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Shannon interviews the author of The Generosity of Scars, Scott Mann.  It is the second book of his trillogy of tomes.  

The Generosity of Scars is for anyone who has struggled and wants to put their lived struggle to work in the service of others through authentic storytelling.
 
This book, the second in his leadership trilogy, is different than most books about crafting stories. It is forged from high-stakes arenas in Scott Mann's three decade body of work, ranging from his time as a Green Beret in combat zones in Afghanistan, to TED stages, to theatrical productions about war, to corporate keynotes, to congressional testimony, to raising millions for non-profits—and all points in between.

Other Books:

Nobody is Coming to Save You

Operation Pineapple express

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The Next Big Crash by Justin Haskins who is a vice president at The Heartland Institute, a national free-market think tank, and a senior fellow at Our Republic.   Haskins is a prolific writer who has authored more than 1,000 articles in major digital and print publications. He writes most frequently for FoxNews.com, TheBlaze, The Hill, The Federalist, and Townhall. His work has also been published by The Wall Street Journal, New York Post, Forbes, Newsweek, National Review, and many other prominent publications. Haskins has appeared on television and radio more than 400 times, including on highly influential shows such as Tucker Carlson Tonight, Fox & Friends, and the Glenn Beck Program. 

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Shannon does a deep dive interview with Captain K himself, Seth Keshel.  Seth is the fighting man with numbers and a story to tell.  His book, The American War On Election Corruption is an investigative exposé revealing the battle to uncover and dismantle systemic fraud threatening the integrity of US elections.

A Substack (captaink.us) bestselling author, Keshel’s no-holds-barred exposés on systemic threats to the integrity of elections have inspired grassroots reformers and policymakers alike, earning him the moniker “Captain K” among allies fighting to reclaim the sanctity of the American ballot. In The American War on Election Corruption, Keshel draws on his unparalleled expertise to reveal the hidden battles and bold solutions restoring order to our sacred elections. Keshel’s impressive knowledge of history, combined with his unique methodologies and understanding of modern election law, makes the most compelling case to date that our elections are in dire need of reform.

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Shannon interviews Yaser Yarghal, a warrior and survivor of the Afghanistan conflict.  Yaser grew up in poverty along the Pakistan - Afghan border to become a soldier and witness to the upheaval in that far off part of the world.  Tune in and listen to his story and perhaps you too will desire to hear his complete story when it arrives in 2026.

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Shannon discusses David Horowitz's last book, America Betrayed.  He starts with how it all began with a monk.  In this episode, we bring up the fact Shannon creates "Porcupine Books" am we promised to have an example!

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Shannon discusses the book The Naked Capitalist by W. Cleon Skousen,  In her review, she cross-references other reads that are listed below.  Listen and go on the journey as she takes us all down the rabbit hole of politics, history and the quest for power.

Warning to the West by Alexander Solzhonitsyn

The Gulag Archipelago by Alexander Solzhonitsyn

The Road to Serfdom by F. A. Hayek

The Creature from Jekyll Island by Edward Griffin

Live Not By Lies by Rod Dreher

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This episode, Shannon exposes us to the book The Naked Communist: Exposing Communism and Restoring Freedom by W. Cleon Skousen. 

Unmasking the Secrets, Subversion, and Legacy of Communism

Step into the gripping world of The Naked Communist: Exposing Communism and Restoring Freedom by W. Cleon Skousen—a riveting exploration of one of the most influential ideologies of the 20th century. With its rich historical analysis and revelatory insights, this non-fiction masterpiece takes readers on an unforgettable journey into the heart of the Cold War era.

In this updated edition, Skousen masterfully uncovers the hidden truths behind communism, stripping away its façade to reveal its true essence. Through meticulous research and a profound understanding of the era, he unearths the ideological underpinnings that fueled communism's rise and its enduring impact on the world stage.

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Shannon brings to life a book that should be a timeless classic.  This is the first of a series of offerings from Cleon Skousen that she hopes to introduce to us.

The nation the Founders built is now in the throes of a political, economic, social, and spiritual crisis that has driven many to an almost frantic search for modern solutions. The truth is that the solutions have been available for a long time -- in the writings of our Founding Fathers -- carefully set forth in this timely book.

In The 5000 Year Leap: A Miracle That Changed the World, Discover the 28 Principles of Freedom our Founding Fathers said must be understood and perpetuated by every people who desire peace, prosperity, and freedom. Learn how adherence to these beliefs during the past 200 years has brought about more progress than was made in the previous 5000 years. These 28 Principles include The Genius of Natural Law, Virtuous and Moral Leaders, Equal Rights--Not Equal Things, and Avoiding the Burden of Debt.

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Todays terrifying read is If Anyone Builds It, Everyone Dies: Why Superhuman AI Would Kill Us All by Eliezer Yudkowsky and Nate Soares Shannon discusses how they address in 2023, hundreds of AI luminaries signed an open letter warning that artificial intelligence poses a serious risk of human extinction. Since then, the AI race has only intensified. Companies and countries are rushing to build machines that will be smarter than any person. And the world is devastatingly unprepared for what would come next.

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The Manufacturing Delusion Exposed pulls back the curtain on these systems of influence and gives readers a practical framework for understanding how modern information environments can subtly guide thinking and behavior.

Rather than simply criticizing media or institutions, this book takes a strategic and analytical approach. Through clear explanations and accessible examples, it breaks down the mechanisms used to manufacture narratives, reinforce ideological conformity, and discourage independent thought. Readers will learn how emotional triggers, repeated messaging, selective framing, and information filtering can combine to create powerful forms of social conditioning.

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Rules for Radicals by Sauk Alinsky

Video - Is It War? by Reason.tv