In this episode of The Dialectic, Fair Observer’s Founder, CEO and Editor-in-Chief Atul Singh and retired CIA Officer Glenn Carle dive into the latest terrorist attack in Kashmir and the resulting escalation between India and Pakistan. They explore the deep historical roots of the conflict, the strategic calculus of both nations, and the dangerous interplay between religion, nationalism, and domestic politics. With terrorism once again destabilizing the region, they ask: Can cooler heads prevail...
Jul 16, 2025•54 min•Ep. 18
In this episode of The Dialectic, Fair Observer’s Founder, CEO and Editor-in-Chief Atul Singh and retired CIA Officer Glenn Carle dive into why US President Donald Trump is targeting Harvard and what that reveals about deeper ideological rifts in America. From culture wars to claims of antisemitism, the rise of woke culture to the dangerous logic behind the “unitary executive,” the conversation tackles the forces threatening American democracy. Harvard becomes a stand-in for the liberal elite, g...
Jul 16, 2025•51 min•Ep. 18
President Donald Trump’s return to power has alarmed many countries around the world. It is important to remember that Trump the individual represents two deep and persistent trends in American politics: isolationism and nativism. Remember that after World War I, the US jettisoned the League of Nations, which was President Woodrow Wilson’s idea. Even after World War II, influential figures championed Fortress America. Senator Joseph McCarthy was one of them. Trump’s America First policies draw u...
Feb 07, 2025•52 min•Ep. 17
Atul Singh and Glen Carle delve into American history, from the Mayflower's arrival in 1620 to the Declaration of Independence in 1776. Carle, with ancestral ties to the Mayflower, discusses the interactions between English colonists and Native Americans, the ideological roots of the American Revolution, and the rise of anti-authoritarian sentiments. The episode highlights key events like King Philip's War and the Boston Massacre, illustrating the complexities of colonial loyalties and economic ...
Jul 29, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 16
In this episode of "The Dialectic," Glenn Carle and Atul Singh analyze the surprising results of the recent Indian election. Atul attributes the outcome to youth voter indifference, unemployment, and regional political dynamics. He critiques the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) centralized leadership and its failure to gain the trust of Muslim voters despite welfare efforts. The discussion also covers the complexities of affirmative action and caste representation in Indian politics. Atul highligh...
Jun 18, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 15
In this episode of The Dialectic, Atul Singh and Glenn Carle discuss the evolving dynamics of Japan, focusing on its sovereignty, economics, politics, and military assertiveness. They highlight Japan's recent purchase of 400 Tomahawk missiles, the development of aircraft carriers, and strategic alliances with South Korea and India. The conversation also touches on Japan's technological advancements in missile interception and robotics. Despite these positive developments, they address ongoing ch...
Jun 11, 2024•54 min•Ep. 14
In this episode of "The Dialectic," hosts Atul Singh and Glenn Carl examine the historical events that have shaped America's identity and culture, starting with the Mayflower's arrival. They discuss the Protestant Reformation's impact, European religious wars, and how exploration transformed global trade. The conversation also sheds light on the exploitation of indigenous peoples, the significance of the Mayflower Compact, and the need for a unified cultural narrative. Additionally, they explore...
Jun 11, 2024•50 min•Ep. 13
In this episode, your hosts, Atul Singh and Glenn Carle, delve into the profound impact of the Israel-Hamas war, shedding light on how this ongoing conflict is reshaping the political and strategic contours of the Middle East and beyond. In The Dialectic, Atul and Glenn give you their unique perspectives on world affairs. Atul is the founder, CEO & editor-in-chief of Fair Observer, an independent media organization that has published more than 2,500 voices from around the world. Glenn retire...
Jan 21, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 12
Atul Singh and Glenn Carle return to make sense of the war in Gaza. Hamas launched a historic terror attack on Israel. This led Israel to unleash the full power of its military to destroy Hamas. This episode examines the what, how and why of what is going on and makese sense of the possible consequences of this war in the Middle East and beyond. In The Dialectic, Atul and Glenn give you their unique perspectives on world affairs. Atul is the founder, CEO & editor-in-chief of Fair Observer, a...
Dec 26, 2023•49 min•Ep. 11
In the follow-up to their first discussion, Atul Singh and Glenn Carle dissect the consequences of the War on Terror, and the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq. In The Dialectic, Atul and Glenn give you their unique perspectives on world affairs. Atul is the founder, CEO & editor-in-chief of Fair Observer, an independent media organization that has published more than 2,500 voices from around the world. Glenn retired as the Deputy National Intelligence Officer after more than two decades in the C...
Jun 18, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 10
Atul Singh and Glenn Carle look back on 9/11, the Taliban, Al Qaeda and the Iraq War, and the US foreign policy approach that would become the War on Terror. In The Dialectic, Atul and Glenn give you their unique perspectives on world affairs. Atul is the founder, CEO & editor-in-chief of Fair Observer, an independent media organization that has published more than 2,500 voices from around the world. Glenn retired as the Deputy National Intelligence Officer after more than two decades in the...
Jun 08, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 9
In this episode, your hosts, Atul Singh and Glenn Carle, discuss the New World Order championed by China, and its potential implications. In The Dialectic, Atul and Glenn give you their unique perspectives on world affairs. Atul is the founder, CEO & editor-in-chief of Fair Observer, an independent media organization that has published more than 2,500 voices from around the world. Glenn retired as the Deputy National Intelligence Officer after more than two decades in the CIA and is the auth...
Apr 08, 2023•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 8
In The Dialectic, Atul Singh and Glenn Carle give you their unique perspectives on world affairs. In this episode, they discuss the state of Britain after Brexit. Atul is the founder, CEO & editor-in-chief of Fair Observer, an independent media organization that has published more than 2,500 voices from around the world. Glenn retired as the Deputy National Intelligence Officer after more than two decades in the CIA and is the author of The Interrogator. Learn more about Atul and Glenn, and ...
Dec 28, 2022•50 min•Ep. 7
In this episode, your hosts, Atul Singh and Glenn Carle, discuss Glenn's trip to India, and whether the country is on track to become a great power. Read about Glenn's trek in the Himalayas here: https://www.fairobserver.com/world-news/india-news/a-magical-tale-not-trekking-in-the-himalayas/ In The Dialectic, Atul and Glenn give you their unique perspectives on world affairs. Atul is the founder, CEO & editor-in-chief of Fair Observer, an independent media organization that has published mor...
Dec 28, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 6
Atul Singh and Glenn Carle get to grips with the furore caused by Nancy Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan, how it has incited the fury of a thin-skinned Chinese regime, and what this game of chicken between world powers could mean for the future. In The Dialectic, Atul and Glenn give you their unique perspectives on world affairs. Atul is the founder, CEO & editor-in-chief of Fair Observer, an independent media organization that has published more than 2,500 voices from around the world. Glenn retire...
Aug 14, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 5
The invasion of Ukraine has sent shockwaves around the world, causing many to reassess the global order. Are we headed towards a tribal bipolar world? Is this the beginning of the end of globalisation? In this episode, your hosts, Atul Singh and Glenn Carle, discuss the effects of the war in Ukraine across the globe. In The Dialectic, Atul and Glenn give you their unique perspectives on world affairs. Atul is the founder, CEO & editor-in-chief of Fair Observer, an independent media organizat...
May 23, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 4
Your hosts, Atul Singh and Glenn Carle, dive deep into an analysis of Vladimir Putin in this episode of The Dialectic. Read their article on this topic here: https://www.fairobserver.com/politics/making-sense-of-vladimir-putins-long-game/ In the The Dialectic, Atul and Glenn give you their unique perspectives on world affairs. Atul is the founder, CEO & editor-in-chief of Fair Observer, an independent media organization that has published more than 2,500 voices from around the world. Glenn r...
Feb 16, 2022•49 min•Ep. 3
Your hosts, Atul Singh and Glenn Carle, dive deep into a discussion about democracy in this episode of The Dialectic. Read Atul's article on American democracy here: https://www.fairobserver.com/region/north_america/atul-singh-american-democracy-donald-trump-joe-biden-inequality-political-divide-us-politics-history-news-19901/ In The Dialectic, Atul Singh and Glenn Carle, give you their unique perspectives on global affairs. Atul is the founder, CEO & editor-in-chief of Fair Observer, an ind...
Feb 16, 2022•41 min•Ep. 2
The Dialectic is a podcast by Fair Observer. Your hosts, Atul Singh and Glenn Carle, will give you their unique perspectives on world affairs. Atul is the founder, CEO & editor-in-chief of Fair Observer, an independent media organization that has published more than 2,500 voices from around the world. Glenn retired as the Deputy National Intelligence Officer after more than two decades in the CIA and is the author of the The Interrogator. Learn more about Atul and Glenn, and read their work ...
Feb 16, 2022•13 min•Ep. 1
