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Export Controls
Russia
Sanctions
EU Sanctions
China
US Sanctions
Iran
National Security
Circumvention Of Sanctions
CFIUS
Bureau Of Industry and Security
Venezuela
International Trade
Russian Oil
Foreign Direct Investment
Aluminum Sector
State Department
Ukraine
Mexico
ITAR

Intelligent talk about international trade for trade geeks and regular people alike, hosted by Miller & Chevalier.

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In this emergency episode, host Tim O'Toole is joined again by colleague Melissa Burgess (Miller & Chevalier) to discuss sanctions aspects of the June 17, 2026, Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the U.S. and Iran and legal considera... more

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In this episode, host Tim O'Toole is joined by special guests Brad Brooks-Rubin (Arktouros) and Dr. David Soud (I.R. Consilium), as well as colleagues Collmann Griffin and Melissa Burgess (Miller & Chevalier), to discuss the many connections between ... more

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In this episode, host Tim O'Toole is again joined by colleagues Collmann Griffin and Melissa Burgess (Miller & Chevalier) and special guests Erik Woodhouse (former Deputy Assistant Secretary for Counter Threat Finance and Sanctions in the Bureau of E... more

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In this episode, host Tim O’Toole is joined by colleagues Collmann Griffin and Melissa Burgess (Miller & Chevalier), and special guests Erik Woodhouse (former Deputy Assistant Secretary for Counter Threat Finance and Sanctions in the Bureau of Econom... more

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Recent Guests

Brad Brooks-Rubin
Gold and sanctions expert, former government official
Arktouros
Episode: The Gold Episode | EMBARGOED! Episode 97
David Soud
Resource security expert, former academic and policy advisor
IR. Consilium and Auxilium Worldwide
Episode: The Gold Episode | EMBARGOED! Episode 97
Collmann Griffin
Co-host/analyst with government and industry experience
Episode: The Gold Episode | EMBARGOED! Episode 97
Erik Woodhouse
former government official involved in sanctions policy
Private practice (former State Department)
Episode: Sanctions and the State Department – Part 2 | EMBARGOED! Episode 96
Josh Kretman
former government official involved in sanctions policy
Private practice (former State Department)
Episode: Sanctions and the State Department – Part 2 | EMBARGOED! Episode 96
Damien Spleeters
Deputy Director of Conflict Armament Research
Conflict Armament Research
Episode: Sanctions & Export Control Evasion with Conflict Armament Research's Damien Spleeters | EMBARGOED! Episode 90
Chris Chamberlain
Expert at Morrison & Foerster with a focus on semiconductor export controls, formerly at BIS.
Morrison & Foerster
Episode: Semiconductor Export Controls (Part 1): AI Chips and the "Secret Entity List" | EMBARGOED! Episode 87
Matt Fogarty
Head of Business and Human Rights at General Motors Corporation.
General Motors Corporation
Episode: Talking China, Cars, and Tech | EMBARGOED! Episode 80
Caroline Watson
Longtime frequent guest of the show.
Episode: Talking China, Cars, and Tech | EMBARGOED! Episode 80

Hosts

Tim O'Toole
Host with long-running involvement in regulatory and sanctions topics.
Collmann Griffin
Regular contributor known for export controls and sanctions policy insights.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 38 ratings
  • Perfect

    Podcast Addict
    5
    DaniDani
    4 years ago
  • Perfect

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Dani
    4 years ago
  • One of the best sanctions podcast out there

    There are several sanctions/export control sanctions podcasts. This one is one of my favorite ones.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Amiloooo
    United States5 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Thank you for helping crystallize complex topics in an ever-changing compliance landscape.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tff6;5;!!#\}*~
    United States5 years ago
  • If you're looking for information about sanctions and everything that's happening these days, this is a great resource.

    Audible
    5
    Heartcast Media
    United States6 years ago

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Thoughtful, practitioner-focused discussions on sanctions and export controls.
Balanced mix of policy and practical licensing insights, with engaging guests.
Some episodes get into niche details that benefit experts; beginners may need background reading.

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The Gold Episode | EMBARGOED! Episode 97
Q: What are the main challenges in applying sanctions to the Venezuelan gold sector after the general license was issued?
The panel explains that broader illicit finance risks persist beyond Venezuela's sanctions program, including narcotics and criminal groups; even with licenses, the risk remains due to complex supply chains, beneficial ownership, and environmental and human rights concerns.
The Gold Episode | EMBARGOED! Episode 97
Q: With the intros that David and Brad had given us, could you explain gold and sanctions and how the gold market interacts with sanctions?
The guests describe gold as both a commodity and a payment form, noting its multi-layered supply chain from mining to refining to end users, which complicates sanctions because you must protect legitimate flows while constraining illicit actors.
Sanctions and the State Department – Part 1 | EMBARGOED! Episode 95
Q: How does targeting work differently from creating a program vs. standing up a designation?
There is both a general policy discussion about goals and a technical design of evidentiary memos, followed by interagency consultation near the end of the process before designations are rolled out.
Sanctions and the State Department – Part 1 | EMBARGOED! Episode 95
Q: Who would be in the loop in setting up a sanctions program and coordinating with OFAC during a new program like Russia in 2022?
Both State and Treasury law/economics teams, regional bureaus, and White House involvement, with the NSC historically coordinating but now playing a looser role; collaboration includes early internal alignment and ongoing interagency conversations.
South of the Border | EMBARGOED! Episode 89
Q: What potential future enforcement trends can we expect in Latin America?
Future enforcement is expected to accelerate, particularly in Mexico, Colombia, Ecuador, and Brazil, supported by both local and US governmental actions against organized crime.

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This show consistently covers sanctions, export controls, and national security policy with a practical, practitioner-focused lens. Episodes thread together interagency processes, licensing decisions, and enforcement trends, often featuring former government officials, regulatory lawyers, and policy researchers. A standout trait is the ability to translate complex regulatory frameworks into actionable takeaways for compliance professionals and in-house counsel, with frequent real-world anecdotes and case examples. The format blends high-level policy discussions with detailed regulatory mechanics, making it especially helpful for listeners who need to understand how sanctions tools are designed, implemented, and unwound, and for guests who w... more

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