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Rachel began the final show of the week by hosting radio host and political commentator Misty Winston on the topic of the G7 Summit, which they discussed in length, highlighting the pointless nature of hosting a meeting just days after four of the leaders met in France.

Following the discussion on the G7 Summit, Rachel spoke to lawyer and political commentator Tyler Nixon about the new book written by the mother of Hunter Biden's daughter.

In the final hour, Rachel was joined by author and anti-war activist Jeff Halper, who discussed the war in Gaza and the intensified conflict along the Lebanese-Israeli border.

Lastly, Geopolitical analyst Koffi Kouakou spoke to Rachel about the ongoing attempts by South Africa's African National Congress to form a coalition to establish a government.

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Rachel kicked off Thursday's show with journalist and co-host of The Final Countdown on Radio Sputnik Angie Wong as the two discussed Donald Trump's visit to Capitol Hill.

Following a discussion on Trump, Rachel spoke to journalist, author and podcaster Peter Coffin about Elon Musk's massive payday.

In the final hour, Rachel was joined by independent journalist Julia Kassem, who discussed the latest tensions along the Lebanese-Israeli border.

Lastly, Rachel spoke to Serbian-American journalist and writer Nebojsa Malic about the G7 meeting and their decision to fund Ukraine using the profits from Russian assets.

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Rachel began Wednesday's show by speaking to journalist Scottie Nell Hughes about the latest from the Hunter Biden legal saga.

Journalist and Editor of The Cradle Esteban Carrillo would then join the show to discuss the latest from the Gaza ceasefire talks and the increased tensions along the Lebanese-Israeli border.

In the final hour, Rachel spoke to Geopolitical Analyst and Author George Szamuely about the G7 summit, which comes just days after four of the leaders met in France.

Rachel would conclude the show with international relations and security analyst Mark Sleboda, who discussed the Russian warships that traveled to Cuba to participate in military drills.

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Steve Gill - Lawyer and Political Commentator

Misty Winston - Radio Host and Political Commentator

Sarah Bils - Independent Journalist and Co-Founder of DD Geopolitics

Said Arikat - Professor and Journalist

Rachel began Tuesday's day show by covering the latest from the Hunter Biden criminal trial with guest Steve Gill.

Following a discussion on Hunter Biden's legal troubles, Rachel spoke to Misty Winston about the CBS anchor who was shocked by the results of a poll that showed more than 60 percent of participants were worried about migration.

In the final hour, Rachel spoke to Sarah Bils about Ukraine's alleged plan to hide its F-16s in order to prevent them from being targeted by the Russian military.

Rachel would conclude the show by hosting Said Arikat, who discussed the recent State Department briefings and the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip.

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Rachel began Monday's show by hosting co-host of the Critical Hour on Radio Sputnik Dr. Wilmer Leon on the topic of Hunter Biden's criminal case and Donald Trump's campaign.

Following the discussion on Hunter Biden's criminal case, Rachel spoke to international relations and security analyst Mark Sleboda about Volodymyr Zelensky's so-called "peace summit" in Switzerland.

Rachel began the final hour by hosting co-host of Fault Lines on Radio Sputnik Jamarl Thomas, who spoke to her about the latest results from the European elections.

In the final segment, veteran war correspondent and journalist Elijah Magnier spoke to Rachel about the Israeli military's operation in Gaza to rescue four hostages, which resulted in the death of over 200 Palestinians.

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Rachel began the last show of the week by hosting fellow radio host and political strategist Melik Abdul, who spoke to her about the potential vice presidential options for Donald Trump.

Rachel then spoke to international relations and security analyst Mark Sleboda about the meeting between US President Joe Biden and his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky.

Geopolitical analyst and journalist Laith Marouf would help kickoff the final hour of the show by discussing the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah as they descend closer to war.

In the final segment, Rachel spoke to geopolitical analyst and author George Szamuely about the European elections and Germany's new war contingency.

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Rachel kicked off Thursday's show with executive director of the Ron Paul Institute of Peace and Prosperity Daniel McAdams, who discussed the recent accusations that Israel used bots to influence US public opinion on their war in Gaza.

Rachel followed up this discussion by hosting International Relations and Security Analyst Mark Sleboda, who spoke to The Backstory about Russian President Vladimir Putin's comments about the US green lighting Ukraine's use of long-range missiles in Russia.

In the last hour of the show, Rachel spoke to indeppendent journalist Julia Kassem about the increased tensions along the Lebanese-Israeli border, as the Israeli military and Hezbollah trade heavy attacks.

Journalist for Africa Stream Clinton Nzala would wrap up the show by discussing the latest from the South African elections, as the ANC attempts to form a majority coalition.

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Rachel opened the show on Wednesday by hosting podcaster, political analyst and activist Craig 'Pasta' Jardula, who spoke about the latest news from the Hunter Biden criminal trial.

Following the discussion on Hunter Biden's legal woes, Rachel spoke to journalist, cartoonist, and co-host of The Final Countdown on Radio Sputnik Ted Rall about the Washington Post's financial losses, which showed that the long-time newspaper was suffering serious setbacks.

In the last hour of the show, Rachel spoke to former director at the National Transportation Safety Board Jamie Finch about the latest Boeing whistleblower, who has emerged at a critical time for the company as they face several accusations and investigations.

Lastly, Rachel spoke to ex-Ukrainian diplomat and whistleblower Andrii Telizhenko about the upcoming Ukrainian 'peace summit'.

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Rachel began Tuesday's show by hosting lawyer and political commentator Steve Gill, who discussed the opening of Hunter Biden's criminal case.

Following a discussion on Hunter Biden, Rachel spoke to Professor of International Law at the University of Law Francis Anthony Boyle about the US' plan to present a new resolution to the UN Security Council that calls for a unilateral ceasefire in the Gaza Strip.

Veteran War Correspondent and Journalist Elijah Magnier would then join the show to discuss the inflamed tensions along the Lebanese-Israeli border, as the Israeli government makes the decision on whether or not they will go to war with Hezbollah.

In the final segment, Rachel spoke to International Relations and Security Analyst Mark Sleboda about NATO's plans for a potential conflict with Russia.

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Angie Wong - Journalist and Radio Host

Mindia Gavasheli - Bureau Chief of Sputnik US

Esteban Carrillo - Journalist and Editor of The Cradle

Koffi Kouakou - Geopolitical Analyst

Rachel kicked off the week by hosting guest Angie Wong, who discussed Donald Trump's latest poll numbers and the GOP's continued support for his 2024 candidacy.

Rachel then spoke to Mindia Gavasheli about Claudia Sheinbaum's victory in the 2024 Mexican presidential election.

In the final hour, Rachel spoke to Esteban Carrillo about Biden's ceasefire proposal, which was subsequently rejected by the Israeli government.

Lastly, Rachel was joined by Koffi Kouakou, who broke down the South African election results and the ANC's failure to win the majority for the first time in 30 years.

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