

9/18/24 Max Blumenthal on the Second Trump Assassination Attempt
Sep 20, 2024
Max Blumenthal, a prominent journalist known for his provocative investigations, returns to discuss Ryan Routh, a man with a dubious criminal history linked to an alleged assassination attempt on Trump. The conversation uncovers Routh's unusual activities tied to the Ukraine conflict and examines the radical ideologies that may have fueled his actions. They also critique media narratives around political violence, explore the implications of U.S. foreign policy, and highlight the importance of investigative journalism in revealing the truth behind national security issues.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Radicalization and Assassination Attempts in the Ukraine Conflict
02:30 • 14min
Media Narratives and Political Rhetoric in Today's Climate
16:36 • 4min
Media Narratives and the Consequences of Foreign Policy
20:30 • 4min
Unraveling Ambiguities in Conflict Reporting
24:36 • 2min
Entrapment and Political Narratives
26:46 • 8min