Independent Media
Discover key takeaways from 24 podcast episodes about this topic.

LIVE STOP TRUMP’S ICE TERROR Protest in -18 Degrees | LIVE From Minneapolis
In sub-zero Minneapolis temperatures, activists and independent journalists brave extreme cold to protest alleged ICE brutality and expose the agency's tactics, including targeting families and infiltrating mutual aid networks.

Lemon LIVE at 5 | Judge Refuses DOJ Case Against Don Lemon!
Don Lemon details the judge's refusal of the DOJ's case against him, framing it as a broader attack on journalism and the First Amendment, especially targeting independent media.

LIVE STOP TRUMP’S ICE INVASION Protests | Court LIFTS Restrictions on ICE
Amidst freezing Minneapolis protests, an appeals court lifted restrictions on ICE's use of 'less than lethal' force, while an internal memo reportedly authorizes agents to bypass judicial warrants for home entry, escalating tensions and resistance.

Candace x Baron Coleman LIVE!! | Candace Ep 293
Candace Owens and Baron Coleman expose alleged cover-ups within Turning Point USA, link military figures to mass shootings and child trafficking, and accuse prominent conservative media personalities of Zionist influence and 'grooming' behavior.

LIVE: MeidasTouch RESPONDS to BREAKING NEWS!! 1/20/2026
Ben Meiselas addresses internal network changes, critiques Donald Trump's recent press conference as 'demented and deranged,' and highlights global leaders' responses to perceived US instability, including Canada and Greenland preparing for potential American invasions.

Julian EXPLODES: CIA-backed Cartels, Paid Sell-Outs, China & Direct Energy Weapons | Jorge V. • 375
Julian Dorey and Jorge Ventura expose alleged CIA involvement in Venezuelan regime change, the escalating Chinese-Mexican cartel alliance, and the calculated manipulation of independent media by political and foreign interests.

Drop Site News Reporting On Israel, Epstein TRIGGERS Mainstream Media
The Young Turks hosts dissect the mainstream media's reaction to Drop Site News's reporting on Jeffrey Epstein's ties to Israel and intelligence agencies, exposing perceived biases and the 'trip wires' that silence critical journalism.

UPDATE in ICE agent shooting sends SHOCKWAVES
This episode exposes alleged media complicity in defending an ICE agent's shooting, details ongoing cover-ups in the Epstein case, and critiques the weaponization of government agencies and the erosion of independent institutions.

Justice Department issues SHOCKING announcement
The Justice Department's subpoena of Minneapolis's mayor and Minnesota's governor for their public statements, following an ICE shooting, is framed as a 'radical legal theory' and a direct assault on the First Amendment.

They’re defending Insurrection Act as chaos hits the streets
David Pakman dissects the current political climate, from aggressive ICE actions in Minneapolis and Republican defense of the Insurrection Act, to Europe's growing distrust of the US and a fascism expert's departure.

HOT TOPICS | BREAKING: Was This Another F*cking ICE Murder?!
Don Lemon and guest Elizer Daryus expose alleged ICE brutality, including a detainee's likely homicide and a family's tear-gassing, framing these incidents as a direct assault on civil liberties and democracy.

Tiffany Cross Exposes How Media Normalized Attacks on Black Humanity in the Trump Era.
Media veterans Tiffany Cross and Roland Martin expose the systemic racial bias in newsrooms, detailing how mainstream outlets normalize attacks on Black humanity and prioritize 'entertainment' over factual reporting, ultimately undermining democracy.

HOT TOPICS | ICE Barbie Kristi Noem Unravels As She Tries To Justify ICE Terror Campaign!
Don Lemon and guest Jacob Soboroff dissect the escalating violence and alleged protocol violations by ICE, critiquing political figures like Kristi Noem for defending actions that contradict video evidence and broader principles of justice.

LIVE PROTESTS AT ICE HOTEL After Murder of Renee Nicole Good | LIVE From Minneapolis
Minneapolis erupts in sustained, multi-hour protests against ICE and the Trump administration following the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE agent, highlighting deep community outrage and calls for systemic change.

Trump's failure just got much worse...
The hosts dissect the Trump administration's Venezuela operation, arguing it was a 'kidnapping' of Maduro driven by oil interests, not liberation, and a catastrophic failure for U.S. moral standing.

Trump's FATAL Gamble SPELLS DOOM for His Presidency
Donald Trump's intervention in Venezuela, framed as a 'kidnapping' driven by 'big oil' interests rather than democratic ideals, exposes a profound lack of transparency and undermines America's global moral authority, potentially spelling doom for his political future.

Trump Invades Venezuela, Captures Maduro, Pastors Push Back; Atlanta Mayor Sworn in
This episode exposes the alleged US invasion of Venezuela, the capture of its leader, and the underlying economic motives, while also highlighting Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens' agenda for his second term.

Dave Smith | This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von #632
Dave Smith and Theo Von dissect the US intervention in Venezuela, the alleged Epstein scandal cover-up, the decline of mainstream media, and the shifting dynamics of political discourse and public trust.

Lemon LIVE at 5 | Trump's Attacks on Venezuela Are The Biggest Epstein Distraction Yet!
Don Lemon and James Carville argue that Donald Trump's actions regarding Venezuela are a calculated distraction from the Epstein files and are driven by financial motives, while also discussing the upcoming 2026 election and a Minnesota child care fraud scandal.

MAGA: DEFUND BLACK AMERICA | Trump nixes EO BANNING DISCRIMINATION in Fed Contracting+No Vote Impact
Roland Martin and guests detail a multi-generational, systematic effort to economically disenfranchise Black America, framing current political actions as a 'defunding' that mirrors historical 'reconstructions' and backlash against Black success.

🚨 BREAKING: Civil War Erupts In Iran - IRGC Lose Control Of Capital
The host declares a civil war in Iran, asserting that anti-Islamic protesters have seized control of multiple neighborhoods in Tehran and other major cities, pushing back against the IRGC and calling for the return of the Crown Prince.

TRAP AWARDS 2025 | 85 SOUTH SHOW PODCAST
The 85 South Show celebrates a decade of independent success with their annual 'Trap Awards,' highlighting community, resilience, and the power of creating your own path in entertainment.

LIVE: MeidasTouch RESPONDS to MAJOR BREAKING NEWS - 1/1/26
The hosts dissect alleged cover-ups surrounding the Epstein files and Trump's health, contrasting these with the professional conduct of Special Counsel Jack Smith and the progressive vision of New York City Mayor Zoron Mdani.

Lemon LIVE New Year's Eve Special | LIVE FROM NEW ORLEANS
Don Lemon hosts a vibrant New Year's Eve special live from New Orleans, featuring local culture, food, music, and celebrity guests, culminating in his crowning as the city's King of New Year's Eve.