Russia-Ukraine War
Discover key takeaways from 24 podcast episodes about this topic.
John Helmer: Russia on the Verge of Major Escalation — Europe Braces for Retaliation
Veteran correspondent John Helmer argues that Russia faces a 'permanent war' with NATO, driven by US strategy to weaken Russia and maintain control, while internal Russian issues and the evolving drone warfare landscape complicate Moscow's ability to deter aggression or achieve its war aims.
Scott Ritter: Israel DEFEATED on Every Front – The Fallout Begins
Geopolitical analyst Scott Ritter asserts that Israel has been defeated on multiple fronts, leading to a significant re-evaluation of US foreign policy and regional power dynamics, driven by economic pressures and shifting alliances.
John Helmer: Vance DESTROYS Netanyahu's Cabinet in FIERY Rant - Putin's Shaking Move
This episode dissects the geopolitical chess game involving US-Iran negotiations, J.D. Vance's presidential ambitions, and Russia's strategic calculations, revealing how domestic politics drive international policy.
LIVE: Moscow On FIRE - Ukraine STRIKES Russia's Infrastructure - Air Defense FAILS
Ukraine launched its largest successful attack on Moscow, targeting oil refineries and infrastructure, exposing significant failures in Russia's air defense systems and leading to widespread fires and fuel shortages.
Paul Craig Roberts & Stanislav Krapivnik: The American Blockade Is OVER - Russian Attacks on Kiev
Paul Craig Roberts and Stanislav Krapivnik assert that Israel's relentless expansionist agenda, backed by a compromised US government, is driving Middle East conflicts, while Russia's hesitant approach in Ukraine prolongs a war that could have been swiftly won.
John Helmer: PUTIN'S CRISIS OF CONFIDENCE?
Veteran journalist John Helmer argues that Vladimir Putin faces a crisis of confidence, stemming from his indecisive leadership, reliance on distrusted oligarchs for negotiations, and a disconnect between his actions and the desires of the Russian public and military.
Pepe Escobar: Iran Issues FINAL Warning to US & Israel – Immediate Decisive Response
Iran has reportedly delivered a 'final warning' to the US and Israel, threatening to detonate a nuclear device on its own soil as an 'irreversible sovereign demonstration of capability' if American threats persist, signaling a radical shift in its nuclear posture.
The Never-ending Iran Negotiation | Shield of the Republic
This episode dissects the ongoing US-Iran negotiation stalemate, highlighting the critical threats of nuclear proliferation and control over the Strait of Hormuz, alongside broader concerns about US nuclear command and control vulnerabilities and the rise of global populism.
LIVE: Russia Strikes NATO Member Romania - U.S. Holds Emergency NATO Meeting
Russia launched an IRGC-made drone that struck a residential building in Galati, Romania, a NATO member, prompting an emergency NATO meeting and varied international reactions, with the host criticizing European leadership and highlighting US 'carrot and stick' diplomacy.
Andrei Martyanov: Hezbollah Hits IDF, US & Iran Fight… And Russia Picked THAT Moment To Strike
Andrei Martyanov asserts that the US and Western civilization are in a state of rapid collapse, driven by incompetent leadership, Israeli influence, and a fundamental misunderstanding of modern warfare, while Russia executes a 'controlled escalation' in Ukraine.
Matthew Hoh: The US Just Ran Out of Cruise Missiles – What Happens Next?
Matthew Hoh argues that the US is facing a critical munitions shortage and a foreign policy crisis marked by incoherence, economic repercussions, and an inability to negotiate, pushing the world towards further instability and conflict.
Bob Kagan: We’re About to Find Out What Real Failure Looks Like | Bulwark Podcast
Bob Kagan argues that Trump's Iran policy is a strategic surrender, leading to the collapse of the US-led world order and empowering adversaries like Iran, China, and Russia while alienating traditional allies.
Col. Larry Wilkerson: US Fighter Jets Target Iranian Speedboats in Persian Gulf
Col. Larry Wilkerson dissects the escalating US-Iran conflict, criticizing US 'diplomacy by force' and the lack of clear military objectives, while also examining Israel's aggressive expansion and Russia's warnings to NATO.
Nima R. Alkhorshid: Iran-US Nail Down Deal? as Russia SLAMS Kiev with Oreshnik Missile
An analyst unpacks a proposed Iran-US deal, arguing it signifies US defeat and Israel's weakening, while highlighting a unified 'axis of resistance' and a shifting global order against US hegemony.
PBS News Hour full episode, May 21, 2026
Congressional Republicans challenge President Trump's controversial funding requests, while states like New Mexico implement new laws to prevent federal interference in elections, and a Stanford student exposes the university's deep entanglement with Silicon Valley.
Col. Larry Wilkerson: Israel's WORST Defeat Yet, it's OVER
Col. Larry Wilkerson argues that Israel is experiencing its worst defeat yet in Lebanon, leading to its potential demise, while criticizing former President Trump's erratic foreign policy and perceived incompetence regarding Iran and broader global conflicts.
Zelensky’s Press Secretary Reveals All: Cocaine, Cover-ups, and the Only Obstacle Preventing Peace
Zelensky's former press secretary alleges he is a 'malign and paranoid narcissist' who uses the war to maintain power, engages in widespread corruption, and has a history of cocaine use, actively hindering peace efforts in Ukraine.
Col. Jacques Baud: Trump’s Final Move Just WIPED Israel's Plans Off the Map
Colonel Jacques Baud dissects how Israeli and US actions have inadvertently strengthened Iran's strategic position, eroded Western credibility, and fostered a dangerous 'hate-driven' foreign policy.
🚨 LEFTISTS ARE F*CKING SEETHING 😂😂😂
The host aggressively celebrates perceived 'wins' for the right-wing, from global conflicts and domestic politics to cultural shifts, framing them as a 'humiliation' for the 'leftist world order' and a testament to Donald Trump's influence.
Congressman Thomas Massie Joins Jimmy For Exclusive Interview!
Congressman Thomas Massie details how 'Israel first billionaires' and PACs are spending millions to unseat him due to his anti-foreign aid stance, while geopolitical analyst Scott Ritter warns of an impending Russian escalation in Ukraine and US economic collapse due to the Iran conflict.
Andrei Martyanov: Iran’s Silent Weapon That Frightens the Pentagon More Than Nukes
Andrei Martyanov argues that the US military and Western elites are profoundly incompetent, leading to military humiliations against Iran and Russia, and predicting the collapse of Europe and Israel.
MAGA’s Iran War Is Cracking Apart | Shield of the Republic
This episode dissects the Trump administration's Iran strategy, revealing internal power struggles, geopolitical realignments, and the evolving nature of modern warfare, while questioning the long-term viability of current approaches.
Larry Johnson & Col. Wilkerson: It’s Over: Iran Just Wiped Out Trump’s Blockade - War IMMINENT
Geopolitical analysts Larry Johnson and Colonel Wilkerson assert that the US blockade on Iran is a "charade" and the Trump administration's military actions are leading to an unsustainable, escalating global conflict with severe economic repercussions.
Trump Admin Preparing INVASION OF CUBA, Say Iran War ALMOST OVER| Timcast IRL
The hosts and guest discuss potential US military action in Cuba, the ongoing Iran conflict, the impact of AI, and structural issues in American politics, healthcare, and immigration, offering highly critical and often contrarian viewpoints.
