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Day 1,353.Today, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban visits President Trump in Washington, a few weeks after the collapse of the Budapest meeting with Russia. Meanwhile, we look at reports claiming that Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov may have fallen out of favour with President Putin, and the UN Commission of Inquiry accuses Russia of committing crimes against humanity and torture. Finally, our regular contributor Jade McGlynn shares the latestContributorsAdélie Pojzman-Pontay (Journalist and Producer). @adeliepjzon X.Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor of Defence). @DomNicholls on X.Dr. Jade McGlynn (War Studies Department of King's College). @DrJadeMcGlynn on X.SIGN UP TO THE ‘UKRAINE: THE LATEST' WEEKLY NEWSLETTER:http://telegraph.co.uk/ukrainenewsletter Each week, Dom Nicholls and Francis Dearnley answer your questions, provide recommended reading, and give exclusive analysis and behind-the-scenes insights – plus maps of the frontlines and diagrams of weapons to complement our daily reporting. It's free for everyone, including non-subscribers.CONTENT REFERENCED:United Nations Human Rights Council: Independent International Commission of Inquiry reporthttps://www.ohchr.org/en/press-releases/2025/11/commission-visits-kyiv-reiterating-its-findings?sub-site=HRCOrbán to visit US to try to broker another Putin summit but questions raised over motiveshttps://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/nov/07/orban-hungary-white-house-visit-trumpWhat's the truth about South Africa's ‘genocide' of white farmers?https://www.spectator.co.uk/article/whats-the-truth-about-south-africas-genocide-of-white-farmers/Fact-checking Trump's claims of white farmer ‘genocide' in South Africahttps://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/fact-checking-trumps-claims-of-white-farmer-genocide-in-south-africaSouth Africa crime statistics debunk 'white genocide' claims - ministerhttps://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cgr5xe7z0y0oIs there a genocide of white South Africans as Trump claims?https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c9wg5pg1xp5oKilling of White Farmer Becomes a Flash Point in South Africahttps://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/16/world/africa/South-Africa-murder-protests.html‘Kill the Boer' Song Fuels Backlash in South Africa and U.S.https://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/02/world/africa/south-africa-kill-boer-song.html Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-11-07 | Silicon Wafers 050 | Is Sergei Lavrov on the way out? After that embarrassment of the non-summit in Budapest, and the cold treatment of Kirill Dmitriev in Washington, it looks like Lavrov is falling out of favour with the Kremlin. But will he also be falling out with those square shaped and glazed objects, designed to let light into tall buildings? Budapest blows up, G20 gets awkward – it looks like Lavrov's star is waning. How we will miss his disingenuous horse-face. Not. Plans for the Budapest were a bust. Washington bailed on the Trump–Putin summit after a hardline Russian approach to the negotiations. The inflexibility of the Kremlin and its main foreign policy minion Lavrov went down badly with Secretary of State Rubio. Now it seems Lavrov is taking the blame, or so it seems from Moscow's rumour mill, as the Kremlin quietly swaps him out for the upcoming G20 summit. There are few confirmed facts but let that not stop us from diving into the fevered world of Kremlinology. It might also help to have a jocular reminder of happens to officials who fall from Putin's grace — from soft landings to prison cells, to altitude cancer and very hard landings.----------SOURCES: “The U.S. then cancelled the summit following a call between Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio.” — Reuters, Oct 31, 2025“radically changed under European influence” — The Moscow Times, Oct 27, 2025“will be led by Presidential Administration Deputy Chief of Staff Maxim Oreshkin.” — TASS, Nov 4, 2025“has ordered government officials to evaluate the feasibility of restarting Russia's own nuclear tests.” — AP News, Nov 5, 2025“was demoted but remains an advisor in the Kremlin.” — RAND, Jun 27, 2024“removed Sergei Surovikin… as head of the air force” — Reuters, Aug 23, 2023“sentenced to eight years in jail” — Reuters, Dec 15, 2017 (Ulyukayev)----------SILICON CURTAIN FILM FUNDRAISERA project to make a documentary film in Ukraine, to raise awareness of Ukraine's struggle and in supporting a team running aid convoys to Ukraine's front-line towns.https://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extras----------SILICON CURTAIN LIVE EVENTS - FUNDRAISER CAMPAIGN Events in 2025 - Advocacy for a Ukrainian victory with Silicon Curtainhttps://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extrasOur events of the first half of the year in Lviv, Kyiv and Odesa were a huge success. Now we need to maintain this momentum, and change the tide towards a Ukrainian victory. The Silicon Curtain Roadshow is an ambitious campaign to run a minimum of 12 events in 2025, and potentially many more. Any support you can provide for the fundraising campaign would be gratefully appreciated. https://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extrasWe need to scale up our support for Ukraine, and these events are designed to have a major impact. Your support in making it happen is greatly appreciated. All events will be recorded professionally and published for free on the Silicon Curtain channel. Where possible, we will also live-stream events.https://buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtain/extras----------SUPPORT THE CHANNEL:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/siliconcurtainhttps://www.patreon.com/siliconcurtain----------
More than a thousand flights were canceled as Federal Aviation Administration flight reductions take effect at major airports across the nation on Day 38 of the government shutdown. Senate Republicans are teeing up a vote on a package of bills to end the shutdown, while Democrats maintain their demands.The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced Friday that it's working to fully fund food stamp benefits for November in compliance with a federal court order. A federal judge on Thursday directed the agency to provide full benefits—a decision the Trump administration quickly appealed.President Donald Trump says there's a “very good chance” he'll meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Budapest. This comes as Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán hails a “golden age” of U.S.–Hungary relations while seeking exemptions from U.S. sanctions on Russian oil.
Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is about to meet US President Donald Trump, and he's got quite the wish list. The visit comes at a sensitive moment. On the surface, it's a diplomatic catch-up between two long-time political allies. But underneath, the Hungarian leader has two clear goals, first, to secure an exemption from US sanctions on Russian oil, and second, to persuade Trump to host another summit with Vladimir Putin, ideally in Budapest.Join us on our journey through the events that shape the European continent and the European Union.Production: By Europod, in co production with Sphera Network.Follow us on:LinkedInInstagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's been a buzzy week at the Vogue offices. On Tuesday night, Zohran Mamdani made history as the first Muslim, the first person of South Asian descent, and the youngest in a century to hold the Mayoral position. Vogue's Fashion News Editor, José Criales-Unzueta, joins Chloe and Nicole to discuss the newly announced mayor's style — along with that of his effortlessly chic Gen Z illustrator wife, Rama Duwaji, who stunned last night in a black lace Ulla Johnson skirt and Zeid Hijazi top. Together, they explore how fashion choices can reflect our beliefs, values, and sense of identity.Then, writer Mattie Kahn comes to the Vogue offices to talk to Chloe about Vogue's December cover story that she wrote about Timothee Chalamet. She talks about the challenges of pinning down time to speak with the busy actor who was filming the newest Dune film in Budapest and also working on performance art promotional videos for his upcoming film, Marty Supreme, set to go to the big screen on Christmas Day.. Plus, Kim Kardashian gets candid with Chloe about taking on her first major acting role (apart from American Horror Story) as Allura Grant in the new Hulu series All's Fair. The show features an all-star cast of women — including Naomi Watts, Teyana Taylor, Glenn Close, and Niecy Nash — the latter of whom Kim says mentored her in acting. Ryan Murphy, who created the series, said he was inspired by the line “Not only am I a lawyer in real life, I play one on TV,” which he felt perfectly suited Kim. He also drew inspiration from the well-known Hollywood lawyer Laura Wasser — whose father, notably, represented Kim's parents during their separation decades before representing Kim in her own divorce. Kim also shares behind-the-scenes details of her fabulous on-screen wardrobe, from a 1992 Jean Paul Gaultier suit with a surprising back reveal to the iconic Donna Karan power suits she sourced with her stylist, Soki Mak, for the role. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices
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Georgie sits down with actors Benjamin Wainwright and Shaniqua Okwok to chat about their roles in the 2025 adaptation of crime drama 'Maigret'; available to stream on PBS and PBS Masterpiece on Prime Video. Georgie asks them what it was like filming in Budapest (not Paris), taking on such popular roles and bonding over games of cards and badminton. 'Maigret' is a Playground co-production for Masterpiece in association with Banijay Entertainment, Windhover Films, and Georges Simenon Limited.
I en dyster klass för sig i historien om mänsklig ondska står nazisternas folkmord på judar, romer och andra människor som de bedömde som så underlägsna att de inte hade rätt att leva. Förintelsen var ideologiskt förberedd ända sedan 1800-talet men realiserades först åren 1939–1945, parallellt med att andra världskriget svepte fram över Europa.Historien om det nazistiska folkmordet är mer vittförgrenad, och ännu grymmare, än de flesta är medvetna om. Flera element sammanflöt – antisemitism, rasbiologi, socialdarwinism, revanschlust efter Versaillesfreden, syndabocksletande, diktatur – till en vidrig häxbrygd av hat, men det krävdes ett världskrig för att förvandla tanke till handling.Dessutom skilde sig det dödliga slutresultatet betydligt beroende på uppslutningen, både från myndigheter och från vanlig civilbefolkning, bakom nazisternas plan. I länder som Polen, Nederländerna, Kroatien och Grekland var mördandet kusligt effektivt, medan det inte alls var lika framgångsrikt i länder som Belgien, Albanien och Italien. Även i Skandinavien var skillnaderna stora. Medan nästan alla danska judar räddades till säkerheten i Sverige drabbades de norska judarna av omfattande deportationer till kontinentens gaskamrar.I detta avsnitt av podden Harrisons dramatiska historia samtalar Dick Harrison, professor i historia vid Lunds universitet, och fackboksförfattaren Katarina Harrison Lindbergh om Förintelsen – hur kunde detta brott mot mänskligheten äga rum, och hur omfattande var katastrofen i de olika länder som axelmakterna kontrollerade?Bildtext: Arresterade judiska kvinnor i Budapest, Ungern, oktober 1944. Fotot visar kvinnor som gripits av ungerska eller tyska myndigheter under Förintelsens slutskede. Under denna period intensifierades jakten på judar i Ungern, särskilt efter den tyska ockupationen i mars 1944. Bilden illustrerar den systematiska förföljelsen och den akuta utsattheten för Ungerns judiska befolkning. Källa: Bundesarchiv, Bild 101I-680-8285A-08 / Faupel / CC BY-SA 3.0 deKlippare: Emanuel Lehtonen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Shortly before Israel was plunged into two years of war by the Hamas terror attacks of October 7, 2023, Yael had the privilege to sit down with former Israeli Prime Minister Yair Lapid.Much like Yael taking up the mantle of her abba, Rabbi Yechiel Eckstein, Lapid followed in his own father's footsteps, as a writer and a politician. Also a prolific writer, he wrote the posthumous memoir of his father, Tommy Lapid, an Israeli journalist, politician, and Holocaust survivor.And here, he shares one of the key lessons from the Holocaust—that every Israeli has a duty to make sure the Jewish state always exists. Lapid relates that his father's story of surviving the bloodbath of the Jewish ghetto in Budapest is a stark reminder that he “cannot live in a world in which I don't have a place to go.” In sharing his father's story, the former prime minister says he is telling the story of the Jewish people.But The Fellowship and Rabbi Eckstein also have a special connection to the Lapid family, which Yair shares in this warm, insightful, and enlightening conversation between two people who have devoted their lives to serving Israel and the Jewish people.Find out how much you know about other Israeli figures by taking our quiz!
