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"Provoked" features Scott Horton and Darryl Cooper exploring the psychology of conflict and how ordinary people become participants in cycles of violence.

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Darryl Cooper & Scott Horton discuss the war with Iran, arguing that escalation offers little for either side while major obstacles remain to any durable settlement. They also examine the weaker-than-expected military position, political pressure aro... more

Darryl Cooper & Scott Horton discuss the latest Russian attack on Kiev, the state of the war in Ukraine, possible pathways to resolution, and more.

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0:36 Independence Day Talk and Opening Banter

1:47 Founding Fathers and Liberty

7:13 Spo... more

Darryl Cooper & Scott Horton discuss the Trump administration's attempts to save face while withdrawing from the Iran war without accomplishing any of their original goals and actually losing ground in several areas.

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0:36 Show Kickoff and... more

Darryl Cooper & Scott Horton discuss the details of this week's Memorandum of Understanding between the US government and the Iranian government and share their thoughts on whether or not it will hold and actually make "permanent termination of the w... more

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Ken Silva
Author, The Trump Assassination Plots
Libertarian Institute
Episode: EP:49 - The Trump Assassination Plots, with Ken Silva
Marder Maid
Guest on Provoked
Episode: EP:48 - A BIG Discussion of Current Events
Dave Smith
Mildly humorous comedian; political commentator
Episode: EP:47 - The Israel Lobby Defeats Massie, with Dave Smith
Tom Woods
Historian and author, frequent libertarian commentator
Author; frequent podcast guest
Episode: EP:46 - A Really Big Show!
Martin Maid
Guest mentioned in exchange
Episode: EP:44 - Everything's Fine After All
Arta Moeini
Foreign affairs analyst and Institute for Peace and Diplomacy contributor
Institute for Peace and Diplomacy
Episode: EP:39 - A Disastrous War
Buck Johnson
Host of Counterflow podcast, guest on Provoked
Counterflow
Episode: EP:38 - Iran War Update
Darryl Cooper
Former Navy veteran with air defense/ballistic missile defense background
Provoked (co-hosted show)
Episode: EP:37 - Trump-Netanyahu Attack Iran
Trita Parsi
Co-founder of the Quincy Institute and author of "Treacherous Alliance"
Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft
Episode: EP:35 - Another War for Israel

Hosts

Scott Horton
Host of Provoked; frequent introducer of guests and guide to discussion; specializes in international affairs and libertarian commentary
Darryl Cooper
Co-host of Provoked; former Navy veteran with defense background; provides military and geopolitical analysis

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 677 ratings
  • Hey there. What really amuses me about your podcast and others like it is not only the leftist pose you all try to maintain which is wrong all by itself because it makes you ignore half of the truth and manipulate the other so it fits your leftist narrative, but the sheer ignorance you show when it comes to analyzing the core beliefs of Isla*Ic extremist systems that control that part of the world.

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    Said.Changizi
    a month ago
  • Informative, but…

    I just unsubbed from the show after giving a few episodes a shot. I’m a big fan of Dave Smith and know there’s a lot of crossover between these guys, so wanted to try it out. Sadly, I don’t find this show particularly engaging. The hosts are both fairly low energy, plus a lot of the stuff they talk about requires deeply following stories. They’ll start dropping names like we’re supposed to be experts on them and know who is involved at the drop of a hat. That works on a long form history podcast... more

    Apple Podcasts
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    Sean6-26
    United Statesa month ago
  • Go fish door shack

    The podcast is super good, but the chemistry sucks I don’t think Darrell’s a boomer heard the record catching fish was indoor shack.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    California middle class
    United Statesa month ago
  • Good pod, but...

    Scott Horton, for the love of god, stop interrupting so much.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Listenеr12345
    United Statesa month ago
  • It's hard to take them seriously if they smugly agree that Trump is "loco." And that comment alone likely sorts the reader into a lover or hater of this podcast. In anothrr episode they wailed, whined, and cried that Trump was about to send troops into Iran. Anybody can see that is never going to happen. Another 2 cases of TDS who's vision is blinded by TDS.

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Listeners Say

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Chemistry between co-hosts is polarizing; guests and topics are compelling but pacing can be uneven for shorter episodes.
Engaging, controversial, and research-heavy; great for guests who can provide data-backed perspectives.
Deep dive into Iran-Israel dynamics is a standout; some listeners feel the discussions privilege certain narratives over others.
Insightful long-form geopolitics with strong historical context; some listeners find the cadence low-energy but appreciate the analysis.
The shows' libertarian critique and edgy takes can be provocative, drawing both praise and criticism from audiences.

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#26
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#154
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#178
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#187
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EP:49 - The Trump Assassination Plots, with Ken Silva
Q: How did Crooks manage to be on a rooftop 130 yards from the president with a clear line of sight?
The discussion points to a combination of security perimeter gaps, miscommunication between command centers, and the fact that the rooftop perch was outside the perimeter yet within a vulnerable distance, with multiple failures in radio channels and rapid escalation.
EP:35 - Another War for Israel
Q: What can we expect from groups like Hezbollah or Ayatollah Sistani if real conflict does break out?
Sistani will likely try to keep Iraq out of the conflict, but pressures could push him towards action if significant events occur in Iran.
EP:35 - Another War for Israel
Q: Could you please give us your assessment of the protest movement as far as how it broke out and what was behind that?
The protests stemmed from legitimate indigenous anger against government repression and economic difficulties but were complicated by the involvement of various armed insurgent groups.
EP:33 - Epstein's World
Q: Was Epstein working for Putin?
No, Epstein was networking primarily on behest of Israel, utilizing his connections to make inroads rather than acting on his own.
EP:18 - GUEST: Glenn Greenwald: The Fall of John Bolton
Q: Is John Bolton's indictment politically motivated?
There are elements of political hostility, but the charges likely are serious enough for prosecution regardless of that.

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What is Provoked about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two veteran hosts explore geopolitics, history, and the psychology of conflict, often centering on U.S. foreign policy, Middle East dynamics, and how narratives shape public understanding. Episodes frequently feature in-depth analysis of Iran, Israel, the Israel lobby, and broader geopolitical power shifts, blended with critiques of media, politics, and the role of money in influencing policy and discourse. Notable strengths include a willingness to challenge conventional wisdom, the use of libertarian-leaning perspectives to interrogate mainstream narratives, and a bias toward long-form, idea-driven conversation with expert guests. This show tends to attract listeners who value provocative takes, historical context, and discussions that co... more

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2. Marder Maid
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5. Martin Maid
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7. Buck Johnson
8. Darryl Cooper

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