The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway Gaza, Ukraine, and the End of American Reliability — with Ian Bremmer
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Oct 2, 2025 
Ian Bremmer, President of Eurasia Group and expert on global politics, dives into critical discussions on the U.S. role in today's geopolitical landscape. He evaluates Trump's contentious speech at the UN and explores the implications of a potential peace deal in Gaza. Bremmer also questions the UN's effectiveness amidst crises and analyzes the shifting dynamics in Ukraine and Russia. Additionally, he addresses rising political violence and its impact on American governance, providing thought-provoking insights on the future of international relations.
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U.S. Retreat From Postwar Leadership
- Trump’s UN speech signaled the U.S. stepping back from leading the postwar order and pushing to change rules to benefit itself.
- Ian Bremmer warns this undermines allies and creates global uncertainty about U.S. commitment.
UN's Structural Flaws And Practical Value
- The UN's Security Council is structurally broken but the UN still performs vital humanitarian and diplomatic roles.
- Bremmer emphasizes the UN enabled the Black Sea grain deal and prevents far greater global suffering.
Value Forums Over Headlines
- Preserve forums that enable global engagement even if they lack enforcement, because discourse enables diplomacy and cooperation.
- Use the UN to convene states, share intelligence, and avoid escalation through backchannel diplomacy.
