Robin Wright

Robin Wright, a New Yorker journalist specializing in foreign affairs, and Vali Nasr, a Middle Eastern politics professor, analyze escalating tensions in the Middle East, particularly the aftermath of targeted killings of Hamas and Hezbollah leaders. They discuss the potential for regional warfare involving Iran and U.S. involvement to de-escalate the conflict. Additionally, Bill Browder shares insights on the largest prisoner swap between Russia and the West since the Cold War, revealing the complexities of international negotiations.

Tom Hanks, Robin Wright, and Gary Sinise join The Ringer's Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, Sean Fennessey, and Mallory Rubin in a live show analyzing 'Forrest Gump.' They discuss the evolution of public opinion on the movie, memorable scenes, emotional moments, the soundtrack, hypothetical scenarios, casting what-ifs, and the darker undertones of the film.

Journalist Robin Wright and retired U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Mark Hertling discuss the escalating war in Gaza and the declining U.S. aid to Ukraine. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman explores the promise and peril of artificial intelligence, sharing insights from the boardroom chaos at OpenAI. Bill Gates talks about A.I.-powered innovations that can save millions of lives.

Iran experts Karim Sadjadpour and Robin Wright discuss the implications of President Raisi's death on Iranian politics. They explore succession options, the role of the Revolutionary Guard Corps, and the future of Iran's foreign relations. Also, they analyze the Biden administration's Iran strategy and potential U.S. policy shifts post-election.

Join journalist Robin Wright, a seasoned expert on Iran and a notable writer for The New Yorker, as she delves into the harrowing attack on Salman Rushdie. The discussion unveils how the fatwa issued by Ayatollah Khomeini was never solely about Rushdie, but rather a reflection of deep societal issues. Wright highlights the chilling implications for freedom of expression and the cultural ramifications of censorship. The podcast also examines the celebratory reactions within Iran post-attack and its effects on U.S.-Iran relations.