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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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01:07:01

EP#296 | GUEST | From MLB to Bible Truths: JSlay USA...

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2025/04/01

🎙️ EP#296 | GUEST | From Baseball to Bible Truths: JSlay USA on Faith, Chistian Zionism, the USS Liberty & a Different Trump Post-Assassination:What do you get when a pro athlete-turned-truth teller steps into the arena? A home run of an episode. Jeremy Slayden, aka JSlay USA, joins Ray for a powerful, unfiltered Deep Shallow Dive into his journey from Gatorade Player of the Year and Georgia Tech standout to a fearless voice calling out uncomfortable truths. But Jeremy’s story isn’t just about

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00:24:10

EP#295 | DSD | From Triglycerides to Trump, Burps,...

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2025/03/31

🎙️ EP#295 | DSD | From Triglycerides to Trump, Burps, Flossing, the Bible & Base MAGA & MTG’s Rant:This rare Monday drop kicks off with host reflections on health missteps, cholesterol clarity, and the unfiltered truth about flossing (seriously, he goes in). After correcting a key point from Friday’s cholesterol episode, we dive into the underestimated importance of triglycerides and why your bathroom routine might be silently sabotaging your health.But don’t let the Coke Zero and floss

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00:29:20

EP#294 | DSD | Is Cholesterol the Villain… or a...

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2025/03/28

🎙️ EP#294 | DSD | Is Cholesterol the Villain… or a Misunderstood Metric?What if everything you thought about cholesterol was wrong? In this eye-opening solo episode, Ray peels back the layers on his latest bloodwork results and takes us on a deep shallow dive into the truth about cholesterol. After a surprising uptick in his LDL and total cholesterol numbers—despite feeling leaner and stronger than ever—Ray challenges conventional health wisdom and puts the much-feared "200 cholesterol rule" under

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01:07:20

EP#293 | GUEST | Alan Shebaro: Special Forces to...

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2025/03/26

🎙️ EP#293 | GUEST | Alan Shebaro: From Special Forces to Speaking Truths About War, Palestine & PowerWhat happens when a highly trained U.S. Army Special Forces veteran begins to question everything he once believed in? In this raw and eye-opening episode, Ray sits down with Alan Shebaro, a former counterterrorism operative turned truth-teller, who pulls no punches as he reflects on his military service in Iraq, the cost of the post-9/11 wars, and the devastating realities of America’s foreign

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00:28:14

EP#292 | DSD | From Funk to Friendship: Rediscovering...

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2025/03/25

🎙️ EP#292 | DSD | From Funk to Friendship: Rediscovering Real Connection in a Digital WorldIn this deeply personal and unfiltered episode, Ray peels back the curtain and opens up like never before. Instead of launching into the usual geopolitics or AI chatter, he kicks things off with a powerful story about reconnecting with old college friends—Todd Keen and Jeff Brunka—and the surprisingly profound impact that one night of real-world friendship had on his mindset, his mental health, and even the

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00:31:43

EP#291 | DSD | Wesley Clark, War Plans & the Iran...

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2025/03/21

🎙️ EP#291 | DSD | Wesley Clark, War Plans & the Iran PlaybookIn this eye-opening episode, we revisit a powerful 2007 interview with General Wesley Clark that has never felt more relevant. The Deep Shallow Dive unpacks Clark’s bombshell claim about a post-9/11 Pentagon memo outlining plans to topple seven countries—including Iraq, Syria, and ultimately Iran. Fast-forward to 2025, and this episode explores how much of that blueprint has quietly come to life, prompting hard questions about

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00:36:36

EP#290 | DSD | The Truth About Israel, Palestine &...

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2025/03/20

🎙️ EP#290 | DSD | The Truth About Israel, Palestine & U.S. Policy – A Deep Dive with Elijah Kahlenberg💣 The fight for free speech, political activism, and the reality of U.S. foreign policy – Elijah Kahlenberg is back! This episode is packed with raw, unfiltered conversation about the crackdown on student activism, the Israel-Palestine conflict, and the shocking parallels to past historical injustices.Host Ray Doustdar and Elijah Kahlenberg discuss the deportation of student activist Muhammad

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00:29:15

EP289 | DSD | Macron: The Hidden Truth?

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2025/03/18

🎙️ EP289 | DSD | Macron: The Hidden Truth?🇫🇷 This episode of Deep Shallow Dive takes a wild turn as we explore the bombshell allegations surrounding French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte Macron. What started as a quiet conspiracy on the fringes of French media has now exploded into a global discussion—Is Brigitte Macron hiding a major secret about her past? With voices like Candace Owens and Tucker Carlson weighing in, we dive deep into the shocking claims, the missing family

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00:54:11

EP#288 | GUEST | US ARMY Veteran and Activist: Greg...

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2025/03/14

🎙️ EP# 288 | GUEST | US ARMY Veteran and Activist: Greg Stoker Defines Lefties vs. LiberalsIn this episode of Deep Shallow Dive, host Ray Doustdar welcomes Greg Stoker, a former U.S. Army Ranger with a background in military intelligence, to break down the complex political spectrum of leftist vs. liberal ideologies. Greg shares his insights on why he considers the Democratic Party to be a right-wing party and explains why, as a leftist, he spends more time clashing with liberals than

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00:33:06

EP#287 | DSD | The Political Power Struggle & Mahmoud...

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2025/03/13

🎙️ EP#287 | DSD | The Political Power Struggle & Mahmoud Khalil's Case:In this episode of Deep Shallow Dive, we reflect on Libya and Gaddafi, questioning historical narratives and the media’s role in shaping public perception. The host critiques both U.S. political parties, highlighting the influence of the "uniparty" and special interest groups. Trump's recent attack on Thomas Massie, one of the few politicians refusing AIPAC money, raises concerns about political integrity

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00:37:01

EP#286 | DSD | The Assassination of Gaddafi: A Deep...

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2025/03/12

🎙️ EP#286 | DSD | The Assassination of Gaddafi: A Deep Dive into Libya, Regime Change, and Global Power PlaysIn this episode of Deep Shallow Dive, we take a thought-provoking look at the 2011 assassination of Muammar Gaddafi and its far-reaching implications. The episode kicks off with a discussion on the U.S.-led NATO intervention in Libya, driven by the Obama administration with Hillary Clinton playing a key role. It explores how Gaddafi's long-standing rule and his ambition to create a

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00:34:46

EP#285 | DSD | Trump Report Card: How is he Doing?

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2025/03/11

🎙️ EP#285 | DSD | Trump Report Card: How is he Doing?In this episode of Deep Shallow Dive, we break down Trump’s presidency so far, assessing what’s working, what’s failing, and why Trump Worship Syndrome isn’t helping. The host, who voted for Trump in 2020 but not in 2016, examines how his leadership compares to expectations, especially in terms of uniting the country. While Trump’s resilience in the face of legal and political challenges is acknowledged, his approach lacks finesse, and his

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00:54:37

EP#284 | DSD | Trump's Speech Analysis & Jeffrey...

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2025/03/05

🎙️ EP#284 | DSD | Jeffrey Sachs on Ukraine, NATO & U.S. Foreign Policy:In this episode, we take a Deep Shallow Dive into U.S. foreign policy, NATO expansion, and the war in Ukraine with insights from Professor Jeffrey Sachs. The host revisits the Trump-Zelensky press conference, highlighting media manipulation and reactionary social media trends. He urges listeners to focus on facts over narratives, calling out the tribal nature of modern political discourse.The episode features a six-minute

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01:47:11

EP#283 | DSD | Trump Zelenskyy Press Conference –...

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2025/03/03

🎙️ EP#283 | DSD | Trump’s Ukraine Press Conference – What Really Happened?Over the weekend, social media exploded with debates about Friday’s Trump-Zelensky press conference, but did anyone actually watch the full 57-minute event? In this episode, we cut through the viral soundbites to uncover what really happened.This presser was meant to announce a U.S.-Ukraine agreement involving financial aid and a 50% split of Ukraine’s rare earth minerals. But instead, things got tense—Zelensky pushed back,

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00:48:17

EP#282 | GUEST | The Ukraine Project: A Deep Dive...

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2025/02/28

🎙️ EP#282 | GUEST | The Ukraine Project: A Deep Dive with Christine LynnIn this episode of Deep Shallow Dive, Ray Doustdar welcomes historian and geopolitical analyst Christine Lynn for an in-depth discussion on the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Christine, an expert on Russia with over 30 years of published work, provides an alternative perspective on the war, challenging the mainstream narrative. She argues that Russia’s 2022 "Special Military Operation" (SMO) was a necessary and justified

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00:37:38

EP#281 | DSD | ChatGPT & Health, Trump’s Gaza,...

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2025/02/27

🎙️ EP#281 | DSD | ChatGPT for Health, Trump’s Gaza Video, Dan Crenshaw & Tucker, Monica Lewinsky, $17B Cali Railway:In this episode of Deep Shallow Dive, we kick things off with a personal story about using ChatGPT to prepare for a cardiologist visit with my mom. I share how AI helped structure the conversation, making sure we asked the right questions about her heart health. From EKGs to nuclear stress tests, I break down the process and explain how technology can be leveraged for better

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00:31:52

EP#280 | DSD | Zelensky, NATO, Epstein, Dan Bongino...

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2025/02/25

🎙️ EP#280 | DSD | Zelensky, NATO, Epstein, Dan Bongino and Kash Patel, and Vaxx ChatterIn this episode of Deep Shallow Dive, we cover a wide range of critical topics, from personal health habits to deep geopolitical issues. We start with a strong reminder about fitness—steps, blood tests, and the benefits of proximity to a gym. The host shares personal fitness stats and health insights, emphasizing the importance of movement and sauna use. Transitioning into global affairs, we discuss Ukraine,

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00:19:36

EP#279 | DSD | Being Zesty, Pentagon, CNN & Jaime...

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2025/02/21

🎙️ EP#279 | DSD | Owen Wilson, Conspiracies & Controlled Narratives:In today's episode, we kick off with a fun discussion about "zestiness," featuring a hilarious clip of NFL cornerback Jalen Ramsey delivering one of the most animated post-game interviews ever. This sets the stage for a deep dive into audience feedback on a recent aviation incident. Listeners pointed out inconsistencies in the statements of passenger John Nelson and the crash footage, fueling skepticism about the official

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00:35:34

EP#278 | DSD | The Toronto Plane Crash: What Really...

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2025/02/20

🎙️ EP#278 | DSD | The Toronto Plane Crash: What Really Happened?Tonight’s episode takes a Deep Shallow Dive into the shocking Delta plane crash outside Toronto, examining the footage, passenger reactions, and the narratives emerging around the incident. We break down the bizarre details, including the lack of immediate official surveillance footage, the oddly-timed viral videos, and a passenger’s conflicting media statements. Is there more to this story than meets the eye?We analyze pilot

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00:24:04

EP#277 | DSD | Jon Stewart vs. DoD, Elon & DOGE,...

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2025/02/18

🎙️ EP#277 | DSD | Jon Stewart vs. DoD, Elon & DOGE, Ukraine, Tucker, Gaza, Trump:In this episode of Deep Shallow Dive, we break down Jon Stewart’s hard-hitting interview with Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks. Stewart presses Hicks on the Department of Defense’s (DoD) consistent failure to pass audits, questioning whether this signals corruption and waste within the U.S. military. The conversation highlights the staggering $850 billion defense budget and its lack of financial

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