In this episode of The Winston Marshall Show, I sit down with Colonel John Spencer, one of the world’s leading experts on urban warfare, to break down the brutal realities of the Israel–Hamas war.

Spencer explains how the October 7 invasion was more than a terror attack – it was a coordinated military operation, backed by Iran and linked to Hezbollah. He describes in detail how Hamas used tunnel networks, IEDs, and human shields to wage war inside Gaza, deliberately drawing civilians into the battlefield to create global outrage against Israel.

We discuss the IDF’s strategy, from their full-scale ground invasion on October 27 to the unprecedented measures taken to warn and evacuate civilians – even at the cost of prolonging the war. Spencer also reveals why Gaza has become the first modern “tunnel war”, why snipers and booby-trapped homes shaped the conflict, and how Israel managed to hold off threats across multiple fronts, from Hezbollah in Lebanon to Iran itself.

This is a rare, insider military analysis of the Gaza war – exposing the tactics, strategies, and propaganda battles that most of the media ignore.

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Chapters

0:00 Introduction

4:27 Coordination of the October 7 Invasion

8:17 Hezbollah's Role and Hamas' Strategy

21:08 Hamas' Military Capabilities and Tactics

35:14 IDF's Response and Strategic Decisions

56:56 The Evolution of the Conflict and Hamas' Survival

1:05:01 The Impact of Foreign Military Aid

1:11:52 The Role of Egypt and Humanitarian Considerations

1:15:25 Vaccination Campaigns and Perceptions in Gaza

1:25:19 Humanitarian Aid and Hamas' Control

1:41:56 Jordanian and Egyptian Aid Efforts

1:45:47 Resistance Within Gaza

1:54:20 The Trump Peace Plan

1:59:49 Hamas' Incentives and Challenges

2:10:08 Netanyahu's Leadership During the War

2:13:09 Final Thoughts and Future Outlook

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In this episode of The Winston Marshall Show, I sit down with Silkie Carlo, Director of Big Brother Watch, to discuss Keir Starmer’s announcement of mandatory digital IDs and what it means for the future of Britain’s freedoms.

Silkie explains how this scheme, coupled with new laws like the Online Safety Act, risks creating a surveillance state where every transaction, message, and movement can be tracked. From facial recognition on the streets to secretive “non-crime hate incidents,” she warns that Britain is sleepwalking into authoritarianism under the guise of safety and security.

We explore the role of tech giants and AI-driven censorship, the government’s appetite for mass data collection, and how ordinary people are being criminalised for speech once protected by law. Silkie argues that privacy is not a luxury — it’s the foundation of a free society.

A chilling but vital conversation about digital IDs, mass surveillance, and the urgent fight to reclaim our liberties before it’s too late.

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Chapters

0:00 Introduction

1:30 Digital ID and Its Implications

7:04 Arguments Against Digital ID

10:06 Historical Context and Previous Attempts

19:27 Surveillance and Control

30:55 Facial Recognition

48:21 Public Opposition and Political Support

55:44 Future of Digital IDs and Resistance

1:01:34 Final Thoughts

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In this episode of The Winston Marshall Show, I sit down with Mike Benz, former State Department official and leading critic of the Censorship Industrial Complex, to expose how governments and NGOs are working hand-in-glove with Big Tech to police free speech across the West.

Mike explains how the EU’s Digital Services Act and Britain’s Online Safety Act are being used to impose AI-driven censorship, threatening not only European citizens but also Americans posting from within the US. We explore how these laws function as a “digital censorship regime,” backed by crippling fines and international coordination.

From USAID funding NGOs to shut down cross-border political movements, to the Hate Lab in Cardiff feeding real-time speech data to UK police, Benz reveals how censorship has become industrialised — and how Elon Musk’s takeover of Twitter briefly broke the system.

We also discuss the Biden administration’s role, the UK’s crackdown on comedians and dissidents, and the disturbing reality of AI censorship ‘Death Stars’ designed to silence debate on elections, COVID, climate, and more.

A deep dive into the machinery of modern censorship — and what it means for the future of free speech in the West.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction

01:32 What Is the Censorship Industrial Complex?

06:10 How the Government Outsources Censorship to NGOs

11:45 The EU’s Role in Exporting Censorship to the US

17:30 AI-Powered Censorship & The Death of Free Speech

22:05 Twitter Files & the Exposure of Government Pressure

28:40 How “Trust & Safety” Became a Weapon

35:15 The Role of the National Security State

41:10 Elon Musk vs The Censorship Machine

47:35 How the Online Safety Bill Extends UK Censorship

53:20 The Global Coordination of Digital Repression

1:00:45 How NGOs Control the Narrative Across Borders

1:07:12 Mike Benz’s Plan to Dismantle the Censorship Network

1:12:40 Final Thoughts & A Warning for the West

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In this episode of The Winston Marshall Show, I sat down with journalist, author, and host of The Brink, Jake Wallis Simons, to unpack the latest in the Israel–Hamas war, the UN’s controversial genocide report, and Britain’s recognition of a Palestinian state.

We examine what Keir Starmer’s decision really means — and why Hamas itself has called it the “fruits of October 7.” Jake explains how the propaganda war has been waged from 1947 to today, why the UN has long been biased against Israel, and how famine and aid are manipulated as weapons in the conflict.

We also discuss Jake’s new book Never Again: How the West Betrayed the Jews and Itself, where he argues that anti-Semitism is a symptom of the West’s civilizational decline, from centrist fundamentalism to the rise of radical ideologies.

A wide-ranging conversation on Israel, Gaza, the UN, Western weakness, and whether we can restore our lost values.

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Pre-order Jake’s new book here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Never-Again-West-Betrayed-Itself/dp/0349000433

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Chapters

0:00 Recognition of Palestinian State and UN Report on Genocide

3:28 Discussion on the Israel-Hamas Conflict and Keir Starmer's Recognition of Palestine

7:05 Starmer's Condemnation of Hamas and the Pay-for-Slay Fund

9:09 Clarification on Starmer's Recognition and the Pay-for-Slay Fund

16:53 The UN Genocide Report and Its Credibility

38:52The Propaganda War and Hamas's Strategy

42:20 The Muslim Brotherhood and Its Influence in Gaza

48:57 The Aid Situation in Gaza and the Role of the UN and Israel

1:06:01 The Ceasefire and the Hostages

1:11:24 Britain's Recognition of Palestine and Its Implications

1:14:04 Starmer's Moral Clarity and Family Ties

1:15:22 The Moral Complexities of War

1:17:32 Final Thoughts

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Journalist Michael Tracey joins The Winston Marshall Show for an uncompromising deep-dive into the murky world of Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell, and the web of conspiracies surrounding their crimes.

Tracey separates fact from fiction — breaking down Epstein’s 2008 plea deal, the failures of federal prosecutors, and the dubious credibility of key accusers like Virginia Giuffre. He exposes how much of the “Epstein mythology” has been built on shaky claims, media sensationalism, and opportunistic lawyers, while real questions remain about Epstein’s finances, intelligence links, and the powerful figures in his orbit.

They discuss Prince Andrew, Alan Dershowitz, the infamous “Little Black Book,” and the Miami Herald investigation that reignited the scandal. Tracey also examines the suspicious circumstances of Giuffre’s recent death, her fortune from settlements, and the ongoing disputes over her estate.

All this — Epstein’s crimes, Maxwell’s role, the credibility crisis of accusers, media distortion, and the conspiracies that refuse to die…

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Chapters

00:00 Michael Tracy's Role and Epstein's Legal Plea

04:51 Government Designated Victims and Legal Challenges

09:17 Prince Andrew and Virginia Roberts Giuffre's Claims

10:13 The Credibility of Virginia Roberts Giuffre

18:15 Media, Interviews, and Public Perception

21:02 Giuffre’s Death and Financial Settlements

26:47 The Questions Around Giuffre’s Death

29:39 Epstein’s Crimes and Victim Testimonies

39:21 The “Little Black Book” and Its Impact

44:50 Epstein's Death and Conspiracy Theories

46:00 Epstein's Property Portfolio and Associations

46:21 Steve Bannon and Epstein's Interviews

1:00:45 Epstein's Business Activities and Ghislaine Maxwell's Testimony

1:11:08 Epstein's Financial Dealings and Clientele

1:18:24 Trump's Relationship with Epstein and Media Coverage

1:21:54 Epstein's Wealth and Assets

1:24:18 Epstein's International Business and Multiple Passports

1:38:13 Media Coverage and Public Perception

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Journalist and author Batya Ungar-Sargon joins The Winston Marshall Show for a hard-hitting conversation on Trump’s second term, America’s working class, and the fight to rebuild the middle of the country.

Ungar-Sargon breaks down Trump’s economic revolution — from tariffs and immigration controls to reindustrialisation and the push to restore American manufacturing. She explains how these policies are shifting the balance of power away from the elites and back towards ordinary workers, while corporate media and political insiders try to discredit them.

They discuss the fentanyl crisis, China’s role in hollowing out American industry, and why Trump’s fight over tariffs in the Supreme Court could redefine U.S. economic sovereignty. Batya warns that without bold changes, the American dream risks collapsing for an entire generation.

All this — tariffs, Trump’s revolution, the fentanyl epidemic, immigration, and the battle to save America’s working class…

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Chapters

0:00 Introduction

02:21 Trump’s Second Term And His Tariffs

04:58 Economic Elites' Predictions vs. Reality

06:32 Trump's Multifaceted Goals with Tariffs

11:40 Impact of Tariffs on Illegal Immigration and Wages

12:36 Reindustrialization and Economic Policy

49:14 AI and Robotics in the Workforce

53:08 Intel and State Ownership

55:54 Musk and the MAGA Right Divergence

1:00:45 Final Thoughts

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Investigative journalist Andy Ngo joins The Winston Marshall Show for a harrowing conversation on the murder of Charlie Kirk, political violence, and the media’s complicity in misreporting to fit their agenda.

Andy explains how far-left extremist networks celebrated the assassination, how narratives were laundered to downplay the killing, and why America is entering a dangerous new phase where political violence is normalised. Drawing on his years investigating Antifa, Ngo lays out the connections between online subcultures, extremist ideology, and the growing climate of hate.

We discuss Portland as ground zero, the role of sympathetic journalists in shielding extremists, and the chilling rise of assassination culture in U.S. politics. Andy warns that unless exposed, these networks will keep eroding trust and silencing dissent through fear.

All this— Antifa’s evolution, media distortion, and the dangerous new normal of America’s culture war on the streets…

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Chapter

00:00 Introduction

01:25 What Is Antifa, Really?

02:21 Details of the Shooting and Suspect's Background

05:26 Suspect's Motivations and Online Activity

11:04 Media's Role in Spreading Lies

22:13 Charlie Kirk's Threats and Far-Left Violence

32:32 Left-Wing Violence

39:00 Journalism Under Siege

42:00 The Spread of Antifa Tactics

45:15 When Anarchy Replaces the State

1:01:50 State Capture & the Two-Tier System

1:23:49 The Impact of Charlie Kirk's Assassination

1:27:31 Final Thoughts

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Author Rob Henderson joins The Winston Marshall Show to dissect America’s deepening political divide.

From the shocking murder of Charlie Kirk to the refusal of Democrats in Congress to honor his death, Henderson explores how anger has tipped into hatred — fueling a climate where political violence is no longer unthinkable. He distinguishes between anger as bargaining, and hatred as wishing opponents didn’t exist, warning of a dangerous escalation.

Drawing on his work in psychology, Henderson explains the “dark triad” — narcissism, Machiavellianism, and psychopathy — and how social media rewards these traits, amplifying extremism online. He considers how the lack of a common enemy after the Cold War and 9/11 has turned Americans inward, seeing each other as the threat.

From immigration battles and “luxury beliefs” among elites, to the gender divide in politics, marriage, and the rise of anti-natalist ideology — Henderson maps out how cultural and psychological fault lines are remaking American life.

Can the US pull back from the brink of hatred-fueled politics?

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Chapters

0:00 Introduction

1:53 Political Division and Emotional Dynamics

14:04 Historical Context and Social Media's Role

16:35 Dark Triad Traits and Political Violence

27:54 Gender Divide and Political Preferences

41:09 Immigration and Elite Ideologies

54:03 Downward Mobility and Radical Politics

59:36 Education and Historical Amnesia

1:11:54 Final Thoughts and Future Outlook

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