Porkins Policy Review
Mike Swanson and Pearse Redmond take the wild ride with The Ochelli Effect hardly functional.
Pearse was part of Mike’s hour but we had two good hours of discussion.
It will be an interesting 70 days we endure. Are you ready for the season finale of The Trump Dope Show?
The Resistance War Against America is better known as The Vietnam War. Mike Swanson is currently working on a series of books devoted to the war.
Chuck and Mike discussed a wide range of individuals and historical realities related to many aspects of the conflict. Chuck discusses the flow of events in 1967 and 1968 while Mike fills in some recently revealed information regarding the Defense Secretary at the time.
This conversation was not planned and provides some remarkable insights into a rather dark chapter in American History.
In hour two, Pearse Redmond joined the show and discussed the most recent military coup in Bolivia. President Evo Morales seems to have stood in the way of multinational corporate cabals and their interests in the natural resources of Bolivia. Pearse discussed the idea that minerals often associated with batteries may have been the issue that was Morales undoing.
The pressures and general conditions of narco-trafficking are examined alongside the curious grant of asylum by another state struggling with Narco-concerns, Mexico.
Show Notes:
Bolivia coup led by Christian fascist paramilitary leader and millionaire – with foreign support
On TYR’s Day, A Cornucopia of Phobias and fabricated amblyopia deconstruct dreams of utopia. Michael Swanson started things off by examining the evolving social media/advertising head games driving personal interactions, Fame, and many walks of shame.
Facebook is for grandpa. The toxic anti-social media platform has been a thing for nearly a generation. What happened to your news stories and inspirations for outrage? Is it about to become more fertile digital soil for cults of personality to blossom within?
Venezuela is the focus in the second hour. Pearse Redmond and Chuck break down the alleged uprising and even speculate about the reality that may be unfolding while the MSM runs it’s standard mocking bird programming. Is anyone else reminded of “The Bay of Pigs”?
Are fake news and the anti-social media going to continue dominating public perceptions? Will the truth remain trapped behind enemy lines on the far side of the great Fire Wall?
Are the resource pirates with private armies merely utilizing the digital weapons developed in the internet age to make the repeating blueprint of regime change and population control continue far beyond 2020?
Show Notes:
Leopoldo Lopez escapes to Spainish Embassy
Soldiers involved in coup reportedly claiming asylum in Brazilian embassy
“El personalismo de Guaidó ha puesto en peligro el alzamiento contra Maduro”
Live Updates: Venezuelan Govt Says Guaido Coup Failed, Lopez Hides in Chile’s Embassy
Clashes rock Venezuela as Guaido, Maduro vie for power
Exclusive – Blackwater founder’s latest sales pitch: mercenaries for Venezuela
Pompeo claims Russia stopped Maduro leaving Venezuela for Cuba
Venezuela – Guaidó Got Snookered – White House Starts Beating War Drums
Top general: US military focused on collecting intelligence in Venezuela
Ricardo Vaz of Venezuelanalysis.com joined me to discuss the ongoing regime change operations in Venezuela. We stared off by discussing the recent return of so called “interim president” Juan Guaido after his visit to several Latin American including Colombia and Brazil. Ricardo talked about the muted response from Maduro, who allowed Guaido to return with out a fuss after being banned from international travel. Ricardo also talked about the response on the ground in Venezuela to Guaido’s return, and the fact that he appears to be losing some momentum as a political leader. We also talked about Guaido’s recent travel where he was allegedly scolded by US Vice President Mike Pence in Venezuela. Ricardo and I also broke down some of the wild statistics that figures like Guaido and John Bolton have been bandying about. We focused on the claims of 600 army defections and 20,000 Cuban intelligence operatives working inside Venezuela. We also touched on the devastating impact of the sanctions on medicine like insulin and the bridge-aid standoff . We fished off the conversation by discussing some of the other opposition figures including Leopoldo Lopez, Julio Borges, and Juan Requesens.
Show Notes:
Guaido Returns to Venezuela amid US Threats Against Maduro
Trump Renews Venezuela Emergency Decree as Maduro Dismisses Guaido Threat
Another Failed Coup in Venezuela?
An Ocean of Lies on Venezuela: Abby Martin & UN Rapporteur Expose Coup
Debunking Four Mistruths About Venezuela’s Humanitarian Aid Showdown
Heavily Armed Soldiers Aborted a Plan to Enter Venezuela by Force
‘What the Hell Is Going On?’ How a Small Group Seized Control of Venezuela’s Opposition
Michael Swanson joined me this month to discuss the ongoing political and economic crisis facing Venezuela. We talked about the United States efforts to overthrow President Maduro and replace him with the unknown Juan Guaido. Michael and I talked about the history of US backed coups in Central and South America. Michael and I discussed the economic warfare against Venezuela, including the looting of gold by the Bank of England. We also talked about the role that neocon lunatic John Bolton has played. We talked about the so called “Troika of Tyranny” and if this represents the direction of Trump’s foreign policy and legacy.
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Return guest Keelan Balderson of WideShut.co.uk was my guest in the first hour. We discussed his recently remastered documentary “The Chris Benoit Files.” The film explores the brutal murder/suicide of WWE star Chris Benoit, his wife Nancy, and seven year old son Daniel Benoit. Keelan breaks down the three day long crime which ended with Chris Benoit’s suicide. Keelan attempted to dispel many of the popular conspiracy theories as we attempted to understand how such an extreme and horrific act could be committed. We also touched on WWE’s official response, the media firestorm over so called “roid rage.” We also discusses how Benoit’s repeated head injuries resulted in Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy, a degenerative disease which probably played a significant role in his unspeakable acts.
In the second hour University of Pittsburgh Law professor Daniel Kovalik joined me to discuss the current political situation in Nicaragua. We talked about the history of U.S. interference in the Central American nation from the 1950s to early 1990s. Daniel talked about the United States’ repeated efforts to destabilize and unseat the Sandinista government of Daniel Ortega. We explored the root causes of the recent protest movement, much of which stems from proposed social welfare reforms. Daniel talked about the violence that has taken place in Managua and other cities, and how this has been distorted in Western media. Later we talked about the failed assassination attempt of Venezuelan President Maduro, right-wing resistance to an independent leftist Latin America, and Trump’s plans for the region.
Show Notes:
Chris Benoit Conspiracy Theories Debunked: What Really Happened?
The Plot to Scapegoat Russia: How the CIA and the Deep State Have Conspired to Vilify Putin
The Plot to Attack Iran: How the CIA and the Deep State Have Conspired to Vilify Iran
UN Security Council to discuss Nicaragua crisis
Congress looks to give Nicaragua a taste of what it feels like to be Iran
The Empire Turns Its Sights on Nicaragua – Again!
The US & Nicaragua: a Case Study in Historical Amnesia & Blindness
Exclusive: Nicaragua’s Ortega says ‘ready to meet Trump’
Marco Rubio: ‘Very Strong Argument’ for Military Invasion of Venezuela
Trump Administration Discussed Coup Plans With Rebel Venezuelan Officers
Tom Secker of Spy Culture joins me to discuss the season 7 premiere of Homeland. We start off by giving a quick recap of the previous season which saw a faction of the deep state attempt to assassinate President Elect Elibazeth Keane. Tom and I then dive into this season, which breaks with Homeland protocol, and picks up 52 days after the events of season 6. We talk about where we are: President Keane locking up the supposed coup plotters, Carrie trying to expose her overreach, and Brett O’Keefe trying to “tell the truth.” We discuss our general thoughts on this griping first episode and discuss why we are excited for the season progression. We then move onto one of the main themes of this season, the various characters defense and love of the state. Tom and I look at Carrie and Saul and how they represent the “good” CIA trying to restore democracy and civil liberties. We talk about the clever way show runner Alex Gansa and the CIA have inserted this idea without even mentioning the agency once. Tom and I also talk about my favorite character Brett O’Keefe, also known as Alex Jones. Later on we explore the real world parallels that Homeland is introducing including: fractured political state, the threat of an omnipresent deep state after the president, and how Homeland mimics the way families are being torn apart by Trump’s America.
In the second hour Tom and I talk about the interesting mention of 4chan by O’Keefe. I also talk about my theory that they are obliquely referencing Qanon in this episode. We then move onto the climactic scene where coup plotter General McClendon is assassinated inside a federal prison. Tom and I theorize as to who was behind this. I lay out my theory that this may have been a third unknown actor, most likely the Russians. Tom and I finish off by touching on a very revealing interview Alex Gansa gave to Variety. We talk about Gansa’s comments that the CIA is working with the New York Times and the Washington Post, as well as his own reference to the deep state going after Trump. I round out the episode by going off about the recent cornstarch anthrax letter that was sent to Donald Trump Jr. I talk about Jack Posobiec’s idiotic comments and lack of historical knowledge about the government orchestrated 2001 Anthrax attacks, as well as Julian Assange’s claims that he received a letter with white powder.
Show Notes:
‘Homeland’ Boss on Season 7’s Trump Inspiration, Alex Jones and RIP Peter Quinn
PPR episode 125 North Korea Anthrax Propaganda with Robbie Martin
Donald Trump Jr.’s Wife Taken to Hospital After White-Powder Scare
Tom Secker joins me to wrap up our series of episodes focusing on the sixth season of Homeland. We begin by discussing our thoughts on seeing Dar Adal behind bars (I was quite upset about this). We then move onto some of the major . We discuss what the overarching goals are for the CIA. Ideas and moments in the final two episodes. Tom and I discuss the significance of the show talking about the infamous Office of Policy Coordination and its role in the attempted assassination against the President Elect. We explore why the agency would want the show to mention this. Tom and I also dissect Saul’s assertion that they are fighting back against a CIA engineered coup. Tom talk’s about how this is an oft used plot device in CIA sponsored media. The agency has long glorified the violent revolution orchestrated by themselves. Tom and I ponder if this is one of the goals of this season. We also talk about how this season of Homeland has managed to mimic our current political system better than any other show to date. We touch on the fact that Donald Trump reversed course on all his promises at the same time that the fictional Homeland president does a similar reversal. We also touch on this seasons continued use of the concept of a deep state, and the idea that the CIA are the good guys fighting against it.
In the second hour Tom and I discuss the recent admission by Alex Jones’ lawyer that he is in fact nothing more than a performance artist. We talk about how in some ways this mimics the Brett O’Keefe character on Homeland. Tom and I talk about the impact that this will have on both the alt-media and politics in general. We touch on the idea that there is a reshuffling going on within sectors of the right-wing mainstream and alternative media. I finish off the episode by talking about the recent passing of Will Grigg, his legacy, and how we can help out his family.
Show Notes:
InfoWars’ Alex Jones is a ‘performance artist playing a character’ says his lawyer
On this episode Christoph and I start off with our favorite Georgian politician, Mikheil Saakashvili, and his most recent meddling in his native country. While ostensibly operating as governor of Odessa, Saakashvili was recently caught on tape advising the owner and director of popular TV station Rustavi 2 on how to instigate a violent confrontation with the goverment. The pro-Saakashvili channel has been in a long legal dispute and the current regime has trued multiple times to shut it down. Christoph explains what is at stake for Rustavi 2 and how Saakashvili has been inserting himself into the situation. We discuss his plans to start a “revolution” by orchestrating a violent government showdown. We also talk about Georgia’s recent descion to buy natural gas from Russia and Iran. Christoph breaks down the reasons for this and address’ the persistan claims that the Georgian Dream Coalition is “pro-Russian.”
Next we move to Syria and the startling rumors of Chinese involvement in the war. We discuss a series of reports about Chinese naval vessels and military advisers arriving in Syria. Next we talk about the growing Uighur presence in places such as Jisr al Shughour and Deir ez-Zour. We break down the increasing role of the Turkistan Islamic Party (TIP) with in the jihadi movement, but also their role in bringing hundreds of Uighur’s to Syria. We explore how all of this has forced China’s hand to a degree when in comes to fighting international terrorism.
For our third section Christoph and I explore the recent shooting down of a Russian jet by the Turkish military. We breakdown the reality of what actually happened, and provide a detailed analysis as to why Turkey carried out this action. We talk about Russia’s recent targeting of Turkish backed Turkem fighters, and how this one was one of the major factors for Turkey downing the fighter jet. Christoph explains how this was probably a joint US-Turkey operation separate from the NATO power structure. Christoph also tells us about the leader of the Turkem fighters and his true identity as a Turkish national and son of a Turkish mayor. As we round out the section we explore the ISIS oil smuggling routes that have also been bombed by Russia. We talk about how much of this lucrative trade is being overseen and brokered Bilal Erdogan, son of president Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Christoph also gives his predictions as to the sorts of steps Russia will be taking in the near future.
For our weird terrorism section we discuss South Korea’s claims that ISIS and North Korea are in league with one another. As if that isn’t weird enough, we also touch on China’s claim that the Dailai Lama supports ISIS.
Christoph and I also briefly discuss a new media project that Sibel Edmonds is starting that both of us will be a part of.
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Show Notes:
Saakashvili coup attempt:
“Rustavi 2 is a hostage of United National Movement,” Luka Kurtanidze
The New Great Game Round-Up #111 – U.S. Tries to Keep Georgia In Line
The New Great Game Round-Up #113 – Georgian Government Determined to Destroy Saakashvili Party
Wiretapped Recordings of Saakashvili Discussing Rustavi 2 TV Leaked
Saakashvili comments on leaked phone calls
Georgia strips ex-president Saakashvili of citizenship
Georgia’s “De-Georgianized” Ex-President Mikheil Saakashvili Vows a Comeback
Georgia wants gas from Russia & Iran:
Georgia Now Wants Gas From Russia and Iran
Anti-Gazprom rally outside Ivanishvili’s residence
Kakha Kaladze to hold working meetings with Gazprom
China in Syria:
China’s Main Mission: South China Sea, Not Syria
China says not planning to send military ships to Syria
BEN CARSON: Here’s the evidence that China is involved in Syria
Porkins Great Game Ep. 9 – The Death of Mullah Omar
Foreigners detained on the Turkish-Syrian border in 2015 (Turkish)
China Ministry Links Antiterror Efforts to Paris Tragedy
ISIS Releases Slickly-Produced Mandarin Song Seeking Chinese Recruits
China says Islamic State song in Mandarin shows need for global cooperation
If Assad asks, China can deploy troops to Syria
Turkey downs Russian jet:
Assad forces, Russian air strikes target Turkmen villages in Syria
Turkey summons Russian envoy over bombing of Turkmens in Syria: PM
Confused Turkish nationalists protest Russian air strikes in front of Dutch Consulate
US air force Gen Selva visits Ankara to discuss terror, Syria
ISW: Turkey Shoots Down Russian Jet Supporting Syrian Regime Offensive
https://twitter.com/batchelorshow/status/670093050316722176
The real reason for Turkey’s shoot-down of the Russian jet
Vladimir Putin claims US ‘leaked’ to Turkey the flight path of downed Russian jet
Syrian Turkmen commander who ‘killed’ Russian pilot turns out to be Turkish ultranationalist
Turkish Grey Wolves are participating in the blockade of Crimea
Russia vows to continue Syria air strikes close to Turkish border
Russia exposes Turkey-ISIS oil trade:
Former CIA chief says environmental concerns prevented bombing of Islamic State oil wells
Putin Names And Shames Obama Into Bombing IS Oil Smugglers
Russian warplanes disrupt ISIS oil sales channels; destroy 500 terrorist oil trucks in Syria
PBS NewsHour Uses Russian Airstrike Footage While Claiming U.S. Airstrike Successes
Russia has ‘more proof’ ISIS oil routed through Turkey, Erdogan says he’ll resign if it’s true
Russian military reveals new details of ISIS funding
Turkish PM accuses Russia of ‘ethnic cleansing’ in Syria
With Russian air support, PYD strives to make gains in NW Syria
U.S. Urges Turkey to Seal Border
Turkey deploys military reinforcements to Syria border
Turkey gives the cold shoulder to US proposal to seal Syria border
North Korea/Dalai Lama-ISIS:
South Korean lawmakers accuse North of helping Islamic State
Turkey has proof of Russian involvement in Daesh oil, President Erdoğan says
Assad’s Secret: Evidence Points to Syrian Push for Nuclear Weapons
A Chinese official said the Dalai Lama supports the Islamic State. Ridiculous and telling
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Music:
On this week’s episode we spoke with our good friend Tom Secker the host of ClandesTime. Tom and I discussed John Frankenheimer’s 1964 classic, Seven Days in May. Made at the behest of John F. Kennedy, this incredible film follows a Marine Colonel’s efforts to stop a military coup from being implemented by a right-wing cabal led by the head of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General William Matoon Scott. Set amidst Cold War paranoia, Seven Days in May is in many ways one of the original truther films. Tom and I discuss several themes within the film that mimicked real life events: the fact that this film makes explicit mention of the parallel structure known as “Continuity of Government;” the fact that this movie mentions, in quite specific detail, the Mount Weather FEMA facility nearly fifteen years before its existence would ever be know to the American people. We move onto some of the real life coup d’etats within American history and how they relate to Seven Days in May. We focus on the alleged “Business Plot” against FDR and how it was ultimately foiled by General Smedley Butler. We also speak about the attempted Reagan assassination and how this really represented a coup by militarist neocons such as George Bush and Alexander Haig. We explore the real-life inspiration for the antagonist in Seven Days in May, right-winger General Edwin Walker, and his connection not only with the JFK assassination, but also with his role in supporting the narrative that Lee Harvey Oswald was the lone gunman. Tom and I also get into the reality of who Kennedy was, and give our takes on why in fact he was murdered in Dealy Plaza. Later we move onto the numerous bizarre connections between director John Frankenheimer and the Kennedy family. Lastly we focus on Frankenheimer’s relationship with the RFK assassination, as well as Seven Days in May producer Edward Lewis’ foray into conspiracy culture. Let me just add that Seven Days in May is truly a spectacular, one-of-a-kind movie. There is nothing I can think of that really comes close to it in terms of bravery and substance. So please do watch the film before listening to this podcast.
Show notes:
Civil Defense Doomsday Hideaway
Is This Bush’s Secret Bunker
The White House Coup 1933 (BBC)
The Facist Plot to Overthrow FDR
McCormack-Dickstein Committee Hearings on “The Business Plot”
Mae Brussell: “Alexander Haig is angry. Time for a shoot out at the White House” (3/28/1981)
Mae Brussell: “Ronald Regan Assassination Attempt part 1” (4/5/81)
Mae Brussell: “Ronald Regan Assassination Attempt part 2” (4/12/81)
Mae Brussell: “Ronald Regan Assassination Attempt part 3” (4/19/81)
Edwin Walker
US House of Reps. Select Committee on Assassinations: George De Mohrenschildt
John Frankenheimer’s The Manchurian Candidate Plays to a Full House After 26 Years
Music:
Jerry Goldsmith – “Seven Days in May”
Lou Reed – “The Day John Kennedy Died”
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