World Affairs Conversations

World Affairs Council of Charleston podcasts

Distinguished speakers from government, academic organizations, and the business community present timely lectures on international events affecting our lives. For more information: www.waccharleston.org

  1. 6 de mai.

    The Spirit of America

    Jim Hake, founder and CEO of Spirit of America, talks about an unprecedented partnership with the U.S. Dept. of Defense, "patriotism without politics," and why the untapped power of the American people may be one of our greatest national security assets.

  2. 9 de abr.

    Declassified: A Conversation with John Powers

    John Powers leads the Office of the Historian at the U.S. Department of State, where his team of historians and information professionals decides which chapters of America's foreign policy history are ready for the public to read.

    Declassified: A Conversation with John Powers

  3. 25 de mar.

    Decisions That Matter: Africa, the NSC, and Leading in Uncertainty

    Retired Major General Jami Shawley unpacks the evolving landscape of U.S. strategy in Africa—from rising investment and great power competition to persistent security challenges and offers a behind-the-scenes look at how high-stakes policy decisions are made, with candid leadership lessons for the next generation in complex, uncertain environments.

    Decisions That Matter: Africa, the NSC, and Leading in Uncertainty

  4. 19/12/2025

    A conversation with John Hewko

    With government spending on social needs and services declining worldwide, the role of civil society is more crucial than ever. John Hewko, general secretary and CEO of Rotary Int'l and the Rotary Foundation, speaks to the important role of global organizations in filling the gap to promote peace and address social needs and services at all levels.

    A conversation with John Hewko

  5. 21/11/2025

    Diplomacy, Democracy and Regional Vectors

    Amb. Jimmy Story provides a real-time perspective on prospects for democracy in Venezuela and the Western Hemisphere

    Diplomacy, Democracy and Regional Vectors

  6. 24/09/2025

    Life and Marriage in the CIA

    Rolf and Rosie Mowatt-Larssen offer a fascinating glimpse into their careers in the CIA, as employees and spouses.

    Life and Marriage in the CIA

  7. 21/05/2025

    New Threats to Journalism

    A conversation with Andy Alexander,  award-winning journalist and news industry leader, about threats and challenges to journalists around the globe – and here at home.

    New Threats to Journalism

  8. 25/04/2025

    Dispatch from the Middle East

    A conversation about a region in turmoil as the Administration upends traditional international relations and the functioning of our diplomatic corps.

    Dispatch from the Middle East
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Distinguished speakers from government, academic organizations, and the business community present timely lectures on international events affecting our lives. For more information: www.waccharleston.org

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  • Criado por
    World Affairs Council of Charleston podcasts
  • Anos de atividade
    2024 - 2026
  • Episódios
    66
  • Classificação
    Livre
  • Site do podcast
    World Affairs Conversations