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Fear, Facts & Civil Discourse: Adam Swart on AI, Media & Modern Protests | Episode 88

Today we’re joined by Adam Swart, founder of Crowds on Demand and someone with over a decade of experience inside the world of organized demonstrations, public mobilization, media influence, and narrative shaping. Adam has appeared across major media outlets discussing how modern protests are funded, coordinated, and increasingly shaped by messaging, incentives, and media dynamics. But this episode became much more than just a conversation about protests. Early in the interview, the discussion became tense as we pushed back on several fear-driven narratives surrounding artificial intelligence, governance, and the future of technology. The conversation hit a real moment of friction where disagreement became unavoidable. And honestly… that’s what made this episode important. Instead of turning the conversation into chaos, hostility, or personal attacks, we worked through the disagreement in real time, re-engaged the discussion, and demonstrated something that is becoming increasingly rare in modern media: Civil discourse. We may not have agreed on everything. But we agreed on something bigger: People with different perspectives must still be willing to communicate, challenge ideas constructively, ask difficult questions, and lead by example. From there, the conversation opened up into a deep discussion about: • Organized protests and public demonstrations • Media narratives and perception shaping • AI fear, governance, and accountability • Public trust and transparency • Incentive structures behind modern systems • Constructive disagreement in America • The importance of critical thinking and open dialogue This episode is a reminder that difficult conversations do not have to become destructive conversations. Truth isn’t partisan — it’s patriotic. CONNECT & FOLLOW The Patriot Party Movement https://thepatriotparty.us/ CivicTruth Media Group https://civictruthmediagroup.com/ American Institute for Civic Leadership https://theaicl.org/ Follow the journey: https://x.com/matpatriotparty Adam Swart: www.crowdsondemand.com

Lewis Herms on California Corruption, Taxes, Audits & Broken Systems | Patriot Party Podcast Ep. 87

Independent California governor candidate Lewis Herms joins The Patriot Party Podcast for a deep conversation on corruption, taxes, audits, government accountability, civic disengagement, and whether America’s core problem is bad leadership or broken systems. Topics include: - California taxes - Government waste - Political corruption - Child trafficking - Protecting seniors - Civic engagement - Independent politics - Accountability - Constitutional principles - Long-term reform This episode focuses on practical solutions, transparency, and systems-level discussion — not partisan talking points. Patriotism isn’t partisan — it’s patriotic. Links to Stay Connected: • Website: https://thepatriotparty.us/ [https://thepatriotparty.us/] • X (formerly Twitter) https://x.com/matpatriotparty [https://x.com/matpatriotparty] • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thepatriotparty?_t=ZT-8zAm6YqHs9F&_r=1 [https://www.tiktok.com/@thepatriotparty?_t=ZT-8zAm6YqHs9F&_r=1] • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thepatriotpartyus [https://www.youtube.com/@Thepatriotpartyus] • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Dop5HEJbf/?mibextid=wwXIfr [https://www.facebook.com/share/1Dop5HEJbf/?mibextid=wwXIfr] • Support Our Store:  https://thepatriotpartyus.etsy.com [https://thepatriotpartyus.etsy.com]

