The Hot Zone with Chuck Holton (Chuck Holton)

More than 250,000 migrants trekked through the Darien gap last year on their way to the United States.  Navy Seal Author and Historian Matt Bracken recently spent a week in Panama seeing the problem first hand.    Follow Matt Bracken at: https://enemiesforeignanddomestic.com/Get his books at: https://www.amazon.com/Books-Matthew-...

Here's a guy who really knows what he's talking about.  If you want to understand America's relationship with the Philippines, you can't miss this episode.  https://richardheydarian.ph/about

We follow some migrants from South Sudan as they live on the streets in Calais, northern France. They are desperately trying to get to the UK where there are more benefits for them, but most of these men are just stuck. Welcome to the dead end for migration.

We've got boots on the ground in Kosovo, and recent violence is resulting in American casualties. Have you heard about this? It could be the next Ukraine.

I've just returned from several days covering the migrant flows in the Darien gap and made an interesting discovery - a new group of migrants we haven't seen before is using the pathway to get to the United States.  And it represents a new threat to America.

Youtube star Ryan Mcbeth has made a name for himself as a master of OSINT - Open Source Intel.  He now does a public service by explaining the arcane culture and technology of the military in terms everyone can understand.  Listen to this fascinating interview, then go follow Ryan:  https://www.youtube.com/@RyanMcBethProgramming

Mayorkas and Karine Jean-Pierre are lying to you, as usual. Here's how they are using statistics to falsely claim the number of border crossers has diminished since the end of Title 42.

Russia claims to have killed 8 german-donated leopard tanks in Ukraine. Let's see if that passes the smell test.

We were driving overnight to the Ukrainian/Polish border when Google maps decided we needed a little adventure in our lives...here's a short look at that night.

It's a three-hour boat ride up the river to get to Bajo Chiquito where the migrants exit the wilderness of the Darien. On the way, I talk about what we did last week and what we're doing now.

A Closer Look at the Conflict Between Sinaloa Cartel and Mexican Military - with Ex-ICE undercover agent, Victor Avila.

The "American Dream" might turn out to be a nightmare for many who head north to seek more money, which is virtually all of the illegal migrants entering the US today. Here's why.

A few days ago the President announced a new border policy designed to - listen to this - facilitate easier migration.  We all know, if you make something easier, you'll get more of it.  This new program is being described as "TSA Pre-Check" for Illegal migration.

What Happens to Illegal Aliens After Being Released into the US?

Izium was the site of horrific battles as the Ukrainians took back ground last year from the Russians, and when they successfully retook the city they found many mass graves and torture chambers. I tour a destroyed church in the city. Come along!

Green Beret Christian Hickey and his foundation, Triple A Authority are making a difference for the people of Ukraine.  He gives us an update on what's happening and talks about what the rumors are for the future.    Support Triple A Authority here: https://www.tripleaauthority.org/

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Unveiling the Link Between Illegal Cannabis Farms and Chinese Migrant Labor: A Sheriff's Account. Our full interview with Sheriff Honsal of Humboldt County, California.

Why did Biden finally come to the US/Mexican border?  Was it to finally take action to stem the tide?  Oh, no.  That's not it at all.  Listen to Secretary Mayorkas explain exactly what they are planning. (hint: it's not fewer people coming across the border.)  Support our reporting at https://chuckholton.locals.com

I went for a run this morning and found myself ALONE in the Garden of Gethsemane on the Mount of Olives in Jerusalem. Share this once-in-a-lifetime experience with me.

Ben Bergquam and Oscar Ramirez of Real America's Voice were trekking through the Darien when their group got in a firefight with Colombian Cartels robbing migrants in the jungle! Check out this AMAZING footage of the event!

Here's an exclusive interview with Zulia, who works to help foreigners join the Ukrainian Army. There are hundreds, maybe thousands of Afghans wanting to come fight in Ukraine - on both sides. Check this out.

Let's talk about the best firearms training available anywhere. Find Tim Miller at lhisg.com or  @realsecuritypodcast ​

Two drones hit the Kremlin on Tuesday. DId Ukraine send them all the way to Moscow?

Former CIA director and retired US General David H. Petraeus and Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine Oleksiy Danilov took part in the event "On the main thing: the front and recovery" during the Kyiv Security Forum said that more should be done to make sure export controls and sanctions on Russia are enforced. The comment from David Petraeus comes amid news of a possible trip by North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un to Russia this month to meet with President Vladimir Putin and discuss the possibility of supplying Moscow with more weaponry for its war in Ukraine.

Listen to the incredible story from Holly, a former drug addict who gave her life to Jesus and now rescues girls from sex slavery in Asia with the help of High-Risk Missionary Victor Marx. DON'T MISS THIS. Donate to Holly's House of Refuge: https://victormarx.com/house-of-refuge/#nora

Japan is ramping up military spending and preparedness as they take a more aggressive posture against China's bullying in the east China Sea. The US is partnering with Japan to help counter China's moves in the region.

This is my 11-minute documentary about the sex trafficking industry. We went around the world finding out how the system really works.

We meet Katerina, a mother of five who has worked as a chaplain in Ukraine since the beginning of the war.

I recently produced a NEWSMAX series with Greta Van Susteren about the crisis in the Darien gap. We went to Necocli, in northern Colombia and interviewed migrants about to make the dangerous trek. Here is part of our discussion.

I met Pete Reed and Derek Coleman in Mosul, Iraq in 2015.  These two American heroes decided on their own to fly to Iraq and help in the fight against ISIS.  They saved many lives.  Last week, Pete Reed was killed doing the same in Ukraine by a Russian tank shell.  Derek died just over a week later of an aggressive form of cancer.  He was only 33 years old.  

You can help pay his funeral expenses here:

https://www.givesendgo.com/RestEasyDerek

I’m in the southern part of Israel along the Gaza Strip visiting a car graveyard that also holds people.

13 years ago a massive earthquake devastated the island nation of Haiti.  I was there.  But the damage caused by "Humanitarian aid and development" has done far more damage than an earthquake ever could, especially that administered by the Clinton foundation.  Here's why.

Two mass shootings happened last week that you heard nothing about. I'm not talking about Chicago...though that would qualify.

We found ourselves between the IDF and Hezbollah as rocket fire was exchanged across the Lebanese border in Northern Israel. Is Hezbollah planning to attack? Tensions are high. #israel #gaza #war #Hezbollah #IDF

Oscar "Blue" Ramirez lives in Mexico and is one of the most intrepid reporters I've ever met. At least 39 people have died in a fire at a migrant holding center in Mexico’s border city of Ciudad Juarez, which authorities believe was started by migrants who set fire to mattresses during a protest against deportations. Oscar breaks down the reasons and reactions to the tragedy. Follow Oscar at https://www.youtube.com/@OscarBlueRamirez

I'm back in Kyiv and today marks one year since Russia invaded.  Here's a recap.

Drone tech is advancing so rapidly that it will overwhelm the Russian military ideology if Ukraine can field it fast enough.

My new documentary comes out June 28. Here's a 2-minute peek at the film, which runs just over one hour. We know you'll love it. Please share it with your network. Preorder your copy here: https://livefiremedia.com/products/copy-of-armenia-a-love-story-digital-download-available-june-28

Today is my 20th anniversary doing this job. Here are my thoughts and a look back through time at some of the places I've been.

Former Secret Service agent Tim Miller comes on the show to talk about the newest threat to National Security, attacks on the US Power Grid.

If America had to answer the call to defend our way of life once again, would we measure up to the men who stormed the beaches of Normandy? Listen to some of the last of those men talk about what it was like during the 79th annual D-day commemoration in Normandy, France.

The US Southern border is being overrun - but the Government is playing games with the numbers and trying to lie with statistics.

Are the Ukrainians outlawing Christianity or closing churches? Let's discuss.

11 years ago I moved my family to Panama. Why did we choose that country, and what did I see coming in the US that made me want to leave?

I traveled to Somalia with some veterans of Operation Gothic Serpent to get their memories from that fateful day in 1993.

Some of my viewers were saying prayer doesn't work. I know that's wrong, because I've seen it work all my life. Here's just one example.

Many Chinese migrants are being used as slave labor to work illegal Marijuana grows across the US. Here are the details from Northern California.

Dave Eubank and the Free Burma Rangers have just returned from a long mission in Myanmar, taking medical supplies to civilians caught in the brutal civil war.

Are there Bio-weapons labs in Ukraine? I go visit the site of one of the supposed labs and find out. Then I talk to bio-lab expert, Colonel Scot Estep, who worked in some of the labs around the world with the US Military.

Former Congressman John Hostetler on Title 42 Changes.

I did an in-depth investigation into illegal Marijuana grows in the US and found something shocking - most of them are staffed by illegal migrants from China.

I'm launching a project to help get vulnerable mothers and their kids out off the radar of child sex traffickers in Cartagena. Join us and DO SOMETHING to help.

https://www.givesendgo.com/cartagenaproject

Here's an update on the stories I've been covering the last couple of weeks: Philippines Cambodia Japan

120,000 people are fleeing for their lives today from the Nagorno-Karabach district of Armenia, as forces from Azerbaijan flood in looting and killing. Pray for Armenia.

Some people just can't seem to make good choices.

Upcoming trips to Washington DC, Ukraine, and Armenia in the next few weeks! 

Connect with Chuck here: https://chuckholton.locals.com 

Join us in Armenia! https://bit.ly/armenia2023

"If you are not hearing the podcasts if you're not seeing them show up on Apple Podcasts or if you're you're typically listening to the podcast. I would recommend that you go over to YouTube and look up the hot zone. And that way, you can see what we're doing. But also, if you wanna listen to them there, we're we're putting a lot more content up on YouTube because that's where we've got the most listeners. So it was an interesting week for sure in the Dominican Republic. Although, you know, I'm not I didn't think the DR was all that great. I wouldn't go back there on vacation or anything, but it was interesting."

Haiti has been bad for generations.  For context, Here's a report from my 2017 adventure driving a motorcycle across the Haitian hinterlands following the route the drug  smugglers take.

This episode tells the story of Nora, a Cambodian woman who was captured at age 14 and held as a sex slave for 8 years. Then when she tried to escape, her captor cut of her hand and tried to kill her.

Experts tell us Russia is preparing a new offensive against Ukraine - with a half million troops.  Here's why it will fail.

A zombie apocalypse is coming May 11. Watch.

There are 120,000 Armenians in the Nagorno-Karabach district. Azerbaijan has decided they own that land, even though it has been populated by Armenians for millennia. What's this dispute really about?

I'm in southern Armenia and found a VERY remote village high in the  mountains that has been all but abandoned. In fact, only one couple remains in the village full time.  I explored the village.  Come along with me!

On a trip to Bolivia I found a ghost town with a 180-year-old church in it, and spent some time exploring it. Creepy!

What is Agenda 2030 and what does it have to do with the Netherlands shutting down over 3000 farms? If you want a deeper. understanding of this issue, listen to this conversation.

The full interview with the President of Ben Gurion University, talking about pro-hamas protests, the aftermath of October 7th attacks, and how the hospital was helping Gazans with free medical care for years.

Are the Ukrainians really going to the beach while there's a war on? Check out this interview with Kyiv mayor Vitali Klitchko about what's going on in Kyiv these days.