The Editors
By National Review
Unravel the threads of American politics with incisive commentary and in-depth analysis on the state of the political scene. Join National Review editors and writers Rich Lowry, Charles C. W. Cooke, Jim Geraghty, Michael Brendan Dougherty, Phil Klein, Noah Rothman, and Audrey Fahlberg, plus guests for political commentary you can't get anywhere else. Longing for a refreshing dose of sanity? All you need to do is tune in.
6 episodes
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Unpacking Downstream Consequences of Seemingly Simple Solutions
Seemingly simple solutions create complex, hidden consequences that destabilize systems and society. Understand downstream effects to make robust, sustainable decisions.
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Ideological Divisions Undermine Diplomacy and Foundational Principles
Uncover how geopolitical ambiguity and domestic ideological divides create global instability, reshaping foreign policy and challenging foundational American principles.
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Geopolitical Shifts, Cultural Paradoxes, and Fiscal Realities Drive Unseen Consequences
Unforeseen economic shocks and paradoxical political influence arise from seemingly isolated decisions. Discern these hidden currents to gain an advantage in navigating an unpredictable world.
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Unpacking Hidden Costs of Diplomacy With Untrustworthy Actors
Negotiating with untrustworthy regimes legitimizes deception and creates false security. "Least worst" choices, like blockades, trigger destabilizing cascades with unforeseen global consequences.
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Iran War's Ceasefire: Geopolitical Pivot, Strait of Hormuz Control, Fractured West
Iran's control of the Strait of Hormuz is an unforeseen, asymmetric advantage that transforms the conflict's aftermath into a complex geopolitical pivot with lasting consequences.
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Systemic Consequences Trump Immediate Gains Across Policy
Unintended consequences derail even well-intentioned actions. Discover how understanding systemic effects, not just immediate gains, unlocks durable competitive advantages and avoids detrimental outcomes.
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