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The Final Countdown – 3/15/24 – Judicial Bombshell: Judge Orders DA Fani Willis or Nathan Wade to Abandon Georgia Election Case

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On this episode of The Final Countdown, hosts Angie Wong and Ted Rall discuss breaking current events from around the world, including a Georgia judge giving DA Fani Willis an ultimatum for the Trump election case. 
Melik Abdul – Cohost of Fault Lines
Scott Stantis – Cartoonist for The Chicago Tribune
Steve Gill – Attorney and CEO of Gill Media
Prof. Francis Boyle – Human Rights Lawyer, Professor of Int’l Law 
 
The first hour begins with Cohost of Fault Lines Melik Abdul who weighs in on a Georgia judge’s ultimatum for District Attorney Fani Willis. 
 
Then, Scott Stantis joins the show to discuss Biden and Veep Kamala Harris campaigning in the Midwest. 
 
The second hour starts with attorney Steve Gill calling from Russia to share his perspective on the country’s presidential election. 
 
The show closes with human rights lawyer Prof. Francis Boyle on the latest out of Gaza including Hamas’s ceasefire proposal. 
 
 

The Final Countdown – 3/13/24 – Biden-Trump Showdown: America’s Unwanted Rematch Looms in 2024

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On this episode of The Final Countdown, hosts Angie Wong and Ted Rall discuss current events from around the world, including Trump and Biden clinching the nominations.  
Scottie Nell Hughes – Veteran Political Commentator, RT Host
Tyler Nixon – Counselor-at-law
Peter Coffin – Journalist, Podcaster, and Author 
Mark Sleboda– International Relations and Security Analyst
 
The first hour begins with Scottie Nell Hughes, a veteran political commentator, joining the show to share her perspective on the results of the Georgia primaries, and the upcoming Trump vs. Biden showdown. 
 
The show is later joined by Tyler Nixon, who talks about special counsel Robert Hur’s testimony on the mishandling of classified documents. 
 
The second hour starts with journalist Peter Coffin, who talks about Canada’s hate speech law, and the U.S. House passing the TikTok ban.  
 
The show closes with International Relations Mark Sleboda talking about Russian President Putin’s recent interview ahead of the country’s presidential elections. 
 

The Final Countdown – 3/11/24 – When It Rains, It Pours: Legal Probe Hits Boeing

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On this episode of The Final Countdown, hosts Angie Wong and Ted Rall discuss top news from around the globe, including the DOJ investigating Boeing. 
Steve Gill – Attorney  
Dan Kovalik – Human Rights Lawyer 
Mark Sleboda – International Relations and Security Analyst 
 
The first hour begins with Steve Gill who shares his perspective on numerous topics, including Biden’s MSNBC interview, the situation at the Southern Border, Trump’s opposition to banning TikTok, and the DOJ’s investigation into Boeing. 
 
The second hour starts with Dan Kovalik, a human rights lawyer, talking about the unfolding situation in Haiti, including Americans fleeing the country. 
 
In the final segment, The Final Countdown spoke to Mark Sleboda about the recent claim from CNN and The New York Times about the accusation that Russia was on the verge of using nuclear weapons in 2022. 
 
 

The Final Countdown – 3/4/24 – Trump Sweeps Michigan, Missouri Caucuses; Super Tuesday Preview

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On this episode of The Final Countdown, hosts Angie Wong and Ted Rall cover a plethora of current events from around the world, including Trump’s big wins in Michigan and Missouri. 
Steve Abramowicz  – Owner and CEO of Mill Creek View  
Tyler Nixon – Political Commentator
Ryan Cristian – Founder and Editor of The Last American Vagabond 
Jeremy Kuzmarov – Managing Editor, Covert Action Magazine 
 
The first hour begins with owner and CEO of Mill Creek View Steve Abramowicz who weighs in on Trump sweeping Michigan and Missouri. 
 
Then, political commentator Tyler Nixon joined to discuss the potential retrial of over 100 January 6 protesters. 
 
The second hour begins with Ryan Cristian, the Founder and Editor of The Last American Vagabond, to discuss the latest out of Gaza, including increasing calls for a ceasefire.  
 
The show closes with Managing Editor for Covert Action Magazine Jeremy Kuzmarov, who shares his perspective on a German leak that reveals potential western meddling in Ukraine. 
 

The Final Countdown – 2/27/24 – Michigan Primary: Unveiling Biden’s Unpopularity?

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On this episode of The Final Countdown, hosts Angie Wong and Ted Rall discuss current events worldwide, including the Michigan primary. 
Ajay Pallegar – Criminal and Civil Attorney and Political Analyst 
Aquiles Larrea – CEO of Larrea Wealth Management 
Mark Sleboda – International Relations and Security Analyst 
Jamie Finch – Former Director at the National Transportation Safety Board 
 
The first hour begins with attorney Ajay Pallegar sharing his analysis on the upcoming Michigan primary amid pro-ceasefire protests against Biden. 
 
Then, finance expert Aquiles Larrea weighs in on the Congressional budget debacle. 
 
The second hour starts with international relations and security analyst Mark Sleboda talking about the possibility of a ‘peace’ summit between Ukraine and Russia.
 
The show wraps up with former National Transportation Safety Board director Jamie Finch weighing in on the newly released Federal Aviation Administration report on Boeing. 
 
 
 

DMZ America Podcast #138: Alabamapalooza, Haley’s Last Stand, Two Years in Ukraine

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Editorial cartoonists Ted Rall (from the political Left) and Scott Stantis (from the political Right) discuss the week’s biggest stories without the boring yell fests but with force and passion.

This week, Ted and Scott start with Alabamapalooza! Scott lives in Alabama, which happens to be the improbable center of the week’s news. After a botched execution using a novel Neue asphyxiation method, the state pronounces itself ready to do a lot more. At the same time, the State Supreme Court has declared that frozen embryos developed for in vitro fertilization are full human beings entitled to the full protection of the law, with devastating consequences for women.

In the 2024 election campaign, former ambassador Nikki Haley takes on Donald Trump in her home state of South Carolina with the polls showing her behind by about 65% to 35%. Ted and Scott wonder aloud why exactly she’s still in the race and what is her strategy. On Tuesday, the race moves to Michigan, where Muslim Americans angry about the Biden administration’s support of Israel against the people of Gaza are trying to organize a substantial protest vote against the incoming president.

Finally, it’s the beginning of the third year of the Russo-Ukrainian conflict. Clearly Russia has won the war. When, if ever, will American policy makers recognize the reality on the ground and reflect that with their funding decisions in Washington? What will a negotiated settlement look like? What should it look like?

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The Final Countdown – 2/22/24 – Former Informant Accused of Lying Suddenly Deemed Credible on Russia

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On this episode of The Final Countdown, hosts Angie Wong and Ted Rall discuss current events worldwide, including a long-time FBI informant being charged with lying. 
Ajay Pallegar – Criminal and Civil Attorney and Political Analyst 
Tyler Nixon – Political Commentator
Jamie Finch – Former Director at the National Transportation Safety Board 
Armen Kurdian – Retired Navy Captain 
 
The first hour begins with criminal and civil attorney Ajay Pallegar about the ongoing legal drama surrounding the Biden family. 
 
Following that conversation, political commentator Tyler Nixon joined to discuss the case regarding the former FBI informant charged with lying about the Biden family’s business dealings. 
 
The second hour begins with Former Director at the National Transportation Safety Board, Jamie Finch, who breaks down the latest Boeing blunder, including the head of the 737 Max program stepping down. 
 
The show wraps up with Armen Kurdian, who shares his perspective about Biden’s crackdowns on migration at the Southern border.  
 
 

The Final Countdown – 2/21/24 – Biden’s Record Fundraising Fails to Sway U.S. Voters

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On this episode of The Final Countdown, hosts Angie Wong and Ted Rall discuss top news worldwide, including Biden’s presidential campaign. 
Steve Gill – Attorney 
Daniel Lazare – Independent journalist 
Professor Francis Boyle – Human rights lawyer, professor of international law 
Mark Sleboda – International Relations and Security Analyst 
 
The first hour begins with attorney Steve Gill, who shares his perspective on Biden and Trump’s campaign strategies. 
 
Then, Daniel Lazare, an independent journalist, weighs in on the ongoing hearing for Wikileaks co-founder Julian Assange who is facing U.S. extradition. 
 
The second hour begins with Professor Francis Boyle, who shares his perspective on the U.S. vetoing a United Nations resolution demanding a ceasefire. 
 
The show closes with international relations and security analyst Mark Sleboda, who breaks down Russia’s response to U.S. accusations over the country having capabilities to bring nuclear weapons to space. 
 
 

The Final Countdown – 2/20/24 – Trump Ordered to Pay $354 Million in Civil Fraud Trial

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On this episode of The Final Countdown, hosts Angie Wong and Ted Rall discuss top news around the world and nationwide, including Trump having to pay $364 million for fraud. 
Steve Hayes – Tax Attorney 
Nebojsa Malic – Journalist 
Andrii Telizhenko – Ukrainian Whistleblower, Former Diplomat 
John Kirakou – CIA Whistleblower 
 
The first hour begins with tax attorney Steve Hayes, who breaks down Trump’s $364 million penalty from his New York civil fraud case. 
 
Then, journalist Nebojsa Malic weighs in on the U.S. hysteria regarding the accusation that Russia is planning to deploy nuclear weapons into space. 
 
The second hour begins with Ukrainian whistleblower and former diplomat Andrii Telizhenko sharing his perspective on the potential aid package to Kiev and the case of the FBI informant who lied about the Biden family’s ties to Burisma. 
 
The show closes with CIA whistleblower and co-host of Political Misfits John Kirakou who discusses the upcoming trial for Wikileaks co-founder Julian Assange. 
 

The Final Countdown – 2/15/24 – ICE Pressures Congress with Threat of Releasing Detained Migrants After Border Bill Fails

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On this episode of The Final Countdown, hosts Angie Wong and Ted Rall discuss top news from around the world, including ICE blackmailing Congress over the failed border bill. 
Ajay Pallegar – Criminal and Civil Attorney
Andrew Arthur – Resident Fellow in Law and Policy for the Center for Immigration Studies 
Dan Lazare – Independent Journalist 
Kevin Kamps Radioactive Waste Specialist, 
 
The first hour begins with Ajay Pallegar, a criminal and civil attorney, sharing his perspective on Fulton County DA Fani Willis’ hearing, which would determine if she would be disqualified from the election interference case against Trump. 
 
Then, Andrew Arthur, a Resident Fellow in Law and Policy for the Center for Immigration Studies gives his analysis on ICE threatening to release detained migrants in response to Congress’s failure to ensure funding. 
 
The second hour starts with independent journalist Dan Lazare, who shares his insights on the CIA and other foreign intelligence agencies targeting 26 Trump associates in 2016.    
 
The show closes with Radioactive Waste Specialist at Beyond Nuclear, Kevin Kamps, who shares his expertise on U.S. intelligence claiming that Russia might have the capabilities to launch nuclear weapons into space. 
 
 
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