In today’s episode, we tackle some of the week’s most consequential, and contentious, stories. First, we break down Prime Minister Netanyahu’s decision to occupy Gaza, unpacking the strategic stakes, the pushback from within Israel, and the backlash abroad. Then, we turn to the rise of right-wing antisemitism and the spread of bizarre conspiracy theories online, tracing the emergence of what we’re calling Critical Religion Theory and how it’s reshaping political discourse. Finally, we examine Donald Trump’s recent moves on the economy, his intervention with the D.C. Police, and his maneuvers involving the Kennedy Center - analyzing the use of executive power to shape politics.

00:21 Netanyahu's Decision to Occupy Gaza

02:00 Historical Context and Military Operations

03:25 Global and Domestic Reactions

04:58 The Greater Israel Plan Debate

06:55 Challenges and Criticisms of Netanyahu's Leadership

10:58 Josh's Commentary Magazine Article | Critical Religion Theory 

11:20 Rise of Right-Wing Conspiracy Theories

12:11 Tucker Carlson and Online Influence

13:47 Critical Religion Theory Explained

21:59 Infighting Among Right-Wing Figures

30:21 Nick Fuentes, Conspiracy Logic and is Tucker Carlson isolated? 

33:22 Trump and the Federal Reserve

38:15 Trump's Tariff Policies

43:04 Trump's Use of Executive Power

51:59 Trump decides to host the Kennedy Center Awards