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Your Quick DNC Fix: Dr. Wilmer Leon’s Highlights!
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Join Dr. Wilmer Leon as he takes you inside the 2024 Democratic National Convention at Chicago's United Center. Get a first-hand look at the electric atmosphere, from behind-the-scenes preparations to exclusive interviews with political heavyweights like Bernie Sanders, Maxine Waters, and Terry McAuliffe. Discover the key issues driving the convent…
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Telegram Founder Nabbed in France; Jake Sullivan to China; Israel Hezbollah Trade Intense Fire
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Dr. Nicolai Petro, Professor of Political Science at the University of Rhode Island, joins us to discuss the folly of neocon containment strategies toward peer competitors. Mark Sleboda, an international relations and security analyst, joins us to discuss the arrest of Pavel Durov and the status of the Ukraine conflict. Esther Iverem, artist, autho…
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FBI War on Journalism; NATO Celebrates US Attack on German Infrastructure; Dems Go Full Neocon
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Dr. Richard Wolff, a professor of economics and host of "Democracy at Work" on YouTube, joins us to discuss the Kamala Harris economic plan, the financial fallout from a war with Iran, and the revisions to the US jobs report. Caleb Maupin, journalist and political analyst, joins us to discuss the FBI assault on journalists who work with Russian med…
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FBI Crackdown on Journalism; Czech Prez Claims German Pipelines are Legitimate NATO Targets
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Dan Lazare, investigative journalist and author of America's Undeclared War, joins us to discuss the FBI investigating journalists who have worked with Russian television. Mark Sleboda, an international relations and security analyst, joins us to discuss Czech president Petr Pavel's claim that German pipeline infrastructure was a legitimate target …
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Don't Miss Out: Exclusive DNC Content and 2024 Election Preview
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Brace yourself for exclusive, insider access! I’m Dr. Wilmer Leon, and on my "Connecting the Dots" podcast, I’m taking you straight into the heart of the Democratic National Convention. I’m sitting down with America’s most powerful voices to uncover the strategies and stakes behind the epic showdown between Vice President Kamala Harris and former P…
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Britain Behind Kursk Attack; Biden's Dangerous New Nuclear Strategy; RFK Jr May Support Trump
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Jeremy Kuzmarov, author and managing editor of Covert Magazine, joins us to discuss rumors that RFK Jr may drop out of the race and support Donald Trump and the foreign policy of Kamala Harris. Mark Sleboda, an international relations and security analyst, joins us to discuss Ukraine's escalatory attacks on Russian civilians and Joe Biden's dangero…
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Dem Convention Protests; US Occupies Syria; Italian TV Broadcasts Ukrainian Nazis
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Dr. Radhika Desai, author and professor in the Department of Political Studies and Director of the Geopolitical Economy Research Group at the University of Manitoba in Canada, joins us to discuss protests at the DNC convention and the party's support for the Netanyahu government in spite of calls for a ceasefire from its constituents. Mark Sleboda,…
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DNC Convention Opens to Protests; Poland Hushes Nord Stream Investigation; Ukraine’s Nuclear Gamble
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Dr. Linwood Tauheed, an Associate Professor of Economics at the University of Missouri-Kansas City joins us to discuss the DNC convention and the Kamala Harris economic plan. Mark Sleboda, an international relations and security analyst joins us to discuss the situation in Kursk and President Putin’s trip to Azerbaijan. Dan Lazare, investigative jo…
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Biden Considering Long Range Missiles to Ukraine; US Africom Moves on Libya: Neocon War on Dissent
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Dr. Linwood Tauheed, an Associate Professor of Economics at the University of Missouri-Kansas City, joins us to discuss the US economy. Caleb Maupin, journalist and political analyst, joins us to discuss US moves in Ukraine and the conflict in the Middle East. Jon Jeter, journalist and author, joins us to discuss the upcoming DNC convention in Chic…
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Western Media Pushing Nord Stream Narrative; Multiple Parties Work on Ceasefire Deal in Gaza
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Elijah Magnier, a veteran Middle East War correspondent, joins us to discuss the potential for a regional conflict in the Middle East. Dan Kovalik, lawyer, professor, and author, joins us to discuss the US imperial assault on Venezuelan democracy. Margaret Kimberley, editor and senior columnist at Black Agenda Report and author of Prejudential: Bla…
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Free Speech Under Fire: The High-Stakes Trial of the Uhuru Three
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In this episode, Dr. Wilmer Leon is joined by Chairman Omali Yeshitela to explore the fight for free speech as the Uhuru Three face charges for opposing U.S. government narratives. Together, they uncover the shocking connections between the trial, colonialism, and the global struggle for freedom. Find me and the show on social media. Click the foll…
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Russia thwarted a Ukrainian operation in Kursk; US approves $20 Billion for Israel
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Regis Tremblay, an American citizen living in Crimea, joins us to discuss Germany seeking the arrest of a Ukrainian diving instructor for his alleged participation in sabotaging the Nord Stream pipelines, a Russian report that it thwarted a Ukrainian charge to expand its incursion; the White House claims that Kiev did not inform it beforehand about…
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Is the US working to replace Zelensky?; Sen. Graham calls invasion of Russia's Kursk 'beautiful'
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Mark Sleboda, an international relations and security analyst, joins us to discuss the Russian foreign intelligence report stating that the US is working to replace Zelensky with a 'more manageable and less corrupt' figure. He also talks about Senator Linsey Graham's visit to Kiev yesterday, where he praised the Ukrainian attack on Russia's Kursk O…
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US Deploys Submarine to Middle East; Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant Attack Explained
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James Carey, host of The Left is Dead podcast, joins us to discuss the US deploying a submarine to the Middle East and speeding up US aircraft carriers headed to the region as Israel anticipates a direct attack from Iran. Mark Sleboda, an international relations and security analyst, joins us to discuss the Ukraine attack on the Zaporozhye Nuclear …
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Weekly News Wrap-Up: Ukraine Attacks Kursk Region; UK Riots; FBI Raids Scott Ritter's House
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Mark Sleboda, an international relations and security analyst, joins us to discuss the Ukrainian attack on the Kursk region. Caleb Maupin, journalist and political analyst, joins us to discuss UK riots and dissidents' repression in the EU. George Koo, journalist, social activist, and international business consultant, joins us to discuss the US-dri…
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Ukraine Attacks Kursk Region; UK Riots; FBI Raids Scott Ritter's House
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Mark Sleboda, an international relations and security analyst, joins us to discuss the Ukrainian attack on the Kursk region. Caleb Maupin, journalist and political analyst, joins us to discuss UK riots and dissidents' repression in the EU. George Koo, journalist, social activist, and international business consultant, joins us to discuss t the US-d…
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Scott Ritter Raided by FBI; Berlin Struggles with Defense Spending; AIPAC Money Defeats Cori Bush
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Scott Ritter, former UN weapons inspector in Iraq, joins us to discuss the FBI raiding his house. KJ Noh, writer, activist, and teacher, joins us to discuss the nuclear bombing of Japan and the current Japanese government bending a knee to US imperialism. Kim Ives, journalist and editor at Haiti Liberte, joins us to discuss the Haitian puppet gover…
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The Dark Side of Democrats’ Relationship with Americans of Color
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In this gripping episode of "Connecting the Dots," Dr. Wilmer Leon and two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist Jon Jeter expose the Democratic Party's desperate reliance on voters of color to save them from political collapse. Find me and the show on social media. Click the following links or search @DrWilmerLeon on X/Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Patreon…
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African Countries Call out Ukranian Terrorism; EU Crackdown on Dissidents and Journalists
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Yawen Xu, Beijing-based CGTN radio journalist and international affairs commentator, discusses the Chinese swimmer controversy at the Olympics. Netfa Freeman, Host of Voices With Vision on WPFW 89.3 FM, Pan-Africanist and internationalist organizer, joins us to discuss African complaints that Ukraine is involved in terrorism in their region and the…
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Kamala Harris Picks VP; US-China Decouple Not Working; US Soldiers in Iraq Wounded
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Melik Abdul, co-host of Fault Lines, joins us to discuss the recent selection of Tim Walz as the Vice Presidential nominee. Mark Sleboda, an international relations and security analyst, joins us to discuss Moscow's moves to peacefully end the Ukraine crisis and the precarious nuclear situation in the US. Dr. Linwood Tauheed, an Associate Professor…
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Middle East Tension; UK Street Riots; Bangladesh PM Resigns; Economic Nightmare Intensifies
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Dr. Mohammad Marandi, Professor of English Literature and Orientalism at the University of Tehran, joins us to discuss Iran’s potential response to Israel’s attack in Tehran. Mark Sleboda, an international relations and security analyst, joins us to discuss street riots in the UK, Sergei Shoigu’s visit to Iran, and the state of affairs in Ukraine. …
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Middle East on Edge After Israel Assassinations; US Missile Deployment in Germany
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Dr. Tony Monteiro, scholar and activist, joins us to discuss the potential regional war in the Middle East. Caleb Maupin, journalist and political analyst, joins us to discuss US missile deployment in Germany and the potential for reconciliation between China and India. Dr. Richard Wolff, a professor of economics and host of "Democracy at Work" on …
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Massive Prisoner Exchange; Middle East on the Edge; US Failed Coup in Venezuela
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Yves Engler, Canadian-based writer, author of 12 books, and political activist, joins us to discuss the recent Israeli assassinations and the US response. Mark Sleboda, an international relations and security analyst, joins us to discuss the massive prisoner swap and Russia’s moves to provide military assistance to African countries. James Counts E…
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The Legacy of Eugenics Alive in Today's Politics
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Find me and the show on social media. Click the following links or search @DrWilmerLeon on X/Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube! FULL TRANSCRIPT: Wilmer Leon (00:00): So here's a question. How does the false construct of race, and yes, it is a false construct or the real constructs of culture and cultural identity factor into our opposition …
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Israel Assassinates Hamas Leader; US Soft Power Assault on Venezuela; Russia Indonesia Partnership
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Dr. Gerald Horne, Professor of History at the University of Houston, TX, author, historian, and researcher, joins us to discuss Israel's assassination of two Hamas leaders. Mark Sleboda, an international relations and security analyst, joins us to discuss Israel's assassination of two Hamas leaders, Russia's geopolitical response, and the strengthe…
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US Sanctioning One-Third of the World; Europe’s Path to War and Self-Destruction
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Dr. Linwood Tauheed, an Associate Professor of Economics at the University of Missouri-Kansas City, joins us to discuss the overuse of US sanctions and the subsequent blowback in the form of sanctioned nations fleeing US domination for BRICS. Mark Sleboda, an international relations and security analyst, discusses the US working to stop trade betwe…
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Venezuela Election; Tensions Rise in The Middle East; Controversial IOC Ceremony
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Mark Sleboda, an international relations and security analyst, joins us to discuss Venezuela’s place in the new world order and the US placing nuclear short-range missiles in Germany. Dr. Radhika Desai, author and professor in the Department of Political Studies and Director of the Geopolitical Economy Research Group at the University of Manitoba i…
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Weekly News Wrap Up: Netanyahu Biden Speeches; China Says US is Empire of Lies; Amazon Censorship
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Dan Lazare, investigative journalist and author of America's Undeclared War, joins us to discuss the entrance of Kamala Harris into the 2024 election cycle and US foreign policy. Sam Husseini, independent journalist writing at husseini.substack.com and founder of VotePact.org, which encourages left-right cooperation, joins us to discuss Benjamin Ne…
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Netanyahu Visits Congress; Russia-Syria Meeting; US-Saudi Weapons Deal
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James Carey, host of The Left is Dead podcast, joins us to discuss the Israeli Prime Minister's visit to Congress to bolster support for its genocidal Gaza attacks and Vice President Kamala Harris's record on Israel. Mark Sleboda, an international relations and security analyst, joins us to discuss the recent talks between Chinese Foreign Minister …
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Biden is Out, but who Decides Kamala Harris is in?
