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Professor Gerdes Explains

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If you care about Ukraine, you are in the right place. I try to provide unique insights that help you understand the context. Just listen to ONE episode, and if you like it, subscribe. To support my effort, you can: Support me on Patreon: www.patreon.com/ProfessorGerdesExplains Support me directly at PayPal: www.paypal.com/paypalme/professorgerdes or Buy Me A Coffee: www.bu... more

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Recent Guests

Friedrich Merz
German politician and Chancellor
Federal Republic of Germany
Episode: Merz’s Dire Warning: The US-Led World Is Over
Andreas Kaluvis
Former Prime Minister of Lithuania
European Parliament
Episode: Merz’s Dire Warning: The US-Led World Is Over
Anne Applebaum
Author and journalist
Episode: Merz’s Dire Warning: The US-Led World Is Over
Greg Terry
Military analyst providing on-ground insights about the Ukraine conflict
Episode: Kupyansk Liberated? This Changes Everything for Russia
General Syrskyi
Ukrainian General discussing the military status of Pokrovsk
Episode: Syrskyi on Pokrovsk: WE HOLD THE CITY — Here’s What He Revealed
Colonel Pavel Polissia
Deputy Head of the President's Office of Ukraine and a former battlefield commander.
President's Office of Ukraine
Episode: The Unspoken Rules of Surviving a Sky Siege
Admiral James Stavridis
Former Supreme Allied Commander of NATO
CNN, The Carlisle Group
Episode: Former NATO Commander Warns: Venezuela War Could Erupt Within a Week
Anna Paulina Luna
Conservative representative from Florida
United States Congress
Episode: I’m Calling Out the Lies — Here’s the PROOF!
Volodymyr Zelenskyy
President of Ukraine
Ukrainian Government
Episode: Zelensky’s Masterclass — Every Trap Became a Triumph

Host

Darren Gerdes
A professor providing context and analysis on the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, offering unique insights and detailed commentary on military strategies and geopolitical dynamics.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings
  • Considered and fair

    I have been following Professor Gerdes for about 2 years now on various platforms. I have always found his analysis of news in the Ukrainian geopolitical arena to be worthwhile. He has good insights and balance of perspectives.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bronti70
    Australia3 months ago
  • Excellent

    Grounded informed commentary on the Ukraine-Russia war, peppered with a light touch. Gifted daily analysis with a pro-Ukraine perspective.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Satisfied Customer XYZ
    Australia3 months ago
  • Concise, timely & smart reporting.

    I typically watch/listen on YouTube but wanted to take a moment to share appreciation for what you do. Your perspectives are timely and very helpful to keep us up-to-date on the complex geopolitics of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. As a conservative leaning listener, it’s great to have your mindset speaking on the right side of history with this tragic war. Slava Ukraini.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sendrock
    United States3 months ago
  • Informative

    The best place to get bipartisan news about the Russian invasion of Ukraine. I appreciate you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bigcheese204;
    United States3 months ago
  • Professor Gerdes explains

    Informative podcast. I listen or watch on you tube every day.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Dr Nicole A
    Australia3 months ago

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The populist movement has gained momentum through social media and by appealing to dissatisfaction with traditional conservatism.
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Q: What was the response from the West to Lavrov's assertions?
The response was tepid, highlighting that both sides' positions are largely incompatible after the Russian invasion.
Lavrov's Lie Factory is Working Overtime—And the West is Buying It
Q: Why do you think the European Union cannot have a seat at the negotiating table?
Lavrov wants to negotiate directly with Ukraine, avoiding EU influence, as he perceives the EU as having different interests than the Ukrainian people.
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Q: When will the war end?
The war ends when one side stops fighting or capitulates, but the Ukrainians don't seem to have any appetite to capitulate because there's a strong motivation to keep going.
LIVE Q & A: We Cover it All. Call in or Chat about it.
Q: Do you think that Ukraine can survive without direct USA support?
It would be better for Ukraine if they did have US support. With Europe doing what it's currently doing, Ukraine would likely just get ground down.

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