
Power Problems is a bi-weekly podcast from the Cato Institute. Host John Glaser offers a skeptical take on U.S. foreign policy, and discusses today’s big questions in international security with distinguished guests from across the political spectrum. Podcast Hashtag: #FPPowerProblems.
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| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 211 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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Emma Ashford, Senior Fellow at the Stimson Center, discusses her book First Among Equals: U.S. Foreign Policy in a Multipolar World, forthcoming from Yale University Press.
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Dartmouth College's Daryl Press and George Washington University's Nicholas Anderson discuss their modeling of an outbreak of war on the Korean Peninsula, assess the balance of power between the North and South, and explore the implications for the U... more
Rosemary Kelanic, Director of the Middle East Program at Defense Priorities, discusses the Israel-Iran war, U.S. involvement, whether regime change is the objective, and the risks of escalation.
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Rosemary Kelanic, “A U.S. War With Iran W... more
Samuel Seitz, a fellow at MIT’s Security Studies Program, explores so-called “madman behavior” in international politics and whether it’s effective in gaining leverage in international confrontations. He explains why problems of signaling, credibilit... more
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I like listening to this because the guests often take positions that I don’t necessarily agree with, but are well reasoned so I like hearing the arguments. They loose one point though for the completely uninterrogated interview with the UFO guy who draws wholly unsubstantiated claims, and makes predictions about a “post discourse” world that are as well reasoned as a bong hit. Felt like the Joel Rogan podcast for a minute there.
The recurrent attacks by Hamas on Israel are existential. Even when you rely on the questionable numbers given by Hamas, the ratio of civilian to combatant casualties is likely the lowest in the history of warfare. IDF is understandably cautious but saying they are indiscriminate or that the war is simply an example of collective punishment is untrue.
The host never challenges the guest.
Very disappointing episode. Trump certainly wasn’t perfect and his approach to foreign policy was not conventional. Yet he accomplished some positives and some negatives. Biden is the return to the norm- some positive some negatives. The biggest negative being the US will bear the brunt of cost. The guest go from an acceptable conversation of what Biden has done to a rant on how wrong Trumps approach was. Frankly Trump was right to sanction Russia AND tell Europe to begin paying the pric... more
This is the perfect choice for anyone interested in learning more about foreign policy! Each episode is informative and enjoyable.
Walt’s evident answer for solving great power rivalry is to dissolve NATO and elect a Republican as President. None of Prof Walt’s total critiques of NATO and Biden would hold up if an objective expert had been in the room.
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A bi-weekly podcast offers a critical perspective on U.S. foreign policy and international security issues. Hosted by an insightful figure, the discussions integrate varied viewpoints from distinguished guests, promoting a broad examination of contemporary geopolitical challenges. Topics explored often tackle pressing global issues, policy implications, military strategy, and the ever-evolving dynamics of international relations. With an emphasis on providing thoughtful commentary amid a landscape of often polarized opinions, this podcast engages listeners eager to challenge their perspectives and deepen their understanding of global affairs.
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Recent guests on Power Problems include:
1. Daryl Press
2. Nicholas Anderson
3. Rosemary Kelanic
4. Samuel Seitz
5. Christopher Chivvis
6. Lauren Morganbesser
7. Trita Parsi
8. Alexander Wendt
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