Best DMZ Podcasts (2025)

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November 14, 2025 33:32

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New Jeffrey Epstein emails drop SAME DAY as Congress forces full file release. Is Trump hiding something? Matt Lewis & Bill Scher unpack the bombshell timing, Trump’s creepy history, and why even MAGA is cracking. PLUS: Your health insurance is about to jump $12,000–$22,000/year. A 60-year-old couple earning $85K will pay a QUARTER of their income …

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DMZ America Podcast Ep 219: Interview with Pat Bagley 1:06:03

5d ago1:06:03

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Hosts Ted Rall and Scott Stantis chat with and showcase the work of liberal editorial cartoonist Pat Bagley of the Salt Lake City Tribune, who decided to leave the United States in part because of the presidency of Donald Trump. Pat Bagley, born in 1956 in Salt Lake City, Utah, is an award-winning editorial cartoonist renowned for his sharp wit and…

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Escaping Mexican Mafia Hit List to Fighting Taliban in Afghanistan 1:44:55

2h ago1:44:55

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Decorated Army officer turned warrior‑advocate Rudy De La Rosa opens up like never before: marked for death by the Mexican Mafia as a teenager, pulled into gang violence, homeless, and staring down his own destruction—before trading bullets for a uniform and fighting for something bigger than himself. In this Urban Valor Podcast episode, we dig int…

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The Funniest and Most F*cked Up Stories From Retired Marine First Sergeant 1:17:49

8d ago1:17:49

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This might be one of the wildest Marine Corps stories we’ve ever had on the show. Retired Marine First Sergeant Randall Parkes sat down with Urban Valor to share some of the funniest, most unbelievable, and downright fcked up* moments from his 20 years in the U.S. Marine Corps. From barracks inspections gone wrong, to combat deployments in Iraq and…

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DMZ America Podcast Ep 218: Interview with Cartoonist Chip Bok 58:20

12d ago58:20

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Hosts Ted Rall and Scott Stantis chat with and showcase the work of conservative editorial cartoonist Chip Bok. Chip Bok draws editorial cartoons for Creators Syndicate, syndicating his work to over 150 newspapers worldwide. A Copley News Service alum since 1985, he crafts biting commentary on politics, society, and pop culture from his Akron Beaco…

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DMZ America Podcast Ep 217: “Interview with Matt Wuerker” 1:20:43

9d ago1:20:43

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Tune in to the “DMZ America Podcast” as nationally-syndicated editorial cartoonists Ted Rall and Scott Stantis interview Pulitzer Prize-winning political cartoonist Matt Wuerker of “The Politico.” They’ll discuss their own cartoons about the news and issues of the week, as well as those of their peers. Don’t be surprised if the state of the media a…

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Army Special Ops Pilot Disarms Himself to Stay Alive in Combat 1:59:18

7d ago1:59:18

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What drives a decorated Special Operations pilot to unload his weapon - not in fear of the enemy, but of himself? In this Urban Valor Podcast interview, Army veteran and Night Stalker pilot Nick O’Kelly reveals the mental battle he faced during deployment in Afghanistan. A former Green Beret turned elite helicopter pilot, Nick opens up about the hi…

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He Survived a Meth Overdose and Became a Special Forces Soldier 1:13:40

23d ago1:13:40

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This is one of the wildest military redemption stories I’ve ever heard. Shawn Vance was a former college athlete who spiraled hard—stealing for the thrill, smoking weed daily, and eventually overdosing on meth he found while picking up trash on the freeway. The overdose wrecked his heart. He could’ve died. Should’ve, honestly. But instead… he enlis…

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Marine Sent to Help Afghan Kids Caught in Devastating Blast 1:06:44

30d ago1:06:44

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She came to America at five. She became a Marine. What happened next will stay with you. This week on Urban Valor, we dive into the story of Gunnery Sergeant Kimmy Lamano, a Filipino-American immigrant who rose through the ranks of the U.S. Marine Corps while carrying the weight of trauma, silence, and survival. From growing up in Manila and Hawaii…

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Marine Commander Blown Up, Ambushed, & Hunted by Enemy Sniper 1:34:33

24d ago1:34:33

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Blown up by a 25lb IED. Hunted by a sniper. Lost six Marines in one of the deadliest provinces in Afghanistan. This is Marine Lt. Col. Mike Manocchio’s story — and it’s unlike anything you’ve ever heard, and it's right here on today's Urban Valor Episode! Mike led troops through nonstop combat in Marjah, Helmand Province — an area packed with IEDs,…

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DMZ America Podcast Ep 216: “What Next for Gaza and Israel?” 1:17:41

26d ago1:17:41

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Tune in to the “DMZ America Podcast” as nationally-syndicated editorial cartoonists Ted Rall and Scott Stantis handicap the first phase of President Trump's Gaza Peace Plan, kicking off a possible end to the brutal two-year Israel-Hamas war. Israeli forces pull back from ravaged zones, and now Hamas is expected to release all 20 living hostages—plu…

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US Soldiers Survive Korean DMZ Shootout & Fatal Insider Attack in Kuwait 1:36:09

1M ago1:36:09

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In 2003, just days before the U.S. invaded Iraq, a US Army base in Kuwait—Camp Pennsylvania - was hit with a deadly insider attack. In this weeks Urban Valor episode, Army Sergeant Major Bart Womack recounts the terrifying night a fellow soldier threw grenades into tents full of sleeping American troops. It was the first insider attack of the Iraq …

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Marine TOW Gunner Survives Iraq But Can’t Escape Scars of War 58:54

1M ago58:54

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Marine Corps boot camp, combat in Haditha, Iraq, and the chaos, comedy, and cost of it all. Austin Hancock’s story is wild, hilarious, and at times heavy — this episode dives into all of it. We start today's episode of Urban Valor with boot camp madness: grown men in whitey-tighties doing squats, drill instructors weaponizing humor like it’s their …

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September 25, 2025 39:25

2M ago39:25

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As the government shutdown deadline looms, Matt Lewis and Bill Scher dive into a heated debate on the DMZ. Is a shutdown inevitable? Can Democrats hold firm against Trump’s tactics without losing public support? From healthcare battles to filibuster threats, they unpack the political chess game and what it means for America’s future. Don’t miss thi…

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DMZ America Podcast Ep 215: "Democracy in Distress" 1:00:29

1M ago1:00:29

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Editorial cartoonists Ted Rall (left-leaning firebrand) and Scott Stantis (right-wing straight shooter) ask why over half of Americans say democracy is on the ropes, unpack Zohran Mamdani's jaw-dropping poll surge in the NYC mayor's race, probe if social democratic vibes—like beefed-up welfare and worker protections—can actually work in the USA's c…

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New Infantry Soldier Thrown Straight into the Kill Zone 1:24:58

1M ago1:24:58

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Army Infantryman Will Jones didn’t get a slow start to his military career. He got thrown into the fire—checking into his first unit mid-deployment… in Baghdad. No stateside prep. No easing in. Just boots on ground, rifle in hand, and mortar fire exploding around him. In this Urban Valor interview, Will shares what it’s like to be a brand new 11B I…

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September 18, 2025 37:02

2M ago37:02

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Explore the fallout from Charlie Kirk’s assassination, from rapid martyr status to a polarized debate on cancel culture and free speech. The DMZ's Matt Lewis and Bill Scher discuss Kirk’s legacy, controversial statements, and the alarming rise of government-driven censorship in this gripping DMZ episode.…

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After Sending 300 Fallen Soldiers Home - This Airman Finally Broke 1:04:14

2M ago1:04:14

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Air Force veteran Travis MossBarger was tasked with something most of us can’t even imagine — sending over 300 fallen soldiers home. In this Urban Valor episode, Travis opens up for the first time about the silent, invisible duty that haunted him every single day of his six years in service. He didn’t pull a trigger — he processed the aftermath. He…

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DMZ America Podcast Ep 214: "Kamala Knew" 57:20

2M ago57:20

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It’s time for the DMZ America Podcast, where Left-leaning cartoonist Ted Rall and Right-wing firebrand Scott Stantis tackle the political firestorm that won’t go away no matter how much Democrats would like it to! The main event: Kamala Harris admits she knew about President Biden’s dementia, a revelation that’s shaking Washington to its core. This…

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Navy Corpsman Survives IED Blast Then Runs Towards Suspected Bomber 1:27:14

2M ago1:27:14

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What do you do when your Humvee gets rocked by an IED blast… and a suspicious car creeps toward you through the dust? Most people freeze. Navy Corpsman Noi Dumpit didn't. He confronted the driver — thinking it could be his last moment — and somehow chose not to pull the trigger. In this episode of Urban Valor, Noi relives the chaos of Fallujah, whe…

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Marine Survives Suicide Bomber That Killed 13 at Abbey Gate 1:42:59

2M ago1:42:59

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On August 26, 2021, during the chaotic evacuation of Afghanistan, Marine veteran Christian Sanchez stood at Abbey Gate when a suicide bomber detonated his device—killing 13 U.S. service members and hundreds of Afghan civilians. Thrown to the ground, barely conscious, Christian opened his eyes to pure chaos. Then came the gunfire—a Taliban fighter f…

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“Pinned Down in the Kill Zone” - Iraq Vet Survives Endless Ambushes 1:58:19

3M ago1:58:19

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Marine veteran Ralph Sarabia takes you inside the chaos of Iraq...convoys hit by IEDs, RPGs ripping overhead, close-quarters ambushes, and the split-second choices that decide who makes it home. In todays Urban Valor Podcast episode, he opens up about survivor’s guilt, hypervigilance, and rebuilding life after deployment with faith, family, and box…

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DMZ America Podcast Ep 213: "Invasion: Chicago" 1:08:35

3M ago1:08:35

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Join Chicago Tribune editorial cartoonist Scott Stantis and his colleague Ted Rall on the DMZ America podcast to discuss Donald Trump’s plan to invade the Windy City with thousands of National Guard troops and federal law enforcement goons to Chicago, as part of his “law and order” push to go after crime and deport working-class immigrants to Third…

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MVRDA talks upcoming collabs, biggest hits & tips for rising producers 1:03:27

3M ago1:03:27

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MVRDA joined us on the FBI Podcast for a deep dive into his career, upcoming collabs, and the journey behind some of his biggest tracks. Known for pushing heavy basslines and destroying festival stages, he also took time to share real, honest advice for the next wave of producers coming up right now. Submitted Instagram questions: 30:20 aydenhat3su…

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Marine Tells INSANE Stories about Life on a Navy Ship 1:24:58

3M ago1:24:58

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Marine Corps Veteran Roger Michael Hall pulls no punches in this episode of Urban Valor. From 2017–2022, Roger served as an infantry mortarman (0341) — but this isn’t the recruiting poster version of the Corps. This is the truth about months living on a Navy ship, crammed into tight berthing spaces, working long hours, and finding ways to stay sane…

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U.S. Airman’s World Changed Forever After One Call 1:43:52

3M ago1:43:52

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From a young immigrant kid running barefoot in Mexico to serving as a U.S. Air Force veteran in Iraq — this is the incredible untold story of Hector Cabrera. In this Urban Valor episode, Hector opens up about growing up with a single mother, losing his father, facing cultural identity struggles, and ultimately finding his calling in the U.S. milita…

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DMZ America Podcast Ep 212: "Read All About It! In the ‘California Post'" 1:07:08

3M ago1:07:08

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It’s a rare topic for the DMZ America Podcast, where editorial cartoonists Ted Rall (Left) and Scott Stantis (Right) discuss something the world of print journalism doesn’t see often anymore: the launch of a new daily print newspaper. Right-wing Australian company NewsCorp is launching the California Post, a brash new daily tabloid, in Los Angeles …

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Army Chaplain EXPOSES The Hidden Trauma Soldiers Carry 1:14:17

3M ago1:14:17

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Army Chaplain Nimrod Alcala opens up about the hidden war that no one talks about—what it’s like carrying the emotional trauma of soldiers... until it breaks you. In this Urban Valor episode, Nimrod reveals the unbearable emotional toll of his service—not on the battlefield, but behind closed doors. As a U.S. Army Chaplain, he became the safe place…

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Navy Veteran/U.S. Marshal Risks Everything Exposing Federal Corruption 2:00:09

3M ago2:00:09

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PTSD. Whistleblowing. Betrayal by your own agency. Robert Ledogar lived it. A 32-year career — Navy vet turned U.S. Marshal — shattered when he chose integrity over silence. From chasing fugitives in New York to working the El Chapo and MS-13 cases, Lugar served at the highest levels… until the U.S. Marshals turned on him for protecting a fellow De…

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DMZ America Podcast Ep 211: "Foodless in Gaza" 1:07:10

4M ago1:07:10

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Israel's War in Gaza is the focus of this to episode of the "DMZ America" podcast with political cartoonists Ted Rall (from the Left) and Scott Stantis (from the Right). There have been some major developments in the war over the last week: • French President Emmanuel Macron announced that France will recognize a Palestinian state at the UN General…

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Marine Remembers Blast That Left His Friend Dismembered 49:30

4M ago49:30

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This week on Urban Valor, we sat down with Marine veteran Ernesto Menjivar. A man who watched his brother lose both legs to an IED right in front of him. Ernesto was 19 years old when he first hit the ground in Afghanistan, assigned to one of the most IED-infested regions in Helmand Province. The firefights came fast. The first one he was ever in, …

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DMZ America Podcast Ep 210: "‘Biden’ Was President. Who Was Running America?” 1:03:45

4M ago1:03:45

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Time for another episode of the “DMZ America Podcast,” where editorial cartoonist buddies Ted Rall (Left) and Scott Stantis (Right) go where mainstream media fears to tread in the story that proves that, for four years, a pen wasn’t just a pen! President Biden used an auto-pen to sign documents—not just when he was away from Washington, but even wh…

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Green Beret Faces Worst Nightmare After Surviving Hell in Afghanistan 58:15

4M ago58:15

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Green Beret Terry Wilson faced daily ambushes, IEDs, RPG attacks, and brutal firefights while deployed in Afghanistan’s deadly Helmand Province. But even after surviving the horrors of war, nothing could prepare him for the tragedy that struck back home—the heartbreaking loss of his son. This week on Urban Valor, we sit down with retired U.S. Army …

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DMZ America Podcast Ep 209: "Ambiguous Grief: Steve Benson Dead at 71" 52:07

4M ago52:07

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Steve Benson, former cartoonist for the Arizona Republic, a fierce critic of the Mormon Church despite his family’s prominence within it, and a notable creator of controversial cartoons during the 1990s and 2000s, has passed away. Born in 1954, Benson began his career at the Arizona Republic in 1980, where he won the Pulitzer Prize for Editorial Ca…

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DMZ America Podcast Ep 208: “The History of Third Parties” 1:04:37

4M ago1:04:37

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Hey Elon! You’re going to need this history lesson. On the “DMZ America Podcast, Ted Rall (Left) and Scott Stantis (Right) consider the prospects for Elon Musk’s “America Party” and the wild ride of third parties in U.S. politics! On Saturday, Musk, the billionaire disruptor, announced the launch of his “America Party” after blasting Trump’s $3.3 t…

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Marine Veteran’s Shocking Childhood Made Him Unbreakable 1:51:33

4M ago1:51:33

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He survived hell—and now he inspires millions. Tom “Quitproof” Jones, a former U.S. Marine and world-class endurance athlete, endured one of the most traumatic childhoods imaginable: being beaten, terrorized, and even woken with a gun to his forehead. In this episode of Urban Valor, Tom opens up about how his abusive father hunted his mom—with Tom …

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Army MP Recounts Combat Missions in Iraq & Haunting Investigations 1:01:15

5M ago1:01:15

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Meet Richard Aviles, a U.S. Army Veteran and former Military Policeman whose story is as raw as it is remarkable. In this Urban Valor episode, Richard recounts growing up in Puerto Rico, navigating culture shock in the U.S., and enlisting in the Army to escape homelessness and pursue purpose. Within months, he found himself deployed to Iraq, runnin…

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DMZ America Podcast Ep 207: "Zohran Mamdani's Shocking Win in NYC" 43:38

5M ago43:38

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In a stunning upset, 33-year-old democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani clinched the Democratic primary for New York City’s mayoral race, defeating former Governor Andrew Cuomo, a centrist heavyweight backed by billionaire donors. Mamdani’s victory, declared on June 24, 2025, after Cuomo conceded, marks a seismic shift in the city’s politics, fueled b…

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Marine Suffers Severe Burns From AAV Blast in Final Training Exercise 1:14:31

5M ago1:14:31

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A Marine's worst nightmare came true in a split second. In this episode of Urban Valor, Marine veteran Kyle Hansen recounts the devastating moment his AAV (Amphibious Assault Vehicle) ran over a natural gas line, sparking a massive explosion that left him severely burned and changed his life forever. Kyle served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 2014–2…

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DMZ America Podcast Ep 206: "U.S. War Against Iran?" 1:03:12

5M ago1:03:12

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Get ready for an explosive episode of the “DMZ America Podcast,” where Left-leaning editorial cartoonist Ted Rall and Right-wing cartoonist Scott Stantis tackle the hottest geopolitical mess of the moment: Should Donald Trump throw the U.S. into Israel’s unprovoked air war against Iran? The past 24 hours have been wild—Israel bombed Iran’s nuclear …

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F/A-18 Marine Pilot Takes Down a Russian MiG-29 in Dogfight 1:28:54

5M ago1:28:54

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What really happens when a U.S. Marine fighter pilot faces off with a Russian MiG-29 at 8Gs? In this week’s episode of Urban Valor, we sit down with Major Ed Rush, a decorated Marine Corps F/A-18 pilot with nearly 2,000 hours of tactical flight time and over 50 combat missions under his belt. Raised by a legendary basketball coach and an NBA refere…

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Marine Survived Desert Storm, Invaded Iraq with His Son, Then Survived Fallujah 1:28:24

5M ago1:28:24

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Meet Marine Corps veteran Armando Garcia, a dual-branch warrior who served 30 years in the U.S. Air Force and Marine Corps. In this episode of Urban Valor, Garcia recounts his incredible journey from Desert Storm to Fallujah, including surviving a grenade blast, building military infrastructure, training future Marines, and even serving alongside h…

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DMZ America Podcast Ep 205: “Will Dems Pay for BidenGate?” 1:20:16

5M ago1:20:16

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Time for the “DMZ America Podcast,” where best friends from opposite politics come together. Left-wing firebrand Ted Rall and right-wing sharp-shooter Scott Stantis dive headfirst into the wild revelations about Joe Biden’s mental acuity and physical state, as exposed in Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson’s explosive book, “Original Sin: President Biden…

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NIMDA spills everything from touring with Kai Wachi, craziest moshpits, and his musical influences 1:00:45

6M ago1:00:45

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This episode’s all about you: the fans. We had NIMDA on the podcast and let y’all take the reins with submitted questions. He opened up about touring with Kai Wachi, his biggest musical influences and yeah… beerbongs may have been mentioned. Timestamps are listed so you can jump to your question. Big love to everyone who submitted! Submitted Questi…

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Iraqi Kid Leads Marines to Buried American Soldiers 1:55:19

6M ago1:55:19

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Former U.S. Marine Michael Delery joins us on Urban Valor to share a powerful and haunting story from his time in Iraq. During the 2003 invasion, Mike’s unit was approached by a young Iraqi boy who led them to a shallow grave—revealing the remains of four missing American soldiers. Growing up in South Central Los Angeles, Mike faced nonstop pressur…

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DMZ America Podcast Ep 204: “BidenGate: We Told You So” 1:06:21

6M ago1:06:21

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It's time for a payback episode of the "DMZ America Podcast"! Hosts Ted Rall (from the Left) and Scott Stantis (from the Right) dive into the jaw-dropping revelations of Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson’s Original Sin: President Biden’s Decline, Its Cover-Up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again. The book confirms what Ted and Scott have been shouti…

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Army Combat Cameraman Captures the Horrors of War (Still Haunts Him) 1:11:28

6M ago1:11:28

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This week on Urban Valor, we hear the extraordinary story of Army Staff Sergeant Robert Ham—a combat videographer whose job was to document war through the lens. Serving from 2007 to 2017, Robert captured footage most Americans will never see—graphic, haunting, and real. But it wasn’t until he reviewed the footage later that the emotional weight tr…

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Big Florida (aka Rated R) talks branding & what it takes to stand out in the dubstep scene 57:47

6M ago57:47

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We kicked off the Filthy Beat Inspectors podcast 5 years ago with our first-ever guest, Rated R, and now we're catching up to see how far he's come. In this episode, we dive into his journey of finding his niche, why he ran with the Florida branding, and how his track "Dirty South" almost didn't make the cut – now sitting at nearly 3 million stream…

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Purple Heart Marine Survives Car Bomb But Battles PTSD 1:32:35

6M ago1:32:35

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Michael Allison is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran who survived a devastating VBIED (vehicle-borne improvised explosive device) attack in Iraq—but his toughest battles came after the war. In this episode of Urban Valor, Michael opens up about the trauma that followed his deployment, including PTSD, addiction, and divorce. Born in Jamaica and raised in …

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DMZ America Podcast Ep 203: "SCOTUS to Decide Birthright Citizenship” 50:03

6M ago50:03

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This week’s DMZ America podcast delivers a compelling deep dive into the Supreme Court’s high-stakes oral arguments on national stays, separation of powers, and the 14th Amendment. Hosts Ted Rall and Scott Stantis, joined by legal expert Ricardo Aparicio, unpack a case that could reshape the core of American governance. The Court is grappling with …

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