Kyle Anzalone Show

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Kyle brings his in depth knowledge of geopolitics twice a week. The Kyle Anzalone Show features guests each week breaking down world conflicts and US foreign policy. Kyle is also the opinion editor of Antiwar.com and a contributing writer at the Libertarian Institute. Produced and Distributed by OMG Media Partners.

  1. 17h ago

    NOLAN DENARO: Trump Must Make a Bad Deal to End the War, Will His Ego Get in the Way?

    Trump says the war is going great and the “bully of the Middle East” is no longer in charge. We’re not buying slogans, so we pull the thread on what “going great” is supposed to mean when U.S. munitions stockpiles are thinning, regional bases are taking hits, and the Strait of Hormuz still looks anything but normal for global shipping. If you care about U.S. foreign policy, oil prices, and the real costs of escalation with Iran, this conversation is built for you. I’m joined by writer Nolan Denaro, whose recent reporting cuts through the talking points. We unpack why polling shows this conflict is wildly unpopular, why there was no serious attempt to “sell” it to the public, and what that says about Washington’s attitude toward consent. Then we get into the human side of it: recruiting, military-age skepticism, and why even loose talk of a draft lands differently when people think the premise is based on provable lies. We also react to Senator Chris Murphy’s blunt case for ending the war even if the only deal available is a bad one. From there, we examine the politics and psychology that keep wars alive: the fear of “losing,” the need to declare victory, and the media ecosystem that keeps promising Iran is always one more round of strikes away from collapsing. Nolan breaks down JD Vance’s Iran war dilemma heading toward 2028, and we close on the way Lindsey Graham’s legacy is being used to justify new sanctions and a new generation of hawkish influence. If this helped you see the narrative machine more clearly, subscribe, share the episode, and leave a review so more people can find the show. Chapter Markers0:00 Coffee Sponsor And Show Setup2:19 Trump’s War Claims Versus Reality4:55 Polls, Propaganda, And Public Anger6:26 Recruiting Slumps And Draft Anxiety8:20 Chris Murphy’s Case For A Deal12:46 Fear, Security Scares, And Escalation14:23 JD Vance’s Iran War Dilemma18:26 Trump’s Quest To Be “Historic”20:21 Fox News Messaging And Trump’s Validation25:01 Lindsey Graham’s Legacy And New Hawks27:36 Where To Follow Nolan And Closing Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

  2. 1d ago

    AMB. CHAS FREEMAN : Will Trump’s Low Key Negotiation Work?

    A threat is not a strategy, and it definitely is not a negotiating position. We sit down with Ambassador Chas Freeman to unpack why talk of “decapitation,” demands for compensation, and shifting US red lines do not move Iran toward a deal, they push everything toward attrition and escalation. Freeman argues credibility is the real currency of diplomacy, and once a country’s signature stops meaning what it says, rivals and allies start planning around that reality. We dig into the memorandum of understanding that was supposed to set basic terms for de-escalation, including constraints on threats, questions around sanctions and frozen assets, and the high-stakes reality of the Strait of Hormuz. Freeman explains why shipping volumes matter to global oil prices and supply chains, and why public claims of US control can backfire when markets and other governments see a different picture on the water. We also talk about practical limits, including munitions shortages and the strain of projecting power far from home. From there, we widen the lens to US reputation with Russia and China, the risk calculus around Taiwan, and the pressure points that shape Washington’s relationship with Israel as Netanyahu signals open defiance on Gaza and disarmament terms. We close by challenging the idea of war reparations in this conflict and what “winning” even means when diplomacy collapses. If you want clearer thinking on US Iran policy, Middle East security, the Strait of Hormuz, and the credibility crisis shaping global politics, listen through and share your take. Subscribe, share the episode, and leave a review so more people can find the show. Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And Stakes Of Diplomacy2:03 Trump Threats And Iran Reality8:25 The Deal Terms The US Violated9:58 Global Fallout When US Word Fails11:47 Navy Strain And Why Time Favors Iran13:49 Netanyahu Defies US Policy On Gaza15:21 Why Washington Cannot Pressure Israel21:25 China Taiwan Risk And 2027 Deadline27:03 Reparations Talk And Who Really Lost29:40 Final Thoughts And Listener Request Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

  3. 2d ago

    LARRY JOHNSON & LtCOL. KAREN KWIATKOWSKI - Trump has LOST and America is Weaker because of it!

    The fastest way to understand a crisis is to stop arguing about talking points and look at what is physically happening. Today we do exactly that with Larry Johnson as LtCol. Karen Kwiatkowski fills in for Kyle, starting with the Strait of Hormuz and the hard question behind every headline: is it actually open, and who controls passage right now? We point listeners to real-time ship tracking, then walk through what the traffic patterns imply for global oil prices, shipping risk, and the credibility gap between public claims and observable reality. From there, we dig into Tehran’s power structure and why personnel moves can change the tone and terms of negotiations. We connect the elevation of tougher security figures to a wider pattern: when moderates are removed, deals get harder, not easier. That sets up a blunt conversation about the MOU that was touted, then abandoned, plus the longer shadow of the JCPOA and how walking away reshapes what Russia, China, and other actors are willing to enforce. The practical takeaway is that “maximum pressure” can end up producing maximum leverage for the other side. We also bring the story home with what families are reporting from US Navy and Marine deployments: supply failures, substandard food, collapsing morale, and the strategic consequences of treating logistics like an afterthought. Finally, we stress-test the idea of bypassing maritime chokepoints with pipelines, including why crude oil is only part of the Persian Gulf export picture when LNG, fertilizer inputs, and helium are on the line too. If this helped you see the Iran-US conflict and energy security with clearer eyes, subscribe, share the episode, and leave a review. What do you think is the most realistic path to reopening the strait without escalating the war? Chapter Markers0:00 Karen Steps In With Larry0:52 Trump Claims Hormuz Is Open3:05 Iran Signals Control Of The Strait5:10 Tehran Promotes A Tougher Hand8:10 A Deal Gets Signed Then Scrapped13:18 War Backlash Hits Politics At Home16:40 Sailors Describe Life On Deployment22:05 Iran’s Online Gatekeeping System25:20 Netanyahu’s Pipeline Pitch Meets Reality30:40 Closing And Tomorrow’s Guest Tease Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

  4. 5d ago

    COL. LAWRENCE WILKERSON : Can Trump Save His Presidency?

    “Golden age” is an easy line to sell. Living through the consequences of a war of choice is harder. We’re joined by Col. Lawrence Wilkerson for a blunt look at where the United States stands as the Iran conflict drags on, and why the economy, the military, and public trust can’t be separated when policy decisions start compounding. We talk through the gap between political messaging and real constraints: munitions shortages, JDAM kit limitations, and a defense industrial base that can’t simply surge precision weapons overnight. Wilkerson explains why rare earth metals and critical inputs like gallium matter for systems Americans hear about every day, including Patriot, THAAD, and HIMARS. When supply chains tighten and tariffs add friction, readiness becomes a spreadsheet problem before it becomes a battlefield problem. If you care about U.S. national security, military readiness, and the US Iran war, this is the kind of nuts-and-bolts discussion that rarely makes the headlines. From there, we widen the lens to Israel, Gaza, and Lebanon, including the internal pressure inside Israel and the risk of escalation if Iran responds with more sophisticated missile capability. We also revisit a key historical comparison: how H.W. Bush used leverage to pressure Israel, and how U.S. politics and campaign money can shape what presidents are willing to do today. If this conversation made you rethink anything, subscribe, share the episode with someone who follows foreign policy, and leave a review so more people can find the show. What’s the most undercovered risk right now: supply chains, escalation, or politics? Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And Week’s Big News1:10 Trump’s “Golden Age” Economy Claim3:05 War With Iran Meets Tariffs Reality6:35 Rare Earths And Weapons Supply Risk12:55 Israel’s Moves And Iran’s Warning17:55 Hypersonic Strikes And Nuclear Fear22:55 Can Trump Save His Presidency24:45 Vance On Israel And US Interests28:35 HW Bush’s Pressure And PAC Power33:05 Munitions Shortages And Carrier Limits34:40 Wrap Up And Subscribe Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

  5. 6d ago

    Nick Cleveland-Stout: Israel’s Scheme to Control AI Is Working, Trump Is Making Millions from War!

    If you’ve ever watched an AI tool answer a complicated question with total confidence, you’ve felt the power problem hiding in plain sight. We sit down with journalist Nick Cleveland-Stout of Responsible Statecraft and Drop Site News to trace how Israeli influence operations are pushing narratives about Gaza directly into the systems people now use as “truth machines,” from chatbots to AI-powered search. We break down the reporting on millions spent to shape chatbot responses, including networks of pro-Israel websites designed to be scraped, cited, and absorbed into training data. Nick explains what he tested, what he found in real chatbot citations, and why “LLM poisoning” matters even when users never click a single link. We also talk about Foreign Agents Registration Act disclosures, why these campaigns target broad public opinion after October 7, and what it means when safeguards seem stronger for some foreign influence efforts than others. Then we zoom out to the broader ecosystem: targeted ad pushes on X, YouTube campaigns with massive view counts, and paid placements that aim to shore up conservative support. To close, we turn to a different kind of influence story with huge stakes, Trump’s reported purchases of defense stocks and the conflicts-of-interest questions that follow when arms makers profit alongside expanding defense budgets and war. Subscribe for more interviews like this, share the episode with someone who relies on AI for news, and leave a review telling us whether you trust AI search results or always check the sources. Chapter Markers0:07 Sponsor Message And Cold Open0:58 Nick Cleveland-Stout Returns3:15 Why Israel Targets The Public6:21 Training AI To Talk Gaza10:33 Proof The Chatbots Cite It12:52 LLM Poisoning And Common Crawl14:10 Russia Filters And Israel Doesn’t20:01 Ads Aimed At Conservatives Online25:23 Trump’s Defense Stocks And Conflicts32:07 Final Takeaways And How To Help Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

  6. Aug 5

    Why Are Progressives Winning Elections? Is Socialism a Threat

    Thanks to our channel sponsor: ExpatMoney.com/Kyle. - get your free Plan B report today. Supporting our sponsors, supports the show. Download your free guide today. ExpatMoney.com/Kyle A progressive primary upset turns into something much bigger when you follow the money and the message. We’re rolling solo and starting with what last night’s results suggest about where U.S. politics is heading: foreign policy is no longer a side issue. When wars drag on, when Israel and Iran dominate headlines, and when voters feel the cost through inflation and gas prices, they vote accordingly. I also unpack why the “jihadist” and “communist” scare talk misses the actual story, and how race-first politics on both fringes poisons any real populist reform. Then we pivot to a story that should be front-page news for anyone who flies. A Wired report points to GPS jamming tests near White Sands Missile Range and how interference can spill hundreds of miles beyond a test site. When multiple aircraft lose GPS at once, pilots and controllers get forced into backup modes under pressure. We talk through the reporting around a civilian medical flight that crashed into a mountain at night after GPS disruption, and why this raises urgent questions about military tech, FAA readiness, and public accountability. From there, we head to the Middle East for a fast-moving update: tanker incidents, reported Iran Oman talks over Strait of Hormuz routing and tolls, and the broader negotiating game between Tehran and Washington. I play a Trump clip on the 2015 Obama Iran nuclear deal and explain why undoing that framework makes any future settlement messier and more dangerous. We close with Gaza, separating talk of Hamas disarmament from the on-the-ground reality of continued territorial control and stated Israeli policy. If you want clear, detailed analysis without the spin, subscribe, share the show, and leave a review so more people can find it. Chapter Markers0:00 Solo Start And The Agenda0:42 Progressive Primary Upsets And AIPAC6:25 Populism, Race, And A New Movement9:41 GPS Jamming And A Deadly Plane Crash12:29 Strait Of Hormuz Deal Talks16:04 Trump Versus Obama On Iran20:56 Gaza Reality Behind Disarmament Claims25:21 Tomorrow’s Guest Plus Closing Notes Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

  7. Aug 4

    LtCOL Karen Kwiatkowski: RUBIO V. Vance: The White House Factions Frustrating Trump?

    Thanks to our channel sponsor: ExpatMoney.com/Kyle. - get your free Plan B report today. Supporting our sponsors, supports the show. Download your free guide today. ExpatMoney.com/Kyle “We don’t want regime change… but the regime has to change.” That line tells you almost everything about how Washington talks itself into bigger wars, and why the US Iran conflict keeps drifting from one stated goal to the next. We sit down with Lt Col Karen Kwiatkowski to sort out what’s real, what’s posturing, and what the incentives look like behind the curtain as Trump alternates between strike threats and sudden stand downs. We dig into the reported faction fight inside the White House between escalation minded voices and officials trying to slow the spiral, plus the hard constraint nobody can spin away: munitions, interceptors, and readiness. Karen explains why regime change is not a strategy, why “opening the Strait of Hormuz” is often used as a slogan instead of an operational objective, and how a lack of cultural and political understanding of Iran leads to reactive decisions that cost lives and credibility. Then we widen the lens to the regional chessboard. If the US is weakened, overextended, and seen as unreliable, who gains freedom of action? We talk about Israel’s incentives, America’s intelligence dependence, and the disturbing report that CENTCOM sought “creative and unconventional” ideas to punish Iran, a sign of strategic confusion rather than serious planning. We also unpack the Pentagon leadership and career pipeline that can reward recklessness while punishing accountability. If you care about US foreign policy, Middle East escalation, national security decision making, and what to watch next, this conversation will sharpen your radar. Subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review with your take: what’s the clearest off ramp from here? Chapter Markers0:00 Rubio And The Regime Change Question4:05 White House Factions And No Strategy9:55 Neocon Gravity And Isolating Dissent15:10 Israel’s Incentives And Regional Expansion21:25 Trump Calls Off Strikes Abruptly25:05 CENTCOM’s Email And Strategic Confusion30:55 Careerism And The Pentagon Leadership Crisis36:35 Trump’s Flip Flops And A Way Out37:55 Closing And Sponsor Message Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

  8. Aug 1

    Loomer Sits Down With Ukraine Neo-Nazi | Are Muslims Taking Over Spain? w/ Craig 'Pasta' Jardula

    Thanks to our channel sponsor: ExpatMoney.com/Kyle. - get your free Plan B report today. Supporting our sponsors, supports the show. Download your free guide today. ExpatMoney.com/Kyle A viral interview raises an uncomfortable question: what does it mean when a high-profile US political influencer sits down with a commander tied to the Azov movement and the “clean up the optics” answer is basically no? We take that clip seriously, not as clickbait, but as a window into how the Ukraine war is sold to the public, how propaganda works when facts are inconvenient, and why the neo-Nazi imagery controversy never actually went away. From there, we pull on a bigger thread that keeps showing up in foreign policy: the push to connect wars into one narrative. We talk about the incentives for Ukraine to tie itself to an Iran-centered conflict, what Israel’s leadership may want, and how US priorities shift when munitions, media attention, and political will are finite. We also dig into the hard part that rarely gets discussed honestly: even if you think a war is provoked or justified, what is the endgame, and what happens to public opinion when strikes land inside Russia? We then pivot to US politics and the pro-Israel lobby ecosystem, reacting to John Fetterman’s meeting with Benjamin Netanyahu and what that symbolism says about party discipline, image management, and who gets rewarded. After that, we highlight journalist Sam Husseini confronting Chuck Schumer, and why real accountability often only happens when someone is willing to get shoved out of the room for asking the question. Finally, we unpack the “Morocco invaded Spain” claim by looking at Ceuta, asylum pathways, Abraham Accords-era leverage, spyware, and how migration routes tie back to destabilization across North Africa and the Sahel. If you care about Ukraine, Gaza, Iran, NATO, and the Israel lobby, this conversation connects the dots. Subscribe, share the show, and leave a review with the part you think the media is getting most wrong. Chapter Markers0:00 Welcome And What We Cover1:20 Loomer Interviews Azov Founder4:37 Linking Ukraine Strikes To Iran7:37 Russia’s Blowback And Endgame Problem15:39 Drone Warfare Rewrites The Battlefield17:16 Plan B Passports Sponsor Break18:50 Fetterman Netanyahu And AIPAC Optics25:37 Schumer Confronted And Press Accountability31:56 Morocco Spain Ceuta And Migration Leverage38:36 Plugs Final Thoughts And Sign Off Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Kyle brings his in depth knowledge of geopolitics twice a week. The Kyle Anzalone Show features guests each week breaking down world conflicts and US foreign policy. Kyle is also the opinion editor of Antiwar.com and a contributing writer at the Libertarian Institute. Produced and Distributed by OMG Media Partners.

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