American Snippets

The events in Washington DC stunned our nation. While the media was quick to offer its version of events, the people who were there found it difficult to do so; our attempts to live stream were thwarted by an overwhelmed system combined with suppression of services.For hours, the only reports available were what the mainstream media presented. Much of what was reported was true. Much was not.It is important for every American to investigate multiple sources of information and make your own determination of what happened based on different viewpoints and reporting.In this episode of American Snippets, Co-Host Barb Allen sits down with her friends from their DC hotel room, the morning after the protest. They share their firsthand accounts of what happened in the streets and at the Capitol. They limit this strictly to what they saw themselves.Some of the areas discussed include:Crowd SizeCrowd energyWhat it was like to be at the Washington monument during the rallyWhat happened outside the Department of JusticeW

Hamody Jasim was 12 years old when he was arrested and tortured in one of Saddam Hussein’s prisons. Hamody enlisted in the Iraq Army while still a teeenager, and was ultimately recruited by the United States Intelligence Community. He went on to become a major asset to that community - and to America-  by eliminating high-level Al-Qaeda and Islamic State operatives, and terrorist organizations. Hamody was hunted and tracked by Al Qaeda until he was forced to flee to America in order to save his own life. He remains in touch with his contacts in the Intelligence community, and stays up to date on recurring and emerging threats to the country he gave so much in service of. He is an author and speaker, and produced a documentary detailing his experiences and insight. We interviewed Hamody back in Episode #21. Since our community has grown and our country has taken such drastic turns, we are bringing him back to apply his extensive knowledge to current events, and share his insight on all of it. In this episode o

Sean Whalen is among the leading entrepreneurs in the mindset and lifestyle arena. His brand, Lions Not Sheep, is proudly patriotic and unabashedly assertive in its branding. Sean draws upon his personal and professional struggles to teach his community the lessons he's learned and lead them to apply those lessons in their own lives. He's well-known for his unconventional style his community loves him for. Recently, he's been using his platform to speak up about the lockdowns, mandates, and the impact these policies are having on everyday Americans.We went in depth with Sean in his interview, which was episode #149. In this episode, we are sharing snippets of that interview. Listen in for a states of what Sean had to say about his own background, how being raised in the Mormon faith impacted him, what it means to be self-reliant, and what the American Dream looks like today.*Don't forget to rate, leave a review, and download 10 episodes. The first 25 people to leave a 5 star written review will win a FREE Pat

Law Enforcement is one of the hottest topics of debate in this country. One political party paints police officers as villains, even comparing them to Nazis, while the other acknowledges flaws in law enforcement and seeks to remedy those while also supporting police officers. In Episode #160, we brought Officer Parker to you. He is a Law Enforcement Officer who has both experienced racism and hardships as a civilian, and the direct impact of the anti-police movement as he serves his community. Officer Parker has taken his insight and messages online, where he has grown an audience of Americans invested in the well-being of our country. In this episode, we share some of the highlights of his interview as he talks about his own past trauma, and what it's like to be a police officer today.  *Don't forget to rate, leave a review, and download 10 episodes. The first 25 people to leave a 5 star written review will win a FREE Patriotic T-Shirt.  Contest ends on Jan 3rd, 2021.Catch our full interview with  Officer Pa

Craig Sawyer is a former member of SEAL Team 6, and a veteran of the Federal Marshal Service. His federal career came to an end after he blew the whistle to expose leadership corruption. From there, Craig followed a path that ultimately lead him to found Veterans for Child Rescue. He and his team, including his daughter, who is a sexual assault survivor, work together to expose and bring to justice those who prey on children, Craig shared details of his whistleblowing experience and his current work in his full interview, aired in episode #143. Here in this episode, we bring you some snippets of what Craig shared with us. Listen in as Craig describes how he exposed federal corruption, what the sitting President Obama did to the guilty person, and his work to rescue children.*Don't forget to rate, leave a review, and download 10 episodes. The first 25 people to leave a 5 star written review will win a FREE Patriotic T-Shirt.  Contest ends on Jan 3rd, 2021.Catch our full interview with  Craig Sawyer in Episode 

