On November 25, 2020, I was fortunate enough to speak with Norman, Oklahoma's mayor, Breea Clark. Due to the hectic-natured holiday season made all the more chaotic by the pandemic, the episode was lost deep within the Squawk archives. That is, until now. Finding the balance between public service and family, Mayor Clark has faced death threats, an impassioned recall campaign, radicalizing political strife and above all, waging the city's fight against Coronavirus.
While working in the Secret Service, Darin Kinder's life was put to risk, when the building directly across the street was attacked on September 11, 2001. In fact, Darin Kinder was helping people evacuate the World Trade Center and was inside the building just thirteen minutes before it collapsed. He shares a compelling testimony of what the tragic day entailed for him and reflects on the lessons it has taught him. Darin has been awarded the Secret Service's Medal of Valor for heroism and still works as a Secret Service agent. You can learn more about Darin's work and contact him at: The Valiant Ministries.com
Michele Rigby Assad worked in the Central Intelligence Agency for years, alongside her husband. She spent time undercover as an intelligence officer working in the agency's counterterrorism unit. Michele is also an acclaimed author. Her book, "Breaking Cover," includes stories from her time spent in the field, how personal faith guided her in even the most dire situations and much more.
Dr. Bob Blackburn is an accomplished author of the 26 books, revered historian, lecturer and Executive Director of the Oklahoma Historical Society. Bob announced his retirement plans earlier this year and Squawks about his plans for the future, successful career, today's necessity for understanding history, working with filmmaker Ken Burns and more.
Ruger Stocking is the newest member of the Squawk family and by no coincidence, just happens to be very engaging. In this Squawk, he debuts his own segment, The Ruger Report, which will be focusing on fascinating current events, unique concepts and a whole lot of Squawk. This Ruger Report highlights the work of renowned social psychologist and best-selling author, Jonathan Haidt.