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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

Donald Trump is becoming more and more dangerous as his physical and mental health unravels. This cognitive decline, however, has serious implications for American democracy, far beyond simply falling asleep during meetings. Mary Trump joins David Ro... more

After the House voted to direct Donald Trump to end the Iran war, he exploded at the four Republicans who turned against him, terming them “grandstanders” who “should be ashamed of themselves.” This comes as The New York Times reports that extensive ... more

American Democracy is more corrupt than ever. Trump and his allies are acting like the mob — making as much money as they can and breaking anything in their way. So what can we do to stop them? Barb McQuade’s new book, The Fix, is here to provide an ... more

On the DSR Daily for Thursday, we break down the House finally passing a war powers resolution, an impending nomination of Todd Blanche as Attorney General, a damning report on the National Guard presence in DC, and more.

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Recent Guests

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
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Episode: The Daily Blast: Trump Blurts Out Surprise Admission about Midterms as GOP Panic Erupts
Meredith Conroy
Professor of political science
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Episode: Right Now with Perry Bacon: Why Losing Stephen Colbert's Show Matters
Jason Linkins
Deputy Editor at The New Republic, introduced as such
The New Republic
Episode: The Daily Blast: Trump Tirades Take Unhinged Turn as His Epic Poll Collapse Rattles GOP
Jessica Chen Weiss
David M. Lampton Professor of China Studies at Johns Hopkins SAIS; inaugural Faculty Director of the Institute for America, China, and the Future of Global Affairs at SAIS
Johns Hopkins University SAIS
Episode: NTK: A Different (Smarter) Perspective on China
David Sanger
Correspondent for The New York Times, guest analyst
The New York Times
Episode: Trump’s Answer for Every Screw Up Seems to Be a New Screw Up
David Faris
Political scientist
The Nation
Episode: The Daily Blast: Trump Rages Wildly at Journo—and Accidentally Exposes Big Iran Blunder
Norm Ornstein
Political scientist and scholar often appearing on Washington policy programs
American Enterprise Institute (AEI)
Episode: Words Matter: Gerrymandermaxxing: Can Dems Still Win in November?
Rush Doshi
CV Star Senior Fellow for Asia Studies and Director of the China Strategy Initiative at the Council on Foreign Relations
Council on Foreign Relations
Episode: NTK: The Real Significance of the Trump China Summit

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
  • 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 Statesa month 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
  • Love this podcast

    I appreciate listening to a podcast that truly teaches me while I listen to. So informative and doesn’t rattle my nerves like the ones where someone is always yelling and talking over each other. That is so annoying!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nifty50yumnotdumb
    United States2 months ago
  • I can’t listen to words anymore

    Norm is the one expressing important reactions to issues and David Rothwhats his name interrupts, criticizes, calls him a downer. Also, I was going to subscribe because the adds are awful, but not so sure anymore.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mpkfeedback
    United States3 months ago

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The Daily Blast: Trumpworld Erupts in Fury as Coverage of His Health Takes Brutal Turn
Q: How has Trump's messaging affected Republican politicians and primary races?
Cohen notes that support remains among a subset of MAGA voters, but many Republican senators are frustrated and forced to balance loyalty with political liabilities, especially in upcoming elections.
The Daily Blast: Trumpworld Erupts in Fury as Coverage of His Health Takes Brutal Turn
Q: Why do you think the White House and Trump supporters push back so hard on health questions?
Cohen explains that the push is tied to maintaining a myth of strength and control, which helps protect Trump's base and the loyalty of some Republicans despite growing concerns.
The Daily Blast: Trumpworld Erupts in Fury as Coverage of His Health Takes Brutal Turn
Q: Trump is obviously deteriorating. What do you think about that?
Cohen replies that there is a clear deterioration and that Trump's history of narcissism makes it hard for him to be seen as weak, which intensifies the political theater around his health.
The Daily Blast: Trump Tirades Take Unhinged Turn as His Epic Poll Collapse Rattles GOP
Q: Jason, what explains the sudden GOP move against Trump on the funding issue?
The discussion points to internal party pressure, economic concerns among voters, and a broader strategy to reframe loyalty and accountability within the caucus, which appears to be triggering resistance to defending the ballroom and the slush fund.
Words Matter: Gerrymandermaxxing: Can Dems Still Win in November?
Q: Do you think 8-10 seats will be enough to hold or flip the House in November given the redistricting landscape?
The outlook is uncertain; while redistricting could tilt some districts toward Republicans, the persistence of turnout dynamics and potential Democratic mobilization could offset some of that momentum.

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What is The DSR Network about and what kind of topics does it cover?

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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