AI-powered
podcast player
Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features
The Megyn Kelly Show
Michael Waltz on How Russia-Ukraine Peace Deal Happens, and Karoline Leavitt on Sparring with the Press and Being a Working Mom | Ep. 1011
Feb 21, 2025
Michael Waltz, former National Security Advisor specializing in foreign policy, discusses the urgency of a peace deal in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. He addresses Trump's diplomatic strategies, the complexities of negotiations, and global threats, including China. Karoline Leavitt, the youngest White House Press Secretary, shares her journey from intern to spokesperson, balancing motherhood with her demanding role. She offers insight into her experiences with the press and the political landscape, shedding light on Trump's behind-the-scenes approach during global crises.
01:18:40
Episode guests
AI Summary
AI Chapters
Episode notes
Podcast summary created with Snipd AI
Quick takeaways
- Michael Waltz emphasizes Trump's direct diplomacy with both Russia and Ukraine as crucial to negotiating a ceasefire in the ongoing conflict.
- Karoline Leavitt shares her experiences as a working mother and White House press secretary, highlighting the challenges of media bias against the administration.
Deep dives
Mike Waltz on Current Foreign Policy Challenges
The episode discusses the various pressing foreign policy challenges that the United States is currently facing, particularly regarding Ukraine and its relationship with Russia. National Security Advisor Mike Waltz emphasizes that despite ongoing criticism, President Trump has engaged in direct diplomacy with both Ukrainian President Zelensky and Russian President Putin. This strategy, which includes what is termed 'shuttle diplomacy,' aims to bring both sides to the negotiating table to end the ongoing conflict. Waltz argues that meaningful progress has been made towards a ceasefire, countering the belief that U.S. involvement has been limited or ineffective.
Get the Snipd
podcast app
Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
AI-powered
Discover
highlights
Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode
Save any
moment
Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways
Share
& Export
Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more
AI-powered
podcast player
Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features
Discover
highlights
Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode