In Episode 16 of The Know Buddies 757, we start in Trending with breaking developments surrounding ICE operations in Minnesota, sanctuary policies, and the growing political and media tensions surrounding immigration enforcement. We examine protest movements, media narratives, the role of leadership, and the serious public safety concerns raised by newly released information on violent offenders who remained in the country despite long-standing deportation orders. This segment explores accountability, national values, and why this moment matters for families and communities across the country.

In Life Unfiltered, we launch a new series: New Year, New You — The Power of Positive Thinking, beginning with Chapter One: Believe in Yourself. Jackie and Kashmir reflect on faith, mindset, emotional health, self-doubt, and how retraining our thoughts — through God’s Word and intentional practice — can transform confidence, peace, and long-term growth.

Over in Fan Zone, the conversation shifts to the NFL Divisional Playoffs and our reaction John Harbaugh’s firing, along with sports energy as the season reaches its most intense stretch.

And in Gummy Bears, Reddit chaos returns with the unforgettable question:

“I just found out my fiancé and I are related — what should I do?”

A story that delivers shock, humor, and classic internet madness to close out the show.

Real conversations. No spin. Always honest.

⏱️ Chapters

00:00 Intro

01:23 Trending — ICE in Minnesota & Sanctuary Failures

17:07 757 Living — KNOTTS Coffee (Worth the Bite)

18:38 Life Unfiltered — New Year, New You: Believe in Yourself

35:31 Fan Zone — NFL Divisional Playoffs & John Harbaugh

43:21 Gummy Bears — Reddit Chaos: “We’re Related”

01:02:44 Outro & Connect

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