Episode #37: Narco-Terrorism, Vaccine Controversies, and More Epstein Fallout

Deconstructing Power and Propaganda: US Military Actions, Vaccine Policy, and the Epstein CaseIn this episode of 'Propaganda Loves You,' host Kodie, along with Arthur and Joe, delve into the ramifications of US counterterrorism tactics, including recent military actions against Venezuelan drug runners. They discuss how counterterrorism laws are being used to justify these actions, drawing parallels to the Sackler family's role in the opioid crisis. The conversation touches on the unequal media coverage of Western vs. non-Western terrorism and state violence. The latter part of the episode covers the controversial actions and statements of high-profile political figures like RFK Jr. and Donald Trump, especially in relation to their handling of COVID-19 vaccines and the Epstein scandal. They also explore the political implications of emergency response strategies, the role of the National Guard in cities like Chicago, and the erosion of constitutional protections. The episode wraps up with reflections on the resilience and future of American democracy.00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome00:44 Recap of Previous Episode01:17 Discussion on US Strike on Venezuelan Ship01:57 Comparing Western and Middle Eastern Conflicts03:40 Narco-Terrorism and US Justifications05:07 Resource Control and Global Politics17:55 RFK Jr. and Vaccine Controversies22:14 Trump's National Guard Deployment Plans31:36 Republican Rhetoric on Social Safety Nets32:07 Public Outrage and Defunding Schools33:10 Historical Revolts and Patience of the Oppressed34:37 Constitutional Insights on Injustice35:22 Revolutions and Inequality35:55 Grand Reopening of the Capital History Museum37:14 Trump, Epstein, and Conspiracy Theories37:38 Republican Defense of Trump38:03 Epstein Files and Political Hypocrisy51:14 Bunker Barn Ad Break52:40 West Coast Alliance and Vaccine Policies56:42 Podcast Updates and Listener Statistics58:35 Closing Remarks and Call to ActionSources for this episode - https://www.kenklippenstein.com/p/exclusive-leak-confirms-chicago-military?utm_source=substack&publication_id=7677&post_id=172711180&utm_medium=email&utm_content=share&utm_campaign=email-share&triggerShare=true&isFreemail=true&r=398z4g&triedRedirect=truehttps://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/u-s-military-strikes-on-suspected-drug-smugglers-spark-legal-and-diplomatic-concernshttps://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cdjzw3gplv7ohttps://www.state.gov/designation-of-international-cartelshttps://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/9/3/will-happen-again-marco-rubio-hints-at-further-us-strikes-in-caribbeanhttps://www.bbc.com/news/videos/c8rvxzkjrr0ohttps://www.npr.org/2025/09/05/nx-s1-5530051/trump-national-guard-chicago-baltimore-new-orleanshttps://abc7chicago.com/post/national-guard-chicago-expanded-ice-operations-expected-start-saturday-governor-jb-pritzker-says/17737342/https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/sep/05/trump-ice-immigration-chicago-national-guardhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pN6JZvPVCBYhttps://www.npr.org/sections/shots-health-news/2025/08/20/nx-s1-5507208/after-shooting-cdc-workers-demand-more-protections-from-hhs-secretary