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acTVism Podcast | englishVijay Prashad – Trump’s Ukraine U-Turn, Starvation in Gaza & the Iran–Israel WarIn this episode of The Source, senior editor Zain Raza speaks with author and historian Vijay Prashad about some of the most urgent geopolitical crises of our time.
They begin in Gaza, where over 100 humanitarian organizations have warned of mass starvation amid Israel’s ongoing siege and military assault—raising critical questions about Germany’s role and continued support. The conversation then turns to Israel’s bombing of Syria, exploring the underlying motivations behind the strikes.
Attention shifts to Ukraine, where they examine U.S. President Donald Trump’s surprising U-turn—marked by renewed military aid and sanc...2025-07-2556 min
acTVism Podcast | englishTrump’s Ukraine Reversal, Israel Bombs Syria & Netanyahu’s CollapseIn this episode of The Source, our senior editor Zain Raza speaks with Dimitri Lascaris, independent journalist and international human rights lawyer, about some of the world’s most pressing geopolitical crises.
They begin by examining Israel’s recent bombing of Syria and its broader implications within a fractured, post-Assad landscape. The conversation then turns to the Iran–Israel war, as Lascaris offers critical insight into the 21-day conflict, the role of the United States, and whether any of the stated objectives were realistically achieved. They also discuss the role of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and th...2025-07-2146 min
acTVism Podcast | englishUkraine, Israel & Taiwan: What the Media Won’t Tell You | Prof. Peter KuznickIn this episode of The Source, our senior editor Zain Raza speaks with Peter Kuznick, author and Professor of History at American University, about key geopolitical flashpoints that mainstream media often oversimplifies or ignores altogether.
They begin with rising tensions in the Taiwan Strait, examining recent U.S. military deployments in the South China Sea, arms shipments to Taiwan, and China’s growing military response. The conversation then turns to Ukraine, where they assess the latest political and military developments and ask whether a negotiated peace is still possible.
Finally, they explore the recent 21-day wa...2025-07-1139 min
acTVism Podcast | englishWhy Israel Attacked Iran — and Why It Backfired | Dr. Shir HeverIn this episode of The Source, our senior editor Zain Raza speaks with Dr. Shir Hever, economist and author, about the 12-day war between Israel and Iran. They examine the political motivations behind Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s decision to strike Iran—and why the operation may have backfired both militarily and economically.
The conversation then shifts to Gaza, analyzing the deepening humanitarian crisis, Israel’s long-term objectives, and the broader question: why does the West continue to support Israel despite mounting evidence of war crimes—if not genocide?
ABOUT DR. SHIR HEVER: Dr. Shir Hev...2025-07-0732 min
acTVism Podcast | englishColonel Wilkerson: Who Will Win the Iran-Israel War?In this episode of The Source, our senior editor Zain Raza interviews retired U.S. Army Colonel Lawrence Wilkerson on the latest developments in the war between Israel and Iran. They assess the likelihood of U.S. involvement and the potential impact on the broader region. In addition, they explore fundamental questions around whether Iran has the right to possess nuclear weapons and the legality of Israel’s strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. Lastly, they examine whether Israel is headed toward geopolitical victory—or long-term collapse.
ABOUT LAWRENCE WILKERSON: Lawrence Wilkerson is currently a Senior Fellow at the...2025-06-2140 minacTVism Podcast | englishIsrael’s plan to attack Iran & Ukraine’s Operation Spider's WebIn this episode of The Source, our senior editor Zain Raza speaks with independent journalist and human rights lawyer Dimitri Lascaris about rising reports that Israel is preparing to strike Iran’s nuclear facilities—potentially with or without U.S. support. They explore whether the region is edging closer to military confrontation and what this means for the future of U.S.–Iran relations. The conversation also covers the significance of Ukraine’s covert Operation Spider's Web, which targeted Russian airbases deep inside the country, and its potential impact on the stalled peace talks in Istanbul. Additionally, they assess the rece...2025-06-1329 minacTVism Podcast | englishIs the Israeli Military on the brink of Collapse? Dr. Shir HeverIn this episode of The Source, our senior editor Zain Raza interviews economist and author Dr. Shir Hever about Israel’s plans to take over the Gaza Strip and ethnically cleanse it. They also discuss the state of the Israeli military and government, as well as the internal and external challenges the country is facing.
ABOUT DR. SHIR HEVER: Dr. Shir Hever is an independent economic researcher and journalist. He writes articles and research for various venues and gives lectures in political and academic venues. He is the author of The Privatisation of Israeli Security (Pluto, 2017) and Th...2025-05-0831 min
acTVism Podcast | englishYanis Varoufakis on Trump's tariffs, Germany's Economy, Marine Le Pen's ban & Ukraine WarIn this episode of The Source, senior editor Zain Raza speaks with world-renowned economist Yanis Varoufakis about the economic rationale behind President Donald Trump’s latest tariff policies and their global impact. The conversation then shifts to the German economy, examining whether the proposed plan of the newly formed coalition government can guide the country toward recovery. They also discuss the recent political ban of far-right French politician Marine Le Pen, following her conviction for misappropriating EU funds to finance staff for her national party, effectively disqualifying her from the 2027 presidential race. The episode concludes with an analysis of th...2025-04-1135 minacTVism Podcast | englishPutin´s UN prosposal for Ukraine, EU´s militarization & Israel´s attack on GazaIn this episode of “The Source”, we talk to journalist and international law expert Dimitri Lascaris about the latest developments in Ukraine and Israel. We begin the interview with an assessment of the Trump administration's recent efforts to bring peace to Ukraine and Russian President Putin's UN proposal. We then examine Europe's position on Ukraine, led by France and the UK in the so-called “coalition of the willing”. We discuss the background to the US bombing of the Houthis in Yemen and the significance of the leaked group chat from a senior US official at Signal on this issue. Finally...2025-03-3140 min
acTVism Podcast | englishRussia rejects US ceasefire proposal – Fabian ScheidlerIn this episode of The Source, we speak with author and independent journalist Fabian Scheidler about Russia's refusal to accept a US ceasefire proposal in Ukraine. We also assess the geopolitical significance for Europe as the United States turns away from its transatlantic NATO partnership. Finally, we examine the results of the German federal election in terms of war and peace, and then discuss the plans of conservatives and social democrats to remilitarize German society.
ABOUT FABIAN SCHEIDLER: Fabian Scheidler, born in 1968, studied history and philosophy at the Free University of Berlin and theater directing at the...2025-03-1527 min
acTVism Podcast | englishVijay Prashad – The Collapse of NATO and Europe's DilemmaIn this episode of The Source, our senior editor Zain Raza speaks with historian and author Vijay Prashad about the significance of the recent heated exchange between U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Their conversation centers on the United States' shift in policy toward Ukraine and what it means for Europe and the future of NATO. They also examine the claim that Russia has ambitions beyond Ukraine that European leaders are using to justify cuts to social spending in favor of militarization. Finally, they take a look at the latest developments regarding the Gaza Strip...2025-03-0744 min
acTVism Podcast | englishProf. Richard Wolff - The Decline of the US Empire & Germany's EconomyIn this episode of The Source, our Senior Editor Zain Raza interviews University of Massachusetts Professor of Economics Emeritus Richard Wolff about the German economy in the context of larger geopolitical developments taking place around the world, including the war in Ukraine and the rise of the BRICS countries. In addition, a retrospective assessment of the West's policy of using economic sanctions to weaken Russia is undertaken. Finally, the emergence of AI is discussed and whether it will benefit humanity economically in the future.