Experts vs The People: Who Should Shape the Law? | Matt & Bob Martin, JD Ep. 86

In this episode, Matt sits down with Bob Martin, JD, MSW — a veteran trial lawyer and cultural commentator — for a respectful, solution-focused debate on a critical question: Who should shape the law — experts, or the people? Drawing on over four decades of legal experience, Bob shares his perspective on constitutional intent, legal systems, and the role of expertise. Matt introduces a different framework — one centered on structured public participation and AI-enhanced legislation designed to give everyday Americans a voice in the process. Together, they explore: * The original vision of the Founders * Where modern systems may have drifted * The balance between expertise and accessibility * Whether the current system captures the best ideas — or filters them out This is not about winning an argument. It’s about building better systems. Links to Stay Connected: • Website: https://thepatriotparty.us/ [https://thepatriotparty.us/] • X (formerly Twitter) https://x.com/matpatriotparty [https://x.com/matpatriotparty] • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thepatriotparty?_t=ZT-8zAm6YqHs9F&_r=1 [https://www.tiktok.com/@thepatriotparty?_t=ZT-8zAm6YqHs9F&_r=1] • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thepatriotpartyus [https://www.youtube.com/@Thepatriotpartyus] • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Dop5HEJbf/?mibextid=wwXIfr [https://www.facebook.com/share/1Dop5HEJbf/?mibextid=wwXIfr] • Support Our Store:  https://thepatriotpartyus.etsy.com [https://thepatriotpartyus.etsy.com]

Parents vs Government: Who Really Controls Education? | Virginia Gentles & Matt Ep. 85

Who really controls your child’s education — parents, schools, or the system itself? In this episode of The Patriot Party, we sit down with Virginia Gentles [chatgpt://generic-entity?number=0] to break down one of the most important and controversial issues in America today: education freedom and parental rights. Drawing from her experience at both the federal and state levels, Virginia brings a grounded perspective on how incentives, policies, and institutional structures shape what happens in our classrooms. This conversation goes beyond headlines and talking points. We explore: • Who actually holds decision-making power in education • How current systems impact parents and students • What school choice looks like in practice • The long-term effects of pandemic-era learning loss • The role of technology in modern education • Where reform efforts succeed — and where they fail Most importantly, we focus on practical, realistic solutions that can improve education today — not in theory, but in reality. Links to Stay Connected: • Website: https://thepatriotparty.us/ [https://thepatriotparty.us/] • X (formerly Twitter) https://x.com/matpatriotparty [https://x.com/matpatriotparty] • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thepatriotparty?_t=ZT-8zAm6YqHs9F&_r=1 [https://www.tiktok.com/@thepatriotparty?_t=ZT-8zAm6YqHs9F&_r=1] • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thepatriotpartyus [https://www.youtube.com/@Thepatriotpartyus] • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Dop5HEJbf/?mibextid=wwXIfr [https://www.facebook.com/share/1Dop5HEJbf/?mibextid=wwXIfr] • Support Our Store:  https://thepatriotpartyus.etsy.com [https://thepatriotpartyus.etsy.com]

No Child Should Sleep on the Floor — How One Man Built a Movement | Luke Mickelson & Matt Ep. 84

What happens when one person decides to solve a problem instead of talk about it? In this episode of The Patriot Party, we sit down with Luke Mickelson [chatgpt://generic-entity?number=0], founder of Sleep in Heavenly Peace [chatgpt://generic-entity?number=1], a nonprofit that has delivered over 350,000 beds to children across the United States and beyond. What started as a simple act in a garage has grown into a nationwide movement powered by volunteers, communities, and a shared commitment to making a difference. This conversation is about more than charity — it’s about action. We explore how small acts can scale into meaningful impact, what it takes to build something that lasts, and how everyday Americans can step up in their own communities. This episode is a reminder that real change doesn’t always come from systems — it often starts with people. Links to Stay Connected: • Website: https://thepatriotparty.us/ [https://thepatriotparty.us/] • X (formerly Twitter) https://x.com/matpatriotparty [https://x.com/matpatriotparty] • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thepatriotparty?_t=ZT-8zAm6YqHs9F&_r=1 [https://www.tiktok.com/@thepatriotparty?_t=ZT-8zAm6YqHs9F&_r=1] • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thepatriotpartyus [https://www.youtube.com/@Thepatriotpartyus] • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Dop5HEJbf/?mibextid=wwXIfr [https://www.facebook.com/share/1Dop5HEJbf/?mibextid=wwXIfr] • Support Our Store:  https://thepatriotpartyus.etsy.com [https://thepatriotpartyus.etsy.com]