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Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff

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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 influential and compelling people. He’s taking on Republicans, Democrats—and everyone in between. If

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354. Ken Burns. America at an Inflection Point....

Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff ·

2025/10/02

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 seemingly daily. Memphis, LA, New York, Chicago. And now a government shutdown when things couldn’t get any more fraught. It’s a good time to stay frosty and an even better time to stay vigilant. And now, on the heels of this week’s unprecedented speech at

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353. Ethan Penner. Independent for Governor of...

Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff ·

2025/09/25

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? Independent candidate for California Governor, businessman and author Ethan Penner, joins our Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) for a raw and insightful conversation that dives deep into the state’s dire housing, affordability, and political challenges, the

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352. State Senator Rick Bennett. Independent for...

Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff ·

2025/09/18

Fall is just around the corner, kids are back in school, football has kicked off and your host Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) is here to continue to tear into the future of independent politics. And American politics. This week, we’ve got a great conversation with Maine State Senator Rick Bennett, a lifelong Republican and former state party Chair who has recently declared his independence from the GOP and announced a run for Governor. It’s a bold move. And becoming a trend we’ve been focused on

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Episode 351. Rob Serra, FDNY (Ret.). The Annual 9/11...

Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff ·

2025/09/11

If you’ve listened to this show over the years, chances are that you’ve heard our guest. If you haven’t, get ready for a solid dose of the straight up good stuff. Rob Serra (@SerraRob) is back for the annual 9/11 episode and this one hits hard. Host and founder Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) was there at Ground Zero on 9/11. So was Rob. It was famously his first day on the job. Yes, you read that right, his first day as a New York City firefighter was Tuesday, September 11th, 2001. They didn’t

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350. Dean Kamen (Replay). Inventing iBOTs, Segways...

Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff ·

2025/09/04

We’ve got one last look back before we plunge into the future. This week we’re taking it way, way back to Episode 26 with the amazing inventor Dean Kamen.From Episode 26 - September 26, 2019: Dean Kamen is one of the greatest inventors of our time. He invented the Segway, the first drug infusion pump, and the Slingshot–a water purification device that requires no filters, can turn almost any kind of water into drinking water and can operate using cow dung as fuel. He also invented the LUKE (Life

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349. Jeffrey Wright (Replay). Westworld and COVID19....

Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff ·

2025/08/28

Our summer break continues as we knock out our housekeeping and get things ready for a busy fall. And before we get back to all new episodes we’ve got another great look back at a favorite with the great actor Jeffrey Wright. He digs into his role on WestWorld, his time in Hollywood and the roles he loves to take on, and he shares the story of Nearest Green and what has become not only an inspiration but is also a very successful enterprise.From Episode 55 - April 16, 2020: From Angels in America

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348. Aaron Mankin (Replay). Losing Your Face in...

Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff ·

2025/08/21

Our August break continues and we’re throwing it way back to Episode 34 with Aaron Mankin. A true American hero, Aaron Mankin joined Paul Rieckhoff at the Classic Car Club in New York for an incredibly powerful conversation. Having survived a catastrophic IED explosion in Iraq that left him with severe burns and countless injuries shares the story of his journey to recovery with Paul in this riveting conversation. This is about more than just survival—it's about choosing hope over despair and we’re

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347. David Bellavia (Replay). The Sole Living Medal...

Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff ·

2025/08/14

Our throwback August continues as we go way back to Episode 33 with Paul’s fascinating conversation with the sole living Medal of Honor Recipient from the Iraq War. It’s a hell of a distinction–and a hell of a conversation. Take some time and listen to this timeless talk about war, humanity and the drive to push forward, even after horrific loss. From inside the very cool Classic Car Club in Manhattan. In a raw and powerful conversation, Paul sits down with David Bellavia, the first living Medal

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346. Sam Bee (Replay). The Kurds are Being...

Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff ·

2025/08/07

Our August break is continuing with a replay of one of our favorite chats we’ve ever recorded. This one is really fun. Over the next few weeks we’ll be re-sharing conversations with some of our favorite guests as they share their stories of independence, integrity, information, inspiration and definitely impact. We’re kicking the series off with a conversation with comedy legend Sam Bee. And if you're a Lindsey Graham fan, this one is not for you. Recorded live from the Manhattan Classic Car Club

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345. Stephen Colbert. Replay with the American Icon....

Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff ·

2025/07/31

Producers note: Folks, if you’ve been following this show for a while now, you know we go hard. All of the time. From last week’s event in Washington DC to upcoming events later this year, to the non-stop news appearances (not to mention I make Paul walk around New York filming himself talking into a camera), to the multiple organizations he’s helping run (Independent Veterans of America, American Veterans for Ukraine, Operation Liberty), we keep the hammer down. But like Paul’s mentor Les Gelb

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344. Live From DC. The Independent Center’s...

Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff ·

2025/07/24

What’s it like behind the scenes of the independent movement? What does the future look like and who will be the candidates that emerge as leaders of the movement? They’re important questions we’ve explored now for years and this week we’ve got a rare opportunity to share with you, the true independent Americans.This week, our host Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) was joined by past guest and independent veteran candidate for Senate from Idaho Todd Achilles, California candidate for Governor Ethan

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343. Dan Osborn. The Independent Vet Is Running Again...

Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff ·

2025/07/17

The summer of 2025 has been a time of chaos. A time of confusion. And a time of distress for many Americans. But for independent Americans it’s been a little bit different. In between all of the moments of turmoil have been glimmers of hope, a chance at a better future. And that better future is being driven by independents. From Jim Walden’s upstart mayoral campaign in New York City to the Badlands of South Dakota and Brian Bengs’ renegade Senate run, to last episode’s guest from the great state of

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342. Todd Achilles. Independent Veteran for Senate in...

Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff ·

2025/07/10

Things are hot in America this summer. And they’re only getting hotter. The VA is cutting 30,000 jobs, Trump is threatening to bomb Moscow and Beijing, Hegseth is doing Hegseth things at the Pentagon, and New York City is hovering around one hundred degrees while a socialist is leading in the polls for Mayor. Shit is toasty and it’s only gonna get hotter. And your host Paul Rieckhoff is here to tear into all of it with a cool head and light to contrast the heat of the mayhem, spin and

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341. Congressman Mike Lawler. Independents Day 2025....

Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff ·

2025/07/03

It’s the Fourth of July, and she might be a little dinged up, but after 249 years, America is still standing. And she will keep standing as long as there are independent Americans out there to stay vigilant and ensure that the torch that Lady Liberty holds high above her head as a beacon for all stays lit.And this show will always stay vigilant. Especially on Independence Day. Or INDEPENDENTS Day! It’s a time for us all to reflect on what independence really means. And explore who will stand up

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340. Senator Angus King. The Only Real Independent US...

Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff ·

2025/06/26

Trump has bombed Iran. And now, the spin and politics is accelerating faster than a B-2 bomber. And a political bomb dropped on NYC this week as 33-year-old socialist Zohran Mamdani conquered Andrew Cuomo and a cluttered Democratic primary. Now, he’ll take on a wacky Republican radio host, the compromised disaster that is Eric Adams, maybe Cuomo (ugh), and true independent and recent guest on this program, Jim Walden. But there’s also a big, largely-unreported story of what this really means for

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339. Sebastian Junger. America at the Breaking Point....

Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff ·

2025/06/19

Summer is officially here and things are getting hot. Too hot. From the assassination of state legislators in Minnesota last week to a potential hot war with Iran to more and more troops deployed into American streets, this is one of the tensest times anyone can remember.And in tense times it’s good to get a little perspective. And we’ve got the perfect guest to dish it out. Sebastian Junger returns and he’s not holding anything back. He’s been on the show five times and he’s one of host Paul

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338. Barbara Starr. The Battle of Los Angeles. I...

Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff ·

2025/06/12

We’re only six months into Trump 2.0 and things are getting bad fast. He was looking for a fight. And he found it. Unrest in Los Angeles has been met with a mobilization of troops that few predicted. But your host, Paul Rieckhoff, did. For five years we’ve been sounding the alarm. Thinking the unthinkable—that has often come true. From COVID, to Trump refusing to leave office, to the January 6th insurrection, to armed violence and now troops in the streets—-this is one episode you can’t afford to

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337. Mayor Tim Kelly. The Independent Mayor Of...

Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff ·

2025/06/05

America needs leaders. And leaders are in short supply. That seems to be the case in Washington at least. Whether it’s Pete Hegseth’s ongoing hateful attacks on the LGBTQ service members under his command or his self aggrandizing ad or the ongoing chaos at the Pentagon, none of it is efficient and none of it is making any of us any safer.America needs leaders. They’re out there. And more and more frequently they aren’t claiming either political party. Independent leaders we’ve profiled in recent

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336. Mayor Yemi Mobolade. The Independent Immigrant...

Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff ·

2025/05/29

Summer is almost officially here and things are already heating up. From the increasing pressure from Republicans to back Ukraine (a massive win for everyone) to Trump’s new half-baked “Golden Dome” defense system to another horrific antisemitic attack on two Israeli embassy staffers in DC, your fearless and always independent host Paul Rieckhoff has you covered.And as the onslaught of crazy news continues to drop, it’s easy to lose sight of the wins. To forget about the small victories that keep

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335. Bonnie Carroll. A Special Memorial Day...

Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff ·

2025/05/22

335. Bonnie Carroll. A Special Memorial Day Conversation with ‘Saint Bonnie’. It’s Memorial Day Every Day in Ukraine. Ben (Not Jerry) Manhandled in DC. Noem’s Immigration Hunger Games. Hegseth’s Afghanistan Witch Hunt. VA Sec Collins Continues to Spin. It’s Fleet Week in New York City. The Knicks are in the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time in decades, the Yankees are in first in their division. It’s a good time to be in New York. But this week as we head into Memorial Day weekend,

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