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The Fireside
Fireside Crew
94 episodes
3 hours ago
đŸ”„ The Fireside Show is where unfiltered conversation meets the madness of modern times. Hosts John and Steve break down world events, pop culture, conspiracy theories, and media manipulation with humor and insight. From history’s biggest cover-ups to today’s political chaos, nothing is off-limits. Expect candid discussions, unexpected revelations, and the kind of truth you won’t hear anywhere else. Pull up a chair, grab a drink, and join the fire. đŸ”„ #Unfiltered #TheFiresideShow
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đŸ”„ The Fireside Show is where unfiltered conversation meets the madness of modern times. Hosts John and Steve break down world events, pop culture, conspiracy theories, and media manipulation with humor and insight. From history’s biggest cover-ups to today’s political chaos, nothing is off-limits. Expect candid discussions, unexpected revelations, and the kind of truth you won’t hear anywhere else. Pull up a chair, grab a drink, and join the fire. đŸ”„ #Unfiltered #TheFiresideShow
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$45M Information War: Israel Pays Google to Deny Gaza Famine

Why is Israel spending millions in the U.S. when public opinion is shifting? This documentary analysis connects the rhetoric of U.S. elites to the hard financials of a state-sponsored PR campaign. We track the strategic $45M Google ad contract aimed at controlling the narrative around Gaza, Ukraine, and other global crises.

We dissect the unprecedented strategic response to a major diplomatic crisis. The conversation begins with former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton’s explicit concerns over narrative control on social media, linking her analysis to the crucial distinction of US taxpayer funding—$25 Billion sent to one conflict versus others like Ukraine, Sudan, or the situation in Venezuela and the Congo. We then dive into the $750M budget approved by Finance Minister Smotrich and its centerpiece: a $45 million contract with Google and YouTube to run ads specifically aimed at denying the Gaza famine.

We investigate the documented facts that drive this strategic campaign:

  • The Data Failure: We cite Pew Research data showing 59% of Americans now hold an unfavorable opinion of the Israeli government—the core reason for the PR blitz.

  • The Diplomatic Ploy: We expose the Friends of Zion Ambassador Summit, where over 1,000 Christian leaders were trained as "ambassadors" in cooperation with the Israeli Foreign Ministry, featuring controversial rhetoric from the U.S. Ambassador (known for meeting with Jonathan Pollard).

  • The Policy Risk: We analyze the historical link, tracing rhetoric from Osama bin Laden and Ramzi Yousef that explicitly cited U.S. support for Israel as a motivation for terror attacks, showing how U.S. policy in one region affects global security and crises from Venezuela to the Congo.

This isn't spontaneous support; it's a strategically funded effort to regain control over the digital conversation. As the data proves, behind the rhetoric, the Information War is being fought with commercial contracts. We conclude with Tom Perez’s powerful statement: "Budgets are moral documents."


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14 hours ago
1 hour 31 minutes 55 seconds

The Fireside
#94 - Psychology of Disinformation: Analyzing Strategic Provocation, Political Conflict & Crisis Narrative

Episode Focus: The Psychology of Disinformation and Narrative ControlThis episode moves beyond surface-level media reports to conduct a rigorous, EDSA-compliant analysis of how high-stakes, unverified claims and geopolitical maneuvers shape public perception and regulatory responses. We treat these controversial subjects as case studies in narrative engineering.Segment I: Political Narratives and Strategic ProvocationWe dissect the surrounding narratives of alleged threats against Candace Owens and the implications of the DC National Guard shooting. This includes investigating the suspect's background in CIA-backed foreign units (KSF/Zero Units) and discussing the political theory of strategic provocation—the intentional creation of a threat to justify a predetermined policy goal (e.g., increased domestic surveillance or foreign intervention).Segment II: Resource Control and Crisis NarrativesVenezuela Analysis: We investigate the geopolitical incentive drivers behind US posturing toward Venezuela, analyzing the historical context of the alleged "Cartel of the Suns" and resource control (oil/banking) versus official narratives (drugs/democracy).The Challenger Theory: We pivot to a sociological and psychological analysis of crisis events by examining the persistent Challenger disaster doppelgĂ€nger narrative. We analyze why these theories—involving claims of identity duplication and coincidental names—gain traction and persist in public memory, challenging the official Rogers Commission Report.Compliance & Sourcing Note: This discussion focuses on the legal, sociological, and historical context of public narratives. We ensure comprehensive coverage by discussing the factual basis of intelligence operations (Iran-Contra), documented disaster reports (NASA), and official statements, while analyzing the claims made in the public sphere. Viewers are encouraged to consult authoritative sources such as CRS Reports and academic studies on policy incentives.

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6 days ago
1 hour 36 minutes 54 seconds

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#93 - Trump, Epstein & The Plot To Silence Candace Owens

The leaked texts are worse than anyone expected.
Epstein’s network, Bill Barr’s daughter, alleged blackmail attempts on Candace Owens — and the media is quiet.
In this episode, we break down the connections they don’t want you asking about.

Today we dig into newly surfaced messages suggesting coordinated efforts to target multiple people for blackmail, including Candace Owens. We revisit the long trail of Epstein’s intelligence ties, Donald Barr’s role in Epstein’s early career, the CIA/Israel overlaps, and why so many governments and agencies would prefer this story stay buried.

We also look at Trump’s relationship to these networks, how foreign influence threads through U.S. politics, and why key figures like Mark Levin, Mike Huckabee, and Ehud Barak keep showing up in the background. Whether you agree or disagree with Candace Owens, the bigger question is: Why is there a coordinated effort to silence her at all?

From Project Veritas’ report to the hidden players behind the Epstein files, this episode pulls together the details mainstream outlets avoid, using documented history, public records, and leaked communications.

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1 week ago
46 minutes 29 seconds

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#92 - Epstein’s Network Uncovered — And Why Mexico Looks Like a CIA Op

In today’s episode, we break down the two biggest stories nobody is connecting: the Epstein network finally being exposed and the explosive Mexico protests that are starting to look like a CIA-style operation.

We cover what’s inside the new Epstein files, why certain names keep disappearing, how political elites responded, and what these leaks reveal about long-running intelligence networks, foreign influence, and hidden power structures.

Then we dive into Mexico’s sudden nationwide uprising — the protests, the violence, the government response — and why the patterns match classic CIA playbook tactics, from color-revolution strategy to NGO funding to astroturf movements.

Is this organic unrest? A cartel backlash? Or a coordinated intelligence push to destabilize Mexico’s leadership?

We explore:

  • Epstein’s network of politicians, billionaires & intelligence ties

  • Why both Democrats and Republicans fear a full Epstein release

  • How the DOJ, CIA, and media are framing the leak

  • The “color revolution” pattern showing up in Mexico

  • Whether U.S. agencies are influencing Mexico’s protests

  • The connection between cartels, corruption, and foreign policy

  • Why these two global stories might be linked

If you’re interested in geopolitics, intelligence agencies, corruption, deep-state operations, Epstein files, CIA history, cartel power, Mexico politics, or global power structures, this episode breaks it all down without the corporate media filter.

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3 weeks ago
58 minutes 46 seconds

The Fireside
#91 - Inside the Propaganda Network Controlling Your Feed

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You think you’re scrolling freely — but what if every post, trend, and headline in your feed was carefully engineered to shape what you believe?

In this episode, we go inside the propaganda network — the mix of intelligence agencies, tech companies, and media outlets quietly coordinating the flow of information online. From algorithmic censorship to “fact-checking” operations backed by billion-dollar interests, this is the unseen system deciding what you see (and what you don’t).

đŸ”č How modern propaganda hides behind “trusted sources”
đŸ”č The invisible partnerships between Big Tech and government
đŸ”č Why psychological operations have moved from the battlefield to your phone
đŸ”č How AI is weaponizing influence faster than regulation can keep up

If you’ve ever felt like the internet suddenly turned against common sense, this will explain why.

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4 weeks ago
1 hour 18 minutes 4 seconds

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#90- Telepathy, Charlie Kirk Revelations & a Commie In NYC

In this episode of Show 90, we dive into three explosive stories shaking very different worlds — from psychic research to political reality:

🧠 Telepathy Tapes II — New Findings
What new experiments are reviving the decades-old CIA obsession with remote viewing and psychic communication? We break down the latest evidence and what it could mean for science — and belief.

⚖ The Charlie Kirk Case — Hidden Motives or Media Theater?
We unpack the court filings, the timeline, and why this case is triggering questions far beyond partisan headlines.

đŸ—łïžÂ Zohran Mamdani Elected in NYC — A Political Shake-Up
Inside the upset election that’s sending ripples through New York politics — and what it reveals about the next generation of power players.


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1 month ago
1 hour 33 minutes 6 seconds

The Fireside
#89 - Project Bluebeam, Protest Theater, and the War You Can’t Believe

From Project Bluebeam to No Kings Day protests and the rise of AI-generated war propaganda, this week’s fireside dives straight into the chaos.

We unpack how a 90s conspiracy about fake alien invasions might feel eerily relevant, why protest culture has become more performance art than politics, and how truth itself is dissolving in the age of synthetic news and digital wars.

Plus: the world’s dumbest smart idea — “No Murder Week.”

đŸ”„ Grab your tinfoil, your coffee, and your common sense — it’s another world-on-fire episode of The Fireside.

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1 month ago
1 hour 28 minutes 1 second

The Fireside
#88 - Nothing Online Is Real Anymore (and That’s the Point)

What’s real anymore?
From AI-generated ads using celebrity faces, to doctored political videos, to entire wars fought through propaganda — the line between truth and illusion has officially vanished.

In this episode, we break down how deepfakes, media manipulation, and algorithmic chaos have turned reality into a product. From Jake Paul selling his digital likeness to AI, to fake news about world events, and the dark incentives behind modern media, it’s not just misinformation — it’s monetized confusion.

We also dive into the latest global tension points — the Israel–Gaza crisis, AI propaganda, and the eerie rise of false-flag paranoia — and ask the question nobody wants to answer: what happens when truth stops paying?

đŸ‘ïžâ€đŸ—šïžÂ Topics covered:

  • Jake Paul’s AI deal and the future of “digital souls”

  • Deepfakes, fake ads, and algorithmic lies

  • Why propaganda works better than ever

  • The blurred line between free speech and manipulation

  • How fear keeps us scrolling

đŸŽ™ïžÂ Show 88 – Nothing Online Is Real Anymore (and That’s the Point)
💬 Comment below: what’s one “real” thing you still trust online?

#AI #Deepfakes #Media #Misinformation #Podcast #Truth #JakePaul #Israel #Propaganda #RealityCheck


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1 month ago
1 hour 4 minutes 29 seconds

The Fireside
#86 - TikTok Just Became A Weapon. Here’s How

TikTok isn’t just an app anymore—it’s a battleground. From governments fighting over ownership to influencers being pulled into propaganda campaigns, TikTok is shaping wars, elections, and public opinion in real time.

In this episode, we break down:

  • How TikTok is being used as a weapon of influence

  • What’s really behind the U.S. push to force a sale

  • Why “neutral” platforms never stay neutral in conflict

  • The playbook no one wants you to see

This isn’t about dances—it’s about power, control, and the fight for your attention.

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2 months ago
1 hour 13 minutes 45 seconds

The Fireside
#85 - Candace, Cameras & the Kirk Timeline

Candace, cameras, and a timeline that doesn’t add up. In today’s episode, we dive deep into the Charlie Kirk case and uncover what’s missing, from surveillance footage that vanished to conflicting eyewitness accounts.

What did Candace really see? Why was one camera taken down right after the shooting? And how does this reshape the timeline everyone thought was solid? We break down the claims, the contradictions, and the clues that mainstream coverage isn’t connecting.

đŸŽ„ Topics covered:

  • The missing camera angle no one explains

  • Candace’s overlooked account

  • How the Kirk timeline is being re-written

  • Why this detail matters more than people realize

If you’re following the Charlie Kirk case, this is the update you can’t skip.

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2 months ago
1 hour 30 minutes 6 seconds

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#84 - The Truth About What Happened To Charlie Kirk

On September 10th, conservative leader Charlie Kirk was assassinated , but the official story doesn’t add up. In this episode, we dig into the FBI’s conflicting statements, strange Discord messages, and the suspicious evidence that has fueled conspiracy theories across the country.

What really happened that night? And why are so many details being buried?

We break down:

  • The timeline of the Charlie Kirk shooting

  • FBI contradictions and unanswered questions

  • Online chatter that could change the narrative

  • The growing suspicion of a cover-up

This isn’t just a news story , it’s a moment that could shape the future of American politics.

Watch until the end and decide for yourself: Are we being told the full truth?

What do YOU think really happened? Drop your thoughts below.
Like if you want more deep dives.
Subscribe so you never miss the truth.

#CharlieKirk #FBI #CoverUp #Conspiracy


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2 months ago
1 hour 48 minutes 24 seconds

The Fireside
#83 - The Truth About Venezuela’s “Drug Boat” Strike


This week’s episode goes off the rails:

  • Did the U.S. really bomb a “drug boat” off Venezuela
 or was it about oil?

  • The wildest Jeffrey Epstein twist yet (was he actually an FBI informant?).

  • A woman stabbed on the light rail.

  • And yes
 Smoke-Eating Spider-Man.

We break it all down with humor, skepticism, and a little too much honesty.

If you’re into geopolitics, conspiracy theories, and WTF news stories , this one’s for you.

Drop your thoughts in the comments: Do you think the Venezuela strike was about drugs
 or something bigger?

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3 months ago
1 hour 12 minutes 15 seconds

The Fireside
#82 - The Secrets They Don’t Want You to Hear

In this episode of The Fireside Show, John and Adam dive into the stories the media glosses over—and the ones they’d rather you ignore. From backroom political deals to the tech that’s quietly rewriting the rules of power, we break down the hidden forces steering the world. Expect sharp takes, bold questions, and zero sugar-coating.

If you’ve ever wondered who really benefits when chaos breaks loose—or why the “official story” never seems to add up—this one’s for you.

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3 months ago
1 hour 41 minutes 58 seconds

The Fireside
#81 - From Satan to Cyber War: The World’s Strange Reality

We start with the bizarre conspiracy that Taylor Swift might actually be the reincarnation of Zeena LaVey, daughter of the Church of Satan’s founder. From there, the conversation spirals into Hollywood’s obsession with self-worship, Trump’s strange Alaska meeting with Putin and Zelensky, and the not-so-subtle F-35 flyovers.

But it doesn’t stop there, we break down the terrifying reality of cyber warfare, from Israel’s Stuxnet virus to Russia and China hacking America’s grid. Then we zoom out to the “Dead Internet Theory,” bot armies shaping public opinion, and Gavin Newsom trolling MAGA on X.

Conspiracies, geopolitics, and digital warfare — this episode has it all.

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3 months ago
1 hour 15 minutes 1 second

The Fireside
#80 - Why ‘Safety’ Costs Your Freedom

Adam and John dig into the week’s chaos with a firefighter’s bluntness and a skeptic’s eye. We open on Trump’s DC power grab and what “for your safety” really means when armored solutions roll onto Main Street. Then we zoom out—15-minute cities, the 50s–60s deep-state origin story, AI the military had yesterday, and why your hospital bill reads like a prank. Plus a little vertical ventilation talk for the hose-draggers in the back.

What’s inside:

  • DC “law and order” on steroids: Bondi over MPD, Guard troops, and the homeless as a prop.  

  • 15-minute cities and soft control—convenience dressed up as compliance. 

  • The rabbit hole that always ends in the ‘50s/‘60s: CIA, Mossad, JFK, MK-Ultra—and why so much is only surfacing now.  

  • ARPANET to AI: if the public gets it today, what did DoD have decades ago? 

  • Healthcare insanity: $42k bills, 47-cent invoices, and a system that treats symptoms, not people.   

  • Vertical ventilation: quick hits from the fireground. 

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3 months ago
55 minutes 22 seconds

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#79 - Trump’s Desperate Epstein Cover-Up Exposed

John and Adam peel back the layers of Trump’s biggest blindspot: the Epstein files. From secret documents to political fallout, they unpack how every distraction, insult, and conspiracy theory was a smokescreen and what it means for America’s trust in its leaders. Tune in for hard-hitting analysis, unexpected twists, and a healthy dose of skepticism. Don’t miss this deep dive into the scandal they thought you’d forget.

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4 months ago
30 minutes

The Fireside
#78 - He Survived a Grizzly Bear Attack

What would you do if a 800-lb grizzly charged you from 10 yards 
 and your 10 mm jammed?
In this heart-stopping video I break down every second of my encounter: the panic, the prayers, and the split-second decision that saved my life. You’ll learn:

  • How a simple gear check could’ve made all the difference (spoiler: I skipped it 🙈)

  • Why mindset matters more than firepower when your back’s against the wall

  • The one trick I use now to stay ready—because I refuse to get out-matched again

Think you’ve got what it takes to stare down a charging bear? Hit PLAY and see why trusting your training—and maybe a little luck—can turn the tide

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4 months ago
49 minutes 32 seconds

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#77 - Trumps Epstein Disaster

In this week’s episode of The Fireside Show, We peel back the curtain on one of the most baffling cover-ups in recent memory: the missing Epstein client list.

‱  No List, No Justice: Three months after Pam Bondi claimed to have “thousands of videos” and a client roster sitting on her desk
 crickets. Where did it go, and who made it vanish? 
‱  Lost Footage & Guard Gaps: The DOJ/FBI insist they reviewed 10 hours of cell-block camera video—until we learn the tapes were recorded over. How do you loop out the one thing you don’t want anyone to see? 
‱  Blackmail Olympics: From Trump’s off-hand remark that “he’s on the list” to Maxwell’s defiant courtroom protests, discover why the world’s most powerful figures have gone radio-silent
 and why that silence should terrify you.
‱  Diddy’s Dirty Distraction: Just as Epstein evidence evaporates, Sean “Diddy” Combs celebrated lathered in baby oil after fending off human-trafficking charges—five counts boiled down to two convictions, three mysteriously dropped. Was this splashy spectacle engineered to divert our attention from the real cover-ups?

Join us as we connect the dots between missing evidence, disappearing victims, high-profile distractions, and the people in power who still refuse to come clean. By the end, you’ll know exactly why the Epstein cover-up should scare you.

đŸ”„Â Listen now and hit subscribe—because if we don’t demand the answers, who will?

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5 months ago
46 minutes 42 seconds

The Fireside
#76 - How MAGA Influencers Are Selling You a War

In this adrenaline-soaked episode of The Fireside Show, John and Adam suit up (SCBA optional) and dive headfirst into chaos:

  • Bombs over Iran: A late-night B-2 strike (plus Tomahawks from submarines) masquerading as “diplomacy”—we unpack why surprise bombing runs aren’t exactly peace talks and question who’s really pulling the strings.

  • Media & Influence Warfare: From MAGA influencers flip-flopping on war to “hot chick” Fox pundits forcing binary thinking—learn how you’re being played and what questions you should be asking.

  • Nuclear Deterrents & Tulsi’s Warning: What 60% uranium enrichment really means, why a gun-and-bullets analogy might be more accurate than you think, and the elite’s underground bomb shelters.

  • Celebrity DoppelgĂ€ngers Conspiracy: Because after war talk, you need a bizarre rabbit hole—explore the uncanny lookalikes of historical figures and Hollywood elites.

No fluff, no agenda—just raw conversation to help you think for yourself. Strap in and keep your eyes open.

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5 months ago
50 minutes 51 seconds

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#75 - Israels Unthinkable New Capmaign

In this explosive episode of The Fireside Show, John and the crew rip into the chaos surrounding Israel’s bombing of Iran, exposing the recycled fear-mongering, regime change talking points, and media manipulation driving the war drums. From Netanyahu’s broken record on Iran’s “imminent nuke” to Trump’s 11D chess routine and the suspiciously synchronized TikTok influencers, nothing is off-limits. We also dive into the shady protests, foreign funding, media theatrics, and whether we’re all just NPCs in a live-action propaganda game.

đŸ”„ Real talk. No filter. No team sports. Just questions you’re not supposed to ask.

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5 months ago
59 minutes 29 seconds

The Fireside
đŸ”„ The Fireside Show is where unfiltered conversation meets the madness of modern times. Hosts John and Steve break down world events, pop culture, conspiracy theories, and media manipulation with humor and insight. From history’s biggest cover-ups to today’s political chaos, nothing is off-limits. Expect candid discussions, unexpected revelations, and the kind of truth you won’t hear anywhere else. Pull up a chair, grab a drink, and join the fire. đŸ”„ #Unfiltered #TheFiresideShow