323. Senator Mark Kelly. Trump Sells Out Ukraine. The Blitzkrieg is Here—Stay Frosty. Europe Can’t Count on US. Dear Canada: He Not Like Us. If This is How They Treat Vets. FK Elon Musk! Bonus March 2025? It’s Ft Benning Again. Weather The Storm.

Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff

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How do you know when it’s time to make your next big career move? With International Women’s Day around the corner, we are excited to feature Avni Patel Thompson, Founder and CEO of Milo. Avni is building technology that directly supports the often overlooked emotional and logistical labor that falls on parents—especially women. Milo is an AI assistant designed to help families manage that invisible load more efficiently. In this episode, Avni shares her journey from studying chemistry to holding leadership roles at global brands like Adidas and Starbucks, to launching her own ventures. She discusses how she approaches career transitions, the importance of unpleasant experiences, and why she’s focused on making everyday life easier for parents. [01:26] Avni's University Days and Early Career [04:36] Non-Linear Career Paths [05:16] Pursuing Steep Learning Curves [11:51] Entrepreneurship and Safety Nets [15:22] Lived Experiences and Milo [19:55] Avni’s In Her Ellement Moment [20:03] Reflections Links: Avni Patel Thompson on LinkedIn Suchi Srinivasan on LinkedIn Kamila Rakhimova on LinkedIn Ipsos report on the future of parenting About In Her Ellement: In Her Ellement highlights the women and allies leading the charge in digital, business, and technology innovation. Through engaging conversations, the podcast explores their journeys—celebrating successes and acknowledging the balance between work and family. Most importantly, it asks: when was the moment you realized you hadn’t just arrived—you were truly in your element? About The Hosts: Suchi Srinivasan is an expert in AI and digital transformation. Originally from India, her career includes roles at trailblazing organizations like Bell Labs and Microsoft. In 2011, she co-founded the Cleanweb Hackathon, a global initiative driving IT-powered climate solutions with over 10,000 members across 25+ countries. She also advises Women in Cloud, aiming to create $1B in economic opportunities for women entrepreneurs by 2030. Kamila Rakhimova is a fintech leader whose journey took her from Tajikistan to the U.S., where she built a career on her own terms. Leveraging her English proficiency and international relations expertise, she discovered the power of microfinance and moved to the U.S., eventually leading Amazon's Alexa Fund to support underrepresented founders. Subscribe to In Her Ellement on your podcast app of choice to hear meaningful conversations with women in digital, business, and technology.…

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And a powerful guest that brings an honorable and clear voice to all of it. He’s a Navy combat veteran, former fighter pilot, former Astronaut, and senior Senator from Arizona, Mark Kelly. He’s a Democrat. But he doesn’t sound like other Democrats. And he’s hitting back hard on Elon Musk’s plan for space, Trump’s selling out of Ukraine, DOGE’s new focus on firing vets and more. Maybe most importantly, he’s a respectful and respected leader that our kids can look up. He’s also the guy our host, Paul Rieckhoff, suggested Kamala Harris pick for VP if she wanted to capture more independent voters.

And he’s finally here on Independent Americans.

Be sure to check it out on our YouTube page here.

Every episode of Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff breaks down the most important news stories–and offers light to contrast the heat of other politics and news shows. It’s content for the 49% of Americans that proudly call themselves independent. Always with a unique focus on national security, foreign affairs and military and veterans issues. Independent content for independent Americans. In these trying times especially, Independent Americans is your trusted place for independent news, politics, inspiration and hope. The podcast that helps you stay ahead of the curve–and stay vigilant.

-Get extra content, connect with guests, attend exclusive events, get merch discounts and support this critical show that speaks truth to power by joining our IA community on Patreon.

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323. Senator Mark Kelly. Trump Sells Out Ukraine. The Blitzkrieg is Here—Stay Frosty. Europe Can’t Count on US. Dear Canada: He Not Like Us. If This is How They Treat Vets. FK Elon Musk! Bonus March 2025? It’s Ft Benning Again. Weather The Storm.

Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff

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And he’s finally here on Independent Americans.

Be sure to check it out on our YouTube page here.

-Get extra content, connect with guests, attend exclusive events, get merch discounts and support this critical show that speaks truth to power by joining our IA community on Patreon.

-NEW! Watch the video version of the entire podcast here.

-Find us on social media and www.IndependentAmericans.us. Where you can also get some very cool IA merch.

-Check out Paul’s piece from last year on why Kelly would have attracted independent voters for the Democrats on their ticket for President.

-Wanna advertise on the show and support the independent movement? Hit us up!

-Also check out new episodes of other Righteous Media podcasts including the B Dorm Podcast, The Firefighters Podcast with Rob Serra and Uncle Montel - The OG of Weed.

Independent Americans is powered by Righteous Media. Righteous is an independent, American, Veteran-owned and led content company.

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324. Commander Scott Kelly. Musk Called His Brother a Traitor. The Brothers Hit Back. Choose Your Fighter: Elon vs Kelly x2. SpaceX’s Big “Rescue” Mission. Trump Wants Zelensky Out. More Vets Fired.… 1:03:34

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They’ve faced some of the most extreme challenges human beings have ever faced. They’ve gone through trainings that are specifically designed to make people fail–and they succeeded. They’ve watched the sun rise from the stratosphere and have spent more time in outer space than most people spend outside. And now they’re being attacked by a deranged billionaire. For bravely visiting Ukraine to get a first hand assessment of the situation. In last week’s episode you heard from Navy vet, Astronaut and Arizona Senator Mark Kelly. Immediately after appearing on the podcast, he and his brother and fellow American hero, Scott courageously went to Ukraine to show American support. Even as Trump pulled our intelligence sharing and blasted Zelensky. It was a dangerous and historic trip that created a huge political fight and a roar of reactions. And now you can hear about all of it in our EXCLUSIVE interview with American hero, Navy vet and legendary NASA Commander Scott Kelly. Hear what it’s like on the ground in Ukraine, what it’s like in space, and what it’s like to be called a traitor by the world’s richest man. And hear what the non-political Kelly brother thinks about politics–and why he’s an independent American. It’s another high impact episode you can’t afford to miss. Host Paul Rieckhoff is bringing the heat, as he rips through all of the latest national security headlines. From DOGE’s attacks on veterans, to teachers being next up in the crosshairs, to March Madness basketball, when times are as crazy as these, you can’t afford to miss a minute. Be sure to check it out on our YouTube page here . -Get extra content, connect with guests, attend exclusive events, get merch discounts and support this critical show that speaks truth to power by joining our IA community on Patreon . - NEW! Watch the video version of the entire podcast here. - Watch Paul’s conversation on Instagram with fellow veteran and former Transportation Secretary, Pete Buttigieg . -Find us on social media and www.IndependentAmericans.us . Where you can also get some very cool IA merch in time for Easter, Mother’s Day or Father’s Day. - Check out Paul’s written piece from last year on why Senator Mark Kelly would have attracted independent voters for the Democrats on their ticket for President . -Wanna advertise on the show and support the independent movement? Hit us up ! -Also check out new episodes of other Righteous Media podcasts including the B Dorm Podcast , The Firefighters Podcast with Rob Serra and Uncle Montel - The OG of Weed . Independent Americans is powered by Righteous Media . Righteous is an independent, American, Veteran-owned and led content company. Ways to listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0F1lzdRbTB0XYen8kyEqXe Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff/id1457899667 Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/49a684c3-68e1-4a85-8d93-d95027a8ec64/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff TuneIn Radio: https://tunein.com/podcasts/News--Politics-Podcasts/Independent-Americans-p1214607/ Ways to watch: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@independentamericans Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ Social channels: X/Twitter: https://x.com/indy_americans BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/indyamericans.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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323. Senator Mark Kelly. Trump Sells Out Ukraine. The Blitzkrieg is Here—Stay Frosty. Europe Can’t Count on US. Dear Canada: He Not Like Us. If This is How They Treat Vets. FK Elon Musk! Bonus March… 1:00:45

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This is the real March Madness. Donald Trump has continued to disgrace America—underscored most vividly by his White House meeting with Zelensky last week. And in the tumultuous days of betrayal that have followed. And it’s been one crazy hit after another from fights with Canada to the firing of veterans nationwide. While the Democrats continue to scramble and scatter. As your newsfeed overflows, and your stomach turns, we’re here to help you prioritize, analyze and make sense of it. Cutting through the partisan chatter and cable news monotony. With a cool-headed, no BS view of all the chaos. And a powerful guest that brings an honorable and clear voice to all of it. He’s a Navy combat veteran, former fighter pilot, former Astronaut, and senior Senator from Arizona, Mark Kelly. He’s a Democrat. But he doesn’t sound like other Democrats. And he’s hitting back hard on Elon Musk’s plan for space, Trump’s selling out of Ukraine, DOGE’s new focus on firing vets and more. Maybe most importantly, he’s a respectful and respected leader that our kids can look up. He’s also the guy our host, Paul Rieckhoff, suggested Kamala Harris pick for VP if she wanted to capture more independent voters. And he’s finally here on Independent Americans. Be sure to check it out on our YouTube page here . Every episode of Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff breaks down the most important news stories–and offers light to contrast the heat of other politics and news shows. It’s content for the 49% of Americans that proudly call themselves independent. Always with a unique focus on national security, foreign affairs and military and veterans issues. Independent content for independent Americans. In these trying times especially, Independent Americans is your trusted place for independent news, politics, inspiration and hope. The podcast that helps you stay ahead of the curve–and stay vigilant. -Get extra content, connect with guests, attend exclusive events, get merch discounts and support this critical show that speaks truth to power by joining our IA community on Patreon . - NEW! Watch the video version of the entire podcast here. -Find us on social media and www.IndependentAmericans.us . Where you can also get some very cool IA merch. - Check out Paul’s piece from last year on why Kelly would have attracted independent voters for the Democrats on their ticket for President . -Wanna advertise on the show and support the independent movement? Hit us up ! -Also check out new episodes of other Righteous Media podcasts including the B Dorm Podcast , The Firefighters Podcast with Rob Serra and Uncle Montel - The OG of Weed . Independent Americans is powered by Righteous Media . Righteous is an independent, American, Veteran-owned and led content company. Ways to listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0F1lzdRbTB0XYen8kyEqXe Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff/id1457899667 Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/49a684c3-68e1-4a85-8d93-d95027a8ec64/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff TuneIn Radio: https://tunein.com/podcasts/News--Politics-Podcasts/Independent-Americans-p1214607/ Ways to watch: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@independentamericans Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ Social channels: X/Twitter: https://x.com/indy_americans BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/indyamericans.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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322. Adam Kinzinger. The DoD Purge is Here. General CQ Brown is Out. Are The Purged The New Resistance? Patel: Another Disgusting Confirmation. Dems Get No Take-Back on Collins at VA. Veterans Cuts… 1:11:43

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March isn’t even here yet and we have already had more madness than the country can handle. From DOGE’s cuts to government services to Trump’s random brain farts masking as ideas, to Kash Patel being sworn in as the head of the FBI, there is a lot to be angry about and there are a lot of villains to be angry at. But there are also heroes that will arise. Heroes like the Kelly brothers, the famous astronaut twins who are now locked in battle with Elon who can’t seem to make enough money or people mad. It’s a ridiculous time in Washington and it will only get worse. And Paul’s digging into all of it. And our guest this episode is another hero that is stepping up. A man who put it all on the line for his country and sacrificed a successful career in Congress to stand up against Trump and to do what was required of him. He might be a former Congressman, but Adam Kinzinger made a massive impact in his time in Congress and he showed the world what integrity and commitment to country over part really looks like. And now that Trump is back in office he’s back on the show for a fourth time—and he’s got a few thoughts to share. And, he’ll show us his tattoo! It’s another epic conversation that you can’t get anywhere else. Welcome to Independent Americans. Check out Adam’s previous appearances: Episode 194 - Oct. 17, 2022 Episode 159 - March 10, 2022 Episode 149 - January 13, 2022 All of them are excellent. -Get extra content, connect with guests, attend exclusive events, get merch discounts and support this critical show that speaks truth to power by joining our IA community on Patreon . - Watch video of Paul and Adam’s conversation here on our YouTube channel. - NEW! Watch the video version of the entire podcast here. - Check out Adam’s Substack here. - Check out Country First and the great work they’re doing here. -Find us on social media and www.IndependentAmericans.us . Where you can also get some very cool IA merch. -Wanna advertise on the show and support the independent movement? Hit us up ! -Also check out new episodes of other Righteous Media podcasts including the B Dorm Podcast , The Firefighters Podcast with Rob Serra and Uncle Montel - The OG of Weed . Independent Americans is powered by Righteous Media . Righteous is an independent, American, Veteran-owned and led content company. Ways to listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0F1lzdRbTB0XYen8kyEqXe Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff/id1457899667 Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/49a684c3-68e1-4a85-8d93-d95027a8ec64/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff TuneIn Radio: https://tunein.com/podcasts/News--Politics-Podcasts/Independent-Americans-p1214607/ Ways to watch: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@independentamericans Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ Social channels: X/Twitter: https://x.com/indy_americans BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/indyamericans.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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321. Governor Wes Moore. Can This Young Governor Save Us? Musk Cuts The 9/11 Health Registry. Trump’s Victim Shaming Zelensky. VP Lightweight. Vance & Hegseth Wrong on Ukraine: They Not Like Us. RFK… 1:16:03

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It’s been one month of Trump 2.0. One month of drama. One month of chaos. One month of pain. And Trump continues to roll unimpeded. The Democrats have put up little to no resistance and there are no saviors in sight. But we’ve got a glimmer of hope. A leader who could emerge as the one to take the helm and restore honor (and sanity) to the office. Maybe one day soon. We’ve got Maryland Governor Wes Moore back on the show for the fourth time—and for an exclusive one-on-one that’s the kind of frank and honest deep dive you can’t get anywhere else. Our host, Paul Rieckhoff and Governor Moore go way back. And they’re not holding back. This one is special. And it’s the perfect time for it. It’s a candid conversation between two friends about what it’s like to lead when the world is on fire. And who can lead us out of that fire. And how you can help. Every episode of Independent Americans breaks down the most important news stories–and offers light to contrast the heat of other politics and news shows. In these trying times especially, Independent Americans is your trusted place for independent news, politics, inspiration and hope. Stay vigilant, America. Check out the past Wes Moore appearances: Episode 10 - June 6, 2019 • Episode 105 - March 11, 2021 • Episode 212 - March 2, 2023 All of them are excellent. -Get extra content, connect with guests, attend exclusive events, get merch discounts and support this critical show that speaks truth to power by joining our IA community on Patreon . - Watch video of Paul and Wes’s conversation here on our YouTube channel. - NEW! Watch the video version of the entire podcast here. -Find us on social media and www.IndependentAmericans.us . Where you can also get some very cool IA merch. -Wanna advertise on the show and support the independent movement? Hit us up ! -Also check out new episodes of other Righteous Media podcasts including the B Dorm Podcast , The Firefighters Podcast with Rob Serra and Uncle Montel - The OG of Weed . Independent Americans is powered by Righteous Media . Righteous is an independent, American, Veteran-owned and led content company. Ways to listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0F1lzdRbTB0XYen8kyEqXe Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff/id1457899667 Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/49a684c3-68e1-4a85-8d93-d95027a8ec64/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff TuneIn Radio: https://tunein.com/podcasts/News--Politics-Podcasts/Independent-Americans-p1214607/ Ways to watch: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@independentamericans Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ Social channels: X/Twitter: https://x.com/indy_americans BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/indyamericans.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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320. Bob Kerrey. Trump Abandons Ukraine. Gabbard is Confirmed. Trump Guts USAID. Hegseth Bans Books at DoD Schools, Attacks Press. Heroism is Not Efficient. CFPB Under Attack. WTF, Fetterman. Mayor… 1:07:33

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Happy Valentine’s Day, America. Tulsi Gabbard is confirmed, Elon Musk is ransacking our government, the FBI is being purged, Trump and Hegseth are abandoning Ukraine. And Putin is coming to visit America. What a great time for our enemies. The doors are wide open for them everywhere. Putin must be smiling from ear to ear. We really need that upside down American flag emoji right about now. And we also need truly patriotic, candid, courageous and unafraid voices of reason. And we’ve got one of the best. Bob Kerrey ( @KerreyBob ) is a Navy SEAL Vietnam Veteran, Medal of Honor Recipient, former Governor and Senator from Nebraska, member of The 9/11 Commission and constant voice of conscience for America. Lots of people talk tough. Bob Kerrey’s lived tough. And he’s not holding back on Elon Musk, Trump, Pete Hegseth, Tulsi Gabbard and what we’re facing as a nation. He’s got advice for Democrats on how to connect with real Americans and explains why he went against his own party to support Independent Navy Veteran Dan Osborn for Senate last year in Nebraska. He also shares his heroic journey of overcoming adversity, having part of his leg amputated, why he chooses happiness every day and what it’s like to have a Navy ship named after him. He’s a brilliant, honest, funny and inspiring American hero. And this is an episode you’re not gonna wanna miss. Every episode of Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff breaks down the most important news stories–and offers light to contrast the heat of other politics and news shows. It’s content for the 49% of Americans that proudly call themselves independent. Always with a unique focus on national security, foreign affairs and military and veterans issues. Independent content for independent Americans. In these trying times especially, Independent Americans is your trusted place for independent news, politics, inspiration and hope. The podcast that helps you stay ahead of the curve–and stay vigilant. Be sure to check out the show now on our YouTube page here . - Watch the full conversation here . -Join the movement. Sign up to get our regular breakdowns of the independent news you need to know. - Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power. -Check the hashtag #LookForTheHelpers . And share yours. -Find us on social media or www.IndependentAmericans.us . And get a cool, new IA hoodie sweatshirt just in time for the start of the cold season . -Check out other Righteous podcasts like The Firefighters Podcast with Rob Serra , Uncle Montel - The OG of Weed and B Dorm . Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media . America’s next great independent media company. Ways to listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0F1lzdRbTB0XYen8kyEqXe Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff/id1457899667 Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/49a684c3-68e1-4a85-8d93-d95027a8ec64/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff TuneIn Radio: https://tunein.com/podcasts/News--Politics-Podcasts/Independent-Americans-p1214607/ Ways to watch: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@independentamericans Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ Social channels: X/Twitter: https://x.com/indy_americans BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/indyamericans.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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319. Asha Rangappa. This is Flooding the Zone. Don’t Comply in Advance. How an FBI Background Check Works. CARLA F. BAD. Super Bowl Security. A Radical VA Sec Confirmed. Another J6 Criminal Dies.… 1:11:17

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Whew. This week is what Trump flooding the zone really looks like. He’s throwing political flash-bang after political flash-bang. And everyone feels unbalanced and like they have whiplash. While his opponents are overwhelmed, disorganized, leaderless and demoralized. While he continues to gather more and more levers of power. And gain even more momentum. This is political shock and awe. And it’s working. Because the Democrats are nowhere to be found. They’re old and lost and powerless to stop Trump and his hoard from doing whatever they want. Powerless to stop themselves from appointing radical election deniers like new VA Secretary Doug Collins to cabinet positions. That’s right. 22 Democrat senators voted along with the Republicans to put Collins in charge of the VA. They won’t save you. They can’t even save themselves. But don’t despair fully. Because we’re gonna help you rise above the flood and look upstream to what’s next. Especially around the FBI—which is now under political attack from Trump, Musk and the extreme right. And Asha Rangappa ( @AshaRangappa_ ) is our guest. A true American badass, she is an Assistant Dean and Senior Lecturer at Yale University’s Jackson School of Global Affairs and a former Associate Dean at Yale Law School is back. She served as a Special Agent in the New York Division of the FBI, specializing in counterintelligence investigations. Her work involved assessing threats to national security, conducting classified investigations on suspected foreign agents, and performing undercover work. She’s the perfect guest to break it all down to get you caught up and up to speed on all things Trump, national security and FBI. She gives her straight and often sobering assessment of the situation ahead and how and when it will unfold. While also taking you through what’s actually involved in an FBI background, how many agents worked on the Jan 6 investigation and how the FBI has its hands full this weekend with the Super Bowl. It’s a lot. But we’ll cut through it fast and fiercely. Every episode of Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff breaks down the most important news stories–and offers light to contrast the heat of other politics and news shows. It’s content for the 49% of Americans that proudly call themselves independent. Always with a unique focus on national security, foreign affairs and military and veterans issues. Independent content for independent Americans. In these trying times especially, Independent Americans is your trusted place for independent news, politics, inspiration and hope. The podcast that helps you stay ahead of the curve–and stay vigilant. Past appearances: Episode 267 and Episode 225 . Be sure to check out the show now on our YouTube page here . - Watch the full conversation here . -Join the movement. Sign up to get our regular breakdowns of the independent news you need to know. - Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power. -Find us on social media or www.IndependentAmericans.us . And get a cool, new IA hoodie sweatshirt just in time for the start of the cold season . Ways to listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0F1lzdRbTB0XYen8kyEqXe Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff/id1457899667 Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/49a684c3-68e1-4a85-8d93-d95027a8ec64/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff TuneIn Radio: https://tunein.com/podcasts/News--Politics-Podcasts/Independent-Americans-p1214607/ Ways to watch: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@independentamericans Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ Social channels: X/Twitter: https://x.com/indy_americans BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/indyamericans.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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318. Dan Lamothe. Hegseth is Confirmed. J6 Insurrections Go Free & Commit Crimes. Trump’s Hiring Freeze Slams Vets at VA. 82nd and 10th Mtn Troops to the Border. Hamas Releases More Hostages. Trump… 1:16:11

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This is what blowing things up looks like. Radical, damaging and confusing for millions. With so much unnecessary stress on regular Americans. This is what chaos looks like. This is what mayhem looks like. This is what Trump 2.0 looks like. As the country struggles to grapple with the chaotic transition your host Paul Rieckhoff rips into all of it. From Pete Hegseth’s confirmation and the lack of resistance from the Democrats to the next on the chopping block, resident kook RFK Jr. and his antivax nonsense. None of it is normal and none of it makes us safer. And with the military and the pentagon squarely in the crosshairs, we’ve got the perfect guest to help break it all down. The Washington Post ’s Dan Lamothe ( @DanLamothe ) is one of the best military and Pentagon reporters in America. He has written about the US Armed Forces for more than a decade, traveling extensively, embedding with each service, and covering combat in Afghanistan numerous times. He’s a voice of clarity in the turbulent times and this conversation will leave you smarter, better informed and there’s no spin, no agenda, no bullshit. Every episode of Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff breaks down the most important news stories–and offers light to contrast the heat of other politics and news shows. It’s content for the 49% of Americans that proudly call themselves independent. Always with a unique focus on national security, foreign affairs and military and veterans issues. Independent content for independent Americans. In these trying times especially, Independent Americans is your trusted place for independent news, politics, inspiration and hope. The podcast that helps you stay ahead of the curve–and stay vigilant. Past appearances by Dan Lamothe: Episode 96 , Episode 154 , Episode 185 , Episode 206 , and Episode 245 Be sure to check out the show now on our YouTube page here . - Watch the full episode here . -Join the movement. Sign up to get our regular breakdowns of the independent news you need to know. - Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power. -Check the hashtag #LookForTheHelpers . And share yours. -Find us on social media or www.IndependentAmericans.us . And get a cool, new IA hoodie sweatshirt just in time for the start of the cold season . -Check out other Righteous podcasts like The Firefighters Podcast with Rob Serra , Uncle Montel - The OG of Weed and B Dorm . Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media . America’s next great independent media company. Ways to listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0F1lzdRbTB0XYen8kyEqXe Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff/id1457899667 Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/49a684c3-68e1-4a85-8d93-d95027a8ec64/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff TuneIn Radio: https://tunein.com/podcasts/News--Politics-Podcasts/Independent-Americans-p1214607/ Ways to watch: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@independentamericans Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ Social channels: X/Twitter: https://x.com/indy_americans BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/indyamericans.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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317. Trump 2.0 Is Here. President Mayhem is Back. 1600 Pardons for Insurrectionists. 1500 Troops to the Border. TikTok Should be Banned. Biden Says Goodbye. New Hegseth Allegations. Independents Hit… 27:45

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He’s President now. Again. And he’s wasting no time. With national security and the debate over the Hegseth nomination for Secretary of Defense front and center, this show is rising to meet this trying and perilous moment. In the hard-hitting and independent way that defines this show. Our Paul Rieckhoff has decades of experience in many related areas and is gonna take you through it all fast and fiercely. And, dig into the TikTok ban, Trump sending active duty troops to the border, and a huge weekend of NFL playoffs coming up. It's a 30 minute download of all the things you need to know, without the corporate and partisan spin, and with a healthy dose of good patriotism and a dash of inspiration. It’s tough, smart and real. Be sure to check out the show now on our YouTube page here . Every episode of Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff breaks down the most important news stories–and offers light to contrast the heat of other politics and news shows. It’s content for the 49% of Americans that proudly call themselves independent. Always with a unique focus on national security, foreign affairs and military and veterans issues. Independent content for independent Americans. In these trying times especially, Independent Americans is your trusted place for independent news, politics, inspiration and hope. The podcast that helps you stay ahead of the curve–and stay vigilant. - Watch the full episode here. -Join the movement. Sign up to get our regular breakdowns of the independent news you need to know. - Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power. -Check the hashtag #LookForTheHelpers . And share yours. -Find us on social media or www.IndependentAmericans.us . And get a cool, new IA hoodie sweatshirt just in time for the start of the cold season . -Check out other Righteous podcasts like The Firefighters Podcast with Rob Serra , Uncle Montel - The OG of Weed and B Dorm . Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media . America’s next great independent media company. Ways to listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0F1lzdRbTB0XYen8kyEqXe Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff/id1457899667 Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/49a684c3-68e1-4a85-8d93-d95027a8ec64/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff TuneIn Radio: https://tunein.com/podcasts/News--Politics-Podcasts/Independent-Americans-p1214607/ Ways to watch: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@independentamericans Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ Social channels: X/Twitter: https://x.com/indy_americans BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/indyamericans.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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316. Kevin Baron. Hegseth Grossly Rolls On. The Critical Defense Questions That Weren’t Asked. The Trump Steamroller Is Accelerating. The Democrats Will Not Save You. Congestion Pricing Is Working,… 1:03:22

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It’s been a massive, cold and painful week. And he hasn’t even been inaugurated yet. We’re hurtling towards more and more massive and painful weeks. And massive impacts. And this week the most consequential news revolved around the hearings for SECDEF and the cowardice of Republican Senators and their inability to stand up to Trump and deny Pete Hegseth. But the other party continues to be weak and feckless and sucks in its own unique ways. The Democrats put up a paltry attack. Again. They got rolled. Again. And now it looks as if Hegseth is inevitable and has set the tone for a January of bizarro world cabinet nominees and Trump momentum. None of it is normal, none of it is acceptable and none of it is preordained. But the Democrats continue to lose. Lose power, lose control, lose the narrative, and lose whatever semblance of cohesion they had. It’s time to stop investing in failure, America. The parties are the problem, and independents like you can be an important part of the solution. Leave the herds. Declare your independence. And watch or listen up. Rieckhoff’s got your weekly dose. And another awesome, smart and unique guest. Kevin Baron is a highly experienced Pentagon and defense reporter with decades of experience in and around the Defense Department and almost a dozen Defense Secretaries. He’s seen em all, and been part of the press corps that traveled with them around the world. He was the founding Executive Editor of Defense One, and a national security staff writer for National Journal , and a reporter for Stars and Stripes , the Boston Globe Washington bureau, and the Center for Public Integrity . If you haven’t seen it yet, we’ve changed our format and we’ve now got full video episodes available on our YouTube page here . While you’re there, like it, subscribe. All the stuff. You know what to do. - WATCH video of Paul and Kevin’s conversation on our YouTube channel. -Join the movement. Sign up to get our regular breakdowns of the independent news you need to know. - Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power. -Check the hashtag #LookForTheHelpers . And share yours. -Find us on social media or www.IndependentAmericans.us . And get a cool, new IA hoodie sweatshirt just in time for the start of the cold season . -Check out other Righteous podcasts like The Firefighters Podcast with Rob Serra , Uncle Montel - The OG of Weed and B Dorm . Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media . America’s next great independent media company. Ways to listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0F1lzdRbTB0XYen8kyEqXe Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff/id1457899667 Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/49a684c3-68e1-4a85-8d93-d95027a8ec64/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff TuneIn Radio: https://tunein.com/podcasts/News--Politics-Podcasts/Independent-Americans-p1214607/ Ways to watch: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@independentamericans Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ Social channels: X/Twitter: https://x.com/indy_americans BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/indyamericans.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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315. California is Burning. And America is on Fire. The Country Braces for Trump. Congress is Sworn In. Zuckerberg Bends the Knee. Hegseth Hearings Loom. CFB and NFL Playoff Picks. 19:01

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The New Year is here. And the world is on fire. Trump is headed back to Washington and you better believe the next few months are going to be as wild of a time as we’ve seen in years. And that’s saying something. But the new year is a time for resolutions and your host Paul Rieckhoff has an idea for one for Biden or Trump or both of them together. Create a call for firefighters to help with the growing threat of wildfires we face every year. It’s an opportunity to create jobs, unify the country and solve a critical need that knows no party. And that’s the kind of mission we can get behind. And we’ve got our own new year’s resolution this year. We’re dropping a couple pounds and switching up formats. We’re keeping the episodes a little tighter, a little shorter and a lot more video(ier). Be sure to check it out on our YouTube page here . Every episode of Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff breaks down the most important news stories–and offers light to contrast the heat of other politics and news shows. It’s content for the 49% of Americans that proudly call themselves independent. Always with a unique focus on national security, foreign affairs and military and veterans issues. Independent content for independent Americans. In these trying times especially, Independent Americans is your trusted place for independent news, politics, inspiration and hope. The podcast that helps you stay ahead of the curve–and stay vigilant. -Join the movement. Sign up to get our regular breakdowns of the independent news you need to know. - Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power. -Check the hashtag #LookForTheHelpers . And share yours. -Find us on social media or www.IndependentAmericans.us . And get a cool, new IA hoodie sweatshirt just in time for the start of the cold season . -Check out other Righteous podcasts like The Firefighters Podcast with Rob Serra , Uncle Montel - The OG of Weed and B Dorm . Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media . America’s next great independent media company. Ways to listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0F1lzdRbTB0XYen8kyEqXe Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff/id1457899667 Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/49a684c3-68e1-4a85-8d93-d95027a8ec64/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff TuneIn Radio: https://tunein.com/podcasts/News--Politics-Podcasts/Independent-Americans-p1214607/ Ways to watch: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@independentamericans Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ Social channels: X/Twitter: https://x.com/indy_americans BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/indyamericans.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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314. Scott Galloway Replay. A Look Back at Prof G’s Predictions for 2024. The United States vs Itself. Young People Being Left Behind. Reinvest in the Middle Class. 45:39

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2025 is here and we’re still on break. 2024 was a rough one and we needed to catch up on rest after a historically hectic year. And we’re sure 2025 is going to be just as crazy so we thought it would be fun to see how last year’s first guest of the year did with their predictions for 2024. He’s fan favorite Prof G, Scott Galloway ( @ProfGalloway ). He’s a guest who isn’t afraid to make bold predictions and now you get a chance to grade the professor. This was his second appearance ( Episode 261 - January 11, 2024 ) after joining host Paul Rieckhoff ( @PaulRieckhoff ) for Episode 192 back on Oct. 13, 2022 . It’s a fun look back at a look forward, and Prof G always brings interesting insight to discussion on politics, the economy and America’s outlook on America. This one holds up. We hope you enjoy it. Every episode of Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff breaks down the most important news stories–and offers light to contrast the heat of other politics and news shows. It’s content for the 49% of Americans that proudly call themselves independent. Always with a unique focus on national security, foreign affairs and military and veterans issues. Independent content for independent Americans. In these trying times especially, Independent Americans is your trusted place for independent news, politics, inspiration and hope. The podcast that helps you stay ahead of the curve–and stay vigilant. -WATCH video of Paul and Scott’s conversation. -Join the movement. Sign up to get our regular breakdowns of the independent news you need to know. - Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power. -Check the hashtag #LookForTheHelpers . And share yours. -Find us on social media or www.IndependentAmericans.us . And get a cool, new IA hoodie sweatshirt just in time for the start of the cold season . -Check out other Righteous podcasts like The Firefighters Podcast with Rob Serra , Uncle Montel - The OG of Weed and B Dorm . Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media . America’s next great independent media company. Ways to listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0F1lzdRbTB0XYen8kyEqXe Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff/id1457899667 Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/49a684c3-68e1-4a85-8d93-d95027a8ec64/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff TuneIn Radio: https://tunein.com/podcasts/News--Politics-Podcasts/Independent-Americans-p1214607/ Ways to watch: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@independentamericans Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ Social channels: X/Twitter: https://x.com/indy_americans BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/indyamericans.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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313. Ken Burns Replay. The Master Documentarian on Extremism in America, Ukraine, The Importance of The Midterms, Doing a Film on Iraq & Afghanistan, His Dog Chester. 35:18

