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Mike Robinson, Ben Rubin, Diane Rasmussen, and Sandi Adams with UK Column News.The UK Column is an independent media organisation and receives no corporate or foundation funding. We rely on the generosity of individual readers, viewers and listeners, so if you enjoy our quality reporting, please consider supporting us.🌐 Explore all our written and video content on the UK Column website https://www.ukcolumn.org💪 Support our independent journalism here https://support.ukcolumn.org🛍️ Check out our shop here https://shop.ukcolumn.org00:00 Intro 00:36 BBC: Resignations and regrets over Trump bias10:42 State-backed Independent Media: The war for the narrative continues18:52 Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill: Preparing learners for a ‘changing world’29:18 Check out UKC’s website and support our work31:06 School Lockdown: Prison campuses planned for UK kids36:23 Online Safety: Starmer regime trying to prove censorship bill is fit for purpose41:40 Climate Revolution: A deep dive into Quadrature’s role in shaping policy49:40 COP30 Brazil: Follow the money, the financial-isation of nature1:00:27 BBC: Presenter breaks ‘the ‘rules’

The UK Column is an independent media organisation and receives no corporate or foundation funding. We rely on the generosity of individual readers, viewers and listeners, so if you enjoy our quality reporting, please consider supporting us. 🌐 Explore all our written and video content on the UK Column website https://www.ukcolumn.org/ 💪 Support our independent journalism here https://support.ukcolumn.org/ 🛍️ Check out our shop here https://shop.ukcolumn.org/Jerm joins Charles and Mike for a lively discussion on deep divisions within American politics, highlighted by clashes between Tucker Carlson, Nick Fuentes, and Ben Shapiro. They explore how cancel culture thrives on the right and left where ideological belief often trumps rational thought.They note how emotional investment with regard to conflict wildly differs amongst people, while personal beliefs can be heavily shaped by outside influences.The conversation stresses how media narrative moulds public view on global issues. Psyops and social media platforms amplify some stories but mute others. They underline that we need to use critical thought to sift through information, especially amid controlled opposition and misinformation, which muddles our quest for truth.

What's it really like to cycle across Xinjiang, China's vast and often misunderstood western region? In this episode, we sit down with Jerry Grey, a 67-year-old long-term China resident and avid cyclist, who has biked thousands of kilometers across the country.He shares incredible stories from his epic 5,000km journey from Macau to the Kazakhstan border, detailing the harsh deserts, majestic mountains, and incredible hospitality he encountered. We debunk common Western media myths, discuss the real situation on the ground regarding security and daily life, and get a firsthand account of Xinjiang's breathtaking diversity and development.If you've ever been curious about real travel in China beyond the headlines, this is a must-watch.Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction to Jerry & His 20+ Years in China01:50 - How a 50-Year-Old Started Epic Cycling Trips03:15 - The First Massive Ride: Macau to Kazakhstan Border05:45 - The Real Reason He Couldn't Bike to Tibet07:30 - First Impressions of Xinjiang: Debunking the "No-Go Zone" Myth09:45 - Surviving the Taklamakan Desert: 45°C Heat & Camping Under Bridges13:10 - Interactions with Police & Security: A Former Cop's Perspective17:40 - The Story of Camping Next to a "Prison Camp"19:20 - The Hospitality of the Local People21:30 - Xinjiang's Mind-Blowing Geographic & Cultural Diversity25:00 - The Food: A Meat Lover's Paradise (But Bring Your Own Veggies!)28:45 - Development & Tourism: New Hotels, Airports, and 300 Million Visitors32:10 - The BBC Narrative vs. On-The-Ground Reality35:50 - The Bilingual Generation: Noticing the Language Shift39:30 - Practical Travel Tips for Xinjiang41:20 - Jerry's Next Big Cycling Adventure: Conquering Qinghai43:50 - Bizarre Story: Being the Only Foreigner on a Tibetan Influencer Trip47:30 - How to Get Around China Easily (App Recommendations)49:00 - How to Follow Jerry's Adventures50:30 - Wrap-Upinks & Where to Find Jerry:YouTube: Jerry's Take on ChinaTwitter/X: @JerrysTakeonChinaEmail: Available in the bio of his social media channels.Hashtags:#Xinjiang #ChinaTravel #CyclingChina #SilkRoad #TravelVlog #Uyghur #DebunkingMyths #AdventureTravel #China #XinjiangFactsThe UK Column is an independent media organisation and receives no corporate or foundation funding. We rely on the generosity of individual readers, viewers and listeners, so if you enjoy our quality reporting, please consider supporting us. 🌐 Explore all our written and video content on the UK Column website https://www.ukcolumn.org/ 💪 Support our independent journalism here https://support.ukcolumn.org/ 🛍️ Check out our shop here https://shop.ukcolumn.org/

The UK Column is an independent media organisation and receives no corporate or foundation funding. We rely on the generosity of individual readers, viewers and listeners, so if you enjoy our quality reporting, please consider supporting us.🌐 Explore all our written and video content on the UK Column website https://www.ukcolumn.org/ 💪 Support our independent journalism here https://support.ukcolumn.org/ 🛍️ Check out our shop here https://shop.ukcolumn.org/Mike Robinson, Charles Malet and Mark Anderson with today's UK Column News. 00:35 COP 30: More Agenda 2030 targets06:51 China: Global Governance Initiative examined14:03 Facial Recognition: The implications of the UK Crime and Policing Bill21:57 Lamp post disaster surveillance: Coming to a town near you24:10: Check out UKC’s website and support our work 26:31 Disinformation:33:55 Dick Cheney: The death of another ‘Dark Lord’39:27 War: Rhetoric ramps up as AJAX cleans up46:28 Milk: Bovaer latest55:35 Monkey Pox: Is the WHO the real pathogen?

In this conversation, Jerm and Simon Goddek, a scientist who challenged theCovid narrative and lost his job, unpack the suspicious early awareness of thealleged virus and the dodgy controversies around the PCR test.Simon explains how Christian Drosten knew about “Covid” well before the firstreported case in China around 20 December, backed by evidence of labs likeone in Slovenia publishing on the test in early January after receiving kitsbefore Christmas, which points to extensive testing ramping up oddly ahead ofthe “outbreak”.He also chats about living off-grid and the joys of homesteading.Simon’s X profile: https://x.com/goddeketal

Sandi Adams’ recent conversation with Neil Oliver, was far more than an interview. It was a deep and moving exploration of what it means to remain human in an age that seems determined to erase our humanity.Since his stark awakening in 2020, Neil has been a voice of conscience in a time of mass conformity. He spoke candidly about those first few years when he realised how profoundly the world had shifted — not just politically, but spiritually and psychologically. For him, the realisation was both devastating and liberating: the recognition that truth now comes at a price, and that freedom requires not only courage but a willingness to stand alone.A historian at heart, Neil’s love of the British Isles — their stories, landscapes, and people — runs deep. That love, he said, is what first drew him to history: the sense of continuity, of shared identity, of the ordinary human striving that binds generations together. Yet it was also that love which made his estrangement from mainstream media and public life all the more painful. Refusing to bend to political or ideological pressure, particularly his rejection of SNP nationalism, came at a cost. He found himself ostracised by colleagues, shunned by institutions, and cast out from the comfortable world he once inhabited.And yet, he carries that exile not as a wound, but as a form of initiation. He spoke of solitude as both a burden and a gift — a space in which he has come to rediscover what truly matters. Away from the noise of the media machine, he has learned to listen again: to nature, to the voices of ancestors, and to the quiet but persistent call of truth.Our conversation turned toward the larger currents shaping this era, the role of the royal family, the advance of technocracy, the seductive promises of transhumanism, and the steady erosion of what it means to be human. Neil described the “anti-human agenda” not merely as a political project, but as a spiritual one — a campaign to separate us from our instincts, our communities, and our sense of the sacred.How, then, do we transcend this? His answer was disarmingly simple: by remembering. By remembering what we love, who we are, and what it means to be alive. They may take everything, but they can't digitise the human soul; it's quiet faith that sustains people when all else falls apart.To anyone struggling in these times — to those who feel isolated, gaslit, or overwhelmed by the psychological warfare of modern life — Neil’s message is one of fierce hope. Once you see, you cannot unsee. That can be frightening at first, but it’s also the beginning of freedom.As the discussion ended, it was clear that Neil’s journey reflected both personal and shared experiences. He stands, in many ways, as a mirror for our times — a man who walked willingly into the storm rather than betray his conscience, and who continues to speak with quiet, unwavering humanity in a world that has forgotten its soul.The UK Column is an independent media organisation and receives no corporate or foundation funding. We rely on the generosity of individual readers, viewers and listeners, so if you enjoy our quality reporting, please consider supporting us.🌐 Explore all our written and video content on the UK Column website https://www.ukcolumn.org/ 💪 Support our independent journalism here https://support.ukcolumn.org/ 🛍️ Check out our shop here https://shop.ukcolumn.org/

Jerm and David Kurten, the leader of the UK's Heritage Party and a former teacher turned political figure, they explore various political and cultural issues. He stresses the significance of upholding principles in politics, even if unpopular, and calls for a socially conservative party that champions traditional values, national sovereignty, and financial prudence. The discussion extends to cultural Marxism, Zionism, and globalist influences, with David voicing concerns over the decline of Western values and the divisive effects of identity politics. He advocates for a redefined notion of diversity focused on individual merits rather than group identities, critiques evangelical Christianity's ties to Zionism, and examines Middle Eastern geopolitics, proposing a revival of Christian principles to address global conflicts. Both participants underscore the value of authenticity and steadfastness in one's convictions.Heritage Party website: https://heritageparty.orgThe UK Column is an independent media organisation and receives no corporate or foundation funding. We rely on the generosity of individual readers, viewers and listeners, so if you enjoy our quality reporting, please consider supporting us.🌐 Explore all our written and video content on the UK Column website https://www.ukcolumn.org/ 💪 Support our independent journalism here https://support.ukcolumn.org/ 🛍️ Check out our shop here https://shop.ukcolumn.org/

Join host Carl Zha on the Silk and Steel Podcast for a captivating conversation with Professor Guilhem, a seasoned sinologist with decades of deep experience in China. We explore his incredible personal journey, from discovering Chinese characters by "chance" in the 1960s to becoming a leading voice on both classical poetry and modern economic reform.Professor Guilhem shares amazing stories of his early travels to "wild" parts of Indonesia and being among the first Westerners in post-1979 China, including an unforgettable archaeological discovery in Xinjiang. He reveals the 5-year, immersive process behind his groundbreaking new book on Chinese poetry, which combines beautiful French translations, deep historical context, and stunning photography that blends the classical with the modern.We also dive into his parallel expertise in China's economy, tracing its rapid transformation from the early reforms to its current focus on innovation and AI, offering a unique perspective that challenges conventional Western narratives.Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction01:30 - How a Young Student Fell in Love with China by "Chance"04:45 - Adventurous Travels in 1970s Indonesia & Lombok06:50 - Studying China from Hong Kong During the Cold War08:45 - Being Among the First Westerners in China in 197910:30 - The Wild West: Traveling in 1980s Xinjiang12:15 - The Spark: How Poetry Became a 40-Year Passion14:20 - The 5-Year Project: Creating a New Kind of Poetry Book18:10 - The Book's Unique Features: Photos, History & "Living" Poetry20:45 - The Ancient Art of Using Poetry in Daily Communication24:30 - A Personal Example from the "Zuo Zhuan"26:50 - Witnessing 50 Years of China's Transformation29:15 - From Doubt to Fascination: Analyzing China's Economic Reforms32:00 - Studying Border Trade, Drug Trafficking & Innovation35:10 - China's Innovation Policy & Challenging Western Critiques38:00 - The Intersection of a Poetic and an Economic MindThe UK Column is an independent media organisation and receives no corporate or foundation funding. We rely on the generosity of individual readers, viewers and listeners, so if you enjoy our quality reporting, please consider supporting us.🌐 Explore all our written and video content on the UK Column website https://www.ukcolumn.org/ 💪 Support our independent journalism here https://support.ukcolumn.org/ 🛍️ Check out our shop here https://shop.ukcolumn.org/

Mike Robinson, Charles Malet and Vanessa Beeley with today's UK Column News. 00:00 Welcome00:41 Tommy Robinson: Report from outside Westminster Magistrates Court 12:53 Genocide in Sudan and Gaza: UK Home Secretary’s different rules for different wars19:35 Andrew Fox: Mossad propaganda and Mr Fox’s mysterious past30:25: Check out UKC’s website and support our work31:59 Sick Note Britain: Guess what’s the elephant in the room35:46 Blue Tongue: Watch out where your milk and beef are coming from38:00 Iraq and Syria: Regional updates46:03 Venezuela: The madness continues49:30 Genocide of Christians in Nigeria: Fact or Fiction?56:24 Military Madness: The current state of the UK’s Ministry of Defence59:30 AI Prize: Leading award for humanity goes to a machineThe UK Column is an independent media organisation and receives no corporate or foundation funding. We rely on the generosity of individual readers, viewers and listeners, so if you enjoy our quality reporting, please consider supporting us.🌐 Explore all our written and video content on the UK Column website https://www.ukcolumn.org/ 💪 Support our independent journalism here https://support.ukcolumn.org/ 🛍️ Check out our shop here https://shop.ukcolumn.org/

In this conversation, Jerm and Deborah DeGroff, a dedicated researcher who's spent years exposing the ideological rot creeping into children's literature to mould young minds for elite agendas, unpack the disturbing shifts in kids' books over decades, from sneaky propaganda pushes and deliberate dumbing down of reading levels to the critical push for parents to step up and vet what their little ones encounter.Deborah stresses staying sharp on the dodgy themes and language slipping into modern titles that twist innocence, while touching on how teachers and schools steer reading habits and how digital formats amp up the consumption of this manipulated content, all urging folks to reclaim control from the cultural gatekeepers.Basically, parents must read what their kids are reading.Debbie's website: What’s in Children’s Books?The UK Column is an independent media organisation and receives no corporate or foundation funding. We rely on the generosity of individual readers, viewers and listeners, so if you enjoy our quality reporting, please consider supporting us.🌐 Explore all our written and video content on the UK Column website https://www.ukcolumn.org/💪 Support our independent journalism here https://support.ukcolumn.org/🛍️ Check out our shop here https://shop.ukcolumn.org/