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The DSR Daily Brief for June 6, 2023: Key Ukrainian Dam is Blown Up, Mike Pence Enters 2024 Race
The three-hundred-third episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Key Ukrainian dam blown up, Kyiv blames Russia Mike Pence Formally Enters 2024 Race, Challenging Trump After dangerous encounters, US accuses China of military ‘aggressiveness’ Robert Hanssen: Convicted US spy found dead in Colorado prison Kuwait votes in parliamentary polls in hopes of ending deadlock US sues Binance and founder Zhao over 'web of deception' Wolverine spotted in California is only the second in 100 years Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Foreign Office: On the Ground In Ukraine with James Rushton
EMichael’s guest this week is James Rushton, a journalist at Yahoo News who is covering the Ukraine-Russia war from his home in Kyiv. He’s been reporting amidst air raid sirens and other challenges and is extremely well-placed on the front lines of the war to tell you what is happening in the country. His experience and perspective on all things Ukraine is not to be missed. Tune In. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The DSR Daily Brief for June 5, 2023: The Cause of the Train Crash in India, A Close Call in the Taiwan Strait
The three-hundred-second episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Ukraine war: Russia says it thwarted major Ukrainian offensive India train disaster: signal fault identified as cause, says minister As oil prices stagnate, OPEC Plus opts to extend production cuts China’s new defense chief ghosts the US, but meets with Europeans Fighter jets chase small plane in Washington area before it crashes in Virginia US video shows close call with Chinese warship in Taiwan Strait Mystery creature caught on camera in South Carolina waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Words Matter: We Have a Debt Ceiling Deal!
Norm and Kavita discuss the passing of the debt ceiling deal in the House of Representatives. Since taping, the bill also passed the Senate and is expected to be signed as early as Friday, June 2, 2023 by President Biden. In the members-only section, they discuss the recent alleged recordings of former President Trump stating that he knew that documents in his possession were classified. Tune In! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The DSR Daily Brief for June 2, 2023: Debt Ceiling Bill Passes the Senate, Awaits Biden Signature
The three-hundred-first episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Congress approves debt deal, averting a US default Zelenskyy’s plea exposes Europe’s divisions Kyiv defenses thwart Russia’s 6th air assault in 6 days against Ukraine capital India opposition leader Rahul Gandhi takes a dig at Modi over China in US visit Exclusive: US seeking explosives in Japan for Ukraine artillery shells What’s the latest in Sudan? Suspended talks, sanctions, fighting Motorized trash can reaches 55 mph in England Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Case Against Trump is Getting More Serious...So the GOP is Turning on the DoJ & the FBI
Every day it seems new revelations suggest Donald Trump is in greater legal jeopardy. And, with each new revelation, comes a chorus of accusations and threats from the GOP led by Trump himself that it is time to shut down the Department of Justice and the FBI, time to fire those who are involved in investigating him, time to purge the government of everyone disloyal to the MAGA movement. It is a perilous moment. But where will it lead? We discuss with former FBI special agent Peter Strzok in a wide-ranging, insight-rich conversation you won't want to miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The DSR Daily Brief for June 1, 2023: Debt Ceiling Bill Passes the House, Zelensky joins European Leaders in Moldova
The three-hundredth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: House Passes Debt Limit Bill in Bipartisan Vote to Avert Default Latest Russian missile bombardment of Ukraine’s capital kills at least 3 people, including a child Sudan: 19 killed in shelling of market in poor area south of Khartoum Europe’s leaders meet in Russia’s shadow Zelenskiy joins European leaders at summit in Moldova Donald Trump recorded saying he kept classified file after leaving office Biden shows growing appetite to cross Putin’s red lines Firefighters free stuck French bulldog from kitchen sink drain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if We Told You Things Were Actually Going Better Than Expected in the US?
America did not choose to blow up the world economy. The lunatic caucus in Congress did not prevail. An experienced president helped strike a deal that preserved critical U.S. programs and priorities. The world can stop thinking we've lost our minds. Or can they? With 2024 looming we discuss whether the trends are encouraging or discouraging or downright frightening both at tome and in terms of U.S. foreign policy. Ed Luce of the Financial Times, Rosa Brooks of Georgetown Law Center and host David Rothkopf, do a deep dive...and end up being a little bit optimistic for a change. Join us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The DSR Daily Brief for May 31, 2023: Debt Ceiling Bill Heads to the House Floor, Fallout From the Moscow Drone Attacks
The two hundred-ninety-ninth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: G.O.P. Revolts Over Debt Limit Deal as Bill Moves Toward a House Vote Moscow drone attack exposes Russia’s vulnerabilities, fuels criticism of military ‘Time is now’ for Sweden to join NATO, Blinken says North Korea says spy satellite launch crashed into sea Exclusive: Qatar prime minister, Taliban chief hold secret Afghan talks Sudan army suspends participation in Jeddah ceasefire talks Woman wins annual cheese-rolling race while unconscious Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Next In Foreign Policy: Deepfakes and Generative AI with Ben Colman
This week Zoe and Natalya are joined by CEO of Reality Defender Ben Colman, to discuss the power of synthetic media and the risks it poses to geopolitics and democracy. They discuss a recent deepfake of an attack at the Pentagon, as well as potential regulatory solutions. If you are under 40 and interested in being featured on the podcast, be sure to fill out this form. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is the Ukraine Counter-Offensive Imminent?
Michael’s guest this week is Jennifer Cafarella, the Director of Strategic Initiatives at the Institute for the Study of War (ISW). Jennifer and her team of analysts have been providing detailed reports and interactive maps each day since the war began on both Russian and Ukrainian positions. If you’re interested in what’s really happening in Ukraine, don’t miss this conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The DSR Daily Brief for May 30, 2023: Next Steps in Debt Ceiling Deal, Erdogan's Victory, Ukraine Attacks Moscow
The two hundred ninety-eigthh episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Debt Limit Bill Heads to Key Committee in First Test of G.O.P. Support Turkish election victory for Erdogan leaves nation divided Ukraine war comes to Moscow as both capitals hit by drones Spanish PM Sánchez calls snap general election after disastrous local polls Iran journalist faces trial over charges tied to Amini protests Uganda’s president signs into law anti-gay legislation with death penalty in some cases Illinois graduating class features 12 sets of twins, one set of triplets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Intelligence Community at a Crossroads: The Great Challenges We Face
Around the world and here at home, the US faces a new array of threats. They are far different from those that were the focus of our intelligence community for the past several decades. They include a rising China, a malevolent Russia, the beginning of a new technological era and profound threats from domestic extremists. On this important episode of DSR's Spy Show, we are joined by CIA and Special Forces veteran, former Deputy Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency Douglas Wise. Co-hosts Marc Polymeropoulos and David Rothkopf engage with Wise on all the above issues and the responses are deeply thought-provoking. Join us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The DSR Daily Brief for May 26, 2023: Closing in on a Debt Ceiling Deal, US and China Commerce Officials Meet
The two hundred ninety-seventh episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: White House and G.O.P. Close In on Deal to Raise Debt Limit and Cut Spending Russian rocket hits Ukraine medical clinic US, Chinese commerce chiefs raise complaints on trade, investment, export policies Turkey election: What do Erdogan and Kilicdaroglu have to offer? More than 13,000 people in England denied vote due to new ID law - Reuters survey US study finds 1 in 10 get long COVID after omicron, starts identifying key symptoms Mysterious boom rattles several South Carolina communities Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Words Matter: DeSantis Announces Candidacy
Norm and Kavita are both traveling, but that doesn’t stop them from discussing the issues. This week, in this abbreviated version of Words Matter, Norm and Kavita discuss Ron DeSantis’s presidential bid announcement, the Surgeon General’s annoucement on the impact of social media on adolescents and the Nebraska Abortion Case. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if Dems Don't Just Win in 2024, They Win Big?
Recent election results are giving hope to many thoughtful analysts that Democrats might not just be able to eke out a victory in 2024, they might be able to win by substantial margins in the presidential election and in key Senate and House races. On this episode of DSR Politics, we talk to Missouri Senate Candidate Lucas Kunce and Democratic analyst and advisor Simon Rosenberg about how Kunce can defeat Josh Hawley next year and how that race resonates with other big national trends. Don't miss this insight-rich discussion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The DSR Daily Brief for May 25, 2023: DeSantis' Twitter Announcement Plagued with Technical Issues, Turkey's Upcoming Runoff
The two hundred ninety-sixth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Exclusive: From Russia with gold - UAE cashes in as sanctions bite Turkish voters weigh final decision on next president, visions for future Wagner chief warns of revolution and says 20,000 fighters killed in Bakhmut DeSantis’s Big Moment Goes Awry With a Twitter Meltdown Democrats’ worry grows over White House approach to debt talks Embattled Macron struggles to reconnect with France House that inspired 'The Conjuring' offers camping experiences Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Is a Thaw With China Coming? And...What About that 14th Amendment?
On this week's episode of DSR, David Sanger of the New York Times, who traveled with the president's party to Hiroshima for the G7 reports back on what he saw there and Rosa Brooks of Georgetown University helps evaluate the results. Then we turn our attention to Ukraine and then the debt debate here in the U.S. It's a timely, fascinating deep dive into the issues making headlines today. Join us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The DSR Daily Brief for May 24, 2023: Russia Controls Bakhmut, Debt Ceiling Talks, DeSantis Expected to Announce Presidential Bid
The two hundred ninety-fifth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Russia controls Bakhmut, for now, but holding it will be difficult Ukraine war: US distances itself from Belgorod incursion into Russia White House believes up to 100 Dem votes may be needed on debt ceiling deal Surgeon General Warns That Social Media May Harm Children and Adolescents Russia, China seal economic pacts despite Western disapproval DeSantis set to make much-anticipated presidential campaign announcement, formalizing Trump rivalry Italian llama's 4-foot, 3-inch leap breaks world record Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The DSR Daily Brief for May 23, 2023: McCarthy, Biden Meet Over Debt Ceiling, Erdogan Receives a Key Endorsement
The two hundred ninety-fourth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Biden and McCarthy Describe ‘Productive’ Meeting, but No Agreement Is Reached Turkey election: Erdoğan endorsed by third-place ‘kingmaker’ ahead of runoff vote Russia fights alleged incursion from Ukraine for 2nd day, reports more drone attacks Fake Pentagon explosion photo goes viral: How to spot an AI image The F-16 takeoff to Ukraine will take time Ukraine courts Africa and 'Global South' as peace plans proliferate Philadelphia restaurant sets 'Gold Standard' with $700 burger Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Do We Have the CIA and FBI We Need?
There are deep challenges facing the agencies of our government most responsible for our security (from the intelligence community to the FBI, the Secret Service to the Department of Defense.) They range from changing missions, the existence of right wing extremists within their ranks, sexual harassment and more. We have a conversation with former CIA officer and FBI agent Tracy Walder regarding the nature of those challenges and whether she thinks we're taking them. In addition, co-host Marc Polymeropoulos and Walder discuss their hopeful interaction with a younger generation that may have a transformative influence on these vital parts of our government. Join us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Foreign Office: A Comprehensive Look at Wagner and Prigozhin
This week, Michael’s guest is Jack Margolin, an independent journalist and researcher with a particular focus on private Russian military companies, including Yevgeny Prigozhin and the Wagner Group. Michael and Jack discuss the motivation behind Prigozhin’s recent comments on Putin’s military and what is behind his provocations. Jack is one of the leading experts when it comes to Wagner and this conversation is not to be missed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The DSR Daily Brief for May 22, 2023: Debt Ceiling Talks Continue Today, The Fight for Bakhmut, Greece's Election
The two hundred ninety-second episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Biden, McCarthy to hold pivotal meeting on debt ceiling as time to resolve standoff grows short As hold on Bakhmut slips, Ukrainian forces push to encircle city Greek election: Centre-right Mitsotakis hails big win but wants majority EU hits Meta with record €1.2B privacy fine Beijing rebukes Japan, Britain over 'anti-China' G7 summit Russia says F-16s to Ukraine would raise question of NATO involvement Orcas have sunk 3 boats in Europe and appear to be teaching others to do the same. But why? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why? Part Two
In a special two part series of pods, we turn to some of our favorite observers and analysts of America today to ask why we have ended up where we are, divided, with corrupted institutions, half the country seemingly committed to a path of ignorance and hate. On this, the second in the series, we discuss these issues with one of the country's wisest and often wryest commentators, author and host of the Democracy-ish podcast, Wajahat Ali. It's a great, incisive, and vitally important discussion. Don't miss it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The DSR Daily Brief for May 19, 2023: Zelensky Plans Trip to G7, More Sanctions Against Russia, Other G7 Developments
The two hundred ninety-second episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Zelensky will travel to Japan for the G7, seeking arms and aid, officials say. G7 steps up Russia sanctions in bid to slow war effort U.S. officials walk back claim drone strike killed senior al-Qaeda leader Von der Leyen nudges Biden on subsidies at G7 summit S’pore says it will not hesitate to take action after UN report flags shipments to Myanmar military G7 leaders call for ‘guardrails’ on development of artificial intelligence San Diego man visits all 193 countries in the world Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Words Matter: Have We Turned the Corner on the Debt Ceiling Negotiations?
This week, Norm and Kavita discuss the latest developments in the negotiations between the White House and lawmakers on the debt ceiling. In the members only segment, they discuss some wins for Democrats in elections in Florida and Pennsylvania. Tune In! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why? Part One
In a special two part series of pods, we turn to some of our favorite observers and analysts of America today to ask why we have ended up where we are, divided, with corrupted institutions, half the country seemingly committed to a path of ignorance and hate. On the first part, we discuss these issues with two of the most distinguished columnists in America, EJ Dionne and Jennifer Rubin, both of the Washington Post. It's a great, incisive, and vitally important discussion. Don't miss it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The DSR Daily Brief for May 18, 2023: World Leaders Arrive in Hiroshima, More Charges for Jack Teixeira, Kyiv Targeted Again
The two hundred ninety-first episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Russia Targets Kyiv Overnight in 9th Attack This Month Biden declares ‘America will not default,’ says he’s confident of budget deal with GOP lawmakers As G7 leaders start to arrive, Japan PM prepares push in Hiroshima for nuclear weapons pledge Sweden scrambles to project military strength ahead of NATO bid At Japan's G7 summit, the big elephants are China and Russia Leak suspect shared classified secrets with foreigners, prosecutors say Man indicted in theft of ‘Wizard of Oz’ ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Will Kevin McCarthy Be the Man Who Killed the Dollar?
Kevin McCarthy and his band of economic terrorists continue to hold the U.S. and world economies hostage, demanding spending cuts that would gut the entire U.S. government and leave the most needy Americans in gravest jeopardy. The president continues to negotiate but also has had to head off to the G7 meeting in Japan to keep our allies from panicking in the face of our dysfunctional political system. But even if we dodge this bullet, damage has been done and the future of the dollar looks less certain. Ed Luce of the Financial Times and host David Rothkopf discuss where this can lead and what it all may mean for China, Ukraine, and other major international concerns. Don't miss this timely and important discussion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The DSR Daily Brief for May 17, 2023: Debt Limit Talks, Biden's G7 Trip, Russia and Ukraine Attacks Intensify
The two hundred ninetieth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: As Ukrainian Attack Looms, Putin Faces Setbacks and Disunity in Russian Forces Biden launches Asia trip this week aimed at taking on China Debt limit progress as Biden, McCarthy name top negotiators to avert national default EU balks at adding Russian gas pipeline ban to sanctions package Nicolas Sarkozy Sarkozy to wear tag after losing corruption appeal Ukraine denies Russia destroyed Patriot missile defense system Creepy, barnacle-covered demon dolls found — and now you can own one Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The DSR Daily Brief for May 16, 2023: Turkey Heads to Runoff Election, Ukraine Shoots Down Russian Hypersonic Missiles , Durham’s FBI Report
The two hundred eighty-ninth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Ukraine says it shot down six hypersonic missiles fired by Russia. Turkish President Erdogan heads to a runoff election that will decide who leads a key NATO country Takeaways from special counsel John Durham’s report on FBI’s Russia-Trump probe Zelenskyy, Sunak push forward on ‘fighter jet coalition’ Photos: Sudanese capital devastated by a month of brutal fighting China's April data show economic recovery losing steam, testing policymakers Florida researcher breaks world record for living underwater Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How Intelligence Pros See the Future of the War in Ukraine
On this, the inaugural episode of DSR's new weekly Spy Show podcast with Marc Polymeropoulos, Marc and co-host David Rothkopf are joined by one of the most respected officers in the CIA's recent history, Paul Kolbe. Together they discuss what to make of the recent criticisms of Vladimir Putin from within his own ranks, the likely consequences of potential instability in Belarus, and what is working for the US and our allies on the intel front in this complex and consequential war. Join us for perspectives and insights you won't find anywhere else. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The DSR Daily Brief for May 15, 2023: The DSR Daily Brief for May 15, 2023: Turkey's Election Appears to be Headed to a Runoff, Zelensky's European Tour
The two hundred eighty-eighth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Turkey faces election runoff, Erdogan seen with momentum Wagner chief offered to give Russian troop locations to Ukraine, leak says Gaza ceasefire largely holds, despite rocket fire ‘in error’ UK promises more arms for Ukraine as Zelenskyy meets Sunak on European tour France to give Ukraine more armored vehicles and light tanks, Macron and Zelenskyy announce after surprise summit Thailand elections: Voters deliver stunning blow to army-backed rule Annoyed cows lead cops to fugitive hiding in their pasture, North Carolina town says Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Legal Mashup: SCOTUS, the Trump Cases, George Santos
There's a lot going on in cases involving the law and our legal system these days and we cover it all in this episode featuring University of Texas law professor Steve Vladeck and AG Gill of the Daily Beans Pod. From corruption on the Supreme Court to the shadow docket (about which Steve has written a great new book), from the E. Jean Carroll verdict to George Santos we explore the meaning and future implications of recent developments and trends. Don't miss it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Words Matter: Justice is Being Served
EThis week, Norm and Kavita discuss the E. Jean Carroll Civil verdict and Trump’s CNN town hall meeting. In the bonus section, they discuss Congressman’s Santos’ legal woes and the latest in the debt ceiling negotiations. Join us for this timely discussion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The DSR Daily Brief for May 12, 2023: Turkey’s Election, Gains in Bakhmut, The Latest on The Border Crisis
The two hundred eighty-seventh episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Former Pakistan PM Khan appears in court as supporters clash with police Ukraine claims gains in Bakhmut after Russia denials Turkey's president has built vast power over 20 years. But he may lose on Sunday EU wants to put the squeeze on Russian crude smugglers U.S. sees record migration influx as pandemic border restrictions lift George Santos inks deal to avoid prosecution in Brazil over bad checks World's oldest dog turns 31 in Portugal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The DSR Daily Brief for May 11, 2023: The G7 Finance Leaders Meeting Begins, Trump's Town Hall, Ukraine's Counter-Offensive
The two hundred eighty-sixth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: US debt standoff overshadows G7 finance leaders' meeting F.D.A. Advisers Say Benefits of Over-the-Counter Birth Control Pill Outweigh Risks Zelensky says Ukraine needs more time for counter-offensive What to know about Trump’s CNN town hall: election lies and attacks on E. Jean Carroll US border crisis: El Paso braces for worst as Title 42 deadline looms Pakistan arrests Imran Khan’s party leaders as protests continue South Korea will be vulnerable to North’s drones for years, leak warns Sewer truck spill covers cars in poop on Colorado highway Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Isn't Now the Moment to Double Down on Helping Ukraine Defeat Russia?
Russia is showing multiple signs of weakness in its faltering invasion of Ukraine. These are complemented by continuing signs of incompetence and resentment from some close to Putin. Given these factors, we discuss whether now should be the time to provide even more support for Kyiv, setting aside our concerns about supposed Russian redlines. In this timely discussion with the CFR's Max Boot, AEI's Kori Schake and Georgetown's Rosa Brooks, host David Rothkopf also turns the conversation to a course correction in U.S.-China policy that all the members of our panel feel is a welcome one. Join us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The DSR Daily Brief for May 10, 2023: Trump Found Liable in E. Jean Carroll Case, Yellen to G7, Biden Meets with Congressional Leaders Over the Debt Ceiling
The two hundred eighty-fifth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Donald Trump Sexually Abused and Defamed E. Jean Carroll, Jury Finds Yellen heads to G7 with debt ceiling, bank crisis and tax woes in tow White House Debt-Ceiling Meeting Fails to Yield Breakthrough as Deadline Nears Imran Khan appears in court as Pakistan braces for violence Rep. George Santos charged by federal prosecutors, people familiar say EU’s Mariya Gabriel nominated to be Bulgaria’s new prime minister Turkey elections: Erdogan and Kilicdaroglu offer stark choices for presidency World not ready to ‘switch off’ fossil fuels, UAE says Likely meteorite crashes through New Jersey home Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The DSR Daily Brief for May 9, 2023: Putin's Defiant Victory Day Speech, Russian Missile Attacks, A Meeting on the Debt Ceiling
The two hundred eighty-fourth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Ukraine downs 15 Russian missiles as EU Commission president travels to Kyiv Putin says ‘real war’ being waged against Russia on lower-key Victory Day Deal or default? Biden, GOP must decide what’s on the table EU targets Central Asia in drive to stop sanctioned goods reaching Russia Israel strikes Gaza killing 13 people, including four children US on track to set record in 2023 for mass killings after series of shootings LinkedIn cuts over 700 jobs, exits China app as demand wavers ‘Freaky-looking’ fanged fishes found on Oregon beaches Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Ground Truth: What's Really Going On in Ukraine?
EAfter a brief hiatus, host Michael Weiss is back, fresh off a trip to Ukraine. He, along with special guest, former CIA Intelligence Officer Marc Polymeropoulos, discuss what's actually happening in Ukraine from interviews with military sources who are actually fighting the battles. Don't miss this timely, insightful conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The DSR Daily Brief for May 8, 2023: Russia Steps Up Attacks on Ukraine, Janet Yellen's Warning, Shooter in Texas With Ties to White Supremacy
The two hundred eighty-third episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Russia launched 35 attack drones over Kyiv, the Ukrainian Air Force says. Ukraine war: 'Mad panic' as Russia evacuates town near Zaporizhzhia plant Yellen: ‘No good options’ if Congress fails to act on debt Texas gunman’s white supremacist views eyed as possible motive All hail Queen Ursula! Pakistan, Afghanistan agree to boost trade, lower border tensions Democrat urges Justice Roberts to act over Clarence Thomas’s ‘tangled web’ Man uses $40 in lottery winnings to win $500,000 jackpot Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Words Matter: The Latest on the Debt Ceiling, Trump's Legal Woes, Clarence Thomas Payments, The Proud Boys Convictions
On this week's episode of Words Matter, Norm and Kavita discuss the latest developments on the debt ceiling, the Seditious Conspiracy convictions of the Proud Boys, Trump's legal woes and Clarence and Ginni Thomas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A Coronation Primer: A Conversation with Clive Priddle
EOn Saturday, the United Kingdom will celebrate the coronation of King Charles III. In this special episode of Deep State Radio, host David Rothkopf is joined by Clive Priddle, Publisher of Public Affairs, to break down the coronation and why the British monarchy continues to thrive while other monarchies have fallen. Join us for this primer before you tune in to coverage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The DSR Daily Brief for May 5, 2023: Another Shooting in Serbia, Wagner Leader Threatens to Pull Out of Bakhmut
The two hundred eighty-second episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: 8 Are Dead in Shooting in Serbia, a Day After School Massacre Judicial activist directed fees to Clarence Thomas’s wife, urged ‘no mention of Ginni’ Yevgeny Prigozhin: Wagner Group boss says he will pull troops out of Bakhmut Biden, Harris meet with CEOs about AI risks Rishi Sunak is failing his first major electoral test Ukraine delegate punches Russian at Black Sea meeting in Turkey Proud Boys’ Tarrio guilty of Jan. 6 seditious conspiracy A New Jersey Mystery: Who Dumped Hundreds of Pounds of Pasta, and Why? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The 2023 Harvard Youth Poll: A Conversation with John Della Volpe
John Della Volpe is the director of polling at the Harvard Kennedy School Institute of Politics, and the author of Fight: How Gen Z is Channeling Their Fear and Passion to Save America (St. Martin's Press, January 2022). He joins host David Rothkopf to discuss the findings from the latest Harvard Youth Poll, which has been conducted for over twenty years, and has provided the most comprehensive look at the political opinions and voting trends held by young Americans. The Spring 2023 Harvard Youth Poll surveyed 2,069 young Americans between 18- and 29-years old and was conducted between March 13 and 22, 2023. You can view the top line results of the poll here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The DSR Daily Brief for May 4, 2023: Kherson Residents Prepare For Something Big, Fed Rate Increase, Atlanta Shooting Suspect Caught
The two hundred eighty-first episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Military veteran suspected of killing 1 woman, injuring 4 others in Atlanta medical facility is captured. Here’s how the hourslong manhunt unfolded Ukraine residents prepare for curfew after night of heavy shelling Ukraine's Zelenskiy, in The Hague, says Putin must face justice Fed Makes 10th Rate Increase and Opens Door to Pause Sudan’s warring generals closely matched ahead of latest cease-fire King Charles III’s ‘Make Britain Great Again’ village White House to meet Microsoft, Google CEOs on AI dangers Deputies find reported 'fight in progress' involved brawling goats Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What do the Coronation, the WH Correspondents Dinner, the Met Gala and the alleged drone attack on the Kremlin have in common?
In this rapid fire edition of America's most entertaining foreign policy and national security podcast, the Financial Times' Ed Luce and Georgetown University's Rosa Brooks join host David Rothkopf to discuss some of the week's stranger international stories--like whether Putin launched a drone attack against himself and why someone thought it would be a good idea to have all the UK pledge allegiance to their new king as they watched his coronation on television. They also, of course, examine more serious ones like recent and seeming looming developments in Ukraine, the US-China relationship and a landmark speech on international economics delivered recently by U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan (which riffs in part on a column our own Ed wrote the week before.) Don't miss it. Join us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The DSR Daily Brief for May 3, 2023: The DSR Daily Brief for May 3, 2023: The Latest in Ukraine, Texas Manhunt Ends, A Belarusian Activist is Sentenced
The Two Hundred Eightieth Episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Huge fires at oil depots in Russia and Ukraine as sides press drone war Belarusian activist Protasevich sentenced to eight years in jail Pentagon leaks: we weren’t told about intelligence breach, Zelenskiy says Spike in Russian combat deaths fuels fears of worse carnage to come Hungary embarks on judicial reform hoping to unlock EU cash Texas manhunt ends after suspect accused of killing 5 found hiding in laundry pile Nord Stream: Report puts Russian navy ships near pipeline blast site Company offers $1,000 to track all the crashes in 'The Fast and the Furious' franchise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The DSR Daily Brief for May 2, 2023: Russian War Casualties, Janet Yellen's Warning, Biden Meets with Marcos Jr.
The Two Hundred Seventy-Ninth Episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: US says 20,000 Russians killed in Ukraine war since December U.S. Could Run Out of Cash by June 1, Yellen Warns ‘Ironclad’: Biden, Marcos Jr affirm US-Philippines security ties Russia throws more soldiers into Bakhmut meat grinder ahead of Putin’s Victory Day parade China's exit bans multiply as political control tightens under Xi Palestinian Khader Adnan dies in Israel jail after 86 days on hunger strike Israel launches deadly air raid on Aleppo airport: media Pas de chat: Lagerfeld’s cat Choupette won’t be at Met Gala Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices