The Stan R. Mitchell Show

If you are viewing this on Apple, YouTube, or any other format, you can find the full episode with links to video clips, news articles, and source notes at https://stanrmitchell.substack.com . (This is also the best place to go for more information about the podcast.) Timestamps: Timestamp : (3:36). President Trump authorizes his first series of new weapons to Ukraine. Timestamp : (12:49). State D...

Timestamps: Timestamp : (0:49). Pete Hegseth undermines the President on weapons shipments to Ukraine. People typically get fired for this, right? Timestamp : (9:58). President Trump’s patience with Vladimir Putin finally wears out, and Congress may be ready to act on this situation. Timestamp : (14:09). Four-topic rapid round: Patriot missiles, stubborn Houthis, Russian terrorists, and Western we...

Timestamps: Timestamp : (1:59). The bomb damage assessment (and debate) on Iran continues. Timestamp : (5:51). Trump backtracks on helping arm Ukraine against aerial attacks from Russia, and the drone attacks worsen significantly. Timestamp : (22:34). The last segment was pretty bleak about Ukraine — here are three good things that happened this week that will help balance that out. Timestamp : (3...

Timestamps: Timestamp : (0:22). The insane pace of our news cycles right now, and a historical reminder of how it once was (and why the current way is so bad for our mental health). Timestamp : (3:16). America bombs Iran, Trump negotiates a ceasefire, and the political fighting about the effectiveness of the strikes takes off. (All in a matter of days.) Timestamp : (8:08). This is a big victory fo...

Timestamps: Timestamp : (3:11). Where did all the Aghan lovers go? Timestamp : (9:56). Israel hits Iran. Timestamp : (13:07). Why now? Why did Israel pick this time to strike? Timestamp : (17:02). Why is the US being drawn into this war? Timestamp : (22:26). Trump made two promises he can’t keep when campaigning last year. Timestamp : (24:13). How bad is this rift in MAGA on a potential joining of...

Timestamps: Timestamp : (1:37). I wanted to share my nuanced, unique take on the situation happening in Los Angeles, looking at it from the perspective of both a vet who served and a Christian who’s listening to both sides of the argument and trying to find some middle ground. Timestamp : (42:11). Tensions rise again in the Middle East as the potential for conflict with Iran appears to be upon us...

Timestamps: Timestamp : (15:27). Ukraine hits Russia’s strategic bombers, two railroad bridges, and even the Crimean bridge — all within days of each other. Timestamp : (26:05). MAGA and the far Right are not happy about what Ukraine is doing with these attacks against Russia. Let’s dive into that a bit. Timestamp : (35:02). Why Ukraine can’t accept Russia’s demands for peace. Timestamp : (39:31)....

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit stanrmitchell.substack.com Timestamps for Insider Brief: Timestamp : (0:06). Can Erik Prince help save Haiti? Timestamp : (5:20). Germany will help Ukraine produce long-range weapons. Let’s talk about what’s known about this situation. Timestamp : (6:39). Hegseth diverts a billion dollars from rebuilding old barracks to troops operating...

Timestamps: Timestamp : (3:23). Let’s start with some great commentary on the Russia-Ukraine situation, from the perspective of Finland’s President. Here are some great reminders in here that are often forgotten. Timestamp : (8:42). Russia is raining hellfire on Ukraine. Should countries of Europe send anti-air units and air force squadrons to Ukraine? Timestamp : (14:23). The United Nations has c...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit stanrmitchell.substack.com Hi everyone! This is the Insider Brief — a benefit for paid subscribers, who make the show possible. If you’d like to support the show and want access to the Insider Briefs each week, such as this one, sign up below. You can subscribe with Substack : https://stanrmitchell.substack.com/subscribe You can also no...

Timestamps: Timestamp : (2:14). Senator Shaheen rips the Trump Administration for allowing China to be seen as a more responsible partner. Secretary of State Marco Rubio responds to her comments. Timestamp : (11:57). The Trump Administration makes what appears to be absolutely no gains on a peace deal in Ukraine, because Russia continues to stall and makes excuses — and that’s not me talking. That...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit stanrmitchell.substack.com Hi everyone! This is the Insider Brief. This is a benefit I provide for paid subscribers. If you’d like access to the full episode and want to support the show, sign up below. You can subscribe with Substack : https://stanrmitchell.substack.com/subscribe You can also now sign up at Patreon : https://www.patreo...

Timestamps: Timestamp : (3:51). More information has come out on why President Trump stopped bombing the Houthi’s in Yemen. Timestamp : (11:28). A full update on the chances for peace in Ukraine; there are a lot of mixed signals out there. Timestamp : (23:22). The world is increasingly speaking out about the dire situation happening in Gaza. Timestamp : (29:34). We’ll look into claims by Poland’s...

Timestamps: Timestamp : (1:28). I know there’s a lot going on politically, and it remains a time of great division and fear. Let’s address some of the concerns out there and hopefully lift your spirits. Timestamp : (9:52). Is the bombing campaign against the Houthis in Yemen over? Possibly for now. But let’s examine the costs and the likelihood that it’s actually over. Timestamp : (23:50). Who’s t...

Timestamps: Timestamp : (3:32). A quick reminder on why I do this show each week. And why I talk about foreign policy as the primary subject. Timestamp : (14:31). Trump hits the 100-day mark, and The Economist paints a dark picture of the Administration’s opening act. Timestamp : (25:05). As a country, we fumbled the ball on handling China. And now they have the upper hand, and they’re going to se...

Timestamps: Timestamp : (3:22). President Trump is pushing a peace deal that completely favors Russia, while also hinting that he’s nearly done trying to bring about peace. Timestamp : (21:32). Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has shared detailed military plans in a second Signal chat that included his wife and brother, and he appears to be in at least some danger of losing his job. Timestamp : (...

Timestamps: Timestamp : (1:42). President Trump (again) blames Ukraine for starting a war that Ukraine didn’t start. Timestamp : (3:26). The tariff moves by President Trump have been dizzying. Timestamp : (7:13). China bans sale of rare earth minerals needed by the defense industry. Timestamp : (15:18). The latest on the situation with Iran. Timestamp : (27:11). The Senate confirmed Dan “Razin” Ca...

Timestamps: Timestamp: (2:24). Is the American Age over? And has the United States commited imperial suicide? Let’s talk about it. Timestamp: (20:22). Moving along, could America bomb Iran in the coming days? The pressure is building, as are the number of U.S. forces in the region. Timestamp: (23:59). Back to our continent, why is it we need Greenland again? One of our top commanders says we alrea...

Timestamps: Timestamp: (1:07). A recap of the past week's political news, from election results to tariffs, and what that means for the country. I also make a bold prediction about Trump being at the apex of his power. Do you agree or disagree with the argument I’ve laid out? Timestamp: (23:31). Why is such a large build up of U.S. military forces happening in the Middle East? I lay out three poss...

Timestamps: Timestamp: (0:24). It’s political madness in America right now, but here’s some hope for you. Timestamp: (7:16). The tariff math isn’t adding up… Replacing Europe and Canada with Russia and the Middle East? Let’s look at the numbers… Timestamp: (15:28). Are we any closer to a peace deal in Ukraine? Timestamp: (24:39). The Trump Administration isn’t flinching at all on “due process,” or...

Timestamp: (0:36). President Trump has his big call with Vladimir Putin. Timestamp: (15:49). The 80-year history we’re walking away from in Europe, and some additional evidence of how Putin has tricked previous American presidents. Both Republicans and Democrats. Timestamp: (24:18). Our country is at the brink. And it’s time we start paying attention. The Trump Administration has now gone after th...

Hi everyone! Thank you for being here. Each week, I cover hot spots and critical threats that might affect our country, as well as keep you informed about our military. I end each show by sharing some scripture from the Bible (without being too pushy). My hope is you end each show better informed, less worried, and more optimistic (about both our country and your life). I’ve got timestamps below o...

Hi everyone! Thank you for being here. Each week, I cover hot spots and critical threats that might affect our country, as well as keep you informed about our military. I end each show by sharing some scripture from the Bible (without being too pushy). My hope is you end each show better informed, less worried, and more optimistic (about both our country and your life). I’ve got timestamps below o...

Hi everyone! Thank you for being here. Each week, I cover hot spots and critical threats that might affect our country, as well as keep you informed about our military. I end each show by sharing some scripture from the Bible (without being too pushy). My hope is you end each show better informed, less worried, and more optimistic (about both our country and your life). I’ve got timestamps below o...

Emergency pod on the Ukraine negotiations. Please listen above, or at one of the stations/channels listed below. If you’d like to support the show, there are several ways you can do so. You can subscribe with Substack : https://stanrmitchell.substack.com/subscribe You can also now sign up at Patreon : https://www.patreon.com/stanrmitchell Or send a tip through Venmo (@authorstanrmitchell) : https:...