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Bold American Pod

Barstool Sports
Barstool Sports
Iran
CIA
Donald Trump
Veteran Mental Health
Venezuela
Social Media
Military Culture
Mental Health
Tim Kennedy
September 11, 2001
Lacrosse
VFW
Ukraine
Veterans Affairs
West Point
Fourth Of July
Psychedelics
Iraq
Thanksgiving

Bold American is Made in America and made for you. Two Veterans and a Gold Star sister dive into the Good, Bad, Ugly, and All-American topics. Military, Veteran, Culture Issues and yes…even politics. Bold conversations for all Americans. Hosted by Captain Cons. New episodes each week

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00:00-01:48 Intro 01:49-20:57 The Last 72 20:58-28:18 Iran Update 28:19-34:00 Lincoln Memorial Pool 34:01-40:13 Trump Awards Medal Of Honor To 3 Service Members 40:14-54:22 USA Makes The Knockout Stage 54:23-57:32 Post-Show

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00:00-01:20 Intro 01:21-19:13 The Last 72 19:14-23:42 Iran Update 23:43-33:42 UFC White House 33:43-36:53 Knicks Win NBA Title 36:54-39:58 International Fans Experiencing America 39:59-41:35 Interview Prelude 41:36-01:14:59 HUD Secretary Scott Turner... more

00:00-01:05 Intro 00:52-16:50 The Last 72 16:51-26:27 Trump Attends NBA Finals 26:28-31:56 Stars & Stripes Sues Pentagon 31:57-38:19 Ricky Williams Astrology Career 38:20-45:02 Road Tripping 45:03-49:39 Post-Show

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00:00-00:29 Intro 00:30-07:59 Barstool Background 08:00-29:14 Knicks In The Finals 29:15-31:01 KFC Radio 31:02-01:11:34 Vicariously Sports 01:11:35-01:15:37 Post-Show

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Recent Guests

Kevin Clancy
KFC Barstool, Barstool Sports personality
Barstool Sports
Episode: KFC Barstool On Vicariously Sports and The Knicks In The Finals. BA EP 66
Alex Morrow
Founder of Mops and Moes, military wellness advocate
Mops and Moes
Episode: Alex Morrow on MOPs & MOEs and Military Health and Wellness
Ashley N. Southerd
Gold Star spouse of Army Sergeant Andy Southard
Gold Star family
Episode: Memorial Day and Remembering The Fallen With Ashley Southard
Al [from Paws Of War]
Sergeant, Army National Guard and representative of Paws Of War
Paws Of War
Episode: Al Staab Tells Us How Paws Of War Is Helping Vets With Pets. BA EP 63
Max Afterburner
Former fighter pilot, content creator
Max Afterburner Energy / former USAF
Episode: Max Afterburner On Life As A Fighter Pilot and The Iran War. BA EP 59
Preston Stewart
Army officer and global affairs expert
Episode: Preston Stewart On The CJNG Cartel, Situation In Iran, and Ukraine-Russia. BA EP 52
Kyle Eberly
Founder of Sit Reps to Steer Co.s, helping veterans transition into civilian roles
Sit Reps to Steer Co.s
Episode: Kyle Eberly on His Path Post-Military, Balancing Social and Corporate Life, and sitreps2steercos
Richelle Ryan
Supporter of military veterans and community advocate
US Vets
Episode: Richelle Ryan Joins To Talk Going Back To The Moon and Trying to Acquire Greenland. BA EP 47
James Gagliano
Army veteran and career FBI agent with expertise in law enforcement and crisis response.
Episode: James Gagliano Breaks Down The U.S. Capture Of Nicolas Maduro

Hosts

Captain Cons
Host of Bold American Podcast
Rob
Host of Bold American Podcast
Connor
Co-host of Bold American Podcast

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 4.1k ratings
  • Reboot

    Love the reboot, everyone is meshing well. But the last 2 episodes, Cons’s audio has been so low, compared to everyone else

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    truckie977
    United States4 months ago
  • CaptainCons

    is racist on twitter

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    protestsongs
    United States7 months ago
  • Refreshing

    Love the show. Started listening back in 2021. I do miss Chaps and Kate, but I’m glad Cons kept the show going. I love the New additions with Ryan and Rob. Keep up the good work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Inigo Montoya.
    United States10 months ago
  • Sane-washing from the brain-washed

    They follow their marching orders very well. Good for them. Bold? Nah. American? Debatable. Pod? Sure.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    anothercoolsandwich
    United Statesa year ago
  • Bring back ZBT

    This show is nothing now without Chaps and Kate….the new hosts are just annoying with no real depth in the discussions. Stop using the ZBT feed to promote this different show

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Peter G-N
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Feedback is mixed on political content, with calls for more diverse viewpoints.
Audience reacts positively to guests with real-world military experience and practical insights.
Listeners appreciate candid, veteran-informed discussions and authentic storytelling.
Some listeners critique audio quality and shifts in host lineup.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#83
United States/Government
Apple Podcasts
#49
Canada/Government
Apple Podcasts
#217
United Kingdom/Government
Apple Podcasts
#50
Saudi Arabia/Government
Apple Podcasts
#63
China/Government
Apple Podcasts
#100
Hong Kong/Government

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

KFC Barstool On Vicariously Sports and The Knicks In The Finals. BA EP 66
Q: What have you learned about parenting and youth sports that you'd share with other parents?
A central takeaway is to focus on supporting kids and teaching the game, not just celebrating outcomes; the conversation also emphasizes avoiding overcoaching, encouraging resilience, and maintaining balance in family life.
KFC Barstool On Vicariously Sports and The Knicks In The Finals. BA EP 66
Q: What does this Knicks run mean to you personally and for your view on sports culture?
They express a rare level of confidence in the Knicks, connect it to deeper generational memories, and discuss how team performance intersects with city pride and celebrity politics at games.
KFC Barstool On Vicariously Sports and The Knicks In The Finals. BA EP 66
Q: How did you get started at Barstool and what shaped your early path?
The guests describe a winding, butterfly-effect route into Barstool, with early blogging, a leap to the Barstool scene in New York, and the realization that consistent, regular content was key to sustained opportunities.
Richelle Ryan Joins To Talk Going Back To The Moon and Trying to Acquire Greenland. BA EP 47
Q: What do you think about the Pentagon taking over Stars and Stripes?
Rob recalled reading Stars and Stripes as a child and sees it as an important source for veteren news.
Richelle Ryan Joins To Talk Going Back To The Moon and Trying to Acquire Greenland. BA EP 47
Q: Richelle, do you think it's a good idea for the U.S. to try to acquire Greenland?
Richelle expresses support for the current administration's approach to Greenland.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bold American Pod

What is Bold American Pod about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Bold conversations center on military life, veteran culture, and current affairs, blending personal stories with analysis of policy, politics, and national security. Episodes frequently feature veterans and military-affiliated guests who share first-hand experiences, from grief and resilience to reintegration and service dogs, alongside timely discussions of geopolitics, space, and media narratives. A notable trait is the casual, camaraderie-driven banter that anchors serious topics, making complex issues accessible while maintaining a tough, authentic edge that resonates with a veteran- and patriot-leaning audience. The show often weaves sponsor segments into heartfelt conversations, and the rotating guest mix keeps coverage wide—from Gold... more

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1. Kevin Clancy
2. Alex Morrow
3. Ashley N. Southerd
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5. Max Afterburner
6. Preston Stewart
7. Kyle Eberly
8. Richelle Ryan

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