The newly arrived Cainites to Budapest have met, and new bonds are beginning to form. Having rescued the sister of the Prince of Belgrade from her slavers, now the group heads deeper into the city to meet their Sires in the market square. Content Warnings: Threats of violence; discussions of slavery; implied abuse; inhumanity; historical assumptions and stereotyping; language;CastStoryteller: Lex LopezAlexios: Tim DavisCatrinel: Rebecca SteigelfestRoland de Roncevaux: Rob MuirheadSadhbh: Erika WebbZorion de Iruña: Garrett GabbeyRecordingRebecca SteigelfestEditingRob MuirheadMusicDon't Look Back - Instrumental Version, by DaniHaDani and Maya BelsitzmanArtLogo: Rob MuirheadCharacter Art: Jay Steel, BlueSkyKo-Fi: ko-fi.com/pathofnightYouTube: YouTube.com/@pathofnightFacebook: Facebook.com/PathofNightPodcastTwitter: @PathofNightPodBluesky: pathofnight.bsky.socialEmail: pathofnightpodcast@gmail.com
Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: Through Hidden Gates: Art, History, and New Beginnings Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2025-11-05-08-38-20-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A napsugarak kora reggel gyengéden kúsztak be a budapesti termálfürdő izzadt termébe.En: The rays of the sun gently crept into the sweaty halls of the Budapest thermal bath early in the morning.Hu: Ágota és Bence épp a kisebb, melegvizes medencét csodálták.En: Ágota and Bence were admiring the smaller, warm water pool.Hu: Ősz volt, a fák aranyló lombkoronája vidám színeket hozott a város szívébe.En: It was autumn, and the golden canopy of trees brought cheerful colors to the heart of the city.Hu: A fürdő csempézett falai visszhangozták a csendes morajlást, ahogy a párok és a magányos látogatók a nyugodt vízben úszkáltak.En: The tiled walls of the bath echoed the quiet murmur of couples and solitary visitors swimming in the calm water.Hu: Ágota, az introvertált művész, az egyik sarokban ült.En: Ágota, the introverted artist, was sitting in one corner.Hu: Mosolyogva figyelte a vízen táncoló fényeket.En: Smiling, she watched the lights dancing on the water.Hu: Kapott egy ötletet, de még szavakká vagy ecsetvonásokká kellett formálnia.En: She got an idea, but it still needed to be shaped into words or brushstrokes.Hu: Az inspiráció lassan bújt elő, mint a meleg gőz, amely körbeölelte a medencét.En: Inspiration was slowly emerging, like the warm steam enveloping the pool.Hu: Bence közben nem messze állt tőle, a fürdő régi történeteivel a fejében.En: Meanwhile, Bence stood not far from her, with the old stories of the bath in his mind.Hu: Történész lévén elragadták őt a fürdő több évszázados emlékfoszlányai.En: Being a historian, he was captivated by the centuries-old fragments of memory the bath held.Hu: Minden sarkon rejtett meséket vélt felfedezni.En: In every corner, he thought he discovered hidden tales.Hu: Egy pillanatnyi bátorsággal, Bence megszólította Ágotát.En: With a moment of courage, Bence addressed Ágota.Hu: "Tudtad, hogy ez a fürdő az oszmán korban épült?En: "Did you know that this bath was built during the Ottoman era?"Hu: " kérdezte.En: he asked.Hu: "Képzeld el, hogy itt egykor szultánok is megfordultak.En: "Imagine that sultans once frequented this place."Hu: "Ágota érdeklődése felébredt.En: Ágota's interest was piqued.Hu: "Tényleg?En: "Really?Hu: Milyen izgalmas!En: How exciting!Hu: Én művész vagyok, de néha elakadok az ötleteimmel.En: I'm an artist, but I sometimes get stuck with my ideas.Hu: Talán egy ilyen történet segítene.En: Maybe such a story would help."Hu: "Bence biztatóan bólintott.En: Bence nodded encouragingly.Hu: "Tudok egy titkos helyet itt.En: "I know a secret spot here.Hu: Egy rejtett kapu egy másik medencéhez, amit csak kevesen ismernek.En: A hidden gate to another pool that only a few know about.Hu: Szeretnéd megnézni?En: Would you like to see it?"Hu: "Ágota szeme felragyogott.En: Ágota's eyes lit up.Hu: "Nagyon szeretném!En: "I would love to!"Hu: "Bence vezette Ágotát egy szűk folyosón.En: Bence led Ágota down a narrow corridor.Hu: Az egyik sarokban elrejtett ajtón át egy csendes, eldugott medencéhez érkeztek.En: Through a concealed door in one corner, they arrived at a quiet, secluded pool.Hu: A napfény éppen átszűrődött az üvegablakon, arany színűre festette a vizet.En: Sunlight filtered through the glass window, painting the water a golden color.Hu: Mesebeli látvány volt.En: It was a magical sight.Hu: Ágota érezte, hogy az inspiráció hullámai elsöprik minden korábbi akadályát.En: Ágota felt the waves of inspiration sweeping away all her previous obstacles.Hu: "Ez gyönyörű," mondta halkan, szinte álmodozva.En: "This is beautiful," she said softly, almost dreamily.Hu: "Köszönöm, hogy megmutattad.En: "Thank you for showing it to me."Hu: "Bence mosolygott.En: Bence smiled.Hu: "Örülök, hogy segíthettem.En: "I'm glad I could help."Hu: "A fürdőben töltött idejük végéhez érve Ágota és Bence megegyeztek, hogy újra találkoznak.En: As their time at the bath came to an end, Ágota and Bence agreed to meet again.Hu: Budapest utcáit fogják felfedezni, keverve a művészetet és történelmet.En: They would explore the streets of Budapest, blending art and history.Hu: Ahogy az épületek mesélnek a múltról, úgy mesél majd Ágota a képein keresztül.En: Just as buildings speak of the past, Ágota would tell stories through her paintings.Hu: Bence tanulni fog Ágota szemének látásáról, és Ágota újra hinni fog valaki más meséiben.En: Bence would learn to see through Ágota's eyes, and Ágota would believe again in someone else's tales.Hu: Őszinte szívvel, és az őszi levelek hullása miatt is, érezni lehetett, hogy valami új kezdődik.En: With sincere hearts, and partly because of the falling autumn leaves, it felt like something new was beginning.Hu: Egymásban találtak társra, a múlt és művészet összefonódott, és így mindketten rátaláltak arra, amit kerestek.En: They found companionship in each other, as the past and art intertwined, and thus both found what they were searching for.Hu: Új kezdet, új inspiráció, és végre, új bizalom.En: A new beginning, new inspiration, and finally, new trust. Vocabulary Words:crept: kúsztaksweaty: izzadtcanopy: lombkoronamurmur: morajlássolitary: magányosintroverted: introvertáltbrushstrokes: ecsetvonásokenveloping: körbeöleltehistorian: történészfragments: emlékfoszlányaicaptivated: elragadtákcourage: bátorsággalfrequented: megfordultakconcealed: elrejtettsecluded: eldugottfiltered: átszűrődöttobstacles: akadályátdreamily: álmodozvaencouragingly: biztatóancompanionship: társraintertwined: összefonódottinspiration: inspirációtrust: bizalomadmirations: csodáltákemerging: bújt előstories: történeteknarrow: szűkhidden: rejtettglass: üvegsweep: elsöprik
Ian & Martyn follow up on updates from the new edition (recorded before ALL the leaks!)The Lads recap Day 1 of Eurobowl and Europen
Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: The Accidental Knights: An Unforgettable Day in Budapest Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2025-11-04-23-34-02-hu Story Transcript:Hu: Őszi nap volt Budapesten, amikor Réka és Zoltán találkoztak a Vajdahunyad váránál.En: It was an autumn day in Budapest when Réka and Zoltán met at Vajdahunyad Castle.Hu: Réka imádta a történelemet.En: Réka loved history.Hu: Mindig is arról álmodott, hogy egyszer igazi kalandokat él át a múltban.En: She had always dreamed of one day experiencing real adventures in the past.Hu: Zoltán ezzel szemben inkább a modern, vidám ünnepeket kedvelte.En: Zoltán, on the other hand, preferred modern, cheerful celebrations.Hu: Úgy gondolta, hogy a mai napon szórakozik majd, hiszen All Hallows' Even, vagyis Mindenszentek estéje közeledett.En: He thought he would have fun today, as All Hallows' Even, or All Saints' Eve, was approaching.Hu: A két barát azt hitte, hogy fesztivál lesz a vár körül.En: The two friends believed there would be a festival around the castle.Hu: Ahogy beléptek a kapun, észrevették, hogy a park tele volt középkori ruhába öltözött emberekkel.En: As they entered the gate, they noticed that the park was filled with people dressed in medieval clothing.Hu: Rékának csillogtak a szemei.En: Réka's eyes sparkled.Hu: „Nézd, Zoltán! Mintha időutazásra érkeztünk volna!”En: "Look, Zoltán! It's like we've arrived on a time travel adventure!"Hu: Zoltán viszont enyhén zavart volt.En: Zoltán, however, was slightly confused.Hu: „Nos, biztos vagy benne, hogy ez a fesztivál?” kérdezte kétkedve.En: “Well, are you sure this is the festival?” he asked doubtfully.Hu: Bent a vár udvarában a macskakövek alatt sárgás-vöröses falevelek zizegtek.En: Inside the castle courtyard, yellowish-reddish leaves rustled under the cobblestones.Hu: A levegőben fahéj és fahéjas alma illat érzett.En: The scent of cinnamon and cinnamon apples filled the air.Hu: Réka és Zoltán hamar kiderítette, hogy történelmi újrajátszás folyik.En: Réka and Zoltán quickly found out that a historical reenactment was taking place.Hu: Mindenki kosztümbe bújt, csak ők lógtak ki modern ruháikban.En: Everyone was in costume, and only they stood out in their modern clothes.Hu: Réka imádta a látványt, míg Zoltán még mindig rázott egy kicsit a fejét.En: Réka loved the sight, while Zoltán was still shaking his head a little.Hu: „Nem erre számítottam, Réka. Hol van a zene? Hol vannak a grillkolbászok?”En: "This is not what I expected, Réka. Where's the music? Where are the grilled sausages?"Hu: „Adj esélyt!” - Réka könyörgött.En: “Give it a chance!” Réka pleaded.Hu: „Talán megtalálod a neked valót!”En: “Maybe you'll find something you like!”Hu: Amint tovább sétáltak, egy csoport hátrált feléjük.En: As they continued to walk, a group backed towards them.Hu: Kiderült, hogy egy imitációs kardharcot tartanak.En: It turned out they were holding an imitation sword fight.Hu: A harcosok régi páncélokat viseltek, és kardokkal suhantak.En: The warriors wore old armor and swung swords.Hu: Hirtelen mindkét barátot bevonták a forgatagba.En: Suddenly, both friends were drawn into the whirlwind.Hu: A levegő zúgott körülöttük, és a kardok villogtak.En: The air buzzed around them, and the swords flashed.Hu: Réka nevetett a helyzet abszurditásán, míg Zoltán igyekezett vigyázni, hogy ne bántódjon meg senki.En: Réka laughed at the absurdity of the situation, while Zoltán tried to be careful not to hurt anyone.Hu: Végül a harcosok abbahagyták a küzdelmet.En: Eventually, the warriors stopped fighting.Hu: A jelenlévők tapsoltak és ujjongtak.En: The spectators clapped and cheered.Hu: „Bátor vagy!” - kiáltotta az egyik harcos Rékának.En: “You're brave!” shouted one of the warriors to Réka.Hu: Az esemény szervezői megjutalmazták a párost jó humorukért és részvételükért.En: The event organizers rewarded the pair for their good humor and participation.Hu: Kaptak egy rögtönzött ceremóniát, ami végén „tiszteletbeli lovagokként” üdvözölték őket.En: They received an impromptu ceremony, at the end of which they were welcomed as “honorary knights.”Hu: Réka boldogan és elégedetten mosolygott, hogy egy kis spontaneitás milyen csodálatos élményt hozhat.En: Réka smiled happily and contentedly at how a bit of spontaneity could bring such a wonderful experience.Hu: Zoltán pedig ráeszmélt, hogy a történelem is lehet szórakoztató.En: Zoltán realized that history could be entertaining too.Hu: Ahogy a nap lebukott a fák mögött, a két barát boldogan ballagott ki a várból.En: As the sun set behind the trees, the two friends happily strolled out of the castle.Hu: „Nos, Réka, azt hiszem, találtunk valami igazán különlegeset ma” - mondta Zoltán.En: “Well, Réka, I think we found something truly special today,” said Zoltán.Hu: Réka nevetett, és bólintott.En: Réka laughed and nodded.Hu: „Igen, és talán legközelebb már tudni fogjuk, hogy egy történelmi rendezvény is lehet olyan varázslatos, mint egy fesztivál.”En: “Yes, and maybe next time we'll know that a historical event can be as magical as a festival.” Vocabulary Words:autumn: ősziexperience: él átadventure: kalandapproaching: közeledettmedieval: középkoricheerful: vidámcourtyard: udvarábancobblestones: macskakövekscent: illatcinnamon: fahéjreenactment: újrajátszáscostume: kosztümsparkled: csillogtakarmor: páncélokwhirlwind: forgatagbuzzed: zúgottabsurdity: abszurditásánspectators: jelenlévőkimpromptu: rögtönzöttspontaneity: spontaneitásparticipation: részvételükérthonorary: tiszteletbelistrolled: ballagottentertaining: szórakoztatófestival: fesztiválhistorical: történelmimagical: varázslatosarmor: páncélrewarded: megjutalmaztákknights: lovagok
In this episode, Nicole and Diana chat with guest Linda Broenniman. Linda, who grew up in Buffalo, New York, is the middle child of seven born to Hungarian physicians who survived World War II. She holds a BA in psychology from Swarthmore College and an MBA from Carnegie Mellon. Linda is also a Wilbur Award recipient and a GenerationsForward speaker for the Holocaust & Human Rights Education Center. Linda shares her remarkable journey of uncovering hidden family secrets that date back eight generations, including her father's Jewish identity, which was kept secret due to the trauma of World War II and the antisemitism of the time. She discusses the courage of her parents in creating a new life in the U.S. and the incredible story of her mother saving numerous people during the Holocaust, leading to her recognition as Righteous Among the Nations by the Israeli government. Linda also talks about the challenges of uncovering these secrets, the impact of keeping such secrets, and the profound importance of learning about one's ancestry. Listeners will learn about Linda's genealogical discoveries, the complexities of family history, and the healing power of understanding one's roots. This summary was generated by Google Gemini. Links The Politzer Saga website - https://politzersaga.com/ The Politzer Saga book on Amazon - https://amzn.to/46XzDUf (affiliate link) The Politzer Saga Exhibit at Rumbach Synagogue in Budapest, Hungary - https://politzersaga.com/exhibition/ Sponsor – Newspapers.com For listeners of this podcast, Newspapers.com is offering new subscribers 20% off a Publisher Extra subscription so you can start exploring today. Just use the code "FamilyLocket" at checkout. Research Like a Pro Resources Airtable Universe - Nicole's Airtable Templates - https://www.airtable.com/universe/creator/usrsBSDhwHyLNnP4O/nicole-dyer Airtable Research Logs Quick Reference - by Nicole Dyer - https://familylocket.com/product-tag/airtable/ Research Like a Pro: A Genealogist's Guide book by Diana Elder with Nicole Dyer on Amazon.com - https://amzn.to/2x0ku3d 14-Day Research Like a Pro Challenge Workbook - digital - https://familylocket.com/product/14-day-research-like-a-pro-challenge-workbook-digital-only/ and spiral bound - https://familylocket.com/product/14-day-research-like-a-pro-challenge-workbook-spiral-bound/ Research Like a Pro Webinar Series - monthly case study webinars including documentary evidence and many with DNA evidence - https://familylocket.com/product-category/webinars/ Research Like a Pro eCourse - independent study course - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-e-course/ RLP Study Group - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-study-group/ Research Like a Pro with DNA Resources Research Like a Pro with DNA: A Genealogist's Guide to Finding and Confirming Ancestors with DNA Evidence book by Diana Elder, Nicole Dyer, and Robin Wirthlin - https://amzn.to/3gn0hKx Research Like a Pro with DNA eCourse - independent study course - https://familylocket.com/product/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-ecourse/ RLP with DNA Study Group - upcoming group and email notification list - https://familylocket.com/services/research-like-a-pro-with-dna-study-group/ Thank you Thanks for listening! We hope that you will share your thoughts about our podcast and help us out by doing the following: Write a review on iTunes or Apple Podcasts. If you leave a review, we will read it on the podcast and answer any questions that you bring up in your review. Thank you! Leave a comment in the comment or question in the comment section below. Share the episode on Twitter, Facebook, or Pinterest. Subscribe on iTunes or your favorite podcast app. Sign up for our newsletter to receive notifications of new episodes - https://familylocket.com/sign-up/ Check out this list of genealogy podcasts from Feedspot: Best Genealogy Podcasts - https://blog.feedspot.com/genealogy_podcasts/
Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: Mystery in the Market: István's Rise from Scribe to Hero Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2025-11-03-23-34-02-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A középkori Budapest piacterén nyüzsgő forgatag volt.En: The medieval marketplace in Budapest was bustling with activity.Hu: A levegő hűvös, az őszi levelek puhán zörgő takarót képeztek.En: The air was cool, and the autumn leaves formed a softly rustling cover.Hu: Az emberek nevetése és a zsonglőrök mutatványai jártak körbe.En: The laughter of people and the performances of jugglers circled around.Hu: Az egyik sarokban, egy almákkal és mézeskaláccsal megrakott stand mellett, István állt figyelmesen.En: In one corner, next to a stand laden with apples and gingerbread, István stood attentively.Hu: Az írnokszemélyzete során már sok dolgot látott, de a mai nap különösen izgalmasnak ígérkezett.En: During his time as a scribe, he had seen many things, but today promised to be particularly exciting.Hu: Egy különleges relikvia tűnt el egy vásáros asztaláról.En: A special relic had disappeared from a vendor's table.Hu: A tulajdonos kétségbeesetten keresett, de eddig semmi nyom.En: The owner was desperately searching, but so far, there was no trace.Hu: István látta az alkalmat, hogy végre megmutassa a világának, több ő, mint írnok.En: István saw the opportunity to finally show his world that he was more than just a scribe.Hu: A relikvia fontos volt az ünnep miatt, hisz Közemlékezők Napján tartották, amikor mindenki gyertyát gyújtott szerettei emlékére.En: The relic was important because of the festival, as it was the Day of Remembrance when everyone lit candles in memory of their loved ones.Hu: Réka, aki mesteri kezekkel varrt ruhákat, csatlakozott Istvánhoz.En: Réka, who skillfully sewed clothes, joined István.Hu: Mindig is szerette a rejtélyeket, és éles szemével kiszúrta az apró részleteket.En: She had always loved mysteries and her keen eye caught small details.Hu: „Senki nem mozdult az asztaltól,” mondta Réka, „mégis eltűnt.En: "No one moved away from the table," said Réka, "yet it disappeared."Hu: ”Zoltán, a rejtélyes kereskedő, kínált fel segítséget.En: Zoltán, the mysterious trader, offered his help.Hu: „Én tudok néhány dolgot a piaci történésekről,” mondta kedélyesen.En: "I know a few things about what goes on in the market," he said cheerfully.Hu: István azonban megérezte, hogy Zoltán rejt magáról egyet s mást.En: However, István sensed that Zoltán was hiding something.Hu: Bízott Réka érzékeiben.En: He trusted Réka's instincts.Hu: Ahogy nap lement, a piac fényei még inkább felragyogtak.En: As the sun set, the lights of the market shone even brighter.Hu: István és Réka a vásárosokat faggatták, de mindenkinek volt alibije.En: István and Réka questioned the vendors, but everyone had an alibi.Hu: Az idő fogyott, mielőtt a relikviát elvihették volna.En: Time was running out before the relic could be taken away.Hu: Végül István és Réka úgy döntöttek, egy utolsó kört tesznek.En: Finally, István and Réka decided to make one last round.Hu: Ekkor Réka észrevett valami furcsát egy másik kofa asztalánál.En: It was then that Réka noticed something strange at another vendor's table.Hu: Azt gondolták, hogy Zoltán egyszerre túl sokat tud, és túl nyugodt.En: They thought Zoltán knew too much and was too calm.Hu: István odalépett hozzá óvatosan.En: István approached him cautiously.Hu: „Nézd, az ott!En: "Look, over there!"Hu: ” súgta Réka.En: whispered Réka.Hu: A relikvia ott volt, egy áruval telerakott zsák közepén.En: The relic was there, in the middle of a bag full of goods.Hu: De a zsák nem Zoltáné volt, csupán letették egy sietős pillanatban.En: But the bag did not belong to Zoltán; it had just been set down in a hurried moment.Hu: István és Réka elfogták a tolvajt a forgatag közepén.En: István and Réka caught the thief in the midst of the crowd.Hu: Az igazi tolvaj egy másik vásáros volt, aki ki akarta csempészni a kincset a piaci káoszban.En: The real thief was another vendor who wanted to smuggle the treasure out amidst the market chaos.Hu: István visszaadta a relikviát a boldog tulajdonosnak a vásár vége előtt.En: István returned the relic to the happy owner before the fair ended.Hu: Ahogy a piactér lassan kiürült, Zoltán észrevétlenül eltávozott.En: As the marketplace slowly emptied, Zoltán quietly slipped away.Hu: István még sokáig elgondolkodott, vajon Zoltán melyik oldalon állt valójában.En: István wondered for a long time on which side Zoltán truly stood.Hu: De nem számított, a relikvia megkerült, és István magabiztosnak érezte magát.En: But it didn't matter, the relic was recovered, and István felt confident.Hu: Már nemcsak írnok volt, hanem valaki, aki saját útját járta és súlyát nyomotta a közösségben.En: He was no longer just a scribe but someone who forged his own path and made a difference in the community. Vocabulary Words:bustling: nyüzsgőrustling: zörgőattentively: figyelmesenrelic: relikviadesperately: kétségbeesettenscribes: írnokkeen: élesmysteries: rejtélyekinstincts: érzékekvendors: vásárosokalibi: alibidetected: észrevettamidst: közepénsmuggle: kicsempésznichaos: káoszslipped away: eltávozottforged: jártaloaded: megrakottopportunity: alkalomcircled: jártak körbejoined: csatlakozottremarkably: különösencontest: faggattákamid: közepénobserving: figyelmesenthief: tolvajretrieve: visszaadtahurriedly: sietősdecided: döntöttekbetrayed: elgondolkodott
The name Hannah Senesh is a household legend for many Israelis, and also for Diaspora Jews of a certain generation–especially those who attended Jewish school. Over the years, there have been books and films and documentaries about her, and even a recent re-enactment of Senesh's famous 1944 military commando mission when she and dozens of Jewish volunteers parachuted back into Nazi occupied Europe to try to rescue tens of thousands of imperilled Jews and also save downed Allied pilots. But Canadian journalist and author Douglas Century, of Calgary, felt there was more to discover about the brave Hungarian teenager who escaped growing antisemitism in her native Budapest at the start of the Second World War, to pursue her Zionist ideals as an illegal immigrant to British Mandate Palestine in 1939. Senesh was eventually captured by Hungarian collaborators, tortured, and despite an offer of clemency if she confessed, was executed by firing squad eighty-one years ago this week, on Nov. 7, 1944. She was only 23. Her poems and diaries were recovered after her death, and published, like Anne Frank's. One poem, known as “Eli Eli”, is regularly sung at Holocaust remembrance ceremonies. Douglas Century joins host Ellin Bessner on today's episode of The CJN's North Star podcast to explain why his new book about Hannah Senesh aims to challenge the historical record that the wartime mission was a failure. Related links Learn more about Douglas Century's new book about Hannah Senesh at the Canadian book launch on Nov. 19 at Toronto's Holy Blossom Temple. Order the book “Crash of the Heavens: The Remarkable Story of Hannah Senesh”. Read The CJN's Treasure Trove from 2024 paying tribute on the 80th anniversary of Hannah Senesh's execution. Credits Host and writer: Ellin Bessner (@ebessner) Production team: Zachary Kauffman (senior producer), Andrea Varsany (producer), Michael Fraiman (executive producer) Music: Bret Higgins Support our show Subscribe to The CJN newsletter Donate to The CJN (+ get a charitable tax receipt) Subscribe to North Star (Not sure how? Click here)
Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: Mystery Night: Unveiling Deception at the Poker Table Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2025-10-31-22-34-02-hu Story Transcript:Hu: Az ősz hűvös fuvallata betöltötte Budapest utcáit, Halloween estéjén pedig maga a város is rejtélyes hangulatot öltött.En: The cool breeze of autumn filled the streets of Budapest, and on Halloween night, the city itself took on a mysterious ambiance.Hu: Egy régi épület alatti bágyadtan megvilágított pincében gyűlt össze a póker társaság.En: A poker club gathered in a dimly lit basement beneath an old building.Hu: A füst vastagon hömpölygött a levegőben, és a kártyák neszezése különös zenét adott a helyiségnek.En: Smoke billowed thickly in the air, and the rustling of cards provided an unusual music to the room.Hu: Áron az asztal szélén ült.En: Áron sat at the edge of the table.Hu: A tekintete éles volt, mint mindig, de valami más is ott lapult benne mostanában - kíváncsiság és csalódottság.En: His gaze was sharp as always, but something else lurked within it lately—curiosity and disappointment.Hu: Áron, a hírhedt elemző, aki számokban és valószínűségekben gondolkodott, az utóbbi pár hétben sorra vesztett.En: Áron, the notorious analyst who thought in numbers and probabilities, had been losing consecutively over the past few weeks.Hu: Ez furcsa volt.En: This was strange.Hu: Nem csak furcsa, gyanús.En: Not just strange, suspicious.Hu: Zsuzsa, aki szemben ült vele, túl gyakran nyert az utóbbi időben.En: Zsuzsa, who sat across from him, had been winning too often lately.Hu: Mosolya titokzatos volt, bája megnyerő.En: Her smile was mysterious, her charm captivating.Hu: Áron tudta, hogy valami nem stimmel.En: Áron knew something was amiss.Hu: A szerencse hullámzását természetesnek tartotta, de ez más volt.En: He considered the fluctuation of luck to be natural, but this was different.Hu: Talán csalás?En: Perhaps cheating?Hu: Károly, a dealer, régi ismerősnek számított.En: Károly, the dealer, was an old acquaintance.Hu: De lehet, hogy éppen ezért nem gyanakodott rá senki.En: But maybe that's why no one suspected him.Hu: Áron elhatározta, hogy fényt derít a rejtélyre.En: Áron decided to shed light on the mystery.Hu: Az este lassan hömpölygött tovább, füsttel és várakozással telve.En: The evening slowly flowed on, filled with smoke and anticipation.Hu: Áron úgy döntött, hogy nem konfrontálódik azonnal Zsuzsával.En: Áron decided not to confront Zsuzsa immediately.Hu: Óvatosan figyelte a játékot, és Károly kezeinek minden mozdulatát.En: He cautiously observed the game and watched every move of Károly's hands.Hu: A játék csúcspontja egy különösen feszült kéz során jött el.En: The climax of the game arrived during a particularly tense hand.Hu: Az asztalon levő pénz halmokban állt.En: Money was piled up on the table.Hu: Áron úgy érezte, hogy most közelebb jutott az igazsághoz.En: Áron felt he was closer to the truth now.Hu: Egyetlen mozdulat során, amikor Károly kevert, Áron észrevette azt a finom, alig észrevehető trükköt.En: In a single move, as Károly shuffled, Áron noticed a subtle, barely perceptible trick.Hu: Zsuzsa pillantása is elárulta magát.En: Zsuzsa's glance gave her away too.Hu: Ez volt a bizonyíték, amit keresett.En: This was the evidence he was seeking.Hu: "Elég," mondta Áron, és letette a kártyáit.En: "Enough," said Áron, laying down his cards.Hu: "Ez nem tisztességes.En: "This isn't fair."Hu: "Az asztal elcsendesedett.En: The table fell silent.Hu: Zsuzsa arca elvörösödött, Károly pedig zavartan kezdett mentegetőzni.En: Zsuzsa's face turned red, and Károly started to make awkward excuses.Hu: Áron felfedte a csalást, megmutatva, hogy Zsuzsa és Károly összejátszottak.En: Áron exposed the cheating, showing that Zsuzsa and Károly were colluding.Hu: A játék megszakadt, és a társaság összes tagja megdöbbenve bámulta a párt.En: The game broke up, and every member of the group stared at the pair in shock.Hu: Áron ismét bebizonyította ügyességét és éberségét.En: Áron once again proved his skill and vigilance.Hu: A becsülete helyreállt.En: His honor was restored.Hu: Ebből az estéből talán újra tanult valamit: az ösztöneire hallgatott, és bebizonyosodott, hogy azok nem csalták meg.En: Perhaps he learned something new from this evening: he listened to his instincts, and it turned out they didn't deceive him.Hu: Barátok, ellenfelek – mind más arcot mutathatnak.En: Friends, opponents—they can all show different faces.Hu: Áron most már ezt is tudta.En: Áron knew this now too.Hu: A füst és a lapok rejtekébe láthatott, de az emberek szívébe még inkább.En: He could see through the smoke and the cover of cards, but even more, into people's hearts. Vocabulary Words:breeze: fuvallatamysterious: rejtélyesambiance: hangulatdimly: bágyadtanrustling: neszezéselurked: lapultcuriosity: kíváncsiságdisappointment: csalódottságconsecutively: sorrasuspicious: gyanúscaptivating: megnyerőfluctuation: hullámzásátimmediately: azonnalcautiously: óvatosanclimax: csúcspontjatense: feszültsubtle: finomperceptible: észrevehetőglance: pillantásacolluding: összejátszottakawkward: zavartanvigilance: éberségétinstincts: ösztöneireopponents: ellenfelekhearts: szívébebasement: pincébenbillowed: hömpölygöttprobabilities: valószínűségekbenacquaintance: ismerősdeceived: csalták
For review:1. President Trump Meets Chinese President in S. Korea; Discusses Ukraine.2. President Trump Directs Renewed Nuclear Testing.3. Qatari Prime Minister al-Thani indicated on Wednesday that Hamas violated the US-brokered ceasefire in Gaza on Tuesday when it attacked IDF soldiers- but did not specifically blame Hamas, referring instead to “the Palestinian party.” 4. Hamas on Thursday returned to Israel the remains of two deceased hostages, Amiram Cooper, 84, and Sahar Baruch, 25, with Israeli authorities confirming their identities within hours. The remains of 11 deceased hostages are still being held in Gaza.5. Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu vowed Thursday that Hamas will be disarmed and the Gaza Strip demilitarized, asserting that if the international community doesn't do it, then Israel will.6. IAEA Estimates Iran Still Has 400kg of 60% Enriched Uranium.7. Officials in Budapest on Thursday said that Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is to meet US President Donald Trump at the White House on Friday, November 7.8. President Donald Trump in a social media post Wednesday said the United States will share sensitive nuclear submarine propulsion technologies with South Korea, “South Korea will be building its Nuclear Powered Submarine in the Philadelphia Shipyards, right here in the good ol' U.S.A. Shipbuilding in our Country will soon be making a BIG COMEBACK,” Trump said on Truth Social.9. US Senate Confirms New USAF Chief of Staff- General Kenneth Wilsbach.
For more than a decade, few athletes have been as ubiquitous in Canadian athletics as Charles Philibert-Thiboutot. From a legendary university career at Université Laval that saw him help turn the Rouge et Or into the powerhouse they remain today, Charles quickly rose through the ranks on the elite scene, chalking up podium performances, national records, and championship titles on the roads, track, and cross country course while becoming a mainstay of Canadian national teams from Brazil to Budapest, Santiago to Tokyo.While his approachability has made him a favourite of both fans and competitors alike for years, it has been his remarkable versatility as an athlete across a variety of different surfaces and distances that has made his staying power in the sport so unique. And while Charles has made himself equally at home in a diamond league 1500m as he is in a muddy cross country 10k, there's still one event that remains as the final line item on a career bucket list that seems to stretch on forever, the mighty marathon. Now, the wait is finally over and the man they call CPT will take to the streets of NYC to tackle the TCS New York City marathon this Sunday, November 2nd, hoping to put an exclamation point on the final chapter of a career that will go down as one of the greats in Canadian distance running history. This week on the Shakeout Podcast, we welcome Charles back to the show in the lead up to New York, looking back at the moments that have defined his career thus far, as well as hearing why the long road of his professional career reaches its terminus only after 42.2 more kilometres through the streets of the Big Apple.Subscribe to The Shakeout Podcast feed on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you find your podcasts.Follow Charles on Social Media @CharlesPTSpecial thanks to this week's sponsor Altitude Sports!Shop now at Altitude Sports and enjoy up to 20% off your first order with the promo code “shakeout” Click here to order
Matt Ehret and Ghost (Gordon McCormick) reunite after a brief break for a powerhouse episode of Breaking History that spans centuries of geopolitics and the future of global order. They begin with the newly resurfaced “Kennedy–Khrushchev World Peace Bridge” map linking Alaska to Russia, a vision for unity that Ehret traces back to 19th-century proposals for a Bering Strait tunnel. The hosts debate whether the document's reemergence is historical revelation or strategic forgery, tying it to JFK's legacy, Trump's modern diplomacy, and Russia's long game of cooperative infrastructure. From there, they dissect Trump's postponed Budapest summit, U.S.–Russia sanctions, and how “WrestleMania-level theater” masks real geopolitical shifts. The conversation unfolds into Venezuela's cartel wars, Zionism's unraveling, Christian heresy, and the coming peace through sovereign alliances. With humor, history, and heavy analysis, Breaking History delivers its signature blend of strategy, spirit, and revelation, reminding listeners that the great game is always bigger than the headlines.
Nach der Absage des in Budapest geplanten Treffens zwischen Präsident Trump und Präsident Putin bleibt die Hoffnung auf Fortschritte in Richtung einer Beendigung des Ukraine-Konflikts vorerst unerfüllt. Unabhängig davon sollte jedoch eine zentrale Frage nicht aus dem Blick geraten: Wie ist die ukrainische Armee zwischen April 2014 und Februar 2022 im Donbass und in denWeiterlesen
Show Notes:In this profound episode of The Human Experience, host Jennifer Peterkin and guest interviewer Linda explore the extraordinary story of a woman whose Hungarian refugee parents survived World War II and the Holocaust. The guest recounts the shocking discovery of her hidden Jewish heritage within a family that had long believed they were Catholic. Through years of research, recovered letters, and family documents, she uncovers her mother’s recognition as “Righteous Among the Nations” and her father’s harrowing survival in Nazi labor camps. This conversation weaves together personal storytelling and historical truth, illuminating the weight of inherited trauma, the courage to confront silence, and the power of remembrance. Linda’s journey serves as a moving reminder that uncovering our histories—no matter how painful—connects us to our humanity and shapes the stories we pass forward. ⚠️ Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of war, genocide, and trauma related to the Holocaust. Listener discretion is strongly advised. Key Takeaways:● Exploration of personal and family identity across generations.● The guest’s discovery of hidden Jewish roots within a family who believed they were Catholic.● Her mother’s recognition as Righteous Among the Nations for protecting Jews during the Holocaust.● Her father’s survival through Nazi labor camps and the brutal conditions of Auschwitz.● The discovery of family documents and how they revealed a hidden legacy.● Insights into Hungarian Jewish experiences during World War II.● The importance of preserving memory and confronting silence among survivors.● The enduring impact of repression and trauma on post-war identity.● The guest’s efforts to educate others through The Politzer Saga book and museum exhibition.● A call to listeners to uncover and share their own family stories of resilience and truth. Interview recorded in Great Falls, Virginia. Linda Ambrus Broenniman’s Bio:Linda Ambrus Broenniman grew up in Buffalo, New York, as the middle child of seven born to Catholic Hungarian physicians who survived World War II and began a new life in the United States in 1949. After earning her BA in Psychology from Swarthmore College and an MBA from Carnegie Mellon University, Linda left corporate America to pursue her passion for entrepreneurship, founding companies in technology and biotechnology. Her curiosity and drive to uncover hidden potential led her on a personal quest to uncover her own hidden family history. Through years of research, Linda pieced together the remarkable story of her Jewish ancestors—the Politzer family—and their lives lost to her father’s silence. Her book, The Politzer Saga, brings their stories to life and forms the foundation of The Politzer Saga Exhibit, a permanent exhibition housed in the newly renovated Rumbach Synagogue in Budapest, Hungary. Linda lives in Great Falls, Virginia with her husband, Ed, of 30 years. Connect with Linda Ambrus Broenniman:
Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: Heirloom Discovery: Family Token Found at Budapest Airport Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2025-10-28-22-34-02-hu Story Transcript:Hu: Az őszi nap hűvös fuvallatot hozott a budapesti Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtérre.En: The autumn day brought a cool breeze to the Budapest Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér.Hu: Katalin a zsúfolt terminálon sétált keresztül, kezében egy bőrönddel.En: Katalin walked through the crowded terminal, a suitcase in her hand.Hu: A hosszú hétvége a családjával gyorsan eltelt, és itt volt az idő, hogy visszatérjen Londonba.En: The long weekend with her family had passed quickly, and it was time to return to London.Hu: Szíve nehéz volt, mert tudta, hogy a szülei egyre idősebbek, és távol élni tőlük bűntudatot ébresztett benne.En: Her heart was heavy because she knew her parents were getting older, and living far from them filled her with guilt.Hu: Az elkövetkező két óra repülésig Katalin időt akart szakítani arra, hogy valami különleges ajándékkal lepje meg szeretteit.En: With two hours to spare before her flight, Katalin wanted to take the time to surprise her loved ones with a special gift.Hu: A repülőtér bolygó üzletei zsúfoltak voltak az utasokkal, akik az Ünnepek közeledtével hazafelé indultak, és mindenki szuvenírek után kutatott.En: The airport's shops were crowded with passengers heading home for the holidays, and everyone was hunting for souvenirs.Hu: Katalin megállt egy bolt előtt, ahol magyar specialitások sorakoztak.En: Katalin stopped in front of a store displaying Hungarian specialties.Hu: A polcok üresedtek, míg a vevők finom Tokaji borok, paprika és bajuszos figura szuvenírek közül válogattak.En: The shelves were emptying as customers made their selections from among fine Tokaji wines, paprika, and souvenirs of mustached figures.Hu: Ő azonban valami különlegesebbet szeretett volna, ami valóban megmutatja a szeretetét és sajnálkozását.En: However, she was looking for something more special, something that would truly show her love and remorse.Hu: Az egyik polc végén észrevett egy szép, kézzel készített tulipánfát.En: At the end of one shelf, she noticed a beautiful, handcrafted tulip tree.Hu: Édesanyja kedvenc gyermekmeséjét juttatta eszébe.En: It reminded her of her mother's favorite childhood story.Hu: Szeme felcsillant, de hamar észrevette, hogy még egy másik vásárló is szemet vetett rá.En: Her eyes lit up, but she quickly realized another customer was eyeing it too.Hu: Katalin egy ideig habozott. Vajon hagyja-e, hogy másé legyen az utolsó darab?En: Katalin hesitated for a moment. Should she let someone else have the last piece?Hu: Ekkor meglátott egy régi, poros könyvet a sarokban elrejtve.En: Then she spotted an old, dusty book hidden in the corner.Hu: Rég elfelejtett magyar népmesék gyűjteménye volt.En: It was a collection of long-forgotten Hungarian folk tales.Hu: Katalin kinyitotta a könyvet, és az első oldalon felismert egy történetet, amelyet gyakran meséltek gyerekkorában.En: Katalin opened the book and recognized a story on the first page that she was often told in her childhood.Hu: Szíve halk dobbanást érzett; tudta, hogy ez az igazi ajándék.En: Her heart fluttered softly; she knew this was the real gift.Hu: Katalin elmosolyodott, ahogyan a kezében tartotta a kincset.En: Katalin smiled as she held the treasure in her hands.Hu: Úgy érezte, mintha valami igazi, őszinte köteléket talált volna.En: She felt as though she had discovered a true, genuine bond.Hu: Az élet sokszor a türelmet és a szerencsét hozza el a legkülönösebb formában.En: Life often brings patience and luck in the most unusual forms.Hu: Szívében most már nyugodtabban várta a hazautat Londonba, tudva, hogy a szeretet különféle módokon fejeződhet ki.En: With her heart now at ease, she looked forward to the journey back to London, knowing that love can be expressed in various ways.Hu: Az egyetlen halk sóhaja a repülőtéren elszállt, és ahogy a kapu felé indult, a szíve is könnyebb lett.En: Her only quiet sigh drifted away at the airport, and as she headed toward the gate, her heart felt lighter.Hu: Ez a könyv mostantól családi ereklyévé válik majd, visszaterel a múlt emlékeire és a szeretet útján keresztül.En: This book would now become a family heirloom, a bridge back to past memories and through the path of love.Hu: A terminál zsivajában Katalin már csak alig hallotta a tömegeket; gondolatai már az otthoni meleg szobában jártak, ahol az új kincs foglalja el méltó helyét.En: Amidst the terminal's hustle and bustle, Katalin could barely hear the crowds; her thoughts were already in the warm room at home, where the new treasure would take its rightful place. Vocabulary Words:autumn: őszibreeze: fuvallatcrowded: zsúfoltterminal: terminálsuitcase: bőröndguilt: bűntudatspare: elkövetkezősurprise: lepje megsouvenirs: szuvenírekdisplaying: sorakoztakcustomers: vevőkselections: válogattakhandcrafted: kézzel készítettreminded: juttatta eszébehesitated: habozottdusty: poroshidden: elrejtvefluttered: halk dobbanást érzettgenuine: őszintepatience: türelmetluck: szerencsétunusual: különösebbjourney: hazautatsilence: elcsendesítiheirloom: erekselyévéhustle: zsivajábanpath: útjánbarely: aligdrifted: elszálltrightful: méltó
Die ungarische Hauptstadt wurde am 23. Oktober zur Bühne eines politischen Wettkampfes. Zwei Lager demonstrierten ihre Mobilisierungskraft vor den kommenden Wahlen im Frühjahr. Orbán sprach von der „größten patriotischen Bewegung“, die den Frieden in Europa verteidigte. Sein Widersacher, Péter Magyar, konterte mit Antikorruptionsforderungen und dem Ruf nach einem Systemwechsel.
Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: Mystery in a Budapest Café: A Novel's Hidden Muse Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2025-10-26-22-34-02-hu Story Transcript:Hu: A süvítő őszi szél játékosan fújta az aranyló leveleket Budapest utcáin.En: The howling autumn wind playfully blew the golden leaves through the streets of Budapest.Hu: A nap halvány fénye bekúszott a Freelancer's Home kávézó ablakán, ahol Árpád szokott ülni.En: The faint light of the sun crept through the window of the Freelancer's Home café, where Árpád usually sat.Hu: Egy bögre forró kávé mellette gőzölgött, a laptop kijelzője előtt pedig egy üres dokumentum várt rá.En: Beside him, a mug of hot coffee was steaming, and in front of his laptop screen an empty document awaited him.Hu: Árpád reménykedett, hogy ma végre ír egy jó darabot a készülő regényéből.En: Árpád hoped that today he would finally write a good piece for his upcoming novel.Hu: Ahogy elmerült gondolataiban, egy furcsa esemény történt.En: As he immersed himself in his thoughts, something strange happened.Hu: Az ajtó halkan nyílt, és egy ismeretlen alak lépett be.En: The door quietly opened, and an unknown figure entered.Hu: Kabátjába burkolózva sietett az egyik sarokasztalhoz, és letett egy kis csomagot az ottani székre.En: Wrapped in a coat, the person hurried to a corner table and placed a small package on the chair there.Hu: Alig egy perccel később már el is hagyta a kávézót, mindenki legnagyobb meglepetésére.En: Barely a minute later, they had already left the café, to everyone's great surprise.Hu: Árpád szeme rögtön megakadt a titokzatos csomagon.En: Árpád's eyes immediately fell on the mysterious package.Hu: Azonnal érezte, hogy ez egy lehetőség.En: Right away, he sensed this was an opportunity.Hu: Egy titkos nyom, ami talán ötletet adhat a regényéhez.En: A secret clue that might offer an idea for his novel.Hu: A kávézóban mindenki el volt foglalva az asztalainál, a személyzet a közelgő mindenszentek ünnepéhez készülődött, így senki sem vette észre igazán az eseményt.En: Everyone in the café was occupied at their tables, the staff preparing for the upcoming All Saints' Day celebrations, so no one really noticed the event.Hu: Ez volt Árpád lehetősége.En: This was Árpád's opportunity.Hu: Miközben lassan kortyolt a kávéjából, elkezdte figyelni a körülötte lévő embereket.En: While slowly sipping his coffee, he began to observe the people around him.Hu: A faliújságon, ahol a helyi események plakátjai lógtak, észrevett egy cetlit.En: On the bulletin board, where local event posters hung, he noticed a note.Hu: "Mindenszentek ünneplése a Szent István-bazilikánál" - állt rajta.En: "All Saints' Celebration at the St. Stephen's Basilica" - it read.Hu: Teljesen elmerült a hely hangulatában, próbálta összerakni a képet a megfigyeléseiből.En: He was completely immersed in the atmosphere of the place, trying to piece together the scene from his observations.Hu: A következő órákban Árpád többször is leült a csomag mellé, de senki sem jött oda érte.En: In the next few hours, Árpád sat next to the package several times, but no one came for it.Hu: Időközben egy Balázs nevű barátja csatlakozott hozzá, akit mindig is a főváros zsigeri lakójának tartott.En: In the meantime, a friend named Balázs, whom he always considered a visceral resident of the capital, joined him.Hu: Együtt kezdték vizsgálni a dobozt, amikor kiszúrták, hogy egy Kata nevű nő elveszett tárgyak után érdeklődik a pultnál, ahol láthatóan senki sem tudta, hogy miről beszél.En: Together they began to examine the box when they noticed a woman named Kata inquiring about lost items at the counter, where evidently no one knew what she was talking about.Hu: "Lehet, hogy a tiéd?En: "Could this be yours?"Hu: " – kérdezte Árpád Katától, amikor odaért a csomaggal.En: – asked Árpád to Kata, when he approached with the package.Hu: Kata, kis meglepetéssel, de hálásan elmosolyodott, majd bevallotta, hogy valóban az övé, és fontos tárgyakat rejt.En: Kata, with a little surprise, but gratefully smiled, then admitted it was indeed hers and contained important items.Hu: Egy régi családi emlék, melyet most a mindenszentek ünnepére hozott vissza, hogy a bazilika közelében imádkozzon érte.En: An old family memento, which she had brought back for All Saints' Day to pray for it near the basilica.Hu: Árpád számára Kata története nemcsak egy misztériumot oldott meg, hanem egy új ötletet is adott.En: For Árpád, Kata's story not only solved a mystery but also gave him a new idea.Hu: Beszélgetésük során kiderült, hogy a titokzatos doboz története mély és érzelmes.En: During their conversation, it turned out that the story of the mysterious box was deep and emotional.Hu: Árpád rájött, hogy az emberek mindig hordoznak magukkal történeteket, csak meg kell hallgatni őket.En: Árpád realized that people always carry stories with them, you just have to listen to them.Hu: Ahogy aznap este a kávézóból távozott, zsebében immár egy vázlattal a regényéhez, új inspirációval hagyta el a helyet.En: As he left the café that evening, with a draft for his novel now in his pocket, he departed the place with new inspiration.Hu: Tudta, hogy a kíváncsiság és a figyelem mindig jó történetekhez vezet.En: He knew that curiosity and attention always lead to good stories. Vocabulary Words:howling: süvítőautumn: ősziplayfully: játékosancrept: bekúszottsteaming: gőzölgöttimmerse: elmerültmysterious: titokzatosopportunity: lehetőségoccupied: elfoglaltupcoming: közelgőobserve: figyelnibulletin: faliújságposters: plakátjainote: cetlitimmersed: elmerültatmosphere: hangulatexamine: vizsgálniinquire: érdeklődikcounter: pultevidently: láthatóangratefully: hálásanmemento: emlékpray: imádkozzondeparted: elhagytacuriosity: kíváncsiságattention: figyelemcelebration: ünneplésepackage: csomagotcorner: sarokvisceral: zsigeri
The Postponement of the Budapest Meeting and Negotiating with Putin. Cliff May discusses the postponement of the Trump-Putin Budapest meeting, attributing it to Marco Rubio insisting on a cessation of hostilities, which Foreign Minister Lavrov rejected, demanding "all Ukraine." May warns President Trump against being outnegotiated, referencing Stalin's success over Roosevelt and Churchill at Yalta. Putin admires Stalin, who expanded the Russian Empire and engineered the Holodomor famine. May stresses that Russians negotiate only to win, not to compromise. 1921 RED ARMY
Delayed Budapest Summit and Ukraine Negotiation Sticking Points. Anatol Lieven discusses how negotiations between the US and Russia, including a planned Budapest meeting, are delayed despite some progress on security issues like Trump's position on Ukraine joining NATO. The major sticking point remains Russia's demand that Ukraine withdraw from the rest of the Donbas, which Ukrainian leaders deem politically impossible. While Russia has scaled back some territorial claims, a viable peace settlement likely necessitates a ceasefire along existing lines, coupled with lifting sanctions. Escalation risks remain high due to potential accidental military clashes. 1900 BUCHAREST
Delayed Budapest Summit and Ukraine Negotiation Sticking Points. Anatol Lieven discusses how negotiations between the US and Russia, including a planned Budapest meeting, are delayed despite some progress on security issues like Trump's position on Ukraine joining NATO. The major sticking point remains Russia's demand that Ukraine withdraw from the rest of the Donbas, which Ukrainian leaders deem politically impossible. While Russia has scaled back some territorial claims, a viable peace settlement likely necessitates a ceasefire along existing lines, coupled with lifting sanctions. Escalation risks remain high due to potential accidental military clashes.
SHOW 10-23-25 CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR 1882 BLACK SEA RUSSIAN FLEET THE SHOW BEGINS IN THE DOUBTS ABOUT A UKRAINE RESOLUTION... FIRST HOUR 9-915 Delayed Budapest Summit and Ukraine Negotiation Sticking Points. Anatol Lieven discusses how negotiations between the US and Russia, including a planned Budapest meeting, are delayed despite some progress on security issues like Trump's position on Ukraine joining NATO. The major sticking point remains Russia's demand that Ukraine withdraw from the rest of the Donbas, which Ukrainian leaders deem politically impossible. While Russia has scaled back some territorial claims, a viable peace settlement likely necessitates a ceasefire along existing lines, coupled with lifting sanctions. Escalation risks remain high due to potential accidental military clashes. 915-930 Delayed Budapest Summit and Ukraine Negotiation Sticking Points. Anatol Lieven discusses how negotiations between the US and Russia, including a planned Budapest meeting, are delayed despite some progress on security issues like Trump's position on Ukraine joining NATO. The major sticking point remains Russia's demand that Ukraine withdraw from the rest of the Donbas, which Ukrainian leaders deem politically impossible. While Russia has scaled back some territorial claims, a viable peace settlement likely necessitates a ceasefire along existing lines, coupled with lifting sanctions. Escalation risks remain high due to potential accidental military clashes. 930-945 Trump Administration Sanctions Hit Russia's Oil Lifeline. Michael Bernstam discussed the Trump administration's politically significant sanctions targeting Russia's two largest oil producers, Rosneft and Lukoil, affecting 56% of Russian output. The sanctions caused world oil prices to jump temporarily and elicited an immediate angry response from Putin, who called it an "unfriendly act." The primary financial impact on Russia will be much deeper discounts demanded by buyers, significantly hurting the Russian budget. Europe is meanwhile nearing liberation from Russian energy dependence due to abundant US liquefied natural gas (LNG). 945-1000 UN Cyber Crime Treaty: Authoritarian Assault on Free Speech. Ivana Stradner discussed the controversial UN Cyber Crime Treaty, which she argues is an assault on international rule of law spearheaded by Russia and China. The treaty is feared because it enables digital authoritarianism, censorship, and surveillance by potentially forcing companies to grant government access to private data and share user information globally. The US should reject ratification and defer to the Budapest Convention, relying instead on powerful offensive and defensive cyber capabilities for deterrence. SECOND HOUR 10-1015 Political Shifts and Security Crises Across Latin America. Professor Evan Ellis reported on a shifting Latin American landscape. Argentina's Milei navigates a key election after implementing painful economic cuts, backed by a new US currency swap deal. Bolivia's Luis Arce seeks warmer US ties while managing a severe economic crisis. Peru's president declared a state of emergency to address rampant insecurity and extortion in Lima. Concurrently, the US is escalating pressure on Venezuela's Maduro regime, primarily targeting the criminal Cartel de los Soles leadership. 1015-1030 Political Shifts and Security Crises Across Latin America. Professor Evan Ellis reported on a shifting Latin American landscape. Argentina's Milei navigates a key election after implementing painful economic cuts, backed by a new US currency swap deal. Bolivia's Luis Arce seeks warmer US ties while managing a severe economic crisis. Peru's president declared a state of emergency to address rampant insecurity and extortion in Lima. Concurrently, the US is escalating pressure on Venezuela's Maduro regime, primarily targeting the criminal Cartel de los Soles leadership. 1030-1045 Political Shifts and Security Crises Across Latin America. Professor Evan Ellis reported on a shifting Latin American landscape. Argentina's Milei navigates a key election after implementing painful economic cuts, backed by a new US currency swap deal. Bolivia's Luis Arce seeks warmer US ties while managing a severe economic crisis. Peru's president declared a state of emergency to address rampant insecurity and extortion in Lima. Concurrently, the US is escalating pressure on Venezuela's Maduro regime, primarily targeting the criminal Cartel de los Soles leadership. 1045-1100 Political Shifts and Security Crises Across Latin America. Professor Evan Ellis reported on a shifting Latin American landscape. Argentina's Milei navigates a key election after implementing painful economic cuts, backed by a new US currency swap deal. Bolivia's Luis Arce seeks warmer US ties while managing a severe economic crisis. Peru's president declared a state of emergency to address rampant insecurity and extortion in Lima. Concurrently, the US is escalating pressure on Venezuela's Maduro regime, primarily targeting the criminal Cartel de los Soles leadership. THIRD HOUR 1100-1115 Robert McNamara: From WWII Statistical Control to Kennedy's Star. Professor William Taubman detailed Robert McNamara's rise, beginning as a statistician in WWII advising General Curtis LeMay on firebombing techniques, a success McNamara later regretted as potentially criminal. After becoming president of Ford, he reluctantly joined JFK's administration as Secretary of Defense. McNamara's brilliance and efficiency led Kennedy to admire him as the cabinet's star, even considering him for vice president in 1964 and the presidential candidate in 1968. 1115-1130 Robert McNamara: From WWII Statistical Control to Kennedy's Star. Professor William Taubman detailed Robert McNamara's rise, beginning as a statistician in WWII advising General Curtis LeMay on firebombing techniques, a success McNamara later regretted as potentially criminal. After becoming president of Ford, he reluctantly joined JFK's administration as Secretary of Defense. McNamara's brilliance and efficiency led Kennedy to admire him as the cabinet's star, even considering him for vice president in 1964 and the presidential candidate in 1968. 1130-1145 Robert McNamara: From WWII Statistical Control to Kennedy's Star. Professor William Taubman detailed Robert McNamara's rise, beginning as a statistician in WWII advising General Curtis LeMay on firebombing techniques, a success McNamara later regretted as potentially criminal. After becoming president of Ford, he reluctantly joined JFK's administration as Secretary of Defense. McNamara's brilliance and efficiency led Kennedy to admire him as the cabinet's star, even considering him for vice president in 1964 and the presidential candidate in 1968. 1145-1200 Robert McNamara: From WWII Statistical Control to Kennedy's Star. Professor William Taubman detailed Robert McNamara's rise, beginning as a statistician in WWII advising General Curtis LeMay on firebombing techniques, a success McNamara later regretted as potentially criminal. After becoming president of Ford, he reluctantly joined JFK's administration as Secretary of Defense. McNamara's brilliance and efficiency led Kennedy to admire him as the cabinet's star, even considering him for vice president in 1964 and the presidential candidate in 1968. FOURTH HOUR 12-1215 The AI Infrastructure Gold Rush and Europe's Absence. Chris Riegel discusses how the AI revolution is driving a feverish rush to build large data centers (one gigawatt or better), though energy access is a critical choke point that may cause conflict between commercial demand and normal consumers by summer 2026. This intense global competition, likened to a gold rush, is primarily a two-horse race between the US and China. Europe is largely sitting out the advanced AI development wave, which is considered a tactical mistake that may leave them reliant on American or Chinese technology. 1215-1230 CBP Admits Fake Record Used to Jail Bolsonaro Advisor in Brazil. Mary Anastasia O'Grady discusses how US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) admitted an erroneous entry record was created and used by Brazilian Justice Alexandre de Moraes to jail Felipe Martins, an advisor to former President Bolsonaro. De Moraes used the apparently fake I-94 document, which contained a misspelling and a canceled passport number, to hold Martins for 183 days to extract information about an alleged coup plot. The unprecedented CBP admission confirms a file violation and suggests ongoing malfeasance. 1230-1245 US Accelerates Moon Race Against China. Rick Fisher and David Livingston discuss how the US moon race is accelerating, driven by President Trump's demand to land on the moon by 2028 and concerns that China, using the Long March 10 booster, might get there by 2029. Interim NASA Director Sean Duffy reopened the lunar lander contract, previously held by SpaceX's Starship, to Blue Origin and potentially Lockheed Martin, seeking multiple pathways. The Chinese space program is viewed as a strategic maneuver aimed at distracting the US from other global conflicts. 1245-100 AM US Accelerates Moon Race Against China. Rick Fisher and David Livingston discuss how the US moon race is accelerating, driven by President Trump's demand to land on the moon by 2028 and concerns that China, using the Long March 10 booster, might get there by 2029. Interim NASA Director Sean Duffy reopened the lunar lander contract, previously held by SpaceX's Starship, to Blue Origin and potentially Lockheed Martin, seeking multiple pathways. The Chinese space program is viewed as a strategic maneuver aimed at distracting the US from other global conflicts.
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Colonel McCausland Discusses Postponed Budapest Summit, Gaza Ceasefire Instability, and Pentagon Information Control Jeff McCausland with John Batchelor Colonel McCausland explained the Budapest summit postponement, noting Putin demands Ukrainian surrender before a ceasefire. He considered Tomahawks an escalation of firepower, but not a game-changer, with delivery now on hold. McCausland described the Gaza ceasefire as precarious, lacking discussion or plan for Hamas disarmament, which he views as the necessary "red line" for stability. He criticized the Pentagon's new policy blocking journalists from soliciting unauthorized information as an attempt by Secretary Hegseth to control information flow and increase opacity. 1560
SHOW 10-22-25 CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR HK 1925 THE SHOW BEGINS IN THE DOUBTS ABOUT XI. FIRST HOUR 9-915 Colonel McCausland Discusses Postponed Budapest Summit, Gaza Ceasefire Instability, and Pentagon Information Control Jeff McCausland with John Batchelor Colonel McCausland explained the Budapest summit postponement, noting Putin demands Ukrainian surrender before a ceasefire. He considered Tomahawks an escalation of firepower, but not a game-changer, with delivery now on hold. McCausland described the Gaza ceasefire as precarious, lacking discussion or plan for Hamas disarmament, which he views as the necessary "red line" for stability. He criticized the Pentagon's new policy blocking journalists from soliciting unauthorized information as an attempt by Secretary Hegseth to control information flow and increase opacity. 915-930 Colonel McCausland Discusses Postponed Budapest Summit, Gaza Ceasefire Instability, and Pentagon Information Control Jeff McCausland with John Batchelor Colonel McCausland explained the Budapest summit postponement, noting Putin demands Ukrainian surrender before a ceasefire. He considered Tomahawks an escalation of firepower, but not a game-changer, with delivery now on hold. McCausland described the Gaza ceasefire as precarious, lacking discussion or plan for Hamas disarmament, which he views as the necessary "red line" for stability. He criticized the Pentagon's new policy blocking journalists from soliciting unauthorized information as an attempt by Secretary Hegseth to control information flow and increase opacity. 930-945 Steve Yates Discusses Australia-US Alliance Strength and Political Turmoil Affecting APEC Summit Steve Yates with John Batchelor Steve Yates confirmed the Trump-Albanese meeting was a net positive, accelerating AUKUS and securing a rare earth deal that addresses supply access. He noted the political turmoil in Beijing, highlighted by uncertainty over Xi Jinping's APEC attendance. This instability is abnormal and reinforces China's unstable political foundation. Yates suggested this instability should push allies to rely more on the first island chain as a reliable balance. 945-1000 Rick Fisher Reports on China's Reusable Rocket Deluge and US Moon Race Political Pressures Rick Fisher with John Batchelor Rick Fisher reported that China has 27 reusable space launch vehicle projects underway, predicting a "deluge" of cheap space services to compete with SpaceX. He noted that President Trump is alarmed that China may win the second race to the moon. Trump pressured NASA Administrator Duffy to open the Human Landing System competition to Blue Origin, signaling that politics and winning the race are paramount, regardless of competitor viability. China's first reusable booster test could occur before year-end. SECOND HOUR 10-1015 Colonel Newsham Discusses Promising US-Australia Rare Earth Deal and Canberra's Dual Strategy Toward China Grant Newsham with John Batchelor Colonel Grant Newsham discussed the promising US-Australia rare earth deal, noting Australia has vast mining capabilities to provide an alternative to China's dominance. China's threat to use export controls might spur free nations to develop alternative supply chains. Newsham noted Canberra is playing a "neat trick," maintaining a firm defense alliance with the US (AUKUS) while maintaining profitable economic ties with Beijing, reflecting an underlying "softness" toward China. 1015-1030 Colonel Newsham Discusses Promising US-Australia Rare Earth Deal and Canberra's Dual Strategy Toward China Grant Newsham with John Batchelor Colonel Grant Newsham discussed the promising US-Australia rare earth deal, noting Australia has vast mining capabilities to provide an alternative to China's dominance. China's threat to use export controls might spur free nations to develop alternative supply chains. Newsham noted Canberra is playing a "neat trick," maintaining a firm defense alliance with the US (AUKUS) while maintaining profitable economic ties with Beijing, reflecting an underlying "softness" toward China. 1030-1045 China's Property Crisis, Deflation, and Structural Obstacles to Consumption Anne Stevenson-Yang with John Batchelor Anne Stevenson-Yang discussed how the persistent property crater has severely dragged down fixed asset investment. Beijing aims to boost the economy via consumption, but the Chinese system is structurally built to communicate only with producers, not average consumers. Furthermore, the deflationary environment encourages people to delay purchases, waiting for lower prices. She views the Five-Year Plans mainly as an "amazing relic" used internally to motivate the sprawling government bureaucracies. 1045-1100 General Zhang Youxia Allegedly Leads PLA Purges Amid Internal CCP Power Struggle General Blaine Holt with John Batchelor General Blaine Holt reported that the purge of nine flag officers was allegedly executed by General Zhang Youxia, not Xi Jinping. Zhang, a top general, began the purges out of fear of becoming a target himself, indicating an internal "civil war" within the CCP factions opposing Xi. Zhang has secured elite military units loyal to him and the People's Liberation Army (PLA), rather than solely the Party, stabilizing the military amidst the turmoil. Zhang's life is at risk if Xi prevails.THIRD HOUR 1100-1115 Peter Berkowitz Analyzes Precarious Gaza Ceasefire and Deep Internal Political Tensions in Israel Peter Berkowitz with John Batchelor Peter Berkowitz stated the Gaza ceasefire is precarious and phase one is incomplete until all deceased hostages' remains are returned, aligning with Israeli public and governmental sentiment. Hamas may be stalling negotiations to rearm. Berkowitz noted sharp internal tensions in Israel, driven by opposition to Netanyahu, resentment over judicial reform, and economic exhaustion from military service. He finds it unlikely that the peace plan, which requires Hamas disarmament, will be fully realized. 1115-1130 Peter Berkowitz Analyzes Precarious Gaza Ceasefire and Deep Internal Political Tensions in Israel Peter Berkowitz with John Batchelor Peter Berkowitz stated the Gaza ceasefire is precarious and phase one is incomplete until all deceased hostages' remains are returned, aligning with Israeli public and governmental sentiment. Hamas may be stalling negotiations to rearm. Berkowitz noted sharp internal tensions in Israel, driven by opposition to Netanyahu, resentment over judicial reform, and economic exhaustion from military service. He finds it unlikely that the peace plan, which requires Hamas disarmament, will be fully realized. 1130-1145 GOP Voters Found More Moderate on Fiscal Issues and Driven by Cultural Anti-Progressivism, According to New Analysis Ryan Streeter with John Batchelor Ryan Streeter discussed findings showing Republican voters are more moderate than portrayed, especially on entitlement cuts. They prioritize a healthy economy and law and order. Isolationism is not prominent, though they oppose excessive foreign spending. MAGA Republicanism is defined primarily by cultural issues, like anti-progressivism and concern over immigration, often outweighing economic policies like tariffs. Streeter concludes that rank and file voters are not as radical as national politics suggest. 1145-1200 GOP Voters Found More Moderate on Fiscal Issues and Driven by Cultural Anti-Progressivism, According to New Analysis Ryan Streeter with John Batchelor Ryan Streeter discussed findings showing Republican voters are more moderate than portrayed, especially on entitlement cuts. They prioritize a healthy economy and law and order. Isolationism is not prominent, though they oppose excessive foreign spending. MAGA Republicanism is defined primarily by cultural issues, like anti-progressivism and concern over immigration, often outweighing economic policies like tariffs. Streeter concludes that rank and file voters are not as radical as national politics suggest. FOURTH HOUR 12-1215 Simon Constable Reports on Rising Commodity Prices Driven by Data Center Demand and European Political Turmoil Simon Constable with John Batchelor Simon Constable reported significant commodity price increases (copper up 14%, gold up 48%), driven by demand for data centers and AI. He criticized European reluctance to build needed data centers, stressing their necessity for the digital future. Constable noted President Macron fears Marine Le Pen's National Rally due to growing support stemming from concerns over unfettered immigration. He also criticized the UK Labour party's plan to tax professionals like dentists and doctors, predicting they will leave the country. 1215-1230 Simon Constable Reports on Rising Commodity Prices Driven by Data Center Demand and European Political Turmoil Simon Constable with John Batchelor Simon Constable reported significant commodity price increases (copper up 14%, gold up 48%), driven by demand for data centers and AI. He criticized European reluctance to build needed data centers, stressing their necessity for the digital future. Constable noted President Macron fears Marine Le Pen's National Rally due to growing support stemming from concerns over unfettered immigration. He also criticized the UK Labour party's plan to tax professionals like dentists and doctors, predicting they will leave the country. 1230-1245 Bob Zimmerman Criticizes NASA's Artemis Lunar Program as a "Management Disaster" Focused on Beating China Bob Zimmerman with John Batchelor Bob Zimmerman criticized NASA interim administrator Sean Duffy for focusing on SpaceX being "behind schedule," distracting from NASA's own delay of the Artemis mission to 2028 at the earliest. He called the Artemis plan an "unwieldy management disaster" designed haphazardly to give the SLS rocket a mission. The political push to beat China by 2028 creates a dangerous "one-time stunt." Zimmerman argues the private sector (SpaceX) is the real future of US space endeavors. 1245-100 AM Bob Zimmerman Criticizes NASA's Artemis Lunar Program as a "Management Disaster" Focused on Beating China Bob Zimmerman with John Batchelor Bob Zimmerman criticized NASA interim administrator Sean Duffy for focusing on SpaceX being "behind schedule," distracting from NASA's own delay of the Artemis mission to 2028 at the earliest. He called the Artemis plan an "unwieldy management disaster" designed haphazardly to give the SLS rocket a mission. The political push to beat China by 2028 creates a dangerous "one-time stunt." Zimmerman argues the private sector (SpaceX) is the real future of US space endeavors.
Colonel McCausland Discusses Postponed Budapest Summit, Gaza Ceasefire Instability, and Pentagon Information Control Jeff McCausland with John Batchelor Colonel McCausland explained the Budapest summit postponement, noting Putin demands Ukrainian surrender before a ceasefire. He considered Tomahawks an escalation of firepower, but not a game-changer, with delivery now on hold. McCausland described the Gaza ceasefire as precarious, lacking discussion or plan for Hamas disarmament, which he views as the necessary "red line" for stability. He criticized the Pentagon's new policy blocking journalists from soliciting unauthorized information as an attempt by Secretary Hegseth to control information flow and increase opacity. 1600
The US has announced new sanctions targeting Russia's two largest oil companies in an effort to persuade Moscow to negotiate a peace deal in Ukraine.The announcement came one day after US President Donald Trump said a planned meeting with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin in Budapest would be shelved indefinitely. Could this put pressure on Vladimir Putin to end his war with Ukraine?Also in the programme: A former British paratrooper has been found not guilty of murdering two people in shootings at a civil rights march in Northern Ireland in 1972 - an event which became known as "Bloody Sunday"; and the youngest-ever winner of the Nobel Peace Prize, Malala Yousafszai, tells us what it was like being accompanied by a security detail at university.(Photo shows US President Donald Trump at the White House in Washington DC on 17 October 2025. Credit: Aaron Schwartz/EPA)
In the last week, Volodymyr Zelensky failed to secure long-range Tomahawk missiles from Donald Trump during a reportendly heated meeting. Then, a planned summit in Budapest between the US and Russian presidents was called off by Trump who said it would have been a ‘waste of time'.But, the White House has now increased the pressure on the Kremlin announcing sanctions on Russia's two largest oil companies, a first for the Trump administration since his return to office. But will these sanctions be enough to push Putin to the negotiating table? Or will the Kremlin see them as an escalation? And as European leaders join Zelensky in insisting that any talks on ending the war in Ukraine should start with freezing the current front line, how should we interpret the Ukrainian leader's language?To answer your questions, Lucy and Vitaly are joined by the BBC's Europe Digital Editor Paul Kirby and senior digital journalist Laura Gozzi. The team also discuss the EU's plan for using frozen Russian assets to help Ukraine and what, if anything, Ukraine is doing to combat propaganda within Russia.Today's episode is presented by Lucy Hockings and Vitaly Shevchenko. The producers were Rufus Gray, Clare Williamson and Julia Webster. The technical producer was James Piper. The series producer is Chris Flynn. The senior news editor is Sam Bonham. Email Ukrainecast@bbc.co.uk with your questions and comments. You can also send us a message or voice note via WhatsApp, Signal or Telegram to +44 330 1239480You can join the Ukrainecast discussion on Newscast's Discord server here: tinyurl.com/ukrainecastdiscord
On 23 October 1956, thousands of students marched through Budapest calling for political reforms, free elections, and the withdrawal of Soviet troops. Over the next few weeks the revolution was brutally put ...
This week, Scott sat down with his Lawfare colleagues Senior Fellow Eric Columbus, Ukraine Fellow Anastasiia Lapatina, and Public Service Fellow Loren Voss to talk through the week's big news in national security, including:“Visiting Concessions.” President Trump once again turned his focus to the conflict in Ukraine, announcing last week that he and Russian President Vladimir Putin would be meeting to discuss the conflict in Budapest—though it's not clear Putin has agreed. This occurred just days before a planned visit to the White House by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, where Trump reportedly pressured him to make territorial concessions requested by Putin in exchange for an end to the conflict and failed to respond affirmatively to his requests for Tomahawk missiles and U.S. security commitments. Is this a real shift in the U.S. position? And what might it mean for the broader conflict?“Posse ComiSCOTUS.” After months of litigation in the lower courts, the Trump administration has finally gone to the Supreme Court regarding the legality of its domestic military deployments, seeking a stay on an injunction on its planned deployment to Chicago that was recently left in place by the Seventh Circuit. How big a decision point is this in terms of the legal authorities around domestic military deployments? And how does the Court seem poised to rule?“Material Contort.” Just weeks after designating ANTIFA a “domestic terrorism organization,” the Trump administration has brought its first set of related criminal charges, relating to a July event at a Texas immigration detention facility that left one police officer shot in the neck. The indictment includes charges under the material support for terrorism statute—but probably not the one you're thinking of. How much does the indictment stretch the usual use of these statutes? And what does it tell us about the Trump administration's anti-ANTIFA campaign?In object lessons, Loren thinks we should play more and recommends Wayside Farm for a pumpkin-picking, maize-mazing good time. Eric thinks we should get cozy more with a second-skin, chambray-shirt classic. Scott thinks we should reflect more with a majorly-meditative, lightlessly-enlightening retreat. And Nastya thinks we should read more with eloquent-essayist Zadie Smith's cultural commentary, “Feel Free.” To receive ad-free podcasts, become a Lawfare Material Supporter at www.patreon.com/lawfare. You can also support Lawfare by making a one-time donation at https://givebutter.com/lawfare-institute.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
High-Stakes Diplomacy: US-Russia Peace Talks and CCP Uncertainty Mary Kissel, Stephens Inc., with John Batchelor Kissel analyzes the proposed Trump-Putin meeting in Budapest, suggesting the postponement indicates the US hasn't gained enough leverage to truly incentivize Russia. She labels Russian diplomatic language as manipulation and "verbal mush." Kissel also addresses the rolling purges of generals in the CCP during the Fourth Plenum. She cautions that without transparency, it remains unclear whether these actions consolidate or weaken Xi Jinping's grip on power. 1892 CENTRAL ASIA
High-Stakes Diplomacy: US-Russia Peace Talks and CCP Uncertainty Mary Kissel, Stephens Inc., with John Batchelor Kissel analyzes the proposed Trump-Putin meeting in Budapest, suggesting the postponement indicates the US hasn't gained enough leverage to truly incentivize Russia. She labels Russian diplomatic language as manipulation and "verbal mush." Kissel also addresses the rolling purges of generals in the CCP during the Fourth Plenum. She cautions that without transparency, it remains unclear whether these actions consolidate or weaken Xi Jinping's grip on power. 1896 WESTERN SIBERIA
This week, Scott sat down with his Lawfare colleagues Senior Fellow Eric Columbus, Ukraine Fellow Anastasiia Lapatina, and Public Service Fellow Loren Voss to talk through the week's big news in national security, including:“Visiting Concessions.” President Trump once again turned his focus to the conflict in Ukraine, announcing last week that he and Russian President Vladimir Putin would be meeting to discuss the conflict in Budapest—though it's not clear Putin has agreed. This occurred just days before a planned visit to the White House by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, where Trump reportedly pressured him to make territorial concessions requested by Putin in exchange for an end to the conflict and failed to respond affirmatively to his requests for Tomahawk missiles and U.S. security commitments. Is this a real shift in the U.S. position? And what might it mean for the broader conflict?“Posse ComiSCOTUS.” After months of litigation in the lower courts, the Trump administration has finally gone to the Supreme Court regarding the legality of its domestic military deployments, seeking a stay on an injunction on its planned deployment to Chicago that was recently left in place by the Seventh Circuit. How big a decision point is this in terms of the legal authorities around domestic military deployments? And how does the Court seem poised to rule?“Material Contort.” Just weeks after designating ANTIFA a “domestic terrorism organization,” the Trump administration has brought its first set of related criminal charges, relating to a July event at a Texas immigration detention facility that left one police officer shot in the neck. The indictment includes charges under the material support for terrorism statute—but probably not the one you're thinking of. How much does the indictment stretch the usual use of these statutes? And what does it tell us about the Trump administration's anti-ANTIFA campaign?In object lessons, Loren thinks we should play more and recommends Wayside Farm for a pumpkin-picking, maize-mazing good time. Eric thinks we should get cozy more with a second-skin, chambray-shirt classic. Scott thinks we should reflect more with a majorly-meditative, lightlessly-enlightening retreat. And Nastya thinks we should read more with eloquent-essayist Zadie Smith's cultural commentary, “Feel Free.” To receive ad-free podcasts, become a Lawfare Material Supporter at www.patreon.com/lawfare. You can also support Lawfare by making a one-time donation at https://givebutter.com/lawfare-institute. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dr. Mehmet Oz, administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, joins Meet the Press NOW to talk about the Affordable Care Act and says President Trump has a plan to replace it. Rep. Adam Smith (D-Wash.), the ranking member on the House Armed Services Committee, reacts to the canceled meeting between President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Budapest. NBC News Senior Homeland Security Correspondent Julia Ainsley reports on new ICE agent recruits who were placed into the agency's training program without full vetting. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Day 1,337.Today, after Vladimir Putin defied Donald Trump to wreck the proposed Budapest peace talks, we report how overnight attacks ended with children having to be evacuated from a burning kindergarten in Kharkiv after it was hit in a Russian drone strike. Plus, British-supplied Storm Shadow cruise missiles hit their targets in Russia and, later, we hear about how for civilians in Ukraine, learning the specific sound of drones can be a matter of life or death… and how their buzzing can stay with survivors a long time after the attack.Please note, this episode features real sounds of drones from the frontline.Contributors:Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor of Defence). @DomNicholls on X.Adélie Pojzman-Pontay (Journalist and Producer). @adeliepjz on X.Kieran Kelly (Foreign Reporter).SIGN UP TO THE ‘UKRAINE: THE LATEST' WEEKLY NEWSLETTER:http://telegraph.co.uk/ukrainenewsletter Each week, Dom Nicholls and Francis Dearnley answer your questions, provide recommended reading, and give exclusive analysis and behind-the-scenes insights – plus maps of the frontlines and diagrams of weapons to complement our daily reporting. It's free for everyone, including non-subscribers.CONTENT REFERENCED:Putin defies Trump to wreck Ukraine peace talks (Connor Stringer and Joe Barnes in The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/us/news/2025/10/21/trump-no-longer-plans-meet-putin-hungary Ukraine strikes Russia with British Storm Shadow missiles (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/10/22/british-storm-shadow-missiles-strike-russia-chemical-plant/ Germany wants to use Iceland as a logistics base for the Navy (Hartpunkt):https://www.hartpunkt.de/pistorius-sieht-island-als-logistik-basis-fuer-die-marine/ Europe and Ukraine Prepare 12-Point Proposal to End Russia's War, Bloomberghttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-10-21/europe-and-ukraine-prepare-12-point-proposal-to-end-russia-s-warRussia's Lvova-Belova Admits to Kidnapping Ukrainian Orphan to Russia Despite His Resistancehttps://united24media.com/latest-news/russias-lvova-belova-admits-to-kidnapping-ukrainian-orphan-to-russia-despite-his-resistance-12679The War of Sound, The Telegraphhttps://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/The-War-of-Sound/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
-- On the Show: -- Abigail Spanberger, Democratic Nominee for Governor of Virginia, joins us to discuss her race against Republican Winsome Earle-Sears on November 4th -- Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson calls for a nationwide general strike as millions rally under the “No Kings” banner demanding collective power and accountability -- Donald Trump secretly begins demolishing parts of the White House to build a $250 million ballroom, bypassing oversight and sparking outrage over his disregard for history -- New analysis shows New England and New York could thrive independently as one of the richest nations, exposing red‑state dependence on federal subsidies -- Trump stumbles through incoherent interviews about China, healthcare, and foreign leaders, revealing worsening cognitive decline and erratic behavior -- White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt responds “your mom did” to a reporter asking why Trump and Putin will meet in Budapest, escalating the administration's immaturity -- Trump attacks GOP Rep. Thomas Massie after he demands the release of the Epstein files, fueling speculation that the president fears what the documents will reveal -- A ProPublica investigation finds Trump expanding anonymous federal forces with unmarked vehicles and warrantless arrests, echoing classic authoritarian secret‑police tactics -- On the Bonus Show: Americans can't afford their car payments, the Supreme Court will weigh in on gun rights for drug users, Seth Moulton challenges Ed Markey for Senate as Dan Koh enters the race for Congress, and much more...
LONDINIUM 91 AD. Carthage, Gaza, and the Risk of Unhealable Imperial Wounds. Gaius and Germanicus open by reviewing recent international news, including a major ceasefire signing hosted by Mr. Trump and proposals for US-Russia talks in Budapest, moderated by Mr. Orbán. The conversation pivots to the analogy between the Roman destruction and subsequent revival of Carthage and the modern conflict in Gaza. Despite being destroyed in 146 BCE, Carthage became prosperous and essential to the Western Roman Empire's bread basket centuries later. Gaza, however, is a "wholly symbolic artifact of contention." Germanicus observes that Israel's dependence on the US to preserve its vision, which currently requires the emptying and incorporation of Gaza, tests the West's moral standards regarding the conduct of war. The hosts discuss whether reconciliation can occur over historical time. However, if Israel forces an expulsion of the people of Gaza—mirroring what the Romans did to Israel—the resulting transgression will be so great that the wound will become "codified in the very identity of the people who were wronged" and never heal. This unforgiven wrong risks the long-term disappearance of the US and Israel, much like how the memory of the Roman presence in North Africa was "expunged and wiped away." 1569 LONDINIUM
In this episode of The President's Daily Brief: Israel has launched new airstrikes in Gaza, accusing Hamas of a “bold violation” of the Trump-brokered ceasefire. We'll break down what triggered the strikes—and what it means for the fragile truce. President Trump remains non-committal on sending Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine, even as the White House announces another summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin—this time in Budapest. And after a week of cross-border fighting, Pakistan and Afghanistan have agreed to a new ceasefire. And in today's Back of the Brief—we'll turn to a story that hasn't been getting nearly enough attention. Historic flooding has torn through remote Alaskan communities, destroying homes and forcing hundreds to evacuate. To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com.Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybriefTrue Classic: Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at https://trueclassic.com/PDB #trueclassicpodTriTails Premium Beef: Build the kind of tradition your family will remember. Visit https://trybeef.com/pdbAmerican Financing: Call American Financing today to find out how customers are saving an avg of $800/mo. NMLS 182334, nmlsconsumeraccess.org. APR for rates in the 5s start at 6.196% for well qualified borrowers. Call 866-885-1881 for details about credit costs and terms. Visit http://www.AmericanFinancing.net/PDB Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Day 1,335.Today, as the world digests the outcome of the White House meeting between Presidents Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky, we examine why the lack of progress on Tomahawk missiles caught many observers off guard. We also explore the significance – if any – of Trump's planned talks with Vladimir Putin in Budapest, widely seen as part of the Kremlin's strategy to stall for time. Plus, we report on another slow weekend at the front, continued Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil and gas facilities, and hear from a leading professor on what it would take to achieve a genuine breakthrough in peace negotiations.Contributors:Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor of Defence). @DomNicholls on X.Francis Dearnley (Executive Editor for Audio). @FrancisDearnley on X.With thanks to Professor Robert Person (Non-Resident Senior Fellow in the Foreign Policy Research Institute's Eurasia Program). @RTPerson3 on X.MORE TICKETS JUST RELEASED FOR 'UKRAINE: THE LATEST' LIVE, IN-PERSON:Join us for an in-person discussion and Q&A at the distinguished Honourable Artillery Company in London on 22nd October starting at 7pm.Our panel includes General Sir Richard Barrons, former head of UK Joint Forces Command and latterly one of the authors of Britain's Strategic Defence Review, and Orysia Lutsevych, head of the Ukraine Forum at the Chatham House think tank. Tickets are open to everybody and can be purchased at: https://www.squadup.com/events/ukraineliveCONTENT REFERENCED:Zelensky offers Trump drones for Tomahawks (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/us/news/2025/10/17/zelenksy-meets-trump-white-house-live-updates/ Trump envoy pushes Ukraine to surrender Donetsk to Russia (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/10/19/trump-envoy-pushes-ukraine-donetsk-russia-war-peace-witkoff/ Pete Hegseth's tie causes diplomatic spat (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/us/news/2025/10/19/pete-hegseth-tie-causes-diplomatic-spat/ Trump tells Ukraine: Accept Putin's demands ‘or be destroyed' (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/world-news/2025/10/19/trump-tells-ukraine-accept-putin-demands-or-be-destroyed/ Pete Hegseth's tie causes diplomatic spat (The Telegraph):https://www.telegraph.co.uk/us/news/2025/10/19/pete-hegseth-tie-causes-diplomatic-spat/ Ukraine's most prestigious military units are run like businesses: (The Economist): https://www.economist.com/europe/2025/10/14/ukraines-most-prestigious-military-units-are-run-like-businesses?utm_campaign=shared_article Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR 29224 THE SHOW BEGINS IN THE DOUBTS ABOUT THE ESCALATION OF RHETORIC IN THE UKRAINE WAR,.. FIRST HOUR 9-915 US-Russia Summit in Budapest Amid Ukraine Escalation Fears. Anatol Lieven discusses how US President Trump and Russian President Putin agreed to meet in Budapest to discuss ending the Ukraine conflict following a productive call. The meeting, hosted in Viktor Orbán's Hungary, aims to reduce extreme tensions and avoid direct clashes between Russia and NATO. Discussion points include potential territorial compromise in Donbas and concerns over deploying Tomahawk missiles, which Russia views as a major escalation. 915-930 US-Russia Summit in Budapest Amid Ukraine Escalation Fears. Anatol Lieven discusses how US President Trump and Russian President Putin agreed to meet in Budapest to discuss ending the Ukraine conflict following a productive call. The meeting, hosted in Viktor Orbán's Hungary, aims to reduce extreme tensions and avoid direct clashes between Russia and NATO. Discussion points include potential territorial compromise in Donbas and concerns over deploying Tomahawk missiles, which Russia views as a major escalation. 930-945 China's Tech Espionage and the Difficulty of Reverse Engineering Advanced Chip Tools. Chris Riegel discusses how TSMC and ASML technology face constant threats from Chinese industrial espionage. ASML's chipmaking tools are highly complex, making reverse engineering nearly impossible. Europe is waking up to the risks; recently, the Dutch government seized China-owned chipmaker Nexperia. China is estimated to be two to three years behind US high-end chip technology and requires access to advanced ASML tools to catch up. 945-1000 Hostage Situation and Political Realities in Gaza Ceasefire. Cliff May explains how the Gaza ceasefire focuses on the return of hostages, with 19 (including two Americans) still unaccounted for. Hamas is suspected of withholding hostages to retain bargaining power and resist relinquishing political control in phase two of the peace plan. Rhetoric about regional forces disarming Hamas is dismissed. May notes that in the Middle East, there are only permanent battles, viewing the current truce as a hudna, allowing jihadists to regroup and rearm. SECOND HOUR 10-1015 US Escalates Pressure on Maduro Following Machado's Nobel Prize. Evan Ellis discusses how, following the Nobel Peace Prize awarded to opposition leader María Corina Machado, the US escalated pressure on Venezuela. President Trump authorized CIA operations, coupled with naval deployments and B-52 overflights, to pressure the Maduro regime. The goal is triggering a tipping point where Maduro's inner circle calculates that leaving is preferable to facing US action. Separately, Peru's President Boluarte was ousted due to corruption and the nation's struggle with extreme urban violence and illegal mining. 1015-1030 US Escalates Pressure on Maduro Following Machado's Nobel Prize. Evan Ellis discusses how, following the Nobel Peace Prize awarded to opposition leader María Corina Machado, the US escalated pressure on Venezuela. President Trump authorized CIA operations, coupled with naval deployments and B-52 overflights, to pressure the Maduro regime. The goal is triggering a tipping point where Maduro's inner circle calculates that leaving is preferable to facing US action. Separately, Peru's President Boluarte was ousted due to corruption and the nation's struggle with extreme urban violence and illegal mining. 1030-1045 US Escalates Pressure on Maduro Following Machado's Nobel Prize. Evan Ellis discusses how, following the Nobel Peace Prize awarded to opposition leader María Corina Machado, the US escalated pressure on Venezuela. President Trump authorized CIA operations, coupled with naval deployments and B-52 overflights, to pressure the Maduro regime. The goal is triggering a tipping point where Maduro's inner circle calculates that leaving is preferable to facing US action. Separately, Peru's President Boluarte was ousted due to corruption and the nation's struggle with extreme urban violence and illegal mining. 1045-1100 US Escalates Pressure on Maduro Following Machado's Nobel Prize. Evan Ellis discusses how, following the Nobel Peace Prize awarded to opposition leader María Corina Machado, the US escalated pressure on Venezuela. President Trump authorized CIA operations, coupled with naval deployments and B-52 overflights, to pressure the Maduro regime. The goal is triggering a tipping point where Maduro's inner circle calculates that leaving is preferable to facing US action. Separately, Peru's President Boluarte was ousted due to corruption and the nation's struggle with extreme urban violence and illegal mining. THIRD HOUR 1100-1115 Iran's Women-Led Uprising: Origins, Brutality, and Defiance. Nilo Tabrizy discusses how the Iranian women-led uprising, detailed in For the Sun After Long Nights, was triggered by the 2022 murder of Mahsa Amini by the morality police. The slogan "Woman, Life, Freedom" (Zan, Zendegi, Azadi) is the rallying cry. The regime's brutality is severe, suppressing protests through executions. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) acts as an octopus, maintaining control across society. Defiance continues today, demonstrated by women actively ignoring state-mandated dress codes. 1115-1130 Iran's Women-Led Uprising: Origins, Brutality, and Defiance. Nilo Tabrizy discusses how the Iranian women-led uprising, detailed in For the Sun After Long Nights, was triggered by the 2022 murder of Mahsa Amini by the morality police. The slogan "Woman, Life, Freedom" (Zan, Zendegi, Azadi) is the rallying cry. The regime's brutality is severe, suppressing protests through executions. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) acts as an octopus, maintaining control across society. Defiance continues today, demonstrated by women actively ignoring state-mandated dress codes. 1130-1145 Iran's Women-Led Uprising: Origins, Brutality, and Defiance. Nilo Tabrizy discusses how the Iranian women-led uprising, detailed in For the Sun After Long Nights, was triggered by the 2022 murder of Mahsa Amini by the morality police. The slogan "Woman, Life, Freedom" (Zan, Zendegi, Azadi) is the rallying cry. The regime's brutality is severe, suppressing protests through executions. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) acts as an octopus, maintaining control across society. Defiance continues today, demonstrated by women actively ignoring state-mandated dress codes. 1145-1200 Iran's Women-Led Uprising: Origins, Brutality, and Defiance. Nilo Tabrizy discusses how the Iranian women-led uprising, detailed in For the Sun After Long Nights, was triggered by the 2022 murder of Mahsa Amini by the morality police. The slogan "Woman, Life, Freedom" (Zan, Zendegi, Azadi) is the rallying cry. The regime's brutality is severe, suppressing protests through executions. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) acts as an octopus, maintaining control across society. Defiance continues today, demonstrated by women actively ignoring state-mandated dress codes. FOURTH HOUR 12-1215 US Military Pressure Campaigns Maduro Amid Silence from Regional Allies. Mary Anastasia O'Grady explains how Venezuela's illegitimate leader, Maduro, faces escalating pressure from the US, including a Navy flotilla, B-52 flights, and authorized CIA operations. The goal is to compel Maduro and his generals, who profit from transnational crime, to flee. The silence from traditional allies like Russia and China suggests they lack political justification to defend Maduro's record. However, Mexico's president offered no comment regarding Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado, reflecting leftist sympathies. 1215-1230 Tariffs Harm Consumers, Reduce Hiring, and Cause Customs Backlogs. Veronique De Rugy explains how tariffs are costing American consumers and businesses over 80% of the expense, leading to higher prices and reduced corporate margins. The tariff policy is harming the job market, causing 40% of CEOs to pause hiring and investments. Customs authorities are overwhelmed by the volume of small packages now requiring assessment, causing significant backlogs and lost goods for consumers. Special interests are expanding the tariff application to derivative products, such as peanut butter packaged in metal containers. 1230-1245 Russia Debates Orbit and Costs for Post-ISS Space Station. Anatoly Zak explains how Roscosmos faces a debate over the orbit of its new space station: a low-inclination 51-degree orbit or a more expensive near-polar orbit. The polar orbit offers strategic Arctic observation but increases radiation risk and reduces payload capacity. Economic realities may push Roscosmos toward the cheaper 51-degree orbit, possibly using existing ISS infrastructure, to ensure an operational station for cosmonauts by 2031. 1245-100 AM Russia Debates Orbit and Costs for Post-ISS Space Station. Anatoly Zak explains how Roscosmos faces a debate over the orbit of its new space station: a low-inclination 51-degree orbit or a more expensive near-polar orbit. The polar orbit offers strategic Arctic observation but increases radiation risk and reduces payload capacity. Economic realities may push Roscosmos toward the cheaper 51-degree orbit, possibly using existing ISS infrastructure, to ensure an operational station for cosmonauts by 2031.
US-Russia Summit in Budapest Amid Ukraine Escalation Fears. Anatol Lieven discusses how US President Trump and Russian President Putin agreed to meet in Budapest to discuss ending the Ukraine conflict following a productive call. The meeting, hosted in Viktor Orbán's Hungary, aims to reduce extreme tensions and avoid direct clashes between Russia and NATO. Discussion points include potential territorial compromise in Donbas and concerns over deploying Tomahawk missiles, which Russia views as a major escalation. 1686 BUDAPEST
Meet my friends, Clay Travis and Buck Sexton! If you love Verdict, the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show might also be in your audio wheelhouse. Politics, news analysis, and some pop culture and comedy thrown in too. Here’s a sample episode recapping four Tuesday/Thursday takeaways. Give the guys a listen and then follow and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Trump is Feelin' It President Donald Trump’s high-stakes diplomacy, including his call with Vladimir Putin and efforts to broker peace between Russia and Ukraine. They analyze Trump’s strategy to pressure Russia by potentially supplying Ukraine with long-range weapons capable of striking inside Russian territory, and the economic leverage involving oil and gas markets. The conversation expands to Trump’s simultaneous trade showdown with China, highlighting looming 100% tariffs on Chinese goods and the global battle over rare earth minerals critical to modern technology. The hosts explore whether Trump can realistically achieve a ceasefire in Ukraine, the risks of escalation—including nuclear threats—and the role of frozen Russian assets in Europe as a potential game-changer. They also touch on U.S. defense production challenges, noting America’s limited capacity to ramp up weapons manufacturing compared to Russia’s reserves, and how winter conditions in Ukraine could stall battlefield advances and open a window for negotiations. Clean Up on Isle Amanpour A sharp critique of CNN’s Christiane Amanpour after her controversial claim that Israeli hostages were “treated better than the average Gazan.” Clay and Buck play the original clip and her subsequent apology, arguing that her first statement reveals the media’s bias toward Hamas narratives. They dismantle myths of “genocide” and “starvation” in Gaza, underscore Hamas’s use of civilians as human shields, and stress the moral clarity of Israel’s position in the conflict. The conversation pivots to major breaking news: President Donald Trump’s tweet summarizing his lengthy call with Vladimir Putin. Trump described the exchange as “very productive,” noting Putin congratulated him on Middle East peace efforts and agreed to high-level talks aimed at ending the Russia-Ukraine war. Clay and Buck analyze the geopolitical stakes, including Trump’s upcoming Oval Office meeting with President Zelensky, Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s role in negotiations, and Hungary as a potential summit location. Mamdani is Wrong About Everything New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani and his Fox News interview with Martha MacCallum. Clay and Buck critique Mamdani’s evasive answers on whether Hamas should disarm, comparing his rhetorical style to Abigail Spanberger’s non-answers. They warn that Mamdani’s progressive proposals—such as rent freezes and city-run grocery stores—reflect economic illiteracy that worsens housing affordability and cost-of-living crises. The hosts draw parallels to California’s regulatory failures and Canada’s housing costs, arguing government overreach drives prices higher. Democrats Have Become a Slur President Donald Trump’s multi-hour call with Vladimir Putin, which Trump says will lead to high-level advisor meetings and a future summit in Budapest aimed at ending the Russia-Ukraine war. Clay and Buck examine Trump’s diplomatic momentum following the Gaza peace deal and discuss whether his approach could reshape global negotiations. The conversation shifts to domestic politics, spotlighting New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani and his Fox News interview with Martha MacCallum. Mamdani refused to credit Trump for the Gaza peace agreement, calling it “too early,” and offered vague answers on Hamas disarmament. Clay and Buck critique Mamdani’s progressive agenda—tax hikes, rent freezes, and city-run grocery stores—arguing these policies would harm New York’s economy and worsen affordability. They also highlight Mamdani’s recent apology to police for past “defund” rhetoric, framing it as political damage control. Make sure you never miss a second of the show by subscribing to the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton show podcast wherever you get your podcasts: ihr.fm/3InlkL8 For the latest updates from Clay and Buck: https://www.clayandbuck.com/ Connect with Clay Travis and Buck Sexton on Social Media: X - https://x.com/clayandbuck FB - https://www.facebook.com/ClayandBuck/ IG - https://www.instagram.com/clayandbuck/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/clayandbuck Rumble - https://rumble.com/c/ClayandBuck TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@clayandbuck YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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