Podcasts about War on drugs

In this moving and important episode, Paul Rieckhoff sits down with his old friend, acclaimed and courageous director Craig Renaud to discuss his HBO documentary, Armed Only with a Camera: The Life and Death of Brent Renaud, which honors his brother Brent, a brave and renowned journalist killed in Ukraine in 2022. Reflecting on two decades of shared history covering global conflicts, they explore the soaring cost of war and the increasingly dangerous environment for reporters. The conversation highlights a troubling shift toward restricted press access and state-led propaganda, emphasizing why "unflinching, human" truth-telling is more vital—and perilous—than ever for both troops and democracy. This conversation is as powerful as it gets. Craig shares raw, deeply personal reflections on making a film about his brother's murder, how the editing room became a place of grief and healing, and why he felt a duty to show the reality of Brent's death exactly the way Brent would have wanted: unflinching, human, and in service of others caught in the crossfire. It's a story that reveals the soaring cost of war, a brutally dangerous new era for reporters, and why truth-telling now takes more courage than ever. From the Arkansan National Guard in Iraq, to the war on drugs, to the war in Ukraine, Craig has seen it all. And documented it.  This is the kind of conversation that transcends politics and party. This is the kind of conversation that everyone should have to hear. This is the kind of conversation that reminds us of the price that is paid by the vigilant—and why we can never forget them and should always celebrate the best parts of them. It'll give you many reasons to be more thankful this holiday season.  Because every episode of Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff breaks down the most important news stories--and offers light to contrast the heat of other politics and news shows. It's independent content for independent Americans. In these trying times especially, Independent Americans is your trusted place for independent news, politics, inspiration and hope. The podcast that helps you stay ahead of the curve--and stay vigilant. -WATCH video of this episode on YouTube now. -WATCH the Trailer for Armed Only with a Camera. -WATCH the epic documentary film from the Renaud Brothers Warrior Champs. -Learn more about the Brent Renaud Foundation and the important work they are doing. -Learn more about Paul's work to elect a new generation of independent leaders with Independent Veterans of America. -Join the movement. Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power.  -Check the hashtag #LookForTheHelpers. And share yours.  -Find us on social media or www.IndependentAmericans.us.  -And get cool IA and Righteous hats, t-shirts and other merch now in time for the holidays.  -Check out other Righteous podcasts like The Firefighters Podcast with Rob Serra, Uncle Montel - The OG of Weed and B Dorm.  Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media. Spotify • Apple Podcasts • Amazon Podcasts  Ways to watch: YouTube • Instagram  X/Twitter • BlueSky • Facebook  Ways to listen:Social channels: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Since 2014, Anthony LaMarca has served as the multi-instrumentalist in The War On Drugs. He has also released five albums as The Building. He also engineers and produces albums for other artists at his Youngstown, Ohio studio, Peppermint Productions. Along with his partners Dean Anshutz and Peppermint founder Gary Rhamy, they also archive and reissue recordings from the studio's more than fifty year history.We talked about his love of polka music and why Youngstown, Ohio is special. Don't miss this one!This episode, like all episodes of If This Is True, brings forth what drives creatives to do what they do. For more of this content and interaction, you can also go to my substack, coolmite25.substack.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Young Voices spokesperson Sofia Hamilton joins Josh to discuss the recent video produced by Democratic lawmakers urging service members to refuse unlawful orders, Trump's ridiculous reaction to it, the Democrats' hypocritical history of unconstitutional oversteps, and more. The conversation even takes a few side trails into the war on drugs, drug policy, and the political mindset of today's youth.   Follow Sofia on X and at Young Voices: https://x.com/sofiehamilton?s=21&t=S8JoQpY3m4n6bFrTo8tLrg Sofia Hamilton

John talks with Frank Tarentino about the impact of President Trump's war on drugs as they cut off supply chains and save American lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John talks with Frank Tarentino about the impact of President Trump's war on drugs as they cut off supply chains and save American lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ken talks with Joshua Phillip about Trump's war on drugs, the effects of music while driving with Dr. Patrick Porter plus Matt Snyder of CBS Sports talks about his book "The Leadoff Man."

Ken talks with Joshua Phillip about Trump's war on drugs, the effects of music while driving with Dr. Patrick Porter plus Matt Snyder of CBS Sports talks about his book "The Leadoff Man."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ken talks with Joshua Phillip about Trump's war on drugs, the effects of music while driving with Dr. Patrick Porter plus Matt Snyder of CBS Sports talks about his book "The Leadoff Man."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Throughout his storied career, the legendary Steven Soderbergh has directed a wide array of highly acclaimed films and/or hits (Out of Sight, Ocean's 11, Magic Mike, Black Bag, Logan Lucky, Contagion, Sex, Lies, & Videotape) and THIS is the film which earned him his only Oscar for Best Director in 2000.  This was actually one of two films (the other being Erin Brockovich) which he was nominated for in 2000 which turned out to be a TRULY stellar year for him!  It's a sprawling story about the American "War on Drugs" during the late '90's, focusing on several different characters on different sides of the law and various levels of the drug trade including two DEA agents (Don Cheadle, Luis Guzman), a judge who has just been appointed the National Drug Czar (Michael Douglas), the wife (Catherine Zeta-Jones) of a suspected drug dealer (Steven Bauer), that couple's conniving attorney (Dennis Quaid), a teenager (Erika Christiansen) who becomes addicted to crack, and one conflicted Mexican cop (Benicio Del Toro who won an Oscar for his performance).  It's a complex story delving into a lot of moral grey areas and it's a testament to all of the talent involved (including Oscar-winning writer Stephen Gaghan) that this film was not only highly acclaimed but also a word-of-mouth blockbuster with audiences at the time of release.  However twenty-five years later, it is not often mentioned by many as among Soderbergh's best....so how does this ambitious ensemble hold up?  Let's find out if any one gets away clean.....Host: Geoff GershonEdited By Ella GershonProducer: Marlene GershonSend us a textSupport the showhttps://livingforthecinema.com/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/Living-for-the-Cinema-Podcast-101167838847578Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/livingforthecinema/Letterboxd:https://letterboxd.com/Living4Cinema/

Today I talk about the US military missions against alleged drug boats near Venezuela using Foucault's theory of knowledge/power. Support the show

This week, the crew breaks down one of the biggest entertainment stories of the year, Netflix acquiring Warner Bros., plus Pete Hegseth's “double tap” controversy, Sydney Sweeney's response to critics, and Pharrell addressing backlash to his political comments. Timestamps • 01:34 | Fun Facts • 09:23 | Best Thing Seen • 38:27 | Netflix Buys Warner Bros. • 78:53 | Pete Hegseth “Double Tap” • 95:12 | Pharrell Responds to Critics • 118:05 | Sydney Sweeney This Week's Topics Netflix buys Warner Bros. in $82.7B deal (Trending) →https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/netflix-to-acquire-warner-bros-82-7-billion-deal-1236601034/ “Who's the first person you'd talk to in heaven?” — Crew discussion Is Trump restarting the war on drugs? →https://www.cnn.com/2025/12/06/politics/war-on-drugs-trump-boat-strikes-venezuela Sydney Sweeney addresses American Eagle backlash →https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/sydney-sweeney-american-eagle-campaign-rcna247738 Pharrell responds to political criticism →https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/celebrity/articles/soundbite-pharrell-williams-responds-backlash-102000162.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we look at the story of a young boy who found purpose working for the DC Metro and later became a transportation engineer, and we examine a proposal for the U.S. to screen tourists' social media accounts before entry, highlighting the logistical and constitutional problems such a system would create. We cover the week's “foolishness,” including In-N-Out removing order number 67 from its queues and a Montreal lottery winner who chose a disastrous payout option, and discuss what these cases reveal about human judgment and bad incentives. We also explore the Mandela Effect and why memory often fails us. Later, we're joined by Todd Huntley to talk about U.S. drug interdiction on the high seas, the legal gray zone between warfare and law enforcement, the risks of escalating conflicts with countries like Venezuela, and the constitutional limits on presidential war powers. 00:00 Introduction and Overview 00:30 The DC Metro Kid Who Became an Engineer 02:44 U.S. Plans to Screen Tourists' Social Media 05:43 Foolishness of the Week: In-N-Out Removes Order #67 08:10 Foolishness Part Two: The Montreal Lottery Payout Disaster 11:16 The Psychology of Bad Financial Decisions 12:34 The Mandela Effect and Faulty Memory 14:36 Reunions and Remembering the Past 18:24 Guest Introduction: Todd Huntley on Drug Boat Strikes 20:16 How U.S. Drug Interdiction Changed with Drone Warfare 23:08 Is This War or Law Enforcement? The Legal Debate 26:44 International Waters, Venezuela, and Escalation Risks 30:13 Regime Change in Venezuela 32:45 The Positive Case for Blowing Up Boats 36:42 The Negative Case for Blowing Up Boats 41:11 Who Is Conducting the Strikes? 43:40 Congress, War Powers, and Constitutional Limits 48:57 Closing Thoughts with Guest 52:10 Outro Banter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aBSu1A2_BSg Podcast audio: In this episode of the Ayn Rand Institute podcast, Ben Bayer and Elan Journo discuss the recent American attacks on alleged drug boats in the Caribbean and scrutinize pretexts for war with Venezuela. Topics include:  “War crimes” and international law; The fake “terrorist” threat; The “war on drugs”;  The Venezuelan military “threat”; Authoritarian presidential power. Resources:  Ayn Rand, “The Roots of War” This episode was recorded on December 9, 2025, and posted on December 11, 2025. Listen and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Watch archived podcasts here. Image Credits: Venezuela flag: Kryssia Campos / Moment / via Getty Images; Trump: Chip Somodevilla / via Getty Images

Trump ends the War on Drugs for those who kiss his ass. Ben riffs. Matt Ginsberg-Jaeckle takes us from A to Z on recent US policy toward Honduras. Starting with the coup of 2009 and continuing to Trump's commutation of Juan Orlando Hernandez's sentence for drug trafficking. It's a sickening spectacle. Matt is an interpreter and human rights activist. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Yanis Varoufakis and Wolfgang Munchau take aim at two prevailing orthodoxies. Is the explosive AI boom really a bubble, or is the technology itself forcing a non-reversible shift away from capitalism and toward a new age of Techno-Feudalism? Plus, are Trump's orders to sink Venezuelan boats and kill sailors really about a "War on Drugs," or is that just a cynical cover story when what the administration really want from Venezuela is oil? And if the term "war crime" is wrong, should these acts be called something far more chilling: extrajudicial murder?The Econoclasts is the podcast from UnHerd in which Yanis Varoufakis and Wolfgang Munchau each week pick pillars of the economic orthodoxy – so-called ‘settled facts' – and shatter them. Why? Because, while they don't always agree politically, they're united in one conviction: the consensus is rotten and the establishment's model is failing.If you have a question for Yanis and Wolfgang then now is your chance. Send us your Econoclastic questions and they'll answer them on a future episode of the show. Email your questions to us at econoclasts@unherd.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is proud to acknowledge that it didn't follow science when recommending a black bear hunt.Our guest this episode is documentary filmmaker Rob Hoovis. In November of 2025, he premiered "Outlaws of the Everglades," a film detailing the marijuana smuggling pipeline from Central America and the Caribbean that flowed through the 10,000 Islands area of rural southwestern Florida during the 1970s and 80s.Our "Florida Black History" YouTube channel has been updated with our past episodes on Fort Mose, Harry and Harriette Moore, and Reconstruction and Freedmen in the state.The next state legislative session is weeks away with the groundwork already being laid in Tallahassee. Jason Garcia's "Seeking Rents" and Ryan Smart and Ryan Worthington's "As Bad As It Is" are the two best podcasts to keep you informed on all the treachery.Nature DisturbedMother Nature is one weird ladyListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

LISTEN and SUBSCRIBE on:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/watchdog-on-wall-street-with-chris-markowski/id570687608 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2PtgPvJvqc2gkpGIkNMR5i WATCH and SUBSCRIBE on:https://www.youtube.com/@WatchdogOnWallstreet/featured  A 25-year DEA veteran allegedly laundered cash, advised traffickers, and even discussed explosive-laden drones—all while retaining a security clearance. This isn't just corruption; it's a roadmap for why the drug trade thrives. When dirty money flows into crypto, real estate, and luxury developments—from Miami's high-rise boom to New York's ghost towers—the system quietly absorbs it. Here's why the war on drugs won't be won until America targets the money pipeline, not the boats.

3792 – December 9, 2025 – Drug Boats, Uniparty, and the DC Swamp – I thought we declared war on drugs a long time ago? Why are the republicans fighting Trump's efforts? The Swampiest of all…  NOT sure, there seems to be a lot of sliming going on across the political realm. What I'm hearing… pay no attention to my rapidly ... The post Drug Boats, Uniparty, and the DC Swamp appeared first on CSC Talk Radio.

The Trump administration says it has killed dozens of people in strikes on boats in the Caribbean and Pacific, which it says are from Venezuela and are carrying illegal drugs bound for the US. The US hasn't provided any evidence or details about those who have been killed. Experts have questioned the legality of these strikes. President Trump has alleged the Venezuelan leader, Nicolas Maduro runs a criminal group called Cartel de los Soles. Maduro denies this and has accused the US of using its "war on drugs" as an excuse to try and remove him from power to access Venezuela's huge oil reserves.Mimi Swaby, a BBC Global Affairs Reporter who focuses on Latin America, explains the history between the US and Venezuela and why the US is launching strikes on boats. Instagram: @bbcwhatintheworld Email: whatintheworld@bbc.co.uk WhatsApp: +44 330 12 33 22 6 Presenter: Hannah Gelbart Video producer: Baldeep Chahal Producers: Emily Horler and Benita Barden Editor: Verity Wilde

In this edition of The Buck Stops Here, Dan Buck joins Marc to call out decades of Democratic flip-flops — from border security and deportation to voter ID and the war on drugs. Buck highlights a forgotten 1989 Joe Biden clip calling for international strikes against “narco-terrorists,” noting the irony of today's Democrats denouncing Trump for the same stance. The two rip into political double standards, Biden's decline, and media silence on inconvenient history, ending with laughs about karaoke, “Dasher Dan,” and Biden's verbal blunders.

Eric Senich joins us this episode to dive into everything from Black Friday stories and OnlyFans trends to John Candy memories, Ace Frehley, KISS, and the long-debated question of whether Eddie Van Halen really copied Ace. Eric also shares the Bob Crane story, and we unpack DISCovery, Spotify, and ongoing copyright issues.We wrap the show with a lively round of Pass or Go, featuring artists like Living Colour, Post Malone, Mac Miller, Castle Rat, Wet Leg, Goose, 1755, War on Drugs, Lola Young, New Meanies, and The Cure. Expect plenty of '90s nostalgia, mall-music talk, djent chatter, and jam-band detours.#Podcast #MusicPodcast #EricSenich #KISS #AceFrehley #VanHalen #RockHistory #MusicTalk #BlackFriday #JohnCandy #PassOrGo #NewMusic #1990sMusic #JamBands #DjentBooked On Rock: https://www.bookedonrock.com/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/seangeekpodcastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/meetthegeeksWe are a part of the Boneless Podcast Network: https://boneless-catalogue-player.lovable.app/Merch: Tee Public: https://www.teepublic.com/seangeekpodcastRed Bubble: https://www.redbubble.com/people/seangeekpodcast/shop@seangeekpodcast on Twitter, Instagram and FacebookMentioned in this episode:New Merch AdAn ad that incorporates Red Bubble and Tee Public

In this episode, we break down the Trump administration's new maritime war on drugs off the coast of Venezuela, where U.S. forces are striking suspected cartel boats before they reach American shores. We explore the argument that this is a necessary war on narco-terrorists, the legal and international concerns it raises, and what this shift from traditional enforcement to naval power could mean for overdose deaths, U.S. foreign policy, and the future of the drug war. Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.aiSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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.

The Human Equation with Joe Pangaro – The lesson of the past fifty years is clear: we cannot afford half-measures. If the nation is to stem the tide of overdose deaths, it must treat the drug crisis as the existential threat it is—one that requires decisive, protective action at every level, from interdiction to treatment. Only then can we hope to end the longest war America has ever fought...

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Send us a textWhat happens when you mix Philly basketball angst, touring-musician coffee rituals, and the creative spirit of The War on Drugs?In this episode, bassist Dave Hartley dives into all of it — from Joel Embiid's emotional truth to the cultural roots of Drugcember to Remember, to how he balances his band life with his solo project, Nightlands.We kick things off with coffee talk — pour-overs, strange co-ferment experiments, and why musicians obsess over brewing rituals while touring the world. And of course… we go deep on the Sixers, the emotional rollercoaster of Philly fandom, the youth movement, Embiid's complicated greatness, OKC's rise, the Eastern Conference chaos, and what it means to root for a team that is equal parts hope and heartbreak.If you love basketball, music culture, Philly stories, and the creative heartbeat behind The War on Drugs, this conversation is for you.⸻

We interview Aileen Teague author of Policing on Drugs – The United States , Mexico and Origins of Modern Drug War, 1996 – 2000 . Why has war on drugs fails to address overdose deaths in the United States. [ dur: 35mins. ] Aileen Teague is Assistant Professor of International Affairs at The Bush School … Continue reading Scholars' Circle – Book Author interview : Policing on Drugs – The United States , Mexico and Origins of Modern Drug War, 1996 – 2000 – December 7, 2025 →

Focusing Our Faith: Why the Church Must Pray for a Nation in Crisis In this powerful segment of the "Gospel on the Radio Talk Show," Pastor Jack King steps away from the usual talk show format to speak directly from his heart about the national struggles affecting his parishioners. He connects the dots between the war on drugs, rising crime, and the desperation of addiction, explaining why these seemingly political or economic issues are deeply rooted in the life of the church. He issues a challenging call for believers to look beyond temporary fixes and embrace the foundational solution for every crisis: PRAYER. Main Points from the Message: -- The challenges facing the nation, from political radicalism to the intensifying drug crisis (like Fentanyl), directly affect the spiritual health and families within the church. -- Conventional approaches to the war on drugs have failed; it's time to consider a "radical" new strategy that addresses the source of the supply before it ever hits U.S. shores. -- Disrupting the drug supply creates a "drug culture economy" crisis, making addicted people more desperate, which in turn drives up local crime and theft. -- Pastors and clergy are on the front lines, sitting with broken-hearted parents whose children are caught in the throes of addiction and have exhausted all resources. -- The ultimate response for the Church of the Lord Jesus Christ is to pray—for those in authority, for leaders who are "doing the right things," and for the brokenness in our society. -- The ministry is founded on the core belief that "Love Came Calling," and the church must always stand in the love of God and love for humanity. This is episode 1253. ******* This is the radio program with the music removed. By the way, I have written a new book, and you can find it here: https://www.amazon.com/Dreams-Visions-Stories-Faith-Pastor/dp/161493536X

Send us a textPsychoactive substances have been ingested by human beings for millennia. But for a few decades at the end of the 20th century, many were banned in the U.S. as part of a cultural backlash manifesting itself in the disastrous War on Drugs. Now that's slowly changing, as the medical industrial complex reconsiders the use of psychedelic drugs like MDMA, psilocybin, and LSD for treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, substance use disorders, and much more. Joe and Mark discuss the history of psychedelics, their therapeutic use in psychotherapy, and why they might be game changers for the many people for whom existing treatments and medications just don't work. (Taping date: December 5, 2025.)

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.

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!

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?

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.

This Tuesday episode of What's On Your Mind covers global financial instability, the escalating conflict with narco-terrorists, and a heartfelt call for the community to attend the funeral of an unclaimed Marine veteran. The show also features an interview with a Minnesota-based journalist on the Tim Walz fraud scandal. Standout Moments   Financial Alarm Bells: Bear Market and AI Bubble Warnings (0:04:02) CEO David Fisher reports that market analysts, including those who predicted the 2000 dot-com bust and the 2008 crisis, are sounding the alarm about a potential bear market. [cite_start]He warns that the price-to-sales ratio for major AI stocks like Planterre is over $mathbf{107}$, which is two to three times higher than the dot-com bubble's peak, suggesting a potential bubble. National Debt Interest Payments Surpass 24% of Revenue (0:05:27) [cite_start]Fisher shares alarming U.S. Treasury data: the U.S. has entered the worst budget deficit at the start of a fiscal year in the nation's history. [cite_start]The interest payment on the national debt (now at over $1.24 trillion annually [cite_start]) consumes 24 cents of every dollar in revenue, suggesting the only way to avoid systemic collapse is through "perpetual monetary expansion" (quantitative easing). Gold and Silver Outperforming Stock Market Indexes (0:07:22) As a response to monetary instability, gold is up $61%$ year-to-date and silver is up $96%$ year-to-date. [cite_start]Fisher notes that gold is currently outperforming the Dow, S&P, and NASDAQ combined (which are up less than $50%$ in total). Community Asked to Attend Unclaimed Veteran's Funeral (0:22:36) [cite_start]Commander Jason Hicks announces a service for an unaccompanied veteran, Ricky Allen Boyd, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran who served from 1977 to 1980 and has no known family or friends. [cite_start]The public is invited to attend the funeral tomorrow, 2:00 p.m. at the Fargo National Cemetery, to honor his service. Drug Runner Strikes: Democrats Accused of "Treason" (0:11:43) [cite_start]The hosts and callers criticize Democratic leaders and media figures (like Joe Scarborough) for characterizing the U.S. military's strikes on drug-running boats (coke boats) as "war crimes". [cite_start]The hosts argue the pushback is political "Trump derangement syndrome" and "treason", as they are defending "murderous drug dealers in boats sending drugs to kill Americans". Minnesota Fraud: Whistleblowers Feared Retaliation (0:28:01) [cite_start]Minnesota journalist Dustin Grage reports that whistleblowers—some of whom are Somali—did not initially come forward in the Minnesota fraud case (which has 76 charged individuals from the Horn of Africa [cite_start]) because they feared retaliation from…

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.

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.

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

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

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