In this episode of the Silk and Steel podcast, host Carl Zha welcomes back Dr. Warwick Powell – expert on international geopolitics and China – to break down the current global crisis.

🔍 What you'll learn:

• Why Trump "tacoed" on Iran – and why he can't declare victory

• The $100 billion war cost – and what the US is cutting instead (education, school lunches)

• AUKUS submarines: Australia paying billions for SECOND-HAND US subs (no warranty)

• The "constrained optimality" Orwellian bureaucratese – and the citizen's commission fighting back

• Shangri-La Dialogue: Why Hegseth didn't mention Taiwan (and why that terrifies Taipei)

• Japan & Philippines drawing ocean boundaries – through Taiwan's EEZ

• Why the US forward base network is now unviable (Iran proved it)

• China's oil reserves: 1.4 billion barrels (larger than US, Japan & Europe combined)

• The "oil reserves filled with water" meme – anti-China copium explained

• Coal-to-liquid, Russian oil, and why China is fine – while Japan is buying naphtha from China

• Dirty wars ahead: US shifting from conventional to unconventional warfare

🎙️ Key quotes:

"China has barely touched its known reserves. The dissidents just hate that China got well prepared."

"The US is now a combination of extraction and perfidy."

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Jerm and Vanessa Beeley explore the complexities of humour in conflict zones, the ongoing trauma faced by people in Lebanon and Gaza, and the disturbing realities of child exploitation within Israeli society. They discuss Israel's global influence, the geopolitical implications of resource control, and the future of Israel in the context of international relations. The dialogue highlights the importance of humour as a coping mechanism amidst serious issues and the interconnectedness of global politics.

Vanessa goes on to discuss the implications of US foreign policy on American citizens, the influence of Christian Zionism, and Iran's strategic independence in the face of global powers.

The discussion also touches on the complexities of global alliances and the importance of finding common ground in the discourse around geopolitical issues.

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Mike Robinson, Patrick Henningsen, and Basil Valentine present today's UK Column News.

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00:00 Introduction

00:41 War: Ukraine update and analysis of UK’s position

11:35 Lebanon: Ceasefire or no ceasefire? That is the question

18:39 Polanski: Green leader backs campaign monitoring IDF Brits

26:37 UK Column — 20th Anniversary Event

27:32 Piker Ban: Controversial cancelling comes under fire

38:52 Albania: Private island one big investment opportunity

47:52 Vaccines: AI is designing jabs (and the BBC loves it)

54:05 Ofcom AI: New guidelines claim neutrality but show direction of travel

57:07 In Case You Missed It: Stories spotted by our UKC sleuths

Jerm interviews Alex Michael, aka the Conspiracy Music Guru. He traces his musical journey, the impact of events like 9/11 on his work, and the controversial debate around music tuning standards — specifically 440 Hz versus 432 Hz. Alex explains how these frequencies affect well-being and the healing power of music, as backed by various studies. The conversation highlights how Alex's music has evolved, driven by a desire to weave critical messages into his art.

Alex goes on to discuss the significance of tuning in music, particularly the differences between 432 Hz and the standard 440 Hz. He explores how mainstream artists are often boxed in by industry standards, which limits their creative freedom. The discussion digs into the emotional impact of music frequencies on listeners, the challenges artists face within the industry, and the conspiracy theories that surround iconic musicians. Alex also shares his insights on music production, the importance to create music with a message, and practical ways for both musicians and listeners to explore alternative tunings.

https://www.conspiracymusicguru.com

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Royal Navy and British Army veterans Brian and Charles examine the circumstances surrounding the grounding of New Zealand naval vessel HMNZS Manawanui in 2024.

They pay particular attention to the competencies of the crew and captain as the ship was under the command of a female Royal Navy officer who was not formally qualified for the role. This point was glossed over by the Inquiry.

The conversation then leads into a wider discussion about the failure of current military leadership, its failure to address the deliberate destruction of their respective services and the pernicious current of political influence.

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In this episode of the Silk & Steel Podcast, Carl Zha sits down with returning guest Einar Tangen to unpack the confusing and often contradictory signals coming from Washington.

While President Donald Trump publicly praises Xi Jinping and speaks of cooperation with China, senior U.S. officials continue to warn allies about the so-called China threat. What explains this disconnect?

Carl and Einar explore:

• Trump's approach to diplomacy and personal relationships with world leaders

• Why Washington's messaging on China appears contradictory

• The strategic importance of China's dominance in rare earth supply chains

• America's military-industrial challenges and rearmament concerns

• The ongoing tensions surrounding Iran and the Strait of Hormuz

• The growing burden of U.S. debt and its geopolitical implications

• The future of U.S.-China relations in an increasingly multipolar world

• Whether confrontation or cooperation will define the next decade

This wide-ranging discussion examines the economic, military, and political forces reshaping global power—and what they could mean for the future of international relations.

Key Topics

⏱️ Trump's Beijing Visit

⏱️ U.S.-China Strategic Competition

⏱️ Rare Earth Supply Chains

⏱️ Pentagon vs White House Messaging

⏱️ Iran and the Strait of Hormuz

⏱️ U.S. National Debt Crisis

⏱️ Multipolar World Order

⏱️ Global Geopolitics

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Debbie Lerman and Jerm explore the deeper layers of COVID-19, the military involvement, bioweapons, propaganda, and the importance of critical thought to uncover truth behind global events.

https://debbielerman.substack.com

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Charles Malet, Mike Robinson and Vanessa Beeley present today’s UK Column News.

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00:00 Introduction

00:46 Sikh Attack: Analysis and comment of murder. With special guest Kuldeep Singh Deol

18:40 US & Israel: Military to merge

23:30 UK Column — 20th Anniversary Event

25:14 War Crimes: MSM in breach of Humanitarian Law

30:10 AI: Big Brother is definitely watching you

35:30 Lebanon/Iran: Two are currently indivisible

48:20 Age Verification: Means identity verification

52:22 Albania: New Epstein Island

57:39 Covid Inquiry: Criticism of modelling continues

In this banter session, Jerm and Charles explore the nature of creativity, its evolution, and the impact of AI on artistic expression and society.

The conversation delves into how modern environments and technology influence our ability to create and innovate.

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Ben Rubin and Brian Gerrish follow up our March 2026 interview with Nick Griffin in this wide-ranging conversation about the key points the interview raised and the reaction it received.

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In this live stream, Carl Zha and Daniel Dumbril react to viral tweets, debunk propaganda, and laugh at the most unhinged anti-China content on the internet.

🔍 What you'll learn:

• The "CCP lifted 800M out of poverty – who put them there?" trap (and why it backfires)

• Manus AI deal explained: Why China blocked the Facebook sale

• The $5,000-per-video anti-China AI propaganda campaign (funded by Palantir)

• "Alcohol training centers" for Uyghurs – the meme that fooled a Georgetown professor

• Why a flaming gay Uyghur barista proves Xinjiang propaganda is fake

• Fake money in Chongqing – Chinese police vs. US police (Carl's LA gun story)

• The 1904 British law that banned Chinese from living on Victoria Peak

• Gordon Chang's psychological issues & why he's unhinged

• Donald Trump: "We're like pirates" (US Navy admits it)

• Justin Trudeau's Bombardier story – "we white people gotta stick together"

• US Navy AI-generated food photos (sailor tasting stainless steel)

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