Oct 29, 202656 min
This week, we dig into the Israeli elections-- what they could mean, who the main players are, and whether there is any reason for hopefulness. We also look at some true bright spots in Brazil and Serbia before hitting...
About this Podcast:
Welcome to The Foreign Report — where global chaos meets sharp analysis and dark humor that keep you from screaming into a pillow (maybe) (doubtful). Every week, producer, comedian, and lawyer Seena Ghaznavi and a rotating crew of experts, journalists, and policy nerds break down the wildest stories in foreign affairs. From competitive authoritarians taking over countries to Ai taking over our minds - Seena will drag you through the gory details of everything you need to know around the world. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of The Foreign Report ad-free. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.
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What is The Foreign Report about?
Welcome to The Foreign Report, where global chaos meets sharp analysis and dark humor that keep you from screaming into a pillow (maybe) (doubtful). Every week, producer, comedian, and lawyer Seena Ghaznavi and a rotating crew of experts, journalists, and policy nerds break down the wildest stories in foreign affairs.
What has The Foreign Report covered recently?
Recent episodes include "A New Israel or More of the Same? Plus, Vivek and JD Race to the Bottom" (29 October 2026, 56 minutes), "Marcus Parks on Remaking the World Order: Who's Winning, Who's Losing, and Who's Lost the Plot" (22 October 2026, 67 minutes), and "JD Vance Joins the Pod! (Sort of): Dan Wilbur on Comedy, Politics, and Impersonating a Hack" (15 October 2026, 50 minutes).
How often does The Foreign Report publish?
The Foreign Report publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 59 minutes.
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Booking probability for The Foreign Report is 42%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Foreign Report requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Foreign Report's contact route on record: verified email.
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The strongest fits for The Foreign Report are Defense & International Affairs. The Foreign Report has a comedy audience and around 5,700 subscribers on YouTube.
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Episode #107
Marcus Parks on Remaking the World Order: Who's Winning, Who's Losing, and Who's Lost the Plot
Oct 22, 20261h 7mThis week Marcus Parks joins the show to help us decipher Trump's decision to waive the Russia sanctions set to take effect this week. Was it a crass attempt to lower diesel prices before Election Day? Highly likely...
Episode #106
JD Vance Joins the Pod! (Sort of): Dan Wilbur on Comedy, Politics, and Impersonating a Hack
Oct 15, 202650 minThis week, we go all in on JD Vance! Celebrated comedian and JD impersonator extraordinaire Dan Wilbur joins the show for a hilarious conversation about getting his start in comedy, how politics informs his work, and...
Episode #104
Netanyahu Was Warned Part 2: Everyone Else Knew
Oct 1, 20261 hourThree countries warned Netanyahu about an impending attack in the weeks before October 7th, a 45-minute call from the UAE's president, a plane full of Egyptian intelligence officials, and warnings from Jordan... and he...
Episode #103
The Rise of the Middle Powers, AI Tries to Start A War & Trump Claims an Empty Greenland Win
Sep 24, 202653 minThis week, Seena and Travis talk about the most recent news out of the United Nations General Assembly– Trump’s unhinged speech, Iran’s upcoming rebuttal, Xi skipping out entirely, the Houthi situation…all the fun! They...
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- Sep 17, 20261 hour
This week Seena and Travis tackle the recent Houthi attacks on a major oil pipeline in Saudi Arabia. They talk through what exactly happened, explain why you need to know about the “Gate of Tears,” and forecast what...
- Sep 10, 202659 min
It’s been 25 years since 9/11, so this week Seena and Travis examine how the decisions made then reverberate today. They also cover the tragedy in Nepal and a new report that claims Netanyahu was warned about 10/7...
Episode #100
It’s the Climate Stupid, Plus Your Nice Comments
Sep 3, 20261 hourTo celebrate our 100th episode Seena and Travis dive into what is actually going to kill us all. Plus, Seena (finally) reads the comments! JD Vance Corner Song: Kevin Flatt and SB JD Vance Corner Animation: Bridgit...
- Aug 27, 20261h 6m
This week, law and political science professor Corey Brettschneider joins the show to talk through some of the pivotal decisions from this year's Supreme Court docket. Will birthright citizenship withstand this...
- Aug 20, 20261 hour
Iranian comedian and physician Hesam Torr joins Seena and Travis this week to discuss the latest updates on the war with Iran. They cover the on-again, off-again ceasefire, plus Trump's poorly thought-out strategy to...
Episode #97
Holy War Problems + JD Plays the Hits
Aug 13, 202658 minThe FP Zaddy is back! This week he and Travis discuss the role of the IRGC in this seemingly never-ending war and how, surprise surprise, the Trump administration has gotten trapped in the quicksand of a holy war they...
- Aug 6, 202656 min
Trae Crowder joins Travis this week to again ask WTF Trump is doing in Iran. What is the status of the negotiations? Why the constant whipsaw? They also talk about why tariffs aren’t boring, the fate of Haitian...
Episode #95
Ed Larson Goes Ham on Geopolitics!
Jul 30, 20261h 8mThis week, Ed Larson joins the show to help Travis cover Trump, Iran, JD-- the whole geopolitical scene from last week. Plenty of news, laughs, and f-bombs. Everyone's favorite combo! Media/Links...
- Jul 23, 20261 hour
This week we welcome Negin Farsad to discuss the latest escalation in the US/Iran war, how Iranians are coping, and our best guesses for what’s to come. We also talk British politics, World Cup, and JD’s 3-hour(!?)...
- Jul 16, 202654 min
This week, Seena and Travis recap the last 10 days of the US’s ongoing war with Iran– we can’t even in jest say conflict anymore. They cover the escalation and ponder the likelihood of WWIII. They also sift through the...
- Jul 9, 202654 min
Ukraine has destroyed Russia's last major oil refinery, is bleeding Moscow dry at 30,000 soldiers a month, and has drone capability reaching Siberia — and it might not matter, because Trump spent 85 minutes on the phone...
Episode #91
JD Vance Corner: Supersized!
Jul 2, 20261h 17mThis week, we celebrate 250 years of American exceptionalism with a deep dive into the exceptional dipshit that is JD Vance, looking back at some of our favorite JD Vance corner segments. JD Vance Corner Song: Kevin...
- Jun 25, 202654 min
This week Seena and Travis dig into the MOU, a seemingly last ditch escape hatch for the US coupled with a windfall for Iran. They discuss the particulars of what exactly Iran stands to gain and how Israel is doing its...
Episode #89
TFR at the World Cup!!
Jun 18, 20261 hourThis week Seena and Travis brave LA traffic to see the Iranian World Cup team take on New Zealand. They talk through who they should cheer for and why that question is so fraught, explain the history of the Iranian’s...
- Jun 11, 202652 min
This week Seena and Travis check-in on the Trump administration’s most recent foray into regional hegemony– the kidnapping of Nicolas Maduro. They dig into the reasoning behind it (faulty at best), the plan to rebuild...
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Corey Brettschneider
professor of political science at Brown University, Brown University
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Ed Larson
Hunting Department Divisional Merchandise Manager, Cabela's and Bass Pro Shop
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Gissou Nia
Director of Strategic Litigation Project, Strategic Litigation Project
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Kaveh Shahrooz
lawyer and human rights activist, senior fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute, Macdonald-Laurier Institute
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