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The DSR Network
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FTS: Words Matter - The Impending Border Battle
Original air date: January 31, 2024 Greg Abbott and the House Republicans are using the border as a political poker chip, with disastrous implications for…
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FTA: What Do You Do With A Problem Like Bibi?
Original air date: January 19, 2024 Benjamin Netanyahu just can’t help but make trouble for the US. Netanyahu’s recent statements rejecting the idea of a…
The DSR NetworkWAGD: Trump's Impact on the Global Nuclear Stage with Jeffrey Lewis
This week’s episode of We’re All Going to Die Radio features a discussion with Jeffrey Lewis, longtime friend and Director of the East Asia program at the…
The DSR NetworkSiliconsciousness: A Fork in the Road on AI: Evaluating Alternative Futures
Do we want a Star Trek future or a Mad Max future? With the power of artificial intelligence, either is possible. Best selling author and Vionix Biosciences…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily for January 24: Birthright Citizenship Restrictions Blocked
On the DSR Daily for Friday, we discuss a judge temporarily blocking Trump’s birthright citizenship restrictions, Pete Hegseth advancing to a final Senate…
The DSR NetworkWhy Do Democrats Suck?
The Democrats’ response to the first few days of the Trump has sucked. Now is the time to fight harder than ever, but many Democrats seem to be sitting on the…
The DSR NetworkThe Daily Blast: Already, Trump Suffers Harsh Rebuke in Court—Here’s Why More Is Coming
Donald Trump suffered his first legal setback Thursday when a federal judge temporarily blocked Trump’s executive order ending birthright citizenship. The…
The DSR Network72 Hours In to Trump 2.0: In the Words of the Old Joke..."So far, so good."
An old joke describes a guy who jumps off the Empire State Building who passes by a window on the 50th Floor from which an observer yells to him, "How're you…
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The DSR Daily for January 23: House Passes Immigration Detention Bill
On the DSR Daily for Thursday, we break down the House passing the Laken Riley Act, a new memo directing federal prosecutors to go after local authorities…
The DSR NetworkThe Daily Blast: CNN Anchor Wrecks Trump Defender in Brutal On-Air Shaming Over Jan. 6
With Republicans struggling to spin Donald Trump’s pardon of 1,500 rioters who attacked the Capitol, CNN anchor Jim Acosta had a remarkable exchange with GOP…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily for January 22: Trump Tries to Axe Birthright Citizenship
On the DSR Daily for Wednesday, we discuss Trump’s attempt to end birthright citizenship, the plan to implement tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico, the…
The DSR NetworkThe Daily Blast: Trump Angered by Female Bishop’s Stunning Criticism Right to His Face
In an extraordinary moment on Tuesday, Donald Trump was treated to a sermon in Washington by Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde, who urged him to show mercy toward the…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily for January 21: Trump’s First Day Back
On the DSR Daily for Tuesday, we cover all the big headlines from the first day of Trump’s inauguration and first executive actions. Learn more about your ad…
The DSR NetworkWM: Hearings, Hypocrisy, and the Inauguration
The clock is ticking down towards Donald Trump’s inauguration, and we are already witnessing the first steps of his second term. Norm and Kavita are here to…
The DSR NetworkThe Daily Blast: Suddenly, Trump Allies Quietly Admit He May Not Have a Huge “Mandate”
Donald Trump insists he has a massive “mandate.” But The New York Times reports that his allies worry that big initiatives like mass deportations might not…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily for Jan 20: Inauguration Day
On the DSR Daily for Monday, we cover all things inauguration. From executive orders, to who is skipping the inauguration, and more. Looking for more from the…
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FTS: AAI - The View from the Pentagon: What's Next In the Mideast, Ukraine, on China and on AI?
Original air date: January 22, 2024 Has the US response to attacks on our troops and ships, been adequate? Are the attacks against Houthis too little too…
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FTA: Biden is Israel's Most Popular Politician. How Should He Use That Influence?
Original air date: January 24, 2024 Whereas Benjamin Netanyahu is struggling with flagging domestic support , Joe Biden is the most popular politician in…
The DSR NetworkWAGD: What the Hell is Happening in South Korea?
On today’s episode of We’re All Going to Die Radio, Jon is joined by friends and collaborators Jenny Town of the Stimson Center and Dr. Toby Dalton of the…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily for January 17: Ceasefire to Begin Sunday
On the DSR Daily for Friday, we cover the start date for the Gaza ceasefire, day 3 of the Trump Cabinet hearings, Biden commuting a record number of nonviolent…
The DSR NetworkThe Daily Blast: Trump Humiliates Nikki Haley in Epic New Rant—but Also Sends a Warning
This week, Donald Trump ranted that no one with ties to certain Republicans who have criticized him will get jobs in the new government. The inclusion of Nikki…
The DSR NetworkWhat is the Future of Pro-Democracy Media?
With traditional media outlets like the Washington Post bending the knee to Donald Trump, what is in store for the future of pro-democracy media? Jen Rubin and…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily for January 16: Biden Gives Farewell Address
On the DSR Daily for Thursday, we break down President Biden’s farewell address, the ‘last minute crisis’ holding up approval of the Gaza truce, the latest…
The DSR NetworkThe Daily Blast: Trump AG Pick Accidentally Reveals a Dark, Ugly Truth About 2025 Plans
At her confirmation hearing Wednesday, Donald Trump’s pick for attorney general, Pam Bondi, sought in some ways to project an apolitical aura. But Bondi also…
The DSR NetworkThe Truth Behind the Israel/Hamas Deal
After more than a year of conflict, a ceasefire deal has been reached between Israel and Hamas. So what now? What does it mean? Is it a long-term solution, or…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily for January 15: Hegseth’s Confirmation Hearing
On the DSR Daily for Wednesday, we discuss Pete Hegseth’s turbulent confirmation hearing, Trump advisers admitting a peace deal is months away, Trump’s plans…
The DSR NetworkThe Daily Blast: Trump’s Rage at Jack Smith Weirdly Escalates as MAGA Threats Darken
After Jack Smith released his final report on Donald Trump’s insurrection, Trump erupted, gloating over the failure to prosecute him. Meanwhile, Trump’s pick…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily for January 14: Jack Smith Report Revelations
On the DSR Daily for Tuesday, we cover the revelations from Jack Smith’s report, new progress on a ceasefire agreement in Gaza, the latest on efforts to…
The DSR NetworkThe Daily Blast: Paul Krugman: Trump Voters Are Already Getting “Brutally Scammed”
Donald Trump recently declared that the U.S. is a “disaster” and a “laughingstock all over the world.” In reality, by many metrics, the economy is quite good…
The DSR NetworkAAI: Will Europe Step Up on Ukraine?
In the midst of an unsure America on the world stage, can and will Europe step up on Ukraine? Which countries and leaders should we hope to lead? Will there be…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily for January 13: One Week Until Inauguration
On the DSR Daily for Monday, we discuss Biden’s discussions with Netanyahu on ceasefire progress, Jack Smith’s resignation from the Justice Department, the…
The DSR NetworkThe Daily Blast: Bannon’s Rage at Musk Suddenly Goes Nuclear as MAGA Meltdown Worsens
Over the weekend, Steve Bannon’s fury at Elon Musk truly went off the rails. Bannon, who has been feuding with Musk over immigration, vowed that he will run…
The DSR NetworkData Justice is About “Us”: A Look to the Year Ahead
The fight for data justice has taken on new dimensions with the advent of AI. As technology advances faster than lawmakers can keep up, however do we ensure…
The DSR NetworkIs This Iran’s Last Chance? Discussing Iran’s Nuclear Future with Richard Nephew
Columbia University Senior Research Scholar Richard Nephew joins Jon Wolfsthal on the first 2025 episode of We're All Going To Die Radio. They discuss Richard…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily for January 10: Trump to be Sentenced
On the DSR Daily for Friday, we break down the Supreme Court denying Trump’s appeal to halt his sentencing, false narratives spreading around the L.A. fires, a…
The DSR NetworkThe Daily Blast: Jamie Raskin’s Harsh Takedown of Trump-Alito Phone Call Draws Blood
This week, we learned that Supreme Court justice Samuel Alito spoke privately with Donald Trump to recommend a former clerk for a job. Jamie Raskin just tore…
The DSR NetworkFact-Checking Zuck and His Pals on Fact-Checking
Mark Zuckerberg announced major changes in Meta’s policies on fact-checking, hate speech, and more. Are these sweeping changes an indication of Zuck bending…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily for January 9: Lebanon Elects New President
On the DSR Daily for Thursday, we discuss the ongoing fires in Los Angeles, Lebanon electing a new president after years of political paralysis, Trump-induced…
The DSR NetworkThe Daily Blast: Trump’s Ugly, Hateful Eruptions Over CA Wildfires Hint at Darker Story
With wildfires raging in Los Angeles, Donald Trump unleashed some ugly and hateful tirades on Truth Social. He attacked California Governor Gavin Newsom with a…
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83-40 or Fight? What to Make of Trump's New American Imperialism
If Donald Trump’s recent statements are anything to go by, we’re about to enter a new age of American imperialism. But how much stock should we really put into…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily for January 8: Wildfire Rages in LA
On the DSR Daily for Wednesday, we discuss Donald Trump requesting the Supreme Court block sentencing in his hush money case, a spreading wildfire in Los…
The DSR NetworkThe Daily Blast: Trump’s Angry, Unhinged Rants at Presser Show Things Will Get Very Bad
At a press conference on Tuesday, Donald Trump signaled that things are about to get very, very ugly. He wouldn’t rule out using military force to annex…
The DSR NetworkGet Ready for a Totally Turbulent 2025
If Donald Trump’s press conference at Mar-a-Lago was any indication, we’re in for a wild 2025. From threatening military action against US allies to fueling…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily for January 7: Judge Rejects Trump's Bid To Delay Sentencing
On the DSR Daily for Tuesday, we cover a New York judge denying Donald Trump's request to delay his sentencing on January 10, the U.S. Congress officially…
The DSR NetworkThe Daily Blast: Trump Is Already Showing Us Exactly How He’ll Screw Over Mike Johnson
With a few big moves in recent days, Donald Trump is already showing how he’ll make life miserable for Republicans in Congress, particularly Mike Johnson. He’s…
The DSR NetworkThe Goldilocks Strategy: Unpacking the Biden Legacy in Ukraine
As President Biden prepares to leave office, one of the most consequential foreign policy challenges of his administration remains unresolved: the Russian…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily for January 6: Trudeau Likely To Step Down
On the DSR Daily for Monday, we cover Justin Trudeau's increasing likeliness to step down, Mike Johnson's announcement to pass President-elect Trump's agenda…
The DSR NetworkThe Daily Blast: Trump’s Rage Over His Sentencing Suddenly Takes a Dark, Unnerving Turn
Over the weekend, Donald Trump unleashed an angry new rant over the news that his sentencing for his hush money conviction will proceed this week. Buried in…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily for January 3: Mike Johnson Faces Crucial Vote
On the DSR Daily for Friday, we discuss Mike Johnson’s first test in the new congress, Biden’s rejection of Nippon Steel’s acquisition of US Steel, South…
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What Fresh Hell Is This? A Preview of the New Congress
New year, new congress. As Republicans take control of both houses, what can we expect over the next few months? Norm Ornstein joins David Rothkopf to break…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily for January 2: Latest from New Orleans Attack
On the DSR Daily for Thursday, we cover the false narratives around the attack in New Orleans, a Tesla truck explosion outside of Trump’s hotel in Vegas, new…
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FTA: Can it Get Any Crazier Than This?
Original Air Date: November 14 Trump’s cabinet picks reach new heights of awfulness. From Matt Gaetz to Elise Stefanik, it’s a veritable who’s who of MAGA…
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FTA: What Democrats Must Learn from the Election
Original Air Date: November 7, 2024 The election is over, and we lost. Now it’s time to get up off the mat and get back to work. Simon Rosenberg and Tara…
The DSR NetworkFTS: The Daily Blast: MAGA Dimwit Tommy Tuberville Blurts Out Awkward Truth About Trump, GOP
Original air date: December 6, 2024 Points for candor to Senator Tommy Tuberville. On Thursday, he admitted he thinks Trump should vet his own nominees…
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FTA: How Low Can They Go: Plumbing the Depths of GOP Depravity
Original Air Date: September 20, 2024 Donald Trump is a crummy candidate, but he’s certainly not the only example of rot in the Republican Party. With so much…
The DSR NetworkFTS: The Daily Blast: Trump Rants at Rally Worsen as NYT Reveals New Signs of Mental Decline
Original air date: October 7, 2024 On Sunday, The New York Times published an extraordinary piece detailing Donald Trump’s deteriorating mental state…
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FTA: How Can We Tell Who's Really Winning in Campaign 2024?
Original Air Date: September 12, 2024 We’re on a Hopium high after Kamala Harris’s stellar debate performance. With a deluge of new polls on the horizon…
The DSR NetworkFTS: The Daily Blast: Trump Rages at Female Voters in Epic Rants Amid Sudden New Poll Drop
Original air date: September 23, 2024 In two bizarre rants over the weekend, Donald Trump openly fumed about female voters, lecturing them about why they…
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FTA: How Long Can the Harris High Last?
Original Air Date: August 8, 2024 We’re on a hopium high we haven’t felt in a long time. The Harris/Walz campaign has enjoyed success after success, with so…
The DSR NetworkFTS: The Daily Blast: As Trump Rages Over Freed WSJ Reporter, GOP Suddenly Enters Panic Mode
Original air date: August 2, 2024 With Republicans running from Donald Trump’s ugly attack on Kamala Harris’ blackness, new reports paint a picture of a party…