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Ickonic 381 Episodes Oct 20, 2026

Trending is a daily news and current affairs show from Ickonic, hosted by Gareth Icke, Richard Willett, and Jaymie Icke. It airs weekday mornings at 10am UK time and offers insights, analysis, and commentary on the stories making headlines overnight. The show aims to provide balance and controversy, with a touch of humor. It also promotes Ickonic's subscription service for full access to documentaries and series, and accepts listener support via Buzzsprout.

Episodes

Why Do Trump's Supporters Defend What They Once Opposed? | Trending Ep443
Why Do Trump's Supporters Defend What They Once Opposed? | Trending Ep443 Oct 20, 2026 1054 Are people turning a blind eye to government overreach simply because their preferred political party is in power?Gareth examines John Whitehead's article The Politics of Denial, exploring Donald Trump, political tribalism and the dangers of defending actions we would condemn if the opposition were responsible. From expanding government powers to the erosion of civil liberties and freedom of
France Erupts in Riots as Unrest Spreads to Italy | Trending Ep442
France Erupts in Riots as Unrest Spreads to Italy | Trending Ep442 Oct 19, 2026 807 Violent protests, looting and clashes with police have sparked unrest across France, with disturbances also reported in Milan, Italy. Jaymie examines the escalating chaos, questions whether violence is undermining the legitimate concerns behind the demonstrations, and considers what the unrest could mean for Macron and Europe's political future.Elsewhere, Jaymie discusses RFK Jr.'s stanc
170 School Shootings in 2026, WTF is happening!? | Trending EP441
170 School Shootings in 2026, WTF is happening!? | Trending EP441 Oct 16, 2026 962 3 children and 1 teacher killed in Oregon, US, at an elementary school as a 16-year-old targets the school with a gun before being shot dead by a member of the public. It's the 170th school shooting in the US this year, after 235 in 2025. Are 'speaking skills' being neglected by the education system in the UK? Labour clearly think so as they plan to add them to the curriculum. Where
Could Britain Rejoin the EU Without Another Brexit Vote? | Trending Ep440
Could Britain Rejoin the EU Without Another Brexit Vote? | Trending Ep440 Oct 15, 2026 959 Could Britain rejoin the European Union without another Brexit referendum? Gareth examines Labour MP Emily Thornberry's proposal to make EU membership a manifesto commitment, questioning whether a general election would provide a sufficient mandate to reverse Brexit and what it could mean for British democracy.Elsewhere, Gareth discusses the prospect of further Israeli military action against
Traditional Britain Is Dying Out | Trending EP439
Traditional Britain Is Dying Out | Trending EP439 Oct 14, 2026 1003 Traditional British names like Taylor, Johnson and Brown disappear from the top 10 names in the UK, replaced with names like Khan, Ahmed and Ali in a clear display of a changing British society. In the last decade 4/5 new jobs have gone to foreign nationals. Ukraine launches a major drone attack on a Russian oil refinery despite warnings from Donald Trump and the US against doing so. Russell Brand
Israeli Soldiers Reveal What Changed in Gaza After October 7 | Trending Ep438
Israeli Soldiers Reveal What Changed in Gaza After October 7 | Trending Ep438 Oct 13, 2026 1176 Israeli intelligence soldiers have reportedly revealed disturbing changes to military targeting policies in Gaza following October 7, including relaxed rules surrounding civilian casualties. Gareth examines the testimony published by Israeli and German media, questions the circumstances surrounding Israel's intelligence failures and discusses what these accounts could reveal about the conduct
Why Did He Climb Into a Tiger Enclosure? | Trending Ep437
Why Did He Climb Into a Tiger Enclosure? | Trending Ep437 Oct 12, 2026 786 A man has died after climbing into a tiger enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park, with eyewitness accounts raising questions about his behaviour before the fatal attack. Jaymie examines the bizarre circumstances surrounding the tragedy, questions how the man was able to enter the enclosure and explains why he believes the tiger should not be punished.Elsewhere, Jaymie discusses a reported Trump–Rus
The Government Says Online Controls Are Just the Beginning | Trending Ep435
The Government Says Online Controls Are Just the Beginning | Trending Ep435 Oct 8, 2026 1094 The UK Government is calling for a more interventionist approach to policing and regulating the online world. Gareth examines the latest proposals for online restrictions, age verification and digital ID, questioning whether measures introduced in the name of safety could lead to greater state control over what we see and say online.Elsewhere, Gareth discusses another oil tanker attack off the Rus
Cancer Rates Skyrocket Since 2023 - What Was Rolled Out In That Period..? | Trending EP434
Cancer Rates Skyrocket Since 2023 - What Was Rolled Out In That Period..? | Trending EP434 Oct 7, 2026 944 Finally, the mainstream media are acknowledging the major rise in cancers in people under 50; of course, what they're not acknowledging is what may be behind it. What major international medical experiment just happened to take place at the time the spike was noticed…? Pretending to be gay is now a way to try and gain asylum in the UK. More children than ever are entering the UK care system,
Is This How the Next Pandemic Starts? | Trending Ep433
Is This How the Next Pandemic Starts? | Trending Ep433 Oct 6, 2026 995 A possible plague case in Russia is already drawing comparisons with the early days of COVID. Gareth examines what is currently known about the death of a researcher in Siberia, the quarantine measures reportedly introduced, and asks whether the speed and scale of the response could reveal where the story is heading. Elsewhere, Gareth discusses the case of a prisoner released early who later murde
Is Zionism Racist? | Trending Ep432
Is Zionism Racist? | Trending Ep432 Oct 5, 2026 823 The Green Party has voted to adopt a motion describing Zionism as a form of racism, sparking a major political backlash and leading to party leader Zack Polanski being barred from entering Israel. Jaymie examines the argument behind the motion, explores the definitions of Zionism and colonialism, and asks whether the controversy is another example of tribal politics preventing an open debate. Else
What Really Happened on Flydubai Flight FZ1073? | Trending Ep431
What Really Happened on Flydubai Flight FZ1073? | Trending Ep431 Oct 2, 2026 1291 A Flydubai flight bound for Israel was forced to make an emergency landing after the co-pilot allegedly attacked the captain and attempted to seize control of the aircraft. Gareth examines how the public account of the incident developed from reports of a technical problem and pilot altercation into claims of a potential “9/11-style” terror attack, and questions what is currently known about the m

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