Timcast IRL · January 20, 2021 · 2h 0m
Timcast IRL #206 - National Guard Failing Loyalty Tests, Get PULLED From DC Duty w/ Steve Rene of Fortitude Ranch
Featuring: Steve Rene of Fortitude Ranch
Episode Recap
Timcast IRL episode 206, recorded on January 20, 2021, the day before Joe Biden's inauguration, featured Tim Pool and co-host Ian Crossland discussing the unprecedented security presence in Washington D.C. with 25,000 National Guard troops deployed. The conversation centered on reports that 12 National Guard members had been removed from duty following vetting processes, with allegations they had been retweeting content or associating with organizations like the NRA. Tim expressed skepticism about claims of imminent violence, predicting Biden would simply take office and issue executive orders. The show also featured an extensive interview with Steve Rene, COO of Fortitude Ranch, a recreational and survivalist community with facilities in Colorado, West Virginia, and Nevada. Rene discussed his background in Army intelligence and nuclear operations, and explained how Fortitude Ranch provides members with hardened shelters and preparedness resources for various scenarios including natural disasters, civil unrest, and nuclear events. The discussion briefly touched on asteroid impact theories and CIA-released UFO documents as examples of the more unconventional topics covered on the show.
TL;DR
- →25,000 National Guard troops deployed to D.C. for inauguration with 12 members removed following loyalty vetting
- →Tim Pool predicted Biden inauguration would proceed without major incident despite concerns about right-wing militia activity
- →Steve Rene explained Fortitude Ranch as a survivalist recreation facility with hardened shelters for members
- →Discussion covered Joe Biden's planned executive order reversals and potential political backlash
- →Guest highlighted concerns about vetting processes targeting soldiers' social media and associations
- →Conversation included brief mention of CIA UFO document releases and asteroid impact theories
Key Moments
- 0:00Opening and Inauguration ContextTim introduced the day's significance with Biden inauguration approaching and massive National Guard deployment to D.C.
- 30:00National Guard Loyalty TestsDetailed discussion of 12 Guard members removed for social media posts and NRA associations
- 60:00Fortitude Ranch IntroductionSteve Rene introduced himself and explained Fortitude Ranch operations
- 90:00Guest Interview Deep DiveRene discussed his Army intelligence background and ranch survival facilities
- 120:00Closing TopicsBrief mentions of asteroid impacts, UFO documents, and preparedness planning
Notable Quotes
“Tomorrow's a big day. Joe Biden and Kamala Harris will be inaugurated. They will become president and vice president. Donald Trump will leave. And for some reason, no one's allowed to be there. There's 25,000 National Guard occupying D.C.”
— Tim Pool · opening segment on inauguration day
“I think there's still the risk of serious escalation because Joe Biden's going to be doing hard reversals on tons of Trump's executive orders, which is a 180 degree turn, which means that's a hard swing in the direction, which is going to freak people out.”
— Tim Pool · political analysis of potential backlash
“We are a recreational slash survivalist community. We started in Colorado over seven years ago. The founder, Dr. Drew Miller, began the first ranch, then he bought the property out in West Virginia. And then once that got to the point of being up and running, then he hired me.”
— Steve Rene of Fortitude Ranch · guest introduction and ranch background
“The big news came I think it was October you guys activated ahead of the election and that kind of got people worried I know we talked about it quite a bit that you were basically telling people come on down to the ranch in case there's you know mass unrest or some kind of catastrophe.”
— Tim Pool · preparedness discussions ahead of election
“Thank you so much for having me on. And you brought up a very good, important point. If you're bugging out, you don't want to tell the world that you're bugging out.”
— Ian Crossland · co-host commentary on operational security
About the Guests
Steve Rene is the Chief Operating Officer and operations manager of Fortitude Ranch, a recreational and survivalist community with facilities in Colorado, West Virginia, and Nevada. He previously served five years in the Army in nuclear operations and five years in military intelligence.