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Silicon Curtain

Jonathan Fink
Ukraine
Russia
U.S. Aid Package
European Security
U.S. Defense Policy
Ukrainian Defense Ministry
Chassiv Yar
Corruption
Kremlin
Georgia
Putin
Donetsk Oblast
CIA
Kostiantinovka
Bakhmut
Russian Orthodox Church
Artillery
Military Aid Package
Drones
NATO

Become a Paid Subscriber: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/siliconcurtain/subscribe A podcast about propaganda, digital disinformation, politics, corruption, hybrid warfare, weaponised conspiracy theories, social echo chambers and digital dystopias. 1984, Authoritarian, Autocracy, Autocrat, Big Brother, Brainwashing, Cold war, Cold war propaganda, Communism, Conflict, Conspiracy theories, C... more

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Recent Guests

General Ben Hodges
Former commander of US Army Europe
Episode: 924. Are we Going to WAR with a Predatory U.S. Over Greenland?
Devin Woodall
Photojournalist and documentarian focusing on in-depth reporting in Ukraine.
East West FM
Episode: 923. BROKEN Media Narratives - How to Find Truth Between Exuberance & Doom?
Oleksandr Mykhed
Ukrainian writer and author
Armed Forces of Ukraine
Episode: 918. War is Coming to You - Is it Too Late to Deter Russian in 2026?
Liubov Velychko
Ukrainian investigative journalist specializing in disinformation campaigns.
Episode: 915. How Russia Hacks Narratives to Bend Adversaries to Its Will and Objectives
Christine Khariv
Activist from Kyiv and volunteer fundraiser supporting the Ukrainian army
Episode: 908. Cognitive Warfare Scaling Up - Is Europe Ready for the Consequences?
Ilya Ponomarev
Former Russian politician and current political consultant
Independent
Episode: 907. Putin is Simpler Than we Imagine - Motivated by Greed, Security and Power
Jason Jay Smart
Scholar focused on the Putin regime and Russian politics
Episode: 887. Putin Wants War - Why This Invasion is Not Over
Cormac Smith
Nearly 40 years in public relations and political communications, former Strategic Communication Advisor to Ukraine's Foreign Minister
Former British Diplomat in Ukraine
Episode: 884. Darkest Hour and Stark Choices - Is it Time to Break Up with Trump?!
Jacob Ward
An American journalist and author with over 20 years of experience covering science and technology.
Episode: 883. What are the Dangers of AI Everyone is Missing? Ceding Our Agency to Algorithms

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Jonathan Fink
Co-host of discussions about digital disinformation, politics, and hybrid warfare, emphasizing expert insights on geopolitical issues and propaganda.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 422 ratings
  • Sorry…

    So Jonathan knows his stuff.

    But ….. His speech is insidious, and he keeps revisiting various topics, even though the podcast's frequency suggests he's reporting news.

    (And the speed is also too low)

    Anyway: stick to the news and someone else to read it.

    I've tried a few times now, but I'm giving up.

    All the best though.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    HvSRSe
    Netherlands2 months ago
  • I love this podcast

    Jonathan is an amazing podcast host and I often wonder how he can get such great guests- his interviews are always interesting and informative because he covers all the subjects and asks such insightful questions.

    The dedication of him and his wonderful guests is so valuable .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dearmudzart
    Ireland4 months ago
  • Johnathan Finks phantasy land

    An hour of wishful thinking disguised as analysis.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Sidney 2025 o1
    Canada5 months ago
  • Love it. Great guests, and often a review of what's in the media ❤️🙏

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Barmynon
    5 months ago
  • One of the best

    Expert level analysis

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ToppOtheMorning
    Canada5 months ago

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Listeners praise the show for its insightful discussions and expert guests, highlighting the quality of information and analysis provided.

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#151
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#236
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#200
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#28
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#33
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#72
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

924. Are we Going to WAR with a Predatory U.S. Over Greenland?
Q: What are your thoughts on the military aspect of what's going on right now in America?
It's gut-wrenching to watch and raises concerns about the use of force against civilians.
924. Are we Going to WAR with a Predatory U.S. Over Greenland?
Q: What do you make, if anything, about the change in the Ukrainian Defense Minister?
It's important to have a respected and trusted figure in that position.
912. The Unseen War - Propaganda, Culture, Fear and Trauma - And How to Fight Back!
Q: Do you hold that hope in your heart when you're doing all these activism, activities and needing the energy to keep going?
Roman expresses that it is easier to see good versus evil in the current conflict, stating that people are motivated by the obviousness of the situation to continue fighting.
910. Russian Orthodoxy - It's Pivotal Role in Russian Militarism and Imperialism
Q: What motivates you to actually look at Russian religion and its practice and its institutions?
My interest began around the invasion of February 2022, as my colleagues and I were shocked and realized we had not studied qualitative factors like religion that could impact military morale.
889. Russia Is Hunting Civilians In Kherson - For Intimidation, Sport & Training
Q: What are the goals of the rallies being organized?
The primary goal is to raise awareness of human rights violations happening in Kherson and advocate for support for Ukraine, potentially leading to policy changes that would assist in the war efforts.

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1. General Ben Hodges
2. Devin Woodall
3. Oleksandr Mykhed
4. Liubov Velychko
5. Christine Khariv
6. Ilya Ponomarev
7. Jason Jay Smart
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