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While giving high marks to the Biden Administration’s handling of the Israel-Hamas war thus far, our experts discuss the risks posed by having a partner as erratic as the current Israeli government. Join Rosa Brooks, Ed Luce and Alon Pinkas for a lively and timely discussion. Fill out the DSR Listener Survey here: https://bit.ly/dsrsurvey2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's DSR Daily, Trump lawyer Jenna Ellis takes a plea deal, Mike Johnson is the latest speaker-designate, Israeli officials call for the resignation of the UN Secretary-General, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Representative Seth Moulton (D-MA 6th) joins David Rothkopf for an exclusive one-on-one discussion on the recent dysfunction in Congress and the unfolding crisis in the Middle East. Representative Moulton shares his insight as the Ranking Member of the Strategic Forces subcommittee and speaks to Israel’s need for a clear endgame in Gaza. Don’t miss this important episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s DSR Daily, we cover the dismissal of a Chinese General, the release of more hostages by Hamas, the Chinese Foreign Minister’s visit to Washington, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a special episode of our Road to COP 28 series, Harvard University's Dr. Robert Stavins joins host David Rothkopf to share his perspectives on the stakes and objectives for the coming global climate summit. Dr. Stavins breaks down the history of COP, what this year’s conference needs to succeed, and why he remains cautiously optimistic about the future of the fight against climate change. Don’t miss it. This material is distributed by TRG Advisory Services, LLC on behalf of the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in the U.S.. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, DC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Israel’s ground invasion of Gaza approaches, questions remain about Israel’s ability to eradicate Hamas. What is possible outcome of such an invasion, and could such a response create an even more dangerous organization? Charles Lister joins Marc and David to discuss these pressing issues and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode of the DSR Daily Brief, we cover the latest in Israel, more Trump legal issues and trouble in the China Sea. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The first episode in our series leading up to the COP28 summit in November will be distributed in two parts. This episode, called the Road to COP28, features the second half of a roundtable conversation hosted by Rachel Kyte, Dean Emerita of the Fletcher School at Tufts University. Senator Ben Cardin from Maryland also joins the conversation to share his insight on the COP event and efforts to address climate issues in the US Senate. Our panel of experts includes Professor at the University College London Mark Maslin, Interim Chair of the IUCN Climate Crisis Commission Manuel Pulgar-Vidal, Director of the NASA Goddard Institute for Space Studies Gavin Schmidt, Chief of Government Relations at the Woodwell Climate Research Center David McGlinchey, and Co-Founding Dean Emerita of the Columbia Climate School Ruth DeFries. Their conversation sets the stage for what needs to be done at the upcoming COP 28 conference, and foreshadows what real policy changes, if any, may come as a result. Join us for this extremely critical discussion. This material is distributed by TRG Advisory Services, LLC on behalf of the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in the U.S.. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, DC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Original Air Date: September 20, 2023 The first episode in our series leading up to the COP28 summit in November will be distributed in two parts. This episode, called the Road to COP28, features a one-on-one conversation hosted by Rachel Kyte, Dean Emerita of the Fletcher School at Tufts University, and Ambassador Majid Al Suwaidi, Director General of COP28. Following their conversation, Rachel chairs a panel discussion featuring Professor at the University College London Mark Maslin, Interim Chair of the IUCN Climate Crisis Commission Manuel Pulgar-Vidal, Director of the NASA Goddard Institute for Space Studies Gavin Schmidt, Chief of Government Relations at the Woodwell Climate Research Center David McGlinchey, and Co-Founding Dean Emerita of the Columbia Climate School Ruth DeFries. Their conversation sets the stage for what needs to be done at the upcoming COP 28 conference, and foreshadows what real policy changes, if any, may come as a result. Join us for this extremely critical discussion. This material is distributed by TRG Advisory Services, LLC on behalf of the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in the U.S.. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, DC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While the wars in Ukraine and Israel have been dominating headlines, there have also been rumblings about an interest in Russia to restart nuclear testing. James Acton and Andrey Baklitskiy join Jon Wolfsthal to break down the fallout of a renewal of nuclear testing and the domino effect it could have worldwide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Senator Chris Murphy (D-Connecticut) chairs the Senate Foreign Relations Committee subcommittee on the Middle East. In this exclusive one-on-one conversation, he discusses the President's funding request for Ukraine and Israel, the recent trip of President Biden to Israel, the risks associated with the conflict between Israel and Hamas including the risk of escalation and the broader issue of what America's role and priorities in the region ought to be. It's a must-listen podcast. Join us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode, we break down Joe Biden's Oval Office address, Sidney Powell pleads guilty in Georgia case, China's new trade restrictions, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two failed votes for Jim Jordan later, and the House is still no closer to electing a speaker. Norm and Kavita break down what could come next for a speaker pro tempore-led Congress and where the Republican caucus will go from here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of the DSR Daily, we bring you the latest on humanitarian aid to Gaza, Russia’s retaliation against Ukraine, and hundreds of arrests following a protest in Congress. We also discuss the second round of voting for Jim Jordan’s speaker run, Sergei Lavrov’s visit to Pyongyang, and the approaching Argentinian elections. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Biden’s landmark trip to Israel is underway. Even with the cancellation of a summit in Amman, Biden’s time in the region will undoubtedly make waves. Alon Pinkas, Kori Schake, and Ed Luce join David to look forward at what could come next for Israel, the Palestinians, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode of the DSR Daily, we bring the latest on the hospital explosion in Gaza, the first round of voting on Jim Jordan for speaker, and Putin’s trip to China. We also break down the Google search trial, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s presidential bid, and the aftermath of ATACMS use in Ukraine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode, we break down Biden’s impending visit to Israel, Jim Jordan’s speakership bid, the new gag order on Donald Trump, and Ukraine’s use of ATACMS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

More than a week after Hamas’s attack on Israel, questions remain about how this could have happened. Marc and David are joined by John Sipher and Luis Rueda to consider the possibility of a failure of leadership versus a failure of intelligence, and why American issues at home will lead to increased instability abroad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David joins Chris and Riley to break down the headlines dominating our social media feeds. In today’s episode, we dive into the latest from Israel and Gaza as well as Poland’s surprising election results. Join us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Original Air Date: August 5, 2022 On this week's episode, we talk about why Biden's political successes are translating into better polling, abortion rights in Idaho and Kansas, and the latest news on January 6th. We ground all of our analysis in the words of Karine Jean-Pierre and Merrick Garland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Original Air Date: May 17, 2021 The Biden Administration is working hard to maintain a fairly traditional front for US-Israel relations during the current crisis. Which is to say they are essentially following the playbook the Obama Administration would have followed (Trump's bromance with Bibi was an outlier). But times are changing, the views of Democrats are changing, the generational outlook is changing, and don't forget Bibi's bromance with Trump which did not help matters. We discuss what could trigger a change with former top Israeli diplomat and foreign policy specialist Alon Pinkas, the American Enterprise Institute's Kori Schake and Rosa Brooks of Georgetown Law School. Don't miss it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nearly a week after the attack by Hamas, Israel and the world are grappling with the unexpected consequences. To understand the potential implications of the conflict, David Rothkopf is joined by Natan Sachs and Mara Rudman to look ahead at the future of Israeli politics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The escalation in Israel’s war with Hamas would have profound effects on the region and the global community. Kim Ghattas joins Jon and David to predict what could come next in the conflict, what role the rest of the region will play, and how the rest of the world will feel the effects. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred eighty-first episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in this episode: Israel orders civilians to evacuate Gaza City Israel targets Hamas’s labyrinth of tunnels under Gaza Human Rights Watch says Israel used white phosphorus in Gaza, Lebanon EU launches probe into Elon Musk’s X over Israel-Hamas war content Steve Scalise drops speaker bid as House devolves into further turmoil Dysfunction in Washington leaves Middle East without key US diplomats UAE island breaks message in a bottle world record Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With Norm away this week, Kavita is joined by Laurie Garrett for a conversation on a potpourri of topics. From the situation in Israel, to the House speaker race, to updates on COVID, there is a little bit of everything in this week’s episode. Don’t miss it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred eightieth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in this episode: Gazans bombarded by Israel have no hope and no escape US seeks to prevent spread of Israel-Hamas war with Blinken visit White House walks back Biden’s claim he saw children beheaded by Hamas Russians intensify blitzkrieg attacks in eastern Ukraine Republicans fail to coalesce around speaker choice, leaving House in limbo NATO meets as war rages in Israel, tensions mount in Kosovo and other crises Instagram star's gurning ability breaks world record Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Many questions remain after the first few days of this crisis. We talk to leading experts Aaron David Miller, Ed Luce, Kori Schake, and Rosa Brooks to look ahead at what the conflict means for the future of Israel, US-Israel relations, and the region as a whole. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week’s installment of the Road to COP 28 features the second half of a discussion from a panel of experts chaired by Frederick “Fritz” Mayer, Dean of the Josef Korbel School of International Studies. Our panel of experts includes author and science journalist Laurie Garrett, NASA Climate Scientist Peter Kalmus, Professor at the University College London Mark Maslin, Professor at Yale School of the Environment Robert O. Mendelsohn, Associate Professor in the Rutgers School of Environmental and Biological Sciences Karen M. O’Neill, Associate Professor at the University of California Santa Cruz and the Rutgers School of Environmental and Biological Sciences Malin L. Pinsky, and Director of USC Annenberg’s Center for Climate Journalism and Communication Allison Agsten. Tune in for the rest of their conversation on what actions both individuals and governments must take to combat climate change. In addition, we’ve included a segment from our recent conversation with Dr. Michael Mann, who shares his outlook for the COP 28 conference. This material is distributed by TRG Advisory Services, LLC on behalf of the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in the U.S.. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, DC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred seventy-ninth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in this episode: Israel pounds Gaza by air; Biden condemns 'evil' Hamas attacks Analysis: Why did it take Israel three days to return to Gaza’s boundary? How a secretive Hamas commander masterminded the attack on Israel Zelenskyy arrives in Brussels for surprise visit ahead of NATO meeting Having ousted Kevin McCarthy, House Republicans are hitting trouble trying to nominate a new speaker Russia fails to win back seat on human rights council after UN vote 2,749-pound pumpkin breaks world record at California weigh-off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred seventy-eighth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in this episode: Israel pounds Gaza with fiercest air strikes ever, says border secured Israel’s ambassador in Brussels calls on EU allies to help contain war Hamas says will kill hostages if Israeli attacks on Gaza civilians continue Revealed: Amazon linked to trafficking of workers in Saudi Arabia Donald Trump’s civil fraud trial resuming with ex-CFO Allen Weisselberg on the witness stand Who's going to be the next speaker of the House? Republicans are scrambling to crown a new leader. Oregon pugs don Taylor Swift costumes for annual 'Pug Crawl' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The October 7th attack on Israel was shocking not only in its scale, but for the way in which Israeli intelligence seems to have been caught by surprise. Admiral James “Sandy” Winnefeld joins Marc and David to discuss how this could have happened, why the intelligence failures go beyond just Israel, and what could be next for the region. Don’t miss this important episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Saturday, October 7 will likely go down as one of, if not the worst day, in Israel’s history. While Israel was focused on the West Bank and moving toward normalization with Saudi Arabia, Hamas was planning and plotting this attack right under Benjamin Netanyahu’s nose. We discuss the extraordinary events with our experts, Rula Jebreal and Alon Pinkas. Will Bibi survive this attack politically? And how should the United State respond? Tune in to find out the answers to these questions and more on this special episode of Deep State Radio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Original Air Date: January 6, 2023 On this week's episode, Norm and Kavita talk about Kevin McCarthy's quixotic quest to become speaker of the House and what it means for average Americans. What does this clown show mean for the most pressing issues facing the United States? Members of The DSR Network get a bonus conversation about the COVID crisis in China and how anti-vax terrorists are seizing on high profile deaths and injuries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Original Air Date: December 8, 2022 The Supreme Court is back in session and taking on a number of hot button issues this session. To break down the latest episode, David sits down with Dahlia Lithwick of Slate. How likely is the Supreme Court to side with those pushing the Independent State Legislature doctrine? How much do our hopes hinge on Amy Coney Barrett and Brett Kavanaugh? Is masterpiece cakeshop coming back from the dead? Find out during this timely discussion. Don't miss it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a very special episode of We’re All Going to Die Radio, Jon sits down with the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency, Rafael Grossi. Director General Grossi shares how the IAEA has adapted to address nuclear threats from the war in Ukraine, how Iran’s pursuit of nuclear weapons has changed, and more. Don’t miss this important and insightful episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another average week for the US Congress. With the shocking removal of Speaker McCarthy by a small cadre of his own party, the divisions within the Republican Party have reached new levels. Thankfully, Kavita is back with Norm to try and make sense of it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred seventy-seventh episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in this episode: Ukraine heads into winter with a hobbled energy system US shoots down Turkish drone over Syria after attacks near Hasakah Trump allegedly shared potentially sensitive information about US nuclear subs with Australian billionaire Blinken: US and EU need legal frameworks to seize Russian assets Biden attacked from both sides over new Texas border wall Jailed Iranian activist Narges Mohammadi wins the Nobel Peace Prize for fighting women’s oppression Customs officials seize giraffe poop from traveler at Minnesota airport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every day there are new developments on multiple legal fronts for Donald Trump and the prosecutors that are seeking to hold him to account. We explore the most recent news and what to expect in the weeks ahead with legal experts Harry Litman and Barb McQuade. Don't miss it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The first episode from our Green Growth panel in the Road to COP 28 series is here. This week’s episode features a new panel of experts chaired by Frederick “Fritz” Mayer, Dean of the Josef Korbel School of International Studies. Our panel of experts includes author and science journalist Laurie Garrett, NASA Climate Scientist Peter Kalmus, Professor at the University College London Mark Maslin, Professor at Yale School of the Environment Robert O. Mendelsohn, Associate Professor in the Rutgers School of Environmental and Biological Sciences Karen M. O’Neill, Associate Professor at the University of California Santa Cruz and the Rutgers School of Environmental and Biological Sciences Malin L. Pinsky, and Director of USC Annenberg’s Center for Climate Journalism and Communication Allison Agsten. Don’t miss their critical conversation on what needs to be done to get us to a more sustainable future, and the numerous challenges ahead of COP 28. This material is distributed by TRG Advisory Services, LLC on behalf of the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in the U.S.. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, DC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred seventy-sixth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in this episode: Poland election turns Germany into punchbag, straining Western alliance What is at stake in Poland’s election? Vote to oust McCarthy is a warning sign for democracy, scholars say Russia launches more drone attacks as Ukrainian President Zelenskyy travels to a European forum Ukraine is ‘freaking out’ as McCarthy chaos threatens US aid Biden approves new section of border wall as Mexico crossings rise UK warns of Russia laying ‘sea mines’ to deter Black Sea cargo ships Dog caught behind the wheel of speeding car in Slovakia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The chaos in the House of Representatives could mean chaos for Ukraine. With the potential for a less sympathetic Speaker, US aid is at even greater risk. Rosa Brooks, Ivo Daalder, and Mark Hertling join David to examine the potential threats to continuing aid for Ukraine and the far-reaching consequences of its reduction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred seventy-fifth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in this episode: McCarthy out as speaker Kevin McCarthy is out as speaker of the House. Here’s what’s next. Judge issues gag order in fraud case after Trump assails staffer on social media EU set to announce Ukraine accession talks by December Egypt faces scrutiny in US after Senator Menendez’s bribery indictment India's spies infiltrated West long before Canada's murder claim Stunt driver breaks world record on two wheels in Italy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Michael Mann’s new book, Our Fragile Moment: How Lessons from Earth's Past Can Help Us Survive the Climate Crisis, serves as both a warning and a call to action to combat the unfolding climate crisis. Dr. Mann joins David to discuss how we got to this point, why action has been so slow, and what we can do to reverse course before it’s too late. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Truth is often stranger than fiction, but for a CIA analyst turned author, the line between the two is blurred. David McCloskey joins David and Marc to discuss his latest book and how he learned more about the CIA through writing than during his time at the agency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred seventy-fourth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in this episode: Donald Trump says he will be in courtroom for New York trial scrutinizing his business practices Biden vows to stand by Ukraine, despite budget fiasco Laphonza Butler to fill Dianne Feinstein’s vacant Senate seat, Newsom office says EU foreign ministers arrive in Kyiv to talk weapons Leaked doc shows Biden admin is more worried about Ukraine corruption than it says publicly Taiwan investigating accusation submarine program details leaked Emotional support alligator barred from attending Phillies game Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Original Air Date: July 23, 2022 This week features University of Michigan law professor, co-host of the #SistersinLaw podcast and MSNBC legal analysis royalty, Barbara McQuade. Marissa and Barbara go deep on the January 6 commission’s prime-time hearing, from Josh Hawley’s gazelle-like leaps to the stunning revelation that the vice-president’s Secret Service detail was afraid they would be killed protecting him. Barbara also shares evidence that could prove Trump committed involuntary manslaughter and explains how to get a recalcitrant witness to talk. (Yoo-hoo, Mark Meadows!) Meanwhile, Marissa bakes chocolate-chocolate-chocolate chip cookies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Original Air Date: June 14, 2022 President Biden is headed to Saudi Arabia and will meet with Mohammed bin Salman. Is this the end for the "Democracy vs. Autocracy" framing of America's foreign policy. David Rothkopf talks with Rosa Brooks of Georgetown University, David Sanger of the New York Times, and Ed Luce of the Financial Times about this and other foreign policy issues facing the Biden Administration. Should Biden be having this meeting at all? Will it do anything to tame gas prices ahead of the midterm? Is there any way to keep the moral clarity of Biden's "Democracy vs. Autocracy" framing while working in a messy world? The answer to these and other vital questions facing the Biden Administration during this far-ranging episode. Join us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It turns out that peace in the Middle East is harder than it sounds. Between the elusive peace deal between Saudi Arabia and Israel and the threat of a nuclear-armed Iran, the Biden administration has its work cut out for it. Thankfully, David and Jon are joined by Alon Pinkas and Barbara Slavin to remind us that while things may not be as bad as they seem, they can always get worse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Republican Party is falling apart before our very eyes. Between the anarchic second presidential debate and the impending threat of a destructive government shutdown, it’s clear that the party is not going quietly. David Rothkopf and Norm discuss all this and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred seventy-third episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in this episode: Pakistan: At least 50 killed, dozens injured in Mastung blast Putin discusses Ukraine war with top Wagner commander Troshev The far right has been feuding with McCarthy for weeks. Here’s how it’s spiraling into a shutdown. Ukraine makes clear it won’t accept second-class EU membership Blinken meeting Indian counterpart amid fallout over Sikh leader’s killing Biden delivers unusually sharp rebuke of Trump on democracy Australian strongman pulls 44,753-pound hydraulic crane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices