When a progressive Democrat wins big in New York City, it sends ripples far beyond the five boroughs. In this powerful monologue, Paul explores what that primary really means—not just for NYC, but for the broader national conversation on reform, ideology, and leadership.

This episode isn’t about panic or partisanship or hysteria. It’s a call to thoughtful action, rooted in a forgotten but vital tradition: progressive conservatism. Drawing on the legacy of Theodore Roosevelt, Paul argues for a politics that listens without yielding, reforms without tearing down, and unites tradition with progress.

Key Themes:

• Understanding Progressive Wins: Why a local NYC race resonates nationally.
• Listening: Why listening to liberal and socialist progressives matters—even when we disagree
• Danger of False Choices: Rejecting the binary of revolution vs. reaction.
• What Progressive Conservatism Really Means: A Roosevelt-inspired framework for principled reform.
• The New Oligarchy: From tech monopolies to cultural institutions to the media—why decentralization is a conservative cause.
• Civic Renewal for a New Generation: How to inspire the next wave of American leadership. Why the next generation deserves a third way beyond the extremes

Highlight Quotes:

“Let’s reclaim reform—not through resentment, but through resolve. Let’s love our country enough to change it—and change it enough to preserve what’s best in it.”

"The man who wrongly holds that every human right is secondary to his profit must now give way to the advocate of human welfare."--Teddy Roosevelt

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In this episode, Paul reflects on the power of The American’s Creed and the enduring relevance of We the People—not as a perfect union, but as one always striving to be more perfect.

Drawing from childhood memories of playing baseball on a quiet New York street and his embarrassing start in organized Little League, he shares a raw and honest story of failure, growth, and resilience. From being the worst player on the team to eventually playing high school and college ball, this episode highlights how merit—earned through effort, not entitlement—has shaped his values and leadership.

Now serving as the President of his town’s Little League, Paul brings those same values to his community, mentoring kids of all skill levels and backgrounds. Through this lens, he argues that merit is not about being the best—it's about becoming better.

With clarity and conviction, Paul takes aim at both political extremes and calls for a grassroots return to common-sense values like grit, discipline, opportunity, and individual character. In an age of division and dogma, “Merit Is Here to Stay” reminds us that the path to a stronger nation is through progress, not perfection—and that every person, no matter their starting point, deserves a chance to rise.

Whether you’re a fellow progressive conservative, Teddy Roosevelt pragmatist, or just someone who believes in hard work and fairness, this episode will challenge your thinking, fuel your purpose, and remind you why principles still matter in local politics.

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Paul returns this week with fresh resolve and a clear mission: to revive the spirit of Theodore Roosevelt for today’s conservative movement. In this episode, he explores what it means to be a Bull Moose conservative — someone who honors tradition while advancing bold reforms rooted in common-sense values.

Highlights:

• The moment that reignited Paul’s commitment to Roosevelt-style leadership
• Why TR’s legacy still resonates with everyday Americans
• 10 Bull Moose values unpacked: grit, integrity, and forward-looking conservatism
• How Paul’s brand of populism challenges entrenched elites without abandoning principle
• A message to listeners: real leadership means respecting the past while building the future

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