Paul Rieckhoff on KNX InDepth

The Trump administration is diverting over 3-and-a-half-billion dollars in military construction funds from the Pentagon in order to build the border wall that President Trump has been promising for years. Paul discusses why the Pentagon should not serve as the President’s piggy bank on KNX InDepth.

Paul Rieckhoff on CNN — Trump raiding Pentagon budget for border wall

  Angry Americans host Paul Rieckhoff on @CNN with @briannakeilar talking about why this latest madness from Trump about raiding the Pentagon budget to pay for the border wall is bad for our troops and national security (in case it’s not obvious). Especially as Hurricane #Dorian is about to hit military bases across the east coast. Not like they’ll need construction money in the next few weeks, right? The overt and unprecedented politicization of our military by Trump continues. #IYNAYNPA #AngryAmericans #CNN #ifyourenotangryyourenotpayingattention

23. Trump’s Space Command Is Here. So is Hurricane Dorian. And Night Vision Eye Injections. And Scooternado. It’s Back to School Time In America.

Nearly three out of every four homes in the Bahamas are underwater. The airport is gone. Countless people are homeless. And recovery from the catastrophic damage will cost billions of dollars. And now, the storm is headed straight for the United States. And straight for the Carolinas. No matter where it hits, it’ll be bad. But don’t worry, our President thinks we can nuke hurricanes. And Marienne Williamson thinks she can stop them with the power of her mind. School is back in session. And Professor Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) delivers a master class on the most pressing, most vexing and most inspiring stories in America. He rips into what has him understandably angry, has many others angry, and should have you and everyone in America angry. For example, it turns out that Mexico is not paying for Trump’s wall. Our troops are. Yep. This week, the Pentagon announced $3.6 billion is being snatched from 127 military construction projects to pay for the border wall. Just as Hurricane Dorian is set to hit military bases all across the southeastern coast of the US. If you’re not angry, you’re not paying attention. And this important episode of Angry Americans will again reveal where attention must be paid most. Download the new Angry Americans podcast for free now. It’s full of integrity, information, inspiration and impact. Then, go behind-the-scenes of the show with video of host Paul Rieckhoff interviewing recent guests including Rachel Maddow, Ron Perlman, Ai Jen Poo and Ron Perlman at AngryAmericans.us. You can also check out American-made Angry Americans merch and find ways to take positive action to help communities impacted by Hurricane Dorian. This dynamic new episode is possible thanks to Mizzen+Main (@MizzenAndMain). Mizzen+Main is an American company from Texas that makes the most comfortable dress shirts on Earth. Made from performance fabrics, these shirts are changing the game. Visit Mizzen+Main’s website at www.Comfortable.AF and use the code ANGRYAMERICANS at check-out to get $10 off an awesome new dress shirt now. Angry Americans is connecting, uniting and empowering people of all backgrounds nationwide. It’s changing the podcasting landscape. And it’s powered by Righteous Media.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

22. Hurricane Dorian Hits Puerto Rico. Hurricane Trump Hits the G7. Hurricane Mattis Hits Trump. Labor Day Hits America.

As storm season hits America, Angry Americans digs in. Get your sandbags out and your shovels ready. Our fearless host, Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) reads the radar, checks the wind patterns, and predicts the rainfalls as a crazy summer of politics and news rolls into the fall hurricane season with a fury. Hurricanes of all kinds (real and political) are rampaging across America and the world and Rieckhoff analyzes the stories you need to know about–and/or may have missed. Trump’s latest debacle at the G7, General Jim Mattis reemerges with a new book, Joe Walsh jumps in to the 2020 Republican primary, and Andy Luck leaves the NFL. And we explore the real meaning of Labor Day. Don’t end your summer this long weekend without the best independent breakdown of news and politics in America–and your weekly dose of the 4 I’s integrity, information, inspiration and impact. It’s another innovative episode of Angry Americans that is possible with help from our friends at Mizzen+Main (@MizzenAndMain). Mizzen+Main is an American company from Texas that makes the most comfortable dress shirts on Earth. Made from performance fabrics, these are shirts every man in America should have. Especially now that the heat of summer is upon us. Visit Mizzen+Main’s website at www.Comfortable.AF and use the code ANGRYAMERICANS at check-out to get $10 off an awesome dress shirt now. Download the new podcast now. And go behind-the-scenes at the members-only Classic Car Club Manhattan for video with Paul Rieckhoff and inspiring and iconic guests like Chris Cuomo, Malcolm Nance, Tom Collichio and Soledad O’Brien at AngryAmericans.us. You can also see American-made Angry Americans merch and find ways to take positive action nationwide and in your local community. Angry Americans is connecting, uniting and empowering people of all backgrounds nationwide. It’s changing the podcasting landscape. And it’s powered by Righteous Media.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

21. Chris Cuomo EXCLUSIVE. John McCain’s Civility. Trump’s Magic Suicide Pill. Owning The Tone. Greenland vs Afghanistan. Shopping at Chess King.

Chris Cuomo (@ChrisCuomo) grew up in the political and media crossfire. He knows how to mix it up with the world’s most powerful people in politics and media. And in the last week, the Emmy-award-winning journalist has found himself in the middle of the headlines like never before. The controversial host of CNN’s Cuomo Prime Time and SiriusXM’s Let’s Get After It sat down exclusively with Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) for an extended interview about the state of affairs in America, the White House assaults on the media, Trump’s attacks on him personally, and the recent incident that dominated headlines worldwide. (48:40) Chris was a co-anchor of 20/20 and an anchor on Good Morning America. But he’s really breaking news journalist. He’s not just an anchor behind a desk. He’s the kind of guy that gets out into the field. With the people. Chris has been all around the world, covering the biggest and toughest stories from Iraq and Afghanistan to Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. And Cuomo talks candidly about the last few weeks under the media microscope and in the nasty crosshairs of Trump’s Twitter account. He also shares stories of his Italian-American upbringing, parenthood, fishing, fitness and his very first car (it’s unforgettable one). Chris Cuomo is a guy millions know from TV. But he’s also a father of three, a man of faith, and a dude who loves sports and working out. This episode will reveal a personal side of the Chris Cuomo that you’ve never heard before. And Paul Rieckhoff does what he does best. Asking probing questions of his guests and framing up the big picture of what’s happening in America. And ripping through the most important stories you may have missed or need to know more about. The Army veteran and renowned activist examines how Trump’s tone has become insidiously invasive and contagious. And how on the one-year anniversary of Senator John McCain’s death, that toxic tone is in direct contrast with leaders like John McCain, George Washington and Stephen Colbert. Rieckhoff also explores the violent and breaking news out of Afghanistan, digs into a tragic political fight that’s hurting Gold Star families, and rips into why a focus on Greenland is sucking attention away from the American Marine veteran and journalist, Austin Tice, who was taken prisoner in Syria 7 years ago this month. And with football season coming soon, Rieckhoff analyzes the political importance of Vince McMahon’s new XFL football league. It’s a news-making episode of Angry Americans that is possible with help from our friends at Mizzen+Main (@MizzenAndMain). Mizzen+Main is an American company from Texas that makes the most comfortable dress shirts on Earth. Made from performance fabrics, these are shirts every man in America should have. Especially now that the heat of summer is upon us. Visit Mizzen+Main’s website at www.Comfortable.AF and use the code ANGRYAMERICANS at check-out to get $10 off an awesome dress shirt now. Download the new podcast now. And go behind-the-scenes at the members-only Classic Car Club Manhattan for video with Paul Rieckhoff and inspiring and iconic guests like Chris Cuomo, Malcolm Nance, Tom Collichio and Soledad O’Brien at AngryAmericans.us. You can also see American-made Angry Americans merch and find ways to take positive action nationwide and in your local community. Angry Americans is connecting, uniting and empowering people of all backgrounds nationwide. It’s changing the podcasting landscape. And it’s powered by Righteous Media.  Watch the Conversation: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

20. America is a Coke Bottle, Trump is Sid from Toy Story, Machete is a Helper, Richard Pryor’s Cousin is Homeless in Washington, DC

It’s the dog days of summer in America. And there is LOTS happening you need to know about. From the aftermath of the El Paso and Dayton massacres, to the evolving shooting situation in Philadelphia, to attempts to change the meaning of The Statue of Liberty, to the wave of veteran suicides happening in VA parking lots, Paul Rieckhoff (@Paul Rieckhoff) breaks down what you need to know–and what you may have missed. He rips into the attacks on our democracy that should alarm you–and talks to heroes that will inspire you. And this vital and patriotic episode continues to add light to all the political heat of this turbulent summer of news and politics. Angry Americans is more essential than ever–and is the rising voice for independent, concerned and informed people of all backgrounds. And Rieckhoff takes us deep into the streets of Washington, DC for a very different kind of guest. Angry Americans is the independent voice of the people. And in this episode, Rieckhoff takes us out into the streets of Washington, DC and inside Franklin Park–an epicenter of homelessness just blocks away from the White House–to talk to Frank and Michael. They are two men who’ve lived on the streets, seen it all and can teach everyone listening about the real state of affairs in America–and how to survive tough times. It’s an important and dynamic new episode of Angry Americans that is supported by Mizzen+Main (@MizzenAndMain). Mizzen+Main is an impactful American company headquartered in Texas that makes the most comfortable dress shirts on the planet. Made from performance fabrics, these are shirts every man in America should have. Especially now that the heat of summer is upon us. Visit Mizzen+Main’s website at www.Comfortable.AF and use the code ANGRYAMERICANS at check-out to get $10 off an awesome dress shirt now. Download the podcast now. Then, go behind-the-scenes for video at the members-only Classic Car Club Manhattan with host Paul Rieckhoff and inspiring and iconic guests like Peter Berg, Sarah Jessica Parker, Ron Perlman, Wes Moore and Ai Jen Poo at AngryAmericans.us. Angry Americans is one of the most important podcasts in American. It’s connecting, uniting and empowering people of all backgrounds nationwide and is powered by Righteous Media.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

19. JT Lewis, Losing Your Brother at Sandy Hook, Mass Shootings in El Paso and Dayton, GOP Strategist Rick Wilson, Will Trump Win Re-Election or Not, A Horse Named Apache

This is the most powerful interview we have ever had on Angry Americans. After mass shootings in El Paso and Dayton rocked our already fragile nation, Paul Rieckhoff (@Paul Rieckhoff) sat down exclusively with a young man that has captivated and inspired America: JT Lewis (@thejtlewis). JT Lewis knows more about mass shootings than just about anyone in America. He is the 19-year-old brother of Jesse Lewis, a 7-year-old hero who was one of 20 children and 6 adults murdered at the Sandy Hook massacre in Newtown, Connecticut. Young Jesse bravely rallied his friends to run for safety, just before losing his own life. After losing his only brother, then 12-year-old JT committed his life to honoring Jesse’s memory by making a difference in the world. He raised money for Rwandan genocide survivors, met with both Presidents Obama and Trump, and just three weeks ago announced his candidacy as a Republican for State Senate in Connecticut–at just 19-years old. The freshman college student and football player is a powerful voice on gun violence and an inspiration for all Americans. And especially right now, his is a voice that must be heard. And as a show that is always focused on being a voice for political independents, Angry Americans also check in with GOP strategist, media guru and former Giuliani adviser, Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson). Last week, we talked to Democrat whisperer, Tommy Vietor (@TVietor08) of Pod Save America (@PodSaveAmerica). This week, we get the other side of the aisle and talk to Republican whisperer Rick Wilson. Rick breaks Trump’s reaction to El Paso and Dayton, which Democrats are the strongest and boldly predicts whether or not Donald Trump will be re-elected. This emotional and necessary new episode of Angry Americans is supported by Mizzen+Main (@MizzenAndMain). Mizzen+Main is an impactful American company headquartered in Texas that makes the most comfortable dress shirts on the planet. Made from performance fabrics, these are shirts every man in America should check out. Especially now that the heat of summer is upon us. Visit Mizzen+Main’s website at www.Comfortable.AF and use the code ANGRYAMERICANS at check-out to get $10 off an awesome dress shirt now. Join the Angry Americans movement. Download the podcast now. And see behind-the-scenes videos with guests like Soledad O’Brien, Ron Perlman, Ai Jen Poo and Rachel Maddow, get some cool merch and more at AngryAmericans.us. If you’re not angry, you’re not paying attention. Angry Americans is connecting, uniting and empowering people of all backgrounds nationwide and is powered by Righteous Media.  Watch the Conversation: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

