America’s Mistakes Podcast

No one is perfect. We all make mistakes. Sometimes we can correct them. Sometimes it’s better to be smart enough to avoid them in the first place.

Why not try to anticipate the problem and avoid it?

Join lawyer and author Lewis M. Ress as he dissects and offers solutions to America’s Mistakes.

Episodes

Jul 20, 2026

55 min

This episode dives into the Jeffrey Epstein scandal: his early life, rise through finance, ties to Les Wexner and Donald Trump, and the role of Ghislaine Maxwell, Alex Acosta and other key figures.Hosts discuss alleged cover-ups, the Department of Justice’s withholding of millions of pages from the Epstein files, questions around prison transfers and accountability, and the broader dangers to democracy and the need for transparency.

Jun 8, 2026

42 min

Host Peter Hesse and attorney Lewis M. Ress dissect a deeply politicized Supreme Court, covering Justice Clarence Thomas' controversial remarks about divine guidance, the court's weak ethics code, and undisclosed gifts tied to influential donors.
They also examine the shadow docket, rulings on gerrymandering and religious symbols, the Trump immunity decision, and the broader threats these trends pose to democratic representation and judicial accountability.

May 12, 2026

43 min

Lewis M. Ress and host Peter Hesse discuss how recent events — the Epstein files, the conflict in Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, rising oil profits and gas prices, and the growing influence of AI — connect to broader political and social issues.
They examine concerns about corporate power, election security, the Supreme Court's decisions on voting rights, and the need for regulation of AI and industry to protect democracy and public welfare.

Apr 12, 2026

38 min

Hosts Peter Hesse and attorney Lewis Ress examine the possible links between the Epstein scandal and current geopolitical events, including Melania Trump’s statement, the wars in Iran and Venezuela, and alleged efforts to divert public attention.
The episode explores Trump’s ties to Epstein, Department of Justice handling of the files, the role of oil and political influence, and why victims and Congress face difficult decisions about testimony. The hosts promise a follow-up episode focused on oil and gas.

Feb 10, 2026

46 min

Peter Hesse and Lewis Ress examine the withheld Epstein files, alleged protections for Donald Trump by his allies, and the role of figures like Pam Bondi and Todd Blanche in shielding powerful people.
The episode connects those revelations to wider diversions—border actions, foreign money and gifts, election interference, and threats to democratic norms—and ends with a call for civic awareness and action.

Jan 21, 2026

49 min

Hosts Peter Hesse and attorney Lewis Ress examine whether former President Trump could face a new impeachment, reviewing alleged abuses of power including use of government agencies, pardons, war powers, election interference, and Supreme Court involvement.
The conversation covers past impeachments, legal grounds under the Constitution, potential investigations, and the broader political and legal implications for American democracy.

Dec 11, 2025

58 min

Peter Hesse and Lewis M. Ress unpack the Jeffrey Epstein saga, the unusual treatment of Ghislaine Maxwell in prison, and the political forces blocking full transparency.
They also discuss Rule 5 subpoenas, impeachment procedures, and widening affordability gaps affecting American families.

Oct 28, 2025

1hr 1 min

In this episode Peter Hesse and attorney Lewis M. Ress examine economic pressures, rising costs of living and healthcare, and the political fallout from the No Kings March. They discuss threats to democracy — the Supreme Court, executive power, corruption, and controversies surrounding Epstein — and consider protests, boycotts, and the need for a coordinated political plan to protect civil liberties and voting rights.

Oct 11, 2025

45 min

In this episode of "America's Mistakes," host Peter Hesse and attorney Lewis M. Ress explore the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, its ties to powerful figures, and alleged legal cover-ups. They discuss attorney conflicts, the controversial non-prosecution deal, influential names on purported customer lists, and efforts to suppress or redact key documents.
The conversation also touches on broader concerns about political influence, media involvement, and threats to democratic institutions, ending with calls for public accountability and further investigation.

Aug 26, 2025

54 min

In this episode of America's Mistakes, hosts Peter Hesse and attorney Lewis M. Reff trace the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, the controversial plea deals, and the web of powerful figures tied to the scandal. They examine alleged cover-ups, conflicts of interest in the Department of Justice, and how the case touches issues of women's rights, accountability, and institutional failure.
The conversation connects the Epstein story to broader concerns about the Supreme Court, political influence, and threats to democratic norms, and asks what the fallout means for victims, the legal system, and public trust.

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