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Find me and the show on social media. Click the following links or search @DrWilmerLeon on X/Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube! FULL TRANSCRIPT: Wilmer Leon (00:00): I am back. I'm back. I went to what I'm calling Cult Fest 2024, also known as the RNC in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. That was a site to behold. But with all that said, president Joe …
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Ukraine Signals Willingness to Talk; Temporary Calm in South China Sea; Netanyahu to DC
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Jeremy Kuzmarov, Managing Editor, Covert Action Magazine joins us to discuss the CrowdStrike computer incident and the Netanyahu visit to DC. Mark Sleboda, an international relations and security analyst joins us to discuss Ukrainian signals for negotiations and Russia’s Eurasian security plans. Thomas Mountain, historian and journalist, joins us t…
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Netanyahu to DC; Russian Iran Partnership; Maduro Set for Big Win
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Dr. Kenneth Hammond, writer and professor of East Asian and global history at New Mexico State University, joins us to discuss US attempts to interrupt China's influence in Latin America and the neocons continue to accuse China of supporting Russia in Ukraine. Mark Sleboda, an international relations and security analyst, discusses the comprehensiv…
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Biden Drops Reelection Bid; Russian Military Delegation to N Korea; CrowdStrike Computer Outage
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Dan Lazare, investigative journalist and author of America's Undeclared War, joins us to discuss the democrat’s election crisis as Joe Biden drops his bid for reelection and Kamala Harris looks to become the nominee. Mark Sleboda, an international relations and security analyst, joins us to discuss a Russian military delegation’s visit to North Kor…
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Weekly News Wrap-Up: Trump Convention Speech; NATO Threatens World War
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Dr. Richard Wolff, a professor of economics and host of "Democracy at Work" on YouTube, joins us to discuss Trump's convention speech and EU confiscation of Russian assets. Ray McGovern, former CIA analyst and co-founder of Veteran Intelligence Professionals for Sanity, joins us to discuss President Trump's agenda per his Bloomberg interview and co…
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Biden Crisis Deepens; Von der Leyen Says Turn EU Into War Union; US Intel Accuses Iran of Trump Plot
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Dr. Wilmer Leon, writer, political scientist, and co-host of The Critical Hour, joins us to discuss day three of the RNC and the controversy of Joe Biden’s cognitive abilities. George Szamuely, geopolitical analyst and author, discusses the Biden political crisis and the unstable French political system. Mark Sleboda, an international relations and…
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Lavrov Speaks at UNSC; Biden Holding on to Nomination; Incomprehensible Devastation in Gaza
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Mark Sleboda, an international relations and security analyst, joins us to discuss Russia’s search for a diplomatic ending to the Ukraine crisis at the UN. Dr. Wilmer Leon, writer, political scientist, and co-host of The Critical Hour, joins us to discuss day 2 of the RNC meeting and Biden’s quest to keep the nomination. Kim Ives, journalist and ed…
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Trump Picks VP; NATO Threatens China; Kremlin Responds to Zelensky Peace Proposal
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Dr. Wilmer Leon, writer, political scientist, and co-host of The Critical Hour, joins us to discuss the GOP convention. Mark Sleboda, an international relations and security analyst, joins us to discuss the Zelensky peace summit proposal and Russia's Asia strategy. George Koo, journalist, social activist, and international business consultant, disc…
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Trump Assassination Attempt; Ukrainian Men Die Fleeing Conscription
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Jim Kavanagh, political and cultural analyst and writer for JimKavanagh's substack and thepolemicist.net, joins us to discuss the assassination attempt against Donald Trump. Elijah Magnier, a veteran Middle East War correspondent, discusses the lack of coherent plans and strategies by the Israeli and US governments regarding the Middle East conflic…
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Weekly News Wrap-Up: NATO Threatens Russia and China; Biden on the Political Ropes
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Misty Winston, radio host, free speech activist, and press freedom activist, joins us to discuss the NATO conference and rumors that the Democrats will attempt to replace Joe Biden. Esther Iverem, artist, author, independent journalist, and host of On the Ground on WPFW Pacifica Radio, joins us to discuss the NATO conference and how the US works to…
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US Missiles to Germany; NATO Threatens China; Biden Determined to Stay in Race
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Mark Sleboda, an international relations and security analyst, joins us to discuss US plans to deploy missiles to Germany and the Russia/India partnership. Dr. Radhika Desai, author and professor in the Department of Political Studies and Director of the Geopolitical Economy Research Group at the University of Manitoba in Canada, joins us to discus…
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Dems Back Biden; Stoltenberg Says NATO Enlargement Was Tough Decision; US Imperialism Out of Africa
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Caleb Maupin, journalist and political analyst, joins us to discuss the US political crisis surrounding Joe Biden’s cognitive decline. Mark Sleboda, an international relations and security analyst, joins us to discuss NATO Chief Jen Stoltenberg’s admission that there was a concern about provoking Moscow as the military bloc contemplated expanding e…
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Biden to Congressional Black Caucus, 'I Need You;' Russia Decimates Ukraine Launchers
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Jon Jeter, journalist and author, joins us to discuss President Biden's meeting with the Congressional Black Caucus, the elected Democrats standing by the President, and the Kamala conundrum. Dr. Mohammad Marandi, Professor of English Literature and Orientalism at the University of Tehran, discusses Iran's new president, Masoud Pezeshkian, and Yeme…
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Nine House Democrats Call for President Biden to Step Down; NATO's Upcoming 75th Anniversary
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Misty Winston, radio host, free speech activist, and press freedom activist, joins us to discuss the nine House Democrats calling for Biden to step aside and the Democrats focusing attacks on right-wing Project 2025 pushed by Trump allies. Ted Rall, political cartoonist, syndicated columnist, and host of Final Countdown, joins us to discuss the Fre…
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Keir Starmer Appointed UK Prime Minister; Senior Israeli Lawmaker Suggests Nuclear Attack on Iran
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Dr. Anthony Monteiro, a retired academic, joins The Critical Hour to discuss Biden's resistance to calls for him to step down. Caleb Maupin, journalist and political analyst, joins the show to discuss the broader implications of British parliament elections. Tom Porter, retired academic and journalist joins to discuss the current political landscap…
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Putin and Xi at SCO Summit; NATO War Summit Coming to DC; BBC Host Says Biden Should Murder Trump
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Mark Sleboda, an international relations and security analyst, joins us to discuss President Joe Biden's wild speculations about Russia's foreign policy. Yawen Xu, Beijing-based CGTN radio journalist and international affairs commentator, joins us to discuss China's moves at the SCO Summit. Ann Wright, anti-war activist and former US Colonel, joins…
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Coup Attempt Reported in Kiev; Macron's Party Collapsing; Biden Running Campaign Damage Control
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Mark Sleboda, an international relations and security analyst, joins us to discuss a reported coup attempt in Kiev and Zelensky's latest peace plan. Dr. Radhika Desai, author and professor in the Department of Political Studies and Director of the Geopolitical Economy Research Group at the University of Manitoba in Canada, joins us to discuss the F…
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Zelensky Talks Negotiations; Biden Election Debacle; Israel Threatens Lebanon
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Ted Rall, political cartoonist, syndicated columnist, and host of Final Countdown, joins us to discuss the French election and political changes in the EU. KJ Noh, writer, activist, and teacher, joins us to discuss an article that argues that the US can learn from China's successes. George Szamuely, geopolitical analyst and author, joins us to disc…
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Weekly News Wrap-Up: Biden Debate Debacle; Assange Free; US Bioweapons in Africa
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Dr. Richard Wolff, a professor of economics and host of "Democracy at Work" on YouTube, joins us to discuss the Biden debate debacle and the economy. Caleb Maupin, journalist and political analyst, joins us to discuss the Biden debate debacle and the possibility of the Gaza war spreading. Jon Jeter, journalist and author, joins us to discuss the un…
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Failed Coup in Bolivia; Biden Trump Presidential Debate; US Expanding Bioweapons Programs in Africa
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Mark Sleboda, an international relations and security analyst, joins us to discuss the failed coup in Bolivia and the fallout from the US ATACMS attack on Crimea. Dr. Kenneth Hammond, writer and professor of East Asian and global history at New Mexico State University, discusses China's anti-corruption probe and Chinese operations in the Pacific Re…
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