18. Tommy Vietor, The Democratic Debate Battle Royales, 9/11 Hero Rob Serra Goes to the White House, Detroit Rock City

This week, the clash of the Democratic political titans finally happened in Detroit. The leading candidates fighting to take on Donald Trump in 2020 battled on two massive nights in Detroit. And Angry Americans is channeling our inner Joe Rogan, Max Kellerman and Tyler Durden and breaking down all the political fighting from a unique, informed and independent viewpoint. Paul Rieckhoff (@Paul Rieckhoff) leads the charge and is joined by Democrat whisperer Tommy Vietor (@TVietor08). Tommy is one of the hosts of the groundbreaking podcast sensation, Pod Save America (@PodSaveAmerica, hosts Pod Save the World and is a founder of Crooked Media with Jon Favreau and Jon Lovett. He evaluates the candidates, takes us deep inside the strategies and tactics of the Democratic leaders and pulls back the curtain of debate prep from his experiences working directly alongside President Obama as only an experienced insider can. We also check in with 9/11 First Responder Rob Serra, just after leaving the White House Rose Garden signing of the historic 9/11 Victims Compensation Fund extension bill–an issue we’ve covered closely for months. We dive into the fighting spirit and resurgence of Detroit and as in every episode, Paul has a recommendation for how to turn your righteous anger into positive action. This rocking new episode of Angry Americans is supported by the innovators at Mizzen+Main (@MizzenAndMain). Mizzen+Main is an American company headquartered in Texas that makes awesomely comfortable dress shirts on the planet. Shirts that are must for every man now that the heat of summer has hit. Check out Mizzen+Main’s website at www.Comfortable.AF Yes, that’s really their website, Use code ANGRYAMERICANS at check-out to get $10 off a dress shirt now. Mizzen and Main. It’s never felt better to look your best. Join the movement. Download the pod now. And see behind-the-scenes videos with guests Sarah Jessica Parker, Friday Night Lights Director Peter Berg, NBC’s Willie Geist, get some cool merch, check out what’s next and more at AngryAmericans.us. If you’re not angry, you’re not paying attention. Angry Americans is connecting, uniting and empowering people of all backgrounds nationwide and is powered by Righteous Media.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

17. Amy McGrath, Defending Los Angeles on 9/11, Jon Stewart Whips Rand Paul’s Ass, Robert Mueller’s Military Service, Chick-fil-A vs Waffle House

This bold new episode of Angry Americans is feeling the need. The neeeeed for speeeeed. As the trailer for the new Top Gun: Maverick movie went viral nationwide, our guest for this episode has felt that need for speed. And the need for service. She was the first female Marine Corps pilot in history to fly the F/A-18 on a combat mission. Marine Fighter Pilot Amy McGrath (@AmyMcGrathKY) is running in the most-watched 2020 Senate race in America. After flying 89 combat missions against al Qaeda and the Taliban, the trailblazing combat veteran, former Naval Academy professor and mother of three just announced she’s running for the Senate in Kentucky versus the exceptionally unpopular Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell. It’s the biggest challenge of her life–and on the biggest political stage in America. McGrath sits down with fellow combat veteran Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) for an exclusive and extensive discussion about her race vs McConnell, breaking barriers in the Marine Corps, being in the cockpit of an F-18 on 9/11 tasked with defending all of Los Angeles, and how she got her unique and unforgettable call-sign. Paul also digs into the most urgent news stories in America: the Mueller testimony, the historic victory for 9/11 First Responders, Trump’s threats to drop a nuke on Afghanistan, the expanding measles threat–and lots more fun stuff. So, yes, as with every episode, there will be some whiskey. Because we need it. This pod is always an examination of the great American experiment, a distress call and a rally cry. And if you’re not angry, you’re not paying attention. But we promise you’ll leave this episode with a sense of the 4 I’s that we bring in every motivating installment of Angry Americans: integrity, information, inspiration and impact. Renowned activist Paul Rieckhoff always recommends ways to turn your righteous anger into positive action. And unites an audience that cares and is committed to making a difference in America. This compelling episode of Angry Americans is supported by our awesome friends at Mizzen+Main (@MizzenAndMain). Mizzen+Main is an innovative American company headquartered in Texas that makes dress shirts for men that are actually comfortable. Head on over to Mizzen+Main’s website at www.Comfortable.AF Yes, that’s really their website, Use code ANGRYAMERICANS at check-out to get $10 off a dress shirt now. Mizzen and Main. It’s never felt better to look your best. Join the movement. Download the pod now. And see behind-the-scenes videos with guests Amy McGrath, Chef Tom Colicchio, Sons of Anarchy’s Ron Perlman, Sarah Jessica Parker and more at AngryAmericans.us. If you’re not angry, you’re not paying attention. Angry Americans is connecting, uniting and empowering people of all backgrounds nationwide and is powered by Righteous Media.  Watch the Conversation: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

16. Soledad O’Brien, Trump The Racist, Senator Rand Paul SUCKS, Fireball Whiskey and Riding Horses, The Inspiration of Heroes Named Lewis

Racism is ripping American apart right now. As President Trump doubles-down on his Tweets, and the parties remain deeply divided, Army veteran and renowned activist @PaulRieckhoff breaks it all down from a unique perspective. He adds light to all the heat and brings the 4 I’s: integrity, information, impact and inspiration–and explores the history, the bigger picture and the way forward. He digs into the urgently important stories in the news you missed–like the troubling leadership situation at the Pentagon and the contentious Senate hearings this week focused on the potential new Secretary of Defense. And the latest on the First for 9/11 First Responders support. And we sit down for a candid, firey and fun conversation with media powerhouse Soledad O’Brien (@SoledadOBrien). She drops bombs on Trump and the media–and drops knowledge on politics and race relations in America. Soledad is fresh off hosting a BET forum with 4 of the candidates for President and makes a surprising whiskey choice. It’s a timely, real and inspiring conversion that takes you behind the scenes of the highest levels of media and politics. This episode of Angry Americans is again supported by our friends at Mizzen+Main (@MizzenAndMain). Mizzen+Main makes dress shirts for men that are actually comfortable. Yes, you heard that right. Dress shirts that are comfortable. But how? But why? Well, it’s their fabrics! Mizzen+Main shirts are made with performance fabrics. That means they stretch and move with you all day long. Head on over to Mizzen+Main’s website at www.Comfortable.AF Yes, that’s really their website! Use code ANGRYAMERICANS at check-out to get $10 off a dress shirt now. Mizzen and Main. It’s never felt better to look your best. And for awesome behind-the-scenes videos from this episode and exclusive video content featuring Soledad O’Brien, Peter Berg, Rachel Maddow, Tom Collicio, Sarah Jessica Parker and all our other recent guests, and for new American-made Angry Americans merchandise, visit AngryAmericans.us. If you’re not angry, you’re not paying attention. Angry Americans is connecting, uniting and empowering people of all backgrounds nationwide and is powered by Righteous Media. Join the movement now.  Watch the Conversation: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices