Judging Freedom
Judge Napolitano
Judging Freedom — Hosted by Judge Andrew NapolitanoWelcome to Judging Freedom, where truth, liberty, and constitutional integrity take center stage. Judge Andrew Napolitano — former New Jersey Superior Court judge, legal scholar, and long-time champion of civil liberties — delivers fearless analysis on law, politics, war, and government power.Through in-depth interviews with leading thinkers, journalists, and whistleblowers, Judge Napolitano cuts through media narratives to expose government overreach, challenge conventional wisdom, and defend the principles of freedom enshrined in the Constitution.Subscribe to hear unfiltered conversations about justice, civil rights, foreign policy, and the moral challenges facing America and the world today.
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Jan 29, 2026 • 32min
Sharmine Narwani : The Slow Strangling of Syria and Lebanon
Sharmine Narwani, Middle East analyst and editor of The Cradle, unpacks shifting power in Syria and Lebanon. She traces rehabilitation of extremist figures, maps competing forces and foreign footprints, and explains regional rivalries from Turkey to the UAE. She explores Israeli aims over routes and water, Hezbollah’s standing, and risks of wider conflict involving Iran and U.S. naval responses.
Jan 28, 2026 • 24min
Phil Giraldi : How Dangerous Is the CIA?
Phil Giraldi, a former CIA officer turned national security commentator, joins to critique intelligence practices. He questions whether agencies view themselves above the law. They discuss fabricated narratives around federal actions, TikTok moderation tied to Israeli influence, and a controversial Venezuela raid framed as an act of war.
Jan 28, 2026 • 26min
Prof. Glenn Diesen : The Hidden Fractures in the European Union
Prof. Glenn Diesen, political scientist focused on geopolitics and European affairs, discusses deep divisions inside the EU and differing European reactions to US events. He examines Europe's stance on Ukraine, debates over prolonging conflict versus decisive victory, strained Germany-France relations, and the risks of fragmentation and shifting security ties in Europe.
Jan 28, 2026 • 26min
Max Blumenthal : Venezuela at a Crossroads
Max Blumenthal, investigative journalist and author focused on U.S. foreign policy and Latin America. He discusses U.S. repression at home linked to lawlessness abroad. He examines a controversial raid on Maduro, a disputed “Board of Peace” tied to oil profits, and claims about censorship, TikTok moderation, and geopolitical influence in Gaza.
Jan 28, 2026 • 27min
Gilbert Doctorow : Russia and Ukraine: Real Negotiations or Delay?
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Jan 27, 2026 • 24min
LtCOL. Karen Kwiatkowski : Israel’s Political Ideology Is Driving Endless Death
LtCOL. Karen Kwiatkowski : Israel’s Political Ideology Is Driving Endless DeathSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Jan 27, 2026 • 35min
Capt. Matt Hoh : The Execution of Alex Pretti
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Jan 27, 2026 • 31min
Prof. Jeffrey Sachs : Using the Economy as a Weapon — Trump and Iran
Prof. Jeffrey Sachs, economist and sustainable development expert, discusses sanctions as economic warfare and how they can destabilize societies. He links U.S. overseas financial pressure to domestic political consequences. They also cover dollar dominance, global pushback, and debates over information control and censorship.
Jan 27, 2026 • 25min
AMB. Chas Freeman : Why Moscow Has Little Reason to Negotiate
Ambassador Chas Freeman, a career diplomat and foreign policy analyst, offers a sharp take on U.S.-Russia-China dynamics. He discusses why Moscow may prefer to dictate terms rather than negotiate with Ukraine. He assesses proximity diplomacy like the Abu Dhabi talks. He also covers Russia’s campaign impact on civilians and China’s military purges and Taiwan preparations.
Jan 26, 2026 • 30min
Scott Ritter : Ukraine at the Breaking Point?
Scott Ritter, former US Marine intelligence officer and arms-control commentator, offers sharp analysis on Ukraine and global security. He questions the prospects of Ukrainian victory. He warns Europe and the US may be willing to sacrifice Ukrainian lives for geopolitical aims. He critiques praise for Ukrainian strikes and explains the stakes of nuclear arms policy.
