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FiveStack with Dean Blundell & Zev Shalev

D. Blundell and Z.Shalev
Donald Trump
Jeffrey Epstein
Iran
Ukraine
Russia
Ghislaine Maxwell
United States
Trump Administration
Epstein Files
NATO
Canada
ICE
Israel
Venezuela
Greenland
Congress
Virginia Giuffre
Renee Nicole Good
Charlie Kirk
Howard Lutnick

The Top 5 stories of the moment with Canada's #1 Shock Jock Dean Blundell and Former CBS News executive producer Zev Shalev. www.narativ.org

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Recent Guests

Eddie Aragon
Guest referenced as someone who spoke yesterday
Episode: FiveStack: Trump Swaps His Spy Chief, Fakes a Ceasefire, and Buries a Ranch
Amanda Ungaro
Guest from Narativ, joining Thursday for live interview
Narativ
Episode: FIVESTACK: Trump Booed in New York, Bombed in Iran, and Breaking Up With Bibi
Anne Mitchell
Broadcast journalist and commentator
Episode: BREAKING NEWS: DOJ DECLARES TRUMP AND HIS FAMILY CAN'T BE AUDITED BY IRS, EVER
Scott McFarlane
Washington DC reporter
News organization
Episode: BREAKING NEWS: DOJ DECLARES TRUMP AND HIS FAMILY CAN'T BE AUDITED BY IRS, EVER
Jakub Karzbo
Former Danish intelligence officer and UN Security Council member
Unidentified (quoted as a source)
Episode: FiveStack: Trump Surrenders in Beijing
Malcolm Nance
Military analyst discussed in the episode
Independent analyst / media appearances
Episode: BIBI ON "BREITBART LIGHT": THE ISRAELI PM'S DEBACLE ON 60 MINUTES FALLS FLAT, DEAN AND ZEV BREAK IT DOWN
Scott McFarland
Journalist, commentator on Virginia and U.S. politics
Episode: VIRGINIA SUPREME COURT REVERSES WILL OF THE PEOPLE; THE GAS CLIFF WILL HIT BY THE END OF MAY; BEIJING MEETS STRAWMAN TRUMP
Jacob Carzbo
Comedian and commentator on Iran, Ukraine, and global affairs
Episode: VIRGINIA SUPREME COURT REVERSES WILL OF THE PEOPLE; THE GAS CLIFF WILL HIT BY THE END OF MAY; BEIJING MEETS STRAWMAN TRUMP
Pete Dominic
Comedian and moralist
Episode: VIRGINIA SUPREME COURT REVERSES WILL OF THE PEOPLE; THE GAS CLIFF WILL HIT BY THE END OF MAY; BEIJING MEETS STRAWMAN TRUMP

Hosts

Dean Blundell
Host of FiveStack, authoring and fronting discussions on politics, media, and culture with provocative takes.
Zev Shalev
Co-host and investigative contributor, with background as CBS News executive producer and ongoing media and political analysis.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 36 ratings
  • Excellent Podcast

    I was looking for information on Groypers and I found it here. Excellent podcast I’m now following and I really appreciate the provided links so I can do some follow up reading.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BuggerTV
    Australia10 months ago
  • Sharp, funny, informative

    This is one of my favorite podcasts. They delve into the US news like our media won’t. I encourage everyone to give it a listen—every day.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NotToday2584
    United Statesa year ago

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Thought-provoking, fearless takes with detailed links for follow-up.
Sharp, funny, and informative; they challenge mainstream narratives.
Aided by strong guest insights that broaden the discussion beyond surface coverage.
Punchy analysis that dives into media and politics with clear expertise.

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FiveStack: Trump Told No, Five Times
Q: What is your assessment of the media's handling of political interviews and the treatment of women reporters?
The panel argues that there is systemic bias and hostility toward women reporters, and they emphasize that how confrontations are managed reflects broader issues of accountability and media integrity.
FiveStack: Trump Surrenders in Beijing
Q: What did you want from the US in the Beijing discussions?
A broad set of concessions including a major arms deal for Boeing and general willingness to cooperate commercially, while recognizing the complexities in Taiwan and regional stability.
The Treason Ticket
Q: Can you describe more about the Vietnam comparison and why air superiority matters in these conflicts?
The discussion frames air superiority as a necessary but not sufficient condition for victory; past wars show that despite air dominance, ground campaigns and long-term political objectives determine outcomes, so rhetoric around “air superiority” can mask broader strategic failures or misaligned goals.
Trump Invokes Pearl Harbor Next to Japan’s PM, Hegseth Asks for $200 Billion, FBI Targets Joe Kent, Gabbard Perjury, and Bondi’s Epstein Trap
Q: How are Joe Kent and Lev Parnas connected to the central theory about foreign influence in US politics?
They are presented as voices that expose or illustrate a broader network of influence involving Netanyahu, Putin, and other foreign actors, used to argue that US policy is being steered by external forces.
Trump Invokes Pearl Harbor Next to Japan’s PM, Hegseth Asks for $200 Billion, FBI Targets Joe Kent, Gabbard Perjury, and Bondi’s Epstein Trap
Q: What was the reaction to Trump mentioning Pearl Harbor during the Oval Office briefing with the Japanese Prime Minister?
The hosts describe it as a near-universal mortification and view the remark as an extraordinary diplomatic misstep that could inflame historical tensions, reflecting how a single line can derail diplomatic optics.

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<paragraphs>Two blunt, high-velocity hosts deliver sharp political commentary, breaking news, and investigative threads on power, media, and global geopolitics. Episodes frequently weave in live guests, insider perspectives, and do-not-miss links to investigative material, creating a fast-paced, opinionated digest of current events with a strong emphasis on accountability, media dynamics, and perceived corruption across sectors. The show stands out for its provocative rhetoric, unapologetic humor, and willingness to challenge mainstream narratives, making it appealing to listeners who want fearless takes and deep dives into controversial topics.</paragraphs>

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