Pivot Extra: Timothy Snyder on America’s Superpower Suicide
Pivot · New York Magazine
Oct 4, 2026 · 50 min
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Today, we’re sharing an episode of The Prof G Pod . Scott speaks with historian Timothy Snyder to discuss Russia’s war in Ukraine, why Snyder believes America is undermining its own power, and what’s at stake in the upcoming midterms. Plus, what Canada’s response to Trump can teach us about standing up to intimidation.
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