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FiveStack with Dean Blundell & Zev Shalev

D. Blundell and Z.Shalev
Donald Trump
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Elon Musk
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Vladimir Putin
Mark Carney
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United States
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Justin Trudeau
Wayne Gretzky
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U.S. Constitution
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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

Joe Kent
Former National Counterterrorism Center director, interviewed on Tucker Carlson
Former NCTC director, interview guest
Episode: 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
Jacob Carsbo
Best-selling author, former Danish intelligence officer, UN Security Council member
Subverted (Book) and Danish Intelligence
Episode: Iran Day 11, the Witkoff-Kushner Trap, a Girls’ School Bombed, Toronto Under Fire and Trump’s Kids Cash In
Denver Riggleman
Former congressman and author of 'Bigfoot is Complicated'
Episode: Epstein Cover-Up Explodes on State of the Union Night: Missing FBI Pages, Stand Down Orders, and Names on the House Floor
Michael Cohen
Former attorney to Donald Trump and key figure in various legal scandals.
Episode: Exposing The Epstein-Thiel-Trump Nexus; Norway's Former PM Arrested Over Epstein; Regime to Spend $38 B on Detention Centers; Don Lemon In Court
Don Lemon
Former CNN anchor currently engaged in legal disputes over press freedom.
Episode: Exposing The Epstein-Thiel-Trump Nexus; Norway's Former PM Arrested Over Epstein; Regime to Spend $38 B on Detention Centers; Don Lemon In Court
Thorbjorn Jagland
Former Prime Minister of Norway arrested in connection with the Epstein scandal.
Episode: Exposing The Epstein-Thiel-Trump Nexus; Norway's Former PM Arrested Over Epstein; Regime to Spend $38 B on Detention Centers; Don Lemon In Court
Zev Shalev
Investigative journalist and host at narativ.org
Narativ
Episode: The Epstein Money Trail Connects the World's Worst People...and Donald Trump
Jenn Budd
Former Border Patrol Senior Border Patrol agent, expert, author, and immigrant rights activist.
Episode: NEW: Ex-Border Patrol Agent on Renee Good’s Murder: "They Were Teaching Her a Lesson"
Ellie Leonard
Panicked unpaid writer, now panicked paid writer
Narrative
Episode: The New Epstein Photos Prove Trump Lied

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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.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 29 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
    Australia6 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 States8 months ago

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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.
NEW: Ex-Border Patrol Agent on Renee Good’s Murder: "They Were Teaching Her a Lesson"
Q: Is it standard practice to shoot someone first or is it supposed to be standard practice to de-escalate?
They don't have any justification to shoot her unless they think that their lives are in danger.

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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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