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Deep Shallow Dive

It"s time to "Call a Spade a Spade." In each episode of "Deep Shallow Dive," I break down past and present events, revealing how narratives and distractions create a sense of division. Together, we"ll pull back the curtain to uncover the truth and find that we"re not as divided as we might think. We will do this through the Lens of Common Sense and our Defining DSD Pillars of Self-Awareness, Resilience, Authenticity, and Empathy. We go DEEP enough to get the truth—SHALLOW enough to keep it sane

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EP#336 | GUEST | Geopolitics with James Corbett from...

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2025/06/26

🎙️ EP#336 | GUEST | From Kissinger to Palantir: Geopolitics, Iran, and the AI Cold WarIn this riveting episode, host Ray Doustdar welcomes James Corbett of The Corbett Report for a no-holds-barred discussion on global geopolitics, elite power structures, and the digital rebranding of warfare. From the roots of Middle East conflicts to Palantir’s quiet role in triggering international escalations, the duo explores how propaganda, predictive programming, and military-industrial tech are reshaping our

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00:30:50

EP#335 | DSD | Trump, Iran & the Shadow War for...

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2025/06/25

🎙️ EP#335 | DSD | Trump, Iran & the Shadow War for Regime ChangeThis week’s Deep Shallow Dive unpacks one of the most turbulent geopolitical 72-hour stretches in recent memory. Host Ray Deustar walks us through Trump’s sudden military escalation against Iran’s nuclear facilities, the bizarrely choreographed ceasefire with Israel, and a stunning turn in regime change rhetoric—all topped with Trump dropping his first ever on-record F-bomb. It’s a jaw-dropping chronicle of misinformation,

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00:56:30

EP#334 | GUEST | Is Israel Still God's Chosen Nation?...

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2025/06/23

🎙️ EP#334 | GUEST | Is Israel Still God's Chosen Nation? With Pastor Steven AndersonIn this jaw-dropping episode of Deep Shallow Dive, Ray welcomes back one of the show’s most requested and controversial guests: Pastor Steven Anderson. Together, they dive deep into the viral moment where Senator Ted Cruz faltered on Tucker Carlson’s podcast — revealing his lack of biblical context for a statement guiding his entire foreign policy. This episode confronts the foundational question: Does Genesis 12:3

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00:47:48

EP#333 | DSD | Ted Cruz Melts Down on Tucker, Hillary...

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2025/06/20

🎙️ EP#333 | DSD | Ted Cruz Melts Down on Tucker, Iran Chaos & Social Media ShowdownsIn this electric episode of Deep Shallow Dive, Ray D returns with a vengeance after a short break, unloading a fiery commentary on the political chaos surrounding Iran, Israel, and America’s ever-deepening involvement. From a deeply personal DM exchange with a longtime Persian Jewish friend to the weaponization of social media reels, Ray confronts the complexities of identity, war, and loyalty in a time of

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00:42:27

EP#332 | GUEST | Breaking News & Broken Narratives w/...

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2025/06/18

🎙️ EP#332 | GUEST | Breaking News & Broken Narratives w/ Ethan LevinsThis week on Deep Shallow Dive, Ray Doustdar is joined by rising geo-political commentator Ethan Levins, known for his sharp takes and fiery delivery across social media. Tuning in from Europe, Ethan brings international perspective to the explosive situation brewing between Israel and Iran, dissecting the motives, misinformation, and military realities few are willing to confront. From nuclear ambiguity to aerial domination,

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00:31:54

EP331 | DSD | Iran, Israel & The Real Cost of Regime...

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2025/06/17

🎙️ EP331 | DSD | Iran, Israel & The Real Cost of Regime ChangeIn one of the most intense and personal episodes yet, we dive headfirst into the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran—triggered by Israel's preemptive strike late Thursday night. From the complex web of geopolitical strategy to the emotional toll on diaspora communities, this episode cuts deep. The host doesn’t shy away from his Iranian heritage, offering raw reflections on what it means to support change without cheering

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00:43:22

EP#330 | DSD | DSD's Favorite Leftist Greg Stoker...

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2025/06/13

🎙️ EP#330 | DSD | DSD's Favorite Leftist Greg Stoker Breaks It Down: ICE Raids, Palestine & Palantir SurveillanceIn this explosive return, Greg Stoker—self-described “dirty leftist political ambassador”—joins host Ray Doustdar for a no-holds-barred breakdown of current political flashpoints. From the controversial ICE raids in LA to Trump’s military parade and the resurrection of post-9/11 authoritarian tactics, Greg offers razor-sharp commentary laced with first-hand knowledge and unfiltered

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00:34:19

EP#329 | DSD | 75 Hard, Mental Toughness &...

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2025/06/12

🎙️ EP#329 | DSD | 75 Hard, Mental Toughness & Manufactured ChaosWhat do Navy SEAL discipline, political deception, and LA riots have in common? In this jam-packed solo episode, we kick things off with a powerful monologue from Andy Frisella, the founder of the viral 75 Hard program. Ray unpacks the challenge’s appeal and pitfalls — especially the sustainability of hyper-disciplined routines versus real-life balance. He even floats a cheeky spinoff: 365 Hard. But the deeper question remains: is

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00:51:32

EP#328 | GUEST | Gaza Through the Eyes of a Doctor:...

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2025/06/11

🎙️ EP#328 | GUEST | Gaza Through the Eyes of a Doctor: Dr. Mimi Syed’s Firsthand TestimonyIn one of the most powerful interviews in DSD history, Ray Doustdar is joined by Dr. Mimi Syed—an American physician who has now completed two medical missions in Gaza. Fresh from delivering her testimony at the Gaza Tribunal in Sarajevo, Dr. Syed brings a raw, firsthand account of the devastation, medical horror, and systematic dehumanization occurring in the region. With over 86% of her patients being

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00:37:32

EP#327 | DSD | ICE Raids, Chaos in LA & Manufactured...

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2025/06/10

🎙️ EP#327 | DSD | ICE Raids, Chaos in LA & Manufactured Mayhem?When a humanitarian doctor opens the show with a haunting truth about Gaza, you know this episode won’t hold back. Host dives deep into Dr. Mimi Syed’s compelling fieldwork, connecting her eyewitness accounts of trauma and resilience in Palestine with the raw turbulence unfolding on U.S. soil. Her brief but powerful intro sets the tone for a conversation that spans continents, crises, and control narratives.The real storm hits in

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00:48:42

EP#326 | GUEST | Fighting the Beast: Canada,...

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2025/06/09

🎙️ EP#326 | GUEST | Fighting the Beast: Canada, Conspiracies & Censorship with NewsUpdates4RealWhat happens when a Canadian political insider turned accidental influencer sits down with Ray for an uncensored reality check on media, government, and the illusion of choice? This week, John—aka @NewsUpdates4Real (with 1.4M followers!)—joins us for a high-octane dive into geopolitics, surveillance, censorship, and elite manipulation. From growing up in Canadian politics to exposing global corruption

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00:53:22

EP#325 | DSD | Elon vs. Trump: The Twitter Feud, AI...

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2025/06/06

🎙️ EP#325 | DSD | Elon vs. Trump: The Twitter Feud, AI Power Plays & The PsyOp TheoryWhat begins as a casual Friday update turns into a fiery dissection of one of the most bizarre online political feuds of the year—Elon Musk vs. Donald Trump. In this episode, host Ray D breaks down the unexpected social media standoff that includes scorched-earth tweets, threats to SpaceX contracts, and even accusations involving Epstein’s flight logs. But is it all real, or just another strategic

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00:35:45

EP#324 | GUEST | Disrupting the War Machine:...

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2025/06/04

🎙️ EP#324 | GUEST | Disrupting the War Machine: CODEPINK’s Stand Against MilitarismIn this no-holds-barred episode, Ray is joined by Danaka Katovich, a fierce anti-war activist and national organizer with CODEPINK, the women-led grassroots movement challenging U.S. militarism head-on. Broadcasting straight from the heart of activism, Danaka breaks down how CODEPINK confronts power in the halls of Congress, calls out bipartisan war hypocrisy, and dismantles political propaganda—one viral clip at a

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00:31:58

EP#323 | DSD | X Gon’ Give It to Elon, The Pentagon...

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2025/06/03

🎙️ EP#323 | DSD | X Gon’ Give It to Elon, The Pentagon Hole & Jake Tapper’s Jedi TricksElon Musk shows up to a Trump presser with a black eye—and the story behind it is wilder than fiction. In this episode, we unpack the surreal saga of Elon stepping back from Doge, his rumored entanglement with Stephen Miller’s wife, and a viral press conference that sparked whispers of secret societies and humiliation rituals. Was it really Lil X who gave him the shiner? Or is something deeper brewing in the

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00:32:32

EP#322 | DSD | COVID Reckonings, Jordan Peterson’s...

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2025/05/30

🎙️ EP#322 | DSD | COVID Reckonings, Jordan Peterson’s Fade & Vaccine TruthsIn this fearless solo episode, we dive headfirst into the volatile waters of vaccine discourse, pandemic accountability, and the brewing backlash against power structures that pushed the global narrative. From revisiting explosive feedback on Pastor Steven Anderson to dissecting a British doctor’s brutal take on vaccine repercussions, the mic is hot and the opinions are raw. The host makes no apologies while revisiting

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00:53:02

EP#321 | GUEST | Being Baptist, Zionism & the King...

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2025/05/29

🎙️ EP#321 | GUEST | Faith, Zionism & the Bible: Pastor Steven Anderson Breaks It DownWhat does it really mean to be a Baptist? Why do so many American Christians support Israel without question? In this gripping episode, Ray sits down with Pastor Steven Anderson—an independent Baptist minister known for his bold, unfiltered takes on theology, the Bible, and geopolitics. The conversation dives deep into Christianity’s structure, the King James Bible, and the controversial teachings of the

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00:31:28

EP#320 | DSD | False Flags, Trump’s Iran Gamble &...

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2025/05/28

🎙️ EP#320 | DSD | False Flags, Trump’s Iran Gamble & Nick Fuentes' TakeWhat happens when you platform one of the most controversial voices in the alt-political scene? In this episode, we dive into a polarizing, high-voltage clip from Nick Fuentes, exploring complex geopolitics, false flag operations, and America’s precarious dance with Iran. From bold accusations about Israeli influence to Trump’s unpredictability as a world leader, this isn’t just a hot take—it’s a tactical dissection of

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00:29:15

EP#319 | DSD | Same Old Situation: Trump’s Middle...

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2025/05/22

🎙️ EP#319 | DSD | Same Old Situation: Trump’s Middle East Flex, Biden’s Cancer News & Epstein Files ReloadedThe latest episode kicks off with a nostalgic riff on Mötley Crüe—because nothing says “same old situation” quite like another Epstein update. But this isn’t just a rock-n-roll throwback. From deep dives into lyrics that hit surprisingly hard to connecting cultural vibes with political deja vu, this one’s got it all. It's candid, reflective, and subtly sharp.Then it’s off to the

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00:25:30

EP#318 | DSD | Advil, Epstein & the Black Book That...

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2025/05/20

🎙️ EP#318 | DSD | Advil, Epstein & the Black Book That Never DropsNeck pain, NSAIDs, and Epstein—oh my. In this episode, we kick things off with an unexpectedly insightful health detour: a deep dive into over-the-counter meds, inflammation, and why ChatGPT’s got jokes even when you’re hurting. From memory foam betrayal to breaking down ibuprofen vs. acetaminophen, this is health advice with a DSD twist.But the main course? A full-frontal takedown of the political 180s surrounding the Jeffrey

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01:11:15

EP#317 | GUEST | Inside the West Bank: Caleb Dicks on...

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2025/05/15

🎙️ EP#317 | GUEST | Inside the West Bank: Caleb Dicks on Faith, Military, and Truth-TellingIn this raw and eye-opening episode, Ray Doustdar sits down with viral sensation Caleb Dicks — known online as Clyde — for an unfiltered conversation about his recent journey to the West Bank. With over 1.5 million views on his now-infamous video, Caleb shares what he witnessed on the ground, offering a gripping first-person account of life inside an occupied zone. From checkpoints and surveillance to

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