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 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.
Jan 26, 2026 • 25min
Sheriff David Hathaway : Power Without Accountability — ICE Under Scrutiny
Sheriff David Hathaway, Santa Cruz County lawman with DEA supervisory experience, speaks on federal influence over local policing. He describes federal control of crime scenes and withheld evidence. He details overwhelming federal presence near the border and refused deputizations. He discusses surveillance infrastructure locals cannot access and accountability barriers like qualified immunity.
Jan 26, 2026 • 27min
Larry Johnson : The Metrics Behind Russia’s Coming Victory
Larry Johnson, former intelligence analyst focused on national security, lays out metrics and analysis about the Russia–Ukraine conflict. He highlights casualty ratios, training shortfalls, and resource gaps. He challenges optimistic assessments and argues Russia’s campaign is deliberate and gaining ground.
Jan 26, 2026 • 27min
Ray McGovern : What Is Trump’s Russia Strategy?
Ray McGovern, a former CIA analyst turned intelligence critic, offers sharp commentary on U.S.-Russia ties and arms control. He examines New START stakes, risks if the treaty expires, Russian military rebuilding, quiet diplomacy in Abu Dhabi, and how perceptions of U.S. weakness and domestic defense interests shape policy.
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Jan 26, 2026 • 31min
Alastair Crooke : Trump Went TACO on Greenland — Will He on Iran?
Alastair Crooke, former diplomat and Middle East analyst, offers brisk geopolitical reading. He links U.S. domestic turmoil to international reactions. He explains why Greenland was a symbolic play, how markets constrain military options, and why an attack on Iran risks economic, political, and strategic blowback.
Jan 23, 2026 • 29min
INTEL Roundtable w Johnson & McGovern Weekly Wrap 23-JAN
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Jan 22, 2026 • 30min
Prof. John Mearsheimer : Trump’s Greenland Gambit: Force Over Diplomacy?
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Jan 22, 2026 • 33min
COL. Lawrence Wilkerson The Rules-Based Order Was a Lie
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Jan 22, 2026 • 28min
Max Blumenthal : Did U.S. Policy Deliberately Harm Civilians in Iran?
Max Blumenthal, an investigative journalist and author known for his insights on U.S. foreign policy, dives deep into the implications of U.S. sanctions on Iran. He discusses how these policies may have intentionally harmed Iranian civilians and explores a Treasury official's controversial admission about devaluing Iran's currency. Blumenthal also examines the potential for military strikes, the geopolitical landscape, and the anticipated fallout from such actions, providing a critical look at past and present U.S. involvement in the region.
Jan 22, 2026 • 24min
Phil Giraldi : TRUMP: The Presidency That Broke Everything
Phil Giraldi, a former CIA officer and foreign policy expert, dives deep into the complexities of intelligence missteps regarding Iran. He highlights how reliance on flawed exile groups skewed U.S. perceptions. The discussion also touches on the geopolitical chess game involving Russia and China, assessing their impact on Iranian dynamics. Giraldi critiques Trump's controversial statements on Greenland and his approach to the Middle East, raising alarms about potential nuclear risks. His insights challenge conventional narratives and reveal deeper implications for international relations.
