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In this episode of America's Founding Series, Professor Nick Giordano uncovers the forgotten story of Tench Coxe, the hidden economic architect who helped secure America's independence. From his unlikely transformation from Loyalist sympathizer to patriot strategist, to his fierce push for American manufacturing, to his powerful defense of the right to keep and bear arms, Coxe shaped the foundations of the nation far more than history remembers. His warnings about foreign economic dependence and the loss of individual self-reliance speak directly to the challenges America faces today. This compelling narrative brings Coxe's influence to life and shows why his ideas are essential for understanding the past and protecting our future. Episode Highlights: How Tench Coxe helped build the economic backbone that allowed the United States to survive and thrive Coxe's powerful defense of the Second Amendment and the role of an armed citizenry Why Coxe's warnings about dependency and national weakness are more relevant than ever today   📲 Subscribe, listen, and share The P.A.S. Report Podcast to stay informed on the latest political issues shaping America.  Timestamps 00:52 The Struggles of the Continental Army 02:22 The Awakening of Tench Cox 05:51 Cox's Vision for Economic Independence 08:46 Cox's Fight Against Slavery 11:16 Cox and Hamilton: Building America's Economy 13:29 The Right to Bear Arms: Cox's Perspective 16:33 Cox's Legacy and Lessons for Today 🔔 Subscribe for More: 📖 Sign up for The P.A.S. Report newsletter at https://pasreport.com 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform! Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport Share this episode and join the conversation!

Professor Nicholas Giordano sits down with Mary Theroux, editor of Beyond Homeless: Good Intentions, Bad Outcomes, Transformative Solutions, to expose why billions in government spending have failed to reduce homelessness and how Housing First policies often make the crisis worse. This episode breaks down the astronomical waste, the abysmal return on investment, and the rise of the homelessness industrial complex that thrives as conditions deteriorate. Mary explains why many nonprofits become corrupt when tied to endless government funding, why people sometimes die at higher rates in permanent supportive housing, and why purpose and agency matter far more than free housing. The conversation highlights successful, proven alternatives like Haven for Hope, the dangers of open-air drug markets, the collapse of mental health systems, and the urgent need for community involvement and real accountability. This is a must-listen episode for anyone who wants real solutions to one of America's most devastating problems. Episode Highlights Why massive government spending and Housing First policies have failed and can make homelessness worse How the homelessness industrial complex and corrupt nonprofits profit from crisis while outcomes decline Proven solutions like Haven for Hope and why purpose, accountability, and community involvement are essential to real recovery   📲 Subscribe, listen, and share The P.A.S. Report Podcast to stay informed on the latest political issues shaping America.  Timestamps 00:52 The Homelessness Crisis 01:10 The Ineffectiveness of Current Spending on Homelessness 05:55 The Homelessness Industrial Complex 10:16 The Importance of Purpose in Recovery 12:58 Successful Models for Addressing Homelessness 17:26 Addressing Those Who Cannot Be Reintegration 20:37 The Need for Balance in Mental Health Care 23:08 Open-Air Drug Markets and Public Safety 27:50 The Role of Government and Political Will   🔔 Subscribe for More: 📖 Sign up for The P.A.S. Report newsletter at https://pasreport.com 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform!   Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport   Share this episode and join the conversation!  

In Part 2 of A New Contract With America, Professor Nick Giordano delivers a hard-hitting breakdown of two issues Washington refuses to touch. He exposes the truth about Social Security and Medicare insolvency and lays out real conservative solutions that protect every senior while empowering future generations with wealth and independence. He then turns to immigration and dismantles the myths surrounding border security. Professor Giordano explains how to permanently end illegal immigration and build a simplified, merit based legal system that strengthens America instead of weakening it. This episode continues the blueprint for restoring national sovereignty, fiscal responsibility, and the American spirit. Episode Highlights How to save Social Security and Medicare from collapse without cutting benefits for current retirees. The permanent immigration reforms needed to secure the border and build a merit-based legal system that serves America's interests. Why real reform requires courage, truth, and a new vision for American strength and self-reliance. 📲 Subscribe, listen, and share The P.A.S. Report Podcast to stay informed on the latest political issues shaping America.  Timestamps 00:52 Audience Engagement 01:16 Critique of Political Blindness 07:18 The Need for Accountability in Governance 09:00 Addressing Social Security and Medicare Reform 25:06 Immigration Policy and Border Security 38:14 Connecting the Dots: A Vision for America   🔔 Subscribe for More: 📖 Sign up for The P.A.S. Report newsletter at https://pasreport.com 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform!   Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport   Share this episode and join the conversation!

In this episode of America's Founding Series, Professor Nick Giordano uncovers the remarkable and little-known story of Luther Martin, the fiery Anti-Federalist who fiercely opposed the rise of big government and warned that centralized power would one day overwhelm the states and the people. From his blistering four-hour speech at the Constitutional Convention to his battle for a Bill of Rights and his dramatic defense of Aaron Burr, Martin's forgotten fight for limited government reads like a prophecy for America today. This gripping narrative reveals why his warnings matter more than ever and how his dissent shaped the very foundations of our Republic. Episode Highlights The Four-Hour Speech That Changed Everything: How Luther Martin confronted Madison, Hamilton, and the Virginia Plan and forced the Great Compromise. A Forgotten Warning Come True: Martin's predictions about centralized power, federal overreach, and the administrative state that mirror America's challenges today. The Bulldog of Liberty: From the Constitutional Convention to the Aaron Burr treason trial, the dramatic story of a patriot who refused to be silenced. 📲 Subscribe, listen, and share The P.A.S. Report Podcast to stay informed on the latest political issues shaping America.  Timestamps 00:52 The Rise of Big Government and Its Warnings 02:43 Introducing Luther Martin: The Forgotten Patriot 05:26 Luther Martin's Early Life and Legal Career 07:35 Martin's Views on Government and Power 08:59 The Constitutional Convention: Martin's Opposition 10:48 The Legendary Speech Against Centralization 12:13 The Great Compromise and Martin's Dissent 14:57 Martin's Legacy and the Bill of Rights 16:44 Lessons from Luther Martin's Life 🔔 Subscribe for More: 📖 Sign up for The P.A.S. Report newsletter at https://pasreport.com 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform! Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport Share this episode and join the conversation!

In this episode of The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Giordano sits down with Steve McGuire of the American Council of Trustees and Alumni to expose the catastrophic collapse in academic preparedness across America's education system. Using UC San Diego's alarming new data showing freshmen unable to add single digit numbers, round to the nearest hundred, or subtract fractions, this episode examines how decades of lowered standards, ideological distractions, and exploding education spending have produced a generation unprepared for college or citizenship. Nick and Steve break down why taxpayers spend more than $1.5 trillion a year on education with worse results than ever, why there is no public outrage, and what reforms are urgently needed to restore competence, knowledge, and real accountability.   Episode Highlights UC San Diego's data reveal a nationwide academic collapse and the dangers of lowering standards How more than $1.5 trillion in annual education spending produces catastrophic results with no accountability What ACTA sees behind the scenes and the reforms needed to rescue American education   📲 Subscribe, listen, and share The P.A.S. Report Podcast to stay informed on the latest political issues shaping America.  Timestamps 00:52 The Campus Freedom Initiative 02:46 The State of Higher Education Confidence 04:12 K-12 Education and Its Impact on Higher Education 09:24 Failures in the Classroom 10:14 The Need for Curriculum Reform 13:38 Outrage Over Educational Spending 18:14 The Role of DEI in Education 21:04 Mentorship in Higher Education 25:03 The Future of Mid-Tier Colleges   🔔 Subscribe for More: 📖 Sign up for The P.A.S. Report newsletter at https://pasreport.com 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform!   Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport Share this episode and join the conversation!

In this powerful episode of The P.A.S. Report, Professor Nick Giordano unveils a New Contract with America that delivers real, practical, conservative solutions to the problems facing the country. Professor Giordano cuts through the political noise and presents a clear blueprint to end government weaponization, eliminate waste and fraud, restore federalism, reduce dependency, lower healthcare costs, and fix the failing education system. These are not gimmicks or recycled talking points. They are common-sense reforms rooted in the Founders' vision of limited government and personal responsibility. The best part is that these solutions don't cost taxpayers a thing, and actually saves tax dollars. This episode challenges the status quo, exposes how big government fuels national decline, and shows how quickly America can be strengthened when power is restored to the people.   Episode Highlights A government that works for the people by dismantling political weaponization, restoring accountability, and reasserting constitutional oversight. Realistic reforms that cut waste, strengthen federalism, reduce welfare dependency, lower healthcare costs, and empower families and workers. A bold plan to rebuild American competence through civics, real-life skills, merit-based advancement, and financial literacy that prepares students for adulthood. 📲 Subscribe, listen, and share The P.A.S. Report Podcast to stay informed on the latest political issues shaping America.    Timestamps 00:52 The PAS Report and Its Purpose 01:52 The Need for Solutions in Politics 04:34 Government Accountability and Reform 11:24 Addressing Waste, Fraud, and Abuse 19:07 Restoring Federalism and State Sovereignty 24:20 Empowering Individuals and Breaking Dependency 27:08 Pathways Out of Dependency 31:43 Reforming Healthcare for Affordability 40:00 Revamping the Education System 51:11 A New Contract with America   🔔 Subscribe for More: 📖 Sign up for The P.A.S. Report newsletter at https://pasreport.com 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform!   Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport Share this episode and join the conversation!  

Discover the forgotten origins of Thanksgiving during the American Revolution as Professor Nick Giordano reveals how George Washington and the Continental Congress used national days of thanksgiving to strengthen a struggling nation. Far from the modern holiday of feasts and football, Thanksgiving in the Revolution was an act of resilience, unity, and survival, declared in the darkest moments of war. It's easy to give thanks when everything is going well. It's much more difficult to be thankful in times of despair. This powerful episode uncovers the wartime proclamations after Saratoga, Washington's Valley Forge orders, and the first national Thanksgiving in 1789, connecting the Founders' belief in gratitude to the challenges America faces today. A perfect Thanksgiving listen for anyone who wants to understand the real story behind one of America's most enduring traditions. Episode Highlights How Washington and the Continental Congress created wartime Thanksgivings during the Revolution, including the 1777 proclamation following the victory at Saratoga The raw, vivid reality of Valley Forge and why Washington insisted on thanksgiving and prayer during the most desperate winter of the war How Washington's 1789 national proclamation shaped the American tradition of Thanksgiving and why its message still matters today   📲 Subscribe, listen, and share The P.A.S. Report Podcast to stay informed on the latest political issues shaping America.  Timestamps 00:52 Thanksgiving: A Reflection on American Resilience 01:45 It Wasn't Just About Breaking Bread Between Pilgrims and Indians 04:45 Thanksgiving After the Battle of Saratoga 05:42 George Washington and the Civic Duty of Thanksgiving 06:30 Thanksgiving At Valley Forge One of the Darkest Moments in the American Revolution 10:51 The Evolution of Thanksgiving: From Revolution to National Holiday 12:35 Why Thanksgiving Matters Today 🔔 Subscribe for More: 📖 Sign up for The P.A.S. Report newsletter at https://pasreport.com 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform! Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport Share this episode and join the conversation!

In this episode of The P.A.S. Report, Professor Nick Giordano exposes the rapid rise of Democratic Socialism in the United States following the victories of Zohran Mamdani and Seattle's Katie Wilson, breaking down why this movement is gaining momentum and what it truly means for America. Professor Giordano reveals how millions of voters, especially younger Americans, are embracing socialism, only to be sold a lie that promises Scandinavian welfare but delivers Venezuelan control.  He breaks down how the Democratic Socialist platform calls for public ownership of industry, government control of major institutions, and the abolition of capitalism according to their own documents. This episode delivers a clear warning, a deep dive into the DSA and Green New Deal agenda, and why Republicans ignore this movement at their own peril. Episode Highlights A breakdown of why Democratic Socialism is rapidly expanding and why the victories of Mamdani and Wilson signal a national ideological shift. A detailed examination of the Democratic Socialist platform, including calls for government control of production, media, housing, education, and the abolition of capitalism. A compelling analysis of how America's cultural, economic, and educational decline created fertile ground for socialist ideology, and what conservatives must do to counter it.   📲 Subscribe, listen, and share The P.A.S. Report Podcast to stay informed on the latest political issues shaping America.  Timestamps 00:52 The Rise of Socialism 03:56 Understanding the Shift in American Ideology 09:22 The Impact of Education and Economic Realities 14:21 The Emotional Appeal of Socialism 19:42 The Democratic Socialist Agenda 30:26 The Dangers of Democratic Socialism 44:07 The Path Forward for Conservatives   🔔 Subscribe for More: 📖 Sign up for The P.A.S. Report newsletter at https://pasreport.com 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform!   Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport Share this episode and join the conversation!

