Stock market finishes the worst September since 2011. Silver down on the month, but outperforms stock market on the quarter. Stephen Roach speculates 35% collapse in the US dollar in 2021. Paying taxes is nobody’s patriotic duty. Home appraisers aren’t racist. Democrats pissed they can’t
As the world continues to grapple with the coronavirus, neoliberalism itself is on trial. What are some of the lessons to be learned? And what needs to be changed? CrossTalking with Dmitry Babich, Alexander Mercouris, and Alex Christoforou.
The #coronavirus is a global health danger that has yet to be contained. This virus has also raised questions about the integrity of supply chains, open borders, and the weaknesses of globalization. And dangerously, this virus is being used as a political weapon. CrossTalking with
Bob Dylan once said: “Money doesn’t talk – it screams.” Former Republican New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg is proving this. Just the sheer force of lavish spending has made him a serious contender to capture the Democratic nomination. Are we experiencing peak Trump derangement
We are told, “It’s a total meltdown.” Confusion consumes Iowa as officials struggle to report voting results. Are the botched Iowa caucuses the ultimate political metaphor of our times? CrossTalking with Rory Riley-Topping, Kevin Chavous, and Quardricos Driskell. See Also: (Crosstalk) – CrossTalk on Political
Up until recently, politics were about policy preferences and ways to implement them. That is not the case today. Your political views are now what define you as a person. And there is a moral dimension. Bias against those who are not politically correct is
The NATO military alliance is a relic from the Cold War. Back then it was relevant and even necessary. Today it is an alliance in search of a mission. That search has almost completely entailed eastern expansion towards Russia. But a lingering question remains –
Spoiler alert! This edition of the program is not about the Trump impeachment drama. Instead, we focus on Ukraine. And why are the corporate media so misleading about the military coup in Bolivia? See Also: (Crosstalk) – CrossTalk: Bolivia’s Coup Those who consume corporate media
Big tech and the political left unite! The age of the gag order is underway. And, is Boris Johnson set to win and win big in the general election? Brexit, it would seem, has changed everything. CrossTalking with Dmitry Babich, Alex Christoforou, and Marcus Papadopoulos.
All across the Middle East and beyond there are large scale protests and growing political instability. In many countries the old ways of doing business have only enriched privileged elites, while the prospects for the many are few and far in between. Do the elites
The Duran’s Alex Christoforou and Editor-in-Chief Alexander Mercouris discuss WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange’s appearance in a UK court, where he appeared struggled to recall his name and often times looked confused and distraught as to what was happening to him. See Also: (The Duran) –
The Duran’s Alex Christoforou and Editor-in-Chief Alexander Mercouris discuss two false Ukrainegate narratives pushed out by the Democrats, and their neoliberal media puppets, surrounding Rudy Giuliani and the CIA gossip-blower. Is the Deep State, and the Democrat party, ready dig into the coup of 2014
Israel’s parliamentary elections have again ended in deadlock. The electorate is divided – divided on the political right. Sitting Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says, “It’s either my right-wing bloc, or a dangerous Arab-backed government.” How does this kind of rhetoric bode for the Palestinians and
The Duran – Streamed live on Aug 14, 2019 See Also: (The Duran) – 7 Questions Surrounding Jeffrey Epstein’s Mysterious Death The Duran’s Alex Christoforou and Editor-in-Chief Alexander Mercouris discuss seven unanswered questions about Jeffrey Epstein’s death that investigators and news outlets should be trying
If we ever needed an anti-war movement, it is obviously now. Trump’s hyper-aggressive foreign policy faces little resistance in the mainstream media. In fact, numerous liberal news outlets function as cheerleaders for the president. Where is the moral outrage? CrossTalking with Medea Benjamin, Walter Smolarek,
The Bear and the Dragon. Over the last few years the Russia-China relationship has grown in depth and magnitude. It is not hard to understand why. With Russia constantly demonized and sanctioned, and China targeted as a serious western security threat, it is no wonder
