

The Home Front
Reed Galen
Our nation is at an inflection point and American democracy is at stake. This podcast is hosted by Reed Galen and features conversations about today’s political challenges, our vision for the future, and how all Americans can be a part of the pro-democracy movement. Guests include political experts, thought leaders, journalists, authors, and activists.Reed Galen is author of “The Home Front” on Substack, co-founder of the Lincoln Project, and President of JoinTheUnion.us, a pro-democracy coalition dedicated to defending American democracy and defeating authoritarian candidates.
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Oct 28, 2024 • 9min
Hello Wisconsin!
Host Reed Galen gives a brief report from the road in Wisconsin, why Kamala Harris should win on the numbers, and why every phone call, text, and door knock matters.Subscribe to The Home Front on Substack https://reedgalen.substack.com/Subscribe to The Home Front on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@TheHomefrontMediaUSAJoin Sez.us The Social Media Platform for Sane People https://sez.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 25, 2024 • 37min
Donald Trump Isn’t Running For President…He’s Running From Prison with George Conway
Host Reed Galen is joined by longtime attorney and pro-democracy activist…George Conway. They discuss Donald Trump’s psychological profile and his deteriorating mental state, the future of the Republican Party (does it even have one?), the dangers of voter suppression, and the state of our nation’s political landscape with elections less than two weeks away. For more from George Conway be sure to check out the Anti-Psychopath PAC, Society For the Rule of Law, and listen to George Conway Explains it All. For more from Reed Galen subscribe to The Home Front, check out Sez Us, and if you want to personally join the fight to save our nation’s democracy, visit JoinTheUnion.us and sign up today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 21, 2024 • 37min
Reclaiming Florida with Jennifer Adams
Host Reed Galen is joined by local leader, mediator and Congressional Candidate Jennifer Adams. Adams is running in Florida's 7th Congressional District against MAGA incumbent Corey Mills. We hear about Jennifer's background, the issues at stake in the election, what's happening in Florida and why it's key that pro-democracy candidates like Adams win in November.Jennifer Adams' Website: https://www.jenniferadamsforcongress.com/Join The Union: https://jointheunion.usReed's Substack: https://reedgalen.substack.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 17, 2024 • 51min
The Nuremberg Rally on Ketamine with Abigail Tracy
Host Reed Galen and journalist Abigail Tracy discuss Donald Trump's puppet show in Pennsylvania, his terrible taste in music, why some voters are tuned out and turned off despite having all the information available, and what the last three weeks of Campaign 2024 have in store. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 15, 2024 • 11min
Cloudy With a Chance of Tyranny
Host Reed Galen discusses the current state of the 2024 presidential race, emphasizing the importance of voter mobilization and the stark contrast between the coalitions of Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. He warns of the dangers of a Trump reelection and calls for active participation in the electoral process to ensure a pro-democracy outcome. For more from Reed Galen subscribe to The Home Front. If you want to personally join the fight to save our nation’s democracy, visit JoinTheUnion.us and sign up today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 9, 2024 • 35min
Trump, the Russians, and Elon Musk with Abigail Tracy
Host Reed Galen and returning guest Abigail Tracy discuss the revelations that Donald Trump has spoken Vladimir Putin seven times since he left office, why Elon Musk is paying for grassroots operations, and the responsibility of reporters to share information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 8, 2024 • 35min
There’s Nothing Conservative About Today’s GOP with Adam Kinzinger
Host Reed Galen is joined by former U.S Congressman Adam Kinzinger to discuss the current state of the Republican Party and the ongoing fight against MAGA, why Democrats need a broader coalition that includes cultural conservatives, and the challenges of rebuilding trust in institutions. Plus, the importance of compassion for those misled by conspiracy theories and the necessity of a united front to protect democracy. For more from Adam Kinzinger, follow his work with Country First and subscribe to his Substack newsletter. For more from Reed Galen subscribe to The Home Front. If you want to personally join the fight to save our nation’s democracy, visit JoinTheUnion.us and sign up today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 3, 2024 • 53min
Is JD Vance More Dangerous Than Donald Trump? (with Trygve Olson)
Host Reed Galen is joined by Trygve Olson, a Lincoln Project & Lincoln Democracy Institute Senior Advisor. They break down the recent vice-presidential debate between Tim Walz and JD Vance, discuss why JD Vance may be a more dangerous autocrat than Donald Trump, and why a decisive victory for the Harris/Walz ticket is so crucial for our nation’s democratic future in November. Plus, what’s the deal with the “f-you white guys” and what role will they play in next month’s election. For more from Trygve Olson, be sure to check him out weekly on The Todd Allbaugh Show. For more from Reed Galen subscribe to The Home Front. If you want to personally join the fight to save our nation’s democracy, visit JoinTheUnion.us and sign up today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 30, 2024 • 42min
Stiffen the Spine with Abby Tracy
Host Reed Galen is joined by journalist and political reporter Abby Tracy to discuss the upcoming vice presidential debate between Tim Walz and JD Vance, the stark difference in dynamics between the Harris/Walz ticket and the Trump/Vance ticket, and why authenticity and likeability will be such a key factor in November. For more from Abby Tracy be sure to follow her on Twitter and Instagram and be sure to check out her article on Tim Walz mentioned in this episode. For more from Reed Galen subscribe to The Home Front. If you want to personally join the fight to save our nation’s democracy, visit JoinTheUnion.us and sign up today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 28, 2024 • 50min
Donald Trump is the Opposite of a Protector with Joanne Carducci
Host Reed Galen is joined by political commentator, digital creator, and social media sensation, Joanne Carducci (JoJoFromJerz). They discuss the hypocrisy of Trump’s recent claim to “protect women”, the dangers of Project 2025, why abortion remains a crucial issue, and why hate and grievance is synonymous with MAGA and the GOP. Plus, Joanne’s remarkable journey on how she became the prominent voice she is today. For more from Joanne Carducci, be sure to subscribe to her Substack newsletter, Are You F-ing Kidding Me?, listen to her podcast, Are You F-ing Kidding Me? With JoJoFromJerz, and follow her on social media. For more from Reed Galen subscribe to The Home Front. If you want to personally join the fight to save our nation’s democracy, visit JoinTheUnion.us and sign up today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


