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Talking Foreign Policy

CWRU School of Law
Ukraine
Russia
International Criminal Court
Trump Administration
United Nations
NATO
International Law
American Foreign Policy
Board Of Peace
Venezuela
Global Criminal Justice
Kokovka Dam
International Relations
Gaza
Colombia
War Crimes
Donald Trump
United States
Europe
Environmental War Crimes

Launched in 2012, "Talking Foreign Policy" is a one-hour radio program, hosted by CWRU School of Law Dean Michael Scharf, in which experts discuss the salient foreign policy issues of the day.

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Case Western Reserve University School of Law's "Talking Foreign Policy" radio show/podcast discusses the future of the NATO alliance with leading experts including:

• Host Michael Scharf, former co-dean of CWRU School of Law and president of the... more

March 24, 2026

Talking Foreign Policy - Board of Peace and its prospects for success and potential risks

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January 20, 2026

Talking Foreign Policy - Age of Atrocity: A Fire-Side Chat with Ambassador Beth Van Schaack

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Talking Foreign Policy - U.S. Attacks on Venezuelan and Colombian Narco Vessels

December 1, 2025

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John Bellinger
Former legal advisor at the National Security Council and the Department of State
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Episode: Talking Foreign Policy - What is the future of the NATO alliance?
Sandy Hodgkinson
Retired Navy Captain with senior roles in State Department, NSC, and Pentagon
Public International Law and Policy Group (President)
Episode: Talking Foreign Policy - What is the future of the NATO alliance?
Paul Williams
President of Public International Law and Policy Group, former State Department Attorney Advisor for European Affairs
Public International Law and Policy Group
Episode: Talking Foreign Policy - What is the future of the NATO alliance?
Milena Sterio
International Law Professor at Cleveland State University
Cleveland State University
Episode: Talking Foreign Policy - What is the future of the NATO alliance?
Harold Koh
Former State Department Legal Advisor; Professor of International Law
Yale Law School / State Department (former)
Episode: Talking Foreign Policy - Board of Peace and its prospects for success and potential risks
Malena Stereo
Distinguished university professor; Managing Director of the Public International Law and Policy Group
Cleveland State University / PILPG
Episode: Talking Foreign Policy - Board of Peace and its prospects for success and potential risks
Layla Sadat
Professor at Washington University School of Law; Chair of the Board of the American Branch of the International Law Association
Washington University School of Law
Episode: Talking Foreign Policy - Board of Peace and its prospects for success and potential risks
Jess Peek
Director of the International and Comparative Law Program at UCLA School of Law; former Prosecutor/Defense Counsel in international tribunals
UCLA School of Law
Episode: Talking Foreign Policy - Board of Peace and its prospects for success and potential risks
Beth Van Schaack
Former U.S. Ambassador at Large for Global Criminal Justice
Episode: Talking Foreign Policy - Age of Atrocity: A Fire-Side Chat with Ambassador Beth Van Schaack

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Michael Scharf
Host and Dean of Case Western Reserve University School of Law, with expertise in international law and foreign policy.

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Talking Foreign Policy - What is the future of the NATO alliance?
Q: Is NATO viable without the United States?
Europe has increased defense spending and capability, but the U.S. remains critical for defense leadership and deterrence; a withdrawal would shift the burden and potentially reduce strategic outcomes in the near term.
Talking Foreign Policy - What is the future of the NATO alliance?
Q: Could the U.S. withdraw from NATO unilaterally given the 2023 statute?
Unilateral withdrawal is constrained; the statute requires congressional involvement, and courts are likely to deem such questions political and defer to the executive, making unilateral withdrawal unlikely without legislative action.
Talking Foreign Policy - What is the future of the NATO alliance?
Q: What role did NATO play in response to the 9-11 attacks?
NATO invoked Article 5, treating the attack on the United States as an attack on all members, which led to a long-term commitment of troops to Afghanistan and broader alliance operations.
Talking Foreign Policy - Age of Atrocity: A Fire-Side Chat with Ambassador Beth Van Schaack
Q: Why is accountability for war crimes important to the American public?
Beth reiterated that the American public largely supports promoting human rights and justice globally, urging citizens to communicate their views to Congress.
Talking Foreign Policy - Age of Atrocity: A Fire-Side Chat with Ambassador Beth Van Schaack
Q: What are your thoughts on the recent ICC arrest warrants for Israeli officials?
Beth noted the contentious nature of these actions due to Israel being a close ally, stating that the U.S. government did not support these pursuit efforts, yet emphasized the need for accountability.

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A discussion-based show focusing on current foreign policy issues, featuring in-depth conversations with experts in the field. Recent topics explored include global criminal justice, U.S. military actions in Latin America, the relevance of international organizations like the United Nations, shifts in American foreign policy, and the environmental impact of conflict. This platform is noteworthy for its insights into complex legal frameworks governing international relations and the implications for global diplomacy, appealing to listeners interested in politics, law, and international affairs. The conversations are enriched by host Michael Scharf's expertise and the diverse backgrounds of guests, making for an enlightening experience for th... more

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4. Milena Sterio
5. Harold Koh
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