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Welcome to Political Trade Secrets, where we reveal how elections are won. Each week, we take an inside look at campaigns and politics... We pull back the curtain, look under the hood, and investigate all aspects of successful campaigns and politicians, regardless of political party. Please leave a review and let us know what you think and what topics you'd like to hear more about.

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Welcome to Political Trade Secrets, where we reveal how elections are won. Each week, we take an inside look at campaigns and politics... We pull back the curtain, look under the hood, and investigate all aspects of successful campaigns and politicians, regardless of political party. Please leave a review and let us know what you think and what topics you'd like to hear more about.

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Revitalizing GOP's Ground Game: A Strategy Session w/ Matt Wylie

11/14/2023
In this enlightening episode, host Dustin Olson and GOP strategist Matt Wylie dissect key political campaign strategies and the evolution of the GOP's ground game. Wylie brings decades of experience to the table, offering an insider's view of landmark campaigns that have shaped the GOP's tactics. The dialogue opens with Wylie's recollections of a Massachusetts special election that he and host Dustin Olson worked on together, showcasing innovative tactics despite a close loss. He highlights the shift in GOP campaign tactics over the years, focusing on voter targeting and engagement. The discussion underlines the importance of authenticity in politics, drawing from various candidates' experiences. Wylie shares insights from John Ashcroft's Senate race, emphasizing political values and strategic campaign decisions. The episode also delves into the necessity of grassroots tactics, opposition research, and the importance of preparing for personal attacks in campaigns. Toward the end, Wylie and Olson critique the GOP's current reliance on social media, advocating for a renewed focus on direct voter engagement and grassroots efforts, especially in new demographics and movements like Parental Rights. Listeners can seek campaign advice from Wylie at Matt@MattWylie.com. For more insights, LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and leave a Review to support the show. Visit www.PoliticalTradeSecets.com for additional resources.

Duration:01:05:24

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Celebrating America! Surprising History Trivia of our Independence Day w/ J. Mark Powell, Official Historian of the Political Trade Secrets Show

7/2/2021
Today, Dustin is joined by the official patriotic historian of the Political Trade Secrets Show, J. Mark Powell to Explore Surprising History Trivia around Our Independence Day! J. Mark Powell is a novelist, former TV journalist, and diehard history buff. He writes a regular Holy Cow! History article at InsideSources.com Sign up to get exclusive Political Trade Secrets Insider stuff at PoliticalTradeSecrets.com.

Duration:00:42:36

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Ruth Edmonds, GOP Congressional Candidate & fmr. Columbus NAACP Pres. Shares Her Vision & Takes on Critical Race Theory, plus Our Powerful Maxim for Opportunity, & How to Watch Game Tape to Level Up

6/14/2021
Today on Political Trade Secrets’ Weekly Big Show Podcast w/ Dustin Olson & Sean Bartley: Sign up to get exclusive Political Trade Secrets Insider stuff at PoliticalTradeSecrets.com.

Duration:02:01:22

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A Productive Way to Think about Border Security & Immigration | The History of Memorial Day | How Terrible is Kamala Harris? | You Need a System for Thank You's | Powerful Axiom: “What You Do Daily Gets Done”

6/8/2021
On this episode of Political Trade Secrets’ Weekly Big Show Podcast, Dustin & Sean take the field to tackle important news this week, how Republicans can talk about it, and some of the best “political trade secrets” to winning: The most productive way to think about, talk about and solve Border Security & ImmigrationHow Terrible is Kamala Harris?Why you NEED a System for Thank Yous (or they’ll pile up)Unveil Dustin’s powerful strategic principle: “What You Do Daily Gets Done”The History of Memorial Day and the significance of Poppy Flowers w/ Author J. Mark Powell, plus a reading of the WWI Poem, “In Flanders Fields” Sign up to get exclusive Political Trade Secrets Insider stuff at www.PoliticalTradeSecrets.com. For daily updates and to communicate directly w/ Dustin & Sean, join our texting community by clicking here OR texting us directly at (202) 918-3345. Sponsored by: www.OlsonStrategies.comwww.Grassfire.uswww.10CentTexting.com

Duration:01:49:52

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🗺 Redistricting, the Census, & a New Congressional Map

6/1/2021
How does Redistricting work? What will Redistricting look like this year? How will it impact Congressional Races in 2022 & Beyond? In this episode, Top Experts join Dustin & Sean to make sense of the new Census numbers & how Redistricting will impact the emerging 2022 Congressional Map: Alan P. PhilpJohn Rogers Torchlight StrategiesMark WallerMatt Wylie Sponsored by: Olson StrategiesGrassfire, LLC10CentTexting.com Sign up to get exclusive Political Trade Secrets Insider stuff at PoliticalTradeSecrets.com. Join our community by clicking here OR texting us directly at (202) 918-3345.

Duration:01:36:35

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How to Use Incentives & Disincentives for Strategy & Politics

12/16/2020
Today on the show, Dustin and Sean explore how people are influenced by incentives and disincentives - both for good and bad - and how we can use this for positive strategy and political progress. Sponsored by Olson Strategies, Grassfire, LLC., & 10CentTexting.com. Sign up to get exclusive Political Trade Secrets Insider stuff at PoliticalTradeSecrets.com.

Duration:01:28:29

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Political Trade Secrets: How to Fight Fake News, Win Media Relations & Understand the News Landscape w/ Special Guest Brian DeRoy | ACB on the Court

11/12/2020
Today on Political Trade Secrets, Dustin and Sean talk w/ Brian DeRoy on How to Fight Fake News, Win w/ Media Relations by Understanding News Landscape and What Media Wants | ACB is ON THE COURT!!! | And DON'T CALL ME GEORGE! Sponsored by www.Grassfire.us and www.10centtexting.com.

Duration:01:21:18

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Political Trade Secrets: Facebook Ad-mageddon w/ John Rogers of Torchlight Strategies and Andy Yates of RepublicanAds.com

11/11/2020
Today on Political Trade Secrets, Dustin and Sean talk Facebook Ad-mageddon and where to spend to connect w/ voters with friends John Rogers from Torchlight Strategies and Andy Yates from RepublicanAds.com | The fun of a recent Trump Rally, SCOTUS confirmation proceedings, and other news of the day. Sponsored by www.Grassfire.us and www.10centtexting.com.

Duration:01:42:14

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Political Trade Secrets: We Speak w/ Pastor JC Church on Christians Leading in Politics | Presidential Debate Recap

11/9/2020
Dustin Olson and Sean Bartley Recap the Presidential Debate and are joined by ️PASTOR JC Church to talk about how Pastors can Empower Christians to be Salt & Light in America by voting, speaking up, AND Leading in the Public Square... Don't miss it!

Duration:01:30:58

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Political Trade Secrets: How to Use the Olson Strategy Sweet Spot | Defining Fake News Fact-Checking

11/6/2020
Today on Political Trade Secrets Dustin & Sean discuss how to use the Olson Strategy Sweet Spot, Fake News Fact-Checking, Kamala calling half the country racist, and ACB's unanimous Senate Judiciary committee vote.

Duration:01:05:36

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Political Trade Secrets: THE POSSIBILITY PRESIDENT: How Donald Trump Sees Possibilities Where Others Only See Constraints | Preview POTUS Debate 2

11/5/2020
Today on Political Trade Secrets, Dustin Olson and Sean Bartley Preview POTUS Debate 2, bring a Strategy Filter to the News and talk about ️THE POSSIBILITY PRESIDENT: How Donald Trump Sees Possibilities Where Others Only See Constraints... Sponsored by www.Grassfire.us & 10CentTexting.com.

Duration:01:07:18

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Political Trade Secrets: Using the Strategic Filter Known Known / Known Unknown / Unknown Unknown for Clarity & Innovation

11/4/2020
Today on Political Trade Secrets, Dustin & Sean talk about Strategic Filters to add Clarity & Innovation, the Ever-Evolving Debate Rules, and the Game is Afoot on the Biden Emails. Sponsored by www.Grassfire.us & 10CentTexting.com.

Duration:01:27:48

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Political Trade Secrets: How to Be an Informed Citizen and Fight Fake News

11/3/2020
Today on Political Trade Secrets, Dustin & Sean talk about how to be an informed citizen, fight fake news, the Gell-Mann Amnesia Effect and discover the filters you see the world through. Sponsored by www.Grassfire.us & 10CentTexting.com.

Duration:01:21:54

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Political Trade Secrets: Dueling Town Halls for Dueling Realities in America & How Right was GOP about Scully & Debate Commission?

11/2/2020
Today on Political Trade Secrets, Dustin & Sean talk about how the Dueling Town Halls exemplify the Dueling Realities in America and how this format takes Social Distancing to a Whole New Level. And discuss the future of Presidential Debates. Sponsored by www.Grassfire.us & 10CentTexting.com.

Duration:01:05:55

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Political Trade Secrets: Perception is Reality: Burisma, Biden, & How Algorithms, AI, & Big Tech COULD Control Our Reality... And what this means for Political Leaders

10/30/2020
Today on Political Trade Secrets, Dustin & Sean talk about Burisma, Biden, & How Algorithms, AI, & Big Tech Try to Shape our Reality. Find out what this means for you and other Political Leaders. Sponsored by www.Grassfire.us & 10CentTexting.com.

Duration:01:15:08

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Political Trade Secrets: Bad Decisions: The Joe Biden Story - Writer & Director Jason Meath Previews this Important Documentary

10/29/2020
Today on Political Trade Secrets, Dustin & Sean talk with acclaimed writer & director Jason Meath about his latest project Bad Decisions: The Joe Biden Story that premieres tonight on Newsmax and then they discuss Being Conservative doesn’t mean Being Quiet. Sponsored by www.Grassfire.us & 10CentTexting.com.

Duration:01:05:34

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Political Trade Secrets: Surveying Key 2020 US Senate Races and How to Help

10/28/2020
Today on Political Trade Secrets, Dustin & Sean talk about the Key US Senate Races, where the balance of power hinges in the upper chamber, and where you can make the biggest impact. Sponsored by www.Grassfire.us & 10CentTexting.com.

Duration:01:24:17

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Political Trade Secrets: SCOTUS Nomination Hearings & How the Harris-Biden “Court Packing” Threat Would End America as We Know It

10/27/2020
Today on Political Trade Secrets, Dustin & Sean talk Supreme Court Nomination Hearings & How the Harris-Biden “Court Packing” Threat would End America as We Know It. Sponsored by www.Grassfire.us & 10CentTexting.com.

Duration:01:08:18

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Political Trade Secrets: 3 Easy Steps to Improve Politics (at least your experience of it)

10/26/2020
Today on Political Trade Secrets, Dustin talks w/ Sean Bartley about 3 Easy Steps to Improve Politics (at least your experience of it) TODAY and 8 ProTips for Political Texting. Sponsored by www.Grassfire.us & 10CentTexting.com.

Duration:01:27:23

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Political Trade Secrets: How to Manage a Candidate - Commissioner Mark Waller Gives a Candidate’s Perspective, and Much More!

10/23/2020
Today on Political Trade Secrets, Dustin & Sean talk w/ Commissioner Mark Waller about what candidates think they need in a campaign, weighing input from professionals, family, and friends, and things learned from his various campaigns.

Duration:00:51:43