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The P.A.S. Report with Professor Nick Giordano is a conservative political podcast delivering fearless analysis, no-nonsense commentary, and exclusive interviews. Exposing government corruption, media bias, and threats to freedom, Professor Giordano champions the Constitution, free speech, and individual liberty. What you’ll get each week: • Honest Political Commentary: A no-nonsense look at current events, policy, and the forces shaping our nation. • Influential Guests: Exclusive conversations with America’s most influential voices, including Mollie Hemingway, Newt Gingrich, Victor Davis Hanson, Dinesh D’Souza, Miranda Devine, John Solomon, Dr. Ben Carson, and many more. • America’s Founding Series: Rediscover the true meaning of freedom, liberty, and self-governance, and why these principles are more critical than ever as Professor Giordano brings history alive. If you’re a patriot seeking to reconnect with America’s founding principles and gain a deeper understanding of American values, The P.A.S. Report is your must-listen conservative political podcast. Subscribe now to get informed, get engaged, and stand for freedom. 👉 Visit https://pasreport.com

Education Crisis: How America Is Losing the Ability to Think 07/13/2026

Education Crisis: How America Is Losing the Ability to Think The education crisis has reached a breaking point, and the consequences extend far beyond the classroom. America’s education system cannot continue down this path without threatening the nation’s ability to think critically, innovate, and preserve a free society. This episode explores how America is losing the ability to think, and it’s more than a discussion about schools. Artificial intelligence did not create America’s education crisis. It exposed it. This episode of The P.A.S. Report Podcast examines how decades of declining academic standards, grade inflation, technology dependence, and progressive ideological influence have weakened critical thinking, civic literacy, and intellectual independence. From public schools and higher education to artificial intelligence and civic education, this episode explains why education reform has become one of the defining issues shaping America’s future. It also presents a practical blueprint to rebuild American education, restore high expectations, and prepare future generations to preserve liberty, innovation, and the American Dream. What You’ll Learn In This Episode: Why the Brown University AI experiment exposed a much deeper problem than academic cheating. How declining literacy and a lack of critical thinking threaten constitutional government, economic prosperity, and national security. How America’s education crisis fuels government dependency, political polarization, and greater wealth inequality. Why the Republican establishment failed to make education the defining issue of a generation while the left transformed the education system. A practical blueprint to rebuild American education through higher standards, life skills, civic education, responsible AI instruction, and intellectual discipline. If this episode resonates, follow the show and share it with a parent, teacher, school board member, or anyone who believes America’s future depends on rebuilding the American mind. Topics Covered: Education Crisis, American Education, Public Education, Education Reform, Critical Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Public Schools, Civic Education, Constitutional Republic, Financial Literacy, Academic Standards, American Decline 📲 Connect with the Show and take a moment to share this episode with friends, family, and colleagues, and leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Episode Chapters 01:32 Education Crisis: How America Is Losing the Ability to Think 08:02 America's Literacy Crisis and the Decline of Critical Thinking 19:54 Why America's Education Crisis Threatens a Constitutional Republic 30:01 How the Left Captured Education and Why Republicans Failed 39:50 Rebuilding American Education: Reading, Writing, AI, and Life Skills 42:03 A Blueprint to Rebuild the American Mind 48:04 Saving America's Future Starts with Education 🔔 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! /episode/index/show/pasreport/id/42051955

Francis Lewis: The True Cost of Signing the Declaration of Independence 07/09/2026

Francis Lewis: The True Cost of Signing the Declaration of Independence Discover why Francis Lewis lost his home, his fortune, and ultimately his wife after signing the Declaration of Independence. His story proves that "our Lives, our Fortunes, and our Sacred Honor" demanded far more than empty words. Most Americans celebrate Independence Day without understanding what the signers of the Declaration of Independence actually sacrificed after the ink dried. This episode of America's Founding Series on The P.A.S. Report Podcast explores the extraordinary story of Declaration signer and Founding Father Francis Lewis, a successful merchant who willingly risked everything for American independence, only to watch the British Army destroy his estate, imprison his wife Elizabeth, and leave his family forever changed. His life reveals the true human cost of the American Revolution and serves as a powerful reminder that freedom has always required courage, sacrifice, and an unwavering commitment to liberty. What You'll Learn In This Episode: Why Francis Lewis signed the Declaration of Independence on August 2, 1776, despite knowing he could lose everything. How the British Army deliberately targeted Patriot leaders and their families during the American Revolution. The heartbreaking story of Elizabeth Lewis and the hidden sacrifices made by the families of the Declaration signers. What "our Lives, our Fortunes, and our Sacred Honor" truly meant to the men who pledged everything for American independence. Why Francis Lewis's story offers timeless lessons about civic responsibility, self-reliance, constitutional liberty, and preserving the American experiment. The Fourth of July may have passed, but America's story did not end with the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The struggle to secure American independence and transform an idea into a nation had only begun. Francis Lewis reminds us that the American Revolution was not won by words alone. It was secured by men and women willing to sacrifice everything for the cause of liberty. Topics Covered: Francis Lewis, Declaration of Independence, Declaration signers, American Revolution, Founding Fathers, American independence, Revolutionary War, Elizabeth Lewis, Continental Congress, American history podcast 📲 Follow the podcast and share this episode with 3-4 fellow patriots who want to learn the true, untold stories of America’s history. Episode Chapters 01:30 Francis Lewis Signs the Declaration of Independence 03:24 Building the American Dream Before the Revolution 07:16 The British Destroy Everything He Built 10:09 Elizabeth Lewis Becomes a Prisoner of War 12:27 "Lives, Fortunes, and Sacred Honor": What It Really Means 🔔 Subscribe for More: Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport Share this episode and join the conversation! /episode/index/show/pasreport/id/42015925

The Politics of Envy: The Socialist Movement Republicans Still Don't Understand 07/08/2026

The Politics of Envy: The Socialist Movement Republicans Still Don't Understand The Politics of Envy is reshaping American politics, yet many Republicans and ordinary Americans still underestimate the growing influence of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA). In this episode of The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nicholas Giordano tears off the mask of "compassion" to expose how radical left-wing ideologues are executing a long-term cultural revolution inside the United States. Following a viral post confronting New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's July 4th address, Professor Giordano breaks down how the Democratic Socialists of America built a disciplined political machine backed by powerful funding networks. This episode examines the psychological shift from traditional American aspiration to weaponized resentment, the demographic reality of the DSA, the institutional capture of education and government, and why a socialist and communist message that struggled for generations is gaining traction today through civic ignorance and cultural change. What You'll Learn In This Episode: The Machine vs. the Myth: Why the Democratic Socialists of America has become far more organized, disciplined, and strategically effective than most Republicans realize. Envy Disguised as Compassion: How progressive messaging replaces aspiration and personal responsibility with resentment and dependency. The DSA Demographic Reality: What the organization's own internal survey reveals about who actually drives the movement and why it challenges the image of a working-class revolution. The Institutional Shift: How decades of influence in education, government, and culture created conditions that allowed socialist ideas to gain traction. The Immigration Reality Check: Why legal immigration patterns, global demand for American visas, and observable human behavior challenge the narrative that the United States is an inherently oppressive nation. Topics Covered: Politics of Envy, Democratic Socialists of America, DSA, Zohran Mamdani, New York City Politics, Socialism, Communism, Marxism, Cultural Revolution, Institutional Capture, American Exceptionalism, Civics Education, Political Realignment, American Politics 📲 Connect with the Show and take a moment to share this episode with friends, family, and colleagues, and leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Episode Chapters 02:38 Mayor Mamdani's America 250 Speech: The Warning Republicans Missed 07:58 The Democratic Socialists of America: The Political Machine Behind the Movement 16:03 The Politics of Envy: How Compassion Became a Political Weapon 25:48 Dependency vs. Personal Responsibility: The New American Divide 34:56 Socialism vs. Communism: What the DSA Actually Wants 40:05 Why Socialist Ideas Are Gaining Traction in America 46:06 Can America Preserve the Principles That Made It Exceptional? 🔔 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! /episode/index/show/pasreport/id/41993060

Democrat Socialist Party: How the Left's Radical Shift Became Mainstream (with Rich Valdes) 07/06/2026

Democrat Socialist Party: How the Left's Radical Shift Became Mainstream (with Rich Valdes) The Democrat Socialist Party no longer sit on the political fringe. “Democratic” socialism is reshaping the Democratic Party, and the consequences could redefine America's political future. In this episode of The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano welcomes Rich Valdes, host of This Is America, for a hard-hitting conversation on the growing influence of democratic socialism, the rise of Zohran Mamdani, and why traditional Republican messaging continues to fall short. From housing affordability and inflation to the battle for young voters and the defense of America's founding principles, this episode examines the ideas driving today's political realignment and what they mean for the future of the United States. What You'll Learn In This Episode: The Rise of Democratic Socialism: Why the Democrat Socialist movement continues to gain momentum and reshape the Democratic Party. Winning Young Voters: How economic frustration, housing affordability, and cultural messaging fuel growing support for socialist policies. The Republican Challenge: Why Republicans struggle to counter the Left's messaging and what must change to win the battle of ideas. The Housing Crisis: How inflation, interest rates, rent control, and the disappearance of starter homes have transformed the American Dream. Protecting Liberty: Why civic education, limited government, free markets, and individual responsibility remain essential to preserving the American experiment. Topics Covered: Democrat Socialist Party, democratic socialism, Democratic Party, Zohran Mamdani, Rich Valdes, This Is America podcast, socialism in America, capitalism vs socialism, free market capitalism, housing affordability, rent control, starter homes, economic opportunity, political messaging, public policy, American politics 📲 Connect with the Show and take a moment to share this episode with friends, family, and colleagues, and leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Chapters 02:36 The Democrat Socialist Party: From Fringe to Mainstream 03:08 Why Democratic Socialism Appeals to Young Americans 08:50 Why Republicans Keep Losing the Messaging War 11:53 How the Democratic Party Embraced Democratic Socialism 14:53 Capitalism vs. Socialism: Which System Actually Works? 21:03 Housing Affordability, Starter Homes & the Free Market 27:04 Why Zohran Mamdani Is Changing American Politics Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport Share this episode and join the conversation! /episode/index/show/pasreport/id/41961735

Declaration of Independence: What Most Americans Were Never Taught 07/02/2026

Declaration of Independence: What Most Americans Were Never Taught Why did America actually vote for independence on July 2nd, and who was the forgotten Italian patriot behind the words "all men are created equal"? Discover what most Americans were never taught about the Declaration of Independence as America celebrates its 250th anniversary. Why did fifty-six men lock themselves inside a sweltering room in Philadelphia, shut the windows to keep out royal spies, and sign a document that could have cost them everything? Most people believe the Declaration of Independence simply announced America's separation from Great Britain. It didn't. The Declaration answered one of the most important questions in political history: What gives any government the legitimate authority to rule? In this special America 250 episode of America's Founding Series on The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano uncovers the revolutionary philosophy that turned thousands of years of political thought upside down. Explore the timeless principles that became the American Creed, discover why the Declaration is far more than America's birth certificate, and learn why its ideas remain the foundation of liberty, constitutional government, and the American experiment 250 years later. What You'll Learn In This Episode: Why America voted for independence on July 2nd and the real purpose behind the Declaration of Independence The forgotten story of Filippo Mazzei and how an Italian patriot helped inspire one of the most famous phrases in American history The true meaning of "all men are created equal," unalienable rights, and the American Creed Why liberty and freedom are not the same thing and why understanding the difference changes how we think about rights and government What truly binds Americans together and why the Declaration of Independence remains America's operating manual 250 years later The P.A.S. Report's America's Founding Series goes beyond the dates, names, and battles to uncover the ideas, philosophy, and sacrifices that gave birth to the United States. If this episode challenges the way America is understood, share it with family and friends because the principles of the Declaration have endured for 250 years only because each generation has chosen to preserve and pass them on. Topics Covered: Declaration of Independence, July 4th, Independence Day, America 250, American Creed, Thomas Jefferson, Filippo Mazzei, Natural Rights, Liberty vs Freedom, Founding Fathers Episode Chapters 01:30 The Declaration of Independence: What Most Americans Never Learned 02:30 The Revolutionary Idea That Changed Human History 05:39 The Real Purpose of the Declaration of Independence 11:18 Natural Rights, Natural Law & the American Creed 15:47 "We Hold These Truths": What Jefferson Really Meant 19:45 Liberty vs. Freedom: The Difference That Changes Everything 23:06 Consent of the Governed & the Right to Alter Government 25:06 Lives, Fortunes & Sacred Honor: What It Means to Be American 🔔 Subscribe for More: Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport Share this episode and join the conversation! /episode/index/show/pasreport/id/41920135

Can Trump Really Drain the Swamp? | John Fawcett on the Deep State & 2028 07/01/2026

Can Trump Really Drain the Swamp? | John Fawcett on the Deep State & 2028 Can Trump Really Drain the Swamp? Washington promised bureaucratic accountability, yet the Deep State continues to grow. Discover why meaningful reform remains elusive, who still holds power behind the scenes, and what it means for the future of constitutional government. In this episode of The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano sits down with John Fawcett, host of The Great America Show, for a candid, unfiltered conversation on the Deep State, FBI and CIA influence, government corruption, corporate media bias, and the battle over America's political future. From Tulsi Gabbard's sweeping document declassifications as DNI and the lack of Department of Justice action against Anthony Fauci to FISA surveillance abuse, congressional dysfunction, the 2026 midterm elections, and the early 2028 Republican presidential battle between J.D. Vance and Marco Rubio, this episode examines the powerful institutions shaping American politics and asks whether Washington can ever truly reform itself. What You'll Learn In This Episode: The Deep State Infrastructure: Why unelected bureaucrats continue to operate with little accountability regardless of who occupies the White House. Corporate Media and Intelligence Agencies: How the FBI, CIA, and legacy media influence public narratives and shape political power. Tulsi Gabbard's Document Releases: Why government declassification matters and what newly released records reveal about transparency and accountability. Congressional Hypocrisy: Why Republicans continue to struggle with spending restraint, surveillance reform, and delivering on promises to drain the swamp. The Road to 2028: What the next presidential election and the global rise of conservative movements could mean for the future of the United States. Topics Covered: Deep State, Drain the Swamp, Donald Trump, John Fawcett, Tulsi Gabbard, Anthony Fauci, FBI, CIA, intelligence agencies, FISA surveillance, Department of Justice, government accountability, bureaucratic corruption, corporate media, media bias, J.D. Vance, Marco Rubio, Republican Party, 2026 midterms, 2028 election 📲 Connect with the Show and take a moment to share this episode with friends, family, and colleagues, and leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Chapters 02:36 Trump Derangement Syndrome and America's Political Divide 05:37 Media Bias, Iran, and the Deep State Narrative 11:43 Tulsi Gabbard's Document Releases and Government Accountability 18:54 FISA Surveillance: Can Trump Really Drain the Swamp? 23:29 Why Republicans Keep Failing to Deliver Reform 29:22 The Global Conservative Shift: Why the Right Is Winning 31:46 The 2028 Election: JD Vance, Marco Rubio, and the GOP's Future Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport Share this episode and join the conversation! /episode/index/show/pasreport/id/41905925

Why Foreigners Believe in America But So Many Americans Don't 06/29/2026

Why Foreigners Believe in America But So Many Americans Don't Why do foreigners believe in America while so many Americans no longer do? As Independence Day approaches and the nation prepares to celebrate America 250, this episode explores the growing disconnect between how the world views the United States and how many Americans view their own country. Millions of World Cup visitors arrived in America and left amazed by the freedom, opportunity, prosperity, and American values they experienced. At the same time, recent polling reveals a dramatic decline not just in Gen Z patriotism, but all Americans regardless of age, as more Americans question the nation's founding principles, reject American exceptionalism, and struggle to explain what makes the United States unique. This episode examines how America reached this point, analyzes the shocking progressive primary upset in New York's 13th District, and explains what every generation must do to preserve the American Creed. What You'll Learn In This Episode: Why World Cup visitors saw an America that many Americans no longer recognize How America gradually lost a shared national identity and why that threatens the future of the republic The difference between patriotism, healthy nationalism, and the balkanization of tribal identity What Barbara from Harlem's extraordinary life reveals about gratitude, resilience, and the true meaning of patriotism Why understanding America's founding principles remains essential to preserving liberty for future generations Topics Covered: American exceptionalism, American identity, American Creed, patriotism, Constitution, Declaration of Independence, America 250, World Cup, Gen Z patriotism, Western civilization, civic education, Darializa Avila Chevalier, Why Socialism Fails, Believe in America, July 4th, Independence Day 📲 Connect with the Show and take a moment to share this episode with friends, family, and colleagues, and leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Episode Chapters 00:00 Why the World Still Believes in America 02:45 America's Identity Crisis Begins 15:40 Why Americans Are Losing Pride in Their Country 23:56 How America Lost Its National Story 25:58 Patriotism vs. Nationalism: What's the Difference? 33:01 Barbara from Harlem and the American Creed 36:14 Why the American Creed Still Matters 38:32 The Rise of Socialism and Anti-Western Ideology 40:29 What Independence Day Is Really About 41:22 Can America Preserve Its Founding Ideals? 🔔 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! /episode/index/show/pasreport/id/41852750

