Fault Lines

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Shane Stranahan talk about Democrats getting increasingly desperate to pass legislation before 2022, Trump slamming former Israel PM Netanyahu, and the state of San Francisco amid skyrocketing crime and homelessness.

Guests:

Ted Rall - Political Cartoonist | Democrats Pivot to Failing on Filibuster Reform After Failing on BBB

Kim Iversen - Independent Journalist | San Francisco's Mayor Decries Crime After Slashing Police Budget

In the first hour Jamarl and Shane talked about today's top stories, San Francisco's mayor looking to get tough on crime, and took your calls.

In the second hour Fault Lines was joined by Ted Rall for a discussion on Trump's 'F--- him!' comment on former Israel PM Netanyahu and Democrats looking for legislation they can pass as it looks like Build Back Better will be delayed to after New Years.

In the third hour Kim Iversen joined the conversation to talk about San Francisco's increasing 'smash-and-grab' flash mob robberies as Mayor London Breed launches a crime crackdown after slashing the city's police budget last year.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Shane Stranahan talk about the latest diplomatic chaos between Germany and Russia, Manchin and Sinema continuing to block Biden's BBB, and private investments to curb immigration from Central America.

Guests:

Peter Oliver - RT Correspondent | Spies, Murder, and Expelled Diplomats in Berlin

Jim Kavanagh - Socialist Columnist | Manchin and Sinema Nail Last Stake in Biden's Agenda

Susan Pai - Immigration Attorney | Kamala Harris Announces $1.2 Billion in Investments to Stem Immigration

In the first hour Peter Oliver joined the show to talk about the latest diplomatic chaos from Moscow and Berlin as two Russian diplomats have been expelled following the sentencing of a Russian man for a murder that courts say was ordered by the Kremlin.

In the second hour Fault Lines was joined by Jim Kavanagh for a discussion on adversaries inside Biden's party becoming emboldened after the President's initial failure to get any legislation passed.

In the third hour Susan Pai joined the conversation to talk about private investments in Central America that VP Harris hopes to reduce immigration from the region. We also talked about the Biden administration resuming Trump's 'remain in Mexico' border policy.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Shane Stranahan talk about record high inflation numbers, shocking texts from GOP officials and Fox anchors to Mark Meadows, and Putin’s and Xi’s virtual summit to resist efforts to wedge the two nations apart.

Guests:

Mark Frost - Economist | Rising Inflation As ‘Silent Tax’ on Middle Class

Ted Rall - Political Cartoonist | Shocking Texts Reveals Republicans Urging Trump to Call Off Jan. 6th

Michelle Witte - Host of Political Misfits | Biden’s Chaotic Foreign Policy After ‘Nice Guy’ Promise

In the first hour Fault Lines was joined by Mark Frost to talk about how inflation acts as a silent tax to poor and working class earners and if any relief is laid out in Biden’s ‘Build Back Better’ plan.

In the second hour we were joined by Ted Rall for a discussion on text messages that Ted says proves we live in an opposite world. We also talked about D.C. suing two far right groups, the Proud Boys and the Oathkeepers, for allegedly conspiring to terrorize the city on January 6th.

In the third hour Michelle Witte joined the conversation to talk about the first statements coming out from the virtual summit between Russian and Chinese leaders. We also talk about Biden’s chaotic foreign policy and compare it to what he promised voters when running against Trump.

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Biden's Approval Reaches New Low as Inflation Skyrockets

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Shane Stranahan talk about if China would back Russia on Ukraine, Trump pioneering a new form of social media, and the U.S scheme to drive Russia and China apart.

Guests:

Danny Haiphong - Author and Columnist | Would China Back Russia in a Ukraine Standoff?

Faran Fronczak - Anchor for RT America | Trump Postures for 2024 with New Media Platform

John Kiriakou - Former CIA Officer | CIA Assignment to Drive Russia and China Apart

In the first hour Danny Haiphong joined the show to talk about the tightrope China is walking to stay supportive towards Russia while not appearing to interfere or collude with Ukraine as the U.S. threatens sanctions if the former Soviet country is invaded.

In the second hour Fault Lines was joined in-studio by Faran Fronczak for a general discussion on domestic politics, Trump's new social media platform, and more.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Shane Stranahan talk about if China would back Russia on Ukraine, Trump pioneering a new form of social media, and the U.S scheme to drive Russia and China apart.

Guests:

Danny Haiphong - Author and Columnist | Would China Back Russia in a Ukraine Standoff?

Faran Fronczak - Anchor for RT America | Trump Postures for 2024 with New Media Platform

John Kiriakou - Former CIA Officer | CIA Assignment to Drive Russia and China Apart

In the first hour Danny Haiphong joined the show to talk about the tightrope China is walking to stay supportive towards Russia while not appearing to interfere or collude with Ukraine as the U.S. threatens sanctions if the former Soviet country is invaded.

In the second hour Fault Lines was joined in-studio by Faran Fronczak for a general discussion on domestic politics, Trump's new social media platform, and more.

In the third hour John Kiriakou joined the conversation to talk about the CIA seemingly shifting focus from counterintelligence operations to keeping their network of spies secured after reports of an increasing number of agents being killed on the field.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Shane Stranahan talk about U.S. prosecutors winning their appeal to extradite Wikileaks founder Julian Assange, Travis Scott's first words after the tragedy at his Astroworld concert, and take a closer look at Biden's so-called Democracy Summit.

Guests:

Misty Winston - #FreeAssange Activist | Ghastly Precedent Set in Assange Extradition Case

Tyler Nixon - Legal Counsel for Roger Stone | Biden Hosts 'Democracy Summit' as Latest PR Stunt

In the second hour Fault Lines was joined by Misty Winston for a discussion on the High Court ruling permitting Julian Assange to be extradited and the ghastly legal precedent it sets for international journalists exposing war crimes. We also were joined by Cordell Woodland to talk about Travis Scott's first interview after 10 died at his Astroworld event.

In the third hour Tyler Nixon joined the conversation to talk about the latest move out of Biden's public relations playbook that has him hosting a 'Summit for Democracy' as the U.S. wins an appeal case allowing them to extradite and prosecute Julian Assange.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Shane Stranahan talk about the new Omicron variant and if it can act as a natural vaccine, the White House's embarrassing meeting asking for better press, and the Senator asking Biden to not write off a first strike attack on Russia over Ukraine.

Guests:

Dr. Mikhail Kogan - Medical Doctor | Is Omicron Variant Mild Enough to End COVID?

Ted Rall - Political Cartoonist | White House Asks Media, 'Be Nice to Mr. Biden'

Mark Sleboda - Security Analyst | Don't Rule Out Nuking Russia, GOP Senator Urges Biden

In the first hour Dr. Mikhail Kogan joined the show to talk about new information on the COVID-19 Omicron variant, efficacy of vaccines, and what you can do to keep healthy to protect against the virus.

In the second hour Fault Lines was joined by Ted Rall for a discussion on the White House meeting with media moguls, requesting more favorable coverage about the administration. We also talked about Jussie Smollett's strange legal strategy as his trial is underway.

In the third hour Mark Sleboda joined the conversation to talk about Biden's and Putin's virtual summit and current moves on Ukraine. We also talked about Sen. Roger Wicker urging the president to not rule out a first strike nuclear attack on Russia.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Shane Stranahan talk about another blow for CNN as anchor Don Lemon is under fire for tipping off Jussie Smollett, the failure the current two party political paradigm produces, and the explosive Biden-Putin virtual summit.

Guests:

Daniel Lazare - Independent Journalist | Jussie Testifies He Was Tipped Off by Don Lemon

Jim Kavanagh - Socialist Analyst | Reconcile This: Lessons From the Latest Legislative Debacle

William Dunkerly - Author, Analyst | Biden’s and Putin’s High Stakes Face Off Over Ukraine

In the first hour Daniel Lazare joined the show to talk about CNN’s credibility as a news agency after it was revealed TV anchor Don Lemon tipped off Jussie Smollett to police being suspicious of the former ‘Empire’ actor.

In the second hour Fault Lines was joined by Jim Kavanagh for a discussion on faults of the current two party paradigm that have been magnified after repeated struggles by Democrats to reach common ground on various social spending bills.

In the third hour William Dunkerley joined the conversation to talk about the meeting between Biden and Putin and why the U.S. and allies have been perpetuating the lie about Russian troops amassing on the Ukrainian border.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Shane Stranahan talk about Trump reflecting on his firing of FBI Director James Comey, the US refusing to send diplomats to the 2022 Winter Olympics in China, and the vaccine mandate in NYC marking one of Bill de Blasio’s last moves as Mayor.

Guests:

Michael Goodwin - Columnist for NYPost | Businesses Furious Over Last Minute NYC Vax Mandate

In the first hour, Jamarl and Shane talked about Trump's Sunday interview where he said firing then-FBI Director James Comey was crucial to helping him survive 4 years in the White House

In the second hour Jamarl and Shane discussed the US diplomatically boycotting the 2022 Olympics in Beijing as well as Trump's new social media endeavor where he named Rep. Devin Nunes as CEO.

In the third hour Michael Goodwin joined the conversation to talk about the new vaccine mandate in NYC as de Blasio's last move as Mayor where he's likely setting up to run for Governor.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Shane Stranahan talk about failing JCPOA talks in Vienna, parents of the Oxford school shooter attempting to flee, secret dealings of the Biden family being revealed, and Myanmar’s ousted leader being sentenced to prison after a military coup.


Guests:


Scott Ritter - Former U.N. Weapons Inspector | Biden Keeps War Machine Oiled and Ready


Faran Fronczak - Anchor for RT America | Oxford School Killer Parents Charged


Miranda Devine - Author of ‘Laptop From Hell’ | Hunter Biden's Dirty Secrets Revealed in ‘Laptop From Hell’


Carl Zha - Podcaster and Analyst | Ousted Myanmar Leader Aung San Suu Kyi Sentenced to 4 Years


In the first hour Scott Ritter joined the show to talk about the disappointing global posture review from an administration that feels like any action is good action, as well as talks over renewing JCPOA breaking down.


In the second hour Fault Lines was joined by Faran Fronczak for a discussion on the Jussie Smollett case and how Michelle Obama initially got him off charges of faking a hate crime. We also talked about the parents of the Oxford school shooter being charged for involuntary manslaughter.


In the third hour Miranda Devine joined the conversation to talk about the shady overseas business deals that Hunter Biden profited from using his father’s influence. We were also joined by Carl Zha to discuss Nobel Peace winner and former leader of Myanmar Aung San Suu Kyi’s conviction for incitement and breaking COVID-19 rules after the military seized power in February.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Jamarl Thomas and Shane Stranahan talk about Lavrov meeting Blinken about Ukraine, Jussie Smollett's hate crime hoax trial, Kamala Harris losing key staff, and the future of Roe v. Wade.


Guests:


Mark Sleboda - Security Analyst | Lavrov Meets Blinken, Reiterates Russia's Red Lines


Manila Chan - Anchor for RT America | Jussie Smollett's Hate Crime Hoax Trial Begins With Damning Witness Testimony


Ted Rall - Political Cartoonist | Politics of Roe v. Wade and Legitimacy of the Supreme Court


In the first hour Mark Sleboda joined the show to discuss the meeting between Antony Blinken and Sergey Lavrov where interpretation of the Minsk agreement has become a sticking point.


In the second hour Fault Lines was joined by Manila Chan to talk about the bizarre trial of accused hate crime hoaxer Jussie Smollett and the latest blows to Kamala Harris as her chief spokesperson exits the White House.


In the third hour Ted Rall joined the conversation to talk about the political consequences for 2022 if Roe v. Wade is overturned and if the Supreme Court can maintain legitimacy while doing so.