Scott had John Robb on the show to discuss a number of articles he wrote recently on a variety of topics. They talk about Scott’s concern about a terrorist attack in the United States, the antisemitism bill, how the current tensions with China came about, the global effects of so-called packetized media and more. Discussed on the show: “Zero-Day Wars” (Global Guerillas) “The American Way?” (Global Guerillas) “Packetized Media” (Global Guerillas) “The Anti-Israel Swarm” (Global...

Connor Freeman joined Scott on Antiwar Radio this week to discuss the latest developments from Gaza. They talk about the apparently imminent invasion of Rafah, the concerning state of internal Israeli politics, the scale of suffering, Biden’s makeshift pier and more. Discussed on the show: “Israel’s Smotrich Calls for ‘Total Annihilation’ of Rafah, Other Cities in Gaza” (Antiwar.com) “In Gaza, Authorities Lose Count of the Dead” (Wall Street Journal) Connor Freeman is the Assistant Editor...

Scott interviews journalist and researcher Richard Booth about HBO’s new documentary An American Bombing: The Road to April 19th. Booth served as a research consultant on the film. He talks with Scott about his experience working with the producers, what the finished film got right and why it’s important. Discussed on the show: Oklahoma City Bombing Archive An American Bombing: The Road to April 19th (IMDb) Oklahoma City: What the Investigation Missed--and Why It Still Matters by Andrew...

Scott interviews Iraqi journalist Dana Taib Menmy about an article he wrote on the possibility that cleric Muqtada al-Sadr may return to Iraqi politics after a nearly three-year withdrawal. Scott and Menmy discuss who Sadr is, why he left, why it seems he may return and how that will impact both Iraqi politics and the stability of the whole region. Discussed on the show: “Will Iraq's Muqtada al-Sadr end his political quarantine?” (The New Arab) Dana Taib Menmy is The New Arab's Iraq...

Ted Snider returns to the show to talk about a pair of articles he wrote recently about Ukraine. The first examines the lie we keep hearing from Western officials that Vladamir Putin intends to move beyond Ukraine and conquer parts of Europe. The second article takes a close look at the peace talks that could have ended this war in April of 2022. Snider and Scott discuss what we know about what the sides had agreed to and why the agreement was never realized. Discussed on the show: “Is Putin...

Kyle Anzalone was on Antiwar Radio to discuss the big foreign policy stories of the week. He and Scott discussed the four foreign aid bills that just passed Congress and the antiwar protests spreading across America’s college campuses. Anzalone also gave updates on the humanitarian situation in Gaza and the status of Israeli-Iranian tensions. Discussed on the show: “Netanyahu Calls for Crackdown on Pro-Palestine Protesters in the US” (Antiwar.com) “Israel's Day of Infamy” (The Wayward...

Daniel Davis was on Antiwar Radio to discuss the West’s effort to extend the war in Ukraine. He and Scott review some of the arguments he faced in a recent debate where he and John Mearsheimer faced off against some members of the foreign policy blob. They use some of the claims made in that debate to explain why extending the war is not just a mistake, but deeply immoral. Discussed on the show: Debate - Should U.S. Fund Ukraine War Again? Daniel Davis did multiple tours in Iraq and...

Scott interviews Bill Buppert, the new Smedley D. Butler Fellow for Military Affairs at the Libertarian Institute, about some of the topics he’s covered on his podcast, Chasing Ghosts. They discuss stoicism, Scott’s concern about a bin Ladenite terrorist attack happening in America, the ongoing slaughter in Gaza, the changing nature of warfare and more. Discussed on the show: Bridge of Spies (IMDb) Chasing Ghosts Episode 39 Stoicism: Who Dares Leads “A Military Solution to a Political...

Patrick Macfarlane joined Scott on Antiwar Radio this week to discuss America’s march to war with China. They talk about the provocative US maneuvers off of China’s coast and Washington’s ongoing effort to bring India into this new Cold War. Discussed on the show: “‘Integrated Deterrence’ Means Provoking China” (Libertarian Institute) Hotter Than The Sun: Time To Abolish Nuclear Weapons by Scott Horton Perils of Dominance: Imbalance of Power and the Road to War in Vietnam by Gareth...

Dave Decamp was back on Antiwar Radio this week to talk about the escalating violence in the Middle East. He talks with Scott about the Israeli strike on the Iranian consulate building in Syria and the expected Iranian response. They also discuss the violence in southern Lebanon, the odds of a ceasefire occurring in the near future and more. Discussed on the show: “US Thinks Iranian Retaliation Against Israel Is Imminent” (Antiwar.com) “Biden Walks Back Call for Israel to Declare a...

Kyle Anzalone was on Antiwar Radio to talk about the terrorist attack in Moscow and the war in Ukraine. Anzalone lays out what we know about the attack on a concert hall on the outskirts of Moscow. He then provides an update on where things stand in Ukraine, along with the West’s effort to scrape more money together to keep the war going. Kyle Anzalone is news editor of the Libertarian Institute, opinion editor of Antiwar.com and co-host of Conflicts of Interest with Will Porter and Connor...

Will Porter joined Scott on Antiwar Radio this week to talk about Gaza. They discuss the scale of death and destruction so far, the World Central Kitchen convoy bombing, the IDF’s AI targeting tool and more. Discussed on the show: “Israeli Siege Causes Sharp Rise in Newborn Baby Deaths in Gaza” (Antiwar.com) “Lavender: The AI machine directing Israel’s bombing spree in Gaza” (+972 Magazine) Will Porter is assistant news editor at the Libertarian Institute and a regular contributor at...

Scott talks with Trita Parsi about the hollowness of Biden’s efforts to improve things in Gaza. They start with the Administration’s ridiculous framing, which seeks to admit that there are distasteful aspects of Israel’s Gaza campaign, but then to blame those aspects solely on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. They also talk about how the war is affecting Democratic voters and the risk that this war will expand to southern Lebanon. Discussed on the show: “The US is trying to force the...

Kit Klarenberg joins the show to talk about two articles he recently wrote at the Grayzone. The first deals with his ridiculous Twitter ban. He and Scott discuss the details as well as the broader effort to censor dissident voices and real journalists. They then talk about an article Klarenberg wrote, reporting new details about the West’s role in the Kosovo War twenty-five years ago. Discussed on the show: “I was banned from Elon’s ‘free speech’ X app for offending power” (The...

Scott brings Matthew Hoh back on to talk about a speech he gave to the UN Security Council earlier this month. They discuss the very real risk of the war in Ukraine going nuclear, the incompetency of America’s so-called national security “experts” and more. Discussed on the show: Matthew Hoh’s speech at the UN Security Council “VIPS MEMO: The French Road to Nuclear War” (Consortium News) “U.S. to Pull Out of ABM Treaty, Clearing Path for Antimissile Tests” (New York Times) Matthew Hoh is...

Journalist Kevin Gosztola returns to the show to provide a quick explanation of the UK High Court’s decision regarding Julian Assange’s extradition hearing. Discussed on the show: “Assange Extradition Delayed: UK High Court Asks US To Offer 'Assurances' Or Face Limited Appeal” (The Dissenter) “Inside the CIA's secret war plans against WikiLeaks” (Yahoo News) Kevin Gosztola is the managing editor of Shadowproof. He also produces and co-hosts the weekly podcast, “Unauthorized Disclosure.” He...

Scott talks with journalist Ramzy Baroud about the present and future ramifications of the war in Gaza. They discuss the political dynamic in the U.S. as well as the geopolitical dynamic in the Middle East and on a global scale. Discussed on the show: “Words vs. Action: A Supplication for Gaza, and Humanity” (Antiwar.com) Ramzy Baroud is a US-Arab journalist and is the editor-in-chief of the Palestine Chronicle. He is the author of My Father Was A Freedom Fighter: The Untold Story of Gaza and...

Dave DeCampe was back on Antiwar Radio this week to discuss the war in Gaza. He and Scott talk about the latest developments and examine how Americans are reacting. Discussed on the show: “Majority of Americans Disapprove of Israel’s Military Actions in Gaza” (Antiwar.com) “Collateral Murder 2.0” (Libertarian Institute) “Trump Says Israel Has To ‘Finish the War’ Because It’s ‘Losing a Lot of Support’” (Antiwar.com) “IDF Officer: ‘We Are Demolishing Everything Before Entering’”...

Ted Snider returns to the show to discuss some developments related to the war in Ukraine. Scott and Snider start with the sudden admissions from a number of high-level officials that various Western countries have troops on the ground in Ukraine. They also discuss the fall of Avdiivka, the leadership change in Ukraine’s military and Putin’s win in the latest election. Discussed on the show: “Why is the West Suddenly Revealing That It Has Troops in Ukraine?” (Antiwar.com) “How the C.I.A....

Scott was joined by Daniel McAdams to talk about the domestic politics of the wars in Ukraine and Gaza. They start with the retirement of Victoria Nuland before getting into the regime’s recent shift in Ukraine rhetoric. They also talk about the war in Gaza and how it’s impacting American politics. Discussed on the show: “Did ‘Toria’ Jump…Or Was She Pushed?” (Ron Paul Institute) “US House Goes Full ‘Gangster’ With Tik Tok Ban” (Ron Paul Institute) Daniel McAdams is the executive director...

Journalist and author Kevin Gosztola was on Antiwar Radio to discuss the most recent development in the government’s war on Julian Assange — a potential plea deal. Gosztola reviews what we know about the possible deal and lays out why this should not be considered good news. Discussed on the show: “Julian Assange, Justice Department Exploring Guilty Plea to End 14-Year Legal Drama” (Wall Street Journal) Kevin Gosztola is the managing editor of Shadowproof. He also produces and co-hosts the...

Kyle Anzalone was back on Antiwar Radio this week to discuss the war in Gaza. This week, he and Scott focus on the humanitarian crisis — specifically the shortage of medical supplies. They discuss what’s causing it and what its effects are. Discussed on the show: “Physicians Describe ‘Most Appalling Atrocities’ in Gaza” (Libertarian Institute) “Israeli forces target aid workers in string of killings amid imminent famine” (Middle East Eye) Kyle Anzalone is news editor of the Libertarian...

Scott interviewed Andrew Cockburn about some recent articles he’s written. They start with a piece digging into the actual national security budget, which is much higher than people typically think. They also talk about the consequences of the war on terror, Julian Assange, the threat of government censorship and more. Discussed on the show: “Our Real National Security Budget” (Substack) “The Pentagon’s Silicon Valley Problem” (Harper’s) Andrew Cockburn is the Washington editor of Harper’s...

Scott was joined by Brad Pearce to talk about Ukraine. They discuss the report in the New York Times detailing the CIA’s long-time presence in Ukraine, the stupidity of those in charge of American foreign policy, the absurdity of NATO’s security guarantees, the color revolutions in post-Soviet states and more. Discussed on the show: “The CIA Admits Its Long-Time Presence in Ukraine” (Libertarian Institute) “The Spy War: How the C.I.A. Secretly Helps Ukraine Fight Putin” (New York...