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Making the Argument with Nick Freitas

Green Beret combat veteran Nick Freitas has earned a reputation as a leading advocate for conservative policies and philosophy across the nation. Since Nick began to serve as a Delegate in the Virginia House of Delegates, he has garnered over 100 million views on speeches that he has given in defense of those conservative ideals. In this podcast, Nick dives into the issues, policies, and political philosophies of our time to dissect the arguments presented by the left and to make the case for the conservative values and principles that make up the core of the conservative movement while telling relevant stories from his time in combat in Iraq and giving a behind the scenes look at the legislative process today.

Episodes

How 2020 is Shaping the Next American Revolution

It was just over 5 years ago to the day that the BLM riots started and COVID lockdowns began in full force. The country has been through a lot since 2020, and we are only now beginning to see the full consequences. ----- ⭐ SPONSOR: Ground News Stay fully informed on what’s happening on all things US politics, and more. Subscribe through my link to get 40% off unlimited access on the Vantage Plan and take control of the news you consume. 🔗 Get 40% the Vantage Plan: http://www.ground.news/mta ---...

Jul 01, 20251 hr 51 minSeason 2Ep. 343

Feminism Is Killing Society

"Where have all the good men gone?" Many women, including feminists at the New York Times, are now asking this question. But are they prepared to hear the answer? ----- ⭐ SPONSOR: Young America's Foundation Discover what it means to lead, serve, and stand for something greater than yourself. Middle and high school students can walk the same streets where Conservative Hero and American all-star Ronald Reagan’s character was forged—and leave with a renewed sense of purpose, patriotism, and courage...

Jun 26, 20251 hr 58 minSeason 2Ep. 342

The Postwar Consensus Is Collapsing

For 80 years, Western civilization has operated under a quiet agreement that has shaped our politics, our foreign policy, our economics, and even our moral worldview. So what is the “Postwar Consensus”, why is it starting to unravel, and what could possibly come next? ----- ⭐ SPONSOR: Good Ranchers Serve only the best for your 4th of July celebrations! Over 85% of grass-fed beef sold in U.S. stores is imported, but Good Ranchers offers 100% American-sourced meat, supporting local farms. We eat G...

Jun 24, 20251 hr 44 minSeason 2Ep. 341

Are We Being Dragged Into War?

This episode explores the significant conservative divide on U.S. foreign policy, focusing on the Israel-Iran conflict. Nick Freitas and guests analyze viewpoints from Ted Cruz, Tucker Carlson, Dave Smith, and Lindsey Graham, discussing the spectrum from interventionism to non-intervention. Drawing lessons from past "forever wars" and examining the military-industrial complex, the discussion addresses complex topics like Iran's nuclear program and alternative policy tools, aiming to define a pragmatic America First approach.

Jun 19, 20251 hr 24 minSeason 2Ep. 340

The Utter Hypocrisy of “No Kings”

This weekend, a mob of activists flooded the streets chanting, “No Kings!” and “No Oligarchs!” as if we haven’t been ruled by THEIR kings and THEIR oligarchs for decades. ----- ⭐ SPONSOR: True Classic Their perfectly balanced fit, feel, and price ensure guys look and feel their best. Say goodbye to awkward bunching and tight spots; True Classic offers snugness where you need it and relaxation where you want it. It's time to upgrade your wardrobe essentials with intentionality and comfort. 🔗 BUN...

Jun 17, 20251 hr 25 minSeason 2Ep. 339

Can Democrats Win Back Young Men?

Democrats are planning a massive ad campaign of tens of millions of dollars to win back young men. But can they really turn things around with this group, or are young men finished with Progressivism? ----- ⭐ SPONSOR: Young America's Foundation Discover what it means to lead, serve, and stand for something greater than yourself. Middle and high school students can walk the same streets where Conservative Hero and American all-star Ronald Reagan’s character was forged—and leave with a renewed sen...

Jun 12, 20251 hr 18 minSeason 2Ep. 338

Is Trump About To Destroy The Mexican Economy?

LA is burning. The left seems to be supporting it, the press tells us it's just another “mostly peaceful protest” with flames in the background, and NOW the president of Mexico appears to be threatening Trump. Today, we are going to discuss not only the riots but also make predictions on the specific ways Trump might punish Mexico for what is looking like a coordinated rebellion on US soil. ----- ⭐ SPONSOR: True Classic Their perfectly balanced fit, feel, and price ensure guys look and feel thei...

Jun 10, 20251 hr 55 minSeason 2Ep. 337

Trump Vs Elon: What Is Actually Going On…

Are Trump and Elon now at odds? That is the question we will discuss today on this episode of Making the Argument. ----- ⭐ SPONSOR: Young America's Foundation Discover what it means to lead, serve, and stand for something greater than yourself. Middle and high school students can walk the same streets where Conservative Hero and American all-star Ronald Reagan’s character was forged—and leave with a renewed sense of purpose, patriotism, and courage to make a difference in your community. 🔗 Lear...

Jun 05, 20251 hr 20 minSeason 2Ep. 336

What We've Learned Through 26 Years of Marriage

Tina and I just got back from a vacation celebrating our wedding anniversary. Here’s some of the things we’ve learned over the past 26 years of being together. Today, we’re going to talk about how marriage has changed since the 90s, what the keys are to a successful long-term marriage, and what advice we would give to young couples looking to get married today. ----- ⭐ SPONSOR: Young America's Foundation Discover what it means to lead, serve, and stand for something greater than yourself. Middle...

Jun 03, 20251 hr 37 minSeason 2Ep. 335

Is The West Past The Point Of No Return? w/ Tom Bilyeu

Is it even possible for the Left and the Right to talk to one another anymore? Are we living in economically tragic times? Will there be an inevitable collapse of the West, and can we do anything about any of it? Tom Bilyeu has thought a great deal about these questions, and the answers he's come to might surprise you. ----- ⭐ SPONSOR: True Classic Their perfectly balanced fit, feel, and price ensure guys look and feel their best. Say goodbye to awkward bunching and tight spots; True Classic off...

May 29, 202547 minSeason 2Ep. 334

The Dark Past AND Future of the Sexual Revolution

The Sexual Revolution has been hailed as one of the most liberating and inspirational quests for equality and justice in our lifetimes. But what if that isn't true? What if its origins and objectives are much darker? Today we discuss this question with Dr. Jennifer Morse and ask what the Sexual Revolution actually is, what it seeks to do, and what happens next. ----- ⭐ SPONSOR: Good Ranchers Over 85% of grass-fed beef sold in U.S. stores is imported, but Good Ranchers offers 100% American-source...

May 27, 20251 hr 41 minSeason 2Ep. 333

The Four Principles of America First Foreign Policy

Neoconservatism is on its way out, but what is going to replace it? Here are the four key pillars that should form the basis of an America First foreign policy. ----- ⭐ SPONSOR: True Classic Unlock the secret to looking effortlessly stylish with True Classic. Their perfectly balanced fit, feel, and price ensure guys look and feel their best. Say goodbye to awkward bunching and tight spots; True Classic offers snugness where you need it and relaxation where you want it. It's time to upgrade your ...

May 22, 20251 hr 9 minSeason 2Ep. 332

Why Congress Refuses to Act

Conservatives won. We have the trifecta. So why is it starting to feel like we lost? DOGE is cutting waste. Trump is signing Executive Orders. But Congress? Congress is doing… nothing. ----- ⭐ SPONSOR: Good Ranchers Over 85% of grass-fed beef sold in U.S. stores is imported, but Good Ranchers offers 100% American-sourced meat, supporting local farms. We eat Good Ranchers every single day and we know you'll love it. 🔗 Use PROMO CODE NICK for FREE MEAT & $40 OFF: https://go.goodranchers.com/n...

May 20, 20251 hr 42 minSeason 2Ep. 331

Why The Right Is Afraid To Wield Power

Last time, we tackled the rise of the so-called “Woke Right”—and you wanted more. So today, we’re diving deeper. Because not everyone using postliberal arguments fits that label. Think Carl Benjamin, Matt Walsh, Auron MacIntyre. What exactly are they arguing? And do they have a point? Let’s break down the three big claims for why the Right is afraid to wield power. ----- ⭐ SPONSOR: Young America's Foundation Discover what it means to lead, serve, and stand for something greater than yourself. Mi...

