Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff

This is the most powerful interview we have ever had on Angry Americans . After mass shootings in El Paso and Dayton rocked our already fragile nation, Paul Rieckhoff ( @Paul Rieckhoff ) sat down exclusively with a young man that has captivated and inspired America: JT Lewis ( @thejtlewis ). JT Lewis knows more about mass shootings than just about anyone in America. He is the 19-year-old brother o...

This week, the clash of the Democratic political titans finally happened in Detroit. The leading candidates fighting to take on Donald Trump in 2020 battled on two massive nights in Detroit. And Angry Americans is channeling our inner Joe Rogan, Max Kellerman and Tyler Durden and breaking down all the political fighting from a unique, informed and independent viewpoint. Paul Rieckhoff ( @Paul Riec...

This bold new episode of Angry Americans is feeling the need. The neeeeed for speeeeed. As the trailer for the new Top Gun: Maverick movie went viral nationwide, our guest for this episode has felt that need for speed. And the need for service. She was the first female Marine Corps pilot in history to fly the F/A-18 on a combat mission. Marine Fighter Pilot Amy McGrath ( @AmyMcGrathKY ) is running...

Racism is ripping American apart right now. As President Trump doubles-down on his Tweets, and the parties remain deeply divided, Army veteran and renowned activist @PaulRieckhoff breaks it all down from a unique perspective. He adds light to all the heat and brings the 4 I’s: integrity, information, impact and inspiration--and explores the history, the bigger picture and the way forward. He digs...

The heat of summer is here and @PaulRieckhoff takes you through the hottest political and social stories you need to know--and some you may have missed. He breaks down why Megan Rapinoe is one of the most clutch athletes of our time--and why she and the World Cup Champion US Women’s Soccer Team is so important to America’s future. Rieckhoff also tears into a new issue that has him angry--and shoul...

It’s America’s birthday. And there nobody better to spend it with than Army veteran and activist @PaulRieckhoff for a fun and insightful break-down of the latest news from a wild week in politics that culminates with Trump’s unprecedented and controversial July 4th military parade in Washington, DC. But we’re taking it easy this week and keeping it light. And so to celebrate America properly, we’v...

America is right now on the edge of war with Iran. And Angry Americans breaks down what you need to know. What would American military strikes against Iran mean? How would combat unfold? How many might die? In his own unique and powerful style, Paul Rieckhoff ( @PaulRieckhoff ) dissects the issue that has the entire world on edge. The US Army Iraq war veteran examines the harrowing geopolitical ga...

aae12This is Angry Americans on drugs. Paul Rieckhoff ( @PaulRieckhoff ) explores the roller coaster history of the drug reform movement and the rapidly-changing landscape of drug policy with the visionary leader Rolling Stone describes as “the driving force for the legalization of marijuana in America.” As the Presidential candidates and the national political landscape on drugs shift by the day,...

It’s gut check time for America. In this must-hear episode of Angry Americans , Paul Rieckhoff ( @PaulRieckhoff ) breaks down the very latest on the heroic political fight being waged by 9/11 First Responders in Washington for healthcare support. This week, Jon Stewart epitomized what it means to be an Angry America--unloading a scathing and moving testimony that had all of America riveted. Rieckh...

Wes Moore ( @iamWesMoore ) is an inspiring force for good and one of the most exciting and dynamic leaders in America. Wes is a best-selling author, activist, combat veteran and CEO of Robin Hood ( @RobinHoodNYC ). His book, The Other Wes Moore : One Name, Two Fates describes his inspiring rise from inner city Baltimore to a Rhodes Scholarship and is an international phenomenon that will soon be a...

Zainab Salbi ( @ZainabSalbi ) is a survivor of war, a humanitarian trailblazer and an inspiration to millions worldwide. The world-renowned activist, author and thought-leader has appeared on Oprah ten times--and now joins Angry Americans and Paul Rieckhoff ( @PaulRieckhoff ) for a stirring conversation about humanity, surviving adversity and the precarious state of the world. Raised in Baghdad, I...

Legendary Chef and T op Chef Host , Tom Colicchio ( @TomColicchio ) joins Angry Americans and Paul Rieckhoff ( @PaulRieckhoff ) to cook down the powerful intersection of food and politics, his secrets to business success, and how Trump is impacting restaurants nationwide. As America begins Memorial Day weekend and summer of food and politics, Colicchio chops and serves both in the perfect show to...

MSNBC’s Rachel Maddow ( @Maddow ) joins Angry Americans and Paul Rieckhoff ( @PaulRieckhoff ) for a fascinating and intimate conversation like you’ve never heard. Maddow talks candidly with her old friend Rieckhoff about America’s possible war with Iran, what it’s like interviewing the 2020 candidates, her unusual first car, her expertise in mixology, and whether or not she’ll ever run for elected...

This compelling episode of Angry Americans   zeroes in the most urgent issues impacting women in America with one of the nation’s most important leaders for women. The show explores the rise of activists and activism worldwide in the age of Trump. And host Paul Rieckhoff ( @PaulRieckhoff ) takes aim on a new issue that’s got him angry, and will have you angry too: the people intentionally spreadin...

This captivating episode of Angry Americans explores the intersection of celebrity and politics, and features an intimate interview with one of the most beloved Americans of all time. Someone who is shaping the future of entertainment and culture worldwide. And offers listeners a rare peek behind the curtain at elections past--and the upcoming 2020 race for President. Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhof...

This freight-train episode dives into the most important (and overlooked) issues impacting Americans nationwide--spanning movies, sports and music. Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) leverages his unique military, political and media experience to dissect the underreported national security and leadership elements of the Mueller Report, the attacks in Sri Lanka, Trump’s war with the media, the opioid...

In this wild, important and rapid-fire episode, Paul Rieckhoff breaks down Congresswoman Ilhan Omar’s controversial 9/11 comments, Congressman Dan Crenshaw’s outrageous attack on 9/11 FDNY Hero Rob Serra, Mayor Pete Buttigieg’s rapid rise, the Pentagon’s refusal to talk to the media, and how to properly celebrate 4/20. Rieckhoff recounts his 2010 confrontation with Wikileaks Founder Julian Assange...

In a groundbreaking episode, Rieckhoff recaps a wild week of urgent news below the headlines that should make all Americans angry. He dissects what’s wrong with Howard Schultz’s independent candidacy and talks exclusively to 9/11 Hero First-Responder, New York City Firefighter and all-around badass, Rob Serra about the ridiculous fight in Washington he’s leading alongside Jon Stewart and others to...

In this dynamic inaugural episode, Rieckhoff explains the origin and urgency of this innovative new show. He breaks down how Trump’s Wall could jeopardize America’s national security priorities—and how it has now thrust the President into battle with a very unlikely opponent: the Marine Corps. And given the state of affairs in America, even nice guy Willie Geist is angry about something. The belov...

Independent Americans is your trusted, independent source for news, politics, culture and inspiration. It’s a smart, fresh and candid perspective you won’t find anywhere else on the media landscape, hosted by renowned activist, author, social entrepreneur and veteran, Paul Rieckhoff. He breaks down the most important issues facing our country–always with a special focus on national security, forei...