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News, current events, history, and politics... without the slant of the mainstream. On the Middle Theory podcast, Micah Hanks provides an independent, nonpartisan look at what's happening in the world, and always with a nod to the lessons history can teach us. The tone is often dark, but with a penchant for humor, aimed at creating images in the mind and colors in the listener's ear while diving into the issues of today. Hanks takes an approach that is skeptical and highly caffeinated, asking hard questions about news, politics, cultural trends, historical events, and other relevant topics. Middle Theory is willing to ask questions and address viewpoints that many listeners will disagree with, but also cause them to think critically and challenge their own ideas and ideologies. Join us for a mental foray into the "radical center" on Middle Theory.Copyright Micah Hanks, All Rights Reserved. Ciencia Política Ciencias Sociales Política y Gobierno
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  • Weaponized Unpredictability | 04.02.26.

    Weaponized Unpredictability | 04.02.26.
    Apr 2 2026
    This week, mixed messaging over the ongoing war in the Middle East continues, as President Donald Trump engages in "weaponized unpredictability" in advance of a possible ground invasion of Iran. Our investigations kick off this week with the odd story of a mysterious new "numbers station" that began broadcasting shortly after the Iran war began, and the question over who has been trying to jam its transmissions. We then look at ongoing upsets in Washington that include the ousting of (now former) Attorney General Pam Bondi, before shifting our attention over to the question of President Trump's intentions regarding Iran. While Trump continues to say that the war will soon end, some indications point to the possibility, according to various sources, of a potential ground invasion. We examine this and other concerning realities as the conflict rages on, and global markets continue to tremor under the resulting volatility. This episode of Middle Theory is dedicated to the casualties of the ongoing war in Iran, including U.S. military personnel and innocent civilians killed during the military conflict. If you like Middle Theory and want to help support the show, you can donate to the program here: DOLLARS FOR DONUTS Daniel Baumberger Jon Marsh Elisa Carlson SHOW NOTES TO THE MOON: Artemis II Launch Live Updates: NASA Astronauts Begin 10-Day Moon Mission STRANGE SIGNALS: A Mysterious Signal Began Transmitting as the Iran War Erupted Pam Bondi ousted as attorney general, source says | CNN Politics GRAHAM'S FANTASY LAND: TMZ Goes After Members of Congress Living It Up Amid DHS Shutdown Lindsey Graham responds after photos show him at Disney World BROKERS OF WAR: Pentagon denies that Hegseth's broker sou ght investment before Iran war NO NATO: US-Europe rift widens as Trump lashes out at NATO allies over Mideast war TRUMP ADDRESSES THE NATION: President Trump Delivers an Address to the Nation, Apr. 1, 2026 CEASEFIRE? Live updates: President Trump delivers White House address about Iran warPRICES RISE: Oil gains with Brent surging more than 8% as Trump's Iran war speech stokes fears of further escalation GROUND INVASION? Is Trump planning a ground invasion of Iran on Good Friday? 50k TROOPS ALREADY: The U.S. Now Has Over 50,000 Troops in the Middle East MORE FOR WAR? Thousands more US troops headed to Middle East aboard aircraft carrier EXPIDITIONARY UNITS: Iran War: What a Marine Expeditionary Unit is – and other US military termsTHE GREAT URANIUM HEIST: Risky commando plan to seize Iran's uranium came at Trump's request NOT THE OWNER! Judge Leon opinion on White House ballroomTRUMP TO THE COURT: Trump Attends Supreme Court Oral Arguments in a Presidential First Supreme Court justices cast doubt on Trump's birthright citizenship orderBIG BULLY: Trump Accused of Trying to Bully SCOTUS to Their Faces SWIFT DEPARTURE: Trump storms out of SCOT US birthright hearing as arguments against him begin JOIN US To send us feedback, you can email us here.Follow Middle Theory on X.com here.Donate to the program here.
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  • War for Profit | 03.29.26.

    War for Profit | 03.29.26.
    Mar 29 2026
    This week, a sudden surge in suspicious trading activity linked to the U.S.-Iran conflict is raising concerns about the misuse of insider knowledge in prediction markets and financial systems. The ongoing U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran has fueled a surge in defense spending and profits for major military contractors, as demand for advanced weapons systems intensifies. Leading U.S. firms—including Lockheed Martin, RTX, Northrop Grumman, and Boeing—have seen rising stock prices and increased production following high-level coordination with the White House. The conflict has already driven billions of dollars in weapons use, spanning missile systems, stealth aircraft, and drones. However, amid the rise in defense spending seen in recent days, another alarming trend has emerged: an apparent series of well-timed trades has experts concerned about insider trading, prompting market observers to question the unusual activity. In our analysis this week, we look at the implications of such activity, as prediction platforms that allow users to profit from their knowledge continue to expand and intersect with global events, and what it means in the broader context of the current War in Iran. This episode of Middle Theory is dedicated to the casualties of the ongoing war in Iran, including U.S. military personnel and innocent civilians killed during the military conflict. If you like Middle Theory and want to help support the show, you can donate to the program here: DOLLARS FOR DONUTS Lane Marshall Richard Florio Constance Butterworth SHOW NOTES NO KINGS DAY: 5 Takeaways From the 'No Kings' Rallies as the Midterms Heat Up TSA TROUBLES: Funding TSA won't fix long airport lines overnight Trump orders DHS to pay TSA agents during agency shutdown INTERCEPT ON ICE: How to Kee p ICE Agents Out of Your Phone at the Airport KREMLIN: Kremlin issues chilling 'nuclear war' warning and blames Trump's 'gross' errorFOOD FEARS: Global Food Supply Faces a Dangerous Bottleneck as Iran War PersistsOIL TOILS: Oil prices close at highest level since 2022 as Iran negotiations fail to ease supply fears STOCK SHOCK: Stock Market News, March 27, 2026: Dow falls over 790 points and enters a correction WAR GAINS: Mysterious trading patterns follow Trump into war $580M oil trades made minutes before Trump's key Iran announcement draw scrutiny Mystery traders may have bagged $40M-$50M on T rump's announcement to pause Iran attacks: sources MIND-BLOWING CORRUPTION: Traders Placed Massive Bets Minutes Before Trump Post on Iran FLASHBACK: How Anonymous Bettors Cashed In on the Ira n Strike, Just Hours Before It HappenedMIC: 'It Takes Money to Kill Bad Guys': Trump's Iran War Set to Boost Profits For Defense Contractors WAR PROFITS: Which US and Israeli military companies are profiting from the Iran warEUROPEAN PERSPECTIVE: The Business of War: Who Is Profiting From the Iran Conflict OIL BOOM: For Western Oil Companies, War in Iran Means Bigger Profits, and Risks Democrats urge windfall tax as big oil set to make billions from Iran warENERGY PROFITS: Trump's Iran War Is Driving Up Energy Prices. Here's Who Profits.EVEN IRAN? Trump's war is bad eno ugh, but now he's helping Iran profit | Opinion PICKING UP THE TAB: As war raises oil prices, households pay while energy companies profit BOVINO'S LAST STAND: Gregory Bovino's Final Days: Harsh Words and Few Regrets CHEROKEE? Ex-border chief Greg Bovino called migrants 'filth' — yet claimed minority status: report JOIN US To send us feedback, you can email us here.Follow Middle Theory on X.com here.Donate to the program here.
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  • Enemies in High Places | 02.22.26.

    Enemies in High Places | 02.22.26.
    Mar 22 2026
    This week, the U.S. approaches a rapidly escalating geopolitical and domestic crisis, fueled by rhetoric in Washington and centered on the expanding U.S.–Iran conflict. Tensions within the United States have deepened, as political rhetoric sharpens and institutional friction grows. President Donald Trump's public statements—including inflammatory remarks about political opponents and media coverage—have drawn backlash, while regulatory pressure on broadcasters and disputes over how protests are characterized raise concerns about press freedom and civil liberties. Amid such controversies, the resignation of Joe Kent, a top counterterrorism official, amid disagreements over the Iran conflict, further underscores internal strain within the administration. Also in our analysis this week, Donald Trump has issued a 48-hour ultimatum demanding Iran reopen the Strait of Hormuz—a critical global oil chokepoint—or face strikes on its energy infrastructure, prompting Tehran to threaten full closure of the strait and retaliatory attacks across the region. The standoff has already disrupted global shipping and driven energy concerns, while more than 20 nations signal readiness to help secure the waterway. At home, public sentiment appears increasingly uneasy, with polls indicating growing concern over rising gas prices and skepticism about the war's trajectory. This episode of Middle Theory is dedicated to the casualties of the ongoing war in Iran, including U.S. military personnel and innocent civilians killed during the military conflict. If you like Middle Theory and want to help support the show, you can donate to the program here. DOLLARS FOR DONUTS Connie FletcherPeter ShaverCatherine Sahu Brett Giles SHOW NOTES "GLAD HE'S DEAD" Trump draws anger after celebrating the death of Robert Mueller, ex-FBI directorKENT CUTS OUT: Joe Kent, a Top Counterterrorism Official for the Trump Admin, Resigns Over Iran WarFAKE WAR NEWS: FCC chief threatens broadcasters as Trump criticizes coverage of Iran warTRUMP ON TS: https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/116235861005528220 CARR ON X: https://x.com/BrendanCarrFCC/status/2032855414233047172 CBS POLL: Iran war, rising gas prices fuel economic concerns; most say conflict not going well, don't want regime left in power, CBS News poll finds HORMUZ HELP: Over 20 countries 'to contribute to appropriate efforts' to keep Strait of Hormuz open48 HOURS: Trump: Iran has 48-hours to reopen Strait of Hormuz or face strikes on power plants CLOSING TIME: Iran will completely close strait of Hormuz if Trump acts on infrastructure threatsDEM ENEMIES: Trump Calls Democrats 'Greatest Enemy' After 'Death of Iran' "KEEP YOUR RECKLESS MOUTH SHUT": Jeffrie s Fires Back at Trump Over Dem RhetoricICE IN AIRPORTS: Tom Homan confirms ICE to be at airports starting Monday TRUMP ON TS: https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/116268396341038197 PROTEST, OR TERRORISM? The Dangerous Drift to Redefine Protest as Terrorism JOIN US To send us feedback, you can email us here.Follow Middle Theory on X.com here.Donate to the program here.
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