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Interested in defending America’s interests in an age of great power competition? Join host American Foreign Policy Council senior vice president Ilan Berman as he explores insights from foreign policy experts, journalists, and policymakers to help craft a solid foundation for America’s grand strategy.

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In this episode of GREAT POWER PODCAST, host Ilan Berman talks with Michael Kofman of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace about the current state of the war between Russia and Ukraine, and its implications for the U.S. campaign against Ira... more

In this episode, host Ilan Berman talks to Jonathan Schanzer, CEO of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, about how the war with Iran is reshaping the Middle East - and what it means for “great power competition” writ large.

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In this episode of GREAT POWER PODCAST, host Ilan Berman speaks with Randy Schriver and Mike Kuiken, the Chair and Vice-Chair of the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission, about the USCC's latest report to Congress, and what they see as ... more

In this episode of GREAT POWER PODCAST, host Ilan Berman speaks with Dana Stroul of the Washington Institute for Near East Policy about the changing shape of the new Syria, and what we can expect in terms of the looming showdown between the United St... more

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Recent Guests

Michael Kofman
Leading Russian military expert, Senior Fellow in the Russia and Eurasia Program at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Episode: Back To The (Ukraine) Front
Jonathan Schanzer
Executive Director of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies and expert on the Middle East
Foundation for Defense of Democracies
Episode: The Dynamics - And The Stakes - Of Trump’s New War
Randy Schriver
Chair of the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission; former chair, Institute for Indo-Pacific Security
Institute for Indo-Pacific Security; Pacific Solutions LLC
Episode: Future Frontiers For China Competition
Mike Kuiken
Vice Chair of the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission; advisor on geopolitics
Silver Valley Strategies
Episode: Future Frontiers For China Competition
Dana Stroul
Director of Research and Senior Fellow at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy
Washington Institute for Near East Policy
Episode: New Middle East Flashpoints
Kamran Bokhari
Senior Director and founder of the New Lines Institute for Policy and Strategy; expert on Central Asia, Middle East geopolitics, and national security
New Lines Institute for Policy and Strategy
Episode: Making Sense Of What Happened In Venezuela
Norman Roule
Former CIA officer, National Intelligence Manager for Iran, advisor and consultant
Former ODNI; advisor to think tanks and policy groups
Episode: Iran Is Down... But It Isn't Out
David Shedd
Author of The Great Heist and former senior U.S. national security official
Author, former Director of National Intelligence and senior roles in US government
Episode: How China Stole Our Secrets
Priyank Mathur
Founder and CEO of Mythos Labs
Mythos Labs
Episode: An Accelerating AI Arms Race

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Ilan Berman
Host of the podcast focusing on great power competition and policy analysis.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
  • Poor analysis

    One sided analysis. If you rely on this podcast’s analysis, you should expect to be surprised by events.

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    1
    >>l
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Can’t be beat

    Michael does such an amazing job at taking incredibly complex issues and making them digestible. It’s not just here’s what’s happening but also here are ways to fix these problems in the real world. Highly highly recommend to anyone looking for robust discussions

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Courtneyrose22
    United States3 years ago
  • Great

    Podcast Addict
    5
    DaniDani
    3 years ago
  • Great

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Dani
    3 years ago
  • Very Articulate

    Keep it going… like to see more guests like Ted Cruz. May be Mike Pompeo, Nikkey Haley or even better Enes Kanter.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dude-Says
    United States4 years ago

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Well-structured discussions with practical policy takeaways.
A mix of high-level and deeply informed analysis.
Analytical and accessible, but some guests polarize opinions.
Some episodes feel partisan and party-driven.
Pacing and rigor keep the conversation engaging.

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Future Frontiers For China Competition
Q: How should U.S. policy adapt to China's multi-domain strategy?
Policy should move beyond on-paper rhetoric to unified command and coordinated agency action, reorganize the BIS/CFIUS/sanctions ecosystem within the intelligence framework, and greenlight major investments in the defense industrial base to match China's scale and speed.
Future Frontiers For China Competition
Q: What are the major “fast movers” and future priorities the Commission is monitoring?
Key areas include strategic minerals, AI, biotech, quantum, space, and the undersea domain, with a focus on literacy for policymakers, convergence between technologies, and preparing for legislation and executive actions beyond today's headlines.
Future Frontiers For China Competition
Q: What is the Commission's writ and mandate in tracking China across diverse domains?
The Commission operates on a Congress-directed mandate to monitor, investigate, and report on the national security implications of the U.S.-PRC relationship, with an emphasis on long-term, horizon-scanning issues that inform legislation and oversight.
The Ongoing Trouble With TikTok
Q: What accounts for the dramatic shift in stance from banning TikTok to endorsing a deal with Oracle?
The guest points to political incentives around appealing to younger voters and potential donor influence, plus a strategic recalibration toward transactional diplomacy, though the security concerns about data and algorithm control remain.
The Ongoing Trouble With TikTok
Q: Walk us through why TikTok was seen as such a threat in the first Trump administration.
The guest explains that concerns centered on data security due to ByteDance's Chinese ownership and the National Security laws, combined with disinformation risks from algorithm-driven content, with roughly half the country using TikTok for information at the time.

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What is Great Power Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show concentrates on great power dynamics, international security, and U.S. policy responses to evolving geopolitical competition. Episodes consistently feature seasoned policy experts and former policymakers who dissect Russia, China, the Middle East, and other strategic theaters, often tying military capabilities to broader strategic outcomes, alliance dynamics, and technological competition. Noteworthy angles include multipolar shifts, AI and tech governance in security contexts, and how U.S. strategy should adapt to a rapidly changing global balance of power. The format tends to be rigorous, with analytical depth and practical implications for policymakers and industry leaders alike, making it a strong fit for listeners who want cl... more

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