HOMESCHOOL
Hi Brett! My daughter is starting kindergarten this year and we’ve made the decision to homeschool for whole lot of reason. Primarily, we don’t agree with the vaccines mandates and don’t feel it’s necessary and in fact is very dangerous to subscribe to the schedule “suggested” (more like forced) by the government. I have LOVED hearing you talk about your experience with homeschool and it’s actually given me a lot of comfort in my decision. My question to you is: Do you have suggestions on how to be a successful homeschool family? Ex: putting kids into a lot of extracurriculars, having a structured schedule, etc. Are you planning on homeschooling? Hope to hear from you! (: love your show <3
Painting!
I know the chances of you seeing this are LITERALLY one in a million.. I’ve been watching your show since you started on daily wire and I still admire you and the work you do. Maybe even more-so now! I wanted to reach out to you and ask if you were interested in having a painting I created for decorating your new studio or literally just to have. It would mean so very much to me to know my art is being loved by someone I’ve looked up to for a long time! It’s a larger surrealism of a very basic landscape but I’m more than happy to ship it to you. Let me know if you’re interested and I can absolutely share a photo with you.
What should I do to help my mental health
Hi Brett! I am 16 I absolutely adore your podcast and really look up to you. You have been really open about your mental health and going to therapy and how that has helped you. OCD runs very strong in my family and I believe I may have it, but have never been to a therapist or really told many people because I’m kind of scared. So basically anytime a sickness or disease is mentioned I get scared that I have that condition, or if I have a tiny headache that means I am going to die. I’m also afraid of losing my sanity and so I over-analyze everything I do. I’m also afraid that even my closest friends don’t really like me and have a deep fear that I’m incapable of social interactions and replay everything I say or do when I am around others. I pray to God about it and he has helped me a lot, but it would also be nice if I had others to help me too. The problem is I don’t really know how to ask for help and often doubt that my problem is big enough even though it takes a lot of my energy all of the time. Thank you for listening. Also please come to Chicago 🙏
A family of non-forgivers
Hi Brett, my family is a dysfunctional mess. My brother has schizophrenia, my mom has struggled with depression and now I beginning to believe my other brother is a psycho of some sort. Kidding, only sort of. He has brain cancer and roughly 2 or so months to live. Things are coming to light about him now that he's pretty much on his deathbed. My schizo brother and my depressed mom and him won't forgive each other for things that have happened in the past. Some recent, some 40-50 yrs ago. I know that this is their decision, but, I also know the regret that usually follows when you don't reconcile after someone dies. Do you have any advice as I know you have experience in family mental health issues and have dealt with death in your family. Thank you in advance and I love your work and appreciate you!
Never Dated before any tips?
Hi Brett! Longtime fan of your show! I grew up with really strict indian parents who did not let me hang out with guys or text guys (even though a had a brother lol) and I was a tomboy for most my life up to me at 19 right now. I'm going to UT in the fall and I'll be getting some freedom but i have no idea how to date. What advice would you give to girls who have never dated before? I don't really understand how to flirt or to know what to look for in a good traditional man. Thanks for everything and this platform!
How to make long lasting friendships and relationships in 2025?
Dear Brett, I’ve listened to you since I was 16 and I love to work you do. I hate watching the news because it’s just too serious and depressing for me, but your show has always had a fun element to it. You often talk about how Gen Z is the more “lonely” generation and I’d agree. I’m 19 yrs old and the youngest of 4 girls. I was adopted, so the age difference is pretty big. The oldest is 41, then 37, and the last oldest is 28. The first two weren’t around much as I was growing up, but my 28 yr old sister was. That meant her friends were around too. They always made sure to include me in things and I almost always went. Because of that I feel more comfortable talking to older adults, but now I feel a little less comfortable talking to people my own age. I’m always told “you’re really mature for your age”, but I thinks that’s because I was always around people a decade older than me. I was somewhat forced to be more mature than my peers. I don’t regret that at all though. Almost all of my coworkers and friends like to party and go out, but that is not appealing to me in the slightest. I rather go on a run and watch a movie afterwards. It’s hard to find people my age who are willing to do the same. I also don’t drink or smoke/vape, so I already have a hard time “fitting in”. I care a lot about what goes into my body, so I don’t entertain with that kinda stuff. I just wanted to know what would you do if you were in my position? How would you suggest I make lasting relationships? Thanks so much.
How to make long lasting friendships and relationships in 2025?
Dear Brett, I’ve listened to you since I was 16 and I love to work you do. I hate watching the news because it’s just too serious and depressing for me, but your show has always had a fun element to it. You often talk about how Gen Z is the more “lonely” generation and I’d agree. I’m 19 yrs old and the youngest of 4 girls. I was adopted, so the age difference is pretty big. The oldest is 41, then 37, and the last oldest is 28. The first two weren’t around much as I was growing up, but my 28 yr old sister was. That meant her friends were around too. They always made sure to include me in things and I almost always went. Because of that I feel more comfortable talking to older adults, but now I feel a little less comfortable talking to people my own age. I’m always told “you’re really mature for your age”, but I thinks that’s because I was always around people a decade older than me. I was somewhat forced to be more mature than my peers. I don’t regret that at all though. Almost all of my coworkers and friends like to party and go out, but that is not appealing to me in the slightest. I rather go on a run and watch a movie afterwards. It’s hard to find people my age who are willing to do the same. I also don’t drink or smoke/vape, so I already have a hard time “fitting in”. I care a lot about what goes into my body, so I don’t entertain with that kinda stuff. I just wanted to know what would you do if you were in my position? How would you suggest I make lasting relationships? Thanks so much.
My Wife Is Pregnant! Any Tips?
Hey Brett! Pretty soon after you announced your pregnancy, we found out my wife was pregnant. Coincidentally, once she hit 7 weeks was the first time we heard your advertisement for 7 Weeks Coffee. I was in shock of how perfect the timing was! We had literally heard the heartbeat earlier that day. We immediately purchased a bag of coffee from them (their mission is incredible). I have also been using the advise you have been sharing around pregnancy from your Instagram stories and the clothes (for when she's farther along)! My wife just finished her first trimester, which was lets just say not very fun for either of us. Is there anything I should be anticipating during the 2nd and 3rd trimesters? Any advise or food/gadgets I can pick up that will make our lives easier? I will say that paper plates/bowls were a complete life saver in the first trimester. Congratulations again on your pregnancy!!! So happy for you and Alex. You should have him answer some of these questions one day, would be awesome haha.
Transitioning to a Liberal University as a Conservative
Hey Brett, hope you're well! I'm an 18 y/o female from the midwest who's definitely conservative - I regularly listen to podcasts like you, Michael Knowles, Candace, etc. I work at Starbucks (I know) and the majority of my friends are liberals so I understand what it's like to be around those with differing views. I recently got accepted into Cornell University for Architecture, and although I'm very excited to begin studying there, I'm worried about not fitting in politically and being in a liberal echo chamber. I know you've discussed your time at UCLA and how that influenced you politically - do you have any tips for finding a conservative crowd or fitting in with others despite these differing views? Do you have any general tips for being a conservative at a liberal university? I do intend to join the Cornell Republicans club when I can to try and find some community there :) Thanks so much!
Becoming a true man
Dear Brett, I 29 years old and at my age, I feel somewhat left behind in the personal development department. I wanted to become a rugged man in my late 20s but most girls I have talked to have said that they see me much more like a teddy bear. Ouch! Also, I have very little idea what masculinity is. I want embrace it, but when I try to define it, it becomes blurry. I want to become mutch similar to one of my heroes, Teddy Roosevelt. Brett, I must ask: what exactly makes a man masculine and how can I become a rugged and good man?
Would You Come to Patriot Academy?
Dear Brett, So, I know I've asked this three times before, but my question is: would you please come to visit Patriot Academy?! We have multiple young person programs that would give you hope for the next generation - these kids are major based (and mostly homeschooled!) - but obviously it's our self-defense instruction that you would get the biggest kick out of! We have the BEST gun ranges in Texas, the BEST gun instructors in the nation, and the BEST self-defense instruction in the world! I know how much you love gun ranges, and you and Alex would get so much from our amazing staff and program! We’re based in Texas, so it was really cool to see you at your live show in Austin, and you have multiple fans here at PA! If you want to see a rising generation of leaders and shoot guns all day, come visit Patriot Academy!
The medium you mentioned on Shawn Ryan
Hey Brett, this isn’t really a question but I was thinking back to your Shawn Ryan podcast episode where you mentioned that your mom went to a medium in New York to try and find some closure with your brother, and I think the medium she saw was John Edwards. I remember reading an excerpt from his book where he interviewed Aaliyah’s mother (who’s also named Diane) after her passing, and it was basically the same process that you were explaining where you don’t tell him who you are or who you are trying to connect with, and he didn’t know who he connected with until after the session and he went over it with his assistant. If I remember correctly, he thought she was trying to connect with a 9/11 victim, as the spirit mentioned a big boom, and something flying, and aaliyah passed in a plane crash about 2 weeks before 9/11. I think im just rambling on here and idk if this would help at all, but I think this is just me trying to justify my doom scrolling lol. Also if you’re interested in the book, it’s called after life.
How do I do I forgive my mentally ill mom?
Hi Brett, Thank you so much for everything you do! I am 19 years old, and I live with my parents, going to college in the same town I grew up in. My mom had a psychotic break when I was in high school, due to hormonal imbalances and early onset menopause. She never fully recovered, and refuses to take her medication that would mend her hormones and get her back on track. I haven’t had a real conversation with her in years, even though I see her everyday, and it feels like I never really knew her. This has affected my entire family. I am the oldest of ten kids, and I have watched my dad reach the point of despair. I see my mom every day, and I’m struggling to forgive her for the awful things she’s said to me, and for refusing to take her medicine. She says the craziest things, and she’s very suspicious of everyone around her. I know you have a brother who is this way, so I’m wondering, how do you forgive someone who can’t help their condition, but also has said and done horrible things to you?
How To Avoid Getting Emotionally Attached In Romantic Relationships
Hi Brett, I wanted to ask your advice on how to avoid getting emotionally attached in romantic relationships? I am 25 years old, have never dated or been on a singular date, and my dream in life since I was 4 years old has been to be a stay at home wife and mother, like my mom. Sometimes it scares me to think when I start meeting men that interest me and dating I'll get emotionally attached too quickly if they check off some important boxes, but before we've left the talking stage, and really know each other. What helped you when dating Alex? I am willing to be get hurt by opening up and being vulnerable in what I want and believe, but what is the best way to keep myself from getting excited too quickly or letting my imagination run away with me? I don't want my dreams to cloud my judgement or miss red flags if we relate on some important issues, such as religion, lifestyle, family and health but before we have none each other long. Also, sometimes I fear men only telling me what I want to hear and hiding who they really care until it's too late. I have a co worker who that happened to and it ended in a messy divorce. Please help!
Will You Come Visit Patriot Academy?
Dear Brett, So, I know I've asked this twice before, but my question is: would you please come to visit Patriot Academy?! We have multiple young person programs that would give you hope for the next generation - these kids are major based (and mostly homeschooled!) - but obviously it's our self-defense instruction that you would get the biggest kick out of! We have the BEST gun ranges in Texas, the BEST gun instructors in the nation, and the BEST self-defense instruction in the world! I know how much you love gun ranges, and you and Alex would get so much from our amazing staff and program! If you want to see a rising generation of leaders and shoot guns all day, come visit Patriot Academy! We’re based in Texas, and it was really cool to see you at your live show in Austin!
Capable but Unmotivated
Dear Brett, Mazel tov on your baby boy! In my "very humble" opinion you are going to be an amazing mother. I wish you Alex and baby the best. I wanted to ask your advice on the following. I have never been considered a "school person". I'm in high school, I have a lot of friends who are in advanced classes and I don't feel bad because of my grades(which are sometimes lower than theirs), but just how they pity me when I don't do as well. I am mature enough to not feel bad because of my actual grades, but it bothers me how my peers and teachers underestimate because they think I can't do better. I have an amazing school unfortunately I got stuck in classes significantly below my level, this causes me to become unmotivated and as a result do worse in those classes. I know I will go far in life, I have a job in sales at an age where most my age people don't even consider that an option. You went through some interesting career things I wanted to know if you had any advice for me? You should be blessed with a life filled with prosperity and happiness. Your show is exactly what so many need to hear, thank you for your time and effort. Thank You! -Esti:)
New school year and I need help making friends.
Hi Brett! It's me again, the 12-year-old girl who just turned 13. I now need help with something else. As you probably know, summer break is here and the school year has ended. My class this year consisted of a mix of 7th and 8th graders, and the 8th graders are about to transition to high school. I’ll be in 8th grade next year, and I’ve been thinking a lot about how I'm going to make friends. The 8th graders really brought life to the class with their kindness, wisdom, and sense of humor and my best friend is leaving for home school. This class is really special to me because I've had hard times with my 4th-6th grade years in DODEA where they taught woke stuff and I now go to a classical Christian school. I've been able to share my conservative views without being bullied for it. I was wondering if you have any advice. My questions really are, how can I bring the same kind of joy and leadership to the new 7th graders next year that the 8th graders brought to me? And, How can I make genuine friends? Also, CONGRATS!!! I bet you are going to be a great mother! You got this 13-year-old's approval.
New school year and I need help making friends.
Hi Brett! It's me again, the 12-year-old girl who just turned 13. I now need help with something else. As you probably know, summer break is here and the school year has ended. My class this year consisted of a mix of 7th and 8th graders, and the 8th graders are transitioning to high school. I’ll be in 8th grade next year, and I’ve been thinking a lot about how I'm going to make friends. The 8th graders brought life to the class with their kindness, wisdom, and sense of humor and my best friend is leaving for home school. This class is special to me because I've had hard times with my 4th-6th grade years in DODEA where they taught woke stuff and I now go to a classical Christian school. I've been able to share my conservative views without being bullied for it. I was wondering if you have any advice. My questions are, how can I bring the same kind of joy and leadership to the new 7th graders next year that the 8th graders brought to me? And, How can I make genuine friends? Also, CONGRATS!!! I bet you are going to be a great mother! You got this 13-year-old's approval!
Difficult, but probably eventually necessary topic of discussion
Hello. This might be a difficult topic, but I hope you can find a way to answer anyway. You also don't seem to be too afraid to talk about it, even though it is obviously difficult, and I admire that so much about you. I just wanted to ask about something that relates to your connection with schizophrinea. I also wanted to start with some context, so you might understand why I care about the topic. I deal with psychosis, without delusion, and even that can be scary, frustrating, and confusing for me, but also the people around me, so thank you so much for trying to understand and being willing to stick around your brother, as much as you can, even when its hard, because I know what its like to lose people over these situations. I know you probably don't plan to leave your baby with your brother by themselves, but I hope he at least gets to meet him or her sometime. I can also forsee his behavior being confusing for your baby as he or she gets a little older, because even when he isn't having a psychotic break, there still might be some symptoms. Have you thought much about how you will eventually try to explain schizophrinea, in a way your child can understand? I know a lot of people might be tempted to avoid the topic, but I also feel like you aren't the kind of person to stray away from scary or confusing topics. I also feel like with any form of disability, the less someone knows about it, the scarier, more confusing, and more taboo the disability, and in turn the disabled person becomes. That can especially be the case with invisible, and especially psychiatric disabilities, because you can't see it to really understand how things are different for that person, and therefore why that person acts differently and/or has different needs. Anyway, what are your plans, if any (no shame if not, because I wouldn't even know where to begin, hints why I'm asking) to explain to your baby, why his or her uncle seems different and possibly lives differently than others? Again, it probably won't matter for a while, but even a two year old probably has some awareness. And thank you so much, from the bottom of my heart for not completly running away from your brother, when things got hard. You're so amazing and I love you so much!
Is it ever okay to cut off family members for being “woke?”
For the sake of time (and word count), I’m going to try to consolidate this as best as I can. I’m the youngest of four; I do not currently have any relationship with two of my older siblings (by their own choosing). They both up and left the country recently (one left 6 months ago, the other left 3 weeks ago. I’m fairly certain they’re not both in the same country), without telling us beforehand. They will not disclose where they are to anyone else in the family since we all voted for Trump and are “white supremacist.” They have both said they will not speak to us again until they return to the states when Trump is out of office. I’m currently doing what I can to help my mother through a state of depression; my parents have had many sleepless nights agonizing over where they are. They are now planning to move closer to me, my husband, and our three sons (which I’m not complaining about!). They have lived in the same, small town for 30 years, and though they love their community, they want to be closer to their grandchildren. My dad feels the move is also needed for their mental health, as they live in somewhat of a fishbowl given everything with my siblings. All that being said, I don’t think I should attempt to continue any sort of relationship with my siblings when they come back. They both have fallen victim to woke ideology (one of them, my only brother, is transgender, and the other is a radical feminist), and after seeing what my parents have been subjected to, I don’t want to entertain the thought of ever speaking to them again. It’s also been quite scarring for me to see my brother now appear like, sound like, and insist, that he’s my “sister.” All that being said, I fear that completely cutting them out would possibly limit any opportunity for them to heal in the future, or reconnect with one of the only family members they have left. I know that “cancel culture” has overall been a net negative on society, but I also believe I have an obligation to protect my sons from these harmful ideologies. What are your thoughts? Would you consider this to be a healthy boundary? Also, welcome to the “boy mom” club! Sending prayers to you and your family! **Coming back to edit this - please pray for my town of Coeur d’Alene!!!**
Struggling to discover faith
Hi Brett! I’m so excited to see your upcoming show in Dallas in a few days! I grew up in Northern California with an agnostic, if not atheists, family. I’ve pretty much fallen in the agnostic belief all my life. When my aunt passed away there was a moment that I didn’t think that I would be able to attend the funeral. I had to travel 2+ hours to the funeral home and my car had broken down. I’d essentially prayed that if I could just make it to her funeral that I’d “do anything even go to church”. I made this promise and I am struggling to follow through. I still don’t know if I believe in God but I want to uphold my promise. I was in such a dark place when making it and the fact I was able to go and say goodbye - it’s important I follow through. What advice could you give me in picking a church? I know I will eventually go. Truthfully, I’m just so intimidated by picking one and just don’t know how to start.I want my choice to mean something not just going to uphold my promise. How have you chosen your own churches when you’ve moved cities? If any other members have advice, it’s appreciated too! I’m honestly a deer in headlights.