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Unexpected Lessons of the Ukraine War Aug 16, 2023

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The war in Ukraine shows no signs of stopping. As the conflict grinds on, what are the key takeaways after nearly 18 months of fighting? Retired Lieutenant General Mark Hertling, Executive Director of the McCain Institute Dr. Evelyn Farkas, and NYT Senior Writer David Sanger join David to break down the lessons that Ukraine, the US, and the rest of the West must learn. Don’t miss it.

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The DSR Daily Brief for August 16th: Trump Indictment, Cargo Ship Sails Despite Russian Threats Aug 16, 2023

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The three-hundred-forty-fourth episode of the DSR Daily Brief

Stories Cited in the Episode:

In Georgia and federal indictments, two vastly different approaches

Cargo ship leaves Ukrainian port despite Russian threat of attack

Experts Scrutinize Hawaiian Electric as They Search for the Maui Wildfire Cause

UK banks shun companies trading with Ukraine

North Korea asserts US soldier Travis King crossed border after becoming disillusioned with America

More than a dozen Niger soldiers killed in attack near Mali border

Spain advance to Women's World Cup final, eliminate Sweden after a thrilling, rapid-fire, three-goal ending

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The DSR Daily Brief for August 15th: Trump Indicted for a Fourth Time Aug 15, 2023

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The three-hundred-forty-third episode of the DSR Daily Brief

Stories Cited in the Episode:

Trump, allies charged with racketeering scheme over bid to subvert election in Georgia

Hawaii residents fear losing Lahaina as fires make housing crisis worse

Russia air strikes target western Ukraine, three killed

Russia expected to hike interest rates to curb ruble’s slide

Israeli forces kill 2 Palestinians in raid on occupied West Bank

South Korea’s Yoon calls for strong security cooperation with US, Japan ahead of Camp David summit

Massapequa wins New York’s first Little League Softball title: ‘It means everything’

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DSR Spy Show: What if There Were No Whistleblowers? Aug 14, 2023

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Donald Trump, if reelected, has promised to gut the foreign service and put loyalists in top positions. This would also likely include an effort to eliminate whistleblowers, the people who take their oath to the Constitution seriously and place it above personal political loyalties. What would that mean? We discuss with noted whistleblower lawyer Mark Zaid. In addition, we discuss the latest from the cases against Trump with a special focus on their national security implications. Join us.

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The DSR Daily Brief for August 14th: The Maui Wildfire Aftermath, Trump Faces Another Possible Indictment Aug 14, 2023

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The three-hundred-forty-second episode of the DSR Daily Brief

Stories Cited in the Episode:

Maui officials and scientists warn that after the flames flicker out, toxic particles will remain

Hawaii wildfires: deadliest US blaze in a century kills at least 93 people

What We Know About the Trump Election Interference Case in Georgia

Argentine far-right outsider Javier Milei posts shock win in primary election

Poland arrests 2 Russians after Wagner recruitment posters appear in Kraków

Niger military to prosecute Mohamed Bazoum for ‘high treason’

New Covid vaccines are on the way as 'Eris' variant rises

Florida scuba diver rescues hooked shark entangled on reef

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From the Silo - Ask the Experts: How Do We Make January 6 a Positive Turning Point for America? Aug 13, 2023

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In light of the latest news surrounding Donald Trump's indictments, we bring you today's episode of From the Silo from January 14, 2021

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We have never seen events like those that occurred on January 6. We have never had a president who posed the kind of threat to our security presented by Donald Trump. We are facing new challenges to our society and government associated with social media and widespread radicalization. How do we respond to these challenges? Who must be held accountable? We conducted a webinar with three experts--Asha Rangappa, former FBI Agent and currently a senior lecturer at Yale's Jackson Institute for Global Affairs, Harry Litman, former US Attorney and Deputy Assistant Attorney General, and Ryan Goodman, co-editor of Just Security and professor at NYU Law School. Our listeners asked them questions. You'll be interested in their answers. Join us.

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From the Archive - Pelosi in Taiwan: Is the US-China Relationship Nearing a New Major Crisis? Aug 12, 2023

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This week's episode of From the Archive Originally aired August 2, 2022

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Nancy Pelosi has touched down in Taiwan and thrown the U.S.-China relationship into tumult. David sits down with Graham Allison of Harvard University, Rosa Brooks of Georgetown University, and David Sanger of the New York Times to discuss the trip and its impact on the future of Taiwan and U.S.-China relations. Should Nancy Pelosi have gone to Taiwan? How big a strain will this actually put on the relationship between the U.S. and China? Is strategic ambiguity dead or alive? Find out in this vital conversation. Join us!

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Words Matter: Will Legal Drama Actually Empower Trump? Aug 11, 2023

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With the sound defeat of Issue 1 in Ohio, Norm and Kavita discuss whether Democrats can apply the lessons learned to 2024. Also on the agenda are the latest developments with Trump’s documents case in Florida, and whether or not the myriad legal woes will actually help Trump in the next election. Don’t miss it.

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The DSR Daily Brief for August 11th: Biden’s Ukraine Aid Request, Russia’s Plans for the Moon Aug 11, 2023

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The three-hundred-forty-first episode of the DSR Daily Brief

Stories Cited in the Episode:

Biden asks Congress for $40 billion to support Ukraine, replenish US disaster aid and bolster border

Biden calls China a 'ticking time bomb' over economic troubles

Russia’s military push on the eastern front prompts Ukraine to evacuate thousands of civilians

Russia shoots for the moon as space race against US heats up

Maui fires: Hawaii death toll hits 55, recovery to take years

F-16 training for Ukrainian pilots faces delays and uncertainty

Cyclist rides 500 miles backward, seeks Guinness World Record

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The World on Fire: Climate Crisis, COVID, COP 28 and the Crazies Aug 10, 2023

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In this summer of harrowing wildfires, temperature records the UN Secretary General calls "global boiling," and shrinking ice caps, there is a growing sense of urgency regarding the climate crisis. A major global summit will take place on the subject later this year. Climate experts Rachel Kyte, David Sandalow and science journalist Laurie Garrett discuss what the agenda must include. Plus a special update on resurgent COVID. Don't miss it.

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