The Patriot Project

In this episode of I Choose America , we sit down with Gabriela Puckett, who grew up in communist Cuba before eventually coming to the United States. She shares what life was really like under communism, why so many people risk everything to leave countries like Cuba, and why she believes Americans often take freedom for granted. From government control and shortages to opportunity and freedom in...

What does it really cost to defend a nation? In this episode, Walker and Bracken tell the powerful—and heartbreaking—story of the only 4 Gold Star Family of WW2, the Borgstrom brothers, a Utah family who gave nearly everything during World War II. One by one, the Borgstrom sons answered the call to serve. And one by one, tragedy followed. Their story is one of duty, sacrifice, and the brutal reali...

Jesus declared, “Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid.” For centuries, those words have echoed through history — shaping nations, inspiring leaders, and defining America’s calling. From John Winthrop’s vision aboard the Arbella, to the Declaration of Independence, to Ronald Reagan’s shining city in the Cold War, America has stood as a beacon of hope in a dark...

In this solo episode of The United States of Grit , we dive into the words of Jesus from John 8:32 — “And ye shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” America was founded on truths — not opinions, not shifting political winds, but eternal truths rooted in God’s Word. We’ll explore how those biblical truths shaped our Founding Fathers, why nations that abandon truth collapse into ty...

When COVID mandates came down, Michelle Tanner didn’t just comply — she stood up, spoke out, and paid the price. In this episode of The United States of Grit , Walker sits down with Michelle Tanner, a conservative city councilwoman from St. George, Utah, who lost her job for refusing to back down during the pandemic. She shares what it cost her, what she learned, and why she still believes in figh...

On this explosive Independence Day episode of The United States of Grit , Walker and Bracken dive deep into the most courageous document ever written: the Declaration of Independence . But this isn't a history class — it's a war story. You’ll hear: The oppressive road that led to rebellion — from the Stamp Act to the Boston Massacre , Tea Party , and the Intolerable Acts The fiery pen of...

In just two minutes, Abraham Lincoln delivered a speech that changed the soul of a nation. In this episode of The United States of Grit , Walker and Bracken break down the power, purpose, and enduring grit behind The Gettysburg Address —delivered on a cold Pennsylvania battlefield in 1863. As cannons still echoed across the country, Lincoln stood before the living and the dead to remind Americans...

Patriotism isn’t dead—but it is under fire. In this episode of The United States of Grit , Walker and Bracken break down what it truly means to love your country, why national pride is at historic lows, and how Ronald Reagan’s timeless words still speak to America’s soul. You’ll hear a bold defense of American values, and a challenge to every listener: stand up, speak out, and remember who we are....

When bullets flew and chaos reigned, one man stood tall. Major Dick Winters parachuted into Normandy with no weapon, no map—just courage. From D-Day to Bastogne, he led Easy Company through the darkest days of WWII with calm, grit, and unshakable honor. In this episode, Walker and Bracken uncover the real story of the humble farm boy who became one of America’s greatest battlefield leaders. This i...

In this episode we take an in-depth, no-holds-barred look at one of America’s most fascinating, controversial, and influential figures—Andrew Jackson. Was he a war hero or a ruthless politician? A defender of democracy or a tyrant? A champion of the common man or an enemy of the oppressed? By the end of this episode, you’ll know why Jackson was seen as a hero by many, a villain by others, and why...

Joined by St. George City Councilwoman Michelle Tanner, we discuss the Author of the Declaration of Independence and 3rd President, Thomas Jefferson. We discuss Jefferson's bravery and grit, and how it has inspired and influenced Michelle in her elected office.  Send us a message

Kylie and I dive into Washington's miraculous victory in Trenton New Jersey. We discuss the miracles that accompanied the Continental Army, and George Washington's leadership and reliance on God that would ultimately save the Revolutionary cause.  Send us a message

The American / Indian Wars was an interesting and hotly contentious time in our nation's history. Jackson and I discuss different events and people during this time of conflict, the rights and wrongs of both sides, and the Grit that is displayed by the different characters of this era.  Send us a message

Considered to many America's first Mountain Man, John Colter lived a life nothing short of adventure.  From the Lewis and Clark Expedition to running for his life from the Blackfeet Indian,  John Colter's story is one of perseverance, stamina, and GRIT. Send us a message

Justin takes us into the ideas and philosophies that stem from the earliest days of Christianity that our Founding Fathers looked to in the formation of our nation.  Send us a message