Fault Lines

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Austin Pelli talk about the U.S. delivering a written response to Russia’s security demands, Biden’s politically confusing promise to get a Black woman in the Supreme Court, and risk factors for developing long-haul Covid.

Guests:

Mark Sleboda - International Security Analyst | How Does Russia Move Forward After U.S. Rejected Security Guarantees?

Daniel Lazare - Independent Journalist | Tokenism or Progress? Biden Promises to Put Black Woman in SCOTUS

Dr. Gene Olinger - Virologist | Delta Variant Accident in Taiwan, Did the Same Happen in Wuhan?

In the first hour Mark Sleboda joined the show to talk about the U.S. delivering a formal written response to Russia’s security demands, Ukraine’s fear that U.S. saber rattling could cause unjust panic, and what Russia’s options are militarily if diplomacy fails.

In the second hour Fault Lines was joined by Daniel Lazare for a discussion on Biden’s politically ineffective promise to push a Black woman into the Supreme Court, debated if affirmative action is actually an effective tool to fight racism, and talked about Republicans’ foiled plan to overturn the 2020 election.

In the third hour Dr. Gene Olinger joined the conversation to talk about a lab leak of the Delta variant in Taiwan that infected over 100 people and how these outbreaks happen. We also talked about four distinct risk factors for developing long-haul Covid and why the FDA ceased the use of monoclonal antibody treatments for Omicron.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Austin Pelli talk about a four-way meeting to be held in Paris between France, Germany, Russia and Ukraine, debated affirmative action as the issue reaches the Supreme Court, and discussed the coup in Burkina Faso and protesters' demands.

Guests:

Peter Oliver - Correspondent for RT | Normandy Four Meetings Open Dialogue Between Russia and Ukraine

Scottie Nell Hughes - Anchor for RT America | Affirmative Action, Class Issue or Race Issue?

Abayomi Azikiwe - Editor, Pan-African News Wire | Protestors Turn to Russia After Coup in Burkina Faso

In the first hour Peter Oliver joined the show to talk about the Normandy-format meetings between France, Germany, Russia and Ukraine being held in Paris today. We also talked about the animosity between the UK and Germany as London stokes their allies to take a more aggressive stance on Russia.

In the second hour Fault Lines was joined by Scottie Nell Hughes for a debate on affirmative action, including if diversity for the sake of diversity is truly valuable, if race is the primary factor, and more. We also talked about what hope Biden has for the midterms, and predictions about the 2024 GOP ticket.

In the third hour Abayomi Azikiwe joined the conversation to talk about the coup that took place in Burkina Faso and how it could raise tensions in Europe as protestors rebuke France’s neo-colonial rule and call for Russian troops to intervene.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Austin Pelli talk about Biden posturing as a force to be reckoned with in Europe and if that’s actually true, NYC Mayor Eric Adams rolling out a new plan to combat crime, and Biden’s failure to fight for the middle class as inflation skyrockets.

Guests:

Scott Ritter - Former U.N. Weapons Inspector | Biden Postures As Force To Be Reckoned With, Is It True?

Ted Rall - Political Cartoonist | NYC Mayor Rolls Out Much Needed Crime Plan

Mark Frost - Economist | Biden’s Handling of Inflation ‘Gross Incompetence’

In the first hour Scott Ritter joined the show to talk about how big of a difference 50,000 troops would make in a conflict with Russia, and if the U.S. even has the resources to deploy them. We also talked about how Biden is manufacturing a false perception of strength that will likely end in the same embarrassment he suffered from the Afghanistan withdrawal.

In the second hour Fault Lines was joined by Ted Rall for a discussion on NYC’s increasing crime problem that Ted says began with COVID-19 lockdowns, and looked at what Mayor Adams’ options are for easing the spike. We also talked about Democrats suffering a double digit drop in approval ratings as a symptom of poor handling of COVID, inflation, and crime.

In the third hour Mark Frost joined the conversation to talk about the true nature of inflation’s grip on the economy when it comes to the stock market and interest rates. We also talked about the gross incompetence from Biden’s admininstration as they allow economic issues to fester and drive further crime.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Austin Pelli talk about RT and Sputnik being declared ‘propaganda’ by the State Dept., increasing tensions in Europe as the U.S. and Russia appear to prepare for war, and the decision that allows Julian Assange to continue his bid for freedom.

Guests:

Faran Fronczak - Anchor for RT America | State Dept. Calls RT and Sputnik ‘Propaganda,’ It’s Audience Imbeciles

Peter Oliver - Correspondent for RT | A Bumpy Road Ahead for Diplomacy in Europe

Misty Winston - #FreeAssange Activist | Julian Assange Permitted to Continue Legal Battle for Freedom

In the first hour Jamarl and Austin talked about today’s top stories, how Biden needs a major change in personnel if he truly wants a ‘reset,’ and debate the ethics of abortion as March to Life protests wrap up in DC.

In the second hour Fault Lines was joined by Faran Fronczak for a discussion on the State Department’s report that calls RT and Sputnik ‘propaganda,’ if firing Anthony Fauci is exactly what Biden needs to ‘reset’ his presidency, and the politics of Roe v. Wade.

In the third hour Peter Oliver joined the conversation to talk about the latest news from Europe, including a senior German Navy official being forced to resign after making comments on Putin, the U.S. evacuating their embassy in Ukraine, and more. We also talked to Misty Winston about the recent decision out of the UK that allows embattled Wikileaks founder and journalist Julian Assange to make an appeal to the Supreme Court in a bid to avoid extradition to the U.S.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Austin Pelli talk about the aftermath of negotiations between the U.S. and Russia, the cost of COVID-19 lockdowns to the economy, and talked about various stories out of the CIA, including what the real cause of ‘Havana Syndrome’ might be.


Guests:


Scott Ritter - Former U.N. Weapons Inspector | A Bewildered Blinken Adopts New Conciliatory Tone on Russia


Mark Frost - Economist | What’s the Real Cost of COVID-19 Lockdowns?


John Kiriakou - Former CIA Officer | CIA Training Paramilitary Troops in Case of Ukraine Invasion


In the first hour Scott Ritter joined the show to talk about a rare moment of truth from Biden’s press conference where he admitted that the U.S. does not have the resources to punish a minor incursion on Ukrainian soil by Russia. We also listened in to Blinken speaking after his meeting with Lavrov that drove further confusion about what the U.S. stance is on Russia.


In the second hour Fault Lines was joined by Mark Frost for a discussion on if the economic cost of COVID-19 restrictions was worth it considering that despite lockdowns over 850,000 people have died from the virus, debated what the real price of a human life is, and cast doubt on the new job numbers that Biden has been touting.


In the third hour John Kiriakou joined the conversation to talk about how the CIA is using paramilitary tactics in training special ops forces to fight in Ukraine, how Blinken is punching above his weight in negotiations with Lavrov, and what the real cause of ‘Havana syndrome’ might be.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Austin Pelli talk about the aftermath of negotiations between the U.S. and Russia, the cost of COVID-19 lockdowns to the economy, and talked about various stories out of the CIA, including what the real cause of ‘Havana Syndrome’ might be.


Guests:


Scott Ritter - Former U.N. Weapons Inspector | A Bewildered Blinken Adopts New Conciliatory Tone on Russia


Mark Frost - Economist | What’s the Real Cost of COVID-19 Lockdowns?


John Kiriakou - Former CIA Officer | CIA Training Paramilitary Troops in Case of Ukraine Invasion


In the first hour Scott Ritter joined the show to talk about a rare moment of truth from Biden’s press conference where he admitted that the U.S. does not have the resources to punish a minor incursion on Ukrainian soil by Russia. We also listened in to Blinken speaking after his meeting with Lavrov that drove further confusion about what the U.S. stance is on Russia.


In the second hour Fault Lines was joined by Mark Frost for a discussion on if the economic cost of COVID-19 restrictions was worth it considering that despite lockdowns over 850,000 people have died from the virus, debated what the real price of a human life is, and cast doubt on the new job numbers that Biden has been touting.


In the third hour John Kiriakou joined the conversation to talk about how the CIA is using paramilitary tactics in training special ops forces to fight in Ukraine, how Blinken is punching above his weight in negotiations with Lavrov, and what the real cause of ‘Havana syndrome’ might be.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Austin Pelli talk about Russia preparing for the worst ahead of talks with the U.S., Trump wrestling with Florida’s DeSantis for the 2024 nomination, and talk tech as the airline industry urges the tech sphere to put the brakes on the 5G rollout.

Guests:

Mark Sleboda - International Security Analyst | Russia Prepares for the Worst Ahead of Talks With U.S.

Ted Rall - Political Cartoonist | Trump, King of the GOP, Already Wrestling DeSantis for 2024 Nomination

Kendrick Jackson - Tech Analyst | Big Tech Squares Off With Airline Industry Over 5G Rollout

In the first hour Mark Sleboda joined the show to talk about Ukraine’s former president Petro Poroshenko returning home to face treason charges after he ended his term with plummeting approval ratings. We also talked about U.S. Sec. of State Blinken and his Russian counterpart Lavrov meeting again as Russia evacuates their embassy in Ukraine, likely preparing for the worst.

In the second hour Fault Lines was joined by Ted Rall for a discussion on Trump and DeSantis butting heads as they both eye the same 2024 presidential ticket and we debate the merits of each candidate. We also talked about Biden’s first press conference of the year, marketed as a ‘reset’ for Democrats trying to get legislation passed amid declining popularity.

In the third hour Kendrick Jackson joined the conversation to talk about if it’s possible for 5G to rollout safely despite pushback from the airlines industry, U.S. Olympic athletes being told to leave their phones and computers at home for fear of Chinese hacking, and Microsoft’s massive acquisition of video game giant Activision.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Austin Pelli talk about the rifts between Europe and Russia, Ghislaine Maxwell giving up her legal fight to keep the names of multiple ‘John Does’ hidden, and inflation being used to force Americans back to work amid record resignations.

Guests:

Peter Oliver - Correspondent for RT | Biden Prepping for War with Russia as 2024 Campaign Issue?

Faran Fronczac - Anchor for RT America | Ghislaine Maxwell Gives Up Fight to Keep Eight ‘John Does’ Secret

Mark Frost - Economist | What’s the Actual Cost of Inflation?

In the first hour Peter Oliver joined the show to talk about current rifts between Europe and Russia after weeklong talks between the two concluded without any notable progress, but discussions will likely be ongoing. We also talked about the interesting position Russia is in as the primary energy provider to Europe, giving them the upper hand if talks fail and the situation goes awry.

In the second hour Fault Lines was joined by Faran Fronczak for a discussion on Ghislaine Maxwell giving up her fight to not disclose the names of 8 ‘John Does,’ Democrats calling for a so-called ‘reset’ ahead of midterm elections, and if Biden is eyeing war with Russia as a way to save his drowning presidency.

In the third hour Mark Frost joined the conversation to talk about the shocking lack of preparedness from D.C. that left hundreds stranded on interstates from winter storms, and what the cost of fixing that infrastructure would be. We also talked about what the ‘true’ inflation number is, and if inflation is being used as a way to force Americans back to work amid record resignations.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Austin Pelli talk about the U.S. making a mockery of so-called ‘rules based orders,’ a memoriam of Biden’s presidency as just a third of Americans like the job he’s doing, and emails that show Fauci dismissing lab leak theories based on politics.

Guests:

K.J. Noh - International Journalist | Myanmar’s Military Rulers Throwing Anything That Sticks to Ousted Democracy Icon

Daniel Lazare - Independent Journalist | Is There Any Justification for Biden Failing This Big?

Dr. Gene Olinger - Virologist | Emails Show That Politics Outweighed Science in Dismissing ‘Lab Leak’ Theory

In the first hour K.J. Noh joined the show to talk about ousted Myanmar leader Aung San Suu Kyi being held on a variety of bogus charges that continue to reign in from Myanmar’s military rule. We also talked about Noh’s recent article describing the U.S. making a mockery of so-called ‘rules based orders’ that they violate without regard.

In the second hour Fault Lines was joined by Daniel Lazare for a discussion on Biden’s abysmal approval rating as he admits that it’s unlikely he’ll get anything of significance passed this year, if Biden truly had good intentions going into this administration, and talk about rumors of a Biden-Cheney 2024 ticket.

In the third hour Dr. Gene Olinger joined the conversation to talk about emails that reveal, in Dr. Olinger’s estimation, that politics outweighed science in Fauci dismissing the ‘lab leak’ theory, even as credible scientists believed that it was overall the more likely source of the virus.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Austin Pelli talk about Russia hitting a dead end in NATO talks, Biden’s newfound energy for filibuster reform, the White House gaslighting Americans on inflation, and the only person who seems immune from scrutiny of the Jan. 6th committee.

Guests:

William Dunkerley - Author, International Analyst | Russia Hits Dead End in U.S. and NATO Talks

Jim Kavanagh - Socialist Columnist | Biden Jacked Up for Politically Counterproductive Filibuster Reform

Mark Frost - Economist | Biden Administration ‘Gaslighting’ Americans On Inflation

Miranda Devine - Author of ‘Laptop From Hell’ | Ray Epps: The Only Person the Jan. 6th Committee Doesn’t Care About

In the first hour William Dunkerley joined the show to talk about Russia’s expectations from talks with the U.S. and NATO and what consequences would be if talks break down, and what it would look like if Russia is put in a position of having to defend itself.

In the second hour Fault Lines was joined by Jim Kavanagh for a discussion on Biden’s contrived energy campaigning for filibuster reform as his administration lacks a better bill to pass before midterm elections. We were also joined by Mark Frost to talk about inflation reaching a 40-year high and what Frost calls a ‘gaslighting’ of the American public by the White House with false and misleading information about inflation.

In the third hour Miranda Devine joined the conversation to talk about why Ray Epps has been seemingly immune from scrutiny of the Jan. 6th committee and the FBI, and Anthony Fauci eating crow after it was revealed the NIH worked with a non-profit to sidestep gain-of-function restrictions.