What if the real story behind America’s wars isn’t what you’ve been told? In this gripping episode, Bruce Collins welcomes author and broadcaster Charles Goyette for a hard-hitting conversation on power, propaganda, and the forces that shape modern conflict. Charles pulls no punches as he examines how wars are sold to the public—through carefully crafted narratives, selective information, and emotional triggers designed to manufacture consent. From geopolitical strategy to the influence of entrenched interests, he outlines how decisions made behind closed doors ripple across the globe and impact everyday lives. The discussion explores the idea of “warlords” in a modern context—not just figures on distant battlefields, but the policymakers, institutions, and power brokers who influence when and why nations go to war. Bruce and Charles also dig into media dynamics, historical patterns, and the importance of questioning official narratives in an age of information overload. This episode challenges listeners to think critically, ask deeper questions, and reconsider what they believe about war, truth, and accountability in America today.

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