Beste The Missing Piece podcasts (2025)

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US Should Be More Cautious About Iran-China Efforts 24:35

2d ago24:35

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This year's visit of Iran’s Foreign Minister to China came at a pivotal moment in Middle Eastern and global politics. With tensions escalating in the region due to the Israel-US axis and growing instability, this high-profile diplomatic engagement underscores the strategic importance of Iran-China relations. These two ancient civilizations, bound b…

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2026 Will Be Much More About "China" 28:01

5d ago28:01

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Dr. Michael Patrick, one renowned international journalist and a scholar on international relations, joins the latest show. In the conversation, Michael shares his perspectives on what happened this year between US and China, and how 2026 midterm election might make bigger impact beyond the US.Door The Missing Piece

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Exclusive Interview: The Fate of America and The Allies In 2026 29:50

14d ago29:50

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In an era of strategic competition and global uncertainty, the bedrock of America's alliances is being tested. From European capitals to the Indo-Pacific, partners are reassessing their roles. How should we understand this pivotal moment? Are current tensions a sign of weakening bonds, or a necessary evolution of shared burdens? While challenges ov…

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Trump Should Read Xi Better In 2026 27:46

16d ago27:46

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Looking into 2026, everyone hopes that relationship between US and China will be much better, especially we are looking at the political and economic joint efforts. President Trump anticipates his state visit to China next year, while President Xi looks forward to better collaboration with more American business owners. In this conversation, Mr. Th…

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Economic Inequality Still Matters To The World 40:04

22d ago40:04

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While the world has grown richer, the gap between the rich and everyone else keeps widening. This is economic inequality—and it’s one of the most defining issues of our time.It shapes our health, our politics, and our opportunities. It fuels social unrest and undermines trust. From the cost of living crisis to debates over fair taxation, its effect…

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It Is Time To Give AI Some Reality Check 34:33

23d ago34:33

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Artificial intelligence offers powerful advantages for national security, from intelligence analysis to cyber defense. However, its dual-use nature presents significant risks. AI systems can be exploited for sophisticated cyber-attacks, autonomous weapons, and pervasive disinformation campaigns, potentially destabilizing global security. Therefore,…

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American Dream Thrives In The Land of China 55:29

27d ago55:29

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In this episode, Will invites one of the honorable and distinguished American friends to join show, regarding his journey from America to China. During the conversation, Terry shares his views on modern day global politics, international relations, and how we should understand the current polarization in America today. Most importantly, we will lis…

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Peace Security Still Demands International Collaboration 27:43

1M ago27:43

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A superpower rethinks its strategy. Regional powers seize the moment. From the negotiated tables in Vienna to the front lines of an endless-seeming conflict, the entire political map of the Middle East is being redrawn. The American era, as we knew it, is evolving, leaving a question mark over the region's future. Is this a moment for de-escalation…

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North Korea Miscalculated Vietnam For Help 33:18

1M ago33:18

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Vietnam has officially became the most popular nations for international travelers today, especially among the Chinese nationals. Despite the political differences between the two nations, Chinese flood to Vietnam during the major holidays. Will this trend help with boosting the Vietnam's domestic economic growth? Is Vietnam ready for more Chinese …

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Milei's Political Calculation Faces Challenges Today 28:02

1M ago28:02

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Around the world today, economic growth is one of the most important and essential aspects, especially when we are facing additional political interruptions. In the nation of Argentina, the nation is undergoing tremendous political and economic reform. There is no denying that Javier Milei, one of the most well-known politicians, is betting on the …

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Trump Needs Asia To Score Political Points 30:34

1M ago30:34

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After his recent visit to Asia, US President Donald Trump officially shifts his attention to strengthening the economic relations with those nations in Asia, such as Japan, South Korea, and China. It is rather beneficial for president Trump to understand and appreciate the financial contribution among those key players. Meanwhile, experts believe t…

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China Shows Final Interests In Ukraine's Dilemma 30:07

2M ago30:07

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During his meeting with the Chinese President Xi Jin Ping at the APEC Summit, sitting US President Donald Trump brought up the war in the Ukraine and strongly urged China to help. By doing so, both leaders agreed that modern day warfare indeed decimates the global economy, as well as the unity of internationalism. What can we expect from China? Is …

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Trump's Conservative Card Is Losing Momentum 23:51

2M ago23:51

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Trip to Asia somewhat boosted American President Donald Trump's power in dealing with economic and political competitors overseas. Meeting with South Korean President, newly elected Japanese PM, as well as Chinese President Xi Jin Ping offered Trump the opportunities to re-learn the complication within the global trading structure. At home, people …

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Meeting With PM Takaichi Should Go Well For Trump 29:12

2M ago29:12

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As American President Donald Trump continues his trip in Asia, people in Japan anxiously awaits the big meeting between the American leader and the newly elected Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi. This meeting is rather important and significant for various reasons. Meanwhile, Sanae Takaichi is gearing up for making bigger changes, regarding those domesti…

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Takaichi Should Work With Trump For Economic Policy 28:44

2M ago28:44

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Sanae Takaichi, the newly elected Japanese Prime Minister, is set to meet with US President Donald Trump next week to discuss some critical and important issues, such as defense collaboration, global economic stability, etc. Meanwhile, Takaichi is determined to solve domestic matters first, especially how to boost the Japanese economy, and to help …

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Digital Currency Will Save The Global Economy 27:48

2M ago27:48

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Global economy is clearly standing at a crossroads, while international politics are facing more challenges. Instead of using paper money, more international governments are pushing actively for financial digitalization. Meanwhile, global trading system is also being stagnant. How should we understand the challenges of digitalization in finance the…

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History of Romans Is More Than Time And Space 39:36

2M ago39:36

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The history of the Roman Empire can be divided into three distinct periods: The Period of Kings (625-510 BC), Republican Rome (510-31 BC), and Imperial Rome (31 BC – AD 476). Rome continued to expand through the Republican Period and gained control over the entire Italian peninsula by 338 BC. It was the Punic Wars from 264-146 BC, along with some c…

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Authenticity Is The Strength Of Vietnam 37:13

3M ago37:13

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Vietnam continues to be one of the crucial and unique nations in Southeast Asia, given the fact that this nation is culturally rich and economically promising. Lately, the internal political shake-up indeed draws the attention worldwide, leaders within the CPV(The Communist Party of Vietnam) vowed to set examples to the nation. Meanwhile, APEC Summ…

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Trump Plays His Cards Wisely With China 27:15

3M ago27:15

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff blitz a core part of his renewed protectionist trade policy was designed to force foreign exporters, especially China, to pay the price of entering the American market. Economists say the higher import costs are trickling down through the supply chain, fueling inflationary pressures just as the Federal Reserve s…

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Is Global Economy Running Two Ways? 26:03

3M ago26:03

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Based on the current economic uncertainties, the global inflation is expected to fall, but US inflation is predicted to stay above target. Downside risks from potentially higher tariffs, elevated uncertainty, and geopolitical tensions persist. Restoring confidence, predictability, and sustainability remains a key policy priority. In this brand-new …

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Iran's Last Hope With Europe 29:56

3M ago29:56

29:56

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UN Should Move To ShangHai Now 24:45

3M ago24:45

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After President Donald Trump's speech at UN last week, international diplomats and economists, even more politicians start to question if it is time that UN should find a new home. It is more than solving those crisis around the world, UN should be apolitical. In fact, it is not today. In this brand-new episode, Dr. Marcus Vinicius De Freitas, a Se…

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We Should Never Abandon Historical Civilization 31:33

3M ago31:33

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2025, under the complication of politics and economic agenda, it is high time that we should ask the question: How are we seeing the future? Better yet, is there anything that we can borrow from the past? The answer is "YES." The legacy of ancient civilizations extends far beyond historical curiosity. Their innovations in math, engineering, and gov…

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Washington Needs Washington Style To Be Greater 25:56

4M ago25:56

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Current political complications demand the answers and the international security from leaders across the spectrum, especially how political and economic polarization continue to rise. International citizens are expecting dramatic changes from leaders, and how voices ought to be heard. Looking back, America has its own ups and downs, while leaders …

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#16 The Missing Pieces: Vanished in Fountain City - The Disappearance of Scott Anthony Barrows Jr. aka. 'Minty' or 'Rose' 4:19

4M ago4:19

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Send us a text The quiet streets of Fountain City, Indiana—population 700—have become the backdrop for a mystery that has shaken this close-knit community to its core. When 17-year-old Scott Anthony Barrows Jr. vanished on September 2, 2025, he left behind more than just worried family members; he left an entire town searching for answers. Known af…

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Iran Gains More Economic Momentum From China 25:50

4M ago25:50

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China–Iran trade relations have expanded in recent years, driven by economic, energy, and strategic cooperation. As Iran's largest trading partner, China conducts billions of dollars in bilateral trade annually, primarily through Iranian oil exports and Chinese manufactured goods. China is aiming to expand its land and outreach in the Middle East, …

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BRICS Is So Ready For More Members 32:48

4M ago32:48

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Since sitting US President Donald Trump changed the political and economic games, the entire world seems to be more anxious about the current global trade system. It is one thing to understand how trade works, it is another major concern that global trade is depending on being "fair and equal." Some expert believes that American economy is heading …

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Y.M.C.A. Created Miracles For Modernity 35:37

4M ago35:37

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Everyone is very much familiar with YMCA, a well-known place for physical and mentor well-being. Meanwhile, if we trace back the history of this place, various people in history got started at YMCA. This place is the magical site for miracles. William Federer is a nationally known speaker, best-selling author, and president of Amerisearch, Inc., a …

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China Also Watched Trump-Putin Summit 29:20

4M ago29:20

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The world anticipates the upcoming trilateral summit among American President Donald Trump, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. It is critical for the international community to understand the significance of such high-stake meeting. Meanwhile, the world awaits the voice from China, who is the current trad…

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Political Corruption Should Be Talked About Today 28:08

5M ago28:08

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Despite the fact that Trump-Putin Summit didn't meet the expectations for Trump, it looked like there would be another meeting between the two leaders. While we look at the political issues, it is time that we examine another critical aspect - Political Corruption. It has been so long since we looked at the impact upon the various formats of corrup…

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#15 The Missing Pieces: Vanished While Expecting: The Kylee Monteiro Mystery 5:03

5M ago5:03

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Send us a text "I don't feel safe. Something's not right." These were the last words anyone received from Kylee Monteiro before she vanished without a trace on August 7, 2025. At just 18 years old and 11 weeks pregnant, Kylie had everything to live for - a high school diploma fresh in hand and a future full of possibilities. The disappearance of th…

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Harris Might Be Less Attractive For The Democrats 32:20

5M ago32:20

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According to the new book "107 Days," former vice president Kamala Harris documented the journey that she experienced during the 2024 presidential election. It was the first tell-it-all book for America to understand how Harris was chosen to replace Joe Biden. In her new book, she confessed lots of unheard stories and personal thoughts, reflections…

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Populism Is Bigger Than We Think These Days 29:09

5M ago29:09

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Since Donald Trump started his second term in 2025, the entire world very much anticipated more uncertainties and political shifts. Nations in Southeast Asia and Europe are still having a hard time in understanding the "MAGA" impact, owing to Trump's political ambitions. Meanwhile, nations like Argentina and Brazil are the two best examples, when i…

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Treason Has No Place In America 31:35

5M ago31:35

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Ian Trottier is one talented Podcaster and an amazing author. His new book is called "High Stakes Treason: How John Brennan Compromised American Security for Millions." In this book, Ian presents verified open-source information to show former CIA Director John O. Brennan conducted a long-term criminal scheme to manipulate intelligence protocols an…

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Iran Needs Transformation Without America 23:08

5M ago23:08

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President Donald Trump is making his greater efforts to make America great and workable, especially for the Middle-Class. He is laser-focused on immigration policies and economic balance to ensure the societal fairness. Meanwhile, his interests in shaping Iran should not be underestimated, period. one thing Trump must realize is the fact that Iran'…

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China Invites Trump For The Mutual Benefits 33:20

5M ago33:20

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If President Donald Trump were to come to China in October to attend the Chinese National Day Celebration, experts believe the political and the economic relationship between the two nations would be greatly improved. As President Trump continues to deal with international and domestic chaos, China is a key player. Meanwhile, China's economic ties …

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Trump No Longer Will Be Fooled Again 30:36

6M ago30:36

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American President Donald Trump voiced frustration Monday with Russian President Vladimir Putin for continuing to launch attacks in Ukraine after having “very pleasant” phone calls in which Putin indicated a desire to reach a peace agreement. Once again, Putin appears to have badly miscalculated, much in the same way that the Iranian mullahs miscal…

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Putin Might Reconsider The Friendship With China 29:13

6M ago29:13

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Rumor has it that sitting American President Donald Trump is invited to attend the "National Holiday Celebration" in Beijing in September. It could be seen as a golden opportunity for Xi and Trump to re-patch the limbo relationship, owing to the ongoing disagreements in trade and politics. Meanwhile, war in Ukraine seems to demand more attention fr…

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America Should Never Underestimate Harriet Tubman 33:03

6M ago33:03

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As we continue to witness the political polarization in America, it is rather puzzling and perplexing to understand some of the changes under the Trump administration. It is one thing to modify the historical content, it is taking a big risk to "re-write" the history of the nation. Harriet Tubman, one of the well-known heroes during the Civil War, …

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Modern Day Wars Should Learn From The Past 27:46

6M ago27:46

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As the whole world continues to follow the war between Israel and Iran, there seems to be certain expectations that America" ought to" be the example to protect democracy, no matter what the cost can be. Historically speaking, wars used to drive the nations apart, politically. Nowadays, wars continue to be the main reason for political polarization…

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Iran Will Finish The War Soon 31:15

6M ago31:15

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On Saturday night, the United States bombed three nuclear sites in Iran at Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan, ending weeks of speculation about whether the US military would join the Israeli war on Iran that began more than a week ago. This time, Iran responded by saying that they no longer sit quietly and wait for the results. What will happen next to I…

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Iran Needs To Roll Out The Grand Strategy Now 31:23

7M ago31:23

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According to Dr. Vali Nasr, author of the new book "Iran's Grand Strategy," the ongoing war between Israel and Iran indeed alarmed the entire world, and it looks like Israel is looking for a regime change for Iran. Meanwhile, America is standing at a crossroad, in terms of balancing between maintaining the close ties with Israel and inviting Iran t…

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Trump's Power Might Be Taken Away Soon 32:19

7M ago32:19

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There is no surprise that sitting American President Donald Trump is the fan of tariff, which is causing massive international concerns and economic hurdles. Based on the 2nd round of talk between US and China, both sides agreed that trade relationships are far more important than anything else. Meanwhile, by placing more tariffs on other nations, …

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Trump's Soft Power Demands More Persuasion 24:07

7M ago24:07

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After the major fallout between the sitting US President Donald Trump and Elon Musk, the world wonders how such major political conflict will impact the economic and the political future of the nation. Meanwhile, as we continue to discuss how Trump is delegating the domestic and the international affairs, it is worth noticing how soft power might b…

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Trump Must Learn To Read Xi's Mind Now 32:01

7M ago32:01

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According to the reliable source, Chinese delegates will meet with the American representatives in London on June 9th for the 2nd round of conversation, regarding the ongoing economic tension between the two nations. Based on the phone call between Donald Trump and Xi Jin Ping, both sides are willing to work out the details, lowering the temperatur…

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Vietnam Is No Longer Sandwiched Between China and the US 34:16

7M ago34:16

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Sandwiched between China and the US, Vietnam is facing more pressure lately, regarding strengthening the economic relationships for both US and China. It is rather crucial for Vietnam to balance the relationship between those two economic powers. At the same time, Vietnam continues to be the hot spot for manufacturing and the central spot for inter…

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Trump Might Not Understand The Real Meaning of Statehood 29:06

7M ago29:06

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When it comes to diplomacy, it is a lot harder these days, since the games are no longer played fairly around the world. The current economic uncertainties and political polarization indeed are pushing more Americans, and international audience to think about the strategies, in terms of dealing with wars and conflicts. Trump's diplomacy could work,…

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Trump's Unorthodox Approach Works Better In the Middle East 32:57

7M ago32:57

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Sitting US President Donald Trump's recent trip to the Middle East seemed rather fruitful and productive, regarding his foreign policies to those critical regions. Trump has been using unorthodox approach to deal with allies and foes these days, which is rather unconventional to the realists in the international community. Based on the close-door i…

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Trump Should Learn From Franklin 24:43

7M ago24:43

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The obsession to Canada from sitting US President Donald Trump is getting more complicated, despite the fact that Canadian officials made crystal clear that Canada is, and will never be for sale. The friction between Trump and Canada is less likely to go away soon. Meanwhile, historically speaking, American founding fathers had their shots to "acqu…

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Ukraine Should Not Push Trump To Make A Real Deal 31:48

8M ago31:48

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More than 100 days, sitting US President Donald Trump continues to boast about his political agenda, as well as his economic progress for the American people. Despite the constant criticism from the left, Trump uses his power to generate much louder noises, and seeks ways to boost his political base. In this episode, we invited Dr. Alexander Motyl,…

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