We The People

R.A. Dickey, a former Major League Baseball pitcher and Cy Young Award winner, shares his remarkable journey from a troubled childhood to baseball stardom. He discusses how writing his memoir became a transformative act of faith and vulnerability. Dickey reveals how mastering the knuckleball symbolized his surrender to life's uncertainties. He also reflects on relationships that kept him afloat during dark times and the meaningful lessons learned about resilience, redemption, and living with purpose beyond success.

In this episode of We The People, Gates Garcia sits down with Elizabeth Barcohana—a UCLA and USC Law graduate, former attorney, and the bold force behind the viral voter registration campaign Project 460. A mother of four and proud Jewish conservative, Elizabeth shares how her faith and family pushed her to leave her 17-year legal career to take a stand for California—and America. Elizabeth dives into the voter registration data that shocked her into action, how Elon Musk and Scott Presler helped amplify her mission, and why flipping voter margins in deep-blue areas may be more possible than we think. She breaks down California's political math, the power of local action, and what every American can do to make a difference—starting in their own backyard. This is a story of conviction, strategy, and the unapologetic courage to lead. #ElizabethBarcohana #WeThePeople #Project460 #Faith #Family #California #VoterRegistration #Grassroots #ConservativeWomen #JewishConservative Follow We The People and Gates Garcia across Social Media: Twitter – https://x.com/GatesGarciaFL Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/gatesgarciafl/ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@WeThePeopleShow Website – https://www.wethepeoplemedia.com 🎧 Subscribe to the Podcast: RSS Feed – https://wethepeoplemedia.podbean.com/ Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-the-people/id1794018527 Amazon Music – https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/5a7b37f9-9bd0-4316-8855-da4dd2f3e9ea/we-the-people BoomPlay – https://www.boomplaymusic.com/podcasts/123190 iHeart Radio – https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-we-the-people-262185022/ Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/6OJKGIXs751PN9qFL1FcJl We The People with Gates Garcia is recorded at the We The People Media studios in Tampa, FL and produced by Gates Garcia.

In this episode of We The People, Gates Garcia sits down with Ilya Shapiro—legal scholar, constitutional expert, and director at the Manhattan Institute—to discuss his personal battle with cancel culture and what it reveals about the collapse of free speech and meritocracy in higher education. Ilya opens up about his resignation from Georgetown Law after a tweet sparked national backlash, the toll it took on his growing family, and why he believes America's law schools are being hollowed out by DEI bureaucracy and ideological extremism. Drawing from his latest book, Lawless: The Miseducation of America’s Elites, Ilya exposes how elite institutions are failing the next generation of legal minds—and what we must do to restore truth, integrity, and fairness. This episode is a sobering and insightful look into the state of academia, the future of the legal system, and the courage it takes to stand for what’s right when the mob comes calling. #IlyaShapiro #WeThePeople #CancelCulture #FreeSpeech #DEI #Lawless #LegalReform #Faith #Family #Constitution Follow We The People and Gates Garcia across Social Media: Twitter – https://x.com/GatesGarciaFL Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/gatesgarciafl/ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@WeThePeopleShow Website – https://www.wethepeoplemedia.com 🎧 Subscribe to the Podcast: RSS Feed – https://wethepeoplemedia.podbean.com/ Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-the-people/id1794018527 Amazon Music – https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/5a7b37f9-9bd0-4316-8855-da4dd2f3e9ea/we-the-people BoomPlay – https://www.boomplaymusic.com/podcasts/123190 iHeart Radio – https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-we-the-people-262185022/ Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/6OJKGIXs751PN9qFL1FcJl We The People with Gates Garcia is recorded at the We The People Media studios in Tampa, FL and produced by Gates Garcia.

In this episode of We The People, Gates Garcia sits down with Riley Gaines—12-time All-American swimmer turned national advocate for women’s rights, faith, and fairness in sports. Riley opens up about the moment that changed everything: being forced to compete against and share a locker room with a biological male at the NCAA Women’s Championships. Instead of staying silent, she chose to speak out. Riley shares her journey from collegiate athlete to cultural leader, the backlash she’s faced, and how her Christian faith continues to guide her. She discusses the importance of truth, biological reality, and protecting the integrity of women’s spaces in sports and society. Beyond her activism, Riley talks about marriage, purpose, and the joy of living boldly. This is a conversation about courage, conviction, and standing up when it matters most. #RileyGaines #WeThePeople #WomensRights #Faith #Truth #Courage #SaveWomensSports #Freedom Follow We The People and Gates Garcia across Social Media: Twitter – https://x.com/GatesGarciaFL Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/gatesgarciafl/ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@WeThePeopleShow Website – https://www.wethepeoplemedia.com 🎧 Subscribe to the Podcast: RSS Feed – https://wethepeoplemedia.podbean.com/ Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-the-people/id1794018527 Amazon Music – https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/5a7b37f9-9bd0-4316-8855-da4dd2f3e9ea/we-the-people BoomPlay – https://www.boomplaymusic.com/podcasts/123190 iHeart Radio – https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-we-the-people-262185022/ Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/6OJKGIXs751PN9qFL1FcJl We The People with Gates Garcia is recorded at the We The People Media studios in Tampa, FL and produced by Gates Garcia.

In this episode of We The People, Gates Garcia sits down with Jen Sey—former national champion gymnast, Levi's brand president, and founder of XXII Athletics. Jen shares her powerful story of rising through the ranks of elite athletics, exposing abuse in the gymnastics world, and later walking away from a 23-year career at Levi's for refusing to stay silent about school closures during COVID. From her 2008 memoir Chalked Up to her bold new venture supporting women in sports, Jen's journey is one of grit, grace, and unwavering courage. She talks about the cost of truth-telling, protecting kids from harmful ideologies, and what it means to stand firm in your values when the world pushes back. This is a story of resilience, reinvention, and refusing to be silenced. #JenSey #WeThePeople #FreeSpeech #Courage #Truth #Faith #XXIIAthletics #Gymnastics #Parenting #Conservative Follow We The People and Gates Garcia across Social Media: Twitter – https://x.com/GatesGarciaFL Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/gatesgarciafl/ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@WeThePeopleShow Website – https://www.wethepeoplemedia.com 🎧 Subscribe to the Podcast: RSS Feed – https://wethepeoplemedia.podbean.com/ Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-the-people/id1794018527 Amazon Music – https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/5a7b37f9-9bd0-4316-8855-da4dd2f3e9ea/we-the-people BoomPlay – https://www.boomplaymusic.com/podcasts/123190 iHeart Radio – https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-we-the-people-262185022/ Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/6OJKGIXs751PN9qFL1FcJl We The People with Gates Garcia is recorded at the We The People Media studios in Tampa, FL and produced by Gates Garcia.

In this episode of We The People, Gates Garcia sits down with Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter John Ondrasik, known as Five for Fighting. John shares his journey from chart-topping artist to outspoken advocate for freedom and moral clarity. He opens up about using his platform to support American troops, stand up for Israel, speak out on Afghanistan, and remind us all of the power of individual action. John discusses the role of music in inspiring courage, the importance of standing for truth in a complicated world, and how patriotism has shaped his life and career. This conversation dives into faith, family, responsibility, and what it means to choose significance over success. #JohnOndrasik #FiveForFighting #WeThePeople #Patriotism #Faith #Courage #Music #Freedom Follow We The People and Gates Garcia across Social Media: Twitter – https://x.com/GatesGarciaFL Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/gatesgarciafl/ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@WeThePeopleShow Website – https://www.wethepeoplemedia.com 🎧 Subscribe to the Podcast: RSS Feed – https://wethepeoplemedia.podbean.com/ Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-the-people/id1794018527 Amazon Music – https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/5a7b37f9-9bd0-4316-8855-da4dd2f3e9ea/we-the-people BoomPlay – https://www.boomplaymusic.com/podcasts/123190 iHeart Radio – https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-we-the-people-262185022/ Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/6OJKGIXs751PN9qFL1FcJl We The People with Gates Garcia is recorded at the We The People Media studios in Tampa, FL and produced by Gates Garcia.

In this episode of We The People, Gates Garcia sits down with Ryan Petty — school safety advocate, Florida State Board of Education member, and father of Parkland shooting victim Alaina Petty. Ryan shares his powerful story of loss, faith, and resilience, and how he transformed personal tragedy into a mission to protect America’s children. We dive deep into what went wrong in Parkland, the systemic failures that cost innocent lives, and how Ryan is working with lawmakers and communities to ensure those mistakes are never repeated. He discusses the role of faith in healing, the dangers of politicizing tragedy, and the real solutions that make a difference in school safety. This is a conversation about courage, faith, and turning grief into purpose — a must-watch for every parent and American who cares about our future. #RyanPetty #WeThePeople #Faith #SchoolSafety #Parkland #Family #Courage #Conservative Follow We The People and Gates Garcia across Social Media: Twitter – https://x.com/GatesGarciaFL Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/gatesgarciafl/ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@WeThePeopleShow Website – https://www.wethepeoplemedia.com 🎧 Subscribe to the Podcast: RSS Feed – https://wethepeoplemedia.podbean.com/ Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-the-people/id1794018527 Amazon Music – https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/5a7b37f9-9bd0-4316-8855-da4dd2f3e9ea/we-the-people BoomPlay – https://www.boomplaymusic.com/podcasts/123190 iHeart Radio – https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-we-the-people-262185022/ Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/6OJKGIXs751PN9qFL1FcJl We The People with Gates Garcia is recorded at the We The People Media studios in Tampa, FL and produced by Gates Garcia.

