American Freedom Alliance is the home of the Parresia Podcast hosted by AFA President Dr Karen Siegemund and hosts a wide range of events to educate, build alliances and advocate for the defense of Western Civilization.
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Wednesday Oct 22, 2025
Wednesday Oct 22, 2025
Episode 1: Why Read Classical Literature
Hosted by Victor Davis Hanson
Why bother to read things written 2,500 years ago? Because human nature has not changed, and so the classical authors still have much to teach us. In fact, thinkers like Homer and Socrates often have better answers to our problems than those provided by modern pundits. The classical authors were not distracted by Twitter and Facebook or hobbled by political correctness; they give it to us straight.
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Friday Oct 10, 2025
Friday Oct 10, 2025
We proudly honored Dr. John Eastman for his remarkable courage and unwavering resolve in the face of relentless lawfare, a barrage of legal challenges designed to silence voices of truth and principle. In recognition of his extraordinary fortitude, we were proud to present him with the prestigious Hineini Award—a newly established honor that celebrates not only profound humility but also an unyielding commitment to discerning and fulfilling His divine will, even amid the fiercest storms of adversity.
On September 6, 2025, the American Freedom Alliance's Heroes of Conscience Awards Dinner honored Robert Spencer with the American Freedom Award and Dr. John Eastman with the Hineini Award. David Mamet gave a keynote on American values, while Ann McElhinney and Phelim McAleer shared their storytelling. Bill Whittle hosted the event, celebrating truth and liberty.
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Thursday Oct 09, 2025
Thursday Oct 09, 2025
We proudly honored Robert Spencer with the esteemed American Freedom Award, a testament to his unyielding dedication to truth-telling amid fierce opposition. His groundbreaking research and prolific writings have fearlessly exposed critical threats to our national security, from ideological extremism to covert dangers that endanger our way of life. Through his courageous clarity, intellectual rigor, and unwavering resolve, Spencer has not only illuminated these hidden perils but also rallied and inspired countless individuals worldwide to become vigilant defenders of liberty, fortifying our shared commitment to preserving the freedoms that define our nation.
On September 6, 2025, the American Freedom Alliance's Heroes of Conscience Awards Dinner honored Robert Spencer with the American Freedom Award and Dr. John Eastman with the Hineini Award. David Mamet gave a keynote on American values, while Ann McElhinney and Phelim McAleer shared their storytelling. Bill Whittle hosted the event, celebrating truth and liberty.
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Friday Oct 03, 2025
Friday Oct 03, 2025
Relive an unforgettable evening of music, narration, and profound storytelling as acclaimed author and classical music virtuoso Michael Walsh takes the stage at the Wende Museum in Culver City, CA, on September 28th. In this special recital for the American Freedom Alliance—his Los Angeles stop before a thrilling European tour—Walsh masterfully performs and narrates a program steeped in the dramatic genius of Franz Liszt, with a nod to Wagner's influence. It's a poignant exploration of tragedy, triumph, and the human spirit through the keys of the piano.
This recital isn't just a concert—it's a narrative journey through Liszt's shadowed genius, blending Walsh's literary insight with virtuoso piano mastery. Whether you're a Liszt devotee or discovering his world for the first time, this event promises to stir the soul.
Program Highlights
Walsh's narration weaves the tragic threads of Liszt's life—love, loss, and unyielding passion—through these transcendent works:
Liszt: Transcendental Étude No. 1 “Preludio” – A shimmering prelude that sets the ethereal tone.
Liszt: Five Hungarian Folksongs – Rhythmic folk melodies evoking Liszt's roots and revolutionary fire.
Liszt: The Chapel of William Tell – A stormy invocation of Swiss legend and defiance.
Wagner: Album-Sonata in A-flat – A Wagnerian detour into mythic depth and operatic grandeur.
INTERMISSION
Liszt: Angelus! Prière aux anges gardiens – A heavenly prayer for divine protection amid turmoil.
Liszt: Cypresses of the Villa d'Este II – Lush, mournful cypresses whispering of mortality and eternity.
Liszt: Mephisto Waltz #4 – Diabolical dance and Faustian seduction in waltz form.
Sursum Corda – A triumphant choral-inspired finale lifting the heart upward.
About Michael Walsh
Michael Walsh, lifetime Writers Guild member and ex-Time classical critic/foreign correspondent (covering Horowitz's 1986 Russia return, 1989 Berlin Wall fall, 1991 U.S.S.R. end), authored 19 novels/non-fiction books. Highlights: award-winning And All the Saints (MGM option), Casablanca sequel As Time Goes By, Disney hit Cadet Kelly.
Books like The Devil’s Pleasure Palace, The Fiery Angel champion Western restoration; Last Stands draws Hanson praise for defending masculinity. Latest A Rage to Conquer—linking battles to music—inspired this recital. AFA speaker at 2024 "War on Men" and 2019 "Long March." We're thrilled to host him for this intimate, one-of-a-kind performance!
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Sunday Sep 28, 2025
Sunday Sep 28, 2025
Episode 8: A Century of the Modern and Postmodern West
Hosted by Victor Davis Hanson
Ever since the days of classical Greece, Western civilization rested upon a bedrock of idealism and civic virtue. Then, amid the confusion and disconnection created by the Industrial Revolution, the West began to turn away from its traditional emphasis on religion, patriotism and family values. Nowadays we all wallow the nihilistic chaos of the postmodern world, where irony and cynicism are the dominant modes. But we long for a rebirth of the values and traditions that sustained Western civilization for 2,500 years – and one day may do so again. 8/8
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Wednesday Sep 24, 2025
Wednesday Sep 24, 2025
Bill Whittle, the Master of Ceremonies at our recent Heroes of Conscience Awards delivered a compelling speech, drawing parallels between J.R.R. Tolkien’s Lord of the Rings and the current cultural shift, celebrating the triumph of individual heroism and the collapse of outdated narratives. His insightful commentary and recognition of great men and women, including Robert Spencer and John Eastman, set an inspiring tone for the evening.
On September 6, 2025, the American Freedom Alliance hosted its Heroes of Conscience Awards Dinner, honoring Robert Spencer with the American Freedom Award for his truth-telling on national security and Dr. John Eastman with the Hineini Award for his resilience and commitment to principle. Keynote speaker David Mamet, a renowned playwright, delivered insightful commentary on American values. Filmmakers Ann McElhinney and Phelim McAleer shared their powerful storytelling, including verbatim plays about real-life events. Master of Ceremonies Bill Whittle guided the evening with wit and insight, making the event a vibrant tribute to truth and liberty.
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Thursday Sep 18, 2025
Thursday Sep 18, 2025
Irish journalists and filmmakers Ann McElhinney and Phelim McAleer delivered a hilarious dose of light entertainment with their interactive "Real or Not Real" game, challenging attendees to identify real vs. invented college courses like "Queering God" and "Black and Queer in Leather."
Their witty take on academia’s quirks added a fun twist to the event.
On September 6, 2025, the American Freedom Alliance hosted its Heroes of Conscience Awards Dinner, honoring Robert Spencer with the American Freedom Award for his truth-telling on national security and Dr. John Eastman with the Hineini Award for his resilience and commitment to principle. Keynote speaker David Mamet, a renowned playwright, delivered insightful commentary on American values. Filmmakers Ann McElhinney and Phelim McAleer shared their powerful storytelling, including verbatim plays about real-life events. Master of Ceremonies Bill Whittle guided the evening with wit and insight, making the event a vibrant tribute to truth and liberty.
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Monday Sep 15, 2025
Monday Sep 15, 2025
Episode 7: From British to American Centuries
Hosted by Victor Davis Hanson
Modern, multicultural America traces its uniqueness among nations to one culture in particular: that of Britain, from whence we originally came. Britain’s geographical isolation as an island nation nurtured the development of a tolerant, resilient political system that favors peaceful solutions negotiated among peers to violent solutions imposed from above. Inheriting this British system, America tweaked it to place even less emphasis on hierarchy, and more on individual freedom. 7/8
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