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The Dr. Rod Berger Show

Hosted by thedrrodbergershow · news · EN · 17 episodes

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”The Dr. Rod Berger Show,” self-hosted by the global journalist Dr. Rod Berger, invites you to step behind the curtain of global influence and the crafting of policy. With a career highlighted by deep conversations with the ”who’s who of the world”—from celebrated athletes and entertainers to the pivotal leaders of NGOs and political spheres—Berger has circled the globe, collecting narratives that have helped sculpt our contemporary landscape. Now, he shifts the focus to the often-overlooked masterminds of our times: the thinkers and builders behind critical movements and decisions that have nurtured communities, fortified democracy, and steered through the complex seas of geopolitics.Brought to you by Fair Observer, ”The Dr. Rod Berger Show” aims to shed light on those whose efforts are typically hidden from the public eye yet whose influence is permanently woven into the societal fabric. Engaging in deep conversations with government and military heads, key cabinet members, forward-

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What is The Dr. Rod Berger Show about?

”The Dr. Rod Berger Show,” self-hosted by the global journalist Dr. Rod Berger, invites you to step behind the curtain of global influence and the crafting of policy.

What has The Dr. Rod Berger Show covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Jean-Daniel Ruch: Write for History, Not for the Minister" (15 October 2026, 54 minutes), "What John Bolton and a Debate on Democracy Revealed with Noted Professor Stephen Zunes" (4 September 2026, 43 minutes), and "The Truth Behind The Educational Flush: People, Practice & Politics at War" (20 August 2026, 48 minutes).

How often does The Dr. Rod Berger Show publish?

The Dr. Rod Berger Show publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 55 minutes across 17 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on The Dr. Rod Berger Show?

Booking probability for The Dr. Rod Berger Show is 18%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Dr. Rod Berger Show requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Dr. Rod Berger Show's contact route on record: public web form.

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The strongest fits for The Dr. Rod Berger Show are Government & Politics. The Dr. Rod Berger Show has a news audience.

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  • Episode #23

    Jean-Daniel Ruch: Write for History, Not for the Minister

    Oct 15, 202654 min

    The Dr. Rod Berger Show is presented by Fair Observer. At five or six, Jean-Daniel Ruch asked his mother what comes after death. She told him there is nothing, and he spent the next two decades looking for a better...

  • Episode #22

    What John Bolton and a Debate on Democracy Revealed with Noted Professor Stephen Zunes

    Sep 4, 202643 min

    Dr. Rod Berger talks with Dr. Stephen Zunes on activism, civil resistance, and Western Sahara storylines. This conversation explores how Dr. Stephen Zunes’ upbringing in a Christian pacifist, politically engaged...

  • Episode #21

    The Truth Behind The Educational Flush: People, Practice & Politics at War

    Aug 20, 202648 min

    In this episode of the Dr. Rod Berger Show , presented by Fair Observer , Rod sits down with sociocultural anthropologist Professor John Friedman to discuss his sudden dismissal from a university position, the broader...

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    Running: A Legacy of Geopolitical Storytelling Filled with Accents and Edits

    Aug 12, 202647 min

    In this conversation, Dr. Rod Berger and Martin Plaut delve into Plaut's rich family history, with a particular focus on his father's experiences as a refugee from Nazi Germany. They explore the significance of family...

  • Episode #19

    Sebastian Schäffer: Immediately

    Jul 31, 202646 min

    Sebastian Schäffer wrote a book with his mentor arguing that the Balkans belong in Europe. Not eventually. Immediately. The mentor, former Austrian Vice-Chancellor Erhard Busek, died in March 2022, weeks after Russian...

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  • Episode #18

    Reclaiming Our Democracy with Author Sam Daley-Harris

    Sep 25, 202555 minS0

    <p>Dr. Rod Berger sits down with Sam Daley-Harris to peel back the advocacy efforts of a man who has spent a lifetime propelling the power of voice in the pursuit of a healthy and equitable democracy. </p> <p>Sam...

  • Episode #17

    The Rise in Fascism Worldwide with Scholar Dr. Julien Reitzenstein

    May 23, 20251h 7mS0

    <p>Dr. Julien Reitzenstein lives in Ireland. He teaches contemporary history at the University of Düsseldorf and political science at the University of Stuttgart. Dr. Reitzenstein is the founder of the non-profit...

  • Episode #16

    Shifting Geopolitical Winds Post-Election with Atul Singh

    Feb 4, 20251h 14mS0

    <p>In an enlightening episode of The Dr. Rod Berger Show, presented by Fair Observer, we ventured into a deep analysis of global reactions following a significant U.S. election. This discussion, featuring Atul Singh...

  • Episode #15

    Oslo Innovation Week: Live On Stage with Easee Cofounder Jonas Helmikstøl on Professional Pursuits and Personal Pain

    Oct 10, 202435 minS0

    <p>The Dr. Rod Berger Show with Jonas Helmikstøl is a special on-location episode from Oslo, Norway. Jonas joined me on stage for the keynote interview at StartUp Lab's Climate Tech Summit 2030, part of Oslo Innovation...

  • Episode #14

    Atul Singh: Journalism's Role in Addressing Democratic Decline and Propagating Diverse Perspectives

    Sep 13, 20241h 12mS0

    <p>Dr. Rod Berger Show with Atul Singh.</p> <p>Atul Singh is the founder, CEO, and editor-in-chief of Fair Observer. He has taught political economy at the University of California, Berkeley, and has been a visiting...

  • Episode #13

    Risk, Curiosity, and Authoritarianism: Alan Waring’s Global Insights

    Aug 8, 202452 minS0

    <p>Join us for a fascinating discussion with Dr. Alan Waring. Here's just a snapshot of the discussion in today's episode of The Dr. Rod Berger Show:</p> <p>Dr. Rod Berger: How do you view the current socio-political...

  • Episode #12

    Acclaimed Author Amra Sabic-El-Rayess: Genocide Survivor and Educator on Compassion

    Jul 11, 202459 minS0

    <p >This is a very special episode of The Dr. Rod Berger Show presented by Fair Observer! Dr. Berger dives into the story of a young woman amid warfare, emerging as a scholar and award-winning author depicting the power...

  • Episode #11

    Fascism, Politics, and Terrorism: Lessons from History with Matthew Feldman

    Jun 28, 20241h 8mS0

    <p>Preview of my next Fair Observer #podcast with professor and historian Matthew Feldman. Matthew is a specialist on fascist ideology and the far right in Europe and the USA.</p> <p>Described in The Independent as “the...

  • Episode #10

    Voices of the Future: In Search of Next...Now with Tariq Qureishy

    Jun 11, 202459 minS0

    <p>This is a special edition of The Dr. Rod Berger Show, presented by Fair Observer, focused on the future while celebrating the past and present. Dr. Berger was recently included in a new book that identifies leading...

  • Episode #9

    Autocracy's Appeal and Democracy's Defense

    Jun 5, 202454 minS0

    <p>Dr. Rod Berger Show with Distinguished UCLA Professor Richard Abel. on the latest edition of Fair Observer's newest podcast show. The episode deeply delves into Abel's latest scholarship in his book series...

  • Episode #8

    The Dr. Rod Berger Show: Journalism, Propaganda, and the Search for Truth

    May 22, 202429 minS0

    <p>The Dr. Rod Berger Show with James M. Dorsey, presented by Fair Observer</p> <p>James M. Dorsey is an award-winning journalist and commentator on foreign affairs who has covered ethnic and religious conflict and...

  • Episode #7

    The Making of a Diplomat: U.S. Ambassador Gary Grappo's Transformational Journey of Service

    May 3, 20241h 4mS0

    <p>The Dr. Rod Berger Show with Gary Grappo</p> <p>Join us for a deeply engaging conversation with Ambassador Gary Grappo, as we travel through his illustrious career and profound experiences from his early days in the...

  • Episode #6

    Democracy & Dissent: Journalist Eli Motycka's Story of Arrest

    Apr 18, 20241h 5mS0

    <p>The Dr. Rod Berger Show with Eli Motycka focuses this episode on journalists and their role in underscoring the health of a given democracy. Motycka, a reporter in my local area for the Nashville Scene, was recently...

  • Episode #4

    Behind The Veil of Espionage: Glenn Carle on Living a Spy's Life

    Apr 8, 20241h 7mS0

    <p>The Dr. Rod Berger Show with Glenn Carle explores the life of secrecy and morality in the face of an evolving and elusive threat.</p> <p>Glenn Carle is a noted author, an avid reader, and a retired CIA officer with...

  • Episode #3

    From The Security of a Lecture Hall to the Security of a Nation

    Mar 21, 202449 minS0

    <p>In this episode of The Dr. Rod Berger Show Rod, presented by Fair Observer, Rod sits down with Karen Greenberg the director of the Center on National Security at Fordham Law. Her most recent book is Subtle Tools: The...

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