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First: What next for Venezuela as Maduro cracks down amid accusations of stealing the latest election? Christiane reaches opposition leader Maria Corina Machado in hiding. Plus: The specter of full-blown regional war hovers over the Middle East. A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas could spread calm, but who's standing in the way? And: The United States vs. Google. Assistant Attorney General Jonathan Kanter joins the show to discuss.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's been one week since Ukraine launched its surprise incursion into Russia. Today, President Vladimir Putin again framed this as a battle of survival against the West, saying Kyiv's move is a negotiating tactic. John Sullivan was appointed US ambassador to Russia by President Trump and was still there when Putin launched his full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. He previously served as deputy secretary of state. He recounts it all in his new book, "Midnight in Moscow," and he joins the program from Washington DC. Also on today's show: Dr. Javid Abdelmoneim, Medical team leader, MSF; Masha Gessen, opinion columnist, The New York Times  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Randall Kennedy, a Harvard professor specializing in racial politics, discusses how Donald Trump weaponizes racial attacks to undermine Kamala Harris. Nicholas Thompson and Emily Glazer delve into the perils of misinformation on democracy, emphasizing social media's role and Elon Musk’s influence. They explore the far-right riots in the UK and the narrative surrounding Harris during her campaign. Meanwhile, young Afghan musicians of the Youth Orchestra share their harrowing experiences under the Taliban, illuminating the power of music as a symbol of hope.

Just as soon as Kamala Harris' presidential campaign began nearly four weeks ago, so too did the ugly, age-old racist attacks, with Donald Trump questioning his rival's race in a sit-down interview with Black journalists. Bianna speaks with Randall Kennedy, a law professor at Harvard, and an expert on the history of race and politics. Also on today's show: Raj M. Shah and Christopher Kirchhoff, co-authors of “Unit X: How the Pentagon and Silicon Valley Are Transforming the Future of War”; Ahmad Sarmast, founder and director of the Afghanistan National Institute of Music  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rose Gottemoeller, a former NATO Deputy Secretary General with a deep background in international security, reflects on Ukraine's daring military strategies against ongoing Russian aggression. She discusses the implications of Ukraine's cautious approach with NATO-supplied F-16s and how these jets enhance operational effectiveness. The conversation also delves into the geopolitical tensions surrounding the conflict, providing insights into Kyiv's strategy and the broader impacts on American democracy and social mobility.

One day in and it's been a rapturous reception for VP candidate and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. Today he and running mate Kamala Harris are stumping in Wisconsin after an enthusiastic debut in Philadelphia. Congressman Brendan Boyle is a longtime friend of Walz and a congressman for the crucial swing state of Pennsylvania. He joins the show to discuss the new vice presidential candidate. Also: correspondent Jeremy Diamond reports from northern Israel; US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan; Will Carter, Sudan Country Director, Norwegian Refugee Council; Yusra Mardini, former swimmer, Refugee Olympic Team  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After what feels like endless speculation - although it's only been about two weeks - Kamala Harris has chosen her chosen Minnesota Governor Tim Walz running mate. Walz has a track record of winning even in conservative-leaning districts. The Trump camp has already begun its campaign against Walz, labelling him a dangerous radical. Joining the program is Geoff Duncan, a Republican who served as the Lieutenant Governor of Georgia until last year and who now he says he'll vote for Harris over Trump. Also on today's show: "Pod Save the UK" cohosts Nish Kumar and Coco Khan; Betsey Stevenson, Professor of Public Policy and Economics, University of Michigan; author Edward Wong ("At The Edge of Empire")  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After 15 years in power, the Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina, has resigned from her post and fled the country. It's an incredible development and the culmination of deadly protests that have rocked the nation for weeks. New York Times' South Asia Bureau Chief Mujib Mashal has been following this story closely and joins the show from New Delhi. He's followed by Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus, perhaps the most well known Bangladeshi in the world. Also on today's show: Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak; author Anne Applebaum ("Autocracy Inc.")  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The US presidential election and the entire political landscape looks completely different today than it did two weeks ago. A surge in enthusiasm for Kamala Harris has injected a newfound energy into the Democratic party. Bakari Sellers, political commentator and former State Representative in South Carolina, and Elaina Plott Calabro, staff writer at the Atlantic join the show to discuss Kamala Harris and the week in politics. Also on today's show: Evan Williams, Director, "Germany's Enemy Within"; Tracie Keesee, Co-founder and President of the Center for Policing Equity   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

24 prisoners have been released in the largest prisoner exchange between the US and Russia since the Cold War. Among those freed are two wrongfully detained American citizens, Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, and former US marine Paul Whelan, in exchange for Russian criminals. Bianna Golodryga talks with exiled Russian journalist Mikhail Zygar about the ethical dilemmas and the details of this groundbreaking deal.  Also on today's show: former IDF paratrooper Yuval Green; Democratic strategist Waleed Shahid  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices