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Tim Miller and guests discuss the latest political news for the flagship podcast of the Never Trump movement and the reality-based community. Every weekday we provide insightful analysis, political hot-takes, an unabashed defense of liberal democracy and long-form interviews that cut through the "both-sides" BS. Plus a few laughs to help you wash down the crazy. Bulwark+ members can get a totally ad-free version of the show delivered right to their favorite podcast player.
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Democracy Sausage with Mark Kenny

The Australian National University

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Mark Kenny takes a weekly look at politics and public affairs with expert analysis and discussion from researchers at The Australian National University and beyond. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Hartmann Report is an independent daily podcast hosted by award winning, author, radio & TV host Thom Hartmann. Thom’s podcast highlights the bigger picture behind politics, science and culture through discussion and debate. Catch Thom’s live show Monday through Friday noon ET / 9am PT- www.thomhartmann.com.
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On Mondays, Jon Stewart hosts The Daily Show, but on Thursdays, he's back in your ears with The Weekly Show -- a podcast featuring in-depth conversations with a range of special guests. From experts and advocates, to stakeholders and thought leaders, we discuss the challenges, changes, and ideas that are shaping our world.
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The Documentary Podcast

BBC World Service

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A window into our world, through in-depth storytelling from the BBC. Investigating, reporting and uncovering true stories from everywhere. Award-winning journalism, unheard voices, amazing culture and global issues. From Trump’s new world order, to protests in Turkey, to the headphone revolution, The Documentary investigates major global stories. We delve into social media, take you into the minds of the world’s most creative people and explore personal approaches to spirituality. Every week ...
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America at a Crossroads

Jews United for Democracy and Community Advocates, Inc.

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America at a Crossroads is proud to present an esteemed roster of guests and moderators to discuss the state of American democracy and the very real challenges facing it today. Past guests and moderators have included Congressman Adam Schiff, Congresswoman Karen Bass, House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn, Lt. Col. Alex Vindman, Congressman Adam Kinzinger, George F. Will, Patt Morrison, Warren Olney, Madeleine Brand, Bill Kristol, David Axelrod, James Carville, Jonathan Greenblatt, and many more.
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Arts & Ideas

BBC Radio 4

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Leading thinkers discuss the ideas shaping our lives – looking back at the news and making links between past and present. Broadcast as Free Thinking, Fridays at 9pm on BBC Radio 4. Presented by Matthew Sweet, Shahidha Bari and Anne McElvoy.
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Ask Haviv Anything

Haviv Rettig Gur

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"Ask Haviv Anything" is a podcast about history, a podcast you, dear listener, will help to shape and direct, focusing not just on what I want to talk about but on what you want to learn and discuss. Nothing is off limits. We're going to talk about big and painful things, and also beautiful and fascinating things, wars and identities and painful history. And also more light-hearted things. Humor matters, especially when facing tough subjects. Join me on this journey. A podcast by Haviv Retti ...
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The Political Scene | The New Yorker

WNYC Studios and The New Yorker

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Join The New Yorker’s writers and editors for reporting, insight, and analysis of the most pressing political issues of our time. On Mondays, David Remnick, the editor of The New Yorker, presents conversations and feature stories about current events. On Wednesdays, the senior editor Tyler Foggatt goes deep on a consequential political story via far-reaching interviews with staff writers and outside experts. And, on Fridays, the staff writers Susan B. Glasser, Jane Mayer, and Evan Osnos disc ...
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The Reason Roundtable

The Reason Roundtable

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Every Monday, the libertarian editors of the magazine of “Free Minds and Free Markets”—Matt Welch, Nick Gillespie, Katherine Mangu-Ward, and Peter Suderman—discuss and debate the week’s biggest stories and what fresh hell awaits us all.
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The Politics Guys

Michael Baranowski

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The Politics Guys is an independent, bipartisan, ideologically diverse American politics and policy podcast hosted by experts: political scientists, law professors, practicing attorneys, and former government officials. Our mission is to give listeners a much-needed break from conservative and liberal echo chambers through civil, rational, and evidence-based discussion of American politics and policy from multiple perspectives. In addition to our weekly news discussion, we feature regular in ...
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Is This Democracy

Lilliana Mason and Thomas Zimmer

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Welcome to Is This Democracy, the podcast where we discuss the ongoing conflict over how much democracy, and for whom, there should be in America. Hosted by Lilliana Mason and Thomas Zimmer
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What Could Go Right?

The Progress Network with Zachary Karabell and Emma Varvaloucas

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What if instead of being on the brink of disaster, we’re on the cusp of a better world? No one can deny the challenges the world faces, from pandemics to climate change to authoritarianism. But pessimism and despair are too easy a response. Each week, Progress Network Founder Zachary Karabell and Executive Director Emma Varvaloucas convene a diverse panel of experts to discuss the central issues of our era, including sustainability, polarization, work, and the economy, and make the case for ...
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Tech Policy Press is a nonprofit media and community venture intended to provoke new ideas, debate and discussion at the intersection of technology and democracy. You can find us at https://techpolicy.press/, where you can join the newsletter.
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Apocalypse Nowadays

Apocalypse Nowadays

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Apocalypse Nowadays is a humorous and thought provoking digital series hosted by four men of color and longtime friends during the ongoing collapse of Western democracy. Hosts discuss the realities on the ground in a rapidly evolving world, and cover the gamut of issues from the complexities of personal life to the joys of pop culture and more.
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Australia’s Future with Tony Abbott

The Institute of Public Affairs

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Australia is facing its most significant challenges since World War Two. Geopolitical tensions are increasing, Cultural self-confidence is in decline. The values which define us freedom, democracy, egalitarianism, and sacrifice – are being put to the test. Over this special podcast series Tony and I discuss how Australia can not only survive, but flourish in the decades ahead.
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Welcome to the TransLash Podcast, a show where we tell trans stories to save trans lives. At a time when anti-trans attacks are being used to undermine democracy and human rights, award-winning journalist Imara Jones brings you the most important conversations for and about the trans community. From celebrations of trans joy to crystal-clear analysis of the latest political developments to discussions about love and sex, the TransLash Podcast keeps listeners informed and reminds us to never ...
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Restore your faith in government with An Honorable Profession. Every Thursday, co-hosts Ryan Coonerty and Debbie Cox Bultan sit down with rising state and local Democrats, policy experts, and the nation’s top political minds for empowering and candid conversations about life in public service and government. Together with their guests – which include members of the Biden Administration, state legislators nationwide, and mayors from America’s top cities – Ryan and Debbie discuss the biggest i ...
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Scotland Reimagined

Scotland Reimagined

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Inspiring ideas and stories to promote discussion on the topic of improving Scotland for everyone. Weekly podcasts on a variety of topics from health, environment, economy, justice in Scotland and much much more.
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unMasking Pod

unMasking Pod

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Two girls. One couch. Unlimited unfiltered discussions. Unmasking is where pop culture, politics, and personal chaos collide. Every week, we break down major global events (yes, even the terrifying ones), share what it’s like to live in Ukraine, and throw in enough unhinged personal stories to keep us all sane.
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The Politics Lab

The Politics Lab

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Politics isn’t always black and white. Dr. Bill Muck and Dr. Phil Barker, professors of political science and longtime friends, talk through the week’s news and discuss how political science might help make sense of things. In The Politics Lab, we put politics under the microscope.
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Politics and Religion. We’re not supposed to talk about that, right? Wrong! We only say that nowadays because the loudest, most extreme voices have taken over the whole conversation. Well, we‘re taking some of that space back! If you’re dying for some dialogue instead of all the yelling; if you know it’s okay to have differences without having to hate each other; if you believe politics and religion are too important to let ”the screamers” drown out the rest of us and would love some engagin ...
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The mission of Social Europe (SE) is to strengthen democracy by finding and discussing solutions to the most pressing political, economic and social issues of our time. We use the values of freedom, sustainability and equality as the foundation on which we examine society's most pressing challenges. We are committed to publishing cutting-edge thinking and new ideas from the most thought-provoking people. Our in-depth analyses and constructive proposals seek to link policy-making to wider soc ...
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Let Them Eat Toast

Off _JaWaggon & Taylor

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We are two Millennials who talk about politics way too much, and our significant others think this is a great ”outlet” for us. We discuss everything having to do with politics, but our focus is on Millennials and the progressive ideals that are so popular among our generation, as well as the lack of Millennial representation within our government.
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Tech Policy From The Hill

Congressional Internet Caucus Academy

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The Congressional Internet Caucus Academy works to educate policymakers on critical Internet policy issues. With funding and logistical support from the Internet Education Foundation, the Internet Caucus Advisory Committee hosts regular debates to discuss important Internet policy issues. Since its founding, the Internet Caucus Advisory Committee has built a membership of over 200 organizations from a broad cross-section of the public interest community and the Internet industry. The Interne ...
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How can we improve democracy, today? In this podcast series, we at Delib speak with people working in publicly accountable organisations, civic society and the third sector to hear how they are making practical change.To find out more about how Delib is creating next generation engagement tools visit https://www.delib.net
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The Conflict & Development in Africa podcast brings experts from Africa and the world as guests to discuss critical conflict and development issues that affect Africa. Our guests include practitioners, academics, journalists, researchers, policy makers and advocates that are renowned and are nationally and internationally recognized for their work, expertise and contribution to conflict and development issues in Africa. Our audience includes policy makers, governments, researchers, students, ...
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A monthly podcast examining the effects of post-truth politics on contemporary societies. The podcast will share and discuss the results of RECLAIM, a Horizon Europe research project that studies the impact of the information disorder on liberal democracies as we have come to understand them in order to advise on policy making and education and to react to the negative effect of disinformation on democratic discourse. RECLAIM is a Research and Innovation Action funded by the European Union's ...
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THE COMPARISON GUY PODCAST

THE COMPARISON GROUP

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DEFINITELY NOT YOUR TYPICAL POLITICAL PODCAST. DISCUSSION NOT DEBATE FOR SMART PEOPLE WHO HATE THE POLITICAL BLAME GAME. ANYONE CAN RANT AND POINT FINGERS. THIS PODCAST FOCUSES ON IDEAS, SUGGESTIONS, AND SOLUTIONS. A BLEND OF COMEDY WITH INFORMATIVE COMMENTARY FROM A HOST ROOTING FOR AMERICA, NOT A POLITICAL PARTY. GREAT MINDS DO NOT ALWAYS HAVE TO THINK ALIKE.
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The Stakes

The Seneca Project

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Join Seneca Project Co-Founders Tara Setmayer and Michelle Kinney to galvanize women and save Democracy with a weekly, common-sense perspective on news and politics. Michelle and Tara discuss what's at stake with guests that include newsmakers, entertainers, and provocateurs.
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Ideas

CBC

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IDEAS is a place for people who like to think. If you value deep conversation and unexpected reveals, this show is for you. From the roots and rise of authoritarianism to near-death experiences to the history of toilets, no topic is off-limits. Hosted by Nahlah Ayed, we’re home to immersive documentaries and fascinating interviews with some of the most consequential thinkers of our time. With an award-winning team, our podcast has proud roots in its 60-year history with CBC Radio, exploring ...
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Beneath the Law

Stories and Strategies

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If “No One is Above the Law,” then everyone is beneath it. Beneath the Law is a frank discussion between two lawyers who have lived and breathed the legal system in Canada for over 30 years. In this podcast hosts Stephen Thiele and Gavin Tighe of Gardiner Roberts, examine the arguments made in some highly contentious, and public cases, with a focus on the intersection between law and politics and where courtrooms become part of the political arena. In each episode Beneath the Law digs into i ...
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Thinking Global

E-International Relations

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If you like discussion of heavy questions in a light-hearted atmosphere with the big names from the world of International Relations, join Kieran O’Meara and the E-International Relations podcast team as we put the burning questions you’ve always wanted to have answered to the academics, practitioners and activists you would want to have answer them.
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Sunny Storytime

George Flinn

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Dr. George S. Flinn is a physician, broadcast station owner and businessman with the mission of saving our democracy. Dr. Flinn has taken a step back to realize the flawed structure that is the two party system. He believes that now more than ever, it is vital to our democracy to not blindly support the candidate because he or she is endorsed by a political party. Every week, Dr. Flinn will give ideas and speak with guests across the country to discuss politics today, where we have gone wron ...
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Parliamentary Conversations in the Commonwealth

Commonwealth Parliamentary Association

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Parliamentary Conversations in the Commonwealth, a podcast by the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA), gives a voice to Parliamentarians, civil society experts and activists across the Commonwealth to discuss common democratic challenges and share their ideas on what can be done to solve them. The CPA promotes knowledge of the constitutional, legislative, economic, social and cultural aspects of parliamentary democracy. Our work enables Commonwealth Parliamentarians and officials to ...
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Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes Podcast

Chris Hayes, MSNBC & NBCNews THINK

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Every week Chris Hayes asks the big questions that keep him up at night. How do we make sense of this unprecedented moment in world history? Why is this (all) happening? This podcast starts to answer these questions. Writers, experts, and thinkers who are also trying to get to the bottom of them join Chris to break it all down and help him get a better night’s rest. “Why is this Happening?” is presented by MSNBC and NBCNews Think.
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This series is designed to inspire Drake alumni and friends to dive into topics that will fuel curiosity, creativity, connection or career potential. All sessions feature a keynote speaker, a panel discussion, or a Q&A style with a moderator. Session categories include career, education, experience, and trending topics.
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PurePerformance

PurePerformance

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The brutal truth about digital performance engineering and operations. Andreas (aka Andi) Grabner and Brian Wilson are veterans of the digital performance world. Combined they have seen too many applications not scaling and performing up to expectations. With more rapid deployment models made possible through continuous delivery and a mentality shift sparked by DevOps they feel it’s time to share their stories. In each episode, they and their guests discuss different topics concerning perfor ...
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Puerto Casado is a remote village in Paraguay, in South America. It’s not dissimilar to many other rural towns in the area: red-brick houses, small grocery stores and unpaved roads. But what makes Puerto Casado an exception is that it’s at the centre of a land dispute between the Paraguayan state, local residents and the Unification Church, a contr…
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On Saturday, July 26, three days after the Trump administration published its AI action plan, China’s foreign ministry released that country’s action plan for global AI governance. As the US pursues “global dominance,” China is communicating a different posture. What should we know about China’s plan, and how does it contrast with the US plan? What…
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Israel faces growing international isolation over the shocking images of starvation in Gaza. Although Israel says there are no restrictions on aid deliveries – which it co-ordinates – or any starvation, charities warn the aid being allowed in is only a fraction of what is needed. The BBC is banned by Israel from reporting in Gaza but, in our conver…
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Trump is building luxury apartments on the site of a NATO bombing in Belgrade that many had seen as a memorial to the Yugoslav war. Beyond the obvious corruption, is there a deeper symbolism? Substack author Jason Egenberg joins Thom for a deep dive. Plus- Thom reads from Micheal Cohen's book 'Revenge', and from 'Big Dirty Money' by Jennifer Taub. …
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Ever wondered why getting your nails done at the frontline makes you a "psyop" but men visiting bars doesn't raise eyebrows? (Spoiler: it involves double standards, Combat Barbie accusations, and the revolutionary idea that women can both save lives AND have a decent manicure).Think your beauty standards are tough? Try being a female soldier who da…
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Osborn, the populist independent who ran a surprisingly close campaign for a Senate seat in Nebraska last year, is back for another run in the 2026 midterms. A steamfitter and union member, he says he naturally connects with other workers drawing paychecks who are feeling the squeeze. And he likes to point out that his opponent last time took money…
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Mike and Ken open with a discussion of the Federal Reserve’s decision to leave interest rates unchanged, despite hectoring from President Trump for a major rate cut. The guys consider the case for and against lower interest rates, as well as the effect the Trump tariffs are having on the decision. From there, they consider the likelihood that the S…
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Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has ended a controversial commission investigating alleged Russian and Belarusian influence over two decades Italian journalist Davide Carbonaro calls the investigation a 'mission of lies' and claims it was a political tool to distract from Poland’s internal crisesBy RT
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Russian economist and financial analyst Alexandr Razuvaev shares a candid analysis of Russia’s and India’s economic trajectories, the potential consequences of removing Russian oil from global markets, and how upcoming political shifts in Ukraine may unlock a path toward peaceBy RT
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Tara and Michelle are joined by investigative reporter Vicky Ward, renowned for her groundbreaking coverage of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. Ward is the host and co-producer of the acclaimed podcast and docuseries Chasing Ghislaine and a New York Times bestselling author whose work has exposed the dark intersections of power, privilege, an…
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On this week's Progress Report, Zachary and Emma dive into some optimistic stories you may have missed during your doomscrolling. From tsunami-stopping tech in Japan to social media-powered rescue missions in Ghana and the groundbreaking frontiers of male birth control, this isn’t your usual ocean of depressing news. What Could Go Right? is produce…
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What if ICE visits our church? How are we doing after the LA Fires? And how can the Church can help rebuild and heal? In this heartfelt episode of Talkin’ Politics & Religion Without Killin’ Each Other, host Corey Nathan welcomes back the Reverend Dr. Matt Colwell, Senior Pastor of Knox Presbyterian Church in Pasadena, CA. A theologian, author, and…
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Bergen-Belsen Concentration Camp in Germany was the only camp liberated by the British Forces in April, 1945. Prior to that, over 50,000 people were murdered there. After liberation, the British Forces, alongside the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (AJDC) set up another camp about 2km away, the Bergen-Belsen Displaced Persons (DP) Camp…
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New evidence...Was Epstein's jail video manipulated? Veteran War Correspondent in Kyiv & host of the 'On the Edge' podcast Phil Ittner reports on the Ukraine Update. Grifter Trump strikes again - this time with the G20. The word Gestapo literally means “state secret police“. That’s what we have now with ice. And the guys who are deported to El Salv…
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Texas Republicans are busy gerrymandering their already gerrymandered congressional map, and other red states are looking to do the same—all aimed at blocking the Dems from winning back the House and shielding Donald Trump at all costs. Meanwhile, the DOJ is trying to get state voter rolls and is laying the groundwork for interfering in the midterm…
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On the latest episode of ‘Sanchez Effect’ Mr Roeper breaks down what freedom of speech has turned to in Europe. He reveals that there’s an unwritten script you must follow, leaving the public blissfully unaware of the real story. Together with Rick Sanchez, they expose the truth about Russia—the so-called boogeyman—unraveling the narrative that’s b…
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Ukrainian opposition politician Alexander Lazarev delivers a fiery assessment of Zelensky’s crumbling power and growing rift with Western backers. Lazarev claims the West is orchestrating Zelensky’s political downfall, using anti-corruption bodies as weapons, triggering protests, and preparing a replacement behind the scenes…
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In this episode of Lumumba’s Africa, we delve into the complex and often contentious landscape of African legal systems. From colonial-era laws still lingering in modern statutes to the challenges of judicial independence and access to justice, we explore how Africa’s legal frameworks shape—and sometimes stifle—progress.…
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Tensions flared at the European Union as an Israeli MP accused the UK and France of rewarding Hamas by supporting Palestinian statehood Manuel Sarkis Hassassian, the Palestinian ambassador to Denmark, calls the UK's stance ambiguous and insincere, arguing that humanitarian support and unconditional recognition are the only viable steps forward…
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Senior economist and acclaimed author Gurcharan Das joins RT to discuss India’s critical need for job creation through an industrial revolution Despite rapid economic growth, nearly half of India’s workforce remains stuck in agriculture. Mr. Das explains why manufacturing exports are India’s path forward…
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There is now hunger in Gaza, widespread and dangerous. It's less dire than Western media claims, but could reach those proportions if it isn't reversed through an aid surge. How did we get to this point? What were Israeli officials thinking? And what does the current crisis tell us about the state of the war? This episode was sponsored by an anonym…
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