Julia Yoffe

Julia Yoffe, a founding partner at Puck and author of 'Motherland,' and Oliver Carroll, a Kiev correspondent for The Economist, dive into the diplomatic dance between the U.S. and Europe amid the Russia-Ukraine war. They discuss Zelensky's critical visit to Washington, highlighting the urgency for support against Russian aggression. Yoffe and Carroll reveal the stark contrasts between Trump's past meeting with Putin and today's diplomatic efforts. They explore the resilience of Ukrainians, the psychological toll of war, and the strategic importance of Europe's partnership with the U.S.

In this discussion, Matt Pottinger, former U.S. Deputy National Security Advisor, explores the recent Trump-Xi summit, detailing agreements on trade and America's competitive edge in technology. He raises concerns about the potential consequences of Trump's shocking order to resume nuclear weapons testing. Patrick Gaspard shares insights into the New York mayoral race, emphasizing Zohran Mamdani's unique appeal to voters and his approach to tackling issues like Islamophobia. Julia Ioffe dives into the critical role of women in Russian history, spotlighting influential figures and the evolving societal norms.