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Sanity by The New York Sun

A.R. Hoffman & Rebecca Sugar
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Andrew Cuomo
Israel-Palestinian Conflict

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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Deepali Vyas
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Episode: 58 - "So You Want To Prosecute the Southern Poverty Law Center?"
Mutlu Civiroglu
Kurdish affairs analyst and journalist
Episode: The Sanity Interview: Mutlu Civiroglu
Amanda Van Dyke
Founder and Managing Director of the Critical Minerals HUB
Critical Minerals HUB
Episode: The Sanity Interview: Amanda Van Dyke
John Eibner
Director of Christian Solidarity International Switzerland; CEO of CSI-USA; human rights advocate
Christian Solidarity International
Episode: The Sanity Interview: John Eibner
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
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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

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 States6 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 States9 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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58 - "So You Want To Prosecute the Southern Poverty Law Center?"
Q: What were your first thoughts about the SPLC case and the allegations against it?
The hosts express initial concern about potential misreporting and the ethical implications of using informants, while noting the broader pattern of NGO oversight and the delicate balance between fundraising narratives and transparency.
The Sanity Interview: Mutlu Civiroglu
Q: How do Kurds envision Kurdistan and what are the practical hurdles to achieving any form of autonomy or independence?
He explains two main schools of thought (PKK's democratic confederalism versus statehood advocated by others), the importance of regional borders, and the geopolitical obstacles from neighboring states and international players that complicate any potential independence.
The Sanity Interview: Mutlu Civiroglu
Q: Mutlu, what is the current Kurdish mood given the regional turmoil?
Mutlu describes a mix of hope and anxiety among Kurds, noting long histories of oppression and the desire for clearer plans and leadership, while acknowledging precarious regional dynamics and limited Western backing.
The Sanity Interview: Amanda Van Dyke
Q: What's the role of government versus private sector in securing these supply chains?
A combination approach is needed: strategic stockpiles, government backing to de-risk investment, and targeted support for domestic processing and 'national champions' to scale production so that critical minerals are available when and where needed.
The Sanity Interview: Amanda Van Dyke
Q: Amanda, I wanted to start with just a quick tutorial from you.
Critical minerals are a subset of raw materials essential for modern technology; their importance comes from supply chain resilience and the role they play in everything from EVs to satellites, not just their geological abundance.

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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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