Dive into a whirlwind of controversy as the speaker reacts to media backlash from a political interview. They tackle serious accusations of Holocaust denial, offering clarifications and announcing a new World War II series. The discussion then shifts to the chilling impact of drug addiction on families and society, referencing the Jonestown tragedy. Historical accountability takes center stage, particularly regarding wartime moral complexities. The episode wraps up with heartfelt gratitude to listeners, highlighting the Holocaust's profound cultural implications.

Delve into miraculous deeds of Apollonius of Tiana, comparison with Jesus, encounter with demon in Ephesus. Tragic tale of Itipus fulfills prophecy, explores fate and deception. Historical scapegoating events, parallels with Peter denying Jesus, societal stressors. Inner conflict of martyrdom, resisting conformity, personal experiences. Ritualistic roots of scapegoat term, Easter symbolism, humble theological approach.

Luke Burgis, creator of Novitate Conference, gives a talk about Nietzsche and Dostoevsky at the Novitate Conference. The topics discussed include the similarities between Nietzsche and Dostoevsky's work, rejection and sacrifice in their writings, Nietzsche's critique of Christianity, his relationship dynamics with Salome, and Dostoevsky's struggles and triumphs.

This podcast explores the complex relationship between Black and Jewish Americans, discussing their unity during the civil rights movement, the rise of anti-Semitism, and the historical context of their connection. It also delves into the Nation of Islam, the shift towards Black Power, and tensions and dynamics between Black and White activists. Other topics include the baby boomer generation's influence on American institutions, Lyndon Johnson's reformist agenda, destructive behavior during conflicts, and the history of the New York City public school system.

The podcast explores the dark material of the Jeffrey Epstein case, including allegations of government cover-ups, media influence, and powerful networks. It discusses Epstein's role at Bear Stearns, language fluency and Zionist conflict, challenges in spying in a multicultural society, and ethical dilemmas in reporting crimes. The podcast also delves into disturbing incidents of child rape by CIA employees, the British intelligence and King Corps Boys' home scandal, and the connections to Mark Dutro and the Finders organization. It explores conspiracy theories like QAnon and Pizzagate, government secrecy and propaganda campaigns, John Podesta's career and controversial art, Epstein's connections to powerful individuals and his suspicious death, and allegations of fraud and espionage in the software industry.

Explore the escalations of savagery and unrestrained violence in the Israel-Palestine conflict from 1948-1982. Delve into the profound effects of war on both Israelis and Palestinians. Discover the frustration with outsiders fueling the conflict. Discuss the aftermath of the Israeli War of Independence and the impact on Palestinian refugees. Explore the complexities of Jordan's position on the Palestinian cause. Learn about covert Israeli spy operations and different perspectives on the aftermath of the war. Unveil tragic massacres and understand the birth of Hamas. Dive into the historical roots and complexities of the conflict.

The Great Migration of 1915-1960 saw over six million African Americans move from the rural South to the big cities of the North and West. It was one of the largest mass migrations in human history, and one whose consequences defined American domestic politics throughout the 20th century. But it wasn’t the first time the industrial cities of America had experienced massive demographic transformation, and the black migrants would run smack into the immigrants of previous generations. In the 1960s, frustration and anger turned to conflict, as race riots drove what was left of the white ethnics out of the inner cities. Today we tell the story of the battle for control of the Ocean Hill-Brownsville school district in New York City – a topic which might sound a bit dull, but was one of the most intense periods of racial conflict in recent American history. The conflict captured the attention of the country for months, and led to a split in the alliance between American blacks and American Jews that had powered the civil rights movement until the late 1960s.SUPPORT THE SHOW!I don’t use sponsors for this show. I work for you guys. If you’d like to help out, become a subscriber to the MartyrMade Substack. It’s just $5 p/month or $50 p/year, and you’ll have access to subscribers-only podcasts, essays (w/audio versions), interviews, and more. New subscribers will have some catching up to do. If anyone would like to be a subscriber, but can’t swing it right now, just shoot me an email and we’ll get you hooked up. I appreciate you guys letting me do this show.

In August 1921, 10,000-20,000 armed coal miners marched on Mingo County, West Virginia to lift the martial law imposed there, free their jailed brethren, and avenge the assassination of one of their local heroes. At least 20,000 more wives, young boys and other civilians followed the army providing medical, logistical and other services. Before it was over, they would storm a mountainside under fire from entrenched machine guns, and while being bombed from the air. It was the largest and most serious armed insurrection in US history since the Civil War. This episode is going to discuss the West Virginia Coal Mine Wars, and The Battle of Blair Mountain.These episodes are out a week or two early on the Substack feed. If you enjoy this content or want more essays and podcasts not available here, please consider becoming a subscriber over at Substack, it’s how I manage to be able to do this at all.Here’s the link to Jocko’s company, Origin, that I mention in the intro. Go there and check out the high-end clothing, boots, jiu jitsu gis, hunting gear and more, all hand-made in the United States.Here’s the link to Daniele Bolelli’s History on Fire podcast (also available wherever you get your podcasts).

Hi everyone. Here is the first episode – well, the prologue – for a brand new Martyr Made series called Whose America?, on the American labor wars. This is a series I’ve been working on for a while, and a story very close to my heart.I appreciate the patience and support you guys have shown me. I have a habit of over-burdening myself until work grinds to a crawl, then I panic and work myself nearly insane to catch up. Well, the good news is that I only decided to do this prologue at the last minute to set the tone and get the ball rolling, when the *actual* first episode of this series, on the largest insurrection in American history before or since the Civil War, was already almost done. I’ve got another two books to read before I’m ready to release it into the wild, but it won’t be too long.This episode has already been available to Substack subcribers for a week. I will be doing that from now on, so you can add that to the list of benefits available to subscribers for just $5 p/month or $50 p/year. If you enjoy this episode, or even if you don’t but just want to keep my cats from starving, please consider supporting the podcast by becoming a paid subscriber to the MartyrMade Substack.Thanks for listening!

Hey everyone. After the recent Thoughts On Ukraine episode, I thought it would be a good idea to bring someone on the show who has a different perspective. Kristaps Andrejsons is a Latvian journalist,