Ukraine’s Breaking Point: Pokrovsk | Western Military Weakness | Epstein-Israel Blackmail
Conversations Among The Ruins - A podcast by Charles Erickson

In this episode, Charlie sits down with Peter Erickson for an in-depth discussion on the major unfolding news in world politics. They break down the latest developments in Ukraine, including the potential encirclement and collapse of key cities like Pokrovsk and the implications for both Ukrainian morale and the Zelensky government. The conversation then shifts to the shadow influence of Western-backed NGOs in Ukraine, the mounting political protests, and the West’s deepening divide over how to proceed.The hosts also explore the state of global military power, examining whether NATO and Western forces are reaching their limit and what that could mean for future conflicts, power vacuums, or multipolarity. A special focus is placed on the evolving situation in the Caucasus, Armenia’s westward drift, and geopolitical maneuvering by Azerbaijan, Turkey, and Iran.Charlie and Peter then turn to the crisis in Gaza, discussing France’s recognition of Palestine, shifting global and media attitudes toward Israel, and whether significant policy changes could actually emerge. They delve into the deep influence of the Israel lobby, the role of the US “deep state,” and the growing public awareness of these dynamics.Finally, the conversation examines the Epstein scandal—including his ties to powerful elites and possible connections to Israeli intelligence—the lack of real investigation, and the impact this is having on public trust. The episode concludes with reflections on elite corruption, the struggle for honest debate on taboo subjects, and signs of hope and change in public opinion.