Talk Truth 08.04.26 – John Strand | Actor, model, author, and congressional candidate John Strand never imagined his path would lead from Hollywood to a federal prison cell. After refusing a Department of Justice plea deal following January 6, Strand was sentenced to prison before ultimately receiving a presidential pardon. He shares why he stood his ground, how the experience reshaped his view of America, and why he believes preserving freedom requires courage, personal responsibility, and engaged citizens. The conversation also explores illegal immigration, border security, Western civilization, faith, and the future of the American republic.

00:00 Foundational Message – Religion Without Transformation
03:10 Guest comes in – John Strand
04:55 From Hollywood to January 6
08:01 Inside Patriot Plea
09:31 Prison, pardons, and standing your ground
11:53 “We’re not anti-immigration—we’re anti-invasion”
14:48 Why he’s running for Congress
18:11 Is mass immigration intentional?
22:55 Campaign challenges and political courage
25:13 Final thoughts
25:44 Corri reflects on the justice system
26:28 Free devotional resource
28:10 Closing