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HOT PROTEST SUMMER HITS JULY 4TH

This episode of The Dangerous Ones is your front-row seat to Free America Weekend, a coast-to-coast uprising reclaiming patriotism from Trump’s second term agenda. Jim and Tiffany break down everything you need to know about this Fourth of July’s protests, including Hands Off, No Kings Day, and now the launch of Free America. With events happening in all 50 states and dozens of cities worldwide, this movement defends democracy, civil liberties, and community power. From marches to barbecues, banner drops to block parties, Americans are rising up in mass, and we’ve got your full guide.

We dive into how July 4th has become a turning point in the movement, why this weekend’s actions matter, and how you can be part of it, whether you're marching in the streets or registering voters at your local park. This is about taking action where you are, building community with your neighbors, and sending a message that we won’t sit back and watch authoritarianism take hold. From voter registration drives to protest art builds, this is democracy in motion. Get loud. Get local. Get into good trouble.

TRASH PILES UP. 10K WORKERS WALK OUT.

The largest blue-collar union in Philadelphia, AFSCME District Council 33, just walked off the job. This is not just a labor story. It is a warning shot. In this episode of The Dangerous Ones, we break down how 10,000 essential workers said enough is enough, demanding fair pay, full healthcare, and basic respect from a city that seems more focused on appearances than accountability. Trash is piling up, 911 centers are overwhelmed, and the mayor’s solution was to tell residents to haul their own garbage, right after giving herself a 9 percent raise.This episode dives into what happens when working people stop the machine. It is not just about wages. It is about dignity, survival, and what democracy looks like when the people push back. We lay out what the workers are actually asking for, why it matters, and how the power of solidarity is felt when everyday people decide they will not be ignored. If you care about justice, community, or just not dragging six bags of trash across town during a heatwave, this one is for you.

TRUMP FATIGUE IS BREAKING PEOPLE OPENIn this emotional episode of The Dangerous Ones, Jim, Tiffany, and Nick amplify the raw, urgent voice of Mandy, an 83-year-old listener from North Carolina, whose call to the hotline echoes the exhaustion, frustration, and desperation millions of Americans feel. Mandy doesn’t just vent, she demands action. And her message cuts through the noise: the time for silence is over.The team responds with both empathy and fire, breaking down how Trump fatigue has become a national condition, and how we can turn burnout into movement energy. From the rise of “Hot Protest Summer” to real-world actions beyond marches, this episode dives into civil disobedience, community building, and messaging that hits back. This isn’t just commentary. It’s a rallying cry.

ABOUT THE DANGEROUS ONESThe Dangerous Ones isn't just a podcast, it's a movement. An alternative, pro-democracy news & podcast network built by award-winning creators and veteran activists, Jim & Tiffany Drastic of Eleven Films, and Nick Knudsen, executive director of DemCast USA

BREACH UNMASKED: In this explosive episode of The Dangerous Ones, Jim, Tiffany & Nick SOUND THE ALARM on the largest hack ever, a 16 billion-credential dump flooding the dark web.

In this episode you’ll learn how to:

DECODE the info-stealer malware lurking in your system

EXPOSE phishing scams and ATM skimmers exploiting your data

SECURE yourself with 7 easy but powerful tips, password managers, 2FA, breach checks & more

EQUIP your business with a bulletproof breach-response plan

POLITICAL VIOLENCE EXPOSED: In this raw, urgent episode of The Dangerous Ones, Jesse Dollemore & Brittany Page join Jim, Tiffany and Nick to SOUND THE ALARM on the terrifying threats they received simply for speaking out.

Inside, you’ll learn how to:

DECODE the chilling messages that crossed the line

UNCOVER the fight to get law enforcement to act, and win rare justice

EXPOSE the responsibility that comes with a million-subscriber platform

EQUIP yourself with strategies to protect your voice and build community

If you believe free speech isn’t negotiable and want to push back against political violence, this episode arms you with hard-earned lessons and real-world tactics.

Jesse Dollemore's video about the ordeal: https://youtu.be/zezy6njwcuw?si=k0FxuerxNEst9rH4

Brittany Page's video about the ordeal: https://youtu.be/XMsGU531hD8?si=EIzk9eLuK8HKlNgy

When Donald Trump ordered the strike on Iran, was it a bold foreign policy move or a blatant violation of the Constitution? On this episode of The Dangerous Ones, we bring in Dr. Casey Dominguez, political science professor and author of Commander in Chief, to give a definitive answer. Spoiler: It was unconstitutional, illegal, and impeachable. Dr. Dominguez breaks down how presidential war powers were designed by the Founders, why Congress, not the president, holds the power to initiate military conflict, and how Trump’s actions ignored the law with zero justification.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone trying to hold their ground in political conversations and for everyone who wants to understand how dangerously thin the legal ice has become. We also dive into what Congress should be doing, how partisan dysfunction is eroding checks and balances, and why the American people must not stay silent. This isn’t just a Trump problem. It’s a democracy problem. And we are way past the point of pretending it didn’t happen.

The People's Hotline is BACK, and in this episode, we pass the mic to you. From Virginia to Alaska to Oregon and beyond, listeners call in with raw, unfiltered messages about Trump fatigue, ICE raids, political disinformation, grassroots resistance, and why the fight still matters. Jim and Tiffany Drastic hold it down in the studio. Nick's out this round, but the calls are on fire, and the responses are full of humor, empathy, and that signature Dangerous Ones edge.

You'll hear from a blind 22-year-old voter who came of age under Trump, a fired-up 75-year-old protester in Bellingham, and several callers demanding better Democratic messaging. There are reminders about your legal rights during ICE crackdowns and a full-throated rallying cry for HOT PROTEST SUMMER.

Tune in, take heart, and call the hotline at 503-212-4600 to add your voice. The Danger Core is growing, and we hear you.

Congressman Mark Pocan of Wisconsin's 2nd district joins The Dangerous Ones for a fiery and fearless conversation about the state of American democracy in 2025. From breaking down Trump's billionaire tax scam to calling out lawmakers too afraid to face their constituents, Pocan brings clarity, grit, and urgency. We dig into why Democratic messaging keeps missing the mark, how the GOP floods the zone with distractions, and what it will take to fight back with real power.

We also talk about political violence, the importance of town halls, and the rise of a new generation of small-town resistance. Pocan makes it clear that progressives are not the problem, they're the firewall. If you're angry, frustrated, and ready to do something about it, this episode is the rallying cry you’ve been waiting for.

SUBSCRIBE TO REP. POCAN'S PODCAST 'WITH LIBERTY & JUSTICE FOR SOME" HERE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/with-liberty-and-justice-for-some/id1794881118

In the aftermath of the record-shattering No Kings Day protest, which saw up to 13 million people take to the streets across America and around the globe, Jim Drastic and Nick Knudsen return with breaking news: the next national day of action is already on the horizon. In this episode of The Dangerous Ones, they preview the upcoming Good Trouble Lives On mobilization, scheduled for July 17 to honor the legacy of Congressman John Lewis. The hosts dive into the numbers behind No Kings Day, compare it to historical protests like the Women’s March and Hands Across America, and outline how this new wave of activism is building sustained pressure toward real democratic reform. If you care about voting rights, civil liberties, and pushing back against authoritarianism, this is your call to action.

For more information about the Good Trouble Lives on Protest visits:  https://bit.ly/goodtroublejuly

On this explosive episode of The Dangerous Ones, Jim, Tiffany, and Nick break down the jaw-dropping new ad from Progress Action Fund that’s got the White House, and Fox News scrambling. The ad, which dramatizes ICE agents kidknapping a young woman based on only her appearance, is already going viral for its shocking realism and political punch. We dig into the strategy behind the ad’s powerful narrative, its brutal takedown of Republican immigration policy, and how it successfully shifts young male voters away from the GOP by up to four points. You’ll hear why bold, cinematic political storytelling is finally catching fire on the left, and why this ad may be one of the most effective of 2025.

We also spotlight the creators behind the movement, Joe Jacobson and Kyle Richards, and examine how Progress Action Fund’s disruptive messaging and data-driven ad testing is changing the game for Democratic campaigns in swing states. From Fox News backlash to Gen Z engagement, this episode covers the intersection of viral media, modern voter suppression, targeted political messaging, and the urgent fight for civil rights. Plus, the hosts reflect on their own approach at Eleven Films and how this new wave of political content is reshaping the battle for hearts, minds, and votes.