Provoked with Darryl Cooper and Scott Horton

Darryl Cooper and Scott Horton

"Provoked" features Scott Horton and Darryl Cooper exploring the psychology of conflict and how ordinary people become participants in cycles of violence.

  1. 15H AGO

    EP:34 - Nixon, Epstein, & the Ayatollah

    Darryl Cooper & Scott Horton delve deeper into the Epstein files and their ramifications. They begin by discussing Nixon's impeachment, highlighting his conflicts with military and intelligence. They draw parallels to today’s politics, particularly surrounding Trump, and discuss the recent Epstein file disclosures, revealing elite corruption and calling for accountability. This episode emphasizes the need for vigilance against ongoing political corruption. 0:39 Impeachment Provocations and Nixon's Legacy 1:33 Nixon's Grand Jury Testimony Uncovered 5:20 The Deep State's Role in Nixon's Downfall 10:10 Nixon's Character and the Military's Reputation 17:25 Shifting Focus: Epstein's Dark Secrets 19:30 New Revelations and Historical Context 27:26 The Implications of Epstein's Network 39:20 The Need for Credibility in Investigations 44:02 Disturbing Allegations: A Mother's Pain 48:27 Eric Prince and the Shadowy Connections 50:08 The Terrifying Escape 51:50 Shifting Focus to the Ayatollah 53:35 The Iranian Standoff 55:56 Nuclear Weapons and National Sovereignty 1:01:09 Israeli Concerns and Regional Power 1:05:26 The Israeli Political Landscape 1:08:42 Super Chats and Special Offers 1:10:40 Tax Planning and Financial Advice 1:13:54 Pizza Gate and Absurd Claims 1:18:01 The Nuclear Weapon Debate 1:21:15 U.S.-Russia Relations and Agreements 1:37:42 Wrapping Up the Discussion (Cleaned up w/ the Podsworth app. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podsworth.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) Provoked show site: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://provoked.show⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Darryl's links: X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@martyrmade⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://subscribe.martyrmade.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Scott's links: X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@scotthortonshow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://scotthortonacademy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://libertarianinstitute.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://antiwar.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://scotthorton.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://scotthorton.org/books⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.scotthortonshow.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    1h 40m

  2. FEB 7

    EP:33 - Epstein's World

    Darryl Cooper & Scott Horton break down the contents of the latest Epstein files releases with special guest Saagar Enjeti from Breaking Points, examining the moral decay within government and other power structures and advocating for accountability, urging listeners to confront these truths and continue pushing for transparency and justice. Chapters: 1:10 Release 2:17 Public Outrage and Accountability 4:08 The Power Nexus Revealed 6:20 Epstein's Role in Global Affairs 7:58 The Lottery and Influence 9:28 A Different Moral Code 12:05 The Dynamics of Elite Power 15:54 The Implications of Silence 17:25 Epstein's Intelligence Connections 18:25 The Spider's Web 21:40 Money Laundering and Power 24:54 A Culture of Impunity 28:59 The Nature of Elite Criminality 33:13 Ghislaine Maxwell's Knowledge 36:36 The Cover-up Mechanism 38:11 The Complexity of Intelligence 41:15 The Shift in Perception 42:41 Circumstances of Epstein's Death 45:55 The Dark Side of Power 48:25 The Price of Silence 49:59 The Illusion of Accountability 53:50 Russian Connections and Influence 57:07 The Supremacy Complex 59:59 Public Perception vs. Reality 1:03:52 The Exploitative Reality 1:07:26 The Hidden Hand of Power 1:09:50 The Fall of Empires 1:13:29 Closing Thoughts and Reflections (Cleaned up w/ the Podsworth app. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podsworth.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) Provoked show site: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://provoked.show⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Darryl's links: X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@martyrmade⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://subscribe.martyrmade.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Scott's links: X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@scotthortonshow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://scotthortonacademy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://libertarianinstitute.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://antiwar.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://scotthorton.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://scotthorton.org/books⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.scotthortonshow.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    1h 17m

  3. FEB 3

    EP:32 - Iranian Ultimatum

    Scott Horton & Darryl Cooper analyze rising US-Iran tensions amid increased naval activity in the Persian Gulf. They discuss military preparedness, the implications of conflict, and the influence of domestic opinion on foreign policy, urging a diplomatic approach to avoid escalation & ensure thoughtful decision-making. Chapters: 0:35 Latest on Military Movements 5:28 Tomahawk Missile Capabilities 11:26 The Role of F-18s 18:33 Potential Consequences of Conflict 23:54 Iran's Defense Systems 29:21 The Political Landscape in Iran 35:59 Understanding Iranian Protests 44:29 Changing the Subject 46:42 Epstein Files Discussion 53:47 Minneapolis Police Issues 1:03:01 Long-Term Immigration Reform 1:06:51 The Future of Immigration Policy **** The discussion kicks off with scrutiny of the significant naval assets being sent into the region, with Horton sharing insights into the operational capabilities of the destroyers stationed there. He & Cooper unpack the complexity of military preparedness and the unpredictability of conflict, highlighting that although it may appear that the U.S. military is poised for action against Iran, the actual firepower at its disposal may not be as formidable as perceived. The two hosts express concern over the implications of a military strike, questioning what the US aims to achieve and whether the Trump administration is considering the consequences of provoking a nation armed with sophisticated weaponry. Horton & Cooper weave historical context into their analysis, reflecting on past military engagements and the lessons that may be applicable today. They underscore the risks of assuming that a full-scale war would be a quick and decisive victory for the US, instead cautioning that Iran’s military capabilities, particularly its advanced air defense systems like the S-300 and S-400, could significantly complicate any military action. The discussion touches on the potential for widespread regional instability should conflict erupt, emphasizing the unpredictable nature of war and potential repercussions for both allies and adversaries. Transitioning to political dynamics, the hosts emphasize the precarious link between U.S. foreign policy and domestic public opinion. Horton highlights the historical pattern of military action influencing electoral outcomes and how the current situation requires careful navigation to avoid backlash from the American populace, who largely oppose another entanglement in the Middle East. They critique the messaging surrounding the U.S.-Iran relations, suggesting that the narrative is often driven by political gain rather than a genuine pursuit of peace or stability. Horton & Cooper next discuss deeper philosophical implications, exploring how the ideological stance of US leaders affects international relations. They probe the complexities of rational decision-making in a crisis, emphasizing that decisions driven by political pressures often overshadow strategic considerations. They express concern that the path towards escalation seems predetermined, raising alarm about the dangers of miscalculation and potential for unintended consequences. In closing, the hosts call for reflection on the motivations behind U.S. actions abroad & reiterate that the shared interest should ultimately be de-escalation and diplomacy. (Cleaned up w/ the Podsworth app. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podsworth.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) Provoked show site: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://provoked.show⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Darryl's links: X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@martyrmade⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://subscribe.martyrmade.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Scott's links: X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@scotthortonshow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://scotthortonacademy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://libertarianinstitute.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://antiwar.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://scotthorton.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://scotthorton.org/books⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.scotthortonshow.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    1h 15m

  4. JAN 24

    EP:31 - Middle East Wars & Prospects for More

    Darryl & Scott discuss. Plus: Joseph Solis-Mullen on Trump's economic record after a year of his second term. **** Scott Horton and Darryl Cooper dissect the rhetoric around Donald Trump and his Davos speech. Joined by economist Joe Solis Mullen, they analyze the troubling state of the American economy, focusing on soaring national debt and the struggles of younger generations facing an "economic holocaust." Darryl offers insights into the deteriorating relations between Saudi Arabia and the UAE, linking these geopolitical tensions to U.S. foreign policy. (Cleaned up w/ the Podsworth app. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podsworth.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) 👉 Subscribe for more honest, unfiltered conversations that push past the noise. 🔹 No safe spaces. 🔹 No corporate filters. 🔹 Just raw, informed, and fearless conversation. Provoked show website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://provoked.show⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Darryl's links: X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@martyrmade⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://subscribe.martyrmade.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Scott's links: X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@scotthortonshow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://scotthortonacademy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://libertarianinstitute.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://antiwar.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://scotthorton.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://scotthorton.org/books⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.scotthortonshow.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4904399580430336

    1h 32m

  5. JAN 12

    EP:30 - The Wars Abroad & the War at Home

    Scott & Darryl discuss the shooting of a citizen in her car by ICE agents in Minneapolis on January 7, Trump's unilateral military strike on Venezuela on January 3, including the capture of President Nicolás Maduro, Trump saying, "We're going to run the country" of Venezuela indefinitely going forward, and escalating protests across Iran: will they lead to revolution? **** Darryl Cooper and Scott Horton examine the simultaneous conflicts unfolding domestically and internationally. They tackle pressing issues surrounding law enforcement, immigration policies, and military actions, emphasizing how political allegiance shapes narratives and moral perspectives. The conversation begins with a stark analysis of the recent ICE shooting in Minneapolis, showcasing the polarized reactions from both the left and right. Darryl shares his dismay at how human lives are often devalued in the name of political narratives, stressing the exacerbation of societal unrest stemming from such incidents. He critiques the militarization of policing in America, likening police actions to soldiers in combat rather than community protectors. Transitioning to international affairs, Scott and Darryl shed light on U.S. interventionist policies in Venezuela, scrutinizing the broader implications for all the normal people affected by such geopolitical maneuvers of their governments. They draw parallels between domestic and foreign conflicts, highlighting the troubling trend of dehumanization as a means of justifying violence from both sides of the political spectrum. As the episode unfolds, they confront the desensitization to violence within contemporary discourse, urging listeners to recognize the essential humanity behind the statistics and political debates. The dialogue culminates in a poignant reminder of the impact of violence on individuals, advocating for genuine compassion and reflection amidst a increasingly fractured political landscape. This thought-provoking episode serves as both a critique and a call to action for unity and empathy in the face of ongoing societal divisions. 0:00 Intro 1:00 The Wars Abroad and The War at Home 18:14 The Minneapolis Shooting Incident 25:56 The Militarization of Law Enforcement 40:40 The Impact of Dehumanization 51:57 The Venezuela Situation 1:06:29 The Threat of War with Iran (Cleaned up w/ the Podsworth app. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podsworth.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) 👉 Subscribe for more honest, unfiltered conversations that push past the noise. 🔹 No safe spaces. 🔹 No corporate filters. 🔹 Just raw, informed, and fearless conversation. Provoked show website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://provoked.show⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Darryl's links: X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@martyrmade⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://subscribe.martyrmade.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Scott's links: X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@scotthortonshow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://scotthortonacademy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://libertarianinstitute.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://antiwar.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://scotthorton.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://scotthorton.org/books⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.scotthortonshow.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4904399580430336

    1h 14m

  6. JAN 3

    EP:29 - Bombing Iran Again?!

    In this episode, Scott Horton and Daryl Cooper dissect the intricate geopolitical tensions surrounding Iran as the specter of American military intervention looms large. Their conversation opens with a focus on recent protests in Iran, examining how mainstream media's enthusiastic endorsement of revolution contrasts sharply with the realities of the region’s deep economic strife and dissatisfaction. As they explore the potential for U.S. involvement, they draw critical parallels to devastating interventions in Libya and Syria, prompting a discussion on the cycle of violence and instability that often follows foreign meddling in sovereign nations. They highlight how U.S. foreign policy has evolved into a militarized approach that neglects the nuances of local dynamics and the complex relationship between the Iranian government and its citizens. The duo critiques the narratives perpetuated by Western media, underscoring the dangers of framing interventions as altruistic endeavors rather than acknowledging the potential for chaos and division that such actions may create. Horton and Cooper emphasize the necessity of historical awareness and accountability, warning against the repetition of past mistakes by subsequent generations. Concluding the episode, they advocate for a discerning approach to understanding liberation movements versus colonialism disguised as humanitarian aid, urging listeners to remain critically engaged with the narratives that shape public perception. Their insightful dialogue underlines the importance of fostering genuine human rights advocacy without unwarranted interference in other nations’ affairs, resonating powerfully amidst contemporary global uncertainties. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 1:00 Introduction to the Iranian Revolution 2:13 Protests and Potential Outcomes 3:35 The Cost of Intervention 6:23 America's Historical Patterns 10:21 Consequences of Regime Change 16:49 The Dilemma of War Predictions 19:37 Infiltration and Information Warfare 21:35 The Role of External Forces 26:02 The American Response to Intervention 30:56 Domestic Perspectives on Foreign Affairs 36:45 Propaganda and Public Perception 40:16 The Narrative of Fear 47:09 The Complexity of Immigration Issues 52:07 The Politics of Public Relations 56:50 Cover-Ups and Conspiracy Theories 1:03:35 Speculations on Motives 1:12:16 Conclusion and Upcoming Content (Cleaned up w/ the Podsworth app. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podsworth.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) 👉 Subscribe for more honest, unfiltered conversations that push past the noise. 🔹 No safe spaces. 🔹 No corporate filters. 🔹 Just raw, informed, and fearless conversation. Provoked show website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://provoked.show⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Darryl's links: X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@martyrmade⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://subscribe.martyrmade.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Scott's links: X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@scotthortonshow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://scotthortonacademy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://libertarianinstitute.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://antiwar.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://scotthorton.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://scotthorton.org/books⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.scotthortonshow.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4904399580430336

    1h 19m

  7. 12/29/2025

    EP:28 - Christmas Special

    In this episode, Darryl Cooper and Scott Horton delve into the poignant themes of the Christmas Truce of World War I, juxtaposing lighthearted holiday greetings with a profound exploration of humanity amidst warfare. Darryl recounts the extraordinary event in December 1914 when German and British soldiers emerged from their trenches to celebrate Christmas together, sharing stories of caroling and spontaneous soccer games that defied the brutal backdrop of conflict. As the discussion unfolds, they reflect on the deeper implications of this moment, illustrating how it highlights the futility of war and the manipulation by leaders that transformed comrades into enemies. Scott and Darryl engage in a historical analysis of how this act of collective dissent resonated throughout the remainder of the war, subsequently influencing global geopolitics, including the rise of fascism. They urge listeners to recognize the essential role of unity and dissent against militarism, drawing parallels to contemporary struggles for peace and justice. Closing with festive wishes, they underscore the importance of shared humanity and vigilance against the machinations of war, making this episode both thought-provoking and hopeful. 0:00 Intro 1:44 The Christmas Truce Explained 7:29 Stories of Humanity in War 10:38 The Reality Behind the Truce 12:57 Reflections on the War's Impact 17:03 Historical Context of the Truce 19:16 The Rise of Nationalism and Conflict 29:46 Aftermath and Ethnic Cleansing 37:24 The Suicide of Western Civilization 38:41 Economic Factors in the Wars 41:18 The Role of Ideologies 43:45 Lessons from History 46:41 Current Events and Reflections 1:01:52 Closing Thoughts on the Year (Cleaned up w/ the Podsworth app. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podsworth.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) 👉 Subscribe for more honest, unfiltered conversations that push past the noise. 🔹 No safe spaces. 🔹 No corporate filters. 🔹 Just raw, informed, and fearless conversation. Provoked show website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://provoked.show⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Darryl's links: X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@martyrmade⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://subscribe.martyrmade.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Scott's links: X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@scotthortonshow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://scotthortonacademy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://libertarianinstitute.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://antiwar.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://scotthorton.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://scotthorton.org/books⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.scotthortonshow.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4904399580430336

    1h 4m

  8. 12/21/2025

    EP:27 - The USS Liberty & Ben Shapiro

    Darryl Cooper & Scott Horton dissect Ben Shapiro's most recent attack on Tucker Carlson and Ben's weaselly political maneuvering. They discuss the escalating tensions between the US and Venezuela, fueled by Trump’s statements, stressing the importance of fact over speculation and the need for public dissent against foreign interventions like this one. They also touch on media manipulation and the Trump administration's detachment from public sentiment. Reflecting on the Christmas Truce of World War I, they champion unity among diverse groups who oppose militarism despite differences on other issues. Widespread public dissent remains a powerful tool against the regime, which thrives on public ignorance, apathy, and docility... so join us in taking the White Pill this Christmas, realizing that we the dissidents are gaining ground, and keep on fighting the good fight with us. Chapters: 0:00 Opening Remarks & Addressing Rumors 3:19 Clarifying Misunderstandings 5:21 Hearsay and Speculation 6:58 Military Insights 8:30 Changing Media Dynamics 12:20 The Power of Public Opinion 15:33 The War in Ukraine 17:12 Exploring Historical Contexts 20:45 Ben Shapiro's "Critique" 26:50 The USS Liberty Incident 37:00 Eyewitness Accounts 44:26 The Aftermath of Secrecy 48:38 Ben Shapiro's Role in Politics 54:49 Christmas Truce Discussion (Cleaned up w/ the Podsworth app. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podsworth.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) 👉 Subscribe for more honest, unfiltered conversations that push past the noise. 🔹 No safe spaces. 🔹 No corporate filters. 🔹 Just raw, informed, and fearless conversation. Provoked show website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://provoked.show⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Darryl's links: X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@martyrmade⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://subscribe.martyrmade.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Scott's links: X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@scotthortonshow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://scotthortonacademy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://libertarianinstitute.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://antiwar.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://scotthorton.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://scotthorton.org/books⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.scotthortonshow.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4904399580430336

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