125: Trump’s torched credibility on Iran

125: Trump’s torched credibility on Iran

First, Tommy and Ben talk about the rapidly escalating tensions with Iran, some good news for the protestors in Hong Kong, Mohamed Morsi's death in Egypt, a new Secretary of Defense, a trade war update, why Facebook is still being used for incitement, a 2020 update about Mayor Pete and Tulsi Gabbard, and whether Snapchat filters are the future of government press conferences. Then Avril Haines joins to discuss what it was like going from NSC lawyer to Deputy CIA Director and the legal basis (or lack thereof) for war with Iran.

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450: Biden’s Foreign Policy Farewell

450: Biden’s Foreign Policy Farewell

Tommy and Ben discuss Pete Hegseth’s confirmation hearing for Secretary of Defense, President Biden’s final foreign policy speech, and the many global challenges Donald Trump will be inheriting on his...

15 Jan 20251h 26min

449: Elon Musk’s Quest For Global Domination

449: Elon Musk’s Quest For Global Domination

Tommy and Ben discuss Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s resignation, South Korea’s growing political crisis after President Yoon Suk Yeol barricaded himself in his home and refused arrest, and ...

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Introducing: Assembly Required with Stacey Abrams

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The Pod Save The Word team is off this week, but we're excited to bring you an episode of Assembly Required with Stacey Abrams. In this episode, Stacey speaks to Dr. Céline Gounder, an infectious dise...

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448: Assad Spins His Surrender From Moscow

448: Assad Spins His Surrender From Moscow

Tommy and Ben discuss the latest developments out of Syria, including the rebel leadership’s promises to disband and focus on building the state, international delegations and journalists making trips...

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447: What’s Next for Syria?

447: What’s Next for Syria?

Tommy and Ben discuss the latest developments in Syria after the fall of the Assad regime, including the debate in Washington and European capitals about whether to talk with the new Syrian government...

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Breaking: Assad Regime Falls

Breaking: Assad Regime Falls

Tommy and Ben discuss the breaking news that Bashar al-Assad has fled Syria after rebel factions took over Damascus in a stunning sweep after 13 years of Civil War. They talk about the speed with whic...

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446: South Korean President Declares Martial Law

446: South Korean President Declares Martial Law

Tommy and Ben discuss President Yoon Suk Yeol’s sudden declaration of martial law in South Korea, how Trump and his team will approach the Syrian civil war, and why Kash Patel, Trump’s pick to lead th...

4 Des 20241h 22min

445: Israel and Hezbollah Reach Ceasefire Deal

445: Israel and Hezbollah Reach Ceasefire Deal

Tommy and Ben discuss the announcement of a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, the latest additions to Trump’s national security team, and his threat to impose tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China...

27 Nov 20241h 20min

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