Redacted News Episode Summary

Podcast: Redacted News
Hosts: Clayton and Natali Morris
Episode: Bondi Beach False Flag Attack As Police Stood Down For 20 Minutes, Strategy Of Tension!
Date: December 16, 2025

Main Theme & Purpose

This episode investigates the recent deadly shooting at Sydney’s Bondi Beach, exploring claims that the event was a “false flag” designed to heighten global tensions around antisemitism and justify aggressive government responses, particularly regarding Israel and Mossad’s involvement. The hosts, Clayton and Natali Morris, together with expert guests, dissect media narratives, intelligence agency tactics, and the manipulation of tragic events for political gain, while highlighting the vital role of independent journalism in exposing “strategy of tension” operations.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. The Bondi Beach Attack and Suspicious Narratives

(01:22–07:15)

• Overview of Events: The attack at Bondi Beach (now reported as causing 16 fatalities) and a similar incident at Brown University are discussed, both with apparent antisemitic motives.
• Mossad Involvement: The Israeli intelligence agency’s rapid arrival on the scene in Australia is questioned (“Why is Mossad there investigating it?” – 01:58, Clayton).
• Contradictory Official Explanations: Initial narratives link the attack variously to ISIS, Iran, and Palestinian state recognition—a blend the hosts deem incoherent.
• Strategy of Tension: The idea is put forward (via guest Colonel Towner Watkins) that such attacks are orchestrated or allowed to happen to justify political crackdowns and shape public perception.

2. Media Manipulation and Narrative Construction

(07:15–13:13)

• False Reports and Narrative Deployment:

  “There’s zero connection to Iran that is documented... but that’s another narrative deployment.” — Col. Towner Watkins (09:28)

• Discussion of how initial media reports are used to seed unverified narratives, which then cascade through news cycles and justify government responses.
• Emphasis on intelligence agencies using both the media and “assets” to control the story and outcome.

3. Police Inaction – Parallels With Other Attacks

(10:38–11:43, 38:18–39:32)

• Eyewitness reports describe police “standing down” for 20 minutes during the Bondi attack, despite proximity to a police station.
• Compared to similar patterns during other recent mass shootings (e.g., Uvalde), raising suspicions of deliberate delay:

  “To me, that’s a clear indication that there’s planning ahead of time there.” — Col. Towner Watkins (11:18)

4. False Flags, “Paid Actors”, and Intelligence Assets

(15:03–19:45, 41:21–44:25, 58:09–62:13)

• False flag tactics are explored, referencing historic intelligence operations (e.g., Operation Gladio, Red Brigades).
• The existence of “paid actors” staging antisemitic incidents (sometimes themselves Jewish or working for state interests) is detailed, referencing both current Australian police investigations and previous cases.

  “If antisemitism was so prevalent, you wouldn’t have to create events to claim they’re antisemitic.” — Col. Towner Watkins (15:03)

• Jamie McIntyre asserts that many previous high-profile attacks and bombings have been similarly misattributed or orchestrated.

5. Criticism of Mainstream and Corporate Media

(20:13–22:12, throughout)

• In-depth critique of Western mainstream media as fundamentally compromised:

  “A large percentage of the media are assets on behalf of intelligence agencies... documented in the 1970s. ABC at one point was basically owned by a CIA front.” — Col. Towner Watkins (20:23)

• The hosts and guests stress the necessity of independent media and citizen journalism to cut through state-sponsored disinformation.

6. Antisemitism, Narrative Exploitation, and Public Divide

(13:13–16:31, 40:17–41:21, 45:52–47:21)

• Discussion about how real tragedies are used to stoke group conflict and fear for political objectives (Jews vs. Muslims/Christians, etc.).
• Increased skepticism of “antisemitism” data and government definitions is encouraged, as such incidents are often referenced to justify legislation or further crackdowns on free speech.
• Emotional manipulation in media coverage—such as focusing on fabricated details about victims—serves to heighten public outrage and support for reactionary policies.

7. The Role of Social Media and Public Awareness

(22:56–25:04, 50:06–50:33)

• Social media, notably X (formerly Twitter), allows for real-time debunking which makes traditional narrative control more difficult:

  “In the past they could get away with these narratives for 30 years. They can’t do that anymore. You have people in real time breaking down the video.” — Col. Towner Watkins (22:56)

• Citizen journalism and independent outlets are hailed as vital for exposing inconsistencies and government/media manipulation.

8. Guest Experts’ Analysis:

a. Jamie McIntyre (Australian National Review Chief Editor)

(34:10–49:26)

• Calls the Bondi attack a “predictable” formula for false flags, paralleling earlier mass casualty events in Australia (Port Arthur massacre, Bali bombing).
• Claims the same intelligence operatives reappear in various atrocities, always followed by quick narratives blaming Muslims and boosting Israel’s victimhood.
• Warns of increased crackdowns and suggests the public must “dig” for the truth and reject mainstream propaganda.

b. Kevin Shipp (Former CIA)

(55:19–68:42)

• Describes, from inside experience, how agencies select and “program” their “boogeymen” and develop media-ready, lone-actor stories to forestall investigation into wider networks.
• Asserts that psychological manipulation and disinformation campaigns are routine, with mainstream media as active partners (Operation Mockingbird referenced).

  “It’s a whole program…to propagandize and influence the U.S. news media.” — Kevin Shipp (66:26)

• Argues Mossad and CIA work in tandem, and that Mossad involvement in Australia is an overstep which should raise public alarm.

9. Broader Cultural and Political Reactions

(73:31–83:39)

• The murder of Rob Reiner is discussed as a flashpoint for toxic political discourse, with President Trump’s and others’ responses used as an example of how violence is politicized by both right and left.
• The show calls out hypocrisy and urges consistency in defending free speech, regardless of which “side” the target is on.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Narrative Contradictions:

  “They’re saying it was isis, which is the enemy of Iran, but Iran did it. So we need to bomb Iran and Australia. It’s their own fault because they validated [a] Palestinian state. I really don’t get it.” — Natali (02:16)

• On Mossad’s Role:

  “To deploy a narrative that exactly corresponds to the worldwide deployment of antisemitic teams... Expect more.” — Col. Towner Watkins (03:53)

• On Manufactured Antisemitism:

  “When you have to actually create antisemitic events, you don’t actually have antisemitism.” — Col. Towner Watkins (15:03)

• On Stand Down Orders:

  “To me, that’s a clear indication that there’s planning ahead of time there... You have those in school shootings as well... where everybody just kind of stands around and lets the massacre happen.” — Col. Towner Watkins (11:18)

• On Media Manipulation:

  “Mainstream media are assets... ABC was owned by a front of the CIA.” — Col. Towner Watkins (20:23)

• On Public Awakening:

  "The number of people that are listening and seeing through it has flipped." — Chat Participant (50:06)

• On Psychological Operations:

  “The CIA’s control of our elected government... And so they get away with these things. And they have programs, very intricate programs on how to control people's thinking” — Kevin Shipp (66:26)

• On Critical Thinking:

  “They don’t teach this in high schools, universities anymore. Most people don’t practice critical thinking. And that’s what we need.” — Kevin Shipp (65:19)

• On Memetic Labels:

  “How long until people are, like, putting out T-shirts that just say ‘anti-Semite’ on it? Like, let’s just all put it on our shirts and say, you know what? Okay, you win, we’re anti-Semites.” — Chat Participant (30:44)

Important Segment Timestamps

| Topic | Speakers | Timestamp | |-----------------------------------------------------|--------------------------|-------------| | Bondi attack intro; initial narrative & Mossad | Clayton, Natali | 01:22-05:14 | | Colonel Watkins on false flags, media, Mossad | Col. Towner Watkins | 05:14-24:11 | | Media as intelligence asset, Operation Mockingbird | Col. Towner Watkins | 20:13-22:37 | | Social media’s effect on narrative control | All | 22:56-25:04 | | Jamie McIntyre analyzes attack formula, media | Jamie McIntyre | 34:10-49:26 | | Kevin Shipp details CIA/Mossad false flag method | Kevin Shipp | 55:19-68:42 | | Police inaction (Bondi, past attacks) | All | 10:38-11:43, 38:18-39:32 | | Emotional manipulation by media | Jamie McIntyre, Natali | 45:52-47:21 | | Political reaction to Rob Reiner’s murder | Clayton, Natali, others | 73:31-83:39 |

Tone & Language

The discussion is passionate and skeptical, frequently combative toward mainstream narratives but rigorous about presenting alternate perspectives and tightly sourced skepticism. The hosts and guests use direct, sometimes irreverent language (“BS,” “clowns,” etc.) and regularly stress their commitment to exposing propaganda and defending free speech—even for opinions with which they disagree.

Conclusion

The episode argues that the Bondi Beach attack shows hallmarks of intelligence-backed narrative manipulation, consistent with tactics historically documented in false flag operations. The abrupt Mossad presence, confused and contradictory official stories, discussion of “paid actors,” and delayed police response are portrayed as evidence that the event served political objectives beyond the surface narrative. The importance of citizen journalism, skepticism toward mainstream reporting, and commitment to principles of free speech and critical analysis are core closing themes.

For further independent analysis, listeners are encouraged to:

• Follow Colonel Towner Watkins and Jamie McIntyre on social media for real-time debunking.
• Consult Kevin Shipp’s book Twilight of the Shadow Government for deeper insight.
• Remain vigilant of media narratives, demand evidence, and uphold critical thinking norms.