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A weekly take on US politics and policies and how they affect the world.

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Arguing that some places in the United States – primarily those governed by Democratic officials – are rampantly crime-infested, President Donald Trump has been deploying military forces to cities from Los Angeles to Washington, DC. Former National S... more

The US plan to end Israel’s war on Gaza is designed, supervised and administered “primarily by people who are very staunchly pro-Israel,” and has little chance of delivering peace, argues Stephen Walt, professor of international relations at Harvard ... more

French official Pascal Confavreux says the French-Saudi initiative takes the two-state solution "out of the moral danger" it was in. Pascal, spokesperson of the French Foreign Ministry, tells host Steve Clemons that France aims to end Israel’s war on... more

New initiatives to support Palestinian statehood, while reflecting growing international attention, are “perpetuating the illusion” that a two-state solution can resolve the conflict with Israel, argues former US diplomat Rob Malley. Malley was a lea... more

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Stephen Walt
Professor of International Relations at Harvard University
Harvard University
Episode: Can a ‘one-sided, unserious’ US plan deliver peace to Gaza? | The Bottom Line
Pascal Confavreux
French Foreign Ministry Spokesperson
French Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Episode: Recognising Palestine vs holding Israel accountable? | The Bottom Line
Rob Malley
Former US negotiator in the Middle East and author of 'Tomorrow is Yesterday'
Episode: Palestinian statehood: Two-state solution or two-state delusion? | The Bottom Line
Anja Manuel
Executive Director of the Aspen Security Forum
Episode: How did India-US relations decline so suddenly? | The Bottom Line
Ravi Agrawal
Editor-in-Chief of Foreign Policy
Episode: How did India-US relations decline so suddenly? | The Bottom Line
Joan Williams
Distinguished professor and founder of the Equality Action Center at the University of California, College of Law
University of California
Episode: How elites destroyed the Democratic Party in the US and fuelled populism
Jeremy Scahill
Co-founder of Drop Site News and author of several books about conflict.
Drop Site News
Episode: Will Israel choose truce or war? | The Bottom Line
Jacob Heilbrunn
Editor of The National Interest and author of 'America Last'
The National Interest
Episode: Will Trump’s ‘fast deals’ policy prevent peace for Ukraine, Gaza? | The Bottom Line
Jamil Jaffer
Executive director of the Knight First Amendment Institute at Columbia University
Knight First Amendment Institute
Episode: Has the US cancelled free speech? | The Bottom Line

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Steve Clemons
Host of The Bottom Line, Steve Clemons is known for his critical examinations of U.S. foreign policy and domestic political matters, frequently engaging expert guests to bring insightful discussions on pressing global issues.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 72 ratings
  • Great show on high level foreign policy

    Love the questions Steven asks, always seem to be the right questions that nobody else is bothering to ask

    Question for the show: Why weren’t new episodes uploaded here for most of last year? Did the show get temporarily blocked?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Slythfox
    United States9 months ago
  • Axel K Strom

    I have really missed this podcast since it was discontinued in April last year. Thank you for posting it again! 🤓

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Axel KS
    Norway9 months ago
  • Unbiased

    I'm an American, and I'm very tired of hearing the American power elite's propoganda. This podcast (usually) offers sane, reasoned perspectives. And its coverage of the Israel-Palestine colonial conflict is very good.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SimbaWilliam
    United Statesa year ago
  • Stop saying Umm

    I could barely get through the most recent episode about about Tech’s role in the Israel/ Palestine conflict. The female guest said “Umm” every other word. I wish hosts would ask guests to consider this. It’s very distracting and does not make for intelligent sounding commentary.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Jln7
    United Statesa year ago
  • Stop justifying occupation and apartheid

    Why are you platforming and not pushing back harder on pro-occupation arguments? Your interview with Steve Clemmons was horrifying to listen to especially because you never questioned some of his outrageous statements. I think it’s worthwhile to platform opposing views but you must correct and fact check when they espouse blatant lies. Please continue giving a platform to the victims of this conflict - actual Palestinians and ask them what they envision and hope for their future. Do not platform... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Il12347
    United States2 years ago

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Overall, the podcast is valued for its insightful journalism and thought-provoking content.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth discussions on foreign policy and its implications for the U.S. and the world.
The host's ability to ask challenging questions resonates well with the audience who seek reasoned perspectives.
There are some critiques about the quality of certain episodes, particularly concerning the guests' presentation.

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More Middle East mayhem amid unconditional US support for Israel? | The Bottom Line
Q: What do you think is real and what do you think we need to be suspicious of?
Mearsheimer explains that the U.S. and Israel operate together as a tag team in foreign relations and that U.S. support for Israeli actions is unconditional.
How did India-US relations decline so suddenly? | The Bottom Line
Q: Ravi, what is India's geostrategic aspirations at this point?
India's aspirations involve maturing its economy while balancing relationships with multiple global powers, aiming to create a more favorable geopolitical position for itself.
How did India-US relations decline so suddenly? | The Bottom Line
Q: Anja, I'd love to get a sense from you how this chessboard of great state actors is squaring off.
The geopolitical stakes for the US are high, especially as India engages with Russia and China, and Modi's domestic concerns force him to visually align closer with them, despite the underlying push towards partnership with the US.
How did India-US relations decline so suddenly? | The Bottom Line
Q: Ravi, can you help us understand who has lost India from the US perspective?
The US-India relationship has been deteriorating due to misunderstandings and political statements that have upset India, particularly regarding Trump's tariff policies and his portrayal of India as a 'dead economy'.
Israel’s gambit: Massacre the Palestinians, subjugate the region? | The Bottom Line
Q: Was it naive for those involved with Oslo to lay that out as something, as a viable track?
Levy argues that continuing to follow the Oslo process is not viable given the asymmetrical power structures and the entrenched realities on the ground.

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What is The Bottom Line about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Exploring the intricacies of U.S. politics, this podcast emphasizes current events and the implications of American policies on global dynamics. Frequent discussions encompass foreign affairs, particularly in relation to the Middle East, as well as domestic political strategies and the evolving landscape of international relations. Each episode features expert guests offering insights into pressing issues, including military actions, diplomatic initiatives, and humanitarian crises, which give listeners a well-rounded understanding of the complexities in play. This podcast is particularly notable for its critical approach to significant political figures and its advocacy for accountability in governance, making it a valuable resource for tho... more

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Recent guests on The Bottom Line include:

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2. Pascal Confavreux
3. Rob Malley
4. Anja Manuel
5. Ravi Agrawal
6. Joan Williams
7. Jeremy Scahill
8. Jacob Heilbrunn

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