Category: Episodes

As the Iowa Caucuses remains undecided, impeachment rips America apart, and the State of the Union becomes a spectacle, Angry Americans gets you ready for the next Democratic Debate, the New Hampshire Primary and The Oscars with attitude and style. This news-making episode features controversial media sensation, Meghan McCain (@MeghanMcCain). [1:02:54] It’s Meghan uninterrupted and completely candid in a personal, extended interview that reveals sides of The View star you’ve never heard before. Meghan blasts the dysfunction of Iowa, shares why she loves shooting guns, and tells us what her favorite drink is. Recorded before a live audience in New York at the Classic Car Club Manhattan (@CCCManhattan) with independence, experience and wit, host Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) leads a fun and extensive talk with the controversial author and Republican activist. And Rieckhoff breaks down the massive politics of the Super Bowl, Trump’s pre-game interview with Hannity, The State of the Union, the Anniversary of the Tet Offensive and passing of legendary actor Kirk Douglas.  And on the anniversary of the Tet Offensive in Vietnam in 1968, we focus on the moving work of Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund. Please check them out the stories of those that died during that pivotal time.  This episode Angry Americans takes you behind the highest stakes of media, life in the spotlight and inside one of the most powerful modern political families in America. Download the podcast that has been featured by Variety, CNN, The New York Times, Vice and has recently topped the News and Politics podcast charts in America.  Join the Angry Americans community for upcoming event tickets and free behind-the-scenes video with guests like Meghan McCain, Susan Rice, Mayor Pete Buttigieg, Bradley Whitford, Sarah Jessica Parker, Tulsi Gabbard, Rachel Maddow, Samantha Bee and more. Get details on the upcoming live event in Los Angeles with Henry Rollins.   Angry Americans is connecting, uniting and empowering independent people nationwide. It’s changing the podcasting landscape. And powered by Righteous Media. Watch the Conversation: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this groundbreaking episode, you’ll hear a side of Ambassador Susan Rice that you’ve likely never heard before. This is Rice uncensored, frank and with the gloves completely off. She candidly shares her thoughts on the recent attacks on US troops in Iraq and the Trump impeachment, but also on the Grammy Awards, the death of Kobe Bryant, her first car, her favorite drink and what music makes her dance.  Rice lays out the single greatest threat facing America and shares what it was like to grow up as the daughter of an Army Air Force Officer who served with the legendary Tuskegee Airmen in a segregated military with restaurants that served German prisoners of war but not black soldiers like him. She opens up about what it taught her about leadership, about tenacity and about race in America. She also talks about if she’ll run for the US Senate in Maine and whether she’ll endorse a candidate in the Democratic primary.  Recorded before a live audience in New York with independence, experience and wit, host Paul Rieckhoff leads a fascinating and unique conversation with the former United Nations Ambassador, National Security Advisor and bestselling author of Tough Love. Rieckhoff also breaks down the politics of the Grammy Awards and the Super Bowl, the latest evolution of the scandal around Traumatic Brain Injuries in Iraq, and why Joe Rogan’s praise for Bernie Sanders has liberals going nuts.  And in the wake of the Kobe and Gianna Bryant tragedy, we focus on the inspiring work of After School All-Stars. Check them out and be a helper in whatever way you can.  This episode Angry Americans takes you behind the highest stakes of foreign policy, politics and global military conflict. Download the podcast that has been featured by Variety, CNN, The New York Times, Vice and has recently topped the News and Politics podcast charts in America.  Join the Angry Americans community for upcoming event tickets and free behind-the-scenes video with guests like Susan Rice, Mayor Pete Buttigieg, Bradley Whitford, Sarah Jessica Parker, Tulsi Gabbard, Rachel Maddow, Samantha Bee and more. Get details on upcoming live events in NYC and Los Angeles with Meghan McCain and Henry Rollins.   Angry Americans is connecting, uniting and empowering independent people nationwide. It’s changing the podcasting landscape. And powered by Righteous Media. Watch the Conversation: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fires engulfing Australia. Friendly fire on the 2020 campaign trail. Government forces firing on protestors in Hong Kong, Iran and Iraq. The fire of rocket attacks and enemy infiltrations hitting our troops from Kenya to Kabul. Tense protests in Richmond, Virginia continue to raise the heat–but thankfully, no fire. This time. And in Washington, the political fires of the last few years have grown to a roar– and now, the political fires engulf the entire capital–and the entire country. The impeachment trial of Donald J Trump has begun. It feels like it’s all closing in. And the walls of our country are being tested from outside–and from within. But even when the enemies are at the gates–and especially when the enemies are at the gates–there are guardians that hold the line. Standing watch on the ramparts of America–literally and ethically.  