In this episode of Deep Focus, Professor Richard Wolff sits down with Trita Parsi, Executive Vice President of the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft, for a wide-ranging discussion on the shifting balance of global power, the Iran conflict, U.S. foreign policy, and the future of multipolar geopolitics.The conversation explores whether recent developments in the Middle East signal the decline of American military primacy, the rise of new global power structures, and how asymmetric warfare is reshaping international relations. Parsi offers deep insight into Iran’s strategic position, China’s global ambitions, Israel’s evolving political landscape, and the broader implications for the future world order.A thoughtful and nuanced discussion on one of the most important geopolitical moments of our time.03:39 Did Iran Just Expose the Limits of U.S. Power?06:10 Why This War Is Different From Iraq08:11 China, Russia & Iran: A New Global Alliance?11:32 The Ancient Persian Identity Behind Iran’s Resilience15:45 Is the U.S. Empire Entering Decline?18:16 Why China Won’t Replace America as “World Police”20:40 Israel’s Future After the Iran Conflict25:28 Will the Iranian Government Emerge Stronger?28:11 The Social Changes Inside Iran No One ExpectedFor more of Trita Parsi's work please check out his Substack:https://tritaparsi.substack.com/If you enjoyed the conversation, please like, subscribe, and share to support more in-depth interviews and analysis.#Geopolitics #Iran #RichardWolff #TritaParsi #MiddleEast #USForeignPolicy #China #Israel #WorldPolitics #MultipolarWorld

In this episode of Deep Focus, Richard Wolff sits down with former U.S. Marine captain and foreign policy analyst Matthew Hoh to discuss the escalating conflict with Iran, the shifting balance of global power, and what they describe as the decline of the American empire.Drawing from his military and State Department experience, Hoh explains why sections of the Pentagon and intelligence community may be resisting further escalation, how U.S. intelligence failures mirror past wars, and why Washington’s political class struggles to adapt to a changing multipolar world.The conversation also explores generational divides in American politics, the growing risk of confrontation with China, and the deeper geopolitical forces shaping the 21st century.#RichardWolff #MatthewHoh #Iran #China #Geopolitics #USForeignPolicy #DeepFocus #MiddleEast #MultipolarWorld #Empire #Politics01:15 Is the Iran War Spiraling Out of Control?02:45 The End of the American Empire?03:59 Americans in Denial About Decline?06:56 Who Actually Supports This War?08:03 “This War Will Define History”08:52 Did U.S. Intelligence Completely Fail?10:14 The CIA & Mossad Aren’t What You Think11:08 How Intelligence Gets Politicized12:25 Massive Pentagon Leaks Explained14:14 Why the Military Doesn’t Want This War15:01 Are U.S. Leaders Out of Their Depth?17:27 Why Washington Misreads Its Enemies18:16 Pete Hegseth & America’s Leadership Crisis19:13 Is War With China Inevitable?20:05 Why a China War Would Be MadnessFor more of Prof. Richard Wolff's work: https://www.youtube.com/@UCB-5u8VgFc_TI1aAj8_SmDA https://www.youtube.com/@UCK-6FjMu9OI8i0Fo6bkW0VA Thanks tuning in! If you enjoyed the conversation, please like, subscribe, and share the video — it really helps support the channel. See you next time!

In this episode of Deep Focus, John Kiriakou sits down with author Paul Ogden to discuss the unbelievable true story behind the book "Outside the Law: How an ex-cop became America's most prolific bank robber since John Dillinger."The book follows the life of Bruce Davidson—a former police officer, Marine, and attorney—whose life unraveled under pressure, leading him down an unexpected path as one of America’s most prolific bank robbers since John Dillinger.In this wide-ranging conversation, they explore:How Davidson went from law enforcement to outlawThe reality of modern bank robberies (and why they’re not as lucrative as people think)The challenges of writing a true crime story with a subject behind barsThe psychology of desperation, ambition, and life-altering decisionsThis interview goes beyond true crime headlines to examine a deeper question: what choices do we make when life doesn’t go as planned?📖 Book: "Outside the Law" by Mark Ogden & Paul Ogden👍 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more in-depth interviews and real stories that challenge the narrative.#TrueCrime #BankRobber #JohnKiriakou #DeepFocus00:39 – Intro & Childhood Story About John Dillinger02:10 – Dillinger Story Proven True04:08 – Interview Begins with Paul Ogden06:33 – Challenges Writing with a Prisoner10:19 – The Psychological Downfall of Bruce Davidson14:22 – Are Bank Robbers Always “Bad People”?18:32 – How Davidson Avoided the FBI21:23 – How Much Money Bank Robbers Actually Make29:01 – Sitting Near FBI While on the Most Wanted List38:13 – The Big Lesson: Handling Failure & Life Choices👍 LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE to support independent journalism, Thank You for tuning in!!