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Pod Save the World
Each week, “Pod Save America” cohost Tommy Vietor and Obama’s former Deputy National Security Advisor Ben Rhodes break down the biggest developments in foreign policy, national security and global politics. They try to explain which stories matter and why, and what we can all do to understand and shape the world around us.
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May 15, 2024 • 1h 22min
Biden Punishes China
Guest hosts Daniel Kurtz-Phelan and Rana Ayyub discuss Biden's tariffs on China, Russia's offensive in Kharkiv, protests in Georgia, Indian elections, Modi's impact on democracy, attacks on Muslims and journalists in India.

10 snips
May 8, 2024 • 1h 16min
Israel Begins Rafah Offensive (feat. Ali Velshi)
Ali Velshi joins the hosts to discuss the Israel-Hamas ceasefire, Rafah offensive, Al Jazeera shutdown, TikTok ban. They tackle Chinese President's Europe visit, Putin's inauguration, assassination plot against Zelensky. They also talk about activism for abortion rights in Europe and discuss Ali's book 'Small Acts of Courage'.

May 1, 2024 • 1h 25min
Tucker Carlson Interviews "Putin's Brain"
Tucker Carlson interviews a far-right ultranationalist close with Putin, discussing ceasefire in Israel, Saudi-Israeli relations, ICC arrest warrant for Netanyahu. They also cover leaked intelligence on Navalny's death, Blinken's China trip, Iranian rapper's death sentence, leadership changes in Scotland, and Africa's upcoming election and Rwandan genocide anniversary.

17 snips
Apr 24, 2024 • 1h 24min
Gaza Protests Roil College Campuses
Israeli military aid, Gaza protests on US campuses, Ukraine funding, Musk's legal battle, US troop withdrawal from Niger, Biden's remarks on cannibalism, Congresswoman's 'no' vote on offensive weapons, escalating crisis in Gaza, and guest discussing foreign aid debate in Congress.

Apr 19, 2024 • 51min
Breaking: Israel Strikes Back at Iran
Tommy and Ben discuss Israel's retaliatory strike in Iran, the Biden administration's response, supplemental funding bills for Israel and Ukraine. They touch on US messaging in Gaza, vetoing UN resolutions, and take audience questions on Discord.

11 snips
Apr 17, 2024 • 1h 22min
Iran Attacks Israel
Tommy and Ben discuss Iran's recent attack on Israel, Biden's message urging restraint, and the Republicans' calls for war with Iran. They also touch on Ukrainian President Zelensky's criticism, a spy scandal, Gaza's reconstruction challenges, and Meghan Markle's strawberry jam arrival.

Apr 10, 2024 • 1h 22min
Biden Gives Israel An Ultimatum on Gaza
The podcast delves into Biden's ultimatum to Israel over Gaza, Ecuador's diplomatic crisis, Trump's Ukraine plan, Slovakia's pro-Russian president, Japan's PM meeting with Biden, Saudi infrastructure woes, and the Tory Party's political tweet. David Miliband, President of the International Rescue Committee, discusses the imperative to save lives in Gaza amidst the conflict and aid efforts.

Apr 6, 2024 • 60min
Can Saudi Money Whitewash a Murder?: World Corrupt Season 2, Episode 4
Exploring the flow of Saudi money into Hollywood, Silicon Valley, and Wall Street, the US-Saudi relationship history, motivations behind investments, grassroots activism vs. human rights violations, and hopeful prospects for a more just world.

Apr 3, 2024 • 1h 2min
Israeli Strike Kills World Central Kitchen Staff in Gaza
Israeli airstrike kills top Iranian generals in Syria, drone strikes hit World Central Kitchen workers in Gaza, Israel faces protests against Netanyahu. Trump's

Mar 30, 2024 • 59min
Saudi Arabia: The New Home of Global Football: World Corrupt Season 2, Episode 3
INews's chief football writer Daniel Storey joins the podcast to discuss the rise of Saudi Arabia's football league, including the signings of superstars like Cristiano Ronaldo. They explore the controversial move of Jordan Henderson to the Saudi pro-league, FIFA's bidding process for the 2034 Men's World Cup, and Saudi Arabia's ambition to host the 2035 Women's World Cup amidst social and political concerns.


