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Get in-depth political analysis of American politics, geopolitics, current events, and the Constitution through evidence-based analysis and historical context. Hosted by Political Science Professor Nick Giordano, The P.A.S. Report cuts through political spin to explain the ideas, institutions, and policies shaping the United States and the world through principled conservative analysis. What You'll Get Each Week: • Political Analysis & Current Events: Insightful commentary on American politics, elections, public policy, government accountability, free speech, individual liberty, national security, and international affairs. • Exclusive Interviews: Conversations with influential policymakers, journalists, historians, authors, and thought leaders featuring guests such as Newt Gingrich, Victor Davis Hanson, Dr. Ben Carson, Alan Dershowitz, Mollie Hemingway, Miranda Devine, John Solomon, Dinesh D'Souza, Lt. Col. Tony Shaffer, and many more. • America's Founding Series: Discover the people, principles, and events that shaped the American experiment, and why the Constitution remains essential to understanding today's political and constitutional challenges. If you're looking for thoughtful conservative commentary that explains the issues, not just reacts to them, The P.A.S. Report delivers the context, insight, and conversations you won't find anywhere else. 🔔 Follow for new episodes every week. 🌐 pasreport.com

Fauci Pleads the Fifth, RFK Media Takedown, and the Death of a Free Press 08/06/2026

Fauci Pleads the Fifth, RFK Media Takedown, and the Death of a Free Press Anthony Fauci pleads the Fifth more than 100 times, raising one unavoidable question: Why won't the media ask the questions every American should ask? RFK Jr.'s confrontation with CNN exposed far more than a disagreement over COVID. Together, these moments reveal a deeper crisis: the death of a press that once held government accountable. Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment more than 100 times after receiving one of the broadest presidential pardons in modern history, yet much of the legacy media showed little interest in examining the constitutional, legal, and political implications. At the same time, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s exchange with Dana Bash exposed how many journalists now defend government authority instead of challenging it. This episode goes far beyond COVID. It examines what happens when the media, bureaucracy, politicians, and powerful institutions stop holding one another accountable. Professor Nick Giordano breaks down the constitutional questions surrounding Fauci's testimony, the media's role during the pandemic, the collapse of journalistic skepticism, and why every American - Republican, Democrat, and Independent alike - must demand accountability before the next national emergency. What You'll Learn In This Episode: Why Anthony Fauci's Fifth Amendment testimony raises major constitutional and legal questions. How RFK Jr.'s CNN interview challenged the media's COVID narrative and exposed the collapse of journalistic skepticism. Why emergency powers, censorship, and bureaucratic overreach threaten constitutional government and individual liberty. How the media, bureaucracy, politicians, and Big Tech reinforced one another instead of holding each other accountable. What concrete reforms can restore constitutional guardrails, government accountability, and a truly independent press. If you care about the Constitution, freedom of the press, government accountability, and the future of self-government, this episode is for you. Episode Chapters 00:00 – Fauci Pleads the Fifth and the Death of a Free Press 03:12 – RFK Jr. vs. CNN: Media Bias, COVID, and the First Amendment 08:04 – COVID Government Overreach: Lockdowns, Censorship, and Constitutional Rights 15:06 – Fauci's Fifth Amendment, Mike Pence, and Bureaucratic Accountability 24:33 – The Administrative State, Big Tech, and the Collapse of Accountability 31:30 – Restoring Constitutional Guardrails Before the Next Emergency 37:01 – The Founders' Warning: Freedom, Courage, and the Future of America 📲 Support the Show: Follow The P.A.S. Report, leave a 5-star rating and review, and share this episode with someone who still believes the Constitution is worth defending. 🌐 Full Show Notes & Primary Sources: Visit PASReport.com #AnthonyFauci #RFKJr #FreePress #Constitution #GovernmentAccountability /episode/index/show/pasreport/id/42331650

John Hart: The Declaration Signer Who Defined American Grit 08/05/2026

John Hart: The Declaration Signer Who Defined American Grit John Hart signed the Declaration of Independence knowing it would make him one of Britain's most wanted men. His extraordinary story reveals the true meaning of American grit and the sacrifices that built the United States. Most Americans have never heard of Declaration signer John Hart, yet his life captures the courage, resilience, and unwavering conviction that made American independence possible. As British troops and Hessian mercenaries swept across New Jersey during the Revolutionary War, Hart fled his home, lost his wife, watched his thirteen children scatter, and saw his livelihood destroyed. Rather than surrender, he rebuilt his farm, returned to public service, and even hosted George Washington and 12,000 Continental soldiers before the Battle of Monmouth. As America celebrates its 250th birthday, this episode of the America's Founding Series on The P.A.S. Report Podcast uncovers the remarkable story of one of America's most overlooked Founding Fathers while exploring why his example of character, resilience, self-reliance, and civic responsibility remains just as relevant today. Discover how John Hart's story reveals the qualities that built the American Republic and why preserving freedom still depends on ordinary citizens willing to stand by their convictions. Our independence did not rest solely on famous figures like George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Benjamin Franklin, and John Adams. What You'll Learn In This Episode: Why John Hart risked everything by signing the Declaration of Independence How the Revolutionary War transformed a respected New Jersey farmer into a hunted fugitive The heartbreaking personal sacrifices Hart endured, including the loss of his wife while living in hiding What American grit truly means and why conviction only matters when it faces real tests How ordinary citizens, not just famous Founding Fathers, built the foundation of American self-government Why John Hart's life offers timeless lessons about resilience, self-reliance, civic responsibility, and preserving freedom ⭐ Enjoying America's Founding Series? Please subscribe to The P.A.S. Report Podcast, leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and share this episode with friends and family who love American history. Every share helps preserve these remarkable stories and introduces more people to the Founding Fathers who built the United States. Episode Chapters 00:00 John Hart: The Declaration Signer Who Risked Everything 02:30 From Farmer to Founding Father: John Hart's Journey 05:07 Signing the Declaration of Independence and Becoming a Target 07:24 Hunted by the British: John Hart's Greatest Sacrifice 09:44 Rebuilding a Nation: John Hart, George Washington, and the American Revolution 11:29 What John Hart Teaches About American Grit and Conviction 13:24 Why John Hart's Story Still Matters Today 🔔 Subscribe for More: 📖 Sign up for The P.A.S. Report newsletter at #JohnHart #DeclarationOfIndependence #AmericanRevolution #BattleOfMonmouth #America250 /episode/index/show/pasreport/id/42316340

Information Warfare: How the American Mind Became the New Battlefield 08/03/2026

Information Warfare: How the American Mind Became the New Battlefield Information Warfare is transforming the American mind into the newest battlefield in modern conflict. Every day, foreign adversaries exploit social media algorithms, artificial intelligence, automated bot networks, and human psychology to manipulate public opinion, deepen political division, and weaken constitutional self-government without firing a single shot. In this episode of The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano explains how China, Russia, Iran, and other hostile actors exploit America's greatest vulnerability: the collapse of critical thinking and civic education. Rather than persuading Americans to embrace a foreign ideology, these adversaries amplify existing political divisions, conspiracy theories, and outrage to erode trust in the Constitution, public institutions, and one another. Most importantly, this episode lays out a constitutional framework for defeating information warfare while fiercely protecting the First Amendment, free speech, and individual liberty. If Americans lose the ability to distinguish truth from manipulation, constitutional self-government cannot survive. Understanding information warfare is no longer optional. It is essential to preserving a free society. What You'll Learn In This Episode: The New Battlefield: How modern information warfare and cognitive warfare target the American mind instead of physical territory. The Mechanics of Manipulation: How social media algorithms, artificial intelligence, bot networks, and information laundering manufacture false consensus and hijack public debate. America's Greatest Vulnerability: How confirmation bias, selective skepticism, conspiracy theories, and outrage culture turn ordinary citizens into unwitting participants in foreign influence operations. The Human Layer: How covert funding networks, advocacy organizations, media outlets, and online influencers amplify foreign narratives and deepen political division. Defending the Republic: How We the People can rebuild critical thinking, reject government censorship, strengthen civic responsibility, and defend constitutional liberty without sacrificing the First Amendment. Topics Covered: Information Warfare, Cognitive Warfare, Foreign Influence Operations, Artificial Intelligence, Social Media Algorithms, Bot Networks, Critical Thinking, First Amendment, Constitutional Republic, National Security 📲 Support the Show: Follow The P.A.S. Report, leave a five-star review, and share it with someone who still believes the Constitution is worth defending. Episode Chapters 01:32 The American Mind: The New Battlefield 08:09 How Foreign Propaganda Exploits American Divisions 12:05 AI, Bot Networks, and Information Laundering 20:02 Why Americans Are So Easy to Manipulate 26:00 Conspiracy Theories, Outrage, and the Collapse of Critical Thinking 34:42 The Real Goal: Destroying Trust in America 39:35 Defending the Republic Without Sacrificing Liberty 🔔 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/42290660

Richard Stockton: The Declaration Signer History Judged Too Quickly 07/30/2026

Richard Stockton: The Declaration Signer History Judged Too Quickly Did history judge Richard Stockton, a signer of the Declaration of Independence, too quickly? Richard Stockton risked his wealth, reputation, and life for American liberty. Yet after British forces captured him, imprisoned him under brutal conditions, and stripped him of his fortune, his legacy became clouded by controversy. In this episode of America's Founding Series on The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano uncovers the extraordinary story of Richard Stockton, one of the most misunderstood Founding Fathers of the American Revolution. As America commemorates America 250, explore the historical debate surrounding Stockton's alleged recantation, the devastating sacrifices he endured in British captivity, and the timeless lesson his life teaches about courage, conviction, and the danger of judging historical figures from the comfort of history. What You'll Learn In This Episode: Why Richard Stockton risked everything by signing the Declaration of Independence The brutal reality of Stockton's capture by Loyalists and imprisonment in New York's notorious Provost Jail The historical evidence, competing accounts, and unanswered questions surrounding whether Richard Stockton recanted his support for American independence How the American Revolution destroyed Stockton's health, Morven estate, legal career, and personal fortune Why Richard Stockton's story challenges the way we judge historical figures and reveals what true sacrifice for liberty really looks like Richard Stockton reminds us that freedom was not secured by perfect people. It was secured by ordinary men and women who accepted extraordinary risks in pursuit of liberty. Before passing judgment on America's Founding Fathers, perhaps the better question is whether any of us could have endured what Richard Stockton faced. Topics Covered: Richard Stockton, Declaration of Independence, America's Founding Series, Founding Fathers, American Revolution, Revolutionary War, British captivity, Provost Jail, Morven, America 250 Support the Show & Restore American History: 👉 Subscribe to The P.A.S. Report Podcast 👉 Leave a 5-Star Review 👉 Share this episode with 3 friends who care about the future and true history of our nation! Episode Chapters 01:34 Would You Recant? Richard Stockton's Impossible Choice 03:32 Richard Stockton: The Declaration Signer Who Risked Everything 07:12 Signing the Declaration of Independence and Paying the Ultimate Price 10:41 Captured by the British: Inside New York's Infamous Provost Jail 12:38 Did Richard Stockton Recant? The Historical Debate Explained 14:57 The Extraordinary Sacrifice History Judged Too Quickly 16:08 Before We Judge America's Founding Fathers: Richard Stockton's Enduring Lesson 🔔 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/42259375

Iran Conflict: What the Media Isn't Explaining About the Bigger Global War (with Matt Tardio) 07/29/2026

Iran Conflict: What the Media Isn't Explaining About the Bigger Global War (with Matt Tardio) The Iran Conflict headlines dominate the news, but the media rarely explains the bigger global war taking shape behind the scenes. Discover how Iran, China, Russia, and information warfare fit into a broader geopolitical strategy that could reshape America's future. Retired U.S. Army Special Forces Green Beret Matt Tardio, host of the Speak the Truth Podcast, joins The P.A.S. Report to break down the Iran conflict, America's military objectives, and the growing alliance between America's adversaries. From the tactical realities of the Strait of Hormuz to the rise of information warfare and cognitive warfare, this conversation explores the strategic challenges that rarely receive serious media attention. Americans cannot understand today's conflicts without understanding the broader geopolitical web connecting Iran, China, Russia, and the battle for global influence. What You'll Learn In This Episode: Iran, China & Russia: Why the Iran conflict extends far beyond the Middle East and directly impacts the global balance of power. Winning Modern Wars: Whether America can achieve strategic victory when political leaders limit military objectives. Information Warfare: How foreign adversaries use disinformation, social media, and cognitive warfare to influence public opinion and weaken national security. Military Readiness: Why understanding America's adversaries remains essential to restoring deterrence and preparing for future conflicts. The Strait of Hormuz: Why this narrow waterway remains one of the world's most important strategic flashpoints. Topics Covered: Iran conflict, Iran war, Matt Tardio, Special Forces, Green Beret, Speak the Truth Podcast, Strait of Hormuz, information warfare, cognitive warfare, China, Russia, national security, geopolitics, military strategy, foreign policy 📲 Get the facts the establishment ignores. Visit PASReport.com for expanded show notes, featured articles, and the latest episodes of The P.A.S. Report. Chapters 02:36 Iran Conflict Explained: The Global War Beyond the Middle East 06:38 Regime Change in Iran: Is It Possible or a Dangerous Mistake? 11:36 Why America Wins Battles but Struggles to Win Wars 16:07 Afghanistan, Iraq, and the Cost of Ignoring Culture and History 17:42 The China Russia Iran Alliance: The Geopolitical Threat Facing America 29:20 Radical Islam, Terrorism, and the Ideological War Against the West 34:13 Information Warfare: How Social Media, Bots, and Disinformation Shape Public Opinion Share this episode and join the conversation! /episode/index/show/pasreport/id/42242465

Who Actually Governs America? How the Administrative State Threatens Self-Government 07/27/2026

Who Actually Governs America? How the Administrative State Threatens Self-Government Who actually governs America? Has the administrative state accumulated so much power that it now operates beyond the constitutional authority granted by the American people through their elected representatives? In this episode of The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano examines newly declassified intelligence records, the Floris email, and FBI documents released by Senator Chuck Grassley. These revelations raise serious constitutional questions about whether unelected bureaucrats manipulated intelligence, suppressed critical information, and increasingly viewed themselves as independent from the elected officials they are supposed to serve. This episode examines the administrative state, the Intelligence Community, constitutional accountability, separation of powers, and the growing influence of the permanent bureaucracy, often referred to as the Deep State, through the lens of the U.S. Constitution and the Federalist Papers. Discover how post-9/11 intelligence reforms, institutional self-preservation, and bureaucratic mission creep may have shifted power away from elected officials and toward unelected government institutions, raising a fundamental question: Do the American people still govern the United States, or has the administrative state become America's unelected fourth branch of government? What You'll Learn In This Episode: Why newly declassified intelligence documents raise constitutional questions that extend far beyond a single administration. How the administrative state expanded after 9/11 and fundamentally changed the relationship between intelligence agencies, elected officials, and the American people. Why controlling the flow of intelligence can shape constitutional decision-making at the highest levels of government. How mission creep, bureaucratic self-preservation, and institutional incentives threaten constitutional accountability. Why the Founders designed a government accountable to We the People and what happens when permanent institutions begin operating outside those constitutional boundaries. Topics Covered: Administrative State, Deep State, Intelligence Community, FBI, FISA, Constitutional Accountability, Separation of Powers, Self-Government, Federalist 51, Permanent Bureaucracy, Floris Email, Intelligence Reform, Chuck Grassley, Professor Nick Giordano, The P.A.S. Report Podcast 📲 If this episode challenged your thinking, follow The P.A.S. Report, leave a five-star review, and share it with someone who still believes the Constitution is worth defending. Episode Chapters 01:32 Who Actually Governs America? 04:43 Declassified Intelligence and the Administrative State 12:19 The Bureaucracy vs. the Constitution 21:27 How the Administrative State Took Power 28:52 Intelligence, FISA, and Government Abuse 38:59 Why Bureaucracies Protect Themselves 44:42 Can America Restore Constitutional Accountability? 🔔 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/42217545

What Happened to the Signers of the Declaration? Abraham Clark and the Declaration’s True Cost 07/23/2026

What Happened to the Signers of the Declaration? Abraham Clark and the Declaration’s True Cost What happened to Abraham Clark after signing the Declaration of Independence? The famous pledge of "our Lives, our Fortunes, and our sacred Honor" became devastatingly personal when British forces captured his two sons and subjected them to brutal imprisonment during the American Revolution. Most Americans know the words of the Declaration of Independence, but few understand what those words demanded of the Founding Fathers who signed it. In this episode of America's Founding Series on The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano tells the extraordinary story of Abraham Clark, whose commitment to liberty was tested through his own family. Discover what American independence truly cost, why Clark's sacrifice reveals the meaning of sacred honor, and what his legacy teaches us today about character, civic responsibility, and preserving a constitutional republic. What You'll Learn In This Episode: The Untold Story: Why Abraham Clark's family paid one of the highest personal prices of the American Revolution. The Brutal Reality of British Captivity: The horrific conditions aboard British prison ships like the HMS Jersey and how Clark's family endured that nightmare. "Sacred Honor" Defined: What "our Lives, our Fortunes, and our sacred Honor" actually meant to the men who signed the Declaration of Independence. Character Over Comfort: Why constitutions and institutions alone cannot preserve liberty without citizens willing to defend enduring principles. The Lesson for Today: What Abraham Clark's sacrifice teaches every generation about protecting freedom and preserving the American republic. Topics Covered: Abraham Clark, Declaration of Independence, Founding Fathers, American Revolution, Signers of the Declaration, Sacred Honor, American History, Constitutional Republic, Liberty, America's Founding Series Support the Show & Restore American History: 👉 Subscribe to The P.A.S. Report Podcast 👉 Leave a 5-Star Review 👉 Share this episode with 3 friends who care about the future and true history of our nation! Episode Chapters 01:30 The True Cost of Signing the Declaration of Independence 02:55 Who Was Abraham Clark? The Forgotten Founding Father 06:04 The Declaration of Independence and the Meaning of Sacred Honor 07:58 Abraham Clark's Sons Captured During the American Revolution 11:32 The Impossible Choice: Family or American Independence? 14:06 What Abraham Clark Teaches About Character and Liberty Today 19:53 The Enduring Lesson: Sacrifice Preserves Freedom 🔔 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/42182580

America's Socialist Shift | Jeff Lax on the DSA, Education, and Anti-Americanism 07/22/2026

America's Socialist Shift | Jeff Lax on the DSA, Education, and Anti-Americanism Democratic socialism is gaining influence across America, but how did it move from the political fringe into the mainstream? Professor Jeffrey Lax joins The P.A.S. Report to expose the forces driving the rise of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), anti-Americanism, and the growing battle over America's future. As the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) expand their influence and New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani reshapes the political conversation, many Americans are asking how these ideas gained so much traction. CUNY Professor Jeffrey Lax joins Professor Nick Giordano for an in-depth discussion on the transformation of higher education, immigration, assimilation, constitutional government, and why many political leaders continue to underestimate this growing movement. From the collapse of economic literacy in the education system and the debate over capitalism versus socialism to the spread of anti-American ideology, this episode examines the cultural, political, and institutional changes fueling one of the most consequential political shifts affecting America's future. The conversation also explores the growing influence of the DSA, the constitutional challenges facing the United States, and why civic education remains essential to preserving a free society. What You'll Learn In This Episode: The Progressive Mainstream: How democratic socialism moved from a fringe movement into America's political institutions. The DSA's Growing Influence: Why the Democratic Socialists of America continue expanding their footprint in major American cities. The Failure of Education: How higher education, faculty unions, and declining civic education shape modern political ideology and weaken economic literacy. Immigration, Assimilation & National Identity: Why immigration policy, cultural assimilation, and national identity remain central to America's future. Defending the Constitution: Why capitalism, constitutional government, and civic education remain essential to preserving American liberty. Topics Covered: Democratic Socialism, Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), Zohran Mamdani, Jeffrey Lax, CUNY Professor, Socialism vs Capitalism, Higher Education, Civic Education, US Constitution, Anti-Americanism, Immigration, Assimilation, Ro Khanna, Israel, Iron Dome, Economic Literacy, Faculty Unions 📲 Get the facts the corporate press ignores. For expanded show notes, articles, and upcoming episodes, visit the official P.A.S. Report website: Chapters 02:36 Ro Khanna's Israel Controversy and the Iron Dome Debate 07:08 How Europe Changed: Immigration, Assimilation, and National Identity 12:13 The Rise of the DSA and Democratic Socialism in America 17:58 Islamism, Radical Ideologies, and America's Security Challenges 21:25 Higher Education, Civic Literacy, and America's Cultural Shift 24:37 Capitalism vs. Socialism: Why History Still Matters 33:39 Can the Constitution Survive America's Political Transformation? Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport Share this episode and join the conversation! /episode/index/show/pasreport/id/42171105

