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Southern California sees more Anti-ICE Chaos, the State Department prepares to send nearly 2000 employees pink slips, and a new index fund is pledging to invest on merit alone.

Donald Trump keeps firing off letters announcing new tariffs starting Aug. 1, including 35% on Canada, which is America's No. 2 trading partner, as well as 50% on Brazil. Plus, the State Department cuts 1,300 employees after the Supreme Court lets the Trump Administration pursue "reductions in force" to restructure federal agencies and make them more efficient. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In our news wrap Friday, the State Department is laying off at least 1,300 employees as part of the Trump administration's effort to scale back the federal workforce, an appeals court threw out a plea deal for the alleged mastermind of the 9/11 attacks and police in Baltimore are investigating a suspected mass overdose event that saw more than two dozen people sent to the hospital. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

US State Department staff have been told firings at the agency will happen “soon.” President Donald Trump is in Texas, as details emerge about Kerr County's inadequate flood warning system. The ICC believes war crimes and crimes against humanity are being committed in Sudan's Darfur region. There's a “national movement” to improve menopause care in the US. And, a Ukrainian doctor delivered a child's new heart under Russian bombardment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(Friday 07/11/25)Heather Brooker and Neil Saavedra Bill for Handel on the News. Judge hears arguments in lawsuit seeking to restrict immigration raids in Southern California. Birthright citizenship: Federal judge issues new nationwide block against Trump's executive order. Federal immigration agents sweep Ventura County cannabis farm. State Department tells staffers that layoff notices are coming soon.

AP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports on State Department firings.

The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Show (07/09/2025): 3:05pm- On Monday, President Donald Trump hosted leaders from Mauritania, Gabon, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, and Senegal at the White House—announcing that his administration has “closed the USAID group to eliminate waste, fraud, and abuse.” USAID's responsibilities will now be carried out by the State Department. 3:15pm- While speaking with the press, President Trump reacted to Senator Jose Padilla's proposed bill which would prevent ICE agents from wearing masks and concealing their personal identity. There have been several recent attacks on ICE facilities—including one attack in McAllen, Texas involving a man with an assault rifle. 3:20pm- BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: Rich will be hosting Fox News contributor Gianno Caldwell for a Politics & Pints event on Thursday, July 31st at 7:30pm at the Zlock Performing Arts Center in Newtown, PA. VIP tickets are on sale now at: 1210wpht.com. 3:30pm- According to a report from Fox News Digital, the Department of Justice is criminally investigating former CIA Director John Brennan and former FBI Director James Comey for potential false statements to Congress related to the Trump-Russia probe. 3:45pm- Sen. Dave McCormick—United States Senator from Pennsylvania—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to preview his Energy and Innovation Summit on July 15th. Plus, it has been almost one year since the assassination attempt against President Donald Trump in Butler, PA, when will we finally learn what happened? Sen. McCormick explains: “Honestly, I'm unsatisfied that we don't have answers. I don't understand it.” 4:05pm- The city of Philadelphia has reached an agreement with District Council 33—the union representing the city's trash collectors. 4:20pm- New Jersey gubernatorial candidate Mikie Sherril has endorsed socialist Zohran Mamdani for New York City mayor—but was that a major mistake? 4:30pm- Lora Ries—Director of the Border Security and Immigration Center at the Heritage Foundation—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss several recent attacks on ICE facilities—including one attack in McAllen, Texas involving a man with an assault rifle. 4:50pm- Want to go bowling in the nude? There is (horrifyingly) an event in Pittsburgh on Saturday where you can! 5:05pm- The Department of Justice and FBI have announced that there is no evidence of a Jeffrey Epstein “client list” and that their inquiry will come to a close—though, the law enforcement departments did release an 11-hour video recording from outside Epstein's prison cell in hopes of dispelling claims that Epstein was secretly murdered. There is, however, one-minute from the tape missing—which Attorney General Pam Bondi attempted to explain away when questioned by the press on Tuesday. 5:15pm- Don't worry, Bill Pullman is still alive! Plus, Rich and Justin discuss their favorite Bill Paxton films. Did Matt really pick Titanic? 5:30pm- During a meeting at the White House, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced he has officially nominated President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize. 5:40pm- A Kamala Harris interview was so bizarre that a social media personality decided not to use it, a Washington Post editorial complains about CVS locking up shampoo, Grok has a meltdown on X, and Gov. Ron DeSantis suggests Elon Musk should spend his energy and money fighting for a balanced budget Amendment instead of creating a third party. 6:05pm- While on the red carpet, actor Sean Gunn was asked if MAGA was mad because Superman is an immigrant. Rich sets the record straight: MAGA doesn't hate Superman despite this far-left journalist's claims. 6:30pm- While speaking with the press, President Trump reacted to Senator Jose Padilla's proposed bill which would prevent ICE agents from wearing masks and concealing their personal identity. There have been several recent attacks on ICE facilities—including one attack in McAllen, Texas involving a man with an assault rifle. 6:45pm- According to a re ...

In this episode of ThePrint WorldView, Consulting Editor and foreign policy expert Dr. Swasti Rao sits down with George "David" Banks, one of the rare American policy insiders to have served under three U.S. Presidents—George W. Bush, Barack Obama, and Donald Trump. A seasoned advisor with experience across the CIA, the State Department, and the National Economic and National Security Councils, Banks brings unmatched insight into the tectonic shifts underway in America's political economy. As Trump's former Special Assistant for International Energy and Environment, and Republican Deputy Staff Director at the Senate Environment Committee, he was at the heart of key policy transformations during Trump 1.0. In this candid conversation, Banks unpacks the driving forces behind Trump 2.0's economic populism, the much-debated “Big Beautiful Bill,” and the rationale behind the 10% tariff baseline that signals a permanent shift in U.S. trade policy. He explains why Elon Musk has publicly broken ranks with Trump, how the climate agenda is being sidelined, and why the Republican Party is undergoing a deep identity crisis between isolationism and global cooperation. He also weighs in on India's place in Trump's geopolitical calculus, what has changed, what hasn't, and what New Delhi must prepare for if Trump returns to the White House. #trump #tarrifs #india #us #elonmusk #musk

President Trump holds his sixth cabinet meeting since retaking office, addressing Texas flooding, immigration, tariffs, and the Epstein investigation, along with AG Pam Bondi. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu surprises Trump with a formal nomination for the Nobel Peace Prize, praising him for brokering historic peace deals. A federal judge blocks the BBB provision defunding Planned Parenthood, siding with the group's constitutional challenge just days after a related Supreme Court ruling. A State Department memo reveals an imposter has been mimicking Secretary of State Marco Rubio using AI. Tax Network USA: Call 1-800-958-1000 or visit https://TNUSA.com/MEGYN to speak with a strategist for FREE todayPatriot Mobile: Get a Free Month at https://PatriotMobile.com/MEGYN or call 972-PATRIOT

An ABC News investigation reveals years of discussions by Texas officials about flood warnings systems that were never purchased. The Transportation Security Administration announces the end of shoe checks in security lines. And the State Department claims someone has been contacting foreign governments on Signal, while impersonating Marco Rubio.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Mysterious deaths are shaking Moscow's elite. A growing number of Russian officials and business leaders are turning up dead—from defenestrations to gunshots. Could this be the beginning of a new Putin purge? The Trump administration makes a controversial move, officially removing the terrorism label from a group led by Syria's new president—a potential signal of warming U.S.-Syria relations. American tourists in Mexico City are facing a new wave of resentment, as locals blame them for rising rents, gentrification, and the erosion of local culture. And in today's Back of the Brief—a leaked State Department cable reveals an alarming breach involving artificial intelligence: an unknown actor reportedly used AI to impersonate Secretary of State Marco Rubio via the Signal app. 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 DeleteMe: Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you text PDB to 64000. Message and data rates apply Lean: Visit https://TakeLean.com & use code pb20 for 20% off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 1: 3:05pm- On Monday, President Donald Trump hosted leaders from Mauritania, Gabon, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, and Senegal at the White House—announcing that his administration has “closed the USAID group to eliminate waste, fraud, and abuse.” USAID's responsibilities will now be carried out by the State Department. 3:15pm- While speaking with the press, President Trump reacted to Senator Jose Padilla's proposed bill which would prevent ICE agents from wearing masks and concealing their personal identity. There have been several recent attacks on ICE facilities—including one attack in McAllen, Texas involving a man with an assault rifle. 3:20pm- BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: Rich will be hosting Fox News contributor Gianno Caldwell for a Politics & Pints event on Thursday, July 31st at 7:30pm at the Zlock Performing Arts Center in Newtown, PA. VIP tickets are on sale now at: 1210wpht.com. 3:30pm- According to a report from Fox News Digital, the Department of Justice is criminally investigating former CIA Director John Brennan and former FBI Director James Comey for potential false statements to Congress related to the Trump-Russia probe. 3:45pm- Sen. Dave McCormick—United States Senator from Pennsylvania—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to preview his Energy and Innovation Summit on July 15th. Plus, it has been almost one year since the assassination attempt against President Donald Trump in Butler, PA, when will we finally learn what happened? Sen. McCormick explains: “Honestly, I'm unsatisfied that we don't have answers. I don't understand it.”

The Rich Zeoli Show- Opening Monologue (07/09/2025): On Monday, President Donald Trump hosted leaders from Mauritania, Gabon, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, and Senegal at the White House—announcing that his administration has “closed the USAID group to eliminate waste, fraud, and abuse.” USAID's responsibilities will now be carried out by the State Department.

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. Brennan and Comey Under DOJ Investigation The Department of Justice is investigating former CIA Director John Brennan and former FBI Director James Comey for their roles in the Trump–Russia probe. Allegations include false statements to Congress and broader conspiracies against President Trump. Bryan calls their actions one of the greatest crimes of his lifetime and demands accountability. Supreme Court Empowers Trump to Fire Federal Workers In an 8–1 ruling, the Supreme Court sided with President Trump's effort to carry out mass federal layoffs. The justices made clear the move will likely withstand future legal challenges. Polls show strong public support for downsizing a federal workforce that ballooned under President Biden. Antifa Shoots ICE Agent in Texas, More Attacks Planned A far-left terror cell ambushed an ICE facility in Texas, injuring one agent. Ten people were arrested and charged with attempted murder. In New York, another leftist was arrested for online threats to kill ICE agents and their children. Bryan warns that Democrat rhetoric is fueling real-world violence. State Department Alerts Global Leaders to AI Voice Fraud Foreign ministers and U.S. officials were targeted by an AI-generated voice mimicking Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The State Department has issued new guidance to prevent deception via deepfake audio. Bryan advises listeners to use private “code words” with loved ones as a precaution. Trump Plans Work Permits for Migrant Farm Workers, Long-Term Shift to Automation President Trump's administration may offer work visas to some illegal immigrants in agriculture while pursuing a long-term shift toward farm automation. New weeding robots and AI-driven farm equipment are gaining traction, with a goal of replacing migrant labor with American-led automation. Trump Moves to Ban Chinese Ownership of U.S. Farmland The administration is crafting an executive order to force Chinese nationals off U.S. farmland, especially near military bases. Chinese-owned Smithfield Foods pushes back, but Bryan urges revoking all Chinese visas, citing espionage and sabotage risks. Trump May Send Patriot Missiles to Ukraine as U.S. Stockpiles Shrink The White House is considering a new Patriot missile system for Ukraine. Stocks are already low due to conflicts in Israel and Yemen. Bryan warns that America is risking strategic depletion and urges Europe to step up—possibly with troops on the ground. Dozens of Countries Race to Strike Trade Deals Before Trump's August Deadline European nations are close to locking in low tariff rates, while countries like Thailand, Indonesia, and Bangladesh scramble to avoid steep penalties. BRICS members, including China and India, face an automatic 10% tariff penalty for trying to undermine the U.S. dollar. Trump Imposes 50% Tariff on Copper to Revive U.S. Mining With only three copper smelters left in America and rising dependency on imports, Trump hikes copper tariffs to boost domestic refining and national security. U.S. Removes Terrorist Label from Syrian Rebel Group Trump revokes the terror designation from HTS, a former al-Qaeda affiliate in Syria, citing a high-confidence intel assessment that its leadership has reformed. The move could open Syria to investment and peace talks with Israel. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." – John 8:32

   Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe is headed to NKC Friday to support the new sports authority in Clay County, this is a huge sign of support for the Royals new ballpark being built there.  Meanwhile, Chiefs president Mark Donovan makes another comment suggesting the team has it's eyes on a new stadium in Kansas.    It's been a wild 48 hours after my comments about Patrick Mahomes vacation photos buried 34 minutes deep into Monday's pod.  We appreciate Fox News for actually listening to what I said and getting the story right while everyone else wildly overreacted.  But hey, this is perfect.  I'm serious, the team can make me the bad guy if they want.  Even Mayor Q is piling on.    The Boys are playin' Some Ball again as the Royals have won 5 of 6.  The Big 12 commish drops an incredible stat about the league's QB's and gushes face to face with Avery Johnson on a hot mic.    In DC, an investigation into Russia, Russia, Russia is starting, Trump takes a grandfather clock from the State Department to the White House, Mars candy pushes back against RFK Jr and Overland Park is breaking the bank on a new City Hall.  

President Trump pushed back during his Cabinet meeting about a question regarding Jeffrey Epstein. The DOJ claims Epstein had no list of clients, which is drawing criticism from some of the president's supporters. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports. Chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett joins "CBS Mornings" to break down the DOJ claims that Jeffrey Epstein didn't have a client list and the potential political divisions over handling of the Epstein documents. The State Department says it's investigating after AI was used to impersonate Secretary of State Marco Rubio. According to a cable obtained by CBS News, fake messages were sent to at least five government officials, including three foreign ministries, a U.S. governor and a member of Congress. Dr. Rachel Nazarian, a board certified dermatologist, speaks to "CBS Mornings" about key ingredients in skincare, forming your routine and how to improve your skin health. Are you searching for a refreshing drink to try on a hot summer day? Food and Wine's executive wine editor Rayle Isle and Lucy Simon, a special projects editor, give their recommendations for the best cocktails and wines to try this summer. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Search continues for almost 200 missing in Texas floods. TSA to end shoe removal policy at airport security checkpoints. One-Hit Wonder Wednesday. State Department investigating after AI used to impersonate Marco Rubio and contact officials. New Superman movie faces protest for themes of immigrant identity. 

In today's episode of the Center for Baptist Leadership podcast, William Wolfe sits down with Ambassador Designee for International Religious Freedom at the State Department, former Congressman and Pastor, Mark Walker, to discuss the global fight for religious freedom, working with President Trump, and his service as a pastor and congressman.   Mark Walker is an American politician and former pastor who served as a U.S. Representative for North Carolina's 6th congressional district from 2015 to 2021. A member of the Republican Party, Walker was elected to lead the Republican Study Committee in 2017 and served as vice chair of the House Republican Conference in 2019. In 2024, Walker joined Donald Trump's presidential campaign as director of faith and minority outreach. On April 10, 2025, President Trump announced his intention to nominate Walker as the U.S. Ambassador at Large for International Religious Freedom, a position within the State Department.   Learn more about Mark Walker's work: https://x.com/repmarkwalker   ––––––   Follow Center for Baptist Leadership across Social Media: X / Twitter – https://twitter.com/BaptistLeaders Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/people/Center-For-Baptist-Leadership/61556762144277/ Rumble – https://rumble.com/c/c-6157089 YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@CenterforBaptistLeadership Website – https://centerforbaptistleadership.org/   To book William for media appearances or speaking engagements, please contact him at media@centerfor­baptistleadership.org.   Follow Us on Twitter: William Wolfe - https://twitter.com/William_E_Wolfe Richard Henry - https://twitter.com/RThenry83   Renew the SBC from within and defend the SBC from those who seek its destruction, donate today: https://centerforbaptistleadership.org/donate/   The Center for Baptist Leadership Podcast is powered by American Reformer, recorded remotely in the United States by William Wolfe, and edited by Jared Cummings.   Subscribe to the Center for Baptist Leadership Podcast: Distribute our RSS Feed – https://centerforbaptistleadership.podbean.com/ Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/center-for-baptist-leadership/id1743074575 Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/0npXohTYKWYmWLsHkalF9t Amazon Music // Audible – https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/9ababbdd-6c6b-4ab9-b21a-eed951e1e67b BoomPlay – https://www.boomplaymusic.com/podcasts/96624 TuneIn – Coming Soon iHeartRadio – https://iheart.com/podcast/170321203 Listen Notes – https://lnns.co/2Br0hw7p5R4 Pandora – Coming Soon PlayerFM – https://player.fm/series/3570081 Podchaser – https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/the-center-for-baptist-leaders-5696654 YouTube Podcasts – https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFMvfuzJKMICA7wi3CXvQxdNtA_lqDFV

In this vital episode of Shoulder to Shoulder, Pastor Doug and Rabbi Pesach are joined by Dr. David Wurmser—Middle East expert and former senior advisor to the U.S. State Department and Vice President Cheney—to analyze how Israel's war with Iran has transformed the geopolitical landscape of the region. What are the new realities Israel must face? How have alliances shifted, and what threats—and opportunities—now define the post-war Middle East? This conversation is essential listening for anyone who wants to understand what comes next for Israel and her neighbors.

The DOJ announces that there is no incriminating client list in the Epstein files despite the administration having promised MAGA influencers that there would be bombshell revelations in the case. Plus: the State Department drops the "terrorist" designation for the Al-Qaeda affiliated HTS organization, showing the emptiness of the "terrorism" label.  ------------------------------------------- Watch full episodes on Rumble, streamed LIVE 7pm ET. Become part of our Locals community Follow System Update:  Twitter Instagram TikTok Facebook  

President Donald Trump held an hour and 45 minutes cabinet meeting during which he said the new August 1st date when tariff levels he is imposing on other countries are to take effect will not be extended, compared Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) to "Saturday Night Live" character of "The Pathological Liar" after Sen. Schumer called for an investigation into whether National Weather Service budget cuts impacted forecasting and warnings of the deadly central Texas floods, confirmed that defense weapons will be sent to Ukraine to help defend against Russia's latest air attacks, said he will meet again with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to try to advance a ceasefire with Hamas in Gaza, and called a reporter's question about Jeffrey Epstein a "waste the time"  and a 'desecration' when there are other important issues to discuss; Senate has two weeks to pass a nearly $10 billion rescissions package canceling funding for global health and foreign aid programs, and public broadcasting or the bill dies. We will talk about it Axios Senate reporter Stephen Neukam (22); TSA is no longer requiring air travelers to remove their shoes for security screenings; Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins announces a plan to counter Chinese company purchases of U.S. farmland; State Department is asked about a person using Artificial Intelligence to pose as Secretary of State Marco Rubio and contact foreign ministers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In this episode of The Daily Herold, Jon Herold grapples with the uproar over the DOJ's Epstein memo, which declared there was no incriminating client list or credible blackmail evidence. Jon plays fresh clips of Trump dismissing further Epstein questions as a distraction and Pam Bondi giving an unconvincing explanation for missing video footage and ambiguous records. He reflects on how influencers, not Trump himself, fueled expectations about “the list,” and why the lack of resolution feels like a deliberate demoralization tactic. Shifting gears, Jon covers Trump's flurry of tariff letters to 14 countries, new White House policies freezing federal hiring, and calls for the Fed's Jerome Powell to resign over interest rate mismanagement. Other highlights include ICE raids that triggered panic in Los Angeles, an Obama-appointed judge blocking Congress's Planned Parenthood defunding, and the State Department quietly removing a Syrian rebel group from the terror list. Jon wraps up by stressing that without real election reform, none of the policy victories will matter, urging listeners to stay focused on fixing the voting system before the midterms rather than getting lost in narrative psyops. 

Jason Saltzman is an entrepreneur and thought leader dedicated to creating meaningful impact through innovation. As the founder of Relief, he's revolutionizing debt management, helping people regain control of their financial futures. Full Podcast Link: https://bit.ly/JasonSaltzmanPodcastEPWith two successful business exits, over a decade of mentoring startups at Techstars, and experience teaching entrepreneurship, Jason brings unmatched expertise in building and scaling transformative ventures. Jason's influence extends beyond business. He's been a contributing writer for Inc Magazine and Entrepreneur, sharing valuable insights with a global audience, and has represented the U.S. as a Speaker for the State Department, inspiring entrepreneurs around the world. Now, as Co-Chair of MIT's REAP program, he's shaping the future of entrepreneurial ecosystems.

The federal spending bill calls for a reduction in Medicaid spending by an estimated $930 billion over the next decade. The shared federal-state health program currently provides insurance coverage to more than 70 million Americans with low incomes. Effects of the cuts will not only be felt by low-income Pennsylvanians, but through the state's hospitals and even nursing homes. The Trump administration is holding up nearly $7 billion dollars in federal funding that Congress had already approved for educational programs. Pennsylvania and other states were slated to get the money on July 1st. The State Department of Labor and Industry continues to offer support to workers impacted by the idling of the Cleveland-Cliffs Steelton plant. Assistance has included transition information and a job fair. Two Pittsburgh universities are among those working to understand the impact artificial intelligence is having on jobs. The study aims to get ahead of technology shocks that may change how people work. Developers in Pennsylvania who want to skip the line for certain environmental permits can apply through a new program from the state Department of Environmental Protection called Streamlining Permits for Economic Expansion and Development, or SPEED. A Dauphin County judge collapsed while riding his bike and was taken to Penn State Hershey Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead last Friday. Judge Michael J. Smith was a Magisterial District Judge of 20 years. In Centre County, efforts to strip control of a troubled rural water company from its longtime family owner have hit another roadblock, again delaying a permanent fix to years of unreliable service. Rock Spring Water Company and owner J. Roy Campbell recently rejected a $65,000 offer from nearby State College Borough Water Authority to buy the private system, according to reporting by our partners at Spotlight PA. Nine people were rescued from the Swatara Creek by the Hershey Volunteer Fire Department on the 4th of July. It happened near the Hershey Dam, a low-head dam operated by Pennsylvania American Water. Those rescued included three children. Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

State Department law enforcement officer Mark Pemberton joins The Feds this week, detailing the retaliation he has experienced over the past five years. In 2020, Mark refused to sign a statement agreeing to follow CDC guidance outside of work hours. In addition, citing the information given in the package insert, Mark also refused to take the provided COVID-19 tests. For that, in conjunction with the accusation that Mark was a white extremist due to his statement that he wanted to get married and have a family, Mark was labeled an “insider threat.” Five years later, his superiors are currently considering a 6-day suspension for Mark due to his declination of the COVID-19 testing. The government-wide weaponization of disciplinary and administrative processes must be addressed in this current Trump administration. Specifically in Mark's case, the State Department's Office of Special Investigations has a terrible reputation for using abusive administrative and disciplinary techniques for issues that should have resulted in an investigation, not in disciplinary action. Those who refused the COVID protocols, pushing back against the mandates, are still experiencing this weaponization firsthand.Check out Feds For Freedom's SubstackWatch and listen to The Feds on any of these platforms: https://taplink.cc/fedsforfreedomSupport the Work of Feds For Freedom https://www.fedsforfreedom.org/donateFollow Feds For Freedom on Social Media Instagram/X (Twitter)/Facebook: @feds4freedomusa

The show opens with more discussion over the DOJ's and the FBI's Sunday night memo claiming Epstein committed suicide and had no list of clients. Even CNN cannot buy it. Then, on top of it, we had a very irritated and condescending explanation from AG Pam Bondi on the whole premise. It was preceded by an even more condescending comment from President Trump. A radical activist judge now believes she has power over the Congress. The Leftist judge thinks she can cancel part of a law that demanded tax dollars will no longer be used to fund Planned Parenthood. We provide an example of how the Legacy/mainstream media are nothing but propagandist shills for their own Democrat party by showing us was MSNBC's Katy Tur said two weeks after Hurricane Helene versus three days after the storms in Texas. By the way, did you know a cloud-seeding company was working to make it rain in that part of Texas just two days earlier? The Judge in Milwaukee who tried to help an illegal avoid ICE has been told she does not have judicial immunity in the case. Thus, her trial will proceed. There is a new branding to the Deep State and it is called DemocracyAID. It is a group made of former members of USAID and the State Department, with the stated mission of toppling Donald Trump and this country via color revolution. 10 members of a radical Antifa movement in Texas will be charged with multiple felonies after plotting to kill ICE employees. Another radical judge believes Laken Riley's murderer needs to be checked for mental competency to see if he should get another trial. The NEA, the biggest public school teacher's union in the country seems to have adopted a new agenda for their members, all of it based on anti-Trump messaging. Pay attention to what the teachers are going to be telling your children this school year. Another investigation shows a group going by the 50501 label are all interconnected with Communist and violent extremist groups. Needless to say they are all aligned with the Democrats. Finally, it looks like the Secretary of Agriculture is moving to make sure the CCP and other adversarial nations cannot buy up our farmland. It's a common sense policy, so you can be assured most Democrats will try to stop it. 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!!

*Earnest joined us via telephone call, so some parts of this interview may be difficult to understand due to unreliable audio quality. We apologize for the inconvenience.Today's guest is Ernest Latham. Ernest is a graduate of Dartmouth College and Roosevelt University. During his career with the US State Department, Ernest worked all over the world, including Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, and West Germany. From 1983 to 1987, he was assigned to the US Embassy in Bucharest, Romania as a cultural attache where he was under constant surveillance by the Romanian Securitate Intelligence Organization as a suspected CIA case officer.Following his retirement from the State Department and the collapse of the Romanian government at the end of the Cold War, Ernest was able to get access to the counterintelligence file compiled by the Securitate in the 1980s. This was an incredibly rare opportunity to find out just what a foreign intelligence organization learned and surmised about an American government employee in their country.  He's here today to discuss his years with the State Department in Romania.Connect with Spycraft 101:Get Justin's latest book, Murder, Intrigue, and Conspiracy: Stories from the Cold War and Beyond, here.spycraft101.comIG: @spycraft101Shop: shop.spycraft101.comPatreon: Spycraft 101Find Justin's first book, Spyshots: Volume One, here.Check out Justin's second book, Covert Arms, here.Download the free eBook, The Clandestine Operative's Sidearm of Choice, here.History by MailWho knew? Not me! Learn something new every month. Use code JUSTIN10 for 10% off your subscription.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

Japan and South Korea face 25% US tariffs from 1 August. Donald Trump sent tariff letters to twelve other countries on Monday with details of the tariffs they could face. Sam Fenwick gets insight on what President Trump could be thinking from Matthew Bartlett — a Republican strategist and former Trump appointee to the State Department during his first term.Also, we hear about vibrant street murals which are bringing flocks of tourists to a once-deserted hamlet in southern Italy.

Is a new political force emerging in America — or is Elon Musk's latest stunt just another billionaire ego trip? Has the bromance between Trump and Musk officially ended? And what does it all mean for the future of U.S. politics?Meanwhile, the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza deepens, with the U.S. foreign policy establishment facing growing internal dissent. Is America now losing influence not just in the Middle East, but across the world?On this episode of The Mother of All Talk Shows, George Galloway exposes the cracks in the American empire and the mounting resistance to its global dominance. From Tehran to Washington, from Gaza to Capitol Hill, we unpack the unraveling of U.S. credibility — militarily, morally, and politically.Featuring:

Today's West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy Podcast for our especially special Daily Special, Blue Moon Spirits Fridays, is now available on the Spreaker Player!Starting off in the Bistro Cafe, King Krasnov gave an Independence Day speech for the ages at the Iowa State Fair.Then, on the rest of the menu, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is the one responsible for halting aid to Ukraine, blindsiding the State Department; Alina Habba has been under professional investigation for a year in a hush money scheme for Trump; and, the Georgia chapter of a Confederacy group filed a lawsuit against a state park for breaking state law by planning an exhibit on slavery, segregation and white supremacy.After the break, we move to the Chef's Table where hours after US anti missile shipments were halted to Ukraine, Russia hammered Kyiv in the largest missile and drone barrage since the war began; and, a strike by air traffic controllers is disrupting travel to, from and over France.All that and more, on West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy with Chef de Cuisine Justice Putnam.Bon Appétit!The Netroots Radio Live Player​Keep Your Resistance Radio Beaming 24/7/365!“Structural linguistics is a bitterly divided and unhappy profession, and a large number of its practitioners spend many nights drowning their sorrows in Ouisghian Zodahs.” ― Douglas Adams "The Restaurant at the End of the Universe"Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/west-coast-cookbook-speakeasy--2802999/support.

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, for a Thursday Headline Brief loaded with domestic and international news shaping America and the world. Trump's Vietnam Trade Deal Squeezes China President Trump inks a deal with Vietnam that lowers tariffs for goods made entirely in-country but hikes them for products involving Chinese parts. The strategy, already seen in UK trade talks, aims to boost U.S. exports while isolating China from global supply chains. Wyoming Rare Earth Find Could Weaken China's Grip A new mine in Wyoming, free of radioactive contaminants, is set to produce 3% of U.S. rare earth needs. It's a small step, but one supported by parallel efforts in Texas, California, Nebraska, and allied nations like Canada and Brazil. USAID Shut Down and Folded Into State Department The U.S. Agency for International Development is officially closed. 80% of its grants are canceled, and the rest will be directed by the State Department. The White House says it's a cost-cutting move and cites political bias at the agency, which historically donated heavily to Democrats. Amazon's 1 Millionth Robot Signals Workforce Shift Amazon hits a milestone in AI and robotics deployment. Though the company claims productivity has improved, CEO Andy Jassy confirms the long-term trend is toward a smaller human workforce. Experts warn that emerging AI systems increasingly lie and blackmail when they sense replacement. Hershey Joins Industry in Ditching Artificial Dyes Following the lead of companies like General Mills and Heinz, Hershey will remove synthetic dyes from products by 2027, as part of a broader trend toward cleaner foods. Parkinson's Breakthrough: Gut and Mouth Bacteria Offer Early Warning New research from King's College London finds that changes in oral and gut microbiomes may predict the early onset of Parkinson's. A diagnostic test is in development, with prebiotic-rich diets and oral hygiene suggested as first-line prevention. Iran Acknowledges Major Damage from U.S. Strike Iran's foreign minister admits that Fordow and other nuclear sites were “seriously and heavily damaged” by Trump's Operation Midnight Hammer. Tehran is now expelling international inspectors and cracking down on suspected Western spies with public paranoia, checkpoints, and mass arrests. Australia Retreats on Methane Cuts from Livestock After years of failed efforts to reduce methane from cows and sheep, Australia is rolling back its emissions goals. Officials admit selective breeding and feed additives produced zero results. Bryan reminds listeners that China remains the largest global emitter. Colombia Confirms Discovery of the $20 Billion San Jose Shipwreck New analysis of coins found at the wreck site proves it is the legendary Spanish galleon that sank in 1708 with treasure equivalent to $20 billion today. A legal battle looms over ownership, with claims from Spain, Colombia, U.S. firms, and Indigenous Bolivians. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." – John 8:32

Charges from a recent operation by the Immigration and Customs Enforcement suggest that a new type of criminal charge is being used against illegal immigrants working in the United States. Individuals are being charged with “aggravated identity theft,” suggesting that the administration could now be enforcing a crime that is commonly committed by illegal immigrant workers.Meanwhile, the U.S. State Department is also taking on a new image, having just unveiled a new “patriotic ‘America First' rebranding.”Views expressed in this video are opinions of the host and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Epoch Times.

As of July 1, what remains of USAID's programming is being folded into the State Department. The independent agency, created 64 years ago to advance American values and support global humanitarian causes, is no more. With USAID's demise comes a staggering human cost. The Lancet today published a study finding that more than 14 million people — a third of them children — will die by 2030 if current U.S. foreign aid cuts remain in place. Behind those numbers are countless stories of tragedy — and heroism. My guest today, Katharine Houreld, is the Bureau Chief for East and Southern Africa for The Washington Post, who recently reported from Sudan on the devastating impact of the swift and sudden cutoff of American aid. We begin our conversation with the stories of individuals living through it — from the grieving mother of a toddler who died of an easily preventable chest infection, to the soup kitchen volunteers fighting to keep their neighbors alive as food supplies vanish. Support the show at a 40% discount https://www.globaldispatches.org/40PercentOff 

Although it's not clear that Israeli leaders want to end the "Forever War" they launched in the aftermath of the Hamas attack of October 7, 2023, the US has enough leverage to force a truce, argues Georgetown University visiting scholar, Khaled Elgindy. Annelle Sheline, a former State Department official who quit in protest of President Biden's Gaza policies, argues that Israel's war was “not really about Hamas” but more about the Israeli desire to control Gaza, the West Bank and the wider region. Sheline and Elgindy delve into the details of the proposed ceasefire deal with host Steve Clemons. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish/ Download AJE Mobile App: https://aje.io/AJEMobile #aljazeera #aljazeeraenglish #aljazeeranewslive

House is slowing working on the modified Budget Reconciliation bill, the tax cut & spending cut 'One Big Beautiful Bill', passed yesterday by the Senate with VP JD Vance's tie-breaking vote, slowly because Speaker Mike Johnson and President Donald Trump have been meeting with both conservative and moderate Republicans opposed to the bill for different reasons, either it does not cut enough spending or cuts too much, and Republicans can only afford to lose 3 of their Members since all Democrats plans to vote 'no'; FCC Chair Brendan Carr lays out what he calls a 'Build America' agenda in his first major policy speech as chair to “unleash high-speed infrastructure builds…. restore America's leadership in wireless… boost the U.S. space economy…. and advance our national security'"; interview with Variety Senior TV Editor Brian Steinberg on Paramount settling a lawsuit with President Trump over the editing of a CBS News' "60 Minutes" interview with then Democratic Presidential nominee Kamala Harris (24); State Department and Pentagon comment on the U.S. reportedly pausing some weapons shipments to Ukraine, including air defense missiles Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this marathon pre–Fourth of July broadcast, CannCon and Chris Paul break down the Senate's passage of Trump's massive “One Big Beautiful Bill,” exploring whether the legislation is a genuine America First achievement or an elaborate setup to expose the unit party. They debate potential moves like line-item vetoes, impoundments, and rescissions, and how these could reshape executive power and funding battles. The hosts also cover the end of USAID as a standalone agency, with foreign aid shifting under the State Department and igniting media panic over “14 million projected deaths.” They tackle Elon Musk's threats to launch the America Party, the political theater around CBS paying Trump a massive settlement, and arguments over free speech after CNN promoted an app tracking ICE agents. Other highlights include John Diddy Combs's partial conviction, Ukraine weapons cuts, and Luhansk's final integration into Russia. The episode wraps with Trump's vow to claw back funding from Ivy League schools pushing transgender athletes, reflections on the Smith-Mundt Act's propaganda legacy, and an epic tangent about the broken two-party system.

The primary discussion revolves around the Idaho shooting, which the speaker suggests is "likely a hoax" and part of a "psychological warfare" operation. Key points raised regarding the Idaho incident include:Geographic and Date Coincidences: The shooting occurred in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, known as "ground zero for the Aryan Nations". The event's timing coincided with the anniversary of the "Aryan Inferno" in 2001, where local firefighters burned down the Aryan Nation's security house as a training exercise. This date also falls "several weeks after 6-11-01, which is when Timothy McVeigh was executed".Suspect Details and "Red Flags": The alleged shooter, Wes Riley/Rowley, is a 20-year-old who reportedly wanted to be a firefighter but ambushed them after starting a wildfire. The speaker points to "red flags," such as the shooter's stepdad being an "Army Cavalry Scout biker gang member" with a "Nazi code" (1488) on his knuckles and an "anti-terrorism certification with the State Department". These details, along with the rapid and hyped media coverage and the sheriff's unusual suggestion for citizens to engage the shooter, lead the speaker to believe it's a "story being rolled out".The "Hoax Code": The number "33" is frequently cited as a "hoax code" for insiders, appearing in the 33-year anniversary of Ruby Ridge and the 33 state police officers commended for their response to the Trump assassination attempt.The program expands on broader themes of psychological operations (PSYOPs) and media manipulation:Integrated Institutions: The speaker asserts that "all of these psychological operations do make use of your fire departments, your police departments, as well as the integration with the DHS and the media". It's suggested that "the firefighters are the perps" in events like the "9-11 hoax," which was a "drill that was sold to the public as a real terror event"."Informed Disbelief": The program advocates for "informed disbelief" as an "updated operating system" for consuming media, moving beyond "low information believers" who rely on headlines. This approach seeks to separate "real from fake" through "clear-headed reasoning".Critique of Conspiracy Theories: The speaker criticizes certain conspiracy theories, such as "chemtrails," as "long-debunked" and propagated by "paid shill[s] or propaganda mule[s]". Claims like "everything is fake" are dismissed as "shallow" and a "CIA narrative designed to discredit what we're doing". The "elite gender inversion" claim is also deemed "ridiculous" and "disinformation". JFK Assassination: The speaker notes a largely unnoticed 2023 Vanity Fair article revealing that JFK had "staged his own murder" in a 16-minute silent home movie with his wife, Jackie, two months before his actual assassination, which included him lying "on the ground covered in Heinz 57 ketchup". Here are five quotes from the transcript:"The purpose of this is continuity. I can't always make it to the studio, but I always have a lot to say because there's always a lot happening. And to stay in sync with it, to remain informed, I think it's important to keep some kind of communication going here.""The psychological warfare and how this thing in Idaho is likely a hoax based on certain things that happen to coincide with it.""I'm making these statements in full awareness that these victims are fake.""The fact of it is all of these psychological operations do make use of your fire departments, your police departments, as well as the integration with the DHS and the media. It is super integrated and there are sellouts in all of these institutions.""Yeah, 33 state police officers recognized for a response to Trump assassination attempt. 33. Why is that? Again, I think you all know the answer. It's the hoax code. It's so the insiders know not to take it too seriously. So they know it's a plot change, a plot twist."

Senate Republicans are racing to get their sprawling bill to the House. The Wall Street Journal’s Richard Rubin joins to explain the financial maneuver Republicans are using to say that their tax-cut extensions will not impact the federal budget. As USAID is absorbed into the State Department, the Washington Post’s Katharine Houreld tells us funding how cuts are hurting people in Sudan. The Trump administration has repurposed an app from the previous administration to encourage migrants to self-deport. The Atlantic’s Nick Miroff has more. Plus, a victim of the attacks in Boulder died, why roads buckle in extreme heat, and how the WNBA is poised to expand. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

In our news wrap Tuesday, jurors in the sex trafficking trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs reached a verdict on four of the five counts and will return for deliberations, 165 international charities and aid organizations are calling for a shutdown of the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation that has been plagued by violence and USAID was officially closed and absorbed into the State Department. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the Trump budget bill which passed the Senate today and also the latest episode in the feud between President Donald Trump and Elon Musk. Then, they talk about Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's comments today that Trump's tariff policies have helped keep interest rates high. Plus, the Democratic National Committee announces summertime plans to build enthusiasm for the party in “non-political spaces". Next, they discuss today's official closing of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and Secretary of State Marco Rubio's plans to cut 15% of the State Department's personnel. Then finally, RCP contributor Maggie Miller talks with RealClear Investigations writer John Murawski about his latest expose looking into how during Pride Month, some public libraries have moved beyond celebrations of LGBTQ+ identity to include sexually explicit content, radical gender ideology, and overt political messaging—even in books and displays aimed at very young children.

When you talk about operations at the edge, the State Department is up there among federal agencies with largest forward-deployed mission sets. With more than 270 posts that diplomats work out of in foreign territories, the State Department has a massive footprint at the edge. And according to Gharun Lacy, State's Deputy Assistant Secretary for Cyber & Technology Security, each of those posts comes with its own unique challenges in securing their digital operations. Earlier this month, I hosted Lacy for a fireside chat at the GDIT Emerge: Edge Forward event, during which we discussed how State is innovating at the edge to boost security of consulates and embassies, how the department incentivizes innovation, the adoption of emerging technologies at the edge, and much more. U.S. authorities unsealed indictments, seized financial accounts and made an arrest in the latest attempt to crack down on North Korean remote IT workers as part of a coordinated action that the Justice Department announced Monday. The workers obtained employment at more than 100 U.S. companies using stolen and fake identities, costing them millions in damages and losses. The crackdown also included the seizure of websites and searches of 29 known or suspected “laptop farms” across 16 states that hosted victim company-provided laptops used to deceive companies. The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Massachusetts and the DOJ's National Security Division arrested Zhenxing “Danny” Wang of New Jersey on Monday pursuant to a five-count indictment of Wang and eight alleged co-conspirators, all Chinese and Taiwanese nationals. A second five-count indictment from the Northern District of Georgia charged four North Korean nationals. The Department of Homeland Security is canceling a $10 billion IT and software contract, a move that comes amid the Trump administration's push to route all deals through the General Services Administration. In a posting Friday, DHS said the decision to scrap all existing IT value-added reseller deals under its FirstSource III contract aligns with recent executive orders and was made following “a thorough analysis of active contract awards and solicitations to assess mission-criticality and continued needs.” The cancellation also includes solicitations and evaluations of proposals submitted via a second category for software, per the posting, and no additional awards will be made. Also in this episode: Deloitte's Ed Van Buren and Google Public Sector's Amina Al Sherif join SNG host Wyatt Kash in a sponsored podcast discussion on why agentic AI is essential for agencies striving to scale operations, lower costs and enhance efficiency. This segment was sponsored by Deloitte. The Daily Scoop Podcast is available every Monday-Friday afternoon. If you want to hear more of the latest from Washington, subscribe to The Daily Scoop Podcast  on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Spotify and YouTube.

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CISA warns organizations of potential cyber threats from Iranian state-sponsored actors.Scattered Spider targets aviation and transportation. Workforce cuts at the State Department raise concerns about weakened cyber diplomacy. Canada bans Chinese security camera vendor Hikvision over national security concerns.Cisco Talos reports a rise in cybercriminals abusing Large Language Models. MacOS malware Poseidon Stealer rebrands.Researchers discover multiple vulnerabilities in Bluetooth chips used in headphones and earbuds. The FDA issues new guidance on medical device cybersecurity. Our guest is  Debbie Gordon, Co-Founder of Cloud Range, looking “Beyond the Stack - Why Cyber Readiness Starts with People.” An IT worker's revenge plan backfires. 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 On today's Industry Voices segment, Debbie Gordon, Co-Founder of Cloud Range, shares insights on looking “Beyond the Stack - Why Cyber Readiness Starts with People.” Learn more about what Debbie discusses in Cloud Range's blog: Bolstering Your Human Security Posture. You can hear Debbie's full conversation here. Selected Reading CISA and Partners Urge Critical Infrastructure to Stay Vigilant in the Current Geopolitical Environment (CISA) Joint Statement from CISA, FBI, DC3 and NSA on Potential Targeted Cyber Activity Against U.S. Critical Infrastructure by Iran (CISA, FBI, DOD Cyber Crime Center, NSA)  Prolific cybercriminal group now targeting aviation, transportation companies (Axios) U.S. Cyber Diplomacy at Risk Amid State Department Shakeup (GovInfo Security) Canada Bans Chinese CCTV Vendor Hikvision Over National Security Concerns (Infosecurity Magazine) Malicious AI Models Are Behind a New Wave of Cybercrime, Cisco Talos (Hackread) MacOS malware Poseidon Stealer rebranded as Odyssey Stealer (SC Media) Airoha Chip Vulnerabilities Expose Headphones to Takeover (SecurityWeek) FDA Expands Premarket Medical Device Cyber Guidance (GovInfo Security) 'Disgruntled' British IT worker jailed for hacking employer after being suspended (The Record) 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

The Senate GOP cuts deals to pass Trump's One Big, Beautiful Bill over the weekend. Zohran Mamdani goes on the Sunday Morning talk show circuit and claims he doesn't think that we should have billionaires. 2 Idaho firefighters were shot and killed in an ambush by a man who intentionally set fire.  More of Zohran Mamdani's extreme platform gets revealed. The State Department moves to BLOCK the British rap group, “Bob Vylan” from entering the US after their anti-Semitic chants at the Glastonbury music festival. Michelle Obama says the ability to create life is the “least significant function of a woman's reproductive system”.  Zohran Mamdani refuses to condemn the Intifada.  Rep. Chip Roy joins us to discuss the Senate passage of the Big, Beautiful Bill, why he is still a “no” on the final bill, how to cut the waste in Medicaid and more. Pete Buttigieg passes Gavin Newsom in 2028 polls for the Democratic frontrunner. Stephen Yates from Heritage joins us to discuss the Iran fallout, China's involvement, and more. A new app called ICEBlock notifies illegal immigrants of ICE agents in their area. Thank you for supporting our sponsors that make The Dana Show possible…Allio CapitalReady to take control of your financial future? Download the Allio app from the App Store or Google Play, or text my name “DANA” to 511511. Download the Allio app or text “DANA” to 511511 today.Relief Factorhttps://ReliefFactor.com OR CALL 1-800-4-RELIEFTurn the clock back on pain with Relief Factor. Get their 3-week Relief Factor Quick Start for only $19.95 today! Byrnahttps://Byrna.com/danaGet your hands on the new compact Byrna CL. Visit Byrna.com/Dana receive 10% off Patriot Mobilehttps://PatriotMobile.com/DanaDana's personal cell phone provider is Patriot Mobile. Get a FREE MONTH of service code DANAHumanNhttps://HumanN.comFind both the new SuperBerine and the #1 bestselling SuperBeets Heart Chews at Sam's Club!Angel Studioshttps://Angel.com/danaStream King of Kings, check out fan-picked shows, and claim your member perks.

The State Department moves to BLOCK the British rap group, “Bob Vylan” from entering the US after their anti-Semitic chants at the Glastonbury music festival. Meanwhile, Michelle Obama says the ability to create life is the “least significant function of a woman's reproductive system”.Thank you for supporting our sponsors that make The Dana Show possible…Allio CapitalReady to take control of your financial future? Download the Allio app from the App Store or Google Play, or text my name “DANA” to 511511. Download the Allio app or text “DANA” to 511511 today.Relief Factorhttps://ReliefFactor.com OR CALL 1-800-4-RELIEFTurn the clock back on pain with Relief Factor. Get their 3-week Relief Factor Quick Start for only $19.95 today! Byrnahttps://Byrna.com/danaGet your hands on the new compact Byrna CL. Visit Byrna.com/Dana receive 10% off Patriot Mobilehttps://PatriotMobile.com/DanaDana's personal cell phone provider is Patriot Mobile. Get a FREE MONTH of service code DANAHumanNhttps://HumanN.comFind both the new SuperBerine and the #1 bestselling SuperBeets Heart Chews at Sam's Club!Angel Studioshttps://Angel.com/danaStream King of Kings, check out fan-picked shows, and claim your member perks.

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit andrewsullivan.substack.comPaul is a writer, an editor, and an old friend. He's a regular contributor to The New Yorker and a senior fellow in Georgetown's Berkley Center for Religion, Peace, and World Affairs. He's the author of The Life You Save May Be Your Own and Reinventing Bach, and his new book is The Last Supper: Art, Faith, Sex, and Controversy in the 1980s.For two clips of our convo — on Martin Scorsese's extraordinary religious films, and the strikingly resilient Catholicism of Andy Warhol — head to our YouTube page.Other topics: Paul raised in upstate NY as a child of Vatican II; his great-uncle was the bishop of Burlington who attended the 2nd Council; Thomas Merton and Flannery O'Connor as formative influences; working in publishing with McPhee and Wolfe; Cullen Murphy on the historical Christ; Jesus as tetchy; Czesław Miłosz; Leonard Cohen making it cool to be religious; the row over The Last Temptation of Christ and Scorsese's response with Silence; Bill Donahue the South Park caricature; Bono and U2; The Smiths; The Velvet Underground; Madonna and her Catholic upbringing; “Like A Prayer” and “Papa Don't Preach”; her campaign for condom use; when I accidentally met her at a party; Camille Paglia; Warhol the iconographer; his near-death experience that led to churchgoing; Robert Mapplethorpe; S&M culture in NYC; Andres Serrano's “Piss Christ”; Jesse Helms' crusade against the NEA; Sinead O'Connor's refusal to get an abortion; tearing up the JP II photo on SNL; the sex-abuse crisis; Cardinal O'Connor; the AIDS crisis; ACT-UP's antics at St. Patrick's Cathedral; the AIDS quilt as a cathedral; and Paul's gobsmacking omission of the Pet Shop Boys.Coming up: Edward Luce on the war with Iran, Walter Isaacson on Ben Franklin, Tara Zahra on the revolt against globalization after WWI, Thomas Mallon on the AIDS crisis, and Johann Hari turning the tables to interview me. (NS Lyons indefinitely postponed a pod appearance — and his own substack — because he just accepted an appointment at the State Department; and the Arthur Brooks pod is postponed because of calendar conflicts.) Please send any guest recs, dissents, and other comments to dish@andrewsullivan.com.

Ben Fowle left finance as a young man and together with his young wife, they spent two decades travelling the world for the Foreign Service & CIA.  Along the way they raised their two daughters, and after many adventures returned to the US, where he switched to the private sector and found a love for jiu-jitsu.   0.00:    Ben's Background in Finance and Trading 5.00:    Leaving Finance to Join the State Department and CIA 8.00:    Maximizing economic opportunities in the US 14.00:  Life in Lagos, Nigeria 22.00:  Government, incentives, relationships and what makes the US Special 29.00:  Tanzania and Kilimanjaro 34.30:  Life in Djibouti 40.00:  Dreams in Italy and Philippines 48.00:  Raising two athletes   Until next time, love and good vibes.  Podcast Website: https://enterthelionheart.com/ Check out the latest episode here: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/enter-the-lionheart/id1554904704 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4tD7VvMUvnOgChoNYShbcI