Scott Horton Show - Just the Interviews

Scott interviews Ken Silva about some of his recent reporting. They first look into the alleged Iranian plots to assassinate President-elect Trump. Silva, who has reported on many FBI sting and entrapment schemes, believes that these plots are being advanced or even outright fabricated by the Bureau. He explains why. They then turn to the actual assassination plot that culminated in the shooting at the Trump rally in Butler, PA, of which there are still many important questions to be answered. Discussed on the show: “Sen. Grassley Removes ‘Sensitive’ FBI Records from Website after Bureau Complains” (Headline USA) The Terror Factory by Trever Aaronson  “DOJ Announce Another ‘Iranian Assassination Plot’ as Trump Looks to Clean House” (Headline USA) Ken Silva has been a reporter for more than 10 years, working in places such as the British Virgin Islands, the Cayman Islands, and the United States. Follow him on Twitter @JD_CashlessThis episode of the Scott Horton Show is sponsored by: Roberts and Robers Brokerage Incorporated; Tom Woods’ Liberty Classroom; Libertas Bella; ExpandDesigns.com/Scott.Get Scott’s interviews before anyone else! Subscribe to the Substack.Shop Libertarian Institute merch or donate to the show through Patreon, PayPal or Bitcoin: 1DZBZNJrxUhQhEzgDh7k8JXHXRjY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott and Matt Taibbi look back at the 2024 election. They discuss the reason Trump was able to quickly return to form, Biden getting tossed out, the many weaknesses of Kamala Harris and, of course, how awful the media was. Discussed on the show: The Pentagon Wars (IMDb) “How America's Accurate Election Polls Were Covered Up” (Racket News) Hate Inc. by Matt Taibbi Matt Taibbi is a journalist, author and political commentator. Subscribe to his Substack publication: Racket News and follow him on Twitter @mtaibbi.This episode of the Scott Horton Show is sponsored by: Roberts and Robers Brokerage Incorporated; Tom Woods’ Liberty Classroom; Libertas Bella; ExpandDesigns.com/Scott.Get Scott’s interviews before anyone else! Subscribe to the Substack.Shop Libertarian Institute merch or donate to the show through Patreon, PayPal or Bitcoin: 1DZBZNJrxUhQhEzgDh7k8JXHXRjY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott brought Connor Freeman back on Antiwar Radio this week to discuss Trump’s Cabinet appointments. The two go over the few pros and many cons of Tulsi Gabbard, Marco Rubio, Mike Huckabee, Pete Hegseth and more.Discussed on the show: “The End of American Exceptionalism” (Foreign Affairs) “Trump Picks Tulsi Gabbard for Director of National Intelligence” (Antiwar.com) Investigating war crimes in Gaza Connor Freeman is the Assistant Editor of the Libertarian Institute, primarily covering foreign policy. He is a co-host on Conflicts of Interest. His writing has been featured in media outlets such as Antiwar.com and Counterpunch, as well as the Ron Paul Institute for Peace and Prosperity. You can follow him on Twitter @FreemansMind96This episode of the Scott Horton Show is sponsored by: Roberts and Robers Brokerage Incorporated; Tom Woods’ Liberty Classroom; Libertas Bella; ExpandDesigns.com/Scott.Get Scott’s interviews before anyone else! Subscribe to the Substack.Shop Libertarian Institute merch or donate to the show through Patreon, PayPal or Bitcoin: 1DZBZNJrxUhQhEzgDh7k8JXHXRjY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott brought Dave DeCamp on Antiwar Radio to talk about Gaza. Decamp updates Scott on the latest moves by Israel that suggest a plan to permanently move people out of their homes in parts of Gaza. They also talk about DeCamp’s interview with a doctor who had been embedded in Gaza, some concerning developments as Trump makes appointments for his second term, China’s new F-35 style fighter and more.Discussed on the show: “Report Details Israel’s Ethnic Cleansing Campaign in Beit Lahia, Northern Gaza” (Antiwar.com) What an American Surgeon Saw in Gaza: Interview With Dr. Feroze Sidhwa “65 Doctors, Nurses and Paramedics: What We Saw in Gaza” (New York Times) Unprecedented Pro-Israel PAC Funding Floods 2024 Elections (Washington Report on Middle Eastern Affairs) Dave DeCamp is the news editor of Antiwar.com and the host of Antiwar News with Dave DeCamp. Follow him on Twitter @decampdaveThis episode of the Scott Horton Show is sponsored by: Roberts and Robers Brokerage Incorporated; Tom Woods’ Liberty Classroom; Libertas Bella; ExpandDesigns.com/Scott.Get Scott’s interviews before anyone else! Subscribe to the Substack.Shop Libertarian Institute merch or donate to the show through Patreon, PayPal or Bitcoin: 1DZBZNJrxUhQhEzgDh7k8JXHXRjY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Connor Freeman joined Scott on Antiwar Radio to talk about the election in Georgia and the Biden Administration’s ongoing support for all the terrible things Israel is doing in the Middle East.Discussed on the show: “State Department Threatens Georgia With ‘Consequences,’ Amid Rigged Election Claims” (Libertarian Institute) “Georgia: Election was just as much about the economy” (Responsible Statecraft) “Biden Administration Overwhelmed With Reports of Israel Using Weapons To Kill Civilians but Has Not Taken Any Action” (Antiwar.com) Connor Freeman is the Assistant Editor of the Libertarian Institute, primarily covering foreign policy. He is a co-host on Conflicts of Interest. His writing has been featured in media outlets such as Antiwar.com and Counterpunch, as well as the Ron Paul Institute for Peace and Prosperity. You can follow him on Twitter @FreemansMind96This episode of the Scott Horton Show is sponsored by: Roberts and Robers Brokerage Incorporated; Tom Woods’ Liberty Classroom; Libertas Bella; ExpandDesigns.com/Scott.Get Scott’s interviews before anyone else! Subscribe to the Substack.Shop Libertarian Institute merch or donate to the show through Patreon, PayPal or Bitcoin: 1DZBZNJrxUhQhEzgDh7k8JXHXRjY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kyle Anzalone joined Scott on Antiwar Radio this week to discuss the Biden Administration’s Middle East policy. They touch on Biden’s relationship with Netanyahu and examine the abandonment of the Iran Nuclear Deal. They also look at the latest from Gaza and discuss the horrifying details that doctors returning from the front lines have published about what Israel is doing to the children of Gaza.Discussed on the show: War Hardcover by Bob Woodward “Joe Biden Allowed His Friend Bibi to Destroy His Presidency and Legacy” (Antiwar.com) “Letter to President Biden and Vice President Harris” (Gaza Healthcare Letters) The Human Toll: Indirect Deaths from War in Gaza and the West Bank, October 7, 2023 Forward “65 Doctors, Nurses and Paramedics: What We Saw in Gaza” (New York Times) Kyle Anzalone is news editor of the Libertarian Institute, opinion editor of Antiwar.com and co-host of Conflicts of Interest with Will Porter and Connor Freeman. Follow him on Twitter @KyleAnzalone_This episode of the Scott Horton Show is sponsored by: Roberts and Robers Brokerage Incorporated; Tom Woods’ Liberty Classroom; Libertas Bella; ExpandDesigns.com/Scott.Get Scott’s interviews before anyone else! Subscribe to the Substack.Shop Libertarian Institute merch or donate to the show through Patreon, PayPal or Bitcoin: 1DZBZNJrxUhQhEzgDh7k8JXHXRjY Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Max Blumenthal, senior editor of The Grayzone Project and author of several critical works on foreign policy, dives into the controversial narratives surrounding the Gaza conflict. He reveals that many claimed atrocities by Hamas may be exaggerated or even fabricated, with some acts attributed to the IDF. Blumenthal discusses the importance of evidence in journalism, the complexities of Hamas’s role, and critiques how media shapes public perception during conflicts. His insights challenge mainstream portrayals and spotlight the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

In this discussion, Dave DeCamp, news editor of Antiwar.com and host of the Antiwar News podcast, shares profound insights on the ongoing violence in Gaza. He addresses the heartbreaking loss of journalist Ramzy Baroud’s sister to IDF airstrikes. The conversation reveals alarming details about the targeted killing of journalists and critiques Israel's military strategy. Furthermore, they explore the misleading narratives surrounding the conflict and the severe human cost of war, particularly the impact on children and civilians caught in the chaos.

Kyle Anzalone, news editor of the Libertarian Institute and co-host of Conflicts of Interest, discusses the recent Iranian missile strike on Israel and escalating tensions in Lebanon. He addresses the recklessness of Netanyahu and the Biden Administration's passive stance. The conversation shifts to the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where civilian casualties are rising. Anzalone provides insights into the geopolitical dynamics and U.S. foreign policy's impact on the region, offering a critical perspective on the conflicts and crises unfolding in the Middle East.

Kevin Gosztola, managing editor of Shadowproof and author of 'Guilty of Journalism', discusses Julian Assange's first speech after his release. He explores the psychological effects of Assange's imprisonment and the pressing issues of press freedom and governmental oversight. They delve into the implications of Assange's revelations on U.S. foreign policy and the dangers journalists face in conflict zones. The conversation also touches on the future of WikiLeaks amidst legal challenges and the ongoing battle for transparency in journalism.