Really American Podcast

Really American Media podcast-March 26; The Unfolding Trump disaster; War in Iran, TSA, and Before the Internet Hosts Chip Franklin and Corinne Straight take apart trump's disastrous war in Iran, the Republican Gov't Shutdown, the latest from Sarah Huckabee and a look back at the early days of TAB and Diet-Coke.

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Really American & U.S. Democratic Socialists Host Kenny Hesse breaks down Zohran Mamdani DRIVING MAGA INSANE By Beating Them At THEIR OWN GAME.

MAGA Fiscal Conservatives GOT ROASTED in the comments of Mayor Mamdani's viral update from his Chief Savings Officers: $1.7B in savings by ending wasteful contracts (like firing McKinsey)... not by cutting vital services.

MAGAts cried and whined that "Mamdani was simply doing what DOGE did" which would be dumb enough if cutting waste, fraud and abuse, wasn't exactly what "right -wingers" claim to want. But they also seemingly forgot (or were too misinformed to know) that DOGE lied, wasted money, commited fraud, and abused their power to hurt and even kill innocent Americans (indirectly, but still).

In this Daily Show style satirical breakdown of Mamdani's NYC Budget and cost saving measures, we satirically expose MAGA's hypocrisy and highlight the useful saving that Mayor Mamdani's cost cutting measure will bring to the City of New york, while advocating for similar Democratic Socialist policies to be implemented Nationwide.

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The Really Amerian Podcast, with Murrow Award winning writer and broadcaster Chip Franklin, longtime journalist and podcaster Corinne Straight, and Really American founder Justin Horwitz, discuss the unfolding narrative surrounding the attack on Iran. As the war escalates, more questions are being raised than answered. Why are we there, what is the goal, how will we extricate ourselves? Also, the proposed new head of Homeland Security, a former MMA fighter, is grilled by Rand Paul, but his nomination was pushed forward by PA Senator, Democrat Hoodie Fetterman. And the latest on ICE, and a new Before The Internet.

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Really American hosts Chip Franklin, Kenny Hesse, Corinne Straight and Tony Hinderman break down the Americans leaving MAGA and ditching Trump as the Epstein Scandal grows as well as this weeks breaking news.For more news and coverage be sure to subscribe to our Substack at: https://reallyamerican.substack.com/p/welcome-to-our-substack

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Really American hosts Chip Franklin, Kenny Hesse, Corinne Stright, and Tony Hinderman break down the Trump Tariffs getting struck down by the supreme court, the evolving Epstein Scandal, Obama and aliens, and more breaking news on the Really American PodcastSupport the Really American channel by liking, subscribing, dropping a comment, and watching til the end!

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Really American hosts Chip Franklin, Kenny Hesse and Tony Hinderman break down the latest in MAGA from the worsening Epstein Files, to Trump's Cratering Poll Numbers, and more breaking news on the latest episode of The Really American Podcast.Support the Really American channel by liking, subscribing, dropping a comment, and watching til the end!

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Really American hosts Chip Franklin, Kenny Hesse and Tony Hinderman breaks down the latest in MAGA from Trump's racist post to the Epstein Files!Support the Really American channel by liking, subscribing, dropping a comment, and watching til the end! For more news and coverage, be sure to subscribe to our Substack at: https://reallyamerican.substack.com/p/welcome-to-our-substack

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Broadcaster / comedian Chip Franklin is joined on the Really American Podcast by former White House Correspondent and CNN Political Analyst, Brian Karem as well as Ben Feuer, chairman and co-founder of the Complex Appellate Litigation Group LLP.

Subscribe Here: ⁠⁠Really American PodcastToday they break down the bombshell Supreme Court Rulings including handing Donald Trump another win with their limiting of national injunctions on Trump's Birthright Citizenship battle. They also discuss the Supreme Court's rulings on LGBTQ books in school and religious freedom as well as their Obamacare ruling. Lots to talk about!

From a controversial LGBTQ ruling in Maryland to Texas’s latest crackdown on online freedoms, the trio breaks down how these decisions blur the line between religious liberty and censorship, parental rights and government overreach. They explore a birthright citizenship debate that echoes Trump-era fear-mongering and unpack the sweeping implications of nationwide injunctions that increasingly politicize the courts.

No spin. No sugarcoating. Just bold, essential conversation about the theocratic creep infecting our legal system—and what it means for civil rights, constitutional intent, and who gets to shape the rules of American life.

Whether it’s Alito’s slippery slope reasoning or Fox-fueled fights over federal power, Franklin and his guests don't hold back. They wrap with tough questions about court reform and a challenge to every listener: stay engaged, stay informed, and never assume your rights are on autopilot.

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Broadcaster / comedian Chip Franklin is joined on the Really American Podcast by former Trump insider Lev Parnas, who discusses Donald Trump's authoritarian tendencies and the erosion of democratic norms. Parnas, drawing from his personal experiences working with Trump, warns about the growing threat to American democracy, highlighting how Trump is systematically undermining institutions, suppressing protests, and using federal agencies to target political opponents.

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In his conversation with Franklin, Parnas details a disturbing strategy aimed at consolidating power—a deliberate dismantling of democratic norms. He explains how Trump’s inner circle replaced key positions within the DOJ, FBI, and military with unquestioning loyalists, eroding merit-based governance and paving the way toward unchecked executive control. This insidious infiltration, Parnas warns, could reshape our institutions into bastions of personalized rule rather than democratic accountability.

The discussion turns to how the Trump administration manipulated federal agencies to stifle dissent and control the narrative. Parnas recounts how protests are routinely portrayed by friendly media as chaotic and criminal, a distortion amplified through social media to manufacture a crisis. According to him, this narrative doesn’t aim at protecting communities or targeting dangerous criminals—it serves solely to justify harsh, oppressive tactics.

Another recurring theme in Parnas’s revelations is the cult-like loyalty that underpins Trump’s support base. Despite his divisive policies, Trump’s inner circle zealously suppresses any challenge to his authority. Parnas likens this unwavering allegiance to a modern form of brainwashing, where facts take a back seat to personal devotion. This dynamic, he argues, is not only dangerous—it’s a calculated strategy to perpetuate authoritarian control.

Throughout the episode, Franklin and Parnas stress the urgency of vigilance and active participation in the democratic process. They call for transparency, accountability, and open dialogue as the only antidote to the creeping authoritarianism threatening American democracy.

Franklin wraps up the conversation with a rallying cry: stay engaged, remain informed, and stand united in the fight for our democratic values. This episode of the Really American Podcast serves as both a stark warning and an invitation to all citizens—an invitation to join the collective effort to push back against divisive rhetoric and authoritarian overreach.

Stay informed. Stay vigilant. Subscribe to the Really American Podcast for ongoing deep-dive discussions designed to enlighten and empower. Tune in next week as we continue to challenge propaganda and work together toward a more united future.

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In this all-new episode of The Really American Podcast, host Chip Franklin sits down with veteran political strategist and Lincoln Project co-founder Rick Wilson to dissect the chaos at the heart of American politics and the GOP. As Trumpism continues to reshape the political landscape, Chip and Rick take a hard look at the GOP’s crumbling identity, the mounting economic fallout from their ill-conceived policies, and the cultural battles they stoke that keep the nation divided.

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Rick Wilson lays it out bluntly: the Republican Party has lost its way. Once driven by conservative principles, it now revolves around a cult of personality—Trump’s. 

With no coherent economic or social agenda to fall back on, the GOP is increasingly defined by opportunism and extremism. Whether it’s debates over transgender rights in sports or other divisive issues, Chip and Rick argue that these distractions are deliberately engineered to derail serious policy discussions.

Wilson also warns of the disastrous consequences behind Trump’s tariff strategies and reckless budget policies. What might seem like short-term political theater carries long-term risks—job losses, staggering debt, and even the specter of stagflation. 

Looking forward, the duo turns their attention to the future challenges facing the Democratic Party. Both agree that the key to success in 2028 lies in choosing a moderate, broadly appealing candidate who can steer clear of extreme positions while tackling Trumpism’s influence in the GOP. 

Ultimately, Franklin and Wilson offer more than a dissection of today’s chaos—they deliver a rallying cry for empathy, informed dialogue, and decisive action. In an era marked by deep divides, their conversation is a reminder that only a united, thoughtful populace can steer us toward a fairer, more resilient future.

Thanks for tuning in. Be sure to join us again next time on The Really American Podcast for more deep insights into the forces shaping our nation.

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