Patriot Power Podcast: The American Revolution, Independence, and Our Founding Fathers

Episode 62 • My Ancestor Survived 1776: Peter Kern and the Pennsylvania Flying Camp In this episode of Patriot Power Podcast, I share the deeply personal story that reshaped how I understand the American Revolution. Peter Kern, my fifth great-grandfather, served in the Pennsylvania Flying Camp during the most dangerous year of the war, 1776. His service placed him in the chaos of the Battle of Lon...

In Episode 61, the last of 2025, I sit down with Tanner Haas, founder and CEO of FreedomChat, a secure messaging app built around privacy, personal liberty, and the spirit of 1776. We talk about why private communication still matters, how our Founding Fathers would look at the digital world today, and what it means to protect your family, your ideas, and your freedom in an always online world. We...

America isn’t a democracy — and the Founders never intended it to be. In this video, we break down exactly why the United States was designed as a constitutional republic, what Benjamin Franklin meant when he warned “A republic… if you can keep it,” and how the media, schools, and politicians have blurred this essential distinction. You’ll learn: • The real meaning of a republic • Why the Founding...

America isn’t a democracy — and the Founders never intended it to be. In this video, we break down exactly why the United States was designed as a constitutional republic, what Benjamin Franklin meant when he warned “A republic… if you can keep it,” and how the media, schools, and politicians have blurred this essential distinction. You’ll learn: • The real meaning of a republic • Why the Founding...

Welcome Back Patriots! Today I compare now and then, about America being divided - all in under 7 minutes! Think America’s never been this divided? Think again. In this eye-opening episode, I take you inside the fiery debates of 1776 and 1787 — when our Founding Fathers argued, disagreed, and nearly fell apart. Yet somehow, they still built the most enduring nation on Earth. Discover the truth abo...

Welcome Back Patriots! Today I talk about how much (or little) America is divided compared to the founding era, all in under 7 minutes! Think America’s never been this divided? Think again. In this eye-opening episode, I take you inside the fiery debates of 1776 and 1787 — when our Founding Fathers argued, disagreed, and nearly fell apart. Yet somehow, they still built the most enduring nation on...

Welcome Back Patriots! Today I talk about our US Constitution, having its 238th birthday today. ________ ALL links below are clickable within your podcast platform, so enjoy! ________ • ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patriot Power Podcast Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ • ⁠⁠⁠⁠The Young Patriots Series⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Children's Book Series • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email Me⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ti...

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Welcome Back Patriots! Today I talk about George Washington Becoming Our First President ________ ALL links below are clickable within your podcast platform, so enjoy! ________ • ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patriot Power Podcast Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ • ⁠⁠The Young Patriots Series⁠⁠ - Children's Book Series • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email Me⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ • ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok - Patriot Power Free...

Welcome Back Patriots! Today I talk about The Bombardment & Evacuation of Boston Episode 56 • Boom Over Boston: The Cannon Clash That Shook the Revolution Show Note VIDEOS: Boston Evacuation Battle For Boston Show Note LINKS: Boston Bombardment Siege of Boston - Mount Vernon _________ ALL links below are clickable within your podcast platform, so enjoy! ________ • ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patriot Po...

Welcome Back Patriots! Today I talk about The Burning of Norfolk. Don't forget to enter for your chance to win a copy of my first book, "George Washington - Brave & True" from my new children's book series, " The Young Patriots Series ." Episode 55 • The Burning of Norfolk - Flames of Revolt Show Note Videos: The Burning of Norfolk The Burning of Norfolk - River Edu...

Join me for a fascinating conversation with acclaimed author Kostya Kennedy , as we dive into his newest book,  The Ride: Paul Revere and the Night That Saved America . Discover the untold stories behind  Paul Revere’s Midnight Ride , his role in the  American Revolution , and why his legendary journey still matters today. We explore the man behind the myth, the historical impact of that pivotal n...

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Welcome Back Patriots! Today I share a song that I created as part of the Revolutionary Rhythms Music page, which is music about the Revolutionary War. I couldn't find specific songs about founding fathers or battles, so I created my own! We have 5 or so on the website, with more being added frequently. There will be more songs posted as podcast episodes in between main episodes, and I hope you en...

Welcome Back Patriots! Today I talk about a battle that isn't well known or talked about, but was very significant and the length of the battle will shock you! Please take poll or email your answer to my question in this podcast. Episode 51 • Battle at Moore's Creek Bridge Show Note Videos: History at High Noon Battle Timeline Good Summary of Battle Show Note Links: ⁠American Battlefield Trust⁠ Br...

Today I talk about two amazing and different men, Lighthorse Harry Lee and Francis Marion, most commonly known as The Swamp Fox. Episode 50 • Freedom Files #13 • LightHorse Harry Lee & The Swamp Fox Welcome Back Patriots! In previous episodes I have discussed the video series called “The Patriot Power Freedom Files” which is available on TikTok, YouTube, X, Instagram and more. All links are li...

Episode 49 • Freedom Files #12• The Man Who Terrorized Patriots, Claudius Smith Today I talk about a man who terrorized many Patriots in NY and NJ, and I'm guessing you have never heard of him. Welcome Back Patriots! In previous episodes I have discussed the video series called “The Patriot Power Freedom Files” which is available on TikTok, YouTube, X, Instagram and more. All links are listed belo...

Hello Fellow Patriots! Marquis de Lafayette was a French military hero and political leader who played a key role in both the American Revolution and the French Revolution.   What happened after he left America? Did he take part in the French Revolution? Why was his Farewell Tour to American in 1824 so important for the United States? I answer these questions, and a lot more, in this Part 2 of 2 c...

Episode 47 • Freedom Files #11 • Banastre Tarleton & the Fierce Battle of Cowpens Welcome Back Patriots! In previous episodes I have discussed the video series called “The Patriot Power Freedom Files” which is available on TikTok, YouTube, X, Instagram and more. All links are listed below.   These videos are short but packed full of historical information on a person, place, battle or other Am...

Episode 46 • Thomas Paine’s Common Sense: A Revolutionary Life and Legacy Welcome Back Patriots! Okay, today, we are going to talk about a man that many have heard of, as well as the remarkable impact his words on parchment had on the entire cause, the civilians and more importantly, the Continental Army itself. I am talking about Thomas Paine.  I will discuss his auspicious beginning, we will div...

Episode 45 • Freedom Files #10 • 10 minutes with Thomas Paine Welcome Back Patriots! In previous episodes I have discussed the video series called “The Patriot Power Freedom Files” which is available on TikTok, YouTube, X, Instagram and more. All links are listed below.   These videos are short but packed full of historical information on a person, place, battle or other American Revolutionary War...

Episode 44 • Freedom Files #9 • Benedict Arnold’s Fiery Attack on Richmond Welcome Back Patriots! In previous episodes I have discussed the video series called “The Patriot Power Freedom Files” which is available on TikTok, YouTube, X, InstaGram and more. All links are listed below.   These videos are short but packed full of historical information on a person, place, battle or other American Revo...

Episode 43 • Freedom Files #8 • Benedict Arnold’s Treacherous March to Quebec Welcome Back Patriots! In previous episodes I have discussed the video series called “The Patriot Power Freedom Files” which is available on TikTok, YouTube, and InstaGram.   These videos are short but packed full of historical information on a person, place, battle or other American Revolutionary War related subject.  ...

Episode 42 • Freedom Files #20 • Presidential Assassinations & Close Calls: From Trump to Kennedy and More Welcome Back Patriots! In previous episodes I have discussed the video series called “The Patriot Power Freedom Files” which is available on TikTok, YouTube, and InstaGram.   These videos are short but packed full of historical information on a person, place, battle or other American Revo...

Episode 41 • Freedom Files #7 • The Legacy of Peyton Randolph: Founding Father and Revolutionary Leader Welcome Back Patriots! In previous episodes I have discussed the video series called “The Patriot Power Freedom Files” which is available on TikTok, YouTube, and InstaGram.   These videos are short but packed full of historical information on a person, place, battle or other American Revolutiona...