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Culture of Change Ep. 137: The Panic of the Pretty People

In this episode of Culture of Change, Ashe in America and Abbey Blue Eyes dig into the unraveling narratives coming out of Davos and the growing panic among global elites as long-standing systems begin to fracture. The conversation centers on the World Economic Forum’s messaging around AI, globalization, and economic control, questioning whether fear is being deliberately deployed to maintain authority in a rapidly shifting world. Ashe and Abbey break down key statements from Davos, explore the collapse of the “rules-based international order,” and examine how narratives around AI, climate policy, and global integration are being used to pressure compliance. The episode also dives into discernment in an age of information overload, the role of belief versus authority, and why sovereignty, truth, and human judgment are becoming increasingly threatening to centralized power. As the old frameworks strain under their own contradictions, this conversation asks who is really panicking, and why.

The Book of Trump Chapter 43: The Kosovo War

In Chapter 43 of The Book of Trump, Ghost is joined by Lt. Col. Oak McCulloch for a deep, firsthand examination of the Kosovo War and the geopolitical precedent it set. The conversation traces the breakup of Yugoslavia, the rise of ethnic and religious conflict in the Balkans, and NATO’s decision to intervene without UN authorization. Oak shares detailed on-the-ground experiences from his deployment, including the realities of peacekeeping, working alongside Russian forces, and navigating tensions between Serb, Albanian, and Gypsy communities.
The episode explores how Kosovo became a turning point in international law, influencing later Russian actions in Georgia, Crimea, and Ukraine. Through historical context, military insight, and lived experience, this chapter connects a decades-old conflict to the modern geopolitical landscape, showing how decisions made in Kosovo continue to echo across today’s global power struggles.

Movie Nights with Matt: Mark Carney's Dystopic Pedigree

In this episode of Movie Nights with Matt, Matt Ehret presents and discusses a documentary examining the historical, ideological, and institutional forces shaping Mark Carney’s rise and worldview. The episode traces Carney’s lineage through British imperial structures, including the Rhodes Scholarship system, the Round Table movement, and the enduring influence of the City of London on Canadian governance. Matt walks viewers through the role of technocracy, green finance, ESG frameworks, and central banking in redefining sovereignty, accountability, and economic control. The film connects Carney’s career at Goldman Sachs, the Bank of England, and international financial bodies to broader efforts to shift power away from democratic institutions toward managerial systems governed by metrics, behavior controls, and financial leverage. The discussion also explores historical precedents involving Canada’s role in imperial strategy, the dismantling of Glass-Steagall protections, and the use of climate policy as a tool for financial and social restructuring. The episode closes with live audience discussion, historical context, and reflections on why understanding these systems is essential to preserving national sovereignty.

Alphas Make Sandwiches Ep. 57: Paint the Town Red, Falling Iguanas & Ancient Swear Words

This episode of Alphas Make Sandwiches kicks off with Groundhog Day chaos, falling iguanas in Florida, and a deep dive into the strange tradition of “painting the town red,” tracing the phrase back to 19th-century British aristocrats and elite excess. The hosts share camera-roll challenges, night photography tips, and audience submissions before pivoting into U.S. history, including the founding of Rocky Mountain National Park, the Challenger and Columbia disasters, and a thought-provoking discussion on the constitutional consequences of the 13th Amendment’s ratification.
The conversation shifts to cultural commentary with reactions to awards-show spectacle, celebrity activism, and public expressions of faith, including Jelly Roll’s acceptance speech. The panel also explores Victorian-era curse words, blasphemy laws, and creative alternatives to modern profanity, blending history with humor. Rounding out the show are hands-on segments featuring crystal-growing crafts, Super Bowl snack ideas, sourdough recipes, and Badlands community banter, making this episode equal parts cultural analysis, history lesson, and laid-back Monday hang.

Y-Chromes Ep. 68: Birthdays, Bad Takes, and the Manliest Debates on the Internet

Episode 68 of Y-Chromes is equal parts locker-room chaos and cultural commentary as CannCon, Alpha Warrior, JB White, and Cam Cooksey lean all the way into what makes this show what it is. The episode kicks off with birthday roasting, late arrivals, and military punctuality jokes before spiraling into debates over gaslighting, language, and where comedy collides with culture. The crew dives into NFL and Super Bowl predictions, old rivalries, and why some teams deserve lifelong hate. From superhero showdowns like Wolverine vs. Wonder Woman to survival skills, fire-starting techniques, and cold-weather realities in Florida, the conversation never stays in one lane for long. The guys react to viral clips, stand-up comedy bits, media gaffes, and internet absurdities while weaving in commentary on masculinity, fatherhood, sports, and modern culture. As always, nothing is off-limits, everyone gets roasted, and the laughs come fast. This is Y-Chromes exactly as intended...unfiltered, unapologetic, and wildly unpredictable.

The Daily Herold: 2/2/26 — Epstein Files, Narrative Traps, and the Tulsi Gabbard Smear

In this episode of The Daily Herold, Jon Herold opens with a sharp breakdown of the public reaction to the newly released Epstein files, challenging viral claims, online hysteria, and the widespread confusion between allegations, hearsay, and actual proof. He walks through what is and is not present in the documents, calling out how monetized outrage and confirmation bias have distorted public understanding.
The show then turns to a developing political narrative surrounding Tulsi Gabbard, examining a highly classified whistleblower complaint that has stalled for months and why its timing, secrecy, and media framing raise red flags. Jon also touches on economic warning signs, including a sharp decline in heavy truck sales, market instability, and broader indicators of a looming recession.
Rounding out the episode are updates on government funding disputes, election-related legal battles, media hypocrisy, and the ongoing disconnect between institutional narratives and observable reality.

Badlands Daily: 2/2/26 — Don Lemon, ICE Riots, Epstein Emails, and the Hypocrisy Exposed

CannCon and Zak Paine break down a packed Badlands Daily covering the unraveling media narrative and escalating unrest tied to ICE enforcement. The show opens with an in-depth examination of Don Lemon’s arrest, the media’s attempt to reframe him as a persecuted journalist, and direct comparisons to the treatment of January 6 defendants. From there, the conversation expands into ongoing ICE protests across Los Angeles, Minnesota, and New York, including traffic blockades, attacks on media crews, and the growing use of children in politically charged demonstrations and school walkouts.
The hosts also dig into newly released Epstein-related emails, unpacking disturbing claims involving powerful political figures, intelligence connections, and foreign interference. Additional segments cover massive overseas cash transfers out of U.S. airports, the financial collapse of the DNC heading into 2026, Hollywood backlash over the Melania documentary’s box office success, and rising public pushback against establishment narratives. The episode closes with a clear throughline: selective enforcement, narrative control, and the consequences now coming into focus.

Q After Hours Ep. 15: Trust, Discernment, and the Responsibility of Interpretation

In Episode 15 of Q After Hours, hosts Alpha Warrior and Josh Reid engage in a focused discussion on interpretation, responsibility, and the role of discernment within the broader Q conversation. The episode centers on how information is received, filtered, and acted upon, emphasizing the difference between curiosity and certainty. Alpha and Josh revisit core ideas around personal accountability, resisting emotional reactions, and avoiding the temptation to assign meaning where clarity has not yet emerged. The conversation also addresses how speculation, overconfidence, and misinterpretation can fracture understanding and distract from the deeper purpose of the movement. Throughout the episode, the hosts stress patience, humility, and the importance of grounding analysis in principle rather than impulse. Episode 15 serves as a recalibration, encouraging listeners to slow down, think critically, and recognize that interpretation itself carries responsibility, especially in moments of uncertainty.

The Narrative Ep. 56: Drip. Drip. Flood.

In Episode 56 of The Narrative, Burning Bright is joined by Ashe in America for an extended breakdown of the unfolding Epstein narrative and the broader phenomenon of “flooding the zone.” The discussion centers on how sudden information drops, competing claims, and confident speculation are being used to overwhelm public perception rather than clarify truth. The hosts examine why the Epstein developments function as a narrative deployment in themselves, exploring how financial networks, intelligence history, and institutional protection are reframed through selective storytelling. They also address the danger of certainty in moments where facts are incomplete, emphasizing the discipline of admitting what is not yet known. Throughout the episode, Burning Bright and Ashe analyze how repetition, timing, and emotional bait shape audience response, and why these moments test whether observers truly understand narrative warfare. The conversation weaves in historical examples, media behavior, and current reactions to illustrate how control narratives begin to fracture under their own weight.

The No Treason Podcast Ep. 17: Trial by Jury, Natural Law, and the Science of Justice

In Episode 17 of The No Treason Podcast, host Jonathan Drake continues a deep examination of Lysander Spooner’s arguments on trial by jury, natural law, and the foundations of justice. The episode focuses on the historical role of juries as courts of conscience rather than enforcers of statutory law, tracing this principle through Anglo-Saxon tradition, English common law, and recorded juror oaths. Jonathan breaks down how juries were historically expected to judge guilt or innocence based on intrinsic justice, not legislative command, and why this understanding placed real limits on kings, judges, and governments. The discussion contrasts this framework with modern legal systems, where procedural control, evidence restriction, and judicial instruction often undermine jury independence. Throughout the episode, the emphasis remains on consent, moral responsibility, and the idea that justice is discovered through natural law rather than created by authority. This chapter advances the series’ central argument that reclaiming the true function of the jury is essential to resisting tyranny and restoring liberty.