Best Robertson School of Government Podcasts (2023)

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Focus on Politics

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National's policy aims to school Labour on education decline 16:00

4h ago16:00

16:00

National's leader Christopher Luxon ditched Parliament for the playground this week, touring schools to sell his party's solution to declining student performance with a back-to-basics focus on literacy and numeracy. Teacher unions have criticised the plan, but the party was unlikely to ever get their backing - instead targeting concerned parents a…

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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A News Consumer's Guide to Finding Out What's Going On 23:59

21h ago23:59

23:59

When it comes to the news, we've all asked the question, "who can I trust?" In this episode, Dr. Nolte engages with this question and provides tips for figuring out what kinds of sources you should listen to.

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Focus on Politics

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Making a Nash of it: The self-destruct sequence of a police minister 15:49

1h ago15:49

15:49

Stuart Nash's rapid resignation from his treasured police portfolio - just two months after getting it back - is one of the clearest examples of a political own-goal. It's highlighted poor ministerial judgement and a pattern of recklessness - and cost his boss no small amount of political capital. In this week's Focus on Politics Deputy Political E…

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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The Russo-Ukrainian War: One Year Later 37:56

3h ago37:56

37:56

In the year since Putin invaded Ukraine, we have learned new things about Russia, Ukraine, the West, the US, and the future of geopolitics in the 21st century. Dr. Nolte outlines the key lessons we have learned from the ongoing conflict and forecasts what might become evident in the future.

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Focus on Politics

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Do public service consultancy criticisms stack up? 15:50

23h ago15:50

15:50

Consultants and contractors are a favourite punching bag for opposition parties - of all colours - and National is just the latest to land a solid blow, leaving Labour off-balance. The numbers show public service spending on consultants and contractors has recently surged, and the prime minister has largely left it to the sector's watchdog to mount…

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Focus on Politics

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National's three waters plan leaves councils to carry the can 16:23

19d ago16:23

16:23

While National's solution to the Three Waters problem may please the councils steadfastly opposed to the government's plan, it remains plagued by a financial fishhook. But, as journalist Bernard Hickey warns, Labour's plan is no done deal either, and still faces some complex political and monetary hurdles. In this week's Focus on Politics, Deputy P…

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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The Social and Political Implications of Revivals 15:15

9d ago15:15

15:15

The Asbury revival has gained national attention and prompted Dr. Nolte to ask what this revival means for politics. The short answer is: we don't know yet. Still, we can look to history and consider past revivals' social and political impacts even as we speculate about the implications of modern-day revival.…

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Focus on Politics

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Cyclone makes Robertson's Budget balancing act perilous 15:10

25d ago15:10

15:10

While somewhat bound politically by Labour's promise of no new taxes this term, Finance Minister Grant Robertson is keeping all options open in his search for a way to fund the recovery from Cyclone Gabrielle and the Auckland Anniversary floods. It's the first big test for his pairing with Prime Minister Chris Hipkins - and they will need to carefu…

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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2024 Presidential Match-ups I'd Love to See 18:33

18d ago18:33

18:33

In this episode, Dr. Nolte plays match-maker, setting presidential candidates against their ideal opponents. He uses this criteria: which challenger would produce the most entertaining or edifying presidential contest?

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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Why 2024 Won't Be 2016 27:24

2M ago27:24

27:24

Dr. Nolte is not expecting history to repeat itself during the 2024 Presidential Election. In this episode, he highlights developments in how Republican candidates understand their voters, the impact of a political record, and the new issues voters care about. This is an episode you won't want to miss!…

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Focus on Politics

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Co-governance debate heats up at Rātana, Waitangi 16:14

1M ago16:14

16:14

In this week's Focus on Politics, RNZ's political editor Jane Patterson parses the co-governance rhetoric of the past few weeks.

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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On Christian Nationalism 56:37

2M ago56:37

56:37

In this episode, Dr. Nolte goes on record with his full thoughts on Christian Nationalism. He engages with academic literature on the subject, outlines a way of identifying what Christian Nationalism is, and describes the history of religion in the US. Ultimately, he concludes that the left's freak out about Christian nationalism is overblown and m…

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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A Sporting Special in Which We Speak of the Speaker Spectacle 39:07

2M ago39:07

39:07

After 15 ballots, the United States Congress has elected Rep. McCarthy Speaker of the House! Please join us as Dr. Nolte chronicles all the details of the drama-filled saga on this episode of Blind Politics.

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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Conservatism Contra Celebrity, or How the Right Needs to Stop Worrying and Embrace Not Being Cool 14:34

3M ago14:34

14:34

On this episode of Blind Politics, join Dr. Nolte on a myth busting journey as he tackles the conservative (and Christian) myth that we need to match the left's mainstream popularity by enlisting celebrities as spokespeople. Thanks for joining us on today's episode of Blind Politics!

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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The 2024 GOP Presidential Field Will Be Smaller than You Think 23:59

4M ago23:59

23:59

Dr. Nolte jumps in with a contrarian take that the GOP presidential candidate field might be bigger than some people will like but still smaller than some might think.

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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2024 GOP Presidential Candidate Comparisons 16:23

4M ago16:23

16:23

It is pretty normal during the NFL draft to hear commentators compare top pics to other notable players. In this episode, Dr. Nolte does something similar with top candidates for the 2024 GOP presidential nomination, identifying potential strengths and weaknesses by drawing comparisons with other political players.…

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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Top Five Things Both Conservatives and Progressives Can Be Thankful For 18:43

4M ago18:43

18:43

In this special Thanksgiving edition of Blind Politics, Dr. Nolte covers some things that progressives can be thankful for, things that conservatives can be thankful for, and some things that we all can be thankful for! Thank you for joining for the latest episode of Blind Politics.

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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Here We Go Again 12:44

4M ago12:44

12:44

Dr. Nolte reacts to Trump's campaign announcement! Months ago, Dr. Nolte went on record predicting that Trump would not run for re-election, but Trump announced presidential campaign on November 15th. Still, Dr. Nolte says his logic for why Trump should not run remains valid. According to him, a rational risk calculation still shows that the Trump …

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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Midterm Election Update 27:32

4M ago27:32

27:32

In this episode of Blind Politics, Dr. Nolte explains why the potential Red tsunami turned into a slight red trickle. Thanks for joining us for the latest episode of Blind Politics.

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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Senate Power Rankings 20:23

5M ago20:23

20:23

Midterms are almost here! In this last installment of power rankings leading up to election night, Dr. Nolte discusses if we’re looking at a red-trickle, red-wave, or a red tsunami. Visit American1.com

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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Issue Brief - Russia Using Iranian Weapons? 12:27

5M ago12:27

12:27

Issue Brief: Russia using Iranian-made weapons. Dr. Nolte discusses what it means and why it matters. American1.com

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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Game Over Fauci 20:34

7M ago20:34

20:34

Dr. Anthony Fauci has retired, and in this episode Dr. Nolte dissects his time in the public eye, and how he did so much damage to the relationship between Americans and our public health experts. Thank you for joining us for the latest episode of Blind Politics!

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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Borrowing Trouble 24:11

7M ago24:11

24:11

In the latest episode of Blind Politics, Dr. Nolte discusses why the Biden student loan forgiveness is doomed to failure, what it will do to the economy, and how the Biden administration is just borrowing trouble for themselves. Thank you for joining us for the latest episode of Blind Politics!

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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Is There a Blue Wave Coming? Not so Much. 32:12

7M ago32:12

32:12

Recent polling data on upcoming Senate elections have left Democrats hopeful for a blue wave in the 2022 midterm elections. However, Dr. Nolte is here to pour some cold water over such wishful thinking as he outlines the reality of August polling and some on-the-ground facts facing Democrats in 2022. Thanks for joining us for this episode of Blind …

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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The Importance of Religious Freedom 24:21

7M ago24:21

24:21

In this episode, Dr. Nolte highlights the importance of religious freedom and the effects it can have on a nation. This episode is based off of the study Dr. Nolte conducted with Family Research Council's Arielle Del Turco. Here is the link to the study if you would like learn more, and thanks for tuning in!…

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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Dead Presidents 23:43

8M ago23:43

23:43

On today's episode of Blind Politics, Dr. Nolte delves into a more historical topic, the unsung heroes of the Presidency. We all the names of Presidents like George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and Ronald Reagan, but there are a few presidents in America's history that have been forgotten yet had a bigger impact than history remembers them for. Tun…

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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Alliance Grand U.S. Strategy 21:15

8M ago21:15

21:15

In this episode, Dr. Nolte delves more into the international relations side of things as he discusses why the United States needs alliances in order to preserve its status as the world's greatest power to confront its latest great-power challenges. Thank you for joining us for this episode of Blind Politics!…

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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Dems Dangerous Double Game 23:57

8M ago23:57

23:57

Ever since the events of January 6th, Democrats have been proclaiming that Republicans are an existential threat to American democracy. If that is the case, then why have they been propping up extreme Republican candidates in the upcoming elections? What game are they trying to play? Find out today on this episode of Blind Politics!…

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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The Fall of Boris Johnson 19:26

8M ago19:26

19:26

The sun has now set on Boris Johnson after his official resignation as the British Prime Minister. Dr. Nolte once covered Johnson's meteoric rise, and so shall he cover the twilight of his time as Prime Minister. What what was the catalyst for Johnson's catastrophic fall from grace, and what does the future hold for the United Kingdom? Find out on …

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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August Gubernatorial Race Rankings 29:21

8M ago29:21

29:21

In this episode, Dr. Nolte continues his breakdown of the most important upcoming elections, this time focusing on the upcoming gubernatorial races. Who will win? Who will lose? Tune in to find out!

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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August Senate Race Rankings 32:06

8M ago32:06

32:06

In this episode, Dr. Nolte gives us his updated predictions on who will come out on top in the senate race as the competition heats up as we get closer to the elections. If you are looking a possible edge on Predict It, or are just curious about how your candidate of choice is stacking up against the competition, tune in to this episode of Blind Po…

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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August 2nd & 4th Primary Preview 29:26

8M ago29:26

29:26

Election junkies tune in to this episode! Dr. Nolte will take a deep dive into the most important primaries happening, share his predictions on who he thinks will come out on top, and attempt to answer the question, "why on Earth does Tennessee have its primary on the 4th?" Thanks for stopping by Blind Politics and enjoy the episode.…

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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Israeli Election Update 21:55

8M ago21:55

21:55

In this episode, Dr. Nolte dives into the craziness that is Israeli politics to explain the significance of Israel's fifth election in three years, and what it might mean for the U.S. - Israel relations. Thank you for joining us on this episode of Blind Politics!

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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July 2022 Presidential Power Rankings 36:19

8M ago36:19

36:19

In this episode of Blind Politics, Dr. Nolte explores the crowded field of potential presidential nominees and shares his thoughts on the top ten candidates most likely to receive the Republican nomination. Thanks for joining us on this episode of Blind Politics.

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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Some Hard Truths About the January 6 Hearings 24:14

9M ago24:14

24:14

In this episode of Blind Politics, Dr. Nolte presents truths that both Democrats and Republicans need to face in light of the January 6 hearings, especially as key political issues emerge and 2024 rapidly approaches.

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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June Primaries Part 2, Recap (6/7/22) and Preview (6/14/22 & 6/21/22) 36:03

10M ago36:03

36:03

In this episode of Blind Politics, Dr. Nolte recaps the events of the June 7th primaries and shares his predictions regarding the most important upcoming primaries!

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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June 7th Primary Preview 29:15

10M ago29:15

29:15

All the latest on the most important upcoming primaries.

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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SEC Primary Night Recap: 5/25/22 31:00

10M ago31:00

31:00

In this episode, Dr. Nolte recaps primary election results from Georgia, Alabama, Arkansas, Texas, and Minnesota. Taking a big-picture view, he also highlights a few general things we’ve learned during the primary-packed month of May.

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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May 17 Recap: A Mixed Bag on a Wild Night: 5/23/22 42:29

10M ago42:29

42:29

On May 17th, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, Oregon, and Idaho voted for their mid-term election nominees. In this recap of the most crowded primary night so far, Dr. Nolte announces the results of important races and identifies important voting patterns.

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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Emerging Majorities, Great Replacements, and Other Demographic Fables: 5/18/22 38:02

10M ago38:02

38:02

Prompted by the mass shooting in Buffalo, NY, Dr. Nolte responds to the demographic replacement theory that seem to have motivate the shooter in that attack. In this episode, he asserts there is no such thing as demographic destiny and explains the dangerous impact of replacement theory in the "fever swamps" of both political parties.…

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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Revisiting the Impact of a Potential Repeal of Roe v. Wade: 5/11/22 24:43

11M ago24:43

24:43

In this episode, Dr. Nolte highlights three points about the potential impact of repealing Roe v. Wade: Repealing Roe is a good thing for our country. It will likely not have an impact as decisive as some expect. It will not save Democrat politicians in the midterm elections.

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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I, for One, Welcome Twitter’s New Quasi-Libertarian, Space-Obsessed, Eccentric-Genius Overlord: 5/10/22 21:38

11M ago21:38

21:38

In this episode, Dr. Nolte reacts to and laughs about the public's reaction to Elon Musk buying Twitter. You might be wondering, why do people care? Listen to this episode to learn the answer.

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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Ohio and Indiana Primary Recap: The Buck-eye State is Still Feeling Trumpy: 5/4/22 16:26

11M ago16:26

16:26

In this episode, Dr. Nolte fills us in on what happened in the Ohio and Indiana primaries. In particular, the results in Ohio shed some light on the question of how much weight a Trump endorsement carries.

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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May Primary Mega Preview: 5/3/22 46:28

11M ago46:28

46:28

In this episode, Dr. Nolte summarizes all the primaries that will take place during the month of May. His analysis tells you what races to keep an eye on and forecasts some key outcomes. By the end of the month, we should have a clearer idea about the political climate in the country.

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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Eye on Ukraine: A General Update: France, Moldova, and Donbas: 4/28/22 17:32

11M ago17:32

17:32

In this episode, Dr. Nolte provides an update on the recent elections in France, Russia's plans for Moldova, and developments in Donbas.

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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Eye on Ukraine: The Impending Battle for the Donbas Could Define the War: 4/19/22 22:25

11M ago22:25

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Dr. Nolte believes the looming battle in the Donbas region will be a major pivot point in the Russo-Ukrainian war. In this episode, he explains why, identifies various possible outcomes, and discusses the possibility of Russia using a tactical nuclear weapon.

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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2024 Presidential Power Rankings: April 2022 Update: 4/13/22 22:53

12M ago22:53

22:53

Who would win the Republican primaries for the 2024 Presidential election if they happened today? In this episode, Dr. Nolte updates his power rankings to reflect the change in the political terrain over the past few months.

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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Eye on Ukraine: The Man Behind the Curtain: 4/11/22 36:07

12M ago36:07

36:07

In this episode, Dr. Nolte introduces you to Russian political analyst Alexander Dugin. From a conservative Christian perspective, Dugin might be the most dangerous man you've never heard of since his false doctrine and dangerous ideology have found an audience among some on the American political right. Dr. Nolte critically examines Dugin, undersc…

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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What Can We Say About a Bill That Doesn't Say "Don't Say Gay": 4/8/22 46:38

12M ago46:38

46:38

Florida's so-called "Don't Say Gay" bill has garnered disdain from some and support from others. In this episode, Dr. Nolte talks about what Florida House Bill 1557 says, what it doesn't say, and considers the strengths and weaknesses of this new legislation.

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Blind Politics with Dr. A.J. Nolte

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Eye on Ukraine: Demystifying Viktor Orban: 4/6/22 29:42

12M ago29:42

29:42

Viktor Orban, Hungary's Prime Minister, inspires strong feelings: some have labeled him a fascist, while others have hailed him as a conservative role model. In light of Orban's reelection, Dr. Nolte takes this opportunity to consider who Orban is as a political actor and how the world can engage with him.…

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