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Elizabeth Freeman (Mum Bett) put slavery on trial and won. Discover the constitutional fight that broke one man's claim to own her. In 1781, Elizabeth Freeman and Brom challenged slavery through the Massachusetts Constitution's declaration that all men are born free and equal. Professor Nick Giordano traces the brutality of the Ashley household, the constitutional battle in Brom and Bett v. Ashley, and the verdict that secured their freedom. This American Revolution story exposes the contradiction between a Patriot's demand for liberty and his claim to own human beings. Freeman's life after the verdict reveals what freedom made possible: paid work, property ownership, and personal independence. What You'll Learn In This Episode: Elizabeth Freeman's Courage: Discover how Mum Bett resisted abuse within the Ashley household and challenged a powerful man's authority over her life. The Massachusetts Constitution of 1780: See why its promise of natural rights gave Freeman and Brom a legal weapon against slavery. Brom and Bett v. Ashley: Follow the 1781 freedom suit that attorneys Theodore Sedgwick and Tapping Reeve brought before a Berkshire County jury. Life After the Verdict: Explore Freeman's choices as a free woman, her work as a nurse and midwife, and her path to a home and land of her own. Liberty's Test: Examine why constitutional promises require citizens with the courage to assert their rights and institutions that uphold them. Episode Chapters 0:00 Elizabeth Freeman: The Fight for Freedom 1:05 Mum Bett's Early Life and Enslavement 2:44 The Sheffield Declaration: Liberty and Slavery Collide 4:42 Mum Bett Defies Hannah Ashley's Brutality 6:36 The Massachusetts Constitution's Promise of Freedom 7:58 Mum Bett and Theodore Sedgwick Challenge Slavery 10:51 Brom and Bett v. Ashley: Slavery on Trial ⭐ Help Keep Authentic American History Alive: If you believe the sacrifices that built this nation must never be forgotten, follow The P.A.S. Report Podcast, leave a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and text a link to this episode to 3 or 4 friends and family members right now.

Introducing Robert Greene: The Surprising Reason You Feel Unhappy Even When Life Is “Good” from On Purpose with Jay Shetty. Follow the show: On Purpose with Jay Shetty Bestselling author of The 48 Laws of Power and The Law of the Sublime, Robert Greene, joins Jay to explore why so many of us feel unfulfilled, even when we're achieving everything we thought we wanted. He opens up about the life-threatening stroke that changed his perspective and inspired his new book, and shares how reconnecting with our childhood interests can help us discover our true purpose. Robert also explains why boredom, struggle, and confronting our mortality can lead to a more meaningful life, how to turn envy into gratitude, and practical ways to navigate workplace politics, complicated relationships, and the feeling that life has become stagnant. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty Talk to a State Farm agent today to learn how you can choose to bundle and save with the Personal Price Plan®. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there®. JAY'S DAILY WISDOM DELIVERED STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX Join 900,000+ readers discovering how small daily shifts create big life change with my free newsletter. Subscribe here: https://news.jayshetty.me/subscribe Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast What I Discuss: 00:00 Introduction 02:18 Why We Feel Disconnected and Unfulfilled 06:27 Pursuing The Right Goals 11:32 Near-Death Experience And Writing The Sublime 13:13 Uncovering Your Authentic Self 19:51 The Looking-Glass Self 22:20 Overcoming Boredom Through Slow Disciplines 27:38 What is The Difference Between Happiness And Fulfillment? 32:15 Resisting Modern Culture And Embracing Difficulty 36:08 Building Confidence Through Small Steps 41:03 The Anxiety of Feeling Behind in Life 48:00 Connection To Others vs. Chasing Wealth 51:17 Turning Envy Into Gratitude 55:12 Real Fulfillment Beyond Financial Success 58:32 Money As Oxygen, Not Fulfillment 01:00:13 Workplace Politics And Power Dynamics 01:02:46 Why We’re Drawn to People Who Send Mixed Signals 01:04:53 Breaking Out of Repetitive Life Patterns 01:07:23 Confronting Mortality To Feel Alive 01:14:45 Transcendence, Evolution, And Spirituality 01:19:37 The Anti-Sublime Vs. the False Sublime 01:25:02 Robert On Final Five Episode Resources: Pre-order The Law of the Sublime https://sites.prh.com/lawofthesublime Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/robertgreeneofficial YouTube | https://youtube.com/@robertgreeneofficial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to [email protected].

Victor Davis Hanson warns America before the 2026 midterm elections: Can Trump's counterrevolution survive a socialist takeover? Hanson traces Donald Trump's political comeback, the rise of the MAGA movement, and the central argument of his #1 New York Times bestseller, The Counterrevolution: The Fall and Rise of Donald Trump and the MAGA Movement. He also analyzes gas prices, voter anger, Democratic Socialists, and the battle for control of Congress. Professor Nick Giordano challenges Hanson on Republican failures to codify Trump's agenda and dismantle the federal machinery behind government weaponization. Could Democratic control of the House or Senate erase Trump's gains and put the future of MAGA at risk?   What You'll Learn In This Episode: Trump's Counterrevolution: Why Hanson believes Trump created MAGA and built a political movement that may survive him. The 2026 Midterm Stakes: How gas prices, voter anger, economic data, and socialist candidates could decide control of Congress. Lawfare's Blowback: Why indictments, censorship, and Democratic overreach revived Trump's political power. The GOP's Failure: Why Republicans left Trump's agenda vulnerable and failed to dismantle weaponized federal power. The Socialist Takeover: How Democratic Socialists could transform Congress, constitutional limits, and the future of MAGA. Chapters 00:00 Victor Davis Hanson on Trump's Counterrevolution 01:00 How Trump Survived Lawfare and Built the MAGA Movement 11:53 Trump Foreign Policy: Venezuela, Iran, and Regime Change 20:25 2026 Midterm Elections: Gas Prices and Voter Anger 28:06 Democratic Control of Congress: What It Means for Trump 34:01 Trump Lawfare and Republican Failure to Stop Weaponization 40:49 Democratic Socialists vs. the Constitution ⭐ Support the Show: For more conversations about the ideas and policies that shape America, follow The P.A.S. Report on Apple Podcasts, leave a five-star rating wherever your platform allows it, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it.

Francis Salvador spent less than three years in America before he died for independence. Why did this Jewish patriot risk everything? In this episode of America's Founding Series on The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano tells the extraordinary story of Francis Salvador, the "Southern Paul Revere," who rose from Jewish immigrant to revolutionary leader in South Carolina. Discover how Salvador broke religious barriers, helped advance the American Revolution, and became the first known Jewish Patriot to die for American independence at the Battle of Esseneca in 1776. As America marks the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, his sacrifice raises a question too few Americans can answer: What makes someone an American? His story connects the American Revolution, natural rights, the Declaration of Independence, and the U.S. Constitution to a timeless principle: liberty requires personal responsibility, not government compulsion. What You'll Learn In This Episode: Francis Salvador's Forgotten Sacrifice: Why a Jewish immigrant with no American ancestry risked his fortune and life for independence after less than three years in the colonies. The First Jewish Patriot in Colonial Politics: How Salvador overcame religious barriers to become the first openly Jewish member of an American representative assembly. The Southern Paul Revere and Battle of Esseneca: Why Salvador rode nearly 30 miles to alert Patriot militia forces and what eyewitness accounts reveal about his final moments. The Declaration of Independence and American Liberty: Why the Founders pledged their lives, fortunes, and sacred honor to the principles of liberty and to one another. American Identity vs. Identity Politics: Why the American creed rests on natural rights, constitutional principles, individual liberty, and personal responsibility rather than ancestry or allegiance to government. Episode Chapters 00:00 What Makes Someone an American? Francis Salvador's Story 01:30 Francis Salvador's Journey from London to Colonial America 04:34 Francis Salvador Becomes America's First Jewish Legislator 09:23 The Southern Paul Revere and His Daring 28 Mile Ride 13:27 The Battle of Esseneca and Francis Salvador's Final Sacrifice 16:26 The American Creed: Declaration of Independence and Liberty 18:25 American Identity and Our Responsibility to Defend Freedom ⭐ Help Keep Authentic American History Alive: If you believe the sacrifices that built this nation must never be forgotten, follow The P.A.S. Report Podcast, leave a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and text a link to this episode to 3 or 4 friends and family members right now.

2026 Midterms: When Republicans surrender ground, socialists win. Can the GOP defend your freedom, lower your costs, and earn your vote? With the midterm elections days away, Carl Jackson, host of The Carl Jackson Show, joins Professor Nick Giordano to confront the Republican Party's failure to explain how limited government and economic liberty improve your life. Jackson shares his transformation from jail and a custody battle as a young liberal father to faith, conservatism, and a rejection of welfare dependence. Together, they examine the influence of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), the role of energy regulations and the Iran conflict in household costs, and why the GOP concedes working-class and minority communities instead of earning their trust. What You'll Learn In This Episode: The GOP's Message Crisis: Why attacks on socialism fall flat without a clear explanation of how free enterprise improves everyday life. Affordability & Your Wallet: How energy policy, tariffs, and foreign conflicts shape the debate over gas, groceries, and household costs. The Welfare Trap: What Jackson's experience in the court system and on public assistance reveals about fatherhood, faith, and personal autonomy. The DSA & Democrat Power: Why Jackson warns that Democrats could mistake voter frustration for a socialist mandate if they retake Congress. The Voters Republicans Abandon: What outreach efforts in Michigan illustrate about respect, trust, and the communities Republicans too often concede. Chapters 00:00 Why Republicans Fail to Defend Freedom 02:31 2026 Midterms: Inflation, Energy Costs, and Iran 10:33 Carl Jackson: From Liberal to Conservative 19:11 Identity Politics, Welfare, and Government Dependence 24:03 Democratic Socialists and the Battle for Congress 27:45 Why Republicans Abandon Working-Class Voters 32:14 What Republicans Must Deliver if They Win ⭐ Support the Show: For more conversations about the ideas and policies that shape America, follow The P.A.S. Report on Apple Podcasts, leave a five-star rating wherever your platform allows it, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it.

France riots and European unrest expose failed assimilation and a war on Western civilization. America faces the exact same crisis of order. Professor Nick Giordano draws on his homeland security and political science background to examine mass migration, failed government responses, and the red-green alliance between radical leftists and Islamist movements. Why do France's extensive welfare benefits fail to satisfy factions that seek to dismantle Western institutions? From Emmanuel Macron's appeasement to Giorgia Meloni's crackdown in Italy, this episode examines how leaders respond to violent unrest and exposes a dangerous trap for Americans: citizens surrender liberty for order, only to discover those extraordinary powers serve a government they no longer trust. What You'll Learn In This Episode: France's Welfare Contradiction: Why cradle-to-grave benefits fail to appease revolutionary movements that seek to destroy the existing order. Mass Migration and Failed Assimilation: How anti-Western ideology and the rejection of civic obligations fracture national identity. The Red-Green Alliance: Why radical leftists and Islamist factions unite against Western institutions despite incompatible goals. Macron vs. Meloni: What their responses reveal about appeasement, criminal penalties, parental accountability, and public safety. America's Freedom Trap: How emergency powers can outlast a crisis and give the next administration tools to target ordinary citizens. Episode Chapters 00:00 France Riots: Europe's Crisis, America's Warning 04:15 Mass Migration, France's Welfare State, and Failed Assimilation 07:09 The Red-Green Alliance and the War on Western Civilization 11:30 Could European Governments Collapse? America and NATO at Risk 15:05 Macron vs. Meloni: Appeasement or Accountability? 26:44 America's Radical Left, Constitutional Checks, and Civic Education 31:05 Freedom vs. Security: The Trap of Emergency Powers ⭐ Support The P.A.S. Report: If you're tired of government abuse, hit the follow button, leave a five-star rating on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and share this episode with one person who cares about the future of the country.

Why did Peter Muhlenberg, an ordained Lutheran pastor, leave his pulpit to lead American soldiers into the Revolutionary War? In this episode of America's Founding Series on The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano uncovers the extraordinary story of Peter Gabriel Muhlenberg, the "Fighting Parson" of the American Revolution. Discover how a man of faith traded the safety of his church for a Continental Army command under George Washington and endured the brutal trials of Valley Forge before the American victory at Yorktown. As America marks its 250th anniversary, explore the clash between Peter and his brother Frederick, the first Speaker of the House, and uncover what the Founders intended for religious liberty, the First Amendment, and the separation of church and state. What You'll Learn In This Episode: The Pulpit Rebellion: Why Peter Muhlenberg left his ministry to command Patriot soldiers and how the famous uniform reveal became a Revolutionary War legend. Two Brothers, Two Paths: How Peter took up arms while Frederick chose public service and became the first Speaker of the House. The First Amendment's True Meaning: Why the Founders rejected federal control over religion without excluding people of faith from civic life. From Valley Forge to Yorktown: How Muhlenberg endured the hardships of the Revolutionary War and helped secure American independence. The Cost of Civic Silence: Why personal conscience demands active participation and why freedom never defends itself. Episode Chapters 00:00 Peter Muhlenberg: The Pastor Who Joined the American Revolution 02:14 Peter Muhlenberg's Fight for Liberty and Freedom of Conscience 04:15 Religious Freedom and Government Control in Colonial America 06:39 Peter and Frederick Muhlenberg Clash Over Faith and War 09:16 Revolutionary War Battles: Brandywine, Valley Forge, and Yorktown 12:31 The First Amendment and Separation of Church and State 17:03 Why Civic Silence and Complacency Threaten American Liberty ⭐ Help Keep Authentic American History Alive: If you believe the sacrifices that built this nation must never be forgotten, follow The P.A.S. Report Podcast, leave a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and text a link to this episode to 3 or 4 friends and family members right now.

Article V Convention of States: Can 34 states force a check on Washington's power when Republican victories fail to deliver? In this episode of The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano and Mark Meckler, president of Convention of States and Citizens for Self-Governance, confront Washington's appetite for debt and control. Meckler makes the case for a balanced budget amendment, constitutional tax and budget caps, and congressional term limits through the Article V amendment process. They also debate repeal of the 17th Amendment, state legislative recall of U.S. senators, and the federal funds that undermine state sovereignty. What You'll Learn In This Episode: The Article V Alternative: Learn why 34 states must apply for an amendment convention and why 38 must ratify any proposed amendment. National Debt and Fiscal Limits: Hear why Meckler argues that constitutional restraints can succeed where Republican promises have failed. Term Limits and the Administrative State: Examine his warning that limits on Congress alone could shift more power to unelected federal bureaucrats. 17th Amendment Repeal and Senate Recall: Explore two proposals to restore state influence over the U.S. Senate and the obstacles each faces. Federal Funds and State Sovereignty: Discover why state lawmakers may resist more authority if it costs them federal dollars. Chapters 00:00 Midterm Elections: Voter Turnout and Polling Blind Spots 05:30 Socialist Candidates and the Democratic Party's Future 11:49 National Debt: Why Republicans Fail to Cut Federal Waste 15:02 Article V Convention of States: The Amendment Process 17:11 17th Amendment Repeal and the Senate Recall Alternative 22:22 Federal Overreach: State Sovereignty vs. Federal Funds 28:01 Voter ID, Election Integrity, and the Constitutional Oath ⭐ Support the Show: For more conversations about the ideas and policies that shape America, follow The P.A.S. Report on Apple Podcasts, leave a five-star rating wherever your platform allows it, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it.

Bought a MAGA hat? Jack Smith's Arctic Frost probe obtained buyer records and personal data on over 639,000 Republican supporters. Senator Chuck Grassley's latest Arctic Frost disclosures expose the scope of FBI subpoenas that reached Republican donors, MAGA hat buyers, and ordinary Americans. The revelations raise fundamental questions about political surveillance, government weaponization, and First Amendment rights. Professor Nick Giordano contrasts the Ilhan Omar raid with Jack Smith's Arctic Frost dragnet to explain the difference between legitimate criminal investigations and government abuse of power. He connects the FBI's post-9/11 intelligence expansion, the Biden administration's domestic terrorism strategy, and years of federal overreach to a question Republicans must answer: Why haven't they curtailed the investigative powers they spent years condemning? What You'll Learn In This Episode: Jack Smith's Arctic Frost Dragnet: What Senator Grassley's disclosures reveal about federal access to records on 639,000 Republican donors, voters, and supporters, plus MAGA hat purchase data. Ilhan Omar Raid vs. Government Weaponization: Why a judicially authorized investigation into alleged fraud differs from broad federal collection of Americans' political records. FBI Surveillance and the Deep State: How post-9/11 intelligence expansion and domestic terrorism policies raise serious questions about federal power and constitutional safeguards. First Amendment Rights and Political Privacy: How government access to donor records, political affiliations, and personal information can discourage lawful political participation. Six Reforms to Stop Government Abuse: How Congress could dismantle the FBI's expanded intelligence apparatus, restrict mass data collection, require deletion of unrelated records, and impose criminal penalties for deliberate misconduct. Episode Chapters 00:00 Ilhan Omar Investigation: Political Targeting or Accountability? 02:07 Ilhan Omar Raid: Fraud Allegations and Financial Questions 06:16 Search Warrants vs. Government Weaponization 10:20 FBI Surveillance: How the Government Collects Your Data 12:26 Jack Smith's Arctic Frost: The Political Surveillance Dragnet 17:24 639,000 Republicans: MAGA Hat Buyers and Government Lists 25:48 Six Reforms to Stop FBI Abuse and Government Weaponization ⭐ Support The P.A.S. Report: If you're tired of government abuse, hit the follow button, leave a five-star rating on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and share this episode with one person who cares about the future of the country.

Salem Poor bought his freedom for £27. Why did he risk his life six years later at the Battle of Bunker Hill? In this episode of America's Founding Series on The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano explores the Black Revolutionary War soldier whose battlefield courage prompted thirteen officers and a brigade surgeon to petition the Massachusetts General Court for a reward. Trace Poor's service through Saratoga, Valley Forge, and the Battle of Monmouth. As America marks its 250th anniversary, discover how his continued Continental Army service and later hardship challenge the belief that liberty requires no personal sacrifice. What You'll Learn In This Episode: The Price of Freedom: How Salem Poor purchased his liberty in colonial Massachusetts and entered the American Revolution with a family and a future at stake. Courage at Bunker Hill: The December 1775 petition that compared a Black private soldier's conduct to an experienced officer's. Service Beyond Recognition: How Poor entered a three-year Continental Army enlistment after the legislature rejected the request to reward him. Life After the Revolution: The stark contrast between Poor's wartime reputation and his later need for assistance at Boston's almshouse. Liberty and Personal Responsibility: Why a free republic needs citizens whose commitment to principle extends beyond comfort, applause, or convenience. Episode Chapters 00:00 Salem Poor and the Price of Freedom 00:29 How Salem Poor Bought His Freedom 02:16 Why Salem Poor Joined the American Revolution 04:23 Salem Poor at the Battle of Bunker Hill 06:57 The Petition to Reward Salem Poor's Bravery 09:06 Salem Poor's Revolutionary War Service and Later Hardship 12:22 What Salem Poor Teaches Us About Liberty and Duty ⭐ Help Keep Authentic American History Alive: If you believe the sacrifices that built this nation must never be forgotten, follow The P.A.S. Report Podcast, leave a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and text a link to this episode to 3 or 4 friends and family members right now.

AI giants want to define humanity's future. Miranda Devine challenges Big Tech's power over truth, morality, and your freedom. In this episode of The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano joins New York Post columnist and author Miranda Devine to examine artificial intelligence, AI ethics, and Silicon Valley's power. Devine argues that Anthropic's approach to Claude and AI consciousness raises urgent questions about human dignity and who determines a chatbot's moral code. They scrutinize tech executives' demands for AI regulation, whether federal rules could shield companies from liability, and how government surveillance could expand through AI. The conversation connects constitutional rights, digital privacy, and human independence to a central question: Who controls the technology that could shape your future? What You'll Learn In This Episode: AI Ethics and Big Tech Power: Understand Devine's critique of Anthropic, effective altruism, and the values tech companies choose for their AI models. AI Regulation and Corporate Liability: Explore why Devine views calls for federal oversight with suspicion and what accountability should require. Government Surveillance and Privacy: Hear why Giordano calls for safeguards on intelligence agencies' use of AI and Americans' personal data. Constitutional Rights and Human Dignity: Examine Devine's case for the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution as a foundation for AI values. Education and Human Purpose: Consider how dependence on chatbots could affect independent thought, social connections, and a sense of purpose. Chapters 00:00 AI Ethics: Miranda Devine on Big Tech's Power 02:50 Anthropic, Effective Altruism, and AI Consciousness 07:00 AI Chatbots, Human Dignity, and Mental Health 10:49 AI Regulation: Who Bears Big Tech's Liability? 14:48 Government AI Surveillance and Your Privacy 22:34 AI Values: The Constitution and Individual Rights 25:29 AI in Education: Critical Thought and Human Purpose ⭐ Support the Show: For more conversations about the ideas and policies that shape America, follow The P.A.S. Report on Apple Podcasts, leave a five-star rating wherever your platform allows it, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it.

