Jon Herold and Chris Paul go deep into the illusion of the “shutdown crisis,” exposing how both parties are playing controlled opposition in a uniparty circus designed to keep Americans trapped in the system. They unpack Trump’s latest declaration of war on the cartels, the implications of his new wartime powers, and what it all means for dismantling the administrative state.

From the Constitution’s post-Civil War inversion to Project 2025, Barry Weiss’s rise to CBS, and Tucker’s strange anti-Bitcoin push, the hosts connect every thread back to the Great Reset battle between globalist factions, and Trump’s quiet dismantling of their power structure. With their trademark humor and sharp insight, Herold and Paul challenge listeners to see beyond the political theater and recognize that the real revolution might already be underway.

Alpha Warrior sits down with former law enforcement officer Jason, founder of 3D Response Systems, for a powerful and emotional discussion on school safety, courage, and taking real action to protect America’s children. Jason shares his journey from patrol officer to lieutenant, and how witnessing the aftermath of tragedies like Sandy Hook pushed him to create a revolutionary school defense system. He explains how 3D Response blends cover, concealment, and communication into a rapid, life-saving network that turns chaos into control, cutting police response time from minutes to seconds. Together, Alpha and Jason expose the politics blocking real solutions, the staggering number of threats schools face each year, and what parents can do right now to demand change. It’s not about theory, it’s about saving lives.

Cam Cooksey keeps the vibes high and the conversation flowing in a wild, open-line episode of Flow. After shouting out Badlands sponsors and cracking jokes about Apple Pay’s cut of Rumble rants, Cam opens the floor to callers, and the night takes off. Listeners share powerful personal stories about prayer, forgiveness, and faith, dive into the mysteries of Revelation, and explore deep theories from crater earth to ancient energy systems to biblical prophecy. Between heartfelt testimony, mind-bending rabbit holes, and plenty of laughs, Cam guides the conversation with warmth, curiosity, and a steady reminder of faith over fear. It’s vintage Flow: unpredictable, uplifting, and always authentically Badlands.

Brad Zerbo and Jaytriot pick up where they left off, spinning through the Rolling Stones’ most underrated gems in this second installment of their Deep Cuts series. From the reflective nostalgia of 100 Years Ago to the raw drive of Silver Train and the haunting beauty of Winter, every track showcases a different facet of rock’s most enduring band. The duo dives into stories behind each song, Mick Taylor’s lyrical guitar lines, Billy Preston’s soulful piano work, and Keith Richards’ understated genius, while trading personal anecdotes, musical trivia, and laughs along the way. They even trace the Stones’ influence on Guns N’ Roses with a killer live version of Salt of the Earth featuring Axl and Izzy. This episode is pure rock ’n’ roll love, packed with energy, history, and deep appreciation for the sound that defined generations.

A full crew of Badlands Media hosts pile in for a rowdy night of sharp takes and chaotic fun. The team riffs on Jon Herold’s pre-recorded Daily Herold, Trump’s explosive new wartime powers against drug cartels, and what it means for the Deep State’s days ahead. Portland takes center stage as the hosts swap stories about its decline into madness, connecting it to broader cultural collapse and leftist insanity. Along the way, they weave in humor, banter, and spirited debates that make OnlyLands a unique after-hours ride through politics, culture, and whatever else comes to mind.

Matt Trump takes listeners on a deeply personal and historical journey through Portland, once a vibrant hub of music, creativity, and culture, now a city overrun by chaos and ideological decay. Drawing on his own experiences from the 80s, 90s, and 2000s, he reflects on how Portland’s charm and high-functioning community slowly gave way to decadence, slacker culture, and ultimately a city haunted by dark energy. From the glory days of jazz clubs and Restaurant Week to the haunting spectacle of homelessness and lawlessness, Matt examines how Portland became a symbol of the left’s unchecked insanity. Along the way, he dives into history, art, and even his own complicity in the city’s trajectory, weaving a narrative equal parts memoir, cultural critique, and elegy.

CannCon and Ashe in America tackle a packed night of testimony and hearings, starting with a Venezuelan whistleblower’s deposition in Tina Peters’ habeas case. The witness details how Smartmatic systems were manipulated in Venezuela, exposing vulnerabilities and foreign influence that echo into U.S. elections. The hosts connect this testimony to Garland Favorito’s explosive appearance before Georgia legislators, where he outlined systemic flaws in Dominion’s Democracy Suite, internet connectivity, and even proof of hacked county servers. Ashe and CannCon react in real time to the evidence, the gaslighting pushback from officials, and the broader implications for election security. From court cases and subpoenas to grassroots activism and polls that miss the real story, this episode puts the spotlight on truth, transparency, and the ongoing fight for election integrity.

Ghost takes listeners on a whirlwind tour of global maneuverings, from Trump’s symbolic F22 pin at a meeting with Erdogan to Turkey’s push for F35 deliveries already paid for years ago. He breaks down Erdogan’s parallel energy and nuclear deals, the discovery of a Ukrainian kamikaze drone off Turkey’s coast, and Netanyahu’s forced apology to Qatar after a botched strike.

The episode digs into the behind-the-scenes diplomacy that birthed Trump’s Gaza peace plan, Jared Kushner’s surprising alignment with Arab partners, and the pressure now on Hamas to accept or be crushed. Ghost also connects dots on Israeli influence campaigns in the U.S., Brad Parscale’s registration as a foreign agent, and the billions tied up in Russia, Deripaska, and Congo’s rare earth mineral battles. With historical context, sharp analysis, and a focus on the hidden drivers of world events, this episode reveals the high-stakes power plays shaping today’s geopolitical chessboard.

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Jon Herold pre-records this edition while heading out on a quick trip but still packs it full of sharp analysis. He opens with updates on the government shutdown, CNN’s spin on “enhanced Obamacare subsidies,” and Russ Vought’s latest moves targeting blue-state projects. Herold digs into fresh FBI whistleblower revelations on Biden’s Ukraine dealings, the quiet setup for a major corruption bombshell, and Barry Weiss’s surprising rise to CBS News.

He examines Kash Patel’s testimony on Antifa funding and the slippery slope of social media “clickbait” censorship before diving into the biggest story of the day, Trump formally declaring war on drug cartels as terrorist organizations. By framing cartel operations as acts of war, Trump asserts extraordinary wartime powers, opening the door to bold new legal and constitutional arguments. Herold connects the move to devolution theories, wartime precedent, and the broader battle against America’s enemies.