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Feb 16, 2026 • 28min
Larry Johnson : Why War With Iran Is Imminent
Larry Johnson, a former U.S. intelligence official and national security analyst, outlines rising military movements and diplomatic shifts pointing toward conflict with Iran. He discusses Russia-China-Iran ties, U.S. strike preparations, contested negotiation limits, and regional political dynamics. Short, urgent takes on unfolding geopolitical danger.
Feb 16, 2026 • 17min
Alastair Crooke : Why Witkoff’s Russian Negotiations Are Failing (part one)
Alastair Crooke, former diplomat and Middle East analyst, breaks down why Witkoff’s Russia negotiations are stumbling. He critiques the financial framing of the offer and explains Iran’s priority on lifting economic pressure. He examines Netanyahu’s hardline demands, Israel’s distrust, and why investments alone won’t sway Tehran. Short, sharp geopolitical analysis.
Feb 13, 2026 • 32min
INTEL Roundtable : w/ Johnson & McGovern : Weekly Wrap 13-FEB (FRI the 13th!)
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Feb 12, 2026 • 33min
Prof. John Mearsheimer : Political Pressure and Trump’s Peace Options
John Mearsheimer, renowned realist scholar of international relations, offers sharp takes on U.S.-Iran-Israel dynamics. The conversation covers Netanyahu’s urgent Washington visit and Israel’s widened demands beyond nuclear talks. They examine Iran’s missile threat, hardened nuclear sites, Tehran’s leverage, and the political constraints shaping potential U.S. or Israeli military moves.
Feb 12, 2026 • 33min
COL. Lawrence Wilkerson : The Conflict That Could Draw Everyone In
COL. Lawrence Wilkerson, retired U.S. Army colonel and former chief of staff to Secretary of State Colin Powell, offers sharp analysis on rising geopolitical flashpoints. He discusses nuclear arms control unraveling and the dangers of no legal restraints. He examines China and Russia challenging dollar dominance and military maneuvers around Iran. He also addresses legal checks on executive power amid mounting tensions.
Feb 12, 2026 • 35min
Max Blumenthal : Trump Threatens Venezuela’s New President
Max Blumenthal, investigative journalist and author known for coverage of U.S. foreign interventions, discusses threats to Venezuela’s acting president and alleged secret indictments. He reviews Netanyahu’s Washington trip, Iran backchannels and regional war risks. He also covers Gaza ceasefire violations, Epstein revelations shaking politics, and U.S. pressure on Cuba and international responses.
Feb 12, 2026 • 32min
Pepe Escobar : The Strategy Behind the Iran–China Relationship
Pepe Escobar, veteran geopolitical analyst on Eurasia and China–Middle East ties. He breaks down Iran–China military and intelligence cooperation. He discusses Chinese naval presence, Beidou integration with Iran, commercial and energy stakes, and how these dynamics shape U.S., Russian, and regional calculations.
Feb 11, 2026 • 28min
Prof. Jeffrey Sachs : Is Washington Ignoring Iran’s Peace Offers?
Prof. Jeffrey Sachs, economist and policy expert who advises governments and international organizations. He discusses undeclared wars and use of force. He explains Russia's frustrations with U.S. unpredictability. He critiques Israeli influence on U.S. policy and outlines Iran’s history of seeking negotiations and its February 7 peace proposal. He warns of the risks of wider regional war.
Feb 11, 2026 • 32min
Scot Ritter : Is Netanyahu Calling the Shots?
Scot Ritter, a former U.S. Marine intelligence officer turned foreign policy commentator. He discusses Russia's view of U.S. policy and Lavrov's messaging. He examines Israeli warnings to the U.S. about Iran, the risks of strikes, and how Russia and China could aid Iran. He also covers U.S. military limits, political costs for Trump, and Netanyahu's strategic constraints.
Feb 11, 2026 • 27min
Prof. Glenn Diesen : Europe’s Trust in the U.S. After Epstein
Prof. Glenn Diesen, a political scientist specializing in European foreign policy, discusses European reactions to Middle East tensions and economic risks from a wider Iran conflict. He examines NATO’s limits and Europe’s security dependence. He explores European perceptions of the Epstein disclosures, differing investigations, and how hearings and accountability play out across Europe.
