The Tank

The Tank

Coming to you from our nation's capital, this is The Tank: your voice in Washington, D.C., and around the country. Broadcasting from the America First Policy Institute's headquarters, this is the premier think-tank podcast where we discuss the challenges facing our nation, talk policy — and advance America First solutions. Welcome to The Tank!"

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April 25, 2024 30 mins

Welcome to another empowering episode of The Tank Podcast, presented by the America First Policy Institute. Today, Chad and Hogan delve into critical discussions impacting America's heart and future, with special guests Bob Unanue, CEO of Goya Foods and Chair of the Hispanic Leadership Conference, Ashley Hayek, Executive Director of America First Works, John Ratcliffe, former Director of National Intelligence, and Drake and Jayme F...

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In this episode, Hogan Gidley and Chad Wolf discuss the crisis along the Southern border, specifically the murder of a nursing student by an illegal alien. They highlight the consequences of open border policies and the need for accountability. The conversation then transitions to the topic of election integrity and the importance of transparency in the voting process. Later, Dr. Ben Carson joins the podcast to share his personal j...

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In this episode, Hogan Gidley and Chad Wolf discuss the Middle East attacks and the border crisis. Dr. Jonathan Pidluzy and a panel of experts join them to delve into the issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) on college campuses, the challenges of men competing in women's sports, and the rise of anti-Semitism. The conversation explores the alarming historical ignorance among college student...

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AFPI Instagram was deleted?! Is Big Tech censorship ramping up? And the increasingly disastrous southern border triggers some very confusing border crossing math. It's Biden Bordernomics, folks. Join Chad Wolf and Hogan Gidley as they discuss all of these things and more, and then...

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December 13, 2023 51 mins

In this episode, Chad Wolf and Adam Schindler sit down with Pastor Jensen Franklin to discuss a range of topics, including the Christmas season, anti-Semitism on college campuses, the left's fear of people of faith, the Biblical Foundations Project at AFPI, attacks on people of faith by the federal government, concerns of Pastor's congregation, inflation, and mental health, parents' rights and school choice, and the significance of...

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November 29, 2023 41 mins

Join Chad Wolf and Hogan Gidley as they discuss a broad range of issues with some of the top America First national leaders: former Congressman Doug Collins, Dr. Heidi Overton, Pastor Paula White-Cain, Secretary Robert Wilkie, and Steve Yates.

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    November 8, 2023 34 mins
    In this episode of The Tank, Chad Wolf, and Hogan Gidley discuss the ongoing war in Israel with Fred Flights, the vice chair of AFPI's Center for American Security. They cover events leading to the conflict, the Biden administration's approach to Iran, anti-Semitism and the left, the influen...
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    October 18, 2023 61 mins
    Former FBI Special Agent Nicole Parker discusses the weaponization of government and the growing epidemic of wokeness within the FBI. The conversation also covers the Israel-Hamas conflict, the Biden administration's approach to Iran, the impact of open border policies on national security, ...
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    Join Chad Wolf and Hogan Gidley as they discuss the 3rd anniversary of the Abraham Accords and the ongoing threat from Iran with Senator Joni Ernst.

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    September 6, 2023 60 mins

    Join the conversation with Chad Wolf, Hogan Gidley, and the Legendary Linda McMahon as Linda shares how she built WWE over the past few decades and her tips for strengthening Small Business in America.

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    Join Chad Wolf and Hogan Gidley as they talk with former Congressman Lee Zeldin about how he advanced the America First Movement in New York State!

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    In this special edition of The Tank, we sit down with the CEO of Goya Foods Bob Unanue, and discuss the blockbuster hit - The Sound of Freedom. Bob brings a unique perspective as an Executive Producer of the film, and AFPI board member.

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    July 12, 2023 57 mins

    Join the conversation with Chad Wolf, Hogan Gidley and the President and CEO of AFPI Brooke Rollins as Brooke shares the vision behind the America First Policy Institute and how we will advance the movement for years to come.

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    June 14, 2023 46 mins

    Join the conversation with Chad Wolf, Hogan Gidley, and the Legendary Coach Lou Holtz to discuss a range of topics from men in women's sports, and leadership principles to principles for coaching America Back to Greatness.

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    Join in the conversation between former Secretary of the Interior David Bernhardt, former Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Chad Wolf and Hogan Gidley as they discuss why the America First Policy Institute is so necessary today.

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