Best Thomas Karat Podcasts (2025)

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Inside Pakistan’s Political Elite: Love, Power, Exile and assassinations 1:19:03

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🎙️ An Insider’s Story: Laurence Gourret on Benazir Bhutto, Power, and Exile 👇Read an in-depth background report on Benazir Bhutto on my Substack: 👇 https://karat.substack.com/p/benazir-bhutto-a-dynasty-of-hope?r=1fs9b What happens when a journalist gets too close to power? In this gripping interview, French journalist and author Laurence Gourret sh…

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The Call of the Lilies, Memories of a War Crime #Tantura 2:07:36

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🔥 In this exclusive interview, Faizeh Al-Yahya, author and eyewitness, shares her personal experience as a Palestinian child who survived the 1948 Tantura massacre. She takes us on a painful journey through her memories of oppression, displacement, and the resilience of the Palestinian people. Faizeh reflects on how the trauma of that day shaped he…

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Episode 552 |"Cobra Kai" and "The Karate Kid Part 3" | Actor: William Christopher Ford | (Dennis de Guzman) 54:29

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Send us a text Episode 552 "Cobra Kai" and "The Karate Kid Part 3" | Actor: William Christopher Ford | (Dennis de Guzman) William Christopher Ford aka Christopher Paul Ford played strong but silent Cobra Kai bad boy, "Dennis", in "The Karate Kid Part III". He was made aware of an open casting call for "KKIII" for the part of "Mike Barnes" from a go…

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Your Tesla Is Just As Bad As iPhone 16 - and here is why #Tesla #iPhone16 #ElonMusk #Apple 30:38

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🚨 Tesla is just as bad as iPhone 16 — here’s why. 🚨 Think Tesla is just a car company? Think again.In this eye-opening long-form video, we break down how Tesla, like Apple with the iPhone 16, has evolved into a data-harvesting machine — turning every driver into a moving node in the surveillance economy. From nine exterior cameras to in-cabin radar…

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Episode 551 | "Dangerous Animals", "Yellowstone" and "Tacoma FD" | Actor: Hassie Harrison 12:51

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Send us a text Episode 551 "Dangerous Animals", "Yellowstone" and "Tacoma FD" Actor: Hassie Harrison The lovely and talented Hassie Harrison joins me to talk about her life, career, Yellowstone, Tacoma FD and her newest project "Dangerous Animals" We talk what's worse, Outer Space or the Ocean, fears, phobia's and more. She was terrific as Laramie …

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Episode 550 | "The War", Fried Green Tomatoes" and "The Last Rodeo" | Director: Jon Avnet 27:11

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Send us a text Episode 550 "The War", Fried Green Tomatoes" and "The Last Rodeo" Director: Jon Avnet Jon Avnet has directed some fantastic films that include "The War", "Fried Green Tomatoes" and his most recent film, "The Last Rodeo". "The War" is one of the most underrated movies of the last 30+ years. It features a very underrated performance by…

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Episode 549 | "Forrest Gump" and "The Last Rodeo" | Actor: Mykelti Williamson 18:40

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Send us a text Episode 549 "Forrest Gump" and "The Last Rodeo" Actor: Mykelti Williamson Mykelti and I talk Forrest Gump and his iconic character, Benjamin Buford Blue "Bubba", we discuss his amazing filmography including "Heat", "Lucky Number Slevin", "Ali", "Fallout" and more. We also discuss his new film "The Last Rodeo", faith, relationships an…

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Episode 548 | "Earnhardt" | Director: Joshua Altman 14:49

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Send us a text Episode 548 "Earnhardt: Director: Joshua Altman Director Joshua Altman joins me to talk about his new documentary on Prime Video called "Earnhardt" we discuss Dale, his family, his passing and much more. Drops May 22nd on Prime Video. A charismatic, working-class hero to millions of fans, Dale Earnhardt was the most influential figur…

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40: Adam Springfield A.K.A David Barnes from Wishbone: Former Child Actor 57:09

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2025 is Wishbone's 30th anniversary, and I had the opportunity to sit down with Adam Springfield who played David Barnes in that series as a series regular.By The Medley

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If You Have Nothing To Hide You Have Nothing To Fear #CognitiveWarfare #NATO #iphone16 17:24

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🔍 THE WEAPONIZATION OF YOUR MIND: Surveillance, Manipulation, and NATO’s Cognitive War What if your thoughts, emotions, and beliefs weren’t entirely yours? In this explosive 18-minute investigative exposé, we dive deep into the hidden war being waged not just on foreign adversaries — but on you. ➡️ We unravel the web of surveillance capitalism, sho…

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Episode 547 |"Band of Brothers" and "The Guardian" | Actor: Neal McDonough 29:16

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Send us a text Episode 547 "Band of Brothers", "The Guardian" and "The Last Rodeo" Actor: Neal McDonough You know Neal in just about everything. Neal joins me to talk about his newest film, "The Last Rodeo". Neal and I also discuss "The Guardian", "Band of Brothers", working with Sylvester Stallone, his Massachusetts Roots, playing a character that…

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Episode 546 | "The Accountant 2" | Actor: Allison Robertson (Justine) 27:01

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Send us a text Episode 546 "The Accountant 2" Allison Robertson (Justine) Allison Robertson is a very talented actor who was simply terrific in her first major role as "Justine" in "The Accountant 2". We touch on a variety of topics. Including her character being recast from the first movie, Ben Affleck's performance of someone on the spectrum, the…

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An Assassinated Swedish Prime Minister and the NATO Connection 1:39:28

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Sweden didn’t join NATO. It was taken. In this explosive interview with Professor Ola Tunander, we trace a four-decade operation to assassinate not just a Prime Minister—but a national identity. 🔍 From the fake submarine scare of the 1980s (spoiler: it was NATO, not the Soviets)... 🕵️ To the still-unsolved murder of Olof Palme—the last real obstacl…

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Your new iPhone’s AI is Spying on You — And Apple Built It That Way 18:47

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Your iPhone Is No Longer Yours. It’s Watching You. Apple’s iPhone 16 isn’t a phone. It’s a surveillance node wrapped in aluminum and marketed as a privacy miracle. In this critical exposé, we break down how Apple has turned your “most personal device” into a silent partner for law enforcement — using on-device AI to scan your photos, read your mess…

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Inside Israel’s Seductive Propaganda: David Miller on Military Image Warfare 57:45

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🎙️ David Miller Exposes How Propaganda Shapes Media and Public Opinion In this highly controversial interview, renowned political sociologist Professor David Miller pulls back the curtain on how governments, militaries, and corporations weaponize media to control public perception. We dive deep into Miller’s research on propaganda , media manipulat…

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Episode 545 | "Call on Me" and "Warfare" | Deanne Berry 36:05

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Send us a text Episode 545 "Call on Me" and "Warfare" Deanne Berry Deanne Berry has had and amazing career. She know (amongst other things) for "Call on Me" video (Eric Prydz) that has been used in multiple movies including the amazing opening scene in "Warfare". We talk about how veterans have related to this movie, led by her amazing video at the…

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A dead Pope, Bunnies, Blood, and Burned Witches 14:02

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Pope Francis died—one day after the Resurrection. Just a coincidence? Or a cosmic irony played by history itself? This video uncovers the stolen, buried, and burned origins of Easter. From blood-painted eggs and fertility goddesses to inquisitions, empire, and the Vatican’s obsession with bones—we follow the trail of myth, power, and erasure. 🔻 **T…

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The US ambassador who warned Washington before the War in Ukraine 1:08:35

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🎙 Interview with Ambassador Jack F. Matlock Jr. — The Diplomat Who Witnessed History In this conversation, we sit down with Ambassador Jack Matlock Jr., the last U.S. Ambassador to the Soviet Union under President Ronald Reagan and a key figure in Cold War diplomacy. With unmatched firsthand experience, Matlock reflects on pivotal moments that defi…

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Episode 544 | "Daredevil: Born Again" | Cinematographer: Hillary Fyfe Spera 30:29

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Send us a text Episode 544 "Daredevil: Born Again" Cinematographer: Hillary Fyfe Spera Hillary Fyfe Spera is a Vermont born Cinematographer whose credits include "Run", "Dexter: New Blood" and "Daredevil: Born Again" We discuss this season of Daredevil, breakdown the amazing Charlie Cox and Vincent D'Onofrio, the tragic passing of Kamar de los Reye…

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Episode 543 |"Bosch, The Town and Gone Baby Gone" | Actor: Titus Welliver 12:37

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Send us a text Episode 543 "Bosch, The Town and Gone Baby Gone" | Actor: Titus Welliver Titus Welliver joins me to talk Gone Baby Gone, The Town, New England, Boston and his wonderful performance as Harry Bosh in the final season of "Bosch" Titus has also played the Man in Black in Lost, Silas Adams in Deadwood, and Jimmy O'Phelan in Sons of Anarch…

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Episode 542 |"Narcos" and "Godfather of Harlem" | Writer: Chris Brancato 5:47

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Send us a text Episode 542 "Narcos" and "Godfather of Harlem" Writer: Chris Brancato Chris Brancato, a writer and producer known for his work on "Narcos" and "Godfather of Harlem," is the co-creator and showrunner of the latter. " "Godfather of Harlem" is a dramatized historical series that follows the life of gangster Bumpy Johnson (played by Fore…

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Mind Games, the Western Playbook of Fake News 12:25

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🎯 You’re not being informed. You’re being *influenced*.** This isn’t a theory. It’s not a guess. It’s a documented, decades-long campaign, —one that’s evolved from Cold War psyops to AI-powered manipulation in your social feed. In this hard-hitting exposé, I pull back the curtain on what I call “The Western Playbook of Fake News,” an industrial-sca…

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Betraying Nelson Mandela? Why South Africa Backs Israel’s Apartheid, with Prof. Patrick Bond 1:17:57

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🔥What if dismantling Israeli apartheid isn't decided at the UN or in the US, but in the streets of Johannesburg? South Africa’s celebrated transition from apartheid holds vital lessons and warnings for Palestine. Behind its iconic liberation lies a story of economic betrayal, elite capture, and unfinished justice—a narrative deeply relevant to toda…

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Episode 540 | "Godfather of Harlem" | Actor: Rome Flynn 7:06

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Send us a text Episode 540 "Godfather of Harlem" Actor: Rome Flynn | (Frank Lucas) Outside of being named MVP of the 2025 NBA All Star Celebrity Game, Rome Flynn is a terrific actor. Rome Flynn, known for his roles in "How to Get Away With Murder" and "With Love," joins the cast of "Godfather of Harlem" for season 4. He portrays the young Frank Luc…

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Episode 541 | "Godfather of Harlem" | Actors: Lucy Fry and Michael Raymond James. 7:16

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Send us a text Episode 541 "Godfather of Harlem" | Actors: Lucy Fry and Michael Raymond James Lucy Fry and Michael Raymond-James are both actors who currently star in the MGM+ series Godfather of Harlem. Lucy Fry plays Stella Gigante, the daughter of Italian mob boss Frank Gigante. She has been a main cast member since the show's second season. Mic…

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QatarGate and the Corruption Cartel Running Israel 33:29

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🔥 Inside Israel’s Explosive QatarGate Scandal | BibiLeaks Exposed Is this the beginning of the end for Benjamin Netanyahu? This investigative deep-dive uncovers the explosive QatarGate scandal and the classified leaks rocking Israel’s inner circle—dubbed BibiLeaks. From secret lobbying to paid propaganda, we expose how political elites allegedly ma…

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How the New York Times Is Manufacturing Consent for War; about Adam Entous 29:43

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What if the war in Ukraine isn’t just being fought with missiles — but with headlines, framing, and narrative timing? In this episode, I dissect two high-profile New York Times articles that function less like journalism and more like state-sanctioned narrative engineering.Published over a year apart — February 2024 and March 2025 — these pieces un…

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39: Sensei Ron Thomas A.K.A Bobby from The Karate Kid and Cobra Kai 26:51

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Its the moment of truth this time on The Medley with our guest Sensei Ron Thomas best known for playing Bobby in The Karate Kid and Cobra Kai. He is now a motivational speaker and authour that has inspired many and wants to make it clear that bullying is not cool. Speaking of bullying, who was the real bully in The Karate Kid? Daniel or Johnny? Ron…

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Episode 539 | Actors Michelle Randolph ("Landman","1923") and Aminah Nieves ("1923"). 6:16

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Send us a text Episode 539 "Actors Michelle Randolph ("Landman", "1923) and Aminah Nieves ("1923"). Michelle Randolph (1923 and Landman) and Aminah Nieves (1923) join me talk their characters Elizabeth Strafford and Teonna Rainwater. Their characters have been through so much. We talk about that, Michelle's character in "Landman" and much more. Wel…

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The Invention of Palestine: A Historian’s Take on a Weaponized Narrative with Dr. Zach Foster 1:33:12

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🔥 What does it really mean to say Palestine was “invented”? In this wide-ranging, thought-provoking interview, a leading historian of the Middle East pulls back the curtain on how historical narratives have been weaponized—not just by states, but by entire ideologies. We explore how the concept of “Palestine” was constructed, contested, and politic…

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Episode 538 | "The Righteous Gemstones" and "The Bondsman" | Actor/Singer: Jennifer Nettles 9:41

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Send us a text Episode 538 "The Righteous Gemstones" and "The Bondsman" | Actor/Singer: Jennifer Nettles Jennifer Nettles joins me to talk her new series on Prime Video "The Bondsman", we discuss Walton Goggins and Kevin Bacon, what Aimee Leigh would think of Lori dating Eli, Misbehavin, being a scream queen and much more. Welcome, Jennifer Nettles…

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Why Putin will not agree to a Cease Fire in Ukraine; with former CIA analyst Larry Johnson 1:00:51

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🔥 In this thought provoking interview, former CIA analyst Larry C. Johnson predicts that Putin will not accept the cease fire. He opens up about the new architecture of censorship, his banning from YouTube, and what really happened behind closed doors during his recent interview with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. Larry doesn't mince words…

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Episode 537 | "Cobra Kai" and "The Walking Dead" | Actor: Okea Eme-Akwari 42:45

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Send us a text Episode 537 "Cobra Kai" and "The Walking Dead" | Actor: Okea Eme-Akwari Okea joins me to talk two very unique characters in two very different universes. Shawn Payne in Cobra Kai and Elijah in The Walking Dead. We discuss both fan bases, how Shawn in Cobra Kai was an amazing, underutilized character, how both Kenny and Shawn's storyl…

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Ukraine vs. Gaza: Why People See the War in Ukraine One Way—and Gaza in Another 38:44

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🔥 Why Do You See Ukraine Clearly — But Gaza Through a Fog? In this expose we break down how propaganda, media bias, and geopolitical interests have shaped two radically different narratives around two devastating wars: Ukraine and Gaza. 🧠 Are you sure your outrage is your own? 🔥 Why do millions see Russian occupation as a war crime but call Israeli…

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How Gaza Documentaries spark controversies, with Dan Cohen 59:59

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🔥 What’s REALLY Happening in Gaza? Journalist and filmmaker Dan Cohen joins us for a raw, unfiltered discussion on the war in Gaza, Western media censorship, and the human cost of conflict. Reporting directly from the frontlines, Cohen has witnessed the destruction, spoken with survivors, and captured the realities that mainstream outlets often ign…

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Episode 536 | "Footloose" | Screenwriter/Songwriter: Dean Pitchford 1:02:35

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Send us a text Episode 536 "Footloose" Dean Pitchford Dean Pitchford wrote the screenplay and many of the songs in "Footloose" In June of 2024, he was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Born and raised in Hawaii and graduated from Yale University, Dean Pitchford performed off- and on-Broadway (Godspell; Pippin) before turning to songwritin…

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Ukraine War and Media Manipulation, who controls what you see? With Professor Glenn Diesen 1:05:21

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🔥 The war in Ukraine isn’t just being fought on the battlefield—it’s an information war, too. In this eye-opening discussion, we sit down with Professor Glenn Diesen to uncover how media manipulation, propaganda, and strategic messaging shape public perception of the conflict. Who controls the narrative? Why are some voices amplified while others a…

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Ukraine a brilliant Trap for Russia 33:23

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🔥 The Ukraine War: A U.S.-Engineered Disaster | The Truth They Don’t Want You to Hear The war in Ukraine didn’t have to happen—it was a war of choice, fueled by Washington’s obsession with weakening Russia. Now that the plan is backfiring, the same U.S. officials who escalated the war are desperately searching for an exit. But let’s be real—their v…

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Exposing Israel’s Apartheid & Occupation: What They Don’t Want You to Know with Miko Peled 1:11:21

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Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Miko Peled, Israeli-American activist and author, as we explore the complexities of Israel's policies toward Palestinians. Peled, known for his transformative journey from an Israeli Defense Forces soldier to a prominent advocate for Palestinian rights, offers an insider's perspective on the ongoing conf…

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Episode 535 | "Cobra Kai" | Actor: Thomas Ian Griffith (Terry Silver) 33:11

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Send us a text Episode 535 "Cobra Kai" Actor: Thomas Ian Griffith Thomas Ian Griffith absolutely crushed the role of Terry Silver in both "The Karate Kid III" and "Cobra Kai". He was calculated, layered and very complex. All good shows are only as good as their antagonist, and Terry Silver might be right up there with the best of them. Thomas joins…

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38: Dominic Cardy Leader of the Canadian Future Party 46:23

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With a federal election coming up, Dominic Cardy offers an alternative to the current parties in the House of Commons the "Canadian Future Party". A party that is not left or right but forward.By The Medley

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Episode 533 | "Celtics City" | Director: Lauren Stowell and Showrunner: Gabe Honig 20:18

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Send us a text Episode 533 "Celtics City" Lauren Stowell and Gabe Honig Lauren and Gabe join me to talk MAX's newest documentary "Celtics City" Celtics City chronicles the remarkable saga of the Boston Celtics, the NBA’s winningest and most storied franchise. From the team's founding as one of the league’s original members to its triumphant 2024 ch…

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Episode 534 |"Cobra Kai" | Creators: Jon Hurwitz, Josh Heald, and Hayden Schlossberg. 33:00

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Send us a text Episode 534 "Cobra Kai" Creators: Jon Hurwitz, Josh Heald, and Hayden Schlossberg Jon, Josh and Hayden join me to talk some Cobra Kai. We discuss Johnny Lawerence in depth, how good it feels to create something this special, the challenges of having a large cast and so much more. Welcome, Jon, Josh and Hayden! www.mmcpodcast.com #cob…

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Why U.S. Diplomats Are Quitting in Protest—The Truth Behind the Resignations 1:09:44

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🚨 The U.S. State Department is in crisis. Diplomats are resigning not because of routine turnover—but in protest. Another top official, Mike Casey has quit, calling out Ameirca’s unwavering support for Israel’s assault on Gaza and the hollow hypocrisy of U.S. foreign policy. Mike saw firsthand how Washington enables war crimes while ignoring the hu…

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How the BBC caves under Israeli pressure to block its own Documentary 17:08

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The BBC recently pulled its powerful documentary on Gaza’s children, Gaza: How to Survive a War Zone, after intense pressure from pro-Israel activists. The film, which exposed the devastating impact of Israel’s ongoing assault on Palestinian civilians, was removed from BBC iPlayer under the flimsy excuse that its young Palestinian narrator had fami…

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Episode 532 | "Hoosiers" | Actor David Neidorf (Everett Flatch) 1:16:32

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Send us a text Episode 532 "Hoosiers" David Neidorf (#21 Everett Flatch) David Neidorf (Platoon, Bull Durham and Hoosiers) joins me a second time to talk "Hoosiers" and Gene Hackman. David and I talk about Gene, what he was like, his rapport with cast, other actors that were supposed to play Norman Dale, iconic scenes, Gene's thoughts on the movie …

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How Media Lies About War: Israel-Palestine, India & The Global Propaganda Machine 1:14:46

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🚨 How much of what we see in the news is the truth—and how much is carefully crafted propaganda? In this explosive interview, we uncover how mainstream media manipulates narratives on conflicts like Israel-Palestine, India, and global wars to serve political agendas. 🚨 What you’ll learn in this episode:✔️ How governments control the media and shape…

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Episode 531 | Actor: Chris Candy 50:09

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Send us a text Episode 531 Actor: Chris Candy Chris joins me to talk about his work with Coldplay, that hilarious Dunkin Doughnuts commercial Chris was in during the Super Bowl, I ask Chris about the John Candy documentary being directed by Colin Hanks, we talk about his Dad, the profound effect he had on others, his work and so much more. I am gra…

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Episode 530 |"Blade Runner", "Who Framed Roger Rabbit" and "Uppercut" | Actor: Joanna Cassidy 11:31

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Send us a text Episode 530 "Blade Runner", "Who Framed Roger Rabbit" and "Uppercut" Actor: Joanna Cassidy The timeless Joanna Cassidy joins me to talk "Blade Runner", her character Zhora and that iconic scene, working with a variety of directors and her new Film, "Uppercut" #bladerunner #bladerunner2049 #bladerunneredit #whoframedrogerrabbit #80smo…

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