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From the Battlefield to Fatherhood: A Conversation with Kris "Tanto" Paronto
In this powerful episode, Kris "Tanto" Paronto, former Army Ranger and Benghazi survivor, opens up about the challenges and triumphs of fatherhood. From juggling overseas deployments to learning how to be a present father later in life and endeavoring to make up for lost time, Kris shares his journey of shunning ego, stepping back from the spotlight, divorcing and re-marrying his wife, and simplifying his once chaotic world to focus on his family. Hear his emotional account of coming back from the brink of suicide and the life-changing lessons he's learned along the way. This candid conversation offers deep insights into fatherhood, resilience, and the advice Kris would give his younger self.
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DISPATCHES: Rebecca Deng's Harrowing and Hope-Filled Journey from Sudan
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Join me for a powerful conversation with Rebecca Deng, a remarkable woman and mother who has defied all odds. Growing up in the midst of war in Sudan, Rebecca lost her father in the war and her mother and baby sibling died during childbirth. After evading a pending child marriage, at just 15, she gave birth to her first daughter, a heartbreaking consequence of wartime rape in a Kenyan refugee c...
Sept '24 Roundup: Cultural Offense, Motherhood, and Afghanistan's Former Leadership
มุมมอง 2114 วันที่ผ่านมา
In this video, we review the following articles, Doing What's Right: When Cultural Offense is Necessary for Justice holliesmckay.substack.com/p/doing-whats-right-when-cultural-offense Navigating Motherhood and Global Work: A Year of Love, Challenge holliesmckay.substack.com/p/navigating-motherhood-and-global and Three Years After the U.S. Exit: Afghanistan’s Leadership and the Mystery of Americ...
DISPATCHES: A Father Raising Two Young Girls Under Taliban Rule
มุมมอง 914 วันที่ผ่านมา
In this powerful episode, I sit down with my dear friend Naweed, a father of two young girls in Afghanistan to hear his extraordinary story, from being born and raised in a refugee camp in Pakistan to becoming the provider for his family in Kabul. We explore the unique responsibilities placed on sons to care for their extended families in Afghan culture, the strength found in large families des...
DISPATCHES: From Rural Oz to China, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia: Raising Girls & Fostering Empathy
มุมมอง 5921 วันที่ผ่านมา
In this episode, I sit down with my god sister, Annalise Stephens, who was raised as an only child in rural Queensland, Australia, and developed a deep desire to explore the world. Now a mother of two, Annalise has lived in China, Cambodia, Indonesia, and Malaysia, raising her daughters across diverse cultures. We dive into her experiences navigating language barriers, adapting to different edu...
DISPATCHES: Half-German, Half-Chinese Mom Raising Four Kids Across Europe, Almost Two Decades Apart
มุมมอง 24หลายเดือนก่อน
In this episode, I sit down with German-born actress Kami Manns, a remarkable mother of four, whose journey spans decades and countries. Born to a German mother and Haaka Chinese father, whom she met for the first time as an adult, Kami has raised her children in three different countries-Germany, France, and Switzerland-each offering unique experiences in postpartum care and child-rearing. Wit...
DISPATCHES: The Daughter of a Child Bride in India
มุมมอง 70หลายเดือนก่อน
Rubby Singh, the daughter of a child bride in India, shares her family's harrowing experiences and the broader impact of child marriage in the region. India has one of the highest rates of child marriage in the world, with an estimated 27% of girls married before the age of 18. Rubby's mother was forced into marriage at just 13, a fate shared by millions of young girls each year. Rubby discusse...
DISPATCHES: Post-War Philippines to American Dream: A Father's Journey
มุมมอง 55หลายเดือนก่อน
Join us as we delve into the extraordinary life of my good friend Dennis Santiago, a man whose journey from the post-war streets of Manila to the suburbs of Southern California is as inspiring as it is heartwarming. Growing up amidst the challenges of post-war Philippines, Dennis learned invaluable life lessons that have shaped him into the man he is today. From navigating the bustling streets ...
August 2024 Round-Up: Poppy Fields, Shadowy Terrorists, India on the Wild Stage, and Wild Horses
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In this episode, Hollie reviews articles on the dramatic decline of opium poppy farming in Afghanistan following the end of the war with the United States. At the same time, terrorist organizations have once again found greater sanctuary in Afghanistan, potentially leading to a future 9/11 type danger for the Western world. The episode also discusses the entry of India on the world stage as a d...
July '24 Round-Up: Suicide Bombers, Afghan Child Abuse, Venezuela, and NATO Spending
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Part 1 & 2 of this video focus on international child abuse. First, Holle expands on the problem of girls abducted in Africa who become suicide bombers for Boko Haram. Then, boys abducted in Afghanistan in the sex slave practice of Bacha Bazi. In part 3, we discuss an update on the state of Maduro hanging on to power in Venezuala by whatever means. And in part 4, we talk about the two percent o...
June 2024 Roundup: Sierra-Leone, the Leahy Law, China's Nuclear Arsenal, and "The Dictator's Wife"
มุมมอง 174 หลายเดือนก่อน
In this monthly roundup, we discuss three articles and a novel. First, Hollie recalls one of the most brutal cases of organized cruelty that sensitized her to take an interest in war crimes, the turn of the century conflict in Sierra-Leone where rebels made it a practice to amputating the limbs of children as part of their war against the government. holliesmckay.substack.com/p/rebels-amputated...
May '24: Miniscule NYC Gun Convictions, When Collateral Damage is Legal, UN's Tribute to Raisi
มุมมอง 285 หลายเดือนก่อน
In this interview, Hollie discusses the tiny percentage of New York City gun crime cases that ultimately result in convictions. Is the city serious or are these just bargaining chips for prosecutors to give away as part of reaching plea deals? Next, killing innocent men, women and children is possible a horrible part of war. Yet it's completely within the rules of war. It doesn't matter if the ...
April Subtstack Roundup: Darfur, Sweatshops, War Profits, and Iran's Nuclear Shell Game
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In this installment, Hollie and Dennis go over a selection of articles published in April 2024 on holliesmckay.substack.com/. First is a discussion on how America, both government and media, are ignoring genocidal events around the world. The discussion highlights the situation in Darfur where brutality that once dominated US attention now sees little interest. "The genocide nobody is talking a...
The Dictator's Wife
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I’m excited to announce my next book is now available for pre-order, and will hit the shelves in June! This is something of a departure from my normal work… a fiction, psychological thriller, yet based on many of my experience dealing with dictatorships from around the world. Click Here for Pre-Order from my publisher DAP Publications www.diangelopublications.com/shop/p/the-dictators-wife Click...
Stretching the Topics: Militias, Troops, Houthis and a Swift Break
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In this March 2024 video, Hollie discusses how the world continues to be a dangerous place. The activities of Iranian backed militias in the Middle East are discussed as the regional power continues to attack US troops still stationed in Syria and Iraq, now long after the demise of ISIS. The video also discusses Iran's other Middle Eastern proxy, the Houthis, as they assume their role in challe...
2023 Wrap-Up, 2024 Outlook, and an Interlude with Raven
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2023 Wrap-Up, 2024 Outlook, and an Interlude with Raven
A New Mom: Meeting Newborn Baby Raven, October 2023 Articles, Ukraine and Gaza
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A New Mom: Meeting Newborn Baby Raven, October 2023 Articles, Ukraine and Gaza
August 2023 Investigative Reporting Wrap Up
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August 2023 Investigative Reporting Wrap Up
July 2023 Substack Roundup: Cluster Munitions, Burma War PTSD, Police Dedication, and More
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July 2023 Substack Roundup: Cluster Munitions, Burma War PTSD, Police Dedication, and More
Inside with Hollie McKay in Saudi Arabia
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Inside with Hollie McKay in Saudi Arabia
Inside with Hollie Mckay Visting Iran as a Tourist
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Inside with Hollie Mckay Visting Iran as a Tourist
Inside with Hollie McKay in Yemen
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Inside with Hollie McKay in Yemen
Afghanistan's Coal Mines
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Afghanistan's Coal Mines
Crypto Markets Struggle in Afghanistan Since the Taliban Takeover
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Crypto Markets Struggle in Afghanistan Since the Taliban Takeover
Taliban Prepare to Implement Sharia Law
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Taliban Prepare to Implement Sharia Law
The War in Sudan Erupts
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The War in Sudan Erupts
More on Cartels and Fentanyl
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More on Cartels and Fentanyl
Inside with Hollie McKay in Afghanistan
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Inside with Hollie McKay in Afghanistan
Words That Never Leave You
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Words That Never Leave You
Terrorist Rehabilitation Centers in Saudi Arabia
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Terrorist Rehabilitation Centers in Saudi Arabia

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  • @gmplatz
    @gmplatz 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Keep fighting the good fight! We are all behind you!

  • @OWLNinja-ib3xk
    @OWLNinja-ib3xk 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I would like to hear both of your opinions on the use of climate engineering to manipulate the weather. There is currently very little regulation to dictate how climate engineering should be used.

  • @markcrawmer4099
    @markcrawmer4099 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hollie, have concerns about IDF going into a trap in Rafah. With Egypt gearing up for battle, Hamas in the middle, I see a possible suicidal biological/mass destruction scenario developing…

  • @gmplatz
    @gmplatz 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Looking forward to learning from your experiences! Sometimes fiction is the most honest truth! Are you going to be going on a book tour?

  • @dinoc.5537
    @dinoc.5537 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Congrats and Best Wishes on the new book!

  • @harmonsmith9541
    @harmonsmith9541 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Holly keep up the great work much love to you and your family!💥💥👍🙏💖💥💥

  • @arslanbinfarooq
    @arslanbinfarooq 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    🎉

  • @82oncology
    @82oncology 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This woman is a biased liar

  • @daviddowidat3478
    @daviddowidat3478 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Merry Christmas Holly.

  • @northernsupernova1
    @northernsupernova1 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thats so Raven

  • @bob_e_coyote6566
    @bob_e_coyote6566 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you Hollie! Merry Christmas!

  • @bonniewilliams2674
    @bonniewilliams2674 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hollie, congratulations on the birth of Raven! She is beautiful. Sounds like your little family has been through a lot lately, but you look great!!

  • @marcusmendoza6098
    @marcusmendoza6098 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congratulations to you both, and thank you for your continued contributions to journalism.

  • @gmplatz
    @gmplatz ปีที่แล้ว

    Congratulations on the birth of Raven! Such a beautiful little girl! I hope she is able to grow up in a world of peace, love and respect thanks in no small part to her mother ‘s insightful and unselfish professionalism! So happy for you both!

  • @gmplatz
    @gmplatz ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you! Makes me proud to be a subscriber!

  • @Chertoff88
    @Chertoff88 ปีที่แล้ว

    This woman is a shill for the Taliban. My friends were murdered by the Taliban and she down plays all the murders.

  • @gmplatz
    @gmplatz ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for more wonderful insight. It is a real treat being able to view the world through your eyes.

  • @gmplatz
    @gmplatz ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for a very informative perspective. TBH though, it hasn’t risen up too high on my bucket list.

  • @ANZACS100
    @ANZACS100 ปีที่แล้ว

    1:32 you're lucky you didn't get blown up by a wire-guided Anti-Tank missile riding in the back of that ute like so many other government forces , I suppose it doesn't really matter we'll all get it when the yanks start a Nuclear War that they so desperately desire

  • @ros9041
    @ros9041 ปีที่แล้ว

    ليست قوات حكوميه جميعها مليشيات مدعومه من دول خارجيه ودماء الابرياء ورقه بظاعه للتفاوض فقط . اتمنى ان تنتهي هذه الحرب قريبا .

  • @palestinenotisrael3088
    @palestinenotisrael3088 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm moving over Alhamdulillah

  • @craigr2048
    @craigr2048 ปีที่แล้ว

    After dropping the majority of active US support Yemen has nearly been forgotten about. Sad for sure.

  • @dominicsultana6677
    @dominicsultana6677 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your work! Fascinating and very detailed

  • @daviddowidat3478
    @daviddowidat3478 ปีที่แล้ว

    How was the Orthodox Church? I'm surprised the Iranian regime hasn't destroyed it.

    • @Michelle-q9q
      @Michelle-q9q ปีที่แล้ว

      Iran is religiously and ethnically diverse. They have many churches in Iran and other beautiful places all intake.

  • @V8V88
    @V8V88 ปีที่แล้ว

    God bless the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia ❤🇸🇦

  • @bonniewilliams2674
    @bonniewilliams2674 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really interesting!! Good to know about this!! Thank you, Hollie!

  • @daviddowidat3478
    @daviddowidat3478 ปีที่แล้ว

    How many times have you been to Afghanistan? If I can ask.

  • @gmplatz
    @gmplatz ปีที่แล้ว

    The breadth and quality of your reporting is so impressive. You are truly a caring individual. Thank you for all of your concerns and communications in bringing so many important issues to the front burner.

  • @gmplatz
    @gmplatz ปีที่แล้ว

    I enjoy your written pieces but look forward to your video content as well.

  • @brucequam7416
    @brucequam7416 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent! The world with Hollie.

  • @daviddowidat3478
    @daviddowidat3478 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can I ask in what year you started covering the Iraq War? Or conflict in general?

  • @roseomar6683
    @roseomar6683 ปีที่แล้ว

    United States is the creator of the world’s largest problem

  • @roseomar6683
    @roseomar6683 ปีที่แล้ว

    It was a lie

  • @gmplatz
    @gmplatz ปีที่แล้ว

    I suppose life is a set of choices…some less rewarding than others. Hollie shines a light where others are silent.

  • @gmplatz
    @gmplatz ปีที่แล้ว

    Definitely not a “dearth of doing” in Holly’s world! We are so lucky to have a person with such a broad depth of curiosity amongst us, to allow us to see the world through her investigatory eyes. Passionate does not begin to describe her. It would be interesting to see how Mr. Hemingway would have penned her accomplishments on paper.

  • @gmplatz
    @gmplatz ปีที่แล้ว

    One woman making a HUGE difference in the world! Thank you!

  • @quaaludecowboy692
    @quaaludecowboy692 ปีที่แล้ว

    What happened to your Instagram?

  • @holliesmckaywriter
    @holliesmckaywriter ปีที่แล้ว

    I think there is an over focus on border issues in the media, as it has been for past couple of decades, and not enough policy focus on the fentanyl issue which is very different. Cartels will always find a way, and the immigration issue is a welcome attention distraction for them. Most people coming to the US trying to seek a better life and have nothing to do with this issue… there should be a path for them and I am very pro immigration. The border and drug crisis, in my opinion, shouldn’t be conflated. Unfortunately in our politically divided environment it all gets rolled into one when it shouldn’t be.

  • @larosa105
    @larosa105 ปีที่แล้ว

    How is this connected to immigration ?

  • @paulina.maksymiak
    @paulina.maksymiak ปีที่แล้ว

    I would like also write here something. I'm Polish citizien, Slavic woman and IRGC tortured me also for this that I wrote true about Iranian imperialism and crimes in Iraq, they sent me threats on-line in youtube, facebook, also one Iranian whom I met on date site Muslima showed out IRGC agent and he interrogated me in case of those comments about Iran in Iraq, forced me to writting strange letter with saying sorry to Iranian embassy in Warsaw, threatened me and my family death. He sent me also fotos from office of IRGC in April 2022 and said that IRGC agents will go to my home pretending postmen, I couldn't sleep throught month. Recently he sent me threats from SMSInfo and he said me that or I will go to Iran or IRGC will go to Poland kill my family and me and that he can find me in Poland or Ukraine where he knows cities (I didn't know that he is IRGC agent, I thought that he is common Iranian from date site, so I gave him cities and documents). He names Javad Sarian and lives in Teheran, I have his fotos, documents and even adress. He names Javad Srn on facebook.

  • @georgeturner2374
    @georgeturner2374 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was a great interview and a fascinating subject.

  • @gmplatz
    @gmplatz ปีที่แล้ว

    Hollie is beyond incredible! What a formidable and brave news source! Third time’s a charm…omg! 😳

  • @myahsoodinim8570
    @myahsoodinim8570 ปีที่แล้ว

    She's right about the Taliban not deploying suicide bombers until after the American invasion of 2001. "It is a very timid way of fighting" one told me back then.

  • @gmplatz
    @gmplatz ปีที่แล้ว

    It is so refreshing to hear truly honest and unbiased news reports from the absolute most harrowing locations. Hollie bends over backwards to keep it real and represent all sides of the story through personal involvement. She is an informative treasure. Thank you!

  • @ihsanullahkhan3422
    @ihsanullahkhan3422 ปีที่แล้ว

    Taliban and Iran mullahs must be removed by force

  • @myahsoodinim8570
    @myahsoodinim8570 ปีที่แล้ว

    It's good to see some coverage from the ground in Afghanistan.

  • @daviddowidat3478
    @daviddowidat3478 ปีที่แล้ว

    I read the article too. I'm surprised Canada let this happen. Canada doesn't strike me as a country that would be OK with MAID for depressed Veterans.

  • @HanS662
    @HanS662 ปีที่แล้ว

    the collective west also took all of Afghanistan's gold reserves... i am pretty sure they'd rather have that then all the stupid shit the west left behind.

  • @AbuShivaToyib
    @AbuShivaToyib ปีที่แล้ว

    without firing a single bullet China can enter Afghanistan freely. this is called the power of soft power

  • @kiambengang3533
    @kiambengang3533 ปีที่แล้ว

    Stupid arguments. It's very clear from the day uncle shame leaving afghan with tail between legs... Afghan people / government would embrace China Russia alliance. No doubt about it.