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The Backstory brings you in-depth reporting, updates on the latest headlines and great guests in a high energy show that's both informative and entertaining.

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Democrats Call for Biden to Drop Out, While Republicans Rally Around Trump at RNC 20.07.2024 1:54:25

On this episode of The Backstory, host Rachel Blevins concluded the week with a discussion on a slew of topics from around the globe, including a breakdown of Donald Trump's RNC speech.

Top Democrats Urge Biden to Drop Out of 2024 Election 19.07.2024 1:53:36

On this edition of The Backstory, host Rachel Blevins discussed several topics from around the globe, including the latest from the Joe Biden election saga.

Biden Faces Increased Pressure to End Campaign as Polls Reveal Unfavorable Outcomes 18.07.2024 1:53:28

Biden Faces Increased Pressure to End Campaign as Polls Reveal Unfavorable Outcomes.

Elon Musk to Donate $45 Million to Republican PAC as Tide Turns for Trump 17.07.2024 1:54:21

On this episode of The Backstory, host Rachel Blevins tackled a number topics from around the globe, including Elon Musk's pledge of $45 million to a Republican PAC.

France's Macron Positions Himself as Kingmaker After High Stakes Election 13.07.2024 1:54:29

On this episode of The Backstory, Rachel concluded the week with a discussion on a plethora of topics, including the latest from the French political spectrum, as President Emmanuel Macron positions himself as a sort of 'kingmaker' among the left and right.

New US Election, New RussiaGate Allegations 12.07.2024 1:52:18

On this edition of The Backstory, host Rachel Blevins discussed a slew of topics from around the world, including the latest RussiaGate allegations made by officials with the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI).

NATO Summit, Trump's VP Options, Biden's Candidacy and Gaza 11.07.2024 1:53:55

On this edition of The Backstory, host Rachel Blevins discussed several topics from around the globe, including the results of the NATO summit's second day.

Biden's Health Becomes Hot Topic at NATO Summit 10.07.2024 1:54:12

On this edition of The Backstory, host Rachel Blevins delved into several topics from around the globe, including the latest from the NATO Summit in Washington.

World Leaders Converge at Opposite Ends of the Globe 09.07.2024 1:53:25

On this episode of The Backstory, host Rachel Blevins discussed a number of topics from around the globe, including the latest from Washington as the NATO summit sets to kick off on Tuesday, July 9.

State of US Economy, Zelensky's Support Running Dry, Israel and Hezbollah on Path to War 06.07.2024 1:53:26

On this episode of The Backstory, host Rachel Blevins discussed a plethora of topics from around the globe, including a deep dive into the state of the U.S. economy heading into the 2024 election.

Biden Allegedly 'Weighing Options' Ahead of 2024 Election 04.07.2024 1:54:30

On this episode of The Backstory, host. Rachel Blevins discussed a broad range of topics from around the globe, including the allegations regarding U.S. President Joe Biden mulling a decision to drop out of the 2024 election.

New Election Poll Reveals Biden is Losing More Than Donors 03.07.2024 1:53:21

On this episode of The Backstory, host Rachel Blevins discussed a wide range of topics, including the latest USA Today election poll, which showed a major drop in support for incumbent Joe Biden.

Trump Scores Important Immunity Victory as Election Cycle Ramps Up 02.07.2024 1:53:52

On this edition of The Backstory, host Rachel Blevins delved into a slew of topics from around the world, including the latest SCOTUS ruling regarding former US President Donald Trump's immunity to criminal charges.

First Presidential Debate Pits Political Rivals Trump and Biden 28.06.2024 1:53:26

On this episode of The Backstory, host Rachel Blevins discussed several topics from around the world, including the upcoming US presidential debate.

Kenyan Protests, Assange's Homecoming, SCOTUS Ruling and More 27.06.2024 1:53:51

On this episode of The Backstory, host Rachel Blevins discussed a plethora of topics from around the globe, including the latest from Kenya, where mass protests sparked a number of casualties in the country's capital.

Julian Assange's Plea Deal, ICC Hypocrisy, Trump and Biden Tied in New Poll 26.06.2024 1:54:27

On this episode of The Backstory, host Rachel Blevins discussed several topics from around the globe, including Julian Assange's plea bargain agreement to end his long legal saga.

Russia Demands Answers After Ukraine Uses US-Supplied Missiles to Strike Sevastopol 25.06.2024 1:54:00

On this episode of The Backstory, host Rachel Blevins discussed a slew of topics from around the globe, including the Ukrainian attack on Sevastopol with US-made ATACMS missiles.

South Korea Mulls Arming Ukraine, TikTok Takes on US and More 22.06.2024 1:53:27

On this edition of The Backstory, Rachel Blevins discussed a number of topics from around the globe, including South Korea's threat to send weapons to Ukraine.

Possible War in Lebanon, Putin in Vietnam and More 21.06.2024 1:54:25

On this episode of The Backstory, host Rachel Blevins tackled several global topics, including the potential war along the Israeli-Lebanese border.

White House Cancels Netanyahu's Meeting in Protest of Latest Video 20.06.2024 1:50:36

On this episode of The Backstory, host Rachel Blevins delved into a number of topics from around the globe, including the latest turmoil caused by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after a video posted to X angered the White House.

Putin Begins Asia Trip in DPRK as Russia Strengthens Ties in the Far East 19.06.2024 1:54:13

On this episode of The Backstory, host Rachel Blevins discussed several topics from around the globe, including the latest from Russian President Vladimir Putin's trip to the Far East.

Netanyahu Dissolves War Cabinet as Rift With Gantz Grows 18.06.2024 1:53:55

On this edition of The Backstory, host Rachel Blevins discussed several topics from around the globe, including the latest from Israel, where Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dissolved his war cabinet.

War Looms Along Lebanese-Israeli Border as Gaza Conflict Rages 15.06.2024 1:54:14

On this episode of The Backstory, host Rachel Blevins discussed several topics from around the world, including the ongoing conflicts in Gaza and southern Lebanon.

Musk's Record $56 Billion Payout Overshadows G7's Billions in Ukraine Funding 14.06.2024 1:54:06

On this edition of The Backstory, host Rachel Blevins discussed a slew of topics from around the globe, including the agreements from the G7 meeting in Italy.

Russian Warships Enter Caribbean, G7 Leaders Meet Again and More 13.06.2024 1:54:26

On this edition of The Backstory, host Rachel Blevins delved into a plethora of topics from around the world, including the latest from the joint naval drills between Russia and Cuba.