
Each week, “Pod Save America” cohost Tommy Vietor and Obama’s former Deputy National Security Advisor Ben Rhodes break down the biggest developments in foreign policy, national security and global politics. They try to explain which stories matter and why, and what we can all do to understand and shape the world around us.
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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 558 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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Tommy and Ben are back with a week of bad deals, high-stakes elections, and World Cup joy.
The US and Iran have agreed to a deal to end the war, but the Trump administration has refused to release the text to anyone — so the guys parse through what ... more
Tommy and Ben are back to discuss a week that includes collapsed ceasefire(s), the World Cup, and Jared and Ivanka pretending to be conquistadors.
The so-called ceasefires between Israel and Lebanon and the US and Iran continue to unravel, while Tru... more
Trump says he’s bored with peace talks, American right-wingers flock to Moscow, and the new Director of National Intelligence’s claim to fame is owning an HVAC company. Another fun week!
Tommy and Ben discuss why Trump installing Bill Pulte as the n... more
Tommy and Ben dig into a week of an “almost” deal, a sweeping AI warning, and a terrifying Ebola outbreak.
First up, the Iran deal that was supposedly days away somehow produced new US airstrikes instead, and the guys break down why the path to a pe... more
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TV is just full of himself. I can’t stand the frat boy vibe that he oozes.
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Always look forward to Ben telling it like it is!
Great podcast. Very informative and sane unlike many other political shows
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A fast-paced policy show that centers on foreign affairs, national security, and global diplomacy, blending sharp analysis with accessible takeaways. Episodes frequently dissect Iran-related conflicts, Middle East dynamics, U.S. and allied policy, and the mechanics of Congress and governance, often pairing high-stakes geopolitical discussion with interviews from former officials, journalists, and subject-matter experts. Notable strengths include candid moral critique, clear explainer segments, and a willingness to challenge conventional narratives, all delivered with humor that lightens dense topics. For potential listeners, the show offers actionable context on how global events affect everyday politics and the likelihood of informed, outs... more
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