Celeste Wallander
Former U.S. Defense Department official who served as Assistant Secretary of Defense for International Security Affairs under the Biden administration, offering expertise on U.S. national security and transatlantic relations.
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Dec 13, 2025 • 43min
Rough Seas for the Transatlantic Alliance
Celeste Wallander, a former U.S. Defense Department official, shares insights on U.S.-Europe relations amid rising tensions, discussing NATO's crucial role in U.S. security interests. She highlights the importance of European agreement on Ukraine policy, while historian Peter Frankopan weighs in on Europe's defense independence. Additionally, the conversation touches on Syria's post-Assad challenges and the controversial 'Pink Ladies' protest movement in Britain, reflecting current societal fears linked to immigration and safety.
Dec 10, 2025 • 56min
Hostile to Europe, Warm to Russia
Celeste Wallander, former U.S. Assistant Secretary of Defense for International Security Affairs, and Peter Frankopan, an Oxford University professor of global history, tackle the controversial Trump national security strategy. They discuss its European backlash and how it aligns with Russia's interests. Wallander emphasizes the importance of Europe for U.S. security, while Frankopan warns against underestimating Russia and China's strategic narratives. Together, they explore Europe's military capabilities and the implications for Ukraine's future settlements.
