DSR: Foreign Policy and National Security

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Every week David Rothkopf and regular guests like Rosa Brooks of Georgetown University, Kori Schake of the American Enterprise Institute, Ed Luce of the Financial Times, and David Sanger of the New York Times talk about the most important foreign policy and national security issues facing America and its allies.

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Updated Sep 18, 2024
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Sep 18, 2024 · 55 min
Will Israel's Pager Attack Trigger a War or Political Consequences in the US?
The pager explosions throughout Lebanon shocked the region and the world. As more details come to light, it’s clear that the attack was the result of an extensive and unprecedented Israeli intelligence operation. So how did they do it, and what comes next? Former CIA officer Marc Polymeropoulos and regional expert Kim Ghattas join Kori Schake, Ed Luce, and David Rothkopf to answer these questions and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 12, 2024 · 40 min
Eating Dogs and Our Misinformation Moment
Election misinformation reached a new low with Donald Trump peddling a fake story that immigrants are eating pets in Ohio on the debate stage. But how does this kind of fake news come about? How much can we attribute to foreign interference, and how much is homegrown bullshit? Social media disinformation expert Renée DiResta joins David Rothkopf and Rosa Brooks to discuss where these lies come from, how they spread, and what you can do to separate fact from fiction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 4, 2024 · 40 min
If US Gaza Policy So Far Has Been Feckless, How Can It Become Feckful or Fully Fecked?
To put it plainly, the Biden administration’s Israel policy hasn’t been bold. As we near the anniversary of the October 7th attacks, Israel continues to pound Gaza with little pushback from the administration. Alon Pinkas, Kori Schake, and Rosa Brooks join David Rothkopf for a discussion on how the administration can take a stronger stance with Israel — and why it’s necessary. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 28, 2024 · 44 min
How Will Foreign and National Security Policy Figure in the Homestretch of Campaign 2024?
Foreign policy and national security featured heavily in the final day of the DNC. So how much of a role can we really expect them to play in the final stretch of the election. Rosa Brooks, Ed Luce, and David Sanger join David Rothkopf to break down how Harris can distinguish herself from Biden’s track record and whether or not voters will care about foreign policy this time around. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 14, 2024 · 33 min
Watching 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 experts Aaron David Miller and Barbara Slavin join Kori Schake and David Rothkopf to analyze the potential fallout of an Israeli/Iranian conflict and what the future holds for the region. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 7, 2024 · 37 min
What 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 Harris administration? Rosa Brooks and Kori Schake are joined by a former Homeland Security Advisor to VP Pence and current Republicans for Harris member, Olivia Troye, to discuss all this and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 31, 2024 · 51 min
What 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 Luce join the show to discuss recent simulations hosted by The Brennan Center that gamed out the havoc an authoritarian presidency would create for our democracy, and what could be done to stop it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 24, 2024 · 36 min
The 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 discuss the key takeaways from the speech and why a Harris presidency could shake-up the US/Israel relationship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 17, 2024 · 30 min
Who's to Blame for the Trump Cult?
With the Republican National Convention in full-swing, all eyes are on Donald Trump and running mate JD Vance. What do the decadent celebrations of the RNC tell us about Trump’s appeal? How will a pro-Putin running mate in JD Vance affect Trump’s foreign policy? David Rothkopf is joined by Rosa Brooks, Ed Luce, and Tom Nichols to analyze the current state of the Trump campaign and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 10, 2024 · 46 min
What Do NATO’s Leaders Fear the Most?
All eyes are on the NATO summit in Washington DC. What decisions will the alliance make with regards to Ukraine? How will President Biden perform? Former NATO ambassadors Ivo Daalder and Gen. Doug Lute join Kori Schake, Ed Luce, Rosa Brooks, and David Rothkopf to analyze what NATO’s leaders are looking to achieve — and what’s at stake. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 26, 2024 · 48 min
What They're Not Telling You About Israel's "Next War"
All eyes have been on Gaza for months, but trouble is brewing on Israel’s northern border. Tensions with Hezbollah and other militant groups are heating up and fears are mounting of a broader regional conflict. Alon Pinkas, Rosa Brooks, and David Sanger join David Rothkopf to break down the likelihood of a wider conflict, what it means for the US/Israel relationship, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 19, 2024 · 36 min
Special Episode: A World in Transition
With consequential elections coming up in Britain, France, and the US, monumental change is on the horizon . In a special two-part episode, Clive Priddle and Ed Luce join David Rothkopf to forecast the upcoming elections while members will hear from Kori Schake and Rosa Brooks on the most impactful headlines from around the world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 12, 2024 · 43 min
Ukraine at a Turning Point: Will the US & the West Do What is Needed to Win?
The western world hailed President Zelenskyy as a protector of democracy at the 80th anniversary of Normandy. But will we give Ukraine the support it needs to defend itself? Ivo Daalder, Nate Mook, and Kori Schake join David Rothkopf to illustrate why were are at a critical moment in Ukraine and what the US and the West need to do to win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 5, 2024 · 46 min
Lessons of the Very Surprising Results from the World's Biggest Election
Modi has claimed victory in the Indian elections, but the reality isn’t so rosy for the BJP. For the first time in his tenure, Modi has failed to secure the majority. Journalist Rana Ayyub joins David Rothkopf alongside Rosa Brooks, Kori Schake, and Ed Luce to break down why this election could be a turning point for India and how Modi lost his touch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 15, 2024 · 36 min
A Session with the World's Worst Therapist
There is certainly no shortage of news to make us stressed, anxious, and depressed. Thankfully Rosa Brooks joins David Rothkopf for an episode that is sure to make us all feel better, right? Rosa and David break down the ever-looming threat posed by Trump, the current status of Ukraine, the Israel-Gaza conundrum, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 8, 2024 · 41 min
The Real Arithmetic of Israeli Politics and Peace in Gaza
With Israel’s operation in Rafah underway, the Benjamin Netanyahu continues to be at odds with the Biden administration. But what does the withholding of US bombs really mean for the souring relationship between the US and Israel? Noga Tarnopolsky, Alon Pinkas, and Kori Schake join David Rothkopf to assess the current state of Israeli politics, and how Netanyahu continues to hold on to power. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 25, 2024 · 37 min
Update on the GOP Circular Firing Squad
Speaker Johnson has finally done the right thing for Ukraine. In passing Ukraine aid, the self-destructive Republican Party has inflamed the war with itself. Ed Luce and David Rothkopf break down what the aid package really means for Ukraine and how the GOP’s circular firing squad will impact the party’s chances in November and beyond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 18, 2024 · 31 min
The World at a Turning Point: A Conversation with Senator Chris Coons
From the tumult in Israel and Ukraine to widespread challenges across Africa, the world is at a turning point. Senator Chris Coons, a leading voice in the US Senate on international affairs, joins David Rothkopf on a special episode of DSR to share his perspective on the most critical foreign policy issues today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 17, 2024 · 28 min
How Should Israel Respond to Iran’s (Failed) Attack?
It’s been several days since Iran’s failed attack on Israel, and the world is still waiting to see how Israel will respond. Rosa Brooks, Kori Schake, and David Rothkopf take up the unenviable task of putting themselves in Netanyahu’s shoes to chart the best path forward — both for Israel, and the region. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 10, 2024 · 28 min
We Can’t Afford Passivity in the Face of Trump
Donald Trump presents an existential threat to the US. And Ukraine. And NATO. Should we go on? It’s time to get serious about defeating Trump in November, and there are a million reasons why. Ed Luce and Rosa Brooks join David Rothkopf to share a few of those reasons and the ways we can send MAGA packing come Election Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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