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Provoked with Darryl Cooper and Scott Horton

Provoked with Darryl Cooper and Scott Horton

Darryl Cooper and Scott Horton 48 Episodes Oct 12, 2026

"Provoked" features Scott Horton and Darryl Cooper exploring the psychology of conflict and how ordinary people become participants in cycles of violence.

Episodes

EP:65 - Q&A Show
EP:65 - Q&A Show Oct 12, 2026 6065 We (Darryl Cooper & Scott Horton) answer audience questions about our research and writing methods, including how we build from survey books, follow bibliographies, take notes, and draft by producing more material than we keep. We also discuss current and historical foreign policy topics such as Yemen, Gaza, Iran, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and Afghanistan, with attention to how U.S. and regional actors
EP:64 - The Permanent Crisis
EP:64 - The Permanent Crisis Oct 4, 2026 2742 In this episode, we discuss U.S. military involvement in the Middle East, including the withdrawal from Iraq and debates over American power in the region. We also discuss false flag claims, security fears, Netanyahu, Israeli politics, Gaza, and allegations about ignored warnings before October 7. Later, we compare cult behavior with political movements and how groups maintain belief despite fa
EP:63 - AQ at the UN
EP:63 - AQ at the UN Sep 25, 2026 4163 In this episode, we discuss the visit of Syrian leader Ahmed Al Sharaa (formerly(?) of Al Qaeda) to the UN... but near the end! We start by discussing Germany’s experience at the end of World War I, focusing on the collapse of state authority, postwar food shortages, and the rise of militias and political violence. We also examine the Freikorps, anti-communist repression, and the fear that chao
EP:62 - Special Guest: Bill Buppert, on Iran
EP:62 - Special Guest: Bill Buppert, on Iran Sep 18, 2026 5216 In this episode we speak with Bill Bupert of the Libertarian Institute about Saudi Arabia’s military limits and why wealthy states can still struggle to build effective conventional forces. We discuss oil wealth, imported labor, hierarchical structures, maintenance problems, and the difficulty of reporting bad news in military systems. We also talk about how modern war challenges large institut
EP:61 - The Terror Wars Rage On
EP:61 - The Terror Wars Rage On Sep 11, 2026 5584 Darryl Cooper & Scott Horton discuss the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and how the post-9/11 years shaped our views on war, government, and military service. They also talk about Iraq and Afghanistan, including the shift from Afghanistan to Iraq, the use of 9/11 to justify broader war, and the relationship between soldiers and political leaders. They further examine blowback and attacks on the United S
EP:60 - Soviet America
EP:60 - Soviet America Sep 5, 2026 6054 In this episode, we discuss the Idaho fire season and how close a blaze came to Darryl's home, as well as the recent Tom Woods cruise, an unexpected meeting with Yakov Smirnoff, and Dave Smith’s debate performance. We then spend much of the episode on the Oklahoma City bombing and a new documentary series, focusing on informants, media narratives, and how the story shaped our views. We also rea
EP:59 - Bob Murphy Cracks Wise
EP:59 - Bob Murphy Cracks Wise Aug 21, 2026 5182 Bob Murphy joins Darryl Cooper & Scott Horton to discuss the U.S. debt situation, rising interest rates, and the Treasury’s reliance on shorter-term borrowing. They also talk about the dollar’s role as a reserve currency, Japan’s rising rates, and how these shifts could affect demand for Treasuries. They then cover possible responses to the debt problem, including inflation, default, and spendi
EP:58 - Netanyahu Jerks Trump's Chain
EP:58 - Netanyahu Jerks Trump's Chain Aug 14, 2026 4862 Darryl Cooper & Scott Horton discuss reports about Israeli influence on Trump and question the reliability of the intelligence while focusing on the political significance of the timing. They also examine what these episodes suggest about Trump’s relationship with his advisers and the broader public image they create. They then turn to the issue of strain on U.S. military personnel, including r
EP:57 - Cooper Escapes Wildfires!
EP:57 - Cooper Escapes Wildfires! Aug 8, 2026 5161 Darryl Cooper & Scott Horton discuss how Darryl escaped wildfires! ...and also his recent appearance on Tucker Carlson's show, and more! 0:00:00 Intro to Darryl's Tucker Carlson Interview Fallout 0:05:13 Soviet Atrocities Deep Dive 0:12:39 U.S. Missile Shortages 0:24:13 Iran War Deadlock 0:33:21 Exit, Taxes, Coffee 0:34:53 Iran Strategy and Militias 0:51:47 Inflation and War Politics
EP:56 - Wars & Rumors of Wars
EP:56 - Wars & Rumors of Wars Jul 31, 2026 3460 Darryl Cooper & Scott Horton discuss the latest developments in the Iran War and lots related to the Anthony Fauci hearings. They criticize the COVID lockdowns, school closures, masks, and Fauci and his gang of crooks for continuing policies after key claims were known to be false. They also cover distrust in government and media, referencing Waco and Ruby Ridge, and end with a discussion of the
EP:55 - Vance Defends Talks from the Hawks
EP:55 - Vance Defends Talks from the Hawks Jul 17, 2026 5369 Darryl Cooper & Scott Horton discuss JD Vance's appearance on the Joe Rogan Experience this week and the many strange things he said on various topics, including the Iran War and Jeffrey Epstein. Chapters: 0:39 Welcome and Sponsors 2:18 Vance Faces the War Party 11:56 Rogan’s Iran Challenge 21:44 Ben Shapiro Backfires 22:34 Israeli Influence Exposed 36:26 Hatred, Not the Answer 38:11 Eps
EP:54 - Iran War Restarting?
EP:54 - Iran War Restarting? Jul 10, 2026 4473 Darryl Cooper & Scott Horton discuss the war with Iran, arguing that escalation offers little for either side while major obstacles remain to any durable settlement. They also examine the weaker-than-expected military position, political pressure around the conflict, and the possibility of a limited exchange of strikes rather than a full ground war. They then turn to Israel, Iran, and U.S. poli

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