And in this episode, we hear candidly from one of the most impactful guardians of our democracy–who is now taking on the most powerful forces in technology and politics. [51:10] Yael Eisenstat (@YaelEisenstat) served courageously as a CIA officer for almost two decades. She now serves on the front lines of some of the most important issues of technology, national defense and protecting democracy in America. After leaving the CIA, Yael was named Global Head of Elections Integrity Operations at Facebook–a role she quickly left after facing deep resistance to change inside the tech giant. She would go on to reveal her CIA experience in a powerful and historic oped in The New York Times, blasting President Trump for politicizing her and her colleagues–including some that have died in the line of duty. She’s taken on Al-Shabaab militants, Mark Zuckerberg and Donald Trump.  Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) artfully draws out Yael’s fascinating story–and breaks down the latest news on the impeachment trial in the Senate, Trump’s outrageous comments dismissing Traumatic Brain Injuries facing hundreds of thousands of troops, why people love Andrew Yang and previews the upcoming Super Bowl clash with his trademark independence, experience, and wit.  And this episode, we highlight the vital work of The CIA Officers Memorial Foundation. We encourage you to check them out and be a helper in whatever way you can.  Angry Americans takes you behind the scenes of the CIA intelligence, Silicon Valley innovation and Washington incompetence. Download the hottest news and politics podcast in America that has been featured by Variety, CNN, The New York Times, Vice and more.  And join the Angry Americans community for upcoming event tickets and free behind-the-scenes video with guests like Jason Alexander, Mayor Pete Buttigieg, Bradley Whitford, Sarah Jessica Parker, Tulsi Gabbard, Rachel Maddow, Samantha Bee and more. Get details on upcoming live events in NYC and Los Angeles with Ambassador Susan Rice, Meghan McCain and Henry Rollins.   Angry Americans is connecting, uniting and empowering independent people nationwide. It’s changing the podcasting landscape. And powered by Righteous Media. To help support millions of vets facing devastating burn pits, check out Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA) and Burn Pits 360.  Watch the Conversation: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The regular season is over. The Iowa caucuses are almost here. And the Super Bowl is coming soon. It’s time for the playoffs! For football–and for politics. There are only four teams left in the NFL. And only six Democratic candidates left on the debate stage. Especially during the playoffs, if you’re not angry, you’re not paying attention. Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) breaks down the latest news on Iran, impeachment, the NFL playoffs and the Democratic debate in Iowa with his trademark independence, experience, and wit. And in this episode, Angry Americans (@AngryAmericans) dives deep into the high-stakes world of Presidential politics and media with a true legend of political journalism. [1:04:53] Errol Louis (@ErrolLouis) is the beloved host of Inside City Hall, a CNN Contributor and Director of the Urban Reporting Program at the City University of New York Graduate School of Journalism.   He’s closely covered Trump, Bloomberg, AOC, Yang, de Blasio, Sanders and many more.  From the intimate private fundraisers in massive penthouses owned by business moguls, movie stars and hedge funder masters, to the sets of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert—The Rachel Maddow Show—and Saturday Night Live, they’ll all be in NYC often over the next year. And whether it’s Donald Trump, or Andrew Yang or Mike Bloomberg, many of them have or still do call New York home. Like it or not, for better or for worse, the road to the White House goes through New York City.  And in this episode, we’ve got an incredible guest who is the unofficial Mayor of New York City. And a man who has moderated more debates than almost anyone. A man who also served as a panelist in the massively important 2016 Democratic presidential debate in Brooklyn between Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders. It was in April 2016, just 5 days before the crucial primary election in New York. It would serve to be Sanders’ last stand, before Clinton eventually got the nomination. And the great Errol Louis was on that stage. A steady, strong, focused voice—to keep things on track–and represent the people. And Louis a guy who made it all the way to that national stage, after himself starting out in the projects in Harlem as the humble son of cop.  Angry Americans is here to take you behind the curtain of Presidential debates, political media and bare-knuckles city politics with the 4 I’s: integrity, information, inspiration and impact. Download the hottest news and politics podcast in America that has been featured by Variety, CNN, The New York Times, Vice and more.  Download the newest Angry Americans podcast for free here. Then, join the Angry Americans community for upcoming event tickets and free behind-the-scenes video with guests like Jason Alexander, Mayor Pete Buttigieg, Bradley Whitford, Sarah Jessica Parker, Tulsi Gabbard, Rachel Maddow, Samantha Bee and more. Get the scoop on our upcoming live events first via our free newsletter here.   Angry Americans is connecting, uniting and empowering independent people nationwide. It’s changing the podcasting landscape. And powered by Righteous Media.

With America locked in a global face-off with Iran, Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) breaks down the latest news with his trademark independence, experience, and humor. This episode, we approach the enormous stress of this precarious time in history with light, rather than heat. Angry Americans (@AngryAmericans) goes deep into an extremely human side of the issue with one of the most successful Iran-American business and cultural leaders in America.  Kanye West called Mazdack Rassi (@MazdackRassi) a visionary. [39:00] He is an Iranian-American real estate, fashion and branding entrepreneur and creative force that has changed the face of American business and culture. He is best known as the co-founder and Creative Director of Milk Studios (@Milk)–a groundbreaking and globally-recognized creative ecosystem where visionary designers, artists, and brands unite to create, collaborate and share their work with the most influential audience in the world. Rassi is also co-founder of Milk Makeup and Camp David in Brooklyn, New York and serves on the Board of Directors for Burton Snowboards and Parsons School of Design.  Angry Americans is here to take you through the headlines–and deep inside a fascinating world of fashion, branding, business and cool with the 4 I’s: integrity, information, inspiration and impact. Download the hottest news and politics podcast in America that has been featured by Variety, CNN, The New York Times, Vice and more.  If you’re not angry, you’re not paying attention. But there are also good reasons to be happy and inspired. Download the newest Angry Americans podcast for free here. Then, join the Angry Americans community for upcoming event tickets and free behind-the-scenes video with incredible guests including Jason Alexander, Mayor Pete Buttigieg, Bradley Whitford, Sarah Jessica Parker, Rick Wilson, Tulsi Gabbard, Rachel Maddow, Samantha Bee and more. Angry Americans is connecting, uniting and empowering people of all backgrounds nationwide. It’s changing the podcasting landscape. And powered by Righteous Media. Watch the Interview: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy New decade! The new year is picking up right where 2019 left off. Mayhem is our new normal. The American embassy in Iraq is under siege, Trump is again threatening war with Iran and North Korea is promising a new year of missiles and madness. Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) breaks it all down with his trademark independence, extensive experience, and a dash of humor. And he takes the pod to the boardwalk of Miami Beach on New Year’s Day [14:11] to talk to Angry Americans who are wild, weird and wonderful—-and all ready for a new, happier decade. So shake off that hangover, people. A new decade is here. And Angry Americans is here to take you into it with the 4 I’s: integrity, information, inspiration and impact. Download the hottest news and politics podcast in America that was just featured in The New York Times on New Year’s Day.  Even in the first days of the new year there is righteous reason to be angry. And just like before, as we enter a new decade, if you’re not angry, you’re not paying attention.  But there are also good reasons to be happy and inspired. Download the newest Angry Americans podcast for free here. Then, join the Angry Americans community for upcoming 2020 event tickets and free behind-the-scenes video with incredible guests including Jason Alexander, Mayor Pete Buttigieg, Bradley Whitford, Sarah Jessica Parker, Rick Wilson, Tulsi Gabbard, Rachel Maddow, Samantha Bee and more. Angry Americans is connecting, uniting and empowering people of all backgrounds nationwide. It’s changing the podcasting landscape. And powered by Righteous Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whew! We made it. Christmas is over. Hanukkah is almost over. Festivus is done. And host Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) has one last holiday gift: a special and quick end of year episode with some of our best guests from an incredible year of pods. It’s a short one. And a happy one. We’ll hear from a few of our best guests from an amazing 2019.  After every conversation with an important, iconic and/or inspiring guest, there is a giving of the gifts. Each guest gets a few gifts of appreciation from Paul. And in those moments, their reactions (and choices) give us an insight into who they really are. On Angry Americans, guests always get some fun questions–and some tough questions. But it’s in the giving of the gifts that these amazing guests are often most authentically revealed. And, where we got some content gift of our own over the course of a memorable 2019. So, you’ll hear from CNN’s Chris Cuomo [20:55], activist and author Zainab Salbi [24:22], the wise and learned Ai Jen Poo [32:08], Drug expert Ethan Nadelmman [35:03], rockstar comedian Samantha Bee [40:41], Twitter firestarter and media critic Soledad O’Brien [43:23], and the great Top Chef himself, Tom Collichio [48:57]. They’re some quick pops of the 4 I’s that’ll end your 2019 right. If you’re not angry, you’re not paying attention. But there are also good reasons to be happy and inspired. Download the newest Angry Americans podcast for free here. Then, join the Angry Americans community for upcoming event tickets and free behind-the-scenes video with recent guests including Jason Alexander, Mayor Pete Buttigieg, Bradley Whitford, Soledad O’Brien Chef Tom Collichio, Tulsi Gabbard, Rachel Maddow, Samantha Bee and more. Angry Americans is connecting, uniting and empowering people of all backgrounds nationwide. It’s changing the podcasting landscape. And powered by Righteous Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode, we have a very special Festivus gift for all you good little boys and girls! Jason Alexander (@IJasonAlexander) joins Angry Americans for an extended and extremely candid conversation. Following our massive episode with Mayor Pete Buttigieg, we’ve got a huge change of pace. The man himself! The legend. The iconic actor who played George Constanza on Seinfeld is here to tell us about the true founding story of Festivus!  