S8 Ep417: PREVIEW FOR LATER TODAY Guest: Rick Fisher. Fisher explains that China aims for outer space supremacy, detailing Beijing's long-term strategic investments to dominate the space domain over the coming decades.
PREVIEW FOR LATER TODAY Guest: Rick Fisher. Fisher explains that China aims for outer space supremacy, detailing Beijing's long-term strategic investments to dominate the space domain over the coming decades. 1951
2m Feb 05
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S8 Ep417: PREVIEW FOR LATER TODAY Guest: Rebecca Grant. Grant analyzes the future of U.S. super carriers as well as China's plans for carrier development, comparing the two nations' naval strategies and capabilities.
PREVIEW FOR LATER TODAY Guest: Rebecca Grant. Grant analyzes the future of U.S. super carriers as well as China's plans for carrier development, comparing the two nations' naval strategies and capabilities. 1942 ENTERPRISE
1m Feb 05
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S8 Ep417: PREVIEW FOR LATER TODAY Guest: Grant Newsham. Newsham explains that China runs like a mob family with Xi Jinping as the fretful boss, analyzing the internal dynamics and paranoia that characterize CCP leadership.
PREVIEW FOR LATER TODAY Guest: Grant Newsham. Newsham explains that China runs like a mob family with Xi Jinping as the fretful boss, analyzing the internal dynamics and paranoia that characterize CCP leadership. 1793
2m Feb 05
2m
S8 Ep416: Guest: Bob Zimmerman. Zimmerman analyzes the failing Roscosmos, describing Russia's declining space program and its inability to compete with American and Chinese advancements.
  Guest: Bob Zimmerman. Zimmerman analyzes the failing Roscosmos, describing Russia's declining space program and its inability to compete with American and Chinese advancements. 1957
4m Feb 04
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S8 Ep416: Guest: Bob Zimmerman. Zimmerman reports on Artemis plans for a launch in March, detailing NASA's progress toward returning American astronauts to the Moon.
Guest: Bob Zimmerman. Zimmerman reports on Artemis plans for a launch in March, detailing NASA's progress toward returning American astronauts to the Moon. 1960
15m Feb 04
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S8 Ep416: Guest: Simon Constable. Constable discusses the Labour scandal with the Epstein revelations, analyzing the political fallout affecting Britain's governing party.
Guest: Simon Constable. Constable discusses the Labour scandal with the Epstein revelations, analyzing the political fallout affecting Britain's governing party. 1828 BANK OF ENGLAND
7m Feb 04
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S8 Ep416: Guest: Simon Constable. Constable reports from France with a resident European pine marten, offering observations on rural life and wildlife in the French countryside.
Guest: Simon Constable. Constable reports from France with a resident European pine marten, offering observations on rural life and wildlife in the French countryside. 2870 SIEGE OF PARIS
11m Feb 04
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S8 Ep416: Guest: Michael Bernstam. Bernstam examines Russia's budget gap widening with the sinking price of oil, detailing the fiscal pressures facing Moscow as energy revenues decline.
Guest: Michael Bernstam. Bernstam examines Russia's budget gap widening with the sinking price of oil, detailing the fiscal pressures facing Moscow as energy revenues decline. 1919 ESTONIA
9m Feb 04
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S8 Ep415: Guest: Sadanand Dhume. Dhume reports on the India-EU trade deal after 21 years of negotiation, analyzing the significance of this agreement for both economies and regional geopolitics.
Guest: Sadanand Dhume. Dhume reports on the India-EU trade deal after 21 years of negotiation, analyzing the significance of this agreement for both economies and regional geopolitics. 1930 MUMBAI
11m Feb 04
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S8 Ep415: Guest: Sinan Ciddi. Ciddi assesses the possibility of democracy in Turkey, discussing the structural obstacles and political dynamics that shape the country's democratic trajectory.
Guest: Sinan Ciddi. Ciddi assesses the possibility of democracy in Turkey, discussing the structural obstacles and political dynamics that shape the country's democratic trajectory. 1900 TURKEY
5m Feb 04
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S8 Ep415: Guest: Sinan Ciddi. Ciddi analyzes Erdogan succession prospects in Turkey, examining potential successors and the implications for Turkish domestic and foreign policy.
Guest: Sinan Ciddi. Ciddi analyzes Erdogan succession prospects in Turkey, examining potential successors and the implications for Turkish domestic and foreign policy. 1900 POST OFFICE ISTANBUL
12m Feb 04
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S8 Ep415: Guest: Steve Yates. Yates discusses strategies for dealing with the PRC as an adversary seeking supremacy, emphasizing the need for coordinated Western responses to Chinese ambitions.
