American Potential

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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 Awards in the News and Politics Podcast category. The w3 Awards are judged by the Academy of Interactive & Visual Arts.

Recent Episodes
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  • $800 Million in Misspent Funds? What’s Really Going On at the Department of Energy
    Apr 23, 2025 – 18:42
  • The Dog That Changed Everything: How Bolt Helped a Veteran Reclaim His Life
    Apr 21, 2025 – 22:30
  • Paperwork, Politics, and $30K Lost: One Business Owner’s Fight for Freedom
    Apr 18, 2025 – 22:49
  • From Communist Cuba to the American Dream: Heydi Martínez’s Journey to Freedom
    Apr 16, 2025 – 26:23
  • The Power of Tax Relief: A Story of Freedom, Growth, and the American Dream
    Apr 14, 2025 – 25:26
  • Buried in Red Tape: Gail Nicholls’ Fight for Small Business Freedom
    Apr 11, 2025 – 21:25
  • Tennessee’s School Choice Breakthrough: A Lifeline for Families
    Apr 9, 2025 – 23:58
  • Billions Spent, Just 214 Chargers: The Failure of Federally Funded EV Infrastructure
    Apr 7, 2025 – 18:17
  • From Groceries to Giving: The Heart Behind Team Buche Cares
    Apr 4, 2025 – 23:21
  • Minnesota Meltdown: Legislative Walkouts, Court Battles & a $6B Deficit
    Apr 2, 2025 – 26:02
  • America’s Public Land Crisis: Too Much Federal Control, Too Little Freedom
    Apr 2, 2025 – 25:01
  • Unpacking Waste and Redundancy at the Department of Education
    Mar 28, 2025 – 17:41
  • From Addiction to Impact: Scott Strode on Recovery, Resilience & The Phoenix
    Mar 26, 2025 – 26:54
  • Why Act 10 Still Matters – Gov. Scott Walker & Guy Benson on the Battle Over Wisconsin’s Future
    Mar 24, 2025 – 27:09
  • From Principal to Pioneer: How Mary Jo Fairhead Is Reimagining Education in Rural South Dakota
    Mar 21, 2025 – 26:44
  • Reining in the Bureaucracy: How Trump’s Executive Order Challenges the Administrative State
    Mar 19, 2025 – 30:33
  • From Battlefield to Brewery: How Tax Cuts Fueled Growth for a Veteran-Owned Business
    Mar 17, 2025 – 26:17
  • Cutting Red Tape in Georgia: Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones on Regulatory Reform and Business Growth
    Mar 14, 2025 – 22:51
  • Environmental Protection Agency’s Costly Agenda: Union Jobs, Green Banks, and Taxpayer Waste
    Mar 12, 2025 – 15:19
  • Daylight Saving Time: Keep It or Ditch It? The Debate Between Arizona and Virginia
    Mar 11, 2025 – 21:30
  • The Fight for Affordable Energy: Reversing Costly Regulations with Faith Burns
    Mar 6, 2025 – 26:11
  • Exposing Government Waste: Congressman Tim Burchett on the New Oversight Subcommittee
    Mar 4, 2025 – 27:46
  • Government Overreach and Fireworks: How One Family Business is Fighting Back
    Feb 27, 2025 – 29:41
  • Fighting for Veterans: Congressman Mike Bost on Service & Health Care Reform
    Feb 25, 2025 – 27:21
  • Exposing Wasteful Spending: How Congress Can Save Billions Without Cutting Essential Services
    Feb 24, 2025 – 16:17
  • Protecting Innovation: The Free Market Approach to Tech Policy
    Feb 18, 2025 – 38:01
  • Helping Homeless Veterans Rebuild: Off Road Outreach’s Mission After Hurricane Helene
    Feb 13, 2025 – 30:04
  • 🔥 The Truth About Coal: Why America Needs Reliable Energy Now More Than Ever
    Feb 11, 2025 – 26:46
  • From Rock Bottom to Redemption: How One Restaurant is Transforming Lives
    Feb 6, 2025 – 29:41
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    Feb 4, 2025 – 34:41
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    Jan 28, 2025 – 31:09
  • Empowering Young Minds: A Conversation with Lynee Fife of the Children's Entrepreneur Market
    Jan 23, 2025 – 23:43
  • Unleashing American Energy: The Potential of Natural Gas and Infrastructure
    Jan 21, 2025 – 31:09
  • Protect Prosperity: Fighting for Tax Reform and Economic Freedom
    Jan 16, 2025 – 24:49
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    Jan 14, 2025 – 28:56
  • Defending Competition: How Wisconsin Stopped a Utility Monopoly Bill
    Jan 9, 2025 – 33:27
  • Breaking Barriers in Healthcare: Policies, Costs, and Solutions
    Jan 9, 2025 – 42:07
  • Tax Cuts and Jobs Act: Protecting Your Pocketbook and America's Economic Growth
    Jan 7, 2025 – 27:37
  • From Podcast Host to Capitol Hill: A Conversation with Jeff Crank
    Jan 2, 2025 – 28:01
  • Looking Back, Moving Forward: Celebrating Growth and Welcoming a New Chapter
    Dec 31, 2024 – 40:57
  • Empowering Americans: Real Solutions for Rising Costs with Javin Fulson
    Dec 29, 2024 – 25:38
  • Advocating for Veterans’ Healthcare Freedom: A Deep Dive with Jason Beardsley
    Dec 27, 2024 – 35:29
  • Reflecting on 2024: Americans for Prosperity’s Fight for Freedom and Plans for 2025
    Dec 24, 2024 – 26:24
  • Fighting Crippling Policies: Steve Barthel on Laws That Drive Up Prices and Inflation
    Dec 21, 2024 – 28:07
  • Inside the Whip’s Role: Majority Whip Tom Emmer on Leadership and the Future of America
    Dec 20, 2024 – 28:27
  • The Folsom Four: How a Grassroots Effort Stopped a Sales Tax Hike
    Dec 18, 2024 – 37:08
  • The Fight Against Costly Overreach: Business Leaders Unite to Stop Harmful Fuel Mandates in Minnesota
    Dec 12, 2024 – 36:16
  • Grassroots Compassion: Tonya Damron’s Journey of Hope After Hurricane Helen
    Dec 5, 2024 – 42:58
  • Energy Independence at Risk: Matt Keenan on Federal Overreach and the Fight for American Prosperity
    Dec 3, 2024 – 33:32
Recent Reviews
  • MeaganKade
    My Favorite!
    Love all the personal stories & messages of freedom!! So engaging!
  • CKCL_B
    So caring and knowledgeable
    A podcaster with heart! Love these episodes so much. Thank you!
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    Thank you!
    It is so lovely to have a podcast with such wonderful, inspiring content. Thank you! ❤️❤️❤️
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    Outstanding
    Outstanding, inspirational and insightful.
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    Love this!
    Inspiring, insightful, beautiful. Thank you!!!
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    Amazing
    Love this podcast! Always so inspiring💓
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    Great!
    Loved the episode! It was beautiful
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    Amazing
    This podcast has completely changed the way I think, each episode is an experience!
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    Very informative!
    Thank you for doing this podcast and your commitment to your audience!
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    Incredible podcast
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    Great Show
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    Paradigm Shift
    This podcast has been a real inflection point on my journey of paradigm shifts toward full self-actualization. Thank you.
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    Fantastic
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  • Mamcolorado
    Hope in 2023
    A podcast of hope and inspiration is EXACTLY what people in this country need right now! Thank you!
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    Excited for this podcast.
    The trailer is great. Looking forward to hearing these great stories and awesome guests. I have followed Jeff for many years in radio and podcast. Thanks to Americans for Prosperity for this project.
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