Fault Lines

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan focus on United States domestic policy. President Trump seems to be backpedaling on his gun law proposal and corporate media is still sewing division.


Guests:

Ford Fischer - Independent Journalist and Founder of News2Share.com | Portland Protests Go... Bananas?

Carmine Sabia - Writer and Managing Editor at TheFederalistPapers.org | Is Trump Reversing his Position on Guns?

Gareth Porter - Investigative Historian and Journalist | 'Russia Didn't Hack the U.S.'... Says the States!

Wilmer Leon - Host of 'The Critical Hour' on Radio Sputnik | The Epstein Story is MUCH Deeper Than Corporate Media's Telling


Raw footage journalist, Ford Fischer, got right in the middle of the action at the latest Proud Boys protest in Portland, Oregon. The demonstration put Antifa on the brink of being labeled an "organization of terror" by President Trump, so Ford Fischer outlines each group's ideology.

Republicans and Democrats are revving up the "gun laws" issue. Our conservative guest, Carmine Sabia, managing editor at The Federalist Papers, is certainly in favor of some adjustments, so long as the right to bear arms remains.

As we move deeper into the campaigning season, the media continues to push implications regarding the integrity of the voting system. Investigative historian, Gareth Porter, discusses his point-blank article, "U.S. States: We Weren't Hacked by Russians in 2016."

Jeffrey Epstein is still at the top of the news cycle, mainly because the story does not add up. Sputnik's very own, Dr. Wilmer Leon, host of 'The Critical Hour', directly addresses corporate media's attempt to distract and divide.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan examine the massive protest in Hong Kong. Sputnik's Bob Schlehuber is on the ground covering the demonstration.


Guests:

Dominic Carter - Reporter for Verizon Fios in New York | Investigating the Unsealed Epstein Documents

Bob Schlehuber - Producer for 'By Any Means Necessary' | Live from Hong Kong's Explosive Protests

Dr. Jane Ruby - Author and Neuroscientist | Is Israel Right to Block American Citizens?

Ariel Gold - National Co-Director at Code Pink | Is Israel Wrong to Block American Citizens?

Nicole Roussell - Producer for 'Loud and Clear' | What Was the Climate at the Proud Boys Protest in Portland?

Pearse Redmond - Host of 'Porkins Policy Radio' | International Intrigue with Prince Andrew and Jeff Epstein



As the Jeffrey Epstein narrative continues, Verizon Fios reporter, Dominic Carter, questions the validity of the suicide ruling. As a New York journalist, Dominic is very familiar with the facility where Epstein was held.

Israel sparring with Representatives Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib has amplified tensions. In this fiery segment, author, Dr. Jane Ruby and national co-director at Code Pink, Ariel Gold, give us a strong right and strong left perspective, respectively, on the appropriateness of Prime Minister Netanyahu and President Trump's behaviors.

There are protests happening all over the world, simultaneously. Bob Schlehuber, producer of 'By Any Means Necessary,' shares live audio from the streets of Hong Kong. Over the weekend, Portland, Oregon hosted an alt-right, Proud Boys demonstration and Antifa turned out. 'Loud and Clear' producer Nicole Roussell attended the event and reports what she experienced.

Lately, Pearse Redmond, host of Porkins Policy Radio, has focused his journalism on Jeffrey Epstein's affiliates. Pearse shares his findings and begins piecing together the big picture, contributing to Lee Stranahan and Whitney Webb's research.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Lee Stranahan and Garland Nixon discuss the Israeli government's decision to block Congresswomen Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib from entering the country. Subsequently, Israel announced that Rep. Tlaib will be permitted to enter Israel to visit her elderly grandmother, but the initial ban has sparked outrage.


Guests:

Teodrose Fikre - Co-Founder of GhionJournal.com & Chair of 'Ethiopians for Constitutional Monarchy' | Increasing Awareness About Mental Health Issues

Tom Luongo - Geopolitical Analyst and Publisher of the Gold Goats 'n Guns Newsletter | US Economy Fluctuations & Media Coverage of Jeffrey Epstein's Death


Oftentimes, there is a stigma associated with mental illness that makes individuals dealing with mental health issues unwilling to talk about their personal challenges and to seek professional help. Writer and Political Commentator Teodrose Fikre joins the hosts in-studio for a conversation about the importance of increasing awareness about mental health issues, why mental illness is considered a taboo topic, how improvements in technology have impacted society, and how depression/social anxiety can effect how people function.

For the final two segments, Geopolitical Analyst Tom Luongo joins the show to discuss recent volatility in the financial markets and the current stability of the US economy. They also delve into how President Trump's economic advisors influence his policy making decisions and the correlation between Trump's words and fluctuations in the financial markets. Additionally, they talk about some of the key details from Jeffrey Epstein's past and how the media has reported on Epstein's death.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Lee Stranahan and Garland Nixon discuss the trend of young males committing mass shootings and analyze what may be causing individuals to commit these atrocities. Are feelings of isolation, alienation, and anger towards women major contributors, and how can society work to address these issues?


Guests:

Ted Rall - Political Cartoonist & Syndicated Columnist | How is Societal Alienation Contributing to the Mass Shooting Epidemic

Dr. Bosworth - Internal Medicine Physician & Author | Health Q&A: Inflammation, Keto Diet, Sugar Intake & Nerve Problems

Niko House - Political Activist & Broadcast Journalist | Tulsi Gabbard's Deployment, Democratic Presidential Primary & Chris Cuomo's Viral Outburst

Mark Frost - Economist and Professor | The "Inverted Yield Curve" and Potential for an Economic Recession

Natalie McGill - Comedian and Correspondent on 'Redacted Tonight' | Monsanto's Operations and Its Media Strategy


The rise in deadly mass shootings has the American public looking for answers as to what the underlying causes are that drive these events to occur. Political Cartoonist & Syndicated Columnist Ted Rall joins the hosts for a discussion about the psychological state of mass shooters, how anger and isolation impact young men, if hatred of women contributes to these killings, and how society can better ensure that young men successfully transition into adulthood.

Later in the program, Internal Medicine Physician Annette Bosworth takes questions from Garland, Lee, and multiple callers about a variety of health and medical related issues. Dr. Bosworth addresses the topics of sciatic nerve trouble, the ketogenic diet, pain related to inflammation, and controlling sugar intake as she gives her advice on how to deal with these different situations.

Presidential candidate Tulsi Gabbard is stepping away from her campaign for two weeks while she travels to Indonesia as a member of the Army National Guard. Niko House, a Political Activist & Broadcast Journalist, returns to 'Fault Lines' to discuss Gabbard's deployment and history serving in the military and how American troops and veterans are treated by the government. They also talk about recent Presidential poll results, the upcoming Democratic Presidential debates, and CNN anchor Chris Cuomo's viral public confrontation.

Reports of an "inverted yield curve" have sparked concerns about a potential recession and led to a major financial market downturn yesterday. Economist and Professor Mark Frost joins the show to explain the significance of the yield curve, how short and long-term perceptions of investors impact markets, and the current trajectory of the US economy.

For the final segment, Garland and Lee are joined by Natalie McGill, a Comedian and Correspondent on the show 'Redacted Tonight.' Together they discuss how she prepares content for 'Redacted Tonight' and why the program is produced in front of a live audience. They also talk about some of the questionable actions taken by the company Monsanto and how its media strategies/public relations efforts have sought to control narratives about the company's history.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Lee Stranahan and Garland Nixon discuss how President Trump's administration has approached different foreign policy hotspots and the influence Trump's advisors have had on these decisions. Will Democrats attempt to "out-hawk" Trump in the 2020 Election, and would doing so be a strategy doomed for failure?


Guests:

Mark Sleboda - International Relations & Security Analyst | Comparing Protests in Hong Kong to Others Around the World

Kit Klarenberg - Investigative Journalist w/ Sputnik News | The Skripal Case, Julian Assange's Treatment & Jeffrey Epstein's Past

Daniel Lazare - Journalist & Author | The US Foreign Policy Establishment and Its Pro-Interventionist Actions

Danny Sjursen - Retired U.S. Army Officer and Former History Instructor at West Point | The Influence of President Trump's Foreign Policy Advisors & US Relations with Middle East Countries

Bob Schlehuber - Producer for 'By Any Means Necessary' | What Voters Were Saying About Trump and the Democrats at the Iowa State Fair


Protests in Hong Kong have escalated in recent days to the point that the extremely busy Hong Kong International Airport was flooded with protesters and flights had to be cancelled. International Relations Analyst Mark Sleboda joins the hosts to talk about the situation in Hong Kong, how these protests compare to past protests in countries such as Russia and Iran, and how the political situation in Ukraine has been evolving for the country's new President, Volodymyr Zelensky.

Later in the show, Investigative Journalist Kit Klarenberg returns to discuss several important stories including the Skripal case in the United Kingdom, the treatment of WikiLeaks Founder Julian Assange, and details about Jeffrey Epstein. What are some of the irregularities in media reports about what happened to Sergei and Yulia Skripal, how have different media outlets contributed to Assange's current legal problems, and what are some of the strangest details about Epstein's personal and professional past?

The US foreign policy establishment has created tension in several regions of the world due to aggressive pro-interventionist actions and rhetoric. Journalist & Author Daniel Lazare joins today's episode of 'Fault Lines' to discuss how the ruling class tends to operate in a war mongering manner, the stability of various governments in the Middle East, the current anti-Trump political strategy of many Democrats, and the glaring holes in the Mueller Report.

President Trump has expressed anti-war views in the past, however many of his closest foreign policy advisors tend to pull him in the opposite direction. Retired U.S. Army Officer Danny Sjursen talks with the hosts about how Trump's foreign policy is influenced by his inner circle, US relations with Middle Eastern countries such as Saudi Arabia, Afghanistan, Syria, and Iran, and what will happen in the 2020 Presidential Election if the Democrats run a foreign policy hawk against President Trump.

For the final segment, Garland and Lee are joined in-studio by Bob Schlehuber, Producer for 'By Any Means Necessary,' to talk about his experience at the Iowa State Fair and how attendees at the event reacted to different Democratic Presidential candidates and President Trump's performance thus far in the White House. What were some of the thoughts expressed by voters about jobs and the economy, and which candidates seemed to resonate best with the crowd?

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Lee Stranahan and Garland Nixon talk in-studio with Rabbi Yaakov Shapiro about the evolution of political Zionism and how this ideology differs from traditional religious Judaism. What is the relationship between Israel and the Jewish population worldwide, and who/what defines the nature of Jewish identity?


Guests:

Cynthia McKinney - Former Member of Congress | Religious Conflicts and Border Disputes in India, Pakistan and Myanmar

Michael Krieger - Founder of LibertyBlitzkrieg.com | Thoughts on Jeffrey Epstein's Death and Media Efforts to Control Narratives

Rabbi Yaakov Shapiro - Speaker & Author | Zionism, Jewish Identity, and the Politics of Israel


Religious and political tension in Southern Asian countries including India, Pakistan, and Myanmar could escalate into increasingly violent situations if leaders in this region are unable to control these disputes. Former Member of Congress Cynthia McKinney returns to the show to breakdown the details related to these different conflicts, the views of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan, and what could happen if border battles and religious hostility in this region become further inflamed.

The death of Jeffrey Epstein has been viewed by many as an unsurprising event given Epstein's sordid history and the damaging information he likely knew about certain powerful individuals. Michael Krieger, Founder of LibertyBlitzkrieg.com, joins the hosts for a conversation about the details surrounding Epstein's death and how media reports about Epstein have evolved in recent years. They also discuss the current whereabouts of Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein's association with Les Wexner, how the public is reacting to Epstein's death, and where the Epstein case goes from here.

For the final two segments, Garland and Lee are joined in-studio by Speaker & Author Rabbi Yaakov Shapiro for a discussion about the topics of political Zionism and the foundational tenants of the Jewish religion. Together they go in detail about the history of Zionism, the nature of Jewish identity, and conflicts between the Jewish religion and how the country of Israel operates politically.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Lee Stranahan and Garland Nixon discuss the death of Jeffrey Epstein and the reporting that has occurred in the wake of this event. Why are reports that Epstein committed suicide raising eyebrows, and how has the mainstream media sought to control narratives surrounding Epstein's death?


Guests:

Bob Schlehuber - Producer for 'By Any Means Necessary' | Democratic Presidential Candidates Make Pitch to Voters at Iowa State Fair

Patrick Henningsen - Journalist & Founder of: 21stCenturyWire.com | Details Surrounding the Death of Jeffrey Epstein

Whitney Webb - Staff Writer at MintPressNews.com | Jeffrey Epstein's Death and Media Efforts to Control the Narrative


Over the weekend, several Democratic Presidential candidates travelled to Des Moines, Iowa to attend the Iowa State Fair in an effort to increase their support in the state that will kick off the Presidential Primary season next February. Bob Schlehuber, Producer for 'By Any Means Necessary,' covered this weekend's events at the Iowa State Fair, and he joins Garland and Lee on today's show to discuss how the public responded to different candidates, the issues that resonate most with Democratic voters in Iowa, and the importance of the Iowa Caucuses in the Presidential nomination process.

News reports broke on Saturday morning that Jeffrey Epstein had died after being found unresponsive in his prison cell at the Metropolitan Correctional Center in Manhattan, New York. The death has been ruled by official sources as a suicide. Patrick Henningsen, Journalist & Founder of 21stCenturyWire.com, returns to the program to talk with the hosts about the details surrounding Epstein's death, the reactions to this story from different elements of the media, theories and stories that went viral following Epstein's death, and who some of Epstein's highest profile connections were.

For the final two segments, Garland and Lee are joined by MintPressNews.com Staff Writer Whitney Webb for a discussion about Jeffrey Epstein's death and some of the disinformation that has recently been floating in the media related to Epstein. They also talk about if Ghislaine Maxwell be criminally pursued, Epstein's connections to the intelligence community, details about Epstein's death, and media efforts to control narratives surrounding Jeffrey Epstein and his past.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Lee Stranahan and Garland Nixon discuss how the 'White Helmets' in Syria have used professional-level video production to create impactful images to further certain narratives in war-torn areas. Why has this tactic been relatively effective, and what role do these videos serve in an overall propaganda strategy?


Guests:

Andrew Spannaus - Author of the Book: Original Sins. Globalization, Populism, and the Six Contradictions of the European Union | RussiaGate's Political Impact Outside of the United States

Dr. Lakisha Jenkins - Registered Herbalist & Founding President of the 'California Cannabis Industry Association' | Can Marijuana Help to Treat Anxiety and Depression?

Vanessa Beeley - Investigative Journalist | How have the 'White Helmets' Impacted Views on Events in Syria?

Jason Goodman of 'CrowdSource the Truth' | How is Alan Dershowitz Connected to Jeffrey Epstein?

Bob Schlehuber - Producer for 'By Any Means Necessary' | Democratic Presidential Candidates Travel to the Midwest for the Iowa State Fair


While RussiaGate and anti-Russian narratives have had a major impact on the political climate in the United States, RussiaGate-connected stories have also left their mark on different countries around the world. Italian-based Journalist and Author Andrew Spannaus returns to the program to discuss how RussiaGate has impacted Italy's internal politics, Italy's current relationships with the United States, European Union, and Russia, the purpose of the organization known as the 'Integrity Initiative,' and how populist movements have been exploited by different elements of the political establishment.

Some people believe that responsibly using cannabis products is a superior option for treating anxiety and depression compared to many of the prescription drugs currently used for these conditions. Dr. Lakisha Jenkins, the Founding President of the 'California Cannabis Industry Association,' joins the hosts to talk about what she views as some of the medical benefits of marijuana, legal challenges surrounding cannabis-related issues, and the relationship between the cannabis industry and large pharmaceutical companies.

The group referred to as the 'White Helmets' has been instrumental in shaping public opinion about events in Syria. Investigative Journalist Vanessa Beeley has covered the 'White Helmets' in great detail, and she joins today's episode of 'Fault Lines' to talk about how this group operates, some of its prominent members, how their video footage functions as war propaganda, and the ways in which their videos have been used by the Western mainstream media.

Prominent lawyer Alan Dershowitz has been under a great deal of scrutiny in recent weeks because of his association with Jeffrey Epstein, who is currently in prison. Jason Goodman of 'CrowdSource the Truth' interviewed Dershowitz earlier this year, and he joins the show to talk about what he learned during his interview with Dershowitz, the connection between Dershowitz and Epstein, and what this could all mean from a legal perspective.

For the final segment, Garland and Lee are joined by 'By Any Means Necessary' Producer Bob Schlehuber who is in Des Moines, Iowa to cover the Iowa State Fair which is being attended by many of the Democratic Presidential candidates. Together, the hosts talk with Schlehuber about the political significance of the Iowa State Fair, the different candidates who will be in attendance, and the importance of having a strong grassroots ground-game to succeed in next February's Iowa Caucuses.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Lee Stranahan and Garland Nixon talk with Internal Medicine Physician Annette Bosworth about how to deal with issues of anxiety and steps to take for improving daily life. Later the hosts discuss the positives and negatives of medication for anxiety/depression and if these should be considered safe to use.


Guests:

Stephen Lendman - Writer and Geopolitical Analyst | US-Venezuela Relations & The Trajectory of US Foreign Policy

Dr. Bosworth - Internal Medicine Physician & Author | Understanding and Dealing with Issues of Anxiety

Ted Rall - Political Cartoonist & Syndicated Columnist | Why Congress Fails to Enact Meaningful Legislation

Ryan Cristián - Founder and Editor of 'The Last American Vagabond' | Are Anxiety/Depression Drugs Dangerous & Are "Pre-Crime" Laws on the Horizon?


The United States government has been aggressively targeting the economy of Venezuela in an effort to put pressure on President Nicolás Maduro to step down from his position. Writer and Geopolitical Analyst Stephen Lendman returns to the show for a discussion about US-Venezuela relations, past US foreign policy involvement in Syria and Iraq, and how Presidential candidates tend to posture about policies they will implement with regards to international events should they win the Presidency.

Problems related to anxiety can have major negative impacts on an individual's life and how they function on a day-to-day basis. Internal Medicine Physician Annette Bosworth joins today's episode of 'Fault Lines' to inform listeners about some of the symptoms of anxiety, why diagnosing anxiety can be challenging even for medical professionals, and things that can cause anxiety to worsen. She also gives advice for how to improve anxiety issues, manage neurotic thinking patterns, and to talk about how meditation can benefit those living with anxiety.

Every election cycle candidates for Congress campaign to the American people about the policies and various types of legislation they will work to pass should they be elected to office. Despite these campaign promises, Congress rarely seems to take action on major issues. Political Cartoonist Ted Rall joins the hosts to discuss the prevalence of this trend, how big money interests direct the Congressional agenda, and how the American public gets exploited throughout this process.

For the final two segments, Garland and Lee are joined by Ryan Cristián, Founder and Editor of 'The Last American Vagabond,' for a conversation about the pros and cons of taking medication to treat depression/anxiety and the connection between some of these prescription drugs and high rates of suicide. They also discuss the concept of "pre-crime" style laws becoming a reality, how the government may look to define some ideas as dangerous, and why certain political beliefs might become associated with violent behavior.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Lee Stranahan and Garland Nixon discuss how certain aspects of internet and gaming culture shape the modern world and the ways in which some people interact in their day-to-day lives. Are concerns about these communities overblown, or can these groups be fairly connected to violent real-world events?


Guests:

Kit Klarenberg - Investigative Journalist w/ 'Sputnik News' | Delving Into 'Cambridge Analytica' and its History

Pat Ryan - Artificial Intelligence Warfare Specialist | Online Influence Operations & Analyzing the Gaming Community/Internet Forums

Whitney Webb - Staff Writer at Mint Press News | Understanding Jeffrey Epstein's Connections & Mass Surveillance Operations


The political consulting data company 'Cambridge Analytica' gained notoriety in 2018 following public reports about its involvement and business association with Donald Trump's 2016 Presidential Campaign. Kit Klarenberg, an Investigative Journalist with 'Sputnik News,' joins today's show to discuss the business practices of Cambridge Analytica, prominent individuals within the organization, some of their high-profile clients, and Steve Bannon's connection to the firm.

Recent mass shootings have led some to focus on how certain websites and online forums, such as 8chan, along with the culture surrounding violent video games could relate to these deadly events. Pat Ryan, a Specialist in Artificial Intelligence Warfare, joins Garland and Lee in-studio to talk about the history of "chan" forums and websites, the demonization of gamers by the mainstream media, and if connections should be made between mass shootings and online gaming/forums. They also discuss the history of GamerGate, how followers can be purchased on Social Media, and Steve Bannon's history with the gaming community.

For the final two segments, Garland and Lee are joined by MintPressNews.com Staff Writer Whitney Webb to continue delving into Jeffrey Epstein's connections and the history of sexual blackmail operations involving organized crime groups and the global intelligence community. This includes analyzing the importance of Epstein's associations with Les Wexner, Ghislaine Maxwell, and others. They also discuss the nature of mass surveillance being used against everyday citizens and the prevalence of these surveillance operations.