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FiveStack with Dean Blundell & Zev Shalev

D. Blundell and Z.Shalev
Donald Trump
Jeffrey Epstein
Ukraine
Iran
Russia
Canada
Trump Administration
Ghislaine Maxwell
United States
NATO
Epstein Files
ICE
Israel
Venezuela
Elon Musk
National Guard
Greenland
Congress
Virginia Giuffre
Renee Nicole Good

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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Five stories led the Fivestack today, and they were not five separate stories. Together they show a government doing two things at once. Abroad, it is redrawing the map. At home, it is rewriting the rules so the people in... more

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Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche — Donald Trump’s former personal defense lawyer — sat in front of the Senate Appropriations subcommittee Tuesd... more

Xi Jinping couldn’t have choreographed a more picture perfect display of the decline of the American empire than showed up in Beijing today. True to form, Trump didn’t miss an opportunity to sing Xi’s praises while ignoring the harsh realities that h... more

5️⃣ TRUMP LANDS IN BEIJING — XI SENDS A DEPUTY

Air Force One touched down at Beijing Capital at 7:50 PM local time, 7:50 AM Eastern. Three hundred Chinese children in blue and white uniforms waved American and Chinese flags. The man at the foot of t... more

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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
Kash Patel
Former FBI official discussed as central figure in top story
FBI/US government
Episode: FiveStack LIVE Recap: Patel’s Drunk Denial, Lutnick’s Canada Tantrum, MTG’s Epstein Bombshell, China’s Missile Boat, and Trump’s Iran Collapse
Lawrence Winerman
Guest co-host on Daily Whatever Show
GenXE/Daily Whatever Show
Episode: Trump Says Iran Deal Is Near: "No Nukes! Not Ever"
Wajahat Ali
Journalist and commentator joining as guest co-host
The Left Hook / Substack
Episode: Trump Loses Pope Leo, Viktor Orban, Every US Ally, AG Pam Bondi, and the Respect of the World
Scott MacFarlane
NBC News correspondent, former CBS News journalist appearing as a guest
NBC News
Episode: Epstein Bombshell: Melania Breaks Silence, Trump Melts Down, and Bondi Dodges Congress
Malcolm Nance
Former CIA/US intelligence professional and security analyst
Black Man Spy / narrative.org
Episode: Trump’s 8 PM Deadline, Bibi Goes Rogue, Hegseth’s Purge, A Major Named American Express, and the War Iran Is Already Winning
Brock Pierce
Bitcoin/crypto entrepreneur, early crypto инвестор
Tether advisor; presidential candidate
Episode: Russia Hands Iran Satellite Images To Strike Us Bases As Trump Spends $400M To Build A Bunker Under The Ballroom.

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Dean Blundell
Co-host and prominent media personality known for his outspoken views and engagement with controversial topics.
Zev Shalev
Co-host and former CBS News executive producer with extensive experience in investigative journalism.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 33 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
    Australia8 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 States10 months ago

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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.
Epstein Trafficked Club Drugs, Russia Helps Iran Target US Bases; US Begs Ukraine for Help, Epstein Helped Scuttle Oslo Accord
Q: Explain why what you just said is so vitally important when it comes to the narrative around Donald Trump literally on his hands and knees, forcing other people to go on their hands and knees to ask Zelensky for some help, which Zelensky gracefully yesterday said, of course, we will help you.
The guests discuss how Trump's entanglements with Epstein, the alleged criminal networks, and international influence complicate conventional foreign policy narratives, suggesting that insider connections and opaque actions may distort public understanding of who is really driving policy and conflict decisions.
Epstein Trafficked Club Drugs, Russia Helps Iran Target US Bases; US Begs Ukraine for Help, Epstein Helped Scuttle Oslo Accord
Q: Rigg is what it's called. In Rigg's job, what he does is what we're talking about, which is identifying target. Can you explain that? Explain the target identification process.
Riggleman explains the targeting process in detail, outlining how drones are identified and tracked, the roles of sensors (GPS, optical imagery), and how data integration across platforms enables precise targeting while highlighting the evolving challenges of autonomous swarms and the need for human oversight.

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The content largely revolves around high-profile political stories, conspiracy theories, and contemporary issues, especially those related to major figures like Donald Trump, Jeffrey Epstein, and Hillary Clinton. Episodes typically feature critical discussions on governance, media's role in shaping narratives, and recent criminal allegations against influential personalities. The hosts aim to provide an engaging blend of news commentary, combining sensational stories with a sense of urgency about political accountability and integrity, appealing to listeners who appreciate sharp insights into the currents affecting modern society. This approach supports a unique and provocative exploration of current events, fostering an environment that en... more

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