PBD Podcast Iran's NEW Supreme Leader + NYC Terror Attack | PBD #755
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Mar 9, 2026 A rapid breakdown of Iran naming Mojtaba Khamenei as the new supreme leader and the domestic fallout. Heated debate over military goals, possible endgames, and whether the U.S. might seize strategic islands. Analysis of Strait of Hormuz disruptions and oil price shocks. Coverage of the NYC IED attack and links between online radicalization and local violence.
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Regime Violence Against Its Own Citizens Undermines Legitimacy
- Iranian regime has shown willingness to kill its own citizens, undermining claims of domestic legitimacy.
- Patrick Bet-David cites BBC-verified images and interviews showing mass deaths and government reprisals against protesters.
Iran Women Soccer Team Refuses Anthem And Seeks Asylum
- Iran women's national team refused to sing the anthem in Australia and signaled for help on the bus.
- Patrick Bet-David and Vincent Oshana highlight demands to grant asylum and state-TV calls to 'punish traitors' as proof of real danger if players return.
Gulf States’ Appeasement Strategy Has Collapsed
- Gulf Arab strategy of appeasement toward Iran failed; neighbors now favor tougher measures.
- Patrick Bet-David cites a Wall Street Journal summary showing Saudi/UAE bets on cordial ties collapsed as Iran attacked regional infrastructure.