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A Choose Your Own Adventure intro, Weaponizing your sprinklers, Hurricane Erin gets close to the East Coast, Turnpike Semi Truck crash updates, Trump plays DJ at the White House, the cringiest bride ever, the Good Boy movie buzz, Oklahoma teacher tests, a present from Putin and so much more!

A Choose Your Own Adventure intro, Weaponizing your sprinklers, Hurricane Erin gets close to the East Coast, Turnpike Semi Truck crash updates, Trump plays DJ at the White House, the cringiest bride ever, the Good Boy movie buzz, Oklahoma teacher tests, a present from Putin and so much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, I'm getting real as hell about something that's been blocking me for years and I didn't even realize I was doing it.I sat down with the powerhouse herself, Annamarie Green, and within minutes, she had me ugly crying on Zoom and realizing the hard truth:I've been weaponizing my past against my future self.Oof.We talk about how those old versions of us: people-pleasing, perfection-chasing, “too much” little girls - and how they can sneak into the driver's seat and sabotage the woman we're trying to become. And how to finally let that shit go.If you've been feeling stuck, numb, or like you're walking around with a backpack full of bricks (aka childhood trauma, failed relationships, or shame you didn't even know was still there), YOU NEED TO HEAR THIS.

Are you aware of operation OFTEN in which US Intelligence Agencies during the 60's/70's tried to harness all aspects of the paranormal for their covert agendas. What about the Goblin attacks that have been occurring in Zimbabwe for well over a decade! Then there is the ultimate reboot of humanity in the guise of Transhumanism. All this and more will be answered in this episode.

Leah Litman is a professor of law at the University of Michigan and a former Supreme Court clerk. In addition to co-hosting Strict Scrutiny, she writes frequently about the Court for media outlets including The Washington Post, Slate, and The Atlantic, among others, and has appeared as a commentator on NPR and MSNBC, in addition to other venues. She has received the Ruth Bader Ginsburg award for her “scholarly excellence” from the American Constitution Society and published in top law reviews. Her new book is LAWLESS: How the Supreme Court Runs on Conservative Grievance, Fringe Theories, and Bad Vibes. Leah brings her terrific insights and legal expertise back into The Back Room to discuss the Epstein scandal, the escalating weaponizing of the Department of Justice, Texas redistricting, Emil Bove, the Supreme Court and more. Got somethin' to say?! Email us at BackroomAndy@gmail.com Leave us a message: 845-307-7446 Twitter: @AndyOstroy Produced by Andy Ostroy, Matty Rosenberg, and Jennifer Hammoud @ Radio Free Rhiniecliff Design by Cricket Lengyel

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What do we do in the long and short delays of life? And what does it mean to wait on the Lord with a trust that surpasses the weight of waiting on the promises of God?

From fear-mongering content creators to social media experts peddling doom, Canada's housing market has become an anxiety-fueled echo chamber where clicks matter more than facts. Housing analyst Ben Myers sits down with Adam & Matt to dissect how social media has weaponized housing anxiety across Vancouver and Toronto, creating a toxic cycle where fear drives engagement and nuance gets drowned out by extremes. The conversation cuts deep into the psychology behind "performative real estate" content and how perma-bears profit from keeping Canadians angry and afraid. What makes "performative real estate" content so addictive to stressed Canadians? Why has being a real estate "doomer" become more popular than being accurate? And in a world where being negative sounds more honest than being balanced, how can buyers cut through the noise to make smart decisions? Don't miss this eye-opening conversation about the intersection of housing, media, and human psychology.

In this episode of New Frontiers, host Paul Johnson sits down with psychologist Dr. Emily Bashah, political columnist Bob Robb, and professor Henry Thompson to dissect the explosive impact of conspiracy theories in American politics and culture. This gripping discussion delves into the rise of QAnon, the Epstein file scandal, and how political figures from both the left and the right strategically fuel these narratives. Together, they explore the psychological traps, victimhood ideologies, and the social media-driven spread of misinformation that threatens the foundations of democracy.Topics Discussed in the Video- The Rise and Weaponization of Conspiracies: Paul Johnson lays the foundation for understanding how conspiracy theories, once dismissed as fringe, have been strategically weaponized in modern politics—particularly by Donald Trump. This includes the deliberate courting of QAnon believers and how politicians are capitalizing on growing distrust.- The Epstein Files Controversy: The panel analyzes how the Epstein scandal sparked a rare fracture within Trump's MAGA coalition. Bob Robb and Henry Thompson reflect on the political implications of releasing raw investigative files and why even Trump can't control this narrative anymore.- Three Psychological Profiles of Conspiracy Believers: Dr. Emily Bashah presents groundbreaking insights from her forensic psychology work, categorizing conspiracy theorists into three groups: those with agency, those with a victim mindset, and those suffering from psychological disorders. Her research shows how each group becomes susceptible to radical ideas.- Radicalization and Social Media: The conversation explores how digital platforms amplify extremist thought, drawing connections between Pizzagate, incel movements, and acts of violence. Dr. Bashah illustrates how isolation, echo chambers, and dopamine feedback loops can radicalize everyday people.- The Left Isn't Immune: While much of the conversation focuses on right-wing extremism, Paul Johnson shifts the lens to conspiracy narratives embraced by the progressive left. Drawing on postmodern theory and anti-Zionist movements, the panel critiques how identity politics and academic ideology can also foster dangerous misinformation.- Antisemitism and Global Parallels: Henry Thompson traces the historical roots of antisemitism and its disturbing reemergence in both right-wing populism and left-wing activism. The panel discusses how global instability—from Gaza to Germany—is reviving old hatreds under new ideological disguises.- Solutions and Optimism: The discussion concludes with calls for critical thinking, greater political reform, and a re-engagement with optimistic leadership. Paul Johnson emphasizes the need to empower independent voters and dismantle structural partisanship to curb the influence of extremist ideologies.

I believe this is one of my most important shows, and it includes actionable steps (see below free webinar from Glenn). I knew I needed to make more changes, AND Glenn has motivated me... and hopefully you. In our podcast, he discusses the importance of his life's work regarding teaching privacy with his company Privacy Academy, CO^ID tyranny, Edward Snowden, the weaponizing of data, fear, surveillance capitalism, a true story about his son that will knock your socks off regarding AI, China, Big Brother, Big Tech (Google, Apple, Microsoft), scammers down to the Real ID, social media, the hard truth of online children safety laws, carbon credit score and Gold IRA scams (which I am now part of and I didn't know!).In the "Just Be Practice," he discusses his five-step plan to help you regain your privacy and freedom.

Mentor Sessions Ep. 022: Luke Gromen on Bitcoin, Dollar Devaluation, and Global Power ShiftsWhat if the chaos—wild news cycles, economic policy flip-flops, and geopolitical drama—isn't random, but a red flag of a massive shift unfolding now? In this unmissable Mentor Sessions interview, macro guru Luke Gromen, FFTT's prediction savant, decodes the Washington's panic, dollar devaluation's knock on effects, and military technology's role in reshaping global finance. Bitcoin isn't just a hedge—it's a potential reserve asset in a world of fiscal policy chaos and inflation. From digital currency disrupting the status quo to geopolitical influence slipping, Gromen reveals how Bitcoin could redefine power in a crumbling fiat system. Want to survive the U.S. economy's next chapter? Watch now for insights that cut through the noise! Key Topics: Economic policy and dollar devaluation impacts Military technology and geopolitical influence shifts Bitcoin as a reserve asset and digital currency Fiscal policy, inflation, and global finance trendsChapters:• 00:00:00 - Intro: Chaos as a SignalLuke Gromen frames today's chaos as a sign of major shifts.• 00:01:22 - Noise is the Signal: DC's PanicWhy failed economic plans have Washington scrambling.• 00:05:07 - Dollar Devaluation HitsHow devaluing the dollar boosts gold and Bitcoin.• 00:09:01 - Powell's Missed ChanceComparing today's policies to past economic fixes.• 00:13:06 - Screw Bondholders, Save AmericaChoosing the U.S. over banks with hot inflation.• 00:17:02 - Winners and LosersWho gains and loses in this economic shakeup.• 00:21:06 - Cantillon Effect ExposedHow money printing screws the working class—unless labor's tight.• 00:25:14 - Empire vs. Home StrengthTrading global reach for domestic gains.• 00:29:04 - Military Tech RevolutionDrones and missiles ending U.S. dominance.• 00:33:19 - Protection FadesWhy U.S. defense can't back the dollar anymore.• 00:41:11 - Weaponizing the DollarSanctions backfiring on the dollar's reign.• 00:45:04 - Bitcoin as Reserve Asset?Could Bitcoin replace treasuries in global finance?• 00:49:11 - Stablecoins Lead to BitcoinHow stablecoins pave the way for Bitcoin adoption.• 00:53:00 - Bitcoin's Power SurgeBitcoin holders' rising political clout.• 00:57:00 - Sovereign Debt WarningThe UK's crisis as a fiat system red flag.About Luke Gromen: Macro Analyst, FTX LLC X: @LukeGromenWebsite: fftt-llc.com⚡ POWERED by @Sazmining — the easiest way to mine Bitcoin and take control of your financial future. ⛏️You own the rig

Live from Dylan the Graphics Guy's apartment/safehouse this week. The boys cover the Vegas trip from Dylan's POV, Trump & Epstein, Cowboys, the NFL PA collusion / strip club debacle, Ozzy and the Hulkster - the new intern for DP Takes A Gamble - and of course, Hunter Biden. Get it in yall. 

Friday Focus provides listeners with a focused, half-hour masterclass on the big issues, events and trends driving the news and current events. The show features Janice Gross Stein, the founding director of the Munk School of Global Affairs and bestselling author, in conversation with Rudyard Griffiths, Chair and moderator of the Munk Debates. Rudyard and Janice open today's show talking about starvation in Gaza. How do we find ourselves here, and what can be done about it? While it is true that Hamas steals food to sell on the black market to pay its fighters, there is no justification for using food as a weapon. Can Israel recover from this moral stain? And why is Hamas not subject to international pressure to release the hostages that could end this war? Both Rudyard and Janice agree that the time is over for diplomatic solutions. International security forces need to intervene and put an end to this conflict. In the second half of the show Rudyard and Janice turn to France's intention to recognize Palestinian Statehood at the UN in September. This might not be welcome news to the Palestinian Authority and its leader Mahmoud Abbas as it comes with expectations of governance and elections. How does a statement or recognition actually change events on the ground? Is it enough to break through the defensive shield Bibi has built around himself? Ultimately, If this declaration does nothing to change Palestinian leadership or Israel's control over the West Bank, then it is nothing more than empty rhetoric with no consequence. To support the Friday Focus podcast consider becoming a donor to the Munk Debates for as little as $25 annually, or $.50 per episode. Canadian donors receive a charitable tax receipt. This podcast is a project of the Munk Debates, a Canadian charitable organization dedicated to fostering civil and substantive public dialogue. More information at www.munkdebates.com.

The MAGA propaganda machine is powerful and dangerous. More than anything I've seen in my lifetime, I've watched it successfully weaponize the human soul, taking the worst primal human emotions and using them to wound and even kill our neighbors and fellow citizens and the most vulnerable among us.

Just when you thought things couldn't get more unhinged, Donald Trump is now calling for former President Barack Obama to be investigated for treason. Yes, you read that right. Is this where we are now? Weaponizing the government to go after political opponents while hoping everyone forgets about a certain Epstein-shaped scandal swirling around the White House? Tonight, we dig into this authoritarian fever dream, what it says about the state of our democracy, and whether this latest tantrum is just another frantic attempt to change the subject. Spoiler: it probably is. This episode is brought to you by Chef IQ. Summer Grilling Season is here and Chef IQ Sense makes you a grill master! During their flash sale you get 15% off. Visit ChefIQ.com and use promo code Lemon. This episode is brought to you by 120 Life. Go to https://120life.com and use the code, “D-O-N ” to save 20%. This episode is sponsored by ZBiotics. Go to https://zbiotics.com/LEMON and use LEMON at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. This episode is sponsored by Lean. Let me get you started with 20% off when you enter code Lemon20 at takelean.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of "More Than a Muse," hosts Sadie and Stauney dive into the intriguing world of the "tradwife" movement. They explore the romanticization of traditional gender roles and the impact of social media influencers on this trend. From discussing the allure of domesticity to critiquing the notion of choice feminism, they unravel the complexities and contradictions within the tradwife lifestyle. Join us as we navigate the pipelines leading women into this movement and question the authenticity of the online portrayals. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on feminism, societal expectations, and the pursuit of genuine fulfillment. The Rise and Fall of the Trad Wife | The New Yorker Tradwife Aesthetic: When Being the Beauvoirian Other Reemerges as a Social Media Trend | Blog of the APA No, You Are Not a Tradwife Just Because You Like to Cook or Crochet | by Charlie Brown | Bitchy | Medium Tradwives, stay-at-home girlfriends, and the dream of feminine leisure Trad Wives, MAHA, and the Women's Wellness Pipeline Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As artificial intelligence programs become more widely accessible, so too do increasingly sophisticated deepfake scams that take advantage of the technology. Earlier this month, the State Department confirmed reports that an imposter pretending to be Secretary of State Marco Rubio reached out to at least five high-ranking government officials. It wasn't the first time a member of the Trump administration had been impersonated by AI; in May, the White House confirmed a similar incident involving Chief of Staff Susie Wiles. But these days, you don't even have to be a big-name politician to end up on the wrong side of a deepfake scam. If your image and voice exist on the internet, enterprising bad actors might be able to use them against you. Reporter David Gilbert, who covers disinformation and online extremism for Wired, joins us to talk about the risks deepfakes pose to the public and how all of us can protect ourselves.And in headlines: President Donald Trump sued The Wall Street Journal for $20 billion over an article claiming he sent a lewd birthday card to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, Israeli troops killed dozens of Palestinians seeking food in Gaza Sunday, and CBS is pulling the plug on ‘The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.'Show Notes:Read David's stories: https://www.wired.com/author/david-gilbert/Call Congress – 202-224-3121Subscribe to the What A Day Newsletter – https://tinyurl.com/3kk4nyz8What A Day – YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/@whatadaypodcastFollow us on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/crookedmedia/For a transcript of this episode, please visit crooked.com/whataday

They operate in encrypted channels, recruit via gaming platforms, and use AI to psychologically profile targets. Group 764 isn't just a cult—it's a digital hive mind conducting mass behavioral experiments. We infiltrate their hierarchy: from "Neuro-Layers" brainwashing streams to their manifesto predicting societal collapse by 2027. Why do ex-members vanish? How are Silicon Valley execs linked to their funding? Discover the darknet suicides, predictive programming in viral memes, and their terrifying endgame: replacing human will with algorithmic control. This is Anonymous meets Scientology—on cyber-steroids.

Chuck Todd begins with the growing firestorm surrounding President Donad Trump's decision to withhold the Epstein files and why his behavior is only adding to the suspicion. He explains why Epstein is a central figure to the QAnon conspiracy many Trump supporters subscribe to, and why Trump's continued dismissals of a theory he has fed for years will only further fracture his base and prolong the outrage over his broken promise to release all the files.Then, Chuck is joined by formal FTC Chair Lina Khan to reflect on her transformative tenure leading the Federal Trade Commission and the critical battles she fought against corporate monopolization. Khan discusses how the concentration of corporate power today mirrors the early 20th century, exploring whether capitalism itself is failing as tech giants like Google and Amazon wield unprecedented control over commerce, media distribution, and information flow. She delves into the surveillance economy that has emerged from companies monetizing user data, the regulatory challenges posed by AI development, and controversial practices like surveillance pricing and non-compete agreements that trap both consumers and workers.Khan also addresses the structural limitations of the FTC, noting how the agency is too small for its ambitious mission, while highlighting unexpected bipartisan support from the populist right for her antitrust work. The conversation covers her efforts to tackle everything from pharmacy benefit managers and subscription cancellation difficulties to the urgent need for algorithm regulation, particularly for content affecting children. As she prepares to leave the FTC, Khan reflects on the media's focus on markets rather than the broader economy, the ongoing fight for data privacy rights, and the "ferocious pushback" lawmakers face when challenging powerful corporate interests, offering practical advice for consumers seeking to protect their privacy in an increasingly surveilled digital landscape.Finally, Chuck shares his experience of discovering that Google's Gemini AI claims that he was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease… which is not true. Timeline:(Timestamps may vary based on advertisements)00:00 Introduction01:30 Seemed like Trump would fire Jay Powell to distract from Epstein03:30 Markets reacted badly to potential firing of Powell04:15 Trump attacks his own supporters over Epstein06:15 “Hoax” is Trumpspeak for not having a good explanation08:00 Trump's behavior is creating more suspicion11:30 Most Epstein associates probably just looked the other way12:30 The more defiant Trump sounds, the more guilty he looks13:15 Most right wing media has fallen in line behind Trump14:15 Michael Flynn is the pope of QAnon, and is expressing doubts16:45 The central tenet of QAnon is the idea of an elite pedophile cabal18:15 If Trump says it's a hoax, it knocks down the foundational pillar of Qanon19:00 Epstein became the face of the conspiracy20:30 Trump and his associates have fed the conspiracy theorists for years22:00 If they had evidence of crimes, they would have brought charges23:45 This could be the moment Trump supporters finally feel conned25:15 Trump's age is showing, possible health issue they won't disclose28:00 You can't trust any press release the administration puts out29:30 Trump won't get out of the Epstein debacle unscathed31:15 Lina Khan joins the Chuck ToddCast! 32:15 Lina's path to becoming the FTC chair 34:15 Concentration of corporate power is similar to the early 20th century 37:15 Is capitalism failing? 39:00 Large corporations control the distribution of media and information 40:15 Will the consolidation of power destroy the media ecosystem? 42:00 Google and Amazon have enormous power over commerce 43:00 Why are users forced to give up their data in order to use a product? 43:45 Companies monetized by surveilling users 45:15 South Park perfectly parodied the concept of "Terms and Conditions" 46:30 Making the same regulatory mistakes with AI that we did with social media? 47:45 The barrier to entry to starting an AI company is very high 48:45 Collected data is being used for surveillance pricing 49:30 Is the FTC set up to be proactive or reactive? 50:30 Non-compete agreements are being used to trap employees 51:30 The FTC is too small for its mission 52:15 The populist right supported Lina's work at FTC 54:15 Can independent pharmacists survive in this market? 55:45 Why do pharmacy benefit managers exist? 57:30 What cases that she pursued has the FTC continued to ligitage? 59:45 Subscriptions are incredibly difficult to cancel 1:01:00 Companies have made subscriptions their business model 1:03:45 How do you make the public aware of your work at the FTC? 1:06:15 The media covers markets rather than the economy 1:08:30 Who is regulating algorithms? 1:09:45 There's a massive need for regulating algorithms that affect kids 1:11:00 Will we ever get a data "bill of rights" or more individual control over data? 1:12:30 Some data should be off limits for monetization 1:14:00 Apple store's "Ask Not To Track" setting made a positive difference 1:15:00 Younger users are more comfortable with giving up their data 1:16:15 Lawmakers face ferocious pushback and lobbying 1:16:45 Best ways for consumers to protect their privacy 1:18:15 What's next for Lina?1:19:45 Google AI search says Chuck has Parkinson's disease… he doesn't 1:22:45 The AI confused Chuck with a man named Todd in Florida 1:23:45 AI tools have been trained on the garbage saved on the internet 1:24:45 AI still has terrible flaws based on the data it trains on 1:26:15 The dragnet approach to AI can cause people real problems 1:27:30 AI products are half baked when released to the public 1:28:45 Ask Chuck 1:29:15 Why didn't the administration deport criminal migrants already in prison? 1:30:45 Thoughts on 18 year term limits?

Ever gone full detective on your partner in the name of “just being curious”? Yeah… me too.

Cloud seeding is the new chemtrails conspiracy theory. We talk about weather modification, the Trump store, the Ark Encounter protest, the IRS, and more!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/thethinkingatheist--3270347/support.

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The economic statecraft expert explains how sanctions, chokepoints, and financial tools are redefining market risk and opportunity. Host: Steve Sanduski, CFP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textThis episode is a gut punch of clarity and common sense wrapped in Hoist-fueled sarcasm. Aaron and Peaches sits down with retired Marine Corps Colonel Curtis Lee—civil affairs legend, community builder, and founder of Carolinas for Ukraine. From mentoring under three-war combat vets to spearheading grassroots refugee resettlement, Curtis breaks down the real meaning of service after service.And oh yeah—we're not afraid to poke the bear. Illegal immigration? We say no. Strategic, vetted, value-driven immigration? Hell yes. Curtis' program resettles Ukrainian families legally—and it might just be the model for how we fix the entire U.S. immigration dumpster fire.We hit topics the media won't touch with a ten-foot boom mic:The Afghanistan withdrawal debacle

Recent flash floods in Kerrville, Texas; Ruidoso, New Mexico; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, and along the East Coast have made sensational headlines in recent days as tidal waves of roaring water has seemingly appeared out of nowhere. 115 so far are dead in Texas, untold number of deaths in North Carolina, 3 people died in Mexico. What role might chemtrails and cloud seeding play in all this? As it turns out, a lot, and that's the memo.“He gave them hail for rain, and flaming fire in their land.” Psalm 105:32 (KJB)On this episode of the Prophecy News Podcast, Augustus Doricko knew when he founded cloud-seeding start-up Rainmaker in 2023 that he'd have to contend with misunderstandings and conspiracy theories surrounding the technology. Still, he wasn't quite prepared for the sheer volume of online fury he has faced in the wake of the catastrophic Texas floods that have killed more than 100 people and nearly twice that many missing. Doricko and his company, Rainmaker, have become a focal point of posts spiraling across social media that suggest the floods in Kerr County were a human-made disaster. An array of influencers, media personalities, elected officials and other prominent figures — including Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Georgia) and former Trump adviser Michael Flynn — have publicly raised the possibility that cloud-seeding operations like Rainmaker's might have caused or at least exacerbated the historic deluge. Is there any truth to all this? Today we take a deeper look into the weather, and the people lurking the shadows who insist on manipulating it for control and profit.

This isn't about policy; it's about power. A cabinet secretary's casual suggestion to replace deported farm-workers with able-bodied Medicaid recipients is a chilling glimpse into a heartless agenda.  This isn't just incompetence; it's cruelty dressed up as a solution.  They expect the poor to pick up the slack created by their own inhumane policies.  It's a sick joke, and it's a blatant disregard for human dignity.But it's not just about cheap labor. It's about dismantling the social safety net, brick by brick.  Christian nationalists are using their influence to exploit loopholes and undermine the Johnson Amendment. They're trying to transform churches into political action committees, blurring the lines between faith and fascism.  Pastor Ralph Drollinger, the so-called spiritual advisor to Congress, is preaching a gospel of poverty as punishment.  His twisted interpretation of scripture justifies starving the poor to line the pockets of the wealthy. And who benefits from this? The rich, of course.  Tax cuts for the wealthy are their holy grail, even if it means sacrificing the vulnerable to the altar of greed.  They're betting that you'll be too distracted by culture wars to notice them looting the treasury.  They're selling you a snake oil solution to a problem they created.  Don't fall for it.  This isn't about economics; it's about a systematic dismantling of compassion and justice.  It's time to fight back before it's too late.Full Show Notes and Links UsedSend us a textSupport the showSubscribe to our free newsletterCheck out our MerchFollow us on BlueskyFind us on Twitter(for now) Find us on InstagramFind us on Counter SocialFind us on Mastadon

Are global weather patterns being manipulated by military powers? For decades, the United States military—along with other world governments—has been secretly engaged in weather warfare, using advanced geoengineering technologies to modify the atmosphere, steer hurricanes, and weaponize the climate. These covert operations, once dismissed as conspiracy theory, are now surfacing through declassified documents and whistleblower testimony, revealing a chilling truth: weather is no longer natural—it's a battlefield.Join our exclusive Patreon community and become a Mysterian—a truth-seeker devoted to uncovering the world's most astonishing and suppressed secrets. As a member, you'll gain access to a vault of hidden knowledge and unfiltered truth that few will ever see.

In Episode 67, Brennan is joined by NYC-actor Robbie Rescigno as they talk about his journey in showbiz, and the benefits of having a twin in the industry! He may not know how to use Instagram, but he's still a wealth of wisdom nonetheless!Support the showHost/ Production/ Editing: Brennan StefanikMusic: Dylan KaufmanGraphic Design: Jordan Vongsithi@batobroadway on Instagram, Threads, and TikTokPatreon.com/batobroadway

We need a fresh perspective on propaganda. The old strategies for combating misinformation are no longer effective. Simply offering fact-checks isn't enough—those ensnared by propaganda aren't searching for facts. They're searching for something deeper: identity, belonging, and meaning. This is the central argument of a new book by Peter Pomerantsev, a renowned scholar of propaganda and information warfare. "How to Win an Information War" tells the story of British journalist Sefton Delmer, who developed innovative techniques to counter Nazi propaganda during World War II. Peter explores Delmer's legacy in hopes of uncovering lessons for today. Perhaps we, too, can learn something from both of them. Book: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/peter-pomerantsev/how-to-win-an-information-war/9781541774728/ Host: Volodymyr Yermolenko, a Ukrainian philosopher, editor-in-chief of UkraineWorld, and president of PEN Ukraine. *** UkraineWorld is run by Internews Ukraine, one of the country's leading media NGOs. You can support our work at https://www.patreon.com/c/ukraineworld. Your support is crucial, as we increasingly rely on crowdfunding. Even a small monthly contribution of $5 or $10 can make a meaningful difference. You can also help fund our regular volunteer missions to Ukraine's front-line areas, where we deliver aid to both soldiers and civilians—primarily by providing vehicles for the military and books for local communities. To support these efforts, donations can be made via PayPal at ukraine.resisting@gmail.com. *** The podcast episode is created by Internews Ukraine as part of the project “Strengthening Truth, Transparency and Democracy to Counter Disinformation”, supported by the Government of Canada. *** CONTENTS: 00:00:00 — What if fact-checks don't work anymore? 0:01:52 — He, who fooled Hitler. Meet Sefton Delmer 00:05:28 — Why did we forget those who understand what propaganda is? 00:07:05 — Why propaganda keeps coming back 00:09:59 — Why did the Nazis win those who lost their identity? 00:11:42 — Are you wearing the mask or is it glued to your face? 00:13:57 — Think you're immune? That's when propaganda hits 00:16:29 — To beat propaganda, you have to be vulnerable to it 00:18:55 — The real battle isn't between freedom and unfreedom, but about what kind of “us” we build? 00:22:50 — Delmer's radio war 00:25:53 — Weaponizing corruption: Delmer's strategy to weaken Nazi loyalty 00:30:41 — “We know you better than they do” 00:33:28 — Tuning in = waking up: breaking the Nazi spell with masquerade 00:35:38 — What makes Kremlin elites panic? Not war - but losing control 00:39:39 — How to break Russian support for war? 00:44:24 — Forget regime change - exploit fear of losing grip 00:47:44 — Angry? Frustrated? That's where good media begins 00:50:02 — Do I want to die for this? The question Delmer planted in Nazi minds 00:51:00 — Propaganda, trauma, and the fight for independent thought

HIS WEEK ON CODE WACK! As federal officials carry out large-scale, military-style raids and widespread arrests of undocumented immigrants, another fight is quietly brewing — one that could push thousands of people off their health insurance. More than half a million young people who were brought to the U.S. as children and grew up here could soon lose eligibility for affordable and subsidized health coverage. A new rule proposed by the Trump Administration would once again block DACA recipients from buying Marketplace insurance or receiving financial assistance. What would this mean for their health, their communities and the widening gap in health and economic equity? To find out, we spoke with Kristin McGuire, Executive Director of Young Invincibles — the nation's largest young adult policy and advocacy organization — where she leads the charge to amplify the voices of young adults in the political process. Check out the Transcript and Show Notes for more! And please keep Code WACK! on the air with a tax-deductible donation.

EP 159 - Janet Miller Monfils, Weaponizing ReligionJust about everything in the world has the potential to have a dark side. Even something as good as faith in a higher power can and has been used for evil throughout history. It's key to understand some of the ways people weaponize religion so as to not fall prey to those who wish to do us harm. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: How today's topic of conversation was decided upon for this episodeWhy Janet gets so fired up when people use religion as a manipulation tacticSome of the ways people can weaponize religion for ill-gotten gainsWhy Janet feels like things can't be good all the time and what we benefit from adversity Why Janet believes in divine timing and why she thinks God expressed it through a couple of morel mushrooms Why Janet refuses to call the little rainbows around the sun as “Sun Dogs”How to surrender to God and how to recognize when it is time to do soFAVORITE QUOTE:  Janet Miller Monfils“ Especially in faith, you have to just let those walls fall and let God do his job.”Janet Miller Monfils___________________________________________________________________________CONNECT WITH GUESTWebsite: www.artisancrustsourdough.comBio:She didn't leave much of a BIO even though she is AWESOME!! She has a PHD in Neurobiology, is a college professor, has an MBA, a miracle life story and is one of the most kind and creative people that I know! Owner/Manager/CEO at Artisan Crust SourdoughSenior faculty, biochemistry and pathophysiology at Western Governors UniversityOwner at Bon Bon's Boutique Handmade CraftsStudied at Western Governors UniversityStudied Neurosciences at Wayne State UniversityStudied MBA - Master in Business Administration at Western Governors UniversityWent to Alma High SchoolStudied at Alma CollegeLives in Stanwood, MichiganFrom Alma, Michigan___________________________________________________________________________CONNECT with Lori: Facebook: @LoriMJewettInstagram: @jewettloriThe “80HD Book” - ORDER HERE! This isn't just another podcast—it's a deep dive into the raw, unfiltered power within YOU. We're all walking around with hidden strengths, untapped potential, and next-level abilities just waiting to be unleashed. And guess what? We're digging deep to find them!Whether you're on a journey of personal growth, chasing big dreams, or ready to leave your mark on the world, this podcast is your go-to guide for tapping into that inner superhero.

THIS WEEK ON CODE WACK! As federal officials carry out large-scale, military-style raids and widespread arrests of undocumented immigrants, another fight is quietly brewing — one that could push thousands of people off their health insurance. More than half a million young people who were brought to the U.S. as children and grew up here could soon lose eligibility for affordable and subsidized health coverage.  A new rule proposed by the Trump Administration would once again block DACA recipients from buying Marketplace insurance or receiving financial assistance. What would this mean for their health, their communities and the widening gap in health and economic equity? To find out, we spoke with Kristin McGuire, Executive Director of Young Invincibles — the nation's largest young adult policy and advocacy organization — where she leads the charge to amplify the voices of young adults in the political process. Check out the Transcript and Show Notes for more! And please keep Code WACK! on the air with a tax-deductible donation.   

THIS WEEK ON CODE WACK! As federal officials carry out large-scale, military-style raids and widespread arrests of undocumented immigrants, another fight is quietly brewing — one that could push thousands of people off their health insurance. More than half a million young people who were brought to the U.S. as children and grew up here could soon lose eligibility for affordable and subsidized health coverage. A new rule proposed by the Trump Administration would once again block DACA recipients from buying Marketplace insurance or receiving financial assistance. What would this mean for their health, their communities and the widening gap in health and economic equity? To find out, we spoke with Kristin McGuire, Executive Director of Young Invincibles — the nation's largest young adult policy and advocacy organization — where she leads the charge to amplify the voices of young adults in the political process. Check out the Transcript and Show Notes for more! And please keep Code WACK! on the air with a tax-deductible donation.

Text us your questions or comments!Every man is wired with unique gifts—strengths, talents, instincts. But most bury them under insecurity, laziness, or distraction. This episode is a call to stop sitting on your weapons and start training with them.Weaponizing your gifts means taking what God has naturally placed inside of you—and turning it into something that builds, fights, defends, and leads.“A COMMON GIFT USED CREATIVELY CAN BE VERY POWERFUL!”SOTD:1 Peter 4:10–11 (ESV)“As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God's varied grace…”“…in order that in everything God may be glorified through Jesus Christ.”ACTION STEPS:STEP 1: IDENTIFY IT. (Strengths finder, Spiritual gifts assesment links)What fires you up? What comes easy to you but impacts others? What do people seek you out for?Ask a few close brothers: “What do you see in me?”STEP 2: TRAIN IT.Invest time and discipline—just because it's a gift doesn't mean it comes ready for war.Study it, practice it, build with it.STEP 3: DEPLOY IT.Find a way to serve others or lead others with your gift.Use it in your family, your church, your community, your craft.STEP 4: GUARD IT.Pride will twist your gift. Insecurity will bury it. Comfort will dull it.Stay humble, stay sharp.Marching Orders (One Challenge, One Action):This week, weaponize one gift.Support the show TDMP SITE: https://dangerousmanpodcast.com/ Grab some DANGEROUS GEAR in our shop https://dangerousmanpodcast.com/shop/ Support the show for as little as $3 a month https://www.buzzsprout.com/2080275/supporters/new Follow us on X for more shenanigans https://twitter.com/TDMPodcast603 Follow us on Instagram for extra shenanigans https://www.instagram.com/thedangerousmanpodcast/ Connect with Matt Fortin & Rory Lawrence Email us at: thedangerousmanpodcast@gmail.com Remember men... Stop trying & start training! Top Men's Podcast for 2024... https://podcasts.feedspot.com/mens_podcasts/

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We're catching up on all the latest this week in our POSTED segment, loaded with biting coons, anti's trying to buy bear tags, high-flyin' hikers, and the Pickle in Bear Grease. Don't miss this one! The Hunting Roots Podcast is brought to you by onX Hunt - www.onxmaps.comwww.mossyoak.com 

Guest BioTyson Adams is a trauma-informed IFS men's coach, somatic bodyworker and psychedelic facilitator. After spending 20 years addicted to pornography, he outgrew it ten years ago and has found his passion and purpose in helping other men master their lifeforce energy. He also co-facilitates men's work leadership intensives and works with couples experiencing intimacy challenges. When he's not working you'll catch him on a rock wall or riding a slackline in sunny, San Diego.Episode SummaryPorn is more than a habit—it's a hijack of your identity. In this vulnerable and powerful episode, Tyson Adams opens up about his own struggle with addiction and how it nearly destroyed him from the inside out. But instead of spiraling, he took a different path—one rooted in surrender, discipline, and a radical redefinition of what it means to be a man.We talk about semen retention, spiritual leadership, masculine clarity, and why porn is the silent battle most men are losing. Tyson doesn't just call men out—he calls them up, offering a redemptive roadmap out of shame and into sacred strength.This conversation isn't just about porn—it's about reclaiming the parts of you that were never meant to be outsourced.In This Episode, You'll Discover...Why porn is one of the most effective tools for spiritual disconnectionHow semen retention can rewire your nervous system and restore purposeThe hidden cost of “doing life alone” as a manHow addiction to dopamine is silently killing our leadershipThe difference between repression and divine disciplineWhy clarity and power return when men get honest with GodHow Tyson's own breaking point became a breakthroughConnect with Tyson AdamsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tysonadams__Call to ActionIf you're tired of white-knuckling your way through life—or silently losing a battle no one knows you're in—this episode is your invitation to step out of isolation and into strength. Listen, reflect, and take one bold step today. The world needs the real you.

This episode is presented by Create A Video – A rundown of how Democrat leaders profited from Russian deals when they were attacking Trump as being a Russian stooge. Plus, an update from the NCGOP convention and probing Biden's autopen. Subscribe to the podcast at: https://ThePetePod.com/ All the links to Pete's Prep are free: https://patreon.com/petekalinershow Media Bias Check: If you choose to subscribe, get 15% off here! Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.comGet exclusive content here!: https://thepetekalinershow.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eleanor Goldfield hosts this week's program. In the first segment, we learn about the ongoing crisis that began with Hurricane Helene and why it continues, as federal and state authorities fail to address the actual needs of the people affected by the disaster. Next, a look at how the Trump administration, and some states, are working to suppress free speech by labeling any criticism of Israel as “antisemitism” and why this effort is actually a danger to Jewish people. Chelsea White-Hoglen is a lifelong Western North Carolina resident, a community organizer, and a mutual-aid worker. She also produces and hosts “Rednecks Rising,” a podcast about Appalachia. Alex Kane is a senior reporter at Jewish Currents magazine (www.jewishcurrents.org).   The post Continuing impacts of Hurricane Helene / Governments weaponizing antisemitism appeared first on KPFA.

Vechi Mutum: Weaponizing Excuses to Avoid Sobriety | The Hopeaholics PodcastIn this deeply moving episode of The Hopeaholics Podcast, Vechi Mutum delivers an unflinching and inspiring account of his journey through addiction, trauma, and recovery, offering hope to anyone facing their own battles. Vechi endured a childhood filled with violence and instability, leading to a suicide attempt at 14 and early struggles with mental health. These experiences set the stage for a descent into addiction, starting with compulsive sugar consumption as a child and escalating to prescription drugs like Norco and Valium after a knee injury derailed his firefighter dreams. By his early 20s, Vechi was entangled in methamphetamine use, introduced by a neighbor, which fueled a life of homelessness, criminal activity, and estrangement from family. Now over a decade sober, Vechi shares profound reflections on rebuilding his life, including an 11-year marriage, adopting their son, and raising two boys with intention, teaching them resilience and accountability. The episode also highlights Vechi's passionate advocacy, including a call to treat fentanyl use as attempted suicide and a demand for better support for veterans battling addiction. With raw honesty, Vechi discusses navigating the “dark hallways” of recovery, from false legal accusations to the ongoing wreckage of past mistakes, emphasizing the power of doing “the next right thing.”#thehopeaholics #redemption #recovery #AlcoholAddiction #AddictionRecovery #wedorecover  #SobrietyJourney #MyStory #RecoveryIsPossible #Hope #wedorecover Join our patreon to get access to an EXTRA EPISODE every week of ‘Off the Record', exclusive content, a thriving recovery community, and opportunities to be featured on the podcast. https://patreon.com/TheHopeaholics Follow the Hopeaholics on our Socials:https://www.instagram.com/thehopeaholics https://linktr.ee/thehopeaholicsBuy Merch: https://thehopeaholics.myshopify.comVisit our Treatment Centers: https://www.hopebythesea.comIf you or a loved one needs help, please call or text 949-615-8588. We have the resources to treat mental health and addiction. Sponsored by the Infiniti Group LLC:https://www.infinitigroupllc.com Timestamps:00:05:19 - Early Addiction to Sugar00:07:04 - Rejecting Higher Power in AA00:08:04 - Struggles as a Teen00:09:13 - Suicide Attempt at 1400:11:11 - Injury Derails Firefighter Dreams00:12:11 - Prescription Drug Abuse Escalates00:14:42 - Introduction to Methamphetamine00:16:30 - Homelessness and Criminal Activity00:17:43 - Losing Custody of Children00:19:19 - Selfish Excuses for Addiction00:21:06 - A Stranger's Compassion01:06:36 - Urgent Call to Treat Fentanyl as Attempted Suicide01:09:57 - Veterans Deserve Better Support01:14:32 - Protecting Kids from Fentanyl01:16:30 - Fatherhood as a Privilege01:18:31 - Rebuilding Family After Mistakes01:19:21 - Teaching Sons Resilience01:20:30 - Navigating Dark Hallways

We discuss coups, color revolutions and the changing face of political manipulation in the world. The world is not what it seems even in non-military political manipulation. The hybrid and grey zone conflict is real. Color revolution have hijacked Western democracy and precipitated he slow decline of modern civilization. References Global Instances of Coups from 1950 to 2010: A New Dataset Colpus Dataset KGB defector Yuri Bezmenov's warning to America A Retrospective on RMA, 2000-2020. Edward Luttwak Coup d'État: A Practical Handbook, Revised Edition Bruce Bueno de Mesquita and Alastair Smith The Dictator's Handbook: Why Bad Behavior is Almost Always Good Politics Oleg Karpovich Color Revolutions: Techniques in Breaking Down Modern Political Regimes Ervand AbrahamianThe Coup: 1953, The CIA, and The Roots of Modern U.S.-Iranian Relations David Talbot The Devil's Chessboard: Allen Dulles, the CIA, and the Rise of America's Secret Government Georgii Samoilovich Isserson G.S. Isserson and the War of the Future: Key Writings of a Soviet Military Theorist My Substack. Email at cgpodcast@pm.me

In this Memorial Day episode of the RattlerGator Report, J.B. White blends personal reflection with sharp political commentary in a freewheeling solo broadcast. He pays tribute to fallen soldiers, honors his wedding anniversary, and explores legacy-building through family, faith, and culture. The episode features a lively discussion on the role of language in cultural warfare, particularly J.B.'s ongoing “Project De-Weaponization,” aimed at reclaiming and disarming racially charged terms through humor, unity, and bold conversation. J.B. also dives into a pair of powerful essays about Harvard's decline, from its symbolic collapse as a cultural command node to its role in globalist control via its endowment board. He draws connections between these institutional failures and a broader societal shift toward decentralization and sovereignty. The show touches on live theater, artistic integrity, and Trump's cultural influence, all woven with J.B.'s signature warmth, wit, and unapologetic truth-telling. From eurodollar economics to the failings of the legal profession, this episode challenges listeners to engage with America's crossroads, and to stay on the battlefield.

Today, we're talking all about terrain—one of the most underrated and underutilized assets, especially when it comes to civilian training.Whether you're military, law enforcement, private security, or a serious civilian protector, understanding how to use the environment to your advantage is a critical edge. It's the force multiplier that's always around you—so you'd better make use of it.The fact of matter is that the environment is a weapon that is always at your disposal.  Learn to use it or someone else will.So, pull up a chair and sit a spell as we discuss information and tips for how you can use the environment to your advantage.  Support the showGet Members Only Content when you upgrade to a premium membership on our Substack page. Click here.Link up with us:Website: Pearl Snap TacticalInstagram: Pearl Snap Tactical X: Pearl Snap TaciticalThe views and opinions expressed by the guests do not necessarily reflect those of the host, this podcast or affiliates. The information provided in these shows are for educational purposes do not constitute legal advice. Those interest in training in the use of firearms or other self-defense applications are advised to seek out a professional, qualified instructor.(Some of the links in the episode show notes are affiliate links. This means that if you make a purchase through these links, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. We only recommend products or services we have personally used and believe will add value to our listeners.)

Air Date: 5-21-2025 A popular MAGA refrain is, "promises made, promises kept." The key is having known which promises to take seriously. Weaponizing the government against his enemies and attempting to wield dictatorial power, sure. Benefit his supporters or the working class more broadly, or rid the government of waste, fraud, or corruption... not so much. Direct Download BestOfTheLeft.com/Support (Members Get Bonus Shows + No Ads!) Use our links to shop Bookshop.org and Libro.fm for a non-evil book and audiobook purchasing experience! Join our Discord community! KEY POINTS KP 1: 100 Perfect Days - Pod Save America - Air Date 4-29-25 KP 2: 100 Daze of Trump's 'Fascist Death Spiral' with Heather Digby Parton of Salon, 'Driftglass' of 'Pro Left Podcast' - The BradCast - Air Date 4-30-25 KP 3: There is no president, really - Takes™ by Jamelle Bouie - Air Date 4-26-25 KP 4: 100 days of payback - Today, Explained - Air Date 4-29-25 KP 5: Trump Is Losing A Lot In Court. Plus, the First Episode of The Divided Dial (S2). - On The Media - Air Date 5-9-25 KP 6: 100 Days of Hypocrisy - Main Justice - Air Date 4-29-25 KP 7: A Trumped Up Police State Is Coming Part 1 - The Intercept Briefing - Air Date 5-8-25 KP 8: 100 Days of Chaos Skye Perryman - Future Hindsight - Air Date 5-1-25 (52:39) NOTE FROM THE EDITOR On the upcoming No Kings protest on June 14 DEEPER DIVES (57:36) SECTION A: EXECUTIVE POWER (1:35:05) SECTION B: IMMIGRATION & FORCE (1:58:20) SECTION C: INCOMPETENCY AND SELF ENRICHMENT (2:40:49) SECTION D: RESISTANCE SHOW IMAGE CREDITS for #1711 - Trump 100 days Description: Black and white photo of Trump at a podium at the White House looking stern, with a policeman standing behind him. Credit: “P20250519JB-0425P20250519JB-0425” by The White House, Flickr | Government work, Public Domain   Produced by Jay! Listen Anywhere! BestOfTheLeft.com/Listen Listen Anywhere! Follow BotL: Bluesky | Mastodon | Threads | X

On today's episode, Andy & DJ are joined by Billy Gene in the studio. They discuss Billy's 75 HARD journey, OpenAi's CEO Sam Altman and other US tech leaders testifying to Congress on Ai competition with China, and Kash Patel completely annihilating Senator Patty Murray after she foolishly accuses him of weaponizing and politicizing the FBI.

Preview: Colleague Henry Sokolski comments on the weaponizing of LEO. More1952

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:   First, in a shocking report, the FBI has alleged that some top Venezuelan government officials have been facilitating the migration of members of the violent gang Tren de Aragua into the US. Later in the show—Russia unleashes a massive missile and drone attack on Kyiv overnight, killing at least 12 people. It marked the biggest attack on the Ukrainian capital this year, and came just hours after peace talks between Washington and Kyiv appeared to fall apart. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting PDBPremium.com. Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybrief TriTails Premium Beef: Visit https://TryBeef.com/PDB for 2 free Flat Iron steaks with your first box over $250. Plus, for a limited time enjoy 5% off on almost everything site-wide excluding subscriptions and B-stock. Birch Gold: Text PDB to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold StopBox: Get firearm security redesigned and save with BOGO the StopBox Pro AND 10% OFF @StopBoxUSA with code PDB at http://stopboxusa.com/PDB #stopboxpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jamie Weinstein is joined by sociologist Larry Diamond to explain how democracies rise and fall and what history might tell us about Donald Trump's slouch towards tyranny. The Agenda: —Signs of a democratic crisis —Weaponizing the government —Missing the forest for the trees —Trump 1.0 vs. Trump 2.0 —‘Trump isn't a fascist, he's a golfer' —All the president's men —When to be concerned Show Notes: —Diamond: The Crisis of Democracy Is Here —Diamond's Ill Winds: Saving Democracy from Russian Rage, Chinese Ambition, and American Complacency —Judge Wilkinson's rebuke of Trump admin The Dispatch Podcast is a production of The Dispatch, a digital media company covering politics, policy, and culture from a non-partisan, conservative perspective. To access all of The Dispatch's offerings—including members-only newsletters, bonus podcast episodes, and regular livestreams—click here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ralph talks about his new book, “Civic Self Respect” which reminds us that our civic lives have different primary roles—not only voter, but also worker, taxpayer, consumer, sometimes soldier and sometimes parent—and how each one offers special opportunities for people to organize to make change. Plus, we welcome back former commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service, John Koskinen, who tells us exactly how the Trump/Musk cabal is both gutting and weaponizing the IRS.John Koskinen served as the IRS Commissioner from 2013 to 2017.This is not a how-to book. It starts at a much more elementary level and therefore should interest a much greater number of people. Because, as I say, if you can expand your civic dimension as a part of your daily role without disrupting the rhythms of your daily life (in fact, actually making them more gratifying and more interesting, less boring), you're on your way.Ralph Nader author of Civic Self-RespectThe people who really fight for justice in this country have to fight for recognition, they have to fight for media, they have to fight an onslaught. And the people who lie and cheat and say the most terrible things and do the most terrible things are really the best-known people in the country. I mean, if you say who are the best-known people in Congress? They're the blowhards, the cruel and vicious people who've said things that are illegal, outrageous against innocent groups here and abroad.Ralph NaderI used to say to the Congress (trying to get appropriations) that the IRS is the only agency where if you give it money, it gives you more money back. Because the more you can actually audit people who aren't paying the proper amount or aren't filing at all, the better off you are. So no one has ever disagreed with that.John KoskinenGoing back a thousand years, tax collectors have never been particularly popular. And so when you talk about the IRS, people say, "Oh, the poor old IRS." In some ways, they don't understand just the points you're making about the impact on them, on the country, of an ineffective IRS going forward. And that's why my thought is this move toward using the IRS to attack people ought to be a way for everyone to say, "You know, I may not love paying taxes, but I certainly don't want the government and the president or the treasury secretary or somebody else ordering an audit of my taxes just because they don't like my political position or what I'm teaching in my course.”John KoskinenRalph Nader's new book Civic Self-respect is available now from Seven Stories Press.News 4/16/251. On Thursday April 17th, Senator Chris Van Hollen of Maryland departed for El Salvador in an effort to personally track down Maryland resident Kilmar Abrego Garcia, an immigrant who was arrested and deported to CECOT, the notorious Salvadoran prison camp, WUSA9 reports. Garcia was legally protected against deportation by a 2019 court order and a Trump administration official admitted in court that he “should never have been on that plane.” Last week, the Supreme Court unanimously ordered that he be returned to the U.S. Van Hollen is quoted saying “You go out, you get disappeared, they say they did it in error, but they're not helping bring you back…it's a very short road to tyranny.” Gracia has not been heard from since he was deported, raising concerns about his health and wellbeing. This comes after ICE Director Todd Lyons said he wanted to see a deportation process “like [Amazon] Prime, but with human beings,” per the Guardian. This episode is among the most chilling in American history and we are less than four months into a four-year term.2. Another gut-wrenching immigration story concerns Palestinian Columbia University student, Mohsen Mahdawi who was tricked, trapped, and abducted by ICE. The Intercept reports “Even before his friend and fellow Columbia activist Mahmoud Khalil was arrested by immigration authorities, Mahdawi asked university administrators to help him find a safe place to live so he would not be taken by ICE agents…The school did nothing.” Then, “After ICE abducted Khalil last month, Mahdawi sheltered in place for more than three weeks for fear of being picked up himself.” So, the immigration authorities apparently devised a scheme. “Instead of taking him off the street…immigration authorities scheduled the citizenship test at the Colchester USCIS office and took Mahdawi into custody when he arrived.” This action is clearly intended not only to capture Mahdawi but to frighten immigrants and discourage them from seeking citizenship through the legal immigration channels for fear of being deported. Not only that, Mahdawi will be sent back to Palestine, which continues to be the target of relentless Israeli bombing. Mahdawi is quoted saying, “It's kind of a death sentence…my people are being killed unjustly in an indiscriminate way.”3. In more international news, CNN reports China has “halted” its deliveries of Boeing planes. According to President Trump, will “‘not take possession' of fully committed to aircraft.” According to CNN, Boeing is particularly vulnerable in a trade war scenario because “Boeing builds all of its planes at US factories before sending nearly two-thirds of its commercial planes to customers outside the United States.” Boeing anticipated China purchasing 8,830 new planes over the next 20 years. The aircraft manufacturer's stock value fell in the wake of this announcement and is unlikely to fully recover unless some accommodation is reached with China.4. On the other side of the trade war, the Trump administration is preparing to roll out steep sectoral tariffs in addition to the country-specific tariffs already announced, per the Washington Post's Jeff Stein. Stein reports these will target imports of various "critical" products, including autos, steel and aluminum, copper, lumber and semiconductors. Yet, likely no sectoral tariff will bite American consumers more than the proposed tariff on pharmaceutical drugs. On April 8th, POLITICO reported that Trump told the RNC he is planning to impose “major” tariffs on pharmaceuticals. FIERCE, a healthcare news service, reports these could be as high as 25%. Coalition for a Prosperous America, an advocacy group opposed to free trade with China, reports that “Over 90% of all Generic Drugs [are] Dependent on Imports.”5. Turning to domestic matters, the Federal Trade Commission is proceeding with their anti-trust case against Facebook. According to the FTC, “The…Commission has sued Facebook, alleging that the company is illegally maintaining its personal social networking monopoly through a years-long course of anticompetitive conduct.” Further, “The complaint alleges that Facebook has engaged in a systematic strategy—including its 2012 acquisition of…Instagram, its 2014 acquisition…WhatsApp, and the imposition of anticompetitive conditions on software developers—to eliminate threats to its monopoly.” According to Ars Technica, “Daniel Matheson, the FTC's lead litigator, [started the trial with a bang] flagg[ing] a "smoking gun"—a 2012 email where Mark Zuckerberg suggested that Facebook could buy Instagram to ‘neutralize a potential competitor.'” It is hard to see how the company could argue this was not anticompetitive corporate misbehavior.6. A dubious tech industry scheme is also underway at the highest levels of the federal government. WIRED reports that the Social Security Administration is shifting their communications exclusively to Elon Musk's X app, formerly known as Twitter. Wired quotes SSA regional commissioner Linda Kerr-Davis, who said in a meeting with managers earlier this week, “We are no longer planning to issue press releases or…dear colleague letters to inform the media and public about programmatic and service changes…Instead, the agency will be using X to communicate to the press and the public … this will become our communication mechanism.” WIRED further reports that, “The regional [SSA] office workforce will soon be cut by roughly 87 percent,” going from an estimated 547 employees to 70. Musk has called Social Security “the biggest Ponzi scheme of all time,” per the AP.7. Over at the National Labor Relations Board, a whistleblower claims Elon Musk and his cronies at DOGE may have extracted data including “sensitive information on unions, ongoing legal cases and corporate secrets,” per NPR. If that wasn't shady enough, “members of the DOGE team asked that their activities not be logged on the system and then appeared to try to cover their tracks…turning off monitoring tools and manually deleting records of their access.” This whistleblower took his concerns to Congress and the U.S. Office of Special Counsel – whistleblower activities that are protected by law – but faced retaliation in the form of someone, “'physically taping a threatening note' to his door that included sensitive personal information and overhead photos of him walking his dog that appeared to be taken with a drone,” clear attempts to intimidate and silence this employee. The Trump administrations have been rife with leaks at every level and instead of responding by addressing the issues raised, the administration has launched a permanent inquisition to plug the leaks by any means.8. In better news, the Independent reports that DOGE itself is finally being subjected to an audit. The audit is being undertaken by the Government Accountability Office at the urging of Congressional leaders after “'alarming' media reports of DOGE infiltrating federal systems,” according to a congressional aide. One DOGE worker has reportedly been identified by as “a 19-year-old high school graduate who was booted from an internship after leaking company information to a rival firm,” raising ever-deeper concerns about the purpose of the “fishing expeditions” DOGE is undergoing at every level of the federal government.9. Another uplifting story comes to us from New York City. In the latest round of public matching fund awards, Zohran Mamdani – the Democratic Socialist candidate surging from obscurity into second place in the polls – was granted nearly $4 million in public matching funds, “the largest single payment to any candidate in the 2025 Democratic mayoral primary race to date,” according to Gothamist. Meanwhile, former Governor Andrew Cuomo was awarded exactly $0. As Jeff Coltin of POLITICO New York explains, “Cuomo's campaign [was] scrambling to get the necessary info from donors to get matched…sending…dire warning to [his] entire email list, rather than…targeted outreach to donors.” If he had collected the necessary information, Cuomo would have been awarded $2.5 million in matching funds, Coltin reports. Cuomo still leads in the polls; as it becomes increasingly clear that Zohran is the only viable alternative, there will be increased pressure on other candidates to throw their support behind him.10. Finally, let's take a peek into the political climate's effect on Hollywood. New York Magazine, in an extensive profile of Warner Brothers-Discovery mogul David Zaslav, includes a piece about Zaslav seeking to ingratiate himself with Trump. According to this report, “a company representative recently reached out to the Trump0 orbit seeking advice about how the company might advantageously interact with the Whitte House.” Their answer: “look at the example of…Jeff Bezos paying Melania Trump $40 million to participate in a documentary about herself. Don Jr. might like a hunting and fishing show on the Discovery Channel, they were told.” Just like the Ivy League universities and the big law firms, if given an inch Trump will take a mile and use it for nothing short of extortion. Hollywood would be wise to steer clear. But wisdom has never been their strength.This has been Francesco DeSantis, with In Case You Haven't Heard. Get full access to Ralph Nader Radio Hour at www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/subscribe

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