The DSR Network

Author Miles Taylor discusses his book 'Blowback,' warning of the threat Trump poses to democracy. They explore the repercussions of Trump's potential return to power and the importance of standing up against political extremism.

Investigative journalist Michael Weiss discusses his latest reporting on Russian military unit 29155 and the 'Havana syndrome,' revealing the challenges of investigating covert activities and the reactions within the intelligence community. The podcast delves into the uncertainties surrounding new threats and the accountability in intelligence operations.

Discussion on Israel's planned military offensive in Rafah and Haiti's transitional government, along with a landmark climate ruling in Europe. Regional tensions from floods in Russia and US military actions in Yemen are also highlighted.

Julia Ioffe discusses the intense decision-making around military aid to Ukraine, with focus on House Republicans' surprising support. Topics include Marjorie Taylor Greene's threats, Donald Trump's influence, and the complexities of the MAGA-Putin alliance. The podcast sheds light on the harsh realities for Ukraine and the propaganda tactics of Russian state media.

On the Monday edition of the DSR Daily, we cover the reduction of Israeli troops in Gaza, the pro-Russian president-elect in Slovakia, a Brazilian investigation into Elon Musk, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s a new trend: GOP legislatures are advancing bills that place onerous new kinds of restrictions on public and school libraries in states like Idaho, Alabama, Georgia and others. On the front lines of taking on this trend is Emily Drabinski, the president of the American Library Association, who also grew up in Idaho and is openly gay. So we invited Drabinski on to the show to shed light on what it takes to battle the book banners targeting LGBTQ materials in states like her own, and what sort of toll this is taking on communities across the country. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Kavita Patel, Norm Ornstein, and David Rothkopf discuss the lack of indictments against Donald Trump and the GOP's reaction. They explore legal challenges, Senate confirmations, and the urgency of legal actions against Trump. The conversation also touches on global efficiency in handling indictments and the importance of Wisconsin elections for democracy.

Policy analyst Dmitri Alperovitch and journalist Josh Rogin discuss America's approach towards China. They debate on cooperation, Taiwan's role, and avoiding militaristic framing. The podcast explores economic ties, strategic decoupling, and the ideological battle between China and the US.

Pulitzer-prize finalist and best-selling author, Annie Jacobson, joins the hosts to discuss her new book on nuclear war scenarios, including insights on how a nuclear war would be conducted and the terrifyingly short time scale involved. They explore the impacts of nuclear warfare, differing views on deterrence and non-proliferation, the significance of language in nuclear discourse, and the importance of unbiased dialogues on humanitarian impacts of nuclear weapons.

Investigative journalists Grozev, Dobrokhotov, and Weiss explore evidence linking Russian operatives to Havana Syndrome incidents. They present a prosecution case, urging US government action as defense attorney for accused criminals. Discusses motives, means, opportunities, and challenges in investigating the phenomenon.