A Russian Coup Against Putin? (Bonus Pod!)

A Russian Coup Against Putin? (Bonus Pod!)

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Did Israel Push Trump into War with Iran?

Tommy and Ben discuss the ways in which the war in Iran seems to be spiraling out of control, from American service member deaths and devastating civilian casualties to Iranian drone strikes on embassies and the mounting global economic fallout. Meanwhile, the White House’s expla ...  Show more

Update: Trump Breaks Silence About Iran War

Trump’s war with Iran is escalating fast and the consequences are spreading across the Middle East. Tommy and Ben break down the latest military operations, Iran’s decision to attack countries and sow chaos across the region, and the growing regional fallout as missiles and drone ...  Show more

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