What Now? with Trevor Noah

Eddie Fishman: Understanding Iran

June 11, 2026·1h 48m
Episode Description from the Publisher

Trevor and Eugene sit down with former State Department official and international sanctions expert Eddie Fishman to unpack the hidden mechanics of global power. Using Iran as a lens, Eddie explains how economic sanctions became one of America's favorite foreign policy tools, why they're often seen as an alternative to war, and what happens when those plans collide with the realities of the world they're meant to change.   Along the way, the trio explore unintended consequences, international hypocrisy, and the stubborn truth that people, countries, and history rarely cooperate with anyone's grand strategy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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