The Political Scene | The New Yorker Why Vladimir Putin’s Family Is Learning Mandarin
May 25, 2024
Political journalists Susan B. Glasser, Jane Mayer, and Evan Osnos discuss global events like the death of Iran's president and Putin studying Mandarin. They analyze the power dynamics between Russia, China, and Iran, and the impact on the Ukraine conflict. The podcast highlights the lack of focus on foreign affairs in current political campaigns.
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Introduction
00:00 • 6min
Global Power Dynamics and the Fragility of Iran
05:58 • 5min
Analysis of Iran's Isolation and Power Dynamics with Russia and China
11:00 • 2min
The Shift Towards China
12:46 • 7min
Comparing Potential Presidential Policies on Ukraine Conflict
19:52 • 3min
The Trump-Putin Relationship and Global Power Dynamics
22:39 • 10min
Foreign Policy's Limited Spotlight in the Current Campaign
32:37 • 2min