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The holidays are here and we’re taking a much needed break, but we wanted to leave you one more holiday gift before we left. It’s a special episode from our archives and it’s one that means a lot to us. We’re rewinding things all of the way back to fall of 2022, right before the midterms. It was a time when we needed to hear a voice of reason. Someone to ground us. To calm us all down with some sobering reality. Some history. Some perspective. And some wisdom. Ken Burns ( @KenBurns ) is a truly important, inspiring and iconic American who is shaping what America has been, what it is, and what it will be. He is an exceptionally wise, insightful and trusted leader. A man who understands history--and the historic nature of the times. He’s the visionary mastermind behind the greatest stories of our country—of our people–of our history—and of our future. The Civil War (1990), Baseball (1994), Jazz (2001), The War (2007), The National Parks: America's Best Idea (2009), Prohibition (2011), The Roosevelts (2014), The Vietnam War (2017), and Country Music , and now, The US and the Holocaust –a new six-and-half-hour documentary directed and produced by Ken Burns and his longtime partners Lynn Novick and Sarah Botstein. They describe it as a deep dive into "America's response to one of the greatest humanitarian crises in history." He’s also the author of the new book, Our America : A Photographic History . He’s a historian. He’s a documentarian. He’s a master storyteller. He’s a patriot. He’s our mirror. And he’s a conscience for us all. Have a great holiday and we’ll be back next week with another great look back before we return in 2025 with all new episodes. Every episode of Independent Americans hosted by author, activist and social entrepreneur Paul Rieckhoff ( @PaulRieckhoff ) is the truth beyond the headlines–and light to contrast the heat of other politics and news shows. It’s content for the 42% of Americans that proudly call themselves independent. And delivers the Righteous Media 5 Is: independence, integrity, information, inspiration and impact. Always with a unique focus on national security, foreign affairs and military and veterans issues. This is another pod to help you stay vigilant. Because vigilance is the price of democracy. In these trying times especially, Independent Americans will continue to be your trusted place for independent news, politics, inspiration and hope. - Join the movement. Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power. - WATCH video of Paul and Ken’s conversation here. -Check the hashtag #LookForTheHelpers . And share yours. -Find us on social media or www.IndependentAmericans.us . And get cool IA and Righteous hats, t-shirts and other merch . -Check out other Righteous podcasts like The Firefighters Podcast with Rob Serra , Uncle Montel - The OG of Weed and B Dorm . Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media . America’s next great independent media company. Ways to listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0F1lzdRbTB0XYen8kyEqXe Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff/id1457899667 Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/49a684c3-68e1-4a85-8d93-d95027a8ec64/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff TuneIn Radio: https://tunein.com/podcasts/News--Politics-Podcasts/Independent-Americans-p1214607/ Ways to watch: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@independentamericans Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ Social channels: X/Twitter: https://x.com/indy_americans BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/indyamericans.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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312. Jason Alexander. Fifth Annual Festivus Episode!! Drone Madness. Tuberville Doubles Down On Dumb. Daniel Penny & Elon Musk Visit Army Navy. Democrats Fumble Another One. Elf on the Shelf… 1:39:47

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The holidays are here and for long-time listeners, that means one thing and one thing only. The legend! The iconic actor who played George Constanza on Seinfeld--friend of this show—conscience for America—and American icon: Jason Alexander ( @IJasonAlexander ) is back for his annual Festivus visit and it’s every bit as epic as you’ve come to expect! Yes, friends, FESTIVUS is back! A Festivus for the rest of us. And this year Jason is bringing a bag full of goodies to help you navigate the turbulent times 2025 is certain to bring. It’s a perfect way to wrap up 2024 and a great listen for you and your whole family as you head over the river and through the woods. 2024 has been a crazy year. And 2025 will be no different. But we’re bringing light not heat and we’re bringing the conversations you want and the news you need. Every guest on this show has shaped America’s past, is impacting America’s present, and is driving America’s future. And Jason continues to help us understand ourselves, our past, and our future. He is of course best known for his role as George Costanza in maybe the greatest television series of all time, Seinfeld . He was nominated for seven Primetime Emmy Awards and three Golden Globe Awards . He won a Tony Award . And he’s a truly inspiring, fascinating and entertaining man. And Paul is breaking down drone madness, the “debate” over vaccines, the Army Navy game political post-game review, the defense bill nobody’s paying attention to, and the trials of a parent playing Elf on the Shelf! Skip the cable news and partisan spin and get your weekly dose of independent vigilance. Every episode is the truth beyond the headlines–and light to contrast the heat of other politics and news shows. It’s content for the 51% of Americans that proudly call themselves independent. And delivers the Righteous Media 5 Is: independence, integrity, information, inspiration and impact. Independent Americans is your trusted place for independent news, politics, inspiration and hope. Previous Jason Alexander Festivus appearances: December 28, 2023 - Episode 259 December 19, 2019 - Episode 38 December 18, 2020 - Episode 90 Dec. 15, 2022 - Episode 201 -Learn more about Independent Veterans of America and reach out if you’re interested in running in 2025 or 2026. - WATCH video of Paul and Jason’s conversation on our YouTube channel. - Join the movement. Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra exclusive content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power. -Check the hashtag #LookForTheHelpers . And share yours. -Find us on social media or www.IndependentAmericans.us . And get cool IA hats, t-shirts and other merch . -Check out other Righteous podcasts like The Firefighters Podcast with Rob Serra , Uncle Montel - The OG of Weed and B Dorm . Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media . Ways to listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0F1lzdRbTB0XYen8kyEqXe Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff/id1457899667 Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/49a684c3-68e1-4a85-8d93-d95027a8ec64/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff TuneIn Radio: https://tunein.com/podcasts/News--Politics-Podcasts/Independent-Americans-p1214607/ Ways to watch: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@independentamericans Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ Social channels: X/Twitter: https://x.com/indy_americans BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/indyamericans.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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311. Leo Shane III. The Legendary Military Times Reporter on Hegseth’s History and Rocky Nomination. Collins for VA Secretary—Who Is This Guy? Assad Goes Down. Musk and Ramaswamy Wanna Cut All Vets… 1:22:01

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Leo Shane III ( @LeoShane ) understands the intersection of politics and the military better than almost anybody. He’s covered Capitol Hill and the White House bureau chief for the Military Times for 20 years and has countless awards for his commitment to his craft and tireless dedication and outstanding reporting. He’s an inspiring journalist who has stood alongside veterans for decades as an ally and truth teller. His reporting has led to reforms for how the military deals with journalists and he has shown light in places where light was sorely needed. He’s here to break it all down with your host, Paul Rieckhoff, and it’s another wild week of national security news. From the arrest of the United Healthcare CEO’s shooter to the acquittal of Daniel Penny in New York it’s been a wild ride and we’re hitting all of it with the no holds barred style you’ve come to expect. It’s a dose of reality the cable news spin machine doesn’t want you to hear and you can only get it here. Skip the cable news and partisan spin and get your weekly dose of independent vigilance. Every episode is the truth beyond the headlines–and light to contrast the heat of other politics and news shows. It’s content for the 51% of Americans that proudly call themselves independent. And delivers the Righteous Media 5 Is: independence, integrity, information, inspiration and impact. Independent Americans is your trusted place for independent news, politics, inspiration and hope. -Learn more about Independent Veterans of America and reach out if you’re interested in running in 2025 or 2026. - WATCH video of Paul and Leo’s conversation on our YouTube channel. - Support the family of Eddy Schrank by making a donation here. - Eddy Schrank’s obituary. - Eddy singing the National Anthem. - Join the movement. Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra exclusive content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power. -Check the hashtag #LookForTheHelpers . And share yours. -Find us on social media or www.IndependentAmericans.us . And get cool IA hats, t-shirts and other merch . -Check out other Righteous podcasts like The Firefighters Podcast with Rob Serra , Uncle Montel - The OG of Weed and B Dorm . Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media . Ways to listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0F1lzdRbTB0XYen8kyEqXe Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff/id1457899667 Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/49a684c3-68e1-4a85-8d93-d95027a8ec64/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff TuneIn Radio: https://tunein.com/podcasts/News--Politics-Podcasts/Independent-Americans-p1214607/ Ways to watch: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@independentamericans Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ Social channels: X/Twitter: https://x.com/indy_americans BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/indyamericans.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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310. Sebastian Junger. Hegseth’s Mom Pushes Back. Biden Pardons Hunter. Dems Are Ridiculous. Of Course Trump’s Sec of the Navy Never Served. The Economist Wants to Cut Vets Benefits. Russia Steals… 1:17:20

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December has already been crazy. But it may feel like the calm before the storm once we get to January. With less than 60 days until Trump’s inauguration, the news, chaos and controversy is taking no holiday break. And we’ve got the perfect returning guest to help us make sense of all of it. And anticipate what may come next. Best-selling author Sebastian Junger is a powerful, thoughtful and trusted conscience for America. His books and films explore the heart of our past, present and future. From The Perfect Storm , to War , to Tribe , to Freedom , to Restrepo , to his newest, In My Time of Dying , Sebastian Junger explores what it means to be American and his key takeaways from the election. With our nation divided as a crossroads, his wisdom-filled voice is invaluable to all Americans–and especially to independents. Sebastian reacts to Trump’s cabinet nominees, rips into why he thinks the Democrats and Harris failed, and takes us behind the scenes of an appearance on The Joe Rogan Experience . It’s a raw, insightful and important conversation you don’t wanna miss. And our host, Paul Rieckhoff, pulls no punches–per usual. Before the conversation with Sebastian, he independently digs into the latest controversial Trump nominations, shares below-the-radar news from the battlefields of Ukraine and Syria, analyzes the crumbling nomination of Pete Hegseth for Secretary of Defense, and highlights the one Senator that might be key. He also updates us on the squeaker of a final race called this week featuring an Independent Veterans of America -endorsed candidate. And, finally he reflects on this extremely unusual holiday and shares a new favorite family film. Skip the cable news and partisan spin and get your weekly dose of independent vigilance. Every episode is the truth beyond the headlines–and light to contrast the heat of other politics and news shows. It’s content for the 51% of Americans that proudly call themselves independent. And delivers the Righteous Media 5 Is: independence, integrity, information, inspiration and impact. Independent Americans is your trusted place for independent news, politics, inspiration and hope. Previous Sebastian Junger appearances: Episode 116 - May 27, 2021 Episode 207 - January 6, 2023 Episode 250 - November 9, 2023 -Learn more about Independent Veterans of America and reach out if you’re interested in running in 2025 or 2026. - WATCH video of Paul and Sebastian’s conversation on our YouTube channel. - Join the movement. Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra exclusive content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power. -Check the hashtag #LookForTheHelpers . And share yours. -Find us on social media or www.IndependentAmericans.us . And get cool IA hats, t-shirts and other merch . -Check out other Righteous podcasts like The Firefighters Podcast with Rob Serra , Uncle Montel - The OG of Weed and B Dorm . Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media . Ways to listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0F1lzdRbTB0XYen8kyEqXe Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff/id1457899667 Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/49a684c3-68e1-4a85-8d93-d95027a8ec64/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff TuneIn Radio: https://tunein.com/podcasts/News--Politics-Podcasts/Independent-Americans-p1214607/ Ways to watch: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@independentamericans Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ Social channels: X/Twitter: https://x.com/indy_americans BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/indyamericans.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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