Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff
Righteous Media | BleavIndependent Americans is a daily 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 in... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 565 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsPoliticsDaily News | |||
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- Has become a repository for Kalshi Ads
Loved the podcast, but these Kalshi ads are pushing me to unsubscribe. I know the podcast has to make money, but crowdsourcing or Patreon would be much more palatable. Being part of this is rewarding the same people who trade the insider “secrets” that keeps the 2-party system churning. Aren’t independents supposed to be looking for a better route, not to become part of the same system that has put us where we are today?
Apple Podcasts1Robert L Brown
United States19 days ago - Kalshi Ads are no good, Paul
Been subscribed since 2019. Love your perspective as a part of my understanding of the world. Stop the Kalshi Ad reads. They took me by surprise and seem to be directly opposed to the your views. Encouraging young men that this is a place for positive role models and then directing them to betting sites that include politics and war, that you commentate upon, is poor.
This is a business, I know, but there are many more sponsors out there that don’t involve gambling. Thanks.
Apple Podcasts3ChryllisUnited Statesa month ago - “They’re all bad.” What nonsense.
This guy has spent years telling you they’re all bad, one is just as bad at the other leading up to 2024 election.
Now America is gleefully killing Americans on American soil or talking about stripping citizenship from even descendants of the American revolution for speaking out.
They’re not all the same and this guy is a front put out to spread misinformation.
Apple Podcasts1ScrebobUnited States2 months ago - The break music
I grew up with 90 rap and listening to your segue music is annoying enough to stop listening to you. Please this is too cheesy. Do less.
Apple Podcasts4Task keeperUnited States2 months ago - Superb content!
Dynamite independent perspective—unflinching and very much needed at this moment in our nation’s history.
Apple Podcasts5My Take-99United States2 months ago
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A daily, independent-leaning political/news show anchored by a veteran host who frames national issues through a veteran and citizen-first lens. Episodes commonly mix sharp commentary on foreign policy, military affairs, and U.S. governance with veteran perspectives, electoral dynamics (notably independent candidates and open primaries), and cultural touches. Guests range from veterans and independent candidates to journalists, offering practical, grass-roots insights on policy, civil liberties, and democracy in action. The program often threads current events with calls to civic engagement, highlighting accountability in government and the role of independent media in shaping public discourse.
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