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This conversation between Jerm, Mike, and Charles begins with a discussion around the commercialisation of holidays and the complex historical context of celebrations like Thanksgiving. The gents discuss how commercialisation has altered the meaning of holidays. Cultural celebrations often lose their original significance over time.

The discussion shifts as they examine how minority rights can disproportionately influence public policy. They note that public facilities have evolved to accommodate diverse needs.

Talk moves onto international relations. The need for a more nuanced perspective to understand China is addressed. It is argued that criticism of countries should be based on facts rather than biases. Hypocrisy that exists in criticising China, whilst simultaneously using its products, is highlighted. International relations should focus on cooperation rather than conflict.

The trio conclude with an emphasis that it is essential to rethink geopolitics if we are to achieve peace in the future and move beyond binary narratives. We need to develop a stronger understanding of global dynamics.

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08:31 Ukraine Propaganda: Control the narrative to control the war

22:45 UK Budget: Will it end the child poverty trap?

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32:21 Palestine Action: Implications for justice now group proscribed as ‘terrorist’. With special guest Basil Valentine

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What is daily life in China really like? In this special episode, Carl Zha is given a personal, ground-level tour of Shanghai by the "Godfather of Chinese Hip Hop," Dana "Showtyme" Burton. We go far beyond the tourist spots to explore Dana's own neighborhood, a transformed area that showcases China's poverty alleviation and ecological civilization programs.
We debunk widespread Western myths about China, from Tucker Carlson's false claims about COVID lockdowns to the reality of Muslim life in Shanghai. See the stunning before-and-after of a former shantytown, explore a "15-minute city" community center, visit the breathtaking "Thousand Trees" complex, and end the day at a massive, bustling Halal restaurant.
This is the China you never see in the media.
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TIMESTAMPS: Key Sections of the Tour
(00:00) - Introduction: Meet Dana Showtyme Burton, the Godfather of Chinese Hip Hop
(01:45) - The Mission: Exploring a Model Community in Shanghai
(03:20) - Before & After: The Stunning Transformation of Suzhou Creek
(07:00) - The Role of State-Owned Enterprise (COSCO) in Urban Renewal
(08:50) - Contrast: Detroit's Decline vs. Shanghai's Rise
(11:30) - A Look Inside Dana's Affordable, Modern Apartment Complex
(13:45) - Debunking Tucker Carlson: The Truth About COVID in This Community
(16:10) - The "15-Minute City" in Practice: Walkability, Green Spaces & Safety
(22:45) - Ubiquitous Halal Culture: Muslim-Friendly Life in Shanghai
(29:00) - Inside the Communist Party Community Center (Spoiler: It's Not Scary)
(38:20) - Exploring the "Thousand Trees" Art & Shopping Complex
(42:30) - The "Hui Flavor" Halal Food Court: A Feast for the Senses
(01:01:30) - Final Thoughts: Debunking Myths and Encouraging Travel
KEY MYTHS DEBUNKED IN THIS EPISODE
❌ Myth: China is a polluted wasteland.
Reality: We show the dramatic cleanup of Suzhou Creek and the extensive green spaces integrated into modern urban design.
❌ Myth: People were starving during COVID lockdowns.
Reality: Dana shows footage of organized, free food delivery and explains how his community was well-supported.
❌ Myth: China is hostile to Muslims.
Reality: The tour highlights the abundance of Halal restaurants and the seamless integration of Islamic culture into daily life in Shanghai.
❌ Myth: "15-Minute Cities" are dystopian prisons.
Reality: We explore how this urban planning model creates convenience, community, and a higher quality of life.
❌ Myth: Communist Party centers are sinister.
Reality: We walk into one and find libraries, meeting spaces, cheap canteens for the elderly, and resources for all residents.
RESOURCES & LINKS MENTIONED
Follow Dana Showtime on X (Twitter): @xDetroitShowtyme 
Watch Germ's Debunk of Tucker Carlson: On the "Germ Warfare" channel (UK Column)
Architect Mentioned: Thomas Heatherwick (Designer of the "Thousand Trees" complex)
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Hosted by renowned portrait artist Jake Fern

In this series, Jake paints while he talks with truth-tellers, dissidents, and unsung heroes who have stood firm in challenging times. Each conversation captures both their story and their likeness, revealing the humanity behind the canvas.

The premiere launches this weekend on UK Column. One portrait can be worth A Thousand Words

China through Western eyes is one story. China on the ground is another. Jerm is here to uncover the difference.

Jerm is in China to see for himself what’s really happening on the ground. Western media coverage often paints a one-sided picture, but how much of it reflects reality? By travelling across the country, speaking to locals, and documenting the experience, Jerm is testing the propaganda against lived experience. Part 1 is in conversation with Carl Zha

More Jerm Warfare: https://www.ukcolumn.org/series/jerm-warfare

Mike Robinson, Patrick Henningsen and Mark Anderson with today's UK Column News.

Sources: https://www.ukcolumn.org/video/uk-column-news-19th-september-2025

00:00 Trumps UK Visit Breakdown: From Windsor Banquet to £150bn Tech Pact

14:30 Moldova Enters the Frame

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20:54 Jimmy Kimmel - The Story Behind The Story

24:13 Pam Bondi's Confusion Over ‘Hate Speech’ and Free Speech

38:17 Whose Party Is It Anyway

42:38 New Report: UN Commission Finds Israel Responsible for the Failure to Prevent Genocide

50:42 The Test For RFK Jr, Can He MAHA?

59:22 Spies on Social: MI6 Modernises Its Message

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Mike Robinson and Charles Malet exposed the drive by successive Tory and Labour regimes for legislation which looks incredibly similar to legislation brought in by the Hitler regime, beginning in 1933 with the ‘Editors' Law’.

Charles Malet, Mike Robinson, Vanessa Beeley and Sandi Adams with today's UK Column News.

Sources: https://www.ukcolumn.org/video/uk-column-news-17th-september-2025

00:00 Stargate Goes Global as Trump Brings UK-US Digital Tech Trade

07:11 World Summit for Social Development Meet To Enforce Their Agenda

17:00 Beth vs Agent X: A Case Exposing MI5’s Abuse of Power

22:24 Gaza’s Wounds Speak: Children Deliberately Targeted

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32:41 NATO Steps Closer to All-Out War With Russia

40:46 Together for Palestine — or for Israel?

45:52 Turbocharging Carbon Capture? £630 Million for Net Zero Results

53:37 Digitising the NHS: Efficiency or Erosion of Care?

1:00:24 Losing the Land: Farmers Warn of a Rapidly Dying Industry

Kim Isherwood warns of the dangers of the World Health Organization’s Child Sexuality Education.

Full write-up and links: https://www.ukcolumn.org/video/kim-isherwood-warns-of-the-dangers-of-child-sexuality-education

Brian Gerrish, Ben Rubin and Prof. Diane Rasmussen with today's UK Column News.

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00:00 Unite The Kingdom: A Protest that Divided Opinion

27:30 Our On Location Event Has Sold Out - Get Your Livestream Access Today

29:47 Architects of Influence or Agents of Chaos?

39:11 The Problem Isn’t Just Khan—It’s the Entire Establishment

50:20 From Chalkboards to Chatbots: AI and the Future of Education

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Mike Robinson, Patrick Henningsen and Mark Anderson with today's UK Column News.

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00:00 From Epstein to Savile: Mandelson’s Web of Secrets Unravels

07:40 Israel Hits New Low With Qatar Strikes as Calls Grow for NATO Response to Drones in Poland

17:10 UK & US Ministries of War Expand Contracts for Future Conflicts

22:28 Israeli President Isaac Herzog Justifies Bombing With One Word: “Hamas”

27:58 UKC On Location In York Has Sold Out - Get Your Livestream Pass Today

30:04 Charlie Kirk Assassination Fuels Talk of a Left–Right Civil War

52:30 Troops on US Streets Pushed as ‘Solution’ to Immigration Crisis

58:33 Will Coleshill Reports from the Royal Courts on International Falsely Accused Day

1:05:57 St George’s True Roots: From Roman Palestine to England’s Patron

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Christine admits that she made mistakes as a mum, but why was her child taken and a foster child given?

