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*TOP 10% GLOBAL PODCAST* Are you concerned about what your school system is teaching your children? Of what might happen when your children and grandchildren leave the good influences of hearth and home and ship off to school or university? You have reason to be concerned. For our noble and great ones from America’s illustrious past are being condemned and cancelled by nearly all of America’s once great schools and universities. I’m Rick Robison. Husband, father, grandfather, Veterans Hospital Volunteer, historian, and former intel officer. But most of all concerned patriot seeing our once exceptional nation being “fundamentally transformed” from within. “History must be judged strenuously and within historical context.” Please join with us in our quest to shine the light of truth on America’s glorious past. To honor America’s heroes and heroines. For without them, our world today would be a dark and despotic place, one we would not recognize. For “Not to know what occurred before you were born is to remain always a child. For what is the worth of a human being unless it be woven into the life, the mosaic, of our ancestors” (Marcus Tullius Cicero). To leap with both feet into such a vital adventure requires that we gather, but more so, harness, the stories of our illustrious heroes and heroines. To do that successfully we must place them within a comprehendible historical setting. This takes work, my friends. This is the “why” of the HEROES FOR FREEDOM Podcast Series. Its purpose and mission. With a passion we’ve done the heavy lifting. Transporting you back in time to experience what it was like standing shoulder-to-shoulder with history’s noble and great ones, as they rose to save our world…yet, too often sacrificing life and limb. Freely offering their “last full measure of devotion” in our behalf. The 100 Indispensable Heroes of American History. An entertaining, fast-moving ride we guarantee will thrill you, right down to the often-shocking finish! Each story provides proof of why, and how, these heroes are heroes, saving our nation, our world, and our way of life. Please join with me each week immersing yourself in our unique and entertaining “HEROES FOR FREEDOM” Podcast Series. Walk in their footsteps. Witness through their eyes how these genuine, honest, everyday people helped save our world! In this I guarantee that you, but more so your children, will rekindle a passion for life, suddenly seeing the potential this great, God-centered land offers every honest, hardworking seeker after truth. Stories that restore and inspire young minds and hearts—of all ages! By embracing these noble and great ones, we join with them—E Pluribus Unum—as they offer “their lives, their fortunes, their sacred honor.” I know you’ll agree. We need such heroes, now more than ever. I’m Rick Robison and this is the HEROES FOR FREEDOM Podcast.
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Wednesday Jan 14, 2026
Wednesday Jan 14, 2026
Across the muddy plain the thunder of Ottoman drums rolled like an approaching storm.
The mightiest empire on earth did not come to negotiate. They came north to conquer and enslave.
100,000 of the Turkish Sultan’s best troops would attack the Christians at Vaslui in the heart of Moldavia. A decisive moment in Christian history.
Standing in opposition to the Sultan’s army was one man—Stephen III of Moldavia.
He was not tall, not wealthy, a humble man who loved his people. For Stephen possessed a rare trait. He embraced a powerful faith in Christ that refused to bow a knee to tyranny or let the world’s greedy despots enslave his people.
For more than four critical decades in the 15th century, Stephen stood as a living bulwark between Ottoman expansion and the salvation of Christian Europe.
More so to us today, the lessons he taught are precisely what we must learn…before it’s too late.
I’m Rick Robison and this is the HEROES FOR FREEDOM Podcast.
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OTHER EPISODES YOU MAY LIKE:
56 - HISTORY'S GREATEST KNIGHT | William Marshal ("The Peacemaker") | The Middle Ages
27 - "THE HAMMER" WHO SAVED CHRISTIANITY | Charles Martel ("Knights of Our Lord" Leader) | 700s A.D.
13 - THE SAINT WHO INVADED THE D.C. SWAMP | Mother Teresa (Missionaries of Charity) | 1994
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Christianity / Saint Stephen / Muslim Expansion / Ottoman Invasion / Battle of Vaslui / Moldavia / The Balkans / Tyranny / Plunder / Slavery / Honor / Faith / Sacrifice / Duty
Wednesday Jan 07, 2026
Wednesday Jan 07, 2026
The Japanese high command assumed Wake Island would fall easily. On December 11, a Japanese invasion force steamed confidently toward the island. They expected the Americans to surrender without a fight.
That’s not what happened.
In December 1941, when America reeled from the Pearl Harbor defeat and one defeat after another across the Pacific, the Battle for Wake Island by this handful of courageous Americans stood as a victory every American could look to for inspiration.
“Remember Wake Island” became the cry of the American people in much the same way that “Remember the Alamo” had been shouted by soldiers under the command of General Sam Houston a century earlier.
And America remembered. What Wake Island told the world was unmistakable:
Though America was betrayed and wounded by their Japanese enemy, it was not beaten. And through sheer force of grit and raw courage, America would go on to victory.
I’m Rick Robison and this is the HEROES FOR FREEDOM Podcast.
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OTHER EPISODES YOU MAY LIKE:
53 - THE QUIET GENIUS WHO CRACKED JAPAN'S SECRETS | Capt. Joseph Rochefort (Cryptographer) | WWII
25 - THE HEROES WHO REBUILT OUR DESTROYED U.S. NAVY | Engineers & Rescue Divers (U.S. Navy) | WWII
14 - AMERICA'S FORGOTTEN WARRIORS | Navajo Code Talkers (Marines) | WWII
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World War II / Japanese / US Marines / American Contractors / Morrison Knudsen / Hammerin’ Hank Elrod / Pearl Harbor / Alamo / American POWs / Grumman F4F Wildcat Fighter / Major James Devereux
Wednesday Dec 31, 2025
Wednesday Dec 31, 2025
The most defining moment in World War II.
The surrounded and trapped 101st Airborne Division in the Belgian town of Bastogne was about to be slaughtered by a massive German Army during the Battle of the Bulge.
But that was something General George Patton would not allow.
Virtually overnight he pulled his 3rd Army out of heavy fighting in the south, in France, and raced with his tanks northward 100 miles, slugging it out with the German Army.
But could he reach and rescue the men of the American 101st Airborne in time…?
Patton was perhaps America’s most capable general. Though politically incorrect, in war he was always prepared and absolutely fearless. In moments when nations tremble and armies falter, Patton was the kind of leader every country hopes they have on their side.
Because of heroes like General George S. Patton, such a capable protector, America’s freedom was defended and preserved.
I’m Rick Robison and this is the HEROES FOR FREEDOM Podcast.
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OTHER EPISODES YOU MAY LIKE:
58- SEEKING ULTIMATE TRUTH: THE THREE WISE MEN *A Christmas Special*
51 - THE ORPHAN WHO LONGED FOR WEST POINT | Sgt. Francis Currey (Army) | WWII
30 - THE AMERICAN SUPERSPY | Virginia Hall "The Limping Lady" (Anti-Nazi Resistance) | WWII
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George Patton / World War II / US Army / Europe / Battle of the Bulge / Ardennes Forest / America’s Iconic General / Defeating the Germans / Politically Incorrect Leader
Wednesday Dec 24, 2025
Wednesday Dec 24, 2025
The Magi, usually referred to as The Three Wise Men of the Nativity, came to honor the “Newborn King” and to present valuable gifts, gifts for a king (gold, frankincense, and myrrh), and to learn if the prophecies were true. Apparently, they were not disappointed.
The Wise Men seemed to understand. They had done their homework!
For anyone on their own life-quest seeking Truth, it is hard to find a better historical example than these three special men. It’s foundational to the Christmas message.
Ultimate, eternal truth, not relative “truth” or what’s popular or “faddish” at the moment. And following always in the humble, quiet footsteps of Caspar, Melchior, and Balthazar, who led the world to Christ with the most unselfish and humble intent and purpose.
I’m Rick Robison and this is the HEROES FOR FREEDOM Podcast.
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OTHER EPISODES YOU MAY LIKE:
57 - AMERICA'S SECRET WEAPON AGAINST COMMUNISM | Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr (Racial Activist) | Cold War
04 - HOW CHRISTMAS *SAVED* CHRISTIANITY | St. Nicholas | Early Middle Ages
05 - THE GOOD SHEPHERD | Jesus Christ | *A Christmas Special*
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Wednesday Dec 17, 2025
Wednesday Dec 17, 2025
Dr. Martin Luther King understood that a racist nation could never win the Cold War.
The world watched as the Soviet propaganda machine cranked up during the 1950s thru the 1970s, flooding the world with images of American race riots, segregation, and racial injustice. Because of America’s perceived injustices, Communists gained the advantage globally.
But with passage of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, discrimination laws based upon skin color were eliminated. The day Dr. King longed for—The Dream—when his children “would be judged by the content of their character.” He sacrificed his life for that dream.
Martin Luther King hammered the final spikes in the Communist coffin guaranteeing freedom/capitalism’s ultimate victory. Historically—and it’s eerily eye-opening—you can actually plot the slide of the Soviet Union when America finally began to eliminate long-standing racial injustices at home. I saw this firsthand while working in an official capacity overseas. It was stunning.
In fact, it was a miracle. This is the story of how that came about.
I’m Rick Robison and this is the HEROES FOR FREEDOM Podcast.
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OTHER EPISODES YOU MAY LIKE:
56 - HISTORY'S GREATEST KNIGHT | William Marshal ("The Peacemaker") | The Middle Ages
28 - SHE SAVED HUNDREDS...WITH GOD'S HELP | Harriet Tubman (Abolitionist) | Underground Railroad/Civil War
06 - THE SLAVE WHO HELPED SAVE AMERICA | James Armistead Lafayette (American Spy) | Revolutionary War
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Martin Luther King, Jr. / Cold War / Civil Rights / Communism / Capitalism / Social Justice / Racial Justice / Freedom / Character / Race Riots / Civil Rights Act 1964 / Viet Nam / Discrimination / America
Wednesday Dec 10, 2025
Wednesday Dec 10, 2025
William Marshal, known famously as “The Peacemaker,” stepped forward when the Magna Carta—the first of the great freedom documents promoting individual liberty—was about to be discarded.
He rescued and enforced this pivotal pact of freedom but would never have had the influence necessary without his incredibly heroic and revered life.
For becoming “the world’s greatest knight” was not something anyone expected from a boy of his lowly status.
He began life with everyone he knew corrupt and self-serving. We would expect William Marshal to be the same. Yet, he would make his own choices and determine to adopt and refine his own code of loyalty to Christ and to England.
He became a man of honesty, chivalry, and clever, capable diplomacy. England, and by extension much of the rest of the world, would likely look very different today without his life of sacrifice and worthy service.
This is his incredible story…
I’m Rick Robison and this is the HEROES FOR FREEDOM Podcast.
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OTHER EPISODES YOU MAY LIKE:
55 - THE WORDS THAT FIRED A REVOLUTION | Patrick Henry (Founding Father) | Revolutionary War
27 - "THE HAMMER" WHO SAVED CHRISTIANITY | Charles Martel ("Knights of Our Lord" Leader) | 700s A.D.
19 - RESCUING CHRISTIANITY FROM CERTAIN DEATH | The Winged Hussars (Christian Knights) | 1600s
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William Marshal / A Knight’s Tale / England / Chivalry / Jousting / Knights / Freedom / The Magna Carta / King Henry / King Richard / King John / The Tournament / Heath Ledger
Wednesday Dec 03, 2025
Wednesday Dec 03, 2025
"GIVE ME LIBERTY OR GIVE ME DEATH..."
With British attacks on the rise, the Second Virginia Assembly held an emergency session. PATRICK HENRY arrived in Richmond with a single goal. He rose from his seat with no notes in hand.
“If we wish to be free, we must fight!” He shouted. “An appeal to arms, and to the God of Hosts is all that is left us. For the next gale that sweeps from the North will bring to our ears the clash of resounding arms. Our brethren are already in the field. Why stand we here idle?!”
Then came the legendary invocation that would echo across centuries: “I know not what course others may take; but as for me—give me liberty or give me death!”
By a narrow but decisive margin (65 to 60!) Virginia voted to prepare for war.
In that iconic lapboard church in Richmond, on that decisive day of March 23, 1775, American patriots arose from their slumber.
I’m Rick Robison and this is the HEROES FOR FREEDOM Podcast.
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OTHER EPISODES YOU MAY LIKE:
42 - A PRAYER TO SAVE AMERICA | Benjamin Franklin (Founding Father) | Revolutionary War
41 - AMERICA'S FATHERLESS, ORPHANED HERO | Alexander Hamilton (Founding Father) | Revolutionary War
32 - THE PURE SON OF LIBERTY | Thaddeus Kosciuszko (Military Engineer) | Revolutionary War
29 - ROMANCING THE REVOLUTION | Abigail & John Adams | Revolutionary War
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American Revolutionary War / Richmond Virginia / St. John’s Church / Virginia Assembly / Liberty or Death / George Washington / Thomas Jefferson / Great Britain
Wednesday Nov 26, 2025
Wednesday Nov 26, 2025
A Pilgrim child saw a naked figure watching their village from the trees. Some became afraid.
Finally, as the Pilgrims worked near the edge of a clearing, a native man stepped calmly out of the woods and strolled easily towards them wearing nothing but a loincloth.
What shocked them most was when he called out to them…in perfect English!
The man’s name was SQUANTO. And his miraculous story was so impossible at first no one believed it.
As well, Squanto had every right to hate these English Pilgrims. He could have left them to die, for he could see as he watched them that they didn’t know what they were doing.
But Squanto took pity on them and made a monumental decision, one that would change the course of history. He chose to help them.
And what happened next would not only save these struggling people, but more so provide a monumental miracle we celebrate today.
It’s called Thanksgiving.
I’m Rick Robison and this is the HEROES FOR FREEDOM Podcast.
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OTHER EPISODES YOU MAY LIKE:
17 - GODLY MAN... OR MONSTER? | Christopher Columbus (Italian Explorer) | 1400s
14 - AMERICA'S FORGOTTEN WARRIORS | Navajo Code Talkers (Marines) | WWII
08 - TWO KIDNAPPED GIRLS WHO CHANGED HISTORY | Sacajawea & Sally (Shoshoni Explorers) | American West
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Thanksgiving / Pilgrims / Mayflower / Plymouth / William Bradford / Squanto / Pawtuxet / Massasoit / Plymouth Charter / America / Freedom / Liberty / The Covenant / United States / The Bible / Israel
Wednesday Nov 19, 2025
Wednesday Nov 19, 2025
It’s a true injustice when our illustrious heroes are purposely “cancelled” because of the too-common curse of professional jealousy and power politics.
Sadly, it’s even more prevalent today and why a large majority of Americans no longer trust our media.
For one of America’s finest cryptographers, a man who singlehandedly saved the US Navy’s Pacific Fleet and delivered the Japanese Navy to American dive bombers at the Battle of Midway, was actually punished for his life-saving accomplishments.
His name was Captain Joseph J. Rochefort, a brilliant, yet soft-spoken Navy officer who preferred fuzzy slippers to regulation dress shoes and worked at all hours—sometimes 24/7—in his bathrobe.
There, in what he called “the Dungeon,” “Station HYPO” at Pearl Harbor, he and his team successfully broke the rock-solid Japanese naval codes wide-open, turning the tide of war.
This is his incredible, inspiring story.
I’m Rick Robison and this is the HEROES FOR FREEDOM Podcast.
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OTHER EPISODES YOU MAY LIKE:
52 - THE UNION'S "INFANT" HERO WHO WOULDN'T GO HOME | Johnny Clem (9yrs) | Civil War *VETERAN'S DAY SPECIAL*
25 - THE HEROES WHO REBUILT OUR DESTROYED U.S. NAVY | Engineers & Rescue Divers (U.S. Navy) | WWII
14 - AMERICA'S FORGOTTEN WARRIORS | Navajo Code Talkers (Marines) | WWII
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World War II / US Navy / Japan’s Naval Code JN-25 / Battle of Midway / Code Breakers / Station HYPO / Japanese Navy / Cover Up / Heroes For Freedom
Wednesday Nov 12, 2025
Wednesday Nov 12, 2025
In April of 1861, the War Between the States broke out.
Nine-year-old Johnny Lincoln Clem ran away from home to join the Union Army. But Johnny found the Army not particularly interested in recruiting a boy.
The commander of the 3rd Ohio Regiment told him he “wasn't enlisting infants just yet,” and sent him home. Johnny, then headed to the 22nd Michigan Regiment nearby.
Determined, Johnny tagged along and demonstrated his skill as a drummer boy so professionally the commander allowed him to stay with the regiment.
At the same time, a fourteen-year-old boy joined the Union Army in late 1861, Company D, 8th Regiment, Indiana Volunteers. What he fought for was “to free the blacks” and “save the Union.”
His name was George Preston Nock. He was my Great-Grandfather.
Their willingness to make the ultimate sacrifice is why this nation is what it is today. It’s why we’ve become an Ensign of Liberty to the world, that Shining City on A Hill that President Reagan spoke of so reverently.
These two related, true stories that overlap—representing so many heroes, as well—show us why we remember Veterans Day this November.
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I’m Rick Robison and this is the HEROES FOR FREEDOM Podcast.
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OTHER EPISODES YOU MAY LIKE:
50 - THE GREAT ESCAPE FROM LIBBY PRISON | Lt. Jacob Merritt (Union Prisoner) | Civil War
49 - THE SPY CONFEDERATES NEVER SUSPECTED… | Elizabeth “Crazy Bet” Van Lew (Union Spy) | Civil War
44 - INSPIRING THE AMERICAN SOUNDTRACK | Stephen Foster (Composer) | Civil War
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Veterans Day / Civil War / Drummer Boy / Shiloh / Chickamauga / Libby Prison / Union / Confederate States / Virginia / Richmond / Slavery / United States / Union Army / Abolition / Emancipation