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The UK Column is an independent news organisation analysing the information war. Operating without financial backing or external investment, we remain free from advertisers, foundations, and political parties, relying solely on support from our audience through memberships and donations.

  1. 19 hrs ago

    Why Chinese AI Terrifies Silicon Valley | Silk and Steel

    Has China's latest wave of open-source AI models fundamentally changed the global artificial intelligence race? In this episode of the Silk and Steel Podcast, Carl Zha welcomes back economist and geopolitical analyst Dr. Warwick Powell to examine why China's newest AI breakthroughs send shockwaves through Silicon Valley and Wall Street. The discussion explores how models released by Chinese companies including Z.ai (formerly Zhipu AI) and Meituan challenge the proprietary business model that has driven massive investment in America's AI industry. Warwick argues that the traditional Silicon Valley approach—to build expensive, closed AI systems that are protected by technological "moats"—has become increasingly difficult to sustain as powerful, low-cost open-source alternatives emerge from China. The conversation also examines: • Why investors question America's AI business model • The rise of open-source AI ecosystems • Competition between Chinese and U.S. AI companies • Export controls and technology restrictions • The future of AI commercialisation • Whether the global AI race has fundamentally shifted If China's AI ecosystem continues to innovate faster while it makes cutting-edge models openly available, what does that mean for the future of Big Tech? ► 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 official UK Column website ► [Support UK Column] Please donate to support our independent journalism & investigative journalism ► [UK Column YouTube] Please subscribe to the UK Column News YouTube channel for more alternative news and independent news Follow #UKColumn on: ► X ► Telegram ► Facebook ► Instagram

    54 min

  2. 1 day ago

    UK Column News — 3rd July 2026

    Mike Robinson, Charles Malet, and Basil Valentine 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 official UK Column website ► [Support UK Column] Please donate to support our independent journalism & investigative journalism ► [UK Column YouTube] Please subscribe to the UK Column News YouTube channel for more alternative news and independent news Follow #UKColumn on: ► X ► Telegram ► Facebook ► Instagram 00:00 Introduction 00:37 State Threats: Terrorism legislation. With special guest Jessey Winney, Organiser, No2NATO 11:41 Devolution: Cross party conference for centralisation of power 16:42 Tehran: Special on the ground report from Patrick Henningsen 26:09 High North: Artic operational theatre 28:39 Palantir Data: Technocratic digital panopticon With special guest, investigative journalist Johnny Vedmore 38:41 Palantir Spain: Massive pushback 40:39 FOI: Rearrangement of deck chairs Freedom of Information Statistics | UK Government 45:48 BMJ Trade: Mismanagement of public finances 51:02 Enoch Burke: Out of prison, still campaigning 56:00 In Case You Missed It: Stories spotted by out UKC sleuths

    1hr 2min

  3. 1 day ago

    The Pyramids were Built by Advanced People | Jerm Warfare

    Roger Cunningham advocates for ethical skepticism in archaeology. He argues that pyramid origins predate mainstream estimates due to evidence of advanced technology and geological indicators of past submersion. His analysis challenges conventional historical timelines by highlighting the potential suppression of data regarding cyclical history and construction methodologies. https://theethicalskeptic.com ► 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 official UK Column website ► [Support UK Column] Please donate to support our independent journalism & investigative journalism ► [UK Column YouTube] Please subscribe to the UK Column News YouTube channel for more alternative news and independent news Follow #UKColumn on: ► X ► Telegram ► Facebook ► Instagram

    1hr 5min

  4. 2 days ago

    Mythbusting the Food Industry | UK Column Interviews

    Following her appearance on UK Column News, Pat Thomas details the relentless and irresponsible pushing of genetically modified organisms into the food system. A High Court legal challenge, led by Beyond GM, found that the UK Government failed to understand the significant consequences of removing transparency and labelling for gene-edited crops and foods. This is something which has the potential to affect everyone — farmers, businesses, consumers, and the organic sector. The judicial review fought by Beyond GM showed just how cavalier the UK Government’s approach to regulation and process really is. Much more information can be found on Beyond GM, and you can help with their legal fees at crowdjustice. ► 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 official UK Column website ► [Support UK Column] Please donate to support our independent journalism & investigative journalism ► [UK Column YouTube] Please subscribe to the UK Column News YouTube channel for more alternative news and independent news Follow #UKColumn on: ► X ► Telegram ► Facebook ► Instagram

    1 hr

  5. 2 days ago

    Africa's Unknown High Speed Railway Network | Jerm Warfare

    PD Lawton explains the African Integrated High-Speed Railway Network — a 2013 project to electrify and connect all of Africa by rail. Ethiopia and Tanzania are already building; China partners genuinely on a win-win basis, whilst the West pushes a "debt trap" propaganda narrative to block development and keep Africa extracting minerals rather than industrialising. Western media ignores it almost entirely, and the main missing ingredient is political will. https://africanagenda.net ► 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 official UK Column website ► [Support UK Column] Please donate to support our independent journalism & investigative journalism ► [UK Column YouTube] Please subscribe to the UK Column News YouTube channel for more alternative news and independent news Follow #UKColumn on: ► X ► Telegram ► Facebook ► Instagram

    58 min

  6. 2 days ago

    The Untold Story of China's Rise: Mao, Deng & the Chinese Miracle | Silk and Steel

    In this episode of Bridge to China, Jason Smith sits down with political commentator and Silk & Steel Podcast host Carl Zha to explore the extraordinary story of China's transformation—from the Japanese occupation and Chinese Civil War to Mao-era nation building, Deng Xiaoping's reforms, and the modern economic miracle. Carl explains how the Communist Party established control in the countryside, why land reform was so important, how China eliminated widespread opium addiction, the role of Soviet assistance in early industrialization, and how market reforms after 1978 unleashed decades of growth. The conversation also examines poverty alleviation, infrastructure development, education, industrial policy, China's relationship with Africa, and what developing—and developed—countries might learn from China's experience. Whether you're interested in Chinese history, geopolitics, economics, or development, this episode offers a comprehensive look at one of the most significant national transformations in human history. Topics Covered How the Communist Party expanded during the Japanese occupation The Chinese Civil War and the fall of the KMT Soviet support and the industrialization of China Land reform and peasant mobilization The eradication of opium addiction Literacy campaigns and educational reform Barefoot doctors and rising life expectancy China's first industrial revolution Deng Xiaoping and Reform & Opening Up Shenzhen and Special Economic Zones China's manufacturing boom Poverty alleviation and modernization China-Africa cooperation and the TAZARA Railway Lessons from China's development model ► 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 official UK Column website ► [Support UK Column] Please donate to support our independent journalism & investigative journalism ► [UK Column YouTube] Please subscribe to the UK Column News YouTube channel for more alternative news and independent news Follow #UKColumn on: ► X ► Telegram ► Facebook ► Instagram

    1hr 10min

  7. 3 days ago

    UK Column News — 1st July 2026

    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 official UK Column website ► [Support UK Column] Please donate to support our independent journalism & investigative journalism ► [UK Column YouTube] Please subscribe to the UK Column News YouTube channel for more alternative news and independent news Follow #UKColumn on: ► X ► Telegram ► Facebook ► Instagram 00:00 Introduction 00:36 Defence Spending: War policy investment 09:52 Black Cube: Israeli intelligence in full flow 20:43 State Threats: Rushed Bill could see journalists jailed 28:26 UK Column 20th Anniversary 30:22 Debanked: Independent media under threat 33:48 Data Centres: Devon countryside destroyed 39:50 DSTL: Secretive security service celebrates 25 years 49:08 Lebanon: Update 54:04 Whose Money: Customs duties confusion 57:23 Fertility: Collapsing conception rates

    1hr 2min

  8. 3 days ago

    Gays, AI, and Groupthink | Jerm Warfare

    Jerm and Todd Hayen chat about gay marriage. They distinguish between state vs religious marriage—Todd says he does not care for any state institution and Jerm questions the purpose of marriage. They then pivot to AI. They debate whether it is just algorithms or if it is something more worrisome. Todd warns about soul-starved dehumanisation if we lose human connection. They also touch on COVID compliance, mass formation theory, and why some people see through the narratives while others do not. https://www.shrewviews.com ► 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 official UK Column website ► [Support UK Column] Please donate to support our independent journalism & investigative journalism ► [UK Column YouTube] Please subscribe to the UK Column News YouTube channel for more alternative news and independent news Follow #UKColumn on: ► X ► Telegram ► Facebook ► Instagram

    1hr 5min
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The UK Column is an independent news organisation analysing the information war. Operating without financial backing or external investment, we remain free from advertisers, foundations, and political parties, relying solely on support from our audience through memberships and donations.

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