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Rick Wilson's The Enemies List Resolute Square
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American democracy is being threatened, and *Rick Wilson* knows exactly who is responsible. In each episode, Rick calls out those who are the enemies of democracy and exposes their treachery- because sunlight is the best disinfectant. https://bit.ly/3P82A5g
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A Policy Proposal That Could Ruin Your Life
In the event of a Republican victory in the 2024 presidential election, there potential implications for the country are darker than you may imagine. Project 2025 is one such outcome. In this episode, Rick is joined by author Andra Watkins to discuss her Substack publication, "How Project 2025 Will Ruin Your Life." Watkins, a former Christian nationalist, dives into the details of Project 2025, a hypothetical policy proposal she believes could dramatically alter American society through strict, moralistic governance. She highlights how the project's definitions of pornography could lead to severe restrictions on various forms of expression and details how its economic policies might adversely affect the middle class. Watkins also addresses the potential rollback of civil liberties, including gay marriage, and the imposition of religious conditions on social assistance.
Timestamps:
[00:01:38] Inspiration for Project 25
[00:04:50] Christian nationalists and their urges
[00:10:47] Economic ideas of Project 25
[00:15:12] Schedule F
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MAGA's Republican Takeover
The Republican party has changed. On this episode Ricks sits with Isaac Arnsdorf, a Washington Post reporter and author to discuss the profound transformation within the Republican Party instigated by the MAGA movement. Arnsdorf shares insights from his book, revealing how grassroots activism, led by figures like Steve Bannon, has reshaped the party from the bottom up. The episode explores the strategic takeovers of local party positions by MAGA supporters, the creation of a new political narrative surrounding the 2020 election, and the broader implications of this shift on American politics.
Timestamps:
[00:02:06] Who's running the new revolution?
[00:05:54] Karizona
[00:10:10] A foundational conspiracy
[00:16:34] No enemies to my right
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A Conservative Environmentalist?
Conservatives in America are not typically known as lovers of environmental advocacy. Well, our guest bucks that trend. Benji Backer, an environmental advocate and author of "The Conservative Environmentalist" joins Rick to discuss the urgent need for practical and innovative solutions to environmental challenges, critiquing both extreme denial and radical approaches currently dividing the political landscape. Backer emphasizes a historical bipartisan approach to environmental issues and proposes a balanced pathway that leverages American ingenuity and respects local knowledge.
Timestamps:
[00:01:54] Green new deal vs. denial
[00:19:09] Becoming a conservative environmentalist
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AI Apocalypse
It feels like all anyone wants to talk about these days is how AI is taking over. Well, we thought it time to have an expert on to break it all down. In this episode Rick speaks with AI expert Daniel Faggella in a comprehensive discussion on the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence. They speak to the implications of AI on the workforce, economy, and society, examining both the current state and future possibilities. Faggella brings insights from his experience in market research, discussing how AI is reshaping industries from legal to entertainment. They explore the concept of artificial general intelligence (AGI), its accelerated timeline, and potential societal impacts. The conversation also touches on the role of AI in politics, the concept of a political singularity, and the ethical considerations of AI development.
Timestamps:
[00:01:18] What we're missing with AI
[00:10:48] How AI will impact politics
[00:21:04] AI exceeding expectations
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Refreshing Optimism
The participation of talented young people is a critical element in a functioning democracy. On this episode, Rick sits down with Gevin Reynolds, a rising figure in Democratic politics with experience in the Biden White House. They dive into the 2024 campaign landscape, focusing on Biden's presidency and the strategic positioning of the Democratic party. Reynolds shares insights on the administration's handling of crises like COVID-19, economic challenges, and racial justice issues. The discussion also touches on Vice President Harris's role and public perception, the impact of recent State of the Union addresses, and the evolving political dynamics among young and minority voters.
Timestamps:
[00:01:40] Perspective on the race
[00:07:03] An underpriced political stock
[00:16:02] The case of young voters
[00:20:00] Mitigating the drift towards Trump
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The State of the Race
From polls and pundits to dramatic headlines, sorting through the chaos of the presidential election is no easy task. To help parse madness, Rick had a conversation with Elaine Kamarck, political expert and senior fellow at the Brookings Institute. The two give their view of the current state of American politics and the presidential election. They discuss the dynamics of the primary elections, voter demographics, and the strategic approaches of both political parties. The discussion also touches on the influence of third-party candidates, the role of money in political campaigns, and the changing landscape of voter behavior.
Timestamps:
[00:02:00] Surveillance capitalism
[00:14:22] Where does RFK play into the election?
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Customer Reviews
Unique Perspectives!
One of the things I really like about this podcast is the unique guests Rick has. They look at what’s happening within the GOP along with the how & why we got here. I greatly appreciate Rick’s years of experience in the GOP & how he weaves his own knowledge in with that of the interesting guests he always has.
Great podcast, enough with the ads every two minutes.
5 stars without all the ads. Three stars with the excessive advertising.
Thankful Rick Wilson IS No Longer Our Enemy!
I had never heard of Rick Wilson until after Jan.6 2021. He’s a former Republican operative who has devoted his considerable experience, knowledge and ruthless skills to defeating the MAGA movement. He appears on several other podcasts, but this one goes for the jugular. I’d say 98% of his guests are interesting and have inside experience in U.S.politics. (There is an occasional dud that Rick obviously doesn’t relate to, whom he treats with kid gloves.) He has a wicked, take-no-prisoners sense of humor. Worth your time if you are not on the Right, and need to feel less discouraged. As a person who nearly always votes for Democrats, but has been frustrated and often enraged at the official party, due to a lack of ruthless devotion to winning and dedication to the long game, I find this podcast informative, entertaining, infuriating and always educational.