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Donald Trump
Iran
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Ukraine
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Democratic Party
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Tucker Carlson
Russia
Nick Fuentes
Censorship
Zohran Mamdani
Joe Biden
Anti-Semitism
Palestine

System Update is a LIVE prime-time news show hosted by Glenn Greenwald. Join us on Rumble, weeknights at 7pm ET, for unencumbered analysis and investigative reporting, captive to no dogma or faction. rumble.com/c/GGreenwald

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Kshama Sawant
Independent socialist and Seattle City Council former member running to unseat Adam Smith
Campaign for Sawant, Seattle politics
Episode: Kshama Sawant on Challenging One of the Worst House Dems, Adam Smith
Mark Furstein
Actor with a history of work in Hollywood, cited as a whistleblower in the episode
Hollywood
Episode: Brave Whistleblower Denounces Hollywood's Darkest Secret
Mark Kinnett
Former Assistant Secretary of State
U.S. Government
Episode: Debating Iran on Piers Morgan with IDF Spokesman, Ana Kasparian, and a former US General
Jonathan Kornikis
Former IDF Spokesman
Israel Defense Forces
Episode: Debating Iran on Piers Morgan with IDF Spokesman, Ana Kasparian, and a former US General
Stephen Fishbach
Two-time contestant on CBS Survivor and reality TV commentator
Episode: Survivor's Stephen Fishbach on his New Book About Reality TV and Its Cultural Impact
Laura Poitras
Academy Award-winning documentary filmmaker
Episode: New Laura Poitras Documentary: On War, Propaganda & the Corporate Media
Ron Hira
Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science at Howard University and a Research Associate with the Economic Policy Institute.
Howard University
Episode: MAGA Outrage Over Trump's Plan for More H-1B Visas: With Prof. Ron Hira; Latest Epstein/Israel Revelations and Newly Released Emails: With Drop Site's Murtaza Hussain
Murtaza Hussain
Investigative reporter for Drop Site News, known for reporting on Jeffrey Epstein.
Drop Site News
Episode: MAGA Outrage Over Trump's Plan for More H-1B Visas: With Prof. Ron Hira; Latest Epstein/Israel Revelations and Newly Released Emails: With Drop Site's Murtaza Hussain
Guy Christensen
A popular TikTok commentator focused on Palestinian rights and critic of Israel's actions.
Episode: "Former" Al-Qaeda Leader Welcomed to the White House; The "New TikTok" Clamps Down on Israel Critics: With Influencer Guy Christensen

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Glenn Greenwald
Host of System Update; long-form investigative analysis and commentary on journalism, politics, and power

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 4.7k ratings
  • Most respected Journalist

    Glenn is the standard

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CaliNate101
    United States22 days ago
  • Valuable

    I disagree with Glenn on some things, but his work is valuable.

    Update: please oh please don’t do the CLICKBAIT titles. I will UNSUBSCRIBE.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    willow-sc
    United Statesa month ago
  • Don’t Always Agree

    Don’t always agree with his viewpoints, his takes, although I do respect his independence, his integrity when approaching news and politics. To me 4 to 4.5 stars depending on the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    EdeTM
    United Statesa month ago
  • Valuable

    I disagree with Glenn on some things, but his work is valuable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    willow-sc
    United States2 months ago
  • We need you!!!! I need you!!

    Please come back!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yolandenni
    United States4 months ago

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Audience appreciates rigorous, sourced analysis and willingness to challenge powerful figures.
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#141
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#145
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Kshama Sawant on Challenging One of the Worst House Dems, Adam Smith
Q: Would you work with Democrats or Republicans if it advances working-class goals?
Sawant says she would work with any group that fights for the working class and opposes the war agenda, emphasizing a class-based approach over party lines and highlighting her willingness to ally with others who share those goals.
Kshama Sawant on Challenging One of the Worst House Dems, Adam Smith
Q: Why is it important to challenge Adam Smith given his long tenure and perceived influence over foreign policy?
Sawant argues that Smith embodies a war-driven, billionaire-backed establishment; defeating him would disrupt the war agenda, empower a working-class platform, and demonstrate that independent, grassroots campaigns can challenge entrenched power.
Socialist Says 9/11 "INEVITABLE," AOC Endorses Jeffries, Dan Goldman Cries on CNN & More
Q: Do you believe that the 9-11 terrorist attacks on America were the inevitable consequence of American foreign policy?
Glenn explains that while the word inevitable was used by a journalist, the broader point is about causal relationships in foreign policy and the danger of anti-war taboos; he argues that the critique should focus on policies and their costs rather than labeling it as simply justified or inevitable.
21-Year-Old Gazan's Dream: Study Journalism in the UK
Q: Can you talk a little bit about what exactly this opportunity is that you have, and how you came about getting it?
Abdullah describes being accepted to Goldsmiths, London, as a life-changing chance to study journalism despite his home being destroyed and his finances being tight; he explains he applied to top journalism programs and received an offer that underlines the importance of pursuing education as a tool to tell human stories with integrity.
Live Q&A Tonight: Iran WINNING the War, the REAL Contents of the Deal, War Hawk Democrats & More
Q: With the Ukraine-NATO dynamics and the Azov question, how should the public assess support for alliances that include controversial groups in the broader context of global security?
Public assessment should prioritize clear, enforceable norms and accountability mechanisms that prevent the normalization or empowerment of extremist groups while recognizing the strategic necessity of alliances against greater threats; transparency about goals and consequences is essential to maintain legitimacy.

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A sharp, opinionated current-events show that blends geopolitical analysis, media criticism, and investigative journalism. Episodes center on live Q&A formats and audience questions, tackling topics from media bias and censorship to U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East, tech industry dynamics, and the influence of wealth on public discourse. The host often challenges official narratives, offers historical context, and weaves together legal, ethical, and civil-liberties perspectives in a way that appeals to listeners who value principled journalism and independent thinking. Notable strengths include long-form, unfiltered commentary and a willingness to critique powerful institutions, donors, and media figures rather than broadcasting a con... more

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7. Ron Hira
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