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Ukraine: Two Years Of Giving Russia Hell
Returning special guest Oleksandr Musiienko, head of the Kiev-based Center for Military and Legal Studies, joins Sarah Ashton-Cirillo and Lisa Senecal to dive deep into Ukraine's defense strategy, European support, and the outcomes of the Munich Security Conference. Oleksandr shares expert insights on the critical role of timely military aid, the strategic importance of specific weapons systems, and the impact of European solidarity with Ukraine. Additionally, they explore the challenges and successes of Ukraine's military leadership, the morale of its forces, and strategic decisions on the battlefield, including maritime operations against the Russian Black Sea Fleet.
UkraineRusso-Ukrainian War
February 22, 2024
The Perennial Problem of Demagogues
"The demagogue gains power by democratic means, claiming to be a champion of ‘the people’ and making wild promises...Anyone who opposes the demagogue is labeled an ‘enemy of the people’ and exiled or killed," writes Teri Kanefield.
AuthoritarianismDonald Trump Right Wing media
February 22, 2024
A Self-Made-Up Man Defunded, Defanged, and Deranged
Robert McElvaine treats us to an annotated commentary on and translation of Trump’s post-judgment screed.
Donald Trump Mary TrumpVladimir Putin
February 22, 2024
Dems Keep Winning, GOP Keeps Struggling
Simon Rosenberg smashes the narrative that Joe Biden is behind and provides a much-needed media narrative reality check.
Joe Biden2024 Presidential Election
February 21, 2024
Ghosts of “Mistakes” Past
David Pepper breaks down some the ghosts coming back to haunt the scandal-ridded in Ohio, including the sitting governor.
OhioDayton
February 21, 2024
Read the latest Members-Only Campaign Memo from Stuart Stevens
Nikki Haley2024 Presidential Election
February 21, 2024
A GOP In Disarray
Rick is joined by former RNC Chairman, Michael Steele. And what a week for this conversation after "a tumultuous week for the Republican Party." Rick and Michael talk about the minefield Mike Johnson is tiptoeing through, the party's stance on immigration, the GOP's approach to Ukraine, and the resignation of Ronna McDaniel as party chair.
Republican PartyMike Johnson
February 21, 2024
The Races That Matter with Guest: Simon Rosenberg!
What does the Suozzi win mean for Dems in November? Simon Rosenberg stopped by to inject some hope into the discussion. Catch up now!
February 21, 2024
Podcast #101 - Fox News: You'd Think The Fani Willis Saga Actually Mattered.
Juliet Jeske is back this week covering everything you're glad didn't watch on Fox including Trump's legal problems, The Hur Report, and the arrest of an FBI informant, and their Fani Willis freakout.
Fox NewsGeorgiaThe January 6th Hearings
February 20, 2024
War, Music, And Trippi's Covert Negotiations
In a special guest episode, author and screenwriter Bill Carter joins Joe and Alex to discuss his new movie "Kiss the Future" - a powerful story about the siege of Sarajevo and the role art (including U2) can play in a violent conflict. Joe and Bill discuss their mutual connection to Bosnia - including Joe's powerful experience there. Bill shares the inside story behind the film and what we can all learn from it. Watch at AMC: https://www.amctheatres.com/movies/kiss-the-future-76053 Pre-order Bill's book, "Fools Rush In": https://amzn.to/3UGUm95
Bosnia and HerzegovinaDefending Democracy
February 20, 2024
Democracy on Trial in Georgia
"Find Me The Votes" authors and journalists Michael Isikoff and Daniel Klaidman join Rick to discuss the Georgia investigation into the efforts to overturn the 2020 election led by Fani Willis. They get into the incredible breadth and complexity of the case, from pressure campaigns on state officials and intimidation tactics against election workers to the strategic use of RICO charges. The episode also details the challenges facing Willis, Trump's reactions, and the case's implications for future elections and American democracy.
Donald Trump GeorgiaVoter Suppression
February 19, 2024
Putin Murdered Navalny. Say The Words.
Rick Wilson: "Vladimir Putin’s long hand of death reached out yesterday and struck down Alexi Navalny in a Siberian prison. The day before, Navalny seemed healthy during a video conference in his ongoing, manufactured legal torture. The Kremlin lie that Navalny 'suddenly felt ill' is the usual sort of deception told by authoritarian regimes around the world."
Vladimir PutinRussian FederationAuthoritarianism
February 16, 2024
MAGA's Taylor Swift Psyop?
Another huge win for Democrats this week in NY-03... so why is the media saying, and this is an actual headline, "Democrats' Joe Biden Problem Got Worse With Special Election Win?" Joe and Alex get into why Democrats should feel very good after Tuesday's results... and why MAGA's digging themselves even deeper. Why does history suggest Joe Biden is in the driver's seat this fall? And yes, more of your neighbors than you realize probably believe in the Taylor Swift psyop. No, really.
Democratic Party2024 Presidential ElectionNew York
February 16, 2024
Ritual Humiliation: The Favorite Sport of Autocrats
Ruth Ben-Ghiat taps into how public shaming and divide-and-rule tactics used by autocrats create toxic environments of fear and insecurity, where opportunists thrive at the expense of individual dignity and the good of the people.
AuthoritarianismDonald Trump Tucker Carlson
February 15, 2024
Democrats: Don't "Defend," Go On Offense
Sound advice from Robert McElvaine: "Call Hur’s 'Bombshell' what it is: Bullshit!" Don't miss his debunking of baseless claims surrounding Joe Biden's mental fitness with undeniable facts and accomplishments: Joe Biden tackles the challenges head-on while his predecessor's mental decline remains ignored.
Joe Biden2024 Presidential ElectionDonald Trump
February 15, 2024
Are Women And Black People "People" Under The 14th Amendment?
The 14th A states: "No State shall make or enforce any law which shall abridge the privileges or immunities of citizens of the United States; nor shall any State deprive any person of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law; nor deny to any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws." Seems clear enough - but Teri Kanefield explains that it wasn't enough to provide women and Black people equal protection or equal rights.
Human rightsU.S. Supreme Court
February 15, 2024
Dead Quiet: Ukrainian Voices Silenced
Special guest Romeo Kokriatski, Managing Editor of New Voice Ukraine, joins Sarah Ashton-Cirillo and Lisa Senecal to discuss the underrepresentation of Ukrainian voices in Western media's coverage of the war. Romeo highlights the critical importance of authentic Ukrainian perspectives in understanding the ongoing conflict and its global implications for democracy. The conversation addresses the challenges faced by Ukrainian journalists, critiques Western media's narrative shortcomings, and underscores the resilience of the Ukrainian people.
UkraineRusso-Ukrainian WarVladimir Putin
February 15, 2024
Lindsey Graham Has Always Been Weak
Stuart and Tom discuss the weakness of Sen. Lindsey Graham and his willingness to shape-shift in order to stay close to power.
Lindsey GrahamDonald Trump
February 14, 2024
Joe Trippi: With Putin, It's A Matter Of Time
Joe explains why walking away from Ukraine is an invitation to Putin to continue with criminal invasions of other nations.
Vladimir PutinUkraineRepublican Party
February 14, 2024
Tom Nichols on the devolution of the GOP
Tom joined the Strategy Session to discuss the geopolitical danger that the GOP has become and why they now are what they are.
Ron JohnsonVladimir PutinRepublican Party
February 14, 2024
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