Introduction

In this chapter, the hosts introduce the topic of Robert Menendez, a powerful senator from New Jersey, and discuss how they will delve into his career and personal growth. They mention that the episode will explore the changes he has undergone and leave it up to the listeners to determine if they have been positive or negative. The hosts also acknowledge the sponsors who make the podcast possible, including Arizona State University's Leadership Diplomacy and National Security Lab, the American Academy of Diplomacy, and the Carnegie Corporation of New York.