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The Final Countdown – 4/25/24 – Gaza War Protests Spread Across Country, Texas Cracks Down on Students

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On this episode of The Final Countdown, hosts Angie Wong and Ted Rall discuss hot topics from around the globe and nationwide, including the growing protest movement against the Gaza war on campuses across the country. 

Dan Lazare – Independent journalist 
Andrii Telizhenko – Ukrainian Whistleblower and Former Diplomat
Anna Ge – Host and Reporter at CGTN Radio
Professor Francis Boyle – Human Rights Lawyer and Professor of International Law
 
The show begins with Independent journalist Dan Lazare discussing the ongoing Trump hush money trial and the upcoming Supreme Court hearing regarding Trump’s claim to absolute immunity. He examines the implications of these legal battles.
 
Then, Ukrainian whistleblower Andrii Telizhenko joins to discuss the details of the secretive dispatch of ATACMs (Army Tactical Missile Systems) to Ukraine by the United States. 
 
The second hour begins with CGTN host and reporter Anna Ge covering Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s visit to China, amid impending U.S. sanctions.
 
The show closes with Professor Francis Boyle joining the show to discuss the ongoing student protests at Columbia University and growing protests on campuses nationwide.
 
 

The Final Countdown – 4/23/24 – Flames of Dissent: Campus Unrest Amid Gaza War

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On this episode of The Final Countdown, hosts Angie Wong and Ted Rall discuss a wide array of hot topics around the globe and nationally, including the campus-wide pro-Palestine protests around the country as the Gaza War rages on. 

Steve Gill – Attorney

George Szamuely – Senior Research Fellow at the Global Policy Institute
Peter Coffin – Journalist and YouTuber

Jamie Finch – Former Director at the National Transportation Safety Board
 
Attorney Steve Gill starts the show to discuss the Trump hush money trial and provides insights on the gag order contempt hearing that took place this morning.
 
Later, Senior Research Fellow George Szamuely analyzes the Congressional aid package, which proposes $95 billion in assistance to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, and analyzes what weaponry the packages could include.
 
The second hour begins with journalist and YouTuber Peter Coffin weighing in on the widespread campus protests related to Palestine, including faculty walkouts at Columbia, and the arrest of students at Columbia and Yale amid explosive debates happening in the media.
 
The show closes with former National Transportation Safety Board official Jamie Finch talking about the FAA’s decision to open an investigation into a near miss at JFK airport.
 
 

The Final Countdown – 4/18/24 – Critical Vote for Ukraine, Israel Funding Approaches as Congress Remains at Odds

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On this episode of The Final Countdown hosts Angie Wong and Ted Rall discuss a variety of topics around the globe, including Congress divided over aid funding to Israel and Ukraine. 

Nebojsa Malic – RT Journalist 

Mitch Roschelle – Media Commentator

Scott Stantis – Political Cartoonist 

Aviv Bushinsky – Former Chief of Staff for Israeli PM Netanyahu

RT journalist Nebojsa Malic joins The Final Countdown in the first hour to discuss Congress remaining at odds over a critical vote for Israel and Ukraine funding.

Then, media commentator Mitch Roschelle joins the show to discuss the latest out of the Trump hush money trial. 

Political cartoonist Scott Stantis weighs in on the NYPD arresting over 100 pro-Palestine protesters at Columbia University.

The show wraps up with Aviv Bushinsky, who shares his perspective on reports of Israeli strikes inside Iran. 

The Final Countdown – 4/10/24 – Congress Grills Top Military Brass Over Ukraine, Israel Funding

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On this episode of The Final Countdown, hosts Angie Wong and Ted Rall discuss a wide range of topics from around the globe, including top U.S. military officers facing Congress over funding to Ukraine and Israel. 

Scott Stantis– Cartoonist for The Chicago Tribune
Jamie Finch – Former Director at the National Transportation Safety Board 
Jeremy Kuzmarov – Managing Editor of Covert Action Magazine 
Mark Sleboda – International Relations and Security Analyst 
 
The show opens with cartoonist Scott Stantis to weigh in on U.S. military aid to Israel and Ukraine, the political drama involving Marjorie Taylor Greene’s threats against Speaker Johnson.
 
Then, Former Director at the National Transportation Safety Board Jamie Finch delves into the transportation sector’s recent challenges, including Norfolk Southern’s significant settlement, Boeing’s halved deliveries amidst heightened quality checks, and a whistleblower’s alarming revelations about the 777 and 787 models.
 
The second hour begins with Managing Editor of Covert Action Magazine Jeremy Kuzmarov analyzing the escalating tensions in Gaza, including Elizabeth Warren’s predictions about the ICJ’s potential genocide declaration, Netanyahu’s announcement of an invasion date, Turkey’s sanctions against Israel, and accusations against Iran.
 
The show closes with international relations analyst Mark Sleboda examining the allegations against Ukraine’s Burisma, accused of funding terrorist attacks.
 
 

The Final Countdown – 4/8/24 – Mike Johnson Battles His Own Party to Push Through Divisive Ukraine Aid

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On this episode of The Final Countdown, hosts Angie Wong and Ted Rall break down current events including House Speaker Mike Johnson pushing the Ukraine aid bill. 

Andrii Telizhenko – Ukrainian whistleblower
Tyler Nixon – Counselor-at-law
Robert Hornack – Political consultant
Mitch Roschelle – Media Commentator
 
The show begins with Ukrainian whistleblower Andrii Telizhenko discussing the ongoing efforts of House Speaker Mike Johnson to secure aid for Ukraine despite internal divisions within the GOP. He also discusses the recent drone attack on the Zaporozhye nuclear plant.
 
Then, counselor-at-law Tyler Nixon sheds light on the escalating tensions between Special Counsel Jack Smith and Judge Aileen Canon in the high-profile case concerning classified documents found at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate.
 
The second hour starts with political consultant Robert Hornack delving into the fundraising campaigns of both President Biden and former President Trump, analyzing their strategies.
 
The show closes with media commentator Mitch Roschelle discussing House Speaker Mike Johnson’s efforts to rally legislative support for the reauthorization of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA).
 
 
 
 

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 – 4/2/24 – AT&T Data Breach Unveils Dangerous Crack in America’s Data Security Fortress

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On this episode of The Final Countdown, hosts Angie Wong and Ted Rall discuss various topics around the globe, including the AT&T data leaks. 

Armen Kurdian – Political Commentator
Peter Coffin – Author, Journalist, Podcaster
Esteban Carrillo – Journalist and Editor of The Cradle
Steve Hayes – Tax Lawyer
 
The show opens with political commentator Armen Kurdian talking about the potential mutiny against Speaker Mike Johnson over his push to bring the House to a vote on the Ukraine aid.
 
Then, author and journalist Peter Coffin talked about the AT&T data leak that revealed the issues with data collection in the U.S.
 
The second hour begins with journalist and Editor of The Cradle Esteban Carrillo discussing the Israeli strikes on the Iranian consulate in Damascus, Syria. 
 
The Final Countdown wraps up the show with tax attorney Steve Hayes who shares his expertise on Trump’s ongoing legal drama, including the latest from his hush money trial. 
 
 

The Final Countdown – 4/1/24 – House Speaker Johnson Pushes Ukraine Aid to Vote Despite GOP Resistance

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On this episode of The Final Countdown, hosts Angie Wong and Ted Rall discussed current events from around the globe, including House Speaker Mike Johnson possibly being ousted. 

Steve Gill: Lawyer and political commentator 

Daniel Lazare: Constitutionalist and journalist
Jeremy Kuzmarov: Managing Editor of CovertAction Magazine
Steve Abramowicz: CEO of Heartland Journal 
 
The show begins with lawyer and political commentator Steve Gill, speaking about a collection of current events related to the 2024 election. 
 
Then, journalist Daniel Lazare weighs in on the possibility of Mike Johnson being removed from Speakership due to the Ukraine aid bill. 
 
Later, Managing Editor of CovertAction Magazine Jeremy Kuzmarov spoke about the Israeli protests and the Israeli military operation at Al-Shifa Hospital. 
 
The show closes with Steve Abramowicz who discussed the implications of RFK Jr.’s candidacy and how it will affect the Republican and Democratic candidates. 
 

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. 

 
Trump, Biden, Fani Willis, NewsMax, Ukraine, Russia, Moscow Attack
 

The Final Countdown – 3/27/24 – NBC Ousts Ronna McDaniel in Wake of Explosive Internal Revolt

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On this episode of The Final Countdown, the focus was on recent developments surrounding NBC’s internal turmoil and other significant global events.

Steve Gill: Lawyer and Political Commentator
Dan Lazare: Independent Journalist
Mark Sleboda: International Relations and Security Analyst 
Dan Kovalik: International Human Rights and Labor Attorney 

In the first hour, Steve Gill discussed the Baltimore bridge collapse and the outdated U.S. infrastructure.

Then, Dan Lazare joined later to share his insights into RFK Jr.’s announcement of his running mate, Nicole Shanahan.

In the second hour, international relations analyst Mark Sleboda delved into the Russian intelligence chief’s accusations against the U.S., Ukraine, and UK regarding the Moscow concert hall massacre.

The show closes with human rights attorney Dan Kovalik addressing the rift between Biden and Netanyahu over a ceasefire resolution passing in the UN Security Council.

 
 
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