
James Carden
Contributing editor to The American Conservative and former advisor to the U.S. State Department. Expert in Middle Eastern politics and foreign policy.
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Dec 19, 2024 • 1h 10min
Iran in the Crosshairs + Trump's Neocons w/ James Carden/Syria & the Caucasus w/ Eldar Mamedov
In this engaging discussion, James W. Carden, a Middle Eastern politics expert and former U.S. State Department advisor, warns of escalating tensions with Iran fueled by neoconservative ideologies. He explores the implications of the Assad regime's overthrow, Israel's dynamic with Turkey, and the potential for conflict in Syria. Meanwhile, international relations analyst Eldar Mamedov delves into the effects on Armenia and Azerbaijan, analyzing the shifting power balance in the Caucasus and the fragile alliances forming against a weakened Iran.

Sep 10, 2024 • 1h 6min
9/5/24 James Carden on the Afghanistan Withdrawal and Kamala Harris’ Foreign Policy
James Carden, a seasoned writer and former U.S. State Department adviser, dives into the fallout of the Afghanistan withdrawal. He critiques Obama's initial missteps and highlights Trump's ignored instincts. The discussion shifts to Biden's role in the chaotic retreat. Carden also examines Kamala Harris as a rising figure in foreign policy, critiquing the establishment's support for her and the implications for future U.S. engagements. They tackle the dualities of political endorsements and the ongoing complexities shaping American foreign strategy.

Dec 14, 2024 • 60min
Are Neocons Taking over Trump 2.0? (Andrew Day, Connor Echols, and James Carden)
James Carden, a foreign policy analyst and contributing editor at The American Conservative, dives into pressing global issues. He discusses Trump's potential foreign policy shifts and speculations around neocon influence. The tumultuous political scene in South Korea and its implications for U.S. policy are explored, alongside unlikely political alliances forming in the U.S. amidst military spending debates. The chat also touches on military corruption in China and the nuanced impacts of external influences on Eastern European politics.