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Chuck Holton is an American war correspondent, published author, and motivational speaker.
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Six Unlikely Books to Help You Be A Better Man

Five years from now, the person you will become depends on the people you meet and the books you read.

According to the Pew Research center, more than a third of young men have not read any book, in whole or in part, via any medium (electronic, audio or paper) in the past year.

The average book takes about 5 hours to read. To read one book a month, that means you’d have to devote only ten minutes each day to reading. Or multitask by listening to audiobooks in the shower or on the way to work. We aren’t talking home dentistry here, people.

I like to think I’m getting a little bit better as a human being every year I walk this earth. As I think about the influences that have shaped me in the past, I’m drawn to a collection of books that don’t exactly fall into the category of self-help, but they changed me just the same. I am a better man today because of the books on this list, and if you want to be better too, I highly recommend them.

I am not including the Bible in this list because it does not fit the title of this article. But it goes without saying that if you want to be a better person at the end of the year than you were at the beginning, read the Bible every day. It’s a living, breathing document, and as such is the only book ever produced that you can never truly finish reading. It speaks to me, whatever my situation, every time I pick it up.

The following books made me a better man as well, sometimes to my complete surprise.

Atlas Shrugged, by Ayn Rand — This massive 800-page tome was an accomplishment just to finish. And while I don’t subscribe to all of Rand’s objectivist philosophy, there are some real nuggets in this book that have stuck with me. Her voluminous thoughts on the meaning of life, the role of politics, the duty of man and the nobility of work have strongly impacted me since I read it almost 20 years ago.

A Helmet For My Pillow by Robert Leckie — War matures a man. The real-life combat I’ve faced has undoubtedly shaped me, but it’s a crucible I cannot recommend. But with this book, Leckie pulls the reader so deeply into the realities of war that I believe you will come out of it a more seasoned, mature person, wiser to the fact that evil does exist in this world. You’ll be more aware of the incredible bubble in which most Americans exist. Add to that the fact that the book contains some of the most eloquent and well-written prose I’ve ever laid eyes on, and you’ll wish Leckie had done much more writing in his lifetime.

The Long Walk by Slavomir Rawicz — If you ever thought you had a difficult life, after reading this book you will be ashamed you ever thought you had something to complain about. Not only is this one of the most epic adventure stories I’ve ever picked up, but it also taught me something about the power of the human will to keep pushing, and the incredible ability of the human body to withstand the most grueling conditions imaginable. It is a book that sticks with me, one I think about often whenever life gets difficult.

Don’t Waste Your Life by John Piper — This is the only overt self-help book on the list, but it packs such a powerful punch I had to include it. Piper’s theme that a man should never actually retire — that if I woke up this morning then I have something important to accomplish — has truly shaped the man who I am today. His chapter about “entertaining ourselves to death” was a major catalyst in my giving up television and other passive activity and those decisions have made my life a thousand times better.

Dominion by Randy Alcorn — All of Randy Alcorn’s writing is powerful, but this second of his Ollie Chandler novels had a profound impact on how I understand race relations in the United States. After finishing the book I would never be able to look at a black man the same way for the rest of my life. Alcorn is so skillful at describing black culture and experience that many people simply can’t believe he is white. Through reading this book I gained a much deeper understanding of the importance of research and accuracy in my writing as well.

Mover of Men and Mountains by R.G. LeTourneau — This autobiography of the man who invented most of the machines that made America what it is today is one of the most compelling books I’ve ever read. There is a reason it’s been around for decades. LeTourneau failed over and over again, starting his last business after the age of 40. He started it on his knees, promising God to give not ten percent, but 90 percent of his earnings away. He kept that promise and still died a billionaire. This is an incredible story of grit, hard work, and hustle that every young man should read.

I think every book is a classic in one sense or another. Unfortunately, so few young people read at all anymore. But this presents an opportunity for the guy who wants to outperform his peers. Reading a book a month will put you so far ahead of your competition you will likely never want for a way to put a roof over your head or provide for your family. Couched in those terms, ten minutes a day seems like a pretty high-yield investment.

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Episode 622 - Field Producer Dennis Azato and Chuck Reminisce

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Deafening Silence: Over thirty nations once condemned Israel for alleged strikes on hospitals, calling for investigations and labeling the actions potential crimes against humanity.

Today, that same outcry is notably absent after an Iranian missile struck Soroka Hospital wounding patients, medical personnel, and children at the heart of the facility.

Countries such as Russia, Turkey, and China, along with the United Nations and major human rights organizations, were previously vocal in their criticism. Now, there are no statements, no emergency sessions, no international response.

This is not merely a missed news story - it reflects a glaring double standard.

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Margahovit, Armenia

I went out scouting for a new documentary today. This place is spectacular.

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You Are the Target: How Foreign Powers Are Weaponizing Influence to Destroy the MAGA Movement

Today I want to expose something most Americans don’t even realize: You—especially if you’re a Christian conservative or part of the MAGA movement—are under attack. Not just by political opponents at home, but by foreign powers around the globe.

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First, the War You Know…

Yes, the Israel-Iran conflict is still heating up. Today, Iran struck a kindergarten in Be’er Sheva—adding to the long list of civilian targets after yesterday’s hospital strike. President Trump surprised everyone by saying he’s giving Iran “two weeks” to come back to the negotiating table.

But here’s the deal—he could still strike this weekend. I wouldn’t be surprised if the “two weeks” is a strategic head-fake.

Still, the memes are already out there: “Trump: Two Weeks” vs. “Trump: Too Weak.” That’s what happens when leadership hesitates. Whether or not you think we should get involved, there’s no question that inaction comes with its own risks.

But that’s not the main story today.

 

 


Now, the War You Don’t See…

Foreign governments are targeting you. Yes, you. The MAGA voter. The Christian mom. The military vet. The trucker. The homesteader. The man who still believes in truth, strength, and freedom.

And they’re doing it by weaponizing money, media, and manipulation.


Exhibit A: Qatar

  • In 2025, Qatar hired a D.C. PR firm called Lumen8 Advisors. They paid them $180,000 per month to polish their image in American media.

  • One of their objectives? Set up an interview between Tucker Carlson and Qatar’s prime minister.

  • After the interview, Tucker’s rhetoric on Iran—and Israel—started to shift. Coincidence?

  • There’s no confirmed payoff, but the optics are terrible.

  • Meanwhile, Al Jazeera (Qatar’s state-run media) floods Western media with polished content—while its Arabic version openly supports jihadist groups.

Qatar is funneling billions into U.S. universities, conservative outlets, and think tanks. And it’s not just America. QatarGate is unfolding in Israel, with two Netanyahu aides arrested for taking money from Qatar-linked operatives.


Exhibit B: Russia & Iran

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Title: Iran's Missing Uranium and the Coming Storm: Are We Days Away from War?

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Coming to you today from Vanadzor, Armenia—right in the heart of the Caucasus—where I'm tracking what might be the biggest flashpoint the Middle East has seen in decades. And yes, it’s escalating fast.

So let me ask you this: what if I told you that Iran’s enriched uranium—over 400kg of near-weapons-grade stuff—is missing, and no one knows where it is? Not the IAEA. Not the inspectors. Not even the satellite guys. The storage facility might’ve been bombed. It might’ve been moved. It might’ve been smuggled out. And if the rumors are true, China may be involved.

Meanwhile, Israel just took out a top IRGC general in a secret compound near Tehran. This wasn’t some random strike. It was a precision operation after extensive surveillance—likely another Mossad masterpiece. And the U.S.? Trump has privately green-lit a Pentagon plan to strike Iran, should the need arise. Word is, he's just waiting for the final go. The British are already moving pieces on the board, too.

This is no longer just a war between Israel and Iran. It’s becoming a regional—and potentially global—conflict.

 

 


What Just Happened?

  • Iran fired 30–40 ballistic missiles into Israel this morning.

  • One missile struck the Saroka Hospital in Be’er Sheva. Miraculously, nobody died—because that wing had been evacuated just hours earlier.

  • 137 wounded. Civilian targets. Medical facilities. This is deliberate, folks.

  • Israel’s response? Massive. Dozens of high-value Iranian military sites were bombed overnight. Over 100 munitions dropped.

  • And yes, the IDF says they’ve destroyed two-thirds of Iran’s launchers.

     

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Rockets vs. Missiles:
Why the Difference Matters in the Iran-Israel Conflict

As the war between Israel and Iran intensifies, many are asking a pointed question:

Why are more Iranian weapons making it through Israel’s sophisticated air defense systems than in past conflicts with Hamas or Hezbollah?

The answer lies in a critical distinction—one that’s often overlooked in media coverage: the difference between rockets and missiles.

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