Podcasts about Foreign policy

Can mindfulness actually make you a better business leader? In this episode of Behind The Numbers With Dave Bookbinder, we're exploring a transformative approach to entrepreneurship with Sid Mohasseb—author, TEDx speaker, angel investor, and self-described Entrepreneur Philosopher. As the founder of Anabasis Academy, Sid offers a powerful framework that blends mindfulness and business strategy to unlock human potential. Sid shares why he believes everyone has the capacity to be an entrepreneur—not just in starting companies, but in how we approach decisions and change. He breaks down his philosophy of mindfulness as a tool for active awareness—a way to confront our biases, manage emotions, and ultimately make smarter choices in business and life. We also discuss how organizations can thrive when they operate as platforms supported by five key pillars: employees, customers, partners, investors, and society. Sid brings these ideas to life with compelling stories and actionable insights that challenge conventional thinking. If you're ready to rethink your approach to leadership, decision-making, and value creation, this episode is for you. About Our Guest: Sid Mohasseb is known as the “Entrepreneur philosopher.”  Sid is twice best-selling author (“You Are Not Them: The Authentic Entrepreneurs Way” and “The Caterpillar's Edge: Evolve, Evolve Again and Thrive in Business”), a university professor at both engineering and Business School, a 2 time TED speaker, an advisor to fortune 500 leaders and an innovation thought leader who has built multiple companies and invested in many more. Sid is the founder of the Anabasis Academy, a global movement fusing mindfulness and entrepreneurship. He is a frequent contributor to Forbes, TIME, Newsweek, USAToday, Fox, Independent, Foreign Policy, Globe, London School of Economics, and Harvard Business Review. About the Host: Dave Bookbinder is known as an expert in business valuation and he is the person that business owners and entrepreneurs reach out to when they need to know what their most important assets are worth. Known as a collaborative adviser, Dave has served thousands of client companies of all sizes and industries.  Dave is the author of two #1 best-selling books about the impact of human capital (PEOPLE!) on the valuation of a business enterprise called The NEW ROI: Return On Individuals & The NEW ROI: Going Behind The Numbers.  He's on a mission to change the conversation about how the accounting world recognizes the value of people's contributions to a business enterprise, and to quantify what every CEO on the planet claims: “Our people are this company's most valuable asset.” Dave's book, A Valuation Toolbox for Business Owners and Their Advisors: Things Every Business Owner Should Know, was recognized as a top new release in Business and Valuation and is designed to provide practical insights and tools to help understand what really drives business value, how to prepare for an exit, and just make better decisions. He's also the host of the highly rated Behind The Numbers With Dave Bookbinder business podcast which is enjoyed in more than 100 countries.

Emma Ashford, Senior Fellow at the Stimson Center, discusses her book First Among Equals: U.S. Foreign Policy in a Multipolar World, forthcoming from Yale University Press. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

South Korea and China have a complex relationship characterized by economic interdependence, strategic competition, and regional security concerns. Navigating this delicate balance has been a defining challenge for every South Korean president. Newly elected President Lee Jae Myung has assumed power at a time of increasing US-China strategic competition as well as uncertain global supply chains and growing threat from North Korea. Could this new administration mark a shift in Seoul's approach to Beijing? Or will President Lee maintain strategies similar to that of President Yoon?To discuss ROK-China relations, and President Lee's approach to this intricate issue, we are joined on the podcast today by Dr. Ramon Pacheco-Pardo. He is a professor of international relations at King's College London and the KF-VUB Korea Chair at the Center for Security, Diplomacy and Strategy in the Brussels School of Governance. He is also an adjunct fellow with the Korea Chair at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, and the author of several books on the domestic affairs and foreign policy of South and North Korea.  Timestamps[00:00] Start[01:44] “[P]ragmatic diplomacy centered on national interests”[05:06] State of Play for Sino-South Korean Relations[09:56] Balancing Between the United States and China[14:47] China Taking Advantage of US-ROK Frictions [19:03] Economic Interdependence as a Leverage[25:39] Xi Jinping Attending APEC South Korea 2025[31:11] American Pressure on Allies to Protect Taiwan

00:08 — John Feffer is Director of Foreign Policy in Focus. 00:33 — Dr. John Swartzberg, clinical professor emeritus of infectious diseases at UC Berkeley's School of Public Health. The post Russia's War in Ukraine; Plus, Corona Calls appeared first on KPFA.

Listen in on many of the foreign policy discussions about Vietnam that take place at think tanks and government seminars in Washington, D.C., and you'll hear this sense of optimism that "Hanoi is on our side." They see Vietnam's historical suspicions of China and the country's ongoing territorial disputes in the South China Sea as key indicators that Hanoi will eventually join a U.S.-led coalition to counter China. Those presumptions, however, are wrong, according to Khang Vu, a leading Vietnamese political scientist and visiting scholar at Boston College. Khang joins Eric to explain why the U.S. is overestimating its military and trade leverage with Vietnam. SHOW NOTES: The Diplomat: Why Vietnam Will Not Balance Against China by Khang Vu The Diplomat: Trump's Tariffs Won't Change the Trajectory of Vietnam's Foreign Policy by Khang Vu The Diplomat: With China Visit, Vietnam's To Lam Reinforces Bilateral Political Trust by Khang Vu JOIN THE DISCUSSION: X: @ChinaGSProject | @eric_olander Facebook: www.facebook.com/ChinaAfricaProject YouTube: www.youtube.com/@ChinaGlobalSouth Now on Bluesky! Follow CGSP at @chinagsproject.bsky.social FOLLOW CGSP IN FRENCH AND ARABIC: Français: www.projetafriquechine.com | @AfrikChine Arabic: عربي: www.alsin-alsharqalawsat.com | @SinSharqAwsat JOIN US ON PATREON! Become a CGSP Patreon member and get all sorts of cool stuff, including our Week in Review report, an invitation to join monthly Zoom calls with Eric & Cobus, and even an awesome new CGSP Podcast mug! www.patreon.com/chinaglobalsouth

Jacob interviews Dr. Van Jackson, an international relations scholar specializing in East Asian and Pacific security. They discuss the accelerating pace and volatility of U.S. foreign policy, characterizing Trump-era actions as part of a broader counter-revolutionary, oligarchic project. Van critiques both major U.S. parties and highlights the risk of diversionary wars as legitimacy crises grow. They explore the geopolitics of Iran, Israel, and China, and conclude with insights on North Korea and potential U.S. troop withdrawal from South Korea, outlining a rare “win-win-win” scenario for all parties on the Korean Peninsula.--Timestamps:(00:00) - Introduction(04:52) - Discussion on US Power and Global Politics(08:30) - Middle East Policy and US-Israel Relations(16:30) - Defining Fascism and White Nationalism(23:32) - Trump's Base and Political Dynamics(30:07) - Potential Diversionary Conflicts and Foreign Policy(35:19) - The Inevitability of War with China(35:52) - China's Strategic Interests in Taiwan and the South China Sea(36:49) - The Role of Allies in US-China Relations(38:25) - The Controversy Over Arming Allies(40:57) - Trump's Foreign Policy and Its Impact on Alliances(42:56) - Japan and South Korea's Dilemma(46:42) - The Future of US Hegemony and Global Alliances(51:01) - The Role of the Democratic Party in US Politics(58:52) - North Korea's Nuclear Deterrent and US Relations(01:05:15) - Potential US Troop Withdrawal from South Korea(01:08:49) - Conclusion and Final Thoughts--Jacob Shapiro Site: jacobshapiro.comJacob Shapiro LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jacob-l-s-a9337416Jacob Twitter: x.com/JacobShapJacob Shapiro Substack: jashap.substack.com/subscribe --The Jacob Shapiro Show is produced and edited by Audiographies LLC. More information at audiographies.com --Jacob Shapiro is a speaker, consultant, author, and researcher covering global politics and affairs, economics, markets, technology, history, and culture. He speaks to audiences of all sizes around the world, helps global multinationals make strategic decisions about political risks and opportunities, and works directly with investors to grow and protect their assets in today's volatile global environment. His insights help audiences across industries like finance, agriculture, and energy make sense of the world.--This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podtrac - https://analytics.podtrac.com/privacy-policy-gdrp

Trump has said he's "very, very unhappy" with Russia, and threatened severe tariffs against them if there's no deal on Ukraine within 50 days. He's also sending more weapons to Ukraine in coordination with NATO. What's behind his change of heart on foreign policy, and how's his MAGA base responding? Freddy Gray is joined by deputy US editor Kate Andrews, and Sergey Radchenko, professor at the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies.You can watch this episode here: https://youtu.be/J_QvBDhAGgU

Greetings, and welcome back to the podcast. This episode we are joined by Mr. Bob McNally - founder and president of Rapidan Energy Group - an independent energy market, policy, and geopolitical analysis firm based in the Washington, DC area.Bob's 34-year career includes service as a White House energy advisor to President George W. Bush, an oil market analyst, and a hedge fund strategist at Tudor Investment Corporation. His acclaimed book Crude Volatility: The History and the Future of Boom-Bust Oil Prices (Columbia University Press, 2017) received the Honorable Mention in Economics in the 2018 PROSE Awards; the 2023 IAEE Marcel Boiteux Best International Energy Economics Book Award; and the 2024 USAEE Adelman-Frankel Award for unique and innovative contribution to the field of energy economics.Leading media outlets regularly interview Bob, who frequently testifies before Congress on energy markets and national security. From 2001 to 2003, he served as Special Assistant to the President on the White House National Economic Council and, in 2003, Senior Director for International Energy on the National Security Council.Bob earned his B.A./B.S. in Political Science and International Relations from American University and his M.A. in International Economics and Foreign Policy from Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS).Among other things we discussed The White House Days & How Swing Producers Affect Oil Prices.Thank you to our sponsors.Without their support this episode would not be possible:Connate Water SolutionsATB Capital MarketsEPACAstro Rentals JSGSupport the show

Join Washington Examiner Senior Writer David Harsanyi and Federalist Editor-In-Chief Mollie Hemingway as they discuss whether the Biden White House will face accountability for its alleged autopen scandal, dive into the Epstein files controversy, and analyze the Turning Point USA foreign policy debate between Dave Smith and Josh Hammer. Mollie and David also share their thoughts on French musical group Kid Francescoli, the third installment of The Godfather trilogy, and several of their current reads.If you care about combating the corrupt media that continue to inflict devastating damage, please give a gift to help The Federalist do the real journalism America needs.

Judge Andrew Napolitano and journalist Max Blumenthal dissect growing dissent within Trump's "America First" base amid the administration's refusal to release Epstein files—shifting from denial to conspiracy claims. Blumenthal, reporting from a GOP meeting, reveals lawmakers dodging the issue while Israeli interference in U.S. politics escalates over Epstein's alleged Mossad ties. Meanwhile, Trump's foreign policy reversals—arming Ukraine, attacking Iran, and deferring to Netanyahu—alienate core supporters. The discussion spans GOP infighting, Israeli threats to U.S. commentators, and Iran's strategic dilemmas. Blumenthal argues Trump's broken promises expose his vulnerability to neocon and Israeli influence, fracturing his populist coalition. A revealing analysis of political betrayal and elite power struggles.

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Will discusses what motivates Commander-In-chief Trump; why Iran is not Iraq; and how arming Ukraine is deterrence (think China). Also on the show: Trump's string of Supreme Court victories and Adam Schiff's fraud problem.

Andy Kim, U.S. Senator (D NJ), talks about his work in the Senate and the issues in New Jersey. Topics this month include FEMA disaster relief, Trump's recent statements related to military aid for South Korea and Ukraine, and more.

Today, Josh breaks down how a fiery weekend debate with a D-list comedian sparked a much bigger conversation about President Trump's foreign policy doctrine. He dives into how Trump's approach fits into the global power game—and what it really takes to bring lasting security to the Middle East. Josh also makes the case for why Trump's foreign policy isn't just bold—it's the most common-sense strategy America has seen ever.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Trump has said he's "very, very unhappy" with Russia, and threatened severe tariffs against them if there's no deal on Ukraine within 50 days. He's also sending more weapons to Ukraine in coordination with NATO. What's behind his change of heart on foreign policy, and how's his MAGA base responding? Freddy Gray is joined by deputy US editor Kate Andrews, and Sergey Radchenko, professor at the Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies.You can watch this episode here: https://youtu.be/J_QvBDhAGgUBecome a Spectator subscriber today to access this podcast without adverts. Go to spectator.co.uk/adfree to find out more.For more Spectator podcasts, go to spectator.co.uk/podcasts. Contact us: podcast@spectator.co.uk

