Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov

They unpack Iran’s sudden shift to dynastic rule and what Mojtaba Khamenei’s rise means for Tehran’s future. They track the war’s human toll and how rising oil above $100 is roiling global markets. They explore the economic fallout on inflation and investor panic, plus the fragile state of U.S. alliances and the unclear U.S. strategy for ending the conflict.

Discussion of Trump openly accepting possible American casualties while signaling regime change in Iran. Analysis of the economic shockwaves as oil and markets react. Debate over whether bombing without a plan risks a protracted conflict. Questions about Cuba as a potential next target. Coverage of leadership shakeups, immigration enforcement shifts, and new DOJ file releases.

They unpack the fallout from an escalating U.S.-Iran conflict and how rising gas prices and munitions shortages could hit household budgets. They cover the sudden firing of a top administration figure and chaotic messaging from the White House. A tense protest at a Senate hearing and questions about whether the war is drowning out scrutiny of withheld Epstein files also come under scrutiny.

Timothy Snyder, historian and author of On Tyranny, joins to trace historical patterns around war and authoritarianism. He discusses unpredictability of wars, why missiles rarely create democracy, and how foreign and domestic politics intersect. They also examine reactions in Iran, risks of polarizing narratives, and what recent primaries signal for American democracy.

A deep dive into fractures within MAGA after U.S. strikes on Iran sparks right‑wing backlash and credibility questions for JD Vance. They probe rising casualties, shaky messaging from the White House, and the risk to America First politics. The conversation also covers Kristi Noem’s heated Congressional hearing, scrutiny of DHS tactics, and calls for accountability amid national security concerns.

James Stavridis, retired U.S. Navy Admiral and former NATO Supreme Allied Commander, provides expert military and strategic analysis. He maps three scenarios for Iran, weighs options for an off-ramp versus wider war, and discusses covert, cyber and conventional tools to degrade Tehran’s capabilities. He also explores regional ripple effects, oil market risks, and geopolitical impacts on China and Russia.

Announcement of a new weekday schedule with daily political breakdowns. A centrist lens and measured outrage against political extremes. Discussion of what being a moderate means and why moderation is not weakness. Practical notes on where and when to tune in for smart, data‑driven commentary.

They unpack the Clintons' closed‑door depositions and what investigators might actually uncover. Discussion moves to J.D. Vance's Medicaid freeze and whether it is reform or political positioning. They cover FBI personnel shakeups tied to Trump probes and quietly drafted military options regarding rising tensions with Iran. A possible 2028 Kamala Harris bid is also teased.

They dismantle Trump’s marathon State of the Union, flagging spectacle over substance and a mixed Iran posture. They spotlight the Democratic split between decorum and disruption and ideas for high-production counterprogramming. They unpack the Pentagon’s standoff with AI firm Anthropic and the national-security vs. corporate-autonomy clash.

Nancy Pelosi, former Speaker of the U.S. House known for legislative leadership, joins for a wide-ranging conversation. She weighs risks of escalation with Iran and NATO concerns. They discuss the Prince Andrew arrest and the push to release Epstein files. Pelosi outlines election protection plans, redistricting wins, campaign strategy, and her reflections on the Affordable Care Act.