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For the ad-free version of this episode, subscribe to Politicology+ at https://politicology.com/plus In this episode Ron talks to Molly McKew (writer and lecturer on Russian influence and information warfare) and Steve Kettmann (former San Francisco Chronicle staff reporter) about Ukraine's audacious attack on about 40 Russian aircrafts Read Molly's work: https://www.greatpower.us/ Read Molly's piece ‘Operational Art and the Salvation of Ukraine': https://bit.ly/45Jps5l Follow Ron and Molly on X: https://twitter.com/RonSteslow https://x.com/MollyMcKew Email your questions to podcast@politicology.com or leave us a voicemail at ‪‪(703) 239-3068‬ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the ad-free version of this episode, subscribe to Politicology+ at https://politicology.com/plus In the first part of this  two-part episode, Ron talks to Molly McKew (writer and lecturer on Russian influence and information warfare) about the recent drone attacks in Ukraine, Trump's “Peace Plan” and what a lasting peace might require.  Read Molly's work: https://www.greatpower.us/ Follow Ron and Molly  on X: https://twitter.com/RonSteslow https://x.com/MollyMcKew Email your questions to podcast@politicology.com or leave us a voicemail at ‪‪(703) 239-3068‬ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the ad-free version of this episode, subscribe to Politicology+ at https://politicology.com/plus In the second  part of this  two-part episode, Ron talks to Molly McKew (writer and lecturer on Russian influence and information warfare) about whether Russia is truly isolated, and what the future of American influence could look like as our self-isolation creates a power vacuum.  Read Molly's work: https://www.greatpower.us/ Follow Ron and Molly  on X: https://twitter.com/RonSteslow https://x.com/MollyMcKew Email your questions to podcast@politicology.com or leave us a voicemail at ‪‪(703) 239-3068‬ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the ad-free version of this episode, subscribe to Politicology+ at https://politicology.com/plus In this episode, Ron talks to Molly McKew (writer and lecturer on Russian influence and information warfare) about Russia's ongoing attack on Ukraine, the status of the war, and what comes next for Ukraine. They discuss: (01:56) Understanding the current state of the war (05:26) The Evolution of the conflict (12:06) U.S. support and military aid to Ukraine  (26:14) Comparing U.S. support to other allies  (33:08) The occupation in Ukraine and the Humanitarian Crisis  (35:16) What the countries will want and be willing to accept in a negotiation  (50:53) America's interests in Ukraine's survival  (53:27) The role of soft power in global influence  (63:03) The key developments to watch  Read The Atlantic article:' The Crumbling Foundation of America's Military': https://bit.ly/40O0ihK How Much U.S. Aid is Going to Ukraine: https://bit.ly/4hxEE8V Follow Ron and Nick on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RonSteslow https://x.com/MollyMcKew Email your questions to podcast@politicology.com or leave us a voicemail at ‪(202) 455-4558‬  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To unlock Politicology+ visit politicology.com/plus This week, as the Presidential race enters the home stretch, we discuss Vice President Harris's push to regain ground with Latino Voters and the electoral impact of RFK Jr's decision to leave the race and endorse Trump. Next, we talk about the success of Ukraine's offensive against Russia, Israel's preemptive strike to thwart a massive attack by Hezbollah, and how the conflicts around the globe underscore the stakes of this election. Finally, we head to Politicology+ where we talk about protecting privacy in the digital age, the extensive collection and sale of personal data by tech companies and the lack of privacy protections in the US—and emphasize the importance of individuals owning and protecting their data. Joining Ron Steslow on this week's panel:  Mike Madrid (Lincoln Project cofounder) Molly McKew (writer and lecturer on Russian influence and information warfare) Segments this week: (03:55) The State of the Race + the “Latino Reset” (36:33) The Global Stakes of the Election [Politicology+] Protecting our privacy, the way companies and the government are able to surveil us, and why it's getting more and more important. Not yet a Politicology+ member? Don't miss all the extra episodes on our private, ad-free version of this podcast. Upgrade now at politicology.com/plus. Contribute to Molly's fundraiser: https://bit.ly/3YFktit Send your questions and thoughts to podcast@politicology.com or leave a voicemail at ‪(202) 455-4558‬ Follow this week's panel on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/RonSteslow https://x.com/madrid_mike https://x.com/MollyMcKew Related reading: Segment 1: AP - RFK Jr. suspends his presidential bid, backs Donald Trump | AP News Axios - RFK Jr. can't escape the Blue Wall NYT - Trump to Put RFK Jr. and Tulsi Gabbard on his Transition Team - The New York Times Politico- ‘Can I Just Vote for Her Instead of Biden?': Inside Kamala's Scramble to Win the Latino Vote - POLITICO Segment 2:  AP -It looked like Israel and Hezbollah had gone to war, but then they pulled back. Here's what to know NBC News - Hostage held by Hamas in Gaza rescued by Israeli forces, IDF says The Hill - Russia has diverted 30,000 troops from Ukraine to defend Kursk, says Kyiv AP - Ukraine's daring offensive intensifies pressure on US to ease cautious approach to the war Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's guests: Molly McKew, Lead writer at GreatPower.us / Writer & lecturer on Russian influence & information warfare Joanna Baron – Executive Director – Canadian Constitution Foundation James Fell -Columnist / Author / “The Sweary Historian” (Featured Speaker - Western Canadian Reason Conference May 3-5) Andrew Grantham, Executive Director and Senior Economist for Economics and Capital Markets for CIBC Dr. Jason Kindrachuk, Associate Professor & Canada Research Chair in the Department of Medical Microbiology & Infectious Diseases at the University of Manitoba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Molly McKew (writer and lecturer on Russian influence and information warfare) and Chris Zappone (Digital Foreign Editor at The Age and the writer and narrator of the Dark Shining Moment podcast) join host Ron Steslow to discuss the evolution of Russian tactics since 2016 and the vulnerability of American democracy Segments to look forward to: (02:16) The state of the war  in Ukraine  (10:00) The evolution of Russian influence campaigns   (14:37) What Putin wants  (25:14) The democratic mind and future vision   (29:00) America's role in the world  (46:00) The erosion of trust and manipulation of narratives  (59:10) The importance of national psychological defense  (1:10:00) The impact of social media on trust in media institutions  (1:13:00) Balancing healthy skepticism and toxic cynicism in meaning making institutions  (1:14:45) The challenge of finding reliable sources  (1:18:00) Russia's goal: America eating itself alive Listen to Dark Shining Moment: https://apple.co/3Jhasz2 Follow Ron, Molly, and Chris on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/RonSteslow https://twitter.com/MollyMcKew https://twitter.com/chrizap Email your questions to podcast@politicology.com or leave us a voicemail at ‪(202) 455-4558‬  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MAGA makes a mess all over the Capitol, including tanking their own  border deal for Trump. Tucker Carlson goes to the Kremlin to be Putin's mouthpiece. This week's panel:  Ron Steslow Mike Madrid (Lincoln Project cofounder)  Molly McKew (writer and lecturer on Russian influence and information warfare) Segments this week: (03:00) Republican dysfunction in Congress (27:11) Tucker Carlson interviews Putin and evolving Russian information warfare [Politicology+] The money raised and spent by Super PACs supporting Trump's primary challengers—what it tells us, and why it matters. Not yet a Politicology+ subscriber? It's a private, ad-free version of this podcast, with subscriber-only episodes, strategy, and analysis. Upgrade now at politicology.com/plus.  Support Molly's fundraiser for drones for frontline units in Ukraine:  https://www.paypal.com/pools/c/91MGe8XC8A Send your questions and thoughts to podcast@politicology.com or leave a voicemail at ‪(202) 455-4558‬ Follow this week's panel on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/RonSteslow https://twitter.com/madrid_mike  https://twitter.com/MollyMcKew Related reading: Segment 1:  CNN - Bipartisan border deal on brink of defeat ahead of key Senate vote | CNN Politics Politico - McConnell faces a growing GOP rebellion after border deal breaks down - POLITICO Axios - Senate Democrats strike fast after GOP's border deal implosion Axios - House GOP erupts in fury over "embarrassing" and "shameful" defeats Segment 2:  WP - Putin interview with Tucker Carlson shows Kremlin outreach to Trump's GOP - The Washington Post X - Tucker Carlson on Why he's interviewing Putin NYT - N.S.A. Installs New Director as U.S. Prepares for Election Influence Operations Read George Conway's piece about the Trump immunity decision:  The Atlantic - An Airtight Ruling Against Trump Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Over the last few months, there's been a stark change in tone from some of Ukraine's biggest supporters—there's a growing pessimism that Ukraine can take back their land from the Russian invaders and win the war. In this insightful episode, host Ron Steslow invites Molly McKew, an expert on Russian influence and information warfare, to discuss the ongoing Ukraine conflict. As we approach nearly 700 days since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, this episode delves into the war's current state, the changing narratives, and the strategic implications for global democracy. Segments to look forward to: (01:27) Understanding the current state of the war (06:50) The change in attitudes toward Ukraine (11:10) The delay in ramping up production capacity for munitions  (15:20) What do the  numbers of  “military capacity” losses  actually mean?  (19:05) Ukraine's counteroffensive  (25:05) The need for a change in military strategy  (30:13) The domestic political implications if Ukraine doesn't win (39:00) What Ukraine needs to do to win and what we need to do to help them (49:10) Whether a negotiated settlement is feasible  Follow Ron and Molly  on X: https://twitter.com/RonSteslow https://twitter.com/MollyMcKew Email questions and thoughts to podcast@politicology.com.  Can you leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts? It's a big help

To join Politicology+, visit politicology.com/plus or subscribe in Apple Podcasts. On Wednesday, President Joe Biden met with Chinese Leader Xi Jinping for the first time in a year after months of building tensions between the two countries. On this weekly roundup, host Ron Steslow and guests Molly McKew (writer and lecturer on Russian influence and information warfare) and Zack Czajkowski (former Lincoln Project Political Director; Principal at Title Fight) discuss the meeting and how it connects to the Israel-Hamas war and Russia's war in Ukraine. Then they look at Joe Biden's denial of the multiple battleground state polls showing Donald Trump leading in 2024 Next, they discuss Israel's raid on a Hamas command center at Gaza's largest hospital and the spiraling distrust in news media. Segments this week: (1:44) Biden-Xi Meeting (28:18) Biden's polling denial  (47:30) Israel raids Hamas command center at Gaza hospital  [Politicology+] Speaker of the House “MAGA Mike Johnson” working with Democrats to successfully avoid a government shutdown and what you really need to know about the strange flag prominently posted outside his office. Politicology+ is our private, ad-free version of this podcast, with subscriber-only episodes, strategy, and analysis. To join us there, visit politicology.com/plus or subscribe in Apple Podcasts. Follow this week's panel on X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/RonSteslow ​​ https://twitter.com/MollyMcKew Related reading: Segment 1:  AP News—Biden and Xi are meeting in San Francisco, seeking better US-China relations despite tough issues Axios—Biden holds much-anticipated meeting with China's Xi Axios—Chinese state media turns on the charm ahead of Biden-Xi meeting Segment 2:  C-SPAN—President Biden White House Departure | November 9, 2023 | C-SPAN.org Bloomberg—Israel-Hamas War Has Voters Trusting Trump Over Biden in Key States: Poll - Bloomberg  Toplines CNN—Joe Manchin won't run for reelection, giving GOP an opening to flip West Virginia seat | CNN Politics Axios—Manchin says he would consider 2024 presidential run Segment 3:  Reuters—Hamas command centre, weapons found at Gaza hospital, Israeli military says | Reuters NYT—U.S. Says Hamas Operates Out of Gaza Hospitals, Endorsing Israel's Allegations - The New York Times BBC—Apologizing for error saying Israel was targeting medical teams during operation  NYT—Israel Accuses Freelance Photographers of Advance Knowledge of Oct. 7 Attack - The New York Times NBC—Throngs gather for March for Israel rally at D.C.'s National Mall to condemn antisemitism FreeP—Metro Detroit Jews miss March for Israel due to bus driver walk-out, trip organizers say The Atlantic—Hamas Must Go - The Atlantic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Grace speaks with Helena Hassani, human rights advocate and campaigner for the prevention of child and forced marriage and family violence. We discussed the 'A survivor-led approach to combating modern slavery' event tomorrow, 31 October 2023. Time: 1.30-2.30 pmWhere: Online via ZoomEmail events.socialjustice@uts.edu.au to discuss access requirements. To register: Register link  James at Sporting Records spoke to Dr Mary Woessner (pronounced Wessner), a Lecturer and Researcher at Victoria University within the Institute for Health and Sport, discussing the Beckham documentary and toxic parenting in sport.   James & Rob spoke to the founder of The Coalition for the Protection of Racehorses and the Nup to the Cup campaign, and long-term animal activist, Elio Celotto, about his introduction to animal activism, the highly successful Nup to the Cup campaign and the horse racing industry in general. For info on the reality behind horse racing, you can jump to horseracingkills.com and find studies, including the Deathwatch report that found 168 racehorses were killed during the 2023 horse racing season. For more info on alternatives to attending horseracing-related events on Melbourne Cup day, head to nuptothecup.org, where you can find official events nationwide. For those in Melbourne, you can check out the official Nup to the Cup event at the Kensington Bowling Club in Newmarket Reserve, where there will be a demonstration, live bands Play Lunch and the Tarantinos, fun human races and free bowls.  Rob spoke to Dr. Molly McKew, about the rise of friendship and community in Melbourne throughout the 60s and 70s - particularly among progressive young people.   Songs: 1. LI Abad by Lina Makoul 2. In motion by Squid Nebula 3. I feel love by Donna Summer  

Ron Steslow calls Molly McKew to discuss the plane crash that killed Yevgeny Prigozhin, why Putin decided to kill his former henchman, and what it means for the war in Ukraine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Molly McKew joins Frank Salder, Andy Kroll, and Ron Steslow to discuss Russia's decision to halt Ukraine's Black Sea grain exports and its ramifications on the conflict and the rest of the world—especially Africa. She also addresses the US running out of the ammunition it pledged to Ukraine. What we read:  Bloomberg—US Suspends Wuhan Institute of Virology's Access to Federal Funding - Bloomberg Newsweek—Pentagon Making Race-Specific Bioweapons to Target Citizens, China Says NYPost—RFK Jr. says COVID may have been 'ethnically targeted' to spare Jews Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ron Steslow calls Molly McKew to discuss the escalating security crisis between Russia and the Wagner group, the private army that's been fighting for Russia in Ukraine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Molly McKew is a writer and expert in information warfare specializing in U.S.-Russia relations. She served as an adviser to then-president of Georgia Mikheil Saakashvili from 2009 to 2013.  We spoke to Molly about weaponising narratives, the dangers of basically everything online...and cats. Massive thanks to our Patrons: Mary Catherine Byrnes, Victoria Nielsen, Manya Kay, Alex Williams, Joel Piveteau, Richard Astill, Samantha Beaton, Claudia McKelvey, John Holland, Katherine Keen, Lynn Robinson, It's Coming Home 2022, Alice Chrystall, Maddie Lightfoot, Alex Collis, Martin Grimm, Vicki, Julianna Williams, Rachel Bowen, Witnessthebigness. @blankpod @eliistender @jimdalycomedy @MollyMcKew blankpodcast2018@gmail.com

The one where we talk with information warfare expert Molly McKew about the war in Ukraine, the battle over the information environment around it, and what people can do to help Ukraine win.This is our current events recap program, where we offer our takes on what's going on at the bleeding edge of the information war. Feel free to let us know what you think, suggest topics, etc. at didnothingwrongpod@protonmail.com, or in our group chat using the Substack app.Thanks for listening,Jay and Griff This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.didnothingwrongpod.com/subscribe

Ron Steslow calls Molly McKew (lead writer at GreatPower.us) to talk about her recent trip to Ukraine to deliver the winter gear that Politicology listeners helped acquire for members of the Ukrainian AFU Stratcom team. Read Molly's latest newsletter: http://bit.ly/3VoNjyV Follow Ron and Molly on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RonSteslow https://twitter.com/MollyMcKew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's guest: Molly McKew, lead writer at GreatPower.us / Writer/lecturer on Russian influence & information warfare / Senior Adviser - Stand Up Republic Foundation

A live audience interviews Molly McKew, author and lecturer, on the legacy of the USSR in Ukraine, Moldova, Georgia, the Baltic states, and eastern European countries.Find more (including how to join us live) at PM101.live or on Twitter at @PoliticsNMedia.Subscribe, rate, and review if you like what you hear.Join our e-mail list for "best of" delivered directly to your inbox, twice per month, at PM101.live

Political strategists Lucy Caldwell and Mike Madrid, and national security writer Molly McKew join Ron Steslow to unpack some of the most important stories of the week: (02:13) The Bucha Massacre and the slew of news about Putin's War (50:52) Republicans vowing to attack corporations and advance authoritarianism if they take back the control of congress [Politicology+ Members Only] What would happen if FOX news viewers watched CNN? We'll talk about the impact changing the channel had in a 2020 study // To get your private, ad-free Politicology+ podcast feed with extra episodes, go to politicology.com/plus or subscribe in Apple Podcasts. Are you learning from Politicology? Help us expand by pitching in now: https://politicology.com/donate Follow this week's panel on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RonSteslow https://twitter.com/lucymcaldwell https://twitter.com/MollyMcKew https://twitter.com/madrid_mike Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wear is the Love, Episode #14In this episode, we provide an update on Ukraine: what's been happening these last few weeks, President Biden's Europe visit, and what we're looking at in the near future. After our recap, we discuss a fascinating 12-teen focus group the NYT conducted recently to understand how 16-17 year olds are seeing their world. If anything, the focus group and our conversation expands our thinking when it comes to this young age cohort and their experiences. At the very end of the episode, peep one of our many, many recording bloopers. We might start sharing more.Episode notesBioLogos Faith & Science 2022 virtual passRenew AmericaAmbassador Dan Fried's tweet on President's Biden remarkPresident Biden's press conference clarifying his “moral outrage” (CBS)Anti-nuclear weapons and chemical weapons orgs: Global Zero, Ploughshares Fund, ICAN, OPCWThe Top 5 articles for your week:“Stephen Colbert makes the case that faith matters a great deal” (Pundicity)Because “Colbert speaks about the connection among humor, sacrifice, and hope that are bound up in his faith. Kahn, a Yale University legal scholar, sees in his parents' lives a secular parable of a post-religious world in which forgiveness is impossible and hope in the face of death is no longer sustainable.In different ways, Kahn and Colbert make the case that faith matters a great deal. This is noteworthy at a time when Americans seem increasingly inclined to indifference toward religion and when churches seem largely incapable of communicating a core message that persuades ordinary Americans that religion provides something indispensable.”“How Propaganda Became Entertaining” (The Atlantic)Because we've been chatting about the use of propaganda by the Ukrainian government on Wear is the Love, and this article traces the tactics used in WWII.“20 days in Mariupol: The team that documented city's agony” (AP)Because Mariupol has nearly fallen to Russian forces, and this is a heartbreaking photo essay.“‘Don't Leave the Space Open' — How the West Can Defeat Putin in Cyberspace and Beyond'” (Politico Magazine)Because a foremost expert on cyber warfare, Molly McKew, thinks that the new cyber warfare tactics of the US and allies could lead to innovation in how these countries fight traditional war.“The Harsh Realm of ‘Gentle Parenting'” (The New Yorker)Because what a fresh-breath of an article! “Still, across the parenting boards and the group texts, one --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wear-we-are/support

Tonight on the Last Word: Residents in Kyiv brace for battle with Vladimir Putin's troops. Also, Russia becomes more isolated as Putin's war intensifies. Plus, a couple escapes Ukraine days before the Russian invasion. And Politico reports that Belgian authorities are “overwhelmed” by the refugee crisis. Cal Perry, Gen. Barry McCaffrey, Jon Meacham, Ruth Ben-Ghiat, Molly McKew, Christian Miller, Olya Tymoshenkova and David Miliband join Alicia Menendez.

Political strategists Mike Madrid and Lucy Caldwell, and National security writer Molly McKew discuss some of the most important stories of the week: (02:41) The U.S. ban on Russian oil and how the Russian invasion can continue impacting Americans domestically (50:20) Chinese state media pushing Russian propaganda and what it should mean for our relationship with China [Politicology+ Exclusive] The one of the biggest and least understood voter demographics, and the seismic shift that top-level strategists are still missing // To unlock this segment now, go to politicology.com/plus Read Molly's newsletter: https://www.greatpower.us/ Are you learning from Politicology? Chip in now at https://politicology.com/donate Follow this week's panel on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RonSteslow https://twitter.com/madrid_mike https://twitter.com/lucymcaldwell https://twitter.com/MollyMcKew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's guests: Molly McKew, Lead writer at GreatPower.us / Writer/lecturer on Russian influence & information warfare Tristan Goodman, President - Explorers and Producers Association of Canada John Vos, Regional Program Director (Calgary & Edmonton) - Corus Entertainment See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, TrueHoop’s Henry Abbott and David Thorpe discuss:Don’t you wish it was just about sports? One NBA powerbroker (Ari Emanuel of Endeavor) cut a deal face to face with Vladimir Putin, another (Joe Ravitch of the Raine Group) is helping Kremlin-connected oligarch Roman Abramovich sell Chelsea F.C. right now.Endeavor and the Raine Group both reportedly raised a ton of money from the Emirates-based Mubadala Investment Company. Mubadala is also the biggest outside investor in Apollo Global. Apollo Global’s founder, Leon Black, funded Jeffrey Epstein.It pays to make the world safe for basketball. The incarcerated Brittney Griner plays for the team in Russia whose previous owner was assassinated. Discussed in the show:An amazing New Yorker story by Connie Bruck about Ari Emanuel. Ukraine is an opportunity for victory, writes Molly McKew.TrueHoop is proud to join an incredible list of podcasters to sound the alarm about the state of our democracy—and help find ways for all of us to protect America’s elections and ensure the freedom to vote for every American. See all the other shows and networks taking part, and find out how you can get involved here. Amazing basketball is being played! Kevin Durant did classy teammate things. Jayson Tatum both knows and walks the path. Nikola Jokic dominating the league. The open and shut case for LeBron as the GOAT. How do you build culture? A trip to the hospital.RECENT BRING IT IN EPISODES:March 4, 2022 Time is running out...Part IIMarch 4, 2022 Time is running out...Part IFebruary 28, 2022 The realities of war...February 25, 2022 Who's ready for the stretch run?February 21, 2022 Coach Thorpe visits Duke This is a public episode. Get access to private episodes at www.truehoop.com/subscribe

Greg speaks Russia and Ukraine expert Molly McKew about what we can expect to happen within the coming days and how this affects us globally. Irish radio host from the UK Colin Murray joins Greg to talk about what is happening with a Russian oligarch's soccer team Chelsea FC. Pharmacologist Sabina Vohra-Miller with why masks should stay on kids. Today's Chatterbox is with 640 host Kelly Cutrara and Global's Mike Drolet.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg speaks Russia and Ukraine expert Molly McKew about what we can expect to happen within the coming days and how this affects us globally. Irish radio host from the UK Colin Murray joins Greg to talk about what is happening with a Russian oligarch's soccer team Chelsea FC. Pharmacologist Sabina Vohra-Miller with why masks should stay on kids. Today's Chatterbox is with 640 host Kelly Cutrara and Global's Mike Drolet. 

We spoke with Molly McKew, lead writer at GreatPower.us and writer & lecturer on Russian influence and information warfare See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Since 2014, the Russian military has fought a war against Ukraine, annexed the Crimean peninsula, supported seperatist forces in the Donbas, and used cyber attacks to destabilize Ukrainian government services. On February 22, Russia commenced a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, intensifying a war that has already cost more than 14,000 lives. Amidst the uncertainty of the situation, we examine why Russian dictator Vladimir Putin sought to destabilize Ukraine and started the largest war in Europe since 1945. Our guest this week is Molly McKew, a writer and researcher of Russian influence and information warfare. She is the lead author of greatpower.us, which explores what great power competition looks like in an era of asymmetric warfare and hybrid influence. Her articles have appeared in Politico, Wired, The Washington Post, Lawfare, and other publications. She is also an adjunct professor at Georgetown University's Edmund Walsh School of Foreign Service, where she teaches Russian hybrid warfare. This podcast was recorded before the start of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

National security writer and Georgetown University adjunct professor Molly McKew joins Ron Steslow to discuss the Russian military invasion of Ukraine, what it means for the US and the world, what impact sanctions could have, and what steps the U.S. should take to force a Russian retreat, and how she expects this crisis to end. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crisis Communications expert Susan Del Percio, Political strategist Liz Gilbert, national security writer and Georgetown University adjunct professor Molly McKew join Ron Steslow to look at some of the most important stories of the week: (02:09) Democrats have serious culture war vulnerabilities. What can they do to push back in the midterms? (19:23) Russia is in position to invade Ukraine. Has Putin already won? (46:13) The Canadian vaccine mandate protests continue. What's behind the American support of the movement? [Politicology+ Exclusive] After Donald Trump's terrible, horrible, no good, very bad week, the sharks in the Republican party smell blood in the water. Susan, Liz, Molly, and Ron discuss why this matters and how to read their moves. // To unlock this segment now, go to politicology.com/plus Are you learning from Politicology? Chip in now at https://politicology.com/donate Follow this week's panel on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RonSteslow https://twitter.com/DelPercioS https://twitter.com/MollyMcKew https://twitter.com/_lizgilbert Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

American diplomats are boycotting the Olympics, the Cincinnati Bengals are in the Super Bowl, and Russia is threatening war. It kinda feels like the 1980s again. And it is very much a time to stay vigilant. Especially with regard to Ukraine. While the world watches to see if Putin will invade the country, the attacks have already begun. But not the conventional kind with bombs and tanks. Cyberwarfare is the new forward edge of modern combat. And Russia has already started waging it against Ukraine, the United States and others. Meanwhile, most Americans aren't hearing much about the Ukrainian people. Even the most famous ones like heavyweight boxing champions and political activists Wladimir and Vitali Klitschko. And we're digging into it with information warfare and Russian influence expert, Molly McKew (@MollyMcKew ). After joining us in Episode 115 and Episode 84, one of our most interesting and popular guests is back. Molly has traveled the world studying, analyzing and advising on the most urgent cybersecurity, misinformation and technology-based threats. An adjunct professor at Georgetown with a love for cats, baking and sci-fi, Molly takes us into the sides of the Russian standoff that most of the media in America is missing. We explore what's happening, what's new and what's next.  Every episode of Independent Americans hosted by Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) is pulled from the most important news stories–and offers light to contrast the heat of other politics and news shows. It's independent content for independent Americans. And delivers a blast of the Righteous Media 5 Is: independence, integrity, information, inspiration and impact. Always with a unique focus on national security, foreign affairs and military and veterans issues. This is another insightful pod to help you stay vigilant. Because vigilance is the price of democracy. In these trying times especially, Independent Americans will continue to be your trusted place for independent news, politics, inspiration and hope. Stay vigilant, America.  -Get extra content, connect with guests, attend exclusive events, get merch discounts and support this critical show that speaks truth to power by joining us on Patreon.  -Watch the full video of this conversation with Paul and Molly here. -Find us on social media or www.IndependentAmericans.us.  -Check the hashtag #LookForTheHelpers on Twitter. And share yours.  -Also check out other Righteous Media podcasts including The Firefighters Podcast with Rob Serra and Uncle Montel - The OG of Weed.  Independent Americans is powered by Righteous Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To access this week's Politicology+ segment and unlock more exclusive content, visit: https://politicology.com/plus Political strategist Lucy Caldwell and national security writer and Georgetown University adjunct professor Molly McKew join Ron Steslow to look at some of the most important stories of the week: (01:34) President Biden's call with Putin about the Russian military buildup at the Ukrainian border  (16:15) Trump's next coup that's already underway (44:51) The challenges of vaccine mandates [Politicology+ Exclusive] Sen. David Perdue's announcement that he's running for governor of Georgia // Unlock now and get your private podcast feed at politicology.com/plus Are you learning from Politicology? Contribute now at https://politicology.com/donate Read Trump's Next Coup Has Already Begun in the Atlantic: https://bit.ly/3s0l1zr Follow this week's panel on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RonSteslow https://twitter.com/lucymcaldwell https://twitter.com/MollyMcKew

To access this week's Politicology+ segment and unlock more exclusive content, visit: https://politicology.com/plus National security writer and Georgetown University adjunct professor Molly McKew and political strategist Mike Madrid join Ron Steslow to look at some of the most important (international) stories of the week: (01:35) China and their hypersonic missile  (21:17) Anne Applebaum's  Atlantic article “The Bad Guys are Winning” (31:19) The civil war in Ethiopia  [Politicology+ Exclusive] Space and Frontier // Unlock now and get your private podcast feed at politicology.com/plus Are you learning from Politicology? Contribute now at https://politicology.com/donate Read “The Bad Guys Are Winning”  https://bit.ly/3HStKc6 Follow this week's panel on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RonSteslow https://twitter.com/madrid_mike https://twitter.com/MollyMcKew

To access this week's Politicology+ segment and unlock more exclusive content, visit: https://politicology.com/plus Social policy expert Lanae Erickson and national security writer and Georgetown University adjunct professor Molly McKew join Ron Steslow to look at some of the most important stories of the week: (01:35) The results of this week's election (17:16) The UN Global Climate Change Summit in Glasgow  (34:12) China's Cryptocurrency and what it can mean for the U.S.  [Politicology+ Exclusive] The ethical questions of facial recognition technology // Unlock now and get your private podcast feed at politicology.com/plus Are you learning from Politicology? Contribute now at https://politicology.com/donate Follow this week's panel on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RonSteslow https://twitter.com/LanaeErickson https://twitter.com/MollyMcKew

To unlock exclusive content, visit: https://politicology.com/plus National security writer and Georgetown University adjunct professor Molly McKew joins Ron Steslow to break down some of the most important international news stories: (01:50) The U.S., U.K., and Australian security partnership and the submarine deal that angered the French.  (17:08) Joe Biden's speech at the United Nations General Assembly (18:16) How the German elections (and Angela Merkle's decision not to seek reelection) will impact global politics (36:02) The relationship between foreign policy and public opinion.   Are you learning from Politicology? Contribute now at https://politicology.com/donate Follow this Molly on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MollyMcKew

To access this week's Politicology+ segment and unlock more exclusive content, visit: https://politicology.com/plus National security writer and Georgetown University adjunct professor Molly McKew and political strategist Lucy Caldwell join Ron Steslow to look at some of the most important stories of the week: (01:30)The ongoing debates over passing the Biden Agenda (19:43) Facebook and the fight to get tech giants to reveal their data (39:51) The struggles of women and LGBTQ people in Afghanistan under the Taliban [Politicology+ Exclusive] The first round of subpoenas issued by the January 6th committee // Unlock now and get your private podcast feed at politicology.com/plus Are you learning from Politicology? Contribute now at https://politicology.com/donate Follow this week's panel on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RonSteslow https://twitter.com/lucymcaldwell https://twitter.com/MollyMcKew

To unlock exclusive content, visit: https://politicology.com/plus National security writer and researcher Molly McKew and Fmr. Senior CIA Official and author Marc Polymeropoulos continue their conversation with host Ron Steslow about America's disastrous withdrawal from Afghanistan, and the role of the Biden and Trump administrations. (01:03) Democrats must be willing to own their mistakes (10:43) Debunking “inevitability” and mistruths from American leadership (16:38) Life in Afghanistan now and what's to come  (29:17) The Taliban's approach to “governing” (32:39) Crowd funding an evacuation (41:20) What individuals can do to help The Washington Post: How to help Afghan refugees and those trapped during the Taliban takeover https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2021/08/21/how-to-help-afghan-refugees/ Want to help build Politicology? Contribute now at https://politicology.com/donate Follow this week's panel on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RonSteslow https://twitter.com/MollyMcKew https://twitter.com/Mpolymer

To unlock exclusive content, visit: https://politicology.com/plus National security writer and researcher Molly McKew and fmr. senior CIA official and author Marc Polymeropoulos join host Ron Steslow to discuss the chaos and catastrophe in Afghanistan. (03:10) Molly's and Marc's unique vantage points on Afghanistan (14:33) Putting Afghanistan in context: America's goals, and the war's political legitimacy  (20:17) When counterterrorism became nation-building, how America projects military power, and the tension between America's interests and values (34:45) Trump's deal with the Taliban, the decision to withdraw troops, and America's pincer of isolationism (49:01) Public opinion, foreign policy, and America's total exit Want to help build Politicology? Contribute now at https://politicology.com/donate Clarity in Crisis: Leadership Lessons from the CIA by Marc Polymeropoulos  August 11 - Directed Energy Attacks and Leadership Lessons with Marc Polymeropoulos Follow this week's panel on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RonSteslow https://twitter.com/MollyMcKew https://twitter.com/Mpolymer

To access this week's Politicology+ segment and unlock more exclusive content, visit: https://politicology.com/plus Democratic political strategist Tharon Johnson and Russian warfare writer and researcher Molly McKew join Ron Steslow to break down the top stories of the week: (02:15) Putin, Biden, and the Administration's not-a-reset on Russia (25:52) Insurrectionists emboldened to run for Congress and the bottomless depravity of the GOP (53:53) The investigators investigating the Trump DOJ [+] The right's political framing of the “lab leak” theory of COVID-19's origins. Sign up now: https://politicology.com/plus If you believe in our mission and want to help build Politicology, please contribute now at https://politicology.com/donate Rolling Stone - The Forever Trump Movement Has Won https://www.rollingstone.com/politics/politics-features/trump-mccarthy-republican-party-critical-race-theory-1184610/ Politicology 4-21-01: BOЯDEЯ CЯISIS with Molly McKew https://politicology.com/episodes/border-crisis-ukraine/ Follow this week's panel on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RonSteslow https://twitter.com/TharonJohnson https://twitter.com/MollyMcKew

Molly McKew is a writer and an expert who investigates the role of Russian disinformation campaigns in America and Europe. She writes the greatpower.us, a digital news platform that focuses on information warfare and propaganda, a topic she discussed with Garrett Graff, the director for cyber initiatives for the Aspen Digital program. This session is part of a video series of expert briefings on mis and disinformation hosted by the Aspen Institute in tandem with our Commission on Information Disorder to help make sense of the various facets of the information crisis called Disinfo Discussions. They are designed as a resource for the commissioners and the broader public. To learn more about Aspen Digital's Commission on Information Disorder, visit www.AspenInfoCommission.org. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook @AspenDigital.

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We’re finally winning the war against the coronavirus. But what about the next war? While many in Congress want you to breeze past the pandemic failures, or the failures to stop a predictable and preventable insurrection attack, new attacks are happening right now. And have been happening for years. And as the summer comes and Americans get less vigilant, our enemies are attacking.  Russian-backed hackers attacked our 2016 election. Last year, more Russian-backed hackers executed the SolarWinds attack that hit nine federal agencies and over 100 companies--including thirty-seven defense companies. They even hit the office at the Department of Homeland Security that is supposed to protect federal computer systems from cyberattacks. And this month, Colonial Pipeline got hit. A company that transports hundreds of millions of gallons of gasoline from Texas to New York got hacked by ransomware that shut down the pipeline and sent gas prices soaring. And there have been countless other attacks on America that you’ve never heard of. And there will be countless more.  So before you relax and enjoy your maskless summer, we’re gonna stay vigilant and dig into ways you can protect yourself, your country and your future. With a leader who is pretty damn good at predicting the future. Information warfare and Russian influence expert, Molly McKew (@MollyMcKew). After joining us in Episode 84, one of our most popular guests is back. McKew has traveled the world studying, analyzing and advising on the most urgent cybersecurity, misinformation and technology-based threats. An adjunct professor at Georgetown, McKew teaches Russian hybrid warfare. Which is a pretty timely topic right about now.  It’s another conversation to inspire--and to help you stay vigilant. Because eternal vigilance is the price of freedom. Independent Americans is bringing an upload of light to contrast all the malware heat of other political pods. We’re hacking into your mainframe with the power of the Righteous Media 5 I’s: independence, integrity, information, inspiration and impact. And a conversation to wake you up---and to help you stay vigilant. Because eternal vigilance is the price of freedom. If you’re a concerned citizen who cares about the future of your country, this is your pod.  Be a part of the solution. Join us for exclusive access and events by joining our Patreon community. Get access to events, guests, merch discounts, and exclusive content. And check out the new IA merch to hook up your favorite independent dad ahead of Father’s Day next month. Political strategist Paul Begala called Independent Americans, “what all political pods ought to be: fun, engaging, freewheeling, and respectful - even welcoming- of different points of view. I’m a fan.” You can also watch video of this show with Molly McKew and more than 100 other important, inspiring and iconic leaders from Sarah Jessica Parker to Meghan McCain; Stephen Colbert to Mayor Pete Buttigieg on the Righteous YouTube page. Independent Americans connects, informs and inspires--and is powered by Righteous Media. On social media or www.IndependentAmericans.us. You can also watch video of this full conversation: https://youtu.be/HwBhF3YO49Q And stay vigilant, America. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To contribute to Politicology, visit politicology.com/donate Get notified when Politicology+ is available: plus.politicology.com The Kremlin is aggressively mobilizing weapons and ground troops along the border with Eastern Ukraine, and fears of a new Russian invasion are rising. Molly McKew, a leading expert on Russian influence and warfare, joins Ron Steslow to bring listeners to the Russian border with Ukraine, and why the future of the West may hang in the balance between a resolute Biden administration, and an American electorate increasingly weary of foreign entanglements. Follow Ron and Molly on Twitter here: Ron: https://twitter.com/RonSteslow Molly: https://twitter.com/MollyMcKew

To contribute to Politicology, visit politicology.com/donate Get notified when Politicology+ is available: plus.politicology.com John Sipher, a member of the CIA's Senior Intelligence Service who lead Russia Operations and Molly McKew, a leading writer and researcher of Russian influence and information warfare join host Ron Steslow to dissect the U.S. intelligence community's report on Russian interference in the 2020 election, analyze the U.S. response to Russia's attacks and disinformation campaigns, and to break down how the Russian intelligence service uses Americans—willing and otherwise—as proxies and disseminators of Russian propaganda. Here's where you can find this week's panel: Ron Steslow: @RonSteslow John Sipher: @john_sipher Molly McKew: @MollyMcKew

We explore radical conspiracies, the impact of living in separate realities, the implications of freedom of reach, and why we need to keep on learning from other countries to move forward.

Virginia Heffernan talks to cyberwarfare expert Molly McKew, author of the Great Power newsletter, about the Russian SolarWinds attacks, digital spies, 5G, lizard people, and other conspiracy theories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Virginia Heffernan talks to cyberwarfare expert Molly McKew, author of the Great Power newsletter, about the Russian SolarWinds attacks, digital spies, 5G, lizard people, and other conspiracy theories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s an espionage campaign so broad that security experts say we’re still uncovering who was affected and what was stolen. A massive computer breach pinned on a Russian intelligence agency allowed hackers to spend months exploring U.S. government and private company computers, undetected. Federal agencies like the Treasury and Commerce Departments were hit, as well as thousands of civilian networks. Hackers apparently got into networks through an update from SolarWinds, a software company. Recovering from the attack won’t be easy. Experts say companies and agencies can either spend time trying to eradicate every trace of the hackers and identify every possible backdoor they might have built during the months they had unfettered access. Or, they can burn it all down and start over. What are the consequences to the attack? And is this the new world of spying? Tuesday at 9 a.m., MPR News host Kerri Miller talked with two security experts who say America needs to get ready for more operations like this. Guests: Bruce Schneier is a security technologist and a fellow at the Berkman Klein Center for Internet and Society at Harvard University. Molly McKew is a writer and an expert on information warfare. To listen to the full conversation you can use the audio player above. Subscribe to the MPR News with Kerri Miller podcast on: Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or RSS

“We expect panic,” that’s what a Russian hacker involved in attacks on America is predicting.   As Election results unfold all across our political battlefield, there’s a massive war happening nationwide that most Americans can’t see. Hackers, cyber terrorists and information warriors from Russia and around the world are taking shots at your election machines, your electrical grid, your hospital and your laptop. Right now, as the heat in America continues to rise, our enemies are strategically starting fires and adding gasoline all across the web. From your local election system, to your Facebook page, to the hospital you depend on for COVID care, to Donald Trump’s iPhone. America’s enemies are waging a complex and expansive war against you and everyone else in America as you read this. And it won’t stop when the election is called. It will expand. The misinformation and cyber threats facing America have never been greater. And we’ve never been more fragile. Independent host Paul Rieckhoff guides you through it--and breaks down the election results with a special focus on national security.  As cyber threats swirl all around us, our guest is a guardian on the watchtower: information warfare and Russian influence expert, Molly McKew. [21:50] McKew has traveled the world studying, analyzing and advising on the most urgent cybersecurity, misinformation and technology-based threats. An adjunct professor at Georgetown University’s Edmund Walsh School of Foreign Service, McKew teaches Russian hybrid warfare. She also serves on the board of the Stand Up Republic Foundation as an advisor on countering disinformation, lead author of the Defusing Disinfo blog, and the creator of Great Power--a guide to asymmetric conflict like cyber, information, and economic warfare. McKew graduated from Stanford with a BA in Russian Language, History, and Culture, and the London School of Economics with an MSc in Russian/Post-Soviet Studies. She was awarded the Order of Honor by the President of Georgia for her service in defense of Georgian democracy. The future is here. It’s fascinating. And it’s dangerous. McKew is a thoughtful, sharp, experienced voice to break down how attacks and bad actors are impacting our elections now. And how they might impact you and your family in the days to come. She’s also got incredible stories from her journey’s around the world, a special sword on her wall, and a fun favorite drink answer. It’s a must-listen Angry Americans episode that will prepare you for the precarious days ahead after the most turbulent election ever. If you’re not angry, you’re not paying attention. Especially now. In times of crisis, Angry Americans is your trusted source for independent news, politics and inspiration. It’s a unique, fun and hard-hitting perspective like nowhere else in the media. You’ll learn from influential guests in candid and entertaining ways you won’t on any other show. And Rieckhoff rips into the news headlines in a way that will leave you grounded, prepared and inspired.  Join our Angry Americans Patreon community and get unique access to Rieckhoff, our dynamic guests, cool merch, and exclusive content. This show is possible thanks to these Patreon members and support from Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey.  Join the movement at AngryAmericans.us or YouTube. You can see this conversation with Molly McKew and other political, foreign policy, national security and media players ranging from Stephen Colbert to Jeffrey Wright to Meghan McCain to Mayor Pete Buttigieg to Susan Rice to Sarah Jessica Parker. It’s political, social and industry diversity you can’t find on any other show in America.  Angry Americans empowers independent Americans and is powered by Righteous Media.  Check out more:  Twitter: https://twitter.com/AngryAmericans Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/angryamericansus Instagram: http://instagram.com/angryamericansUSA And YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrlrGIJcmgIsJQgOR1ev-ew/featured Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Live Drop's 50th Episode - John Sipher - CIA & Spycraft Entertainmentfrom Spycraftentertainment.comJohn retired in 2014 after a 28-year career in the Central Intelligence Agency's National Clandestine Service. At the time of his retirement, he was a member of the CIA's Senior Intelligence Service, the leadership team that guides CIA activities globally. John served multiple overseas tours as Chief of Station and Deputy Chief of Station in Europe, Asia, and high-threat environments. He has significant experience working with foreign and domestic partners to solve national security challenges. John also served as a lead instructor in the CIA's clandestine training school, and was a regular lecturer at the CIA's leadership development program. He is the recipient of the Distinguished Career Intelligence Medal.John is a sought-after foreign policy and intelligence expert. John speaks regularly on foreign policy and intelligence issues. His articles have been published in the New York Times, The Atlantic, Politico, Foreign Affairs, Newsweek, Slate, Lawfare, The Cipher Brief and Just Security, among others. He regularly appears on the PBS NewsHour, CNN, MSNBC, BBC and other outlets. Twitter: @john_sipherIn this episode John starts off with a discussion of his article  Murdering Reality: The Spurious Spies of Spy Fiction,  and some of the mistakes writers and filmmakers are prone to make.  After a thorough discussion of the history of Soviet intelligence into the rise of Vladimir Putin, John shares some of his experience and perceptions of Russia during his service with CIA.  Unwilling to go quietly into consulting, Sipher reveals why he  decided to take his expertise and storied career into the entertainment business.  The Live Drop Podcast is fortunate to have had John as a guest for such a fun and far ranging discussion.  References to links, and works are below:Putin's People  by Catherine BeltonThe Gerasimov Doctrine  by Molly McKewEuropean Values  - Prague Think Tank Seventeen Moments of Spring (1973)Episode 50I hope you've enjoyed listening to this episode. I could use your help to make more...I like to keep the track clean of ads, and sales pitches. As such, meeting costs and finding time to produce this podcast is a challenge, so any support is appreciated. If you would like to help make Season Three operational, please consider a one time donation of any amount right here ---> https://www.paypal.me/thelivedropOr alternatively,  join The Live Drop Patreon community for exclusive commentary and content starting with a $5 monthly donation ---> https://www.patreon.com/thelivedropAs always, please rate and review the show on iTunes. Your input is appreciated. Thank you for listening and your support,Mark ValleyCreator/Host Get bonus content on Patreon Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of National Security Podcast, expert on information warfare Molly McKew joins Chris Farnham to discuss the influence of disinformation on the United States presidential election. With less than one month until the US election - and the president testing positive for COVID-19 - the whirlwind of conspiracy theories and disinformation attacks has gone into overdrive. In this episode of the National Security Podcast, Molly McKew dissects disinformation campaigns from conspiracy theories - and foreign from domestic narratives. She outlines how the US elections might be influenced, the likelihood of post-election violence, and why elected US representatives have become some of the greatest super-spreaders of false information.Molly McKew is a writer and an expert on information warfare. Molly served as adviser to the former president of Georgia and is CEO of Fianna Strategies, a consulting firm that advises governments, political parties, and non-government organisations on foreign policy and strategic communication.Chris Farnham is the presenter of the National Security Podcast. He joined the National Security College in June 2015 and is currently Senior Outreach and Policy Officer. His career focus has been on geopolitics with experience working in and out of China for a number of years as well as operating in Australia and Southeast Asia.We’d love to hear your feedback for this podcast series! Send in your questions, comments, or suggestions for future episodes to podcast@policyforum.net. You can also Tweet us @APPSPolicyForum or find us on Facebook. The National Security Podcast and Policy Forum Pod are available on Spotify, iTunes, Stitcher, and wherever you get your podcasts. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Virginia Heffernan talks to writer Molly McKew, who covers Russian influence and info warfare, about the story of a Russian military intelligence unit offering Taliban-connected militants cash bounties to kill American service members in Afghanistan; denial of the story by the Trump administration; the concept of being at war Russia; and cancel culture.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Virginia Heffernan talks to writer Molly McKew, who covers Russian influence and info warfare, about the story of a Russian military intelligence unit offering Taliban-connected militants cash bounties to kill American service members in Afghanistan; denial of the story by the Trump administration; the concept of being at war Russia; and cancel culture.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Information warfare expert Molly McKew discusses foreign interference in U.S. elections and the future of political campaigns.

Matt’s guest this week is information warfare expert & foreign policy consultant Molly McKew. Molly’s understanding of Russia’s disinformation campaign during the 2016 US presidential election is second to none. Which is why Matt wanted to talk to her so badly— he’s a big fan of hers in general, this particular subject has long confused the shit out of him, and it also happens to be Molly’s area of expertise. But their wide-ranging conversation covers much more than just Russia and the 2016 election. Molly breaks down what information warfare really is, defines its many forms, and details its long dark history. From there Molly and Matt go deep about why disinformation campaigns are so effective in our modern digital age, why they’re so hard to do anything about let alone stop, why we’re so damn susceptible to them, and why we tend to believe the first thing we see or read on any given subject— even if what we learn later goes against it or outright debunks it. By the time they’re through, Matt’s mind is blown. Listen now and get yours blown too! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Speaker Nancy Pelosi recently said, "All roads with you lead to Putin" when confronting President Trump over his erratic foreign policy decisions. How right she is. This week, information warfare and Eurasian policy expert Molly McKew joins Tara to discuss the extent of Putin's disinformation tactics against the United States and how Trump is playing right into Russia's hands. The level of infiltration and information manipulation by the Russians should alarm every American. A must listen episode.Tara takes on the latest on impeachment, the absurdity of the GOP's behavior and other political hot topics of the week.

Virginia Heffernan talks to info warfare expert Molly McKew about the how the Trump-Zelensky call benefits Vladimir Putin, the Ukraine, javelins, disarmament, Hunter Biden, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Virginia Heffernan talks to info warfare expert Molly McKew about the how the Trump-Zelensky call benefits Vladimir Putin, the Ukraine, javelins, disarmament, Hunter Biden, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“It is this much darker, more sinister basket of things that are not just standard political tactics.”— Molly McKew- - - - -Information warfare is a tactic used to push misleading or persuasive information to a large group of people.Propaganda, a type of information warfare, has forever been used by states, religions and governments to promote views, incite hatred and manipulate opinion.In the digital age, information warfare is more prevalent than ever. With the growth of social media, there has been a dramatic increase in the weaponisation of information.Many companies now have a broader reach and influence than the state, and with data-driven targeted information, the tools to wage information warfare are available to all. The Cambridge Analytica scandal highlighted how data and misinformation were used, through social media, to manipulate voters in the 2016 U.S. elections.In this interview, I talk with Molly McKew, an information warfare expert and foreign policy & strategy consultant. We discuss propaganda in the digital age.- - - - -Show notes and transcription:https://www.defiance.news/podcast/information-warfare-molly-mckew- - - - -Timestamps:00:00:00 - Show Intro00:01:39 - Welcoming Molly to the show00:01:44 - Information Warfare introduction00:04:34 - Russian interference in the US elections00:08:44 - Molly’s career background00:11:43 - Russian v US election interference00:15:18 - Cambridge Analytica/Facebook scandal & behavioural engineering00:23:22 - News manipulation00:28:48 - Russian PR machine00:32:01 - The role of social media00:36:33 - Brittany Kaiser and CA/Facebook00:41:23 - Apathy towards manipulation00:45:26 - Social media CEOs in the future becoming de facto heads of state00:47:59 - Facebook Libra00:49:45 - China social scoring00:50:20 - Molly as a target of information warfare- - - - -The success of Defiance will be largely down to the support of you, the listener. Below are a number of ways you can help:- Subscribe to the show on your favourite app so you never miss an episode:iTunesSpotifyDeezerStitcherSoundCloudYouTubeTuneIn- Leave a review of the show on iTunes (5* really helps, if you think the show deserves it).- Share the show and episodes out with your friends and family on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.- Follow Defiance on social media:TwitterFacebookInstagramYouTube- Subscribe to the Defiance mailing list.- Donate Bitcoin here: bc1qd3anlc8lh0cl9ulqah03dmg3r2uxm5r657zr5pIf you have any questions then please email Defiance.- - - - -

Virginia Heffernan talks to information and political analyst Molly McKew about why we’re not getting more vital information from those leaving the Trump administration, institutional erosion, the lack of honorable men, lessons from Russia, and what she’s doing at the Oslo Freedom Forum in Taiwan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Virginia Heffernan talks to information and political analyst Molly McKew about why we’re not getting more vital information from those leaving the Trump administration, institutional erosion, the lack of honorable men, lessons from Russia, and what she’s doing at the Oslo Freedom Forum in Taiwan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"In the U.S, we're a very optimistic, open-minded population, and that's great, but it also makes us susceptible to false campaigns. We need to step it up in terms of helping our nation be more aware of this." — Molly McKew The term “fake news” gets thrown around a lot in today’s media. Using social media as its main conveyor, misinformation spreads like wildfire to reach the most receptive audiences. Why do people fall prey to fake news stories, and how can we identify them?  To answer these questions, we are joined by Molly McKew, CEO of Fianna Strategies, a consulting firm that advises governments, political parties, and NGOs on foreign policy and strategic communication. Molly has acted as a foreign policy and strategy consultant, as well as a Russia expert for governments in Central Europe and advisor to political parties in Georgia and Moldova. Stephanie and Molly dig deep into finding the truth behind different types of fake news campaigns. Ultimately, it’s not always about the information spread; it’s about the why behind it’s spread. "I think the key thing to figure out is the origin point. It's not really about what is true or not; it's what is the purpose of that information at that exact time."  On this episode of Mission Daily, Molly, an information warfare expert, joins Stephanie to discuss disinformation campaigns. She also talks about the power of social media in the spreading of fake news, how to identify fake campaigns, and much more. — P.S. As part of our partnership with b8ta, we’re giving away three Withings Body+ Wi-Fi Smart Scales! Enter the giveaway for a chance to win or use discount code “MissionDaily20” to receive 20% off online at www.withings.com! — Mission Daily and all of our podcasts are created with love by our team at Mission.org. We own and operate a network of podcasts, and brand story studio designed to accelerate learning. Our clients include companies like Salesforce, Twilio, and Katerra who work with us because we produce results. To learn more and get our case studies, check out Mission.org/Studios. If you’re tired of media and news that promotes fear, uncertainty, and doubt and want an antidote, you’ll want to subscribe to our daily newsletter at Mission.org. When you do, you’ll receive a mission-driven newsletter every morning that will help you start your day off right!

Virginia Heffernan hosts a roundtable with author Karen Schwartz and cyberwar expert Molly McKew exploring Russia’s relationship to tech, Facebook and Silicon Valley, the creepy control mentality of billionaire socialites, and the difference between mafias and oligarchic systems. Features a short cameo of Ex-FIFA official Chuck Blazer’s $6,000 Trump Tower apartment for cats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Virginia Heffernan hosts a roundtable with author Karen Schwartz and cyberwar expert Molly McKew exploring Russia’s relationship to tech, Facebook and Silicon Valley, the creepy control mentality of billionaire socialites, and the difference between mafias and oligarchic systems. Features a short cameo of Ex-FIFA official Chuck Blazer’s $6,000 Trump Tower apartment for cats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"You saw the Russians start to pay attention to social media, in particular after Obama's election, because the way that he was elected was new to them. They always watch our elections very closely. So you see them toying around in this whole space of the sphere of information, the use of information as a tool of political warfare, developing new tools." Molly McKew delves into Russian disinformation campaigns in the U.S. and elsewhere.

"You saw the Russians start to pay attention to social media, in particular after Obama's election, because the way that he was elected was new to them. They always watch our elections very closely. So you see them toying around in this whole space of the sphere of information, the use of information as a tool of political warfare, developing new tools." Molly McKew delves into Russian disinformation campaigns in the U.S. and elsewhere.

Hanna Scott on the final report from the state mass shooting task force // Chris Sullivan's Chokepoint -- what happens to the Battery St Tunnel? // Molly McKew on the Mueller probe // SPU Prof Brad Murg on the trade war with China // Colleen O'Brien's dose of kindness -- Pierce County Deputies take some extra time to help an elderly TV customer // Sports Insider Danny O'Neil on the XFL/ Mallex Smith // Hanna Scott on the final Bellevue prostitution sting sentencing

In Brett Kavanaugh's confirmation process, we can see the same types of coordinated disinformation and conspiracy campaigns running on all cylinders online as occured in the 2016 election. These narratives are then picked up at the highest levels of government, from politicians who use the internet to crowdsource which conspiracies pick up traction and can then be leveraged against their political rivals. If it sticks online -- you're likely to hear it from the President. Molly McKew joins Dave Ross to discuss her latest feature in Wired Magazine.

Hanna Scott on the latest round of ST3 legal arguments // Margaret Brennan on the Kavanaugh confirmation hearings // Tom Tangney's review of Peppermint // Sports Insider Danny O'Neil previews this weekend's Seahawks and Huskies game // Molly McKew and Margaret Brennan on the White House resistance // Michael Waldman from the Brennan Center for Justice on the Kavanaugh confirmation hearings

On this episode of The Russia Guy, Kevin talks to freelance writer and Russia watcher Dustin Giebel, who was recently the target of a defamatory blog post by a #resistance freedom fighter named Jay McKenzie. The screed was posted on Medium and promoted by information-warfare darlings like lobbyist Molly McKew and former CIA agent John Sipher — two public figures Giebel has criticized in the past.Geibel talked about life as a Russia watcher at a time when strangers are happy to pick apart your biography and harass your family, all in the name of “winning the fight.”Read the screed:http://archive.is/1iklQRead Giebel's response:https://medium.com/@DustinGiebel/join-us-or-your-russian-controlled-assets-9df9b26897dFollow Giebel on Twitter:https://twitter.com/dustingiebelContribute your hard-earned cash to this podcast:https://www.patreon.com/kevinrothrockMusic featured in this episode:“Serial Killer“ by John Bartmann, http://freemusicarchive.org/music/John_Bartmann/Public_Domain_Soundtrack_Music_Album_One/serial-killer“Building Tension” by eddy, http://freemusicarchive.org/music/eddy/srs_1647/03_Building_Tension_1270“Polyushka Polye” by The Red Army Choir, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x2YlbiyiuMcSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/kevinrothrock)

Hanna Scott with the heartbreaking story of Oso survivor Tim Ward // Chris Sullivan's Chokepoint -- two big weekend closures // Molly McKew on our changing relationship with NATO // Sports Insider Danny O'Neil previews the Seahawks-Colts games // Mike Lewis on the latest efforts to save the Showbox // Claudia Rowe on her new book about a notorious Seattle murder case

In Episode 27, Melissa and Matt speak with author and strategist Molly McKew, a specialist in the integration of cyber warfare and psychological operations- in other words, the disinformation war we see being waged everywhere across our social media! McKew says the West is already at war, whether we want to be or not, calling Putin's operations in 2016 a modern-day "Pearl Harbor." Molly McKew has served as an adviser to the former president of Georgia, Mikheil Saakashvili from 2009 to 2013. She is a writer and expert in information warfare specializing in U.S.-Russia relations. She also has her own lobbying firm, Fianna Strategies. Riveting and sobering insights from her here- take a listen:

Chris Sullivan's Chokepoint -- one year of statistics on the WA distracted driving law // Researcher Alejandro Sanchez Alvarado, seeking answers to the mysteries of life in the humble flatworm // Molly McKew on the unprecedented nature of the president's comments in Helsinki // Sports Insider Danny O'Neil on the continuing Earl Thomas social media drams/ the MLB All-Star Game is the best all-star game // David Fahrenthold live wrapping up the president's overseas trip // Nicole Brodeur from the Seattle Times takes a DNA test and unearths some sordid family history

Molly McKew with a preview of Mark Zuckerberg's congressional testimony // Robert Musser, outgoing conductor of the Tacoma Concert Band // Cami McCormick live at the Pentagon on our options in Syria // Colleen O'Brien's dose of kindness -- a bartender does everything in his power to retrieve a lost wedding ring // Sports Insider Danny O'Neil on the Mariners, teetering on the brink of goodness/ Chief Wahoo controversy // David Fahrenthold live on Tom Bossert's removal/ Cohen raids/ Trump Panama hotel

Bryan Nehman discusses the latest Facebook data breach with Molly McKew, an export on information warfare.

Molly McKew on Facebook data mining and emotionally-targeted news // Feliks Banel on the efforts to rehabilitate the Memorial Stadium memorial // Michael Simon, CEO of ELUCD, which uses data to help police strengthen community ties //  Andrew Lanier's feature on the United Way homeless resource exchange // Colleen O'Brien's dose of kindness -- a small gesture from an honest cashier // Sports Insider Danny O'Neil on the loss of Luke Willson  

Molly McKew, cyberwar and Russia expert, on the poisoning of a former spy, and our lack of response // Chris Sullivan's Chokepoint -- are rideshare boats an option for commuters sick of the highway traffic? // Thomas Countryman, former Assistant Secretary of State, on talks with North Korea // Heather Bosch's dose of kindness -- South King County Youth Shelter re-opens after four years // Sports Insider Danny O'Neil on Seahawks roster moves/ Mariners injuries // David Fahrenthold live on Rex Tillerson/ Larry Kudlow/ Trump Treasury donation/ gun control/ Stormy Daniels

Robert Mueller, the Special Counsel appointed to investigate possible Russian links to the Trump campaign in 2016, last week issued formal charges against three companies and thirteen named individuals. They are all Russian. The 37-page indictment provides a wealth of detail on the scale and ambition of the operation, in which ordinary Americans were manipulated into not only promoting their messages online but even organising political rallies. President Trump responded to the indictment by repeating his assertion that he had never colluded with the Russians. It's not clear that those indicted will ever appear in an American courtroom, but if the allegations are true, they represent unprecedented interference in the American political system and raise questions about future vulnerability. CONTRIBUTORSGordon Corera, BBC security correspondent Molly McKew, expert in information warfare specialising in US-Russia relations, New Media FrontierAndrei Soshnikov, BBC MoscowAsha Rangappa, senior lecturer at the Jackson Institute for Global Affairs, Yale University and former FBI special agent, counterintelligence division.

Virginia Heffernan talks to information warfare expert Molly McKew about the #ReleaseTheMemo phenomenon and why it should alarm us that the campaign ultimately landed in our President's brain as the #1 item on his political agenda. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Virginia Heffernan talks to information warfare expert Molly McKew about the #ReleaseTheMemo phenomenon and why it should alarm us that the campaign ultimately landed in our President's brain as the #1 item on his political agenda. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When governments start pulling the strings of power with algorithms and bots... we ALL become political puppets. Listeners, it’s time to consider how online interference moves into the physical world. President Trump recently met with Russian president Vladimir Putin who told him that his country definitely didn’t meddle in the U.S. election last year, online or off. Good thing that’s cleared up. But if for some reason you’re not inclined to take either (or both) of those two men at their word, this week, some tips. How to spot a botnet. How psychometrics sells sneakers - and worldviews. And how to make sure you’re not the useful idiot. The final installment of our Nyet series, with information warfare expert Molly McKew.   Become a member today and support our work. Just visit NotetoSelfRadio.org/donate.  Listen to our first and second episodes. For more spy terms explained, reasonable/sensible coping strategies for when democracy is under threat, and Nyet more puns.     

When governments start pulling the strings of power with algorithms and bots... we ALL become political puppets. Listeners, it’s time to consider how online interference moves into the physical world. President Trump recently met with Russian president Vladimir Putin who told him that his country definitely didn’t meddle in the U.S. election last year, online or off. Good thing that’s cleared up. But if for some reason you’re not inclined to take either (or both) of those two men at their word, this week, some tips. How to spot a botnet. How psychometrics sells sneakers - and worldviews. And how to make sure you’re not the useful idiot. The final installment of our Nyet series, with information warfare expert Molly McKew.   Become a member today and support our work. Just visit NotetoSelfRadio.org/donate.  Listen to our first and second episodes. For more spy terms explained, reasonable/sensible coping strategies for when democracy is under threat, and Nyet more puns.     

When governments start pulling the strings of power with algorithms and bots... we ALL become political puppets. Listeners, it’s time to consider how online interference moves into the physical world. President Trump recently met with Russian president Vladimir Putin who told him that his country definitely didn’t meddle in the U.S. election last year, online or off. Good thing that’s cleared up. But if for some reason you’re not inclined to take either (or both) of those two men at their word, this week, some tips. How to spot a botnet. How psychometrics sells sneakers - and worldviews. And how to make sure you’re not the useful idiot. The final installment of our Nyet series, with information warfare expert Molly McKew.   Become a member today and support our work. Just visit NotetoSelfRadio.org/donate.  Listen to our first and second episodes. For more spy terms explained, reasonable/sensible coping strategies for when democracy is under threat, and Nyet more puns.     

When governments start pulling the strings of power with algorithms and bots... we ALL become political puppets. Listeners, it’s time to consider how online interference moves into the physical world. President Trump recently met with Russian president Vladimir Putin who told him that his country definitely didn’t meddle in the U.S. election last year, online or off. Good thing that’s cleared up. But if for some reason you’re not inclined to take either (or both) of those two men at their word, this week, some tips. How to spot a botnet. How psychometrics sells sneakers - and worldviews. And how to make sure you’re not the useful idiot. The final installment of our Nyet series, with information warfare expert Molly McKew.   Become a member today and support our work. Just visit NotetoSelfRadio.org/donate.  Listen to our first and second episodes. For more spy terms explained, reasonable/sensible coping strategies for when democracy is under threat, and Nyet more puns.     

When governments start pulling the strings of power with algorithms and bots... we ALL become political puppets. Listeners, it’s time to consider how online interference moves into the physical world. President Trump recently met with Russian president Vladimir Putin who told him that his country definitely didn’t meddle in the U.S. election last year, online or off. Good thing that’s cleared up. But if for some reason you’re not inclined to take either (or both) of those two men at their word, this week, some tips. How to spot a botnet. How psychometrics sells sneakers - and worldviews. And how to make sure you’re not the useful idiot. The final installment of our Nyet series, with information warfare expert Molly McKew.   Become a member today and support our work. Just visit NotetoSelfRadio.org/donate.  Listen to our first and second episodes. For more spy terms explained, reasonable/sensible coping strategies for when democracy is under threat, and Nyet more puns.     

Russian spy tactics have gotten an upgrade since the Cold War. This week how they work now: bad actors, active measures, advanced persistent threats. Cyberwar has its own vocabulary. So we got ourselves a tutor. Join Manoush and information warfare expert Molly McKew, who puts the fun in fundamental assault on democracy.  Become a member today and support our work. Just visit NotetoSelfRadio.org/donate.  This is the second episode of our series on Russia. Listen to the first and last parts. For more spy terms explained, reasonable/sensible coping strategies for when democracy is under threat, and Nyet more puns.   

Russian spy tactics have gotten an upgrade since the Cold War. This week how they work now: bad actors, active measures, advanced persistent threats. Cyberwar has its own vocabulary. So we got ourselves a tutor. Join Manoush and information warfare expert Molly McKew, who puts the fun in fundamental assault on democracy.  Become a member today and support our work. Just visit NotetoSelfRadio.org/donate.  This is the second episode of our series on Russia. Listen to the first and last parts. For more spy terms explained, reasonable/sensible coping strategies for when democracy is under threat, and Nyet more puns.   

Russian spy tactics have gotten an upgrade since the Cold War. This week how they work now: bad actors, active measures, advanced persistent threats. Cyberwar has its own vocabulary. So we got ourselves a tutor. Join Manoush and information warfare expert Molly McKew, who puts the fun in fundamental assault on democracy.  Become a member today and support our work. Just visit NotetoSelfRadio.org/donate.  This is the second episode of our series on Russia. Listen to the first and last parts. For more spy terms explained, reasonable/sensible coping strategies for when democracy is under threat, and Nyet more puns.   

Russian spy tactics have gotten an upgrade since the Cold War. This week how they work now: bad actors, active measures, advanced persistent threats. Cyberwar has its own vocabulary. So we got ourselves a tutor. Join Manoush and information warfare expert Molly McKew, who puts the fun in fundamental assault on democracy.  Become a member today and support our work. Just visit NotetoSelfRadio.org/donate.  This is the second episode of our series on Russia. Listen to the first and last parts. For more spy terms explained, reasonable/sensible coping strategies for when democracy is under threat, and Nyet more puns.   

Russian spy tactics have gotten an upgrade since the Cold War. This week how they work now: bad actors, active measures, advanced persistent threats. Cyberwar has its own vocabulary. So we got ourselves a tutor. Join Manoush and information warfare expert Molly McKew, who puts the fun in fundamental assault on democracy.  Become a member today and support our work. Just visit NotetoSelfRadio.org/donate.  This is the second episode of our series on Russia. Listen to the first and last parts. For more spy terms explained, reasonable/sensible coping strategies for when democracy is under threat, and Nyet more puns.   

Molly McKew says the liberal world order of democratic values is unraveling. In its place, Vladimir Putin is building a new world order with the primary goal of weakening America and NATO. He's waging a quiet war of subversion rather than domination and we've been slow to catch on. Yet, we see it all around us in Americans loss of faith in its democratic institutions. Is a new Cold War what America needs? We're already in the war - whether we want it or not. Support the show: http://www.wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.