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American Potential
by john quick
American Potential is a national award-winning podcast that shares how individuals are taking action in their communities to break barriers. While some of our guests may be public officials or influencers, many are ordinary Americans who decided, “enough is enough,” and are stepping up in a big way. We share policy solutions to the most important challenges our country faces and talk to people who are doing something about it. Our hope is that when you hear about other people’s stories of success – and struggle – you will realize that you are capable of doing extraordinary things within your own community and know that you are not alone. David From, a Regional Vice President at Americans for Prosperity, hosts the American Potential podcast. David brings a wealth of experience in grassroots advocacy and a deep commitment to advancing freedom and opportunity for all Americans. American Potential is a national award-winning podcast, having won the Gold Award at the 18th annual w3 Award
Episodes
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Aaron Rice on the 45-Year Rule That Blocked New Home Health Care in Mississippi
In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with attorney Aaron Rice of American Dream Legal to discuss a major legal fight over healthcare competition and patient choice in Mississippi. Aaron shares the story of Butch, an experienced physical therapist who wanted to open a...
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Ray “Bubba” Sorensen on Honoring America’s Veterans Through the Freedom Rock
In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Iowa State Representative and artist Ray “Bubba” Sorensen to share the story behind the Freedom Rock and how one painting grew into a mission to honor veterans across America. Inspired by Saving Private Ryan, Bubba painted his...
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Dan Gable on Winning, Discipline and the Lessons That Built a Champion
In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with legendary wrestler and coach Dan Gable at AFP’s America 250 celebration in Iowa to talk about the mindset, discipline, and lessons behind a lifetime of extraordinary success. Gable reflects on his journey from growing up in…
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Scott Jennings on Common Sense, Socialism and the Fight for America’s Future
In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with CNN commentator and bestselling author Scott Jennings at AFP’s America 250 celebration in Iowa to talk about politics, media, freedom, and the principles that have shaped America for 250 years. Scott takes listeners behind the...
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Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks on Service, Freedom and Fighting for Iowa Families
Join our community. Text "freedom" to (202) 918-5348 In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks at AFP’s America 250 celebration in Iowa to discuss her journey from military service and medicine to representing Iowans in Congress....
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Tyler Lindholm and James Halverson on Why Beef Costs More and What Ranchers Need to Compete
Join our community. Text "freedom" to (202) 918-5348 In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Wyoming ranchers Tyler Lindholm and James Halverson to talk about rising beef prices, the challenges facing American ranchers, and how government regulations affect what...
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Katelyn Bledsoe and Lauren Stewart on America at 250 and What Comes Next
Join our community. Text "freedom" to (202) 918-5348 In this episode of American Potential, host David From welcomes back Katelyn Bledsoe and Lauren Stewart to share conversations with members of Congress about America’s 250th anniversary, the World Cup, American innovation, and the future of the...
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David Barnes on Why Everything Costs More and What Can Be Done About It
Join our community. Text "freedom" to (202) 918-5348 In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Americans for Prosperity Senior Policy Director David Barnes to break down the rising cost of living and the policies that can help make life more affordable. From groceries...
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Mayor Glenn Jacobs on High School Students Building Homes for Homeless Veterans
In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs to discuss Operation Hero’s Hill, a program bringing students, businesses, government, and the community together to help homeless veterans. Students from 11 local high schools studying the…
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Casey Mattox on Why the Constitution Still Matters and How We Can Defend It
In this Constitution Day episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Casey Mattox, Senior Adviser at Americans for Prosperity, to explore the history, principles, and protections behind the U.S. Constitution. Casey explains how the failures of the Articles of Confederation led…
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Senator James Risch on How Nuclear Energy and Critical Minerals Can Strengthen America
In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with U.S. Senator Jim Risch of Idaho to discuss America’s energy future, national security, and the resources needed to keep the country competitive. Sen. Risch explains why Idaho has become a leader in nuclear energy research and…
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John Byrnes Remembers 9/11 and His National Guard Service at Ground Zero
Twenty-five years after the September 11 attacks, American Potential host David From sits down with John Byrnes, Strategic Director for Concerned Veterans for America, to remember the day that changed America and reflect on its lasting impact. John was a college student and National Guard soldier...
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Rev. Kevass Harding on Breaking Down Barriers to Affordable Housing
In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Rev. Kevass Harding to discuss how his own childhood experiences with housing insecurity inspired him to help families find stable, affordable homes. Rev. Harding shares his journey from working construction with his…
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Kelley Williams on Going to Jail for Trying to Give Her Daughters a Better Education
Join our community. Text "freedom" to (202) 918-5348 In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Kelley Williams to share a heartbreaking story about a mother’s fight to give her daughters a better education—and the devastating consequences that followed. After concerns...
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Kevin Williams on Overcoming Blindness to Find His Voice in Politics and Podcasting
Join our community. Text "freedom" to (202) 918-5348 In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Kevin Williams, a longtime AFP volunteer and host of the Rocky Mountain Freedom Zone podcast, to share how he has refused to let blindness keep him from pursuing his…
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Nick DeIuliis on How America’s Energy Revolution Is Reshaping the World
In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with energy industry veteran Nick DeIuliis to discuss how America’s energy revolution has transformed the country’s economy, national security, and influence around the world. With more than 30 years in the energy industry, Nick...
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Adam Jahnke on the Fight to Transform Veterans’ Health Care and Benefits
In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Marine Corps veteran Adam Jahnke, Strategic Director for Concerned Veterans for America in South Carolina, to discuss the Taking Care of American Veterans Act and what it could mean for veterans and their families. Adam breaks...
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One Small Step Can Change Everything with Special Guest Host Heather Andrews
In this episode of American Potential, special guest host Heather Andrews takes us inside Americans for Prosperity’s Let Freedom Ring celebration in Utah to hear from people who turned one decision to get involved into years of meaningful action. From a Marine veteran fighting unnecessary...
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Amy Siple Fought the Nursing Bureaucracy and Won
Join our community. Text "freedom" to (202) 918-5348 In this episode of American Potential, host David From welcomes back nurse practitioner Amy Siple for an incredible update on her fight against the Kansas Board of Nursing—and the major reforms that followed. After missing a licensing deadline...
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Ana Benson on Finding the American Dream and Helping Others Discover Freedom
In this episode of American Potential, special guest host Heather Andrews sits down with Ana Benson to share her journey from Peru to becoming an American citizen and helping others understand the freedoms and principles that define the United States. Ana came to America in 1987 during a…
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Carolyn Phippen on Why Understanding the Issues Is the First Step to Making a Difference
Join our community. Text "freedom" to (202) 918-5348 In this episode of American Potential, special guest host Heather Andrews sits down with Carolyn Phippen to discuss why understanding the issues—and being willing to have difficult conversations—is essential to preserving freedom. Carolyn…
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Kent Strang Explores What Makes America Unique Through Red White and Do
Join our community. Text "freedom" to (202) 918-5348 In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Kent Strang to talk about his new social media series Red White and Do—a hands-on journey exploring the traditions, history, and spirit that define America. From crossing the...
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Daniel Bassali on Why the Declaration of Independence Still Matters Today
Join our community. Text "freedom" to (202) 918-5348 In this episode of American Potential, host David From is joined by Daniel Bassali, Vice President of Public Affairs at Americans for Prosperity, to reflect on America’s 250th anniversary and the importance of reconnecting with the nation’s...
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Utah AG Derek Brown Fights Back Against Federal Overreach on Public Lands
Join our community. Text "freedom" to (202) 918-5348 In this episode of American Potential, special guest host Heather Andrews sits down with Utah Attorney General Derek Brown to unpack one of the biggest constitutional battles in the West—who should control America’s public lands. With more than...
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Bryan Anderson’s Story of Survival and Strength After Losing Everything in Combat
In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Army veteran Bryan Anderson to share an extraordinary story of resilience, perspective, and purpose. After enlisting on September 11th, Bryan served in Iraq where an IED explosion changed his life forever—leaving him a triple...
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Kaitlin Colegate on Helping Veterans Get the Care They Deserve
In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Kaitlin Colegate to share her powerful journey from firefighter to veteran advocate. After witnessing her husband’s struggles navigating the VA following years of military service, Kaitlin stepped in to fight for the care and...
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Austin von Letkemann: From Soldier to “Mandatory Funday” and Serving Beyond the Uniform
In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Austin von Letkemann—known to millions online as “Mandatory Funday”—to talk about his journey from joining the Army at 18 to becoming a leading voice in military culture and humor. Austin shares how a simple decision to enlist...
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Katie Bagosy: Turning Loss into a Mission to Fight Veteran Suicide
In this powerful episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Katie Bagosy to share a deeply personal story of love, loss, and purpose. Katie opens up about her husband’s service as a Marine, his struggles with PTSD and traumatic brain injury after deployments to Iraq and...
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Rep. Matt Van Epps: From West Point to War Zones to Congress
In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Rep. Matt Van Epps to discuss a life defined by service—from the battlefield to Capitol Hill. A West Point graduate and member of the “Class of 9/11,” Van Epps shares how his upbringing, military experience flying combat…
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Brad Flynn: Training First Responders to Save Lives Through Sensory Awareness
In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with retired police chief Brad Flynn to discuss a life-changing initiative that’s helping first responders better serve individuals with sensory issues. Inspired by his son’s autism diagnosis, Brad made it his mission to equip law...
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Dr. Matthew Spalding: The Radical Ideas of the Founding Fathers That Built America
In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Dr. Matthew Spalding of Hillsdale College to break down the core ideas that shaped the founding of the United States. Dr. Spalding explains how the Founding Fathers weren’t just philosophers, but practical leaders who brought...
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Clarence Henderson: The Greensboro Sit-In That Helped Change America
In this powerful episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Clarence Henderson, a civil rights leader who took part in the historic 1960 Greensboro Woolworth lunch counter sit-in. Clarence shares a firsthand account of the moment he joined the protest—an act of courage that...
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Senator Dan Sullivan: The Alaska Energy Comeback and America’s Path to Energy Dominance
In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan to discuss Alaska’s critical role in America’s energy future—and the major policy shifts driving its resurgence. From unlocking massive oil and gas reserves on the North Slope to advancing large-scale...
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Katelyn Beldso Goes Inside the Congressional Baseball Game with Members of Congress
In this episode of American Potential, host David From is joined by Katelyn Beldso for a behind-the-scenes look at one of Washington’s most unique traditions—the Congressional Baseball Game. Reporting from batting practice, Katelyn shares conversations with members of Congress as they prepare for...
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Raw Milk, Red Tape, and Freedom: A Wyoming Family’s Fight to Protect Food Choice
In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Sadie Howard and Mark Nelson of Hippie Cow Creamery in Cody, Wyoming, to share their unexpected journey from family farm to food freedom advocates. What started as a simple decision to provide healthier food for their family...
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Delegate Michael Webert: How Regulatory Reform Saved Virginians Thousands
In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Virginia Delegate Michael Webert to discuss the impact of regulatory reform and what’s at stake for the future of the Commonwealth. Delegate Webert breaks down how the Virginia Office of Regulatory Management—created under...
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Building America Again: Senator Alan Armstrong on Fixing Permitting and Energy Policy
In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with U.S. Senator Alan Armstrong to discuss one of the biggest barriers to American growth: the broken permitting process. Drawing on decades of experience in the energy industry, Senator Armstrong explains how excessive regulation,...
