In March of 2021 Lindsey Graham was minding her own business as a salon owner in Salem, OR. Life was as good as it could be for her and her family. A successful business owner, wife, and mother. Then the “pandemic” hit and government decided to do what government does. Lindsey complied at first. Then a little longer. Then a little longer yet. Eventually her bills came due, pandemic or not. Lindsey defied the government and opened her shop. It was then that the Patriot Barbie was born. Join Jim and Dan and learn about Lindsey’s story. A lot of rabbit holes, but they get there. 

Silicon Valley Bank was the first domino to fall. Two more have followed. Is this the start of something catastrophic, or is your money safe?   Also, Joe Biden has presented his 2024 budget. Spoiler alert: More taxes and less strengthening of America. Shocker. Join Jim and Dan as they talk about it, and listen to Jim try to understand crypto. For the 341st time.

Saving America won't come from Washington DC.  They've proven this time and time again.  Democrats, Republicans, it doesn't matter.  As we always say on this show, no one is coming to save us; it's up to us.  Jonah Schulz joins us today to talk about his new book, which drops today, "Common Sense for a Dying Nation".  This book is a blueprint for saving America.  It starts with us.  With your families.  When you read this book, you will be armed to have a conversation with everyone you come across.  Also, we close with what we consider the best rendition of the national anthem we've ever heard from Madison Rising.  Jonah SchulzFB: Jonah ShulzTwitter: JonahSchulzOHwww.JonahDSchulz.com Madison RisingFB: Madison RisingFB: Made to Rise

The murder of Tyre Nichols at the hands of the Memphis Police Department was the latest in sensationalized stories by the media.  Or was it?  From the start, something felt different.  From the start, this smelled like a gang beatdown perpetrated by criminals instead of trained professional police officers. Join Jim and Dan, along with Kevin McGary from Every Black Life Matters, the resident black conservative Duane Greene, and former police officer Warren Capps as they break down this horrific incident. Every Black Life Mattershttps://everyblm.com

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Twitter has long been lauded as a platform for open communication and free speech. But a new exposé shows that the social media giant has been quietly working to stifle some of the very same things it claims to stand for. Based on a leaked trove of internal Twitter documents, the files offer a rare glimpse into the company's inner workings. Dubbed as the Twitter Files, are they truly "bombshell" documents, as the New York Post calls them?In this year-end episode of the Pod Bless America podcast, Jim and Dan talk about the seven Twitter file dumps most people don’t know about, the hearing about the surge in violence against LGBTQ people, and Jim’s thoughts on Donald Trump running for president. Also, at the end of the episode, we hear Jim's dad's story about his days in the FBI and what our hosts have to say to all of those who support the show. Tune in!Enjoy!In This Episode04:51 - The Twitter file dumps.07:49 - Matt Taibbi: The Hunter Biden laptop controversy08:59 - Bari Weiss: The control of visibility10:14 - Matt Taibbi: Removal of Donald Trump11:08 - Michael Shellenberger: Part 2 of the removal of Donald Trump12:45 - Bari Weiss: The ban of Trump from Twitter13:24 - Matt Taibbi: Twitter as the FBI subsidiary14:58 - Michael Shellenberger: The FBI and the Hunter Biden laptop19:05 - Jim's take on January 6 Committee.22:58 - Jim's thoughts on why Trump can't be elected36:17 - The hearing on the surge in violence against LGBTQ people50:52 - Story time with Jim's dad.1:05:53 - Jim and Dan's message to all the people who supported Pod Bless America podcastFavorite Quotes38:23 - "How many of these stories are we seeing that are coming out where they're like, oh man, everybody told me. My parents told me this was the way to go, and now I regret my entire life. I wish I had never done this." - Jim Larkin45:43 - "You don't convince a six-year-old who's home playing with her dolls that she's a boy. Do you know how confusing that has to be for a kid? Can you even imagine?" - Jim LarkinFollow the Pod Bless America Podcast on GETTRSubscribe to Freedom Square to know moreEngage with Pod Bless America PodcastEmail: jim@pbapodcast.comEmail: dan@pbapodcast.comFacebookListen to more episodes of the Pod Bless America PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts

The government is a body that is supposed to represent the people. It is supposed to be a fair and just institution that works for the common good. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Several agencies and institutions within the government are illegitimate and do not have the people’s best interests at heart. Sometimes, these departments and agencies are created to further the agendas of special interest groups rather than serving the American people. Other times, they are simply unconstitutional, ineffective, and waste our tax dollars.In this episode, Jim and Dan are again joined by author and speaker Paul Engel. As an advocate of the Constitution, Paul talks about how much of the government is illegitimate. He also speaks about the government’s departments and agencies that are illegal to exist, the disturbing truths about these agencies, and what it takes to fix the government.Frustrated by Americans' general lack of knowledge about their Constitution, Paul founded The Constitutional Study to encourage others to read, study and understand the Constitution for themselves.Enjoy!In This Episode02:23 - A percentage of the US government that disappears overnight if the original Constitution is restored.05:26 - Why most people don't realize the majority of federal actions are illegal.08:27 - Is the Bureau of Land Management allowed to exist?13:33 - Why no one opposes the government's taking over state lands.18:12 - The disturbing truth about government agencies.24:11 - The agencies that are allowed to exist and those that are not.34:39 - The impact of power and influence on a government.48:29 - What it takes to fix the government.58:24 - Why people shouldn't trust political parties.1:07:55 - Why it is time to repeal the 17th Amendment.Favorite Quotes06:24 - "Most people don't know what the Constitution says. Most people who think they know what it says have been told what some other person thinks it says." - Paul Engel20:59 - "90% of the US departments and agencies do not and cannot exercise the power delegated to the United States by the Constitution." - Paul Engel29:15 - "60% of budgetary spending goes to departments and agencies that don't legally exist." - Paul Engel33:08 - "Don't leave your education in the hands of the government. They screw everything they touch." - Paul Engel1:03:32 - "You show up in so-and-so's office. Nice to meet you. Thank you. Have a nice day. You show up with a dozen people, and maybe you get some attention. You show up with a hundred people. Okay. You show up with a thousand people, 10,000 people, a hundred thousand people. That's how these things change." - Paul EngelConnect with Paul EngelThe Constitution StudyAmerica Out LoudThe Constitution Study PodcastThe Constitution Study: Returning the Constitution to We the PeopleFollow the Pod Bless America Podcast on GETTRSubscribe to Freedom Square to know moreEngage with Pod Bless America PodcastEmail: jim@pbapodcast.comEmail: dan@pbapodcast.comFacebookListen to more episodes of the Pod Bless America PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts 

The internet has become an increasingly hostile place for people with conservative viewpoints. Social media platforms have become echo chambers where people only see information confirming their beliefs. And search engines are using their algorithms to bury information they disagree with.In this episode, Jim and Dan are joined by Jeff Bermant. Jeff is the Founder and CEO of the TUSK Browser, the free speech browser that fights censorship and defends freedom of speech for Conservatives. Jeff is on a mission to protect a free and open internet without censorship or liberal bias, starting with a web browser and news feed.With a strong belief in free speech & liberty for all, Jeff talks about what prompted him to create the TUSK Browser and how he plans to promote free speech for conservatives and critical thinking not only today but for generations to come.Enjoy!In This Episode01:22 - Backstory of Jeff Bermant4:55 - What prompted Jeff to create TUSK Browser10:20 - Jeff's crowdfunding story15:43 - What Jeff meant when he said leftist friends were beginning to hate him19:19 - What Jeff is fighting for22:30 - The plan Jeff and his team have to encourage fair searches31:18 - A partnership with Freedom Square34:36 - How you can get involved with TUSK Browser44:16 - How can TUSK Browser stand out from the big players in the tech industry51:08 - How Jeff came up with the name for the browserFavorite Quotes07:51 - "We're building what we believe is the right way of having a search engine, which, at least politically and even more than that in the long run, for products that we're proud of, you get the choice. It's up to you." - Jeff Bermant11:36 - "We have to take care of ourselves. And you guys have pointed this out perfectly. If we don't do it ourselves, no one will come and do this. I spent over a million dollars last year building the desktop and the search engine out of my own pocket." - Jeff Bermant14:51 - "Everybody in this country should be concerned with what's going on right now. But half of this country is not because it's going their way. The left is not concerned with what's going on because the conservatives are being stifled." - Jim Larkin21:40 - "When you can set your search engine instead of Google is TUSK, every time your kids go there and want to research something, they're at least getting both sides of the story." - Jim Larkin36:02 - "The conservatives can no longer sit back and say, somebody else is going to handle this problem for me. This has always worked out in the past. It's not going to work out anymore." - Jim Larkin36:17 - "We are where we are because you've allowed it to happen through apathy. When people like Jeff are stepping up and saying, 'I can do my part to fix this,' you need to start helping Jeff fix it since you're not willing to fix it yourself." - Jim Larkin54:40 - "Freedom does not apply to conservatives. Freedom applies to Americans. Whether you're a liberal or a conservative, it doesn't matter. The Constitution is not a bad word. The Constitution protects you on the left, just like it protects us on the right." - Jim LarkinConnect with Jeff BermantLinkedInTUSK BrowserTUSK Browser on TwitterTUSK Browser on FacebookTUSK Browser on InstagramTUSK Browser on YouTubeFollow the Pod Bless America Podcast on GETTRSubscribe to Freedom Square to know moreEngage with Pod Bless America PodcastEmail: jim@pbapodcast.comEmail: dan@pbapodcast.comFacebookListen to more episodes of the Pod Bless America PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts 

For the second time, Jim and Dan are joined by Sheriff Mark Lamb. Determined to protect the rights and freedoms of the people he serves, Sheriff Mark talks about how Arizona's election was severely affected by mail ballots, the challenge of defending election integrity, and the situation at the Arizona border. Also, Sheriff Mark speaks about what his book, American Sheriff: Rules to Live By, is all about and what message he leaves for all listeners.Sheriff Mark Lamb is the 24th Sheriff of Pinal County, Arizona. As a constitutional conservative, he has strong convictions and is courageous in fighting for the citizens he serves. Mark believes strongly in our Republic and our Constitution and strongly supports our 2nd Amendment rights and the enforcement of all of our laws, including those pertaining to fighting illegal immigration.Enjoy!In This Episode00:27 - Arizona's election results04:47 - How Arizona's election was severely affected by mail ballots09:09 - Why mail-in ballots only benefit Democrats13:26 - The challenge of defending election integrity15:21 - What a sheriff can do to stop election fraud19:09 - The situation at the Arizona border22:49 - Why Brittney Griner's case is a wake-up call for America25:07 - What Sheriff Lamb's book, American Sheriff: Rules to Live By, is about29:39 - The Sheriff's message for all listeners35:40 - A story of Jim's dadFavorite Quotes05:49 - "All the problems you see in Arizona, the length of time it takes to count all the ballots, are caused by mail out ballots. People think that it makes elections easier, but it doesn't. It convolutes it." - Sheriff Mark Lamb11:22 - "We're losing faith in the elections in this country. And when this country loses faith in the elections, we are done as a country." - Jim Larkin13:39 - "All I stood up for was election integrity in my county. All I wanted to say was if you break the law, we will enforce it. We will ensure that the people of my county can trust that we have a fair election. And because of that, I'm called an election denier." - Sheriff Mark Lamb14:01 - "People don't want to question anything because they're scared to be called names or bullied. What really happens is these people bully you if you go against their narrative." - Sheriff Mark Lamb27:13 - "We're big believers in learning new things and taking on new challenges that make you scared or uncomfortable. A lot of us have gotten complacent. And our complacency and our comfortability have been what has caused us to lose these values that this country was built on." - Sheriff Mark Lamb30:08 - "The power is we, the people, and you have to take it back. You cannot defeat darkness with more darkness. It's only with light. So, you have to bring back the love." - Sheriff Mark LambEngage with Sheriff Mark LambLinkedInFacebookAmerican Sheriff: Rules to Live ByThe Sheriff's WifeAmerican Sheriff NetworkAmerican Sheriff FoundationAmerican Sheriff: Traditional Values in a Modern WorldThe Sheriff's Wife: Holding It All Together Behind The scenes in PoliticsFollow the Pod Bless America Podcast on GETTRSubscribe to Freedom Square to know moreEngage with Pod Bless America PodcastEmail: jim@pbapodcast.comEmail: dan@pbapodcast.comFacebookListen to more episodes of the Pod Bless America PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts  

The US government is facing several pressing issues today. Among these are Donald Trump's running for president in 2024, the result of the midterm elections, inflation, and others. Each of these issues can impact Americans' lives in a real way. Trump's running for president in 2024 could lead to more division and hatred in an already divided country. In the end, how these issues are dealt with will have a profound impact on the lives of all Americans.In this episode, Jim and Dan talk about some pressing issues facing the government today. They speak about Donald Trump's running for president in 2024, what the Maricopa County election looks like, and why Americans are getting disenfranchised.Tune in to know more about what Jim and Dan have planned for Pod Bless America Podcast in the coming year.Enjoy!In This Episode00:30 - Donald Trump's 2024 announcement09:21 - What the Maricopa County election looks like13:56 - Why are Americans getting disenfranchised21:13 - What are the chances for Trump's endorsed politicians27:26 - Twitter's take on Donald Trump's return34:28 - What's in store for Pod Bless America46:38 - Dan's story about his Democrat buddy58:09 - The passing of Johnny Tetrick, a veteran of the Cleveland Fire DepartmentFavorite Quotes10:52 - "Nobody trusts Arizona. Nobody trusts them now to get this right. Half of the country is losing faith in the electoral system here. In the process, they don't believe that it's above board." - Jim Larkin22:18 - "Many people showed up because they hated Donald Trump and Donald Trump's endorsement of candidates. They hate him so much that they're willing to overlook the Democrats, lighten this country on fire to have their say, and throw that finger up to Donald Trump." - Jim Larkin46:04 - "Every time you get the majority someone, you say, 'this is what we're going to do,' and you don't do anything. The Republican Party is full of weak, no-backbone politicians. You say you're going to do it. Then you get the chance to do it. But you don't do it." - Jim LarkinFollow the Pod Bless America Podcast on GETTRSubscribe to Freedom Square to know moreEngage with Pod Bless America PodcastEmail: jim@pbapodcast.comEmail: dan@pbapodcast.comFacebookListen to more episodes of the Pod Bless America PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts   

As with any election, there is always the potential for election follies. These can include everything from uncounted ballots to voter fraud. In the past, there have been some election follies that have made headlines. Could the midterm elections of 2022 be different from those of the past?In this episode, Jim and Dan talk about the midterm election folly and how it unfolded. Joining the show is Steve Hayes, Casa Grande Union High School District #82 Governing Board. Steve Hayes talks about how Arizona views the midterm elections. We will also hear from Patrick Mudge, CEO of Icey-Tek USA. As a Navy SEAL veteran, Patrick gives us his thoughts on the recent (Russian? Ukrainian?) missile that struck Poland.Enjoy! In This Episode02:50 - Jim's story about his trip to Nashville11:37 - A look at how the midterm elections unfolded17:52 - Election folly in the midterms27:51 - How Arizona views the midterm elections32:32 - Election results for Casa Grande Union High School's Governing Board40:07 - Jim's thoughts on Donald Trump52:31 - A (Russian? Ukrainian?) missile that struck Poland recentlyFavorite Quotes12:54 - "When you start with this red wave bullsh*t, all you do is energize that base. When you say, 'we're going to sweep, we're going to sweep, we're going to sweep it,' all that does is put our side to sleep and energize their side. We need to handle every election like we're 20 points down." - Jim Larkin22:19 - "For whatever reason, the RINO, the Never Trump Republicans rather send the country in the state down into the toilet than vote for a candidate who happened to be endorsed by Trump. If you look at the state offices, the Republican candidates who did not get a Trump endorsement are winning their races." - Steve Hayes30:31 - "If you start speaking out against somebody who happens to be black, you're a racist. As soon as you start speaking out on this and saying, Hey, this isn't making sense now. You're an election denier. You're one of those right-wing extremist election deniers." - Jim Larkin1:07:39 - "We've got everyday patriots out there trying to educate people on the constitution and what the government can and can't do. You can't take the government on until you know what they're allowed to do. Never once on this show have we advocated for militias to take the government on with arms. Never once." - Jim LarkinFollow the Pod Bless America Podcast on GETTRSubscribe to Freedom Square to know moreEngage with Pod Bless America PodcastEmail: jim@pbapodcast.comEmail: dan@pbapodcast.comFacebookListen to more episodes of the Pod Bless America PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts 

As a country governed by the same Constitution for more than 200 years, one would expect its citizens to understand better the document that is the foundation of their government. Unfortunately, that is not the case. Americans' lack of knowledge about the Constitution is exacerbated by the fact that most cannot name more than two of the five rights guaranteed by the First Amendment. Despite its importance, there is a disconnect between the American people and the Constitution.In today's episode of the Pod Bless America Podcast, Jim and Dan get back to basics. They will talk about Jim's passion, The Constitution of the United States of America. Joining them is an author and speaker, Paul Engel. As an advocate of the Constitution, Paul speaks about what motivated him to launch The Constitution Study, how politicians swear to uphold the Constitution but fail to do so, and what the problems with elections are.Paul Engel has spent more than 20 years studying and teaching about both the Bible and the U.S. Constitution. Frustrated by Americans' general lack of knowledge about their Constitution, Paul founded The Constitution Study. His experience with the study has led him to write a book of the same name and develop classes available both online and in-person to encourage others to read, study, and understand the Constitution for themselves. Enjoy!In This Episode03:04 - What motivated Paul to start The Constitution Study08:22 - Why Jim respects Paul so much13:25 - How people can better understand the Constitution17:28 - Some ways in which the government violates the First Amendment22:36 - The true meaning of liberty27:11 - How politicians swear to uphold the Constitution but fail to do so35:06 - Paul's perspective on how to end unconstitutional government agencies42:34 - The problems with elections55:02 - The resource Jim used to learn more about being a good police officer1:09:04 - In what exactly should people's taxes be spent1:14:20 - How can you tell if a politician is lying1:16:04 - How the 16th and 17th Amendments destroyed the Republic?Favorite Quotes09:39 - "A lot of the writing comes from my research. But I'm learning things and passing them along. How can I morally live with myself knowing I had the information that could change people's lives, and I didn't give it to them?" - Paul Engel12:59 - "Law schools no longer teach the supreme law of the land. They no longer teach the Constitution. For the last four years, I've asked every attorney I've met, "Would you, in law school, study the Constitution or Constitutional law? I've had one man in four years who told me they studied the Constitution in law school. Everyone else studied the opinion of judges." - Paul Engel37:42 - "We're looking for a big thing, a person, a big thing that fixes this. We didn't break this into one big thing. We broke it into a lot of little things, which leads to the question I always ask, how do you eat a leviathan?" - Paul Engel40:55 - "The federal government has so little to do with your day-to-day life. Your municipal level has everything to do with your day-to-day life. And you need to start getting involved in those local elections because we need states to tell the federal government we're done." - Jim Larkin54:23 - "This country today is not nearly as free as the one I inherited from my parents. I want to leave one for my daughter that is greater than what we have today. And the only way I do it is to decide that her ability to live free is more important than me walking away in handcuffs." - Paul EngelConnect with Paul EngelThe Constitution StudyAmerica Out LoudThe Constitution Study PodcastThe Constitution Study: Returning the Constitution to We the PeopleFollow the Pod Bless America Podcast on GETTRSubscribe to Freedom Square to know moreEngage with Pod Bless America PodcastEmail: jim@pbapodcast.comEmail: dan@pbapodcast.comFacebookListen to more episodes of the Pod Bless America PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts 

When the Constitution was written, the founders had a grand vision for the future of America. They wanted a free and independent country with a government of the people, by the people, and for the people. Unfortunately, that is not the government we have today. That has to change. We have to take our government back.In today's episode, Cicely Davis joins Jim and Dan. Running for election to the U.S. House to represent Minnesota's 5th Congressional District, Cicely talks about the security issue affecting downtown Minneapolis, what made her lose faith in the Democrats, and how she plans to restore prosperity to Minneapolis and unify the state's fifth congressional district.Cicely Davis is a Republican Nominee for Congress in Minnesota's 5th Congressional District. She is running for Congress to end failed leadership by supporting the police, cutting outrageous taxes, and depoliticizing the classrooms to focus on quality education. Cicely's life experience has given her a unique perspective and inspires her to help others prevail under freedom, no matter their background. Enjoy!In this Episode02:13 - What motivated Cicely to run for Congress03:33 - Security issue affecting downtown Minneapolis09:33 - The reason Ilhan Omar won the election to Congress11:23 - What made Cicely lose faith in the Democrats19:39 - Jim's message to the people of Minnesota's 5th Congressional District22:59 - Cicely's feelings about the upcoming election27:12 - What Cicely thinks about education34:02 - How can Cicely stand her ground against the system42:16 - Cicely's stand on the Constitution51:22 - Cicely's message to the people of Minnesota's 5th Congressional DistrictFavorite Quotes04:38 - "Right now, Minneapolis is not a safe place to work, live or visit. That needs to change." - Cicely Davis06:34 - "We are down 300 police officers. And when the crime is committed, second count, and people are not getting the hasty response they need. This puts lives and businesses in danger." - Cicely Davis15:35 - "My message to black voting America right now, particularly for my cut or my pie here in CD 5, is that every skin to me is not kin to me. We have to be willing to accept that just because leaders look like us doesn't mean they're for us. We can begin change if we can go away from that and accept that. I do believe 2024 is going to look very different for black America about the Republican party." - Cicely Davis42:59 - "When people hear about the fact that they can literally wake up and express themselves freely without worrying about being arrested or killed because of a simple thought or opinion and that they have the right to decide what area they want to focus on and how they can create their wealth and be creative about that, and then pass it on to the next generation, that whole thing is beautiful." - Cicely Davis46:34 - "The Constitution made this country great. The people that followed that Constitution made this country great. Since the 16th and 17th Amendments back in 1913, we started falling off the rails. And we did nothing to stop it then. But just because it's so out of control doesn't mean we can't stop the bleeding now." - Jim Larkin51:26 - "Freedom is too high a price to pay. We have to decide what we want America to look like and how America is defined. Families are hurting, and businesses are hurting. And the decisions made by those we call our leaders have let us down. We, the people, by the people, and for the people have the power. We can absolutely vote them out and return the original constructs and the demands of the Constitution." - Cicely DavisConnect with Cicely DavisLinkedInWebsiteFacebookTwitterFollow the Pod Bless America Podcast on GETTRSubscribe to Freedom Square to know moreEngage with Pod Bless America PodcastEmail: jim@pbapodcast.comEmail: dan@pbapodcast.comFacebookListen to more episodes of the Pod Bless America PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts   

In a country founded on the principles of free speech and freedom of the press, it is no surprise that the First Amendment is one of the most important parts of the Constitution. But this right has come under attack in recent years, particularly by those in power who seek to silence dissent. From the current administration to state legislatures, a number of forces are working to undermine the freedom of the press. In addition, there has been a rise in violence against journalists, threats, and harassment.In this episode, First Amendment Attorney Ben Barr joins Jim and Dan. Committed to protecting the First Amendment, Ben talks about the story of Project Veritas and the violation of journalists' First Amendment rights, how Ben and his team handle the Project Veritas case, and what the litigation process in the federal government looks like.Ben Barr is the Partner at Barr & Klein PLLC. At his core, Ben is committed to protecting the First Amendment. He focused on constitutional litigation, election law, undercover journalism, and defending free speech rights. With creative and aggressive approaches, Ben's practice ensures the right to speak and associate freely.Enjoy! In This Episode04:02 - Why the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) still has hope.05:45 - The story of James O'Keeff and the violation of journalists' First Amendment rights11:13 - How Ben and his team handle the Project Veritas case17:37 - What Project Veritas is all about21:08 - Where Project Veritas stands today23:22 - The commonality in the 2016 lawsuits26:31 - What James O'Keefe is like as a journalist29:45 - How the press and the media have changed over the years33:07 - How free speech is applied to social media43:43 - What the litigation process in the federal government looks like54:39 - Where Big Tech is heading with the First Amendment58:54 - Dan's perspective on the James O'Keefe case1:03:08 - How Project Veritas upholds the First AmendmentFavorite Quotes32:19 - "It doesn't make sense when you have frivolous and spurious lawsuits lining up. It doesn't make sense to feed alligators." - Ben Barr57:43 - "The government is nudging and puppeteering Big Tech, and what a foolish action for sophisticated actors like Facebook and Twitter to open themselves up to that. They've got Section 230. That's a broad grant of immunity against them. They generally have the First Amendment doctrine on their side, so what a foolish step to open those communications and to work in tangent with an administration." - Ben Barr1:03:32 - "Think about the core of the First Amendment right. Think about Hamilton and Madison coming together and writing anonymously to the people of the United States. Why? Because they wanted a better nation. They wanted to hold those who were corrupt in power accountable. That's the core of the First Amendment." - Ben Barr1:03:50 - "That's the core of the First Amendment, and to prevent government abuse from the free flow of information, information about what those who hold power over you are doing improperly and incorrectly. That has to be the front and center of this nation's moral commitment." - Ben BarrConnect with Ben BarrLinkedInBarr & Klein PLLCFollow the Pod Bless America Podcast on GETTRSubscribe to Freedom Square to know moreEngage with Pod Bless America PodcastEmail: jim@pbapodcast.comEmail: dan@pbapodcast.comFacebookListen to more episodes of the Pod Bless America PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts 

