Deep Shallow Dive
It's time to 'Call a Spade a Spade.' Join me as I tackle complex political and social issues that shape our lives. In each episode of 'Deep Shallow Dive,' I break down past and present events, revealing how narratives and distractions create a sense of division. Together, we'll pull back the curtain to uncover the truth and find that we're not as divided as we might think. We will do this through the Lens of Common Sense and our Defining DSD Pillars of Self-Awareness, Resilience, Authenticity, and Empathy. Let's Dive In!
Episodes
🎙️ EP#330 | DSD | DSD's Favorite Leftist Greg Stoker Breaks It Down: ICE Raids, Palestine & Palantir Surveillance
In this explosive return, Greg Stoker—self-described “dirty leftist political ambassador”—joins host Ray Doustdar for a no-holds-barred breakdown of current political flashpoints. From the controversial ICE raids in LA to Trump’s military parade and the resurrection of post-9/11 authoritarian tactics, Greg offers ra...
🎙️ EP#329 | DSD | 75 Hard, Mental Toughness & Manufactured Chaos
What do Navy SEAL discipline, political deception, and LA riots have in common? In this jam-packed solo episode, we kick things off with a powerful monologue from Andy Frisella, the founder of the viral 75 Hard program. Ray unpacks the challenge’s appeal and pitfalls — especially the sustainability of hyper-disciplined routines versus real-life balance. He even fl...
🎙️ EP#328 | GUEST | Gaza Through the Eyes of a Doctor: Dr. Mimi Syed’s Firsthand Testimony
In one of the most powerful interviews in DSD history, Ray Doustdar is joined by Dr. Mimi Syed—an American physician who has now completed two medical missions in Gaza. Fresh from delivering her testimony at the Gaza Tribunal in Sarajevo, Dr. Syed brings a raw, firsthand account of the devastation, medical horror, and systematic dehumanizatio...
🎙️ EP#327 | DSD | ICE Raids, Chaos in LA & Manufactured Mayhem?
When a humanitarian doctor opens the show with a haunting truth about Gaza, you know this episode won’t hold back. Host dives deep into Dr. Mimi Syed’s compelling fieldwork, connecting her eyewitness accounts of trauma and resilience in Palestine with the raw turbulence unfolding on U.S. soil. Her brief but powerful intro sets the tone for a conversation that spans...
🎙️ EP#326 | GUEST | Fighting the Beast: Canada, Conspiracies & Censorship with NewsUpdates4Real
What happens when a Canadian political insider turned accidental influencer sits down with Ray for an uncensored reality check on media, government, and the illusion of choice? This week, John—aka @NewsUpdates4Real (with 1.4M followers!)—joins us for a high-octane dive into geopolitics, surveillance, censorship, and elite manipulatio...
🎙️ EP#325 | DSD | Elon vs. Trump: The Twitter Feud, AI Power Plays & The PsyOp Theory
What begins as a casual Friday update turns into a fiery dissection of one of the most bizarre online political feuds of the year—Elon Musk vs. Donald Trump. In this episode, host Ray D breaks down the unexpected social media standoff that includes scorched-earth tweets, threats to SpaceX contracts, and even accusations involving Epstein’s fli...
🎙️ EP#324 | GUEST | Disrupting the War Machine: CODEPINK’s Stand Against Militarism
In this no-holds-barred episode, Ray is joined by Danaka Katovich, a fierce anti-war activist and national organizer with CODEPINK, the women-led grassroots movement challenging U.S. militarism head-on. Broadcasting straight from the heart of activism, Danaka breaks down how CODEPINK confronts power in the halls of Congress, calls out bipartisan war...
🎙️ EP#323 | DSD | X Gon’ Give It to Elon, The Pentagon Hole & Jake Tapper’s Jedi Tricks
Elon Musk shows up to a Trump presser with a black eye—and the story behind it is wilder than fiction. In this episode, we unpack the surreal saga of Elon stepping back from Doge, his rumored entanglement with Stephen Miller’s wife, and a viral press conference that sparked whispers of secret societies and humiliation rituals. Was it really ...
🎙️ EP#322 | DSD | COVID Reckonings, Jordan Peterson’s Fade & Vaccine Truths
In this fearless solo episode, we dive headfirst into the volatile waters of vaccine discourse, pandemic accountability, and the brewing backlash against power structures that pushed the global narrative. From revisiting explosive feedback on Pastor Steven Anderson to dissecting a British doctor’s brutal take on vaccine repercussions, the mic is hot and...
🎙️ EP#321 | GUEST | Faith, Zionism & the Bible: Pastor Steven Anderson Breaks It Down
What does it really mean to be a Baptist? Why do so many American Christians support Israel without question? In this gripping episode, Ray sits down with Pastor Steven Anderson—an independent Baptist minister known for his bold, unfiltered takes on theology, the Bible, and geopolitics. The conversation dives deep into Christianity’s structure...
🎙️ EP#320 | DSD | False Flags, Trump’s Iran Gamble & Nick Fuentes' Take
What happens when you platform one of the most controversial voices in the alt-political scene? In this episode, we dive into a polarizing, high-voltage clip from Nick Fuentes, exploring complex geopolitics, false flag operations, and America’s precarious dance with Iran. From bold accusations about Israeli influence to Trump’s unpredictability as a wor...
🎙️ EP#319 | DSD | Same Old Situation: Trump’s Middle East Flex, Biden’s Cancer News & Epstein Files Reloaded
The latest episode kicks off with a nostalgic riff on Mötley Crüe—because nothing says “same old situation” quite like another Epstein update. But this isn’t just a rock-n-roll throwback. From deep dives into lyrics that hit surprisingly hard to connecting cultural vibes with political deja vu, this one’s got it all. It&...
🎙️ EP#318 | DSD | Advil, Epstein & the Black Book That Never Drops
Neck pain, NSAIDs, and Epstein—oh my. In this episode, we kick things off with an unexpectedly insightful health detour: a deep dive into over-the-counter meds, inflammation, and why ChatGPT’s got jokes even when you’re hurting. From memory foam betrayal to breaking down ibuprofen vs. acetaminophen, this is health advice with a DSD twist.
But the main course? A f...
🎙️ EP#317 | GUEST | Inside the West Bank: Caleb Dicks on Faith, Military, and Truth-Telling
In this raw and eye-opening episode, Ray Doustdar sits down with viral sensation Caleb Dicks — known online as Clyde — for an unfiltered conversation about his recent journey to the West Bank. With over 1.5 million views on his now-infamous video, Caleb shares what he witnessed on the ground, offering a gripping first-person account of life ...
🎙️ EP#316 | DSD | Trump’s Israel Curveball: Real Shift or Political Theater?
In a plot twist few saw coming, President Trump appears to be pivoting—hard—on his long-standing support for Israel. But is it real, or just another 4D chess move? In this electrifying episode, Ray D unpacks the sudden wave of anti-establishment rhetoric coming from top MAGA voices like Marjorie Taylor Greene and Matt Gaetz, the cryptic silence from Trump ...
🎙️ EP315 | DSD | Call Your Parents: A Tribute to Our Dad
In this profoundly personal and emotional episode, Ray steps away from his usual commentary on politics, tech, and health to honor his father on the 10th anniversary of his passing. Falling on Mother’s Day this year, the day carried an extra weight—blending celebration with grief, and social joy with private reflection. What results is a raw, unscripted heart-to-heart that ca...
🎙️ EP314 | DSD | Deep State Puppets, American Popes & Epstein Whistleblowers
From shadowy conspiracies to the Vatican’s unexpected moves, EP314 dives deep — and we mean deep. In this episode, we kick off with the jaw-dropping testimony of ex-FBI agent Ted Gunderson, who lays out a disturbing pattern of historical cover-ups — from the Oklahoma City bombing to the WTC. This sets the stage for a provocative reflection on whistlebl...
🎙️ EP#313 | DSD | Tucker Unfiltered: CIA, Gaza, Star Wars & Global Power Shifts
This episode of Deep Shallow Dive brings the fire. From dissecting the JFK assassination narrative to breaking down the "magic bullet" theory, Ray kicks things off with a raw Tucker Carlson clip and doesn't let up. He connects the dots between media narratives, CIA operations, and public perception, questioning the nature of power and ...
🎙️ EP#312 | DSD | The Global Power Shift, Traoré’s Rise, and American Blind Spots
What if the leader of a country you’ve never heard of was the most important figure in the global resistance against neo-colonialism? In this explosive solo episode, we dig deep into the attempted assassination of Captain Ibrahim Traoré of Burkina Faso—a revolutionary leader reshaping Africa’s political consciousness. From gold wars and anti-Western a...
🎙️ EP#311 | DSD | From MAGA to Martyr: Paul Davis on January 6th, Faith, and His TRUE Awakening
In this gripping conversation, host Ray Doustdar welcomes attorney and commentator Paul Davis (@firedtxlawyer) for an unfiltered deep dive into one of the most controversial political journeys in recent American history. From growing up in evangelical Christian Texas to standing outside the Capitol on January 6th, Paul opens up about how...
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