In this compelling Peace Through Strength podcast, host Laurence F. Sanford, Vice President of Operations for the American Security Council Foundation, sits down with author Kevin Symonds to explore the remarkable story of Dr. Bella Dodd and her warnings about Communist influence in America.

Symonds, a noted scholar specializing in the Catholic Church’s theology of private revelation and author of numerous articles, discusses his ongoing research for an upcoming book on Bella Dodd. Once a prominent Communist lawyer and organizer in New York’s educational system, Dodd eventually became disillusioned with the Communist Party, was expelled from its ranks, and emerged as one of the nation’s most outspoken critics of Communism.

Sanford and Symonds examine Dodd’s firsthand accounts of Communist infiltration efforts, the intersection of politics and religion, and the broader cultural and ideological struggles that continue to shape society today. Their conversation explores the relationship between faith, national security, education, and political movements, offering historical insights that remain relevant in the modern era. Join us for a fascinating and thought-provoking discussion that blends history, religion, and national security while examining lessons from the past that may help us better understand the challenges of the present.

Listen now and discover why Bella Dodd’s story continues to spark debate and discussion decades later.