2026 midterms: Why does Trump's base feel abandoned despite major victories? What threatens Republican enthusiasm before November? Here is the institutional breakdown GOP leaders ignore. Despite landmark wins on the southern border and federal agency reform, high gas prices, the Iran war, and unmet promises of government accountability fuel intense frustration across the Republican base. Professor Nick Giordano cuts through superficial BS to analyze John Brennan's remarks on a "legion of professionals," FBI controversies, the Epstein files debacle, and the administrative state's power to frustrate presidential authority. Beyond bureaucratic resistance, control of Congress will shape Trump's final two years, judicial confirmations, and federal oversight. Discover what Republican officials must deliver as political complacency and voter distrust threaten their midterm prospects.  What You'll Learn in This Episode: The Republican Enthusiasm Crisis: Why landmark achievements haven't translated into grassroots energy, and how kitchen-table financial pressure threatens 2026 turnout.  The Deep State's Unelected Power: What former CIA Director John Brennan's remarks about a "legion of professionals" reveal about bureaucratic resistance against presidential authority.  The Government Accountability Betrayal: Why the Epstein files debacle, FBI revelations, and stalled investigations leave conservatives questioning their own leaders.  What's Really at Stake in the 2026 Midterms: How control of the House and Senate could reshape Trump's final two years, judicial appointments, subpoenas, and federal spending. The Crisis of American Self-Government: Why leaders must offer more than anti-Democrat talking points, and how blind party loyalty weakens constitutional accountability.  Episode Chapters 00:00 2026 Midterms: Why Trump's Republican Base Feels Abandoned 02:25 Republican Voter Enthusiasm, Midterm Polls, and Turnout 10:04 Gas Prices, the Iran War, and Voter Frustration 13:09 The Deep State: How Bureaucrats Resist Presidential Power 19:02 Epstein Files, FBI Controversies, and Government Accountability 27:01 What's at Stake in the 2026 Midterms: Congress and Trump's Agenda 37:20 Civic Responsibility: Why Political Disengagement Threatens Liberty ⭐ Support The P.A.S. Report: Hit the follow button, leave a five-star rating on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and share this episode with a parent, student, teacher, or citizen who cares about the future of the country.

What happens when political division turns deadly, and neighbors become enemies? Nicholas Herkimer and the Battle of Oriskany reveal one of the American Revolution's bloodiest and most personal battles. In this episode of America's Founding Series on The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano tells the story of Brigadier General Nicholas Herkimer and the nearly 800 Tryon County militiamen who marched toward Fort Stanwix in August 1777. After accusations of cowardice and divided loyalty pushed Herkimer to abandon his plan, his column entered a deadly ambush near Oriskany, where Patriots, Loyalists, Oneida allies, Mohawk warriors, Seneca warriors, former friends, and even relatives fought at close range. The Battle of Oriskany exposed the civil war within the American Revolution and left the Mohawk Valley scarred for years. As America approaches its 250th anniversary, Herkimer's story offers a powerful warning about political contempt, civic division, and what can happen when fellow citizens stop seeing one another as neighbors. What You'll Learn In This Episode: The Road to Fort Stanwix: Why Nicholas Herkimer led nearly 800 Tryon County militiamen through the Mohawk Valley to relieve the American fort The Decision That Changed Everything: How accusations of cowardice and Loyalist sympathy pushed Herkimer to abandon his plan and advance The Battle of Oriskany: How Loyalist and Native forces trapped Herkimer's militia in a brutal ravine ambush Herkimer Under Fire: How a badly wounded Nicholas Herkimer stayed on the battlefield and helped his men survive the attack The Lesson for America Today: Why political contempt can destroy civic bonds and why citizenship requires disagreement without hatred Episode Chapters 00:00 Nicholas Herkimer and the Battle of Oriskany 02:03 When Neighbors Became Enemies in the Mohawk Valley 04:21 The Battle of Oriskany Ambush and Bloody Fighting 07:00 How Herkimer Adapted Under Fire 09:20 Brother Against Brother in the American Revolution 10:44 The Human Cost of the Battle of Oriskany 11:13 What Oriskany Teaches America About Political Division ⭐ Help Keep Authentic American History Alive: If you believe the sacrifices that built this nation must never be forgotten, follow The P.A.S. Report Podcast, leave a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, and text a link to this episode to 3 or 4 friends and family members right now.

The national debt crisis reaches into your paycheck, your mortgage, and your retirement. Ken Buck warns that America's $40 trillion debt demands action. Why do both parties promise fiscal responsibility, then approve bigger federal budgets? In this episode of The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano talks with former Congressman Ken Buck about his book, Wake Up America!: The Rise of Socialism Is the Death of Freedom. Buck shares a firsthand account of congressional dysfunction, explains how party leaders pressure lawmakers to approve costly bills, and connects federal debt to the costs families face. He also makes the case for permanent DOGE oversight, challenges Congress over Trump's tariffs, and predicts Democrats will take the House in the 2026 midterm elections. What You'll Learn In This Episode: The household cost of national debt: Why Buck argues that federal deficits put pressure on mortgage rates, food prices, and family budgets. Why Republicans abandon fiscal restraint: How political threats and primary challenges undermine promises of limited government. What permanent DOGE oversight could achieve: Buck's proposal to make waste, fraud, and abuse reviews a core congressional responsibility. Why Congress must check presidential power: How Trump's tariffs expose a deeper problem with separation of powers and emergency authority. What voters can do before the 2026 midterms: Hear Buck's House and Senate forecast, plus practical steps to hold candidates accountable. Chapters 00:00 Ken Buck on the National Debt Crisis and Wake Up America 02:07 How National Debt Affects Mortgage Rates and Household Costs 07:21 Federalism Under Pressure as States Depend on Federal Funds 09:30 Why Republicans Fail to Deliver Fiscal Responsibility 14:22 Permanent DOGE Oversight and the Fight to Cut Federal Waste 18:56 Why Congress Fails to Use Its Power to Cut Federal Budgets 26:47 Ken Buck's 2026 Midterm Forecast and Warning to Republicans ⭐ Support the Show: For more conversations about the ideas and policies that shape America, follow The P.A.S. Report on Apple Podcasts, leave a five-star rating wherever your platform allows it, and share this episode with someone who needs to hear it.

Could the Iran War now hinge on the U.S. midterm elections? Tehran has taken its case directly to American voters as economic pressure, oil prices, and political unrest become weapons in the war. A 26-page open letter from the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps targets American public opinion and urges voters to change the makeup of their government. In this episode of The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano examines Iran's strategy, the IRGC letter, the Strait of Hormuz, oil prices, America's refinery weakness, and the military buildup that could make Tehran's bet on November a dangerous miscalculation. Iran believes time can work in its favor. Economic pain inside the United States could weaken public support for the war, while Tehran hopes political pressure after the midterms will limit President Trump. But Iran faces a collapsing currency, severe economic strain, near-zero oil exports, and additional U.S. military power headed toward the region.   What You'll Learn in This Episode: Iran's Midterm Pressure Campaign: What the IRGC's 26-page letter reveals about Tehran's effort to influence American public opinion and use the U.S. political calendar to its advantage. The Oil Price Mystery: Why Middle Eastern crude exports have returned near prewar levels while Brent crude, diesel, gasoline, and home heating costs remain painfully high. America's Refinery Crisis: Why the United States has not built a major refinery with substantial downstream capacity since 1977, and how that weakness limits true energy independence. The Iran October Surprise: Could Tehran strike energy infrastructure, U.S. forces, cyber targets, or even the American homeland before Election Day, and could such an attack backfire? Trump After the Midterms: Why Article II powers, additional U.S. carrier groups, Iran's economic crisis, and Trump's legacy could create the opposite outcome Tehran expects. The Iran War no longer comes down only to missiles and military power. Iran needs American economic and political pressure to break Washington first. The United States needs Tehran's economic position to collapse first. The question is simple: Who runs out of time first? Episode Chapters 00:00 Iran War Strategy and the U.S. Midterm Elections   12:45 Strait of Hormuz, Oil Prices, and Iran's Energy Leverage   18:24 U.S. Energy Production, Refinery Capacity, and Oil Market Risk   22:38 U.S. Military Buildup in the Middle East   24:47 Iran's October Surprise: Pre-Election Escalation Risks   26:34 Iran Terror Attack on U.S. Soil: Election Impact and Public Response   30:26 Congress vs. Presidential War Powers and Trump's Lame-Duck Strategy ⭐ Support The P.A.S. Report: Hit the follow button, leave a five-star rating on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, and share this episode with a parent, student, teacher, or citizen who cares about the future of the country. #IranWar #Iran #Trump #USMidterms #StraitOfHormuz