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In this BEP Live episode, Tony Tidbit and Chris P. Reed cut through the noise and get straight to the real story. They break down Ken Burns’ American Revolution documentary and the long-ignored truth that immigrants, not just the British colonists, helped fight and shape the birth of this nation. The conversation exposes how history has been edited for comfort rather than accuracy.
Then the hosts shift to the present, examining the Trump administration’s reported missile strikes on alleged drug boats and the questionable pardon of a convicted trafficker. Tony and Chris tackle the political spin, the moral contradictions, and why accountability matters now more than ever.
This episode is a reminder that learning the truth, past or present, is not “woke.” It is necessary for growth, justice, and an honest America.
00:00: Introduction and Initial Thoughts
01:05: Welcome to A Black Executive Perspective
01:51: Diving into Flashpoint Stories
03:09: Thanksgiving Reflections
04:21: Ken Burns' American Revolution Documentary
07:29: The Real Fighters of the American Revolution
10:31: The Importance of Historical Truth
27:19: The Role of Immigrants in the American Revolution
30:44: Rewriting the American Story
31:33: Expansion Out West and Native American Territories
33:14: Promises to Continental Soldiers
37:32: Resistance to Change and Historical Truths
42:11: Controversial Military Actions and Political Hypocrisy
55:01: Final Thoughts and Call to Action
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