Iran
Discover key takeaways from 24 podcast episodes about this topic.

Joe Lonsdale - Strait of Hormuz, China's Secret Move on Cuba and the AI Weapons Race | SRS #302
Joe Lonsdale, co-founder of Palantir and 8VC, details the geopolitical chessboard, from combating radical Islamists in Africa to the US's AI-driven military resurgence, while also highlighting AI's transformative potential for healthcare, manufacturing, and infrastructure.

Saudis Turn On Trump; DCCC Meddles In California w/ Mohammad Ali Shabani, Randy Villegas | MR Live
Saudi Arabia and other Gulf states are re-evaluating their alliances and security commitments with the US under Trump, while a progressive candidate in California faces DCCC opposition despite strong grassroots support.

Matthew Hoh: Why America’s Missile Stockpile Just Hit less than 10%
Matthew Hoh argues that the US military, mired in 20th-century warfare concepts and facing depleted missile stockpiles, is vulnerable to 21st-century adversaries like Iran, leading to economic repercussions and a weakened global standing.

Trump's "Project Freedom" Was Scrapped in 24 Hours (w/ Arash Azizi & Jodi Kantor) | Bulwark Podcast
This episode delivers a dual deep-dive into Iran's complex geopolitical landscape and the internal workings of the US Supreme Court, alongside practical advice for navigating a challenging modern job market.

“Trump has FAILED!” Victor Davis-Hanson vs Professor Roy Casagranda On Iran | With Mohammed Marandi
Two eminent historians and an Iranian professor fiercely debate whether the US-Iran conflict under Trump has strengthened American global standing or signaled its imperial decline, with sharp disagreements on military outcomes, economic impact, and regional alliances.

Laith Marouf: Hezbollah Launches MASSIVE Air & Ground Assault – Israel’s Buffer Zone Plan Destroyed
Hezbollah's advanced military capabilities and indigenous manufacturing are inflicting heavy losses on Israeli forces, effectively destroying Israel's buffer zone ambitions and reshaping regional power dynamics, while exposing the fragility of Western-backed Arab monarchies.

LIVE: Multiple Explosions In Iran - IRGC Attacks UAE Again - Trump Ready To Launch
Secretary of State Marco Rubio details the US's 'Project Freedom' to counter Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, outlining a defensive military operation, crippling economic sanctions, and diplomatic efforts to restore global trade and prevent nuclear proliferation.

Col. Larry Wilkerson: Iran ROCKS Two U.S. Destroyers – 30 Refueling Jets Airborne! WAR IS HERE
Col. Larry Wilkerson dissects the US's precarious military posture in the Strait of Hormuz, exposing a disconnect between official rhetoric and operational reality, while highlighting a rapid global power shift away from the US dollar.

Trump’s Non-Strategy In Iran; True Independent Journalism w/ Amy Goodman | MR Live
This episode dissects the Trump administration's incoherent Iran policy and features an interview with Amy Goodman on the critical role and challenges of independent journalism, drawing on her experiences covering massacres and protests.

Trump Wants $1 BILLION in Taxpayer Money for His Ballroom | Morning Shots Live
The Bulwark hosts dissect how Republicans are pushing a $1 billion taxpayer-funded 'East Wing modernization' for Trump's vanity ballroom, while simultaneously navigating a tense standoff with Iran and Ukraine's surprising resilience.

🚨 TRUMP SNAPPED. THE LEFT IS F*CKING OVER. 😭😭😭
The host asserts that 'radical honesty' is the solution to societal decay, framing geopolitical conflicts and domestic political polarization as a battle against a 'leftist' agenda that promotes violence, immorality, and the destruction of Western civilization.

John Helmer: China’s Unthinkable Move, Iran’s Response to US, New Middle East Reality
Geopolitical analyst John Helmer dissects Trump's Middle East strategy, Iran's countermoves in the Strait of Hormuz, and the potential for a US-China 'hegemonic partnership' at the expense of Russia and Iran.

Bill Maher Faceplants While Attacking Jimmy Dore & Rogan!
Jimmy Dore and Ray McGovern dismantle Bill Maher's perceived intellectual laziness and then expose the suppressed truth about Iran's devastating strikes on US military bases and the shifting global power dynamics.

BREAKING: Arab States Prepare To Launch Attack In Iran - Israel On Standby
Following renewed Iranian missile and drone attacks on the UAE, Saudi Arabia and the UAE are discussing retaliation, while the US maintains its blockade strategy and Israel remains on high alert, amidst a perceived Iranian desire for war.

Lt. Col. Anthony Aguilar: Iran Strikes UAE – Fujairah on Fire, Air Defenses Active
Lt. Col. Anthony Aguilar breaks down the escalating military tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, detailing Iran's missile capabilities, US naval strategy, and the potential for a wider regional conflict involving the UAE, Israel, and Saudi Arabia.

BREAKING: IRGC Launch WAR On UAE - Missiles From Iran Target Dubai - U.S. Navy Enter Hormuz
Iran's IRGC launched a major preemptive missile and drone attack on the UAE and international vessels, leading to immediate US military retaliation and an anticipated severe response from the UAE, potentially involving an Arab coalition.

Daily Wire Layoffs + Tucker Called Out | PBD #790
This episode dives into the geopolitical chess game in the Strait of Hormuz, dissects the business missteps behind Daily Wire's layoffs, and critiques controversial judicial and economic policies, all while emphasizing the importance of principled leadership and media accountability.

Larry Johnson: BREAKING: Iran Fires Anti-Ship Ballistic Missiles at US Warship USS Canberra
Larry Johnson asserts that Iran has effectively shut down the Strait of Hormuz, rendering US efforts to reopen it futile and predicting a severe escalation of conflict with significant economic and geopolitical repercussions.

BREAKING: Trump Deploys Military Towards Iran - IRGC Deal FAILS - U.S. Confirms 'Project Freedom'
President Trump rejected Iran's latest peace proposal and launched 'Project Freedom' to liberate the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions as Iran issues contradictory threats and deadlines.

Iran Sets Negotiation Terms | Jeremy Scahill | TMR
Jeremy Scahill reveals how Iran's sophisticated negotiation strategy and robust institutional structure allowed it to outmaneuver the US in recent talks, exposing American diplomatic incompetence and Israeli intelligence manipulation.

Patrick Henningsen: Iran’s CHILLING Message to Trump – Ships Turning Back Near Hormuz
Patrick Henningsen argues that the US's current geopolitical strategy, particularly regarding Iran and Russia, is a self-destructive path leading to economic collapse and the erosion of American global influence, while inadvertently strengthening its adversaries.

BREAKING: U.S. Seeks To UNLEASH New Hypersonic Missile In Iran; Regime Vows Retaliation | TBN Israel
The U.S. is deploying a new hypersonic missile and enforcing a severe naval blockade on Iran, leading to economic strangulation, internal regime struggles, and heightened regional tensions across multiple fronts.

BREAKING: U.S. HARDENS Hormuz Blockade, REJECTS Iran Offer; IDF Raids Hezbollah | TBN Israel
The US has intensified its naval blockade on Iran, rejecting negotiation offers and leveraging economic pressure to force a nuclear surrender, while Israel conducts significant operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon.

New Fed Chair; Building Political Solidarity w/ Liz Pancotti, Yuh-Line Niou | MR Live
This episode dissects the complex economic and political landscape, from the controversial transition of the Fed Chair and US foreign policy in Iran to the critical need for progressive solidarity and actionable policy in New York State.