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One Decision

Tough decisions rattle us all to the core. But for our guests on One Decision— the choices they are up against can also shape history. No pressure! They take us through all of their doubts, emotions and—sometimes unexpected–consequences.
A fresh take on foreign policy.
Hear the former head of Mi6, Sir Richard Dearlove alongside international journalists as they analyse, interview, and discuss.

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In Brief: Can Trump's Envoy Make a Deal in Moscow? Aug 05, 2025

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This week on One Decision In Brief, Kate McCann and Sir Richard Dearlove, former MI6 Chief, analyze how an Israeli minister’s visit to Temple Mount and Hamas’s release of a hostage video have each raised the stakes. Also, this week, President Donald Trump’s Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff heads to Moscow, but there’s no sign that Russian President Vladimir Putin is ready to compromise. Plus, Trump claims he’ll reposition two nuclear submarines near Russian territories, prompting many to question whether this is a subtle threat to former President Dmitri Medvedev’s online comments.

Episode produced by Leo Sidran. Original music composed and produced by Leo Sidran.

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What a Nuclear Physicist in Congress Thinks of Trump's AI Strategy, Iran's Bomb Threat Jul 31, 2025

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In this week’s episode of One Decision, Congressman Bill Foster — the only Ph.D. physicist in Congress — joins hosts Christina Ruffini and Sir Richard Dearlove to examine the widening gap between science and policy in Washington. Foster warns that as the U.S. defunds research and sidelines experts, it risks falling behind in the global race for technological dominance, particularly against China. From the dangers of deregulated artificial intelligence to the unclear status of Iran’s nuclear program, Foster outlines the stakes of ignoring science at the highest levels of government.

Episode produced by Situation Room Studios. Original music composed and produced by Leo Sidran.

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In Brief: Trump’s EU Trade Deal, Gaza's Hunger Crisis Deepens Jul 29, 2025

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In this episode of One Decision In Brief, hosts Sir Richard Dearlove, former MI6 Chief, and Christina Ruffini unpack Donald Trump’s new trade deal with the European Union, French President Emmanuel Macron’s plans to recognize Palestinian statehood, and the growing international backlash over Israel’s conduct in Gaza.

Episode produced by Situation Room Studios. Original music composed and produced by Leo Sidran.

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The AI Threat No One Knows How to Stop Jul 24, 2025

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In this episode, “The Godfather of AI” Geoffrey Hinton joins One Decision hosts Kate McCann and Sir Richard Dearlove to discuss the growing global race to build and control superintelligent machines—and why artificial intelligence can no longer be simply switched off. Hinton warns that AI systems are learning in ways we don’t fully understand—and may soon be capable of making decisions beyond our control.

Episode produced by Situation Room Studios. Original music composed and produced by Leo Sidran.

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In Brief: Israel Strikes Syria, Britain's Data Leak Jul 22, 2025

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In this week’s One Decision In Brief, hosts Kate McCann and Sir Richard Dearlove examine Israel’s expanding operations in Syria and its backing of the Druze minority amid renewed violence. As Iran prepares to meet with European nations—without the United States—questions emerge about the coherence of Western diplomacy. Meanwhile, a sensitive data leak hidden by the UK government for over a year has sparked outrage over secrecy, oversight, and trust in government.

Episode produced by Situation Room Studios. Original music composed and produced by Leo Sidran.

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If Ukraine Falls, Is Global Security At Risk? A Republican Congressman Weighs In Jul 17, 2025

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In this week’s episode, Congressman Don Bacon, a self-described “old school Reagan Republican,” joins hosts Sir Richard Dearlove and Christina Ruffini to unpack the internal battle over Republican foreign policy and what it means for U.S. credibility abroad. Bacon outlines how China, Iran, and North Korea are propping up Russia’s war effort and why he believes a Ukrainian defeat could embolden an attack on Taiwan. He also weighs in on the state of U.S. air power, the future of drone warfare, and the risks of prioritizing party loyalty over national security. Plus, Congressman Bacon and Sir Richard reflect on similar experiences working in Nebraska.

Episode produced by Situation Room Studios. Original music composed and produced by Leo Sidran.

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In Brief: America's Diplomatic Shakeup, France Bolsters Military Jul 15, 2025

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This week on One Decision In Brief, hosts Christina Ruffini and Sir Richard Dearlove unpack the latest shifts in diplomacy, notably U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio's decision to cut 15% of the State Department's staff. They also analyze the significance of France's military capabilities amid rising global tensions, and what President Trump's latest tariff threats could mean for the future of the global economy.

Episode produced by Situation Room Studios. Original music composed and produced by Leo Sidran.

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What a Nuclear Expert Told Us About Iran's Next Moves Jul 10, 2025

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In this week’s episode of One Decision, Laura Holgate, the former U.S. Ambassador to the Vienna Office of the United Nations and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), joins host Christina Ruffini to break down the uncertain state of Iran’s nuclear program following recent U.S. strikes on Tehran's nuclear sites. Ambassador Holgate explains how the IAEA works, why its supervision of nuclear technologies is essential, and how Iran’s current posture puts the world at a dangerous crossroads. Plus, co-host and resident spymaster Sir Richard Dearlove shares insights on the possibility of North Korea sharing testing data with Iran and whether the regime might choose to restart its nuclear program.

Episode produced by Situation Room Studios. Original music composed and produced by Leo Sidran.

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In Brief: Trump & Bibi Meet, UK-EU Shift Jul 08, 2025

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This week on One Decision In Brief, Sir Richard Dearlove and Kate McCann upack the high-stakes meeting between Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu as the world watches for a potential ceasefire. Plus, Chinese President Xi Jingping's puzzling withdrawal from the global stage and what UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron could reveal about Europe's new power dynamic.

Episode produced by Situation Room Studios. Original music composed and produced by Leo Sidran.

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Ex-Chancellor Jeremy Hunt on China, Trump & UK's Future Jul 03, 2025

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In this week's episode, hosts Kate McCann and Sir Richard Dearlove, former chief of Britain's MI6, sit down with Conservative MP Jeremy Hunt, who has served as the UK's Chancellor of the Exchequer and Foreign Secretary. They discuss what Hunt calls Britain's "crisis of self confidence," what NATO must do to contain Russia and China, and how global instability - from Iran to Taiwan - is reshaping foreign policy. Hunt also reflects on Donald Trump's leadership style, reforming migration policies, and behind-the-scenes moments from Liz Truss's resignation.

Episode produced by Situation Room Studios. Original music composed and produced by Leo Sidran.

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