Episode
The Downward Spiral of Power: How 1913 Changed America
- Podcast
- Pursuit Of Purpose
- Published
- Mar 13, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 3625
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Summary
In this live episode of Pursuit of Purpose, Rob and Chuck trace the origins of modern taxation and federal power—from early 20th-century monopolies and propaganda to the creation of the Federal Reserve, the income tax, and the IRS—examining how those shifts reshaped American society and governance.They call listeners to awareness and action, urging unity across political lines to reclaim transparency, accountability, and the public’s authority over money, banking, and representation.