Guest: Steve Yates. Yates discusses strategies for dealing with the PRC as an adversary seeking supremacy, emphasizing the need for coordinated Western responses to Chinese ambitions. 1935 US CONSOLATE SHANGHAI
7m Feb 04
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S8 Ep415: Guest: Steve Yates. Yates examines how allies Australia, Canada, and the UK are seeking favorable trade deals with China, raising concerns about alliance cohesion amid PRC economic pressure.
Guest: Steve Yates. Yates examines how allies Australia, Canada, and the UK are seeking favorable trade deals with China, raising concerns about alliance cohesion amid PRC economic pressure. 1793
12m Feb 04
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S8 Ep415: Guest: Rick Fisher. Fisher details China's century-long plan for space supremacy, warning that Beijing's strategic investments in space technology pose a significant threat to American dominance.
Guest: Rick Fisher. Fisher details China's century-long plan for space supremacy, warning that Beijing's strategic investments in space technology pose a significant threat to American dominance. 1955
9m Feb 04
9m
S8 Ep415: Guest: Rebecca Grant. Grant compares U.S. carrier capabilities into the future against China's naval expansion plans, assessing the shifting balance of power in the Pacific.
Guest: Rebecca Grant. Grant compares U.S. carrier capabilities into the future against China's naval expansion plans, assessing the shifting balance of power in the Pacific. 1936 CV2, CV3, CV4
9m Feb 04
9m
S8 Ep415: Guest: John Cochrane. Cochrane discusses the demand for foreign investment, examining how capital flows impact the U.S. economy and the complexities of managing trade imbalances.
Guest: John Cochrane. Cochrane discusses the demand for foreign investment, examining how capital flows impact the U.S. economy and the complexities of managing trade imbalances. 1925 DUTCH MARINES IN SHANGHAI
9m Feb 04
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S8 Ep415: Guest: John Cochrane. Cochrane analyzes the inadequacy of tariffs as an economic tool, explaining why they fail to achieve their intended goals and often harm domestic consumers and businesses
Guest: John Cochrane. Cochrane analyzes the inadequacy of tariffs as an economic tool, explaining why they fail to achieve their intended goals and often harm domestic consumers and businesses 1965 SHANGHAI
11m Feb 04
11m
S8 Ep415: Guest: Grant Newsham. Newsham critiques the weaknesses of national security studies that expect Chinese attack only at Taiwan, arguing this narrow focus leaves the U.S. vulnerable to broader PRC strategic threats.
Guest: Grant Newsham. Newsham critiques the weaknesses of national security studies that expect Chinese attack only at Taiwan, arguing this narrow focus leaves the U.S. vulnerable to broader PRC strategic threats. 1793
7m Feb 04
7m
S8 Ep415: Guest: Grant Newsham. Newsham discusses the PLA purge of leadership, analyzing the implications of Xi Jinping's removal of top military officials and what it signals about internal instability within China's armed forces.
Guest: Grant Newsham. Newsham discusses the PLA purge of leadership, analyzing the implications of Xi Jinping'sremoval of top military officials and what it signals about internal instability within China's armed forces. 1903
11m Feb 04
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S8 Ep414: SHOW SCHEDULE 2-3-2026
SHOW SCHEDULE 2-3-2026 1882 CONSTANTINOPLE Guest: Elizabeth Peek. Peek discusses Trump's nomination of hawk Kevin Warsh for Federal ReserveChairman, noting the immediate drop in precious metals and potential monetary policy shifts. Guest: Elizabeth Peek. Peek predicts Democrats will take the House in midterms, forcing Trump to rely on executive actions and non-traditional voter turnout to mai...
5m Feb 03
5m
S8 Ep413: Guest: Gregory Copley. Copley discusses the Epstein scandal involving Lord Mandelson and Prince Andrew, suggesting King Charles is distancing the monarchy from these revelations to protect the institution.
Guest: Gregory Copley. Copley discusses the Epstein scandal involving Lord Mandelson and Prince Andrew, suggesting King Charles is distancing the monarchy from these revelations to protect the institution. 1901 COMMONS
8m Feb 03
8m
S8 Ep413: Guest: Gregory Copley. Copley details a civil war within the CCP as Xi Jinping purges military leaders, risking regime collapse while Western leaders ignore China's economic hollowing.
Guest: Gregory Copley. Copley details a civil war within the CCP as Xi Jinping purges military leaders, risking regime collapse while Western leaders ignore China's economic hollowing. 1903
11m Feb 03
11m
S8 Ep413: Guest: Gregory Copley. Copley observes Russia targeting Ukrainian infrastructure to pressure the public, noting that despite Western support, Moscow retains the upper hand while demanding territorial concessions.
Guest: Gregory Copley. Copley observes Russia targeting Ukrainian infrastructure to pressure the public, noting that despite Western support, Moscow retains the upper hand while demanding territorial concessions. 1941 UKRAINE
6m Feb 03
6m
S8 Ep413: Guest: Gregory Copley. Copley analyzes new talks involving Turkey and the UAE, noting U.S. reluctance to support Iranian civil society leaves the clerical regime breathing room despite weakness.
Guest: Gregory Copley. Copley analyzes new talks involving Turkey and the UAE, noting U.S. reluctance to support Iranian civil society leaves the clerical regime breathing room despite weakness. 1890 ALEPPO
12m Feb 03
12m
S8 Ep413: Guest: David Albright. Albright emphasizes the need for a coalition-led inspection and removal regime to secure Iranian nuclear materials and protect scientists if the government collapses.
Guest: David Albright. Albright emphasizes the need for a coalition-led inspection and removal regime to secure Iranian nuclear materials and protect scientists if the government collapses. 1951 LAS VEGAS
6m Feb 03
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S8 Ep413: Guest: David Albright. Albright warns of "loose nukes" and dangerous materials in Iran, urging planning for a "day after" scenario to secure nuclear assets during potential regime instability.
Guest: David Albright. Albright warns of "loose nukes" and dangerous materials in Iran, urging planning for a "day after" scenario to secure nuclear assets during potential regime instability. 1957 NUKE AIR TO AIR GENIE ROCKET TEST
14m Feb 03
14m
S8 Ep413: Guest: Mary Kissel. Kissel discusses the futility of appeasing Putin regarding Ukrainian territory and the need for security plans to support Venezuela's opposition against the Maduro regime.
Guest: Mary Kissel. Kissel discusses the futility of appeasing Putin regarding Ukrainian territory and the need for security plans to support Venezuela's opposition against the Maduro regime. 1936 VENEZUELA
8m Feb 03
8m
S8 Ep413: Guest: Mary Kissel. Kissel argues U.S. talks with Iran are dangerous, as Tehran uses negotiations to stall while maintaining brutality and nuclear ambitions amidst regional military buildup.
Guest: Mary Kissel. Kissel argues U.S. talks with Iran are dangerous, as Tehran uses negotiations to stall while maintaining brutality and nuclear ambitions amidst regional military buildup. 1400
10m Feb 03
10m
S8 Ep412: Guest: David Shedd. Shedd warns against selling advanced chips to China, describing Beijing's "capture, cage, and kill" economic strategy and criticizing the U.S. administration's transactional approach. With Thaddeus MCCotter co-host
Guest: David Shedd. Shedd warns against selling advanced chips to China, describing Beijing's "capture, cage, and kill" economic strategy and criticizing the U.S. administration's transactional approach. With Thaddeus MCCotter co-host. 1955
8m Feb 03
8m
S8 Ep412: Guest: David Shedd. Shedd discusses the conviction of a Google engineer for stealing AI secrets, illustrating corporate naivety regarding China's state-mandated espionage and intelligence gathering operations. With Thaddeus McCotter co-host.
Guest: David Shedd. Shedd discusses the conviction of a Google engineer for stealing AI secrets, illustrating corporate naivety regarding China's state-mandated espionage and intelligence gathering operations. With Thaddeus McCotter co-host. 1963
11m Feb 03
11m
S8 Ep412: Guest: Joseph Sternberg. Sternberg warns that revelations linking Peter Mandelson to Epstein reinforce narratives of elitism, damaging Starmer's already unpopular Labour government among working-class voters.
Guest: Joseph Sternberg. Sternberg warns that revelations linking Peter Mandelson to Epstein reinforce narratives of elitism, damaging Starmer's already unpopular Labour government among working-class voters. 1859 CHARLES II
5m Feb 03
5m
S8 Ep412: Guest: Joseph Sternberg. Sternberg details Starmer's unpopularity and lack of economic agenda, noting potential leadership challenges within the Labour Party from rivals like Burnham and Streeting.
Guest: Joseph Sternberg. Sternberg details Starmer's unpopularity and lack of economic agenda, noting potential leadership challenges within the Labour Party from rivals like Burnham and Streeting. 1808 GREST HSLL BSNK OF ENGLAND
13m Feb 03
13m
S8 Ep412: Guest: Judy Dempsey. Amidst the Mandelson-Epstein scandal, Dempsey explains how economic struggles and Brexit regrets are driving the Labour Party to consider re-engaging with the European Union.
Guest: Judy Dempsey. Amidst the Mandelson-Epstein scandal, Dempsey explains how economic struggles and Brexitregrets are driving the Labour Party to consider re-engaging with the European Union. 1810 BRUSSELS
6m Feb 03
6m
S8 Ep412: Guest: Judy Dempsey. Dempsey analyzes the stalemated Ukraine conflict, noting European refusal to accept Russian victory, while discussing rising tensions and internal political divisions within Iran.
Guest: Judy Dempsey. Dempsey analyzes the stalemated Ukraine conflict, noting European refusal to accept Russianvictory, while discussing rising tensions and internal political divisions within Iran. 1895 KRAKOW
13m Feb 03
13m
S8 Ep412: Guest: Elizabeth Peek. Peek comments on the history based prediction that Democrats will take the House in midterms, forcing Trump to rely on executive actions and non-traditional voter turnout to maintain his agenda.
Guest: Elizabeth Peek. Peek comments on the history based prediction that Democrats will take the House in midterms, forcing Trump to rely on executive actions and non-traditional voter turnout to maintain his agenda. 1806 TRIPOLI
5m Feb 03
5m
S8 Ep412: Guest: Elizabeth Peek. Peek discusses Trump's nomination of hawk Kevin Warsh for Federal Reserve Chairman, noting the immediate drop in precious metals and potential monetary policy shifts.
Guest: Elizabeth Peek. Peek discusses Trump's nomination of hawk Kevin Warsh for Federal Reserve Chairman, noting the immediate drop in precious metals and potential monetary policy shifts. 1905 BUTTE MONTANA
13m Feb 03
13m
S8 Ep411: PREVIEW FOR LATER TODAY Guest: David Albright. Albright warns that a post-strike Iran could see fleeing technicians transferring "loose nukes" or chemical weapons to terrorists, requiring urgent international containment strategies.
PREVIEW FOR LATER TODAY Guest: David Albright. Albright warns that a post-strike Iran could see fleeing technicians transferring "loose nukes" or chemical weapons to terrorists, requiring urgent international containment strategies. 1953
2m Feb 03
2m
S8 Ep411: PREVIEW FOR LATER TODAY Guest: Judy Dempsey. Dempsey discusses growing voices within Britain's Labour Party considering rejoining the European Union, acknowledging Brexit caused severe economic damage requiring a fundamental relationship reset.
PREVIEW FOR LATER TODAY Guest: Judy Dempsey. Dempsey discusses growing voices within Britain's Labour Party considering rejoining the European Union, acknowledging Brexit caused severe economic damage requiring a fundamental relationship reset. 1900 ENGLISH CROFTERS
2m Feb 03
2m
S8 Ep411: PREVIEW FOR LATER TODAY Guest: Mary Kissel. Kissel argues against engaging Iran, citing active fatwas on U.S. officials and drone sales to Russia, insisting only severe ultimatums will curb regime aggression.
PREVIEW FOR LATER TODAY Guest: Mary Kissel. Kissel argues against engaging Iran, citing active fatwas on U.S.officials and drone sales to Russia, insisting only severe ultimatums will curb regime aggression. SEPTEMBER 1940. LONDON UNDER THE BLITZ
2m Feb 03
2m
S8 Ep411: PREVIEW FOR LATER TODAY Guest: Elizabeth Peek. Peek analyzes lingering inflation, noting consumer resistance to price hikes and hope that AI productivity will help companies improve margins without increasing costs further.
PREVIEW FOR LATER TODAY Guest: Elizabeth Peek. Peek analyzes lingering inflation, noting consumer resistance to price hikes and hope that AI productivity will help companies improve margins without increasing costs further. JANUARY 1931
3m Feb 03
3m
S8 Ep411: PREVIEW FOR LATER TODAY Guest: David Shedd. Shedd criticizes allowing Nvidia chip sales to China, warning Beijing will reverse engineer this technology to enhance military and cyber capabilities against Western allies.
PREVIEW FOR LATER TODAY Guest: David Shedd. Shedd criticizes allowing Nvidia chip sales to China, warning Beijing will reverse engineer this technology to enhance military and cyber capabilities against Western allies. FEBRUARY 1930
2m Feb 03
2m
S8 Ep411: PREVIEW FOR LATER TODAY Guest: Joseph Sternberg. Sternberg reports on allegations linking Lord Peter Mandelson to Jeffrey Epstein, suggesting Britain faces a convulsive investigation to uncover the truth behind the released documents.
PREVIEW FOR LATER TODAY Guest: Joseph Sternberg. Sternberg reports on allegations linking Lord Peter Mandelson to Jeffrey Epstein, suggesting Britain faces a convulsive investigation to uncover the truth behind the released documents. 1793 TRIAL OF THE BANK FORGERS
2m Feb 03
2m
S8 Ep410: SHOW SCHEDULE 2-2-2026
SHOW SCHEDULE 2-2-2026 1719 ROME 1. Bill Roggio of the Long War Journal and Husain Haqqani discuss imminent potential US air strikes on Iran, expressing skepticism that air power alone can achieve regime change or lasting results without ground forces or sustained commitment. 2. Bill Roggio and Husain Haqqani analyze Russia's offer to mediate between the US and Iran, concluding Moscow is no...
7m Feb 03
7m
S8 Ep409: Ahmad Sharawi and Bill Roggio report a fragile deal where the SDF integrates into the Syrian state to avoid destruction, though tensions remain regarding Turkey and the fate of ISIS prisoners in the northeast.
Ahmad Sharawi and Bill Roggio report a fragile deal where the SDF integrates into the Syrian state to avoid destruction, though tensions remain regarding Turkey and the fate of ISIS prisoners in the northeast. 1920 ALEPPO ORPHANAGE
11m Feb 02
11m
S8 Ep409: Joe Truzman and Bill Roggio describe the war as a slow boil, noting Phase 2 of the Gaza ceasefire is stalling because Hamas refuses to disarm or surrender heavy weapons to Israel.
Joe Truzman and Bill Roggio describe the war as a slow boil, noting Phase 2 of the Gaza ceasefire is stalling because Hamas refuses to disarm or surrender heavy weapons to Israel. 1898 GAZA
8m Feb 02
8m
S8 Ep409: John Hardie and Bill Roggio state negotiations are deadlocked as Russia demands territory and a veto on security guarantees, while Putin ultimately seeks domination over Ukraine's geopolitical orientation and sovereignty.
John Hardie and Bill Roggio state negotiations are deadlocked as Russia demands territory and a veto on security guarantees, while Putin ultimately seeks domination over Ukraine's geopolitical orientation and sovereignty. 1916 ODESSA
8m Feb 02
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S8 Ep409: John Hardie and Bill Roggio report Russia is recruiting gamers and specialists for a new military branch, the Unmanned Systems Forces, aiming for 210,000 troops by 2030 to expand drone warfare capabilities.
John Hardie and Bill Roggio report Russia is recruiting gamers and specialists for a new military branch, the Unmanned Systems Forces, aiming for 210,000 troops by 2030 to expand drone warfare capabilities. 1854 ODESSA
10m Feb 02
10m
S8 Ep409: David Daoud and Bill Roggio note Hezbollah is refilling ranks after Israeli strikes, suggesting new leader Naim Qassem's quiet demeanor may help the group lay low and regenerate its capabilities.
David Daoud and Bill Roggio note Hezbollah is refilling ranks after Israeli strikes, suggesting new leader Naim Qassem's quiet demeanor may help the group lay low and regenerate its capabilities. 1850 BEIRUT
8m Feb 02
8m
S8 Ep409: David Daoud and Bill Roggio explain Hezbollah is downplaying Gaza ties to avoid dragging Lebanon into war, prioritizing the rehabilitation of its image among the economically weary Shiite population in Lebanon.
David Daoud and Bill Roggio explain Hezbollah is downplaying Gaza ties to avoid dragging Lebanon into war, prioritizing the rehabilitation of its image among the economically weary Shiite population in Lebanon. 1836 BEIRUT
11m Feb 02
11m
S8 Ep409: Edmund Fitton Brown and Bill Roggio argue Saudi Arabia's refusal to allow airspace use for strikes on Iran is theatrical to avoid Iranian retaliation, noting Riyadh privately remains a dependable US partner.
Edmund Fitton Brown and Bill Roggio argue Saudi Arabia's refusal to allow airspace use for strikes on Iran is theatrical to avoid Iranian retaliation, noting Riyadh privately remains a dependable US partner. 1890 TEHRAN
7m Feb 02
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