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. A conversation with John Hewko

    12/19/2025

    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.

    31 min
  2. Diplomacy, Democracy and Regional Vectors

    11/21/2025

    Diplomacy, Democracy and Regional Vectors

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

    33 min
  3. Life and Marriage in the CIA

    09/24/2025

    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.

    40 min
  4. New Threats to Journalism

    05/21/2025

    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.

    28 min
  5. Dispatch from the Middle East

    04/25/2025

    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.

    36 min
  6. US Diplomacy in the 21st Century

    03/21/2025

    US Diplomacy in the 21st Century

    The president of the American Foreign Service Association on the challenges facing our diplomats in a time of unprecedented change and the rewards of a diplomatic career

    23 min

  7. 12/16/2024

    US - China Economic Competition

    A conversation with Liza Tobin on the strategic economic competition and rivalry between the U.S. and China as we transition to a new administration.

    32 min

  8. 10/28/2024

    Putin's World

    A leading expert on Russia shares a unique insight into Vladimir Putin's perspective on Russian history, its place in the world, and how he thinks about other great powers.

    31 min
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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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  • Creator
    World Affairs Council of Charleston podcasts
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2025
  • Episodes
    63
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    World Affairs Conversations