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Deep State

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On The Deep State, John Kiriakou brings all of his experience and knowledge to bear, analyzing the latest geopolitical and domestic news. From spy rings to Middle East conflicts, administration infighting to whistleblowing, John brings you the latest information so you too can know what it’s like from the inside of The Deep State.

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Aug 8, 2026 06:22

The return to religion: Tim Gordon, part 3

In part 3 of his interview with John Kiriakou, Tim Gordon, Catholic youtuber and author, tells The Deep State why he thinks young people are returning to Catholicism and Eastern Orthodoxy. He says that the protestant ethos just doesn’t cut it in a world that has gone off the deep end with atheism, globalism, and other social movements like transgenderism, etc. Tim and John discuss the slow and steady return to traditionalism that is marking Gen Z. Don’t miss it!

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Aug 1, 2026 17:07

Don’t go to college: Tim Gordon, part 2

On this episode of The Deep State, Tim Gordon, Catholic Youtuber and author, joins John Kiriakou for round 2. Tim discusses his book dissuading young Americans from going to college. He says the system is designed to fail and was never meant to create free and independent thinkers. Join us for this conversation!

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Jul 25, 2026 06:24

Catholic political thought in a confused world: Tim Gordon, part 1

On this episode of The Deep State, John Kiriakou sits down with popular Catholic youtuber and prolific author Tim Gordon. John asks Tim what inspired him to study Catholic philosophy and how that guides his political thought. The two also discuss the importance of Aristotle for the western tradition of thought and whether or not the eastern and western churches can ever reunite.

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Jul 18, 2026 10:09

Turkey says ‘Bring it on’: Brandon Weichert on The Deep State, Part 2

On this episode of The Deep State, Brandon Weichert, the host of NatSec Podcast, joins John Kiriakou. They discuss the recent push by Israel to demonize Türkiye as many in the Israel lobby believe Türkiye and Egypt are the next targets after Iran. They also discuss whether or not the funds devoted to the US military complex can ever be converted to serving civilian purposes.

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Jul 11, 2026 06:04

‘Our elites have decided for us’: Brandon Weichert on the Deep State, Part 1

On this episode of The Deep State, John Kiriakou and Brandon Weichert, host of NatSec Podcast, discuss how elites in the United States have decided against alternative fuel sources such as wind, solar, and nuclear. The two also expose the depths of American deindustrialization at a time when rhetoric against China is amping up. Don’t miss it!

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Jul 4, 2026 06:30

The role of influencers: Jackson Hinkle joins the Deep State, part 3

On this episode of the Deep State, John Kiriakou finishes off his conversation with Jackson Hinkle, host of Legitimate Targets. John and Jackson discuss the role of influencers in shaping public opinion and the rise of new media. Don’t miss it!