

Episode 4714: Brace For Impact The Ukraine Summit: Meeting Of War And Peace
Aug 18, 2025
Ben Harnwell, an insightful international correspondent, discusses the political energy shifting towards Ukraine and its implications for the U.S. He contrasts pressing domestic issues like rising gas prices with the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Harnwell highlights the complexities of international negotiations and critiques the military-industrial complex driving U.S. involvement. He emphasizes the importance of understanding history to navigate today’s geopolitical landscape and calls for prioritizing American challenges over foreign commitments.
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Unfinished Wars Come Back Worse
- Stephen Bannon argues major WWII-level coalitions rarely convene because national interests diverge and leaders often acquiesce to larger powers.
- He links historical intervention fatigue to later larger conflicts, warning unfinished wars return worse.
Bloodlines And Vendettas Shape Eastern Europe
- Bannon emphasizes deep, modern historical wounds in Eastern Europe shape persistent vendettas and make the region unsuitable for U.S. entanglement.
- He cites the Holodomor and other atrocities as reasons the U.S. should avoid getting bogged down there.
Prioritize Domestic Security First
- Stephen Bannon urges focus on domestic security threats like urban crime and migration instead of foreign wars.
- He calls for federal action and troops to secure cities such as Los Angeles and New York first.