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Diplomatic Immunity: Frank and candid conversations about diplomacy and foreign affairs Diplomatic Immunity is a podcast from the Institute for the Study of Diplomacy at Georgetown University. We bring you "frank and candid" conversations on the issues facing diplomats and national security decision makers globally. We talk to current and former diplomatic officials, scholars, and analysts and see... more

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This week, Kelly talks with Stanford University professor and author Dan Edelstein about his new book, The Revolution to Come: A History of an Idea from Thucydides to Lenin, (Princeton University Press, 2025). The book looks at how political thinker... more

Interview with Ambassador Kent Logsdon on Moldova: 33:25

This week, Kelly and Tristen break down President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu’s 20-point Gaza peace plan and what it signals for U.S.-Israel relations, as well as the ongoing ceasefire... more

This week, Kelly talks with Reuters reporter and author Ernest Scheyder about critical minerals and his new book: "The War Below: Lithium, Copper, and the Global Battle to Power Our Lives."

Ernest Scheyder is a senior correspondent with Reuters cov... more

Interview with Pranaya Rana on Nepal: 26:50

This week, Kelly and Tristen talk through Trump's speech at the UN General Assembly, his visit last week to the UK, and the administration's recent strikes on suspected Venezuelan cartels. They also provi... more

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Dan Edelstein
Professor at Stanford University's Hoover Institution and author
Stanford University
Episode: The Revolution Throughout History with Dan Edelstein
Kent D. Logsdon
Former United States Ambassador to the Republic of Moldova
US Government
Episode: Moldova's Turn Away from Russia with Ambassador Kent Logsdon
Ernest Scheyder
Senior correspondent with Reuters covering critical minerals and the global energy transition, author of "The War Below: Lithium, Copper, and the Global Battle to Power Our Lives"
Reuters
Episode: The War Below: Critical Minerals with Ernest Scheyder
Pranaya Rana
A journalist and chief editor of Kalam Weekly, a current affairs newsletter from Kathmandu, Nepal.
Episode: Will Gen-Z Protests Change Nepal's Path?
Liam Karr
Africa team lead at the Critical Threats Project at the American Enterprise Institute
American Enterprise Institute
Episode: Can External Pressure Bring Peace to the DRC?
Dr. Sophal Ear
Tenured associate professor at Arizona State University's Thunderbird School of Global Management
Arizona State University
Episode: Dr. Sophal Ear on the Thailand-Cambodia Ceasefire
Ebenezer Obadare
Douglas Dillon Senior Fellow for Africa Studies at the Council on Foreign Relations
Council on Foreign Relations
Episode: CFR's Ebenezer Obadare: Nigeria's Turning Point?
Elizabeth Dickinson
Senior analyst for Colombia at the International Crisis Group, based in Bogota.
International Crisis Group
Episode: Colombia's Political Instability with Crisis Group's Elizabeth Dickinson
Andrew Preston
Professor of American History at Clare College, Cambridge, focusing on American behavior in the world.
Clare College, Cambridge
Episode: FDR and the Invention of National Security with Andrew Preston

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Kelly McFarland
Host of discussions focusing on diplomacy and foreign affairs, bringing expertise from the Institute for the Study of Diplomacy.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 53 ratings
  • Extremely US chauvinistic

    Very American so takes as a given US good, China and Russia bad. With that caveat it can be informative— but annoyingly onesided.

    Just listened to an old 2020 episode about Russian and Chinese misinformation in US election. All good and fair. But no mention of the many times the US government has used misinformation to upset foreign elections. A comprehensive discussion about misinformation and electoral meddling globally would have been much more useful.

    My advice: do listen to this. But ha... more

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    Bilas Peles
    United States7 months ago
  • Great Guests

    Margaret MacMillan is a rockstar.

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    5
    another RJF
    United States8 months ago
  • Always a Conversation-Starter

    One of the things I appreciate most is not just that I walk away a little bit smarter after each episode, but that I have an unexpected conversation-starter in hand. Great stuff!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lempika7
    United States2 years ago
  • How are people missing this?

    Diverse perspectives, diplomats and historians and specialist and on the ground participants hashing out issues other podcasts will be reporting on. Get in on the ground floor people! Subscribe! ... please.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dallaire's Disciple
    United States4 years ago
  • I hope it gets better

    Each episode is about 50% more boring than the previous one

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Sarita7981
    United States5 years ago

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The podcast has been characterized as having a slight bias towards U.S. perspectives, particularly in discussions involving international conflicts.
Many find the conversations stimulating and appreciate the variety of viewpoints presented on complex diplomatic issues.
Listeners appreciate the depth of expertise provided by guests, highlighting the informative nature of discussions.

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#136
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#243
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Moldova's Turn Away from Russia with Ambassador Kent Logsdon
Q: What things are you looking for in the next months or years that will demonstrate to you that PAS is moving forward its agenda?
Key indicators include progress towards EU membership, the government's handling of relations with the Transnistrian region, and how effectively they can maintain their parliamentary majority amid potential defections.
Moldova's Turn Away from Russia with Ambassador Kent Logsdon
Q: What were the big driving issues in voters' minds when they went to the polls?
Voters were primarily concerned about the economy, inflation, job creation, and the impacts of the ongoing war in Ukraine. These issues significantly influenced the election results, highlighting the electorate's desire for stability and economic growth.
Moldova's Turn Away from Russia with Ambassador Kent Logsdon
Q: What were the main parties contending and what were the results?
The main ruling party is the Political Action and Solidarity Party (PAS) led by President Maya Sandu, which focused on EU integration. In the recent elections, PAS secured 55 seats out of 101 in parliament, winning an absolute majority, while the main opposition party received only around 24%.
Will Gen-Z Protests Change Nepal's Path?
Q: Is there a new party that's coming out of this Gen Z movement that would indicate a big change in Nepal?
There is talk of forming a new political party led by the popular mayor of Kathmandu, especially attractive to the Gen Z demographic.
Will Gen-Z Protests Change Nepal's Path?
Q: So what's been happening in Nepal?
The protests originated from a social media ban and escalated due to government corruption, leading to violent responses from the state that captured international attention.

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The content revolves around frank discussions on pressing issues related to diplomacy and foreign affairs. It features a mix of current and former diplomatic officials, scholars, and analysts, engaging in enlightening conversations aimed at understanding the complexities of international cooperation. Common topics include U.S. foreign policy, ongoing geopolitical tensions, historical perspectives on diplomacy, and analyses of various international crises. The unique approach of integrating diverse expert opinions provides listeners with a well-rounded understanding of the challenges facing diplomats today. This podcast is particularly notable for its focus on active discussion about urgent global issues, making it relevant for anyone intere... more

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1. Dan Edelstein
2. Kent D. Logsdon
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5. Liam Karr
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