You can’t call yourself a democracy unless you hold elections. Americans have been supporting Ukraine in large part because it’s a democracy. But they’ve canceled all their elections and opposition parties and media are no longer allowed.
The Final Countdown – 7/19/23 – IRS Whistleblowers Go to Congress to Accuse DOJ of Obstructing Hunter Biden Investigation
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On this episode of The Final Countdown, host Ted Rall and Manila Chan discuss hot topics, including the Hunter Biden investigation.
Angie Wong: Journalist
Mark Frost: Economist, Professor, Consultant
Mark Sleboda: International Relations and Security Analyst
The show kicks off with the hosts discussing Trump’s revelations of being a target of the J. 6 probe.
Then journalist Angie Wong joins to discuss the latest out of the investigation into the Biden family.
In the second half of the first hour, the hosts speak with Economist Mark Frost on federal student loan forgiveness.
The show closes with Mark Sleboda, International Relations, and Security Analyst, discussing Ukraine accusing Russia of hitting grain silos.
The Final Countdown – 7/17/23 – “Israel is a Racist State,” Jayapal Walks Back Comments
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On this episode of The Final Countdown, the hosts Ted Rall and Manila Chan discuss hot topics, such as U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal’s comments on Israel.
Scott Stantis: Cartoonist for The Chicago Tribune
Robert Patillo: Attorney and Executive Director of the Rainbow Push Coalition
Mark Sleboda: International Relations, Security Analyst
KJ Noh: Journalist, political analyst
The show kicks off with Scott Stantis to have an in-depth conversation about the 2024 elections.
In the second half of the first hour, the hosts speak with Robert Patillo, Attorney and Executive Director of the Rainbow Push Coalition to discuss Alabama redistricting, Jayapal walking back her comments on Israel, and backlash against the Boston mayor for having a list of her critics.
The first half of the second hour kicks off with International Relations and Security Analyst Mark Sleboda discussing the cluster munitions to Ukraine, the Grain Deal, and the bridge strike in Crimea.
The show closes with Kiji Noh, a journalist and political analyst discussing Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen’s visit to India and Vietnam.
The Final Countdown – 7/14/23 – “I Am Not a Fed” Epps Sues Fox
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On this episode of The Final Countdown, the hosts Ted Rall and Manila Chan discuss top news including Ray Epps suing Fox News.
Angie Wong: Journalist
Steve Gill: Attorney and CEO of Gill Media
Daniel McAdams: Director of the Ron Paul Institute, journalist
The show kicks off with hosts Manila Chan and Ted Rall discussing the latest out of the NATO Summit and Biden’s visit with Nordic leadership.
In the second half of the first hour, the hosts speak with journalist Angie Wong on the latest out of the White House cocaine investigation.
The second hour begins with the attorney and CEO of Gill Media on Ray Epps suing Fox News.
The show closes with the Executive Director of the Ron Paul Institute Daniel McAdams to discuss Joe Manchin’s potential third-party presidential run.
The Final Countdown – 7/12/23 – NATO Renews Long-Term Vow to Back Ukraine Against Russia
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On this episode of The Final Countdown, the hosts Ted Rall and Manila Chan discuss breaking news including the latest out of the NATO Summit.
Nebojsa Malic: Serbian-American journalist
Ian Smith: Health & Fitness Entrepreneur
Tyler Nixon: Army Infantry Veteran
Ruben Navarette: Syndicated columnist, Podcast Host
The show kicks off with Nebojsa Malic, a Serbian-American journalist, to discuss the latest out of the NATO Summit.
In the second half of the first hour, the hosts speak with Health & Fitness Entrepreneur Ian Smith, to discuss MSNBC’s comments on working out.
The second hour begins with Army Infantry Veteran Tyler Nixon to discuss Trump’s request for a trial delay.
The show closes with Ruben Navarette, a Syndicated columnist and podcast host, joins to discuss the BBC sexual misconduct case and Vice Media retention bonuses.
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On this episode of The Final Countdown, the hosts Ted Rall and Manila Chan discuss top news including the NATO Summit.
Mark Sleboda: International Relations and Security Analyst
Mark Frost: Economist, professor
Angie Wong: Journalist
Todd “Bubba” Horowitz: Chief Market strategist
The show starts with Mark Sleboda, International Relations and Security Analyst discussing the latest out of the NATO Summit, Sweden joining, Turkey getting F-16s, and the US blocking Ukraine from NATO.
In the second half of the first hour, the hosts speak with Economist, a professor, and consultant Mark Frost on the U.S. job numbers, Yellen’s comments on the recession, and the general economy.
The second hour begins with journalist Angie Wong to discuss the latest out of the Hunter Biden saga.
The show closes with economist Todd “Bubba” Horowitz on the BRICS de-dollarization plan.
The Final Countdown – 7/10/23 – Turkey to Join EU in Exchange for Approving Sweden to NATO?
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On this episode of The Final Countdown, the hosts Ted Rall and Manila Chan discuss top news including Turkey’s bid to join the EU.
Scott Stantis: Cartoonist for The Chicago Tribune
Mark Sleboda: International Relations and Security Analyst
Armen Kurdian: Retired Navy Captain, Former political candidate
KJ Noh: Journalist, political analyst, writer, and teacher
The show starts with Scott Stantis, the Cartoonist for The Chicago Tribune, to discuss a judge blocking the U.S. government from collaboration with social media companies, and the rise of Threads.
In the second half of the first hour, the hosts speak with International Relations and Security Analyst Mark Sleboda on the latest out of Ukraine.
The second hour begins with retired Navy Captain Armen Kurdian discussing Turkey releasing Azov commanders.
The show closes with journalist and political analyst KJ Noh to discuss France vetoing Japan to join NATO.
The Final Countdown – 6/28/23 – Putin Reveals Russia Avoided Civil War
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On this episode of The Final Countdown, the hosts Ted Rall and Manila Chan discuss top news including the latest out of Russia and Ukraine.
Scott Stantis: Cartoonist for The Chicago Tribune
Robert Patillo: Attorney
Mark Sleboda: International Relations and Security Analyst
Dan Lazare: Journalist & Author
The show starts with Cartoonist for The Chicago Tribune, Scott Stantis who joins to discuss NYC dropping a case on Ivanka Trump, and Donald Trump’s fraud case with Leticia James.
In the second half of the first hour, the hosts spoke to attorney Robert Patillo on the SCOTUS decision on the North Carolina elections.
The second hour begins with International Relations and Security Analyst Mark Sleboda on the latest out of Ukraine and Russia.
The show closes with journalist and author Dan Lazare on student debt.
The Final Countdown – 6/27/23 – Putin Addresses Nation After Wagner Mutiny
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On this episode of The Final Countdown, the hosts Ted Rall and Jamarl Thomas discuss top news including the latest out of Russia and Ukraine.
Tyler Nixon: Army Infantry Veteran
Steve Gill: Attorney and CEO of Gill Media
Mark Sleboda: International Relations and Security Analyst
Ruben Navarette: Syndicated columnist with the Washington Post Writers Group
The show starts with Tyler Nixon, Army Infantry Veteran who joins to discuss Kevin McCarthy’s impeachment of Merrick Garland.
In the second half of the first hour, the hosts spoke to attorney and CEO of Gill Media Steve Gill on how Trump’s latest indictment is affecting his performance.
The second hour begins with International Relations and Security Analyst Mark Sleboda on the latest out of Ukraine and Russia.
The show closes with Syndicated Columnist Ruben Navarette talking about changes over at Fox News.
The Final Countdown – 6/26/23 – Greek Conservatives Win Big as Other European Nations Face Similar Fates
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On this episode of The Final Countdown, the hosts Ted Rall and Jamarl Thomas discuss top news including the Greek elections.
Scott Stantis: Cartoonist for The Chicago Tribune
Mark Sleboda: International Relations and Security Analyst
Angie Wong: Journalist
The show starts with Scott Stantis, Cartoonist for The Chicago Tribune who joins to discuss the Navajo Water fight.
In the second half of the first hour, the hosts spoke to Mark Sleboda International Relations and Security Analyst to talk about the failed Wagner Group rebellion.
The second hour begins with journalist Angie Wong on the latest out of the Hunter Biden drama.
The show closes with hosts discussing the Greek and other EU elections.
