Discover this podcast and so much more

Podcasts are free to enjoy without a subscription. We also offer ebooks, audiobooks, and so much more for just $11.99/month.

What in the World?: Elon's Twitter Deal, the Russo-Ukrainian War, and Biden's "Ministry of Truth"

What in the World?: Elon's Twitter Deal, the Russo-Ukrainian War, and Biden's "Ministry of Truth"

FromThe Burn Bag – National Security and Foreign Policy Redefined


What in the World?: Elon's Twitter Deal, the Russo-Ukrainian War, and Biden's "Ministry of Truth"

FromThe Burn Bag – National Security and Foreign Policy Redefined

ratings:
Length:
27 minutes
Released:
Apr 30, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

In this week's episode, A'ndre and Ryan talk about Elon Musk taking Twitter private and the potential implications at home and abroad. They also consider Musk's ties to China and whether concerns raised by some regarding possible Chinese Communist Party influence is valid. The conversation then moves to the controversy surrounding the new Disinformation Governance Board within DHS,  which is being compared to 1984's "Ministry of Truth" by conservatives.  The wrap with an update on the Russo-Ukrainian war and the challenges of the UN system. 
Released:
Apr 30, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

We’re here to redefine how scholars and policymakers approach national security and foreign policy. Join us, as we make sense of a world in crisis.