America is becoming a nation built on government dependency rather than self reliance, and the shutdown exposed just how deep the crisis goes. In this episode, Professor Nick Giordano breaks down the explosive growth of entitlement programs, the expansion of Medicaid, SNAP, Section 8, and ACA subsidies, and the hidden mechanics of how millions of illegal immigrants access public benefits through household eligibility rules and state funded programs. He exposes the fraud, waste, and abuse costing taxpayers billions, and connects it to the catastrophic failures of a one point four trillion dollar education system that produces students who cannot read, write, or understand their own country. This episode challenges everything you think you know about freedom, responsibility, and the future of America, and explains why a dependent people cannot remain a free people.

Episode Highlights

• How entitlement programs evolved into a massive dependency scheme that now reaches 127 million people
• The truth about mixed status households, imported dependency, and the real cost of illegal immigration to taxpayers
• Why a $1.4 trillion education system is failing and how this failure fuels long term government dependence

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Timestamps

• 00:52 The Government Shutdown: A Political Theater
• 03:11 Dependency on Government: A Growing Concern
• 06:00 The Rise of Entitlement Programs
• 08:48 The Impact of Dependency on Society
• 12:01 The Evolution of Welfare Programs
• 14:57 Fraud and Abuse in Entitlement Programs
• 17:45 The Role of Immigration in Dependency
• 21:07 Education Crisis and Its Consequences
• 23:50 The Future of American Freedom
• 29:54 A Call for Self-Reliance

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In this bonus episode, Professor Nicholas Giordano joins The American Radicals Podcast hosted by FBI whistleblower Steve Friend for a powerful conversation on the rise of bureaucratic power in America. Professor Giordano breaks down how federal agencies have expanded far beyond their constitutional limits, how Congress routinely fails to provide real oversight, and how the deep state uses vague laws and political theater to protect itself. The discussion exposes the consequences of unchecked federal law enforcement, the dangers of labeling ordinary citizens as threats, and the urgent need to reform the system with real accountability, transparency, and the power of the purse.

Episode Highlights

• How federal agencies grew into an unaccountable power center that the founding fathers warned us about.
• Why Congress refuses to challenge abusive agencies and how the Patriot Act opened the door to mass surveillance.
• What real reform looks like, including sunsetting agencies, limiting authority, and ending qualified immunity for federal agents.

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Timestamps

• 00:52 The American Radicals Podcast
• 02:36 The Deep State's Threat to Congress
• 06:34 Options for Federal Law Enforcement Reform
• 12:36 Historical Context of Bureaucratic Abuse
• 18:54 The Role of Politicians in Bureaucratic Power
• 25:01 Legal Justifications for Bureaucratic Actions
• 30:48 Language and Terminology in Government Documents
• 33:35 The Influence of Extremism in Society
• 40:31 The Role of Government and Authoritarianism
• 43:56 Power of the Purse: Defunding Abusive Agencies
• 49:35 Justifying Agency Existence and Transparency
• 55:00 Reforming Bureaucracy and Qualified Immunity

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In this episode of America's Founding Series on The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano tells the riveting story of Pelatiah Webster, the clergyman-turned-economist, who saw America's future more clearly than anyone of his time. As the young republic teetered on collapse in 1781, Webster's bold vision for limited government, sound money, and individual enterprise laid the groundwork for the U.S. Constitution and the free-market system that built the nation. His warnings about inflation, dependency, and centralized control echo today as socialism and big-government promises sweep through modern politics.

Episode Highlights

• How Pelatiah Webster's 1781 blueprint inspired Madison and Hamilton and helped shape the U.S. Constitution.
• Why Webster's fight against debt, inflation, and dependency remains a direct warning to today's socialist and big-government movements.
• What Webster taught about freedom and property rights and why capitalism, not government control and socialism, is the true guardian of liberty.

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Timestamps

• 00:52 The Rise of Big Government and Socialism
• 02:50 Economic Collapse and the Articles of Confederation
• 05:12 Webster's Vision for a Limited Government
• 08:07 The Connection Between Economics and Liberty
• 10:23 Warnings Against Government Dependency
• 12:41 The Legacy of Webster and the Constitution

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In this episode of The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano sits down with Zeek Arkham to dissect the radical transformation of New York City under a Mayor Mamdani administration. They examine how socialist policies, a decline law enforcement morale, and blind party loyalty will drive the city toward chaos. From the erosion of education standards to the growing exodus of residents, Professor Giordano and Arkham reveal how ideology is replacing common sense and what it means for the future of urban America.

