Rozina Sabur, Deputy US Editor, shares the tense atmosphere leading up to the election, highlighting security concerns stemming from past violence. Jesse Moss and Tony Gerber, co-directors of 'War Game,' discuss their documentary simulating a contested election scenario that spiraled into insurrection. They reveal the dynamics of military involvement in domestic crises and the pervasive impact of misinformation. Amidst fears and tensions, the trio emphasizes the importance of civic engagement and maintaining hope for democratic processes.

The hosts discuss the attempted storming of Avdiivka by Russian forces in Ukraine, the obstacles faced by aid to Ukraine in the US, and the disqualification of a potential anti-war presidential candidate in Russia. The podcast also covers topics such as the desperate situation in eastern Ukraine, Donald Trump's legal troubles and its impact on his presidential pursuit, the phone call between Chinese and Russian leaders, implications of mass conscription in Ukraine, and dysfunction on Capitol Hill.

David Knowles, Francis Dearnley, and Rozina Sabur discuss the shortage of shells impacting Ukrainian troops, the arrest of Ukrainian intelligence officers working for Russia, Tucker Carlson's influence, increasing diplomatic closeness between Russia and the UAE, the possibility of major VPN services being blocked in Russia, and challenges in funding Ukraine amidst Republican resistance.