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Simon Roche joins Jerm to share stories from his recent trip to Russia, reflecting on the contrasts between East and West, Russia’s forgotten role in the Anglo-Boer War, and why he sees Eastern civilisation as more sophisticated than today’s declining West.

More Jerm Warfare: https://www.ukcolumn.org/series/jerm-warfare

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Jake invites Chris Waterson from the infamous Sheep Farm Podcast to his home to sit for his portrait.

Chris and Jake dive into why our culture is addicted to conflict, how mainstream narratives shape our thinking, and what woke Chris up to questioning authority. From childhood conspiracies and UFOs to 9/11, Iraq, and the chaos of 2020, they break down propaganda, trauma, censorship, and the psychological tricks used to keep people compliant. They also explore deeper topics like shadow work, synchronicities, childhood wounds, and the spiritual growth that comes from breaking free of old patterns.

Visit the Sheep Farm website. https://www.sheepfarm.co.uk/

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Brian Gerrish, Mike Robinson, Vanessa Beeley and Sandi Adams with today's UK Column News.

Sources: https://www.ukcolumn.org/video/uk-column-news-10th-september-2025

00:43 BBC Doesn’t Miss a Chance To Ramp Up The Fear For More War

10:12 Israel’s Elbit Systems: Target of Palestine Action Now Set to Train British Soldiers

20:04 Sandi Adams on the Immigration Crisis: How Division is Being Sown

26:11 Online Safety: Government’s ‘Shield’ for Citizens from ‘Harmful’ Content With AI Scanning

32:19 UK Column Will Be On Location Sold Out - Get Your Livestream Pass Today

34:19 IDF Snipers from Chicago and Munich Involved in Gaza Child Shootings

40:20 No Azure for Apartheid: Microsoft’s Cloud and Unit 8200’s Spy Files

46:22 BRICS and Israel: Economic Ties Amid Genocide Silence

53:12 Poor Land Management Causes More Floods, Not Climate Change

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Diane Rasmussen interviewed Tim Coulter, a UK Column supporter and a retired architect who took action against the Covid injections, at his picturesque home in a beautiful Northumberland village. 

Write-up with links: https://www.ukcolumn.org/video/an-ordinary-man-who-extraordinarily-questioned-the-covid-injections

Former IDF soldier Adar Weinreb joins Jerm to share his journey from a Zionist upbringing to outspoken critic of Israel’s actions in Gaza — exploring social media’s role, grassroots activism, and new pathways toward peace.

More Jerm Warfare: https://www.ukcolumn.org/series/jerm-warfare

Brian Gerrish, Ben Rubin and Prof. Diane Rasmussen with today's UK Column News.

Sources: https://www.ukcolumn.org/video/uk-column-news-8th-september-2025

00:00 Operation ‘Black Vote’: David Lammy Appointed to Secretary of State for Justice

12:23 Fear as a Weapon: Manufacturing Consent for War

24:38 Diane Looks at Today’s ‘Children’s’ Books — With a Shocking Twist

33:35 UK Column Will Be ‘On Location’ In York - Join Us or The Livestream

38:51 Agents of Chaos — Is GB News Trying to Sow Deliberate Chaos?

48:25 Harriet Harman: A Safe Pair of Hands?

53:52 Fornethy Trial Update - More To Come

56:38 Diane’s Report From the Wolsingham Show

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In Episode 16 of Weekly UKC Banter, Mike and Jerm unpack the language of war and terrorism, probe the politics of Israel-Palestine, and question how global power plays shape the lives of ordinary people.

More Jerm Warfare: https://www.ukcolumn.org/series/jerm-warfare

Brian Gerrish, Mike Robinson and Mark Anderson with today's UK Column News.

Sources: https://www.ukcolumn.org/video/uk-column-news-5th-september-2025

00:00 Radakin Propaganda Alert versus Reality

18:26 War Secretary Signs Off More Taxpayer Cash for Killing

29:27 Troops in the Streets, Mail-In Ballots Banned, Harvard Defunded: Can Trump Pull It Off?

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41:46 Mayor Change Makers Working Towards ‘Localglobalism’ 

47:58 Paragon’s Graphite: The Israeli Spyware Powering U.S. Surveillance

59:24 RFK Jr. Back in the Spotlight: Covid Vaccine Lives Saved — Fact or Fiction?

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Jerm and William Finck examine the history of Hebrews and Judaism, the role of Edomites, Khazars, and Ashkenazis, and the claims of modern Judaism to the promises made to Abraham.

More Jerm Warfare: https://www.ukcolumn.org/series/jerm-warfare

Jake Fern tells Charles Malet about his journey from Marxist cult to resistance portraitist, and he introduces ‘A Thousand Words’.Write-up with links: https://www.ukcolumn.org/video/a-picture-paints-with-jake-fern

Jerm sits down with Mr E to unpack the rise of androgyny in culture, from Hollywood to music, and its deeper ties to censorship, ideology and controlled narratives.

More Jerm Warfare: https://www.ukcolumn.org/series/jerm-warfare

Brian Gerrish, Vanessa Beeley and Sandi Adams with today's UK Column News.

Sources: https://www.ukcolumn.org/video/uk-column-news-3rd-september-2025

00:00 China Rolls Out the Big Guns as Media Spin GPS Interference — War Drums Beat Louder

10:52 Terrorism Charges, Police Intimidation, and the Story of NHS Doctor Rahmeh Aladwan

25:02 Impact Investing: Where Data Mining Becomes Currency - Introducing Sir Ronald Cohen 

32:59 Clegg the Gagmeister Sticks His Oar in on Censorship

46:03 UK Column Will Be ‘On Location’ In York - Join Us

47:44 Daily Mail Wonders What’s Become of the UK After Linehan’s Arrest

57:44 The New Philanthropists: Meet the Guerrilla Foundation, aka The Fellowship of the Bling

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Mike Robinson, Ben Rubin, Diane Rasmussen and Sandi Adams with today's UK Column News. 

00:00 Welcome

00:41 Ukraine Peace Plan: Not going down too well

09:48 UK Assisted Dying Bill: House of Lords asks for hundreds of changes

16:45 Forward Institute: A new generation of 'leaders' reshaping the UK

29:37 Check out UKC’s website and support our work

31:53 Online Safety: It’s all about the money

37:20 Gender ‘Incongruence’: The new term for confused kids

49:09 Lucis Trust: Anthem for a Luciferian future

53.56 COP30: What a Cop Out

59:55 And finally: Your friendly robot bank

Former banker Mads Palsvig joins Jerm to expose the “Talmudic World Order,” linking central banking, Zionism, and global conflicts — with stark warnings about the future of the West and where safe havens may lie.

More Jerm Warfare: https://www.ukcolumn.org/series/jerm-warfare

Children shot at point-blank range in Gaza — a BBC documentary uncovers evidence of deliberate sniper fire, yet it’s buried deep on their website. Brian Gerrish and Patrick Henningsen discuss why Stephanie Hegarty’s findings matter, and what they reveal about war crimes hidden in plain sight.

Write-up with links: https://www.ukcolumn.org/video/two-girls-shot-in-gaza

Western sanctions are backfiring — making Russia stronger. Simon Roche joins Jerm to discuss hunting, conservation, and what he discovered about Russia’s people, economy, and reality on the ground.

More Jerm Warfare: https://www.ukcolumn.org/series/jerm-warfare

Brian Gerrish, Ben Rubin and Prof. Diane Rasmussen McAdie with Monday's UK Column News.

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Sources: https://www.ukcolumn.org/video/uk-column-news-1st-september-2025

00:00 Flag Force or Flag Farce? The Man Behind the Movement

12:23 Broken Navy, Endless Wars: UK Defence Chiefs Meet Zelensky

27:28 From UNESCO to Your Child’s Classroom: The SDG Agenda - Part 1

37:23 UK Column Will Be ‘On Location’ In York - Join Us

40:57 Destroying Community to Build Back Better: The Makespace Oxford Model

52:22 From UNESCO to Your Child’s Classroom: The SDG Agenda - Part 2

1:02:00 Hope Freedom Music Festival 2025

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What happened to freedom festivals?

Jerm, Charles, and Mike dive into the decline of freedom festivals, the morale of the movement, and the battles of information warfare. From community skills to national identity, they ask what it will take to resist manipulation and rebuild momentum.

