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Good Luck Spinning Trump's Speech, Fox News! (w/ Michael Weiss & Marc Polymeropoulos)
Donald Trump's dramatic reversal on Iran policy at the G7 has left allies in disarray, while a 'deep state' network of intelligence cooperation with Ukraine continues to thrive, even under his administration.
Trump Has NEVER Faced a Mess Like Iran | The Next Level
The hosts dissect recent political appointments, media shakeups, and international incidents, framing them as symptoms of a broader erosion of institutional norms and the rise of unqualified, politically motivated actors.
Secret Podcast Preview: Republicans Are Walking Into a Buzzsaw
Republicans face a challenging electoral landscape marked by strong Democratic energy and shifting voter priorities, while Trump's chaotic political style continues to impact markets and international relations.
Trump’s Iran War Is Getting More Dangerous, Not Less (w/ Sen. Chris Coons)
Senator Chris Coons dissects the chaotic and ill-defined Trump administration's war in Iran, its unintended consequences, and the broader disarray in US foreign and domestic policy.
The Next Level LIVE: Trump Extends Civilian Annihilation Threat For Two Weeks
Hosts JVL, Sarah Longwell, and Tim Miller dissect Trump's 'deal' with Iran, framing it as a catastrophic foreign policy defeat driven by political desperation and external influence, while exposing deep-seated corruption and hypocrisy within the administration.
Red State MAGAs ASHAMED as Trump Craters (w/ Angie "Pumps" Sullivan & Phil Gordon) | Bulwark Podcast
This episode features a two-part discussion: first, an Oklahoma-based attorney and podcast co-host shares her insights on engaging MAGA voters and red-state women, highlighting the role of privilege and the rise of Christian nationalism; second, a former National Security Advisor to VP Harris analyzes Trump's chaotic foreign policy in Iran and offers a critique of Democratic foreign policy caution.
Trump’s Iran War Is A Personal Vendetta and Geopolitical Mess (w/ Erin Banco)
Reporter Erin Banco details how former President Trump's decision to initiate military action against Iran was driven by Israeli influence and a personal vendetta, not an imminent threat, leading to a complex regional conflict with unclear objectives and limited off-ramps.
Trump Says He’ll Choose Iran’s Next Leader (w/ Marc Polymeropoulos)
A former CIA officer dissects the Trump administration's chaotic Iran strategy, revealing a dangerous lack of planning, divergence from Israeli goals, and a 'brain drain' within US intelligence agencies.
Did Israel Drag Us Into the Iran War?
The US administration's rationale for its large-scale military action against Iran is critiqued as incoherent and potentially influenced by Israel's independent actions, while a major conflict between the Pentagon and leading AI firm Anthropic highlights the urgent need for congressional regulation on AI's military and surveillance applications.
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