Podcasts about breaking history

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.

In this solo deep-dive episode of Breaking History, Matt Ehret tackles the untold history of Canada, exposing the imperial roots of Confederation and the British Crown's long war on republicanism. Broadcasting from Alberta, Matt unpacks how Canada's formation in 1867 was engineered to thwart U.S.-style sovereignty, tracing British counter-revolutionary strategies through figures like Lord Alfred Milner, Mark Carney, and Sir John A. Macdonald. Through historical analysis and biting insight, Matt reveals how pro-British networks derailed movements for Canadian-American unity, crushed visionary infrastructure projects like the Bering Strait rail link, and weaponized cultural identity against liberty itself. He highlights unsung Canadian nationalists, compares economic models of empire vs. republic, and makes the case for an Alberta revival rooted in real independence, not just secession. From Franklin and Lincoln to Russia and China, Ehret draws powerful global parallels to today's moment, calling for bold reforms like Glass-Steagall, a return to national banking, and a vision-driven economy. This isn't just Canadian history, it's a blueprint for reclaiming sovereignty from the empire, one idea at a time.

In Episode 95 of Breaking History, hosts Matt Ehret and Ghost unravel the tangled web of illusions propping up today's regime-driven narratives. From the carefully choreographed photo ops of Nancy Pelosi and Zelenskyy to the strange symbolism surrounding the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, this episode dives deep into the manipulation of perception on the world stage. They examine how historical revisionism, intelligence operations, and high-tech fakery, such as green screen theatrics and AI-generated imagery, are used to manufacture consensus and control narratives. Matt and Ghost explore the disturbing alignment of Western propaganda with historic fascist precedents, drawing comparisons between Canada's current political censorship and the ideological strategies of WWII Germany. The duo also takes a hard look at the CIA's postwar infiltration into media and academia, dissecting the “cultural Cold War” and its long-lasting effects on truth, sovereignty, and consciousness. With chilling commentary on population control, synthetic culture, and false flag operations, this episode challenges listeners to discern reality from illusion and question the institutions shaping our collective understanding of history. Are we witnessing the unraveling of the empire, or just the next act in a scripted global drama? Breaking History pulls no punches in its effort to expose the man behind the curtain.

In Episode 94 of Breaking History, Matt Ehret and Ghost peel back the curtain on a sprawling geopolitical landscape shaped by finance, covert operations, and imperial legacy. Kicking off with a deep dive into the rise of Mark Carney as Canada's new globalist puppet, Matt exposes Carney's roots in Brookfield Asset Management, his ties to the World Economic Forum, BlackRock, the Bronfman crime dynasty, and even Ghislaine Maxwell. They explain how Canada's technocratic system is run through the British Crown's Privy Council and unpack why Trump's call to make Canada the 51st state may be a calculated narrative demonstration rather than a serious policy goal. The hosts then shift to the volatile India-Pakistan conflict, highlighting the role of British and U.S. intelligence in fostering jihadist networks and weaponizing historic grievances like Kashmir and Khalistan. From Pakistan's Defense Minister openly blaming the West for radicalization, to India's aggressive water shutoff, they warn of a potential flashpoint designed to fracture the BRICS alliance. Finally, they explore the strategic importance of Iran's Bandar Abbas port explosion along the International North-South Transport Corridor, a vital trade route linking Russia, Iran, and India. With energy, alliances, and multipolarity on the line, this episode is a masterclass in deciphering the engineered chaos of empire.

Ten years ago this month we launched our first show at a time of new beginnings for podcasts. We were early to this game, and well before podcasting became part of mainstream media. In contrast to other shows about politics and current affairs we ran against the grain, avoiding snarky slogans and angry attacks. How Do We Fix It? focused instead on solutions journalism and what might be improved if we listen carefully to others who we don't agree with. We urge listeners to get out of their comfort zone.Right from the start, co-hosts Jim Meigs (leans red) and Richard Davies (leans blue) embraced nuance and celebrated the ideas of contrarians and compromisers alike. Their weekly podcast partnership lasted nine years. Together in this episode Richard and Jim consider a range of ideas that we have discussed.Our podcast was well ahead of many others in its stout defense of free speech for all sides and firm support of enlightenment ideals. We also share examples here of how we broke ground with episodes on the impact of smartphones on children and college students, the spread of COVID, and the need for carbon-free nuclear power to be part of the response to climate change.In this episode we include extracts from our rich catalog of episodes that date back to 2015. All of our shows can be found at howdowefixit.me.Recommendations: Jim and Richard are both avid podcast listeners. Two of their favorites are "Breaking History" and "Strangers on a Bench". Eli Lake interviews historians, academics and reporters for Breaking History, "mining the past of human experience to figure out the present. " British singer-songwriter Tom Rosenthal hosts Strangers on a Bench. He meets people for the first time while sitting on a park bench, usually somewhere in London.. How Do We Fix It? is a proud member of the Democracy Group podcast network. We recorded this episode at The Manhattan Institute in New York. Thanks for their help and support. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this fiery episode of Breaking History, Matt Ehret and Ghost deliver a blistering exposé on the globalist power structure behind Pope Francis, the World Economic Forum, and the coordinated collapse of the old world order. With the simultaneous death of Pope Francis and the abrupt resignation of Klaus Schwab, the hosts unpack what they see as a symbolic changing of the guard, and a deeper spiritual and geopolitical shake-up. Matt dives deep into the Vatican's alignment with the WEF through the Council for Inclusive Capitalism, exposing Pope Francis's ties to literal fascist regimes, the Jesuit agenda, and the Great Reset's spiritual veneer. He traces the Pope's ideological roots in liberation theology, Operation Condor, and the CIA-backed Argentine junta, raising urgent questions about Francis's legacy and the Vatican's role in weaponizing social justice as a tool of global control. The duo also unpacks the rise of Gaia worship, anti-human eco-theology, and the rebranding of Christianity into a soft-power vehicle for Agenda 2030. Ghost joins in to explore the overlapping collapse of narrative control, the ritualistic timing of world events, and the maneuvering of Trump and Putin amid intensifying Middle East diplomacy and collapsing U.S. embassies abroad. This episode is an unfiltered reckoning with history, symbolism, and the spiritual battle unfolding in real time.

In this gripping episode of Breaking History, Matt Ehret and Ghost plunge into the underworld of global manipulation, connecting modern geopolitical unrest with occult ideologies, intelligence ops, and the weaponization of narrative. They open with the shocking story of a 17-year-old killer groomed by a Satanic neo-Nazi cult known as the Order of Nine Angles, an organization with direct ties to Atomwaffen, Islamic extremism, eco-terrorism, and, astonishingly, FBI funding. The duo unpacks the cult's methods, occult origins, and global reach, showing how intelligence agencies worldwide weaponize fringe ideologies to destabilize societies. Ukraine emerges as a central hub of this dark web, fueling trafficking, radicalization, and psyops, while U.S. officials quietly back a rickety foreign policy built on lies and blood money. The conversation widens into the 2024 resurrection of the Iran nuclear deal, an agreement that could reshape energy, regional power dynamics, and expose Israel's long-denied nuclear arsenal. Matt and Ghost dissect the global elite's resistance to nuclear energy democratization and how Western oligarchs push deindustrialization under the green mask. From ancient mysticism to modern sabotage, this episode traces the fingerprints of empire, revealing how false flags, ideological grooming, and strategic ignorance are used to maintain control. It's part history lesson, part red-pill overdose, and absolutely essential listening.

Matt Ehret and Ghost deliver a sweeping, cerebral episode of Breaking History that traverses the terrain of ancient philosophy, spiritual warfare, and modern geopolitics, all through the lens of history's repeating patterns. Beginning with a candid discussion about grassroots sovereignty and the spiritual energy behind the Great American Restoration Tour, the hosts explore how authentic citizen movements are essential to reclaiming a corrupted nation, just as they were in ancient Greece and early America. From Confucius and Socrates to George Washington and Donald Trump, they highlight the timeless battle between oligarchic control and moral leadership, digging deep into suppressed classical wisdom that still shapes today's struggles. The conversation dives into the roots of empire, from Merovingian myths and Gnostic elitism to the modern priesthood of global governance and the soft tyranny of unthinking "unity." Matt then pivots to break major news from his recent travels in Thailand, revealing how the long-dormant Kra Canal project is being revived as a keystone of China's Belt and Road Initiative, and why Western sabotage can't stop its momentum. The duo connects the dots between global infrastructure, tariffs, and the unraveling legacy of Milton Friedman's "free market" dogma, exposing how America's decline was engineered through cheap goods, offshoring, and debt enslavement. This episode is a masterclass in historical pattern recognition, economic sovereignty, and the sacred responsibility of self-governance. It's not just a conversation...it's a call to reawaken the philosopher king within.

With Matt Ehret away, Ghost steps into the Breaking History host seat for a solo Geopolitics deep dive that covers more ground than a Mossad operation. Kicking things off with the eerie timing of “Liberation Day,” Ghost connects the dots between the commuted death sentences of three Americans in the DRC, Mossad's 2019 coup attempts, Dan Gertler's diamond cartel ties, and Yossi Cohen's shady visits with Congo's president. From there, it's a wild journey through Africa's political awakening, touching on M23 rebel negotiations, Russia's push for digital sovereignty, Senegal's rejection of colonial currency, and the historic pardons of Burkina Faso's imprisoned soldiers. Ghost wraps it all in a rich historical context: coups, corruption, child slave labor in the cobalt mines, and the multipolar power struggle playing out across the continent. If you want to understand why Africa matters in the fight against globalism, this one's a must-listen.

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

In ways both subtle and decidedly not, American foreign policy is a-changin'. Eli Lake joins James and Steve to caution against cuts to the National Endowment for Democracy and to nod approvingly of the Trump administration's boldness in the Middle East. We also get into "Breaking History," Eli's new podcast that pushes back against disheartening presentism by coloring today's headlines with historical antecedents. Plus, Lileks and Hayward applaud J.D. Vance's New Sheriff tour in Europe, and say their goodbye to copper change. - Sound from this week's open: Vice President Vance addresses the Munich Security Conference.

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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