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Dive into the polarizing world of Tim Pool, the Chicago-born high school dropout turned right-wing media powerhouse. From his early days livestreaming the Occupy Wall Street protests to hosting the hit podcast Timcast IRL and The Culture War Podcast, Pool has built a massive following with his provocative takes on politics, culture, and conspiracy theories. With over 1.3 million YouTube subscribers and a knack for sparking debate, he’s become a leading voice in conservative media, interviewing figures like Donald Trump while navigating controversies like his 2022 clash with Kanye West over antisemitic remarks.
This podcast unpacks Pool’s rise to fame, his evolution from citizen journalist to alt-right influencer, and the explosive 2024 scandal that rocked his career: allegations that his platform, licensed by Tennessee-based Tenet Media, was unwittingly funded with $10 million from Russian operatives. Accused of receiving $100,000 per episode to push pro-Kremlin narratives, Pool claimed he was a victim of deception, maintaining full editorial control and denying any knowledge of the scheme. Join us as we explore the complexities of Pool’s journey, the Russian money scandal, and the broader implications for media influence in a divided America

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