We’ve talked a lot about gun violence on Burn the Boats, and how many politicians have ignored common sense solutions. Lax firearm regulations have made guns more accessible than ever, and as a result, communities are suffering. Thankfully, grassroots leaders are taking a stand. Today I wanted to share an episode of Living For We: Keep Ya Head Up. The show highlights how these people are taking matters into their own hands in order to make their streets safer. Guests include organizers, therapis...
Feb 19, 2025•48 min
In a recent speech, Donald Trump suggested reviving a law from the early 1900’s that threatened ten-year jail sentences for anyone defacing a statue. Dara Starr Tucker, host of the All Over The Place Podcast, discusses the racist overtones of this threat. Follow Dara Starr Tucker’s podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-over-the-place-with-dara-starr-tucker/id1616887063 Subscribe to the podcast version of The Ken Harbaugh Show here: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/...
Sep 24, 2024•18 min
Pam Hemphill participated in the J6 Capitol riots, and spent 60 days in prison as a result. She pleaded guilty because, as she says, “I was not a victim…I was a volunteer.” Since then, she has rejected the MAGA movement, and is now actively campaigning for Vice President Harris. Please subscribe to the podcast version of The Ken Harbaugh Show here: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ken-harbaugh-show/id1765198131 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3hlL7kFoGd1KiqSBIdNRX1?si=01f...
Sep 03, 2024•37 min•Season 1Ep. 187
David is a survivor of the Parkland shooting at Marjorie Stoneman Douglas in 2018. Following the attack, he and his classmates founded March for Our Lives, an organization dedicated to ending gun violence in the U.S, and held the largest single day of protest against gun violence in history. Since then, David has become a leader in the fight to end gun violence. He graduated from Harvard this year, and co-founded Leaders We Deserve, an organization that aims to help elect young, progressive cand...
Aug 27, 2024•47 min•Season 1Ep. 186
Olivia Julianna is a Gen-Z digital strategist and activist who has a substantial following online. In this interview, she talks about how Kamala Harris’s candidacy has generated excitement from all sorts of voters. Visit HENSONSHAVING.com/BOATS to pick the razor for you and use code BOATS and you’ll get two years' worth of blades free with your razor–just make sure to add them to your cart. Visit Lumen.me and use code BOATS to get $100 off your Lumen! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega...
Aug 20, 2024•44 min•Season 1Ep. 185
Today, we're sharing an interview Ken did on the David Bellavia Show as a bonus episode. In this interview, Ken and David have a tough but respectful conversation about Trump's comments disparaging the Medal of Honor. David is a conservative and the only surviving recipient of the Medal of Honor from Operation Iraqi Freedom. In the interview, he calls Trump's comments a "horrible statement" that "cheapens the award." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 19, 2024•24 min
Josh McLaurin was JD Vance’s roommate at Yale Law school, and was the recipient of the infamous text from JD Vance where he described Trump as “America’s Hitler”. In this interview, Josh describes how JD has changed into a “completely different person” in an attempt to gain power. Josh McLaurin represents District 51 in the Georgia State House and is running for the state senate. You can learn more about him here. Go to Qualialife.com/BOATS for up to 50% off and use code BOATS at checkout for an...
Aug 13, 2024•51 min•Season 1Ep. 184
Today, we’ve decided to share this powerful episode from the Lincoln Project Podcast. As a result of extremist policies in Texas, Ryan’s wife almost died from a miscarriage. In this interview, Ryan talks about what they went through, and explains how dangerous these policies can be. Big thanks to The Lincoln Project for letting us share this episode. You can follow Rick Wilson at @TheRickWilson on X and subscribe to his Substack at therickwilson.substack.com. Join the fight with Lincoln Project ...
Aug 06, 2024•42 min
Amanda and Ken discuss Kamala Harris’s sudden candidacy, the lackluster response to JD Vance's addition to the Republican ticket, and what this all means for November. Amanda Weinstein previously worked as a Professor of Economics at the University of Akron, where she studied the quality of life in suburban America. She is currently the co-host of the podcast, The Suburban Women Problem. You can find her on twitter at @ProfWeinstein Visit Lumen.me and use code BOATS to get $100 off your Lumen! G...
Jul 30, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 183
This episode was recorded prior to Joe Biden dropping out of the Presidential Race. Nevertheless, Grant's insights are still incredibly relevant, so we're sharing his interview as a bonus episode. Grant Stern is a journalist, radio host, and the executive editor of Occupy Democrats. which creates some of the most widely shared political content on facebook. He’s also a regular on Newsmax, where he challenges Republican talking points. In this interview, Grant discusses the recent SCOTUS decision...
Jul 24, 2024•36 min
Andy Kim represents New Jersey's third congressional district and recently won the Democratic nomination for the state's Senate seat. He's also one of only seven Democrats who won their House elections in districts carried by Trump In this interview, he discusses the challenges of working in Congress and the state of American politics. He highlights the tactics used by some politicians to create chaos and the detrimental effects this has on democracy. Visit Lumen.me and use code BOATS to get $10...
Jul 23, 2024•38 min•Season 1Ep. 182
Leigh McGowan, aka Politics Girl, is known for her kitchen-counter political breakdowns that have helped millions of alienated Americans understand and engage with politics. In this interview, she discusses the recent presidential immunity ruling, explains the stakes of the 2024 election, and gives her take on Joe Biden’s candidacy. To learn more about Leigh and her upcoming book, visit politicsgirl.com. Go to lumen.me/BOATS to get 15% off your Lumen. Go to Qualialife.com/BOATS for up to 50% off...
Jul 16, 2024•52 min•Season 1Ep. 181
Joe Walsh represented Illinois’ 8th district in the house from 2011 to 2013, and ran against Trump in the 2020 presidential race. He hosts the podcast White Flag with Joe Walsh and has been increasingly critical of the extremism within his former party, as well as the part he played in stoking that extremism. In this interview, Joe and Ken discuss the recent Supreme Court Ruling on Presidential immunity, what’s at stake in November, and concerns about Biden’s ability to succeed. Go to lumen.me/B...
Jul 09, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 180
Lev Parnas worked closely with Rudy Giuliani in the campaign to pressure Ukraine to investigate the Biden family. In this interview, he discusses his transformation and decision to expose the corruption of Donald Trump and his inner circle, power dynamics of the MAGA movement, the potential consequences of Donald Trump's legal troubles, and the role of the media in spreading disinformation. Visit Lumen.me and use code BOATS to get $100 off your Lumen! Head to https://Rhone.com/BOATS and use code...
Jul 02, 2024•50 min•Season 1Ep. 179
Andrew Yang ran for president as a Democrat in 2020 and gained national attention for his massively successful grassroots campaign. He has since left the Democratic party, founded the forward party, and has been an outspoken advocate for reforming America's political system. In this interview, he dives into the most important reforms that America needs, rejecting Trump through the third-party movement, and what the Forward Party is doing to meet these goals. You can hear more from Andrew in his ...
Jun 28, 2024•48 min
Rick Wilson is a former Republican and political strategist and co-founder of the Lincoln project and Resolute Square. He's a vocal critic of Donald Trump and now hosts The Enemies List, a podcast about the threats to American democracy. In this interview, Rick discusses the post-conviction reaction from Trump and his inner circle, Trump's base and the dangerous agenda of the Christian nationalist movement, and the importance of breaking down the divisive narratives created by the MAGA movement....
Jun 25, 2024•53 min•Season 1Ep. 178
Peter Strzok served as Deputy Assistant Director of the FBI's Counterintelligence Division and led the investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election. He was also chief of the division's counter espionage section and is the author of the New York Times bestseller, Compromised Counterintelligence and the Threat of Donald J. Trump. In this interview, Peter explores how the FBI has been affected by the shift in the Republican Party's stance on law enforcement and the rule of law, Dona...
Jun 18, 2024•56 min•Season 1Ep. 176
David Masciotra is an author and journalist. His new book, Exurbia Now, explains how “Exurbia”, the area outside of cities and their suburbs, is becoming the staging ground for radical extremists. In this interview, David discusses how residents of exurbia have become isolated, and how the lack of community leads to radicalization. To listen to our interview with Christian Piccolini, which was mentioned in this episode, click here. Visit Lumen.me and use code BOATS to get $100 off your Lumen! Le...
Jun 11, 2024•46 min•Season 1Ep. 175
On this special D-Day episode of Burn The Boats, host Ken Harbaugh shares his conversation with Medal of Honor winner David Bellavia, who is in Normandy France to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the allied landings. Support Burn The Boats and Against All Enemies here: www.Patreon.com/KenHarbaugh Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 06, 2024•25 min•Season 1Ep. 176
Ron Filipkowski is a former state prosecutor and criminal defense lawyer, and a former Republican. He’s been following Trump’s hush money trial for months, and in this interview, he breaks down the guilty verdict and explains what it could mean for the 2024 election. Head to https://Rhone.com/BOATS and use code BOATS to save 20% off your entire order! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 03, 2024•51 min•Season 1Ep. 175
Professor Federico Finchelstein is an expert on fascism and populism. His new book, The Wannabe Fascists, takes a look at the new global movement of fascists and populists, headed by Trump, Bolsonaro, and Modi, and explains how they’ve adapted the anti-democracy playbook to the modern times. In this interview, Federico dissects the current prevalence of fascist movements across the globe, and explains how Trump now fits the definition of a fascist. Visit Lumen.me and use code BOATS to get $100 o...
May 28, 2024•49 min•Season 1Ep. 174
Lieutenant General Mark Hertling served in the US Army for 38 years, and led over 60,000 soldiers as the Commanding General of the US Army, Europe. He’s an expert on the tactical and political landscape of the War in Ukraine. In this interview, Mark explains what’s standing in Ukraine’s way, why the US needs to help, and how the US political system is fractured, but can be fixed. Find out how you can get a free 30-day supply on bundles of new SuperBeets Heart Chews Advanced and save 15% for a li...
May 21, 2024•51 min•Season 1Ep. 173
Sam Hartwell is a retired Army Colonel who has briefly returned home after 2 years in Ukraine. Based in Kyiv, Sam has been assisting multiple Humanitarian Aid Organizations. In this interview, Sam explains the economic & political implications of the war, dispels some myths about the conflict, and explains why support of Ukraine is crucial. Visit Lumen.me and use code BOATS to get $100 off your Lumen! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 14, 2024•33 min•Season 1Ep. 172
Seth Moulton is a former Marine Corps officer who has represented the 6th congressional district of Massachusetts since 2015. He appears in the film Against All Enemies, where he delivers a prophetic warning about the threats to American Democracy posed by extremist organizations that target and recruit military veterans. In this interview, Rep. Moulton discusses the possibility of authoritarianism in America, the effects of January 6th, and how Democrats could be doing better. Head to https://R...
May 07, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 171
Justin Bibb has been the Mayor of Cleveland since 2022. In this episode, Bibb talks about how President Biden has helped cities across the country, this new generation of Mayors, Cleveland’s struggles, and what is needed for a healthy political system. Head to https://Rhone.com/BOATS and use code BOATS to save 20% off your entire order! Visit Lumen.me and use code BOATS to get $100 off your Lumen! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 30, 2024•42 min•Season 1Ep. 170
Ray Suarez is a longtime broadcaster and journalist who you’ve probably heard on PBS or NPR. In his new book, We are Home, Ray sits down with several recent immigrants to the United States, and through their stories, paints a picture of what these “New Americans” have faced. In this interview, Ray talks about the book, anti-immigrant sentiments, and the history of immigration in the US. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 26, 2024•42 min
Reed Galen is a co-founder of The Lincoln Project and host of the Lincoln Project podcast. He’s an independent political strategist who has spent years advising Fortune 50 companies, and has also worked on several prominent republican campaigns. In this interview, Reed discusses how impactful Lincoln Project ads have been, how Trump has responded to them, and the MAGA movement as a whole. Find out how you can get a free thirty-day supply of new superbeets heart chews advanced and save 15% by goi...
Apr 23, 2024•46 min•Season 1Ep. 169
Bruce Hoffman and Jacob Ware are fellows at the Council on Foreign Relations, and co-authored God, Guns, and Sedition, in which they map the rise of far-right terrorism in the US, and offer ways to counter it. In this interview, they discuss their book, the threat of political violence, the history of far-right groups in the US, and how the 2nd amendment played a significant role in creating them. Vist Lumen.me and use code BOATS to get $100 off your Lumen! Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...
Apr 16, 2024•49 min•Season 1Ep. 168
Dr. Kathleen Belew is a historian and expert on the American white power movement. She’s a professor at Northwestern University and author of Bring the War Home: The White Power Movement and Paramilitary America. You can find Kathleen on Twitter at @Kathleen_Belew, and learn more about her at kathleenbelew.com. Head to https://Rhone.com/BOATS and use code BOATS to save 20% off your entire order! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 09, 2024•48 min•Season 1Ep. 167
John Cohen is an expert on terrorism, counter-intelligence, law enforcement, and homeland security. He served as the acting chief of intelligence at the Department of Homeland Security, and now heads the Center for Internet Security. In this interview, John talks about the rise of domestic terrorism, and how law-enforcement is attempting to counter it. Head to https://Rhone.com/BOATS and use code BOATS to save 20% off your entire order! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoi...
Apr 02, 2024•55 min•Season 1Ep. 166
