Episodes

  • Multiple Wildfires Are Blazing Through Southern California (1/8/25)

    Multiple Wildfires Are Blazing Through Southern California (1/8/25)
    Jan 8 2025
    The Palisades Fire, which ignited on January 7, 2025, in Los Angeles' Pacific Palisades neighborhood, has rapidly consumed over 2,900 acres, prompting the evacuation of more than 30,000 residents. Fanned by hurricane-force Santa Ana winds exceeding 100 mph, the fire has devastated numerous homes, including those of celebrities, and threatens landmarks like the Getty Villa Museum. Firefighting efforts are hampered by the severe winds, which have grounded aerial support and led to water shortages from hydrants. Governor Gavin Newsom and Mayor Karen Bass have declared a state of emergency, with President Biden offering federal assistance.


    Concurrently, other significant wildfires are wreaking havoc in the Los Angeles area. The Eaton Fire in Altadena has scorched over 1,000 acres, leading to evacuations in Pasadena and surrounding communities. Similarly, the Hurst Fire in Sylmar has rapidly expanded, threatening residential areas and critical infrastructure. These fires, intensified by the unprecedented January windstorm and prolonged drought conditions, have overwhelmed firefighting resources and disrupted daily life, including school closures and power outages affecting hundreds of thousands.



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  • Know Thy Enemy: Understanding Al-Qaeda’s Legacy in the 21st Century (Part 4) (1/8/25)

    Know Thy Enemy: Understanding Al-Qaeda’s Legacy in the 21st Century (Part 4) (1/8/25)
    Jan 8 2025
    The "Know Thy Enemy" report by the Transatlantic Intelligence Consortium (TIC) offers a comprehensive analysis of the evolving strategies and structures of terrorist organizations, with a particular focus on Al-Qaeda and its affiliates. The report delves into the formation of a unified Islamic army, referred to as 'The Army of Imam Mahdi,' comprising 95 terrorist organizations active in 38 countries, totaling over 700,000 jihadi combatants. This coalition, under the leadership of Hamza Bin Laden and the Haqqani Network, aims to restore and expand the Caliphate across the Middle East, Asia, and Africa.


    Additionally, the report examines the financial mechanisms supporting these groups, highlighting how funding from international entities, including the US, UN, and EU, inadvertently contributes to terrorism in regions like Afghanistan. It also provides detailed maps and charts that track the global jihadist movement, illustrating key regions of activity, territorial control, and the shifting alliances of militant groups. By offering insights into recruitment patterns, regional hubs of extremism, and communication channels, the TIC underscores the importance of understanding the complex dynamics of global jihad to effectively counter these threats..


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    October 7th: Know Thy Enemy
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  • Know Thy Enemy: Understanding Al-Qaeda’s Legacy in the 21st Century (Part 3) (1/8/25)

    Know Thy Enemy: Understanding Al-Qaeda’s Legacy in the 21st Century (Part 3) (1/8/25)
    Jan 8 2025
    The "Know Thy Enemy" report by the Transatlantic Intelligence Consortium (TIC) offers a comprehensive analysis of the evolving strategies and structures of terrorist organizations, with a particular focus on Al-Qaeda and its affiliates. The report delves into the formation of a unified Islamic army, referred to as 'The Army of Imam Mahdi,' comprising 95 terrorist organizations active in 38 countries, totaling over 700,000 jihadi combatants. This coalition, under the leadership of Hamza Bin Laden and the Haqqani Network, aims to restore and expand the Caliphate across the Middle East, Asia, and Africa.


    Additionally, the report examines the financial mechanisms supporting these groups, highlighting how funding from international entities, including the US, UN, and EU, inadvertently contributes to terrorism in regions like Afghanistan. It also provides detailed maps and charts that track the global jihadist movement, illustrating key regions of activity, territorial control, and the shifting alliances of militant groups. By offering insights into recruitment patterns, regional hubs of extremism, and communication channels, the TIC underscores the importance of understanding the complex dynamics of global jihad to effectively counter these threats..


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    October 7th: Know Thy Enemy
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    12 mins
  • Know Thy Enemy: Understanding Al-Qaeda’s Legacy in the 21st Century (Part 2) (1/8/25)

    Know Thy Enemy: Understanding Al-Qaeda’s Legacy in the 21st Century (Part 2) (1/8/25)
    Jan 8 2025
    The "Know Thy Enemy" report by the Transatlantic Intelligence Consortium (TIC) offers a comprehensive analysis of the evolving strategies and structures of terrorist organizations, with a particular focus on Al-Qaeda and its affiliates. The report delves into the formation of a unified Islamic army, referred to as 'The Army of Imam Mahdi,' comprising 95 terrorist organizations active in 38 countries, totaling over 700,000 jihadi combatants. This coalition, under the leadership of Hamza Bin Laden and the Haqqani Network, aims to restore and expand the Caliphate across the Middle East, Asia, and Africa.


    Additionally, the report examines the financial mechanisms supporting these groups, highlighting how funding from international entities, including the US, UN, and EU, inadvertently contributes to terrorism in regions like Afghanistan. It also provides detailed maps and charts that track the global jihadist movement, illustrating key regions of activity, territorial control, and the shifting alliances of militant groups. By offering insights into recruitment patterns, regional hubs of extremism, and communication channels, the TIC underscores the importance of understanding the complex dynamics of global jihad to effectively counter these threats..


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    October 7th: Know Thy Enemy
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    11 mins
  • Know Thy Enemy: Understanding Al-Qaeda’s Legacy in the 21st Century (Part 1) (1/8/25)

    Know Thy Enemy: Understanding Al-Qaeda’s Legacy in the 21st Century (Part 1) (1/8/25)
    Jan 8 2025
    The "Know Thy Enemy" report by the Transatlantic Intelligence Consortium (TIC) offers a comprehensive analysis of the evolving strategies and structures of terrorist organizations, with a particular focus on Al-Qaeda and its affiliates. The report delves into the formation of a unified Islamic army, referred to as 'The Army of Imam Mahdi,' comprising 95 terrorist organizations active in 38 countries, totaling over 700,000 jihadi combatants. This coalition, under the leadership of Hamza Bin Laden and the Haqqani Network, aims to restore and expand the Caliphate across the Middle East, Asia, and Africa.


    Additionally, the report examines the financial mechanisms supporting these groups, highlighting how funding from international entities, including the US, UN, and EU, inadvertently contributes to terrorism in regions like Afghanistan. It also provides detailed maps and charts that track the global jihadist movement, illustrating key regions of activity, territorial control, and the shifting alliances of militant groups. By offering insights into recruitment patterns, regional hubs of extremism, and communication channels, the TIC underscores the importance of understanding the complex dynamics of global jihad to effectively counter these threats..


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    October 7th: Know Thy Enemy
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    12 mins
  • Haqqani Inc.: Terrorism, Politics, and Regional Power (1/8/25)

    Haqqani Inc.: Terrorism, Politics, and Regional Power (1/8/25)
    Jan 8 2025
    The Haqqani Network, one of Afghanistan's most lethal and resilient insurgent groups, has grown into a hybrid entity, functioning as both a terrorist organization and a political power broker. Its rise is deeply intertwined with decades of flawed U.S. foreign policy, including the Cold War-era support it received as part of the anti-Soviet mujahideen. Fueled by billions of dollars funneled through CIA programs like Operation Cyclone, the Haqqani Network leveraged these resources to build a robust infrastructure and financial networks. Post-9/11, U.S. reliance on Pakistan as a strategic ally allowed the Haqqani Network to thrive under the protection of Pakistan’s ISI, despite its role in high-profile attacks against U.S. and NATO forces. This dynamic has created a paradox where the United States inadvertently bolstered an enemy, prioritizing short-term goals over the long-term consequences of such alliances.

    In recent years, the Haqqani Network has expanded its influence through strategic manipulation of alliances, including facilitating ISIS operations to obscure its direct involvement in atrocities. With Sirajuddin Haqqani now serving as Afghanistan’s Interior Minister under the Taliban, the network has entrenched itself as a major player in regional geopolitics, using its power to destabilize adversaries and maintain its dominance. The enduring threat of the Haqqani Network is a stark reminder of the unintended consequences of U.S. intervention and its failure to address Pakistan’s duplicity. Moving forward, the Haqqani Network's legacy serves as both a cautionary tale and an urgent call for a reassessment of U.S. counterterrorism strategies to prevent further entrenchment of such extremist groups.


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    14 mins
  • New Orleans Under Attack: A Profile Of Shamsud-Din Jabbar (1/3/25)

    New Orleans Under Attack: A Profile Of Shamsud-Din Jabbar (1/3/25)
    Jan 3 2025
    On January 1, 2025, New Orleans' French Quarter became the site of a devastating terrorist attack during New Year’s celebrations. Shamsud-Din Jabbar, a former U.S. Army veteran, drove a rented pickup truck into the bustling Bourbon Street, killing 15 people and injuring dozens more. After crashing the vehicle, Jabbar exited and opened fire on law enforcement, wounding two officers before being fatally shot. Hours before the attack, Jabbar posted videos pledging allegiance to the Islamic State and declaring his intent to kill in its name. Surveillance footage suggests he may have had accomplices involved in planting explosive devices elsewhere in the city, prompting an expansive federal investigation into the possibility of a coordinated effort.

    In this episode we take a look at that attack and the profile of the man that the authorities say is responsible for it.


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    20 mins
  • That's History: The 1983 Beirut Barracks Bombing (8/26/24)

    That's History: The 1983 Beirut Barracks Bombing (8/26/24)
    Aug 26 2024
    The 1983 Beirut barracks bombing was a deadly attack on October 23, 1983, targeting U.S. and French military forces stationed in Lebanon as part of a multinational peacekeeping force during the Lebanese Civil War. A suicide bomber drove a truck filled with explosives into the U.S. Marine barracks at Beirut International Airport, detonating a massive blast that killed 241 American servicemen. Almost simultaneously, a second bomber struck the French barracks, killing 58 French paratroopers.

    The attack was orchestrated by the Iranian-backed Hezbollah, marking one of the first large-scale suicide bombings against military targets. The bombing underscored the rising threat of asymmetric warfare and highlighted the vulnerabilities of foreign military forces operating in conflict zones. It led to a significant shift in U.S. military policy, emphasizing the need for better force protection and intelligence, and ultimately resulted in the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Lebanon in early 1984. The event is considered a turning point in the history of modern terrorism, influencing future U.S. counterterrorism and military strategies.


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    13 mins