ABOUT RICHARD D. WOLFF: Richard D. Wolff is the founder of Democracy at...2025-02-2240 minacTVism Podcast | englishTrump's plan for Ukraine leaked & Israel's agenda behind ceasefire | Col. WilkersonIn this episode of The Source, our senior editor Zain Raza interviews Lawrence Wilkerson, a retired Army colonel and former chief of staff to former Secretary of State Colin Powell, about an alleged peace plan by U.S. President Trump, reported by Newsweek, citing a Ukrainian media outlet called Strana, that lays out the details and parameters for ending the war between Russia and Ukraine. In addition, we discuss the agenda of President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu behind the recent ceasefire agreement in Gaza in light of Israel's “Iron Wall” military operation in the West Bank, the...2025-01-3031 min
acTVism Podcast | englishCrowdfunding Result & the Future of our JournalismOur senior editor and CEO Zain Raza announces the final result of our crowdfunding campaign and provides an update on the future of our organization. We will return at the end of January and look forward to continuing our independent and non-profit journalism.
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acTVism Podcast | englishJill Stein on Syria, Ukraine and Trump's militarization of NATOHow you can participate in our crowdfunding:
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In this episode of The Source, our senior editor Zain Raza speaks with activist and former US Green Party presidential candidate Dr. Jill Stein about the recent US presidenti...2025-01-1258 minacTVism Podcast | englishVijay Prashad - Syria and the missing Context in the MediaHow you can participate in our crowdfunding:
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In this episode of The Source, our senior editor Zain Raza has an in-depth conversation with historian, journalist and author Vijay Prashad about Syria. Their conversation covers the history of...2025-01-0848 minacTVism Podcast | englishREPORT reveals: Military Embargo against Israel growing worldwideHow you can participate in our crowdfunding:
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In this episode of The Source, we have an in-depth conversation with independent journalist and economist Dr. Shir Hever about a report that shows how the military embargo against Is...2024-12-2741 minacTVism Podcast | englishDismantling the Media Narrative on Syria, Ukraine & Israel | Dimitri LascarisHow you can participate in our crowdfunding:
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In this episode of The Source, we have an in-depth interview with journalist and international lawyer Dimitri Lascaris on the situation in Syria. From the causes of the collapse o...2024-12-2136 minacTVism Podcast | englishUkraine assassinates Russian General, Nord Stream & West's Hypocrisy in Syria | Fabian ScheidlerHow you can participate in our crowdfunding:
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In this episode of The Source, we interview author and independent journalist Fabian Scheidler and recap and analyze the various narratives that have unfolded since the Nord Stream pipeline b...2024-12-1831 min
acTVism Podcast | englishJeffrey Sachs on the fall of Syria's Assad & Trump's call for a ceasefire in UkraineHow you can participate in our crowdfunding:
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In this episode of The Source, we interview world-renowned economist, UN advisor, and best-selling author Jeffrey D. Sachs about the latest developments in Syria. Specifically, we explore the geopolitic...2024-12-1128 minacTVism Podcast | englishColonel Wilkerson on Syria, Ukraine, China & the ICC arrest warrant against NetanyahuHow you can participate in our crowdfunding:
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In this episode of The Source, we speak with Lawrence Wilkerson, a retired Army colonel and former chief of staff to former Secretary of State Colin Powell, about the broader geopolitical context of...2024-12-071h 08acTVism Podcast | englishIMPORTANT update on our futureHow you can participate in our crowdfunding:
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acTVism Podcast | englishREPORT: Alarming Rise of Censorship in the WestIn the second and final part of our series on the state of free speech, the free press and social media censorship, we examine the common trends and legislative actions related to the press and online spaces. We cover the United States’ efforts to restrict certain media both domestically and abroad as well as new regulations in the European Union, including the Digital Services Act (DSA) and European Media Freedom Act (EMFA).
ABOUT TAYLOR HUDAK: Taylor Hudak is an American-Hungarian journalist and covers issues focused on human rights, free speech, press freedom, US foreign policy and corruption. Sh...2024-12-0330 min
acTVism Podcast | englishHow Militarization & War broke the German governmentIn this episode of The Source, our senior editor Zain Raza interviews Reiner Braun, former executive director of the International Peace Bureau and peace activist, in-depth about German domestic politics. They also explore the role that militarization and war support played in the collapse of the coalition government of the Social Democratic Party (SPD), the Green Party, and the Free Democratic Party (FDP). They also examine the upcoming federal elections in Germany in the context of the Ukraine conflict and assess the rise and impact of the pro-peace and NATO-critical party of Sahra Wagenknecht called Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance – Reason an...2024-12-0243 minacTVism Podcast | englishVijay Prashad – US-UK cruise missiles fired at Russia, ICC warrant for Netanyahu & Trump's victoryIn this episode of The Source, our senior editor Zain Raza talks to historian, journalist and author Vijay Prashad about the underlying causes of Donald Trump's recent election victory in the United States. They also examine Trump's anti-war stance in light of his nominations for the national security apparatus, as well as the impact his presidency would have on Europe. They then turn the discussion to the war in Ukraine by examining the motivations behind why the US recently gave Ukraine the green light to fire long-range ATACMS cruise missiles into Russian territory after years of reluctance. Finally, they...2024-11-2238 min
acTVism Podcast | englishJewish Israeli politician Dr. Cassif speaks out on Israel's path towards FascismIn this episode of The Source, our senior editor Zain Raza talks to Israeli politician Dr. Ofer Cassif about his suspension from the Israeli parliament after he signed a petition in support of South Africa's genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ). They also discuss Israeli domestic politics at length and examine whether the State of Israel is on the path to fascism. Finally, they take a look at the prospects for Palestine after the recent election victory of Donald Trump in the United States.
ABOUT DR. OFER CASSIF: Dr. Ofer Cassif is...2024-11-0936 minacTVism Podcast | englishCensorship, Repression & the death of Free speech in the West | Taylor HudakIn part one of this two part series, we provide a comprehensive overview of the state of free speech, the free press and social media censorship in the West. We examine cases of journalists who are persecuted for their on-the-ground reporting and online speech. Additionally, we cover the latest developments on the arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov, the banning of X in Brazil and efforts in the UnitedStates to block the popular video sharing app, TikTok.
ABOUT TAYLOR HUDAK: Taylor Hudak is an American-Hungarian journalist and covers issues focused on human rights, free speech, press freedom...2024-11-0629 minacTVism Podcast | englishNetanyahu's wars, Zelenskyy's failures & the threat of a Nuclear War - Prof. KuznickIn this episode of The Source, we speak with author, history professor, and director of the Nuclear Studies Institute at American University, Peter Kuznick, about the latest developments surrounding Israel's war against Hezbollah in Lebanon, including the conflict with Iran. We also explore why the U.S. government under President Joe Biden is unable to put pressure on Israel, despite the disastrous humanitarian situation in Lebanon and the Gaza Strip and the fact that inaction could cost the Democrats under presidential candidate Kamala Harris the upcoming election. Finally, we take a look at the latest developments related to the...2024-10-2041 minacTVism Podcast | englishIsrael's war against Iran & Hezbollah and Russia's victory in Eastern Ukraine - Col. WilkersonIn this episode of The Source, we speak with Lawrence Wilkerson, a retired Army colonel and former chief of staff to former Secretary of State Colin Powell, about Israel's new war with Iran and Hezbollah. We explore the geopolitical implications of this war and whether Israel can emerge militarily and strategically victorious now that it has opened up a new front with Iran and Hezbollah in Lebanon. Finally, we examine the latest news on the war in Ukraine, particularly Russia's success in capturing the strategically important city of Vuhledar in eastern Ukraine.
