Fault Lines

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan break down the actual possibility of impeachment. Many people want Trump out of office, but the Ukraine phone call is not grounds for impeachment.


Guests:

Jim Jatras - Government and Media Relations Specialist | Facts or Impeachment?

Ian Shilling - Geopolitical Analyst, Researcher & Blogger | The Brexit 'Last Offer'

Ford Fischer - Independent Journalist and Founder of @N2Sreports | YouTube Demonetizing 'Palestine'/'Ukraine'

Larry Johnson - Writer and Former CIA Analyst | No Grounds for Impeachment

Ryan Cristian - Founder and Editor of The Last American Vagabond | Will Foreign Policy Take Down Trump?


The Ukraine-Biden scandal has completely flipped; instead of investigating into Joe Biden's dealings with Ukraine, Trump is the focal point of the media and Congress. Jim Jatras, a government and media relations specialist, discusses his opinion on the likelihood of impeachment. Former CIA Analyst Larry Johnson expresses his perspective that there are no grounds for impeachment. Ryan Cristian, the founder of The Last American Vagabond, does not see impeachment but Trump's foreign policy is a real problem.

October 31st is the Brexit deadline. UK will leave the EU on that day. Ian Shilling, a geopolitical analyst from the UK, explains what is going on with Boris Johnson and the potential outcomes if a deal is done or if there is no deal.

Many social media accounts are being censored, suspended, or banned due to political views. YouTube has more power because many independent journalists use the platform as a means to generate income. Ford Fischer, an independent journalist, studied YouTube and concluded that accounts are demonetized in response to certain words used.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan talk about major conflicts happening: Hong Kong protests, Trump versus Democrats, and Houthi's versus Saudi Arabia.


Guests:

Patrick Henningsen - Founder of 21st Century Wire | Hong Kong Shooting & Escalation | Deception in Ukraine

Chris Garaffa - Technologist and Member of the Party for Socialism and Liberation | Facebook's Antitrust Problem

Randi Nord - Co-Founder of Geopolitics Alert & Contributor at MintPress News | The Houthi's Successes & Attempted Ceasefire

Sam Husseini - Senior Analyst at the Institute for Public Accuracy | Today's Political Common Ground


Violence has increased in the Hong Kong protests, leading the police to shoot a protester. Founder of 21st Century Wire Patrick Henningsen discusses what is happening in Hong Kong. Then Patrick transitions into explaining the deceptions involved in the Ukraine scandal.

Elizabeth Warren has expressed her desire to break up the big technology companies, such as Facebook. Chris Garaffa, a technologist and member of the Party for Socialism and Liberation, explains what is going on in the tech world and how Mark Zuckerberg is reacting to all the major tech news.

Yemen's Houthi and Saudi Arabia have been in a long-standing battle resulting in major attacks and countless deaths. Not enough coverage is given to this feud. Randi Nord, the co-founder of Geopolitics Alert, specializes in Yemen and gives us an update on the attempted ceasefire.

Today's politics is blurring the lines of ideology. It seems as though the parties are being split by pro-war versus anti-war. Senior Analyst at the Institute for Public Accuracy Sam Husseini discusses his views on today's political common ground.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan discuss how to sift through propaganda when reading popular news sources. The latest news to be propagandized is the Ukraine-Trump scandal.


Guests:

Kit Klarenberg - Investigative journalist documenting state crimes against democracy | Twitter's MI6 Exec and What is 'Citizens=Network'?

Eric Ladny - Former Fault Lines Senior Producer and Savage Sports Correspondent | CA Lets College Athletes Make Money

Kevin Shipp - Former CIA Counter-Terrorism and Counterintelligence Investigator | Yesterday's Subpoenas and the 'Whistleblower' Plant and WaPo's CIA History

Danny Sjursen - Retired U.S. Army Officer and Former History Instructor at West Point | War with Iran? A Mistake


There is a finanical tie between some of our major technology companies, such as Facebook, Google and Twitter, and the Integrity Initiative. Kit Klarenbert, an investigative journalist documenting state crimes against democracy, introduces Twitter's MI6 executive.

California is home to multiple Division I NCAA Basketball teams whose games are broadcast on major networks nationwide. While the school and coaches rake in millions of dollars, the student athletes are the product and only get their school paid for as a piece of the enourmous pie. Former Senior Producer for Fault Lines Eric Ladny comes back for a Savage Sports segment to discuss the law that has allowed college athletes to get paid.

In the midst of the Ukraine-Biden scandal, the understanding of a whistleblower for many people is a gray area. Former CIA Counter-Terrorism and Counteritelligence Investigator, Kevin Shipp, explains his perspective on the recent subpoenas and Trump.

Mike Pompeo wants to go to war. MBS has made it clear going to war with Iran will collapse the global economy. Danny Sjursen, retired U.S. Army Officer and former history instructor at West Point, shares his views on Trump being the one preventing war in this scenario.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan focus on Saudi Arabia, Iran, and Ukraine. Saudi Arabia's MBS was interviewed by 60 minutes regarding Jamal Khashoggi and the attacks on Saudi's oil fields.


Guests:

Stephen Lendman - Writer and Geopolitical Analyst | Why Are the Houthis Rejecting A Saudi Ceasefire?

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

Caleb Maupin - Journalist and Political Analyst | General Assembly

Tom Luongo - Publisher of the Gold, Goats 'n Guns Newsletter | Lies on Biden-Ukraine


The impeachment inquiry and the Ukraine scandal is heating up. Chairman of the House Intelligence Committee Adam Schiff gave an interesting interpretation on the transcript of Trump's phone call with Zelensky. Geopolitical Analyst Stephen Lendman explains his view on the Democrats in this situation. Tom Luongo, the publisher of the Gold, Goats 'n Guns newsletter joins the show to explain the lies involved in the Ukraine scandal.

Saudi Arabia is still dealing with the effects of the oil fields attack. Saudi Arabia Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman denied ordering the murder of Jamal Khashoggi. Executive Director of the 'Ron Paul Institute for Peace and Prosperity' discusses his perspective on Saudi Arabia.

New York has been home to the world's top leaders for the past week. As the General Assembly wraps up, Caleb Maupin, a political analyst, gives us an update on what was accomplished when the leaders gathered together.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan dive deeper into the corruption involving Ukraine. The Deep State is attempting to use the transcript as a weapon against Trump.


Guests:

Piers Robinson - Co-Director of the Organization for Propaganda Studies | Pompeo's Heavy-Handed Syrian Misdirection

Kani Xulam - Director of the American Kurdish Information Network | Kurdish Resistance and Literary Censorship

Daniel Lazare - Journalist and Author | Deep State Madness in the Ukrainian Impeachment Scandal

Mark Frost - Economics Professor | What is Modern Monetary Theory?

Igor Lopatonok - Director of 'Ukraine on Fire' | The Establishment Lied About Ukraine, But What Actually Happened?

Natalie McGill - Correspondent on Redacted Tonight | The Culprits of Japan's Nuclear Catastrophe... Were Acquitted?

John Kiriakou - CIA Whistleblower and Co-Host of 'Loud and Clear' | CIA 'Whistleblowing' As Orchestrated Op


Mike Pompeo's affairs is a frequent topic on the show. His role in the chaos in the Middle East should not be ignored. Piers Robinson, the co-director of the Organization for Propaganda Studies, talks about Pompeo's Syrian accusations. Kani Xulam, the director of the American Kurdish Information Network, gives us an update on the Kurdish people.

Yesterday, the whistleblower's letter was released. Then the New York Times reported that the mystery person is a CIA agent. Journalist Daniel Lazare discusses his view on Trump. Director of 'Ukraine on Fire' Igor Lopatonok tells us exactly what happened in Ukraine. We bring on an actual CIA whistleblower, John Kiriakou, to explain the technical aspect of being a whistleblower.

Fukushima operators, the culprits of Japan's nuclear catastrophe, were acquitted. Natalie McGill, Correspondent on Redacted Tonight, gives the backstory of the event and how they were acquitted.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan discuss the transcript of the phone call between President Trump and President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine. There is nothing impeachable in that document.


Guests:

Niko House - Political Activist & Broadcast Journalist | Tulsi Opposing Impeachment over Zelensky Call

Jason Goodman - Founder of 'Crowdsource the Truth' | QUESTIONING Alan Dershowitz Over Epstein and Cernovich

Ted Rall - Political Cartoonist and Syndicated Columnist | The Failure of the Push to Impeach Trump

Pat Ryan - AI Warfare Specialist | Money Laundering, Ukraine, and @BrockPierce


Tulsi Gabbard is bravely taking on the Deep State by opposing the impeachment inquiry. She will be in the next Democratic Presidential debate. Niko House, a political activist, talks about the uphill battle she has been fighting as she runs for president. Ted Rall, a political cartoonist, gives his leftist opinion on the impeachment news.

The Epstein saga has officially fallen out of the news cycle, even though there are so many important connections and stories within the story. Jason Goodman had an opportunity to question Alan Dershowitz regarding Epstein and capturing audio of the confrontation. He shares that audio on the show.

Steve Bannon, Ukraine, and Brock Pierce are interconnected in an interesting, complex web. AI Warfare Specialist Pat Ryan outlines how the virtual world ties into the current political environment.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan discuss the validity of corruption regarding Ukraine and Joe Biden. The focus is on Trump when it should be on Biden; the transcript has been released.


Guests:

Margaret Kimberley - 'Black Agenda Report' Editor and Senior Columnist | The Push To Impeach Trump

Hans Noel - Associate Professor of the Dept of Government at Georgetown University | Trump vs. California

Patrick Henningsen - Founder of 21st Century Wire | The Tense Situation in England

Philip Giraldi - Former CIA Officer | CIA Analyst Phil Giraldi on the Dangers of the Deep State

Bob Schlehuber - Producer for 'By Any Means Necessary' | More Calls for Impeachment: What's the Benefit for the Dems?


Nancy Pelosi has formally announced an impeachment inquiry of President Donald Trump. Margaret Kimberley the Editor of 'Black Agenda Report' talks about what might happen to Trump. Former CIA Officer Phil Giraldi discusses how Trump would be safe versus how he would be impeachable based on the transcript. Producer for 'By Any Means Necessary' Bob Schlehuber talks about his experience living in Ukraine and the reality of corruption.

With all of the talk about impeachment, Trump imposing on state laws, and the deep state's wrath, the study of federalism should be more popular. Associate professor of the Department of Government at Georgetown University Hans Noel joins the show for the first time to outline his research on federalism.

Brexit has turned into a political spectacle. Boris Johnson is in the battle of his career. Patrick Henningsen, the Founder of 21st Century Wire, updates us on the political environment in England.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan take on breaking news that UK's highest court, the Supreme Court, ruled that Boris Johnson's suspension of Parliament is unlawful.


Guests:

Caleb Maupin - Journalist and Political Analyst | The UN General Assembly Off to a Rocky Start as U.S. Blocks Visas of Major Countries' Delegates

Ian Shilling - Geopolitical Analyst | UK's Supr. Court Revokes Prorogation, Big Blow to BoJo

Mark Sleboda - International Relations and Security Analyst | Biden Interfering in Ukraine, BoJo Extending Parliaments' Prorogation

Gareth Porter - Investigative Historian & Journalist | If Iran Did the Drone Strikes, How Does It Matter?

Angela Hanscom - Pediatric Therapist and Author of "Balanced and Barefoot: How Unrestricted Outdoor Play Makes for Strong, Confident, and Capable Children" | How Are Electronics Affecting Kids' Psychology?


The United Nations General Assembly is in session. All of the world's leaders have gathered to hash out global issues such as climate change. Unfortunately for some Russian delegates, their visas were blocked. Caleb Maupin, a political analyst, reports the events taking place at the UN Headquarters in New York City.

Boris Johnson has made it clear that he respects, but strongly disagrees with the Supreme Court ruling the Parliament suspension is illegal. Ian Shilling, a native of the United Kingdom and a geopolitical analyst, explains what happens next. Mark Sleboda, an international relations analyst, gives his take on the ruling.

Saudi Arabia and the United States have recruited leaders at the UN to blame Iran for the attack on Saudi's oil fields. Gareth Porter, an investigative historian, discusses his article, "Why Evidence of Iran’s Role in Attack Doesn’t Matter."

There are many ways children can spend their time these days, from electronics to sports. Author Angela Hanscom outlines the reasons parents should designate time for their children to play outside with no shoes or restrictions.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan analyze the timing and context of the Ukraine-Biden story. Trump will meet with Zelensky today at the United Nations General Assembly.


Guests:

Ray McGovern - Former CIA Officer | Background of the Trump-Biden-Ukraine Story

Medea Benjamin - Co-Founder of Code Pink | The Threat of War with Iran

Jim Hoft - Founder of The Gateway Pundit | Will the Media Ever Ask Joe Biden The Right Question

Ahsan Butt - Associate Professor of International Relations at George Mason University | The Conflict Over Kashmir


Fault Lines has a long history reporting on Ukraine's involvement in countless scandals, always recognizing Joe Biden's questionable position. Former CIA Officer Ray McGovern gives his analysis on the situation. Jim Hoft, the founder of the Gateway Pundit, comes on the show to discuss whether the media will ignore his role in the story.

There are many reasons Iran is being bullied by the United States and Saudi Arabia. Co-Founder of Code Pink Medea Benjamin explains how we got to the brink of war with Iran.

Pakistan and India's conflict could lead to nuclear war before any other conflict in the world. Most news outlets ignore the dangerous battle over Kashmir. Associate Professor of International Relations at George Mason University Ahsan Butt outlines the history and current state of the conflict.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan talk about Mike Pompeo's current trip which seems to be promoting arms deals in the Middle East rather than peace. Pompeo declared the oil fields attack was an "act of war".


Guests:

Kit Klarenberg - Investigative Journalist with Sputnik News | Magnitsky's Story Revisited in Europe

John Kiriakou - Former CIA Officer and Co-Host of 'Loud and Clear' | Who Is The New National Security Advisor?

James Carey - Editor at GeoPolitics Alert | The Astana Talks and Turkey Arms Deals

Lee Camp - Host of 'Redacted Tonight' on RT America | Watch Redacted Tonight... and Attend Tonight's Fault Lines Meetup!


Lee Stranahan has been investigating Bill Browder and the Magnitsky Act for years. Kit Klarenberg, an investigative journalist with Sputnik News, talks about the increasing discussions taking place in Europe about the Magnistky Act.

John Bolton was fired last week and Trump has just named his new National Security Adviser. Former CIA Officer John Kiriakou tells us about Robert O'Brien and the challenges he may face in this new position.

Turkey, Russia, and Iran had the fifth trilateral meeting this week on the settlement in Syria. The Editor at GeoPolitics Alert, James Carey, is an expert on the subject. He explains what the meeting was about.

Every month Fault Lines coordinates a night in Washington, DC meeting up with the crew from RT's Redacted Tonight. The host of Redacted Tonight, Lee Camp, is interviewed about the current state of comedy.