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Taking It Back Ep. 112: YouTube’s Return, Trump’s Lawsuit & the Fight for Free Speech

Zak Paine, Adel Nero, and Frankie Val reunite for a powerhouse episode of Taking It Back, diving deep into YouTube’s sudden reinstatement of banned conservative creators and what it really means. Adel shares stories from his recent trip to Jordan, including cultural insights, family reunions, and being abroad as Trump’s Middle East peace deal sparked celebrations in the streets. From there, the crew tackles censorship, algorithmic manipulation, and Trump’s $25 million lawsuit victory that forced Big Tech to reconsider its bans. The hosts discuss free speech as a constitutional issue in the digital age, the collapse of online discoverability, and how platforms like Rumble have failed to fill the gap. They reflect on the lost sense of community from the early days of independent media, the fallout of 2020’s digital purge, and the glimmers of accountability with indictments against Comey and John Bolton. It’s a nostalgic, fiery, and hopeful episode that reminds listeners why the fight for truth and transparency online is far from over.

Badlands Media Special Coverage - President Trump Makes an Announcement: October 16, 2025

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The Daily Herold: October 16, 2025 – Putin’s Call, Pentagon Leaks & the Fall Heard ’Round the World

Jon Herold kicks off The Daily Herold with tech troubles, laughs, and a little finger-pointing before diving into a packed news day. Trump’s latest executive orders tighten federal hiring and military pay policies while the Pentagon puts the media on notice over classified leaks, sparking Jon’s fiery breakdown of what it means for mainstream journalism. He unpacks Trump’s phone call with Putin, new moves toward peace in Ukraine, and possible trade talks on the horizon, hinting that major geopolitical shifts may already be underway. Between headlines, Jon delivers his signature mix of sharp analysis and humor, most notably a hilariously heated debate with the live chat about whether Mitch McConnell’s infamous “fall” was real or staged. From Comey’s leaks to Bolton’s possible indictment and Trump’s CIA admissions, this episode blends serious revelations with classic Badlands banter.

The Choice Ep. 1: Called by Name

In the premiere of The Choice, Ghost and Ashe in America open their new faith-based series with an in-depth discussion of The Chosen Season 1, Episode 1,  “I Have Called You by Name.” What begins as a conversation about storytelling quickly evolves into a moving reflection on fear, redemption, and the accessibility of Christ’s message. The hosts explore Mary Magdalene’s transformation, Nicodemus’s confrontation with demonic power, and how legalism and fear still shape faith today. Along the way, Ghost and Ashe connect biblical lessons to modern life, from spiritual warfare to reclaiming authentic worship in a distracted world. With warmth, humor, and heartfelt conviction, they set the stage for a show that invites believers and seekers alike to rediscover the living Word of God through conversation, culture, and cinematic storytelling.

Badlands Daily: October 16, 2025 – Comey’s Leaks, Bolton’s Indictment & Trump’s CIA Disclosure

CannCon kicks off solo as Alpha battles California’s internet, diving straight into bombshell revelations about James Comey, Patrick Fitzgerald, and classified memo leaks that helped spark the Mueller probe. Alpha joins midway, and the two unpack how these new indictments tie into a broader RICO-style criminal enterprise, with sidebars on John Bolton’s AOL email fiasco, J6 cover-ups, Pelosi’s denials, and Trump’s fiery press conference revealing CIA ops in Venezuela. The duo roast the mainstream media’s Pentagon meltdown, break down Trump’s Operation Summer Heat arrests, and analyze blue states’ “shadow public health alliance.” With laughs, outrage, and signature Badlands chaos, they wrap with YouTube reinstatements, audience banter, and even a Soft Disclosure plug that keeps things light after a heavy news day.

Devolution Power Hour Ep. 398: Economic Warfare, Trump’s Strategy, and the Coming Reckoning

In this fiery Wednesday edition of Devolution Power Hour, Jon Herold and Burning Bright dive deep into the shifting tides of Trump’s economic and geopolitical maneuvers. The duo dissects the Trump–Xi trade tensions, the rare earths and semiconductor chess match, and what coordinated “decoupling” between the U.S. and China might really mean. They explore Scott Bessant’s fiery remarks, Trump’s new equity-stake strategy in key industries, and the moral implications of government seizing corporate control. Later, they break down Trump’s cryptic comments about the “auto pen,” new revelations about Adam Kinzinger’s 30 million lines of phone data, and Kash Patel’s hints that the justice campaign is only beginning. With trademark banter, sharp analysis, and a few laughs (including a soft disclosure plug and some alpaca humor), this episode delivers a potent mix of global insight and Badlands chaos.

Altered State S4 Ep. 1: Clones, Comedy, and Controlled Realities

Brad Zerbo and Zak Paine kick off Season 4 of Altered State with a mind-bending discussion that blurs the line between truth and theory. From YouTube bans and censorship to the strange saga of Dave Chappelle’s disappearance and rumored “replacement,” the hosts dig deep into celebrity doubles, cloning conspiracies, and the psychological toll of uncovering hidden truths. Along the way, they touch on cultural manipulation, occult symbolism, and how spiritual warfare plays out through pop culture. What begins as a wild Hollywood mystery turns into a broader exploration of perception, power, and what it means to wake up in a world that isn’t what it seems.

The Shipwreck Show Ep. 24 - In Conversation: Ian Carroll on Culture, Content & Calling

Tune in tonight as Ian Carroll joins us to explore his path in content creation, his perspectives on culture and community, and how he’s using his platform to impact conversations. It’ll be real, wide-ranging, and hopefully provocative in the best way.

Badlands Media Special Coverage - President Trump and FBI Director Patel Press Conference: October 15, 2025

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Breaking History Ep. 121: Nobel Lies, Venezuelan Coups, and the Ghost Files

Ghost takes over Breaking History for a solo deep dive that feels part investigation, part exposé. In this explosive episode, he unpacks the tangled web behind Venezuela’s Nobel Peace Prize controversy, how opposition leader Maria Corina Machado’s award ties to the U.S. State Department, Marco Rubio, Elon Musk, and the CIA’s long history of regime change. Ghost dissects how “humanitarian coups,” fake peace prizes, and media manipulation reveal the machinery of modern empire. From Maduro’s feud with Musk to Colombia’s fiery rebuke of Netanyahu and the cartels’ deep ties to D.C., this episode connects decades of covert operations to today’s headlines. Packed with receipts, humor, and raw insight, it’s Ghost at his analytical best, ripping the mask off global corruption, one coup at a time.