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Breaking Battlegrounds

Breaking Battlegrounds

Breaking Battlegrounds is a Politics Podcast show that interviews opinion leaders from across the world to discuss politics, culture, and policies that are shaping our day-to-day lives. breakingbattlegrounds.substack.com

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01:18:47

Iran's Unrest, U.S. Security Concerns, California's...

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2026/03/06

On this episode of Breaking Battlegrounds, hosts Sam Stone and Chuck Warren sit down with a wide-ranging lineup of guests to discuss global conflict, national security, state policy battles, and Arizona politics. Journalist Alessandra Hay, reporting from Armenia, joins the show to discuss her recent reporting on Iranian dissidents gathering in exile in Yerevan and the growing instability inside Iran. She shares stories from her article "The Iranian Exiles Bar Where Revolution Is Dreamed Up" and

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29:08

David Schweikert on His Run for Arizona Governor

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2026/03/02

On this episode of Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck Warren sits down with Congressman David Schweikert to discuss his campaign for Arizona governor. Schweikert lays out his vision for the state's future and why he believes his experience in Congress has prepared him for the governor's office. From water policy to inflation and state budgeting, this conversation dives into what's at stake in the race for Arizona's top job.

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01:00:49

Iran Internet Shutdowns, Epstein Files Fallout &...

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2026/02/27

On this episode of Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck Warren and Sam Stone connect the dots between global censorship, financial markets, media power, and geopolitical instability. They tackle the Epstein files fallout, examining political double standards, media silence surrounding certain powerful figures, and what real accountability would look like. The conversation expands into the shifting media landscape, including a major acquisition that could significantly alter CNN and legacy news coverage in

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01:16:33

AI on the Frontlines, Arizona's Tech Boom & Fighting...

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2026/02/20

This week on Breaking Battleground, we tackle the biggest technological and geopolitical shifts shaping our future. First, Aaron Zelinger, CEO of Closure Intelligence, and Dan Dow, District Attorney of San Luis Obispo County, join us to discuss how artificial intelligence is transforming law enforcement and the legal system. From cartel investigations to protecting sensitive case data, they explain how AI tools are improving truth-finding, safeguarding privacy, and helping prosecutors make critical

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01:20:16

Trump Economy, ICE Showdowns, School Choice &...

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2026/02/13

On today's episode of Breaking Battlegrounds, hosts Chuck Warren and Sam Stone tackle the issues driving today's headlines, from the economy and immigration fights to crime, culture, and the future of education. First, Henry Olsen joins the show to break down Europe's political shocks, including ATM bombings in Switzerland and a coming vote that could cap the country's population. The conversation turns to why Epstein remains in the headlines, shifting Democratic messaging around ICE, and the

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01:17:49

Melania Trump, Educational School Choice Scholarship...

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2026/02/06

Our first guest is Alex Swoyer, editor-at-large at The Washington Times, where she covers law and politics in Washington. Alex also hosts "The Sitdown with Alex Swoyer" and writes the popular column "Seen, Heard & Whispered." She joins us to break down how House Republicans are currently outpacing Democrats as the midterms approach. While Republicans do not hold a lead in the Senate, they face the challenge of defending their majority while also working to pick up additional seats. Growing

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01:29:46

Trump Accounts for Kids, Hold My Beer – let's talk CA...

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2026/01/30

Jessica Anderson joins Breaking Battlegrounds this week to discuss the Trump Accounts for Kids, an innovative public-private partnership included in the Big Beautiful Bill. The program focuses on saving today and investing in the future, with business leaders matching contributions to a modern version of "baby bonds." It represents a meaningful investment in the American Dream for the next generation. Jessica also breaks down the rapid and damaging shift under Abigail Spanberger. Spanberger

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01:06:58

Greenland, Silicon Desert, Police Bodycams and Comedy

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2026/01/23

Our first guest today is Josh Hammer, senior editor-at-large at Newsweek, host of The Josh Hammer Show, and author of Israel and Civilization: The Fate of the Jewish Nation and the Destiny of the West. Josh explores America's long-standing interest in Greenland, dating back to the Lincoln and Truman administrations. While Denmark maintains limited authority over the territory, NATO oversees much of Greenland's day-to-day security—and with the United States serving as the backbone of NATO, Josh

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01:04:20

Iran Edition: A Crime Against Humanity

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2026/01/20

Our first guest today is Roya Hakakian, author of Journey from the Land of No. Born and raised in Iran, Roya explains that what has unfolded there over the past two weeks is comparable in national trauma and moral consequence to the September 11, 2001 attacks or the October 7 terrorist massacre. She argues that the world's failure to grasp the scale of these events is akin to 9/11 happening and no one paying attention. The reports are horrific—reminiscent of genocidal campaigns of the 20th

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01:13:39

Former Ambassador Thomas Shannon, Jr discusses...

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2026/01/16

Our first guest today is Former Ambassador Thomas Shannon, Jr, a Senior International Policy Advisor bringing more than three decades of government service and diplomatic experience to his practice, providing strategic counsel to clients across a range of legislative, foreign police, and national security issues. Thomas explains why France, Italy, and Spain have been hesitant to designate the Islamic Revolutionary Guard as a terrorist organization, despite its extensive involvement in terrorist

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57:49

Chapters of the War in Ukraine, the Tijuana River...

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2026/01/09

Our first guest today is Alessandra Hay, reporting from Kyiv, Ukraine. Alessandra discusses a growing humanitarian crisis: the lack of space to bury the dead. Severe shortages of cemetery plots have forced burials outside designated cemeteries, raising concerns about contamination of local water supplies. Ukraine is now in the final stages of constructing a crematorium in Kyiv to address the issue. Hay also explains that announcements of peace talks have little impact on daily life for Ukrainians,

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01:01:00

Venezuela Edition – "What the heck's going on down...

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2026/01/08

On today's special, we turn our full attention to Venezuela, exploring the need for intervention with four guests who offer varied firsthand experiences and perspectives on the country and President Trump's role. Our first guest is Santiago Vidal Calvo, a cities policy analyst focused on government accountability and transparency through the Manhattan Institute's Freedom of Information Law initiatives. Born in Caracas, Venezuela, Vidal Calvo immigrated to the United States in 2021. He explains why

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01:09:58

Anna Giaritelli discusses border crossings under the...

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2026/01/02

Happy New Year! Our first episode of 2026 we discuss the border and the focus shifting to the interior of country, the American Dream, Australia and the Bondi attacks and positive outlook forecasted for our economy and market. First, Anna Giaritelli, an award-winning journalist and writer whose reporting for the Washington Examiner, shines light on the Trump Administration's latest effort to secure our Southern border - deploying buoys in the Texas river as a marine wall, how the immigration crisis

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01:08:17

Merry Christmas from Breaking Battlegrounds

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2025/12/22

This Christmas on Breaking Battlegrounds, we celebrate the history, meaning, and enduring spirit of the season with two beloved guests. First, nationally known speaker, best-selling author, and Amerisearch president William Federer returns to take listeners on a fascinating journey through the true history of Christmas, exploring the real story of Saint Nicholas, the origins of beloved holiday traditions, and pivotal moments when Christmas shaped American history, from Valley Forge to the post–World

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20:09

Scott Johnson on Rep. Ilhan Omar Marrying Her Brother...

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2025/12/20

Scott Johnson, an original contributor to the blog Power Line, joins the show to break down his decade-long reporting on Rep. Ilhan Omar marrying her brother and the extensive fraud issues tied to Minnesota's Somali community. Johnson walks through the documentation, court records, and investigative reporting that underpin the marriage allegations, explains why the story has been ignored or downplayed by much of the media, and connects it to broader patterns of political protection and

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01:28:37

China's AI War, Haiti's Humanitarian Crisis, and Rep....

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2025/12/19

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck Warren and Sam Stone are joined by four expert guests to unpack the biggest issues shaping national security, global stability, media accountability, and the economy. Dr. Mike Waller, national security expert, investigative journalist, and former CIA operative, explains why artificial intelligence is America's most critical strategic asset, how China and Russia deploy espionage and "honeypot" tactics to steal U.S. technology, and why U.S. dominance in AI is

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01:09:46

America's Wake Up Call on China, Schools, and Taxes

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2025/12/12

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, we take on three of the biggest issues shaping America's future: national security, education, and taxes. First, Dr. Meg Reiss, founder and CEO of SolidIntel, joins the show to explain how American red tape is strengthening China's dominance over rare earth minerals. Then, National Emmy winning investigative reporter Chris Papst of Fox45 Baltimore joins to discuss his book Failure Factory, which uncovers America's public education crisis, including how

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01:28:42

Peer Review Gone Wild, the New GOP, and Trump Accounts

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2025/12/05

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, we examine the state of American institutions, the GOP, and family finances with three great guests. First, Goldwater Institute Senior Fellow Timothy K. Minella joins the show to discuss his new report "Peer Review Gone Wild," which argues that major academic journals are prioritizing ideology over rigorous scholarship, undermining public trust in taxpayer-funded research and evidence-based policymaking. Then, Jesse Arm, vice president of external affairs at the

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01:05:52

Inside Gen Z Politics and What the Epstein Files Reveal

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2025/11/21

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Sam Stone joins National Review columnist and Locked In host Caroline Downey and Manhattan Institute Fellow Daniel Di Martino in person at Arizona State University for a conversation on "Gen Z: The Future of American Politics," exploring cultural trends, campus movements, and the shifting ideological landscape among younger voters. Later in the show, Chuck and Sam are joined by investigative reporter Ben Wieder of McClatchy's Washington bureau and the

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47:22

The Real History of Thanksgiving, American...

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2025/11/18

This Thanksgiving week on Breaking Battlegrounds, we're grateful for all our listeners and hope you enjoy a special show filled with history, tradition, and service. We kick things off with best-selling author and historian William Federer, who walks us through the real story behind Thanksgiving, the Pilgrims, and how the holiday became a national celebration. Then Kiley shares the fascinating and nearly forgotten history of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, including the years when giant helium

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