Q&A: Iran, the Strait of Hormuz, America's $40 Trillion Debt & Preparing for Economic Collapse | DeProgram

On today's DeProgram Q&A, Ted Rall and Jamarl Thomas answer viewer questions covering the biggest stories shaping American politics and global affairs. Topics include the escalating tensions surrounding Iran and the Strait of Hormuz, whether the United States could realistically occupy Iran, the long-term consequences of America's $40 trillion national debt, concerns over the future of the U.S. economy, and practical ways ordinary people can prepare for a potential financial crisis. The discussion also explores third-party politics, the Democratic Party's direction, Trump's foreign policy, daylight savings time, gaming, media, and the changing political landscape. As always, the conversation moves well beyond the headlines.Episode Summary Today's Q&A focuses on U.S.-Iran tensions, global energy markets, America's growing debt crisis, and what an economic collapse could actually look like. Ted Rall and Jamarl Thomas also answer viewer questions about third-party politics, socialism, Trump, preparedness, gaming, current events, and the future of American politics while interacting directly with the DeProgram community.Catch our entire lineup of shows featuring hosts like Jeff Dornik, Shannon Joy, Ann Vandersteel, Patrick Howley, Ted Rall and Dr Michael Scheuer on Rumble, X and your favorite podcast platform.Pickax is the primary home for Freedom First Network, so be sure to sign up for Pickax, and then follow and subscribe to FFN: https://pickax.com/freedomfirstnetwork