Podcast appearances and mentions of jim larkin

It's not even October yet, but this episode feels tailor made for Halloween.  It's no secret that the BOP is deeply dysfunctional, dangerous, and dehumanizing.  And the stories of deprivation and death inside the walls of the BOP abound.   But lawyers are not telling these stories enough at sentencing, and as a result, Judges often have no idea of the real scope of punishment they are inflicting.  Therefore, it's important to share these true stories, and then act on them- in every case, and in every way you can.  IN THIS EPISODE:  Horror stories of death and deprivation in the BOP; The BOP's form letter parlor trick; The danger of going to an FMC; The danger of being in transit; How inmates are threatening suicide to get adequate medical treatment; Stories of hope – how lawyers and their experts are slowly but surely achieving results by telling the story of prison; A list of action items for telling the story of, and hopefully FIXING, the BOP.   LINKS:  OIG Compendium of BOP issues:  https://oig.justice.gov/news/compendium-federal-bureau-prisons-oversight-products Expert Prison Consultants (Maureen Baird & Jan Perdue):  https://expertprisonconsultants.com/ Walter Pavlo:  www.Prisonology.com 60 minutes piece with Collette Peters:  https://youtu.be/3l6wdVxr6nE?si=71Wy9-d9WoQkDh6B Furman Opinion (U.S. v. Chavez):  https://www.nysd.uscourts.gov/sites/default/files/2024-01/22cr303%20US%20v%20Chavez%20Opinion%201.4.2024-1.pdf ————— Other BOP PODCAST EPISODES:  Prison Consultants and the Myth of the Fixer:           https://setforsentencing.com/podcast/prison-consultants-and-the-myth-of-the-fixer-how-to-separate-substance-from-snake-oil/ BOP Stands for Big Ol' Problems: Exposing Dysfunction & Danger at the Federal Bureau of Prisons https://youtu.be/kYn1uq-Hfes?si=b6fWmPDMdc8Soe0_ BOP Stands for “Backwards On Purpose” With Current BOP inmate Bilal Kahn:  https://youtu.be/MQjT-anqAjg?si=sVk0c3yn-T96AyZ Telling the story of Prison at Sentencing with Maureen Baird: https://youtu.be/fCls6d1pzuA?si=kprd9q2DCaI7XPie --------------------------- BILAL KHAN BOOK LINKS: SURVIVING PRETRIAL, by BILAL KHAN, ON AMAZON:  https://a.co/d/9ZhE9h5 THE 2255 MOTION HANDBOOK: A POST-CONVICTION RELIEF GUIDE FOR FEDERAL INMATES:https://a.co/d/atpF2AP ----------------------- BOP IN THE NEWS: This compelling and comprehensive NPR article came out right before this podcast episode dropped – it documents the high rate of DEATHS in the federal BOP due to failure to render prompt medical care, short staffing, and other issues: https://www.npr.org/2023/09/23/1200626103/federal-prison-deaths-butner-medical-center-sick-inmates   ----------------------------- LIVE CLE SEMINAR WITH DOUG PASSON AND PATRICK BARONE! Lastly, here's a link to register for our psychodrama and storytelling at sentencing seminar (social atom) CLE in Michigan, in October, here's the link and don't forget the podcast discount code : S4S10 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mitigating-with-impact-harnessing-the-power-of-social-atoms-in-sentencing-tickets-811822341477?aff=websitereferral  

Jim Larkin and Michael Lacey made millions, publishing cutting-edge journalism in alternative weekly newspapers across the country. Larkin and Lacey were considered champions of the First Amendment, and their brand of journalism won thousands of awards, including a Pulitzer Prize. But the duo also created Backpage.com, a website that was known for its adult section, and according to federal prosecutors – prostitution. In this episode, Morgan Loew interviews Stephen Lemons, an investigative reporter who worked for Lacey and Larkin for two decades. Lemons details Lacey and Larkins' rise from college paper publishers, to newspaper moguls, to Backpage, to Larkins' death by suicide, and Lacey's conviction in federal court.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit smokeempodcast.substack.comMike Lacey and Jim Larkin launched Phoenix New Times in 1970. Working out of a closet in a women's clothing store, the paper covered stories most media at the time would not, including then-Arizona senator John McCain's involvement with the Charles Keating Savings & Loan scandal, McCain's wife Cindy forging subscriptions and stealing pills from a children's charity she'd founded, and the humanitarian horrors associated with Maricopa County sheriff Joe Arpaio. “You get paid for castrations,” Lacey would tell the makers of HOLD FAST, an Audible podcast that covers New Times' salad days and what came later, including the fateful turn when people the paper had once gone after went after them, including the McCains, Arpaio, and then-senator Kamala Harris.As Sarah recently wrote for the Dallas Morning News:“Things don't turn out well for Lacey, or his more copacetic business partner Larkin, as they get dragged through two federal trials on charges of money laundering and (buried the lede) sex trafficking, thanks to the adult ads that were once the lifeblood of alt-weekly revenue and which the pair spun into the notorious Backpage.com, prompting the Justice Department to label them the biggest pimps in the history of the world. Whether these two men are free-speech champions, or smug bastards hoisted on their own petards, will be for the listener to decide.”HOLD FAST, named for the words Lacey tattooed across his knuckles, is created by former New Times writers Trevor Aaronson (also behind the podcasts “American ISIS” and “Alphabet Boys”), Sam Eifling, and Michael J. Mooney, who joins Nancy and Sarah - who spent a combined 25 years in the alt-weekly trenches - to talk about working for New Times during its heyday. “It was a meat grinder of employment, but also, the Shangri-La of journalism,” he says. “It was both things at once.”Also discussed:* Eclipse!* postrate not prostate* Post Malone does a chicken commercial* “We don't get the free speech warriors we want, we get the free speech warriors we deserve”* Erotic cake toppers, anyone?* Does Sarah love Mike Lacey? Does she hate Mike Lacey? Maybe both?* Who did — and who did not — get those $5000 checks* Reason magazine's Elizabeth Nolan Brown does heroic journalism* A gift from Wallace leads to the tiniest Viking burial?This episode of Smoke ‘Em, dealing with the threats to journalism and free speech, is, maybe not paradoxically for former alt-weekly scribes who covered the “freak beat” (Mooney), interviewed serial killers (Nancy), and walked around the office barefoot (Sarah), also one of its funniest. HOLD FAST is available on Audible.

The labour leader Jim Larkin was international news when he departed Ireland in 1914. In America, Larkin would cross paths with the FBI founder J. Edgar Hoover, landing in prison for 'Criminal Anarchy'. What did all of this mean back in Dublin? My guest is Ronan Burtenshaw, author of a recent piece on Larkin for Jacobin magazine: https://jacobin.com/2024/01/jim-larkin-ireland-labor-150

This year marks the 150th anniversary of the birth of Jim Larkin. In this two-part special, Ronan Burtenshaw (author of a recent piece exploring Larkin for Jacobin magazine) joins me to discuss this important and divisive revolutionary figure. Larkin in Dublin means 1913, but where did he come from? This story brings us from Liverpool Cathedral to the streets of West Belfast. Ronan's piece: https://jacobin.com/2024/01/jim-larkin-ireland-labor-150) 

Jim and I had a conversation in the membership group about discomfort and what it is revealing. I asked his permission to share it outside the group. 

Seán O'Casey had a turbulent relationship with the Abbey Theatre. Now, his Dublin trilogy is back on the stage of the national theatre. Championed with his arrival on the stage in 1923, and denounced in 1926 with The Plough and the Stars, O'Casey remains one of the most inspirational figures of twentieth-century Irish theatre. Did you know that Alfred Hitchcock tried his hand at bringing O'Casey to the world of cinema?  TCB book with free P&P in Ireland: https://www.kennys.ie/shop/three-castles-burning-a-history-of-twelve-dublin-streets-donal-fallon-9781848408722 TCB Patreon: www.patreon.com/threecastlesburning

   Our Vice TV piece has finally dropped with a huge splash in the YouTube ocean, creating ripples of love—& toxic tidepools of hate—around the world… Love us or hate us, we've garnered over 95.000 views with 1.5K thumbs-up in just four days! Thanks Vice TV for a job well done under duress—Vice went bankrupt, but was saved by George Soros! The result is that “Dial ‘O' for Orgasm: Dr. Suzy's Controversial Phone Sex Therapy” is a fantastic & unique documentary in many ways... though there are many ways in which I don't like about it, but I'm not complaining. Warning: Explicit Conversations About Politics, Culture, & Sexuality! It certainly lives up to Vice labeling it "controversial" in the YouTube version's comments section, where 500 comments (and counting) range from great praise to violent threats against me & Bonoboville, calling for our arrest, eternal damnation & execution by “firing squad”! It's a little scary, but Max & I have fun responding to all the rage, outrage, disgust, condemnation, denigration, slut-shaming, elder abuse, misogyny, thought-policing & horror with as much humor & Bonobo Love as we can muster…We also take 4 great calls on this podcast: 1) Chris G., 2) Kasey T-Girl, 3) Rhiannon Aarons and 4) Brady… Rhiannon & Kasey are in the ViceTV piece at our Bonoboville Reunion—the Vice edition featuring boobs without nipples… Yes indeed, thanks to censorship: We Are All Barbie Now!... Also on this Love Train ride: Intense responses to my Sinéad O' Connor farewell now on Counterpunch…. Beaten down by being hounded, RIP Backpage co-owner Jim Larkin died by suicide just before his trial… And we honor the 100s of 1000s of Dead on the 78th anniversary of the American bombing of Hiroshima, purposefully murdered by US President Harry S. Truman perpetrating the worst war crime the world has ever known. Tragic how these war criminals are honored by so many, while Sex Educator/s who never hurt anyone are treated with disdain… Well, I am being honored with a “Most Popular Sex Educator” Urban X awards nomination… Manatee group sex on the beach is in season! … And Trumpty Dumpty's been indicted… again—but is still 39 points ahead of his closest Republican competitor, “throat-slitting” Ron DeFascist… RIP PeeWee Herman, aka Paul Ruebens… And... It's hot! Global Warming has turned to Global Broiling. Keep hydrated. Stay sane. Air-conditioning may be good for you, but it's bad for the planet, so make love—or m*sturbate—in a nice tub of ice while listening to this cool and eargasmic F.D.R. and then watch us on Vice TV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XCpETHZzHpE   More here: https://drsusanblock.com/fdr-vice     Need to talk privately? Call Our Therapists Without Borders anytime: 213.291.9497. We're here for YOU. 

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit smokeempodcast.substack.com* Wait, Lizzo wants that dancer to eat a banana from where? We look at the lawsuit filed against Lizzo by three dancers that includes many wild details, but Sarah is suspicious of that “fat-shaming” accusation * How did Jim Larkin and Mike Lacey, two alt-journalism pioneers and heroes, get smeared by government lawyers as “child sex traffickers” and have their assets, their reputations and their freedom taken from them? We talk about the fight over Backpage.com, and the tragedy this week of Larkin's suicide * Why alternative newsweeklies matter(ed?)* Joe Biden finally acknowledges his seventh grandchild (sigh of relief)* Nancy's got a new nickname* Sarah's finds a narrative podcast fix* The sweetness of the county fair (and piglet races!)Don't forget: FIRST SUNDAY ZOOM this Sunday, August 6, 8pm ET / 5pm PT, for paid subscribers. Come hang! We'll send out a link on the day-of.Nancy ate six zeppole at the Ulster County Fair yesterday. Become a paid subscriber and she'll double that!

The issue of power has been at the forefront of many discussions lately. Who has it? Who wants it? Who should have it? These are valid questions with no easy answers. With the military and political problems that exist in America today, how can the power of unity be back in the hands of the people?In this episode, Jim Larkin and Dan Wilkinson Jr. are joined by Jonathan T. Gilliam. Jonathan is a US Navy SEAL, FBI Special Agent, Federal Air Marshal, Security Contractor, and best-selling author of Sheep No More: The Art of Awareness and Attack Survival, and the host of The Experts Podcast. Jonathan talks about the problem that exists in the military today, his perspective on fixing America's military and political problems, and his thoughts about school and mass shootings.Enjoy!In This Episode01:58 - Backstory of Jonathan T. Gilliam10:27 - Jonathan's training in the Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL program (BUD/S)17:05 - A problem that exists in the military today23:07 - General Flynn and the Q movement28:34 - Jonathan's perspective on fixing America's military and political problems37:29 - What the January 6 protest implies49:08 - How Jonathan feels about school shootings58:46 - Psychotropic drugs and shooters1:06:25 - A few of the things Jonathan is currently working onFavorite Quotes04:31 - "There are police departments in this country where McDonald's workers will be making more than their police officers working in that city. There are police officers in this country who are making $14 an hour." - Jim Larkin22:19 - "If we continue to tell our young people not to enter the military, then the military and the intelligence arena will be completely compromised." - Jonathan T. Gilliam22:49 - "The only way you can take the military back is to do it from the inside out. The only way you're going to do that is if you have raised good kids who realize that they will rise to a level where they're going to have to make these decisions, and they're going to have to stick to them."- Jonathan T. Gilliam27:58 - "The whole Q movement, the way that many of these individuals are in this orbit, is causing more problems for this nation than it is good."- Jonathan T. Gilliam34:03 - "If you want to see evil and where these 33 million demonic forces are and where Lucifer is, all you have to do is turn the television on and look at the rank structure of all the things happening."- Jonathan T. Gilliam45:57 - "They want to perpetuate the lie that if the American people rise up, they're going to get in trouble. And the reality is if the American people rose up in a uniform way and did it together, it'd be done in a day." - Jonathan T. Gilliam1:03:40 - "The whole world is living in a dysmorphia type of mindset where they don't understand reality." - Jonathan GilliamEngage with Jonathan GilliamLinkedInInstagramWebsiteFollow the Pod Bless America Podcast on GETTRSubscribe to Freedom Square to know moreEngage with Pod Bless America PodcastEmail: jim@pbapodcast.comEmail: dan@pbapodcast.comFacebookListen to more episodes of the Pod Bless America PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts 

Having a passion for World War 2 era guns and their history, Brian Lanckiewicz wanted to own them rather than just read about them. His desire drove him to receive his Federal Firearms License. Therefore, he was able to buy his first machine gun. Furthermore, to share the experience of shooting guns with others, Brian created his YouTube channel, Columbia War Machine. His eagerness to show people what it's like to hold and shoot guns also led him to build the '76 Armory.In this episode, Brian Lanckiewicz joins Jim and Dan. They talk about the origin of Brian's YouTube channel, The Columbia War Machine, what it's like to own a private gun range, and his plan to have a gun club in the future. Enjoy! In This Episode01:31 - The origin of Brian's YouTube channel, The Columbia War Machine07:00 - The operation of Brian's private gun range13:27 - How can you bring in a fully automatic assault rifle16:46 - What Brian's legal team looks like19:12 - The people Brian brings to his gun range at home 21:20 - The liability for running a shoot house23:56 - A simulation of D-Day32:51 - Why does Brian spend extra money on backstops34:52 - Why Brian prefers YouTube over TikTok38:29 - Brian's plans for a gun club in the future41:03 - How '76 Armory differs from Columbia War Machine53:08 - Brian's gun collection55:18 - How Brian aims to grow his YouTube channelFavorite Quotes04:09 - "I've always loved doing excavation and stuff as a kid. I was that kid with dozers and a sandbox and stuff. So, me building this range was kind of like a big sandbox." - Brian Lanckiewicz15:43 - "You don't have a baby Knob Creek. You got a valley of America. That's right. That's it." - Jim Larkin and Brian Lanckiewicz22:03 - "Safety's my number one priority. I go through a bunch of drills with them. And before it's even loaded, I get them comfortable with the weapon. We even shoot it on semi-first, and I'm right there, holding their back and holding the weapon. I go over everything with them." - Brian Lanckiewicz26:35 - "This is no longer Democrat versus Republican. It's not even right versus left. What this is now is pro-America or anti-America." - Jim Larkin44:40 - "98% of the gun you use in Call of Duty, in PUBG, or any of your games, you can shoot in real life at '76 Armory." - Jim LarkinConnect with Brian Lanckiewicz76 ArmoryColumbia War Machine on YouTubeFollow the Pod Bless America Podcast on GETTRSubscribe to Freedom Square to know moreEngage with Pod Bless America PodcastEmail: jim@pbapodcast.comEmail: dan@pbapodcast.comFacebookListen to more episodes of the Pod Bless America PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts 

James Madison's Montpelier is a museum of American history and a center for constitutional education. But a recent article in New York Post revealed that "President James Madison's home, Montpelier in Virginia, has been transformed into a museum focusing on slavery and racism instead of the founding father. No American flags fly at Montpelier, Madison's plantation home in rural Virginia, and not a single display focuses on the life and accomplishments of America's foremost political philosopher, who created our three-branch federal system of government, wrote the Bill of Rights and the Federalist Papers, and served two terms as president."In this episode, Jim and Dan talk about how James Madison's home has been overrun by wokeism, an ideology based on the belief that America is an oppressive, racist country. Enjoy!In This Episode02:27 - What makes Jim want to retire in Florida06:46 - What keeps Dan busy on the weekends08:07 - Jim's vacation getaways11:30 - The Indiana mall shooting hero, Elijah Dicken21:04 - Calling AOC "favorite big booty Latina"27:20 - The destruction of Thomas Jefferson's Monticello and James Madison's Montpelier by wokeism35:15 - The National Defense Authority Act (NDAA)50:55 - What's coming up on the next episodesFavorite Quotes16:02 - "Hundreds of people walking around today who were at that mall that day in Indiana owe Elijah Dick in their lives. They don't know it yet. They don't realize it. They never will. To walk through that mall and kill all these people, Elijah Dicken has more courage than those cops in Uvalde combined." - Jim Larkin16:41 - "On cue, Twitter, losing their f*cking minds. Liberals losing their f*cking minds. I can't believe he is in a gun-free zone. They're saying we shouldn't be celebrating him because he was in a gun-free zone and had a gun. He should be brought up on charges. He saved hundreds of people's lives." - Jim Larkin and Dan Wilkinson34:45 - "F*ck Montpelier. It's a private board that runs that. F*ck them. They know the history but allow Rubenstein to come in with his money. And they're willing to rewrite history." - Jim Larkin42:47 - "People can't live anymore. They have to choose between feeding their families, paying their bills, paying their gas bills, and paying their electric bills. And this is what NDAA is worried about. They're worried about troops having access to abortion." - Jim LarkinFollow the Pod Bless America Podcast on GETTRSubscribe to Freedom Square to know moreEngage with Pod Bless America PodcastEmail: jim@pbapodcast.comEmail: dan@pbapodcast.comFacebookListen to more episodes of the Pod Bless America PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts

James Connolly and Jim Larkin are very familiar to the Irish from their work as trade unionists, but what other Irish names have assisted the movement overseas? Historian and author Padraig Yeates joins us.

Monuments are often built to commemorate moments in history. Removing them means forgetting the parts of our history we don't like. George Floyd's death nearly two years ago, however, sparked critical conversations about systemic racism in the county. It also sparked a movement for the removal, renaming, and relocation of monuments and other symbols of the Confederacy. Many people argue that Confederate monuments are important symbols of Southern heritage and a significant part of American history. Others view them as symbols of racism and white supremacy. The debate over Confederate monuments has raised some important questions about the role of public memorials in our society. Do they represent our shared history or do they represent our divisions?In this episode, Jim and Dan discuss a topic suggested by a listener, which is the renaming of military installations that honor confederates. They will talk about how the left is erasing history, taking down statues, and changing military installations' names.Enjoy!In This Episode00:27 - Why the removal of confederate monuments remains a controversial issue07:04 - How George Floyd's death has led to Confederate monuments being torn down08:46 - What the Naming Commission is all about17:27 - Renaming recommendations for Army installations and reasons for their selection19:38 - Fort A.P. Hill in Virginia to Fort Walker 22:38 - Fort Polk in Louisiana to Fort Johnson25:21 - Fort Bragg in North Carolina to Fort Liberty30:32 - Fort Benning in Georgia to Fort Moore33:42 - Fort Gordon in Georgia to Fort Eisenhower35:01 - Fort Hood in Texas to Fort Cavazos36:27 - Fort Lee in Virginia to Fort Gregg-Adams41:03 - Fort Pickett in Virginia to Fort Barfoot43:52 - Fort Rucker in Alabama to Fort Novosel48:28 - Collateral damages caused by the George Floyd riots50:12 - Why erasing the history does more harm than goodFavorite Quotes02:17 - "You can support the Confederate Army for being what they are without supporting their values, racism, and slavery." - Jim Larkin32:42 - "I appreciate everybody who makes it up to about the rank of Colonel. After Colonel, it's all politics." - Jim Larkin50:12 - "If you erase history, we are definitely doomed to repeat it. Just teach these kids there was a half of the country supported keeping all of your black friends in chains, so it's good that we defeated them. But that's not what they're gonna do. Instead, they're gonna erase it so that we forget about it." - Jim Larkin51:48 - "This woke sh*t that we're doing and the way that we are treating anybody who's not black or Hispanic or gay or trans is gonna be seen as very wrong. Yeah. You know, when you look at affirmative action, there's no way that's right. I mean, I get why it started. We don't need it now. We don't." - Jim Larkin and Dan Wilkinson Jr.Follow the Pod Bless America Podcast on GETTREngage with Pod Bless America PodcastEmail: jim@pbapodcast.comEmail: dan@pbapodcast.comFacebookListen to more episodes of the Pod Bless America PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts   

The history of the Connecticut Western Reserve, also known as the Western Reserve, is one of the most interesting histories recorded. It was an area in the Northwest Territory held, sold and distributed by the State of Connecticut in the years after the American Revolution. A part of the Western Reserve, the Firelands or the Sufferers' Lands, was set aside for sufferers who were burned out of their homes by the British during the American Revolutionary War.In this episode, Jim and Dan talk about the history of the Western Reserve, how it was held, sold, and distributed. They will also speak about how they hope to spend their retirement, who wins Dan's challenge from the previous episode, and what prize awaits the winner. Enjoy!In This Episode02:27 - The history of Firelands, also known as the Sufferers' Land13:55 - How the Northwest Territory areas were sold and distributed after the American Revolution23:23 - What led to the dissolution of Connecticut Land Company25:49 - What the Quieting Act is all about30:25 - What it's like to drive in the streets of Birmingham37:29 - Why Jim loves Alabama43:25 - Trailing at Daniel Boone National Forest45:38 - How Jim hopes to spend his retirement51:47 - The winner and the prize for the challenge from the previous episode56:54 - When and how North Ridgeville was foundedFavorite Quotes22:00 - "We know how this happened. Oh, we're gonna go and negotiate with the Iroquois. Iroquois lived here, their whole lives. They loved their town, right. And now there are white guys coming up. He's like, hey listen, we want to talk to you guys about this. They're like, nope. You don't think Moses Cleveland walked up and goes, listen, guys, I got these 12 blankets for you. And I want you just hold them close to your face and feel how soft they are. And then like 14 weeks later, everyone in that Indian nation was sick, smallpox." - Jim Larkin and Dan Wilkinson Jr.23:23 - "One of the problems that befell the Connecticut Land Company was the company mismanagement. Sales efforts by the company were not organized. The company did not even set up a marketing office in the Western Reserve to promote sales of the land." - Dan Wilkinson Jr.45:40 - "I know I'm getting older. But you know what I want? I want enough property where I can head out either on a horse or on an ATV. It's right around my property in the morning, come back, grab my coffee, and walk out with my dog in the woods." - Jim LarkinFollow the Pod Bless America Podcast on GETTREngage with Pod Bless America PodcastEmail: jim@pbapodcast.comEmail: dan@pbapodcast.comFacebookListen to more episodes of the Pod Bless America PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts

Leaks of the Supreme Court's draft decision sent shockwaves across the nation, signaling the potential overturn of Roe v. Wade. The draft, which has not yet been released to the public, has reignited the debate over a woman's right to choose. With the constitutional rights and women's reproductive rights on both sides of the argument, it is evident that this is a pivotal moment in the abortion debate in America.In today's episode, Jim and Dan talk about the leaked Supreme Court draft ruling on abortion. They will discuss how this draft decision has sparked protests and potential violence. They will also feature commentary from media, government officials, and the general public on the abortion issue.In This Episode02:07 - Draft of Supreme Court ruling on abortion rights leaked08:36 - Why abortion has now become a hot topic11:41 - Nancy Pelosi on the SCOTUS abortion draft ruling15:15 - The federal law about picketing outside Supreme Court justices' houses19:21- A warning about violence following the leak of the draft decision25:39 - What the January 6 protest has to do with the current protest29:05 - The Solicitor General's perspective on the draft abortion opinion35:15 - What people think and feel about abortion38:55 - What Jeff, the conspiracy analyst, has to say on the abortion issue47:19 - What Pfizer has to do with the current abortion debate53:50 - How to win a surprise gift from Dan54:35 - How to get more mind-blowing conspiracy theories from JeffFavorite Quotes05:43 - "Nowhere in this decision do they criminalize abortion. All they're saying is, 'look, Roe, got it wrong'. This is a state's issue and we're sending it back to the states. If the states want to make it legal, states can make it legal. If they want to make it illegal, they can make it illegal. That's up for the states to decide. That's not up for us to decide and Roe got it wrong." - Jim Larkin10:30 - "Should people stop swearing on the Bible when they're sworn in, and should they swear on a copy of the constitution? They swear on a Bible and they violate their oath. Does it matter what piece of paper they're swearing on? - Jim Larkin and Dan Wilkinson Jr.36:16 - "Pro-constitution does not mean pro-choice or pro-life. It means that no matter what your personal feelings or beliefs about abortion are, you understand that it's not the federal government's place to make a decision for another state about what they can and can't do with their legislatures." - Jim LarkinFollow the Pod Bless America Podcast on GETTREngage with Pod Bless America PodcastEmail: jim@pbapodcast.comEmail: dan@pbapodcast.comFacebookListen to more episodes of the Pod Bless America PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts

Ukraine and Russia have been at war for several years now. Despite international pressure, neither side seems willing to back down. Death toll has continued to rise, as well as the number of people who have become refugees. As the world watches, it is important to remember that people are suffering on the ground. With no end in sight, wives continue to lose their husbands, children are separated from their parents, and more people suffer the consequences of the war.In today's episode, Jim and Dan are joined by Nathan Bryson, a former active-duty United States Marine. Nathan will talk about his journey to Ukraine, what the real picture of the situation there is, and several other stories he had along the way.Enjoy!In This Episode02:09 - Backstory of Nathan Bryson11:48 - Nathan's mission in going to Ukraine17:44 - What prompted Nathan to deliver supplies to Ukraine20:50 - The real picture of the situation in Ukraine25:44 - His journey to the Ukrainian territory35:54 - What makes the war more like air combat than ground combat46:12 - What made Nathan return to the U.S.51:00 - What was their daily diet like in UkraineFavorite Quote00:42 - "There's a whole lot of people, I drive around and they say, I stand with Ukraine and they have the flags up in their front yard, right. Or on their Twitter profile. Yeah, right. I stand with Ukraine and they got their profile pic, they got their banner. And I'm like, what did you ever do for Ukraine? I mean, does Ukraine get something for every profile picture that has the banner around it? They definitely don't get an invite to NATO." - Jim Larkin and Dan Wilkinson Jr.Follow the Pod Bless America Podcast on GETTREngage with Pod Bless America PodcastEmail: jim@pbapodcast.comEmail: dan@pbapodcast.comFacebookListen to more episodes of the Pod Bless America PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts 

Police officers are the first line of defense against criminals and violence in society. They put their lives on the line every day, and often pay the ultimate sacrifice. Some call them heroes. We call them our friends, our family, and our neighbors. They are the men and women who put on the badge and risk everything to serve and protect their communities. In today's society, police officers are constantly under scrutiny. They are oftentimes accused of using excessive force, racism, and corruption. While one bad apple can ruin an entire bunch, the vast majority are honorable and hardworking people who are trying to make a difference.In today's episode, Jim and Dan are joined by Holly Miktarian, wife of fallen officer Joshua T. Miktarian. Holly talks about Josh as the person behind the headline, the story behind what happened on the fateful day of July 13, 2008 that the media didn't talk about, and how she keeps Josh's legacy alive.Enjoy!In This Episode03:29 - Josh Miktarian: The man behind the name of a fallen officer10:13 - That fateful day of July 13th, 200817:04 - The moments before Joshua fell lifeless to the ground30:04 - The day after Holly's husband was murdered35:18 - What concerned Holly today, despite the murderer's conviction42:37 - What caused Holly to leave the police force51:20 - How Saving a Hero's Place honors fallen police officers52:20 - How Holly keeps Josh's legacy alive1:02:31 - How Holly lived her life after the tragic incident01:08:35 - Holly's final wordsFavorite Quotes32:33 - "I have to say for a moment, a microsecond, I was raised Catholic and I was like, is this the right thing to do (death penalty)? And then I immediately go to the way he was killed and absolutely it's the right thing to do." - Holly Miktarian1:03:41 - "I distinctively remember after the funeral, when you just started to notice people leaving, my thought was I just don't want him to be forgotten. That's what fueled me. He shouldn't have died like he did. He didn't deserve that. He was just such a good guy." - Holly Miktarian1:04:35 - "There are so many people in the United States that suffer from losing their loved one. It's sad. But it's amazing that people are remembered." - Holy Miktarian1:08:43 - "There's so much more than just that uniform. They have families at home. They have people who care and love them. They have responsibilities. Hopefully, almost all of them are doing the best job that they can. There's no pay in the world that's enough for this job and certainly not enough to be killed doing this job. And I just think America can do better." - Holly Miktarian1:10:53 - "Every cop you see has a life. They are just like you, they just chose a career in public service. And when you see a cop that gets killed, it's easy to say, ah, it's just a cop, that's what he signed up for. No cop signs up to get murdered. We sign up because we believe in the rule of law. And I believe that there have to be rules to have a free society." - Jim Larkin1:12:43 - "This political climate, where they are waging war on the police is getting cops killed. It's emboldening the criminals to think they can do what they want to the police and it's making the police second guess having to kill a black man. They don't even wanna pull the pistol. No, that's exactly it. You want to try to deescalate. That's the new code word. Let's deescalate everything." - Jim Larkin and Dan Wilkinson Jr.How to get involvedClick HERE to support and apply for scholarships at the Joshua T. Miktarian Memorial Scholarship FundVisit Officer Down Memorial Page to know more about fallen heroesFollow the Pod Bless America Podcast on GETTREngage with Pod Bless America PodcastEmail: jim@pbapodcast.comEmail: dan@pbapodcast.comFacebookListen to more episodes of the Pod Bless America PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts 

In honor of International Worker’s Day, we’ve taken a break from Central Asia to discuss how Jim Larkin, James Connolly, and the ITGWU fought for worker rights in Ireland in 1913. If you enjoyed this episode, please donate to our Patreon Learn how to unionize Join Jonah Furman’s newsletter Follow Jonah Furman and Joshua Potash […]

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Grooming has lately become a buzzword as Governor Ron DeSantis signed the historic bill to protect parental rights in education. The House Bill 1557, also known as Parental Rights in Education, is dubbed by critics the “Don't Say Gay” bill and by proponents as an “Anti-grooming” bill. The legislation, which reinforces parents' fundamental rights to make decisions regarding the upbringing of their children, has drawn national criticism especially among LGBTQ+ organizations. With so much controversy over how early gender ideology should be taught to children, are Kindergartners and Third Graders ready to cope with gender identity and sexual orientation, or is it a path that may lead them to confusion?In today's episode of the Pod Bless America Podcast, Jim and Dan talk about Florida House Bill 1557 - Parental Rights in Education, how schools are shaping kids' minds with gender ideologies, and how Disney's current leadership is killing the magic.Enjoy!In This Episode01:01 - Florida House Bill 1557: What it is and how it works11:23 - A real-life example of how kids are taught gender ideology in school14:06 - What's the Washington Post's take on the issue21:24 - How schools are shaping kids' minds with gender ideologies28:45 - How Ohio Bill 616 relates to Florida House Bill 155731:45 - How Disney's current leadership is killing the magic41:48 - How Disney executive management pushes their gender agenda on kidsFavorite Quotes13:16 + 18:42 - "These schools are getting out of control, thinking they can raise your kids better than you can raise your kids. I don't want her coming home at five years old asking me if she can be a boy or asking me what transgender is. I want her to be a kid. I want her to come home. I want her to play with her dolls, or I want her to play with earthworms. Whatever she wants to do, I want her to be able to do, figure it out on her own, and with guidance from me, not the school." - Jim Larkin and Dan Wilkinson Jr.20:15 - "Just because I might not agree with it (gender orientation or sexuality), that doesn't mean I lose my right to parent my kid. That doesn't mean that you as a school, as a government entity have a right to take over raising my child. That's absolute insanity." - Jim Larkin24:04 - "If your kid gets around somebody who's gay, they're gonna be gay. That's not how it works. I believe that it is inside you, that as you get older you decide. But not at age five. They would figure it out. But what I don't need is outside influences in their most impressionable years, pushing this on them" - Jim Larkin25:30 - "Give the parents the right to parent their kids the way they see fit. If you don't see fit to talk to your kids about LGBT issues at five or six years old, that does not make you a bigot. That doesn't make you a bad parent." - Jim Larkin39:19 - "99% of the girls that go to Disney want to be a princess. I am telling you that, I've been there. I've seen it. They wanna go and they want their magical time to be a princess. So, for you (Disney President Karey Burke) to sit there and say, 'well, we're not gonna assume they wanna be a princess". They wanna be a princess." -  Jim Larkin56:14 - "Disney really hurts. They gave my kids a great childhood. There was a lot of magic there, but it's all gone now." - Jim LarkinFollow the Pod Bless America Podcast on GETTREngage with Pod Bless America PodcastEmail: jim@pbapodcast.comEmail: dan@pbapodcast.comFacebookListen to more episodes of the Pod Bless America PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts 

he 2022 Omnibus Appropriations Bill, which contains funding allocations for every federal department and program, is overbearing and ridiculous. The bill is packed with surprises, from the funding of unconstitutional agencies to the funding of provisions that have nothing to do with keeping the government running. While there are certainly some good aspects to the bill, it's full of pork barrel spending that does nothing to help the American people.In today's episode of the Pod Bless America Podcast, Jim and Dan talk about the 2022 Omnibus Appropriations Bill. They will discuss how the $1.5 trillion dollar fund will be used, why the Omnibus package is overbearing and ridiculous, as well as the unconstitutional agencies included in the bill.Enjoy!In This Episode01:39 - What is included in the Omnibus package07:15 - Taking a look at where the billions of dollars are spent15:48 - The environmental and health hazards at the Goodfellow Federal Facility in Saint Louis23:10 - What's interesting in Division C of the Omnibus package29:45 - Why the Omnibus Appropriations Bill is so overwhelming and ridiculous41:13 - Allocating funds to the unconstitutional agenciesFavorite Quotes44:15 - "When you hear about these omnibus bills, it has nothing to do with keeping the government going. I mean, sure there's some of it in there to keep the government going, but the amount of stuff in here has nothing to do with keeping the government going." - Jim Larkin48:04 + 41:20 - "People need to know where this money's going, it's ridiculous. $1.3 billion, for the Bureau of Land Management? You want to save right now $1.3 billion for this country? Show me in the constitution where the Bureau of Land Management is authorized. Absolutely disgusting." - Jim Larkin and Dan Wilkinson Jr.49:03 - "I had no idea how much money was going to be absolute garbage, absolute unconstitutional garbage. I knew we spent a ton of money, but this is just ridiculous." - Jim LarkinFollow the Pod Bless America Podcast on GETTREngage with Pod Bless America PodcastEmail: jim@pbapodcast.comEmail: dan@pbapodcast.comFacebookListen to more episodes of the Pod Bless America PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts

There are a number of issues that are causing controversy and polarization among the people of America today. From social to political issues, there are many hot-button topics that spark debates. People on both sides of the issue have strong opinions, and they passionately defend their positions. No matter where you stand, what can you do to help bring about the necessary changes in this country?In today's episode of the Pod Bless America Podcast, Jim and Dan talk about topics that come to mind. Some of the issues they will speak about are Biden's Supreme Court nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson, Lia Thomas' gender identity and how it relates to Constitutional rights, as well as prepping for what's yet to come.Enjoy! In This Episode01:29 - Facts about Ketanji Brown Jackson in cases involving child pornography12:47 - What Lia Thomas' gender identity has to do with Constitutional rights31:00 - How Republicans are using higher fuel prices to their advantage 36:56 - Prepping for what's yet to come52:02 - An update on the Ohio governor's race Favorite Quotes39:53 - "And think about it for a minute, power disappears in this country. I'm not talking for 30 minutes. I'm talking years, years until we can get the parts to get things up and running again. You thought this would never happen. You thought my comfortable life in America is never gonna change. And you didn't prepare. And estimates are, without power in this country that 90% of the population dies within the first few years. And the Amish have no idea what happened, right? The Amish are at home. You guys are having problems. Exactly." - Jim Larkin and Dan Wilkinson Jr.02:43 - "I don't want a judge who is lenient on criminals. We're having a problem in this country right now with lawlessness. Things are outta control in this country and we need judges that are finally gonna lay down the law." - Jim Larkin06:47 - "If you have a judge here who cannot protect and cannot stand up for the most vulnerable in our society, do you think she's gonna stand up for your second amendment rights? Do you think she's gonna stand up for your fourth amendment rights?" - Jim Larkin13:57 - "You live your life the way you wanna live it. Same with the constitution. I don't have a problem with you exerting your rights until those rights infringe on somebody else's rights." - Jim Larkin59:38 - "You cannot sit out in the primary. You can't believe that you only have to go vote in the general because that's the one that matters. The primary is the one that matters." - Jim Larkin Follow the Pod Bless America Podcast on GETTREngage with Pod Bless America PodcastEmail: jim@pbapodcast.comEmail: dan@pbapodcast.comFacebook Listen to more episodes of the Pod Bless America PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts 

One form of government that is often up for debate is communism. There have been a lot of discussions about this type of system and whether or not it is a viable way to govern a country. Some people believe it is the best way, whereas others think it would be a disaster. The idea of everyone being equal sounds great on paper, but it does not work in the real world.In today's episode of the Pod Bless America Podcast, Jim and Dan are joined by Claudiu Ganea. They will talk about what a communist government is, how Claudio escaped Romania, and what it's like to live in a communist country.Claudiu Ganea was born and raised during the communist era in Romania. He knows exactly what life under a communist government is like. Having lived for 20 years without freedom, he now believes and advocates protecting the Second Amendment rights of the constitution.Enjoy! In This Episode01:10 - The definition of communism03:28 - An overview of how Romania became a communist country05:15 - What life was like in Romania during the communist period16:20 - Why many young Americans view communism positively20:19 - Why Claudiu fled Romania25:28 - The journey he took to find refuge in Germany29:07 - Why Claudiu decided to go to the US35:44 - A clip of Ben Shapiro talking about communism38:23 - What it is like to be in a communist bootcamp43:15 - What Amy Phan West has to say about protecting Second Amendment rights51:13 - Claudiu's thoughts on the Ukraine-Russia war57:38 - Why Joe Biden is handcuffed when it comes to the Ukrainian-Russian conflict1:04:53 - The beginnings of Claudiu's life in USA Favorite Quotes40:20 - "So all you conservative parents out there that are like, look my kids just don't get it. My kids are going to high school and the high school teachers are teaching my kid that communism's a way to go. Maybe we set up a communism camp and they get to go and they sign off on the waivers then they're like, look you understand your kids are gonna starve for two weeks. Right? Because the kids are going to walk in there going, I heard this is great. You send your kid to Claudiu for a month and they get 1200 calories. They come home and you can see their ribs. Every time they ask for more food, he hits them in the balls of their feet. I give him a glass of water if they are hungry. A glass of water." - Jim Larkin, Dan Wilkinson Jr, and Claudiu Ganea1:09:38 - "What makes us exceptional here (USA) is our constitution. That's what makes us exceptional. Nobody else has a constitution as we have. Nobody has the freedom of speech that we have. Nobody has the right to bear arms that we have. Nobody has the right to not self -incriminate against search and seizure that we have." - Jim Larkin1:11:21- "The USA is one of the best countries in the world. You can grow up here. You can have everything. You have the constitution, it's good. Hold the hands on your guns. Don't let them take them away from you. You have rights. You have freedom of speech. So, for the kids who want communism and want socialism, bring them to me for two weeks. And then we will talk about it. It's not the way to go." - Claudio Ganea Follow the Pod Bless America Podcast on GETTREngage with Pod Bless America PodcastEmail: jim@pbapodcast.comEmail: dan@pbapodcast.comFacebookListen to more episodes of the Pod Bless America PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts

James Nolan thinks Liberty Hall is a bit of an eyesore. We also hear from Jim Larkin's relatives; listeners tell us how they were victims of the latest scams; Bill Clear tells us how his wife and her sister were hit by sauce thrown from a passing car; Des Bolger tells us what happened to pet ponies Judy and Jody

The two-party system in the US is breaking down the country. With Democrats and Republicans dominating all levels of government, people are realizing that the parties don't represent them anymore. Politicians are not working for the people, but instead to promote themselves and their careers. Given the current political climate, what role can third parties play in winning back the country? In today's episode of the Pod Bless America Podcast, Jim and Dan talk about the US political parties - the known and the not-so-familiar, how American electoral politics have been dominated by two major parties, and why third parties can be a way to win back the country. Enjoy! In This Episode1:09 - The starting point of either the Democrats or Republicans taking control of Congress 6:25 - How an article from the American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU) is all hypocritical 11:55 - Presidents of the United States and their political parties 15:15 - The Libertarian platform 22:01 - The top 10 party values for the Green Party 25:15 - 7 principles of the Constitutional Party 27:17 - Standards of the Independent American Party 30:34 - A conversation with Steve of the Independent American Party 38:18 - Jim's perspective on the rights of individuals 41:05 - Steve's views about the federal government Favorite Quotes"And now you're saying, 'Well you know what, primaries don't matter. I'm going to vote in the general. That's the one that matters.' But the time you get to the general, you got two bad candidates. So we continue to elect the same bad candidates who are in it for themselves, except in all this lobbyist money. They're not in it for you anymore. They're in it just to make leviathan get bigger and more powerful until you can't stop them. And that's where we're at right now." - Jim Larkin "The Republicans and Democrats are going to destroy this country and there's going to come to a point where we need to break away. And the third party is the way to do it." - Jim Larkin "There is a higher power that gives you rights as a human being that cannot be taken away by government. So I don't know if I'm necessarily opposed to them saying that the constitution was created from inspiration from God. I'm not the most religious guy, but I don't have a problem with that." - Jim Larkin "People have gotten away. Morality has gotten away. You can't argue the fact that you take the church out of society and society goes Sodom and Gomorrah. I'm not the most religious guy, but I do believe that the 10 commandments are a good way to live your life." - Jim Larkin "The way to win this country back is through the states. You need to start getting rid of the dead weight and your state legislatures start electing legislators that understand state sovereignty who are willing to stand up to the federal government." - Jim Larkin Check out and engage with the Independent American PartyWebsiteFacebookTwitter Engage with Pod Bless America PodcastEmail: jim@pbapodcast.comFacebook Listen to more episodes of the Pod Bless America PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts 

The world of policing has been rocked by controversies in recent years. The country is being torn apart by the violence that has been stirred up by victim-blaming, racism, hate crimes, and false complaints. Also, there have been a number of high-profile incidents which have highlighted the dangers and consequences of lawlessness. While the truth about crimes is often distorted for political reasons or personal agendas, what can you do to stop it? In today's episode of the Pod Bless America Podcast, Jim Larkin and Dan Wilkinson Jr. talk about lawlessness, racism, hate crimes, and false complaints. Also on the agenda will be issues surrounding the Jussie Smollett controversy and what government representatives have to say about it. In This Episode00:45 - Leadslingers whisky rating 6:37 - What Nancy Pelosi says about lawlessness 11:02 - Nancy Pelosi on passing a bill 18:42 - Why Lori Lightfoot isn't deserving of being elected mayor 22:31 - What law and order are like in some states 28:09 - The Jussie Smollett controversy 37:12 - Jim's perspective of America's systemic racism  44:15 - Why Jim agrees with Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) on Jussie Smollett case not being a homophobic attack 49:32 - Erik Swalwell on the issue of hate crimes Favorite Quotes"Our founders right now would be rolling over. I mean, if they were all brought back to life for a month and they saw 81-year-old Nancy Pelosi running off the mouth like this, I can assure you that muskets would be loaded." - Jim Larkin "I'll tell you where it's coming from (lawlessness). It's coming from the Democrats, supporting people burning down their cities. It's coming from Democrats launching a war on the police." - Jim Larkin "When you're down there with your family in these democratically run cities, you cannot be the guy who is just taking pictures and having a good time." - Jim Larkin "The United States of America that I know is not systematically racist. I know a lot of cops, a thousand of cops. I don't know a racist cop. Every cop I know is doing the right thing. If you're a black guy and you got a gun and you're up to no good with it, you're going to get arrested. If you're a white guy and you got a gun and you're up to no good with it, you're going to get arrested." - Jim Larkin Engage with Pod Bless America PodcastEmail: jim@pbapodcast.comFacebook Listen to more episodes of the Pod Bless America PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts   

