Charles Hecker
Russia analyst and author who appears for the newspapers segment and to discuss US politics and international developments.
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Nov 17, 2025 • 1h 4min
How close is too close for Germany and China? Beijing meeting sets the stage
Aaron Burnett, a Senior Fellow in Berlin, dives into Germany's critical economic reliance on China, exposing risks tied to rare earths and defense. Charles Hecker analyzes political shifts, including Trump’s stance on Epstein files and US military moves near Venezuela. Inzaman Rashid reports on Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 at Cityscape Global, while Juliette Lindley discusses the Pope's outreach to Hollywood, blending faith with modern culture. Andrew Ross Sorkin warns of potential financial bubbles, making connections to AI's influence and past market crashes.
Oct 28, 2025 • 59min
Trump says he will solve the Afghanistan-Pakistan crisis ‘very quickly’. Plus: Europe’s rival to Starlink
Lynne O'Donnell, a journalist focused on Afghanistan and Pakistan, discusses Donald Trump's potential role in mediating peace talks. She highlights the complexities of the Taliban-Pakistan relationship. Julia Jen shares insights on Europe's ambitions to create a rival to Starlink, revealing security concerns and industry fragmentation. Charles Hecker offers his take on geopolitical news, while Jessica Bridger delves into community-focused tourism and urban planning, emphasizing local control over ski resorts and pedestrian-friendly city designs.
