Fault Lines

Fault Lines

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Fault Lines episodes

  • Peace Deals are Circulating in the Middle East
    On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan focus on the deals being negotiated in Yemen, Syria and Israel. Through it all, the United States is holding on to hegemony.


    Guests:

    Mark Sleboda - International Relations & Security Analyst | Ukraine as a Crux of US-Russian Relations

    Ian Shilling - Geopolitical Analyst, Researcher & Blogger | Brexit Passes Juncker's Muster

    Michael Krieger - Founder of LibertyBlitzkrieg.com and a former Wall Street analyst | Holding On To US Hegemony

    Randi Nord - Co-Founder of Geopolitics Alert & Contributor at MintPress News | The Aden Peace Deal

    Miko Peled - Human Rights Activist and Author | Netanyahu's Fate and his Pompeo Meeting

    Carmine Sabia - Writer & Managing Editor at TheFederalistPapers.org | The State of Impeachment


    Ukraine is a very important point between the United States and Russia. Our regular guest who lives in Moscow, Mark Sleboda, is an international relations analyst. He explains where the relationships between the three countries stand.

    Brexit is happening. Boris Johnson got a deal. October 31st is fast approaching. Geopolitical analyst Ian Shilling gives us an update on the latest Brexit news.

    The United States is driven by the need for hegemony. Michael Krieger, the founder of Liberty Blitz Krieg, outlines what the US is doing to stay in control. Managing editor at The Federalist Papers Carmine Sabia updates us on the impeachment inquiry.

    Peace deals are circulating in the Middle East. Randi Nord, the co-founder of Geopolitics Alert, explains the Aden Peace Deal. Miko Peled, a human rights activist, discusses Israel and Netanyahu.
    2 hr 48 min
  • Boris Johnson Reaches a Brexit Deal
    On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan cover an array of topics including the Brexit deal. The United Kingdom will be leaving the European Union on October 31st, in just two weeks.


    Guests:

    Patrick Henningsen - Founder of 21st Century Wire | Johnson Reaches Brexit Deal with EU

    Annette Bosworth - Internal Medicine Physician | Carbs and Gut Health

    Stephen Lendman - Geopolitical Analyst | Trouble in Madrid

    Tom Luongo - Publisher of Gold, Goats, and Guns | Bolton's Resistance

    Dr. Bill Honigman - Progressive Healthcare Activist | Bernie and the DNC

    Ryan Cristian - Founder of The Last American Vagabond | Iran from the Inside


    Boris Johnson finally reached a Brexit deal just two weeks before the UK will leave the EU. Founder of 21st Century Wire Patrick Henningsen explains the status of Brexit now that a deal has been reached.

    We have to take care of our gut. We have to limit our carbs. Our favorite internal medicine physician Dr. Annette Bosworth outlines what we should do to be truly healthy.

    Street violence is escalating in Spain. Protestors are setting cars on fire and battling police due to the imprisonment of nine pro-independence leaders. Geopolitical analyst Stephen Lendman explains what is happening and the backstory.

    John Bolton is now a major player in the "Ukraine-Joe Biden- whistleblower" saga. Publisher of Gold, Goats, n' Guns Tom Luongo outlines how Bolton fits into the picture.

    Bernie Sanders has been endorsed by superstar political figure AOC. Progressive healthcare activist Dr. Bill Honigman gives his perspective on the Democratic Presidential Primaries, healthcare, and Bernie.

    Most MSM viewers have a convoluted understanding of life in Iran. Founder of The Last American Vagabond Ryan Cristian has a recent video on his site exposing the truth about Iran versus the irresponsible narrative that the major news networks are pushing.
    2 hr 48 min
  • What Was Your Take on the Debates?
    On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan focus on last night's Democratic Presidential Debate. Oddly, not one candidate went after Joe Biden regarding Ukraine.


    Guests:

    Niko House - Founder and CEO of the 'MCSC Network' | Last Night's Debates

    Caleb Maupin - Political Analyst | The Debates and Syria

    Michael Nevradakis - Editor of Hellenic Insider | Macedonia's Name Change

    Chris Garaffa - Technologist and Member of the Party for Socialism and Liberation | Protecting Yourself and Your Kids Online

    Daniel McAdams - Executive Director of the 'Ron Paul Institute for Peace and Prosperity' | Syria


    Last night was the Democratic Presidential Debates. Tulsi Gabbard was brought back to the stage after being excluded from the last one. Political activist Niko House gives a recap of the night. Caleb Maupin, a political analyst, discusses his favorite moments of the debate.

    Greece is a beautiful place with very interesting politics. There is an ongoing battle for the name "Macedonia". The editor of Hellenic Insider Michael Nevradakis gives the history and current status of the name change dispute.

    Cybersecurity is a growing industry and a necessary skill for families to learn. Technologist Chris Garaffa explains ways that you can protect your family and children online.

    The drama in Syria is far from over. The executive director of the 'Ron Paul Institute for Peace and Prosperity' Daniel McAdams outlines his views on the situation.
    2 hr 48 min
  • Will There Ever Be Peace in the Middle East?
    On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan focus on the conflict in the Middle East. Right now the future of the Kurds is unknown.


    Guests:

    Mindia Gavasheli - Editor at Sputnik Radio | Will Russia Broker a Yemeni Ceasefire?

    Vanessa Beeley - International Investigative Journalist | News from Damascus

    John Shipton - Julian Assange's Father | Julian Assange's Life and Work

    Kani Xulam - Director of the American Kurdish Information Network | The Kurds and Assad

    Danny Sjursen - Retired U.S. Army Officer and Former History Instructor at West Point | Soldiers In A Time of Coup

    Maram Susli - Political Commentator and Geopolitical Analyst | Syria's Future


    Russian President Vladimir Putin is in Saudi Arabia for the first time in over a decade. He is signing oil agreements and discussing Saudi Arabia's ongoing battle with Iran. The editor at Sputnik Radio in Washington, DC Mindia Gavashelli is in Abu Dhabi covering the talks and comes on the show to outline exactly what is happening.

    Syria is the Mainstream Media's foreign policy focus right now. Live from Damascus, international investigative journalist Vanessa Beeley shares her on-the-ground perspective. Director of the American Kurdish Information Network, Kani Xulam, explains his views on the issue. Geopolitical analyst Maram Susli outlines her research.

    Julian Assange is still being held in prison, maybe because he holds information that could clarify some of the biggest news stories. Aside from his great work, he is a son. His father, John Shipton, is interviewed about Assange's life and future.

    Some people believe we are in the midst of an attempted coup against President Trump. Retired US Army Officer Danny Sjursen explains how the military and soldiers operate in this type of political climate.
    2 hr 46 min
  • The DNC Primaries
    On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan focus on the Democratic Presidential Primaries. Many people are questioning the election process and who to trust.


    Guests:

    Cynthia McKinney - Former Member of Congress | The Rigged DNC Primaries

    Ted Rall - Political Cartoonist & Syndicated Columnist | News of the Day

    Niko House - Founder of the 'MCSC Network' | Tulsi at the Debates

    Larry Sanger - Co-Founder of Wikipedia | The Problem with Wikipedia

    Whitney Webb - Staff Writer at Mint Press News | Ari Ben-Menashe and Epstein


    As we approach the DNC primaries, people are getting skeptical of the integrity of the system. A former member of Congress Cynthia McKinney discusses how the primaries are rigged. Niko House, a political analyst and friend of Tulsi Gabbard, talks about Gabbard's position regarding the debates.

    There is still a lot of lingering news in the headlines. Political cartoonist and syndicated columnist Ted Rall hangs out with the guys to outline his perspective on various news stories. One of the stories that seem to be fading is Epstein. Whitney Webb, a staff writer at Mint Press News, gives us an update on her research regarding the Epstein circle.

