Finding Freedom

John Odermatt
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Finding Freedom is a long-form podcast focused on entrepreneurship, health, and politics, featuring in-depth conversations with independent thinkers, business owners, researchers, and cultural critics. Hosted by John Odermatt, the show explores how centralized institutions, corporate power, and political narratives impact personal freedom, health, and economic opportunity. Episodes cover entrepreneurship and financial independence, health and wellness, medical freedom, government overreach, media bias, culture, and faith. Guests range from entrepreneurs and medical professionals to academics and journalists. Finding Freedom is designed for listeners who value long-form discussion, intellectual honesty, and practical insights into building a healthier, freer, and more resilient life.

  1. The Fight to Keep the Ballot Box Exclusively for Citizens with Jack Tomczak

    2d ago

    The Fight to Keep the Ballot Box Exclusively for Citizens with Jack Tomczak

    Most Americans — across every party, gender, and demographic — agree that only US citizens should vote in US elections, yet here we are having to fight for something that sounds like the most obvious principle in the world. I sat down with Jack Tomczak from Americans for Citizen Voting to break down exactly how we got here: a constitutional loophole that could allow non-citizens to vote in congressional elections if a state legalizes non-citizen voting at the state legislative level. Jack's organization has already amended the constitutions of 15 states to close this door, and now they're pushing House Joint Resolution 152 through Congress to lock it in federally. With 90% of Americans on board — a number that makes even voter ID look controversial by comparison — this should be a layup, yet the politics are anything but simple. We dig into the LA mayor's race, the erosion of trust in our elections, and why the only honest reason to oppose this amendment is if you actually want non-citizens voting. Jack's optimistic it can get through Congress this summer, and honestly, after hearing his case, it's hard not to share that optimism. Show Sponsor: Jason Gagne’s Good2GoBody 90-day beginner fitness program - ⁠https://good2go.podia.com/?coupon=LIONSJOHN⁠ Chapters 0:00 — Introduction: Should Only Citizens Vote? 0:48 — Welcome & Episode Overview 3:31 — How Americans for Citizen Voting Works & the Constitutional Loophole 10:59 — The LA Mayor's Race, Mail-In Ballots & Election Integrity 15:47 — The Polling: 90% of Americans Support Citizens-Only Voting 17:28 — The Opposition's Arguments (and Why They Fall Apart) 21:48 — Momentum: 15 States Amended, More on the Way 24:49 — What Victory Looks Like & the Path Through Congress 30:39 — Resources & How to Get Involved Links Americans for Citizen Voting: uscva.org Contact Jack: jack@onlycitizens.vote Schedule a 15 minute Gut Health Audit with John: https://calendar.app.google/B9fcGdSFjC5caTVu5 SUPPORT LIONS OF LIBERTY: Help keep this podcast going! We rely on listener support to continue bringing you content on freedom, political reform, and personal empowerment.  Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lionsofliberty Support us on Locals: https://lionsofliberty.locals.com/ Subscribe, rate, and review wherever you listen – it makes a huge difference! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    35 min
  2. Your Gut is Either Fighting Cancer or Feeding It

    Jun 8

    Your Gut is Either Fighting Cancer or Feeding It

    Top cancer researchers just declared the gut microbiome a "moonshot moment" in cancer prevention — so why is nobody talking about it? In this solo episode, I break down the mounting science linking poor gut health to not just colon cancer, but breast, lung, pancreatic, liver, and even brain tumors. You'll learn what dysbiosis actually is, how a leaky gut opens the door to chronic inflammation and tumor growth, and which everyday habits are quietly wrecking your microbiome. I also walk through the specific cancers most connected to gut health and what the research actually says about each one. Then we get into what you can do about it — from eating fermented foods and fiber to choosing the right probiotic delivery system. The good news is that unlike your genetics, your microbiome is something you can start changing with your very next meal. This episode is a wake-up call, but more importantly, it's a roadmap. Show Sponsor: Jason Gagne’s Good2GoBody 90-day beginner fitness program - ⁠https://good2go.podia.com/?coupon=LIONSJOHN⁠ Chapters 0:00 – Intro & the Moonshot Moment 0:44 – Welcome & Sponsor: Good To-Go Body Program 2:14 – Why the Gut Is About Way More Than Digestion 3:26 – What Is the Gut Microbiome? 7:06 – The Moonshot: What Scientists Are Focusing On Right Now 9:41 – Which Cancers Are Most Linked to Gut Health 11:16 – What's Destroying Your Gut Health 14:13 – How to Fight Back: Diet, Lifestyle & Protocols 20:07 – Summary & Final Thoughts Schedule a 15 minute Gut Health Audit with John: https://calendar.app.google/B9fcGdSFjC5caTVu5 SUPPORT LIONS OF LIBERTY: Help keep this podcast going! We rely on listener support to continue bringing you content on freedom, political reform, and personal empowerment.  Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lionsofliberty Support us on Locals: https://lionsofliberty.locals.com/ Subscribe, rate, and review wherever you listen – it makes a huge difference! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    25 min
  3. AI, Persuasion and the Future of Human Creativity with Jon Benson

