The DSR Network

Arunabha Ghosh, president of CEEW and climate-policy leader, discusses AI's role in sustainable development and data center siting. He explains principles for AI and climate, uses of AI for resilience and grid optimization, and the need for local language models and digital sandboxes. Short, sharp conversation on policy, planning, and practical tools for climate-smart AI.

They discuss a deadly strike in Kuwait that killed six U.S. soldiers and the risk of wider regional escalation. They cover State Department warnings and embassy closures. The show examines released depositions of Bill and Hillary Clinton and the politics around them. They preview upcoming testimony by a DHS nominee and debate institutional fallout from controversial executive orders.

Mark Jacob, writer and commentator behind Stop the Presses Substack, breaks down the chaotic lead-up to Trump’s Iran decision. He discusses misrepresented military advice, Netanyahu’s influence, shifting public opinion, and alleged lawbreaking and power grabs. Short, sharp takes on political fallout and how wartime moves could reshape domestic power.

Rosa Brooks, Georgetown law professor on international law; Frank Kendall, former Air Force secretary and defense policy expert; Christine Wormuth, former Army secretary focused on military planning and nuclear risks. They dissect the legality of strikes on Iran. They debate whether air power can force regime change. They warn about military norms eroding, escalation risks, and nuclear dangers.

Discussion of the widening war with Iran and retaliatory strikes spilling into neighboring countries. Debate over unclear objectives, regime-change plans, and the human and energy costs of prolonged conflict. Congressional moves to limit presidential war powers are examined. Concerns about AI, Defense contracts, and the risks of AI-enabled targeting are raised.

Matthew Gertz, a Media Matters senior fellow who studies right‑wing media, breaks down how conservative outlets are reacting to Trump’s economic claims. He discusses Fox figures quietly acknowledging bad inflation and growth data. He explores internal splits over tariffs, how messaging strains loyalty, and what that means for Republican prospects this fall.

A rundown of Hillary Clinton’s contentious closed-door testimony before the House oversight committee. Discussion of Pakistan’s airstrikes and widening tensions in Afghanistan. Coverage of Paramount’s surprise win in the Warner Bros. bidding clash and what it means for media independence. Analysis of Anthropic pushing back against Pentagon demands over AI safety guardrails.

Ana Marie Cox, opinion writer and commentator known for work at The New Republic, breaks down the latest twists in the Jeffrey Epstein story. She explains how The New York Times revelations escalate scrutiny and reshape media narratives. Conversation covers Fox News’ awkward response, MAGA infighting, and why revelations could fracture right-wing elites and shift political dynamics.

Norm Ornstein, political scholar known for his long study of Congress and democratic institutions. He warns about the SAVE Act and threats to mail voting. They debate uses of foreign interference claims and pressure to end the filibuster. They also flag looming Supreme Court shifts and urgent steps states may need to protect ballots.

A deadly maritime shootout near Cuba and its geopolitical ripple effects. Tensions linking Cuba, Venezuela and U.S. politics. Medicaid payments to Minnesota frozen and the political fallout. Missing FBI memos tied to Epstein and related document questions. Concerns about ICE at polling places and alleged politicization of federal law enforcement.