The Insurgents Ep. 423: Email Dump ft. James Rehwald
Nov 14, 2025
James Rehwald, a political commentator known for his anti-imperialist views, joins to dive into the shocking newly released Epstein emails. He discusses how these documents reveal disturbing connections among elites, including ties to Israeli intelligence and implications for figures like Trump. The conversation touches on the political fallout for Republicans and explores the broader context of U.S. imperialism and media manipulation. Rehwald also shares insights on how his personal political evolution shapes his commentary today.
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James' Gaming Origins
- James Rehwald recounts growing up as a heavy PC and console gamer with a Game Boy Color and PS2.
- He says gaming tapered in college but he still plays occasionally on a Nintendo Switch.
Algorithm Shifts After TikTok Sale
- TikTok's ownership changes appear to have altered algorithms around Palestine and other topics.
- James and hosts note reduced Palestine-related content and increased pro-Israel ads after the platform's ownership shift.
Ubiquitous Pro-Israel Ad Campaigns
- James and Rob describe seeing daily, expensive pro-Israel ad campaigns across platforms.
- James finds the ads blunt and ineffective for his audience, highlighting heavy Israel PR spending.