Putin, Bone Saw, and Gnomes: Inside Trump’s ‘Peace’ Board (w/ Michael Weiss) | The Bulwark Podcast
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Putin, Bone Saw, and Gnomes: Inside Trump’s ‘Peace’ Board (w/ Michael Weiss) | The Bulwark Podcast

This episode dissects the Trump administration's chaotic foreign policy, from a Supreme Court ruling against his tariffs to the perplexing 'Board of Peace' and the precarious state of US-European alliances amid escalating tensions with Iran and Russia.

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The Epstein Files Could Blow Up Everything | Shield of the Republic
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The Epstein Files Could Blow Up Everything | Shield of the Republic

This episode dissects the US political landscape, the expiration of the New Start treaty, evolving European security, and the far-reaching implications of the Epstein files, highlighting elite incompetence and geopolitical shifts.

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Putin Won Davos Without Even Showing Up (w/ Caolan Robertson)
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Putin Won Davos Without Even Showing Up (w/ Caolan Robertson)

While Kyiv faces a catastrophic winter and European leaders gather in Davos, the focus has shifted from Ukraine to Trump's potential actions, inadvertently benefiting Russia and weakening NATO.

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A Dangerous Start to 2026 | Shield of the Republic
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A Dangerous Start to 2026 | Shield of the Republic

The hosts dissect a volatile global landscape, from aggressive US foreign policy actions and European alienation to internal political shifts in Ukraine and escalating protests in Iran, warning of a perilous 2026.

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Anne Applebaum: Europe Is Preparing for an America That Turns Hostile | The Bulwark Podcast
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Anne Applebaum: Europe Is Preparing for an America That Turns Hostile | The Bulwark Podcast

Anne Applebaum details how Europe is actively 'hedging' against a potentially hostile US, while domestically, the transformation of ICE into a paramilitary force represents a significant shift towards authoritarian tactics.

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