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#681 | The Other Shoe Appears to Be Dropping! | The Political Spotlight

Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Brandon Rudd, & Kate Thornburg (The Political Spotlight) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 21:00:00 -0400

*BREAKING... right before going to air LIVE on this episode, a source provided Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey with the Special Prosecutor's Report to the Court in connection to the death of the child who was left in her father's truck on August 14, 2025. Bilbrey discussed this situation in episode 680. Bilbrey decided to cover the items already planned for this episode... but he does finish this episode by reading that report. For more details on that situation, please click the following link to episode 680: https://youtube.com/live/bEIMsKaGmS0 . . . *

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Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey is here to tell the world that the other shoe appears to be dropping!

That's right, the wait to find out whether John Coutinho, Director of the Delaware County Emergency Management Agency (EMA), knew what his wife, Meagan Coutinho, was up to while she was stealing nearly $209,000 from the Delaware County government, where she also worked as the Office Manager for the Delaware County Emergency Medical Services (EMS)... IS ALMOST OVER!

Sources close to the Delaware County government reported to Bilbrey today, Wednesday, June 10, 2026, that John Coutinho's time as EMA Director, on "paid leave" since Monday, March 23, 2026, will end during the upcoming Delaware County Commissioners meeting, which will take place at 9 a.m. on Monday, June 15, 2026.

But that's not it! Sources within the Indiana State Police have also stated that John's arrest could come at any time!

Needless to say, it feels as if the other shoe is dropping here!

Then Bilbrey turns his attention to the current "Acting" Mayor of Muncie, Mr. George-Jeff Howe. The recently appointed "Deputy" Mayor... and still the current Director of the Muncie Redevelopment Commission. The City of Muncie provided Bilbrey with the records he requested a couple of days ago... AND SOMETHING... JUST... DOES... NOT... FEEL... RIGHT!

Will this be the other shoe dropping here? Only time will tell!

This episode connects to episode 676. Click the following link to listen to that episode: https://youtube.com/live/oa9h375x6QM . . .

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VIDEO version of Ep 681: https://youtube.com/live/peN24gRaVfc

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#666 | The Episode From Hell! | The Political Spotlight

Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Brandon Rudd, & Kate Thornburg (The Political Spotlight) — Tue, 19 May 2026 21:00:00 -0400

Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey covers several bits and pieces of information about Muncie, Henry County, Knightstown, and beyond!

He's really feeling the pain from his broken ribs, which is fitting since this is the episode from hell - episode 666!

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VIDEO version of Ep 666: https://youtube.com/live/Af6xGDE8C1A

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#649 | Rachel Parham (R) Candidate for Henry County Clerk! | The Political Spotlight

Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Brandon Rudd, & Kate Thornburg (The Political Spotlight) — Sat, 25 Apr 2026 21:00:00 -0400

Join Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey as he welcomes Rachel Parham, a Republican candidate for Henry County Clerk, to the show.

Parham is a lifelong Henry County resident and currently serves as Chief Deputy Clerk of Courts in the Henry County Clerk's office, where she has worked for the past 10 years. She is now running for the office of the Henry County Clerk as a Republican.

Bilbrey and Parham discuss the campaign, Parham's views on Henry County's current state, and her plans for the Clerk's office if elected.

Connect with Parham on social media at the following links:

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61587571825915 . . .

BREAKING NEWS: During the candidate interview, we learned that a suspect attempted to enter the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner. President Trump and the First Lady, along with many others, were escorted out of the event by the Secret Service. One officer was shot; however, his Kevlar vest prevented serious injury, and one suspect was taken into custody! Click the following link for more coverage of the breaking news: https://youtu.be/Machv_TL0vM . . .

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VIDEO version of Ep 649: https://youtube.com/live/xl-sPOus1fE

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#622 | Public Perception: (PCR & MFD)! | The Political Spotlight

Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Brandon Rudd, & Kate Thornburg (The Political Spotlight) — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 21:00:00 -0400

This 622nd episode of 'The Political Spotlight' is going to be a BIG ONE! Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey welcomes contributing correspondent Rachel Clark to discuss "public perception" and the growing disconnect between local leadership and the community.

First, Bilbrey provides an update on a recent email he requested from the City of Muncie regarding communications between Mayor Dan Ridenour's Office and employees at Prairie Creek Reservoir. The email concerned the "perception" that PCR employees gave citizens when citizens complained about rate increases at the park. Even though the employees at PCR were "technically correct" in their responses to citizens, the Mayor's Office didn't want them to keep using that response.

What was that response, and why didn't the Mayor's Administration want it released? Bilbrey examines all of this and then provides a brief overview of the March 17, 2026, Muncie Parks Board meeting, sharing his frustrations with how it unfolded.

BUT THEN, BILBREY AND CLARK MOVE ON TO THE MAIN FOCUS OF THE EPISODE! THE BREAKING DEVELOPMENTS INVOLVING THE MUNCIE CITY FIRE DEPARTMENT!

This BREAKING NEWS surrounds the ongoing legal battle between MFD firefighter Troy Delaney and the department—widely referred to as the “cheating scandal”—which takes center stage as new information adds to mounting concerns about leadership, accountability, and the department’s ability to properly address critical internal issues. This is an issue not only for the Fire Department but also for the Mayor and his entire Administration.

As the situation evolves, Bilbrey and his team are investigating and working to bring transparency to issues affecting the Muncie community. DO NOT MISS THIS PROGRAM!

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VIDEO version of Ep 622: https://youtube.com/live/UyEolLxQR4s

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#601 | Change of Plans: We’ll Talk Filings Next Week & Sproles Now! | The Political Spotlight

Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Brandon Rudd, & Kate Thornburg (The Political Spotlight) — Fri, 06 Feb 2026 21:00:00 -0500

Join Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey for this special Friday night episode. The show was intended to explore the various filings for political office across the State of Indiana; however, an earlier snag made that impossible.

That said, Henry County Sheriff John Sproles never fails to offer himself as fodder for the show! Therefore, Bilbrey will cover the latest "Official Statement" from Sheriff Sproles and share his thoughts on it. Bilbrey also has a few other bits and pieces to toss out for the viewers' consumption.

While this won't be the show that was originally planned, it will definitely be one to watch!

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VIDEO version of Ep 601: https://youtube.com/live/I1rhC-VdD7Q

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#562 | The Doors of Participation: The Public Access Issue! | The Political Spotlight

Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Brandon Rudd, & Kate Thornburg (The Political Spotlight) — Fri, 21 Nov 2025 21:00:00 -0500

Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey and contributing correspondent Dr. Katherine Callahan are here on a very special Friday night episode to discuss a serious PUBLIC ACCESS CRISIS affecting Madison County, Indiana... and beyond!

From city council meetings to commissioners meetings, to election board meetings, and everything in between. It's just another symptom of the broader disease of BAD GOVERNANCE!

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VIDEO version of Ep 562: https://youtube.com/live/rdRwvCkHnYw

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#552 | The City of Muncie Finally Made the Paper! & 2025 Election Results! | The Political Spotlight

Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Brandon Rudd, & Kate Thornburg (The Political Spotlight) — Wed, 05 Nov 2025 21:00:00 -0500

Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey responds to an article in The Star Press about the recent Muncie City Council meeting held on Monday, November 3, 2025.

Bilbrey then discusses the results of the general election held on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, in various states across the country. Indiana was not among those states, as this is an off-year election. Indiana's election cycle will resume in January 2026. But can Hoosiers learn anything from the results elsewhere to help decide what might happen next year? Tune in and find out!

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VIDEO version of Ep 552: https://youtube.com/live/YAkIgpddlOM

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#534 | Dan Said, Nora Said! | The Political Spotlight

Kristopher H. Bilbrey, Brandon Rudd, & Kate Thornburg (The Political Spotlight) — Tue, 30 Sep 2025 21:00:00 -0400

Host Kristopher H. Bilbrey continues to examine the back-and-forth "he said, she said" between Muncie Mayor Dan Ridenour (R) and Muncie City Councilor Nora Powell (D) over the proposed 2026 budget process.

Bilbrey shares the latest emails exchanged between the two sides.

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VIDEO version of Ep 534: https://youtube.com/live/mJEL2amxSfg

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