In this episode of We The People, Gates Garcia sits down with Brad Wilcox, sociologist and director of the National Marriage Project at the University of Virginia, to explore why marriage is the foundation of a thriving society. Drawing from his latest book, Get Married, Wilcox breaks down how strong families lead to happier lives, economic stability, and a stronger nation. We discuss why conservatives are more likely to be married and satisfied in their relationships, how modern culture is reshaping family dynamics, and the crucial role faith plays in building lasting marriages. Wilcox also exposes how elites downplay the benefits of marriage and explains why fighting for family values is essential for America's future. Don’t miss this insightful conversation on faith, family, and the power of marriage in shaping the next generation. #Marriage #Faith #FamilyValues #WeThePeople #BradWilcox #Conservative #TraditionalValues Follow We The People and Gates Garcia across Social Media: Twitter – https://x.com/GatesGarciaFL Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/gatesgarciafl/ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@WeThePeopleShow Website – https://www.wethepeoplemedia.com 🎧 Subscribe to the Podcast: RSS Feed – https://wethepeoplemedia.podbean.com/ Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-the-people/id1794018527 Amazon Music – https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/5a7b37f9-9bd0-4316-8855-da4dd2f3e9ea/we-the-people BoomPlay – https://www.boomplaymusic.com/podcasts/123190 iHeart Radio – https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-we-the-people-262185022/ Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/6OJKGIXs751PN9qFL1FcJl We The People with Gates Garcia is recorded at the We The People Media studios in Tampa, FL and produced by Gates Garcia.

In today’s episode of We The People, Gates Garcia sits down with Rogan O’Handley, better known as DC Draino, to discuss his journey from Hollywood lawyer to one of the most influential conservative voices on social media. Raised in a liberal household and educated at top institutions, DC Draino took an unexpected turn—leaving behind a lucrative legal career to stand up for his beliefs and challenge the mainstream narrative. He shares how he risked everything—financial security, friendships, and his professional reputation—to fight for free speech, expose media corruption, and give a voice to millions of patriotic Americans. From his viral posts to breaking major political stories, DC Draino talks about the power of independent media, the impact of social platforms on the conservative movement, and his encounters with figures like President Trump. This episode dives into his personal transformation, the battle for truth in the digital age, and the future of conservative media. If you’ve ever questioned whether to take a stand for your values, this conversation is for you. #DCDraino #WeThePeople #Faith #FreeSpeech #ConservativeMedia #AmericanDream #MAGA #Trump Follow We The People and Gates Garcia across Social Media: Twitter – https://x.com/GatesGarciaFL Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/gatesgarciafl/ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@WeThePeopleShow Website – https://www.wethepeoplemedia.com 🎧 Subscribe to the Podcast: RSS Feed – https://wethepeoplemedia.podbean.com/ Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-the-people/id1794018527 Amazon Music – https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/5a7b37f9-9bd0-4316-8855-da4dd2f3e9ea/we-the-people BoomPlay – https://www.boomplaymusic.com/podcasts/123190 iHeart Radio – https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-we-the-people-262185022/ Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/6OJKGIXs751PN9qFL1FcJl We The People with Gates Garcia is recorded at the We The People Media studios in Tampa, FL and produced by Gates Garcia.

In today’s episode of We The People, Gates Garcia sits down with Alex Jones, the creator of the Hallow prayer app, to discuss his journey from skepticism to faith and how prayer changed his life. Alex shares how a simple moment of meditative prayer led him to create the world’s leading Christian prayer app, the challenges he faced in the startup world, and the incredible impact Hallow has had on millions. From struggles with funding to standing firm in his faith despite industry pressure, Alex’s story is a testament to the power of surrendering to God’s plan. He also dives into the importance of silence, how prayer transforms lives, and why Hallow focuses on reaching those who have fallen away from faith. Tune in to hear how Alex’s personal journey, deep spiritual encounters, and unwavering commitment to Jesus have shaped Hallow into a movement that is changing lives worldwide. #HallowApp #Faith #Prayer #WeThePeople #Jesus #Spirituality #Christianity #Catholic #Meditation Follow We The People and Gates Garcia across Social Media: Twitter – https://x.com/GatesGarciaFL Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/gatesgarciafl/ YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@WeThePeopleShow Website – https://www.wethepeoplemedia.com 🎧 Subscribe to the Podcast: RSS Feed – https://wethepeoplemedia.podbean.com/ Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-the-people/id1794018527 Amazon Music – https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/5a7b37f9-9bd0-4316-8855-da4dd2f3e9ea/we-the-people BoomPlay – https://www.boomplaymusic.com/podcasts/123190 iHeart Radio – https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1323-we-the-people-262185022/ Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/6OJKGIXs751PN9qFL1FcJl We The People with Gates Garcia is recorded at the We The People Media studios in Tampa, FL and produced by Gates Garcia.