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Tawsif Anam is writer, podcaster, and an award-winning public policy professional. He is an immigrant from Bangladesh, and now a United States citizen. Tawsif Anam’s writings have appeared in USA Today, Washington Examiner, The Washington Times, The Boston Globe, The Western Journal, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Wisconsin State Journal, The Capital Times, and more. Tawsif comments on a wide range of topics, ranging from current affairs in politics to various issues affecting society and culture. Visit www.tawsifanam.net to learn more.
Episodes
350 episodes
INTENSE ENERGY CRISIS: Is there any oil left in Bangladesh?
S.13 E.14 The lines outside fuel stations in Bangladesh are growing longer and longer. The wait time to purchase fuel is increasing rapidly. Even after waiting for over 12 hours, motorists are still not able to purchase fuel. Reportedly, a majo...
SECOND ROUND OF U.S.-IRAN TALKS: What can we expect to see in the Middle East?
S.13 E.13 Reportedly, a second round of peace talks between the United States and Iran will take place in Pakistan. What can the world expect to see? In this episode, I discuss the matter.
Will the U.S. blockade of the Strait of Hormuz lead to a peace deal?
S.13 E.12 The United States of America has implemented a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. How will the blockade impact the U.S.-Iran negotiations? Will the blockade lead to a peace deal? In this episode, I discuss the matter.
Will the Middle East tension and the fuel crisis come to an end soon?
S.13 E.11 After the Islamabad peace talks, which did not result in the signing of a long-term peace agreement, there is now the possibility of rising tension in the Middle East. President Trump has announced a new blockade in the Strait of Horm...
NO DEAL: What can the world expect after the U.S.-Iran peace talks in Pakistan?
S.13 E.10 Delegations from the United States and Iran met in Pakistan for dialogue. Yet, no peace deal has been reached. What does this mean for the Strait of Hormuz? Will Asian countries suffer due to lack of oil? Will the conflict in the Midd...
CEASEFIRE ACHIEVED: President Trump's warning, Pakistan's role in mediation, and the hope for peace
S.13 E.9 President Trump had issued a stern warning to Iran and had set a deadline for reaching an agreement. With Pakistan's successful mediation, a temporary ceasefire between the United States and Iran has been reached. Can the world now be ...
A NATION IN CRISIS: Is Bangladesh running out of fuel?
S.13 E.8 As the conflict in the Middle East goes on, the supply of natural resources has been impacted. Bangladesh, a country of 180 million people in South Asia, is facing a severe energy crisis. In this episode, I talk about the shortage of f...
Jay Schroeder: Wisconsin Secretary of State candidate, election integrity, and GOP campaign strategy
S.13 E.7 Jay Schroeder is a husband, a father, and a businessman. He is a candidate for the office of the Secretary of State in Wisconsin.In this episode, Jay talks about his background, experience in politics, why he is running for office ...
Conversation with Rep. Tony Kurtz about Joint Finance Committee, policy priorities, elections, etc.
S.13 E.6 State Representative Tony Kurtz served in the United States Army as an attack helicopter pilot. He is a Persian Gulf War veteran, an Iraq War veteran, and also an organic grain farmer.Tony Kurtz represents the 41st Assembly Dist...
Conversation with Billie Johnson about WI Supreme Court and governor's races, balance of power, etc.
S.13 E.5 Billie Johnson is the Chairman of Republican Party's 2nd Congressional District in Wisconsin. Chairman Billie Johnson and I had a conversation about the Wisconsin Supreme Court race, the upcoming gubernatorial election, balance of powe...
Conversation with attorney, historian and author Dennis Brennan about his book, election 2026, etc.
S.13 E.4 Dennis Brennan is an attorney, historian, and author. He joined me for a conversation about his new book, the current political environment, the upcoming midterm election, and more.
BANGLADESH GENERAL ELECTION 2026: A Gen Z uprising and a dream of a better future for Bangladeshis
S.13 E.3 On February 12, 2026, the general election will be held in Bangladesh. In this video, I share my thoughts regarding this upcoming election.
Conversation with Professor Marc Defant about evolutionary psychology, feminism, politics, etc.
S.13 E.2 Marc Defant is a professor of geology and geochemistry at the University of South Florida. His work spans the physical sciences and evolutionary psychology. In this episode, Professor Defant talks about his paper titled "Ev...
Conversation with national award-winning journalist Chris Papst about his book "Failure Factory"
S.13 E.1 Chris Papst is a national award-winning journalist. He is the lead investigative reporter for Project Baltimore. Project Baltimore is Fox45 News' ongoing investigation into Maryland’s public education system. Chris Papst ha...
What should America's priorities be in the new year?
S.12 E.39 As we enter the new calendar year 2026, it is important to think about our priorities as a nation. In this episode, share my thoughts about what I believe America's priorities should be going forward.
Are the federal student loan borrowers facing wage garnishment?
S.12 E.38 Federal student loans are back in the news cycle. People are talking about federal student loans, because it has been reported that the Trump administration is taking action to address the problem of loan delinquency. Many people are ...
Why is Bernie Sanders going to lead Zohran Mamdani's public swearing-in ceremony?
S.12 E.37 Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani will soon be sworn in as the new Mayor of New York City. Reportedly, U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont is going to lead Mamdani's public swearing-in ceremony. But why would Bernie Sanders lead the swear...
Will the Democrats continue to craft legislation to oppose immigration enforcement?
S.12 E.36 Looking at a few different states, it appears that the Democrats are engaged in a coordinated effort to craft legislation to create barriers for the federal agents who are responsible for immigration enforcement actions. In this episo...
Can the GOP win the U.S. Senate seat in Michigan?
S.12 E.35 There is a very important United States Senate race in Michigan. Democrat U.S. Senator Gary Peters is not seeking re-election, which means that there is an open Senate seat in Michigan. This is an opportunity for the Republicans to wi...
RECLAIM GEORGIA: Defeat Jon Ossoff in the 2026 U.S. Senate race
S.12 E.34 A very important United States Senate election is coming up in 2026. It is the Senate race in Georgia. Democrat Senator Jon Ossoff is up for re-election. It is essential for the Republicans to defeat Ossoff in the 2026 midterm electio...
THE BRAVE IMMORTAL SOUL: Sharif Osman Hadi
S.12 E.33 Sharif Osman Hadi has been assassinated. His death has shocked an entire nation, and people all over the world. Sharif Osman Hadi, through his death, has become immortal. In this episode, I talk about this brave leader, who is now a m...
Molly Bohn: Grant County's success, campaign strategies, and 2026 spring and fall elections in WI
S.12 E.32 Molly Bohn is the Chair of Grant County Republican Party in Wisconsin. In this episode, Molly talked about Grant County and her experience as a county party leader. We also talked about the excellent outcome of last year's presidentia...
David Varnam: Campaign for Lieutenant Governor, top priorities, and high-stakes 2026 election in WI
S.12 E.31 David Varnam is a Republican candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Wisconsin.David Varnam is the former mayor of Lancaster. Previously, he also served as a congressional aide and was also a federal policy analyst at Focus on the Fa...
Julie Helmer: Key Assembly race, outreach to moderates and independents, improving education, etc.
S.12 E.30 In this episode, I interview Julie Helmer, who is the Vice Chair of Republican Party's 2nd Congressional District in Wisconsin. She is also the Republican candidate for Wisconsin's 40th Assembly District. Julie talks about her candida...
Billie Johnson: President Trump's performance, Wisconsin Supreme Court, 2026 midterm election, etc.
S.12 E.29 In this episode, I interview Billie Johnson, who is the Chairman of Republican Party's 2nd Congressional District in Wisconsin. Mr. Johnson shares his thoughts about President Donald Trump's performance in office so far, immigration e...