Jeremy Stern, a nonresident senior fellow at the Atlantic Council and news editor at Tablet magazine, shares his unique journey from EOD officer to journalism. He discusses the horrors of recent attacks in Israel and the evolution of media in representing cultural identity. Stern also reflects on his experiences in Russia, demining in Tajikistan, and the complexities of balancing military service with diplomatic roles. The conversation navigates the rise of information warfare and the importance of understanding heritage amidst contemporary crises.

Walter and Jeremy discuss weed v. booze, the God wars in Africa, Trump’s Hispanic base, how Britain botched victory, and America’s Blue Model society.Each week on What Really Matters, Walter Russell Mead and Jeremy Stern help you understand the news, decide what matters and what doesn’t, and enjoy following the story of America and the world more than you do now. For more, check out tabletmag.com/whatreallymatters. You can read Walter Russell Mead’s Tablet column here, and check out more from Tablet here.Connect with us Follow the podcast on Twitter Follow Walter on Twitter Follow Jeremy on Twitter Email us: wrm@tabletmag.com

Walter and Jeremy discuss US military advice to Ukraine, Latin America’s economic future, and the legacy of the Civil Rights Movement. They also delve into Canada's successful program to recruit skilled immigrants, the broken immigration system, Russia's attack in northeastern Ukraine, and the ongoing relevance of civil rights laws. Additionally, they offer advice for college students and parents on maximizing their college experience.