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The Truth Putin Doesn't Want You to Hear About Russia's Floundering Economy Mar 08, 2023

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Sanctions and the cost of the war in Ukraine have had a major impact on the Russian economy. David, Rosa, and Ed are joined by Jeff Sonnenfeld of Yale to discuss his research and how bad the Russian economy really is. How much money is Russia losing on oil? Why is the IMF a bad actor when it comes to Russia? Is Russia's economy on the brink of collapse? Find out the answers to these and other pressing questions during this insightful episode. Members get a bonus segment about the China and how the conversation about it within the beltway is moving in the wrong direction.

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The DSR Daily Brief - March 8, 2023: Ukraine connected to Nord Stream attack, a Mexican abduction turns deadly, and a general strike in the West Bank Mar 08, 2023

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The two hundred fifty-first episode of the DSR Daily Brief.

Stories Cited in the Episode:

Media: Boat used for Nord Stream attacks connected to Ukraine

Survivors of deadly Mexico abduction returned to US

General strike in West Bank after Israeli raid kills six in Jenin

Georgians throw stones, petrol bombs at police in protest over new law

Countries to get more time to reduce debt under temporary Commission plan

Cyclone Freddy: Deadly storm set to hit Mozambique a second time

Biden administration backs new TikTok Bill, wants swift passage

Video captures dramatic moment SUV slams into Houston cafe

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"The Bill of Obligations": A Conversation with Richard Haass Mar 07, 2023

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American democracy has always come with both rights and obligations. David talked with Richard Haass author of the new book "The Bill of Obligations: The Ten Habits of Good Citizens" about those obligations and what Americans need to do to keep our democracy strong. Are we in a significantly different place as a citizenry than we have been in the past? How should we stay informed in a sea of misinformation? Can civics education be revived in the United States? Find out the answer to these and other questions during this enlightening discussion. Don't miss it.

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The DSR Daily Brief - March 7, 2023: China's economy, Sri Lanka moves towards IMF deal, and Canada probes Chinese election interference Mar 07, 2023

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The two hundred fiftieth episode of the DSR Daily Brief.

Stories Cited in the Episode:

China Jan-Feb trade slumps again as global demand falters

Sri Lanka leader says IMF deal imminent after China’s pledge

Canada launches probe into Chinese election interference

France pension protests: Fuel deliveries blocked by strikers

Japan: New H3 rocket fails minutes after launch

103 children among hundreds found in abandoned truck in Mexico

Syrian state media says Israeli strike damaged Aleppo airport

Loose python found behind refrigerator in 29th floor New Jersey apartment

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The DSR Daily Brief - March 6, 2023: Russian infighting, Pakistan bans airing Imran Khan speeches, and a border clash between Armenia and Azerbaijan Mar 06, 2023

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The two hundred forty-ninth episode of the DSR Daily Brief.

Stories Cited in the Episode:

Ukraine war: Russia's Wagner boss suggests 'betrayal' in Bakhmut battle

Pakistan bans airing of Imran Khan speeches, suspends TV channel

Armenian and Azerbaijani border clash leaves five dead

South Korea to compensate victims of Japan's forced wartime labor

Unions vow to shut France’s economy down amid pension battle

Hundreds of migrants flee Tunisia after president's crackdown

Ecuador assembly backs report calling for Lasso impeachment process

Colombia plans to send 70 ‘cocaine hippos’ to India and Mexico, governor says

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From the Silo: Special Episode: The CFR's Richard Haass on the State of the World Mar 05, 2023

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Originally Aired: May 25, 2021

Richard Haass, president of the Council on Foreign Relations, is one of the world's leading thinkers on international affairs. His most recent book, "The World: A Brief Introduction" is a one volume crash course into how we got to where we are and where we go from here. It is now out in paperback and to mark that event, we sat down with Richad to discuss the book, America's changing role in the world, the impact of COVID, our very different rivalries with China and Russia and much much more. Ed Luce of the Financial Times joins in the conversation for a pod episode you won't want to miss.

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From The Silo: A DSR Debate: Who Will Win the Power Struggle Between Big Tech and Nation States? Mar 04, 2023

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Originally Aired: December 3, 2021

Big tech today rivals in influence many nation states. Even the largest and most powerful countries are debating how to contain and control tech giants who have the ability to influence their politics, their economies and their standing in the world. To explore how the coming power struggle between big technology firms and nation states will play out, we present a debate between the Eurasia Group's Ian Bremer and Stephen Walt of Harvard's John F. Kennedy School of Government. It's a thought provoking and enlightening discussion. Don't miss this special edition of Deep State Radio.

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Words Matter - Lab Leaks and Committees Speak Mar 03, 2023

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Congress is back in session and there is lots of news. First Kavita and Norm talk about the Department of Energy's report around the "Lab Leak" theory and then they discuss Attorney General Merrick Garland's testimony in front of the House Judiciary Committee. Members of The DSR Network get a bonus conversation about the recent hearing on the Equal Rights Amendment.

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"Myth America": A Conversation with Kevin Kruse Mar 03, 2023

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America's history has become a battlefield for modern day politicians. David talked with Kevin Kruse co-editor of the new book "Myth America: Historians Take On the Biggest Legends and Lies About Our Past" about how history is misused. Why do people push false narratives? Where have historical myths impacted American policy? Find out the answer to these and other questions during this informative conversation.

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The DSR Daily Brief - March 3, 2023: Kremlin accuses Ukraine of sabotage, Blinken and Lavrov speak, and Belarus jails Nobel winner Mar 03, 2023

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The two hundred forty-eighth episode of the DSR Daily Brief.

Stories Cited in the Episode:

Kremlin accuses Ukrainian saboteurs of attack inside Russia

Blinken, Lavrov speak briefly at G-20 meeting

Belarus court jails Nobel winner Bialiatski for 10 years

Cambodia’s opposition leader jailed 27 years for treason

UN experts accuse Nicaragua government of crimes against humanity

US offers $5m bounty for DR Congo militia leader

Prince Harry and Meghan asked to leave their UK home