A WORLD GONE MAD

Jeff Alan Wolf
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A Progressive Liberal News PodcastVeteran Television, and Radio Broadcaster Jeff Alan Wolf offers his Observations on the issues (many issues) of the week with a fearless liberal bent.  His solid delivery, and dry common sense approach sets him apart from other liberals that populate Talk and Commentary Podcasts” Jeff Does NOT Pull Punches. He does NOT Make comments that are “SAFE”. He tells the Truth.  (He Tells It As He Sees It) He Is Very OPINIONATED! He says the things Out Loud YOU’RE already thinking. Jeff is Unfiltered, Unspun, A little Unhinged, but offers a lot of Common Sense. This Podcast could make you MAD. This Podcast could make you SMILE. Regardless, it WILL make you THINK!

  1. 2D AGO

    Congress Tells Trump Do What You Want in Iran, Russia Gets In, Cuba Next

    SEND ME A TEXT MESSAGE NOW I’m fired up in this episode and honestly there’s no other way to start it. I’m angry about what’s happening in this country right now and I’m not going to pretend otherwise.  Congress just handed Donald Trump enormous freedom when it comes to the conflict with Iran, and the explanations coming out of Washington are almost as disturbing as the vote itself. No clear objectives, no real endgame, and yet somehow the answer from leadership was still “go ahead.” That’s where the frustration really kicks in. If the people elected to check presidential power admit they don’t understand the strategy behind a war, how in the world do they turn around and give it the green light anyway?  I dig into that question and I don’t pull any punches about what it says regarding the state of leadership in Washington and why Americans should be demanding a lot more accountability. Then I turn to the bizarre political theater surrounding Kristi Noem and her sudden exit. MAGA supporters are trying to spin it as a promotion, but when you look closely the whole thing feels like another reshuffling inside Trump’s circus.  The new face stepping in, Senator Markwayne Mullin, brings his own share of contradictions and head scratching moments, and it raises a bigger question about whether any personnel change even matters if the policies themselves don’t change. The conversation gets even more serious when we look at the international situation unfolding around Iran. Reports that Russia may be providing intelligence to Tehran could dramatically raise the stakes in this conflict.  When another nuclear power starts feeding targeting information into the mix, the strategic picture changes fast. I walk through why that development could push a regional conflict onto a much more dangerous global chessboard. Back here at home the economic signals aren’t exactly calming anyone down either. A new jobs report showing ninety two thousand jobs lost, rising gas prices, and a stock market sliding for the second straight day is not the combination you want to see when the world already feels unstable.  I break down why those warning signs matter and why ordinary Americans usually end up paying the price when all those pressures collide at once. And just when you think the geopolitical list is already long enough, suddenly the phrase “Cuba is next” starts floating around again. Next for what exactly? Military action, regime change, another round of political theater?  We’ve been hearing versions of this for decades, and I take a step back to ask the question nobody ever seems to answer. What is the actual plan? Finally, the episode closes on a very different note as the country pauses to honor Jesse Jackson. For more than half a century his voice shaped some of the most important moments in American civil rights and politics.  Leaders, clergy, and former presidents gathered to pay their respects, and it’s a reminder that the power of one voice speaking up can echo across generations. If you’ve got thoughts about anything I covered in this episode, I want to hear them. You can reach me directly at WolfPackTalks@gmail.com. AWorldGoneMadPodcast@gmail.com

    23 min

  2. 4D AGO

    Texas Democrat Voter Turnout Shock, Trump Abandons Americans in Iran

    SEND ME A TEXT MESSAGE NOW Something unusual happened in the Texas primary and it should have people paying attention. Democratic voter turnout surged to levels that normally don’t happen in midterm cycles.  When that kind of participation shows up in a state like Texas, it raises a much bigger question about the political energy building across the country and what it could mean for the races that will decide control of Washington. If momentum like that spreads beyond one state, the ripple effects could be enormous.  Several Senate races are already sitting on a political fault line and the balance of power in Washington may be far less stable than it looks right now. Another political problem is brewing inside Washington itself. A Senate hearing involving Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem took a turn that surprised a lot of people when criticism started coming from both Democrats and Republicans.  When pressure starts building from both sides of the aisle, the political clock can start ticking very quickly. At the same time the conflict with Iran is creating a second battle back home over how the war is being explained to the public. Pentagon officials insist the mission’s working.  Reporters are asking a completely different set of questions about where this conflict could lead and how long it could last. Then there’s the situation facing Americans trying to leave the Middle East as the conflict grows. Citizens have been told to call a government number if they need help getting out.  What some callers say they hear when they reach that number raises serious questions about planning, responsibility, and whether anyone in Washington actually has a real evacuation strategy. Or if anyone in Washington actually cares? The turnout shock in Texas, the growing tension in Washington, and the troubling situation facing Americans overseas are all colliding at the same moment. I dig into what’s happening and why it matters. I’m Jeff Alan Wolf and this is A World Gone Mad. What are your thoughts? Please let me know. WolfPackTalks@gmail.com AWorldGoneMadPodcast@gmail.com

    20 min

  3. 6D AGO

    Bomb Iran Based On Lies. 24 Hours Later, Hand Out Medals

    SEND ME A TEXT MESSAGE NOW It’s the Monday Madness episode, and I’m breaking down Trump’s decision to bomb Iran based on his claims of imminent threat, followed less than 24 hours later by a medal ceremony at the White House. Seriously?  Soldiers died in this b******t attack on Iran and Trump’s giving out medals in the White House? I challenge the justification directly. If the claim is imminent danger, the standard is proof. Not dramatic language. Not slogans. Not pressure to fall in line.  Proof. When that proof isn’t clearly laid out, asking hard questions isn’t weakness. It’s accountability. The bombing wasn’t symbolic. It was large-scale military force with real consequences attached to it. Escalation isn’t abstract.  It means retaliation. It means instability. It means Americans and civilians carrying the cost long after the cameras move on. When bombs are dropped in our name, there are only two options: demand evidence for why you did it, or accept whatever you’re told. I know which side I’m on. I also issue a direct challenge to you the listener about WOLF the organization. JoinWOLF.org Check it out and learn who the organization is for and why I believe the moment calls for more voices, not fewer. If you’ve been listening but staying on the sidelines, this is the time to decide where you stand. AWorldGoneMadPodcast@gmail.com

    13 min

  4. FEB 26

    Trump Delivers the Best State of the Union in American History

    SEND ME A TEXT MESSAGE NOW Last night Donald Trump delivered the longest State of the Union address in American history, and I break it all down.  The State of the Union isn’t just another political speech. It sets the tone for where a presidency’s headed and what the next stretch of years could look like for the country. I walk through the major themes Trump laid out, from the economy and inflation to tariffs, energy policy, health care, foreign policy and the broader political message coming out of that chamber.  I look at what was emphasized, what was left out, and what it actually means beyond the applause lines. I talk about the economic claims, the proposal to lean heavily into tariffs, the messaging around fraud and government waste, the energy push and the tone toward Democrats inside the room.  I also examine how the speech was structured and what that tells us about the political strategy behind it. The State of the Union is supposed to reflect the condition of the country. So the real question I explore is simple: does the picture painted last night match the reality Americans are living every day? If you care about where this country’s headed and how leadership frames that direction, this is an episode you’ll want to hear. I would love to hear your feedback and comments. You can reach me by email at: WolfPackTalks@gmail.com AWorldGoneMadPodcast@gmail.com

    20 min

  5. FEB 24

    Trump Loses Voters, Judge Protects Him Again, Americans in Danger

    SEND ME A TEXT MESSAGE NOW I’m back with another unfiltered episode of A World Gone Mad, and I’m not sugarcoating where I think the country stands right now.  I open with a blunt personal reality check about the daily mental grind many Americans are feeling and why, in my view, the political temperature keeps rising instead of cooling off. From there, I zero in on new polling showing Donald Trump’s approval sliding with independents ahead of the State of the Union.  I break down why middle of the road voters tend to react strongly to instability and why that shift, even if it’s early, has both parties quietly paying attention. Next, I turn my focus to Judge Aileen Cannon’s latest move involving the special counsel documents case.  I walk you through why this ruling is raising eyebrows, what it does and doesn’t mean legally, and why public trust continues to take small hits every time high profile cases hit another delay. The episode then pivots south of the border, where cartel violence in parts of Mexico triggered shelter in place warnings affecting Americans on the ground.  I connect the dots between the operation that set events in motion, the rapid retaliation that followed, and the broader question of how global instability can escalate fast. I also issue a direct challenge about the WOLF organization. https://joinwolf.org/, explaining who the organization is for and why I believe the moment calls for more voices, not fewer.  If you’ve been listening but staying on the sidelines, this is the time to decide where you stand. I close with a candid message to the Wolfpack about listener feedback, support, and why I keep showing up behind the mic even when the stress is real and the hours are long.  If you want straight talk with no spin and no fake outrage, this episode delivers exactly that. Click the link to become a founding member of WOLF. We Oppose Lawless Fascism https://joinwolf.org/ AWorldGoneMadPodcast@gmail.com

    22 min

  6. FEB 17

    Trump Damage Done as Allies Trust in America Erodes

    SEND ME A TEXT MESSAGE NOW This episode hits the uncomfortable reality a lot of people don’t want to admit. The damage to America’s global credibility did not magically disappear. Our allies are watching closely and recalculating what they can and cannot rely on. Trust between nations is not something you flip back on with a press release. Once confidence gets dented, it takes years to rebuild. Right now the United States is being stress tested on the world stage whether people want to acknowledge it or not. I’m also sounding off on the Epstein situation and why the endless spin cycle is exhausting the public’s patience. People want accountability and they want answers, not another round of political tap dancing. If you’ve been listening but staying quiet, now is the time to speak up. Your voice matters more than you think, and silence only helps the people who are counting on you to tune out. Let me know your thoughts WolfPackTalks@gmail.com And I’ll take that one step further. If you say you care about democracy and the rule of law, then it’s time to prove it. This is the moment to stop sitting on the sidelines and actually step up instead of just watching the political temperature keep rising. If you are against dictatorship, if you are against fascism, and if you are fed up with the Trump and MAGA chaos, then the WOLF organization was built for you.  We Oppose Lawless Fascism.  https://joinwolf.org/ add your voice. AWorldGoneMadPodcast@gmail.com

    17 min

  7. FEB 12

    Bondi’s Disgraceful Epstein Hearing Circus, Grand Jury Says NO!

    SEND ME A TEXT MESSAGE NOW A congressional hearing tied to the Epstein files should have been about truth, accountability, and respect for victims. Instead, it exploded into a disgusting political circus. What happened in that room wasn’t oversight. It was disgraceful. Pam Bondi attacked, deflected, and treated a hearing connected to one of the most horrific trafficking scandals in modern history like it was just another partisan showdown.  No humility. No seriousness. No sense of gravity, and zero concern plus complete disdain for the victims. When elected officials start behaving like performers instead of public servants, it’s not just embarrassing. It’s dangerous. Then another story broke that could’ve sent shockwaves through Washington. A grand jury was actively weighing potential sedition charges tied to sitting U.S. senators after a political firestorm erupted over a controversial video. That is the level this has reached. Sedition charges against sitting U.S. senators. And in a rare display of backbone, several Republicans joined Democrats to block an effort that would have handed Donald Trump greater control over tariff authority.  Lawmakers didn’t just debate it. They stopped more power from landing in the hands of one president. These aren’t isolated moments. They’re warning signs. The system is being stress-tested in real time, and the people inside it are showing exactly who’s willing to hold the line and who isn’t. There comes a point where watching isn’t enough. Where outrage isn’t enough. Where simply talking about what’s happening in this country stops being acceptable. If you’re tired of watching this country get pulled apart and you’re ready to stand for something instead of just posting about it,  Join WOLF We Oppose Lawless Fascism. JoinWOLF.org Become a part of the movement.  Become a founding member. AWorldGoneMadPodcast@gmail.com

    22 min

  8. FEB 7

    Trump Posts Racist Garbage, He Is Unfit for the Presidency. Enough!

    SEND ME A TEXT MESSAGE NOW A moment on social media involving Donald Trump is now driving a national conversation about leadership, judgment, and the responsibilities that come with presidential power.  In this episode, I examine the fallout after a controversial post from Trump triggered immediate backlash and raised serious questions across the political spectrum. This is not about noise or the daily churn of outrage. It’s about what happens when a single decision reverberates far beyond a screen and into the broader civic climate.  I step back from the headlines to look at why this moment surrounding Donald Trump is resonating so deeply and why many believe it signals something larger about the state of American politics. This crosses the line into pure bigotry. When expectations for those in power collide with behavior that sparks public reaction, the country is forced into an uncomfortable but necessary conversation.  Are our standards shifting? Are we becoming desensitized? And what does accountability really look like in an era where every post can carry enormous weight? I explore how incidents like the one involving Trump shape public trust, influence political temperature, and test the guardrails that have historically defined the presidency.  This isn’t about scoring points. It’s about examining the consequences of leadership in real time and asking the questions a healthy democracy should always be willing to confront. At a time when emotions run high and reactions travel fast, clarity matters more than ever.  This episode invites you to pause, think critically, and consider what kind of leadership the country expects moving forward. Stay skeptical. Question everything. And most of all, stay alert. If you care, and if you’ve enjoyed my podcast, I can use your help in several ways: Please Email me and let me know you’re there:  WolfPackTalks@gmail.com I also talked about the major financial upheaval that my girlfriend and I are going through. If you can, and you would like to help… Support link Here https://gofund.me/18cf67fe4 AWorldGoneMadPodcast@gmail.com

    15 min
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A Progressive Liberal News PodcastVeteran Television, and Radio Broadcaster Jeff Alan Wolf offers his Observations on the issues (many issues) of the week with a fearless liberal bent.  His solid delivery, and dry common sense approach sets him apart from other liberals that populate Talk and Commentary Podcasts” Jeff Does NOT Pull Punches. He does NOT Make comments that are “SAFE”. He tells the Truth.  (He Tells It As He Sees It) He Is Very OPINIONATED! He says the things Out Loud YOU’RE already thinking. Jeff is Unfiltered, Unspun, A little Unhinged, but offers a lot of Common Sense. This Podcast could make you MAD. This Podcast could make you SMILE. Regardless, it WILL make you THINK!

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  • Creator
    Jeff Alan Wolf
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    212
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 A WORLD GONE MAD
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