Social Media to Social Security with Rep. Jake Auchincloss

In this fiery and thought-provoking episode of The Dangerous Ones, we sit down with Democratic rising star Congressman Jake Auchincloss for a brutally honest conversation about corruption, chaos, and the creeping authoritarianism of Trump’s second term. From the crumbling of America’s global standing to the unraveling of vital institutions like Social Security, the VA, and the FDA, Auchincloss brings insider knowledge, historical clarity, and a call to arms for Democrats to reclaim their voice—and their voters. We also talk RFK Jr.’s deadly anti-science policies, MAGA’s war on truth, and what it really takes to counter disinformation and political apathy in a digital age. With humor, outrage, and a shared sense of urgency, the Dangerous Ones team—Jim and Tiffany Drastic, and Nick Knudsen—join Rep. Auchincloss to unpack the cultural, economic, and political battlegrounds shaping the next election. From veteran betrayal and Christian voter outreach to the threat of AI deepfakes and Big Tech exploitation, this episode is loaded with substance. If you’re ready to fight for democracy—and finally say something real about where we’re headed—this one’s for you.   *****   VOTE FOR ELEVEN FILMS: https://vote.webbyawards.com/publicvoting#/2025/video-film/general-video-film/viral-video-remixes-mashups We’ve been nominated for a Webby Award! Please vote for Eleven Films “Tomorrow is too late.”    ABOUT THE DANGEROUS ONES The Dangerous Ones isn't just a podcast—it's a movement. Spearheaded by veteran activists and award-winning creators, Jim & Tiffany Drastic of Eleven Films, and Nick Knudsen, executive director of DemCast USA, this weekly pro-democracy broadcast stands as a bold alternative to the typical mainstream media Sunday morning news carousel. Each episode ignites the airwaves with candid and uncensored discussions sparked by callers to their hotline, dubbed 'The People’s Hotline.' It serves as a powerful conduit for the voices of everyday Americans to sound off on how the current administration and its policies are impacting their lives and often their mental wellbeing. Jim, Tiffany, and Nick take great pride in amplifying these stories and, whenever possible, provide actionable solutions that harness the power of organizing, protesting, digital activism, and creative content creation. Beyond the Sunday morning show, The Dangerous Ones create daily viral video content that focuses on breaking political and cultural news with their unique, hard-hitting style. They also craft in-depth articles for their successful Substack, 'The Teal and Orange Report'—named after the colors of their logo. Subscribers to The Teal and Orange Report enjoy exclusive access to videos, articles, sneak peeks, and behind-the-scenes content. Produced by their company, TDO Media, in the creative district of Portland, Oregon, The Dangerous Ones is more than a podcast—it’s America’s people-driven, pro-democracy, alternative media powerhouse.   ***** The Dangerous Ones Podcast: New episodes every Sunday, 8AM Eastern/5AM Pacific on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and all major podcast apps.  The People’s Hotline: 503-212-4600 (24/7 leave msg.) The People’s Hotline email: [email protected] Website: www.thedangerousones.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/@dangerousones Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dangerous-ones-podcast/id1780887933?i=1000677691714 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2jIQ23X9c5j8nqXLfLbRGd?si=c8b969e275f94bef Substack: www.tealandorangereport.com   ***** SOCIAL MEDIA: Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dangerousones.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dangerousones Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dangerousones/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dangerousones Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dangerousonespodcast X: https://x.com/DangerousOnesUS   ***** THE DANGEROUS ONES: Jim Drastic, Host | Co-founder of Eleven Films Tiffany Drastic, Host | Co-founder of Eleven Films Nick Knudsen, Host | Executive Director of DemCast USA   ***** Eleven Films: www.elevenfilms.com | Email: [email protected] Demcast USA:  www.demcast.com | Email: [email protected]   ***** #TheDangerousOnes #ThePeoplesHotline #ElevenFilms #DemCast