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Henry Kissinger’s Complicated Legacy

Dec 6, 2023

Hosts discuss Israeli forces in Gaza, Biden's shift on Israel, skirmishes with Iranian proxy forces, controversies at COP28, UAE's role in Sudan, Cuban spy US ambassador, and the complicated legacy of Henry Kissinger. Interview with Senator Welch about Gaza ceasefire and Biden's funding bill for Israel and Ukraine.

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The UAE's involvement in fueling the civil war in Sudan raises questions about the arms trade and its impact on conflict zones.

Senator Peter Welch calls for a ceasefire in Gaza to protect innocent Palestinian civilians and work towards a two-state solution.

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The podcast episode discusses various topics including the importance of getting involved in the upcoming presidential election, the ongoing civil war in Sudan, and the controversial legacy of Henry Kissinger. It highlights the need for individuals to take action in the political process, explores the humanitarian crisis in Sudan, and analyzes the mixed impact of Kissinger's foreign policy decisions. The episode raises questions about the role of the UAE in arming conflict zones, emphasizes the importance of moral compass in shaping foreign policy, and highlights the global consequences of US actions.

Introduction

2min

The Conflict in Gaza Escalates

22min

CIA in Cuba, Encryption, Holidays, and Sponsor Ads

6min

Discussion on COP 28 Summit and Its Outcomes

3min

The Co-opting of COP and the Need for Accountability Measures

20min

A Quick Break, NPR Podcast Ad, Cariuma Sneakers Ad, Tommy John Underwear Ad

4min

Interview with Vermont Senator Peter Welch

24min

Wrapping up the episode and promoting subscriber questions

2min

Tommy and Ben discuss the latest news from Gaza, including Israeli forces moving into southern Gaza, the Biden administration’s shift from a “hug Bibi” strategy to publicly criticizing Israel, and the ongoing skirmishes between the US military and Iranian proxy forces. They also talk about the latest controversies and accomplishments at the COP28 climate summit, how the UAE is fueling the civil war in Sudan, a US ambassador turned Cuban spy and the complicated, but mostly terrible, legacy of Henry Kissinger. Then Tommy interviews Vermont Senator Peter Welch about why he’s calling for a ceasefire in Gaza and what’s going on with Biden’s supplemental funding bill for Israel and Ukraine.

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Pod Save the World

Henry Kissinger’s Complicated Legacy

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The Call for Indefinite Ceasefire in Gaza

Using US Leverage and Policy Changes for Peace

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