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American Thought Leaders

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China
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Covid-19
United States
Donald Trump
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Human Rights Violations
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Taiwan
Trump Administration
Israel
Antidepressants
Iran
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Pharmaceutical Industry
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At a time when our nation is portrayed as increasingly polarized, media often ignore viewpoints and stories that are worthy of attention. American Thought Leaders, hosted by The Epoch Times Senior Editor Jan Jekielek, features in-depth discussions with some of America’s most influential thought leaders on pertinent issues facing our nation today.

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An island nation only one-third the size of Virginia, Taiwan produces more than 90 percent of the world’s most advanced chips and more than 90 percent of the servers powering the AI revolution. And last year, Taiwan became the United States’ fourth-l... more

In what was the third major attempt on President Donald Trump’s life in an era of escalating political violence, this year’s White House Correspondents Association (WHCA) dinner was abruptly cut short when multiple shots were fired, and a man was app... more

A recent landmark Jamestown Foundation report maps Chinese United Front operations, the Chinese Communist Party’s (CCP’s) effort to co-opt and weaponize civil society against the CCP’s enemies.

The report, titled “Harnessing the People” and authored... more

Subpoenaed documents released by Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wisc.) reveal that American public health officials were well aware of COVID-19 vaccine safety signals for myocarditis and ischemic stroke in people over 65—well before they alerted the American pu... more

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Recent Guests

Peter Mattis
President of the Jamestown Foundation
Jamestown Foundation
Episode: Over 1,000 CCP-Linked Groups in America: Exposing United Front Operations | Peter Mattis
Ron Johnson
U.S. Senator (R-Wisconsin) discussing COVID-19 records and safety signals
United States Senate
Episode: Sen. Ron Johnson: Here’s What We Found in 11 Million Pages of COVID Records
Stephen Meyer
New York Times bestselling author and founder of the Discovery Institute Center for Science and Culture
Discovery Institute
Episode: Why Some Scientists Are Rethinking Darwin’s Theory of Evolution | Stephen Meyer
Kristen Jenson
Founder of Defend Young Minds and author of Good Pictures, Bad Pictures
Defend Young Minds
Episode: How Rampant Explicit Material Is Poisoning the Minds of America’s Children | Kristen Jenson
Ethan Gutmann
Investigative journalist and author focused on forced organ harvesting in China
Author, The Slaughter; The Xinjiang Procedure
Episode: Why 28- and 29-Year-Olds Are Disappearing From China’s Uyghur Concentration Camps | Ethan Gutmann
Peter McIlvenna
Co-founder of Hearts of Oak
Hearts of Oak
Episode: The Failures of Multiculturalism in the United Kingdom | Peter McIlvenna
Wynton Hall
Breitbart's social media director and author of Code Red
Breitbart, Author of Code Red
Episode: From AI Girlfriends to Brain Implants, How the AI Revolution Is Radically Reshaping Our World | Wynton Hall
Frank Bisignano
Commissioner and CEO of Social Security Administration (SSA) and internal role with the IRS
Social Security Administration / Internal Revenue Service
Episode: He Ran the World’s Biggest Payment Processor; Now He’s Taking on Social Security | Frank Bisignano
Adnan Alkhalili
Founder and CEO of Touch Grass Collective
Touch Grass Collective
Episode: How ‘Brain Rot’ and the Escapist Virtual World Is Harming Our Youth | Adnan Alkhalili

Host

Jan Jekielek
Host of American Thought Leaders

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1.6k ratings
  • American Thought Leaders

    Great in-depth interviews. The best. Always excellent topics on items both current and below the radar. Very pertinent. Thanks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    makesmymusic
    United States20 days ago
  • Thanks, Jan!

    Always interesting interviews! Thanks, Jan, for doing such a great job asking good questions and letting your guests give their answers without cutting them off!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gramaree
    United Statesa month ago
  • Riveting!

    Great interviews with easily digestible, though shocking at times, content. (Just wish I could pronounce the interviewers name.)🤷🏼‍♂️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    robione_1
    United States2 months ago
  • Missing episode

    I also want to report the missing Alzheimer’s research episode. The transgender medicine episode got substituted for this one by mistake.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    875HanMarJack
    United States3 months ago
  • Missing Episode

    The episode that is labeled to be an interview of Lou Reese about Alzheimer’s is a repeat of the episode on transgender medicine.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cathark
    United States3 months ago

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Guest lineup is strong and varied, with a clear focus on governance, policy, and national security.
Some listeners perceive a strong editorial stance and want a broader range of perspectives.
High-quality, long-form interviews that educate beyond surface-level coverage.
Consistent, well-produced content that avoids sensationalism, with substantial context for complex topics.
Thoughtful, in-depth conversations with highly prepared guests.
Listeners appreciate the rigorous questioning and the host's preparedness.

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#197
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#203
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Apple Podcasts
#148
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#169
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#189
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#190
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Talking Points

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Sen. Ron Johnson: Here’s What We Found in 11 Million Pages of COVID Records
Q: Do you believe the CDC or other agencies deliberately downplayed safety signals?
Yes, the guest argues there was intentional downplaying and obfuscation of critical safety signals, and that internal communications showed awareness of inadequacies in safety surveillance systems.
Sen. Ron Johnson: Here’s What We Found in 11 Million Pages of COVID Records
Q: What prompted you to publish the 11 million pages of COVID-19 documents?
The goal was to prompt a full public accounting by federal health agencies and expose how safety signals, such as myocarditis and ischemic stroke, were handled, with a push for transparency and accountability.
Why 28- and 29-Year-Olds Are Disappearing From China’s Uyghur Concentration Camps | Ethan Gutmann
Q: What would you say was the single most shocking thing that you came across in your work?
The most shocking element is the human tissue and organ harvesting nexus, particularly the '28' pattern tied to age, and the depth of medical involvement, witnessed by someone with direct surgical knowledge who calls the central activities the beating heart of the operation, which underscores a systematic, state-supported enterprise rather than isolated incidents.
Future of European Security and Russia-Ukraine Peace Efforts: Latvia Foreign Minister Baiba Braze
Q: What is your assessment of the new US national security strategy and NATO-EU relations?
The guest stresses a solid NATO-EU framework, highlights the need for Europe to take more responsibility in defense, and notes that Latvia supports closer U.S.-European collaboration while recognizing the complexity of aligning NATO and EU policies.
How the CCP Dehumanizes Christians in China | Pastor Bob Fu
Q: Can you describe a concrete example of how technology enables persecution?
Technology like face or gait recognition and large-scale data collection allows authorities to identify and pre-empt religious gatherings, often before they occur, making it easier to arrest church leaders and members with minimal resistance.

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Frequently Asked Questions About American Thought Leaders

What is American Thought Leaders about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on in-depth conversations with influential thought leaders on U.S. politics, policy, and global affairs, often through a conservative-leaning lens. Episodes frequently tackle China's rise, national security, governance, public health policy, and cultural debates, with a strong emphasis on critical analysis of mainstream narratives and policy decisions. The format tends to feature thorough guest preparation, challenging questions, and a focus on implications for citizens, governance, and freedom. A standout aspect is the seamless mix of geopolitics, domestic policy, and human-rights-focused storytelling, making it a resource for listeners who want deeper context and a perspective that prioritizes individual rights and nation... more

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2. Ron Johnson
3. Stephen Meyer
4. Kristen Jenson
5. Ethan Gutmann
6. Peter McIlvenna
7. Wynton Hall
8. Frank Bisignano

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