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The DSR Network
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Episodes
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From the Silo - On the Fringe No Longer: Republicans Mainstream the Extreme
Original Air Date: July 23, 2022 On this week's episode, we talk about how the Republican Party is embracing ideologies that used to be fringe, how the media…
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From the Archive: What’s Worse than A President Stealing Highly Classified National Secrets?
Original Air Date: October 7, 2022 Recent reporting has revealed the Trump may be holding onto additional classified documents. To discuss this news and the…
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We're All Going to Die Radio - Prelude to Skynet: How Worried Should We Be About AI?
Will our AI apocalypse look like Skynet or the Matrix? Paul Scharre, Executive Vice President and Director of Studies at CNAS, joins David and Jon to shed…
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Words Matter - Rantapalooza: Norm and David are Triggered
Norm and David are not happy, and for good reason. The latest judiciary committee hearing reminds us all how far down the rabbit hole the Republican party has…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily Brief for September 22nd: Zelensky Delivers Speech to US Lawmakers
The three-hundred sixty-eighth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited In This Episode Canada's Trudeau wants India to cooperate in murder probe…
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Will the Media Help Donald Trump Win in 2024?
The purpose of the news is to be truthful. Yet the predominant feeling among the biggest outlets seems to be that appearing to be “balanced” is the real…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily Brief for September 21st: Poland to Stop Sending Weapons to Ukraine, India Suspends Visas for Canadians
The three-hundred sixty-seventh episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited In This Episode Poland stops sending weapons to Ukraine amid grain fight, Warsaw…
The DSR NetworkThe Road to COP 28: Episode 1
The first episode in our series leading up to the COP28 summit in November will be distributed in two parts. This episode, called the Road to COP28, features a…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily Brief for September 20th: Zelensky Appeals to UN Leaders
The three-hundred sixty-sixth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited In This Episode Nagorno-Karabakh forces agree Azerbaijan demand to disarm Ukraine’s…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily Brief for September 19th: Americans in Iran Freed, Biden Heads to UNGA
The three-hundred-sixty-fifth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Iran prisoner swap: US citizens freed in $6bn deal At UN, Biden…
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DSR Spy Show: Challenging the Conventional Wisdom on Ukraine and Russia
While much conventional wisdom has been optimistic about Ukraine's defense against Russia, Julia Ioffe, the Founding Partner and Washington correspondent for…
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From the Silo: Freight and Foreign Policy
Original Air Date: September 16. 2022 On this week's episode, Norm and Kavita talk about Biden's successful handling of the potential train workers strike and…
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From the Archive: BDE or LDE? What’s Behind Trump’s Attempted Theft of Classified Documents?
Original Air Date: August 16, 2022 Mar-a-Lago was searched for classified national security documents. David Rothkopf discusses the implications of this for…
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David Corn: American Psychosis Revisited
The roots of the GOP's MAGA madness go back many, many years. Author of "American Psychosis” David Corn joins David Rothkopf to discuss what may come next for…
The DSR NetworkWords Matter: Is It Time For a New Generation? The Narrative Around Joe Biden
It is no secret that the media remains hyper-focused on Joe Biden’s age and the growing desire for a younger generation of politicians. As the election cycle…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily Brief for September 15th: Zelensky to Meet with Biden, Libya Death Toll Over 11,000
The three-hundred-sixty-fourth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelenskiy to visit Biden as Congress debates…
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We're All Going to Die Radio: What Did Nuclear Weapons Experts Think of the Movie Oppenheimer?
Oppenheimer’s success has pushed nuclear weapons back into the public consciousness. Experts Alex Wellerstein and Heather Williams join David and Jon Wolfsthal…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily Brief for September 14th: Zelensky Heads to New York
The three-hundred-sixty-third episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Zelenskyy heading to New York to court the rest of the world No sign…
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Around the World with President Biden (and Vice President Harris)
President Biden and VP Harris have wrapped up dual trips to Asia, but aside from the photo ops and headlines, how effective were their efforts? Georgetown’s…
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Yascha Mounk: The Identity Trap
Yascha Mounk’s latest book, “The Identity Trap,” explores the origins, consequences, and limitations of what has been called “wokeness” as well as the creation…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily Brief for September 13th: Putin Meets with Kim Jong Un, Death Toll in Morocco Rises Above 2900
The three-hundred-sixty-second episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Von der Leyen invokes ‘call of history’ as she backs EU membership…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily Brief for September 12th: Morocco’s Earthquake Aftermath, Deadly Floods in Libya
The three-hundred-sixty-first episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Rural residents in Morocco grapple with the earthquake’s deadly…
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DSR Spy Show - Revolutionary Change in the Intelligence Community: The Technology Factor
Evolving technology promises revolutionary change in the intelligence community. Marc and David are joined this week by leading expert and former Directorate…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily Brief for September 11th: Biden Meets with Li Qiang, Kim Jong Un Visits Russia
The three-hundred-sixtieth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Biden meets Li Qiang, says China economic 'crisis' makes Taiwan…
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From the Silo - Words Matter: The Polls and Polling with Anna Greenberg
With the 2024 election cycle ramping up, we’re already being inundated with polls. This week’s From the Silo features a Words Matter conversation between Norm…
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From the Archive: The Hole Putin Dug Himself Into
As the war in Ukraine grinds on, this week’s episode of From the Archive takes us back to the early days of Ukraine’s counter-offensive with host Rosa Brooks…
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Introducing DSR's We're All Going to Die Radio
Welcome to the first episode of a new weekly pod from DSR. Each week We're All Going to Die Radio will look at the big issue at where national security and…
The DSR NetworkWords Matter - Georgia’s Special Grand Jury Is On My Mind
The latest special grand jury report from Georgia reveals recommended charges against 39 people including Senator Lindsey Graham. With Senator Graham and other…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily Brief for September 8th: G-20 Underway, North Korea Touts New Submarine
The three-hundred-fifty-ninth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: G20 members struggle for consensus on Ukraine as India gears up for…
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The Trump Legal 7 Ring Circus: Where the Action Matters Most
It's hard to separate what is important from what is spin and posturing in the many legal cases involving the disgraced former president of the United States…
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The DSR Daily Brief for September 7th: US Sends Uranium Shells to Ukraine, Mexico Ends Federal Abortion Ban
The three-hundred-fifty-eighth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Ukraine war: US to arm Kyiv with depleted uranium tank shells…
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How Do Today's Robber Barons Compare to the Robber Barons of the Past?
Super-empowered people like Elon Musk or Jeff Bezos control not just enormous wealth but the access of people to each other and major platforms that are now…
The DSR NetworkNext in Foreign Policy: Misinformation and Elections with Malika Mehrotra
Elections and tech policy expert Malika Mehrotra joins Zoe and Natalya this week to discuss the risks posed by mis- and disinformation in upcoming election…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily Brief for September 6th: Blinken Visits Ukraine, UK To Declare Wagner a Terrorist Group
The three-hundred-fifty-seventh episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: UK to declare Russia's Wagner a terrorist organization Blinken…
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DSR Spy Show: Is Espionage a Man's World?
It’s no secret that the espionage arena has been dominated by men. Former CIA case officer Laura Thomas joins Marc to discuss why this makes female case…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily Brief for September 5th: Kim Jong Un to Meet with Putin
The three-hundred-fifty-sixth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Ukraine war: Kim Jong Un 'to visit Putin for weapons talks'…
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From the Archive: Imagining the World Without Putin
In light of the shocking death of Yevgeny Prigozhin, today's From the Archive imagines a world without Vladimir Putin. Original air date: May 17, 2022 As the…
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Trump & Company Are Learning the Real Meaning of FAFO
On a special two-part episode, we’re first joined by NYU Professor and Just Security co-editor-in chief Ryan Goodman to break down the latest legal cases…
The DSR NetworkWords Matter - Back to School Special: Trials and Tribulations
School is back in session this week as Norm and Kavita tackle the latest in Trump's many trials. Trump remains the frontrunner despite a deluge of legal woes…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily Brief for August 31st: Tropical Storm Idalia Floods Coast, A Deadly Fire in Johannesburg
The three-hundred-fifty-fifth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories cited in the episode: Exclusive: China's Xi likely to skip G20 summit in India Drone…
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US Foreign Policy Scorecard
Foreign policy has been a central focus of the Biden Administration. Now, nearly three years into the administration, Georgetown's Rosa Brooks, AEI's Kori…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily Brief for August 30th: Hurricane Idalia Intensifies, Ukrainian Drones Strike Russia
The three-hundred-fifty-fourth episode of the DSR Daily Brief. Stories Cited in this Episode: G20: Ukrainian drones attack Russian airport in large-scale raids…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily Brief for August 29th: Putin Won’t Attend G-20, Mark Meadows Testifies
The three-hundred-fifty-third episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: G20: Putin tells India PM Modi he will not attend Delhi summit Mark…
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DSR Spy Show - Rep. Elissa Slotkin: In Search of America's Strategic Plan
America needs a new strategic plan. Representative Elissa Slotkin wants to make it happen. The Congresswoman joins Marc and David to discuss the situation in…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily Brief for August 28th: Gains for Ukraine, A Key Hearing in Georgia
The three-hundred-fifty-second episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Ukraine says it liberates strategic southeastern settlement First…
The DSR NetworkThe Ukraine War - Where Are We and Where Do We Go From Here?
Michael’s guest this week is Australian Retired General Mick Ryan. Mick is a military analyst who served in the ADF for more than 35 years and was commander of…
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From the Silo: Debating the Debates
In the wake of the first Republican debate for 2024, today’s From the Silo takes you back to October of last year, with Norm and Kavita discussing the debates…
The DSR NetworkThe Death of Yevgeny Prigozhin: A Foreign Office Special Episode
On this special episode of Foreign Office, Michael is joined by Roman Dobrokhotov, a Russian investigative journalist, political scientist and former activist…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily Brief for August 25th: Trump Surrenders in Georgia
The three-hundred-fifty-first episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Trump surrenders at Fulton County Jail for his first mug shot Russia…
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Special Edition: After a Lightweight Debate on to Weightier Issues
Last night’s Republican debate may not have had a clear winner, but America was the clear loser. In this special episode, David Rothkopf joins Kavita Patel and…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily Brief for August 24th: Wagner Boss Allegedly Killed in a Plane Crash, GOP Candidates Debate
The three-hundred-fiftieth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Wagner boss Prigozhin killed in jet crash in Russia Ramaswamy…
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The BRICS Without China Would Be...the Bris?
Once the BRICS were thought of as potential rivals to the US and the West. Some of them still think of themselves that way. But the BRICS have not lived up to…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily Brief for August 23rd: Putin Tries to Rally Support at BRICS Summit, India Counts Down to Moon Landing
The three-hundred-forty-ninth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: At a Much-Watched BRICS Summit, Putin Tries to Rally Support…
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Next in Foreign Policy: How to Sell to the Government with Joey Arora
Zoe and Natalya are joined this week by Joey Arora, partner at the Outpost, where he supports companies in securing government contracts in defense, and a…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily Brief for August 22nd: Biden Urges US Citizens to Leave Belarus
The three-hundred-forty-eighth episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: US citizens urged to leave Belarus immediately South Africa’s…
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DSR Spy Show: Why Alliances Matter Now More than Ever
Maintaining alliances isn’t easy; they must be nurtured on a regular basis, which takes skill and acumen. Yet even with challenges both domestically and…
The DSR NetworkSweden’s Role on the International Stage: A Conversation with Martin Kragh
Sweden is set to join NATO as Turkey drops their objections. They’ve also been staunch supporters of Ukraine in the effort against Russia. To understand…
The DSR NetworkThe DSR Daily Brief for August 21st: Tropical Storm Hilary, Earthquake Batter Southern California
The three-hundred-forty-seventh episode of the DSR Daily Brief Stories Cited in the Episode: Two injured in Ukrainian drone attack in Moscow region, nearly 50…
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From the Silo - Foreign Office: How Military Analysts Got Russia's War So Wrong
Today’s From the Silo is an episode of Foreign Office from April of last year, where Michael Weiss is joined by Philips O’Brien. We hope you enjoy. Original…
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From the Archive: The Trial of Donald J. Trump
Today’s episode of From the Archive comes from last June, and features a conversation between David, Rosa Brooks, and Ed Luce on the latest testimony from the…