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Brian Gerrish, Professor Diane Rasmussen and Ben Rubin discuss the appointment of Jason Arday at Jesus College, University of Cambridge. This informal discussion was recorded before Mr. Arday’s death and explores a number of issues. The possible reasons for Arday’s unlikely rise to a professorship at one of the world’s most elite universities, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion hiring mandates and g...

The Qin Dynasty has fallen. The rebel armies have defeated China’s first imperial dynasty, and now the victors must decide what comes next. But instead of creating a stable new order, Xiang Yu begins to divide the former Qin empire among rival kings and military commanders. This creates a political landscape which is filled with competing ambitions, grudges and potential rebellions. At the center...

Jerm and Charles explore the evolution of English, accents, and what language reveals about class and culture as they weave in personal travel experiences and historical contexts. They then turn to immigration in the UK and beyond, connect today's migration patterns to colonial history, and argue that media narratives strip out the geopolitical roots to the issue. A central thread is the distincti...

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Is the United States losing its ability to dominate Asia? In this episode of the Silk and Steel Podcast, Carl Zha is joined by Australian economist and geopolitical analyst Dr. Warwick Powell for a wide-ranging discussion about the changing balance of power from the Persian Gulf to East Asia. The conversation begins with the continuing war involving Iran and the strategic consequences of the Strai...

Covert Action Magazine editor Jeremy Kuzmarov argues that the CIA functions as the enforcement arm of corporate interests, infiltrates academia and Hollywood to shape public narratives, glorifies its operations in film, and manufactures consent through propaganda. He highlights whistleblowers like John Stockwell, whose exposure of covert actions and enigmatic death illustrate the personal dangers...

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Jerm and Todd Hayen examine the tension between free speech and societal decency while they analyse how media control, AI, and power dynamics shape human behaviour. They argue that to thrive in a free society requires maintenance of the fundamental balance between individual liberty and collective values. https://www.shrewviews.com ► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK...

Mike Robinson, Charles Malet, and Vanessa Beeley present today's UK Column News. Mike Robinson, Charles Malet, and Vanessa Beeley present today's UK Column News.► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch previous live recordings ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the officia...

Brad Miller graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point in 2003 and served 19 years in active duty. His career took him to Afghanistan, Honduras, South Korea, and various locations throughout the US.Brad tells Charles about the pivotal moment he chose to resign after being relieved of battalion command for refusing the military’s Covid injection mandate. His 19 years, three mon...

Taiwan has witnessed a major political shift — but why does much of the Western media ignore the story? Carl Zha joins Jamarl Thomas to discuss the massive protests in Taiwan, the dissatisfaction with the DPP government, and what the movement could mean for the future of cross-strait relations. Carl explains why many Taiwanese voters question the strategy of confrontation with China, why upcoming...

Matt Ehret and Jerm dig into modern geopolitics: Xi Jinping, the Belt and Road Initiative, and the shift toward a multipolar world. They talk about why an understanding of historical narratives and societal structures matters, especially to cut through controlled opposition and media manipulation.https://matthewehret.substack.com/ ► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK...

Suidlanders spokesman Simon Roche returns to lay out "the confluence", a once-in-civilisation alignment of crises he believes will make 2027 one of the most painful years in human history. In this wide-ranging conversation, Simon connects the dots across global energy and diesel disruptions, collapsing fertiliser and food security, a cracking bond market and yen carry trade, a historic stock marke...

In the latest episode of Military Matters, Brian Gerrish and Charles Malet discuss the politicisation of military leadership and the spectacularly poor outcomes arising from it. There is particular focus on the UK’s Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, its connections with corporate and the wider civilian environment, and some of the business activities of the current commandant. ► Join UK Column Liv...

The Qin Dynasty has fallen, but the struggle for China has only just begun. In this episode of the Silk & Steel Chinese History Series, Carl Zha and JJ explore one of the most dramatic turning points in Chinese history: the events that lead to the legendary Hongmen Banquet (鸿门宴).After Liu Bang peacefully enters the Qin capital and wins over local officials through restraint and political sk...

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This week, the trio get into endurance running and the psychology behind physical challenges with a discussion of the Comrades Marathon as the ultimate test of human grit. They unpack the mental side of long-distance running, debate the role of diet in athletic performance, and explore how modern lifestyles have shaped—and perhaps warped—our natural physicality. The conversation then shifts to the...

For decades, American politicians have blamed China for the decline of U.S. manufacturing. But what if they're blaming the wrong country? In this wide-ranging conversation, Dr. Warwick Powell joins Carl Zha to explain why America's economic crisis is rooted in its own financial system—not in Beijing. They discuss: Why tariffs haven't revived American industry The Strait of Hormuz crisis and its im...

David Klatzow and Jerm analyse the decline of academic integrity, the negative influence of funding on research, and the risks of groupthink within universities. They further examine how inequalities in education and the pressures of the pharmaceutical industry challenge the pursuit of truth and critical thinking. Contact David at davidklatzow48@gmail.com ► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednes...

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Roger Cunningham, aka the Ethical Skeptic, explores the tactics of social engineering, propaganda, and the manipulation of scientific discourse. He discusses how logical fallacies influence science, dives into the importance of skepticism, and shares methods to spot disinformation in various domains. https://theethicalskeptic.com ► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK t...

Sailing against the prevailing wind of orthodoxy, Rachel has removed all chemicals from her cattle farm in New South Wales, Australia. This is for the land, the livestock, and all involved. In this fascinating and important conversation, Rachel tells Charles the key to success is to establish a vibrant local market and get nutritionally dense delicious beef to those who appreciate its real value....

The geopolitical landscape is changing faster than most analysts expected. In this explosive conversation, Carl Zha joins Rasheed Muhammad to examine the consequences of escalated tensions which involve Iran, the Strait of Hormuz, the United States, and China. Topics include: Why the Strait of Hormuz crisis could reshape the global economy America's military and strategic position China's decades-...

Author and significant figure in the American homeschool movement, Kevin Swanson, advocates for parental control in education by highlighting the academic and spiritual advantages of homeschool over public school. He argues that a holistic approach to learning that fosters strong family relationships and counters negative societal trends. https://generations.org ► Join UK Column Live every Monday,...

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