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Original air date: September 7, 2023It's hard to separate what is important from what is spin and posturing in the many legal cases involving the disgraced former president of the United States. Fortunately, we sat down with commentator Kimberly Atkins Stohr of the Boston Globe and the Sisters-in-Law Podcast to help make sense of the latest developments. Don't miss our conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Heather and Jon talked to Sarah Mineiro, one of the world's leading experts on space, military operations and nuclear command and control. The former Republican staff Director for the House Armed Services Subcommittee on strategic affairs let us have it with both barrels as we discuss the United States' vulnerabilities and what we should be doing about it to ensure the security of the United States and its allies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the advent of AI and advanced data collection technology, we’re in uncharted waters of data privacy. How can we protect our own data, and what role should companies and governments play in regulating data collection? Data privacy expert Dr. Micah Altman joins David Rothkopf to discuss this pressing issue. This material is distributed by TRG Advisory Services, LLC on behalf of the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in the U.S.. Additional information is available at the Department of Justice, Washington, DC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the Friday edition of the DSR Daily, we cover the father of Georgia school shooter being arrested, Hunter Biden's guilty plea, a high job report, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

During an event billed as a speech about the economy, Donald Trump was addled and confused, rambled incoherently, and launched into strange non sequiturs. Yet The New York Times’s initial news story made the event sound far more normal than it was. Is the press doing an adequate job of analyzing Trump’s deteriorating mental state? We think the answer is an emphatic “no.” We talked to former reporter Meredith Shiner—author of a recent piece for The New Republic about the successes of GOP media ref-working—who explained why the press largely fails to scrutinize Trump’s mental unfitness for the presidency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David Hogg, a passionate gun control advocate, joins Nell Scovell, a writer focused on social issues, for a crucial discussion on America's gun violence epidemic. They dive into the urgent need for political action and the evolving perspectives of Gen Z on firearms. The conversation emphasizes the importance of youth engagement in driving legislative change and calls for bipartisan solutions that address social factors behind gun violence. Both guests advocate for a nuanced understanding of the language surrounding this pressing issue.

The podcast dives into serious allegations of Russian interference in the 2024 election, including disinformation campaigns and their impact on public trust. A tragic school shooting in Georgia ignites a fierce debate on gun control, intertwined with Trump's remarks. The ongoing legal battles surrounding Trump's election subversion case are also scrutinized, particularly in light of a Supreme Court ruling. Plus, there's a delightful pivot to lighter TikTok content, emphasizing the balance between serious news and entertainment.

David Kurtz, executive editor at Talking Points Memo and a keen observer of political trends, dives into Trump's controversial remarks about Arlington National Cemetery. He illustrates how Trump's denial of any misconduct reveals a troubling aspect of MAGA politics. The conversation highlights the dynamics of political intimidation, the impact of harsh rhetoric on families affected by conflict, and the dangers of a polarized mindset that views individuals as allies or enemies. Kurtz emphasizes the dangers of normalizing aggression in political discourse.

Alon Pinkas, a former Israeli consul general, Kori Schake, an international relations expert, and Rosa Brooks, a law professor, dive into the complexities of U.S. policy in the Israel-Gaza conflict. They discuss the Biden administration's perceived passivity and the need for a stronger stance as tensions rise. The trio analyzes Netanyahu's political maneuvers, American military support, and the implications for upcoming elections. They also explore the role of the International Criminal Court in addressing international crimes, adding a global perspective to the debate.

On the Wednesday edition of the DSR Daily, we cover the Democrats and their investments in down-ballot candidates, Judicial reform in Mexico, an arrest of a critical journalist in Iran, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices