Join host Dustin Olson for a special LIVE episode of Political Trade Secrets as we unveil exclusive insights from the latest American Pulse poll. Discover what Americans really think about U.S. airstrikes to destroy Iran’s nuclear program, the prospects for a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, and whether voters connect the border crisis to tensions with Iran. We’ll break down surprising bipartisan consensus, reveal the newest Trump Job Approval numbers, and share actionable takeaways for policy...
Jun 26, 2025•36 min
In this episode of Political Trade Secrets , host Dustin Olson sits down with Kurt Schneider, soon-to-be Sheriff of Ashland County, to explore the most pressing issues for 2024, with a deep focus on the U.S.-Mexico border crisis. Schneider provides a first-hand account of the humanitarian toll and the cartel-driven chaos at the border, emphasizing the need for strong security measures, including barriers, advanced technology, and dedicated law enforcement. Schneider underscores how regular citiz...
Oct 31, 2024•38 min
In this episode of Political Trade Secrets, host Dustin Olson dives into new, exclusive Pennsylvania polling from American Pulse and pull back the curtain on Pennsylvania swing state politics with Special guest Mark Harris, a top strategist and founding partner of Pennsylvania-based ColdSpark, who shares his expertise on what to expect in the Keystone State as we head toward Election Day. With close presidential and Senate races, the latest poll shows Donald Trump leading Kamala Harris by 1.4%, ...
Oct 15, 2024•1 hr 11 min
In this insightful episode of Political Trade Secrets , host & pollster Dustin Olson dives deep into the world of public polling—polls released to the public through the media—with two seasoned experts: Pollster John Rogers of Torchlight Strategies and Pollster Lee Vasche, Olson's colleague from American Pulse Research & Polling . Together, they unpack the challenges pollsters face in today’s turbulent political climate, exploring the differences between public and internal campaign poll...
Oct 09, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 2401
In this enlightening episode, host Dustin Olson and GOP strategist Matt Wylie dissect key political campaign strategies and the evolution of the GOP's ground game. Wylie brings decades of experience to the table, offering an insider's view of landmark campaigns that have shaped the GOP's tactics. The dialogue opens with Wylie's recollections of a Massachusetts special election that he and host Dustin Olson worked on together, showcasing innovative tactics despite a close loss. He highlights the ...
Nov 14, 2023•1 hr 5 min
Today, Dustin is joined by the official patriotic historian of the Political Trade Secrets Show, J. Mark Powell to Explore Surprising History Trivia around Our Independence Day! J. Mark Powell is a novelist, former TV journalist, and diehard history buff. He writes a regular Holy Cow! History article at InsideSources.com Sign up to get exclusive Political Trade Secrets Insider stuff at PoliticalTradeSecrets.com.
Jul 02, 2021•43 min
Today on Political Trade Secrets’ Weekly Big Show Podcast w/ Dustin Olson & Sean Bartley: Ruth Edmonds, GOP Congressional Candidate & fmr Columbus NAACP Pres. shares her Vision & answers a listener’s question: “How should candidates talk about critical race theory?” We discuss our powerful maxim: “Opportunity is a Function of the Number of Conversations you have for Opportunity” How to Watch Game Tape to Level Up Campaign Performance Sign up to get exclusive Political Trade Secrets I...
Jun 15, 2021•2 hr 1 min
On this episode of Political Trade Secrets’ Weekly Big Show Podcast, Dustin & Sean take the field to tackle important news this week, how Republicans can talk about it, and some of the best “political trade secrets” to winning: The most productive way to think about, talk about and solve Border Security & Immigration How Terrible is Kamala Harris? Why you NEED a System for Thank Yous (or they’ll pile up) Unveil Dustin’s powerful strategic principle: “What You Do Daily Gets Done” The Hist...
Jun 08, 2021•1 hr 50 min
How does Redistricting work? What will Redistricting look like this year? How will it impact Congressional Races in 2022 & Beyond? In this episode, Top Experts join Dustin & Sean to make sense of the new Census numbers & how Redistricting will impact the emerging 2022 Congressional Map: Redistricting Expert: Alan P. Philp of Patriot Pathways Political Panel: Fmr Exec Dir of the NRCC John Rogers of Torchlight Strategies Fmr CO House GOP Leader Mark Waller of Waller Consulting Politica...
Jun 01, 2021•1 hr 37 min
Today on the show, Dustin and Sean explore how people are influenced by incentives and disincentives - both for good and bad - and how we can use this for positive strategy and political progress. Sponsored by Olson Strategies , Grassfire, LLC. , & 10CentTexting.com. Sign up to get exclusive Political Trade Secrets Insider stuff at PoliticalTradeSecrets.com....
Dec 17, 2020•1 hr 28 min
Today on Political Trade Secrets, Dustin and Sean talk w/ Brian DeRoy on How to Fight Fake News, Win w/ Media Relations by Understanding News Landscape and What Media Wants | ACB is ON THE COURT!!! | And DON'T CALL ME GEORGE! Sponsored by www.Grassfire.us and www.10centtexting.com....
Nov 12, 2020•1 hr 21 min
Today on Political Trade Secrets, Dustin and Sean talk Facebook Ad-mageddon and where to spend to connect w/ voters with friends John Rogers from Torchlight Strategies and Andy Yates from RepublicanAds.com | The fun of a recent Trump Rally, SCOTUS confirmation proceedings, and other news of the day. Sponsored by www.Grassfire.us and www.10centtexting.com....
Nov 11, 2020•1 hr 42 min
Dustin Olson and Sean Bartley Recap the Presidential Debate and are joined by ️PASTOR JC Church to talk about how Pastors can Empower Christians to be Salt & Light in America by voting, speaking up, AND Leading in the Public Square... Don't miss it!
Nov 09, 2020•1 hr 31 min
Today on Political Trade Secrets Dustin & Sean discuss how to use the Olson Strategy Sweet Spot, Fake News Fact-Checking, Kamala calling half the country racist, and ACB's unanimous Senate Judiciary committee vote.
Nov 06, 2020•1 hr 6 min
Today on Political Trade Secrets, Dustin Olson and Sean Bartley Preview POTUS Debate 2, bring a Strategy Filter to the News and talk about ️THE POSSIBILITY PRESIDENT: How Donald Trump Sees Possibilities Where Others Only See Constraints... Sponsored by www.Grassfire.us & 10CentTexting.com....
Nov 05, 2020•1 hr 7 min
Today on Political Trade Secrets, Dustin & Sean talk about Strategic Filters to add Clarity & Innovation, the Ever-Evolving Debate Rules, and the Game is Afoot on the Biden Emails. Sponsored by www.Grassfire.us & 10CentTexting.com.
Nov 04, 2020•1 hr 28 min
Today on Political Trade Secrets, Dustin & Sean talk about how to be an informed citizen, fight fake news, the Gell-Mann Amnesia Effect and discover the filters you see the world through. Sponsored by www.Grassfire.us & 10CentTexting.com.
Nov 03, 2020•1 hr 22 min
Today on Political Trade Secrets, Dustin & Sean talk about how the Dueling Town Halls exemplify the Dueling Realities in America and how this format takes Social Distancing to a Whole New Level. And discuss the future of Presidential Debates. Sponsored by www.Grassfire.us & 10CentTexting.com....
Nov 02, 2020•1 hr 6 min
Today on Political Trade Secrets, Dustin & Sean talk about Burisma, Biden, & How Algorithms, AI, & Big Tech Try to Shape our Reality. Find out what this means for you and other Political Leaders. Sponsored by www.Grassfire.us & 10CentTexting.com....
Oct 30, 2020•1 hr 15 min
Today on Political Trade Secrets, Dustin & Sean talk with acclaimed writer & director Jason Meath about his latest project Bad Decisions: The Joe Biden Story that premieres tonight on Newsmax and then they discuss Being Conservative doesn’t mean Being Quiet. Sponsored by www.Grassfire.us & 10CentTexting.com....
Oct 29, 2020•1 hr 6 min
Today on Political Trade Secrets, Dustin & Sean talk about the Key US Senate Races, where the balance of power hinges in the upper chamber, and where you can make the biggest impact. Sponsored by www.Grassfire.us & 10CentTexting.com.
Oct 28, 2020•1 hr 24 min
Today on Political Trade Secrets, Dustin & Sean talk Supreme Court Nomination Hearings & How the Harris-Biden “Court Packing” Threat would End America as We Know It. Sponsored by www.Grassfire.us & 10CentTexting.com.
Oct 27, 2020•1 hr 8 min
Today on Political Trade Secrets, Dustin talks w/ Sean Bartley about 3 Easy Steps to Improve Politics (at least your experience of it) TODAY and 8 ProTips for Political Texting. Sponsored by www.Grassfire.us & 10CentTexting.com.
Oct 26, 2020•1 hr 28 min
Today on Political Trade Secrets, Dustin & Sean talk w/ Commissioner Mark Waller about what candidates think they need in a campaign, weighing input from professionals, family, and friends, and things learned from his various campaigns.
Oct 23, 2020•52 min
Today on Political Trade Secrets, Dustin is joined by Sean Bartley to discuss whether they can see the future in regards to their predictions on the VP Debate and they cover how the Commission on Presidential Debates has inserted itself into the election by changing the rules in the middle of the game. Sponsored by Grassfire.us & 10CentTexting.com.
Oct 22, 2020•1 hr 3 min
Today on Political Trade Secrets, Dustin is joined by Sean Bartley to discuss tonight’s VP Debate and why the races top to bottom on your ballot matter.
Oct 21, 2020•52 min
Today on Political Trade Secrets, Dustin & Sean reach back in time to get spot on advice from The Duke, The Gipper, and even Honest Abe’s 10-point GOTV Plan.
Oct 20, 2020•1 hr 17 min
Today on Political Trade Secrets, Dustin & Sean discuss the change in Democrat tactics from 2016 to now and their movement to change the rules in election laws NOW, which could radically change all three branches of government with the possibility of Permanent Power Loop, and the Presidential debates.
Oct 19, 2020•55 min
Today on Political Trade Secrets, Dustin Olson & Sean Bartley firmly GRAB ONTO the REAL Third Rail of Politics: Yard Signs… Will they live to tell about it?
Oct 16, 2020•1 hr 7 min
On today’s Political Trade Secrets Dustin Olson & Sean Bartley break down last night’s Presidential debate, President Trump’s Winning Trojan Horse Debate Strategy, and take your questions.
Oct 15, 2020•1 hr 21 min