The Duran’s Alex Christoforou and Editor-in-Chief Alexander Mercouris discuss CNN’s latest attempt to discredit and smear Julian Assange with assertions that Assange set up a command center in the Ecuador embassy where he coordinated WikiLeaks to work in concert with Russia so as to meddle
Is it finally time to declare Antifa a domestic terrorist group? Is it finally time for the left to condemn Antifa’s use of violence and intimidation? And is it finally time for the liberal media to call out Antifa’s strident violations of civil and human
The Duran’s Alex Christoforou and Editor-in-Chief Alexander Mercouris discuss the aggressive seizure of a tanker carrying Iranian crude oil to Syria, by the British Royal Marines off the coast of Gibraltar. Police and customs agents say that the tanker was in breach of European Union
A new foreign policy think tank will start business challenging foreign policy orthodoxies. It is called the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft. This is not an ordinary think tank. It is funded by Charles Koch and George Soros among others. Talk about strange bedfellows! Can
Parts of Jared Kushner’s ‘Deal of the Century’ have been made public and the reception has not been good. Focusing on aid and infrastructure, the deal is silent on the most contentious political issues. And for all intents and purposes, the long-proposed two-state solution appears
Contradicting news headlines claim that Trump ordered srikes against Iran, while at the same time calling off those very strikes. What is Trump aiming to do with the Iran? Neocons are thirsty for war. Meanwhile Putin gave his annaul marathon Q&A session as the world
Describing the Trump administration’s Iran policy as confusing, contradictory, and even incoherent would be an understatement. As members of his administration beat the drums of war, the president suddenly injects himself into the conversation with words to the contrary. What is the world to think?
The Trump administration is again obsessed with Iran. Without evidence or facts, Iran is simply to be blamed for everything under the sun. And then there is John Bolton. Are his days at the National Security Council numbered? CrossTalking with Dmitry Babich, Charles Shoebridge, and
Now it’s Mexico’s turn. Are Trump’s new tariffs actually a message to China? Also, impeachment picks up steam. And a post-mortem of the EU elections. CrossTalking with Glenn Diesen, Alex Christoforou, and John Laughland.
The European Union’s elites have suffered another humiliating black eye. All across Europe voters put the elites on notice: The status quo is not working for the people. The surge to the right and the rise of populism may be a game changer. Will the
RT CrossTalk host Peter Lavelle and The Duran’s Alex Christoforou discuss how the establishment mainstream media and various politicians who aggressively opposed Julian Assange after the 2016 US Presidential election, have now suddenly had a change of heart, after realizing the imminent danger to their
Brexit claims another victim. Who will replace Theresa May? BoJo is waiting in the wings. And, Trump’s very confusing and contradictory Iran policy. Who is in charge? CrossTalking with Dmitry Babich, Marcus Papadopoulos, and John Laughland
It was only days ago we were told the US was preparing to strike Iran for non-specific reasons to deter non-specific threats. Then the narrative simply disappeared into thin air. Just exactly what is the Trump administration’s policy regarding Iran? And where is Trump in
Is China and the US entering an endgame? The battle lines have been drawn and demands made. In this trade war it appears both sides are preparing for the long haul. What does it mean to win a trade war? What does it mean to
Manufacturing narratives: What really happened in Syria? What is really happening in Iran? Also, is the UK becoming ungovernable? CrossTalking with Glenn Diesen, Charles Shoebridge, and Alexander Mercouris.
Is Donald Trump’s National Security Advisor John Bolton a clear and present danger to America and the world? His saber-rattling in the Middle East, particularly against Iran, should concern us all. We are forced to ask a fundamental question – is Bolton the primary architect
If we ever needed an anti-war movement, it is obviously now. Trump’s hyper-aggressive foreign policy faces little resistance in the mainstream media. In fact, numerous liberal news outlets function as a cheerleaders for the president. Where is the moral outrage? CrossTalking with Medea Benjamin, Walter
Chris Hughes, Mark Zuckerberg’s Harvard roommate and Facebook’s first spokesman said in an op-ed that Facebook has become too powerful in terms of its market dominance and its influence on public life, and that the only solution would be for the government to step in.
A recent report from the UK’s Foreign Office highlights in detail the persecution of Christians around the world. In the Middle East – the cradle of Christianity – Christians face extinction. Why is it deemed politically incorrect to defend the West’s foundational religion? CrossTalking with
War and memory: Today marks the 74th anniversary of Victory over fascism in Europe. The end of that conflict created the modern world order – and it still does. CrossTalking with Glenn Diesen, Geoffrey Roberts, and Martin Folly.
The clouds of war are beginning to form. The only question is where exactly will the neocon-neoliberal alliance strike, and will US President Trump have the courage to put a stop to a Bolton-Pompeo war machine on the march. – MSNBC and Maddow push Bolton
RT CrossTalk host Peter Lavelle and The Duran’s Alex Christoforou discuss Venezuelan opposition leader Juan Guaido’s spectacular failure to start a military uprising against the Maduro government on Tuesday. Puppet Guaido’s poorly executed coup has not discouraged D.C. swamp warmongers (on both sides of the
Guaido posted a video filmed near an air base in Caracas, calling for decisive action against the Maduro government. Standing behind him were several people in military uniforms – apparently meant to be a living testament to the support of the army. The opposition leader
To force regime change in Iran, the Trump administration risks upending the global oil markets. Also, if you want a Russian passport, being a citizen of Ukraine could help. CrossTalking with Dmitry Babich, Alexander Mercouris and John Laughland.
The Trump administration is on the offensive around the globe. As a candidate, Trump called out neocons for supporting American military adventures. Now many of them work for the president. In this administration the very idea of diplomacy is absent. It relies on threats and
What is the definition of insanity? Doubling down on a conspiracy theory. And why Russia may be the key to peace on the Korean peninsula. CrossTalking with Dmitry Babich, Alex Christoforou, and Marcus Papadopoulos. See Also: (Crosstalk) – The Duran Live: E35. Elections…Past, Present, and
RT CrossTalk host Peter Lavelle and The Duran’s Alex Christoforou discuss how US President Donald Tump appears to have ceded his popular 2016 ‘no more wars’ campaign message and policy position to Bernie Sanders and any other US 2020 candidate willing to grad onto a
Is it finally over? Have we finally reached the expiration date of the Russiagate conspiracy hoax? Probably not. By definition conspiracy theorists are never satisfied. But a few things are for sure: confidence in government has taken a hit, and the reputation of the media
The activity known as journalism is under assault – and it didn’t start with the prosecution of Julian Assange and WikiLeaks. Once it was a noble act to report on the nefarious activities of those in power. Now it is being criminalized. Free speech is
On this edition of the program we discuss one and one issue only: the fate of Julian Assange and the fate of journalism itself. CrossTalking with Xavier Moreau, John Laughland, and Alexander Mercouris.
Main Stream Media cowards and globalist elite swamp creatures continue to bash Assange, but Tucker Carlson and Tulsi Gabbard stood up for free speech and journalism. Gabbard said Assange arrest is a message to Americans See Also: (The Duran) – Geopolitical Blowback From U.S. Decision
Ecuador’s president Moreno withdrew the asylum of Wikileaks Founder Julian Assange. WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange was taken out of the Ecuadorian Embassy in London by authorities where he has spent the last six years in asylum. RT reports that’s only a day after WikiLeaks Editor-in-Chief
What drives American foreign policy? At its core, is it really about furthering national interests? Is there an ideological foundation that is a driver? We are told it is all about democracy. Or is it really all about power and the purposeful denial of agency
Join Alexander Mercouris, Peter Lavelle, and Alex Christoforou to discuss: Libya in chaos, war looms Europe split on Brexit extension America divided over Mueller Report NATO at 70 Venezuela, Syria, Ukraine…and much more…
This year the NATO alliance is 70 years old – is time now to shut down this Cold War relic? Also, liberal media can’t say sorry and choke on Russiagate. CrossTalking with Dmitry Babich, Marcus Papadopoulos, and Alex Christoforou.
RT CrossTalk host Peter Lavelle and The Duran’s Alex Christoforou take a look at how former CIA directors, are passing around a “briefing book” to 2020 Democrat Presidential, candidates to counteract what they call ‘fake news’ and ‘foreign election interference’. Michael Morell and John McLaughlin
The tragic comedy known as Russiagate is slowly becoming a part of history. The resistance continues to resist Trump, but clearly the president has the wind at his back. Now is the time for a great reckoning. What are the lessons to be learned? And
Finally. Robert Mueller has completed his investigation into so-called Trump collusion with Russia. There are no additional indictments. The report is finished, but the fallout continues. CrossTalking with Xavier Moreau, Marcus Papadopoulos, and Alex Christoforou.
Most of us are taught and believe that we live in a society based on merit and equal justice. The Varsity Blues college admissions scandal informs us that neither are true. The rich and privileged can buy access for their kids at the expense of
Is Trump’s America First agenda isolating the United States on the global stage? Sure looks like it. And is the EU telling its citizens whatto think? Again, sure looks like it. CrossTalking with Dmitry Babich, Alexander Mercouris, and John Laughland. See Also: (The Duran) –
Whether you are for or against the Venezuela government, for or against socialism – it is obvious the mainstream media are committing a lot of journalistic malpractice. Once again, mainstream media echo the policy preferences of those in power. If it comes to still another
Who would have thought a Somalia-born Muslim woman elected to Congress would ignite a long overdue national conversation? Also, Trump wants to make the military-industrial complex great again. CrossTalking with Dmitry Babich, Alex Christoforou, and Marcus Papadopoulos.
Can socialism bring about a radiant future? A growing number of voters seem to think so. What do these voters and some members of Congress mean by socialism? Free stuff for all? The state controlling the means of production? No borders? Why are so many
Traditionally the foreign policy blob – with the assistance of the legacy media – defined an immediate threat for a foreign military intervention or coup. Their aim has been to manufacture public support. Today it is different. With virtually no public debate Venezuela is the
RT CrossTalk host Peter Lavelle and The Duran’s Alex Christoforou take a quick look at the Vietnam summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. No joint agreement was reached between the two countries after Kim insisted all US sanctions
The Trump administration’s attempts to impose regime change in Venezuela appear to be faltering. The self-proclaimed ‘interim president’ Juan Guaido hasn’t gained much traction. This may explain the administration’s escalating rhetoric. After all, we are told, a military option is still on the table. CrossTalking
Is America ready for a real antiwar candidate? Clearly the political establishment and the media aren’t. Criticism of presidential candidate Tulsi Gabbard and anyone else who questions foreign policy orthodoxies is swift and unrelenting. Fighting for peace has never been so difficult. CrossTalking with Daniel
RT CrossTalk host Peter Lavelle and The Duran’s Alex Christoforou take a quick look at the announcement from the Trump White House that the United States has decided to station a ‘peacekeeping group’ of roughly 200 US soldiers in Syria for a ‘period of time’
Is America ready for a real antiwar candidate? Clearly the political establishment and the media aren’t. Criticism of presidential candidate Tulsi Gabbard and anyone else who questions foreign policy orthodoxies is swift and unrelenting. Fighting for peace has never been so difficult. CrossTalking with Daniel
Join Alexander Mercouris, Peter Lavelle, and Alex Christoforou to discuss: Syria update Venezuela update Yellow Vests Act 14 Douma BBC hoax Macron, Merkel and Nordstream 2 Senate Intel: No Russia collusion McCabe, attempted coup, and 60 Minutes Pence and Pompeo in Poland for Iran deal
RT CrossTalk host Peter Lavelle and The Duran’s Alex Christoforou take a quick look at Andrew McCabe’s 60 minute interview, where the disgraced FBI Deputy Director admitted that DOJ officials were considering the removal of President-elect Donald Trump from office in a brazen coup attempt,
The bipartisan Senate Intelligence Committee shocked the liberal media world when it admitted there was no evidence of so-called collusion between Trump world and Russia. So what have the last two years been all about? And what is the damage left behind when Russiagate fades
After a rather bumpy roll out, the Green New Deal is upon us. Co-sponsored by Democratic firebrand Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, the plan foresees a radical restructuring of the American economy and how people will live. What the plan does not address is the cost. How much
How’s that forced regime change going in Venezuela? A few snags, a few bumps in the road? And can we believe some US troops will leave the Middle East? And much more on this edition of CrossTalk. CrossTalking with Xavier Moreau, Dmitry Babich, and Victor
As a presidential candidate Donald Trump lambasted America’s endless and wasteful wars. But as president he has surrounded himself with individuals who have made defending and advancing American empire a full time career. Why did Trump cave and what could be the consequences for him
The US intel community and the political establishment challenge Trump’s foreign policy. Is this a good or a bad thing? Also, forced regime change in Venezuela continues apace. CrossTalking with Mark Sleboda, Dmitry Babich, and Victor Olevich.
The Duran’s Alex Christoforou and Editor-in-Chief Alexander Mercouris discuss ACT 12 of the Yellow Vests protests in France, which saw the French Police turn violent against protestors. Meanwhile the Red Scarves counter protest (which surfaced last week in France during ACT 11 of the Yellow
Attempted forced regime change in Venezuela, brought to you by the Trump Administration. Washington’s gross interference in the internal affairs of this Latin American country is risky, illegal, and the possibility of large-scale violence is very real. One thing is certain – the people of
Breaking a promise: Trump wants regime change in Venezuela. Old habits die hard. Also, the trials and tribulations of Roger Stone. Will Russiagate ever end?
RT CrossTalk host Peter Lavelle and The Duran’s Alex Christoforou take a quick look at the deepening and dangerous crisis evolving in Venezuela. The U.S. has thrown its support at opposition leaderJuan Guaigó, as Venezuela’s interim president. For many Latin Americans this has reawakened suspicions
President Donald Trump has repeatedly said the US will withdraw from Syria. It would seem he is the only one in his administration backing this move. Is Trump in charge of his own foreign policy? Are John Bolton and Mike Pompeo actually running the show?
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo tells us ‘America is a force for good in the Middle East.’ Well that’s pretty amazing! And online censoring continues apace. Also, are the Democrats the party of war now? CrossTalking with Mark Sleboda, Dmitry Babich, and Marcus Papadopoulos.
RT CrossTalk host Peter Lavelle and The Duran’s Alex Christoforou take a quick look at ‘The Thucydides Trap’, which posits that when one great power threatens to displace another, war is almost always the result…and why the United States and China are staring at three
The Thucydides Trap goes something like this: When one great power threatens to displace another, war is almost always the result – but it doesn’t have to be. How does this apply to the current tensions surrounding the US-China bilateral relations? Are both countries trapped
What is happening with Trump’s decision to leave Syria? And, are you ready for the 2020 presidential sweepstakes? Also, where is the integrity in the ‘Integrity Initiative?’ CrossTalking with Mark Sleboda, Dmitry Babich, and Alex Christoforou.
Welcome to the crystal ball edition of CrossTalk. What can we expect in this New Year? We have a great lineup of guests telling us what they think. CrossTalking with Mark Sleboda, Dmitry Babich, John Laughland, Xavier Moreau, and Alex Christoforou.
Join Alexander Mercouris, Peter Lavelle, Mark Sleboda, and Alex Christoforou to discuss… 2018, the year that passed. Take a look forward to 2019. See Also: (The Duran) – UK gov funded ‘think tanks’ to smear Jeremy Corbyn and spread anti-Russian propaganda The Duran’s Alex Christoforou
Welcome to a unique edition of CrossTalk. We answer questions from you, the viewers. Some of you send us some very interesting queries. CrossTalking with Mark Sleboda and Dmitry Babich.
Not long ago the political left were the guardians of free speech. Along with tech tyrants, the left today has gone from protecting speech to enforcing speech. Even to the point of penalizing you if you say the wrong thing in public. You can lose
The US Senate strongly rebukes Saudi Arabia over the Khashoggi murder and calls for an end to American involvement in the war on Yemen. Is this a defining moment for this bilateral relationship? Will so-called values trump hard geopolitical realities?
Spymania returns – the US weaponizes its laws against adversaries. Also, is the western world in crisis? And much more on this edition of CrossTalk. CrossTalk Mark Sleboda, Dmitry Babich, and Glenn Diesen.
The Duran – Join Alexander Mercouris, Peter Lavelle, Mark Sleboda, and Alex Christoforou to discuss: Michael Cohen sentencing memo Robert Mueller investigation FBI Flynn set up Erdogan reveals new Khashoggi audio Justin Turdeau and his Huawei headache US forces permanently in Syria Russian military base
Theresa May survives a no confidence vote, but now is a lame duck. Hard Brexit looms. Angela Merkel has announced her impending political retirement. And Emmanuel Marcon’s moral legitimacy as president of France is in the balance. The three pillars of the EU are on
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has declared multilateralism in international affairs a failure. What is needed, according to him, is a new liberal order led by the U.S. Such an order calls into question some important issues. Does this mean the universalization of American
The Duran – Join Alexander Mercouris, Peter Lavelle, Mark Sleboda, and Alex Christoforou to discuss: US navy entering black sea Robert Mueller investigation Michael Cohen and Paul Manafort James Comey testimony Yellow Vests Protests in France Macron’s “Jupiter” complex Julian Assange turns down Ecuador deal
What does the rise of the ‘Yellow Vest’ movement in France tell us about the state of the neo-liberal order in Europe? Are the protests in France – the largest since 1968 – just about a hike in fuel prices? And is Emmanuel Macron the
Join Alexander Mercouris, Peter Lavelle, and Alex Christoforou, LIVE, so we can discuss HOT news topics trending this week. In this episode we will talk about France and Macron, Apple and free speech, and escalating trade war between China and USA. See Also: (The Duran)
Yemen and the politics of denial and deceit. The Trump administration’s continued support of the Saudi-led war is morally indefensible and strategically counter-productive. Blaming Iran for the humanitarian crisis in Yemen only ensures more suffering. It is time to end this senseless conflict.
From very bad to even worse – Russia-Ukraine relations. And Mike Pompeo gives credit to the Saudis for ‘relieving’ suffering in Yemen. And, is the Guardian simply fake news? CrossTalking with Mark Sleboda, Dmitry Babich, and Alex Christoforou.
Join Alexander Mercouris, Peter Lavelle, Mark Sleboda, and Alex Christoforou to discuss: G20 in Argentina Trump and Xi meeting Kerch Strait provocation Ukraine martial law Ukraine bans Russian men Julian Assange Guardian fake news Mueller investigation Michael Cohen plea deal Protests in France Bush 41
The fate of Julian Assange is unclear. Washington is determined that he be sent to the U.S. to face criminal charges, most likely under the 1917 Espionage Act. The British government is more than happy to make this happen. Even the Ecuadorians are in on
It’s Ukraine vs Russia again. A minor maritime incident on the Kerch Strait is said to be anything between a major international crisis to a cheap campaign trick as Ukraine enters an election cycle. Take your pick. But one thing is for sure: Russia is