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American Political Paradise

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American Political Paradise is a unapologetic podcast about politics and how it impacts everyone from myself to you to the government. However, this podcast will feature episodes on many different aspects of American Federal government as we know today. This will try to spread the accurate news and political information or news stories relating to American Politics. The goal is to keep you informed on the latest scandals, stories, and events within U.S. Politics accordingly to factual sources.
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Understanding The Roles & Functions of The FBI

What does the principal investigative arm of the U.S. Department of Justice aka the F.B.I. do? How does the Federal Bureau of Investigation or FBI protect the American people & uphold the constitution of the United States? The links below are relevant to the FBI & its role in protecting the American people: https://scientificorigin.com/what-exactly-does-the-fbi-do-a-detailed-overview-of-the-fbis-roles-and-functions#google_vignette https://www.fbi.gov/ https://www.fbi.gov/about/mission ht...

May 28, 202537 minSeason 2Ep. 20

A deep dive into Ukraine & The Budapest Memorandum with Andy Semotiuk

In this episode, Andy Semotiuk and I discuss the history behind the Russia-Ukraine conflict and the significance of the 1994' Budapest Memorandum. And what exactly happened at the February 28th, 2025 White House meeting between President Trump & Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy? Andy Semotiuk's website: https://www.myworkvisa.com/ Andy Semotiuk's Forbes.com Articles Link: https://www.forbes.com/sites/andyjsemotiuk/ Andy Semotiuk is on the following social media platforms: LinkedIn Fac...

May 02, 202543 minSeason 2Ep. 19

What are the Implications of Dismantling the Department of Education?

President Trump's Executive Order was signed on Thursday, March 20, 2025 and aimed to dismantle the Department of Education. If this plan proceeds, I believe that the American educational system will go through major changes. Will Congress pass legislation eliminating the Department of Education? Introduction & ending song credits: "Evening Melodrama" Kevin MacLeod ( incompetech.com ) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ http...

Mar 28, 202533 minSeason 2Ep. 18

What will Kamala Harris's next move in U.S. Politics be?

Former Vice President Kamala Harris has a lot to think about in regards to her future in United States Politics after losing the November 5th, 2024 Presidential election. Will she run for California Governor in 2026 or run for President in 2028? Below are the links related to this episode: https://www.cnn.com/2024/12/15/politics/kamala-harris-future-2028-california-governor/index.html https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5141391-kamala-harris-democratic-frontrunner-for-california-governor-in-20...

Feb 18, 202537 minSeason 2Ep. 17

Understanding The National Debt & Economic Strategies with U.S. House Candidate Josh Weil

Josh Weil is running in a special election to the U.S. House to represent Florida's 6th Congressional District. Florida's 6th Congressional District is holding a Democratic primary on January 28th, 2025. The general election for Florida's 6th Congressional District will be on April 1st, 2025. Here are links relevant to Josh Weil's campaign: https://www.joshweil.us/ https://ballotpedia.org/Joshua_Weil https://www.govtrack.us/congress/members/FL/6 Below are Josh Weil's Social Media Handles: Facebo...

Jan 21, 202537 minSeason 2Ep. 16

After the Ballot: Unpacking the 2024 United States Presidential Outcome

On November 5th, 2024 or election day in the United States Former President Donald Trump won the Electoral College & The White House. Trump received 312 electoral college votes compared to Kamala Harris who received 226 electoral college votes. Here are the links to the articles used in this episode: Live election results maps: President, Senate, and Congressional races | FOX 2 Detroit Presidential Election 2024 Live Results: Donald Trump wins What happens between now and Inauguration Day | ...

Dec 28, 202433 minSeason 2Ep. 15

Behind The Ballot: Elias Marty on U.S. Politics & The 2024 Race

Elias Marty is an registered independent voter wanting to talk about the 2024' Presidential election, U.S. politics, and Israel. He will call out Democrats, Republicans, independents, and third parties for hypocrisy in politics. Elias has his own podcast called Politically High-tech. Link to Politically High-tech podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/politically-high-tech/id1494737668 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2308824 Links to Elias's social media handles: https://www.facebook.com/Elia...

Oct 15, 202453 minSeason 2Ep. 14

The Expensive & Evolving Nature of A.I. with Jonathan Ocasio

Jonathan Ocasio has had an extensive career centered on the integration of Cyber security data analytics, and the ways Artificial Intelligence has impacted our society. Jonathan has completed a Master's degree in Cyber security to receive more knowledge and further understanding of digital threats and defense mechanisms. He is interested in the different ways A.I. has changed our societal structures and norms in our civilization. Here are links to his website & Youtube channel: https://insid...

Aug 27, 202443 minSeason 2Ep. 13

Who will Kamala Harris choose to be her running mate?

President Biden dropped out of the 2024' Presidential race on July 21st, 2024 & endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris to be the new Democratic Presidential nominee. Kamala Harris secured enough votes on August 2nd, 2024 to be the Democratic nominee for President through a virtual roll call with all of the Democratic convention delegates. Harris is expected to announce her running mate pick in Philadelphia on August 6th, 2024. Introduction & ending song credits: "Evening Melodrama" Kevin ...

Aug 05, 202458 minSeason 2Ep. 12

Senator Bob Menendez: Guilty of Corruption-Time to step down

A jury on July 16th found Democratic Senator Bob Menendez Guilty on all 16 counts that include: bribery, extortion, wire fraud, obstruction of justice, and acting as a foreign agent. Numerous Senate Democrats renewed their calls for Menendez to step down from the U.S. Senate today. Will Senator Menenedez resign or will he be expelled from the Senate? Links to articles used in this episode: https://www.cnn.com/2024/07/16/politics/bob-menendez-verdict/index.html https://www.cnn.com/2024/07/16/poli...

Jul 16, 202434 minSeason 2Ep. 11

The Fallout: Trump's Guilty Verdict & its impact

Former President Donald Trump was found guilty on all 34 counts in his New York hush money trial on May 30th, 2024. Trump will be sentenced on July 11th, 2024 in the New York state courthouse. Could Trump be sentenced to jail or even Prison? We will find out on July 11th. This episode was recorded on June 6th, 2024. Links to articles used in this episode: https://www.politico.com/news/2024/05/30/read-verdict-sheet-trump-trial-00160870?cid=apn https://thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/4695467-...

Jun 09, 202436 minSeason 2Ep. 10

Defending Leadership: The House's Stand for Speaker Johnson

The House of Representatives strongly rejected a measure by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene to effectively oust House Speaker Mike Johnson with a vote of 359-43-7. So for now Speaker Johnson's gavel & speakership are both effectively safe against threats from members of the majority party. Introduction song credits: "Evening Melodrama" Kevin MacLeod ( incompetech.com ) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ https://incompetech.com/...

May 09, 202428 minSeason 2Ep. 9

Pennsylvania's Senate showdown: Can Casey Jr. & McCormick outpace the Biden-Trump Factor?

Pennsylvania's April 23rd, 2024 primary election made it official that the incumbent U.S. Democratic Senator Bob Casey Jr. will face off against his Republican opponent David McCormick in Pennsylvania's Senate race on November 5th, 2024. Can Bob Casey & McCormick outrun & outpace Biden & Trump? This episode was recorded on April 28th, 2024 Introduction & ending song credits: "Evening Melodrama" Kevin MacLeod ( incompetech.com ) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 ...

Apr 30, 202445 minSeason 2Ep. 8

In the ring: Should Trump & Biden spar in a Presidential Debate?

It is a customary tradition for the two major party Presidential nominees during an election cycle to participate in two to three Presidential debates. So the question is will President Joe Biden & Former President Donald Trump spar in a Presidential Debate before election day or November 5th, 2024. This episode was recorded on April 15th, 2024. Introduction & ending song credits: "Evening Melodrama" Kevin MacLeod ( incompetech.com ) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Li...

Apr 16, 202437 minSeason 2Ep. 7

Who won Ohio's Republican U.S. Senate Primary?

