Lex Fridman Podcast #335 – Fiona Hill: Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump
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Nov 4, 2022 
Fiona Hill, a seasoned presidential advisor and foreign policy expert, shares her insights on U.S.-Russia relations, drawing from her experiences under multiple administrations. She discusses Vladimir Putin's grave miscalculations regarding Ukraine and the complexities of political ideologies in challenging environments. Hill emphasizes the importance of cultivating nonpartisanship in foreign policy, understanding regional identities, and addressing the emotional nuances in American politics surrounding leaders like Trump. Her reflections weave personal anecdotes with pressing geopolitical themes.
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Importance of Education
- Fiona Hill's father emphasized education's importance due to declining coal industry.
- He believed qualifications were essential for adapting to the changing world.
Career Aspirations
- Hill considered various careers, from nursing to veterinary work, inspired by family and media.
- A mishap involving a vet and a cow dissuaded her from the latter.
Inspiration to Study Russian
- The 1983 war scare and a great uncle's advice led Hill to study Russian.
- She aimed to understand the Soviet Union and potentially become a translator.
