The Backstory

On today’s episode of The Backstory, host Lee Stranahan discussed current events including Mexico declining to join Russian sanctions, and Apple censoring RT in the app store. GUESTRobert Bridge - Author, Columnist | Putin's Approval Rating, Protests in Russia, and Manila Chan - Veteran News Anchor and Host of RT’s In Question | RT Labeled Dangerous, Mainstream Media Narratives Falling Apart, and Questions of Putin's Mental health In the first hour, Lee spoke with Robert Bridge about the culture in Moscow, the war in Ukraine, and the food supply in Russia. Robert spoke about the wealth in Moscow and the misconceptions of Russia. Robert discussed the war in Ukraine and the Russian people's approval of the Russians attack.In the second hour, Lee and Jason Goodman spoke with Manila Chan about the media narratives, people questioning President Putin's mental health, and Laos. Manila discussed her time in journalism and the way corporate media buys silence. Manila talked about censorship and how people always find ways around censorship.

On today’s episode of The Backstory, host Lee Stranahan discussed current events including Ukraine calling for a no-fly zone, and California, Oregon, Washington to end school mask mandates.GUESTIan Shilling - Geopolitical Analyst, Researcher, and Blogger | COVID19 Narratives, The New World Order, and British Citizens Allowed to Fight in UkraineTed Rall - Political Cartoonist, Syndicated Columnist | Hillary Clinton, Treason Accusations, and Ukraine Attempting to Join NATO In the first hour, Lee and Carmine Sabia spoke with Ian Shilling about the Syrian war, Americans in Ukraine, and possible World War III. Ian discussed the news of British citizens in Ukraine and governments using COVID19 to grab more power. Ian spoke about the World Economic Forum and Ukraine President Zelensky In the second hour, Lee and Carmine Sabia spoke with Ted Rall about the war in Ukraine, NATO, and Hillary Clinton calling for more censorship. Ted spoke about the NATO aggression and leftists calling for censorship. Ted talked about Hillary Clinton's ideology and the European Union banning RT.

On today’s episode of The Backstory, host Lee Stranahan discussed current events including China saying it respects Ukraine's sovereignty and Russia's national security concerns. GUESTWyatt Reed - Digital Media Producer with Sputnik | Tech Censorship in Ukraine, Eight Years of Media Ignorance, and Washington D.C. Elites Jareth Copus – Author of Ukraine Forever a Pawn | Ukraine's History with Nazis, OUN, and CIA History in Ukraine In the first hour, Lee and Mark Frost spoke with Wyatt Reed about Putin's decision to demilitarize Ukraine, Russia's occupation of Ukraine, and America ignoring Russia. Wyatt talked about his reaction to the war in Ukraine and the lies from the American government to Ukrainians. Wyatt spoke to the false hope of Ukraine defeating Russia in a war and the bubble existence of Washington D.C.In the second hour, Lee spoke with Jareth Copus about the Azov Battalion, genocide in Ukraine, and the Minsk agreement. Jareth discussed the military action by Russia in Ukraine and the fertile crop land of Ukraine. Jareth talked about the creation of Ukraine and the historical dispute surrounding Ukraine.

The Backstory: Russia Tried the Diplomatic Route.On today’s episode of The Backstory, host Lee Stranahan discussed current events including Biden unveiling sanctions on Russian businesses, and Telegram experiencing outages in EuropeGUESTMark Sleboda - International Relations and Security Analyst | Anti-Russian regime in Ukraine, Western & Eastern Ukraine, and Bipolar WorldDaniel Lazare - Independent Journalist, Author, and Writer | Historical Period in the World, Chain Reaction Model, and War in Ukraine In the first hour, Lee spoke with Mark Sleboda about Putin's patience, Russia's occupation of Ukraine, and American lies. Mark discussed the military actions of Russia and the young men in the Ukrainian military. Mark spoke about the Minsk accords and the readiness of the Russian military. In the second hour, Lee spoke with Daniel Lazare about the American military, sanctions on Russia, and energy prices. Daniel talked about the gas prices due to rise and how Germany will hurt energy wise. Daniel discussed the 2022 midterms and the Democrats self-inflicted wounds.

On today’s episode of The Backstory, host Lee Stranahan discussed current events including Ukraine declaring a state of emergency, and Biden imposing Nord Stream 2 sanctions.GUESTScott Ritter - Former UN Weapons Inspector & WMD Whistleblower | Ukrainian Nationality, Sanctioning Russia, and Corruption in UkraineTyler Nixon - Attorney, Media Relations Specialist | CPAC 2022, Klaus Schwab, and Canada Turning Fascist In the first hour, Lee and Carmine Sabia spoke with Scott Ritter about the Iraq war, Americans lacking geopolitical knowledge, and Putin's speech. Scott discussed how Russia will move militarily in Ukraine and the effectiveness of Russian tanks. Scott talked about the history of Ukraine and how America has used Ukraine against Russia. In the second hour, Lee and Carmine Sabia spoke with Tyler Nixon about the Biden family, American aggression towards Russia, and Hunter Biden. Tyler spoke about the first time Joe Biden ran for President and the 2022 midterms. Tyler talked about the truckers convoy leaving for Washington D.C. and the danger of the World Economic Forum.

On today’s episode of The Backstory, host Lee Stranahan discussed current events including the U.S. sanctioning Russia, and Ahmaud Arbery’s killers convicted of hate crimes.In the first hour, Lee Stranahan played the entire Putin speech on the recognition of Donbass independence.In the second hour, Lee and Jason Goodman spoke about the Putin speech, the World Economic forum, and Canada turning facist. Lee and Jason discussed the American establishment's support for Nazis in Ukraine and President Biden's reactionary speech. Lee and Jason spoke on President Putin's tone in his speech and compared it with President Biden.

On today’s episode of The Backstory, host Lee Stranahan discussed current events including the Minneapolis police officer who shot Daunte Wright sentenced to two years in prison, and Ottawa police begin arresting truckers protesting.GUESTPeter Oliver - RT European Correspondent and Sputnik European Correspondent | Donetsk Announces War in the Region, Biden Speaks from the White House, and Russian Invasion Claims Ian Shilling - Geopolitical Analyst, Researcher, and Blogger | Liz Truss Seen as Incompetent, Richard Nixon, and Oxford University In the first hour, Lee and Mark Frost spoke with Peter Oliver about the pipelines bombed in Ukraine, an explosion in Donetsk, and the Minsk Accords. Peter spoke on the situation in Eastern Ukraine and the United States provocation of war. Peter spoke on media accusations of Russian shelling in Ukraine and analysis of President Biden's Friday address.In the second hour, Lee and Mark Frost spoke with Ian Shilling about British interests, Rhodes scholars, and the British royal family. Ian talked about the RINO's in America and President Putin defending Russian values. Ian discussed the British royal family and the low approval numbers for the British royal family.

The Backstory: Antony Blinken Alleges Russia Will Stage an Attack Using Chemical WeaponsOn today’s episode of The Backstory, host Lee Stranahan discussed current events including Russia expelling the deputy US ambassador, and Ottawa police warning Canadian protesters of arrests.GUESTMark Sleboda - International Relations and Security Analyst | Antony Blinken, False Flag Accusations, and Lviv Ford Fischer - Journalist, Videographer, and Editor | Covering Protests, Possible United States Truckers Convoy, and Americans Dislike of Justin Trudeau Austin Pelli - Cohost of Fault Lines | Chrystia Freeland, Crypto Wallets Frozen in Canada, and Canada Civil Liberties Union In the first hour, Lee spoke with Mark Sleboda about the U.S. embassy in Ukraine, shelling in Donbass, and Antony Blinken at the United Nations. Mark discussed the training of NATO in Ukraine and possible Russian intervention. Mark spoke about the accusations from Antony Blinken and Blinken's narrative about false flags from Russia. In the second hour, Lee and Carter Laren spoke with Ford Fischer about protests in Canada, DHS memo on Truckers, and Americans protests. Ford talked about the possible U.S. trucker's convoy. Ford spoke about his protest coverage in Washington D.C. and the COVID19 protest in Washington.Lee and Carter Laren spoke with Austin Pelli about arrests in Ottawa, anger towards Justin Trudeau, and lies from Canadian politicians. Austin spoke about his interactions with Canadians and seeing frozen bank accounts from protestors. Austin described the beginning of police arresting truckers in Ottawa.

