Podcast appearances and mentions of Thomas Friedman

Despite his high intelligence, George Barrios nearly flunked out of both high school and college, drifting without discipline or direction. Realizing talent alone wouldn't build the future he wanted, he cleaned up his act, became obsessive about preparation, and built a reputation for solving hard problems others avoided. That approach helped him rise through HBO and Time Warner before transforming WWE into a global media powerhouse. In this episode, George joins Ilana to share the habits that accelerated his career, the tough leadership decisions behind WWE's growth, and the mindset shifts that helped him reinvent himself under pressure. George Barrios is the former Co-President and CFO of WWE, where he helped transform the company into a global entertainment business. He is the founder of ISOS Capital, an investment and advisory firm focused on sports, media, and technology. In this episode, Ilana and George will discuss: (00:00) Introduction (08:48) When Talent Turned Into Self-Sabotage (13:12) The Turning Point: Meeting His Wife at UConn (15:49) Fake It Till You Make It: Learning on the Job  (23:17) Creating Opportunities After Rejection (33:31) Driving Digital Growth at The New York Times (39:38) Making Painful Decisions Under Pressure (44:14) Transforming WWE into a Global Media Business (50:35) The Fallout With Vince McMahon and WWE Exit (59:27) Writing His Book and Sharing Hard Lessons (01:05:52) Q&A: How Do I Open Doors in a Crowded Market? George Barrios is a former Fortune 500 executive and the founder of ISOS Capital, an investment firm focused on global opportunities in sports, media, and technology. He previously served as Co-President and CFO of WWE and held leadership roles at The New York Times, HBO, and Praxair, building a track record in strategy, operations, and financial leadership. His new book, Sometimes Wrong but Never in Doubt, shares the lessons behind his unconventional path to success. Connect with George: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/georgebarrios/  Resources Mentioned: George's Book, Sometimes Wrong but Never in Doubt: How a Cuban Kid from Queens Transformed WWE: https://www.amazon.com/Sometimes-Wrong-but-Never-Doubt-ebook/dp/B0G4N4T9XV The World is Flat: The Globalized World in the Twenty-First Century by Thomas Friedman: https://www.amazon.in/dp/0141034890  Tony Khan: Building AEW into a Billion-Dollar Brand and Competing with Wrestling Giants: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tqqfg-ysj0M  Leap Academy: Ready to make the LEAP in your career? There is a NEW WAY for professionals to fast-track their careers and leap to bigger opportunities.  Check out our free training today at https://bit.ly/leap--free-training

Pulitzer Prize-winning author and foreign affairs columnist Thomas Friedman joins veteran broadcaster Larry Mantle for a wide-ranging conversation on global instability, geopolitical conflict, technology, climate, and the forces reshaping the modern world.Drawing from decades of reporting on international affairs and themes explored in The World Is Flat, Friedman examines how globalization, political fragmentation, economic disruption, and environmental pressures are colliding in unprecedented ways.Topics include:• Global instability and shifting world order• U.S. foreign policy and the Middle East• Technology, AI, and economic disruption• Climate change and global resilience• Democracy, polarization, and the future of leadership

Albina du Boisrouvray est philanthrope, productrice de cinéma et autrice de Naviguer l'existence. Venue d'une bonne famille, elle a donné la quasi-totalité de sa fortune à sa fondation FXB pour sortir 100 000 personnes de l'extrême pauvreté.Je connais peu de trajectoires aussi denses que celle d'Albina. Militante écologiste dans les années 70 quand personne n'écoutait, productrice de cinéma dans un milieu misogyne, candidate aux législatives en 78, et puis surtout : mère d'un fils de 24 ans mort dans un accident d'hélicoptère, celui dans lequel se trouvait aussi Daniel Balavoine. Ce que j'aime chez Albina, c'est qu'elle n'est pas dans la posture. Elle dit qu'elle ne sait pas toujours comment elle a tenu. Elle dit qu'elle a parfois tort. Elle dit que son manque d'études l'a probablement rendue plus libre que si elle avait fait l'ENA.Dans cet épisode, nous parlons de deuil, de sens, de résilience et de cette méthode qu'elle a inventée contre l'avis de tout le monde, "la graduation approach", qui transgresse la doxa du micro-crédit. J'ai questionné Albina sur les bouées qu'elles considèrent comme la colonne vertébrale de toute son existence : ne jamais se pourrir le présent pour un futur qu'on ne peut pas imaginer.Citations marquantes"La mort aura toujours le dernier mot. Mais qu'elle n'ait pas le dernier mot plus vite qu'elle devrait l'avoir.""La résilience, c'est apprendre à vivre avec. Pas s'en débarrasser. Vivre avec.""Quand j'ai vu que les gens à qui on apportait tout ça, leurs yeux s'illuminaient — ça réallumait ma propre capacité à ressentir du bonheur.""Quand on est convaincu d'avoir raison, il faut aussi questionner ça. Il faut tout questionner.""Ne jamais se pourrir le présent pour un avenir qu'on ne peut absolument pas imaginer, parce qu'il ne se passe jamais comme on l'a imaginé."Idées centrales 1. La résilience n'efface pas la douleur — elle l'intègre Titre : "Apprendre à vivre avec, pas à guérir" Albina ne dit pas qu'elle a "surmonté" la mort de son fils. Elle dit qu'elle a appris à vivre avec l'amputation. Ce décalage — entre guérir et intégrer — change tout dans la manière dont on traverse les épreuves. Cyrulnik lui a donné les mots. La vie lui a donné la méthode. Pourquoi c'est important : On vend trop souvent la résilience comme une victoire sur la douleur. Albina dit l'inverse : c'est une coexistence. Timestamp : ~07:00–10:052. Donner aux autres peut rallumer ce qu'on croyait éteint en soi Titre : "Le bonheur des autres comme carburant personnel" Ce n'est pas de la générosité romantique. C'est une mécanique très précise : quand tu vois les yeux de quelqu'un s'illuminer parce que tu lui as apporté quelque chose, ça rouvre ta propre capacité à ressentir. Albina l'a découvert au Liban en 1987, un an après la mort de François. Pourquoi c'est important : Ça retourne la question du sens — on ne trouve pas le sens en cherchant, on le trouve en faisant. Timestamp : ~20:44–21:463. La transgression comme méthode : donner plutôt que prêter Titre : "La graduation approach contre la doxa du micro-crédit" La grande transgression d'Albina : donner des entreprises aux familles au lieu de leur prêter de l'argent, et accompagner ça avec l'accès simultané à tous les droits de base. Les Nations Unies disaient que ça ne se faisait pas. Elle l'a fait quand même. Résultat : 86% de réussite, 100 000 personnes sorties de l'extrême pauvreté. Pourquoi c'est important : Quand le consensus est fort, c'est souvent le moment de questionner, pas d'obéir. Timestamp : ~13:20–18:044. Penser par soi-même contre les doxas de son époque Titre : "Quitter une réunion d'extrême gauche en 1970 parce qu'on y préparait des attentats" Elle a été militante gauchiste jusqu'au jour où elle a compris que ça menait au terrorisme. Elle a refusé le micro-crédit quand tout le monde le défendait. Elle a soutenu le maintien du nucléaire quand sa famille politique voulait le démanteler. Sa boussole : ses propres valeurs, pas les étiquettes. Pourquoi c'est important : La liberté de pensée n'est pas un droit qu'on reçoit — c'est une discipline qu'on exerce contre soi-même d'abord. Timestamp : ~45:24–48:325. Le capitalisme n'est pas le problème. Le capitalisme débridé, si. Titre : "L'offre et la demande ça fonctionne — le problème c'est quand ça sert les actionnaires plutôt que les humains" Elle fait une distinction que peu de militant.e.s de sa génération acceptent : la nature humaine n'est pas totalement oblative, il faut un intérêt pour que ça marche. Ce qui ne fonctionne pas, c'est l'article de Friedman de 1970 qui a scellé l'idée que le seul but d'une entreprise est de redistribuer des dividendes. Pourquoi c'est important : On ne changera pas le système en le refusant en bloc. On le change en redéfinissant ce qu'il sert. Timestamp : ~36:28–39:16Questions posées dans l'interviewTu dis que l'avenir a perdu ses promesses — mais pour ta génération, les 30 glorieuses, c'était le contraire. Qu'est-ce qui a changé, selon toi?Comment on traverse la mort d'un enfant sans se laisser détruire?Est-ce que c'est la douleur qui t'a poussée vers l'humanitaire, ou tu l'aurais fait de toute façon?La graduation approach était une transgression totale à l'époque. Comment tu as eu le courage de contredire le consensus des Nations Unies?Comment on fait pour ne pas laisser sa famille imposer notre destin — surtout quand on l'aime?Tu parles de "ne pas accepter les doxas de son époque" — mais comment tu sais que tu n'es pas juste en train de remplacer une doxa par une autre?La place des femmes — tu dis que rien n'est acquis. Qu'est-ce que tu dirais à une femme jeune aujourd'hui face au retour des religions et du patriarcat?Comment tu pratiques l'instant présent concrètement? C'est une philosophie ou une discipline quotidienne?Avec le recul de tes 80 ans, qu'est-ce que tu changerais dans ta manière de vivre?A quoi tu veux claquer la porte — et où est-ce que tu veux ouvrir?Références citées dans l'épisodeLivresNaviguer l'existence — Albina du Boisrouvray (fil rouge de tout l'épisode) ~00:29Indignez-vous! — Stéphane Hessel (résonance sur la capacité d'indignation d'Albina) ~25:04Livre de Boris Cyrulnik sur la résilience (titre non précisé, mais "ça a totalement résonné") ~07:38Articles / textesArticle de Thomas Friedman (journaliste) sur "l'ère du polysène" — le monde comme système complexe et non binaire ~34:03Article de Milton Friedman (économiste, NYT, 1970) — le seul but d'une entreprise est de redistribuer des dividendes aux actionnaires ~35:44Documentaire Arte sur la violence de l'extrême droite en France et en Allemagne ~54:21PersonnesDaniel Balavoine — mort dans l'accident d'hélicoptère du Paris-Dakar 1986 ~01:03François, son fils — pilote de l'hélicoptère, 24 ans ~06:55Bernard Kouchner — mission au Liban en 1987 ~20:44Professeur Jonathan Mann (Harvard/OMS) — paradigme santé publique, alerte sur les orphelins du SIDA ~11:37Mohamed Yunus — micro-crédit (admiré, mais insuffisant pour l'extrême pauvreté) ~14:15Brice Lalonde, René Dumont — militants écologistes des années 70 ~05:04André Gorz — cité rapidement comme proche des mouvements écolos ~05:03André Delvaux — réalisateur belge représenté par Albina à Cannes ~48:59Kim Chapiron — réalisateur français, propos sur la représentation des musulmans au cinéma post-2001 ~53:32Anne Chirac — avait posé des pots de fleurs sur les Champs-Élysées en réponse aux plaidoyers écologistes ~04:04OrganisationsFXB (Fondation François-Xavier Bagnoud) — fondée par Albina ~12:24Médecins sans Frontières / Médecins du Monde — Albina a été bénévole ~22:59Banque mondiale, BRAC, Ford Foundation — ont repris la graduation approach à grande échelle ~18:31ConceptsRésilience (Cyrulnik) ~07:38Graduation approach (méthode FXB) ~15:48Polysène — ère où tout est imbriqué, plus rien n'est binaire ~34:03Famille étendue africaine ~13:32Bouddhisme : "ici et maintenant" ~59:50Talmud / pil-poul : questionnement constant ~47:07Timestamps clés (optimisés YouTube)00:00 — Introduction VLAN Greg ouvre sur la question centrale du podcast : "Et si on pouvait à nouveau se réjouir du futur?" Présentation d'Albina, de son livre Naviguer l'existence et de ses 12 bouées de sauvetage.01:55 — Les 12 bouées : pourquoi des bouées et pas des clés "Les clés ouvrent des portes. Les bouées, elles te sauvent dans une tempête." Une distinction qui dit tout sur l'état dans lequel elle perçoit le monde aujourd'hui.02:05 — L'avenir a perdu ses promesses Retour sur les 40 glorieuses, l'espoir de l'après-guerre, et le moment où tout a basculé. Albina raconte comment elle portait l'alerte climatique il y a 50 ans — et comment personne ne l'écoutait, même dans les réunions politiques enfumées.06:38 — Bouée #1 : ne pas se laisser détruire par le malheur La mort de son fils François à 24 ans. Comment on tient. Ce que la résilience veut vraiment dire. Cyrulnik lui a donné les mots, la vie lui a donné la méthode.10:50 — Comment la douleur l'a conduite à l'humanitaire Un an après la mort de François, elle part avec Kouchner au Liban porter des médicaments des deux côtés de la ligne de front. Elle retrouve là, pour la première fois, sa capacité à ressentir du bonheur.13:20 — La transgression de la graduation approach En Afrique, elle comprend que son modèle occidental ne fonctionne pas. Elle invente une méthode qui transgresse la doxa du micro-crédit et choque les Nations Unies. Elle a raison.18:04 — 100 000 personnes sorties de l'extrême pauvreté 86% de réussite. La méthode FXB reprise par la Banque mondiale et BRAC. Elle a tout dépensé. Et elle continue avec des donations.24:05 — Bouée #2 : la famille et la liberté Son enfance entre Amérique du Sud et Afrique du Nord. Sa mère Quechua, son père résistant gaulliste. Comment l'absence de famille l'a paradoxalement rendue libre. Et comment elle a fait la paix avec sa mère après sa mort.33:41 — Bouée #3 : défendre la justice Néolibéralisme, Friedman, l'article qui a tout scellé en 1970. Sa distinction entre capitalisme utile et capitalisme destructeur. Et l'ère du polysène : on ne vit plus dans un monde binaire.42:09 — Bouée #5 : la place des femmes Rien n'est acquis — les États-Unis, l'Afghanistan, l'Iran. Son expérience au Festival de Cannes où deux hommes parlent d'elle comme d'un objet en direct. Et comment elle a géré un ministre qui avait fermé la porte à clé.45:24 — Bouée #9 : ne pas accepter les doxas de son époque La réunion en 1970 où elle quitte les mouvements gauchistes. Le Talmud comme modèle de questionnement permanent. Et pourquoi être convaincu d'avoir raison, c'est souvent le premier signe qu'on a un peu tort.52:56 — Bouée #8 : s'autoriser à penser par soi-même Les imaginaires des films américains post-2001, l'islamophobie ordinaire, les extrêmes qui identifient de vrais problèmes mais proposent de mauvaises solutions.58:36 — Bouée #10 : ne jamais se pourrir le présent La bouée centrale. Comment elle pratique l'instant présent concrètement — son chat le matin, la gentillesse des jeunes dans la rue. Les petits cadeaux de la vie qu'on rate quand on est dans la projection.01:00:57 — Ce qu'elle dirait aux jeunes en pleine course à la réussite 80 ans résumés en quelques phrases : ne pas mettre la réussite économique comme seule priorité. Rester ouvert aux autres. Saisir les moments de bonheur.01:06:49 — VLAN : claquer la porte sur la haine Elle veut claquer la porte sur toutes les formes de haine — islamophobie, antisémitisme, haine du voisin. Et elle termine sur une surprise : la gentillesse des jeunes qu'elle croise dans la rue, à Clichy et ailleurs. Suggestion d'autres épisodes à écouter : #346 Retrouver du pouvoir dans le chaos avec Matthieu Dardaillon (https://audmns.com/yOgbycm) Vlan #73 La vieillesse ne ressemble à rien de ce que vous pensez avec Perla Servan Schreiber (https://audmns.com/JrdGWwO) #377 Pourquoi l'avenir appartient aux sociétés solidaires? Avec Pablo Servigne (partie 1) (https://audmns.com/WMxgIMf)Hébergé par Audiomeans. 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In this 'From the Vault' episode of the Transformative Leadership Summit, Jethro sits down with Kimberly Miles, principal of East Gresham Elementary School, to explore her remarkable approach to reading as a leadership practice. Kimberly shares how she strategically selects books — only picking them up after hearing multiple recommendations — and then digs deep using a layered annotation system of underlining, highlighting, color-coded tabs, and 3x5 index card summaries she keeps on hand for professional conversations. She discusses why leaders need to be diverse readers beyond education titles, how she uses books like Make It Stick and Thomas Friedman's work to broaden her thinking, and why she spent two years reading a single book with her staff — and why that was the right call. Whether it's leading book clubs with her leadership team, reading alongside her own adult children, or listening to audiobooks on her commute, Kimberly makes the case that intentional, slow, deep reading is one of the most powerful tools a leader can have. Learn more about today's sponsors, Playworks, IXL, and Renaissance Learning:As a global leader in education technology operating in more than 110 countries, Renaissance is committed to providing educators with insights and resources to accelerate growth and help all students build a strong foundation for success. We believe that technology can unlock a more effective learning experience, ensure that students get the personalized teaching they need to thrive, and help educators and administrators to truly, fully, See Every Student. Learn more at renaissance.com.We're proud to be sponsored by Playworks, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization with evidence-based practices that help schools improve the health and well-being of children by increasing opportunities for physical activity and safe, meaningful play.If you're a school or district leader struggling with the challenge of chronic absenteeism, as so many are across the U.S., you may not realize that structured recess is a research-backed approach to keep kids in school. In fact, a UC Berkeley study of Title I schools found that those partnering with Playworks had significantly lower chronic absenteeism rates. Further, Mathematica research demonstrated that Playworks schools spent 27% less time transitioning from recess back to learning, saving teachers valuable instructional time. These results are possible for your students, too. Learn how Playworks can help you improve student-educator relationships, belonging, and attendance by signing up for a quick no-obligation conversation. We're also thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL's comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers' timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments

Tensions with Iran are reaching a boiling point as global markets, military strategy, and political narratives collide. While some Democrats argue the conflict is weakening U.S. standing, others quietly acknowledge Iran's capabilities are being degraded. Is this a geopolitical gamble—or a turning point? And why do critics seem divided on whether success is even desirable? This episode breaks down the strategy, the politics, and what's really at stake.

A high-stakes military raid sparks a political firestorm, questions of justice collide with insider trading in Congress, and shocking rhetoric from media elites reveals a deeper shift toward normalizing crime. Meanwhile, the Iran conflict narrative fractures as even critics quietly admit success—while others double down on denial. ⚡ EPISODE SUMMARY Today's episode dives into the explosive aftermath of the Maduro raid and the arrest of a U.S. service member tied to a controversial prediction market bet. Is this justice—or selective enforcement? We break down arguments from Anna Paulina Luna, who calls out the double standard between everyday Americans and members of Congress like Nancy Pelosi, whose stock trading record continues to raise eyebrows. Then we pivot to the global stage: Iran, media narratives, and political spin. Statements from Hakeem Jeffries clash with observable reality, while even critics like Bret Baier question the disconnect. We also examine commentary from Max Boot, Chuck Schumer, and Thomas Friedman—some of whom appear to acknowledge success privately while criticizing publicly. Finally, the episode takes a sharp turn into cultural territory: from alleged corruption involving Ilhan Omar to the rise of “micro-looting” narratives in mainstream media, and the increasingly extreme rhetoric from figures like Hasan Piker. The throughline? A growing divide over law, accountability, and what kind of behavior is being normalized in American society.

Tim Graham of NewsBusters argues that legacy media and Democratic voices are applying a consistent double standard in coverage of the Iran conflict, claiming outlets like CNN and figures such as Senator Chris Van Hollen frame U.S. military actions negatively while ignoring similar precedent under prior administrations. He highlights Thomas Friedman's CNN comments suggesting he is conflicted between opposing Iran and opposing Trump and Netanyahu, calling it an example of openly partisan thinking disguised as analysis. Graham expands on Media Research Center critiques that modern journalism increasingly abandons objectivity, instead shaping narratives around political outcomes rather than consistent standards, particularly in foreign policy and war coverage. Hashtags: #TimGraham #MediaBias #ThomasFriedman #CNN #VanHollen #Trump #IranConflict #NewsBusters #PressCoverage #ForeignPolicy

Hour 3 opens with live Pentagon remarks from Secretary Pete Hegseth and military leadership outlining an aggressive blockade strategy against Iran, describing sustained pressure on Iranian ports, energy infrastructure, and maritime movement as part of a broader containment and negotiation effort tied to nuclear deterrence. The discussion then shifts to former Senator Jim Talent, who frames the operation as a coordinated military, economic, and diplomatic squeeze aimed at collapsing Iran's coercive capacity and forcing a verifiable agreement, while arguing regional allies broadly support the U.S. approach. Tim Graham of NewsBusters follows with a critique of media coverage and Democratic messaging, claiming outlets and commentators consistently portray U.S. and Republican actions negatively while excusing past Democratic-era interventions, including reaction to Thomas Friedman's controversial comments about opposing both Iran and Trump/Netanyahu. The hour closes with “Kim on a Whim,” highlighting a BBC undercover investigation exposing UK immigration advisors allegedly coaching migrants to falsely claim protected status—such as pretending to be gay—to secure asylum, prompting broader criticism of loopholes in Western immigration systems and skepticism that enforcement will meaningfully change. Hashtags: #IranBlockade #PentagonBriefing #PeteHegseth #JimTalent #ForeignPolicy #MediaBias #TimGraham #ThomasFriedman #BBCInvestigation #ImmigrationPolicy #AsylumSystem #KimOnAWhim

Tune in to The Joe Concha Show for a fast-paced, no-holds-barred breakdown of today's wildest political news. In this episode, Joe dives deep into the shocking criminal allegations that are effectively ending Eric Swalwell's political career. He also shreds New York City's disastrous and severely over-budget attempt at opening socialist, city-run grocery stores and calls out Thomas Friedman's bizarre reluctance to see the U.S. defeat the Iranian regime. Plus, get Joe's unfiltered commentary on the Vatican's political clash with Trump over immigration, Marco Rubio's steadfast defense of keeping foreign adversaries away from Venezuelan oil, and how crushing 47.5% inflation is systematically destroying Iran's economy. Joe wraps up the night by roasting the mainstream media's meltdown over Trump's True Social "Jesus" post, Hillary Clinton shamelessly defending Bill's Oval Office abuse of power, and a cringeworthy racial gaffe from Joe Biden at Syracuse University—all set to a killer Van Halen soundtrack! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this explosive Hour 2 episode, Rita dives deep into the shocking new sexual assault and drugging allegations surrounding Representative Eric Swalwell, questioning exactly what Democratic leadership—especially Nancy Pelosi—knew about his behavior and his past ties to a Chinese spy. Rita also sounds the alarm on frightening college campus protests where students are shockingly chanting, "Iran, you make us proud," arguing that these masked demonstrators should face real-world career consequences. Additionally, the episode calls out the bizarre takes of media figures like Thomas Friedman, who feels "torn" about wanting the Iranian regime defeated, and James Carville, who disturbingly stated he wants to watch Donald Trump "suffer". Plus, hear heated listener debates on the Pope's political stances and a touching tribute to a 100-year-old WWII B-17 gunner who recently received the French Legion of Honor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: "Which is a greater existential threat, runaway AI or nuclear weapons?" Michael Smerconish explores a rapidly shifting global risk landscape, drawing on insights from New York Times columnist Thomas Friedman and former White House counterterrorism and cyber threat advisor Richard Clarke. With breakthroughs in AI capable of exposing critical software vulnerabilities—and quantum computing threatening to crack modern encryption—the conversation moves beyond theory into urgent reality. Could emerging technologies destabilize global systems faster than traditional military threats? Or do nuclear weapons remain the ultimate danger? This episode examines the stakes, the science, and why some experts believe humanity is unprepared for what's coming next. Listen here, then vote at Smerconish.com - and please rate, review, and share this podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A bold escalation from Donald Trump is reshaping global power in real time. With the U.S. moving to enforce control over the Strait of Hormuz and crack down on illegal tolls tied to Iran, the stakes couldn't be higher. China's influence, global trade routes, and the future of the U.S. dollar are all on the line. Meanwhile, a shocking admission from Thomas Friedman reveals just how politically charged this moment has become.

A massive shift in global power is underway as Donald Trump launches a bold blockade in the Strait of Hormuz—a move aimed at crippling Iran economically and stopping its nuclear ambitions. With allies like United Arab Emirates and Bahrain stepping up, and global rivals like China watching closely, this moment could redefine the balance of power in the Middle East—and the world. Meanwhile, media figures like Thomas Friedman admit the strategy could succeed… but don't want Trump to benefit politically. And controversy erupts as Pope Leo XIV calls for peace without condemning Iran's actions. Plus—a heartbreaking local tragedy out of Spartanburg raises serious questions about accountability and justice.

A massive geopolitical shift is underway—and it's shaking the global order. Donald Trump is taking aggressive action against Iran, aiming to eliminate its nuclear threat and reshape the balance of power across the Middle East. But here's the twist: many Middle Eastern nations appear to support the effort—while critics in the West push back hard. Even Thomas Friedman admits the strategy could succeed… but says he doesn't want Trump to benefit politically. Is this about policy—or politics?

Hour 1 Segment 1 Tony starts the first hour of the show talking about how Vice President J.D. Vance and Iran didn’t finalize a deal in Islamabad. Tony also talks about the U.S. blocking the Strait of Hormuz. Hour 1 Segment 2 Tony talks about Viktor Orban losing re-election of Hungarian Prime Minister to Peter Magyar. Hour 1 Segment 3 Tony talks about the woke right, Thomas Friedman, James Carville, and more wanting President Donald Trump to fail with the Iranian war. Hour 1 Segment 4 Tony wraps up the first hour of the show playing the latest Q&A session from President Trump as he answers questions about the latest with Iran. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 Segment 1 Tony starts the first hour of the show talking about how Vice President J.D. Vance and Iran didn’t finalize a deal in Islamabad. Tony also talks about the U.S. blocking the Strait of Hormuz. Hour 1 Segment 2 Tony talks about Viktor Orban losing re-election of Hungarian Prime Minister to Peter Magyar. Hour 1 Segment 3 Tony talks about the woke right, Thomas Friedman, James Carville, and more wanting President Donald Trump to fail with the Iranian war. Hour 1 Segment 4 Tony wraps up the first hour of the show playing the latest Q&A session from President Trump as he answers questions about the latest with Iran. Hour 2 Segment 1 Tony starts the second hour of the show continuing to play the latest Q&A session from President Donald Trump as he answers questions about The Pope and the AI image of him as Jesus. Hour 2 Segment 2 Tony gets into three more things: new affiliates in Detroit and Tampa Bay, a Massachusetts bill wanting to limit how much you drive in your own car, and ending doom scrolling and brain rot. Hour 2 Segment 3 Tony talks about Eric Swalwell suspending his governor campaign amid sexual assault and misconduct allegations. Hour 2 Segment 4 Tony wraps up the second hour of the show talking about Mayor Zohran Mamdani speaking at his 100 Day Address. Hour 3 Segment 1 Tony starts the final hour of the show joined with E.J. Antoni of The Heritage Foundation to talk about energy with the Strait of Hormuz blocked. Hour 3 Segment 2 Tony talks more about Eric Swalwell suspending his governor campaign amid sexual assault and misconduct allegations. Hour 3 Segment 3 Tony continues his conversation with E.J. Antoni talking about how farmers are affected with the tariffs and the blockage from the Strait of Hormuz. Hour 3 Segment 4 Tony wraps up another edition of the show talking about how he supports the U.S. blocking the Strait of Hormuz. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The first hour of The Charlie James Show on Monday, April 13, 2026, delivered a high-stakes mix of local tragedy and international brinkmanship, starting with the harrowing officer-involved shooting on North Main Street in Greenville. James quickly pivoted to the global stage, analyzing the collapse of the U.S.-Iran peace talks in Pakistan and the subsequent naval blockade ordered by President Trump. The broadcast took a more ideological turn when James critiqued Thomas Friedman's New York Times column as a quintessential example of Trump Derangement Syndrome, questioning how a pundit could be "torn" about the fall of a hostile regime simply because it might benefit the President politically. This led into a broader segment on the South Carolina government's perceived lack of fiscal restraint, with James arguing that officials view taxpayers as a bottomless well to fund state projects. The hour concluded with a deep dive into a caller's inquiry regarding online "RINO" lists, exploring how conservative voters are using the internet to track and hold Republican politicians accountable to their platform.

In a recent appearance on CNN, New York Times columnist Thomas Friedman admitted he is "torn" regarding the potential collapse of the Iranian regime. While he maintains that the current leadership in Tehran is "terrible" for its people and the region, he expressed deep concern that a military victory would politically strengthen President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, whom he described as "awful human beings" engaged in "anti-democratic projects." Critics, such as Fox News analyst Brit Hume, have characterized Friedman's ambivalence as a "perfect distillation" of Trump Derangement Syndrome, arguing that his personal animosity toward the President outweighs his desire to see a major state sponsor of terrorism defeated. This internal conflict mirrors Friedman's broader warnings in his NYT columns, where he has urged Trump to abandon a "bombs-away strategy" in favor of a narrow deal to prevent Iranian nuclear proliferation while avoiding a chaotic "quagmire."

Thomas Friedman, Executive Administrator of the State Health Plan, joins The SEANC View podcast to explain the Lantern program, a new preferred-provider and tiered-access model designed to lower costs for members while improving quality and access. We also discuss the recently approved preferred tiers by the State Health Plan Board of Trustees, efforts to protect rural access, early program results, and plans to negotiate better pricing with providers. The conversation also touches on contract changes, the push for transparency and competition, and how these steps aim to reduce premiums and preserve funds for employee raises and retiree benefits, while keeping participation voluntary and focused on member choice.

Kristen Welker details her exclusive phone interview with President Trump. Energy Secretary Chris Wright, Sen. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and New York Times columnist Thomas Friedman join as energy prices surge and markets tumble as the war with Iran triggers the largest oil supply disruption in history. Lanhee Chen, Sam Jacobs, Faiz Shakir and Melanie Zanona join the roundtable. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Prima di ordinare i bombardamenti sull'Iran, il Segretario alla Difesa americano Pete Hegseth aveva già smantellato le unità del Pentagono incaricate di limitare le vittime civili. Lo riferisce HuffPost l'11 marzo 2026. A febbraio 2025 Hegseth aveva rimosso i vertici del JAG Corps — gli avvocati militari delle tre forze armate — definendoli «ostacoli agli ordini del comandante in capo». Rosa Brooks, docente di diritto alla Georgetown University, aveva già scritto: «È quello che fai quando pianifichi di violare la legge: elimini gli avvocati». Il metodo era già stato sperimentato a Gaza. I sistemi di targeting basati sull'intelligenza artificiale Lavender e The Gospel — documentati da Access Now nel 2024 — avevano automatizzato la selezione degli obiettivi nella Striscia. Akbar Shahid Ahmed di HuffPost ha scritto il 12 marzo che Israele applica la «logica di Gaza» al Libano con la benedizione di Trump. Sul New York Times del 10 marzo Thomas Friedman ha scritto che Netanyahu «sarebbe probabilmente felice di fare dell'Iran un'altra Gaza». Le autorità iraniane contano oltre 1.300 civili uccisi in dodici giorni. Il primo giorno, un bombardamento in doppio colpo ha distrutto la scuola elementare femminile di Minab: 168 bambine. A Beirut, nel quartiere di Ramlet al-Bayda, l'IDF ha ucciso otto persone e ferito trentatré tra famiglie che dormivano in tende sul mare. AP ha documentato nella stessa notte attacchi israeliani su campi degli sfollati a ovest di Gaza City. L'IDF ha dichiarato di non essere «a conoscenza di un attacco in quella zona». L'11 marzo, davanti ai giornalisti al Pentagono, Pete Hegseth ha letto il Salmo 144: «Benedetto il Signore che addestra le mie mani alla guerra. Possa il Signore dare forza incrollabile e rifugio ai nostri guerrieri». Ha concluso: «Amen». #LaSveglia per La NotiziaDiventa un supporter di questo podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/la-sveglia-di-giulio-cavalli--3269492/support.

Que faire face à un Occident chamboulé, à des démocraties fragilisées et à une révolution technologique sans précédent ? A l'occasion de son Grand Colloque, L'Express vous livre le regard d'experts sur le monde de demain. Dans l'épisode d'aujourd'hui, Thomas Friedman, journaliste américain et connaisseur du Proche-Orient, dévoile les enjeux du conflit en cours. Retrouvez tous les détails de l'épisode ici et inscrivez-vous à notre newsletter. L'équipe : Écriture et présentation : Charlotte Baris Réalisation : Jules Krot Musique et habillage : Emmanuel Herschon / Studio Torrent Logo : Jérémy Cambour Pour nous écrire : laloupe@lexpress.fr Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Aux États-Unis, le prix des carburants a augmenté à cause de la guerre au Proche-Orient. D'après le président américain, c'est « un petit prix à payer » et cela ne devrait pas durer. Mais au moment de faire le plein, certains se plaignent, y compris parmi les électeurs de Donald Trump. Notre correspondant aux États-Unis, Vincent Souriau s'est rendu dans une station-service de Westminster, petite ville située dans un comté républicain de l'État du Maryland. Si le prix à la pompe augmente aux États-Unis, bientôt toute l'économie américaine sera touchée, met en garde le New York Times. Les experts interrogés par le journal, décrivent un effet boule de neige. La hausse du prix du carburant va se répercuter sur les prix de la nourriture et des marchandises transportées par camions, notamment les colis Amazon, explique Mark Zandi, économiste chez Moody's Analytics. Hausse également du prix des fruits et des légumes importés. Une augmentation d'autant plus importante que le Golfe Persique est l'un principal fournisseur d'engrais au monde, explique le New York Times. Les agriculteurs américains seront également touchés alors que les semis de printemps commencent partout dans le pays. Les prix des billets d'avion devraient, eux-aussi, augmenter. Les Américains pourraient donc se retrouver privés de vacances de printemps et d'été. Les entreprises pourraient ne plus embaucher dans un premier temps, puis licencier, poursuit le New York Times. La volatilité des marchés boursiers pourrait menacer l'épargne-retraite. Bref, plus la guerre dure, plus l'économie américaine, dans son ensemble, risque de souffrir. Or, le coût de la vie sera l'un des enjeux majeurs des mid-terms de novembre. Le prix de l'essence a toujours été très important pour les Américains et les hommes politiques le savent, analyse le New York Times qui rappelle que Ron Klain, l'ancien chef de cabinet de Joe Biden, consultait le prix à la pompe tous les jours pour évaluer le moral des consommateurs. Le problème, explique Bob McNally, ancien conseiller en énergie du président George W. Bush, au New York Times, c'est que Donald Trump dispose de peu d'outils véritablement efficaces pour faire reculer rapidement le prix des carburants. Limiter les exportations américaines, supprimer certains taxes fédérales, se servir dans les réserves stratégiques de pétrole de pays, autoriser la Russie à vendre son pétrole... Autant de mesures qui n'auront qu'un faible impact de toute façon. La seule vraie solution, c'est que le trafic reprenne dans le détroit d'Ormuz. Pour cela, il faudrait que la guerre s'arrête. Mais Donald Trump ne sait pas comment faire, estime Thomas Friedman, éditorialiste au New York Times, car le président ne sait pas exactement pourquoi il a lancé cette guerre. Alors le journaliste l'invite à cesser les attaques, à laisser passer le fameux jour d'après. Ce jour-là, le régime iranien se vantera d'avoir gagné. Mais le surlendemain, Thomas Friedman prédit « un débat explosif et des luttes intestines au sein de l'élite dirigeante de Téhéran ». Le peuple, des commerçants et des réformateurs au sein du régime vont demander des comptes à leurs dirigeants. « Nous avons perdu nos économies, notre économie (...), une grande partie de nos armées et l'amitié de nos voisins » et vous nous parlez de victoire ? Voilà ce qu'ils leur diront, estime le journaliste qui insiste : « le régime iranien ne tombera que par le haut ».   L'histoire de trois frères arrêtés par ICE suscite une polémique Joshua, 12 ans, Caleb, 14 ans et Antonio, 18 ans, ainsi que leurs parents ont été libérés hier (lundi 9 mars 2026), après 15 jours de détention, nous apprend The Texas Tribune. La particularité de cette fratrie, c'est que Caleb et Antonio sont « deux jeunes musiciens mariachis prometteurs », explique CNN. La famille, originaire du Mexique, a été arrêtée lors d'un rdv de routine auprès des services d'immigration. Pour qu'ils soient relâchés, il aura fallu, entre autres, l'intervention d'une élue républicaine, la représentante du Texas Monica de la Cruz qui, il y a neuf mois à peine, avaient invité Caleb, Antonio et le groupe de musique de leur lycée au Congrès, à Washington, pour les féliciter d'avoir remporté un concours de mariachis, raconte The Texas Tribune. Il y a moins d'un an, « ces deux jeunes hommes étaient jugés dignes de se produire au Capitole. Ils ne constituaient aucune menace pour la sécurité nationale », souligne Joaquin Castro, représentant démocrate du Texas, qui critique l'hypocrise de l'administration Trump.   Venezuela : la réforme du code minier voulu par les États-Unis avance L'Assemblée nationale a approuvé le texte hier soir (lundi 9 mars) sans les voix de l'opposition qui, comme l'explique Tal Cual, a refusé de se prononcer car elle n'a pas pu lire le projet de loi, ni l'étudier correctement. Le document n'a été déposé qu'une heure avant le vote, précise le journal en ligne. Officiellement, cette réforme vise à moderniser le code minier afin d'attirer de nouveaux investisseurs, en particulier étrangers. Un second vote doit avoir lieu à l'Assemblée, cette fois article par article. Mais on ne sait pas encore quand ce sera.   Haïti : « l'absence de stratégie diplomatique du gouvernement marginalise le pays » Comme tous les mardis, nous faisons le point sur l'actualité en Haïti avec Gotson Pierre, directeur d'Alterpresse. Il évoque le rôle des drones dans la lutte contre les gangs qui font de très nombreuses victimes civiles selon Human Rights Watch ; l'absence d'Haïti au sommet sur la sécurité organisé, ce week-end, par les États-Unis à Miami ; et enfin, les conditions d'incarcération, très mauvaises dans le pays, même dans les centres les plus modernes, comme celui de Morne Casse, dans le nord-est à Fort liberté.   Mexique : comment vivre dans une zone sismique Notre dossier du jour nous emmène au Mexique, pays où le risque de séismes est parmi les plus élevés de la planète. Les plus meurtriers remontent à 2017 et 1985. Mais, les Mexicains ne les ont pas oubliés, d'autant que d'autres tremblements de terre bien plus légers se produisent chaque jour, à Mexico par exemple. Alors les habitants s'adaptent. La capitale mexicaine a même créé un système d'alerte pionnier en cas de séisme fort, pour mieux vivre ce risque, ce phénomène difficile à prévoir. Reportage de Gwendolina Duval.   Le journal de la 1ère En Guadeloupe, la Chambre Régionale des Comptes pointe du doigt une prise en charge « défaillante » de la santé mentale.

The Polycene era, which we have just entered, will be the first era in human history in which humanity must govern, innovate, collaborate and coexist at a planetary scale to thrive, because all of our key challenges -- governing A.I., curbing nuclear proliferation, managing climate change and managing a world where more people than ever will be living outside their birth nations are planetary in scale. It will take everyone, everywhere, rowing together. “The decisive test of our age,” Oxford economist Eric Beinhocker remarked to me, “is whether we will recognize this in time.” We will only pass that test if America takes the lead. No other nation has (or at least had) the respect and power to do so than America. But America can only lead if we get back to our great national project of making ``out of many, one.'' We are off our project. We need to model how to create 'one' from 'many' again, especially since the 'many' is now far more diverse. We look more like the world and the world looks more like us than ever before. If we go first and model that for the world, everything is possible.

In this patrons-only bonus, the PG crew discusses Thomas Friedman's latest baby-brained op-ed, in which he wins an award for false equivalencies by comparing ICE to Hamas. Plus, Sam gives a scientific explanation for how the polar vortex that just dumped a bunch of snow on you is being caused by climate change. SIGN UP NOW at https://patreon.com/partygirls to get the full version of this episode, all other bonus content, Discord access, and a shout out on the pod! Follow us on ALL the Socials: Instagram: @party.girls.pod TikTok: @party.girls.pod Twitter: @partygirlspod BlueSky: @partygirls.bsky.social Leave us a nice review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify if you feel so inclined: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/party-girls/id1577239978 https://open.spotify.com/show/71ESqg33NRlEPmDxjbg4rO Executive Producer: Andrew Callaway Producers: Ryan M., Jon B.

Jamie and Sam discuss ICE's second high-profile killing of a US citizen this month. Who was Alex Pretti, and what has the response been from the people, the politicians, the media, and the "business community"? Trump to erstwhile border patrol commander Greg Bovino: "You're fired!" Marjorie Taylor Greene tells MAGA crowd enough is enough, warns them they're being incited to civil war. What's going on in the Trump coalition? Are Republicans actually concerned about moderate swing voters? Keep an eye out for our BONUS ep, wherein we discuss the polar vortex and Thomas Friedman's latest baby-brained op-ed. Folks in the LA area check out Jamie's IRL comedy show w/ Jake Flores, Tony Boswell, Avery Moore, Fellatia G, and other special guests! The Woke Mob Presents: One Joke After Another Saturday, Feb 7 at the Lyric Hyperion Doors @ 9pm; Show @ 9:30pm Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-woke-mob-tickets-1980730835248 SIGN UP NOW at https://patreon.com/partygirls to get all of our bonus content, Discord access, and a shout out on the pod! Follow us on ALL the Socials: Instagram: @party.girls.pod TikTok: @party.girls.pod Twitter: @partygirlspod BlueSky: @partygirls.bsky.social Leave us a nice review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify if you feel so inclined: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/party-girls/id1577239978 https://open.spotify.com/show/71ESqg33NRlEPmDxjbg4rO Executive Producer: Andrew Callaway Producers: Ryan M., Jon B

A year into President Donald Trump's second term, the state and fate of the American Republic is uncertain and precarious.  At home, an unprecedented expansion of presidential power has undermined norms and institutions and threatened democratic governance. American politics remain polarized, taking on a tribal and personal character with disagreements often cast as struggles between good and bad. And abroad, the administration's pursuit of an “America first” policy has undermined the trust of traditional allies and opened up opportunities for U.S. adversaries.What can Americans expect from the next three years of the Trump administration? What should allies be preparing for given an increasingly expansionist and aggressive U.S. foreign policy? And what are the obligations and responsibilities of citizens during these difficult times?  Join Aaron David Miller as he engages Pulitzer Prize winning author and The New York Times columnist Thomas Friedman on these and other issues, on the next Carnegie Connects.  

Thomas Gomart, historien et directeur de l'IFRI.Dans cet moment percutant et tellement d'actualité même si enregistré il y a 2 ans, je retrouve Thomas Gomart, l'un des meilleurs analystes géopolitiques français, à la fois historien, stratège, et fin observateur de nos aveuglements collectifs. Ce moment, issu d'un échange marquant, revient sur sa capacité quasi prophétique à anticiper le retour brutal de la guerre en Europe, bien avant 2022.Dans cet épisode, nous parlons de l'erreur de perspective des Européens face à la géopolitique, du mythe de la fin des idéologies, et de la résurgence des logiques de puissance. J'ai questionné Thomas sur notre tendance à croire que le monde serait uniformément pacifié par le commerce, en oubliant les rapports de force.Avec sa clarté intellectuelle, il rappelle combien la stratégie est une affaire de mémoire longue, de volontés qui s'affrontent, et de frontières qui, loin d'avoir disparu, redeviennent centrales.Citations marquantes« La stratégie commence à exister lorsqu'elle se heurte à une autre stratégie. »« Il y a des gens qui veulent dominer d'autres gens. »« L'Europe a cru que le monde voulait vivre comme elle. »« On a vu le mercantilisme chinois, mais pas sa matrice léniniste. »« La stratégie, ce n'est pas une méthode : c'est une dialectique des volontés. » Idées centrales discutées 1. Le retour des conflits n'est pas une surprise➤ Gomart explique que le conflit armé n'a jamais disparu. L'Europe a vécu dans une illusion post-historique, aveugle à la persistance des logiques de puissance.

The United States has captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in a dramatic, highly coordinated military operation—but what happens next? in this episode, Michael examines the stunning takedown of Maduro, now facing sweeping narco-terrorism charges in a New York courtroom, and asks the question few seem prepared to answer: Was there a real plan for the day after? Michael breaks down the indictment, the potential life sentence Maduro faces, and the extraordinary military precision behind the operation—while weighing sharply divided reactions from The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, The New York Times, and Thomas Friedman. He also explores concerns about U.S. overreach, regime change, and whether America is now responsible for Venezuela's future. With calls from listeners across the U.S. and beyond, this episode captures the uncertainty, debate, and historical echoes surrounding one of the boldest foreign policy moves in decades. A tactical success—perhaps. A strategic gamble? Almost certainly. Original air date 5 January 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of The SEANC View, our team speaks with Thomas Friedman, executive administrator of the North Carolina State Health Plan, about the recently launched Lantern program. Lantern offers state employees and teachers access to free elective surgeries (orthopedics and bariatrics) with high-quality providers across the state, including travel and lodging coverage when needed. They discuss how Lantern aims to reduce overall health costs through price transparency and bundled care, upcoming expansions (including maternity care), and efforts to manage pharmaceutical expenses. The conversation also touches on rural access, provider incentives, and open enrollment.

Michael offers a bold take on today's Smerconish.com poll question which asks: "If peace holds in the Middle East, should President Trump receive the Nobel Peace Prize next year?" From 2025 Nobel winner Maria Corina Machado to Thomas Friedman's surprising take, Michael explores whether Trump's diplomacy deserves global recognition — and what the Nobel Committee's decision really says about politics and peace. Listen here, then vote there! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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It's Fun Day Monday on the Majority Report. On today's show: ICE, CBP and other federal agencies continue their assault on Chicago as they recklessly unleash CS gas in front of an elementary school in a busy neighborhood resulting in the hospitalization of at least two children. ICE is gassing everyone in Chicago including the local police officers. Dr. Michale Mann, Climatologist, Geophysicist, Director of Center for Science, Sustainability & the Media at University of Pennsylvania, joins the program to discuss his new book - Science Under Siege: How to Fight the Five Most Powerful Forces That Threaten our World co-authored with Dr. Peter Hotez. In the Fun Half: More coverage of ICE atrocities as they arrest people with no warrant or reason, detain the lawyers that are speaking on behalf of terrorized immigrants and mace young girls at point blank in the face. The only thing that seems to get ICE officers to back off is a person in an inflatable frog suit casting spell. Van Jones, Thomas Friedman and Bill Maher share a good laugh at Van's "dead Gaza baby" joke. Greta Thuneberg addresses the media in Greece after being released by the IDF. All that and more The Congress switchboard number is (202) 224-3121. You can use this number to connect with either the U.S. Senate or the House of Representatives. Follow us on TikTok here: https://www.tiktok.com/@majorityreportfm Check us out on Twitch here: https://www.twitch.tv/themajorityreport Find our Rumble stream here: https://rumble.com/user/majorityreport Check out our alt YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/majorityreportlive Gift a Majority Report subscription here: https://fans.fm/majority/gift Subscribe to the AMQuickie newsletter here: https://am-quickie.ghost.io/ Join the Majority Report Discord! https://majoritydiscord.com/ Get all your MR merch at our store: https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ Get the free Majority Report App!: https://majority.fm/app Go to https://JustCoffee.coop and use coupon code majority to get 10% off your purchase Check out today's sponsors: WILD GRAIN: Get $30 off your first box + free Croissants in every box. Go to Wildgrain.com/MAJORITY to start your subscription. COZY EARTH: Go to cozyearth.com/MAJORITYREPORT for up to 20% off. SUNSET LAKE:  Head to SunsetLakeCBD.com and use the code JustTreats25 to save 30% on all their gummies for sleep, focus, and relaxation Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech Check out Matt's show, Left Reckoning, on YouTube, and subscribe on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leftreckoning Check out Matt Binder's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/mattbinder Subscribe to Brandon's show The Discourse on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ExpandTheDiscourse Check out Ava Raiza's music here! https://avaraiza.bandcamp.com/

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Cantante, compositora y voz al frente de las bandas mexicanas, Hello Seahorse! y MexFutura. Con una carrera de mas de 18 años en la escena de música alternativa, Denise se ha destacado por su amplio rango vocal y uso de la voz en distintos estilos musicales. De niña fue parte del coro infantil Les Chanteurs du Lycée. Más adelante estudió canto operístico con dos profesores mexicanos destacados: Teresa Magaña y Héctor Sosa. Esta experiencia le ayudó a imprimir un sello característico en su voz. Actualmente sigue estudiando canto con el maestro neoyorquino Thomas Friedman.Ha colaborado con artistas como Alondra de la Parra, Fernando de la Mora, Natalia Lafourcade, Ely Guerra, Enjambre, panteon rococó, Zoé y Los Ángeles Azules entre otros proyectos multidisciplinarios. También ha participado en películas como “Cantinflas” (2014), de Sebastián del Amo y “Sueño en otro idioma” (2017), de Ernesto Contreras. Junto a Hello Seahorse!, ha recibido importantes nominaciones al Latin Grammy en cinco ocasiones, incluyendo la mas reciente en 2024 como Mejor Álbum de Música Alternativa. Ha participado en numerosos festivales internacionales como Coachella, Vive Latino, Pal Norte, Corona Capital, Rock al Parque, Neon Desert, entre otros. Actualmente, Denise ha incursionado en el mundo de la producción musical y está por lanzar su primer EP como solista, el cual verá la luz próximamente." Con una trayectoria ya asentada en la escena musical actual, Denise Gutiérrez ha logrado posicionarse como una de las cantantes más prolíferas de su generación.Síguenos en redes:http://instagram.com/cableatierrapodhttp://facebook.com/cableatierrapodcasthttp://instagram.com/tanialicious Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Watch us on YouTube: https://youtu.be/LjM6XrBB440Don't forget to follow/subscribe to your favourite podcasting platform!Join our Patreon community to get access to bonus episodes, discounts on merch and more: https://bit.ly/UnholyPatreonAs the war nears its 22nd month, the humanitarian crisis in Gaza deepens — with harrowing footage of children searching for food sparking growing outrage, even among Israel's staunchest allies. Meanwhile, the Israeli government prepares to push forward a controversial draft bill, fuelling an already volatile political climate. This week, Yonit and Jonathan are joined by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Thomas Friedman for a wide-ranging conversation on the war, Donald Trump, his thoughts on the man who would be New York mayor: Zohran Mamdani and the question everyone's asking: is there a way out?

New York Times columnist Thomas Friedman sits down with Ravi Agrawal to debrief this week's meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House. Friedman is also the author of From Beirut to Jerusalem, among other books.  Thomas L. Friedman: How Trump's ‘Big, Beautiful Bill' Will Make China Great Again Thomas L. Friedman: If This Mideast War Is Over, Get Ready for Some Interesting Politics Thomas L. Friedman: How the Attacks on Iran Are Part of a Much Bigger Global Struggle Adrian Karatnycky: An Emerging Trump Doctrine? Daniel C. Kurtzer and Aaron David Miller: Less Gloating and More Diplomacy Are Needed to Heal the Middle East Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

Ian Bremmer sits down with New York Times columnist Thomas Friedman to dissect what may go down as the most consequential month in the Middle East in years. Just weeks after Israel launched a war against Iran—and after President Trump authorized US airstrikes—an uneasy ceasefire is in place. But what was actually achieved?Iran, the clear loser of the 12-Day War, entered as the most vulnerable player and emerged weaker still. Tehran stood largely alone, with Hamas degraded, Hezbollah decimated, Syria toppled, and Russia distracted. Yet the Islamic Republic can still claim regime survival, some damage inflicted on Israel, and a murkily intact nuclear program.Netanyahu, meanwhile, avoided a ceasefire until he had secured key gains: he crippled Iran's infrastructure, leveraged US firepower to hit targets beyond Israel's reach, and rescued his collapsing political career. As Friedman notes, “The people who won this war for Israel...were, for the most part, the very same people who were in the streets of Israel for nine months against Netanyahu and his judicial coup.” That tension will only grow in the months ahead.For Trump, this marks the biggest foreign policy victory of his second term—at least for now. He struck a blow to Iran's ambitions, avoided a broader war, and emerged politically unscathed. But what happens next, especially in Gaza, will test the durability of that win.Host: Ian BremmerGuest: Thomas L. Friedman  Subscribe to the GZERO World with Ian Bremmer Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform, to receive new episodes as soon as they're published.

Ian Bremmer sits down with New York Times columnist Thomas Friedman to dissect what may go down as the most consequential month in the Middle East in years. Just weeks after Israel launched a war against Iran—and after President Trump authorized US airstrikes—an uneasy ceasefire is in place. But what was actually achieved?Iran, the clear loser of the 12-Day War, entered as the most vulnerable player and emerged weaker still. Tehran stood largely alone, with Hamas degraded, Hezbollah decimated, Syria toppled, and Russia distracted. Yet the Islamic Republic can still claim regime survival, some damage inflicted on Israel, and a murkily intact nuclear program.Netanyahu, meanwhile, avoided a ceasefire until he had secured key gains: he crippled Iran's infrastructure, leveraged US firepower to hit targets beyond Israel's reach, and rescued his collapsing political career. As Friedman notes, “The people who won this war for Israel...were, for the most part, the very same people who were in the streets of Israel for nine months against Netanyahu and his judicial coup.” That tension will only grow in the months ahead.For Trump, this marks the biggest foreign policy victory of his second term—at least for now. He struck a blow to Iran's ambitions, avoided a broader war, and emerged politically unscathed. But what happens next, especially in Gaza, will test the durability of that win.Host: Ian BremmerGuest: Thomas L. Friedman  Subscribe to the GZERO World with Ian Bremmer Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform, to receive new episodes as soon as they're published.

This week, we are joined by State Health Plan Executive Administrator Thomas Friedman for an in-depth look at the challenges facing the Plan and its 750,000-plus members. We discuss the ongoing negotiations with CVS Caremark and the expected premium increases for next year.  Also, we touch on the pressing issues of high healthcare costs and the need for transparency, and Friedman shares the plan's strategies to make healthcare more affordable for state employees and retirees.

Over the last few years, Bob Chapman has been honored to present the message of Truly Human Leadership to more and more audiences. Whether to a group of manufacturing executives, city government leaders, business students, human resources professionals, and countless others, the goal remains the same. Bob wants people to understand that the way we lead impacts the way people live. Bob has long been inspired by the work of The Aspen Institute and their contribution to the conversation around leadership in the world. So, it was an honor when he was invited to speak at the 2017 Aspen Ideas Festival alongside a diverse slate of names, such as New York Times columnist David Brooks, Sen. Cory Booker, Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao, Former HUD Secretary Henry Cisneros, Saturday Night Live Weekend Update anchors Michael Che and Colin Jost, Katie Couric, Former Disney CEO Michael Eisner, Pulitzer-Prize winner Thomas Friedman, Political Writer Bill Kristol, and Author Susan Orlean. “The Privilege of Leadership” was the theme of his talk, where he was able to tell the stories of our learnings and journey at Barry-Wehmiller to this esteemed audience. It is our hope that our message took root in many of the discussions that occurred and will continue to resonate afterward, causing action and change in more and more organizations. On this podcast we share an edited version of Bob's presentation. 

On a special edition of Washington Week with The Atlantic, Jeffrey Goldberg is joined by Thomas Friedman of The New York Times to unpack the start of President Trump's second term and his efforts to address critical issues around the world. Friedman dives into his own recent trip to Israel, the parallels between Trump and Netanyahu and the rise of authoritarianism in both nations.

In the delightful TRUE STORIES (1986), David Byrne offered a whimsical view of the late Reagan era through the lens of a fictional Texas town. We consider the politics - or lack thereof - of Byrne's Warholian gaze on America and Her Problems. PLUS: Checking in Thomas Friedman. Join us on Patreon for an extra episode every week - https://www.patreon.com/michaelandus "David Byrne on True Stories" by Kory Grow - https://www.rollingstone.com/tv-movies/tv-movie-features/david-byrne-true-stories-interview-754919/ "David Byrne's History Of Avoiding Unions Dates Back To The 1980s" by Daniel Marans - https://www.huffpost.com/entry/david-byrne-history-of-union-avoidance_n_647e6c0fe4b0047ed782e1ad

This is a preview of The Weekender edition of the Muckrake Podcast. Please go to our Patreon to gain access to the regular Weekender episodes on Fridays. Co-hosts Jared Yates Sexton and Nick Hauselman point out that there might be a realization in the Trump administration that they are failing at their jobs writ large. RFK Jr. continues to attack autism as a subtext to eliminating vaccines, while Pam Bondi establishes an committee to root out anti-Christian policies in the government while Thomas Friedman proposes a way forward for Democrats that's astoundingly bad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Left and right populism almost came together many times to oppose globalization. Now that Trump's "reciprocal tariffs" are here, minds have changed. Why? Also "The Pedestrian," by Ray Bradbury This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.racket.news/subscribe

President Trump today with Jordan's King Abdullah by his side, said the United States would simply take Gaza. New York Times Foreign Affairs Columnist and bestselling author Thomas Friedman, reacts to the president's comments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tom's Pulitzer-Prize hat trick ... Why Beijing is relatively calm about Trump's reelection ... China hawkism in the AI community ... What's Trump's logic re Greenland and Panama? ... On Israel-Palestine, is a two-state solution still possible? ... How a stable ceasefire in Gaza could transform Israeli politics ... Why Trump may be better than Biden on Israel-Palestine ... Bob and Tom debate a possible strike on Iran ... Prospects for peace in Ukraine under Trump ... How America is making a Chinese invasion of Taiwan more likely ...