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Anti-Ukrainian sentiment is on the rise in Poland.The rift stems, in part, from a historical dispute over a wartime massacre of Poles 83 years ago, which has bubbled to the surface in recent months. So, how did relations sour so quickly? And what does this mean for Polish support in the war against Russia?This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuest: Anthony Loyd, special correspondent, The TimesHost: Manveen RanaProducer: Sophie McNultyWe want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.comRead more: Poland and Ukraine reopen old wounds that lay buried for 80 yearsFurther listening: The Ukrainian plot to sink the Russian economyClips: BBC, Good Morning Britain, Gazeta Wrocławska, Grzegorz Braun - Facebook, Kancelaria Prezydenta RP - Facebook, RMF24.Photo: Jack Hill/The Times. This podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A federal judge told President Trump he cannot demolish the Kennedy Center without 30 days' notice, after the board shut the building and Trump threatened to rip it down if his name is not on it.The president has taken a series of hits this week, from the Supreme Court blocking his mail-in voting plan to the Fed increasing interest rates against his wishes, raising questions about how much institutions are willing to push back as the midterms approach.Poland's prime minister says Russia is planning hybrid drone and missile attacks on European countries that support Ukraine, strikes Moscow would try to pass off as accidents to keep NATO from responding.Want more analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Support public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. This show's perks include sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Steve Drummond, Rebekah Metzler, Tina Kraja, Mohamad ElBardicy and Alice Woelfle.It was produced by Ziad Buchh and Nia Dumas.Our director is Christopher Thomas.We get engineering support from Zac Coleman.Our technical director is Carleigh Strange.And our Executive Producer is Jay Shaylor.(0:00) Introduction(01:51) Kennedy Center Demolition Threat(05:44) Trump's Troubles(09:15) Poland Warns Of Russian AttacksSee pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

Leaked images show extensive damage to military bases in the Middle East. Russia sanctions bill makes it out of the House. And Kennedy Center demolition speculation rises.  AP Photo/Stella Martany Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

September 18, 2026: 8 am — Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro calls out RFK Jr. amid measles outbreak To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Police in Spain's North African territory of Ceuta fired rubber bullets into the air to control crowds as hundreds of migrants were moved from beaches to the port where a tent city has sprung up. South Korea's president says he will not be sending troops to help the US in its war in Iran - defying growing pressure from the Trump administration. People in Russia are voting in the first parliamentary election since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa has formed a taskforce to investigate a spate of brutal killings that has sparked a nationwide debate over women's safety. Amid stark warnings from AI scientists about the growing risks of artificial intelligence going rogue, we assess some of the potential scenarios. At least 17 people have been killed in a car bomb attack in northwestern Pakistan. Protests in Nigeria after 33 people accused of illegal mining died in custody. And how drones are being used by police in England to help manage football crowds.The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk Photo: Police escort migrants from Benitez Beach to be relocated to the camp set up at the port of Ceuta, September 18, 2026 Credit: REUTERS/ Anna Surinyach

In the summer of 1902, all of Newport was buzzing: a European prince was coming to town, and Mamie Fish — one of the reigning hostesses of American high society — was throwing a dinner in his honor.The young ladies practiced their curtsies. But what walked through the door that night was no prince, but did tell you everything about who Mamie Fish was.She hadn't started anywhere near the top. Raised in the Gramercy Park neighborhood in the 1850s, she watched her family's fortune vanish and they relocated to the working class neighborhood of Astoria. She was barely educated, no beauty, and armed with nothing but a wit that could cut glass. It was enough to win Stuyvesant Fish, heir to one of New York's oldest names and a future railroad president, who adored her for the rest of his life.Mamie essentially invented the theme party at a time when New York society under Mrs. Astor and Ward McAllister was incredibly dull. Mamie's response was to make it fun: live ducklings paddling down the dinner table, a harvest ball with golden pitchforks, a formal dinner for the dogs of Newport, and a party for the Czar of Russia who turned out to be her partner in crime, Harry Lehr, in a tinfoil crown.Then the world changed around her — the press turned, her husband lost his railroad in a boardroom feud, and her 1913 Mother Goose Ball landed her on the wrong side of history.This week, Tom sits down with Jennifer Wright, author of Glitz, Glam, and a Damn Good Time: How Mamie Fish, Queen of the Gilded Age, Partied Her Way to Power.PLUS:Stand across from Mamie's Stanford White mansion on the Gilded Age Mansions of Fifth Avenue tour at boweryboyswalks.com.Listen to more glorious tales of the Gilded Age on The Gilded Gentleman Podcast hosted by Carl RaymondSupport the show and get our patron-only podcast Side Streets at patreon.com/boweryboys.This episode was edited and produced by Kieran Gannon Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After a visit to Ukraine last week, our defence editor reports on a new phase of the war as Kyiv and other civilian targets are bombarded by Russian missiles. He also visits an elite Ukrainian drone unit. Why alcohol companies are scrambling to innovate. And remembering the life of feminist pioneer Gloria Steinem. Watch extended clips from Insider Guests and host:Alex Turner, defence editorAvantika Chilkoti, global business writerAnn Wroe, obituaries editorRosie Blau, co-host of “The Intelligence”Topics covered: Ukraine, drones, Shahed, KyivAlcohol, beer, aperolGloria Steinem, feminismListen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to The Economist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A.M. Edition for Sept. 18. Hackers used Anthropic's AI tool, Claude, to gain access to the company's core algorithmic code. Plus, Russia seizes control of Nestle's operations in the country, as the Kremlin cracks down on more Western businesses. And the Bank of Japan follows the Fed in hiking interest rates. WSJ's Jason Douglas says central banks have learnt from recent inflation scares and are moving quickly to stave off persistent price rises. Luke Vargas 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.

CAPTION  1945 TRINITY TEST LOS ALAMOSLive Streaming weekdays 8-9 AM ET on The John Batchelor Show Substack pageNuclear Deterrence, Broken Treaties, and the Pocketbook Electorate  Peter Huessy, Anatol Lieven, and Jonathan Guyer join John Batchelor. The discussion begins with historical reflections on Cold War-era civil defense drills, illustrating how early memories of nuclear anxiety contrast with current geopolitical tensions. The experts analyze the critical need for nuclear modernization, the termination of historic arms treaties, and the emerging threats posed by Russia, North Korea, and Iran. The conversation transitions into the economic consequences of these tensions, specifically how rising diesel prices and supply chain disruptions are impacting American public opinion. Ultimately, the discussion suggests that domestic economic concerns and the integration of artificial intelligence in warfare are fundamentally reshaping the electorate's view of international security.

After a visit to Ukraine last week, our defence editor reports on a new phase of the war as Kyiv and other civilian targets are bombarded by Russian missiles. He also visits an elite Ukrainian drone unit. Why alcohol companies are scrambling to innovate. And remembering the life of feminist pioneer Gloria Steinem. Watch extended clips from Insider Guests and host:Alex Turner, defence editorAvantika Chilkoti, global business writerAnn Wroe, obituaries editorRosie Blau, co-host of “The Intelligence”Topics covered: Ukraine, drones, Shahed, KyivAlcohol, beer, aperolGloria Steinem, feminismListen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—subscribe to The Economist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part two of Red Eye Radio with Gary McNamara and Eric Harley, New satellite imagery shows Iran has added new defenses around tunnel entrances at Pickaxe Mountain, the deeply buried nuclear-linked site President Trump has repeatedly threatened to strike, as Russia and China on Thursday vetoed a U.S.-drafted Security Council resolution aimed at preserving international monitoring of sanctions on Tehran. Also look back at the top crime scene show's from the 80s's and 90"s and much more! For more talk on the issues that matter to you, listen on radio stations across America Monday-Friday 12am-5am CT (1am-6am ET and 10pm-3am PT), download the RED EYE RADIO SHOW app, asking your smart speaker, or listening at RedEyeRadioShow.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Subscribe now for an ad-free experience and all of our episodes. Derek has journeyed to Bolivia seeking contact with the newly discovered cat species, so Alex Jordan of Always at War steps in to bring you the headlines. This week: in New Delhi, BRICS member states issue a fractured joint statement on restraint in the Middle East (1:12); Iran strikes a U.S.-contracted vessel near the Strait of Hormuz (5:42); a cyberattack disables Texas-bound tankers (8:30); a new Pentagon report puts the Iran war's cost at $33.4 billion (9:59); the Houthis/Ansar Allah advance in Taiz and hit Saudi Arabia (14:46); Yemeni government forces strike back while the U.S. rules out direct involvement (19:00); China pushes Iran to restrain the Houthis (22:37); an Israeli strike collapses a building in Gaza City, killing at least 21 people (25:12); the U.S. approves a $2.8 billion weapons sale to Israel (27:34); Russia and Ukraine strike each other's energy infrastructure (30:57); the House passes a Russia sanctions bill named in honor of Lindsey Graham (33:37); a banking scandal roils Brazil's presidential race (37:53); and in Sweden, a left-wing bloc narrowly wins an election (41:12).     Don't forget to grab your copy of Danny's new book Imperialist Realism. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is the South African government doing enough to address the scourge of femicide? We ask the country's minister for women.Also in the programme: Russia's parliamentary election begins. The result's not in doubt - so what can we learn? A deadly mosque attack hits Friday prayers in Pakistan; and how autonomous drones are being upgraded - with whiskers.(IMAGE: Participants carry placards during a memorial run held in honour of Elizabeth Tsontso Moselakgomo, one of several women killed in a series of murders near Johannesburg, in Pretoria, South Africa, September 17, 2026 / CREDIT: Reuters / Alet Pretorius)

Imagine going into hiding to stop the woke mob from hunting you down. Imagine needing to get an attorney to fight for your right to not be slandered - just because you voted NOT to let a woman who killed her children to walk free. These are the times we're living in. A very nervous John Brennan goes on MS-SUCK to lie to whomever is still listening that he was actually trying to PROTECT Donald Trump and save democracy when he jump-started the Russia collusion hoax. Harry Enten says Trump is toast and nobody should probably ever vote republican again.  

Derek has journeyed to Bolivia seeking contact with the newly discovered cat species, so Alex Jordan of Always at War steps in to bring you the headlines. This week: in New Delhi, BRICS member states issue a fractured joint statement on restraint in the Middle East (1:12); Iran strikes a U.S.-contracted vessel near the Strait of Hormuz (5:42); a cyberattack disables Texas-bound tankers (8:30); a new Pentagon report puts the Iran war's cost at $33.4 billion (9:59); the Houthis/Ansar Allah advance in Taiz and hit Saudi Arabia (14:46); Yemeni government forces strike back while the U.S. rules out direct involvement (19:00); China pushes Iran to restrain the Houthis (22:37); an Israeli strike collapses a building in Gaza City, killing at least 21 people (25:12); the U.S. approves a $2.8 billion weapons sale to Israel (27:34); Russia and Ukraine strike each other's energy infrastructure (30:57); the House passes a Russia sanctions bill named in honor of Lindsey Graham (33:37); a banking scandal roils Brazil's presidential race (37:53); and in Sweden, a left-wing bloc narrowly wins an election (41:12).  Don't forget to grab your copy of Danny's new book Imperialist Realism.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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What connects a tapa in Spain, a New Year's salad in Russia and a beloved Venezuelan Christmas dish? In this episode of More Plants, we follow the surprising family tree of ensaladilla rusa, Olivier's Russian salad and ensalada de gallina. We explore nineteenth-century European “Russian salads,” Lucien Olivier's luxurious Moscow creation, Spain's own ensaladilla tradition and the Venezuelan version that became a festive classic. Then we bring all three into the plant-based kitchen, with practical ways to replace tuna, eggs, sausage and chicken without losing the textures and flavors that make each salad distinct. We also talk about how recipes change, how traditions evolve, and why as vegans and plant-based eaters we only do what has been happening in kitchens since kitchens existed. It's a fun and delicious episode with a little history, a few cooking lessons and tips, and a ton of inspiration to turn your potato salads a little more worldly giving these three dishes from three separate continents a try. For all the links mentioned in today's episode, click here or visit brownbleprograms.com/blog

What if the most extraordinary Gothic tale wasn't fiction at all?Born into wealth in New Orleans, Micaëla de Pontalba would endure betrayal, confinement, violence and an attempt on her life — yet somehow emerge unbroken, reshaping not only her own destiny but the city she called home.Her story moves between New Orleans and an ancestral French château, through murder, family secrets and remarkable survival — and, even after death, the ghosts surrounding Micaëla and those places refuse to disappear.This week, we step into the extraordinary true story of the Baroness de Pontalba, where documented history, Gothic darkness and the supernatural become almost impossible to separate.My Special Guests are Dr Rory O'Neill Schmitt and Dr. Rosary O'Neill:   Dr Rory O'Neill Schmitt is the author of six books exploring history, culture, art, and the enduring mysteries of place. Much of her work is rooted in New Orleans, where the past is never entirely past: its houses, streets, legends, and larger-than-life figures continue to inspire stories of hauntings and restless memory.Dr Rosary O'Neill, PHD, is a senior Fulbright drama specialist and winner of nine Fulbright awards, including five to study Edgar Degas in Paris. She has published nineteen plays with Concord Publishers (Samuel French Publishers), including Degas in New Orleans and Marilyn/God, and has published six play/screenplay anthologies, three novels and seven books. Dr O'Neill is a professor emerita at Loyola University, New Orleans, and a member of the Playwrights Division of the Actors' Studio in New York City. The founder of Southern Rep Theatre, New Orleans, she has received invitations to and sponsorships from American Embassies in England, France, Georgia, Russia and Hungary. She has been a visiting scholar at Cornell University, University of Cologne, University of Bonn, and the Irish Cultural Centre in Paris. If you value this podcast and want to enjoy more episodes please come and find us on⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/Haunted_History_Chronicles⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ to ⁠support the podcast, gain a wealth of additional exclusive podcasts, writing and other content.Links to all Haunted History Chronicles Social Media Pages, Published Materials and more:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/hauntedhistorychronicles?fbclid=IwAR15rJF2m9nJ0HTXm27HZ3QQ2Llz46E0UpdWv-zePVn9Oj9Q8rdYaZsR74I⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠NEWPodcast Shop:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.teepublic.com/user/haunted-history-chronicles⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy Me A Coffee⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/hauntedhistorychronicles⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Guest Links:Websites: http://www.rosaryoneill.com/ https://www.rorystoryandscreen.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ASIF-xhxB34 Links to Books:https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Rory-ONeill-Schmitt-PhD/author/B0H12BW2GN?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1788528634&sr=1-1&shoppingPortalEnabled=trueThose interested in purchasing a signed copy of The Blood of the Baroness may contact either of these bookstores:The Garden District Book Shop2727 Prytania Street, Suite 8New Orleans, LA 70130Phone: 504-895-2266Email: team@gardendistrictbookshop.comWebsite: https://www.gardendistrictbookshop.com/The Poisoned Pen Bookstore4014 N. Goldwater Boulevard, Suite 101Scottsdale, AZ 85251Phone: 480-947-2974Toll-free: 888-560-9919Email: sales@poisonedpen.comWebsite: https://poisonedpen.com/Social Pages: https://www.instagram.com/roryschmittauthor/ https://www.facebook.com/roryschmitthttps://www.tiktok.com/@roryschmittauthor?_r=1&_t=ZP-96rfotn9Smd 

00:00 Intro01:11 China Targeted Over U.S. Sanctions on Russia, Iran02:33 House Bill Requires Data Centers to Pay for Electricity Spikes03:34 OpenAI Found More Instances of Deceptive Models04:11 China's Spy Chief Warns AI Is a Threat to Party Rule06:34 What's Behind Beijing's AI Warning?08:44 U.S. Must Recognize China Is at War With Us10:17 Huawei Staff Allegedly Took Photos of T-Mobile Robot11:48 Former U.S. Soldier Pleads Guilty in China Spy Case12:20 F-35 Sale Raises Concerns Over Saudi-China Ties13:44 House Hearing Probes CCP, North Korean Repression16:47 Jimmy Lai's Son Appeals to Xi for Father's Freedom19:38 Carney: Canada Will Decide Its Own Partnerships20:48 Trump Threatens EU With Tariffs Over Canada Association21:42 Taiwan Plans Rare Philippines Visit Amid China Tensions

The space race is on, but not as we've known it. Instead of a man on the moon, nations are jostling for who can plant weapons on the moon. In a major development this week, the US has announced that it has deployed a weapon to outer space – the first country to do so. But are other nations, like China and Russia, far behind?This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestoryGuest: Larisa Brown, defence editor, The Times.Host: Rosie Wright.Producers: Eleanor Harrison-Dengate, Robyn Simon, Micaela Arneson.We want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.com.Read more: US confirms weapons in space, prompting warning from China Clips: Air and Space Forces AssociationPhoto: Getty Images.This podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Russia is holding parliamentary elections with little doubt about the outcome: the pro-Kremlin United Russia party is expected to retain its dominance. But with the vote taking place more than four years into the war in Ukraine, the election carries symbolic importance for President Vladimir Putin. Analysts say the Kremlin will use the result to demonstrate public support for the government and its military campaign, even as economic pressures, Ukrainian strikes inside Russia and signs of growing war fatigue test public sentiment. The podcast examines how the election is being managed, why anti-war voices have largely been excluded from the ballot, and what turnout, margins of victory and voter coercion may reveal about the state of Russian socie - Трёхдневное голосование на выборах в российский парламент началось, и правящая партия «Единая Россия», поддерживающая президента Владимира Путина, практически гарантированно сохранит власть. Президент представляет эти выборы как показатель уровня поддержки его войны в Украине, при этом большинству антивоенных кандидатов было запрещено участвовать в голосовании.Больше историй, интервью и новостей от SBS Russian доступно здесь.Слушайте программу на русском языке SBS по понедельникам, четвергам и субботам в 12 часов дня.Читайте нас в Facebook и Instagram и подпишитесь на наши подкасты по этой ссылке.

Former Congressman and U.S. Ambassador to the Holy See Francis Rooney joined Ken Peel on Wake Up Tri-County to discuss U.S. foreign policy, NATO, Ukraine, tariffs, China, Iran, Venezuela, and the Vatican. Rooney criticized the Trump administration's approach to global alliances, saying it has strained relations with Europe and raised questions about NATO's future. On Ukraine, he said Europe must show long-term resolve if it hopes to pressure Russia toward a settlement. Rooney also questioned the effectiveness of tariffs and called diplomacy essential in Iran and other hot spots. He also praised Pope Leo's leadership experience and outlook for the Vatican.

We have a lighter weeknd of fights but there is a prominent WBC interim title doubleheader in San Diego and we've got lots and lots of fight news to go over on the newest "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives returns with insider Dan Rafael with their insight and takesFirst, a preview of Saturday's PBC card on DAZN at Pechanga Arena in San Diego(First non PPV PBC card with DAZN)Isaac “Pitbull” Cruz vs. Nestor Bravo, 12 rounds, for Cruz's WBC interim junior welterweight title. Pitbull is seemingly always in entertaining fights. Will Bravo give him a challenge?In the co feature- Jesus Ramos Jr. vs. Meiirim Nursultanov, 12 rounds, for Ramos's WBC interim middleweight title. Ramos looking for bigger things in the division. Plus, Daniel Blancas vs. Sergio Jimenez, 8 or 10 rounds, super middleweights and, Marco Verde vs. Guillermo Hernandez, 8 rounds, middleweights Then, some fight newsRyan Garcia says he wants to do a rematch with Gervonta Davis... What are we doing here?! Dan has more and T.J. tries not to lose his mind on this scenario. Per Dan's reporting, the date Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury has been narrowed down to December 11th. Organizers are working city officials in Cardiff, Wales, to get necessary permits in place to stage the event at Principality Stadium. Next, as expected, WBC strips Noel Mikaelian and elevates Michal Cieslak from interim to full and lays out the path to David Benavidez-Jai Opetaia More Dan reporting, WBC interim junior middleweight titlist Vergil Ortiz Jr.'s return could come on the potential Dec. 12 card that would be headlined by a Benavidez-Cieslak three-belt cruiserweight unification fight in the works. On Wednesday, Queensberry outbid Top Rank to win rights to promoter WBO super middleweight titlist Hamzah Sheeraz's mandatory defense against former unified middleweight titlist Janibek Alimkhanuly. Wait until why Queensberry had a quirky amount that they bid!  Dan is also reporting that a deal in place for Top Rank heavyweight Bakhodir Jalolov to fight Queensberry's Solomon Dacres in the co-feature of the rematch between WBO heavyweight titlist Daniel Dubois and former titleholder Fabio Wardley on October 17th at The O2 Arena in London. And, finally, even more Dan reporting, former IBF junior middleweight titlist Bakhram Murtazaliev will return to action on the Dmitry Bivol-Callum Smith card on December 12 in Ekatirinburg, Russia.It's all part of the "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.! 

Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen react to Macklemore being removed from Ed Sheeran's tour following his “Free Palestine” statement during a stadium performance.The Fighter and The Kid debate whether Macklemore hijacked Ed Sheeran's platform, why Robert Kraft and other stadium owners reportedly objected to his involvement, and whether Ed was unfairly forced into an impossible political and financial decision. They also discuss the workers, performers and fans affected when one guest turns an enormous concert tour into a political controversy.Before that, Brendan shares an unbelievably awkward story about a high-end steakhouse refusing to serve his dinner guest a well-done filet. The guys revisit the classic TFATK “Surf and Turf” confrontation, discuss their old studio days, praise All the Smoke and Bussin' With the Boys, and react to the heartbreaking story of NFL legend Joe Thomas realizing the Cleveland Browns would never win.Plus: refusing a trip to Russia, Prince Harry, expensive California diesel, Kash Patel's bizarre FBI hearing, a Fashion Week protester and more.Subscribe for new episodes of The Fighter and The Kid with Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen.Quo - Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://www.quo.com/FIGTHERDraftKings - One app. Every sport. All 50 states. New DraftKings customers, sign up with code FIGHTER spend five bucks to get two hundred in rewards within 21 days - includes all markets. That's code FIGHTER.O'Reilly - Stop by O'Reilly Auto Parts today or visit us at https://oreillyauto.com/FIGHTER that's oreillyauto.com/FIGHTERSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, Scott sat down with his colleagues Lawfare Senior Editors Kevin Frazier and Roger Parloff, and Lawfare Contributing Editor and Vice President of Research, Security and Defense at the Chicago Council on Global Affairs Ariane Tabatabai, to talk through the week's big national security news stories, including:“P(doom) and Gloom.” Last week, a wonky corner of the tech world became national news when Jacob Coxon, a 27-year-old pretraining researcher, resigned from Anthropic and posted a viral thread accusing his employer and its rival OpenAI of racing toward self-improving superintelligence and “gambling with our lives.” His warning was quickly amplified by current Anthropic staff—and, days later, by CEO Dario Amodei himself, who published a lengthy essay urging the industry to slow down, drawing rare public agreement from Sam Altman and Elon Musk, a slide in AI stocks, and fresh calls for regulation in Washington. Is this the moment AI-safety fears finally broke into the mainstream? And should the rest of us be as worried as the people building these systems say they are?“Trains, Planes, and Provocations.” Tensions along NATO's eastern flank are spiking over an increasing number of Russian provocations in and near NATO territory relating to the Ukraine conflict. Recent examples have included an explosives-laden drone at a German airport, another drone shot down in Lithuanian airspace, and repeated incursions into Poland and Romania related to border and port facilities adjacent to Ukraine. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte pledged to bolster the alliance's defenses and insisted the West won't be “scared” off of supporting Kyiv, even as Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk warned that the coming months could bring intensified Russian action and possible spillover onto NATO soil. Is this a deliberate campaign by Russia to test and divide the alliance? And how much escalation risk does it actually carry?“Seeking the Plane Truth.” On September 29, the full D.C. Circuit will hear en banc arguments in what may be one of the most consequential rule-of-law fights of Trump's second term: whether Chief Judge James Boasberg may investigate who in the administration defied his March 2025 order to turn around planes carrying Venezuelan men to El Salvador's CECOT prison under the Alien Enemies Act. While Boasberg found probable cause for criminal contempt, panels dominated by Trump appointees have twice blocked him from doing so—with the Justice Department, whose own senior officials are reportedly implicated in some of the relevant discussions, arguing that all a judge may do is refer the matter to the Department itself to decide whether to investigate and prosecute. What is really at stake when the branch accused of contempt gets to decide whether anyone is charged? And how is the full court likely to rule?In object lessons, Kevin is putting the “community” in community college with high praise for the AI Literacy initiative in Alabama. Roger seams to think that the Bayeux Tapestry at the British Museum in London is knot your average exhibit. Scott finds weekend mornings watching Hilda with his kids to be a magical, enchanted adventure. And Ari is decidedly not in the Middle of Nowhere with her love for the new Kacey Musgraves album. To receive ad-free podcasts, become a Lawfare Material Supporter at www.patreon.com/lawfare. You can also support Lawfare by making a one-time donation at https://givebutter.com/lawfare-institute.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Donald Trump is shutting down the Kennedy Center because he can't put his name on it. The Center, of course, being a memorial to a slain US president, not just an arts center. He wants “Donald J. Trump” there to steal glory, because he's not getting it on his own. Meanwhile, the Republicans in Congress are silent about his flagrant narcissistic transgressions. Norm Ornstein and David Rothkopf are back to discuss the lunacy surrounding the Kennedy Center, Trump's obsession with his legacy, and the Trump family's mafia-esque connections with criminals at home, in Russia, and elsewhere. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on The McCarthy Report, Andy and Rich discuss the recent Russian assassination plot indictments, the Trump family's connections to a Russian oligarch, and much more. Sponsors: The Institute for Governance and Civic at Florida State University This podcast was edited and produced by Lauren Elizabeth Veldhuizen. This podcast was edited and produced by Sarah Colleen Schutte. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week, Scott sat down with his colleagues Lawfare Senior Editors Kevin Frazier and Roger Parloff, and Lawfare Contributing Editor and Vice President of Research, Security and Defense at the Chicago Council on Global Affairs Ariane Tabatabai, to talk through the week's big national security news stories, including:“P(doom) and Gloom.” Last week, a wonky corner of the tech world became national news when Jacob Coxon, a 27-year-old pretraining researcher, resigned from Anthropic and posted a viral thread accusing his employer and its rival OpenAI of racing toward self-improving superintelligence and “gambling with our lives.” His warning was quickly amplified by current Anthropic staff—and, days later, by CEO Dario Amodei himself, who published a lengthy essay urging the industry to slow down, drawing rare public agreement from Sam Altman and Elon Musk, a slide in AI stocks, and fresh calls for regulation in Washington. Is this the moment AI-safety fears finally broke into the mainstream? And should the rest of us be as worried as the people building these systems say they are?“Trains, Planes, and Provocations.” Tensions along NATO's eastern flank are spiking over an increasing number of Russian provocations in and near NATO territory relating to the Ukraine conflict. Recent examples have included an explosives-laden drone at a German airport, another drone shot down in Lithuanian airspace, and repeated incursions into Poland and Romania related to border and port facilities adjacent to Ukraine. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte pledged to bolster the alliance's defenses and insisted the West won't be “scared” off of supporting Kyiv, even as Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk warned that the coming months could bring intensified Russian action and possible spillover onto NATO soil. Is this a deliberate campaign by Russia to test and divide the alliance? And how much escalation risk does it actually carry?“Seeking the Plane Truth.” On September 29, the full D.C. Circuit will hear en banc arguments in what may be one of the most consequential rule-of-law fights of Trump's second term: whether Chief Judge James Boasberg may investigate who in the administration defied his March 2025 order to turn around planes carrying Venezuelan men to El Salvador's CECOT prison under the Alien Enemies Act. While Boasberg found probable cause for criminal contempt, panels dominated by Trump appointees have twice blocked him from doing so—with the Justice Department, whose own senior officials are reportedly implicated in some of the relevant discussions, arguing that all a judge may do is refer the matter to the Department itself to decide whether to investigate and prosecute. What is really at stake when the branch accused of contempt gets to decide whether anyone is charged? And how is the full court likely to rule?In object lessons, Kevin is putting the “community” in community college with high praise for the AI Literacy initiative in Alabama. Roger seams to think that the Bayeux Tapestry at the British Museum in London is knot your average exhibit. Scott finds weekend mornings watching Hilda with his kids to be a magical, enchanted adventure. And Ari is decidedly not in the Middle of Nowhere with her love for the new Kacey Musgraves album. To receive ad-free podcasts, become a Lawfare Material Supporter at www.patreon.com/lawfare. You can also support Lawfare by making a one-time donation at https://givebutter.com/lawfare-institute. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The PDB Afternoon Bulletin:• Iran's effort to bypass the U.S. blockade is running into major problems, with thousands of trucks stranded at border crossings and the cost of moving goods into the country soaring.• A CNN investigation finds Russian satellites may have helped Iran improve its targeting before one of the most damaging strikes on American military assets during the Iran war.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com.Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybriefNobl Travel: NOBL gives you real travel peace of mind — security, design, and convenience all in one. Head to https://NOBLTravel.com for 46% off your entire order! #NOBL #adMars Men: For a limited time, our listeners get 50% off FOR LIFE, Free Shipping, AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men at https://Mengotomars.com Cardiff: Get fast business funding without bank delays—apply in minutes with Cardiff and access up to $500,000 in same‑day funding at https://Cardiff.co/PDB

Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this episode of The Wright Report, Bryan breaks down the Fed's first interest rate hike in three years, President Trump's furious response, and why gas and diesel prices are spiking even as American consumers keep spending like nothing is wrong. Bryan covers a blockbuster report that Russia, not just China, has been feeding satellite intelligence to Iran to help kill and injure US troops, a massive new US weapons sale to Israel, and a brewing White House scandal over a Russian oligarch's lavish wedding gift to Donald Trump Jr. Plus, Bryan covers a bizarre new Google DeepMind study on why AI agents cheat, tattle, and turn on each other, along with a major new HHS initiative to map the causes of autism and a fascinating mouse study suggesting why the condition strikes boys far more than girls. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32   Keywords: Wright Report, Bryan Dean Wright, Federal Reserve, interest rates, Trump, inflation, gas prices, diesel prices, Russia, China, satellite intelligence, Iran, Israel weapons deal, Donald Trump Jr, Russian oligarch, Google DeepMind, AI reward hacking, HHS, autism, Cold Spring Harbor

Today's Headlines: The EU is floating the idea of Canada becoming its first-ever associate member in response to Trump's trade war — which would be a historic geopolitical realignment — and separately proposed banning children under 13 from social media entirely across member states, with 13-15 year olds getting supervised mini accounts with one hour daily limits, Europe is actually doing the things we keep talking about doing. Back in the states, the Fed raised interest rates by a quarter point for the first time since 2023. As usual, markets fell, and Trump responded by demanding rates drop to 1% or less because "our country is booming," which is one way to describe $6 diesel and a $38 billion war. Congress had an unusually productive day: the House passed expanded Russia sanctions, voted to hold Leon Black in contempt for suing the committee that subpoenaed him rather than testifying about his Epstein ties, and the Senate blocked the crypto industry's self-written Clarity Act 50-49 — six votes short of passing — given the president's own ability to profit from crypto made it a tough sell even for some Republicans. Mitch McConnell returned for day two and nearly voted the wrong way on the farm bill before aides redirected him, which is either reassuring or alarming depending on how you look at it, but the bill passed and that's something. And Trump campaigned in North Carolina for Republican senate candidate Michael Whatley and told the crowd he would withhold FEMA disaster funding if Whatley loses, which is textbook extortion. Resources/Articles mentioned: Axios: EU chief floats associate membership for Canada after U.S. trade attacks Wired: The EU Plans to Ban Social Media for Under-13s CNBC: Fed approves interest rate hike, signals one more to come this year   Axios: House passes Russia sanctions bill PBS: House votes to hold billionaire Leon Black in contempt of Congress over Epstein investigation NYT: Senate Votes to Block Crypto Bill in Major Blow to the Industry The Hill: Senate panel advances farm bill following McConnell's return Trump tries to salvage 'tough' North Carolina Senate race for GOP Subscribe to the Betches News Room and join the Morning Announcements group chat. Go to: betchesnews.substack.com Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are some big moves happening in the gold market. Last week, the Central Bank of the Netherlands confirmed that they moved 86 tons of gold out of North America—moving it to London. Earlier this year France did something similar, removing all of their gold reserves from the U.S.—in favor of keeping them at home.Germany did the same as well a few years ago. Their central bank moved the 111 tons of gold that they had in New York, and they brought it home to be kept in Germany.All this is atop record-breaking gold buying from the central banks across the world: including China, Russia, India, Poland, Uzbekistan, Hungary, Kazakhstan, and a long tail of central banks in smaller countries buying up the precious metal.And so, in order to get an idea of what's happening in the market, I got a chance to speak with Machi Block from American Hartford Gold to get a peek at the market from someone who has a finger on the pulse of the industry. Views expressed in this video are opinions of the host and guest, and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Epoch Times.

Donald Trump is shutting down the Kennedy Center because he can't put his name on it. Why? He wants “Donald J. Trump” on the building to steal presidential glory because he's not getting it on his own. Meanwhile, the Republicans in Congress are silent about his flagrant narcissistic transgressions. Norm Ornstein and David Rothkopf are back to discuss the lunacy surrounding the Kennedy Center, Trump's obsession with his legacy, and the Trump family's mafia-esque connections with criminals at home, in Russia, and elsewhere. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Day 1,663.Today, we hear reaction to the US Congress approving a bipartisan bill which could see significant sanctions against Russia enshrined into US law, with the potential of 100% tariffs against countries purchasing energy from Moscow. Then we bring you reports of airspace being closed over Poland, and the latest developments of the Ukrainian counteroffensive around Lyman. Later, Francis speaks to one of the UN team documenting Russian forces' appalling sexual violence against Ukrainians, and leading the push for accountability for these war crimes.Contributors:Francis Dearnley (Host on Ukraine: The Latest). @FrancisDearnley on X.Sophie O'Sullivan (Telegraph Journalist).With thanks to Commissioner Vrinda Grover of the UN's Ukraine Commission of Inquiry.Senior Producer: Lilian FawcettVideo Producer: Sophie O'SullivanSocial Producer: Tom SteedStudio Director: Meghan SearleExecutive Editor: Francis DearnleyCreated by David KnowlesNOW IN FULL VIDEO WITH MAPS & BATTLEFIELD FOOTAGE:Every episode is now available on our YouTube channel shortly after the release of the audio version. You will find it here: https://www.youtube.com/@UkraineTheLatest CONTENT REFERENCED:The Graham sanctions act is a chance to punish Putin. Here's what the White House should do next. (Daniel Fried for the Atlantic Council)https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/dispatches/the-graham-sanctions-act-is-a-chance-to-punish-putin-heres-what-the-white-house-should-do-next/ Russians Prepare to Vote in Parliamentary Elections With Little Hope for Change (New York Times)https://www.nytimes.com/video/world/europe/100000011153874/russia-parliamentary-elections.html Summary factsheet of UN Ukraine Inquiry's main findings on sexual violence:https://www.ohchr.org/sites/default/files/documents/hrbodies/hrcouncil/coiukraine/iicoiu-sgbv-may2026-en.pdf Call for submissions by the UN Independent International Commission of Inquiry on Ukraine:https://www.ohchr.org/en/hr-bodies/hrc/iicihr-ukraine/call-for-submission Papers featuring testimony of sexual violence in war:August ‘23 – https://www.ohchr.org/sites/default/files/2023-08/A_HRC_52_CRP.4_En%20%28003%29.pdfMarch ‘24 – https://undocs.org/en/A/HRC/55/66 October ‘24 – https://docs.un.org/en/A/79/549 March ‘25 – https://docs.un.org/en/A/HRC/58/67 Germany to send fighter jets to Latvia during election amid drone threat (Politico)https://www.politico.eu/article/germany-to-send-fighter-jets-to-latvia-during-election-amid-drone-threat/Russia stages early voting in occupied Ukraine ahead of national election (Euronews)https://www.euronews.com/video/2026/09/15/russia-stages-early-voting-in-occupied-ukraine-ahead-of-national-electionPutin weaponizing migration to destabilize Europe, Kyiv says (Kyiv Independent)https://kyivindependent.com/putin-weaponizing-migration-to-destabilize-europe-kyiv-says/Global hunger is a threat to Britain's national security, report says (The Telegraph)https://www.telegraph.co.uk/global-health/climate-and-people/global-hunger-is-a-threat-to-britains-national-security/Russia plans new prison complex in occupied Kherson Oblast among wider prison expansion (Kyiv Independent)https://kyivindependent.com/russia-plans-new-prison-complex-in-occupied-kherson-oblast-among-wider-prison-expansion/If you're interested in sponsoring Dom's upcoming defence event, email our colleagues at events@telegraph.co.ukEMAIL US:Contact the team on ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk. We continue to read every message, and seek to respond to as many as possible.HIGHLIGHTS:'We'll throttle your war machine': US lawmakers pass major Russia sanctions billUkraine targets Russian oil refinery and aircraft, igniting huge blaze Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Russia is quietly feeding Iran the intelligence it needs to kill American service members, the munitions stockpile the administration swears is full is demonstrably empty, and the sailors on the USS Lincoln haven't seen their commander in chief set foot on the deck. Meanwhile the president's son is accepting gifts from a foreign "close friend," the attorney general is running interference instead of investigations, and the Iran war is now polling worse than the data centers inside MAGA itself. This is a media blitz episode — Paul Rieckhoff stitching together the sharpest moments from four national cable hits in eight hours into one no-BS conversation about what's actually breaking in America right now. From the Pentagon to the Fed, from Cash Patel to Lane Kiffin, Paul draws the line between war profiteering and college football's booster-collective gold rush — and asks the same question of both: who's protecting the workers, the players, the troops? He lays out why the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs may be the last adult in the room, why 25 years of war have hollowed out recruiting and retention, and why the populist streak in this country is ready to snap over rich men partying in the Bahamas while working-class kids get shipped to the Middle East. Independent, veteran-led, and unafraid to name names on both sides of the rigged two-party system. -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 $25 when you trade $25. -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.

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Discussing Canada's fast-moving "investment summit" and what they see as the potential sell-off of Canadian infrastructure, airports, and public assets. They connect the story to a larger struggle involving Trump, Carney, the EU, China, and the broader battle between national sovereignty and globalist power blocs. They also discuss the AI doomerism debate, arguing that fear around AI may be part of a wider political and industrial conflict. Later, the conversation turns to City of London theories, European history, Trump's ancestry, and the possibility of funding a proposed $5,000 dividend through sovereign wealth and U.S. assets. Key topics Canada's "garage sale" and the possibility of foreign investors purchasing major infrastructure and airports. Mark Carney's role, the speed of the investment summit, and the lack of public opposition. Trump's tariffs, trade imbalances, and claims that Canada has treated American workers unfairly. 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By some measures, there is more war in the world today than at any point since World War II. Today's wars have brought a level of destruction, disruption, and global risk that would have been hard to imagine not long ago, often in places where such combat seemed a thing of the past. Policymakers once again worry about nuclear use, and military planners once again contemplate war between great powers, including the United States and China, and NATO and Russia. And all of this comes as the Trump administration dismantles key pieces of the international system and technology scrambles expectations about how wars start, unfold, and end.  No one has left a greater mark on our understanding of wars past and present than Lawrence Freedman. Freedman has written a slew of definitive books on military strategy and history, and he has offered some of the most penetrating analysis of Iran, Ukraine, and more, in Foreign Affairs and elsewhere. He is emeritus professor of war studies at King's College London.   Dan Kurtz-Phelan spoke with Freedman on Monday, September 14, about the course of today's conflicts; about what is and is not changing in the nature of war; and about why policymakers, military officers, and strategists so often start wars based on bad assumptions—and how those bad assumptions explain some of the biggest calamities in global security today.  You can find sources, transcripts, and more episodes of The Foreign Affairs Interview at https://www.foreignaffairs.com/podcasts/foreign-affairs-interview.

DW's investigation into disposable agents and why Russia won't let some of its own soldiers find rest. Then: could Berlin soon be governed by The Left? As well as Turkey's crackdown against the LGBTQ+ community—and more.

Day Break | The Cost of Power: Fuel, the Fed & Washington --- 00:00 - Monologue 19:12 – Jim Gilmore, former U.S. Ambassador to the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, former Governor of Virginia, and former Chairman of the Republican National Committee. Gilmore discusses the current state of polling and the political landscape heading into the upcoming elections, including the challenges facing both parties. He also examines the economy, fuel prices, U.S. policy toward Iran and Russia, and the debate surrounding additional sanctions on Russia. 28:14 – David A. Kallman, Senior Partner with Kallman Legal Group. In The Kallman Legal Report, Kallman discusses a Massachusetts custody dispute involving parents who allege that their daughter's school facilitated a gender transition without their consent. He examines the parents' legal challenge and the broader questions involving parental rights, schools, and state authority. 38:27 - Monologue Featuring Ivey Gruber 57:35 – Gabriel R. Llanes, President of Vae Victis Strategies and a 17-year veteran of Republican politics. Llanes discusses current polling, the upcoming elections, the economy, and the political messaging coming from both parties. He also addresses the widening wealth gap and his argument that federal economic and monetary policies have contributed to disparities in wealth. 1:06:33 – Chris Martz, meteorologist and Science Policy Analyst for CFACT. Martz examines prominent climate-related claims in the media and compares them with available weather and climate data. He discusses how extreme-weather trends are measured and why disagreements persist over how climate statistics are presented to the public. 1:16:50 - Monologue 1:25:51 – Dr. Robert Malone, physician, scientist, author, and longtime farmer. Dr. Malone discusses his new book, Homesteading for Health: One Farm Family's Guide to Food, Land, and Self-Sufficiency. He explores lessons from his family's experience with farming, food production, land stewardship, and becoming more self-sufficient. 1:36:00 – Tim Golding, Michigan State Director for Americans for Prosperity. Golding discusses gasoline prices, Michigan polling, the U.S. Senate contest involving Mike Rogers, and economic issues shaping political debate in the state. He also addresses Michigan's repeal of right-to-work and the state's 4.25% individual income-tax rate; Michigan Treasury confirms that 4.25% remains the rate for tax year 2026. 1:44:42 – Ivey Gruber, President of the Michigan Talk Network. Gruber joins Steve for a wide-ranging conversation about reports concerning U.S. military capabilities in space and America's role in conflicts abroad, including the war involving Iran. They also turn to history and literature with the discovery of a piece of an early Odyssey manuscript held in a Netherlands library. --- Check out our brand new podcast, 'Forgotten America'... Episode 24 is live NOW at Steve Gruber on YouTube! Link below: https://youtu.be/UrGZQdE62jA    

More To The Story: The 2016 election that put Donald Trump in the White House the first time was defined in many ways by the role of America's longtime adversary Russia. Over the years, multiple investigations have concluded that Russia meddled in the election to boost Trump over Hillary Clinton and create political discord among voters. Trump, meanwhile, has repeatedly called the Russia investigations a “hoax.” As the 2026 midterms approach, experts warn that Russia could interfere in US elections once again. Because as Mother Jones Washington bureau chief David Corn lays out in his new book, How Russia Won: Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin, and the Fight for America, Russia has been waging a continuous campaign against the US. On this week's More To The Story, Corn talks about Russian President Vladimir Putin's “twilight war” against the US and Western democracies, argues that the infamous Steele dossier ultimately helped Trump, and examines how the Trump White House has dismantled government agencies tasked with finding and fending off Russian disinformation campaigns.Producer: Josh Sanburn | Editor: Kara McGuirk-Allison | Theme music: Fernando Arruda and Jim Briggs | Copy editor: Nikki Frick | Digital producer: Artis Curiskis | Deputy executive producer: Taki Telonidis | Executive producer: Brett Myers | Executive editor: James West | Host: Al LetsonListen: Trump's Impulsive Foreign Policy Is Tearing Apart the Global Order (More To The Story)Read: Why Is Trump's DOJ Still Helping the Russian-Linked Liar Who Smeared Biden? (Mother Jones)Read: How Russia Won: Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin, and the Fight for America (Harper) Donate today at Revealnews.org/more Subscribe to our weekly newsletter at Revealnews.org/weekly Follow us on Instagram and Bluesky Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

September 15, 2026, 5pm; In both the first and second Trump terms, Kushner has largely stayed away from the cameras, despite playing an outsized role in our nation's foreign policy. For more from Nicolle, follow and download her podcast, “The Best People with Nicolle Wallace,” wherever you get your podcasts.To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Joining Gaslit Nation this week, Jack Cocchiarella—the Gen Z political commentator, host of The Jack Cocchiarella Show, and future ambassador to Italy under the most progressive White House the world has ever seen—argues that despair, not ideology, is the true driving force behind America's Gen Z vs. nihilism crisis. Andrea and Jack discuss the radicalization of young men who feel they lack a sense of belonging or purpose; the ways New York City Council Member Zohran Mamdani—whom Jack interviewed early in his campaign when he had no chance of winning—embodies the ideal role model for Gen Z men today; the weird and creepy love affair between MAGA cultist Natalie Harp and convicted felon/cult leader Donald Trump; how the Democrats can start being ruthless and stop playing by the book when the book is on fire; why cryptocurrency lobbyists in Congress are the "controlled opposition"; Trump's plan to hole up in a ballroom-bunker to escape the people whose lives he's destroying; and the progressive case for supporting Ukraine against fascist Russia. To listen to the full episode, support Gaslit Nation on Patreon and Substack by joining our community of listeners. We are funded entirely by you, not Larry Ellison, which empowers us to say what needs to be said. Discounted annual memberships are available, and on Patreon, you can give the gift of membership. Thank you to everyone who supports the show. We could not make Gaslit Nation with you. Calling all anti-fascist patriots and democracy defenders: send a powerful message to the media and publishing world by pre-ordering Andrea's new book, A Reasonable Guide for Unreasonable Women: 20 Steps to Find Your Purpose and Power in a World on Fire. It will help you build a dream project from the ground up, while helping create a better world. A Reasonable Guide for Unreasonable Women is Steve Bannon's worst nightmare—so grab your copy. Pre-order the book and forward your receipt to GaslitNation@gmail.com to receive a special gift and a signed bookplate to stick inside the book. Show Notes: The Jack Cocchiarella Show notes: https://jackcocchiarellashow.com/ Jack Cocchiarella on winning the "vibe war" https://www.americanprogressaction.org/article/jack-cocchiarella-on-winning-the-vibe-war/ Jon Ossoff's 'travel with Natalie' shows how candidates win attention in a culture of clips https://www.cnn.com/2026/08/19/media/jon-ossoff-natalie-harp-viral-clips Trump's ballroom costs are rising. What we know about the secret underground bunker https://www.axios.com/2026/08/12/trumps-ballroom-costs-are-rising-what-we-know-about-the-secret-underground-bunker Trump wants to build an expanded bunker under the White House. A historian weighs in https://www.npr.org/2026/08/17/nx-s1-5931758/trump-wants-to-build-an-expanded-bunker-under-the-white-house-a-historian-weighs-in U.S. War in Iran Leaves Ukraine's Air Defense in Limbo https://foreignpolicy.com/2026/05/04/us-iran-war-ukraine-patriot-missiles-air-defense-purl/ The soaring demand for Patriot missiles, from the Middle East to Ukraine https://www.npr.org/2026/08/04/g-s1-137287/us-patriot-missiles-ukraine-middle-east-iran-war Mayor Mamdani's First Parents' Night Out Gives NYC Moms And Dads From Harlem To Flatbush A Night Off https://www.harlemworldmagazine.com/mayor-mamdanis-first-parents-night-out-gives-nyc-moms-and-dads-from-harlem-to-flatbush-a-night-off/ Mayor Mamdani Advances New York City's First Free Child Care Program Pilot for Municipal Workers: https://www.nyc.gov/mayors-office/news/2026/03/mayor-mamdani-advances-new-york-city-s-first-free-child-care-pro Kyrsten Sinema Is The Latest Addition To Crypto's Sellout Dream Team. Who Will Be Next? https://therevolvingdoorproject.org/lobbying-draft-class-of-2025/ Sports betting is part of Gen Z's financial strategy, survey finds https://www.newsnationnow.com/business/your-money/sports-betting-gen-z-survey/ Want a plan to bash the patriarchy? Live your most creative life and help build a better world with Andrea's new book A Reasonable Guide for Unreasonable Women: 20 Steps to Find Your Purpose and Power in a World on Fire: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/807202/a-reasonable-guide-for-unreasonable-women-by-andrea-chalupa/   EVENTS AT GASLIT NATION: Gaslit Nation Salons take place Mondays 4pm ET over Zoom and are recorded and shared on Patreon.com/Gaslit and GaslitNation.Substack.com for our community New! There's now a California Signal Group for Gaslit Nation listeners to find each other and connect in that state. Join on Patreon or Substack! The Gaslit Nation Outreach Committee discusses how to talk to the MAGA cult: Join on Patreon or Substack! 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A.M. Edition for Sept. 16. The EU top's executive proposes making Canada the bloc's first associate member as traditional U.S. allies forge stronger ties in the face of tensions with the Trump administration. Plus, WSJ correspondent Jared Malsin details how the U.S. is burning through its interceptors to counter Iran. And, we tee up one of the most consequential Fed rate decisions in recent memory. Luke Vargas 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.

1943 WAR EMERGENCY PIPELINECONTENTS THE JOHN BATCHELOR SHOW 9-16Global Diesel Shortage Spans Multiple ContinentsMichael Bernstam explains Ukrainian drone strikes against Russian refineries impact domestic Russian consumption rather than global markets because Moscow previously banned refined petroleum exports. The worldwide diesel crisis stems from losing 2.5 million barrels daily due to Middle Eastern supply disruptions, Strait of Hormuz closures, and pipeline attacks. With global refineries running at 96% to 98% capacity, facilities face severe quality mismatch issues because domestic shale crude yields less diesel than heavy Middle Eastern imports. Meanwhile, overall Russian oil production dropped by 1.5 million barrels per day. New United States congressional legislation permits potential 100% tariffs on purchasing nations. (1)America Deploys Operational Space Control WeaponsRick Fisher reports Air Force officials publicly confirmed that the United States deployed operational space control weapons capable of protecting joint military forces. A French Space Agency graphic recently detailed orbital assets operated by America, Russia, and China, including telemetry jamming, proximity operations, and kinetic collision satellites. These classified capabilities were maintained secretly across multiple congressional administrations to prevent a dangerous space arms race. Strategic tensions surrounding Iran or potential Russian aggression in Europe likely prompted this public disclosure. Importantly, these conventional defense systems fully comply with established Outer Space Treaty terms because the agreement exclusively bans nuclear weapons. (2)Canada Seeks EU Integration Amid RealignmentCharles Burton reports Canada is rapidly reorienting its economic and defense relationships away from dependency on the United States. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed opening associate membership to Canada, creating a unique alliance covering defense, trade, and personnel movement. Supported by former Prime Minister Stephen Harper, Canadian leaders are promoting infrastructure initiatives to redirect trade flows while granting Europeaccess to critical minerals. Polling indicates that over 70% of Canadians identify with European values, whereas USsympathy dropped to 16% due to trade unpredictability. Canada also quietly strengthened strategic military defense ties with China regarding security. (3)Hellscape Defense Strategy Deters Taiwan InvasionRebecca Grant reports the United States Indo-Pacific Command developed an offensive tactical framework named Hellscape to counter potential Chinese invasions of Taiwan. Designed by Admiral Samuel Paparo, Hellscape deploys swarms of cheap drones, loitering munitions like Damocles, and unmanned vehicles to confuse attacking Chinese forces. This strategy draws upon lessons from Ukrainian drone warfare to disrupt enemy spectrum operations and clear pathways for heavy precision weapons. Regional allies including Japan, Australia, and the Philippines are integrating into this defense architecture. To ensure deterrence succeeds, Taiwan must receive delayed military shipments of advanced electronic warfare systems for its fighter jets without delay. (4)Diplomatic Strains Impact Global Western AlliancesMary Kissel notes global polls indicate declining trust in American leadership as both the United States and China are perceived as international threats. Friction over tariffs and rhetoric pushed Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to pursue European Union associate membership and deeper ties with Beijing. In Ukraine, American requests asking Kyivto spare Russian oil refineries reflect a flawed moral equivalency that undermines deterrence against aggression. Meanwhile, escalating Middle Eastern instability and Houthi chokeholds along Red Sea shipping lanes threaten Saudienergy security, risking a shift where Gulf allies seek Chinese security partnerships if Washington fails to provide reliable military backing today. (5)Addressing Transnational Repression Before Summit MeetingPiero Tozzi, co-host Gordon Chang: Ahead of Chinese President Xi Jinping's summit in Washington, Tozzi urges increased protections against Beijing's transnational repression targeting dissidents, Tibetans, and Uyghurs on American soil. China operates clandestine police stations in cities like New York and Boston while using its United Frontapparatus to suppress peaceful protest movements. Grounded in a legalist Leninist governance ideology that demands complete cognitive control, Beijing recently enacted an ethnic unity law requiring families to teach love for the Communist Party. United States foreign policy must prioritize releasing prominent political prisoners, including Hong Kong Catholic publisher Jimmy Lai from solitary confinement in prison. (6)Historical Roots Shape Complex Yemen ConflictGregory Copley explains the ongoing conflict in Yemen reflects deep historical, cultural, and tribal divisions stretching back to pre-Islamic Jewish roots. Mountainous North Yemen, led by Hashemite Zaydis, maintains historical claims as traditional guardians of Mecca and Medina predating Saudi control. Demonstrating sophisticated defense capabilities, North Yemeni forces recently downed a Royal Saudi strike jet. Meanwhile, Egypt refuses to reenter the conflict after its disastrous 1960s war, leaving Oman as the primary regional mediator. Additionally, Canada is strengthening economic ties with Europe and King Charles III to reassert national sovereignty independent of Washington trade policy pressure across global commercial sectors today. (7)European Inflation Escalates Under Energy PressuresSimon Constable reports a severe heatwave in southern France damaged sunflower harvests while diesel prices soared to $9.20 per gallon, causing widespread agricultural and logistical distress. Rising European natural gas costs pushed electricity rates up 12% in one month, driving price hikes across essential agricultural commodities like corn and wheat. Meanwhile, public opposition against artificial intelligence data centers reflects underlying hostility toward wealthy technology figures rather than environmental impact. In the United Kingdom, escalating national debt service costs reached $127 billion annually, far surpassing the nation's $80 billion defense budget during severe ongoing international economic challenges facing European leadership in government circles. (8)Commercial Space Programs Advance Amid ShakeupsBob Zimmerman reports SpaceX is preparing Starship Super Heavy for an orbital test carrying commercial Starlinksatellites, while Amazon booked extra Ariane 6 launches to deploy its constellation. Meanwhile, NASA awarded Blue Origin a $700 million Mars communication satellite contract based on its Blue Ring orbital tug, prompting an unusual formal protest from Rocket Lab. Internationally, China is conducting an unannounced major organizational overhaul of its lunar program following recent mission failures. Additionally, American authorities arrested a Chinese tourist for flying drones over restricted Kennedy Space Center launchpads, and Djibouti joined the Artemis Accords as the newest member nation in global space. (9)

CAPTION NOVEMBER 1953America Deploys Operational Space Control WeaponsRick Fisher reports Air Force officials publicly confirmed that the United States deployed operational space control weapons capable of protecting joint military forces. A French Space Agency graphic recently detailed orbital assets operated by America, Russia, and China, including telemetry jamming, proximity operations, and kinetic collision satellites. These classified capabilities were maintained secretly across multiple congressional administrations to prevent a dangerous space arms race. Strategic tensions surrounding Iran or potential Russian aggression in Europe likely prompted this public disclosure. Importantly, these conventional defense systems fully comply with established Outer Space Treaty terms because the agreement exclusively bans nuclear weapons. (2)

In this episode of The President's Daily Brief:• Ukraine goes back on offense in northern Donetsk, launching a new push in one of the most heavily contested parts of the war.• The United States is urging Syria to consider sending forces into Lebanon to help disarm Hezbollah, but Damascus fears the move could drag it into the wider regional war.• NATO fighter jets shoot down a drone over Lithuania while a Russian warship fires flares near a Danish military helicopter in another tense encounter in the Baltic.• In today's Back of the Brief, President Trump rejects calls for new restrictions on artificial intelligence, arguing that a strong president is all the guardrail the industry needs.To listen to the show ad-free, become a premium member of The President's Daily Brief by visiting https://PDBPremium.com.Please remember to subscribe if you enjoyed this episode of The President's Daily Brief. YouTube: youtube.com/@presidentsdailybriefEthos: Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at: https://ethos.com/PDB Superpower: Head to https://Superpower.com and use code PDB at checkout for $50 off your membership. Get 150+ biomarkers tested every year plus a personalized health plan and on-demand care team. Detect early signs of 1,000+ conditions. #superpowerpodThanks to today's sponsor, Spring Sleep: eXciteOSA is an FDA-cleared, prescription-only device for primary snoring and mild obstructive sleep apnea. Go to https://springsleep.com/PDB and unlock 20% off with the code PDB.

Kate Odell speaks with Jillian Melchior from Lviv about Russia's new jet-powered drones and how Ukraine is using real-time battlefield pictures to hold the line on the front. Plus, can a bill moving through the U.S. House of Representatives this week put more economic pressure on Vladimir Putin? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rachel Maddow reports breaking news that the U.S. Supreme Court has rejected Donald Trump's bid to use the U.S. Postal Service to subvert mail-in ballot voting. Marc Elias, founder of Democracy Docket and stalwart defender of U.S. elections in the Trump era, joins to discuss why even this major victory for democracy is not a reason to relax in the face of an increasingly desperate Trump looking for any way he can to undermine the coming midterm elections.California Attorney General Rob Bonta talks with Rachel about the legal fight to prevent Donald Trump from corrupting the election process.Rachel Maddow shares details of new reporting from ProPublica that Donald Trump Jr.'s lavish weekend wedding celebration was largely paid for by a "very generous" Russian oligarch who even helped plan the festivities despite there being some questions about just how well he knows the couple or what he might expect in return for his generosity. Brett Murphy, investigative reporter with ProPublica, joins to talk about the report. Want more of Rachel? Check out the "Rachel Maddow Presents" feed to listen to all of her chart-topping original podcasts.To listen to all of your favorite MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.