Podcasts about Panama Canal

Jenn Donahue PhD is an entrepreneur, civil engineer, author, and retired US Navy Captain whose company JL Donahue Engineering works on large scale, high profile geotechnical projects for clients ranging from PG&E and Duke Energy to the Tennessee Valley Authority and Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART). Over her military career, Jenn has built a bridge across the Euphrates River in the midst of the Iraq war, commanded an 800-personnel Battalion in Afghanistan, and constructed combat outposts in the middle of deserts filled with insurgents. Jenn has designed the seismic plans for a bridge over the Panama Canal and built roads by drilling and blasting in Ketchikan. She's the author of The Warrior Framework and the founder of Dare to Rise.

The National Security Hour with Brandon Weichert – Yon emphasized the strategic importance of maritime chokepoints such as the Danish Strait, the Strait of Hormuz, the Panama Canal, the Suez Canal, and the Strait of Malacca. These locations are not obscure geographic trivia; they are the pressure valves of the international system. If even one is blocked or militarized, the economic...

The Panama Canal links the Pacific Ocean to the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean beyond. With all that water around it, it's hard to imagine the canal running low. But that's happened several times in recent years. And it could happen more often in the decades ahead—a result of our warming climate. The canal is crucial to the global economy. For ships traveling between the east and west coasts of the United States, it cuts the journey by about 9,000 miles and many days. On average, about 35 big ships pass through it every day. But in 2023 and '24, the number was cut to as few as 24 per day. Ships were stacked up on both ends of the canal—stranded by historic drought conditions. Ships pass through a series of locks that lift them over higher ground in the middle of Panama. The locks are fed mainly by a large freshwater lake. Each passage uses tens of millions of gallons, most of which empties into the ocean. The drought was triggered in part by El Niño, which warms the eastern Pacific. It blocks rainfall over Panama, while increasing evaporation. As the climate warms, El Niño-like conditions may become more common. A recent study found that additional warming might make canal operations even tougher. And under a worst-case scenario, major droughts could become common—turning the Panama Canal into a major bottleneck. The canal's operators are planning to build a new lake to boost the water supply—hedging their bets against warmer days ahead. The post Drying Out appeared first on Marine Science Institute. The University of Texas at Austin..

Is wholesale distribution entering its most disruptive era yet?In this episode of Around the Horn in Wholesale Distribution, Kevin Brown, Tom Burton, and Mark  Gilham of Enable unpack the forces reshaping the B2B supply chain: inflation measurement debates, Federal Reserve strategy, tariff refund accounting risks, buying group consolidation, maritime trade choke points, and the growing influence of AI on distributor–manufacturer relationships. This episode explores how data-driven decision making is shifting the industry from relationship-based instinct to AI-powered commercial intelligence, and what that means for distributors, manufacturers, CFOs, and industry leaders.What You'll Learn:The difference between core inflation vs trimmed average inflation, and why the metric matters for CFO planning, pricing strategy, and capital investment decisionsHow a more flexible Federal Reserve approach impacts interest rate modeling, debt refinancing, and working capital strategy in wholesale distributionWhy tariff refunds create accounting, tax, and downstream pricing pressure, and how distributors and manufacturers should prepareThe real impact of global maritime choke points like the Strait of Hormuz, Suez Canal, Panama Canal, and South China Sea on supply chain resilienceWhy buying groups like Evergreen are consolidating, and how rebate economics drive churn and competitive pressureHow AI could disrupt traditional distributor–manufacturer relationships by prioritizing margin analytics, pricing optimization, and product substitution models over loyaltyEpisode Highlights:03:22 – Mark  Gilham explains how Enable connects manufacturers and distributors through rebate and pricing intelligence11:45 – Core inflation vs trimmed average inflation: what's the difference and why does it matter for distributors?24:41 – A Greenspan-style Fed strategy: how rate uncertainty changes business forecasting42:30 – Tariff refund accounting risks and downstream pricing pressure across the supply chain57:45 – The six global maritime choke points and why “just-in-time” models increase fragility1:00:41 – Why Evergreen shut down and what buying group consolidation means for distributors1:14:42 – Manufacturers' growing concern: will AI override decades of channel relationships?1:23:48 – “It all depends on the brief the AI has.” How AI configuration shapes profitability and channel outcomesMeet the Guest:Mark  Gilham is a former distributor CFO and now a leader at Enable, a pricing and rebate management platform focused on helping manufacturers and distributors trade more intelligently in the B2B ecosystem. His expertise bridges finance, pricing strategy, rebate optimization, and AI-driven commercial execution.Tools, Frameworks, and Strategies Mentioned:Enable Rebate Management and Pricing IntelligenceLeadSmart Enterprise Growth PlatformRevenue Expander white space analyticsPrediction market data modeling for interest rate forecastingAI-driven commercial optimization and margin normalization modelsClosing Insight:“Future decisions are not going to be made based on a relationship. They're going to be made based on what the AI model tells the distributor.”As wholesale distribution evolves, the competitive edge will belong to organizations that combine trusted relationships with structured data, commercial intelligence, and AI-ready infrastructure.Leave a Review: Help us grow by sharing your thoughts on the show.Learn more about the LeadSmart AI B2B Sales Platform: https://www.leadsmarttech.com/Join the conversation each week on LinkedIn Live.Want even more insight to the stories we discuss each week? Subscribe to the Around The Horn Newsletter.You can also hear the podcast and other excellent content on our YouTube Channel.Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or TikTok.

Panama Canal follow-up: Bret Weinstein and Michael Yon return to the subject two years later after major developments. Michael appears this time with his wife and partner, Masako Ganaha sharing their unique paradigm for understanding global patterns, historical lessons, and future predictions.Find Masako Ganaha at https://note.com/masakoganaha and on X at https://x.com/ganaha_masakoFind Michael Yon on Substack at https://michaelyon.substack.com and on X at https://x.com/Michael_Yon*****Sponsors:Dose: Ready to give your liver the support it deserves? Head to http://dosedaily.co/DARKHORSE or enter DARKHORSE to get 35% off your first subscription.Puori: Amazingly clean and safe supplements and protein powders, lab tested and guaranteed. Go to http://Puori.com/DarkHorse for 32% off grass-fed whey protein with a subscription. DarkHorse code works on all products!Vanman: Go to https://vanman.shop/darkhorse26 and use code DARKHORSE26 for 15%  off your first order.*****Join DarkHorse on Locals! Get access to our Discord server, exclusive live streams, live chats for all streams, and early access to many podcasts: https://darkhorse.locals.comCheck out the DHP store! Epic tabby, digital book burning, saddle up the dire wolves, and more: https://www.darkhorsestore.orgTheme Music: Thank you to Martin Molin of Wintergatan for providing us the rights to use their excellent music.*****Mentioned in this episode:Michael Yon Panama Canal on DarkHorse https://darkhorse.locals.com/post/5179074/bret-weinstein-with-michael-yon-in-the-panama-canalCatherine Austin Fitz on Michael Yon Substack https://michaelyon.substack.com/p/amazing-talk-masako-and-catherineTrojan Migration? The 210th Evolutionary Lens with Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bwmwxo3iMAs Zionist Forces may close Strait of Hormuz https://michaelyon.substack.com/p/zionist-forces-may-close-strait-of Dutch Farmers Canaries in the Globalist Coal Mine  Michael Yon  Eva Vlaardingerbroek https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pqHQN54XCL0 Screwworms over Texas https://michaelyon.substack.com/p/screwworms-over-texasSupport the show

For fifty years, the U.S. dollar ruled the world. Oil was priced in dollars. Global trade flowed through dollars. Entire economies depended on the American financial system. But according to an explosive new geopolitical analysis, that era may be entering its final chapter.This two-part investigative documentary uncovers the hidden economic war now unfolding between the United States and China — a battle centered not on missiles or armies, but on critical minerals, rare earth elements, artificial intelligence, semiconductors, banking infrastructure, and the future of global money itself.How did China quietly gain control over the industrial foundations of the modern world? Why does Beijing now dominate the processing of the rare earth minerals required for AI systems, electric vehicles, F-35 fighter jets, satellites, missile systems, and the global semiconductor industry? And why are U.S. officials suddenly warning that “economic security IS national security”?This documentary follows the trail from Nixon and Kissinger's 1970s petrodollar strategy to Belt and Road expansion, BRICS de-dollarization efforts, China's growing control over strategic supply chains, and Washington's dramatic new push for a critical minerals alliance. From the Panama Canal to Venezuela, from Project Vault to rare earth export restrictions, the story reveals how governments around the world are rapidly reorganizing around strategic resources and industrial power.At the center of the documentary is a terrifying possibility: that the world may be entering the early stages of a new monetary order — one no longer built solely around oil, but around minerals. Lithium. Copper. Silver. Rare earths. Semiconductors. The materials underneath artificial intelligence, defense systems, energy infrastructure, and the future global economy itself.As supply chains fracture and geopolitical tensions rise, the age of globalization may be ending. In its place, a new era is emerging — one defined by economic warfare, industrial nationalism, strategic chokepoints, and competing global blocs racing to control the technologies and resources that will shape the next century.This is not just a story about economics. It is a story about power. Who controls the future. Who controls the industrial systems underneath modern civilization. And whether the U.S. dollar can survive the most serious geopolitical challenge it has faced in generations.The old system is still standing. But beneath the surface… a new world order may already be under construction.

Send us Fan MailMy guest today is Aimie K. Runyan, author of Mademoiselle Eiffel, listed in the Visual Arts category on Art In Fiction.View the video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_JcFmRQ4PcQWhy Aimie chose to write about Claire Eiffel rather than her more famous father, and the surprising role Claire played in running Gustave's household, social life, and business from the age of 14.The wax figure of Claire at the top of the Eiffel Tower, alongside Gustave and Thomas Edison, and the historical meeting it commemorates.How clothing functions as armor and identity in the novel, particularly Claire's corset as a symbol of constraint reframed as protection in a world not built for ambitious women.The invisible female labor at the heart of the story, and what Claire sacrificed, including her art and her choice of husband, to secure her place at her father's side.The opposition to the Eiffel Tower from artists, architects, and Gustave's own friend Garnier, and what the contrast between the Opéra Garnier and the tower reveals about two competing visions of modernity.Aimie's research trips to Paris and the Musée d'Orsay archives, where the Eiffel family correspondence, party menus, and letters from admirers have been preserved since 1981.What Aimie gained by returning to the archives after the story was already written.The Panama Canal scandal, Gustave's complicated legacy, and why writing through Claire's adoring lens required Aimie to be deliberately even-handed with a man who was "no more of a villain than your average rich man used to getting his own way."The oldest daughter narrative and why Claire's story resonates today, including a frank conversation about the undervaluing of women's labor and the difference between "emotional labor" and plain old mental load.Aimie's advice to writers on research: travel if you can, use Google Earth if you can't, never hesitate to contact museum curators, and know that one good research trip can fuel three books.Reading from the scene in Portugal where 14-year-old Claire organizes a workers' dinner and earns her first public acknowledgment from her father.Read more about Aimie K. Runyan on her website: https://www.aimiekrunyan.com/Are you enjoying The Art In Fiction Podcast? Consider giving us a small donation so we can continue bringing you interviews with your favorite arts-inspired novelists.  Click this link to donate: https://ko-fi.com/artinfiction.Also, check out Art In Fiction at https://www.artinfiction.com and explore 2500+ novels inspired by the arts in 11 categories: Architecture, Dance, Decorative Arts, Film, Literature, Music, Textile Arts, Theater, Visual Arts, & Other.Want to learn more about Carol Cram, the host of The Art In Fiction Podcast? She's the author of several award-winning novels, including The Towers of Tuscany, A Woman of Note, The Muse of Fire, and The Choir. Find out more on her website....

Transpacific rates are grinding higher into peak season while the Hormuz crisis shows no sign of resolution, and a new weather risk is quietly building for the Panama Canal.In this episode, Lars Jensen and guest host Don Davis cover:NYFI spot rate momentum on Asia-US West Coast and Asia-Europe, and what futures rates suggest for the next two monthsIran's tightening grip on Strait of Hormuz traffic, including vessel seizures and a potential threat to subsea data cablesCMA CGM and Hapag-Lloyd suspending Cuba bookings following new US sanctionsA NOAA upgrade placing a 67% probability on a strong or very strong El Niño, and what that means for Panama Canal capacity heading into 2027Q1 2026 carrier results: Maersk gained market share; Hapag-Lloyd volume declined year-on-year

What was a Panama Canal cruise on Virgin Voyages REALLY like? Part 1In this episode of Talk Virgin To Me, we share our review of Virgin Voyages' first Panama Canal cruise aboard Brilliant Lady! From Miami to Los Angeles, this 16 night sailing included Cartagena, Panama Canal transit experiences, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Cabo, onboard entertainment, food reviews, excursions, and more.We break down:-Our honest thoughts on a 16 night Virgin Voyages cruise-Brilliant Lady cabin experience-Panama Canal cruise excursions-Cartagena vintage car tour review-Virgin Voyages dining & galley food-Voyagers Collection onboard challenge-Entertainment & nightlife onboard-What surprised us most about the sailing-Whether we would do this cruise againThis is Part 1, because there was a bit too much to fit into one episode

Namibia sits on the south-west coast of Africa. Below Angola, above South Africa, with Botswana to the east.Portuguese explorers first reached the coast here in the 1480s. No natural harbour, brutal surf, cold Atlantic fog, the Namib Desert running straight into the sea, little access to fresh water. They planted crosses to mark their claims, turned around and went home again, never to return.Today that coast is known as the Skeleton Coast because of shipwrecks and whale bones.Three hundred years later, having decided there was too much tropical disease in Gambia, the British looked at Namibia as a possible penal colony. They decided it was too inhumane.It was Germans and Finns who eventually settled on the coast another hundred years on.Namibia is about three and a half times the size of the UK, and yet its population is only 3 million. It is big and empty. Most of it is desert.I've got more endless expanse shots than I know what to do with. Here is just one of them. Plus a short vid shot from a hot air balloon which gives you an idea of the sheer endlessness of the place.Even in the capital city, Windhoek, there is just so much space.The only two places in the world that are less densely populated are Greenland and Mongolia. Namibia beats even Australia and Mauritania, which is mostly Sahara desert.Demographically, the country is roughly 87% black, 6% white and 5% mixed race, with the Ovambo people to the north making up about half the population. I saw a few Asians while I was there too.A country of extremesThere are still bushmen and other ancient hunter-gatherer people living as they have lived for centuries, yet other parts of the country are extremely modern. There are shopping centres to rival our own, good roads (the best in Africa, I was told), great restaurants, commercial farms and more. About half the population is urban. The national language is English, adopted after the country gained independence from South Africa in 1990, but I found that people, black and white, would as often speak amongst themselves in Afrikaans and, up north, Ovambo. On the coast German is widely spoken. (The country was a German colony from the 1880s until World War I, when South Africa, then British, invaded. Hence it has great beer.)The controlling political force is the South West Africa People's Organisation (SWAPO), which has governed since independence in 1990. SWAPO is nominally social democratic, but there are still strong liberation-era left-wing instincts, as evidenced by streets in the capital renamed after independence: Fidel Castro Street, Robert Mugabe Avenue and so on.All being said, Namibia functions well.It is a stable democracy with rule of law, an independent judiciary (the government sometimes loses cases), relatively free markets and low crime by African (and European) standards. Immigration law is tight too. Having seen the problems stemming from mass immigration into South Africa, Namibia has taken a more controlled approach.Indeed I heard repeated frustrations from mining companies trying to obtain visas for geologists and mining engineers where the local expertise either does not exist or is employed elsewhere.Official unemployment is 37%, but I heard from several different sources that the real number is above 50%. 50%! Very sad.Nominal GDP per capita sits around US$5,000, roughly double that adjusted for purchasing power, which puts it above most of sub-Saharan Africa. The World Bank classifies Namibia as a lower-middle-income country, alongside countries such as Albania, Argentina and Belize. But these numbers are misleading.The country has vast wealth through its natural resources and related industries: uranium, copper, diamonds, fishing and tourism. Spread that revenue across just 3 million people and the averages look impressive.There is also serious rural poverty.Namibia combines first-world infrastructure with third-world unemployment.The currency is pegged to the South African rand, not one I would have chosen. Official inflation sits in the 2-3% range.About 88% of the country's sovereign debt is held domestically, and there appears to be healthy demand for its bonds. The country has also recently begun a sovereign wealth fund, which is reportedly growing at an impressive 16% since 2022. The central bank has recently also implemented a gold acquisition programme. Kudos.The country has high institutional savings and one the larger stock exchanges in sub-Saharan Africa.Food is cheap, protein in particular. The country has an enormous cattle herd, almost as large as its population. Recent outbreaks of foot-and-mouth disease in neighbouring countries are therefore a cause for concern, as you can imagine. (Not my bag, but I reckon there is an opportunity exporting Namibian biltong to the UK, where it is expensive. I brought back loads). Other goods, however, can be expensive because the country relies heavily on imports.If you live in a third world country such as the UK, I urge you to own gold or silver. The pound will be further devalued, as will the euro and dollar. The bullion dealer I use and recommend is The Pure Gold Company. They deliver to the UK, the US, Canada and Europe. More here.The main industries - tourism and natural resourcesPorts are expanding. The railways are not great, though I hear they will be improved. The roads, however, are excellent, as I said. Namibia is also the world's third-largest uranium producer after Kazakhstan and Canada. Chinese interests hold majority stakes in the country's three largest uranium mines, not to mention other metals.Oil and gas have recently been discovered offshore. Shell plc is one of the pioneers.As for gold, Namibia only really became a meaningful gold player after independence, since when roughly 15 million ounces have been discovered, much of it alongside copper. Among the larger players is B2 Gold (BTO.TO), which is well known in the country. Large parts of the country remain un- or under-explored. And I think that is where a lot of the big opportuities lie.There also appear to be rare earth deposits in some abundance. Kendrik Resources (KEN.L) recently made some progress here. Solar, wind and hydrogen projects are also attracting investment tooChinese money helped build the SWAPO headquarters, and they are investing significantly in mines in the country. Of note is that the USA recently spent heavily developing their embassy. It is big. Former Trump attorney John Giordano is now ambassador, a surprisingly high -profile appointment for such a low-profile country.One theory I heard repeatedly was that, given deteriorating US relations with South Africa, Washington increasingly sees Namibia as strategically important in terms of Atlantic access, energy routes and influence in the south Atlantic. Not quite the Panama Canal or Strait of Hormuz, but it could be something of a chokepoint. Namibia feels like a country at the cusp of something.It has space, resources, energy, political stability and strategic importance.Next week I want to look in more detail at Namibia as an investment destination, particularly its mining sector, where some very interesting things may be developing.My thanks go to to Rowland Brown and Chanel Marais of Cirrus Capital for bringing me to Namibia and for organizing what was a brilliant and instructuve conference.Thank you for reading the Flying Frisby.Until next time,Dominic This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.theflyingfrisby.com/subscribe

When Panama's Supreme Court ruled that Hong Kong-based conglomerate CK Hutchison's operation of two ports on either side of the Panama Canal was unconstitutional, President Jose Raul Mulina said at the time that he wasn't too concerned about China retaliating. Now, several months later, Mulina and other Panamanian officials are becoming increasingly concerned that this is precisely what's happening after China detained dozens of Panamanian-flagged vessels or "inspections." Separately, China called on the two shipping companies, Maersk and MSC, slated to take over operations of the Panamanian ports vacated by CK Hutchison, to reconsider — insinuating there could be severe consequences if they don't comply. Pedro Armada, managing partner at Armada Risk Consulting, is following the events closely from Panama City and joins Eric to discuss the increasingly difficult position the government finds itself in between the U.S. and an increasingly assertive China.

  A closer look at how shifting trade routes and constrained transit are changing propane market dynamics in Europe and beyond.     The European propane market has begun to decouple from global price movements, lagging further behind Asia‑Pacific gains with each passing week. With around 30% of global seaborne supply removed from the market following the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz, tightening conditions might have been expected to affect all buyers. Yet, Europe has so far remained relatively insulated.     One of the key reasons for this asymmetry lies along the most important artery for eastbound flows of US product, the Panama Canal. Persistent congestion and limited transit availability continue to reshape trade routes and alter regional market balances.     Argus International LPG editor Peter Wilton is joined by associate editor Efcharis Sgourou to unpack the fundamentals driving this divergence in European propane markets and to assess what it could mean for the fuel's outlook in the months ahead.

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SCHEDULE THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, 4-30-261880 WIEN STOCK EXCHANGE1. Headline: Peru's Electoral Uncertainty and the Simmering Falklands Dispute Guest: Professor Evan EllisSummary: Professor Ellis discusses Peru's presidential election, where leftist Roberto Sanchez has unexpectedly surged into a runoff against Keiko Fujimori. The conversation also covers a leaked Pentagon memo that has reignited the Falklands/Malvinas dispute, suggesting a potential shift in US policy toward supporting Argentine claims. 12. Headline: China's Economic Coercion and the Struggle for Panama's Ports Guest: Professor Evan EllisSummary: China is applying significant economic pressure on Panama after a Chinese shipping giant was removed from port operations. The US and regional allies have issued a joint statement opposing this coercion, highlighting the broader geopolitical struggle over control of the Panama Canal and international shipping lanes. 23. Headline: Mexican Cartel Indictments and the Irony of Venezuelan Authoritarianism Guest: Professor Evan Ellis Summary: The US has taken the unprecedented step of indicting a sitting Mexican governor for cartel ties, complicating relations during USMCA negotiations. Meanwhile, in Venezuela, the US has helped remove Maduro but continues to engage with the remaining dictatorship for oil, leaving the democratic opposition marginalized. 34. Headline: Colombia's Pivotal Election: A Choice Between Far-Left and Conservative Paths Guest: Professor Evan Ellis Summary: Colombia faces a critical election with far-left candidate Ivan Cepeda leading in early polls. Professor Ellis analyzes the contest between Cepeda and conservative candidates, noting that the outcome will determine Colombia's future regarding the rule of law and its strategic relationship with the United States. 45. Headline: Japan's Energy Fragility Amid the Straits of Hormuz Crisis Guest: Lance Gatling Summary: Japanfaces extreme pressure as 95% of its energy is imported, mostly through the volatile Straits of Hormuz. Prime Minister Takichi Sai is navigating this crisis by releasing strategic reserves and managing inflation, while the Bank of Japanmaintains an independent course on interest rates. 56. Headline: Japan's Strategic Awakening and Regional Threats from China and Russia Guest: Lance GatlingSummary: The war in Ukraine has fundamentally altered Japanese strategic thinking, particularly regarding its northern borders with Russia. Japan is adopting a more hawkish stance toward China's ambitions in Taiwan while facing the logistical challenge of shifting its energy dependency from Middle Eastern crude to American alternatives. 67. Headline: The "K-Shaped" American Economy: War, AI, and Inflationary Pressures Guests: Alan Tonelson and Jim McTague Summary: Experts describe a robust but uneven American economy where defense spending and an AIinvestment bubble are stimulating manufacturing. While wealthy sectors thrive, high inflation and energy costs create a "K-shaped" recovery, raising concerns about social cohesion and the long-term sustainability of current growth. 78. Headline: The AI Revolution: Job Displacement Fears and Massive Energy Needs Guests: Alan Tonelson and Jim McTague Summary: The AI boom is driving massive investment in data centers, boosting industries like steel and cooling equipment. While some compare this to the early industrial revolution, a major constraint is the "incomprehensible" amount of energy required to power these systems, potentially putting the US at a disadvantage. 89. Headline: Justice Samuel Alito: A "Practical Originalist" Reshaping the Court Guest: John Malcolm Summary:John Malcolm reviews a biography of Justice Samuel Alito, tracing his journey from a modest background to the Supreme Court. Alito is described as a "practical originalist" who has significantly influenced the court's direction on religious liberty and constitutional interpretation through his thorough and powerful writing. 910. Headline: The Dobbs Decision Leak: Security Risks and Internal Court Tensions Guest: John MalcolmSummary: The leak of the draft Dobbs opinion created an unprecedented security crisis, leading to an assassination attempt against a justice. Sources reveal dramatic internal scenes, including Justice Breyer's urgent plea to release the decision quickly to mitigate the bullseye placed on the conservative majority. 1011. Headline: The Iran Conflict: Strategic Impasse and the Need for Allies Guest: Colonel Jeff McCauslandSummary: The US and Iran are at a total impasse, with the potential closure of the Straits of Hormuz threatening the world economy. Colonel McCausland argues that the Trump administration's "America First" approach has alienated allies whose minesweeping capabilities are essential for reopening the strategic waterway. 1112. Headline: Ukraine's Drone Mastery: Redefining Modern Warfare Against Russia Guest: Colonel Jeff McCausland Summary: Ukraine has become a global leader in drone technology, using innovative systems to neutralize Russian forces and equipment. This technological edge has forced Russia to scale back its Victory Dayparade, signaling a fundamental shift in how modern wars are fought at long distances. 1213. Headline: The Ironclad Bridge: China's Strategic Military Foothold in Serbia Guest: Ivana StradnerSummary: Serbia and China have strengthened their "ironclad friendship" through a free trade agreement and military cooperation. President Vučić is integrating Chinese-made missiles and drones into Serbia's defense, creating a security threat for NATO and providing Beijing with a critical outpost in the Western Balkans. 1314. Headline: Dismantling Free Trade: The Trump Administration's Attack on USMCA Guest: Mary Anastasia O'Grady Summary: The Trump administration is seeking to renegotiate or dismantle the USMCA, preferring protectionist tariffs over a "fortress North America" approach. Mary Anastasia O'Grady warns that these policies will increase consumer prices and damage the global competitiveness of American companies by disrupting integrated regional supply chains. 1415. Headline: Betting on War: Corruption and Insider Trading in Prediction Markets Guest: Josh RoginSummary: Massive bets on prediction markets like Polymarket have occurred minutes before major US military announcements, suggesting widespread insider trading. Josh Rogin highlights potential corruption within the Trumpadministration, noting that investigators have been sidelined while the president's inner circle maintains ties to these platforms. 1516. Headline: The Marriage Penalty: How Welfare Policies Undermine Stable Families Guest: Veronique de RugySummary: Current US government policies create a "marriage penalty" that discourages low-income couples from marrying to avoid losing welfare benefits. Veronique de Rugy argues that these incentives contribute to a decline in intact marriages, which has significant negative long-term effects on children's education and achievement. 16

2. Headline: China's Economic Coercion and the Struggle for Panama's Ports Guest: Professor Evan EllisSummary: China is applying significant economic pressure on Panama after a Chinese shipping giant was removed from port operations. The US and regional allies have issued a joint statement opposing this coercion, highlighting the broader geopolitical struggle over control of the Panama Canal and international shipping lanes. 21880 WIEN

Why Graham Platner's victory in the Democratic primary for Maine's senate seat is so important for the antifascist antiwar movement. Why Americans no longer believe the hype about the China threat. Inside Marco Rubio's imperial control of the Panama Canal and Panama's expropriation of a Chinese company's assets. Israeli piracy targets the Gaza Sumud Flotilla, creating "Apartheid without borders." And the role of multilateralism in forging a global imperialist order.  Subscribe to the Un-Diplomatic Newsletter: https://www.un-diplomatic.com/  Watch Un-Diplomatic Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@un-diplomaticpodcast  Disclaimer: The views expressed are those of the individuals and not of any institutions

Is the wholesale distribution industry heading toward another economic reset, or a new era of AI-powered growth?In this episode of Around the Horn in Wholesale Distribution, Kevin Brown and Tom Burton break down the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision, geopolitical volatility in the Strait of Hormuz, tariff refund uncertainty, Amazon's China-to-U.S. logistics expansion, and the rising cost of AI compute. This episode explores how macroeconomics, supply chain disruption, autonomous AI agents, and B2B buying behavior are reshaping manufacturers, distributors, and the global wholesale supply chain.What You'll Learn:Why the Federal Reserve's split vote signals potential instability for capital investment and expansion planningHow oil volatility and Panama Canal congestion impact freight costs, inventory carrying costs, and distributor marginsWhat Amazon's new Shenzhen-to-U.S. warehouse pipeline means for private label brands, importers, and traditional intermediariesThe real barrier to autonomous AI agents in wholesale distribution: compute costs, governance, and infrastructure readinessWhy the “dark funnel” is accelerating, and how B2B buyers are researching before ever calling your sales teamEpisode Highlights:03:05 – The stock market's momentum vs. economic uncertainty: what it means for distributors10:44 – The Fed holds rates with four dissents, political independence or internal division?26:55 – War Powers Act, Iran, and oil volatility: why fuel prices matter to wholesale margins31:52 – Tariffs explained: who actually pays and why refunds won't be evenly distributed46:20 – Amazon's China-to-U.S. logistics expansion and what it signals for supply chain disintermediation54:30 – AI compute costs, token consumption, and why fully autonomous agents aren't practical—yet1:20:21 – The dark funnel in B2B buying: why customers are researching without your sales teamTools, Frameworks, and Concepts Mentioned:Enterprise Growth Platform strategy (LeadSmart Technologies)AI-enabled CRM and customer intelligenceAgentic AI and autonomous procurementThe Dark Funnel in B2B salesAI governance and agent sprawlCompute infrastructure and token economicsClosing Insight:“An autonomous agent running your entire business is probably not as soon as we would like.”Wholesale distribution is not facing a single disruption, it's navigating economic volatility, supply chain risk, AI acceleration, and changing buyer behavior simultaneously.Leave a Review: Help us grow by sharing your thoughts on the show.Learn more about the LeadSmart AI B2B Sales Platform: https://www.leadsmarttech.com/Join the conversation each week on LinkedIn Live.Want even more insight to the stories we discuss each week? Subscribe to the Around The Horn Newsletter.You can also hear the podcast and other excellent content on our YouTube Channel.Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or TikTok.

GET 10% OFF ON SHILAJIT FROM DR. KAUFMAN WHEN YOU USE CODE WAM10 HERE: https://medauthentica.com/discount/WAM10?redirect=/products/authentica-shilajit%3Fsca_ref=10867124.wrNV3jkYSaMg9 GET HEIRLOOM SEEDS & NON GMO SURVIVAL FOOD HERE: https://heavensharvest.com/ USE Code WAM to save 25% plus free shipping! GET YOUR WAV WATCH HERE: https://buy.wavwatch.com/WAM Use Code WAM to save $100 and purchase amazing healing frequency technology! BUY GOLD HERE: https://firstnationalbullion.com/schedule-consult/ Avoid CBDCs! HELP SUPPORT US AS WE DOCUMENT HISTORY HERE: https://gogetfunding.com/help-keep-wam-alive/# Josh Sigurdson reports on the continued War in Iran as oil prices spike and new moves are made over the Strait of Hormuz. The Israeli Defense Minister Katz is demanding further attacks on Iran which surprises no one. The issue is, the United States will no doubt follow suit and do as Israel asks as they have every single past time. The Israeli government after all claimed Iraq had "weapons of mass destruction" in 2002 and also claimed Iran had nuclear capabilities and needed to be attacked for the past 30 years. Interestingly, while the US has attacked 100+ countries in 100 years and actually used nuclear bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki (allegedly), they're virtue signaling about stopping Iran from attacking other countries despite it not attacking anyone in 200 years... Not to mention the claim Iran is arming Hezbollah while the US and Israel are guilty of arming every major terror group over the past 50 years in the Middle East. President Trump is considering ground troops in Iran in order to seize nuclear materials as he announces the deployment of a new hypersonic missile to be used in warfare. Iran's Ghalibaf says that Iran must defend the Strait of Hormuz and unify against US lead blockade. As many are pointing out including Charlie Howden of "Free Speech Backlash," the Strait of Hormuz incident is bringing on the World Economic Forum's (WEF's) goals for technocratic global governance. It's a textbook example of problem, reaction, solution and the introduction of vast AI governance tools and digital ID based social credit systems. Not to mention rations. Left or right, the same agenda applies and it's all about "order out of chaos" as we've been predicting for years. The 7 Country Plan that General Wesley Clark spoke of in the 90s isn't going to suddenly disappear overnight because of weekly concessions. This agenda will continue as it also continues in places like the Panama Canal. The "globalists" want us to starve and accept their new system of governance. They're destroying the supply chain and demoralizing the public while causing vast casualties in war. They're using this to build a new Tower of Babel. Be prepared. Stay tuned for more from WAM! Get Your SUPER-SUPPLIMENTS HERE: https://vni.life/wam Use Code WAM15 & Save 15%! Life changing formulas you can't find anywhere else! Get local, healthy, pasture raised meat delivered to your door here: https://wildpastures.com/promos/save-20-for-life/bonus15?oid=6&affid=321 USE THE LINK & get 20% off for life and $15 off your first box! DITCH YOUR DOCTOR! https://www.livelongerformula.com/wam Get a natural health practitioner and work with Christian Yordanov! Mention WAM and get a FREE masterclass! You will ALSO get a FREE metabolic function assessment! GET YOUR APRICOT SEEDS at the life-saving Richardson Nutritional Center HERE: https://rncstore.com/r?id=bg8qc1 Use code JOSH to save money! PayPal: ancientwonderstelevision@gmail.com FIND OUR CoinTree page here: https://cointr.ee/joshsigurdson PURCHASE MERECHANDISE HERE: https://world-alternative-media.creator-spring.com/ JOIN US on SubscribeStar here: https://www.subscribestar.com/world-alternative-media For subscriber only content! Pledge here! Just a dollar a month can help us alive! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=2652072&ty=h&u=2652072 BITCOIN ADDRESS: 18d1WEnYYhBRgZVbeyLr6UfiJhrQygcgNU World Alternative Media 2026

California State Assemblyman Stan Ellis and Mike Ariza stop by the Energy News Beat and the Energy Impacts Podcast with Stu Turley and David Blackmon to discuss the critical nature of the energy crisis facing California, which is about to unfold. Assemblyman Ellis, Mike, and Professor Mische have been working to help get the Federal Government involved to help out California consumers from this potential diesel, gasoline, and jet fuel crash. Hat tip to David Blackmon for carrying the podcast as I had internet issues. 1. California's Fuel Supply CrisisThe episode centers on an impending fuel shortage in California caused by multiple factors:Refineries shutting down (Valero, Rodeo, Marathon, Phillips)Tanker shipments from Asia halted since mid-MarchImports now account for 40%+ of California's fuel supplyOnly 3-7 days of fuel storage remaining (vs. Governor Newsom's claim of 30 days)Tankers from the Gulf take 25-45 days to reach California due to Panama Canal backups2. Political Dysfunction in CaliforniaAssemblyman Stan Ellis criticizes:Inefficient time management in the state assembly (spending $40,000/hour on ceremonial resolutions)Partisan gridlock and ideological rigidity among Democratic leadershipLack of accountability and poor legislative prioritizationThe disconnect between politicians and real-world business operations3. California's Energy Policy ProblemsKey issues highlighted:CARB regulations: Reformulated fuel requirements (Carbob) limit fuel sourcesCap and Trade: Billions diverted to high-speed rail instead of infrastructure or energy solutionsEnvironmental lawsuits: Constant litigation blocking oil and gas developmentRenewable diesel conversion: Rodeo and Marathon refineries converted away from gasoline/jet fuel production, removing 350,000 barrels/day of capacity4. Short-term and Long-term SolutionsProposed remedies include:Immediate: Import non-Carbob gasoline from the Gulf; suspend Jones Act restrictionsMedium-term: Executive orders to federalize oil and gas as a national security issueLong-term: Increase domestic drilling, restore refinery profitability, eliminate Cap and Trade, invest in alternative energy (fusion, nuclear, hydrogen)5. Geopolitical and Supply Chain IssuesU.S. importing 30% of crude oil from the Middle EastIndirect support of Russia through purchases of Indian fuel (which sources from Russia)Iran's strait closure affecting global oil productionOther countries (Nevada, Arizona) dependent on California's fuel supply6. Economic and National Security ImplicationsOil and gas represent 8% of California's GDP; without it, the other 92% is unsustainableMilitary bases (42 in California) dependent on fuel supplyCommercial aviation and trucking (grocery delivery) at riskPotential for widespread economic disruption if crisis occursThe overall tone is urgent and critical of California's environmental policies. Things have to change quickly to avoid the crisis. Check out the Energy News Beat SubStack https://theenergynewsbeat.substack.com/Check out the Energy Impacts at https://blackmon.substack.com/A shout-out to Steve Reese and the Reese Energy Consulting group for sponsoring the Podcast https://reeseenergyconsulting.com/.Data2 if you have any business systems, can you trust A? Well, they have the patent on validation. . https://data2.zoholandingpage.com/energyAnd we have WellDatabase rolling in as a new sponsor. https://welldatabase.com/

After navigating the Pacific coasts of the United States and Mexico then wintering in the Sea of Cortez, Jeff and Kami Fehr rang in 2026 by transiting  the Panama Canal aboard their meticulously refit Selene 59, Dock Holiday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What's it really like to sail through the Panama Canal on a Disney ship?

As the world's critical waterways come into sharp focus, the Panama Canal is in the middle of one of the most ambitious transformation phases in its history. In this episode, recorded at CMA Shipping 2026, Seatrade Maritime News Correspondent Gary Howard speaks with Dr. Ricaurte Vásquez, Administrator of the Panama Canal, about how the waterway is adapting to climate pressures, growing trade volumes, and the energy transition.They discuss:Lessons learned from the recent drought and new plans for water security, including a major new reservoir projectThe vision for an LPG energy corridor and pipeline handling ethane, propane, and butane between the Atlantic and PacificThe development of new container terminals and a cross-isthmus road, and how these projects fit into a wider logistics ecosystemHow the Canal is shifting from simply moving ships to optimising cargo flows and offering more flexible options to customersThe net-zero transit slot, the Canal's commitment to be carbon neutral by 2050, and how shipowners are respondingInvestment models, concession structures, and how Panama aims to balance value for customers, investors, and the Panamanian peopleTune in to hear the plans in place to keep one of the world's most strategic arteries reliable, competitive, and relevant through to 2050 and beyond.If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to ensure you don't miss our latest uploads. For the latest news on the shipping and maritime industries, visit www.searade-maritime.com.Connect with Gary Howard:Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GaryLeeHoward Follow on Twitter:: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garyleehoward/Don't forget to join the conversation and let us know what topics you want us to cover in future on Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn

Colm Walker is entered in the 2026 Golden Globe Race. He was in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico when we talked, on the way from San Diego to France via the Panama Canal. He is a dual citizen of the United States and Ireland, an Airborne Ranger and combat veteran of the 82nd Airborne Division, and a lifelong waterman. ​His boat, Mo Chuisle ("My Pulse" in Irish), is a Tayana 37 cutter. He sails in support of veteran mental health, raising awareness for those still fighting unseen battles long after the guns have gone quiet. For Colm, the Golden Globe Race is not an escape from life, but a commitment to it. It is a test of self-reliance, resilience, and surrender. A chance to show that stillness can be strength, and that sometimes, the way forward is to go alone. We talk about Mexico, clearing in to Mexico, the benefits of traveling internationally, the passage from San Diego to Puerto Vallarta, boatyard woes, racing on a Swan, the feel of sailing his boat - a Tayana 37, the Hydrovane and the Raymarine qutopilots, a spinnaker-pole failure, how military experience is beneficial in sailing, PTSD, rites of passage, Taoism, why the Golden Globe Race is Important, moving from digital back to analog sailing, safety, physical and mental preparations for the race, the Wisdom Dojo, and more. Photos and links are on the podcast shownotes page Support the show through Patreon Shop or list sailboats at sailboatsforsale.com Shop tankless dive systems at Blu3

Ship captains usually avoid navigating under South America because it's super dangerous! The waters around the southern tip, called Cape Horn, are known for strong winds, huge waves, and unpredictable weather. It's basically like the wild west of the ocean, and even experienced sailors can struggle there. Plus, there's a much safer and quicker route called the Panama Canal, where ships can pass through a man-made channel instead of going all the way around. The canal saves a lot of time and trouble. So, it's no surprise that most captains prefer the easier and safer option! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AP correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports on further Pakistan attempts at bringing US, Israel and Iran closer to more cease talks; reaction from the Philippines on the ICC decision that Rodrigo Duterte must face trial; companies look to up shipping through the Panama Canal instead of the Strait of Hormuz; and two pandas from China will have Zoo Atlanta as their new home.

Avoiding the Strait of Hormuz during the Iran war has become very expensive for some businesses. AP correspondent Donna Warder reports.

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Join us at the North End of Pier 35 for a private tour of the SS Jeremiah O'Brien. See what Rosie the Riveter and Wendy the Welder helped create, and hear about the ship's fascinating history and the details of keeping a war machine's supply chains open and effective. Experience the ship as she was in 1943, tour her historic decks, and explore her engine room (powered by a functioning triple-expansion steam engine similar to the one used on the Titanic—and which was filmed in action by James Cameron for use in his 1997 movie). The Liberty Ship SS Jeremiah O'Brien, permanently docked at Pier 35, is a living museum of the Bay Area's crucial role in the massive production efforts required to equip the WWII Allies and keep them supplied under adverse wartime circumstances. Launched on June 19, 1943, from the New England Shipbuilding Corporation in South Portland, Maine, the SS Jeremiah O'Brien is one of the last survivors of the 2,710 Liberty ships that were built—and the only one that remains completely unaltered and fully operational. She carried troops and supplies across dangerous wartime seas, completing seven voyages to destinations as far-flung as Northern Ireland, India, Australia, and South America. She also made 11 crossings to the Normandy beachhead during the D-Day landings—a critical component of the largest seaborne invasion in history. In 1994, she journeyed through the Panama Canal and across the Atlantic Ocean to take part in the 50th anniversary of D-Day. She was the only Liberty ship— and the only vessel from the original invasion fleet—to return to the beaches of Normandy. Her voyage, widely celebrated in Europe and the United States, cemented her status as a symbol of courage, endurance and historical fidelity. And every year she still sails a few times on the Bay—always for May Memorial Cruise and for Fleet Week. A Humanities Member-led Forum program. Forums at the Club are organized and run by volunteer programmers who are members of The Commonwealth Club, and they cover a diverse range of topics. Learn more about our Forums. In association with the Liberty Ship SS Jeremiah O'Brien Foundation Organizer: George Hammond  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From space‑lab clean rooms to the inner universe of human awareness, my guest Todd R. LeBlanc has spent decades exploring both the frontiers of technology and the depths of consciousness. In this episode, we talk about his journey from seasoned space‑lab manager to author of The Book of Odd and his new project, The Book of Odd: Awakening. Todd explains why our greatest “technology” isn't rockets or AI, but awareness itself—our ability to live in the present moment, ask better questions, and recognize that “right now” is the only place we ever have any agency. We dig into what most people get wrong about time, the anthropic principle and our role as conscious observers, and why cultivating curiosity, gratitude, and critical thinking is more powerful than chasing status or stuff. https://youtu.be/j4cga5xSrRQ?si=FnUBXqWFik_RCERl You'll hear how Todd structures his days around meditation and writing before he gives any energy to his day job, why he believes we should “give our best self to ourselves” first, and how simple habits like journaling, reading, and daily reflection can lead to a quiet but profound awakening. We talk about seeing hidden wonder in everyday things—from toilets and soccer balls to the Panama Canal and public libraries—how to protect yourself from misinformation by strengthening your own mind, and why he thinks we're each just one line in a much larger language of existence carried through our DNA and culture. If you're ready to become more present, more curious, and more intentional with your one “flicker” of time, this conversation will give you both inspiration and concrete first steps. Resources: Todd R. LeBlanc on Linkedin The Book of Odd

Are we already in a global war—and just not calling it that? In this high-stakes episode, we break down the Pentagon's deployment of advanced laser defense systems aboard the USS George H.W. Bush and what it signals about the future of combat operations. We also examine escalating tensions involving China and Iran, including claims of missile support, satellite targeting, and proxy warfare in critical regions like the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz. From strategic control of global choke points—like the Strait of Malacca and Panama Canal—to questions about nuclear capability and economic dominance, this episode explores whether the U.S. is already engaged in a broader geopolitical conflict. Featuring analysis tied to policies from Donald Trump and commentary from voices like Jesse Watters, we unpack the strategy, the risks, and what could come next.

Episode 178: Building the Panama Canal (a special episode for Emily Murrah) Thanks so much for listening to Real Cool History for Kids! If you and your family are enjoying this adventure, I'd love to invite you to keep the fun going. You can find even more stories, activities, and resources over on my website!  I'm also so excited to share that the first book in a brand-new story series, The Chronicles of Liberty, is on its way! Join Miss Agatha Liberty, a brave little mouse with a big love for freedom, as she discovers the stories she was meant to protect and learns from the wisdom found in the history-mice journals. It's a whole new way to experience the story of America—mouse-sized!  We've also created a brand-new community just for families like yours over on Facebook—come join us, share what you're learning, and connect with other history-loving kids and parents.. And don't forget to follow along on Instagram for behind-the-scenes peeks, fun history tidbits, and updates on new episodes. I'm so glad you're part of this adventure with us!

Term 2.0 is trending imperial as the US flexes financial and military muscle across the globe, from the Strait of Hormuz to the Panama Canal. While ceasefire headlines whipsaw market sentiment, Bitcoin is quietly decoupling from tech stocks and showing resilience against a backdrop of great power competition with China.

IRAN HAS decided to play red light, green light with the Strait of Hormuz. Less than 24 hours after President Trump announced the opening of the critical waterway, Iran declared it closed again. Further, two Indian flagged tankers reportedly came under fire from Iranian speedboats. This suggests that negotiations between the US and Iran over a peaceful resolution to Operation Epic Fury are simply a stalling tactic by the Iranian regime, perhaps counting on Democrats winning the midterm elections or even the 2028 presidential election. Given the way Presidents Biden and Obama willingly sent billions of dollars to Tehran, you can hardly blame them. We discuss the bind into which Iran has placed China, which gets up to 20% of its oil imports from the Islamic regime – at a deep discount because Iran has few buyers for its oil due to sanctions. This is exacerbated by China's loss of access to Venezuelan oil. As a result, China has had to suddenly ramp up its purchases of American oil to roughly $10 billion worth per month. In addition, the United States just signed a defense agreement with Indonesia. That nation sits on the west side of the cap, Strait of Malacca, a waterway even more critical to China's oil imports than the Strait of Hormuz. And to make things more interesting, American oil sails through the Panama Canal, which is now once again under American control, thanks to President Trump. In short, the United States now controls China's access to about 25% of its oil imports, and has military control over waterways through which about 80% of Chinese oil imports flow, for which the Chinese must now pay full price. This may be President Trump's way of responding to China's threats to control American access to critical rare earth minerals. We also discuss the corrupting influence of social media on sharing the gospel. Children now graduate high school so reliant on artificial intelligence that they literally don't see the need to read anything longer than a menu. So, reading the Bible is a concept that is completely foreign to them. Sharon's niece, Sarah Sachleben, is fighting stage 4 bowel cancer, and the medical bills are piling up. If you are led to help, please go to GilbertHouse.org/hopeforsarah. Follow us! X (formerly Twitter): @pidradio | @sharonkgilbert | @derekgilbert | @gilberthouse_tvTelegram: t.me/gilberthouse | t.me/sharonsroom | t.me/viewfromthebunkerSubstack: gilberthouse.substack.comYouTube: @GilbertHouse | @UnravelingRevelationFacebook.com/pidradio JOIN US IN ISRAEL! We will tour the Holy Land October 11–23, 2026 with an optional three-day extension to Jordan. For more information, log on to GilbertHouse.org/travel. Thank you for making our Build Barn Better project a reality! Our 1,200 square foot pole barn has a new HVAC system, epoxy floor, 100-amp electric service, new windows, insulation, lights, and ceiling fans! If you are so led, you can help out by clicking here: gilberthouse.org/donate. Get our free app! It connects you to this podcast, our weekly Bible studies, and our weekly video programs Unraveling Revelation and A View from the Bunker. The app is available for iOS, Android, Roku, and Apple TV. Links to the app stores are at pidradio.com/app. Video on demand of our best teachings! Stream presentations and teachings based on our research at our new video on demand site: gilberthouse.org/video! Think better, feel better! Our partners at Simply Clean Foods offer freeze-dried, 100% GMO-free food and delicious, vacuum-packed fair trade coffee from Honduras. Find out more at GilbertHouse.org/store/.

On the April 15, 2026 episode of Right On Radio host Jeff is joined by his brother in the Lord John from We've Read the Documents for a wide-ranging conversation about spiritual symbolism, geopolitics, and the signs of the age. The show opens with the regular "word on word" scripture segment (Mark 13:33 and Romans 10:9–10) before moving into the main discussion framed by the question: is the world undergoing an "inverted baptism" — the death of the old order and the emergence of a new one? Jeff and John unpack that baptism analogy and consider whether the global realignment has a spiritual layer. They discuss concrete geopolitical moves — including Trump's actions around the Strait of Hormuz, energy-route control (mentions of Indonesia and the Panama Canal), and the risk of escalation — and how those moves fit into a larger pattern of power consolidation. The episode turns to technology and governance: the hosts analyze the roles of Palantir, Peter Thiel, Oracle/Larry Ellison, Sam Altman and the rise of public–private, AI-driven systems that could function as the infrastructural "beast." They debate whether AI will serve as an "image" to be worshipped alongside a literal human Antichrist and explore how corporatocracy and AI governance might be forming today. Political corruption and coercion are central themes. Clips and commentary cover Eric Swalwell and claims of blackmail controlling politicians (including a striking quote from Steve Miller), George Santos's remarks about the PAGE program, renewed talk of Pizzagate and Franklin-era scandals, grand jury activity, and conversations about FISA renewal. Jeff and John assess how these revelations and delays fit into a broader strategy and what they mean for accountability. Interwoven are pastoral reflections: both hosts emphasize God's sovereignty, the need for spiritual discernment, and the limits of human certainty about prophetic timetables. They acknowledge fatigue among listeners, the tension between hope and realism ("hopium"), and the responsibility of Christian communicators to steward platforms prayerfully. The show also includes lighter asides — AI video ethics, nostalgic tech talk (dial-up and rotary phones), and pop-culture hypotheticals — and ends with practical encouragement: love God, love your neighbor, engage your community, and remain discerning and prayerful amid accelerating global change. Want to Understand and Explain Everything Biblically? Click Here: Decoding the Power of Three: Understand and Explain Everything or go to www.rightonu.com and click learn more. Use coupon code REDEEM for $50. value savings until the end of April. Thank you for Listening to Right on Radio. Prayerfully consider supporting Right on Radio. Click Here for all links, Right on Community ROC, Podcast web links, Freebies, Products (healing mushrooms, EMP Protection) Social media, courses and more...https://linktr.ee/RightonRadio Live Right in the Real World! We talk God and Politics, Faith Based Broadcast News, views, Opinions and Attitudes We are Your News Now. Keep the Faith

This week, we're sharing an episode from our friends at Code Switch. President Donald Trump says he wants the U.S. to take back control of the Panama Canal. The Canal has been dubbed the greatest engineering feat in human history. It's also (perhaps less favorably) been called the greatest liberty mankind has ever taken with Mother Nature. So how did we get here?Today on the show, we're talking to Cristina Henríquez, the author of the novel, "The Great Divide." Her book explores the making of the Canal. It took 50,000 people from 90 different countries to carve the land in two — and the consequences of that extraordinary, nature-defying act are still echoing through our present.You can subscribe to Code Switch here.Want to support our independent journalism? Join Futuro+ for exclusive episodes, sneak peaks and behind-the-scenes chisme on La Brega and all our podcasts. And, to celebrate the first year of Futuro+, from now through Sunday, April 12th go to futuromediagroup.org/joinplus and use code BDAY to get 20% off of Futuro+ yearly memberships! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After the French project to build a canal through Panama collapses in 1889 amidst disease and financial scandal, US President Teddy Roosevelt resolves to pick up where they left off. However, powerful interests in Washington are aggressively lobbying for a different route – not through Panama, but Nicaragua. As debate rages and backdoor deals are made, Panama becomes a lightning rod for controversy…and revolution.    SOURCES: Burton, Anthony. The Canal Pioneers: Canal Construction from 2500 BC to the Early 20th Century. Barnsley, UK: Pen & Sword Maritime, 2018. Charles River Editors. The Panama Canal: The Construction and History of the Waterway Between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. CreateSpace Independent Publishing, 2013. Diaz Espino, Ovidio. How Wall Street Created a Nation: J.P. Morgan, Teddy Roosevelt, and the Panama Canal. New York: Four Walls Eight Windows, 2003. Greene, Julie. The Canal Builders: Making America's Empire at the Panama Canal. New York: Penguin Press, 2009. Karabell, Zachary. Parting the Desert: The Creation of the Suez Canal. New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 2003. Keller, Ulrich. The Building of the Panama Canal in Historic Photographs. New York: Dover Publications, 1983. Lasso, Marixa. Erased: The Untold Story of the Panama Canal. Cambridge, MA: Harvard University Press, 2019. Lindsay, John. Emperors in the Jungle: The Hidden History of the U.S. in Panama. 2003. Lopez, Sean J. Chokepoint: The Epic History of the Suez Canal. New Haven, CT: Yale University Press, 2024. Marlowe, Elias. A History of Panama: Canal, Conquest, and Independence. Albuquerque: University of New Mexico Press, 2012. McCullough, David. The Path Between the Seas: The Creation of the Panama Canal, 1870–1914. New York: Simon & Schuster, 1977. Morton, Levi P. “No. 105. Mr. Morton to Mr. Frelinghuysen.” Papers Relating to the Foreign Relations of the United States, Transmitted to Congress, With the Annual Message of the President, December 1, 1884, U.S. Department of State Office of the Historian, 5 July 1884,https://history.state.gov/historicaldocuments/frus1884/d105 Parker, Matthew. Panama Fever: The Epic Story of the Building of the Panama Canal. New York: Doubleday, 2007. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join McKay this week as he encourages listeners to recognize opportunities, overcome hesitations, and boldly open life's doors. Reviewing significant doors that have been opened in the past, such as the creation of the Panama Canal, McKay explores the significance of taking well-calculated risks and embracing change as a means to opening doors in our life.Drawing inspiration from these and other events, McKay underscores the importance of identifying open doors and advancing despite intricate circumstances. He goes on to note that these stories serve as reminders that significant personal growth often originates from navigating difficulties and welcoming novel perspectives. Above all, our host reminds listeners here today that doors are waiting for them, even if they seem impossible or improbable, and that God may be knocking - asking them to exercise their faith, step through that door, and witness the good things waiting for them on the other side.Episode Highlights:Seizing opportunitiesGrowth through changeUnseen opportunitiesAdaptation and global impactTransformative momentsPersonal journeysIntuition and self-fulfillmentStepping through doorsQuotes:"Life is subtle, sometimes you barely notice yourself walking through the doors you once prayed would open.""Often we walk through doors so we can find the next door waiting for us on the other side.""Change doesn't always come in dramatic events. Sometimes it's the small, imperceptible impressions that lead us to greater discoveries.""Stepping through doors of opportunity requires embracing uncertainty and recognizing that growth often comes from navigating challenges.""Lucky people have a strong sense of intuition, which makes them lucky, and more importantly, they follow that intuition much more frequently than other people.""Some doors need to be closed, and the reason that closing those doors frees us up is because now we can see what's before us to seek the open doors available to us.""God will force no man to heaven. He'll call, persuade, direct, or write and bless with wisdom, love, and light in nameless ways, be good and kind, but never force the human mind.""Don't let fear hold you back, because here's the truth, you are extraordinary. You are meant to step forward, open the door, and do what you've been afraid to do and take action.""Good decisions come from experience. Experience comes from making bad decisions."Links:https://www.mckaychristensen.org/

2. Evan Ellis explains China's "lawfare" and economic pressure against Panama after port disputes. He describes the struggle for influence over the strategic Panama Canaland the demonstration of Chinese economic power. (2)1910

SCHEDULE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW, THURSDAY 4-9-2016.1705 PERSIAN EMPIRE1. **Evan Ellis** discusses **Peru's critical presidential election** amidst severe political instability. He explores the **move to a bicameral legislature** and the strategic risks posed by **deepening **Chinese** influence** in mining and infrastructure. (1)2. **Evan Ellis** explains **China's "lawfare" and economic pressure** against Panama after port disputes. He describes the struggle for influence over the **strategic Panama Canal** and the **demonstration of **Chinese** economic power**. (2)3. **Evan Ellis** details **Venezuela's complex political transition** under Delcy Rodríguez following Maduro's removal. He highlights the **reopening of the oil economy**, the lifting of U.S. sanctions, and **budding signs of tourism**. (3)4. **Evan Ellis** reports on **Brazil's strategic rare earth minerals** and a U.S. deal to diversify supplies away from **China**. He also notes the **impending presidential election**, where polling shows **Lula and Bolson's son** neck-and-neck. (4)5. **Anatol Lieven** evaluates **NATO's internal divisions** over the Middle East crisis and potential reconstruction in **Iran**. He analyzes how **Russia and **China** balance priorities** while the U.S. considers **lifting sanctions for regional stability**. (5)6. **Anatol Lieven** analyzes **Prime Minister Keir Starmer's low approval ratings** and his party's fragmentation during international crises. He explores **Britain**'s **diplomatic balance** between public opinion and its **essential security alliance** with the **United States**. (6)7. **John Yoo** outlines the history of **birthright citizenship** and the 14th Amendment's goal to overrule *Dred Scott*. He details **Trump administration legal challenges** concerning illegal migration and the definition of **jurisdiction and domicile**. (7)8. **John Yoo** examines the landmark ***United States v. Wong Kim Ark*** case and the debate over "jurisdiction". He analyzes the **Supreme Court's oral arguments** and potential hurdles for the government's **narrow interpretation of citizenship**. (8)9. **Daniel Rood** connects **modern California cotton booms** to historical plantation capitalism and labor exploitation. He explains how **17th-century sugar production in Barbados** pioneered industrial agriculture, mass enslavement, and **racialized labor concepts**. (9)10. **Daniel Rood** explores the **history of plantations** as systems designed to exploit cash crops with high margins. He discusses the **unending cycle of boom and bust** and the **"shadow of the great house"**. (10)11. **Daniel Rood** examines **John Locke's legal influence** on racial slavery and the fiction of the "negro". He also analyzes **Bacon's Rebellion** as a driver for creating **concrete notions of racial superiority**. (11)12. **Daniel Rood** reveals the tragic fate of **thousands of black Loyalists** abandoned by the **British** at **Yorktown**. He details how the revolution solidified the **uncompromising southern plantation system** as a military strategy. (12)13. **Mary Anastasia O'Grady** analyzes **Mexico's organized crime crisis** and the 130,000 missing persons since 2006. She critiques President Sheinbaum's struggle to confront **alleged corruption within her own Morena party**. (13)14. **Jim McTague and Lance Gatling** discuss **soaring oil prices** impacting Pennsylvania and **Tokyo**. They examine **Japan's strategic petroleum reserves** and diplomatic efforts to **de-escalate Middle Eastern tensions** affecting energy security. (14)15. **Haym Benaroya** details **engineering lunar settlements**, focusing on rigid structures, inflatables, and lava tube cities. He explains the challenges of **utilizing local regolith** while protecting astronauts from **radiation and toxic dust**. (15)16. **Haym Benaroya** addresses the **psychological and physiological stresses** of low gravity, including bone mass loss. He outlines the importance of **crew screening** and the **projected 2040s-2050s timeline** for sustainable habitation. (16)

The Michigan Wolverines win it all, Eli Zaret back in-studio, a deadline for Iran, Howards Stern v. former assistant, Kanye West festival canceled, the latest with David Hasselhoff, and new photos of Michael Jackson being a creep. Eli Zaret joins the show to highlight the NCAA Champion Michigan Wolverines. We also discuss Donald Trump's plan for college sports, Tom Izzo's job prospects, complain about finding Tigers games on TV, Jason Benetti's many gigs, Audi Crooks domination, Geno Auriemma vs Dawn Staley, Tiger Woods wild week, Puka Nacua vs the Jews, Jaden Ivey's mental illness, check out some funny Trump quotes, the fall of the Red Wings, Tom Brady fatigue and much more. Iran: The Ayatollah is in bad shape. Trump wants to unleash hell tonight… but will he? Check out this massive explosion near the Panama Canal. Howard Stern and wife Beth are being sued by a former live-in assistant. Kanye West's Wireless Festival has been cancelled. Kim Kardashian and Lewis Hamilton are Instagram official. Savannah Guthrie is back and the competitors are ‘covering' it. Stephen Colbert is gone May 21st. Byron Allen is his replacement. The Michael Jackson estate is being sued. New pics of Michael Jackson and little boys (for some reason). David Hasselhoff is not looking to great these days. He looked great back in the day. SNL's Chloe Fineman was a mean camp counselor. Rumer Willis still breastfeeds her 3-year-old. Stop it. Blake Lively is losing her public battle against Justin Baldoni. She might end up losing her man. Meghan Markle and Prince Harry can't agree on parenting. Dabbleverse: Stuttering John Melendez is in a world of chaos lately. Check out his new GoFundMe. Merch is for sale! Buy it now before it's gone and you miss out forever. If you'd like to help support the show… consider subscribing to our YouTube Channel, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (Drew Lane, Marc Fellhauer, Trudi Daniels, Jim Bentley and BranDon).

In the 6 AM Hour: Larry O’Connor and Bethany Mandel discussed: INTERVIEW: Sam Rosenbloom: Candidate for the Frederick County Board of Education on his unique background in biophysics and nuclear engineering and why he’s running for a seat on the board. Trump’s Busy Day: President Trump hosts annual Easter Egg Roll at the White House during which he talks about Iran, Joe Biden and Kamala Harris. Panama Canal Explosion: A powerful explosion near a major bridge close to the Panama Canal has left one person dead and multiple people injured. The fuel tanker blast caused apocalyptic scenes. Artemis II Update: NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman said on Monday that Artemis II reached its maximum distance from Earth at more than 250,000 miles away. The four astronauts — Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch and Jeremy Hansen — were 252,756 miles away from Earth shortly after 7 p.m. Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Tuesday, April 7, 2026 / 6 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Introduction Welcome back to Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu! In this episode, Tom dives into an action-packed rundown of global events and economic shifts that could make or break the future. We're starting off with breaking news: an American F15 Strike Eagle has been shot down over Iran, with its crew missing and a tense rescue mission underway—raising questions about U.S. air supremacy and the broader geopolitical stakes. We'll examine President Trump's latest announcements on tariffs, his controversial strategies in Iran, and how U.S. foreign policy is impacting global alliances—particularly as China weaponizes shipping lanes and the EU looks to sidestep American involvement in opening the Strait of Hormuz. You'll hear sharp commentary on California's spiraling fraud crisis, the risks and benefits of America's push toward isolationism, and the looming threats to crypto and the pharmaceutical supply chain—highlighted by warnings of the quantum computing revolution. We also unpack the escalating trade standoff with China around the Panama Canal, the philosophical battle between globalism and economic nationalism, and what it all means for the American middle class. Plus, listener questions, hot takes on innovation and regulation, and a dose of Friday funnies to round out a wild week. Strap in—this episode covers everything you need to know about the shifting tides of power, prosperity, and the future of entrepreneurship. Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impactQuince: Free shipping and 365-day returns at https://quince.com/impactpodKetone IQ: Visit https://ketone.com/IMPACT for 30% OFF your subscription orderSumm: code TOMVIP20 for 20% off your first year at https://summ.com?via=tombilyeu&coupon=TOMVIP20Duck.Ai: Protect your privacy at https://duck.ai/impactBlinkist: Start your free trial at https://blinkist.com/impact What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER:  https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.:  https://tombilyeu.com/call Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here.: https://tombilyeu.com/ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Introduction Welcome back to Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu! In this episode, Tom dives into an action-packed rundown of global events and economic shifts that could make or break the future. We're starting off with breaking news: an American F15 Strike Eagle has been shot down over Iran, with its crew missing and a tense rescue mission underway—raising questions about U.S. air supremacy and the broader geopolitical stakes. We'll examine President Trump's latest announcements on tariffs, his controversial strategies in Iran, and how U.S. foreign policy is impacting global alliances—particularly as China weaponizes shipping lanes and the EU looks to sidestep American involvement in opening the Strait of Hormuz. You'll hear sharp commentary on California's spiraling fraud crisis, the risks and benefits of America's push toward isolationism, and the looming threats to crypto and the pharmaceutical supply chain—highlighted by warnings of the quantum computing revolution. We also unpack the escalating trade standoff with China around the Panama Canal, the philosophical battle between globalism and economic nationalism, and what it all means for the American middle class. Plus, listener questions, hot takes on innovation and regulation, and a dose of Friday funnies to round out a wild week. Strap in—this episode covers everything you need to know about the shifting tides of power, prosperity, and the future of entrepreneurship. Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impactQuince: Free shipping and 365-day returns at https://quince.com/impactpodKetone IQ: Visit https://ketone.com/IMPACT for 30% OFF your subscription orderSumm: code TOMVIP20 for 20% off your first year at https://summ.com?via=tombilyeu&coupon=TOMVIP20Duck.Ai: Protect your privacy at https://duck.ai/impactBlinkist: Start your free trial at https://blinkist.com/impact What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER:  https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.:  https://tombilyeu.com/call Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here.: https://tombilyeu.com/ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When a Smithsonian archaeology intern opened a dusty box of bones in a Panamanian warehouse, she didn't expect to find a mystery, let alone a potential crime scene. But Nina Hirai's discovery of a tapir skull riddled with what appeared to be bullet holes sparked an investigation that would lead her several miles up the Panama Canal and nearly forty years into the past. Join us as we unspool the strange, unresolved story of a tapir named Alice, and ask what it means to live with uncertainty when the past refuses to explain itself.Guests:Nina Hirai, former archeology intern at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute Nicole Smith-Guzmán, archeology curator at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute Ashley Sharpe, research archeologist at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute Aureliano Valencia (“Yeyo”), archeological research technician at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute Phyllis (Lissy) Coley, professor emerita in the School of Biological Sciences at the University of Utah and research associate at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute  Monica Brenes Lynan, former veterinarian at Parque Municipal Summit in Panama Andres Ramos, lider de guardabosques del Monumento Natural Barro Colorado / head park ranger at Barro Colorado Island  

Much like the seams in any suit jacket worn by the Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth Fox News is barely keeping it together. The network still can't get its message straight regarding Trump's disastrous war in Iran.Fox is following the lead of its glorious leader, a man who appeared to act impulsively, when he decided to attack a country of 92 million people with one of the largest militaries in the Middle East.Trump is highly skilled at selling himself, at least to his cultish base of followers, as a powerful leader who can change the world through his force of will. He is a bumbling fool when it comes to getting Americans excited about his flights of fancy - conquering Greenland, seizing the Panama Canal, managing Venezuela, crushing Cuba and destroying the government of Iran.Trump has also failed to excited the masses about some of his economic policies such as broad sweeping tariffs on imports or the acquisition of Venezuelan oil which the president called ‘garbage tar' when he was on the campaign trail.Trump makes no real attempt to sell the need for military conflict to the American public. The average American couldn't identify Nicolás Maduro, Miguel Díaz-Canel, and Ali Khamenei the deceased Iranian supreme leader or his son Mojtaba Khamenei in a line up.In comparison former president George W. Bush and his administration pitched the Iraq War for nearly a year and a half before the first shots were fired.Saddam Hussein and his sons Uday and Qusay became household names. Their excessive lifestyle and corruption along with their many crimes against humanity and the people of Iran were drilled into the minds of farmers, teachers and factory workers across the country.Bush was also exploiting a grief-stricken country as he falsely connected the horrific terrorist attack on 9/11 to Saddam Hussein's regime in Iraq.Trump isn't helping solidify support for his poorly planned war against Iran as he plays golf on the weekends, holds press conferences with his fawning cabinet members, and accepts meaningless awards meant to stroke his ego.Many Americans view Trump as a puppet of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu who has longed to attack Iran for decades. The war is already unpopular and will only get more despised if Trump doesn't change the perception that he is fighting on behalf of a foreign government's interest.Fox News doesn't know which way is up. Grainy aerial shots of trucks and buildings being obliterated aren't exactly heroic. There are no clear goals or milestones and seemingly no exit strategy to Trump's latest wild endeavor. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit decodingfoxnews.substack.com/subscribe

Think the latest global headlines are just random political chaos?  Trade wars. Global Tariffs. The Panama Canal squeeze. Buying Greenland. The escalating military tensions in Iran and Venezuela. The mainstream media covers these as isolated incidents, erratic moves, or standard foreign policy friction. But are they deliberately hiding the bigger picture? Welcome to the New Cold War. And the key battlefield isn't nuclear or ideological. In this explosive episode, we are peeling back the curtain on the trillion-dollar shadow war happening right under our noses. We connect the dots that no one else is pointing out to reveal the story behind the story. If you want to understand who will actually control the future of the global economy, you can't afford to miss this. In this episode, we expose: The Greenland Deception  The Venezuela & Iran Paradox The Panama Canal Chokepoint: How stealth trade wars are being fought by controlling the literal gates of global commerce. Trump's Tariffs and Trade Wars Stop reading the headlines and start reading the map. Tune in now to find out who is really pulling the strings of the global economy. Shopify: Launch your dream business with Shopify. Sign up for your $1/month trial at https://Shopify.com/Jillian and start selling today! 120Life: Go to https://120Life.com and use code JILLIAN to save 20% Click Here to Download My App! https://www.jillianmichaels.com/join Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jillianmichaels/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jillianmichaels/ X: https://x.com/JillianMichaels/ Welcome to the "Keeping It Real" podcast – where authenticity meets impactful storytelling. Hosted by Jillian, this podcast dives into the stories, ideas, and truths that shape our world. Featuring top journalists, newsmakers, thought leaders, and everyday heroes, we explore breaking news, global events, and the personal journeys that inspire and challenge us. From controversial current events and transformative ideas to health, wellness, and self-discovery, no topic is off-limits. With honest dialogue and fresh perspectives, "Keeping It Real" is your go-to space for staying informed, inspired, and engaged. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Patrick Bet-David, Tom Ellsworth, and Brandon Aceto are joined by Anthony Scaramucci to break down Trump's Strait of Hormuz takeover threat tied to the Iran conflict, Anthropic suing the Pentagon over AI and defense contracts, the Panama Canal port war involving China, and new warning signs in the U.S. labor market and jobs report.------