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The Duran Podcast

The Duran
Ukraine
Russia
United States
Iran
European Union
Venezuela
China
NATO
Donald Trump
Zelensky
Trump Administration
Trump
Keir Starmer
Zaporozhye
Germany
Cuba
Israel
Donbass
BRICS
Labour Party

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Xi-Trump Summit, Big Foreign Policy Questions Left Unanswered

Trump Goes to Beijing. Neocon Push for Iran Ground Invasion

Putin confident in victory, project Ukraine failed and Europe failed

Starmer Judgment Day: Blairite Plot To Take Power

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Recent Guests

Trita Parsi
Founder/Executive Director, Quincy Institute
Quincy Institute
Episode: US Superpower Myth Shattered w/ Trita Parsi
Ray Zucaro
Analyst providing monthly analyses, rvxam.com
Ray Zucaro/rvxam.com
Episode: OPEC Fractures and Stagflation is Here. Global Economy on the Edge w/ Raymond Zucaro
Dennis Kucinich
Former U.S. Congressman, Substack author
Dennis Kucinich Substack
Episode: Debt, Decline and Iran: Why the U.S. Can't Afford Another Forever War? w/ Dennis Kucinich
Jim Webb
Former U.S. Senator and Marine; guest on the episode
Self/Various public roles
Episode: Iran Nuclear Standoff: US Military Blockade or Negotiating Tactic? w/ Jim Webb
Armando Mema
Finnish political commentator and member of the Freedom Alliance
Freedom Alliance
Episode: Finland NATO Gamble: Unemployment, Drones, and Silenced Press w/ Armando Mema
Joe Kent
Former CIA officer and counterterrorism expert
Former U.S. government security services
Episode: Iran War: Hubris, Miscalculation, and the Clash of Interests w/ Joe Kent
Cynthia Chung
Writer and commentator known for Substack: Through A Glass Darkly
Substack (Through A Glass Darkly)
Episode: Civilizational War. Zero Sum Game Theory Politics w/ Cynthia Chung
Gordon Hahn
Political analyst and cultural commentator on Russia
Substack: Gordon Hahn
Episode: Russia in strong position, Putin in control w/ Gordon Hahn
Alex (Reporterfy)
Alex from Reporterfy, market and China expertise
Reporterfy
Episode: Economic meltdown, everyone will be hit w/ Alex at Reporterfy

Host

Alexander Mercouris
Co-host of discussions focused on geopolitical news and analysis, bringing in-depth knowledge and critical perspectives on current events.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 3.1k ratings
  • Masterclass in Geopolitics

    Informative and entertaining, this podcast has become a daily must listen for me. Superb analysis and interpretation of world events. Nothing quite compares to this.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Goldener Hund
    Germany9 days ago
  • Babble

    Use to report news, now gives opinions with a lot of gibberish babble non-sense.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Dtheman555
    United States2 months ago
  • Bye bye

    I used to give you benefits of doubt.but in recent episodes you are clearly pro Russia and China and biased against Trump and Israel. No facts and reasoning and just hysteria.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    frogjump100
    United States2 months ago
  • Biases

    Your biases against the US are showing. Usually, you’re pretty balanced, but your 3/3/26 show was not. Especially, when one of your presenters stated the war was going catastrophically bad. My goodness, we’re only four days into the campaign. Question, let’s say Iran gets a nuclear bomb - then what do you advise the world do? Just saying….

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Searching for Truth.
    United States2 months ago
  • Proper in-depth discussion

    Daily listen. Many thanks for the excellent and knowledgeable analysis. If you've had enough of the monovoice propaganda of the mainstream anglophone media, and want to understand the political logic of what's going on , have a listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FullFatInfo
    United Kingdom3 months ago

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Overall, the podcast is noted for its informative content, attracting a dedicated audience seeking alternative viewpoints.
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Listeners appreciate the thoughtful analysis and depth of discussion on geopolitical issues.
Reviews highlight satisfaction with the podcast's independent stance on current events.

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#172
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

How Iran and Ukraine Exposed America's Limits w/ Garland Nixon
Q: So what do you think of all of that?
Garland outlines how the conflicts in Ukraine and Iran are interconnected and argues the U.S. is facing limits to its power, with a broader assessment of global resistance to sanctions and military pressure.
Fractured Iran or fractured Trump? w/ Robert Barnes (Live)
Q: What is your assessment of the madman theory as a diplomatic tactic in this crisis?
It doesn't work as a reliable or safe policy, and pursuing it risks turning into self-fulfilling madness; diplomacy and restraint are required to avoid escalating to a nuclear or irreversible conflict.
Q & A: Fractured Iran or fractured Trump?
Q: What is the likelihood of Orban's victory margins continuing to undermine traditional Western policy alignments?
The guest and host indicate that while Orban's popularity faced headwinds from inflation and corruption allegations, the long-term trajectory is uncertain, with public sentiment able to swing as economic conditions and perceptions of EU governance evolve.
Debt, Decline and Iran: Why the U.S. Can't Afford Another Forever War? w/ Dennis Kucinich
Q: Can you explain why this war is being pursued despite history suggesting it could become unwinnable?
Kucinich argues the war is driven by a combination of Israeli influence, political calculations, and a belief in military strength as a tool for power, while highlighting the economic and domestic costs that undermine the country. He urges diplomacy and reconsideration of U.S. foreign policy, including examining the fiscal burden of continued war.
Russia in strong position, Putin in control w/ Gordon Hahn
Q: Why did Putin choose a 'special military operation' instead of a full declaration of war, and what does that imply about the military campaign?
The choice reflects domestic political considerations to limit casualties and avoid broad NATO involvement; the strategy emphasizes attrition and incremental gains rather than massive frontal assaults, aiming to preserve core capabilities and political stability.

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This podcast features incisive discussions and analyses of global political events, particularly those concerning international relations and conflicts. Episodes often focus on geopolitical dynamics, with a significant emphasis on the ongoing situation in Ukraine and the complexities surrounding U.S.-Russia relations. The hosts engage with various controversial topics, provide critiques of mainstream narratives, and explore the implications of political developments around the world, often highlighting underreported perspectives. Their discussions are characterized by a deep understanding of geopolitical history and often include the viewpoints of recognized experts in the field.

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2. Ray Zucaro
3. Dennis Kucinich
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7. Cynthia Chung
8. Gordon Hahn

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