Sohrab Ahmari

Sohrab Ahmari, U.S. editor for UnHerd and commentator on MAGA foreign policy, discusses fascinating insights on Trump's recent statements about Iran's nuclear program. He delves into the internal divisions within the MAGA movement regarding military intervention and highlights the complexities of U.S.-Israel relationships. Ahmari also addresses the resilience of the Iranian regime and shifting American attitudes toward foreign affairs. With headlines covering immigration debates and political shifts, the conversation is both engaging and thought-provoking.

Sohrab Ahmari, U.S. editor for UnHerd and former neocon turned realist, dives into the intricacies of U.S.-Iran relations and the failures of regime change. He passionately critiques the growing public support for military action against Iran and discusses the dangers of impulsive interventions. The conversation also touches on cultural figures like Theo Von, who impact political discourse, and the urgent need for a more nuanced understanding of Iran’s complexities. Ahmari suggests that diplomacy could be a more viable path forward.

David Sirota chats with Sohrab Ahmari, US editor of UnHerd Magazine known for his investigative prowess, and Luke Goldstein, an Antitrust reporter at The Lever. They unveil the shocking green light given to a major tech merger by the Trump administration, suggesting corruption at play. They explore MAGA infighting in the Justice Department and reflect on how historical scandals like Watergate intersect with current antitrust issues. Could these developments lead to higher consumer prices? The duo navigates the murky waters of corporate mergers and their implications.

Sohrab Ahmari, US editor of UnHerd and a practicing Catholic, discusses the implications of Pope Leo XIV's election, the first American Pope. They explore his controversial social media posts critiquing figures like Trump and Vance, and the potential impact of his papacy on traditional values and politics. The chat delves into the Pope's balancing act between liberals and conservatives, his views on immigration and climate change, and the historic tensions between religious authority and national identity. What does this mean for faith and populism?

Sohrab Ahmari, US editor of UnHerd and author of *Tyranny, Inc.*, dives into the complexities of the Iran-Israel conflict, dissecting U.S. foreign policy's unpredictable nature and the resilience of Iran amidst external pressures. Leigh Claire La Berge, Professor and author of *Fake Work*, humorously reflects on her journey through the dot-com boom and exposes the darker sides of corporate life, critique of capitalism, and the absurdities of Y2K. Together, they navigate the intricate intersections of politics and economics.