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DMZ America Podcast #161: Harris vs. Trump, Israel vs. Gaza, Ukraine vs. Russia

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On the DMZ America Podcast, political cartoonists and analysts Ted Rall (on the Left) and Scott Stantis (on the Right) break down the news and politics that affect your life.

This week, Kamala Harris accepts the Democratic presidential nomination. Who will prevail in the upcoming debates between her and Trump? Will she be able to avoid policy specifics and appearances with a hostile press through Election Day?

Also, Scott and Ted explain the current state of the wars in Gaza and Ukraine, the latter of which now has a new front in Russia as well.

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The Final Countdown – 8/22/24 – Obamas Endorse Kamala Harris at DNC as Democrats Rally Around Her

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On this episode of The Final Countdown hosts Ted Rall and Steve Gill cover top news from around the world, including the Obamas’ endorsement of Kamala Harris. 
 
The show begins with political scientist Dr. Wilmer Leon sharing the latest developments out of the DNC amid the Obamas’ endorsement of Kamala Harris. 
 
Then, journalist and political analyst Angie Wong breaks down the latest results of Florida’s and Alaska’s primaries. 
 
The second hour starts with journalist and YouTuber Peter Coffin weighing in on RFK Jr. potentially considering dropping out. 
 

The show closes with the Managing Editor at Covert Action Magazine Jeremy Kuzmarov sharing his perspective on the elusive Gaza ceasefire talks. 

 
 

The Final Countdown – 8/12/14 – Kamala Harris Leads in Polls as Biden Gives First Interview Post Dropout 

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On this episode of The Final Countdown hosts Ted Rall and Steve Gill discuss the latest political developments around the globe, including Kamala Harris’s polling numbers. 
 
The show begins with former City Council Candidate and foreign and domestic policy expert Armen Kurdian sharing his perspective on Kamala Harris’s and Donald Trump’s performance in the polls. 
 
Then, former Barack Obama campaign director, army veteran, and podcast host Robin Biro joins the show to weigh in on the latest out of the 2024 presidential elections, delving deep into Kamala Harris’s policies and also President Biden’s first interview since dropping out. 
 
The second hour starts with international relations and security analyst Mark Sleboda sharing his analysis of Ukraine’s incursion into the Kursk region. 
 
The show closes with author, journalist, and activist Robert Fantina joining to discuss the latest out of Gaza. 
 
 
 

The Final Countdown – 8/8/24 – J.D. Vance Calls Walz’s Military Service into Question

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On this episode of The Final Countdown, hosts Ted Rall and Steve Gill discuss current events nationwide, including J.D. Vance’s accusations against Tim Walz. 
 
The show begins with political consultant John Davis joining to discuss Kamala Harris’s new running mate Tim Walz, and J.D. Vance’s press conference. He also gives a deep-dive analysis of how Trump and Harris are polling. 
Then, citizen journalist and Revolutionary Blackout Network founder Nick Cruse shares his perspective on former Missouri Representative Cori Bush’s loss in the Congressional primary.
 
The second hour starts with political analyst, host of ‘Pasta-2-Go’, and ‘The Convo Couch’ Craig ‘Pasta’ Jardula weighing in on X owner Elon Musk suing his former advertisers. 
 
The show closes with international relations and security analyst Jeremy Kuzmarov sharing his analysis on the latest out of Gaza, including updates on the ceasefire deal, and Iran’s anticipated retaliation against Israel. 
 

The Final Countdown – 7/23/24 – Secret Service Director Resigns Over Trump Assassination

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On this episode of The Final Countdown, hosts Ted Rall and Steve Gill discuss the latest news from around the world, including the Secret Service director’s resignation. 
 
The show begins with media commentator and thought leader Mitch Roschelle sharing his perspective on the Kamala Harris campaign. 
 
Former Barack Obama campaign director Robin Biro also weighs in on the Kamala Harris campaign. 
 
Later, Brian Gates, an international security expert, discusses the resignation of the Secret Service director following the assassination attempt on Trump. 
 
The show closes with RT journalist Mohamed Gomaa discussing the latest out of Gaza amid the Israeli attacks on Khan Younis and Netanyahu’s visit to D.C.
 
 
 

The Final Countdown – 7/18/24 – JD Vance Gives First Speech Following Designation 

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On this episode of The Final Countdown, host Ted Rall and guest host Steve Gill discuss an array of current events, including JD Vance’s speech at the RNC. 
 
The show begins with Independent journalist and author Dan Lazare weighing in on the internal strife within the Democratic Party amid increasing calls for Biden to drop out of the presidential race. 
 
Then, speaker and author Rabbi Yaakov Shapiro joins the show to discuss Israel’s plans to draft ultra-Orthodox Jews into its army.
 
The show closes with lawyer and retired FBI agent Coleen Rowley sharing her analysis of the ongoing Homeland Security investigation into the assassination attempt of Donald Trump. 
 
 
 
 

The Final Countdown – 7/12/24 – New Russiagate Claims Ahead of 2024 Election 

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On this episode of The Final Countdown, hosts Ted Rall and Angie discuss various current events including the Democrats launching Russiagate 3.0. 
 
The show begins with Senior Asia Pacific International Relations Policy Expert Sourabh Gupta sharing his perspective on China’s response to the NATO accusations amid the summit. 
 
Then, Craig “Pasta” Jardula, political analyst and podcast host weighs in on the new wave of Russiagate accusations from the Democratic party. 
 
The second hour starts with the chief market strategist of Bubba Trading Todd “Bubba” Horwitz sharing his expertise on the latest inflation numbers. 
 
The show closes with human rights lawyer Dan Kovalik joining the show to discuss the ceasefire negotiations in Egypt. 
 
 

The Final Countdown – 6/24/24 – Biden Campaign Allegedly Frustrated After Falling Behind Trump’s Fundraising Numbers

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Biden Campaign Allegedly Frustrated After Falling Behind Trump’s Fundraising Numbers 

On this edition of The Final Countdown, hosts Ted Rall and Angie Wong discuss many topics, including Trump’s major fundraising numbers. 
 
The show begins with attorney and CEO of Gill Media Steve Gill sharing his perspective on a donor recently giving $50 million to a pro-Trump group. 
 
Then, former director at the National Transportation Safety Board Jamie Finch briefly discusses the potential of Boeing facing criminal charges. 
 
The second hour begins with the Managing Editor of Covert Action Magazine Jeremy Kuzmarov weighing in on Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu accusing the U.S. of withholding weapons to Israel. 
 
The show closes with International relations and security analyst Mark Sleboda sharing his perspective on the Ukrainian attack on Crimea. He also discusses the recent terrorist attack in the region of Dagestan. 
 
 

The Final Countdown – 6/21/24 – U.S. Redirects Patriot Systems from Client States to Ukraine

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On this episode of The Final Countdown, hosts Ted Rall and Angie Wong discuss political developments from around the globe, including the latest out of Ukraine.
 
The show begins with political commentator Scottie Nell Hughes joining the show to discuss Trump and Biden’s performance in the polls. 
 
Then, Paul Wright, managing editor at Prison Legal News and executive director of the Human Rights Defense Center, joins the show to discuss the prevalence of forced prison labor in the U.S. prison system and analyzes an NYT op-ed calling it legalized slavery.
 
Later, journalist and Host of The Back Story on Radio Sputnik Rachel Blevins weighs in on the rising tensions between Israel and Lebanon.
 
The show closes with Serbian-American journalist Nebojsa Malic discussing the newly named NATO chief.
 
 

The Final Countdown – 6/13/24 – Bidenomics Struggles to Ignite U.S. Economy as 2024 Election Looms

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On this episode of The Final Countdown, hosts Ted Rall and Angie Wong discuss  current events domestically and abroad, including the state of the U.S. economy. 

Scott Stantis – Political Cartoonist 
Todd “Bubba” Horwitz – Chief Marketing Strategist of Bubba Trading 
Dan Kovalik – Human rights lawyer 
Dr. George Szamuely – Senior Research Fellow at the Global Policy Institute 
 
The show begins with political cartoonist Scott Stantis joining to discuss the latest developments out of Hunter Biden’s guilty conviction and a variety of U.S. political news. 
 
Then, Todd “Bubba” Horwitz shares his expertise on the current state of the U.S. economy and the latest inflation numbers. 
 
The second hour starts with human rights lawyer Dan Kovalik sharing his perspective on the proposed Gaza ceasefire deal. 
 
The show closes with Dr. George Szamuely sharing his analysis of the G7 summit in Italy amid EU plans to use frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine.  
 
 
 
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