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American Potential

American Potential

American Potential is a national award-winning podcast that shares how individuals are taking action in their communities to break barriers. While some of our guests may be public officials or influencers, many are ordinary Americans who decided, “enough is enough,” and are stepping up in a big way. We share policy solutions to the most important challenges our country faces and talk to people who are doing something about it. Our hope is that when you hear about other people’s stories of success –

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20:44

John Spottiswood on How a Small Town Livestock Ban...

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2026/01/13

In this episode of American Potential, host David From speaks with John Spottiswood about a local ballot measure in Pelham, New Hampshire that unexpectedly banned livestock on properties under three acres. Because the town’s definition of livestock included animals like rabbits, goats, bees, horses, and alpacas, the ordinance affected families, pets, therapy animals, and small livelihoods—prompting fear, confusion, and frustration across the community.John walks through how a small group of

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22:44

Sen. Jon Husted on Why America Needs a...

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2025/12/12

On this episode of American Potential, host David From talks with Senator Jon Husted of Ohio about one of the most urgent—and least addressed—threats facing America: the out-of-control federal debt and the lack of any requirement to balance the federal budget.Sen. Husted explains why nearly every state, including Ohio, must balance its budget while Washington continues deficit spending that has produced a $38 trillion national debt and over $1 trillion in annual interest payments—more than the

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30:21

Food Truck Owner John Leddy on Alabama’s Red Tape and...

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2025/12/12

On this episode of American Potential, host David From speaks with John Leddy, a food truck owner in Alabama, about how complicated it is to legally operate a mobile food business. John explains how food truck owners are forced to navigate a patchwork of city and county rules—requiring different permits, health inspections, fire inspections, and business licenses for each jurisdiction. With some towns extending their police jurisdiction into county areas, food truck operators can unknowingly cross

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26:48

Wisconsin Cigar Lounge Ban: Restoring Local Choice &...

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2025/12/05

On this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Ethan Sanchez (Grassroots Engagement Director, Americans for Prosperity–Wisconsin) and Marine Corps veteran Jim Thompson to unpack a little-known piece of Wisconsin law: it’s illegal to open a new cigar lounge in the state.Because of Wisconsin’s Clean Indoor Air Act, only a handful of pre-2009 cigar lounges are allowed to operate—creating a de facto state-protected monopoly and shutting out entrepreneurs like Jim, who has a

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27:43

Kansas Nurse Amy Siple vs. a Broken System: When...

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2025/11/26

In this powerful episode of American Potential, host David From speaks with Amy Siple, a Kansas nurse practitioner whose career was nearly destroyed—not for harming a patient, not for malpractice, but for a clerical error while her husband battled cancer.When Amy missed a routine license renewal fee, the Kansas Board of Nursing launched a punitive process that labeled her “unprofessional,” threatened her ability to work, jeopardized her malpractice insurance, and put her on permanent national

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26:20

Beka Dowhy on Ending Caregiver Isolation and Building...

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2025/11/21

In this heartfelt episode of American Potential, host David From talks with Beka Dowhy, founder of the Caregiver Support Network, about her mission to support family caregivers who often feel unseen and alone. After caring for her mom through multiple sclerosis (MS) alongside her dad, Beka experienced firsthand how isolating caregiving can be — and decided to change that for others.She shares how her organization connects caregivers with prayer partners, emotional support, and practical help like

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21:03

The Real Housing Horror: Washington’s Rent Control...

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2025/10/31

In this Halloween edition of American Potential, host David From talks with Heather Andrews, Western States Regional Director for Americans for Prosperity, about Washington State’s frightening new housing policy. Lawmakers promised relief for renters with a “rent stabilization” bill—really a rent control measure—that caps rent increases but ignores the real cause of sky-high prices: a massive housing shortage. Heather explains how the law threatens to scare off builders, shrink rental supply, and

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14:11

Big Sky, Bright Future: Governor Greg Gianforte on...

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2025/10/24

From energy independence to workforce innovation, Montana is charting a course for long-term growth. In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Governor Greg Gianforte at the Big Sky Bright Future Economic Summit to discuss how his administration is unleashing opportunity across the Treasure State. Gianforte outlines his vision for an “all-of-the-above” energy strategy—expanding coal, wind, solar, hydro, and nuclear—while ensuring Montana remains one of the easiest places

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24:09

50 Stars, 50 Stories: Nevada — The Battle Born...

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2025/10/22

In this special 50 Stars, 50 Stories edition of American Potential, host David From celebrates the great state of Nevada — the Battle Born State — and its enduring legacy of freedom, innovation, and resilience. Joining him is Wiz Rouzard, Deputy State Director for Americans for Prosperity–Nevada, whose passion for his adopted home shines through as he connects Nevada’s remarkable history to its growing promise today.Wiz takes us back to 1864, when Nevada entered the Union in the midst of the Civil

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22:45

Why Donor Privacy Matters: Free Speech, Philanthropy,...

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2025/10/10

In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Lawson Bader, president and CEO of DonorsTrust, to unpack why donor privacy is essential to free speech and a healthy civil society. Bader explains how efforts to expose donors—often fueled by political grudges, social-media pile-ons, and envy—chill participation and warp the relationship between citizens and the state. He traces the principle back through landmark Supreme Court rulings, makes the case that “transparency is for

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18:17

Honoring Charlie Kirk: Young Voices on Freedom,...

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2025/09/20

This episode of American Potential is unlike any other. In the wake of the tragic murder of Charlie Kirk, we pause to reflect on the principles at the heart of America—freedom of speech, open debate, and the responsibility of each generation to safeguard liberty. Charlie’s life and work embodied the courage to speak boldly, to defend foundational rights, and to inspire young people to believe that their voices matter. His loss has shaken many, but it has also awakened countless Americans to the

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21:51

Rose Gordon on Resilience, Language, and the Lakota...

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2025/09/12

In this moving episode of American Potential, host David From welcomes Rose Gordon, a Lakota language teacher at Onward Learning in South Dakota. Rose reflects on her childhood growing up under the shadow of government-run boarding schools, where speaking her native language was forbidden and punishable. Despite these efforts to erase her culture, she held on to the words, values, and stories passed down by her family and community. Today, she teaches Lakota to young students, ensuring they not only

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18:59

Exposing Waste at the Department of Justice: Billions...

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2025/09/08

In this episode of American Potential, host David From is joined by Jeremiah Mosteller, Policy Director at Americans for Prosperity, to examine how the Department of Justice spends its massive $67 billion budget. From maintaining dozens of little-used SWAT teams across obscure federal agencies to handing out 11,000 grants worth nearly $5 billion a year—many with little accountability—Jeremiah explains how DOJ has grown far beyond its original mission of enforcing federal law. He also reveals how

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32:30

Targeted in Michigan: Marlena Pavlos-Hackney and...

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2025/09/05

Host David From continues the story of Marlena Pavlos-Hackney, a Michigan restaurant owner who refused to close during the pandemic after the state’s first round of executive orders was ruled unconstitutional. Joined by her attorney, Helen Brinkman, Marlena recounts being singled out by state leadership, arrested, fined, and jailed—despite unequal enforcement and conflicting rulings—after she chose to keep serving her community.Brinkman walks through the legal maze: administrative suspensions,

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24:46

Real Numbers, Real Impact: A Financial Advisor’s Case...

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2025/06/13

In this eye-opening episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with David McNeilly, a financial advisor from Michigan, who shares how the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) has had a measurable, personal impact—not just on his clients, but on his own family’s financial freedom.With a background in ministry and a passion for helping others, McNeilly now helps middle-class families navigate retirement planning, tax strategy, and long-term financial goals. But when he crunched the numbers

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36:11

Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-LA) on Locking In...

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2025/06/13

In this next installment of American Potential, host David From shares a timely conversation featuring House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-LA) and Fox News contributor and Americans for Prosperity Advisory Council member Guy Benson, recorded at the AFP Freedom Embassy in Washington, D.C. Scalise breaks down the House-passed reconciliation bill designed to lock in the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA)—a move aimed at preventing a $4.5 trillion tax hike scheduled for 2025. The legislation would

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19:43

Congress Must Step Up: Locking In Reform, Cutting...

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2025/05/23

In the next installment of the Big Ideas for Smaller Government series, host David From welcomes back Jeremiah Mosteller, Policy Director at Americans for Prosperity, to discuss how Congress can take bold action to rein in runaway federal agencies, eliminate wasteful spending, and make key regulatory reforms permanent.Jeremiah breaks down why popular executive orders from the previous administration—like those promoting transparency and accountability—won’t last unless Congress acts. He explains

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28:33

From Army Veteran to Entrepreneur: How Chris Thomas...

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2025/04/30

Chris Thomas didn’t plan on becoming a business owner—but when opportunity knocked, he answered. In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Chris, an Army veteran and the owner of Tri-County Tower, to hear how military service shaped his leadership, and how a campfire conversation with his father-in-law changed the course of his life.Chris shares the behind-the-scenes story of buying and growing a tower construction business in small-town Ohio, the real impact of tax

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28:29

From the Frontlines to Reform: John Vick and...

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2025/04/28

What happens after service members take off the uniform—but still feel the calling to serve? In this powerful episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with John Vick, the new Executive Director of Concerned Veterans for America, to discuss how veterans are continuing the fight for freedom right here at home.John shares his remarkable journey from serving overseas with the Marines and Navy to shaping public policy on Capitol Hill, managing political campaigns, and now leading a

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21:39

From Communist Nicaragua to the American Dream:...

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2025/04/25

What does it mean to risk everything for freedom—and then dedicate your life to protecting it?In this powerful episode, host David From sits down with Rommel Lopez, grassroots engagement director for Americans for Prosperity–Florida, to share his incredible journey from communist Nicaragua to the United States. Rommel grew up during a brutal civil war under the Sandinista regime, where fear, food shortages, and propaganda were daily realities. At age 11, his family fled to America, seeking a life

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