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Ted Rall’s Latest Books:

“The Stringer”
graphic novel
by Ted Rall & Pablo G. Callejo
“Political Suicide: The Fight for the Soul of the Democratic Party”
by Ted Rall
“Bernie (Revised 2020 Edition)”
by Ted Rall

DeProgram: Iran Nukes, State Dept Shakeup, and Pentagon Pandemonium

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Ted Rall
LIVE 3 pm Eastern and Streaming Afterward: In this compelling episode of DeProgram, hosts Ted Rall and John Kiriakou tackle three pressing issues dominating U.S. policy: Iran’s nuclear talks, the State Department’s drastic overhaul, and chaos at the Department of Defense. The discussion on Iran centers on recent U.S.-Iran negotiations in Rome, with senior negotiators set to reconvene on April 26, amid Tehran’s insistence on peaceful nuclear intentions and U.S. threats of military action if talks fail. They explore how Saudi Arabia’s defense minister’s visit to Tehran reflects regional tensions. The State Department segment examines a draft executive order, reported by The New York Times, proposing to eliminate Africa operations, shut embassies, and cut bureaus on climate, human rights, and democracy by October 1, sparking panic among diplomats despite Secretary Marco Rubio’s “fake news” dismissal. Finally, the hosts address the Pentagon’s turmoil, highlighted by a report of a former aide’s op-ed calling it “total chaos” under Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth,…
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TMI Show Ep 122: “Happy Scary Earth Day”

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Ted Rall
LIVE 10 am Eastern & Streaming Afterward at Your Convenience: In this episode of “The TMI Show,” hosts Ted Rall and Manila Chan welcome Dr. Reese Halter, a renowned conservation biologist, to mark Earth Day with a deep dive into the state of the global environment. Airing live at 10 AM Eastern and streaming 24/7 thereafter, the discussion confronts pressing ecological challenges drawn from recent developments. The trio examines the alarming surge in global temperatures, with 2024 confirmed as the hottest year on record, driven by relentless greenhouse gas emissions. They explore the intensifying climate crises—devastating wildfires in Canada, catastrophic flooding in Spain, and unprecedented coral bleaching events threatening marine ecosystems. Dr. Halter brings insight into the accelerating loss of biodiversity, spotlighting the collapse of insect populations critical to pollination and food chains. The conversation also tackles the plastics crisis, with microplastics now pervasive in human tissues and remote Arctic ice, posing risks to health and ecosystems. Recent policy shifts,…
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TMI Show Ep 121: “Pope Francis Dead + Ukraine Cease-Fire”

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Ted Rall
LIVE 10 AM Eastern time, Streaming Afterward On Demand: On “The TMI Show,” hosts Ted Rall and Manila Chan mourn the death of Pope Francis, a profound loss that has reverberated globally, intensifying calls for peace in conflict zones like Ukraine. The pontiff, known for his humility and advocacy for the marginalized, leaves a legacy of interfaith dialogue and environmental stewardship through Laudato Si’. His passing, at age 88, has prompted tributes from world leaders, with millions reflecting on his message of compassion. Francis’ final days were marked by appeals for non-violence, notably in Ukraine, where he urged reconciliation. His absence now challenges global leaders to honor his vision for a more just world, as vigils and memorial masses unfold from St. Peter’s Square to Buenos Aires. Shifting to Ukraine, Rall and Chan dissect the fragile Russia-Ukraine cease-fire talks, clouded by ongoing violence. The Kremlin’s Easter truce, announced for April 19-20, was undermined by air raid alerts, with Zelenskyy reporting…
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Francis: The People’s Pope

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Ted Rall
The remarkable story of Pope Francis and his politics is in my book: “Francis, The People’s Pope.” He will be hard to replace: Order here:https://a.co/d/9kmQuZ3
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