Democratic Backsliding & Spy Stories Feat. Ben Rhodes
Podcast: In Good Faith With Philip DeFrancoPublished On: Thu Oct 16 2025
Description: Pod Save America’s Ben Rhodes talks about the recent ceasefire in Gaza, the backsliding of American democracy, the risks of military action in Venezuela, and the importance of grassroots movements in shaping the future of politics. You’re 30 seconds away from being debt free with PDS Debt. Get your free assessment and find the best option for you at https://PDSDebt.com/defranco Every week, Philip DeFranco sits down with the most important people in the world, experts, and unexpected voices to break down the biggest stories in politics, finance, culture, and the world. He goes beyond the headlines to ask hard questions, unpack complex issues, and make sense of what’s really going on. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 01:00 Ben Rhodes On Israel 10 Years Later 06:30 When Mossad Followed Ben Rhodes 10:00 America’s Fall Into Authoritarianism 20:30 Will America’s Elites Ever Fight Back Against Trump? 30:57 American Invasion of Venezuela 34:40 Is America Turning Into Hungary? 37:00 California’s Redistricting 39:00 October 7th 42:30 Can America Copy Poland? 43:40 Pod Save The World 47:30 Why Did Ben Rhodes Get Into Politics? 50:28 Obama’s Impact On Ben Rhodes 51:54 Obama vs Trump 54: 25 Is AOC The Next President? 59:44 The Mamdani Era Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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