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In this extended Frontline conversation, political analyst Scott Lucas - of University College Dublin's Clinton Institute - delves into the latest developments in the war in Ukraine. From NATO's strategic diplomacy with Trump to the mounting strain on Russia's economy, Scott analyses the broader implications of US sanctions, European support, and the potential involvement of North Korean troops.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists. Watch more: www.youtube.com/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: www.thetimes.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We are about one month away from baseball's trade deadline, and the Rangers appear to be sellers more than buyers at 39-41. Sean Bass, Scott Lucas, and Michael Tepid discuss the Rangers system top to bottom. Thanks so much for downloading and listening, baseball P1s!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Donald Trump has just said in a post on Truth Social: "The ceasefire is now in effect. Please do not violate it! As a reminder, Israel has not publicly accepted the ceasefire proposal. Iran state TV announced earlier that a ceasefire had been "imposed" on Israel.All to discuss with Scott Lucas, Professor and Political analyst at the Clinton Institute, University College Dublin.
To discuss the US's potential involvement on the Israel-Iran war, Scott Lucas, Professor of US and International Studies at the UCD Clinton Institute
Too Little, Too Late? The West's Sanctions and the Spectacle of Hypocrisy - Professor Scott Lucas on the West's Dilemma by Radio Islam
As tensions explode between President Trump and Elon Musk, talk of a third political party is gaining steam. Insiders say Musk is privately exploring options to back a new political movement that breaks from both Trump-style populism and Democratic progressivism. After their public clash over Trump's tax bill, and with no reconciliation in sight, some allies say Musk's next move could reshape the midterms next year. Scott Lucas, Professor of international politics at UCD says some republicans could be swayed. To discuss this fallout further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Lecturer & Director of Clinical Legal Education, Larry Donnelly.
In a falling out that was as caustic as it was inevitable, the world's most powerful man and the world's richest man traded some very public barbs in a showdown over a landmark Republican spending bill. Lurching from threats of terminating Tesla's governmental subsidies to claims that Trump was “in the Epstein files”, Scott Lucas, Professor of International Politics at the Clinton Institute, University College Dublin, joins Anton to discuss where it all went wrong for Elon Musk and Donald Trump.
Scott Lucas, Professor of American Studies at the UCD Clinton Institute, analyses the US federal appeals courts decision to reinstate the most sweeping of President Donald Trump's tariffs.
Joe Biden blanking George Clooney is just one of many shocking anecdotes included in Original Sin: President Biden's Decline, Its Cover-Up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again – a bombshell new book about the final months of the 46th US president's administration. So what does this shocking behind-the-scenes story mean for Mr Biden's political legacy and indeed, the Democratic Party itself? Host: Ellen Coyne | Guests: Lorcan Nyhan (Head of Training at the Communications Clinic) and Scott Lucas (Professor of International Politics at the Clinton Institute at UCD) It was in June of last year at a Hollywood fundraiser where a former US President is said to have blanked a man he has known for nearly two decades. “You know George, George Clooney,” an aide told Joe Biden – who had failed to recognise one of the most famous faces in the world. This shocking anecdote is one of many included in Original Sin: President Biden's Decline, Its Cover-Up, and His Disastrous Choice to Run Again – the new bombshell book about the final months of Joe Biden's administration. The book has landed at an especially tough juncture for the 82-year-old, following his recently announced diagnosis of an aggressive form of prostate cancer. And while authors Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson have faced some criticism for the timing – their work exposes concerted efforts to cocoon both the president and the American people from his very clear decline. Ellen Coyne is joined by Lorcan Nyhan and Scott Lucas to ask whether this shocking behind-the-scenes story could destroy Biden's political legacy and indeed, the Democratic Party itself?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Two Israeli diplomats have been killed in Washington D.C outside the Capital Jewish Museum. We get the latest from Terry Sheridan and analysis from Scott Lucas. We also look back at yesterday's Oval Office meeting between Donald Trump and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa.
Joining Brendan to dissect the Sunday Papers are Ailbhe Smyth, Activist and Campaigner, Oísin Coghlan, Public Policy Advisor, Scott Lucas, Professor of U.S. and International Politics, the Clinton Institute at UCD, and, Sinéad McSweeney, Former Global Head of Public Policy at Twitter.
India and Pakistan have exchanged missile, and artillery strikes in a major escalation of hostilities after a deadly attack in disputed Kashmir. |We get the latest on this with Professor Scott Lucas, Professor of US and International Politics, Clinton Institute, University College Dublin.
India and Pakistan have exchanged missile, and artillery strikes in a major escalation of hostilities after a deadly attack in disputed Kashmir. |We get the latest on this with Professor Scott Lucas, Professor of US and International Politics, Clinton Institute, University College Dublin.
The Rangers bats have been missing in action to begin the season, so CY has made some drastic changes. Sean Bass, Scott Lucas, and Michael Tepid discuss that, the farm, and all the injured top prospects in the system. Thanks for downloading as always, P1s!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
100 Days down, 1,361 to go. There has been a blitz of rhetoric and action in the first months of Donald Trump's second term as president. We take a look back with our panel Scott Lucas, Professor and Political Analyst, Clinton Institute, UCD, Gina London, Former CNN White House Correspondent and Sunday Independent Columnist and TJ Mulloy, Democrats Abroad Ireland.
He may be legally and constitutionally barred from serving a third term in office, but that hasn't stopped Donald Trump putting ‘TRUMP 2028' red caps on sale. His online store crashed due to the demand.Will the power of merchandising shape the narrative, and no matter how impossible, will TRUMP 2028 be an inescapable force for the next few years?Joining Andrea to discuss is Lorraine Carter from Persona Branding & Design and Professor Scott Lucas, Professor of American Studies and International Politics at University College Dublin.Image: Trump Store
Conversations from the heart and soul of Humanity Church with Scott Lucas. Discover the profound difference between worldly freedom and true biblical freedom. Learn how God's boundaries provide protection and fulfillment rather than restriction. This enlightening message explores the path to genuine freedom through Christ, addressing common misconceptions about Christian living and revealing how God's guidelines lead to emotional wholeness and spiritual fulfillment. For more information, visit www.humanitychurch.com LINKS: CONNECT CARD: https://humanitychurch.com/card JOIN A GROUP: https://humanitychurch.churchcenter.com/groups/humanity-groups GIVE: https://humanitychurch.churchcenter.com/giving Understanding freedom, Christian living, spiritual growth, biblical truth, faith journey, spiritual transformation, Christian freedom, biblical wisdom, spiritual development, Christian life, faith and freedom, spiritual liberation, God's boundaries, Christian perspective, spiritual fulfillment, emotional wholeness, biblical principles, spiritual guidance, Christian teaching, faith formation.
Academics are cancelling planned conferences and seminars in the US because of the risk of harassment and interrogation by immigration officials. Anton spoke to Scott Lucas, Professor of International Politics at the Clinton Institute, University College Dublin
On Wednesday morning Ukrainian peace talks involving American, European and Ukrainian ministers in London were downgraded after Secretary of State Marco Rubio cancelled his attendance. Hours later, US Vice President JD Vance revealed a peace plan was on the table, insisting it is a "fair deal for both sides" and that both Ukraine and Russia would have to cede territory under its terms. But how much did that deal influence Rubio's decision and where does it leave Ukraine? Professor of American Studies at the Clinton Institute, Scott Lucas, analyses whether we are any closer to peace in Ukraine.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists. Watch moreRead morePhoto: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Scott Lucas, Professor of US and International Politics at Clinton Institute in UCD; James Waterhouse, BBC Ukraine Correspondent
The US and Ukraine have signed a memorandum of intent - suggesting they will agree the minerals deal which was derailed by Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky's televised row in the Oval Office. At the same time, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the US will walk away from peace talks with Russia if a ceasefire isn't agreed. So is the relationship between Washington and Kyiv healing? US foreign policy specialist Professor Scott Lucas says that depends on which factions within Trump's top team win the president's ear.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists. Watch more: www.youtube.com/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: www.thetimes.com Picture: Getty Images Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Scott Lucas, professor of American Studies and International Politics at University College Dublin breaks down Trump's latest moves.
Threatening to deport us residents to El Salvador, arresting people as they attend citizenship interviews, withdrawing funding for public broadcasting, expecting universities to report students who commit conduct violations All exactly what you'd expect of an authoritarian regime. But all those examples don't come from Nazi Germany or victor Orbán's Hungary, they come from Donald Trump's America. Scott Lucas looks at the Trump administration's increasing drift towards authoritarianism.
Donald Trump has backed down on this tariffs instituting a ninety day pause. The markets have responded well but are we out of the woods?All to discuss with Scott Lucas, Professor of US and International Politics at Clinton Institute at UCD and also Leonie MacCann of Irish Life Investment Managers.
Donald Trump last night announced a raft of new tariffs as part of his ‘Liberation Day'. Among those tariffs announced were a 10% worldwide tariff and 20% on the European Union.We get reaction to these tariffs with Scott Lucas, Professor and Political Analyst, Clinton Institute, UCD, Dr Nora Strecker, Assistant Professor in Economics, UCD and also Bertie Ahern, Former Taoiseach.
Tomorrow US President Donald Trump will announce new trade tarrifs. To discuss what might happen in the US Barry Cowen, Fianna Fail MEP for Midlands North-West, Jennifer Ewing from Republicans Overseas UK and Scott Lucas, Professor of American Studies and International Politics at UCD.
On March 15th the US military carried out air strikes against the Iran backed Houthis in Yemen. It was an operation that should have been top secret, its planning known only to key Trump administration officials. But it wasn't.Through an astonishing breach in national security, the editor of the Atlantic magazine Jeffrey Goldberg was invited into a group chat on Signal where US vice-president JD Vance, secretary of defence Pete Hegseth, and national security adviser Mike Waltz, among others were sharing highly-classified information in advance of the military strike.President Donald Trump responded to this astonishing leak, not by initiating a round of firings, but with a robust deny and deflect strategy.Scott Lucas, Professor of International Politics at the UCD Clinton Institute explains how this Signal leak happened and how the story unfolded this week.Presented by Bernice Harrison. Produced by John Casey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On this episode, we dive into the new concert film Lifers with two of the people who know it best because they lived it: Local H's Scott Lucas and cinematographer Wes Knot.They talk with Radio Milwaukee's Dori Zori about how the idea for Lifers came about during Local H's COVID-delayed tour and how Lucas wanted to create something beyond a typical concert video, drawing inspiration from movies like Goodbye Dragon Inn and Slacker. What they ended up with is a unique blend of live performance footage from their final tour stop at the Metro in Chicago and narrative vignettes featuring both actors and real concertgoers.Cinebuds is sponsored by Joe Wilde Co.
The first three months of Donald Trump's presidency have been remarkable. But what are the key differences between Trump 1.0 and Trump 2.0? How have the Democrats and other Republicans responded? As Trump and his team hollow out the US state, why have Congress and the courts not been able to slow his agenda? And what does his willingness to flout judicial orders mean for the checks and balances of democracy in the US? On this episode of The UK in a Changing Europe podcast, director Anand Menon speaks to Scott Lucas, Professor of American Studies at the Clinton Institute at University College Dublin to find out more about the impact Trump is having on the US state and the US. Listen in to hear his expert analysis.
Joining Dearbhail to digest the Sunday papers are; Lucinda Creighton, CEO Vulcan Consulting and Former Minister of State for European Affairs, Daniel Murray, Policy Editor at the Business Post, Siobhán Fenton, Former Deputy Head of Press for Sinn Féin and Scott Lucas, Professor of U.S. and International Politics at the Clinton Institute, UCD.
After the US declared the 'ball is in Russia's court' over the 30-day ceasefire plan agreed with Ukraine, the Kremlin claims it needs more information before responding. Professor Scott Lucas from University College Dublin argues that Vladimir Putin is likely to reject the deal while playing to Donald Trump's ego, leaving US officials to manage the challenges of unpredictable diplomacy.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists. Watch more: www.youtube.com/@ListenToTimesRadio Read more: www.thetimes.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Following that shocking meeting between Zelensky and Trump last Friday. The Fallout from the scenes we witnessed in the Oval Office continues. For more on this Pat spoke to Scott Lucas, Professor of US and International Politics at Clinton Institute, UCD and Pat Leahy Political editor with the Irish Times.
London Correspondent Tommie Mescaill, Iulia Joja, Director of the Middle East Institute's Black Sea Programme and adjunct professor at Georgetown University, and Professor Scott Lucas, from the UCD Clinton Institute
It was meant to pave the way for a ceasefire in Ukraine. But the public meeting between Presidents Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy turned contentious. And the US president has threatened to withdraw his support. What does this mean for the war in Ukraine? And will Washington force a settlement with Moscow? In this episode: Michael Bo-Sir-Queue, Senior Fellow, Atlantic Council's Eurasia Center. Scott Lucas, Professor, US and International Politics, Clinton Institute, University College Dublin. Glenn Diesen, Professor, International Relations, University of South-East Norway. Host: James Bays Connect with us:@AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook At Al Jazeera Podcasts, we want to hear from you, our listeners. So, please head to https://www.aljazeera.com/survey and tell us your thoughts about this show and other Al Jazeera podcasts. It only takes a few minutes!
A heated argument broke out between Presidents Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenksy during a visit to the White House.Joining Kieran to discuss this exchange is Larry Donnelly, Law Lecturer at the University of Galway and Columnist with the Journal and Scott Lucas, Professor of US and International Politics in the Clinton Institute in UCD.Image: Reuters
Joining Brendan to discuss the stories of the week were Mick Clifford, Special Correspondent, the Irish Examiner; Lorna Fitzpatrick, Public Affairs Accounts Director at Instinctif Partners; Mary Hanafin, barrister and former Fianna Fáil Minister for Education; and Scott Lucas,Professor of US and International politics at the Clinton Institute UCD.
At the start of this week US President Donald Trump took the global economy into uncharted territory by threatening a multi-front trade war.After last-minute negotiations on Monday, hefty tariffs for Canada and Mexico were suspended for 30 days. China then saw a 10% duty imposed on their imports into the US and retaliated soon after with their own tariffs on US energy and vehicles.The EU is also in Donald Trump's sights, but it is unclear as to what kind of concessions he will want. Ireland is quite exposed in all this as bilateral trade with the US is hugely important - what could this all mean for our main exports and our country's foreign direct investment?To get into the potential ramifications for Ireland and the wider global economy, host Cliff Taylor is joined by Irish Times Economic Correspondent, Eoin Burke-Kennedy, Irish Times China Correspondent, Denis Staunton and Professor of International Politics at the Clinton Institute in UCD, Scott Lucas.Produced by John Casey with JJ Vernon on sound. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Between 1933 and 1945, Franklin Delano Roosevelt served an unprecedented four terms as US President.The backdrop to this was, of course, the spectre of World War 2.But, with Republicans speaking about an unprecedented crisis in America that only the new president can solve, could we possibly see a third Trump term?Scott Lucas is a Professor & Political Analyst at the Clinton Institute, University College Dublin, and joins Seán to discuss.Image: Reuters
In this extended Frontline Conversation, the former NATO planner and military intelligence officer, Philip Ingram MBE, and Professor Scott Lucas from the Clinton Institute at University College Dublin join James Hanson to analyse Donald Trump's inaugural address mere moments after the 47th US President finished delivering it and what his re-election might mean for the Ukraine war and the wider world.The World in 10 is the Times' daily podcast dedicated to global security. Expert analysis of war, diplomatic relations and cyber security from The Times' foreign correspondents and military specialists. Watch moreRead more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
For reaction Scott Lucas, Professor of American Studies and International Politics at University College Dublin, and Gina London, Sunday Independent Columnist and former CNN White House Correspondent and Erol Morkoç from Republicans Overseas UK.
Today, Donald Trump will have become just the second US President to serve non-consecutive terms when he is sworn in as the forty seventh president of the United States. If the first number of days of his first presidency are anything to go by, this could be a very busy week. So, what can we expect? To discuss we are joined by Professor and Political Analyst, Clinton Institute, University College Dublin , Scott Lucas, Head of Training at The Communications Clinic and Columnist at The Sunday Independent Lorcan Nyhan and from Democrats Abroad Ireland Patti Shiels.
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An Israeli cabinet meeting expected to give the final approval for the ceasefire and hostage release deal has been delayed, with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accusing Hamas of backtracking on the deal.It comes as there has been renewed hope of a deal being done.So, when should we see a result?Bel Trew, The UK Independent's Chief International Correspondent and Scott Lucas, Professor and Political Analyst at the Clinton Institute in UCD, join Kieran to discuss.
Joining Brendan to discuss the stories of the week were, Louise Burne, Political Correspondent with The Irish Mirror, Scott Lucas, Professor of US and International politics at the Clinton Institute, UCD, Finian McGrath, former Independent TD and Minister of State for Disabilities and Ellen Coyne, Special Correspondent for the Irish Independent.
Frank Gardner, BBC Security Correspondent and Scott Lucas, Professor of US and International Politics at Clinton Institute in UCD
Scott Lucas, Professor of International politics at UCD's Clinton Institute and Jon Ihle, Deputy business editor with The Sunday Times
Hey, hello, how was your day? “Whatever Happened to P.J. Soles,” originally released 20 years ago, has grown to become a fan-favorite Local H album, and remains the favorite of band leader Scott Lucas. In his words, “P.J. Soles” was “the work of a band that had simply ceased to give a fuck.” Scott returns to Car Con Carne to take a look back at P.J. Soles in its anniversary year, and we go track-by-track through it. Specifically, each and every one of these songs: Where Are They Now? Everyone Alive California Songs Dick Jones Money on the Dresser P.J. Soles How's the Weather Down There? Buffalo Trace Heaven on the Way Down Hey, Rita Heavy Metal Bakesale Mellowed That's What They All Say Halcyon Days (Where Were You Then?) If you're a Local H fan, or simply a fan of music deep dives, this is a can't-miss episode. I've interviewed Scott many times over the past 30 years, and this is easily my favorite of the bunch. See Local H play “P.J. Soles” in their New Year's Eve show at Bottom Lounge! ## Car Con Carne is sponsored by Easy Automation. Safety and security are things you and I want, need and expect. What if you could always come home to a well-lighted house knowing that you and everyone inside were safe? Or know that the package you were waiting on was delivered and secured. Embrace the future of smart living. Empower your home with intuitive control. Call Dan at Easy Automation for a free, no-hassle quote. 630-730-3728. Or visit easy-automation.net. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Scott Lucas, Professor of American Studies at the UCD Clinton Institute, on the state of play as the US Election campaign enters its final days.
You're listening to SONG IMPLODER — where musicians take apart their songs piece by piece and tell the story of how they were made. And then talk shit about those songs and make you embarrassed you asked about them in the first place. On this episode we conclude our examination of Local H's 5th studio album: WHATEVER HAPPENED TO P.J. SOLES? Released in April of 2004, the album marked a major stylistic departure and reevaluation for the band — paving the way for all that's come in its wake. Now on the day of a remastered re-release, we join singer/songwriter/guitarist Scott Lucas, producer Andy Gerber, and master of his domain Gabe Rodriguez to look back on the writing, recording and reception of the album that Lucas and many of the band's fans have come to see as their finest. I'm Ben Reiser.
You're listening to SONG IMPLODER — where musicians take apart their songs piece by piece and tell the story of how they were made. And then talk shit about those songs and make you embarrassed you asked about them in the first place. On this episode we examine Local H's 5th studio album: WHATEVER HAPPENED TO P.J. SOLES? Released in April of 2004, the album marked a major stylistic departure and reevaluation for the band — paving the way for all that's come in its wake. Now on the eve of a remastered re-release, we join singer/songwriter/guitarist Scott Lucas, producer Andy Gerber, and master of his domain Gabe Rodriguez to look back on the writing, recording and reception of the album that Lucas and many of the band's fans have come to see as their finest. I'm Ben Reiser.