The podcast dives into the critical escalations in the Ukraine war and the anticipated peace prospects according to former Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba. It also explores Larry Summers' warnings about potential inflation under a new Trump administration. Marine biologist Ayana Elizabeth Johnson discusses local environmental initiatives amid federal cutbacks. Finally, Eric Schmidt shares insights from his new book on the complexities and future of artificial intelligence, highlighting its risks and transformative potential.
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The escalation in the Ukraine war, marked by U.S. military support, has heightened fears of Russian aggression but strengthened Ukrainian resolve.
Concerns about Trump's economic agenda suggest potential inflation spikes, while local governance may still drive climate initiatives despite federal policy challenges.
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Today on the show, in the wake of major escalations in the war in Ukraine, Fareed is joined by former Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba to discuss the prospects of a viable path to peace, and what Kyiv expects from a second Trump term.
Next, former US Treasury Secretary Larry Summers speaks with Fareed about the incoming Trump administration’s economic agenda and warns that it could lead to levels of inflation far greater than we’ve seen in recent years.
Then, marine biologist Ayana Elizabeth Johnson tells Fareed that while she is not confident in the incoming Trump administration’s climate policy, cities and states are still able to make real progress at the local level.
Finally, Eric Schmidt, former Google CEO, joins the show to discuss his new book “Genesis” and the uncertain future of artificial intelligence.
GUESTS: Dmytro Kuleba (@DmytroKuleba); Larry Summers (@LHSummers); Ayana Elizabeth Johnson (@ayanaeliza); Eric Schmidt (@ericschmidt)