Lydia Darragh | How an Ordinary Citizen Helped Save the Revolution 06/25/2026

Lydia Darragh | How an Ordinary Citizen Helped Save the Revolution How did Lydia Darragh, a quiet Quaker mother, become one of the most successful Revolutionary War spies of the American Revolution? On December 4, 1777, a single act of courage helped warn George Washington of a looming British attack and altered the course of history. When British officers unknowingly revealed a secret military plan inside her own home, Lydia Darragh faced a choice that could cost her life, her family, and everything she held dear. In this episode of America's Founding Series on The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano explores the remarkable true story of Lydia Darragh, one of the most important civilian intelligence operatives of the American Revolution. As British forces occupied Philadelphia during the bitter winter of 1777, Lydia found herself at the center of one of the most dramatic intelligence operations of the Revolutionary War. This episode goes beyond a traditional spy story. It reveals how ordinary citizens took ownership of American independence and why courage, personal responsibility, and civic virtue remain essential to preserving liberty nearly 250 years later. Lydia's story serves as a powerful reminder that history often turns on the actions of individuals willing to do what is right when the stakes are highest. 📲 If you enjoy authentic American history, America's Founding Series, and stories that highlight the character, courage, and sacrifice that built the United States, subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share this episode to help others discover the story of Lydia Darragh. What You'll Learn In This Episode: The Enemy in Her Home: How British officers unknowingly revealed a secret military operation inside the Darragh household. The Choice Over Comfort: Why Lydia risked execution, imprisonment, and the destruction of her family to support the Patriot cause. The Warning That Reached Washington: How Lydia's intelligence helped prepare the Continental Army for the British advance toward White Marsh. The Reality of Occupation: What life looked like for everyday Americans living under British control in Philadelphia. The Lesson for Today: Why the American Revolution succeeded because ordinary citizens chose courage, responsibility, and action over fear. Topics Covered: Lydia Darragh, American Revolution history, George Washington spy network, Women in the American Revolution, White Marsh, British Occupation of Philadelphia, Revolutionary War Spy, Continental Army History, America 250, American Independence, Founding Fathers Episode Chapters 00:00 The Winter of Despair: Is the American Revolution Lost? 02:43 Lydia Darragh Lives with the Enemy 05:37 The Secret British Plan That Could Crush Washington's Army 08:13 Lydia Darragh's Impossible Choice 10:55 The Mission to Warn George Washington 13:37 White Marsh: When the British Ambush Failed 16:27 Why Lydia Darragh Still Matters Today 🔔 Subscribe for More: Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport Share this episode and join the conversation! /episode/index/show/pasreport/id/41791940

Why the System Punishes Success: The Attack on Wealth Creation (with Dennis Kneale) 06/24/2026

Why the System Punishes Success: The Attack on Wealth Creation (with Dennis Kneale) Why the System Punishes Success isn't just a podcast title. It's a warning. Dennis Kneale exposes the growing attack on wealth creation, capitalism, and economic freedom in America. Veteran journalist, bestselling author, and former CNBC and Fox Business anchor Dennis Kneale joins The P.A.S. Report to discuss why government bureaucracy, excessive regulation, and the rise of socialist ideas threaten prosperity and innovation. From the economic ripples of the Iran ceasefire and global energy markets to the dangerous math behind proposed wealth taxes on innovators like Elon Musk, this conversation examines the economic forces shaping America's future. Drawing from his new book, , Dennis explains why a spoiled nation is turning against the very system that built the world's most successful economy. What You'll Learn in This Episode: Geopolitics & Energy: Why the Iran ceasefire and the Strait of Hormuz remain critical variables for global energy markets. The U.S. Production Boom: How rising American oil production has reshaped the geopolitical landscape and strengthened America's position in global energy markets. The Rise of Free-Market Envy: Why socialism continues to gain support among younger voters despite its history of economic failure. The Truth About Billionaires: The reality of Elon Musk's paper wealth versus liquid cash, and why politicians fundamentally misunderstand capital formation. Suffocating Innovation: How government regulations, local permitting bureaucracy, and political incentives actively discourage economic growth and entrepreneurship. Topics Covered: capitalism, socialism, wealth creation, Dennis Kneale, Ore-Goners, Elon Musk net worth, wealth taxes, Iran ceasefire, Strait of Hormuz, energy markets, oil prices, inflation, economic freedom, free market capitalism, 📲 Connect with the Show and take a moment to share this episode with friends, family, and colleagues, and leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Chapters 00:00 Why the System Punishes Success 03:01 Iran, Oil Prices & Market Stability 05:45 Inflation, Gas Prices & Economic Reality 08:41 Iran Ceasefire: Is the Deal Already Falling Apart? 14:50 Why Young Americans Are Embracing Socialism 18:58 Elon Musk, Wealth Taxes & the Attack on Wealth Creation 22:58 How Government Regulations Kill Innovation 26:43 Can New York Survive the Socialist Shift? Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport Share this episode and join the conversation! /episode/index/show/pasreport/id/41743035

Was the Iran War Worth It? The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of Trump’s Iran MOU 06/22/2026

Was the Iran War Worth It? The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of Trump’s Iran MOU Iran War analysis takes center stage as Professor Nick Giordano breaks down whether Trump’s Iran MOU represents strategic victory, dangerous ambiguity, or a temporary pause that gives Tehran time. The real question is simple: Did America force the outcome it wanted, or did Iran survive long enough to make Washington soften its demands? In this episode of The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Giordano examines the good, the bad, and the ugly of Trump’s Iran MOU. He explains how the U.S. military shattered Iran’s military capabilities, why the Strait of Hormuz and strategic oil reserves changed the equation, and how Tehran may use enriched uranium, proxy networks, and economic pressure to shape the final outcome. What You’ll Learn In This Episode: Why the Iran War weakened Tehran’s military, air force, navy, missile systems, and drone capabilities How Trump’s Iran MOU creates serious concerns over vague language, sanctions relief, proxy loopholes, and the Strait of Hormuz Why highly enriched uranium remains the ultimate test of whether America achieved real victory or merely delayed the threat How Iran may use Hezbollah, the Houthis, and other proxies as bargaining chips for sanctions relief Why China, Russia, North Korea, and terrorist networks may study this conflict as a blueprint for making America blink Was the Iran War worth it? The answer depends on whether Trump’s MOU locks in American leverage or allows Iran to stall, rebuild, and claim survival. Topics covered: Iran War, Trump Iran MOU, Strait of Hormuz, Iran nuclear program, highly enriched uranium, sanctions relief, Iran proxy networks, Hezbollah and the Houthis, strategic oil reserves, Middle East conflict 📲 Connect with the Show and take a moment to share this episode with friends, family, and colleagues, and leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Episode Chapters 00:00 Was the Iran War Worth It? 05:08 How U.S. Forces Crippled Iran’s Military 12:43 Trump’s Iran MOU: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly 20:43 Why Time Helps Iran Stall and Regroup 25:53 Iran’s Proxy Loophole: Hezbollah, Houthis, and Sanctions 32:05 Strait of Hormuz, Oil Reserves, and Global Economic Pressure 36:06 Did America Force Victory or Let Iran Survive? 🔔 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! /episode/index/show/pasreport/id/41713930

The Birth of the Continental Army: The Day America Took Ownership of Its Destiny 06/18/2026

The Birth of the Continental Army: The Day America Took Ownership of Its Destiny The Birth of the Continental Army. How did the Second Continental Congress create the Continental Army on June 14, 1775, a full year before the Declaration of Independence? The creation of the Continental Army marked one of the most important turning points of the American Revolution and launched George Washington's leadership before the United States officially existed. Long before the Founding Fathers declared independence, Congress faced an impossible question: How do you fight a war when your country doesn't exist yet? In this episode of America's Founding Series on The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano strips away the textbook myths to reveal the real story behind the birth of the Continental Army. Discover how John Adams engineered one of the most consequential political decisions in American history, why George Washington became the ideal choice to command the new force, and how a collection of local militias helped forge an American identity before America officially existed. This isn't just a story about military history. It's a story about liberty, civic responsibility, self-government, and the moment Americans took ownership of their destiny. What You'll Learn In This Episode: Why the creation of the Continental Army mattered more than many of the famous battles of the American Revolution How John Adams transformed a regional New England conflict into a truly American cause Why George Washington's appointment carried enormous political significance beyond military leadership How the Continental Army forged an American identity before the United States officially existed What modern Americans can learn about liberty, self-government, civic responsibility, and the preservation of freedom As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, this episode explores a forgotten truth: liberty requires responsibility. The men who created the Continental Army understood that freedom cannot survive when citizens refuse to defend it. The question is whether Americans still understand that lesson today. If you value real history and thoughtful analysis, subscribe to The P.A.S. Report Podcast, leave a five-star review, and share this episode with family and friends. Topics Covered: Continental Army | June 14, 1775 | Second Continental Congress | George Washington | John Adams | American Revolution | Founding Fathers | Revolutionary War | American Independence | U.S. History | America's Founding Series | Liberty and Responsibility | Civic Duty | Self-Government | American History Podcast 📲 Connect with the Show and take a moment to share this episode with friends, family, and colleagues, and leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Timestamps 00:00 How Do You Fight a War Without a Country? 02:38 Thirteen Colonies, One Impossible Problem 05:47 John Adams' Bold Gamble 08:42 Congress Creates the Continental Army 11:37 Why George Washington Was the Perfect Choice 14:22 The Day Americans Took Ownership of Their Destiny 🔔 Subscribe for More: Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport Share this episode and join the conversation! /episode/index/show/pasreport/id/41679215

John Brennan Exposed: CIA Power, Profit & Terror Failures (with Ian Trottier) 06/17/2026

John Brennan Exposed: CIA Power, Profit & Terror Failures (with Ian Trottier) John Brennan Exposed: CIA power, profit, and terror failures take center stage in this explosive interview with Ian Trottier. Did America’s intelligence bureaucracy protect national security, or did powerful officials manipulate the system while taxpayers paid the price? In this episode of The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano speaks with Ian Trottier, author of High Stakes Treason: How John Brennan Compromised American Security for Millions. Trottier lays out his independent open-source research involving SEC filings, official ethics waivers, White House visitor logs, and the National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC). This conversation explores the post-9/11 intelligence apparatus, unelected intelligence bureaucrats, the deep state, and how companies like The Analysis Corporation intersect with government contracting oversight. What You’ll Learn In This Episode: The Financial Paper Trail: How Ian Trottier connects John Brennan, CIA power, and alleged stock fraud and financial conflicts of interest. The Documentation: Why SEC filings, handwritten ethics disclosures, and White House visitor logs are central to this case. NCTC System Manipulation: How the National Counterterrorism Center changed intelligence-sharing and centralized counterterrorism protocols after 9/11. Terror Failures: Why Trottier argues intelligence compartmentalization contributed to major terror attacks, including the Boston Marathon bombing. Institutional Accountability: What this case reveals about unelected intelligence bureaucrats, missing congressional oversight, and the modern national security state. This episode challenges listeners to examine the official documents, question the corporate media narrative, and demand structural accountability from those who wield unchecked intelligence power in America. Topics covered: John Brennan, CIA, Ian Trottier, High Stakes Treason, SEC filings, ethics waivers, White House visitor logs, National Counterterrorism Center, NCTC, The Analysis Corporation, counterterrorism policy, post-9/11 intelligence, intelligence-sharing, Boston Marathon bombing, government contracting, deep state, unelected bureaucracy, congressional oversight, national security state, intelligence abuse, terror failures. 📲 Connect with the Show and take a moment to share this episode with friends, family, and colleagues, and leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Chapters 00:00 John Brennan Exposed with Ian Trottier 01:19 Allegations Against John Brennan 03:49 SEC Filings, Ethics Waivers, and Stock Profits 07:49 NCTC and Brennan’s Intelligence Protocols 11:27 Terror Failures, Snowden, and Intel Compartmentalization 18:08 DOJ, FBI, and Congressional Oversight Failures 22:56 White House Visitor Logs and Alleged Manipulation 26:00 Conspiracy Claims and Accountability 29:12 The Deep State, CIA Power, and Constitutional Government Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport Share this episode and join the conversation! /episode/index/show/pasreport/id/41665320

Europe’s Migration Crisis: Belfast Riots Expose Elite Gaslighting 06/15/2026

Europe’s Migration Crisis: Belfast Riots Expose Elite Gaslighting Europe's Migration Crisis has reached a breaking point, and the Belfast riots exposed a reality that political leaders can no longer ignore. As governments blame social media, misinformation, and public frustration, millions of citizens across Europe are asking a different question: What happens when governments stop listening to their own people? The attempted decapitation attack in Belfast serves as the catalyst for a much larger conversation about mass migration, immigration policy, assimilation, national identity, censorship, and the growing divide between European governments and the people they govern. This episode examines why trust in institutions continues to collapse, why anti-establishment parties continue to surge, and why many citizens believe political leaders spent years ignoring obvious warning signs while dismissing legitimate concerns as racism, extremism, or misinformation. What You'll Learn In This Episode: Why the Belfast riots represent a broader European backlash against mass migration policies How assimilation failures and parallel societies fuel growing social and political tensions Why many Europeans believe governments police speech more aggressively than they protect public safety How political elites use misinformation narratives, censorship, and social pressure to control public debate Why the crisis unfolding across Europe serves as a warning for the United States and other Western nations From the Henry Nowak case to the response of Northern Ireland's political leadership, this episode connects the dots between immigration policy, cultural cohesion, government legitimacy, and the dangerous consequences that emerge when leaders stop listening to the people they represent. Topics covered: Europe's Migration Crisis, Belfast Riots, Michelle O'Neill, Henry Nowak, Northern Ireland, Mass Migration, Immigration Policy, Assimilation Failures, No-Go Zones, Parallel Societies, Free Speech Censorship, Social Media, Administrative State, Government Legitimacy, Western Civilization. 📲 Connect with the Show and take a moment to share this episode with friends, family, and colleagues, and leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Episode Chapters 00:00 Government Views Its Own Citizens as Threats 02:21 Political Leaders and Public Frustration 06:50 The Consequences of Ignoring Public Concerns 14:13 The Civilizational Question 15:49 The Debate on Assimilation 21:38 The Fragmentation of Society 27:09 Government Responses to Public Anger 35:41 The Role of Social Media in Public Discourse 39:54 The Warning Signs of a Broader Crisis 🔔 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! /episode/index/show/pasreport/id/41641065

John Laurens: Why True Liberty Demands Consistency 06/11/2026

John Laurens: Why True Liberty Demands Consistency Discover the story of John Laurens, the overlooked American Revolution Founder who worked alongside George Washington and Alexander Hamilton, but dared to challenge his own allies over America’s greatest contradiction. In this episode of America’s Founding Series, part of The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano reveals how a wealthy South Carolina aristocrat risked his fortune, status, and reputation to advance a vision of liberty that applied to all people. As America approaches its 250th anniversary, Laurens’ story offers a powerful lesson about moral courage, the American Revolution, and why true liberty demands consistency. What You’ll Learn In This Episode: Why John Laurens became one of George Washington’s most trusted officers during the American Revolution. How Enlightenment ideas transformed Laurens from a privileged planter’s son into a fierce advocate for liberty. The details behind the bold plan Laurens proposed to raise Black regiments and grant freedom in exchange for military service. Why many Patriot leaders chose political pragmatism while Laurens refused to compromise on principle. What Laurens’ life reveals about moral courage, political consistency, and defending liberty in our modern landscape. John Laurens never became president, signed the Constitution, or held high political office. Yet his willingness to challenge his own side and confront uncomfortable truths left a lasting mark on the American story. His life serves as a reminder that preserving freedom requires more than loyalty to a cause. It requires fidelity to the principles that make that cause worth defending. 📲 Connect with the Show and take a moment to share this episode with friends, family, and colleagues, and leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Timestamps 00:00 The Tragic Death of John Laurens 01:53 The Founder Who Challenged His Own Side 03:25 Born Into Privilege, Transformed by Liberty 05:10 Laurens, Washington, Hamilton, and the Revolution 06:45 America’s Greatest Contradiction 08:35 Challenging the Southern Status Quo 10:00 The Bold Plan to Arm Black Soldiers 12:20 South Carolina Rejects Laurens’ Vision 14:30 Yorktown and the Unfinished Revolution 16:40 A Patriot Lost Before Peace 18:10 Why True Liberty Demands Consistency 🔔 Subscribe for More: Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport Share this episode and join the conversation! /episode/index/show/pasreport/id/41597270

Why Trump Walked Out on 'Meet the Press': The Death of Real Journalism (with Steve Malzberg) 06/10/2026

Why Trump Walked Out on 'Meet the Press': The Death of Real Journalism (with Steve Malzberg) The Trump Meet the Press interview exposed everything broken about corporate media, political bias, and the collapse of real journalism. Newsbusters contributor Steve Malzberg joins Professor Nick Giordano on The P.A.S. Report Podcast to break down why President Donald Trump walked out on Kristen Welker, how activist journalists have turned high-profile interviews into ideological combat, and why so many Americans no longer trust the legacy press. In this episode, they examine the fallout from the viral Trump-Welker clash, the media’s staggering double standards, California election integrity questions, massive government fraud, Republican messaging failures, and the rapid rise of independent journalism. As the corporate press continues to protect power rather than challenge it, this conversation exposes how modern journalism became political warfare. Visit PASReport.com for links to Steve Malzberg's columns and follow him on social media @SteveMTalk. What You’ll Learn In This Episode: The real reason Trump walked out on Kristen Welker and what Meet the Press refuses to admit to viewers. How corporate media outlets use biased fact-checking to control political narratives instead of seeking the truth. Why everyday Americans are labeled conspiracy theorists for asking legitimate questions about voting anomalies and election data. What massive government fraud revelations show about media priorities and taxpayer accountability. Why independent journalists are gaining ground as legacy media credibility collapses. 📲 Connect with the Show and take a moment to share this episode with friends, family, and colleagues, and leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Chapters 00:00 The Corporate Press Abandons Real Journalism 09:46 Why Trump Walked Out on Meet the Press 12:47 Election Integrity, Media Spin, and Public Distrust 24:39 Independent Journalism Fills the Legacy Media Void 36:38 Political Discourse in the Age of Media Propaganda Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport Share this episode and join the conversation! /episode/index/show/pasreport/id/41584840

California Primary Chaos: Blue State Voters Reward Failure 06/08/2026

California Primary Chaos: Blue State Voters Reward Failure California Primary Chaos exposes a deeper problem: blue state voters keep rewarding failure. The political class hides behind “experience,” but what has that experience actually produced? In this episode of The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano breaks down the chaos surrounding the California primary and uses it to expose a larger crisis of governance across America’s blue states and urban centers. From Los Angeles and the Mayor Karen Bass vs. Spencer Pratt primary fallout to the decline of quality of life in New York, Chicago, Boston, New Jersey, and Virginia, failed leaders keep getting rewarded while ordinary taxpayers foot the bill. Professor Giordano exposes the political experience scam, the broken ballot-counting timelines destroying public confidence, the Senate defeat of the SAVE America Act, and the political Stockholm Syndrome that keeps voters tied to the same failed leadership. What You’ll Learn In This Episode: California Primary Chaos: Why drawn-out ballot counting raises serious questions about election competence, voter trust, and institutional stability. The Experience Scam: How career politicians use tenure as a shield to avoid accountability for failure. Blue State Voter Failure: Why deep-blue cities keep reelecting leaders who make communities less safe and life more expensive. Coast-to-Coast Decay: How New York, Chicago, Boston, New Jersey, and Virginia reveal the same pattern of ideological governance. Nonvoter Malpractice: Why Republicans and independents who sit out local and school board elections share responsibility for the mess they complain about. The political class is managing decline and calling it progress. This episode delivers a blunt wake-up call: bad government survives because voters tolerate it. Experience in a failing system is not a qualification. It is evidence of decay. 📲 Connect with the Show and take a moment to share this episode with friends, family, and colleagues, and leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Episode Chapters 00:00 California Primary Chaos and the Vote Counting Delays 05:44 The Senate Defeat of the SAVE America Act 12:10 The Experience Scam: Mayor Karen Bass vs. Spencer Pratt 17:30 LAHSA Corruption and California’s Train to Nowhere 23:32 Coast-to-Coast Decay: From Albany and Newark to Boston and Sacramento 32:11 Political Stockholm Syndrome and the Local Voter Problem 36:05 Civic Malpractice: Election Turnout and Voter Apathy 40:32 Fire Your Leaders: Demand Results Over Titles 🔔 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! /episode/index/show/pasreport/id/41564900

Richard Henry Lee: The Founding Father Who Made July 4th Possible 06/04/2026

Richard Henry Lee: The Founding Father Who Made July 4th Possible Richard Henry Lee is the Founding Father who made July 4th possible, yet most Americans barely know his name. Before the Declaration of Independence and Jefferson’s immortal words, Lee forced the Second Continental Congress to choose independence. In this episode of America’s Founding Series, part of The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano marks the 250-year anniversary of the Lee Resolution, introduced on June 7, 1776, at the Pennsylvania State House. Discover how Richard Henry Lee moved the colonies from resistance to separation, why Congress was deeply fractured, and how June 7th set the stage for the Declaration of Independence, July 4th, and the birth of the United States. What You’ll Learn: Why Richard Henry Lee deserves recognition as one of America’s most important Founding Fathers How the Lee Resolution made July 4th and the Declaration of Independence possible Why June 7, 1776, forced the Second Continental Congress to finally choose independence How the fierce debate between radicals and moderates like John Dickinson shaped the vote The difference between July 2nd, the vote for independence, and July 4th, the adoption of the Declaration What Lee’s courage teaches Americans today about liberty, self-government, and constitutional responsibility Richard Henry Lee did not write the Declaration of Independence, but he forced Congress to make the decision that required one. This forgotten moment in American Revolution history reminds every generation that liberty demands more than slogans. It requires courage, responsibility, and a people willing to govern themselves. 📲 Connect with the Show and take a moment to share this episode with friends, family, and colleagues, and leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Timestamps 00:00 The Crucial Moment in Independence Hall 02:18 Who Was Richard Henry Lee? 04:36 The Lee Resolution and the Road to Independence 08:09 Delays, Doubts, and the Vote for Independence 11:49 July 2nd, July 4th, and the Declaration of Independence 14:22 Richard Henry Lee’s Forgotten Legacy 17:28 Liberty and the Responsibilities of Self-Government 🔔 Subscribe for More: Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport Share this episode and join the conversation! /episode/index/show/pasreport/id/41523810

Exposing the SPLC: A Father’s Fight Against Bureaucratic Weaponization 06/03/2026

