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DEEP DIVES Thursday Episodes

Questions asked, and questions answered every Thursday afternoon at 3pm eastern and available on demand. At The Mic: Deep Dive! Where no topic is off limits.
June 25, 2026

ATM: DEEP DIVE -America's Founding Females (6/25/2026)

The Founding Fathers get well deserved credit for the establishment of The United States of America...but what about the Founding Mothers? There were many! And today they get recognized for their many contributions to the cause for freedom Follow Keith on X: @KeithMalinak More episodes at ATMshow.com
June 18, 2026

ATM DEEP DIVE: Who was Robert Maxwell? - Guest: Mike Rickman (6/18/2026)

In the Jeffrey Epstein saga with his assistant Ghislaine Maxwell, one person is overlooked...Ghislaine's father, Robert Maxwell. Today we look at his origin and any connections he may have had in the early days of Epstein's circle of underage girls and high placed connections. Follow Guest Mike Rickman: @mike54371842 Follow Keith: @KeithMalinak More episodes at ATMshow.com
June 10, 2026

ATM: WILDCARD - Forgotten Cold War Stories (6/10/2026)

The Cold War was fought with dead hobos, lipstick guns, spy cats and rectal tool kits. Yup. For love of country see what spies for both sides did in the high stakes game of international espionage! Watch the show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_5yjq1Kf88 Follow Keith: @KeithMalinak Follow Brad: @RealBradStaggs More episodes at ATMshow.com
June 4, 2026

ATM DEEP DIVE: FBI FAILS (and assorted disappointments) - Guest: Steve Friend (6/4/2026)

Truth bombs from former FBI agent Steve Friend explode all over this episode. The American Radicals podcast host explains how FBI Director Kash Patel dishonors the agency, how numbers about the rescuing of missing and exploited children are cooked beyond reproach, how millions of cars in America are months away from a new, federal tax and how the definition of 'terrorist' is undergoing massive change. Follow our guest Steve Friend on X: @SteveFriend Follow Steve's show: The American Radicals P...
May 21, 2026

ATM DEEP DIVE: Clarity Act, Bitcoin Future & Digital Currency Update - Guest: DaGareBear (5/21/2026)

What is in The Clarity Act and what could it mean for Bitcoin/Crypto and a potential digital currency for the US? On X: Guest @DaGareBear On X: Host @KeithMalinak More episodes: ATMshow.com Previous chats with the guest... CBDC: 2/22/25 - https://www.atmshow.com/warning-15-minute-cities-are-coming-heres-what-you-need-to-know/ 15 Minute Cities: 8/8/24 - https://www.atthemicshow.com/videos/deep-dive-central-bank-digital-currency-cbdc-8824/
May 14, 2026

ATM DEEP DIVE: What Science Says About Jesus (Part 2) with guest Dr. Jeremiah Johnston 5/14/26

The archaeological evidence of Jesus is stronger and more detailed than most people realize. In this Deep Dive episode, Keith Malinak is again joined by Dr. Jeremiah Johnston to examine the historical Jesus through archaeology, science, and documented evidence. From unearthed artifacts, the writings of Josephus to current events that show the Bible is a history book, author of 'The Jesus Discoveries' Dr. Jeremiah Johnston explains that Jesus is much more than a story. Johnston also discuss...
May 7, 2026

ATM DEEP DIVE: How To Steal An Election Part 6 - Guest: Jovan Pulitzer (5/7/2026)

Are elections getting more secure? Is Maduro spilling the beans about election fraud? Is The SAVE Act going to happen and would it even help? Jovan Pulitzer, who authored the book 'Countdown To Chaos: Silent Federalizing of Elections' and audited Maricopa County in 2020 is back for a 6th conversation about the security of US elections. He explains why you should always request a mail in ballot, how Kamala Harris continues to accumulate 2024 votes, and how he thinks the 2026 midterms will play...
April 30, 2026

ATM Deep Dive: Haunting Questions from Butler, PA and the Attempt To Assassinate Donald Trump - Guest: Ken Silva (4/30/26)

Butler, Pennsylvania and the attempt to assassinate Donald Trump. Who was Thomas Crooks and the mysterious "Wily Tepes" character? Was Secret Service incompetence THAT bad or is there something more sinister going on in the agency sworn to protect the president and presidential candidates? Guest Ken Silva breaks down all there is to know in a quest for answers on why the most protected man in the world, keeps finding his life in danger Ken's links: @JD_Cashless on X, HeadlineUSA.com and his u...
April 23, 2026

War on Terror Truth: What We Were Told vs What Actually Happened | Scott Horton | 4/23/26

The War on Terror shaped modern U.S. foreign policy, but how much of what the public was told actually holds up? In this episode of At The Mic: Thursday Deep Dive with Keith Malinak, guest Scott Horton joins the conversation to break down the narrative surrounding the War on Terror, what was presented to the public, and where key details begin to unravel. Together, they examine how media coverage, government messaging, and historical context influenced public perception, and why these narrative...
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April 16, 2026

The Income Tax Bait and Switch… How It Changed America | 4/16/26

The history of the income tax and the 16th Amendment isn’t what most people think. It started small, limited, and temporary… so how did it grow into something that touches nearly every paycheck in America? In this episode of At The Mic: Thursday Deep Dive, Keith Malinak is joined by Phil Magness to break down how the federal income tax began, why it was originally aimed at high earners, and how it expanded over time. From its origins in 1913 to major turning points like World War I, the Gr...
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April 9, 2026

VAERS Data Explained: Aluminum in Vaccines & Safety Questions | Dr. Jennifer Margulis

VAERS data, vaccine safety, and aluminum in vaccines are at the center of this deep dive with Dr. Jennifer Margulis. In this episode of At The Mic: Thursday Deep Dive, Keith Malinak examines what VAERS (Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System) actually shows, how vaccine ingredients like aluminum are used, and why questions around reporting, transparency, and interpretation continue to surface in public discussions. The conversation explores vaccine schedules, parental decision-making...
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April 3, 2026

Blood, Artifacts, and Resurrection: The Scientific Case for Jesus | 4/2/26

The archaeological evidence of Jesus is stronger and more detailed than most people realize. In this Thursday Deep Dive, Keith Malinak is joined by Dr. Jeremiah Johnston to examine the historical Jesus through archaeology, science, and documented evidence. From the Shroud of Turin to the Sudarium of Oviedo, this episode explores the physical artifacts connected to the crucifixion and resurrection. Through forensic blood analysis, burial traditions, and ancient historical records, the conversa...
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March 27, 2026

Antarctica Pyramids, UFOs & Government Secrets (Seriously?) | Barfly 10 Deep Dive | 3/26/26

Antarctica pyramids, UFO sightings, and government secrets keep showing up in the same conversations… coincidence, or something we’re not supposed to connect? In this special Barfly 10 edition of At The Mic Thursday Deep Dive, Keith Malinak is joined by Brad Staggs and Kelly Smith for a wide-ranging conversation exploring conspiracy theories, UFO encounters, and unexplained mysteries. From Antarctica pyramids and ancient civilizations to UFO disclosure, MK Ultra, and high-profile conspirac...
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March 20, 2026

Genesis 6 and the Nephilim: Biblical Giants, Ancient Evidence, and the Hidden History Question | 3/19/26

Nephilim, Genesis 6, and biblical giants are at the center of one of the most debated topics in ancient history. This episode explores what the Bible actually says about the Nephilim and how those accounts connect to historical discoveries and global legends. In this episode of At The Mic: Thursday Deep Dive, Keith Malinak sits down with Derek Olson to examine the origins of the Nephilim, including the “sons of God,” the Book of Enoch, and the role of the Watchers. The conversation expands into ...
March 13, 2026

Brian Cole & the J6 Pipe Bomber Case: Evidence Raises SERIOUS Questions | 3/12/26

New evidence is raising serious questions about the J6 pipe bomber investigation. Investigative journalist Steve Baker joins Keith Malinak for a deep dive into the Brian Cole case and the growing controversy surrounding one of the most mysterious investigations connected to January 6. In this episode of At The Mic: Thursday Deep Dive, Baker examines the evidence, the timeline, and the unanswered questions that continue to surround the case. As new details emerge, the conversation explores the...
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March 6, 2026

The Secret Map Inside Your Teeth | 3/6/26

What if the mouth contained a hidden map of the body? Some researchers believe certain teeth may correspond with organs and nerve pathways in ways that challenge how we think about health. In this Thursday Deep Dive, Keith Malinak sits down with Dr. Dawn Ewing to explore the controversial idea that the mouth may contain connections to the rest of the body through nerve pathways and meridian mapping. The conversation examines how oral health might influence systemic health, the theory behind d...
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Feb. 27, 2026

Government Incompetence… or Something Worse? You Decide | 2/26/26

Some government failures don’t look accidental anymore. They look designed. When the same “mistakes” keep producing the same results, accountability becomes harder to ignore. In this episode of At The Mic Thursday Deep Dive, host Keith Malinak is joined by former FBI agent Steve Friend for a wide-ranging conversation about power, institutional incentives, and what happens when speaking up from the inside carries a personal cost. The discussion moves through recruitment practices, internal ...
Feb. 20, 2026

You Don’t Own Your Money Anymore | The Economy, Digital Currency & the Next Big Crash | 2/19/26

Most people believe they own their stocks, retirement accounts, and even their cash. In reality, the modern economy operates through centralized financial control, legal structures, and institutions most Americans never see. In this Thursday Deep Dive, Keith Malinak is joined by Justin Haskins to examine how financial ownership quietly shifted away from individuals and toward centralized systems designed to survive crisis. From the Depository Trust Company and property rights to digital currency...
Feb. 13, 2026

The Molasses Flood: When a City Buried Its Deadliest Secret | 2/12/26

In January 1919, Boston was struck by one of the strangest and deadliest industrial disasters in American history, when a massive molasses tank collapsed and sent a deadly wave through the city’s North End, killing 21 people. In this At The Mic: Deep Dive episode, Keith Malinak is joined by historian and author Stephen Puleo, whose book Dark Tide remains the definitive account of the Boston Molasses Flood. Together, they explore the corporate negligence that led to the disaster, the human stori...
Feb. 6, 2026

Follow the Money: Why Schools Keep Failing | 2/5/26

Public schools aren’t collapsing from a lack of money; they’re collapsing from how the system is built. Graduation rates rise, learning declines, and accountability quietly disappears. As public school budgets grow, student outcomes continue to fall, raising questions few institutions want to answer. In this Thursday Deep Dive, Keith Malinak is joined by investigative journalist Chris Papst, author of Failure Factory, to examine how data manipulation, bureaucracy, and incentives quietly shape p...
Jan. 30, 2026

Snowcrete, Sydney Sweeney, and the Illusion of Normal | 1/29/26

Why is everyone arguing about Sydney Sweeney while toxic snow, system glitches, and quiet breakdowns pile up? A bar conversation accidentally exposes how distraction really works. On this episode of At The Mic Thursday Deep Dive, sub-series Barfly 9, Keith Malinak is joined by Brad Staggs and Kelly Smith for a free-flowing conversation that starts casually and drifts somewhere less comfortable. What begins as bar talk slowly turns into pattern recognition, as winter storms, cultural noise, tech...
Jan. 23, 2026

What's REALLY Causing NFL Injuries This Season? | 1/22/26

From training rooms to substations, this episode examines a troubling pattern behind one of the NFL’s most injury-plagued teams. On this episode of At The Mic: Thursday Deep Dive, Keith Malinak is joined by researcher Peter Cowan to explore the San Francisco 49ers’ unusually high rate of non-contact injuries. What begins as a discussion about football and conditioning quickly turns into a deeper investigation involving EMF exposure, a nearby electrical substation, and soft tissue damage that ap...
Jan. 16, 2026

Time Is the Only Currency You Can't Get Back | 1/15/25

Why Time Is the Only Currency That Matters Life, death, and everything in between. On this episode of At The Mic with Keith Malinak, Keith flies solo. No guest. No script. Just an honest reflection on time, regret, purpose, and the moments we never get back. What begins as quiet introspection turns into a philosophical confession about mortality, fear, family history, and the cost of waiting too long to say what matters. This is not a conversation about statistics or headlines. It is a convers...
Jan. 9, 2026

The Cost of Saying No to Your Commander | 1/8/26

A U.S. Airman refused a COVID vaccine mandate and entered a legal battle that would redefine his life, his career, and his faith in military justice. In this episode of At The Mic with Keith Malinak, Keith sits down with former U.S. Airman Lance Castle for a deep dive into one of the most controversial court-martial cases to emerge from the COVID era. What began as a personal medical decision quickly escalated into solitary confinement, professional retaliation, and a years-long fight for accou...