Donald Trump's foreign policy has been as unstable as the man himself, shifting quickly frompushes for restraint to escalating wars in the Middle East. This volatility is a function not just ofTrump's personality but the contradictions and competing factions that are gathered under theterm America First, as well as the continued power of the foreign policy establishment thatTrump has claimed he defeated but which maintains a strong capacity to shape policy. To talkabout Trump's foreign policy and the factional battles that have bedevilled his administration, Ispoke to Justin Logan, director of defense and foreign policy studies at the Cato Institute. In particular we take up the attacks on Elbridge Colby, the under-secretary of defense forpolicy. Colby was the subject of a Politico hatchet job which claimed he was running a rogueforeign policy. Justin critiqued this analysis here.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

0:00 - Epstein 13:16 - Epstein continued 36:05 - Indianapolis Police Chief Christopher Bailey 57:31 - OPRF teacher Aaron Podolner fired 01:16:46 - Steven Bucci, visiting fellow at The Heritage Foundation’s Allison Center for Foreign Policy, breaks down Tucker Carlson’s interview with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian 01:40:01 - CNN contributor and author of the forthcoming A Revolution of Common Sense, Scott Jennings, weighs in on Epstein saga - "whatever happens needs to happen quickly and it needs to happen clearly" Scott’s new venture “The Scott Jennings Show” premiers today at 1pm CT on 560 the Answer 01:53:20 - Thomas Baker, retired FBI Special Agent and former legal attaché, critiques the White House’s handling of the Epstein files and slams the Secret Service over its failures in Butler, PA. Thomas is also the author of The Fall of the FBI: How a Once Great Agency Became a Threat to Democracy 02:18:19 - Corey Brooks, Senior Pastor of New Beginnings Church and founder of Project H.O.O.D., is lacing up for a bold mission—walking from New York to L.A. to raise $25 million for underserved communities. For more info and to give your support visit projecthood.orgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:08 — John Feffer is Director of Foreign Policy in Focus. 00:33 — Dr. John Swartzberg, clinical professor emeritus of infectious diseases at UC Berkeley's School of Public Health. The post Russia's War in Ukraine; Plus, Corona Calls appeared first on KPFA.

This week, Kelly talks with International Crisis Group Analyst Elizabeth Dickinson about the surge in cartel-driven violence in Colombia and how USAID cuts have impacted the country. Elizabeth discusses how criminal groups have filled the vacuum left by FARC's demobilization in 2016, leading to the highest coca cultivation levels in Colombia's history and a surge in political instability that is testing the country's democratic institutions. Elizabeth Dickinson has been Crisis Group's Senior Analyst for Colombia since 2019, based in Bogotá. Her work centers around armed conflict dynamics in the country, organised crime, military strategy, and the implementation of the 2016 peace accord between the Colombian government and militant guerrillas. She leads ongoing work around defence strategy reform and regional drug trafficking. Prior to joining International Crisis Group, Elizabeth worked for a decade as a journalist, including roles at Foreign Policy magazine, The National and The Economist. The opinions expressed in this conversation are strictly those of the participants and do not represent the views of Georgetown University or any government entity. Produced by Theo Malhotra and Freddie Mallinson.  Recorded on July 9, 2025. Diplomatic Immunity, a podcast from the Institute for the Study of Diplomacy at Georgetown University, brings you frank and candid conversations with experts on the issues facing diplomats and national security decision-makers around the world. Funding support from the Carnegie Corporation of New York. For more, visit our website, and follow us on Linkedin, Twitter @GUDiplomacy, and Instagram @isd.georgetown

In this episode of Crossing Faiths, John Pinna speaks with Brad Knight, son of Paula White Cain and stepson of Jonathan Cain. Knight details his parents' unique meeting on a Southwest flight and how their diverse backgrounds (his mother as a faith advisor and his stepfather as Journey's keyboardist) have influenced their lives. The conversation then shifts to Knight's personal journey, sharing his experience as a pastor of Story Life church, which he took over from his mother, emphasizing a storytelling and prophetic approach to faith rooted in love and grace rather than judgment. He reveals his own past as an atheist and his powerful, personal spiritual encounter, contrasting this experiential faith with rigid theological apologetics. Knight also discusses his involvement with the National Faith Advisory Board, highlighting its role in fostering interfaith engagement, particularly since the Trump administration, to preserve shared values and encourage people of faith to actively participate in the political sphere, asserting that faith and public life should not be separated. About Brad Knight Brad Knight is the Lead Pastor of StoryLife Church (https://www.storylifechurch.com/) in Apopka, FL. In addition to pastoring, he works with the National Faith Advisory Board to engage the faith community on issues that matter most to them. That's all wonderful, but he knows most people just know him as the son of Paula White-Cain, a prominent preacher and political figurehead. He's cool with that. He's 14 years into a marriage to a beautiful firebrand named Rachel Knight and has the two cutest kids in the world—his 8-year-old daughter, Asher, and his 6-year-old son, Nick. He really believes Bret Hart is "The Best There Is, The Best There Was, And The Best There Ever Will Be." Will preach for baseball tickets.

Donald Trump's foreign policy has been as unstable as the man himself, shifting quickly frompushes for restraint to escalating wars in the Middle East. This volatility is a function not just ofTrump's personality but the contradictions and competing factions that are gathered under theterm America First, as well as the continued power of the foreign policy establishment thatTrump has claimed he defeated but which maintains a strong capacity to shape policy. To talkabout Trump's foreign policy and the factional battles that have bedevilled his administration, Ispoke to Justin Logan, director of defense and foreign policy studies at the Cato Institute. In particular we take up the attacks on Elbridge Colby, the under-secretary of defense forpolicy. Colby was the subject of a Politico hatchet job which claimed he was running a rogueforeign policy. Justin critiqued this analysis here.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Show (07/11/2025): 3:05pm- According to a report from Axios, FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino didn't show up for work on Friday off after a clash with Attorney General Pam Bondi regarding her office's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files. Social media personality Laura Loomer claims that Bongino is at least considering leaving his position over the conflict—adding that FBI Director Kash Patel is equally frustrated with Bondi's “lack of transparency.” 3:10pm- Dhruv Mehrotra of Wired reports that metadata indicates that the FBI's raw Jeffrey Epstein prison video was likely modified. Though he adds that doesn't necessarily mean the footage was “deceptively manipulated.” You can read the full article here: https://www.wired.com/story/metadata-shows-the-dojs-raw-jeffrey-epstein-prison-video-was-likely-modified/. 3:15pm- During an interview with Sean Spicer, Harvard Law School Professor Alan Dershowitz claimed he knows for certain that there is an Epstein client list—and that he has seen the names though he is “bound by confidentiality.” He also claimed to know the name of the person responsible for suppressing the release of the files. 3:30pm- On Thursday, federal agents conducted an immigration raid at cannabis farms in Ventura County, California—citing suspected immigration and labor violations, including exploitive child labor. Progressives—including Gov. Gavin Newsom and Mayor Karen Bass—bizarrely responded by condemning the Trump Administration. According to the Los Angeles Times, roughly 500 protesters arrived at the scene to voice their displeasure with the raid, some ultimately resorting to violence—one demonstrator even firing a pistol at federal law enforcement officers. 3:40pm- On Friday, President Donald Trump visited Kerrville, Texas to speak with survivors and first responders who recounted last week's devastating flash floods. 4:05pm- Gianno Caldwell—Fox News Contributor & Author of the book, “The Day My Brother Was Murdered”—joins The Rich Zeoli Show. Rich will be hosting Caldwell for a Politics & Pints event on Thursday, July 31st at 7:30pm at the Zlock Performing Arts Center in Newtown, PA. Tickets are on sale now at: 1210wpht.com. 4:30pm- On Friday, President Donald Trump visited Kerrville, Texas to speak with survivors and first responders who recounted last week's devastating flash floods. 5:05pm- Steve Milloy—Senior Energy & Environment Legal Institute Fellow and former Trump EPA Transition Team Member—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss reports that a “$1 million warning system would have prevented some or all the tragic Texas flood consequences.” Milloy notes that, “The warning system may have seemed expensive but since 2006, Texas has spent/committed as much as $36 billion in subsidies for utterly pointless wind turbines.” 5:20pm- Earlier this week, President Donald Trump weighed-in on the New York City mayoral race—calling Democratic nominee Zoran Mamdani a “communist.” Meanwhile, Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) said of Mamdani: “He's not even a Democrat!” 5:25pm- Are you going to see the new Superman movie? 5:30pm- Dr. Victoria Coates— Former Deputy National Security Advisor & the Vice President of the Davis Institute for National Security and Foreign Policy at The Heritage Foundation—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss the U.S. opening its first rare earth mine in more than 70-years! Dr. Coates is author of the book: “The Battle for the Jewish State: How Israel—and America—Can Win.” 6:05pm- According to a report from Axios, FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino didn't show up for work on Friday off after a clash with Attorney General Pam Bondi regarding her office's handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files. Social media personality Laura Loomer claims that Bongino is at least considering leaving his position over the conflict—adding that FBI Director Kash Patel is equally frustrated with Bondi's “lack of transparency.” 6:30pm- Dhruv Mehrotra of Wired reports that m ...

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 3: 5:05pm- Steve Milloy—Senior Energy & Environment Legal Institute Fellow and former Trump EPA Transition Team Member—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss reports that a “$1 million warning system would have prevented some or all the tragic Texas flood consequences.” Milloy notes that, “The warning system may have seemed expensive but since 2006, Texas has spent/committed as much as $36 billion in subsidies for utterly pointless wind turbines.” 5:20pm- Earlier this week, President Donald Trump weighed-in on the New York City mayoral race—calling Democratic nominee Zoran Mamdani a “communist.” Meanwhile, Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) said of Mamdani: “He's not even a Democrat!” 5:25pm- Are you going to see the new Superman movie? 5:30pm- Dr. Victoria Coates— Former Deputy National Security Advisor & the Vice President of the Davis Institute for National Security and Foreign Policy at The Heritage Foundation—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss the U.S. opening its first rare earth mine in more than 70-years! Dr. Coates is author of the book: “The Battle for the Jewish State: How Israel—and America—Can Win.”

Today's Smerconish.com Daily Poll asks: “Russia vs. Ukraine: Is this the beginning of the end—or the end of the beginning?” Michael dives into this critical moment in the war, examining Trump's evolving position on arming Ukraine, the political risks he's navigating, and what Putin's long game might really be. From shifting GOP views to NATO backchannels, it's a moment that may redefine the conflict. Plus, a quick look back at yesterday's hot-button poll on the $1000 Trump Accounts for babies. Listen here, then vote, and please rate and review AND share this podcast!

Kishore Mahbubani is a distinguished Singaporean diplomat, academic, and author, renowned for his incisive commentary on global geopolitics and the rise of Asia. He served in the Singapore Foreign Service as Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Singapore's Ambassador to the UN, where he was President of the UN Security Council in 2001 and 2002. He was also the Founding Dean of the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy from 2004 to 2017 and his bestselling books include The Great Convergence and Has China Won? Currently a Distinguished Fellow at the National University of Singapore's Asia Research Institute, Mahbubani is celebrated as a leading voice on Asia's growing influence, earning accolades like inclusion in Foreign Policy's Top 100 Global Thinkers.(01:24) The US-China rivalry(13:44) The Taiwan issue(17:10) Global hegemony vs. domestic stability(22:42) Will China ever democratize?(24:35) Why poverty is a lack of freedom(25:14) China's political evolution(26:38) Pros & cons of democracy(29:34) The future of US-China relations(32:07) Evaluating Xi Jinping's Leadership(34:44) The importance of diplomacy(41:05) Lessons from Lee Kuan Yew(46:15) Paths to peace & cooperation(47:36) Advice for American citizens

Today we have the July 7, 1945, episode of “Our ForeignPolicy,” featuring a discussion of the United Nations charter. The guests are U.S. senators Tom Connally of Texas and Harold Burton of Ohio. The program was broadcast to a national audience over NBC's University of the Air and to Americans serving abroad through the Armed ForcesRadio Service. Visit our website at BrickPickleMedia.com/podcasts. Subscribe to the ad-free version at https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/worldwar2radio/subscribe.

11 Jul 2025. We’re joined by UK Ambassador to the UAE Edward Hobart to talk industrial strategy and growing UK-UAE trade ties. Plus we speak to strawberry farmer Sky Kurtz about his foray into the frosty treat market. And does Bitcoin’s record rally have further to run, or a bubble waiting to burst? Market analyst Monte Saffediene of Capital.com joins us live.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

01:04:11 – 01:05:42News Sites Locking Content to Fight AI ScrapingPublishers are walling off content behind paywalls to prevent AI models from scraping and repackaging their work. The tension between tech platforms and media outlets is framed as a struggle over fair compensation for content creation. 01:08:03 – 01:09:45Curtis Yarvin's Influence on Musk's America PartyElon Musk's consultation with Curtis Yarvin, a monarchist and critic of democracy, raises concerns about the ideological direction of his proposed third party. The segment critiques Yarvin's technocratic vision and Silicon Valley's shift toward authoritarian models. 01:24:38 – 01:25:58Grok AI Incident Escalates Concerns Over Speech ControlGrok's outburst, including racist and anti-Semitic remarks, leads to calls for stronger controls. The segment criticizes both the AI's behavior and the push to implement government-regulated speech enforcement through tech platforms. 01:29:03 – 01:30:39Free Speech vs. Censorship in the Age of AICritique is leveled at efforts to censor “hate speech” on platforms like X, arguing that free speech must include the right to offend. Attempts to bubble-wrap users from uncomfortable opinions are viewed as infantilizing and authoritarian. 01:58:36 – 02:07:12Trump's ‘Perfect War' Concept and Fallout Over Iran StrikeA commentary unpacks Trump's framing of the Iran attack as a theatrical “perfect war” and critiques his failure to fulfill promises on immigration, ending wars, and releasing Epstein files. The analysis argues the bombing strategy backfired by strengthening Iran internally and diminishing trust in U.S. diplomacy. 02:21:25 – 02:24:15MAGA Base Turns on Trump Over Epstein File Cover-UpMAGA supporters express betrayal after the DOJ denies Epstein kept a client list. Promised disclosures are abandoned, and visual symbols like burning MAGA hats signal backlash from the base. 02:29:33 – 02:31:30Memo Denies Epstein Blackmail Ring as Evidence DisappearsThe DOJ and FBI release a memo asserting no blackmail network existed, despite contradictions from earlier officials. A key minute of surveillance footage is missing, triggering renewed accusations of destruction of evidence. 02:34:48 – 02:39:54MAGA Loyalty Fractures Over Trump's Foreign Policy and Epstein HandlingTony Arterburn and others describe disillusionment in the MAGA base, citing Trump's support for Israel, failed vaccine policies, and Epstein-related secrecy. The sentiment grows that Trump supporters were misled and must reset their political expectations. 02:45:30 – 02:50:06U.S. Dollar Collapse, Global De-Dollarization, and BRICS ShiftThe conversation highlights the dollar's record decline and the rise of BRICS as a competing financial system. The segment argues the U.S. has lost global economic trust and can no longer use financial leverage as in the post-WWII era. 03:12:32 – 03:26:57Epstein Victim Speaks Out, Public Furious at Cover-UpA woman identifying as an Epstein victim accuses the U.S. government and Trump of betrayal after years of broken promises to release client information. The segment includes direct calls for accountability and sharply criticizes the DOJ's narrative that Epstein had no clients. Missing video footage and DOJ statements are called “stacked lies.” The public's frustration is described as a major turning point, with people across the political spectrum rejecting official explanations. 03:35:35 – 03:56:33RFK Jr. Sued Over COVID Vaccine Recommendations for Pregnant WomenRFK Jr. faces a federal lawsuit from major medical associations after removing COVID-19 vaccine recommendations for children and pregnant women. Critics of the suit argue it is driven by pharmaceutical interests, note the plaintiff organizations' industry funding, and suggest the vaccine lobby fears public scrutiny. The segment argues that questioning vaccine recommendations empowers doctors and threatens the liability shield protecting manufacturers. 03:56:33 – 03:57:40COVID Profits and Medical Industry Incentives for HarmThe discussion shifts to how hospitals profited from ventilator use and COVID protocols, asserting that financial incentives encouraged lethal treatment. The claim is that lives were lost for profit, not health, and that both public and private actors knowingly engaged in mass harm. 03:57:40 – 03:59:19Public Funding, Ventilator Deaths, and Ongoing DistrustHospitals allegedly received large payments for ventilator use, contributing to high mortality. The segment stresses continued public skepticism, describing this as one of the largest crimes against humanity, with the government and healthcare industry implicated. 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01:04:11 – 01:05:42News Sites Locking Content to Fight AI ScrapingPublishers are walling off content behind paywalls to prevent AI models from scraping and repackaging their work. The tension between tech platforms and media outlets is framed as a struggle over fair compensation for content creation. 01:08:03 – 01:09:45Curtis Yarvin's Influence on Musk's America PartyElon Musk's consultation with Curtis Yarvin, a monarchist and critic of democracy, raises concerns about the ideological direction of his proposed third party. The segment critiques Yarvin's technocratic vision and Silicon Valley's shift toward authoritarian models. 01:24:38 – 01:25:58Grok AI Incident Escalates Concerns Over Speech ControlGrok's outburst, including racist and anti-Semitic remarks, leads to calls for stronger controls. The segment criticizes both the AI's behavior and the push to implement government-regulated speech enforcement through tech platforms. 01:29:03 – 01:30:39Free Speech vs. Censorship in the Age of AICritique is leveled at efforts to censor “hate speech” on platforms like X, arguing that free speech must include the right to offend. Attempts to bubble-wrap users from uncomfortable opinions are viewed as infantilizing and authoritarian. 01:58:36 – 02:07:12Trump's ‘Perfect War' Concept and Fallout Over Iran StrikeA commentary unpacks Trump's framing of the Iran attack as a theatrical “perfect war” and critiques his failure to fulfill promises on immigration, ending wars, and releasing Epstein files. The analysis argues the bombing strategy backfired by strengthening Iran internally and diminishing trust in U.S. diplomacy. 02:21:25 – 02:24:15MAGA Base Turns on Trump Over Epstein File Cover-UpMAGA supporters express betrayal after the DOJ denies Epstein kept a client list. Promised disclosures are abandoned, and visual symbols like burning MAGA hats signal backlash from the base. 02:29:33 – 02:31:30Memo Denies Epstein Blackmail Ring as Evidence DisappearsThe DOJ and FBI release a memo asserting no blackmail network existed, despite contradictions from earlier officials. A key minute of surveillance footage is missing, triggering renewed accusations of destruction of evidence. 02:34:48 – 02:39:54MAGA Loyalty Fractures Over Trump's Foreign Policy and Epstein HandlingTony Arterburn and others describe disillusionment in the MAGA base, citing Trump's support for Israel, failed vaccine policies, and Epstein-related secrecy. The sentiment grows that Trump supporters were misled and must reset their political expectations. 02:45:30 – 02:50:06U.S. Dollar Collapse, Global De-Dollarization, and BRICS ShiftThe conversation highlights the dollar's record decline and the rise of BRICS as a competing financial system. The segment argues the U.S. has lost global economic trust and can no longer use financial leverage as in the post-WWII era. 03:12:32 – 03:26:57Epstein Victim Speaks Out, Public Furious at Cover-UpA woman identifying as an Epstein victim accuses the U.S. government and Trump of betrayal after years of broken promises to release client information. The segment includes direct calls for accountability and sharply criticizes the DOJ's narrative that Epstein had no clients. Missing video footage and DOJ statements are called “stacked lies.” The public's frustration is described as a major turning point, with people across the political spectrum rejecting official explanations. 03:35:35 – 03:56:33RFK Jr. Sued Over COVID Vaccine Recommendations for Pregnant WomenRFK Jr. faces a federal lawsuit from major medical associations after removing COVID-19 vaccine recommendations for children and pregnant women. Critics of the suit argue it is driven by pharmaceutical interests, note the plaintiff organizations' industry funding, and suggest the vaccine lobby fears public scrutiny. The segment argues that questioning vaccine recommendations empowers doctors and threatens the liability shield protecting manufacturers. 03:56:33 – 03:57:40COVID Profits and Medical Industry Incentives for HarmThe discussion shifts to how hospitals profited from ventilator use and COVID protocols, asserting that financial incentives encouraged lethal treatment. The claim is that lives were lost for profit, not health, and that both public and private actors knowingly engaged in mass harm. 03:57:40 – 03:59:19Public Funding, Ventilator Deaths, and Ongoing DistrustHospitals allegedly received large payments for ventilator use, contributing to high mortality. The segment stresses continued public skepticism, describing this as one of the largest crimes against humanity, with the government and healthcare industry implicated. Follow the show on Kick and watch live every weekday 9:00am EST – 12:00pm EST https://kick.com/davidknightshow Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silverFor 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code KNIGHTFind out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.comIf you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-david-knight-show--5282736/support.

Subsea cables carry 95% of the world's data—but remain largely invisible in global policy debates. In this episode, Isaac Kardon is joined by Carnegie experts Jane Munga and Sophia Besch to unpack the geopolitics, economics, and security risks surrounding undersea data infrastructure. From Africa's digital development to Europe's hybrid warfare concerns, they explore who owns these cables, why they matter, and how governments can respond to emerging infrastructure threats.Notes:Sophia Besch and Erik Brown, "Securing Europe's Subsea Data Cables," Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, December 16, 2024.Jane Munga, "Beneath the Waves: Addressing Vulnerabilities in Africa's Undersea Digital Infrastructure," Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, April 3, 2025.

Rescue and recovery efforts trudged on for a fifth day after devastating floods hit central Texas, President Trump hosted Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu at the White House as they worked to make a Gaza deal, and the Supreme Court is allowing the Trump administration to move forward with plans to lay off hundreds of thousands of federal employees.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter. Today's episode of Up First was edited by Alfredo Carbajal, Dana Farrington, Krishnadev Calamur, Janaya Williams and Alice Woelfle. It was produced by Ziad Buchh, Nia Dumas and Christopher Thomas. We get engineering support from Zo van Ginhoven. And our technical director is Carleigh Strange.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

The only consistent theme of Trump's foreign policy has been inconsistency. As baffling choices continue without rhyme or reason, we have to ask—who benefits? Max Boot, Rosa Brooks, and Ed Luce join David Rothkopf to explore why China is the biggest winner in Trump's second term and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The only consistent theme of Trump's foreign policy has been inconsistency. As baffling choices continue without rhyme or reason, we have to ask—who benefits? Max Boot, Rosa Brooks, and Ed Luce join David Rothkopf to explore why China is the biggest winner in Trump's second term and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David & Ed chat with renowned scientist, author and Canadian, Dr. Katharine Hayhoe who argues that hope—not doom—is what drives action. Dr. Hayhoe is one of the world's most prominent climate communicators and known for crossing political, religious, and cultural lines to connect with audiences that most climate advocates can't or won't reach. It's an engaging discussion that delves into the psychology of despair, the limits of data in changing minds and behaviour, and whether hope still has a fighting chance. Show Notes:Available on the episode page on our website.About Our Guest:Katharine Hayhoe is an atmospheric scientist whose research focuses on understanding what climate change means for people and the places where we live. She is the Chief Scientist for The Nature Conservancy and a Horn Distinguished Professor and Endowed Professor of Public Policy and Public Law in the Dept. of Political Science at Texas Tech University. She is the author of the book, Saving Us: A Climate Scientist's Case for Hope and Healing in a Divided World, has given a TED talk with over 4 million views, and hosted the PBS digital series Global Weirding. Katharine has been named one of TIME's 100 Most Influential People, Foreign Policy's 100 Leading Thinkers, and the United Nations Champion of the Environment.Produced by Amit Tandon & Bespoke PodcastsSend us a text (if you'd like a response, please include your email)___Energy vs Climate Podcastwww.energyvsclimate.com Contact us at info@energyvsclimate.com Bluesky | YouTube | LinkedIn | X/Twitter

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Send us a textJoin Professor Jeffrey Sachs and Professor James Romm, classicist and historian at Bard College, for a captivating discussion on one of the most dramatic and fascinating political experiments of the ancient world: Plato's involvement with power politics in Syracuse (Siracusa). Drawing on Romm's newest book, Plato and the Tyrant, Sachs and Romm explore the extraordinary story of how the great philosopher Plato attempted over the course of three decades to bring philosophy into the heart of government.Together, they delve into Plato's journey to the court of the autocratic ruler Dionysius in ancient Syracuse, where he hoped to transform a tyrant into a philosopher-king. They discuss the political turmoil that unfolded, Plato's close relationship with the philosophically minded Dion, and how Plato's experiences deeply shaped his writing of The Republic.  Romm reveals how Plato's real-world political experiences ultimately informed his later, more sober work The Laws, and how these texts reflect a lifelong quest to define justice, leadership, and the possibility of a virtuous society.This episode offers listeners a rich narrative of political intrigue, philosophical ambition, and the enduring relevance of Plato's quest to unite ethics and power - an ancient story with striking implications for our world today.The Book Club with Jeffrey Sachs is brought to you by the SDG Academy, the flagship education initiative of the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network. Learn more and get involved at bookclubwithjeffreysachs.org.Footnotes: Ancient Greek PhilosophyPlatoAuthoritarianismAutocracySyracuseAthensDionysius DionPlato's AcademyAristotleThe Republic (by Plato)The Laws (by Plato)CarthagePhilosopher-King⭐️ Thank you for listening!➡️ Sign up for the newsletter: https://bit.ly/subscribeBCJS➡️ Website: bookclubwithjeffreysachs.org

Today on the show, in a special edition of GPS from the Aspen Ideas Festival, Fareed speaks with two former national security advisers, John Bolton and Susan Rice, and former CIA Director/US Army retired Gen. David Petraeus about the Trump administration's foreign policy, including the future of Iran's regime and the state of America's global alliances.   Next, architect Vishaan Chakrabarti and scholar Marc Dunkelman talk with Fareed about why progressives struggle to build the infrastructure necessary to improve the cities that they run.   Then, New York Times columnist Thomas Friedman tells Fareed the three factors he thinks are crucial for understanding the politics of today's Middle East.   Finally, Fareed and Walter Isaacson, historian and biographer, discuss the growing wealth inequality across the US and what else —besides wealth — is necessary to build good societies.   GUESTS: David Petraeus, John Bolton (@AmbJohnBolton), Susan Rice (@AmbassadorRice), Tom Friedman (@tomfriedman), Vishaan Chakrabarti, Marc Dunkelman (@MarcDunkelman), Walter Isaacson (@WalterIsaacson) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Subscribe today to skip the ads and for access to all of our special episodes. Derek speaks with Sina Azodi, assistant professor of Middle East Politics at the Elliott School of International Affairs at the George Washington University, to reflect on where things stand after the recent Iran-Israel war. They talk about the tactics used by both sides, the European, Russian, and Chinese responses, the IAEA, the future of Iran's nuclear program, the possibility of the US and Iran resuming negotiations, and the lasting effects on the relationship between Iran and its regional neighbors. Read more of Sina's work over at Foreign Policy. Don't forget to order our limited edition "Robo Washington Crossing the Delaware" poster! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Crossing Faiths, John Pinna speaks with Sumbul Ali-Karamali about transgender identity, emphasizing its nature as a medical condition rather than a choice. She explains gender dysphoria as a debilitating psychological state with potential biological roots, highlighting the high suicide rates among transgender youth. Ali-Karamali asserts that, from an Islamic perspective, being transgender is not forbidden; she points to the absence of prohibitions in the Quran and Hadith, and the historical acceptance and approval of gender reassignment surgery by many Sunni and Shia scholars. She argues that Islamic legal principles, such as Maqasid al-Sharia (objectives of Islamic law) and ethical concepts like Tajassus (not seeking out transgressions), advocate for human dignity and non-persecution, directly supporting transgender rights. Ali-Karamali contrasts this inherent inclusivity with the restrictive anti-trans laws prevalent in some modern nations, suggesting these are often inherited from colonial impositions rather than Islamic tradition itself. She urges listeners to reject prejudice and embrace Islam's historically compassionate and adaptable approach to human diversity. Sumbul Ali-Karamali is a Muslim American who grew up in California, answering questions on Islam ever since she can remember. After becoming a corporate lawyer, she earned an additional degree in Islamic law. She specializes in synthesizing academic material for general audiences and is the author of The Muslim Next Door and Growing Up Muslim. A popular speaker on topics related to Islam and Muslims, she hopes to promote intercultural understanding with her work, at least when she's not watching Star Trek reruns, listening to opera, or (reluctantly) white-water rafting with her husband. Connect with Sumbul on her website: www.sumbulalikaramali.com.

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Middle East scholar Assal Rad talks about Iran, Gaza and the way the media manufactures consent for endless wars and genocide. Then ex-CIA analyst Ray McGovern talks about NATO, Russia, and Ukraine. For the full discussion, please join us on Patreon at - https://www.patreon.com/posts/patreon-full-rad-133061539 Dr. Assal Rad is a scholar of Middle East history and nonresident fellow at Arab Center Washington DC. She works on research and writing related to U.S. foreign policy issues, the Middle East, and contemporary Iran. Her writing can be seen in Newsweek, The National Interest, The Independent, Foreign Policy and more, and she has appeared as a commentator on BBC World, Al Jazeera, CNN, and NPR. She completed a PhD in History from the University of California, Irvine in 2018 and is the author of The State of Resistance: Politics, Culture, and Identity in Modern Iran (Cambridge University Press, 2022). Ray McGovern is a former CIA analyst turned activist. He headed the CIA branch analyzing Russian foreign policy in the 70s. From 1981 to 1985, he presented, in person, the early morning briefings of The President's Daily Brief. Ray was awarded the Intelligence Commendation Medallion at retirement; in an act of conscience in early 2006 Ray returned the Medallion, explaining, “I do not want to be associated, however remotely, with an agency engaged in torture.” In January 2003, two months before the U.S. attacked Iraq, he co-founded Veteran Intelligence Professionals for Sanity to warn the President that the “intelligence” on Iraq was fraudulent. https://raymcgovern.com/ ***Please support The Katie Halper Show *** For bonus content, exclusive interviews, to support independent media & to help make this program possible, please join us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/thekatiehalpershow Get your Katie Halper Show Merch here! https://katiehalper.myspreadshop.com/all Follow Katie on social media! Twitter: @kthalps Instagram: @kthalps TikTok: @kthalps_

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On this Out of the Loop, Jason Pack helps us understand what the conflict between Iran and Israel signifies, and where we can expect it to go from here.Welcome to what we're calling our "Out of the Loop" episodes, where we dig a little deeper into fascinating current events that may only register as a blip on the media's news cycle and have conversations with the people who find themselves immersed in them. Disorder podcast host Jason Pack is here to help us make sense of the recent escalation in conflict between Iran and Israel — how we got here, the dangers and opportunities of the moment, and what we need from world leadership to keep the problem contained.Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/1177On This Episode of Out of the Loop:Israel launched surprise attacks on Iran's nuclear program and leadership, setting back its nuclear capabilities by months to years while demonstrating complete intelligence penetration.The US brokered a ceasefire between Iran and Israel, but this only addresses symptoms — the underlying regional conflicts and proxy wars remain unresolved.Iran announced it's accelerating its nuclear program in response to the attacks, following the "Libya lesson" that nuclear weapons provide protection from regime change.The current moment presents a unique opportunity for comprehensive Middle East peace due to weakened Iranian proxies and shifting regional power dynamics.Success requires multilateral diplomacy involving Qatar, Europe, Gulf states, and addressing root causes — not just ceasefire management but genuine conflict resolution through shared interests.And much more!Connect with Jordan on Twitter, on Instagram, and on YouTube. If you have something you'd like us to tackle here on an Out of the Loop episode, drop Jordan a line at jordan@jordanharbinger.com and let him know!Connect with Jason Pack on Twitter or on LinkedIn, and be sure to subscribe to his newsletter and check out his Disorder podcast!And if you're still game to support us, please leave a review here — even one sentence helps! Sign up for Six-Minute Networking — our free networking and relationship development mini course — at jordanharbinger.com/course!Subscribe to our once-a-week Wee Bit Wiser newsletter today and start filling your Wednesdays with wisdom!Do you even Reddit, bro? Join us at r/JordanHarbinger!This Episode Is Brought To You By Our Fine Sponsors:Boulevard: 10% off first year: joinblvd.com/jordanIDEO U: 15% off: ideou.com/jordanOpenPhone: 20% off 1st 6 months: openphone.com/jordanAirbnb: airbnb.com/hostHomes.com: Find your home: homes.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What's up, guys? I have a powerhouse episode for you today with Eli Lake—one of the sharpest minds in foreign policy journalism. Eli's a columnist for the Free Press, the host of the Breaking History podcast, and a straight-up expert on everything from intelligence to Middle East geopolitics. If you've ever found yourself wondering what's really behind America's relationship with Israel, Iran's nuclear ambitions, or the complex dance of power in the Middle East—this is the conversation you cannot miss. Today, we're diving deep into the realities nobody talks about: conspiracy theories that just won't die, why alliances in that region are shifting so fast, the truth about proxy wars, and what the future could look like if Iran's regime falls or continues to escalate. Eli breaks down why the intelligence war matters, how successful military operations reshape global power, and what it will actually take for democratic change to happen in places like Iran. SHOWNOTES 00:00 The "Israel Puppeteering" Myth & Its Origins01:46 How US and Israeli Intelligence Stack Up03:36 Technical vs. Human Intelligence—Who Excels and Why04:01 Israel, Iran, and the Nuclear Umbrella Strategy05:16 The Proxy War Web: Hamas, Hezbollah, and Iranian Influence06:31 October 7th, Retaliation & Demolishing Proxy Networks07:56 Did Iran Really Take the “Next Step” to a Bomb?09:16 What Actually Counts as “Success” Against Iran?10:39 Democratic Uprising: Is Regime Change Possible from Within?12:32 Tech, Starlink, and Empowering the Iranian People14:20 Regime Humiliation & Authoritarian Vulnerability16:06 The Tipping Point for Revolution17:00 Internal Rot in the Iranian Regime FOLLOW ELI LAKETwitter: @EliLakePodcast: Breaking HistoryThe Free Press Columns: thefp.com/author/eli-lake CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to ⁠https://www.vitalproteins.com⁠ and entering promo code IMPACT at check out Allio Capital: Macro investing for people who want to understand the big picture. Download their app in the App Store or at Google Play, or text my name “TOM” to 511511. iTrust Capital: Use code IMPACTGO when you sign up and fund your account to get a $100 bonus at ⁠https://www.itrustcapital.com/tombilyeu⁠  SleepMe: Visit ⁠https://sleep.me/impact⁠ to get your Chilipad and save 20% with code IMPACT. Try it risk-free with their 30-night sleep trial and free shipping. Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at ⁠https://shopify.com/impact⁠ SKIMS: Shop SKIMS Mens at ⁠https://www.skims.com/impact⁠ #skimspartner ButcherBox: Ready to level up your meals? Go to ⁠https://butcherbox.com/impact⁠ to get $20 off your first box and FREE bacon for life with the Bilyeu Box! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Journalist and Free Press founder Bari Weiss joins Jillian to unpack the geopolitical firestorm surrounding Israel—from the war in Gaza to the 12 day war with Iran, and how America's foreign policy is shifting in real time. We dig into why antisemitism is exploding globally—from college campuses to international institutions—and what it reveals about the new moral order shaping the West. Bari breaks down the double standards in media coverage, the erasure of Israeli trauma, and the ideological forces driving a growing hostility toward the Jewish state.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Arash Azizi is a writer and historian. He is an incoming Postdoctoral Associate and lecturer at Yale University and a contributing writer at the Atlantic. His writings have appeared in numerous other outlets including New York Times, New York Review of Books, Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, Liberties, Newsweek, New Lines, Haaretz, Daily Beast, Jacobin, Foreign Policy and the Toronto Star. He is the author of “The Shadow Commander: Soleimani, the US and Iran's Global Ambitions” (Oneworld, 2020) and “What Iranians Want: Women, Life, Freedom” (Oneworld, 2024.) He is writing a book on Iran and Israel to be published by Public Affairs (a division of Basic Books.)https://x.com/arash_tehran-------------------------To learn more about psychedelic therapy go to my brother Mehran's page at: https://www.mindbodyintegration.ca/ or to https://www.somaretreats.org for his next retreat.***Masty o Rasty is not responsible for, or condone, the views and opinions expressed by our guests ******مستی و راستی هیچگونه مسولیتی در برابر نظرها و عقاید مهمان‌های برنامه ندارد.***--------Support the showhttps://paypal.me/raamemamiVenmo + Revolut: @KingRaam Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From December 5, 2015: The show this week features Natan Sachs, a Fellow in Foreign Policy at the Brookings Institution, who recently published an article in Foreign Affairs on anti-solutionism as strategy in the Israel-Palestine conflict.During his conversation with Lawfare Editor-in-Chief Ben Wittes, Sachs argues that the apparent absence of a long-term strategy on the Israeli Right for dealing with the Palestinians is actually better described as a belief on the part of the Israeli Right that there are currently no solutions to the challenges Israel faces. Sachs call this policy “strategic conservatism,” noting that at times it has served Israel well, and at others has damaged the country's prospects for peace. Regardless of its effectiveness, Sachs explains that it is a philosophy U.S. policymakers need to better understand in order to make smart decisions about the problems in the Middle East.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.