Ryan Grim
Summary
Dave Smith interviews journalist Ryan Grim of Drop Site News on the US-Iran conflict, praising their reporting for exposing White House misinformation. They discuss how Iran’s resilience has disrupted global oil markets and exposed the fragility of US military power. The conversation also covers Trump’s political desperation, rising inflation, and the housing crisis driven by high interest rates.
Topics discussed
Intro, tour dates, and praise for Drop Site News
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US-Iran conflict, Gaza comparison, and unipolar moment
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Economic fallout, housing crisis, and military spending
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Trump's political risks and the Cuba blockade
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Cuba sanctions, democratic erosion, and primary challenges
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