Best Councilforforeignrelations Podcasts (2025)

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On Innovation at the National Institutes of Health 1:00:15

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In this episode, Director of the National Institutes of Health Jay Bhattacharya discusses the latest developments in biomedical innovation and how they will shape the future of public health research. Background Reading: This CFR event discusses emerging threats to public health and how journalists are covering new outbreaks across the United State…

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Reporting on U.S. Agriculture Policy

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Media Briefing: The Future of U.S. Chip Controls in the Global Tech Race

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CFR experts discuss President Donald Trump’s approval of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chip sales to China and what that decision means for the future of AI, national security, and U.S.-China relations. The recording and transcript of this meeting will be posted on the CFR website.

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Media Briefing: Understanding President Trump’s National Security Strategy

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CFR experts discuss the Trump administration’s new National Security Strategy released on December 4 and what it means for the future of U.S. security.Before the event, read CFR experts’ breakdown of the document.The video and transcript of this meeting will be posted on the CFR website.Please join the Zoom event at least five minutes before the st…

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On Governing the Rules of AI 56:11

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In this episode, experts discuss the geopolitical implications of transformative technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), including how decision-makers are navigating governance, balancing innovation with risk, and addressing questions of equity and accountability. Background Reading: This article assesses whether AI investments have contrib…

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On a Ukraine–Russia Peace Deal 1:01:27

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Since President Trump first introduced a proposal to end the war in Ukraine, revisions from both sides have led to disagreement, diminishing hopes for a lasting peace. Experts are now examining the recent meeting between Ukrainian and U.S. officials in Miami, where efforts were made to finalize a peace plan for presentation to Moscow, as well as th…

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On Espionage and Intelligence Gathering 57:07

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Intelligence experts discuss the new frontiers of intelligence gathering, examining how emerging technologies are transforming espionage and reshaping the future of U.S. national security. Background Reading: This article outlines how growing politicization within the intelligence community threatens the integrity of intelligence assessments and en…

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Virtual Meeting: The State of Play in Ukraine

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Efforts to end the war in Ukraine gained momentum in recent days as a result of newly developed peace plans. CFR fellows discuss the current state of play and prospects for peace in Ukraine.This meeting is part of the Council’s Special Initiative on Securing Ukraine’s Future and the Wachenheim Program on Peace and Security, which are made possible …

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AI Policy: Global Stakes, Local Governance

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Margaret Woolley Busse, executive director of the Utah Department of Commerce and cofounder of the state’s Office of Artificial Intelligence Policy, discusses the regulatory environment for artificial intelligence in the United States, with particular focus on its implications at the state and local level. Adam Segal, Ira A. Lipman chair in emergin…

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On U.S. Economic Security and Competition 1:08:47

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Today, U.S. economic leadership is at a crossroads. An overconcentration of critical supply chains in China, underinvestment in important sectors at home, and strategic competition over the next generation of foundational technologies has exposed vulnerabilities in U.S. economic security. In its new report, U.S. Economic Security: Winning the Race …

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A Conversation With Jay Bhattacharya of the National Institutes of Health

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Director of the National Institutes of Health Jay Bhattacharya discusses the latest developments in biomedical innovation and how they will shape the future of public health research.If you wish to attend virtually, log-in information and instructions on how to participate during the question-and-answer portion will be provided the evening before t…

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Martin S. Indyk Memorial Lecture: A Conversation With President Bill Clinton

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The Martin S. Indyk Memorial Lecture was established by CFR to honor Ambassador Martin S. Indyk’s legacy of public service, scholarship, and institution building, and to recognize his ideas and contributions that shaped U.S.-Middle East policy for decades. Ambassador Indyk was a CFR distinguished fellow and former U.S. ambassador to Israel. The lec…

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On COP30 and the Future of Climate Negotiations 52:49

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As leaders gather in Brazil to discuss international climate policy at this year’s COP30 summit, major questions remain regarding a warming climate and investments in renewable energy. In this conversation, experts discuss the future of global climate negotiations and reflect on lessons learned from past climate diplomacy, including the legacy of t…

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Reckoning with History: Presidential Leadership and Moral Responsibility

