Ernest Moniz

Ernest Moniz, a physicist and former U.S. Secretary of Energy, joins the discussion alongside Kristen Soltis Anderson, a savvy pollster and co-founder of Echelon Insights. They tackle the serious implications of rising nuclear tensions and geopolitical shifts, humorously woven into a critique of current events. The conversation also navigates the intersection of corporate politics and social issues, examining Disney’s role in the ‘Don’t Say Gay’ debate, all while unpacking the complexities of cultural values amid the pandemic.

Retired Green Beret Col. David Maxwell discusses paramilitary options against Russian invaders in Ukraine, while former US-Iran nuclear deal negotiator Ernest Moniz offers perspective on new talks with hardliners. Topics include the role of the Green Berets in Ukraine, the mindset of Special Forces soldiers, the potential of a Russian invasion, the European response to the conflict in Ukraine, Iran's nuclear capability, challenges in Iran's nuclear program, and Israel's involvement in assassinations and sabotage in Iran.