Badlands Media

The Daily Herold: May 6, 2025 – Carney Comes to Washington, Trump Talks Tough, and a Gain-of-Function Ban

In this episode of The Daily Herold, Jon Herold recaps a jam-packed day of headlines and speculation centered around Prime Minister Mark Carney’s visit to the White House. Trump steals the show with fiery commentary on U.S.-Canada trade relations, poking fun at Carney while floating the idea of Canada becoming the 51st state, complete with “free military” and lower taxes. Jon also highlights the power imbalance in global trade as Trump asserts America no longer needs to sign deals, it simply sets terms.
Major foreign policy updates include Trump’s announcement that the Houthis have agreed to cease attacks, prompting a pause in U.S. bombings, and a teaser for a “major” announcement from the Middle East, possibly hinting at new Abraham Accords signatories.
Domestically, Trump signed an executive order halting all federal funding for gain-of-function research, citing public health and national security risks. Jon also critiques the politicization of gas prices, election rulings in North Carolina, and the resurfacing of the 2017 congressional baseball shooting. He covers economic threats from Japan over U.S. Treasuries, the media’s racial framing of tariffs, and a bombshell lawsuit from Stephen Miller’s AFL targeting Chief Justice Roberts. From foreign policy to financial maneuvering, Herold delivers a rapid-fire, no-nonsense rundown of the day’s most pressing stories.

Badlands Daily: May 6, 2025 – Texas Truth Bombs and Targeted Lies

On this episode of Badlands Daily, CannCon and Ghost take aim at the day's top headlines, exposing media manipulation and political gamesmanship. They kick things off with the real story behind Texas' border security victory after a federal judge ruled in favor of the state’s right to enforce immigration at the Rio Grande. Then it's onto the Biden admin’s narrative spin regarding the failed Texas shooter and the increasingly obvious push to disarm the public through manufactured gun control stories.
The hosts dissect the media’s role in shaping public opinion, from selective reporting on transgender activism to the framing of recent Middle East updates. The show also highlights an alarming new federal push to track and suppress online dissent under the guise of AI “misinformation” enforcement.
From U.S. political stunts and judicial overreach to international posturing and media gaslighting, CannCon and Ghost blend fact-checking with unapologetic analysis. No topic is off-limits as they sift through propaganda to arm listeners with what they need to know, minus the spin.

Badlands Live! 9-5: April 30, 2025

- House Republicans on President Trump's First 100 Days (4.29.25)- Secs. Rollins and Noem and AG Bondi News Conference on Maude Family Charges- Resumed: House Republicans on President Trump's First 100 Days (4.29.25)- Senate Republicans on President Trump's First 100 Days (4.29.25)- 100 Days in 100 Photos- America First Foreign Policy at 100 Days- Peter Navarro Speaks to Reporters About Tariffs- President Trump Speaks to Reporters Ahead of Michigan Rally- ICYMI: President Trump Remarks to Michigan National Guard (4.29.25)- The Hill & Valley Forum 2025: "Rebuilding America" Opening Statements with Secretary Doug Burgum, Nvidia Chairman, Tech Leaders- President Trump's 100 Day Recap Cabinet Meeting- Agriculture Secretary Rollins on New World Screw Worm and Tariffs- Supreme Court Hears Case on Religious Charter Schools- Karoline Leavitt Briefs Members of the New Media- Resumed: Supreme Court Hears Case on Religious Charter Schools- Attorneys Speak To Press After Religious Charter School Case

Spellbreakers Ep. 116: Vatican Conclaves, Historical Time Hoaxes, and the Last Wednesday Show

In the final Wednesday edition of Spellbreakers, Matt Trump goes deep into Vatican intrigue, papal history, and movie symbolism, using the 1968 film The Shoes of the Fisherman as a jumping-off point for a wide-ranging cultural and historical analysis. With the next real-life papal conclave approaching, Matt unpacks the power dynamics inside the College of Cardinals, explaining the ideological battle between modernist and traditionalist factions, potential candidates like Cardinal Robert Sarah and Pierbattista Pizzaballa, and why the next Pope could shape global spiritual and political narratives.
The episode weaves through Catholic tradition, the Latin Mass debate, and the unlikely return of Rome’s influence, all while delivering a personal and humorous farewell to the show’s longtime midweek time slot. Along the way, Matt dives into the Vatican’s archives, Jesuit legacy, and even the Phantom Time Hypothesis, suggesting 300 years of recorded history might never have happened.
With pop culture references, a love for historical cinema, and a mix of scholarly depth and casual wit, this episode blends religion, geopolitics, and storytelling in true Spellbreakers style. As the show prepares to move to Friday nights, Matt invites listeners to continue the journey with him into deeper territory, and maybe even a new pope.

Breaking History Ep. 94: Canada’s Crown Puppets, the Energy Chessboard, and Globalist Flashpoints

In Episode 94 of Breaking History, Matt Ehret and Ghost peel back the curtain on a sprawling geopolitical landscape shaped by finance, covert operations, and imperial legacy. Kicking off with a deep dive into the rise of Mark Carney as Canada’s new globalist puppet, Matt exposes Carney’s roots in Brookfield Asset Management, his ties to the World Economic Forum, BlackRock, the Bronfman crime dynasty, and even Ghislaine Maxwell. They explain how Canada's technocratic system is run through the British Crown’s Privy Council and unpack why Trump’s call to make Canada the 51st state may be a calculated narrative demonstration rather than a serious policy goal.
The hosts then shift to the volatile India-Pakistan conflict, highlighting the role of British and U.S. intelligence in fostering jihadist networks and weaponizing historic grievances like Kashmir and Khalistan. From Pakistan’s Defense Minister openly blaming the West for radicalization, to India’s aggressive water shutoff, they warn of a potential flashpoint designed to fracture the BRICS alliance.
Finally, they explore the strategic importance of Iran’s Bandar Abbas port explosion along the International North-South Transport Corridor, a vital trade route linking Russia, Iran, and India. With energy, alliances, and multipolarity on the line, this episode is a masterclass in deciphering the engineered chaos of empire.

The Daily Herold: April 30, 2025 – Tariff Battles, Media Traps, and the War on Leaks

In this pre-recorded edition of The Daily Herold, Jon Herold checks in from Plymouth ahead of GART to break down a fast-moving news cycle packed with economic shakeups, narrative control tactics, and the GOP’s ongoing civil war. Jon unpacks Trump’s escalating trade war, including the backlash from Amazon’s decision to publicly display tariff costs on product listings, a move Trump’s team slammed as politically motivated. He highlights the administration’s strategic use of tariffs to drive tax relief and domestic investment, with Scott Bessent outlining plans to fund tax breaks for working Americans using revenue from foreign imports.
Jon also digs into Trump's tough stance on leaks, detailing new polygraph testing across national security agencies and the Justice Department’s expanded authority to subpoena journalists. He shares mixed thoughts on the ethics and effectiveness of polygraphs and anonymous sourcing, but applauds the administration’s aggressive push to root out deep state sabotage.
Additional stories include the economic narrative war over Q1 GDP data, the launch of a federal election integrity task force in New Jersey, Congress’s failure to act meaningfully while handing out gold medals, and the growing threat of GOP obstruction to Trump’s tariff agenda. With sharp takes on the MS-13 narrative trap, Trump’s foreign investment deals, and Greg Abbott’s speech policing, this episode delivers a wide-angle lens on the first 100 days of disruption.

Badlands Daily: April 30, 2025 – Trump's Media Trap, Foreign Policy Feints, and Cracks in the GOP

In this high-energy edition of Badlands Daily, Ashe in America and Ghost break down Trump’s strategic trolling, foreign policy victories, and the quiet unraveling of the regime. The hosts start with Trump’s Michigan rally and ABC interview, where the media’s obsession with correcting his “MS-13 tattoo” story ends up amplifying his message. They introduce the concept of “narrative demonstrations”, tactical misdirection to force media engagement, and explain how Trump uses semantic bait to expose corruption and deliver inconvenient truths.
Ashe and Ghost also dive into the deportation hysteria over U.S.-born children, dismantling media narratives with facts about due process, parental responsibility, and the Supreme Court's future role in redefining birthright citizenship. They highlight new executive orders, border enforcement tech like the CBP Home app, and Trump’s massive federal spending cuts, while noting the media’s accidental advertising of his accomplishments.
On the global front, they explore negotiations between Trump’s envoys and leaders in Iran, Russia, and Africa, emphasizing how Trump’s "deals over war" strategy is clashing with neocon warhawks like Mark Levin. The episode closes with explosive updates on State Department propaganda outlets, war profiteering, election integrity task forces, and the international takedown of a child exploitation network. It’s a fast-paced, fiery ride through the end of the old world order.

OnlyLands Ep. 5: Bitcoin, Catfish, Coachella, and the Road to Gart

In this rowdy pre-GART episode of OnlyLands, a menagerie of Badlands hosts gather for a hilarious and wide-ranging livestream packed with road stories, bitcoin mishaps, conspiracy callbacks, and karaoke confessions. GMoney makes his first appearance and gets immediately thrown into the deep end with ghost stories, lost bitcoin tales, and awkward encounters with catfished fans. The crew shares wild experiences at Coachella, debates the best, and worst, of modern country music, and roasts each other’s haircuts and camera lighting with zero mercy.
Jon Herold recounts an unbelievable fan interaction involving stolen crypto and a fake online identity, while Ghost and GMoney break down the bizarre optics of Trump’s Vatican meeting with Zelensky. From Tyrese Gibson dinner parties to sword collections in suburban basements, no topic is too random or sacred for this chaotic crew. They also touch on the symbolism of the Green Dragon Tavern, the state of U.S. media brainwashing, and the sovereign alliance quietly reshaping geopolitics.
Part podcast, part virtual green room, and all unfiltered camaraderie, this episode is a perfect warm-up for GART Weekend and a peek into the raw, irreverent heart of the Badlands family.

Badlands Story Hour Ep. 114: Pan’s Labyrinth, Princess Programming, and the Power of Myth

Chris Paul and Burning Bright take a deep dive into Guillermo del Toro’s Pan’s Labyrinth in Episode 114 of Badlands Story Hour, unpacking the film’s dark fairy tale aesthetics, hidden symbolism, and unsettling parallels to real-world narratives. They explore whether the film's fantastical underworld represents an escape from fascist tyranny or a more disturbing inversion of reality itself. Through sharp cultural analysis, the hosts dissect the film’s mythic structure, its use of fairy tale tropes, and how the character of Ophelia reflects themes of trauma, imagination, and innocence under siege.
The discussion expands to the archetype of the "moon child," grooming symbolism hidden in plain sight, and how Del Toro’s narrative subtly parallels elite abuses of power. They contrast collectivist propaganda with true sovereignty and debate whether myth and imagination offer liberation—or another trap. From the depravity of Captain Vidal to the seductive manipulation of the Faun, this episode blends literary insight with cultural commentary in classic Badlands fashion. A must-listen for those who love storytelling with teeth.

Special Coverage: President Trump's 1st 100 Days Rally

Join Badlands Media for special coverage of President Trump's 1st 100 Days Rally