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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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Tommy and Ben discuss the growing calls for British Prime Minister Keir Starmer to resign over Labour’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein, and the comparative lack of political accountability here in the US. They also talk about new details surrounding the whi... more

Tommy and Ben break down the expanding web of corruption around President Trump — from a bombshell report revealing the UAE royal family’s stake in the Trump family crypto venture, to the global fallout from the release of the Epstein Files. They als... more

Tommy and Ben explain why Trump backed off his threat to take Greenland by force and debate whether European leaders have finally found a playbook for how to push back, the backlash to Trump’s disgraceful denigration of NATO troops and their service ... more

Tommy and Ben talk about the growing and very real threat of President Trump attempting to take Greenland by force, the spectrum of reactions from world leaders from feckless NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte to scorning French President Emmanuel Mac... more

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Recent Guests

Kenneth R. Rosen
Author of 'Polar War'
Episode: 504: Has the World Finally Decided To Stand up to Trump?
Yousra Elbagir
Africa correspondent for Sky News
Sky News
Episode: 503: Greenland Prepares for Trump Invasion
Joaquin Castro
Democrat member of the House from San Antonio, ranking member on the House subcommittee dealing with the Western Hemisphere
House of Representatives
Episode: 501: Where Will Trump Invade Next?
Anika Wells
Australia's Minister for Communications
Government of Australia
Episode: 499: Trump Forfeits AI Race to China
Atul Gawande
A renowned surgeon and public health leader, former Administrator for Global Health at USAID.
USAID
Episode: 496: Trump & Saudi Arabia: A Tale of Corruption
Tariq Habash
Former advisor at the Department of Education, co-founder of A New Policy
A New Policy
Episode: 495: From Al Qaeda to the White House
Josh Paul
Former State Department official, co-founder of A New Policy
A New Policy
Episode: 495: 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: 494: Trump Flirts With Nuclear Annihilation

Hosts

Tommy Vietor
Host of Pod Save the World and co-host of Pod Save America, known for his insights on foreign policy and political analysis, with prior experience in the National Security Council during the Obama administration.
Ben Rhodes
Co-host of Pod Save the World and former deputy national security adviser, recognized for his commentary on U.S. foreign policy and political events.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 34.9k ratings
  • Please stop using the “J” word

    I love the show but, guys, please stop referring to yourselves, or to Crooked Media, as “journalism.” It is wonderful content but journalism it is not. It is commentary, or maybe just “media” … or “entertainment.” Journalism isn’t “progressive“ nor is it “conservative.” Playing tape of Trump talking while you laugh at him — funny as it is — doesn’t pass any journalism ethics test. Journalism’s strength comes from being unaffiliated with political agendas — and yes, I know the history of journali... more

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    RuAlan
    United States12 days ago
  • Stop supporting ICE Maps

    Mapbox - a smaller tech company - powers the palantir maps that ice is using to track and locate migrants. Tell Mapbox to stop abetting and profiting from ICE maps. If you use apps that are powered by Mapbox - STOP. You can find attribution at the bottom of each map.

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    Collective action
    United States16 days ago
  • Greenland

    I’m done with Pod save the world.

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    aus der Ferne
    Australia24 days ago
  • Give Carney some props yo

    You guys mildly dissed Carney’s notable speech at Davos, and then proceeded to use the themes & language of his speech in your Jan 21 episode. Meh.

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    islandberrypicker
    Canadaa month ago
  • Disappointed

    To spend time talking about the importance of speeches and then breeze past the gravity of PM Mark Carney’s speech in Davos is confusing and disappointing. He stated that the rules based order is over and said Canada is “taking their sign out of the window” in a really powerful way. Did you even listen to it? Your commentary on it sure makes it seem like you didn’t.

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    Bae Danae
    Canadaa month ago

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504: Has the World Finally Decided To Stand up to Trump?
Q: What does the US need to do to catch up in the Arctic?
We have to work more regularly with our partners who are Arctic nations to prepare the US to be more of an Arctic nation.
504: Has the World Finally Decided To Stand up to Trump?
Q: Can you help us break through the bullshit and outline for listeners why one might see value in the Arctic?
Greenland is a stand-in for the importance of the circumpolar North and the lack of American visibility in that region.
503: Greenland Prepares for Trump Invasion
Q: What do younger Ugandans think about the current political situation?
There is a lot of frustration among young Ugandans who feel they inherit a debt crisis and high unemployment, leading them to vote out of protest despite knowing the outcome may be rigged.
503: Greenland Prepares for Trump Invasion
Q: What was the atmosphere like in Uganda leading up to the election?
There was definitely an electricity and nervousness with people aware of the state's willingness to take drastic measures against dissent, leading to a sense of dread.
502: Iranian Regime Massacres Protesters, Will Trump Respond?
Q: What role, if any, do you think the Israeli strikes on Iran and Hezbollah, and then the US military strikes on Iran played in kind of maybe emboldening or leading to these protests?
I think it really showed people that this system is not impenetrable, it's not invincible.

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This podcast provides engaging and insightful discussions centered around prominent global issues and U.S. foreign policy. Hosted by former National Security Council staff Tommy Vietor and ex-deputy national security adviser Ben Rhodes, episodes frequently tackle topics such as the intricacies of international relations, the implications of U.S. military actions, and the humanitarian crises it spawns. Notably, the hosts blend sharp political analysis with personal anecdotes from their experiences in government, consequently enriching the listener's understanding of complex geopolitical dynamics. With an emphasis on accountability, human rights, and diplomatic solutions, the podcast also critiques past and present U.S. administrations, makin... more

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