The midterm elections are just around the corner, and America is more divided than ever. Political issues have always been a hot topic of discussion, and the polarization of the two major parties has reached new levels. With so much at stake, it's important to be informed and take a stand about the issues dividing America today.In this episode, Jim and Dan talk about what the survey says about the upcoming election, how protesters criticized Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) during a town hall, and why Tulsi Gabbard is leaving the Democratic Party. Also in the show is an audio clip from a call with Jonathan Gilliam. Jonathan shares his thoughts about why Tulsi Gabbard should not be in leadership.At the end of the show is Jim's dad. As one of the top three pilots in the Pacific Fleet, Jim talks about one of the most memorable times in his life, his flight in Area 51, and his thoughts on the latest Top Gun film. Tune in!In This Episode01:11 - How senatorial candidates are using social media08:04 - What the survey says about the upcoming election11:11 - How protesters criticized Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) during a town hall15:57 - What leftists have to say about the current administration21:19 - Jonathan Gilliam's thoughts on Tulsi Gabbard28:20 - Why Tulsi Gabbard is leaving the Democratic Party35:47 - What Tulsi Gabbard should do from Jonathan's perspective42:03 - What Jim thinks about Tulsi Gabbard leaving the Democratic Party44:48 - Tulsi's statement on Joe Rogan's podcast about leaving the Democratic Party47:41 - Jim's dad's stories from his Navy days57:01 - Jim's dad's thoughts on the latest Top Gun movieFavorite Quotes28:36 - "I can no longer remain in today's Democratic party that's under the complete control of an elitist cabal of warmongers who are driven by cowardly wokeness, who divide us by racializing every issue and stoking anti-white racism, who actively work to undermine our God-given freedoms that are enshrined in our constitution, who are hostile to people of faith and spirituality, who demonize the police, but protect criminals at the expense of law-abiding Americans who believe in open borders, who weaponize the national security state to go after their political opponents. I believe in a government that's of the people, by the people, and for the people. Unfortunately, today's Democratic party does not. Instead, it stands for a government that is of, by, and for the powerful elite." - Tulsi Gabbard31:49 - "The GOP is nothing more than a fundraising entity. They don't run campaigns and don't have a strategic plan in Washington, DC. They're not a group of ideologues like you see on the left. The left is a war-fighting machine. They have subverted every branch of government in every state and every city of this nation." - Jonathan Gilliam37:40 - The American people live under an illusion that we're going to put people in positions of authority and they're going to save us. Nobody is going to save you if you don't hold them to a standard. If they don't do what they're supposed to and are ideologically driven or careerist, they're out." - Jonathan Gilliam43:25 - "This wasn't a game to them. This wasn't some move for them. They wanted her out. So since then, she has been very vocal against a lot of the stuff that Democrats are doing. And the fact that she came out and now has said, Look, I'm out." - Jim Larkin45:32 - "I don't see the Democratic Party as being savable. I know that I can make an impact more from the outside. And I can't be associated with and stand this insanity that's been going on and continues to worsen day by day." - Tulsi GabbardFollow the Pod Bless America Podcast on GETTRSubscribe to Freedom Square to know moreEngage with Pod Bless America PodcastEmail: jim@pbapodcast.comEmail: dan@pbapodcast.comFacebookListen to more episodes of the Pod Bless America PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts 

Too often, people tend to focus on national politics and ignore the importance of electing good local leaders. They believe that the change they want to see happens at the national level. But the truth is that the most important changes always happen at the local level. That is because the people elected to lead locally are closest to the people they serve. They are the ones who understand the needs of their constituents better than anyone else.In this episode, Warren Capps joins Jim and Dan. As a relentlessly committed leader to serving Cuyahoga Falls' citizens, Warren talks about his efforts to bring change to the community, what motivated him to run for city council, and how he plans to solve the top three problems facing Cuyahoga Falls.Enjoy!In This Episode02:53 - Backstory of Warren Capps07:14 - Why change must start at the local level13:54 - What Warren wants to do for the local community20:18 - What caused Warren to lose the councilor race22:29 - Why local elections matter27:47 - What prompted Warren to run for city council33:08 - What Warren could have done to solve the traffic power outage41:49 - How Cuyahoga Falls is screwed right now44:35 - The top three problems in Cuyahoga Falls and Warren's plan to solve them44:44 - Crime55:55 - Utilities1:00:30 - Breaking away from Summit County Democrats1:15:55 - Jim's message to the people of Cuyahoga FallsFavorite Quotes04:35 - "It is impossible to lead through strength when we have the weakest president we've ever had." - Jim Larkin05:26 - "I was a go-getter. I believed in targeted patrol and drug interdiction and all the different type of stuff that helped to keep us safe and send a message that we don't play around in these cities for our citizens." - Warren Capps06:17 - "Once you look a little deeper and you start to dive in and see across the state, and you start to see the Democrats and the direction they're heading, it's all very purposeful. They want to run the show." - Warren Capps07:47 - "Your day-to-day life is controlled by your local governments. The change you start to make has to come at the local level." - Jim Larkin21:03 - "It's not communism or socialism that will destroy this country. It's not China or Russia that is going to destroy this country. What's going to destroy this country is apathy."- Jim Larkin49:05 - "The problem with policing today is guys are scared to stop minorities. They're scared to stop them because they don't want to be the next guy in the news." - Jim Larkin1:05:38 - "Those patriotic symbols of our freedom, people who gave their lives, were being quieted. We are being stifled." - Warren CappsConnect with Warren CappsWebsiteFacebookFollow the Pod Bless America Podcast on GETTRSubscribe to Freedom Square to learn moreEngage with Pod Bless America PodcastEmail: jim@pbapodcast.comEmail: dan@pbapodcast.comFacebookListen to more episodes of the Pod Bless America PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts 

