‘Trews’ Host Russell Brand Asks: How Can We End This Heartbreaking Cycle of Violence? (Video)
In the aftermath of the bombing in Manchester, U.K., political philosopher Brad Evans joins Brand to discuss whether there are solutions to terrorism.In the aftermath of the terrorist attack in Manchester, U.K., “Trews” host Russell Brand and political philosopher Brad Evans discuss whether there are solutions to global conflict.
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