And he’ll share amazing stories from an incredible life of laughs, lessons—and activism. In this episode, you’ll get a special holiday gift. You’ll meet the man behind the character you know so well. You’ll hear Jason explain what it’s been like to live life in a world where everyone thinks he’s really George Constanza. But you’ll also hear about his almost 40 years of entertaining America–from stage with Chita Rivera, to Pretty Woman with Julia Roberts, to a voicework on Dora the Explorer to a video with Nickelback. He won a Tony Award and is known worldwide. But he’s also a committed activist, a patriot, a father–and one of the most entertaining, insightful and inspiring American success stories you’ll ever hear. And yes, even Jason Alexander is angry. But this candid, extended, fun conversation will bring you hope–and happiness this holiday.  But first, even during Festivus, if you’re not angry, you’re not paying attention. Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) soars like Santa through the headlines you need to know about in news, politics and culture. Impeachment, the latest Democratic debate, Nigerian-American immigrant Kamaru Usman vs Trump-loving Colby Covington for the UFC Welterweight Championship, and the importance of Emmet Otter’s Jugband Christmas.  And just like in every episode, you can be a helper. Scleroderma is a disease that impacts hundreds of thousands of Americans. Those affected by the disease describe it as like having your body turn to stone. Learn more and support the Scleroderma Foundation of America (@scleroderma). Don’t just be angry. Be active.   Angry Americans is supported by Oscar Mike. An innovative Veteran-owned and American-Made lifestyle apparel brand, Oscar Mike creates awesome sweatshirts, t-shirts, hats and performance gear. It’s high quality, affordable and made in the USA. Please check out the Angry Americans Oscar Mike merch store now. If you’re not angry, you’re not paying attention. But there are also good reasons to be happy and inspired. Download the newest Angry Americans podcast for free here. Then, join the Angry Americans community for upcoming event tickets and free behind-the-scenes video with recent guests including Jason Alexander, Mayor Pete Buttigieg, Bradley Whitford, Soledad O’Brien Chef Tom Collichio, Tulsi Gabbard, Rachel Maddow, Samantha Bee and more. Angry Americans is connecting, uniting and empowering people of all backgrounds nationwide. It’s changing the podcasting landscape. And powered by Righteous Media. Watch the Conversation: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Harry Smith (@HarrySmith) [39:25] is an American media legend. The inspiring and beloved journalist has been a fixture in living rooms all across the country for decades. At NBC, CBS and A&E, Harry has told the stories of America. As the holiday season approaches, we’ll take a tour through the heart of our country with a wise and learned guide that’s driven the roads, climbed the mountains, rowed the rivers, and walked the trails.  Harry is a trusted voice for all Americans. But you’ve never heard him candid and uninterrupted by commercials like this. Harry man who has seen all 50 states and knows the inside of America better than almost anyone. He’s told the stories of Presidential candidates, poet laureates and parents who’ve lost children to the opioid epidemic. He understands politics, media, culture and life like very few. And he represents the very best of the spirit and heart of America. But like all of us, even Harry Smith is angry sometimes. He’ll tell you why. And he’ll share what makes him happy, his tips on succeeding in life, what he thinks of the presidential candidates, his first car and his favorite cocktail. Combat veteran, author and renowned activist Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) is our host, has known Harry for over a decade and counts him as a friend and a mentor. He takes Angry Americans (@AngryAmericans) through the life of Harry Smith and through the latest news headlines with independence, speed and humor. And he’ll dig into Trump’s crazy trip to NATO, all the candidates dropping out of the 2020 race and the new Tesla electric pick-up truck.  This episode is supported by Fort Hamilton Whiskey. [106:25] A finely crafted American rye whiskey born in Brooklyn, NY, Fort Hamilton is made purely from rye, malted barley, yeast and no nonsense. Celebrating Alexander Hamilton’s Hearts of Oak Militia and the military base that bears his name, this patriotic whiskey honors American bravery and and celebrates the fighting spirit of Angry Americans. Fort Hamilton Whiskey is The Spirit of Revolution. And some damn good whiskey.  If you’re not angry, you’re not paying attention. But there are also good reasons to be happy and inspired. Download the new Angry Americans podcast for free here now. Then, join the Angry Americans newsletter to get free behind-the-scenes video of recent guests including Samantha Bee, Bob Woodruff, Bradley Whitford, Soledad O’Brien, Rachel Maddow, Ron Perman, Tulsi Gabbard and more. Angry Americans is connecting, uniting and empowering people of all backgrounds nationwide. It’s changing the podcasting landscape. And powered by Righteous Media. Watch the Conversation: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices