I'm Taking A Break (Valuetainment Update)

Is the conflict with Iran about religion or geopolitics? Raymond Ibrahim challenges the framing of US alliances with Saudi Arabia and Turkey. Patrick Bet-David presses him on Sunni-Shia history, regional threats and whether Saudi reforms signal genuine change. 

Was Vlad the Impaler a hero or a monster? Raymond Ibrahim separates the Wallachian ruler from Bram Stoker’s Dracula, discussing Ottoman captivity, brutal punishments and the propaganda that shaped his reputation. Patrick Bet-David asks about the man behind the legend. 

We're taking a break. That's right; this summer we're going to be pausing the podcast while we do some work behind the scenes. We'll be coming back bigger and stronger than ever, with more incredible advice, interviews and master classes. In the meantime: why not go back and list ...  Show more

The podcast is taking a short break for the month of May 2025. It will return in early to mid-June. We'll be back soon! If you want to contact me in the meantime about an episode or anything chess-related, you can do so here. 

I wanted to share some important news with you all. After much thought, I've decided to take a temporary hiatus from the podcast. This break is not permanent, but it's necessary for me to focus on some exciting priorities. Listen to this short episode to find out what they are. I ...  Show more

The guys take a short break from their busy podcast schedule, but have just released their new comparison film with the Lotus Emira, Porsche Cayman GTS 4.0, and the show's C8 Corvette Stingray! You can find it on their original YouTube channel - really hope you enjoy! Please rate ...  Show more