Fault Lines

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Austin Pelli talk about Russia facing a point of no return if NATO continues expanding, the Democrats' confusing move setting an arbitrary deadline that will almost certainly be missed, and the FBI evading questions about informants on Jan. 6th.

Guests:

Scott Ritter - Former U.N. Weapons Inspector | Ritter: Point of No Return in NATO Expansions

Ted Rall - Political Cartoonist | Democrats Commiting Political Suicide with Arbitrary MLK Day Deadline

Coleen Rowley - Former FBI Agent | Why is the FBI Evading Questions About Informants Operating on Jan. 6th?

In the first hour Scott Ritter joined the show to talk about how the U.S. created a nightmare for themselves by choosing to get into a conflict with Russia over aggressive NATO expansions that Ritter says leaves Russia no option but to defend themselves.

In the second hour Fault Lines was joined by Ted Rall for a discussion on the puzzling motives of Biden backing filibuster rule changes the very same year his party is due to lose the majority in the Senate and Schumer’s arbitrary deadline to pass voting rights legislation. We also talked about stories out of NYC including Mayor Eric Adams’ insensitive comments about the Bronx fire, Adams hiring his brother as deputy NYPD commissioner, and more.

In the third hour Coleen Rowley joined the conversation to talk about what the FBI standard policy is when asked about informants after Ted Cruz grilled an FBI official over if there were any FBI agents operating on Jan. 6th, and why the Jan. 6th committee hid testimony until now from suspected agent provocateur Ray Epps.

On this episode of Fault Lines, host Jamarl Thomas talked about what went wrong with Biden’s agenda as he failed to get anything of significance passed, Jen Psaki going on the defense again after Kamala compared Jan. 6th to 9/11, and what the geopolitical consequences of Kazakhstani riots will be.

Guests:

Joel Segal - Former Congressional Staffer | What’s Left For Biden’s Agenda After Broken Promises and BBB Failure?

Faran Fronczak - Anchor for RT America | Trump Era Proved Mainstream Media as Liars

Michael Maloof - Former Security Policy Analyst | Geopolitical Consequences of Kazakhstan Riots

In the first hour Joel Segal joined the show to talk about Biden’s comments proclaiming a ‘pandemic of the unvaccinated’ as many jabbed people are catching and spreading COVID-19. We also talked about what went wrong with Biden’s agenda as both Build Back Better and filibuster rule changes both appear dead in the water.

In the second hour Fault Lines was joined by Faran Fronczak for a general discussion on what’s really going on inside Kazakhstan, Jen Psaki attempting to defend Kamala’s shortsighted Jan. 6th comments, and the veil being pulled back on mainstream media misinformation after they took so many weak shots at Trump and refuse to do the same for Biden despite his floundering presidency.

In the third hour Michael Maloof joined the conversation for a deep dive into the chaos that broke out in Kazakhstan and the perfect storm that occurred for violent insurgents to co-opt initially peaceful protests over fuel pricing skyrocketing, and what the geopolitical consequences of this will look like.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Shane Stranahan talk about Kamala Harris’ latest blunder as she compares Jan. 6th to Pearl Harbor and 9/11, what her motivations were behind doing so, and talked to Roger Stone about the FBI, Jan. 6th, and claims of fraud in the 2020 elections.

Guests:

Manila Chan - Anchor for RT America | What The Hell Was Kamala Thinking This Time?

Roger Stone - Political Operative | FBI and Courts Using Modern Day Lynching Tactics

Tyler Nixon - Legal Counsel to Roger Stone | FBI and Courts Using Modern Day Lynching Tactics

In the first hour Jamarl and Shane talked about today’s top stories, Kamala Harris’ ridiculous statement comparing Jan. 6th riots to Pearl Harbor and 9/11, and took your calls.

In the second hour Fault Lines was joined by Manila Chan for a discussion about what Kamala Harris’ motivations were when she compared Jan. 6th riots to two foreign attacks that were the catalyst for international wars, killing millions. Also, a look at escalating chaos in Kazakhstan as it’s leader tells police to shoot without warning.

