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POPULAR FRONT

Jake Hanrahan
Ukraine
Protests
Russia
Israel
Georgia
Gaza
Myanmar
Iran
Corruption
Far-Right Militancy
France
Neo-Nazism
Popular Front
PMC Wagner
NATO
Terrorism
United States
West Bank
Luigi Mangione
Zizians

Popular Front is a grassroots media network that focuses solely on war and conflict. We go deeper than mainstream media in a way that makes important war coverage accessible for everyone. The podcast focuses on the niche details of modern warfare and under-reported conflict. Support us: patreon.com/popularfront

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Latest Episodes

Today we speak researcher Alexander McKeever. He's been living in Syria, taking note of how Jolani / al-Sharaa's new government is ruling the country. We talk tribal militias, jihad politics, Israeli meddling, Rojava encirclement, and much more.

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Today we speak to researcher Rey Katula from The Empire Never Ended. He goes into deep detail about the Order of Nine Angles' many connections to the black metal scene, and how it's used as a recruitment ground for their far-right satanic agenda.

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Today we speak to Albanian journalist Eleftheria Kousta. She tells us about Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump's mission to luxury-colonise an Albanian island, and the people's anger at the government allowing it to happen.

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Recent Guests

Ria Kousta
Freelance journalist from Albania
Albania reporting on Sazan Island situation
Episode: Albania's Resistance to the Sazan Island Takeover
Liam Karr
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Talah Kaddourah
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Host

Jake Hanrahan
Lead host and investigative journalist, presenting topics and guiding interviews.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 3k ratings
  • Oprah?

    Oprah?

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    mad overlord
    United States8 months ago
  • Great coverage on often under- or poorly-reported conflict.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    TheNunnceler
    9 months ago
  • PF

    Listen to every episode. Unbiased and interesting. Jake does a fantastic job, as do the guests he has on. The best podcast going.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zaaaahar
    Australia9 months ago
  • Hanrahan is the goat

    Great show, highly recommend the Patreon. One of the few people out there doing actual journalism

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tom myers transplant
    United States9 months ago
  • Subscribe on Patreon

    This podcast has been a staple in my podcast diet for years. It’s actually the only Patreon I subscribe to. Content is wide and varied but the reporting is always on point.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tris B
    Australia9 months ago

Listeners Say

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Some listeners find pacing and host style polarizing but informative for deep-dive topics.
Punchy, no-nonsense journalism that tackles under-reported conflicts.
Consistently high-quality, essential listening for current events and conflict reporting.
Strong guests and rigorous analysis that stays grounded in on-the-ground reporting.
Patreon-driven model is transparent about paid content but maintains independent reporting integrity.

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#223
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#28
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#84
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#93
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#150
Indonesia/News/Politics

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Albania's Resistance to the Sazan Island Takeover
Q: What symbols or narratives emerged from the protests?
The Flamingo became a unifying symbol of environmental protection and grassroots resistance, helping to keep the focus on biodiversity and community action rather than partisan politics.
Albania's Resistance to the Sazan Island Takeover
Q: How has the international context influenced the situation?
There is concern about foreign investment and geopolitical interests in the Balkans, including connections to Israel and broader Western involvement, which protesters argue is undermining sovereignty and national control over resources.
Albania's Resistance to the Sazan Island Takeover
Q: What has been the government and public reaction in Albania?
Protests expanded nationwide, with clashes between police and demonstrators, demands to repeal the development laws, resignation of the prime minister, and a push for transparency and accountability.
Albania's Resistance to the Sazan Island Takeover
Q: What kicked off the dispute over Sazan Island and who is involved?
The dispute began with a 2024 deal tied to a law that fast-tracked development in protected areas, involving the Albanian government, private developers, and Jared Kushner's Affinity Partners, with protests intensifying after fencing and construction overlapped with biodiversity sites.
A New War on Cuba
Q: What is happening right now with US-Cuba relations and sanctions?
Sanctions are intensifying, with measures like Title III; there is rhetoric of regime change and increased pressure on foreign entities, while on the ground Cubans face long blackouts, fuel shortages, and economic strain.

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What is POPULAR FRONT about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A hard-edged, investigative show that covers war and conflict with a ground-level, journalism-forward lens. Across episodes, topics span on-the-ground reporting in Lebanon and Gaza, open-source investigations, funding networks behind settlements, electoral violence in Colombia, and extremist online ecosystems. The tone tends toward rigorous analysis, often pairing field reporting with deep dives into data-driven or OSINT methods, and it frequently promotes independent patron support. Noteworthy is the strong emphasis on unembedded perspectives, grassroots sourcing, and a willingness to tackle contentious geopolitical narratives with forensic detail, which makes it a likely fit for listeners who want no-nonsense coverage of under-reported co... more

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