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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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Ben and Tommy break down another chaotic week in foreign policy full of bad ideas and worse outcomes. Trump rolls out—and just as quickly unrolls—a new Pentagon plan—dubbed “Project Freedom”—to “guide” ships through the Strait of Hormuz, leaked intel... more

The US-Iran ceasefire is holding, but the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, the global economy is teetering on the edge of disaster, and America's precision weapons stockpile is badly depleted after repeated conflicts with Iran, with experts warning t... more

Tommy and Ben break down another chaotic and consequential week in global affairs. Trump blinks and extends the ceasefire with Iran, but the Strait of Hormuz remains closed as US-Iran negotiations stall. Meanwhile, an internal power struggle between ... more

Tommy and Ben walk through a week of epic failures for the Trump administration, from peace talks with Iran to Viktor Orbán’s historic loss in Hungary.

They break down everything that was wrong with the US-Iran peace talks, like both sides coming in... more

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Recent Guests

Federica Vinci
Program coordinator for Democracy Hub (DHUB)
Democracy Hub (DHUB)
Episode: King Trump Welcomes King Charles
Nick Antipov
Project associate for Democracy Hub (DHUB) and co‑founder of Make Out
Democracy Hub (DHUB)
Episode: King Trump Welcomes King Charles
Nick Enrich
Former USAID Global Health Bureau official, author of Into the Woodchipper
USAID (former)
Episode: All the President’s (Corrupt) Men
Anand Gopal
Writer for The New Yorker, author of Days of Love and Rage
The New Yorker
Episode: JD Vance’s Global Humiliation
Nika Kovač
Slovenian activist, leader of My Voice My Choice, co-founder of 8th of March Institute
My Voice My Choice; 8th of March Institute
Episode: Trump Begs Allies to Clean Up Iran Mess
Edward Fishman
Director, Center for Geoeconomics, Council on Foreign Relations; author of Chokepoints
Council on Foreign Relations
Episode: Trump Goes from Obliteration to Negotiation on Iran
Michael Horowitz
Senior Fellow for Technology and Innovation at the Council on Foreign Relations and Professor at the University of Pennsylvania; former US Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Force Development and Emerging Capabilities
Council on Foreign Relations; University of Pennsylvania; US Department of Defense
Episode: Why Trump Might Send Ground Troops to Iran
Pete Hegseth
Secretary of Defense (as referenced in this episode)
U.S. government (as presented in the episode)
Episode: Update: Trump Breaks Silence About Iran War
Carlos Zúniga
Founding partner of Dinámica Americas and career member of the Foreign Service.
Episode: Countdown to War With Iran?

Hosts

Tommy Vietor
Co-host, known for his engaging discussion style and background in national security and politics.
Ben Rhodes
Co-host and former Deputy National Security Advisor, providing deep insights on foreign policy and strategy.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 35.3k ratings
  • Destination Pods

    Always look forward to Ben telling it like it is!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Friends with Pods
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great show

    Great podcast. Very informative and sane unlike many other political shows

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Crunchy fries
    United Statesa month ago
  • La voz! por favor

    No more Alyona Thanks to Ben for speaking truth from the heart

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Che Block
    United Statesa month ago
  • Nah

    So Ben Rhodes is a friend of Hasan Piker, eh? K, I’m out.

    I get can better geopolitics insights from noncredibledefense.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    oldSubaru
    United Statesa month ago
  • Ben, Tommy and the rest of the Crooked Media gang are on the right side of history

    Ben and Tommy have a real gift of being able to translate complicated global events into something human and understandable and to connect the dots for listeners who feel the horror of what’s happening in the world but don’t necessarily have the expertise to articulate it themselves. Ben’s unfiltered response to the human cost of this asinine war of choice in Iran in the latest episode (“Trump Begs Allies to Clean Up Iran Mess”) brought me to tears. This moment deserves that kind of rage and as ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CarolAWilliams
    United Statesa month ago

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Many value the insight provided by knowledgeable guests, enhancing the overall depth of discussion.
There are mixed feelings regarding the humor used during serious topics, with some finding it off-putting.
Listeners appreciate the informative and engaging content that simplifies complex global issues.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#38
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#204
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Apple Podcasts
#21
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#56
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#210
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#19
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Talking Points

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Bullsh*t Ceasefires Everywhere
Q: Can you explain how the War Powers Resolution and the 60-day clock work in this context?
Crow explains that the 60-day clock requires an imminent threat or a congressional authorization; without either, actions like the naval blockade or new missions lack proper statutory authorization, and Congress has the power to overturn or constrain these moves.
JD Vance’s Global Humiliation
Q: What can the experiences in Manbij tell us about democracy and governance after revolutionary periods?
The guests and hosts discuss how freedom increasingly means not only political rights but economic sufficiency, arguing that true democracy depends on ensuring all citizens have a basic standard of living, not just civil liberties.
JD Vance’s Global Humiliation
Q: How did you approach writing a book that reconstructs decades of conflict through personal testimonies?
Gopal explains starting with many interviews, then recruiting trusted Syrians as research assistants to access intimate details and triangulate events with a large archive, ensuring multiple witnesses per scene to build a robust narrative.
Trump Goes from Obliteration to Negotiation on Iran
Q: What happened in the 48-hour window and what did Trump announce afterwards?
Trump threatened to attack Iran's energy infrastructure, then later suggested a five-day reprieve and claimed talks were progressing, though observers doubted the shift was sincere or well-coordinated.
MAGA’s Iran War Meltdown (and Micropenis)
Q: How is the MAGA media landscape influencing the debate about the Iran policy?
There is a spectrum from isolationist voices to strong pro-Israel hawkish stances; their influence is growing among younger MAGA voters and is reshaping the party's approach to foreign policy, sometimes eclipsing traditional Republican foreign policy lines.

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