The Al Franken Podcast 192: Frank Foer and David Rothkopf on Israel’s Wars in Gaza and Lebanon…and Nobel Climate Scientist Michael Mann on the Hurricanes
Oct 13, 2024
Frank Foer, a writer for The Atlantic, and David Rothkopf, a political analyst from The Daily Beast, tackle the ongoing turmoil in the Middle East following last year's devastating attack in Israel. They discuss potential futures for Gaza and the impact of U.S. foreign policy on the region. Nobel Prize-winning climate scientist Michael Mann highlights the urgent threat of climate change, linking it to the recent devastating hurricanes Helene and Milton. Together, they explore the intersection of global conflict and environmental crises.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Election and Climate: A Crucial Intersection
02:14 • 6min
Navigating Tensions: Israel and Gaza with a Language Learning Interlude
08:09 • 2min
U.S. Diplomacy and the Gaza Conflict
10:06 • 13min
Navigating U.S.-Israel Diplomacy
23:17 • 10min
Seasonal Trends and Home Improvement Services
33:27 • 2min
Political Dynamics and Peace Prospects in the Middle East
35:05 • 16min
Navigating Complex Conversations on Leadership and Politics
50:42 • 3min