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The DSR Daily

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The DSR Daily is a daily news podcast cover the foreign policy and national security news. Each weekday morning, Riley Fessler, Minnah Stein, and David Rothkopf will bring you the latest as covered by the best media outlets from around the world. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Latest Episodes

On the DSR Weekly wrap-up for June 12, we cover reports of a new peace memorandum in the works, Trump’s new nominee for Director of National Intelligence, Elon Musk preparing to become the first trillionaire, and more.

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On the DSR Daily for Thursday, we break down Trump’s promise to seize control of Iran’s oil, his baffling declaration of love for inflation, and this administration’s latest vitriol for immigrants.

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On the DSR Daily for Wednesday, we break down the US and Iran striking one another, the victory of Graham Platner in Maine’s primary, Bill Gates’s upcoming testimony in a congressional Epstein investigation, and more.

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On the DSR Daily for Tuesday, we discuss JD Vance’s comments on the LA mayoral election, a judge striking down Trump’s H-1B visa fee, Trump being greeted by a cacophony of boos at Madison Square Garden, and more.

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Recent Guests

Ed Luce
Columnist featured later on Deep State Radio
Episode: June 3: Trump Will Still be IMMUNE to Audits, Blanche Confirms
Ed Galrein
Former Navy SEAL introduced as guest discussing primary results
Independent guest
Episode: May 20: The Unbelievable Corruption of Trump’s Justice Department
Matt Honan
Editor-in-chief of MIT Technology Review
MIT Technology Review
Episode: April 29: King Charles Royally Shades Trump During Visit
Norm Orenstein
Friend/guest announced for later discussion
DSR Network
Episode: April 2: Trump’s Disastrous Address Makes Everything Worse
Gregory Bovino
Top US Border Patrol official referenced in discussion
U.S. Border Patrol
Episode: DSR Daily March 17: Assassinations and Resignations Shake Up Iran War
Mary Trump
Niece of the President, psychotherapist
Private practice / commentary
Episode: March 5: Senate REFUSES to Reign in Trump’s War Powers
Chris Cotnoir
Political commentator and former guest on The DSR Daily
Episode: January 30: White House Pulls Back Spending Freeze
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
U.S. Representative known for her progressive policies and advocacy
U.S. House of Representatives
Episode: August 20: Joe Biden Takes Stage at the Democratic National Convention

Hosts

David Rothkopf
Host and analyst focused on foreign policy and national security; frequent moderator of discussions.
Riley Fessler
Host and analyst participating in discussions; provides grounding and interview-style insights.
Minnah Stein
Co-host introducing the segment and leading discussion; adds analysis and synthesis.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 103 ratings
  • 5 stars but…

    Even though I share the p.o.v of DSR Daily I believe that David Rothkopf is detrimental to its message. He strikes me as smarmy and often patronizing to his co-hosts—whom he treats as sidekicks. I much prefer the Daily Blast episodes hosted by Greg Sargent.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pataphysician
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fantastic podcast

    Expat living in New Zealand here; I listen to you guys first thing every morning. Love you all; the banter between Minna and Reilly is great!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TARecht
    United States2 years ago
  • Great News!

    Really like this podcast for my daily news, the new host Minnah is very welcome addition to the show. Great stuff

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    msullyop
    United States2 years ago
  • Was better before

    Liked much better when it was a daily news bulletin without the unnecessary Rothkopf opinions and monitoring - I get that from other podcasts, so it isnt that i don't appreciate his pov, but why not leave this format alone?

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Norwich42
    United States3 years ago
  • Better than I expected-Great daily summary

    I first found DSR after the Ukraine invasion. And I didn’t expect it to be such a great news aggregator, thinking it was limited in focus. But I was wrong. It’s broadly focused. And does an excellent job of gathering and disseminating daily summaries that are professional and informative.

    If I were forced to give up other news sources keeping this single show would be my choice.

    Highly recommended.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MRB70401
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Some listeners crave less subjective analysis and more straightforward news.
Shows strong daily global coverage with credible sourcing.
Hosts provide sharp, informed takes with engaging banter.

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#74
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#153
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#83
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#7
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

May 14: FBI Prioritizing Immigration Over White Collar Crime?
Q: If a white collar criminal is elected president of the United States, what do you think the FBI will focus on less?
The response highlighted that if a white collar criminal became president, the focus of the FBI would likely shift away from white collar crime.
February 7: Trump Sanctions ICC
Q: Who is watching The Money? How are the closing and pauses of these departments creating black holes to budget oversight?
The lack of oversight allows political power to be concentrated among wealthy donors, leading to potentially unethical government practices.
January 31: The Patel and Gabbard Hearings
Q: What on earth is going on with Fetterman?
The hosts suggest that Fetterman's behavior may be linked to his past stroke and regard him as a politically inconsistent figure, expressing disappointment in his divergence from progressive ideals.
January 10: Trump to be Sentenced
Q: What would happen if the Republican majority North Carolina Supreme Court tosses 60,000 ballots from the 2024 election?
This would fundamentally undermine democracy in the U.S. as it reflects an attempt to alter election results without justification.
October 1: Israel Begins Ground Operations in Lebanon
Q: What are the implications of the current situation regarding Israeli actions in Lebanon?
The discussion highlights fears of civilian casualties and a potential long-term conflict that may escalate further, affecting over a million displaced people.

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A daily international affairs brief focused on foreign policy and national security, delivered through a sharp, discussion-based format. Three hosts—David Rothkopf, Riley Fessler, and Minnah Stein—bring rapid-fire analysis, policy context, and cross-cutting commentary on global events, geopolitics, and governance. The show emphasizes credible sourcing, concise briefings, and occasional banter, making it useful for listeners who want a compact, informed take on worldwide developments each weekday. Noteworthy is the trio's blend of expertise and personalities, which can yield compelling guest opportunities and sponsor-friendly segments while maintaining a brisk news cadence.

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2. Ed Galrein
3. Matt Honan
4. Norm Orenstein
5. Gregory Bovino
6. Mary Trump
7. Chris Cotnoir
8. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez

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