ABOUT LAWRENCE WILKERSON: Lawrence Wilkerson...2024-10-0337 minacTVism Podcast | englishNord Stream Update, Israel's Pager attack & the war in UkraineIn this episode of The Source, we interview author and independent journalist Fabian Scheidler and examine the latest news on the Nord Stream pipeline bombing. We then discuss the war in Ukraine and whether NATO's delivery of long-range missiles to Ukraine would give it the edge it needs over Russia. Finally, we discuss the Israeli pager attack in Lebanon and Syria, which, according to Israel, targeted Hezbollah militants. The pager attack injured 2800 people and killed 12, including two children and a health care worker.
ABOUT FABIAN SCHEIDLER: Fabian Scheidler, born in 1968, studied history and philosophy at the Free...2024-09-2037 min
acTVism Podcast | englishIs the collapse of the Israeli state coming? Dr. Shir HeverIn this episode of The Source, we interview independent journalist and economist Dr. Shir Hever on the latest developments in Israel and Gaza. We begin the interview by examining the motivations behind the expansion of the Israeli military operation into the West Bank in Jenin and Tulkarem. We then talk about the domestic political situation in Israel, which includes the large-scale protests demanding a hostage deal as well as the internal tensions and pressures developing within the state that could lead to its collapse. Finally, we examine the state of German arms exports to Israel, in particular why they...2024-09-0927 minacTVism Podcast | englishNord Stream Update, Ukraine's invasion of Russia & Report from South LebanonIn this episode of The Source, we interview journalist and international law and human rights lawyer Dimitri Lascaris about his recent visit to southern Lebanon, where Israel and Hezbollah exchange rockets on an hourly basis. Lascaris gives us an insight into the escalating situation on the ground and into Hezbollah. We also discuss US Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s recent visit to Israel and whether the ceasefire agreement he is seeking will become a reality. We look at the latest news on the Nord Stream Pipeline, in which the German prosecutor’s office recently issued arrest warrants for a Uk...2024-08-2625 minacTVism Podcast | englishVijay Prashad - Iran, Israel & Venezuela and the Context Missing in the MediaIn this episode of The Source, we speak with historian, journalist and author Vijay Prashad about the recent escalation between Israel and Iran. We then discuss the context of the recent elections in Venezuela by shedding light on the history of US intervention. We discuss the latest developments in the war in Ukraine, including the US decision to deploy Tomahawk cruise missiles in Germany by 2026, and which of the two US presidential candidates, Donald Trump or Kamala Harris, would be more favorable to peace in Ukraine and Gaza.
ABOUT VIJAY PRASHAD: Vijay Prashad is an Indian historian...2024-08-0942 min
acTVism Podcast | englishBiden's withdrawal, US deployment of Tomahawks in Germany & the war in UkraineIn this episode of The Source, we speak with author, history professor and director of the Nuclear Studies Institute at American University, Peter Kuznick, about recent developments in US politics, including the assassination attempt on former US President Donald Trump and the withdrawal of current US President Joe Biden from the upcoming US presidential election. We also examine the significance of the US decision to deploy Tomahawk long-range cruise missiles in Germany by 2026.
ABOUT PETER KUZNICK: Peter Kuznick is Professor of History and Director of the Nuclear Studies Institute at American University in Washington, D.C. He’s...2024-07-2638 minacTVism Podcast | englishIsrael's Hannibal Directive, escalation with Hezbollah & Ukraine warIn this episode of The Source, our senior editor Zain Raza speaks with journalist and international law and human rights lawyer Dimitri Lascaris about Israel's Hannibal Directive, which, according to an investigation by the Israeli newspaper Haaretz, was used by Israel during the Hamas attack on October 7. The Hannibal Directive allows the Israeli military to use all necessary force to prevent the capture of soldiers. They also discuss the background to the escalating situation between Israel and Hezbollah on the Israeli-Lebanese border. They examine the latest developments in the war in Ukraine, including the question of who perpetrated the...2024-07-1132 minacTVism Podcast | englishLast Julian Assange case update from Taylor HudakIn our final Julian Assange case update, we report on what led up to the conclusion of the extradition proceedings of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange. After several months of intense negotiations between Assange’s legal team and the United States Department of Justice, a plea agreement was reached. Assange plead guilty to one count of conspiracy to obtain and disclose national defense information and was sentenced to time served. He now lives as a free man in his home country of Australia with his family.
ABOUT TAYOR HUDAK: Taylor Hudak is an American-Hungarian journalist and covers issues fo...2024-07-0413 minacTVism Podcast | englishEU elections, US-backed ceasefire in Gaza & French troops in UkraineIn this episode of The Source, our senior editor Zain Raza interviews former International Peace Bureau executive director and peace activist Reiner Braun. Zain begins the interview by assessing the significance of the results of the 2024 European Union elections. They then discuss the escalating situation in Ukraine, in particular France's decision to send French military trainers to support the Ukrainian military. Finally they move on to the situation in Israel-Gaza, where they analyze the US-backed ceasefire in Gaza, which was recently accepted by the UN Security Council.
ABOUT REINER BRAUN: Reiner Braun studied German Literature, History and...2024-06-1326 minacTVism Podcast | englishWest considers lifting Ukraine's restriction on striking in Russian territoryIn this episode of The Source, our Senior Editor Zain Raza interviews Lawrence Wilkerson, retired Army Colonel and former Chief of Staff to Colin Powell, on the latest developments surrounding Gaza and Ukraine. Zain begins the interview by assessing the significance of growing political sentiment in the US and Germany for lifting Ukraine's long-standing restriction on striking targets in Russian territory. They then discuss Ukraine's and Russia's peace proposals to end the war and assess which of them is more realistic. Zain then transitions to an examination of Israel's and the West's response to the International Criminal Court's request...2024-05-3031 minacTVism Podcast | englishICC arrest warrants against Israel and Russia's offensive in Kharkiv acTVism Munich 148.000 AbonnentenIn this episode of The Source, we interview journalist and international law and human rights lawyer Dimitri Lascaris on the International Criminal Court's (ICC) arrest warrants against Israel and Hamas. We also assess the international reaction and the double standards of the West, which supported the ICC when it came to the indictment of the Russian leadership, but undermines it when it comes to Israel. We also evaluate the significance of the recent recognition of the state of Palestine by Spain, Norway and Ireland. Finally, we analyze recent developments in the war in Ukraine, including Russia's latest offensive campaign...2024-05-2333 min
acTVism Podcast | englishSmall Victory in the Assange Case: Permission to Appeal ExtraditionIn this report, we provide an update on the extradition case of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange from London, England. During a two-hour permission to appeal hearing on Monday May 20 at the Royal Courts of Justice, Judges Victoria Sharp and Jeremy Johnson listened to arguments presentated by both the Crown Prosecution Service and the defense. The judges also took into consideration both parties written submissions. Shortly after the hearing concluded, The High Court issued its decision in favor of Mr. Assange, thus permitting him to appeal the extradition order on two technical grounds. ABOUT TAYOR HUDAK: Taylor Hudak is an...2024-05-2106 min
acTVism Podcast | englishJeffrey Sachs speaks out on Student Protests, Israel-Gaza & UkraineIn this episode of The Source, we interview world-renowned economist, UN advisor and best-selling author Jeffrey D. Sachs on the recent developments in Ukraine and Gaza. We begin the interview by assessing the student protests at American universities and whether they are anti-Semitic. Then we examine the role of the United States in relation to Israel's attack in Gaza. Finally, we talk about recent developments regarding Ukraine, including a recently approved $61 billion U.S. aid package and NATO Secretary General Jen Stoltenberg's promise that Ukraine will become part of Ukraine, and whether these steps are enough to ensure Ukraine's...2024-05-0328 minacTVism Podcast | englishVaroufakis banned from Germany, Nordstream Update & new US aid for Ukraine | Fabian ScheidlerIn this episode of The Source, we speak with author and independent journalist Fabian Scheidler about the latest developments surrounding Israel-Gaza and Ukraine. We begin the interview by examining the role of the United States in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Then we talk about the recent row between Israel and Iran and the West's response. We look at the recent government crackdown on the Palestine conference organized by Jews and Germans in Berlin, as well as the political banning of Greek politician Yanis Varoufakis and what these developments mean for civil liberties in Germany. Then we switch to Ukraine and...2024-04-2528 minacTVism Podcast | englishIran's retaliatory strike against Israel - The Missing ContextIn this episode of The Source, we interview journalist and international law and human rights lawyer Dimitri Lascaris about Iran's retaliatory strike against Israel with 300 drones and missiles. We also provide context to this incident and examine the West's reaction. Finally, we discuss how to de-escalate tensions and prevent a major war between Israel and Iran.
ABOUT DIMITRI LASCARIS: Dimitri Lascaris is a journalist and lawyer. As a lawyer, he specializes in class action litigation, international law and human rights. He was a member of the shadow cabinets of the Green Parties of Canada and Quebec. In 2020...2024-04-1514 minacTVism Podcast | englishNicaragua's lawsuit against Germany, Ukraine in NATO & Israel's attack on Iran | Dimitri LascarisIn this episode of The Source, we speak with journalist and international law and human rights lawyer Dimitri Lascaris about Nicaragua's lawsuit against Germany at the International Court of Justice, accusing the country of enabling the genocide in Gaza. We also discuss the significance of the Israeli airstrike on an Iranian consulate in Syria. We analyze the Western portrayal of the Lebanese Hezbollah militia, which asserts that it is anti-Semitic and wants to destroy Israel. We inquire about the US and Israeli response to the recent incident in which the Israeli Defence Forces killed 7 aid workers from the World...2024-04-1129 minacTVism Podcast | englishReport: Shocking extent of Germany's support for Israel | Dr. Shir HeverIn this episode of The Source, we interview independent journalist and economist Dr. Shir Hever about a recent report that reveals the shocking extent of German military aid to Israel. We also discuss a lawsuit filed against the German government based on this report, which aims to ensure that it complies with international law and ends its arms supplies to Israel. A similar lawsuit filed by human rights groups in the Netherlands forced the Dutch government to stop supplying F-35 components to Israel. Finally, we examine the significance of an Israeli airstrike in Syria that killed a high-ranking Iranian...2024-04-0537 minacTVism Podcast | englishVijay Prashad - Julian Assange, Gaza, Ukraine & terrorist attack in RussiaIn this episode of The Source, we interview historian, journalist and author Vijay Prashad. We begin the interview with a look at the recent UK High Court ruling on the extradition of Julian Assange to the US. We then inquire about the reasons for the US abstention in the recent UN Security Council vote on Gaza, which enabled the adoption of a resolution calling for a ceasefire. Previously, the US had vetoed any resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. We assess Israel's recent record annexation of 800 hectares of Palestinian land since 1993 in the West Bank and ask why...2024-03-2945 min
acTVism Podcast | englishDie Dringlichkeit der DiplomatieDieser Podcast basiert auf einem Artikel des hochrangigen UN-Beraters und weltbekannten Wirtschaftswissenschaftlers Prof. Jeffrey Sachs und verweist auf die dringende Notwendigkeit diplomatischer Gespräche, um Konflikte zu verhindern und den globalen Frieden zu fördern. Er hinterfragt den gegenwärtigen Stand der Diplomatie, insbesondere zwischen den USA und Russland, und ruft zu erneuten Bemühungen zur Einleitung eines sinnvollen Dialogs auf, um einen drohenden Atomkonflikt zu vermeiden.
Dieser Artikel wurde von Jeffrey Sachs geschrieben und am 20. März 2024 veröffentlicht. Wir haben ihn ins Deutsche übersetzt und veröffentlichen ihn heute erneut, um zur Meinungsbildung zu diesem Thema in...2024-03-2509 min
acTVism Podcast | englishNORD STREAM: Schweden stellt Ermittlungen ein - Schockierende VertuschungMax Blumenthal von The Grayzone interviewt Erik Andersson, einen in Schweden ansässigen Ingenieur, der die erste unabhängige Untersuchung der Explosionsstelle der Nordstream-Pipelines leitete, über die plötzliche Einstellung der Untersuchung des Terroranschlags durch die schwedische Regierung am Abend des NATO-Beitritts.
Dieser Beitrag wurde von The Grayzone produziert und am 15. März 2024 auf ihrem YouTube-Kanal veröffentlicht. Wir haben es ins Deutsche übersetzt und veröffentlichen es heute erneut, um zur Meinungsbildung zu diesem Thema in Deutschland und darüber hinaus beizutragen.
ÜBER THE GRAYZONE: The Grayzone ist eine unabhängige Nachrichten-Website, die sich dem origine...2024-03-2544 minacTVism Podcast | englishProf. Richard Wolff: Economics of the Ukraine and Gaza Wars & the rise of Artificial IntelligenceIn this episode of The Source, we interview Professor Emeritus of Economics (University of Massachusetts) and founder of Democracy at Work, Richard Wolff, on the economic impact of the wars in Ukraine and Gaza on the global economy. We also assess the reasons for the economic downturn in Germany and take a look at the global rise of artificial intelligence and question whether society would benefit from it.
ABOUT RICHARD D. WOLFF: Richard D. Wolff is the founder of Democracy at Work and host the show Economic Update. He is Professor of Economics Emeritus, University of Massachusetts...2024-03-1840 min
acTVism Podcast | englishGermany's "Wiretapping Scandal", CIA bases in Ukraine & the recent Massacre in GazaIn this episode of The Source, we speak with journalist and international law and human rights lawyer Dimitri Lascaris about the recent audio leak on the Taurus cruise missile, also known as the wiretap affair. This leak revealed how high-ranking German air force officers discussed the use of the Taurus cruise missile in Ukraine to attack Russia. This contradicted the public statements of German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, who had ruled out sending the missile to Ukraine as this could lead to a drastic escalation of the situation and turn Germany into a belligerent. We then examine the significance of...2024-03-0630 min
acTVism Podcast | englishColonel Wilkerson on Ukraine, NATO, Assange and Israel's warIn this episode of The Source, we talk to Lawrence Wilkerson, retired Army colonel and former chief of staff to former Secretary of State Colin Powell, about Ukraine, the Julian Assange case and Gaza. We assess the state of the war in Ukraine after its two-year anniversary on February 24. We also look at why the mainstream media does not commemorate the US invasion of Iraq with the same qualitative and quantitative coverage every year on March 30, an invasion that was not only based on the lie of weapons of mass destruction, but also violated international law and killed 300,000 civilians...2024-02-2833 minacTVism Podcast | englishREPORT DAY 2: Julian Assange Court Hearings UpdateOn the second day of what may be Julian Assange’s final appeal hearing in the UK, the Crown Prosecution Service, representing the US government, countered the arguments presented by the defence on Monday. The defence was then given the opportunity to rebut the prosecution’s arguments. At the conclusion of the hearing, the two High Court judges overseeing the appeal hearing, announced that they will issue their decision in the future, which may be in several weeks or months. Both the defence and the prosecution were given deadlines to submit the relevant documentation. This report includes statements from Crai...2024-02-2204 minacTVism Podcast | englishREPORT: Assange's Final Court HearingIn this episode, we summarize the main points addressed by Assange's defence council during what may be the final appeal hearing in the case of WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange. The outcome of this case will determine if Assange can appeal once more before a UK court or if he enters the extradition process. The defence raised several grounds for appeal before two High Court judges. This was the first time the defence team had an opportunity to present their arguments, which countered some aspects of the district judge’s initial ruling.
ABOUT TAYOR HUDAK: Taylor Hudak is an...2024-02-2105 min
acTVism Podcast | englishFree Julian Assange - German Journalist Fabian Scheidler speaks outIndependent journalist Fabian Scheidler delivered this speech on behalf of Julian Assange at the Brandenburg Gate, Berlin, on World Press Freedom Day, May 3 2023. It has also been published in German, French, Italian, Greek and Spanish. For more, please visit https://www.fabianscheidler.com
ABOUT FABIAN SCHEIDLER: Fabian Scheidler, born in 1968, studied history and philosophy at the Free University of Berlin and theater directing at the University of Music and Performing Arts in Frankfurt/M. Since 2001, he has worked as a freelance writer for print media, television, theater and opera. In 2009, he founded the independent television magazine Kontext...2024-02-2115 minacTVism Podcast | englishTrump's NATO comments, Tucker-Putin Interview & Cold War with China | Prof. KuznickIn this episode of The Source, we speak with author, history professor and director of the Nuclear Studies Institute at American University, Peter Kuznick, about recent developments in Ukraine, NATO, Israel-Gaza and China. We begin the interview by taking a look at Trump's recent comments about NATO and the reactions of European countries, which have included discussions of developing a European or German nuclear bomb. We also look at the significance of the deployment of 5 of the 11 US aircraft carriers in the Western Pacific to counter China. Finally, we analyze the current situation around Israel and the Gaza Strip...2024-02-1937 min
acTVism Podcast | englishA former Israel Defense Forces (IDF) Soldier's Journey to anti-Zionism & inner healingIn this episode of The Source, we interview former Israel Defense Forces (IDF) soldier Meital Yaniv and discuss Yaniv's journey to anti-Zionism. The first part of the interview focuses Yaniv's paternal family, who survived the Holocaust and eventually moved to Israel after the Second World War. The second part is about Yaniv's personal journey from serving in the Israeli Air Force to eventually becoming an anti-Zionist activist. The last part looks at the current situation and the question of whether there are more Israelis and Jews who are active in organizations and movements against Zionism.
ABOUT MEITAL...2024-02-1242 minacTVism Podcast | englishIsrael & Gaza: A Different Perspective with Independent Journalist Fabian ScheidlerIn this episode of The Source, we talk to author and independent journalist Fabian Scheidler about the latest developments surrounding Israel-Gaza and Ukraine. We begin the interview by looking at Fabian Scheidler's recent article highlighting the hypocrisy of mainstream political parties in Germany who on one hand support local demonstrations against far-right parties, but on the other hand continue to support far-right governments abroad. We then assess the credibility of South Africa's genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice as well as the Israeli intelligence agency's claim that the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA...2024-02-0827 minacTVism Podcast | englishHuman Rights Lawyer speaks out on Ukraine and IsraelIn this episode of The Source, we speak to journalist and international law and human rights lawyer Dimitri Lascaris about the latest developments surrounding Ukraine and Israel's war in Gaza. We begin the interview by inquiring about the recent incident between Russia and Ukraine, in which a Russian military plane with Ukrainian prisoners of war on board was shot down in Russia. We then examine Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's peace plan, which he recently presented at the World Economic Forum in Davos, and analyze whether it can bring a realistic end to the war. We assess in detail Israel's progress...2024-01-2629 minacTVism Podcast | englishCowdfunding-Campaign 2024In this Podcast, our senior editor and founder Zain Raza gives the latest update on our crowdfunding campaign and the status of our organization.
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Thank you for...2024-01-1002 minacTVism Podcast | englishIsrael and Ukraine - Dismantling the Media Narrative with Dimitri LascarisIn this episode of The Source, we speak to journalist and international law and human rights lawyer Dimitri Lascaris about recent developments in Gaza and Ukraine. We begin the interview by examining Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's recent announcement to mobilize 500,000 people for the military and whether this is realistic to achieve. We then examine the question of why the German government is planning budget cuts in key areas of the economy while avoiding cuts to the military. Next, we discuss Israel's war in Gaza, specifically analyzing the actions of the Houthi militia, which has been seizing commercial ships destined for...2023-12-2127 minacTVism Podcast | englishIsraeli politician accuses Israel of ”fascism” & ”war crimes” in GazaIn this episode of The Source, our chief editor Zain Raza talks to Israeli politician and member of the Israeli parliament Dr. Ofer Cassif about the issues surrounding Israel’s war on Gaza. Zain begins the interview by inquiring why Dr. Ofer Cassif was recently suspended from the Israeli parliament for advocating for a ceasefire and criticizing Israel’s assault on Gaza, which has killed over 15,000 Palestinian civilians to date. They then examine the Israeli government’s security failure on October 7 and how the government ignored the warnings it received prior to Hamas attacks. They contextualize the conflict by examin...2023-11-2451 minacTVism Podcast | englishIsrael’s goals in Gaza & debunking the Mainstream Narrative - Dimitri LascarisIn this episode of The Source, we speak with journalist and lawyer Dimitri Lascaris about his recent trip to Crimea and Moscow. We also cover the latest developments related to the war in Ukraine, including NATO's reaffirmation that Ukraine will become part of NATO and the recent Pentagon leaks.
ABOUT DIMITRI LASCARIS: Dimitri Lascaris is a journalist and lawyer. As a lawyer, he specializes in class action litigation, international law and human rights. He was a member of the shadow cabinets of the Green Parties of Canada and Quebec. In 2020, he ran for the leadership of the...2023-11-2327 minacTVism Podcast | englishJeffrey Sachs addresses the UN Security Council on the wars in Palestine, Syria & UkraineIn this contribution published on our channel, world-renowned economist, senior UN advisor and best-selling author Jeffrey D. Sachs talks about the causes of the wars in Ukraine, Syria and Gaza and offers solutions that the United Nations can pursue to end them. The mainstream media in the West has largely ignored this speech. This contribution was produced on November 20, 2023 and sent to us by Jeffrey Sachs with permission to publish.
