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FDD's Foreign Podicy

FDD, Cliff May
Iran
China
Russia
Israel
Ukraine
United States
Taiwan
Hamas
NATO
Islamic Republic Of Iran
Islamic State
Trump
Al Jazeera
Islamic Republic
United Nations
Yemen
Turkey
Syria
Khomeini
Muslim Brotherhood

A national security and foreign policy podcast from the Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD).

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Latest Episodes

A memorandum of understanding with Iran isn't peace – it's a fragile ceasefire with a regime whose ideology traces back to 1,400 years of jihad. While Tehran projects strength and defiance, U.S. negotiators face an impossible choice: lock in a deal t... more

In this episode of Foreign Podicy, host Cliff May sits down with Congresswoman Elise Stefanik — once the youngest woman ever elected to the House and its highest-ranking female member — to discuss her new book, Poisoned Ivies: The Inside Account of t... more

Taiwan makes 90% of the world’s most advanced semiconductors — and China wants to take it without breaking it - using economic coercion if they can. If Beijing succeeds, the global tech economy becomes weaponized.

FDD CCTI Senior Director and Senior... more

A new UN Watch investigation exposes ideological bias, foreign funding, and ethical misconduct among UN Special Rapporteurs — raising urgent questions about UN accountability and the urgent need for reform. The shocking new report, "From Watchdogs to... more

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Eyck Freymann
Hoover Fellow at Stanford University; director of the Allied Coordination Working Group
Stanford University; Hoover Institution
Episode: Defending Taiwan
Hillel Neuer
Executive Director of UN Watch
UN Watch
Episode: UN Watch Report: Watching the UN Rot
Connor Pfeiffer
Senior Director of Government Relations at FDD Action
FDD Action
Episode: ¿Cuba libre?
Peter Schweizer
Author and president of the Government Accountability Institute
Government Accountability Institute
Episode: Immigration as a Weapon
Eric Edelman
Ambassador, former Undersecretary of Defense for Policy, Board of Advisors for Center on Military and Political Power at FDD
FDD – Center on Military and Political Power
Episode: The Axis of Aggressors and Unraveling World Order
Max Meizlish
research fellow at FDD, former OFAC, Treasury
Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD)
Episode: The Fog of Ceasefire
Joseph Zacks
adjunct fellow at FDD, former CIA, Army officer
Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD)
Episode: The Fog of Ceasefire
Simone Rodan-Benzaquen
Former advisor to the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs; FDD Senior Envoy for Europe
Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD)
Episode: From Budapest to Beirut to Tehran: Perspectives from Across the Pond
Sinan Ciddi
Senior fellow at FDD and director of the Turkey program
Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD)
Episode: The New Sultanate

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Cliff May
Host of Foreign Podicy

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 52 ratings
  • Host needs to change a bit

    The subjects are very interesting but the host needs professional podcast training. The host is constantly grunting and “uh-huh”ing during interviews. This is common during real life conversation, but typically podcasters try to avoid it so that the guest can say everything clearly and uninterrupted.

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    Mrs.KEdwards
    United States9 months ago
  • The most informative foreign policy podcast around.

    Cliff May presents the best foreign policy podcast you can listen to today. FDD has a seemingly unlimited array of mind-blowingly expert people available for Cliff to call upon to discuss the detail of foreign affairs. Mixed in with the in-house experts are guests who, incredibly, add even more knowledge to a high-level conversation. Never boring, often fun, this is a must listen if you are interested in foreign policy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    darkwaterjack
    New Zealand10 months ago
  • Foreign Service school Georgetown Qatar influence

    The revelations here make your head spin. Vital info

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wellgaveitatry
    United Statesa year ago
  • Not worth my time

    Just shut up and call yourself FDI already ok. Total war hawks here!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Colorado Vader
    United Statesa year ago
  • Very important podcast. Thank you FDD

    Podcast Addict
    5
    gdillon
    a year ago

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Some episodes come off hawkish; potential listeners should be ready for strong views.
Consistently insightful with strong policy analysis and credible guests.
A must-listen for foreign policy wonks; depth and guest expertise are standout.
The host could benefit from more polished interview pacing, but guests are top-tier.

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UN Watch Report: Watching the UN Rot
Q: Given the concerns raised, how does the UN Secretary General fit into this, and can he or she fire or discipline rapporteurs?
Legally, the Secretary General does not appoint or fire rapporteurs; the role has moral responsibility and the power to condemn; but the removal or disciplining of rapporteurs is not straightforward and highlights the gap between power and accountability within the UN system.
UN Watch Report: Watching the UN Rot
Q: And just to understand the process, is the UN Human Rights Council selection done by secret ballot or is there more behind-the-scenes wrangling?
The process is largely behind the scenes with a slate proposed and endorsed by consensus rather than a formal vote, involving vetting by regional blocs before the full council, which can lead to outcomes influenced by dictatorships more than by merit.
Defending Taiwan
Q: What is structured ambiguity and how does it differ from strategic ambiguity?
Structured ambiguity communicates policy in a way that preserves flexibility and prevents a fixed red line from provoking premature escalation, while allowing incremental actions to create a proportional, understood ground for responses if tacit red lines are crossed.
Defending Taiwan
Q: Why are chips and maps both crucial in Taiwan's strategic importance, and how do they influence policy?
Chips represent a tangible economic bottleneck that would disrupt U.S. and global economies, while maps define military geography and the limits of power projection; together they explain why Taiwan's status affects both economic security and regional deterrence.
Defending Taiwan
Q: What time frame is Xi Jinping likely targeting for a coercive strategy, and how should the U.S. think about it relative to invasion risk?
The guest argues that timelines are not fixed and depend on U.S. and allied actions; while there is concern about a window that could open within 18 months to a few years, the approach should focus on deterring through integrated pressure across domains and not rely on a single big invasion date.

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A national security and foreign policy show featuring in-depth discussions with top researchers, policymakers, and journalists focused on geopolitics, U.S. strategy, and global power dynamics. Episodes frequently analyze Iran, Ukraine, China, Turkey, the Middle East, and NATO, pairing expert analysis with practical policy recommendations. Noteworthy is a consistent emphasis on deterrence, alliance cohesion, and the interplay between diplomacy and power projection, often guided by the Foundation for Defense of Democracies' research perspectives. The format tends to center on rigorous, data-driven debate with a mix of in-house scholars and high-profile guests, making it a strong fit for listeners who want clear stakes and policy implications ... more

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2. Hillel Neuer
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