Counterpoint with Eddie Hobbs

📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: https://dub.sh/1215substack Dougie Beattie, Irish correspondent for GB News, shares his eyewitness account of the protests at City West following an alleged assault on a child at the asylum accommodation center. Expect to learn about the shifting composition of Irish protests with middle and upper-class citizens joining traditional working-class demonstrators, the confrontational approach taken by Gardaí including pepper-spraying identified press members and local residents, and the notable absence of mainstream Irish media outlets at a significant public event. Beattie details how journalists were physically targeted despite clear press identification, raising questions about press freedom and transparency. The conversation explores the recent "spoil the vote" phenomenon that sent a powerful message to the Irish government, declining public trust in state-funded media organizations, and the interconnections between immigration policies in Ireland and Britain. Beattie provides context on Ireland's diminishing influence on the global stage, particularly regarding its stance on international conflicts and relations with Washington. This discussion offers rare firsthand insights into events largely unreported by traditional Irish media channels and examines broader questions about media accountability, immigration policy, and political shifts occurring across Ireland. Get in touch: X (Twitter): https://dub.sh/eddiehobbs-x Newsletter: https://dub.sh/1215substack To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: https://eddiehobbs.com/ Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland.

📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: https://dub.sh/1215substack Michael Yon is a former Green Beret and independent military journalist who has reported from conflict zones across the globe, including Thailand, Hong Kong, Iraq, and Afghanistan. His work has been referenced in major publications such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and The Guardian. In this interview, viewers will gain insight into what Yon describes as the global migration industrial complex, exploring how large-scale population movements can be used as strategic tools by powerful political and economic forces. He explains how migration has historically been weaponized as a form of population engineering, drawing parallels between contemporary migration patterns and ancient practices dating back to the Roman Empire. The discussion delves into the organizations that shape global migration flows—such as the International Organization for Migration (IOM)—and examines how they may serve broader geopolitical objectives. It also considers how migration policies are influencing the transformation of Western societies, the security implications of open borders, and the intersection between migration and global power structures, offering a perspective that challenges mainstream narratives. Get in touch: X (Twitter): https://dub.sh/eddiehobbs-x Newsletter: https://dub.sh/1215substack To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: https://eddiehobbs.com/ Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved. How this was made

📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: https://dub.sh/1215substack Declan Ganley, entrepreneur and activist for the "Spoil the Vote" campaign, discusses the recent Irish presidential election that revealed a significant disconnect between the Irish government and its people. Expect to learn about the unprecedented level of spoiled votes and non-voters in the election, how three-quarters of the Irish electorate remains politically unrepresented, and why Ganley believes this presents an opportunity for a new center-right political movement. The conversation explores how Ireland's political establishment has shifted leftward while abandoning traditional center-right positions, the influence of NGOs on Irish politics, and the systemic challenges facing those who wish to reoccupy the abandoned political space. Ganley also discusses his role as CEO of Rivada Networks, which is developing a revolutionary satellite communications system called the "Outernet" - designed to maintain critical global communications even if traditional internet infrastructure fails. The discussion provides insight into Ireland's political transformation and the potential for significant change in its political landscape following what Ganley describes as "the bonfire of the old rules." Get in touch: X (Twitter): https://dub.sh/eddiehobbs-x Newsletter: https://dub.sh/1215substack To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: https://eddiehobbs.com/ Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved.

📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: https://dub.sh/1215substack Ezra Levant and Senator Sharon Keogan join Eddie Hobbs on Counterpoint to discuss the aftermath of an alleged sexual assault on a 10-year-old child at Citywest, Ireland's largest asylum accommodation center. Expect to learn about the security concerns surrounding Ireland's immigration policies, how the alleged perpetrator had been ordered deported but remained in the country, the lack of transparency in crime statistics related to asylum seekers, and Senator Keogan's critique of the government's response to the incident. The discussion examines the disconnect between Irish citizens and government officials on immigration policy, the economic implications of Ireland's approach to asylum seekers, and concerns about proper integration of migrants from certain regions. This conversation provides insight into the growing tensions in Ireland regarding immigration policy and highlights Senator Keogan's work in the Senate addressing these issues, including her calls for a Danish-style approach to immigration and her concerns about potential security threats. Get in touch: X (Twitter): https://dub.sh/eddiehobbs-x Newsletter: https://dub.sh/1215substack To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: https://eddiehobbs.com/ Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved.

📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: https://dub.sh/1215substack Declan Ganley and Malachi Steen join Eddie Hobbs to examine the interconnection between Ireland's presidential election, recent events at Citywest involving a 10-year-old girl, and media coverage of these issues. Expect to learn about a UCD report titled "Protecting Against Predators" that warned of child exploitation risks in Ireland, the government's response to immigration-related crime concerns, and how media outlets are reporting on the Citywest incident. The discussion covers the role of Tusla in child protection failures, public demonstrations at Citywest, and claims of data manipulation regarding immigration statistics. The conversation also explores the "Spoil Your Vote" campaign for Ireland's presidential election, with Ganley and Steen arguing that voters should reject what they describe as establishment candidates who support similar policies on immigration and social issues. They outline specific methods for spoiling ballots as a form of democratic protest against current governance. Get in touch: X (Twitter): https://dub.sh/eddiehobbs-x Newsletter: https://dub.sh/1215substack To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: https://eddiehobbs.com/ Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved.

📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: https://dub.sh/1215substack Alex Sheridan is the creator and host of "Ireland Reports," a new long-form interview series focused on Irish politics and current affairs. With a background in risk management within the banking sector, he also brings experience as an activist with Free Speech Ireland. Expect to learn about the evolution of media consumption from traditional television to digital platforms, how long-form content provides a more revealing and personable environment for political discourse, and why there's a significant gap in Irish media that "Ireland Reports" aims to fill. Alex discusses his show's focus on featuring political voices often neglected by mainstream media, including Senator Sharon Keogan, Councillor Malachy Steenson, and former Ambassador Ray Bassett. The conversation explores Ireland's controversial hate speech legislation, the presidential nomination process, and the growing disconnect between the political establishment and ordinary citizens. Alex offers insights into how digital media is reshaping political communication while traditional formats experience declining viewership across age demographics. Get in touch: X (Twitter): https://dub.sh/eddiehobbs-x Newsletter: https://dub.sh/1215substack To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: https://eddiehobbs.com/ Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved.

📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: https://dub.sh/1215substack Gareth Sheridan, a 36-year-old entrepreneur and former presidential hopeful, discusses his experience attempting to secure a nomination for Ireland's presidency and shares insights on the country's political landscape. Expect to learn about the challenges Sheridan faced during his presidential nomination campaign, including what he describes as a coordinated "block" by major political parties that prevented independent candidates from securing council nominations. The conversation explores Ireland's housing crisis and its far-reaching impacts on healthcare, education, and community life, with Sheridan arguing that successive governments have failed in their constitutional obligation to address this fundamental issue. This discussion covers the democratic deficit in Ireland's presidential nomination process, the concerning trend of young Irish talent emigrating due to housing unaffordability, and Sheridan's perspective on how Ireland needs forward-thinking leadership that includes younger voices in decision-making. Sheridan also shares insights from his business experience developing pharmaceutical technology in Florida and his motivations for returning to Ireland despite the challenges. The conversation provides a candid look at Irish politics from the perspective of a young entrepreneur who attempted to challenge the established system, offering fresh perspectives on how Ireland might address its most pressing national issues. Get in touch: X (Twitter): https://dub.sh/eddiehobbs-x Newsletter: https://dub.sh/1215substack To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: https://eddiehobbs.com/ Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved.

📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: https://dub.sh/1215substack Dr. Eoin Lenihan discusses his new book "Vandalizing Ireland," which examines how Ireland has transformed over the past 25 years through mass immigration, foreign direct investment, and what he describes as eroded democracy. Expect to learn about Ireland's changing national identity, the decline of the Catholic Church and its replacement with social justice ideology, how government and media coordinate messaging around immigration issues, and the introduction of critical race theory into Irish academia and politics. The conversation covers controversial topics including the handling of the Ashling Murphy murder case, how media narratives shifted blame from immigration policy to "misogyny," the dramatic increase in asylum applications following ministerial statements, and the influence of American academic theories on Irish social discourse. Dr. Linehan provides detailed analysis of what he terms the "NGO Industrial Complex" and explains how he believes traditional Irish identity is being systematically dismantled through coordinated efforts between government, media, and academia. Get in touch: X (Twitter): https://dub.sh/eddiehobbs-x Newsletter: https://dub.sh/1215substack To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: https://eddiehobbs.com/ Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved.

📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: https://dub.sh/1215substack Ben Habib is a former MEP and Leader of Advanced UK who brings his perspective on the erosion of civil liberties in the United Kingdom under the current Labour government. Expect to learn about Prime Minister Keir Starmer's controversial mandatory digital ID proposal, the concerning rise in arrests for free speech violations in Britain, and how these developments represent what Habib describes as a systematic dismantling of civil liberties. The discussion examines how digital ID systems primarily impact law-abiding citizens rather than addressing illegal migration, the relationship between diminishing democratic accountability and increasing government control, and Advanced UK's vision for constitutional reform. This conversation explores the parallels between global governance trends and national sovereignty, the economic impacts of current UK policies, and Habib's assessment that Britain is approaching a critical juncture that will determine whether traditional British liberties can be preserved. Habib outlines his party's strategy for contesting all constituencies in the 2029 general election with a platform focused on reversing what he views as decades of constitutional damage. Get in touch: X (Twitter): https://dub.sh/eddiehobbs-x Newsletter: https://dub.sh/1215substack To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: https://eddiehobbs.com/ Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved.

📌 Join 7,000+ others on Substack for exclusive access to deep dive articles, upcoming talks, and more: https://dub.sh/1215substack Keith Woods is a documentary filmmaker and political analyst whose recent work examines the changing political landscape across Europe in response to migration policies. Expect to learn about the dramatic shifts in German politics where the Alternative for Germany has risen to become one of the country's most popular party, how Poland's political establishment is responding to migration pressures despite its more conservative stance, and the growing polarization between older and younger voters across Europe. The discussion covers how government data on migration and crime is being collected and presented differently across European countries, the increasing censorship facing those who discuss these topics, and why younger Europeans who have lived abroad are returning with concerns about their home countries following similar paths. This conversation examines the fundamental challenges facing the European political establishment as populist movements gain momentum, the demographic divide driving political change, and how treaties and conventions established by previous governments constrain current policy options on migration. Check out Keith Woods and his work: https://keithwoods.pub/ Get in touch: X (Twitter): https://dub.sh/eddiehobbs-x Newsletter: https://dub.sh/1215substack To engage with Eddie on personal or corporate financial matters, go to his website: https://eddiehobbs.com/ Eddie Hobbs heads up Hobbs Financial Practice Ltd, a private client advisory firm that specialises in strategic positioning of personal wealth. Hobbs Financial Practice Limited is Regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland. © 2025 1215 Counterpoint Productions Limited. All rights reserved.