Moment of Truth

It's a crossover episode! This week, American Moment CEO Nick Solheim joins Bradley Devlin on The Signal Sitdown to discuss the critical issue of personnel in politics. Nick explains how (and why!) American Moment identifies, educates, and credentials young, aligned conservatives to serve in Washington, D.C. It all started with short essay by JD Vance addressing the lack of competent, agenda-driven staff in the first Trump administration, and has now blossomed into one of the most effective organizations in the nation's capitol.Enjoy this special chance to find Nick on the other side of the mic to talk about his wild life, his inspiration, and to hear how American Moment is shaping the future of conservative leadership.Check out The Signal Sitdown: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLjMHBev3NsoW9SFJq5Zb5XMdFHI_gj8igFollow American Moment across Social Media:X / Twitter – https://twitter.com/AmMomentOrgFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/AmMomentOrgInstagram – https://www.instagram.com/ammomentorg/YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4qmB5DeiFxt53ZPZiW4TcgRumble – https://rumble.com/c/ammomentorgCheck out AmCanon:https://www.americanmoment.org/amcanon/Follow Us on Twitter:Saurabh Sharma – https://twitter.com/ssharmaUSNick Solheim – https://twitter.com/NickSSolheimAmerican Moment's "Moment of Truth" Podcast is recorded at the Conservative Partnership Campus in Washington DC, produced by American Moment Studios.Subscribe to our Podcast, "Moment of Truth"Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/moment-of-truth/id1555257529Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/5ATl0x7nKDX0vVoGrGNhAj Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Moment of Truth, Nick sits down with Calley Means, currently an SGE at the Department of Health and Human Services, to unpack the systemic issues plaguing America’s healthcare and food industries. Means exposes how corporate capture and perverse incentives drive chronic disease and reveals a broken system profiting off sickness. He discusses the transformative MAHA-MAGA coalition and how that has enabled the much-needed shakeups at the CDC to remove literal Satanists undermining President Trump and Bobby Kennedy's lifesaving work. Tune in for an eye-opening dive into health policy, corporate corruption, and the fight for America’s future.Follow Calley: https://x.com/calleymeans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this engaging episode of Moment of Truth, Nick sits down with Evan Swarztrauber, Senior Fellow at the Foundation for American Innovation and host of The Dynamist podcast. They dive into the evolving conservative perspective on Big Tech, exploring censorship, antitrust battles, and the impact of corporate power on free speech.Evan shares his experiences at the FCC during the net neutrality frenzy, and the awakening among conservatives to Big Tech’s influence. From Google’s search monopoly to the Parler app takedown, they unpack the conservative case for antitrust enforcement.Tune in for a sharp, insightful conversation on tech policy and its role in American life.Check out The Dynamist for more: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dynamist/id1528920211Follow American Moment across Social Media:X / Twitter – https://twitter.com/AmMomentOrgFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/AmMomentOrgInstagram – https://www.instagram.com/ammomentorg/YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4qmB5DeiFxt53ZPZiW4TcgRumble – https://rumble.com/c/ammomentorgCheck out AmCanon:https://www.americanmoment.org/amcanon/Follow Us on Twitter:Saurabh Sharma – https://twitter.com/ssharmaUSNick Solheim – https://twitter.com/NickSSolheimAmerican Moment's "Moment of Truth" Podcast is recorded at the Conservative Partnership Campus in Washington DC, produced by American Moment Studios.Subscribe to our Podcast, "Moment of Truth"Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/moment-of-truth/id1555257529Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/5ATl0x7nKDX0vVoGrGNhAj Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Moment of Truth, Nick sits down with Rachel Bovard, Vice President of Programs at the Conservative Partnership Institute, for a deep dive into the U.S. Senate’s inner workings. Rachel became a seasoned Senate expert working under Sen. Mike Lee and was a thorn in Mitch McConnell's side.Here she unpacks the post-nuclear era of confirmations, exposing why 140 civilian nominations languish despite a streamlined process and revealing the inefficiencies and power plays stalling progress. Rachel discusses Majority Leader John Thune’s role, the impact of Democratic obstruction (it's less than Republicans would have you believe), and how senators’ aversion to work hinders critical appointments.This episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about Washington’s gridlock.Follow Rachel: https://x.com/rachelbovardFollow American Moment across Social Media:X / Twitter – https://twitter.com/AmMomentOrgFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/AmMomentOrgInstagram – https://www.instagram.com/ammomentorg/YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4qmB5DeiFxt53ZPZiW4TcgRumble – https://rumble.com/c/ammomentorgCheck out AmCanon:https://www.americanmoment.org/amcanon/Follow Us on Twitter:Saurabh Sharma – https://twitter.com/ssharmaUSNick Solheim – https://twitter.com/NickSSolheimAmerican Moment's "Moment of Truth" Podcast is recorded at the Conservative Partnership Campus in Washington DC, produced by American Moment Studios.Subscribe to our Podcast, "Moment of Truth"Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/moment-of-truth/id1555257529Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/5ATl0x7nKDX0vVoGrGNhAj Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Moment of Truth, Nick sits down with Darin Selnick, a retired Air Force veteran and former Pentagon senior policy analyst, to expose the pervasive "wokeness" in the military and its impact on readiness.Selnick shares shocking stories from his time dismantling DEI policies for President Trump, from leadership boards missing President Trump’s photo to superglued library doors at the Naval Academy. He discusses the decline in military standards under the Biden administration, including relaxed dress codes and physical fitness requirements, and the urgent need for reform to restore a merit-based, war-ready force.Selnick also dives into VA healthcare failures, advocating for veterans to have a choice in their providers.Tune in for an eye-opening look at military reform and resilience.Follow Darin on X: https://x.com/DarinSelnickFollow American Moment across Social Media:X / Twitter – https://twitter.com/AmMomentOrgFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/AmMomentOrgInstagram – https://www.instagram.com/ammomentorg/YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4qmB5DeiFxt53ZPZiW4TcgRumble – https://rumble.com/c/ammomentorgCheck out AmCanon:https://www.americanmoment.org/amcanon/Follow Us on Twitter:Saurabh Sharma – https://twitter.com/ssharmaUSNick Solheim – https://twitter.com/NickSSolheimAmerican Moment's "Moment of Truth" Podcast is recorded at the Conservative Partnership Campus in Washington DC, produced by American Moment Studios.Subscribe to our Podcast, "Moment of Truth"Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/moment-of-truth/id1555257529Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/5ATl0x7nKDX0vVoGrGNhAj Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Moment of Truth, Nick is joined by Jennifer Galardi, Senior Policy Analyst at the Heritage Foundation’s Restoring American Wellness initiative.Jennifer shares her riveting journey from a progressive LA lifestyle to leading the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement. Life has led her through many twists and turns, including time spent in a yoga cult before rediscovering Christianity and diving into health policy. Now she exposes the dangers of fast consumerism, GMOs, and a broken healthcare system.Dive into discussions on regenerative farming, the pitfalls of Big Ag, and the cultural shift needed to combat obesity and chronic disease. Jennifer’s insights on Ozempic, food dyes, and the spiritual crisis facing America are both compelling and urgent. Don’t miss this powerful call to reclaim wellness!Follow Jennifer: https://x.com/JennGalardiFollow American Moment across Social Media:X / Twitter – https://twitter.com/AmMomentOrgFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/AmMomentOrgInstagram – https://www.instagram.com/ammomentorg/YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4qmB5DeiFxt53ZPZiW4TcgRumble – https://rumble.com/c/ammomentorgCheck out AmCanon:https://www.americanmoment.org/amcanon/Follow Us on Twitter:Saurabh Sharma – https://twitter.com/ssharmaUSNick Solheim – https://twitter.com/NickSSolheimAmerican Moment's "Moment of Truth" Podcast is recorded at the Conservative Partnership Campus in Washington DC, produced by American Moment Studios.Subscribe to our Podcast, "Moment of Truth"Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/moment-of-truth/id1555257529Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/5ATl0x7nKDX0vVoGrGNhAj Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Moment of Truth, Nick is joined by U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt from Missouri to discusses the America First movement’s future in the Senate, the groundbreaking rescissions package, and reindustrializing America. He highlights the shift in the Overton window, the fight against the administrative state, and the urgency of confirming Trump’s nominees amidst unprecedented Democratic obstruction.Packed with stories from the campaign trail (and the golf course, alongside President Trump and VP Vance), this episode casts a vision for America’s workers and how the three-legged stool of immigration, foreign policy, and trade can Make America Great Again.Tune in for an authentic, no-nonsense discussion!Subscribe and visit AmericanMoment.org for more.00:00 - 01:57 - Welcome to the Moment01:58 - 04:44 - Schmitt’s Swagger and Campaign Trail Heat04:45 - 08:27 - Trump’s Historic Term and The Senate's MAGA Turn08:28 - 12:09 - Workers’ Double Whammy12:10 - 14:03 - Immigration’s Civilizational Stakes14:04 - 16:21 - Reindustrialization Revolution16:22 - 18:17 - Trade Deals Transformed18:18 - 21:04 - Rescissions Package Rocks21:05 - 24:25 - Tariffs: Senate Showdown24:26 - 31:29 - Rescissions for Dummies31:30 - 33:24 - Foreign Policy Realigned33:25 - 35:19 - Rescissions 2.0 Rumors35:20 - 37:41 - DEI’s Illegal Overreach37:42 - 42:30 - Nominee Obstruction Exposed42:31 - 46:16 - Golfing with Greats46:17 - 46:43 - OutroCheck out Senator Schmitt on X: https://x.com/Eric_SchmittFollow American Moment across Social Media:X / Twitter – https://twitter.com/AmMomentOrgFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/AmMomentOrgInstagram – https://www.instagram.com/ammomentorg/YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4qmB5DeiFxt53ZPZiW4TcgRumble – https://rumble.com/c/ammomentorgCheck out AmCanon:https://www.americanmoment.org/amcanon/Follow Us on Twitter:Saurabh Sharma – https://twitter.com/ssharmaUSNick Solheim – https://twitter.com/NickSSolheimAmerican Moment's "Moment of Truth" Podcast is recorded at the Conservative Partnership Campus in Washington DC, produced by American Moment Studios.Subscribe to our Podcast, "Moment of Truth"Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/moment-of-truth/id1555257529Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/5ATl0x7nKDX0vVoGrGNhAj Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Moment of Truth, Nick sits down with Kyle Diamantas, Deputy Commissioner for Human Foods at the FDA, for the first MoT MAHA-focused episode of the season! Kyle shares his journey from practicing FDA law to leading efforts to improve America’s food supply. They dive into the alarming rise in chronic diseases, the impact of food dyes on children’s behavior, and the push for healthier, less processed foods. Kyle explains the FDA’s strategies, including phasing out harmful additives, reforming GRAS loopholes, and exploring front-of-pack labeling. From tackling ultra-processed foods to addressing consumer education, this episode highlights the bipartisan momentum behind the MAHA movement and its mission to reduce obesity and diabetes. Tune in for insights on how policy and cultural shifts can transform our food system for a healthier future! Subscribe for more MAHA episodes!Follow American Moment across Social Media:X / Twitter – https://twitter.com/AmMomentOrgFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/AmMomentOrgInstagram – https://www.instagram.com/ammomentorg/YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4qmB5DeiFxt53ZPZiW4TcgRumble – https://rumble.com/c/ammomentorgCheck out AmCanon:https://www.americanmoment.org/amcanon/Follow Us on Twitter:Saurabh Sharma – https://twitter.com/ssharmaUSNick Solheim – https://twitter.com/NickSSolheimAmerican Moment's "Moment of Truth" Podcast is recorded at the Conservative Partnership Campus in Washington DC, produced by American Moment Studios.Subscribe to our Podcast, "Moment of Truth"Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/moment-of-truth/id1555257529Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/5ATl0x7nKDX0vVoGrGNhAj Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Moment of Truth, Nick sits down with Dan Caldwell, former Senior Advisor to Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, for an in-depth discussion on America’s role in global conflicts. Caldwell covers the challenges of a strained U.S. defense industrial base, the realities of supporting Ukraine, and the fallout from the 12-day Israel-Iran war. But the vital fact that he says we can no longer ignore? The bombs and interceptors we build cost far more than the ones being built by our rivals. If this continues unattended, the U.S.'s defenses will be severally depleted.With sharp analysis and candid reflections, this episode unpacks the tough choices facing U.S. national security. Tune in for a no-nonsense look at America’s military priorities and the path to a restrained, realist foreign policy.Check out Dan on X: https://x.com/dandcaldwellFollow American Moment across Social Media:X / Twitter – https://twitter.com/AmMomentOrgFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/AmMomentOrgInstagram – https://www.instagram.com/ammomentorg/YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4qmB5DeiFxt53ZPZiW4TcgRumble – https://rumble.com/c/ammomentorgCheck out AmCanon:https://www.americanmoment.org/amcanon/Follow Us on Twitter:Saurabh Sharma – https://twitter.com/ssharmaUSNick Solheim – https://twitter.com/NickSSolheimAmerican Moment's "Moment of Truth" Podcast is recorded at the Conservative Partnership Campus in Washington DC, produced by American Moment Studios.Subscribe to our Podcast, "Moment of Truth"Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/moment-of-truth/id1555257529Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/5ATl0x7nKDX0vVoGrGNhAj Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Moment of Truth, Nick is joined by Rosemary Jenks, co-founder of the Immigration Accountability Project. Rosemary has been operating as an immigration expert for over 35 years, and her valuable work has helped expose the harsh realities of U.S. immigration policy, such as the betrayal of American workers by Chamber of Commerce Republicans. In this episode she dismantles myths like "undocumented workers" and reveals how donor-driven politics prioritize cheap labor over citizens. She also explains how E-Verify works and shows how state-level solutions, like in Alabama, can help move the ball forward an effecting lasting change.This episode is a wake-up call on reclaiming America’s borders! Visit IAProject.org for resources on congressional voting and executive actions.Check out IAP on X: https://x.com/I_A_ProjectFollow American Moment across Social Media:X / Twitter – https://twitter.com/AmMomentOrgFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/AmMomentOrgInstagram – https://www.instagram.com/ammomentorg/YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4qmB5DeiFxt53ZPZiW4TcgRumble – https://rumble.com/c/ammomentorgCheck out AmCanon:https://www.americanmoment.org/amcanon/Follow Us on Twitter:Saurabh Sharma – https://twitter.com/ssharmaUSNick Solheim – https://twitter.com/NickSSolheimAmerican Moment's "Moment of Truth" Podcast is recorded at the Conservative Partnership Campus in Washington DC, produced by American Moment Studios.Subscribe to our Podcast, "Moment of Truth"Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/moment-of-truth/id1555257529Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/5ATl0x7nKDX0vVoGrGNhAj Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.