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acTVism Podcast | englishEdward Snowden Exclusive | The Deep State & How You Can Make a DifferenceThis interview was undertaken by acTVism Munich on the 15th of January 2017 in Munich.
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► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/acTVismMunic2023-11-0754 minacTVism Podcast | englishYanis Varoufakis on Israel-Palestine, Ukraine and the Hypocrisy of the WestIn this episode of The Source, we talk to world-renowned economist and intellectual Yanis Varoufakis about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the international developments taking place in the European Union and the United Nations around it. We also explore the question of whether Israel's 56-year occupation of Palestine and its settlement policy have contributed to the violence in the region. We inquire about concrete steps the Israeli government can take to end the Hamas hostage crisis. Finally, we discuss the war in Ukraine and how to end it, and whether Germany can once again become an economic power while continuing...2023-10-2633 minacTVism Podcast | englishThe Hospital Attack & the Destruction of Gaza | Dr. Shir HeverIn this episode of The Source, we speak with independent journalist, author and economist Dr. Shir Hever about the current conflict between Israel and Palestine. First, we inquire about who was behind the attacks on the al-Ahli Arab hospital that killed 500 Palestinian civilians seeking refuge. Then we discuss the situation in Gaza and whether Israel's actions constitute genocide and collective punishment. We examine the role of the West and whether it has played a constructive or destructive role in this conflict. We assess why the Israeli military has not yet launched a ground invasion of Gaza and whether this...2023-10-2030 min
acTVism Podcast | englishHamas’ Attack on Israel & the Roots of the Conflict - International Lawyer Dimitri LascarisIn this episode of The Source, we speak with journalist and international law and human rights lawyer Dimitri Lascaris about recent developments in the conflict between Israel and Palestine. We begin with an assessment of Hamas' attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, and evaluate Israel's response so far. We then assess the humanitarian situation in the southern Gaza Strip, where 1.1 million Palestinians have been forced to flee by Israel. We also examine the reasons why Israeli intelligence was unable to detect the attack by Hamas, despite being warned by Egyptian intelligence days in advance. We inquire whether Israel's policies, which...2023-10-1926 min
acTVism Podcast | englishHamas’ Attack on Israel & the Roots of the Conflict - International Lawyer Dimitri LascarisIn this episode of The Source, we speak with journalist and international law and human rights lawyer Dimitri Lascaris about recent developments in the conflict between Israel and Palestine. We begin with an assessment of Hamas' attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, and evaluate Israel's response so far. We then assess the humanitarian situation in the southern Gaza Strip, where 1.1 million Palestinians have been forced to flee by Israel. We also examine the reasons why Israeli intelligence was unable to detect the attack by Hamas, despite being warned by Egyptian intelligence days in advance. We inquire whether Israel's policies, which...2023-10-1826 min
acTVism Podcast | englishNoam Chomsky, Chris Hedges & Dr. Shir Hever on Israel & PalestineThis is a compilation of interviews we conducted with Noam Chomsky, Chris Hedges, and Shir Hever prior to the outbreak of conflict in Palestine and Israel on October 7, 2023. Since the focus of the mainstream media is currently on the recent crises, we took the opportunity to shed light on the historical and geopolitical picture of the issue, an approach that we feel is missing from the media's coverage. ABOUT NOAM CHOMSKY: Noam Chomsky is a world-renowned political dissident, anarchist, linguist, author and institute professor emeritus at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where he’s taught for more than half a ce...2023-10-1341 minacTVism Podcast | englishIsrael and Palestine Conflict - Everything You need to KnowIn this episode of The Source, we talk with independent journalist, author and economist Dr. Shir Hever about the current conflict between Israel and Palestine and how it came to be. We then examine the role of decades of Israeli occupation and apartheid and whether it is related to the current escalation of violence. We assess the role of the Western media before the conflict erupted and ask whether they reported with the same frequency and quality when Israel was committing crimes against humanity against Palestinians. We also talk about the international law that Western politicians invoke when it...2023-10-1034 minacTVism Podcast | englishStanding ovation for a Nazi in Canada, Nord Stream Update & the Hypocrisy of the Green PartyIn this episode of The Source, we talk with author and independent journalist Fabian Scheidler about the theories surrounding the Nord Stream pipeline bombing and which one is most plausible one year later. Then we examine the significance of an incident in the Canadian Parliament where politicians, including Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, mistakenly gave a standing ovation to a former SS Nazi officer. Then we discuss the hypocrisy of the German Green party and why they changed their position on climate, war and other issues after coming to power. Finally, we analyze Austria's long-standing policy of neutrality, including toward...2023-10-1034 minacTVism Podcast | englishJeffrey D. Sachs - JFK, Nord Stream, Ukraine War & ChinaIn this episode of The Source, we talk with world-renowned economist and best-selling author Jeffrey D. Sachs. First, we take a look at Jeffrey Sachs' 2014 book on John F. Kennedy titled "To Move the World: JFK's Quest for Peace" and examine the lessons we can learn from it to achieve peace in Ukraine. We then talk about the various theories that have emerged since the Nord Stream pipeline bombing and which one is most plausible a year later. We also take a look at recent international political developments in the U.S. and Europe when it comes to supporting...2023-10-0426 minacTVism Podcast | englishHow the US Dollar Controls the World - Prof. Yanis VaroufakisIn this speech, Yanis Varoufakis explains the real reasons why the US dollar remains powerful and how America's debt shapes the global economy. He also tells us why the BRICS face enormous obstacles in trying to challenge the hegemony of the dollar, and much more. This video was produced by DiEM25 and published on their YouTube channel on the 25th of September, 2023. We have translated it into German and are republishing it today to help build opinion on this issue in Germany. Link: https://www.youtube.com/@DiEM25official/videos
YANIS VAROUFAKIS: Yanis Varoufakis is a Greek...2023-10-0409 minacTVism Podcast | englishNord Stream Update, Ukraine’s Counteroffensive Gains & Dispute with PolandIn this episode of The Source, we speak with journalist and international law and human rights lawyer Dimitri Lascaris about the Nord Stream pipeline bombing one year after it happened. We also talk about the significance of the recent territorial gains made by the Ukrainian counteroffensive in capturing the village of Andriivka in eastern Bakhmut. We take a look at the deteriorating relations between Poland and Ukraine related to agricultural exports, as well as the upcoming elections in Slovakia and how this will affect support for the war in Ukraine. Finally, we talk about whether peace is still possible...2023-09-2919 min
acTVism Podcast | englishVijay Prashad - Cold War with China, Coups in Africa, Ukraine & BRICSIn this episode of The Source, we speak with historian, journalist, and author Vijay Prashad about the latest developments in world politics. We begin the interview by discussing the significance of German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock's recent remarks calling Chinese President Xi Jinping a "dictator." We then shed light on the war in Ukraine and how international politics is positioning itself on the issue. We also look at recent international developments, such as the August 2023 BRICS summit and the recent coups in West and Central Africa, and put them in context. Finally, we assess whether the United States' war...2023-09-2242 minacTVism Podcast | englishUkrainian Counteroffensive Gains, Depleted Uranium & Russian Regional ElectionsIn this episode of The Source, we speak with journalist and international law and human rights lawyer Dimitri Lascaris about the latest developments related to the war in Ukraine. First, we examine the significance of the recent territorial gains made by Ukraine's counteroffensive in Zaporizhzhya oblast. We look at the U.S. decision to send depleted uranium shells to Ukraine and whether they will have a decisive effect on the battlefield. We assess the legitimacy of the recent regional elections in Russia, and finally discuss Germany's rising military budget at a time when budget cuts are being made in...2023-09-1314 min
acTVism Podcast | englishJulian Assanges Vater berichtet Glenn, wie dieser schließlich frei kommen könnteDies ist ein Ausschnitt aus der Sendung SYSTEM UPDATE, die jetzt jede Woche um 19 Uhr ET auf Rumble ausgestrahlt wird. Sie können die ganze Episode kostenlos hier ansehen: https://rumble.com/v3cpfp0-system-update-show-138.html
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acTVism Podcast | englishEnthüllung der 9/11-Verschwörung – Interview mit US-Senator Bob GrahamIm folgenden Video spricht Paul Jay mit dem ehemaligen US-Senator Bob Graham. Bob Graham war der Vorsitzende der „Gemeinsamen Untersuchung der Nachrichtendienst-Aktivitäten vor und nach den Terrorangriffen am 11. September 2001“, in der die Aktivitäten der US-amerikanischen Nachrichtendienste in Verbindung mit den Angriffen am 11. September untersucht wurden. In diesem Interview redet Graham über seine Schlussfolgerungen in Bezug auf das Versagen und die Fahrlässigkeit der amerikanischen Geheimdienste vor den Angriffen am 11. September, die Rolle von Saudi-Arabien, die 28 redigierten Seiten des 9/11 Reports und viele andere Themen, die in der Mainstream-Presse selten besprochen werden.