In this bonus episode of The P.A.S. Report, Nicholas Giordano joins Mark Young on the Blunt Force Truth Podcast for an unfiltered conversation about the long, catastrophic history of socialism and why it has never succeeded anywhere it has taken root. They break down the rising socialist movement in America, the dangerous implications of New York City's political shift, and what the election of a radical like Mamdani means for the nation. From failing policies to the fallout for ordinary citizens, this episode exposes how socialism destroys prosperity, erodes freedom, and threatens the future of the United States. If you want to understand where the country is headed, and what it will take to stop the slide, this is the episode you need to hear.   🔔 Subscribe for More: 📖 Sign up for The P.A.S. Report newsletter at https://pasreport.com 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform!   Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport Share this episode and join the conversation!

In this America's Founding Series episode of The P.A.S. Report, Professor Nick Giordano tells the incredible true story of Samuel Whittemore, the nearly 79-year-old farmer and veteran who stood alone against British forces during the retreat from Lexington and Concord. With nothing but a musket, two pistols, and a sword, Whittemore launched a one-man assault against the world's most powerful army, surviving a shot to the face and thirteen bayonet wounds to live another eighteen years. His astonishing courage reveals the forgotten spirit of self-reliance, resilience, and civic duty that fueled the American Revolution and stands in stark contrast to today's growing culture of government dependency. This gripping, historically accurate narrative brings to life a forgotten patriot whose story embodies American grit and the timeless fight for liberty. Episode Highlights The dramatic, minute-by-minute story of Samuel Whittemore's one-man stand against the British Army during the retreat from Lexington and Concord. How Whittemore's survival, despite being shot in the face and bayoneted thirteen times, became a symbol of early American grit, courage, and self-reliance. Why Whittemore's example reveals the difference between a nation built by independent citizens and a society consumed by government dependency. 📲 Subscribe, listen, and share The P.A.S. Report Podcast to stay informed on the latest political issues shaping America.  Timestamps 00:52 The Forgotten Patriots: Samuel Whittemore's Stand 06:34 The Grit and Determination of Samuel Whittemore 10:15 Lessons from Whittemore: Self-Reliance and Civic Courage 11:00 Dependency on Government Can Erode Personal Liberty. 12:01 Resilience is Key to Overcoming Adversity. 12:45 The American Revolution Was Fought By Ordinary Citizens. 13:10 Whittemore's Legacy Challenges Us to Act When Liberty Calls.   🔔 Subscribe for More: 📖 Sign up for The P.A.S. Report newsletter at https://pasreport.com 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform!   Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport Share this episode and join the conversation!

In this episode of The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Nick Giordano speaks with Gloria Giorno, founder of the Reagan Society and author of Outcast: How the Radical Left Tried to Destroy a Young Conservative, to expose the growing challenges facing young conservatives in America. From the indoctrination embedded in modern education to the dangerous influence of socialism, AI, and social media, Gloria details her own experiences with political targeting and explains why the cultural environment is more hostile than ever. Together, they break down how the cultural rot, why conservatives have grown complacent, and what must be done to restore civic engagement, teach history accurately, and protect the freedoms that define America. Episode Highlights  How indoctrination and AI threaten education, critical thinking, and future generations Gloria's personal stories of political targeting and what they reveal about modern America Why conservative unity, civic engagement, and active voting are essential for preserving freedom 📲 Subscribe, listen, and share The P.A.S. Report Podcast to stay informed on the latest political issues shaping America.  Timestamps 00:52 The Current State of Conservatism 03:41 The Threat of AI and Indoctrination 08:53 Personal Stories of Political Targeting 15:03 Understanding Freedom vs. Communism 18:42 Engaging the Next Generation of Conservatives 24:59 The Importance of Civic Engagement 🔔 Subscribe for More: 📖 Sign up for The P.A.S. Report newsletter at https://pasreport.com 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform! Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport Share this episode and join the conversation! SUPPORT OUR ADVERTISERS: Live Stronger. Feel Better. Move Easier. Visit https://getnativepath.com/PAS and Discover why thousands of people are turning to NativePath Collagen Peptides to support joint health, mobility, and independence.