Eric Post is a Marine Corps veteran and a proud American family man. He has created partnerships and built businesses to achieve significant success. More recently, he has become an on-the-ground leader in the besieged area of Portland, Oregon, and an inspirational leader to people across the country who are seeking ways to restore patriotism and reclaim the American Spirit. He has become an advocate for the truth and for true unity, and a determined defender of the freedoms he and others gave so much in service of.Eric shared his story with us in February of 2020, when the Coronavirus was still new and the worst of lockdowns, divisiveness, and chaos was yet to come. We’ve highlighted snippets of his interview and shared them here. In this episode, Eric shares his insight on the meaning of patriotism, and talks about what the American Dream still means today.*Don't forget to rate, leave a review, and download 10 episodes. The first 25 people to leave a 5 star written review will win a FREE Patriotic T-Shirt.

David Webb is an acclaimed radio and broadcast host . He's a political activist who has appeared on news shows around the globe. Today he’s most often seen on Fox Nation, where he hosts Reality Check, and heard on Sirius XM Patriot, where he hosts The David Webb Show. Regardless of what network or what platform he’s on David freely shares his insight and commentary on all aspects of the political world.His outspokenness has earned him plenty of critics. Those with opposing beliefs and political views often angrily take to their keyboards with outrage or mockery as they condemn David and everyone who agrees with him. Occasionally, even someone on air with him will do so. One particular incident swept the nation, but not in the manner which the challenger intended.  CNN legal analyst Areva Martin accused him of 'white privilege' during a debate on his radio show. “David,” Areva said, “by virtue of being a white male you have white privilege.”Anyone who knows or follows David knows these two things about him: (1

Ray Care is a former Navy SEAL with multiple deployments in his years of service. He has since become a leader in mindset and team building, working with people like Bedros Keuilian and Jason Redman as well as in his own program, CONQUER. Ray has also been seen in blockbusters like Captain Phillips and popular shows like Ultimate Hell Week and The Selection. Last March, Ray sat down with us and talked about lessons he’s learned that could help Americans as we entered into the early days of the pandemic, in what became the most tumultuous year in modern American history. In this episode we spotlighted some of Ray’s interview to refresh you on some of his insight and lessons. As a heads up- this is not an episode for those who are easily offended. But if you are like us and ready to double down on leading yourself, your family, and your community through our challenges, so we can preserve America’s core values and make 2021 our greatest year, you don’t want to miss what Ray has to say!*Don't forget to rate, lea

Retired United States Army Staff Sergeant Travis Mills of the 82nd Airborne is a recalibrated warrior, motivational speaker, actor, author and an advocate for veterans and amputees. Travis is a quadruple amputee, having lost portions of both his arms and legs. In spite of his challenges, Travis has emerged as a leader, advocate, and inspiration. He created a nonprofit to serve other wounded warriors. He became an entrepreneur. He is an in-demand speaker who cracks his audiences up while imparting powerful lessons. Given the current events in our country, we selected Travis’s interview to highlight in our countdown to the New Year. Americans are pushing themselves to overcome massive physical, financial, emotional and spiritual challenges, and Travis drops some nuggets that will help.Here are some of his words on staying positive regardless of what you are facing. He talks about how he finds strength remembering the friends he lost, and the gratitude he holds for the medical teams that went all-in on his care

In 2005, Glenn Lundy was homeless and suicidal. He’d lost custody of his only child, destroyed relationships, and allowed a successful career to fall by the wayside. Today, he is among the country’s most sought-after GM’s in the auto industry. He is a proud husband and father to 7 children, with his 8th on the way. Glenn is the creator of the Rise and Grind morning show that has grown into a major brand, and he is an expert in both business culture development and leadership training. He has been featured in People Magazine, as well as other major networks and publicationsIn this episode of American Snippets, Glenn Lundy shares his personal and professional experiences and talks about how he’s leveraged the most painful moments  of his past to become major assets in his work today. Help Us Keep America Awesome

Ron Hammond is a former CIA Operations Officer and US Army Guard Officer. He has over 28 years in the Intelligence Community where he focused on the Middle East and South Asia, more specifically on combating terrorism and stopping the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. Ron maintained professional involvement in the Defense Industry over the years, developing cutting edge technology and running related businesses. Today he is fully invested in his solution to censorship, the attack on free speech, and access to full and truthful news. His solution is in the form of a new platform operated by and featuring himself and numerous other highly qualified professionals from various areas of military, government, or first responder communities. OpsLens is emerging as an innovative and interactive platform at the forefront of patriotism and current events.In this episode, Ron Hammond talks about the personal and professional side of life as a CIA Officer, his work in the Defense Industry, and how OpsLens is

Retired LAPD Homicide Detective Don Tabak is a nationally recognized crime analyst. While serving with the LAPD, Don, and his team solved 100% of the cases assigned to them. Don is now a nationally recognized crime analyst and  an accomplished Private Investigator, heading up his own firm that works domestically and abroad. From some of the most notorious cases in Hollywood, to the discreet cases of his private clients, there is little Don has not seen or experienced in the world of investigating crime. In this episode of American Snippets, Don shares that expertise and experience with us, as he answers questions about the field of criminal investigations and takes us behind the scenes of some of his cases. 

James Dever is a former Marine who now works in Hollywood. His career as a military technical advisor for the biggest movies made started by chance, while he was still actively serving in the United States Marines. He was assigned to work alongside Clint Eastwood to ensure he accurately portrayed the role of a Marine. After 25 years of service, James picked up where he’d left off with that experience, and pursued a professional career in Hollywood. With blockbusters like Heartbreak Ridge, The Last Samurai, and other award-winning films on his resume, James is at the top of his industry.In this episode of American Snippets, James shares his personal story that lead him to the Marines and some behind-the scenes mishaps on big movies. He offers his own insight into Hollywood trends, what it takes to produce a quality military movie, and his unique view of what the American Dream is.Watch this interview with James Dever on YouTubeFollow us on Instagram:@americansnippets@barballenspeaks@davebrownliveVisit us onlin

Army veteran Bobby Henline is the sole survivor of an IED explosion. The catastrophic  injuries  he miraculously survived left him severely disfigured. He required years of hospitalizations and surgeries. But with all the focus on treating his physical wounds, the hidden wounds festered.Bobby plunged into depression that could easily be attributed to the scars he bears, the arm he lost, and  the altered appearance caused by those injuries. While Bobby was struggling through those things, the most dangerous wounds he faced were a result of survivor's guilt and post traumatic stress.It’s been 13 years since that explosion, and Bobby is now fully immersed in a new life. He is a successful speaker, entrepreneur, and comedian. He is engaged to a woman he loves, his relationships with his kids are thriving, and he has found a way to use all of his experiences to guide and support others faced with their own trauma.In this episode of American Snippets, Bobby Henline talks about his 30 year path from a 19 year-old ,d

Anthony Russo had every excuse to fail in life. He grew up wrapped in the cloud of poverty, addiction, and constant stress. But instead of allowing his challenges to become his excuses, he turned them into building blocks to be the change in his own life. He went on to build a multi-million dollar business with 2000 employees before deciding there was more he wanted to do with his life. Today he is at the forefront of a new wave of warriors in a new battle threatening to overcome America- the battle for the hearts and minds of our citizens. His movement, BetheChange is impacting thousands of Americans who crave a platform and outlet to nurture positivity and ignite meaningful change. With ambassadors like Kash Lee Kelly and other patriotic Americans, Anthony is leading a charge to counter the negativity and anti-patriotic movements in our country. In this episode of American Snippets, Anthony opens up on his childhood, his early failures, and the pivotal moment that awakened him to his next level of his perso