Bernie Moreno, an Ohio Republican U.S, Senate candidate won Ohio's Republican U.S. Senate primary on Tuesday March 19th, 2024 in a three-way GOP primary race. Moreno will go up against the Ohio incumbent U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown in November of this year on November 5th, 2024 as Senator Brown is seeking a fourth term in the United States Senate. Introduction & ending song credits: "Evening Melodrama" Kevin MacLeod ( incompetech.com ) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licen...

Mar 23, 202437 minSeason 2Ep. 6

Mitch McConnell is stepping down as Senate GOP leader in November

Kentucky U.S. Senator & Senate GOP leader Mitch McConnell will be stepping down as Senate GOP leader this November of 2024'. Who are the possible Republican Senators that might end up replacing McConnell as the next Senate GOP leader? Here are the resources relevant to this episode: https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/4494536-mcconnell-to-step-down-as-senate-gop-leader/ https://www.cnn.com/videos/politics/2024/02/28/mitch-mcconnell-senate-republican-leader-step-down-ip-vpx.cnn https://thehil...

Mar 08, 202436 minSeason 2Ep. 5

Senator Joe Manchin is not running for President in 2024'

There were rumors for quite some time that Senator Joe Manchin a Democratic Senator of West Virginia was going to run for President this year as a third party or an independent presidential candidate. Now Senator Joe Manchin has put those rumors aside by announcing he is not running for President in 2024'. Introduction & ending song credits: "Evening Melodrama" Kevin MacLeod ( incompetech.com ) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by...

Feb 17, 202426 minSeason 2Ep. 4

Antone Wilson explains "The Fourth Turning Theory"

What is "The Fourth Turning Theory"? How is this theory developed by William Strauss & Neil Howe related to & intertwined with American Politics? Here is the link to Antone Wilson's performance company: https://hyperspeed-usa.com/ Here are Antone Wilson's social media handles: https://www.linkedin.com/in/antone-wilson-0b5b38179 https://www.facebook.com/Antonegwilson https://www.instagram.com/antonegwilson/ https://youtube.com/@HyperSpeed?si=oCS5EQcseXAQUNPu https://medium.com/@coachwilso...

Feb 04, 202445 minSeason 2Ep. 3

Update on who is running for President in 2024'

Who are the candidates that are running for President in 2024'? Are Americans familiar with all of the Presidential candidates running for President in 2024'? Introduction & ending song credits: "Evening Melodrama" Kevin MacLeod ( incompetech.com ) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Here are links relevant to each segment: 1st segment: https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/2024-elections/presidential-candidates-tracker https://t...

Jan 26, 202434 minSeason 2Ep. 2

A sneak peek of what will happen in U.S. politics in 2024'

This is the year voters in the United States will vote in the Presidential primary nominating process as well as in the 2024' Presidential election that is on November 5th, 2024. Will the 2024' presidential election be between Former President Trump & current President Joe Biden? Introduction & ending song credits: "Evening Melodrama" Kevin MacLeod ( incompetech.com ) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Here are links re...

Jan 08, 202437 minSeason 2Ep. 1

What is NATO & who are its members?

Congress approved a bill this week that bans any American President from unilaterally withdrawing from NATO. What is NATO? NATO is the North Atlantic Treaty Organization. In NATO, as of 2023' there are currently 31 members within NATO. Here below are links to resources used in this episode: 1st segment: https://thehill.com/homenews/4360407-congress-approves-bill-barring-president-withdrawing-nato/ 2nd segment: https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=gHnC7gWrPmrKgQVk&v=snXhtOpSXtI&feature=youtu....

Dec 15, 202338 minSeason 1Ep. 110

California U.S. Senate Candidate Denice Gary-Pandol discusses California & U.S politics

Denice Gary-Pandol is running as a Republican in 2024' in California for the late Senator Dianne Feinstein's Senate seat. If elected to the U.S. Senate Denice aspires to ending California's water crisis, delivering school choice for all children, as well as supporting energy independence in the United States. Denice discusses TikTok and how we should ban TikTok, the state of education in California, among other subjects like the rise of antisemitism on college campuses. Here is the link to Denic...

Dec 12, 202340 minSeason 1Ep. 109

A look into the child welfare system with Lance Hillsinger

Lance Hillsinger was a child welfare social worker for 34 years. Lance has two books out on social policy, one is called "Build a Better Bridge: Social Policy for the 21st Century" & the other is called "In Place of The Parent: Inside Child Protctive Services". He has also published a book called "Beyond Amelia: Lesser-Known Women of Yesteryear". His book Beyond Amelia is goes into detail regarding women who are entrepreneurs. Here is the link to Lance Hillsinger's website with more informat...

Nov 24, 202354 minSeason 1Ep. 108

Rep.George Santos will not run for reelection in the House chamber in 2024'

The House of Representatives' Ethics Committee released its scathing & troubling report on November 16th, 2023 on Representative George Santos. That same day Republican Representative George Santos announced he will not run for another two year term or re-election in the House chamber to represent New York's 3rd congressional district. George Santos has been a scandalized politician since he was sworn into office on January 3rd, 2023. Here are links relevant to the 1st segment: https://www.d...

Nov 18, 202352 minSeason 1Ep. 107

A closer look: The Senator Bob Menendez Indictment uncovered

New Jersey Democratic Senator Bob Menendez was indicted or charged on Friday September 22nd, 2023 with corruption offenses for the 2nd time in 10 years. Senator Menendez was indicted on allegations him & his wife accepted more than $600,000 in bribes from a group of New Jersey businessmen on behalf of interests in Egypt. The prosecutors have accused Bob Menendez & his wife Nadine Arslanian of taking in cash, gold bars, a luxury car & a mortgage on their home in return for helping the...

Oct 08, 202346 minSeason 1Ep. 106

Senator Dianne Feinstein passed away on September 28th, 2023

United States Senator Dianne Feinstein passed away or died on evening of September 28th, 2023. She was the first woman mayor of San Francisco, California, first woman to serve as president of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors, the first female Senator from California, first female chair of Senate Rules & Intelligence committees, first woman to serve on Senate Judiciary Committee and the first woman to serve as the top Democrat on the Senate Judiciary Committee. Senator Dianne Feinstein ...

Sep 30, 202344 minSeason 1Ep. 106

What you need to know about House Speaker McCarthy's impeachment inquiry

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) on September 12th, 2023 directed House committees to start a formal impeachment inquiry into President Biden based on the House Republican's investigations of President Joe Biden's family's foreign business dealings & the prosecution of his son Hunter Biden. What is an impeachment inquiry? What happens if the House of Representatives chamber moves from an impeachment inquiry to an impeachment resolution? These questions & other questions regarding ...

Sep 17, 202335 minSeason 1Ep. 104

Part 2 of an exclusive conversation with possible Ohio Gubernatorial candidate Matt Mayer

Matt Mayer is still considering & exploring whether or not to he will run for Governor of Ohio in 2026. In this part of my conversation, we start out by discussing the Republican state central committee Ohio has in Ohio politics. Has Ohio's economy & job sector fully recovered from the 2020 Covid-19 pandemic? Matt Mayer answers that question along with what are his thoughts on how Ohio's governor and administration allow residents in Ohio to have medical freedom. What should the average ...

Sep 09, 202319 minSeason 1Ep. 103

Part 1 of an exclusive conversation with possible Ohio Gubernatorial candidate Matt Mayer

Matt Mayer is still considering & exploring whether or not he will run for Governor of Ohio in 2026. He gives an update on the status of his possible Gubernatorial campaign in 2026'. Matt Mayer believes in Ohio, where the governor speaks so often you get tired of hearing the Governor speak about the modern day statewide political issues. Mayer explains the economic policy often referred to as the "Right to Work", and goes in detail why the Right to Work economic policy is so beneficial to Oh...

Sep 09, 202328 minSeason 1Ep. 102

It's time for Senator Mitch McConnell to retire from the U.S. Senate

Senator Mitch McConnell has been a United States Senator representing the people of Kentucky since 1984. McConnell is currently serving his 7th six year term as a Senator in the U.S. Senate. There are more and more questions arising about his health & ability to serve in the Senate because he has had two incidents this year where he froze up when he was speaking to reporters. Senator McConnell is 81 years old and is one of the least liked & unpopular Senators in the Senate. He is not the...

Sep 04, 202356 minSeason 1Ep. 101
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