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The Democrats just keep winning. But why aren’t more people talking about it? Tara McGowan and Simon Rosenberg join us to remind everyone that while Biden’s Democratic Party is on a hot streak, it’s going to take some work to keep the momentum going into 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred seventy-second episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in this episode: Second Republican debate: The biggest moments from debate stage Partial US government shutdown just four days away as congressional standoff continues North Korea changes constitution to boost nuclear arsenal growth France isolated on post-Brexit electric vehicle tariffs Iraq’s Nineveh buries its dead as families seek answers after wedding fire US soldier who fled to North Korea in July lands at Texas military base 'Shrek's Swamp' listed for a weekend stay on Airbnb 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

General Mark Milley has galvanized discourse on not only the Trump presidency, but the military’s role in political discourse. Kori Schake and David Sanger join David to consider whether General Milley went too far in his public criticism of the President, and the dangers of a more political military. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred seventy-first episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in this episode: Tens of thousands of ethnic Armenians rush to flee Nagorno-Karabakh How did the Maui fire spread so quickly? Overgrown gully, stubborn embers may be key to probe More than 100 people killed after fire breaks out at Iraq wedding After Brexit, Britain and Europe embrace ever-closer union What is the Khalistan movement? How is it linked to India-Canada tensions? Donald Trump liable for business fraud, says judge in New York civil case Canadian man eats 135 Carolina reaper peppers in one sitting Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Heather Richardson’s new book, Democracy Awakening: Notes on the State of America, explores how a small group of wealthy people have made war on American ideals. Heather joins David to reflect on the challenges to democracy throughout American history to the present day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred seventieth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in this episode: At least 20 killed in Nagorno-Karabakh fuel depot blast as thousands flee FBI warned prominent US Sikhs of threats after murder of Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada Tensions rise between Germany and Poland as Scholz mulls border checks Biden, Trump to woo union workers in Michigan as auto strikes grow 7 candidates have qualified for the 2nd Republican presidential debate. Here’s who missed the cut Russia seeks to rejoin UN's human rights council Australian man fined for taking pet snake surfing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As technology rapidly evolves, America’s intelligence community needs to get smarter. David and Marc are joined by the former deputy director of the CIA Michael Morell to break down the challenges of our intelligence services and what must be done to meet the security challenges of both today and tomorrow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred sixty-ninth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in this episode: Exclusive: Taliban weighs using U.S. mass surveillance plan, met with China's Huawei Punjab’s Sikhs fear fallout from Canada-India row at home and abroad France to withdraw ambassador, troops from Niger after coup: Macron Nagorno-Karabakh exodus grows as Armenia warns of ‘ethnic cleansing’ How the UAW strike is rewriting Biden’s strike strategy Finland Raced to Join NATO. What Happens Next Is Complicated. Hollywood writers in deal to end US studio strike Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Original Air Date: July 23, 2022 On this week's episode, we talk about how the Republican Party is embracing ideologies that used to be fringe, how the media is missing the mark, and what the future of the GOP could look like. We ground all of our analysis in the words of Matt Birk, David Brooks, and Joe O'Dea. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Original Air Date: October 7, 2022 Recent reporting has revealed the Trump may be holding onto additional classified documents. To discuss this news and the future of the January 6th committee, David spoke with Mary McCord of Georgetown University and Norm Ornstein of the Words Matter Podcast. Should the DOJ approach its case differently as Trump is a former President? Is the DOJ pursuing additional searches? What is in store for the final hearings of the January 6th committee? Find out the answers to these and other questions during this thoughtful conversation. Join us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will our AI apocalypse look like Skynet or the Matrix? Paul Scharre, Executive Vice President and Director of Studies at CNAS, joins David and Jon to shed light on even the non-apocalyptic ways AI will change the future for AI and whether society will be able to adapt in time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Norm and David are not happy, and for good reason. The latest judiciary committee hearing reminds us all how far down the rabbit hole the Republican party has gone in the pursuit of scorched-earth politics, but it is not the only example of Republican lunacy this week. Norm and David break down the latest news and more in suitably ranty fashion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred sixty-eighth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited In This Episode Canada's Trudeau wants India to cooperate in murder probe, declines to release evidence Zelenskyy delivers upbeat message to US lawmakers on war progress as some Republican support softens Kim Jong Un calls for relationship with Russia to reach 'new high level' after trip Europe blinks amid calls to stop backing Ukraine Joe Biden raised Canadian Sikh separatist’s murder with Modi at G20: Media Five to be charged in UK with spying for Russia Canadian dog removes socks from 21 feet for Guinness World Record Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The purpose of the news is to be truthful. Yet the predominant feeling among the biggest outlets seems to be that appearing to be “balanced” is the real priority. The New Republic’s Michael Tomasky joins David to discuss how and why this could help Donald Trump win in 2024 as the media hammers Biden and ignores glaring issues in the Republican party. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred sixty-seventh episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited In This Episode Poland stops sending weapons to Ukraine amid grain fight, Warsaw says India suspends visas for Canadians as row escalates Russia strikes Ukrainian energy facilities in biggest attack in weeks Qatar’s separate talks with Iran, US on drones, nuclear programme: Report Zelenskyy returns to Washington to face growing dissent among Republicans to US spending for Ukraine Biden announces $600m for more free Covid-19 tests in anticipation of surge Pennsylvania school district welcomes 17 sets of twins to 'twin-dergarten' 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 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

The three-hundred sixty-sixth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited In This Episode Nagorno-Karabakh forces agree Azerbaijan demand to disarm Ukraine’s Fight Is the World’s, Zelensky Tells U.N. Assembly Tory row erupts as Rishi Sunak eyes rollback of key green plans India's opposition Congress dismisses Canada's suspicions on Sikh leader's murder 2 years ago, the Taliban banned girls from school. It’s a worsening crisis for all Afghans Analysis: Is Turkey’s bid for EU membership over? Police find pig wandering loose on Bacon Creek Road Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-sixty-fifth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Iran prisoner swap: US citizens freed in $6bn deal At UN, Biden looks to send message to world leaders - and voters - about leadership under his watch UAW, automakers remain far apart four days into strike Europe’s China electric vehicle probe risks collateral damage India, Canada expel diplomats over accusations Delhi killed Sikh separatist Libyans protest against authorities in flood-hit Derna Most unusual pet insurance claims of 2023 include folding couch incident Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While much conventional wisdom has been optimistic about Ukraine's defense against Russia, Julia Ioffe, the Founding Partner and Washington correspondent for Puck, isn’t convinced. Joining David and Marc, she explores Ukraine's challenging path to victory, the impact of US aid on the conflict's trajectory, and more. Don't miss it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Original Air Date: September 16. 2022 On this week's episode, Norm and Kavita talk about Biden's successful handling of the potential train workers strike and the intersection for foreign and domestic policy. For members, Kavita and Norm talk about the Fetterman-Oz race and a Washington Post Editorial about Fetterman's health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Original Air Date: August 16, 2022 Mar-a-Lago was searched for classified national security documents. David Rothkopf discusses the implications of this for our national security with Ed Luce of the Financial Times, Rosa Brooks of Georgetown University, and Joe Cirincione. Is this just another nothingburger? Will America come apart at the seams? How much of a threat is the GOP to America's national security? Find out in this thoughtful conversation. Don't miss it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The roots of the GOP's MAGA madness go back many, many years. Author of "American Psychosis” David Corn joins David Rothkopf to discuss what may come next for the GOP and why deep problems will persist long after Trump is gone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It is no secret that the media remains hyper-focused on Joe Biden’s age and the growing desire for a younger generation of politicians. As the election cycle continues to ramp up, Norm and Kavita break down how the conversation around Joe Biden and Kamala Harris will make waves in 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-sixty-fourth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelenskiy to visit Biden as Congress debates $24bn in aid Shuffle of Russian military chiefs preceded death of Wagner boss Prigozhin Flooding death toll soars to 11,300 in Libya’s coastal city of Derna Macron skips UN General Assembly amid busy diplomatic schedule U.S. auto workers target Detroit Three with first simultaneous strike Li Shangfu: Top US envoy questions China defence minister’s absence Circus performer breaks world record with eight flaming hula hoops Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oppenheimer’s success has pushed nuclear weapons back into the public consciousness. Experts Alex Wellerstein and Heather Williams join David and Jon Wolfsthal to assess the movie's accuracy and merit's through the lens of nuclear policy, and whether the general public's decreasing worry of nuclear conflict is justified. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-sixty-third episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Zelenskyy heading to New York to court the rest of the world No sign of Kim Jong Un as his Russia visit continues and Seoul expresses concern over Putin meetings House punts on Pentagon bill, an ominous sign as shutdown looms Beijing blasts 'protectionist' EU probe as China EV stocks slip Rogue Russian pilot tried to shoot down RAF aircraft in 2022 Senate subpoenas Saudi’s $700bn sovereign wealth fund over US dealings ‘Just Ken’ no more? Barbie sidekick among 12 finalists for National Toy Hall of Fame Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Biden and VP Harris have wrapped up dual trips to Asia, but aside from the photo ops and headlines, how effective were their efforts? Georgetown’s Rosa Brooks and Politico National Security reporter Alex Ward join David to dissect the trips, how reporters are covering Biden’s foreign policy, and balancing ideals and realpolitik when countering Russia and China. Join us for all this and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Yascha Mounk’s latest book, “The Identity Trap,” explores the origins, consequences, and limitations of what has been called “wokeness” as well as the creation of the “identity synthesis”. Yascha joins David to explore his conception of the “identity synthesis”, the future of identity politics, where the conversation around identity becomes counter-productive, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-sixty-second episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Von der Leyen invokes ‘call of history’ as she backs EU membership for Ukraine Kim Jong Un meets Putin in Russia as missiles launch from North Korea Morocco earthquake deaths cross 2,900 as rescuers comb small towns Americans can now get an updated COVID-19 vaccine Why do Kevin McCarthy's Republicans want to impeach Joe Biden now? More than 5,000 presumed dead in Libya after catastrophic flooding breaks dams and sweeps away homes Peru doctors save toddler who swallowed eight medical needles Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-sixty-first episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Rural residents in Morocco grapple with the earthquake’s deadly aftermath Thousands feared dead as flooding sweeps Libya World Bank spent billions of dollars backing fossil fuels in 2022, study finds Von der Leyen’s non-campaign kicks off How Kim Jong Un’s meeting with Putin could shake up North Korea-Russia relations Trump lawyers seek recusal of judge in DC presiding over federal election subversion case Police called to yoga class mistaken for ‘mass killing’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Evolving technology promises revolutionary change in the intelligence community. Marc and David are joined this week by leading expert and former Directorate of Operations’ first Chief of Tradecraft and Technology Glenn Chafetz to dicsuss how information gathering and spycraft have an will continue to change with the advent of AI and more. Join us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-sixtieth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Biden meets Li Qiang, says China economic 'crisis' makes Taiwan invasion less likely The United States marks 22 years since 9/11, from ground zero to Alaska Kim Jong Un reportedly en route to Russia as Vladimir Putin arrives in Vladivostok for potential meeting Disgraced football chief Luis Rubiales resigns over World Cup kiss scandal Russia hails unexpected G20 'milestone' as Ukraine fumes Earthquake in Morocco: Rescuers Reach Remote Mountain Villages as Aid Trickles In Novak Djokovic tops Daniil Medvedev to win US Open, 24th major 'As many as I can': Coco Gauff not putting number on Slam goal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the 2024 election cycle ramping up, we’re already being inundated with polls. This week’s From the Silo features a Words Matter conversation between Norm, Kavita, and Anna Greenberg of GQR about the value of public polling in our partisan environment. Original Air Date: September 30, 2022 On this week's episode, Norm and Kavita talk with Anna Greenberg of GQR about the polls headed into the midterms and the broader conversation around the value of public polling in our extremely partisan environment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the war in Ukraine grinds on, this week’s episode of From the Archive takes us back to the early days of Ukraine’s counter-offensive with host Rosa Brooks joined by Ed Luce and David Sanger. Original Air Date: September 13, 2022 Ukraine has begun a massive counteroffensive which has shocked many by how effective it has been. Rosa Brooks of Georgetown University sits in for David Rothkopf to talk with Ed Luce of the Financial Times and David Sanger of the New York Times about the news and what is means about the future of Russia. What is going on in Ukraine? How are these setbacks being viewed in Russia? Where is China in all of this? Find out in this thoughtful conversation. Don't miss it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the first episode of a new weekly pod from DSR. Each week We're All Going to Die Radio will look at the big issue at where national security and technology meet, from nukes to AI. This week we consider the implications of the upcoming meeting between Kim Jong Un and Vladimir Putin...with former US Ambassador to Korea Mark Lippert, Russia expert Andrea Kendall-Taylor and co-hosts Jon Wolfsthal and David Rothkopf. Don't miss it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The latest special grand jury report from Georgia reveals recommended charges against 39 people including Senator Lindsey Graham. With Senator Graham and other high-profile individuals being named, Norm and Kavita break down DA Fani Willis’s potential course of action and more, including the latest on Trump's numerous cases. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-fifty-ninth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: G20 members struggle for consensus on Ukraine as India gears up for summit Biden, Modi look to continue tightening US-India relations amid shared concerns about China ‘Goal is destruction of Ukraine’: ex-defense minister warns west of Putin’s aim Elon Musk sabotaged Ukrainian attack on Russian fleet in Crimea by turning off Starlink, new book says N Korea heralds ‘new chapter’ with ‘tactical nuclear attack’ submarine Peter Navarro: Ex-Trump adviser convicted of contempt of Congress 7-year-old makes 2.95-carat discovery at Arkansas' Crater of Diamonds Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's hard to separate what is important from what is spin and posturing in the many legal cases involving the disgraced former president of the United States. Fortunately, we sat down with commentator Kimberly Atkins Stohr of the Boston Globe and the Sisters-in-Law Podcast to help make sense of the latest developments. Don't miss our conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-fifty-eighth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Ukraine war: US to arm Kyiv with depleted uranium tank shells Mexico ends federal ban on abortion, but patchwork of state restrictions remains EU enlargement chief backs 2030 deadline Russian Missile Strike Kills At Least 17 In East Ukraine, Overshadowing Blinken Visit At least 32 civilians killed in Sudan army attacks Prosecutors seeking new indictment for Hunter Biden before end of September Road runner: Emu on the loose in southeastern Mass. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Super-empowered people like Elon Musk or Jeff Bezos control not just enormous wealth but the access of people to each other and major platforms that are now deeply integrated into how society works, how our economy works, how wars are fought and more. How should they be regulated? What are the costs of their disproportionate power? Rosa Brooks of Georgetown Law, Kori Schake of the American Enterprise Institute and host David Rothkopf discuss in the context of some of today's headlines and controversies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Elections and tech policy expert Malika Mehrotra joins Zoe and Natalya this week to discuss the risks posed by mis- and disinformation in upcoming election cycles. They discuss Malika's early career experience in politics and how it has shaped her interest in the impact of new technology on civics and political integrity. They also touch on potential regulatory approaches and whether generative AI poses a new type of threat. If you are under 40 and interested in being featured on the podcast, be sure to fill out this form: https://airtable.com/shr5IpK32opINN5e9. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-fifty-seventh episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: UK to declare Russia's Wagner a terrorist organization Blinken visits Ukraine in show of support as counteroffensive grinds on In Its First Monopoly Trial of Modern Internet Era, U.S. Sets Sights on Google Ukraine’s democratic dilemma: When to hold elections Ex-Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio jailed for 22 years for Capitol riot India’s prime minister uses the G20 summit to advertise his global reach and court voters at home Bear breaks into Florida family's screen porch, drinks three White Claws Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s no secret that the espionage arena has been dominated by men. Former CIA case officer Laura Thomas joins Marc to discuss why this makes female case officers so indispensable, the effects of the ongoing harassment scandal, and why the CIA promotion system must adapt. Also, a call for accountability after the Afghan withdrawal, and the value that former USG officials bring to the private sector. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-fifty-sixth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Ukraine war: Kim Jong Un 'to visit Putin for weapons talks' Ukrainian intercepts show Russian soldiers’ anger at losses, disarray Pakistan in uproar as protests over soaring energy prices turn violent Russia ready to restart grain deal if sanctions lifted, Putin tells Erdoğan Burning Man mass exodus begins after flooding trapped desert revelers Congress returns to try to stave off a government shutdown while GOP weighs impeachment inquiry 2 workers arrested for digging shortcut through Great Wall of China Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In light of the shocking death of Yevgeny Prigozhin, today's From the Archive imagines a world without Vladimir Putin. Original air date: May 17, 2022 As the war continues in Ukraine, Putin is looking worse for the wear. David Rothkopf speaks with Andrea Kendall-Taylor of the Center for a New American Security, Ed Luce of the Financial Times, and Michael Weiss of New Lines Magazine. Does Vladimir Putin have cancer? What would happen if Putin left office? Is Turkey about to veto Finland and Sweden joining NATO? Find out on this informative and entertaining episode. Join us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a special two-part episode, we’re first joined by NYU Professor and Just Security co-editor-in chief Ryan Goodman to break down the latest legal cases surrounding Donald Trump and his co-conspirators. Members will hear from Daily Beast columnist and co-host of the “Democracy-ish” podcast Wajahat Ali as he breaks down the diversification of politics and the need to preserve the progress America has made. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

School is back in session this week as Norm and Kavita tackle the latest in Trump's many trials. Trump remains the frontrunner despite a deluge of legal woes, but new information coming to light daily and the threat of the 14th amendment could imperil his candidacy. Tune in for all this and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three-hundred-fifty-fifth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories cited in the episode: Exclusive: China's Xi likely to skip G20 summit in India Drone Downed Near Moscow As Heavy Fighting Continues In Ukraine's South, East Deadly Tropical Storm Idalia floods parts of South Carolina, including Charleston, after pummeling Florida A building fire in Johannesburg leaves at least 73 dead, many of them homeless, authorities say Trump dismissive as New York attorney general accuses him of inflating his net worth by $2 billion Gabon coup leaders name General Brice Oligui Nguema as new leader Watch: Australian woman's talented horse, sheep earn world records for tricks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Foreign policy has been a central focus of the Biden Administration. Now, nearly three years into the administration, Georgetown's Rosa Brooks, AEI's Kori Schake, and the New York Times's David Sanger join David to assess what has worked, what we can do better, and what we can expect in the year ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices