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Sanity by The New York Sun

A.R. Hoffman & Rebecca Sugar
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This is Sanity, a podcast by The New York Sun.

A.R. Hoffman (Associate Editor of the Sun) and Rebecca Sugar (Columnist at the Sun) will be joined by buzzy and thoughtful guests to break down the week’s news, share their hot takes and long views on where it's all heading, and keep you sane all the while.

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Evan Ellis
Latin American research professor and General Douglas MacArthur Research Chair at the US Army War College Strategic Studies Institute
U.S. Army War College
Episode: The Sanity Interview: Evan Ellis
Mudar Adnan Zahran
Jordanian-Palestinian opposition politician living in exile in the UK, Head of the Jordanian Opposition Coalition
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Episode: The Sanity Interview: Mudar Adnan Zahran
Karen Elliott House
Senior fellow at the Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs, Harvard; author and longtime journalist
Harvard Belfer Center; The Wall Street Journal (former)
Episode: The Sanity Interview: Karen Elliott House
Jesse Brown
Award-winning Canadian journalist, founder and editor of Canadaland, host of What Is Happening Here
Canadaland
Episode: The Sanity Interview: Jesse Brown
Nick Gillespie
Host of the Reason Interview Podcast; editor-at-large for Reason magazine
Reason Magazine
Episode: The Sanity Interview: Nick Gillespie
Michael Milken
Prominent figure in finance and philanthropy, founder of the Center for Advancing the American Dream
Milken Institute
Episode: The Sanity Interview: Michael Milken
Benjamin Ryan
Independent journalist specializing in science and healthcare coverage, contributor to The New York Sun
Independent
Episode: The Sanity Interview: Ben Ryan
Ray Takeyh
Senior Fellow for Middle East Studies at the Council on Foreign Relations specializing in Iran and US foreign policy.
Council on Foreign Relations
Episode: The Sanity Interview: Ray Takeyh
Ilan Wurman
Julius E. Davis Professor of Law at the University of Minnesota.
University of Minnesota
Episode: The Sanity Interview: Ilan Wurman

Hosts

A.R. Hoffman
Host of The Sanity Interview; Associate Editor at The New York Sun
Rebecca Sugar
Co-host of The Sanity; Columnist at The New York Sun

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings
  • Excellent

    Intelligent, informed commentary that’s neither smug nor self serving. Very glad to have found his weekly dose of sanity.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    3510yogi
    United States5 months ago
  • Poor Production

    While the content could and should be informative, both Hoffman and Sugar sound completely unprepared. Far too many placeholders (um, you know, um) while they think about what to say next. You can call it a “conversational” style choice, but it just sounds sloppy and under-confident, which greatly compromises the credibility of their reporting.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Do Dad Did
    United States8 months ago

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Smart, informed commentary that's engaging and thoughtful.
Occasional delivery quirks noted by some listeners, with references to placeholders.
Guests bring strong expertise and diverse perspectives, enhancing depth of discussion.

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The Sanity Interview: Ben Ryan
Q: What were the key mistakes each doctor made?
Both doctors failed to adhere to adequate standards regarding the patient's mental health status and informed consent, impacting the patient's well-being.
The Sanity Interview: Ben Ryan
Q: What was it like being at the trial?
It was riveting, but there were almost no attendees, creating a significant disconnect.
The Sanity Interview: Ray Takeyh
Q: Can you make a prediction as to what you think is going to happen next?
Takeyh believes the regime has restored its deterrence but anticipates that protests will occur again, necessitating international responses.
The Sanity Interview: Ray Takeyh
Q: What does that look like in Trump's case?
Takeyh suggests that military action would not definitively topple the regime but would likely impact the resilience of protesters.
The Sanity Interview: Ray Takeyh
Q: How do you think that that narrative about what happened and the US involvement there has colored American foreign policy towards Iran?
Takeyh discusses the oversimplification of American involvement and how it influenced perceptions of the U.S. in Iran through historical contexts.

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Two hosts from a New York Sun outlet break down the week's news with sharp political and policy analysis, blending long-range perspectives with timely takes on geopolitics, domestic politics, and media narratives. Regular conversations center on U.S. foreign policy, the Middle East, elections, and cultural signals shaping public discourse, often featuring cross-border or expert guests. The show prides itself on informed, sometimes contrarian viewpoints delivered with wit and a touch of media critique, appealing to listeners who want a sane, thoughtful lens on current events. Notable strengths include a clear policy-focused angle, willingness to challenge conventional wisdom, and ongoing dialogue between seasoned reporters and diverse guests... more

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