Episode Highlights:

• Zeek Arkham and Professor Giordano expose how Mamdani's socialist agenda threatens NYC's safety, economy, and schools.
• Discussion on voter loyalty and the "vote blue no matter who" mentality that enables poor leadership.
• How the collapse of law enforcement morale and the removal of gifted programs will accelerate the city's decline.

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Timestamps

• 00:52 Is It Time to Escape From New York
• 01:50 Voters Voted Against Law and Order
• 03:30 Exodus From the NYPD
• 08:48 Socialist Policies and Their Implications
• 18:33 Mindset of Voters in Progressive Cities
• 27:07 Future of New York Politics

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Democrats swept the November elections in New York City, New Jersey, and Virginia, but beneath the headlines lies a deeper story about the increasing warning signs for both the Democratic Party and Republican Party. In this episode, Professor Nick Giordano breaks down why Republicans keep surrendering in certain areas, how voters continue to reward failure, and why Democrats should be careful what they wish for as progressives like Zohran Mamdani tighten their grip on the party. From the GOP's lack of fight to the Left's ideological takeover, this episode exposes what these election results reveal about America's political decay and what it means for the future.

Episode Highlights:

• Democrats dominate in NYC, NJ, and VA
• Why apathy and surrender have become the GOP's biggest weaknesses, and the warning signs for the Republican Party
• How progressives have hijacked the Democratic Party and what it means for America's future as New York City begins to embark on its socialist experiment

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Timestamps

• 00:52 Election Disappointment and Analysis
• 02:30 The GOP's Embarrassment in New York City
• 07:10 What is Going on in New Jersey
• 09:53 The Virginia Slide
• 11:25 Jay Jones Won. Really!?
• 12:02 Republican Party's Structural Issues
• 16:15 Democrats Vote on Emotion, Not Logic
• 26:41 The Rise of Democratic Socialism
• 35:21 The Future of American Politics

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At the darkest hour of the American Revolution, the Continental Army was freezing, starving, and on the verge of collapse, until a Prussian officer named Baron von Steuben arrived at Valley Forge. Armed with discipline, grit, and a belief in liberty, von Steuben transformed a ragtag band of soldiers into a professional fighting force. In this episode of America's Founding Series, part of The P.A.S. Report Podcast, Professor Nick Giordano tells the riveting story of how one foreigner's dedication to standards and sacrifice helped forge the spirit of American resilience that still defines the nation today.

Episode Highlights

• Discover how Baron von Steuben's military discipline saved the Revolution and reshaped the Continental Army.
• Explore the power of grit and perseverance that built America—and why those values matter now more than ever.
• Learn how von Steuben's Blue Book and leadership forged a legacy of excellence that endures in today's U.S. military.

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Timestamps

• 00:52 The Grit of the American Revolution
• 07:06 Baron von Steuben's Transformation of the Continental Army
• 11:23 The Legacy of Discipline and Standards
• 14:48 Lessons from History for Today's America

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In this episode of The P.A.S. Report, Professor Nick Giordano sits down with journalist and author Jacob Ward to expose how Big Tech, AI, and persuasive technology are quietly reprogramming the way Americans think and act. Drawing from his book The Loop: How Technology Is Creating a World Without Choices and How to Fight Back, Ward reveals how algorithms exploit human psychology, manipulate information flow, and threaten the foundation of democracy. This powerful discussion breaks down how elites use digital tools to control perception, limit free thought, and shape the political narrative in ways most people never realize.

Episode Highlights:

• How Big Tech and AI manipulate behavior and influence public opinion
• The hidden alliance between government, media, and tech that controls the flow of information
• What every American can do to reclaim free thought and resist digital manipulation

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Timestamps

• 00:52 The Technological Revolution
• 01:44 Understanding the Loop: AI and Human Behavior
• 04:54 The Dangers of AI in Education
• 12:09 Impact of AI on the Job Market
• 16:45 Government Power and Technology Abuse
• 24:26 Fighting Back Against Manipulation

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Senator Chuck Grassley's shocking Arctic Frost revelations is just the latest example of the rot that exists within our bureaucracy as the FBI, DOJ, and intelligence community have been weaponized against the people they're supposed to serve. Professor Nick Giordano breaks down newly uncovered documents showing that over 160 Republican lawmakers, conservative media outlets, and private citizens were secretly targeted under Operation Arctic Frost. Even with President Trump back in office, the unelected bureaucracy continues to defy oversight and operate as a fourth branch of government. In this episode, he exposes the cover-up, dismantles the illusion of accountability, and lays out the reforms Congress must enact to reclaim control, restore the rule of law, and end the Deep State's grip on America.

Episode Highlights:

• The Arctic Frost Cover-Up: Newly released records show how the FBI and Special Counsel's Office spied on members of Congress and conservative media under illegal gag orders.
• The Permanent Bureaucracy Unmasked: Professor Giordano explains how unelected officials defy both Trump and Congress, proving the Deep State's power goes beyond elections.
• Reclaiming the Republic: A bold plan for Congress to cut funding, sunset authorities, and dismantle the rogue bureaucracy that threatens American self-government.

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Timestamps

• 00:52 Bureaucratic Corruption
• 02:40 Operation Arctic Frost: Unveiling Government Surveillance
• 05:55 The Scope of Government Overreach
• 08:43 The Permanent Bureaucracy: A Threat to Democracy
• 11:40 Political Accountability and the Role of Congress
• 14:40 Reforming the Bureaucracy: Steps Forward
• 17:20 The Need for Legislative Action
• 26:17 Restoring Power to the People
• 29:00 The Fight for Self-Government

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Deborah Sampson's remarkable story comes to life in this week's America's Founding Series. Disguised as a man under the name "Robert Shurtliff," she secretly served in the Continental Army for nearly two years. She fought, bled, and risked death to achieve America's independence. From her humble beginnings as an indentured servant to her courageous service in the Revolutionary War, this episode reveals how Sampson's unwavering self-reliance and devotion to liberty made her one of America's first female soldiers and a true symbol of the nation's founding ideals. Discover the forgotten patriot who proved that the courage to defend freedom knows no gender.

Episode Highlights

• A Woman at War: How Deborah Sampson disguised herself as "Robert Shurtliff" and fought bravely in the Continental Army during the American Revolution.
• Courage Under Fire: The incredible moment she removed a musket ball from her own leg to protect her secret identity and continue serving.
• Legacy of Liberty: How Paul Revere's support helped her secure a military pension, and why her story embodies America's enduring ideals of courage, freedom, and self-reliance.

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Timestamps

• 00:52 The Musket Ball
• 01:23 Deborah Sampson's Story
• 02:30 Deborah's Early Life and Struggles
• 03:31 Enlisting as Robert Shuttliff
• 06:15 Courage in Battle and the Cost of Secrecy
• 09:05 The Revelation of Her Identity
• 11:49 Paul Revere, The Fight for Recognition and a Pension
• 13:26 Legacy of Self-Reliance and Courage

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Retired Lt. Col. Tony Shaffer returns to The P.A.S. Report to analyze how President Trump's foreign policy is reshaping global power dynamics, from enforcing the Gaza ceasefire and forcing Hamas's disarmament to confronting Russia and ending the Ukraine war. Shaffer explains why Trump's foreign policy doctrine of diplomacy backed by force is redefining America's role in the world. The discussion dives deep into the new threat from drug cartels, China's growing influence in Latin America, and how the next administration plans to restore order at home and abroad.

Episode Highlights

• Middle East Reset: Trump's push for Arab-led governance in Gaza, the Abraham Accords, and sidelining Hamas.
• Ukraine Reality Check: Why Shaffer says the war is unwinnable, Putin needs an off-ramp, and Trump must play the "Russia card" to split Moscow from Beijing.
• The New Warfront: U.S. plans to target cartels as terror groups, China's role in fentanyl production, and how the next conflict could come from our own southern border.

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Timestamps

• 00:52 Current Events Overview
• 04:16 Middle East Dynamics and U.S. Foreign Policy
• 08:55 Transformation in the Middle East
• 09:25 Russia-Ukraine Conflict and U.S. Strategy
• 18:21 The Drug Cartels and Their Impact on the U.S.
• 21:45 Is this about South America or Is it Really About China
• 23:52 The Return of the Monroe Doctrine

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