Robert Kelly
Political analyst and academic based in South Korea, known for expertise on Korean security, North Korea's military and politics, and international relations in Northeast Asia.
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Feb 13, 2026 • 24min
Trump’s ‘majorly fumbled’ Epstein scandal is going to get worse
Professor Robert Kelly, political science professor and commentator, breaks down the fallout from the mishandled Epstein files and why the scandal is fracturing support on the right. He then shifts to geopolitics, explaining Russia’s moves in Cuba, tensions at the Munich Security Conference, and whether a U.S.-Russia reset or a Trump-led Ukraine deal is realistic.
Nov 26, 2025 • 38min
347. Battleground Korea: Episode VI - The Unfinished Truce and Enduring Legacy
In this discussion, political analyst Robert Kelly, known for his expertise on Korean security, explores the lasting impacts of the 1953 Armistice. He highlights how the absence of a formal peace treaty perpetuates North Korea's extreme militarization and its nuclear arsenal's role as a deterrent. The conversation dives into the political dynamics within South Korea regarding unification, and North Korea's implications in the Ukraine conflict. Kelly also shares insights from his firsthand visit to Pyongyang, revealing the stark realities faced by its citizens.
