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Sandi Adams and former British MP Andrew Bridgen discuss some of the main issues shaping the world today. From the suppression and imprisonment of lawyer Reiner Fuellmich and Andrew’s recent trip to Germany to see him in jail, to the woeful state of British healthcare, this wide-ranging conversation tackles a host of important topics. The pair discuss assisted dying proposals in the UK, and the risk of shifting human life to a value based on cost, not compassion. It is a sensitive subject with far-reaching consequences, and Andrew brings a perspective rarely heard in mainstream discussion. The conversation also widens out to the war in Ukraine, the flow of western resources, and the powerful corporate and technological forces shaping global conflict and governance.  Also discussed are emerging AI structures, international partnerships, and digital identity proposals, and how they could redefine freedom here in the UK. Despite the seriousness of the topics, the interview is ultimately energising and uplifting. Public pressure is working, and people are waking up. If we continue to stand firm against government overreach, and insist on truth and accountability, the tide can and will turn.  This is a conversation for anyone who senses that the world is shifting fast and wants to understand how we can still shape the outcome. WebsiteXYouTube Andrew has requested that people do not forget Reiner Fuellmich in prison. Letters and cards can be sent to him at: JVA BremervördeDr. Reiner FuellmichAm Steinberg 7527432 BremervördeGermany ► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch previous live recordings here: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_Live► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official UK Column website: https://www.ukcolumn.org/► [Support UK Column] Please donate to support our independent journalism & investigative journalism: https://support.ukcolumn.org/► [UK Column YouTube] Please subscribe to the UK Column News YouTube channel for more alternative news and  independent news: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_SubscribeFollow #UKColumn on:► X: https://x.com/ukcolumn► Telegram: https://t.me/ukcolumn► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UKColumnExtracts► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uk_column_news

🚨 Is the supposed "detente" between the US and China just a tactical pause before a bigger confrontation? And why is the Trump administration suddenly cranking up aggression towards Venezuela to eleven? In this dense and urgent episode of the Silk and Steel podcast, Carl Zha is joined by journalist and geopolitical analyst Ben Norton to dissect the shifting strategies of the US empire. They break down the reality behind the "decoupling" narrative, the new Cold War against China, and the alarming escalation in Latin America that could plunge the region into chaos.Ben Norton's Website: Geopolitical Economy ReportNo Detente, Just a Strategy Shift: Ben argues there is no genuine detente with China, but a short-term de-escalation to allow the US to "decouple" its economy and prepare for more severe medium-to-long-term confrontation.Decoupling is for Escalation: The US push to decouple from China is not about economics, but about minimising blowback to the US when it imposes even harsher sanctions in the future, akin to those on Russia.Tech War is Protectionism: Tariffs on Chinese EVs (like BYD) and attempts to ban AI models (like DeepSeek) are not about national security but about protecting uncompetitive US tech giants (like Tesla and OpenAI) from superior, cheaper Chinese products.Latin America is the New Front: With direct confrontation with China too risky, the US is pivoting to solidify hegemony in its "backyard" (the Monroe Doctrine), targeting China's allies and partners to isolate it.Venezuela is the Immediate Target: The US is using a fabricated "drug cartel" narrative to justify military escalation against Venezuela, a key Chinese partner and the country with the world's largest oil reserves.Military Action is Likely: Ben assesses there is a high likelihood of US missile or airstrikes on Venezuelan territory. A full-scale invasion is less likely, but special forces operations and attempts to seize oil infrastructure are on the table.Marco Rubio is a Key Architect: As the simultaneous Secretary of State and National Security Advisor, Marco Rubio holds unprecedented power and is a lifelong hawk dedicated to overthrowing the governments of Venezuela, Cuba, and Nicaragua.► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch previous live recordings here: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_Live► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official UK Column website: https://www.ukcolumn.org/► [Support UK Column] Please donate to support our independent journalism & investigative journalism: https://support.ukcolumn.org/► [UK Column YouTube] Please subscribe to the UK Column News YouTube channel for more alternative news and independent news: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_SubscribeFollow #UKColumn on:► X: https://x.com/ukcolumn► Telegram: https://t.me/ukcolumn► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UKColumnExtracts► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uk_column_news00:00 - Introduction01:45 - Ben Norton's work and focus03:20 - Is a US-China "Detente" Really Happening?08:30 - The Evolution of the US Cold War on China: From Obama to Trump to Biden15:45 - The Logic of "Decoupling" and Economic War23:50 - The Real Reason the US is Attacking Chinese Tech (EVs, AI, Huawei)33:10 - The "Electron Gap": How Silicon Valley Uses the China Threat to Get Money38:45 - PIVOT: Why the US is Escalating Aggression in Latin America42:20 - The Monroe Doctrine & Solidifying the US "Backyard"47:15 - The Strategic Importance of Venezuela's Oil and Resources52:30 - The "Drug Cartel" Lie: The New WMDs for Venezuela57:45 - How Likely is a US Military Attack on Venezuela?01:01:30 - The 3 Scenarios for US Intervention (Airstrikes, Invasion, Covert Ops)01:07:10 - The Key Role of Marco Rubio as Secretary of State & National Security Advisor01:12:25 - Cold War II: A Pessimistic Outlook for the Coming Decades01:16:40 - Final Thoughts & Where to Find Ben's Work

Jerm’s conversation with Todd Hayen, a psychotherapist, discusses the inherent tendency of humans to be manipulated by those in power. It explores the psychological and historical aspects of this dynamic, to which he refers as the “contagion of idiocy”.Todd emphasises that we can be very easily manipulated. He notes that humans have always been manipulated by those in power throughout history. Todd explains that manipulation is a natural tendency in power dynamics with historical examples that show this pattern across governance systems where small groups have historically controlled larger populations.Discussion moves on to the difficulty for some individuals to recognise their own manipulation. Todd observes that recognition of manipulation is often denied by individuals. He introduces the concept of 'sheep' to reflecta refusal to acknowledge manipulation, and argues that power dynamics fundamentally shape societal behaviour and beliefs.As he concludes, Todd suggests that understanding manipulation can lead to greater awareness. Awareness of manipulation can empower individuals to recognise and resist the broader implications of it in society.Todd’s Substack: https://www.shrewviews.com► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch previous live recordings here: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_Live► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official UK Column website: https://www.ukcolumn.org/► [Support UK Column] Please donate to support our independent journalism & investigative journalism: https://support.ukcolumn.org/► [UK Column YouTube] Please subscribe to the UK Column News YouTube channel for more alternative news and independent news: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_SubscribeFollow #UKColumn on:► X: https://x.com/ukcolumn► Telegram: https://t.me/ukcolumn► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UKColumnExtracts► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uk_column_news

Ben Rubin, Brian Gerrish, Diane Rasmussen, and Sandi Adams with today's UK Column NewsThe UK Column is an independent media organisation and receives no corporate or foundation funding. We rely on the generosity of individual readers, viewers and listeners, so if you enjoy our quality reporting, please consider supporting us.🌐 Explore all our written and video content on the UK Column website https://www.ukcolumn.org/ 💪 Support our independent journalism here https://support.ukcolumn.org/ 🛍️ Check out our shop here https://shop.ukcolumn.org/01:31 National Emergency Briefing: World War II response to alleged 'climate crisis'.10:11 Gender-Based Violence & Climate: Intimately linked – allegedly18:00 War Crimes: The BBC picks and choses its narratives25:14 Local council drones: Spies in the skies37:50 Check out UKC’s website and support our work44:30 We Mean Business: Coalition of Control reshaping the global economy54:26 Pandemic: But not the one you think…59:57 Justice: Update on proposals to scrap juries in UK courts1:03 Farmers’ Protest: Report on action in London1:12 And finally: Rebel nuns against the system

Decoding the Xi-Trump Call: A New Chapter for US-China?► Subscribe to the UK Column YouTube channel ► https://bit.ly/UKColumn_SubscribeIn this highly-requested return to the Silk and Steel Podcast, host Carl Zha is joined by Professor Warwick Powell to dissect the high-stakes phone call between Presidents Xi and Trump. We go beyond the headlines to uncover the real significance of the conversation, including the crucial historical framing of Taiwan as a final piece of post-WWII settlement.We then dive into Japan's puzzling role in stirring up tensions and explore the profound structural traps holding back the United States. Professor Powell introduces his groundbreaking "thermoeconomics" framework, explaining how energy, finance, and information systems determine the fate of nations.► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch previous live recordings here: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_Live► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official UK Column website: https://www.ukcolumn.org/► [Support UK Column] Please donate to support our independent journalism & investigative journalism: https://support.ukcolumn.org/► [UK Column YouTube] Please subscribe to the UK Column News YouTube channel for more alternative news and independent news: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_SubscribeFollow #UKColumn on:► X: https://x.com/ukcolumn► Telegram: https://t.me/ukcolumn► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UKColumnExtracts► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uk_column_newsTIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Introduction01:15 - The Xi-Trump Phone Call: Who Really Called Who?04:45 - The Bombshell: China Frames Taiwan as a Post-WWII Settlement09:30 - Japan's Provocation: What Does Tokyo Gain?16:10 - Japan's Economic Trap: Energy, Food, and a Failing Model23:45 - Professor Powell's "Thermoeconomics" Framework Explained29:50 - Why is the US Failing Despite its Advantages?35:20 - The AI Energy Crisis: Why US Tech is a Drain, Not a Gain42:10 - The Financial Black Hole: Why Wall Street is Killing Main Street48:05 - Can America Be Fixed? The Grim Political Reality54:40 - Where to Find Professor Powell's WorkKEY TAKEAWAYS:The recent Xi-Trump call was initiated by Washington, not Beijing, contrary to early media reports.China strategically framed the Taiwan issue within the context of concluding the post-WWII settlement, a significant shift in diplomatic language.Japan's actions are driven by political muscle memory, a need to curry favor with the US, and internal contradictions, despite harming its own long-term economic interests.The US is trapped by a declining Energy Return on Energy Invested (EROEI), a hyper-financialized economy that discourages production, and a gridlocked political system.China's approach to AI focuses on embedding it in infrastructure to create abundance, while the US approach often leads to energy-intensive and economically unproductive applications.True reform in the US is unlikely in the short term due to deep-seated vested interests and an institutional structure designed to prevent radical change.LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED:Follow Professor Warwick Powell on Substack: https://warwickpowell.substack.comHashtags #USChina #Geopolitics #Taiwan #Japan #EnergySecurity

► Subscribe to the UK Column YouTube channel ► https://bit.ly/UKColumn_SubscribeThis conversation between Jerm, Mike, and Charles begins with a discussion around the commercialisation of holidays and the complex historical context of celebrations like Thanksgiving. The gents discuss how commercialisation has altered the meaning of holidays. Cultural celebrations often lose their original significance over time. The discussion shifts as they examine how minority rights can disproportionately influence public policy. They note that public facilities have evolved to accommodate diverse needs. Talk moves onto international relations. The need for a more nuanced perspective to understand China is addressed. It is argued that criticism of countries should be based on facts rather than biases. Hypocrisy that exists in criticising China, whilst simultaneously using its products, is highlighted. International relations should focus on cooperation rather than conflict. The trio conclude with an emphasis that it is essential to rethink geopolitics if we are to achieve peace in the future and move beyond binary narratives. We need to develop a stronger understanding of global dynamics.► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch previous live recordings here: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_Live► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official UK Column website: https://www.ukcolumn.org/► [Support UK Column] Please donate to support our independent journalism & investigative journalism: https://support.ukcolumn.org/► [UK Column YouTube] Please subscribe to the UK Column News YouTube channel for more alternative news and independent news: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_SubscribeFollow #UKColumn on:► X: https://x.com/ukcolumn► Telegram: https://t.me/ukcolumn► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UKColumnExtracts► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uk_column_news

UK Column News - 28th November 2025► Subscribe to the UK Column YouTube channel ► https://bit.ly/UKColumn_SubscribeBrian Gerrish, and Patrick Henningsen with today's UK Column News. ► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch previous live recordings here: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_Live► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official UK Column website: https://www.ukcolumn.org/► [Support UK Column] Please donate to support our independent journalism & investigative journalism: https://support.ukcolumn.org/► [UK Column YouTube] Please subscribe to the UK Column News YouTube channel for more alternative news and independent news: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_SubscribeFollow #UKColumn on:► X: https://x.com/ukcolumn► Telegram: https://t.me/ukcolumn► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UKColumnExtracts► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uk_column_news00:00 Welcome 01:15 Ukraine Peace Deal: Is falling apart08:31 Ukraine Propaganda: Control the narrative to control the war22:45 UK Budget: Will it end the child poverty trap?30:22 Check out UKC’s website and support our work32:21 Palestine Action: Implications for justice now group proscribed as ‘terrorist’. With special guest Basil Valentine

Jobst Landgrebe on hype cycles - Jerm Warfare► Subscribe to the UK Column YouTube channel ► https://bit.ly/UKColumn_SubscribeJobst Landgrebe, a Senior Research Associate in the Department of Philosophy at the University at Buffalo specialising in the philosophy of AI, complex systems, and the ontology of physics and mathematics, elaborates on the concept of "hype cycles" which he explores in his book "The Hype Cycle."Jobst describes hype cycles as cultural and scientific phenomena that are used to govern societies in the absence of traditional faith or fear-based governance. He argues that these cycles are often manufactured by elites to create a state of emergency, compelling people to conform to certain political agendas. Jobst distinguishes between scientific hypes, like climate change and COVID-19, and cultural hypes, such as diversity and inclusion.Whilst some hype cycles may have organic roots, he suggests they are often exploited by rulers to reinforce their power. The discussion moves on to the cyclical nature of hypes, with Jobst noting that they repeat over time with changing content, before emphasising the importance of resisting particularly harmful cycles.► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch previous live recordings here: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_Live► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official UK Column website: https://www.ukcolumn.org/► [Support UK Column] Please donate to support our independent journalism & investigative journalism: https://support.ukcolumn.org/► [UK Column YouTube] Please subscribe to the UK Column News YouTube channel for more alternative news and independent news: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_SubscribeFollow #UKColumn on:► X: https://x.com/ukcolumn► Telegram: https://t.me/ukcolumn► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UKColumnExtracts► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uk_column_news

Escaping The Matrix► Subscribe to the UK Column YouTube channel ► https://bit.ly/UKColumn_SubscribeAfter years of studying Natural Law, Clive Edwards says he’s managed to pull himself out of the matrix, defying UK authorities on planning, council tax, and much more.In this thought-provoking and challenging conversation with Sandi Adams, Clive talks about his distinction between Natural/God’s Law, which is an inherent divine order he believes frees humanity, and legislative or statutory law, which he says is a form of spiritual slavery.Clive describes how modern governance operates and how most people unknowingly consent to the system through everyday interactions with the state. He discusses how individuals can reclaim their standing as living souls and the very real implications of stepping outside statutory control. Many argue it’s impossible to live outside the system, but Clive’s vision is a future where communities operate through moral responsibility, not imposed legislation, and humanity rediscovers its freedom and dignity.His website Capillary Wave is for those who wish to learn more about freedom and sovereignty.http://capillarywave.com/► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch previous live recordings here: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_Live► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official UK Column website: https://www.ukcolumn.org/► [Support UK Column] Please donate to support our independent journalism & investigative journalism: https://support.ukcolumn.org/► [UK Column YouTube] Please subscribe to the UK Column News YouTube channel for more alternative news and independent news: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_SubscribeFollow #UKColumn on:► X: https://x.com/ukcolumn► Telegram: https://t.me/ukcolumn► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UKColumnExtracts► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uk_column_news

Stephanie Seneff on avoiding sunglasses and sunscreen - Jerm Warfare► Subscribe to the UK Column YouTube channel ► https://bit.ly/UKColumn_SubscribeIn this conversation, Jerm and Stephanie Seneff, a Senior Research Scientist at MIT's Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory with a PhD in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, discuss the importance of sunlight and natural living alongside various health concerns.Stephanie emphasises that sunlight is essential for health and well-being, whilst arguing that sunscreen and sunglasses may actually do more harm than good. The discussion moves on to her concerns about glyphosate, which she links to numerous health issues, before addressing the controversial topic of vaccines and their potential to weaken innate immunity and cause autoimmune diseases.Throughout the conversation, Stephanie advocates for natural living as key to maintaining health, raising significant concerns about the chemical industry and its effects on public health.She argues that societal health is declining due to environmental toxins, concluding that awareness and education are crucial for making informed health choices in an increasingly complex world.Stephanie’s website: https://stephanieseneff.net► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch previous live recordings here: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_Live► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official UK Column website: https://www.ukcolumn.org/► [Support UK Column] Please donate to support our independent journalism & investigative journalism: https://support.ukcolumn.org/► [UK Column YouTube] Please subscribe to the UK Column News YouTube channel for more alternative news and independent news: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_SubscribeFollow #UKColumn on:► X: https://x.com/ukcolumn► Telegram: https://t.me/ukcolumn► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UKColumnExtracts► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uk_column_news

Europe's Strategic Failure: Why the EU Can't Stand Up to the US on China | Arnaud Bertrand► Subscribe to the UK Column YouTube channel ► https://bit.ly/UKColumn_SubscribeIn this episode of the Silk and Steel Podcast, host Carl Zha is joined by entrepreneur and writer Arnaud Bertrand for a critical examination of Europe's geopolitical position. They delve into why the European Union, despite its economic heft, consistently fails to achieve strategic autonomy and instead aligns with US foreign policy, even when it goes against its own interests. The conversation covers Europe's strategic dependency through NATO, the self-defeating Nexperia case study, the lack of political courage in Brussels, and the profound cultural incuriosity that prevents European leaders from understanding a rising China. Arnaud offers a stark assessment of Europe's future in a multipolar world if it continues on its current path.► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch previous live recordings here: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_Live► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official UK Column website: https://www.ukcolumn.org/► [Support UK Column] Please donate to support our independent journalism & investigative journalism: https://support.ukcolumn.org/► [UK Column YouTube] Please subscribe to the UK Column News YouTube channel for more alternative news and independent news: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_SubscribeFollow #UKColumn on:► X: https://x.com/ukcolumn► Telegram: https://t.me/ukcolumn► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UKColumnExtracts► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uk_column_news00:00 - Introduction: Arnaud Bertrand's Background03:54 - Europe's Strategic Weakness & Dependency on the US09:36 - The Nexperia Case: A Perfect Example of Europe's Lose-Lose Strategy16:39 - Why European Leaders Lack Political Courage25:40 - The Shocking Lack of Curiosity About China in Europe30:29 - Comparing Ideological Rigidity: Is Europe Worse Than the US?38:52 - The Multipolar World Requires Understanding, Not Dictation45:26 - The Legacy of Arrogance: Why Europe Doesn't Study China50:50 - The "Weak Men" Era and the Need for Humility51:45 - The Reframing of US-China Relations & Europe's Missed OpportunityKey Quotes:"When you're defended by someone, there is not much you can do against them... That's why I think that's a big part of the reason why we've seen this rhetoric die down." - On Europe's dependency on the US via NATO."Europe could have positioned itself in a way where they benefit from both sides... Instead, they get hit by both sides." - On the Nexperia fiasco."If you listen to what the average French politician says when it comes to China, it's absolutely obvious that they don't understand the first thing about the country. It's cliché after cliché." - On the lack of understanding among European elites."China is now too powerful to dictate anything to them. And so you need to convince them. And in order to convince them, you need to understand them." - On the requirements for engagement in a multipolar world."It's the legacy of arrogance... We're in the 'weak men' era, and we need to have hard times in order to eat our humble pie." - On the root cause of Europe's strategic failure.Mentioned Cases & Concepts:Nexperia Case: The forced seizure of a Chinese-owned chip company in the Netherlands under US pressure.NATO & Strategic Dependency: How membership in the US-led military alliance hinders European autonomy.US-EU "Tributary Deal": The trade and energy deal where Europe "surrendered" to US demands.Trump's Ukraine Proposal: The lopsided peace plan that benefits the US and Russia at Europe's expense.The "G2" Framing: The concept of the US and China managing global affairs, sidelining Europe.

UK Column News - 26th November 2025► Subscribe to the UK Column YouTube channel ► https://bit.ly/UKColumn_SubscribeMike Robinson, Charles Malet and Vanessa Beeley with today's UK Column News. ► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch previous live recordings here: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_Live► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official UK Column website: https://www.ukcolumn.org/► [Support UK Column] Please donate to support our independent journalism & investigative journalism: https://support.ukcolumn.org/► [UK Column YouTube] Please subscribe to the UK Column News YouTube channel for more alternative news and independent news: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_SubscribeFollow #UKColumn on:► X: https://x.com/ukcolumn► Telegram: https://t.me/ukcolumn► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UKColumnExtracts► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uk_column_news00:00 Welcome 00:35 Farmers Protest on Budget Day: Police restrictions imposed last minute09:55 War: UK Government seeking ‘industrial and sustained conflict’21:37 MOD Travel: Millions spent on flights to genocide30:52 Defence: Latest UK developments and plans36:58 Check out UKC’s website and support our work38:21 Juries: End of the road for justice as AI closes in42:38 Syria Uprisings: Pushback against atrocities48:46 Digital ID: False narratives and confusion54:50 Peace Railway: Building the IMEC Corridor57:51 Autism and Vaccines: The row continues

Robin Monotti on using music to win - Jerm Warfare► Subscribe to the UK Column YouTube channel ► https://bit.ly/UKColumn_SubscribeThe conversation with Robin Monotti explores several interconnected themes about society and resistance.People are worried about the growing use of digital identities and fear that governments might use these systems to control citizens. The discussion draws on psychological studies like the Asch conformity experiments to highlight how most people follow the crowd, whilst only a small number stay aware of what's really happening in society.There's emphasis on how culture, music and media shape what people think, and why it's important to keep a rebellious attitude against mainstream stories. The speakers reflect on how history seems to repeat itself, pointing to past pandemics and how societies responded to them.They also stress that music and art have real power to challenge the way things are and create social change, arguing that creative methods are needed to share different viewpoints with the public.Robin’s Telegram: https://t.me/robinmg► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch previous live recordings here: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_Live► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official UK Column website: https://www.ukcolumn.org/► [Support UK Column] Please donate to support our independent journalism & investigative journalism: https://support.ukcolumn.org/► [UK Column YouTube] Please subscribe to the UK Column News YouTube channel for more alternative news and independent news: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_SubscribeFollow #UKColumn on:► X: https://x.com/ukcolumn► Telegram: https://t.me/ukcolumn► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UKColumnExtracts► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uk_column_news

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The UK Column is an independent media organisation and receives no corporate or foundation funding. We rely on the generosity of individual readers, viewers and listeners, so if you enjoy our quality reporting, please consider supporting us.🌐 Explore all our written and video content on the UK Column website https://www.ukcolumn.org/ 💪 Support our independent journalism here https://support.ukcolumn.org/ 🛍️ Check out our shop here https://shop.ukcolumn.org/In this thought-provoking discussion, Jerm, Mike, and Charles turned their attention to the World Economic Forum and its place in the global power structure. The three shared a healthy dose of scepticism about the WEF's actual influence, suggesting that its high-profile, public-facing approach might actually be something of a smokescreen, drawing attention away from other organisations that wield real power behind the scenes. They pondered whether the WEF's visibility might be inversely related to its true impact, with less conspicuous entities potentially pulling the strings that really matter.The conversation naturally evolved into broader territory, examining how artificial intelligence and technology are reshaping society in ways that aren't always obvious. Mike and Charles emphasised the critical importance of preserving human agency in an increasingly automated world, whilst questioning whether our growing appetite for convenience might be leading us down a path we haven't fully considered.They seemed particularly concerned about how easily we're willing to trade autonomy for ease, and whether the culture of convenience that technology promotes might ultimately undermine our ability to think and act independently.