Host Abhishek Mukund is joined by Robert Jensen to discuss President Trump's voters, what the future of the country could be, and the very real, but often overlooked, threat of climate change in the near future. Professor Jensen also provides his opinion on why someone like Donald Trump could become President.

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Trumpism - With Robert Jensen

Host Abhishek Mukund is joined by Rachel Wellhausen to discuss President Trump’s incoherent trade policy, his shift toward bilateral deals, and a compare and contrast of how this President is similar to prior Presidents. Professor Wellhausen makes a prediction of President Trump’s trade policies will be heading into his final two years of his first term, as well as a look at what it could be should President Trump get re-elected.

President Trump’s Trade Policy - with Rachel Wellhausen

Host Abhishek Mukund is joined by Stephanie Leutert to discuss the Caravan, why so many people from Central America are seeking asylum, Mexico’s role in their journey, the outcome of prior caravans, the reaction of President Donald Trump, and some possible ways of dealing with the Caravan in humane ways.

The Caravan - with Stephanie Leutert

Host Abhishek Mukund is joined by UT Austin Professor Rebecca Bigler to discuss how racial and gender attitudes are formed in children, the critical roles of their environments and parents, and a quick how-to guide about what it takes to raise children in a more accepting world. Professor Bigler closes with an important discussion of what impact a Trump Presidency may have on future generations.

Racial and Gender Attitude Formulation in Children - with Rebecca Bigler

Host Abhishek Mukund is joined by Kenneth Greene to discuss the 2018 Mexican Presidential Elections, and what factors led to President-elect Obrador’s landslide victory.

2018 Mexican Presidential Elections - with Kenneth Greene

Host Abhishek Mukund is joined by Professor Jason Brownlee to discuss the United States's relationship with Iran. Professor Brownlee discusses how the relationship has evolved over time, as well as the change from President Obama to President Trump.

Iran - With Jason Brownlee

Host Abhishek Mukund is joined by Joshua Blank to discuss how polling is conducted, why the 2016 Presidential election does not discredit it, what the current polls say about the future of the US House and Senate, and what the future of polling may look like.

Polling - with Joshua Blank

Host Abhishek Mukund is joined by Professor Jane Maxwell to discuss how the opioid crisis spread throughout the United States, what can be done to slow it down, and what alternatives are currently available instead of opioids. Professor Maxwell also discusses the silent crisis of methamphetamine in the southern part of the United States, and the desperate need for attention on this addiction as well.

Opioid Epidemic - with Jane Maxwell

Host Abhishek Mukund is joined by Professor William Inboden to discuss the the role and origins of the National Security Advisor, how the job has changed since its inception, what makes for a successful National Security Advisor, and how John Bolton will compare to his predecessors in his new position.

National Security Advisor - with William Inboden

Host Abhishek Mukund is joined by University of Texas Law professor Stephen Vladeck to discuss the Special Council investigation into possibly collusion between the Trump campaign and Russia. Professor Vladeck details why the investigation started, how it has progressed, who the key players are, and hypothesizes what may happen next. Professor Vladeck also speaks on the legality surrounding indicting a sitting president, and whether an FBI director can make notes of private conversations.

Special Councel Investigation - with Stephen Vladeck

Host Abhishek Mukund is joined by University of Texas professor Gregory Palmer to discuss the the process of developing antibiotics, how antibiotics work within a body, and the consequences of overusing them. Professor Palmer also discusses the possibility of a super-resistant form of bacteria forming from the overuse of antibiotics, and what scientists are currently doing to combat this.

Antibiotics - with Gregory Palmer

Host Abhishek Mukund is joined by University of Texas professor Patricia Maclachlan to discuss the past and present relationship between the United States and Japan. Professor Maclachlan details how the relationship changed following World War 2, and what pressure the rising threat of an economic power in China and a nuclear threat in North Korea play on the importance of this relationship.

US-Japanese Relations - with Patricia Maclachlan

Host Abhishek Mukund is joined by LBJ School of Public Affairs Professor James Pope. Professor Pope discusses the changing relationship between the intelligence communities and special forces, namely the change that took place following 9/11. Professor Pope also helps break down what this relationship looks like in the field of action, and the important lessons we can learn from such a relationship that can be applied in other areas of domestic and foreign policies.

Intelligence Communities and Special Forces - with James Pope

Host Abhishek Mukund is joined by Professor Roderick Hart, the former dean of the Moody College of Communication at the University of Texas. Professor Hart discusses the relationship between Donald Trump and the media, going back to President Trump's time as a civilian, and culminating with his time as president. Professor Hart also discusses the relationships that other presidents have had with the media, and how these relate or differ from President Trump.

Donald Trump and the Media - with Roderick Hart

Host Abhishek Mukund is joined by University of Texas professor Kurt Weyland to discuss the current political, social, and economic situation in Venezuela. Professor Weyland provides insights into the Presidency of both Hugo Chavez and Nicolas Maduro, as well as where the country is headed in its coming elections.

Venezuela - with Kurt Weyland

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