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KunstlerCast - Conversations: Converging Catastrophes of the 21st Century

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Apr 2, 2025 • 1h 1min

KunstlerCast 421 — Dr. Chris Martenson on Reforming US Public Health under RFK; Tremors in Finance; and the First Hundred Days of Trump

  Dr. Chris Martenson, is an economic researcher and futurist specializing in energy and resource depletion, finance and banking, and the science and politics surrounding the Covid-19 affair. Before founding PeakProsperity.com, where he  provides analysis, commentary, and actionable advice, Martenson worked as a Vice President at a Fortune 300 company and spent over a decade in corporate finance and strategic consulting. His academic background includes a PhD in neurotoxicology from Duke University and a post-doctoral program in the same field, followed by an MBA in Finance from Cornell University. 
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Mar 8, 2025 • 1h 4min

KunstlerCast 420 — Tom Luongo of Gold, Goats and Guns, Talkin' Europe, Russia, and America in a Dangerous Year

Tom Luongo, a former research chemist and anarcho-libertarian, dives into the complex web of global geopolitics. He discusses America's historical ties with Britain and questions their authenticity. Luongo also examines Britain's post-WWI economic strategies and their effects on modern politics. Key insights include Russia's historical resilience and the pressing need for fostering friendly relations. Additionally, he tackles Europe’s geopolitical challenges, immigration issues, and the pervasive corruption in global leadership, urging deeper analysis of power dynamics.
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Feb 26, 2025 • 1h 12min

KunstlerCast 419 — Celia Farber on Covid Sorcery, the AIDS Fiasco, and Science Gone Wrong

Celia Farber, an acclaimed journalist and blogger known for her critical takes on the AIDS crisis and COVID-19, discusses her journey through investigative journalism. She explores the controversies surrounding HIV narratives and the health establishment's response to the AIDS epidemic. Farber delves into the origins of COVID-19, the influence of media, and the dynamics of public health during the pandemic. She also critiques vaccine skepticism, corporate corruption in healthcare, and the urgent need for accountability and ethical integrity in modern medicine.
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Feb 2, 2025 • 1h 6min

KunstlerCast 418 — Peter Golden Explores the Inner Life of John F. Kennedy in a New Novel

  Peter Golden is an award-winning journalist, novelist, and historian. His novels include Comeback Love, Wherever There Is Light, Nothing Is Forgotten , and Their Shadows Deep, just published, in which John F. Kennedy is a major character. During the course of his career, Mr. Golden has interviewed Presidents Richard Nixon, Gerald Ford, Ronald Reagan, and George H.W. Bush; Secretaries of State Henry Kissinger, Alexander Haig, George Shultz, and Lawrence Eagleburger; Israeli Prime Ministers Yitzhak Rabin, Shimon Peres, and Yitzhak Shamir; and Soviet President Mikhail Gorbachev. He lives with his wife near Albany, New York.   The KunstlerCast theme music is the beautiful Two Rivers Waltz written and performed by Larry Unger
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Jan 18, 2025 • 1h 5min

KunstlerCast 417 — Charles Hugh Smith, Progress and Anti-progress

In this discussion, Charles Hugh Smith, founder of the blog "Of Two Minds" and author of "The Mythology of Progress," delves into the deceptive nature of progress. He critiques the balance between technological advancements and their adverse effects on society and the environment. Smith argues that meaningful change often emerges from crises, not smooth transitions. He compares modern issues to the decline of the Ming dynasty, emphasizing the need for adaptable governance. The conversation reveals pressing concerns about healthcare, societal values, and the risks of blindly embracing technology.
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Jan 5, 2025 • 58min

KunstlerCast_416 — Bill Moyer on Reviving and Restoring the US Railroad System

      Bill Moyer calls himself  a radical solutionary. He’s the author of the book Solutionary Rail, a people powered campaign to electrify US railroads and open corridors for a clean energy future.  He also hosts the new podcast Reconnect America and posts essays on Solutionary Rail at Substack. The campaign has evolved into a national effort to put US rail infrastructure back in service of the public interest over Wall Street profit. He  lives with his wife and daughter in the woods of Vashon Island, WA in the Salish Sea.
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Dec 19, 2024 • 1h 4min

KunstlerKast 415 — Vermont Farmer and Attorney John Klar Fights for Parental Consent

John Klar, a seventh-generation Vermonter, farmer, and lawyer, discusses his legal battle representing a family fighting against school officials who vaccinated their son without parental consent. He explores the ethical implications of this case and the erosion of trust in government following COVID-19 policies. Klar also delves into the challenges faced by modern farmers and the importance of supporting local agriculture. His insights shed light on the intersection of parental rights, public health, and the complexities of legal frameworks.
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Nov 20, 2024 • 1h 5min

KunstlerCast 414 — Part Two, Elizabeth Nickson: Momentous Changes A'foot

Elizabeth Nickson, a Canadian journalist and author known for her probing work on environmentalism and the CIA's MKUltra program, shares her insightful perspectives. She discusses the radical turns within the environmental movement and their adverse effects on rural economies. Nickson also reflects on the changing dynamics of family support systems and critiques modern bureaucracy's inefficiencies. Moreover, she addresses the impact of organized crime in Canada and the intricate ties between politics and media, revealing the complex landscape of governance today.
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Nov 7, 2024 • 1h 3min

KunstlerCast 413 — Journalist Elizabeth Nickson, MK Ultra and other Reindeer Games

Journalist Elizabeth Nickson, known for her deep dives into the CIA's MKUltra program and radical environmentalism, shares her insights on the complex interplay of mental health and media integrity. The conversation touches on political accountability in the wake of election controversies and the rise of populism in the West. Nickson reflects on historical trauma and its implications, while also discussing the troubling nature of censorship and the societal control exerted by those in power. Prepare for a thought-provoking exploration of contemporary issues!
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Oct 29, 2024 • 1h 4min

KunstlerCast 412 — Mike McCormick, Joe Biden Unauthorized

Mike McCormick was a White House staff stenographer for fifteen years in the George W. Bush, Obama, and Trump administrations. He spent many years assigned to Veep Joe Biden and went on many overseas trips with him. His task was to record conversations between Joe Biden and members of the press to ensure accurate reporting, but he was also present at meetings with global leaders. He’s the author of Joe Biden Unauthorized, The Case to Impeach and Imprison Joe Biden, and Fifteen Years A Deplorable: A White House Memoir. He blogs at: Midnight in the Laptop of Good and Evil on Substack. The KunstlerCast theme music is the beautiful Two Rivers Waltz written and performed by Larry Unger

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