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Panelists discuss how U.S. presidents have leveraged executive power to confront political violence, human rights abuses, and other global challenges, highlighting the ways presidential leadership has shaped America’s legacy of responsibility, reconciliation, and transitional justice.Please note there is no virtual component to the meeting.…

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The Post-COP30 World of Energy Technology, Competition, and Cooperation to Address the Climate Crisis

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Former U.S. Secretary of State and former U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry discusses the state of global and U.S. climate policy, the opportunities and challenges of advancing energy innovation, and the potential for economic growth through clean technology leadership.For those attending virtually, log-in information and instr…

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Forecasting Humanitarian Risk in 2026: A Conversation With David Miliband

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David Miliband, president and chief executive officer of the International Rescue Committee (IRC), presents the new IRC Emergency Watchlist report, highlighting the countries at highest risk of humanitarian crises in 2026 and examining where the international community has made progress or fallen short.For those attending virtually, log-in informat…

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On the Rise of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases 1:02:49

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Measles, whooping cough, and other vaccine-preventable diseases are on the rise around the world. Cuts to foreign aid, coupled with growing vaccine hesitancy, and persistent gaps in vaccine access are fueling outbreaks in poor and wealthy nations alike. In this conversation, global health experts discuss the drivers of these outbreaks and the solut…

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The Rules of AI: Governing Technology in a Geopolitical Age

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Panelists discuss the geopolitical implications of transformative technologies like artificial intelligence, including how decision-makers are navigating governance, balancing innovation with risk, and addressing questions of equity and accountability.

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Science Fair Series: Demystifying Quantum

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Quantum technologies are redefining the landscape of science and policy. National leading experts Spyridon Michalakis and Gorjan Alagic explore the foundations of this emerging field and its implications for innovation, security, and global governance. All members, science experts or not, are welcome to join this session.For those attending virtual…

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U.S. Tariff and Trade Policy: Takeaways From President Trump’s Trip to Asia

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Following President Trump’s trip to Asia last week, CFR fellows discuss the outcome of bilateral trade dialogues with the leaders of Malaysia, Japan, and South Korea; takeaways from talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping; and the future of the United States’ economic relationships in the region.

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On Qatar's Future 57:55

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Qatar is home to the largest U.S. military base in the Middle East and maintains deep economic ties with Washington, cementing its status as a critical on-NATO ally. But this September, that partnership was put to the test when Israel, largely funded and supported by the United States, launched an attack on Qatar’s capital, Doha. In this conversati…

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Open to Debate: Should the United States Militarize the War on Drugs?

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In a collaboration between CFR and Open to Debate, panelists debate the legal, moral, operational, and diplomatic trade-offs of the Trump administration's recently authorized military strikes against suspected drug trafficking vessels and its designation of certain cartels as foreign terrorist organizations. Supporters argue this is a necessary det…

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Women, Peace, and Security: A Bipartisan Conversation With Representatives Lois Frankel and Jen Kiggans

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Representatives Lois Frankel (D) and Jen Kiggans (R), cochairs of the bipartisan congressional Women, Peace, and Security Caucus discuss the role of women in advancing democracy and stability worldwide.Please note there is no virtual component to the meeting.

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Overcoming a Culture of Secrecy: Can the United States Kick its National Security Over-Classification Habit?

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The United States faces evolving threats from China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea, but a culture of overclassification of intelligence results in the routine failure to share vital information at speed and scale. In an example of bipartisanship, panelists discuss how the United States can reform its national security information policies, regulati…

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From COP3 to COP30 and Beyond: The Future of Climate Negotiations

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As leaders gather in Brazil to discuss international climate policy for COP30, panelists discuss the future of global climate negotiations and reflect on lessons learned from past climate diplomacy efforts, including the legacy of COP3's 1997 Kyoto Protocol.The Royal Shakespeare Company's production of Kyoto is now playing at Lincoln Center Theater…

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Young Professionals Briefing Series: Careers in International Affairs

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Panelists discuss and share advice on navigating different foreign policy career pathways in both the public and private sector.The CFR Young Professionals Briefing Series provides an opportunity for those early in their careers to engage with CFR. The briefings feature remarks by experts on critical global issues and lessons learned in their caree…

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New Frontiers in Intelligence: The Changing Nature of Espionage

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Panelists discuss the new frontiers of intelligence gathering, examining how emerging technologies are transforming espionage, expanding its reach to the public domain, and reshaping the future of U.S. national security.If you wish to attend virtually, log-in information and instructions on how to participate during the question-and-answer portion …

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On U.S. Military Leadership in a New Era of Defense 1:01:10

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As great-power competition intensifies and the prospect of conflict with China looms, military strength, technological innovation, and cooperation with allies are essential to ensuring U.S. national security. General Charles Q. Brown, Jr., 21st chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, discusses the most pressing geopolitical challenges facing the Uni…

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A Conversation With Representative Jim Himes

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Representative Jim Himes discusses threats to America’s national security and the role of the intelligence community in safeguarding American interests.For those attending virtually, log-in information and instructions on how to participate during the question-and-answer portion will be provided the evening before the event to those who register.…

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On Ukraine’s Reconstruction 59:31

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As the war in Ukraine nears its fourth year, uncertainty is growing over the future of international support. Meanwhile, mounting pressure on Russia’s economy and an increase in high-tech, drone-centric warfare continue to bolster Ukraine’s defense. Experts from Ukraine and Europe discuss international financial initiatives to support Ukraine’s rec…

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CFR Task Force Report: U.S. Economic Security—Winning the Race for Tomorrow's Technologies

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In its important new report, U.S. Economic Security: Winning the Race for Tomorrow’s Technologies, the CFR Task Force on Economic Security finds that strategic competition over the world’s next generation of foundational technologies is underway, and U.S. advantages in artificial intelligence, quantum, and biotechnology are increasingly contested. …

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A Conversation With Representative Adam Smith

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Representative Adam Smith discusses his vision for U.S. global engagement, defense, and diplomacy, and shares his insights as ranking member of the House Armed Services Committee.If you wish to attend virtually, log-in information and instructions on how to participate during the question and answer portion will be provided the evening before the e…

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On Navigating Crises Inside the Situation Room 1:01:09

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U.S. Department of State officials are the foremost representatives of U.S. interests around the world, helping to manage relationships with foreign governments, international organizations, and the people of other countries. Former U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton and Dean of Columbia University’s School of International and Public A…

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On the Future of the U.S. Economy 59:07

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In September 2025, the U.S. Federal Reserve approved a quarter-point interest rate cut. The move came amid a softening labor market, above-target inflation, heightened uncertainty about Trump’s trade and tariff policy, and other conditions that present significant challenges to monetary policymakers. Against this backdrop, Susan M. Collins, the pre…

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UN High Commissioner Volker Türk On Human Rights 1:00:51

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From Sudan to the war in Gaza, 2025 has seen the continuation of major humanitarian crises across the globe. Volker Türk, UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, examines a range of these crises, while also exploring issues such as financing, reform, and declining multilateral consensus. This conversation was hosted by the Council on Foreign Relatio…

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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa On Trade, Reform, and the BRICS Alliance 50:11

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Long before Trump retook the Oval Office, policymakers were concerned that South Africa's growing ties with Russia and China could undermine Washington’s strategic interests in the region. Against the backdrop of these concerns, President Cyril Ramaphosa examines South Africa’s domestic priorities, its bilateral trade relations with the United Stat…

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Canadian PM Mark Carney On NATO, Trade, and the Middle East 1:01:50

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The U.S.-Canadian relationship boasts a history of cooperation, peaceful borders, and strong trade ties. However, the partnership has come under strain during the second Trump administration, in part due to sweeping tariffs that have called into question Canada’s economic ties to Washington. Against this backdrop, Prime Minister Mark Carney discuss…

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On U.S. National Security Challenges 1:02:28

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Since the start of the second Trump administration, the National Security Council (NSC) has seen its staff reduced from around 350 employees to fewer than 100, with dozens of policy experts abruptly dismissed or placed on administrative leave this May. Former U.S. National Security Advisors Thomas E. Donilon, Stephen J. Hadley, and Susan E. Rice un…

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On Gaza’s Humanitarian Crisis 58:20

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Former UN Undersecretary-General Sigrid Kaag discusses the state of humanitarian assistance in Gaza and the role of the international community in supporting relief efforts. Background Reading: Malnutrition has reached alarming levels in Gaza, with famine declared in the territory’s most populated region. As Israel continues to block aid from enter…

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