

David Sanger
White House and national security correspondent for The New York Times and author focused on geopolitics and national security, providing analysis on U.S. foreign policy and strategy.
Top 10 podcasts with David Sanger
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Jan 8, 2026 • 55min
Venezuela After Maduro: Can Trump Control Caracas From Afar?
David Sanger, a national security correspondent for The New York Times, Luisa Palacios, an energy finance expert, and Alejandro Velasco, a historian of Venezuelan politics, delve into the aftermath of Maduro's arrest. They explore the motivations behind the U.S. action, assess the feasibility of controlling Venezuela without ground troops, and unravel the implications for everyday Venezuelans. The guests also discuss the intertwined history of U.S. interests in Venezuelan oil and the potential risks of occupation, while reflecting on the broader consequences for American credibility in global politics.

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Jan 17, 2026 • 25min
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 1/16/25
Join David Sanger, a national security expert from The New York Times; Nick Schifrin, PBS NewsHour's foreign affairs correspondent; Jonathan Karl, ABC News' chief Washington correspondent; and Nancy Youssef, Pentagon correspondent for The Atlantic, as they navigate Trump’s influence on U.S. foreign policy. They discuss the halted strikes on Iran, the Pentagon’s reluctance to politicize military actions, and the growing divides within the GOP. Tune in for insights on media impacts and the shifting geopolitical landscape.

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May 21, 2024 • 38min
America’s New Cold Wars, With David Sanger
David Sanger, White House correspondent, discusses America's new Cold Wars with a focus on geopolitical rivalry, Russian interference, China's influence, semiconductor self-sufficiency, AI safety, nuclear arms limitation, and navigating relationships with Russia and China.

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Apr 27, 2024 • 33min
The next era of global superpower competition: a conversation with the New York Times' David Sanger
Pulitzer prize-winning national security correspondent for The New York Times, David Sanger, discusses the strategic competition between the US, China, and Russia with Ian Bremmer. They explore US intelligence failures, the growing cooperation between China and Russia, and the significance of semiconductor factories for national security.

Apr 29, 2024 • 9min
'New Cold Wars' examines the relationship between the U.S., Russia and China
David Sanger, a reporter for The New York Times, discusses the evolving relationships between the U.S., Russia, and China in his book 'New Cold Wars'. He delves into how technology, military intelligence, and economic sanctions shape the conflict, highlighting the unpredictability of today's international politics.

Apr 17, 2024 • 51min
David Sanger: New Cold Wars
Author David Sanger discusses his new book 'New Cold Wars' on escalating tensions between the US, Russia, and China. Delving into Biden's approach to Iran, cyber operations, and strategic deterrence. Touches on Trump's national security approach and potential second term team. Explores complex global dynamics and rising partnerships between Russia, China, and Iran.

Nov 15, 2025 • 43min
FTA: Can it Get Any Crazier Than This?
Rosa Brooks, a legal scholar and former senior Pentagon official, joins David Sanger, a veteran national security correspondent for The New York Times, and EJ Dionne, a political commentator for The Washington Post, to dissect alarming cabinet picks in a post-election Trump administration. They explore how unqualified nominees threaten democratic institutions, the implications of prioritizing loyalty over competence, and the resulting breakdown of governance. They also discuss potential GOP resistance and the alarming impact of these choices on public health and the military.

Apr 23, 2024 • 1h 7min
Chatter: New Cold Wars with Journalist David Sanger
Journalist David Sanger discusses the U.S.'s new conflicts with Russia and China, Biden administration's concerns about a potential nuclear threat from Putin, strategic importance of chips in military systems, Taiwan's defense amid technological advancements, geopolitics in Ukraine, and the complexities of modern cold wars and global alliances.

May 2, 2024 • 1h 10min
America’s Allies & Enemies (with David Sanger)
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist David Sanger discusses U.S. international conflict, trade, and power dynamics. Topics include trial memories, 'prior bad acts', and Preet's favorite law movie. They also delve into China's rise, Russia's actions, and American foreign policy in defending the West.

Apr 30, 2024 • 36min
Is America Headed into a New Cold War?
America's top national security reporter, David Sanger, discusses the return of superpower conflicts and the underestimated ambitions of Russia and China. He explores the limitations of economic interdependence in preventing conflict and the need to counter the 'grand delusion.' They touch on Putin's strategic vision, Taiwan's semiconductor dominance, and the challenges of cutting off key technologies to China.


