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Rational Security

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A weekly discussion of national security and foreign policy matters featuring Lawfare senior editors Scott R. Anderson, Quinta Jurecic, and Alan Rozenshtein.

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This week, Scott sat down with his Lawfare colleagues Senior Fellow Eric Columbus, Ukraine Fellow Anastasiia Lapatina, and Public Service Fellow Loren Voss to talk through the week’s big news in national security, including:

* “Visiting Concessions... more

This week, Scott sat down with his Lawfare colleagues Benjamin Wittes, Kate Klonick, and newly-minted Senior Editor Molly Roberts to talk through the week’s big national security news stories, including:

* “Peace by Piece.” The first phase of the T... more

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This week, Scott sat down with his Lawfare colleagues Managing Editor Tyler McBrien, Foreign Policy Editor Daniel Byman, and Public Service Fellow Loren Voss to talk through (somehow only three of) the week’s big national security news stories, inclu... more

This week, Scott sat down with his colleagues Alan Rozenshtein and Anna Bower to talk through the week’s big national security news stories, including:

* “A Higher Loyalty.” The Justice Department appeared to bow to the demands of President Trump l... more

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Alex Ward
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Dan Byman
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Dana Stutor
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Alex Zerden
Sanctions expert and contributing editor at Lawfare
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Scott R. Anderson
Host of Rational Security

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 2.4k ratings
  • Quality mileage varies widely

    Often the beltway smugness & holier than thou smirk ruins the often quality factual discussions about policy & natsec. Please can Alan R never be on again? He’s awful & sexist & just plain bad. Unfortunate, as it can be good.

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    CaityC
    United States22 days ago
  • Less repetition of what you wrote/said elsewhere. More conversation. More digging in.

    Appreciate this show when the panel remembers it is a round table and actually have conversations. Leave the minutiae and expertise vomit for in depth podcasts. should be kept to other Lawfare repeated here. Would love a strictly adhered to timer to cut off answers to the starter questions on each topic. People asking questions should get any longer to ask a question than the timer too. Especially Allen.

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    greyhound-daddy
    United States5 months ago
  • Favorite Podcast

    Rat Sec provides an eloquent narrative of both critical and realistic accounts of the state of the world. Scott is insanely intelligent, and his voice could narrate bedtime stories, Ben always provides a comical take to situations that seemingly can result in our imminent doom, Quinta is not afraid to push back and provide new perspectives to discussions. And all frequenting guest are spectacular. I always look forward to next week’s episode. Well done

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Scoducks51
    United States5 months ago
  • Chicken Kyiv Edition - Feb 26

    Thank you for helping a lay person unravel the state of world today. Had to abandon legacy news since 2020. Anastasiia comments that ‘Petro Poroshenko…who Zelensky sanctioned kind of absurdly’. Was surprised at this comment, even then. Poroshenko may publicly support President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, but today 06 March, an article in the Guardian states, and to which both have confirmed, Petro Poroshenko and Yulia Tymoshenko have held discussions with Trump’s entourage. Given this administrati... more

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    5
    PortSaid56
    United States8 months ago
  • Happy Holidays

    Thank you, Scott, for bringing an outstanding podcast that is informative and adds that light-hearted touch. This was the first time I had the pleasure of listening to Michel’s expertise. Please ask him him to return on a regular basis. I look forward to listening to Rational Security in the New Year.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Pudelmom
    United States10 months ago

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Listeners express a desire for better audio quality and improvements in mic usage across hosts.
Critics suggest the podcast could focus more tightly on national security rather than domestic political issues, while others find the combination refreshing.
Listeners appreciate the insightful analysis and the lively discussion style that combines serious topics with humor.
Developments in foreign and domestic policy are critically addressed, enriching the audience's understanding of complexities in governance.

Chart Rankings

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

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#184
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#93
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#154
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#194
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#226
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#236
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The “Doodle Ordinance” Edition
Q: How does the acceptance of a luxury jet from Qatar affect US foreign relations?
It reflects a lack of coherent foreign policy and raises concerns about the influence of foreign governments.
The “Doodle Ordinance” Edition
Q: What are the implications of the ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan?
Both countries seem to want to avoid escalation, despite internal pressures for military responses.
The “Botanical Bros” Edition
Q: Let me turn to you on this as a law professor, how big a threat is this to academic institutions?
It's a big potential disaster, as federal research dollars are crucial to the business model of American universities, and such actions create a significant chilling effect.
The “Botanical Bros” Edition
Q: Natalie, I want to turn to you on this.
The actions taken by the Trump administration regarding specific law firms are dramatic and represent a big departure from legal norms, as they appear to directly target firms for their political associations.
The “These Are the Days that Never End’ Edition
Q: What do you make of the strategy by the Trump administration to influence local politics like with the Eric Adams case?
The strategy shows a troubling trend of using the Justice Department as a tool for political ends, potentially compromising the integrity of legal processes and leading to significant backlash in public perception.

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

A notable discussion platform focused on critical national security and foreign policy issues, engaging listeners in topical debates surrounding international conflicts, diplomatic strategies, and legislative policies. The program often features insightful commentary on current events, particularly U.S. governmental actions, alliances, and challenges within domestic political landscapes. The hosts bring a blend of expertise and humor to their conversations, encouraging a nuanced understanding of complex geopolitical dynamics. The unique format allows for an informal yet intellectually stimulating exchange, enriching the audience's comprehension of pivotal global challenges.

Listeners can expect a mix of serious analysis and lighthearted ba... more

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