From Powell to Palantir: How Oligarchs Captured America (And What Comes Next) | Silk and Steel ► Subscribe to the UK Column YouTube channel ► https://bit.ly/ukcolumnofficial In this wide-ranging episode of The Silk and Steel Podcast, host Carl Zha is joined once again by Einar Tangen (Senior Fellow at CIGI) to dissect the latest "assassination attempt" on Donald Trump, the coordinated MAGA influencer machine, and the deeper forces that have captured American democracy. The conversation covers: •...
Apr 29, 2026•1 hr 47 min
UK Column News — 29th April 2026 UK Column turns 20! Join the 20th Anniversary event (18–20 Sept 2026) celebrating independent journalism. https://shop.ukcolumn.org/product/20th-anniversary-on-location/ The first edition of The Column is here. A new quarterly from UK Column—128 pages of analysis and features. In stock now: https://shop.ukcolumn.org/product/the-column-issue-1/ ► Subscribe to the UK Column YouTube channel ► https://bit.ly/ukcolumnofficial Mike Robinson, Charles Malet and Vanessa B...
Apr 29, 2026•1 hr 1 min
Martin Armstrong on where the world is heading | Jerm Warfare ► Subscribe to the UK Column YouTube channel ► https://bit.ly/ukcolumnofficial We’re bombarded with narratives and lies—Winston Churchill once said, "In time of war, truth is so precious that it needs a bodyguard of lies to protect it." But are we really winning or just spinning in circles? The truth is, many leaders don’t have a plan beyond their immediate goals. Look at the repeated failures in foreign policy and military decisions....
Apr 28, 2026•1 hr 1 min
Switch the Stories To Find the Truth — with Katharine Gun | UK Column Interviews ► Subscribe to the UK Column YouTube channel ► https://bit.ly/ukcolumnofficial As explained in the notes for UK Column’s January 2025 interview with Katharine, entitled ‘A Defence of Necessity: Breaking the Official Secrets Act’, whilst working as a translator for the Government Communications Headquarters (GCHQ) in 2003, Katharine Gun received an email which directed British intelligence to spy on foreign governmen...
Apr 28, 2026•1 hr 29 min
UK Column turns 20! Join the 20th Anniversary event (18–20 Sept 2026) celebrating independent journalism. https://shop.ukcolumn.org/product/20th-anniversary-on-location/ The first edition of The Column is here. A new quarterly from UK Column—128 pages of analysis and features. In stock now: https://shop.ukcolumn.org/product/the-column-issue-1/ In this hard-hitting geopolitical breakdown, Jamar sits down with Carl Zha (host of Silk & Steel) to dissect the real-world fallout from the US war of...
Apr 27, 2026•44 min
UK Column turns 20! Join the 20th Anniversary event (18–20 Sept 2026) celebrating independent journalism. https://shop.ukcolumn.org/product/20th-anniversary-on-location/ The first edition of The Column is here. A new quarterly from UK Column—128 pages of analysis and features. In stock now: https://shop.ukcolumn.org/product/the-column-issue-1/ This banter between Mike, Charles, and Jerm explores the complex history of South Africa's Freedom Day, the influence of colonial and imperial powers, and...
Apr 27, 2026•59 min
UK Column News Extra — 27th April 2026 UK Column turns 20! Join the 20th Anniversary event (18–20 Sept 2026) celebrating independent journalism. https://shop.ukcolumn.org/product/20th-anniversary-on-location/ The first edition of The Column is here. A new quarterly from UK Column—128 pages of analysis and features. In stock now:https://shop.ukcolumn.org/product/the-column-issue-1/ ► Subscribe to the UK Column YouTube channel ► https://bit.ly/ukcolumnofficial Brian Gerrish, Ben Rubin with today's...
Apr 27, 2026•37 min
UK Column News — 27th April 2026 UK Column turns 20! Join the 20th Anniversary event (18–20 Sept 2026) celebrating independent journalism. https://shop.ukcolumn.org/product/20th-anniversary-on-location/ The first edition of The Column is here. A new quarterly from UK Column—128 pages of analysis and features. In stock now: https://shop.ukcolumn.org/product/the-column-issue-1/ ► Subscribe to the UK Column YouTube channel ► https://bit.ly/ukcolumnofficial Brian Gerrish, Ben Rubin with today’s UK C...
Apr 27, 2026•1 hr 8 min
Multipolarity is better than sliced bread | Jerm Warfare Weekly Banter ► Subscribe to the UK Column YouTube channel ► https://bit.ly/ukcolumnofficial UK Column turns 20! Join the 20th Anniversary event (18–20 Sept 2026) celebrating independent journalism. https://shop.ukcolumn.org/product/20th-anniversary-on-location/ The first edition of The Column is here. A new quarterly from UK Column—128 pages of analysis and features. In stock now: https://shop.ukcolumn.org/product/the-column-issue-1/ This...
Apr 24, 2026•1 hr 1 min
The US Just Lost Iran – And China Knows It | Silk and Steel ► Subscribe to the UK Column YouTube channel ► https://bit.ly/ukcolumnofficial In this episode, host Carl Zha welcomes back Dr. Warwick Powell from Australia. Dr. Powell shares firsthand reflections from his 3.5-week trip across China—from tier-one megacities to emerging tier-three hubs. The conversation then pivots to the high-stakes geopolitical and economic fallout from the Iran war, the Strait of Hormuz blockade, U.S.-Indonesia rela...
Apr 24, 2026•1 hr 3 min
UK Column News — 24th April 2026 UK Column turns 20! Join the 20th Anniversary event (18–20 Sept 2026) celebrating independent journalism. https://shop.ukcolumn.org/product/20th-anniversary-on-location/ The first edition of The Column is here. A new quarterly from UK Column—128 pages of analysis and features. In stock now: https://shop.ukcolumn.org/product/the-column-issue-1/ ► Subscribe to the UK Column YouTube channel ► https://bit.ly/ukcolumnofficial Mike Robinson, Patrick Henningsen , Basil ...
Apr 24, 2026•59 min
The UK Column enters our 20th year. To celebrate, we will hold a 20th anniversary event, in Plymouth, in September of this 2026 year. Tickets are available in our shop . They are more than half sold already. If you don't want to miss out on this opportunity to experience a bit of UK Column history, we encourage you to secure your place and buy your tickets quickly.
Apr 24, 2026•50 sec
Charles Malet on his time in Africa | Jerm Warfare ► Subscribe to the UK Column YouTube channel ► https://bit.ly/ukcolumnofficial Charles shares his extensive experiences in Africa, explores the complexities of international influence, defense diplomacy, and the geopolitical landscape, providing unique insights into Africa's political and military dynamics. ► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch previous live recordings here: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_Live...
Apr 23, 2026•1 hr 4 min
In this latest episode of Military Matters, Brian and Charles review the action in, and rhetoric around, the conflict in Iran. They especially focus on the UK's extremely contradictory position. Also discussed is the deliberate destruction of the UK Armed Forces, as a part of a wider decline of Britain, and the nature of the so-called 'special relationship' with the United States. The pair also consider the part Israel plays in all this and exactly how much power the country holds over the Unite...
Apr 23, 2026•1 hr 10 min
Mark McDonald on navigating ideological extremism | Jerm Warfare ► Subscribe to the UK Column YouTube channel ► https://bit.ly/ukcolumnofficial Learn how to understand and navigate the complexities of modern cultural issues from a seasoned psychiatrist. We dive into the chaos of cultural wars, the anxiety it brings, and how people are navigating through it all. It’s exhausting to live in a world where every aspect of life feels infused with ideological extremism. From public spaces to personal i...
Apr 22, 2026•1 hr 4 min
The Future of Taiwan | Silk and Steel ► Subscribe to the UK Column YouTube channel ► https://bit.ly/ukcolumnofficial In this episode of "Liberty and Health," Kyle welcomes back Carl Zha to discuss significant political developments in Taiwan and their implications for global politics. The conversation delves into the recent meeting between Chang Li-Wun, the chairwoman of the Kuomintang (KMT), and Xi Jinping, as well as the electoral landscape in Taiwan. They also explore the broader geopolitical...
Apr 22, 2026•54 min
UK Column News — 22nd April 2026 ► Subscribe to the UK Column YouTube channel ► https://bit.ly/ukcolumnofficial Mike Robinson, Charles Malet and Vanessa Beeley with today's UK Column News. ► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch previous live recordings here: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_Live ► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official UK Column website: https://www.ukcolumn.org/ ► [Support UK Column] Please donate to suppor...
Apr 22, 2026•1 hr 2 min
Sasha Latypova: All Vaccines Cause Most Illnesses Today | Jerm Warfare► Subscribe to the UK Column YouTube channel ► https://bit.ly/ukcolumnofficialSasha Latypova discusses the impact of vaccines on chronic illness, the manipulation of medical research, and the systemic corruption in the pharmaceutical industry.This conversation sheds light on the hidden dangers of vaccines and the importance of informed choices.► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch pre...
Apr 21, 2026•1 hr 5 min
Iranian-born Lazar came to the UK in 1978 during the Iranian Revolution. Since then, he has only returned to his homeland once, and is part of a significant UK-based Iranian diaspora. Here, Lazar gives his personal perspective about current events in his country, claiming regime change is long overdue after decades of rule under the Islamic Republic. This is Lazar's individual opinion. It may resonate with you. Equally, it may not. However, as an avid UK Column viewer with a clear understanding ...
Apr 21, 2026•1 hr 3 min
In this episode of The Silk and Steel Podcast, host Carl Zha sits down with Han Fei-Zi (aka Blue Bear, formerly Doggy) – a prolific writer at Asia Times – for a deep dive into classical economics, the Lucas paradox, China's development model, and why the West fundamentally misunderstands China's economic rise. The key insights: • The Lucas paradox – capital should flow from rich to poor countries, but since the 1970s, it's been flowing from poor to rich • How assets-for-goods trade has de-indust...
Apr 20, 2026•38 min
Explore the deep historical and philosophical roots of Western civilisation, Christianity, and Judaism, and their influence on modern society. Laurent Guyénot discusses the origins of the Torah, the Greco-Roman foundations of the West, and the complex history of religious conflicts. https://radbodslament.substack.com ► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch previous live recordings here: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_Live ► [UK Column Website] Explore all our wr...
Apr 20, 2026•1 hr 3 min
UK Column News — 20th April 2026 ► Subscribe to the UK Column YouTube channel ► https://bit.ly/ukcolumnofficial Brian Gerrish and Ben Rubin with today's UK Column News. ► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch previous live recordings here: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_Live ► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official UK Column website: https://www.ukcolumn.org/ ► [Support UK Column] Please donate to support our independent jo...
Apr 20, 2026•1 hr 7 min
In this special episode, Carl Zha returns after a long hiatus to discuss the seismic geopolitical shifts following the recent conflict in West Asia. The conversation covers three interconnected themes: the collapse of the US strategic position in the Persian Gulf, Iran's emergence as a new "superpower" controlling 20% of the world's energy supply, and the ripple effects across the Asia-Pacific—particularly in Taiwan, where the opposition KMT is rethinking its relationship with both Washington an...
Apr 17, 2026•31 min
In this engaging conversation, Jerm, Mike, and Charles explore practical solutions for personal and community resilience, from growing vegetables and supporting local farms to maintaining health and resisting corporate control. They emphasise the importance of local action, individual health, and authentic engagement to create meaningful change. ► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch previous live recordings here: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_Live ► [UK Colum...
Apr 17, 2026•56 min
Mike Robinson, Patrick Henningsen, and Basil Valentine present today's UK Column News. ► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch previous live recordings here: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_Live ► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official UK Column website: https://www.ukcolumn.org/ ► [Support UK Column] Please donate to support our independent journalism & investigative journalism: https://support.ukcolumn.org/ ► [UK Colum...
Apr 17, 2026•1 hr 4 min
Explore the deep historical and philosophical roots of Western civilisation, Christianity, and Judaism, and their influence on modern society. Laurent Guyénot discusses the origins of the Torah, the Greco-Roman foundations of the West, and the complex history of religious conflicts. https://radbodslament.substack.com ► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch previous live recordings here: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_Live ► [UK Column Website] Explore all our wr...
Apr 16, 2026•1 hr 1 min
(Please be advised, this is an adult conversation describing graphic sexual practices being taught to young children in schools. Discretion is advised). Kim Isherwood is chair of the campaign group, Public Child Protection Wales. She and her team encourage parents to learn exactly what is being taught to their children, the risks sexual education poses in schools and the damage being done to young minds. Damage she says will have an impact throughout their adult and family life.Kim gives a foren...
Apr 16, 2026•1 hr 16 min
In this episode, host Carl Zha and guest Xiang Yu discuss the significance of KMT Chairwoman Cheng Li-wun’s historic mainland China visit (Nanjing → Shanghai → Beijing), the first KMT-CPC leadership meeting in a decade. They analyse the deeper political, historical, and economic layers of the trip, Taiwan’s internal politics, the role of the US and Japan, and how China’s rise reshapes cross-strait dynamics. ► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch previous...
Apr 15, 2026•1 hr 34 min
Jim Lee and Jerm explore the complexities of chemtrails, geoengineering, and aviation pollution. They challenge misconceptions and emphasise scientific evidence.This conversation aims to empower listeners with critical thinking tools to understand and address sky pollution issues. https://climateviewer.com ► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch previous live recordings here: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_Live ► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and v...
Apr 15, 2026•1 hr 16 min
Mike Robinson, Charles Malet, and Vanessa Beeley present today's UK Column News. ► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch previous live recordings here: https://bit.ly/UKColumn_Live ► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official UK Column website: https://www.ukcolumn.org/ ► [Support UK Column] Please donate to support our independent journalism & investigative journalism: https://support.ukcolumn.org/ ► [UK Column YouT...
Apr 15, 2026•1 hr 4 min