    Wikipedia is a knowledge source, whether you like it or not. The co-founder of Wikipedia, Larry Sanger, discusses the problems that exist with the platform.
    2 hr 49 min
  • Biden Calls for President Trump's Impeachment
    On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan continue to chisel out important facts regarding Ukraine. As the truth on the news becomes scarce, the guys focus on informing the public.


    Guests:

    Ian Shilling - Geopolitical Analyst, Researcher & Blogger | Sacoolas, The Beatles, and Brexit

    Andrei Nekrasov - Writer and Director of the film, 'The Magnitsky Act. Behind the Scenes' | Browder 101

    Larry Johnson - Writer and Former CIA Analyst | How Trump Can Fight Impeachment

    James Carey - Editor at GeoPoliticsAlert | Turkey's Role in Syria

    Michael Goodwin - NY Post Columnist | NYPost's Interview with Donald Trump

    William Craddick - Founder of Disobedient Media | What's Our Future Role in Global Politics?


    The United Kingdom has some amazing culture that is being outshined by the Brexit soap opera. Geopolitical analyst Ian Shilling joins the guys for a segment about the UK, the good, the bad and the entertainment.

    Now that Ukraine has been exposed, it is time to bring Bill Browder and the whole web into the discussion. Director of the film, 'The Magnitsky Act: Behind the Scenes", Andrei Nekrasov, outlines the role of various figures in the many webs of scandal.

    Turkey is coming down on the Kurds now that the US has left the Northern Syrian border. This has added fuel to the impeachment fire. Larry Johnson, a former CIA Analyst, addresses the increase in impeachment news. Editor at GeoPolitics Alert James Carey talks about Turkey's role in Syria. Michael Goodwin from NY Post interviewed Trump and shares that experience. Founder of Disobedient Media William Craddick discusses where global politics is headed.
    2 hr 48 min
  • Joe Biden Cannot Hide from the Ukraine Scandal
    On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan dig deeper into the Ukraine scandal. Lee plays audio of himself interviewing a Ukraine insider from years ago that reveals a lot about Biden.


    Guests:

    Gordon Dimmack - Independent Media Reporter | Why Has Britain's Ruling Class Betrayed Brexit?

    Stephen Lendman - Writer and Geopolitical Analyst | Today's News

    Carmine Sabia - Writer & Managing Editor at TheFederalistPapers.org | The Battle Over Impeachment

    John Hoge - Author & Audio Engineer | The DNC's Serial Bomber & @AlexandraChalupa

    Ben Norton - Assistant editor of The Grayzone | Our Foreign Policy Lunacy

    Manila Chan - TV Reporter for RT America | This Week's News


    Today's news is all over the place: Syria, Ukraine, Brexit. Gordon Dimmack, an independent media reporter gives us the latest update on Brexit and Boris Johnson. Both Stephen Lendman, a geopolitical analyst, and Manila Chan, a TV reporter for RT America, address an array of news.

    There is still a battle ensuing in Congress to impeach Trump on the grounds of some ambiguous offense. Managing editor at TheFederalistPapers.org Carmine Sabia gives a right-leaning perspective on the validity of the inquiry. Assistant editor of The Grayzone Ben Norton discusses the bigger issue regarding Trump, foreign policy.

    You cannot dig deeper into the Ukraine story without understanding some key players involved. John Hoge, an author, outlines two very important players in the Ukraine scandal, Brett Kimberlin and Alexandra Chalupa.
    2 hr 49 min
  • Multiple Views on the US Troops Withdrawl
    On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan open the floor to different perspectives regarding the US pulling troops from the Syrian border. The Kurds will be left to fend for themselves, but the troops could come home.


    Guests:

    Eva Bartlett - Independent Writer & Journalist | Making Sense of Ukraine, Crimea, and the Donetsk People's Republic

    Maram Susli - Political Commentator and Geopolitical Analyst | Will The US Actually Be Leaving Syria?

    Ray McGovern - Former CIA Officer & Political Activist | What's Really At Stake with the 'Whistleblower' Coup

    Tom Luongo - Geopolitical Analyst & Publisher of the Gold Goats 'n Guns Newsletter | Syria, Ukraine, and Other Flashpoints


    The Crimea situation is very complicated. Hardly any news sources cover the truth, let alone the issues that really matter. Stellar journalist Eva Bartlett joins Lee and Garland to make sense of Ukraine. Former CIA Officer Ray McGovern gives us an insider perspective on the 'whistleblower' coup that is taking place right now.

    The US troops leaving the northern border of Syria will open up the floodgates. There are many consequences that will ensue, both positive and negative. Maram Susli, famously known as Syria Girl, is back to give her commentary on how this should be handled. Geopolitical analyst Tom Luongo offers his perspective on the situation.
    2 hr 49 min
  • US Troops Pulled From Northern Syrian Border
    On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan focus on the breaking news that the US is withdrawing troops from the Syria-Turkey border. It seems as though Trump is no longer concerned with brokering peace between the two countries.


    Guests:

    Bill Binney - Former Technical Director at the NSA | Ukraine

    Mark Sleboda - International Relations & Security Analyst | Turkey and The Kurds

    Patrick Henningsen - Founder of 21st Century Wire | The Consequences of a Brexit Extension

    Kani Xulam - Director of the American Kurdish Information Network | Syria, Turkey, and the Kurds


    The Ukraine-Biden drama continues as the Politico article by Kenneth Vogel circulates. Ron Johnson was on Meet the Press with Chuck Todd and the discussion got heated. Bill Binney, the former technical director at the NSA, lays out the facts.

    The breaking news on Sunday was Trump withdrawing troops from the border of Syria that is adjacent to Turkey. International Relations and Security Analyst Mark Sleboda explains exactly what that means for the Kurds. Kani Xulam, the director of the American Kurdish Information Network, outlines the backstory to the conflict between Syria and Turkey.

    Boris Johnson and Brexit are coming up on the October 31st deadline. Patrick Henningsen, the founder of 21st Century Wire, gives us an update and explanation of what is happening in the UK.
    2 hr 47 min
  • Campaign Season is Hotter than Ever
    On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan interview two candidates running for Congress, one in Massachusetts, the other in Florida. They discuss climate change and the corruption with the Democratic party.


    Guests:

    Vanessa Beeley - International Investigative Journalist | Syrian CIA Front Company

    Dr. Annette Bosworth - Internal Medicine Physician | Allergies and Immunity

    Dr. V.A. Shiva - Candidate for Senate in Massachusetts | Why Trump is Right to Leave the Paris Accord

    Tim Canova - Law Professor and Future Candidate for Congress in Floria | Will Democrats' Impeachment Push Help Them with Trump?


    The Syrian war has been going on for years. Many of the conflicts happening in the Arab countries are not covered at all by the media. Vanessa Beeley is an international investigative journalist who discusses her research on Syria CIA front company "Hala Systems".

    There are a few times of the year when everyone is coughing, sneezing, and scratching their eyes. Dr. Annette Bosworth outlines allergies and multiple ways we can naturally treat ourselves.

    The discussion of climate change has exploded since the young girl gave a speech at the UN General Assembly. Dr. V.A. Shiva has four degrees from MIT and a very impressive resume outside of that. He is also running for Senate in Massachusetts. He joins the show to give his mathematical perspective on climate change.

    As we progress into campaigning season, Democrats are pulling out all the stops to prevent Trump from a second term. Tim Canova knows first-hand the corruption that takes place during elections. He is running for Congress in Florida and expresses his views on the impeachment move.
    2 hr 47 min

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