The Backstory

Mitch Roschelle: Media Commentator and Finance Expert.
Daniel McAdams: Executive Director of the Ron Paul Institute for Peace and Prosperity.
Esteban Carrillo: Journalist and Editor of The Cradle.
Mark Sleboda: International Relations and Security Analyst.

In the first hour, media commentator and finance expert Mitch Roschelle shed light on the AT&T data leak, affecting millions of people.

Then, executive director of the Ron Paul Institute for Peace and Prosperity Daniel McAdams delved into the potential congressional mutiny against Speaker of the House Mike Johnson over his handling of the Ukraine aid bill.

In the second hour, journalist and editor of The Cradle Esteban Carrillo discussed the Israeli military operation in northern Gaza, particularly focusing on the situation at the Al-Shifa Hospital. He would then discuss the alleged Israeli attack on the Iranian consulate in Damascus, Syria.

Lastly, international relations and security analyst Mark Sleboda addressed Russia's extradition request to Ukraine for their top spy chief, concerning a series of terrorist attacks.

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Andrii Telizhenko: Former Ukrainian Diplomat and Whistleblower

Koffi Kouakou: Geopolitical Analyst

Elijah Magnier: Veteran War Correspondent

Armen Kurdian: Political Commentator

In the first hour, Andrii Telizhenko discussed Ukraine's alleged link to the terrorists behind the Moscow concert hall terrorist attack.

Later in the hour, Koffi Kouakou highlighted the new Senegalese leader's demand for France's withdrawal from his nation, along with an update on Niger and Mali.

In the second hour, Elijah Magnier provided insights into Israel's massive assault on Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria.

Lastly, Armen Kurdian discussed Donald Trump's trial in the Fulton County Court of Georgia, particularly focusing on his attempts to get District Attorney Fani Willis removed from the case.

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In the first hour, Daniel Lazare, constitutionalist and independent journalist, discussed Biden's $25 million fundraiser with celebrities and two former presidents, contrasting it with Trump's diversion of fundraising money from the RNC to legal bills.

Later in the hour, Mark Sleboda, international relations and security analyst, addressed Russia's claim of having proof that Ukraine was behind the terrorist attack at the Moscow concert hall that killed over 140 people.

In the second hour, Steve Gill, lawyer and political commentator, analyzed the implications of the Baltimore bridge collapse on US trade.

Rachel would conclude the final hour by hosting Angie Wong, journalist and co-host of The Final Countdown, who highlighted Trump's case in Georgia's Fulton County Court as it resumed on Thursday.

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In the first hour, political commentator and host of 360 View Scottie Nell Hughes discussed Hunter Biden's push to throw out his tax case and Trump's ongoing legal drama.

Later in the hour, executive director of the Ron Paul Institute for Peace and Prosperity Daniel McAdams spoke to Rachel about RFK Jr.'s new VP choice, Nicole Shanahan.

In the final hour, international relations and security analyst Mark Sleboda spoke about the Russian FSB chief's accusation that Ukraine, the UK, and the US were behind the Moscow concert hall terrorist attack.

Lastly, journalist and editor of The Cradle Esteban Carrillo discussed the failed ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas in Doha.

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In the first hour, political commentator and radio host Misty Winston provided insights into the British authorities' decision to put Julian Assange's extradition to the US on hold.

Ajay Pallegar, a Criminal Defense Attorney and Political Commentator, delved into former President Donald Trump's recent legal victory, discussing the court ruling to delay his bond payment and reduce the amount.

In the final hour, Francis Anthony Boyle, professor of international law at the University of Illinois, discussed the UN Security Council's passage of a ceasefire resolution in Gaza.

Finally, journalist Fiorella Isabel analyzed the accusations made by the Russian FSB, implicating Ukraine, the US, and the UK in the terrorist attack at a Moscow concert hall.

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Rachel opened Monday's show with a discussion regarding Donald Trump's bond hearing, which saw the former President receive a postponement in its due date and significant decrease in the amount. The show was joined by lawyer and president of the Phyllis Schlafly Eagles Ed Martin who provided the legal analysis of the decision.

The show was then joined by independent jpurnalist Robert Inlakesh, who discussed the UN Security Council's passing of a ceasefire resolution in Gaza, followed by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's decision to cancel his trip to Washington in protest of the US' abstention.

The final hour of the show would begin with international relations and security analyst Mark Sleboda discussing the latest from Moscow, Russia, where the federal authorities arrested 11 suspects, including four of the perpetrators of the Moscow concert hall massacre.

In the last segment of the show, Rachel would speak to former director at the National Transportation Safety Board Jamie Finch about the resignation of the Boeing CEO, as well as FBI's focus on the Alaskan Airlines flight that witnessed a door fly off its aircraft.

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Daniel Lazare - Constitutionalist and Journalist
Steve Gill - Lawyer and Political Commentator
Mark Sleboda - International Relations and Security Analyst
Esteban Carrillo - Journalist and Editor of The Cradle

In the first hour, Daniel Lazare delved into Trump's legal entanglements and his unconventional approach of crowdfunding, shedding light on the implications and potential ramifications.

Following this, Steve Gill provided insights into the CIA's reported obstruction of federal prosecutors investigating Hunter Biden's alleged connections, unraveling the complexities of this issue and its impact on the political landscape.

In the second hour, the discussion shifted towards international affairs. Mark Sleboda analyzed the ongoing Russian-Ukrainian conflict, offering perspectives on the geopolitical dynamics and potential pathways to resolution.

Concurrently, Esteban Carrillo discussed the United States' failed attempt to secure a temporary ceasefire in Gaza through a UN Security Council resolution.

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In the first hour, Rachel explored Donald Trump's unconventional plan to crowdfund money for his massive lawsuit with author, journalist, and podcaster Peter Coffin, analyzing the legal and ethical implications of such an approach.

The conversation then shifted to the pressing need for Congress to pass the budget, examining the potential consequences of a budgetary stalemate with insights from the executive director of the Ron Paul Institute for Peace and Prosperity Daniel McAdams.

In the final hour, the discussion turned to the Department of Justice's contemplation of giving Julian Assange a 14-year sentence, CIA Whistleblower John Kiriakou, unraveling the implications for press freedom and whistleblowing.

Lastly, Rachel speaks to the Former Director at the National Transportation Safety Board Jamie Finch about the meeting between the CEOs of the top airlines and Boeing after the latter's issues with their 737 Max-9 aircraft.

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Rachel began Wednesday's show by hosting political commentator Misty Winston for a discussion on the recent primaries that took place in several states across the US.

Later in the hour, Rachel was joined by journalist Nebojsa Malic, who analyzed recent news about NATO troops on the ground in Ukraine.

In the final hour of the show, Rachel spoke to professor Jeff Halper, anthropologist and activist, about Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's phone call with US President Joe Biden and his decision to address the Republicans in congress.

Lastly, Rachel would speak to political analyst and co-host of The Critical Hour Garland Nixon about the congressional hearing which discussed the US' abrupt withdrawal from Afghanistan in August 2021.

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The Backstory opened Tuesday's show with a segment on the latest from Capitol Hill, as congress attempts to pass a final budget. Rachel was joined by independent journalist Daniel Lazare, who discussed the issues preventing the budget from being passed.

Following a discussion on the US budget, Rachel spoke to international relations and security analyst Mark Sleboda about French President Emmanuel Macron's ceasefire proposal for the 2024 Olympics.

In the final hour, journalist and editor of The Cradle Esteban Carrillo spoke to Rachel about the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza and US President Joe Biden's phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Rachel would conclude the show by speaking to geopolitical analyst Koffi Kouakou about the Nigerian government's announcement that they were ending their military cooperation agreement with the US forces.

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