The Political Prisoner Podcast
First it was a rally at the Department of Justice. Then it was a protest at the DC prison. In September, we went back to the Capitol. And we continue to fight for Justice for J6. The Political Prisoner podcast, presented by Look Ahead America, offers personal accounts and commentary on the events that took place at our nation’s Capitol on January 6. We expose the unequal justice in our justice system and how innocent Americans have become targets of their own government. Visit our J6 database for more details about each defendant https://lookaheadamerica.org/j6-arrestee-database/.
Nicole Gordon
Mother of four, school volunteer, and woman of deep faith,Nicole Gordon shares the unexpected turn her life took following the events of January 6. She describes traveling toD.C.
Fi Duong
In this latest episode, we catch up with Fi Duong, who firstjoined us on the podcast in 2022. Fi, a Marine Corps veteran, was accused of starting a militia, assembling Molotov cocktails, and surveilling the Capitol - accusations that he never faced charges for. Instead, Fi pled guilty to a felony forunlawfully entering the Capitol and was sentenced to probation, a fine, and community service.
Kenneth Rader
Turned in to the FBI by his own brother and aunt—motivated, he says, by their hatred of President Trump—Kenneth recounts how that betrayal severed family ties, even in the wake of his father's death. Inside the Capitol for just three minutes, he picked up a pocketful of shattered glass as amemento before exiting. Despite the brief visit, he was sentenced to 90 days at Fort Leavenworth and 36 months of probation.
Michael Perkins
The Political Prisoner Podcast – Michael PerkinsMichael Perkins was sentenced to four years in prison after being wrongfully accused of assaulting a police officer with a flagpole. Michael recounts the harrowing day at the Capitol, where he, his wife, and teenage daughter joined fellow church members in peaceful prayer and song—unaware of the chaos about to unfold. He shares the shocking use of force he witnessed, including violence against women and the elderly, and the moment that led to his arrest.
Tucker Weston
The Political Prisoner Podcast – Tucker WestonIn this gripping episode, Tucker Weston joins Matt to sharehis journey—from a pre-dawn FBI raid and a judge with a case of Trump Derangement Syndrome, to prison andpersonal loss. Labeled violent for a still photo taken out of context, he was forced to accept a false narrative or face years behind bars. His "crime"?
Raymund Cholod
The Political Prisoner Podcast: Raymund CholodIn this powerful episode, Matt introduces Raymund Cholod who endured a harrowing legal battle that included fabricated video evidence from a prosecutor who has since lost her job. With raw honesty, he shares how theexperience—though devastating—ultimately deepened his faith in God and strengthened his commitment to liberty.Before entering prison, he authored a book that now readslike prophecy: a testimony of personal transformation, resilience, and divine purpose.
Andrew Galloway
The Political Prisoner Podcast: Andrew GallowayIn this episode, we hear from Andrew Galloway, a January 6th defendant and combat veteran who went to the Capitol out of deep frustration over the impact Covid lockdowns had on his livelihood. Accompanied by his cousin, he arrived after the chaos had already begun and was swept up in a crowd. Separated from his cousin and pushed forward, he unknowingly entered the Capitol through a window, immediately realized what had happened, and turnedaround to leave.
Joshua Colgan
The Political Prisoner Podcast: Joshua ColganIn episode 33, we hear the story of Joshua Colgan, a January6th defendant who went to the Capitol to support President Trump, believing the 2020 election was stolen. A proud American and passionate supporter of the president, he arrived to find a peaceful scene. Welcomed into the Capitol by officers who told him he could take photos but warned against touching anything, he respectfully complied and even exchanged fist bumps with police.
Ricky Wilden
The Political Prisoner Podcast: Ricky Wilden In this episode, Matt welcomes Ricky Wilden, a January 6defendant who was recently pardoned by President Trump. He shares his story of accepting a plea deal after admitting to spraying Capitol police with pepper spray during the chaos of that day—an act he says was a mistake driven byemotion and frustration over police violence. After serving two years in prison, he’s now living in Idaho and seeking a fresh start.
Joshua Doolin
In this powerful episode, Matt welcomes Joshua Doolin, oneof the youngest individuals convicted in connection with January 6—now recently pardoned by President Trump. Despite never entering the Capitol, he was brandeda felon, lost his career as a firefighter/EMT, and spent a year behind bars, separated from his wife and young son. Prosecutors twisted the truth to justify his sentence, falsely accusing him of actions he never committed.
Elliot Resnick
In this episode, Matt sits down with Elliot Resnick, the former Chief Editor of The Jewish Press and a recently pardoned January 6 defendant. Elliot shares his belief that the 2020 election was stolen, his disappointment in the right for not standing by J6 protestors, and his comparison of January 6 to the violent George Floyd riots. Tune in for this candidconversation on justice and political double standards.
David Moerschel
In episode 29, Matt welcomes David Moerschel back to thepodcast to talk about his commuted sentence. Though he is grateful for his freedom, David describes the new challenges he is now facing and his struggle to return to his career in the medical field.To support David and to learn more about his story, visit https://davidisinnocent.
Yvonne St Cyr
In this episode, we explore the journey of Yvonne St Cyr, a former Marine Drill Instructor and January 6 Political Prisoner who was recently pardoned by President Trump. She describes her awakening in 2020, the personal loss she suffered as a political prisoner, and the impact the pardon has made on her life. You can help Yvonne by going to https://givesendgo.
Guy Reffitt
This is our first episode since the broad pardons were issued and our guest is Guy Reffitt. Help Guy out at https://www.givesendgo.
Eric Christie
3 days before Christmas the FBI busted open the door to his home and shot out the glass door in his bedroom. SWAT drew guns while flying a drone inside his home, tear gas and a flash bang, taking him handcuffed to the Los Angeles detention center then DC Gulag, charging him with 2 nonviolent misdemeanors w/ a felony enhancement for attending the #January6 rally exercising his 1st Amendment rights. Finally released, Eric Christie is dealing with the destruction of his life and home, losing a 20 year career, and denied unemployment insurance.
Siaka Massaquoi
Los Angeles County Republican Party Executive Board Member and well-known actor @_SiakaMassaquoi was arrested nearly 3 years after #January6 simply for taking video in the Capitol that day for 71 seconds, prompting @ElonMusk to post “This has gone too far”. Listen to his story of political persecution. #PoliticalPrisoner #JusticeForJ6 To contribute to Siaka’s GiveSendGo https://t.
Daniel Goodwyn
Daniel Goodwyn, who was inside the US Capitol for less than 1 minute on #J6 and left when he was asked to as surveillance video shows, was treated as a terrorist. https://danielgoodwyn.com/
Dylan Marshall
LAA volunteer Dylan Marshall joins The Political Prisoner Podcast to discuss the January 6 vigils he organizes at the Federal Courthouse in Waco, Texas and Seagoville Federal Facility as well as his work on our J6 database. Join Dylan for a #J6 vigil every Saturday, 6-8 PM at the Waco Federal Courthouse. For more info, follow @dylanmarshall11 on X.
Richard “Bigo” Barnett
While in Pelosi’s office, Barnett bled on an envelope, so he took it and left a quarter for it. During his trial in January, he said he took the envelope because it was a "biohazard." Taking the envelope resulted in a theft charge against Barnett, and he was sentenced to 4.
David Moerschel
David Moerschel, a neurophysiologist and Crisis Chaplain from Florida was in Washington, D.C., to offer medical services for those protecting VIPs at a political rally.
Brad Rukstales
After hearing ½ of Trump’s speech, @brad_rukstales turned on the TV to see people with American flags at the Capitol building. He wanted a picture! With no barriers and no violence he walked up the stairs with a large crowd.
William Chrestman
Clean Record. Not charged with violence. William Chrestman has been held in the DC Gulag for two years and still has no trial date.
Sarah McAbee • Operation Love Wins
One brave woman is leading a charity to help J6 political prisoners receive visits from their loved ones after YEARS of isolation. Hear the story of Sarah McAbee and Operation Love Wins, and support their effort at https://www.therealj6.
Shawn Witzemann
Journalist and American patriot @ShawnWitzemann shares how his life was taken apart for engaging in “wrongthink” on January 6th.
Tim Rivers
Tim Rivers joined our podcast to discuss a book he’s published, a compilation of letters and artwork from #J6 political prisoners document their mistreatment, abuse, and resilience. Listen here: https://anchor.fm/politicalprisoner #JusticeForJ6
Barry Ramey
Living in a cage lined by rat droppings and gagged by the stench of urine, Barry Ramey has been focused more on surviving death threats from known gang members than preparing for his February 21st trial in front of a jury of Trump-deranged DC democrats. Ramey, a legally innocent pretrial detainee, was slashed with a knife across his face by a convicted criminal that he is housed with in the Northern Neck Regional Jail. Ramey has not been convicted of any crimes.
