Liberty Spenders™

In this episode, hosts Kurt and Kristen Luidhardt welcome Paul Johnson, owner of Republican Red Winery. Uncover Paul’s captivating journey - from his family's historic vineyards to creating a bold, purpose-driven brand that unites conservatives over fine wine and meaningful conversations. Paul shares his family's rich history in winemaking, the obstacles he faced during the 2020 election, and his...

Join hosts Kurt and Kristen Luidhardt as they explore the remarkable journey of Pete Leonard, the visionary founder of I Have a Bean, a company that’s redefining coffee excellence while providing second chances to those who need them most. In this episode, Kurt and Kristen discuss how Pete transformed a backyard hobby into a revolutionary business that not only produces top-tier coffee but also of...

Join hosts Kurt and Kristen Luidhardt as they sit down with the multifaceted Dr. Mark Young, host of the Blunt Force Truth podcast, advertising and marketing expert, and Guinness World Record holder. Dr. Young's journey from professional race car driving to building successful retail brands offers a treasure trove of insights. Discover the importance of niche marketing in crowded categories and th...

Join Kurt and Kristen Luidhardt as they sit down with JD Norman, President of Active Engagement, to explore the challenges and opportunities of marketing to conservative and faith-based consumers. With a wealth of experience for leading brands like DailyWire, Babylon Bee, Turning Point, and PragerU, JD shares invaluable insights on building resilient, "uncancellable" brands that thrive amidst soci...

Hosts Kurt and Kristen Luidhardt sit down with Seth Weathers, the trailblazing founder of Conservative Dad’s Ultra Right Beer, to explore how a misstep by Bud Light created a golden opportunity. Seth shares the dramatic impact of Bud Light’s controversial marketing decision, which resulted in a $27 billion market value loss for the brand and opened the door for Ultra Right Beer to achieve over $1...

Kurt and Kristen Luidhardt are joined by Jeff Kruszyna, founder of JMK Victory, and Mike Koziarski, co-founder of American Data, who are seasoned experts in Republican politics, direct mail fundraising, and direct response data. Together, they explore the synergy between direct mail and digital channels, the critical role of precise audience targeting, and the surprising power of simplicity and my...

Hosts Kurt and Kristen Luidhardt sit down with the brilliant Matt Oczkowski, President of HuMn Behavior. Matt, a data science expert who played a pivotal role in the Trump campaigns of 2016 and 2020, shares insider secrets from his journey through political data science to pioneering new commercial consumer targeting. They explore the vital role of data-driven decision making in both political cam...

Kurt and Kristen Luidhardt sit down with Ryan Coyne - the entrepreneurial force behind We the People Wine and CEO of Starboard, a conglomerate of view-driving, interest grabbing publications. This episode packs a punch, as Ryan shares his extensive experience in digital agencies, publishing, and consumer brands. Listen as he unpacks the success story of We The People Wine, from inception to sellin...

Kurt and Kristen Luidhardt sit down with award-winning pollster, Amanda Iovino of WPA Intelligence, a leading politically conservative data and polling firm, to discuss exactly what a ‘Liberty Spender’ is, how we identify them, and how to market to them. Along with identifying and defining the audience, Amanda busts myths and commonly held misconceptions about this critical audience regarding ideo...

In this episode, hosts Kurt and Kristen Luidhardt sit down with award-winning entrepreneur, Chris Turner, CEO of Patriot Grassroots and Board Member of Patriot Mobile. Dive deep into the burgeoning Patriot economy, where businesses are not just surviving, but thriving, by aligning with strong conservative values. Chris reveals his lessons learned while serving on the board of Patriot Mobile, a tel...

Join Kurt and Kristen in this captivating episode as they sit down with Jeremy Gee, President and Partner of Patriot Brands, who recently made headlines by selling an astounding 50,000 Pledge of Allegiance T-shirts in just one month. With a rich background in product development and extensive experience in the survival and marketing industries, Jeremy shares his expert strategies that can help you...

Join hosts Kurt and Kristen Luidhardt for another insightful episode of the Liberty Spenders podcast, where we explore the potent impact of customer understanding and referrals in building long-term business success. This week, we're excited to welcome Paul Dietzel, founder of Anedot, who shares his expert strategies on leveraging referrals to enhance customer loyalty within the faith-based conser...

Join Kurt and Kristen, founders of Liberty Spenders, in a masterclass of a concept from their Liberty Spenders program called “the 5 P’s” that will guide listeners through the 5 Ps process: People, Positioning, Passion, Proof, and Product Launch. The first P, people, emphasizes understanding the motivations and values of the Liberty Spenders audience. The second P, positioning, explores three stra...

Join Kurt and Kristen, founders of Liberty Spenders, on the very first release of their groundbreaking podcast that unveils the secrets to tapping into the immense potential of the faith-based conservative market. With an estimated $5 trillion in annual spending power, this loyal and engaged consumer base represents a golden opportunity for businesses seeking rapid growth and increased customer lo...