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Thomas Karat
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SaltCubeAnalytics offers a critical examination of today's most urgent geopolitical issues, featuring insights from academics, diplomats, and intelligence professionals who challenge the mainstream narrative. Hosted by a behaviour analyst, this podcast delves into complex topics such as the Israel-Palestine conflict, the war in Ukraine, and the pervasive influence of institutionalised propaganda in Western media. Our speakers aren't afraid to question the status quo, providing a deep, nuanced analysis that cuts through the noise. Join us for thought-provoking conversations that reveal the realities behind the headlines and expose the power structures shaping global events.

  1. Iran, Gaza, and the West: Yassamine Mather on the Politics Nobody Dares to Discuss

    DEC 18

    Iran, Gaza, and the West: Yassamine Mather on the Politics Nobody Dares to Discuss

    🔥 Oxford Academic and Iranian Scholar Yassamine Mather takes us deep into the political, historical, and personal terrain behind today’s Iran. And she does it with a clarity and honesty that’s almost disarming. T:his was one of the most surprising and revealing conversations I’ve recorded this year. At one point she casually mentions volunteering for a covert mission in Iran—setting up an underground, anti-government radio station for the fedayeen in the mountains between Tehran and Kurdistan. She tells it as if it were nothing. It’s not nothing. It’s the kind of story that stops you in your tracks. 🎓 Based at the University of Oxford, Yassamine brings decades of political analysis, activism, and academic work into the room: • the inner logic of the Iranian state• the failures and fractures of the opposition • the West’s selective outrage• the left’s internal contradictions • why revolutions rarely deliver what people expect • and how exile shapes a political mind And beyond the politics, this conversation shows you the person: sharp, thoughtful, funny, and carrying more history than she lets on. We even walked through Oxford afterwards—her university access opening doors to places you almost never get to see. It adds something intimate to the whole encounter. 🔔 If you want more interviews like this, make sure to subscribe and hit the bell—though, given the shadow-banning on this channel, I can’t promise YouTube will notify you. Still, it helps. 📝 Also: I just released my analysis of Trump’s National Security Strategy (Nov 2025) on Substack.It’s… something you have to read to believe. A genuine eye-opener.→ https://karat.substack.com Further Links: US Ambassador Chas Freeman: https://youtu.be/SiMUmasmulE Aarnon Milchan, Hollywood billionaire and Super Spy: https://youtu.be/fjy55BS6Y5k Noam Chomsky: https://youtu.be/vNCcbrqM4ks Inside Trump’s 2025 Blueprint for War with China: https://karat.substack.com/p/inside-trumps-2025-blueprint-for?r=1fs9b Time Stamps: 00:00 Intro 03:20 Who is Yassamine Mather 10:00 Shah Reza Pahlavi 15:50 The consequences of taking out Mosaddegh 28:15 The Iraq Iran war 36:10 Jimmy Carters Hostage crisis 39:30 Regime change 41:55 Taking out Iran Proxies 49:45 Killing the negotiators 54:15 Is Irans nuclear project dead 01:09:45 What comes after the mullahs 01:18:45 Can BRICS protect Iran 01:32:55 Can Iran hurt Israel 01:39:20 A radio station in the mountains Send us a text Don't forget to follow or subscribe to our Podcasts on your favorite platform so you never miss an update. If you loved it, leave us a review and let us know what you think! You can follow us on YouTube, Twitter (X), TikTok, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and many more.

    1h 50m
  2. Trump’s National Security Strategy 2025: A Blueprint for Global Control?

    DEC 11

    Trump’s National Security Strategy 2025: A Blueprint for Global Control?

    What happens when a superpower writes a national security strategy that sounds less like policy and more like a blueprint for running the world? In this video, I break down the 2025 U.S. National Security Strategy — the tone, the psychology, the imperial reflexes hidden in plain sight — and why Europe, Asia, and the entire international system should be paying close attention. 🇺🇸 We look at how the document: Talks at the world rather than to it Uses the word “want” 47 times,  Revives the Monroe Doctrine as the “Trump Corollary” Frames Europe as pliable, frightened, and financially useful Pulls the entire planet into a U.S.–China confrontation Treats sovereignty as optional for others and automatic for itself 🇪🇺 And we examine why Europe should be alarmed:From Germany’s economic dilemma to NATO’s escalating demands, the document positions Europe not as a partner but as a resource — strategically, financially, and psychologically. 🌍 The global risk?If this becomes normal, every major power will start writing strategies like this. And that’s how international law collapses into a free-for-all of competing empires. If you want the deeper dive — the linguistic fingerprints, the psychological seams, the reactions from European governments and far-right parties — you’ll find the full written analysis on my Substack. It’s worth your time. 🔗 Read the full investigation:https://karat.substack.com 🔔 Subscribe for more critical geopolitical analysis, investigative interviews, and breakdowns the mainstream won’t touch. Send us a text Don't forget to follow or subscribe to our Podcasts on your favorite platform so you never miss an update. If you loved it, leave us a review and let us know what you think! You can follow us on YouTube, Twitter (X), TikTok, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and many more.

    17 min
  3. Jewish Anti-Zionist Holocaust Survivor Speaks Out: Agnes Kory on Gaza Genocide and Holocaust

    DEC 10

    Jewish Anti-Zionist Holocaust Survivor Speaks Out: Agnes Kory on Gaza Genocide and Holocaust

    A Jewish anti-Zionist Holocaust survivor speaks out — and she does so with a clarity and moral weight that few living voices can match.In this rare, unscripted interview, Dr. Agnes Kory reflects on her childhood during the Holocaust and draws unsettling, deeply personal parallels to what she describes as the genocide unfolding in Gaza today. This conversation is not academic. It’s lived experience confronting present violence. Agnes talks about the moment she began questioning the narratives she grew up with, how she ultimately changed her mind about Israel late in life, and the heavy price she paid for doing so — friendships lost, students turning away, entire communities closing their doors. Yet she speaks without bitterness. Only honesty. 🔥 In this interview:•  🕯️ How a Holocaust survivor interprets the Gaza genocide•  🔥 The historical parallels she sees — and why they disturb her•  💬 Why she openly opposes Zionism today•  💔 The personal cost of changing her mind after a lifetime of belief•  ❤️‍🩹 Her ongoing health struggles after surviving cancer and living with a pacemaker. 🎻 The role of art, memory, and conscience in moments of extreme political violence. This is a conversation for viewers who can sit with complexity, follow difficult thoughts, and stay with someone who moves between eras without warning. Agnes doesn’t simplify. She refuses to. And that refusal is what makes this interview so important. 👇 For deeper analysis, expanded reflections, and related investigations:📬 Join me on Substack — https://karat.substack.com - that’s where the layers I can’t cover here are opened up properly. Further Links: Rima Tarazi, Music in Hell: https://youtu.be/yjYw7nA67iI Prof. Omer Bartov: https://youtu.be/SeAY3PthXoE Rich Forer, former AIPAC: https://youtu.be/9hQ7x9QBwOs Prof. Avi Shlaim: https://youtu.be/F2-Fl-9ocMQ Prof. Benny Morris: https://youtu.be/IYq7sy9h074 Prof. Haim Bresheeth: https://youtu.be/g-I8X-9gy4A Tantura Survivor: https://youtu.be/odTzMZmHhPY Nurit-Peled Elhanan: https://youtu.be/Wrqp6rMEV9s Rami Elhanan: https://youtu.be/0L7Ue1bLn3o Time Stamps: 00:00 Intro 04:40 Who is Agnes 20:55 The road to Genocide 40:25 How to escape hate 51:35 October 7th 01:00:00 Understanding Holocaust 01:13:30 Brainwashing and Propaganda 01:28:20 The Media 01:33:00 The cause of Evil 01:42:20 Jeremy Corbyn 01:49:40 The last battle Send us a text Don't forget to follow or subscribe to our Podcasts on your favorite platform so you never miss an update. If you loved it, leave us a review and let us know what you think! You can follow us on YouTube, Twitter (X), TikTok, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and many more.

    2h 3m
  4. How To Spot Zionist Propaganda, with Dr. Susan Jakob

    DEC 4

    How To Spot Zionist Propaganda, with Dr. Susan Jakob

    If you think propaganda is something you would notice, this interview will change your mind. Today we dismantle the quiet machinery of political language—how governments, media, and corporations weaponise words to steer perception, manufacture consent, and make entire populations believe they arrived at someone else’s conclusions all on their own. We uncover why the most effective propaganda is the kind that hides inside “common sense,” how framing shapes what societies accept as reality, and why linguistic manipulation has replaced brute force as the preferred tool of modern power. Together with my guest  @DrSusanJakob   we go deep into the architecture of persuasion, the psychology of deception, and the rhetorical tricks embedded in speeches, headlines, and national narratives.  If you want to understand not just what you’re being told but why it’s being told that way, this conversation takes you right into the operating room of political influence. 👉 Susans Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DrSusanJakob  🧠 Join me on Substack: https://karat.substack.com 👉 Further links:  Piers Robinson: https://youtu.be/7Skk7KCevxQ Analysing Headlines: https://youtu.be/f5th9B4vFnA Charlie Kirk: https://youtu.be/a7tF8RRdowk Omer Bartov: https://youtu.be/SeAY3PthXoE Noam Chomsky: https://youtu.be/vNCcbrqM4ks Benny Morris: https://youtu.be/IYq7sy9h074 Two Wars One Lie: https://karat.substack.com/p/two-wars-one-lie Time Stamps: 00:00 Intro 03:45 Who is Dr. Susan Jakob 06:40 Propaganda 12:20 Life in Canada 18:30 Murdered and missing indigenous women 20:25 The hidden power of words 32:50 Deradicalisation 41:20 Israele Arabs 50:50 The two state solution 01:05:20 The UN stabilisation force 01:07:25 The right to self defense 01:19:05 The right to exist 01:27:50 The Israel Palestine conflict Send us a text Don't forget to follow or subscribe to our Podcasts on your favorite platform so you never miss an update. If you loved it, leave us a review and let us know what you think! You can follow us on YouTube, Twitter (X), TikTok, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and many more.

    1h 36m
  5. "Heads of State" Action Movie Packed With NATO Propaganda You Never Noticed!

    DEC 2

    "Heads of State" Action Movie Packed With NATO Propaganda You Never Noticed!

    What if the "funniest" movie you watched this month was also the most effective piece of propaganda you’ve seen in years? In this video, I break down Heads of State — yes, the John Cena / Idris Elba buddy-comedy — and show you why it’s not just slapstick chaos but a surprisingly sophisticated delivery system for NATO-friendly messaging. The film name-drops NATO 22 times, frames the alliance as a moral protagonist, and even slips in speeches that sound like recycled press releases from Brussels. And that’s not an accident. Because once you look at who produced the movie — Amazon, the same Amazon whose AWS division runs cloud infrastructure for {🛰️} NATO and the U.S. security apparatus — the entire project starts to make a lot more sense. This breakdown digs into how entertainment has become a frontline tool in modern cognitive warfare — not by telling you what to think, but by shaping how you interpret the world before you even realize it. From feel-good heroism to subtle villain archetypes, from fear-priming to “protection from manipulation” messaging, Heads of State uses humor to slip ideology past your defenses.  It’s propaganda wrapped in punchlines. I also connect this strategy to {📘} Zbigniew Brzezinski’s “titytainment” concept, NATO’s own documents on cognitive warfare, and the broader shift toward narrative-driven influence operations. This isn’t theory — it’s happening right in front of you. 🔍 Full Receipts, Documents & Funding PathwaysIf you want the complete exposé — with names, documents, internal strategies, AWS ties, and the influencer-payoff parallels (yes, including the $150k/month operations) — the full investigation is on my Substack: https://karat.substack.com 🎥 What You’ll Learn in This Breakdown:• Why NATO is practically a supporting character in this “comedy”• How entertainment bypasses your cognitive defenses• Why 2025 is the perfect moment for military-aligned messaging• Amazon’s strategic incentives behind producing this film• How humor is weaponized to deliver ideological payloads• Why this fits the classic model of affective warfare• And why it works, even when you’re laughing. If this analysis resonates — or even irritates you in a productive way — subscribe, like, share, or leave a comment. Independent channels covering this material are swimming through algorithmic concrete, and every interaction genuinely helps. Thanks for watching — and next time a comedy starts talking like a government, maybe keep one eye open. Join me on Substack: https://karat.substack.com Send us a text Don't forget to follow or subscribe to our Podcasts on your favorite platform so you never miss an update. If you loved it, leave us a review and let us know what you think! You can follow us on YouTube, Twitter (X), TikTok, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and many more.

    15 min
  6. 9/11 Revisited: A Firefighter’s Story That Could Change Everything

    NOV 26

    9/11 Revisited: A Firefighter’s Story That Could Change Everything

    In today’s interview, I sit down with Erik Lawyer, a former firefighter, first responder, and founder of Firefighters for 9/11 Truth — one of the most prominent voices calling for a re-examination of the events surrounding the September 11 attacks. Erik brings something few others can: firsthand experience, technical understanding of building failures, and a rare level of professional courage. In this conversation, we break through the noise and look at what Erik and thousands of firefighters, engineers, and investigators have identified as unanswered questions about the collapse of the World Trade Center towers — and why those questions still matter more than ever today. We cover:• What Erik witnessed as a firefighter responding to major structural incidents• The moment he realized the official narrative didn’t fit the evidence• Why so many firefighters believe the investigation into 9/11 was fundamentally incomplete• The science behind controlled demolitions, free-fall collapses, and explosive residue• The emotional and psychological toll on first responders who dared to speak out• Why the push for a new, independent investigation has only grown stronger This is not about partisan politics. It’s not about conspiracy for conspiracy’s sake. It’s about truth, accountability, and respect for the people who died — and the people who risked everything trying to save them. If you value critical thinking, open inquiry, and evidence-based analysis, this is an interview you do not want to miss. For deeper research, documents, and extended commentary, join me on Substack, where the conversation continues without censorship or algorithmic throttling: 👉 https://karat.substack.com 👉 Further Links: Firefighters for 9/11: https://www.911firefighters.org/about Calling out Bravo 7: https://www.911firefighters.org/watch-calling-out-bravo-7 Richard Gage, Engineers & Architects for 9/11: https://youtu.be/q1DSNS3YX-U Dr. Daniele Ganser: https://youtu.be/DoTUFeKZB5A Dr. Piers Robinson: https://youtu.be/7Skk7KCevxQ PAPA: https://www.protectingall.org Send us a text Don't forget to follow or subscribe to our Podcasts on your favorite platform so you never miss an update. If you loved it, leave us a review and let us know what you think! You can follow us on YouTube, Twitter (X), TikTok, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and many more.

    1h 2m
  7. Are Fact Checkers Really Fact-Checkers...or Something Else?

    NOV 25

    Are Fact Checkers Really Fact-Checkers...or Something Else?

    Fact-checkers aren’t neutral and not independent.They’re not referees.And they’re definitely not here to “protect” you. In this investigation, I break down how Western “fact-checking” has quietly merged with NATO’s cognitive-warfare strategy — a system that targets public perception as a battlefield. We go into the doctrine, the networks, the money, and the soft-power ecosystem behind it all. From the National Endowment for Democracy (NED) — the U.S. government’s velvet-glove influence machine — to the EU’s East StratCom, the Atlantic Council’s DFRLab, and the Pentagon-linked Graphika and Moonshot teams, this is the infrastructure that decides what you’re “allowed” to believe. And as if that wasn’t enough, we look at Israel’s Esther Project — a covert influencer operation paying up to $150,000/month to slip propaganda between latte art, skincare routines, and makeup tutorials. That’s not accidental. That’s cognitive warfare in its purest form. If you’ve ever wondered why certain narratives get labeled “misinformation” the moment they threaten geopolitical interests, this video lays out exactly how the machine works — step by step, without euphemisms. 👇 Full investigation with sources, documents, and receipts (The long-form exposé includes names, funding trails, and the architecture behind the “truth-management” industry.) 📝 Substack: https://karat.substack.com  👇 Watch the full breakdown of Israel’s Esther Project 🎥 YouTube: https://youtu.be/nZ_My5eg9_4 If this video gave you something to think about — a spark, an irritation, a raised eyebrow — then liking, commenting, and sharing helps a lot. This channel operates under constant visibility throttling, so every bit of engagement makes a real difference. Send us a text Don't forget to follow or subscribe to our Podcasts on your favorite platform so you never miss an update. If you loved it, leave us a review and let us know what you think! You can follow us on YouTube, Twitter (X), TikTok, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and many more.

    21 min
  8. Tucker Carlson, 9/11, and the Media Cover-Up — Piers Robinson Explains What’s Really Going On!

    NOV 21

    Tucker Carlson, 9/11, and the Media Cover-Up — Piers Robinson Explains What’s Really Going On!

    You have been lied to! Thanks to Tucker Carlson 9/11 is back in the news. Join us for a uncompromising interview with Dr. Piers Robinson — an academic whose work sits at the intersection of media studies, propaganda research and the enduring legacy of 9/11. Over the next hour we dig deep into how mainstream media framed 9/11, how state and corporate actors shaped the information environment, and why many questions remain unasked. 📌 In this conversation we cover: * How Piers’ research on the ‘Propaganda Studies’ field challenges conventional assumptions of news-media independence.  * The mechanics of wartime propaganda: how governments, intelligence services and corporate media collaborate to manufacture consent.  * Why 9/11 functions as a “structural deep event”  — an event so momentous it resets the political/media terrain for years.  *What this history means for today’s media-ecosystem, disinformation-waves and our ability to ask hard questions. 🔍 Whether you’re sceptical of the official narrative, curious about media power, or committed to understanding what lies beneath public discourse — this interview will challenge, provoke and deepen your understanding. 🎙 Guest Bio – Piers RobinsonPiers Robinson is British, holds a PhD in political communication, and served as a lecturer at universities including University of Sheffield. He is co-director of the Organisation for Propaganda Studies and Research Director at the International Center for 9/11 Justice. His work has stirred controversy for its forensic approach to how media, war and power interact. 🧠 Why this matters nowNearly a quarter century after 9/11, the media-state nexus has only grown more complex. As disinformation, strategic communications and state influence campaigns proliferate, revisiting how the media responded to historic turning points is essential. This interview isn’t just about 9/11 — it’s about our society’s capacity to question the frame before the facts. 👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, hit the bell icon, and drop your questions in the comments. We’ll pick a few for a follow-up Q&A. 👉 Resources & further reading: Piers' website: https://piersrobinson.com 9/11 Justice: https://ic911.org/ On Substack: How America Highjacked the Global Media:  https://karat.substack.com/p/the-americanisation-of-news?r=1fs9b The Incestuous Relationship Between TikTok, Oracle & The Pentagon: https://karat.substack.com/p/the-incestuous-relationship-between Who Benefitted from John F. Kennedy's Assassination? https://karat.substack.com/p/who-benefitted-from-john-f-kennedys NSPM-7 How Trump Has Criminalised Your Thoughts!https://karat.substack.com/p/wrong-beliefs-prepare-for-detention Interviews: Prof. David Miller: https://youtu.be/eePwCnA_Fyw Richard Gage, founder of engineers and architects for 9/11 truth: https://youtu.be/q1DSNS3YX-U Dr. Daniele Ganser: https://youtu.be/DoTUFeKZB5A Col. Larry Wilkerson: https://youtu.be/swc9TyPdku4 Jeffrey Sachs: https://youtu.be/JqU2Cb0HUcc Ray McGovern: https://youtu.be/K9z4loXcZvY James Bamford: https://youtu.be/sTwgzGedPFUJam Patrick Lawrence: https://youtu.be/LFGEIsNcWZ8 Noam Chomsky: https://youtu.be/QplHaF4Ii_Y Israeli S Send us a text Don't forget to follow or subscribe to our Podcasts on your favorite platform so you never miss an update. If you loved it, leave us a review and let us know what you think! You can follow us on YouTube, Twitter (X), TikTok, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and many more.

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SaltCubeAnalytics offers a critical examination of today's most urgent geopolitical issues, featuring insights from academics, diplomats, and intelligence professionals who challenge the mainstream narrative. Hosted by a behaviour analyst, this podcast delves into complex topics such as the Israel-Palestine conflict, the war in Ukraine, and the pervasive influence of institutionalised propaganda in Western media. Our speakers aren't afraid to question the status quo, providing a deep, nuanced analysis that cuts through the noise. Join us for thought-provoking conversations that reveal the realities behind the headlines and expose the power structures shaping global events.

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  • Creator
    Thomas Karat
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    117
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2025 SaltCubeAnalytics
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