Gary McBride
Gary McBride documented DC Police Officer Lila Morris murdering an unconscious Rosanne Boyland in cold blood on January 6th. The DC Police Department cleared the officer with lies and no oversight of the investigation. Hear Gary's story on this episode of the Political Prisoner's Podcast.
John Strand
They destroyed his life for a lie—now they’re threatening John Strand with 24 years max prison over January 6. John Strand is a model, actor, director, and activist who dedicated his life to the protection of Dr. Simone Gold and serving America's Frontline Doctors during the last 2 years of medical corruption and government tyranny.
Richard Barnard
A Capitol police officer told the FBI that Richard Barnard helped save his life on January 6th. The FBI and the Biden Department of Justice sent paramilitary squad to arrest him and proceeded destroy his life. Hear his story on the latest episode of LAA's Political Prisoner Podcast.
Ashli Babbit’s Mom Micki Witthoeft
#4Ashli www.4Ashli.com The Movement works to honor the life of Air Force Veteran Ashli Babbitt by raising awareness about the the plight of the political prisoners of January 6th, facilitating the preservation of Constitutional Due-Process rights for ALL Americans, and inspiring hope for the hundreds of thousands of persecuted souls who’ve been personally affected in the aftermath of tragedy.
Thomas Caldwell
Thomas Caldwell recommended a hotel to an acquaintance. For this, the FBI sent a SWAT team with weapons drawn to drag him out of his house at dawn and kept him in solitary confinement for fifty three days before charging him with "conspiracy." LINKS: Support Thomas Caldwell: https://saveourfarmva.
Troy Smocks
Troy Smocks did not enter the Capitol on January 6th, yet he spent a year in solitary confinement waiting for a court date. Listen to his compelling story of struggle and survival. You can support Troy at this link: https://givesendgo.
Fi Duong
In this episode of The Political Prisoner podcast, host Kimmie Gonzalez talks with J6 defendant and United States Marine Corps veteran, Fi Duong. Fi stands accused of starting a militia, stockpiling weapons, and surveilling the Capitol but what is this really about? Join us for the full story.
Treniss Evans
In the latest episode of The Political Prisoner podcast, host Kimmie Gonzalez talks with J6 defendant, Treniss Evans, about the events that took place at the Capitol on January 6th. Treniss caused no violence and yet he’s staring at over twenty years in prison and hundreds of thousands of dollars in fines. The media doesn’t want you to know what Treniss saw, heard, and experienced.
J6 Defendant Micajah Jackson
In this episode, host Matt Braynard welcomes United States Marine Corps veteran and J6 defendant, Micajah Jackson, to the podcast. Micajah shares details about his recent encounter with an individual who was at the Capitol on January 6th wearing an earpiece and carrying a weapon and has mysteriously dropped off the FBI’s Most Wanted list. Micajah Jackson Persecution Fund - https://givesendgo.
Jake Lang, Prisoner in the DC Gulag
Kimmie welcomed Jake Lang, J6 Prisoner, in an interview from the Central Detention Facility in Washington, DC, where he has been imprisoned since January 16, 2021. Jake recounts the events he witnessed at the Capitol on January 6th, including the brutal beating by a Capitol police officer that led to the death of Rosanne Boyland. He also shares how his constitutional rights are being shredded, talks about the 200-plus days of solitary confinement, and what he is doing to fight for truth and justice.
January 6 Defendant Jeremy Brown, from the Pinellas County Jail
In this episode, host Kimmie Gonzalez, is joined by Jeremy Brown, MSG, Special Forces, US Army Retired, and J6 political prisoner. Jeremy calls in from the Pinellas County Jail in Clearwater, Florida, to talk about how the FBI attempted to recruit him as a confidential informant, the details surrounding his arrest, and how our freedom and rights as American citizens are under attack by our own government. To learn more about Jeremy's fight and to contribute to the Jeremy Brown Defense Fund, please visit https://givesendgo.
January 6 Defendant Daniel Christmann
January 6 defendant, Daniel Christmann, joins co-hosts Matt Braynard and Kimmie Gonzalez to share his personal account of what happened at the Capitol on January 6 and the events that have followed.
Cara Castronuova on Rosanne Boyland
Matt and Kimmie welcome Cara Castronueva, leader of Citizens Against Political Persecution. They discuss the apparent murder of Rosanne Boyland at the hands of police at the US Capitol on January 6th. Links: Citizens Against Political Persecution.
The Political Prisoner with Look Ahead America ft Stephen Horn
Guest Stephen Horn, independent journalist and January 6 defendant, joins co-hosts Matt Braynard and Kimmie Gonzalez to share his personal experience of what happened at the Capitol on January 6.
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