Podcasts about breaking history

In this episode of Breaking History, Matt Ehret examines how mass casualty events, media narratives, and intelligence operations are used to shape public perception and steer societies toward fear-driven compliance. Matt walks through historical and modern examples of false flag dynamics, psychological operations, and the manipulation of public emotion to justify war, surveillance, and centralized control. Joined by Ghost, the discussion traces these tactics from the French Revolution through 9/11 and into today's geopolitical flashpoints, highlighting how mob psychology is cultivated to erode individual sovereignty. The conversation also explores Zionism, communism, Fabian influence, and modern technocratic power structures, tying historical ideology to present-day censorship, pre-crime narratives, and global governance efforts. Throughout the episode, Matt emphasizes discernment, historical context, and the importance of resisting engineered narratives designed to fracture society and suppress independent thought.      

Matt Ehret and Ghost take a fast-moving tour through Trump's newly released National Security Strategy, a document Ghost argues formally ends decades of neocon adventurism by rejecting regime change, overseas meddling, and global policing in favor of regional balance and American hemispheric security. From there, they dive into major geopolitical shifts: Turkey and Hungary teaming up to guarantee Russian gas flow, Saudi Arabia and Iran reaffirming the Beijing Agreement, Qatar and Saudi Arabia launching a joint high-speed rail project, and Turkey signaling readiness to deploy peacekeeping forces in Gaza. The hosts contrast these realignments with Europe's escalating panic, highlighting Estonian PM Kaja Kallas's historical revisionism and EU outrage over the strategy's sovereignty-first posture. They also track Ukraine's unraveling corruption, NATO procurement scandals involving Israeli defense firms, and rumors of Zelensky's impending exit. Packed with maps, history, sharp humor, and pattern recognition, this episode reveals a world rapidly reorganizing itself as the old order loses coherence.  

Matt Ehret and Ghost explore a rapidly shifting geopolitical landscape, opening with Ukraine's unraveling corruption network, high-level resignations, and the possibility that a U.S.–Russia settlement is already in place while the kinetic war simply plays itself out. They examine how raids on Zelensky's inner circle, oligarch testimony, and a mass exodus of Ukrainian power players signal a collapsing regime. From there, they map the expanding U.S.–Venezuela–Colombia cooperation against cartels and trafficking networks, spotlighting newly pardoned leaders, DEA informants, and regional realignments that defy the old Cold War script. The conversation widens into the strange rise of Javier Milei, IMF capture, Latin American resistance, the merging Israel–Ukraine narrative, and the deeper historical forces, templar networks, corporate feudalism, sabotage movements, and engineered cults, that shape modern conflicts. With global tensions rising from Africa to the Pacific, Matt and Ghost connect today's flashpoints to centuries-old power structures still fighting for control.

In this dense, far-reaching conversation, Matt Ehret and Ghost break down the rapidly shifting global order through the lens of MBS, Trump, Russia, and the unraveling of Western hegemony. They explore Saudi Arabia's hard line on Palestinian statehood, why MBS won't be bribed into the Abraham Accords, and how Trump's 20-point peace plan aligns with decades of promises to Palestinian leaders. From Qatar's 2017 counter-terrorism agreement and its role in cutting ISIS financing, to the quiet construction of U.S. military infrastructure in Israel, the episode connects today's moves to a broader geopolitical realignment driven by bilateral trade agreements and nuclear energy development. Matt and Ghost highlight how NATO is collapsing under its own contradictions, why Germany may soon break from EU control, and how populist nationalism is reshaping global alliances. They close with deep historical context, Harding, Versailles, Templars, mystery cults, and how symbols, language, and institutions are reclaimed or co-opted across eras, all while Trump and Putin maneuver to neutralize the Ukraine conflict and dismantle the warmongering architecture behind it.

Ghost hosts a special live breakdown of President Trump's highly anticipated speech at the U.S.–Saudi Investment Forum, offering real-time insight into one of the most consequential geopolitical and economic events of the year. As Trump and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman outline unprecedented levels of cooperation, including America's new major non-NATO ally designation for Saudi Arabia, a strategic defense agreement, and a massive $1 trillion investment commitment, Ghost highlights the scale, symbolism, and momentum behind the partnership. He digs into Trump's focus on energy independence, AI and data-center innovation, micro-reactor development, streamlined permitting, and the revival of American manufacturing through tariffs and deregulation. Ghost also explains why MBS received a reception “unlike anything we've ever seen,” how global capital follows political momentum, and why this summit could accelerate a broader realignment of world power. The episode closes with a wider look at economic strategy, regulatory reform, corporate influence, and the implications for small businesses and the American workforce.

In this riveting Breaking History, Matt Ehret joins Ghost for an expansive conversation that stretches from theology to geopolitics. Speaking from Sochi, Matt shares his experience premiering his Arctic development documentary at a Russian film festival before diving with Ghost into topics of faith, morality, and manipulation. They explore the true meaning of ecumenism, how it's been twisted into a one-world religion, and how the oligarchy weaponizes division and ideology. The discussion then turns to the fake dialectics of the 20th century, Hitler's role as a globalist agent, the theosophical roots of fascism and communism, and the ongoing infiltration of modern movements. From Nick Fuentes' Hitler rehabilitation campaign to Trump's orchestration of chaos within MAGA, the hosts unravel how psychological operations and historical deception shape the modern world. They end with sharp analysis of Trump's meeting with an alleged Al-Qaeda figure, NATO's collapse, and the coming realignment of global power. Deep, dangerous, and undeniably fascinating, this episode connects past deception to present revelation.

The fever swamps of the alt-right have crept upstream. Fringe figures are making their way onto increasingly mainstream platforms, spreading ideological contagion to impressionable young audiences. Having long covered the creeping antisemitism of the Left, the fight now unfolding on the Right is an inspiring and essential one. With his debut WTH appearance, Eli Lake reminds us that this isn't a question of free speech, it's a question of policing one's own coalition with moral clarity. If the Right doesn't get this right, what will 2028 look like for the Republican Party? Eli Lake is a veteran journalist with expertise in foreign affairs and national security who has reported for Bloomberg, The Daily Beast, and Newsweek. He was the senior national security correspondent for the Daily Beast and covered national security and intelligence for the Washington Times, the New York Sun and UPI. Eli is currently the host of Breaking History, a new history podcast from The Free Press, where he regularly publishes. Read the transcript here.Subscribe to our Substack here.

In this thought-provoking episode of Breaking History, Matt Ehret sits down with journalist and historian Martin Sieff to mark the 30th anniversary of Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin's assassination, an event they argue changed the course of Middle Eastern peace. Sieff, a former Washington Times correspondent who covered Rabin firsthand, reveals startling insights into Rabin's secret peace negotiations with Syria's Hafez al-Assad, his conflict with Shimon Peres, and the Israeli deep state divisions that may have sealed his fate. Together, they explore the tangled roots of Zionism, British imperial intrigue, the manipulation of eschatology for political control, and how modern global elites still play by those same occult-inspired rules. From Herzl's utopian vision to Tony Blair's technocratic “peace boards,” from the Balfour Declaration's hidden motives to the modern Abraham Accords, Ehret and Sieff connect a century of hidden agendas shaping today's geopolitical chaos. A sweeping and explosive conversation that exposes how myth, power, and ideology collide to steer world history.

Matt Ehret and Ghost (Gordon McCormick) reunite after a brief break for a powerhouse episode of Breaking History that spans centuries of geopolitics and the future of global order. They begin with the newly resurfaced “Kennedy–Khrushchev World Peace Bridge” map linking Alaska to Russia, a vision for unity that Ehret traces back to 19th-century proposals for a Bering Strait tunnel. The hosts debate whether the document's reemergence is historical revelation or strategic forgery, tying it to JFK's legacy, Trump's modern diplomacy, and Russia's long game of cooperative infrastructure. From there, they dissect Trump's postponed Budapest summit, U.S.–Russia sanctions, and how “WrestleMania-level theater” masks real geopolitical shifts. The conversation unfolds into Venezuela's cartel wars, Zionism's unraveling, Christian heresy, and the coming peace through sovereign alliances. With humor, history, and heavy analysis, Breaking History delivers its signature blend of strategy, spirit, and revelation, reminding listeners that the great game is always bigger than the headlines.

Ghost takes over Breaking History for a solo deep dive that feels part investigation, part exposé. In this explosive episode, he unpacks the tangled web behind Venezuela's Nobel Peace Prize controversy, how opposition leader Maria Corina Machado's award ties to the U.S. State Department, Marco Rubio, Elon Musk, and the CIA's long history of regime change. Ghost dissects how “humanitarian coups,” fake peace prizes, and media manipulation reveal the machinery of modern empire. From Maduro's feud with Musk to Colombia's fiery rebuke of Netanyahu and the cartels' deep ties to D.C., this episode connects decades of covert operations to today's headlines. Packed with receipts, humor, and raw insight, it's Ghost at his analytical best, ripping the mask off global corruption, one coup at a time.

Eli Lake, reporter at The Free Press, host of the Breaking History podcast, and contributing editor at Commentary, joined The Guy Benson Show today to discuss while return of hostages from Hamas is incredible, the job of restructuring Gaza is far from finished. Lake explained why Hamas's terror infrastructure must be dismantled and its tunnels destroyed, and Lake also praised Trump's continued foreign policy achievements this term. Lake and Benson also reacted to the disturbing protests against a ceasefire in Israel, which he said reveal a faction of the left that never cared about ending the war, only about targeting Jewish people. Listen to the full interview below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt Ehret and Ghost team up with Eric Rice for a deep dive into the shadowy history of the Jesuits and their influence on world power. From their origins in the 1500s under Ignatius of Loyola to their hidden hand in modern geopolitics, the trio unpacks how this religious order became one of the most powerful and secretive forces on Earth. They explore the Jesuits' role in education, banking, and empire-building, connecting historical missions to present-day influence within governments and intelligence networks. With Matt's historical precision, Ghost's strategic lens, and Eric's philosophical perspective, this episode connects centuries of spiritual warfare, political manipulation, and global control, challenging listeners to rethink what they know about the Vatican's most enigmatic order.

Matt Ehret and Ghost welcome Cynthia Chung to dig into Count Richard Coudenhove-Kalergi, the architect of Pan-Europe and an overlooked forerunner of fascism. They trace how Kalergi's blueprint for the European Union drew from crusader ideology, Masonic symbolism, and a vision of reviving the Habsburg Empire. The conversation unpacks his ties to Mussolini, the Vatican, and Zionism, revealing how the League of Nations and Balfour Declaration carried forward a larger imperial strategy. From propaganda nudging Gen Z into crusader cosplay to Steve Bannon's modern “gladiator schools,” the hosts expose how old Templar currents resurface in today's geopolitics. They examine the danger of game theory traps that pit groups against one another, pushing societies toward engineered conflict and authoritarian “solutions.” With insights into social imperialism, the Fabian roots of fascism, and the modern Pan-Europe movement's push to break up Russia, this episode connects the past to the precarious present, urging listeners to resist empire by reclaiming sovereignty, economics, and responsibility for self-government.

Matt Ehret and Ghost take listeners on a global tour of intrigue, from the fallout of Charlie Kirk's assassination to the shifting alliances shaping the Middle East and Eurasia. They break down Trump's fiery UN speech, the odd “malfunctions” that marred it, and his high-stakes meetings with Arab leaders and Erdogan. The discussion moves into Israel's maneuvers in Syria, the looming specter of a land war with Iran, and the deeper game being played with NATO and Turkey. From Kazakhstan's record-breaking $4 billion rail deal with the U.S. to China and Russia's nuclear and infrastructure partnerships, the hosts trace how railroads, energy, and geopolitics are fusing into a new map of power. Along the way, they expose the dangers of transhumanist ideology, AI “saints,” and psychological operations designed to warp faith and culture. This episode ties together history, current events, and the battle for the future in the style only Breaking History delivers.

In this episode of Breaking History, hosts Matt Ehret and Ghost dive into the turbulent aftermath of Charlie Kirk's assassination, analyzing whether it was a catalyst that fractured the information battlespace into open civil war. They explore the bizarre narratives surrounding the alleged shooter, the uncanny media framing, and suspicious ties to Ukraine's Azov Battalion. The discussion widens into historical parallels, from COINTELPRO and Operation Gladio to Freemasonic intrigues, Vatican influence, and British designs on reabsorbing America. With international flashpoints in Europe, the Middle East, and Venezuela adding to the chaos, the hosts warn of a familiar 9/11-style trap: fear and outrage weaponized into calls for censorship and authoritarian “security.” This isn't just about one assassination, it's about the deeper struggle over who controls the narrative, the nation, and the future.

Matt Ehret and Ghost take aim at Candace Owens' recent claims that the American Revolution was a fraud and “fake and gay,” dissecting her reliance on a book by British intelligence-linked author Nicholas Haggar. They explore the deeper battle between competing Freemasonic traditions, the manipulation of history by British elites, and the ongoing information war designed to demoralize Americans into rejecting their founding principles. From Mozart's republican lodge and Edgar Allan Poe's warnings to the occult ambitions of Albert Pike and modern Israeli leaders calling for Solomon's Temple, the hosts connect past and present efforts to restore oligarchy under the guise of order. The conversation then pivots to current events, including Netanyahu's missile strike on Qatar, the unraveling Abraham Accords, and Trump's strategic handling of Middle East dynamics. A fiery episode that blends history, geopolitics, and the fight for America's spirit.

Matt Ehret and Ghost dive into the geopolitics of power, finance, and space with a sprawling discussion that begins with Russia's special envoy Kirill Dmitriev. They trace his rise from Stanford and Goldman Sachs to orchestrating Russian privatization schemes, WEF connections, and his surprising pivot toward fostering U.S.–Russia–China cooperation. The hosts explore Dmitriev's ties to Mohammed bin Salman, the Saudi purge of 2017, and how those moves reshaped global finance, tech, and even Twitter's role as an intelligence weapon. From there, they pivot to General Flynn's recent Q-linked posts, General Kwast's comments on Trump and Putin's Arctic energy strategy, and revelations about joint nuclear reactor projects on the moon. The conversation blends hard geopolitics with philosophical reflections on peace, the space economy, helium-3, quantum computing, and humanity's capacity for redemption. With free-flowing banter and live analysis, Matt and Ghost challenge listeners to see beyond Cold War psyops into a new paradigm of cooperation and sovereignty.

Matt Ehret and Ghost team up for a sprawling dive into geopolitics, history, and hidden power structures. They open with Ghost's travel nightmare and use it as a springboard to expose how decades of neglect and privatization crippled regional airports, linking the failures back to post-9/11 policies and financial corruption. From there, the discussion widens into the theft of PROMIS software, Israel's role as the “sixth eye” in Five Eyes intelligence, and the deep entanglement of organized crime syndicates like the Bronfmans with intelligence agencies. The hosts explore the rise of the Pilgrim Society, the Federal Reserve's creation, and how monopolists like J.P. Morgan used U.S. Steel to reshape American industry. Tying it all to the present, they analyze Trump's “golden share” in U.S. Steel, Nippon Steel's losses, and how sovereign nations are reclaiming control from transnational cartels. With detours into Italy's populist Matteo Salvini, Soros crackdowns, and Brad Zerbo's Codex 9/11, this episode blends history and current events into a sharp critique of state capture and the global struggle for sovereignty.

Ever travel to Europe in the summer and suddenly feel very “ra ra ra” about America? It's not because of American culture, or food, or architecture. The thing people miss first and foremost is AC. Yes, air-conditioning. It's an American treasure and of course, fodder for many dad jokes. But beyond the jokes, this invention has been politically and culturally transformational. AC allowed factories to operate through the summer—creating more productivity, prosperity, wealth, and American dynamism. It's allowed Americans to live in the most uninviting places in the country—ever been to Arizona or Texas in the summer? And this very flexibility to live in places like Phoenix and Austin has shifted migration, demographics, and even our political map. So today we want to bring you podcasts from another show in The Free Press podcast network—Breaking History. Eli Lake and his producer Poppy Damon speak with Salvatore Basile, the author of Cool: How Air Conditioning Changed Everything, about how air-conditioning—once called “comfort cooling” and “refrigeration systems”—evolved from a bespoke invention to a household status symbol and a political force. The episode is so interesting because it highlights inflection points that propelled this technology. If you're listening with your AC on high, you won't want to miss it. If you want to hear more from Eli Lake on Breaking History, follow here. Header 6: The Free Press earns a commission from any purchases made through all book links in this article. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ghost unpacks the historic opening of U.S.-China relations under Richard Nixon and Henry Kissinger, examining how their secret diplomacy reshaped the global order. He explores the motives behind Nixon's outreach to Beijing, the strategic calculations of the Cold War, and how this pivot shifted America's balance of power with the Soviet Union. The episode also highlights the long-term consequences of this move, from economic entanglement to today's geopolitical tensions with China. With clear analysis and historical context, Ghost connects the dots between past maneuvers and the challenges now facing U.S. foreign policy.

Matt Ehret and Ghost explore the intricate alliance between Ronald Reagan and Pope John Paul II, revealing how their shared vision helped reshape the geopolitical landscape of the Cold War. They trace the backchannel diplomacy, covert strategies, and moral narratives that united the White House and the Vatican in opposition to Soviet influence, particularly in Eastern Europe. The conversation unpacks the role of intelligence networks, economic pressures, and ideological messaging in undermining communist regimes, while also considering the long-term consequences of these maneuvers on global politics. With historical depth and sharp analysis, the hosts connect the dots between faith, statecraft, and the power plays that defined a pivotal era.

In Episode 111 of Breaking History, Ghost is joined by special guest War Hamster Brady for a fast-paced exploration of the social and psychological warfare shaping our world. They dig into how manufactured chaos and gamified societal roles are being used to distract and divide, all while a deeper war plays out beyond the headlines. From predictive programming and trauma-based conditioning to AI-driven behavioral control, this episode pulls back the curtain on the systems engineered to keep populations confused, reactive, and unaware. Ghost and Brady question the nature of reality itself, who's designing it, and for what end? A mind-bending, thought-provoking episode that challenges listeners to step outside the simulation and start seeing the patterns.

In Episode 110 of Breaking History, Matt Ehret and Ghost uncover the real motives behind Nixon's infamous 1971 decision to close the gold window. Far from a spontaneous response to economic instability, the hosts argue it was part of a calculated geopolitical shift orchestrated by Henry Kissinger and aligned elites. They trace how Nixon's trip to China and the cozying up to Mao were tied to broader plans to unmoor the U.S. dollar from gold and empower a fiat system that would eventually serve globalist interests. From the betrayal of de Gaulle and Canada's role in testing debt-based finance, to the manipulation of U.S.-China relations and the sidelining of national sovereignty, Matt and Ghost connect the dots to expose the deep, coordinated architecture behind our current monetary crisis. Packed with historical insight and sharp geopolitical context, this episode challenges the official narrative and reframes 1971 as a turning point in the war on economic independence.

In Episode 109 of Breaking History, Matt Ehret and Ghost unpack the global chessboard with a focus on Russia's tightening alliances and the crumbling credibility of the G7. The hosts examine how Western powers have tried, and failed, to isolate Russia economically and diplomatically, particularly through sanctions and attempts to cap oil revenues. Instead, they reveal how these moves have backfired, accelerating cooperation among BRICS nations and expanding Eurasian integration. Matt and Ghost also break down the flawed narratives surrounding Putin, the Western media's selective memory about WWII alliances, and the deep history of U.S. collusion with Nazi-aligned forces post-1945. They argue that the rules-based order is imploding under the weight of its own hypocrisy, and that Russia's current positioning is not only strategic, but part of a broader rebellion against a unipolar global regime. Packed with historical references and geopolitical insight, this episode delivers a sharp analysis of the shifting world order.

Earlier this week, Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard declassified new documents effectively reopening the 2016 Russia investigation discussion. She claims these documents indicate that former President Obama was the driving force behind ensuring that the first Trump Administration had an unsuccessful presidency.  Host of the Breaking History podcast and veteran journalist for The Free Press, Eli Lake, breaks down the newly released documents from Director Gabbard and describes the ripple effect the investigation had on American politics.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Moynihan is somewhere in Europe. Eli Lake (The Free Press, Breaking History) fills in. And Kmele sustained a harrowing podcast-related injury that postponed a recording (and nearly cost him a finger).* Meat & Memory* Colbert Gets the Axe* Small Packages* A Yearslong Coup?* Russiagate Replay* Accountability and Missed Opportunities* The Never-Ending Epstein Drama* An (Inevitably) Dysfunctional Government (if you can keep it) Recorded: 7.24.2025 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.wethefifth.com/subscribe

In Episode 108 of Breaking History, Matt Ehret and Ghost connect historical patterns to the present-day collapse of Western leadership, arguing that the same elite forces orchestrating modern chaos have been operating since the 19th century. They analyze Biden's mental decline, Macron's flailing regime in France, and how color revolutions and regime-change operations are now targeting Western nations themselves. The duo explores secretive weather manipulation programs and geoengineering, linking modern environmental disasters to Cold War-era weaponization of science. They revisit the Paris Climate Accord, the Club of Rome, and the UN's role in pushing a depopulation and deindustrialization agenda through the façade of environmentalism. From the rise of technocrats like Klaus Schwab and the influence of British intelligence on American policy, to the psychological operations behind COVID and climate fear porn, Matt and Ghost argue that the globalist game plan is spiritual, not just political. This episode is a crash course in decoding elite systems of control, past and present, and offers a warning: the same empires that used covert warfare abroad have now turned inward, sacrificing their own citizens to maintain power.

In Episode 107 of Breaking History, Matt Ehret and Ghost pull back the curtain on the real power players behind global conflict, tracing a line from Napoleon's exile to modern color revolutions. They dig into how British intelligence, global banking interests, and puppet leaders have repeatedly used regime change, debt traps, and military alliances to reshape the world in their image. Ghost challenges the true motives behind the French Revolution, the Vietnam War, and even the founding of NATO, while Matt breaks down the shift from American nationalism to British-style imperialism post-WWII. Together, they dissect Kissinger's legacy, the role of private central banks, and the modern globalist war on sovereign states. With current events like Haiti, Israel, and Ukraine woven into historical patterns, this episode reveals how today's chaos is part of a centuries-old playbook. Packed with sharp historical analysis and blunt truth bombs, it's a must-listen for anyone ready to question everything they thought they knew about war, peace, and who really pulls the strings.

In this episode of Breaking History, Matt Ehret and Ghost explore how the Western political and financial elite have gaslit the public into believing in a moral high ground that doesn't exist. They contrast this with the rise of Eurasian cooperation, highlighting how Russia, China, and parts of the Global South are pursuing multipolar strategies based on real infrastructure, mutual benefit, and national sovereignty. The hosts dig into France's recent declaration to reintroduce conscription and what it signals about NATO's desperation, alongside the fading credibility of the UN and EU. Meanwhile, they examine how countries like Indonesia, India, and Saudi Arabia are quietly shifting toward BRICS and the Belt and Road Initiative, rejecting IMF austerity in favor of development-driven partnerships. Also discussed is the spiritual dimension of this geopolitical divide: the West's moral decay versus the East's emphasis on cultural and civilizational revival. The episode closes with reflections on how controlled revolutions, color movements, and financial sabotage are tools of empire, and why rejecting false dialectics is the first step toward real sovereignty. This is a sharp, global analysis of a world at the tipping point.

In this episode of Breaking History, Matt Ehret and Ghost welcome special guest Joaquin Flores for an in-depth exploration of the escalating geopolitical conflicts in Syria, Azerbaijan, and beyond. The conversation opens with analysis of Israel's sudden strikes on Damascus and the Druze regions, dissecting how internal Israeli politics, including Netanyahu's fragile coalition, are driving aggressive military actions. The discussion expands to the strategic aims of partitioning Syria along sectarian lines to create buffer zones and disrupt Russian and Iranian influence. From there, the hosts dive into the tangled dynamics in the Caucasus, explaining how Azerbaijan's ambitions, energy corridors, and tensions with Armenia could be used to bait Russia into a second front. They examine Turkey's delicate balancing act between NATO and Russia, the implications of pan-Turkic ideology, and how overlapping proxy interests risk merging the Ukrainian and Middle Eastern theaters into one broader conflict. The episode closes with reflections on NATO's looming financial crisis, the potential bankruptcy of European powers fueling arms sales, and whether Trump's geopolitical maneuvers are deliberately designed to drain the West's war machine.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit smokeempodcast.substack.comEli Lake, host of the Breaking History podcast, loves America. But what does that mean? We discuss the long unfinished experiment of our country, and the fashionable anti-semitism that's swept colleges/the youngs, or as Eli calls them, “barista socialists.” We talk about how elite colleges fell apart, when the left becomes violent, and why valuing ideology over human lives is never a good look.Also discussed:* Eli's July 4 AI song is a BOP* Sarah tells Nancy she “looks older,” this goes over great * We knew we'd made it on YouTube when …* Commenter warns: DO NOT WATCH THIS VIDEO!!* Eli explains how he makes his bangin' AI songs* Third rails and Gen Xers* Spy Magazine!!!* Sarah doesn't want to make Eli the point-person on antisemitism but …* “You suck, Bob Vylan!”* How shockingly close boredom is to death lust * “It goes back to the Books of the Maccabees…”* NYC mayoral politics: “Vote for the felon or for the fedayeen.”* The bill has come due for radical academics* Does Bernadine Dohrn deserve eternal contempt? Let's discuss!* “Who is Menachem Begin?”* What young actor should play Ted Bundy?* Sarah has a FOURTH OF JULY SURPRISE!Plus, heroes of the Texas floods, a Monica Lewinsky theory from the Middle East, Sarah falls asleep listening to serial killer narratives, and much more!We're PROUD to call you a paid subscriber. Now you just have to, umm, become one.You can listen to Eli's entire July 4 episode, but if you want to choke up and hear Eli's bangin' “If You Don't Leave (We Gonna Fight),” start here (47:49)

In this sweeping episode, Matt Ehret and Ghost are joined by Cynthia Chung (cynthiachung.substack.com) for a masterclass on Iran's modern history. Cynthia walks through her trilogy of essays chronicling how Britain and later the United States engineered regime change to control Iranian oil, beginning with the 1872 Reuter concession that handed Britain the country's economic lifeblood. The conversation traces the 1953 CIA-MI6 coup against Prime Minister Mossadegh for nationalizing oil, the Shah's ambitions to industrialize and escape colonial dependence, and the suspicious rise of Khomeini's revolution. The hosts expose how the same Western networks behind the overthrow of Mossadegh later fueled the Iran-Iraq war, Iran-Contra, and decades of chaos designed to prevent regional cooperation and modernization. They explore the Carter Doctrine, Brzezinski's arc of crisis, and how strategies used to fracture Iran are still deployed across the world. The episode closes with reflections on Iran's attempts to reclaim sovereignty through the Belt and Road Initiative and a vision of economic development to transcend engineered conflicts. Rich with historical detail, this conversation challenges the simplistic narratives that have shaped public perception for generations.

In this marathon episode, Matt Ehret and Ghost peel back the layers of the modern financial Ponzi scheme and its deep philosophical roots. They start by dissecting the $700 trillion derivatives market, exposing how deregulation and speculative gambling replaced real productive investment since the repeal of Glass-Steagall. The conversation explores how this system was built on fiat debt slavery, designed to keep generations trapped in perpetual repayment while a handful of banks and hedge funds consolidate control. Matt and Ghost also trace how Darwinian and social Darwinist theories, promoted by figures like Thomas Huxley and later repackaged into corporate science, became the cultural backbone that justifies economic exploitation, eugenics, and the manufactured scarcity mindset. They show how these ideas seeped into everything from the Rockefellers' stranglehold on medicine to modern “pump-and-dump” crypto scams. Throughout, they challenge libertarian and Keynesian dogmas alike, explaining why neither camp offers a real path to freedom. The hosts call for a return to first principles, justice, moral economies, and honest money...and question whether Americans will ever wake up to the reality that they're living in a rigged casino designed to fail.

What's up, guys? I have a powerhouse episode for you today with Eli Lake—one of the sharpest minds in foreign policy journalism. Eli's a columnist for the Free Press, the host of the Breaking History podcast, and a straight-up expert on everything from intelligence to Middle East geopolitics. If you've ever found yourself wondering what's really behind America's relationship with Israel, Iran's nuclear ambitions, or the complex dance of power in the Middle East—this is the conversation you cannot miss. Today, we're diving deep into the realities nobody talks about: conspiracy theories that just won't die, why alliances in that region are shifting so fast, the truth about proxy wars, and what the future could look like if Iran's regime falls or continues to escalate. Eli breaks down why the intelligence war matters, how successful military operations reshape global power, and what it will actually take for democratic change to happen in places like Iran. SHOWNOTES 00:00 The "Israel Puppeteering" Myth & Its Origins01:46 How US and Israeli Intelligence Stack Up03:36 Technical vs. Human Intelligence—Who Excels and Why04:01 Israel, Iran, and the Nuclear Umbrella Strategy05:16 The Proxy War Web: Hamas, Hezbollah, and Iranian Influence06:31 October 7th, Retaliation & Demolishing Proxy Networks07:56 Did Iran Really Take the “Next Step” to a Bomb?09:16 What Actually Counts as “Success” Against Iran?10:39 Democratic Uprising: Is Regime Change Possible from Within?12:32 Tech, Starlink, and Empowering the Iranian People14:20 Regime Humiliation & Authoritarian Vulnerability16:06 The Tipping Point for Revolution17:00 Internal Rot in the Iranian Regime FOLLOW ELI LAKETwitter: @EliLakePodcast: Breaking HistoryThe Free Press Columns: thefp.com/author/eli-lake CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to ⁠https://www.vitalproteins.com⁠ and entering promo code IMPACT at check out Allio Capital: Macro investing for people who want to understand the big picture. Download their app in the App Store or at Google Play, or text my name “TOM” to 511511. iTrust Capital: Use code IMPACTGO when you sign up and fund your account to get a $100 bonus at ⁠https://www.itrustcapital.com/tombilyeu⁠  SleepMe: Visit ⁠https://sleep.me/impact⁠ to get your Chilipad and save 20% with code IMPACT. Try it risk-free with their 30-night sleep trial and free shipping. Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at ⁠https://shopify.com/impact⁠ SKIMS: Shop SKIMS Mens at ⁠https://www.skims.com/impact⁠ #skimspartner ButcherBox: Ready to level up your meals? Go to ⁠https://butcherbox.com/impact⁠ to get $20 off your first box and FREE bacon for life with the Bilyeu Box! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Episode 102 of Breaking History, Ghost delivers a scathing, unfiltered analysis of today's political landscape, from Joe Biden's unraveling presidency to the establishment's panicked response to Trump's return. With sharp commentary on the show trial atmosphere surrounding the Biden mental fitness probe and the mainstream media's shifting tone, Ghost highlights the controlled demolition of the old guard and the acceleration of narrative warfare. He dives into NATO's realignment under Trump, the strategic logic behind the Iran strike, and how the psyop machinery is working overtime to confuse, mislead, and divide. Ghost breaks down the historic implications of current events, likening this pivotal moment to previous American awakenings, and lays out how narratives, more than bullets, are driving global transformation. He also touches on GITMO, Project Veritas, and the importance of emotional intelligence in resisting propaganda. From fake AI warfare to false flags and domestic psyops, this episode reinforces that we are witnessing a war for perception, and Ghost arms his audience with the clarity and context to see through the fog.

Eli Lake, host of Breaking History and columnist at The Free Press, joins Jonah Goldberg to ruminate upon the the United States' recent strikes on Iran's nuclear program and the wider implications. Were they constitutional? Is regime change next?Plus: Jonah and Eli's thoughts on Bill Buckley and American conservatism.Show Notes:—Eli Lake's Breaking History podcast—Jeane Kirkpatrick on dictatorshipThe Remnant is a production of The Dispatch, a digital media company covering politics, policy, and culture from a non-partisan, conservative perspective. To access all of The Dispatch's offerings—including Jonah's G-File newsletter, regularly livestreams, and other members-only content—click here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Of course this weekend’s Big Weekend Pod is all about Israel’s strikes on Iran and whether President Trump should direct the American military to join in the attempt to smash Iran’s nuclear weapons and ballistic missile programs. Hugh’s guests include Jim Geraghty of National Review, AEI’s Matt Continetti (who is also with Commentary and The Free Press), Ben Domenech of the Spectator and Fox News, and Eli Lake of The Free Press – Eli’s new “Breaking History” podcast episode on the Iranian nuclear program is not to be missed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Iranian regime is receiving an education of sorts this week, and while we await President Trump's decision on the extent of America's role in busting up the nuclear site at Fordow, the Free Press's Eli Lake (and host of the Breaking History podcast) returns to educate us on why surgical involvement in Iran fits with the "America First" agenda that voters signed up for last November.Plus, the reunited James, Charles, and Steve talk Skrmetti and Mamdani.- Music from this week's open: The Israeli Air Force has a hit on Iranian State Television

The Iranian regime is receiving an education of sorts this week, and while we await President Trump's decision on the extent of America's role in busting up the nuclear site at Fordow, the Free Press's Eli Lake (and host of the Breaking History podcast) returns to educate us on why surgical involvement in Iran fits […]

In this episode of Breaking History, Matt Ehret and Ghost dissect the increasingly volatile dynamics surrounding Iran, exposing the historical playbook behind the current war drive. From Netanyahu's hawkish rhetoric to the ideological fingerprints of the Neocon/Zionist machine, the hosts explore how regime change narratives are manufactured and sustained by Western intelligence and media networks. Ehret draws on deep historical parallels, ranging from the Anglo-Venetian manipulation of the Ottoman Empire to 20th-century British intelligence operations, to illustrate how Iran has long been a chess piece in the imperial game. The conversation critiques the bipartisan war apparatus in Washington, calling out figures like Mark Levin and Nikki Haley for parroting anti-Iran propaganda while ignoring the deeper economic, spiritual, and strategic motives at play. As Trump navigates this complex terrain, the hosts argue he's walking a strategic tightrope, appearing to appease hawks while quietly undermining their objectives. With sharp historical insights and unapologetic clarity, Matt and Ghost unpack how false flags, nuclear scare tactics, and media psyops are being deployed to provoke a broader conflict. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the deeper currents beneath today's headlines.

Eli Lake, reporter for The Free Press, host of the "Breaking History" podcast, and contributing editor at Commentary, joined The Guy Benson Show today to discuss the overwhelming (almost biblical) success of Israel's preemptive strikes against Iranian nuclear sites and leadership. Lake explained how former President Trump played a critical behind-the-scenes role in aiding Israel's operation, and pushed back against the fringe voices on the right now calling Trump "Israel's poodle." Lake and Benson also outlined how this conflict could reset the power balance in the Middle East without dragging the U.S. into another nation-building mission, and you can listen to the full interview below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the 100th episode of Breaking History, Matt Ehret traces the lineage of global power structures from the Rhodes Round Table through the rise of NATO, revealing the interconnected networks that have shaped modern geopolitics. He unpacks how British imperial strategy evolved through secret societies, think tanks, and transatlantic alliances, laying the groundwork for today's global order. From the ambitions of Cecil Rhodes to the creation of the Council on Foreign Relations and the shaping of post-WWII institutions, Ehret draws a straight line between the past and the present. With historical context and deep research, this milestone episode explores how seemingly disconnected events and organizations are part of a coordinated, centuries-long project to control the direction of history.

In Episode 99 of Breaking History, Matt Ehret and Ghost trace the roots of America's cultural and institutional decline through the lens of history, geopolitics, and medical corruption. They explore the rise of Rockefeller-backed “scientific medicine” and how it displaced holistic, community-centered care in favor of pharmaceutical profit and technocratic control. This thread leads into a broader discussion about digital IDs, AI regulation, and the global elite's quiet push toward a technocratic surveillance state. Matt and Ghost also examine the parallels between the U.S. and the late-stage Roman Empire, from centralized decay to military overextension, and warn that the so-called “death of the West” may already be underway unless there's a radical return to spiritual and cultural sovereignty. With detours through Canadian policy, censorship treaties, and economic warfare, the episode weaves together seemingly disconnected stories into a clear picture of controlled collapse, and how to resist it. Packed with history, critical analysis, and real-time relevance, this episode delivers a sobering but empowering look at what's really breaking, and what must be rebuilt.

In this episode of Breaking History, Matt Ehret and Ghost dissect the increasingly bizarre geopolitical chessboard, with a focus on Trump's proposed “Golden Dome”, a space-based missile defense system that's drawing fire from Russia, China, and North Korea. The duo questions whether this grandiose plan is a legitimate defense strategy or a high-stakes narrative ploy designed to shift global attention and accelerate resolution through rhetorical escalation. They explore the possible kabuki theatre behind Trump's provocative language about Putin, suggesting Trump's public anger may be part of a broader strategy to neutralize warmongers and hijack the global narrative. Ghost connects the dots between Trump's media tactics and Sun Tzu's art of misdirection, while Matt takes a historical deep dive into U.S. encirclement strategies, NATO expansion, and the shadow influence of ancient imperial models like the Athenian Golden Age, ironically echoed by King Charles' pageantry in Canada. With talk of nuclear brinkmanship, elite cults, British monarchy theatrics, and the mythmaking machine of modern empire, this episode is a dense but entertaining breakdown of power, propaganda, and the stories we're told to believe. Buckle up, it's part geopolitics, part theater, and all Badlands.

In Episode 97 of Breaking History, Matt Ehret and Ghost explore Trump's Golden Dome missile defense plan, weighing its potential for peace through strength versus the risk of a new global arms race. They examine China's warning that the system violates space treaties, the irony of using Cold War-era defense strategies, and the possibility that Trump's real goal is global denuclearization. The conversation expands to Middle East diplomacy, Trump's sidelining of Netanyahu, and Saudi Arabia's growing role as a stabilizing force. They dissect the Ukraine conflict's stalemate, the collapse of Zelensky's credibility, and escalating tensions between NATO, Russia, and Israel. Ghost speculates that Trump is strategically allowing Israeli extremists to destroy their own narrative, while Matt connects neocon ideology to occult power structures and the erosion of Judeo-Christian traditions. The episode also previews Matt's upcoming documentary The Hidden Hand Behind UFOs: Roswell and the Birth of a New Legend, exploring how CIA psyops and cult programming weaponized alien mythology to rewrite religious history. With deep historical context, raw skepticism, and narrative warfare insight, this installment is a masterclass in decoding the true stakes behind global headlines.

Eli Lake, columnist at The Free Press, host of the Breaking History podcast, and contributing editor at Commentary, joined The Guy Benson Show to discuss the growing protests in Gaza against Hamas, which he described as a potential inflection point in the ongoing war in Israel. Lake explained why this rising sentiment could finally lead to the long-sought two-state solution. He also weighed in on the continued U.S. and allied strikes against the Houthi rebels in Yemen and the potential consequences of the recent Signal group chat leak for National Security Advisor Mike Waltz and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. Listen to the full interview below! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Earlier this week on Honestly, Batya Ungar-Sargon, Brianna Wu, and Christopher Caldwell shared their views on President Donald Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance's showdown with Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky, and on the Russia-Ukraine war more generally. Simply put, Batya and Chris made the case that Russia is not an American adversary in the way China is and that Trump's seeming sympathy toward Russian president Vladimir Putin is actually a strategic play to pull Russia away from China and into our orbit. The conversation is provocative. It provoked many of us here at The Free Press. Not all of our listeners agreed with what they heard either. For some, it was frustrating or even angering to hear this perspective. Yes, contrary to popular belief, we do read the comments. And there's been a tremendous amount of debate inside our newsroom about America's new posture regarding Russia and Ukraine, just as there is on all of the most important topics of the day. We think that's our strength. We believe in listening to arguments, in good faith, from people we respect. And if our panel show earlier in the week was dominated by a perspective sympathetic to Trump, today we want to offer a very different perspective from Eli Lake, Free Press reporter and the host of our new podcast, Breaking History. In this episode, Eli explores how a different Republican president—Ronald Reagan—spoke out against Russian aggression. And how his words inspired dissidents from across the Soviet bloc, like the Czech playwright Václav Havel, to lead their own countries to freedom. This is a show that looks to the past to illuminate the present, and we think this episode is especially important right now. So today, Eli Lake on Breaking History. If you liked what you heard from Honestly, the best way to support us is to go to TheFP.com and become a Free Press subscriber today. Go to groundnews.com/Honestly to get 40% off the unlimited access Vantage plan and unlock world-wide perspectives on today's biggest news stories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Start earning points on rent you're already paying by going to joinbilt.com/UNFILTERED

This is The Zone of Disruption! This is the I AM RAPAPORT: STEREO PODCAST! His name is Michael Rapaport aka The Natural Born Disruptor, The Gringo Mandingo aka The Charles Oakley of The Jews, The Monster of Mucous aka Captain Colitis aka The Disruptive Warrior aka Mr. NY aka The Inflamed Ashkenazi aka The Smiling Sultan of Sniff aka The Flat Footed Phenom aka Milk aka Mitzvah Mike is here with Eli Lake (Official/Unoffical Decade Long World News Correspondent to discuss: Eli's new podcast "Breaking History", influences, Iran being vulnerable & the ideal outcome for that country, Junkyard Jared Kushner, the potential hostage deal, "As A Jew, Jews", college campus protestors & a whole lotta mo'. This episode is not to be missed! CaptainPicks To Win In Sports Betting: https://www.winible.com/checkout/1357777109057032537?store_url=/captainpicks&c=kickoff Rate & Review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Send questions & concerns to: iamrapaportpodcast@gmail.com Subscribe to Rapaport's Reality Feeds: iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/867-rapaports-reality-with-keb-171162927/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rapaports-reality-with-kebe-michael-rapaport/id1744160673 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3a9ArixCtWRhfpfo1Tz7MR Pandora: https://www.pandora.com/podcast/rapaports-reality-with-kebe-michael-rapaport/PC:1001087456 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a776919e-ad8c-4b4b-90c6-f28e41fe1d40/rapaports-reality-with-kebe-michael-rapaport Stand Up Comedy Tickets on sale at: MichaelRapaportComedy.com If you are interested in NCAA, MLB, NBA, NFL & UFC Picks/Parlays Follow @CaptainPicksWins on Instagram & subscribe to packages at www.CaptainPicks.com www.dbpodcasts.com Produced by DBPodcasts.com Follow @dbpodcasts, @iamrapaport, @michaelrapaport on TikTok, Twitter & Instagram Music by Jansport J (Follow @JansportJ) www.JansportJMusic.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump, just sworn in as the 47th president, was reelected to be a wrecking ball, a middle finger, the people's punch to the Beltway's mouth. And while this populist moment feels “unprecedented,” it's not. The rebuke of the ruling class is encoded in our nation's DNA.  We have seen populist leaders like Donald Trump before. He stands on the shoulders of Texas billionaire H. Ross Perot, Alabama governor George Wallace, and Louisiana legend Huey Long. There have been populist senators, governors, newspaper editors, and radio broadcasters. But only rarely has a populist climbed as high as President Trump. In fact, it has happened only once before.  The last populist to win the presidency was born before the American Revolution. He rose from nothing to become a great general. His adoring troops called him Old Hickory, and his enemies derided him as a bigamist and a tyrant in waiting. His name was Andrew Jackson, and he's the guy who's still on the 20 dollar bill.  On today's debut episode of Breaking History, Eli Lake explains how Andrew Jackson's presidency is the best guide to what Trump's second term could look like.  Go to groundnews.com/Honestly to get 40% off the unlimited access Vantage plan and unlock world-wide perspectives on today's biggest news stories. Credits: Andrew Jackson: Good, Evil and the Presidency; PBS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices