to determine the founders’ intentions for modern-day problems. A few topics that are inherently important to YCI, such as Election Integrity and Transparency, Medical Freedom, Parent-Controlled Education, Sanctity of Life, and Second Amendment are explored. Next, Andrea Neal revealed “An American 250 Seminar” in Indianapolis in May 2026 to celebrate the 250^th birthday of America that the Indiana Policy Review is hosting. Andrea Neal shares her favorite books for adults and children to learn more about our American history. Andrea Neal’s work is another example of a Hoosier doing great things in our state!

Here’s the Indiana Policy Review website.

Link to register for the May 9 seminar, ‘What Every American Should Know about the Founding’.

This is the link to buy Indiana Mandate on Amazon.

Andrea’s “Short Semiquincentennial Reading List”

Adults

• His Excellency, George Washington by Joseph J. Ellis

• Lives of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence by BJ Lossing

• 1776 by David McCullough

• The American Miracle by Michael Medved

Children

Grades 1 & 2

• The Declaration of Independence from A to Z by Catharine Osornio

Grades 3-5

• The Journey of the One and Only Declaration of Independence by Judith St. George

• Her Name Was Mary Katharine: The Only Woman Whose Name is on the Declaration of Independence by Ella Schwartz

• The Declaration of Independence – A True Book by Elaine Landau

• Will You Sign Here, John Hancock? by Jean Fritz

• What is the Declaration of Independence? by Michael C. Harris

All Ages

• George Washington: A Photographic Story of a Life by Lenny Hort

#America250

Katrina Terry Interview

November 1, 2025

Katrina Terry Interview About Lion195 and Fighting Human Trafficking

Katrina Terry describes her childhood and explains her military and work experiences, which led her to the current role of founder and Executive Director of Lion195, an anti-human trafficking organization. Katrina is a Navy veteran, participated in Operation Enduring Freedom, and has a skill set that few possess! Katrina illustrates the name for the organization, Lion195; defines human trafficking; lists signs and indicators to identify victims trapped in human trafficking; and designates the proper authorities to contact. Lion195 is in Hamilton County, Indiana; offers resources, advocacy, and trainings in various forms to many groups; and is available to all 92 counties in Indiana. For more information, contact Lion195. This is a packed interview; take a listen today!

Jay Starkey Interview

October 10, 2025

Jay Starkey Interview about his Experience at the Charlie Kirk Memorial Service

Jay Starkey and his wife traveled from Jasper County, Indiana, to Glendale Arizona, to attend the Charlie Kirk memorial service. Jay follows The Charlie Kirk Show, a podcast, and his local church is affiliated with Turning Point USA Faith. Jay describes the inspiration that Charlie’s podcasts provide to so many people and relates his favorite Charlie Kirk quotes. Jay explains the relationship between his church and Turning Point USA Faith. Jay expounds on the travel experiences, the Charlie Kirk memorial service, and the visit to the Turning Point USA headquarters. Turning Point USA and Turning Point USA Faith have been impactful in Jay’s life.

#TPUSAFaith

Jay may be contacted via his Facebook page.

Pastor Andrew Stroup Interview

October 7, 2025

Pastor Andrew Stroup Interview about his Experience at the Charlie Kirk Memorial

Andrew Stroup, Discipleship Pastor, First Baptist Church of Elkhart, joins us today to talk about his experiences at the Charlie Kirk memorial service, the visit to Turning Point USA headquarters in Glendale, Arizona, and about his role as discipleship pastor at his church. Pastor Stroup shares his connection to Charlie Kirk through podcasts, his favorite Charlie Kirk quote, and the impromptu trip to Arizona. For Pastor Stroup and his wife, Erin, it was a whirlwind trip. Pastor Stroup relates what it was like standing outside the stadium for hours, finally getting into the stadium, and the impactful worship music and speeches that lasted for hours. To finish, Pastor Stroup expounds on his role as a discipleship pastor for the church’s Life Groups and other church programs such as FBC kids and FBC students.

Link to First Baptist Church of Elkhart and to their Life Groups.

#TPUSA

Kristi Grabowski Interview, Part 2 of 2

September 24, 2025

Kristi Grabowski Interview, Part 2 of 2.

Our Part 1 interview may be found here.

Kristi shares her start in the political arena by attending council meetings and learning about the political process through the Indiana Family Institute and the Hoosier Leadership Series. Kristi earned a county council seat in a contested race and explains the transition to this new role in local government and the necessity for civil discourse. Kristi describes several issues that the county council and the county are working through, i.e. budget, septic. Kristi is a faithful follower of Jesus and has challenged herself to memorize Romans 8. To conclude, Kristi challenges more Christians to run for political office or support Christians running for office.

If you’d like to contact Kristi, check out her Facebook political page.

Kristi Grabowski Interview

September 3, 2025

Kristi Grabowski Interview about her Background & Experiences

Kristi Grabowski, from Madison County, talks with YCI about her hometown of Anderson, her military service with her role in logistics, her multi-generational military family, the tragic loss of her husband, her family’s story of medical coercion during covid, their decision to homeschool their three children and their extracurricular activities, her current role as youth director at her church and the youth’s activities, her eyewitness account of J6, and her quest for fair and transparent elections. This is a jam-packed interview! Kristi has so much to tell us that we need two parts: Part 1 – Kristi’s background & experiences; Part 2 (future) – Kristi’s entry into politics.

IFA’s Delegate Guide

August 20, 2025

From our friends at Indiana First Action.

Indiana First Action

📣📣IFA’s Delegate Guide for the 2026 Convention SOS Race. We present the data – you decide.

We sent each of the four candidates a letter with our 12 Points of Election Integrity, the 2023 RNC Resolution and a survey to complete. The survey completion was meant to help you understand their respective stances on issues important to you and the Hoosier voters you represent.

As an example, attached is our letter to Candidate Shelton – similar letters (minus the relevant info for Mr. Shelton) were emailed to all four. Ms. Reitenour was the only candidate who responded in writing to said letter, a copy of her response is attached as well for your review. Two candidates completed the survey – two did not. All answers are encompassed in the attached Guide … great discussion items for all of the booth visits, face-to-face opportunities at the many county fairs and Lincoln Day dinners.📣📣

Be informed. #TheMoreYouKnow

IN-SecretaryofState-Guide-2026-2

Letter to David Shelton

Reitenour response

IFA’s Delegate Guide for the 2026 Convention SOS Race – Indiana First Action

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Independent Voter Validation & Verification Now more than ever, Americans are questioning the trustworthiness of the system by which we cast and count our votes. How does this get better? Voters can take action. What can voters do? Let’s start by helping to improve the accuracy of our voter rolls.

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