The American country is in danger. Its founding principles are being eroded by the federal government. With the recent political unrest, many people are wondering how to make this country great again. And one way is to return it to its founding principles as outlined by the Declaration of Independence and Constitution.  In today's episode, Jim and Dan talk with Jonah Schulz, a 26-year-old Republican candidate for Ohio's 13th Congressional District. Jonah speaks about his stand on a number of political and cultural issues surrounding the federal government, his plans to bring the nation to the way its founding fathers built it, and how he fights for liberty. Enjoy! In This Episode2:45 - Jonah's view on medical freedom 4:22 - How vaccine mandates violate the constitution 6:02 - The dangers of allowing government control over healthcare 10:37 - A statement by JD Vans about medical freedom 15:00 - Jim's view of how to win America back 20:39 - The Ohio people's response to politics 25:41 - Why the social security system needs a desperate reform 28:20 - How Jonah plans to manage government spending to balance the budget 36:12 - The woke military 39:46 - His stance on the second amendment 45:03 - How a 26-year old can make a difference in the country 53:02 - Why he is neutral on the legalization of recreational marijuana 56:11 - Why he strongly believes that abortion providers should not receive any taxpayer funds Favorite Quotes"I believe that the federal government is lost. I don't think in our lifetime, we're going to be able to rein that federal government in. I think the way to win this country back is through state governments. I think the way to win it back is to send people to understand the state sovereignty and are willing to stand up to the federal government and say, 'not today'." - Jim Larkin "Medical freedom means allowing individuals the opportunity to make their own healthcare choices." - Jonah Schulz "When you have an unconstitutional mandate coming down across states, you have a whole lot of people trying to represent the people, but nobody is there stepping up." - Jim Larkin "We complain of things like term limits. But we have the power over all these things, but we don't exercise it." - Jonah Schulz "The Department of Education is just one example of the bureaucratic sponge that just soaks up all of the taxpayer money. It goes to nowhere, except the pockets of bureaucrats." - Jonah Schulz "Unless you have this movement where you're gathering people who believe the things that we do from coast to coast and really have the backing to the people, you're not going see changes. It's so important to cultivate a generation of leaders, but also the grassroots that these individuals are going to need to be able to take on these huge challenges that the government, the bureaucracy, The Wall Street, and Silicon Valley don't want them to take on." - Jonah Schulz "We have the right to vote, the right to defend ourselves. You do lose certain abilities to operate within the confines of society when you break the rules of that society." Jonah Schulz "When you have a passion for benefiting and helping the life of your fellow man, I don't believe that there's an age requirement for that." - Jonah Schulz Engage with Johan SchulzTwitterWebsiteInstagramFacebook Engage with Pod Bless America PodcastEmail: jim@pbapodcast.comFacebook Listen to more episodes of the Pod Bless America PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts 

Governments around the world are mandating COVID vaccination to curb the pandemic. Although they want you to believe the benefits outweigh the risks, how can a mandatory vaccination infringe on individual freedom? How far can you get defending your constitutional rights? In today's episode of the Pod Bless America Podcast, Jim and Dan talk with Fredrick Stevens, Sheriff of Seneca County, about his stance about the federal government's COVID vaccine mandate, how far he goes in defending constitutional rights, and what's his next step if the government ignores his petition. Sheriff Stevens is one of those constitutional sheriffs that you all wish you had. He's one of those sheriffs that believe in the constitution. He believes in his oath and he is willing to stand up against anybody that he thinks may be getting in the way of that oath. Enjoy! In This Episode1:11 - Backstory of Sheriff Fredrick 5:58 - How he stood up against the federal government's COVID vaccines mandate 10:08 - A snippet of the memo Sheriff Fred wrote for his entire staff 12:45 - How far he goes in defending their constitutional rights against mandatory vaccination 19:43 - In case the federal government insists its mandate is in force, what is his next step? 24:08 - His stance on the mask mandate as the chief of police 32:22 - Sheriff's final thoughts on constitutional rights Favorite Quotes"With the federal government currently the way they are, having a constitutional sheriff I think is more important to everybody with each election. Are you going to protect this county when the federal government comes in here to try to take our guns? Are you going to protect this county when the federal government comes in here and says, we can't speak out against them?" - Jim Larkin "From the beginning, it's the constitution with me. It's not waffling to whatever political win or group wants it. Right or wrong, some groups didn't want it, but they knew where I stood." - Sheriff Fredrick Stevens "In today's cancel culture and attack mode mentality, it is hard to take a stand on anything. I am not anti-vaccine and I am not pro-vaccine. All I am is pro-freedom! I am for each person's ability and responsibility to decide for themselves in cooperation with their family doctor whether to get the vaccine or not." - Sheriff Fredrick Stevens "I am not running for reelection. I'm running to make things right out here to stop the lawsuits, to bring stability, and to bring the constitution back in our country." - Sheriff Fredrick Stevens Engage with Pod Bless America PodcastEmail: jim@pbapodcast.comFacebook Listen to more episodes of the Pod Bless America PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle Podcasts 

This is part two of our series featuring Jim Larkin, owner and manager of "Clarefield". "Clarefield" is a self-replacing cattle property with some hay and grain production, east of Binnaway, NSW. In this episode, Jim discusses how the simple process of applying for funding through the Biodiversity on Farms project enabled him to reach his goals for improved management and habitat protection on "Clarefield". You'll also hear how Jim is heavily involved in fostering the next generation of farmers through the Binnaway Junior Judges program, a program that encourages school students to pursue a career in agriculture. Jim spoke to Callen Thompson over a cup of tea at the Kitchen table of "Yeulba", Jim's house block.   Special thanks: This episode is supported by Central West Local Land Services, through funding from the Australian Government's National Landcare Program.   Resources and links: Blue heliotrope (Heliotropium amplexicaule) Blue Heliotrope: A weed to watch out for Young Judges Day Binnaway Show Society LLS incentive programs proving a win-win for farmers John Atkin remembered for his farming feats Australia Day Awards 2021   Connect: Central West LLS website Central West LLS on Facebook Central West LLS on Twitter Central West LLS on YouTube   The views contained in this podcast series are not necessarily endorsed by Central West Local Land Services. Listeners are advised to contact their local office to discuss their individual situation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim Larkin owns and manages "Clarefield", a 1,000-hectare property east of Binnaway, where he runs a self-replacing cattle herd with some hay and grain production. John Atkin, the previous owner, was passionate about developing "Clarefield" with the use of lime, fertiliser and tropical grasses. In this episode, we hear how Jim shares John's passion and has continued to improve the land he manages by managing pests and weeds, improving pastures and managing his natural assets to maintain biodiversity. Jim spoke to Callen Thompson over a cup of tea at the kitchen table of "Yeulba", Jim's house block.   Special thanks: This episode is supported by Central West Local Land Services, through funding from the Australian Government's National Landcare Program.   Resources and links: Blue heliotrope (Heliotropium amplexicaule) Blue Heliotrope: A weed to watch out for Young Judges Day Binnaway Show Society LLS incentive programs proving a win-win for farmers John Atkin remembered for his farming feats Australia Day Awards 2021   Connect: Central West LLS website Central West LLS on Facebook Central West LLS on Twitter Central West LLS on YouTube   The views contained in this podcast series are not necessarily endorsed by Central West Local Land Services. Listeners are advised to contact their local office to discuss their individual situation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Irish Passport brings you an interview with Jer O'Leary: actor, activist, artist, orator of Jim Larkin speeches and Dublin legend who recorded these tapes before he died in 2018. Jer discusses growing up in the Irish capital and how it changed over his life, and how he ended up in the national art college despite leaving school at 14, and his work creating banners for Ireland's union movement, a body of work that led writer Fintan O'Toole to once describe Irish protest marches as moving exhibitions of Jer O'Leary's art. O'Leary describes his route into theatre and film through political activism, and we hear from childhood friend Richard Collins about how Jer ended up behind bars for his role in an IRA holdup in the political turmoil of the 1970s - and how it changed his life. If you haven't heard it, listen to our episode to the 1913 Dublin Lockout, a prequel to this interview: https://www.theirishpassport.com/podcast/the-irish-left-legacies-of-the-lockout/ Some images of Jer's life and work can be seen here: https://comeheretome.com/2018/12/26/goodbye-to-jer-oleary-actor-and-larkinite/ Jer O'Leary can be seen in My Left Foot here: https://youtu.be/CNFrixpsOAg And in Game of Thrones here: https://youtu.be/MXGPgNp719k Follow us on Facebook and Twitter at @PassportIrish. If you enjoyed this episode, do give us a good review in your podcast app and share it with your friends. Bonus episodes are published for our supporters over at www.patreon.com/theirishpassport

A profound industrial dispute rocked Dublin in 1913, playing into a rising tide of nationalism and shaping the unique political landscape of Ireland of the following century. In this episode, Naomi and Tim tell the story of the 1913 Dublin Lockout led by firebrand trade unionist James Larkin. We hear from Jer O'Leary, an artist and actor who portrayed Larkin throughout his life, on what 'Big Jim' meant to ordinary Dubliners and his enduring legacy today. We reflect on the fate of the left following independence, when it struggled for significance against the dominant forces of Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael. Historian Dr Niamh Puirséil talks us through the difficult aftermath of the 1913 Lockout and why it contributed to Ireland's unique political divisions in the 20th century. Finally, Naomi and Tim reflect on the political dynamics of the present day and why a combination of nationalism and left-wing politics is shaking up the status quo once again. We'll be posting extra content including the full interview with Dr Niamh Puirséil over at www.patreon.com/theirishpassport Some images discussed in this episode: The statue of Jim Larkin at the GPO: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:James_Larkin_and_GPO_Easter_2016.jpg Photograph of Jim Larkin giving a speech: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:James_Larkin_O%27Connell_Street.jpg 'Murphy must go': https://img2.thejournal.ie/inline/1043721/original/?width=630&version=1043721 Baton charge against union rally in 1913: https://dublintenementexperience.wordpress.com/2013/08/30/the-baton-charge-batons-from-the-national-museum/ Follow us on Facebook and Twitter at @PassportIrish. If you enjoyed this episode, do give us a good review in your podcast app and share it with your friends.

The Barrel Brothers talk whiskey with Jim Larkin and Kevin Szady from Murlarkey Distilled Spirits and tease some upcoming events. Stay tuned friends!

FDNY and 9/11 Survivor Tim Brown: A personal story inside the World Trade Center   Today’s episode of BACK TO THE LODGE PODCAST is a heart wrenching and deeply emotional story from a survivor of the September 11, 2001 attack on the World Trade Center. It marks the 19th year anniversary of one of the most tragic events and terrifying terrorist attacks in American history.   Our guest, Tim Brown, will share his personal story about what happened on that day, his most unforgettable final moments with his comrades and best friends, and how he celebrates this dark moment of his life to honor those who demonstrate the greatest love for humanity.   After 19 years of living with the painful memory of losing 93 of his friends, including his two best friends, you can still hear in his voice the inflections when telling those stories.   Tim Brown is a retired, decorated 20-year FDNY Firefighter, a survivor of the 2001 terrorist attack on the World Trade Center, a first responder to the 1993 terrorist attack on the WTC and a veteran of the New York Urban Search & Rescue Task Force team that responded to the 1995 terrorist attack on the Alfred P. Murrah federal building in Oklahoma City.   Tim has been a leader in defending the memory of those who lost on 9/11 at Ground Zero and has been a sought after speaker regarding post-traumatic stress, grief, resilience of the human spirit and hope.   Also in this episode is a quick interview with Icey Tec's new Regional Sales Manager in the Great Lake Region, Jim Larkin.   Enjoy!   Favorite Quote   “I was lucky enough to get the greatest job in the world, New York City Firefighter! Even with what happened to us, we overcame the evil. Do with your life what is most meaningful to you, VOLUNTEER FOR YOUR COUNTRY!”                                                                                               -Tim Brown         In This Episode 14:04 - Tim's background and he got involved in the 9/11 history   22:41 - Remembering the final moments with his great friends and comrades   38:25 - The dreadful situation in the lobby of South tower   43:31 - How Tim survived from the collapsing tower   50:19 - Facts and figures of how many innocent human being vanished in the 9/11 terror attack   55:50 - How outdoor recreation helps Tim in healing and clearing his pain away   59:45 - Tim's outdoor activities that aim to raise awareness of the 9/11 attack   1:10:58 - The most important advice he can give to his younger self   1:32:40 - How Jim Larkin got into the military   1:33:33 - What gravitated him towards law enforcement   1:38:55 - His favorite outdoor activity   1:41:10 - Jim's advice to his 16-year old self   How to get connected   Website: What Brothers Do Book: What Brothers Do Foundation: Stephen Siller Tunnel to Tower Foundation and 911 Trail     Our Sponsors Higdon Outdoors - The industry leader in the waterfowl industry for over 25 years Icey-Tek USA - The classic rotomolded ice chest that started the entire premium cooler industry Merica Bourbon - The sweet taste of freedom Mossy Oak - Make sure the camo that you use is up to the task   Listen To More Episodes of BACK TO THE LODGE PODCAST Spotify Apple Podcast YouTube   Visit our Website Back To The Lodge Follow us on Facebook - Back to the Lodge Tune in LIVE to WEIO 100.9 The Farm                               Please, if you're at all interested in the book Tim Brown spoke at length about, please click the link, buy the book and never forget. Thank you Tim Brown, what an amazing guest, we are all blessed to have met you, heard your story and owe you and so many other heroes so much! https://whatbrothersdo.com/ Hosts: Patrick Mudge, Matthew Dretzka & Nick Conder Podcast by: Knucklehead Media Group

Happy St. Patricks Day! This week we are Jim Larkin 2: Carona (The Lock-IN). We are talkin Covid-19, Disney, misinformation as well as the debut of my brand new teen comedy-drama The Fridget. Enjoy and stay safe!

Who Feared to Wear the Red Hand Badge! Songs and poems of 1913 Lockout. Performed with historical commentary by Francis Devine with guest singer Fergus Russell.

To tie in with the documentary series Citizens: Lockout 1913 to 2013 three live discussions about the lockout will feature on the Today with Myles Dungan show. In the second feature Myles speaks to some of the relations of the main characters of Lockout 1913 like William Martin Murphys great grandson Chris Martin Murphy, Jim Larkin's granddaughter and great granddaughter Stella Larkin McConnon and Aoife Breslin and James Connolly Heron, the great grandson of James Connolly.

Francis Devine singing ‘The Ballad of Jim Larkin’