

Alexander Mercouris
Regular host and commentator on The Duran who moderates discussions, provides geopolitical analysis, and guides interviews on international affairs.
Top 10 podcasts with Alexander Mercouris
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Feb 16, 2025 • 1h 8min
Trump's Economic Recovery a Dead End? - Michael Hudson, Alexander Mercouris & Glenn Diesen
Michael Hudson, a renowned economist known for his insights on financialization, joins political analyst Alexander Mercouris to discuss the Trump administration's economic strategies. They critically analyze how tariffs and debt reduction aimed at recovery may perpetuate de-industrialization amidst an oligarchic landscape. Hudson challenges common misconceptions of capitalism, while Mercouris contrasts the economic philosophies of BRICS nations versus the U.S. Together, they delve into historical parallels shaping current geopolitical maneuvers.

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Feb 15, 2025 • 1h 14min
Trump To Force Ukraine Peace on Europe - John Mearsheimer, Alexander Mercouris & Glenn Diesen
John Mearsheimer, a University of Chicago political science professor known for his realism insights, joins political analyst Alexander Mercouris. They discuss Trump's unexpected influence on the Ukraine conflict and its implications for European security. The conversation reveals the stagnant diplomacy among European leaders, highlighting the challenges they face in negotiating peace. They critique NATO's hesitance and underscore the need for pragmatic approaches to resolve the war, advocating for a reassessment of military strategies amid shifting geopolitical dynamics.

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Dec 8, 2025 • 49min
Preventing empire collapse
Join journalist and geopolitical analyst Alexander Mercouris as he unpacks the new U.S. National Security Strategy. He contrasts it with past policies and emphasizes a shift from world domination to national re-industrialization. Mercouris discusses U.S. strategies for Latin America, the competition with China, and critiques of European policies. He also explores the historical parallels to British reform under Chamberlain and debates the implications of internal U.S. divisions. Expect insights on how rival powers like Russia and China will exploit the strategy's contradictions.

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Mar 7, 2026 • 1h 46min
Unconditional surrender (Live)
Alexander Mercouris, an experienced geopolitical commentator and lawyer, offers brisk analysis of looming Middle East conflict. He parses Trump’s “unconditional surrender” rhetoric and panic dynamics. He maps Russia-brokered security talks, Gulf states’ dilemmas, and risks of Russia-China-Iran alignment. He also outlines regional flashpoints, energy shocks, and why the US may struggle to control the Strait of Hormuz.

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Oct 26, 2025 • 12min
Battle for Pokrovsk nears its end
In this engaging discussion, political and military analyst Alexander Mercouris dives into the critical developments of the Battle for Pokrovsk. He explains the implications of Ukraine's potential withdrawal and what it means for future conflicts in the Donbass region. The conversation shifts to the strategic targets after Pokrovsk, including Slavyansk and Kramatorsk. Alexander also highlights the significance of recent strikes on energy infrastructure and how territorial losses may impact diplomatic leverage for both Ukraine and the US.

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Sep 30, 2025 • 35min
Trump, Vance, Kellogg test Putin's restraint and Russia's Red Line
Join political analyst Alexander Mercouris as he delves into the implications of the US discussing Tomahawk missiles amidst rising tensions with Russia. He breaks down the logistics and feasibility of deploying these long-range systems and explores Zelensky's relentless push for military support. Mercouris highlights the failure of sanctions and the strategic pivot towards military options, warning that deploying Tomahawks could ignite a serious escalation, crossing a crucial red line for Russia and undermining any potential détente.

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Mar 3, 2026 • 1h 36min
Trump, 'BIG wave' attack coming. Boots on the ground? (Live)
Alexander Mercouris, an experienced geopolitical analyst known for deep conflict analysis, joins to unpack looming 'big wave' attacks and the prospect of boots on the ground. He breaks down the Khamenei meeting strike, regional unrest and Gulf power shifts. They compare playbooks to Ukraine, probe munitions shortages, and weigh wider escalation risks and international stabilizers.

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Feb 7, 2026 • 14min
US-Iran talks, objective remains regime change
Alexander Mercouris, longtime geopolitical analyst focused on Russia, Iran and Western policy. He breaks down why talks moved to Oman and regional dynamics that kept conflict at bay. He compares narrow nuclear talks to broader US demands and argues the US aims for regime change. He also covers oil sanctions, China ties, and why business figures joined diplomatic meetings.

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Dec 19, 2025 • 1h 17min
Fake Diplomacy & Permanent Conflict - John Mearsheimer, Alexander Mercouris & Glenn Diesen
Joining the discussion are John Mearsheimer, an acclaimed international relations scholar known for his critiques of Western policies, and Alexander Mercouris, a keen political analyst of Russian and European affairs. They dive into the failures of Western diplomacy in Ukraine, highlighting the lack of reliable negotiation tactics and the deep divisions between conflicting parties. Mearsheimer argues that NATO expansion poses an existential threat to Russia, while Mercouris points out the declining credibility of European strategy amidst escalating tensions. The panel warns that current actions may lead to a prolonged conflict and an increasingly hostile global landscape.

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Dec 15, 2025 • 52min
US-Ukraine military alliance. Europe dismantles Trump plan
In this engaging discussion, political commentator Alexander Mercouris delves into the intricate dynamics of the US-Ukraine military alliance and the shifting European landscape. He analyzes Zelensky's surprising pause on NATO membership and what this means for security guarantees. Mercouris contrasts Russian and Ukrainian proposals, emphasizing Russia's rejection of demilitarized zones. The conversation also touches on Trump's media-driven negotiation tactics and the intricate dance of U.S.-Russia relations, shedding light on the broader implications of these geopolitical maneuvers.


