Best Citizens.am Podcasts (2025)

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The Power of the People: Organizing for Change from the Ground Up 2:00:49

4M ago2:00:49

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We are no longer relying on Bernie Sanders; we’re relying on the movement that Bernie has asked us to build. Sean’s Monologue: America the Militarized Today Sean speaks with author and campaign activist Kacey Carpenter about the grassroots fight for progressive change. First, Kacey tells us his story of meeting Bernie Sanders and explains the event…

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A Miscarriage of Justice: The 8th and H Case 1:26:53

5M ago1:26:53

1:26:53

The more you know about the U.S. criminal justice system, the more you realize how many innocent people are being incarcerated. Sean’s Monologue: The Power of Presidential Pardons For this special episode of Coup Save America, we are joined by Shannon Lynch, the producer and host of The Alley: DC's 8th and H Case, a podcast dedicated to telling the…

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War, Technology, and the Future of the Middle East: A Conversation with Robert Cook 1:27:01

5M ago1:27:01

1:27:01

“There will be a lot of dead people, but politicians don’t tend to care about dead people.” Sean’s Monologue: Israeli-Palestinian Relations Recap On today’s episode of Coup Save America, Robert Cook joins us to talk about the conflict in the Middle East. Robert is a US Veteran, Western Civilization Expert, public intellectual historian and the auth…

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America’s Ethical Archetype with Damien Dubose 1:51:52

6M ago1:51:52

1:51:52

If kindness doesn’t benefit us personally, should there be an obligation to pursue kindness without reward? Sean’s Monologue: The Myth of Rugged Individualism Our guest this episode is Damien Dubose, author of the book America's Ethical Archetype: Establishing the Psychology of Moral Authority and Correcting our Country’s Politics. We go into the s…

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Justice, Fiction, and the Fight for What’s Right with Mark Bello 2:03:34

6M ago2:03:34

2:03:34

“There’s the law…then compassion. And the law and compassion don’t always see eye to eye.” Sean’s Monologue: Barriers to Birthing Today we welcome Mark Bello - attorney, civil justice advocate, and an award-winning legal-themed novelist. Mark opens the with the story of why he became an attorney, what turned him to social justice, and what inspired…

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Redemption and Resilience: The Journey of John David Graham 2:02:09

6M ago2:02:09

2:02:09

You are not responsible for the circumstances of your birth, but you are responsible for what you do with your life. Sean’s Monologue: Post Election Reflections Coup Save America welcomes the remarkable John David Graham, founder of the Good Samaritan Home, a non-profit agency helping people restart their lives after prison. John is also the author…

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The Human Idea: Exploring Nature’s Newest Ecosystem w/Anne Riley 1:56:57

7M ago1:56:57

1:56:57

Is it possible to know the nature of humans without the benefit of religion or philosophy? Sean’s Monologue: The 2024 Election Today Coup Save America welcomes Anne Riley, author of the upcoming book The Human Idea: Nature's Newest Ecosystem and the brilliant mind behind the “ideasphere.” Ideas are a human concept, and Anne is confident that we can…

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The Battle of the Books: Political Thrillers and the Future of America 1:59:00

7M ago1:59:00

1:59:00

Today on Coup Save America, producer Mckenzie guest hosts a special pre-election episode: The Battle of the Books!!! Coup Save America invites two authors – Dan McCrory and William R. Douglas to talk about their polar-opposite political polarization novels. What could happen if a Republican president refused to concede the Whitehouse? What if left-…

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Reimagining Democracy: Bold Solutions with Evan Jaqua 1:57:33

7M ago1:57:33

1:57:33

Are the American people desperate enough for change to embrace a few all-new solutions? Sean’s Monologue: The Two-Party Cartel Evan Jaqua, founder of The Solutions Party, joins us today to talk about real, functional remedies to the shortcomings of government and to the social issues plaguing both sides of our political aisle. Evan launches the epi…

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Malignant Narcissism: The Real Threat Behind Trump’s Politics 1:57:28

7M ago1:57:28

1:57:28

Why rein in radicalism when you can use it to make a profit? Sean’s Monologue: Republican Extremism: A Manufactured Reality For today's show, we have invited back David Shaw, author of the book Deplorable Politics: Propaganda for the Brainwashed, to talk about the direction of the current Republican Party and, more specifically, the MIS-direction o…

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Navigating the Outrage Industry: A Conversation with David Beckemeyer 2:02:10

7M ago2:02:10

2:02:10

Politicians think: “If we keep you focused on fighting for that emotionally triggering issue over there, you won’t notice this bill we’re passing over here.” Sean’s Monologue: The Outrage Economy Today’s guest, David Beckemeyer, is the host of "Outrage Overload," a podcast dedicated to exploring the outrage industry and finding solutions to toxic p…

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Creating & Failing the 9/11 Generation w/Matthew Warshauer 1:01:39

8M ago1:01:39

1:01:39

To break our cycle of chaos, we need to understand how we got here. Sean’s Monologue: Free Speech Arrests Via Anti-Terrorism Laws Our guest today is Matthew Warshauer, professor of history at Central Connecticut State University and author of the book Creating and Failing the 9/11 Generation: The Real Story of September 11. Matthew begins the inter…

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Exploring Modern Monetary Theory with Steve Grumbine 1:30:00

8M ago1:30:00

1:30:00

“Are Progressives like 8-bit robots walking into walls when it comes to understanding economics?” Sean’s Monologue: Kamala Harris & Healthcare Today we welcome special guest Steve Grumbine, founder and CEO of the nonprofits Real Progressives and Real Progress in Action. Steve is here to tell us how Modern Monetary Theory could benefit the working c…

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A New World Order: The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor and the Decline of US Hegemony 1:52:40

8M ago1:52:40

1:52:40

It’s hard to criticize any state these days when they ALL have skeletons in their closets. Sean’s Monologue: The US-China Relationship Today Sean is joined by Coup Save America’s good friend Toufic Sarieddine, a PhD graduate from Nagoya University whose research focuses on the hegemonic impact of China’s Belt and Road Initiative on US hegemony arou…

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Why Trump? Unpacking the Political Culture Behind the MAGA Movement with Dr. Douglas Giles 2:02:59

8M ago2:02:59

2:02:59

“We’re stuck with Trump because the United States created Trump.” Sean’s Monologue: From Neoliberalism to Trump Today, Coup Save America speaks with social philosopher Dr. Douglas Giles, the author of Why Trump? Why Some People Support Him—How the Rest of Us Can Respond. Dr. Giles is an assistant professor at Elmhurst University, where he researche…

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How Capitalism Killed The Middle Class w/Dan McCrory 1:59:18

9M ago1:59:18

1:59:18

If we stop using the “S” word, will more people embrace socialist ideals? Sean’s Monologue: The Neoliberal-Fascism Connection In this episode, Sean interviews Dan McCrory, an author of extraordinary diversity and depth. Dan has published books in many genres, but today we focus on his powerful work of non-fiction: Capitalism Killed the Middle Class…

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Revolutionizing Volunteerism with Karen Knight: A Conversation on Impact and Innovation 1:57:12

9M ago1:57:12

1:57:12

“Can actions with ulterior motives benefit everybody in the end?” Sean’s Monologue: Bully Pulpit International Our guest today is internationally-recognized author, presenter, and volunteerism expert Karen Knight. With nearly three decades of experience mentoring and advising social impact organizations, Karen is a leading voice in challenging conv…

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Healing Racism and Other Harms of Our Culture w/Jesse Mass 1:58:02

10M ago1:58:02

1:58:02

“The systems were designed without love in mind.” Sean’s Monologue: The Case Against Kamala In this profound episode of "Coup Save America," host Sean St. Heart delves into the crucial topic of healing the deep-seated racism and other cultural harms that plague our society. Joining him is Jesse Mass (JD), an acclaimed author, and expert in organiza…

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Reimagining the Revolution w/Paula Lehman-Ewing 1:54:30

10M ago1:54:30

1:54:30

The only way to get ahead of a destructive evolution is to change the rules of the game. Sean’s Monologue: Slavery as the Root of Black Disparity Today we welcome award-winning journalist and social documentarian, Paula Lehman-Ewing. Amongst her many journalistic accomplishments, Paula earned a SPJ Silver Heart award for relaunching the defunct new…

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Warrior Mom: A Mother’s Journey In Healing Her Son with Autism w/Tracy Slepcevic 1:31:42

11M ago1:31:42

1:31:42

Modern Americans are “swimming in a toxic pool.” Could this be an underlying cause of the rapidly increasing rates of autism in today’s kids? Sean’s Monologue: Navigating Autism in Our Workforce Join us as Sean St. Heart interviews Tracy Slepcevic, author of the bestselling book Warrior Mom: A Mother’s Journey In Healing Her Son with Autism. Tracy …

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Defeating MAGA Extremism: A Deep Dive with Russell Jack 2:00:17

12M ago2:00:17

2:00:17

Vote for a “liberal” or vote for a terrorist – what’s a staunch Republican to do? Sean’s Monologue: How Conservatism Shapes Policy This week on Coup Save America, Sean speaks with Russell Jack, a former U.S. Air Marshal and the author of Is MAGA a Terrorist Movement? With a combination of inside knowledge and meticulous research, Russell’s book pre…

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The Quality of Life Resistance Movement 1:59:21

1y ago1:59:21

1:59:21

What happens when addiction becomes the rule rather than the exception for most Americans? Sean’s Monologue: Is a Utopian Society Possible? Today on Coup Save America we welcome guest Jeff Einstein, a digital media pioneer who has taken a critical stance on how the digital age has negatively impacted our quality of life. Jeff begins by explaining h…

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Exploring Shadow Banning with Robert Hawkins 1:44:04

1y ago1:44:04

1:44:04

How can someone being banned from marching in a parade lead to everyone being legally censored online? Sean’s Monologue: Censorship Industrial Complex Our guest today is here to tell us about a secret form of online censorship that is happening every day to people like you and me – and we don’t even know it. Robert Hawkins is a social entrepreneur …

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Unveiling the Playbook: The Threat of Religious Fundamentalism 2:01:20

1y ago2:01:20

2:01:20

When a fundamentalist Christian is preaching against abortion, don’t point out how many babies God killed in the Bible! Sean’s Monologue: Book Banning in America Our guest today is Mark Alsip, a computer scientist, freelance science writer, and the founder of Bad Science Debunked, a skeptical science blog. Mark is here with us today to talk about a…

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The Phenomenon of QAnon w/Mike Trigg 1:39:42

1y ago1:39:42

1:39:42

Is economic disenfranchisement the main force fueling toxic Internet subcultures and online movements? Sean’s Monologue: The Phenomenon of QAnon We are joined today by Mike Trigg, a former Silicon Valley start-up guru now turned accomplished writer. Mike’s first corporate thriller Bit Flip was lauded with 5-star reviews, and now he’s on our show to…

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Unraveling the Secrets of Dreams with Benjamin "The Dream Wizard" Davidson 2:05:18

1y ago2:05:18

2:05:18

Did the act of dreaming bring about religion? Sean’s Monologue – “The Poor People’s Campaign” Tune in today to learn that everything you’ve heard about dreaming is true…sort of. Benjamin Davidson – The Dream Wizard – joins us to unravel the mystery of dreams and other human “thought experiences.” With two decades of work in the mental health field …

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Gaza Crisis: Unveiling Israel's Actions 1:58:18

1y ago1:58:18

1:58:18

How do our government’s efforts to ban TikTok circle back around to the crisis in Gaza? Sean’s Monologue: The USA Titanic Today we bring back our friend Christina Khalil for an update on her New Jersey race for Senate. Running on genuine concern, compassion, and policy ideas that might actually heal our country has forced Christina to abandon the D…

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Healing America: A Prescription for Health Care Reform 2:03:11

1y ago2:03:11

2:03:11

Could “complexity, cost, and risk of change” be the three main factors holding back healthcare reform in the United States? Sean’s monologue topic: The State of Healthcare in the States Today on Coup Save America, our guest comes to us with a unique and creative way to spread awareness about our failing healthcare system. Greg Vigdor is the author …

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Little Known Facts of History with Fayge Horesh 1:53:32

1y ago1:53:32

1:53:32

Did you know that Soviet spies will turn into ash like vampires if forced to say the words “under God”? Sean’s monologue topic: Reparations for Africa Americans Fayge Horesh is a public historian, tour guide, and freelance writer. They have always wanted to share their passion for history with others, so they created the podcast “D Listers of Histo…

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The Wisdom of Morrie 1:58:57

1y ago1:58:57

1:58:57

“Aging is tough, but it beats the alternate.” – Morrie Schwartz Sean’s monologue topic: How Ageism negatively impacts America Today we are joined by Rob Schwartz, an Award-Winning Music/Film Producer, journalist and entrepreneur with 20+ years of entertainment experience. He is also the son of Morrie Schwartz, one of our culture’s most celebrated s…

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World Social Justice Day 1:53:37

1+ y ago1:53:37

1:53:37

In the fight for social justice “Our greatest weapons are our voices and our passion - Let us wield these tools with courage and conviction, for the sake of our present and for the promise of our future.” In this opening episode of Coup Save America’s third season, host, Sean St. Heart, is out sick with covid. His producer, Mckenzie, also has covid…

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The Music of Activism w/The Cides 2:08:28

1+ y ago2:08:28

2:08:28

“I want to reason like an anarchist…There’s a rebel inside me, and it’s coming to play.” – The Cides, “The Rebel” Can music amplify the reach and impact the of a social movement? Today’s Coup Save America guest is a musician and anarchist who is passionate about social justice. Paul Hayward, a former Molester, is the founder of the UK punk rock gro…

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The Politics of the Green Party 2:16:58

1+ y ago2:16:58

2:16:58

Are American voters suffering from Stockholm Syndrome? Today on Coup Save America, we are delighted to speak with Christina Khalil, future senator of New Jersey. Christina overcame her disadvantaged childhood to become a social scientist, with a B.A. in psychology and a master’s degree in social work. She is ready to give even more of herself in a …

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The Politics of Julian Assange 1:21:31

1+ y ago1:21:31

1:21:31

“Transparency is for governments and privacy is for individuals.” – Julian Assange Today Coup Save America welcomes Kim Stanton, the founder and director of Films for Change, a project that brings documentaries to the public through both in-person and online screenings. Coming to us all the way from Australia, Kim is here to promote his own award-w…

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The Politics of Project 2025 2:13:14

1+ y ago2:13:14

2:13:14

Today on Coup Save America, Sean has a conversation with Peter B. Collins, a former talk radio host with a long resume in the media field, spanning from his coverage of the Watergate scandal in the 1970’s to hosting his own podcast from 2009 through the 2020 covid-19 pandemic. Peter walks us through a history of devolving political regimes, coverin…

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The Politics of January 6th 2:15:39

1+ y ago2:15:39

2:15:39

Step One, Storm the Capital. Step Two, America is saved! Let’s take a closer look at the events of January 6, 2021. Today on Coup Save America, we are joined by history teacher Ben Hamilton, founder of the Chasing History Project. Ben was present as a neutral observer during the infamous invasion of the capital building in Washington DC, and he int…

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The Politics of Voting for the Lesser of Two Evils 2:01:25

1+ y ago2:01:25

2:01:25

Are American voters really stuck choosing between a Giant Douche and a Turd Sandwich? Today’s Coup Save America guest is Lloyd McNeil, the moderator for a series of Facebook groups to encourage open dialogue about the issues that keep voters disillusioned and disfranchised. Sean and Lloyd talk about the duopoly of our current political system, whic…

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The Politics of Disability II 1:56:16

2y ago1:56:16

1:56:16

When you pay regularly into an insurance program, the benefits should be there for you when you need them…right? Today Coup Save America welcomes Spencer Bishins back to the show for a second look at the difficult process of applying for Social Security Disability Insurance. Mr. Bishins is an attorney, author, and former employee of the Social Secu…

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Peace, Prayer, and Pornography 2:10:46

2y ago2:10:46

2:10:46

What do peace, prayer, and porn all have in common? We are delighted for the return of the Reverend Barry Lynn to our show, as he joins us to talk about his marvelous three-volume memoir, Paid to Piss People Off. On today’s Coup Save America, Reverend Lynn, dedicated defender of the Constitution, regales us with humorous stories of using his wit an…

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Deplorable Politics: The Rise of the Far-Right 1:57:22

2y ago1:57:22

1:57:22

What are the psychological dynamics that make a person susceptible to propaganda? This week, Coup Save America welcomes David Shaw, author of the new book Deplorable Politics: Propaganda for the Brainwashed. David has applied his background in political science and psychotherapy to a career as a consultant for non-profit fundraising, but he joins u…

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The Injustice of SeaWorld's Captive Orcas 1:40:20

2y ago1:40:20

1:40:20

Should an orca whale be the first non-human person to be granted habeas corpus? We think so. Dr. Jeffrey Ventre is a former orca trainer now turned anti-captivity activist. He joins Coup Save America today to talk about his feature role in the documentary Blackfish, a film that swayed public opinion about using marine mammal as performers for profi…

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The Politics of Vaping 2:07:29

2y ago2:07:29

2:07:29

It’s a longstanding tactic - If you want to pass a policy, weaponize the children! We are joined today by Alex Clark, the CEO of the Consumer Advocates for Smoke-free Alternatives Association, to talk about vaping – one of the most effective ways to quit smoking tobacco. First up, Alex and Sean compare their personal stories about overcoming a smok…

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Black Lives Don't Matter In America 2:11:45

2+ y ago2:11:45

2:11:45

“Education creates knowledge – Knowledge creates jobs – Jobs reduce poverty – Poverty reduction reduces crime.” Coup Save America is joined today by activist Clinton Galloway, author of the book What Did You Think Was Going to Happen? Mr. Galloway shares his infuriating story of how the city of Los Angeles deprived their black communities of vital …

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How To Fight Like A Socialist 2:05:25

2+ y ago2:05:25

2:05:25

“How will this benefit the ruling class?” It’s the first question we should ask ourselves when faced with social “issues” aimed to divide and distract the working citizenry. This week, Sean is joined by Canadian activist and revolutionary socialist, Daniel Tarade. Daniel holds a Ph.D. in Laboratory Medicine and Pathobiology, but his true passion is…

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Battle for President: Landingham vs. Trump 1:54:43

2+ y ago1:54:43

1:54:43

Is Donald Trump crazy enough to stalk and attempt to assassinate a political rival? Today on Coup Save America, Sean is joined by 2024 presidential candidate, Michael D. Landingham, who shares the story of his family history and why he decided to run for president in 2020, and will try again in our upcoming election. Mr. Landingham is running as a …

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The United States of Socialism 2:09:22

2+ y ago2:09:22

2:09:22

When so many of the world’s natural resources are appropriated and privatized, how long will it take corporations to find a way to charge us for the air we breathe? This week on Coup Save America, Sean discusses the various interpretations of socialism with historian Adnan Husain, who is well-versed in the social analyses of Karl Marx and his conte…

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The Politics of COVID19 2:00:31

2+ y ago2:00:31

2:00:31

Today on Coup Save America, we are joined by empowerment coach and podcaster, Stephen Milverton, to discuss what he feels are draconian lockdowns in his state of Victoria, Australia, led by Premier “Dictator Dan.” Stephen is not anti-establishment nor anti-government, but believes that people need to choose the lifestyle they want to live rather th…

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The Science of How Thoughts Become Things 1:35:29

2+ y ago1:35:29

1:35:29

"Anger is only disappointed love." Today on Coup Save America, Sean is joined by Australian author and inspirer, Barry Nicolaou, to tell us about the science of creative visualization. When it comes to understanding and respecting one another, Barry is a proponent of practicing gratitude and finding "commonality" with others, whether it's in agreem…

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The Politics of Disability 1:50:02

2+ y ago1:50:02

1:50:02

Have you ever wondered how you would survive do if you were suddenly unable to work and earn money? In the United States, all workers contribute a portion of their income to maintain a safety net program that we can fall back on in times of need, but how easy is it to access these funds that we are entitled to receive if we become disabled? Not so …

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