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The U.S. Empire Is Running Out of Resources — China Saw This Coming | Silk and Steel
The U.S. now faces a growing strategic dilemma: Washington wants to maintain its global military presence while it simultaneously escalates confrontation with Iran, pressures Russia and attempts to contain China.But the resources are not unlimited.In this episode, Rachel Blevins speaks with geopolitical analyst Carl Zha, host of the Silk and Steel Podcast, about what the Strait of Hormuz crisis re
The Medical Industry is a Cult | Silk and Steel
Michael Bryant discusses the history of medical care and delves into the medical industry's transformation to a cult.He discusss the implications of the Flexner Report and how it shapes modern medicine. This adds a need for critical thought with regard to health and medical authority.Michael discusses the evolution of medical licenses, the impact industrial capitalism has on the medical field,
UK Column News — 21st August 2026
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AI Data Centres, Central Intel, and Water Lockdowns | Jerm Warfare
As Hakeem Anwar notes, AI is pitched as the next internet. Behind the hype, hyperscalers throw billions at data centres. The data centres guzzle water and power on an industrial scale. It is a bubble built on easy money. When it pops, consumers will foot the bill.These monster facilities pollute neighbourhoods, drain local resources, and feed a Big Tech surveillance apparatus. They have their fing
The U.S. Empire Is COLLAPSING — China, Iran & BRICS Are Changing the World | Silk and Steel
The U.S. economy may look strong on Wall Street, but what happens when you look beneath the stock market?In this episode, Rasheed and Carl Zha examine the growing economic, military and geopolitical pressures facing the United States — from the enormous U.S. debt burden and the AI bubble to the declining role of the dollar and the rise of alternative financial systems centered around China and BRI
Preparing for the Worst | Jerm Warfare
In this episode, James Walton and Jerm explore practical preparedness as a mindset of self-reliance and community support rather than mere survivalism.We discuss how to build your readiness around your daily routine with things like everyday carry items and vehicle emergency supplies, and the balance between convenience and preparedness based on how far from home you typically operate.The conversa
UK Column News — 19th August 2026
Charles Malet, Basil Valentine, 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► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official UK Column website
Bayesian Reasoning Destroys Covid and DEI | Jerm Warfare
Norman Fenton is a mathematician who discusses the COVID narrative, Bayesian reasoning, and the influence of academia on public health policies.He shares insights from his work challenging official data and explores the deeper ideological shifts in universities.https://www.normanfenton.com/► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch previous live recordings
Can Academia Be Repaired? | UK Column Interviews
Brian Gerrish, Professor Diane Rasmussen and Ben Rubin discuss the appointment of Jason Arday at Jesus College, University of Cambridge. This informal discussion was recorded before Mr. Arday’s death and explores a number of issues. The possible reasons for Arday’s unlikely rise to a professorship at one of the world’s most elite universities, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion hiring mandates and g
The Banquet Where China’s Future Was Decided | Silk and Steel
The Qin Dynasty has fallen. The rebel armies have defeated China’s first imperial dynasty, and now the victors must decide what comes next.But instead of creating a stable new order, Xiang Yu begins to divide the former Qin empire among rival kings and military commanders. This creates a political landscape which is filled with competing ambitions, grudges and potential rebellions.At the center of
Language, Immigration, and Multiculturalism | Jerm Warfare
Jerm and Charles explore the evolution of English, accents, and what language reveals about class and culture as they weave in personal travel experiences and historical contexts.They then turn to immigration in the UK and beyond, connect today's migration patterns to colonial history, and argue that media narratives strip out the geopolitical roots to the issue. A central thread is the distin
UK Column News — 17th August 2026
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America’s Asian Allies Prepare for a U.S. Retreat | Silk and Steel
Is the United States losing its ability to dominate Asia?In this episode of the Silk and Steel Podcast, Carl Zha is joined by Australian economist and geopolitical analyst Dr. Warwick Powell for a wide-ranging discussion about the changing balance of power from the Persian Gulf to East Asia.The conversation begins with the continuing war involving Iran and the strategic consequences of the Strait
John Stockwell Was an Important CIA Whistleblower | Jerm Warfare
Covert Action Magazine editor Jeremy Kuzmarov argues that the CIA functions as the enforcement arm of corporate interests, infiltrates academia and Hollywood to shape public narratives, glorifies its operations in film, and manufactures consent through propaganda.He highlights whistleblowers like John Stockwell, whose exposure of covert actions and enigmatic death illustrate the personal dangers t
UK Column News — 14th August 2026
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Free Speech Versus Common Decency | Jerm Warfare
Jerm and Todd Hayen examine the tension between free speech and societal decency while they analyse how media control, AI, and power dynamics shape human behaviour.They argue that to thrive in a free society requires maintenance of the fundamental balance between individual liberty and collective values.https://www.shrewviews.com► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK ti
UK Column News — 12th August 2026
Mike Robinson, Charles Malet, and Vanessa Beeley present today's UK Column News.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► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official
From West Point to Military Accountability | UK Column Interviews
Brad Miller graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point in 2003 and served 19 years in active duty. His career took him to Afghanistan, Honduras, South Korea, and various locations throughout the US.Brad tells Charles about the pivotal moment he chose to resign after being relieved of battalion command for refusing the military’s Covid injection mandate. His 19 years, three mon
Is China Winning the Global Game? Taiwan, Panama & Japan Reveal the New Reality | Silk and Steel
Taiwan has witnessed a major political shift — but why does much of the Western media ignore the story?Carl Zha joins Jamarl Thomas to discuss the massive protests in Taiwan, the dissatisfaction with the DPP government, and what the movement could mean for the future of cross-strait relations.Carl explains why many Taiwanese voters question the strategy of confrontation with China, why upcoming el
How Xi Jinping Became Hitler | Jerm Warfare
Matt Ehret and Jerm dig into modern geopolitics: Xi Jinping, the Belt and Road Initiative, and the shift toward a multipolar world.They talk about why an understanding of historical narratives and societal structures matters, especially to cut through controlled opposition and media manipulation.https://matthewehret.substack.com/► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK ti
The Great Talmudic Confluence | Jerm Warfare
Suidlanders spokesman Simon Roche returns to lay out "the confluence", a once-in-civilisation alignment of crises he believes will make 2027 one of the most painful years in human history.In this wide-ranging conversation, Simon connects the dots across global energy and diesel disruptions, collapsing fertiliser and food security, a cracking bond market and yen carry trade, a historic st
Military Matters: Episode 8
In the latest episode of Military Matters, Brian Gerrish and Charles Malet discuss the politicisation of military leadership and the spectacularly poor outcomes arising from it. There is particular focus on the UK’s Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, its connections with corporate and the wider civilian environment, and some of the business activities of the current commandant. ► Join UK Column Liv
China's Most Dangerous Dinner: The Hongmen Banquet Explained | Silk and Steel
The Qin Dynasty has fallen, but the struggle for China has only just begun.In this episode of the Silk & Steel Chinese History Series, Carl Zha and JJ explore one of the most dramatic turning points in Chinese history: the events that lead to the legendary Hongmen Banquet (鸿门宴).After Liu Bang peacefully enters the Qin capital and wins over local officials through restraint and political skill,
UK Column News — 10th August 2026
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Systems, Goals, and Human Excellence | Jerm Warfare Weekly Banter
This week, the trio get into endurance running and the psychology behind physical challenges with a discussion of the Comrades Marathon as the ultimate test of human grit. They unpack the mental side of long-distance running, debate the role of diet in athletic performance, and explore how modern lifestyles have shaped—and perhaps warped—our natural physicality.The conversation then shifts to the
America Fights the Wrong Enemy — Warwick Powell Explains | Silk and Steel
For decades, American politicians have blamed China for the decline of U.S. manufacturing. But what if they're blaming the wrong country?In this wide-ranging conversation, Dr. Warwick Powell joins Carl Zha to explain why America's economic crisis is rooted in its own financial system—not in Beijing.They discuss:Why tariffs haven't revived American industryThe Strait of Hormuz crisis an
University Is Dead | Jerm Warfare
David Klatzow and Jerm analyse the decline of academic integrity, the negative influence of funding on research, and the risks of groupthink within universities.They further examine how inequalities in education and the pressures of the pharmaceutical industry challenge the pursuit of truth and critical thinking.Contact David at davidklatzow48@gmail.com► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday
UK Column News — 5th August 2026
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 ► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official UK Column website ► [Suppor
Don’t Trust the Experts | Jerm Warfare
Roger Cunningham, aka the Ethical Skeptic, explores the tactics of social engineering, propaganda, and the manipulation of scientific discourse.He discusses how logical fallacies influence science, dives into the importance of skepticism, and shares methods to spot disinformation in various domains.https://theethicalskeptic.com► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time
From Silver Screen to Soil Structure | UK Column Interviews
Sailing against the prevailing wind of orthodoxy, Rachel has removed all chemicals from her cattle farm in New South Wales, Australia. This is for the land, the livestock, and all involved.In this fascinating and important conversation, Rachel tells Charles the key to success is to establish a vibrant local market and get nutritionally dense delicious beef to those who appreciate its real value.To
Trump's Iran Gamble FAILED? Why America Has No Good Options | Silk and Steel
The geopolitical landscape is changing faster than most analysts expected.In this explosive conversation, Carl Zha joins Rasheed Muhammad to examine the consequences of escalated tensions which involve Iran, the Strait of Hormuz, the United States, and China.Topics include:Why the Strait of Hormuz crisis could reshape the global economyAmerica's military and strategic positionChina's decad
Homeschooling Is Superior | Jerm Warfare
Author and significant figure in the American homeschool movement, Kevin Swanson, advocates for parental control in education by highlighting the academic and spiritual advantages of homeschool over public school.He argues that a holistic approach to learning that fosters strong family relationships and counters negative societal trends.https://generations.org► Join UK Column Live every Monday, We
UK Column News — 5th August 2026
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Climate Propaganda and Car Wars | Jerm Warfare Weekly Banter
This week’s banter between Mike, Charles, and Jerm explores various themes which surround weather patterns, climate change narratives, media influence, local versus global climate effects, pollution, and the perception of electric vehicles.They discuss how expectations around weather and climate have shifted, the role of media in shaping public perception, and the complexities of environmental iss
The Dangers of Political Neurolinguistic Programming | UK Column Interviews
David Skyman is a Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP) Master Trainer with more than 20 years of experience in the field. In this conversation, David talks about the power of NLP and how the therapeutic process can be used to shape our lives.Our government in Westminster boasted in its 2010 Cabinet Office document 'MINDSPACE: Influencing Behaviour through Public Policy' that it now had the power to c
Why the West Panics Over China's Open-Source AI Revolution | Silk and Steel
For years, Silicon Valley believed it would dominate artificial intelligence through closed, proprietary models. But what happens when China releases powerful open-source AI that anyone can run?In this episode, Carl Zha joins Jamarl Thomas to break down one of the biggest technological and geopolitical shifts happening today.They examine why Chinese AI companies are disrupting America's busine
Do Afrikaners Have a Future? | Jerm Warfare
This conversation with Dan Roodt is a passionate defence of Afrikaner identity, language, and cultural survival. Roodt frames the Afrikaner story as a constant struggle against empire, from the Dutch East India Company through the British empire to the current ANC regime.Roodt sees South Africa as a failed state but views Afrikaners as resilient, deeply rooted in Africa, and possessed with an orga
UK Column News — 3rd August 2026
Brian Gerrish and Ben Rubin 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► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official UK Column website► [Support UK Column]
Matt Payne | A Thousand Words (Part 1 of 3)
Jake paints his friend and fellow performer Matt Payne — aka Matt in the Hat — while they trace six years of friendship that began in lockdown Brighton. Matt takes us through the collapse of his old identity and the strange, synchronicity-laced rebirth that followed — one that took him from terrified lockdown obedience to the front line of the protest movement, and eventually to the harder, quiete
China's Rare Earth Squeeze Cripples America's War Machine | Silk and Steel
As tensions between the United States and Iran continue to escalate, a larger geopolitical contest is unfolding behind the headlines.Carl Zha joins Rachel Blevins to explain why the conflict is about far more than the Middle East. From China's rare earth export controls and America's missile shortages to energy security, global supply chains, and the future of U.S. power, this conversation
Regenerative Agriculture, Raw Milk, and Delicious Burgers | Jerm Warfare
Jerm and Farmer Angus explore the ongoing information war, the challenges of media trust, and the state of agriculture and health.They discuss the importance of regenerative agriculture, the political landscape's corruption, and the cultural shifts between the East and West.Farmer Angus emphasises the significance of raw milk in nutrition, the role of bacteria in health, and the broader implic
UK Column News — 31st July 2026
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 ► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official UK Column website ► [Support UK Col
The British, the Boers, and the Prophecies | Jerm Warfare
This conversation with Simon Roche explores the historical and cultural significance of Siener van Rensburg, his prophecies with regard to the Boer identity in South Africa, his visions during the Second Anglo-Boer War, and the Boers' battles against the British Empire.The discussion further examines the impact of ANC rule, historical events, and modern challenges which face the Afrikaner nati
Will Russia Escalate the War with Ukraine? | UK Column Interviews
Veteran journalist John Helmer is the longest continuously serving foreign correspondent in Russia. He has lived and worked in Moscow since 1989. Before that, he served as an advisor in the Whitlam and Carter administrations, the Arab League and the government of Andreas Papandreou — a life, as he puts it, spent working for political losers.In this wide-ranging conversation with Mike Robinson, Hel
How the Qin Empire Really Fell: The Deadly Trap That Created Imperial China | Silk and Steel
The Qin Empire is collapsing—but the real battle for China has only just begun.In this episode of the Silk & Steel Chinese History Series, Carl Zha and JJ continue the dramatic story that follows the Battle of Julu, where the young military genius Xiang Yu shattered Qin's strongest army and changed the course of Chinese history.Yet victory on the battlefield is only the beginning.As Qin
Privacy, Sovereignty, and Culture | Jerm Warfare
Gabriel Custodiet and Jerm explore the complex landscape of privacy, technology, and societal control.They discuss practical privacy strategies, the impact of AI, and the importance of understanding and hijacking big tech tools to regain sovereignty.https://watchmanprivacy.com► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch previous live recordings h
UK Column News — 29th July 2026
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► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official UK Column website► [Support UK Column] Please dona
Apartheid and the Helderberg Air Disaster | Jerm Warfare
Forensic scientist David Klatzow investigates the 1987 Helderberg aviation disaster. He highlights critical discrepancies with regard to illegal cargo and a massive South African government cover-up.His analysis challenges the official narrative by examining toxic conditions aboard the flight and the lack of accountability surrounding the tragedy. This is widely considered one of the most interest
Spotlight On Corrupt Cities | UK Column Interviews
Quiet-spoken Martin Brighton made contact with Brian Gerrish over twenty years ago. An email and telephone call led to a meeting where an exchange of information showed two cities, Sheffield and Plymouth, mired in corruption as a result of the secret networks of Common Purpose.When Martin's wife was intimidated by the city council, his investigations lifted the lid on millions in European fund
Jose Vega: Declare Independence | UK Column Interviews
Jose Vega returns to UK Column after more than a year, ahead of the US midterms where he again challenges Ritchie Torres in the Bronx.This time his campaign took a two-pronged approach, to run in the Democratic primary and on the general election ballot. Once again he gathered more than 15,000 signatures to do it and took six percent in the June primary.The discussion covers the confrontational in
The AI Race Just Changed Forever | Silk and Steel
China's AI industry has done it again.Just months after DeepSeek stunned the world, Moonshot AI has released Kimi K3, a massive new open-weight model that many analysts call the "Second DeepSeek Moment." Is the hype justified?Carl Zha is joined by Chinese AI expert TP Huang to break down what Kimi K3 is, why it represents a major leap in China's AI capabilities, and what it means
Is Progress a Good or Bad Thing? | Jerm Warfare
This week’s banter between Jerm, Mike, and Charles, celebrates the 20th anniversary of the UK Column. They discuss the significance of physical events and media in a digital age.The speakers reflect on the importance of community engagement, the historical context of Plymouth as the event's location, and the impact of the Covid era on social interactions.They also explore the nature of progres
UK Column News — 27th July 2026
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How Liu Bang Outsmarted China's First Empire — The Fall of Qin Begins | Silk and Steel
The Qin Dynasty conquered all of China—but it collapsed almost as quickly as it rose.In this episode of the Silk & Steel Chinese History Series, Carl Zha and JJ continue the dramatic story of the Chu–Han Contention following the decisive Battle of Julu (207 BC). Xiang Yu's stunning victory shattered Qin's elite frontier army and transformed the balance of power across China.But militar
Humans Do Not Cause Climate Change | Jerm Warfare
Tony Heller challenges mainstream climate science narratives, discusses data manipulation, and explores the real issues behind climate change and technological development.And no, humans are not the cause of climate change.https://realclimatescience.com► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch previous live recordings here ► [UK Colu
UK Column News — 24th July 2026
Brian Gerrish, 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 ► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official UK Column website ► [Support UK Column] Please donate
Africa’s Advanced Ancient Civilisations | Jerm Warfare
South African author, researcher, and explorer Michael Tellinger explores the influence of ancient civilisations and Anunnaki history on modern societal structures and the banking system, especially in southern Africa.He further advocates for self-sustained communities through the implementation of his ‘One Small Town' concept.https://www.onesmalltown.org/► Join UK Column Live every Monday, We
Piping around the Planet | UK Column Interviews
At just 20 years old, Robin Alderslowe has a profound understanding of his native Scottish culture and a keen sense of the forces which attempt to challenge and threaten it.A talented musician, he plays his bagpipes all over the world as he treats other cultures to the sound of his homeland.Robin spoke to Charles Malet at the foot of the famous Wallace Monument in Stirling. He describes the recept
Trump's Biggest Gamble Yet: Can America Survive Another Iran War? | Silk and Steel
Donald Trump has reignited economic confrontation just as global markets appeared to stabilise. Why now? And what does it reveal about America's political and economic trajectory?In this episode of Silk & Steel, Carl Zha is joined once again by geopolitical analyst Einar Tangen for a wide-ranging discussion on the latest developments shaping the world.Topics include:Trump's renewed eco
Christian Drosten is the Root of the Covid PCR Fraud | Jerm Warfare
Jerm and Simon Goddek cover two intertwined threads—Simon's off-grid life in Brazil, where he has built a self-sustaining homestead, and the Christian Drosten PCR scandal, where a deeply flawed test protocol was rushed into publication and fast-tracked by the scientific establishment with virtually no scrutiny.Everybody has focused on Fauci when they should focus on Drosten.They explore the et
UK Column News — 22nd July 2026
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 ► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official UK Column website ► [Support UK Column] Please donate
A Doctor Who Is a Vaccinated Anti-Vaxxer | Jerm Warfare
Dave Cartland is a medical doctor who recounts his experience of being struck off the medical register after he questioned COVID-19 pandemic policies and vaccine safety.This discussion highlights professional challenges that resulted, the decline of informed consent, and what the impact has been to doctor-patient trust.https://drdavidcartland.substack.com► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesd
Stateside with Mark Anderson
In the first of these relaxed conversational style pieces, UK Column’s North America correspondent Mark Anderson talks about the issues affecting people there.Subjects covered in this first episode include the rise of planned AI data centres and the reaction of ordinary people to government proposals.Mark visits the construction site of one data centre, filming and documenting the noise and visual
The Strait of Hormuz Crisis: Why China Will Not Play Trump's Game | Silk and Steel
Can the United States charge China for keeping the Strait of Hormuz open?In this episode of the Silk & Steel Podcast, Carl Zha welcomes back Dr. Warwick Powell to examine one of the most consequential geopolitical developments of 2026.Following the conflict with Iran, President Trump suggests that China should pay the United States to maintain freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz
The British Monarchy and the City of London | Jerm Warfare
This conversation examines the distraction economy, the nature of work and leisure, and the complex historical and contemporary role of the British monarchy within the UK.Jerm, Mike, and Charles also address governance, the influence of the City of London, and how these societal structures navigate political challenges and potential foreign influence.► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday a
UK Column News — 20th July 2026
Ben Rubin and Mike Robinson 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 ► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official UK Column website ► [Support UK Column] Please donate to support our independent
The US Did Not See China's Next Move Coming | Silk and Steel
China has sent another unmistakable signal—not only in the Pacific but also in space.Carl Zha joins Jamarl Thomas to unpack a series of major geopolitical developments, from rising tensions between China and the Philippines over the Batanes Islands, to China's latest submarine-launched ballistic missile test, and the accelerating competition between China's lunar program and NASA's Art
The Empire Never Left Africa | Jerm Warfare
Jerm and PD Lawton argue that Africa's chronic instability is not accidental, but the product of a centuries-old financial network — centred on the City of London, Wall Street, and mining giants like Anglo-American and De Beers — that has kept the continent unsovereign since Cecil Rhodes.They cast figures like Julius Malema as synthetic evolutionaries built to divide and destabilise, frame eve
UK Column News — 17th July 2026
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But is AI Art, Art?
Jerm and Jake Fern caught up for a second chat. The main thread was Jake's podcast A Thousand Words, where he paints a guest's portrait over several hours while having slow, deep conversations.They also discussed AI art, vented about the toxic purity-testing in the alternative community — particularly the absurd accusations against cartoonistBob Moran over supposedly Masonic signature numb
Unmasking the War in Ukraine (Part 2) | UK Column Interviews
In part two of this fascinating interview, Deepti challenges the western media narrative which claims Russia started an offensive war with Ukraine. She describes this narrative as false. Deepti talks about the extreme nature of the Ukrainian political regime, its origins in WW1 and WW2 and its continued hatred of Russians. Deepti highlights the role of the west, led by the UK, where it supports th
The Battle That Ended China's First Empire — Xiang Yu's Greatest Victory | Silk and Steel
The Battle of Julu (207 BC) stands among the most decisive military engagements in Chinese history. It marked the beginning of the end for the mighty Qin Dynasty—the empire that first unified China under Qin Shi Huang.In this episode of the Silk & Steel Chinese History Series, Carl Zha and JJ continue their exploration of the collapse of the Qin Empire as they examine how a peasant rebellion e
The Truth Movement is a Cult | Jerm Warfare
Jake Fern critiques the truth movement for its reliance on binary thought and purity tests. He advocates, instead, for genuine sovereignty through critical discernment.Jake emphasises that truth without action is hollow and highlights the risks of cult-like dynamics within isolated ideological communities.https://substack.com/@jakefern► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm
UK Column News — 15th July 2026
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► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official UK Column website► [Support UK Column] Please donate to support our independent journalis
Are Iran and Israel In on It? | Jerm Warfare
Jerm and Vanessa Beeley analyse the complexities of Iran's geopolitical situation while they critique the oversimplification of Western media narratives.They advocate for a deeper understanding of internal Iranian dynamics and the impact of global power structures on regional perceptions.https://beeley.substack.com► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch
Unmasking the War in Ukraine (Part 1) | UK Column Interviews
In a troubled and dangerous world the West claims only it holds the line in terms of freedom, democracy, international security and justice.Deepti is an analyst with UNIT, an international team working to bring peace to Ukraine. She sits down with Brian Gerrish and unmasks that false narrative.As she exposes how UK, USA and European powers are stirring up slaughter in Ukraine, Deepti has been ques
China's Tech Stack: From 6G to Nuclear Subs | Silk and Steel
In this extended Q&A session, Carl Zha and TP Huang answer viewer questions on everything from 6G and SpaceX to sodium batteries and China's semiconductor strategy. TP drops knowledge on why China doesn't need EUV anymore, how sodium batteries will crush lithium prices, and who will compete with Starlink.► Join UK Column Live every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1pm UK time or watch p
Mike Takes Me through UK Column’s History | Jerm Warfare
UK Column is an independent media organisation that was established in 2006 to investigate systemic corruption, child abuse, and advocates for accountability.In this week’s banter, I wanted to know more about its two-decade evolution through changing audio-visual technologies and the persistent challenge to navigate censorship and maintain objective discourse.► Join UK Column Live every Monday, We
UK Column News — 13th July 2026
Brian Gerrish and Ben Rubin 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 ► [UK Column Website] Explore all our written and video content on the official UK Column website ► [Support UK Column] Please donate to support our independent journalism & investigativ
How China Became a Scientific Superpower in Just 25 Years | Silk and Steel
China has gone from having virtually no world-class research universities to domination of global scientific output in just a few decades—but why have traditional university rankings not reflected this transformation?In this episode of the Silk & Steel Podcast, Carl Zha welcomes returning guest Doggie (Han Feizi) to unpack China's extraordinary rise in science, higher education, and techno
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