Cathy Ashton
Member of the House of Lords in the UK and former EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy. She was chair of negotiations preventing future nuclear war.
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Sep 10, 2023 • 1h 2min
35. Cathy Ashton: Dealing with Putin and Lavrov, Kosovo–Serbia, and 'radical humility'
Cathy Ashton, former leader of the House of Lords and nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize, discusses her experiences negotiating with world leaders like Putin and Lavrov. Topics include empathy in foreign affairs, challenges in international diplomacy, misogyny in powerful positions, validation, social policy, courageous leaders, Thakchi's indictment, Putin's views on Crimea and Ukraine, and the challenges of democracy.
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Jul 15, 2025 • 10min
The Iran nuclear deal
Cathy Ashton, a notable figure in international diplomacy and former EU High Representative, recounts her role in the groundbreaking Iran nuclear deal of 2015. She shares insights on the delicate balancing act faced by negotiators amid high stakes and skepticism. From unconventional distractions like doodling to the complexities of cultural respect, the journey of reaching an agreement is vividly portrayed. Ashton also reflects on the consequences of the U.S. withdrawal in 2018, highlighting its impact on global security and diplomatic relations.
