Focal Point

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In a landscape saturated with directives, Focal Point prioritizes discussions over dictation. The show’s mission is to present diverse perspectives on hot topics and current events, encouraging viewers to form their own opinions. Focal Point is an IRONCLAD Original.

31/10/2025

Mexico Denies CIA’s Secret Role in Drug War — What’s Really Happening?

On today’s episode, Andy and Mike Baker break down Mexico’s president denying a Reuters report on the CIA’s covert role in the drug war. Full Reuters Report: https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/mexico-president-attacks-reuters-report-cias-role-countrys-drug-war-2025-09-12/ Buy Target Intelligence: PSYOP with Shawn Ryan: http://psyopshow.com/ Sponsors: Marek Health Take control of your health today! Head to https://www.MarekHealth.com and use code FOCALPOINT for 10% off at checkout. AmmoSquared Visit https://ammosquared.com/ today for a special offer and keep yourself fully stocked. With over 100,000 members and thousands of 5-star ratings, Your readiness is their mission. DeleteMe Go to https://www.joindeleteme.com/IRONCLAD and use coupon code IRONCLAD, or scan the QR code Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

16 phút
24/10/2025

Airbnb Trafficking Ring Exposed: Inside the Lotto Gang & Human Exploitation in Atlanta

On today’s episode, Andy and Mike Baker uncover the story of the Lotto Gang—a trafficking ring that used Airbnbs to hide victims across borders. Their crimes in Metro Atlanta led to multiple arrests, including a former NFL player. Andy and Mike also explore whether society is becoming increasingly apathetic to these crimes and the challenges of getting involved in suspicious situations. Focal Point is an IRONCLAD Original Buy Target Intelligence: PSYOP with Shawn Ryan: http://psyopshow.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@thisisironclad Marek Health Take control of your health today! Head to https://www.MarekHealth.com and use code FOCALPOINT for 10% off at checkout. AmmoSquared Visit https://ammosquared.com/ today for a special offer and keep yourself fully stocked. With over 100,000 members and thousands of 5-star ratings, Your readiness is their mission. DeleteMe Go to https://www.joindeleteme.com/IRONCLAD and use coupon code IRONCLAD, or scan the QR code Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

18 phút
17/10/2025

REPORT: SEAL Team 6 Operation in North Korea Goes Wrong. What Happened?

On today’s episode, Andy and Stefano Ritondale from @AllSourceNews discuss a reported 2019 SEAL Team 6 mission in North Korea that allegedly aimed to intercept communications from Kim Jong-un—and went dangerously off course. Marek Health Take control of your health today! Head to https://www.MarekHealth.com and use code FOCALPOINT for 10% off at checkout. AmmoSquared Visit https://ammosquared.com/ today for a special offer and keep yourself fully stocked. With over 100,000 members and thousands of 5-star ratings, Your readiness is their mission. DeleteMe Go to https://www.joindeleteme.com/IRONCLAD and use coupon code IRONCLAD, or scan the QR code Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

17 phút
10/10/2025

Tomahawk Missiles to Ukraine: How Close Are We to Escalation with Russia?

On today’s episode, Andy Stumpf and Mike Baker, former CIA operations officer and national security expert, examine the ongoing debate over the potential transfer of Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine and what it means for global security. The conversation explores how these long-range weapons, capable of striking targets deep inside Russia, could change the dynamics of the war and increase the risk of escalation. They discuss President Trump’s cautious approach to the decision, the measured but increasingly tense response from Vladimir Putin, and how this reflects the delicate balance of deterrence and diplomacy. The episode also looks at the limitations of sanctions, the impact of Ukraine’s use of drones on Russian infrastructure, and how China’s involvement complicates the situation further. Through this discussion, Andy and Mike highlight the complexity of modern military aid decisions and the broader geopolitical consequences of each move on the global stage. Focal Point is an IRONCLAD Original Marek Health Take control of your health today! Head to https://www.MarekHealth.com and use code FOCALPOINT for 10% off at checkout. AmmoSquared Visit https://ammosquared.com/ today for a special offer and keep yourself fully stocked. With over 100,000 members and thousands of 5-star ratings, Your readiness is their mission. DeleteMe Go to https://www.joindeleteme.com/IRONCLAD and use coupon code IRONCLAD, or scan the QR code Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

16 phút
03/10/2025

Why the CJNG Cartel Is Stronger Than Ever Despite U.S. Crackdowns

On today’s episode, Andy welcomes back Stefano Ritondale from @AllSourceNews to discuss the dramatic rise in U.S. cocaine consumption and its impact on Mexican cartels. Cocaine use has surged by 154% in western states since 2019, fueling the power of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), led by Nemesio Rubén “El Mencho” Oseguera Cervantes. Despite the Trump administration’s efforts to curb cartel influence through sanctions and the designation of these groups as Foreign Terrorist Organizations, demand for cocaine remains strong, making it the second most trafficked drug into the U.S. after fentanyl. Andy and Stefano explore whether these policy measures truly weaken criminal networks or risk escalating violence and instability across the border. Focal Point is an IRONCLAD Original Marek Health Take control of your health today! Head to https://www.MarekHealth.com and use code FOCALPOINT for 10% off at checkout. AmmoSquared Visit https://ammosquared.com/ today for a special offer and keep yourself fully stocked. With over 100,000 members and thousands of 5-star ratings, Your readiness is their mission. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

21 phút
26/09/2025

Did El Mayo Provide Intelligence for U.S. Strikes in Venezuela?

On today’s episode, Andy sits down with investigative journalist Stefano Ritondale (@AllSourceNews) to discuss recent U.S. military strikes on drug boats off Venezuela’s coast. Intelligence for these operations reportedly came from Sinaloa Cartel leader Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada, who recently cooperated with U.S. authorities. Stefano, who covers Latin American organized crime and U.S. foreign policy, explains the implications of relying on cartel sources for critical intelligence and the connections between Venezuelan and Mexican drug networks. Focal Point is an IRONCLAD Original Marek Health Take control of your health today! Head to https://www.MarekHealth.com and use code FOCALPOINT for 10% off at checkout. AmmoSquared Visit https://ammosquared.com/ today for a special offer and keep yourself fully stocked. With over 100,000 members and thousands of 5-star ratings, Your readiness is their mission. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

21 phút
19/09/2025

ICE Gets Israeli Spyware: Risks to Privacy and National Security

On today’s episode, Andy sits down with former FBI agent Dan Brunner to discuss ICE’s reactivated access to Graphite, an Israeli-made spyware capable of infiltrating phones, reading encrypted apps like WhatsApp and Signal, and even activating microphones. Originally signed under Biden but paused for review, the $2 million contract has raised concern among civil liberties advocates. Critics warn that similar tools have been abused by authoritarian regimes against journalists and activists, highlighting potential threats to democratic freedoms, privacy, and national security. Brunner and Andy explore the risks of such technology and the safeguards that would be necessary to prevent the U.S. from repeating the same mistakes. Focal Point is an IRONCLAD Original Marek Health: Take control of your health today! Head to https://www.MarekHealth.com and use code FOCALPOINT for 10% off at checkout. AmmoSquared: Visit https://ammosquared.com/ today for a special offer and keep yourself fully stocked. With over 100,000 members and thousands of 5-star ratings, Your readiness is their mission. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

15 phút
12/09/2025

Chinese Teams Worked on U.S. Defense Cloud—Now the Pentagon Acts

On today’s episode, Andy sits down with former FBI agent Dan Brunner to discuss the Pentagon’s suspension of a Microsoft program that allowed Chinese coders, under limited U.S. oversight, to work on Defense Department cloud systems. Secretary Pete Hegseth called it a “major security risk” and a “breach of trust.” The DoD is auditing all code written by Chinese nationals, issuing formal concerns to Microsoft, and enforcing new rules to eliminate foreign involvement in critical software. Even if no classified information was exposed, this case highlights the ways foreign actors might gain indirect access to sensitive U.S. infrastructure—and what it means for national security. Focal Point is an IRONCLAD Original Marek Health Take control of your health today! Head to https://www.MarekHealth.com and use code FOCALPOINT for 10% off at checkout. AmmoSquared Visit https://ammosquared.com/ today for a special offer and keep yourself fully stocked. With over 100,000 members and thousands of 5-star ratings, Your readiness is their mission. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

18 phút

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US provided 75% of NATO assets

26/07/2025

Amdyfyn

I coached several amazing young Ukrainian men in American Football while I was teaching in China 2016-21. Thus, my heart seeks to support Ukraine. However, I’m working on my master’s degree in military history I learned that the US provided 75% of assets to NATO prior to Trump’s first term. Now? Only nine NATO members don’t contribute the 2.5% required. That latter percentage might have been raised recently. That being said, this is Europe’s fight and responsibility. Although I’ll do my part by teaching for free in Ukraine next year. But there’s a dichotomy in this conflict for us (US); we should help, but in a much more limited degree and the burden in its whole should be on the shoulders of Europe. And this is coming from a son of a decorated combat aviator who flew 35 B-25 missions to help occupied Europe (until being shot down on his 35th sortie). Hence, my view is torn on the geopolitical issue and our involvement.
Consequential topics

26/12/2024

CrotchetyMtnGuide

Andy and Mike balance each other out well. I appreciate their unique perspectives
Upside down world of right wing drivel

03/12/2024

Gatsby60657

They will talk about walz but not one word about hegseth. Podcast is run by a grifter and now red-pilled Andy.

In a landscape saturated with directives, Focal Point prioritizes discussions over dictation. The show’s mission is to present diverse perspectives on hot topics and current events, encouraging viewers to form their own opinions. Focal Point is an IRONCLAD Original.