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Dave Rubin of "The Rubin Report" talks to Winston Marshall and Sean Spicer about CNN's Abby Phillip getting uncomfortable as Batya Ungar-Sargon calmly debunks the entire "war Crimes" narrative concerning Pete Hegseth's orders regarding a second strike on a Venezuelan drug boat with a series of facts that Democrats would like to continue to ignore; Jesse Watters and Stephen Miller getting a huge laugh as ABC News' host of "This Week" Martha Raddatz reveals new details of the drug boat strike that backs up Pete Hegseth and the Trump administration's version of events; a resurfaced clip of Joe Biden from 1989 that is going viral where he pushed for more aggressive tactics to fight narco terrorists in the war on drugs; Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's pathetic response to getting grilled about his lack of concern of the shocking amount of teenage shootings occurring in the downtown Chicago area; Donald Trump's brutally honest response to being told that Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey is proud of the Minnesota Somali community after allegations of massive fraud against the state;a CNN host by New Orleans City Councilwoman Lesli Harris refusing to accept any help from ICE to handle violent criminals who target minors; and much more. WATCH the MEMBER-EXCLUSIVE segment of the show here: https://rubinreport.locals.com/ Check out the NEW RUBIN REPORT MERCH here: https://daverubin.store/ ---------- Today's Sponsors: Rumble Premium - Corporate America is fighting to remove speech, Rumble is fighting to keep it. If you really believe in this fight Rumble is offering $10 off with the promo code RUBIN when you purchase an annual subscription. Go to: https://Rumble.com/premium/RUBIN and use promo code RUBIN

Episode 1,112 of The Clay Edwards Show (Friday, December 5, 2025) – Episode Summary Clay opens the show reacting to the breaking news that Netflix has won the bidding war to acquire Warner Brothers Discovery's studio assets (including HBO and the Max streaming service) in a roughly $72 billion deal. He calls it one of the worst possible outcomes for fans of quality entertainment, predicting that Netflix's track record of low-effort originals, abrupt endings, and heavy ideological slant will now infect iconic Warner franchises. He laments the loss of Taylor Sheridan (creator of Yellowstone, Tulsa King, Landman, etc.) from Paramount and worries that further media consolidation will kill competition in both film and professional wrestling (pointing to WWE's existing Netflix deal and the risk that AEW loses its TV home).The bulk of the first hour is spent on hard-hitting cultural and local-crime commentary:Strong criticism of rap/hip-hop culture and its decades-long negative impact on segments of the black community, arguing that stereotypes are earned, not given, and that “race reality is not racism.” Detailed breakdown of a recent car theft and shootout in an upscale, predominantly black Gluckstadt subdivision allegedly committed by four young men from Jackson. Clay compares their mugshots to “Somali pirates” and argues this is the exact reason today's real-estate market in the Jackson metro is driven almost entirely by one factor: how far you can move away from high-crime areas while keeping a reasonable commute. He insists good black families can never fully escape the criminal element in their extended families or social circles, especially around holidays. Second hour shifts to national stories: Celebration of the Trump administration's aggressive military action against fentanyl-laden narco terrorist speedboats, calling it “the war on drugs done right” and mocking Democrats who are defending the traffickers. Breaking coverage of the arrest of January 6 pipe-bomber suspect Brian Cole Jr., a black Democrat with apparent ties to activist circles. Clay hammers CNN for repeatedly calling the suspect “a 30-year-old white man” while his photo was on screen, and calls out local media (specifically WLBT) for completely ignoring the story because it undermines the “white supremacist insurrection” narrative. Other quick hits: David L. Archie caught on video throwing punches at a St. Andrews private-school basketball game (the same security guard who went viral getting punched at last year's Mistletoe Marketplace brawl took the hits again). Strong condemnation of Candace Owens for what Clay calls unhinged, attention-seeking accusations that Turning Point USA staff and leadership were complicit in Charlie Kirk's murder. He reiterates his long-standing opinion that Owens is a grifter who monetized being “the acceptable black conservative” and has now gone off the deep end. Throughout the episode Clay maintains his signature unfiltered, no-sugar-coating style: blunt on crime, culture, media consolidation, the drug war, and political grifters, while repeatedly telling listeners he speaks this way “because I love you and have to live around you.” The show closes with Clay promising to “land the plane” strong and return Monday.

Meet my friends, Clay Travis and Buck Sexton! If you love Verdict, the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show might also be in your audio wheelhouse. Politics, news analysis, and some pop culture and comedy thrown in too. Here’s a sample episode recapping four takeaways. Give the guys a listen and then follow and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Vindication Capitol Hill hearings on U.S. military strikes against Venezuelan narco boats. Clay and Buck analyze testimony from an admiral confirming that survivors of the initial strike were still “in the fight,” countering claims of a war crime. They highlight how this narrative is evolving in the media and why Democrats’ messaging on this issue may backfire politically. The segment includes sharp commentary on the fentanyl crisis, the devastating ripple effects on families, and the urgent need for a real war on drugs. Listener calls and talkbacks add perspective, including strong reactions to cartel violence and the human toll of addiction. Getting the Porridge Just Right Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy previews tomorrow’s major World Cup draw event at the Kennedy Center, a global spectacle coinciding with America’s 250th birthday celebrations. Secretary Duffy outlines the Department of Transportation’s critical role in ensuring smooth travel for millions of visitors, from upgraded transit systems to intercity connectivity. He also highlights the economic impact of the World Cup, projecting billions in revenue for hotels, airlines, and local businesses, and discusses President Trump’s involvement as a central figure in the event. The conversation shifts to modernizing America’s air traffic control system, where Duffy details a $12.5 billion investment to replace outdated infrastructure and transition from analog to digital systems by 2028. He previews innovations like air taxis, drone deliveries, autonomous vehicles, and even supersonic flight technology that could revolutionize travel in the next decade. Duffy also addresses the air traffic controller shortage, revealing a 2,000-person gap and offering insights into recruitment, training, and incentives for experienced controllers to stay on the job. Make America Affordable Again House Majority Leader Steve Scalise joins to discuss urgent legislative priorities before Congress adjourns for the year. Scalise emphasizes efforts to lower healthcare costs through expanded health savings accounts, association health plans, and increased competition beyond the Affordable Care Act. He previews upcoming bills on housing affordability, tax relief for overtime and tips, and the National Defense Authorization Act, underscoring a focus on reducing inflation and strengthening national security. Scalise also addresses the SCORE Act, aimed at restoring structure to college athletics, protecting student-athletes from exploitative contracts, and safeguarding Olympic and Title IX sports. Julie Kelly on Pipe Bomber Julie Kelly, one of the most prominent journalists covering January 6th, joins the show to provide expert insight. She calls the arrest a “massive scandal,” asserting that the FBI’s decision to shelve the investigation for years was deliberate and politically motivated. Kelly warns of significant legal ramifications, noting that exculpatory evidence was withheld from January 6th defendants while the DOJ pushed an insurrection narrative. The discussion also touches on Kamala Harris’s proximity to one of the pipe bombs, raising further questions about security lapses and media silence. Make sure you never miss a second of the show by subscribing to the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton show podcast wherever you get your podcasts! ihr.fm/3InlkL8 For the latest updates from Clay and Buck: https://www.clayandbuck.com/ Connect with Clay Travis and Buck Sexton on Social Media: X - https://x.com/clayandbuck FB - https://www.facebook.com/ClayandBuck/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/clayandbuck/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuck Rumble - https://rumble.com/c/ClayandBuck TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@clayandbuck YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More information about the Venezuelan drug boat "second strike." President Trump is doing exactly what Joe Biden wanted previous presidents to do when it comes to the War on Terror. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent destroys the New York Times. Did Senator Mark Warner (D-Va.) just call for a coup against President Trump? Democrats look to neutralize immigration enforcement in the U.S. Move to end stock trading for the U.S. Congress gains steam. NFL Thanksgiving games set new records for viewership. Massive cheese recall! The most lucrative contract in coaching. USAID money was funding a trans clinic in … South Africa?! Jaguar ad chief fired. It's going to be a … "trans Christmas"? Was Tim Walz a spy for China? We're getting cold because it's so warm. January 6 pipe-bomb arrest. DEBATE: Candace Owens vs. TPUSA on the murder of Charlie Kirk. Britain arrests woman for using gay "slur" in private communications. Pastor arrested for refusing to apologize to a librarian he upset. 00:00 Pat Gray UNLEASHED! 00:20 Still Talking about the Second Strike 01:11 Trump Asked about the Second Strike 02:45 ABC News Clarifies Details on the Second Strike 03:54 Dan Crenshaw Supports the Trump Administration 04:46 FLASHBACK: Joe Biden on the War on Drugs in 1989 07:54 Scott Bessent VS. The NY Times 11:55 Did Mark Warner Call for a Coup? 17:58 SignalGate Report is Out! 23:32 International Laws Don't Apply to America 25:41 Is the NYPD Protesting Zohran Mamdani? 32:26 Delia Ramirez Says DHS is the Biggest Threat to the US 33:40 Pro-Luigi Mangione Protestor Wants to Leave America 35:53 Pramila Jayapal New Bill will End Immigration Centers 42:35 Fat Five 48:14 College Football Update 53:19 Transgender Clinic Closes in South Africa 1:02:19 Trans Christmas Song is Here! 1:07:48 FLASHBACK: Was Tim Walz a Spy for China? 1:15:06 Explaining the Cold Front Coming to America 1:20:12 BREAKING NEWS - J6 Pipe Bomb Suspect Arrested! 1:22:25 Pentagon Asked about Candace Owens 1:23:48 Candace Owens Accepts TPUSA Invitation 1:25:28 Frank Turek Rants about Candace Owens 1:31:09 British Woman Arrested NAKED by 11 Police Officers! 1:33:43 Pastor in Canada Arrested! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's UNCOVERED Ron and Anthony debrief on Trump's ridiculous cabinet meeting, where he kept falling asleep, apart from when being praised. Trump pardons a notorious drug trafficker despite his murderous war on drugs. Hegseth's excuses for the Dept of War Crimes, the Tennessee elections and much much more! True Classics: True Classics: Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at https://trueclassic.com/UNCOVERED! #trueclassicpod PDS Debt: PDS DEBT: Get your free assessment and find the best option for you right now at https://PDSDebt.com/UNCOVERED DUPE: Go to https://Dupe.com today and find similar products for less. It's 100% free to use. Stop wasting money on brand names and start saving with https://Dupe.com today. Former Federal Prosecutor Ron Filipkowski and British journalist Anthony Davis expose the epidemic of false propaganda pushing Republican politics to the extreme far-right. A new episode every Wednesday. Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network Podcasts: MeidasTouch: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/meida... Legal AF: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/legal-af MissTrial: https://meidasnews.com/tag/miss-trial The PoliticsGirl Podcast: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-p... The Influence Continuum: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-i... Mea Culpa with Michael Cohen: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/mea-c... The Weekend Show: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-w... Burn the Boats: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/burn-... Majority 54: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/major... Political Beatdown: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/polit... On Democracy with FP Wellman: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/on-de... Uncovered: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/maga-... Coalition of the Sane: https://meidasnews.com/tag/coalition-... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

December 4, 2025Have you had your dose of The Daily MoJo today? Download The Daily MoJo App! "Ep 120425: The REAL War On Drugs | The Daily MoJo"Christmas shopping trends reveal that men are significant lingerie buyers, while a serious criminal case involves twin brothers indicted for compromising government data. The fentanyl crisis and drug smuggling highlight ineffective enforcement strategies. A ruling allows Muslims to conceal their faith, and discussions on economic practices raise concerns about national debt. Parenting practices are examined, contrasting nostalgic childhood freedoms with today's cautious approaches influenced by technology and societal expectations.Phil Bell's Morning Update The REAL problem with New Jersey Is...  HEREBrandon Morse - Redstate Author & host of The Brandon Morse YouTube channel- Has a few things to say about how life got so effed up!Brandon's LinktreeOur affiliate partners:EMP Shield - Figuring out the odds of a devastating EMP attack on the United States is impossible, but as with any disaster, the chances are NOT ZERO, and could happen any day. This decade has proven that the weird and unexpected is right around the corner. Be prepared - protect your home, vehicle, even your generator - with EMP Shield. You'll save money and protect what's important at the same time!ProtectMyMoJo.com Be prepared! Not scared. Need some Ivermection? Some Hydroxychloroquine? Don't have a doctor who fancies your crazy ideas? We have good news - Dr. Stella Immanuel has teamed up with The Daily MoJo to keep you healthy and happy all year long! Not only can she provide you with those necessary prophylactics, but StellasMoJo.com has plenty of other things to keep you and your body in tip-top shape. Use Promo Code: DailyMoJo to save $$Take care of your body - it's the only one you'll get and it's your temple! We've partnered with Sugar Creek Goods to help you care for yourself in an all-natural way. And in this case, "all natural" doesn't mean it doesn't work! Save 15% on your order with promo code "DailyMojo" at SmellMyMoJo.comCBD is almost everywhere you look these days, so the answer isn't so much where can you get it, it's more about - where can you get the CBD products that actually work!? Certainly, NOT at the gas station! Patriots Relief says it all in the name, and you can save an incredible 40% with the promo code "DailyMojo" at GetMoJoCBD.com!Romika Designs is an awesome American small business that specializes in creating laser-engraved gifts and awards for you, your family, and your employees. Want something special for someone special? Find exactly what you want at MoJoLaserPros.com  There have been a lot of imitators, but there's only OG – American Pride Roasters Coffee. It was first and remains the best roaster of fine coffee beans from around the world. You like coffee? You'll love American Pride – from the heart of the heartland – Des Moines, Iowa. AmericanPrideRoasters.com   Find great deals on American-made products at MoJoMyPillow.com. Mike Lindell – a true patriot in our eyes – puts his money where his mouth (and products) is/are. Find tremendous deals at MoJoMyPillow.com – Promo Code: MoJo50  Life gets messy – sometimes really messy. Be ready for the next mess with survival food and tools from My Patriot Supply. A 25 year shelf life and fantastic variety are just the beginning of the long list of reasons to get your emergency rations at PrepareWithMoJo50.comStay ConnectedWATCH The Daily Mojo LIVE 7-9a CT: www.TheDailyMojo.com Rumble: HEREOr just LISTEN:The Daily MoJo ChannelBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-daily-mojo-with-brad-staggs--3085897/support.

President Trump held his final Cabinet meeting of the year on Tuesday and did not hold back as reporters peppered him with questions. Trump, flanked by Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, defended the Pentagon's strikes on narcoterrorist vessels in the Caribbean. The US military has conducted at least 21 strikes on drug boats since September. This is what a real war on drugs looks like. This is not the only bone Trump has to pick today. He has has it with the Somali fraud in America also! Massive deportations are on the way!Sponsor:My PillowWww.MyPillow.com/johnSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

1 - How is the average ownership of a new car in the 50s? President of Power the Future, Daniel Turner joins us today as he explains what he thinks of the fuel efficiency standards hurting the consumer? How is it a miracle that having a President who believes in the free market can lower gas prices? 120 - Should we even care about Catherine Zeta-Jones? Your calls. 130 - We welcome Lieutenant Colonel Allen B. West to the show today to get his reaction to the continued bombing of unlawful combatants off the coasts of South America. What makes these drug dealers “unlawful combatants”? Could Lane Kiffin teach our politicians a thing or two on carpetbagging? Would a moderate liberal have won the special election in Tennessee? 140 - Your calls. 150 - Who are the real targets in the War on Drugs?

12 - Dom kicks off another Wednesday with discussion on our military, as well as the media firestorm that has engulfed Scott Jennings lately. 1215 - Side - all-time power couple 1230 - Congressman Jeff Van Drew stops in this afternoon. What kind of list would Jeff like to be on? What is the biggest problem as to why we cannot get affordability under control? Why is more taxes not the solution? Where do we stand with revolutionizing insurance for Americans? 1250 - How was your Spotify Wrapped looking like? Your calls. 1 - How is the average ownership of a new car in the 50s? President of Power the Future, Daniel Turner joins us today as he explains what he thinks of the fuel efficiency standards hurting the consumer? How is it a miracle that having a President who believes in the free market can lower gas prices? 120 - Should we even care about Catherine Zeta-Jones? Your calls. 130 - We welcome Lieutenant Colonel Allen B. West to the show today to get his reaction to the continued bombing of unlawful combatants off the coasts of South America. What makes these drug dealers “unlawful combatants”? Could Lane Kiffin teach our politicians a thing or two on carpetbagging? Would a moderate liberal have won the special election in Tennessee? 140 - Your calls. 150 - Who are the real targets in the War on Drugs? 2 - Tell Dylan Douglas that if he wants to be treated like a kid, he can't ask for a seat at the adult's table again. 205 - Scott Jennings is right about the median Democrat! That's why they lose in places like Tennessee? Your calls. 210 - Will Delaware set a dog walk minimum? 225 - Is there a Democrat “squad” locally? 230 - Is the Tush Push beatable now? 235 - Who's filing complaints against pregnancy clinics? 240 - Josh Shapiro takes aim at Kamala Harris after reading about what he said in her new book. Your calls. 250 - The Lightning Round!

In a major military operation that began in September, the US administration continues to put pressure on Venezuela with navy warships massing in the Caribbean Sea.US president Donald Trump claims the air strikes on boats in the region are not acts of aggression but enforcement operations to prevent alleged drug trafficking.To date it is estimated that 83 people have been killed but it has not been made clear by the administration the intelligence that led up the attacks proving the boats were indeed carrying drugs.So is this a “war on drugs” or is it part of a broader plan to oust Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro?And with Trump now saying the country's air space should be shut down, is a ground offensive on the horizon?I speak to professor of Latin American history and migration studies at Vassar College, Daniel Mendiola.Presented by Bernice Harrison. Produced by John Casey and Andrew McNair. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Fawcett breaks down the biggest stories of the day, including President Trump's remarks regarding Venezuelan dictator Nicolas Maduro and the ongoing war on drugs, and Trump expresses his views on immigration and state welfare.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Stijn Schmitz welcomes Dr. Mark Thornton to the show. Dr. Mark Thornton is Economist and Senior Fellow at the Mises Institute. The discussion centers on the current state of precious metals, monetary policy, and economic systems, with a particular focus on gold and silver’s role in the global financial landscape. Thornton argues that gold is fundamentally money, and governments have only recently forced their way into replacing commodity money with fiat currency. He suggests that the current precious metals market is still in its early stages, with central bank buying and distrust in the US dollar driving significant interest. The gold and silver markets are experiencing growing pains, with increasing investor attention and potential for further price appreciation. The conversation delves into the fundamental differences between Austrian and Keynesian economics. Thornton criticizes Keynesian economics as a state-controlled ideology that promotes government spending and manipulates interest rates, whereas Austrian economics advocates for market-driven monetary systems and private property rights. He highlights how central bank policies create economic bubbles and exacerbate wealth inequality by favoring asset-rich individuals. Thornton sees potential for a significant monetary transformation, potentially triggered by the current precious metals bull market. He believes the collision between Western and Eastern financial markets, coupled with the rise of cryptocurrencies, could lead to a fundamental restructuring of monetary systems. The possibility of a return to a gold standard or a gold-backed settlement currency is discussed as a potential future scenario. The economist also warns about potential economic bubbles in artificial intelligence and private equity, arguing that the Federal Reserve’s monetary policies have created unsustainable conditions across various sectors. He believes that while central banks have been able to temporarily extend economic cycles, their power is not infinite, and a significant market correction is inevitable. Thornton concludes by emphasizing the importance of understanding Austrian economic principles and encourages listeners to explore the works of economists like Friedrich Hayek to gain deeper insights into monetary systems and economic dynamics. Timestamps: 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:01:19 – Gold as Money 00:04:21 – Central Bank Distrust 00:05:52 – Bull Run Early Stages 00:09:35 – Historical Parallels 1980s 00:14:15 – Return to Gold Standard 00:18:16 – Bond Markets Unraveling 00:24:07 – Austrian vs Keynesian Economics 00:31:19 – Flexible Inflation Targeting 00:33:53 – Silver Monetary Role 00:45:46 – AI Private Equity Bubbles 00:51:11 – Future Recession Outlook 00:55:41 – Concluding Thoughts Guest Links: Website: https://mises.org X: https://x.com/DrMarkThornton E-Mail: mailto:mthornton@mises.org YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=mark+thornton+minor+issues Book-Hayek: https://mises.org/library/book/hayek-21st-century-essays-political-economy Dr. Mark Thornton is a Senior Fellow at the Mises Institute and formerly held the Peterson-Luddy Chair in Austrian Economics. He hosts the podcasts Minor Issues and Unanimity and is Book Review Editor of the Quarterly Journal of Austrian Economics. His books include The Economics of Prohibition, Tariffs, Blockades, and Inflation, The Bastiat Collection, and The Skyscraper Curse. He has served on multiple editorial boards, taught economics at several universities, and worked as Assistant Superintendent of Banking and adviser to Alabama Governor Fob James. He holds degrees from St. Bonaventure University and Auburn University and has debated the “War on Drugs” at the Oxford Union. Dr. Thornton has been featured in major outlets such as The Economist, Forbes, New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and USA Today, along with numerous international and regional newspapers. His commentary appears regularly on the Mises Institute's platforms and on programs such as Boom-Bust, the Tom Woods Show, and the Scott Horton Show.

Since President Richard Nixon declared a “War on Drugs” in 1971, federal, state and local governments have spent an estimated [post_excerpt] trillion fighting it — and losing. Donald Trump now seems fully engaged in that futile conflict, adding his own twisted brand of violence. It's not enough to bomb boats “suspected” of ferrying drugs to the United States. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered the military, after the initial strike, to “kill” survivors clinging to life rafts on the waters below. Shocked lawmakers, both Republican and Democratic, are calling such actions “war crimes.” The law of war authorizes the use...Article Link

In this deeply informative episode of Timesuck, we explore the history of addiction, how different cultures have tried to understand and control it, and what modern science reveals about how it rewires the brain, hijacks choice, and reshapes identity. From ancient remedies and religious interpretations to modern medicine and neuroscience, we break down how desire becomes dependency — and why recovery is so much more than just willpower.Merch and more: www.badmagicproductions.com Timesuck Discord! https://discord.gg/tqzH89vWant to join the Cult of the Curious PrivateFacebook Group? Go directly to Facebook and search for "Cult of the Curious" to locate whatever happens to be our most current page :)For all merch-related questions/problems: store@badmagicproductions.com (copy and paste)Please rate and subscribe on Apple Podcasts and elsewhere and follow the suck on social media!! @timesuckpodcast on IG and http://www.facebook.com/timesuckpodcastWanna become a Space Lizard? Click here: https://www.patreon.com/timesuckpodcast.Sign up through Patreon, and for $5 a month, you get access to the entire Secret Suck catalog (295 episodes) PLUS the entire catalog of Timesuck, AD FREE. You'll also get 20% off of all regular Timesuck merch PLUS access to exclusive Space Lizard merch Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In today's episode Johnny sits down with legendary DEA agent Chris Feistl — one of the most effective and consequential drug enforcement agents in U.S. history. Chris personally arrested Miguel and Gilberto Rodríguez Orejuela, the elusive bosses of the Cali Cartel, widely considered the most powerful drug trafficking organization of all time. If you watched Narcos Season 3 on Netflix, you've already seen part of his story — Chris is the real-life blond agent portrayed in the series. In this extended interview, Chris opens up about the rise of the Cali Cartel, the downfall of Pablo Escobar, and the hidden history behind the bloody wars that reshaped Colombia forever. He breaks down the complex structure of the cartel, their revolutionary “cell system,” their political influence campaigns, and the global smuggling routes that made them richer than Medellín ever was. Chris also pulls back the curtain on his own journey — from a 20-year-old Jersey Shore seasonal cop, to busting multi-ton Miami cocaine loads, to chasing the most dangerous traffickers on Earth in the streets of Cali. He reveals what Narcos got right, what it didn't, and the shocking tactics used by the Rodriguez brothers, North Valley Cartel, and paramilitary groups like the AUC. If you're fascinated by cartel history, undercover work, international manhunts, or the real story behind Narcos, this is a must-watch.

In this deeply personal and explosive episode of The Redacted Report, Brian — a former Atlanta police officer with sixteen years on the job — breaks his silence about one of the most devastating and shameful incidents in modern APD history. On November 21, 2006, ninety-two-year-old Kathryn Johnston was shot and killed in her own home during a botched narcotics raid that ultimately exposed systemic corruption inside the Atlanta Police Department.Brian goes beyond the early headlines and the department's initial story — the one that falsely portrayed Johnston as a drug dealer who fired first — and lays out what really happened: a chain of lies, planted evidence, and institutional pressure. Three narcotics officers fabricated a warrant, forced entry into Johnston's home, and opened fire after she fired a single warning shot in self-defense. She was struck thirty-nine times. While she lay dying on her living room floor, the officers attempted to manufacture justification for what they had done. Officers Jason Smith, Gregg Junnier, and Arthur Tesler later pleaded guilty to federal civil rights violations and received prison sentences of five to ten years — but as Brian explains, they were not the lone villains.They were the predictable outcome of a system engineered to produce tragedies like this.Drawing from his own experience, Brian exposes the department's crushing quota-driven “productivity points” system. Officers were expected to earn seven points per day: an arrest counted as five points, while answering a call for service counted as only a quarter point. In practice, that meant an officer could respond to twenty-eight community calls and still fall short — or make two arrests, even questionable ones, and exceed expectations. The episode also highlights how confidential informant Alex White became an unlikely catalyst for the truth. Refusing to carry the cover-up forward, White contacted federal authorities and exposed the conspiracy — a decision that put his life in danger and ultimately forced him into witness protection. The resulting federal investigation uncovered a broader pattern of corruption: officers lying on warrant applications, planting drugs saved from prior arrests, inventing “informants” who didn't exist, and stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from seizures. One of the most damning revelations is what didn't happen after the convictions. Brian details how the three officers went to prison, but the supervisors who shaped and enforced the quota culture faced no real consequences. Sergeant Wilbert Stallings kept his rank and pension. Lieutenant Mark Pratt retired with full benefits. Captain Dennis O'Brien was promoted just six months after the shooting. The reforms that followed, Brian argues, were largely cosmetic — the quota system was rebranded, not removed, and pressure to generate arrests only intensified as the department tried to repair its image through statistics.Brian also shares the quieter, untold casualties of the same machinery — people whose lives were shattered without ever making the news: Fabian Sheats, who served three years on planted evidence; Frances Thompson, whose family was torn apart by a false raid; and Marcus Williams, whose education and future were derailed by fabricated drug charges. Their stories never sparked investigations.They never received justice. They were simply collateral damage.The episode ends with Brian's personal reckoning. He acknowledges that while he never planted evidence or pulled the trigger on an innocent person, his compliance and silence made him part of the machine that killed Kathryn Johnston. He reflects on the brutal irony that Johnston — born in 1914, a woman who survived Jim Crow, the Great Depression, two World Wars, and the Civil Rights Movement — was ultimately killed at ninety-two by officers chasing a daily quota.This is not just a story about three corrupt cops or one horrific night in Atlanta.It's an indictment of a nationwide policing model that rewards numbers over humanity, treats poor communities like occupied territory, and enables predictable, preventable tragedies while the architects of the system retire with full pensions. The Kathryn Johnston case briefly pulled the curtain back — but as Brian warns, nothing fundamental has changed. There will be more Kathryn Johnstons until the structure itself is confronted.The Redacted Report is both confession and call to action. Brian challenges listeners to demand reforms with teeth: an end to arrest quotas in any form, independent oversight with real authority, accountability for supervisors and policy-makers — not just street-level officers — and the demilitarization of narcotics policing.Until those changes happen, he argues, we are all living inside a system that can turn any home into a crime scene and any innocent person into a casualty of the war on drugs.This is investigative storytelling at its rawest — told by someone who lived inside the culture, understands how the damage is manufactured, and can no longer stay silent about the redacted truth behind one of American law enforcement's darkest moments.

On Europe Today, your daily Euronews podcast, we have an exclusive interview with Europol's chief, Catherine de Bolle. Our EU editor, Maria Tadeo, brings us the latest news over Viktor Orbán's visit to Moscow and we have an update on the blackouts in Ukraine from EU ambassador Katherina Mathernova. We also have some tips for the biggest shopping day of the year, Black Friday.Europe Today is Euronews' daily podcast hosted by Maria Tadeo and Méabh Mc Mahon, broadcasting directly from Brussels, at the heart of Europe. Every morning, we deliver the top and exclusive stories shaping the European Union (EU) and beyond.Stay ahead with the key news and insights that matter in Europe today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

**Ready for an inside look at the war on drugs in Oklahoma?** We're sitting down with **Donnie Anderson**, the **Director of the Oklahoma State Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs Control (OBNDDC)**. With **over 30 years** on the front lines, Director Anderson is a true law enforcement veteran. From starting out at the Garvin County Sheriff's Office to leading the charge against major drug and violent crime task forces, he's seen it all. Before taking the reins at OBNDDC, he even served as the Oklahoma Inspector General for the Department of Corrections. Director Anderson doesn't just manage; he **shapes policy** as the Chairman of the North Texas High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA) and a member of the Oklahoma Opioid Overdose Fatality Review Board. This is your chance to hear directly from the source on: * **The biggest drug challenges facing the state.** * **What it takes to lead a career in law enforcement.** * **The real stories behind the headlines.** Don't miss this compelling conversation with one of Oklahoma's most experienced and respected law enforcement leaders! HELP SUPPORT OUR FIGHT AGAINST ADDICTION. DONATE HERE: https://www.patreon.com/theaddictionpodcast   PART OF THE GOOD NEWS PODCAST NETWORK. AUDIO VERSIONS OF ALL OUR EPISODES: https://theaddictionpodcast.com CONTACT US: The Addiction Podcast - Point of No Return theaddictionpodcast@yahoo.com Intro and Outro music by: Decisions by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100756 Artist: http://incompetech.com/  

No cannabis for veterans? :: Dave Ridley calls about AI doom and offers solutions :: Paul calls about Ukraine/Russia - recommends book: "what's our problem" :: Marjorie Taylor Greene resigns :: Sarah from NM calls about inspiring voters :: different flavors of communism :: Skeeter calls about HOAs - can't define his terms :: Trump Ukraine deal :: Eugenist origins of Zionism :: Edward calls about the war on drugs :: 2025-11-22 Hosts: Stu, Riley O Bill

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he Trump administration is taking the War on Drugs in a bold direction, using aircraft carriers, intelligence networks, and direct military strikes to target alleged smuggling vessels in the Caribbean and eastern Pacific. Supporters of militarization argue that previous strategies to stop cartels have failed, and only aggressive deterrence will stop the crisis. Others warn that militarization usually fails to stop drug flows, risking civilian casualties, and rarely achieves lasting results. Now we debate: Should the U.S. Militarize the War on Drugs?    Arguing Yes:  Sean McFate, Author and Professor of Strategy at the National Defense University and Georgetown University's School of Foreign Service  Andrés Martínez-Fernández, Senior Policy Analyst for Latin America at The Heritage Foundation's Allison Center for National Security    Arguing No:   Will Freeman, Fellow for Latin America Studies at the Council on Foreign Relations  Aileen Teague, Assistant Professor of International Affairs at Texas A&M University's Bush School of Government and Public Service    Emmy award-winning journalist John Donvan moderates    Visit our Substack to watch more insightful debates and subscribe to our newsletter.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Richard Nixon's “war on drugs” has always entailed a degree of U.S. pressure on foreign allies. But the Trump administration's strikes on suspected drug-smuggling boats off Venezuela charts a new course of non-cooperation. Also: today's stories, including how a ceasefire between Cambodia and Thailand is falling apart — and possibly pushing Bangkok closer to China; how gerrymandering in the U.S. has evolved; and our Q&A with Representative Jim Clyburn on his new book, “The First Eight.” Join the Monitor's Kendra Nordin Beato for today's news.

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The most heinous legal and human rights abuses of our current political moment all have their roots in the War on Drugs, from corruption and racism, to propaganda and mass incarceration. Our guest this week, Dr. David Farber, is a distinguished professor and the author of War on Drugs: A History. Together, we explore how the drug war served as a pilot program for American authoritarianism. PATREON Please ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠support Great Moments in Weed HIstory on Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Supporters get exclusive access to video versions of this podcast and private seshes, plus cool rewards like a signed book. And it truly helps us make the best show possible. EPISODE ARCHIVE Visit our podcast feed for 150+ episodes of Great Moments in Weed History, and subscribe now to get a new weekly podcast every Weednesday. 

Read Ralph's review here: https://thelastdvd.com/land-of-wolves/   It's become a joke, a rather well-worn one by now, to say that Donald Trump has been getting ideas about fighting the war on drugs from Denis Villeneuve's film Sicario. That film, and its vastly inferior sequel, depicted clandestine paramilitary operations that go beyond usual police measures used by the US government agencies against the Mexican drug cartels in the border region. In the real world, the American state has accelerated the para-militarisation of the war against the drug cartels.   Earlier this year, Trump ordered the State Department to declare the Latin American drug cartels as “terrorist organisations.” In August, Trump signed a directive permitting the Pentagon to use military force against those cartels. Mexico is the target most people will have in mind. But it also included Venezuela, Guatemala, and El-Salvador.   Check out our new bi-weekly series, "The Crisis Papers" here: https://www.patreon.com/bitterlakepresents/shop   Thank you guys again for taking the time to check this out. We appreciate each and everyone of you. If you have the means, and you feel so inclined,   BECOME A PATRON! We're creating patron only programing, you'll get bonus content from many of the episodes, and you get MERCH!   Become a patron now https://www.patreon.com/join/BitterLakePresents?   Please also like, subscribe, and follow us on these platforms as well, (specially YouTube!)   THANKS Y'ALL YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCG9WtLyoP9QU8sxuIfxk3eg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Thisisrevolutionpodcast/ Twitter: @TIRShowOakland Instagram: @thisisrevolutionoakland   Substack: https://jmylesoftir.substack.com/.../the-money-will-roll...   Read Jason Myles in Sublation Magazine https://www.sublationmag.com/writers/jason-myles Read Jason Myles in Damage Magazine https://damagemag.com/2023/11/07/the-man-who-sold-the-world/

San Francisco tried to atone for the war on drugs with a DEI program for recreational weed store owners. In the end, the real winners were rich white dudes like London Breed's old roommate, Conor Johnston. Chris Roberts—America's top cannabis journalist and historian reporting from America's number-one cannabis producing region—returns. We go deep on his recent Chronicle piece detailing how it all went wrong. - "San Francisco's first 'equity' weed store was an epic failure. City Hall insiders may still pocket millions" sfchronicle.com/bayarea/article/marijuana-weed-legal-shop-haight-21063653.php "White Weed Entrepreneurs Are Gaming Programs Meant to Help People of Color" (Chris for Vice) vice.com/en/article/white-weed-entrepreneurs-are-gaming-programs-meant-to-help-people-of-color/ Previous episode with Chris, on the radiation disaster at Hunter's Point patreon.com/posts/radiation-at-132819458 - Sad Francisco is produced by Toshio Meronek and edited by Tyger Ligon. Support the show and get new episodes early on Patreon: https://patreon.com/sadfrancisco   

The Philly fave band will be back at Johnny Brenda's in December for a three-night-only fundraiser to benefit Philly schools. "It seems like a no-brainer to support educating our youth," says frontman Adam Granduciel.  Visit this story on the web for ticket information.

Chris Feistl spent 26 years working for the DEA, including three years in Colombia during the 1990s, helping take down one of the most powerful drug empires in history — the Cali Cartel. His real-life work was portrayed in Narcos: Season 3, but the truth behind the show is even wilder. From undercover operations to high-stakes cartel takedowns, he witnessed firsthand the danger, corruption, and chaos of the war on drugs. Over his career, he earned the DEA Award of Honor, Award for Exceptional Service, and multiple Performance Awards for his role in international investigations. In this exclusive interview, he opens up about what really happened in Colombia, how Narcos got it right (and wrong), and what it was like to spend decades hunting some of the world's most dangerous traffickers. #LockedInWithIanBick #DEAAgent #Narcos #CaliCartel #TrueCrime #DrugCartel #NarcosNetflix #realstories Thank you to BLUECHEW for sponsoring this episode: Visit https://bluechew.com/ and use promo code LOCKEDIN at checkout to get your first month of BlueChew & pay five bucks for shipping. Connect with Chris Feistl: Website: www.After.Escobar.com. After Escobar is available on Amazon (http://a.co/d/4U3kWXB), Barnes and Noble (https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/1146855946), www.AfterEscobar.com, and in select bookstores worldwide! Signed copies of After Escobar available only at www.AfterEscobar.com. Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps: 00:00 Becoming a DEA Agent & Taking Down Cartels 04:44 Early Life, Law Enforcement Dreams & First Arrests 13:11 From Small-Town Cop to Federal Agent 20:01 Joining the DEA: Training, Requirements & Reality 27:47 First Assignment in Miami — Cocaine Capital of the '80s 38:41 Inside the Miami Drug Wars: Chaos, Cartels & Corruption 45:42 Cartel Smuggling Tactics & DEA Challenges on the Ground 53:03 Dirty Cops, Corruption & How the DEA Adapted 01:01:12 Hunting the Cali Cartel Bosses in Colombia 01:12:40 Deep Undercover: The DEA's Dangerous Life in Colombia 01:20:01 Surviving the Cartel Wars — Second & Third DEA Tours 01:31:00 Coming Home: DEA Retirement & Life After the Mission 01:36:02 How Netflix's Narcos Got It Right (and Wrong) 01:40:02 Hard Lessons, Close Calls & Reflections from a DEA Agent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The war on drugs isn't just a problem south of the border — it's a looming threat to U.S. cities and communities. From the rise of cartel influence in Mexico under President Claudia Sheinbaum to the growing danger to American law enforcement and border agents, this episode exposes the deadly intersection of organized crime and politics. We break down how cartel-backed assassinations of high-ranking Mexican officials highlight the stakes, discuss the flow of U.S. military equipment into cartel hands, and examine the threats facing American cities like Chicago, Portland, and Los Angeles. With Trump's warnings and tactical responses under the microscope, listeners get a front-row seat to the shadow war unfolding on both sides of the border.

Send us a text"Hell or High Water, 3:10 to Yuma and Better Call Saul Ben Foster, Michael Mando and James Badge Dale.A very talented trio joins me to talk about their newest film, "King Ivory".Ben Foster (Hell or High Water, 3:10 to Yuma, Lone Survivor), Michael Mando (Better Call Saul, Spiderman; Brand New Day) and James Badge Dale (The Departed, World War: Z)We discuss Ben's powerful and moving performances, Michael Mando's terrific performance in Better Call Saul and the uniqueness of James's character in "King Ivory". In addition we discuss the war on drugs, if there is optimism, King Ivory's brutal honesty and more.Welcome Ben, Michael and James.#benfoster #michaelmando #jamesbadgedale #hellorhighwater #310toyuma #kingivory #podcast #movie #interview #bettercallsaul #worlwarz #western #westernmovies #thedeparted #departed #spidermanbrandnewday #christy #lonesurvivor #veteran #military #shorts #drugs #drugprevention www.mmcpodcast.comReach out to Darek Thomas and Monday Morning Critic!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mondaymorningcritic/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mondaymorningcritic/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mondaymorningcriticMondaymorningcritic@gmail.com

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In 1971, Go Ask Alice shocked parents across America - marketed as the real diary of a teenage girl swallowed alive by drugs, addiction, and death. Terrified moms and dads bought the book by the millions, used it to police their kids, and fueled a cultural panic that helped justify the War on Drugs. But there was just one problem: the entire book was a lie presented as truth...Merch and more: www.badmagicproductions.com Timesuck Discord! https://discord.gg/tqzH89vWant to join the Cult of the Curious PrivateFacebook Group? Go directly to Facebook and search for "Cult of the Curious" to locate whatever happens to be our most current page :)For all merch-related questions/problems: store@badmagicproductions.com (copy and paste)Please rate and subscribe on Apple Podcasts and elsewhere and follow the suck on social media!! @timesuckpodcast on IG and http://www.facebook.com/timesuckpodcastWanna become a Space Lizard? Click here: https://www.patreon.com/timesuckpodcast.Sign up through Patreon, and for $5 a month, you get access to the entire Secret Suck catalog (295 episodes) PLUS the entire catalog of Timesuck, AD FREE. You'll also get 20% off of all regular Timesuck merch PLUS access to exclusive Space Lizard merch  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this powerful episode of the Savage Perspective Podcast, a shocking truth is revealed: your child is more likely to be targeted online than on the street. Host Robert Sikes sits down with Nate Lewis, a former Hollywood insider turned child trafficking abolitionist, to uncover the dark digital world where predators hunt. Episode 832 exposes how social media algorithms can lead these monsters directly to your kids, what they do to gain trust, and the one conversation every parent must have to make their child a hard target. This is the untold story of modern child exploitation that most parents are completely unaware of.More info on The Innocent: https://theinnocent.org/Find The Innocent on IG: https://www.instagram.com/theinnocent.usaProtecting your family starts with being strong in mind and body. Build the foundation of strength and discipline required to be the ultimate protector. Join Robert's FREE Bodybuilding Masterclass to forge the resilience you need. Sign up here: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/registration-2Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQChapters:0:00 - The Horrifying Truth About Modern Child Trafficking 0:37 - Meet The Man Fighting a War on Child Exploitation 1:18 - From Brothels to iPhones: How The Digital Age Changed Everything 2:15 - Inside The Elite Task Force Saving America's Children 3:08 - How Undercover Sting Operations Catch Predators in the Act 4:07 - Kidnapped & Abused: His Traumatic Past Fuels His Mission Today 5:15 - Why He Kept His Abuse a Secret for 19 Years 6:32 - The #1 Conversation Every Parent MUST Have With Their Child 8:13 - A Parent's Guide to Age-Appropriate Safety Talks 9:25 - Should You Keep Your Kids Off Social Media? 10:17 - "Don't Take Comments From a Stranger": The New Danger 11:32 - The First Message Predators Send to Your Child Online 12:35 - The Brutal Story of His Gang Initiation Kidnapping 13:12 - Why the Justice System Fails Victims of Violent Crime 14:55 - How to Properly Interview a Traumatized Child 16:00 - The Shocking Mindset of a Sheriff on Child Victims 17:20 - What Is The Target Age for Online Predators? 18:20 - How Predators Exploit State Laws to Avoid Felony Charges 19:45 - What Are The Most Common Cases of Child Abuse? 21:09 - The Unthinkable Reason a Parent Sells Their Own Child 22:15 - A Live Stream of Unspeakable Horrors (Warning: Graphic) 23:31 - The Shocking Wallpaper on a Predator's Phone 25:23 - The High School Teacher Who Preys on Students 26:40 - The Sick Reason "Normal" People Become Predators 28:01 - How Casual Porn Use Leads to Child Exploitation 29:56 - Are More Females or Males Abused? The Official Stats 32:31 - How Do You Protect Your Kids From Family & Friends? 35:29 - The Single Biggest Mistake a Parent Can Make 38:00 - Why Taking Your Kid's Phone Away is the Wrong Move 39:07 - At What Age Do Most Kids Get a Phone? 40:05 - The #1 Red Flag When Talking to Strangers Online 41:42 - Which Social Media Apps Work With Law Enforcement? 43:36 - Are Social Media Algorithms Connecting Predators to Children? 47:00 - How Predators Use Influencer Accounts to Find Victims 48:00 - What is "Sextortion" and How Does It Lead to Suicide? 50:24 - Should You Post Your Kids on Social Media? A Safety Guide 52:38 - Why You Should Never Let Your Kids Have a Public Profile 54:05 - Is The War on Child Exploitation Getting Better or Worse? 56:20 - How to Make Your Child a "Hard Target" for Predators 58:35 - Why We Must Make Child Safety as Important as the War on Drugs 1:00:32 - How AI is Used in Undercover Sting Operations 1:02:00 - The Disturbing Rise of AI-Generated Child Abuse Material 1:04:00 - The Problem With "Vigilante" Predator Catching Groups 1:05:22 - How You Can Help Fight Child Trafficking in Your Community 1:07:02 - How to Become a "Protector" and Support The Mission

When Detective Constable Simon becomes the sole detective on the remote island of Rothesay, he sets his sights on cleaning up the town's growing drug problem. But just months into his new role, his investigations begin to unravel. That's when Simon starts to suspect someone inside the department is tipping off suspects. His search for the source turns up nothing, and he's left to face a chilling possibility: the leak might be coming from above. Detective Constable Simon joined the force in 1978 and retired in 2006. During his tenure, Simon worked in the drugs and major crimes unit, in the Serious Crime Squad, did surveillance and undercover work, and worked in anti-terrorism, organized crime and corruption. After his retirement, he ran his own investigation business for a number of years. Simon is the founder of LEAP Scotland, part of a global campaign to change laws to end the ‘war on drugs.' He has own community radio show and YouTube Channel, and is co-host of the Crime Time Inc. podcast with Small Town Dicks's favorite Tom Woods.

Blue is out this week. This week we talk about Epstein's BFF, Battlefield 6, Demon Slayer, Aliens, Predators, Steam Machine, Steam Controller, Steam Frame, Uncharted, Outkast inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Drake who, SNAP Benefits, the government shutdown, The War on Drugs again, Erika Vance, Concord, Warframe, Destiny, Red Dead Redemption 2, and more! Come follow us: http://www.beenhadproductions.squarespace.com/bthanbti SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/bthanbtiI Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BthanBTI/ Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/bthanbti Twitter: @BthanBTI iTunes: https://itun.es/i6SJ6Pw YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BlackerThanBlackTimesInfinity Rescue + Residence https://www.rescueresidence.org/ Donate: https://www.givebutter.com/R_R_Champions

A program designed to make amends for the war on drugs is rewarding lifelong criminals with taxpayer funds. Feds have promised an Antifa crackdown, but when? Conservative activist Scott Presler announces he's coming to Washington. Teacher forced to cover up Charlie Kirk shirt. 

As we inch closer to war with Venezuela, historian Greg Grandin returns to Chapo for a history lesson about the War on Drugs as well as Venezuela's Bolivarian Revolution. We also talk about the US's long-running economic interests and petty feuds in Latin America, particularly regarding the region's oil supplies. We then briefly speculate about just how bad and chaotic a regime change operation against Venezuela might be for the US and Latin America.

Air Date: 11/11/25 The Monthly-ish Mix™ is here to get you caught up on recent news without being overwhelming! This month we examine how power is being quietly consolidated across institutions, how propaganda and AI are reshaping our sense of reality, and how division and fear are fueling both domestic repression and global aggression. From the Supreme Court to state media manipulation, from dismantled voting rights to foreign influence campaigns, we trace the machinery of authoritarian control—and spotlight the journalists, educators, and activists still pushing back to keep truth and democracy alive. Be part of the show! Leave us a message or text at 202-999-3991, message us on Signal at the handle bestoftheleft.01, or email Jay@BestOfTheLeft.com Full Show Notes Check out our new show, SOLVED! on YouTube! BestOfTheLeft.com/Support (Members Get Bonus Shows + No Ads!) Join our Discord community! PART 1: INSTITUTIONAL CAPTURE & CONSOLIDATION (00:01:44) 1742 Captured Court, Captured Nation: SCOTUS Serves Trump's Authoritarianism (00:16:53) 1743 Trump and Project 2025: Blitzkrieg Against America (00:43:56) 1749 Democracy: In Theory, In Practice, and Under Threat PART 2 INFORMATION WARFARE & REALITY CONTROL (01:08:35) 1746 What an actual attack on free speech looks like (01:40:37) 1745 Fake New World: The Age of AI Slop, AI Education, and AI Fascism (01:54:27) 1744 Sell Outs, Shills, and Scandals: Saudi Arabia and Israel are buying the credibility they can't earn honestly PART 3 OTHERING & EXPANSION (02:13:08) 1747 Racism in the United States, it turns out, is a problem (02:31:27) 1741 Global Uprisings: Dissatisfaction Roiling France, the UK, and Nepal (02:56:07) 1750 "American's Backyard" - The War on Terror Meets the War on Drugs (03:20:01) 1748 Patriotism in Peril: Democracy, the Military, and the Fight Over What America Means Produced by Jay! Tomlinson Visit us at BestOfTheLeft.com Listen Anywhere! BestOfTheLeft.com/Listen Listen Anywhere! Follow BotL: Bluesky | Mastodon | Threads | X Like at Facebook.com/BestOfTheLeft Contact me directly at Jay@BestOfTheLeft.com

In Prisoners after War: Veterans in the Age of Mass Incarceration (University of Mass. Press, 2024), Dr. Jason Higgins examines the connections between the military and carceral system through the stories of those most knowledgeable about it: veterans who were incarcerated after their military service. Combining a thorough historical narrative with the oral histories of veterans who had been imprisoned after their return to civilian society, Dr. Higgins shows how the so-called war on drugs and war on crime intersect with the wars in Vietnam, Afghanistan, and Iraq. Through this history he shows how government policies built on racism, ableism, and patriarchy contributed to many young Americans being pushed into the military, punished during their service, and then being kicked out with no access to any type of support which then leads them into the carceral system. Dr. Higgins also tells the story of how incarcerated veterans helped organize amongst themselves leading to Veterans Treatment Courts which have helped reduce the number of veterans going into prison and also show a model for non-punitive responses to crime. Prisoners after War has been awarded the Oral History Association's book award for 2025. It is available open access: https://uplopen.com/books/m/35... Jason Higgins is the Digital Scholarship Coordinator for Virginia Tech Publishing and Press and an Assistant Professor affiliated with the Virginia Tech University Library and the Department of History. You can find a transcript of this interview here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In Prisoners after War: Veterans in the Age of Mass Incarceration (University of Mass. Press, 2024), Dr. Jason Higgins examines the connections between the military and carceral system through the stories of those most knowledgeable about it: veterans who were incarcerated after their military service. Combining a thorough historical narrative with the oral histories of veterans who had been imprisoned after their return to civilian society, Dr. Higgins shows how the so-called war on drugs and war on crime intersect with the wars in Vietnam, Afghanistan, and Iraq. Through this history he shows how government policies built on racism, ableism, and patriarchy contributed to many young Americans being pushed into the military, punished during their service, and then being kicked out with no access to any type of support which then leads them into the carceral system. Dr. Higgins also tells the story of how incarcerated veterans helped organize amongst themselves leading to Veterans Treatment Courts which have helped reduce the number of veterans going into prison and also show a model for non-punitive responses to crime. Prisoners after War has been awarded the Oral History Association's book award for 2025. It is available open access: https://uplopen.com/books/m/35... Jason Higgins is the Digital Scholarship Coordinator for Virginia Tech Publishing and Press and an Assistant Professor affiliated with the Virginia Tech University Library and the Department of History. You can find a transcript of this interview here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/military-history

Air Date 11/7/2025 The United States claiming a divine (and imperialist) right to tamper in the politics of South American countries is nothing new. As is so often the case with Trump, the biggest difference is that he's doing proudly and in the open what used to be done only shamefully and in secret. Be part of the show! Leave us a message or text at 202-999-3991, message us on Signal at the handle bestoftheleft.01, or email Jay@BestOfTheLeft.com Full Show Notes Check out our new show, SOLVED! on YouTube! BestOfTheLeft.com/Support (Members Get Bonus Shows + No Ads!) Join our Discord community! KEY POINTS KP 1: What Is Happening with Venezuela & The US EXPLAINER - Why, America with Leeja Miller - Air Date 9-8-25 KP 2: Ceasefire in Gaza, The Monroe Doctrine Under Trump, and a US Economy on the Brink of Collapse Part 1 - Red Menace - Air Date 10-14-25 KP 3: Jeffrey Stein on Trumps Boat Attacks, Katya Schwenk on AI Surveillance Pricing Part 1 - CounterSpin - Air Date 10-24-25 KP 4: Bailing on Farmers to Bail Out Argentina: Two to Tango Part 1 - UNFTR - Air Date 10-6-25 KP 5: Trumps Hegemony Gambit; The Rights Warm Racist Embrace with Jeet Heer Part 1 - The Majority Report - Air Date 11-1-25 (00:53:59) NOTE FROM THE EDITOR On the long history of messing with Latin America DEEPER DIVES (00:59:42) SECTION A: HISTORY AND NARRATIVE (01:20:49) SECTION B: MILITARY PRETEXT (01:58:37) SECTION C: US AGGRESSION (02:28:44) SECTION D: REGIONAL ECHOES SHOW IMAGE CREDITS Description: Image of a topographical globe of the Earth, only showing North America and South America. Credit: “Globe-world-earth-planet” by quimono, Pixabay | Pixabay license   Produced by Jay! Tomlinson Visit us at BestOfTheLeft.com Listen Anywhere! BestOfTheLeft.com/Listen Listen Anywhere! Follow BotL: Bluesky | Mastodon | Threads | X Like at Facebook.com/BestOfTheLeft Contact me directly at Jay@BestOfTheLeft.com

The Multi-Geographic War on Drugs and Latin American Politics Guest: Professor Evan Ellis Professor Evan Ellis details the complex, multi-geographic war on drugs, noting the Department of Defense is leading strikes against designated terrorist groups, including Venezuela's Cartel de Los Soles. The deployment of the USS Gerald Ford Battle Group to the Caribbean raises speculation about potential land strikes against criminal leadership in Venezuela, though this carries considerable geopolitical risks. Ellis also discusses the surprising electoral success of Argentina's President Javier Milei, which strengthens the center-right political trend across Latin America. 1910 PERU

The Multi-Geographic War on Drugs and Latin American Politics Guest: Professor Evan Ellis Professor Evan Ellis details the complex, multi-geographic war on drugs, noting the Department of Defense is leading strikes against designated terrorist groups, including Venezuela's Cartel de Los Soles. The deployment of the USS Gerald Ford Battle Group to the Caribbean raises speculation about potential land strikes against criminal leadership in Venezuela, though this carries considerable geopolitical risks. Ellis also discusses the surprising electoral success of Argentina's President Javier Milei, which strengthens the center-right political trend across Latin America.

The Multi-Geographic War on Drugs and Latin American Politics Guest: Professor Evan Ellis Professor Evan Ellis details the complex, multi-geographic war on drugs, noting the Department of Defense is leading strikes against designated terrorist groups, including Venezuela's Cartel de Los Soles. The deployment of the USS Gerald Ford Battle Group to the Caribbean raises speculation about potential land strikes against criminal leadership in Venezuela, though this carries considerable geopolitical risks. Ellis also discusses the surprising electoral success of Argentina's President Javier Milei, which strengthens the center-right political trend across Latin America.

The Multi-Geographic War on Drugs and Latin American Politics Guest: Professor Evan Ellis Professor Evan Ellis details the complex, multi-geographic war on drugs, noting the Department of Defense is leading strikes against designated terrorist groups, including Venezuela's Cartel de Los Soles. The deployment of the USS Gerald Ford Battle Group to the Caribbean raises speculation about potential land strikes against criminal leadership in Venezuela, though this carries considerable geopolitical risks. Ellis also discusses the surprising electoral success of Argentina's President Javier Milei, which strengthens the center-right political trend across Latin America.

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