Fault Lines

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan react to last night's first Democratic Presidential debate which saw ten hopefuls make their case to a televised audience. What were the main policies that were discussed, and were Julián Castro, Beto O'Rourke, and Cory Booker smart or not for speaking Spanish during this event?


Guests:

Annette Bosworth MD - Internal Medicine Physician & Author | What Are the Main Health Concerns for American Men?

Bob Schlehuber - Producer for 'By Any Means Necessary' | LIVE from Miami: Breaking Down Round #1 of the Democratic Presidential Debate

Michelle Esquenazi - Bail Bondswoman | Remembering Beth Chapman & The State of the Bail Bonds Industry

Whitney Webb - Staff Writer at 'Mint Press News' | US-Iran Tension & President Trump's Views on War


Oftentimes, men will put off important preventative medical care despite the potential longterm health risks. Internal Medicine Physician Annette Bosworth "aka Dr. Boz" returns to the show to give advice related to some of the major health issues facing modern men such as heart disease, prostate related problems, and various forms of cancer.

Yesterday was the first of two consecutive nights of Democratic Presidential debates which are getting the 2020 Election cycle into full swing. Bob Schlehuber, Producer for the show 'By Any Means Necessary,' joins Garland and Lee from Miami where he observed pre and post-debate activities, and together they will discuss the winners and losers of this debate, some of the most memorable moments from the night, and the role that identity politics is likely to play in this Primary Election.

Sadly, Beth Chapman, one of the stars of the show “Dog the Bounty Hunter,” passed away yesterday at the age of 51. Bail Bondswoman Michelle Esquenazi was personal friends with Chapman, and she joins Garland and Lee to talk about the legacy that Chapman leaves behind, her work in the bail bonds industry, how this industry functions, and the importance of having equal protection under the law for the underprivileged.

Recent tension between the United States and Iran has nearly escalated into serious military action, but thus far President Trump has decided against such a move. Whitney Webb, a Staff Writer at Mint Press News, returns to 'Fault Lines' for a conversation about the oil tanker and drone incidents involving the US and Iran, President Trump's views on war and the US military, the civilian impact of economic warfare, and one of Whitney's colleagues at 'Mint Press News' who was recently detained in Honduras.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan discuss their expectations for the first Democratic Presidential debates of the 2020 cycle which will take place tonight and tomorrow in Miami, Florida. Will there be major infighting between the candidates, and how should this event be approached from a strategic perspective?


Guests:

Niko House - Political Activist & Broadcast Journalist | Joe Biden's Latest Controversy and Tulsi Gabbard's Response to his Remarks

Bob Schlehuber - Producer for 'By Any Means Necessary' | LIVE from Miami: Previewing Tonight's First Democratic Presidential Debate

Ian Shilling - Geopolitical Analyst, Researcher & Blogger | Is Boris Johnson in Prime Position to Become the Next Prime Minister of the United Kingdom

Igor Lopatonok - Film Producer, Director & Author of the film ‘Ukraine on Fire’ | Igor's Upcoming film 'Revealing Ukraine' & Analysis of Events in Eastern Europe


Last week, former Vice President and 2020 Presidential candidate Joe Biden stirred up controversy by touting positive relationships he had with segregationist Senators he worked alongside in the 1970s. Garland was upset both with these remarks from Biden and how Rep. Tulsi Gabbard responded to this situation. Political Activist Niko House returns to the show to give his take on what Biden said, if Rep. Gabbard's response to Biden's remarks was appropriate, and how the public should view politicians who pander to various communities in order to receive votes.

Tonight, the Democratic Party will hold its first Presidential debate in Miami, Florida as ten of their candidates will square off against each other in the televised event. 'By Any Means Necessary' Producer Bob Schlehuber is in Miami to report on the next two days of debates, and he joins Garland and Lee on today's program to preview what to expect from the candidates taking the stage tonight, the major issues that are likely to be addressed, the importance of appearance versus policy substance for the candidates, and the likelihood that Democrats are able to defeat President Trump in the state of Florida in the 2020 General Election.

It appears likely that Boris Johnson, former Mayor of London and Foreign Secretary, will succeed Theresa May as leader of the Conservative party in the United Kingdom and become the new Prime Minister. Geopolitical Analyst Ian Shilling joins today's episode of 'Fault Lines' to discuss the chances that Johnson will move into this position, recent reports about Johnson's personal life in the British press, expectations for Brexit with the public in the UK, and how the country tends to view issues of foreign intervention.

For the final segment, Garland and Lee are joined by filmmaker Igor Lopatonok to talk about his upcoming film 'Revealing Ukraine' and some of the major interviews and details related to this new project. They also discuss the relationship between Russia and Ukraine, NATO involvement in Eastern Europe, and how the mainstream media uses propaganda in its reporting of events in this part of the world.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan discuss the new undercover videos from Project Veritas which have shed some light on Google's internal operations and how the company manipulates search content. How does tech giant Google impact real-world perceptions and views, and should you switch to a new search engine?


Guests:

Mark Sleboda - International Relations & Security Analyst | G20 Summit Preview, Trump's Summit Goals & Upcoming Election in Ukraine

Patrick Henningsen - Journalist & Founder of: 21stCenturyWire.com | US-Iran Relations, New Sanctions, Search Engine Options & Julian Assange

Danny Sjursen - Retired U.S. Army Officer and Former History Instructor at West Point | John Bolton and the Pro-War Nature of the US Political Establishment

Ali Alexander - Political Consultant | How Google Tries to Control what You See & Rep. Ilhan Omar's Unclear Marital Past


Later this week, President Trump and other world leaders will meet in Osaka, Japan for the fourteenth-ever G20 Summit. International Relations Analyst Mark Sleboda joins today's show to talk about what to watch for at this upcoming G20 Summit, how President Trump may look to use this meeting to serve his domestic political interests, the relationship between Trump and Putin, and expectations for the upcoming Parliamentary Election in Ukraine.

President Trump opted against taking retaliatory military action against Iran following the downing of a US drone, but he has instituted new sanctions against Iran furthering the divide between the two countries. Journalist Patrick Henningsen returns to 'Fault Lines' to discuss US-Iran relations and the nature of negotiations between the US and Iran. Additionally, Henningsen talks with the hosts about the different search engine and browser options available to use beyond Google, how the Mueller Report missed the mark, and the treatment of Julian Assange by various governments including the US and United Kingdom.

National Security Advisor John Bolton is one of the most hawkish members of the US foreign policy establishment, and his influence on the Trump administration has almost certainly pushed the US and Iran closer to a major military conflict. Retired U.S. Army Officer Danny Sjursen joins the program to analyze President Trump's actions towards Iran, how Trump views his authority as President of the United States, the pro-war nature of the US mainstream media, and what the American public can do to combat aggressive foreign policy actions.

For the final segment, Garland and Lee are joined by Political Consultant Ali Alexander to talk about the recent videos released by Project Veritas which showcase how tech giant Google manipulates its search algorithms and seeks to control narratives in the public discourse. Together, they will discuss if Google should be broken up into more than one company, free speech and censorship concerns on social media, and the strange story about Rep. Ilhan Omar and her past marital history.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan talk with guests from both sides of the political aisle who have recently been suspended on Twitter. What is the standard for who maintains the ability to post on social media, and is criticism of establishment narratives the common denominator in many of these situations?


Guests:

Peter Boykin - Founder of 'Gays for Trump' & Former Candidate for Statehouse in North Carolina | Twitter Censorship on the Political Right

Jamie Lovegrove - Political Reporter for the Post and Courier | Scenes from the South Carolina Democratic Party Convention

Elizabeth Beck - Miami-Based Plaintiff Lawyer | Twitter Censorship on the Political Left

Joe Lauria - Editor-in-Chief at Consortium News | Why Did Trump Call Off Military Action Against Iran?

Francis Boyle - Professor of International Law at the University of Illinois | The Danger of US-Iran Tension Continuing to Escalate & John Bolton's History


Peter Boykin, Founder of the organization 'Gays for Trump,' has had both his personal and business accounts on Twitter suspended while receiving minimal feedback from the popular Social Media company. Boykin joins today's show to talk about why he believes he has had his accounts censored on Twitter, how social media companies should be regulated regarding freedom of speech, and how this type of censorship can interfere with how individuals and businesses are able to make money.

Over the weekend, many of the 2020 Democratic Presidential hopefuls made their way to Columbia, South Carolina for the 2019 South Carolina Democratic Party Convention. Jamie Lovegrove, a Political Reporter for the Post and Courier, attended the Convention, and he returns to 'Fault Lines' to discuss how the different candidates were received by the crowd, the major issues that were discussed, demographics of Democratic Primary voters in South Carolina, and which candidates are being considered serious contenders to win the nomination.

Similar to Peter Boykin, but on the other side of the political aisle, Miami-Based Plaintiff Lawyer Elizabeth Beck has also had her personal Twitter account recently suspended. Beck joins the show to talk about the vague nature of the rules and terms of service on social media sites, how these companies work in tandem with the government to control speech, how criticism of some politicians is okay but not of others, and the status of the lawsuit against the DNC regarding the 2016 Democratic Primary election.

Following the downing of an unmanned US drone by Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps, President Trump nearly took retaliatory military action against Iran but opted against such a move just minutes before a strike was set to occur. Joe Lauria, Editor-in-Chief at Consortium News, joins Garland and Lee to discuss why Trump decided against taking this military action, Mike Pence and John Bolton's roles in the foreign policy decision making of the Trump administration, and why paying attention to mainstream media reporting can be useful for understanding what the government wants the public to believe about certain events.

For the final segment, the hosts are joined by Francis Boyle, a Professor of International Law at the University of Illinois, for a conversation about the current US-Iran dynamic and how the Trump administration has been handling recent events involving the two countries. They also talk about John Bolton's career history and understanding of foreign policy, how close the US and Iran just came to starting a major military conflict, and the dangerous potential implications if tensions continue to escalate.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan talk about Facebook's new cryptocurrency coin, Libra, and the different companies who are backing this project. Is Mark Zuckerberg's latest endeavor a positive for the public, or is it a means to gathering more private information and controlling what people are able to purchase?


Guests:

Teodrose Fikre - Co-Founder and Former Editor of GhionJournal.com & Current Chair of Ethiopians for Constitutional Monarchy | Democracy in the US and Political Representation

Medea Benjamin - Co-Founder of Code Pink | US-Iran Tension Continues to Build

Michael Krieger - Founder of LibertyBlitzkrieg.com | Facebook's Libra Cryptocurrency and Mark Zuckerberg's Plans

Tom Luongo - Geopolitical Analyst and Publisher of the Gold Goats 'n Guns Newsletter | Analyzing the US-Iran Situation, Global Economics & Facebook's Libra Cryptocurrency


Distrust in politicians and frustration with the US political system is evident among a large percentage of the American public. Writer and Political Analyst Teodrose Fikre joins Garland and Lee in-studio to discuss the nature of modern democracy in the US, why so many people feel poorly represented by their elected officials, and the current foreign policy goals of President Trump and the top officials in his administration.

The recent downing of a US drone by Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps has brought the Trump administration closer to taking military action against Iran. Medea Benjamin, Co-Founder of Code Pink, returns to 'Fault Lines' for a conversation about growing tension between the US and Iran, the influence of America's allies in the Middle East, how the public can mobilize against a potential war before it occurs, and the significance of the group known as the MEK and its connections to the US political system.

Facebook's new cryptocurrency, Libra, could disrupt various economic markets depending on how it grows and is accepted by different companies. Michael Krieger, the Founder of LibertyBlitzkrieg.com, joins today's program to talk about the longterm purpose of Facebook's Libra coin, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg's personal character, how people can be controlled by shutting down their speech and/or purchasing power, and the status of the global financial system.

For the final two segments, Garland and Lee are joined by Geopolitical Analyst Tom Luongo to discuss the current dynamic between the United States and Iran, the likelihood that the Trump administration takes military action against Iran, and the potential global economic ramifications of such a conflict. Additionally, they talk about the strength of China's economy, Facebook's Libra cryptocurrency, and how much faith the American people have in their public institutions.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan discuss the adversarial relationship between the United States and Iran which has now been further inflamed as Iran has shot down a US drone. Has this event and the recent oil tanker incident brought a potential major military conflict between the two countries closer?


Guests:

Stephen Lendman - Writer and Geopolitical Analyst | US-Iran Tension Continues to Rise

Alexander Mercouris - Editor-in-Chief at TheDuran.com | The Race for UK Prime Minister, Trade Disputes & Julian Assange's Legal Situation

Annette Bosworth M.D. - Internal Medicine Physician & Author | Tips for Staying Healthy when Traveling

Natalie McGill - Comedian and Correspondent on Redacted Tonight | Law Enforcement Officers Making Inappropriate Comments on Social Media


Tension between the United States and Iran continues to rise, and the downing of a US drone near the Strait of Hormuz is the latest event to highlight this strained relationship. Writer and Geopolitical Analyst Stephen Lendman joins today's show to talk about this drone incident, what happened with the oil tankers in the region last week, and how senior members of the Trump administration view the situation between the US and Iran.

With Theresa May out as Prime Minster of the United Kingdom, one of the main contenders to move into this position is Boris Johnson, who was Mayor of London from 2008-2016. Alexander Mercouris, Editor-in-Chief at TheDuran.com, returns to 'Fault Lines' to discuss the battle for Prime Minster in the UK, ongoing trade disputes between the United States and China, European Union trade and diplomatic relations with Iran, and the charges Julian Assange is facing from the US Department of Justice.

Spending significant time traveling, especially by plane, can present a number of health challenges including the possibility of acquiring an illness. Internal Medicine Physician Dr. Annette Bosworth "aka Dr Boz" joins the hosts for a discussion about how to stay in good health when traveling, the potential impacts of sleep deprivation, how temperature changes can effect the body, and if fasting is a smart option to consider when taking trips.

For the final segment, Natalie McGill, a Correspondent on Redacted Tonight, returns to the program to talk about the issue of law enforcement officers making racially charged and offensive comments on social media. How should agencies hold their officers accountable when such remarks are uncovered, and do social media companies have a responsibility to get involved in these situations as well?

On this episode of Fault Lines, host Garland Nixon is joined by his co-host Lee Stranahan from Orlando, Florida after attending last night's kick-off rally for President Trump's 2020 re-election campaign. What did Lee observe at the event, what did attendees say about Trump's time in office thus far, and how did the crowd react to Trump's remarks?


Guests:

Ted Rall - Political Cartoonist & Syndicated Columnist | Does Style Dominate Substance in Modern Politics?

Phil Giraldi - Former CIA Case Officer and Army Intelligence Officer | Is the United States Stuck in a State of Perpetual War?

Elbert Guillory - Former State Senator from Louisiana | How will the 2020 Presidential Election Differ from the 2016 Election Cycle?

Ryan Cristián - Founder and Editor of The Last American Vagabond | US Tension with Iran, Venezuela Update & Big Tech Censorship


Despite the impact that elected government officials have on the way that society functions, style and tone seem to be more important for many voters than actual substance and the implementation of specific policies. Political Cartoonist Ted Rall returns to 'Fault Lines' to discuss the importance of personality in our current political system, how mainstream media ratings increase when political matchups are framed around clashing personalities, and how identity politics impact voter preferences.

There seems to be no end in sight for the United States being engaged in constant overseas military conflicts. Former CIA Case Officer Phil Giraldi joins today's show to talk about how big-money interests influence American foreign policy, the legitimate military threats to the US, growing tension between the US and Iran, and the main foreign policy priorities of the Trump administration.

The 2016 Presidential Election cycle was memorable on many fronts, and President Trump's bid to win a second term in the 2020 race is sure to produce another series of notable events. Elbert Guillory, a Former State Senator from Louisiana, returns to the program to discuss how the 2020 election cycle will likely differ from 2016, President Trump's chances for re-election, and how the crowded Democratic Primary could play out.

For the final two segments, Ryan Cristián, Founder and Editor of The Last American Vagabond, joins the show to provide analysis on the recent oil tanker incident near the Strait of Hormuz, the US-Israel foreign policy alliance, and the nature of recent US actions in Venezuela. Cristián also gives his thoughts on the increasing censorship and algorithm manipulation on YouTube and the significance of Facebook's new currency.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan talk about the role that both the FBI and CIA played in the 2016 election and how the cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike relates to these events. What was the nature of surveillance over the Trump campaign, and what proof is there to support claims of "hacked" DNC emails?


Guests:

Andrei Nekrasov - Writer and Director of the film, 'The Magnitsky Act. Behind the Scenes' | Natalia Veselnitskaya Gets Her Twitter Account Suspended

Ray McGovern - Former CIA Officer & Political Activist | Crowdstrike, the FBI, CIA & the 2016 Election

Joel Segal - Former Congressional Staffer | Poverty in the United States and How Candidates are Addressing the Issue

Tim Canova - Law Professor & Former Candidate for Congress in Florida | Florida's Importance in the 2020 Presidential Election & Democratic Debate Preview


Natalia Veselnitskaya, the Russian Lawyer who attended the oft-cited June 2016 Trump Tower meeting, has had her Twitter account suspended. Andrei Nekrasov, Writer and Director of the film, 'The Magnitsky Act. Behind the Scenes,' joins the show to talk about what Veselnitskaya has been reporting on recently, why she is a danger to certain narratives surrounding RussiaGate, and how Andrei's film has been targeted and censored repeatedly in the past.

The surveillance of candidate Donald Trump and members of his 2016 campaign staff have highlighted the power that government agencies and certain high-ranking bureaucrats have to track the activities of different political figures. Former CIA Officer Ray McGovern joins today's episode of 'Fault Lines' for a conversation about how the CIA and "Deep State" operate, former CIA Director John Brennan's history, how the media promoted the RussiaGate saga, and the relationship the cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike had with both the DNC and FBI.

Yesterday, several Democratic candidates for President in 2020 spoke at an event in Washington DC that was hosted by the organization known as 'The Poor People’s Campaign.' Former Congressional Staffer Joel Segal returns to the show to discuss the issue of poverty in the United States, the political agency of citizens living below the poverty line, and how the Democratic Presidential candidates could deal with the issue of income inequality should they defeat President Trump in the 2020 election.

For the final segment, the hosts are joined by Tim Canova, a Law Professor & Former Candidate for Congress in Florida, for a discussion about the importance of Florida in past Presidential elections and the role it could play in determining who wins the Presidency in 2020. Canova also previews the first round of Democratic Presidential debates and what we should expect to hear from the the candidates on the debate stage.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan discuss how individuals and media outlets can face financial hardship by publishing information that challenges traditional establishment narratives. Is the treatment of Julian Assange deterring true journalism, and how is social media censorship putting some out of business?


Guests:

Patrick Henningsen - Journalist & Founder of: 21stCenturyWire.com | The Implications of Assange's Legal Charges & Media Smear Campaigns

Alex Krainer - Author of "Grand Deception: The Browder Hoax" | How and Why the US-Russia Relationship has been Worsened

Jim Hoft - Founder of TheGatewayPundit.com | Online Censorship and Independent Media Outlets being Financially Targeted


Depending on how the Department of Justice's legal case against WikiLeaks Founder Julian Assange proceeds, there could be major implications for the future of journalism and those who choose to publish government information. Journalist Patrick Henningsen returns to 'Fault Lines' to discuss Assange's importance to modern-day journalism, the effectiveness of the media campaign which has sought to smear Assange's reputation, how the global weapons-sales industry functions, and President Trump's understanding of different international events and conflicts.

The tense relationship between the United States and Russia has been further inflamed by certain prominent individuals, such as Bill Browder, who have had an adversarial past with the Russian government. Alex Krainer, Author of "Grand Deception: The Browder Hoax," joins today's show to discuss some of the causes of escalating tensions between the United States and Russia, Bill Browder's close relationship with the media and major political players, how Browder's political relevance is viewed by his allies, and the ongoing public relations campaign being waged against Russia.

Major Silicon Valley tech firms such as Google and Facebook continue to push the public towards mainstream news sources as more alternative media outlets get squeezed out of the market. Jim Hoft, Founder of TheGatewayPundit.com, has faced censorship with his website's content, and he joins the hosts to talk about how a number of independent publishers have already been put out of business, how advertisers and activist groups are contributing to this trend, why some people are applauding their political opponents being shut down, and how opposition to government narratives can make one a target for censorship.

On this episode of Fault Lines, hosts Garland Nixon and Lee Stranahan discuss how increasing online censorship is limiting the scope of views that are available to the public to help them understand what is happening in the news. What should people do to avoid being manipulated by the media, and how is social media influencing what people see?


Guests:

Dr. Piers Robinson - Co-Director of the Organization for Propaganda Studies | Understanding Propaganda and the Manipulation of Opinions

Mark Sleboda - International Relations & Security Analyst | Analyzing Yesterday's Oil Tanker Attacks in the Strait of Hormuz

Tom Luongo - Geopolitical Analyst and Publisher of the Gold Goats 'n Guns Newsletter | YouTube Censorship and the Controlling of Speech


The inability of modern-day mainstream media outlets to accurately report on major global events and critically analyze official government narratives has made understanding the news more difficult for members of the public. Dr. Piers Robinson, Co-Director of the Organization for Propaganda Studies, joins today's show to talk about the information that has been revealed by the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) about events in Syria, the systemic problem with propaganda and the manipulation of opinions, the importance of questioning mainstream media reporting, and why the public needs to become more engaged with questioning major domestic and world events.

Yesterday, a pair of oil tankers sailing near the Strait of Hormuz were attacked in what appears to be a series of bombings, but fortunately zero casualties have been reported. International Relations Analyst Mark Sleboda returns to 'Fault Lines' to provide analysis on this incident, how both US and Russian media have reported on this story, and the history of provocative actions being done in a deceptive manner to try to bring about a major military conflict.

For the final two segments of the show, Garland and Lee are joined by Geopolitical Analyst Tom Luongo for a discussion about recent censorship and demonetization actions taken by YouTube and how Silicon Valley tech firms such as Google are attempting to set the standard for what is considered appropriate speech. How are ambiguous terms of service being used to deplatform certain individuals, how can major events be used to enact more censorship, and how is this trend pushing content creators into using new outlets?