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The DSR Network

The DSR Network
Donald Trump
Iran
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Donald J. Trump
Supreme Court Of the United States
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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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The other day, Donald Trump unveiled a new “plan” to curb beef prices by suspending tariffs on huge amounts of beef imports, while claiming the beef will be sold to the U.S. at a big discount. But he wouldn’t say which countries will be importing the... more

The Defense Department is in a crisis unlike we’ve ever seen before. America’s munitions stocks have been decimated and our military competence has been wrecked by the Trump administration. Donald Trump and Pete Hegseth will leave the Pentagon in a s... more

On the DSR Daily for Monday, we break down the collapse of US/Canada trade negotiations, the DOJ’s appeal of a Supreme Court decision, Trump’s puzzling appeal to voters, and more.

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Donald Trump’s handling of the Natalie Harp mess has backfired big time. The Atlantic reports that Trump’s own anger is why Trumpworld exploded so vehemently after Senator Jon Ossoff highighted their closeness. As the media focused on Harp, Trump gre... more

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Recent Guests

Graham Allison
Douglas Dillon Professor of Government, Harvard University
Harvard University
Episode: Siliconsciousness: The Scary Geopolitics of AI
Ivo Daalder
Founder and CEO of IHD Geopolitical Advisory; former US Ambassador to NATO
IHD Geopolitical Advisory
Episode: Siliconsciousness: The Scary Geopolitics of AI
Shripal Shah
Oversees ad expenditures for the House Majority PAC
House Majority PAC
Episode: The Daily Blast: Trump Blurts Out Huge Admission of Midterm Weakness as MAGA Cracks Up
Frank Kendall
Former U.S. Secretary of the Air Force
U.S. Department of Defense
Episode: The Worst Case of Defense Department Malpractice in Our Nation’s History
Waj Ali
Host of The Left Hook and other sources of great fame
The Left Hook
Episode: NTK: Good News, America! Change is Coming.
Joe Miller
Senior Enterprise Correspondent in the US for the Financial Times
Financial Times
Episode: Siliconsciousness: AIrrogance: Why Some Tech Bros May Be Headed for a Fall
Sawyer Hackett
Democratic strategist, Texas expert
Independent political consultant / Democratic strategist
Episode: The Daily Blast: Trump Hit by Fox Poll Shocker that Undercuts His Latest Midterm Tirade
Emma Janssen
Staff writer for The New Republic, author of The Blue Book newsletter
The New Republic
Episode: The Daily Blast: Trump Rages as GOP Senator Nukes IRS Slush Fund in Perfect Humiliation
Yeganeh Torbati
Iran correspondent for The New York Times
The New York Times
Episode: Stolen Revolution: A Conversation with Yeganeh Torbati

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
  • DSR-Words Matter

    “Trump-arrhea”🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣😅😅😅😅😅

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    ImagineAgape
    United Statesa month ago
  • Preproduction

    I appreciate the younger cohosts allowing grandad to yell at the clouds while delivering news. But maybe do a few takes before your grandfather chokes to death “on air.”

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    migo0
    United Statesa month ago
  • Girls and women

    Re: July 15 Daily Blast Best of episode. ‘Underage’ girls implies there are ‘overage’ girls. Underage is not necessary to modify girls. They are just girls or children. Women are adults.

    Otherwise liked the episode.

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    KoMo0420
    United Statesa month ago
  • Ugh

    Waj is un-listenable

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TNDanc3r
    United States2 months ago
  • My Favourite Political Podcast

    My go to show for all my political news.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JanineA22
    Australia2 months ago

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The Daily Blast: Trump’s Rage at Iran Takes Truly Scary Turn, and Even MAGA Is Unnerved
Q: What do you make of all that, Emily?
Emily emphasizes the fragmentation within MAGA regarding Iran policy, notes that some factions want the conflict to end, while others push for escalation, and argues that there is no coherent strategy shaping Trump's threats beyond political theater and internal power dynamics.
Stolen Revolution: A Conversation with Yeganeh Torbati
Q: Do you see this expansion trend as the prevailing path right now, and what might Iran be aiming to gain from continuing the pressure?
The expansion trend seems tied to Iran's calculation that sustaining pressure could leverage concessions later, while internal debates show a split between hardline factions and more pragmatic elements who worry about economic costs and legitimacy.
The Daily Blast: Trump Blurted Out Shockingly Vile Plot to Censor ABC—It Just Backfired
Q: Could citing Trump's own statements against him be effective in defending ABC's First Amendment rights?
Leah suggests that it could be a meaningful line of argument, as courts have sometimes treated presidential statements as evidence of improper motivation, which could undermine enforcement actions.
The Daily Blast: Trump Blurted Out Shockingly Vile Plot to Censor ABC—It Just Backfired
Q: Leah, what is Carr really about and how is the FCC using its power in this context?
Leah explains that Brendan Carr is leveraging the FCC's regulatory authority to pressure networks toward favorable coverage, often threatening license-related consequences or regulatory sanctions, as a way to influence media behavior.
The Daily Blast: Trump’s Fury at Reflecting Pool Mess Darkens as Damning New Leaks Hit
Q: The meeting got heated according to CBS. Barb, what's funny about Pirro going over to Trump with physical facts is she thinks those will persuade him to come to his senses and stop raging at her. Barb, what's your take on that dynamic?
It shows Trump's willingness to ignore facts and press for directives that align with his narrative, while Pirro tries to present concrete evidence. The underlying issue is the tension between fact-based prosecutorial decisions and political storytelling, and how that balance is being tested at the highest level of government.

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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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