DeProgram with John Kiriakou and Ted Rall
Ted Rall and John Kiriakou
CIA whistleblower John Kiriakou and political cartoonist Ted Rall "deprogram" the latest domestic and international news and trends so you can see through the spin in the headlines to the raw truth you need to know.John's real-world undercover experiences—both inside the CIA, serving around the globe, and paying a high price for exposing official crimes—provide a uniquely informed perspective on the US government and its activities around the globe.Ted's immersion in the media—prize-winning cartoonist and columnist, radio host, editor at multiple outlets, and the veteran of bruising First Amendment legal battles—informs analysis that cuts through the spin."DeProgram" offers fast-paced, entertaining analysis you can't get anywhere else.Live & Streaming on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@DeProgramShowLive & Streaming on Rumble:https://rumble.com/c/DeProgramShow
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Mar 20, 2026 • 59min
F&#k You! And Pay Me $200 Billion | DeProgram with Ted Rall and John Kiriakou
They dig into the surprise $200 billion Defense Dept. request and whether Congress will approve it. Conversation centers on Iran’s recent strikes, damage to Qatar’s LNG exports, and oil-price shocks. They debate who struck Iran’s gas facility and the regional fallout. Also covered: Hamas’s disarmament proposal, political ripple effects in U.S. elections, and Denmark’s Greenland contingency planning.
Mar 19, 2026 • 59min
Gabby Tulsi | DeProgram with Ted Rall and John Kiriakou
A sharp run-through of Tulsi Gabbard’s congressional claims that contradict presidential intel on Iran’s nuclear and ICBM timelines. Heated debate over strikes on the massive South Pars gas field and who authorized attacks. Analysis of Israel’s destruction of bridges in southern Lebanon and the risk of permanent buffer zones. Quick takes on withheld Epstein files and rising Pentagon war funding.
Mar 18, 2026 • 59min
Blue Glove Blues | DeProgram with Ted Rall and John Kiriakou
A fast-paced rundown of TSA staffing shortfalls threatening small airports and long security lines. Tense talk about Israel urging Iranian unrest publicly while private cables warn of slaughter. Discussion of targeted killings in Iran and risks of radicalizing leadership. Reports on heavy strikes in Lebanon and Beirut, AIPAC’s waning clout, and looming oil shortages if the Strait of Hormuz stays closed.
Mar 17, 2026 • 1h
With Allies Like These | DeProgram with Ted Rall and John Kiriakou
They dig into a U.S. strike on Iran and frantic efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz without European support. A mass casualty bombing in Kabul and Pakistan’s unclear war aims get cold scrutiny. They cover Cuba’s nationwide blackout and talk of regime change. Polling shows a major shift in U.S. views of Israel and what that means for future politics.
Mar 16, 2026 • 1h 9min
Boat Buddies | DeProgram with Ted Rall and John Kiriakou
Sharp takes on the Middle East war, from regime‑change limits to mounting human and economic costs. A deep dive into Strait of Hormuz risks, naval tactics, and whether escorting ships is even feasible. Conversation about TSA pay cuts and corruption vulnerabilities. Tech and media shaping modern warfare perception, plus worries about regional unrest and the spread of terrorism.
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Mar 13, 2026 • 59min
$11 Billion a Week | DeProgram with Ted Rall and John Kiriakou
They unpack the reported $11.3 billion early cost of the Iran war and how that shapes U.S. priorities. Tensions across the Gulf, tanker and drone attacks, and the risk of wider escalation get heavy focus. Conversations explore U.S. basing in the region, spying and counterintelligence concerns, and how political narratives and propaganda shape public perception.
Mar 12, 2026 • 59min
A Super Dumb Mass Murder | DeProgram with Ted Rall and John Kiriakou
They dissect a likely mistaken U.S. strike that killed schoolchildren and probe how outdated targeting data could cause such disasters. They cover tanker attacks, Strait of Hormuz disruptions and a large IEA oil release as prices spike. They debate Senate rules fights, political spin on gas prices, and whether recklessness in war equals intent.
Mar 11, 2026 • 58min
Death Valley | DeProgram with Ted Rall and John Kiriakou
A tense look at attacks, mine-laying and drone strikes constricting the Strait of Hormuz and the military risks of escorting shipping through a potential war zone. Discussion of Iran’s regional escalation, targeting of banks and commercial vessels, and the prospect of widening conflict. A separate look at BART’s collapsing ridership, looming budget crisis and drastic service cuts being proposed.
Mar 11, 2026 • 59min
A Small Price to Pay | DeProgram with Ted Rall and John Kiriakou
They debate the economic fallout from a possible Iran war and whether rising fuel costs could tip the U.S. into recession. They weigh if a limited strike can stay limited or become a long regional quagmire. A deep dive into billionaire political influence reveals how a tiny number of families dominate 2024 campaign funding. They also unpack immigration policy fights and the politics of the SAVE Act.
Mar 9, 2026 • 60min
Ecocide in Iran | DeProgram with Ted Rall and John Kiriakou
They unpack strikes on Tehran’s oil infrastructure and the resulting toxic fallout over a city of nine million. They trace the market shock as oil spikes and explore who pays the price. They debate escalation risks with Iran and why regime change may be unlikely. They also examine shifting geopolitics, BRICS support, and a reported U.S. push to reassert control over Cuba’s economy.
