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We've talked a lot about gun violence on Burn the Boats, and how many politicians have ignored common sense solutions. Lax firearm regulations have made guns more accessible than ever, and as a result, communities are suffering. Thankfully, grassroots leaders are taking a stand. Today I wanted to share an episode of Living For We: Keep Ya Head Up. The show highlights how these people are taking matters into their own hands in order to make their streets safer. Guests include organizers, therapists, formerly incarcerated, and everyday people living in these communities who want to reduce gun violence, and tackle the systemic issues that play into it. This first episode features a conversation with two young men that led a life of crime, but are now trying to leave that all behind them. Please enjoy this episode of Living For We: Keep Ya Head Up. Find Living For We: Keep Ya Head Up wherever you find podcasts. You can find the video version of the show on Spotify and on YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a recent speech, Donald Trump suggested reviving a law from the early 1900's that threatened ten-year jail sentences for anyone defacing a statue. Dara Starr Tucker, host of the All Over The Place Podcast, discusses the racist overtones of this threat. Follow Dara Starr Tucker's podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-over-the-place-with-dara-starr-tucker/id1616887063 Subscribe to the podcast version of The Ken Harbaugh Show here:  iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ken-harbaugh-show/id1765198131 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3hlL7kFoGd1KiqSBIdNRX1?si=01f9e41e17e24816 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pam Hemphill participated in the J6 Capitol riots, and spent 60 days in prison as a result. She pleaded guilty because, as she says, “I was not a victim…I was a volunteer.” Since then, she has rejected the MAGA movement, and is now actively campaigning for Vice President Harris. Please subscribe to the podcast version of The Ken Harbaugh Show here:  iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ken-harbaugh-show/id1765198131 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3hlL7kFoGd1KiqSBIdNRX1?si=01f9e41e17e24816 …or wherever you get your podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David is a survivor of the Parkland shooting at Marjorie Stoneman Douglas in 2018. Following the attack, he and his classmates founded March for Our Lives, an organization dedicated to ending gun violence in the U.S, and held the largest single day of protest against gun violence in history. Since then, David has become a leader in the fight to end gun violence. He graduated from Harvard this year, and co-founded Leaders We Deserve, an organization that aims to help elect young, progressive candidates to office.  In this interview, David talks about what VP candidate Tim Walz has accomplished and what he brings to the democratic ticket, as well as the importance of bipartisanship and bringing Gen-Z into the political fold.  You can check out last year's interview with David here.  Head to ZBiotics.com/BOATS and use the code BOATS at checkout for 15% off. Go to Qualialife.com/BOATS for up to 50% off and use code BOATS at checkout for an additional 15% off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Olivia Julianna is a Gen-Z digital strategist and activist who has a substantial following online. In this interview, she talks about how Kamala Harris's candidacy has generated excitement from all sorts of voters. Visit HENSONSHAVING.com/BOATS to pick the razor for you and use code BOATS and you'll get two years' worth of blades free with your razor–just make sure to add them to your cart. Visit Lumen.me and use code BOATS to get $100 off your Lumen! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we're sharing an interview Ken did on the David Bellavia Show as a bonus episode. In this interview, Ken and David have a tough but respectful conversation about Trump's comments disparaging the Medal of Honor. David is a conservative and the only surviving recipient of the Medal of Honor from Operation Iraqi Freedom. In the interview, he calls Trump's comments a "horrible statement" that "cheapens the award." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Josh McLaurin was JD Vance's roommate at Yale Law school, and was the recipient of the infamous text from JD Vance where he described Trump as “America's Hitler”.  In this interview, Josh describes how JD has changed into a “completely different person” in an attempt to gain power.  Josh McLaurin represents District 51 in the Georgia State House and is running for the state senate. You can learn more about him here.  Go to Qualialife.com/BOATS for up to 50% off and use code BOATS at checkout for an additional 15% off. Head to ZBiotics.com/BOATS and use the code BOATS at checkout for 15% off. Visit HENSONSHAVING.com/BOATS to pick the razor for you and use code BOATS and you'll get two years' worth of blades free with your razor–just make sure to add them to your cart. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, we've decided to share this powerful episode from the Lincoln Project Podcast. As a result of extremist policies in Texas, Ryan's wife almost died from a miscarriage. In this interview, Ryan talks about what they went through, and explains how dangerous these policies can be.  Big thanks to The Lincoln Project for letting us share this episode. You can follow Rick Wilson at @TheRickWilson on X and subscribe to his Substack at therickwilson.substack.com. Join the fight with Lincoln Project at www.lincolnproject.us and follow us on X at @ProjectLincoln. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda and Ken discuss Kamala Harris's sudden candidacy, the lackluster response to JD Vance's addition to the Republican ticket, and what this all means for November.  Amanda Weinstein previously worked as a Professor of Economics at the University of Akron, where she studied the quality of life in suburban America. She is currently the co-host of the podcast, The Suburban Women Problem. You can find her on twitter at @ProfWeinstein Visit Lumen.me and use code BOATS to get $100 off your Lumen! Go to Qualialife.com/BOATS for up to 50% off and use code BOATS at checkout for an additional 15% off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode was recorded prior to Joe Biden dropping out of the Presidential Race. Nevertheless, Grant's insights are still incredibly relevant, so we're sharing his interview as a bonus episode. Grant Stern is a journalist, radio host, and the executive editor of Occupy Democrats. which creates some of the most widely shared political content on facebook. He's also a regular on Newsmax, where he challenges Republican talking points.  In this interview, Grant discusses the recent SCOTUS decisions, issues with media coverage, and what messages can sway voters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andy Kim represents New Jersey's third congressional district and recently won the Democratic nomination for the state's Senate seat. He's also one of only seven Democrats who won their House elections in districts carried by Trump In this interview, he discusses the challenges of working in Congress and the state of American politics. He highlights the tactics used by some politicians to create chaos and the detrimental effects this has on democracy. Visit Lumen.me and use code BOATS to get $100 off your Lumen! Head to ZBiotics.com/BOATS and use the code BOATS at checkout for 15% off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Leigh McGowan, aka Politics Girl, is known for her kitchen-counter political breakdowns that have helped millions of alienated Americans understand and engage with politics. In this interview, she discusses the recent presidential immunity ruling, explains the stakes of the 2024 election, and gives her take on Joe Biden's candidacy.  To learn more about Leigh and her upcoming book, visit politicsgirl.com.  Go to lumen.me/BOATS to get 15% off your Lumen. Go to Qualialife.com/BOATS for up to 50% off and use code BOATS at checkout for an additional 15% off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe Walsh represented Illinois' 8th district in the house from 2011 to 2013, and ran against Trump in the 2020 presidential race. He hosts the podcast White Flag with Joe Walsh and has been increasingly critical of the extremism within his former party, as well as the part he played in stoking that extremism.  In this interview, Joe and Ken discuss the recent Supreme Court Ruling on Presidential immunity, what's at stake in November, and concerns about Biden's ability to succeed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lev Parnas worked closely with Rudy Giuliani in the campaign to pressure Ukraine to investigate the Biden family.  In this interview, he discusses his transformation and decision to expose the corruption of Donald Trump and his inner circle, power dynamics of the MAGA movement, the potential consequences of Donald Trump's legal troubles, and the role of the media in spreading disinformation.  Visit Lumen.me and use code BOATS to get $100 off your Lumen! Head to https://Rhone.com/BOATS and use code BOATS to save 20% off your entire order! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andrew Yang ran for president as a Democrat in 2020 and gained national attention for his massively successful grassroots campaign. He has since left the Democratic party, founded the forward party, and has been an outspoken advocate for reforming America's political system. In this interview, he dives into the most important reforms that America needs, rejecting Trump through the third-party movement, and what the Forward Party is doing to meet these goals.  You can hear more from Andrew in his TED Talk “Why US politics is broken — and how to fix it” as well as in his book Forward: Notes on the Future of Our Democracy.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rick Wilson is a former Republican and political strategist and co-founder of the Lincoln project and Resolute Square. He's a vocal critic of Donald Trump and now hosts The Enemies List, a podcast about the threats to American democracy.  In this interview, Rick discusses the post-conviction reaction from Trump and his inner circle, Trump's base and the dangerous agenda of the Christian nationalist movement, and the importance of breaking down the divisive narratives created by the MAGA movement.  So, if you want to take the next step in improving your health, go to lumen.me/boats to get 15% off your Lumen. Find out how you can get a free 30-day supply on bundles of new SuperBeets Heart Chews Advanced and save 15% for a limited time only by going to SUPERBEETSRADIO.COM, promo code BOATS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Peter Strzok served as Deputy Assistant Director of the FBI's Counterintelligence Division and led the investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election. He was also chief of the division's counter espionage section and is the author of the New York Times bestseller, Compromised Counterintelligence and the Threat of Donald J. Trump. In this interview, Peter explores how the FBI has been affected by the shift in the Republican Party's stance on law enforcement and the rule of law, Donald Trump's classified documents case, as well as the Russian influence on American politics and Trump's authoritarian tendencies.  Go to Qualialife.com/BOATS for 50% off and use code BOATS at checkout for an additional 15% off. Find out how you can get a free 30-day supply on bundles of new SuperBeets Heart Chews Advanced and save 15% for a limited time only by going to SUPERBEETSRADIO.COM, promo code BOATS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David Masciotra is an author and journalist. His new book, Exurbia Now, explains how “Exurbia”, the area outside of cities and their suburbs, is becoming the staging ground for radical extremists.  In this interview, David discusses how residents of exurbia have become isolated, and how the lack of community leads to radicalization.  To listen to our interview with Christian Piccolini, which was mentioned in this episode, click here.  Visit Lumen.me and use code BOATS to get $100 off your Lumen! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this special D-Day episode of Burn The Boats, host Ken Harbaugh shares his conversation with Medal of Honor winner David Bellavia, who is in Normandy France to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the allied landings. Support Burn The Boats and Against All Enemies here: www.Patreon.com/KenHarbaugh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ron Filipkowski is a former state prosecutor and criminal defense lawyer, and a former Republican. He's been following Trump's hush money trial for months, and in this interview, he breaks down the guilty verdict and explains what it could mean for the 2024 election. Head to https://Rhone.com/BOATS and use code BOATS to save 20% off your entire order! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Professor Federico Finchelstein is an expert on fascism and populism. His new book, The Wannabe Fascists, takes a look at the new global movement of fascists and populists, headed by Trump, Bolsonaro, and Modi, and explains how they've adapted the anti-democracy playbook to the modern times.  In this interview, Federico dissects the current prevalence of fascist movements across the globe, and explains how Trump now fits the definition of a fascist. Visit Lumen.me and use code BOATS to get $100 off your Lumen! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lieutenant General Mark Hertling served in the US Army for 38 years, and led over 60,000 soldiers as the Commanding General of the US Army, Europe. He's an expert on the tactical and political landscape of the War in Ukraine. In this interview, Mark explains what's standing in Ukraine's way, why the US needs to help, and how the US political system is fractured, but can be fixed.  Find out how you can get a free 30-day supply on bundles of new SuperBeets Heart Chews Advanced and save 15% for a limited time only by going to SUPERBEETSRADIO.COM, promo code BOATS. Neurohacker: Go to https://neurohacker.com/BOATS to try Qualia Senolytic with code BOATS for up to 50% off Qualia Senolytic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sam Hartwell is a retired Army Colonel who has briefly returned home after 2 years in Ukraine. Based in Kyiv, Sam has been assisting multiple Humanitarian Aid Organizations.  In this interview, Sam explains the economic & political implications of the war, dispels some myths about the conflict, and explains why support of Ukraine is crucial.  Visit Lumen.me and use code BOATS to get $100 off your Lumen! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Seth Moulton is a former Marine Corps officer who has represented the 6th congressional district of Massachusetts since 2015. He appears in the film Against All Enemies, where he delivers a prophetic warning about the threats to American Democracy posed by extremist organizations that target and recruit military veterans. In this interview, Rep. Moulton discusses the possibility of authoritarianism in America, the effects of January 6th, and how Democrats could be doing better. Head to https://Rhone.com/BOATS and use code BOATS to save 20% off your entire order! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Justin Bibb has been the Mayor of Cleveland since 2022. In this episode, Bibb talks about how President Biden has helped cities across the country, this new generation of Mayors, Cleveland's struggles, and what is needed for a healthy political system.  Head to https://Rhone.com/BOATS and use code BOATS to save 20% off your entire order! Visit Lumen.me and use code BOATS to get $100 off your Lumen! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ray Suarez is a longtime broadcaster and journalist who you've probably heard on PBS or NPR. In his new book, We are Home, Ray sits down with several recent immigrants to the United States, and through their stories, paints a picture of what these “New Americans” have faced.  In this interview, Ray talks about the book, anti-immigrant sentiments, and the history of immigration in the US. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Reed Galen is a co-founder of The Lincoln Project and host of the Lincoln Project podcast. He's an independent political strategist who has spent years advising Fortune 50 companies, and has also worked on several prominent republican campaigns. In this interview, Reed discusses how impactful Lincoln Project ads have been, how Trump has responded to them, and the MAGA movement as a whole.  Find out how you can get a free thirty-day supply of new superbeets heart chews advanced and save 15% by going to getsuperbeets.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bruce Hoffman and Jacob Ware are fellows at the Council on Foreign Relations, and co-authored God, Guns, and Sedition, in which they map the rise of far-right terrorism in the US, and offer ways to counter it. In this interview, they discuss their book, the threat of political violence, the history of far-right groups in the US, and how the 2nd amendment played a significant role in creating them. Vist Lumen.me and use code BOATS to get $100 off your Lumen! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Kathleen Belew is a historian and expert on the American white power movement. She's a professor at Northwestern University and author of Bring the War Home: The White Power Movement and Paramilitary America.  You can find Kathleen on Twitter at @Kathleen_Belew, and learn more about her at kathleenbelew.com. Head to https://Rhone.com/BOATS and use code BOATS to save 20% off your entire order! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Cohen is an expert on terrorism, counter-intelligence, law enforcement, and homeland security. He served as the acting chief of intelligence at the Department of Homeland Security, and now heads the Center for Internet Security.  In this interview, John talks about the rise of domestic terrorism, and how law-enforcement is attempting to counter it.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charlie Sadoff is the director of the award-winning documentary film, Against All Enemies, which tracks the rise of violent extremism in the US, and the involvement of military veterans in anti-government activity.  In this interview Charlie discusses Against All Enemies, his experiences with some of the veterans he interviewed for the film, right-wing extremism, and the potential for political violence.   You can watch Against All Enemies when it releases on March 29th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dave Troy is an investigative journalist whose work has covered everything from the debunking of UFO conspiracies to the rise of Christian Nationalism. A throughline in his reporting is the growing threat that our democracy now faces, on many fronts.  In this interview, Dave explains how Putin has slowly aligned himself with America's religious right by using disinformation & Trump. He also talks about Putin's aspirations, Trump's mindset, and the growing American political divisions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matson (Matt) Browning served as a detective in Arizona, and spent 25 years undercover, infiltrating and eventually taking down white supremacist groups. His wife Tawni assisted in these investigations, accompanying him to skinhead events & gaining intel. Their book, The Hate Next Door, tells the story of their time undercover. In this interview, Matson & Tawni discuss their time undercover, the attitude & activities of these hate groups, and how Trump and the Republican Party have enabled extremists.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kaivan discusses Gen-Z's approach to politics, the right wing political machine, and the 2024 election. Kaivan Shroff is a political commentator who served on Hillary's 2016 presidential campaign and with Everytown for Gun Safety. He's now the Press Secretary for Dream for America, a Gen-Z led non-profit aimed at mobilizing America's youth to create lasting change.  To hear more from Kaivan, check out his newsletter or visit his website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Zander Moricz is the founder and Executive Director of the SEE Alliance, and he was the youngest plaintiff in the lawsuit challenging Florida's Don't Say Gay bill. He went viral for his graduation speech and his brutally effective takedown of Mom's For Liberty co-founder Brigid Ziegler at a recent Florida school board meeting.  In this interview, Zander talks about the growing authoritarian movement in Florida, Gen-Z, and the SEE Alliance. Get a free thirty-day supply of SuperBeets Heart Chews and a free full-sized bag of turmeric chews valued at $25 by going to boatsbeets.com Neurohacker: Go to https://neurohacker.com/BOATS to try Qualia Senolytic with code BOATS for up to 50% off Qualia Senolytic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tim Alberta is an award winning journalist, author, and staff writer for The Atlantic. His new book, The Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory, is a personal examination of the evangelical movement, and how it has turned America itself into an object of idolatry. In this interview, Tim talks about his book and how the evangelical movement has become almost inseparable from the extremist wing of the GOP.  Get a free thirty-day supply of SuperBeets Heart Chews and a free full-sized bag of turmeric chews valued at $25 by going to boatsbeets.com Visit smileactives.com/boats today to receive a special Buy One Get One Free offer with AutoDelivery plus Free Shipping & Handling. Head to policygenius.com/boats or click the link in the description to get your free life insurance quotes and see how much you could save! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 Dr. Steven Hassan is a licensed mental health professional and recognized expert on cults. His book, The Cult of Trump, examines how Trump has built a base with fanatical devotion. Dr. Hassan correctly predicted that there would be violence after the 2020 election if Trump did not win.  In this interview, Hassan explains in detail how he was indoctrinated by the “Moonie” cult (the Unification Church), how he escaped, and the dangers of MAGA mind control.  Go to https://neurohacker.com/BOATS to try Qualia Senolytic with code BOATS for up to 50% off Qualia Senolytic Get a free thirty-day supply of SuperBeets Heart Chews and a free full-sized bag of turmeric chews valued at $25 by going to boatsbeets.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Bandy Lee is a forensic psychiatrist and an expert on violence. In 2017 she edited The Dangerous Case of Donald Trump, in which she and 37 other mental health professionals deemed Trump's mental state to be a clear and present danger to the country. Since then, she has published a full psychological profile of the former president called Profile of a Nation.  In this interview Dr. Lee discusses Trump's mental state, and the danger he poses to the country.  Get a free thirty-day supply of SuperBeets Heart Chews and a free full-sized bag of turmeric chews valued at $25 by going to boatsbeets.com Head to https://Rhone.com/BOATS and use code BOATS to save 20% off your entire order! Visit smileactives.com/boats today to receive a special Buy One Get One Free offer with AutoDelivery plus Free Shipping & Handling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While serving as the Assistant Attorney General of New York, Tristan Snell prosecuted Trump University, the Trump Organization, and Donald Trump himself. Tristan's new book, Taking Down Trump, talks about that case, and lays out the 12 rules for prosecuting Donald Trump.  In this interview, Tristan talks about Trump's legal strategy, our current judicial system, and Trump's history of lies. Visit https://Lomi.com/BOATS and use code BOATS at checkout to save $50! Neurohacker: Go to https://neurohacker.com/BOATS to try Qualia Senolytic with code BOATS for up to 50% off Qualia Senolytic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eugene Vindman is a former Army Colonel and prosecutor who is running to represent Virginia's 7th district.  In 2019, While serving as the National Security Council's senior ethics officer in the White House, Eugene Vindman's twin brother Alex, who served on the NSC, alerted him of Trump's infamous call with President Zelensky of Ukraine, and together, Eugene and Alex Vindmand reported that call. That incident led to Donald Trump's first impeachment, and both of the Vindman brothers were fired for blowing the whistle.  In this interview, Eugene tells the story of blowing the whistle, discusses his campaign, and gives his insight into Trump and the 2024 election. He had this to say about a second Trump administration: “Donald Trump is a petty dictator that aspires to one day be a major dictator. His role models are folks like Kim Jong-un, Xi, Vladimir Putin, who he has some sort of love fest with. It's hard for me to understand. I grew up in New York City, and so Donald Trump was sort of this perennial clownish figure. that nobody took seriously in New York City. And so I've never taken him particularly seriously. He thinks that he's funny when he makes some of these claims and he likes to test the waters. But what he's talking about is deadly serious. There are attacks all throughout the country on Jews, on synagogues, and anti-Semitism has spiked. The extremist right, white supremacists, have found a voice, have been bolstered by him. And it's extremely dangerous. And I've never been cowed, which may not be surprising after 25 years in the Army, by folks coming at me on social media, but I am concerned.” Visit smileactives.com/boats today to receive a special Buy One Get One Free offer with AutoDelivery plus Free Shipping & Handling. Get a free thirty-day supply of SuperBeets Heart Chews and a free full-sized bag of turmeric chews valued at $25 by going to boatsbeets.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tina Nguyen is a national news reporter whose first job was working for Tucker Carlson. Her new book, The MAGA Diaries, explains how young people are indoctrinated into the conservative movement. Tina has since turned her back on right-wing politics and become one of MAGA's most insightful critics. In this interview, Tina talks about being indoctrinated, working with Tucker Carlson, leaving the right-wing, and witnessing the insurrection first-hand. Go to https://neurohacker.com/BOATS to try Qualia Senolytic with code BOATS for up to 50% off Qualia Senolytic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sergeant Aquilino Gonell was one of the police officers who defended the capitol against insurrectionists on January 6th, 2021. The injuries he sustained that day ended his career in law enforcement, and his new book, American Shield, tells the story of the attack.  In this interview, Aquilino recounts what he saw on January 6th, and explains how he and his fellow officers were betrayed by many of the Republican legislators they fought to defend. Get a free thirty-day supply of SuperBeets Heart Chews and a free full-sized bag of turmeric chews valued at $25 by going to boatsbeets.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices