This is a preview of a premium episode. Subscribe now for full access! Danny and Derek once again speak with Mark Ames, co-host of Radio War Nerd, for an update on what’s going on in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. They talk about the internal dynamics in Putin and Zelinskyy’s respective administrations, Russia’s Kursk counteroffensive, media framing around Ukrainian victories vs. those of Russia, when western governments will inevitably give Ukraine permission to “take the gloves off”, new election interference allegations against Russia, and why the latter funded certain American podcasts that did not include American Prestige. Don’t forget: AP is moving to Supporting Cast! Read our announcement for details on what to do to keep your paid subscription going or just head over to our Supporting Cast page to get started.