On today’s episode of The Backstory, host Lee Stranahan discussed current events including UK police investigating Prince Charles’ charity, and the Texas Attorney General suing the Biden administration over airline mask mandates.GUESTTed Rall - Political Cartoonist, Syndicated Columnist | No Russian Invasion, The Organized Left in the United States, and U.S. Banks Working with CanadaAustin Pelli - Cohost of Fault Lines | The Canadian Media, Truckers Arrested, and Emergency Powers In the first hour, Lee spoke with Ted Rall about Justin Trudeau, dictatorships, and lessons learned from Canada. Ted discussed the protests in Canada and the danger of using emergency powers. Ted spoke on the lack of "Russian invasion" in Ukraine and the lack of credibility American intelligence agencies have. In the second hour, Lee spoke with Austin Pelli about anti protests in Ottawa, made up laws for protestors, and the energy of protestors in Ottawa. Austin discussed the Doug Ford reversal on COVID19 mandates and truckers prepared for arrest. Austin spoke about the Canadian economy and Justin Trudeau attacking his political opponents.

On today’s episode of The Backstory, host Lee Stranahan discussed current events including Sarah Palin losing her defamation lawsuit against the New York Times, and Prince Andrew settling a lawsuit by sexual abuse accuser Virginia Giuffre.GUESTCarmine Sabia - Writer and Editor at Large at SabiaReport.com | Corporate Media Coverage of Durham Investigation, Prince Andrew Settlement, and President Biden Address to the Nation Charles Ortel - Former Investor, and Charity Fraud Expert | The Shearer Family, The 2016 Election, and More Indictments from John Durham In the first hour, Lee spoke with Carmine Sabia about Biden's speech, President Eisenhower meeting aliens, and Canada's seizure of funds. Carmine talked about the corporate media and the ways they're avoiding the John Durham investigation. Carmine spoke about President Eisenhower meeting with aliens and Russian troops finishing training. In the second hour, Lee and Jason Goodman spoke with Charles Ortel about the Clinton's, James Comey, and the Russiagate narrative. Charles described the history of American theft in Russia and Clinton administration involvement during the fall of the Soviet Union. Charles talked about the John Durham investigation and future indictments from Durham.

On today’s episode of The Backstory, host Lee Stranahan discussed current events including Canada invoking emergency powers to deal with the trucker protest, and the U.S. moving the Ukraine embassy from Kyiv to Lviv.GUESTPhilip Giraldi - Former CIA Officer, and Army Intelligence Officer | Vietnam, CIA Spying on Americans, and Martial Law in Canada Austin Pelli - Cohost of Fault Lines | Confederate Flags in Canada, Ottawa Easing Restrictions, and Politicians in Canada In the first hour, Lee and Carmine Sabia spoke with Philip Giraldi about Israel, the Ukraine situation, and America's history with false flags. Phil talked about the Israeli intelligence program and how Israel is involved with global political influence. Phil discussed possibilities of a false flag occurring in Ukraine and President Biden's poor performance.In the second hour, Lee and Carmine Sabia spoke with Austin Pelli about the truckers convoy, protests in Canada, and Justin Trudeau. Austin discussed the peacefulness at the trucker's protest and the demographic of protests in Ottawa. Austin spoke about his discussions with Canadian protestors and the end goal for protestors.

On today’s episode of The Backstory, host Lee Stranahan discussed current events including a Judge ordering truckers to end the US-Canada border blockade, and Darrell Brooks pleading not guilty for the Christmas parade massacre. GUESTScott Ritter - Former UN Weapons Inspector & WMD Whistleblower | Wendy Sherman, Being a Whistleblower, and Liz Truss Embarrassed by Sergey LavrovKim Iversen - Independent Journalist and Host of The Kim Iversen Show | Venice Beach, The Homeless in Los Angeles, and Fact-Checkers In the first hour, Lee and Mark Frost spoke with Scott Ritter about the D.C. establishment, warmongering from the State Department, and CIA spying on Americans. Scott discussed the spying allegations on the CIA and Senator Ron Wyden. Scott talked about the "body bags" statement from Wendy Sherman and Jake Sullivan addressing the "Russian invasion" of Ukraine.In the second hour, Lee and Mark Frost spoke with Kim Iversen about government gaslighting, Canada's truckers convoy, and rent in California. Kim spoke about living in Venice Beach and being a female drummer. Kim talked about the propaganda from governments and the power of independent media.

On today’s episode of The Backstory, host Lee Stranahan discussed current events including the UK introducing new anti-Russia laws, and twelve injured in a drone attack on a Saudi airport.GUESTAddy Adds - Former Teacher, Reporter, and Commentator | New Ghislaine Maxwell Trial ?, U.K. Involvement, and Prince AndrewsJim Hoft - Founder of The Gateway Pundit | Truckers Protest in America, Kamala Harris, and 2022 CPAC In the first hour, Lee spoke with Addy Adds about the Alan Dershowitz involvement with Ghislaine Maxwell, possible juror misconduct, and the Maxwell sentencing date. Addy talked about the possibility of a new Maxwell trial and the lack of media attention on the Ghislaine Maxwell trial. Addy spoke on his upcoming book and Prince Andrew's upcoming trial. In the second hour, Lee spoke with Jim Hoft about conservative media, Wikipedia smears, and the Biden administration giving out drug paraphernalia. Jim discussed how dangerous Dr. Fauci has become and Democrats failing on immigration. Jim spoke on the 2022 midterms and his dislike of the Republican elites.

On today’s episode of The Backstory, host Lee Stranahan discussed current events including the Biden administration rebranding the ‘Build Back Better’ agenda, and Sweden declaring the pandemic over.GUESTThom Nickels – Author, Journalist | UPenn Swim Team Controversy, Transgender Issues, and Puberty Blockers for ChildrenAdam Soos - Rebel News Journalist | Liberal Party of Canada, Alberta Province, and Truckers Getting International Support In the first hour, Lee spoke with Thom Nickels about the LGBTQ movement, misgendering, and the politics behind the transgender movement. Thom discussed the joylessness of transgender activists and attacks on journalists. Thom talked about the UPenn transgender swimmer Lia Thomas and the Philadelphia City Council becoming involved.In the second hour, Lee and Keri Smith spoke with Adam Soos about Justin Trudeau, Canadian politics, and fighting for freedom. Adam spoke about the police in Canada and Alberta easing COVID19 restrictions. Adam talked about the legacy media in Canada and the demonization of the truckers protesting.

On today’s episode of The Backstory, host Lee Stranahan discussed current events including the House passing a stopgap bill to prevent a shutdown, and Republican senators threatening to block the Iran deal.GUESTTyler Nixon - Attorney, Media Relations Specialist | The Durham Investigation, Russiagate Still Unsolved, and The Weight of the U.S. GovernmentTed Rall - Political Cartoonist, Syndicated Columnist | Joe Rogan, Censorship, and The Future of Free Speech In the first hour, Lee spoke with Tyler Nixon about Inspector General Horowitz, Russiagte leads to the Clintons, and both political parties corrupted the Constitution. Tyler talked about the misconduct of I.G. Horowitz and the updates on John Durham's investigation. Tyler discussed the Mueller investigation and how Roger Stone was prosecuted in the media. In the second hour, Lee and Jason Goodman spoke with Ted Rall about the Joe Rogan video, Neil Young, and defining misinformation. Ted spoke on the issue of de-platforming artists and Joe Rogan under attack. Ted talked about the Biden administration and the Ned Price State Department's embarrassment.

On today’s episode of The Backstory, host Lee Stranahan discussed current events including Joe Rogan receiving a one hundred million dollar offer from Rumble, and China locking down a city on the Vietnam border.GUESTAndrew Arthur - Former Immigration Judge, Center for Immigration Studies | Police Following / Disobeying Orders, Canada's Immigration Laws, and Healthcare in Canada Daniel Lazare - Independent Journalist, Author, and Writer | The CCP, Political Democracy, and The Downfall of The American Empire In the first hour, Lee and Carmine Sabia spoke with Andrew Arthur about the Bill of Rights, the Northern border, and the enforcement of immigration laws. Andrew talked about the Northern border and the difficulty of attempting to illegally enter Canada. Andrew spoke about the regulations in Canada and the American healthcare system. In the second hour, Lee and Carmine Sabia spoke with Daniel Lazare about reading Pravda in English, Joe Biden's age, and the state of America. Daniel discussed the "death spiral" of America and the real estate market of China. Daniel spoke about China's history and growing up as a Marxist.

On today’s episode of The Backstory, host Lee Stranahan discussed current events including the Republicans censuring Congressman Adam Kinzinger & Liz Cheney, and Michael Avenatti convicted of defrauding Stormy Daniels.GUESTTim Canova – Political Activist, Law Professor | Florida's 23rd District, Voting Machines, and Tulsi Gabbard Carmine Sabia - Writer and Editor at Large at SabiaReport.com | Michael Avennati, Indonesia, and State Department Ned Price Unable to Provide Evidence on Russia In the first hour, Lee and Mark Frost spoke with law professor Tim Canova about his Congressional race, Democrats in Florida, and Americans moving to Florida. Tim discussed the popularity growth of Governor Ron DeSantis and media election polls. Tim described his race against Debbie Wasserman Schultz and the lack of investigations into election integrity.In the second hour, Lee and Mark Frost spoke with Carmine Sabia about Michael Avennati's conviction, propaganda from the State Department, and Nancy Pelosi. Carmine talked about the art of pro wrestling and Donald Trump's affair with Stormy Daniels. Carmine spoke about the State Department and the viral video of Ned Ryan, explaining the invasion of Ukraine.

On today’s episode of The Backstory, host Lee Stranahan discussed current events including the Pentagon claiming Russians will stage a false flag in Ukraine, and Jeff Zukcer resigning as CNN president. GUESTMark Sleboda - International Relations and Security Analyst | Eastern Ukrainians Being Killed, Evelyn Farkas, and Dehumanizing Eastern Ukrainians Enrique Tarrio - Former Proud Boys National Chairman | The Police State, The Portrayal of Proud Boys, and The United States Constitution In the first hour, Lee spoke with Mark Sleboda about the Ukrainian military, children in Ukraine, and Americans training with neonazis in Ukraine. Mark spoke on President Biden's troop deployment to Romania, Poland, and Germany. Mark discussed the fragile status of the Ukrainian economy and America ignoring the Minsk Accords.In the second hour, Lee and Carter Laren spoke with Enrique Tarrio about his imprisonment in Washington D.C., the January 6th Capitol riot, and government tyranny. Enrique talked about his five months in a Washington D.C. jail, and the U.S. Constitution. Enrique spoke about the events that led to January 6th, 2021, and how the Proud Boys were "set up" in Washington D.C. .

On today’s episode of The Backstory, host Lee Stranahan discussed current events including the US Army ordering commanders to start discharging anti-vax soldiers “immediately,” and Biden ordering three thousand U.S. troops to Eastern Europe for Ukraine's protection. GUESTAustin Pelli - Cohost of Fault Lines | Washington Commanders, The Russian Border Narrative, and Woke Politics in Sports Manila Chan - Veteran News Anchor and Host of RT’s In Question | Talking Points By the Media, Mitch McConnell, and Marketing Techniques In the first hour, Lee spoke with Austin Pelli about the Washington Commanders football team, the corporate media's narrative on Russia, and young conservatives. Austin talked about the unpopularity around Washington, naming itself the Washington Commanders. Austin discussed the narrative of Russian aggression and conservatism among young Americans. In the second hour, Lee spoke with Manila Chan about Russia's borders, Republicans in support of war, and Bill Gates funding corporate media. Manila spoke on the hypocrisy of Antony Blinken and the disrespect towards Russia, after meetings with the Minister of Foreign Affairs Sergeĭ Lavrov. Manila spoke on Mitch McConnell's comments in support of President Biden's Ukraine policy and U.S. sanctions against Russia