Exposing the SPLC: A Father’s Fight Against Bureaucratic Weaponization How does a concerned father challenging a school board curriculum wind up facing federal travel scrutiny and an FBI visit? Terry Newsome joins The P.A.S. Report Podcast to expose the terrifying reality of how parental rights, free speech, and political dissent are being targeted by America’s label-and-smear machine. In this powerful episode, Terry Newsome, father of twins, Illinois Chapter President of Parents Involved in Education, and host of Behind Enemy Lines, tells his story of being targeted after challenging explicit material in local schools. The conversation breaks down a chilling timeline showing how the Southern Poverty Law Center, activist networks, legacy media outlets, and federal bureaucratic institutions can create a pipeline that intimidates parents, weaponizes labels, and silences ordinary Americans. What You’ll Learn In This Episode: The Local Catalyst: How Terry Newsome went from an ordinary father to a school board activist fighting for curriculum transparency. The SPLC Smear Machine: How a national ideological organization can turn local parental dissent into an “extremism” narrative. The Federal Fallout: How Terry says the SPLC campaign was followed by TSA PreCheck issues, repeated Quad-S travel screenings, and an FBI visit. The Media Echo Chamber: How legacy media amplification turns NGO hit pieces into public reputational attacks. The Fightback Strategy: What ordinary citizens can do when powerful public-private institutions try to chill free speech. This episode exposes the SPLC machine, the weaponization of government agencies, and the growing danger of allowing unelected ideological organizations to influence law enforcement, shape public narratives, and target parents who refuse to stay quiet. 📲 Connect with the Show and take a moment to share this episode with friends, family, and colleagues, and leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Timestamps 00:00 The Fight Against Indoctrination 01:28 Awakening to Educational Concerns 03:48 The School Board Meetings and Activism 09:50 Targeted by the Southern Poverty Law Center 15:38 Consequences of Being Labeled a Radical 18:58 The Coordination of Antifa and SPLC 21:17 Legal Actions Against the SPLC 22:09 Personal Experiences with TSA and Domestic Terrorism 28:18 Engagement with Congress and Political Activism 31:32 The Role of Bureaucracy and Media in Politics 35:11 Awakening the Public to the Ongoing War Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport Share this episode and join the conversation! /episode/index/show/pasreport/id/41506835

Domestic Terror Strategy: Trump’s Fix Isn’t Enough 06/01/2026

Domestic Terror Strategy: Trump’s Fix Isn’t Enough The National Strategy for Countering Domestic Terrorism has been rewritten and the domestic terror strategy has changed, but has the real problem actually been solved? Nearly five years after the Biden administration transformed domestic surveillance, the Trump administration narrowed the counterterrorism focus back toward violence and criminal conduct. This episode of The P.A.S. Report Podcast examines the Trump administration’s revisions to the domestic terror framework, the constitutional dangers of the previous guidelines, and why the permanent bureaucracy remains one of the greatest threats to American liberty. While the revised strategy strips away vague ideological metrics like “anti-government” and “anti-authority” sentiment, the administrative machinery that enabled recent government abuses remains fully intact. From intelligence-sharing fusion centers to public-private censorship pipelines and sweeping surveillance authorities, the underlying weaponization infrastructure is merely waiting for the next administration. What You’ll Learn In This Episode: The Original Sin: How the 2021 Domestic Terror Strategy shifted the threshold away from criminal conduct and toward ideological “sentiment.” The Overhaul: Why the Trump administration’s policy pivot represents a necessary constitutional correction. The NSPM-7 Paradox: What National Security Presidential Memorandum 7 does, and how it could be turned against citizens again. The Surveillance Pattern: How the Patriot Act, Total Information Awareness, and PRISM reveal 25 years of expanding bureaucratic power. The Congressional Failure: Why Congress keeps passing clean FISA reauthorizations while abdicating real oversight. Five years later, the debate is no longer about one president or one party. It is about whether a constitutional republic can survive a weaponized bureaucracy that treats political dissent, free speech, and ideological disagreement as predictive threat indicators. 📲 Connect with the Show and take a moment to share this episode with friends, family, and colleagues, and leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Episode Chapters 00:00 The Domestic Terror Strategy and the Threat to Liberty 05:44 How “Anti-Government Sentiment” Became a Warning Sign 08:23 The Rise of Domestic Ideological Surveillance 16:30 Trump’s Revisions: A Necessary Course Correction 21:32 NSPM-7 and the Risk of Future Weaponization 29:11 The Permanent Bureaucracy Behind the Surveillance State 40:05 Why Congress Must Dismantle the Machinery 🔔 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! /episode/index/show/pasreport/id/41482195

Don’t Tread on Me: Christopher Gadsden’s Warning 05/28/2026

Don’t Tread on Me: Christopher Gadsden’s Warning Don’t Tread on Me was never just a flag. It was Christopher Gadsden’s warning about what happens when free people get comfortable with power. In this episode of The P.A.S. Report Podcast, the America’s Founding Series tells the story of Christopher Gadsden, the South Carolina patriot behind the iconic Gadsden flag and the enduring phrase, Don’t Tread on Me. From the Stamp Act crisis to the fall of Charleston, from revolutionary defiance to imprisonment in St. Augustine, Gadsden’s story reveals why liberty requires vigilance, courage, and a people willing to say no when government power goes too far. What You’ll Learn In This Episode: The Making of a Firebrand: How Christopher Gadsden became one of the most aggressive Patriot voices in South Carolina. The Danger of Incrementalism: Why the Stamp Act crisis was never just about a tax on paper, but about sovereignty, precedent, and arbitrary power. The Symbol of the Rattlesnake: The real meaning behind the Gadsden flag and why it was designed as a warning, not a call for conquest. The Test of Conviction: How the fall of Charleston and solitary confinement at Castillo de San Marcos tested Gadsden’s dedication to the cause. The Modern Lesson: Why Gadsden’s warning still matters as government power and bureaucratic authority continue to expand. Christopher Gadsden’s life was filled with contradictions, but his message remains clear: liberty dies when citizens stop guarding it. This episode connects the American Revolution, the Gadsden flag, limited government, and the founding generation’s fight against tyrannical overreach to the challenges facing Americans today as we celebrate America 250. 📲 Connect with the Show and take a moment to share this episode with friends, family, and colleagues, and leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Timestamps 00:00 The Symbolism of the Gadsden Flag 02:59 Christopher Gadsden: A Complex Patriot 05:27 The Incremental Nature of Power 08:37 The Rattlesnake Flag: A Revolutionary Identity 11:25 Facing Consequences: Gadsden's Defiance 14:02 Lessons from Gadsden's Life and Legacy 🔔 Subscribe for More: Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport Share this episode and join the conversation! : *Disclosure: If a purchase is made through these links, PA Strategies, LLC may earn a commission at no additional cost to the buyer. /episode/index/show/pasreport/id/41438390

"Nazi" Smears and Campus Hypocrisy: Higher Ed's Toxic Double Standard 05/27/2026

"Nazi" Smears and Campus Hypocrisy: Higher Ed's Toxic Double Standard “Nazi” Smears & Campus Hypocrisy expose Higher Ed’s Toxic Double Standard as universities preach civility while excusing ideological attacks. Universities love to talk about inclusion, safety, and respect, but what happens when a conservative professor is smeared in front of students and the university shrugs? In this episode of The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nicholas Giordano speaks with professor, author, and Campus Reform Higher Ed Fellow Adam Ellwanger about his latest Campus Reform piece detailing how a colleague allegedly called him a “Nazi white supremacist” in front of an entire classroom. Ellwanger explains what happened, how the university responded, and why the incident reveals a much larger crisis inside American higher education. The conversation goes beyond one campus smear to examine academic freedom, DEI loopholes, faculty ideological capture, declining college standards, weak writing skills, AI plagiarism, and the death of the college credential. Giordano and Ellwanger expose how higher education’s toxic double standard protects leftist privilege while students, parents, taxpayers, and employers pay the price. What You’ll Learn In This Episode How “Nazi” smears and ideological labels are used to intimidate conservative professors and silence dissent. Why campus hypocrisy exposes a toxic double standard in university speech codes and professional standards. How DEI loopholes and faculty hiring practices keep higher education ideologically captured. Why the college credential is losing value as employers drop four-year degree requirements. How AI, poor writing skills, and collapsing academic standards are weakening critical thinking. 📲 Connect with the Show Read Adam Ellwanger’s article at . Visit to subscribe to the newsletter and share this episode. Follow The P.A.S. Report Podcast so you never miss new episodes exposing the issues shaping America. Timestamps 00:00 Introduction: “Nazi” Smears and Campus Hypocrisy 02:44 What Happened in the Classroom 05:38 The University’s Response and Investigation 08:44 Higher Education’s Toxic Double Standard 11:39 How Labels Silence Conservative Professors 18:22 DEI, Faculty Hiring, and Academic Rot 23:44 Is Higher Education Facing a Reckoning? 29:27 AI, Writing Skills, and Blue Book Exams 32:37 Why Writing Builds Critical Thinking 38:32 Final Thoughts on Higher Ed’s Future Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport Share this episode and join the conversation! /episode/index/show/pasreport/id/41416360

How Government Dependency Destroys Freedom 05/25/2026

How Government Dependency Destroys Freedom How Government Dependency Destroys Freedom: America is being conditioned to believe dependency is compassion and success is selfish. In this episode, Professor Nicholas Giordano exposes how government growth, fraud, and victimhood politics are eroding self-reliance, capitalism, and the American spirit. From the Vance fraud task force uncovering massive abuse in taxpayer-funded programs to New York City’s fiscal collapse and California’s homelessness disaster, this episode breaks down how bloated bureaucracies fail repeatedly while demanding more money and more power. The conversation explores the dangerous connection between economic dependency and political control using the ideas of Milton Friedman and Thomas Sowell, while explaining why capitalism, personal responsibility, and self-governance remain essential to preserving liberty. What You’ll Learn: How government dependency weakens freedom and expands political control Why fraud, waste, and abuse are actively protected by the political class What Milton Friedman and Thomas Sowell understood about economic freedom How failed government programs continue growing despite terrible results Why rebuilding self-reliance and accountability is essential to saving the republic 📲 If the American ethic is worth fighting for, take a moment to share this episode with friends, family, and colleagues, and leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Episode Chapters 00:00 Introduction: When Did Success Become a Villain? 04:13 The Socialist Push and the Destruction of the Republic 08:41 The Collapse of Infrastructure and Education in New York 15:01 The Need for Capitalism and Free Enterprise 33:34 COVID, Government Mandates, and Economic Fear 39:44 The Dangers of the Victimhood Industrial Complex 44:33 The Importance of Personal Responsibility and 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! /episode/index/show/pasreport/id/41406185

James Forten: From Prisoner to American Giant 05/21/2026

James Forten: From Prisoner to American Giant James Forten: From Prisoner to American Giant tells the remarkable story of a 14-year-old Revolutionary War patriot who refused to betray the American cause. Born free in Philadelphia, captured by the British, and imprisoned aboard the notorious prison ship Jersey, James Forten returned home and built himself into one of America’s most successful Black entrepreneurs. In this episode of the America’s Founding Series, discover how Forten used capitalism, self-reliance, wealth creation, and moral conviction to fight for liberty and force America to live up to its founding promise. Inside the Episode: The True Patriot: Why James Forten’s Revolutionary War service reveals real American patriotism From Prisoner to Power: How Forten went from prisoner of war to dominant Philadelphia businessman Capitalist Liberation: Why wealth creation became a powerful tool for liberty and reform Reclaiming Citizenship: How Forten challenged colonization and claimed America as his home The Modern Lesson: What Forten teaches about capitalism, self-reliance, and America 250 James Forten’s life is not a story of victimhood. It is a story of victory through courage, competence, and conviction. As America approaches its 250th birthday, his legacy reminds us why the American promise is worth knowing, defending, and passing on. 📲 Follow the podcast and share this episode with 3-4 fellow patriots who want to learn the true, untold stories of America’s history. Timestamps 00:00 The Courage of a Young Patriot 02:52 James Forten: A Story of American Exceptionalism 07:26 From Captivity to Success: Forten's Journey 11:46 Economic Independence and Civic Responsibility 18:47 Forten's Legacy: Building, Owning, and Leading 🔔 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! /episode/index/show/pasreport/id/41369670

Is the Deep State Untouchable? Sharyl Attkisson on Government Abuse 05/20/2026

Is the Deep State Untouchable? Sharyl Attkisson on Government Abuse Is the Deep State untouchable? Sharyl Attkisson joins The P.A.S. Report to expose how government abuse, media corruption, and bureaucratic immunity protect the powerful while punishing dissent. Award-winning investigative journalist Sharyl Attkisson, host of Full Measure and author of Follow the Science, breaks down the DOJ indictment of former Fauci adviser Dr. David Morens, the COVID coverup culture, FOIA abuses, public health fear campaigns, and the danger of partisan outside organizations influencing federal threat assessments. This episode examines how narrative control, censorship, and government immunity create a system where accountability becomes nearly impossible. What You’ll Learn: The Morens Indictment: How the David Morens case exposes deeper evasion tactics inside the public health bureaucracy. Evasion of Oversight: How bureaucrats evade FOIA and public records laws while Congress performs outrage. The Media Fear Machine: Why coordinated fear campaigns, including virus coverage, deserve skepticism after COVID. The Immunity Armor: How government immunity and legal barriers protect officials from accountability. Institutional Capture: How partisan outside organizations influence federal agencies and threat assessments. Sharyl Attkisson reveals why government abuse thrives when the bureaucracy polices itself, the media protects preferred narratives, and citizens are left fighting a system designed to outlast them. 📲 Subscribe, listen, and share The P.A.S. Report Podcast to stay informed on the latest political issues shaping America. Timestamps 01:30 David Morens, FOIA Abuse, and COVID Accountability 04:11 Why Congress Fails to Rein In Government Abuse 06:44 FISA, Surveillance, and Intelligence Community Power 10:23 Sharyl Attkisson’s Fight Against Government Intrusion 13:40 Partisan Groups, Threat Labels, and Political Dissent 16:23 Hantavirus, COVID, and the Public Health Fear Machine 19:32 Bureaucrats Versus the President’s Authority 23:34 Can Intelligence Agencies Actually Be Reformed? 26:03 Media Corruption, Narrative Control, and Propaganda 29:51 Conspiracy Theories and Why Questions Get Silenced 🔔 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! /episode/index/show/pasreport/id/41347510

Saving Democracy by Destroying It: The Democrat Power Grab 05/18/2026

Saving Democracy by Destroying It: The Democrat Power Grab Saving Democracy by Destroying It: The Democrat Power Grab exposes how the modern Left increasingly labels constitutional safeguards as “anti-democratic” when they block progressive power. From Hakeem Jeffries’ floated judicial purge to Kamala Harris’s “no bad idea” brainstorming on radical structural changes, this episode breaks down the effort to reshape America’s governing framework. The P.A.S. Report examines the Founders’ original intent behind our constitutional republic and connects the dots between court packing, abolishing the Electoral College, eliminating the Senate filibuster, pushing D.C. statehood, weakening border enforcement, and mass amnesty. Host Nick Giordano explains why these are not random ideas, but part of a broader push to engineer a new country and cement permanent political dominance. What You’ll Learn In This Episode: The Judicial Death Spiral: Why court packing destroys the moral authority and legitimacy of the judiciary. The Electoral College Civics Lesson: Why the Founders rejected pure democracy and protected the voice of the states. The D.C. Statehood Power Play: Why the Left rejects retrocession and insists on statehood to alter the Senate. Reshaping the Electorate: How open borders and weakened safeguards affect American communities. The Linguistic Trick: How activists reframe checks and balances as “threats to democracy” to justify institutional arson. 📲 Subscribe, listen, and share The P.A.S. Report Podcast to stay informed on the latest political issues shaping America. Timestamps 00:00 Democrats Redefine Democracy as Power 02:14 Attacking Constitutional Safeguards 06:55 Why the Founders Built Restraints 15:03 Court Packing and Judicial Legitimacy 19:38 The Electoral College Civics Lesson 34:36 D.C. Statehood and Senate Power 47:50 Why Civic Knowledge Still Matters 🔔 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! /episode/index/show/pasreport/id/41324515

Caesar Rodney: The Ride That Saved Independence 05/14/2026

Caesar Rodney: The Ride That Saved Independence Caesar Rodney: The Ride That Saved Independence tells the incredible true story of the forgotten Founding Father whose 80-mile midnight ride helped secure Delaware’s vote for American independence. Sick, disfigured by cancer, and battling a literal storm, Caesar Rodney rode through the night in July 1776 to cast the deciding vote that helped change the course of the American Revolution. While every American knows George Washington crossing the Delaware, few know about Caesar Rodney’s desperate journey to Philadelphia to help unite the colonies behind independence. In this episode of America’s Founding Series, host Nick Giordano explores the high-stakes political divisions inside the Continental Congress, the enormous risks facing the Founders, and the timeless lesson that liberty survives only when citizens show up. What You’ll Learn: Why Delaware’s vote became a critical turning point for American independence How Caesar Rodney’s physical suffering reveals the true meaning of sacrifice and duty Why George Read feared the colonies were moving too fast toward revolution The dramatic story behind Rodney’s overnight ride through stormy conditions to Philadelphia What Caesar Rodney’s actions teach about citizenship, courage, and self-government today 📲 Follow the podcast and share this episode with 3-4 fellow patriots who want to learn the true, untold stories of America’s history. Timestamps 00:00 Caesar Rodney’s Midnight Ride 02:00 Not the Founder We Picture 05:45 Delaware’s Divided Vote 07:45 The Message That Changed History 10:45 The 80-Mile Ride to Philadelphia 13:15 Rodney Arrives Just in Time 15:15 Liberty Requires Sacrifice 🔔 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! /episode/index/show/pasreport/id/41271185

Why Gas Prices Are Up but Markets Are Booming 05/13/2026

Why Gas Prices Are Up but Markets Are Booming Gas prices are up, household budgets are under pressure, and yet markets keep hitting record highs. Why are Wall Street and Main Street telling two completely different stories? In this episode of The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano sits down with investment banker, economist, and author of , Todd Sheets to break down the disconnect between surging gas prices, record-high markets, the Iran conflict, and America’s economic future. From the Strait of Hormuz to China’s rare earth leverage, from AI-driven growth to the household squeeze, this conversation explains why the economy looks strong on paper while many Americans still feel like they’re falling behind. What You’ll Learn The Market Disconnect: Why gas prices are rising while stocks and markets continue to climb The Iran Factor: How the conflict with Iran and the Strait of Hormuz impact oil prices, energy markets, and your wallet Checkmating China: Why U.S. energy dominance could weaken China’s global economic leverage The Wealth Effect vs. Reality: Why strong macro numbers feel disconnected from Americans struggling with housing, insurance, food, and grocery costs A New Economic Boom: Why Todd Sheets believes America may be on the verge of a long-term growth cycle driven by AI, resource development, and better economic policy 📲 Subscribe, listen, and share The P.A.S. Report Podcast to stay informed on the latest political issues shaping America. Timestamps 00:00 Why Americans Are Worried About the Economy 01:03 Why Markets Are Booming During the Iran Crisis 04:14 How Gas Prices Are Crushing Household Budgets 07:54 Could Regime Change in Iran Reshape the Economy? 11:34 How the Middle East Is Changing Before Our Eyes 15:30 China, Rare Earths, and U.S. Energy Dominance 18:01 Why America Isn’t Tapping Its Own Resources 21:48 Strong Economy, Weak Consumer Confidence 25:24 Will AI Create a New American Economic Boom? 🔔 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! /episode/index/show/pasreport/id/41253025

White Supremacy and the Right-Wing Lie 05/11/2026

White Supremacy and the Right-Wing Lie White Supremacy and the Right-Wing Lie exposes one of the most successful psychological operations in modern American politics: the claim that racial extremism is an extension of Republicans and Conservatives. In this episode of The P.A.S. Report, Professor Nick Giordano dismantles the media, academic, and bureaucratic myth that white supremacist organizations are “right-wing.” By examining the actual ideology of these groups, from National Socialists and accelerationists to revolutionary anti-capitalists, Professor Giordano shows that the real divide in America is not Left vs. Right, but Constitutional Liberty vs. Collectivist Power. What You’ll Learn: Ideological Fraud: Why white supremacy rejects individual rights, equality under law, and the American founding in favor of racial collectivism. Naming the Groups: A deep dive into the beliefs of the National Socialist Movement, Atomwaffen Division, The Base, Patriot Front, and neo-Völkisch movements. The Soviet Playbook: How political labeling tactics and academic theories were used to pathologize patriotism, religion, and traditional values. The DEI Connection: Why racial equity frameworks and white supremacy share the same poisonous premise: that the individual is subordinate to the racial group. The Modern Machine: Why the SPLC, the media, and the bureaucracy need the “Right-Wing Extremism” narrative to justify expanding surveillance and silencing dissent. The “right-wing” lie survives because it is a weapon. It allows powerful institutions to smear ordinary Americans and treat constitutional dissent as a domestic threat. It is time to stop playing defense. This episode challenges the labels, exposes the fraud, and proves that white supremacy isn’t conservatism. It is a rejection of the American Creed. 📲 Subscribe, listen, and share The P.A.S. Report Podcast to stay informed on the latest political issues shaping America. Timestamps 00:00 White Supremacy and the Right-Wing Lie 02:30 What Right-Wing Actually Means in America 05:21 Why White Supremacy Rejects Conservatism 07:31 Collectivism vs. Individual Rights 10:12 How Labels Become Political Weapons 17:54 Naming the White Supremacist Groups 22:40 National Socialists, Accelerationists, and Ethnostates 32:24 Why the Media Misuses “Right-Wing Extremism” 43:34 The Bureaucratic Power Behind the Lie 🔔 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! /episode/index/show/pasreport/id/41238580

Live Free or Die: John Stark and the Spirit of 1776 05/07/2026

Live Free or Die: John Stark and the Spirit of 1776 Live Free or Die is more than a slogan. It is the battle-tested creed of General John Stark and the embodiment of the Spirit of 1776. In this episode of America’s Founding Series, Professor Nick Giordano explores the life of John Stark, a forgotten patriot who helped turn the tide of the American Revolution. This week marks the 250th anniversary of Rhode Island’s renunciation of allegiance to King George III, the first formal break from the Crown. But as Stark’s life proves, declarations alone do not secure liberty. From the brutal New Hampshire frontier and the defenses at Bunker Hill to the decisive Battle of Bennington, Stark’s story reveals why independence was never inevitable. What You’ll Learn: Beyond the Bumper Sticker: Why “Live Free or Die” is a warning about sacrifice, liberty, and government overreach. The Rhode Island Connection: How the May 1776 renunciation captured one of the boldest acts of colonial defiance. Frontier Leadership: How captivity and service with Rogers’ Rangers forged a man who refused to be a victim. Bunker Hill and Bennington: How ordinary Americans stood against the British Empire and helped change the course of the Revolution. The Federalism Lesson: What Stark’s resignation and return to command teach us about merit, local leadership, and putting country above personal grievance. John Stark was stubborn, flawed, and defiant. He was passed over by the bureaucracy, yet he did not walk away from the cause. His story is a powerful reminder that America was not built by perfect men, but by patriots willing to risk everything so future generations could live free. 📲 Follow the podcast and share this episode with 3-4 fellow patriots who want to learn the true, untold stories of America’s history. Timestamps 00:00 The Spirit of 1776 02:01 John Stark’s Frontier Life and Abenaki Captivity 04:38 Bunker Hill: Stark’s Bold Stand Against the British 05:39 Stark’s Resignation and the Federalism Lesson 08:30 The Critical Year of 1777 and Stark’s Return 13:13 The Battle of Bennington: Turning the Tide 16:28 The Birth and Meaning of “Live Free or Die” 🔔 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! /episode/index/show/pasreport/id/41168720

Weaponized Government: The Left’s Capture of Our Institutions 05/06/2026

Weaponized Government: The Left’s Capture of Our Institutions Weaponized Government is not just about politics. It is about the Left’s capture of America’s institutions and the quiet destruction of self-government. New York Post reporter and editorial board member Seth Barron joins The P.A.S. Report Podcast to discuss his new book, . Barron exposes how citizenship, policing, housing, and education have been transformed from institutions that serve the people into tools used to centralize power, weaken local control, and impose a radical political agenda on ordinary Americans. What You’ll Learn How the Left blurred the line between citizen and non-citizen to weaken the meaning of American citizenship Why “Defund the Police” was never just bad policy, but part of a larger strategy to transform public safety How housing policy, density, YIMBY, and “walkable cities” are being used to attack suburbs and local control Why teachers’ unions became one of the most powerful forces in leftist politics and school indoctrination Whether America’s captured institutions can be reclaimed before the damage becomes permanent From open borders and public safety to education and housing, this episode breaks down how America’s sacred institutions became weaponized and what citizens must understand before it is too late. 📲 Subscribe, listen, and share The P.A.S. Report Podcast to stay informed on the latest political issues shaping America. Timestamps 00:00 Weaponization of Institutions 02:39 The Concept of Citizenship and Globalism 05:25 Policing and Public Safety 11:16 Housing Policies as Ideological Weapons 19:35 Education and the Ideological Shift 26:22 Reclaiming Institutions and Local Action 🔔 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! /episode/index/show/pasreport/id/41168130

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