    Jun 1

    AI, Persuasion and the Future of Human Creativity with Jon Benson

    Jon Benson — the inventor of the video sales letter and a copywriter responsible for over $1 billion in revenue — joins the show to explore what happens to human creativity as AI takes on more of the work. Jon shares how he accidentally stumbled into copywriting, why ethical persuasion rooted in personal values outperforms manipulation, and how he's built a system of AI "clones" that handle everything from sales pages to email sequences. He explains the frustrating reality of training AI to write like a human (hint: it hates commas), why knowledge remains the ultimate competitive advantage, and how the window to get ahead of the AI wave is closing fast. If you're an entrepreneur wondering where to start, this episode will show you exactly what's possible — and what's at stake if you wait. New sponsor alert: Jason Gagne’s Good2GoBody 90-day beginner fitness program - ⁠https://good2go.podia.com/?coupon=LIONSJOHN⁠ Video Chapters 0:53 — Intro & Sponsor: Good to Go Body 90-Day Program 2:11 — Meet Jon Benson: Inventor of the Video Sales Letter 5:33 — Ethical Persuasion: Writing to People's Core Values 8:03 — How Jon's AI System Works (and Why AI Is So Stubborn) 11:02 — Eliminating AI-isms: Making Copy Sound Human 17:03 — The Role of Humans When AI Can Do Almost Everything 22:43 — Getting Started: youcloned.ai Free PDF & Tools 27:13 — The AI Timeline: You Don't Have a Year 33:10 — The Conversion Lab: Weekly Coaching with Jon & His Wife 36:19 — The Future: Hyper-Personalized Marketing & the AI Economy Links & Resources * 🆓 Free PDF + AI Clone Setup Guide: ⁠youcloned.ai⁠ * 🆓 Free Buyer Profile Tool: ⁠freebuyerprofile.com⁠ * 🤖 Jon's Copywriting AI Software: ⁠bnsn.ai⁠ SUPPORT LIONS OF LIBERTY: Help keep this podcast going! We rely on listener support to continue bringing you content on freedom, political reform, and personal empowerment. Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lionsofliberty Support us on Locals: https://lionsofliberty.locals.com/ Subscribe, rate, and review wherever you listen – it makes a huge difference! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    50 min
  4. The Financialist Kill Chain: 400 Years of Global Looting with E.M. Burlingame

    May 25

    The Financialist Kill Chain: 400 Years of Global Looting with E.M. Burlingame

    Author, financial analyst, and former Green Beret E.M. Burlingame joins John Odermatt to expose a 400-year-old predatory financial system — what he calls the "Financialist Kill Chain" — and argues that the same seven-step playbook used to hollow out empires throughout history is now being run on the United States. Burlingame traces the system's origins from the Praetorians of Rome through Venice, Amsterdam, and finally to the City of London, which he describes as a separate financial power occupying the Anglosphere since 1688. The conversation covers how debt, asset seizure, economic destabilization, and elite coercion have been used as weapons against civilizational peoples — and why Burlingame believes the U.S. is currently in the final phase of collapse and abandonment. He also examines why Russia and China have so far resisted the kill chain, what Trump's constraints are, and what ordinary Americans can actually do to push back. Burlingame's unique background — spanning investment analysis, algorithmic trading, Special Forces targeting, and computational engineering — gives him a rare lens to see patterns most analysts miss. Chapters 0:00 – Introduction & episode preview 1:17 – Sponsor: Good To Go Body 90 Day Fitness Program 2:10 – Guest intro: Who is E.M. Burlingame? 4:27 – Burlingame's background: finance, Special Forces & pattern recognition 19:51 – The Financialist Kill Chain explained: 400 years of predatory finance 20:05 – Walking through all 7 steps of the kill chain 20:35 – Where is the U.S. in the kill chain right now? 25:52 – Israel, scapegoating, and the real power behind the curtain 30:41 – Are Russia and China also targets? 39:14 – Why Trump can't simply stop Ukraine funding 45:35 – The upside-down flag signal: What it meant when King Charles visited the White House 53:05 – What you can do: Community, local knowledge, and fighting indifferent malevolence 1:02:08 – Where to find E.M. Burlingame's work Links & Resources E.M. Burlingame on Substack: EMBurlingame.substack.com E.M. Burlingame on X: @EMBurlingame E.M. Burlingame's website & books: https://www.emburlingame.com/ Confessions of an Economic Hit Man by John Perkins Rich Does Politics (YouTube): Crypto Rich's channel SUPPORT LIONS OF LIBERTY: Help keep this podcast going! We rely on listener support to continue bringing you content on freedom, political reform, and personal empowerment. Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lionsofliberty Support us on Locals: https://lionsofliberty.locals.com/ Subscribe, rate, and review wherever you listen – it makes a huge difference! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 9m
  5. Eat What You Kill: Taking Ownership of Your Income

    May 19

    Eat What You Kill: Taking Ownership of Your Income

    A salary feels safe — until you realize it's a cage. In this solo episode, host John Odermatt shares the story of being unexpectedly laid off after 16 years in corporate America and how it forced him to confront how little control he had over his own income. He introduces the "eat what you kill" mindset — the idea that income should be a direct reflection of your skill, effort, and output. John breaks down the hidden trade-offs of salaried work, including the illusion of security and the slow erosion of purchasing power through inflation. He contrasts the salary cage with the hunter mentality, where immediate market feedback replaces annual performance reviews. John argues that the greatest risk isn't going out on your own — it's never finding out what you're truly capable of. He closes with practical, low-stakes advice for salaried workers who want to test the hunter life without blowing up their financial security. Chapters 0:00 – Introduction: The Salary Cage 1:18 – Sponsor: Good To Go Bodies 90-Day Fitness Program 2:42 – John's Story: 16 Years in Corporate America & Getting Laid Off 8:12 – Terminology: Where "Eat What You Kill" Comes From 13:04 – The Primal Satisfaction of Hunting for Your Income 21:24 – Salary vs. Entrepreneur: The Real Trade-Offs 22:01 – The Biggest Lie About Salary: It's Not Actually Secure 17:19 – The Advantages of the Hunter Mindset 21:25 – Why Doesn't Everyone Go Out on Their Own? 23:44 – Ed Mylett's Definition of Hell & The Real Risk of Playing It Safe 27:34 – How to Start Hunting Without Quitting Your Job SUPPORT LIONS OF LIBERTY: Help keep this podcast going! We rely on listener support to continue bringing you content on freedom, political reform, and personal empowerment. Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lionsofliberty Support us on Locals: https://lionsofliberty.locals.com/ Subscribe, rate, and review wherever you listen – it makes a huge difference! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    33 min
  6. Talking Money and Baseball with my Daughter

    May 11

    Talking Money and Baseball with my Daughter

    John Odermatt is joined once again by his daughter Rubie for a fun father-daughter episode of Finding Freedom. Rubie brings the questions — and they cover everything from how baseball players get paid, to why Dad saves nickels, to the difference between gold and silver. Equal parts personal finance lesson and baseball chat, all from a kid's point of view. Chapters 0:00 – Welcome & Intro 1:12 – How much do baseball players make? 6:12 – Will the US ever have a $2 coin? 9:50 – Why save silver and gold? 17:32 – Who's the highest-paid player in baseball? (Ohtani) 21:26 – Most expensive baseball card ever sold 22:10 – Do the Blue Jays spend their money wisely? 27:10 – Why Ruby loves podcasting SUPPORT LIONS OF LIBERTY: Help keep this podcast going! We rely on listener support to continue bringing you content on freedom, political reform, and personal empowerment. Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lionsofliberty Support us on Locals: https://lionsofliberty.locals.com/ Subscribe, rate, and review wherever you listen – it makes a huge difference! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    31 min
  7. The Truth About Chronic Disease with Dr. Darrell Wolfe

    May 4

    The Truth About Chronic Disease with Dr. Darrell Wolfe

    In this eye-opening episode, host John Odermatt sits down with Dr. Darrell Wolfe — a doctor of natural medicine with 45 years of frontline healing experience — to challenge everything conventional medicine tells us about chronic disease. Dr. Wolfe argues that autoimmune disease, cancer, and heart disease as we know them don't actually exist — they are all downstream effects of a neglected large intestine, toxic modern environments, and systemic poisoning through food, water, and air. He explains how leaky gut leads to leaky brain, why lipopolysaccharoids flood the bloodstream and trigger inflammation, and how the body's electrical and electromagnetic nature is being suppressed. Dr. Wolfe introduces the concept of the "Perfect Day Lifestyle" — a whole-life approach to nutrition, hydration with structured water, and non-surgical bodywork that he claims can reverse fibroids, heart blockages, neurological symptoms, and more. The two also dig into the politics of health, including legal protections for toxic corporations, the fraud behind statin drugs and cholesterol myths, and the attacks Dr. Wolfe has faced for speaking out. This episode is a passionate, unconventional challenge to the sick-care model — and a call to reclaim your health sovereignty. New sponsor alert: Jason Gagne’s Good2GoBody 90-day beginner fitness program Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction & Episode Teaser 0:49 – Welcome & Sponsor: Good To Go Body 2:23 – Dr. Wolfe's Origin Story: Grandfather's Colon Cancer 4:49 – Why "Autoimmune Disease" Doesn't Exist 7:32 – Leaky Gut, Leaky Brain & the Root of All Disease 11:57 – Lipopolysaccharoids, Inflammation & Neurological Breakdown 13:35 – The Perfect Day Lifestyle: Diet, Fasting & Healing 17:55 – Heart Disease, Structured Water & the Body's Electrical Gel 33:00 – Fibroids, Tumors & Cell-Sonic Regeneration Technology 38:20 – Media Attacks, Government Pushback & Dr. Wolfe's Guarantee Websites & Resources docofdetox.com — Main site, find everything here bhnuniversity.com — Free 1–3 hour trainings; Whole Life Health Certified & Wolf Non-Surgical Certified courses dodselfcure.com — Free slideshow: watermelon cleanse, grape cure, water fasting, whole plant-based keto diet dodpowerpack.com — Case studies including fibroid reduction with Cell-Sonic Regeneration PerfectDayGuideFree.com (PDG) — Free download of his Perfect Day Guide escapethematrix.com — His 3-part documentary (first act available via bhnapp.com → Evolve section) bhnapp.com — App; watch Act 1 of Escape the Matrix in the Evolve section BraveheartHeroesContract.com — Rewrite your personal rules and subconscious programming Books: The Perfect Day — Dr. Wolfe’s flagship book covering 45 years of healing knowledge Healthy to 100 — Written ~16 years ago, beginner-friendly with humor Contact Phone/WhatsApp/FaceTime: 469-861-8884 (USA Direct) Offers a free 10–15 minute call to anyone; lifetime access after a consultation Upcoming Courses Miami — May Stuart, Florida — September Zihuatanejo, Mexico — October SUPPORT LIONS OF LIBERTY: Help keep this podcast going! We rely on listener support to continue bringing you content on freedom, political reform, and personal empowerment. Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lionsofliberty Support us on Locals: https://lionsofliberty.locals.com/ Subscribe, rate, and review wherever you listen – it makes a huge difference! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    52 min
  8. The Income Trap: Why Earning More Isn't Making You Wealthy with Edward Brady

    Apr 27

    The Income Trap: Why Earning More Isn't Making You Wealthy with Edward Brady

    Host John Odermatt interviews Edward Brady, a former SEC examiner with 25 years in financial oversight and author of the upcoming book “Awaken Your Financial Star.” Brady explains why people feel financially behind despite higher incomes, citing inflation and lifestyle creep, and contrasts Sylvia Bloom’s $8M savings success with Warren Sapp’s bankruptcy. He outlines practical steps like tracking cash flow, using employer 401(k) matches, and weighing traditional vs Roth IRAs based on future tax expectations. Brady presents his STAR framework—Savings, Time, Assets, Real returns—emphasizing time and compounding, and discusses matching asset choices to investment horizons rather than predicting crashes. He also shares fraud-defense lessons from SEC work, including skepticism, background checks, independent custodians, fiduciaries, and diversification across custodians, and concludes that financial progress is best measured by cash flow and freedom of choice. New sponsor alert: Jason Gagne’s Good2GoBody 90-day beginner fitness program Chapters: 00:00 Why You Feel Behind 00:49 Show Welcome and Sponsor 02:34 Meet Edward Brady 03:48 Inflation and Lifestyle Creep 06:48 Practical Saving Moves 08:18 Roth vs Traditional Accounts 11:07 From Military to SEC 12:51 The STAR Wealth Framework 15:31 Time and Compounding Lessons 17:54 Fraud Proof Your Money 20:44 Real Estate Done Right 24:11 Market Outlook and Horizons 33:34 Measuring Real Progress 38:20 Book Release and Wrap Up SUPPORT LIONS OF LIBERTY: Help keep this podcast going! We rely on listener support to continue bringing you content on freedom, political reform, and personal empowerment. Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/lionsofliberty Support us on Locals: https://lionsofliberty.locals.com/ Subscribe, rate, and review wherever you listen – it makes a huge difference! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Finding Freedom is a long-form podcast focused on entrepreneurship, health, and politics, featuring in-depth conversations with independent thinkers, business owners, researchers, and cultural critics. Hosted by John Odermatt, the show explores how centralized institutions, corporate power, and political narratives impact personal freedom, health, and economic opportunity. Episodes cover entrepreneurship and financial independence, health and wellness, medical freedom, government overreach, media bias, culture, and faith. Guests range from entrepreneurs and medical professionals to academics and journalists. Finding Freedom is designed for listeners who value long-form discussion, intellectual honesty, and practical insights into building a healthier, freer, and more resilient life.

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  • Creator
    John Odermatt
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    254
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Show Website
    Finding Freedom