Fault Lines

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Shane Stranahan discuss today's upcoming town halls and confirmation hearing. Trump and Biden will be hosting town halls rather than a debate.

Guests:

Jim Jatras - Government and Media Relations Specialist | Presidential Election #TheStormIsComing

Tom Whitmore - Senior Board Member of MUFON | UAP Task Force to Investigate Sightings

Elijah Magnier - Veteran War Correspondent | Lebanon and Israel Negotiations Explained

Danny Haiphong - Author and Contributor to the Black Agenda Report | The US is Sick and has Sick Candidates for President

Tonight Trump and Biden will hold separate town halls. The presidential debate was cancelled due to Trump's previous COVID diagnosis and his refusal to have a virtual debate. Jim Jatras, government and media relations specialist, discusses the storm we might expect to see. Later in the show, Danny Haiphong, author and contributor to the Black Agenda Report, explains why our sick presidents represent our sick society.

Not everyone believes, but many have claimed to see UFOs. The government tends to stay tight lipped about the extraterrestrial world. Tom Whitmore is one of the biggest experts on this subject. He comes back on the show to discuss the latest investigation by the UAP task force.

Lebanon and Israel have a decades-old border dispute. Negotiations are set to begin very soon. Veteran war correspondent Elijah Magnier explains the history and current status of the dispute.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Shane Stranahan discuss which US presidential candidate is the lesser of two evils. Tomorrow, instead of a debate, each candidate will hold town halls.


Guests:
Stephen Lendman - Geopolitical Analyst | Russia Works to Restore Ceasefire in Nagorno-Karabakh

Garland Nixon - Political Analyst and CoHost of The Critical Hour | Is Trump 'Lesser' of Two Evils?

Mark Frost - Economist and Professor | There's Zero Interest in Biden

Ben Swann - Investigative Journalist and Host of Boom Bust | Hot Topics


The Nagorno-Karabakh conflict is at the top of the agenda for many world leaders. Geopolitical analyst Stephen Lendman comes back on the show to discuss his perspective on the conflict.

The 2020 Presidential Elections is proving to go along with the 2020 theme, catastrophic. Political analyst Garland Nixon joins the show to outline the pros and cons of each candidate. Economist Mark Frost comes on to give his opinion on which candidate is the lesser evil.

There are two main hot topics buzzing daily in US media: the presidential debates and COVID-19. Award-winning television news anchor Ben Swann gives his analysis on both.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Shane Stranahan discuss settler colonialism. Yesterday was the controversial United States federal holiday, Columbus Day.


Guests:

Obi Egbuna - Founding Member of Pan-African Liberation Organization | Settler Colonialism Awareness Day

Chris Smalls - Founder of The Congress of Essential Workers | TCOEW Rally at Bezos' Beverly Hills Mansion

Dr. Seth Frantzman - Author of 'After ISIS: America, Iran and the Struggle for the Middle East' | Nagorno-Karabakh

Tom Luongo - Geopolitical Analyst | Localism and Society vs. Government


Settler colonialism is an ongoing system of power that perpetuates the genocide and repression of indigenous peoples and cultures. Many US citizens have challenged the federal holiday Columbus Day. Obi Egbuna is a founding member of Pan-African Liberation Organization. He joins the show for the first time to explain settler colonialism.

Jeff Bezos is so rich that his ex-wife's divorce settlement made her the richest woman in the world. Some people argue Bezos' fortune is a result of low wages and poor benefits for the majority of his 1 million employees. Chris Smalls is the founder of The Congress of Essential Workers. He describes the rally he led outside of Jeff Bezos' mansion.

The Nagorno-Karabakh conflict looked like it was getting better until it was obvious that it was not. The ceasefire reached over the weekend crumbled today. Dr. Seth Frantzman is an expert of Middle East studies. He joins the show for the first time to explain the ceasefire.

Localism is the preference for one's own area or region. It includes a range of political philosophies which prioritize the local. One of Fault Lines favorite guests, geopolitical analyst Tom Luongo, explains an array of political philosophies.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Shane Stranahan discuss Russian President Vladimir Putin's position in the Kyrgyzstan, Belarus, and Nagorno-Karabakh conflicts.


Guests:

Peter Lavelle - Journalist and Host of CrossTalk on RT | Putin's Plate: Belarus, Nagorno-Karabakh, What else?

Dr. Guy McPherson - Award-Winning Scientist and Emeritus Professor at University of Arizona | Exxon Exposed, 'Planet of the Humans'

Margaret Kimberley - Author of 'Prejudential: Black America and the Presidents' and Editor of Black Agenda Report | Liberal Sympathy for Trump?

Ted Rall - Political Cartoonist and Syndicated Columnist | Trump's Tax Returns


The year 2020 has proven to be shockingly unpredictable. Now in the last quarter, not only is the US presidential election on the table, but international conflicts and uprisings have flared up. Host of CrossTalk Peter Lavelle explains what Moscow has publicly planned to diffuse these situations.

Exxon Mobil Corp. planned to increase annual carbon-dioxide emissions despite growing global warming concerns. Award-winning scientist Dr. Guy McPherson discusses how Exxon has exposed itself.

Trump has dominated headlines for years. Margaret Kimberley, Editor of Black Agenda Report, talks about her opinion piece describing hypocracy pouring from anti-Trump politicians when he was diagnosed with COVID-19. Syndicated columnist Ted Rall analyzes Trump's tax returns against other businessmen in America.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Shane Stranahan discuss the recent FBI implications regarding Russiagate. Trump authorized the declassification of all Russiagate related documents.


Guests:

Alexander Mercouris - Editor-in-Chief at TheDuran.com | Trump Calls for Release of RussiaGate Docs

Taylor Hudak - Journalist and CoFounder of Action for Assange | Julian Assange Update

Lee Stranahan - Host of The Back Story on Radio Sputnik | Joe Biden Under 'Criminal' Federal Investigation

Professor Richard Wolff - Emeritus Professor of Economics at University of Massachusetts Amherst, Visiting Professor of International Affairs at New School University NYC Graduate Program, Founder of Democracy at Work, Host of Economic Update and Author | Gramsci and Marxism


Trump has declassified all the Russiagate documents. Obama, Hillary, Biden and many more leaders are being examined. Editor in Chief at The Duran Alexander Mercouris explains what could happen as a result of the declassification. Later in the show, host of Radio Sputnik's "The Back Story" Lee Stranahan comes back on Fault Lines as a guest to layout Russiagate.

Julian Assange, founder of Wikileaks and revealer of international crimes, has been abused and locked up for years due to his journalism. Taylor Hudak is the cofounder of Action for Assange. She joins the show to give us an update.

Many people are looking for ways to redesign broken political systems. Professor Richard Wolff specializes in political history. He teaches us about Gramsci and Marxism.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Shane Stranahan get readly for tonight's vice presidential debate. After some back-and-forth, Pence's team finally agreed to a plexiglass barrier.


Guests:

Dr. Mikhail Kogan - Medical Director at the George Washington Center for Integrative Medicine, Associate Professor of Medicine at George Washington University, and the Founder and Executive Director of the AIM Health Institute | Did Trump Actually "BEAT" COVID?

Chuck Zlatkin - Legislative and Political Director for New York Metro Area Postal Union | USPS Update

Bradley Blankenship - Prague-based American Journalist, Political Analyst and Freeland Reporter whose column can be found on RT and CGTN.com | Social Media Must Contain the 'InfoDemic'

Daniel Lazare - Journalist and Author specializing in the US Constitution and American urban policy | Nagorno-Karabakh and Kyrgyzstan Explained


Trump has been on a media roll since he was discharged from Walter Reed. He's been putting out announcements and tweeting about COVID after his personal experience with it. Medical Director at George Washington Center for Integrative Medicine Dr. Mikhail Kogan joins the show to discuss whether Trump actually beat COVID.

Amazon has completely reshaped the logistics industry, arguably for the better and worse. Chuck Zlatkin, legislative and political director for New York Metro Area Postal Union, gives us an update on how the United States Postal Service is being affected by the evolving environment.

As the highly anticipated 2020 presidential election gets closer, the discussion regarding the responsibilities of social media platforms is front and center. Political analyst Bradley Blankenship comes back on the show to explain 'infodemic'.

Nagorno-Karabakh is a disputed territory that could become a regional war. Kyrgyzstan's government is dealing with conflict as well. Journalist Daniel Lazare comes on the show to explain both issues.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Shane Stranahan discuss Trump's quick discharge from Walter Reed. After his discharge, Trump denounced COVID-19.


Guests:

Leo Flores - Political Analyst and Latin America Campaign Coordinator at 'CODEPINK' | UN Venezuela Report Omits US Human Rights Violations

Dr. Lakisha Jenkins - Traditional Naturopath, Registered Master Herbalist and Founding President of the California Cannabis Industry | THC May Help Treat Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome

Medea Benjamin - CoFounder of Human Rights, Global Exchange and Peace Group 'CODEPINK' | Eyes In The Sky: Surveillance Drone Use In The US

Lee Camp - Host of Comedy News Show 'Redacted Tonight with Lee Camp' | Confusion Surrounding Trump's COVID Coverage


There was a clear international coup attempt against Venezuela's President Maduro. It went as far as the High Court in the UK ruling an illegitimate, US backed opposition leader as president rather than the elected president. Leo Flores, a political analyst, explains the High Court's decision to overturn the previous judgement.

According to the CDC, influenza and COVID-19 are both contagious respiratory illnesses. Traditional Naturopath Dr. Lakisha Jenkins comes back on the show to discuss the effects THC has on ARDS.

Drones are coming in all sizes from the biggest retailers such as Amazon and Walmart. Militaries are investing in drones for surveillance. CoFounder of CODEPINK Medea Benjamin discusses her article which outlines how the US is using drones to monitor its citizens.

Trump was discharged from Walter Reed only a few days after he was admitted. He told US citizens to not let COVID-19 dominate your life. Host of Redacted Tonight Lee Camp gives his perspective.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Shane Stranahan discuss Trump's special appearance. On Friday, Trump confirmed his COVID-19 diagnosis. On Sunday, Trump left quarantine to do a surprise drive-by for his supporters.


Guests:

Maram Susli - Geopolitical Analyst and Chemist | BBC Is Not Covering Syria Accurately

Adam Eidinger - Cannabis Activist | Micro-Dosing

Nicholas Wilson - Anti-Corruption Activist and Whistleblower | FinCen, HSBC, Money Laundering

Scott Ritter - Former UN Weapons Inspector and WMD Whistleblower | Could Trump's COVID Lead To A Deal On New START


It should come as no surprise that mainstream media is strategically selective with covering stories. Syria is in a very complex situation. Geopolitical Analyst Maram Susli specializes in Syrian news. She joins the hosts to explain how BBC's Syrian coverage is inaccurate.

Cannabis legalization is rapidly expanding in the United States. Now, some of those same activists are pushing for microdosing. The main guy behind the push, Adam Eidinger, comes on the show to define microdosing and the possible positive effects.

Money laundering is an international issue amongst some of the most powerful people in the world; however, it seems like no one is ever being held accountable. Anti-corruption activist Nicholas Wilson points out some of the worst cases that are receiving no attention.

After all of the jokes, President Trump has tested positive for COVID-19. Former UN Weapons Inspector Scott Ritter gives his perspective on what might happen as a result of this diagnosis.

On this episode of Fault Lines, host Jamarl Thomas analyzes how the 2020 presidential elections could be affected by Trump and the first lady's COVID-19 diagnosis. Trump confirmed early this morning he and his wife have tested positive.


Guests:

Alexander Mercouris - Editor-in-Chief at TheDuran.com | Assange Update

Caleb Maupin - Political Analyst | New Book: Kamala Harris & The Future of America: An Essay in Three Parts

Mark Sleboda - International Relations and Security Analyst | Nagorno-Karabakh Update

Niko House - Political Activist | You Say Debate... I Say Debacle


Julian Assange has been charged under the United States Espionage Act marking this the first time in US history that publishing information is being charged under this act. The extradition trial started September 7th in London's Central Criminal Court. Editor-in-Chief at The Duran Alexander Mercouris explains yesterday's announcement by the Judge regarding January 4th.

Senator Kamala Harris will be on the ticket for the 2020 presidential elections as VP to Joe Biden. During the primary debates, Representative Tulsi Gabbard highlighted Kamala's sketchy past as a prosecutor. Author Caleb Maupin summarizes his new book. In it, he writes about the most shocking pieces of Kamala's track record.

Nagorno-Karabakh is the border region claimed by both Armenia and Azerbaijan. This has led to an ethnic and territorial conflict that has lasted decades. Recently, fighting between the two forces has flared-up. Security Analyst Mark Sleboda explains all the different players that are involved.

The Democratic party had some brilliant candidates to choose from for the 2020 presidential election. Somehow, we ended up with Joe Biden and Kamala Harris on the ticket. Political Analyst Niko House discusses why those candidates do not help the left at all.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Shane Stranahan gather additional perspectives on last Tuesday's presidential debate. In the midst of a pandemic, universal healthcare should be front-and-center.


Guests:

Laith Marouf - Award-Winning Multimedia Producer and Media Policy Consultant | Ridiculous Censorship on FB Continues

Garland Nixon - CoHost of The Critical Hour | Debate Recap

Carmine Sabia - Writer and Editor at Large at SabiaReport.com | State of Election 2020

Wyatt Reed - Sputnik News Analyst and Producer for By Any Means Necessary | DC Protestors Rally Over Breonna Taylor Indictment

James Carey - Editor and CoFounder at GeoPoliticsAlert | Saudi's Exploit Child Soldiers in Yemen


During what is arguably the most historic year the United States has ever experienced, social media sites are censoring more than ever. Disability Broadcasting Policy and Regulation expert Laith Marouf joins the hosts from Beirut to outline his battle with censorship. Recently, he was banned from Facebook for 30 days, two separate times. His second ban came 10 minutes after his account was restored from the first ban.

The first Presidential Debate of the 2020 elections left voters on all sides concerned for the future of the oval office. Right-winged writer Carmine Sabia gives his take on which policy issues should take center stage.

Breonna Taylor was building a great life before it was ended at the hands of police. At this time, prosecutors have decided to indict only one officer, not for killing Breonna, but for endangering her neighbors. Sputnik News analyst Wyatt Reed reports on the DC protests in response to the indictment.

When the US president says a country is a national threat, the response should be why. Instead, the American population seems to ignore the catastrophic effects that are a result of sanctions and US military action. Editor of GeoPoliticsAlert James Carey exposes the human toll of war. For example, Saudi Arabia's exploitation of child soldiers in Yemen.