
Jen Kirby
Independent national security reporter, offering insights into Germany's political landscape.
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Feb 20, 2025 • 58min
Will Germany Turn to the Far Right?
Guests Jen Kirby, an independent national security reporter, and Sophia Besch, a senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, dive into Germany's political landscape. They discuss the impending parliamentary elections and the rise of the far-right Alternative for Deutschland (AfD) party, examining its anti-immigrant stance and neo-Nazi ties. The conversation highlights the implications for both European and U.S. politics, alongside the socio-economic factors driving these developments and their potential impact on democratic values.

Oct 21, 2024 • 58min
How Harris and Trump Would Differ on Foreign Policy
Fred Kaplan, a national security columnist for Slate and author of "The Bomb," discusses critical foreign policy dynamics, while Jen Kirby, a freelance journalist, offers insights on current global conflicts. They dive into how a potential Harris administration would contrast with Trump's foreign policy, especially in relation to the Middle East crisis and Ukraine. The conversation touches on implications for U.S. military aid, the impact of Iran's role in geopolitics, and the interplay between foreign issues and voter sentiment in upcoming elections.