In this episode of Unleashed, Heidi Ganahl sits down with election integrity expert and Colorado advocate Mark Cook for a wide-ranging conversation on election transparency, government accountability, and what citizens can do to restore trust in the electoral process.

Mark shares his journey into election integrity work following the 2020 election, explaining how his background in technology and data analysis led him to investigate election systems across the country. He discusses his concerns about centralized election administration, voting machines, mail-in ballots, chain of custody issues, and the growing disconnect between citizens and the systems designed to serve them.

The conversation also turns to Colorado, where Heidi and Mark reflect on efforts to investigate election irregularities, the challenges citizens face when seeking transparency, and why they believe public confidence in elections continues to erode. They discuss former Mesa County Clerk Tina Peters, Governor Jared Polis' decision to commute her sentence, and what that means for the broader election integrity movement in Colorado.

Mark also provides an update on his nationwide "hand count roadshow," where he travels state to state educating citizens on election systems, helping local groups understand election processes, and encouraging Americans to become more engaged in protecting election transparency.

Finally, Heidi and Mark discuss campaign finance concerns, including allegations of "smurfing" contributions, questions surrounding Colorado's upcoming governor's race, and the importance of voters demanding accountability from candidates of every political stripe.

Whether you agree with every conclusion or not, this episode dives into one of the most debated issues in American politics today: how do we ensure elections remain transparent, trustworthy, and accountable to the people?

🔥 Topics Covered

🔹 Election integrity and public trust in the voting process
🔹 Colorado's election system and ongoing transparency debates
🔹 The Tina Peters case and Governor Polis' commutation decision
🔹 Voting machines, mail ballots, and chain of custody concerns
🔹 The role of media in election-related reporting
🔹 Mark Cook's nationwide election integrity roadshow
🔹 Campaign finance questions and alleged "smurfing" contributions
🔹 The 2026 Colorado governor's race and what voters should watch for
🔹 Why citizen engagement matters more than ever

💥 Key Takeaways

✔️ Trust in elections requires transparency and accountability.

✔️ Citizens should be able to ask questions without being dismissed or attacked.

✔️ Election integrity is not a Republican or Democrat issue—it affects every voter.

✔️ Lasting change begins with informed citizens getting involved locally.

📍 Upcoming Event

Mark Cook will be joining Heidi Ganahl and dozens of other speakers at the Rocky Mountain Voice Freedom Festival on June 26-27, where election integrity, freedom, and citizen engagement will be front-and-center topics of discussion.

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In this episode of Unleashed, Heidi sits down with Nick from Big Timber Lodge for a candid conversation about the state of Colorado politics, the fight over the Second Amendment, illegal immigration, government overreach, and what grassroots conservatives must do to win back the state.

Nick shares how he unexpectedly became one of Colorado’s rising political voices after speaking out against Colorado’s sweeping gun control legislation, including SB25-003. What started as frustration over attacks on constitutional rights quickly turned into political activism, viral livestreams, and grassroots organizing efforts that helped pressure lawmakers and mobilize thousands of Coloradans.

The conversation dives deep into Colorado’s shifting population trends, the growing financial burden of illegal immigration programs, and the impact progressive policies are having on businesses, families, and longtime Colorado residents. Heidi and Nick also discuss the ongoing lawsuits against Colorado over gun restrictions—and why they believe federal courts may finally push back against the state’s aggressive anti-Second Amendment agenda.

But beyond the headlines, this episode focuses on something bigger:
👉 How everyday people can get involved locally and rebuild Colorado from the ground up.

From school boards to city councils to neighborhood organizing, Heidi and Nick make the case that real political change won’t come from one hero or one election—it will come from citizens stepping up in their own communities.

🔥 Topics Covered

🔹 Colorado’s controversial SB25-003 gun control law
🔹 The growing federal legal challenges against Colorado’s firearm restrictions
🔹 Why Nick believes Colorado is losing longtime residents
🔹 The financial impact of illegal immigration policies on Colorado taxpayers
🔹 Medicaid expansion, “Cover All Coloradans,” and healthcare costs
🔹 How grassroots activism pressured lawmakers during the legislative session
🔹 The importance of local involvement over national political drama
🔹 Why conservatives must stop infighting before the midterms
🔹 How Colorado can be rebuilt “one neighborhood at a time”

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📺 YouTube: Big Timber Lodge
🔫 Firearm channel: Big Timber Armory
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📩 Contact: BigTimberSociety@gmail.com

🎟 Don’t Miss Freedom Festival

Heidi and Nick will both be at the Rocky Mountain Voice Freedom Festival happening June 26–27, bringing together grassroots leaders, influencers, and patriots from across Colorado.

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In this powerful episode of Unleashed, Heidi sits down with Rich Guggenheim—Colorado whistleblower, policy expert, and candidate for State Senate District 25—for a candid conversation about corruption, accountability, and the fight for Colorado’s future.

Rich shares the inside story of his whistleblower case within the Colorado Department of Agriculture, where he raised concerns about the misuse of federal funds tied to DEI programs—and the retaliation he says followed.

From being placed under investigation to facing disciplinary hearings, Rich walks through what he describes as a coordinated effort to silence him—and why he refused to back down.

But this episode isn’t just about one case. It’s about a bigger issue:

👉 What happens when government agencies operate without accountability—and who steps up to expose it?

That question ultimately led Rich to run for office.

Now a candidate for State Senate, he’s taking his fight from inside the system to the ballot box, with a mission to expose waste, protect constitutional rights, and restore common sense to Colorado policy.

🔥 Topics Covered

🔹 Inside the Colorado whistleblower case and alleged retaliation
🔹 Concerns over misuse of federal funds and DEI programs
🔹 Transparency issues and failures to comply with public records requests
🔹 Why Rich decided to run for State Senate District 25
🔹 The importance of flipping the State Senate in Colorado
🔹 How grassroots support can overcome fundraising challenges
🔹 The problem with GOP infighting—and why it must stop
🔹 How to counter activist messaging with facts, logic, and discipline
🔹 The role of local engagement in changing Colorado’s political direction

📍 About the Race

Rich Guggenheim is running for Colorado State Senate District 25, covering parts of Northglenn, Westminster, Thornton, and Broomfield. His campaign is focused on:

✔️ Protecting constitutional rights
✔️ Strengthening TABOR and stopping government overreach
✔️ Making Colorado affordable again
✔️ Exposing waste, fraud, and abuse in state government

📲 Get Involved

💻 Donate or volunteer: richforsd25.com
📢 Follow Rich online for updates and whistleblower insights

✔️ Support grassroots candidates
✔️ Get involved in your local precinct
✔️ Share information and stay informed
✔️ Most importantly: VOTE

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