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The Final Countdown – 6/6/24 – Biden Blunders Time Interview, Dems in State of Panic

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On this episode of The Final Countdown, hosts Ted Rall and Angie Wong discuss various current events, including Biden’s blundering of his Time interview.

Steve Abramowicz – CEO of Heartland Journal 
Craig Pasta Jardula – Political analyst, Host of ‘Pasta2Go’ and Co-Host of ‘The Convo Couch’
Mark Sleboda – International relations and security analyst 
George Szamuely –  Senior Research Fellow at the Global Policy Institute
 
The show begins with Steve Abramowicz weighing in on the Democratic party’s panic over President Joe Biden following the blunder of his Time interview. 
 
Then, Craig “Pasta” Jardula joins the show to weigh in on California Governor Gavin Newsom’s latest controversy. 
 
The second hour starts with International Relations and Security Analyst Mark Sleboda joining the show to discuss the latest out of Ukraine and Putin’s warning to the West. 
 
The show closes with Senior Research Fellow George Szamuely sharing his analysis of the EU elections. 
 
 
 

The Final Countdown – 6/3/24 – New Polls Show GOP is Standing Behind Trump Despite Guilty Verdict

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On this episode of The Final Countdown, hosts Ted Rall and Angie Wong discuss a wide array of topics, including Trump’s conviction. 

Ryan Cristian – Founder and Editor of The Last American Vagabond 
Robert Hornack – Political consultant 
Michael Maloof – Former Pentagon Official 
Mindia Gavasheli – Bureau Chief for Sputnik U.S. 
 
The show begins with Ryan Cristian sharing his perspective on Biden’s framework for a permanent ceasefire and what it entails. 
 
Then, political consultant Robert Hornack weighs in on Trump’s post-conviction speech and United States Senator Joe Manchin’s change in party affiliation. 
 
The second hour starts with former Pentagon official Michael Maloof sharing his analysis on the latest out of Ukraine. 
 
The show closes with Bureau Chief for Sputnik U.S. Mindia Gavasheli reporting from Mexico on the country’s presidential elections. 
 

The Final Countdown – 5/30/24 – Trump Hush Money Trial, U.S. Elex, Biden Moves Closer to Ukrainian Attacks Inside Russia

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On this episode of The Final Countdown, hosts Ted Rall and Angie Wong discuss the latest current events from around the globe, including the Trump hush money trial. 

Ajay Pallegar – Criminal & Civil Attorney
Tyler Nixon – Counselor-at-law 
Mohamed Gomaa – RT journalist 
Jeremy Kuzmarov – Managing Editor of Covert Action Magazine 
 
The show begins with Ajay Pallegar and Tyler Nixon discussing the ongoing Trump hush money trial. 
 
Tyler Nixon continues the segment to weigh in on actors Robert De Niro and Dennis Quaid and their opinions on the U.S. elections. 
 
The second hour starts with RT journalist Mohamed Gomaa weighing in on the latest out of Israel’s onslaught of Rafah. 
 
Later, Managing Editor of Covert Action magazine Jeremy Kuzmarov shares his perspective on Biden moving closer to allowing Ukraine to attack Russian soil. 
 
 
 

The Final Countdown – 5/29/24 – Trump’s Hush Money Trial Enters Final Stage

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On this episode of The Final Countdown, hosts Ted Rall and Angie Wong discuss the latest from around the globe, including Trump’s hush money trial. 

Mitch Roschelle – Media commentator, podcaster 
Scott Stantis – Cartoonist for The Chicago Tribune 
Sourabh Gupta – Senior Asia Pacific Int’l Relations Policy Expert 
Mark Sleboda – International relations and security analyst 
 
The show begins with media commentator Mitch Roschelle joining the show to discuss Trump’s trial as it comes to a close. 
 
Then, cartoonist for The Chicago Tribune Scott Stantis weighs in on RFK Jr.’s ongoing campaign as the candidate has his sights set on the CNN debate. 
 
The second hour starts with Sourabh Gupta, Senior Asia Pacific Int’l Relations Policy Expert, analyzing the rising tensions between Taiwan and China. 
 
The show closes with international relations and security analyst Mark Sleboda sharing his perspective on Ukraine’s upcoming ‘peace summit.’
 
 
 
 

The Final Countdown – 5/28/24 – Trump Trial Wraps Up, Libertarians Launch Nominee, Dems Worried About Biden

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On this episode of The Final Countdown, hosts Angie Wong and Ted Rall discuss topics from around the globe, including the Trump trial wrapping up and the Libertarian National Convention. 

Craig “Pasta” Jardula – Political analyst, Podcast host 
Steve Hayes – Tax attorney 
Nebojsa Malic – RT journalist 
Robert Fantina – Author, journalist and activist 
 
The show begins with Craig “Pasta” Jardula, political analyst and podcast host, joining the show to discuss this past weekend’s Libertarian National Convention and their nomination of Chase Oliver for president. 
 
Then, tax attorney Steve Hayes analyzes the Trump trial in NYC as it comes to a close. 
 
The second hour starts with RT journalist Nebojsa Malic weighing in on the U.S. considering lifting a ban on Ukraine using American-supplied weapons on Russian soil. 
 

The show closes with author, journalist, and activist Robert Fantina sharing his perspective on Israel’s massacre of 45 Palestinians in Rafah as the government faces worldwide condemnation.

 
 

The Final Countdown – 5/24/24 – UN Court Orders Israel to Cease Rafah Offensive

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On this episode of The Final Countdown, hosts Angie Wong and Ted Rall discuss a range of topics from around the globe, including ICJ ordering Israel to halt the offense of Rafah. 

Armen Kurdian – Political Commentator 
Jamie Finch – Former Director at the National Transportation Safety Board 
Gerald Celente – Trends journal publisher and founder of the Trends Journal Institute 
Mark Sleboda – International relations and security analyst 
 
The show begins with political commentator Armen Kurdian weighing in on Hunter Biden’s legal woes, including his upcoming trials. 
 
Then, former National Transportation Safety Jamie Finch shares his perspective on the Norfolk Southern settlement, agreeing to pay $310 million over the Ohio train derailment in East Palestine. 
 
The second hour starts with Trends Journal publisher Gerald Celente on Senator Schumer vying to invite Netanyahu to Congress and ICJ ordering Israel to stop its offensive on Rafah. 
 
The show closes with international relations and security analyst Mark Sleboda sharing his perspective on the arrest of Russia’s deputy defense minister and the latest out of Ukraine. 
 

The Final Countdown – 5/21/24 – Costello Takes the Stand Again in Trump Trial Amid Heightening Tensions with Judge

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On this episode of The Final Countdown, hosts Angie Wong and Ted Rall cover the latest developments from around the globe, including Trump’s hush money trial. 

Steve Gill – Attorney 
Dan Kovalik – Human rights lawyer 
Elijah Magnier – Veteran war correspondent 
Andrii Telishenko – Ukrainian whistleblower and former diplomat 
 
The show begins with attorney Steve Gill sharing his analysis on the latest developments out of Trump’s hush money trial amid the defense resting the case. 
 
Then, human rights lawyer Dan Kovalik shares his expertise on the ICC arrest warrant against Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, other top officials, and various Hamas leaders. 
 
The second hour starts with veteran war correspondent Elijah Magnier sharing his analysis of the DRC coup attempt. 
 
The show closes with Ukrainian whistleblower and former diplomat Andrii Telishenko to discuss the EU agreeing to give Russia assets to Ukraine. 
 
 
 

The Final Countdown – 5/13/24 – Michael Cohen Takes the Stand as Trump’s Hush Money Trial Intensifies

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On this episode of The Final Countdown, hosts Angie Wong and Ted Rall discuss hot topics from around the globe, including the latest developments out of the Trump hush money trial. 

Steve Abramowicz – CEO of Heartland Journal
Dr. Reese Halter – Award-winning Broadcaster, Conservation Biologist
Mohamed Gomaa – RT Journalist
Mark Sleboda – International Relations and Security Analyst
 
The show begins with CEO of Heartland Journal Steve Abramowicz discussing the impact and significance of Michael Cohen’s testimony in the Trump hush money trial.
 
Then, Dr. Reese Halter examines the devastating floods in Brazil, explaining how climate change is intensifying such weather events globally and the ecological impacts involved.
 
The second hour starts with RT journalist Mohamed Gomaa providing an update on the dire situation in Gaza, amid Israel’s invasion of Rafah.
 
The show closes with Mark Sleboda delving into the latest developments out of Ukraine. He also discusses the strategic reshuffling of Russia’s defense minister. 
 

The Final Countdown – 4/4/24 – Biden on Edge: High-Stakes Call with Netanyahu Looms

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On this episode of The Final Countdown, hosts Angie Wong and Ted Rall discuss various current geopolitical events, including Biden and Netanyahu’s high-stakes call.

Tyler Nixon – Counselor-at-law
Jamarl Thomas – Host of Fault Lines
Mark Sleboda – International Relations and Security Analyst
Mohamed Gomaa – RT Journalist
 
The show begins with Counselor-at-law Tyler Nixon discussing the intricacies of a high-profile case in San Diego, where defendants charged in connection with a street fight argue that Antifa, the group they are associated with, lacks the formal organization to be held collectively responsible.
 
Then, Jamarl Thomas, Host of Fault Lines, joins to delve into the groundbreaking realm of quantum computing, discussing Microsoft’s stake in the new technological era and its potential ramifications.
 
The second hour starts with Mark Sleboda, discussing Russian military advancements in Ukraine and NATO’s ongoing plans for aid to Ukraine. 
 
The show closes with RT Journalist Mohamed Gomma, who analyzes Egypt’s role in ceasefire talks between Gaza and Israel amidst ongoing hostilities, including a recent Israeli strike on a World Central Kitchen convoy.
 

 

 

The Final Countdown – 3/29/24 –

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On this episode of The Final Countdown, Angie Wong and Ted Rall delve into various topics domestically and abroad, including Biden’s campaign amid his fundraising efforts. 

Tom Norton: National Director, America First PACT  
Steve Gill: Attorney 
Dan Lazare: Independent journalist 
Mark Sleboda: International Relations and Security analyst

The show begins with the hosts discussing Biden’s fundraising success amid his plummeting support with National Director of America First PACT Tom Norton. They also talk about Trump’s attempt to out-fundraise Biden amid his legal expenses. 

Then, Steve Gill joins the show to share his perspective on the ongoing Fani Willis saga. 

In the second hour, independent journalist Dan Lazare joins the show to discuss a Qatari royal reportedly investing $50 million in NewsMax. 

The show closes with International Relations and Security Analyst Mark Sleboda about Russia’s revelations about the financial link between the Moscow concert hall terrorists and Ukrainian nationalists. 

 
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