
We ask the questions mainstream media avoid. Current affairs and geopolitics. Produced independently from Dubai, UAE. Hosted by award-winning journalist Afshin Rattansi. linktr.ee/goingundergroundtv
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 100 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsPolitics | |||

On this episode of Going Underground, we speak to Max Blumenthal, Editor in Chief of The Grayzone. He discusses how Mossad will seek to sabotage the US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding, Israel’s failures in Iran proving that Israel cannot achieve its... more
On this episode of Going Underground, we speak to Vice Admiral Robert Harward, Former Deputy Commander of US CENTCOM. He discusses President Trump’s axing of the National Security Adviser job and the power of the National Security Council, whether he... more
On this episode of Going Underground, we speak to former Israeli Intelligence Officer Ari Ben-Menashe. He discusses the US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding signed by Donald Trump and the history of Israeli leaders sabotaging US deals with Iran, why I... more
On this episode of Going Underground, we speak to former Prime Minister of Israel Ehud Olmert. He discusses Benjamin Netanyahu’s failures resulting from his persuasion of Trump to start the war on Iran which resulted in a US-Iran deal weaker than the... more
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Afshin says it as it is and does not shy away from the tough questions. True journalism in a sea of government sponsored propaganda..the msm is dead and that’s why this platform is important..
I'm glad you pushed on the issue of the veracity of events on Oct 7
Used to like the show. Not always in line with my thinking but normally like that. It’s clear this guy is an apologist for terrorist. Misguided and poor taste.
Honest direct interviews that challenge false narratives. Best in business now!
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A geopolitics-leaning interview show that probes global power dynamics, energy security, and regional conflicts from a critical, often contrarian viewpoint. Guests range from scholars and former policymakers to military insiders and Gulf business leaders, frequently challenging mainstream narratives around the US, Israel, Iran, China, and regional actors. Listeners likely value bold takes, in-depth analysis, and provocative framing that pushes conventional wisdom on foreign policy and media narratives. A standout trait is the willingness to host controversial perspectives and controversial figures to dissect power, strategy, and diplomacy in the Middle East, Europe, and Asia.
This program appears to blend long-form interviews with hard-hit... more
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4. Zhang Weiwei
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