Global I.Q. Podcast

Casimir Yost tallies the wins and losses of the man who prides himself on “The Art of the Deal.” Yost, a senior fellow at the Institute for the Study of Diplomacy at Georgetown University, provides insightful analysis of the emerging risks and opportunities facing 45 during this Global I.Q. Minute with Jim Falk.

Scott Snyder, the Senior Fellow for Korea Studies and Director of the Program on U.S.-Korea Policy at the Council on Foreign Relations, offers expert insights into the often tense relationship between the United States and North Korea, the implications for South Korean autonomy and China's role in reunification.

His Excellency Armando Varricchio, Ambassador of Italy to the United States, joins Jim Falk to discuss the recent Italian general election, the future of the U.S.-Italy trade relationship and much more.

Boasting a robust economy, technical excellence, and growing military prowess, India is poised to exert significant influence on everything from global trade and climate change to clean energy and worker mobility. It’s been a long road, and one marked by daunting challenges—extreme poverty, sparse infrastructure and widespread discrimination among India’s diverse population.

Alyssa Ayres, senior fellow for India, Pakistan and South Asia at the Council on Foreign Relations, reveals just what’s at stake for the nation as she discusses her new book—Our Time Has Come: How India is Making Its Place in the World.

Ambassador Madjid Bouguerra discusses the challenges Algeria has faced politically, economically and socially, as well as its triumphs, in this special Global I.Q. Minute with Jim Falk.

As the clock ticks down to the United Kingdom’s Brexit, Cathryn Clüver Ashbrook considers the EU’s future and the delicate balance of 21st-century statecraft, including EU-US relations as well as negotiation practice, international conflict mitigation and the impact of technology and communication on diplomatic and non-governmental actors.

Boot joins Global I.Q. Minute to discuss his newest book, The Road Not Taken: Edward Lansdale and the American Tragedy in Vietnam. Boot delves into the life of the legendary CIA operative—a man whose singular adventures illuminate the “wrong turns” made by the U.S. during the 20-year conflict. 

Look for new episodes featuring some of the world's foremost thinkers, writers and diplomats every Monday and Thursday. Sponsored by Greenberg Traurig LLP.

Graham Allison, a respected national security analyst and defense policy guru, joins Jim Falk to discuss his new book, Destined for War: Can America and China Escape Thucydides's Trap? Allison sheds light on the dramatic shift in global politics that may be one of the flashpoints that could lure both China and the U.S. into an inevitable trajectory toward a dangerous conflict.

Rick Hodes is an American doctor who works in Ethiopia helping those with spinal deformities, as well as cancer and heart disease, and spinal conditions. He joins us to discuss what led him to Ethiopia, his work there now, and stories from his time working there.

David Ignatius offers insight into foreign affairs and the real-world events that inspired his new novel, The Quantum Spy.

Look for new episodes of our podcast featuring some of the world's foremost thinkers, writers and diplomats in conversation with Jim Falk every Tuesday and Friday. Sponsored by Greenberg Traurig LLP.