This podcast episode delves into the complexities of American foreign policy, highlighting the influence of a "deep state" that has transcended partisan politics, with guests discussing the motivations behind U.S. interventions, the current geopolitical rivalry with China, and the implications of American hegemony. The speakers emphasize the need for a pragmatic approach to foreign policy, focusing on national interests rather than imposing values, and highlight the potential dangers associated with an adversarial stance towards China and the unresolved Israel-Palestine conflict.
