Kyiv brawl: Ukraine’s top general fired
Summary
This episode examines Ukraine’s internal political crisis following the dismissal of Defense Minister Fedorov and General Sersky, highlighting tensions between military reform and traditional command structures. It also investigates the rising rate of police killings in the US, particularly in rural areas, despite falling murder rates, attributing the trend to cultural issues and mental health care gaps. Finally, the show explores Japan’s “jikobukken” market, where homes with tragic histories are sold at steep discounts due to superstition.
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Introduction to The Intelligence podcast
Ukraine's cabinet reshuffle and military leadership crisis
Clash between Defense Minister Fedorov and General Sersky
Sersky's firing and appointment of successor Drapati
Impact on Ukraine's war strategy and air defense shortages
Political fallout for President Zelensky
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Rising police killings in Albuquerque and across the US
Mental health care cuts and drug overdose crisis in New Mexico
Police culture, consent decrees, and accountability issues
Introduction to Japan's 'jikobukken' or haunted houses
Cultural reasons for stigma and property value discounts
Industry of ghost hunting and cleansing rituals in Japan
Reporter's personal view on living in haunted properties
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