About this episode

Rob Carson discusses global issues with guests Hilary Fordwich and Brig. Gen. Blaine Holt, focusing on Iran, Afghanistan, and economic sanctions.

-As the 25th anniversary of 9/11 approaches, artist Scott LoBaido calls on Zohran Mamdani to stay away from the memorial ceremony, while Rob reflects on Afghanistan and the billions of dollars in American military equipment that ends up in Taliban hands following the 2021 withdrawal. -Hilary Fordwich makes a surprise studio appearance after attending an event with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, discussing the economy, Canada and efforts targeting Iranian assets—including two major London properties reportedly connected to Iran’s supreme leader.  -Brig. Gen. Blaine Holt (Ret.) joins Rob to celebrate efforts to bypass Iran’s leverage over the Strait of Hormuz, break down the economic blockade and sanctions campaign, and discuss everything from seized Iranian assets to the Falkland Islands and Europe’s populist political movements. Today’s podcast is sponsored by : PARAMOUNT PLUS - Don’t Miss “MobLand.” All episodes streaming September 18th on Paramount Plus. CALOTREN - Just take Calotren as directed at bedtime and let its collagen-based formula burn fat and maintain muscle while you sleep. Visit http://TopLoss.com/Rob To call in and speak with Rob Carson live…

People in this episode

Host: Rob Carson

Guests: Hilary Fordwich, Brig. Gen. Blaine Holt

Topics covered

• 9/11 anniversary
• Afghanistan
• Iran sanctions
• economic blockade
• military equipment
• populist movements

Keywords

• 9/11
• Taliban
• Iran
• sanctions
• military equipment
• economy
• populism

Sponsors

PARAMOUNT PLUS, CALOTREN

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Taliban, Iran

Places: Strait of Hormuz, Falkland Islands, Europe

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