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Independent Americans is a weekly news show hosted by Paul Rieckhoff. He’s a fighter, a patriot, and an independent political and media force to be reckoned with. After serving as a soldier in Iraq in 2004, Rieckhoff emerged as one of the most dynamic political and social leaders in America. In every episode, he breaks down the most important issues facing our country. And he interviews the most i... more

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Join host Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff)  for candid, high-energy conversations with four trailblazing independent Senate candidates: Ty Pinkins (MS), Todd Achilles (ID), Brian Bengs (SD), and Dan Osborn (NE). Powered by Righteous Media, this episod... more

America is facing unprecedented division and anxiety, but this is also a moment of new possibilities and bold leadership. In this powerful episode, your host Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) continues the Meet the Independent Candidate series with Ty ... more

The summer has come to a close in a crescendo of chaos. Political violence, confusion and anger are the defining features of the American vibe. And the American vibe, it ain’t good. Tension everywhere as new cities are added to the target list seemin... more

This continues to be THE podcast for independent and unaffiliated Americans. No other show is focused on independents and independent elected leaders and candidates like we are.

Why do America’s biggest states leave us with so few choices? Independe... more

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Ty Pinkins
Independent Senate candidate and military veteran
Independent candidate for Senate
Episode: 355. Ty Pinkins. Independent Veteran for Senate in Mississippi. America One Week Into the Government Shutdown. Are Unlawful Orders Coming? Running Independent in the Deep South. National Guard Troops Deployed to Chicago. Baseball Playoff Magic.
Ethan Penner
Independent candidate for Governor of California
Episode: 353. Ethan Penner. Independent for Governor of California. The Golden State in Crisis. Can He Really Win? Standing Up For The Center. A Bold Vision For Reforming The Tax System. Independents As a Source of Unity After The Kirk Assassination.
Rick Bennett
State Senator and candidate for governor of Maine
Episode: 352. State Senator Rick Bennett. Independent for Governor of Maine. Why He Left the GOP. Vacationland as a Bellwether for the Independent Movement. The Massive Drop in Canadian Tourism. Trump vs Governors. Leadership After The Charlie Kirk Assassination.
Aaron Mankin
Corporal in the Marine Corps and advocate for veterans
Operation Mend
Episode: 348. Aaron Mankin (Replay). Losing Your Face in Combat. Debating Sara Huckabee Sanders in High School. How to Survive 70 Surgeries. Aaron’s Playboy Mansion Story. Scars Are Not Forever. Operation Mend. No Excuse Not to Serve.
David Bellavia
First living Medal of Honor recipient from the Iraq War
Episode: 347. David Bellavia (Replay). The Sole Living Medal of Honor Recipient of the Iraq War. Combat is Not Like The Movies. Who’s A Bigger Threat - Libertarians or Liberals? Time Does Not Heal All Wounds. Live the Life You’re Supposed to Live.
Samantha Bee
Comedian, activist, and host of Full Frontal with Samantha Bee
Full Frontal with Samantha Bee
Episode: 346. Sam Bee (Replay). The Kurds are Being Slaughtered. Democrats Debate Again. The Middle East Jenga Game. Sam Bee at The DMV. The Daily Show Reunion Tour. Fighting Back with Comedy. Djibouti and Naugahyde.
Todd Achilles
Former Army officer and Idaho State Representative running for U.S. Senate as an independent
Independent Candidate
Episode: 342. Todd Achilles. Independent Veteran for Senate in Idaho. National Parks Under Attack. Dan Osborn is Running Again. Trump Threatens to Bomb Moscow. Russia Sanctions Bill Finally Coming. VA’s Cutting 30K. The Fight for Open Primaries is Rolling in NYC.
Mike Lawler
Republican Congressman representing New York's 17th district.
United States Congress
Episode: 341. Congressman Mike Lawler. Independents Day 2025. What Mamdani Means. The Weakness of the GOP in NY. Will He Run For Governor? The AUMF Must Go. Ukraine Sanctions Bill Update. Vets Need Bi-Partisan Support —Especially Now. Happy Birthday, America!
Angus King
Independent United States Senator from Maine
U.S. Senate
Episode: 340. Senator Angus King. The Only Real Independent US Senator? Trump Bombs Iran. Now the Spin Begins. Can The Senate Stop Him? The Spirit of Joshua Chamberlain. Socialist Mamdani Wins NYC’s Rigged Primary. 1M Independents Blocked Out. The OKC Example.

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Paul Rieckhoff
Host of Independent Americans and prominent figure in political and social discussions, with experience as a soldier and activist.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 927 ratings
  • Great discussions

    Real openness and excellent background info

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AnnSjstrm
    Sweden4 months ago
  • Great guests

    Excellent guests

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mikerubin1954
    United States6 months ago
  • Great Job

    I’m writing to send you best regards. I’m at home in Iowa and doing okay, things are a whirlwind right now. I’m glad you brought up Corey Booker. I agree it’s nice to see pushback, just like Wisconsin winning this week.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JoshTitler
    United States6 months ago
  • Great podcast

    Just found this after CNN interview. Only issue is sound. Seems as if you are speaking from across room and picked up by a distant mike. Am retired radio producer so find it frustrating.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Jantully
    Australia7 months ago
  • Great

    Podcast Addict
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    Loftouserw
    7 months ago

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355. Ty Pinkins. Independent Veteran for Senate in Mississippi. America One Week Into the Government Shutdown. Are Unlawful Orders Coming? Running Independent in the Deep South. National Guard Troops Deployed to Chicago. Baseball Playoff Magic.
Q: Can you talk about the landscape here and how you think it's going to shape up and why you may be uniquely positioned and challenged as an Independent to take on those folks?
Ty discusses Mississippi's traditionally Republican voting patterns and the need for independent candidates to unite voters across party lines.
355. Ty Pinkins. Independent Veteran for Senate in Mississippi. America One Week Into the Government Shutdown. Are Unlawful Orders Coming? Running Independent in the Deep South. National Guard Troops Deployed to Chicago. Baseball Playoff Magic.
Q: Can you talk about why you're an independent and how you define independent?
Ty Pinkins shares his background and explains his choice to run as an independent, emphasizing the need for an independent voice to challenge both major parties.
353. Ethan Penner. Independent for Governor of California. The Golden State in Crisis. Can He Really Win? Standing Up For The Center. A Bold Vision For Reforming The Tax System. Independents As a Source of Unity After The Kirk Assassination.
Q: Why should folks support your independent candidacy right now?
California is in a difficult spot and potentially losing its viability. Penner believes he is the candidate who can restore functionality to California governance with competence and empathy.
352. State Senator Rick Bennett. Independent for Governor of Maine. Why He Left the GOP. Vacationland as a Bellwether for the Independent Movement. The Massive Drop in Canadian Tourism. Trump vs Governors. Leadership After The Charlie Kirk Assassination.
Q: Why do you think Maine has a history of independence?
Maine's political culture is based on personal connections and community accountability, which allows for independent politics to thrive.
352. State Senator Rick Bennett. Independent for Governor of Maine. Why He Left the GOP. Vacationland as a Bellwether for the Independent Movement. The Massive Drop in Canadian Tourism. Trump vs Governors. Leadership After The Charlie Kirk Assassination.
Q: What does it mean to you to call yourself an independent on this political spectrum?
It means I put the people of Maine first, responding to no other pressures aside from what's good for the people of Maine.

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The content revolves around current political dynamics, especially focusing on the independent movement and alternative perspectives on pressing issues facing America. It highlights critical discussions with various guests from diverse backgrounds such as veterans, politicians, and activists, often deepening the exploration of topics like political resilience, the partisan landscape, and the challenges individuals face in advocating for change. This approach emphasizes the podcast's commitment to discussions that transcend traditional party lines, resonating particularly with listeners looking for honest insights and independent viewpoints on contemporary issues.

Unique elements of the show include its focus on personal narratives from vet... more

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1. Ty Pinkins
2. Ethan Penner
3. Rick Bennett
4. Aaron Mankin
5. David Bellavia
6. Samantha Bee
7. Todd Achilles
8. Mike Lawler

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