🎙️ Political Trade Secrets: Join us for a special holiday episode w/ historic storyteller J. Mark Powell. What can Christmas & New Year's moments in American history teach us about media, persuasion, and strategy?

Stay tuned to find out—from Valley Forge to the modern age, these stories helped forge patriotism and national unity, still shaping how we think today.

📘 Powell’s new book Witness to War is out in February—pre-order now on Amazon.

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Political Trade Secrets: Join us as we explore the surprising history and politics of Thanksgiving—from the Pilgrims and the first feast in 1621, to Lincoln’s proclamation, and FDR's “Franksgiving” folly.

We discuss:

— What the first Thanksgiving was actually like, and how the menu has changed over time

— How presidents, wars, and politics shaped Thanksgiving into the national holiday we know today

— The backstory of Mark's new book, Witness to War: The Story of the Civil War Told By Those Who Lived It

Whether you’re a history buff, or just love a good story behind tradition, this is one you won’t want to miss.

📚 Pre-order Witness to War: The Story of the Civil War Told By Those Who Lived It by J. Mark Powell on Amazon!

https://www.amazon.com/Witness-War-Story-Civil-Those/dp/0811777693

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Political Trade Secrets: Join us as we break down the most interesting and important 2025 elections across the country: New York City, Virginia, New Jersey, and California—and why they matter for 2026 and beyond. PLUS, who’s winning the Shutdown in polling?

We unpack:

— Which races to watch next week & what they tell us about America’s political future

— How redistricting and political violence are reshaping the map

— Why Democrats are underperforming in blue territory

Whether you’re a campaign pro, strategist, or political junkie, this is one you won’t want to miss.

📊 Get full polling insights at PollingClub.com

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Political Trade Secrets: Strategy, Polling & the Shutdown Showdown — Join host Dustin Olson for a revealing look at the forces driving Washington’s budget battle, PLUS who's winning the MEME War? PLUS a shake-up in the New York City Mayor's Race (we predicted here) and a look at Mamdani and Cuomo's new ads 😱. And we remember the victims of October 7th, look at how Public Opinion has evolved over two years.

We break down:

— Who’s really winning (and losing) the government shutdown: Trump, Vance, Schumer, AOC or the American people

— Hints from public opinion polling about how the Shutdown will go, and polling on Medicaid, and why Democrats are losing both the messaging and meme war

— The real-world impacts Americans need to know: what stops, what continues, and who feels it first

— In NYC, Eric Adams is out, Cuomo and Mamdani roll out new (and head-scratching) ads — and our polling hints at where the race goes next

Whether you’re a campaign pro, strategist, or political junkie, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

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Political Trade Secrets: Inside the Mind of Voters, Jurors, & Consumers —Join host Dustin Olson as he sits down with his favorite Democrat pollster, renowned Focus Group leader, & Courtroom Strategy expert, Carey Crantford for a revealing conversation on how to peel back the onion of public opinion.

We’ll dig into:

💡 The real secret to running world-class focus groups

💡 How top-tier survey research is used in high-stakes courtrooms

💡 The future of the Democrat Party, and what he'd do to save it

Whether you're a campaign pro, strategist, or just a political junkie, this is one you won’t want to miss.

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Political Trade Secrets: Crime & The City—Join host Dustin Olson as he analyzes the latest poll from American Pulse Research & Polling, this time focused on the NYC Mayoral Race and insights into voters’ concerns on Crime.

Tune in to find out how Mamdani, Cuomo, and other candidates are shaping up against each other, and how voters’ views on Crime, Cashless Bail, and Defund the Police impact their vote, among other things.

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Join host Dustin Olson for a special LIVE episode of Political Trade Secrets as we unveil exclusive insights from the latest American Pulse poll.

Discover what Americans really think about U.S. airstrikes to destroy Iran’s nuclear program, the prospects for a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, and whether voters connect the border crisis to tensions with Iran.

We’ll break down surprising bipartisan consensus, reveal the newest Trump Job Approval numbers, and share actionable takeaways for policymakers and political strategists.

Don’t miss this in-depth, data-driven discussion on issues shaping America’s future.

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In this episode of Political Trade Secrets, host Dustin Olson sits down with Kurt Schneider, soon-to-be Sheriff of Ashland County, to explore the most pressing issues for 2024, with a deep focus on the U.S.-Mexico border crisis.

Schneider provides a first-hand account of the humanitarian toll and the cartel-driven chaos at the border, emphasizing the need for strong security measures, including barriers, advanced technology, and dedicated law enforcement.

Schneider underscores how regular citizens can make a difference by supporting leaders committed to securing the border.

The episode also features a powerful mini-documentary produced by Olson Strategies & Advertising, revealing the on-the-ground realities and the impact on local communities.

WATCH THE MINI-DOCUMENTARY: SchneiderforSheriff.com

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