

EP 141 HIM Paul Berg From Wisconsin to the World: A Diplomat's Story
In this episode of the High Impact Man podcast, host Defib and co-host Dial-Up welcome Paul Berg, a former U.S. Foreign Service Officer. They discuss Paul's extensive career in diplomacy, his upbringing in Wisconsin, and his experiences in Vietnam and Afghanistan. The conversation touches on the challenges of U.S. foreign policy, the importance of patience in international relations, and personal growth through boxing. Paul shares insights from his life as a diplomat and reflects on the complexities of American involvement abroad. In this engaging conversation, Paul Berg, a retired diplomat, shares his experiences and insights from his time in Afghanistan, the impact of American foreign policy, and his reflections on cultural connections from around the world. He discusses the challenges faced during the tsunami in Aceh, his evolving relationship with New York City, and offers thoughts on the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Throughout the discussion, he emphasizes the importance of understanding local perspectives and the need for moral clarity in diplomacy.
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