Fault Lines

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan take a look at the political environment in the UK, Israel, and the US 2020 presidential elections.


Guests:

Patrick Henningsen - Founder of 21st Century Wire | Parliamentary Prorogation, Brexit, and Assange

Demetrius Minor - Director of Community Engagement for Americans for Prosperity Florida | What's Going to Happen in the 2020 Elections?

Rabbi Yaakov Shapiro - Speaker and Author | Zionism and Israeli Aggression


Boris Johnson and Brexit are dominating the headlines in Europe. Founder of 21st Century Wire, Patrick Henningsen joins the show to help us understand exactly what is going on in the United Kingdom.

As Congress returns and we move deeper into campaigning season, we can expect the next few months to be very entertaining. First-time guest Demetrius Minor, Director of Community Engagement for Americans for Prosperity Florida, gives his analysis on each candidate.

Israel is always a point of contention, but tensions are increasing. We bring Rabbi Yaakov Shapiro back on the show to discuss the relationship between Zionism and Israel.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan open up the discussion about guns in America. As Congress returns from its summer recess, many are questioning how gun control will be addressed.


Guests:

Joel Segal - Former Congressional Staffer | Since Congress Is Reconvening, What's Their Agenda?

Maj Toure - Founder of Black Guns Matter | Black Guns Matter

Qasim Rashid, Esq. - VA Senate District 28 Dem Nominee | How Does Gun Policy Affect Public Safety?

Daniel McAdams - Executive Director of the 'Ron Paul Institute for Peace and Prosperity' | Why Did Twitter Suspend The Ron Paul Institute Executive Director's Account?

Tom Luongo - Publisher of the Gold Goats 'n Guns Newsletter | The Effects of the Latest Round of Trump's Tariffs on China


Every August, Congress takes a summer recess. This weekend, the United States faced Hurricane Dorian, more Chinese tariffs, and another senseless mass shooting. Former Congressional Staffer Joel Segal describes what a congressional recess is and how matters are addressed when Congress is back.

Founder of Black Guns Matter and candidate for Philadelphia's City Council Maj Toure makes a strong argument in favor of gun rights. Virginia Senate Democratic Nominee Qasim Rashid makes a case for red flag laws.

It's no secret that our beloved social media sites are struggling with the balance between openness and information integrity. The latest political figure to be banned from Twitter is Executive Director of the 'Ron Paul Institute for Peace and Prosperity', Daniel McAdams. The reason for the ban was his verbiage, but some might argue it was a result of his politics.

What is a tariff? How does it affect us? Now that prices are rising and the holidays are approaching, more people are trying to understand what is happening. Tom Luongo, Publisher of 'Gold, Goats, 'n Guns', joins the show to explain just that.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan confront elitism. The Inspector General's report found James Comey violated FBI policy, but the Justice Department will not prosecute.


Guests:

Mark Sleboda - International Relations & Security Analyst | Hong Kong Arrests? Ukrainian Hostages? Turkish Meetings? All and More!

Ryan Jensen - Conservative Commentator & Host of 'Ryan Responds' | Is the IG's Report a Nail in Comey's Career's Coffin?

John Kiriakou - Former CIA Officer & Host of 'Loud and Clear' | The IG Goes After Comey in Yesterday's Report

Whitney Webb - Staff Writer at Mint Press News | Epstein's Relationship with Bill Clinton


There are major events happening in Ukraine and Turkey that we will not ignore. International relations and security analyst Mark Sleboda gives us a rundown of the top international news we need to know.

Whether you lean toward the left or right, the IG report concluding James Comey violated FBI policy but will not be prosecuted should make you ask yourself, "what if that was me?" John Kiriakou, former CIA Officer shares his experience with injustice in the federal system. Conservative commentator Ryan Jensen shares his perspective on the government's strategies.

Only a small number of journalists are covering the real story of Jeffrey Epstein. Whitney Webb, a staff writer at Mint Press News, has emerged as the leader of investigating his network. She talks about the final article in her bombshell Epstein series.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan touch on domestic and foreign politics. Presidential candidate Tulsi Gabbard has been excluded from the next debate and Boris Johnson accomplished his Parliament suspension plan.


Guests:

Zach Daniel - Emmy Award-Winning Chief Meteorologist | How is The Sunshine State Preparing for Hurricane Dorian?

Niko House - Political Activist and Broadcast Journalist | How Did Tulsi Gabbard Get Pushed Out of the Running By the DNC's Opaque System?

James Carey - Editor at GeoPolitics Alert | What Are the Repercussions of BoJo Calling Down the Queen?

Dr. Robert Epstein - Senior Research Psychologist at the American Institute for Behavioral Research and Technology | Learn About Google's Control of Politics and Public Opinion


Hurricane Dorian could energize hurricane season which has been otherwise very calm. Emmy Award-winning Chief Meteorologist Zach Daniel discusses the storm's activity and the state of emergency declared by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.

The 2020 Presidential Election is already captivating. Candidates are starting to drop out and it seems as though the major news outlets are using opaque criteria to qualify hopefuls for the next round of debates. Niko House, the host of Mi Casa Es Su Casa, explains the trending hashtag: #TulsiDidntQualifyParty.

The United Kingdom's Brexit plan has been quite the spectacle since the referendum in 2016. The Editor of GeoPolitics Alert James Carey spells out what the Queen's Parliament suspension approval means for Prime Minister Boris Johnson's Brexit plan.

Google has been in the spotlight for its alleged involvement in the voting process. Dr. Robert Epstein, the Senior Research Psychologist at the American Institute for Behavioral Research and Technology, has been hit hard by the mainstream media for his study on Google. He illustrates exactly what his experiment consisted of and how blindsided he was with the backlash, which was fueled by Hillary Clinton.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan talk about Bill Browder's recent activity. The European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg just released a judgment regarding Sergei Magnitsky.


Guests:

Jason Goodman - Founder of 'CrowdSource the Truth' | With Epstein Reportedly Dead, Where Will His Victims Find Restitution?

Jim Auchmutey - Author of 'Smokelore: A Short History of Barbecue in America' | The DEEP History of Barbecue in America

Lucy Komisar - Financial Corruption Investigative Journalist | Take Two! What is Bill Browder Up To?

Martin Gurri - Author of 'The Revolt of the Public and the Crisis of Authority in the New Millenium' | How Has The Internet Affected The Public's Relationship with Authority?


The victims of Jeffrey Epstein wanted a trial but instead got a three-hour hearing in New York City yesterday. Jason Goodman, the founder of 'CrowdSource the Truth', attended the hearing and gives us a report on exactly what occurred in the courtroom.

Barbecue is not just a delicious cuisine, it is a historical anchor in the United States of America. Author of 'Smokelore: A Short History of Barbecue in America', Jim Auchmutey, shares his understanding of the connection between barbecue and US politics.

Bill Browder is still receiving accolades despite his controversial history. Lucy Komisar has been investigating financial corruption for decades and Bill Browder is one of the common denominators. She brings her in-depth research to the show adding merit to Lee's ongoing investigation on Bill Browder.

Rapid access to information through mobile phones has dramatically effected the political and socioeconomic environments. Former CIA Officer Martin Gurri discusses his profound book, 'The Revolt of the Public and the Crisis of Authority in the New Millennium.'

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan focus on Maria Butina and the Overstock CEO. The major news outlets are not covering this adequately, even though the story is massive.


Guests:

Danny Sjursen - Retired US Army Officer and Former History Instructor at West Point | How Was Tulsi Gabbard Right About Syria?

Bob Driscoll - Attorney of Maria Butina | What Would RBG's Departure Mean for the American Judiciary? And What's with Patrick Byrne?

Pat Ryan - AI Warfare Specialist | The Overstock CEO's Background Dealing with the Mob

Virginia Kruta - Associate Editor at the Daily Caller | Should Russia Be Allowed Back into the G-7?

Ryan Cristian - Founder of The Last American Vagabond | The Israeli Beirut Bombings and the Johnson & Johnson Judgment

Democratic Presidential Candidate, Tulsi Gabbard, has been transparent regarding her views on regime change wars, the military-industrial complex, and, most controversially, Syria. Danny Sjursen, a former history instructor at West Point, comes on the show to discuss his article, "Tulsi Gabbard was Right About Syria."

It seems as though corporate media has decided not to spotlight the Overstock.com CEO's ties to intelligence and other powerful entities. Our first guest on this topic, Bob Driscoll is the attorney of Maria Butina and gives us an update of her overall case. The second guest on this topic, Pat Ryan explains Patrick Byrne's background and connections to the mob.

President Donald Trump made his position very clear throughout the G-7 summit, Russia should be allowed back in the group. Associate Editor at the Daily Caller, Virginia Kruta, outlines what happened at the G-7 meeting and the press conference that capped off the event.

If one country was attacking multiple countries, it would be covered by all of the big news outlets; that is not the case with Israel. Fault Lines regular, Ryan Cristian, founder of the Last American Vagabond, discusses exactly what is going on in the Middle East.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan cover the G7 summit. All of the top countries leaders, with the exception of Russia, are in attendance trying to close deals that will protect the economy from the global trade war and Brexit.


Guests:

Patrick Henningsen - Founder of 21st Century Wire | The US Trade War with China is Growing as Macron Lets Iran Dip Its Toe In at the G7

Sean Blackmon - Host of 'By Any Means Necessary' | Are Police Powers Changing? Is Police Culture Changing?


Prime Minister Boris Johnson has a lengthy to-do list for his first G7 summit in the new position. Patrick Henningsen, the founder of 21st Century Wire, joins the show to discuss what deals are being made and what deals are not.

There is a national debate on the powers and operations of police in America. The host of 'By Any Means Necessary' Sean Blackmon discusses his view on whether there is any meaningful progression in the transparency of police.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan exchange views on comparing our current leadership to that of the 1960s. Jamarl Thomas from the Progressive Soapbox joins the show as a guest host.


Guests:

Teodrose Fikre - Chair of Ethiopians for Constitutional Monarchy | What Happened to American Leadership in the 60s?

Henry Gross - Youngest Performer at Woodstock | Singer-Songwriter Henry Gross on Woodstock History & His Recent Work

Jamarl Thomas - Progressive Political Commentator | Media Blackouts in Indian Kashmir & Media Spotlights on Hong Kong

Stephen Lendman - Geopolitical Analyst | Iranian Missile Systems and Tension, and the Great Amazonian Conflagration

Randi Nord - Co-Founder of Geopolitics Alert | The Genocide in Yemen


The United States was led by great men once upon a time. Leaders such as JFK and Martin Luther King Jr. inspired hope and necessary change but were assassinated in cold blood. Teodrose Fikre, chair of Ethiopians for Constitutional Monarchy, comes in studio to discuss the danger of being a leader pushing for change.

Woodstock Festival just celebrated its 50th anniversary. In honor of this benchmark, Henry Gross, singer, shares his best stories about the festival. He is the youngest musician to perform at Woodstock, many years ago.

The Amazon rainforest, supplier of an enormous amount of the Earth's oxygen, is up in flames, intentionally. Geopolitical analyst, Stephen Lendman, explains the politics behind the wildfire and then gives us an analysis of tensions in Iran.

The mainstream media does not give the genocide in Yemen any attention. Fault Lines discusses the humanitarian crisis occurring right now with Randi Nord, co-founder of Geopolitics Alert. Randi has been relentless in her research regarding the wars in the Middle East.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan discuss President Trump's latest immigration proposals with guests from both sides of the spectrum. Many of the issues at the forefront are not divided by party affiliation, but by much broader interests.


Guests:

Andrew Arthur - Resident Fellow in Law and Policy at the Center for Immigration Studies | From the Right: Is Trump's New Immigration Plan Reasonable?

Susan Pai - Immigration Attorney | From the Left: What's The Truth About Trump's New Immigration Plan?

Vanessa Beeley - International Investigative Journalist | UK Supports 'Protecting Christians'... While Backing Syrian Christian-Killing Terrorists

Whitney Webb - Staff Writer at Mint Press News | Jeffrey Epstein's Deep Connections to Intelligence and Political Heads


President Trump has been confronting immigration since the day he took office, creating an insurmountable divide between Republicans and Democrats. On the right, Andrew Arthur, Resident Fellow in Law and Policy at the Center for Immigration Studies, outlines history, numbers, and why Trump's plans are reasonable. Susan Pai, an immigration attorney, gives voice to the left perspective on the issue.

Syria continues to be a warzone and ignored by mainstream media. International investigative journalist, Vanessa Beeley, brings forth astounding research on the intense conflict and oppression happening right now in Syria.

New information exposing Epstein's web of disgraceful behavior is surfacing daily. Phenomenal staff writer, Whitney Webb, links big names to the scandal, with facts to back it up. She has been on all different media outlets discussing her series of Epstein articles.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan analyze the state of affairs in Europe. Guests reporting directly from the United Kingdom outline the political and economic environments throughout the continent.


Guests:

Ian Shilling - Geopolitical Analyst in the UK | Boris Johnson Trying to Ensure Brexit in Germany

Patrick Henningsen - Founder of 21stCenturyWire.com | A BoJo Brexit: The US-UK Trade Deal & His Trip to Germany

Philip Giraldi - Former CIA Case Officer | How Do Nations Use Sanctions As Political Cudgels?

Bob Schlehuber - Producer for 'By Any Means Necessary' | The Hong Kong Protests -- What Were They Like?


Boris Johnson is making moves as UK's recently appointed Prime Minister. Ian Shilling, a geopolitical analyst, and United Kingdom native, explains how the Prime Minister is attempting to align multiple governments with Brexit.

Europe has an unbelievably complex web of economic and political activity. Fault Lines regular, Patrick Henningsen, founder of 21st Century Wire and located in Europe, illustrates the positions of the top governments within the continent. Patrick also deep dives into Syria's position within the big picture.

The United States has weaponized sanctions, a warfare style that is new to many people. Philip Giraldi, former CIA case officer, understands first-hand how government agencies, especially intelligence agencies, operate. He gives us an insider perspective on the sanctions and whether the allegations of Epstein being intelligence seems legitimate.

Hong Kong protests have been massive. Producer of 'By Any Means Necessary', Bob Schlehuber, is back from China and in-studio discussing exactly what he saw. Bob was in the streets of Hong Kong with protesters.