Podcasts about fracturing

How did the US Dollar become the dominant currency internationally? What keeps other currencies, fiat or crypto, from displacing the dollar's role? Does the aggressive use of sanctions by the US Government put the dollar's role at risk?Paul Blustein is with the Center for Strategic and International Studies, as well as an author and journalist. He has written several books including his latest work King Dollar: The Past and Future of the World's Dominant Currency and previous works, Off Balance: The Travails of Institutions That Govern the Global Financial System, And the Money Kept Rolling In (and Out) Wall Street, the IMF, and the Bankrupting of Argentina, and Laid Low: Inside the Crisis That Overwhelmed Europe and the IMF.Greg and Paul discuss the reasons behind the US dollar's dominance in global finance, its historical roots stemming from the Bretton Woods Agreement, and the challenges posed by international crises and economic policies. Paul also discusses the role and limitations of the IMF, the geopolitical implications of using the dollar as a financial weapon, and the potential impact of emerging currencies and digital threats. The episode concludes with insights into the phenomena of dollarization and how various economic strategies, including those of China and Russia, intersect with the enduring power of the US dollar.*unSILOed Podcast is produced by University FM.*Episode Quotes:How the U.S. discovered the power of financial sanctions21:00: No longer was it just going to be the drug lords and, you know, in Colombia and places like that, it was now the government was gonna crack down on terrorists. And so the Treasury, OFAC, the Office of Foreign Assets Control, began doing some of that. And they realized that by cutting off banks abroad from access to the dollar system, that correspondent banking system we were just talking about, that, you know, things could really go boom. They could pose a death sentence on banks. And as they began to realize the power of that, they then applied it in the case of North Korea in 2005. And they were absolutely astonished to discover that this really worked. You could really have a big effect on North Korea's financial system by cutting off banks. It was—they went after a bank in Macau that had been—and then they were off to the races. They could use this similar kind of weaponry on Iran and other adversariesResponsible vs irresponsible use of dollar power25:29: You have this power with a dollar; if we use it responsibly, it can be a very good power. And if we use it irresponsibly, it's a bad power. And that's the way I like to look at it.How U.S.–China sanction scenarios are actually gamed out51:59: Some of the hawks in, you know, you don't hear so much from these guys anymore, but the hawks in Congress have tried to game some of these out. You know, I go into this in one of the chapters of the book about how they, you know, they had a red team and a blue team, and they thought, well, we can, you know, we just have done this—imposed drastic sanctions on Russia. So if there's an invasion of Taiwan, here's what we do. And they, I think, have discovered that if you have a really knowledgeable red team playing the Chinese Communist Party, they can come up with a lot, a lot of things that, it preserves Taiwanese democracy but doesn't have us at each other's throats.Show Links:Recommended Resources:United States DollarEuroRenminbiReserve CurrencyNetwork EffectBretton Woods SystemJohn Maynard KeynesHarry Dexter WhiteHerbert SteinFederal ReserveInternational Monetary Fund (IMF)SWIFTEuroclearFiat MoneyXi JinpingShadow FleetGuest Profile:PaulBlustein.comProfessional Profile for CSISLinkedIn ProfileSocial Profile on XGuest Work:Amazon Author PageKing Dollar: The Past and Future of the World's Dominant CurrencyOff Balance: The Travails of Institutions That Govern the Global Financial SystemAnd the Money Kept Rolling In (and Out) Wall Street, the IMF, and the Bankrupting of ArgentinaThe Chastening: Inside The Crisis That Rocked The Global Financial System And Humbled The IMFMisadventures of the Most Favored Nations: Clashing Egos, Inflated Ambitions, and the Great Shambles of the World Trade SystemLaid Low: Inside the Crisis That Overwhelmed Europe and the IMFSchism: China, America, and the Fracturing of the Global Trading System Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Unleashed: The Political News Hour with Nate Cain – Nate Cain breaks down the real origin of the feud: MTG's fury over President Trump's timeline on releasing the Epstein client list, her sudden opposition to ending Obamacare subsidies, her criticism of U.S. aid to Israel, and her outrage over Trump hosting Syria's new president at the White House. We'll talk straight – Republicans can...

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The world isn't deglobalising, it's fracturing – splitting into US and China blocs, along manufacturing, technological, and financial lines. Paul speaks to Neil Shearing, Group Chief Economist at Capital Economics and author of The Fractured Age: How the Return of Geopolitics Will Splinter the Global Economy. Paul and Neil talk about what the hyper-globalisation consensus that economic interdependence was stabilising got wrong, how the return of superpower rivalry will force other countries to pick a side, and the ways investors can navigate this new economic and geopolitical environment.

My guest today is Victor Davis Hanson, a classicist, military historian, and senior fellow at Stanford's Hoover Institution. Victor is one of the most articulate defenders of Donald Trump, and one of the few people willing to explain why millions of Americans still see him as a necessary corrective rather than a danger. We talk about how his years farming in California shaped his politics, how “lawfare” now cuts both ways, and why so many conservatives feel the system has turned against them. We also dive into the strange new revisionism spreading on the American right—from the claim that Churchill “started” World War II, to the idea that the Nazis killed millions by accident—and why Tucker Carlson has begun platforming the people pushing those ideas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trevor Loudon Reports – The recent interview between Tucker Carlson and Nick Fuentes ignites a firestorm within conservative circles, laying bare a deeper rot: Russia's calculated assault on the American right. This represents no isolated spat. It stands as the culmination of years of relentless propaganda designed to dismantle U.S. conservatism, erode support for Israel, and halt aid to Ukraine...

Trevor Loudon Reports – The recent interview between Tucker Carlson and Nick Fuentes ignites a firestorm within conservative circles, laying bare a deeper rot: Russia's calculated assault on the American right. This represents no isolated spat. It stands as the culmination of years of relentless propaganda designed to dismantle U.S. conservatism, erode support for Israel, and halt aid to Ukraine...

How do you ground your work in the sacredness of life while needing to speak back to the very powers destroying them? Shareeka Helaluddin and Tommy Boutros speak to journalist and novelist Omar El Akkad, following the release of his aching and relentless title "One Day, Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This." The work pieces together words and narratives displaced by the violence of empire, while beckoning us to move beyond trying to find words but to move into actioned compelled by the desire to preserve the sacredness of human lives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Crisis Lab Podcast, host Kyle King takes a hard look at the internal fractures forming within the emergency management community. Kyle reflects on how recent disasters and public criticism have brought long-standing issues to the surface. This episode challenges the profession to face uncomfortable truths about authority, messaging, and its evolving role in the face of growing demands. With examples drawn from major events like Hurricanes Helene and Milton, and reactions from both public officials and emergency professionals, Kyle unpacks how misinformation, internal conflict, and a crisis of credibility are reshaping what it means to serve communities during emergencies. He explores how the field's reliance on heroic language has masked a quiet shift toward managing scarcity rather than delivering aid and why the time for honest self-examination is now. Tune in to hear why emergency management stands at a crossroads and what it must do to rebuild public trust and professional unity in an age of constant crisis. Show Highlights [00:25] Why this conversation is difficult but necessary [01:05] Recent disasters and growing scrutiny [01:45] Internal divide in emergency management [02:30] Social media and professional conflict [03:34] Criticism from within the field [04:00] Misinformation and coordination challenges [04:47] Constant disaster demand [05:40] Overlooked internal tensions [05:59] Who really represents the profession [06:47] Impact of influencers vs. traditional roles [07:34] Messaging clash with public expectations [08:29] FEMA's response during Hurricane Helene [09:32] From aid delivery to resource management [10:51] Institutional honesty and public trust [11:24] Two directions for the profession [12:00] Rebuilding credibility through alignment

Dave Rubin of “The Rubin Report” talks to Brandon Tatum about his reaction to the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk; his frustration with conspiracy theories targeting Charlie's family, Erica, and Turning Point USA; his emotional struggle to honor Charlie's legacy while resisting calls for revenge; the backlash he faces from both the left and some on the right; his passionate defense of Israel during his viral debate with Dave Smith on Piers Morgan Uncensored, his concerns about deep divisions within the MAGA movement and the right as conspiracy theories, antisemitism, and infighting escalate after Charlie Kirk's death; the collapse of policing in blue cities like Chicago, Portland, and San Francisco and how failed sanctuary city and soft-on-crime policies devastate communities; the majority of black Americans actually wanting more police and safer neighborhoods despite politicians weaponizing race and white guilt; the quiet shift of black voters realizing their conservative values and becoming “activated” to vote Republican and support leaders like Donald Trump; and much more. Check out the NEW RUBIN REPORT MERCH here: https://daverubin.store/ Subscribe to Dave's Newsletter: https://shorturl.at/tygfO Buy tickets to see Dave Rubin Live here: https://daverubin.com/events/ October 18 - Melbourne, Australia - TBA October 21 - Sydney, Australia - TBA October 27 - Brisbane, Australia - TBA

https://globalsumudflotilla.org/Colonialoutcasts.comFormer Turning Points media team staff member, Carolinehttps://linktr.ee/babybluetxdiscusses the evolution of Charlie Kirk's Turning Points USA when she first started as a young staff member during its genesis and how it transformed into the corporate elite's tool to radicalize right wing youth into a far-right MAGA cultural incubator. But with the desperation of the elite class to frame Charlie Kirk's assassination as a “martyrdom” at the hands of the “violent left”, fragmentation within the far right is complicating things and preventing a blind fervor and galvanization for civil war sentiments. This is especially given the rapid spread of suspicions of an Israeli conspiracy among right-wing conservatives who are now flocking to Candace Owens and away from Turning Points new czar, Ben Shapiro.Caroline is a lawyer, progressive political activist, and former conservative who has seen the inside of the movement and chosen a different path. She spent years in right-wing spaces before realizing how deeply misinformation, exclusion, and fear were shaping the narrative. Today, she uses her legal training and personal experience to unpack propaganda and help others navigate their own political shifts. Her mission is to ensure people feel informed, empowered, and unafraid to question what they've been told.#charliekirk #turningpoints #civilwar #conservatives #politicalviolence #benshapiro #candaceowens #israel

SummaryIn this episode of the Upgrade America podcast, hosts Cameron RA and CJ the Dayslayer discuss a range of pressing topics, including the consequences of political rhetoric, the implications of replacement theory, and the responsibilities of public figures. They explore the complexities of freedom of speech, the need for solutions to societal issues, and the potential repercussions of military actions in urban areas. The conversation also touches on the rebranding of the Department of Defense, the role of veterans in confronting government actions, and the broader implications of U.S. foreign policy in a rapidly changing global landscape.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Current Events and Technology02:07 Rhetoric and Consequences in Political Discourse04:16 Understanding Replacement Theory and Its Implications05:51 The Impact of Polarizing Figures on Society07:58 Freedom of Speech vs. Accountability09:38 Proposing Solutions to Polarization12:02 Government Response to Violence and Polarization13:26 Rebranding the Department of Defense17:38 National Guard Deployment and Urban Warfare23:50 Consequences of Military Action in Urban Areas29:32 Economic Solutions for Gang Violence31:35 Veterans Confronting Congress on U.S. Actions37:53 Global Political Dynamics and U.S. PositioningTakeawaysRhetoric in political discourse can lead to real-world consequences.Freedom of speech does not shield individuals from the repercussions of their words.Public figures should present solutions rather than just problems.The black community faces significant societal challenges and scrutiny.Military action in urban areas can have severe consequences for civilians.Economic development is crucial in addressing gang violence.Veterans are speaking out against U.S. complicity in foreign conflicts.The rebranding of the Department of Defense raises questions about U.S. military actions.NATO's Article 4 invocation highlights rising global tensions.The U.S. must navigate its role in a changing geopolitical landscape.

Group Chief Economist Neil Shearing tackles that weak US August Employment report, previews the coming week's inflation data, talks about what's been happening in the bond market and explains just what recent get-togethers in China signal about a new world order.Also on the show, ahead of a crunch vote for France's government, Chief Europe Economist Andrew Kenningham talks about why the French political establishment is struggling to break out of its fiscal logjam, and what this all means for the outlook for the government bond market. Analysis and events referenced in this episode:Read: French borrowing costs may soon exceed Italy'sDrop-In: France's political turmoil and the fragility of global bond marketsDrop-In: What's really holding up the commercial real estate recovery?Fracturing in the Age of Trump - London September 2025Fracturing in the Age of Trump - New York October 2025

In this episode of Ami's House, we sit down with journalist Karys Rhea to ask a hard question: Are we alienating the last allies Israel has left on the American Right? From the rise of “woke right” factions, to the fallout of October 7, to the mainstreaming of antisemitism in conservative spaces — we explore how the pro-Israel camp risks losing support from its own friends. We get into Tucker, Candace, Megyn Kelly, Charlie Kirk, and the usefulness of the term "antisemitic."This is not just about politics — it's about whether Israel's defenders can hold their coalition together without pushing people away.Find Kara on X: https://x.com/rheakarys

Our guest this week is Neil Shearing. Neil is Group Chief Economist at Capital Economics and the author of a new book, The Fractured Age: How the Return of Geopolitics Will Splinter the Global Economy. In addition to managing a team of economists and serving as a voice in the investment community, Neil is an associate fellow at Chatham House, an international affairs think tank. He joined Capital Economics in 2006 from the United Kingdom's Treasury Ministry. He holds economics degrees from the University of London and the University of York.BackgroundBioThe Fractured Age: How the Return of Geopolitics Will Splinter the Global EconomyChatham House“Neil Shearing: What You Might Be Missing About the Current Economy,” The Long View podcast, Morningstar.com, April 16, 2024.Global Economic Fracturing, Tariffs, and AI“America or China? As the Global Economy Fractures, the World Will Have to Choose,” by Neil Shearing, capitaleconomics.com, Aug. 14, 2025.“Trump, Institutions, and the Deafening Silence of the Markets,” by Neil Shearing, capitaleconomics.com, Aug. 6, 2025.“Chinese Overcapacity Is a Disinflationary Gift and a Geopolitical Threat,” by Neil Shearing, capitaleconomics.com, July 21, 2025.“Fiscal Stability Is Now as Much About People as Policy,” by Neil Shearing, capitaleconomics.com, July 14, 2025.“This Trade War Is the Symptom—Global Fracturing Is the Cause,” by Neil Shearing, capitaleconomics.com, July 7, 2025.“'Tariff Man' Returns, US-China Diverging Price Risks—and Is AI Triggering a Jobs Bloodbath?” The Weekly Briefing podcast, capitaleconomics.com, July 11, 2025.“Chip Choke: What Happens if China Throttles Taiwan's Economy,” by Neil Shearing, afr.com, April 26, 2025.OtherHuaweiSmoot-Hawley Tariff ActBIS Triennial Central Bank Survey“America's Biggest Rare-Earth Producer Makes a Play to End China's Dominance,” by Jon Emont, wsj.com, July 15, 2025.

On this episode of Heard Tell, we're back "across the pond" to check in on our United Kingdom friends with Oliver Dean joining us from the UK. What's going on in UK politics with a two-party system that for the first time in hundreds of years faces a real third threat in Reform, the flailing Labour government under PM Keir Starmer, and how there is a real pessimism that has lingered after that last election that has kept Labour from finding its footing, the Tories from finding a unified message, and finds Reform on the rise. Plus, we talk about the policy and backlash about online content censoring and online ID laws, immigration crisis, housing, and the systemic issues inside the UK that won't be solved in just one or two election cycles, and how the once vaunted UK university system is starting to show some real decline. All that and more on this episode of Heard Tell.--------------------Heard Tell SubStack Free to subscribe, comes right to your inboxhttps://heardtell.substack.com/Questions, comments, concerns, ideas, or epistles? Email us HeardTellShow@gmail.comPlease follow @HeardTellShow like the program, comment with your thoughts, and share with others.Support Heard Tell here: https://app.redcircle.com/shows/4b87f374-cace-44ea-960c-30f9bf37bcff/donationsAll that and more on this episode of Heard Tell.--------------------Heard Tell SubStack Free to subscribe, comes right to your inboxhttps://heardtell.substack.com/Questions, comments, concerns, ideas, or epistles? Email us HeardTellShow@gmail.comPlease follow @HeardTellShow like the program, comment with your thoughts, and share with others.Support Heard Tell here: https://app.redcircle.com/shows/4b87f374-cace-44ea-960c-30f9bf37bcff/donationsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/heard-tell/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Group Chief Economist Neil Shearing tackles the week's biggest macro and market questions, including: what could Beijing do after more weak China data? Why tariffs aren't showing up more in the US economy? How much have the latest inflation reports shifted the Fed's rate-cut debate – and should the Treasury Secretary be taking shots at central banks?Also: Chief Markets Economist John Higgins on why we've lifted our S&P 500 forecasts, the limits of valuation metrics, and the risks markets face from an unpredictable – and increasingly emboldened – president.Plus: In a clip from our online Drop-In client briefing, Shilan Shah on what's gone wrong in India-US relations and how 50% tariffs could hit India's economy.Analysis and events referenced in this episode:CAP: Growth slows in Q2 despite resilient industryIn-person events: Fracturing in the age of TrumpS&P 500: onwards and upwards for this year and nextDrop-In: India in Trump's firing line – What's at stake for the economy and markets

Join Victor Davis Hanson and host Sami Winc for this Friday news roundup. Topics discussed include Trump's return from Scotland and the trade deal with the EU, the role of the Federal Reserve and the impact of interest rates, violent incidents across the nation, racial dynamics in crime reporting, and the internal conflicts within the Democratic Party.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this unscripted, honest download, I wrestle with the disturbing ways companies are approaching reorgs—moving humans like chess pieces in the name of efficiency while ignoring the core operating system of what it means to be human. I explore the emotional aftermath of layoffs, the ripple effects on trust and productivity, and why doing it “by the book” isn't enough anymore. This one's for the people still standing after the org chart gets gutted—and for the leaders who need to be reminded that culture isn't built in a spreadsheet. It's built in how you treat people when it's hard.Welcome to a conversation about reorgs that dares to be real.

New York Times columnist David Brooks and Washington Post associate editor Jonathan Capehart join Geoff Bennett to discuss the week in politics, including the debate over the Epstein files continues to cause a rift for Republicans, the Trump administration settles its fight with Columbia University and if Democrats can form a vision to fight back against Trump. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

New York Times columnist David Brooks and Washington Post associate editor Jonathan Capehart join Geoff Bennett to discuss the week in politics, including the debate over the Epstein files continues to cause a rift for Republicans, the Trump administration settles its fight with Columbia University and if Democrats can form a vision to fight back against Trump. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

New York Times columnist David Brooks and Washington Post associate editor Jonathan Capehart join Geoff Bennett to discuss the week in politics, including the debate over the Epstein files continues to cause a rift for Republicans, the Trump administration settles its fight with Columbia University and if Democrats can form a vision to fight back against Trump. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Liberty Lockdown's Clint Russell on why we rarely get investigations of important things, the execrable Mark Levin, and the precarious political future of J.D. Vance. Sponsors: Agorist Tax Advice: Pick up a free copy of the brilliant Matthew Sercely's Agorist Tax Toolkit at: AgoristTaxAdvice.com/woods  Bank on Yourself Guest's Twitter: @LibertyLockPod Show notes for Ep. 2671

Donald Trump and his trade war are symptoms, not causes, of a deeper shift in the global economic order. The world has fractured into rival blocs, with the US and China emerging as the poles of competing systems, vying for resources, technological dominance and geopolitical influence. Now, with Trump back in office, long-held assumptions about American leadership are once again in question. What does his return mean for the trajectory of this fracturing, and how has the balance of risks evolved?In this special edition of The Weekly Briefing from Capital Economics, Group Chief Economist Neil Shearing and Chief Asia Economist Mark Williams explore the fracturing of the global economy. Ahead of the publication of fresh analysis about how fracturing has developed since Trump's return, they talk to David Wilder about how this process began long before the president was elected in 2016,  how it's accelerating under his second term and where it might lead. Topics covered in this 30-minute episode include:The inevitability of US–China economic rivalry – and the scope for détenteHow fracturing is fuelling a global tech arms raceWhether Trump's unilateralism could further strain or even break Western alliances.Events and analysis referenced in this episode:Fracturing under Trump – Register now:Singapore, 3rd SeptemberHong Kong, 4th SeptemberLondon, 17th SeptemberNew York, 9th OctoberRead: The fracturing of the global economyRead: The US, China and the Fractured Age

Interview recorded - 18th of July, 2025On this episode of the WTFinance podcast I had the pleasure of welcoming back Dr Jan Oberg. Jan is a sociologist, peace researcher & the director of Transnational Foundation for Peace & Future Research.During our conversation we spoke about his views on geopolitics, the Western decline, 5% NATO defence spending, Russian invasion of Europe, splitting of alliances and more. I hope you enjoy!0:00 - Introduction0:54 - Views on geopolitics8:20 - Western decline16:05 - 5% NATO defence spending21:35 - Russia invading Europe?26:55 - US, Europe & BRICS blocks?31:05 - One message to takeaway?Dr Jan Oberg is an internationally experienced and genuinely independent peace and future researcher and an art photographer – a columnist, commentator and mediator doing diagnosis, prognosis and proposing solutions.Dr Jan Oberg - Transnational: https://transnational.live/Website: https://janoberg.me/X: https://x.com/janoberg?s=21&t=vCJTBKSb-nIJ8eFKe0YAxgWTFinance -Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wtfinancee/Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/67rpmjG92PNBW0doLyPvfniTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wtfinance/id1554934665?uo=4Twitter - https://twitter.com/AnthonyFatseas

Jake Tapper returns to dissect his book Original Sin and the failures of mainstream media to report on Joe Biden's decline.  He traces how social pressures, cultural taboos, and partisan incentive structures are ongoing threats to the type of journalism he practices and associates with the best forms of truth-telling. Tapper says CNN still strives to flesh out the full story, but acknowledges the shrinking market for non-ideological reporting. Plus, a glimpse into the spectacle of immigration enforcement, where shocking imagery is a Presidential tactic and a public turnoff. Produced by Corey Wara Production Coordinator Ashley Khan Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠thegist@mikepesca.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ To advertise on the show, contact ⁠⁠⁠⁠ad-sales@libsyn.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://advertising.libsyn.com/TheGist⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to The Gist: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://subscribe.mikepesca.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to The Gist Youtube Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4_bh0wHgk2YfpKf4rg40_g⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to The Gist Instagram Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠GIST INSTAGRAM⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow The Gist List at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Pesca⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Profundities | Mike Pesca | Substack

AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports that another party that partnered with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says it is quitting the government, leaving him with a minority in the Israeli parliament.

GET YOUR TICKETS TO RON PAUL'S 90TH BIRTHDAY BBQ AND SAY YOU HEARD ABOUT IT FROM LIAM HERE: https://t.co/nei917md9M On this show, Liam interviews Dave Smith about the fracturing of the MAGA coalition and the broader American right. Liam asks Dave about the most controversial month in Donald Trump's presidency, with Trump's approval of aid to Ukraine, bombing Iran, and the mishandling of the Jeffrey Epstein files. Dave Smith responds to Ben Shapiro's take on Epstein and reacts to the new media environment we are in, with figures like Tucker Carlson surpassing those of Old Media. Dave also reflects on his debate with Douglas Murray on The Joe Rogan Experience and responds to Jordan Peterson, James Lindsay, and Sam Harris. Liam asks Dave whether he is finding himself to be more right-wing and what it says about the right that he is being accepted by Tucker Carlson and invited to TPUSA events. They also talk about the viability of the Libertarian Party, "Woke Libertarians," and Elon Musk's creation of the America Party. At the end, Dave Smith reflects on the Ron Paul Revolution and says that he will be attending Ron Paul's 90th Birthday BBQ on August 9th. Get your tickets to the BBQ here: https://t.co/nei917md9M. ENGAGE Follow Dave Smith on X: https://x.com/ComicDaveSmith Buy Tickets to Dave's Comedy Shows: https://comicdavesmith.com/ Follow Liam on X: https://x.com/MLiamMcCollum Follow Human Reaction on X: https://x.com/humanreactionpc Join the Human Reaction Discord server to interact with Liam and the HR community at: https://discord.gg/6dmcWTga CREDITS The Liam McCollum Show is a Human Reaction Production, hosted by Liam McCollum, produced by Sheehan Works, and edited by Bennett Studios.

Start Your Transformation Now  In this powerful and urgent episode of the Jim Fortin Podcast, Jim challenges listeners to confront a critical question: Which part of humanity will you fracture into? As the world undergoes rapid change and spiritual divergence, Jim explores the growing split between those who are awakening into higher consciousness and those entrenched in fear, ego, and distraction. Drawing on wisdom from Don Xavier, Nostradamus, and spiritual science, Jim helps frame today's chaos as not merely political or economic—but vibrational and evolutionary.  Jim discusses how humanity is fracturing into two paths: one aligned with love, light, and soul awareness, and another trapped in fear, density, and the illusions of the 3D world. He speaks directly to the lightworkers, healers, and seekers who sense that something deeper is happening beneath the surface of global events. With clarity and compassion, he reminds us that the path to immunity from chaos begins by raising our frequency—starting from within.  This episode is a wake-up call for anyone who feels out of place in today's noisy world. If you've ever felt that you were born for more, that your role is to bring light, or that the world doesn't quite feel like home—this episode will help you see why.  What You'll Discover in This Episode:  Humanity is Fracturing into Two Paths (02:15) Jim outlines how society is splitting into two distinct energetic realities: one of love and evolution, the other of fear and ego.  Why “Raising Your Frequency” Is the Ultimate Solution (07:35) Learn how raising your inner frequency can protect you from the chaos and lower energies dominating today's world.  The Role of Sentinels and Sleepwalkers in Human Evolution (13:05) Jim introduces the concepts of sentinels (the awakened) and sleepwalkers (the lost), and invites listeners to identify their path.  What Nostradamus Got Right About Our Current World (22:40) Explore prophetic insights from Nostradamus, including the “inversion ritual” and the rise of metal tongues—an eerie foreshadowing of modern digital life.  How to Raise Your Frequency Through Thought and Emotion (31:20) Jim breaks down the path from thought to feeling to frequency and why managing emotions is essential to spiritual growth.  The Children of the Divide and the Second Dawn (41:00)  Discover how younger generations—Indigo and crystalline children—are ushering in the next era of higher consciousness and soulful living.  Listen, apply, and enjoy!  Transformational Takeaway  We are not waiting for the shift—it's already happening. Humanity is evolving, and with it, the vibrational split between fear and love is widening. You are here for a reason. You are not lost, and you are not alone. You are a sentinel, a light bearer, a guardian of higher truth. Your path is not to fight the darkness, but to stand so fully in your light that darkness cannot persist. Remember: the greatest rebellion is joy. The strongest shield is peace. And the most radical act is to raise your frequency and lead with love.  Let's Connect:  Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | LinkedIn  LIKED THE EPISODE?  If you're the kind of person who likes to help others, then share this with your friends and family. If you have found value, they will too. Please leave a review on Apple Podcasts so we can reach more people.  Listening on Spotify? Please leave a comment below. We would love to hear from you!  With gratitude, Jim 

Let me tell you something that absolutely floored me. Iheard a woman say that when she sees an American flag, she gets uncomfortable.That it feels evil. Evil—while she's living in the country that gives her the right to say that out loud, in public, with zero fear of imprisonment or retribution. That's not oppression. That's indifference masked as activism. And I just don't understand it.

War Room How The Israel/Iran War Is On The Brink Of Fracturing The MAGA Coalition — Learn Who Is Picking Sides & Why

Way, way back during the SOPA/PIPA fight, a very important part of the resistance against the bills was coming from infrastructure operators who explained how they were technically incoherent and dangerous. One prominent group was the Internet Infrastructure Coalition, co-founded by Christian Dawson. Today, with legislative amnesia setting in and new requirements for infrastructure-level site blocking rearing their heads, the Coalition has released a new report: DNS At Risk. This week, he joins us on the podcast to talk about the report and the ongoing dangers of attacks on the internet infrastructure.

President Trump met with German Chancellor Merz in the Oval Office on Thursday. Merz urged Trump to increase pressure on Russia, but the president made no commitments and instead compared Ukraine and Russia to two fighting children who needed to work out their differences. Nick Schifrin reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

President Trump met with German Chancellor Merz in the Oval Office on Thursday. Merz urged Trump to increase pressure on Russia, but the president made no commitments and instead compared Ukraine and Russia to two fighting children who needed to work out their differences. Nick Schifrin reports. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

In Episode 11 of Geopolitics with Ghost, Ghost dives into a chaotic international landscape marked by power vacuums, realignment, and narrative collapse. He begins with the stunning visual of the American flag raised once again over Damascus, signaling potential diplomatic restoration between the U.S. and Syria. Ghost unpacks the implications of this move in the context of Arab League reintegration and shifting allegiances in the Middle East. The episode then turns to Israel, where Netanyahu's fragile coalition teeters amid pressure from both domestic unrest and international negotiations with Hamas. Ghost explores the realpolitik behind the hostage talks, the future of Israeli leadership, and whether the U.S. is quietly stepping back from unconditional support. In Asia, the conversation moves to Putin's multi-vector diplomacy, including outreach to North Korea and Central Asia, and how Trump's economic and military posture may be shaping new alliances. Tensions around Taiwan, U.S. base repositioning, and questions about Japan's sovereignty also make the docket. With his signature clarity and historical insight, Ghost weaves together Syria, Israel, Russia, and China to illustrate the broader dismantling of the unipolar world, and the unpredictable road to whatever comes next. A must-listen for those tracking the silent reordering of global power.

Prof Danny Quah, Dean of LKY School of Public Policy at the National University of Singapore, returns to Kopi Time to share his insights on the dangers and opportunities stemming from the changing world order. We go over two of his recent pieces; first, an open letter to the US president (penned before the US elections last November, and second, a research paper on the correlation between global trade and geopolitics. Prof Quah dissects the great power rivalry through (i) the perception of win-win versus zero sum and (ii) a tendency to attribute domestic welfare shortfalls (blue collar jobs, health, education, safety) to external factors (trade, immigration, defence spending). He then points out that trade liberalisation and the politics of global engagement have gone hand in hand on the way up (say, from the 1960s to 2010) and down (the past decade and a half). We then discuss a key point—the US shying away from globalisation or green transition does not doom those dynamics. There is a huge world of trade and GDP outside the US. The world is not being swayed; rules and agreements among the rest are proceeding, with the window left open for the US to return one day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's been notable back-and-forth action between bears and bulls in the SPX, especially surrounding the 5,950 level. Kevin Green says buyers stepping in around 5,900 in a low liquidity environment shows signals of strength but there needs to be more conviction to hold levels. He points to the ratio in tech and staples compared to the SPX to explain why "exhaustion" may be slipping into trading action.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

Global health requires a multilateral approach for research, knowledge sharing, and the distribution of life-saving services. What lessons can we take from recent shocks such as the COVID-19 pandemic? What ethical considerations are imperative as we enter a moment of fracturing global partnerships? For more, please go to: https://carnegiecouncil.co/ethics-empowered-global-health

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The Superhero Show Show #581Spider-Man the Animated Series: Mysterio's ReturnThe Superhero Show Show: Unmasking Mysterio's Return in “The Haunting of Mary Jane Watson”!This week on The Superhero Show Show, your hosts swing back into the eerie heart of Spider-Man: The Animated Series with season 4, episode 9 — “The Haunting of Mary Jane Watson.” And no, you're not imagining things — Mysterio's Return is real, it's theatrical, and it's just as mind-bending as you'd hope. The team dives deep into this episode's ghostly twists, romantic tension, and one of the show's most atmospheric villains staging a comeback like only he can.Illusions of the Past: Mysterio's Return and the Fracturing of RealityThe conversation kicks off with the hosts marveling at the bold reappearance of Quentin Beck, a.k.a. Mysterio, who was presumed dead but now haunts Mary Jane's dreams—and possibly her reality. They discuss how Mysterio's Return flips the show into near horror territory, with trippy hallucinations, supernatural scares, and MJ slowly unraveling under the weight of visions she can't explain.The podcasters dissect how the show smartly uses Mysterio's talent for illusion to blur the line between psychological thriller and superhero adventure. Is MJ really seeing ghosts? Or is this just another one of Mysterio's elaborate productions? Either way, the hosts agree: it's an episode that plays like The Sixth Sense meets Spider-Man, long before that was cool.Spider-Man, the Protector... and the HauntedAs MJ starts doubting her own sanity, Peter takes center stage as the concerned boyfriend and relentless investigator. The podcasters discuss how the episode deepens Peter and MJ's relationship, showing his emotional support and vulnerability as he tries to shield her from a past neither of them fully understands. The haunting leads to revelations about MJ's missing memories and mysterious disappearance earlier in the series—a thread the hosts are thrilled to see finally tugged.They also spotlight how the episode makes excellent use of gothic set pieces, ghostly lighting, and Danny Elfman-esque music cues to sell the haunted-house vibe. And when Mysterio's Return is finally confirmed, it's a grand, dramatic moment that sends chills — not because he's physically imposing, but because of how well he manipulates fear.Curtain Call: The Phantom of the Soundstage Lives OnIn the closing segment, the hosts give big praise to The Haunting of Mary Jane Watson for raising emotional stakes while honoring its comic book roots. They applaud the decision to bring Mysterio back in a way that feels fresh, emotionally loaded, and uniquely suited to animation's surreal potential. The haunting isn't just about ghosts — it's about trauma, memory, and unresolved loss. And with Mysterio's Return, the show delivers one of its most hauntingly human villains.Links and ResourcesMissed our previous episodes of Spider-Man the Animated Series? Catch up!Want To dive deeper? Here are some research links nerds!Spider-Man the Animated Series

In Episode 208, Dave starts the show overseas with a discussion on the UK Supreme Court's ruling defining a ‘woman. After that, we return to the US and discuss the 10,000 pages of RFK assassination files that Trump's administration declassified. I believe he did this for more than just the fulfillment of a campaign promise. Articles discussed/reviewed: UK's top court says definition of a woman is based on biological sex and excludes transgender people by Brian Melley, Jill Lawless, and Sylvia Hui from AP News The UK's Anti-Trans Ruling Is a Defeat for All Women by Sophie Lewis from The Nation Trump drops 10,000 pages of RFK assassination files, exposing puzzling early death reports by Candace Hathaway from Blaze Media BREAKING: FBI Imposed “Gag Order” About Hunter Biden Laptop After Employee Accidentally Confirmed Its Authenticity To Twitter by Catherine Herridge, Michael Shellenberger, and Alex Gutentag from Public News / Beehiiv Support Dave by visiting his new website at Two Rivers Outfitter for all of your preparedness needs and you can also visit his Etsy shop at DesignsbyDandTStore for fun clothing options. Available for Purchase - Fiction: When Rome Stumbles | Hannibal is at the Gates | By the Dawn's Early Light | Colder Weather | A Time for Reckoning (paperback versions) | Fiction Series (paperback) | Fiction Series (audio) Available for Purchase - Non-Fiction: Preparing to Prepare (electronic/paperback) | Home Remedies (electronic/paperback) | Just a Small Gathering (paperback) | Just a Small Gathering (electronic)

TRN Podcast host Nick Estes is joined by journalist Camila Escalante on the rift within Bolivia's socialist movement and the potential return of Evo Morales. Camila Escalante is the Editor at Kawsachun News and Latin American correspondent for Press TV. Keep up with their reporting at https://kawsachun.com/ and empower their work on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/KawsachunNews Watch the video edition on The Red Nation Podcast YouTube channel The Red Nation Podcast is a collaboration between The Red Nation and Red Media. Empower our work: GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/empower-red-medias-indigenous-content  Subscribe to The Red Nation Newsletter: https://www.therednation.org/ Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/redmediapr

Mike Krukow joined Murph & Markus this morning to share his thoughts on Jerar Encarnacion fracturing his left hand and who has locked up the 5th rotation spotSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Krukow joined Murph & Markus this morning to share his thoughts on Jerar Encarnacion fracturing his left hand and who has locked up the 5th rotation spotSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, I'm joined by the New York Times's James Poniewozik to discuss SNL's (rather lengthy) 50th anniversary celebration. (Here's a gift link to James's piece on his favorite episode of SNL.) We discuss the show, how it has changed, and how changes in how people watch the show change its meaning (and our relationship to it). I also asked James about his book, Audience of One: Donald Trump, Television, and the Fracturing of America and how to best cover Trump without succumbing to the siren song of scolding; that clip starts a little before minute 30 if you want to skip all the SNL chatter. (But why would you?) If you enjoyed the episode, I hope you share it with a friend!

In his inaugural address, President Donald Trump laid out a series of executive actions he plans to take in the first days of his second term, including declaring a national emergency at the U.S.-Mexico border, declaring an energy emergency and promising to end electric vehicle “mandates.” Reset discusses with guests Rick Perlstein, historian and author of the books “The Invisible Bridge: The Fall of Nixon and the Rise of Reagan” and “Nixonland: The Rise of a President and the Fracturing of America”; Mitchell Armentrout, Chicago Sun-Times reporter covering government and politics, Aaron Del Mar, Palatine Township Republican chairman; Kathy Salvi, Chair of the Illinois Republican Party and Rep. Mike Quigley, IL D-Chicago. For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.