International Relations
Discover key takeaways from 24 podcast episodes about this topic.

The Epstein Docs That Could Change Everything
This episode unpacks a federal lawsuit demanding full transparency on Jeffrey Epstein's files, the controversial implementation of Medicaid work requirements in Nebraska, and proposed cuts to disability benefits, alongside escalating US-Iran tensions and OPEC shifts.

🚨 BREAKING: UAE Declares Oil WAR On Iran - IRGC Infrastructure Collapsing
The UAE's decision to exit OPEC, effective May 1, 2026, is framed as a strategic move to dismantle Iran's oil influence, leading to lower global oil prices and new regional alliances.

John Helmer: The Middle East Will Never Be the Same: Iran's UNTHINKABLE Play, U.S. & Israel Respond
A deep dive into the complex geopolitical landscape reveals Russia's internal divisions regarding Iran, Iran's strategic negotiation tactics against a vulnerable US, and the critical implications of a US war crime at sea.

LIVE: MeidasTouch RESPONDS to MAJOR BREAKING NEWS - 4/27/26
The MeidasTouch hosts dissect the Trump administration's rapid exploitation of a White House Correspondents' Dinner incident, the corporate media's perceived complicity, and Trump's fabricated international narratives, highlighting a pattern of gaslighting and disinformation.

BREAKING: Hezbollah RAGES As U.S. Hormuz Blockade CRUSHES Iran; FBI Launches Probe | TBN Israel
The US naval blockade is pushing Iran's oil infrastructure to the brink of collapse, inflicting massive daily economic losses, while Hezbollah escalates tensions in Lebanon to derail potential peace talks with Israel.

"CATASTROPHIC Failure!" Trump Dinner Assassination Attempt & Royal Visit | With Kari Lake
Piers Morgan and Kari Lake dissect the catastrophic security failure during an assassination attempt on Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents Dinner, blaming media rhetoric while also discussing King Charles III's high-stakes US visit.

Col. Jacques Baud: Trump’s Final Card Just ENDED Israel – Full Breakdown
Colonel Jacques Baud dissects the ongoing geopolitical conflicts in the Middle East, arguing that Western leadership, particularly the US and Israel, operates without clear strategic objectives, leading to tactical failures and regional destabilization, while Iran and its allies demonstrate rational, long-term strategic thinking.

LIVE: Trump War SCANDAL ERUPTS over SHOCK Data
The hosts and guest dissect the Trump administration's 'Operation Epic Fury' in Iran, exposing alleged military miscalculations, widespread government corruption, and insider trading tied to war-related market shifts.

Chas Freeman: Israel’s Agenda Is Collapsing Faster Than Anyone Expected
Ambassador Chas Freeman argues that Israel's aggressive policies are leading to its global isolation and the collapse of its agenda, while Iran skillfully leverages its strategic position, forcing a re-evaluation of US presence in the Middle East.

Trump FURIOUS After Democrats WIN BIG Over Republicans
Democrats celebrate significant wins in redistricting and a favorable political environment, while the hosts dissect Trump's handling of the Iran conflict and internal Republican struggles.

Decoding Israel’s Superpower Ambitions | Daniel Levy | TMR
Daniel Levy, a former Israeli peace negotiator, breaks down Benjamin Netanyahu's 'Greater Israel' project as a dangerous geopolitical strategy aiming for regional hard power domination, even at the cost of weakening the US and alienating Gulf states.

David Pyne: US Navy Secretary Fired for Refusing to Sail Into Iranian Missiles
David Pyne argues that the US war with Iran is an 'escalation trap' orchestrated by Benjamin Netanyahu, leading to severe economic consequences, the erosion of US credibility, and a radical shift in regional power dynamics, all while exposing alleged deep-seated political compromises within the Trump administration.

Andrei Martyanov: Iran Just SHOT DOWN Trump’s Blockade… And Israel’s Strategy Is IN TATTERS
Andrei Martyanov asserts that Iran has effectively broken the US-led blockade, seizing control of the Strait of Hormuz, while exposing Israel's military as a 'second-rate' power and revealing the US military as a 'paper tiger' suffering from strategic incompetence and internal panic.

Alex Krainer: Trump Trapped Himself in the Persian Gulf – Iran’s Comeback Just Changed Everything
Alex Krainer argues that Donald Trump's war on Iran has backfired catastrophically, trapping him politically and inadvertently accelerating a global shift away from Western hegemony.

PBS News Hour full episode, April 22, 2026
This episode covers escalating geopolitical tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, controversial health policy changes under Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the devastating impact of U.S. aid cuts in Uganda, and growing concerns over election interference in the U.S.

Matthew Hoh: US Missiles Are GONE – Here’s What the Pentagon Isn’t Telling You
Matthew Hoh reveals the US military's critical missile depletion and the geopolitical motivations behind a shaky ceasefire with Iran, exposing a 'modus vivendi' that reshapes regional power dynamics and US foreign policy.

Ray McGovern: The Way a Long Iran War Destroys Israel and the Entire GCC
Ray McGovern argues that US foreign policy in the Middle East is primarily driven by Israeli interests, leading to a dangerous escalation with Iran that could destabilize the entire region and further erode US global standing.

Pepe Escobar: “Total Failure”: Trump’s Blockade Just Backfired Disastrously
Pepe Escobar argues that the US blockade against Iran, spearheaded by Donald Trump, has utterly failed and backfired, accelerating global economic chaos and challenging US geopolitical dominance.

Trump EXTENDS Ceasefire + DOJ Indicts SPLC | PBD Podcast #782
This episode dissects Trump's extended ceasefire with Iran amidst seized ships and Chinese aid, the DOJ's indictment of the Southern Poverty Law Center for alleged fraud, and the economic fallout from rising jet fuel costs and evolving Gen Z workplace expectations.

PBS News Hour full episode, April 21, 2026
President Trump extends a contentious cease-fire with Iran amid stalled peace talks and a naval blockade, while domestically, a Fed nominee faces scrutiny, Congress grapples with ethics scandals, and a stark gender divide emerges among Gen Z on reproductive rights and traditional roles.

LIVE: US AND IRAN MEETING CANCELLED…TRUMP FOLDS!!! 4/21/2026
The host details the abrupt cancellation of US-Iran negotiations, attributing it to the Trump administration's contradictory and humiliating diplomatic tactics, which Iran views as weak and untrustworthy.

"STAND For Dead Soldiers!" Piers Morgan Israel Debate ERUPTS Over Protest
Piers Morgan hosts a fiery debate on Israel's actions in Gaza and Lebanon, featuring starkly opposing views on military conduct, international support, and the path to peace, culminating in a tense exchange over commemorating fallen soldiers.

Seyed M. Marandi: “It’s Over” – Iran Wipes Out Trump’s Blockade Tactic
Iran asserts its defiance against US blockade tactics and military threats, warning of severe global economic consequences and regional instability if aggression continues.

LIVE: MeidasTouch RESPONDS to MAJOR BREAKING NEWS - 4/20/26
Donald Trump's erratic handling of the Iran conflict and his administration's internal chaos, including the firing of multiple female cabinet members, reveal a pattern of self-serving behavior and a 'bankrupt' U.S. security posture.