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Words Matter - Rantapalooza: Norm and David are Triggered Sep 22, 2023

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Norm and David are not happy, and for good reason. The latest judiciary committee hearing reminds us all how far down the rabbit hole the Republican party has gone in the pursuit of scorched-earth politics, but it is not the only example of Republican lunacy this week. Norm and David break down the latest news and more in suitably ranty fashion.

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The DSR Daily Brief for September 22nd: Zelensky Delivers Speech to US Lawmakers Sep 22, 2023

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The three-hundred sixty-eighth episode of the DSR Daily Brief.

Stories Cited In This Episode

Canada's Trudeau wants India to cooperate in murder probe, declines to release evidence

Zelenskyy delivers upbeat message to US lawmakers on war progress as some Republican support softens

Kim Jong Un calls for relationship with Russia to reach 'new high level' after trip

Europe blinks amid calls to stop backing Ukraine

Joe Biden raised Canadian Sikh separatist’s murder with Modi at G20: Media

Five to be charged in UK with spying for Russia

Canadian dog removes socks from 21 feet for Guinness World Record

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Will the Media Help Donald Trump Win in 2024? Sep 21, 2023

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The purpose of the news is to be truthful. Yet the predominant feeling among the biggest outlets seems to be that appearing to be “balanced” is the real priority. The New Republic’s Michael Tomasky joins David to discuss how and why this could help Donald Trump win in 2024 as the media hammers Biden and ignores glaring issues in the Republican party.

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The DSR Daily Brief for September 21st: Poland to Stop Sending Weapons to Ukraine, India Suspends Visas for Canadians Sep 21, 2023

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The three-hundred sixty-seventh episode of the DSR Daily Brief.

Stories Cited In This Episode

Poland stops sending weapons to Ukraine amid grain fight, Warsaw says

India suspends visas for Canadians as row escalates

Russia strikes Ukrainian energy facilities in biggest attack in weeks

Qatar’s separate talks with Iran, US on drones, nuclear programme: Report

Zelenskyy returns to Washington to face growing dissent among Republicans to US spending for Ukraine

Biden announces $600m for more free Covid-19 tests in anticipation of surge

Pennsylvania school district welcomes 17 sets of twins to 'twin-dergarten'

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The Road to COP 28: Episode 1 Sep 20, 2023

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The first episode in our series leading up to the COP28 summit in November will be distributed in two parts. This episode, called the Road to COP28, features a one-on-one conversation hosted by Rachel Kyte, Dean Emerita of the Fletcher School at Tufts University, and Ambassador Majid Al Suwaidi, Director General of COP28. Following their conversation, Rachel chairs a panel discussion featuring Professor at the University College London Mark Maslin, Interim Chair of the IUCN Climate Crisis Commission Manuel Pulgar-Vidal, Director of the NASA Goddard Institute for Space Studies Gavin Schmidt, Chief of Government Relations at the Woodwell Climate Research Center David McGlinchey, and Co-Founding Dean Emerita of the Columbia Climate School Ruth DeFries. Their conversation sets the stage for what needs to be done at the upcoming COP 28 conference, and foreshadows what real policy changes, if any, may come as a result. Join us for this extremely critical discussion.

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The DSR Daily Brief for September 20th: Zelensky Appeals to UN Leaders Sep 20, 2023

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The three-hundred sixty-sixth episode of the DSR Daily Brief.

Stories Cited In This Episode

Nagorno-Karabakh forces agree Azerbaijan demand to disarm

Ukraine’s Fight Is the World’s, Zelensky Tells U.N. Assembly

Tory row erupts as Rishi Sunak eyes rollback of key green plans

India's opposition Congress dismisses Canada's suspicions on Sikh leader's murder

2 years ago, the Taliban banned girls from school. It’s a worsening crisis for all Afghans

Analysis: Is Turkey’s bid for EU membership over?

Police find pig wandering loose on Bacon Creek Road

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The DSR Daily Brief for September 19th: Americans in Iran Freed, Biden Heads to UNGA Sep 19, 2023

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The three-hundred-sixty-fifth episode of the DSR Daily Brief

Stories Cited in the Episode:

Iran prisoner swap: US citizens freed in $6bn deal

At UN, Biden looks to send message to world leaders - and voters - about leadership under his watch

UAW, automakers remain far apart four days into strike

Europe’s China electric vehicle probe risks collateral damage

India, Canada expel diplomats over accusations Delhi killed Sikh separatist

Libyans protest against authorities in flood-hit Derna

Most unusual pet insurance claims of 2023 include folding couch incident

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DSR Spy Show: Challenging the Conventional Wisdom on Ukraine and Russia Sep 18, 2023

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While much conventional wisdom has been optimistic about Ukraine's defense against Russia, Julia Ioffe, the Founding Partner and Washington correspondent for Puck, isn’t convinced. Joining David and Marc, she explores Ukraine's challenging path to victory, the impact of US aid on the conflict's trajectory, and more. Don't miss it.

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From the Silo: Freight and Foreign Policy Sep 17, 2023

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Original Air Date: September 16. 2022

On this week's episode, Norm and Kavita talk about Biden's successful handling of the potential train workers strike and the intersection for foreign and domestic policy. For members, Kavita and Norm talk about the Fetterman-Oz race and a Washington Post Editorial about Fetterman's health.

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From the Archive: BDE or LDE? What’s Behind Trump’s Attempted Theft of Classified Documents? Sep 16, 2023

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Original Air Date: August 16, 2022

Mar-a-Lago was searched for classified national security documents. David Rothkopf discusses the implications of this for our national security with Ed Luce of the Financial Times, Rosa Brooks of Georgetown University, and Joe Cirincione. Is this just another nothingburger? Will America come apart at the seams? How much of a threat is the GOP to America's national security? Find out in this thoughtful conversation. Don't miss it.

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