Podcasts about National Security Council

In this episode of GREAT POWER PODCAST, host Ilan Berman speaks with longtime Middle East hand Ambassador Dennis Ross regarding the next steps in America's confrontation with Iran, what changes the war has wrought in the Persian Gulf, and how the current conflict is reshaping America's approach to great power politics. BIO:Ambassador Dennis Ross is the counselor and William Davidson Distinguished Fellow at The Washington Institute for Near East Policy. He also teaches at Georgetown University's Center for Jewish Civilization. For more than twelve years, Amb. Ross played a leading role in shaping U.S. involvement in the Middle East peace process, dealing directly with the parties as the U.S. point man on the peace process in both the George H. W. Bush and Bill Clinton administrations. He served two and half years as special assistant to President Obama and National Security Council senior director for the Central Region, spending the first 6 months of the Administration as the special advisor on Iran to Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton. His newest book is Statecraft 2.0: What America Needs to Lead in a Multipolar World (Oxford University Press, March 2025).

Lawfare Public Service Fellow Julia Curlee sits down with Jonathan Czin, the Michael H. Armacost Chair in Foreign Policy Studies and fellow in the John L. Thornton China Center at the Brookings Institution, to unpack Xi Jinping's state visit to Washington, his first in 11 years.The two former CIA and National Security Council colleagues discuss what each side walked away with, including a two-month extension of the trade truce and potential channels on artificial intelligence and military crisis communications. They look at the implications for Taiwan, the war in Iran, and how the loss of China expertise and policy staff showed in the summit's preparation and readouts.For further reading, see:Jonathan Czin, “What Trump Doesn't Understand About Xi,” The AtlanticThe White House fact sheet on the state visitXinhua's summary of the visit's eight outcomesTo 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.

On the Power Vertical Podcast this week, host Brian Whitmore hosts an all-start lineup of guests to break it all down: Michael Carpenter, who served as the U.S. National Security Council's Senior Director for Europe, US Ambassador to the OSCE, and Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Russia, Ukraine, and Eurasia; and Max Bergmann, a former U.S. State Department official who served, among other posts, as a member of the Secretary of State's Policy Planning Staff and as a speechwriter for former Secretary of State John Kerry. 

This week, Chinese President Xi Jinping is in Washington to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump. Trade, technology, and Taiwan are all expected to be on the agenda. It's the two leaders' second meeting in less than six months, as they try to stabilize the future of U.S.-China relations. Many fear tensions are brewing, but with their tariff war in the past, could it be possible for the world's two biggest economies to work together? Welcome to Counterpoint, where we take one big question facing world leaders and look at it from opposing points of view. In this episode, we're asking: Can the United States and China build a stable relationship? Arguing in favor is Jessica Chen Weiss, a professor of China studies at Johns Hopkins University and a former senior advisor at the U.S. State Department. Arguing against it is Zack Cooper, a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, where he studies U.S. strategy in Asia and U.S.-China competition. He is also a former staffer at the U.S. National Security Council. Counterpoint is a production of Foreign Policy, in partnership with the Doha Forum. The show is hosted by FP deputy editor Nick Danforth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of John Solomon Reports, host John Solomon dives deep into the pressing issues facing America today, including the weaponization of government, election integrity, and the growing threat from China. Broadcasting live from the newly named JTN Marketplace studios in Washington, D.C., Solomon shares exciting updates about the Just the News official store, featuring products like the newly launched Just the Brew coffee and exclusive books that support investigative journalism.Joining the show is Congressman Josh Brecheen from Oklahoma, who discusses the urgent need to address the national debt and the challenges Congress faces in making meaningful progress. Brecheen sheds light on the over 600 pieces of legislation stalled in the Senate, emphasizing the need for action.In the second interview, Solomon covers the high-stakes foreign summit happening in Washington, D.C., where President Trump will meet with President Xi of China. Fred Fleitz, former chief of staff to the National Security Council, joins to analyze the implications of this meeting, touching on critical topics such as AI, sanctions, and China's economic challenges.The episode also addresses the recent controversy surrounding media access to the White House, with CNN and other outlets facing bans due to alleged inaccuracies. Media Research Center's Tim Graham provides insights into the evolving landscape of media coverage and the implications for transparency.Finally, Dr. Chad Walding, from our great partners NativePath, returns for the weekly health news update, discussing the importance of hydration and why simply drinking water may not be enough as we age. Solomon highlights the growing concerns about mRNA vaccines, featuring a letter from notable health freedom advocates expressing their frustrations with the current administration's stance on vaccination.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of Pekingology, Senior Fellow Henrietta Levin is joined by Ambassador Daniel Kritenbrink, former Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs, U.S. Ambassador to Vietnam, and Senior Director for Asian Affairs at the National Security Council, to discuss U.S.-China diplomacy and the upcoming meeting between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping. Drawing on decades of experience engaging with senior Chinese officials, including Xi Jinping, Kritenbrink reflects on Xi's leadership style and China's increasingly confident approach to the United States and the international system. He discusses the role of leader-level diplomacy in managing U.S.-China competition, lessons he learned from preparing for Xi's 2015 state visit to Washington, and what effective communication between Washington and Beijing looks like behind closed doors. They also examine what to expect from the Trump-Xi summit, the prospects for maintaining what Kritenbrink describes as a “fragile truce” between the two countries, and the economic, technological, and security issues that will continue to test U.S.-China relations.

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 Subscribe and Watch Interviews LIVE : On YOUTUBE.com/StandUpWithPete ON SubstackStandUpWithPete Stand Up is a daily podcast. I book,host,edit, post and promote new episodes with brilliant guests every day. This show is Ad free and fully supported by listeners like you! Please subscribe now for as little as 5$ and gain access to a community of over 750 awesome, curious, kind, funny, brilliant, generous souls David Rothkopf is the CEO of TRG Media, host of the Deep State Radio podcast, and the author, most recently of Traitor: A History of Betraying America from Benedict Arnold to Donald Trump. The Rothkopf Group produces podcasts including Deep State Radio, National Security Magazine, custom programming for clients and it organizes live interactive web-based and live forums. Rothkopf is a contributing columnist to The Daily Beast and a member of the Board of Contributors of USA Today.  He is the author of hundreds of articles on international, national security and political themes for publications that include the New York Times, Washington Post, USA Today, the Financial Times, the Daily Beast, Foreign Policy and Foreign Affairs. He is also a regular commentator on broadcast media worldwide. His previous books include Great Questions of Tomorrow, National Insecurity: American Leadership in an Age of Fear, Power, Inc.: The Epic Rivalry Between Big Business and Government—and the Reckoning That Lies Ahead, Superclass: The Global Power Elite and the World They Are Making, and Running the World: The Inside Story of the National Security Council and the Architects of American Power. His most recent book is The Great Questions of Tomorrow. Rothkopf has taught international affairs at Columbia University, Georgetown University and Johns Hopkins University. He has served as a member of several boards and advisory boards including those associated with the U.S. Institute of Peace, IREX, the Bloomberg School of Public Health at Johns Hopkins University, the Progressive Policy Institute, and the Center for the Study of the Presidency. Previously, Rothkopf served as CEO and Editor of the FP Group, publishers of Foreign Policy Magazine, CEO of Garten Rothkopf and was the founder and CEO of Intellibridge Corporation, an open-source intelligence provider to government and private sector organizations. Prior to that he served as managing director of Kissinger Associates. Rothkopf served as deputy undersecretary of commerce for international trade policy in the Clinton administration and played a central role in developing the administration's groundbreaking Big Emerging Markets Initiative. Before government, Rothkopf was founder and CEO of International Media Partners and editor and publisher of the CEO Magazine and Emerging Markets newspaper. He also served as chairman of the CEO Institute. He is a graduate of Columbia College of Columbia University and attended the Columbia Graduate School of Journalism. Listen rate and review on Apple Podcasts Listen rate and review on Spotify Pete On Instagram Pete on Blue Sky Pete on Threads Pete on Tik Tok Pete on Twitter Pete Personal FB page Stand Up with Pete FB page All things Jon Carroll  Gift a Subscription https://www.patreon.com/PeteDominick/gift Send Pete $ Directly on Venmo  

 Subscribe and Watch Interviews LIVE : On YOUTUBE.com/StandUpWithPete ON SubstackStandUpWithPete Stand Up is a daily podcast. I book,host,edit, post and promote new episodes with brilliant guests every day. This show is Ad free and fully supported by listeners like you! Please subscribe now for as little as 5$ and gain access to a community of over 750 awesome, curious, kind, funny, brilliant, generous souls David Rothkopf is the CEO of TRG Media, host of the Deep State Radio podcast, and the author, most recently of Traitor: A History of Betraying America from Benedict Arnold to Donald Trump. The Rothkopf Group produces podcasts including Deep State Radio, National Security Magazine, custom programming for clients and it organizes live interactive web-based and live forums. Rothkopf is a contributing columnist to The Daily Beast and a member of the Board of Contributors of USA Today.  He is the author of hundreds of articles on international, national security and political themes for publications that include the New York Times, Washington Post, USA Today, the Financial Times, the Daily Beast, Foreign Policy and Foreign Affairs. He is also a regular commentator on broadcast media worldwide. His previous books include Great Questions of Tomorrow, National Insecurity: American Leadership in an Age of Fear, Power, Inc.: The Epic Rivalry Between Big Business and Government—and the Reckoning That Lies Ahead, Superclass: The Global Power Elite and the World They Are Making, and Running the World: The Inside Story of the National Security Council and the Architects of American Power. His most recent book is The Great Questions of Tomorrow. Rothkopf has taught international affairs at Columbia University, Georgetown University and Johns Hopkins University. He has served as a member of several boards and advisory boards including those associated with the U.S. Institute of Peace, IREX, the Bloomberg School of Public Health at Johns Hopkins University, the Progressive Policy Institute, and the Center for the Study of the Presidency. Previously, Rothkopf served as CEO and Editor of the FP Group, publishers of Foreign Policy Magazine, CEO of Garten Rothkopf and was the founder and CEO of Intellibridge Corporation, an open-source intelligence provider to government and private sector organizations. Prior to that he served as managing director of Kissinger Associates. Rothkopf served as deputy undersecretary of commerce for international trade policy in the Clinton administration and played a central role in developing the administration's groundbreaking Big Emerging Markets Initiative. Before government, Rothkopf was founder and CEO of International Media Partners and editor and publisher of the CEO Magazine and Emerging Markets newspaper. He also served as chairman of the CEO Institute. He is a graduate of Columbia College of Columbia University and attended the Columbia Graduate School of Journalism. Listen rate and review on Apple Podcasts Listen rate and review on Spotify Pete On Instagram Pete on Blue Sky Pete on Threads Pete on Tik Tok Pete on Twitter Pete Personal FB page Stand Up with Pete FB page All things Jon Carroll  Gift a Subscription https://www.patreon.com/PeteDominick/gift Send Pete $ Directly on Venmo  

This week, Steve sits down with Steve Miska, author, former military leader, educator, and founder of Wrangling & Writing, for a conversation about curiosity, risk, leadership, decision-making, and what it means to move forward when you're never truly ready. Miska embraces the idea of the 40/70 rule-- the belief that waiting for complete clarity can cause us to miss important opportunities, while acting with too little information can lead us down the wrong path. Instead, he argues that there is a productive space between the two: a point where we have enough clarity to act while remaining open to what we might learn along the way. The conversation explores how curiosity, empathy, and humility can help leaders navigate uncertainty, manage noise, and move beyond black-and-white thinking. Mellor and Miska also discuss the rescuers' archetype, the responsibility we have for how we show up emotionally and why people need to own their own decisions. In this episode, you'll hear about: • The 40/70 rule and how to act without waiting for perfect clarity • Why curiosity, empathy, and humility are essential to navigating uncertainty • How leaders can separate signal from noise and move beyond black-and-white thinking • Why helping others doesn't mean owning their decisions for them • The rescuer archetype and how high performers can fall into “urgency addiction” • What horses can teach us about emotional awareness, trust, and leadership Whether you are navigating a major transition, making a difficult decision, leading a team, or simply trying to become more aware of how you show up in the world, Steve Miska offers a powerful reminder: you may never feel completely ready-- and you don't have to. Readiness can come from staying curious, embracing uncertainty, and being willing to act with enough clarity to take the next step. Listen now and ask yourself: Am I waiting for certainty when I already have enough clarity to move? About the guest: Steve Miska is currently on what he and his team refer to as the Wrangling & Writing 2026 Horse Farm Sabbatical. He shares writing about horses and lifts stories about hidden gems in communities around the country. He served twenty-five years in the Army, including three combat deployments to Iraq and service in the White House as Director for Iraq on the National Security Council. Most recently, he led the Department of Veterans Affairs' implementation of the PACT Act, the largest expansion of veteran healthcare in over a generation. During the Afghanistan withdrawal, Steve stood up a team in Los Angeles that assisted hundreds of nonprofits and other veteran advocates to get their trusted partners out of Taliban violence. He plans to continue his self-directed equine therapy mission, writing about veterans returning from conflict zones, processing those experiences, and seeking to understand the deep divisions tearing at the social fabric of the United States and humanity. Connect with Steve Miska: Substack: https://substack.com/@wranglingandwriting  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wranglingandwriting/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-miska/  Book: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B094MS98BJ?ccs_id=0a7b6741-645c-4133-a7cc-85e0ee68889c  Send us Fan MailSupport the showConnect with Steve MellorStay connected and keep growing with Steve:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-mellor-cc/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/coachstevemellorBook Steve to speak at your next event → www.stevemellorspeaks.comSupport the GrowthReady Podcast by leaving a 5-star rating → Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/growthready-podcast/id1406082163Connect with GrowthReadyJoin the community and keep your growth journey going:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/wearegrowthready/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/growthreadypodcast/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/growthreadywithcoachstevemellorOfficial Website - https://growthready.com/----This podcast was produced on Riverside and released via ...

Tuesday, September 15, 2026Today, Donald Trump Jr's Bahamian wedding was bankrolled by the Kremlin; a whistleblower says federal agents may have broken the law in search of voter fraud; an IG report details abhorrent conditions at the Alligator Alcatraz concentration camp; the President is holding the Kennedy Center hostage threatening to close it if he can't put his name on it again; a Trump-appointed judge has issued a second block on the Postal Service's mail ballot rule and the DOJ has appealed it to the Supreme Court; Scottish, Welsh, and Northern Ireland held rare talks Monday to break away from the United Kingdom; the EPA has revoked the rule limiting greenhouse gas emissions; staffers say Mitch McConnell will return to the Senate this week; plus Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.Thank You, Smalls | For a limited time, get 60% off your first order, plus free shipping and free treats for life, when you head to Smalls.com/DAILYBEANSThank You, UpWork |Visit Upwork.com right now and post your job for free. Blue Wave Nation | https://secure.actblue.com/donate/mswbluewave The Trump Epstein Memorial BookmobileThe Daily Beans is proud to partner with Miles Taylor and our friends at DEFIANCE.org For a limited time, members of the Daily Beans community can receive a FREE 3-month full membership to DEFIANCE.org and gain access to one of the fastest-growing pro-democracy movements in America. Join here: https://www.defiance.org/beansGuest: Adam KlasfeldAll Rise News@allrisenews|Bluesky, @klasfeldreports.com|BlueSky, @KlasfeldReports|Twitter, @senecaprojectus - InstagramThe Latest Breakdown →Trump's DOJ Just Blew Up Its Own Story In My LawsuitNew Unjustified →The Grand ConspiracyDiamond Dames → Diamond Dames - YouTube Diamond Dames - A Ted Lasso PodcastPatreon → The Daily Beans | PatreonStories‘Time to get back to work': Mitch McConnell returns to Senate | POLITICODOJ asks Supreme Court to lift second order against Trump's mail voting restrictions | Democracy DocketKennedy Center could close as early as Tuesday, warns of bankruptcy, documents show | Washington PostScottish, Welsh, Northern Irish parties to hold independence summit | Le MondeEPA eliminates rule that limits planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions from power plants | AP NewsDHS watchdog finds immigrants were held at ‘Alligator Alcatraz' in outdoor cages the size of phone booths | NBC NewsWhistle-Blower: Federal Agents May Have Broken State Laws in Search For Voter Fraud | NYTGood Trouble→Battleground Support Hub - Democrats.org→Get Out The Vote: Volunteer Info Session→Voter Registration Deadlines - Vote.org→Hands Off Our Vote! 2026 Toolkit | Indivisible→Help staff your local polling place - Power The Polls→Voter Registration Volunteer Opportunities · Mobilize→Helpline Orientation- Spanish Speakers Needed! - VoteRiders→Help save Texas from Ken Paxton! →NO HATE in WA State→Stand With Minnesota →iceout.org Good NewsCoastal WildsVision To LearnDana Goldberg: Outrageous - Sep 23 - Den Theater - Chicago Dana Goldberg's Southwest FunnyFest Oct 9 - City of Albuquerque→Share your Good News & Good Trouble - The Daily Beans→Beans Talk audio -beans-talk.simplecast.comSubscribe to the MSW on YouTube - MSW Media - YouTubeOur Donation LinksThe Trevor Project - trevorproject.org/beansBlue Wave California - ActBlue.com/donate/msw-bwcDonate to Public Citizen - https://citizen.org/beans/National Security Counselors - Donate, WhistleblowerAid.org/beansDonate to It Gets Better / The Daily Beans FundraiserPathways to Citizenship - boomerang - pathways Dana and The Daily Beans support of Human Rights Campaign ONE CAUSE HRCThe Daily Beans supports It Gets BetterDr. Allison Gill - The Breakdown | Allison Gill, Mueller, She Wrote @muellershewrote.com - Bluesky, MSW & The Daily Beans Podcast @muellershewrote - Instagram, MSW Media - YouTube →Federal workers email AG - fedoath@pm.meDana Goldberg - Dana is on Patreon! At Dana's Dugout, @dgcomedy - Bluesky, @dgcomedy - IG, Dana Goldberg - Facebook, DanaGoldberg.comMore from MSW Media - Shows, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | Allison Gill Reminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That's just one of the perks of subscribing! patreon.com/muellershewrote Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:https://apple.co/3XNx7ckWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?https://patreon.com/thedailybeanshttps://dailybeans.supercast.com/https://apple.co/3UKzKt0 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

America's adversaries are fighting a war designed to shape what people see, believe, share—and ultimately do. Russia, China and Iran are investing billions of dollars in influence operations intended to divide Americans, weaken alliances and alter real-world decisions, often without firing a shot. Artificial intelligence is now giving those campaigns unprecedented speed, scale and precision. In this episode of The Cipher Brief's State Secrets Podcast, Suzanne Kelly speaks with Shawn Chenoweth, the National Security Council's Director for Cognitive Advantage, about the escalating war for perception. Chenoweth explains how foreign powers exploit legitimate grievances, amplify American voices and manipulate social media networks to influence public behavior—sometimes without the people involved realizing they are being used. They also examine why America abandoned much of its influence infrastructure after the Cold War, how adversaries may be targeting opposition to U.S. data centers and AI development, and why determining who controls the information environment could become one of the defining national security contests of our time. As Chenoweth warns, America is taking "face shots every day" in this arena—and it is time to start fighting back.

Title: Eyewitness to History: Reflections on September 11   In this episode, senior leaders across various sectors reflect on their firsthand experiences of the September 11 attacks and the global war on terrorism that followed. Host: Juju Chang, Coanchor, Nightline, ABC News; CFR Member   Guests: Jane Harman, Former U.S. Representative (D-CA), Former Ranking Member, House Intelligence Subcommittee on Terrorism and Homeland Security (1993–2011); Chair, 2024 Commission on the National Defense Strategy; CFR Member   Paul D. Wolfowitz, Distinguished Visiting Fellow, Hoover Institution; Former U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense (2001–05); CFR Member   John E. McLaughlin, Professor of Practice, Johns Hopkins School of Advanced International Studies; Former Deputy Director and Acting Director, Central Intelligence Agency (2000–04); CFR Member   John B. Bellinger III, Adjunct Senior Fellow for International and National Security Law, Council on Foreign Relations; Partner, Arnold & Porter LLP; Former Senior Associate Counsel to the President and Legal Advisor to the National Security Council (2001–05); CFR Member   Subscribe to CFR's Daily News Brief newsletter for comprehensive analysis of global news and events.   To keep tabs on all CFR events, visit cfr.org/event. To watch this event, visit the CFR YouTube channel: Eyewitnesses to History—The View From Washington  

What moral code do we need when our tools can reshape intelligence and biology itself?Jamie Metzl is a technology and healthcare futurist and geopolitical expert, founder and chair of OneShared.World, and a Senior Fellow at the Atlantic Council. He has served on the U.S. National Security Council and with the United Nations in Cambodia, and he is the author of Hacking Darwin, Superconvergence, and his newest book, The AI Ten Commandments.The book began as a question Jamie put to a popular AI model, asking what ten principles, drawn from all of recorded human history, would produce the most peace and human flourishing. What came back pulled from traditions he already knew and others he had never encountered.Jamie and Mike get into what it takes to be a participant in this rather than a bystander, why Jamie thinks the moment belongs to all of us rather than to a handful of technologists and billionaires, and what he would keep from the original Ten Commandments.Mike's push is that principles on their own do not necessarily hold. Most of us sign off on them easily. What happens to them in a high stress, consequential environment is the harder question.Jamie says technology is what gets us to this conversation, and the conversation is about values. The unsexy word for the rest of it, he says, is governance, and it starts with governance of the self.Enjoy the conversation.Links & ResourcesJamie Metzl's Website: jamiemetzl.comJamie Metzl's Books: The AI Ten Commandments: A New Moral Code for Humanity, Superconvergence, Hacking Darwin, Eternal SonataOneShared.World, where Jamie is founder and chairAtlantic Council, where Jamie is a Senior Fellow: atlanticcouncil.org/expert/jamie-metzlSubscribe to our Youtube Channel for more conversations at the intersection of high performance, leadership, and wellbeing: https://www.youtube.com/c/FindingMasteryGet exclusive discounts and support our amazing sponsors!Go to: https://findingmastery.com/sponsors/Subscribe to the Finding Mastery newsletter for weekly high performance insights: https://www.findingmastery.com/newsletterDownload Dr. Mike's Morning Mindset Routine: findingmastery.com/morningmindsetFollow on YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, and XSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on O'Connor & Company, we're marking a somber anniversary - 25 years since the September 11th terrorist attacks. But amidst the reflections on that fateful day, the conversation takes a sharp turn into the present, tackling the pressing issues of our time. From the rise of socialism in America to the growing threat of Islamist ideology, this episode is a must-listen for anyone concerned about the state of our nation. We delve into the complexities of the 9/11 anniversary, discussing the lessons we've learned from that pivotal moment in history. We're also joined by Cal Thomas, a syndicated columnist, who shares his personal experience of the attacks and offers a candid assessment of the current state of the Republican Party. Meanwhile, Mike Gonzalez of the Heritage Foundation weighs in on the controversy surrounding the Smithsonian's woke-ification and the need to reclaim American heritage. As the conversation unfolds, we're reminded that the threat of terrorism hasn't disappeared, but has evolved into a more insidious form. Dr. Sebastian Gorka, Senior Director for Counterterrorism at the National Security Council, shares his expertise on the Red-Green Alliance and the dangers of Islamist ideology. We also explore the growing concern about the infiltration of Islamist ideology in the US, particularly in areas like Michigan and Texas. In this episode, we're also joined by Congressman Andy Harris, who discusses the battle over redistricting in Maryland and the state of the Republican Party. Additionally, Nick Freitas, a Green Beret combat veteran and former Virginia delegate, shares his insights on the rise of socialism in America and the need for a more nuanced understanding of the threat posed by Islamist ideology. With so much at stake, this episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in staying informed about the issues that matter most.Become a Townhall VIP member with promo code "LARRY": https://townhall.com/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been a tumultuous year for Venezuela, marked by political upheaval and deadly earthquakes. Then, in late August, the Trump administration announced a deal for over 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil reserves—and a 35% stake in North American Blue Energy Partners (NABEP). The move could turn a little-known private company into one of the world's largest corporate holders of oil reserves.  But NABEP wasn't the only headline. In the same week, Chevron pledged $7 billion to double its Venezuelan production, Italian major ENI moved forward on a massive oil field agreement, and GE Vernova signed on to rehabilitate the country's crippled electric grid. All told, Venezuela signed deals covering more than 150 billion barrels of oil resources—an unprecedented scale-up for a sector starved of investment for over two decades. Yet for all the fanfare, basic questions remain unresolved. What are the terms and legal basis for the deal? What does direct US government equity in Venezuelan oil actually mean for American energy security and gas prices at the pump? And where does this deal fit in the long energy history between the US and Venezuela—is this a genuine turning point, or just the latest swing in a cycle of investments and setbacks that hasn't delivered lasting progress for ordinary Venezuelans? Today on the show, Jason Bordoff speaks with Luisa Palacios and Bob McNally.  Luisa is an adjunct senior research scholar here at the center, where she also served as CGEP's head of research. Before joining CGEP, Luisa was chairwoman of Citgo Petroleum Corporation, the US refining arm of Venezuela's state oil company, PDVSA.  Bob is the founder and president of Rapidan Energy Group, an independent energy consulting and market advisory firm. From 2001 to 2003 he served on the White House National Economic Council as special assistant to President George W. Bush. And in 2003, he was the senior director for international energy on the National Security Council. His 2017 book, Crude Volatility: The History and the Future of Boom-Bust Oil Prices, examines the history of oil price swings.

What if the president can act before Congress has time to stop him?As former U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security, former General Counsel of the Department of Defense, and a member of the National Security Council, Jeh Johnson has advised presidents on war, terrorism, cyber threats, and some of the country's most consequential national security decisions.He has seen what happens when the pressure to “do something” collides with incomplete intelligence, rapidly changing facts, political pressure, and enormous presidential power.He discusses:● Why “Mr. President, do something” can be dangerous advice● Why Congress has only formally declared war in only five conflicts in U.S. history● How much military force a president can order without first going to Congress● What happens to constitutional checks and balances when weapons can strike in minutes● Why presidential power looks different from inside the Oval Office● What actually happens inside the Situation Room when the intelligence is incomplete and the stakes are enormous● The threat that worries him the mostThe Constitution gives Congress the power to declare war. But modern military strikes and warfare can move extraordinarily fast. So who can stop a president from starting a war? Where are the limits on presidential power when a decision has to be made in minutes? And when the law leaves enormous discretion in the hands of one person, how much ultimately depends on that person's judgment and restraint?

Sir Simon Gass is a Senior Adviser to SC Strategy, a London-based geopolitical strategy company. Simon had a long career as a British diplomat and national security expert. While in the British Foreign Office, his appointments included Ambassador to Greece (2004-2009), Ambassador to Iran (2009-2011) and NATO's Senior Civilian Representative to Afghanistan (2011-12). As the Foreign Office's Political Director (2013-2016) Simon led policy on the Middle East, Russia, Africa, South and Central Asia, the United Nations and other international institutions. During this period, he led the UK team at the prolonged E3+3 negotiations which resulted in the Iran Nuclear Agreement – the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action - in July 2015. After leaving the Foreign Office, Simon became Commandant of the Royal College of Defence Studies in 2018. From 2019 to 2023 Simon was appointed Chair of the Joint Intelligence Committee and Adviser on Intelligence to successive British Prime Ministers. He was responsible for providing the Prime Minister and National Security Council with strategic assessments on the full range of national security issues. Simon is also a Visiting Professor at King's College London and a Distinguished Fellow at the Royal United Services Institute. He is a frequent media commentator on international affairs. Website: https://jonathanperks.com/podcasts/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul D. Miller is a scholar and professor at Georgetown University. He is a veteran and also served on the National Security Council. As a Christian, and deeply patriotic, Paul's is a valuable voice on the topic of Christian nationalism. His most recent book, The Religion of American Greatness is the topic of our conversation and it is … Continue reading Episode 369 – Paul D. Miller (re-release!)

Plus: The Last Us Troops Leave Iraq. “Who Talks Like That?” The Four-Star General on Trump's Greenland Threats, Davos Humiliation, and ICE Moving Like It's Mosul.  General Barry McCaffrey has seen more war and more national security decision-making than almost anyone alive. A retired four-star, four combat tours, three Purple Hearts, veteran of the National Security Council under three administrations. In this replay, he sits down with Paul Rieckhoff for a no-BS conversation about a moment most Americans still haven't fully absorbed: the U.S. is no longer trusted by its closest allies, our institutions have been hollowed out, and the most trusted institution in American life — the armed forces — is being dragged into domestic politics in ways that should alarm every citizen, regardless of party. McCaffrey walks through the politicization of the military and federal law enforcement, ICE units operating like infantry in Los Angeles, the 11th Airborne on standby for Minneapolis, and what the Insurrection Act would actually mean if Trump pulls that lever. He unpacks Davos, Greenland, the humiliation of our closest allies, and why "NATO is dead" is not hyperbole. He reflects on the quiet exit of the last U.S. troops from Iraq, the political failures that defined the forever wars, and the 60,000 Americans killed and wounded in the war on terror. This is the kind of intelligence-grade analysis independents are starving for — grounded in decades of service, delivered straight. -WATCH full video of this episode here. -Millions of American veterans are being locked out of primary elections in the country they served. See what we're doing to change that. -Visit Kalshi and trade on anything. Use code [INDEPENDENT] to get ten dollars when you trade ten. -Head to cozyearth.com and use the code AMERICANS for an exclusive 20% off. -Join Noble Mobile today and get a $100 bonus when you use code PAUL and stay a member for 2 months! -Join IVA and help us get independent veterans elected to office. -Learn more about Paul's work to elect a new generation of independent leaders with Independent Veterans of America. -Learn more about American Veterans for Ukraine here. -Remember Independent is an Attitude. -Learn more about The Headstrong Project for Veterans, Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS), and Department of Veterans Affairs resources in your area. Seeking support is not a sign of weakness. It's a show of strength. If you or a loved one are in immediate crisis, dial 988 and press 1, or text 838255. Connect with Independent Americans: Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all podcast platforms Read more at Substack Support ad-free episodes at Patreon  Connect: Instagram  • X/Twitter • BlueSky • Facebook  Follow on social: @PaulRieckhoff on X, Instagram, Threads, and Bluesky -Join the movement. Hook into our exclusive Patreon community of Independent Americans. Get extra content, connect with guests, meet other Independent Americans, attend events, get merch discounts, and support this show that speaks truth to power.  -And get cool IA and Righteous hats, t-shirts and other merch now in time for the new year.  Independent Americans is powered by veteran-owned and led Righteous Media.  And now part of the BLEAV network!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the Power Vertical Podcast this week, host Brian Whitmore hosts an all-start lineup of guests to break it all down: Michael Carpenter, who served as the U.S. National Security Council's Senior Director for Europe, US Ambassador to the OSCE, and Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Russia, Ukraine, and Eurasia; John Sipher, a 28-year veteran of the Central Intelligence Agency's National Clandestine Service and recipient of the Distinguished Career Intelligence Medal; and James Sherr, an honorary fellow at the International Center for Defense and Security and an Associate Fellow of the Russia and Eurasia Programme at Chatham House.

Dr Fiona Hill is the former Deputy Assistant to the President of The United States, and Senior Director for European and Russian affairs on the U.S. National Security Council. Acting as a Defence Advisor for the government, she co-authored the 2025 Strategic Defence Review. She is currently the Chancellor at Durham University. Dr Hill shows the importance of recognising and building up the talent of those around you, and listening to your team's quieter voices. She also talks about the value of thinking big and how not being afraid of making bold actions can lead to success.

In this episode of John Solomon Reports, we pay tribute to the legendary Dolly Parton, who passed away at the age of 80, reflecting on her immense impact as a businesswoman, entertainer, and patriot. Host John Solomon shares heartfelt memories of her music and kindness, emphasizing her deep connection to the people of Tennessee and her remarkable contributions to American culture.The episode then shifts focus to pressing national security issues, featuring three insightful guests who dissect current geopolitical tensions. First up is Ambassador Carla Sands, former U.S. Ambassador to Denmark, who discusses the ongoing trade disputes with Canada and the economic stranglehold on Iran. Her insights provide a critical look at the complexities of international trade and diplomacy.Next, we hear from Fred Fleitz, former chief of staff of the National Security Council, who shares his expertise on the escalating situation in South Korea and the challenges posed by North Korea and China. His candid analysis sheds light on the broader implications for the Asia-Pacific region.Finally, economist E.J. Antoni joins the conversation to further explore the ramifications of the Canadian tariff battle, bringing a unique perspective on economic policies and their impact on everyday Americans.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

My conversation with David starts at 27 mins Subscribe and Watch Interviews LIVE : On YOUTUBE.com/StandUpWithPete ON SubstackStandUpWithPete Stand Up is a daily podcast. I book,host,edit, post and promote new episodes with brilliant guests every day. This show is Ad free and fully supported by listeners like you! Please subscribe now for as little as 5$ and gain access to a community of over 750 awesome, curious, kind, funny, brilliant, generous souls David Rothkopf is the CEO of TRG Media, host of the Deep State Radio podcast, and the author, most recently of Traitor: A History of Betraying America from Benedict Arnold to Donald Trump. The Rothkopf Group produces podcasts including Deep State Radio, National Security Magazine, custom programming for clients and it organizes live interactive web-based and live forums. Rothkopf is a contributing columnist to The Daily Beast and a member of the Board of Contributors of USA Today.  He is the author of hundreds of articles on international, national security and political themes for publications that include the New York Times, Washington Post, USA Today, the Financial Times, the Daily Beast, Foreign Policy and Foreign Affairs. He is also a regular commentator on broadcast media worldwide. His previous books include Great Questions of Tomorrow, National Insecurity: American Leadership in an Age of Fear, Power, Inc.: The Epic Rivalry Between Big Business and Government—and the Reckoning That Lies Ahead, Superclass: The Global Power Elite and the World They Are Making, and Running the World: The Inside Story of the National Security Council and the Architects of American Power. His most recent book is The Great Questions of Tomorrow. Rothkopf has taught international affairs at Columbia University, Georgetown University and Johns Hopkins University. He has served as a member of several boards and advisory boards including those associated with the U.S. Institute of Peace, IREX, the Bloomberg School of Public Health at Johns Hopkins University, the Progressive Policy Institute, and the Center for the Study of the Presidency. Previously, Rothkopf served as CEO and Editor of the FP Group, publishers of Foreign Policy Magazine, CEO of Garten Rothkopf and was the founder and CEO of Intellibridge Corporation, an open-source intelligence provider to government and private sector organizations. Prior to that he served as managing director of Kissinger Associates. Rothkopf served as deputy undersecretary of commerce for international trade policy in the Clinton administration and played a central role in developing the administration's groundbreaking Big Emerging Markets Initiative. Before government, Rothkopf was founder and CEO of International Media Partners and editor and publisher of the CEO Magazine and Emerging Markets newspaper. He also served as chairman of the CEO Institute. He is a graduate of Columbia College of Columbia University and attended the Columbia Graduate School of Journalism. Listen rate and review on Apple Podcasts Listen rate and review on Spotify Pete On Instagram Pete on Blue Sky Pete on Threads Pete on Tik Tok Pete on Twitter Pete Personal FB page Stand Up with Pete FB page All things Jon Carroll  Gift a Subscription https://www.patreon.com/PeteDominick/gift Send Pete $ Directly on Venmo

Energy abundance means different things in today's global context than it did even a decade ago. It is about expanding electricity access while meeting rising energy demand. It is about navigating geopolitical fragmentation, limited government support, and shifting development priorities. And it is about leveraging new technologies to deliver reliable power at scale. But the challenge is not just technological. It is institutional and financial. Many low- and middle-income countries face high capital costs, limited access to financing, and policy frameworks that struggle to keep pace with growing demand.  Solving this challenge is a priority for both the Center on Global Energy Policy and The Rockefeller Foundation. That's why this past spring the two organizations launched a high-level panel to advance "universal energy abundance," an idea that positions reliable, affordable energy as a cornerstone of economic growth, industrialization, and opportunity in emerging and developing economies.  So what does it take to move from energy scarcity and toward energy abundance? Can international institutions, governments, and investors come together to mobilize the scale of investment required? And how can emerging economies balance the urgency of expanding energy access with the need for affordability, reliability, and sustainability? Today on the show, we're revisiting a conversation that Jason Bordoff had back in April with Rajiv Shah, president of The Rockefeller Foundation, about the high-level panel and its goals. Rajiv has led The Rockefeller Foundation since 2017. Prior to that, during the Obama administration, he led the US Agency for International Development as its administrator. He also served on the National Security Council, at the US Department of Agriculture, and held leadership roles at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Credits: Hosted by Jason Bordoff and Bill Loveless. Produced by Mary Catherine O'Connor, Caroline Pitman, and Kyu Lee. Engineering by Gregory Vilfranc.  

In this episode of John Solomon Reports, host John Solomon delves into the escalating threat of drone warfare within the United States, drawing parallels to their use in global conflicts such as the war in Ukraine and tensions in the Middle East. With alarming incidents like the foiled drone plot targeting President Trump's UFC event, the urgency for robust countermeasures has never been clearer. John speaks with Dr. Sebastian Gorka, Deputy Assistant to the President and Senior Director for Counterterrorism at the National Security Council, who outlines the administration's proactive strategies to mitigate drone threats. Dr. Gorka shares insights on the newly established training programs for law enforcement, the collaborative efforts across federal and local agencies, and the innovative technologies being developed to neutralize potential drone attacks.As the episode unfolds, listeners gain a deeper understanding of the complexities involved in countering both domestic and international drone threats, including the implications of cartel activities and the vital role of partnerships in maintaining national security. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hour 2 (8.19) The City Council pulls a dozen anti-camping zones off the map in Hollywood, Silver Lake and Echo Park; Conway runs through the racing firsts that all started at one Tijuana track, and a big upset out of Florida. The council voted 10-3 to remove 12 designated enforcement zones under the city's 41.18 anti-camping law — supporters say it lets the city focus on outreach and housing; opponents warn about public safety and quality of life. All 12 sit in Council District 13, represented by Hugo Soto-Martínez, who said he'd never heard of a 41.18 zone being removed before. Crozier weighs in with his own housing history — he slept on a branch in a tree when he first got to L.A. Then Conway on going to Agua Caliente with his dad, and everything the track gave racing: the Pick 6, which started there as the "5-10," plus the starting gate and safety helmets, and Anna Lee Aldred, who in 1939 became the first American woman licensed as a jockey — she got that license at Caliente. Plus, the Coast Guard pulls a jet skier out of the ocean, and why his life jacket is the reason he's alive. The hour closes on the Florida Democratic Senate primary, where progressive state Rep. Angie Nixon upset former National Security Council aide Alex Vindman, setting up a November race against Republican Sen. Ashley Moody. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4 (8.19) Tim finds a saved voicemail from his dad, Tim Conway, plus Costco getting into the Medicare business and a very big night for a very underfunded candidate in Florida. The hour opens on the City Council's 10-3 vote to remove 12 designated enforcement zones under the city's 41.18 anti-camping law — supporters say it lets the city focus on outreach and housing; opponents warn about public safety and quality of life. Crozier offers his own L.A. housing history: he slept on a branch in a tree when he first moved here. Then Conway on going to Agua Caliente with his dad and everything that track gave racing — the Pick 6, which started there as the "5-10," along with the starting gate and safety helmets, and Anna Lee Aldred, the first American woman licensed to ride, who got that license at Caliente. Plus, the Coast Guard on pulling a jet skier out of the ocean. Then the Florida Democratic Senate primary, where progressive state Rep. Angie Nixon upset former National Security Council aide Alex Vindman, and what that would have paid on Poly-market and Kalshi. And to close it out: Costco and nonprofit insurer SCAN Health Plan are partnering on Medicare Advantage products in two states and a Medicare supplement in a third, pending regulatory approval — the retailer's first entry into the Medicare market — and then Tim, going through his phone, finds his father's voice waiting on it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael is joined by Richard Fontaine, CEO of the Center for a New American Security and former National Security Council official, for a strategic tour of the world's most urgent flashpoints. Richard explores the dangerous ripple effects of the Iran conflict across the Middle East, including regional powers hedging toward mutual defense pacts and the strategic costs of an open-ended naval commitment. He also evaluates recent friction in the U.S.–South Korea alliance, the pitfalls of personality-driven diplomacy with North Korea, and how military redeployments to the Middle East have left the U.S. with zero aircraft carriers currently in the Western Pacific. Finally, he and Michael examine the protracted battlefield dynamics in Ukraine, the ambiguity surrounding Washington's endgame with Moscow, and the deepening operational ties within the "Axis of Upheaval"—China, Russia, North Korea, and Iran—urging a coordinated strategy to defend frontline states without falling into regional distractions.

Executive Vice President Derrick Morgan from the Heritage Foundation joins host Marc Cox to analyze national political developments following primary elections. Morgan breaks down state Representative Angie Nixon's Democratic primary victory over former National Security Council official Alexander Vindman in Florida. The discussion examines ideological shifts within the Democratic Party platform, voter polling accuracy, and political messaging ahead of the general election matchup against Republican Senator Ashley Moody. Official election statistics and county breakdowns are published via the Florida Division of Elections. Additionally, Morgan addresses federal commercial driver's license (CDL) data-sharing standards, evaluating multi-state legal challenges brought by state attorneys general regarding commercial transportation enforcement. Hashtags: #MarcCoxShow #DerrickMorgan #HeritageFoundation #FloridaPrimary #AngieNixon #AshleyMoody #CDLEnforcement

Democrats party candidate Eran Etzion says Prime Minister Netanyahu and others are trying to reframe what is at stake in the October 27 Knesset election. Etzion, a former deputy head of the National Security Council, spoke with KAN's David Ze'ev. (Photo: Democrats party leader Yair Golan looks out on southern Lebanon. Ayal Margolin/Flash90)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Could America build the world's best AI and still lose the AI race?What if the biggest threat to America's lead isn't China's technology, but our own fear of using it?Katrina Mulligan is Head of National Security Partnerships at OpenAI and previously served in senior roles at the Department of Defense, National Security Council, and Department of Justice. Few people have seen both Washington and frontier AI development from the inside.She argues that AI is no longer a technology question for the future. It is becoming core infrastructure for economic strength, national security, and the way we work.She discusses:●  Why America could win the race to AGI but lose on adoption●  Why trust in AI is dramatically higher in China and the developing world●  How China and the U.S. are taking fundamentally different approaches to AI●  Why AI may ultimately transform society as profoundly as electricity●  The biggest mistake leaders make when trying to adopt AI●  Why AI transformation cannot simply be delegated to the IT department●  How she has used AI to become at least 30% more effective at her own job●  Why using AI like a search engine means dramatically underestimating what it can doAmerica may currently have the advantage in building the most advanced AI.Katrina explains in today's 3 Takeaways™ conversation why that lead is far from guaranteed, how fear could become a strategic disadvantage, and why the countries and organizations that learn to redesign themselves around AI may ultimately have the most to gain.

In 2013, Julia Curlee became the first CIA officer to transition openly and keep serving the agency.She felt more effective at her job living as the person she always believed she was—and years ago she wrote about her experience under a pseudonym in The Atlantic. Her performance proved her effectiveness: She became the daily intelligence briefer for Vice President Pence during the first Trump administration and a director on the National Security Council in both the Biden administration and the second Trump term. Less than 70 days after the president returned to office in 2025, Julia was fired from the White House without explanation. She returned to the CIA and, over time, began to feel a lack of support at the agency in an administration that was openly hostile to transgender people. Julia left her dream job with the federal government earlier this year. This week on Radio Atlantic, she is telling her full story for the first time. --- Get more from your favorite Atlantic voices when you subscribe. You'll enjoy unlimited access to Pulitzer-winning journalism, from clear-eyed analysis and insight on breaking news to fascinating explorations of our world. Atlantic subscribers also get access to exclusive subscriber audio in Apple Podcasts. Subscribe today at theAtlantic.com/listener. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode features Ian Christensen, Audrey Schaffer, and Clayton Swope, who join USAI Program Assistant Jillian to discuss Chinese and American advancements in orbital data centers and satellite infrastructure, and what these developments mean for space security, competition, and international governance.Ian Christensen is Senior Director of Private Sector Programs at Secure World Foundation (SWF), where he leads engagement with the commercial space industry on policy and governance topics, including space debris mitigation, safety, and traffic coordination. He was a member of the Hague International Space Resources Governance Working Group and the CONFERS Secretariat, and from 2019 to 2025 co-organized Track II dialogues between U.S. and Chinese space stakeholders. He was a 2025 Karman Fellow. Prior to SWF, he worked at Futron Corporation and Avascent, leading market and forecasting studies for space sector clients. He holds an M.A. in international science and technology policy from George Washington University's Elliott School and dual B.S. degrees in political science and biochemistry from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.Audrey Schaffer is Senior Vice President of Global Policy and Government Strategy at Slingshot Aerospace, a space data and AI company focused on space safety and sustainability. She spent over 15 years in government, most recently as Director for Space Policy on the National Security Council, where she advised the President on military, intelligence, civil, and commercial space policy. She led efforts to establish the U.S. Space Force in law, set U.S. policy against destructive anti-satellite missile testing, and negotiated the first UN guidelines for space sustainability. She is a non-resident senior associate at CSIS and serves on SWF's Advisory Committee. She holds a B.S. in Aerospace Engineering from MIT and an M.A. in International Science and Technology Policy from George Washington University.Clayton Swope is Deputy Director of the Aerospace Security Project and a senior fellow in the Defense and Security Department at CSIS. He previously led national security and cybersecurity public policy for Amazon's Project Kuiper and worked on cloud policy at Amazon. Earlier, he was a senior adviser on national security, space, foreign affairs, and technology policy for a member of the U.S. House of Representatives, and spent over 14 years at the CIA, largely in the Directorate of Science and Technology. He holds a B.S. in mechanical engineering from the University of Notre Dame.Support the show

➡️ Watch the full ad-free interview on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/DecodingGeopolitics➡️ Sign up to my free geopolitics newsletter: https://decodinggeopolitics.substack.com/This is a conversation with Julia Curlee, who spent 25 years in U.S. national security, including 20 years as a CIA analyst, serving at the National Security Council and briefing senior U.S. officials. She recently left government and is now speaking publicly about what she believes is happening inside the system she spent her career working in.The United States has spent decades building an extraordinary system for having the best possible intelligence and using that to make the best possible decisions which was always a big part of what made the U.S. as powerful as it is. But Julia thinks that this system is now breaking down and when that happens, even a superpower with enormous resources can become unable to recognize reality, anticipate the consequences of its own actions and can start to increasingly make self-destructive decisions. She argues that this is what explains the Iran war and why the US failed so badly to achieve its goals but also a lot of other foreign policy decisions - and that this is about to get a lot worse and the United States is about to make a lot more potentially catastrophic decisions. 

On July 6, a Chinese submarine fired a nuclear-capable ballistic missile out of the South China Sea. It likely overflew parts of the Philippines before coming down in waters between Tuvalu, Nauru and Solomon Islands, inside the South Pacific Nuclear Free Zone. The 14 Pacific Island countries in whose region it landed were almost entirely skipped in Beijing's notifications. A month later, when Pacific Islands Forum foreign ministers met in Fiji, two of its members held up the response text.Kathryn Paik of the Center for Strategic and International Studies joins Ray Powell and Jim Carouso to explain what Beijing was signaling, and why the Pacific Island Countries couldn't answer with one voice. Paik wrote the first-ever U.S. Pacific Partnership Strategy at the National Security Council, following 23 years in the Marine Corps as a helicopter pilot and as a military attaché in Indonesia.In this episode:Why the missile's route mattered more than its range: launched from the South China Sea, overflying a U.S. treaty ally and landing in a declared nuclear-free zone hours after Australia signed its fourth-ever mutual defense treaty with Fiji. Paik's read: the message was that China "can militarily touch you anywhere it wants."How Nauru and Kiribati, two countries that recently switched diplomatic recognition from Taipei to Beijing, frustrated an 18-member consensus bloc. Jim presses the obvious counter — the U.S. and France tested here for decades — and Paik explains what makes this launch different.How sports became a national security instrument in a deal to put Papua New Guinea in Australia's National Rugby League, and the commitment on security ties with Beijing that came attached.Australia's diplomatic surge: mutual defense treaties with PNG and Fiji, plus bespoke security pacts with Tuvalu, Nauru and Vanuatu.Why Kiribati patrols an ocean territory larger than India with a population of roughly 140,000, and what that means for fisheries, the seabed and undersea cables.Paik on why U.S. Pacific policy has always been somebody's side job: "In Australia they have 300 people in their Office of the Pacific. We have about a dozen." The 2025 damage to U.S. standing, including USAID's closure, tariffs and no resident ambassadors across the 14 Pacific Island countries. Subscribe for your weekly Indo-Pacific briefing.Follow Kathryn Paik on LinkedIn or X, @KathrynPaikFollow us on X, @IndoPacPodcast, LinkedIn or FacebookFollow Ray Powell on X, @GordianKnotRay, or LinkedIn, or check out his maritime transparency work at SeaLightFollow Jim Carouso on LinkedInSponsored by BowerGroupAsia, a strategic advisory firm that specializes in the Indo-Pacific

Janatyn Sayeh analyzes the appointment of Mohsen Rezaei, an original IRGC veteran, to the Supreme National Security Council, signaling a return to hardline, ideologically driven decision-making in Tehran. Rezaei, linked to past international terrorism, reinforces the regime's aggressive stance against the U.S. and Israel. Iran currently refuses to engage in talks until the U.S. meets extreme demands, including unfreezing all assets and paying billions in reparations. The regime utilizes a "good cop, bad cop" strategy between factions to maximize leverage, but remains unified in its goals of expanding its nuclear program and securing regional dominance through its "resistance axis." (8)V

In this episode of John Solomon Reports, host John Solomon dives into the significant political developments unfolding in Washington D.C. as Todd Blanche moves closer to becoming the permanent Attorney General. With key votes from Senators Thom Tillis and John Cornyn, Solomon reflects on the implications of this swift progress and what it means for the Republican agenda.Shifting to the electoral landscape, Solomon discusses the potential impact of radical candidates on the Democratic primaries in Michigan and Wisconsin. He highlights the rising star Abdul El-Sayed and the implications of his far-left positions, which could significantly enhance Republican chances in these critical states.The episode also tackles the alarming state of safety in Colorado, once a proud purplish-red state. Solomon is joined by Congressman Gabe Evans, who candidly addresses the transformation of Denver into one of the most unsafe cities in America. Evans, a former cop and military pilot, is unafraid to challenge the far-left policies that have contributed to this decline.In the second segment, Solomon turns his attention to international affairs with insights from Fred Fleitz, former National Security Council chief of staff, discussing the precarious situation with Iran and the potential for a deal with Donald Trump amidst ongoing tensions.Finally, Solomon welcomes Dr. Scott Atlas, former COVID-19 adviser to Trump, who reflects on the missteps of the public health establishment during the pandemic and shares crucial lessons to prevent future mistakes. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nearly a decade ago, National Security Council strategist Rich Higgins wrote a seven-page memo warning that America's greatest battles would no longer be fought primarily on physical battlefields—but through narratives, institutions, information, and culture. In this episode of Fearless with Mark & Amber, we examine Higgins' controversial 2017 political warfare memo, why it caused such an uproar inside the Trump administration, and why many believe his warnings are more relevant today than ever. We discuss: - Who Rich Higgins was and why his work still matters - Information warfare and narrative manipulation - The relationship between cultural Marxism, globalization, and Islamist movements as discussed in the memo - Why understanding history helps Christians respond with wisdom instead of fear - The importance of biblical discernment in an age of confusion - How Scripture reminds believers there is "nothing new under the sun" (Ecclesiastes 1:9) - Why Christians are called to stand firm, make disciples, and remain faithful regardless of cultural pressure Whether you agree with every conclusion or are hearing about Rich Higgins for the first time, this conversation is an invitation to think critically, search the Scriptures, and engage today's culture through a biblical worldview. "We don't fight for victory—we fight from victory." Resources Mentioned: Rich Higgins' Political Warfare Memo: https://tinyurl.com/higginsmemo Dr. William Federer's presentation:
You've Never Heard This About America's History https://www.youtube.com/live/FSXTjXNOu9M?si=p7OiUZtaol97dyXo Fearless Features:
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https://donorbox.org/fearless_features Timestamps 00:00 Welcome to Fearless with Mark & Amber 01:32 Mark's vintage Motorola Q & lava lamp stories 07:10 Progress update on Principalities: Doctrine of Demons 08:58 Who was Rich Higgins? 13:04 Why the 2017 Political Warfare Memo matters today 15:06 Understanding the "Red-Green-Blue Axis" 19:11 Higgins' warnings about political warfare 21:51 Information warfare & narrative control 23:28 Why Christians should not live in fear 25:01 Globalism, Islamism & ideological conflict 27:05 Rich Higgins' background and legacy 31:15 Tolerance, meaninglessness & the weakening of culture 35:17 Institutions Higgins believed benefited from cultural confusion 39:24 The Christian response: truth over propaganda 40:22 Spiritual warfare vs. political warfare 42:08 Standing firm in Christ 44:15 Closing thoughts

Resilience has become Taiwan's watchword — but what does it actually mean when the threat could be a typhoon, an earthquake, or an enemy encroachment? Enoch Wu, founder of Forward Alliance and a former National Security Council official, has spent five years turning that question into a training program for ordinary citizens. We talk about what whole-of-society defense really requires — and whether volunteer readiness can hold up without more state support. Hosted by I-C-R-T's Hope Ngo. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

The Future of Fusion Magnets, Deep State Politics, and Geopolitical Shifts: Unpacking the Latest from Darren and Graham In this episode, Darren and Graham explore groundbreaking advancements in magnetic fusion technology, delve into the political intricacies surrounding federal hearings, and analyze demographic shifts and geopolitical maneuvers shaping our world today. If you're curious about the secrets behind nuclear fusion, covert political strategies, and the changing face of nations, this is your must listen.   Key topics: China completes the world's largest superconducting magnet, a feat resembling sci-fi technology that may revolutionize nuclear fusion. The science of nuclear fusion explained: the magnetic bottle concept and containment without physical walls. Discussing the Chinese Institute of Plasma Physics' milestone in humanity's pursuit of controlled fusion — potentially the star containment tech seen in sci-fi. Deep dives into the Fauci hearings, where invoking the Fifth Amendment revealed possible legal and political vulnerabilities. Critique of the American legal system, presidential pardons, and the potential cover-up of COVID origins. Analyzing the shifting demographic landscape of Canada and the United States, including the decline in white populations and implications for society. The controversial role of organizations like the Bill Gates Foundation in environmental issues and unintended ecological consequences. The manipulation of public narratives through fear, media, and political propaganda, including references to movies, memes, and conspiracy theories. The rise of digital misinformation, social media censorship, and the legacy media's role in shaping perceptions. 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Geopolitical expert Michael Doran argues that Middle East stability depends on the U.S. winning its long war with Iran. He warns the “rabid dog” regime remains a paused but persistent danger.Doran also unpacks how China is using the Middle East as a laboratory to test how America defends against missiles and drones before any move on Taiwan. He warns that anti-ship ballistic missiles supplied to Iran and the Houthis exist for one purpose: sinking American aircraft carriers.Michael Doran is a Senior Fellow at the Hudson Institute and director of its Center for Peace and Security in the Middle East. A former George W. Bush administration National Security Council director, he is the author of Ike's Gamble and a leading voice on Iran, Israel and U.S. strategy.

Cristina Gomez reviews the latest UFO / UAP news and covers Luis Elizondo's response to UAP Gerb's claim on Ross Coulthart's Reality Check that he is being placed in a National Security Council role to manage UFO disclosure. To see the VIDEO of this episode, click or copy link - https://youtu.be/aB9_sBkM2jgVisit my website with International UFO News, Articles, Videos, and Podcast direct links -www.ufonews.co00:00 - Researcher vs UFO Insider00:55 - Elizondo Fires Back02:59 - The UFO Czar Rumor04:00 - The UFO Paper Trail05:23 - The Clapper Denial06:20 - The Phone Call That Never Came09:35 - A Price To Pay11:05 - Why He Moved To DC Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/strange-and-unexplained--5235662/support.

Stephen Miller runs National Security now. Julia Curlee spent over 20 years as a CIA analyst, rising to being Acting Senior Director for Intelligence Programs at the NSC. When Trump 2 began, she stayed on, as is custom, to help transition. Her team was fired on Day 3, and Curlee on Day 69, leaving The White House woefully uninformed to this day. But maybe that was the point.“Vulnerability isn't really a foreign adversary, but the erosion of institutions and processes that otherwise allow presidents to make decisions based on objective evidence rather than politics.” Watch Mission Implausible on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MissionImplausiblePod

P.M. Edition for July 21. Recent AI models from China claim they're just as powerful as some of the most cutting-edge models from OpenAI and Anthropic. Journal reporter Amrith Ramkumar joins to discuss the latest reactions from Silicon Valley and the White House. Plus, General Motors had a strong second quarter as consumers kept buying pickup trucks and SUVs. And New Jersey says a software error led to almost 400 non-citizens voting in elections in the state since 2023. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This episode is presented by Create A Video – Jamie Metzl is a former National Security Council advisor and State Department official under former President Bill Clinton. In a post on Twitter, Metzl said the Democratic Socialists of America represents "a fundamental threat to our party and our country." Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-kaliner-show--6946691/support.Subscribe to the podcast My preferred podcast platform: SpreakerAll the links to Pete's Prep are free!Get exclusive content here!Media Bias Check: GroundNews promo code!Advertising and Booking inquiries: Pete@ThePeteKalinerShow.com  

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In this episode of John Solomon Reports, host John Solomon dives deep into the troubling world of nonprofit charities that have strayed from their intended purpose. He explores how these organizations, which benefit from tax exemptions, are increasingly engaging in harmful activities that undermine American values. From consorting with adversaries like China and Cuba to inciting violence and unrest, Solomon reveals the alarming trends that demand accountability and reform.Joining Solomon is Senator Ron Johnson, a key figure in the fight against these corrupt practices, who shares his insights on the need for a reckoning that includes revoking tax exemptions and seizing assets from those who harm the nation. The episode also features Congressman Michael Guest, chairman of the House Ethics Committee, who weighs in on the legislative measures needed to address these issues.In the latter part of the show, Solomon shifts focus to national security, discussing the implications of a historic deal between Iran and Israel, brokered by the United States. He highlights the unexpected pressures facing Russia and the broader geopolitical landscape, with insights from Fred Fleitz, former Chief of Staff to the National Security Council.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Donald Trump ran for office threatening to use mass deportations, closed borders, and emergency wartime powers to “clean up” American immigration. On Thursday, the Supreme Court's right-wing supermajority gifted him with two stunning victories in that crusade—effectively reshaping life for more than a million people living in the country with temporary protected status, or TPS, and forcing asylum seekers to jump through increasingly impossible new hoops. Those decisions came on the heels of Tuesday's chilling news for green card holders who might want to travel outside the United States in the form of Blanche v. Lau, where that same 6-3 majority ruled that border officers don't need clear and convincing evidence of a crime before throwing permanent residents into legal limbo.On today's show: Dahlia Lithwick and Mark Joseph Stern talk with Andrea Flores, founder of Securing America's Promise and a policy veteran of the White House, National Security Council, Department of Homeland Security, and the U.S. Senate. Together, they unpack the decisions that made this one of most consequential weeks for immigration law in recent memory. And they note the central theme emerging from SCOTUS' right-wing supermajority in perfect symmetry with Trumpism: When MAGA does explicit racism, SCOTUS goes conveniently colorblind, as with Justice Alito's refusal to find racial animus in Trump's statements about Haitians. The episode closes with a look ahead to next week's birthright citizenship ruling and why, whatever the outcome, it cannot be allowed to obscure what happened this week.The term will wrap next week and Amicus will bring you extra episodes and clear-eyed analysis of the final raft of decisions. Slate Plus members can also sign up for our special end-of-term conversation. Join Dahlia and Mark as they unpack this Supreme Court term with some of the smartest legal analysts in the business as part of our live online audience, July 10 at noon EDT. Slate Plus members will also have access to an exclusive Q&A with Dahlia and Mark. Submit your questions now to amicus@slate.comThis is part of Opinionpalooza, Slate's coverage of the major decisions from the Supreme Court. The best way to support our work is by joining Slate Plus. (If you are already a member, consider a donation or merch!)Want more Amicus? Join Slate Plus to unlock weekly bonus episodes with exclusive legal analysis. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Amicus show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/amicusplus to get access wherever you listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Donald Trump ran for office threatening to use mass deportations, closed borders, and emergency wartime powers to “clean up” American immigration. On Thursday, the Supreme Court's right-wing supermajority gifted him with two stunning victories in that crusade—effectively reshaping life for more than a million people living in the country with temporary protected status, or TPS, and forcing asylum seekers to jump through increasingly impossible new hoops. Those decisions came on the heels of Tuesday's chilling news for green card holders who might want to travel outside the United States in the form of Blanche v. Lau, where that same 6-3 majority ruled that border officers don't need clear and convincing evidence of a crime before throwing permanent residents into legal limbo.On today's show: Dahlia Lithwick and Mark Joseph Stern talk with Andrea Flores, founder of Securing America's Promise and a policy veteran of the White House, National Security Council, Department of Homeland Security, and the U.S. Senate. Together, they unpack the decisions that made this one of most consequential weeks for immigration law in recent memory. And they note the central theme emerging from SCOTUS' right-wing supermajority in perfect symmetry with Trumpism: When MAGA does explicit racism, SCOTUS goes conveniently colorblind, as with Justice Alito's refusal to find racial animus in Trump's statements about Haitians. The episode closes with a look ahead to next week's birthright citizenship ruling and why, whatever the outcome, it cannot be allowed to obscure what happened this week.The term will wrap next week and Amicus will bring you extra episodes and clear-eyed analysis of the final raft of decisions. Slate Plus members can also sign up for our special end-of-term conversation. Join Dahlia and Mark as they unpack this Supreme Court term with some of the smartest legal analysts in the business as part of our live online audience, July 10 at noon EDT. Slate Plus members will also have access to an exclusive Q&A with Dahlia and Mark. Submit your questions now to amicus@slate.comThis is part of Opinionpalooza, Slate's coverage of the major decisions from the Supreme Court. The best way to support our work is by joining Slate Plus. (If you are already a member, consider a donation or merch!)Want more Amicus? Join Slate Plus to unlock weekly bonus episodes with exclusive legal analysis. Plus, you'll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Amicus show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/amicusplus to get access wherever you listen.Need to set up your Slate Plus feed? If you subscribed through Slate.com, check out our FAQ at slate.com/podcastfaqs for easy instructions. Members subscribed via Apple Podcasts get automatic access—no setup required. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.