Progressive Commentary Hour

The Progressive Commentary Hour with Gary - 1.6.26. 

Colonel Lawrence Wilkerson, a retired U.S. Army Colonel and former chief of staff to Colin Powell, shares his insights on America’s declining global influence. He discusses the dangers of nuclear capabilities amidst imperial decline and connects soaring debt to potential conflict. Wilkerson critiques the U.S.–Israel relationship and highlights the impact of AI on job displacement. He warns about the concentration of corporate power and its implications for democracy, while also addressing China’s industrial dominance and strategic advancements.

Dr. Alex Gomez-Marin is a Spanish theoretical physicist turned neuroscientist, specializing in action perception and the edges of consciousness. He discusses his intriguing near-death experience and the importance of studying anomalous phenomena rigorously. Alex critiques traditional brain-centric views and advocates for an empathetic approach to animal consciousness. He also tackles the limitations of current scientific paradigms and the need for open inquiry against institutional suppression. This engaging dialogue explores the profound intersections between science, consciousness, and holistic understanding.

Explore the intricate relationship between happiness and the illusions of modern life. Discover how cultural values shift from community and morality to performance and identity. Delve into the impact of emotions on health and the dangers of a society obsessed with status. Gary Null highlights the importance of reclaiming inner joy and authenticity amid distractions and societal fragmentation. He poses a thought-provoking question on the nature of happiness, urging listeners to reconnect with deeper, lasting sources of fulfillment.

Dane Wigington is a geoengineering scientist with a background in solar energy who is highly regarded as one of the foremost experts and commentators on stratospheric aerosol geoengineering and solar radiation management. As a climate researcher, Dane has been studying anthropocentric climate change, geoengineering technology and operations for almost 20 years. Dane hosts the weekly radio broadcast Global Alert News every Wednesday at 2 pm Eastern Time on the Progressive Radio Network and directs the website GeoEngineeringWatch.org for the latest updates and commentaries on geoengineering science and its adverse effects.

Dr. Meryl Nass, an internal medicine physician and biological warfare epidemiologist, dives deep into health reform promises from the Trump administration and the MAHA movement. She critiques vaccine safety claims and discusses the controversial Wakefield story and CDC whistleblower revelations. Nass reveals the shortcomings of the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program and discusses the links between food policy, ultra-processed diets, and chronic disease. Her insights shed light on the conflicts within public health agencies and the urgency of reform.

Ray McGovern, a former CIA analyst and political activist, delves into the intricacies of U.S. foreign policy failures and the emergence of a new geopolitical landscape. He critically examines the origins of the Russiagate narrative and its implications for U.S.-Russia relations. McGovern discusses the overlooked evidence surrounding the DNC leaks and CrowdStrike's testimony, highlighting media silence on critical issues. He also addresses the impact of U.S. support for Israel and raises concerns about civilian suffering in Gaza, urging accountability in government actions.

Join Professor Jim Garrison, a researcher on consciousness and UFOs, as he dives into the intriguing intersection of healing energy and extraterrestrial contact. He discusses the origins of UFO secrecy post-WWII and why extraterrestrials may be here to warn humanity about nuclear threats. Garrison also highlights the importance of interspecies communication and blending human, nature, and cosmic intelligences. Personal anecdotes from Gary Null about shamanic connections and the energy of food add a captivating layer to this mind-bending conversation.

Jim Garrison, founder of Ubiquity University and former co-founder of the Gorbachev Foundation, discusses crucial global themes. He explores Hannah Arendt’s relevance to modern distrust and shares his plans to reboot the State of the World Forum. Garrison outlines four truths shaping our era, including ecological collapse and the risks of unregulated AI. He emphasizes a multi-intelligence framework to tackle these crises and proposes a $100,000 prize for innovative solutions. The conversation also touches on the urgent need to address rising authoritarianism and the role of extraterrestrial insights in warning humanity.