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A podcast from Daniel Bessner and Derek Davison that provides listeners with everything they need to know about what’s going on in the world. americanprestige.supportingcast.fm

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Recent Guests

Garrett Graff
Historian, author, and journalist, nominated for several prestigious awards, including the Pulitzer and Peabody.
Host of The Long Shadow podcast
Episode: E228 - How The Internet Broke America w/ Garrett Graff
Ross Barkan
Columnist for New York Magazine and author
New York Magazine
Episode: Bonus - Dead End Democrats w/ Ross Barkan (Preview)
Gretchen Heefner
Professor of history at Northeastern University
Northeastern University
Episode: Bonus - The U.S. Military vs. the Environment w/ Gretchen Heefner
Greg Grandin
Historian and author, Peter V and C. Van Woodward Professor of History at Yale University
Yale University
Episode: E227 - A New History of the Americas, Pt. 2 w/ Greg Grandin
Gabriel Hetland
Associate Professor of Latin American Studies at the University of Albany
University of Albany
Episode: Bonus - Maduro, Trump, and Washington’s Narco-Terrorism Fixation w/ Alex Aviña and Gabriel Hetland (Preview)
Giorgio Cafiero
CEO of Gulf State Analytics, adjunct assistant professor at Georgetown University
Gulf State Analytics
Episode: Bonus - Gulf Politics after the Doha Strike w/ Giorgio Cafiero and Annelle Sheline (Preview)
Morgan Spector
Actor known for his roles in HBO's 'The Gilded Age' and 'The Plot Against America'.
HBO
Episode: E225 - From The Gilded Age to American Decline w/ Morgan Spector
Udi Greenberg
Author and scholar specializing in European political history and religion
Author of 'The End of the Schism'
Episode: E224 - Christianity and 20th Century European Politics w/ Udi Greenberg
Stuart Schrader
Author of Badges Without Borders and associate professor of history at Johns Hopkins University.
Johns Hopkins University
Episode: Bonus - The Global Turn of American Policing w/ Stuart Schrader (Preview)

Hosts

Danny Bessner
Co-host of the podcast, engaging audiences with insightful discussions on history and current events.
Derek Davison
Co-host known for his analytical approach to international relations and American foreign policy.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.9k ratings
  • Great pod

    Love Danny and Derek. Both are great interlocutors, there are so many good interviews on foreign policy and it's never softball. Love the news rundowns especially.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Looking into things! 2025
    United States16 days ago
  • Cannot recommend enough!

    Your one stop shop for news and criticism of the American Empire.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kras Masov
    United States22 days ago
  • Indispensable

    This is the only truly indispensable foreign affairs podcast for the intelligent modern listener. Eyes wide open, no nonsense truth shots of the reality of American power. Not for true believers!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joe Plebeian
    United Statesa month ago
  • Clear analysis of an empire in decline

    Fascinating discussions of America’s place in the world and how we got here.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jack Expo
    United Statesa month ago
  • Happy to be a paid subscriber

    Was hoping to be the 1,000th rater but it wasn’t meant to be!

    An excellent take on current affairs, historical events, and political philosophy. Been a listener for 2 years and a paid subscriber for 1 year. Happy to send some of my wages to these two who, in my opinion, are doing important work to push the narrative further to the left than what otherwise would be bland right of center talking points by the MSM.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rudabagel
    United Statesa month ago

Listeners Say

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The content's depth and the diverse expert guests are consistently praised, indicating high listener engagement and trust.
The hosts are frequently described as knowledgeable and entertaining, making complex subjects more accessible to the audience.
Many highlight the podcast as a reliable source for understanding complex geopolitical topics without mainstream bias.
Listeners appreciate the insightful analysis and critiques of mainstream media, finding value in the blend of humor and serious discussion.

Chart Rankings

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#145
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#189
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#173
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#97
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#133
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#139
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Special - The Gaza Ceasefire w/ Mohammad Alsaafin and Dalia Hatuqa
Q: What does this suggest about the state of Hamas two years after October 7th?
Hamas remains defiant, indicating that they are not ready to surrender and are still playing a critical role in Palestinian politics.
E228 - How The Internet Broke America w/ Garrett Graff
Q: What are your thoughts on the relationship between societal issues and conspiracy theories?
A sense of societal dislocation and collapse drives people towards belief in conspiracies.
E228 - How The Internet Broke America w/ Garrett Graff
Q: Why did you choose to focus on the Internet for your podcast season?
The Internet has reshaped American society and is crucial for understanding current polarization and crisis.
Bonus - The U.S. Military vs. the Environment w/ Gretchen Heefner
Q: What differentiates snow and ice from sand in military operations?
Both are granular materials, but they behave differently, especially in terms of how they can be constructed upon and maneuvered across by military equipment.
Bonus - The U.S. Military vs. the Environment w/ Gretchen Heefner
Q: What is the U.S. military doing about climate change?
Almost nothing, despite having amassed a great deal of data about extreme environments, which could be invaluable for understanding and addressing climate change.

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Focused on providing insightful commentary on international affairs, history, and contemporary politics, the content features in-depth discussions surrounding U.S. foreign policy and its global ramifications. The hosts engage with a variety of guests, expertly blending personal anecdotes with scholarly knowledge to cover topics such as Middle East politics, European history, and American military actions. This podcast is noteworthy for its critical examination of mainstream narratives, offering a leftist perspective free from pro-American exceptionalism, which relies on historical analysis to contextualize current events. Listeners looking for a thoughtful and informed take on today's geopolitical landscape will find valuable insights and c... more

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