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The official home of Deep State Radio, Need to Know, Words Matter, The DSR Daily, The Daily Blast, Siliconsciousness, and more. If you are enjoying this podcast, please consider becoming a member by visiting thedsrnetwork.com.

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Latest Episodes

Bill Pulte, Donald Trump’s new acting Director of National Intelligence and someone with zero prior experience, celebrated his new job with a massive purge of staff. The ODNI was created to protect Americans - is it now becoming Trump’s personal dete... more

On the DSR Daily for Wednesday, we break down big progressive victories in New York, the Senate offering a rare rebuke of President Trump, two key judicial rulings on the administration’s deportation efforts, and more.

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Donald Trump’s anger at the media over his Iran fiasco is mounting. He snapped at a reporter for noting that Americans might not support spending $80 billion more on the war, as the Pentagon has requested. Trump even dubiously claimed the public woul... more

On the DSR Daily for Tuesday, we discuss the mass firings at ODNI under Bill Pulte, the US enacting a 60 day lift on Iranian sanctions, friction between MAGA and the Supreme Court, and more.

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Recent Guests

Georgios Petropoulos
Assistant Professor in the Department of Data Sciences and Operations, USC Marshall School of Business; Digital Fellow at MIT Initiative on the Digital Economy; Network Affiliate at CES IFO
University of Southern California; MIT; CESIFO
Episode: Siliconsciousness: Who Will Find the First AI Jobs Bite the Most Painful?
Emily Horne
Former veteran of the State Department and National Security Council
State Department / National Security Council
Episode: The Daily Blast: Trump Rages over Iran Setbacks as Leaks Reveal His Seething Obama Envy
Barb McQuade
Professor of Practice at the University of Michigan Law School; legal analyst for NBC News and MSNBC; co-host of Sisters in Law
University of Michigan Law School; NBC News; MSNBC
Episode: NTK: McQuade: Saving America from a Mob-Style Government
Paolo Carroza
Law professor at Notre Dame, Chair of the Meta Oversight Board
University of Notre Dame / Meta Oversight Board
Episode: AI, Energy and Climate: The Pope's Powerful Message on AI
Molly Jong-Fast
Host of the Fast Politics podcast, commentator
Fast Politics
Episode: The Daily Blast: Trump Rages over Fresh Iran Humiliation as GOP Angst Grows: “Screwed”
Nayna Gupta
Policy Director for the American Immigration Council
American Immigration Council
Episode: The Daily Blast: Trump ICE Standoff in N.J. Takes Darker Turn with Unnerving DHS Threat
James Tallarico
Democratic nominee for Texas Senate
Texas politics
Episode: The Daily Blast: Trump Blurts Out Surprise Admission about Midterms as GOP Panic Erupts
Max Boot
Senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations
Council on Foreign Relations
Episode: The Urgent Need to Uncrazy America
Meredith Conroy
Professor of political science
California State University, San Bernardino
Episode: Right Now with Perry Bacon: Why Losing Stephen Colbert's Show Matters

Hosts

Greg Sargent
Host and discussion facilitator with a focus on political analysis and framing, often serving as the intro and guide to conversations.
David Rothkopf
Host of multiple show formats, leads discussions with policy depth and global perspective, often introducing and guiding conversations.
Riley Fessler
Co-host and regular contributor, provides field-level engagement and moderates with a balanced, insightful approach.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 2.4k ratings
  • Almost perfect

    Would have given five stars if not for Minna. Her voice is impossible to listen to. Remove her, and it’s five stars!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Cautious Clay
    United Statesa month ago
  • Most recent Words matter

    You had me at fly covered

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mpkfeedback
    United Statesa month ago
  • Woke podcast

    Wake up listening to this episode. Made my head explode. If my partner had not been asleep I would have cheered. Great work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cjjohns
    United States2 months ago
  • Love this podcast

    Reminds me of listening to David Axelrod with a little Ezra Klein mixed in. No one is shouting but there’s thoughtful, believable banter. And it’s not so done and gloom. I just discovered this podcast and I’ll keep listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lowcountyr letgo
    United States2 months ago
  • The Centre is for the fence sitters.

    Yep, Rosa said it all for me.

    If the Democrats don’t stuff up, there could be a stop to this slide into authoritarianism.

    Finally hearing some truth, the far left is about equity, equality, accountability for those who profess to lead us. It’s not communism which is as much an aberration as fascism. Thank you, DSR team, from Australia.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DiannaArt
    Australia2 months ago

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Siliconsciousness: Who Will Find the First AI Jobs Bite the Most Painful?
Q: So would you say this is a warning sign, a kind of canary in the coal mine about broader effects across labor markets or would you say this is specific to the kinds of jobs that are most impacted or most easily replicable by large language models?
The analysis points to a broader pattern where entry-level and less experienced workers face higher risk as AI tools automate routine tasks, especially in high-skilled domains; however, there is also potential for new opportunities as AI augments productivity, and the key is managing the transition with education and policy.
The Daily Blast: Trump Rages over Iran Setbacks as Leaks Reveal His Seething Obama Envy
Q: Emily, what's your reaction to that?
Her reaction emphasizes that the vote is not coincidental and reflects deeper constitutional and strategic concerns about Congress's role and the ongoing war, while noting that leaks underscore the administration's vulnerability and the potential long-term implications for American security.
The Daily Blast: Trump Push to Jail Foes Takes Darker Turn—and GOP Senators Are Rattled
Q: What are the main risks of appointing Bill Pulte to the DNI?
The main risks center on expanding the DNI's powers to detain, surveil, and prosecute with fewer constraints, potentially bypassing traditional law enforcement safeguards and undermining constitutional processes.
Words Matter: Mary Trump: Donald is Losing it Fast
Q: How should the country respond to these developments in leadership?
The panel suggests heightened scrutiny, potential policy reforms, and a push for accountability, including structural changes within the political system and media to check such leadership behavior.
Words Matter: Mary Trump: Donald is Losing it Fast
Q: What do you think is going on with Donald Trump's mental state and public behavior?
Mary and the hosts discuss cognitive decline, paranoia, and how health and aging intersect with leadership style, portraying a dangerous combination of instability and risk in public office.

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A sharp, policy-focused discussion series that covers national security, foreign affairs, immigration, technology governance, and US political dynamics. Episodes frequently feature policy experts and academics who unpack complex issues—from Iran negotiations and JCPOA debates to AI ethics and governance, to the mechanics of elections and democratic institutions. The pace tends to be calm but pointed, prioritizing nuanced analysis over partisan shouting and often weaving in geopolitical context, media framing, and practical implications for readers and listeners evaluating policy outcomes. A notable strength is assembling diverse, credentialed guests to illuminate under-discussed angles, along with a sustained emphasis on accountability, gov... more

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