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Redefining the role of diplomacy is the what. Bridging a world in transformation is the why. Currently building the how. Presented by Maria Luísa Moreira, Founder & CEO of The Diplomat's Cabinet. For more details visit thediplomatscabinet.com. Subscribe to our Substack thediplomatscabinet.substack.com. Follow on Instagram instagram.com/diplomatscabinet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

  1. Ep. 12 – How can AI development serve everyone, not just the few? With Julia Stamm

    10/06/2025

    Ep. 12 – How can AI development serve everyone, not just the few? With Julia Stamm

    The founder of She Shapes AI, Dr. Julia Stamm, joins The Diplomat's Cabinet in this episode to talk about how inclusion needs to be a structural principle in AI governance rather than an afterthought. Her research emphasises the ways in which power disparities, geography, and gender are ingrained in the creation of new technologies and the implications for international accountability and trust. // Join The Diplomat's Cabinet Instagram | LinkedIn | Website | Substack Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    26 min
  2. Ep. 11 – What do NATO’s silences reveal about Europe’s security future? With Marta Mucznik

    09/17/2025

    Ep. 11 – What do NATO’s silences reveal about Europe’s security future? With Marta Mucznik

    Behind every NATO summit are the declarations of unity, but the real story often lies in what is left unsaid. This year the political and military stakes couldn’t be higher with looming U.S. troop reductions, Europe’s uneven defence spending, Ukraine’s uncertain future, and the rise of ad-hoc coalitions of the willing. In this episode of The Diplomat’s Cabinet, host Maria Luísa Moreira speaks with Marta Mucznik, Senior EU Analyst at the International Crisis Group, to unpack how these silences are shaping the future of European security and the transatlantic alliance. // Join The Diplomat's Cabinet Instagram | LinkedIn | Website | Substack Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    27 min
  3. Ep. 10 – Who gets to redefine a more inclusive foreign policy?

    07/23/2025

    Ep. 10 – Who gets to redefine a more inclusive foreign policy?

    As more governments adopt Feminist Foreign Policy frameworks, questions remain about how inclusive and context-sensitive these approaches truly are. In this episode of The Diplomat’s Cabinet, host Maria Luísa Moreira speaks with Ambika Vishwanath, Founder Director of the Kubernein Initiative and DFAT-funded Research Fellow at La Trobe Asia, to unpack what inclusive foreign policy should actually look like across different geographies. Drawing from India’s approach to foreign policy, which has been deliberately inclusive but not explicitly labeled, Ambika offers a grounded perspective on how regional dynamics shape policy priorities and impact implementation. We examine the limits of global frameworks, the risks of exporting models without local adaptation, and the practical steps needed to build foreign policy that reflects lived realities rather than symbolic gestures. Listen in for a sharper lens on inclusion and what it means to build policy that works from the ground up. + THE DIPLOMAT'S CABINET Subscribe Newsletter Connect with us Instagram LinkedIn Website thediplomatscabinet.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    30 min
  4. Ep. 9 – Is strategic foresight the EU's missing superpower?

    07/02/2025

    Ep. 9 – Is strategic foresight the EU's missing superpower?

    WELCOME TO THE DIPLOMAT'S CABINET PODCAST In this episode of The Diplomat’s Cabinet Podcast we speak with Ricardo Borges de Castro, EU affairs analyst and foresight expert, about what foresight is really for, why democracies struggle with long-term thinking, and how the EU could use its mandate to get serious about shaping the future. We talk about: → Why “permacrisis” isn’t just a buzzword → Why strategic foresight fails without political translation → How Brussels could reinvent its governance If you're curious about the future of politics and what it really takes to plan ahead in a world that won’t sit still, this one’s for you. 🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts ✉️ Join our Cabinet by subscribing at thediplomatscabinet.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    31 min
  5. Ep. 8 – What happens when masculinity meets economic precarity?

    06/17/2025

    Ep. 8 – What happens when masculinity meets economic precarity?

    THE DIPLOMAT'S CABINET PODCAST | THE POWER DIPLOMAT Why are young men across Europe increasingly drawn to anti-feminist and far-right narratives? In this episode of The Diplomat’s Cabinet, policy analyst Javier Carbonell, from the European Policy Centre, joins host Maria Luísa Moreira to explore the economic and identity-based roots of a growing political shift. Based on his recent policy paper From Provider to Precarious, the conversation unpacks how the collapse of the traditional “provider” role, rising job insecurity, and downward mobility are fuelling young men's resentment, often misdirected at feminism and progressive politics. We discuss: How economic frustration is being politicisedWhy the gender backlash is about more than cultureWhat progressives risk by ignoring young male votersAnd whether democracy can still deliver on its promises Subscribe to The Diplomat’s Cabinet newsletter. Follow on social media for updates and discussions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    27 min
  6. Ep. 7 – Could the 2025 NATO Summit be a turning point for Article 5? with Luka Ignac | The Security Diplomat

    05/26/2025

    Ep. 7 – Could the 2025 NATO Summit be a turning point for Article 5? with Luka Ignac | The Security Diplomat

    THE DIPLOMAT'S CABINET PODCAST | THE SECURITY DIPLOMAT As NATO prepares for the 2025 summit in The Hague, longstanding questions about transatlantic security are gaining new urgency. With President Trump set to attend, many fear a shift in tone (and potentially in substance) around the alliance’s core commitment: Article 5. In this episode of The Diplomat’s Cabinet Podcast, host Maria Luísa Moreira speaks with foreign policy analyst Luka Ignac about the political mood ahead of the summit, the implications of Trump’s push for 5% defence spending, and the risk of a two-tier NATO. They also explore what’s at stake for European defense if U.S. guarantees become more conditional, and whether Europe is truly ready to step up. Subscribe to The Diplomat’s Cabinet newsletter. Follow on social media for updates and discussions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    22 min
  7. Ep. 6 – Why do political elites fail on climate policy? with Dr. António Valentim | The Power Diplomat

    05/05/2025

    Ep. 6 – Why do political elites fail on climate policy? with Dr. António Valentim | The Power Diplomat

    THE DIPLOMAT'S CABINET PODCAST | THE POWER DIPLOMAT Extreme weather is no longer just about floods and fires — it’s a mirror reflecting the cracks in our politics. In this episode of The Diplomat’s Cabinet Podcast, we examine why climate shocks rarely lead to long-term political shifts, and why mainstream parties still avoid framing them as climate issues. Joining us is Dr. António Valentim, political scientist and Assistant Professor at the London School of Economics, whose research explores how parties respond to climate crises, why prevention may be politically unattractive, and how public opinion and activism are shaping — or failing to shape — climate policy. If politics continues to treat climate as an afterthought, what kind of future are we hurtling toward? Subscribe to The Diplomat’s Cabinet newsletter. Follow on social media for updates and exclusive content Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    14 min
  8. Ep. 5 – When is it time to rethink your career in global affairs? with Sofiia Shevchuk | The Career Diplomat

    04/21/2025

    Ep. 5 – When is it time to rethink your career in global affairs? with Sofiia Shevchuk | The Career Diplomat

    THE DIPLOMAT'S CABINET PODCAST | THE CAREER DIPLOMAT What happens when the system doesn't let you in — or no longer makes sense to stay in? In this episode of The Diplomat’s Cabinet, we're joined by Sofia Shevchuk — Ukrainian founder of the consultancy VONA and the NGO The Tide — for a candid conversation about leaving the traditional foreign affairs career path and carving out something new. We unravel what it really means to build a non-linear career in international relations, to redefine success beyond titles and institutions (think NATO and the European Parliament), to become fully freelance, and why freedom can be worth the uncertainty. Whether you're just starting out or deep into your foreign affairs career, this conversation will speak to anyone questioning the path they’ve been told to follow. Subscribe to The Diplomat’s Cabinet newsletter. Follow on social media for updates and exclusive content Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    22 min
  9. Ep. 4 – Will Germany drop its feminist foreign policy? with Leonie Stamm | The Gender Diplomat

    04/14/2025

    Ep. 4 – Will Germany drop its feminist foreign policy? with Leonie Stamm | The Gender Diplomat

    THE DIPLOMAT'S CABINET PODCAST | THE GENDER DIPLOMAT In the aftermath of the 2025 federal elections, Germany’s new coalition government, formed by the CDU/CSU (conservatives) and SPD (social democrats), published its coalition agreement — and with it, the quiet disappearance of feminist foreign policy from the national agenda. But what does this omission really signal? A full retreat, a silent shift, or a political rebranding? In this episode, we speak with Leonie Stamm, research fellow and gender, peace & security expert at the German Council on Foreign Relations (DGAP), to unpack why the "F word" may have been dropped from the coalition agreement, what this means for individual ministries holding feminist strategies — especially international development – and the fragility of equality agendas in times of war and militarisation. Subscribe to The Diplomat’s Cabinet newsletter. Follow on social media for updates and exclusive content. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    23 min
  10. Ep. 3 – Can local journalism save democracy? with Dr. Daniela Melo | The Power Diplomat

    04/08/2025

    Ep. 3 – Can local journalism save democracy? with Dr. Daniela Melo | The Power Diplomat

    THE DIPLOMAT'S CABINET PODCAST | THE POWER DIPLOMAT Journalism is in crisis. But what if the antidote isn’t national — it’s local? In this episode of The Diplomat’s Cabinet, we sit down with political scientist and co-founder of The New Bedford Light, Daniela Melo, to talk about why local journalism may be democracy’s last, best hope. From the closure of community newspapers to declining trust in mainstream media, we break down how non-profit, community-driven newsrooms can rebuild credibility and civic engagement — and why this matters not just in the U.S., but globally. An urgent conversation on community, trust, power and the future of democracy — one city at a time. Subscribe The Diplomat’s Cabinet newsletter. Follow on social media for updates and exclusive content. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    22 min
  11. Ep. 2 – Why aren’t there more women Ambassadors? with Dr. Sara Chehab | The Gender Diplomat

    03/20/2025

    Ep. 2 – Why aren’t there more women Ambassadors? with Dr. Sara Chehab | The Gender Diplomat

    THE DIPLOMAT'S CABINET – WOMEN IN DIPLOMACY WITH DR. SARA CHEHAB | THE GENDER DIPLOMAT SERIES Let's talk about women in diplomacy. Women make up only 21% of ambassadors worldwide—a number that has barely changed in years. But beyond the stats, there’s a bigger issue: where these women are being posted. The 2024 Women in Diplomacy Index is an annual report that tracks the representation of women at ambassadorial level in 193 UN member states, analyzing data on more than 12,000 diplomatic posts around the world. Last year it revealed a troubling pattern—men continue to dominate ambassadorial positions in the world’s major geopolitical power centers. So what’s holding women back? And what will it take to achieve real gender parity in diplomacy? In this episode of The Diplomat’s Cabinet, Dr. Sara Chehab, Senior Research Fellow at the Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy and the lead researcher behind the Index, joins to discuss. * The biggest barriers stopping women from reaching top diplomatic roles * Which countries are leading the way—and which are lagging behind * Why the location of female ambassadors matters as much as the numbers * The policy shifts needed to change the current reality Read the 2024 Women in Diplomacy Index: https://www.agda.ac.ae/ Subscribe The Diplomat’s Cabinet newsletter. Follow on social media for updates and exclusive content. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    27 min
  12. Ep. 1 – Is Kamala Harris the glass cliff candidate in the 2024 U.S. election? with Marissa Conway | The Gender Diplomat

    10/29/2024

    Ep. 1 – Is Kamala Harris the glass cliff candidate in the 2024 U.S. election? with Marissa Conway | The Gender Diplomat

    In the very first episode of The Diplomat's Cabinet podcast (née as The Gender Diplomat), host Maria Luísa Moreira explores the phenomenon of the "glass cliff" with special guest Marissa Conway, a feminist activist and expert in foreign policy. As Kamala Harris steps into the U.S. presidential race under unique and challenging circumstances, we discuss whether her candidacy represents a historic opportunity or a precarious setup for failure. Listen to unpack the gendered and racial expectations placed on Harris, explore the implications of systemic bias, and consider how American voters might respond to a potential first female, biracial president. Further brain food on the glass cliff phenomenon: Financial Times: Why are women still being cast off the glass cliff? LSE: What Kamala Harris’ intersectional identity could mean for how voters evaluate her in the 2024 election TEDx Sophie Williams: Why women and people of colour fall off the glass cliff Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    26 min
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Redefining the role of diplomacy is the what. Bridging a world in transformation is the why. Currently building the how. Presented by Maria Luísa Moreira, Founder & CEO of The Diplomat's Cabinet. For more details visit thediplomatscabinet.com. Subscribe to our Substack thediplomatscabinet.substack.com. Follow on Instagram instagram.com/diplomatscabinet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Maria Luísa Moreira
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    12
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