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In this special episode of Lumumba’s Africa, Professor PLO Lumumba explores the sacrifice of the Soviet people for the salvation of the world from the horrors of Nazi domination. The Soviet Union put up a fight that presented a real challenge for the German war machine, forcing the Nazis to pull troops and tanks off the African front line. We look at how the Soviet victory paved the way for the end of colonial rule in Africa. The victory of the Soviets was not just a victory for the Russians; it was a victory and salvation for Africa as well.

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Trump of course denies it, but in fact the Ukraine conflict is now his war. The fundamental problem facing the American president is that the US is a co-belligerent, making any role as a mediator almost absurd. This is why real diplomacy and negotiations are critically needed.

CrossTalking with Dan Kovalik, Patrik Baab, and Tarik Cyril Amar.

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In this episode of Anupam Kher’s show, Puneet Chhatwal, CEO of Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL), reflects on his career journey, rising through the ranks of European hospitality chains before joining the iconic Taj Hotels. He recalls how his first visit to the Taj Mahal Hotel in New Delhi influenced his path. Chhatwal also discusses the unique culture and emotional maturity in Indian hospitality compared to the West and how Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reshaped global perceptions of India and Indians.

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We had hopes of change, but to no avail. Trump’s so-called diplomacy pitches are in a state of collapse. He is unwilling to end the Ukraine conflict and military action against Iran almost seems inevitable. Meanwhile, we are witnessing the collapse of liberal democracy in Germany.

CrossTalking with Mark Sleboda and George Szamuely.

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On this episode of Going Underground, we speak to Errol Musk, father of Elon Musk. He discusses his son’s purchase of X and his political evolution from a Democrat to becoming a Republican and supporting Donald Trump, Zelensky’s role as a tool of Washington in the proxy war against Russia in Ukraine, his opinions on Vladimir Putin, and why Elon allows the Ukrainian military to use Starlink. He also discusses potential NATO membership for Ukraine being a root cause of the Ukraine proxy war, how Hamas contacted him to request Elon Musk to allow Starlink to operate in Gaza, how the Musk Institute of Science was created, and much more.

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The EU has gone full 4th Reich. Detaining and deporting fantastically intelligent and handsome journalists (and Chay Bowes)

The British aren’t far behind as Starmergeddon rolls in.

The Big Don goes off script, if there were a script in the first place.

Tune in for your weekly dose of clown horror.

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The 80th anniversary of Victory in WWII has made the interplay between history and contemporary politics all the more precarious, leaving some former allies at loggerheads, each celebrating their own truth and fighting their own evil. What does it portend for European security going forward? To discuss this, Oksana is joined by Alexander Hill, a professor of military history at the University of Calgary and a fellow of its Center for Military, Security and Strategic Studies.

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On this episode of Going Underground, we speak to Jimmy Dore, host of The Jimmy Dore Show. He discusses US media coverage of the Gaza genocide and shifting public opinion against Israel, Donald Trump’s censorship at the behest of Israel, the role of Israeli agents in social media censorship, the crackdown against pro-Palestinian journalists and activists in the UK and the EU, why Donald Trump is finding it more difficult to end the Russia-NATO proxy war in Ukraine than he initially thought, Russia’s victory in the war and Zelensky’s unrealistic demands for bringing it to an end, the lose-lose-lose situation the US and EU face, the neocon campaign against Pete Hegseth for opposing a war on Iran, the deindustrialisation of the US as the reason for so many of its problems, and much more.

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This is the score card: Russia and Trump want a resolution to the Ukraine conflict. Kiev and the Europeans don’t. This is where we stand. Ukraine will continue to lose ground and most likely American support. Ukraine is a lost cause. Zelensky has chosen this fate.

CrossTalking with Peter Kuznick, Steve Jermy, and Arnaud Develay.

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In the current episode of Lumumba’s Africa, we dissect the enduring foreign narratives that have framed Africa as a continent perpetually mired in poverty, conflict, and stagnation. Who constructed these myths, and why do they persist? This episode challenges viewers to rethink everything they’ve been told about Africa’s past and present.

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In this episode, Anupam Kher is joined by one of Bharat’s most celebrated character actors, Boman Irani, as he reflects on his mission to break stereotypes in Hindi films. Irani, who started out in Bollywood at the age of 41 after a successful career in theater, talks about the crisis in India’s film industry, explains how growing up in a Parsi household shaped him as a person, and reveals what always draws him back to Bharat.

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Historically, the European continent is well ahead of all others in terms of the number, scale and deadliness of the wars fought on its territory and, until recently, Europe had also been one of the major recipients of the so-called peace dividend — the prosperity and growth that came from managing geopolitical tensions diplomatically. Which way is it likely to lean, now that the West’s latest war for peace project in Ukraine seems to have run aground? To discuss this, Oksana is joined by Ola Tunander, Emeritus Professor at the Peace Research Institute Oslo.

