Podcasts about Iranians

This week's reading was A Thousand and One Nights, also known as The Arabian Nights. The backstory (very, very briefly) was that a king, upon finding his queen to be unfaithful, executed her, and declared himself done with women, sort of. Every night, a new woman was brought to be his queen. Every morning he had his vizier execute the poor unfortunate girl. One day the vizier's own daughter Scheherazade asked to be married to the king. After many days of begging, the vizier finally gave in to the girl's request.Once in the king's bedchamber, her sister (it's kind of complicated) asked for a story. Scheherazade spun a tale but ended it at a cliffhanger. The king, wanting to hear the end of the story, decided to let her live and bring her back for a second night. With stories that included Sinbad, Ali Baba and Aladdin, Scheherazade lived a thousand and one (and more) nights.The actual stories are collected from around the 8th century until the 13th, from Persia and India predominantly. They were translated into English around the 17th century. I'd imagine that the exotic stories captivated European audiences!For me, the experience of reading the stories was similar to reading Grimm's Fairy Tales. The stories are fun, and very interesting—I loved some of them, especially the seven voyages of Sinbad. But when I say they didn't leave a mark, I just don't think I'll take a lot from this week's reading. I didn't find any of them to demonstrate particular lessons, to teach virtues or make some kind of grand statement about the human condition. They were really fun, and I will definitely keep this book around because it is terrific bedtime reading. That's not a terrible thing to say about a book.A year ago I read the wonderful Everything Sad is Untrue by Daniel Nayeri, about a little Iranian boy who emigrates to Oklahoma with his mom and brother. There are vignettes in which the author directly references these stories, related as a way for him to hold onto his Persian heritage. I do think I'll go back and reread that one, just because I really loved it and would like to be able to know it a little better. Now that I've read Arabian Nights, that should be easy.LINKDaniel Nayeri, author of Everything Sad is UntrueTed Gioia/The Honest Broker's 12-Month Immersive Humanities Course (paywalled!)My Amazon Book List (NOT an affiliate link)CONNECTTo read more of my writing, visit my Substack - https://www.cheryldrury.substack.com.Follow me on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cldrury/ LISTENSpotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5GpySInw1e8IqNQvXow7Lv?si=9ebd5508daa245bdApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crack-the-book/id1749793321 Captivate - https://crackthebook.captivate.fm

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he breaks down today's biggest stories shaping America and the world. Trump Tells MAGA Base to Move On From Epstein Case President Trump criticizes conservative influencers and his own team over continued outrage about the DOJ's decision to close the Epstein case. The internal clash involves high-level officials like Pam Bondi, Kash Patel, and Dan Bongino. Bryan argues the Epstein matter deserves renewed investigation, not dismissal, to rebuild public trust in justice. ICE Raid in California Exposes Child Labor in Cannabis Industry Over 360 illegal immigrants are arrested at a California marijuana farm, including 14 unaccompanied minors. Some were allegedly trafficked for forced labor. Governor Gavin Newsom criticizes the raid but fails to acknowledge the child exploitation or gunfire directed at federal agents. Bryan exposes the disconnect between political rhetoric and on-the-ground realities. Trump Fires 1,300 Deep State Workers at State Department Secretary of State Marco Rubio leads a major staffing purge targeting employees tied to climate change, DEI, and gender programs. Critics warn of a purge, but leaked flyers show some dismissed staffers encouraging “resistance.” Bryan calls it proof of a bureaucratic revolt and highlights growing radicalism within federal agencies. One Year After Trump Assassination Attempt, Questions Linger New reports show the Secret Service ignored a warning about an Iranian plot ten days before the Butler, PA rally. Mistakes and unpunished failures continue. Meanwhile, Iranian agents in Europe are using criminal gangs and child recruits for assassinations, leading Bryan to warn that this low-cost sabotage model could soon strike the U.S. Russia Escalates in Ukraine, Trump Preps Sanctions and Seizures Putin's drone attacks and North Korean munitions drive up the civilian toll in Ukraine. Trump is set to announce new sanctions, possibly including seizure of $5 billion in Russian assets. U.S. aid continues despite Pentagon concerns over depleted stockpiles. Tensions With Australia Grow Over War Readiness Against China Joint military drills in the Pacific highlight allied coordination, but behind closed doors, U.S. officials question Australia's commitment to fighting China. Bryan supports asking tough questions before war breaks out, not after. Iran-Backed Youth Gangs in Sweden Offer Chilling 9/11 Warning Iranian agents recruit criminal gangs and underage migrants in Europe for targeted killings. Bryan warns this cheap sabotage method—using expendable proxies—could be replicated inside the U.S., especially with millions of unvetted migrants and growing political instability. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." – John 8:32

This is the first of a two part interview. The second part will be published tomorrow, Tuesday, July 15.Watch Call me Back on YouTube: youtube.com/@CallMeBackPodcastCheck out Ark Media's other podcasts: For Heaven's Sake: lnk.to/rfGlrA‘What's Your Number?': lnk.to/rbGlvMFor sponsorship inquiries, please contact: callmeback@arkmedia.orgTo contact us, sign up for updates, and access transcripts, visit: arkmedia.org/Ark Media on Instagram: instagram.com/arkmediaorgDan on X: x.com/dansenorDan on Instagram: instagram.com/dansenorTo order Dan Senor & Saul Singer's book, The Genius of Israel: tinyurl.com/bdeyjsdnToday's Episode: A few days ago, Prime Minister Netanyahu and his Israeli delegation, which included Minister of Strategic Affairs Ron Dermer, concluded their trip to Washington D.C., where they met with President Donald Trump and other senior American officials. The visit came just a few weeks after the historic military success on behalf of Israel and the U.S. against the Iranian regime. Following these stunning achievements, there has been talk of future normalization with certain Arab states and the potential for a hostage-ceasefire deal in the near future. Minister Dermer has been at the forefront of all these issues. In a conversation divided into two episodes, he and Dan discuss Israel's standing globally and in the Middle East after the war with Iran, the future of Gaza, the hostages, and where the country is heading internally.  CREDITS:ILAN BENATAR - Producer & EditorMARTIN HUERGO - Sound EditorMARIANGELES BURGOS - Additional EditingMAYA RACKOFF - Operations DirectorGABE SILVERSTEIN - ResearchYUVAL SEMO - Music Composer

This intense monologue explores a sweeping theory that China is waging a hidden war against the United States and its allies by using Iran and the Houthis as proxies. The speaker details how China allegedly manipulates trade routes, assists attacks on Western naval forces, and attempts to assassinate populist leaders in Europe to protect its Belt and Road ambitions. It also claims China has infiltrated the Iranian nuclear program, weaponized economic leverage through tariffs, and is orchestrating violence against U.S. immigration enforcement. The transcript ends with fierce criticism of Democratic politicians and an urgent call to recognize this as a form of guerrilla warfare already underway.

A federal judge says ICE has been racially profiling people it detains at raids in California. And a second judge says the LAPD has been targeting journalists at anti-ICE protests.  Lawmakers toured the high-security immigration detention center called Alligator Alcatraz, where conditions differ depending on who you ask. The Miami Herald reports over 250 detainees have no criminal record. People who heavily rely on AI have brains that are less active and less original, according to new research.  LA-based Caltex Records represents most mainstream Iranian music released since the 1950s. A 25-year-old Iranian immigrant founded it after the 1979 revolution.

Iran says Israel will not go unpunished after confirming an Israeli strike injured the Iranian president; Iranian government adviser posts image of nuclear mushroom clouds over Israel;; Israel keeps up military pressure on Hamas amid ongoing ceasefir

Show Notes Episode 499.5: “Was It Something We Said?” Part 1 of Summer Series 2025 This week Host Dave Bledsoe attempts to convince the other barflies to stage a coup against the bartender and take over the bar for themselves. (Turns out three old drunks against one bartender lose every time.) On the show this week we kick off Summer Series 2025 “You Can Have A LIttle War, As A Treat” with the prelude of all the little wars, the Iran Hostage Crisis. Along the way we discover that Dave is not one to hold a grudge. (A lot of time he can't remember why he was even mad, mostly because he blacked out. Again.) Then we dive into the long history of Iran, from the Persian Empire to the Islamic Republic.  We discover that Iranians have some pretty good reasons for not liking America. (Sorry about that coup thing) Then we dip into how a deposed king dying of cancer led to Ronald Reagan getting elected and four decades of increasingly bad relations with Iran.  FInally we draw a tenuous connection between Iran and the topic of our Summer Series. Our Sponsor this week is The Special Relationship, even when it is a really bad idea, we stand together.  We open our show with news coverage of the storming of the US Embassy in Tehran and close Vince Vance offering foreign policy advice. Show Theme: Hypnostate Prelude to Common Sense The Show on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/whatthehellpodcast.bsky.social The Show on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whatthehellpodcast/ The Show on Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjxP5ywpZ-O7qu_MFkLXQUQ The Show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatthehellwereyouthinkingpod/ Our Discord Server: https://discord.gg/kHmmrjptrq Our Website: https://www.whatthehellpodcast.com Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/Whatthehellpodcast The Show Line: 347 687 9601 Closing Music: https://youtu.be/O_LmLlh_bS4?si=SaOatHy7sjujSJ0k Buy Our Stuff: https://www.seltzerkings.com/shop Citations Needed: Nothing new in the world https://web.archive.org/web/20040915080838/http://www.atimes.com/atimes/Middle_East/FI15Ak03.html The Reason Iran Turned Out to Be So Repressive https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2022/10/iran-mahsa-amini-protests-islam-ayatollah-ruhollah-khomeini/671624/ Wikipedia Mohammad Reza Pahlavi https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mohammad_Reza_Pahlavi The Iran Hostage Crisis https://prologue.blogs.archives.gov/2021/11/29/the-iran-hostage-crisis/ Jimmy Carter and the Iran Hostage Crisis https://billofrightsinstitute.org/essays/jimmy-carter-and-the-iran-hostage-crisis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Iranian Ambassador to Kenya Dr. Ali Gholampour ON #DriveInn with Chiko and Fellaris by Capital FM

Iranian missiles canceled the Port Chef Festival at the Tel Aviv Port, but the culinary event returns tonight and will last ten days with original dishes in collaboration between the port's restaurants and leading chefs from all across the country. The chefs will be preparing some 50 original dishes, some of them also available as take away for just 45 shekels. Some of the chefs include Uri “Buri” Jeremias, Michal Epstein and many more. One chef, Thomas Youell, will be creating his dishes at Agadir Burger. Reporter Arieh O’Sullivan spoke with him earlier about the event. (photo: courtesy) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if the truth was more dangerous than the lies? In this explosive episode of the Awake & Winning Podcast, Kaylor sits down with Sam Cooper, one of Canada's most fearless investigative journalists and founder of The Bureau.News. Known for uncovering Chinese Communist Party interference and exposing underground criminal networks embedded in Canada's real estate market, Sam shares his personal awakening, the philosophy that drives his relentless pursuit of truth, and what the mainstream media won't say about COVID, China, and Iran. From covert global alliances to media manipulation and political deception, this episode is a masterclass in understanding the layers of truth—no matter how inconvenient. Strap in for a conversation that pulls no punches and dares to name what others won't.     Episode Highlights: truth vs facts, investigative journalism, CCP interference, organized crime, real estate laundering, media bias, COVID origin, lab leak theory, Mark Carney, Canada politics, U.S. foreign policy, Iranian regime       Takeaways: The difference between facts and truth—and why it matters How Sam's philosophical upbringing shaped his work Why the media struggles with objectivity in a clickbait world The COVID lab leak theory and political cover-ups How China, Iran, and cartels are infiltrating North America Mark Carney's globalist playbook and surprising military moves Why “freedom isn't free” is more relevant than ever If this episode lit a fire under you, don't keep it to yourself. Screenshot it, throw it up on Instagram, and tag @thekaylorbetts or @awakeandwinning so we can share the love. And hey, if you're vibing with the show, take 30 seconds to drop us a 5-star review, it helps us reach more freedom-loving legends like you. _____________________________   RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:   X | https://x.com/scoopercooper  Substack | https://www.thebureau.news/ _____________________________   SPONSORS: Truly Tallow | https://www.trulytallow.com/ Use code “SUNNYBALLS10” at checkout for 10% off your order   Korrect | http://korrectlife.com/winning Use the link to get 15% off on ALL Korrect products  _____________________________   IMPORTANT UPDATES:   Check out the Awake & Winning Website | https://awakeandwinning.com/ Join the Awake & Winning Life AW-cademy | https://theawlife.com/ Join the Awake & Winning Business AW-cademy | https://theawbiz.com Follow Kaylor on Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/thekaylorbetts/ Follow Awake & Winning on Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/awakeandwinning/  Join Kaylor's Newsletter | https://awakeandwinning.lpages.co/optin/    _____________________________  

AFIO Now presents a special episode with Norman Roule, former National Intelligence Manager, ODNI; former Division Chief, CIA Operations Officer, Chief of Station. In this AFIO Special Edition episode Norm Roule and Jim Hughes discuss recent attacks by US and Israel on Iran. Questions covered: Imagine the Supreme Leader is meeting with his inner security circle. What are their priorities at this moment? Are they achievable? And what weapons of the regime still have at its disposal? If things were starting to come apart in Iran, what are some of the highlights that we should look for? What are some of the indicators? What does a 12 day war mean for the region? What are senior regional leaders saying both publicly and privately? Are other Gulf countries - Qatar, the Emirates, the Saudis, the Omanis, the Kuwaitis, the Gulf Cooperation Council - pleased with the attacks? They now can raise the issue that the Chinese are selling ammonium percolate to the Iranians, which the Iranians are giving to the Houthis and the Houthi. And then using against everyone in the region and the world's economy itself. Does the Iranian nuclear enrichment program still exist in any form? Will the IAEA be allowed in or does it become a bargaining chip in long, drawn out negotiations? What does a diminished Iran mean for the region? There's been a lot of talk about realignment. Is that likely to happen and what can Iran try to do to counter that? Interview of Monday, 1 July 2025. Interviewed by AFIO President, James Hughes. 

In this episode of the Contested Ground podcast, hosts Phil Tarrant and Major General (Ret'd) Dr Marcus Thompson explore Australia's readiness to meet its military needs and examine the country's role amid a rapidly changing global landscape. They kick things off with a discussion on Commonwealth funding, before exploring the AUKUS agreement and whether its long-term success is at risk, especially in the context of political volatility in the US. Turning their attention to the Middle East, they unpack recent strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, Israel's evolving strategy, and what it all means for Western unity. The episode wraps up with a reflection on Australia's waning strategic influence and how generational change in Washington could challenge the long-standing Australia–US alliance. Enjoy the podcast, The Contested Ground team

In this episode of God on the Move, Mehran shares his compelling story of leaving Iran and converting to Christianity. Growing up in a devout Muslim family, Mehran faced numerous questions about his faith and Islamic practices, leading him to ultimately abandon Islam. His journey involved fleeing Iran, facing hardships as a refugee, and encountering Christ. Mehran recounts how an American missionary introduced him to the Bible in his native Farsi, igniting his passion for Christianity. Now a pastor in London, Mehran has baptized 100 people and continues to preach the gospel.   

MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas reports on Donald Trump's cover up of a successful Iranian strike of the US Military Base in Qatar finally being exposed. Go to https://Ground.News/MTN to cut through misinformation, critically analyze the news shaping our lives and hold the media accountable. Save 40% off unlimited access to Ground News with my link or scan the QR code on screen. Visit https://meidasplus.com for more! Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network Podcasts: MeidasTouch: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/meidastouch-podcast Legal AF: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/legal-af MissTrial: https://meidasnews.com/tag/miss-trial The PoliticsGirl Podcast: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-politicsgirl-podcast The Influence Continuum: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-influence-continuum-with-dr-steven-hassan Mea Culpa with Michael Cohen: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/mea-culpa-with-michael-cohen The Weekend Show: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-weekend-show Burn the Boats: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/burn-the-boats Majority 54: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/majority-54 Political Beatdown: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/political-beatdown On Democracy with FP Wellman: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/on-democracy-with-fpwellman Uncovered: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/maga-uncovered Coalition of the Sane: https://meidasnews.com/tag/coalition-of-the-sane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Neda was born in Iran to a Muslim family. She grew up as a Muslim and married a well-known Iranian athlete. But their marriage was on the rocks. At 22, feeling broken and empty, Neda called out to Allah for help. But she found no solace, and grew angry and disillusioned with a god that refused to answer her prayers. As Neda's heart continued searching, God supernaturally told a family member living in the Netherlands to go back to Iran and share the gospel of Jesus. Neda came to faith in Christ through her relative's witness and her life was radically transformed. Her husband, surprised and amazed by the change he saw in her, placed his trust in Jesus too. God faithfully restored their marriage and called them to ministry. Neda drew strength from the stories of other persecuted Christians. She read a story in a book from The Voice of the Martyrs (VOM) about a girl who was assaulted and became pregnant. Yet she responded with remarkable faith by entrusting everything, even her body, to God. God used this story to teach Neda about the importance of obedience and sacrifice despite fear of persecution and threats of imprisonment and violence. Over the next thirteen years, Neda and her husband faced increasing persecution from the Islamic government. In one incident, officials raided their home and threatened her husband at gunpoint. She and her husband ultimately decided to leave Iran, yet they continue to serve from abroad through Iran Alive Ministries. Neda encourages every Christian to lay down their own desires and fully surrender to God's will—even when it means taking up their cross and enduring suffering and persecution. She also shares specific ways to pray for Christians in Iran during the current turmoil there. The VOM App for your smartphone or tablet will help you pray daily for persecuted Christians—in Iran and other nations—throughout the year, as well as provide free access to e-books, audiobooks, video content and feature films. Download the VOM App for your iOS or Android device today.

Rachael Williams of IntoAllTruth and the Tribe of Levi joins us for a chat about the biblical truth that is not talked about the African diaspora and where the real land lots are. We talk about Revelation, Ethiopian scriptures, Hebraic principles, Jubilees, the Hereford map and Canaan stealing Shems lot. Musk and Mandela are Canaan...   We look at the maps and talk about the 3 towers of Babel, the gate of heaven and their own mythology. The Ark of the Covenant, and the end of the earth are also discussed. Genesis and Israel, America and Japheth, Iranians and WW3 kicking off the next major conflict, Trump is Gog and Magog, and Zero Shadow Noon. Where is this? It's a seed thing not a skin colour thing. The Wolf jumping over the Lamb.   True African Diaspora is Israelite History based on bible. Yah's eternal power, Torah Teachings, Prophecy @intoalltruth YouTube https://www.intoalltruth.net/   To gain access to the second half of show and our Plus feed for audio and podcast please clink the link http://www.grimericaoutlawed.ca/support.   For second half of video (when applicable and audio) go to our Substack and Subscribe. https://grimericaoutlawed.substack.com/ or to our Locals  https://grimericaoutlawed.locals.com/ or Rokfin www.Rokfin.com/Grimerica Patreon https://www.patreon.com/grimericaoutlawed   Support the show directly: https://grimericacbd.com/ CBD / THC Tinctures and Gummies https://grimerica.ca/support-2/ Eh-List Podcast and site: https://eh-list.ca/ Eh-List YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheEh-List Our Adultbrain Audiobook Podcast and Website: www.adultbrain.ca Our Audiobook Youtube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/@adultbrainaudiobookpublishing/videos Darren's book www.acanadianshame.ca Check out our next trip/conference/meetup - Contact at the Cabin www.contactatthecabin.com Other affiliated shows: www.grimerica.ca The OG Grimerica Show www.Rokfin.com/Grimerica Our channel on free speech Rokfin Join the chat / hangout with a bunch of fellow Grimericans  Https://t.me.grimerica https://www.guilded.gg/chat/b7af7266-771d-427f-978c-872a7962a6c2?messageId=c1e1c7cd-c6e9-4eaf-abc9-e6ec0be89ff3   Leave a review on iTunes and/or Stitcher: https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/grimerica-outlawed http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/grimerica-outlawed Sign up for our newsletter http://www.grimerica.ca/news SPAM Graham = and send him your synchronicities, feedback, strange experiences and psychedelic trip reports!! graham@grimerica.com InstaGRAM https://www.instagram.com/the_grimerica_show_podcast/  Purchase swag, with partial proceeds donated to the show www.grimerica.ca/swag Send us a postcard or letter http://www.grimerica.ca/contact/ ART - Napolean Duheme's site http://www.lostbreadcomic.com/  MUSIC Tru Northperception, Felix's Site sirfelix.bandcamp.com 

In this episode of Podgap, Hanieh and Mohsen dive into the topic of inappropriate and unpleasant social behaviors, both in real life and in virtual spaces. Through relatable examples and traditional Persian proverbs, they explore how certain actions—often overlooked—can impact others and reflect our personal values.Whether you're learning Persian or simply curious about social norms and cultural values in Iranian society, this episode offers practical insights and engaging conversations.

The Month of Action fights back as Chuck Norris returns to B-ACTION in The Hitman! (No, not THAT Hitman. The 1991 one!) Italians, French Canadians, and Iranians battle for territory in the dark underground of Seattle. Grogan tries to trap them all as an undercover cop. But an old nemesis is out to take advantage of the chaos! Brutal violence, badass dialogue, and a dark noir theme get balanced by a wholesome story. Dustin's excited for an upgrade over last week and Mickey speculates this as a prequel to Walker: Texas Ranger…Charlie is just happy to share an underrated gem!   Don't just watch Action, B-Action!!! 

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:    First—an Israeli intelligence assessment has reportedly concluded that some of Iran's underground stockpile of near-weapons-grade enriched uranium survived last month's bombing campaign by the US. We'll have the details. Later in the show—President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu both say they are “very close” to securing a ceasefire in Gaza, as Hamas tentatively agrees to release 10 hostages as part of the talks. But key sticking points remain, and Israeli officials caution there's no guarantee of a breakthrough. Plus—the UK and France agree to a first-ever nuclear weapons pact, which would see Europe's only two nuclear powers coordinate their atomic arsenals if the continent is threatened. In our 'Back of the Brief—an Iranian fundraiser to kill Donald Trump has reportedly raised more than $40 million dollars following a fatwa issued by Iranian clerics calling for the president's death. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief.   YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief Ridge Wallet: Upgrade your wallet today! Get 10% Off @Ridge with code PDB at https://www.Ridge.com/PDB #Ridgepod Kikoff: Build credit fast and get your first month for just a dollar at https://GetKikoff.com/mike today. Thanks to Kikoff for sponsoring us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On In The Market with Janet Parshall this week we celebrated some very important victories for home schooling parents and their children and lengthened your prayer lists on some other battles that are still being waged against them. We also joined a high respected statistician and expert on the “real numbers” of life and faith in America today to take a close look at what his most recent survey has to say about how many Americans subscribe to a biblical worldview and how many do not across all 50 states. What he discovered and shared with us has a direct impact on how we engage with friends, family and co-workers who have yet to come to know Christ. Our favorite friend of the Iranian people joined us once again for an update on how the tensions in that part of the world are playing out the street-level lives of regular Iranians, why so many are hungering for spiritual freedom and are open like never before to the message of the gospel. Science has created ethical concerns that we have never been confronted with before and that’s why we turned once again to a friend of the program who has his finger constantly on the pulse of this very important issue to keep us updated on what is going on and how it is impacting and influencing thoughts and behaviors of people who impact our live in sometimes imperceptible but always impactful ways. He shared the powerful story of a brain-dead mother whose body was kept alive in order to fulfill her wish and have her baby be delivered. Some have related this to the abortion issue. Our guest brought clarity to the matter. He also addressed the ethics breaking efforts of China as it pushes the homosexual agenda by making it possible for two male mice to “conceive” and give birth. Determining your own destiny, that idea sounds so good to our human, fallen selves doesn’t it? And we hear it all around us from self-help books to the media that we consume. But it is an old and ancient thought and behind its shiny progressive cover it hides deep and life impacting deception. Our guest, a highly respected apologist exposed these lies of progressive Christianity and reminded us once again in Whom our true freedom can only be found. We live in a modern society that is starving for purpose and meaning. People are turning to all sorts of promises and claims from snake oil salesmen in the marketplace of ideas who promise so much but deliver nothing of permanence or substance. Our guest helped us understand why these various pitches and promises continue to fail and how they have been used to pull our society off course from where it should be. He explained how getting a better grip on the confusion of our times will help us better understand the need and practice of biblically grounded spiritual disciplines in all of our lives. As we finish out another week, we invite you once again to join us in our radio classroom as our favorite husband and wife team continue teaching us how to discern truth from trickery by using the unbending truth of God’s word as our guide.Become a Parshall Partner: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/inthemarket/partnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Iranian leaders really did seek to get Trump assassinated and they continue to try.

Please stay safe and healthy! If you can afford it and love what we do, please consider supporting our show by becoming a BTT Podcast Patreon Member! Also, purchase a BTT Podcast t-shirt or two from our Pro Wrestling Tees Store!  USE THIS LINK TO GIFT SOMEONE A PATREON MEMBERSHIP OR HAVE SOMEONE GIFT YOU A MEMBERSHIP! https://www.patreon.com/BookingTheTerritory/gift  This week's Time Stamps for our WCW Saturday Night on TBS recap from Dec 11, 1993 review are as follows (NOTE: This was recorded 6/24/2025): HOW TO GIVE OR GIFT A PATREON MEMBERSHIP: https://www.patreon.com/BookingTheTerritory/gift   Opening Shenanigans! Geopolitical Harper Strikes? And more! ( 0:02:00 )  Would we go to Saudi Arabia if we were a WWE talent and Geopolitical Religious Harper strikes! What's that gotta do with Transformers though? ( 0:05:12 )  A Bucees story and Harper trolling on Facebook again related to an Iranian being arrested in Mississippi. ( 0:09:10 )  Back to would we go to Saudia Arabia if we were a WWE talent? ( 0:11:16 )  Doc brings back the Doc-A-Holic spotlight of the week! ( 0:13:34 )  If you want access to the Clashes or WCW PPVs, and over 400 Patreon show, become a patreon member at https://www.patreon.com/BookingTheTerritory or tinyurl.com/PatreonBTT! You can sign up monthly or annual. When signing up for an annual plan you get a MONTH FREE! ( 0:21:11 )  Apple Podcast and PodcastAddict 5 star review shoutout! Submit one and we will shout you out on air.  WCW Saturday Night on TBS Dec 11, 1993 recap. ( 0:22:06 )  Dman's take on Golberg and Gunther before the match. ( 0:27:34 )  Booker sets the stage for winning the Rolex later in the show. ( 0:29:55 )  Harper wants to know if we saw the post about Flair pooping himself at the bar? ( 0:32:04 )  WCW Saturday Night on TBS Dec 11, 1993 recap continues. ( 0:33:12 )  This week's WCW Amateur Challenge! ( 0:36:14 )  WCW Saturday Night on TBS Dec 11, 1993 recap continues. ( 0:39:43 )  Thunder and Lightning are here? ( 0:49:59 )  WCW Saturday Night on TBS Dec 11, 1993 recap continues. ( 0:52:15 )  We apologize for your annoyance but The Assasssin's mask continues to get worse! ( 0:58:13 )  WCW Saturday Night on TBS Dec 11, 1993 recap continues. ( 1:05:46 )  Harper and Doc get distracted by the lovely ladies in the crowd. ( 1:12:47 )  WCW Saturday Night on TBS Dec 11, 1993 recap continues. ( 1:15:38 )  Booker T aka Kole shows why he is Rolex worthy vs Ric Flair in the Main Event! ( 1:25:43 )  Who gets the Rolex and/or Toot Toot award? And become a BTT Patreon member! Don't forget to become a BTT Patreon member at https://www.patreon.com/BookingTheTerritory ( 1:37:42 ) Harper and Doc have a problem giving this show a proper rating because Booker T was in the main event. ( 1:40:32 )  Watts tells Harper and Doc where they can stick their opinion of Booker's match! ( 1:44:18 ) Harper lays out what it will take to do Ask Harper segments on the main show! Paypal him $5 per question. Harper's PayPal is, get your pen and paper out, cc30388cc@yahoo.com . Then email Harper ( ChrisHarper16Wildkat@gmail.com ) and Mike ( BookingTheTerritory@gmail.com ) letting them know you submitted $5 to Harper's paypal and he will answer your question on an upcoming show.  Information on Harper's Video Shoutout, Life and Relationship.  1. First things first, email Harper with the details of what you want in your video shoutout or who the shoutout is too. His email address is ChrisHarper16Wildkat@gmail.com . Also in that email tell him what your paypal address is. 2. Paypal him $20. Harper's PayPal is, get your pen and paper out, cc30388cc@yahoo.com .  3. Harper will then send you the video to the email address that you emailed him from requesting your video shoutout. That's it! Don't email the show email address. Email Harper. If you missed any of those directions, hit rewind and listen again. BTT Facebook Group! (WARNING: Join at your own risk) https://www.facebook.com/groups/281458405926389/ Pay Pal: https://www.paypal.me/BTTPod Follow us on Twitter @BTT_Podcast, @Mike504Saints, @CJHWhoDat and Like us on Facebook.  Follow us on blue sky or whatever its called: Mudshow Mike and BTT Podcast

This powerful segment uncovers two converging scandals shaking public trust. First, new reports allege the CIA intervened to protect Jeffrey Epstein's secret client list, shielding powerful figures from accountability. Meanwhile, Iran has reportedly threatened Donald Trump yet again, with credible claims that Iranian missiles and kill teams have breached U.S. borders. Despite this, Secret Service leadership promoted key supervisors who oversaw the failed rally security plan, sparking outrage and fears of deliberate negligence. Drawing on investigative reporting and intelligence sources, this exposé asks: Is America's ruling class actively protecting predators and leaving political enemies vulnerable?

These back-to-back broadcasts lay out a sweeping indictment of what the host describes as the Democratic Party's embrace of radicalism and rising political violence. The first segment dissects the candidacy of a self-described Marxist running for mayor of New York, whose platform includes abolishing police, seizing property, and hostility toward Israel—accusations of antisemitism included. The second segment shifts to alarming revelations about Iranian assassination plots targeting Donald Trump, the infiltration of U.S. borders by missiles, and the apparent failures—and promotions—within the Secret Service. Together, these reports paint a picture of a nation drifting toward chaos, where extremist ideologies flourish and security institutions allegedly fail to protect their most high-profile target.

This explosive commentary exposes alarming claims about former President Trump's security. As Iran reportedly threatens Trump for the third time, credible sources allege Iranian missiles have been smuggled into the U.S., while Secret Service leadership promoted supervisors responsible for lax security at a previous rally. Drawing from investigative reporting by the Wall Street Journal, RealClearPolitics, and intelligence insiders, the host argues these developments signal a chilling “invitation” to assassinate Trump. This episode breaks down the timing of the threats, the internal dysfunction and alleged cover-ups within the Secret Service, and the broader implications for national security and political accountability.

In this fiery commentary, the host exposes what he calls the radical drift of the Democratic Party, highlighting the rise of openly Marxist candidates advocating the abolition of police, the confiscation of property, and alleged antisemitic rhetoric. He connects these developments to escalating threats against Donald Trump, including Iranian fatwas and reports of missile smuggling across the U.S. border. Drawing on investigative reports and insider accounts, he warns that complacency in the Secret Service and the promotion of compromised supervisors is endangering Trump's life. This urgent monologue argues that the current political climate—tolerant of extremism and hostile to dissent—could have deadly consequences.

In this riveting Friday call-in show, listeners unpack some of the week's most disturbing stories. A former Air Force fighter pilot warns that shoulder-fired MANPADS missiles, reportedly smuggled into the U.S. by Iran, could easily target undefended civilian airliners—explaining why Trump relied on decoy planes. The conversation expands to Iran's global assassination plots against right-wing leaders in Europe. Then, a caller delivers a chilling theory: that Epstein and Maxwell were intelligence assets whose sex-trafficking network served as leverage for U.S. geopolitical goals—and that undocumented children are now the untraceable currency replacing their operation. As hosts and callers grapple with these allegations, the segment underscores rising fears that clandestine forces and foreign threats are eroding America's security from within.

How do authoritarian regimes survive decade after decade? In this episode of Roqe, Jian Ghomeshi breaks down the “7 Rules of Modern Dictatorship” — and how Ayatollah Khamenei continues to cling to power in Iran despite global outrage, economic hardship, and internal dissent. Then, acclaimed psychologist and author Dr. Fathali Moghaddam joins Jian from Washington, D.C. to share his latest insights on dictatorship, mass psychology, and collective irrationality. Together, they examine why the Islamic Republic remains in place, how global politics enable tyranny, and what Iranians — inside and outside the country — can do to shift the future. —

Uzair talks to Dr. Neda Bolourchi about the recent Israel-Iran-US conflict and its key takeaways. We also talked about whether the Iranian government is secure, the chances of diplomacy working, and Iran's future role in the Middle East. Dr. Neda Bolourchi is an interdisciplinary Middle East scholar and Associate Director of the Center for Middle Eastern Studies at Rutgers-New Brunswick. Her work includes international and comparative human rights legal analysis and foreign policy studies. Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 3:00 Key takeaways 16:50 Is the Iranian regime secure? 24:45 Understand regime politics 31:05 Iran's future in the Middle East 38:15 Reading recommendations Book Recommendations: - Total Defense: The New Deal and the Invention of National Security by Andrew Preston - Opera as Drama by Joseph Kerman - Boom Town: The Fantastical Saga of Oklahoma City, Its Chaotic Founding... Its Purloined Basketball Team, and the Dream of Becoming a World-class Metropolis by Sam Anderson

Today on Speaking Out of Place we have a special episode on the war in Iran. Scholars and activists Persis Karim and Manijeh Moradian discuss both the Iranian national issues involved as well as the regional context, connecting this war with the genocide in Gaza and Israel's extensive wars elsewhere. At stake is both Iranian sovereignty and the calls for so-called “regime change.” We question the use of that term, delve into how the struggle for liberation in Iran rejects both the repressive Islamic state and the US/Israeli war machine.  Our discussion draws the frightening parallels between Iran's stifling of dissent and imprisonment of political enemies and others with our own government's.  Finally, we recall the Woman, Life, Freedom movement and build hope for international solidarity with groups working for liberation in Iran, Palestine, and elsewhere, and insist liberation will never be achieved by dropping bombs.                Persis Karim teaches in the Department of Humanities and Comparative and World Literature at San Francisco State University. She was the creator and director of the Center for Iranian Diaspora Studies during its entire existence there. Since 1999, she has been actively working to expand the field of Iranian Diaspora Studies, beginning with the first anthology of Iranian writing she co-edited, A World Between: Poems, Short Stories and Essays by Iranian-Americans. She is the editor of two other anthologies of Iranian diaspora literature: Let Me Tell You Where I've Been: New Writing by Women of the Iranian Diaspora, and Tremors: New Fiction by Iranian-American Writers. Before coming to San Francisco State, she was a professor of English & Comparative Literature at San Jose State where she was the founder and director of the Persian Studies program, and coordinator of the Middle East Studies Minor. She has published numerous articles about Iranian diaspora literature and culture for academic publications including Iranian Studies, Comparative Studies of South Asian, African and Middle East Studies (CSSAMES), and MELUS: Multi-Ethnic Literatures of the United States. “The Dawn is Too Far: Stories of Iranian-American Life,” is her first film project (co-directed and co-produced with Soumyaa Behrens). She received her Master's in Middle East Studies and her Ph.D. in Comparative Literature from UT Austin. She is also a poet.Manijeh Moradian is assistant professor of Women's, Gender and Sexuality Studies at Barnard College, Columbia University. Her book, This Flame Within: Iranian Revolutionaries in the United States, was published by Duke University Press in December 2022.  She has published widely including in American Quarterly, Journal of Asian American Studies, Scholar & Feminist online, and Women's Studies Quarterly. She is a founding member of the Raha Iranian Feminist Collective and on the editorial board of the Jadaliyya.com Iran Page. 

Have no fear! Lizz and Moji are BACK this week and bringing you a big beautiful breakdown of all the ways the Big Bullshit Bill is coming for our abortion rights, even when abortion isn't explicitly mentioned… because why not be as sneaky as possible, amirite? AND we spill the tea on this week's crop of anti-abortion schemes to ruin our reproductive lives.  GUEST ROLL CALL!FBK bestie Pamela Merritt, Executive Director of Medical Students for Choice, is in the house to talk about what demonizing DEI and closing rural hospitals means for med students and overall healthcare disparities. Spoiler alert: it ain't great. PLUS!! Here to lift our pro-abort spirits is none other than Iranian and Muslim political comedian and host of the Fake The Nation pod, Negin Farsad!! She yaps with us on what brings her joy, staying positive, and fighting TF back. You won't want to miss Negin lay out exactly what's got her boob sweat boiling these days! Scared? Got questions about the continued assault on your reproductive rights? THE FBK LINES ARE OPEN! Just call or text (201) 574-7402, leave your questions or concerns, and Lizz and Moji will pick a few to address on the pod! Times are heavy, but knowledge is power, y'all. We gotchu.  SAVE THE DATE: OPERATION SAVE ABORTION: Sign up for virtual 2025 OSA workshop on August 9th! You can still join the 10,000+ womb warriors fighting the patriarchy by listening to our past Operation Save Abortion pod series and Mifepristone Panel by clicking HERE for episodes, your toolkit, marching orders, and more. HOSTS:Lizz Winstead IG: @LizzWinstead Bluesky: @LizzWinstead.bsky.socialMoji Alawode-El IG: @Mojilocks Bluesky: @Mojilocks.bsky.social SPECIAL GUESTS:Pamela Merritt IG/Threads: @PamelaMerritt_Sharkfu Bluesky: @Sharkfu.bsky.social Substack: @SharkfuNegin Farsad IG/TikTok/Patreon/Youtube: @NeginFarsad Bluesky: ‪@NeginFarsad.bsky.social‬ GUEST LINKS:Medical Students for Choice Website IG/TikTok: @MSFChoice Bluesky: @MSFChoice.bsky.social‬DONATE: Medical Students for ChoiceNegin Farsad WebsiteNegin Farsad LinktreeREAD: Negin's Column in The Progressive MagazinePODCAST: Fake the Nation NEWS DUMP:Texas Court Overturns Biden Administration's Expansion of Abortion PrivacyMan Goes in for a Vasectomy & This Is the Pamphlet He's GivenNew Book Confirms Trump Avoided Abortion Stance Because He Knew He'd LoseWith Trump's “One Big Beautiful Bill,” Congress Traded Your Pap Smear for a Billionaire's Tax BreakJudge Temporarily Blocks Trump Administration From Enforcing Funding Ban Against Planned ParenthoodExplaining Cost-Sharing Reductions and Silver Loading in ACA MarketplacesLISTEN: FBK Episode on Medina v Planned Parenthood Case EPISODE LINKS:TICKETS: Netroots Nations in New Orleans (use the code “BUZZKILLS” for 10% off)SIGN UP 8/9: (VIRTUAL) Operation Save Abortion at Netroots 2025 Our Amazing Moji in Nigeria6 DEGREES: The “Wednesday” Season 2, Part 1 TrailerJack Nicholson is Anti-AbortionBUY AAF MERCH!Operation Save AbortionSIGN: Repeal the Comstock ActEMAIL your abobo questions to The Feminist BuzzkillsAAF's Abortion-Themed Rage Playlist SHOULD I BE SCARED? Text or call us with the abortion news that is scaring you: (201) 574-7402 FOLLOW US:Listen to us ~ FBK Podcast Instagram ~ @AbortionFrontBluesky ~ @AbortionFrontTikTok ~ @AbortionFrontFacebook ~ @AbortionFrontYouTube ~ @AbortionAccessFront TALK TO THE CHARLEY BOT FOR ABOBO OPTIONS & RESOURCES HERE!PATREON HERE! Support our work, get exclusive merch and more! DONATE TO AAF HERE!ACTIVIST CALENDAR HERE!VOLUNTEER WITH US HERE!ADOPT-A-CLINIC HERE!EXPOSE FAKE CLINICS HERE!GET ABOBO PILLS FROM PLAN C PILLS HERE! When BS is poppin', we pop off!

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WHAT'S GOING ON INSIDE IRAN RIGHT NOW?HEADLINE 1: The Trump administration continues to escalate its maximum pressure campaign against Iran.HEADLINE 2: Francesca Albanese got sanctioned.HEADLINE 3: Hamas tried to abduct an Israeli soldier.--FDD Executive Director Jon Schanzer delivers timely updates and expert analysis, followed by a conversation with Meir Javedanfar, an Iranian-born Israeli lecturer, author, and expert on Iranian politics. Learn more at: https://www.fdd.org/fddmorningbrief

The show opens with a discussion of the ICE raids on the pot farms in California and how the Left is choosing to attack law enforcement rather than deal with the human trafficking on the “farm” along with minors. So, I spend some time discussing how what should be a unifying issues reveals just how lost the current Democrat party truly is. Biden's Administration lost track of over 300,000 children and the Left doesn't even bat an eye. I dive into additional wins by ICE that you likely never heard about from Legacy/mainstream media. In fact, we even discuss how stories are being intentionally ignored. Then we dive into several topics, including how the Left continues to rage over the One Big Beautiful Bill, Gov. Newsom (D-CA) wants multi-family affordable housing to replace homes lost in the Palisades fires. John Brennan really does belong in prison. But, we may have to settle with letting the truth be his legacy. I do give you a little Friday fun and entertainment by a song written by a guy about the Epstein List. I said I wasn't going to bring it up again for a bit, but I never said I wouldn't let someone else comment. We do talk a bit about man-made climate change and reveal a CNN poll that shows the fear porn industry around it is slipping. These hoaxers can only cry wolf for so long before people start ignoring them. President Trump urges all Republicans to vote for the latest recission bill, which will defund NPR and PBS. Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) has already done that at the state level. Finally, we close with a comment from a legal Iranian immigrant who was confronted for wearing a Trump t-shirt. He was properly schooled. Please take a moment to rate and review the show and then share the episode on social media. You can find me on Facebook, X, Instagram, GETTR,  TRUTH Social and YouTube by searching for The Alan Sanders Show. And, consider becoming a sponsor of the show by visiting my Patreon page!!  

In this episode of STRAT, retired Marine Intelligence Officer LtCol. Hal Kempfer dives deep into the renewed threat posed by the Houthis—officially known as Ansar Allah—in Yemen. Drawing on historical, political, and strategic insights, Hal explores the group's Zaydi origins, Iranian ties, and the devastating toll of Yemen's ongoing civil war. With over 150,000 lives lost and one of the worst humanitarian crises in modern history, the Houthis continue to destabilize the region and disrupt critical global trade routes through the Red Sea. Their latest attacks—including the coordinated assaults that sank two merchant vessels—raise urgent concerns about maritime security, global shipping, and the strategic implications of potential military responses. Hal breaks down the cost-benefit calculus for regional actors, challenges of ground engagement, and internal leadership fractures within the Houthi movement. Tune in for an essential briefing on a threat that's not going away.Takeaways:· The Houthis have escalated maritime violence, targeting over 100 merchant vessels.· Their complex attacks now involve sea drones, anti-ship missiles, and coordinated assaults.· The Red Sea corridor—vital for $1 trillion in trade—is under severe threat.· Iran-backed and ideologically rooted in Zaydi Islam, the Houthis are a resilient force.· Military intervention faces serious terrain, tribal, and logistical challenges.· Leadership within the Houthi movement is contested, limiting decapitation strategy effectiveness.· Airstrikes have failed to fully degrade Houthi operational capabilities.· The global economic and security implications of continued Houthi attacks are profound and growing.#STRATPodcast #HalKempfer #MutualBroadcastingSystem #StrategicRiskAssessment #Houthis #YemenWar #RedSeaSecurity #MaritimeThreats #IranProxy #GlobalTradeCrisis #BabElMandeb #MiddleEastConflicts #AnsarAllah #NavalWarfare #TerrorismAnalysis #MilitaryIntel #SecurityBriefing #ShippingRisks #ZaydiIslam #AirstrikeLimitations

1. Allegations Regarding President Joe Biden's Health and Fitness for Office The first story centers on claims of a cover-up concerning President Biden's mental and physical health. It highlights a House Oversight Committee investigation, led by Representative James Comer, into whether Biden was mentally fit to serve. A key figure in the investigation is Dr. Kevin O'Connor, Biden’s former White House physician, who invoked the Fifth Amendment during questioning. Questions posed to Dr. O'Connor included whether he was ever told to lie about Biden’s health or believed Biden was unfit for office. He declined to answer both. The use of the White House autopen (a device used to sign documents) is cited as suspicious, with claims that Biden may not have been aware of what was being signed. The narrative suggests this could invalidate certain executive actions if Biden was incapacitated. 2. Threats Against Donald Trump and National Security Concerns The second story shifts to alleged Iranian threats against former President Donald Trump and other American figures. It references fatwas (Islamic legal rulings) calling for violence, reportedly issued by Iranian clerics. The organization United Against Nuclear Iran (UANI) is calling for sanctions against individuals and entities involved. There are concerns about Iranian sleeper cells potentially operating within the U.S., possibly entering through asylum loopholes or border security gaps. The commentary warns of the national security risks posed by these individuals, including the potential for future terrorist attacks. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the Ben Ferguson Show Podcast and Verdict with Ted Cruz Wherever You get You're Podcasts. Thanks for Listening #seanhannity #hannity #marklevin #levin #charliekirk #megynkelly #tucker #tuckercarlson #glennbeck #benshapiro #shapiro #trump #sexton #bucksexton#rushlimbaugh #limbaugh #whitehouse #senate #congress #thehouse #democrats#republicans #conservative #senator #congressman #congressmen #congresswoman #capitol #president #vicepresident #POTUS #presidentoftheunitedstatesofamerica#SCOTUS #Supremecourt #DonaldTrump #PresidentDonaldTrump #DT #TedCruz #Benferguson #Verdict #maga #presidenttrump #47 #the47morningupdate #donaldtrump #trump #news #trumpnews #Benferguson #breaking #breakingnews #morningupdateYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Tonight we started off with the Senaloa cartel caught hacking into the FBI intellegence devices and using them to track down and threaten people who may be working with them. We then talk mabout 2 Iranian spies caught in Greece and Cyprus. We then spend some time talking about the flooding in Texas, New Mexico, and North Carolina. North Korea is sending another 30,000 troops mto the Ukranian front to aid Putins regime, in exchange for newer tech. Then we finish by discussing the fact that Jeffrey Epstein's bank account still has millions of dollars being transfered through it, even years after his suicide.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/cult-of-conspiracy--5700337/support.

Paris Marx is joined by Laleh Khalili to discuss how the United States uses its control of key technologies to shift global power dynamics, and how that specifically plays out in the Middle East.Laleh Khalili is Professor of Gulf Studies at the University of Exeter and author of the forthcoming book Extractive Capitalism.Tech Won't Save Us offers a critical perspective on tech, its worldview, and wider society with the goal of inspiring people to demand better tech and a better world. Support the show on Patreon.The podcast is made in partnership with The Nation. Production is by Kyla Hewson.Also mentioned in this episode:Laleh mentions Iran's accusations towards Meta regarding WhatsApp. Tech executives are joining the US army.Laleh mentioned The Global Interior by Megan Black.Several years ago, Israel used an AI-assisted gun to kill an Iranian nuclear scientist.Support the show

In a wide-ranging broadcast, the host reports that Senate Republicans, led by John Thune, are seeking votes for a symbolic $9 billion funding cut to agencies like PBS, NPR, and USAID—citing recent revelations that USAID allegedly shipped dangerous viruses abroad. The program also discusses mounting threats against former President Trump by Iranian officials and failures within the Secret Service after multiple assassination attempts. The episode closes with an emotional account of 15-year-old Chastity Nelson, killed in South Carolina by a repeat DUI offender whose prior convictions were mishandled. A vigil overflowing two parking lots honored her life, as the community demanded accountability and reform to prevent more tragedies.

These two intense broadcasts weave together urgent national and local crises. The first transcript exposes ongoing Iranian plots to assassinate Donald Trump, failures within the Secret Service after multiple attacks, and Senate GOP efforts to slash funding for agencies like USAID over alleged bioweapons shipments to China. The second transcript tells the heartbreaking story of 15-year-old Chastity Nelson, killed by a habitual drunk driver whose prior DUIs were mishandled by the courts. Overflowing vigils honored her memory while her devastated community demanded reform. Together, these segments highlight the consequences of institutional negligence and the threats facing American leaders and families alike

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.wethefifth.comA few weeks ago, we mentioned that newly minted Iran expert Joy Reid went on CNN and provided her damning verdict on America's relationship with Iran: acktchully, she gravely intoned, the United States brought the ire of the Iranian dictatorship upon itself by engineering the 1953 coup against the “democratically elected” Iranian leader Mohammed Mossade…

The PBD Podcast reacts to Tucker Carlson's controversial interview with the Iranian president, sparking debate about “Death to America,” media responsibility, Middle East influence, and whether Tucker gave Iran a propaganda platform. The panel explores Qatar's soft power, potential foreign influence on American creators, and the danger of naïve audiences.

Patch Tuesday. An Iranian ransomware group puts a premium on U.S. and Israeli targets. Batavia spyware targets Russia's industrial sector. HHS fines a Texas Behavioral Health firm for failed risk analysis. The Anatsa banking trojan targets financial institutions in the U.S. and Canada. Hackers abuse a legitimate commercial evasion framework to package infostealer payloads. Researchers discovered malicious browser extensions infecting over 2.3 million users. Joe Carrigan, co-host on Hacking Humans discusses phishing kits targeting CFOs. Can felines frustrate algorithms? Purr-haps… Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Miss an episode? Sign-up for our daily intelligence roundup, Daily Briefing, and you'll never miss a beat. And be sure to follow CyberWire Daily on LinkedIn. CyberWire Guest Today we are joined by Joe Carrigan, a co-host of Hacking Humans, as he discusses phishing kits targeting CFOs. Selected Reading Microsoft July 2025 Patch Tuesday fixes one zero-day, 137 flaws (Bleeping Computer) SAP Patches Critical Flaws That Could Allow Remote Code Execution, Full System Takeover (SecurityWeek) CISA Releases One Industrial Control Systems Advisory (CISA) Iranian ransomware group offers bigger payouts for attacks on Israel, US (The Record) New spyware strain steals data from Russian industrial companies (The Record) Mental Health Provider Fined $225K for Lack of Risk Analysis (BankInfo Security) Anatsa mobile malware returns to victimize North American bank customers (The Record) Legitimate Shellter Pen-Testing Tool Used in Malware Attacks (SecurityWeek) Researchers Reveal 18 Malicious Chrome and Edge Extensions Disguised as Everyday Tools (Infosecurity Magazine) Cat content disturbs AI models (Computerworld) Audience Survey Complete our annual audience survey before August 31. Want to hear your company in the show? You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here's our media kit. Contact us at cyberwire@n2k.com to request more info. The CyberWire is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kenya's President William Ruto has ordered police to shoot protesters in the legs any protesters targeting businesses. The UN and human rights groups have accused the police of using excessive force during a wave of anti-government protests. Also on the programme, as Europe's top human rights court finds Russia responsible for the 2014 downing of a Malaysia Airlines flight over Ukraine, we speak to a relative of three of those killed in the crash; and how one Iranian singer fell in love with Spanish flamenco and now performs it in Farsi. (Photo: Kenya's President William Ruto in Nairobi, Kenya in 2024. REUTERS/Thomas Mukoya)

An interview with Wall Street Journal reporter Josh Dawsey, co-author of 2024: How Trump Retook the White House and the Democrats Lost America, covers Biden's decline, Trump's courtroom rage, and the political strategy behind legal delays. Also , how potent are Iranian-directed assassination crews? And, as the TSA begins phasing out its decades-old shoe removal policy, a look back on how we were very very concerned with terrorism then, and weirdly blasé about terrorism now.   And finally a  quiz sifts through the TSA's baffling baggage rules, from tamales and chapstick to harry potter wands (non-operational). 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

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