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

🚨 BREAKING: Khamenei In Chaos - Infighting ERUPTS Inside IRGC - Trump Confirms U.S. Is Ready
Amidst escalating internal strife within Iran's IRGC and a nationwide security lockdown, the US has sent a direct message threatening military action if its four core demands are not met, while Russia evacuates personnel from a critical Iranian nuclear facility.

Epstein's OBVIOUS Ties To Israel Get Completely Ignored
The Young Turks assert that newly released Jeffrey Epstein files and extensive reporting reveal his 'obvious' ties to Israeli intelligence (Mossad) and the Rothschilds, which mainstream media and US politicians are actively covering up by diverting attention to Russia.

Midterms Outlook, Seattle Anti-ICE Backlash & Clintons to Testify in Epstein Probe | Feb. 3, 2026
Bill O'Reilly discusses alleged Chinese funding of radical left groups, criticizes 'left-wing' governance for deaths in NYC and Minneapolis, and debates midterm polling integrity with John McLaughlin.

Col. Larry Wilkerson: Trump Caves Under Pressure — Iran’s Capabilities Now Bigger Than Ever
Col. Larry Wilkerson asserts that US-Iran tensions are primarily a dangerous bluff by Trump, heavily influenced by Israel's destabilizing agenda, while the Ukraine war serves US interests to cripple Russia, ultimately benefiting China.

PBS News Hour full episode, Feb. 2, 2026
This episode unpacks the political and legal fallout from newly released Epstein files, the limited reopening of the Rafah crossing in Gaza, a former hostage's harrowing account, and the politicization of the Kennedy Center, alongside other critical national and international headlines.

Mohammad Marandi & Larry C. Johnson: If War Starts… Iran’s Retaliation Could Be DEVASTATING
A US attack on Iran is unlikely due to Iran's overwhelming military deterrence, regional alliances, and the devastating global economic consequences, despite persistent efforts to provoke conflict.

🚨 BREAKING: Iran Government Plane Flies To Moscow - Assassination Attempt On IRGC Prosecutor
Amid escalating tensions, an Iranian government plane made an emergency flight to Moscow, a drone attacked an IRGC prosecutor's residence, and the US deployed significant military assets to the Middle East, signaling an imminent, unpredictable conflict.

How Evil Regimes Cling to Power (w/ Stephen Kotkin) | Shield of the Republic
Historian Stephen Kotkin dissects the inherent vulnerabilities of authoritarian regimes, arguing that their perceived strength is often a facade for deep internal divisions and structural weaknesses that can be strategically exploited.

Alastair Crooke: Systemic Collapse Explained: Why Two Fronts Matter
Alastair Crooke dissects the failed US-Israeli covert operations in Iran, revealing how internal Iranian resilience and a fragile global bond market are reshaping American foreign policy calculations.

The Future of Iran: Restore the Crown or Start Over?? | PBD Podcast | Ep. 725
Two prominent Iranian voices clash over the future of Iran, debating US intervention, the role of Reza Pahlavi, and whether the nation should restore a monarchy or establish a republic after the current regime.

The TRUTH of Iranian Regime's "Victory" as U.S. & Israel Prep for What Happens Next | TBN Israel
The Iranian regime's declaration of 'victory' over internal protests is a facade, as the US and Israel reposition significant military assets for a potential decisive strike, while regional allies fear the unpredictable 'day after' scenario.

Alex Krainer: This Military Comeback Changes Everything
Alex Krainer argues that the Trump administration is systematically dismantling the post-World War II global order, creating a chaotic but potentially multipolar world, while navigating complex geopolitical pressures from factions within the US, UK, and Israel.

Europe Is Planning for a Post-America World (w/ Fiona Hill) | The Bulwark Podcast
Fiona Hill details how Europe is actively preparing for a post-America world, driven by US unreliability and Trump's disruptive foreign policy, leading to a "rupture" in global alliances and potential nuclear proliferation.

Retired General Breaks Down Trump’s Davos Speech | Command Post
Retired General Mark Hertling and Ben Parker dissect former President Trump's Davos speech, revealing critical misinterpretations of military strategy, international relations, and domestic troop deployment.

IHIP News: Trump FACEPLANTS at Davos as World Leaders LAUGH AT HIM!
This episode dissects Donald Trump's controversial Davos appearance, framing his gaffes and rhetoric as symptoms of a leader surrounded by loyalists, eroding international alliances, and accelerating America's decline while China rises.

The Worst Interview of the Trump Administration So Far
The host dissects Treasury Secretary Scott Bessant's 'embarrassing' attempts to justify former President Trump's threats against Europe over Greenland, highlighting the administration's aggressive and illogical foreign policy stance.

Paul Craig Roberts: Full Scale Chaos: How We Got Here So Fast
Paul Craig Roberts argues that US foreign policy, driven by Israeli interests and neoconservative global hegemony, is pushing the world towards a dangerous escalation by targeting Iran to destabilize Russia and disrupt China's economic ambitions.

Larry C. Johnson & Pepe Escobar: Iran’s Ultimate Defense Plan: The End of Conventional War?
This episode dissects a failed US-led hybrid intelligence operation against Iran, revealing a coordinated economic attack, propaganda campaign, and internal destabilization efforts, alongside a critical analysis of US-Europe relations and the challenges of de-dollarization.

Top U.S. & World Headlines — January 9, 2026
A Democracy Now report details escalating tensions surrounding ICE operations in the US, controversial US foreign policy moves regarding Venezuela and Greenland, and ongoing global conflicts, highlighting a disregard for international law and domestic accountability.

Trump RISKS presidency with FATAL MISTAKE
Brian Tyler Cohen argues that Trump's alleged imperialist foreign policy in Venezuela and threats against Greenland are driven by ego and donor interests, ultimately empowering adversaries like China and destabilizing global alliances.

Trump seizes Russian tanker as impeachment calls grow
David Pakman dissects the Trump administration's aggressive foreign policy moves, internal Republican fractures, and Trump's increasingly authoritarian rhetoric, questioning whether these are calculated strategies or signs of systemic dysfunction.

Col. Daniel Davis: Trump’s Venezuela Disaster - Greenland Proves NATO Is Collapsing
Colonel Daniel Davis dissects the Trump administration's aggressive, transactional foreign policy, arguing it lacks coherence, risks global conflict, and is based on a dangerous overestimation of US military capabilities.

Foreign Reporters STUNNED After US Seizes Venezuela-Russian Flagged Oil Tanker Despite WARNINGS!
The US military, backed by UK forces, seized a Venezuela-Russia flagged oil tanker, the 'Bella One' (later 'Marinera'), despite Russian warnings, escalating geopolitical tensions and challenging perceived Russian influence.

Scott Ritter & Pepe Escobar: Trump’s Venezuela Strategy Is Falling Apart
Scott Ritter and Pepe Escobar dissect the Trump administration's aggressive foreign policy, framing recent actions in Venezuela and against Russia as illegal acts of piracy and war, driven by a 'might makes right' doctrine and a strategy to control global resources.