Christmas traditions around the globe range from delightful to strange and even frightening. We ask Professor Michael Foley about the odd origins of some of these familiar traditions, including the title of his book, “Why We Kiss under the Mistletoe.” Get the facts first with Morning Wire.

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President Trump presses on for a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine, a fraudulent daycare scheme adds to the scandals coming out of Minnesota, and multiple major cities tighten security for New Year’s Eve celebrations. Get the facts first with Morning Wire.

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Zelensky Visits Mar-A-Lago & Minnesota Daycare Fraud | 12.29.25 [Member Exclusive]

Does Christianity have the answers for a culture fixated on mental health? Dr. Greg Gifford of The Master’s University makes the case in a discussion with Daily Wire Culture Reporter Megan Basham, as well as in his book, “Lies My Therapist Told Me.” Get the facts first with Morning Wire.

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Why Therapy Can’t Heal the Soul: A Christian Case for Mind Renewal | 12.28.25 [Member Exclusive]

During President Trump’s first years back in the White House, we saw various wins for his administration. But, we also saw national movements of unrest against him, including No Kings rallies and democratic socialist political campaigns focused on thwarting his presidency. Where do we stand politically as we move into 2026? Paul Kengor, author and editor of the American Spectator, joins us to discuss that question. Get the facts first with Morning Wire.

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Ep. 2553

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Mobs, Messaging, and Midterms: What 2025 Revealed About The Left | 12.27.25 [Member Exclusive]

Actor Kelsey Grammer has been a fixture in American entertainment for decades, from his iconic roles in “Cheers” and “Frasier” to recent projects that reflect his personal convictions. In this episode, we speak to Grammer about his new film and how his Christian faith has shaped the roles he takes on. Get the facts first with Morning Wire.

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Ep. 2552

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Christmas Traditions Explained & A Very Morning Wire Christmas | 12.25.25 [Member Exclusive]

Kirk Cameron has pivoted from the big screen to the study, launching a children’s book publishing company and a kids’ show to elevate Christian content. Cameron joins us in the studio to dig into his new projects and the keys to cultural victory on faith and family. Get the facts first with Morning Wire.

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Faith and Family: Kirk Cameron’s Blueprint for Cultural Victory | 12.24.25 [Member Exclusive]

President Trump announces a new battleship fleet while clamping down on Venezuelan oil, a tangled web of schemes reveals even more fraud in Minnesota, and ballot-counting errors surface in a state that Joe Biden won by fewer than 12,000 votes. Get the facts first with Morning Wire.

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Trump Launches 'Golden Fleet' & Fulton County Concerns Confirmed | 12.23.25 [Member Exclusive]

A heavily-redacted Epstein document dump revives questions about his associates—including Bill Clinton, the U.S. wallops ISIS targets in Syria while the Venezuelan oil blockade continues, and TPUSA’s AmericaFest wraps with fireworks. Get the facts first with Morning Wire.

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Epstein Files Firestorm & U.S. Retaliation Strikes ISIS | 12.22.25 [Member Exclusive]

The FAA just announced a $12 billion overhaul of America’s air traffic control system, the largest aviation infrastructure upgrade in decades. In this episode of Morning Wire, Airlines for America CEO Chris Sununu explains what’s driving the changes, how outdated technology has strained the system, and what travelers can expect as modernization efforts roll out across the U.S. Get the facts first with Morning Wire.

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In recent years, detransitioners and desisters have become some of the most powerful voices challenging transgender medical treatment. In this special episode, father and son Gareth and Simon Amaya-Price share Simon’s journey from gender confusion to clarity, and why they’re speaking out to protect other kids from these harmful medical interventions. Get the facts first with Morning Wire.

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