345. What's in this Peace Plan? - Reaction Special

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362. Introducing - Battleground: Special Forces

In the premiere of a new series from Battleground, Patrick Bishop and Saul David dive into the high-stakes world of Special Forces to explore why these small bands of elite warriors have captured the global imagination. From the SAS and Delta Force to Sayeret Matkal, the duo stri ...  Show more

361. The Donroe Doctrine: From Caracas to Kyiv

In this momentous episode, Patrick Bishop and Saul David analyze the global shockwaves following the US capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and its profound implications for the war in Ukraine. They explore the rise of the "Donroe Doctrine"—a new American focus on the Wes ...  Show more

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