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The DSR Network
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DNC Special Report: How Kamala Harris Has Made It Her Democratic Party
There is no mistaking it now: this is Kamala Harris’s Democratic Party. The first day of the DNC was a passing of the torch to the Harris/Walz campaign and a…
The DSR NetworkAugust 20: Joe Biden Takes Stage at the Democratic National Convention
On the Tuesday edition of the DSR Daily, we cover the first night of the Democratic National Convention, new rules that could create certification delays in…
The DSR NetworkThe Daily Blast: Suddenly, Trump’s Biggest Far-Right Allies Admit He Could Lose—Badly
Some of the biggest far right figures on the internet are deeply worried that Donald Trump is in danger of losing the election to Kamala Harris—perhaps by a…
The DSR NetworkAAI: From Kursk to Gaza and the Hallways of NATO, a tour d'horizon with national security journalist Tom Rogan
The Washington Examiner’s Tom Rogan joins Marc to discuss the lightening Ukrainian offensive in Russia, the Israel/Gaza impasse, the inability of many US…
The DSR NetworkAugust 19: Harris Arrives in Chicago for the Democratic National Convention
On the Monday edition of the DSR Daily, we cover the upcoming Democratic National Convention, a bomb going off in Tel Aviv, mpox George Santos being due in…
The DSR NetworkThe Daily Blast: Trump in Real Peril as New Polls Show Kamala Has Many Paths to Victory
Two major new polls of the presidential race released over the weekend show fresh gains for Kamala Harris—and illustrate how she is now putting the Sun Belt…
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FTS: Words Matter - Our Two Speed Country
Original air date: March 10, 2023 From the media and books to drag shows and voting, states is in the South have been trying to turn back the clock. Kavita and…
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FTA: Blowback: A Warning to Save Democracy from the Next Trump
Original air date: July 20, 2023 Miles Taylor joins to discuss his just-released book, “Blowback: A Warning to Save Democracy from the Next Trump.” Taylor, who…
The DSR NetworkSpecial Edition: Democratic National Convention Preview
With the Democratic National Convention right around the corner, it feels like happy days are finally here. With the gathering momentum of the Harris campaign…
The DSR NetworkWAGD: The We're All Gonna Die End-Of-Summer Special
Heather and Jon are back once again to pore over all things nuclear as well as Ukraine’s recent incursion into Russia. How can the US position itself against…
The DSR NetworkSiliconsciousness: AI and Ethics: Meeting the Challenge of an Unprecedented Moment
Much has been made of the concerns of AI in the future. But what about the very real problems in the present? Deputy Director of the ACLU’s Speech, Privacy…
The DSR NetworkAugust 16: Harris Proposes Federal Ban On Corporate Price-Gouging in Food and Groceries
On the Friday edition of the DSR Daily, we cover Harris' proposal for a federal ban on corporate price-gouging in food and groceries, violence in the West…
The DSR NetworkThe Daily Blast: How Kamala Will Use the Convention to Trigger an Epic Trump Meltdown
Because Kamala Harris’s presidential campaign is under a month old, Democrats see next week’s nominating convention as a unique opening to do more than usual…
The DSR NetworkWords Matter: The Paris Olympics, Chicago Convention Special
On today’s episode of Words Matter, Norm and Kavita are back to discuss the latest events in the media, from Kavita’s personal experiences at the Paris…
The DSR NetworkAugust 15: Kennedy Sought Meeting With Harris to Discuss a Cabinet Position
On the Thursday edition of the DSR Daily, we cover RFK Jr's request for a position in Harris' cabinet, a break-in to a Trump election office in Virginia, mpox…
The DSR NetworkThe Daily Blast: Striking New Polls Reveal How Kamala’s Surge Put Trump on Defensive
In some good findings for Kamala Harris, the Cook Political Report’s new polls find her leading Donald Trump or tied with him in six of the seven key swing…
The DSR NetworkWatching and Waiting: Israel, Iran, War and Ceasefire
All eyes have been on Iran as the world waits a potential retaliatory strike on Israel. But what form will the strike take, and will it even happen? Regional…
The DSR NetworkAugust 14: UAW Accuses Trump and Musk of Trying to Intimidate Workers
On this Wednesday edition of the DSR Daily, we cover the UAW accusing Trump and Musk of trying to intimidate workers, Nikki Haley's criticism of the Trump…
The DSR NetworkThe Daily Blast: Trump’s Fox News Allies Suddenly Erupt in Panic as MAGA Lies Fail Him
In recent days, Fox News personalities have begun urging Donald Trump to get more “disciplined.” Many seem to fear Trump is in trouble, as evidence mounts that…
The DSR NetworkAugust 13: Elon Musk Sits Down With Donald Trump in X Interview
On this Tuesday edition of the DSR Daily, we cover Elon Musk's interview with Donald Trump, the U.S. resuming sale of weapons to Saudi Arabia, the discovery of…
The DSR NetworkThe Daily Blast: Surprise Poll Exposes Hidden Trump Vulnerability Against Kamala Harris
To defeat Donald Trump, Kamala Harris must do far better among young voters than President Biden did. Guess what: An important new poll of young voters finds…
The DSR NetworkAAI: The Middle East on the Brink, with bestselling author Samuel Katz
Author and terrorism expert Samuel Katz joins Marc to discuss the latest events in the Middle East, to include the potential for Iran and/or Hizballah to badly…
The DSR NetworkAugust 12: Trump Lies Twice Per Minute at Recent Press Conference
On this Monday edition of the DSR Daily, we cover Trump's lying spree over the weekend, Hamas's refusal to sit down for a ceasefire agreement, JD Vance's…
The DSR NetworkThe Daily Blast: Trump's Private Anger Over Kamala's Poll Surge Takes an Ominous Turn
Over the weekend, The New York Times reported that Donald Trump is deeply unsettled about Kamala Harris’s successful launch, even as polls show her edging into…
The DSR NetworkAugust 9: Biden and Leaders of Qatar and Egypt Plan Cease-Fire Proposal
On this Friday edition of the DSR Daily, we cover Trump and Harris' ABC debate, new pandas at the San Diego Zoo, conversations over a cease-fire in Gaza, and…
The DSR NetworkWAGD: Nuclear Command and Control with Eric Schlosser, One of VP Candidate Tim Walz’s Recommended Authors
On today’s episode, renowned journalist and nuclear expert Eric Schlosser joins Jon and Heather to discuss the past, present and future of nuclear command and…
The DSR NetworkHow Long Can the Harris High Last?
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 sign of slowing down. US political…
The DSR NetworkAugust 8: Trump Now Wants to Debate Harris
On this Thursday edition of the DSR Daily, we cover how the majority of US adults say democracy is on the ballot but they differ on the threat, Trump wanting…
The DSR NetworkWhat to Expect from a Harris/Walz White House
Now that Governor Walz has joined the Democratic ticket, the race for the White House is set. What does the inclusion of Walz foretell about the policies of a…
The DSR NetworkAugust 7: Kamala Harris Selects Tim Walz as Her Running Mate
On this Wednesday edition of the DSR Daily, we cover Tim Walz going the Harris ticket, Democratic Congresswoman Cori Bush losing her primary race in Missouri…
The DSR NetworkAutocracy, Inc.: A Conversation with Anne Applebaum
Modern day dictators a far cry from the autocracies of old. Modern day strongmen are backed by an elaborate network of financial structures, surveillance…
The DSR NetworkAugust 6: Clarence Thomas Didn't Disclose Additional Flights on GOP Megadonor's Jet
On the Tuesday edition of the DSR Daily, we cover new conservative polls showing Vice President Harris pulling ahead of Former President Trump, Supreme Court…
The DSR NetworkAAI: What Happens Next in the Middle East
Following the killing of Hamas’ political leader in Tehran last week, the Middle East has been bracing itself for possible escalation between Israel and Iran…
The DSR NetworkAugust 5: RFK Jr Admits to Dumping A Bear Carcass in Central Park
On the Monday edition of the DSR Daily, we cover a Musk-backed PAC that is under investigation for potential violations of Michigan laws, a Mexican journalist…
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FTS: How to Sell to the Government with Joey Arora
Original air date: August 22, 2023 Next in Foreign Policy: Zoe and Natalya are joined this week by Joey Arora, partner at the Outpost, where he supports…
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FTA: The Ukraine War - Where are We and Where Do We Go From Here?
Original air date: August 23, 2023 Michael’s guest this week is Australian Retired General Mick Ryan. Mick is a military analyst who served in the ADF for more…
The DSR NetworkAugust 2: Trump Loses Appeal of Gag Order in Hush Money Criminal Case
On the Friday edition of the DSR Daily, we cover Chuck Schumer's "No Kings Act," the IDF failures that led to aid workers' deaths, a New York state appeals…
The DSR NetworkThe Daily Blast: As Trump Rages Over Freed WSJ Reporter, GOP Suddenly Enters Panic Mode
With Republicans running from Donald Trump’s ugly attack on Kamala Harris’ blackness, new reports paint a picture of a party that is deeply worried about…
The DSR NetworkDSR Thursday: Inside the Kamala Harris Miracle
The Harris campaign has come out of the gate with unprecedented success. Polls have swung dramatically away from Trump, and the Republican camp is reeling…
The DSR NetworkAugust 1: Kamala Harris Responds to Trump's Racist Remarks at Recent Rally
On the Thursday edition of the DSR Daily, we cover Kamala Harris's response to Trump's recent racist remarks, the release of Gershkovich and Whelan from Russia…
The DSR NetworkThe Daily Blast: Trump’s Bizarre Rant About Kamala’s Blackness Exposes MAGA’s Weakness
Donald Trump’s public statements about Kamala Harris are getting weirder. After Harris had a huge showing at a Georgia rally, he erupted, claiming that “Crazy…
The DSR NetworkWhat Do We Do When a New Trump Administration Starts to Dismantle Democracy?
While the presidential race has changed dramatically in recent weeks, it still pays to be prepared for the worst. Rosa Brooks, Pete Strzok, Kori Schake, and Ed…
The DSR NetworkJuly 31: Israeli Airstrike Kills Hamas Leader
On the Wednesday edition of the DSR Daily, we cover Kamala Harris's upcoming rally where she will announce her Vice President, a Hamas leader killed in an…
The DSR NetworkThe Daily Blast: Trump’s Ugly New TV Ad Mocking Kamala Harris’ Dancing Demands Pushback
Donald Trump’ campaign just rolled out a new multimillion dollar ad campaign that blasts Kamala Harris on immigration. Oddly, it does so in part by mocking her…
The DSR NetworkSiliconsciousness: The AI Risk Lightning Round
With any technology, new opportunities come with new perils. AI presents the possibility for both low-probability, high-risk events and more probable, less…
The DSR NetworkJuly 30: US Pledges $500 Million in Military Aid to the Philippines
On the Tuesday edition of the DSR Daily, we cover Gov. Roy Cooper dropping out of the race for Vice President, military aid being sent to the Philippines, the…
The DSR NetworkThe Daily Blast: GOPers Finally Admit It: J.D. Vance’s Weirdness Is a Fiasco for Trump
According to a new report, many allies of Donald Trump and other Republicans are now sharply second guessing his choice of J.D. Vance as running mate—and…
The DSR NetworkAAI: Part Two with former CIA legend Ed Bogan; Reflections on the GWOT
Former CIA case officer and operational manager Ed Bogan returns to the show to discuss the 20-year Global War on Terrorism, including the camaraderie and…
The DSR NetworkJuly 29: Trump Tells Christians They Will Never Have to Vote Again
On the Monday edition of the DSR Daily, we cover Kama Harris's incredible fundraising, the election in Venezuela, Trump's declaration that when he is president…
The DSR NetworkThe Daily Blast: Trump’s Mental State Suddenly Takes a Darker Turn: “I’ve Gotten Worse”
Donald Trump took his authoritarian threats in a dark new direction during two new public appearances. He suggested our next election might be our last…
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FTS: The Republicans’ Race to the Bottom with Mary Trump
Original Air Date: July 24, 2023 The Republican party is not sending their best. With the 2024 election cycle ramping up, Norm and guest host Mary Trump break…
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FTA: Making Sense of the NATO Summit and What Comes Next
Original Air Date: July 12, 2023 As the NATO summit in Vilnius comes to a close, the United States, France, UK, and Turkey have all taken bold stances with…
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WAGD: How to Get China to the Negotiating Table?
The current nuclear landscape is, in a word, dire. From Russian nuclear rattling in Ukraine to China’s expanding arsenal, nuclear proliferation could spell…
The DSR NetworkJuly 16: President Joe Biden Sits Down With Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu
On the Friday edition of the DSR Daily, we cover President Joe Biden's meeting with Netanyahu, Gavin Newsom and his handling of the homelessness crisis in…
The DSR NetworkThe Daily Blast: MAGA’s Repulsive New Attacks on “Laughing Kamala” Show Hidden Weakness
In recent days, Donald Trump and MAGA media figures have ramped up the attacks on Kamala Harris’s laugh, her personality, and her temperament. That’s vile…
The DSR NetworkInside the Miracle of Kamala Harris’s First Week on the Campaign Trail
Kamala Harris’s campaign has been an adrenaline shot in the arms of Democrats. With astonishing amounts of money being raised and a wave of enthusiasm that has…
The DSR NetworkJuly 25: President Joe Biden Addresses the Nation
On the Thursday edition of the DSR Daily, we cover President Joe Biden's address from the Oval Office amidst his decision to not seek reelection, Netanyahu's…
The DSR NetworkThe Daily Blast: Pete Buttigieg Destroys J.D. Vance’s Ugly “Childless Cat Lady” Smear
A vile quote from J.D. Vance just surfaced in which he described Kamala Harris and other Democratic leaders as “childless cat ladies,” and spun out a whole…
The DSR NetworkThe GOP Cheers a War Criminal
Netanyahu’s much dreaded speech before Congress has come and gone. So what happened? Rosa Brooks, Alon Pinkas, David Sanger, and Ed Luce join David Rothkopf to…
The DSR NetworkWords Matter: Inside the First Days of the Harris Campaign
Just days after Biden dropped out of the race and endorsed Kamala Harris for president, we are beginning to see the first signs of a new and reinvigorated…