

John J. Mearsheimer
R. Wendell Harrison Distinguished Service Professor of Political Science at the University of Chicago and international-relations scholar known for work on realism and strategic analysis; provides expertise on geopolitics and war.
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Mar 11, 2026 • 1h 2min
John Mearsheimer: U.S. Already Lost Iran War - No Off-Ramp in Sight
John Mearsheimer, a University of Chicago international-relations scholar known for realism and strategic analysis, argues the U.S. has already lost a war with Iran and sees no off-ramp. He discusses Iran’s incentives to escalate, Gulf vulnerabilities like oil and desalination, limits of air power and decapitation, and how the conflict reshapes Russian, Chinese, and European calculations.

May 30, 2024 • 30min
Prof. John J. Mearsheimer: How Ukraine War Started.
Prof. John J. Mearsheimer discusses the origins of the Ukraine War, covering topics such as NATO expansion, US support for Ukrainian forces, Trump's foreign policy, risks of great power conflict, potential ICC arrest warrants, erosion of freedoms in the US, and presidential power abuse.

Aug 1, 2024 • 35min
Prof. John J. Mearsheimer: Netanyahu’s Grave Mistakes
John J. Mearsheimer, a renowned political scientist specializing in international relations, dives deep into Israel's recent geopolitical missteps. He critiques Prime Minister Netanyahu's reception in the U.S. Congress, discussing the Israel lobby's sway over American politics. Mearsheimer highlights escalating military actions and their ramifications for peace efforts in Gaza, while also examining the complex dynamics of Israel's relationships with Hezbollah and Iran. Finally, he reflects on NATO's expansion and its broader implications for U.S.-Russia relations.

Jun 13, 2024 • 32min
Prof. John J. Mearsheimer : Netanyahu In Trouble
Prof. John J. Mearsheimer discusses Netanyahu's struggles with US interests and right-wing demands, Russian warships near Florida, Putin's message to the US, President Zelensky at the G7 summit, G7 aid efforts for Ukraine, complexities in Middle East ceasefire negotiations, and Netanyahu potentially facing arrest warrants for war crimes.

Jun 6, 2024 • 36min
Prof. John J. Mearsheimer: What If Gaza and Ukraine Escalate?
Renowned political scientist Prof. John J. Mearsheimer discusses escalating tensions in Gaza and Ukraine, highlighting the risks of conflict escalation and the importance of consistent foreign policy. The podcast delves into regional power dynamics, Russia's stance on NATO and nuclear deterrence, American troops in Ukraine, Israel-Gaza tensions, and Israeli peace proposals.


