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What Happens Next in 6 Minutes

Larry Bernstein
China
Trump Administration
World War II
Donald Trump
Iran
Ukraine
Israel
Education
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Free Speech
Russia
Authoritarianism
Taiwan
Woke Movement
Venezuela
Hamas
Gaza
Higher Education
Harvard University
Ronald Reagan

What Happens Next offers listeners an in-depth investigation of the most pressing issues of the day. Visit www.whathappensnextin6minutes.com/ for all the links and to subscribe www.whathappensnextin6minutes.com

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This podcast was taped at a conference where I hosted several Penn Professors on various topics. The audience included my friends who will join me in asking questions.

Fritz Breithaupt is the speaker, and he is a humanities scholar as well as a cogn... more

This podcast was taped at a conference where I hosted several Penn Professors on various topics.

The audience included my friends who will join me in asking questions. Our speaker is Stan Goldfarb who was previously the Dean at UPenn responsible for... more

Our speaker is Peter Grace who is a New Zealand based academic who has a recent book entitled The Intelligence Intellectuals: Social Scientists and the Making of the CIA.

I want to learn from Peter about how just after World War 2 and at the height ... more

Our speaker is Eitan Shamir who is a Political Science Professor at Bar Ilan University, and he previously the head of the National Security Doctrine Department at the Office of Israel’s Prime Minister.

I want to find out from Eitan why we attacked ... more

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Recent Guests

Peter Grace
New Zealand-based academic and author of The Intelligence Intellectuals, Social Scientists and the Making of the CIA
Independent / Academic author
Episode: How Academics Shaped the CIA
Eitan Shamir
Political science professor at Bar Ilan University; former head of the National Security Doctrine Department at the Office of Israel's Prime Minister
Bar Ilan University
Episode: Why Did We Attack Iran Now
Jeff Baird
Author of The Signal Solution and higher-ed consultant
The Signal Solution (co-author)
Episode: Closing Small Colleges
Bob Zemsky
Professor of Education at the University of Pennsylvania; co-founder of College in Three Exchange
University of Pennsylvania
Episode: Closing Small Colleges
Mark Penn
Senior advisor to the President; CEO of Stagwell; former Hillary Clinton strategist
Stagwell
Episode: Why Does the Press Think We Lost the War in Iran?
John McGuinness
Constitutional law professor at Northwestern
Northwestern University
Episode: Can Congress fix the Trump tariff refund problem?
Anthony King
Professor of War at Exeter University
Exeter University
Episode: Iran’s Rope-a-Dope Strategy
John McGinnis
Constitutional law professor at Northwestern Law School
Northwestern University
Episode: How the Rich Improve Our Democracy
Hal Brands
Professor of Global Affairs at Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University
Episode: What will Success and Failure be in the Iran War

Host

Larry Bernstein
Host of What Happens Next in 6 Minutes

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 109 ratings
  • Bright Host

    Long time fan of show. Larry tackles divisive topics , but leads with compassion. I’d recommend this show to critical thinkers, but, selfishly, I don’t want tooo many people knowing about it bc it has become my cheat sheet for having thoughtful things to share at dinner! 🤫 I like that Larry and his guests are 10x more accomplished & educated than 90% of the other brainiac “intellectual” podcasters out there , but without any of the elitist snark. Larry doesn’t lecture. Or talk down. He lea... more

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    5
    Dr.DavidTee
    United States9 months ago
  • Nuggets of wisdom

    What can I say but SUPER informative podcast, covering so many topics. I really enjoyed tuning in!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Beth.✏️
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Brilliant

    Amazing host, amazing guests!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AppyRater
    United States2 years ago
  • The host has a funny laugh.

    That’s my favorite part.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kay-Man
    United States2 years ago
  • Educational

    I’m so thankful to have found this podcast. It’s so educational and well balanced. Bravo Larry keep up the great work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    3lixs3
    United States3 years ago

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How Academics Shaped the CIA
Q: Tell us about Sherman Kent and how he influenced the creation of the Research and Analysis Division at the CIA.
Peter Grace explains that Kent helped institutionalize a multi-disciplinary, methodical approach to analysis, emphasizing the need for disciplined writing, clear sourcing, and a library-based foundation that could support future generations of analysts.
Why Does the Press Think We Lost the War in Iran?
Q: Mark, are the Americans winning in Iran, or are they losing?
He argues that the administration has achieved significant military pressure with limited American casualties, but media coverage and partisan dynamics have painted a more negative picture, complicating public perception and political support.
Why Did We Attack Iran Now
Q: I want to find out from Eitan why we attacked Iran, and have we achieved our primary war aims. Eitan, can you please begin with some opening remarks?
The guest explains that while diplomacy had not derailed Iran's nuclear trajectory and wasn't delivering the desired restraint, war was framed as a last resort after decades of trying negotiation, with aims to prevent a nuclear-armed Iran and deter regional escalation, though the full success and long-term outcomes remain uncertain and debated.
Allies Fighting Together
Q: How is the public in Saudi Arabia and the Gulf States responding to this war?
Public opinion in those countries shifted from urgency to support for a robust US-led approach, with leaders urging stronger action against Iran and closer alignment with Washington and Jerusalem.
Allies Fighting Together
Q: What would you tell Americans about why this war is in America's strategic interest?
Reducing Iran's capabilities and influence protects global energy stability, deters regional aggression, and prevents a broader confrontation that could threaten US interests and allies in the region.

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- What Happens Next in 6 Minutes presents short, focused conversations with domain experts on timely issues spanning politics, economics, defense, history, and global affairs. Episodes typically feature high-profile guests like former government officials, economists, and scholars, delivering concise analyses in a six-minute format that emphasizes clarity, nuance, and actionable takeaways for decision-makers, sponsors, and informed listeners. The show often explores strategic questions, policy implications, and international dynamics, with room for contrasting viewpoints and rigorous questioning by the host.

- A standout aspect is the rotating roster of heavyweight guests and the compact, data-driven format that makes complex topics accessi... more

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