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Advocating for Veterans: Darin Selnick on Healthcare Reform and Choice

In this episode of American Potential, host Jeff Crank welcomes Darin Selnick, a United States Air Force veteran and senior advisor for Concerned Veterans for America. Selnick shares his extensive background in healthcare and military service, discussing how these experiences shaped his role as a senior advisor to two VA secretaries and as the Veterans Affairs advisor for the president at the Domestic Policy Council during the Trump Administration.
Dive into the challenges veterans face with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) healthcare system, including long wait times and travel difficulties. Selnick passionately argues for the importance of choice and competition in veterans' healthcare, detailing his efforts to improve electronic health records and community care delivery at the VA.
Learn about Senator Marsha Blackburn's Vets Healthcare Freedom Act, aimed at normalizing the Managed Care process in the VA system and providing veterans with more freedom to choose their healthcare providers. Join us for an insightful conversation on the critical need for reform in the VA healthcare system to ensure veterans receive the quality care they deserve.
 
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Surviving Venezuela's Collapse: Gordo DeCastro's Quest for a Better Life

In this powerful episode of American Potential, host Jeff Crank interviews Gordo DeCastro, who shares his harrowing journey from a prosperous life in Venezuela to seeking refuge in the United States. Gordo recounts his family's successful businesses and the comfortable life they led before Venezuela's economy collapsed due to hyperinflation and rampant crime. He vividly describes the deteriorating situation, including the government's harsh actions against business owners, which culminated in his father's kidnapping by state-affiliated individuals.
Gordo reflects on the stark differences between Venezuela and the United States, particularly the safety and opportunities available in America. He highlights the cultural shock of experiencing a country where rule of law and personal freedom are upheld. Gordo's story is a testament to the resilience and determination required to leave everything behind for a better life. His journey underscores the importance of protecting and appreciating the freedoms often taken for granted.
Tune in to hear Gordo's compelling story and his passion for the American dream.
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Cutting Through Red Tape: Kansas’ Fight Against Overregulation

In this episode of American Potential, host Jeff Crank discusses the impact of overregulation on businesses and consumers in Kansas with State Representative Barb Wasinger and Randy Stookey, Senior Vice President and General Counsel for the Kansas Grain and Feed Association. They delve into the newly passed House Bill 2648, which seeks to curb excessive regulations by giving the state legislature greater oversight over executive agency rule-making.
 
Barb and Randy share firsthand accounts of how burdensome regulations have stifled business growth and increased costs for consumers. They explain the significance of this legislative change and how it aims to restore a balance of power between the legislative and executive branches, ensuring that regulations are fair and do not disproportionately impact the state's economy.
 
Tune in to learn about the challenges faced by Kansas businesses and the strides being made to foster a more conducive environment for economic growth.
 
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From Venezuela to America: Daniel Chang Contreras' Pursuit of Freedom

In this episode of American Potential, Jeff Crank interviews Daniel Chang Contreras, who shares his experiences of growing up in Venezuela during a period of severe economic and political crisis. Daniel discusses the devastating effects of hyperinflation on his family's business and the broader societal challenges, including scarcity of basic goods and unreliable public services. He explains how the Venezuelan government's policies led to economic collapse and increased authoritarianism, forcing many, including his family, to reconsider their future in the country.
 
Daniel's story is one of resilience and hope. As a young activist, he participated in protests against the government, motivated by his family's long history of political involvement. His journey took him to the United States, where he was struck by the stability and opportunities available. Now a student and a speaker with the Dissident Project, Daniel advocates for the preservation of freedom and democracy. His experiences highlight the critical importance of protecting these values and provide a unique immigrant perspective on the American experience. Tune in to hear his inspiring journey and reflections on the significance of liberty.
 
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Transforming Healthcare: Chris Habig's Journey with Freedom HealthWorks

In this episode of American Potential, host Jeff Crank sits down with Chris Habig, President and CEO of Freedom HealthWorks. Chris shares his journey from a family steeped in medicine to co-founding a business that helps doctors break free from traditional insurance models.
He discusses the challenges and inefficiencies in the current healthcare system and how direct primary care (DPC) offers a promising alternative. Learn how DPC empowers doctors to focus on patient care without the interference of insurance companies, bringing innovation and personalized service back to healthcare. Discover how Freedom HealthWorks is paving the way for a more accessible and efficient healthcare system.
Tune in for an insightful conversation about the future of healthcare and the potential for free-market solutions to improve patient outcomes. In this episode of American Potential, host Jeff Crank is joined by Dr. Josh Umbehr and Dr. Jules Madrigal to discuss transformative approaches to healthcare. Discover how direct primary care models are revolutionizing patient care by cutting out the middleman, reducing costs, and enhancing the doctor-patient relationship. Dr. Umbehr and Dr. Madrigal share their insights on the limitations of Medicare for All, the inefficiencies of traditional insurance, and the power of giving patients a personal option in their healthcare decisions. Tune in to learn how these pioneering doctors are advocating for a more free-market healthcare system that prioritizes patient empowerment and affordability. Don't miss this compelling conversation about the future of American healthcare and the critical role of innovation and choice.
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Revolutionizing Healthcare with Dr. Josh Umbehr and Dr. Jules Madrigal

 
In this episode of American Potential, host Jeff Crank is joined by Dr. Josh Umbehr and Dr. Jules Madrigal to discuss transformative approaches to healthcare. Discover how direct primary care models are revolutionizing patient care by cutting out the middleman, reducing costs, and enhancing the doctor-patient relationship. Dr. Umbehr and Dr. Madrigal share their insights on the limitations of Medicare for All, the inefficiencies of traditional insurance, and the power of giving patients a personal option in their healthcare decisions.
 
Tune in to learn how these pioneering doctors are advocating for a more free-market healthcare system that prioritizes patient empowerment and affordability. Don't miss this compelling conversation about the future of American healthcare and the critical role of innovation and choice.
 
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Celebrating 200 Episodes: The Birth of Americans for Prosperity with Alan Cobb

Join host Jeff Crank for a special milestone episode of American Potential as we celebrate our 200th episode! In this commemorative episode, Jeff sits down with Alan Cobb, the very first state director for Americans for Prosperity (AFP), to delve into the origins and early years of the organization.
Discover how AFP was born from a split with Citizens for a Sound Economy, the grassroots strategies used to oppose a major tax increase in Kansas, and the challenges and triumphs of holding legislators accountable. Alan shares fascinating stories from the frontlines of AFP's formative years, providing an inside look at the principled approach that has fueled AFP's growth and impact over the past two decades.
Whether you're a longtime supporter or new to the movement, this episode offers valuable insights into the power of grassroots advocacy and the enduring fight for freedom and opportunity. Don't miss this inspiring conversation!
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Transforming Incarceration: Education and Hope for a Better Future

In this episode of American Potential, host Jeff Crank sits down with Kentucky Jailer Teddy Lacy and Deputy Jailer Cory Graham to discuss their innovative program aimed at transforming the lives of inmates. By partnering with a local college, they offer incarcerated individuals three educational pathways: earning a GED, pursuing a career path, or learning a trade.
 
This initiative not only equips inmates with valuable skills for employment post-release but also addresses recidivism, positively impacting the community and reuniting families. Teddy and Cory share inspiring stories of success and the profound economic and social benefits of the program.
 
 
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Unveiling the Surveillance State: Protecting Your Privacy Rights from U.S. Government Overreach

In this episode of American Potential, host Jeff Crank sits down with James Czerniawski to delve into the controversial and often misunderstood realm of U.S. government surveillance. They explore the implications of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), specifically Section 702, which allows the U.S. government to collect and analyze communications from non-U.S. persons outside the country without a warrant. This practice, however, often results in the collection of American citizens' data, raising significant privacy concerns.
 
James Czerniawski breaks down the history and evolution of FISA, illustrating how the quest for national security has sometimes encroached upon personal privacy. The conversation sheds light on how these surveillance practices impact everyday Americans and what reforms are necessary to protect individual freedoms while maintaining security.
 
Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the balance between national security and personal privacy in the digital age.
 
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Foundations of Freedom: The Declaration of Independence and Its Legacy with Dr. Tom Krannawitter

In this compelling episode of "American Potential," host Jeff Crank welcomes back Dr. Tom Krannawitter for an in-depth discussion on the philosophical and historical foundations of the Declaration of Independence. Dive into the revolutionary ideas that shaped America's founding documents and explore the enduring impact of natural rights on modern society. Dr. Krannawitter, a distinguished scholar from the Claremont Graduate University and founder of Speak Easy Ideas, sheds light on the pivotal contributions of Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, and other Founding Fathers.
Discover how their bold vision and principled stance against tyranny set the stage for the Constitution and ignited a global movement for liberty.
Join us for an enlightening conversation that delves into the moral and philosophical roots of American democracy and the ongoing quest to live up to its ideals.
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