After the Fall

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by Ben Rhodes · 2022

A nonfiction account of Ben Rhodes’s travels through countries confronting nationalism and authoritarianism, alongside reflections on America’s democratic crisis and its changing role in the world. The book examines the global rise of authoritarian politics and asks how democratic societies can respond.

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1 episode featuring After the Fall

The Bulwark Daily
Rhodes warns global conflicts are converging
The discussion connects Russia’s escalation, Ukraine’s defenses, China’s influence, and U.S. political divisions to a widening crisis with consequences beyond any single war.
Aug 28, 2026 · 1h 13m

1 episode featuring After the Fall

Rhodes warns global conflicts are converging