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Feb 11, 2026 • 29min
Capt. Matt Hoh : Is U.S. Military Policy Being Driven by Israel?
Capt. Matt Hoh, former Marine and foreign policy critic, offers sharp analysis of U.S.-Russia and U.S.-Iran dynamics. He discusses alleged broken promises from Anchorage and NATO expansion, risks of escalation into full-scale war, and the influence of Netanyahu and Trump on prospects for action against Iran. He also outlines likely covert tactics like sabotage and targeted operations.
Feb 11, 2026 • 23min
Gilbert Doctorow : Does the Kremlin Trust Washington?
Gilbert Doctorow, independent analyst on European and Russian affairs, offers Kremlin-minded perspectives. He discusses the risk of a U.S. strike on Iran and whether talks with Tehran continue. They cover Netanyahu’s Washington meetings and Trump’s likely stance. Europe’s economic fears over a regional war and Murky elite scandals in Europe are also explored.
Feb 10, 2026 • 35min
COL. Douglas Macgregor : A U.S. - Iran War Could Spiral Out of Control
COL. Douglas Macgregor, retired U.S. Army colonel and foreign policy analyst, offers stark takes on U.S.-Iran tensions and regional fallout. He discusses military limits in defending Taiwan, risks of attacking Tehran, logistics and munitions shortfalls, and how Russia or China could escalate. Short, direct analysis of strategic vulnerabilities and political calculations.
Feb 10, 2026 • 29min
LtCOL. Karen Kwiatkowski : What to Do With a Lawless President
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Feb 10, 2026 • 27min
Aaron Maté : Why Netanyahu Needs Another War
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Feb 10, 2026 • 26min
Prof. Mohammad Marandi : Iran’s Readiness for Escalation
Prof. Mohammad Marandi, Iranian-American academic at the University of Tehran, discusses Iran preparing militarily for potential U.S./Israeli attacks. He covers likely missile and drone tactics, threats to regional energy infrastructure and the Strait of Hormuz, accusations of foreign meddling in domestic unrest, negotiation red lines on enrichment, and how historical grievances shape Iran’s stance.
Feb 10, 2026 • 27min
AMB. Chas Freeman : What Netanyahu Wants
AMB. Chas Freeman, career diplomat and Middle East analyst, offers blunt commentary on U.S.-Russia distrust and private envoys shaping foreign policy. He outlines Netanyahu’s push for regional dominance and U.S. leverage against Iran. He also discusses risks of conflict with Iran and performative diplomacy in Muscat.
Feb 9, 2026 • 23min
Ben Freeman, Ph.D : Runaway Military Spending Means More Wars.
Ben Freeman, Ph.D., political scientist and Quincy Institute senior fellow who studies U.S. military spending. He discusses how massive defense budgets fuel more wars and foreign adventures. He covers contractor influence, wasteful programs like the F-35, strained readiness from costly operations, and why diplomacy and smarter procurement could reduce risks and costs.
Feb 9, 2026 • 25min
Ian Proud : Is the British Government on Thin Ice?
Ian Proud, a former British diplomat and political commentator, provides sharp analysis of the Starmer government’s stability. He critiques Peter Mandelson’s appointment and its secrecy risks. He examines Epstein-related political fallout, Prince Andrew’s limited influence, shifting parliamentary pressures, possible successors, and Britain’s Ukraine policy and NATO limits.
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Feb 9, 2026 • 28min
John Kiriakou : How Rogue Is US Intelligence?
John Kiriakou, former CIA officer and whistleblower who exposed agency interrogation practices, recounts oath, vindication, and refusal to join torture training. He discusses presidential authorizations, rogue operations, CIA ties to Iran unrest and MEK, Contra-era cocaine allegations, and concerns that intelligence actions can undermine American freedom.
