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Deep Dish on Global Affairs

The Chicago Council on Global Affairs
United States
India
Russia
China
Global South
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United Nations
Geopolitical Tensions
Donald Trump
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Humanitarian Aid
Iran
BRICS
Syria
Middle East
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Trump's Tariffs

Deep Dish on Global Affairs helps you make sense of our rapidly changing world. Join host Leslie Vinjamuri, President and CEO of the Chicago Council on Global Affairs, as she speaks with thought leaders, journalists, and experts shaping foreign policy and global events. Together, they go beyond the headlines, explaining how events unfolded, why they matter, and what to watch for. Can global trade ... more

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"This is no longer an Iran war. This is a region-wide war." Fawaz Gerges, of the London School of Economics and Political Science, explains why he believes the conflict has expanded far beyond Iran, what Israel is trying to achieve in Lebanon, and wh... more

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Gas prices may be the first way Americans feel the war in Iran, but Catherine Bertini, former executive director of the United Nations World Food Programme, and Michael Werz of the Council on Foreign Relations explain why the deeper impact could unfo... more

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Trump said he would stop wars, not start them. But as the conflict with Iran widens, that promise is under strain. Matt Duss of the Center for International Policy explores what this moment reveals about presidential war powers, the limits of militar... more

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Just days after US and Israeli strikes on Iran, global leaders gathered in New Delhi for the Raisina Dialogue. As tensions escalated, conversations quickly shifted to urgent questions about war, energy shocks, and the future of the global order. Hars... more

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Recent Guests

Michael Werz
Senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations
Council on Foreign Relations
Episode: From Oil to Food: How the Iran War Could Disrupt Global Stability
Catherine Bertini
Distinguished fellow of Global Food and Agriculture at the Chicago Council on Global Affairs; former Executive Director of the United Nations World Food Programme
Chicago Council on Global Affairs; World Food Programme
Episode: From Oil to Food: How the Iran War Could Disrupt Global Stability
Matt Duss
Executive Vice President of the Center for International Policy
Center for International Policy
Episode: Trump, Iran, and the Future of American Power
Karim Haggag
Director of SIPRI, former Egyptian diplomat
Stockholm International Peace Research Institute
Episode: War with Iran: What the World Debated in New Delhi
Harsh Pant
Vice President, ORF; Professor at King's College London
Observer Research Foundation
Episode: War with Iran: What the World Debated in New Delhi
Daniel Shapiro
Former US ambassador to Israel (Obama administration)
Former US Ambassador to Israel
Episode: Are We Headed for a Bigger War with Iran?
Takako Hikotani
Professor at the University of Tokyo and expert in Japan and international relations
University of Tokyo
Episode: Is Japan Entering a New Political Era?
Noah Snyder
Analyst at The Economist
The Economist
Episode: Is Japan Entering a New Political Era?
Kishore Mahbubani
Former Singaporean diplomat and author
Episode: Is the West Ready for an Asian Century?

Host

Leslie Vinjamuri
President and CEO of the Chicago Council on Global Affairs, providing insights into global affairs and foreign policies through her interviews and discussions with leading experts.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 327 ratings
  • Some excellent insights, especially in connecting things Tru mp sees as a threat to his unchecked power

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Ceesked
    3 months ago
  • Great Show

    I couldn’t be happier for the return of Deep Dish and to see this podcast is back. It’s needed. It’s informative and gives context and understanding in an easy-to-digest manner.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MikeyMcD617
    United States9 months ago
  • Brilliant!

    This is the perfect choice for anyone interested in learning more about national security! Each episode is informative and enjoyable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andieo1997
    United States3 years ago
  • Great

    Podcast Addict
    5
    DaniDani
    3 years ago
  • Great

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Dani
    3 years ago

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Trump, Iran, and the Future of American Power
Q: What reforms are suggested for U.S. politics to support a wiser foreign policy?
Reforms should focus on unrigging politics and campaign finance reform to reduce the influence of money, increase transparency, and restore accountability, enabling more coherent and accountable foreign policy decisions.
Trump, Iran, and the Future of American Power
Q: How should the U.S. handle deterrence and the Taiwan question in a progressive framework?
Deterrence should be about credible consequences and signaling that aggression is costly, with a preference for ambiguity in Taiwan to avoid exacerbating conflict; the path of least harm and avoiding unnecessary wars should guide decisions.
Trump, Iran, and the Future of American Power
Q: What is the core idea behind a progressive foreign policy, and how does it differ from traditional militarism?
A progressive foreign policy emphasizes using diplomacy, international collaboration, and multilateral institutions to address shared challenges, while reducing military reliance and focusing on global public goods like climate and nonproliferation; it accepts that America remains powerful but should exercise power through convening, norms, and civilization of capital, not through unilateral force.
From Oil to Food: How the Iran War Could Disrupt Global Stability
Q: Let me ask you one pointed question on this. It's not just countries in the region, Iran, the Gulf states. It's also places a little bit further afield, right?
Yes, absolutely. Disruptions in the market would have immediate ripple effects globally, since many importing regions rely heavily on imports for staple commodities, and the impact would cascade through price spikes and potential shortages.
Europe's Security Wake-Up Call
Q: What do you make of that?
There is a hypothesis that the current administration does not perceive a significant threat from Russia, which affects many of its decisions and policies toward European security.

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Focusing on critical foreign policy issues and global events, discussions often encompass topics such as international relations, human rights, security dynamics, and environmental challenges. Guest experts include a mix of journalists, policy analysts, and seasoned professionals who provide nuanced insights into complex geopolitical scenarios, such as U.S-China relations, the crisis in Sudan, and Iran's ongoing protests. Noteworthy is the emphasis on both the political and humanitarian aspects of current events, making it accessible for listeners who aim to understand the deeper implications of these issues beyond the headlines. The podcast aims to illuminate the intersection of domestic policy and global struggles, helping audiences navig... more

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