The Dossier
The Dossier is an independent investigative reporting podcast hosted by Jordan Schachtel. It covers in-depth investigations and news analysis, with a focus on uncovering hidden truths. The podcast is part of the Dossier newsletter on Substack, offering subscribers exclusive content.
Episodes
Using AI To Break Stories, And The Doomsday Cult Haunting Big Tech — Guest: Brian Chau
On this episode of The Dossier Podcast, we have Brian Chau on the show. He’s the CEO of the newly launched Effort.News, which Chau argues is a genuinely new model for investigative journalism. We talk about the stories sitting untouched for years — what Chau calls “crowns laying in the gutter” — simply because nobody wants to comb through millions of pages of grant tables, financial disclosures, a
Debunking the Doomers: Data Centers, Jobs, and the Fight for AI's Future — Guest: Nathan Leamer
Today we are chatting with Nathan Leamer, Executive Director of Build American AI and a longtime fixture in DC’s tech-policy circles, for a rapid-fire tour through the fights shaping America’s AI buildout. We dig into “Humans First,” a self-styled conservative anti-AI group that Leamer has been researching — an operation incorporated in San Francisco, seeded by Center for AI Safety money, and staf
Astroturf operations targeting the American right — Guest: Parker Thayer
In this episode of The Dossier Podcast, I sit down with Parker Thayer, an investigative researcher at the Capital Research Center, to unpack one of the most sophisticated astroturf operations targeting the American right today. Parker contributed to a viral exposé of Humans First, an activist group masquerading as a grassroots conservative outfit while pushing to halt the construction of American
Data Centers, Nuclear Energy, and the New American Frontier – Guest: Tony Kinnett
Today on the pod, we had a great chat with The Daily Signal’s Tony Kinnett to unpack the strange new fault line splitting the American right over AI and data centers. Kinnett, a former science teacher turned commentator, argues that the anti-data center backlash sweeping parts of the conservative movement is a mix of genuine local grievances (ugly warehouses, uneven infrastructure spending) and a
The Future of Subterranean Warfare – Guest: Yadin Soffer
In this episode of the Dossier Podcast, Jordan sits down with Yadin Soffer, the founder and CEO of Traysar, a defense startup building autonomous machinery for the subterranean battlefield.Soffer traces the company's origins to the aftermath of October 7th, when he teamed up with co-founder Asher Katz—a founding member of the IDF's tunnel-detection unit—and an ex–SpaceX and Boring Company engineer
The CCP's War on American AI - Guest: Sam Lyman
The podcast is offcially back, and today I’m sitting down with Sam Lyman, the head of research at the Bitcoin Policy Institute and a guy who’s had a front-row seat to some of the most consequential debates happening in Washington right now. Sam most recently served as a senior adviser to Treasury Secretary Bessent, and before that he was at Riot Platforms helping build out a one-gigawatt data cent
Defying the Davos agenda, with Noor Bin Ladin
Today on The Dossier Podcast, we had the privilege of having a wide ranging conversation with the one and only Noor Bin Ladin.As a woman who possesses the most controversial last name of the 21st century (Osama was her uncle), Noor describes herself as a “freedom loving Americanophile and patriot at heart.”Today, Noor is a Switzerland-based journalist and commentator, focusing on the global ruling
Building companies and communities that champion American ideals w/ Josh Abbotoy
Today on The Dossier Podcast, our guest is Josh Abbotoy, a managing partner at New Founding.We discussed his bold efforts to build and invest in companies and communities on the basis of American ideals, ones that can resist the appeal of the DEI/ESG behemoth.We also talked about his Ridge Runner project, an ambitious proof of concept beginning in Appalachia for building pioneering communities bet
Is Apple about to change the world again? w/ John Sherrod
Today on The Dossier Podcast, we sat down with John William Sherrod, a longtime Apple watcher and enthusiast. Far from a progressive corporate stenographer for Silicon Valley, he reports and commentates on the tech world from a self-described right wing/libertarian perspective.John and I discussed the hype behind Apple’s new “spatial computing” device, along with a lot of other topics related to t
Greg Abbott and the Texas Guard defy the feds: live from the the Southern Border w/ Julio Rosas
The Dossier Podcast is back by popular demand! If you want to listen to just the audio, you can find The Dossier Podcast on your favorite podcasting app!Today we have a good one for you.Julio Rosas, the author of Mostly Peaceful on Substack, just spent the day reporting on the tense situation on the Texas-Mexico border, as the Texas Guard continues to build up defensive measures to keep out illega
Americans have every right to challenge and reject the Biden Admin's war propaganda
Today on The Dossier Podcast, we discuss the importance of holding our own government accountable on the wars it is prosecuting overseas. Americans have the right to question, reject, and even opt out of Ukraine and Russia conflict, if they so choose. The Dossier is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full acces
Biden regime doubles down on controlled demolition of American energy
Today on The Dossier Podcast, we discuss the continuing controlled demolition of American energy independence, and the Biden regime’s commitment to the process. Despite OPEC’s discussion to roll back production, the ideologues in the White House remain firmly attached to the eco statist technocratic tyranny agenda. The Dossier is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my
