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EPISODE · Apr 10, 2026 · 34 MIN

The Iran Nuclear Deal Explained: What Trump Ended—and What Comes Next

from The Smerconish Podcast · host David Cortwright, Michael Smerconish

Michael takes a deep dive into the Iran nuclear deal (JCPOA) with peace and conflict expert Dr. David Cortright of Cornell and Notre Dame Universities, breaking down how the agreement came together, what it accomplished, and why it ultimately unraveled. They explore the role of the Obama administration, the arguments from critics, and the consequences of the U.S. withdrawal under President Trump. Then, listeners weigh in with passionate and wide-ranging perspectives—from military strategy and oil politics to trust, diplomacy, and the risk of nuclear escalation. Original air date 9 April 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Michael takes a deep dive into the Iran nuclear deal (JCPOA) with peace and conflict expert Dr. David Cortright of Cornell and Notre Dame Universities, breaking down how the agreement came together, what it accomplished, and why it ultimately unraveled. They explore the role of the Obama administration, the arguments from critics, and the consequences of the U.S. withdrawal under President Trump. Then, listeners weigh in with passionate and wide-ranging perspectives—from military strategy and oil politics to trust, diplomacy, and the risk of nuclear escalation. Original air date 9 April 2026.

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