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Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff

372. It’s Time To Bring Back Punk Rock with Henry Rollins. A Constant State of Protest. I Hate the Division. Like a Vial of Nitro. Following Joan Jett into a Hot Zone. Minor Threat, Fugazi and How Punk Rock Fought Nazis. Henry on Fetterman’s Wardrobe.

Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff

Righteous Media | Bleav

Daily News, Veteran, News, Politics, News Commentary, National Security

4.6907 Ratings

🗓️ 12 November 2025

⏱️ 46 minutes

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Summary

We’ve got a special Veterans Week treat for this episode as Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) welcomes back legendary artist, activist, and punk rock icon Henry Rollins for a fiercely honest conversation about division in America, the state of democracy, and the enduring need for vigilance. From stories of Rollins's global travels to his reflections on what it truly means to be punk—and patriotic—in 2025, you’ll get an unfiltered look into his mindset, leadership, and hard-earned lessons from decades on the front lines of culture and activism. They tackle everything from current headlines to personal discipline, empathy, and standing up to extremism. Rieckhoff and Rollins dissect Trump, Fetterman, Venezuela, and how music, community, and the spirit of inclusion can battle America’s most toxic divisions. Whether you’re a first-time listener or a devoted fan, this is a masterclass in punk rock citizenship and independent values. Because every episode of Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff breaks down the most important news stories--and offers light to contrast the heat of other politics and news shows. It’s independent content for independent Americans. In these trying times especially, Independent Americans is your trusted place for independent news, politics, inspiration and hope. The podcast that helps you stay ahead of the curve--and stay vigilant. -Listen to Henry’s previous appearance: Episode 47 from February 20, 2020. -WATCH video of this episode on YouTube now. -Listen to Henry’s radio show at HenryRollins.com or on KCRW. -Learn more about Independent Veterans of America. -Join the movement. Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power.  -Check the hashtag #LookForTheHelpers. And share yours.  -Find us on social media or www.IndependentAmericans.us. And get cool IA and Righteous hats, t-shirts and other merch.  -Check out other Righteous podcasts like The Firefighters Podcast with Rob Serra, Uncle Montel - The OG of Weed and B Dorm.  Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media. Ways to Listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0F1lzdRbTB0XYen8kyEqXe Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff/id1457899667 Amazon Podcasts: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/49a684c3-68e1-4a85-8d93-d95027a8ec64/independent-americans-with-paul-rieckhoff Ways to watch: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@independentamericans Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ Social Channels: X/Twitter: https://x.com/indy_americans BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/indyamericans.bsky.social Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/IndependentAmericansUS/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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power by righteous media Welcome to Independent Americans. Welcome to a very big episode 3.72. It is Wednesday, November 12th. I am your host, Paul Reichoff, and I hope you had a

1:15.9

great Veterans Day. We definitely did here on the show, and we're going to continue to keep that

1:20.3

theme of spirit and values and patriotism and unity, the best parts of Veterans Day all week

1:26.4

long. We've got a huge show today. My dear friend,

1:30.4

an American icon, a true inspiration, Henry Rollins is here. And the news keeps on coming.

1:36.3

Epstein apparently mentioned Trump multiple times in private emails, a new release from the House

1:42.1

Democrats show. That's going to be dominating headlines.

1:45.1

The shutdown is ending, but still not yet. The House could vote as early as today, but people

1:51.2

are still screwed and planes are still being grounded. I'm flying to Columbus, Ohio,

1:55.2

today, so wish me luck. The American military has not struck any boats in the Caribbean

1:59.6

today yet, but those strikes continue.

2:02.9

Trump went on the Pat McAfee show yesterday and continued his expanding dominance of the manosphere, sports media, and platforms focused on men.

2:11.2

And in contrast, Army basketball hosted Duke basketball, and Coach K was at West Point for what I thought was a really meaningful and giant teaching moment on Veterans Day.

2:23.7

It is the day after Veterans Day. I am pretty beat up. But Henry Rollins is here. He is back. And Veterans Week continues. And now is most definitely a time to stay vigilant.

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All right, folks, here he is maybe our greatest returning champion, a living legend,

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a legendary artist, spoken word master, punk rock icon,

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U.S.O. volunteer, Patriot. You know him from Black Flag and Rollins Band. I think I first met

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