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Zero Hour with James Poulos

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Welcome to Zero Hour, where it’s always later than you think. America was convinced tech would complete our mastery of the world. Instead we got catastrophe—constant crisis from politics and the economy down to the spiritual fiber of our being. Time’s up for the era we grew up in. How do we pick our

New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 59 min
Latest: 8 Jun 2025
Language: English

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8 Jun 2025 · 59 min

Ep 101 | Trump’s Plan to Free American Farmers from the Food Cartel | Joel Salatin

Joel Salatin — the self-described "Christian libertarian environmentalist capitalist lunatic farmer" — joins James Poulos on "Zero Hour" to expose how America's farming system went off the rails. Salatin shares the story of revitalizing his Virginia farm by embracing natural systems, local markets, and regenerative agriculture, instead of government subsidies and chemical dependence. They discuss the roots of America's health crisis, why our food supply chains are dangerously fragile, and why restoring food freedom through neighbor-to-neighbor transactions could save our nation. Salatin lays…

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1 Jun 2025 · 1 hr 2 min
Ep 100 | Ana Kasparian: 'I’m Done with the Democratic Party' | Ana Kasparian
Ana Kasparian, co-host of "The Young Turks," joins James Poulos to discuss the collapse of Democratic credibility, political homelessness, and corporate rot. What is behind the fall of both the Democrat and Republican Parties? As the establishment becomes more disillusioned, Americans are sick of seeing candidates like Kamala Harris cozy up to politicians like Dick Cheney. California continues to fall under the Democrat leadership of Gavin Newsom and Karen Bass, leading to a new homelessness-industrial complex and misleading constituents on crime and immigration. Will the neoliberal…
25 May 2025 · 1 hr 2 min
Ep 99 | Behind the Collapse of Legacy Sports Media | Sage Steele
Former ESPN anchor and reporter Sage Steele joins James Poulos to discuss the current state of sports media, cancel culture, faith, and politics in America. Steele opens up about what really happens behind the scenes at ESPN. From political bias to double standards, Steele has taken a stand against the mainstream media norm. After helping on the Trump campaign, she has inspired more people to be politically courageous in sports by taking a stand against the COVID mandates and Obama’s identity politics. She discusses leading the fight against cancel culture and media conformity while seeing…
18 May 2025 · 1 hr 1 min
Ep 98 | How Teachers' Unions Are Protecting Predators, Not Students | Ryan Walters
Oklahoma Superintendent of Public Instruction Ryan Walters joins James Poulos to discuss the war over America’s future. From putting Bibles back into classrooms to fighting teachers' unions and woke indoctrination, Walters has a bold vision for reclaiming public education and restoring Judeo-Christian values in America’s schools. He continues to fight the woke Left by banning pornographic content in libraries, restoring parental rights, and launching the first religious charter school in the country. With Trump’s victory in 2024, education reform has become a central issue for the MAGA…
11 May 2025 · 1 hr 1 min
Ep 97 | Why AI Will Kill Bad Music, Not Real Artists | Stephen Limbaugh
Stephen Limbaugh, composer and concert pianist, joins James Poulos to discuss the new era of the arts. After having work performed by the Russian Philharmonic and being featured at the White House and Golden Globes, Limbaugh is releasing an upcoming symphony for America’s 250th birthday. They discuss how classical music, film scores, and American identity intersect, creating artistic inspiration that can’t be replaced by AI. Limbaugh explains how identity can be expressed through melody and how great composers help us hear the soul of a nation. From Beethoven to "Baby Shark," the future of…
4 May 2025 · 52 min
Ep 96 | 'The Circus' Creator: 'I Got to Pull Back the Curtain' on Charlie Kirk | Mark McKinnon
Mark McKinnon, political strategist to George W. Bush and John McCain, joins James Poulos to discuss how he went from politics to creating Showtime’s "The Circus." They break down the new era of politics, media, and digital manipulation being seen in AI-driven campaigns. Gen Z’s main form of activism is via TikTok, leading to increased disinformation, personalization, and storytelling that have been reshaping American democracy and leading to a rise of conservative Gen Z support. After a new wave of Trump populism, Hollywood has steadily been collapsing, while the mainstream media continues…
27 Apr 2025 · 1 hr 1 min
Ep 95 | Texas vs. the Cartel: The DEADLY Border Showdown | Greg Sindelar
Greg Sindelar, CEO of the Texas Public Policy Foundation, joins James Poulos to discuss the future of conservatism in Trump’s America. They discuss how the new administration will work with states like Texas to tackle issues like border security, immigration reform, and cartel violence. Will Trump dismantle the administrative state? How will this and the rise of AI change public education? This new era of American politics is confronting the rise of tech-authoritarianism as the American spirit makes a comeback in a post-woke America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
20 Apr 2025 · 1 hr 8 min
Ep 94 | 'The Young Turks' Founder Admits Conservatives Were Right About the Deep State All Along | Cenk Uygur
Cenk Uygur, founder of "The Young Turks," joins James Poulos to discuss populism, media bias, the deep state, and the future of American politics. As someone who was critical of both Joe Biden and Donald Trump, Cenk argues the real war is against the establishment leading to a collapse of credibility from both the Republican and Democrat Parties. Corporate money, political corruption, and foreign lobbying are threatening free speech, and Americans are finally pushing back against the establishment. They discuss the current populist movement and the illusion that mainstream media is trying to…
13 Apr 2025 · 58 min
Ep 93 | Did Stallone Just Give Hollywood a KNOCKOUT Punch in New Film? | Dick Boyce
Dick Boyce, investor and entrepreneur, joins James Poulos to discuss his latest film, “Lost on a Mountain in Maine.” Co-produced with Sylvester Stallone, the story spans multiple generations and returns cinema to a time before smartphones, helicopter parenting, and digital overload. As Hollywood continues to decline, faith-based indie films like those produced by Angel Studios indicate a cultural shift toward meritocracy, resilience, and family values. Boyce also mentions the union overreach in industries like Hollywood, which has limited creativity and the ability to produce movies the…
6 Apr 2025 · 20 min
Ep 92 | The REAL Reason Trump Won Pennsylvania | Cliff Maloney
Cliff Maloney, founder of PA Chase, joins James Poulos to discuss how Pennsylvania became the decisive state in Donald Trump’s 2024 victory. He reveals the behind-the-scenes of how PA Chase set records knocking on over 500,000 doors and building a massive grassroots campaign. The group found that JD Vance surprisingly resonated with working-class voters, being from a blue-collar background. They also saw an unexpected surge of support from black male voters in Philadelphia who disliked Kamala Harris for being unrelatable and inauthentic. With the help of other grassroots organizations like…
30 Mar 2025 · 41 min
Ep 91 | White House Adviser Reveals RFK Jr.’s Plan to Expose the Medical Deep State | Calley Means
America’s health crisis is worse than you think. Calley Means, White House health adviser, joins James Poulos to discuss how corporate cronyism and corruption in the food and pharma industries are making Americans, especially children, more sick for profit. Means exposes how corporate lobbying and financial incentives poison Americans. Our food system has been weaponized to be addictive, contributing to skyrocketing rates of obesity, chronic disease, and mental health decline. The COVID-19 lockdowns, vaccine mandates, and information censorship showed the dangers of centralized health…
23 Mar 2025 · 54 min
Ep 90 | Wikipedia Scandal Exposed: Big Tech Manipulates What You See | Larry Sanger
Wikipedia is no longer what it used to be. Co-founder Larry Sanger joins James Poulos to discuss how Big Tech hijacked the website to push establishment narratives and increased censorship. Sanger explains the deep biases within Wikipedia, the war on free information, and why the platform can no longer be trusted. With the rise of AI misinformation and the government’s need for control over knowledge, Sanger discusses how the internet has been manipulated before our very eyes, turning Wikipedia into a propaganda machine. What does this mean for the future of one of the largest encyclopedic…
16 Mar 2025 · 47 min
Ep 89 | Trump’s Great Awakening: Why Americans Rejected Wokeness | Scott Adams
“If AI becomes AGI, how will we ignore its advice when it’s smarter than us?” Scott Adams, creator of "Dilbert," joins James Poulos to break down the rise of AI and the fall of DEI as wokeness has reached its breaking point. Adams discusses how AI will inevitably replace Hollywood as a tool of government brainwashing and why AI will never replace human creativity. He predicts that we can see a resurgence of art to parallel the rise of complexity in digital technology. After his bold predictions on Trump’s political resurgence have come true, Adams also predicts the future of Bitcoin’s role…
9 Mar 2025 · 1 hr 5 min
Ep 88 | ADDICTED for Life: How Big Tech Is Poisoning Your Kids | Clare Morell
Should parents take away smartphones completely? What is the alternative to screen-time limits and social media? Clare Morell, fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, joins James Poulos to discuss how social media addiction is destroying our kids. In an ever-changing digital landscape, parents have been caught off guard by the hidden dangers of smartphones, TikTok, Instagram, and digital addiction. Morell breaks down why Big Tech companies intentionally design apps to be addictive and overpower kids’ dopamine receptors, leading to uncontrolled dopamine addictions. Social media has…
3 Mar 2025 · 45 min
Ep 87 | Why the West Is Losing the Culture War | Jonathan Pageau
Jonathan Pageau, author, artist, and writer, joins James Poulos to discuss how Western civilization is collapsing into chaos. From woke ideology to digital disincarnation, we are seeing a carnival-like level of chaos in which purpose, tradition, and identity are melting away. They discuss America’s cultural pendulum swings, the impact of AI and social media on identity, and Hollywood’s war on tradition. Is there any hope for a spiritual and cultural revival? Can we escape Big Tech’s grip on our lives and rediscover real participation in community in the middle of a culture war? Learn more…
24 Feb 2025 · 50 min
Ep 86 | The Bitcoin War: How Governments Are Rigging the System | Logan Allen
Logan Allen, founder and CEO of Zorp Corp, joins James Poulos to uncover the truth about cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, energy control, bureaucratic control, and the war over technology. Can we reclaim digital freedom? Or are we stuck in a government-surveilled, bureaucratic future? Allen explains why most of crypto is a scam and how Bitcoin’s proof of work is our key to decentralized power. Governments and corporations use energy scarcity to maintain control. As Silicon Valley and the D.C. “Paper Belt” fight over the future — the worship of technology vs. bureaucracy — crypto continues to be a…
17 Feb 2025 · 1 hr
Ep 85 | Trump's Plan to Clean Up the Middle East Mess Biden & Obama Left | Jacob Siegel
Jacob Siegel, senior writer at Tablet magazine, joins James Poulos to break down Israel’s shocking technological advantage in information warfare. The collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s regime was a geopolitical earthquake, driven by Israel’s use of advanced intelligence and precision strikes — without the need for large-scale military invasions. This Middle East power shift took the world by surprise. As Israel reshapes the battlefield, Iran’s influence crumbles, and Obama and Biden’s foreign policy missteps come to light. With AI and digital warfare changing the future of global conflicts, will…
10 Feb 2025 · 48 min
Ep 84 | Elon-Trump Domination: How Much POWER Does Silicon Valley Have? | Sohrab Ahmari
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,…
3 Feb 2025 · 1 hr 1 min
Ep 83 | How Trump Is BREAKING the Racist DEI Caste System | Jeremy Carl
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?…
27 Jan 2025 · 1 hr 3 min
Ep 82 | How This Entrepreneur Went from a 0.9 GPA to Harvard Professor | Todd Rose
Todd Rose sits down with James Poulos in this exclusive interview to lay down the blueprint for success. Rose shares his rags-to-riches story of how he went from being a 0.9 GPA student to becoming a Harvard professor and eventually starting his own company, a think tank called Populace. Poulos and Rose also discuss the importance of rejecting the herd mentality and embracing individual exceptionalism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
20 Jan 2025 · 28 min
Ep 81 | MAHA & Jesus: Why America Is Undergoing Radical Transformation I Nicole Shanahan
In this exclusive interview with RFK’s former running mate, Nicole Shanahan, James Poulos sits down with her at Turning Point’s AmericaFest 2024 to discuss the upcoming transformation that America is about to undergo. Shanahan expresses her optimism about the future of our country and how she believes there will a huge shift in pop culture and a spiritual renewal across America. They also discuss who can and can’t be trusted to handle and lead the future of technology and how we can’t trust the elites to be in charge of something so vital. Will Donald Trump, RFK, and the rest of the new MAGA…
13 Jan 2025 · 59 min
Ep 80 | Is RFK Jr. Making Environmentalism a Conservative Issue? I Benji Backer
James Poulos and Benji Backer, an environmentalist and author of “ The Conservative Environmentalist,” discuss RFK’s involvement with the Trump administration and how he is trying to change conservatives' minds on environmentalism. Poulos and Backer analyze how the U.S. government has been neglecting the well-being of our country, so much so that environmentalism needs to be paid attention to in the upcoming months, especially following the tragedy of the wildfires in California. Backer also shares his journey in becoming one of the biggest young conservative voices out there today and the…
30 Dec 2024 · 59 min
Ep 79 | Is Michael Knowles a Santa Denier?! I Michael Knowles
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…
23 Dec 2024 · 53 min
Ep 78 | Co-Founder Reveals Why Angel Studios IS the New Hollywood | Jeff Harmon
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…
16 Dec 2024 · 1 hr 2 min
Ep 77 | Can President Trump Fix New York City’s Broken Justice System? | Rafael Mangual
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
9 Dec 2024 · 1 hr 2 min
Ep 76 | Why Donald Trump Wasn't REALLY in Charge in 2016 I Samo Burja
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…
2 Dec 2024 · 59 min
Ep 75 | Is It Too Late to Escape Techno-Slavery? I Michael Cernovich
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…
25 Nov 2024 · 39 min
Ep 74 | Insider Exposes How the ACLU Became CORRUPTED I Nadine Strossen
Nadine Strossen, former president of the American Civil Liberties Union, debates James Poulos on the issue of freedom of speech being controlled by the government. She breaks down the corruption happening inside the ACLU and how the organization has lost its way in recent years. She also argues that the government only promotes freedom of speech if it benefits its party’s beliefs and that it discourages rebuttal or disagreement from opposing sides. Poulos and Strossen question whether the Trump administration, specifically Elon Musk, will be able to change this narrative or if this issue…
18 Nov 2024 · 51 min
Ep 73 | How Trump’s Victory Proves That Legacy Media Is FINISHED I Sharyl Attkisson
Sharyl Attkisson, a five-time Emmy-winning journalist and talk show host, joins James Poulos to discuss the future of independent journalism and the direction that it will head in the coming years. With Donald Trump’s victory, the path ahead is looking bright for the future of independent, truthful media — especially with Trump and Elon Musk, the king of X, joining forces. Will we finally be able to speak our minds more freely, or will the left-wing media giants like CNN, NBC, and ABC try to step in and continue silencing us? Hear what the experts have to say on this episode of "Zero Hour."…
11 Nov 2024 · 35 min
Ep 72 | The Reign of the Libs Is OVER I Sen. Rand Paul
The results of this long-anticipated election are finally here, bringing a sweeping victory for the Republicans. James Poulos and Sen. Rand Paul reflect on some of the most pressing issues of the last four years, such as the fearmongering around COVID in 2020, the lies legacy media pushed on us about the COVID vaccine, the conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine, and the multiple assassination attempts against President Trump earlier this year. Now, with a bright future ahead of us and hope being restored to the American people, they discuss the strides that President Trump and his team…

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