Coffee and a Mike

John Waters, Michael Yon, and Masako Ganaha #1244

Nov 4, 2025
This talk features John Waters, an Irish commentator on culture and politics, Michael Yon, an independent war correspondent, and Masako Ganaha, a Japanese journalist. They dive into Japan's protests against migration, dissect Antifa's tactics, and the shifting dynamics in Irish demographics. Waters critiques media influence on society and discusses the implications of mass migration on Western civilization. Ganaha shares firsthand accounts from rallies in Japan, while Yon sheds light on global political unrest. A riveting discussion intertwining local and global issues!
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INSIGHT

Japan’s Sudden Immigration Wake-Up Call

  • Japan is experiencing a sudden, large-scale push toward mass immigration driven by government programs and international compacts.
  • Citizens are surprised and organizing nationwide protests against policies they say were implemented without public debate.
ANECDOTE

Journalist Targeted At Tokyo Rally

  • Masako was singled out and given the middle finger by activists who recognized her from prior Okinawa reporting.
  • She livestreamed the protest and observed aggressive behavior and targeted hostility from Shibakitai members.
INSIGHT

Shoes As Protest Intelligence

  • Shoe styles like Doc Martens can indicate coordinated activists at protests.
  • Observing footwear becomes a practical field cue to spot potentially organized, violent participants.
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