More Jerm Warfare: More Jerm Warfare: https://www.ukcolumn.org/series/jerm-warfare

Mike Robinson and Patrick Henningsen with Friday's UK Column News.

Sources: https://www.ukcolumn.org/video/uk-column-news-29th-august-2025

00:00 Russia Hits Ukraine Hard – Breakdown of Action and Reaction

22:20 UK Column Will Be ‘On Location’ In York - Join Us

23:40 Blair in Washington, Planning Future Gaza: It Can’t Be Good News

31:08 Israeli Reservist Soldiers Go AWOL

32:21 The Latest on the Iran/Israeli Nuclear Issue

40:54 Age Assurance Censorship Path to Digital ID

47:40 Epstein Didn’t Happen, Move Along, So Let’s Focus on Flag Burning

54:38 Chickenpox Vaccine: MMR Becomes a 4-Shot MMRC

57:47 And Finally: Feel Good Story

This week, Jerm speaks with Sasha Latypova, former pharma executive, on why COVID wasn’t a biological event but a military operation — exposing political cover, pharma’s role, and the fight to challenge the official narrative.

More Jerm Warfare: More Jerm Warfare: https://www.ukcolumn.org/series/jerm-warfare

Charles Malet and Alex Thomson start to explore the failings of the Church of England, as viewed through the prism of history and scripture.

Write-up with links: https://www.ukcolumn.org/video/a-question-of-faith-why-did-the-cofe-go-wrong

This week, Carl Zha joins Jerm to unpack Trump’s role in “making India great again,” digging into shifting US–China–India dynamics, immigration, manufacturing, media spin, and why seeing the world firsthand matters more than headlines.

More Jerm Warfare: https://www.ukcolumn.org/series/jerm-warfare

In this episode of the Silk and Steel Podcast, host Carl Zha is joined by guest Xiang Yu, a Taiwan-based commentator, to dissect the shifting political landscape and public sentiment on the island. We dive deep into whether high-profile political "flips" by influencers and reporters signal a broader, grassroots change in how Taiwanese people view cross-strait relations, reunification, and the future.
Find Xiang Yu:
🌐 All Links: https://stxy.show
📺 YouTube: @StraitTalkXY
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⏱️ TIMESTAMPS & KEY TOPICS
00:00 - Introduction
Meet our guest, Xiang Yu, who provides an on-the-ground perspective from Taiwan often missing from Western media.
02:45 - The "Lone Voice" No More? Examining High-Profile Shifts
Analyzing the political transformations of influencer "Gym Boss" and reporter Angelica Oung.
From pro-Tsai Ing-wen and anti-communist rhetoric to a more pragmatic, pro-engagement stance.
13:30 - The Sunflower Movement: Taiwan's "Soft Color Revolution"
Drawing parallels between the 2014 Sunflower Movement in Taiwan and the Hong Kong protests.
How foreign influence and a "pivot to Asia" strategy shaped the political landscape.
25:50 - The Role of the U.S.: Protector or Exploiter?
A critical look at the U.S.-Taiwan relationship: Is it a partnership or a form of tribute?
Discussing the "protection money" paid through arms deals and the strategic strong-arming of TSMC.
33:15 - The Power of "Vibes" vs. "Bread and Butter" Issues
How DPP politics focused on identity and "feeling good" is clashing with economic realities like inflation and stagnant wages.
Why pragmatic concerns are starting to override ideological conditioning.
39:20 - The Legacy of Li Ao: The Prophet They Hated But Needed
Re-examining the legacy of dissident Li Ao, whose unpopular, pro-reunification warnings are now being revisited by a new generation.
How his stunts and speeches accurately predicted Taiwan's current geopolitical dilemma.
48:00 - Grassroots Shifts: Language, Media, and Cultural Affinity
Spotting subtle changes in how people refer to mainland China.
The popularity of mainland Chinese TV shows and media outside of Taipei, indicating enduring cultural ties.
55:30 - Travel, Vlogging, and a Teaser on North Korea
Xiang Yu discusses his recent vlogging trip to China's Northeast and a teaser about his encounters with North Koreans.
Carl plans a future trip to Taiwan.
01:01:00 - Wrap-up & Where to Find More
🔑 KEY TAKEAWAYS
A Ground Shift is Happening: While not a massive, vocal movement, there is a subtle but significant shift in Taiwanese public opinion. This is driven by disillusionment with the DPP, economic pragmatism, and a reassessment of the U.S. 's reliability versus China's growing power.
From Vibes to Reality: The DPP's strategy of building a separate Taiwanese identity based on "good vibes" and international portrayal is losing ground to "bread and butter" issues like the economy, affordable housing, and realistic security assessments.
The U.S. is Not a Savior: The conversation critically reframes the U.S. role not as a selfless protector, but as a self-interested power that treats Taiwan as a strategic buffer and a customer for outdated weapons.
Information is Filtered: Western media coverage of Taiwan is highly selective, often ignoring large anti-government protests and the complexities of internal politics to maintain a simple "democracy vs. authoritarianism" narrative.
🔗 LINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED
Xiang Yu's Hub: https://stxy.show
Gym Boss (館長): The influential Taiwanese streamer and gym owner who publicly shifted his stance from pro-DPP to pro-unification.
Angelica Oung: The Taiwan-based energy reporter whose political views on cross-strait relations have become more pragmatic.
Li Ao (李敖): The famous Taiwanese social commentator and former legislator known for his pro-unification views and theatrical protests.
Follow Carl Zha on X (Twitter) https://x.com/CarlZha

Charles Malet, Mike Robinson, Sandi Adams and David Miller with today's UK Column News.

Sources: https://www.ukcolumn.org/video/uk-column-news-27th-august-2025

00:00 The Flag Wars: What’s Really Behind Britain’s Latest Symbolism Battle

24:30 They Won’t Drop Digital ID — We Still Don’t Want It

30:27 Cash for Abortions: What’s Really Going On in Australia?

36:22 UK Column Will Be ‘On Location’ In York

38:24 Tracking Viruses Through Waste Water: Are They Taking The Piss?

41:16 All Roads Lead To The Agenda 2030 Control Framework

47:47 The Renewable Rip-Off: More Green Energy, Less Green in Your Wallet

1:00:33 Drought: Where’s the Water? Schemes of the Agenda Men

Jerm is joined by Roman Bystrianyk to explore why vaccines may not deserve the credit they’ve been given. They look at history, sanitation, polio, and what really drove the decline in disease.

More Jerm Warfare: https://www.ukcolumn.org/series/jerm-warfare

Louise Peyton told Diane Rasmussen McAdie about her experiences as a registered nurse, a holistic health practitioner, and an artist.

Write-up with links: https://www.ukcolumn.org/video/heal-yourself-naturally

Monday's UK Column News, recorded on Saturday 23 August at the Hope Sussex festival, with Mike Robinson, Brian Gerrish, Charles Malet, Patrick Henningsen, Diane Rasmussen McAdie and Ben Rubin.

https://www.ukcolumn.org/video/uk-column-news-25th-august-2025

Start changing your food-buying habits

In this conversation, Jerm, Mike, and Charles discuss the complexities of regenerative farming, focusing on its scalability, health implications, ethical considerations, and the role of consumers in shaping agricultural practices.

They emphasise the importance of understanding the nutritional value of food, the ethical treatment of animals, and the need for consumers to make informed choices.

The chat also covers the marketing of food products and the necessity to reclaim the true meaning of sustainability in the context of modern agriculture.

More Jerm Warfare: https://www.ukcolumn.org/series/jerm-warfare

Jerm and Mark Conlon dive into the intricate details surrounding the events of 9/11, with a sharp focus on the planes involved (or, rather, allegedly involved). 

They trace the growth of scepticism towards the official narrative, underscoring the pivotal role of 9/11 in shaping public consciousness, and scrutinise anomalies in flight data and eyewitness accounts. 

Mark presents his research on the 'no planes' theory, probing the role of technology and obvious cover-ups. 

Their discussion also covers the physics of the impacts, the significance of military exercises on that day, and peculiarities in passenger manifests, urging listeners to question accepted narratives and consider the deeper implications of 9/11.

Bio: Mark is a researcher and author known for his critical analysis of the 9/11 events, particularly focusing on the anomalies surrounding the alleged plane crashes.

Website: https://911planesresearch.substack.com

More Jerm Warfare: https://www.ukcolumn.org/series/jerm-warfare

Brian Gerrish and Jemma Cooper discuss a wonderful weekend at the Sounds Beautiful Festival 2025 in Dorset. Set in beautiful countryside, the UK Column team enjoyed blue sky and sunshine together with the wonderful company of organisers, entertainers, members of the public, and many UK Column supporters.

Read the write-up: https://www.ukcolumn.org/video/uk-column-enjoys-sounds-beautiful-2025

Celia Farber, one of the first journalists to challenge the HIV/AIDS narrative, joins Jerm to discuss her journey, the politics of public health, and the striking parallels between HIV/AIDS and COVID-19.

More Jerm Warfare: https://www.ukcolumn.org/series/jerm-warfare

Mike Robinson, Charles Malet, Vanessa Beeley and Sandi Adams with today's UK Column News.

Sources: https://www.ukcolumn.org/video/uk-column-news-20th-august-2025

00:00 Coalition of the Determined to Keep the Ukraine War Going

12:36 The Connections of Israel Planning Its Final Solution

21:05 Who Is JD Vance with Sandi Adams

30:02 Join Us In York or Watch The Livestream

32:26 The Mysterious Sinking of the Bayesian: A Terrible Coincidence

40:03 Will Ofcom Add Age Verification (Mass Surveillance) to VPNs?

44:10 Scattered Spider and the Bigger Question: Who’s Really Behind the Cyber Attacks?

47:35 Lebanon at a Crossroads: Banks Banned, Financial Sanctions… Then What?

52:37 Is the Australian Government Paying Women $4,200 for Late-Stage Abortions?

1:00:43 Better News: Lebanese “Pfizer Vaccine” Turns Out to Be Just Salt and Water

1:01:52 Biosecurity Measures to Jab Livestock — You Are What You Eat

Roland Tremblay challenges Einstein with expansion theory, arguing that the universe’s constant growth explains gravity, time, light, and even UFOs without the need for black holes, dark matter or the Big Bang.

More Jerm Warfare: https://www.ukcolumn.org/series/jerm-warfare

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In this conversation, Jerm and Tim West, a no-virus activist and creator of the Two Colour Protocol who's challenged scientific dogmas from his Cambridge days to debunking COVID narratives alongside figures like Dr Mike Yeadon, stress the need to question mainstream stories while sharing how personal experiences mould beliefs and spark awakenings to alternative takes.

They rip into the flaws of modern science, virology, and the medical industry's dodgy health approaches, probing contagion myths and their fallout, with Tim unveiling his Two Colour Protocol—a straightforward method to split hard data from spun narratives for sharper critical thinking.

The chat also weaves in religion and belief systems, pushing for deeper nuance among sceptics to navigate reality's twists without falling for manipulation.

Tim’s Substack: https://substack.com/@timthagoras

Cancelled author Rosemary Jenkinson and Diane Rasmussen McAdie reflected on language, free speech, and authoritarian control in light of Rosemary’s new dystopian satirical novel, The Memorisers.

Write-up with links: https://www.ukcolumn.org/video/freeing-language-from-thought-control

From stockbroker to soil-builder: Farmer Angus explains how regenerative farming heals the land, creates better food, and offers a sustainable future for people and planet.More Jerm Warfare: https://www.ukcolumn.org/series/jerm-warfare

Brian Gerrish, Ben Rubin and Prof. Diane Rasmussen McAdie with Monday's UK Column News.

Sources: https://www.ukcolumn.org/video/uk-column-news-18th-august-2025

Timestamps:

00:00 Honouring The Fallen While Preparing the Next Generation

19:56 WEF’s Future in BlackRock’s Hands: From Schwab’s Vision to Fink’s Fortune

24:34 From Classrooms to Newsrooms: All In for the SDGs

39:57 Join Us In York or Watch The Livestream

45:58 The New Port Authority — Military Muscle With Corporate Ambition

1:01:10 Chat-GPT, Remember: Garbage In = Garbage Out