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Is Trump’s plan to end the Ukraine conflict a dead letter on arrival? A ceasefire is not peace. Freezing the conflict does not address security issues. Washington provoked this conflict. This is why Trump’s attempt to mediate is doomed to fail.

CrossTalking with Daniel McAdams, Hall Gardner, and Alexandre Guerreiro.

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In this episode of Lumumba’s Africa, we explore the unfinished revolution of African decolonization – unmasking how the promises of independence were undermined by neocolonialism and the enduring double standards of global power.

From the euphoric dawn of liberation to today’s economic and political struggles, we trace how colonialism never truly ended – it simply changed form.

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In the current episode of Lumumba’s Africa, we delve into one of the most consequential events in African history – the Berlin Conference. This meeting of European powers redrew the map of the continent without a single African voice at the table. Professor PLO Lumumba explores how arbitrary borders, colonial exploitation, and the brutal partitioning of Africa set the stage for decades of conflict, economic disparity, and cultural disruption.

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The new administration in Washington is frustrated. Ending the Ukraine conflict in a day was nothing more than campaign hype, and Trump’s whole approach is flawed. He wants a deal. The Russians want a lasting peace. Thus the impasse. Can Trump simply walk away?

CrossTalking with Ryan Cristian, Thomas Fazi, and Drago Bosnic.

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In this episode, Anupam Kher is joined by renowned Indian designer Manish Malhotra, who shares how he rose from being a costume designer with no formal training to becoming a fashion powerhouse. Malhotra, who has dressed celebrities across the globe — from Bollywood stars to Michael Jackson, Jennifer Lopez, and Ivanka Trump — speaks about the richness of Indian culture and tradition, reflects on how it endured years of colonial rule, and opens up about why he could never see himself living anywhere outside of Bharat.

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Is Trump really prepared to walk away from the Ukraine conflict? What does walking away mean? Does it mean Europe will pick up the slack? We are told Trump isn’t interested in attacking Tehran, at least for now. Will the US finally take ‘yes’ for an answer?

CrossTalking with George Szamuely and Mark Sleboda.

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When Charlie Chaplin started calling for the United States to help the USSR in the war against Nazism, it was the beginning of his downfall. Soon after, he was accused of communist sympathies, the media turned against him, and he was ultimately forced to leave America. Nevertheless, the United States did open up a second front and WWII ended with the defeat of the Third Reich and Imperial Japan. Can that offer any lessons for the present moment in the US-Russia relationship? To discuss this, Oksana is joined by Maxim Suchkov, Director of the Institute for International Studies at MGIMO University.

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Who leads? Who follows? This is often asked about the US-Israel relationship. Do American administrations fight Israel’s wars? Is the Israeli lobby all-powerful? And lastly, is Israel truly an American geopolitical asset?

CrossTalking with David Miller, Marco Carnelos, and Michael Scheuer.

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Inland Visions heads to Suzdal, a town that’s just celebrated its 1,000th birthday! It’s situated not far from Moscow, yet somehow has resisted the gloss of the 21st century and maintains its historic charm. Walk the enchanting medieval streets with a local celeb & guide, climb a church tower for some bell-ringing lessons, and top it all off with a traditional Russian tea ceremony.

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Professor P.L.O. Lumumba looks at how the Mother Continent became caught in the crosshairs of the many western intelligence agencies as they struggled to undermine and halt the rising anti-colonial movements in Africa. Assassinations, political subterfuge, bribes and threats - there has been nothing the Western spies would stop at to prevent the advent of a free Africa.

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Donald Trump likes to refer to himself as a peacemaker. However, how does his record in his second term stack up to this claim? The war in Ukraine continues; Israel’s destruction of the Palestinian people continues. And the jury is still out when it comes to Iran.

CrossTalking with Yves Engler, Johnny Vedmore, and Craig Pasta Jardula.

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In this episode, Anupam Kher is joined by one of India’s most celebrated female athletes, Rani Rampal, as she shares her inspiring journey. Born in Shahabad Markanda, Haryana, into a cart-puller’s family, Rani opens up about overcoming extreme poverty, defying societal expectations and challenging the system; she reflects on the immense pressure of being a star athlete, along with the indescribable pride of representing her country.

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On this episode of Going Underground, we speak to James Galbraith, Co-Author of ‘Entropy Economics: The Living Basis of Value and Production’, and Professor of Government at the University of Texas at Austin. He discusses why the orthodox understanding of economics and markets has been harmful and is not rooted in reality, how the US-UK-EU sanctions on Russia have resulted in the strengthening and transformation of the Russian economy into a business economy, how the Cold War created the current understanding of economics held by Washington and academia, why Trump’s plan to rejuvenate American industry will just lead to private corporations restricting output and increasing prices, why US tech company leaders supporting Trump’s tariffs shows that US technology is no longer number one, the 2008 financial crisis and the decades of deregulation that led to a meltdown of the financial system, why two-party ‘democratic’ systems have hugely benefited the oligarchy, and much more.

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In this episode of Moscow Mules, Chay Bowes and his crew continue to explore the fallout from the World Economic War. We also look at the Ukrainian leadership’s deep dive into imaginary reality interrupted only by their intense lower back pains over Ovechkin’s new world record.

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Ever since the invention of cinematography, celebrity power has been a useful tool for topping not only the box office but also winning viewers’ hearts and minds on issues far beyond the movie’s theme. Should stars involve themselves in politics and how can one tell genuine citizen engagement from a mass influence operation? To discuss this, Oksana is joined by John Abraham, an Indian actor and film producer.

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On this episode of Going Underground, we speak to Prof. Subrata Ghoshroy, science, technology, and society researcher at MIT. He was a whistleblower and former senior analyst at the US government’s Accountability Office. He discusses blowing the whistle in 2006 on the US plan for a conventional laser missile defense system, the main problem with airborne laser systems which has seen it not enter modern warfare, the corruption over missile defense involving Congress and the military-industrial complex, the power of the missile defense lobby over Congress to ensure continuous spending, Russian missile defense systems vs American missile defense systems, Trump’s plan for a ‘Golden Dome’ missile defense system for the US, and much more.

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The Trump administration, along with Israel, clearly appear to be preparing for a showdown with Iran. Essentially, Tehran must surrender its sovereignty or face a massive military attack. Washington is demanding the impossible. Conflict seems inevitable.

CrossTalking with Giorgio Cafiero, Scott Ritter, and Sami Al-Arian.

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In the current episode of Lumumba’s Africa, we delve into the complex and controversial role of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in Africa. While framed as a benevolent force for development, USAID’s programs have often been accused of serving American geopolitical interests rather than Africa’s true needs.

Join us as we uncover the untold story of how American aid reshaped—and in some cases, exploited—the continent.

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In this explosive episode of Lumumba’s Africa, we pull back the curtain on one of the greatest crimes of our time—the plunder of Africa’s vast natural resources. From gold and diamonds to oil, cobalt, and rare earth minerals, the continent holds the keys to global wealth, yet remains trapped in poverty and exploitation.

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Is globalization as we have known it coming to an end? Can Trump’s massive tariff policy reindustrialize America and reinvigorate the west? At this point, it is any one’s guess. One thing is for sure – there will be a lot of pain for a lot of people.

CrossTalking with Michael Hudson, Thomas Palley, and Radhika Desai.

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In this episode, Anupam Kher is joined by lawyer-turned-environmentalist Afroz Shah as he explains how he managed to single-handedly organize the world’s largest beach clean-up at Versova Beach in Mumbai. Shah, who has been battling pollution since 2015, shares how he got people living in slums to use refillable bottles, what a circular economy is, why the West has no right to demand that developing nations go green quickly, and how the problem of pollution ultimately comes down to one person’s choice to litter.

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On this episode of Going Underground, we speak to Tariq Ali, renowned writer, filmmaker and activist, and author of ‘You Can’t Please All: Memoirs 1980-2024’. He discusses how his experiences during the Vietnam War continue to give him hope for today, the crackdown against the pro-Palestinian movements in the US, UK and EU, and how he discovered the British intelligence services were spying on him in the 1990s. He also discusses Donald Trump’s move towards a US-Israeli war with Iran and why he believes that it is to target China, why it will be hard for the West to win a war against Iran, why Gorbachev’s mistakes during the collapse of the Soviet Union are a root cause of the Russia-NATO proxy war in Ukraine, the possibility that Hugo Chavez was assassinated by the CIA, why the US has been against the prospect of a Unified Korean Peninsula and, much more.

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In this episode of Moscow Mules, Chay Bowes and his crew take on the bubble that the global elites live in, as they hope to become immortal while you’re dying in the ditch for their warmongering ambitions; we also hear why this bubble is ready to burst as the globalist system crumbles around us.

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Popular demand for a muscular leader reclaiming the initiative, common sense and national pride appeared long before Donald Trump took his oath of office. In fact, in some countries it’s reached its apogee, producing a long line of geopolitical titans. From Modi to Putin to Xi — how has the arrival of Trump changed big men’s politics? To discuss this, Oksana is joined by Abdul Basit, former High Commissioner of Pakistan to India and former Ambassador to Germany.

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On this episode of Going Underground, we speak to Dr. Mustafa Barghouti, General Secretary and Co-Founder of the Palestinian National Initiative and member of the Palestinian Legislative Council. He discusses Israel’s bloody full resumption of the genocide in Gaza, the plan to ethnically cleanse 2.1 million Palestinians in the enclave, his classification of Netanyahu’s government as fascist, his predictions that the Oslo Agreements would lead to genocide and apartheid against Palestinians today, the role of the BBC and NATO nations’ media in whitewashing Israel’s war crimes, how Gaza and Palestinians exposed the hypocrisy and double standards of the international system and Western governments for the world to see, the potential coming US-Israel war on Iran, and much more.

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It is now a trend – not only in France, but also in Romania, Moldova and even Germany. The populist surge in Europe is being met with establishment lawfare and worse. Democracy is in retreat on the continent. The democracy deficit is only widening.

CrossTalking with John Laughland, Guy Mettan, and Dimitri Lascaris.

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Inland Visions travels deep into Siberia’s vast wilderness to meet the nomadic Khakass people – guardians of traditions that bridge ancient and modern worlds. We step into their universe, where shamans converse with ancestral spirits, throat singers channel the inner voice of the wilderness, and an unbroken connection to nature defies time.

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In this episode of Lumumba’s Africa, we explore the enduring legacy of Bantu Stephen Biko, the visionary leader of the Black Consciousness Movement whose ideas redefined resistance in apartheid South Africa. A stirring tribute to a man who refused to be broken, this episode challenges us to keep the fire of Black Consciousness alive.

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In the current episode of Lumumba’s Africa, we explore the deep and often overlooked ties between Cuba and Africa during the continent’s liberation struggles. From Che Guevara’s military campaigns in the Congo to Cuba’s pivotal role in Angola’s fight against apartheid South Africa, we uncover how a small Caribbean nation became a key ally in Africa’s anti-colonial and anti-imperialist movements.

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Ending the Ukraine conflict was never going to be easy. Donald Trump now realizes how difficult it is to be a mediator while supporting Ukraine. And, if we are to believe the New York Times, this has been an American war from the very start.

CrossTalking with Karen Kwiatkowski, Michael Rossi, and Matthew Ehret.

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In this episode, Anupam Kher is joined by Supreme Court lawyer and politician Jaiveer Shergill as he explains why India will not bow to the West. Shergill, a national spokesman for the ruling BJP, reflects on how the tables of international politics have turned, the role of the Global South in this ongoing shift, and India’s time-tested friendship with Russia. He also shares his views on how, despite years of colonial rule, India has managed to preserve its culture and how being Indian has become a vibe for the younger generation – largely due to the successful policies of the Modi government.

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Europe has lost its collective mind. It talks up a 'coalition of the willing', while blocking any settlement of the Ukraine conflict. And Zelensky descends into literal madness. Meanwhile, Russia eyes the endgame and the return of peace.

CrossTalking with George Szamuely and Mark Sleboda.

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On this episode of Going Underground, we speak to Steve Hanke, co-author of ‘Capital, Interest, and Waiting’ and Professor of Applied Economics at Johns Hopkins University. He discusses the drive by the UK and Europe to remilitarize and why it is doomed to bankrupt already troubled European economies, the concept of waiting as a factor of production, the relationship between the money supply and interest rates, why Trump’s tariffs won’t cause inflation to spike due to the decrease in the money supply, the overall weakness of the US economy, why inflation is a regressive tax on the poor and helps the rich get richer, the biggest contributor to inequality in the US being the Federal Reserve, and BRICS’ rhetoric about a gold-backed common currency but no action to make it happen.

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In this episode of Moscow Mules, we travel to the make-believe reality of Zelensky and his friends in globohomo. We examine how paintings of a burning Kremlin fail to save the burning front lines and the power of Russian necromancers that’s finally being appreciated across the globe, and much more.

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An Indian proverb has it that we can’t change the direction of the wind, but we can adjust the sails. Good navigation skills have always been useful in geopolitics, but in today’s stormy seas, the ability to adjust course seems particularly critical. How do nations manage it? To discuss this, Oksana is joined by Kanwal Sibal, a former foreign secretary of India.

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On this episode of Going Underground, we speak to Miko Peled, Founder of the Palestine House of Freedom and grandson of a signatory to Israel’s creation in 1948. He discusses the full resumption of Israel’s genocide in Gaza, why Israel must be dismantled to end the killing of Palestinians, the Trump Administration’s move towards war with Iran, the Israel lobby’s grip on US foreign policy, and much more.

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The Signal text scandal should signal to all of us that the Trump administration is pursuing an illegal war against Yemen and intends to eventually force regime change in Iran. The US president claims to be a peacemaker while conducting and preparing illegal wars.

CrossTalking with Mohammad Marandi, Omar Nashabe, and Lisa Issac.

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In the current episode of Lumumba’s Africa, we explore Africa’s pivotal role in the Global South - a collective of nations historically marginalized by colonial exploitation and unequal global power structures. From the Bandung Conference to today’s calls for a multipolar world, Africa has been at the heart of movements demanding justice, economic equity, and political self-determination. Join us as we uncover the past, present, and future of Africa’s struggle for true liberation within a changing world order.

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In this episode of Lumumba’s Africa, we delve into the enduring legacy of Oliver Tambo, the quiet revolutionary who became the backbone of South Africa’s liberation struggle. As acting president of the African National Congress (ANC) during its darkest exile years, Tambo’s strategic brilliance, moral clarity, and unwavering diplomacy kept the anti-apartheid movement alive on the global stage.

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On this episode of Going Underground, we speak to Jeffrey Tucker, founder and president of the Brownstone Institute. He discusses why we’re seeing the unravelling of the US empire, which cannot afford to continue fueling new wars and militarization, the looming threat of a US war with Iran and whether Donald Trump is aware of the threat it poses to his agenda, whether Trump’s cabinet picks such as RFK Jr. or Tulsi Gabbard can rein power back in from the deep state, Trump’s forced release of the JFK Files and Washington’s opposition to transparency, Trump’s goal of unravelling the US empire in all parts of the world, Washington’s insatiable appetite for war, the targeting of Elon Musk’s businesses, his role in turning the tide against the legacy media with X, Trump’s ending of the war on crypto, and much more.

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In this episode of Moscow Mules, Chay is traveling to faraway lands and thus in the meantime we decided to present to you our recap of our coverage of the Most Democratic Leader of All Time, The Ruiner of Ukraine, Narcofuhrer of All Wanna-Be-Nazis Vladimir Zelensky. Be advised, cringe is out bounds with this one.

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On the eve of the momentous phone call between President Putin and President Trump, Western media was awash with statements about the geopolitical ball being in the Kremlin’s court. How did the two leaders manage it? And are they and their teams playing the same game? To discuss this, Oksana is joined by Jack Rasmus, author of ‘The Neoliberal Scourge: US Economic Policy from Reagan to Trump’, and professor of economics at St. Mary’s College in California.

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On this episode of Going Underground, we speak to Ambassador Thomas Greminger, executive director of the Geneva Centre for Security Policy and former secretary-general of the OSCE. He discusses the phone call between Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump this week and the ongoing negotiations to end the Ukraine proxy war, Europe’s rearmament and preparations for a direct conflict with Russia which is being called ‘building deterrence’, whether the OSCE is now rendered irrelevant with Europe isolated in the international community, whether Europe will still have to obey Washington’s and Donald Trump’s orders as vassal states, and much more.

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A phone call didn’t end the conflict in Ukraine. But the same phone call demonstrated that indeed diplomacy is back on the agenda. In the end, in order to end the conflict, Russia and the United States must first mend relations. Kiev and the Europeans are furious.

CrossTalking with Garland Nixon, David Oualaalou, and Brian Berletic.

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Inland Visions continues our exploration of the Russian north, and no place embodies the atmosphere of the region better than Vologda, with its unique and beautifully preserved wooden houses, local traditions and crafts. Discover how these centuries-old wooden mansions are restored for modern use, unwind with Vologda’s delicate homemade lace, and experience a high-speed journey through the snow on a real Russian horse troika.

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In this captivating episode of Lumumba’s Africa, we explore Africa’s bold aspirations to conquer the final frontier – space. As the continent continues to rise as a global player, the dream of harnessing space technology for development, innovation, and sovereignty is becoming a reality. This episode delves into Africa’s growing interest in space exploration and the strategic partnership with Russia, a global leader in space technology, to turn this dream into a tangible future.

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In this episode of Lumumba’s Africa, we delve into the life and enduring legacy of Kenneth Kaunda, Zambia’s founding father and one of Africa’s most iconic liberation leaders. His legacy serves as a reminder of the power of visionary leadership and the ongoing struggle for a just and equitable continent. Join us as we honor a man who dedicated his life to the freedom and unity of Africa.

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European leaders have simply gone mad. They are about a negotiated peace in Ukraine; some also appear to be preparing for a future war with Russia. These hawks call it the ‘coalition of the willing.’ Seemingly, the militarization of all things is their solution to all things.

CrossTalking with Nicolai Petro, Brandon J. Weichert, and Stevan Gajic.

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On this episode of Going Underground, we speak to Lord Skidelsky, one of the greatest economic historians of the 21st century and award-winning biographer of John Maynard Keynes. He discusses why the UK’s policy towards Ukraine is a shambles based on lies, Donald Trump’s victory leaving the UK and Europe without a plausible policy for the Ukraine proxy war, why his opinion of opposing Britain’s fuelling of the proxy war is rare in Britain’s political class and the media, and why Britain’s policy has nowhere left to go after climbing the escalation ladder to nuclear war. He also discusses Russia’s consistent opposition to NATO expansion after the collapse of the USSR and the myth that NATO is a purely defensive organisation, as well as the cliche narrative that the Russian invasion of Ukraine was ‘unprovoked’ and ‘full-scale’. Lord Skidelsky also touches on how the UK’s perspective of WW2 skews its policy towards Russia, Sir Keir Starmer’s and European leaders’ move towards military-Keynesianism, the dismissing of nuclear war as simply ‘Putin is bluffing’ by NATO leaders, and much more.

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Vladimir Putin’s delight, glee or satisfaction still seem to be the primary focus of those analyzing Donald Trump’s actions for legacy media but, whether one likes it or not, the last two months have changed the international environment far beyond the Kremlin’s expectations, and Moscow is still trying to find its own way of engaging with the new sheriff in Washington. Can it lead to something genuinely productive? To discuss this, Oksana is joined by John Bolton, a former National Security Advisor under Donald Trump.

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On this episode of Going Underground, we speak to Prof. Charles Kupchan, National Security Council Director for European Affairs under US President Obama and President Clinton, and senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations. In a heated exchange, Afshin Rattansi challenges him on the current massacres in Syria carried out by Ahmed Al-Sharaa/Al Jolani’s allies, the US’ role in supporting Al-Qaeda and its affiliates in Syria, the Maidan coup and his belief that it was a grassroots revolution, Tulsi Gabbard’s characterization of the proxy war as a campaign to destroy Russia and depose Vladimir Putin at the risk of World War III, his assertion that the West went out of its way to prevent the Ukraine proxy war from widening, the neo-Nazis in Ukraine’s military and the bombardment of the Donbass since 2014, his view that China, Iran, and North Korea being on Russia’s side is “not an impressive coalition,” the rise of BRICS and the shift of power to the East and Global South, whether the think tanks can understand the rise of a multipolar world, and much more.

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The Trump administration – with Kiev in tow – has proposed a 30-day ceasefire plan to end the conflict in Ukraine. Is it a good deal? Potentially yes. However, the West must prove it is a trustworthy partner. That’s a tall order.

CrossTalking with Ian Proud, Andrei Telizhenko, and Oleg Voloshin.

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In this episode of Lumumba’s Africa, we delve into the intricate and evolving relationship between Russia and the African continent, exploring the role of Russian soft power in shaping political, economic, and cultural landscapes. From the Cold War era to the present day, Russia’s presence in Africa has been marked by a unique blend of ideological alliances, strategic partnerships, and cultural exchanges.

Tune in for a compelling exploration of history, power, and the enduring connections between Russia and Africa.

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In this episode of Lumumba’s Africa, we delve into the life and legacy of Gamal Abdel Nasser, one of the most influential leaders of the 20th century and a towering figure in the histories of Pan-Arabism and Pan-Africanism. From his rise to power as Egypt’s charismatic president to his bold vision of uniting Africa and the Arab world, Nasser’s story is one of ambition, revolution, and enduring influence. In this episode, Professor PLO Lumumba examines how his policies of nationalization, modernization, and anti-colonialism resonated across Africa and the Arab world, inspiring movements for independence and self-determination.

Tune in to Lumumba’s Africa to discover the indelible mark Nasser left on history and how his legacy continues to shape the world today.

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Ending the conflict in Ukraine was never going to be easy. Donald Trump famously claimed he could end the conflict in a day. To be fair, he never said which day. Nonetheless, Trump has made his intentions clear. The problem for him is that Kiev and Europe’s neoliberal ideologues back endless war.

CrossTalking with Patrick Henningsen, James Jatras, and Matthew Crosston.

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On this episode of Going Underground, we speak to Lt. Col. Anthony Shaffer, Veteran Intelligence Officer of the US Army and member of the Trump 2020 campaign’s advisory board. He discusses how long he thinks Zelensky has left in power in Ukraine, Britain’s plans of deploying troops to Ukraine and Trump’s order to stop intelligence sharing with Ukraine, MI6 and the UK’s role in the Trump-Russia collusion hoax, why Britain and the European Union are ‘on the wrong side of history’ when it comes to Russia and the Ukraine proxy war, Western European countries’ delusional belief that Russia will attack London and Paris, Trump’s cabinet picks to avoid pressure from the deep state and traditional lobbying power centers, his belief in a coming clearing house of the intelligence community, the delay in releasing the Epstein files to the public, and much more.

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Trump has ‘paused’ military aid and intelligence for Ukraine. He has also threatened Russia with new sanctions. Also, is the EU really considering a new arms race? Is it preparing for war against Russia? Does anyone take the Europeans seriously anymore?

CrossTalking with George Szamuely and Mark Sleboda.

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In this episode of Moscow Mules, Chay Bowes and his crew shamelessly revel in the absolute humiliation of the “Churchill of our times” Zelensky (commonly referred to as “Narcofuhrer” these days). We also look at how EU leaders once again fail to pretend to be actual humans as they panic over a war coming to an end. Tune in for your regular dose of giggles and despair.

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Know your market, deliver the goods, mind your looks and manners, and leave emotions at the door. Had Vladimir Zelensky relied on those tips from Donald Trump’s ‘The Art of the Deal’, the now historic spat in the Oval Office may have resulted in something more amicable. But the Ukrainian leader chose a different tactic, one also used by Trump – never admitting to mistakes and repeating the same thing over and over again. Where does this leave the two presidents and their countries? We ask Dmitry Suslov, the deputy director of the Center for Comprehensive European and International Studies at the Higher School of Economics in Moscow.

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On this episode of Going Underground, we speak to Clare Daly, former member of the European Parliament for Dublin and co-host of the I4C Trouble podcast. She discusses the announcement by Ireland’s foreign minister that moves will be made to relax rules on deploying troops abroad and potentially to Ukraine, the EU and UK’s announcement of a ‘Coalition of the Willing’ for Ukraine which echoes the run-up to the Iraq War, the plans for the EU to trim down its welfare state to build a ‘warfare state’ as it ramps up the drive for war with Russia, the total capture of the EU’s institutions by the military-industrial complex, the moves to make warhawk Kaja Kallas the fully-fledged EU foreign minister, the EU living in a complete media bubble and officials being completely ‘brain dead’, Europe being excluded as the US and Russia mend relations, the bloc’s subservience to the US and inability to break out of it, the scale of the economic crisis and poverty in the EU which is ignored, the silencing of dissenting views across Europe against those opposing the Ukraine proxy war, the EU’s complicity in the Gaza genocide and the bloc’s human rights rhetoric having zero credibility, US Vice President J.D. Vance’s criticism of Europe-wide censorship, and much more.

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There is a growing consensus that a deal is necessary to end the conflict in Ukraine. This is progress. The problem is there is no consensus on what that deal might be. Trump demands that Ukraine negotiate with Russia. The Europeans and Zelensky talk the language of peace, while supporting more war.

CrossTalking with Dr. Amjad Ayub Mirza, Tobias Kahre, and Pye Ian.

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Discover the untold story of Siberia’s Krasnoyarsk Region, where ancient traditions and cutting-edge technology come together in remarkable ways. From indigenous musicians reviving ancient melodies with modern beats to visionary chefs reimagining a humble fisherman’s cuisine, and even a smart chum! A high-tech twist on a traditional Evenki dwelling. This episode takes you into the heart of a cultural renaissance. Experience the unique spirit of a land where innovation honors heritage, and the future is rooted in centuries-old traditions.

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In this episode of Lumumba’s Africa, Professor P.L.O. Lumumba delivers an update on the tensions between DRC and Rwanda, looking at the latest developments of the conflict as well as attempts to bring peace between the two states. Tune in for an in-depth analysis of the situation.

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In this episode of Lumumba’s Africa, we delve into the complex and ever-evolving dynamics of US-Russia relations and their profound implications for the world, with a particular focus on the African continent. As the two global superpowers navigate a new era of geopolitical tension, Africa finds itself once again at the crossroads of influence, resource competition, and ideological struggle. Don’t miss this thought-provoking exploration of how US-Russia relations are reshaping the world and what it means for Africa’s future.

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Is the clock ticking for Ukraine’s Vladimir Zelensky? It certainly appears so. It is hard to imagine him clinging to power after his arrogant meltdown in the Oval Office. Can the Europeans save him? Doubtful. Maybe the Ukrainian people should decide his fate.

CrossTalking with Patrick Henningsen, James Jatras, and Matthew Crosston.

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On this episode of Going Underground, we speak to Prof. Anatol Lieven, Director of the Eurasia Program at the Quincy Institute. He discusses Donald Trump’s approach to ending the Ukraine proxy war and the administration’s view that it is China, not Russia that is an existential threat to the United States, the attempt to break the Russia-China alliance and China’s strength in the current geopolitical landscape, Europe’s complete submission and vassalage to the United States and the subsequent consequences surrounding Trump and the proxy war, the mutual mistrust between Europe and Russia, whether Donald Trump will actually withdraw from NATO and scale down the US’ European presence, why Israel would go into a frenzy if the US reduced its presence in Europe, why incoming German Chancellor Merz will likely continue to just defer European policy to Washington, Europe’s inability to get off the path off of hostility towards Russia to their own detriment, the complete uniformity of establishment and media thought in the UK and Europe, the catastrophic backfiring of the Trump-Russia hoax perpetuated by the Democrats, and much more.

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In this episode of Moscow Mules, Chay Bowes and his crew watch in absolute amusement as Zelenskyy gets an all-out spanking session (and honestly, the homeless bum outfit and campaigning in Pennsylvania were going to bite him in the buttocks sooner or later), Macron getting all touchy-feely with Trump and Germany’s new leadership being absolute garbage, as has been the tradition since 1933.

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The principles of territorial integrity and national security have never been perfectly aligned, but the arrival of Donald Trump onto the global stage has added even more tension to this already boiling contradiction. Will the world now have to agree on a new set of boundaries when it comes to defending national borders? To discuss this, Oksana is joined by Asif Durrani, former Pakistani Special Representative on Afghanistan and a Senior Research Fellow at the Islamabad Policy Research Institute.

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On this episode of Going Underground, we speak to Dmitry Trenin, member of Russia’s Foreign and Defense Policy Council and the former director of the Carnegie Moscow Center. He discusses the prospect of British and European troops being deployed to Ukraine and why this could result in a direct conflict with Russia, the reckless decisions of European leaders that has made them direct participants in the Ukraine proxy war as viewed by Moscow, why the UK and EU have little to no choice but to follow Washington’s orders on Ukraine, the voices in Russia that advocate for striking the countries supplying Ukraine with long-range missiles, whether the US has truly changed course on Ukraine and relations with Russia under Donald Trump, whether the Trump administration will aim to split the Moscow-Beijing alliance, de-dollarization and Trump’s threats against BRICS and any efforts to create a common currency, Russia’s attempts to regain the technological sovereignty the Soviet Union had, the current dynamics of the US and Europe opposing each other over Ukraine, and much more.

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The Russians and the Americans are talking again. The media is abuzz about ending sanctions. The Europeans, as usual, are angry, confused and divided. In short, there are high expectations about dramatic change. So, where is the Trump Peace Plan?

CrossTalking with Steve Jermy, Thomas Fazi, and Daniel McAdams

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In this episode of Lumumba’s Africa, we journey into the heart of the cultural heritage of the Mother Continent to explore the interplay between tribal customs and written laws, and their profound impact on the continent’s history and governance. We also look at how the laws imposed by colonial rulers came into conflict with realities on the ground in Africa.

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In this episode of Lumumba’s Africa, we delve into the enduring legacy of Patrice Emery Lumumba, the visionary leader whose brief but transformative role in the Congo’s fight for independence reshaped the course of African history. We examine how his ideals of self-determination and resistance against exploitation continue to inspire movements for justice and equality across Africa and the diaspora.

Join us as we honor the man who lit a flame of revolution that still burns brightly in the hearts of millions.

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Germany’s elections offered up some surprises. The Alternative for Germany (AfD) surged. The left returned a stunning result, and importantly, voter turnout was robust. But the final result – the next ruling coalition – will be the same status quo parties and their policies. Not exactly change.

CrossTalking with Gunnar Beck, Eike Hamer, and Tarik Cyril Amar.

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On this episode of Going Underground, we speak to veteran former US Congressman and libertarian icon Dr. Ron Paul. He discusses how much waste and nefarious projects have been uncovered in USAID and other departments by Elon Musk’s DOGE, the debasement of the US dollar and the economic policies that have led to the current precarious state of the US economy, Elon Musk wanting him to run the Federal Reserve, Musk’s plan to audit the gold reserves at Fort Knox, the ‘fake’ audit of the US gold reserves and the inevitable change of the US economic system, Donald Trump’s proposed plan for Gaza and the possible looming Israeli strike on Iran, Donald Trump’s pursuit of peace and his reservations on Trump’s instincts and policies, Iran being chosen to be the ‘enemy of the day’, the US providing the weapons for Israel’s genocide in Gaza, the continuing threats to Donald Trump’s life, and much more.

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In this episode of Moscow Mules, Chay Bowes and his crew take off on the wild ride that was the past few days. We look at how the Narcofuhrer’s times-of-plenty are coming to an end, while the Big Don is asking for payback; and, of course, we admire the clown central that has been the German government lately.

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