Don Bramer grew up on a Kentucky ranch, riding rodeo before joining college and joining a fraternity. A newly elected State Senator was a member of the same fraternity. He suggested Don come intern for him, which led Don into the political arena working for several top politicians. Don’s decision of pursuing that political path or returning to his Kentucky roots disappeared on 9/11. That’s when his military bloodline and his sense of patriotism called him into military service. He spent years as an Intelligence Officer on repeated deployments before returning home and reentering the world of politics. Today Don Bramer is among the most influential Lobbyists in the country. His company, Bramer Group, is at the forefront of advocating for veterans, American manufacturing, and Defense. Frequently asked to appear on national news network, Don is a familiar presence to those who stay up to date on current events. In this episode Don Bramer shares who that newly elected Senator- now one of the most powerful politic

The story of SEAL Team 10 was widely publicized through the book and movie, Lone Survivor. Because of that, many of us know about the extraordinary courage and tragic deaths of the men on that Afghanistan mountain with Marcus Luttrell. We also know that a Chinook helicopter with a force consisting of SEALS and 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment “Nightstalkers” was shot down during a rescue attempt, killing all 16 men on board. What is lesser known is the story of the men on that Chinook, or the ones who were left to grieve for the husbands, fathers, sons, brothers, and friends. In this episode of American Snippets, Charissa Fontan Westfall, author  of Beautiful Tragedy and widow of Chief Petty Officer Jacques Fontan, shares her story of love, loss, and triumph she’s experienced since the death of her husband and the new love that came into her life.

Travis Chappell is an expert on building networks and relationships. His own network is massive and the multi-tiered relationships he’s built are the result of the value he’s brought to those relationships as well as the value he’s gained. His success as a top podcast creator, a real estate investor, and relationship expert can appear to be all about fun and luck, but in reality, it’s a world away from where he started.In this episode of American Snippets, Travis shares his story of how his life went from one extreme to another. He talks about what led him to step out of the isolated community and a path to the seminary, and into a national arena. He also offers hard-earned insight into what it takes to build and grow the kind of relationships and expertise that will help you achieve your own vision of success.Watch this interview with Travis Chappell on YouTubeFollow us on Instagram:@americansnippets@barballenspeaks@davebrownliveVisit us online, shop apparel, and join the Great American Syndicate!www.america

Army veteran Erik Shaw is the founder of Tactical 16 publishing company. Tactical 16 works primarily with authors in the Armed Forces, Police, Fire, and Rescue communities in a hybrid publishing model designed to be an affordable yet powerful outlet to write and publish their books. Having recently stepped away from running that company, Erik moved into the same work for professional athletes. He’s also a member of the United States Space and continues to offer brand and marketing support to the company he founded. example of someone who's maintained.In this episode of American Snippets, Erik shares some ins-and-outs of the publishing world and offers a peek at his work with the Space Force. He talks about his experiences working with professional athletes and how politics has entered their athletic profession as well as how it can impact their personal branding. Finally, Erik explains why he’s fast becoming a beacon of humor and positivity on social media, and why that matters in today’s climate. Watch this

Police Officer Gregory Parker captured the country’s eye when a news crew caught him on video running down and capturing a suspect. That video led to a call from the hit TV show, Ultra Tag, and from there Officer Parker’s public platform exploded.Today, even as he continues to serve in law enforcement, he is a well known Social Media Influencer who uses his platform to inspire, encourage, and lead others through challenges. He is passionate about representing the humanity behind the badge a police officer wears and in today’s volatile climate, with so much anger and violence being directed at police officers, he is a much-needed voice of reason.In this episode of American Snippets, Officer Parker opens up about his own tumultuous childhood, the mentor that helped him overcome his past, and how he really feels about his career as a police officer.Watch this interview with Officer Parker on YouTubeFollow us on Instagram:@americansnippets@barballenspeaks@davebrownliveVisit us online, shop apparel, and join our c