May 15, 20251 hr 20 minSeason 2Ep. 330

The Conservative Civil War Has Begun

It’s happening. The conservative movement is splitting right down the middle. On one side, you’ve got the postliberals, nationalists, and traditionalists who say it’s time to drop the mask, use state power, and finally fight the Left for real. And on the other side are the classical liberals and libertarians, warning that once you abandon principle, you’ve already lost. They call it the “Woke Right.” But is that label fair, or is it just a desperate attempt to control the Right? ----- ⭐ SPONSOR:...

May 13, 20251 hr 7 minSeason 2Ep. 329

Raising your Sons to be Dangerous Men

I recently spoke at a homeschool convention in South Carolina where I talked about raising sons. Many of these ideas I advocate for are controversial in our modern times. But when we look at the state of masculinity in America and the West, do we want to go with what is popular or what works? ----- ⭐ SPONSOR: True Classic Unlock the secret to looking effortlessly stylish with True Classic. Their perfectly balanced fit, feel, and price ensure guys look and feel their best. Say goodbye to awkward ...

May 08, 20251 hr 15 minSeason 2Ep. 328

The 3 Reasons China is About to Implode

Perhaps no country has experienced the sort of growth of China. From losing 40 million people to famine, purges, and state-sanctioned murder to becoming one of the greatest exporters on earth with the second largest economy in the world in less than six decades is phenomenal, to say the least. This has led many to understandably conclude that it is only a matter of time before China surpasses the United States as the premier economic and military power. But is it true? Today, we will review 3 in...

May 06, 20251 hr 46 minSeason 2Ep. 327

Trump's First 100 Days

The first 100 days of the Trump administration are complete. Nick was invited to the White House to conduct interviews with members of the administration, ranging from Counter Terrorism and Immigration, to speaking with the DOGE team that uncovered major issues with Social Security Numbers being given to non-citizens at record numbers. Here’s what they had to say. ----- 🎁 GET YOUR MERCH HERE: https://shop.nickjfreitas.com/ 🤝 BECOME A MEMBER OF THE IC: https://NickJFreitas.com Instagram: www.in...

May 01, 202546 minSeason 2Ep. 326

Soldier of the Year Kicked out of the Guard

Imagine being a decorated veteran of the 82nd Airborne Division, the soldier of the year for the Virginia National Guard, the very guy that the Guard sends all over the country competing, only to find out that you are being forced out. Why? All over one word. ----- ⭐ SPONSOR: American Financing American Financing has helped hundreds of thousands of homeowners create meaningful savings. Give them a call today at 888-961-4143. NMLS 182334, www.nmlsconsumeraccess.org 🔗 Check out how much you could...

Apr 29, 202546 minSeason 2Ep. 325

The 2000 Year Old Prediction of America’s Future

Everyone agrees the system is broken—we just can’t agree on why. But what if the real problem isn’t new at all? What if we’re just trapped in a 2,000-year-old prediction that ends the same way every time: with mobs, tyrants, and the collapse of everything we thought was permanent? ----- ⭐ SPONSOR: True Classic Unlock the secret to looking effortlessly stylish with True Classic. Their perfectly balanced fit, feel, and price ensure guys look and feel their best. Say goodbye to awkward bunching and...

Apr 24, 20251 hr 28 minSeason 2Ep. 324

The Answer to Moms Demand Action

Moms Demand Action is one of the most active and viral anti-gun groups in America. They regularly lobby, march, and demand that you give up your guns to make our country “safer.” Today's guest is not having it. She is tired of MDA presuming to speak for all women and mothers, and she is telling a very different story about our Second Amendment rights. ----- ⭐ SPONSOR: Good Ranchers Good Ranchers offers 100% American meat, protecting you from tariff-related price increases and their vacuum-sealed...

Apr 22, 202546 minSeason 2Ep. 323

The Media Sides with Deported Wife Beater

Democrats just found their new ace in the hole against Donald Trump, and it involves taking the side of an illegal immigrant from El Salvador. What happened with the case of Kilmar Ábrego García, did the Trump administration do anything wrong, and why are Democrats staking so much on this political fight? ----- ⭐ SPONSOR: American Financing It seems there was an error while trying to access the uploaded files. Could you please provide the necessary details about the campaign, such as the company...

Apr 17, 20251 hr 32 minSeason 2Ep. 322

Will America Get a Caesar?

