Podcasts about American decline

 Why are international student numbers falling at Texas universities? Recent visa and immigration policy changes are making it harder for students abroad to secure approval, contributing to a 17% nationwide decline in new international enrollments. Colleges warn the drop could affect diversity, tuition revenue, and key academic programs. (Source: Axios)

Join me for a high-stakes, one-on-one discussion with Dr. Richard Haass, President Emeritus of the Council on Foreign Relations and a leading voice on MSNBC's Morning Joe, as we break down the world's most urgent flashpoints.

America was a place of untold wealth in the post-war period. But today, many small towns are faltering and facing financial collapse. In this podcast, Strong Towns founder and president Chuck Marohn sits down with Marc Barnes and Jacob Hyman to discuss how this collapse came about, and how to rebuild the small town.

Send us a textThe FBI is shifting focus toward charging juveniles—especially poor and minority kids—with federal crimes that can ruin their future. At the same time, America glamorizes crime for entertainment while criminalizing poverty.In this episode of the Concrete Genius Podcast, Sauce Mackenzie breaks down:Why federal juvenile charges are a trap for Black youthHow the system profits off our pain and cultureThe hypocrisy of celebrating outsiders who cosplay Black culture while Black women are punished for lessWhy foreign influence in American politics has twisted our focus away from protecting our communitiesWhy it's time for Black people to unite with self-respect, discipline, and compassionThis is more than commentary—it's a call for accountability, unity, and protection of our kids.

Subscribe now to skip the ads and get much more content! Danny and Derek welcome actor Morgan Spector (The Gilded Age, The Plot Against America) to the show for a conversation on politics, Hollywood, and capitalism. They trace his political development from the Iraq War and Obama era to Bernie Sanders and democratic socialism, discuss his documentary The Big Scary “S” Word, and reflect on how Hollywood politics skew liberal but not radical (particularly when it comes to Palestine). They also explore Spector's role as a Gilded Age robber baron, how today's tech oligarchs compare with the 19th century's builders, and the need for a new political vision in the age of financialization, AI, and the climate crisis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Danny and Derek welcome actor Morgan Spector (The Gilded Age, The Plot Against America) to the show for a conversation on politics, Hollywood, and capitalism. They trace his political development from the Iraq War and Obama era to Bernie Sanders and democratic socialism, discuss his documentary The Big Scary “S” Word, and reflect on how Hollywood politics skew liberal but not radical (particularly when it comes to Palestine). They also explore Spector's role as a Gilded Age robber baron, how today's tech oligarchs compare with the 19th century's builders, and the need for a new political vision in the age of financialization, AI, and the climate crisis.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode of Uncommon Sense with Ginny Robinson, we discuss the uncomfortable truths the mainstream won't touch. Why has President Trump failed to release the Epstein list, and what does that mean for accountability for the Deep State? How will mass immigration and the flood of H-1B visas reshape America's workforce, wages, and even our culture? And what about the wild rumors circulating online that President Trump has died? (Spoiler: He hasn't.)--https://bakerbookhouse.com/featured/the-brand-sunday

Today's episode of Uncommon Sense with Ginny Robinson is a carefully crafted full-on rant about two awful cultural failures, Donald Trump and Taylor Swift. Both, in their own ways, are failing the next generation and pushing the normalization of pedophilia. Trump refuses to release the Epstein list or hold powerful pedophiles accountable. Meanwhile, Taylor Swift flaunts her naked body on her album cover marketed to an audience that includes young girls who are already being tempted by a society pushing them toward OnlyFans. Feminism has clearly failed. We need to bring back the biblical patriarchy, AKA Christianity.At some point, we have to stop asking why is all of this happening and start living biblically individually, in our families, and as a society. For the sake of our own wellbeing and (far more importantly) the protection of our children. If we can't even agree to safeguard their innocence, what are we doing? Why aren't we protecting the children?--https://bakerbookhouse.com/featured/the-brand-sunday

Today, we're taking a look at the unraveling mayhem situation in California, where Governor Gavin Newsom's failure to lead has allowed chaos to run absolutely wild. Violent riots involving illegal immigrants (most of whom are military-aged men) are breaking out across the state. These individuals are not assimilating, they are disrupting, demanding, and waving foreign flags while burning ours on American soil. As California spirals, it's no surprise that federal intervention has become necessary. President Trump has stepped in where state "leadership" would not. This really isn't about politics, it's about preserving order, protecting citizens, and upholding the rule of law. We are a people who serve a God of justice, not disorder. What's happening is not compassionate, it's destabilizing. California deserves better, and America must wake up before this becomes the norm nationwide. God forbid. Let's talk about what's really going on in California and why prayer, truth, and resolve are crucial right now.--https://www.thebrandsunday.com/products/the-bible-study-physical?srsltid=AfmBOoqJuDPZk6H7VWSxgepSo3RWAJCtIGO9wrHmULH1iMgxSzkJ791_--Order CULTure: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/SLYWFXAB6479S

Ever since its founding in the 18th century, the rhetoric of the decline of the United States has been prevalent in the culture. From the skepticism of Founding Fathers to the Civil War, Second World War and many post-war inter and outer challenges, the US at the moment still stands at the top of the global order. We discussed what the future might hold for the Land of the Free, how US politics influences every corner of the world, legacy of Pax Americana and similar. Enjoy!

Workers in DC stand up for their rights and take to the streets on May Day. And, for some, the issue is not Trump's first 100 Days but, rather, the American empire, built on genocide, entering its decline. We speak to political analyst Tom Porter. Plus headlines on Columbia student Mohsen Mahdawi released. Hundreds of thousands rallied around the world on Wednesday April 30th in support of Burkina Faso's interim president Ibrahim Traore, who recently survived a coup attempt. And it appears that the District of Columbia cannot rely on the House of Representatives to correct what was assumed to be a mistake that has resulted in a $1.1 billion hole in the district's budget, and looming deep cuts in vital public services.  The show is made possible only by our volunteer energy, our resolve to keep the people's voices on the air, and by support from our listeners. In this new era of fake corporate news, we have to be and support our own media! Please click here or click on the Support-Donate tab on this website to subscribe for as little as $3 a month. We are so grateful for this small but growing amount of monthly crowdsource funding on Patreon. PATREON NOW HAS A ONE-TIME, ANNUAL DONATION FUNCTION! You can also give a one-time or recurring donation on PayPal. Thank you! “On the Ground: Voices of Resistance from the Nation's Capital” gives a voice to the voiceless 99 percent at the heart of American empire. The award-winning, weekly hour, produced and hosted by Esther Iverem, covers social justice activism about local, national and international issues, with a special emphasis on militarization and war, the police state, the corporate state, environmental justice and the left edge of culture and media. The show is heard on three dozen stations across the United States, on podcast, and is archived on the world wide web at https://onthegroundshow.org/  Please support us on Patreon or Paypal. Links for all ways to support are on our website or at Esther Iverem's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/esther_iverem

Support The Glenn Show at https://glennloury.substack.com Pre-order Glenn’s forthcoming book, SELF-CENSORSHIP. Available here or wherever you get your books: https://www.politybooks.com/bookdetail?book_slug=self-censorship–9781509567409 Video Links 0:00 Intro 1:10 Glenn meets the young Marx 2:32 The new wokeness of the political right 8:30 What is the democratic counterpart of foreign policy and national security run by experts? 17:04 Russia's […]

Ivan Krastev is the chairman of the Centre for Liberal Strategies and Albert Hirschman Permanent Fellow at the Institute for Human Sciences, IWM Vienna. His books include Is it Tomorrow, Yet? After Europe, and The Light that Failed: A Reckoning, which was co-authored by Stephen Holmes. In this week's conversation, Yascha Mounk and Ivan Krastev explore how Donald Trump is—and isn't—similar to Mikhail Gorbachev, the impact of the Trump revolution, and whether we've finally reached the end of history. If you have not yet signed up for our podcast, please do so now by following this link on your phone. Email: goodfightpod@gmail.com Podcast production by Mickey Freeland and Leonora Barclay. Connect with us! Spotify | Apple | Google X: @Yascha_Mounk & @JoinPersuasion YouTube: Yascha Mounk, Persuasion LinkedIn: Persuasion Community Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this powerful and wide-ranging conversation, Margaret Kimberley—senior columnist at Black Agenda Report and a leader in Black Alliance for Peace—joins Breht to dissect the spectacle of American decline and, as usual, Kimberley offers a razor-sharp analysis of late-stage capitalism's collapse into cruelty, chaos, and confusion. Together, they explore the Democratic Party's complicity in ushering in this moment, U.S. weapons transfers to Ukraine in support of their proxy war against Russia, and the genocidal assault on Gaza as a revealing - if disturbing - lens into the true nature of the American empire. Kimberley also shares firsthand insights from delegations to Nicaragua, Venezuela, and China, illuminating how the Global South is resisting U.S. domination and reshaping global power. For those feeling the weight of worsening economic conditions, rising fascism, and political demobilization, Kimberley offers hard-won wisdom about organizing in the belly of the beast. We close with discussion about where real hope can still be found. Check out Black Agenda Report Black Agenda Radio -------------------------------------------------------- Follow, Subscribe, & Learn more about Red Menace & Rev Left Radio HERE Outro Beat Prod. by flip da hood

Show notes / PDF & Infographic / Free Audiobook / What if I told you that America is showing the exact same warning signs as every fallen empire in history? The U.S. is now 247 years old... and according to billionaire Ray Dalio's research, empires collapse after about 250 years. This isn't a conspiracy theory - it's a pattern that's repeated for centuries. In this 15-minute StoryShots audiobook summary, you'll discover why high debt, money printing, and political division aren't random problems... they're predictable stages of decline that have happened to EVERY major power before us. But here's the good news: once you understand the pattern, you can prepare. Listen to find out how... Ray Dalio's book 'Principles for Dealing with the Changing World Order' explores how nations rise and fall through predictable historical cycles. By studying 500 years of global economic history, Dalio reveals a 'Big Cycle' where empires typically emerge, build strong systems, become powerful, and then decline over approximately 250 years. This pattern is characterized by specific stages, including building robust education and technology systems, becoming financially successful, achieving military strength, and eventually facing challenges like excessive debt, wealth inequality, and political division. The book identifies three primary forces driving these historical changes: the debt and money cycle, internal disorder, and external disorder. Dalio analyzes how countries like the United States and China fit into these patterns, highlighting eight key factors that determine a nation's power, including education, competitiveness, innovation, economic output, trade, military strength, financial systems, and reserve currency status. He specifically examines the United States' current position, noting warning signs of potential decline such as high government debt, wealth inequality, political polarization, and infrastructure decay. While the book presents a potentially concerning narrative about global power transitions, it also offers practical advice for individuals, investors, and policymakers. Dalio recommends developing adaptable skills, diversifying investments across countries, learning from historical patterns, and preparing for potential economic shifts. The core message is not one of inevitable doom, but of understanding historical cycles to navigate change more effectively. By studying these patterns, individuals and societies can better position themselves to thrive during significant global transformations. Google, Apple, Facebook, Ray Dalio, Time Magazine, Hyundai, Harvard Business School, Samsung, Bridgewater Associates, Niall Ferguson, Principles for dealing with the changing World order, StoryShots, Life and Work, Empires, economics, China, United States, History, Empires, Economics, History, China, Geopolitics, Investment History follows predictable 'Big Cycles' where empires rise and fall approximately every 250 years, characterized by clear stages of emergence, success, and decline Three major interconnected cycles drive global power shifts: debt/money cycles, internal social disorder, and external geopolitical competition The United States shows multiple signs of potential imperial decline, including massive government debt, wealth inequality, political polarization, and declining infrastructure (00:00) Introduction: America's Warning Signs (00:58) Understanding Historical Patterns (02:30) About Ray Dalio (04:18) The Big Cycle of History (05:50) The Rise and Fall of Empires (07:04) Three Main Forces of Change (10:33) Eight Key Factors of National Power (14:22) The Privilege of Reserve Currency Status (16:12) Signs of American Decline (17:57) China's Remarkable Rise (19:57) Internal Problems Leading to External Conflicts (21:38) Preparing for the Changing World Order (23:20) Final Summary and Reflections (26:26) Criticism and Praise of the Book (27:45) Recommended Reads Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jack Zwart, known as Rust Belt Kid, is a regenerative farmer with deep roots in the industrial heartland. We talked about his journey returning to farming, the intersection of manufacturing and agriculture, and his passion for regenerative practices. It was inspiring to discuss how personal and regional histories shape our relationship with farming and the land.Rust Belt Kid on X 

Today I'm joined by Teddy Pierce, author of Dethrone Davos: Save America, to discuss the shocking waste, fraud, and abuse that the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has been uncovering. From reckless spending to blatant money laundering, we're breaking down how our government has been misusing our hard-earned tax dollars—and why this corruption must be stopped. Transparency and accountability aren't just buzzwords; they're essential for restoring actual integrity to our system. Tune in as we expose what's really going on behind the scenes and why this fight matters for all of us.—Buy Teddy's book, Dethrone Davos: https://www.amazon.com/Dethrone-Davos-America-Theodore-Pierce-ebook/dp/B0D5NKGGNC—https://www.thebrandsunday.com/collections/all

Eliot and Eric welcome Michael Beckley, Associate Professor of Political Science at Tufts University, non-resident fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, and author of Unrivalled: Why America Will Remain the World's Sole Superpower, and co-author, with Hal Brands of Danger Zone. They discuss his article in the current issue of Foreign Affairs, "The Strange Triumph of a Broken America." They discuss the paradox of American power: Americans always think their country is in decline even when it is going from strength to strength economically and remains the most powerful and dynamic economy in the world. Michael recounts the many metrics that show that the American economy has vastly outstripped not only its autocratic rivals but its allies and the countries of the global south. They discuss the historical tradition of declinism in America and why it finds a ready audience. They also discuss America's great strengths --its geographical position, its relatively healthy demographics and its decentralized political institutions which have allowed the country to be a resilient source of innovation and dynamic economic growth. They also touch on how these strengths have also been, in a sense, liabilities. How they can lead to domestic political and social fragmentation as well as chronic strategic insolvency. They consider the danger of declining powers and how Russia and China fit into that framework, as well as relative versus absolute decline, what social psychology tells us about the propensity for risk taking when it comes to either holding onto what one currently has as opposed to seeking speculative gains as well as the degree of damage that the Trump Administration can do to the nation's traditional comparative advantages. Michael Beckley's Latest in Foreign Affairs: https://www.foreignaffairs.com/united-states/strange-triumph-broken-america-michael-beckley Unrivaled: Why America Will Remain the World's Sole Superpower: https://a.co/d/5bpnkN5 Understanding America's Contested Primacy: https://csbaonline.org/uploads/documents/2010.10.21-Understanding-Americas-Contested-Supremacy.pdf Shield of the Republic is a Bulwark podcast co-sponsored by the Miller Center of Public Affairs at the University of Virginia

Send us a texttitle says it all. In the 1970s it seemed like the United States was on the decline, but the story wasn't over. Support the show

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We discuss hurricane conspiracies, Harris' “decency coalition” and the threat of post-election violence. On this episode of After America, award-winning author, journalist and screenwriter Richard Cooke joins Dr Emma Shortis to discuss the state of this extremely close campaign. This discussion was recorded on Monday 14 October 2024 and things may have changed since recording. australiainstitute.org.au // @theausinstitute Guest: Richard Cooke, author, journalist and Contributing Editor for The Monthly // @rgcooke Host: Emma Shortis, Senior Research for International & Security Affairs, the Australia Institute // @EmmaShortis Show notes: Tired of Winning: A Chronicle of American Decline by Richard Cooke (March 2019) ‘Dark Star: Elon Musk's Political Turning' by Richard Cooke, The Jewish Quarterly (February 2024) Theme music: Blue Dot Sessions We'd love to hear your feedback on this series, so send in your questions, comments or suggestions for future episodes to podcasts@australiainstitute.org.au.Support After America: https://nb.australiainstitute.org.au/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dive into John Oliver's uproarious exploration of "The Decline of The American Empire," where he deftly combines his sharp wit with astute observations on America's current predicaments. From the staggering unemployment rates and national debt to the absurdities of American exceptionalism and television, Oliver takes us on a comedic journey through the symptoms of a superpower in decline. His take on America's "halftime speeches" and the unique, unyielding American spirit that refuses to acknowledge facts in favor of belief is both hilariously poignant and thought-provoking. Through tales of library exclamation marks in Boise, Idaho, and the jaw-dropping audacity of game shows like Wipeout and Downfall, Oliver paints a picture of a nation that's as bewildering as it is endearing. Whether it's sending men to the moon for a round of lunar golf or holding the world record for the largest gathering of people dressed as gorillas, Oliver's America is a place where the ridiculous and the sublime go hand in hand. For a comedic yet insightful look into how America grapples with its fading dominance—while wearing a gorilla suit—head over to foqnfunny.com. John Oliver's brilliant satire serves as a reminder that sometimes, laughter is the best lens for examining the complexities of national identity and global stature. Love what you're hearing on FOQN Funny? Go a step further and become a member of FOQN Funny+. Enjoy exclusive perks and never-ending laughter. Join now at: https://plus.acast.com/s/foqn-funny. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Today's daily intelligence brief includes an update on the importance of the Second Amendment and how it relates to the right to defend. closer discuss the recent Announcement by Mark Houck that he intends to run for Senate. another high profile Trump supporter rated by federal agents. Mexico is cloud seeding also known as chemtrails. Wikipedia founder acknowledges that the government is in control of information. Website: www.christopherscottshow.com Show Notes: https://www.christopherscottshow.com/show-notes Subscribe: https://www.christopherscottshow.com/subscribe LEAVE A MESSAGE AND MAYBE I'LL MENTION IT ON THE SHOW! https://www.christopherscottshow.com/contact

Shadi, Christine, and Sam head to Aspen to record a live episode of the show. The crowd gets involved.The broad topic of the conversation was decline. We don't always know how to express it, but many of us feel it: There's something wrong with America today. The mood is tense. More Americans say they won't have children because of climate change and other future catastrophes. But are things really as bad as they seem? Is decline something we need to accept—or is there a case for a new optimism?You won't want to miss this one.Required Reading:* Secondhand Time: The Last of the Soviets, by Svetlana Alexievich (Amazon).* Rethinking Sex: A Provocation, by Christine Emba (Amazon).* Friendship as Sacred Knowing: Overcoming Isolation, by Samuel Kimbriel (Amazon).* “Five Ancient Secrets to Modern Happiness”, lecture by Tamar Gendler (YouTube). This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wisdomofcrowds.live/subscribe

On this Salcedo Storm Podcast:Bryan ‘Hesher' McClain, holds a Master's degree in ‘Information Technology Management,' and spent sixteen years working in the field of large-scale experiment design and analysis. For a decade he's been focused on podcasting with an emphasis on media analysis, propaganda deconstruction, technocracy and cultural engineering. Bryan is a co-host on TNT Radio's State of the Nation.

I shudder when I hear from those who believe that America or Americans have not changed much over the past number of years. Somehow there is the impression that we are the same caring, hard-working, moral, and trustworthy people we have always been. The Wall Street Journal, in conjunction with the University of Chicago, conducted a recent survey, offering the following major points of reality on our changing culture over the last 25 years. As we look forward toward an uncertain future, what is more important than the treasures we desire to accumulate on this earth? If God exists, then eternity does as well. Since our lives will eventually end, what sort of people ought [we] to be (2 Pet. 3:11a)? We should not lay up for [ourselves] treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy… but treasures in Heaven… for where your treasure is, there your heart will be also (Matt. 6:19-21). 

School shootings, lack of faith in government, TikTok and more, all contributing to the American decline.

Follow Muhammad Jalal on Twitter: @jalalayn and @thinking_muslimSupport Blogging Theology on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/BloggingtheologyMy Paypal Link: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/bloggingtheology?locale.x=en_GBChapters:00:00 - Introduction00:16 - Background of the Guest: Muhammad Jalal00:54 - Today's Topic04:43 - The End of History?18:11 - Timeline of the World Politics24:22 - US Liberal Hegemony27:58 - The Liberal Moment33:22 - American Decline?38:14 - A Liberal Order43:51 - Why is the Liberal Order Declining?50:02 - Russia's War59:56 - China's Rise1:16:23 - Islamic World Order1:24:27 - Lessons for the Ummah from the Seerah1:27:05 - Closing RemarksSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/blogging-theology/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

What can a banker who built one of the biggest financial empires in the world and was a major philanthropist teach us about strategic leadership? A lot, in fact. I talk to Dan Gross, the author of a biography on Edmond J. Safra called ‘A banker's life'. It's a fascinating counter to many of the practices we hear and see – for better or worse – in modern day life. Safra was incredibly ambitious, looking to build wealth, nurture his community, and build bridges across the world. We hear about his approach to:Entrepreneurship, starting at a very young age.Developing relationships across different cultures in three continents.Putting purpose at the centre of his business and life.Working out the customers he wanted to serve, and the risks he wanted to take (or not).Work-life integration.Succession planning.Safra treated his business as a family. And led a dynamic, colourful life, professionally and personally. About Dan:Dan Gross is one of the most widely-read writers on finance, economics, and business history. Over the past three decades, he has reported from more than 30 countries, covering everything from the dotcom boom and the rise of China to the global financial crisis of 2008-2009. He worked as a reporter at The New Republic and Bloomberg News, wrote the “Economic View” column in The New York Times, and served as Slate's “Moneybox” columnist. Gross is a bestselling author of eight books, including Forbes Greatest Business Stories of All Time; Generations of Corning; Dumb Money: How America's Greatest Financial Minds Bankrupted the Nation; and Better, Stronger, Faster: The Myth of American Decline and the Rise of a New Economy.His great-grandparents immigrated to the United States from Aleppo and Damascus.Resources:Profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-gross-ba46a02/‘A banker's journey' book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Bankers-Journey-Edmond-Global-Financial/dp/1635767857My resources:Sign up to my Strategic Leader newsletter (http://bit.ly/36WRpri) for stimuli, ideas, guidance and tips on how to lead your team, organisation or self more effectively, delivered straight to your inbox:  If you're not subscribed already do subscribe to my youtube channel (http://bit.ly/3cFGk1k) where you can watch the conversation.Take the Extraordinary Essentials test (https://bit.ly/3EhSKY5) to identify your strengths and development areas.For more details about me:★Services (https://bit.ly/373jctk) to CEOs, entrepreneurs and professionals.★About me (https://bit.ly/3LFsfiO) - my background, experience and philosophy.★Examples of my writing (https://bit.ly/3O7jkc7).★Follow me and engage with me on LinkedIn (https://bit.ly/2Z2PexP)★Follow me and engage with me on Twitter (https://bit.ly/36XavNI).My equipment:★ Shure SM7B Vocal Dynamic Microphone: https://amzn.to/3AB9Xfz★ Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface : https://amzn.to/3AFeA8u★ 2M XLR Cable: https://amzn.to/3GGxkbf★ Logitech Brio Stream webcam. https://amzn.to/3EsWt6C★ Elgato Key Light: https://amzn.to/3Xhiqyh★ Elgato Light Strip: https://amzn.to/3gyZF8P★ Riverside.fm for recording podcasts. bit.ly/3AEQScl ★ Buzzsprout Podcasting Hosting gets (listing podcasts on every major podcast platform along with listening analytics. bit.ly/3EBPNTX[These are affiliate links so I receive a modest commission if you buy them.]

Mildred from Florida American decline…; Marcus from Massachusetts wonders if he is divorced, is his ex-wife still part of the order. Maze from Dayton, OH says she has not chimlee. — William from Long Island, NY answers the biblical question. He says being uncertain is better.

Hosted by Andrew Keen, Keen On features conversations with some of the world's leading thinkers and writers about the economic, political, and technological issues being discussed in the news, right now. In this episode, Andrew is joined by Daniel Gross, author of A Banker's Journey: How Edmond J. Safra Built a Global Financial Empire. Daniel Gross is one of the most widely-read writers on finance, economics, and business history. Over the past three decades, he has reported from more than thirty countries, covering everything from the dotcom boom to the global financial crisis and the Great Recession of 2008-2009. Gross worked as a reporter at The New Republic and Bloomberg News, wrote the “Economic View” column in The New York Times, and served as Slate's “Moneybox” columnist. At Newsweek, where he was a columnist and correspondent, he authored seven cover stories. He is a bestselling author of eight books, including Forbes Greatest Business Stories of All Time; Generations of Corning; Dumb Money: How America's Greatest Financial Minds Bankrupted the Nation; and Better, Stronger, Faster: The Myth of American Decline and the Rise of a New Economy. Gross was educated at Cornell University and holds an M.A. in American history from Harvard University. His great-grandparents immigrated to the United States from Aleppo and Damascus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The UK spent decades in its the post imperial phase trying to work out how it should think of itself and align itself in the world - a debate that Brexit showed is far from over. Will the US find it as hard? The debate about American decline rests on a widespread assumption in the country that global supremacy is the US's national purpose. How difficult will it be to get beyond that? Owen Bennett Jones speaks to Professor Jed Esty of the University of Pennsylvania and author of The Future of Decline: Anglo-American Culture at Its Limits (Stanford UP, 2022). Owen Bennett-Jones is a freelance journalist and writer. A former BBC correspondent and presenter he has been a resident foreign correspondent in Bucharest, Geneva, Islamabad, Hanoi and Beirut. He is recently wrote a history of the Bhutto dynasty which was published by Yale University Press. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

The UK spent decades in its the post imperial phase trying to work out how it should think of itself and align itself in the world - a debate that Brexit showed is far from over. Will the US find it as hard? The debate about American decline rests on a widespread assumption in the country that global supremacy is the US's national purpose. How difficult will it be to get beyond that? Owen Bennett Jones speaks to Professor Jed Esty of the University of Pennsylvania and author of The Future of Decline: Anglo-American Culture at Its Limits (Stanford UP, 2022). Owen Bennett-Jones is a freelance journalist and writer. A former BBC correspondent and presenter he has been a resident foreign correspondent in Bucharest, Geneva, Islamabad, Hanoi and Beirut. He is recently wrote a history of the Bhutto dynasty which was published by Yale University Press. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/world-affairs

The UK spent decades in its the post imperial phase trying to work out how it should think of itself and align itself in the world - a debate that Brexit showed is far from over. Will the US find it as hard? The debate about American decline rests on a widespread assumption in the country that global supremacy is the US's national purpose. How difficult will it be to get beyond that? Owen Bennett Jones speaks to Professor Jed Esty of the University of Pennsylvania and author of The Future of Decline: Anglo-American Culture at Its Limits (Stanford UP, 2022). Owen Bennett-Jones is a freelance journalist and writer. A former BBC correspondent and presenter he has been a resident foreign correspondent in Bucharest, Geneva, Islamabad, Hanoi and Beirut. He is recently wrote a history of the Bhutto dynasty which was published by Yale University Press. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The UK spent decades in its the post imperial phase trying to work out how it should think of itself and align itself in the world - a debate that Brexit showed is far from over. Will the US find it as hard? The debate about American decline rests on a widespread assumption in the country that global supremacy is the US's national purpose. How difficult will it be to get beyond that? Owen Bennett Jones speaks to Professor Jed Esty of the University of Pennsylvania and author of The Future of Decline: Anglo-American Culture at Its Limits (Stanford UP, 2022). Owen Bennett-Jones is a freelance journalist and writer. A former BBC correspondent and presenter he has been a resident foreign correspondent in Bucharest, Geneva, Islamabad, Hanoi and Beirut. He is recently wrote a history of the Bhutto dynasty which was published by Yale University Press. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-studies

The UK spent decades in its the post imperial phase trying to work out how it should think of itself and align itself in the world - a debate that Brexit showed is far from over. Will the US find it as hard? The debate about American decline rests on a widespread assumption in the country that global supremacy is the US's national purpose. How difficult will it be to get beyond that? Owen Bennett Jones speaks to Professor Jed Esty of the University of Pennsylvania and author of The Future of Decline: Anglo-American Culture at Its Limits (Stanford UP, 2022). Owen Bennett-Jones is a freelance journalist and writer. A former BBC correspondent and presenter he has been a resident foreign correspondent in Bucharest, Geneva, Islamabad, Hanoi and Beirut. He is recently wrote a history of the Bhutto dynasty which was published by Yale University Press. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/national-security

Subscribe to Charles' Alpha Investor newsletter today: https://pro.banyanhill.com/m/2054150 (https://pro.banyanhill.com/m/2054150) Who was Edmond J. Safra? Some know him as “the greatest banker of his generation.” He founded four massive financial institutions on three continents. That's why financial journalist and historian Daniel Gross set out to uncover the history behind this 15-year-old prodigy that built an empire based on these timeless principles: a banker must protect his depositors and avoid excessive leverage and risk. Safra posted remarkable returns in an age of busts and bailouts while rarely suffering a credit loss. This banker's journey offers enduring lessons for those seeking to make their way in the twenty-first century. He inspired generations to make the world a better place. Topics Discussed: An Introduction to Daniel Gross (00:00:00) Warren Buffett-level returns (00:10:20) How to succeed in a world of crowded trades (00:24:25) Banking in a time of no deposit insurance or bailouts (00:21:19) How the $10 billion deal at HBSC was done and protected the people (34:56) It's business AND it's personal (00:42:22) Guest Bio: Daniel Gross is one of the most widely-read writers on finance, economics, and business history. Over the past three decades, he has reported from more than thirty countries, covering everything from the dotcom boom to the global financial crisis and the Great Recession of 2008–2009.  Gross worked as a reporter at The New Republic and Bloomberg News, wrote the “Economic View” column in The New York Times, and served as Slate's “Moneybox” columnist. At Newsweek, where he was a columnist and correspondent, he authored seven cover stories. He is a bestselling author of eight books, including Forbes Greatest Business Stories of All Time; Generations of Corning; Dumb Money: How America's Greatest Financial Minds Bankrupted the Nation; and Better, Stronger, Faster: The Myth of American Decline and the Rise of a New Economy. Gross was educated at Cornell University and holds an M.A. in American history from Harvard University. His great-grandparents immigrated to the United States from Aleppo and Damascus. Resources Mentioned: https://www.amazon.com/Bankers-Journey-Edmond-Global-Financial/dp/1635767857 (A Bankers Journey: How Edmond J. Safra Built a Global Financial Empire) https://www.amazon.com/Vendetta-American-Express-Smearing-Edmond/dp/0060167599/ (Vendetta: American Express and the Smearing of Edmond Safra) Transcript: https://charlesmizrahi.com/uncategorized/2022/08/30/building-global-financial-empire-daniel-gross/ (https://charlesmizrahi.com/podcast/)

As the United States faces a new era of competition with Russia and China, many analysts and observers have urged the country to respond by making more significant investments in military capabilities and strategic technologies and strengthening its overall global defense posture. But Michael Mazarr, a senior political scientist at the RAND Corporation, believes that the lesson of history is that what ultimately determines success in global competition boils down to a handful of critical societal factors. As he puts in his important new study, The Societal Foundations of National Competitiveness, “the factors that ultimately govern success are societal ones, qualities that reflect the kind of country that a nation is rather than the things it builds or does.” And unfortunately, this analysis concludes that America is losing many of the attributes that accounted for its success. Michael Mazarr is a Washington-based writer and policy expert with long experience in government, academia, and the think tank world, specializing in U.S. defense and national security issues. The Societal Foundations of National Competitiveness was commissioned by the Pentagon's Office of Net Assessment, the Defense Department's in-house think tank, and carried out by Mazarr and a team of RAND researchers, along with the contributions of outside historians. The far-reaching survey of history's most successful nations and civilizations concludes that their critical shared attributes are: - National ambition and will. - Unified national identity. - Shared opportunity. - An active state. - Effective institutions. - A learning and adaptive society. - Competitive diversity and pluralism. The study concludes that while the U.S. retains considerable strengths in these areas, it also “displays characteristics of once-dominant powers on the far side of their peak of competitiveness.” While the report is descriptive rather than prescriptive, it suggests that America can rejuvenate its competitive dynamism if it can recover and build upon those societal qualities that made it great — but that partisan polarization and social fragmentation may prevent this from happening. Mazarr's study contains grounds for optimism but also points to the magnitude of the challenge confronting Americans who hope to reverse our national decline.

Professor Adam Ellwanger joins The P.A.S. Report Podcast to discuss how 40-years of catastrophic policy decisions have led to the American decline. We discuss his recent piece in The American Conservative- Top Gun and American Decline where he explains the national reality of our military, our adversaries, and our leadership. An America where competition and perfection are now discouraged as mediocracy is rewarded. More Information If you enjoyed this episode and found it useful, please give The P.A.S. Report Podcast a 5-star rating and take 30-seconds to write a review.   Make sure to hit the follow button so you never miss an episode. Also, please share this episode with family, friends, and on social media.   Don't forget to visit https://pasreport.com. 

Gary Kah is founder and director of Hope For the World. He's editor of Hope for the World Update, the former Europe - Middle East Trade Specialist for the Indiana State Government and is also author of the books, Enroute to Global Occupation and The New World Religion.--This broadcast began with discussion concerning information Gary received from a former military intelligence and high tech individual who believes that it will be a difficult summer in the U.S. Both this individual and Gary believe that the globalists will use even the latest Roe decision to try and cause more calamity, chaos and division.--Gary also believes there are those who are deliberately trying to take America down. He wasn't trying to be disrespectful when he said that he feels sorry for the president and that he isn't -all there-. This can be seen by his script cards which tells us that he has handlers around him telling him what to do. Gary believes many of these advisors are of a radical, far left, globalist worldview. Therefore, in order to bring America down through a great reset, the U.S., as we know it, has to be dismantled.--This Crosstalk has much more to offer as Gary reveals details related to this issue including- --More on possible shortages, specifically food and Diesel Exhaust Fluid -DEF-.--Is global health governance far off---Wars and rumors of wars.--The CEO of Nokia declares that 6G will be here by 2030 and will make smart phones obsolete. What will the next interface be-

Gary Kah is founder and director of Hope For the World. He's editor of Hope for the World Update, the former Europe - Middle East Trade Specialist for the Indiana State Government and is also author of the books, Enroute to Global Occupation and The New World Religion.--This broadcast began with discussion concerning information Gary received from a former military intelligence and high tech individual who believes that it will be a difficult summer in the U.S. Both this individual and Gary believe that the globalists will use even the latest Roe decision to try and cause more calamity, chaos and division.--Gary also believes there are those who are deliberately trying to take America down. He wasn't trying to be disrespectful when he said that he feels sorry for the president and that he isn't -all there-. This can be seen by his script cards which tells us that he has handlers around him telling him what to do. Gary believes many of these advisors are of a radical, far left, globalist worldview. Therefore, in order to bring America down through a great reset, the U.S., as we know it, has to be dismantled.--This Crosstalk has much more to offer as Gary reveals details related to this issue including- --More on possible shortages, specifically food and Diesel Exhaust Fluid -DEF-.--Is global health governance far off---Wars and rumors of wars.--The CEO of Nokia declares that 6G will be here by 2030 and will make smart phones obsolete. What will the next interface be-

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Simon and Rachel speak with journalist and author George Packer. A staff writer for the Atlantic and a former staff writer for the New Yorker, George is the author of "The Unwinding: Thirty Years of American Decline", which was a New York Times bestseller and won a National Book Award. His other nonfiction books include "The Assassins' Gate: America in Iraq", "Blood of the Liberals", which won the Robert F. Kennedy Book Award in 2001, and "Our Man: Richard Holbrooke and the End of the American Century". He has also written two novels, "The Half Man" and "Central Square". George's writing has appeared in the New York Times Magazine, Mother Jones, Harper's, and other publications. We spoke to George about writing his latest book "Last Best Hope" while in lockdown, working at the New Yorker and the Atlantic, and the journalistic climate today. This episode is sponsored by Curtis Brown Creative, the writing school attached to the major literary agency. CBC has provided an exclusive discount for Always Take Notes listeners. You can use the code ATN20 for £20 off the full price of Writing a Memoir, or any other four- or six-week online writing course. You can find us online at alwaystakenotes.com, on Twitter @takenotesalways and on Instagram @alwaystakenotes. Our crowdfunding page is patreon.com/alwaystakenotes. Always Take Notes is presented by Simon Akam and Rachel Lloyd, and produced by Artemis Irvine. Our music is by Jessica Dannheisser and our logo was designed by James Edgar.

Daniel: Putin's actions in Ukraine demonstrate the decline of American global hegemony ... Did the Soviet Union have the same expansionist ambitions as the US? ... How the war in Ukraine could increase nuclear proliferation ... Daniel: It's absurd that people got so upset about Whoopi Goldberg's Holocaust comment ... Does the US have “mass politics” anymore? If not, is that a bad thing? ... When does it pay to privatize? ... What's so bad about utopianism? ... Is true meritocracy possible within a highly unequal society? ... The uses (and possible abuses) of game theory ...

Daniel: Putin's actions in Ukraine demonstrate the decline of American global hegemony … Did the Soviet Union have the same expansionist ambitions as the US? … How the war in Ukraine could increase nuclear proliferation … Daniel: It's absurd that people got so upset about Whoopi Goldberg's Holocaust comment … Does the US have “mass […]

Daniel: Putin's actions in Ukraine demonstrate the decline of American global hegemony ... Did the Soviet Union have the same expansionist ambitions as the US? ... How the war in Ukraine could increase nuclear proliferation ... Daniel: It's absurd that people got so upset about Whoopi Goldberg's Holocaust comment ... Does the US have “mass politics” anymore? If not, is that a bad thing? ... When does it pay to privatize? ... What's so bad about utopianism? ... Is true meritocracy possible within a highly unequal society? ... The uses (and possible abuses) of game theory ...

With the war in Ukraine escalating, I thought it would be a good idea to bring on a guest with some expertise in international relations. So I called on Daniel Bessner, an intellectual historian, associate professor at University of Washington’s Henry M. Jackson School of International Studies, and a co-host of the American Prestige podcast. Daniel is a man of the left, so we spend a lot of time here arguing, and we have a great time doing it.Note: We recorded on February 22, 2022. Between then and now, the situation in Ukraine has changed quite a bit. In order to avoid confusion, we have edited out a portion of the conversation that is no longer up-to-date.Daniel and I begin by discussing what Putin’s invasion of Ukraine might tell us about the US’s standing in the world. Daniel argues that Putin’s willingness to ignore the US’s warnings reflects the decline of America’s global hegemony. He compares the present situation to America’s geopolitical position in the wake of World War II, arguing that the US imputed unrealistic hegemonic ambitions to the Soviet Union in order to justify the Cold War. He worries that the lesson many nations will draw from Ukraine is that the best way to forestall aggression from a stronger state is to acquire nuclear weapons. Unfortunately, this strategy makes a lot of sense to me. We then take a hard turn away from war to talk about Whoopi Goldberg. Daniel and I agree that the outrage over her remarks about the Holocaust is completely overblown. But he sees in this outrage the sign of a frustrated populace with no other way to express its political will. I’m skeptical of the idea we should want a return to mass politics, though. We shouldn’t throw the fate of our institutions to the political winds. We then debate the role of private industry in administering services to the public. We agree that our public schools are in bad shape, but Daniel thinks that market logic is at the root of the problem, whereas I think the market can help offer solutions. The question of meritocracy emerges, and Daniel argues that real meritocracy is impossible within a highly unequal society. No doubt that’s a problem, but I think abandoning meritocratic principles would be a huge mistake. And finally, we get into a debate over the uses (and possible abuses) of game theory.I truly enjoyed this good-natured sparring match with Daniel, and I hope you do, too!This post is free and available to the public. To receive early access to TGS episodes, an ad-free podcast feed, Q&As, and other exclusive content and benefits, click below.0:00 Daniel: Putin’s actions in Ukraine demonstrate the decline of American global hegemony 7:02 Did the Soviet Union have the same expansionist ambitions as the US? 16:01 How the war in Ukraine could increase nuclear proliferation 23:46 Daniel: It’s absurd that people got so upset about Whoopi Goldberg’s Holocaust comment 27:27 Does the US have “mass politics” anymore? If not, is that a bad thing? 34:35 When does it pay to privatize? 38:55 What’s so bad about utopianism? 44:18 Is true meritocracy possible within a highly unequal society? 58:04 The uses (and possible abuses) of game theoryLinks and ReadingsGlenn’s Intellectual Origins, a series of interviews with DanielDaniel’s podcast, American PrestigeDaniel’s most recent appearance on Chapo Trap HouseStephen Wertheim’s book, Tomorrow, the World: The Birth of U.S. World SupremacyPaul Chamberlin’s book, The Cold War’s Killing Fields: Rethinking the Long PeaceDerek Masters and Katharine Way’s book, One World or None: A Report to the Public on the Full Meaning of the Atomic BombDaniel’s essay, “The End of Mass Politics”Walter Lippmann’s book, Public OpinionWalter Lippmann’s book, The Phantom PublicGlenn’s book, The Anatomy of Racial InequalityDaniel Markovitz’s book, The Meritocracy Trap: How America's Foundational Myth Feeds Inequality, Dismantles the Middle Class, and Devours the EliteKenneth Arrow’s book, Social Choice and Individual ValuesPaul Erickson’s, The World the Game Theorists MadeS.M. Amadae’s book, Rationalizing Capitalist Democracy: The Cold War Origins of Rational Choice LiberalismRobert Fogel and Stanley Engerman’s book, Time on the Cross: The Economics of American Slavery This is a public episode. Get access to private episodes at glennloury.substack.com/subscribe

Rania Khalek was joined by Daniel Bessner, associate professor of international studies at the University of Washington and co-host of the podcast American Prestige, to talk about US foreign policy under Biden. What's changed? What hasn't changed? Is the US empire collapsing? And what should a progressive foreign policy look like?