Prepping has become increasingly popular as people become more aware of the potential for catastrophic events. From natural disasters to economic collapse, there are many reasons why people choose to prepare for the worst. While some people may think preppers are odd, they are some of the most level-headed, reasonable, and self-sufficient people on earth. They are taking steps to protect themselves and their families. If a major disaster does occur, the preppers will be ready – while the rest of us will be scrambling to survive.In this episode, Jim and Dan talk about everything prepping. As a prepper, Jim speaks about how the world is vulnerable to EMP attacks, how he prepared for unfortunate events, and what's in his bug-out bags.Stay tuned for info on their live  show to find out how you can win a 72-Hour Survival Food Kit.Enjoy!In This Episode01:10 - The type of catastrophe people should be preparing for11:10 - How the world is vulnerable to EMP attacks15:56 - How Jim prepared for unfortunate events23:19 - What you need in the event of a disaster27:30 - How Jim starts prepping39:36 - What's inside Jim's bug-out bags 50:35 - Why survival books are important1:02:34 - What Jim chooses when society collapses: family or social responsibilityFavorite Quotes11:10 - "You know what you say, it's crazy, and it could never happen? It absolutely could happen. The government admits it could happen. The government admits that its infrastructure is incapable of withstanding an EMP attack from China and Russia." - Jim Larkin11:44 - "If you don't think an EMP could happen, it absolutely could happen. All it takes for a rogue nation to launch an EMP attack on the United States is to detonate a nuke over the country. At so many miles high, it fries the entire electrical system." - Jim Larkin22:49 - "If you're prepared enough to handle whatever comes your way, you don't have to put yourself in a position where you have to put a gun on to go out and get some heaters. You can stay home with your family." - Jim Larkin1:10:10 - "Let's act like the power goes out right now. Go to your pantry. Take a look inside your refrigerator and your freezer. What do you have to keep your family alive for a month or two?" - Jim Larkin1:15:16 - "If you fail to prepare, then you prepare to fail." - Dan Wilkinson Jr.Follow the Pod Bless America Podcast on GETTRSubscribe to Freedom Square to know moreEngage with Pod Bless America PodcastEmail: jim@pbapodcast.comEmail: dan@pbapodcast.comFacebookListen to more episodes of the Pod Bless America PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts

The outbreak of COVID-19 has sparked a number of conspiracy theories. Among them is the belief that the pandemic was engineered as part of a larger plot to achieve the United Nations' Agenda 2030, namely to depopulate the world. Although some conspiracy theories are unfounded speculations and lack evidence, others have been proven true. Whatever the case, what can a conspiracy analyst say about some of today's most pressing global issues?In today's episode, Jim and Dan are joined by Jeff, the Conspiracy Analyst. As a requested episode, Jeff shares his theory about COVID-19 and the COVID vaccines, the conspiracy behind Agenda 2030, Joe Biden's body double, and more.Enjoy!In This Episode01:21 - What an elected Republican promises this time12:46 - What makes Jeff more than just a conspiracy theorist17:35 - Jeff's theory about COVID shots causing heart attacks and strokes30:16 - The conspiracy behind Agenda 2030 and food chain supply shortages.39:27 - Why the 87,000 IRS agents are not coming for your taxes43:12 - Joe Biden laundering money to Ukraine48:38 - Has Joe Biden got a body double?1:03:37 - Is the push for electric cars and a cashless society going to control the grid and our pocket1:06:55 - Why Jim's social media account was restricted1:16:10 - Issues surrounding electric carsFavorite Quotes13:10 - "I don't always subscribe to the ideas of the conspiracies that I bring up. It's good to talk about them. Know your enemy sometimes. Even if it's unbelievable, you have a lot of talk about it. It's nice to do your own research about it and come to your own conclusion about the conspiracy." - Jeff the Conspiracy Analyst16:09 - "They make this claim, and you look at that claim without believing it. Because as soon as you believe it, as soon as you say, "Oh yeah, you know what, I think this happens," everything you find is a fact." - Jeff the Conspiracy Analyst51:08 - "I honestly believe that not every Joe Biden we see on TV is Joe Biden." - Jeff the Conspiracy AnalystFollow the Pod Bless America Podcast on GETTRSubscribe to Freedom Square to know moreEngage with Pod Bless America PodcastEmail: jim@pbapodcast.comEmail: dan@pbapodcast.comFacebookListen to more episodes of the Pod Bless America PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts  

In any system, the governing body plays a pivotal role in its success or failure. The role of the school governing board is no different. Their decisions will impact the quality of schools, the community's safety, the town's or city's infrastructure, and more. With so many challenges facing the American education system today, how can the board of governors significantly impact students' education and future?In this episode, Jim and Dan talk about the education system in America over a bottle of Wheat Penny Bourbon Whiskey. Also in the show is Steve Hayes. Steve is running for Casa Grande Union High School District #82 Governing Board, and he talks about why he is running for school governance and other concerns regarding the school's political and education system.Enjoy!In This Episode07:51 - Backstory of today's guest, Steve Hayes11:51 - How some teachers instill their students with ideologies23:12 - The reason Steve is running for school governance.29:01 - A whistleblower's statement about Casa Grande Union High School38:46 - How Casa Grande Union High School's ROTC program is doing41:56 - Why are many schools are laying off teachers54:43 - How do people want their representatives to represent them57:58 - Statement by Steve Hayes for Casa Grande Union High School District #821:03:46 - What makes local politicians so important1:05:39 - Listeners' feedback on previous episodesFavorite Quotes53:18 - "We're talking about Casa Grande right now. But what this is about is Steve Hayes is not a politician. Steve Hayes is a parent who says, 'look, this is wrong, man. I'm going to take care of it. I'm going to go in here, and I'm going to fix this.' And that's what we need from people all over this country." - Jim Larkin54:24 - "The establishment, if that's what you want to call it, the elites, I think that scares, whether it's here locally or elsewhere in the country, people just finally stepping up saying, enough is enough."- Steve Hayes55:18 - "People want somebody who's going to light their fire. They want somebody who is on board with them, who understands them, who understands the problems they have with these school boards, and who is going to go and fight for them and not be a mouthpiece for the superintendent." - Jim Larkin58:30 - "I've never run for office before. I've never really gotten involved with anything like this before. But it just got to the point where I couldn't sit around and be a spectator anymore. I couldn't sit on the sideline and watch or expect someone else to do it. Because then, all I found myself doing was a lot of complaining, but nothing was changing. And so, I decided, enough is enough." - Steve Hayes1:04:12 - "Your local politicians have the biggest impact on your life. The pyramid that you see is upside down." - Jim Larkin Follow the Pod Bless America Podcast on GETTRSubscribe to Freedom Square to know moreEngage with Pod Bless America PodcastEmail: jim@pbapodcast.comEmail: dan@pbapodcast.comFacebookListen to more episodes of the Pod Bless America PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts 

America faces several issues today, from power shortages to border security to the railroad workers' strike. The most pressing question, however, is what the government should do about these problems. While the federal government is good at creating problems it can fix, this time, they have lost control and can no longer fix them.In this episode, Jim and Dan catch up with America's most pressing issues - power shortages, border security, and the railroad workers' strike. They also talk about how the DOJ pursued Trump and his associates, Kamala Harris' comeback, and the current state of supply chain and transportation in America.Enjoy!In This Episode06:36 - The most pressing issues facing America today16:00 - A clip from the previous episode demonstrating a power shortage19:46 - What is causing the people of California to leave the state24:14 - How the DOJ pursued Trump and his associates29:47 - Kamala Harris' comeback32:15 - The delusion that the government instills in the American people40:37 - What Pod Bless America podcast is going through on social media47:51 - Freight railroad workers' strike1:04:37 - Are trucking companies able to fill the gap when railroads are closed1:10:58 - The current state of supply chain and transportation in AmericaFavorite Episodes21:52 - "The government is very good at making problems that it can fix. The problem is that they're creating all these problems (power shortages), but they're getting out of control and can't fix them." - Jim Larkin27:31 - "You know what? It's not justice. You're no better than the Democrats. If you are mad about Donald Trump getting rated, you should be just as mad about Hillary Clinton getting rated under the same circumstances." - Jim Larkin28:30 - "The Democrats are so focused on Donald Trump as a bad man that they're willing to overlook the constitution. They're willing to overlook everything. But remember that if you allow this to happen to Donald Trump, the roles will eventually reverse. And it's going to happen to you, and nobody will come to your aid." - Jim Larkin33:40 - "The border's secure. This is the delusional sh*t that this administration is trying to perpetrate on the American people. This is the delusional sh*t that they can get away with, that they're getting away with because people hate Donald Trump so much." - Jim LarkinFollow the Pod Bless America Podcast on GETTRSubscribe to Freedom Square to know moreEngage with Pod Bless America PodcastEmail: jim@pbapodcast.comEmail: dan@pbapodcast.comFacebookListen to more episodes of the Pod Bless America PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts