The Truth

We’re living in a jungle of manipulative media objects: sycophant chatbots, military disinformation, "flooding the zone with shit," and conspiracy theories that either capture people and drag them into derangement or, sometimes, turn out to be true.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-truth--6487495/support.

Four Palestine Action activists could be sentenced as terrorists under legislation being used for the first time. We speak to the author of a new report who’s fighting back.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-truth--6487495/support.

Trump finds himself increasingly isolated on the world stage as negotiations with Iran continue to collapse and Tehran moves closer to Russia with a new strategic agreement. Meanwhile, Trump's claimed Lebanon ceasefire unravels almost immediately as Israel and Hezbollah resume exchanging fire, exposing yet another foreign policy failure. We also discuss the bizarre revelation that Trump dispatched a delegation to Russia to showcase plans for his lavish ballroom project and a proposed tunnel connecting the two countries. Back in Washington, Trump administration officials endure a series of brutal congressional hearings as lawmakers press them on corruption, incompetence, and growing instability. Plus, with energy prices rising and supply concerns mounting, Trump doubles down on coal subsidies and fossil fuel giveaways while rejecting clean energy solutions, further deepening the energy crisis his own policies have helped create.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-truth--6487495/support.

Trump’s Cabinet Chaos & The Weaponization Fund Ruse: The hosts discuss the political motivations behind the so-called 'weaponization fund' and analyze why it is described as a smokescreen for insulating the Trump family from long-term tax audit liability.SCOTUS, Alabama Maps, and the Fight for Democracy: This segment covers the Supreme Court's ruling on Alabama's congressional maps, with the hosts criticizing the majority decision and highlighting Justice Sotomayor’s dissent regarding the impact on voting rights and democratic participation.Why Bill Pulty’s Intelligence Appointment Signals Deep Trouble: The speakers analyze the appointment of Bill Pulty as Director of National Intelligence, expressing concern over his reported lack of intelligence experience and the potential for a conflict of interest while he maintains his role as a mortgage liquidity regulator.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-truth--6487495/support.

Trump’s collapsing plans for the America 250 celebrations, Republicans melt down over Pride, the collapse of the $1.776 billion slush fund, Marco Rubio grilled over the failed peace process in Iran, and Trump yells at Netanyahu over Lebanon.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-truth--6487495/support.

break down the stunning election results from Iowa, where Democrats scored a major upset and suddenly put the state back on the political map. They analyze what Turek’s victory says about the changing dynamics in the Midwest, the warning signs for Republicans heading into 2026, and whether Democrats have found a new path to compete in red states. Kander and Gupta also dive into the growing controversy surrounding Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner, as Democrats wrestle with questions about electability, character, and what it will take to defeat Susan Collins and win back the Senate. Plus, they discuss Trump’s decision to abandon his controversial $1.8 billion fund, new cracks emerging within the MAGA coalition, and the broader implications for the political landscape.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-truth--6487495/support.

show is back with an all-star guest lineup to discuss U.S. primary elections; the latest from the Iran war and the U.S.-backed Israeli assault on Lebanon; as well as updates from elections in Colombia and Peru. Plus, more details on joining the conversation with BT 2.0!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-truth--6487495/support.

1 fatality & 63 injuries are recorded in an Iranian attack on America’s staunch ally Kuwait. Plus: Reform continue to stoke the two-tier policing debate, inspired by the tragic death of Henry Novak.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-truth--6487495/support.

The far right holds power in the US, inflaming tension along racial lines. ICE agents terrorise the streets, while Black history is erased from school curricula. In the UK too, Nigel Farage’s far right party Reform is on the ascendancy, riding a tide of anti-immigrant sentiment that he has been whipping up for decades. Our guest on Downstream this week is Professor Kimberlé Crenshaw, civil rights advocate and legal scholar. Crenshaw is known for coining the term ‘intersectionality’ to describe the ways different forms of discrimination combine or intersect, and is a leading figure within the field of critical race theory. Born into segregation, her new memoir Backtalker (2026) tells her life story, tracking 60 turbulent years of American history in the process.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-truth--6487495/support.

provide commentary on breaking law and politics events coming from: Alabama, Tennessee, North Carolina, Virginia, and Florida, DC.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-truth--6487495/support.

the ceasefire between the United States and Iran, including specific military engagements and the subsequent geopolitical shifts in the Middle East. It examines the emergence of a new security architecture and the potential long-term global implications.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-truth--6487495/support.

Trump’s health decline after he fell asleep again this morning. His Board of Peace scam that has no funding. The elusive Iran deal, the slush fund fraud, RFK Jr wrestles snakes and much more!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-truth--6487495/support.

Ken Paxton’s stunning primary victory over John Cornyn in the most expensive Senate primary in American history and why Trump’s takeover of the Republican Party is pushing the GOP deeper into extremism and corruption. They analyze the fractures inside the Texas Republican Party, James Talarico’s growing momentum with moderates and independents, and why Republicans are suddenly terrified they could lose a Senate seat once considered untouchable. Kander and Gupta also dive into mounting economic anxiety as Americans sour on Trump’s handling of inflation, energy prices, and Iran, while his administration struggles to explain broken promises on lowering costs.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-truth--6487495/support.