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Taking It Back Ep. 118: Fulton County Raided, Election Legitimacy on Trial

In this episode of Taking It Back, Zak Paine, Adel Nero, and Frankie Val break down the explosive FBI raid on Fulton County tied to the 2020 election. The conversation walks through what is known about the scope of the seizure, why the timing matters, and how this moment could reshape public trust in elections and institutions. The hosts explore the legal implications of missing ballots, conflicting counts, and the potential fallout for officials who certified results despite known irregularities.
The discussion expands into broader themes surrounding election integrity, the SAVE Act, and how narrative power, prosecutions, and evidence could shift the political landscape heading into future elections. The episode also touches on media optics, public reactions, and why this development feels fundamentally different from past election challenges. Throughout, the hosts weigh optimism against realism, questioning what accountability would actually look like and whether this moment represents a true turning point or the opening move in a much larger battle.

Badlands Media Special Coverage: 1/29/26 – Trump Signs Great American Recovery Initiative Executive Order

This Badlands Media special coverage features remarks by Donald Trump as he signs a sweeping executive order establishing the Great American Recovery Initiative, a coordinated national response to addiction and substance abuse. The event includes statements from senior administration officials and initiative co-chairs, including Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Kathryn Burgum, outlining the initiative’s focus on prevention, treatment, recovery, and long-term support. Speakers emphasize addiction as a chronic, treatable disease rather than a moral failure, highlighting the need for coordination across health care, law enforcement, housing, labor, faith communities, and the private sector. The remarks address overdose reduction, border enforcement efforts targeting fentanyl trafficking, recovery-focused health policy, and the importance of restoring dignity, stability, and purpose for individuals and families affected by addiction. This coverage presents the full scope of the announcement and accompanying remarks as delivered.

The Choice: Matthew 4:24 (S2E3)

In Season 2, Episode 3 of The Choice, hosts Ghost and Ashe in America center the conversation on Matthew 4:24 and its implications for faith, suffering, healing, and personal responsibility. The episode explores how the passage frames the spread of Christ’s ministry, the gathering of the afflicted, and the tension between belief, fear, and choice. Ghost and Ashe reflect on the nature of spiritual authority, the role of compassion, and how individuals respond when confronted with truth, challenge, and transformation. The discussion weaves biblical context with thoughtful reflection on discernment, humility, and the cost of following conviction rather than comfort. Throughout the episode, the hosts emphasize choice as an ongoing, lived decision shaped by awareness, integrity, and action. This chapter continues the series’ focus on examining scripture not as abstraction, but as a mirror for personal accountability and the paths we choose when tested.

Badlands Media Special Coverage: 1/29/26 – Tom Homan Press Conference and Trump Remarks on Government Reform

This Badlands Media special coverage opens with reporting on a press conference delivered by Tom Homan, addressing enforcement priorities, federal authority, and ongoing border-related operations. The coverage then transitions to remarks by Donald Trump, outlining administration priorities focused on government reform, economic policy, and national direction. Trump’s remarks emphasize reducing waste, fraud, and abuse within federal agencies, restoring efficiency through accountability, and restructuring bureaucratic systems. Additional discussion centers on economic conditions, tax policy, domestic production, energy independence, regulatory reform, border security, and support for law enforcement. Throughout the coverage, the emphasis remains on enforcement, governance, and restoring public trust in institutions, presenting official statements and remarks as delivered without added interpretation.

The Daily Herold: 1/29/26 — Election Raids, Government Shutdowns, and Tempered Expectations

Jon Herold walks through a packed news cycle as developments unfold around the Fulton County election investigation, including details from the search warrant and the statutes at the center of the probe. He breaks down what is known, what remains sealed, and why cautious optimism matters as accountability narratives gain momentum. The episode also covers looming government shutdown negotiations, new federal election proposals, and the broader implications for voter confidence and election integrity. Along the way, Jon reflects on market movements, school choice developments, and the importance of resisting emotional whiplash as long-awaited stories evolve in real time. A grounded, unscripted discussion focused on separating signal from noise while keeping expectations firmly in check.

Badlands Daily: 1/29/26 – Narrative Pressure, Legal Signals, and the Shift in Momentum

In this January 29, 2026 episode of Badlands Daily, hosts CannCon and Alpha Warrior break down a news cycle defined by tightening narratives, legal movement, and visible strain across institutions. The discussion centers on how pressure manifests when stories can no longer be sustained at the surface level, forcing recalibration in messaging, timing, and response. CannCon and Alpha focus on signals rather than speculation, emphasizing process, authority, and the importance of understanding how developments unfold behind the scenes. Throughout the episode, they examine why public reactions often lag behind structural change, and how patience and pattern recognition are critical when momentum shifts are underway. This episode offers a grounded look at how pressure builds, narratives bend, and why outcomes are shaped more by structure and timing than by noise or emotion.

Devolution Power Hour Ep. 427: Jurisdiction, Timing, and the Mechanics of Accountability

In Episode 427 of Devolution Power Hour, hosts Jon Herold and Burning Bright are joined by special guest CannCon for a focused discussion on jurisdiction, process, and how accountability unfolds within complex systems. The conversation centers on legal authority, procedural sequencing, and why outcomes depend more on structure and timing than public pressure or emotional response. The hosts walk through recent developments, emphasizing how misinterpretation of jurisdiction and impatience with process often lead to confusion and false expectations. Throughout the episode, attention is given to pattern recognition, information discipline, and the importance of understanding how power actually operates behind the scenes. Rather than reacting to surface-level events, the discussion encourages listeners to track movement through filings, authority, and lawful procedure. Episode 427 continues the show’s core examination of devolution, reinforcing why patience and clarity remain essential as pressure builds across institutional lines.

Altered State S4 Ep. 14: Narrative Pressure, Manufactured Reality, and the Limits of Control

In Season 4, Episode 14 of Altered State, hosts Brad Zerbo and Zak Paine examine how narratives are constructed, reinforced, and eventually strained under their own weight. The conversation focuses on information control, perception management, and the growing gap between official explanations and lived reality. Brad and Zak break down how repetition, emotional leverage, and selective framing are used to shape public response, and why these tactics appear to be losing effectiveness. The episode also explores how pressure reveals weak points in coordinated messaging, leading to contradictions, overcorrections, and audience fatigue. Throughout the discussion, the hosts emphasize pattern recognition, critical thinking, and the importance of stepping back to observe structure rather than reacting to individual headlines. This episode continues Altered State’s core mission of questioning consensus narratives and encouraging listeners to reassess what they’re being told, and why.

The Shipwreck Show Ep. 39: The Scenery Hasn’t Changed — That’s Why You’re Restless

Tonight we’re talking through a series of clips that, at first glance, seem unrelated—but they all point to the same quiet truth. Allegiance is being tested, mental health patients are disappearing, the double-income household didn’t happen by accident, and surveillance is no longer theoretical. The scenery hasn’t changed much lately… and people are starting to feel it in their bones.

MAHA Living Ep 2. - Dangers of EMF Radiation & How to Un-EMF Yourself

In Episode 2 of MAHA Living, Jordan Sather and Nate Prince dive deep into electromagnetic radiation, often referred to as “electrosmog,” and how constant exposure may be affecting the body, mind, and sleep. The discussion breaks down what EMFs are, where they come from, and how modern life keeps us immersed in non-stop electromagnetic fields.
The episode walks through the electromagnetic spectrum in accessible terms, exploring the difference between ionizing and non-ionizing radiation and why health authorities claim certain exposures are “safe,” while others raise serious concerns. Jordan and Nate examine historical research, suppressed studies, and whistleblowers who warned about EMF risks decades ago.
Most importantly, the conversation turns practical, offering realistic ways to reduce everyday exposure. From phone habits and Wi-Fi placement to grounding, wired alternatives, and lifestyle adjustments, this episode focuses on awareness, mitigation, and personal responsibility in a highly electrified world.
This is a foundational episode for anyone questioning modern convenience culture and looking for simple ways to protect their health in an increasingly wireless environment.