

Eliot Cohen
Writer at The Atlantic and former counselor to the head of the US State Department. Provides analysis on US foreign policy and international relations.
Top 5 podcasts with Eliot Cohen
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Nov 10, 2023 • 50min
Once More Unto the Breach, with Eliot Cohen | Secrets of Statecraft | Andrew Roberts | Hoover Institution
Former State Department Counsellor Eliot Cohen discusses the parallels between Shakespearean characters and real-life leaders. The podcast explores the influence of Shakespeare on politics, the role of counselors, and the comparison between Donald Trump and a Shakespearean character.

Apr 19, 2024 • 26min
Iran Emerges From The Shadows
Expert on international relations Eliot Cohen discusses Iran's missile attack on Israel and its broader geopolitical implications. The podcast delves into Iran's provocative behavior, nuclear ambitions, Israel's strategy in Gaza, Western response to security threats, and the need for a comprehensive strategy in dealing with Iran's actions.

Jun 18, 2025 • 24min
Israel’s Strategic Objectives and the Future of Warfare
Eliot A. Cohen, former dean of Johns Hopkins SAIS and advisor to Condoleezza Rice, delves into Israel's strategic objectives against Iran amidst the rising nuclear threat. He discusses Israel's sophisticated military tactics, including covert operations and intense air strikes aimed at key Iranian facilities. Cohen also highlights the shifting geopolitical landscape in the Middle East and the complex divide between the Iranian government and its citizens. Finally, he explores how recent military operations are reshaping the future of warfare.

May 16, 2025 • 1h
Putin instates new ‘bloodthirsty’ general & first direct Ukraine-Russia peace talks in 3 years
Eliot Cohen, a writer at The Atlantic and former counselor at the US State Department, joins to discuss the chilling introduction of a new 'bloodthirsty' general in Russia. He delves into the first direct peace talks between Ukraine and Russia in over three years, which are fraught with tension and low expectations. The conversation examines the state of European unity on defense and how U.S. politics, particularly Trump’s influence, intertwines with international diplomacy amidst the ongoing conflict.

Sep 12, 2024 • 27min
Update: Ukraine and Israel
Eliot Cohen, an expert in international conflicts and security issues, joins to dissect the latest in global warfare. He discusses Ukraine's strategic drone attacks and the evolving military tactics of Russia. Cohen sheds light on the deep leadership dynamics in Russia and the impact of casualties on ethnic groups, paralleling these insights with the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. He also examines the humanitarian crises in Gaza amid urban warfare, Israel's internal divisions, and the geopolitical implications of these tumultuous relationships.