America is becoming a nation built on government dependency rather than self reliance, and the shutdown exposed just how deep the crisis goes. In this episode, Professor Nick Giordano breaks down the explosive growth of entitlement programs, the expansion of Medicaid, SNAP, Section 8, and ACA subsidies, and the hidden mechanics of how millions of illegal immigrants access public benefits through household eligibility rules and state funded programs. He exposes the fraud, waste, and abuse costing taxpayers billions, and connects it to the catastrophic failures of a one point four trillion dollar education system that produces students who cannot read, write, or understand their own country. This episode challenges everything you think you know about freedom, responsibility, and the future of America, and explains why a dependent people cannot remain a free people. Episode Highlights How entitlement programs evolved into a massive dependency scheme that now reaches 127 million people The truth about mixed status households, imported dependency, and the real cost of illegal immigration to taxpayers Why a $1.4 trillion education system is failing and how this failure fuels long term government dependence   📲 Subscribe, listen, and share The P.A.S. Report Podcast to stay informed on the latest political issues shaping America.  Timestamps 00:52 The Government Shutdown: A Political Theater 03:11 Dependency on Government: A Growing Concern 06:00 The Rise of Entitlement Programs 08:48 The Impact of Dependency on Society 12:01 The Evolution of Welfare Programs 14:57 Fraud and Abuse in Entitlement Programs 17:45 The Role of Immigration in Dependency 21:07 Education Crisis and Its Consequences 23:50 The Future of American Freedom 29:54 A Call for Self-Reliance   🔔 Subscribe for More: 📖 Sign up for The P.A.S. Report newsletter at https://pasreport.com 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform!   Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport   Share this episode and join the conversation!

In this bonus episode, Professor Nicholas Giordano joins The American Radicals Podcast hosted by FBI whistleblower Steve Friend for a powerful conversation on the rise of bureaucratic power in America. Professor Giordano breaks down how federal agencies have expanded far beyond their constitutional limits, how Congress routinely fails to provide real oversight, and how the deep state uses vague laws and political theater to protect itself. The discussion exposes the consequences of unchecked federal law enforcement, the dangers of labeling ordinary citizens as threats, and the urgent need to reform the system with real accountability, transparency, and the power of the purse. Episode Highlights How federal agencies grew into an unaccountable power center that the founding fathers warned us about. Why Congress refuses to challenge abusive agencies and how the Patriot Act opened the door to mass surveillance. What real reform looks like, including sunsetting agencies, limiting authority, and ending qualified immunity for federal agents.   📲 Subscribe, listen, and share The P.A.S. Report Podcast to stay informed on the latest political issues shaping America.  Timestamps 00:52 The American Radicals Podcast 02:36 The Deep State's Threat to Congress 06:34 Options for Federal Law Enforcement Reform 12:36 Historical Context of Bureaucratic Abuse 18:54 The Role of Politicians in Bureaucratic Power 25:01 Legal Justifications for Bureaucratic Actions 30:48 Language and Terminology in Government Documents 33:35 The Influence of Extremism in Society 40:31 The Role of Government and Authoritarianism 43:56 Power of the Purse: Defunding Abusive Agencies 49:35 Justifying Agency Existence and Transparency 55:00 Reforming Bureaucracy and Qualified Immunity   🔔 Subscribe for More: 📖 Sign up for The P.A.S. Report newsletter at https://pasreport.com 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform!   Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport Share this episode and join the conversation!

In this episode of America's Founding Series on The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano tells the riveting story of Pelatiah Webster, the clergyman-turned-economist, who saw America's future more clearly than anyone of his time. As the young republic teetered on collapse in 1781, Webster's bold vision for limited government, sound money, and individual enterprise laid the groundwork for the U.S. Constitution and the free-market system that built the nation. His warnings about inflation, dependency, and centralized control echo today as socialism and big-government promises sweep through modern politics.   Episode Highlights How Pelatiah Webster's 1781 blueprint inspired Madison and Hamilton and helped shape the U.S. Constitution. Why Webster's fight against debt, inflation, and dependency remains a direct warning to today's socialist and big-government movements. What Webster taught about freedom and property rights and why capitalism, not government control and socialism, is the true guardian of liberty. 📲 Subscribe, listen, and share The P.A.S. Report Podcast to stay informed on the latest political issues shaping America.  Timestamps 00:52 The Rise of Big Government and Socialism 02:50 Economic Collapse and the Articles of Confederation 05:12 Webster's Vision for a Limited Government 08:07 The Connection Between Economics and Liberty 10:23 Warnings Against Government Dependency 12:41 The Legacy of Webster and the Constitution   🔔 Subscribe for More: 📖 Sign up for The P.A.S. Report newsletter at https://pasreport.com 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform!   Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport Share this episode and join the conversation!

In this episode of The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano sits down with Zeek Arkham to dissect the radical transformation of New York City under a Mayor Mamdani administration. They examine how socialist policies, a decline law enforcement morale, and blind party loyalty will drive the city toward chaos. From the erosion of education standards to the growing exodus of residents, Professor Giordano and Arkham reveal how ideology is replacing common sense and what it means for the future of urban America. Episode Highlights: Zeek Arkham and Professor Giordano expose how Mamdani's socialist agenda threatens NYC's safety, economy, and schools. Discussion on voter loyalty and the "vote blue no matter who" mentality that enables poor leadership. How the collapse of law enforcement morale and the removal of gifted programs will accelerate the city's decline.   📲 Subscribe, listen, and share The P.A.S. Report Podcast to stay informed on the latest political issues shaping America.  Timestamps 00:52 Is It Time to Escape From New York 01:50 Voters Voted Against Law and Order 03:30 Exodus From the NYPD 08:48 Socialist Policies and Their Implications 18:33 Mindset of Voters in Progressive Cities 27:07 Future of New York Politics   🔔 Subscribe for More: 📖 Sign up for The P.A.S. Report newsletter at https://pasreport.com 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform!   Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport Share this episode and join the conversation!

Democrats swept the November elections in New York City, New Jersey, and Virginia, but beneath the headlines lies a deeper story about the increasing warning signs for both the Democratic Party and Republican Party. In this episode, Professor Nick Giordano breaks down why Republicans keep surrendering in certain areas, how voters continue to reward failure, and why Democrats should be careful what they wish for as progressives like Zohran Mamdani tighten their grip on the party. From the GOP's lack of fight to the Left's ideological takeover, this episode exposes what these election results reveal about America's political decay and what it means for the future. Episode Highlights: Democrats dominate in NYC, NJ, and VA  Why apathy and surrender have become the GOP's biggest weaknesses, and the warning signs for the Republican Party How progressives have hijacked the Democratic Party and what it means for America's future as New York City begins to embark on its socialist experiment 📲 Subscribe, listen, and share The P.A.S. Report Podcast to stay informed on the latest political issues shaping America.    Timestamps 00:52 Election Disappointment and Analysis 02:30 The GOP's Embarrassment in New York City 07:10 What is Going on in New Jersey 09:53 The Virginia Slide 11:25 Jay Jones Won. Really!? 12:02 Republican Party's Structural Issues 16:15 Democrats Vote on Emotion, Not Logic 26:41 The Rise of Democratic Socialism 35:21 The Future of American Politics   🔔 Subscribe for More: 📖 Sign up for The P.A.S. Report newsletter at https://pasreport.com 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform!   Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport   Share this episode and join the conversation!

At the darkest hour of the American Revolution, the Continental Army was freezing, starving, and on the verge of collapse, until a Prussian officer named Baron von Steuben arrived at Valley Forge. Armed with discipline, grit, and a belief in liberty, von Steuben transformed a ragtag band of soldiers into a professional fighting force. In this episode of America's Founding Series, part of The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano tells the riveting story of how one foreigner's dedication to standards and sacrifice helped forge the spirit of American resilience that still defines the nation today. Episode Highlights Discover how Baron von Steuben's military discipline saved the Revolution and reshaped the Continental Army. Explore the power of grit and perseverance that built America—and why those values matter now more than ever. Learn how von Steuben's Blue Book and leadership forged a legacy of excellence that endures in today's U.S. military. 📲 Subscribe, listen, and share The P.A.S. Report Podcast to stay informed on the latest political issues shaping America.  Timestamps 00:52 The Grit of the American Revolution 07:06 Baron von Steuben's Transformation of the Continental Army 11:23 The Legacy of Discipline and Standards 14:48 Lessons from History for Today's America   🔔 Subscribe for More: 📖 Sign up for The P.A.S. Report newsletter at https://pasreport.com 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform!   Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport Share this episode and join the conversation!

In this episode of The P.A.S. Report, Professor Nick Giordano sits down with journalist and author Jacob Ward to expose how Big Tech, AI, and persuasive technology are quietly reprogramming the way Americans think and act. Drawing from his book The Loop: How Technology Is Creating a World Without Choices and How to Fight Back, Ward reveals how algorithms exploit human psychology, manipulate information flow, and threaten the foundation of democracy. This powerful discussion breaks down how elites use digital tools to control perception, limit free thought, and shape the political narrative in ways most people never realize. Episode Highlights: How Big Tech and AI manipulate behavior and influence public opinion The hidden alliance between government, media, and tech that controls the flow of information What every American can do to reclaim free thought and resist digital manipulation 📲 Subscribe, listen, and share The P.A.S. Report Podcast to stay informed on the latest political issues shaping America.    Timestamps 00:52 The Technological Revolution 01:44 Understanding the Loop: AI and Human Behavior 04:54 The Dangers of AI in Education 12:09 Impact of AI on the Job Market 16:45 Government Power and Technology Abuse 24:26 Fighting Back Against Manipulation 🔔 Subscribe for More: 📖 Sign up for The P.A.S. Report newsletter at https://pasreport.com 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform! Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport Share this episode and join the conversation!

Senator Chuck Grassley's shocking Arctic Frost revelations is just the latest example of the rot that exists within our bureaucracy as the FBI, DOJ, and intelligence community have been weaponized against the people they're supposed to serve. Professor Nick Giordano breaks down newly uncovered documents showing that over 160 Republican lawmakers, conservative media outlets, and private citizens were secretly targeted under Operation Arctic Frost. Even with President Trump back in office, the unelected bureaucracy continues to defy oversight and operate as a fourth branch of government. In this episode, he exposes the cover-up, dismantles the illusion of accountability, and lays out the reforms Congress must enact to reclaim control, restore the rule of law, and end the Deep State's grip on America. Episode Highlights: The Arctic Frost Cover-Up: Newly released records show how the FBI and Special Counsel's Office spied on members of Congress and conservative media under illegal gag orders. The Permanent Bureaucracy Unmasked: Professor Giordano explains how unelected officials defy both Trump and Congress, proving the Deep State's power goes beyond elections. Reclaiming the Republic: A bold plan for Congress to cut funding, sunset authorities, and dismantle the rogue bureaucracy that threatens American self-government.   📲 Subscribe, listen, and share The P.A.S. Report Podcast to stay informed on the latest political issues shaping America.    Timestamps 00:52 Bureaucratic Corruption 02:40 Operation Arctic Frost: Unveiling Government Surveillance 05:55 The Scope of Government Overreach 08:43 The Permanent Bureaucracy: A Threat to Democracy 11:40 Political Accountability and the Role of Congress 14:40 Reforming the Bureaucracy: Steps Forward 17:20 The Need for Legislative Action 26:17 Restoring Power to the People 29:00 The Fight for Self-Government   🔔 Subscribe for More: 📖 Sign up for The P.A.S. Report newsletter at https://pasreport.com 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform!   Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport   Share this episode and join the conversation!

Deborah Sampson's remarkable story comes to life in this week's America's Founding Series. Disguised as a man under the name "Robert Shurtliff," she secretly served in the Continental Army for nearly two years. She fought, bled, and risked death to achieve America's independence. From her humble beginnings as an indentured servant to her courageous service in the Revolutionary War, this episode reveals how Sampson's unwavering self-reliance and devotion to liberty made her one of America's first female soldiers and a true symbol of the nation's founding ideals. Discover the forgotten patriot who proved that the courage to defend freedom knows no gender. Episode Highlights A Woman at War: How Deborah Sampson disguised herself as "Robert Shurtliff" and fought bravely in the Continental Army during the American Revolution. Courage Under Fire: The incredible moment she removed a musket ball from her own leg to protect her secret identity and continue serving. Legacy of Liberty: How Paul Revere's support helped her secure a military pension, and why her story embodies America's enduring ideals of courage, freedom, and self-reliance. 📲 Subscribe, listen, and share The P.A.S. Report Podcast to stay informed on the latest political issues shaping America.  Timestamps 00:52 The Musket Ball 01:23 Deborah Sampson's Story 02:30 Deborah's Early Life and Struggles 03:31 Enlisting as Robert Shuttliff 06:15 Courage in Battle and the Cost of Secrecy 09:05 The Revelation of Her Identity 11:49 Paul Revere, The Fight for Recognition and a Pension 13:26 Legacy of Self-Reliance and Courage   🔔 Subscribe for More: 📖 Sign up for The P.A.S. Report newsletter at https://pasreport.com 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform!   Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport Share this episode and join the conversation!