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The Daily Herold: April 22, 2025 – Tariff Shockwaves, Deep State Holdovers, and the Rebranding of Woke

Jon Herold returns with a jam-packed episode of The Daily Herold, covering a massive range of stories from the global chessboard to local classroom battles and the quiet mutiny of the deep state. He kicks things off with a critical update on Trump’s economic strategy, finalized trade deal negotiations with India, escalating tariff pressure on Japan, and China threatening retaliatory sanctions against U.S. allies. Jon breaks down how this global rebalancing is shaking markets, enraging the IMF, and reinforcing America First policy at every turn.
On the domestic front, Jon spotlights the quietly leaked Trump executive order restructuring the State Department, slashing embassies, and firing hundreds of deep state bureaucrats, while somehow Susan Rice still lingers on a DoD advisory board. He doesn’t hold back his frustration with the slow pace of administrative cleanup.
The episode also takes a hard look at the Minnesota Tesla vandalism case, the Supreme Court’s inaction on school opt-out rights, and new data showing just 30% of Illinois fourth graders can read at grade level. In education, immigration, and lawfare, Jon ties every story back to the heart of the matter: the system is broken, and Americans are waking up.
From Larry David's Hitler satire to the left’s newest narrative push, “dark woke”, Jon exposes the absurdity, hypocrisy, and desperation of the establishment’s culture war rebrand. Fast-paced, fiery, and funny, this episode is a full-spectrum takedown of the old world order.

Badlands Daily: April 22, 2025 – Shadow Diplomacy, Hegseth Hit Pieces, and the Deep State’s Global Panic

CannCon and Ghost return to the Badlands Daily desk with a stacked lineup of geopolitical bombshells and domestic drama that paint a picture of a crumbling globalist regime. They kick things off with explosive updates on secret Trump-era negotiations in the Middle East, as Steve Wyckoff continues his rogue diplomacy with Iran. Meanwhile, Israel appears increasingly isolated, with Saudi Arabia and Iran forging ties, and Bibi Netanyahu reportedly receiving a firm “stand down” message from Trump himself.
As tensions rise, Putin ratifies a sweeping treaty with Tehran, reinforcing a multipolar power shift, and sparking fears of a new war axis. Meanwhile, leaked internal memos suggest the Trump administration is preparing to gut the State Department, setting off panic among globalist bureaucrats and their 50,000 taxpayer-funded overseas “assets.”
Back at home, the hits keep coming. The guys break down the latest smear campaign against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and explore what it reveals about the internal war within the Pentagon. Dan Caldwell’s bombshell interview with Tucker Carlson adds fuel to the fire, suggesting a realignment of foreign policy away from regime change and toward prosperity through diplomacy.
Plus: the MS-13 deportation circus, Cuomo’s criminal referral, vandalized Teslas, and Elizabeth Warren caught live malfunctioning on a friendly podcast. It’s narrative collapse in real time, and Trump’s trap is snapping shut.

Baseless Conspiracies Ep. 129: Vatican Black Ops, Red Shoes, and the Financial Empire of the Popes

In this marathon episode of Baseless Conspiracies, Jon Herold and Zak “RedPill78” Paine go deep, like, Blackfriars Bridge-deep, into the tangled, bloodstained web of Vatican corruption, financial black ops, and historic conspiracies cloaked in red robes and even redder shoes. Sparked by the death of Pope Francis and the resignation of Klaus Schwab (both at age 88, the numerical symbol for “Heil Hitler”), Jon and Zak pull no punches as they unravel the historical and modern machinations of the Catholic Church.
From the mysterious murder of “God’s Banker” Roberto Calvi to the Vatican’s documented money laundering for Nazis and fascists, they trace the legacy of corruption through the Vatican Bank, the Ustasha regime, and Operation Gladio. The hosts also break down the allegations against Cardinal Pell, was he a molester, a martyr, or a man framed for digging too close to the truth?
Symbolism takes center stage with discussions on red shoes, rabbit imagery, and alleged adrenochrome connections, while they explore the Vatican’s sovereign immunity, banking secrecy, and ties to ancient blood money. They even find time for a hilarious sidetrack into Zak’s Nickelodeon days, Oak Island treasure hunts, and Vatican time machine rumors.
This episode is part true crime, part theology, part international thriller, and 100% classic Baseless.

Culture of Change Ep. 100: A Changing of the WEFian Guard

In this landmark 100th episode of Culture of Change, Ashe in America and Abbey Blue Eyes deliver a powerhouse discussion that blends personal insight, deep research, and narrative deconstruction like only they can. From Google’s refusal to acknowledge Easter to the symbolic dominance of 666 in global institutions, the hosts explore the anti-Christian undertones of elite propaganda and the deeply spiritual war being waged in parallel to political and psychological ones.
The conversation weaves through change management theory, the legacy of Edward Bernays, and the real-world application of Rules for Radicals, examining how centralized power manipulates social behavior under the guise of progress. Ashe brings in her background in corporate change communications to connect the dots between propaganda techniques used in the private sector and those used by globalist NGOs, intelligence networks, and media giants.
They also go deep on Event 201, the Fourth Industrial Revolution, and the “You Will Own Nothing” vision of the World Economic Forum. From Klaus Schwab’s resignation to pandemic preparedness exercises run just before COVID, the evidence of planned global transformation is undeniable.
Packed with biting humor, grounded faith, and righteous fire, this episode marks a new era for Culture of Change, and a serious wake-up call for anyone still trusting the system.

The Book of Trump: Chapter 13 – The Lion of Damascus, Assad’s Rise, and the Global Pipeline War

In Chapter 13 of The Book of Trump, Ghost turns his focus to one of the most misunderstood figures in modern geopolitics: Bashar al-Assad, the “Lion of Damascus.” This epic solo deep dive traces Assad’s rise from London-trained eye surgeon to defiant Syrian leader, revealing how Western-backed regime change efforts, globalist proxy wars, and pipeline politics converged to ignite the Syrian Civil War.
Ghost connects the dots between U.S. and Israeli-backed jihadi proxies, the CIA-funded White Helmets, and the 5C infrastructure vision Assad proposed to create economic unity across the Middle East, before the Arab Spring was weaponized to destroy it. With receipts endorsed by General Flynn, Ghost breaks down the propaganda, chemical weapons psyops, and false flags used to justify toppling Assad, exposing the international coalition that fueled ISIS and Al-Qaeda’s rise in the region.
Weaving together history from Lawrence of Arabia to the Sykes-Picot betrayal and the current-day gas wars between Qatar and Iran, this episode places Syria at the heart of a global struggle for sovereignty. It’s not just Assad they want gone, it’s anyone defying the uniparty's monopoly on power. A must-listen for those ready to challenge the mainstream narrative and rediscover the truth behind the war on Syria.

Badlands Live! 9-5: April 21, 2025

- Easter 2025: "America is a nation of believers."- The Story of America, an Introduction- “The Shot Heard Round the World”: The Battles of Lexington and Concord- 250 Years Later: Paul Revere's Ride- White House Easter Egg Roll Preparation- Senior WH Officials Budowich, Miller, & Leavitt have a discussion on Tariffs with US Trade Rep Greer- Kwast Clips from Badlands Story Hour Ep 112- Secretary of Defense Hegseth Does PT With Marines- DoD "It's Air Show Season"- SCOTUS: Challenge To Affordable Care Act- President Trump and First Lady participate in the White House Easter Egg Roll- SecDef Hegseth on Second Signal Chat- Resumed: SCOTUS Hears Challenge To Affordable Care Act- First Lady Melania Trump Reads to Children at the 2025 White House Easter Egg Roll- A Week at the Interior- Oversight Hearing – United States Capitol Police (4.8)- Excommunicated ArchBishop Vigano on the late Pope Francis (h/t PepeLivesMatter)- SCOTUS: Supreme Court Hears Case on Appellate Procedure- Cardinal Dolan Delivers Remarks on Passing of Pope Francis- Decades of Dysfunction: Restoring Accountability at HUD (4.8)- House Foreign Affairs Committee Markup on Various Measures (4.9)

Alphas Make Sandwiches Ep. 17: COVID Truth Revival, Lab Leak Messaging, and Cleaning House at the Vatican

In this multifaceted and emotionally charged episode of Alphas Make Sandwiches, Ashe in America and Abbey Blue Eyes welcome back guest Kelly McCulloch for a long-awaited reunion that dives headfirst into faith, justice, and narrative warfare.
The trio opens with a sharp breakdown of President Trump’s rebranded COVID.gov site, now LabLeak.gov, and explore how the revamped language and imagery signal a narrative shift. They unpack the strategic framing of the COVID-19 origin story, the role of gain-of-function research, and Fauci’s years of deceit. As Ashe and Abbey emphasize, this isn’t just about retroactive blame, it’s about setting the stage for justice.
Kelly’s Catholic faith brings depth to the second half of the show, as she reflects on the death of Pope Francis and the Vatican’s long entanglement with corruption, Gladio networks, and spiritual disillusionment. Together, they examine the politicization of the Church, the failure of Western Christianity to defend the culture, and how Trump’s war against globalism intersects with a potential shake-up in Rome.
With honest laughs, personal testimony, and fiery conviction, this episode weaves together the sacred and the strategic, reminding us that spiritual courage and political clarity go hand in hand in the fight to reclaim truth.

Y Chromes Ep. 30: Raising Men, Smoking Steaks, and Generational Grill Talk with Caleb

In this flavor-packed and unexpectedly heartfelt episode of Y Chromes, CannCon, J.B. White, Cam Cooksey, and special guest Caleb (Ash in America’s eldest son) hold it down for an intergenerational mash-up of mentorship, masculinity, meat, and memories. With Alpha Warrior out, the guys seize the opportunity to both haze and honor Caleb, who impresses with his culinary chops, mature perspective, and ability to navigate boomer trivia like a champ.
From prank calls and party lines to VHS tapes and dial-up modems, the crew plays “Stump the Zoomer” before diving into real talk about modern manhood, mentorship, and the value of hands-on skills. Caleb shares his passion for grilling, dry-aging steaks, and why he’d rather cook at home than blow $80 on a restaurant filet. His debut even launches the new recurring segment “Smoking with My Chromies,” featuring CannCon reverse-searing a mouthwatering ribeye from Rattlesnake Meat Co.
Things get deep as the crew tackles moral dilemmas around vigilante justice, pedophile stings, and cultural decay, before landing in a surprisingly philosophical discussion on what it really means to be a man of honor. Whether you're here for the steak, the laughs, or the life lessons, this episode delivers the full Y Chromes experience.

The Daily Herold: April 21, 2025 – SCOTUS Showdown, Vatican Vacancies, and Trump’s Economic Takedown

Jon Herold returns from a brief but much-needed mental reset with a jam-packed episode of The Daily Herold, diving into a whirlwind of legal, political, and financial chaos. He opens with the biggest bombshell of the weekend: the Supreme Court’s unprecedented 1 a.m. order halting deportations under the Alien Enemies Act. Herold and legal analyst Ashe in America sound the alarm on what may be a full-blown constitutional crisis, as the ACLU pressures SCOTUS to intervene directly in immigration enforcement. If the court grants their latest request, Ashe warns, it may officially cross the line into illegitimacy.
From there, Herold unpacks the suspiciously timed death of Pope Francis just one day after meeting JD Vance, jokes about papal politics aside. He pairs that with Klaus Schwab’s long-teased resignation from the WEF and speculates about a possible global narrative shift. He also covers major moves inside Trump’s national security team, particularly the return of deep-state slayer Derek Harvey to the NSC, and hints that Ezra Cohen-Watnick may be next.
Meanwhile, Trump’s financial shake-up is in full swing: Powell may be on the way out, the dollar is dropping, gold and Bitcoin are soaring, and Trump’s tariff-fueled export strategy is triggering controlled economic chaos by design. Plus: RFK assassination files go public, the DOJ quietly edits Biden transcripts, and an OnlyFans congress scandal gets weirder.
Constitutional collisions, papal power games, and 250,000 rounds of political ammo...Jon is back and firing on all cylinders.

Badlands Daily: April 21, 2025 – Papal Power Plays, Supreme Court Shenanigans, and the Ammo-Packed Border Plot

CannCon and Zak “RedPill78” Paine team up for a thunderous Monday edition of Badlands Daily, tackling everything from papal death conspiracies to political subversion wrapped in robes and robes of court drama. They kick off with a fiery breakdown of the death of Pope Francis, just after meeting JD Vance, and draw suspicious parallels between the Vatican shake-up and Klaus Schwab stepping down from the World Economic Forum… both at age 88. Coincidence, or coded message?
The hosts dig deep into a jaw-dropping Supreme Court ruling that halted the deportation of gang-linked migrants in the dead of night, triggering blistering dissents from Justices Alito and Thomas. CannCon and Zak speculate this may be more than judicial overreach, it could be the tip of a larger iceberg involving secret interrogations in El Salvador, foreign subversion, and an unraveling immigration narrative.
Also on deck: a judge in New Mexico caught harboring a gang-affiliated illegal immigrant with firearms, 180,000 rounds of ammo found in a van driven by two Mexican nationals, and the twisted irony of Biden’s Easter Photoshop fail. From Trump's savage holiday Truths to the implosion of Jamie Raskin’s globalist dreams and Kamala’s polling plunge, this episode delivers chaos, comedy, and clarity in classic Badlands fashion.