Podcasts about Devolution

Jon Herold is the owner and founder of Badlands Media, which has become a formidable brand in the new media landscape. The author of the well-known anthology of essays on continuity of government, known as the Devolution series, I would like to see what Jon thinks about our current condition as a culture, and expand that into how New Media is already being forced into new evolutionary directions. Unleash Your Brain w/ Keto Brainz Nootropic Promo code FRANKLY: https://tinyurl.com/2cess6y7 Sponsor The Show and Get VIP Perks: https://www.quitefrankly.tv/sponsor One-Time Tip: http://www.paypal.me/QuiteFranklyLive Read July Newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/y4yvuxff Elevation Blend Coffee & Official QF Mugs: https://www.coffeerevolution.shop/category/quite-frankly Official QF Apparel: https://tinyurl.com/f3kbkr4s Send Holiday cards, Letters, and other small gifts, to the Quite Frankly P.O. Box! Quite Frankly 222 Purchase Street, #105 Rye, NY, 10580 Send Crypto: BTC: 1EafWUDPHY6y6HQNBjZ4kLWzQJFnE5k9PK Leave a Voice Mail: https://www.speakpipe.com/QuiteFrankly Quite Frankly Socials: Twitter/X: @QuiteFranklyTV Instagram: @QuiteFranklyOfficial Discord Chat: https://discord.gg/KCdh92Fn GUILDED Chat: https://tinyurl.com/kzrk6nxa Official Forum: https://tinyurl.com/k89p88s8 Telegram: https://t.me/quitefranklytv Truth: https://tinyurl.com/5n8x9s6f GETTR: https://tinyurl.com/2fprkyn4 MINDS: https://tinyurl.com/4p84d3cx Gab: https://tinyurl.com/mr42m2au Streaming Live On: QuiteFrankly.tv (Powered by Foxhole) Youtube: https://tinyurl.com/yc2cn395 BitChute: https://tinyurl.com/46dfca5c Rumble: https://tinyurl.com/yeytwwyz Kick: https://kick.com/quitefranklytv Audio On Demand: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/301gcES iTunes: http://apple.co/2dMURMq Amazon: https://amzn.to/3afgEXZ SoundCloud: https://tinyurl.com/yc44m474

In this marathon episode, Jon Herold and Burning Bright take listeners on a tour through the week's biggest, and most tangled, narratives. They start by dissecting the backlash over the DOJ's Epstein memo, exploring why Trump's irritated dismissal of Epstein questions wasn't just frustration but potentially a signal that the narrative was always overhyped by others. The conversation moves to the bombshell criminal referrals of John Brennan and James Comey over Russiagate misconduct, a development the hosts see as the starting domino in unraveling the Deep State's decade-long campaign against Trump. They connect the dots to Durham's report, Spygate, and why this legal front could finally break into public consciousness. Turning global, the discussion examines Trump's new tariffs, his hardline stance against BRICS countries, and the emerging Taiwan flashpoint as media and NATO leaders ramp up fear narratives about a China invasion. With reflections on semiconductor supply lines, rare earth minerals, and the economic pressure shaping geopolitics, the episode blends deep-dive research with candid skepticism. Whether debating psyops or the pace of justice, Jon and Burning Bright challenge listeners to question the timing, the incentives, and the stories shaping the battlefield.

In this marathon episode, Jon Herold and Chris Paul pull back the curtain on the spectacle of Washington's latest trillion-dollar spending spree. They break down how Trump's massive funding bill was rushed through with grand promises, only to end up stuffed with pork, lobbyist favors, and half-measures like the single-year defunding of Planned Parenthood. The hosts dissect the performative drama in Congress, including Hakeem Jeffries' record-breaking speech, and question whether Trump plans to claw back spending with impoundment tactics or challenge the system outright. As Elon Musk floats his “America Party,” Jon and Chris debate whether this is genuine or just kayfabe engineered to herd public frustration back into the same corrupt machinery. The conversation stretches into the origins of the two-party monopoly, the futility of voting in a rigged system, and why “representatives” today are little more than corporate salesmen. Packed with historical context, biting humor, and candid skepticism, this episode challenges listeners to rethink everything they've been told about politics, governance, and the illusion of choice.

In this episode of The Daily Herold, Jon unpacks the House showdown over Trump's sweeping tax and spending bill, detailing how the Senate's version gutted major promises like eliminating taxes on tips and overtime by imposing strict income limits. He covers Hakeem Jeffries' marathon floor speech that set a new record, the backroom deals that secured Republican votes, and why the bill still falls short of delivering true tax relief. Jon also spotlights June's remarkable jobs report, with native-born employment soaring while foreign-born numbers fell sharply, marking what he calls a “domestic labor renaissance.” Other stories include Microsoft laying off thousands of American workers in favor of H1B visa hires, the Supreme Court taking up a case on transgender athletes in school sports, new US concessions to China on semiconductor exports, and a fresh look at the White House's payroll. Jon wraps up with lively chat commentary, reflections on four years of the Devolution series, and a preview of Badlands Media's Independence Day programming.

In this milestone four-year anniversary episode of Devolution Power Hour, Jon Herold and Burning Bright dissect the high-stakes drama surrounding Trump's “Big Beautiful Bill.” They break down the House's record-shattering procedural votes, the Senate's last-minute amendments, and why the bill's spectacle might be engineered narrative warfare rather than genuine urgency. The hosts debate whether Trump's relentless push is a trap to expose congressional dysfunction or a sincere attempt to codify his agenda, exploring “narrative shielding,” the switch theory, and the possibility of a financial reset hidden in plain sight. The show dives into the surreal optics of pajama-clad lawmakers, Elon Musk's feud with Trump over the bill, and the “pincer strategy” that may be uniting their public opposition and support into a single play. Jon and Burning Bright also connect the dots to election integrity revelations, with Chuck Grassley's bombshell on Chinese fake driver's licenses and John Ratcliffe's review of the CIA's 2016 Russian influence assessment. Packed with humor, existential frustration, and reminders not to cheerlead mindlessly, this episode challenges listeners to question every narrative, especially the ones they want to believe.

Jon Herold and Chris Paul return for Episode 367 with a sweeping look at how narratives are weaponized and dismantled in real time. The show kicks off with Steve Bannon's declaration that the Iranian nuclear threat is a “MacGuffin”, a plot device meant to drive fear while hiding deeper objectives. The hosts connect this to Trump's strategic communications and Bannon's War Room, unpacking how a network of players including Rich Higgins, Ezra Cohen-Watnick, and Derek Harvey shaped the MAGA movement's media counteroffensive. They pivot to Supreme Court decisions limiting nationwide injunctions, calling it a seismic win against judicial overreach, while questioning why agency power was simultaneously upheld in the FCC tax ruling. Jon and Chris analyze the “Big Beautiful Bill,” suggesting Trump may be publicly supporting it to provoke opposition and trigger a fiscal showdown. The conversation explores the psychological warfare of existential threats, from nuclear panic to climate narratives, and how these fears are engineered to sever society from God. Wrapping up, they dig into the strategy of reverse narrative psychology, the unraveling of neocon influence in Israel, and whether America is on the brink of a deliberate financial reset.

Part 5 of our Real Creature Book Club with Max Brooks' DevolutionPlease check out our Patreon by searching Cheese State ProductionsPatreon: patreon.com/CheeseStateProductionsEmail: Realcreaturefeature@gmail.comInstagram @realcreaturefeatureBluesky: @real-creature.bsky.socialsearch for A Real Creature Feature on facebookAlso please check out these amazing podcasts from our friendsThe Marvel Podcast for Gifted ListenersFish Nerds Podcasthttps://www.podpage.com/fish-nerds-fishing-podcast-1/Macabre Emporium podcasthttps://www.macabreemporiumpodcast.com/Horror Timehttps://horror-time.com/The Remedial Scholarhttps://open.spotify.com/show/5ROWgRdWXN0u7Am5lZiZdQ?si=6c5f0c2bf6e04195Private Dickshttps://open.spotify.com/show/5zsA2nthooqf1NJjVhDQBq?si=JohIguo7Q8OW4xlceX_e7QDark Windows PodcastCrimes Killers Cults and Beerhttps://www.ckcbpodcast.comAnd tell them we sent you Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Drew had a Devo weekend, Eli Zaret stops by, Glastonbury 2025, Jim Harbaugh & Michigan sued, Barbara Walters Tell Me Everything on Hulu, OnlyFans for sale, and Tom Brady won the Jeff Bezos wedding. The latest WATP episode was recording right in our studios. Check it out right here. Drew caught Devo's art show in Birmingham, then the band themselves at The Fillmore Detroit. Eli Zaret drops by to pop off on the Jeff Bezos/Lauren Sanchez wedding, Tom Brady's antics, down goes Tommy Hilfiger, Jim Harbaugh added to a University of Michigan class action lawsuit, Surviving Ohio State on HBO, Detroit Piston Malik Beasley investigated for gambling, Angel Reese cashes in, the Detroit Tigers way out in first place, some boring golf stuff, Jake Paul's latest snoozer of a fight, the Detroit Red Wings draft choices, NBA Draft recap, RIP Dave Parker, George Costanza bobble-head night and more. Politics: The ‘Trump Bill' lingers on. Zohran Mamdani vs billionaires. AOC's yearbook scandal. NYFD's hot-girl problem. The General Lee went flying again. These chicks brawl and some private parts fall out all over the place. Marge Simpson is dead. A new doc on Barbara Walters has dropped on Hulu. Glastonbury: The big festival went down. John Fogerty sounded really old. Peter Capaldi crashed Franz Ferdinand. Lorde performed as well and danced like an idiot. Lorde is SOOOO deep. Hip Hop: King Combs and Kanye West drop some tunes. They suck. Joycelyn Savage is brainwashed by R. Kelly. Chris Brown humps his fans. Leonid Radvinsky wants $8B for OnlyFans. Paul McCartney is really into making lists these days. Rod Stewart's friend, Georgie, was super gay. Everybody hates Will Smith. Dave Landau will join us tomorrow. If you'd like to help support the show… consider subscribing to our YouTube Channel, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (Drew Lane, Marc Fellhauer, Trudi Daniels, Jim Bentley and BranDon).

Jon Herold and Burning Bright are joined by Ghost for an electric episode exploring the accelerating unraveling of the mainstream narrative. They break down Candace Owens' shift against Trump, Thomas Massie's constitutional objections to Trump's Iran strike, and the establishment's collective meltdown over narrative control. The hosts highlight the changing public mood, from war fatigue to distrust in legacy media, while dissecting Trump's strategy of minimal, effective force and public messaging designed to expose media hypocrisy. Ghost brings the fire as they discuss the spiritual and psychological shift of the American people, pointing out how coordinated fear campaigns are collapsing under the weight of their own contradictions. They revisit key themes like controlled opposition, fifth-generation warfare, and the optics of regime change, tying them to the broader awakening playing out in real time. With a mix of humor, analysis, and righteous frustration, the crew challenges listeners to abandon black-and-white thinking and recognize the complex, often theatrical nature of global politics.

Jon Herold and Burning Bright are joined by Ghost for an electric episode exploring the accelerating unraveling of the mainstream narrative. They break down Candace Owens' shift against Trump, Thomas Massie's constitutional objections to Trump's Iran strike, and the establishment's collective meltdown over narrative control. The hosts highlight the changing public mood, from war fatigue to distrust in legacy media, while dissecting Trump's strategy of minimal, effective force and public messaging designed to expose media hypocrisy. Ghost brings the fire as they discuss the spiritual and psychological shift of the American people, pointing out how coordinated fear campaigns are collapsing under the weight of their own contradictions. They revisit key themes like controlled opposition, fifth-generation warfare, and the optics of regime change, tying them to the broader awakening playing out in real time. With a mix of humor, analysis, and righteous frustration, the crew challenges listeners to abandon black-and-white thinking and recognize the complex, often theatrical nature of global politics.

In a bombshell episode of Devolution Power Hour, Jon Herold and Chris Paul unpack the breaking reports that the United States has bombed Iran, a development met with suspicious silence from both the White House and major media outlets. The hosts examine the optics, timing, and possible motives behind this sudden escalation, raising critical questions about narrative manipulation, regime desperation, and whether we're witnessing a false kinetic event designed to distract and divide. Amid this unfolding chaos, they explore the Supreme Court's continued delay on Trump's presidential immunity ruling, interpreting the silence as part of a broader unraveling of institutional legitimacy. Trump's Truth Social post calling for a special prosecutor to investigate 2020 election fraud is also dissected as a major marker in the information war. From war psyops and media fakery to strategic silence and spiritual discernment, this episode hits hard on every front. Jon and Chris connect the dots between foreign policy, lawfare, and the narrative collapse of a regime running out of options. Buckle up, this isn't just history unfolding, it's the reveal of how the game has been rigged all along.

Podcast guest Michael Cremo, expert in archeological evidence in alternative theories of human origins who has authored many books including Forbidden Archeology and Human devolution: A Vedic alternative to Darwin's theory.Michael's Websitehttps://www.mcremo.com/Forbidden Archeology: The Hidden History of the Human Racehttps://amzn.to/3DH1zzJCONTACT:Email: jeff@jeffmarapodcast.comTo donate crypto:Bitcoin -  bc1qk30j4n8xuusfcchyut5nef4wj3c263j4nw5wydDigibyte -  DMsrBPRJqMaVG8CdKWZtSnqRzCU7t92khEShiba -  0x0ffE1bdA5B6E3e6e5DA6490eaafB7a6E97DF7dEeDoge  -  D8ZgwmXgCBs9MX9DAxshzNDXPzkUmxEfAVEth. -   0x0ffE1bdA5B6E3e6e5DA6490eaafB7a6E97DF7dEeXRP -  rM6dp31r9HuCBDtjR4xB79U5KgnavCuwenWEBSITEwww.jeffmarapodcast.comSOCIALS:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeffmarapodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeffmarapodcast/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/jeffmaraP/The opinions of the guests may or may not reflect the opinions of the host.

In this packed episode of Devolution Power Hour, Jon Herold and Burning Bright unpack the chaos swirling around the Iran-Israel conflict, calling out suspicious timing, bad actors, and the well-worn playbook of deception. From Bibi Netanyahu's questionable claims about Iranian nukes to Trump's calculated responses, the hosts break down what might be real, what's theater, and who stands to benefit. The conversation digs deep into the exposure of regime-change shills like Ted Cruz, the GOP's internal identity crisis, and the critical role of discernment as America inches closer to a decisive moment. Burning Bright lays out a high-level geopolitical analysis while Jon ties it back to Devolution theory, asking: is Trump playing 5D chess, or just holding the mirror up to a broken system? They also touch on the Supreme Court's upcoming presidential immunity decision, the suspicious silence from the White House on China election interference, and the potential for a narrative shift heading into July 4. As always, they bring a blend of cutting analysis, black humor, and hope that this is all part of something much bigger.

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Part 4 of our Real Creature Book Club with Max Brooks' DevolutionPlease check out our Patreon by searching Cheese State ProductionsPatreon: patreon.com/CheeseStateProductionsEmail: Realcreaturefeature@gmail.comInstagram @realcreaturefeatureBluesky: @real-creature.bsky.socialsearch for A Real Creature Feature on facebookAlso please check out these amazing podcasts from our friendsThe Marvel Podcast for Gifted ListenersFish Nerds Podcasthttps://www.podpage.com/fish-nerds-fishing-podcast-1/Macabre Emporium podcasthttps://www.macabreemporiumpodcast.com/Horror Timehttps://horror-time.com/The Remedial Scholarhttps://open.spotify.com/show/5ROWgRdWXN0u7Am5lZiZdQ?si=6c5f0c2bf6e04195Private Dickshttps://open.spotify.com/show/5zsA2nthooqf1NJjVhDQBq?si=JohIguo7Q8OW4xlceX_e7QDark Windows PodcastCrimes Killers Cults and Beerhttps://www.ckcbpodcast.comAnd tell them we sent you Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Episode 363 of Devolution Power Hour, Jon Herold and Chris Paul are joined by Ashe in America for a wide-ranging breakdown of the collapsing regime narrative across legal, media, and political fronts. Ashe opens with a critical update from inside the Lindell v. Coomer trial, revealing how bombshell evidence and legal gamesmanship are being ignored by corporate media. From there, the trio explores Trump's calculated moves in Los Angeles, framing ICE raids and National Guard deployment as part of a broader psychological and informational operation meant to bait and expose the opposition. They connect the dots between crumbling confidence in Kamala Harris, Gavin Newsom's legal quagmire, Elon Musk's disruptive positioning, and the public's growing refusal to swallow manufactured outrage. With sharp commentary on lawfare, drops, public perception, and the spiritual undercurrent of the moment, this episode paints a clear picture: the regime's playbook is wearing thin, and the counteroffensive is well underway.

In Episode 362 of Devolution Power Hour, Jon Herold and Burning Bright dive into the unfolding situation in Los Angeles, analyzing the migrant unrest as a potential strategic trap rather than organic chaos. They walk through Trump's long-game strategy, from invoking military power and border control to narrative manipulation on both sides of the aisle. The hosts explore how Trump and Elon Musk may be baiting regime actors into overexposure, while the media's desperate spin only accelerates the collapse of their credibility. With sharp insight into game theory, executive orders, and the structure of information warfare, Jon and BB break down how current events might be choreographed to destroy false narratives, galvanize the public, and pave the way for massive institutional restructuring. They close with a reminder: we're not just watching the news, we're watching a show written to red-pill the world.

Hey everyone...in honor of our upcoming 100th episode (!!!), I'll be re-releasing a few of my favorite past conversations on Tuesdays.This one was a lifelong dream for me: getting to talk to DEVO's Gerald V. Casale about their body of work--a band whose musical and visual identity showed teenage me that it was o.k. to be different, weird, and skeptical. Jerry does not suffer fools gladly, so I was quite nervous going into the interview, but once he realized I wasn't going ask about the flower pot hats, we both relaxed and took a serious deep dive into how he and DEVO altered the world forever, as well as how lonely that could be for them. Episode 35 originally aired on May 9th, 2024.The original podcast show notes:This week, the one that started it all for me, Devo's Jerry Casale, joins me on the podcast to talk about Devo's film and video legacy. We discuss the origin story of their first short film, the films that influenced Casale and Devo's aesthetic, their early jobs and the pressures of Ohio, how ‘Bonnie & Clyde' influenced the 'Beautiful World' video, meeting collaborator Chuck Statler, where Rod Rooter's dialogue came from, Club Devo and the difficulties making their merchandise, Jerry tells the plot of the Devo feature-length film script that never got made (including one that was going into production with Francis Ford Coppola & one with William Friedkin), how they directed their conservative looking extras and General Boy, meeting their idols, how they constructed their live shows, phone calls from the video Commissioner of MTV, censorship, working with Soundgarden, Bruce Connor's ‘Mongoloid' short film, transgressive art, people being scared of Devo, Kent State & the Vietnam War as the antecedents of Devolution, crawling out of the basement, the communal mindset of the members of Devo, the antagonistic nature against Devo from interviewers, having fun with the audience while rubbing their nose in it, the groundbreaking & primitive ‘Oh No It's Devo' tour, making ‘The Men Who Make The Music' and having your own action figure made of you.So...peek-a-boo...let's all get devolved together on this week's Revolutions Per Movie!JERRY CASALE (videos, action figures, music, art):https://www.geraldvcasale.com/DEVO:https://www.clubdevo.com/REVOLUTIONS PER MOVIE:Host Chris Slusarenko (Eyelids, Guided By Voices, owner of Clinton Street Video rental store) is joined by actors, musicians, comedians, writers & directors who each week pick out their favorite music documentary, musical, music-themed fiction film or music videos to discuss. Fun, weird, and insightful, Revolutions Per Movie is your deep dive into our life-long obsessions where music and film collide.New episodes of Revolutions Per Movies are released every Thursday, and if you like the show, please subscribe, rate, and review it on your favorite podcast app.The show is also a completely independent affair, so the best way to support the show is through our Patreon at patreon.com/revolutionspermovie, where you can get weekly bonus episodes and exclusive goods sent to you just for joining.SOCIALS:@revolutionspermovieX, BlueSky: @revpermovieTHEME by Eyelids 'My Caved In Mind'www.musicofeyelids.bandcamp.comARTWORK by Jeff T. Owenshttps://linktr.ee/mymetalhand Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we given an academic, historical overview of the concept of Jihad in Islam, dispelling some misconceptions and nuancing an otherwise thorny topic.Sources/Recomended Reading:Al-Dawoody, Ahmed Mohsen (2009). "War in Islamic Law: Justifications and Regulations". PhD Thesis. University of Birmingham.Bashir, Khaled Ramadan (2018). "Islamic International Law: Historical Foundations and Al-Shaybani's Siyar". Edward Elgar Publishing Limited.Bonner, Michael (2008). “Jihad in Islamic History: Doctrines and Practice”. Princeton University Press.Brown, Jonathan A.C. (2019). "Slavery and Islam". Oneworld.Ghazi, Mahmood Ahmad (translated by) (1998). "Kitab al-Siyar al-Saghir" by Muhammad al-Shaybani. Islamic Research Institute.Hallaq, Wael (2004). "The Origins and Evolution of Islamic Law". Cambridge University Press. Hallaq, Wael (2009). "Sharia: Theory, Practice, Transformations". Cambridge University Press. Judd, Steven C. (2009). "al-Awza'i and Sufyan al-Thawri: The Umayyad Madhhab". In Bearman, Peri; Rudolph Peters & Frank E. Vogel (ed.), "The Islamic School of Law: Evolution, Devolution & Progress". Brill.Judd, Steven C. (2019). "'Abd al-Rahman b. Amr al-Awza'i". In the "Makers of the Muslim World" Series. Oneworld.Khan Nyazee, Imran Ahsan (translated by) (2000). "The Distinguished Jurist's Primer: Bidayat Al-Mujtahid Wa Nihayat Al-Muqtasid." Vol. 1-2. Garnet Publishing.Kimball, Michelle R. (2018). "Shaykh Ahmadou Bamba: A Peacemaker for Our Time". The Other Press Sdn. Bhd.Kiser, John W (2015). "Commander of the Faithful: The Life and Times of Emir Abd El-Kader". Monkfish Book Publishing Company.Urban, Elizabeth (2020). "Conquered Populations in Early Islam: Non-Arabs, Slaves and the Sons of Slave Mothers". Edinburgh University Press.Zawati, Hilmi M. (2015). "Theory of War in Islamic and Public International Law". In "Is Jihad Just War? War, Peace and Human Rights under Islamic and Public International Law", (Lewiston, NY: Edwin Mellen Press, 2001) 9-47, reprinted in Niaz A. Shah, ed., Islam and the Law of Armed Conflict (Cheltenham, UK: Edward Elgar,2015) 249-287.Zemmali, Ameur (1990). "Imam al-Awza'i and his humanitarian ideas". In International Review of the Red Cross (1961 - 1997) , Volume 30 , Issue 275 , April 1990 , pp. 115 - 123. International Committee of the Red Cross. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: Non-assimilating immigrants, illegal and legal, are showing the American people who they are and why it is dangerous to life and property, as well as society and our country, to not have strict, effective border enforcement.The rally this weekend in San Antonio shows two things: One, who is organizing these rally/riots. And two, how LULAC has fallen and needs to drop the “C” from the end of its acronym. The group seems to have abandoned the last word in its name: Citizen. Trump moves fast to save LA from a 1992 repeat Progressive states that care not for laws or the border are the ones tearing us apart Related: Texas Marine vet fighting for life after being shot, paralyzed by illegal migrant. Note how the Leftist San Antonio and Bexar County machine did little to nothing about the illegal alien despite multiple encounters with law enforcement and violating bail and probation.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Gina Ortiz Jones wins San Antonio mayor race. Another Leftist Democrat emerges from the Bexar Co. political machine ticking the woke boxes of homosexual, minority, woman, and likely many others.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

In Episode 361 of Devolution Power Hour, Jon Herold and Chris Paul unpack the accelerating collapse of regime narratives through the lens of strategy, exposure, and psychological warfare. They explore how blackmail has become a central tool in maintaining control over compromised officials and institutions, and how information warfare, more than kinetic conflict, is driving the current phase of the Great Awakening. The duo revisits the fallout from Trump's conviction, dissecting whether it's a political misstep or a brilliantly executed trap meant to dismantle public trust in the justice system. From media meltdowns and odd regime behavior to Elon's unpredictable positioning and the ongoing globalist unraveling, Jon and Chris highlight the difference between genuine chaos and calculated exposure. Layering historical patterns with current-day comms, they offer a reminder: the game isn't being lost, it's being revealed. As the trap closes and the people awaken, the question is no longer if, but when, the scales finally tip. Packed with insight, banter, and big-picture perspective, this episode is a roadmap through the fog of war.  

A  Reality B  ConversationThey thought they were losing their minds—but what if it was the world that was broken?In this raw, unscripted gathering something remarkable happens: stories begin to align. From inexplicable synchronicities to messages from the dead, from breakdowns that became breakthroughs to awakenings triggered by art, music, or plant medicine—each person shares the exact moment they realized reality wasn't what they'd been told.This isn't theory. It's lived experience.This isn't performance. It's testimony.Watch as a pattern begins to emerge—one that hints at a deeper intelligence behind the chaos, and a forgotten history designed to wake us up... just in time.

In Episode 360 of Devolution Power Hour, Jon Herold and Burning Bright unpack the increasingly visible breakdown of institutional narratives. They begin with reflections on John Durham's recent interview, highlighting his subtle but significant warning about systemic corruption and the FBI's role in undermining democratic norms. The discussion then pivots to Trump's conviction and its impact, not just politically, but spiritually and psychologically, on a public that's beginning to wake up to the broader game at play. Jon and BB explore the tension between optics and justice, suggesting Trump's current strategy may be less about immediate wins and more about revealing the entire corrupted structure. They break down the psychological effect of forcing the public to confront injustice head-on, even at the cost of temporary discomfort or outrage. With references to comms, collective awakening, and Trump's long-game approach, this episode frames the latest chaos as a controlled collapse meant to expose, not destroy. The hosts close with a sober reminder: justice may look messy now, but the storm is still moving exactly as planned.

In Episode 24 of The Narrative, Burning Bright and Jon Herold connect the dots between Trump's evolving strategy, media manipulation, and the slow dismantling of the Deep State. From recent viral clips of Trump calling out the CIA to the strategic importance of the Durham investigation, the duo explores how information warfare is being waged on every front. They discuss the transformation of Trump's language over time, from defensive to offensive, and how this reflects a broader plan to awaken the public before taking down entrenched power structures. Other key topics include the future of mainstream media, the unraveling COVID narrative, and how weaponized information is used to maintain illusions of legitimacy. Packed with sharp insight and high-level pattern recognition, this episode pulls back the curtain on how narrative control has become the final battleground.

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Jon Herold and Chris Paul return for Episode 359 of Devolution Power Hour, diving headfirst into the unraveling narratives surrounding Biden, Fauci, and the media machine. The duo unpacks Dr. Fauci's disastrous testimony before Congress, highlighting explosive revelations about EcoHealth, lab leak lies, and taxpayer funding for gain-of-function research. They examine how Biden's rapidly deteriorating public persona is no longer sustainable, even for regime-friendly media, and analyze the legal and cultural implosion of the left's most sacred cows. From Ken Paxton's bombshell lawsuit against Pfizer to the spiritual rot of our institutions, Jon and Chris explore how the regime is losing control of its narrative. With humor, sharp analysis, and plenty of truth bombs, this episode paints a picture of a turning tide and previews what might come next.

In Episode 358 of Devolution Power Hour, Jon Herold and Burning Bright unravel the threads of global propaganda, economic upheaval, and narrative control as the old world order teeters on collapse. They begin with Trump's Memorial Day speech and transition into his escalating economic strategy, highlighting a new 10% universal tariff, a push for nuclear energy dominance, and the strategic move to position Bitcoin inside retirement portfolios. The duo breaks down the mainstream meltdown over these policies, framing the reactions as signs of desperation from a dying regime. They also tackle the CIA's aggressive push to seed anti-Trump narratives internationally, with a spotlight on a UK Guardian op-ed warning foreign leaders about a second Trump term. From the debt ceiling theater to new revelations around the DOJ, auto-pen scandals, and the medical establishment's crumbling credibility, Jon and B.B. argue we're watching the “controlled demolition” of a corrupt system. Along the way, they explore media framing techniques, the military's evolving role, and what it means to hold the line as truth-tellers in the digital age. This episode is a high-octane mix of strategy, symbolism, and straight talk for those navigating the end of the old world—and preparing for the new one.

As part of its devolution agenda, the government is deepening and extending the mayoral model across England. Fourteen regional mayors are now in office, holding powers over transport, skills, housing and planning, economic growth and more. The government eventually wants every region of England to be led by a mayor.   But what are the characteristics of effective mayoral leadership? How should existing and new mayors use their powers and their platform to bring benefits to their regions? And what lessons can England's mayors learn from international experience?   We held a discussion of these themes, informed by insights from the Bloomberg Center for Cities at Harvard University and its director, Professor Jorrit de Jong, who was in conversation with Emma Norris, Deputy Director of the Institute for Government, and Akash Paun, Programme Director for Devolution. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this mind-bending episode of Devolution Power Hour, Jon Herold and Chris Paul take listeners on a two-hour journey through quantum tech, media psyops, and the unraveling of physical reality itself. At the heart of the discussion is General Steven Kwast's bombshell interview on the Sean Ryan Show, where he outlines how quantum communication could rewrite history, and why it proves the existence of God. The hosts analyze what this means for military strategy, continuity of government, and even the foundational assumptions behind our reality. Trump's aggressive push for nuclear energy via the Defense Production Act is also dissected, alongside questions of executive power, devolution strategy, and wartime governance. The episode covers AI deepfakes, prompt theory, simulation parallels in media, and the potential misuse of quantum tech for surveillance or even historical erasure. Herold and Paul layer in philosophical and theological reflections, weaving in Trump's American Academy proposal, Harvard's colonial charter, Flynn's continuity of government warning, and Epstein file inconsistencies, all under a meta lens of truth, technology, and trust. This is not just political commentary, it's a philosophical expedition into power, perception, and the future

In Episode 356 of Devolution Power Hour, Jon Herold and Burning Bright unpack Trump's jaw-dropping Oval Office confrontation with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, where Trump rolls out footage of violent anti-white rhetoric and attacks on farmers, forcing the world to confront the genocide debate in real time. The hosts analyze the media's panicked response, the theatrical deployment of “content president” optics, and the geopolitical strategy behind Trump's maneuver. They then expand into the broader battle space, questioning Trump's continued engagement with legacy media while dismantling the illusion of their legitimacy. The conversation spans the controlled retreat of the press, the AutoPen pardon scandal, Biden's cognitive decline, and Trump's narrative inversion that subtly delegitimizes the Biden presidency, while showing him unexpected sympathy. Also on deck: Israel's ongoing Gaza operations, Tim Pool and Charlie Kirk's media gatekeeping, Theo Von's unexpected Gaza statement, and General Steve Kwast's long-overdue mainstream exposure. With biting humor and razor-sharp insights, the episode underscores why independent media, narrative control, and truth-telling, on energy, war, and elections, are more important than ever in the twilight of the old world order.

As part of its devolution agenda, the government is deepening and extending the mayoral model across England. Fourteen regional mayors are now in office, holding powers over transport, skills, housing and planning, economic growth and more. The government eventually wants every region of England to be led by a mayor. But what are the characteristics of effective mayoral leadership? How should existing and new mayors use their powers and their platform to bring benefits to their regions? And what lessons can England's mayors learn from international experience? We held a discussion of these themes, informed by insights from the Bloomberg Center for Cities at Harvard University and its director, Professor Jorrit de Jong, who was in conversation with Emma Norris, Deputy Director of the Institute for Government, and Akash Paun, Programme Director for Devolution.

In today's pod, an update to episode 60, I examine which suggestion for English devolution has the greatest chance of succeeding. These include:1. Bringing back English Votes for English Laws2. Creating an English Parliament3. Increasing the number of metro mayors and combined local authorities 4. Establishing regional assembliesEnjoyed the show? Then why not subscribe to PLUS PLUS PLUS! For just £1.99 per month, you will receive access to every episode and every transcript of the A Level Politics Show. That's right, the full back catalogue for less than a price of a coffee. Also look out for bonus E. G.4Me episodes, which take you through breaking news stories and attempt to make sense of them. Oh, and those quiz pods - watch out for these from 2025 onwards.  If you listen through Spotify, you can ask follow-up questions to each episode by clicking on the comment section in the show notes. And why not take part in episode-by-episode polls once you have finished listening. Furthermore, you can cancel anytime – no obligations and no hidden costs. Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get started!   If a PLUS PLUS PLUS subscription is not for you at this time then no worries – rest assured that the latest episode of the show will remain free until the next episode comes out.  One last thing: don't forget to leave a nice review wherever you listen to your podcasts so that more people can find out about us.  Happy listening, dear listener, and thanks for your support of the show. 

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In Episode 355 of Devolution Power Hour, Jon Herold and Chris Paul dissect a week filled with narrative-shaping headlines and global optics that suggest Trump is anything but out of power. They break down Trump's royal treatment on his Middle East tour, explore the geopolitical shift toward nuclear energy and AI infrastructure, and reflect on the UAE's extraordinary decision to close its Grand Mosque for Trump's visit, a first in history. The hosts scrutinize the Supreme Court's conflicting legitimacy, the AutoPen scandal, and Biden's mental fog as revealed in the newly released Hur tapes. From CIA-backed media distractions to judicial overreach, Jon and Chris explore how the regime props up a false reality while Trump maneuvers through both the surface and sovereign layers of control. With sharp insight and humor, they tie in symbolism, SCOTUS hypocrisy, and global realignment as the world prepares for a tectonic political shift.

In this sweeping episode of Devolution Power Hour, Jon Herold and Burning Bright dig into the geopolitical and narrative shifts defining Trump's second term. They begin with Trump's masterful Saudi Arabia speech, interpreting it as both a strategic declaration and a roadmap for global realignment. The hosts explore the rise of the “sovereign alliance”, a growing bloc of nationalist-led nations turning away from the globalist order, and unpack Iran's surprising offer to sign a nuclear agreement if the U.S. ditches Netanyahu's influence. They dissect the quiet trade deal with China, revealing how Trump and Xi secretly negotiated economic rebalancing while maintaining the illusion of public hostility, trapping both the media and the Fed in their own lies. They argue Trump is staging a peaceful, constitutional hostile takeover, aligning with founding principles to dismantle a captured U.S. government without firing a shot. From the restructuring of the National Security Council and the fading relevance of Congress, to the narrative inversion of historical allies and enemies, Herold and Bright make the case that we've entered a new phase of the info war: the Sovereign Siege. It's tactical, psychological, and unstoppable, and they're calling the shots as it unfolds.

In this jam-packed episode of Devolution Power Hour, Jon Herold and Chris Paul break down a week of global and domestic shakeups, from the historic rise of Pope Leo XIV to Trump's tactical reshuffling of the DOJ. They analyze Ed Martin's blocked nomination, Judge Jeanine Pirro's appointment, and how Trump may be using interim roles to sidestep Senate obstruction. The conversation turns constitutional as the hosts explore Trump's potential suspension of habeas corpus, drawing from the Federalist Papers and court precedent to argue it's a return to founding principles, not tyranny. They also call out the regime media's likely meltdown and spotlight how public consensus may be the real weapon. Toss in takedowns of James O'Keefe's Epstein flop, Ron DeSantis' tax posturing, and a bold theory on Trump's “Great Reset,” and you've got a fast-moving, thought-provoking episode that connects the dots like only DPH can.

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In this jam-packed episode of Devolution Power Hour, Jon Herold and Burning Bright cut through the noise to expose the theater of modern politics and the deeper strategies driving global realignment. They kick things off with sharp commentary on Anna Paulina Luna's sudden crusade against the Patriot Act and the performative antics of James O'Keefe, tearing into the grift culture hijacking legitimate patriot narratives. From there, they pivot to Trump's cryptic “earth-shattering” announcement, analyzing whether it's a calculated trade move, a strategic peace deal, or a geopolitical pressure play. They explore the pincer movement between the U.S. and China aimed at squeezing the Federal Reserve, the symbolic implications of renaming the Persian Gulf, and how Trump's rhetoric is subtly reshaping alliances across the Middle East. With references to Nazi symbolism, Victory Day proclamations, and the narrative inversion of Ukraine and Israel, the hosts make the case that we're witnessing the unraveling of the post-WWII order. The conversation crescendos into a passionate discussion on sovereignty, taxes, and whether America's future depends on ditching complacency and embracing decentralized power. Packed with economic insights, historical references, and unapologetic truth-telling, this episode is a no-holds-barred deep dive into the spiritual, political, and strategic battlefield of the modern world.

YOUTUBE DESCRIPTION / SHOW NOTESTonight on the Typical Skeptic Podcast, I'm joined by Michelle Thompson, a powerful truth seeker and spiritual warrior who was like a sister to the late Rainetta Jones. Carrying the torch forward, Michelle is here to break down the Luciferian Brotherhood system, the Sovereign Military Order, and the methods behind land assignment decoding using city seal sigils and embedded symbolism. This episode dives into esoteric geopolitics, spiritual warfare, and occulted control systems most have never even heard of.Michelle brings a rare blend of military-industrial insider knowledge, paranormal experience, and grounded healing work with Purple Heart veterans. Her background spans everything from telecom engineering to haunted houses, and she's now on a mission to expose what's really going on beneath the surface of our cities and societies.MICHELLE THOMPSON - BIOMichelle Thompson is a San Diego native and global traveler who has studied UFO phenomena near military installations across the world. With a double degree in Business Science and Accounting, Michelle worked over a decade in the telecom industry—serving as a project management specialist and legacy systems liaison for major networks like Verizon, AT&T, DirecTV, and Dish Network.After suffering a spinal injury and overcoming paralysis, Michelle had a spiritual reawakening while living in a haunted house. Her psychic visions re-emerged, leading her to pivot into occupational therapy for combat-wounded veterans at the VA. She now works as a caregiver for Purple Heart veterans suffering from TBI and PTSD, while also using floral origami as a therapeutic artform.Deeply esoteric, analytical, and intuitive, Michelle is continuing Rainetta Jones' legacy—exposing hidden power structures and decoding their occult technologies.

The third podcast episode from TRUUD explores the complexity of achieving long-term, lasting change within urban development to foster healthier lives. Host Andres Kelly discusses with Dr Krista Bondy, University of Stirling, and Dr Neil Carhart, University of Bristol, how current systems struggle to address interconnected challenges, often leaving practitioners feeling powerless. The conversation emphasises the necessity of an interdisciplinary approach and systems thinking to understand the various influencing factors and overcome short-term perspectives. This episode investigates how to create interventions that are sustainable and prioritise health and equity for current and future generations, suggesting a need to reconsider societal values and decision-making processes.Funded by the UK Prevention Research Partnership which aims to reduce non-communicable diseases such as cancers, type-2 diabetes, obesity, mental ill-health and respiratory illnesses, TRUUD is providing evidence and tools for policy-makers in government and industry.Find more at the TRUUD website: https://truud.ac.uk/Recommended reading from episodeKrista Bondy:Are We Smart Enough to Know How Smart Animals Are? by Frans de WaalJustice and the Politics of Indifference by Iris Marion YoungNeil Carhart:Thinking in Systems by Donella MeadowsAndrew Kelly:The Good Ancestor: How to Think Long Term in a Short Term World by Roman KrznaricMusic credit: New York London Tokyo by Petrenj MusicProduced by Beeston Media.

In a packed Saturday night edition of Devolution Power Hour, Jon Herold and Chris Paul dive into a whirlwind of topics connecting culture, geopolitics, and narrative warfare. They start light with the NFL draft drama surrounding Shedeur Sanders, exposing how Trump's casual posts seemingly shattered a media-manufactured story in real time. Then they pivot into Trump's meeting with Zelensky at the Pope's funeral, dissecting its optics, body language, and what Trump's subtle rebuke of Putin really signals in the broader geopolitical chess match. From there, Jon and Chris explore NATO's desperate attempts to stay relevant in Ukraine, the accelerating collapse of the Crossfire Hurricane coverup, and how Israel's AI warfare tech reveals just how advanced military technology has become. They also cover nuclear energy diplomacy with Armenia and Iran, the Abraham Accords expansion, and how sovereignty battles are being framed through economic and military alliances. Wrapping up, they discuss the FBI arresting corrupt judges, Katie Hobbs' ties to human smuggling scandals, the Defense Policy Board purge, and how Trump's new executive orders targeting ActBlue and foreign interference connect back to EO 13848. It is a sprawling, energetic episode packed with insight, theory, humor, and serious truth bombs.

In this wide-ranging and fiery edition of Devolution Power Hour, Jon Herold and Burning Bright wade deep into the cultural, political, and narrative battles shaping our present reality. Kicking off with a dive into the mainstream media's desperate attempts to frame the UFC as a hotbed of “deplorable” masculinity, the hosts explore how the promotion's unapologetically anti-woke ethos has made it a narrative battleground, and why Trump's walk-ins at events hit harder than any punch in the octagon. From there, they shift into economic brinkmanship, trade war chess, and Trump's masterful narrative manipulation using tariffs as leverage. The hosts dissect a flurry of global developments, from Putin's strategic “capitulation” in Ukraine (which aligns eerily well with Trump's three-year-old peace plan) to Europe's economic collapse and the populist uprising it's igniting. They also unravel the deeper meaning of what it takes to wage narrative warfare, questioning whether we're watching a scripted resolution or an ongoing, real battle against rogue state actors. And yes, they roast the idea of Bill Maher and the establishment media taking a redemption lap, labeling it a tactical "hibernation" strategy to outlast Trump and sneak back into relevance. Packed with sharp commentary, personal anecdotes (including dead animals in walls and sword lore), and unapologetic truth bombs, this episode is both an information dump and a call to vigilance. Buckle up...the narrative is shifting, and DPH is here to help you decode it.

Terence power returns to once gain fill the gap left by Joe making his White House visit, and we are rapidly thrown into a confused delve into the theory of evolution, with big questions around the origins of Jack Russells and how evolution led humanity to walk upright, use tools and at long last to making podcasts.There's an issue raised with someone blowing up the moon to make a statement, and the claim humanity got carried away with the amount of languages on offer.All in all it leaves Eoin screaming for a bit of common sense and Darren falling back on his most surefire, quick fire joke.Send all of your questions and comments to stallit@goloudnow.com

In this gripping and deeply analytical episode of Devolution Power Hour, Chris Paul and Ghost dissect the latest psychological and narrative warfare shaping global events and the future of America First. The show kicks off with a deep dive into the updated White House COVID-19 origin page, which now points to a lab leak as the source of the virus. But Chris and Ghost aren't buying the limited hangout. Instead, they argue this half-measure narrative protects the deeper truth, that the pandemic was scripted, gamed out, and used as a tool of global subjugation. They explore how information warfare itself is being weaponized, not just to wake up the normies, but to dismantle deep state operatives behind the scenes. General Flynn's fiery post calling out Pam Bondi and Kash Patel for inaction becomes a lightning rod for a larger discussion on loyalty, strategy, and narrative pacing. The hosts break down why we must demand accountability now, not after the midterms, not after 2028, and why friction, conflict, and discomfort are necessary ingredients for justice and real reform. Also in the mix: Trump's evolving Fed strategy, Elon Musk's power struggles inside the administration, the return of Derek Harvey to the National Security Council, and potential signals about Ezra Cohen's next move. From Easter truces to economic proxy wars, and from controlled opposition to 5D chess, this episode is loaded with pattern recognition, game theory, and unapologetic truth-seeking.

In this explosive episode of Devolution Power Hour, Jon Herold and Ghost unpack a tidal wave of stories pointing to major power shifts both at home and abroad. They kick off with the Pentagon's silent housecleaning, three top officials removed in a leak investigation tied to high-level Signal chats, Ukraine intelligence suspensions, and potential treasonous behavior. Is this the dismantling of entrenched resistance within Trump's DOD? The duo then turns to the foreign front, where sovereign leaders across Europe are defying EU orders and aligning with Trump's America First diplomacy. Serbia and Slovakia stand strong against globalist threats, and the State Department's censorship engine, the Global Engagement Center, is officially dismantled thanks to Marco Rubio and Darren Beattie, signaling a massive win for free speech and anti-NGO sovereignty. Herold and Ghost also dig deep into Trump's quietly reassembled foreign policy team, from Adam Boehler's rogue diplomacy with Hamas to Steve Witkoff's direct talks with Putin and Iran. They examine the neocon panic, Trump's controlled inflection points, and why this slow-motion purge of legacy actors might be the plan all along. To top it off, they revisit the mysterious 2021 transfer of 175 million Pentagon IP addresses and the recent resignation of the Defense Digital Service, raising new questions about continuity of government, classified comms, and who's really in control. Buckle up. This episode connects dots across continents and administrations.

Jon Herold and Chris Paul return with a jam-packed episode of Devolution Power Hour, connecting dots across election lawfare, border militarization, global finance, and Trump's quiet economic revolution. The show opens with a takedown of the sudden cheerleading around Tulsi Gabbard's election machine comments, unpacking why her words may be too little, too late, and why the real focus should be on Trump's executive actions dismantling the election interference infrastructure. From there, the duo dives into the declassified Crossfire Hurricane documents, highlighting how old narratives are being reintroduced for public reconditioning ahead of something much bigger, possibly what Chris dubs “RICO Grande.” They also explore the “Doomsday Book,” Presidential Emergency Action Documents (PEADs), and why former regime operatives are panicking about Trump's use of constitutional war powers on domestic soil. The second half turns to Trump's border memo authorizing military jurisdiction over federal lands to fortify the southern border, potentially transforming sections into National Defense Areas. Then, the focus shifts to global trade and Trump's emerging Mar-a-Lago Accord: a five-step plan to reshape global currency flows, devalue the dollar on U.S. terms, and return manufacturing and monetary power back to the homeland. It's a financial reset, America First style. With laughs, clarity, and brutal honesty, this episode cuts through fear porn and controlled narratives to spotlight what's really being reset, and who's in charge of the lever.

In this heavyweight edition of Devolution Power Hour, Jon Herold and Burning Bright break down the multi-layered global chessboard unfolding around Donald Trump's aggressive new tariffs, and the cascading geopolitical, economic, and narrative consequences they're triggering. The duo dives deep into Trump's 125% tariff strike against China, unpacking how this move is not just about trade, but about forcing a global realignment. They reveal how over 75 nations are now rushing to the table to strike “bespoke” trade deals, effectively isolating China and trapping it in an economic pincer movement. Scott Bessent's economic strategy and the public narrative around “surrounding China” is dissected with precision, as Herold and Bright explore whether this is a true trade war, or a coordinated decoupling effort with Xi himself. From bond market anomalies and treasury yield chaos to Main Street vs. Wall Street dynamics, the hosts propose that Trump may be gaming the Federal Reserve into lowering interest rates, using tariff pressure, asset repositioning, and even China's own moves against it. They also question whether all these global deals have already been made behind the scenes...and we're just watching the theatrical rollout. In the second half, they shift focus to the CNN article on Trump's dismantling of Obama-era election infrastructure. With CISA gutted, DHS funding pulled, and election security networks disbanded, they argue that Trump is not just “fortifying” 2024, he's surgically removing the entire rigged narrative scaffolding erected since 2016. They bring receipts from Trump's executive order, comment on Chris Krebs' nervous media appearances, and explore why the media is warning of chaos in 2025. With humor, clarity, and a whole lot of receipts, this episode exposes the quiet demolition of the old regime and asks the question no one else is asking: what if it's all going exactly to plan?

Chris Paul, Burning Bright, and Ghost dive deep into the alleged bombing of the Pittsburgh bridge, raising serious questions about the official narrative and its eerie parallels to past infrastructure psyops. The trio unpacks major cracks in the January 6th narrative following Tucker's latest drops, Biden's unhinged response, and the timing of media panic. They explore how COVID fear porn is being recycled, the role of cultural programming in shaping public perception, and the broader strategy behind narrative collapse. Jon Herold joins late to add context around Trump's media silence, the psychological war being waged on the American people, and how all signs point to the regime's endgame playing out in real time.