# Ep4119_BardsFM Morning - China and The Sword of Damocles

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Published: 2026-05-18T16:30:04+00:00
Episode link: https://www.bards.fm/e/ep4119_bardsfm-morning-china-and-the-sword-of-damocles/
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Duration seconds: 4077

## Resource

Trump's visit to China lasted two days. Nothing concrete came of it. What is becoming increasingly clear is that China held the winning hand. Controlling over 85% of the rare earth minerals needed for our 21st century techno military, China dictates the terms. So it comes as no surprise that in spite of the rhetoric, the sanctions on oil with Iran are apparently being suspended following Trump's visit. Trump sat in the Emperor's throne and was reminded of the sword hanging over his head held by a single strand of horse hair... the parable of The Sword of Damocles. #BardsFM_Morning#China#TheSwordOfDamocles Bards Nation Health Store: www.bardsnationhealth.com MYPillow promo code: BARDS >> Go to https://www.mypillow.com/bards and use the promo code BARDS or... Call 1-800-975-2939. EMPShield protect your vehicles and home. Promo code BARDS: Click here Treadlite Broadforks...best garden tool EVER. Promo code BARDS26: TreadliteBroadforks.com EnviroKlenz Air Purification, promo code BARDS to save 10%: www.enviroklenz.com Morning Intro Music Provided by Brian Kahanek: www.briankahanek.com Founders Bible 20% discount code: BARDS >>> TheFoundersBible.com Windblown Media 20% Discount with promo code BARDS: windblownmedia.com White Oak Pastures Grassfed Meats, Get $20 off any order $150 or more. Promo Code BARDS: www.whiteoakpastures.com/BARDS Mission Darkness Faraday Bags and RF Shielding. Promo code BARDS: Click here If you wish to support this podcast directly you can donate here...DONATE: Click hereMailing Address:Xpedition Cafe, LLCAttn. Scott Kesterson591 E Central Ave, #740Sutherlin, OR 97479

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