Diese Interviews wurden ursprünglich 2013 aufgenomm...2023-09-1131 min
acTVism Podcast | english9/11 Special: CIA-backed Chilean coup & the World Trade Center AttacksIn this interview with author, history professor and director of the Nuclear Studies Institute at American University, Peter Kuznick, we examine two historical events that both occurred on a September 11: the CIA-backed coup d’état in Chile in 1973 and the attacks on the World Trade Center in 2001.
ABOUT PETER KUZNICK: Peter Kuznick is Professor of History and Director of the Nuclear Studies Institute at American University in Washington, D.C. He’s the co-author of the book The Untold History of the United States, written together with Hollywood film director and producer Oliver Stone. He was active in th...2023-09-1133 min
acTVism Podcast | englishDid the US play a role in the overthrow of Pakistan’s most popular leader?In this episode of The Source, we have an in-depth conversation with Prof. Junaid Ahmad about Pakistan and its relationship with the United States. We introduce the history and political system of Pakistan and then examine the conditions that led to the rise of Imran Khan. Imran Khan became prime minister in August 2018 and, after taking a neutral stance on Russia's war in Ukraine, was removed from power in April 2022 following a no-confidence vote in Pakistan's parliament. Independent observers believe his removal was orchestrated by the Pakistani military with Washington's backing. Leaked classified Pakistani government documents from 2023 confirm this...2023-09-0840 minacTVism Podcast | englishTheories on Prigozhin’s death, BRICS summit and F16 fighter jetsIn this episode of The Source, we speak with journalist and international law and human rights lawyer Dimitri Lascaris about the latest developments related to the war in Ukraine. We examine the possible theories behind the recent death of Yevgeny Prigozhin, the leader of the private military called the Wagner Group. We also take a look at the U.S. decision to send F16 fighter jets to Ukraine and train Ukrainian pilots starting in October, and whether this will have a decisive impact on the battlefield. Finally, we assess the significance of the recent BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India and...2023-08-3121 min
acTVism Podcast | englishHow Zelenskyy’s Security Service Silences Peaceful Voices & the Ignorance of the Western MediaIn this episode of The Source, we speak with Yurii Sheliazhenko, Executive Secretary of the Ukrainian Pacifist Movement, about why Ukrainian intelligence under President Volodymyr Zelenskyy raided his home and accused him of "justifying Russian aggression," even though Yurii believes the Russian war against Ukraine is a crime against humanity. Yurii is currently under house arrest and facing the possibility of 5 years in prison. We also examine the state of the peace movement and media in Ukraine and whether voices advocating for a ceasefire and de-escalation are given a platform. We also inquire about how the Ukrainian population is...2023-08-2846 minacTVism Podcast | englishCol. Wilkerson on F-16 jets and diminishing public opinion in support of UkraineIn this episode of The Source, we speak with Lawrence Wilkerson, retired Army Colonel and former Chief of Staff to Colin Powell, about the latest developments related to the war in Ukraine. We assess Ukraine's recent counteroffensive and whether the recent U.S. decision to send in F-16 fighter jets will swing the war in Ukraine's favor. We also evaluate the recent CNN poll showing that a majority of Americans oppose their government's continued military and financial support for Ukraine. Finally, we explore the significance of a senior NATO official's statement that Ukraine would have to cede territory in...2023-08-2818 minacTVism Podcast | englishUkraine’s Counteroffensive, NATO’s Slip-up & the Taurus Cruise MissileIn this episode of The Source, we talk with author, history professor, and director of the Nuclear Studies Institute at American University, Peter Kuznick, about the latest developments surrounding the war in Ukraine and the broader geopolitical context. We also examine Ukraine's counteroffensive and whether the deployment of Taurus cruise missiles to Ukraine, which the German government is currently considering, will give it an advantage on the battlefield. Lastly we look at the significance of a senior NATO official's statement that Ukraine might have to cede territory in return for NATO membership as a possible peace scenario.
...2023-08-2127 minacTVism Podcast | englishUkraine’s Counteroffensive, Zelenskyy’s Peace Plan & the Failed Grain AgreementIn this episode of The Source, we speak with journalist and international law and human rights lawyer Dimitri Lascaris about the latest developments surrounding the war in Ukraine. We examine the reasons why the grain agreement between Ukraine, Russia, Turkey and the United Nations was not renewed and also assess the significance of the Russian-African summit held in St. Petersburg on July 27-28. We evaluate recent developments on the battlefield and whether Ukraine's counteroffensive has made any significant progress. Finally, we take a look at Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's peace plan and whether it can bring an end to the...2023-08-0219 minacTVism Podcast | englishDr. Shir Hever - Israel’s assault in Jenin & the hypocrisy of the WestIn this episode of The Source, we talk with independent journalist, author and economist Dr. Shir Hever about what really happened in the Jenin refugee camp in the Palestinian city of Jenin during the Israeli military assault from July 3 to July 5, 2023. We also talk about the hypocrisy of the West, which on the one hand criticizes Russia's occupation and annexation of Ukraine, while on the other hand remains silent when Israel does the same in Palestine.
ABOUT SHIR HEVER: Dr. Shir Hever is an independent economic researcher and journalist. He writes articles and research for various venues...2023-07-2019 min
acTVism Podcast | englishVijay Prashad - Washington Bullets: A History of the CIA, Coups, and AssassinationsIn this episode of The Source, we record an event hosted by Germany's Die Linke party with historian, journalist, and author Vijay Prashad about his new book, "Washington Bullets: A History of the CIA, Coups, and Assassinations."
ABOUT VIJAY PRASHAD: Vijay Prashad is an Indian historian and journalist. Prashad is the author of thirty books, including Washington Bullets, Red Star Over the Third World, The Darker Nations: A People's History of the Third World and The Poorer Nations: A Possible History of the Global South. He is the Chief Correspondent for Globetrotter and a Columnist for Frontline...2023-07-171h 13acTVism Podcast | englishCluster Bombs, NATO Summit & Cold War with China - With Prof. KuznickIn this episode of The Source, we talk with author, history professor, and director of the Nuclear Studies Institute at American University, Peter Kuznick, about the latest geopolitical developments surrounding the war in Ukraine and the cold war with China.
ABOUT PETER KUZNICK: Peter Kuznick is Professor of History and Director of the Nuclear Studies Institute at American University in Washington, D.C. He’s the co-author of the book The Untold History of the United States, written together with Hollywood film director and producer Oliver Stone. He was active in the Civil Rights and anti-Vietnam War mo...2023-07-1721 min
acTVism Podcast | englishSPECIAL EPISODE: Reality Check on Ukraine with Jill Stein & Dimitri LascarisIn this special episode of The Source, we host a discussion between former presidential candidate and physician Jill Stein and journalist and international law & human rights lawyer Dimitri Lascaris. We discuss a range of topics on the war in Ukraine, including how to properly understand the war, the difference between independent and critical thinking and Russian or NATO propaganda, current developments, and solutions. This panel was organized by Plebity.org, a group that advocates for free speech and is currently publishing videos with prominent experts such as Noam Chomsky, Glenn Greenwald, Richard D. Wolff, Norman Finkelstein, Pauly Jay, Max...2023-06-221h 15
acTVism Podcast | englishCol. Wilkerson on Ukraine in NATO, Pentagon leaks and the Cold War with ChinaIn this episode of The Source, we talk with Lawrence Wilkerson, retired Army colonel and former chief of staff to Colin Powell, about the latest developments in the Cold War with China. We also assess the importance of China's efforts to facilitate peace in the Middle East. Finally, we take a look at the latest developments in the war in Ukraine, including NATO's confirmation to integrate Ukraine and the Pentagon leaks.
ABOUT LAWRENCE WILKERSON Lawrence Wilkerson is currently a Senior Fellow at the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft and formerly a Distinguished Adjunct Professor of Government and...2023-05-1133 minacTVism Podcast | englishNord Stream Bombing: Debunking the Mainstream Media NarrativeIn this episode of The Source, we talk with author and independent journalist Fabian Scheidler about recent mainstream media reports on the Nord Stream pipeline bombing. We also discuss NATO's recent pledge to admit Ukraine into its alliance and its implications for possible peace talks with Russia. Finally, we talk about the Julian Assange case and what it means for democracy.
ABOUT FABIAN SCHEIDLER: Fabian Scheidler, born in 1968, studied history and philosophy at the Free University of Berlin and theater directing at the University of Music and Performing Arts in Frankfurt/M. Since 2001, he has worked as...2023-05-1138 min
acTVism Podcast | englishVijay Prashad - The War in Ukraine the Cold War with ChinaIn this episode of The Source, we talk with historian, journalist and author Vijay Prashad about the geopolitical context of the Cold War with China. We also talk about recent developments related to the war in Ukraine, which include the Pentagon leaks and NATO's assurances that Ukraine will become a member. Finally, we look at the mainstream media story about the sabotage of the Nord Stream pipeline and compare it to the story by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Seymour Hersh.
ABOUT VIJAY PRASHAD: Vijay Prashad is an Indian historian and journalist. Prashad is the author of thirty books...2023-04-2859 minacTVism Podcast | englishDimitri Lascaris in Crimea - NATO’s Pledge to integrate Ukraine & Pentagon LeaksIn this episode of The Source, we speak with journalist and lawyer Dimitri Lascaris about his recent trip to Crimea and Moscow. We also cover the latest developments related to the war in Ukraine, including NATO's reaffirmation that Ukraine will become part of NATO and the recent Pentagon leaks.
ABOUT DIMITRI LASCARIS: Dimitri Lascaris is a journalist and lawyer. As a lawyer, he specializes in class action litigation, international law and human rights. He was a member of the shadow cabinets of the Green Parties of Canada and Quebec. In 2020, he ran for the leadership of the...2023-04-2434 min
acTVism Podcast | englishDoes US Militarism advance Global Security & Peace? With Prof. David VineIn this episode of The Source, we talk with author and professor of political anthropology David Vine about U.S. militarism. We examine the extent of U.S. military bases around the world and the impact on global security. We explore the costs of U.S. militarism at home and abroad as well.
ABOUT DAVID VINE: David Vine is Professor of political anthropology at American University in Washington, DC. David's newest book, The United States of War: A Global History of America's Endless Conflicts, from Columbus to the Islamic State, was published by the University of California Pr...2023-04-2432 minacTVism Podcast | englishJill Stein on the War in Ukraine - Pentagon Leaks, Nord Stream & ActivismIn this episode of The Source, we talk with activist and former U.S. Green Party presidential candidate Jill Stein about the latest developments related to the war in Ukraine. We examine the significance of the recent Pentagon leaks and compare Seymour Hersh and New York Times stories about the Nord Stream pipeline bombing. We also discuss the latest developments around Western arms shipments and activism against them.
ABOUT JILL STEIN: Jill Stein was the U.S. Green Party’s presidential candidate in 2016 and 2012. She is an organizer, physician and environmental health advocate. In the 2016 election, she wa...2023-04-2048 min
acTVism Podcast | englishLeaked Pentagon docs reveal Ukraine has little chance of winning & NATO involvement (PART 2)In the second part of this interview series, we speak with The Nation's editorial director and publisher, Katrina vanden Heuvel, about recent developments related to the war in Ukraine. We examine the significance of the recent Pentagon leaks, focusing on those that have not been adequately highlighted by the mainstream media. We also look at the latest developments related to the Nord Stream pipeline bombing and the recent arms shipments to Ukraine. Finally, we look at the International Criminal Court's recent decision to issue an arrest warrant for Putin and what this means for global justice.
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acTVism Podcast | englishUnderstanding the War in Ukraine - With Katrina vanden Heuvel (PART 1)In the first part of this interview series, we have a contextual conversation with The Nation's editorial director and publisher Katrina vanden Heuvel about the war in Ukraine. We explore the question of whether Russia's war in Ukraine was at all legitimate, and examine why Russia failed to integrate politically with the West. We also talk about NATO's role and the state of U.S. politics with regard to Ukraine. The second part of this interview, which deals with the latest developments in the war in Ukraine, will be published in the coming days.
ABOUT KATRINA VANDEN...2023-04-1627 min
acTVism Podcast | englishRon Paul speaks at Rage Against the War MachineAnti-war rally at the Lincoln Memorial and march to the White House on February 19. Left and right come together to stop this war in Ukraine and avert nuclear war. Organized by the People's Party and Libertarian Party with support from a broad coalition of organizations.
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ABOUT TAYLOR HUDAK: Taylor Hudak is an American-Hungarian journalist and covers issues focused on human rights, free speech, press freedom, US foreign policy and corruption. She researches, writes and produces video reports and interviews for acTVism Munich. Taylor earned a bachelor’s degree in English and a master’s de...2023-04-1210 min