This episode features a discussion on the geopolitical implications of Trump's recent sanctions waivers, analyzing his long-standing personal affinity for Vladimir Putin and the potential shift toward an illiberal world order dominated by authoritarian powers. The show also includes interviews with Ben Gibbard of Death Cab for Cutie, who discusses his new album "I Built You a Tower" and his journey with sobriety, and Taika Waititi, who talks about his new film "Clara and the Sun" and his creative process.