BACK STORY WITH DANA LEWIS
Dana Lewis
Dana Lewis is a veteran World Affairs Correspondent. He's been everywhere. From global war zones to the streets of London where he is based.
He has been based in Jerusalem, and Moscow.
And he loves talking to people about whats behind the headlines. Award winning. "A real in the trenches reporter". Great interviewing skills and easy to listen to.
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QANON CULT
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03/18/21 • 42 min
On this Back Story with host Dana Lewis we talk to the Soufan Centres Jason Blazakis who see's QAnon as a dangerous extremist organization that may have foreign Government's pushing the disinformation.
And, Samantha North, of North Cyber Research who discusses countering disinformation.
Russia-North Korea Alliance, And Ukraine War
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06/20/24 • 65 min
The strategic alliance between Russia and North Korea has the world on edge, and in this episode of Backstory, you'll understand why. Join us as we unpack the recent high-stakes meeting between President Putin and Kim Jong Un. General Ben Hodges provides expert insights into North Korea's agreement to supply Russia with millions of artillery shells and missiles for its war against Ukraine. Together, we investigate the technological exchanges that could significantly bolster North Korea's nuclear and satellite capabilities, posing grave risks to South Korea, Japan, and global security.
Oleg Ignatov talks to why Putin has embraced North Korea, a journey of desperation in his war against the west and quest to revive a Russian empire at all costs.
Lastly, hear from Natalia Drozd, chairwoman of the Dobrochyn Center NGO, as she shares the devastating impact of the prolonged Russian invasion on Ukraine's infrastructure.
Quest for Peace in Israel and Ukraine
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09/11/24 • 51 min
On Back Story with Dana Lewis this week, Israel's leader P.M. Netanyahu is seeking to drive a wedge into America's political landscape. Will it back fire? Former Israeli diplomat and advisor to multiple foreign ministers Alon Pinkas, believes Netanyahu is courting disaster.
And Pinkas says Trump's remarks in the election debate on Israel, amount to a "concentrated pile of nonsense". Kamala Harris he says is right to pursue a two state solution.
Israel and Gaza is one war to solve, but there are increasing calls for the Ukraine Russia war to enter ceasefire talks. Is there a path to peace, or at least a map to getting the shooting stopped? Colgate Political Science Prof. Masha Hedberg says the options for resolution are many, but neither side appears willing to put the brakes on now, but maybe later this year?
US Broken Promises and the Russia Ukraine Conflict: Lt. Gen. Ben Hodges
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09/17/24 • 32 min
What will be the outcome of the Ukrainian conflict? Join us as Lieutenant General Ben Hodges, former commander of US Army Europe, shares his perspective on the ongoing war in Ukraine and the critical missteps in US foreign policy. We contrast media portrayals with on-the-ground realities, focusing on Ukrainian counteroffensives towards Kursk and the sluggish Russian advances.
Trump's Impact: Europe Rattled By A Trump Return
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11/09/24 • 68 min
What if Donald Trump's re-election could redefine global politics? Join us for a conversation that explores this provocative question with Sir Mark Lyle Grant, a distinguished former British diplomat and National Security Advisor, as we dissect the political shockwaves reverberating through Europe and beyond.
The Back Story examines the potential implications for Ukraine, the dance between President-elect Trump and US intelligence agencies, and the broader rise of extremism with insights from Colin Clark of the Soufan Group.
And Former Lt General Ben Hodges on concerns Trump could use the U.S. military domestically. It's a huge concern for the officer core, which swears an oath to the constitution not to a commander in chief.
Nuclear Escalation: Global Arms and the Ukraine Russia Conflict
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11/19/24 • 40 min
How close are we to the use of a nuclear weapon in current conflicts?
Join me, Dana Lewis, as I discuss the nuclear arms race with Rose Gottemoeller, a distinguished former arms control negotiator. We dissect the deployment of long-range ATACMS missiles by Ukraine into Russian territory, exploring the nuanced strategic implications and potential nuclear fallout.
And marking the milestone of 1,000 days since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, we reflect on the relentless assault on Ukrainian infrastructure and the role of Western military aid. I am joined by Ukrainian lawmaker Oleksiy Goncharenko who says any deal with Russia has to bring peace, not just a ceasefire.
THE RUSSIA/UKRAINE CRISIS AND NATO
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01/27/22 • 33 min
On this Back Story host Dana Lewis who spent 12 years in Russia as a Western TV Correspondent speaks to Ambassador John Bolton, who served as the National Security Advisor to the Trump Admin. and was the U.S. Ambassador to the UN.
And former Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Kasyanov, who worked for President Putin and who thinks Putin is bluffing on Ukraine, and needs to be confronted.
VINDMAN - "HERE,RIGHT MATTERS"
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12/14/21 • 23 min
On this Back Story Host Dana Lewis talks to Alexander Vindman, the former Lt. Col. who testified against former President Trump, in his House impeachment.
Vindman talks of Trumps corrupt White House, the insurrection at the Capitol, and even Ukraine and Russia, predicting war is likely in Europe because Putin will likely not be deterred by President Bidens warnings of economic sanctions.
SUBMARINES TO AUSTRALIA AND IN PART 2 COLLAPSING GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN
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10/01/21 • 52 min
In this Back Story Host Dana Lewis talks to Uk Rear Admiral (Ret) John Gower who warns nuclear proliferation is a by product of the AUKUS nuclear submarine deal between the U.S., U.K. and Australia.
And in Part 2 - the UN has been warned the global supply chain is threatened bringing us shortages of goods, and increased prices for just about everything. An interview with Patrik Berglund, the CEO and Co-Founder of Oslo-based Xeneta, the leading ocean and air freight rate benchmarking and market analytics platform.
FIGHT FOR FREEDOM - BELARUS
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09/01/20 • 15 min
Alexander Lukashenko struggles to cling to power after he lost fraudulent and fake elections. He's jailed and tortured political opponents. Some have fled the Country. Others take to the streets weekly now in massive demonstrations demanding Lukashenko step down. While Russia's Putin worries the same could happen in Russia, keeps watch and threatens to intervene to prop up Lukashenko.
In this edition of BACK STORY Host Dana Lewis talks to Belarus journalist Hanna Liubakova, of the dangers of covering the demonstrations and what will become of Lukashenko?
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How many episodes does BACK STORY WITH DANA LEWIS have?
BACK STORY WITH DANA LEWIS currently has 180 episodes available.
What topics does BACK STORY WITH DANA LEWIS cover?
The podcast is about News, International News, Russia, Award Winning, Ukraine, News Commentary, Podcasts, Israel and Politics.
What is the most popular episode on BACK STORY WITH DANA LEWIS?
The episode title 'KHERSON, RUSSIA ON THE RUN' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on BACK STORY WITH DANA LEWIS?
The average episode length on BACK STORY WITH DANA LEWIS is 38 minutes.
How often are episodes of BACK STORY WITH DANA LEWIS released?
Episodes of BACK STORY WITH DANA LEWIS are typically released every 6 days, 17 hours.
When was the first episode of BACK STORY WITH DANA LEWIS?
The first episode of BACK STORY WITH DANA LEWIS was released on May 8, 2020.
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