A conversation recorded on the 8th won't be leaked on the 8th...this isn't the case where in the CNN tapes they just got a Zoom link. From my understanding an insider recorded it and sent them over security the file. That person needed to research where to leak it to, how to send it over, go through the mental side of losing their job, etc.

Doesn't seem out of the realm of possibility that those in government knowing the logical events happening would be able to predict the date.

Also the source have easily asked for a specific date (or Veritas being told to release on a certain date by a government source they have). Perhaps in cahoots with the government.

For the 'cogs in the wheel' piece: Doesn't require many people involved. Just the upper echelon of the military, Trump, SoS, Comms manager, and maybe 1-3 more in his admin.

Lets not go crazy and start putting this Q in the box of religion. Makes a lot more sense that the admin is just trying to validate their plan with individuals outside of government covertly, as if the government does go to military control they need civilians to not freak the fuck out.