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The DSR Network

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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 dsrnetwork.substack.com/

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Latest Episodes

Scandals and controversies abound in the Republican Party. Between serious allegations against Ohio Representative Miller and bitter infighting over Todd Blanche, a political melee is in full swing in the GOP. Join Norm Ornstein and David Rothkopf as... more

On the DSR Daily for Monday, we break down Blanche backing down on the anti-weaponization fund, Trump lashing out over the Reflecting Pool, RFK Jr. telling families to get vaccinated, and more.

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Donald Trump unleashed an epic tirade at Senator John Cornyn for blocking his IRS lawsuit settlement slush fund, which would let Trump reward allies and grants the Trumps a form of tax immunity. Cornyn is holding up the nomination of Todd Blanche as ... more

On the DSR Daily Live for Friday, we break down Hamas agreeing to disarm, Trump’s Cabinet meeting at Camp David, the state of the race in Michigan, and take questions from our live audience.

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Recent Guests

Arch Rao
CEO and founder of Span
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Episode: AI, Energy and Climate: Distributed Home Data Centers: Arch Rao
Ryan Enos
Harvard political scientist
Harvard University
Episode: The Daily Blast: Trump’s Plot to Rig Midterms Gets So Unhinged that Even Fox Is Rattled
Amos Hochstein
Former White House Senior Advisor on Energy and Middle East issues
TWG Global / Former US Administration
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Wajahat Ali
Host of The Left Hook, political commentator
The Left Hook
Episode: NTK: How Dems Can Get Their Act Together to Win in November
Tara McGowan
Tara McGowan, Courier Newsrooms founder and public affairs commentator
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Episode: NTK: The Good News for Democrats
Simon Rosenberg
Simon Rosenberg, pundit and founder of Hopium Chronicles
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Episode: NTK: The Good News for Democrats
Ami Fields-Meyer
Senior Fellow at Harvard Kennedy School's Allen Lab for Democracy Renovation
Harvard Kennedy School
Episode: NTK: On Courage: A Conversation with Ami Fields-Meyer and Julia Angwin
Julia Angwin
Award-winning investigative journalist, bestselling author, Founding Director of the Independent Media and Audience Project
Harvard Kennedy School / Independent Media and Audience Project
Episode: NTK: On Courage: A Conversation with Ami Fields-Meyer and Julia Angwin
Raul Pinto
Deputy Legal Director at the American Immigration Council
American Immigration Council
Episode: The Daily Blast: MAGA Rage Takes Unnerving Turn as Birthright Loss Rattles Trump Badly

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
  • Ugh

    Waj is un-listenable

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TNDanc3r
    United Statesa month ago
  • My Favourite Political Podcast

    My go to show for all my political news.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JanineA22
    Australiaa month ago
  • I was a fan of the show…

    The banter is fine but news is why I tuned in the last few weeks David has gone from annoying to “not worth it”.

    It bothers me that David seemingly unaware of how he interrupts far too predominately talking over Women. He does it to Minnah, did it to Tara McGowan and even as a guest on The Daily Beast.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    RJ Brazill
    United Statesa month ago
  • 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
    4
    Cautious Clay
    United States2 months ago
  • Most recent Words matter

    You had me at fly covered

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mpkfeedback
    United States2 months ago

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Appreciated for accountability and nuanced discussion of complex topics.
High-quality guests and credible context are appreciated.
Balanced, thoughtful analysis without shouting.
A few listeners note ad frequency and ad tone can be jarring.
Some ads and sponsorships divide listener sentiment.

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Talking Points

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AI, Energy and Climate: Distributed Home Data Centers: Arch Rao
Q: Walk me through that because presumably you're increasing the base load draw on the system and so transformers are going to be running hotter and that's going to have some wear and tear on the transformers, maybe other parts of the system, right?
From a nodal and zonal perspective, each extra node is paired with a span panel and a battery; the system is designed to throttle compute and inject power back into the grid as needed, allowing 25-30% penetration without upstream infrastructure stress, while maintaining resilience across the network.
Best of the Daily Blast: Trump Spirals into Crazed Fury after Harvard Humiliates Him Very Badly
Q: Ryan, can you walk us through how all this happened and bring us up to date?
Enos outlines how Trump demanded immense sums from Harvard, used threats and aggressive rhetoric, and how Harvard and its faculty pushed back, leading to a negotiation dynamic where the university risked losing federal research funding but ultimately maintained its stance.
Best of the Daily Blast: Why Trump Will Be Removed from Office Sooner Than You Think
Q: What concrete steps should Congress take to counter Trump if he remains in office?
Conway advocates for maximalist investigative and impeachment actions, referrals for criminal prosecutions, and a broad accountability agenda that includes reforming executive powers and the judicial process to prevent further harm.
The Daily Blast: Trump Hits Record-Breaking Low in Polls, Shocking Analyst: “Horrible!”
Q: Why are presidential approval numbers so important for midterms?
They reflect how energized or discouraged voters are, and influence turnout and enthusiasm, which can determine election outcomes.
The Daily Blast: Trump’s Plot to Rig Midterms Gets So Unhinged that Even Fox Is Rattled
Q: What is Trump signaling with his rhetoric about election security and the media?
The host and guest suggest Trump is signaling a plan to undermine trust in the electoral system by pressuring media and potentially using government power, which could lead to actions that threaten the integrity of elections; the media's stance against broadcasting his lies is framed as a democracy-saving move.

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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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7. Ami Fields-Meyer
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