DR. K. ALAN STOKES ON FAITH, COVENANT, & MENTAL HEALTH IN A CULTURE OF ANXIETY #InTheDugout – June 9, 2026

June 9, 2026/by Current Staff

Rhode Islanders are wrestling with rising anxiety, grief, and emotional strain yet many feel torn between seeking help because of their faith. On this episode of #InTheDugout with Mike Stenhouse, Dr. K. Alan Stokes brings practical wisdom rooted his Christian faith and his new book Continuing Covenant. Tune in for a conversation that equips you to find real stability in God’s unchanging promises.

ATTORNEY SUE CIENKI ON SCOTUS, CONVERSION THERAPY, AND CHAS CALENDA’S FIGHT #InTheDugout – May 6, 2026

May 6, 2026/by Current Staff

Is Rhode Island’s Department of Health still trying to enforce an unconstitutional ban on conversion therapy for minors even after the Supreme Court struck down a similar law? Attorney Suzanne Cienki joins #InTheDugout with Mike Stenhouse to break it all down. From the US Attorney showdown to election integrity battles, this episode pulls no punches on the legal fights that matter to every Ocean State family.

After Pawtucket Tragedy, RI Still Blocks Honest Counseling Grounded in Biological Reality #InTheDugout – April 22, 2026

April 22, 2026/by Current Staff

Rhode Island families deserve real mental health options for their kids, not government restrictions that silence counselors. Following the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision striking down a similar ban in Colorado, the Law Centre at the RI Center for Freedom & Prosperity is calling on the Department of Health to stop enforcing the state’s conversion therapy law immediately. On this episode of #InTheDugout with Mike Stenhouse, Bob Chiaradio breaks down the fight for free speech and commonsense access to counseling.

Two Myths Shattered: Medical Freedom and “Diversity” in Rhode Island #InTheDugout – April 8, 2026

April 8, 2026/by Current Staff

Government claims it champions medical freedom, yet the heavy-handed COVID mandates exposed the truth. Now, as supporters push legislation for patient choice in “safe” blood during procedures, Rhode Islanders must demand real autonomy over their healthcare. In this hard-hitting episode, Sten also sits down with Maria Friedman after the recent antisemitic attack on her group in Cranston.

RHODE ISLAND TAX SHOWDOWN: COMPETING VISIONS FOR YOUR WALLET #InTheDugout — March 17, 2026

March 17, 2026/by Current Staff

Rhode Island’s tax battle is heating up and your wallet is on the line. On #InTheDugout with Mike Stenhouse, national tax expert Grover Norquist and Senate Minority Leader Jessica de la Cruz break down the real stakes. This is the conversation Rhode Islanders need to hear.

PORTSMOUTH FIGHTS BACK: LOCAL CONTROL UNDER ATTACK #InTheDugout — February 24, 2026

February 24, 2026/by Current Staff

RhodeMapRI is back and this time, Portsmouth isn’t taking it . The town unanimously passed a resolution defending local control over zoning and land use, and now the question on everyone’s mind is whether a lawsuit against the state is next.

Engineering Failure or Failure of Leadership? The Washington Bridge Reckoning #InTheDugout – January 28, 2026

January 28, 2026/by Current Staff

The U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments in two landmark cases—Little v. Hecox and West Virginia v. B.P.J.—challenging state laws that restrict girls’ school sports to athletes based on biological sex at birth. In this episode of In The Dugout, we break down what happened inside the courtroom, what was said (and what wasn’t), and what it could mean for women’s sports nationwide.

Stenhouse & Senator Zurier Discuss Whether “Act On Climate” Energy Commission He Chairs Should Recommend a More Realistic Energy Strategy for RI #InTheDugout – January 12, 2026

January 12, 2026/by Current Staff

Given longstanding concerns about affordability of our electric bills along with the dramatical shift in the federal government’s energy approach, are RI’s “net zero’ policies now obsolete? Mike Stenhouse challenges the Senate Commission Chair to maintain an open mind towards less costly and more reliable sources of electricity.

Chesterton Academy of Our Lady of Hope and Michael Casey #InTheDugout – January 6, 2026

January 6, 2026/by Current Staff

Michael Casey, founder of Chesterton Academy of Our Lady of Hope, shares how classical Catholic education is forming students in faith, virtue, and joy. The conversation explores the Academy’s mission to unite academic excellence with deep Catholic formation, confront modern materialism, and prepare young people to live the abundant life promised by Christ. Featuring powerful student stories, insights into the school’s rapid growth, and reflections on generosity and God’s providence.

NEED A LAST-MINUTE CHRISTMAS GIFT? #InTheDugout – December 12, 2025

December 12, 2025/by Current Staff

Need a last minute Christmas gift? Reminisce with Sten and author JC Roberto about his baseball book for young teens. He grew up in the ballpark, where long summer nights, the rhythm of the game, and watching the Red Sox under the lights at Fenway Park shaped his love for baseball. He joins #InTheDugout to talk about those early experiences, the lessons the game teaches, and how baseball has always felt like home.

Reviving Our Republic: Michael Bedenbaugh Steps Up To The Plate #InTheDugout – November 19, 2025

November 19, 2025/by Current Staff

Navy vet and civic reformer Michael Bedenbaugh joins Sten to sound the alarm on America’s slipping foundations — and lay out his bold Project 2026 plan to revive our Republic. Big ideas, big energy, and a battle for our future. Don’t miss this Dugout!

Battle for the West: Has Antisemitism Come to Rhode Island? #InTheDugout – Oct 30, 2025

October 30, 2025/by Current Staff

Is Rhode Island becoming another front in the battle for Western values?Reports out of Smithfield High School claim that a Jewish student may have been the target of a violent, antisemitic hazing incident. But did it really happen — and if so, why are local officials so reluctant to act? Are Rhode Island’s schools still places of safety and truth, or have they become laboratories of political correctness where some students are protected and others are ignored?

Larry Gillheeney — Rhode Island’s Rising Leader for Freedom – #InTheDugout – October 07, 2025

October 7, 2025/by Current Staff

In this episode of In the Dugout, host Mike Stenhouse sits down with Larry Gillheeney, a respected voice for liberty and a driving force behind the Rhode Island Center for Freedom & Prosperity. Larry was recently recognized nationally with an award for his leadership and impact in advancing freedom and good governance. He joins Mike to talk about his work with the Ocean State Current, The Gaspee Project, and his ongoing efforts to empower Rhode Islanders to take back control from an overgrown state bureaucracy. Tune in for a thoughtful and inspiring conversation about leadership, vision, and the future of the liberty movement in Rhode Island.