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Pod Save the World

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Gaza
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“Pod Save America” cohost Tommy Vietor thought foreign policy was boring and complicated until he got the education of a lifetime working for President Obama’s National Security Council. On “Pod Save the World,” he and former deputy national security adviser Ben Rhodes break down the latest global developments and bring you behind the scenes with the people who were there. New episodes every Wedne... more

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Tommy and Ben discuss Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s visit to Washington, his request for F-35 fighter jets and a NATO-like security guarantee, the real estate deals the Trump family might get in return, and how corruption is driving US for... more

Tommy and Ben discuss Syrian transitional President Ahmed Al-Shaara’s historic and improbable visit to the White House, Trump’s sanctions waiver and special favors for Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban ahead of his election, why the US is boycott... more

Live from Crooked Con, Tommy and Ben look back at the last year since Trump was re-elected and unpack the worst and most surprising moments of Trump 2.0 foreign policy, including the president’s bogus claims that he’s a “peacemaker,” the continuing h... more

Ben and Tommy discuss President Trump’s threat to invade Nigeria to stop a (nonexistent) genocide against Christians and the international community’s total failure to stop an actual genocide happening in Sudan. Also covered: why Trump’s pitch to res... more

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Recent Guests

Tariq Habash
Former advisor at the Department of Education, co-founder of A New Policy
A New Policy
Episode: From Al Qaeda to the White House
Josh Paul
Former State Department official, co-founder of A New Policy
A New Policy
Episode: From Al Qaeda to the White House
Yassamin Ansari
Represents Arizona's third congressional district
U.S. House of Representatives
Episode: What Should Progressive Foreign Policy Look Like? (Crooked Con)
Sanna Marin
Former Prime Minister of Finland
Former Prime Minister
Episode: Trump Flirts With Nuclear Annihilation
Mike McFaul
Former US Ambassador to Russia and Director of the Freeman Spokely Institute for International Studies
Stanford University
Episode: Trump Dances Across Asia
Annam Raman Patit
Former Immigration Court Judge
Episode: Introducing: Runaway Country with Alex Wagner
Andrew Weissman
Former Federal Prosecutor
Episode: Introducing: Runaway Country with Alex Wagner
Anthony Amore
Director of Security and Chief Investigator at the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum.
Episode: Trump Rug Pulls Ukraine
Noah Schnall
Activist and eyewitness who experienced Israeli detention after participating in a flotilla to Gaza.
Episode: Trump Rug Pulls Ukraine

Hosts

Tommy Vietor
Co-host of the podcast and former NSC official under President Obama, bringing insights on national security and foreign policy dynamics.
Ben Rhodes
Co-host and former Deputy National Security Advisor, providing expertise on U.S. foreign relations and political strategy.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 34.6k ratings
  • C’mon

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    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Piecrust^
    United States15 days ago
  • Thank you!

    Always educational and interesting. Keeps me engaged in what’s important.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CatDocNC
    United Statesa month ago
  • Hey guys

    Thank you so much for giving me another chance to listen to the Alex Wagner podcast. At first, I wasn’t sure who she was then I saw her on Colbert, and realize that I would like to listen to this podcast!

    Alison Schuback

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ali Schuback
    United Statesa month ago
  • Thank you!

    I really appreciate Tommy and Ben for breaking things down in a calm and digestible way. They really help me understand what’s happening around the world and how events relate to one another. I appreciate their knowledgeable takes and the historical background they provide. Super smart. Love these guys!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GreenfishGSZ
    United Statesa month ago
  • Few in ME believed in so called peace

    Without representation in any talks, means none think Palestinians are important. A so called War where one side can’t even think about retaliation over their starving people, is not a war. It’s elimination of a people, with torture, starvation, and killing the next generations by killing babies.

    That is not, again, a war- it is genocide. In many ways it reminds me of the killing fields of Cambodia or the genocide in Rwanda. Not because of the ideology behind the killings- it’s just because of t... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rajuljambiah
    United Statesa month ago

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There are mixed reviews regarding the perceived bias in commentary, with some finding the approach overly critical of certain political figures.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth analysis of foreign policy and international issues from knowledgeable hosts.
The podcast is praised for its engaging discussions and timely content relevant to current geopolitical events.

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#41
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#38
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#120
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#24
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#64
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#92
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

From Al Qaeda to the White House
Q: What are the implications of U.S. arms sales in the context of settler violence?
Josh noted that U.S. arms are being used in repression and that there are legal implications for these actions, which are often overlooked.
From Al Qaeda to the White House
Q: What was it like for both of you to resign from the Biden administration?
Tariq described it as a lonely decision, feeling that his voice was not valued in discussions around Gaza policy, while Josh expressed frustration over the lack of debate on foreign policy.
Trump Dances Across Asia
Q: What do you think were unique about the periods of cooperation and how can we get back on track again so it's not this new Cold War feeling, scary conflict?
We need to study the Cold War and remind ourselves that we didn't go to war with the Soviets in part because of deterrence. We need to embrace complexity and find ways to cooperate on issues like climate change.
Trump Dances Across Asia
Q: Big picture, Autocrats vs. Democrats. Who is winning at the moment and where does the United States under Donald Trump fall on the Autocracy vs. Democracy continuum?
In the battle between the Autocrats and Democrats, the Autocrats are rising compared to 30 years ago. They're more organized. But the biggest problem is that Trump has begun to erode our Democratic institutions at home.
Introducing: Runaway Country with Alex Wagner
Q: What is your level of confidence about the rule of law in America?
Weissman shares his concerns that due process and the integrity of the justice system are under threat due to current political pressures.

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A podcast that provides insightful analysis of global political developments and focuses on U.S. foreign policy, hosted by two former Obama administration officials. The discussions center around contentious geopolitical issues, including military actions, international relations, and humanitarian crises, particularly in regions such as Gaza and Ukraine. Episodes often feature interviews with experts, revealing the complexities of current events and challenging mainstream narratives. With a critical stance on the Trump administration, the podcast aims to engage listeners in understanding the implications of policies on global stability and humanitarian concerns, appealing to those interested in international affairs and political discourse.... more

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