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Fighting for Fair Pay: Dana Hollifleld’s Battle Against Healthcare Monopolies
In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Dana Hollifleld, a nurse with over 20 years of experience, to discuss how government policies are impacting healthcare workers and patients alike. After working in multiple states, Dana noticed a stark difference when she…
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AI Meets Agriculture: How Colin Raby Is Transforming the Future of Farming
In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Colin Raby, co-founder of Farmmind, to explore how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing one of America’s oldest industries—agriculture. Colin shares how he and his team identified major gaps in farming technology and…
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Inside Capitol Hill: Katelyn Bledsoe & Lauren Stewart on Policy Wins and Grassroots Power
In this episode of American Potential, host David From is joined by Katelyn Bledsoe and Lauren Stewart to bring listeners inside Washington, D.C., with exclusive conversations from members of Congress. Recorded during the Republican Study Committee’s media row, the episode covers key issues…
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50 Stars, 50 Stories: Megan Novak & Jake Coleman on Minnesota, Wisconsin, and South Carolina
In this episode of American Potential, host David From continues the “50 Stars, 50 Stories” series with Megan Novak and Jake Coleman, who test their knowledge in a fun state trivia showdown. From Minnesota’s lakes and Wisconsin’s cheese to South Carolina’s history, the conversation dives into…
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The True Meaning of Memorial Day: Honoring Those Who Never Came Home with David Cyr
In this special Memorial Day episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Army veteran David Cyr to reflect on the true meaning behind the holiday. Drawing from over two decades of military service, David shares powerful and personal stories of two fallen soldiers—Jared Dennis…
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Angela Marrarino: How One Tweet Led to a Career in Politics
In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Angela Marrarino to share her one small step story—how a single tweet helped launch her journey into politics and public policy. Angela reflects on her path from working in the bar industry to becoming a leader in grassroots...
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From Small Town to Capitol Hill: Greg Dowell on Finding Purpose in Public Policy
In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Greg Dowell to explore his journey from a small town in Tennessee to working on Capitol Hill. Greg shares his one small step story—how growing up in a tight-knit community shaped his passion for people, service, and…
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From Philly to the Frontlines: Roslyn Williams on Turning Passion into Action
In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with grassroots leader Roslyn Williams to share her powerful journey from everyday citizen to one of the most effective community organizers in the country. Roslyn recounts how a simple decision to volunteer in Georgia became her…
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From Norway to New Mexico: Sarah Hetemi’s Journey to the American Dream
In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Sarah Hetemi, Americans for Prosperity’s New Mexico State Director, to share her remarkable journey—from growing up in Norway to becoming a leader in American public policy. Sarah reflects on her parents’ pursuit of…
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From Builder to Policy Leader: Tim Golding on Housing Reform and Taking the First Step
In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Tim Golding, Americans for Prosperity’s Michigan State Director, to discuss his journey from small business owner to policy leader—and the moment that pushed him to get involved. After decades running a construction and...
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Darryl Worley on Patriotism, Music, and the Meaning of Freedom
In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down in Nashville with country music star Darryl Worley to talk about music, patriotism, and the enduring meaning of freedom. Best known for his hit song “Have You Forgotten?”, Worley shares the powerful story behind the song—how a trip…
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From One Small Step to Statehouse: Elaine Davis on Turning Advocacy into Action
In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Tennessee State Representative Elaine Davis to share an inspiring story of how one mother’s determination led to real change. After her son was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, Elaine discovered a critical gap in school health...
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From WWE to Mayor: Glenn Jacobs on Freedom, Education, and Opportunity
In this episode of American Potential, host David From sits down with Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs—known to many as WWE Hall of Famer “Kane”—to discuss his unique journey from the wrestling ring to public office. Jacobs shares how the opportunities he found in America shaped his belief in...
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American Potential is a national award-winning podcast that shares how individuals are taking action in their communities to break barriers. While some of our guests may be public officials or influencers, many are ordinary Americans who decided, “enough is enough,” and are stepping up in a big way. We share policy solutions to the most important challenges our country faces and talk to people who are doing something about it. Our hope is that when you hear about other people’s stories of success – and struggle – you will realize that you are capable of doing extraordinary things within your own community and know that you are not alone. David From, a Regional Vice President at Americans for Prosperity, hosts the American Potential podcast. David brings a wealth of experience in grassroots advocacy and a deep commitment to advancing freedom and opportunity for all Americans. American Potential is a national award-winning podcast, having won the Gold Award at the 18th annual w3 Award
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