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FDD's Foreign Podicy

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

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

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New York Times bestselling author Peter Schweizer joins host Cliff May to discuss his new book, "The Invisible Coup: How American Elites and Foreign Powers Use Immigration as a Weapon." The two take a deep dive into the recent U.S.-China summit, comp... more

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The world is entering a more dangerous era.

China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea are increasingly coordinating across every domain of power. Wars are expanding. Nuclear threats are rising. America’s alliances are under pressure. And President Trump ... more

The Strait of Hormuz isn't just about Iran. It's a stress test for American will, allied confidence, and the deterrence architecture holding the Indo-Pacific together.

FDD's RADM (Ret.) Mark Montgomery, fresh from a trip to Taiwan, and Craig Singleto... more

Negotiations between President Trump’s envoys and those of the Islamic Republic of Iran were postponed. Operation Epic Fury halts in an uneasy ceasefire as Operation Economic Fury begins cutting off Tehran’s revenue streams.

The Strait of Hormuz is... more

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Recent Guests

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
Jonathan Schanzer
Executive Director at FDD and Turkey watcher
Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD)
Episode: The New Sultanate
Mike Gallagher
Chairman of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party (then in office)
U.S. House of Representatives, Michigan
Episode: Breaking China
Daniel Vaynshteyn
Associate Director of Government Relations at FDD Action
FDD Action
Episode: Back from the Front
Mark Dubowitz
Executive Director of FDD; frequent guest on Iran-related discussion
Foundation for Defense of Democracies
Episode: Breaking Down The Islamic Republic

Host

Cliff May
Host of Foreign Podicy

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 48 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.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Mrs.KEdwards
    United States8 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 Zealand9 months ago
  • Foreign Service school Georgetown Qatar influence

    The revelations here make your head spin. Vital info

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wellgaveitatry
    United States10 months 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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Where in the World is Admiral Mark Montgomery?
Q: All right, one more question about the wine cellar—whose wine cellar was it and what was the context of that visit?
Montgomery explains he attended a cybersecurity meeting held at Francis Ford Coppola's vineyard, and that he shared a toast there as part of a light moment in a broader discussion about cybersecurity and policy work.
Iran on the brink — or is the West getting played?
Q: Andrea, how do you view the feasibility and risks of a dismantlement-inspired scenario versus a pure containment approach?
Andrea suggests that dismantlement remains a central goal but warns of the practical challenges in implementing and verifying such a deal without the regime buying in, highlighting that a mix of sanctions enforcement, international pressure, and phased pathways is likely necessary.
Dealing with Tehran
Q: What should Steve Witkoff, Trump's envoy, glean from the latest nuclear facility report?
The report signals Tehran's ongoing, multi-facility approach to their nuclear program, underscoring the difficulty of dismantling a dispersed system and the need for careful, strategic diplomacy rather than relying on a single leverage point.
A Hundred Years of Holy War
Q: You start by asking the guest to tell a bit about herself and how she got into journalism. Can you summarize her background and path into reporting from Israel?
She explains she was born and raised in New Jersey, studied journalism, and pursued television before moving to Tel Aviv as a freelance journalist to cover foreign affairs, eventually becoming deeply rooted in Israeli reporting and cross-continental work, which led to her focus on Hebron and the 1929 massacre.
View from the Cockpit: The Night the U.S. Air Force Defended Israel from Iran
Q: What was the mission explicitly, and how did you plan and execute it under unprecedented conditions?
The pilots describe a defensive counter-air mission against a complex, one-way attack drone and ballistic missile barrage, with improvised but effective tactics, coordination with maintenance and munitions teams, and a multi-formation execution.

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What is FDD's Foreign Podicy about and what kind of topics does it cover?

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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1. Eric Edelman
2. Max Meizlish
3. Joseph Zacks
4. Simone Rodan-Benzaquen
5. Sinan Ciddi
6. Jonathan Schanzer
7. Mike Gallagher
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