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This Week Explained

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The world is accelerating. How do you separate the signal from the noise? Headlines tell you what happened; "This Week Explained" reveals why it matters and what happens next. This is the essential weekly briefing for leaders, policymakers, and professionals who need to see around the corner. Join Kervin and Tiana as they go beyond the surface-level news to dissect the strategic calculations, econ... more

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Are we on the brink of a new, multi-front global conflict? This week, we break down the newly released 2026 Annual Threat Assessment, why the U.S. military is positioning thousands of Marines near Iran's Kharg Island despite claims of "winding down,"... more

This week, we explore the rapid breakdown of global stability, from the Middle East's first "AI slop" war to a quiet rebellion against the U.S. dollar. Are the traditional pillars of diplomacy surviving, or are we witnessing a permanent global fractu... more

Following the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, the world’s most enduring theocracy is teetering on the edge of total collapse. This week, we dive into the "MIGA" strategy, Russian satellite "eyes," and why the Middle East’s most feared proxies a... more

What happens to the human soul when the line between artist and soldier blurs? This week, we sit down with documentarian Roc Morin and veteran Kervin to explore "MEDUZA," a profound look at war not as a political event, but as a cycle of death and re... more

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Recent Guests

Roc Morin
Documentarian and producer of the documentary 'Meduza'
Episode: Meduza: Finding Meaning in the Cycle of Conflict
Alex VanHouten
Exercise scientist and founder of SpyFit, expert in kinesiology and clinical psychology.
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Episode: The Intelligence of Health: Fitness as National Security
Steve Lazarus
Former FBI agent sharing his experiences
Author of 'Call Me Sonny'
Episode: From Counterterrorism to Crime Fiction: The Extraordinary Journey of Retired FBI Special Agent Steve Lazarus
Logan Phillips
Author and Military Major
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Episode: Exploring Geopolitical Developments in Russia, Ukraine, Israel, and More

Hosts

Kervin
Co-host of This Week Explained; longtime intelligence professional; provides strategic, global context and analysis.
Tiana
Co-host of This Week Explained; provides balance with analysis, often contributing regional and policy insights.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 222 ratings
  • Bias?

    Regarding your podcast on Nov 17th, you went on incessantly about how Trump could be implicated in the Epstein Files fallout, but you never brought up that they Biden Administration had these files for four years. Don’t you think that if there was damming information re Trump they would have used it? They tried everything else to discredit him.

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    DonKHote
    United States4 months ago
  • My go-to

    Must listen if you want to learn more on the geopolitics front, and more importantly, how it affects us here in the U.S.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Starksfor3
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love it

    Great show. Level headed and as unbiased as possible.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cabrown100
    United Statesa year ago
  • Keep it coming

    Very informative, balanced and non-ideological. I love that they differentiate between their options and analysis

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brendan ki
    United Statesa year ago
  • Good Info; Doesn’t Flow, Audio Issues

    The info is pretty good, but doesn’t flow and makes it a tough listen. The female host’s comments aren’t helpful and digresses so much, it’s difficult to follow. Her editorial snarky comments combined with her laugh and voice modulation (audio engineering maybe?) makes it difficult to listen to and quite frankly, hard to take her seriously. It would be a more effective pod if it was just a monologue with guests occasionally. Also need to know more about their background (quick google and couldn’... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    CheeryPolitico
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners praise clear, global context and balanced analysis.
Many note high-quality discussions useful for policymakers and professionals.
A few criticisms about pacing and perceived bias; some wish for faster intros and more background on hosts.

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Machine Predictions: How Downstream Intelligence is Predicting the Future
Q: Could you walk me through that moment? I mean, was that an instant reaction that people had to your account, or did it take some time?
They were building their account for about 12 days and had some initial success with predictions, building excitement around their model before they accurately predicted the capture of Maduro in Venezuela.
New Cold Wars? A look at Global Power Plays from Alaska to the Middle East
Q: What does the US designation of drug cartels as terrorist organizations mean?
It allows the US government to take a stronger stance against these groups using all elements of American power, escalating the fight against the cartels from a law enforcement issue to a national security one.
New Cold Wars? A look at Global Power Plays from Alaska to the Middle East
Q: What is going on with Ukraine's situation right now?
Ukraine is in a very difficult position regarding the talks and any potential ceasefire, as President Zelensky insists that any solution must include Ukraine's consent and that territorial concessions are constitutionally prohibited.
Journeying Through Stories and Borders with Miles Spencer
Q: Would you say that you wanting to learn was the thing that helped you out the most in identifying these aspects of the culture?
Yes, curiosity and a willingness to learn were crucial for understanding different cultural perspectives.
Journeying Through Stories and Borders with Miles Spencer
Q: What was the most significant thing you've learned, that you learned through that journey?
The most significant thing Miles learned was about the depth of his ignorance regarding other cultures and their shared stories.

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