Oath of Office: What Happens When Elected Officials Reject the Constitution? 07/20/2026

Oath of Office: What Happens When Elected Officials Reject the Constitution? What does the Oath of Office actually mean if elected officials openly campaign on dismantling the Constitution before taking it? This episode explores a constitutional question that few legal scholars have confronted, but every American should understand. Professor Nick Giordano examines a critical constitutional blind spot at the heart of the American Republic. While the Constitution provides mechanisms to address corruption and abuses of power after an official takes office, it appears to provide no clear constitutional mechanism for examining whether someone who openly rejects the constitutional order can honestly take the constitutional oath in the first place. Explore the purpose of Article VI, the meaning of constitutional fidelity, why existing Supreme Court precedent does not squarely answer this question, and why the survival of a constitutional republic ultimately depends on the character of both its leaders and its citizens. What You'll Learn In This Episode: Why the Oath of Office matters: Discover why the Founders required the constitutional oath and why it serves as one of the Republic's most important safeguards. Reform vs. replacement: Learn why amending the Constitution through Article V is fundamentally different from campaigning to dismantle the constitutional order itself. A constitutional blind spot: Understand why current constitutional law appears to provide no clear mechanism for examining the sincerity of the oath before an official assumes office. Fraudulent oaths and constitutional subversion: Explore the difference between taking the oath in bad faith before entering office and using public office to undermine the constitutional system from within. Why the voters matter most: Learn why civic virtue, constitutional loyalty, and an informed electorate remain the ultimate safeguard of the American constitutional republic. Topics Covered: Oath of Office, Constitutional Oath, Article VI, United States Constitution, Constitutional Republic, Constitutional Law, Constitutional Fidelity, Supreme Court, Powell v. McCormack, Bond v. Floyd, Democratic Socialists of America, Separation of Powers, Federalism, Civic Virtue, American Government 📲 If this episode challenged your thinking, follow The P.A.S. Report, leave a five-star review, and share it with someone who still believes the Constitution is worth defending. Episode Chapters 01:32 Why the Oath of Office Matters 02:24 Can Someone Who Rejects the Constitution Take the Oath? 07:09 Article VI Explained: The Constitutional Oath and the Founders' Intent 12:40 Reform vs. Replacing the Constitution: The Critical Difference 20:22 Constitutional Fidelity: Why the Oath Has No Verification Mechanism 27:30 Should Anti-Constitutional Candidates Be Allowed to Serve? 34:00 The Constitution Depends on Us 🔔 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/42138690

Oliver Wolcott: The Forgotten Founder & Declaration of Independence Signer 07/16/2026

Oliver Wolcott: The Forgotten Founder & Declaration of Independence Signer Oliver Wolcott, a Forgotten Founder and Declaration of Independence signer, picked up a musket to defend the nation he helped create. Discover the remarkable patriot who signed America's founding document, fought for independence, and devoted his life to serving the American republic. Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, and Benjamin Franklin remain household names, yet few Americans know Oliver Wolcott, one of the forgotten Founding Fathers who signed the Declaration of Independence and fought in the American Revolution. A physician, farmer, judge, soldier, and Governor of Connecticut, Wolcott never sought fame or recognition. He simply answered the call whenever his country needed him. This episode of America's Founding Series, part of The P.A.S. Report Podcast, follows Oliver Wolcott from the halls of Independence to the Battle of Ridgefield and beyond. Discover how one of America's most overlooked Founding Fathers helped secure American independence and why his life of duty, sacrifice, personal responsibility, and public service offers timeless lessons for preserving liberty 250 years later. What You'll Learn In This Episode: Why Oliver Wolcott risked everything by signing the Declaration of Independence How a Declaration signer left Congress to fight on the front lines of the Revolutionary War The important role Oliver Wolcott played during the Battle of Ridgefield and the fight for American independence Why duty, sacrifice, and personal responsibility defined the Founding Fathers and America's first generation What Oliver Wolcott's extraordinary life teaches about preserving freedom, civic responsibility, and the American republic today Subscribe to The P.A.S. Report Podcast for America's Founding Series, where forgotten patriots, the American Revolution, the Founding Fathers, the Constitution, and the principles of liberty come to life. If you enjoyed this episode, leave a five-star review and share it with family and friends to help keep the stories of America's forgotten Founders alive. Topics Covered: Oliver Wolcott, Forgotten Founder, Declaration of Independence, Declaration Signer, Founding Fathers, American Revolution, Battle of Ridgefield, Revolutionary War, Connecticut History, America 250 📲 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 The Forgotten Founder Who Risked Everything 03:21 Oliver Wolcott's Early Life and the Values That Shaped a Patriot 06:41 From Colonial Leader to Declaration of Independence Signer 10:06 Oliver Wolcott Fights in the American Revolution 12:03 The Battle of Ridgefield and Defending American Independence 14:29 From Revolutionary War Hero to Governor of Connecticut 15:28 Oliver Wolcott's Legacy and the Character That Built America 🔔 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/42094390

Manufactured Crisis: Is America’s Decline Deliberate? (with Jim Simpson) 07/15/2026

Manufactured Crisis: Is America’s Decline Deliberate? (with Jim Simpson) America faces a Manufactured Crisis, or are today's biggest challenges simply a series of unrelated failures? Author Jim Simpson argues that open borders, illegal immigration, institutional capture, education, crime, and cultural upheaval are not isolated events but part of a larger strategy reshaping America. In this episode of The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano sits down with investigative journalist and author Jim Simpson to discuss the central thesis of his book, Manufactured Crisis: The War to End America. Together, they examine whether America's biggest domestic challenges stem from government incompetence or a deliberate ideological strategy. The conversation explores institutional capture, critical theory, the Cloward-Piven Strategy, communist influence, media narratives, political polarization, and whether the country still has a path forward. What You'll Learn In This Episode: The Interconnected Crisis: Why Jim Simpson believes America's biggest challenges are connected rather than isolated policy failures. How America's Institutions Changed: How open borders, illegal immigration, education, crime, and political activism fit into a broader theory of institutional transformation. The Origins of Today's Political Battles: How critical theory, the Cloward-Piven Strategy, and decades of ideological activism continue to shape modern politics. The Power of Narrative: Why media narratives, political messaging, and information control influence public opinion and public policy. Can America Reverse Course?: The legal tools, policy changes, and accountability measures Jim Simpson believes could help restore America's institutions. Topics Covered: Manufactured Crisis, Jim Simpson, America's decline, open borders, illegal immigration, institutional capture, Cloward-Piven Strategy, critical theory, communist influence, Marxism, socialism, border crisis, media narratives, political polarization, 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 Manufactured Crisis Are America's Biggest Problems Connected? 02:53 The Manufactured Crisis Strategy Explained 05:30 Critical Theory, Cloward Piven, and the Politics of Crisis 10:30 Open Borders, Immigration, and Institutional Change 13:33 Institutional Capture and the International Communist Movement 17:05 Power, Global Influence, and the End Goal 18:41 Can America Reverse Course? Solutions and Restoring Accountability Follow The P.A.S. Report: 📱 X, YouTube, Instagram: @PasReport Share this episode and join the conversation! /episode/index/show/pasreport/id/42070225

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

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