In the third hour Roger Stone and legal counsel Tyler Nixon joined the conversation to talk about the FBI using dirty intimidation tactics by way of unjustified raids and leaking to the media, the setback that the right faced from Jan. 6th riots, and tackle claims of fraud in the 2020 election.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Shane Stranahan talk about Iran vowing revenge on the U.S. for the assassination of their military leader, Biden holding Jan. 6th memorials as his popularity plummets, and get the full scoop on why Kazakhstan finds itself in chaos.

Guests:

Scott Ritter - Former U.N. Weapons Inspector | Iran Vows Revenge if Trump and Pompeo Aren’t Prosecuted

Misty Winston - Activist and Analyst | As Biden Lectures D.C. on Jan. 6th, His Popularity Plummets

Michelle Witte - Host of Political Misfits | Social Context of Kazakhstani Riots

Mark Sleboda - International Security Analyst | Initially Peaceful Protests in Kazakhstan Hijacked by Shady Militants

In the first hour Scott Ritter joined the show to talk about how the U.S. fabricated a so-called imminent attack from Iran to justify assassinating their military leader Soleimani, as Iran calls for Trump and former Sec. of State Pompeo to be prosecuted for the killing.

In the second hour Fault Lines was joined by Misty Winston for a general discussion on domestic politics as Biden’s approval ratings fell to new low on the memorial of January 6th. We were also joined by Michelle Witte to talk about the chaos in Kazakhstan as a violent uprising triggered by public unrest over inflation and soaring gas prices takes place.

In the third hour Mark Sleboda joined the conversation for a foreign policy analysis on the unexpected violent uprising in Kazakhstan, typically thought of as a stable and well off country, after initially peaceful protests were infiltrated by shady and violent individuals as an attempt to take power

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Shane Stranahan talk about what Sean Hannity really knew about January 6th, the U.S. reaching the grim milestone of one million new COVID-19 cases in 24 hours, and leftist ‘BreadTubers’ being recruited to astroturf on behalf of creepy NGOs.

Guests:

Dr. Gene Olinger - Virologist | U.S. Hits One Million New COVID-19 Cases in 24 Hours

Peter Coffin - Video Essayist, Author | Leftist ‘BreadTubers’ Accused of Astroturfing After Being Recruited by Creepy NGOs

In the first hour Jamarl and Shane talk about what Sean Hannity and other Trump allies really knew about January 6th and why they privately voiced concerns but publicly defended the protests.

In the second hour Fault Lines was joined by Dr. Gene Olinger for a discussion on the U.S. reaching a new all-time high of one million COVID-19 cases in 24 hours and how public policy will evolve as COVID-19 transitions from a pandemic to an endemic disease.

In the third hour Peter Coffin joined the conversation to talk about BreadTube, a loosely formed group of socialists, communists, and other leftists that was recently revealed to have some members backed by creepy non-governmental organizations to push back on COVID skepticism.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Shane Stranahan talk about Russia’s’ uncomfortable position of drawing red lines on rapid NATO expansions, the upcoming anniversary of January 6th, and Chuck Schumer changing his position on filibusters at the worst possible time.

Guests:

Mark Sleboda - International Analyst | Putin: “Nowhere to Retreat” from Rapid NATO Expansions

Tyler Nixon - Legal Counsel to Roger Stone | January 6th and Politically Weaponizing Law Enforcement

Ted Rall - Political Cartoonist | FLASHBACK: Sen. Schumer Warns of ‘Banana Republic’ If Filibusters Are Eliminated

In the first hour Mark Sleboda joined the show to talk about Putin’s goal to win over Ukrainians peacefully rather than going to war as rapid NATO expansions continue to pose a security threat to Russia.

In the second hour Fault Lines was joined by Tyler Nixon for a discussion on the upcoming anniversary of the January 6th riots and what he describes as the danger of partisan leaders putting law enforcement in a stand-off position against protesters.

In the third hour Ted Rall joined the conversation to question Chuck Schumer reversing his position on Senate filibuster rules after warning of becoming a ‘banana republic’ in 2005… the same year that his party is poised to become the minority.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Shane Stranahan talk about the increasing social divide driven by partisan politics, Ghislaine Maxwell’s conviction and what comes next, and the changing tone in mainstream media as leaders struggle to contain COVID-19 spread.

Guests:

Faran Fronczak - Anchor for RT America | Just the Tip of the Iceberg in Ghislaine Maxwell Case?

Dr. Mikhail Kogan - Medical Doctor | Narrative Shift as Leaders Struggle to Contain Omicron

In the first hour Jamarl and Shane talked about today’s biggest stories, the increasing social divide driven by partisan politics, and took your calls.

In the second hour Fault Lines was joined by Faran Fronczak for a discussion on the biggest stories of 2021, including latest tensions between Russia and Ukraine, Ghislaine Maxwell’s conviction for involvement in Epstein’s child sex ring, and January 6th commemorations.

In the third hour Dr. Mikhail Kogan joined the conversation to talk about the decision schools face in whether or not to reopen in face of the highly contagious Omicron variant and the narrative shift as it’s revealed many COVID hospitalizations in children are incidental.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Shane Stranahan talk about the dire situation in post-war Afghanistan, Joe Manchin revealing why he really dropped BBB, and reflect on another year of Biden’s presidency and what he could have accomplished.

Guests:

Mark Sleboda - International Relations Analyst | Afghanistan in Shambles; Militias Mobilizing in Libya

Jim Kavanagh - Socialist Columnist | Manchin Reveals ‘Real’ Reason He Rejected BBB

Peter Coffin - Video Essayist | Biden’s Done. What Could Have His Presidency Been?

In the first hour Mark Sleboda joined the show to talk about the situation in Afghanistan after the hurried U.S. exit left the economy in shambles and starvation running rampant. We also discussed escalating tensions in Libya as armed groups mobilize ahead of elections being held.

In the second hour Fault Lines was joined by Jim Kavanagh for a discussion on Joe Manchin admitting the ‘real’ reason he’s rejecting Biden’s trademark social spending bill, and how Biden should have negotiated differently.

In the third hour Peter Coffin joined the conversation to talk about President Biden losing power as BBB gets buried, a year-in-review of his agenda, and what things could have looked like.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Shane Stranahan talk about Congressional progressives’ misplaced anger at Manchin, what’s next for Biden with his agenda officially done for, and what really happened on January 6th.

Guests:

Ted Rall - Political Cartoonist | What’s Next for Biden With BBB Dead and Buried?

Tyler Nixon - Legal Counsel to Roger Stone | Still No Investigation Into Suspected FBI Agent Provocateur

In the first hour Jamarl and Shane talked about Congressional progressives' apoplectic anger at Joe Manchin and why perhaps they should be more angry with themselves.

In the second hour Fault Lines was joined by Ted Rall to talk about Joe Manchin formally strangling Biden’s agenda, whether that signals a party switch for Manchin, and what the president’s next move is.

In the third hour Tyler Nixon joined the conversation to talk about the latest in the saga of Ray Epps and what really happened at the Capitol on January 6th.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Shane Stranahan talk about Russia pushing a new NATO agreement, Manchin delivering the final blow to Biden’s agenda, the White House’s new plan for truck drivers, and if the new Omicron variant should be welcome or feared.

Guests:

William Dunkerley - Author and Journalist | Putin’s Strong Push for Formal NATO Agreement

Faran Fronczak - Anchor for RT America | Kamala Asked Who the ‘Real’ President Is As Manchin Kills Biden’s Agenda

Stephen Oatley - CEO of Citizen Media Group | Biden’s Plan for Truckers Misses the Mark

Dr. Mikhail Kogan - Physician | White House Warns of ‘Illness and Death’ Over ‘Mild’ Omicron Variant

In the first hour we talked to William Dunkerley to discuss Russia’s new security proposal as a last ditch effort to ease tensions that may be too little and too late after the U.S. called demands ‘unacceptable.’

In the second hour Fault Lines was joined by Faran Fronczak to talk about Joe Manchin announcing that he’s officially done with Biden’s trademark Build Back Better legislation and Charlamagne Tha God pressing Kamala over who the ‘real’ President is.

In the third hour Stephen Oatley joined the conversation for an analysis on Biden’s new plan to ease the trucker shortage. We were also joined by Dr. Mikhail Kogan to talk about the Omicron variant and if it’s something to be scared of.