Will America get a Caesar? And… do we deserve one? ----- ⭐ SPONSOR: Good Ranchers It seems there was an issue retrieving details from the uploaded files. Could you please provide any additional information about the company and the advertising campaign mission or talking points? This will help me craft the appropriate ad copy for the podcast description. 🔗 https://go.goodranchers.com/nickfreitas ----- 🎁 GET YOUR MERCH HERE: https://shop.nickjfreitas.com/ 🤝 BECOME A MEMBER OF THE IC: https://N...

Apr 15, 20252 hr 6 minSeason 2Ep. 321

Is The Pope Woke?

Is the Pope Woke? There have been many off-the-cuff statements uttered by the Pope that would seem to suggest that he is a lot more Left-wing than Pope John Paul or Benedict, but is it true that the Pope allowed an idol in the Vatican or reversed church teaching on homosexuality? Is the vast majority of the reporting being manipulated by the media, or is the truth somewhere in between? ----- ⭐ SPONSOR: American Financing American Financing has helped hundreds of thousands of homeowners create me...

Apr 10, 20251 hr 21 minSeason 2Ep. 320

Is Trump Saving Us From A Great Depression?

Everyone thinks Trump’s tariffs will crash the economy, but what if the economy’s already fake and he’s just the first guy to admit it? Is Trump causing a recession, or is he the only one trying to stop the next Great Depression? ----- ⭐ SPONSOR: Good Ranchers If you're concerned about not eating enough protein, Good Ranchers has you covered! 🔗 Get $40 off your order today: https://go.goodranchers.com/nickfreitas ----- 🎁 GET YOUR MERCH HERE: https://shop.nickjfreitas.com/ 🤝 BECOME A MEMBER OF...

Apr 08, 20251 hr 56 minSeason 2Ep. 319

Is Trump Breaking The System?

Is Trump about to break the system with tariffs, and does the system actually need breaking to begin with? ----- ⭐ SPONSOR: True Classic Unlock the secret to looking effortlessly stylish with True Classic. Their perfectly balanced fit, feel, and price ensure guys look and feel their best. Say goodbye to awkward bunching and tight spots; True Classic offers snugness where you need it and relaxation where you want it. It's time to upgrade your wardrobe essentials with intentionality and comfort. �...

Apr 03, 20251 hr 46 minSeason 2Ep. 318

Young Men Are Beginning To Revolt

We are entering an unprecedented political era. 20-year-old men are now the most conservative demographic in America. So why has this happened, and what does it mean for the country going forward? ----- ⭐ SPONSOR: Good Ranchers Subscribe to any Good Ranchers box and use code NICK to enjoy $25 off your first purchase and free express shipping. Experience premium meats delivered right to your doorstep. High-quality, hormone-free steaks and bacon await, making every meal a gourmet experience at hom...

Apr 01, 20252 hr 2 minSeason 2Ep. 317

Explaining the Left’s Tesla Terrorism Problem

In just one week, the Left went from railing about the price of eggs to firebombing Teslas. What’s going on with the spike in Left-wing violence, what’s driving, it and how should the Right respond? ----- ⭐ SPONSOR: True Classic Upgrade your wardrobe with True Classic! Their shirts are designed to highlight your best features, with a tailored fit that flatters the arms and chest while keeping things comfy around the midsection. Affordable and stylish, True Classic offers bundles on top-selling t...

Mar 27, 20251 hr 18 minSeason 2Ep. 316

Should Trump Ignore The Courts?

Trump has called for the impeachment of a judge who recently ruled the administration had to re-import some illegal immigrants back into the country. Today, we will discuss some of the most ridiculous judicial opinions issued against the President and what Trump should do about the problem of Left-wing judicial activism. ----- ⭐ SPONSOR: Good Ranchers Spring into action with Good Ranchers and make a real impact! Support our American farmers and get 100% American-sourced meat, free from antibioti...

Mar 25, 20251 hr 19 minSeason 2Ep. 315

Is Education Dead?

Trump may be on the verge of finally dismantling the Department of Education…some are celebrating, some are mourning…but what happens next? What does the world without the DOE look like? ----- ⭐ SPONSOR: Good Ranchers With over 140,000 family farms lost since 2017, your choice makes a difference. Enjoy meat free from antibiotics, added hormones, and seed oils. Get $40 off and free meat for a year with code Nick. A portion of your purchase supports Paralyzed Veterans of America. Let's uphold Amer...

Mar 20, 20251 hr 17 minSeason 2Ep. 314
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