Fault Lines

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon & John Kiriakou discussed the ins and outs of Assange's captivity, treatment, and his trial taking place this week. They also discussed the economic effects that the new coronavirus called 'COVID-19' is having on the world economy, and the path that Russiagate hysteria is likely to take in 2020.

Guests:

Ian Shilling - Geopolitical Analyst, Researcher & Blogger | Assange, Brexit, US/UK Relationship

Stephen Lendman - Author and Geopolitical Analyst | Bernie Sanders & his Russian 'influence'

Christy Dopf & Steve Poikonen - Activist, Co-Founder of Action for Assange | Action For Assange

Mark Frost - Economist, professor, consultant, drummer, eagle scout, marine, libertarian’ish | Economic impacts of the coronavirus

Gordon Dimmack - Independent Media Reporter | Assange

Walter Smolarek - Producer for Loud and Clear on Radio Sputnik | News from the Assange trial

With Julian Assange's trial taking place this week, we were joined by a number of guests to talk about Assange, Wikileaks, and the diminution of civil protections in the 21st century. We were joined by Ian Shilling to look at the path the trial has taken and its reception in the British media.

Later we were joined by Christy Dopf and Steve Poikonen to talk about their 'Action 4 Assange' events taking place this week in Washington, DC and London. Later we were joined by Gordon Dimmack to look at the harsh conditions of Julian Assange's asylum. For our last segment we were joined by Sputnik producer Walter Smolarek, who is on the ground in London, to talk about the trial as its taking place.

We were also joined by Stephen Lendman to discuss Bernie Sanders' long ascent to become the leading candidate in the Democratic primaries, and Mark Frost to look at the economic impacts being blamed on the coronavirus and what we can expect to see from the new disease going forward.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon & Bob Schlehuber talk to the guests about the return of the Russiagate hoax as Bernie soars in the primaries and seems ready to sweep Super Tuesday, whether the Durham investigation will bear fruit, and we get an update on the Assange trial.


Guests:

Mark Sleboda - International Relations & Security Analyst | Russiagate, Turkey, and Ukraine

Larry Johnson - Writer and Former CIA Analyst | Russia Hoax, Durham investigation

Michael Nevradakis - Host of Dialogos Radio, Teacher - American College of Greece | Greece, Turkey, Cypress, Syria

Bill Honigman - Emergency Room Doctor & Progressive Healthcare Activist |Can Bernie end it on Super Tuesday?

Walter Smolarek - Producer for Loud and Clear on Radio Sputnik | News from the Assange trial†

Ukraine is one of the main points of conflict between NATO and the Russian Federation, and with Trump's impeachment the country has become a byword for 'corruption' for millions of Americans. We talked with Mark Sleboda about the country's role in the region... and in Russiagate.

The Washington Post accused Russia of backing Bernie Sanders, launching a media cycle that we think will define the 2020 election. We were joined by retired CIA analyst Larry Johnson to figure out the truth and predict what's coming next.

Turkey is breaking ranks with the rest of NATO after invading Syria and years of unpredictable leadership from Erdogan. We were joined by Michael Nevradakis to talk about Turkey's role in the Meditteranean and Levant and its relationship with Greece, Cyprus, Syria and other players in the region.

With Bernie surging in the primaries and medical relief on the minds of many, we were happy to be joined by Dr. Bill Honigman, doctor and ardent Bernie supporter to rejoice and prognosticate.

Julian Assange's trial has launched this week in London, and we're happy to be joined by Walter Smolarek who is there on the ground.

On this episode of Fault Lines, host Garland Nixon exchanges opinions with the guests on whether President Trump should pardon Roger Stone. Yesterday Roger Stone was sentenced to 3 years and 4 months in prison.


Guests:

Margaret Kimberley - 'Black Agenda Report' Editor and Senior Columnist | Mayor Mike Bloomberg's Record

Talib Karim - Attorney and Executive Director of STEM4US | The People's Power

Niko House - CEO of the 'MCSC Network' | DNC Primary

Tom Luongo - Publisher of the Gold Goats 'n Guns Newsletter | Week Wrapup


Mike Bloomberg turned a lot of people off in his first Democratic presidential debate. He has spent over $300 million on advertising but his mayoral "stop and frisk" policy is impossible to overlook. Editor of 'Black Agenda Report' Margaret Kimberley explains what it was like living in New York under Mayor Bloomberg. The executive director of Stem4Us Talib Karim discusses how the people are still in control despite the media's bias. CEO of the MCSC Network Niko House outlines how Tulsi Gabbard is for the people.

Between the debate in Las Vegas, Peace Deal negotiations and Julian Assange, this week has been busy. Joining the show to wrap up the week is the publisher of the Gold Goats 'n Guns Newsletter Tom Luongo. He gives his take on the major issues.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Wilmer Leon discuss how Bloomberg's personality came across last night in his first Democratic debate. So far Bloomberg has spent over $300 million on ads.


Guests:

EJ Magnier - Veteran War Correspondent | Iran

Piers Robinson - Co-Director of the Organization for Propaganda Studies | OPCW

Patrick Henningsen - Founder of independent news website 21st Century Wire | Assange

Taylor Hudak - Journalist, Activist, and the Co-Founder of Action for Assange | Assange

Kim Iversen - Host of the Kim Iversen Show on YouTube | Bernie


The extreme turmoil in the Middle East is no secret; however, more people are questioning the United States aggression in the region. Veteran war correspondent EJ Magnier joins the show to discuss why he thinks the Solemani assassination was a huge mistake. Co-director of the Organization for Propaganda Studies Piers Robinson explains the OPCW scandal.

Much of the enlightenment regarding the US involvement in regime change and "forever wars" can be credited to Julian Assange and Wikileaks. Founder of 21st Century Wire Patrick Henningsen gives us an update on Assange's case. Taylor Hudak is the co-founder of Action for Assange. She outlines the charges and events that her organization is organizing.

Last night was Michael Bloomberg's first Democratic debate. Bernie Sanders is the leader in the pool of hopefuls. The host of the Kim Iversen Show Kim Iversen breaks down what she saw during last night's program.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Wilmer Leon dissect the various "forever wars" happening around the world. Lies from the establishment are being exposed.


Guests:

Alexander Mercouris - Editor-in-Chief at TheDuran.com | Sinn Fein and the future of the EU

Maram Susli - Political Commentator and Geopolitical Analyst | Syria

Medea Benjamin - Co-Founder of Human Rights Group Global Exchange and Peace Group 'CODEPINK' | Public Opinion of America Changing

Danny Sjursen - Retired U.S. Army Officer and Former History Instructor at West Point | Marines, Not McDonald's

Ryan Cristian - Founder and Editor of The Last American Vagabond | War Wrapup


Sinn Fein is the oldest established nationalist party in Ireland. The party is dedicated to the reunification of Ireland and an end to British jurisdiction in the north of Ireland. Editor-in-Chief at The Duran Alexander Mercouris joins the show to discuss how the party will affect the future of the EU.

Erdogan, the President of Turkey, said an operation would be launched against Syrian troops in certain positions if they do not withdraw by the end of February. Geopolitical analyst Maram Susli gives her analysis of the ongoing conflict. Retired US Army Officer Danny Sjursen breaks down the phrase "forever wars".

The endless wars are becoming a major issue for many Americans. Co-founder of CodePink Medea Benjamin explains how the public opinion is changing. Founder of The Last American Vagabond Ryan Cristian takes the position that Americans are beginning to see through the lies.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Kameran Evans address the CBS piece published last night attacking Sputnik. Since expanding to Kansas City, NPR, The New York Times and CBS have slandered the station.


Guests:

Scott Ritter - Former U.N. weapons inspector | OPCW

Robert Wenzel - Economist, Writer at EconomicPolicyJournal.com | Economic Implications of Coronavirus

Daniel McAdams - Executive Director of the 'Ron Paul Institute for Peace and Prosperity' | The Koch-Soros Foreign Policy Project: 'Restraint' or Deception

Bill Jones - Washington, DC Correspondent for Executive Intelligence Review | Coronavirus

Mindia Gavasheli - Editor-in-Chief of Sputnik US | CBS

Jamarl Thomas - Cohost of Sputnik's Political Misfits | CBS

Bob Schlehuber - Cohost of Sputnik's Political Misfits | CBS


The OPCW has been in hot water. Leaked documents suggest that high-level OPCW officials manipulated or ignored the findings of those on the ground investigating the alleged Douma chemical attack. Former UN weapons inspector Scott Ritter explains the inconsistencies.

The coronavirus has taken over the media, but is it too early to determine if it poses an existential threat or if it is less harmful than the flu? Economist Robert Wenzel explains his perspective on the economic impact due to the coronavirus. Bill Jones, a DC correspondent for Executive Intelligence Review breaks down the crisis to better understand it.

Mainstream media news outlets such as NPR, CBS and The New York Times have been attacking Sputnik US because the station is gaining popularity and expanding to new markets. Executive director of the 'Ron Paul Institute for Peace and Prosperity' Daniel McAdams explains how certain billionaires are teaming up to manipulate the population even more. Editor-in-chief of Sputnik US Mindia Gavasheli outlines the entire thread of communication with CBS that led up to last night's hit piece. Cohosts of the new radio show on Sputnik Jamarl Thomas and Bob Schlehuber describe a new way of analyzing politics which will be the format of their show.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Jamarl Thomas discuss the downward spiral of the House Democrats. President Trump was acquitted, Bernie is thriving, and Roger Stone might be pardoned.


Guests:

Stephen Lendman - Geopolitical Analyst | Turkey and the Middle East 'Peace' Deal

Christy Dopf - Activist, Co-Founder of Action for Assange | Action for Assange on Feb. 24th

Tim Canova - Law Professor & Future Candidate for Congress in Florida | Democratic Primaries

Tom Luongo - Geopolitical Analyst & Publisher of the Gold Goats 'n Guns Newsletter | Russia and Iraq Partnerships


There is no peace in the Middle East and President Trump's proposal might make it worse. Geopolitical analyst Stephen Lendman explains the main issues. Geopolitical analyst Tom Luongo discusses the long-term investment strategies the US is missing out on.

The imprisonment of WikiLeaks founder and activist Julian Assange has been completely blacked out by the media. Assange supporters are still fighting his extradition to the United States. Co-founder of Action for Assange Chirsty Dopf lists the events she and her team are coordinating in support of Assange. Media seems to be already manipulating the Democratic primaries. Candidate for Congress in Florida Tim Canova outlines what he thinks the establishment is up to.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan highlight their New York Times article on the front page of the website. The article describes the show as Russian propaganda.


Guests:

Rabbi Yaakov Shapiro - Speaker & Author | Judaism, Israel, and Zionism

Tyler Nixon - Legal Counsel to Roger Stone | Roger Stone Sentencing

Mark Frost - Economist, Professor, Consultant, Drummer | Supply Chain Disruptions due to the Coronavirus

Lucy Komisar - Investigative journalist focusing on corporate and financial corruption | Pete Buttigieg


Judaism is an ethnic religion but many people treat it as a race. Rabbi Yaakov Shapiro comes back on the show to give his perspective on the complex relationship between Judaism, Israel, and Zionism.

The Roger Stone case is personal to host Lee Stranahan. President Trump intervened in the sentencing and tweeted his opinion on the case. This led to a ripple effect. Legal counsel to Roger Stone Tyler Nixon gives us an update.

There are a lot of things going on in the global economy today. There is the coronavirus, record share prices, game-changing mergers and acquisitions, and President Trump. Economist Mark Frost explains what he sees in the markets. Investigative journalist focused on corporate and financial corruption Lucy Komisar exposes a major worldwide operation scam.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Jamarl Thomas continue analyzing the Democratic presidential primaries. Yesterday, Bernie Sanders was victorious in the New Hampshire primary.


Guests:

Mark Sleboda - International Relations & Security Analyst | 'Securing Democracy' Suppressing Iowa Questions

Talib Karim - Attorney and Executive Director of STEM4US | Tech in the Iowa Caucus

Danny Sjursen - Retired U.S. Army Officer and Former History Instructor at West Point | Trump's Budget

Wyatt Reed - Producer for By Any Means Necessary on Radio Sputnik | Venezuela Embassy Trials

Daniel McAdams - Executive Director of the 'Ron Paul Institute for Peace and Prosperity' | What Progressives Can Learn from Libertarians on the MIC


After the Iowa disaster with the faulty caucus application, many voters are concerned the trend will continue throughout the rest of the primaries. Yesterday the New Hampshire primaries concluded with Bernie Sanders on top, yet he received sparse media coverage. International relations analyst Mark Sleboda explains how to secure democracy. Executive director of Stem4US Talib Karim outlines the technology issues experienced in Iowa. Executive director of the Ron Paul Institute for Peace and Prosperity Daniel McAdams discusses what progressives need to learn.

President Trump has unveiled the budget for the fiscal year 2021. Military allotments increased while funding for public programs decreased. Former history instructor at West Point Danny Sjursen breaks down the dangers of the proposed budget.

Last May the Venezuelan embassy in Washington, DC experienced extreme turmoil. The Trump administration wanted to hand the embassy over to Venezuela's "interim president" Juan Guaido. Four Embassy Protection Collective activists were arrested and jury selection was yesterday. Producer for By Any Means Necessary Wyatt Reed comes on the show to describe what he saw at the courthouse.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Jamarl Thomas discuss the New Hampshire primary numbers. The first votes in the 2020 New Hampshire primary were cast at midnight as a voting tradition.


Guests:

Sharmine Narwani - Writer, Commentator, and Analyst on Middle East geopolitics | The Future of the Middle East

Niko House - Political Activist and Broadcast Journalist, Founder and CEO of the 'MCSC Network' | Primaries

Dr. Bill Honigman - Emergency Room Doctor & Progressive Healthcare Activist | Primaries

Ted Rall - Political Cartoonist & Syndicated Columnist | Primaries


The Trump administration unveiled its peace initiative for an Israeli-Palestinian deal. Many argue the proposal gives Israel most of what it has sought during decades of conflict. Geopolitical analyst on the Middle East Sharmine Narwani gives her opinion on the future of the Middle East.

Today the New Hampshire primaries begin. This is the second Democratic contest of the 2020 presidential cycle. Political activist Niko House updates us on Tulsi Gabbard's campaign. Progressive healthcare activist Dr. Bill explains how Bernie Sanders lines-up against the other candidates. Political cartoonist Ted Rall discusses the other forces involved in the elections.