Zero Hour with James Poulos

Sohrab Ahmari, founder and editor of Compact, joins James Poulos to discuss the new Trump era of nationalism and populism centered on workers, tariffs, and immigration policy. As Trump brings Elon Musk into the conversation, conservatives are divided over Musk’s libertarian, techno-utopian vision where AI and free markets drive the future. Will these two visions clash in the near future? Ahmari warns that private power like Big Tech and leaders like Elon Musk can be just as dangerous as government overreach — something libertarians need to take note of. With corporate influence, Section 230, woke capitalism, and the rise of digital censorship still shaping the political landscape, conservatives must decide: Should they trust Musk or challenge him? Go to www.FarmerBillsProvisions.com or click the link in the show notes. The owner of Farmer Bill's is a listener to the show, so let's support those who support the show. Use code ZEROHOUR today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James Poulos and former Stanford research fellow Jeremy Carl dive into what the future of DEI in America will look like under President Trump. Carl outlines how foreigners used to immigrate to America because it was the “land of opportunity,” with the intention of building their lives and contributing to our country. But now, it has turned into a free-for-all with massive criminal outbreaks due to the illegal immigrants who were allowed to enter the U.S. The possibility of all this DEI craziness being wiped out by President Trump is strong, but will he be able to return a sense of normalcy?Go to www.FarmerBillsProvisions.com or click the link in the show notes. The owner of Farmer Bill's is a listener of the show, so let's support those who support the show. Use code ZEROHOUR today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Todd Rose sits down with James Poulos in thisexclusive interview to lay down the blueprint for success. Rose shares hisrags-to-riches story of how he went from being a 0.9 GPA student to becoming aHarvard professor and eventually starting his own company, a think tank calledPopulace. Poulos and Rose also discuss the importance of rejecting the herdmentality and embracing individual exceptionalism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this exclusive interview with RFK’s former running mate,Nicole Shanahan, James Poulos sits down with her at Turning Point’s AmericaFest2024 to discuss the upcoming transformation that America is about to undergo.Shanahan expresses her optimism about the future of our country and how shebelieves there will a huge shift in pop culture and a spiritual renewal acrossAmerica. They also discuss who can and can’t be trusted to handle and lead thefuture of technology and how we can’t trust the elites to be in charge ofsomething so vital. Will Donald Trump, RFK, and the rest of the new MAGA teambe able to rebuild America? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James Poulos and Benji Backer, an environmentalist and author of“ The Conservative Environmentalist,” discuss RFK’s involvement with the Trumpadministration and how he is trying to change conservatives' minds onenvironmentalism. Poulos and Backer analyze how the U.S. government has beenneglecting the well-being of our country, so much so that environmentalismneeds to be paid attention to in the upcoming months, especially following thetragedy of the wildfires in California. Backer also shares his journey inbecoming one of the biggest young conservative voices out there today and theprocess of writing his book. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James Poulos is joined by Michael Knowles, host of the Daily Wire’s “The Michael Knowles Show,” to talk everything from tobacco to Santa Claus. Knowles dives into how it has been owning his own cigar company and how nicotine is becoming a trend to increase mental performance within the younger generations. Additionally, they share their opinions on the Hunter Biden pardon, how it only exposes the corruption and hypocrisy within the Democrat Party, and how the pardon on Hunter could impact future elections for the liberals. Knowles and Poulos also emphasize the need for religious faith in a modern society that is so dominated by technology and the moral implications of IVF on future generations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James Poulos is joined by Jeff Harmon, co-founder of the Utah-based production company Angel Studios, to discuss the studio's new film, "Homestead," which was released on December 20. The film is set in a postapocalyptic Los Angeles, where a nuclear bomb has been detonated and sent the country into total chaos. Poulos and Harmon also discuss whether or not Hollywood will become obsolete and the corruption inside Hollywood that is harming the film industry. Is Angel Studios carving the path for the future of independent, faith-based film? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James Poulos and Rafael Mangual, a head of research at the Manhattan Institute for Policy Research, break down the Daniel Penny case and how it is changing for the better the NYC justice system that has been broken for so long. They also cover the UnitedHealthcare case and how the media is glorifying and supporting the alleged killer. What has happened to New York City? Will Trump and his powerhouse administration be able to step in and restore the city to its former glory? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James Poulos and Samo Burja, an entrepreneur and political researcher, dive into the decline of American government throughout the last century, associating it with bureaucracies becoming outdated and modern society shifting away from traditional practices. They also discuss the future of the country under Donald Trump’s presidency and whether or not there has been too much damage done by the Biden administration to restore the U.S. to its former glory. Yes, there is hope for a bright future ahead, but can Trump and his team of “Avengers,” including RFK Jr. and Elon Musk, rebuild what Joe Biden and Kamala Harris destroyed? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James Poulos and Michael Cernovich, independent filmmaker and author of "Gorilla Mindset," discuss the concepts of time, end times, and Western culture’s narrowed view of history. They break down the philosophical idea that time periods over the course of history have deteriorated rather than thrived, referring back to examples such as the collapse of the Soviet Union. Cernovich criticizes the mentality of our modern society and how people seek fulfillment through things like porn and social media rather than religion and family. Poulos and Cernovich also cover the dangers of modern technology and how AI has the potential to take over our lives. Are we doomed to rely on technology for the rest of our lives, or is there a way to stop humanity from relying on technology in our everyday lives? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices