00:00:00 – Intro to the Poster War00:01:08 – Synopsis00:03:40 – Posters for the Forgotten Hostages00:09:34 – The Inevitable Backlash00:18:02 – Roots in Social Media and the Education System00:29:58 – The BDS Movement00:34:29 – Is Anger Rooted in Antisemitism00:38:46 – America's Culture of Violence on the Rise00:51:00 – The Line Between Anitsemitism and Fair Criticism00:55:19 – Were the Posters Successful?01:01:42 – Where to See the Film**** FACTUAL AMERICA PODCAST **** What happens when the Israel-Palestine conflict spills onto the streets of New York City? Posters, propaganda, and outrage turned the city into an unexpected battleground — and the story behind it will shock you.We sit down with Nim Shapira, the director of TORN: The Israel-Palestine Poster War to uncover the hidden conflict tearing NYC apart. From torn posters and viral street battles to debates over antisemitism and free speech, this is a raw look at how global tensions can play out in everyday life on the streets of America.

In this episode, we dive into the making of Nightmares of Nature, the hit Netflix nature documentary that turns the lens toward the eerie, emotional, and often terrifying side of the natural world. We speak with Charlotte Lathane to explore how the filmmaking team blended horror aesthetics with real wildlife stories, creating a show that challenges how we see the planet.Timecodes: 00:00 – Introduction to Nightmares of Nature03:18 – Exploring the Concept of The Series05:41 – The Art of Dramatised Nature Documentaries09:08 – Behind the Scenes: Filming Challenges14:06 – Creating a New Genre: Nature Meets Horror20:36 – Audience Reception and Future Prospects

The Perfect Neighbor documentary tells the shocking true story of Ajike “AJ” Owens, a Black mother of four who was fatally shot by her neighbour Susan Lorincz in Florida. In this exclusive interview, director Geeta Gandbhir and Pamela Dias, Ajike’s mother, discuss how the film reconstructs the tragedy through police body-cam footage, 911 calls, and interrogation tapes. They unpack how a neighbourhood dispute spiraled into violence, exposing the failings of Florida’s Stand Your Ground law.Director Geeta Gandbhir reveals why she took a “show-don’t-tell” approach, letting raw institutional footage speak for itself, while Pamela Dias shares her grief, courage, and fight for justice. Together they reflect on how The Perfect Neighbour turns personal loss into a broader story about gun violence, race, and accountability in America.00:00 – Introduction to “The Perfect Neighbour”05:22 – The Story Behind Adjika Owens07:17 – Pamela's Reflection on Adjika11:15 – The Incident: A Tragic Night13:32 – Uncovering the History of Conflict16:09 – The Role of Media and Community17:35 – Motivations Behind the Tragedy18:48 – Understanding Stand Your Ground Laws26:43 – The Role of Police in Community Conflicts30:34 – Impact on the Community After Tragedy34:21 – Adjika's Legacy and Call to Action

This documentary with the Dalai Lama, Wisdom of Happiness, takes us inside His Holiness’s powerful message for a world in crisis. In this exclusive interview with director Barbara Miller, we explore how compassion, peace, and emotional resilience can guide us through climate change, conflict, and chaos — and why happiness might be humanity’s most radical act.

Explore the shocking truth behind the Afghanistan War in our deep dive into Bodyguard of Lies. We uncover decades of government deception and falsehoods, featuring never-before-seen insider testimonies that reveal how the public was misled. We speak with director Dan Krauss about making the documentary and exposing the cover-up behind one of the longest wars in U.S. history.If you’re interested in uncovering hidden truths, understanding U.S. foreign policy failures, or learning what really happened in Afghanistan, this episode is for you.Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction 03:58 – The Story Behind the Documentary06:39 – Misleading the Public09:47 – Revealing Audio Tapes11:28 – Early Doubts About the War19:26 – Financial Stakes in the War23:35 – Corruption and Cash Flow29:25 – Missed Opportunities for Peace32:21 – Voices of the Afghan People36:16 – Remote Filming Challenges40:08 –Final Lies of the War45:18 –Hope for the Future50:30 – What’s next and signing off

In this Letter From Britain episode of Factual America, our host Matthew reflects on the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk and what it means for free speech, political extremism, and the state of democracy in America and beyond.We examine the rise of political extremism, the media’s role in shaping the narrative, and how leaders from Bernie Sanders to Robert Redford have spoken out about the urgent need for civil discourse.Timecodes: 00:00 – Intro00:20 – The assassination of Charlie Kirk01:30 – Political extremism & censorship07:00 – Media narratives & public trust14:00 – The passing of Robert Redford16:00 – Reflections on hope & democracy

This interview was recorded before the news of Charlie Kirk’s murder, but its insights into political violence and radicalisation remain highly relevant.Max Horder discusses the phenomenon of 'Luigi-ism', a term he coined to describe a troubling trend of left-wing violence and its cultural implications. He explains how Luigi Mangione became a cultural icon to the far left, reflecting a growing acceptance of violence in political discourse. The discussion also contrasts left-wing and right-wing violence, exploring the psychological and sociological factors driving these behaviours. Horder emphasizes the role of social media in shaping perceptions and justifications for violence, and warns of increasing polarisation in American society, leading to greater conflict.#PoliticalViolence#RadicalActivism#LuigiIsm#VigilanteJustice#PoliticalExtremismTimestamps:00:00 – Intro and Setup00:52 – The Rise of Luigi-ism08:50 –Understanding the Phenomenon of Luigiism15:09 – Comparing Left-Wing and Right-Wing Violence19:26 – The Nature of Left-Wing Violence23:20 – Analysing the Numbers of Max's Survey33:00 – The Role of Social Media in Political Violence39:05 – "CEO down", "Luigi'd" and Other Concerning Memes46:24 – Future Implications of Political Polarization52:06 – More About Max Horder and The NCRI

Political cartoons, satire, and US presidents collide in the new documentary A Savage Art: The Life & Cartoons of Pat Oliphant. We interview Bill Banowsky on how one of the world’s most fearless cartoonists shaped politics and public opinion across five decades and ten presidencies. In this episode of Factual America, we look at the power of satire in American democracy, Oliphant’s lasting influence, and why his art remains so relevant today. If you’re interested in political art, journalism, or the role of satire in democracy, this conversation is not to be missed.#PoliticalCartoons #Satire #ASavageArt #PoliticalDocumentary #FactualAmericaTimestamps: 00:00 – Introduction04:33 – The Film: A Savage Art12:32 – Pat Oliphant: The Influential Cartoonist21:39 – The Evolution of Political Cartooning34:20 – The Impact of Media Disruption37:54 – The Journey of Documentary Filmmaking44:19 – The Future of Theatres and Audience Experience

Netflix’s latest true crime documentary, Unknown Number: The High School Catfish, dives into one of the most disturbing high school “catfish” scandals ever exposed. In this episode, we go behind the scenes with director Skye Borgman to uncover how a teenager was lured into a devastating web of lies and manipulation by an online predator.If you’re obsessed with Netflix true crime, catfishing scandals, or the dark side of social media, this is an unmissable conversation.#TrueCrime #NetflixTrueCrime #CatfishStory #HighSchoolCatfish #ShockingTruthTimestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:12 - Synopsis 03:40 - Much more than just teasing among friends05:53 - A small-town-witch-trial evolves08:58 - The directors thoughts while filming14:33 - The police step in17:00 - The unknown number is revealed19:13 - Understanding the perpetrator's perspective26:55 - The art of great storytelling31:35 - The culture of socialising through devices34:37 - Long-term effects of cyber-bullying37:03 - The victims looking back38:45 - Future plans for Skye

The Dallas Cowboys, Netflix, America’s Team, the NFL, Jerry Jones, and the (un)making of a modern football dynasty – we dive into all these topics in this episode featuring Chapman and Maclain Way, the Emmy-winning filmmakers behind Netflix’s new sports docuseries America’s Team: The Gambler and His Cowboys.Known for Wild Wild Country, Kings of Tupelo and Untold, the Way brothers break down how the Cowboys became America’s most iconic, and controversial, team. From behind-the-scenes drama to media manipulation, this series isn’t just about football; it’s about power, ego, and the team that changed American pro sports and culture.00:00 – Intro and Setup01:16 – Documentary synopsis 03:53 – The new guy in town10:09 – A new era for the NFL16:33 – How the project came together19:00 – Never-before-seen footage of the Cowboys21:47 – Jerry Jones – narrator of his own story26:15 – Maclain, Chapman and the cast of their dreams31:45 – Challenges of making the documentary33:45 – A Spaghetti Western sports doc38:40 – Striving for the next Super Bowl40:50 – Wrapping up