Just say no to World War III over Donetsk
Today on The Dossier Podcast, we talk about the prospects of World War III, and the alarmingly increasing likelihood for NATO entanglement in the Russia-Ukraine war. The Dossier is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to The Dossier at www.dossier.today/subscribe
Whodunnit? Why the Biden Administration probably sabotaged the Nord Stream system
The Dossier Podcast is back, and today we are discussing the sabotage of the Russia to Germany Nord Stream 1 and 2 pipelines, and entertain the possibilities surrounding which actor or actors are responsible for the attack on the networks.The Dossier is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to The Doss
National Divorce: Texas, Florida, and the future of American freedom (w/ David Reaboi)
Today on The Dossier Podcast, we had David Reaboi on the show to talk about his seminal piece, “National Divorce is Expensive, But It’s Worth Every Penny,” and what the future may entail in places like Texas and Florida.The video version of the show is available on my Rokfin platform at Rokfin.com/JordanSchachtel. Get full access to The Dossier at www.dossier.today/subscribe
Leading the resistance to COVID Mania in New York City (w/ Gavin Wax)
Today on The Dossier Podcast, we had Gavin Wax on the program to discuss the current state of affairs in the New York City metropolitan area. Gavin is the president of the New York Young Republican Club, which has become one of the most influential political organizations in the city under his leadership.You can check out the video version on my Rokfin site: https://rokfin.com/JordanSchachtel Get
Biden’s $3.5 Trillion ‘Build Back Better’ tax plan: you will own nothing and be happy
On today’s Dossier Podcast, I discussed the “Build Back Better” tax plan that is being pushed by the Biden Administration, and the consequences it will have for American citizens. Their $3.5 Trillion dollar plan will further restrict our liberties and empower the federal government and corporate oligarchies more than ever.Hey everyone, please check out my new sponsor:iTrustCapital, the #1 Bitcoin
Melbourne's freedom fighters: how a protest movement has become the front line against COVID fascism
Today on The Dossier Podcast, I explained how Australia transitioned from a liberal democracy into a despotic tyranny in under two years, and how vital it is to support the ongoing protests in Melbourne against COVID fascism.Hey everyone, please check out my new sponsor:iTrustCapital, the #1 Bitcoin and precious metals IRA/401K platform in America! Sign up using my promo code DOSSIER and you get a
The government is the virus: America's road to COVID tyranny (w/ Julia Song)
Today on The Dossier Podcast, we had Brazilian-American author and commentator Julia Song on the program to talk about the latest potential edicts coming down from the Biden Administration. Julia shared her unique perspective on how this out of control governing regime developed, and we discussed what the future looks like if this system is not stopped in its tracks. Get full access to The Dossier
Worse than treason: Mark Milley's silent coup (w/ Dave Reaboi)
Today on The Dossier Podcast, I had my good friend David Reaboi (author of Late Republic Nonsense on Substack) on the show to discuss the bombshell revelations that Gen. Mark Milley appears to have committed treason, or worse, against the United States government in the late days of the Trump Administration. Get full access to The Dossier at www.dossier.today/subscribe
Back to its roots: Australia's COVID prison colony (w/ Evelyn Rae)
Today on The Dossier Podcast we brought on Evelyn Rae, a Sky News contributor, writer, and commentator. Evelyn gave us an insider’s perspective on the sheer madness that is the current “Zero COVID” policies in Australia. We also talked about the role of law enforcement and the military in pursuing and enforcing these draconian edicts, as Rae has an extensive background in the space. Enjoy! Get ful
The Monopolist: How Bill Gates wields enormous influence over COVID policy
Today on The Dossier Podcast, we discussed the dangerous amount of influence that Bill Gates personally wields over American and global “public health” policy. Everything from failed COVID modeling to “the science” (junk science) behind lockdowns, masks, and the like tracks back to Gates money and Gates influence.For more on this topic, read my piece on the Gates network in The Dossier: Get full
Trouble in Trudeauland: Reporting on Canada's COVID tyranny (w/ Marie Oakes)
Today on The Dossier Podcast we were joined by Marie Oakes, a fellow podcaster and writer for the Canada-based Westphalian Times. Marie and I discussed the current COVID craziness in Canada, including how the country has essentially split provincially into an East-West divide over individual freedom. We also discussed the current political situation up North, the so-called “loyal opposition” on th
Israel under lockdown (w/ Ben Kaufman)
Today on The Dossier podcast we brought on Ben Kaufman, a native Israeli, human freedom advocate (you will love his Twitter @_BenKaufman) who works in the Bitcoin world as a software engineer. Ben gave us his unique perspective on all of the COVID craziness going on in his homeland, including why he decided to temporarily take a hiatus abroad due to the restrictions. We talked about parliamentary
Madness Down Under: Australia in the COVID era (w/ Adam Creighton)
Today on The Dossier Podcast, we had a great chat with Adam Creighton, the Washington correspondent for The Australian. Adam has written for The Wall Street Journal and The Economist, and he earned his Masters in economics from the University of Oxford. Adam helped us break down the current situation in his home country, detailing some myths and realities of Aussie culture, and making sense of the
COVID-19: Politics, Science, and Superstition.
For those of you who didn’t happen to venture out to Rapid City, South Dakota, here’s the audio from the panel I moderated at Freedom Fest, which took place July 21-25. I was joined by Matt Kibbe (Free The People), Bob Wright (AIER) and Scott Morefield (Townhall). The panel was titled COVID-19: Politics, Science, and Superstition. Get full access to The Dossier at www.dossier.today/subscribe
The CDC in CYA mode: Why COVID tyranny is coming back to Blue America
On the latest Dossier Podcast, I explain why the CDC and Government Health has taken to recommending more “public health measures” related to COVID-19, and in the process, using these calls to action to cover for their own incredible failures. Meanwhile, several local and state governments seem to be reapplying the failed draconian “COVID mitigation” measures of the past 18 months. Get full acce
Covering national security, COVID-19 and everything in between (with Viva Frei and Robert Barnes)
I appeared on the Viva Frei and Robert Barnes “Sidebar” show to talk about my journey into the journalism world, how I ending up here on Substack, and why I am now covering everything from national security to the COVID-19 madness. It was a great time and I hope you give it a listen! (If you want to scroll through the personal biography questions and get to the more intriguing topics of the day, s
Debunking Mask Mania (with Ian Miller)
Today on The Dossier Podcast, we brought on Ian Miller to talk about the insanity that is the conversation surrounding masks in the U.S. and abroad. For true believers, masks are a religious item that can not only stop COVID, but heal the world of all diseases. For skeptics of the mask regime, masks are laughably ridiculous and a clear mechanism for control, obedience, and pseudoscientific virtue
Team Reason: building the resistance to COVID Mania (with Justin Hart)
Today on the Dossier Podcast, I had a great conversation with my friend Justin Hart. He’s the founder of Rational Ground, a publication and information center for informative COVID-19 data and facts. Justin and his colleagues have been critical to building the “Team Reason” coalition that provided the data-based case for human freedom, and against lockdowns, mask mandates, and the like. Here’s som
What should we do (or not do) about Cuba?
What should we do, or not do, about the situation in Cuba today? In this Dossier Podcast, we discuss the lessons learned of the 21st century of U.S. warfare, and the dangers of using hypothetical ideas to warrant military action. We all want Cubans to live free, prosperous lives, but we also need to remember that the fundamental role of a military is to protect our sovereignty and security. Let me
Reasons for optimism in a clown car American regime (w/ David Reaboi)
Today on The Dossier Podcast, I had a fun, wide ranging conversation with my good friend David Reaboi (publisher of Late Republic Nonsense) about the state of affairs in our republic. We discussed the evolution of America in the post 9/11 world, and everything from the shortcomings “elite” class to the laughably corrupt institutions in Washington, D.C. Hope you enjoy! Get full access to The Dossie
The lockdowns will come back, if you let them
Today on The Dossier Podcast, I discuss the possibility of lockdowns coming back in the Fall and Winter. With a propagandized population and an “expert” class itching to usurp more power from the people, now is the time to mobilize against the potential for a future reimposition of lockdowns. Get full access to The Dossier at www.dossier.today/subscribe
We never should have gone to Afghanistan
In this episode of The Dossier podcast, I discuss why I think it was a mistake to enter Afghanistan in the first place. There was no war to be won. There was no threat to American sovereignty to defend. The “graveyard of empires” was from the very beginning, a meaningless place to target for invasion. Get full access to The Dossier at www.dossier.today/subscribe
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